FC LIFE January 2023-Edited Copy

JANUARY 2023 edition Highlighting the news and events of D ecember 2022

Editor ’ s note: We apologize for the belatedness of this edition but wanted all the wonderful happenings of December , excluding the holiday happenings, to be included. Happy Healthy New Year to all our members, guests and staff.

Did you notice how different and special this year ’ s holiday lights were ? There were more trees lit up upon entering our complex and the leaves of the palms were lit this year. Also , did you ever wonder who is responsible for all this display ? Steve Thomson, Director of Landscaping, is responsible for the holiday lighting every year. He tells us that Bernie Polselli and h im start with the preparations in June prior to the lighting needs, they inventory, plan and design new areas to enhance the experience ; review, budget, place all orders for lighting and supplies, and for him , the stress of completing the lighting display. This year Steve was on target for lighting the holiday lights on Thanksgiving , but unfortunately they had the high winds from hurricane Ian that severely damaged many of the existing newly installed lighting on the royal palms on Tournament Drive that had to be redone. They have added a few more highlights to improve the lighting experience , especially at the front entrance. He's so proud of Bernie, him self , and his staff for the completion of this extremely difficult task , especially since all of their other duties must be continued without delay. I hope that the holiday lighting installation gives the residents of Frenchman ’ s the happy holiday feeling. By the way, Steve and his staff have done the holiday lighting for the past 12 years.

Thank you to Brad Daley and Tom Wozniak for these photos of the lights

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If you enjoyed the holiday lights , please mention it to the administrative staff.

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KATHY AZEEZ entered her two quilts to the Daytona Beach Quilt , February 22 to the 25th , and they were accepted which is an honor just to be able to show your work. ' I entered 2 quilts into the show, and they both got accepted. One is named “ Purple Passion ”, and the other is “ Log Cabin Rendezvous ”.

The purple quilt, “ Purple Passion ”, was machine pieced , a little appliqué, and free - motion machine quilted.

The yellow quilt ,‘ Log Cabin Rendezvous ”, was machine pieced, a little appliquéd, and I hired someone (Barbara Logulio) to machine quilt it on a long - arm machine, as it fits a king sized bed. I use d the computer program called “ Electric Quilt 8”, to help design them both. '

Each year at the Frenchman ’ s Creek Employees Annual Holiday Party, they all have to bring an unwrapped toy which is collected for “ Toys for Tots ” for the U.S. Marines. This year it was held on Monday, December 5th. Over 200 toys were collected and brought to the Town of Juno Beach for pick up by the U.S. Marines! Thank you Team Frenchman ’ s Creek! Pictured below fro m left to right are: Rebecca Smith, accounting , Pam Rudd, Director of Business Development, Luis,Rodriguez, Communication, Dellesa Kirk - Johnson, Human Resources Director , Candy Guo, Assistant Director of Finance, Caitlin Copeland - Rodriguez, Town Clerk, Deanna Usiadek, Director of Communications and Joseph Lobello, Town manager of Juno Beach.

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JAMIE DIAMOND WRITE S US:

Congratulations to the best new grandparents, MARLA KAUFMAN and KEN BEZOZO, and first - time great grandfather, BOB KAUFMAN, on welcoming Blake Juliette Diamond (L) and Olivia James Selarnick R) to the family! First grandchild Olivia James was born on July 29, 2022 in New York City. She is the daughter of Dana Bezozo Selarnick

and Alexander Selarnick (32) who live in Philadelphia with their dog Luna. Five days after Olivia's arrival, Blake Juliette was born on August 3rd, 2022 in Santa Monica, California. She is the daughter of Jamie Bezozo Diamond and Joshua Diamond (37) who live in Los Angeles with their dog Hudson. Best friends and cousins Blake and Olivia met each other and their two - year - old cousin, Abey Benziane, over Thanksgiving at Frenchman's Creek, a sentimental place for their family. New moms Jamie and Dana - who are three years apart in age (and five days, just like their daughters!) -- grew up spending every Thanksgiving at Frenchman's Creek where they made the happiest memories at their grandparents' home - Bob and Jacqueline Kaufman - alongside their parents, aunts, uncles and cousins. The Bezozo family is thrilled to be continuing the tradition of making new memories with the next generation of children at Frenchmans!

