Mother’s Day is, at least in my perspective, a little misunderstood. Sure, we celebrate it in schools and we buy gifts for our moms, but are we really contributing to the holiday in fullness? Few know the origin of Mother’s Day, or they refuse to look beyond the surface.
Mother’s Day is a result of the acts of Anna Jarvis, who was inspired by her own mother’s acts of strength and kindness. Anna’s mom had organized women’s groups in which promoted health and friendship.
Anna Jarvis concieved Mother’s Day to honor the sacrifices our moms make for us, but do people now truly live up to that? Growing up, I always thought that Mother’s Day simply appreciated my mom for being there. I wasn’t aware of any specific reasoning, nor did I care to research it. Though I would always work my hardest to impress my mom for her special day, I wish I would have known the exact things to talk about.
Speaking of Mother’s Day gifts, when I was younger I never really knew what to get my mom for Mother’s Day. I would struggle not only because I wanted it to be a surprise, but also because I didn’t want to disappoint her with something she wouldn’t like. Now, however, I know better than to think that way, and I know my mom will appreciate anything I do for her, but younger me would have only one go-to gift: a card.
I know many struggle with the same issue I had as a kid, so here are a few ideas for this Mother’s Day!
Bake something. It could really be anything, cookies, cake, or brownies. It is a small act, but baking requires effort and love. A simple batch of cookies could mean the world to someone, or it could just be cute. Either way, it’s an easy but effective way to make anybody happy.
Make a card. Making cards was my go-to method for Mother’s Day as a kid. Words can convey the most beautiful of messages, whether they’re simple or complex. Reading true feelings and emotions of love and warmth truly feels so nice, so I’m absolutely sure a mom is somebody who would appreciate it most.
Buy a Gift. Material things may not appeal to everybody, but if it’s meaningful then a store-bought gift can be just as good as a home-made one. A cute mug or even new oven mitts can be thoughtful gifts, it really all depends on your mom’s interests and hobbies, so pay close attention!
Create a Memory Book. Memory books have many names, like journals or scrapbooks, maybe even a photo album. Whichever version you choose to make isn’t the important part, it’s the choosing of the memories, photos, and the precise wording you’ll use to sum it up.
Though gifts are nice and of course the thought is always appreciated, the one thing to be made known is the love you have for your mom and how thankful you are to her sacrifices. This Mother’s Day, take time to reflect and think about what your mom has sacrificed or done for you, and thank her, she’ll appreciate it more than you know.
By Carmen and Tripp Eldridge, Farm Directors at Arden
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Every year throughout this month, organizations across the United States take the time to spread knowledge and fight stigmas surrounding mental health. While Tripp and I aren’t medical experts, we do know that nature has a wealth of benefits for physical, mental, and emotional wellness. So, today, we wanted to highlight the topic of ecotherapy.
Ecotherapy is based on the idea that people are connected to and impacted by the environment. Research has shown the advantages of connecting with nature. A study published in the National Library of Medicine has shown that ecotherapy is effective in lifting depression, relieving stress and anxiety, improving sleep, and lessening post-traumatic stress, among a host of other positive effects.
Whether you enjoy taking long walks on local trails or planting gardens in your backyard, ecotherapy might be the perfect way to get outside and make progress on your mental health journey. If you’re ready to give it a try, here are three common ecotherapy activities that could be a good place to start:
Nature Meditation
Nature meditation is exactly what it sounds like – meditating in a natural setting. You can practice it in a local park or near a lake. The goal is to focus on the sounds, smells, or sights of your surroundings while purging all other thoughts from your mind.
If you live in an urban area where the sounds of nature get drowned out by city noise, you can substitute them with life-like sounds in your headphones, courtesy of the Internet. For example, naturesounds.tv can be a helpful resource. This free site offers a variety of nature sounds across different platforms.
Nature meditation can be practiced alone or in groups. Just remember that it should calm, ground and connect you not only with the world around you, but with your inner sense of self as well.
