Page Two: Barrys Buzz August 2, 2013

   South Florida Realtors are scrambling to find listings in a heated Real Estate market as prices continue to rise. Nearly 6,000 homes were on the sales block in Palm Beach County which is about a four months supply. Median price hit $260,000, up a hefty 30% in the past year. Cause for the shrinking inventory are investors snapping up properties for cash to use as rentals. For more information, call 561.945.0000 or visit www.joanneepstein.com.

    The Boca Raton Bridge Hotel currently under renovation will be renamed Waterstone Resort & Marina – a Double Tree by Hilton and is scheduled to reopen in late 2013 featuring 128 guest rooms and eleven suites with private balconies and waterfront views. Call 866.909.2622 or visit www.waterstoneboca.com.

    The Bealls Department store in West Boca Square at 441 and Palmetto Park Road is closing forever at 9 p.m. Saturday.

   Red Hawk Fire & Security will expand its headquarters at 5100 Town Center Circle in Boca Raton by 8,000 square feet and add 25 employees with average wages of $110,000, receiving $245,000 in incentives from the City of Boca Raton, Palm Beach County and the state of Florida.

  The Federal government has given $2 million to the city of Boca Raton for North Beach sand restoration.

   Lyons Road is now open between Atlantic Ave and Boynton Beach Boulevard.

   The TD Bank debacle is finally over after paying out $500 million in judgements and settlements in a Ponzi scheme related to the bank.

   Forbes values the Miami Dolphins at over $1 billion, the Miami Heat at $625 million, the Miami Marlins at $520 million and the Panthers at $170 million.

   Palm Beach County hotel bed tax receipts increased 10% in June, compared to 2012 with a $2 million dollar unexpected windfall, putting them on track to get a record $30 million in tourism tax revenue this year barring any hurricanes, to be used for increased marketing and promotion for the county .

    Palm Beach County approved throwing good money after bad, adding 10 more red light traffic cameras for more revenue, despite losing money on the existing cameras. The violations cost motorists $158 and the taxpayers payover $500,000 for the cameras, which critics call a blatant money grab.

    South Florida’s population is 5.6 million and a workforce of 2.9 million, with an estimated 350,000 illegal aliens.

    Florida's insurance officials said that health insurance rates will rise 5 to 20% for small businesses and 30 to 40% in the individual market through the state's new exchange under the federal health law.

   Autonation, with 266 dealerships in 32 brands and 31 stores in South Florida employing over 4,000 people which recently rebranded its name from Maroone, posted record profits of $89 million for the second quarter, up 11% over the same period in 2012.

    Year after year, the Palm Beach Pops celebrates the Great American Songbook. Next season the Pops will continue the tradition featuring music from

Whitney Houston & Friends; Broadway, Marvin Hamlisch; Nat King Cole; Smoky Standards from The Mad Men Era and A major television star! Go to palmbeachpops.org for ticket packages to save up to $64 now or call 561-832-7677 for Immediate Seat Selection or fax order to 561.832.9686. You can also e-mail your request to info@palmbeachpops.org.

      The Boca Palm Beach Business Connection meets every Wednesday 7:45 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. at the Butts Road TooJays, south of Glades Rd and west of I-95 in the Boca Glades Shopping Center. No dues, no fees, no mandatory meetings. Bring business cards.

  Cirque Du Soleil presents Quidam, now through August 4 at the BB&T Center. Contact 800.745.3000 or www.CirqueDuSoleil.com/quidam for tickets.

   Beyond the Rainbow: Garland at Carnegie Hall, now through Aug. 18 at The Theatre at Arts Garage, 180 NE First St. Delray Beach. Call 561.450.6357. or visit www.artsgarage.org for tickets.

   2 Guns and Smurfs 2 in 3D opens at the Boca Cinemark Palace & Premiere and Regal Entertainment Shadowwood theatres.  The Way Way Back and Before Midnight opens at the Movies of Delray and Lake Worth. Don’t miss Love is All you Need with Pierce Brosnan still at the Movies of Delray.    

     Barry Epstein Live airs Thursday 10 p.m. and Friday 10 a.m. on www.wrpbitv.com, with WoofDogs trainer Shai Maimoni, thewebsitegedi internet developer Rick Figley, Stacy Sossner Organics Stacy Sossner and Sun-Sentinel Editorial columnist Kingsley Guy on www.wrpbitv.com, www.publicrelations.nu, www.vimeo.com and www.bocatribune.com. Watch to win free tickets to the Cinemark theatres.

     If you like the music of Paul Simon, you will enjoy The Sounds of Simon, extended through Aug. 4 at the Mizner Park Cultural Arts Center Studio Theatre, 201 Plaza Real. Call 561.600.0495 or visit www.soundsofsimon.com  for showtimes and ticket information.

    Character Man is at the Stage Door Theatre through August 11. Go to www.stagedoorfl.org or call 954.344.7765 for tickets and more information.

     Boca’s Free Summer Sunset Music Series featuring Carlos Oliva will be held about 8:16 p.m. Aug. 2 at the amphitheater on the north end of Mizner Park, 590 Plaza Real, in downtown Boca Raton. Oliva and his band are known for Cuban music, salsa, Afro beats, samba, jazz and rock. The melting pot became known as “The Miami Sound”.

    Palm Beach Dramaworks presents Company at the Don & Ann Brown Theatre, 201 Clematis St. West Palm Beach Aug. 7-Aug. 18. Go to www.palmbeachdramaworks.org or call 561.514.4042 for further information and tickets.   

