http://blogs.trb.com/news/local/community/westboynton/ A community blog from the residents of West Boynton. en Copyright 2009 Sun, 08 Nov 2009 14:44:26 -0500 http://www.sixapart.com/movabletype/ http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss WEST BOYNTON CHILDREN'S PROGRAMS Wed, Nov. 4 & 18, 3:30 p.m. Chess Club Our volunteers can give you tips on how to play chess. Ages 8-12. (60 min.) Wed, Nov. 4, 6:30 p.m. One, Two, Three! Have you heard of “The Three Little Pigs,” “The Three Bears,” or “The Three Billy Goats Gruff?” Listen to stories, sing songs, and make a craft about these famous threes. All ages. (45 min.) Preregister. Thu, Nov. 5, 3:00 p.m. Families Reading Together A special story time featuring “From Head to Toe” by Eric Carle, and other favorite stories about animals and movement. Ages 3-8. (45 min.) Preregister. Sat, Nov. 7, 10:30 a.m. Veteran’s Day Celebration Celebrate and honor our vets with stories, activities, a craft, and a movie. Ages 3-8. (45 min.) Preregister. Tue, Nov. 10, 10:00 a.m. Fall Leaves Fall! Enjoy stories, activities, a craft, and a movie all about autumn. Ages 2-5. (45 min.) Preregister. Wed, Nov. 18, 6:30 p.m. Turkey Time! Join us for fun-filled stories and activities about the noble (and tasty) turkey. All ages. (45 min.) Preregister. Sat, Nov. 21, 3:00 p.m. Busch Wildlife Sanctuary Presents Florida Animals To celebrate Families Reading Together, come see and learn about live animals like alligators, hawks, owls, snakes, and more. Grades Pre-K & up. (45 min.) Preregister. ]]> http://blogs.trb.com/news/local/community/westboynton/2009/11/w_boynton_library_childrens_ev_1.html http://blogs.trb.com/news/local/community/westboynton/2009/11/w_boynton_library_childrens_ev_1.html Around Town Sun, 08 Nov 2009 14:44:26 -0500 The West Boynton branch of the Palm Beach County Library 9451 Jog Road. Phone # 561 734-5556. - WEST BOYNTON ADULT PROGRAMS Tue, Nov. 3, 7:00 p.m. Sherlock Holmes Mystery Club Join Howard Schoen to watch video clips, listen to audiotapes, and discuss the renowned literary detective. (75 min.) Mon, Nov. 9, 6:30 p.m. Kick It Up a Notch Writers’ Workshop Session 2: Show & Tell. For novices and experienced writers interested in skills improvement, critiques, and fun. Bring a pen and pad, something you’ve written, and an open mind. (2 hr.) Tue, Nov. 10, 2:00 p.m. An Eyewitness Report of Crystal Night (Kristallnacht) Although the widespread terror generated by the riots on Nov. 9 and 10, 1938, is difficult to comprehend, hear about one family’s personal experiences from Reggie Zee Zimmerman. (45 min.) Preregister. Thu, Nov. 12, 11:30 a.m. Express Yourself: Book Discussion Series Nora Natke will lead a discussion of “The Color Purple,” by Alice Walker. Sign up and check out the book. (90 min.) Preregister. Thu, Nov. 12, 2:00 p.m. Express Yourself: Book Discussion Series Nora Natke will lead a discussion of “My Antonia,” by Willa Cather. Sign up and check out the book. (90 min.) Preregister. Tue, Nov. 17, 2:00 p.m. The Way Off-Broadway Players Enjoy “Olio,” an original comedy. by this multi-talented group. (45 min.) Preregister. Tue, Nov. 17, 6:30 p.m. Learn Writing Techniques from Contemporary Classical Literature This monthly, intermediate level workshop, led by Rob Bacon, will enable individual composition and peer review of materials created to portray the stylistic art of notable 20th Century authors. (2 hr.) ]]> http://blogs.trb.com/news/local/community/westboynton/2009/11/west_boynton_library_november.html http://blogs.trb.com/news/local/community/westboynton/2009/11/west_boynton_library_november.html Around Town Sat, 07 Nov 2009 04:38:04 -0500 Health Smart Magazine, fewer than 25% of immunized patients have some redness and/or slight swelling at the site. Curtis Allen, of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta, says that shots are recommended for adults 50 and older. In addition, if you have any chronic illness or if you are a caregiver, it is important that you get the flu vaccine. This year, there is an abundant supply of flu vaccine. I hope that if you're reading this, you remember to get yours tomorrow. H1N1 virus immunization is another topic for another day. ]]> http://blogs.trb.com/news/local/community/westboynton/2009/11/flu_shots_dont_wait_to_get_you.html http://blogs.trb.com/news/local/community/westboynton/2009/11/flu_shots_dont_wait_to_get_you.html Health and Medicine Sun, 01 Nov 2009 05:02:32 -0500 http://onlineslangdictionary.com/ The Slang Thesaurus lets you browse slang words by meaning. Try words meaning "cool." Or, browse the thesaurus.]]