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Sunday, May 18, 2008 11am
Monday, May 19, 2008 7pm

Dudley Clendenin, author of "A Place Called Canterbury: Tales of the New Old Age in America" talks about this true story of life in his mother's assisted living facility in Tampa. It was both humorous and poignant; he researched it by staying there himself for over a year. He will do a talk and book signing at Border's Books in West Boca on Tuesday May 20 at 6:30pm.

Dr. Curtis Scott and Dr. Patricia Sherron discuss the T. Leroy Jefferson Medical Society, a non-profit set up by medical professionals to address the needs of African Americans in Palm Beach County. For more info , go to www.tljmedicalsociety.org.

Marianne Malky and Rev. Ken Williamson discuss Child abductions and a seminar today at Unity Church on Flagler Dr in West Palm Beach, for "Missing Children's Day"
Go to www.voiceofthechildren.com for more info.

Dr. Alan Pillersdorf, the president of the Palm Beach County Society of Plastic Surgeons discusses the questions people need to ask before getting surgery.

Steve Alten, local author of "The Shell Game" discusses its theme of terrorism. He is doing a booksigning at Barnes and Noble in Boynton Beach on Wed May 21 at 6pm.

Sunday, May 11, 2008 11am
Monday, May 12, 2008 7pm

Elizabeth Brown of Turtle Nest Village talks about this amazing program to help foster children who must leave foster care at 18, usually with no resources nor support system to help them get jobs, pay rent etc. For more info: 561-586-8520 or www.turtlenv.org.

Sherri Winston, lifestyle columnist for the Sun-Sentinel and single Mom of 2 adopted daughters talks about how they became a "family". She also wrote a book for 'tweens, called "The Kayla Chronicles" available through our Amazon books link below.

Michele Poole, President of ARC, and Chairwoman of National Center of Shaken Baby Syndrome, discuses how the latter occurs, and the challenges she faces since she adopted her twin grand daughters after one was shaken at 3 months. She and her husband now care for 13 year old Gabbi who has severe mental and physical impairments and her twin. For more info: www.arcpbc.org or 561-842-3213; www.dontshake.org or 561-315-2737.

Charles Bender, executive director of Place of Hope in Palm Beach Gardens, talks about their mission to foster children taken from their parents, often multiple siblings, and also help them get adopted. Judy Victory has been a Cottage Mom there, and adopted one of her fostered children, and still fosters many more. For more info: 561.775.7195 www.placeofhope.com

Sunday, May 4, 2008 11am
Monday, May 5, 2008 7pm

Major Joseph Bernadel + Diane Allerdyce of Toussaint L'Ouverture School in Delray talk about how they help address the challenges facing the mostly Haitian students at their unique school.

Deb Kreuger talks about the Resource Depot- a recycling center where teachers can pick up all kinds of craft and school items -for FREE. Email her at: resourcedepotdeb@gmail.com

Senator Bob Graham has developed the Graham Center to train the next generation of state leaders to confront issues vital to the interests of Florida and the nation.

Judith Levy local author of GRANDMOTHER REMEMBERS

Sunday, Apr 27, 2008 11am
Monday, Apr 28, 2008 7pm

Holocaust Remembrance Day special

Arthur Berger, of the U.S. Holocaust Museum in Washington DC -talks about the efforts to trace every victim via their International Tracing Service For more info call: 866-912-4385 or the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum at 202-488-0400

Richard Weilheimer is a Holocasut survivor and Author of "Be Happy, Be Free, Dance" - 561- 997-6355

� Nancy Dershaw, President of Next Generations, alocal group which wants children to learn fromelders who went through the holocast. For more info, call 561-862 5898

� Robert Alrod, LEAH - (561) 393-9717

� Maureen Marullo and Eileen Shapiro: Teachers Teaching Holocaust Studies/Facing History
Palm Beach County Schools
Department of Multicultural Education. For more info: marumel@palmbeach.k12.fl.us
561-434-7426