    On Thursday, August 8, at 7 pm, in the new Boca Raton Downtown Library Community Room, the Friends of the Library will present award-winning Astrophysicist Dr. Kevin Manning, known for his work at NASA, Stony Brook, Brookhaven, and others.  With the audience, he will explore the night sky, during his seminar, and through his telescope, weather permitting.

   The fifth annual George Snow Scholarship Fund Boca’s Ballroom Battle is 6 p.m. August 16 at the Boca Raton Resort & Club. Tickets are $150 to $225 with tables starting at $1500. Contact 561.347.6799 or visit www.ballroombattle.com for further information.

    Boca Raton Regional Hospital Foundation president Jan Savarick will be honored at the American Association Caregiving Youth (AACY) 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. breakfast Aug. 21 at Lakeside Terrace, 7880 Glades Rd. Cost is $35 in advance and $45 at the door. Call 561.391.7401 for further information.

   Slighly Stoopid is at the Sunset Cove Amphitheatre Aug. 24. Go to www.ticketmaster.com for information and tickets.

   Nat King Cole Generation Hope and national singing sensation Ms. Avery Sommers, along with the Cole twins, and other greats such as Tony Siders and Tony Lebron, 1 to 4 pm August 25th, at Jazziz Nightlife in Mizner Park to support Nat King Cole Generation Hope, making a difference in the lives of children. 561.213.8209 or visit www.http://natkingcolegenhope.org/gospel-brunch/index.php.

    The Sound of Music will be the first production at the new Wick Theatre, formerly the Caldwell on Sept. 18. Call 561.995.2333.

    Rob Lowe, star of TV and film and a cancer awareness advocate, will be the keynote speaker at Boca Raton Regional Hospital Foundation’s 10th Anniversary Go Pink Luncheon on Friday, Oct. 25.

     The Junior League of Boca Raton presents the 26^th Annual Woman Volunteer of the Year Luncheon, Nov. 8 at Boca West Country Club. Contact 561.620.2553 or visit www.jlbr.org/wvoy for further information.

     If you would like to learn how you can make money and save money by NOT using a 401 k or IRA that will protect your money and generate tax free income, or are unhappy in your job, or want to change jobs, or need extra income, then visit www.yourretirementmiracle.com and call 561.852.0000 for further information. Everyone should see it.

     Banks are now encouraging Short Sales, rather than the lengthy and costly foreclosures. FORECLOSURE IS NOT AN OPTION! Contact Keyes Company/Delray office Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE) Realtor JOANNE EPSTEIN at 561.945.0000 and visit www.joanneepstein.com  to find out how she can save you from foreclosure, with no cost for attorneys, fees or commissions.

        Birch Communications is a multi-million dollar company with an exclusive wholesale agreement with AT and T. If you would like to save money on your AT&T land phones without changing your numbers or your service, call 561.852.0000.

        www.WestBocaLeaders.com is the best networking group in the area and meets at the West Boca Library on 441, just north of Yamato Road on alternate Wednesdays from 5:30 p.m. Check out the website for openings in some categories. Call 561.852.0000 for further information.

       Barry Epstein, APR, is a noted public relations, marketing and political consultant based in Boca Raton, president of the www.luxurychamber.com, the www.westbocaleaders.com networking group and the founder and former president of the West Boca Chamber of Commerce; with a weekly internet television show on www.bocaratontribune.com (click on columnists) and www.publicrelations.nu. His motto is: Public Relations is the enemy of anonymity. email: pr@publicrelations.nu, or fax column items to 561.451.0000.  His blog is in the Boca Raton Tribune and on the www.bocaratontribune.com (and click on columnists) website, on www.facebook.com/BarryEpstein as well as on the Sun-Sentinel/Jewish Journal website at www.floridajewishjournal.com - http://barrys-journal.blogspot.com as well as on his website: www.publicrelations.nu. 

Page Two: Barrys Buzz July 26, 2013

   Palm Beach County is setting up another Traffic Light camera to catch you in Boca at Glades and Lyon Roads, in addition to Palmetto and Powerline.  

     Restaurants and fast food outlets are converting employees to part time and looking at an employment maneuver called workaround to share employees who work less than 30 hours a week, to provide health coverage and avoid being hit with penalties due to the high cost of Obama care.

     The Law office of Ruben E. Socarras merged with Marshall Grant P.I. to form Marshall Socarras Grant in Boca Raton.

     The SEC is looking into bribery allegations of the Miami Marlins stadium deal and misleading investors in a major bond issue used to build the stadium.

Palm Beach single family home median price was $263,000 up 29% from the same period of May last year and investors buying bank owned properties.    

    Palm Beach County's median price of existing homes rose to $259,990 in June, 16 percent higher than a year ago. It was the first time since November that the median failed to increase by at least 20 percent. Sales were strong last month, with 1,494 homes changing hands, up 11 percent from June 2012.

    The Palm Beach Post reported home buyers may be overpaying for title insurance. The state last set rates 21 years ago and the tab on a $200,000 home is $2100, compared to $1400 in Georgia. Realtors call it a rip off and state regulators plan to investigate the situation in four years. Why wait that long?

     Flood insurance premiums are certain to rise with new flood maps due to Congressional mandates to stem massive losses in the program.

     Port of Palm Beach handled 341,004 cruise passengers, Port Everglades handled 3.6 million and Port of Miami handled 3.7 million in 2012.