> http://blogs.trb.com/news/local/community/westboynton/2009/10/computer_slang_what_are_my_kid.html http://blogs.trb.com/news/local/community/westboynton/2009/10/computer_slang_what_are_my_kid.html Education Sun, 25 Oct 2009 06:07:39 -0500 On Wednesday, October 21st, at 9:30 a.m., Robert Weisman, Palm Beach County Administrator, will speak before the Coalition of Boynton West Residential Associations (COBWRA) at the Palm Isles Club House, 9545 Palm Isles Drive, Boynton Beach . (Palm Isles is on the north side of Boynton Beach Blvd. between Jog Rd. and Hagen Ranch.) The meeting is free and open to the public. No reservations required. Call Eric Malkin at 731-1765 for more information. Please bring non-perishable food items for a local soup kitchen. The Coalition of Boynton West Residential Associations is an organization of 70 homeowner and condo associations representing over 70,000 residents located in the unincorporated area of Palm Beach County, west of the City of Boynton Beach. The City of Boynton Beach to the east, the Loxahatchee National Wildlife Refuge to the west, and Hypoluxo Road bound this area to the north and the Lake Worth Drainage District L-30 canal to the south on the Delray Beach line. COBWRA was founded in 1981 by seven residential associations and has grown ten times over the past 26 years. Incorporated as a not-for-profit corporation in 1982, COBWRA adopted a firm policy from the onset, forbidding endorsement of any candidate for public office or of any political party. All Coalition work and positions taken on issues are based upon a non-partisan approach. For information on meetings or joining, contact COBWRA at 561-736-9990, P.O. Box 740814, Boynton Beach, FL 33474-0814. All meetings are open to anyone interested. COBWRA’s mission is striving for the best quality of life for the residents of the West Boynton area. COBWRA provides information of common interest to member associations and recommends community positions to the Palm Beach County Board of County Commissioners, governmental agencies, contiguous municipalities, and other public organizations. COBWRA joins with the West Boca Community Council and the Alliance of Delray Residential Associations to form the South County Community Partnership and speak with a stronger voice in matters of interest for all South Palm Beach County residents. http://blogs.trb.com/news/local/community/westboynton/2009/10/cowbra_meeting_oct_21_2009_pal.html http://blogs.trb.com/news/local/community/westboynton/2009/10/cowbra_meeting_oct_21_2009_pal.html Community Issues Sat, 17 Oct 2009 05:55:28 -0500 The Schoolhouse Children’s Museum What: 3rd Annual Spooky Schoolhouse Carnival Where: Schoolhouse Children’s Museum, located at 129 East Ocean Avenue, Boynton Beach, When: Haunted Schoolhouse for ages 7+ Friday, October 16th, from 4pm – 10pm; carnival for families and ages 2+ Saturday and Sunday, October 17 & 18, 11am – 7pm Highlight: Friday night’s haunted schoolhouse is new this year – for one night only, the 2nd floor of the Museum will feature thrills and chills for ages 7+. For more information, Kelsey Harris (561) 742-6785 kelsey@schoolhousemuseum.org On Saturday and Sunday, October 17th and 18th, the 3rd Annual (not-so) Spooky Schoolhouse Carnival is back and bigger than ever. Thrills and chills abound for families and kids ages 2+ from 11am – 7pm with • Bounce Houses • 20 ft. Slide • Under Sea Adventure • Pumpkin Patch • Pony Rides • Story Times • Live Creepy Creatures • Arts & Crafts • Face Painting • Old-fashioned Carnival Games • Prizes • Concessions Don't miss storytimes and movie times throughout the day, and costumes parades with treats for all participants! Fundraiser admission for ages 2+ is $3 per person, and activities are .50¢ - $2.50. All proceeds from this event support the Museum’s educational programs and activities. The Schoolhouse Children’s Museum & Learning Center makes Florida’s history come alive for children and families though hands-on activities and interactive play. A 501(c)3 organization, the Museum is located in Boynton Beach, in a 1913 schoolhouse listed on the National Register of Historic Places. For more information, visit www.schoolhousemuseum.org. ]]> http://blogs.trb.com/news/local/community/westboynton/2009/10/spooky_carnival_oct_1617182009.html