Sunday, Apr 20, 2008 11am
Monday, Apr 21, 2008 7pm

Clive Pinnock of Okeeheelee Nature Center on Forest Hill Blvd. talks about this beautiful park in the middle of West Palm Beach. For more info, go to: http://www.pbcgov.com/parks/locations/okeeheelee.htm or call (561) 233-1400

Ted + Trudy Winsberg, long time owners of a farm west of Boynton Beach talk about their life over the past 4 decades. They donated the property that is now Green Cay Nature Center on Hagen Ranch Road. For more info on the preserve, call 561-966-7000 or go to http://www.pbcgov.com/waterutilities/waterfacts/green_cay.htm

Martin Morse talks about Jonathan Dickenson State Park in Jupiter ; its canoe trails and history, and its new Education center. For more info: Call 772-546-2771 or go to http://www.floridastateparks.org/jonathandickinson/

Kelli Kirchofer of Daggerwing Nature Center in South County Regional Park west of 441 near Glades Rd. has recently expanded and is celebrating Earth Day on Sat Apr 26. For more info, go to:
www.pbcparks.com/nature or call
(561) 629-8767

Sunday, Apr 13, 2008 11am
Monday, Apr 14, 2008 7pm

A special forum on Alzheimer's and dementia and how it affects the caregivers and our community.
Featuring:
Dr. Denise Sparks and Barbara Curtis of the FAU Memory and Wellness Center 561-297-0502 or
www.fau.edu/memorywellnesscenter
Mary Barnes: Alzheimer's Community Care of West Palm Beach 561 683-2700 or www.alzcare.org
David Levy of Family Caregiver Advocacy Group: 561-482-0086 or call Mae Volen Center at 561-395-8920.
Ellen Brown of Alzheimer�s Association Southeast Florida Chapterwww.alz.org/seflorida/
CALL 24/7: 800.272.3900

Sunday, Apr 6, 2008 11am
Monday, Apr 7, 2008 7pm

David Geliebter, author and photographer of "Underbelly: The Palm Beach No One Talks About", a thought provoking "coffee-table" style book, talks about its sensitive subject: homelessness in our community. For more info or to see what you can do, go to www.underbelly-thebook.com.

Marti Forman of the Cooperative Feeding program in Broward County talks about the increased need to address the homeless and hunger problems in our community. Go to www.feedingbroward.org for more info.

Claudia Kirk Barto Executive Director of the local Cystic Fibrosis Foundation talks about the many "Great Strides" fundraisers taking place throughout our area. Joining her is Jack Fiedor, President of this local chapter, who has a 13 year old daughter with CF. For more info about the disease or these fundraisers, go to: 800.FIGHT CF or www.cff.org

Sunday, Mar 30, 2008 11am
Monday, Mar 31, 2008 7pm

John Carr and Judy LaRose of the Broward County SPCA WILDLIFE CARE CENTER discuss their facility and the WALK FOR WILDLIFE with JEFF CORWIN on April 19. For info on the center or to particpate in the walk, call 954-524-7154 or visit www.wildlifecarecenter.org.

Cantor Stephanie Shore and Rabbi of Congregation B�nai Israel In Boca Raton discuss �Judaism Next!� a free musical extravaganza on Saturday April 5, at Olympic Heights High School at 7:30PM. For more info, call 561.241.8118 ext 106.

Joe Hansen of the Greater Palm Beach Area Chapter of the Red Cross, and Steve Bayer, long time Red Cross Disaster Action Team volunteer discuss local efforts and a "Heroes" fund-raiser. For more info on either call: 561-833-7711 or visit www.redcross-pbc.org

Donna Gephart, a Jupiter Mom discusses her book for "tweens" : AS IF BEING 12 � ISN�T BAD ENOUGH, MY MOTHER IS RUNNING FOR PRESIDENT!

