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Abacoa Golf Club Marks

A Milestone 25th Anniversary

As Hurricane Milton looms off the coast of Florida, Over the past For new residents
history seems to be repeating itself. Exactly 25 years ago 25 years, Abacoa and visitors, Abacoa
this month, Hurricane Irene made landfall, just as Abacoa Golf Club has Golf Club is a public
Golf Club was opening its doors to the Abacoa community been a cornerstone course offering lunch
and the public. Today, we celebrate not only the club’s for local events, daily from 11 a.m. to
quarter-century legacy but also its deep-rooted connection from annual 3 p.m. The clubhouse
to the community it proudly serves. POA meetings to is also available for
Founded by Robbie Dew and the late Carl Sawyer, weddings, golf private functions.
who journeyed from Atlanta with a shared passion for tournaments, For inquiries,
golf, Abacoa Golf Club was born with a vision to create a school activities, and personal celebrations. Every please contact event
private club experience open to the public. Together, they employee lives in the area, fostering strong ties to the coordinator Brooke
established “Golf First, LLC” and brought their dream to community and contributing to the club’s welcoming Sweetser at (561)
life, naming the course Abacoa Golf Club. atmosphere. 622-0036, Ext.
In 2012, ownership transitioned, with Robbie Dew The club’s growth and commitment to excellence 312, Email: info@
welcoming Larry Morassutti and Rob Young as new have been underscored by significant enhancements, most abacoagulfclub.com.
partners, and the company was renamed AGC Acquisitions, notably a $3 million renovation of both the golf course As we celebrate 25 years of service, community, and
LLC. Under this leadership, the club has continued to and clubhouse. “Our goal is to ensure the golf course and growth, Abacoa Golf Club remains dedicated to providing
flourish, embracing its integral role within the Abacoa, clubhouse continue to enhance the beauty of the Abacoa a premier golf experience while honoring the pride and
Jupiter, and Palm Beach Gardens communities. community,” said co-owner Rob Young. resilience of the Abacoa community.
Twilight Golf League Completes 17th Season

The Twilight Golf League at the Abacoa Golf Club Patterson and Dave Carden at four-under par. Placing third at Nicklaus Flight, placing first was Team 16 consisting of
completed its 17th season with a 9-hole scramble tournament three-under was the team of Keith Lorigan, Dean Carter, Greg Mark Patterson and Rob Holden. Taking second was Team
in September. Green and Art Rountree. Long drive went to Jeff Rusthoven 18 comprised of Greg and Cory Green.
Winning the nine-team event, played under blustery with a 300-yard drive downwind on the second hole. Closest The Twilight Golf League is comprised of 24 two-person
conditions in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, were Steve to the pin honors went to Vince Chillemi at 4-feet on 4 and teams and plays a 16-week schedule on Thursday evening at
Dellapina, Kevin Webb, Bret Norberto and Bruce Bain. They Keith Lorigan at 14-feet on 8. the Abacoa Golf Club from May through August. The league
shot a fantastic five under par 31, while battling 30-mile- In league playing news, taking first in the Palmer Flight will resume play in May 2025.
an-hour wind gusts and intermittent driving rain. Finishing were Phil Doe and Steve Karlik on Team 3. Runners up For more on the Twilight Golf League, visit its website
second was the team of Vince Chillemi, Mike Nardone, Mark were Bret Norberto and Keith Lorigan from Team 8. In the at https://twilightgolfleague.us/.

GC Jeff Rusthoven (l-r) long GC Palmer Flight runners GC Nicklaus Flight winners GC Keith Lorigan closest to GC Palmer Flight winners GC Nicklaus Flight runners
drive on 2 & Vince Chillemi up (l-r) Keith Lorigan & Bret (l-r) Rob Holden & Mark pin on 8th hole (l-r) Phil Doe & Steve Karlik up (l-r) Greg & Cory Green
closest to pin on 4 Norberto Patterson

Government

Commissioner’s Update

Palm Beach County centers are a valuable resource providing essential support Getting started at one of Palm Beach County’s senior
Senior Centers: A Hub Of services for residents over 60 years old looking to enrich their centers is a smooth and personalized experience. Simply
lives while staying connected to the community they help build.
visit the senior center you are interested in to begin the
Resources And Community For as hubs for older adults and veterans. enrollment process. Whether you’re seeking meals, social
Palm Beach County operates three senior centers that serve
opportunities, or educational programs, visiting in person
Older Residents • North County Senior Center, 5217 Northlake Blvd., Palm allows you to see firsthand what’s available. When you
Beach Gardens, FL 33418, (561) 694-5435 arrive, you’ll meet with a staff member who will answer
By Vice Mayor • Mid County Senior Center, 3680 Lake Worth Road, Lake any questions you may have. They will provide a quick tour
Maria G. Marino Worth, FL 33461, (561) 357-7100 of the facility and explain the programs and events offered
Palm Beach County’s • West County Senior Center, 2916 State Road #15, Belle at the center.
senior centers are a community Glade, FL 33430, (561) 996-4808 To complete your registration, you will be asked to
focal point where active Palm Beach County offers an impressive selection of provide a photo I.D. and fill out a registration form. This
older persons socialize and programs designed to meet the diverse needs and interests of older form includes the senior center’s rules and a waiver that
participate in programs and adults. Whether you want to stay physically active, socialize with outlines the participation guidelines. Once the registration
activities which enhance their peers, or learn something new, there’s something for everyone. process is complete, you will receive a program schedule,
quality of life, support their Here’s a look at some of the resources available at various flyers for upcoming events, and the latest newsletter. A name
independence and encourage locations: daily meal programs, health education classes and tag will also be provided, which helps foster a friendly,
their involvement. With a resources, recreation programs, exercise programs, community community-oriented atmosphere among attendees.
simple enrollment process and outings, community partners meetings and lectures, and social
numerous activities to choose from, Palm Beach County senior programs including group games, billiards and special events. Commissioner’s Update on page 22