Page 16 - Lifestyles in Palm Beach Gardens- July '24

Page 16, Lifestyles in Palm Beach Gardens
Commissioner’s Update

Tips To Beat The Heat In Stay cool. Avoid direct sunlight and long exposure Beach, North County Aquatic Complex in Jupiter, Pioneer
Park Aquatic Center in Belle Glade, and Santaluces Aquatic
to the sun. Spend time in air-conditioned environments.
Palm Beach County If you do not have access to air conditioning, consider Center in Lantana. More information regarding hours open
visiting public buildings or public spaces with shade. to the public and admission fees can be found at: https://
By Vice Mayor Maria G. Wear lightweight, loose-fitting, and light-colored clothing discover.pbcgov.org/parks/Aquatics/Pools.aspx.
Marino to help your body regulate its temperature. Protect your Palm Beach County also offers three splashparks with
As Palm Beach County head and face with a wide-brimmed hat and use sunscreen free admittance, located throughout the county: Glades
grapples with record-breaking to prevent sunburn. Minimize outdoor activities during Pioneer Park, John Prince Park and Westgate Park. Each
temperatures, residents and the hottest parts of the day. If you must be outside, take park offers multiple water features and more information
visitors alike are seeking frequent breaks in shaded areas and avoid strenuous can be found at: https://discover.pbcgov.org/parks/
effective strategies to stay physical exertion. Aquatics/Splashparks.aspx.
cool and safe. Check on vulnerable individuals. Keep an eye Don’t forget that the Palm Beach County Libraries are
Multiple times this year, on elderly neighbors, young children, and individuals a great place to stay out of the heat while enjoying a great
The National Weather with pre-existing health conditions, as they are more book to read. There are currently 17 branches open in the
Service has issued heat susceptible to heat-related illnesses. Ensure they have county and more information can be found at: https://
advisories forecasting high access to a cool environment and sufficient hydration. pbclibrary.bibliocommons.com/v2/locations.
temperatures and humidity that pose health risks and Never leave children, vulnerable individuals, or pets By following these tips, residents of Palm Beach
has urged residents to take necessary precautions and unattended in a vehicle. Temperatures inside a parked County can better manage the challenges posed by record-
follow safety measures. With temperatures soaring and car can rise rapidly, even with the windows slightly open, breaking temperatures. Remember, staying cool is not just
heat indexes reaching dangerous levels, it is important to and can be life- threatening. about comfort – it’s also about health and safety. Take
prioritize the well-being of individuals and communities. Residents of Palm Beach County are not strangers to care of yourself and others and enjoy the summer while
The Florida Department of Health in Palm Beach County our hot summers and even when our area is not under a keeping the heat at bay.
recommends the following safety measures to minimize the heat advisory, we are always looking for ways to keep Be well and be prepared. If I can assist you, please
risk of heat-related illnesses and emergencies: cool. The Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation contact me at (561) 355-2201 or by email at mmarino@
Stay hydrated. Hydration is key to maintaining your Department provides various amenities to cool off while pbc.gov. For more information on how to prepare for
health during extreme heat. Drink plenty of water and enjoying time outside. extreme heat, please visit: https://community.fema.gov/
avoid excessive consumption of caffeine or alcohol, as Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation maintains six ProtectiveActions/s/article/Extreme-Heat.
they can lead to dehydration. Access to additional fluids pools that are open to the public: Aqua Crest Pool in Delray
that contain electrolytes are recommended when working Beach, Gleneagles County Club Aquatic Center in Lake
out in the heat for more than two hours. Worth, Lake Lytal Family Aquatic Center in West Palm
Dye Preserve

Well Represented At This Year’s PGA Championship

The Dye Preserve was perhaps the most-represented “Good players want to practice with other good players, The Dye Preserve already would have had a PGA
club in the United States at the recent PGA Championship. because it makes everyone better,” said longtime Jupiter champion had member Mito Pereira not double-bogeyed
Amazingly, eight members from the private club in Jupiter resident Daniel Berger, who joined the Dye Preserve when he the 72nd hole at the 2022 PGA at Southern Hills, missing a
qualified for the year’s second major championship. That’s was 13 and has encouraged many of his fellow professionals playoff by a shot. But there will be more opportunities for
more than 5 percent of the field at Valhalla Golf Club. to become members. “What most of us love about Dye Dye Preserve members to win a major.
A Dye Preserve member didn’t get a chance to lift the Preserve is it’s all about the golf.”
Wanamaker Trophy that goes to the winner, but they had a
very respectable showing.
Dean Burmester was in contention on Saturday before
finishing tied for 12th, a position he shared with fellow Dye Experience Dentistry
Preserve member Alex Noren. Corey Connors tied for 26th,
and Joaquin Niemann was T39.
Pavon and Pendrith qualified for the PGA by winning PGA
Tour events this year, two of them in record fashion. Pavon
prevailed at the Farmers Insurance Open in late January to with a
become the first Frenchman to win on the PGA Tour in more
than a century and Pendrith was the first Canadian to win the
CJ Cup Byron Nelson.
The success of the Dye Preserve members also has
been evident on LIV Golf Tour and the DP European Tour.
Niemann has won twice this year on the LIV Golf circuit and Woman’s Touch
also captured the Australian Open last December, earning him
special exemptions into the Masters and PGA Championship.
Burmester won a pair of DP European Tour titles late last
year and followed that up with a playoff win over Sergio
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“We are very proud of what our professional members
have accomplished, including qualifying for the PGA,” said
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like to think the high quality of our Pete Dye-designed course
and the practice facilities have played a role in their success.”
Many of the Dye Preserve’s professionals say they joined
the club in large part because of the course, which was Joanne Green, D.D.S.
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