     Year after year, the Palm Beach Pops celebrates the Great American Songbook. Next season the Pops will continue the tradition featuring music from

Whitney Houston & Friends; Broadway, Marvin Hamlisch; Nat King Cole; Smoky Standards from The Mad Men Era and A major television star! Go to palmbeachpops.org for ticket packages to save up to $64 now or call 561-832-7677 for Immediate Seat Selection or fax order to 561.832.9686. You can also e-mail your request to info@palmbeachpops.org.

      The Boca Palm Beach Business Connection meets every Wednesday 7:45 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. at the Butts Road TooJays, south of Glades Rd and west of I-95 in the Boca Glades Shopping Center. No dues, no fees, no mandatory meetings. Bring business cards.

   The Wolverine and The To Do list opens at the Boca Cinemark Palace & Premiere and Regal Entertainment Shadowwood theatres with Fruitvale Station.  Still Mine and the Hunt opens at the Movies of Delray and Lake Worth. Don’t miss Love is All you Need with Pierce Brosnan still at the Movies of Delray.    

     Barry Epstein Live airs Thursday 10 p.m. and Friday 10 a.m. on www.wrpbitv.com, with Downtown Delray Beach Keyes Luxury Realtor Joanne Epstein, WRPBITV Sales and Marketing Director Mark Anoff, Lynn University political professor Dr. Robert Watson and Sun-Sentinel Editorial columnist Kingsley Guy on www.wrpbitv.com, www.publicrelations.nu, www.vimeo.com and www.bocatribune.com. Watch to win free tickets to the Cinemark theatres.

    Lynn University political professor Dr. Robert Watson lectures at the South County Civic Center, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. July 31. Go to www.grandedventures.com to register or call 1.877.354.1077.

       If you like the music of Paul Simon, you will enjoy The Sounds of Simon, extended through Aug. 4 at the Mizner Park Cultural Arts Center Studio Theatre, 201 Plaza Real. Call 561.600.0495 or visit www.soundsofsimon.com  for showtimes and ticket information.

    Character Man is at the Stage Door Theatre through August 11. Go to www.stagedoorfl.org or call 954.344.7765 for tickets and more information.

    The Monkees will be at the Mizner Park Amphitheatre July 27. Go to www.ticketmaster.com or call 800.745.3000.

    Palm Beach Dramaworks presents Man of La Mancha through July 28 and Company at the Don & Ann Brown Theatre, 201 Clematis St. West Palm Beach Aug. 7-Aug. 18. Go to www.palmbeachdramaworks.org or call 561.514.4042 for further information and tickets.    

   South P.B. Jewish Federation Business & Professional Division presents a networking happy hour 6 p.m. July 30 at Euro Fusion, 6877 SW 18 st. Boca Raton. Cost is $18, including two complimentary cocktails and hor d’oeveres. Dietary Laws observed. Reserve at 561.852.6088 or email lynng@bocafed.org.

   Boca’s Free Summer Sunset Music Series featuring Carlos Oliva will be held about 8:16 p.m. Aug. 2 at the amphitheater on the north end of Mizner Park, 590 Plaza Real, in downtown Boca Raton. Oliva and his band are known for Cuban music, salsa, Afro beats, samba, jazz and rock. The melting pot became known as “The Miami Sound”.

    The Sound of Music will be the first production at the new Wick Theatre, formerly the Caldwell on Sept. 18. Call 561.995.2333.

    Rob Lowe, star of TV and film and a cancer awareness advocate, will be the keynote speaker at Boca Raton Regional Hospital Foundation’s 10th Anniversary Go Pink Luncheon on Friday, Oct. 25.

     The Junior League of Boca Raton presents the 26^th Annual Woman Volunteer of the Year Luncheon, Nov. 8 at Boca West Country Club. Contact 561.620.2553 or visit www.jlbr.org/wvoy for further information.

     If you would like to learn how you can make money and save money by NOT using a 401 k or IRA that will protect your money and generate tax free income, or are unhappy in your job, or want to change jobs, or need extra income, then visit www.yourretirementmiracle.com and call 561.852.0000 for further information. Everyone should see it.

     Banks are now encouraging Short Sales, rather than the lengthy and costly foreclosures. FORECLOSURE IS NOT AN OPTION! Contact Keyes Company/Delray office Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE) Realtor JOANNE EPSTEIN at 561.945.0000 and visit www.joanneepstein.com  to find out how she can save you from foreclosure, with no cost for attorneys, fees or commissions.

        Birch Communications is a multi-million dollar company with an exclusive wholesale agreement with AT and T. If you would like to save money on your AT&T land phones without changing your numbers or your service, call 561.852.0000.

        www.WestBocaLeaders.com is the best networking group in the area and meets at the West Boca Library on 441, just north of Yamato Road on alternate Wednesdays from 5:30 p.m. Check out the website for openings in some categories. Call 561.852.0000 for further information.

       Barry Epstein, APR, is a noted public relations, marketing and political consultant based in Boca Raton, president of the www.luxurychamber.com, the www.westbocaleaders.com networking group and the founder and former president of the West Boca Chamber of Commerce; with a weekly internet television show on www.bocaratontribune.com (click on columnists) and www.publicrelations.nu. His motto is: Public Relations is the enemy of anonymity. email: pr@publicrelations.nu, or fax column items to 561.451.0000.  His blog is in the Boca Raton Tribune and on the www.bocaratontribune.com (and click on columnists) website, on www.facebook.com/BarryEpstein as well as on the Sun-Sentinel/Jewish Journal website at www.floridajewishjournal.com - http://barrys-journal.blogspot.com as well as on his website: www.publicrelations.nu. 