RUTH and IRVING LEVINE are extremely excited and proud of their son, Michael Levine. He just received the International Opera Award of BEST OPERA DESIGNER OF THE YEAR. This is a world wide competition .

Please see the article about Ann Brown on page 15. It is a continuation of Up the Creek , but came in after this page was printed. Thank you.

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The first cabaret of the 2022 - 2023 season was held Monday, November 21, 2022 at the Beach Club. Co - chairs Barbara Field and Jeri Jacobs worked with Cindy (Beach Club manager) to change the format to heavy hors d ’ oeuvres and dessert, rather than the usual sit down dinner. Entertainment was provided by Steve Maglio, a big band and cabaret singer who specializes in songs sung by Frank Sinatra. Comments from several of the members were rave reviews. Steve gave us a great show and the food was selected based on what Frank Sinatra would have chosen. Chef Alex gave us a wonderful selection of small bites and a delicious dessert.

Steve was so well received everyone stayed till the very end of his performance and left singing.

The second Beach Club Cabaret event of the season was on Monday, December 12. Our featured performer was Chris Ruggerio who wowed the audience with his rendi tions of songs from the 1950's,60's,and 70's.The room was filled to capacity and Chris received a very well deserved standing ovation. Speaking to Chris after the show he said he loved the intimacy of the Cabaret setting and the enthusiasm of the audience. Hosting the event were Barbara Field and Jeri Jacobs, under the direction of Cindy, Beach Club Manager. Gina, T.K, and the entire staff did a magnificent job on the execution of the event. Chef Alex and his culinary team once again put their creative talents on display. The presentation and selection of food choices looked great and how delicious they were.

MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS NOW FOR Our next CABARET which is MONDAY, JANUARY 30th at the Beach Club , featuring Suzanne O Davis singing Carole King ’ s songs from her album, Tapestry, and other songs written by Carole and her husband, Gerry Goffin.

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Column by Lois Stern

Photography by Carol Smith

Hello from Alan Shapiro and Kimberly Allis. We have recently moved onto Verdun Drive- Alan from Rum son, New Jersey and Kim from Rye, New York. In addition to Alan’s two sons (Zachary, 16, and Jonah, 15) and Kim’s daughter and son (Chiara, 20, and Caleb, 19), there are three pooches hanging around the house. Coco Chanel is a 7 year old 4 pound long-haired Chihuahua smuggled out of Paris as a baby in a fancy handbag. Ricky Sanchez (aka The Fat Sausage) is the 5 year old 15 pound long-haired Chihuahua, who should probably weigh more like 8 pounds, but he seems to be enjoying the Florida lifestyle a bit too much. Lastly, Rocco Bear is the 2 year old 35 pound Mini American Shepherd who

likes to spend his days catching frisbees on the Jupiter dog beach. All of us, human and canine, are loving Frenchman’s so far and we greatly appreciate the warm wel come from everyone here.

Save the Date: Tuesday ,February 28 at the Pavilion

An Evening with Barbra Streisand

Barbra Streisand is one of the few entertainers who have been awarded an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony Award. She is famous not only for her rare gifts but also for her drive, perfectionism and strong opinions on art, politics and how to make this a better world. Music connoisseur NED DORMAN is looking forward to returning to Frenchman ’ s Creek and using a series of video clips, will share the story of one of the greatest popular singers of all times.

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The Homefront column is designed to inform our members where in the community our new residents are living and other residences they may have. It also keeps up with our present members who have stayed in the community but moved to new dwellings.

Of course we always wish our members who are moving out of the community good luck wherever their travels take them and our new members and established members good luck in their new address.

RONI and STUART DOPPELT purchased Leslie Westreich ’ s home on Marseille Drive. They will be full time residents. Stuart is Presi dent/ Owner of HT Stuart Jewelry in Palm Beach and, gentlemen, sports a 7 golf handi cap! Roni is a Real Estate Investor and has a handi cap of 26.

IRVING ROTHMAN and DR. JENNIFER KIM bought Sue Sternberg ’ s home on Rivoli Drive. They also reside i n Madison, New J ersey and West Hampton Beach, New York. Irving is CEO/President of HPE Financial Services Corp. Jennifer is a dermatologist and enjoys golf, but not an enthusiast, mah jong, travel and theater.