Sunday, Mar 23, 2008 11am
Monday, Mar 24, 2008 7pm

Read Together Special

Kathleen Hensman moderator of Delray Beach Library Book Clubs leads a discussion of the Palm Beach County Read Together selection: The Memory Keeper's Daughter by Kim Edwards. Other panelists: WXEL Volunteer Marjorie Most, Florida Forum host Ann Bocock and Jeff Morgan, chair of the English Dept. of Lynn University.

David Fleischer, Lynn University assistant professor of English + Theater, and Jeff Morgan (see above) announce three Book Clinic Events from March 21-23. For info about these events- all open to the public, go to www.lynn.edu or call 561-237-7212. Our next guest is their host at some of htese events!.

Maureen Corrigan, book reviewer for NPR's Fresh Air, will be a scholar-in-residence for the above mentioned Lynn University events.
She also wrote a book:"Leave Me Alone, I'm Reading" which many of us can relate to!

Sunday, Mar 16,2008 11am
Monday, Mar 17, 2008 7pm

Chief Delsa Bush, head of the West Palm Beach Police Department talks about her impressive career and the causes of crime in our communities and how to address the problem on a societal, as well as a public safety, perspective.

David Levy, President of Family Caregiver Advocacy Group talks about how to approach senior loved ones who are slowly losing their abilities; how to initiate talk on difficult subjects, like: "Taking the Keys Away". To attend his seminars, call Mae Volen Center at
561-395-8920 for more info.

Brandy Upright, Director of Marketing for the American Orchid Society in Delray Beach talks about thie lovely facility and greenhouses, and announces 2 unique evetns coming up: Wine and Jazz in the Botanical Garden on Thursday March 20 and April 17 from 5:30-7:30pm. Call 561-404-2011 or go to www.aos.org for more info.

Rod Lerner and Paula Anderson are interviewed by Linda Carr about an amazing camp for children who are trying to recover after the death of a loved one. "Camp Good Grief" is operated by Hospice By The Sea in Boca Raton. Call (561) 416-5099 or go to www.hospicebytheseafl.org

Sunday, Mar 9,2008 11am
Monday, Mar10, 2008 7pm

Jim Barry, spokesperson for the Consumer Electronics Association, talks about the Digital Telelvision Transition soming up in one year on Feb 17, 2009. For more info go to www.ce.org.

Tana Ebole and Kathy Adams of Palm Beach County Children's Services Council talk about the work they do to promote preventive care for young children.
374-7608 or go to www.scspbc.org

Byron Pitts, BBS News jounalist talks abouthis career, but can't talk about the reason he will be the guest speaker at the upcoming Literacy Coalition Annual Luncheon. Go to www.pbcliteracy.org for more information.

Sunday, Mar 2,2008 11am
Monday, Mar 3,2008 7pm

Beverley Blanchette talks about the Dreyfoos School performance of West Side story as Craig Aimes accompanies its teen stars: Daniel Kopystanski and Lindsay Spangenthal.

Pam Cahoon talks about CROS, a local group that provides food for those in need in at their Caring Kitchen in Delray. Tom Pizzi talks about their upcoming fundraiser: A Magical Evening of Music on March 6 in Delray. We also hear an original piece composed and played by a talented 15 year old, Marcus Comiter. For more info, call 561-233-9009 or
go to www.crosministries.org.

Doris Kearns Goodwin is interviewed about her stellar career as an author, political historian and expert in all things presidential - or baseball! SHe will be speaking at the Festival of the Arts Boca Friday March 7 at 7:30pm. For more info go to: www.festivaloftheartsboca.org/ or call: 561.368.8445

Lad Jeanne Galway was interviewed about meeting and playing flute alongside her equally talented husband. They will both be playing with the Russian National Orchestra at Festival of the Arts Boca , on Wed Mar 12 at 7:30pm. See contact info noted above.