Page Two: Barrys Buzz July 19, 2013

      Former West Boca Chamber chairman Jeff Karsin has accepted the position again through the end of 2013 after Madeline Evans-Ervin stepped aside as chairwoman and Larry Strum along with Allen Bornstein were appointed to the board, while Randy Risoto will Chair the Oct. 18 golf tournament.

     Boca based private prison operator GEO Group pocketed $600 million in federal contracts and shelled out over $400,000 in political contributions in 2012 in addition to millions of dollars in lobbying fees and campaign coffers.

      Boca Raton private equity kingpin Marc Leder paid $50,000 in city code violations for rowdy parties at his posh summer rental in the Hamptons.

      Tyco Integrated Securities division is moving to 72,000 sq. ft. in the Boca Corporate Center, 500 T-Rex drive with 280 employees early next year.

      Artis Senior Living 64 bed memory care assisted living center will be built in the 5900 block of North Federal Highway.

      The Boca Raton Children’s Museum was given a grant of $126,000 to make up for a budget shortfall. The museum is looking for a $200,000 donor to name the 1935 former Arvida sales office cottage moved to the campus, to make it handicapped accessible and upgrade electrical and plumbing.

      A new guardhouse and gates for the main driveway at Saint Andrews School on Jog Road were approved by the Boca Raton City Council.

      Sealed bids for another auction are due for a Delray Beach 4,900 sq. ft. home at 1002 Del Harbour Drive by 5 p.m. Aug. 8. Call 561.945.0000 for details.

      Autonation sold 25,363 new cars and trucks and 4, 572 luxury cars with 256 dealerships nationwide and 32 Florida store sales up 8-10% in June.

      You can explore the Intracoastal Waterway on the Water Taxi in Ft. Lauderdale. Hop off and on all day. Visit www.watertaxi.com or call 954.467.6677.

       Year after year, the Palm Beach Pops celebrates the Great American Songbook. Next season the Pops will continue the tradition featuring music from

Whitney Houston & Friends; Broadway, Marvin Hamlisch; Nat King Cole; Smoky Standards from The Mad Men Era and A major television star! Go to palmbeachpops.org for ticket packages to save up to $64 now or call 561-832-7677 for Immediate Seat Selection or fax order to 561.832.9686. You can also e-mail your request to info@palmbeachpops.org.

      The Boca Palm Beach Business Connection meets every Wednesday 7:45 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. at the Butts Road TooJays, south of Glades Rd and west of I-95 in the Boca Glades Shopping Center. No dues, no fees, no mandatory meetings. Bring business cards.

   Red 2, R.I.P.D.in 3D, Girl Most Likely, The Conjuring and Turbo in 3D opens at the Boca Cinemark Palace & Premiere and Regal Entertainment Shadowwood theatres. Red 2 opens at the Movies of Delray and Lake Worth and Augustine also opens at the Movies of Delray. Much Ado About Nothing and Monsters University opens at Movies of Lake Worth.   All You Need Is Love still playing at the Movies of Delray with Pierce Brosnan. Don’t miss it.      

   Barry Epstein Live airs Thursday 10 p.m. and Friday 10 a.m. on www.wrpbitv.com, with Biscayne Marketing president Rick Alovis, Sound Money Financial Solutions president George Herrera, Egyptian Lynn University student Walid Abo Shanab, Team Tennis Coach Ken Tolber and Sun-Sentinel Editorial columnist Kingsley Guy on www.wrpbitv.com, www.publicrelations.nu, www.vimeo.com and www.bocatribune.com. Watch to win free tickets to the Cinemark theatres.

    Temple Beth Shira presents free Adult Education classes- Journey From Torah To Talmud - 10:00 am July 24 at the South County Library on 441, just north of Yamato Road. RSVP to Rick Alovis 561.414.4423 or email ralovis@yahoo.com.

     Lynn University political professor Dr. Robert Watson lectures at the South County Civic Center, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Wednesdays July 24 and 31. Go to www.grandedventures.com to register or call 1.877.354.1077.

    Shira Jewish Professionals Group Hosts for its first event 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m July 24 at Ben’s NY Kosher Deli, 9942 Clint Moore Road (sw corner of 441) with Dr. Robert Watson discussing (and signing copies of) his newest book " Affairs of State" and other topics. Dr. Watson, is a frequent guest on Barry Epstein Live and is an amazing historian, speaker, and author, serving as the Director of American Studies at Lynn University. The Shira Jewish Professionals Group is a new initiative by Temple Beth Shira to engage the community. It will serve as a professional networking and community centric group. Meetings will be held once a month, and have a topic as well as a networking opportunity. For more information call Rick Alovis at 561-414-4423 or RAlovis@Yahoo.com. Donation of $10 In Advance ($12 Day of Event) which includes appetizers and refreshments.

   The Sounds of Simon, has been extended through Aug. 3 at the Mizner Park Cultural Arts Center Studio Theatre, 201 Plaza Real. Call. 561.600.0495 or visit www.soundsofsimon.com  or showtimes and ticket information.

    Character Man is at the Stage Door Theatre through August 11. Go to www.stagedoorfl.org or call 954.344.7765 for tickets and more information.

      Cabaret at the Plaza Theatre presents I’ve Got Rhythm, The music of George Gershwin, 7:30 July 24 at the Plaza Theatre in Manalapan, 262 S. Ocean Blvd. Visit www.theplazatheatre.net or call 561.588.1820 for tickets or more information.

    Palm Beach Dramaworks presents Man of La Mancha at the Don & Ann Brown Theatre, 201 Clematis St. West Palm Beach to July 21 and Company Aug. 7-Aug. 18. Go to www.palmbeachdramaworks.org or call 561.514.4042. for further information and tickets.