http://blogs.trb.com/news/local/community/westboynton/2009/10/spooky_carnival_oct_1617182009.html Around Town Tue, 13 Oct 2009 16:01:58 -0500 Highlights of September 16, 2009 COBWRA Meeting at Villaggio Speaker Sheryl LeGates, Palm Beach Post, began with a short history of Boynton Beach excerpted from a book The Palm Beach Post will publish this fall to celebrate Palm Beach County’s first Centennial. Then she described the major demographics of COBWRA area residents. · In 1894, Nathan S. Boynton, a former American Civil War major first set eyes on the area that bears his name. He was so impressed he bought 400 acres at $25/acre including a mile of beachfront. · The Boynton Beach Hotel opened on the beach in 1897 for his friends to enjoy their Florida winters. The hotel was destroyed by a hurricane in 1926. · Nearly 1 in 6 Palm Beach County residents live in the COBWRA service area. The median age is 45 years compared to 37 for the USA. 32% of adults are age 65+ compared 27% age 65+ for the county. · Retired COBWRA adults are 28% compared to 23% of the county population. 57% of COBWRA adults are employed vs. 60% of Palm Beach County adults. · COBWRA area adults are more likely to be college educated, homeowners and have children over age 18. · The median household income is $57,300 and per capita income is $32,100. · 93% of COBWRA adults live here year round. · More than 1/3 of residents have lived in their current home for 10 years or more. 62% live in single-family homes and 13% live in condos. · 39% have a household size of 2 persons and 20% have 4 or more persons. · The median owner occupied home value is $233,500. · The most popular activities of residents are casino gambling followed by gardening, bicycling, photography and volunteer work. · For recreation, we like live theater, going to the zoo and museums, attending the Kravis Center and visiting Lion Country Safari. · 55% travel outside the US and 38% of us take cruises. · 35% of us invest in mutual funds, 27% invest in money market funds and 18% invest in bonds. · 72% of COBWRA area adults accessed the Internet within the past 30 days with more than half using DSL; 35% used a cable connection. Two thirds spent more than 5 hours per week online and 24% spent 20 hours or more. · 64% read newspapers or visit newspaper web sites. Officials’ Reports Commissioner Burt Aaronson stated he voted against spending $175,000/year for a dedicated worker to fast-track permit applications at the Corps of Engineers. He promised the traffic signal at Flavor Pict & Hagen Ranch Rd would be operational by Thanksgiving, 2009. Commissioner Shelley Vana, reported the County Commission is identifying places where dollars can be saved in the 2010 budget. The final county budget will be approved on Monday, Sept 21. State Representative Joseph Abruzzo, District 85, reported one of his bills was signed into law by the Governor and is known as Nicole’s Law. It requires all minors to wear helmets while horseback riding. Tara Lynn Laxer, Aide to Sen. Ted Deutch reported the Senator filed a bill to ban texting while driving. Capt. Marty Bechtel, PBSO Dist. 6, reported the crime statistics for August: 39 residential burglaries, 75 vehicle burglaries with 28 unlocked, 11 business burglaries and 27 stolen cars. There is an increase in items stolen from garages with open doors: golf clubs, bikes & tools. Chief Tom Tolbert, PBC Fire-Rescue Battalion 4, reported 2,315 service calls in August, a slow month. COBWRA Committee Reports Joan Brunswick, Chair of the Health and Flu Shots Committee, announced flu shot clinics begin Sept 30 and run until October 14. Over 9,400 people from 44 communities are scheduled. H1N1 flu virus shots will be available sometime later in October or November. Next Meeting (Open to the public) Oct 21, 9:30 am: COBWRA meeting at Palm Isles, Boynton Beach Blvd between Jog and Hagen Ranch Rd Speaker: Bob Weisman, PBC Administrator ]]> http://blogs.trb.com/news/local/community/westboynton/2009/10/highlights_of_cowbra_meeting_9.html http://blogs.trb.com/news/local/community/westboynton/2009/10/highlights_of_cowbra_meeting_9.html Community Issues Mon, 05 Oct 2009 12:35:46 -0500 Freedom of Religious Expression in the Home Act was first introduced to the 110th U.S. Congress House Committee on the Judiciary. It is H.R. 6932. This bill seeks to amend the Fair Housing Act relating to the display of religious symbols, and for other purposes. This bill never became law. Sessions of Congress last two years, and at the end of each session all proposed bills and resolutions that haven't passed are cleared from the books. Members often reintroduce bills that did not come up for debate under a new number in the next session. Recently, U.S. Representative Jerrold Nadler (D.