Sunday, Feb 24, 11am
Monday, Feb 25, 7pm

Kirt Rusenko, Marine Conservationist , and Diane Bilodeau of Gumbo Limobo Environmental Complex on A1A in Boca Raton, talk about Turtle Day on March 8 , 10am-4pm...and their "Just Say No to Sea Glow" program to encourage ocean side developments to dim lights during turtle nesting season. Go to www.gumbolimbo.org.

Christine Kling and Randy Rawls, both local mystery writers invite the public to "Sleuthfest"- an annual meeting of the Mystery Writers of America: Feb 28-Mar 2 in Deerfield Beach. Public is welcome to this event. Go to www.mwa-florida.org/sleuthfest for more info.

Gary Nicolits, Palm Beach County Property Appraiser talks about the new changes in Tangible Personal Property Laws; business owners must register by April 1. Go to co.palm-beach.fl.us/papa

Rhonda Clinton, Easter Seals' Executive Director + Lydia Bartram, Director of Children's Programs, talk about their work for disabled children, including a Child Development Center which helps children with disabling conditions, in a preschool setting. Go to www.fl.easterseals.com or call 561-640-9521

Sunday, Feb 17, 11am
Monday, Feb 18, 7pm

Susan Gillis is a local author and historian who compiled photos and produced a fascinating book called:
"Historic Photos of Ft. Lauderdale".

Ann Patchett author of "Run" is also a big fan of opera diva Renee Fleming, subject of, and partner for her lecture at Festival of the Arts Boca on Sat March 15 at 4pm. Go to www.festivaloftheartsboca.org for info on the lecture.

Stan & Sandra Phillips-Posner wrote a comprehensive book called "Drive I-95" which notes every restaurant, lodging or site of interest at every exit from Maine to Florida. Go to www.drivei95.com for more info.

This segment airs only on Feb 18:
Kathleen Kennedy Townsend talks about her new book: "Failing America's Faithful" and her appearance at Festival of the Arts Boca on Saturday Mar 8 at 5pm.

Sunday, Feb 10, 11am
Monday, Feb 11, 7pm

PLEDGE SPECIAL
Each guest below has offered something related to their topic as a pledge thank you gift. If you'd like to pledge, please call 800-464-9935 and ask about a special gift mentioned during Florida Forum.

JOHN KLINGEL of the American Institute of Floral Designers in West Palm Beach discusses how ANYONE can decorate with flowers.
He is the author of "The Frugal Florist" a "do-it-yourself" flowers on a budget book. Go to www.frugalflorist.biz for more info.

JAMES O. BORN is an FDLE officer from Palm Beach county and author; his latest book is "Burn Zone". He is also the recipient of the Florida Book Award last year for "Field of Fire". Go to www.jamesoborn.com for more info about this interesting man- and supporter of WXEL.

KRIS CHARAMONDE and DOUG TELEPMAN talk about the upcoming
Palm Beach Jewelry Art + Antique Show. For more info about this spectacular museum piece level show, go to www.palmbeachshow.com

Sunday, Feb 3, 11am
Monday, Feb 4, 7pm

HELEN THOMAS, the "First Lady of the Press" will be speaking at Florida Atlantic University as part of the Alan B. Larkin Symposium on the American Presidency. Go to www.fauevents.com for more info.

BRUCE WIGO, President & CEO of Ft Laduerdale's historic International Swimming Hall of Fame talks about this fascinating venue and an upcoming talk by
LYNNE COX, a long distance open water swim champion & author of "Grayson"on Sun. Feb 17 Go to www.ISHOF.org or www.lynnecox.org for more info

ANDREW KATO, artistic director of Maltz Jupiter Theatre announces some interesting seminars called Free at Three. They include: Babette Brown, a ballroom dance champion speaking on Valentine's Day about her careeer and learning to dance
For more info, go to : www.jupitertheatre.org

IVAN BARON, tournament director of the upcoming International Tennis Championships Delray Beach talks about this event occuring on Feb 9 - 17. Go to www.atptennis.com for more info.