    The Monkees will be at the Mizner Park Amphitheatre July 27. Go to www.ticketmaster.com or call 800.745.3000.

      Boca’s Free Summer Sunset Music Series featuring Carlos Oliva will be held about 8:16 p.m. Aug. 2 at the amphitheater on the north end of Mizner Park, 590 Plaza Real, in downtown Boca Raton. Oliva and his band are known for Cuban music, salsa, Afro beats, samba, jazz and rock. The melting pot became known as “The Miami Sound”.

     The Sound of Music will be the first production at the new Wick Theatre, formerly the Caldwell on Sept. 18. Call 561.995.2333.

      Mark your calendars: Rob Lowe, star of TV and film and a cancer awareness advocate, will be the keynote speaker at Boca Raton Regional Hospital Foundation’s 10th Anniversary Go Pink Luncheon on Friday, Oct. 25.

     If you would like to learn how you can make money and save money by NOT using a 401 k or IRA that will protect your money and generate tax free income, or are unhappy in your job, or want to change jobs, or need extra income, then visit www.yourretirementmiracle.com and call 561.852.0000 for further information. Everyone should see it.

     Banks are now encouraging Short Sales, rather than the lengthy and costly foreclosures. FORECLOSURE IS NOT AN OPTION! Contact Keyes Company/Delray office Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE) Realtor JOANNE EPSTEIN at 561.945.0000 and visit www.joanneepstein.com  to find out how she can save you from foreclosure, with no cost for attorneys, fees or commissions.

        Birch Communications is a multi-million dollar company with an exclusive wholesale agreement with AT and T. If you would like to save money on your AT&T land phones without changing your numbers or your service, call 561.852.0000.

        www.WestBocaLeaders.com is the best networking group in the area and meets at the West Boca Library on 441, just north of Yamato Road on alternate Wednesdays from 5:30 p.m. Check out the website for openings in some categories. Call 561.852.0000 for further information.

       Barry Epstein, APR, is a noted public relations, marketing and political consultant based in Boca Raton, president of the www.luxurychamber.com, the www.westbocaleaders.com networking group and the founder and former president of the West Boca Chamber of Commerce; with a weekly internet television show on www.bocaratontribune.com (click on columnists) and www.publicrelations.nu. His motto is: Public Relations is the enemy of anonymity. email: pr@publicrelations.nu, or fax column items to 561.451.0000.  His blog is in the Boca Raton Tribune and on the www.bocaratontribune.com (and click on columnists) website, on www.facebook.com/BarryEpstein as well as on the Sun-Sentinel/Jewish Journal website at www.floridajewishjournal.com - http://barrys-journal.blogspot.com as well as on his website: www.publicrelations.nu.

                 