-N.Y.), Robert Wexler (D.-FL),Trent Franks (R-AZ), and Lamar Smith (R-TX) reintroduced this bill to allow apartment and condo dwellers to display mezuzahs on their doorposts. ]]> http://blogs.trb.com/news/local/community/westboynton/2009/09/freedom_of_religiou_expression.html http://blogs.trb.com/news/local/community/westboynton/2009/09/freedom_of_religiou_expression.html Rules and Laws Tue, 29 Sep 2009 06:20:48 -0500 Coalition of Boynton West Residential Associations (COBWRA) meets Wed., September,16 2009, 9:30 A.M. at the Villaggio Clubhouse. Entrance on north side of Hypoluxo Road and east of Lyons Road. (between Lyons Rd. and the Florida Turnpike) Program: Sheryl LeGates, of The Palm Beach Post will discuss statistic profiling and demographic information Of the West Boynton Area Open to the public. No tickets or reservations required. Contact Eric Malkin at (561) 731-1765 for more information. Please bring non perishable food items to this meeting. ]]> http://blogs.trb.com/news/local/community/westboynton/2009/09/cowbra_meeting_sept_16_2009_vi.html http://blogs.trb.com/news/local/community/westboynton/2009/09/cowbra_meeting_sept_16_2009_vi.html Community Issues Mon, 14 Sep 2009 22:24:41 -0500 09-09-09. Palm Beach County Clerk's Office is offering a special deal to couples who want to tie the knot on that date. The usual cost for marriage license and ceremony in the "matrimonial room" is about $150. But, here's the deal: The Sensible Start Wedding package, which includes a marriage license, ceremony in a "decorated" matrimonial room, and a photo, will only cost $99.99. This rate applies from September 1st UNTIL September 9, 2009. Good luck!]]> http://blogs.trb.com/news/local/community/westboynton/2009/09/a_good_date_to_get_married_are.html http://blogs.trb.com/news/local/community/westboynton/2009/09/a_good_date_to_get_married_are.html Pleasantries Fri, 04 Sep 2009 04:01:15 -0500 Schoolhouse Children's Museum 129 East Ocean Avenue Boynton Beach, FL 33435 http://www.schoolhousemuseum.org (561) 742-6785 * Who: The Schoolhouse Children’s Museum & Learning Center * What: Voted Best Children’s Museum in South Florida in Nickelodeon Parent’s Picks Contest * Where: Museum located at 129 East Ocean Avenue , Boynton Beach , contest covered greater South Florida community For the second year in a row, thousands of parents have voted to award the Schoolhouse Children’s Museum in Boynton Beach as the Best Museum in South Florida . With their big, colorful, hands-on exhibits and a full schedule of activities for children of all ages, it’s not hard to see why the Museum brings families from across the state to Boynton Beach : they make learning fun for everyone! The Museum’s theme is Florida ’s history, so while children play with the life-sized cow or giant steam engine, they’re learning about fundamental parts of our state’s past. Even better, the Museum is a great place for families to learn together. As Barbara from Highland Beach writes on parentsconnect.com, “This is the place for imaginations to soar and for extra special sharing with kids or grandkids.” The Schoolhouse Children’s Museum & Learning Center makes Florida’s history come alive for children and families though hands-on activities and interactive play. A 501(c)3 organization, the Museum is located in Boynton Beach , in a 1913 schoolhouse listed on the National Register of Historic Places. For more information, visit www.schoolhousemuseum.org. For more information about Nickelodeon’s Parents’ Picks contest, visit http://gocitykids.parentsconnect.com/parents-picks/miami-fl-usa/best-miami-museum. ]]> http://blogs.trb.com/news/local/community/westboynton/2009/09/schoolhouse_childrens_museum_v.html http://blogs.trb.com/news/local/community/westboynton/2009/09/schoolhouse_childrens_museum_v.html Enjoy Boynton Beach Tue, 01 Sep 2009 06:50:09 -0500 If you have an account at Bank of America, you will be able to visit over 70 museums across the U.S., on the first weekend of every month. In our area, participating museums are: Delray: Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens W. Palm: S. Florida Science Museum Ft. Lauderdale: Museum of Art and Museum of Discovery and Science Miami: Miami Art Museum. For more information and a complete list of museums in states across the nation, go to: Bankofamerica.com/museums http://blogs.trb.com/news/local/community/westboynton/2009/08/first_weekend_of_the_month_fre.html http://blogs.trb.com/news/local/community/westboynton/2009/08/first_weekend_of_the_month_fre.html Pleasantries Thu, 27 Aug 2009 07:25:57 -0500 USTA Summer Smash Regional Tennis Championships 8/29/2009 - 9/1/2009 Delray Beach Tennis Center 201 West Atlantic Avenue; Delray Beach, FL 33444 The Summer Smash Regional Championships hosted by the City of Delray Beach is one of the largest particapatory USTA events in the country with over 500 players in the Boys & Girls 12s, 14s, 16s, and 18s divisions. Visit Website 561.330.6000 Labor Day Celebration 9/7/2009 - 9/7/2009 Palm Beach Kennel Club 1111 North Congress Avenue; West Palm Beach, FL 33409 The $20,000 Labor Day Puppy Stakes features PBKC's top youngsters, highlights an afternoon of fun and excitement, plus prize drawings and young greyhounds to pet! 11:30 a.m. $1.00 For more information, call 561.683.2222 Meet a Master, Create a Masterpiece 9/12/2009 - 9/12/2009 Boca Raton Museum of Art Mizner Park, 501 Plaza Real; Boca Raton, FL 33432 This monthly children’s program teaches about a master artist on exhibit at the Museum. Participants have an opportunity to create a masterpiece in the style of the featured artist. September’s theme is Clyde Butcher, Photography. Open to grades 3-5. Reservations required. $5.00. For more information, call 561.392.2500 Spady Living Heritage Day - Delray Beach 9/12/2009 - 9/12/2009 Making lye soap, cooking collard greens, jelly making and “putting up” seasonal foods will be on display at Spady Living Heritage Day. Visitors will also be able to enjoy live entertainment, interactive demonstrations, children’s activities, old-fashioned games and music. The Renaissance Park in Marianna will come to Delray Beach to bring the ways of the old country alive. Free 10:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. For more information, call 561.279.8883 Curator's Highlight Tour 9/17/2009 - 9/17/2009 Boca Raton Museum of Art Mizner Park, 501 Plaza Real; Boca Raton Join Museum Senior Curator, Wendy Blazier for informative gallery tours focusing on the current exhibitions. Gary T. Erbe’s Trompe l’Oeil Illusionism Examine Erbe’s realist paintings as collages of memorabilia which give historical, political and sometimes sentimental meaning to everyday objects. 2:30 p.m. For more information, call 561.392.2500]]> http://blogs.trb.com/news/local/community/westboynton/2009/08/summer_fun_free_or_very_inexpe.html http://blogs.trb.com/news/local/community/westboynton/2009/08/summer_fun_free_or_very_inexpe.html Recreation Thu, 20 Aug 2009 06:11:48 -0500 WEST BOYNTON LIBRARY BRANCH YOUTH PROGRAMS The West Boynton branch of the Palm Beach County Library System is located at 9451 Jog Road. Phone # 561 734-5556. Mon, Aug. 24, 4:00 p.m. Children's Program: Craft-a-Palooza Miss a craft here this summer? Come make it and a dozen more at a craft party. Ages 3 & up. (45 min.) Preregister at the library.]]> http://blogs.trb.com/news/local/community/westboynton/2009/08/w_boynton_library_childrens_ev.html http://blogs.trb.com/news/local/community/westboynton/2009/08/w_boynton_library_childrens_ev.html Pleasantries Tue, 18 Aug 2009 06:20:42 -0500 COWBRA Meeting, Aug 19, 2009 REMINDER Summer Vacation is Over Coalition of Boynton West Residential Associations (COBWRA) meets Wed., August 19, 2009, 9:30 A.M. At the Ponte Vecchio West Clubhouse. Located on the west side of Hagen Ranch Rd., between Boynton Beach Blvd. & Gateway Blvd. Program: Congressman Ron Klein will speak about his new bill “The Homeowners Defense Act.” An insurance reform bill to stabilize market and lower costs for homeowners Open to the public. No tickets or reservations required. Contact Eric Malkin at (561) 731-1765 for more information. We ask Delegates, Alternates and guests to bring non-perishable food for the Soup Kitchen on Boynton Beach Boulevard. ]]> http://blogs.trb.com/news/local/community/westboynton/2009/08/cowbra_meeting_aug_19_2009.html http://blogs.trb.com/news/local/community/westboynton/2009/08/cowbra_meeting_aug_19_2009.html Community Issues Wed, 12 Aug 2009 06:24:55 -0500