MARSHALL TURKIN, founder Boca Raton Symphonia discusses entertainment and music for children at Mizner Park in Boca Raton on Feb 16. Lu Wittenkeller, founder of a youth group, The New Young Patriots, talks about their part in Kids Day; the children recite the Preamble to the Constitution. Go to www.centre4artsboca.com for more info.

Sunday, Jan 27, 11am
Monday, Jan 28, 7pm

Darlene Kostrub, executive director of the Palm Beach Literacy Coalition talks about "Read Together 2008" If you'd like to learn more about the books- and help choose this year's selection, go to: www.pbcliteracy.org

Kevin Wagner, a political science professor at FAU and Tony Texera, FAU student government president talk about "Join It" - a Civic Engagement at FAU-to encourage college students to get involved in the election process with workshops, Presidential debates and mock debates
www.fau.edu

Marlo Belkin, executive director Milagro Center- a non-profit mentoring and teaching at risk children in Delray Beach
and Jerry Leeman, entertainment director Delray Beach Arts talk about how the children from Milagro Center are involved with the upcoming Delray Beach Garlic Fest. Go to www.milagrocenter.org or www.dbgarlicfest.com for more info.

Sunday, Jan 20, 11am
Monday, Jan 21 7pm

Dr. Arthur Anderson, Supervisor of Elections in Palm Beach County talks about the upcoming Presidential Primary Election
If you need info go to: www.pbcelections.org

Dr. Kenneth Osgood an Assistant Professor in FAU's History Dep't talks about FAU's efforts to educate students about the election via the mock debates and other election related events.
Go to www.FAU.edu/debates to find out about these events

Miles Coon, the founder and chairman of the Palm Beach Poetry Festival talks about this unique local event. Also interviewed was Lola Haskins, a Florida based poet.
For more info go to www.palmbeachpoetryfestival.org

Peter Marzilli, special events director at Cuillo Centre for the Arts talks about their many shows and events "Downtown at the Cuillo" including a partnership with the local school television network TEN called "Performing Arts on TV"
Vocalist Avery Sommers stars in this event, and sings "This Little Light of Mine" accompanied by Tom Pizzi on piano. Dr. Judy Garcia, general manager TV- T.E.N. (The Education Network) also explained the partnership. Go to www.
cuillocentre.com for more info.

Sunday, Jan 13, 11am
Monday, Jan 14 7pm

Pamela Goodman, President of the League of Women Voters Palm Beach County announces a Voters Hotline in partnership with WXEL. The hotline will take calls "live" from Wed Jan 16-Tues Jan 29 from 8:30am-7:30pm.
The LWV Voters Hotline is 561-276-4898...or go to their website at www.lwvpbc.org

Jake Ehrenreich talks about his straight from Off Broadway production and autobiographical comedy show: "A Jew Grows in Brooklyn" playing at Cuillo Centre for the Arts in West Palm Beach through Mar 30. Call 561-835-9226 or go to www.cuillocentre.com

Joe Gillie, Director of Old School Square in Delray Beach talks about past and upcoming entertainment at this historic downtown venue.
Go to www.oldschool.org or call 561-243-7922 for more info.

Dr Ra'anan Giffson of the Jewish National Fund talks about the peace process and complexities of life in Israel in lieu of increased terrorism in other parts of the Mid East. Go to www.jnf.org for more info.

Sunday, Jan 6, 11am
Monday, Jan 7, 7pm
Bill Hayes of Palm Beach Dramaworks discusses their current production:"The Fourth Wall" playing through Feb 3. For info call (561) 514-4042 or go to www.palmbeachdramaworks.org

Bonnie Stelzer +Alan Kornblau of Delray Beach Public Library on Atlantic Ave. talk about the many programs they offer, plus invite the public to their comedy fundraiser: "Laugh With the Library" at the Delray Marriott on Sat Jan 12 featuring Comedian Bobby Collins. For more info , go to www.delraylibrary.org

Adam Jasinski of the United Autism Foundation in Ft. Lauderdale, talks about a unique fundraiser: inviting both celebrities, and those with autism, to submit works of art for auctioning and display in an Autism Art Gallery. For more info, go to www.UNIAF.org otr call (954) 449-4991.