Barry;s Buzz - July 12,2013

The SlowBurn Theatre Company recently presented the Wedding Singer at the West Boca Performing Arts Center in West Boca with Clay Cartland, Courtney Poston, Conor Walton, Domenic Servidio, Erica Mendez, Rick Hvizdak, Nicole Piro, Penny Mandel and ensemble providing a terrific update on the classic. The entire team, led by Director and Choreographer Patrick Fitzwater, had the audience clapping and stamping their feet to the tunes, with a colorful set designed by Ian Almeida. Don't miss their next production, Next to Normal, Oct. 18- Nov. 2. Buy tickets at www.slowburntheatre.org or call 866.811.4111. For group sales or for season ticket packages, call 954.323.7884.
      Nestors Bageland in the Garden Shops has closed.
     The Levis Jewish Community Center has 14 months to raise $1 million and recruit at least 500 host families and 250 volunteers initially after being tapped to host the JCC Maccabi Games from Aug. 10 to 15. The West Boca-based center of Jewish activity for south county expects at least 1,000 visiting Jewish athletes ages 12 to 16 from the U.S., Israel and other countries; 1,500 visiting families and at least 200 coaches, plus their own local team, almost like a replay of the Presidential debate at Lynn University. This is the second time Levis has hosted and the first since 2000. Go to www.levisjcc.org for information.
  The merger of Office Max and Office Depot will set off a bidding war between Florida and Illinois over where the headquarters will be located. Office Depot has already received $3.5 million from the state in job incentives plus $650,000 in tax breaks. Office Max is shooting for huge tax breaks and job incentives to keep 2,000 jobs in Illinois. It's hard to imagine closing down a Florida headquarters with no state tax and a lower cost of living.
  FAU jumped to the USA conference from the Sun Belt conference but will pay a $700,000 exit fee and a $2 million entry tab to be deducted from TV rights.
  The Florida Atlantic University men's ice hockey program will host next year's American Collegiate Hockey Association Division III National Tournament at the Saveology.com Iceplex in Coral Springs.
   The planned almost $1 billion cost update to FPL plants in Dania Beach and Pt. St. Lucie will cost FP&L customers an additional $24 per year on their bills for the next three years. Last year, FP&L made over $1 billion in profit.
   Big business has kicked in another $1 million to Gov. Scott's reelection campaign with Boca based GEO group paying $100,000, sugar giant Florida Crystal in for $150,000, FP&L anted up $250,000 and U.S. Sugar gave $100,000 on top of $250,000 previously donated.
   Long customs delays due to budget cutbacks at FLL and MIA checkpoints are causing officials grief and tourists to miss connecting flights and cruise departures, forcing overnight stays at the airport. Delays at MIA are over 2 hours and 1 hour delays at FLL are becoming the norm.
   Florida led the list with 85 of the top 100 zip codes with over 55,000 owner vacated foreclosures statewide, leading the nation over Illinois and Nevada.
   Oasis of the Seas serves 130,000 meals, launders 20,000 sheets and handles 10,000 pieces of luggage per 7 day cruise.
   You can explore the Intracoastal Waterway on the Water Taxi in Ft. Lauderdale. Hop off and on all day. Visit www.watertaxi.com or call 954.467.6677.
  Palm Beach Dramaworks presents Man of La Mancha through July 21 at the Don & Ann Brown Theatre, 201 Clematis Street in West Palm Beach. Tickets are $35. Call 561.514.4042 or visit www.palmbeachdramaworks.org  for further information.
   There have been reports of suspicious activity at Maggiano's and a Detective has been called in to get to the bottom of the situation for an entertaining evening of "whodunit" and Maggiano's Family Style Dinner while the case is solved! Just ask yourself, do you really know your dinner partners...or could they be part of the plot? July 12th at 7:30PM $65 per person - includes a show, appetizers and a three-course dinner (tax and tip included) Cash Bar available in room. Reservations are required, call 561-361-2322 to secure your seats. This is adult comedy and recommended for guests over 18.
    Year after year, the Palm Beach Pops celebrates the Great American Songbook. Next season the Pops will continue the tradition featuring music from
Whitney Houston & Friends; Broadway, Marvin Hamlisch; Nat King Cole; Smoky Standards from The Mad Men Era and A major television star! Go to palmbeachpops.org for ticket packages to save up to $64 now or call 561-832-7677 for Immediate Seat Selection or fax order to 561.832.9686. You can also e-mail your request to info@palmbeachpops.org.
    The Boca Palm Beach Business Connection meets every Wednesday 7:45 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. at the Butts Road TooJays, south of Glades Rd and west of I-95 in the Boca Glades Shopping Center. No dues, no fees, no mandatory meetings. Bring business cards.
   Pacific Rim and Grown Ups 2 opens at the Cinemark and Regal Entertainment Shadowwood theatres. The Hot Flashes opens exclusively at the Movies of Delray, partnering with Delray Medical Center, Susan B Komen Foundation and six PAP Corp. Additional sponsors needed. Call 561.636.0020 for details. 
    Barry Epstein Live airs Friday morning with Team Tennis Coach Ken Tolber, Entrepreneur Annette Reizburg, Travel expert Scott Grody and Sun-Sentinel Editorial columnist Kingsley Guy on www.wrpbitv.com, www.publicrelations.nu, www.vimeo.com and www.bocatribune.com. Watch to win free tickets to the Cinemark theatres.
    Lynn University political professor Dr. Robert Watson lectures at the South County Civic Center, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Wednesdays July 17, 24 and 31. Go to www.grandedventures.com to register or call 1.877.354.1077.
     Temple Beth Shira presents free Adult Education classes- Journey From Torah To Talmud - 10:00 am July 24 at the South County Library on 441, just north of Yamato Road. RSVP to Rick Alovis 561.414.4423 or email ralovis@yahoo.com.
    Palm Beach Dramaworks presents Man of La Mancha at the Don & Ann Brown Theatre, 201 Clematis St. West Palm Beach to July 21 and Company Aug. 7-Aug. 18. Go to www.palmbeachdramaworks.org or call 561.514.4042. for further information and tickets.
   Character Man is at the Stage Door Theatre July 12-August 11. Go to www.stagedoorfl.org or call 954.344.7765 for tickets and more information.
   The Sounds of Simon, The music of Paul Simon in Vision & Light is 8 pm, July 12-28 at the Mizner Park Cultural Center Studio Theatre. Call 561.600.0495 or visit www.soundsofsimon.com for tickets and further information.
     The Jackson Laskowski 3^rd annual Keep Hope Alive Fund Golf Fundraiser; shotgun, silent auction and awards dinner is 11:30 a.m. July 13 at Westchester Country Club, 12250 Westchester Club Drive, Boynton Beach. Contact mlaskowski57@gmail.com, miti560@aol.com or call 561.252.2933 or 561.578.1948 for more details. Visit http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/jacksonlaskowski7.
      Cabaret at the Plaza Theatre presents I've Got Rhythm, The music of George Gershwin, 7:30 July 24 at the Plaza Theatre in Manalapan, 262 S. Ocean Blvd. Visit www.theplazatheatre.net or call 561.588.1820 for tickets or more information.
     The Monkees will be at the Mizner Park Amphitheatre July 27. Go to www.ticketmaster.com or call 800.745.3000.
      The Sound of Music will be the first production at the new Wick Theatre, formerly the Caldwell on Sept. 18. Call 561.995.2333.
      Mark your calendars: Rob Lowe, star of TV and film and a cancer awareness advocate, will be the keynote speaker at Boca Raton Regional Hospital Foundation's 10th Anniversary Go Pink Luncheon on Friday, Oct. 25.
     If you would like to learn how you can make money and save money by NOT using a 401 k or IRA that will protect your money and generate tax free income, or are unhappy in your job, or want to change jobs, or need extra income, then visit www.yourretirementmiracle.com and call 561.852.0000 for further information. Everyone should see it.
     Banks are now encouraging Short Sales, rather than the lengthy and costly foreclosures. FORECLOSURE IS NOT AN OPTION! Contact Keyes Company/Delray office Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE) Realtor JOANNE EPSTEIN at 561.945.0000 and visit www.joanneepstein.com  to find out how she can save you from foreclosure, with no cost for attorneys, fees or commissions.
        Birch Communications is a multi-million dollar company with an exclusive wholesale agreement with AT and T. If you would like to save money on your AT&T land phones without changing your numbers or your service, call 561.852.0000.
        www.WestBocaLeaders.com is the best networking group in the area and meets at the West Boca Library on 441, just north of Yamato Road on alternate Wednesdays from 5:30 p.m. Check out the website for openings in some categories. Call 561.852.0000 for further information.
       Barry Epstein, APR, is a noted public relations, marketing and political consultant based in Boca Raton, president of the www.luxurychamber.com, the www.westbocaleaders.com networking group and the founder and former president of the West Boca Chamber of Commerce; with a weekly internet television show on www.bocaratontribune.com (click on columnists) and www.publicrelations.nu. His motto is: Public Relations is the enemy of anonymity. email: pr@publicrelations.nu, or fax column items to 561.451.0000.  His blog is in the Boca Raton Tribune and on the www.bocaratontribune.com (and click on columnists) website, on www.facebook.com/BarryEpstein as well as on the Sun-Sentinel/Jewish Journal website at www.floridajewishjournal.com - http://barrys-journal.blogspot.com as well as on his website: www.publicrelations.nu.
                  