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The Homefront column is designed to inform our members where in the community our new residents are living and other residences they may have. It also keeps up with our present members who have stayed in the community but moved to new dwellings.

Of course we always wish our members who are moving out of the community good luck wherever their travels take them and our new members and established members good luck in their new address.

MICHELE and DR. RICHARD GREENFIELD purchased Sunny Lehrhoff ’ s home on Verdun Drive. They also reside in Old Westbury, New York. Richard is a dentist who owns his own practice. He sports a 13 golf handicap, and also enjoys tennis tournaments. He is on the greens committee of his country club, Glen Oaks. Michele, ladies, has a handicap of 6, a nd in ad dition to golf, plays cards, pickleball and enjoys decorating.

Save the Date: Tuesday,February 28 at the Pavilion

An Evening with Barbara Streisand

Barbara Streisand is one of the few entertainers who have been awarded an Emmy,Grammy,Oscar and Tony Award. She is famous not only for her rare gifts but also for her drive, perfectionism and strong opinions on art, politics and how to make this a better world.

Music connoisseur Ned Dorman looks forward to returning to Frenchman ’ s Creek and using a series of video clips will share the story of one of the greatest popular singers of all times.

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ADAM ROSMARIN had his Hole - In - One on Number 9 of the

South Course on Saturday, November 26, 2022. It played at

165 yards.

MARK COOPER had a hole - in - one on Friday December 16, 2022. It was on number 13 of the North Course and played at 152 yards. Pictured with Mark are left to right, Norman Feinstein, Chuck Sonsteby, Mark and James Chow.

JEFFREY GROSSBERG had his hole - in - one on Sunday, December 11, 2022, on number 11 of the South Course. It played at 133 yards.

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JUST ANOTHER HOLE - IN - ONE

It seems easy for GIL

HOLLANDER and we congratu

late him on the SECOND HOLE IN - ONE two days later, Saturday,

November 19, 2022. It was on

number 11 of the South Course

and played at 145 yards. Pictured

with Gil are left to right, Norman

Feinberg, Gil, Dick, Adler and JR.

DICK ADLER had his hole - in one on Wednesday, November 23, 2022. It was on Number 5 of the South Course and played at 175 yards. Pictured with Dick from left to right are: Jim Anchin, Dick, Bill Glassman, Michael Drusinsky and JR.

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Ladies Field Day, November 13, 2022

FLIGHT ONE 1st place: Sandi Lamm, Robin Kimball Judith Konigsberg 2nd place: Cara Young, Barbara Sheldon Linda Rosenson, Barbara Field 3rd place: Lisete Siegel, Judy Holsten Sharon Rochlin FLIGHT 2 1st place: Sara Bernstein, Marcia Bloch Beth Fentin

Scramble 1st place:

Norma Lippman, Carol Pulver Sandra Bobb

Ladies Field Day November 29, 2022 Flight 1

Cara Young, Connie Forman Kathy Azeez, Andrea Finkel Susan Davis, Carol Abrams Ronnie Grebow, Marlene Grad Wendy Reisman, Lauren Rubin Judy Rubin, Joan Mopper Lois Kleinberg, Ellen Lattman, Joanne Mandell, Dee Topol Elena Ezratty, Barbara Sidel, Marjorie Yashar, Goldie Miller Mimi Bergel, Adrienne Glazov Barbara Ilsen, Elaine Sussman

Flight 2

Flight 3

2nd place:

Joan Anchin, Myna Homburger, Elena Ezratty, Susan Ludwig Evelyn Gutkin, Sandy Glassman Sheila Babich, Dee Topol

Flight 4

3rd place:

9 is Enough Flight 1

9 is Enough

Best Ball 1st place:

Joan Mopper, Goldie Miller Joan Schwartzman, Linda Klein Joan Parks, Linda Jacobs Mimi Bergel, Phyllis Hershman

Flight 2

2nd place:

LADIES ECLECTIC GOLF TOURNAMENT

The Ladies Eclectic Golf Tournament was played Tuesday , December 6th and Thursday, December 8 th , 2022. It was a two day partner event: the first day was better b a ll of the twosome and the second day was a Stableford format, where each player takes turns hitting their partner ’ s ball from tee to green. The winners are listed below . Congratulations to all.

