On May 16, 2012, the Trauma Resuscitation Team from Delray Medical Center, other hospital employees and administrators, representatives of Palm Beach County leadership, former trauma patients and their families, and other distinguished invitees attended Trauma Awareness Day which took place at Pinecrest Rehabilitation Center on the Delray Medical Center Campus.

This was a celebration of life which was evident from the beginning by the local firefighters bagpipe presentation. Distinguished speakers and attendees included Representative Irv Slosberg and Alliance of Delray President Bob Schulbaum who are pictured along with the Trauma Resuscitation Team. Rep. Slosberg hailed the Alliance of Delray; many members of the Alliance work and volunteer at the Delray Medical Center.

In a trauma emergency these are the professionals who have first contact with patients when they arrive at the hospital by Trauma Hawk helicopter or other emergency vehicle. Photo from left: Elizabeth Dunn, RN; Monica LaBreach, RN; Bob Schulbaum, President of the Alliance of Delray Residential Associations & Board Member Delray Medical Center; Debbie Moore, RN; Representative Irv Slosberg; Jacqueline Muñoz, RN(front); Patty Vargus, RN (behind); Maggie Crawford, RN (Director of Trauma Services); Mari Hoover McGarry, RN.

May is the month that is dedicated to increasing education and prevention activities in trauma awareness. Prevention of falls is a major concern in the elderly population.

A few steps you can take to reduce the risk of falling:
http://allianceofdelray.com/item_list.asp?subcat=577&subtitle=Reducing+the+Risk+of+Falling
Here is information on Fall Prevention from the Center for Disease Controls’ Injury Center for Home and Recreational Safety:
http://www.cdc.gov/homeandrecreationalsafety/falls/index.html

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Delray Beach, and in particular, the Blue Anchor British Pub has become a magnet for local celebrities.

Nights are heating up in Delray. When Michael Allman, the eldest son of Greg Allman of the Allman Brothers Band, started into his rendition of “One Way Out” the crowd danced and went wild. Michael’s voice is undeniably “Allman” and he has a terrific personality.

Michael himself took the photo (left) of him and me. Photo below is of Michael singing “One Way Out” with members of the Magic Bus Band. From left to right, Ronnie Tillman on lead guitar, Jimmy Rizzo on drums, Michael Allman with vocals, and Sheldon Voss on Bass.

Website for Blue anchor: http://www.theblueanchor.com/

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On Saturday May 12, 2012, Excalibur Fruit Trees located at 5200 Fearnley Road in Lake Worth was the site of an enormous Fruit Safari. More than 50 members of the Palm Beach Rare Fruit Council received an in-depth and behind-the-scenes tour of this commercial fruit tree nursery.

Lynda and Richard Wilson were the most excellent hosts for this event. Thousands of varieties of fruit trees, all of which can be grown in Palm Beach county were available for view on the site.

Of particular note were all the fruit that can be grown in pots and containers. Avocados, mangos, carambola (star fruit), and sapodilla are among the must-have fruit trees for the Florida garden. Many other fruiting plants can be grown in containers as well. There is something for every type of residence whether it's a condo, townhouse, or detached single family.

Phone Number for Excalibur Fruit Trees: (561) 969-6988
Website for Excalibur Fruit Trees: http://www.excaliburfruittrees.com/

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On May 19 th and 20 th “Keeping God’s Garden Green” is an event that will be held at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church at 188 S. Swinton Avenue in Delray Beach.

There will be children’s workshops, and a marketplace with local farmers and restaurants participating.

Green vendors, green businesses, and green demonstrations are included in this event. For more information you can visit : http://stpaulsdelray.org/greenteam.php

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On Sunday, May 20th, 2012, there will be a two hour dinner show featuring Scott Ringersen of The Elvis Experience.

Scott, along with Tony Milano, will be performing the sounds of Sinatra, Bobby Darren, Elvis, Dean Martin, Englebert, The Monkees, Perry Como, Chicago, Legendary Doo Wop Artists and many more.

Don't miss this one! One night only dinner show at Saltimbocca Italian Bistro. Located on the S.E. corner of Military and West Atlantic Ave in Delray Beach. Dinner at 6:00 p.m. and showtime at 7:30 p.m. $50.00 pp for complete dinner (including tax &gratuity). For more information please call 561-455-4017 for required reservations.

