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Annual “Chef Showdown” Competition Dinner from page 1

A member of the American Culinary Federation, Inc. The evening begins with a fun and delectable cocktail and Broward Counties during their greatest time of need. The
(ACF), Joseph Leonardi holds a bachelor’s degree in hour featuring signature hors d’oeuvres from each of the Foundation ensures that all patients and their families have
Culinary Arts and a master’s degree in Applied Teaching participating clubs, specialty cocktails and a silent auction. access to the highest level of hospice or palliative services
from Johnson & Wales University. An avid competitor, The evening progresses to the main ballroom where the so they can live with comfort and dignity, regardless of their
Leonardi has amassed numerous awards at the regional, competition is filmed live. Guests enjoy viewing the ability to pay.
national and international levels. He was inducted into competition, then get to taste each of the chefs’ creations. Through the generosity of our community the Foundation
the American Academy of Chefs in 2020 after having The winning Clubs and Chefs in the Chef Showdown’s can provide the highest level of physical, emotional and
earned in 2017 the prestigious title of Certified Master history were: spiritual comfort to patients who are confronting advanced
Chef (CMC), the ACF’s highest and most demanding level 2023: St. Andrews Country Club, Chef Joseph Leonardi; illness and end of life. Essential programs, many of which
of achievement in the culinary industry elevating him to 2020: Broken Sound Club, Chef Joe Longo; are not covered by insurance, include charitable care, music
one of just 71 CMCs in the United States and the only 2015: Royal Palm Yacht and Country Club, Chef James therapy, pet therapy, physician fellowships, grief counseling
CMC in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts during his Dyer; and bereavement camps for children, as well as veterans’
time of tenure. At the ACF’s 2009 National Convention, 2014: Woodfield Country Club, Chef Bart Messing; honor programs. Last year alone, Trustbridge served over
Joseph was named the U.S.A.’s Chef of the Year™. Chef 2013: Addison Reserve Country Club, Chef Zach Bell; 12,000 patients.
Leonardi is also a past manager and team member of the 2012: Boca West County Club, Chef Roger Brock. The Boca Care Center, formerly known as Hospice by
ACF Culinary Team USA, the official team representing Tickets to attend the event at St. Andrews and enjoy the the Sea, has a rich history of service beginning in 1978 as
the United States in all international competitions. He chefs’ creations are $300 per person. The dinner begins at 6 a small nonprofit organization run purely by volunteers.
has won over 20 gold medals and numerous silver medals p.m. on November 14th. For tickets/sponsorship and more In 1989 it expanded to a 30-bed inpatient care center, and
during the past 15 years. information, contact Aubrey Fleming at afleming@tbfdn.org through the decades has continued to be the trusted source
In the competition each of the four chefs will create an or (561) 494-6894. of comfort to all in the community in need of support during
original dish using the same special ingredient and each Trustbridge Hospice Foundation, formerly Hospice life’s challenging times.
chef will have 30 minutes to cook his dish for the judges. of Palm Beach County Foundation and Hospice by the
A panel of local celebrity judges will determine the winner. Sea Foundation, is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that
The winning Club will then host the event in 2025. supports patients and their loved ones throughout Palm Beach Boca’s 7th Annual “Pumpkin Patch Festival”
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Boo-ca Boo Days Offers Family Fun from page 1 old (does not include access to carnival rides). All tickets
(including complimentary admission tickets for children
The Lab-Laser Engraved Bat House. Sunday, October be accompanied by a registered guardian. Guides lead you under three years old) must be purchased/secured in
20th, 11a.m.-12 p.m. Location: The Children’s Science on a nighttime stroll through the haunted hammock along advance at www.bocapumpkinpatch.com. Attendees must
Explorium at Sugar Sand Park. Ages: 5-12 with parent/ the boardwalk. Learn about nocturnal critters that creep and show proof of purchase at the gate via personal device
guardian. An innovative space designed for elementary crawl. This program is a little scary, with frights along the or print-out.
students and their parent/guardian to explore the exciting way. Cost: Resident: $12, Non-Resident: $15 For an additional cost, attendees can also enjoy
world of STEAM through hands-on activities and interactive Halloween Mixer. Sunday, October 27th, 9-11:30 picking the perfect pumpkin in the patch (prices vary
projects. Pre-registration is required. Cost: Resident: $10, a.m. The Swim & Racquet Center, 21626 St. Andrews based on size); decorating pumpkins at any table
Non-Resident: $12.50 Blvd. Ages: 18+ Round-robin style play where players throughout the festival with a specially curated Pumpkin
Halloween By the Sea. Sunday, October 20th, 4:30- will be teamed up day of event. Each round, players will Decorating Kit; and yummy offerings in the Pumpkin
5:30 p.m. or 5:45-6:45 p.m. (register for either time slot). be teamed up with a new player. Cost: Resident: $30, Food Court featuring savory and sweet pumpkin delights,
Registration required, begins October 1st. Location: Gumbo Non-Resident $37.50 as well as delicious fair food. Adults can also enjoy
Limbo Nature Center, 1801 N. Ocean Blvd. Ages: 2-6; Monster Mash. October 27th, 12-2 p.m. The Swim & pumpkin-inspired craft cocktails or a cold brew at the
minors must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Join at Racquet Center, 21626 Saint Andrews Blvd. Ages: Family. Pumpkin Beer Garden.
the Gumbo Limbo aquariums for outdoor crafts, games, a Are you ready for some spooky Halloween fun?! The The Ford Boca Pumpkin Patch Festival is a production
special Halloween ice cream treat, get a picture with Luna— Monster Mash will include a haunted house, face painting of Promo Moxie, Inc., organizers of the nationally
our sea turtle friend—and wear your coolest costume. Cost: and a pumpkin dive (5–13-year-olds only) where children recognized Coconut Grove Pumpkin Patch Festival,
Resident: $10, Non-Resident: $13 (parents are free!) collect pennies from the bottom of the pool and redeem lauded as one of the top 20 Best Fall Harvest Festivals
Spooky Tennis. Friday, October 25th, 5-7 p.m. The them for Halloween prizes! Cost: Free & Events by O, The Oprah Magazine, and #2 among the
Swim & Racquet Center, 21626 Saint Andrews Blvd. Ages: Embroider a Halloween-Themed Pumpkin, Bat or top 29 Best Fall Festivals & Fairs in the U.S. by Country
4 – 12. Come dressed up in costumes and enjoy playing Cat. Thursday, October 31st, 1 – 3 p.m. The Boca Raton Living. It was named the Best Fall Festival in the state of
tennis, followed by a delicious pizza party to end the night. Public Library – Downtown, 400 N.W. 2nd Ave. Ages: Florida by Travel+Leisure in 2017.
Cost: Resident: $30, Non-Resident: $37.50 Adults. Learn some of the basics of embroidery to use in For more information visit www.bocapumpkinpatch.
Haunted Hammock. Saturday, October 26th, 7:30- daily life or for your small business while also creating com, as well as on Facebook, and follow on Instagram
10 p.m. (register for one of the 30-minute walks at 7:30, a beautiful Halloween decoration this year. Library card at @bocapumpkinpatch.
8, 8:30, 9, or 9:30 p.m.). Registration required, begins required for registration. Cost: Free
October 1st. Location: Gumbo Limbo Nature Center, 1801 For more information, registration, and details on the
N. Ocean Blvd. Ages: Adults and children 7+; minors must city’s Halloween festivities, visit Boo-ca Boo Days. Editor ............................................................................ Nils A. Shapiro

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