FLIGHT 1 CYNTHIA KAPLAN and BARBARA FIELD FLIGHT 2 SHARON ROCHLIN and DOROTHY KOVEL FLGHT 3 PARVANEH BROMS and SUSAN LUDWIG

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Oh My MIMI BERGEL who writes this column had her name omitted from the article and that she was the correspondent. Our apologies MIMI, you are gracious.

The official opening tournament of the Frenchman's Creek Ladies Golf Association 2022 - 2023 season was held on Tuesday, November 1. Despite a slight rain storm just before the tournament, the weather was just beautiful. It was a lovely day for a very enjoyable event, in which 136 ladies participated. The teams were divided into four groups, one playing on each nine. The format, as usual, was a nine - hole ABCD step - aside scramble, with everyone putting. After golf, the opening day luncheon was held at the Pavilion. Following a delicious soup, there was a wonderful, extensive buffet with so many choices from a salad bar and entrees, and ending with a luscious variety of desserts. Chef Ernesto and our super food and beverage staff provided a great meal. Special thanks to Martina and David for the wonderful luncheon. At the end of the luncheon, the winning teams were announced and they are listed below. As usual, the golf staff did a super job of organizing the tournament and getting everyone off so smoothly. Thanks to Kim and JR as well as Chris, Will, Rocco and Todd and the rest of the staff. And special thanks go to Dottie Kovel and Bonnie Shyer for their planning and making all the arrangements for such a great and successful day, and to Sue Shaw and Carol West for making all the arrangements for the super luncheon.

WINNERS WERE:

SOUTH FRONT: AMY BAROVICK, BARBARA FIELD, TERRY CAPAZZI, JOAN SCLAR

SOUTH BACK: MARNIE GROSSBERG, BARBARA SIDEL, SUE STERNBERG, HINDI FRIEDMAN

NORTH FRONT:

WENDI ADLER, ELENA EZRATTY, JUDY GOLDSMITH, PATTY RABER

NORTH BACK:

JUDY KONIGSBERG, KAREN ROSENBAUM, WENDY REISMAN,

MIMI BERGEL

Mimi Bergel

Editor note:

Again we apologize for the belatedness of this edition, but we wanted to include as many holiday happenings we re ceived to print. Because of limited space on the page, we have pictured the hap py NEW YEAR ’ S EVE FAMILY AFFAIR and have the elegant ADULT AFFAIR saved for the back page to end the Holiday season as the holiday lights began it.

To all:

A VERY HAPPY HEALTHY NEW YEAR .

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Although the weather was inclement , the Volunteer Match Program was able to collect a full car of food for The Food Bank. Thank you to all our members who helped. Pictured are photos from our Volunteer Match Program donation of food from our members that we delivered to the Palm Beach County Food Bank. -- Dec 17th, 2022. Roz Nissman is putting one last item in the car. Andrea Finkel, Marie Kravecas and Nancy Berkley helped collected the food from our members as they drove up to the POA. Nancy and Peter Berkley drove the food down to the Palm Beach County Food Bank where it was collected by the Food Bank workers. Thanks to all of our members for their contributions. The Volunteer Match Program usually has another food drive for the Food Bank in the spring. We thank Andrea Finkel and Nancy Berkley for this article.

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In the news:

ANN BROWN knew she was going to be interviewed by the Palm Beach Post because of friend ship of over 30 years, but never expected to be on the FRONT PAGE let alone the the Christmas

edition. The Post learned about Ann ’ s and Nancy

Hart ’ s unusual friendship of 30 years and wanted to

Impart In this day and age if political volatility, that

an ardent Democrat and an ardent Republican can

be best of friends. Ann mentions in the article and

seconded by Nancy that they can discuss politics in

a civilized manner. This is because they have a

mutual respect of each other ’ s thoughts, the same

common interests and of course share and

discuss more than politics. As they discuss

the topics of today, immigration, abortion, or

presidential politics, they agree on nothing but

never let their philosophies and beliefs get in the way of their friendship . They respect each other ’ s thinking and then … get onto the real subject — What are we going to order for dinner!

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ALL ENTERED UNDER A BEAUTIFUL BALLOON ARBOR TO AN ELEGANT ROOM SETTING.

A happy way to end 2022 and welcome 2023. Pictures do not do the room justice and what a transformation from the family affair in only 2 hours.

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