Horticulture Therapy
If you enjoy growing fresh fruits and vegetables, are interested in starting your own backyard garden, or even looking at joining a community plot, horticulture therapy might be for you.
Horticulture therapy is the use of plants and plant-based activities to facilitate human rehabilitation and healing. This practice has roots that trace back to the 19th century. But even current research from the University of Florida has shown the mental, physical, and emotional benefits of gardens. Today, horticulture therapy is often used in physical rehabilitation and has proven to be effective at improving people’s memory, cognitive abilities, coordination, balance, and endurance.
The sensation of feeling the soil in your hands, the fresh smells exuded by plants, and the time spent outside in the fresh air – all can have a therapeutic effect on a person’s nervous system and provide relief from the stress of everyday life.
Outdoor Exercise
Many ecotherapy practices are supposed to get you out of the house and moving in the fresh air. If you already work out at home or at a gym, try moving your workout outside. Physical exercise in any outdoor setting can be incredibly therapeutic and foster increased awareness of the world around you. Taking a run to reduce stress, going on a peaceful walk to ease anxiety, cycling around your block for some fresh air, or even doing yoga in the park to focus on your breathing can cultivate and strengthen your connection with the environment and give you a healthy dose of fresh air and “happy hormones,” such as endorphins and serotonin. This is also a great way to explore your surroundings and visit some beautiful sites in your area.
Ecopsychology is still an emerging field with new research conducted every day. But many therapists have already begun incorporating ecotherapy principles and techniques into their treatment practices. The best part is that most of the ecotherapy practices are available at little or no cost. So, whether you’re looking for new ways to cope with stress or just want to connect with nature, this Mental Health Awareness Month is the time to start!
Author and Artist Hartley Barnes signs his books at the most recent Wellington Art Society art show. See related photos under “Cultural Corner.” Mommy Moments writer Briana D’Andrea and her two kids, taking a stroll. See her article on Mother’s Day gift ideas biy going to “Mommy Moments” for May, 2022.Chip McKenney of the Gay Polo League. Photo by Alan Fabricant.Enjoying live music at Village Music and Cafe. L to R: Janet Till, Ali Rome, Denise Marsh and Krista Martinelli.
This lovely lemon chicken piccata recipe is exquisite and easy to prepare. The light and luscious lemon sauce really pops without being too acidic; it is simply divine. And the capers really pack a flavorful punch. Serve with herb-roasted potatoes or rice pilaf.
Ingredients
Yields 4 servings
Ingredient Checklist
3 large skinless, boneless chicken breast halves – cut into 1/2-inch medallions
salt and pepper to taste
½ cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons vegetable oil, or as needed
1 clove garlic, minced
1 cup low sodium chicken broth
½ lemon, thinly sliced
¼ cup fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons capers, drained and rinsed
3 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons minced Italian (flat-leaf) parsley
Directions
Step 1
Preheat oven to 200 degrees F (95 degrees C). Place a serving platter into the oven to warm.
Step 2
Season the chicken breast pieces with salt and pepper and dredge them in flour. Shake off excess flour. Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet; pan-fry the chicken pieces until golden brown on both sides, about 3 minutes per side. Work in batches and do not crowd skillet, adding oil as needed . Place the chicken pieces onto the warmed platter in the oven. When finished with all the chicken, drain most of the oil from the skillet, leaving a thin coating on the surface of the pan.
Step 3
Cook and stir the minced garlic in the skillet until fragrant, about 20 seconds. Pour in the chicken broth. Scrape and dissolve any brown bits from the bottom of the skillet. Stir in the lemon slices and bring the mixture to a boil. Let cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce reduces to about 2/3 cup, 5 to 8 minutes. Add the lemon juice and capers; simmer until the sauce is reduced and slightly thickened, about 5 minutes more. Drop the butter into the skillet and swirl it into the sauce by tilting the skillet until the butter is melted and incorporated. Add the parsley; remove from heat and set aside.