Page Two: Barrys Buzz July 5, 2013

   
  Here is a unique opportunity of an exquisitely appointed estate home at 17122 Avenue Le Rivage, Boca Raton. Le Rivage at the northeast corner of Clint Moore and Lyons Roads, is a  luxury community surrounded by pristine lakes and tropical foliage, built on a private island with custom estates on over half acre lots, where you can enjoy the privilege of this beautiful enclave with privacy and security in the over 7,400 sq. ft. estate featuring 5 bedrooms, and 5 baths overlooking lake views. Don't miss this opportunity. It will be sold in a live absolute auction to the highest bidder, regardless of price, to pre-registered guests only on July 10, 2013 at 1 p.m. EST. $100,000 deposit is required to bid. Bidder registration forms are available from Joanne Epstein, Keyes Luxury Realtor, 561.945.0000 or email to Joanne@JoanneEpstein.com.
   Scott Singer and Craig Ehrnst have filed for Seat A, the Boca Council seat currently held by term limited Vice Mayor Susan Haynie running for Mayor.
  With the city�s July 4th fireworks show moved to the Spanish River deHoernle Park, the Holiday Tree Lighting ceremony may be moved there too.
   The former Tyco Building on Military Trail has been renamed One Town Center, to attract multiple office tenants. Kayne Anderson Real Estate Advisors is taking 12,000 sq. ft. in the 200,000 sq ft building near the Town Center Mall, No one large tenant for the building could be found in the short term.
   FAU left the Sun Belt conference and joined Conference USA to increase TV revenue exposure from $1 million to $2 million.
     The Levis Jewish Community Center has 14 months to raise $1 million and recruit at least 500 host families and 250 volunteers initially after being tapped to host the JCC Maccabi Games from Aug. 10 to 15. The West Boca-based center of Jewish activity for south county expects at least 1,000 visiting Jewish athletes ages 12 to 16 from the U.S., Israel and other countries; 1,500 visiting families and at least 200 coaches, plus their own local team, almost like a replay of the Presidential debate at Lynn University. This is the second time Levis has hosted and the first since 2000. Go to www.levisjcc.org for information.
   You can explore the Intracoastal Waterway on the Water Taxi in Ft. Lauderdale. Hop off and on all day. Visit www.watertaxi.com or call 954.467.6677.
   There have been reports of suspicious activity at Maggiano's and a Detective has been called in to get to the bottom of the situation for an entertaining evening of "whodunit" and Maggiano's Family Style Dinner while the case is solved! Just ask yourself, do you really know your dinner partners...or could they be part of the plot? Friday, July 12th at 7:30PM $65 per person - includes a show, appetizers and a three-course dinner (tax and tip included) Cash Bar available in room. Reservations are required, call 561-361-2322 to secure your seats. This is adult comedy and recommended for guests over 18.
    Carnival Corp. consumes 3.2 million tons of fuel, paying $648 per ton and $2 billion each year on $15 billion in revenue.
    The Palm Beach Post reported that NextEra Chair Lew Hay pocketed a $33 million in pay last year and NextEra President Jim Robo made $14 million.
   State owned Citizens insurance is readying another round of 7 to 9%  increases of $300 to $400 which state regulators are expected to approve.
   Year after year, the Palm Beach Pops celebrates the Great American Songbook. Next season the Pops will continue the tradition featuring music from
Whitney Houston & Friends; Broadway, Marvin Hamlisch; Nat King Cole; Smoky Standards from The Mad Men Era and A major television star! Go to palmbeachpops.org for ticket packages to save up to $64 now or call 561-832-7677 for Immediate Seat Selection or fax order to 561.832.9686. You can also e-mail your request to info@palmbeachpops.org.
   8-track Groovy! The Sounds of the 70�s is at the Plaza Theatre, 262 S. Ocean Blvd Manalapan now to July 7. Visit www.theplazatheatre.net or 588.1820. 
    Entr�Acte Theatrix presents Monty Python's Spamalot to June 30 at the Crest Theatre at the Delray Center for the Arts.  51 North Swinton Avenue, Delray Beach, 33444.  Tickets are on sale now, and are available by calling 561-243-7922.  http://delraycenterforthearts.org or by phone at: 561-243-7922, ext. 1.
   Despicable Me in 3D and the Lone Ranger are at the Cinemark and Regal Entertainment Shadowwood theatres. The Lone Ranger opened at the Movies of Delray and Lake Worth. Fill The Void opens in Delray and Just Like a Woman opens at the Movies of Lake Worth. The Hot Flashes opens exclusively at the Movies of Delray on July 12, partnering with Delray Medical Center, Susan B Komen Foundation and six PAP Corp. Additional sponsors needed.  
    Barry Epstein Live special Fourth of July Holiday show airs Friday morning with Congressman Ted Deutch, Safe Domes president David Pressler, Entrepreneur David Goldstein, Movie Maven Morrie Zryl and Sun-Sentinel Editorial columnist Kingsley Guy, among others, on www.publicrelations.nu,  www.vimeo.com  and www.bocatribune.com. Watch to win free tickets to the Cinemark theatres.