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An incredible must-have experience in Downtown Delray Beach is mini golfing at Putt'n Around.

This will prove to be the most exciting, informational, and entertaining miniature golfing experience you have ever had. Why? Because of the incredible award winning botanical garden with lush landscaping and sculptures and a choice of 18 holes in a beach-inspired setting with lots of blue water or 18 holes in an everglades-inspired setting. Not only can you enjoy the golfing, you can take a self-guided garden tour.

This is an absolute must for people of every age group to experience; great for birthday parties for children of all ages. Tuesday is “Senior Tuesday” where Ages 55+ can enjoy discounted admission with ice cream included and music from the 40’s and 50’s. This is a 100% ADA compliant facility.

Look for coupons in local flyers.

Here is a YouTube video taken on the ocean course:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hELhtaHpj3s&list=UUvwbiMpcZFT_AL2J9KNVbBQ&index=1&feature=plcp

Here is the website:

www.puttnaround.net

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The Delray Marketplace is on track for a November 15 th opening date. The slabs were poured this week and some trusses are visible. This is an exciting time for the western Delray community and for Kite Realty/KRG Atlantic Delray Beach, the builders of the Delray Marketplace.

The equipment pictured above is a concrete pump which poured the slab yesterday for Max’s Grille and Jos. A Bank. Pictured below are trusses that were placed today.

For More Information on the Marketplace:
http://blogs.trb.com/news/local/community/westdelray/2012/05/delray_marketplace_update_amph.html

http://blogs.trb.com/news/local/community/westdelray/2011/12/delray_marketplace_brings_palm.html

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This weekend,direct from Chicago, Ian Maksin will present his Cello Fusion program. susana Behar will be singing as well in this program which will encompass Classical, Latin, Jazz, and World music.

Due to the requests for “real blues,” the Arts Garage has lined up Little Jake Mitchell and the Soul Searchers for June 16 th, Matt “Guitar” Murphy and the Nouveaux Honkies for July 21 st, and Barrelhouse Chuck with Famous Frank and the Nucklebusters Blues Band for August 18 th.

All performances begin at 8 PM. For information and ticket sales: (561)450-6357

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Pinecrest Rehabilitation Hospital which is located on the Delray Medical Center Campus provides outpatient Vestibular Therapy for those with dizziness and imbalance.

Dizziness with head turns, feeling unstable when moving about, grabbing the walls when walking, and difficulty focusing vision are all signs of inner ear problems. Causes can range from bacterial or viral inner ear infections to bilateral weakness of the inner ear.

Vestibular Therapy can help train compensatory strategies to improve walking, increase confidence and safety with daily activities, improve the ability to focus vision, and prevent falls.

The following is a link to a Home Safety Checklist with excellent guidelines to prevent a fall from occurring in and around your home:
http://allianceofdelray.com/picture/232home_safety_checklist.pdf

Other outpatient therapy services at Pinecrest include Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy and Psychology.
For More Information: (561) 495-9266 website: www.pinecrestrehab.com

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Kite Realty/KRG Atlantic Delray Beach has submitted plans for the Delray Marketplace's public amphitheater. You can view the amphitheater plans as well as the signage plans. See below for links to the plans.

Swanky restaurants and retail shops such as Max's Grille, Chico's, White House/Black Market/Jos. A Banks to name just a few as well as a Publix supermarket are all scheduled to open in November 2012.

The architectually eclectic Delray marketplace represents an investment of 95 million dollars in the West Delray area. This includes 62 million dollars in construction loans from Bank of America and U.S.Bank. Job opportunities should reach 1500 during construction with 700 permanent and part time jobs expected to be generated with the completion of the traditional marketplace development.

In excess of $400,000 per year in taxes will be brought into the County following completion of the project.

To view the elevations and site plan location for the Amphitheater, click on the following:
http://allianceofdelray.com/sub_category_list.asp?category=36&title=Construction+and+Development+Plans

You can also review the sign designs with the following link:
http://allianceofdelray.com/item_list.asp?subcat=129&subtitle=DELRAY+MARKETPLACE

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