Step 4
Arrange the chicken medallions on serving plates and spoon sauce over each portion to serve.
West Palm Beach, FL – YMCA of the Palm Beaches (YMCA) has finalized an agreement with the Palm Beach County (PBC) Board of County Commissioners that authorizes the YMCA to lease approximately five acres in Lake Lytal Park from the Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation Department (PBC Parks) for 50 years with one 50-year extension option. The partnership will bring new facilities, amenities, and improvements to Lake Lytal Park, located at 3645 Gun Club Road in West Palm Beach.
The new YMCA of the Palm Beaches / PBC Parks & Recreation facilities will include:
·State-of-the-art health & fitness facilities with expanded equipment offerings
·A new Aquatics Center with a competition pool, a dive well, and other water-based recreational activities
·Expansive community gathering place for wellness-focused classes and programs
·An Olympic-style skate park and training facility
·High-tech Teen Center with a STEM Lab, music recording & arts studio, mentoring & job training, teaching kitchen, and a child care center
The anticipated timeline will be:
·Phases l & II: Aquatics, Skate Park, Community Center, and Health & Fitness Facilities –2024
·Phase II: Indoor Gymnasium and Child-Care Center –2025
The agreement ensures that both PBC Parks and the YMCA construct facilities and infrastructure improvements at their own expense. YMCA is currently lining up major donors who might want their namesake attached to this essential community center, located along the busiest east-west corridor (Southern Blvd.) in Palm Beach County, leaving a legacy for years to come.
“Public-private partnerships between YMCAs and municipal Parks and Recreation Departments are thriving throughout the country. We look forward to this cooperative project at Lake Lytal Park being a shining example of how these types of collaborative relationships can greatly benefit the community,” said Tim Coffield, CEO and President of YMCA of the Palm Beaches. “We are grateful for the leadership of County staff, the support of our County Commissioners, and we are excited to bring our collective vision to fruition.”
“The possibility to partner with the YMCA of the Palm Beaches to develop and collocate world class recreation facilities at Lake Lytal Park is a distinctive and timely opportunity that will benefit the residents of Palm Beach County for years to come,” said Eric Call, Director of Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation Department.
In addition, within two years of the county’s completion of the aquatic facility inside Lake Lytal Park, the YMCA will take over staffing, programming, and operational management of the facility, which is projected to significantly reduce PBC Parks’ operational expenses.
About Lake Lytal Park
Lake Lytal Park is operated by the Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation Department and is located at 3645 Gun Club Road, West Palm Beach. The Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation Department recognized nationally for excellence in park and recreation management operates more than 110 parks and recreational facilities and provides organized recreational programs and services for people of all ages and abilities. Visit pbcparks.com for more information.
About YMCA of the Palm Beaches
The YMCA of the Palm Beaches has served the Palm Beach County community for more than 100 years, providing essential programs, activities, and services for thousands of children, seniors, and families annually. As the YMCA embarks on its next chapter, its partnership with Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation at Lake Lytle Park will vastly enhance its ability to offer these services and more to a much larger population within our community. The Y’s mission is to ensure everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive in a safe and nurturing environment, regardless of the ability to pay. For information on how you can help support the Y’s capital project, including naming opportunities, contact Jim Barnes at (561) 968- 9622 x 226. For general information, visit ymcapalmbeaches.org.
Summer camp sessions are open for kids ages 5-to-12
(WEST PALM BEACH, FLA) – The dog days of summer will be back soon, but not without the coolest of summer camps found at Cox Science Center and Aquarium! CSCA is calling Palm Beach County kids to register for science camps that span their curiosities, including sessions focused on dinosaurs, aeronautics, firework concoctions, robotics, digital filmmaking and more! This will also be the first time that the 5 to 6 age camp groups will return since COVID-19. Camp sessions will carry out from May to early August.