    Jan McArt presents Atlantic City Boys, 7:30 p.m. July 6 and 4 p.m. July 7 at the Lynn University Keith C. and Elaine Johnson Wold Performing Arts Center, 3601 N. Military Trail, Boca Raton. Tickets are $35. Order by phone at 561.237.7707 or on line: http://events.lynn.edu.
   The City of Boca Raton Summer Sunset Music Series continues with an Americana-inspired performance by The Symphonia Boca Raton and Kyle Prescot, Florida Atlantic University Wind Ensemble conductor, 7 p.m. July 7 in the Mizner Park Amphitheater, 590 Plaza Real in downtown Boca Raton. The event is free and open to the public.
    Lynn University political professor Dr. Robert Watson lectures at the South County Civic Center, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Wednesdays July 10, 17, 24 and 31. Go to www.grandedventures.com to register or call 1.877.354.1077.
     Temple Beth Shira presents free Adult Education classes- Journey From Torah To Talmud - 10:00am July 10 and 24 at the South County Library on 441, just north of Yamato Road. RSVP to Rick Alovis 561.414.4423 or email ralovis@yahoo.com.
    Palm Beach Dramaworks presents Man of La Mancha at the Don & Ann Brown Theatre, 201 Clematis St. West Palm Beach July 10 �July 21 and Company Aug. 7-Aug. 18. Go to www.palmbeachdramaworks.org or call 561.514.4042. for further information and tickets.
   Character Man is at the Stage Door Theatre July 12-August 11. Go to www.stagedoorfl.org or call 954.344.7765 for tickets and more information.
   The Sounds of Simon, The music of Paul Simon in Vision & Light is 8 pm, July 12-28 at the Mizner Park Cultural Center Studio Theatre. Call 561.600.0495 or visit www.soundsofsimon.com for tickets and further information.
     The Jackson Laskowski 3^rd annual Keep Hope Alive Fund Golf Fundraiser; shotgun, silent auction and awards dinner is 11:30 a.m. July 13 at Westchester Country Club, 12250 Westchester Club Drive, Boynton Beach. Contact mlaskowski57@gmail.com, miti560@aol.com or call 561.252.2933 or 561.578.1948 for more details. Visit http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/jacksonlaskowski7.
      Cabaret at the Plaza Theatre presents I�ve Got Rhythm, The music of George Gershwin, 7:30 July 24 at the Plaza Theatre in Manalapan, 262 S. Ocean Blvd. Visit www.theplazatheatre.net or call 561.588.1820 for tickets or more information.
     The Monkees will be at the Mizner Park Amphitheatre July 27. Go to www.ticketmaster.com or call 800.745.3000.
      The Sound of Music will be the first production at the new Wick Theatre, formerly the Caldwell on Sept. 18. Call 561.995.2333.
      Mark your calendars: Rob Lowe, star of TV and film and a cancer awareness advocate, will be the keynote speaker at Boca Raton Regional Hospital Foundation�s 10th Anniversary Go Pink Luncheon on Friday, Oct. 25.
     If you would like to learn how you can make money and save money by NOT using a 401 k or IRA that will protect your money and generate tax free income, or are unhappy in your job, or want to change jobs, or need extra income, then visit www.yourretirementmiracle.com and call 561.852.0000 for further information. Everyone should see it.
     Banks are now encouraging Short Sales, rather than the lengthy and costly foreclosures. FORECLOSURE IS NOT AN OPTION! Contact Keyes Company/Delray office Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE) Realtor JOANNE EPSTEIN at 561.945.0000 and visit www.joanneepstein.com  to find out how she can save you from foreclosure, with no cost for attorneys, fees or commissions.
        Birch Communications is a multi-million dollar company with an exclusive wholesale agreement with AT and T. If you would like to save money on your AT&T land phones without changing your numbers or your service, call 561.852.0000.
        www.WestBocaLeaders.com is the best networking group in the area and meets at the West Boca Library on 441, just north of Yamato Road on alternate Wednesdays from 5:30 p.m. Check out the website for openings in some categories. Call 561.852.0000 for further information.
       Barry Epstein, APR, is a noted public relations, marketing and political consultant based in Boca Raton, president of the www.luxurychamber.com, the www.westbocaleaders.com networking group and the founder and former president of the West Boca Chamber of Commerce; with a weekly internet television show on www.bocaratontribune.com (click on columnists) and www.publicrelations.nu. His motto is: Public Relations is the enemy of anonymity. email: pr@publicrelations.nu, or fax column items to 561.451.0000.  His blog is in the Boca Raton Tribune and on the www.bocaratontribune.com (and click on columnists) website, on www.facebook.com/BarryEpstein as well as on the Sun-Sentinel/Jewish Journal website at www.floridajewishjournal.com - http://barrys-journal.blogspot.com as well as on his website: www.publicrelations.nu.