Science Adventures include:
May 30 to June 3: Mindbender Academy (ages 5-12). Join the Mindbender Academy and work together to solve the mysteries of Mindbender Mansion. Learn all about illusions and the wacky tricks that the brain can play on us in this mind-boggling week-long camp! ($250 member/ $275 non-member)
June 6 to 10: Nautical Neighbors (ages 5-12). Wave hello to the Center’s nautical neighbors, junior scientists! Campers will dive into the world of marine biology and discover the ocean and the creatures that inhabit it. ($250 member/ $275 non-member)
June 13 to 17: Galactic Space Explorers (ages 5-12). Time to blast off and become galactic explorers! Join Cox Science as the Center travels into the depths of outer space and learn all about the Milky Way, black holes and more. ($250 member/ $275 non-member)
June 20 to 24: Rainforest Rockstars (ages 5-12). Celebrate World Rainforest Day (June 23) the right way during this week-long camp! Campers will become rockstars of the rainforest as they learn about the different rhythms of the rainforest, from the forest floors to the tops of the tree canopies. ($250 member/ $275 non-member)
June 27 to July 1: Land Before Time (ages 5-12). Travel back in time to the age of the dinosaurs! Campers will become junior paleontologists as they dig for fossils, uncover different types of dinosaurs, and untap the world these gigantic creatures inhabited. ($250 member/$275 non-member) (ONLY SPACES FOR 5-6 AND 10-12 AT THIS TIME)
July 5 to July 8: Muggle Magic! (ages 5-12). Journey to wizarding school and explore the magic of fireworks, the chemistry behind potions, and more in this magical week-long camp. ($195 member/ $220 non-member)
July 11 to July 15: Exhilarating Engineering (ages 5-12. Have you ever wondered how a bridge is built or why boats float? Dive into this week-long engineering-themed camp. Campers will have the chance to build and race their own boats at the end of the week! ($250 member/ $275 non-member)
July 18 to July 22: SENSEsational Science! (ages 5-12). Learn more about the five senses in this week-long camp, starting with hearing on World Listening Day (July 18th). Campers will examine their senses, the five senses in other animal species, as well as animal senses that we don’t have! ($250 member/ $275 non-member)
July 25 to 29: Awesome Aeronautics (ages 5-12). Get launched into action and be “wowed” by the study of flight! Campers will have a blast learning about physics and aerodynamics as they create catapults, kites, bottle rockets, and more. ($250 member/ $275 non-member)
August 1 to 5: Summer Sum-Up (ages 5-12). Join Cox Science as they put math skills to the test in adding up all of this summer’s camp highlights! Campers will finish the week off with an Annual End-of-Summer Science Spectacular full of games, music, face painting, and the chance to pie your counselors in the face. ($250 member/ $275 non-member)
Tech Camps include:
May 30 to June 3:MinecraftEDU: Coding FUNdamentals (ages 7-12). Take a journey into the digital world of MinecraftEDU and learn the FUNdamentals of coding! Campers will get the rundown of algorithms, sequences, loops and more during this week-long tech camp. ($275 member/ $300 non-member)
June 6 to 10: Robot Olympics (ages 7-12). Go for the gold, campers! Learn the basics of coding and more in this Olympic-themed robotics camp. ($275 member/ $300 non-member)
June 13 to 17: Digital Filmmaking (ages 7-12). Lights, camera, action! Step behind the camera and bring your imagination to life in the Center’s digital filmmaking camp. Learn the basics of set design, filmmaking, and editing in this blockbuster week-long camp. ($275 member/ $300 non-member)
June 20th to 24: The Future of Design (ages 7-12). Become a cutting-edge designer and learn about the innovations in the world of design, including both 3D printing and laser cutting! ($275 member/ $300 non-member)
June 27 to July 1: MinecraftEDU: Coding FUNdamentals (ages 7-12;repeat session from week 1) Take a journey into the digital world of MinecraftEDU and learn the FUNdamentals of coding! Campers will learn about algorithms, sequences, loops and much more during this week-long tech camp. ($275 member/ $300 non-member) (ONLY SPACES 10-12 AT THIS TIME)
Camp sessions will be between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m., with drop off from 8:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. and pick up between 4:00 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. Before/Aftercare is from 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. for an additional $15 per day. Summer camps are also available at the Center’s satellite campus located in Jupiter.
Formerly the South Florida Science Center and Aquarium, the recently renamed Cox Science Center and Aquarium’s current indoor/outdoor venue features more than 100 hands-on educational exhibits, a 10,000-gallon fresh and saltwater aquarium, digital planetarium, Pre-K focused “Discovery Center,” 18-hole conservation-themed Mini-Golf Course and quarter-mile-long outdoor science trail. One of its celebrated displays includes “Journey Through the Human Brain,” a permanent exhibit that features the most advanced neuroscience research in the world. The Cox Amphitheater hosts daily live science shows, seasonal laser shows, and special event programming. CSCA took on a new name at the end of 2021 when leadership announced a $20 million gift from Palm Beachers, Howard and Wendy Cox, to launch a transformative capital campaign – with a target completion date of 2025.
For more information, please visit coxsciencecenter.org/camps, email science@slatkowhusak.com or kindly call Cox Science at (561) 832-2026.
Dr. Randy Blakely, Frances Fisher, Patrick McNamara
Palm Beach, Fla.– Over 80 philanthropists, scientists and community leaders gathered at the Palm Beach, FL, home of Palm Health Foundation trustee and philanthropy committee chair Frances Fisher on April 13, 2022, for a fascinating “Brain Health Innovation” cocktail reception. The event highlighted the foundation’s vision to make Palm Beach County a national leader in brain health advancement and celebrated the cutting-edge research resulting from its $1 million gift to the Florida Atlantic University Stiles-Nicholson Brain Institute. The gift helped establish a new program in computational brain science and health, supports four graduate fellowships under the program per year, and funds faculty pilot research projects.
As guests enjoyed cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and Mrs. Fisher’s beautiful home, they met with three of the Ph.D. students who received the Palm Health Foundation fellowships, Yosun Yoon, Joseph McKinley and Jasmine Chan, and learned about their research targeted at understanding the underpinnings and treatment of various brain disorders. Dr. Randy Blakely, executive director of the FAU Stiles-Nicholson Brain Institute, noted that the outstanding fellows excel in their fields of research, which target data-intensive investigations underlying Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, and depression, among others, that benefit from computational approaches.
“Palm Health Foundation is honored to support these fellows in their contributions to the brain health field,” said Patrick McNamara, president and CEO of Palm Health Foundation. “We know that overall wellbeing is intimately connected to the good health of the brain. Our partnership with the Stiles-Nicholson Brain Institute is an example of the foundation’s commitment to fostering partnerships among philanthropists, brain science, community members and care settings that will lead to local and national impact.”
Mrs. Fisher spoke to guests about her own personal commitment to brain health through the establishment of the Frances Fisher Scholarship Fund at Palm Health Foundation to encourage individuals to enter and advance in the mental and behavioral health professions fields. She also praised the foundation for stewarding philanthropic donations toward funding significant research and brain health advancements. “I am grateful for the opportunity to work alongside Palm Health Foundation in propelling Palm Beach County toward being a national leader in the brain health field,” she said.
Guests included: Dusty and Joyce Sang, Margaret Donnelly, Earnie Ellison, Chris Siegrist, Margie Betton, Beth Elgort, Michael Dolce, Maggie Gill, Jessica Merrell, Jill Merrell, Clovis Moodie, Allan and Jill Shore, LeeAnne Stiles Nicholson LaBanz and Joe LaBanz, Anna Ewing and John Capotosto, Lisa Williams-Taylor, Senator Gayle Harrell, Representative David Silvers, Palm Beach County Mayor Robert Weinroth and his wife Pamela, Vice Mayor Gregg Weiss, Commissioner Maria Marino, and Palm Health Foundation trustees David Wisehaupt (chair), Dr. Alina Alonso, Greg Quattlebaum, Denise Bober, Barbara James, Nat Nason and Stephen Zaloom.
About Palm Health Foundation Palm Health Foundation is Palm Beach County’s community foundation for health. With the support of donors and a focus on results, the foundation builds strong community partnerships, respects diverse opinions, advocates for its most vulnerable neighbors and inspires innovative solutions to lead change for better health now and for generations to come. The foundation supports health equity for Palm Beach County residents of all backgrounds, heritage, education, incomes and states of well-being. Palm Health Foundation has invested more than $89 million in Palm Beach County health since 2001. For more information about Palm Health Foundation, visit palmhealthfoundation.org or call (561) 833-6333.
The Wellington Art Society (WAS) presented two new art exhibitions: “Love 4 Art” and “Dazzle”. The opening reception took place on Tuesday, April 26, 2022, from 5:00-7:00 pm. “Dazzle” was at Wellington City Hall and “Love 4 Art” was at the Wellington Community Center. It was a great opportunity to meet the artists and vote for your favorite artwork. Other attractions included door prizes, refreshments and a live demo by acrylic artist, Heather Bergstrom. All artwork hanging in the exhibitions is for sale and a portion of the proceeds goes toward WAS Scholarship and Outreach Programs.
For more information about the exhibitions, please visit the Wellington Art Society’s website at www.wellingtonartsociety.org. To arrange the purchase of artwork hanging in the exhibitions, please email presidentofwas@gmail.com.
Mother’s Day is fast approaching, and Briana D’Andrea breaks down her top 7 gifts to snag for yourself or your favorite woman in your life!
From the Dyson hair dryer to Bogg Bags, Nikes, shades, Lilly Pulitzer and clean beauty, these are my top 7 gifts for mamas!
Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer: This hair dryer is the mother of all dryers! I have a TON of hair and it has cut my style time down in half! I’m talking 40 to 20 minutes out the door! The best part? It’s light weight and comes with a variety of add-ons to help curl, minimize frizz and so much more. No more going through blow dryers all the time. Dyson makes pretty great vacuums, so it only makes sense that they’re killing the blow dryer game! Hurry, because these sell out pretty quickly!
Beautycounter’s Flawless in 5: Nothing says I love you like #cleanbeauty! Flawless in 5 takes you from drab to fab in just 5 short minutes! It includes your choice of a foundation (with or without spf), eyebrow pencil or gel, volumizing mascara, refillable creme blush and lip gloss. All of the shades are customizable to you and your skin tone. Need help? Just message me and I’d be happy to guide you in the right direction! New clients receive 30% off with the code “CLEANFORALL30” through the end of April. Shop now at Beautycounter.com/brianadandrea.
You know I’m a #lillypulitzer gal and I just can’t get enough of the the new 2 piece Rosalie Skirt Set. The dainty shoulder ties and the periwinkle color is just so darling and the perfect Mother’s Day outfit. Nothing says Happy Mother’s Day like a floral Lilly set.
Meet your new best friend: The Bogg Bag! This waterproof, functional bucket bag is waterproof and perfect for that beach or boat day! It comes with a variety of inserts and clip ons for you to mix and match for tip top organization! The best part? It comes in a variety of fashion forward styles. I of course chose the Palm Tree print, the leopard comes in a close second!
It’s time to set those feet in motion and hit the pavement in my favorite Nike sneaks! The Metcon 6 Nikes allow your feet to get the oxygen they need to move at lightening speed! In the most breathable design yet, limit pressure and increases stability! Plus the variety of colors are fun!
Get them hater blockers out! Diff Eyewear is a company with a purpose and their shade styles are quite the fashion forward piece! I opted for the “Vania.” Black and classic yet with a statement, these shades are the perfect “mom”-cessory. More than 2.7 million people have received eye care thanks to Diff’s program, “Gift of Sight.” Each purchase helps someone in need to see a bit clearer. Now if that isn’t a reason to sport these, I don’t know what is. #giveback
With summer just around the bend or maybe a Mother’s Day getaway, Beautycounter’s Countertime travel kit is the gift you never knew you needed! It comes with the most adorable little mesh (TSA approved) bag and 5 products designed to keep your youth even while on the go. Featuring Countertime Anti-Aging Lipid Defense Cleansing Oil, Mineral Boost Hydrating Essence, Tripeptide Radiance Serum, Antioxident Soft Cream and Tetrapeptide Supreme Cream, the perfect recipe to minimize fine lines and wrinkles! What could be better?
WELLINGTON, FL. – It was a beautiful day filled with excitement and compassion while supporting a great cause at the 2022 Lefty Classic Charity Golf Tournament at the Wanderers Club in Wellington, Florida on April 23rd.
Family, friends, and sponsors came together to celebrate the life of Steve Silverstein, who passed away from lung cancer in 2018, and to raise awareness and funds for the Kids Cancer Foundation of South Florida.
A full field of 96 participants gathered to compete in the 4th round of the Lefty Classic. They started their Saturday off by enjoying the beautiful weather followed by 18 holes of golf. Food and drinks were provided throughout the day as a friendly, yet competitive round of golf took place for a good cause. As the fundraising amount is being finalized, they anticipate that they will exceed last year’s $75,000.
“I feel very proud to see the event grow and with that, we continue to surpass our fundraising goals from each prior year,” said Dan Silverstein, the son of Steve Silverstein.
Dan Silverstein and Todd Barron
Founded in 2019 by Dan and Taryn Silverstein, in honor of Dan’s father, Steve Silvertein, The Lefty Classic has continued to grow in popularity and impact by raising funds to support the Kids Cancer Foundation of South Florida’s mission of providing hope and support to local children and families battling childhood cancer and/or blood disorders. They seek to accomplish this by providing compassionate, easily accessible, supportive care services.
Elliott Ellis and Kevin Shapiro
“The goal for future years is simple: raise as much money as we can for the Kids Cancer Foundation while having a great time with our dear friends and family,” stated Dan Silverstein when asked about his long-term goals for the event.
The event was supported by friends and families including The Dobbs Family, Ellen & Steve Shaprio, Sue & Wally Robers, The Dymkowski Family, Brian & Jamie Olson, Ronnie and Susan Pertnoy, Stephanie & Omar Idilby, and the Rist family, as well as several corporate sponsors including Haircuts, Ltd., Spearhead Capital Advisors, Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Disorders of South Florida, Sound Connections of South Florida, Stream Capital Partners, Whole Health Psychological Center, Beebe Armstrong, Gastroenterology Associates of South Florida, Maria Raspanti with Keller Williams Luxury International, Gil Martinez State Farm, Star Liquors, and Frankly Organic Vodka.
Winning team- Robbie Swick, Kevin Steakin, Conor Martling, Dan Silverstein, Adam Dolbow attending the 2022 Lefty Classic.
The tournament was followed by a silent auction and award ceremony where the winning team, Team Swick, was announced. Team Swick consisted of players Robbie Swick, Adam Dolbow, Kevin Steakin, and Conor Martling.
“I am once again blown away by the love and energy that Dan puts into this event in memory of his late father. Steve would’ve been so proud of Dan and so happy to know how many families are supported in his honor,” exclaimed Taryn Silverstein after another successful event. The Silversteins are already looking forward to the 2023 Lefty Classic and hope to continue to carry on Steve’s legacy through gathering with friends, family, and supporters to benefit great causes such as the Kids Cancer Foundation.
For additional information on the event or ways you can get involved in future events, please visit https://www.leftyclassic.com.