Robert Ritchie + Peter Buchanan of the Scottish American Society of South Florida announce the Scottish Highland Games taking place at the Ft Lauderdale Stadium near I-95 and Commercial Blvd Sat Jan 12. For more info, go to www.sassf.org

Sunday, Dec 30, 11am
Monday, Dec 31, 7pm
Bob Norman, local author of "Pulp Nonfiction: True Crime in the Sunshine State" and contributor to City Link talks about his craft.

Cynthia Barnett author of "Mirage: Florida and the Vanishing Water of the Eastern US" talks about her fascinating coverage of a topic which she knew was critical well before it came to our notice via irrigation restrictions!

Ruth Behar, author, "An Island Called Home: Returning to Jewish Cuba"
Host Ann Bocock and contributor Marjorie Most discuss their favorite books of 2007 and make some recommendations for 2008. If you'd like a copy of some recommended books, email us at floridaforum@wxel.org.

Sunday, Dec 23, 11am
Monday, Dec 24, 7pm
Dr. Terry Maple president of the Palm Beach Zoo in West Palm Beach co-authored a book with Newt Gingrich: "A Contract With the Earth". For more info, go to palmbeachzoo.org, or clickon the link to Amazon.com to order the book.

Sally Ling, local author of Run the Rum In, talks about her latest book book about bootleggers in South Florida.

Brad Meltzer local best selling author of "Book of Fate"- talks about this riveting thriller andh ow he got to meet 2 past Presidents of the U.S. to research the book.

Sunday, Dec 16, 11am
Monday, Dec 17, 7pm

Jodie Dixon-Mears, artistic director at historic Lake Worth Playhouse talks about their upcoming season, plus ghost tours! Local musician, Albert Perera, talks about a Brass Band Concert Series over the next couple of months. Go to www.lakeworthplayhouse.org or call (561) 586-6410 for more info.

Avi Hoffman and Caroline Breder-Watts talk about the last of 3 "Mercury Theatre radio drama classics". This Monday evening, Dec 17, "Treasure Island" will be performed live on stage at Kravis Center and simulcast on WXEL radio-90.7FM. Go to www.kravis.org for more info

Avi Hoffman of New Vista Theatre now in West Boca, introduces lead Irene Adjan who sings a few songs fromtheir current production: "Funny Girl". For more info, call 1-800-AVI HOFFMAN or www.newvistatheatre.com

Wenying Wu+ Li Ma of CASEC (Chinese Assoc. of Science, Economics and Culture of South Florida) and CLTA (Chinese Language Teachers Association)
Go to www.clta-fl.org and www.casec.floridachinese.org for more information.

Sunday, Dec 9, 11am
Monday, Dec 10, 7pm

Irwin Stovroff +Jerry Kramer veterans of WWII and the Korean War respectively, and residents of Boca West are raising money to provide wounded Iraq War veterans with Service Dogs.
Go to www.vetshelpingheroes.com for more info.

Michael Hall, artistic director of Caldwell Theatre in Boca Raton talks about their new location, the upcoming season, and their current production: "Doubt" . For more info, go to: www.caldwelltheatre.com

Poppi Mercier, executive director of the Children's Museum of Boca Raton talks about all that is going onthere. For more info, go to http://www.cmboca.org or call 561-368-6875.

Arlene Stein, local author of "The Eye of My Apple" discusses her upbringing and how it affected and fostered her writing.

Sunday, Dec 2, 11am
Monday, Dec 3, 7pm

Elizabeth Robinson +Sharon Hollis of the Comprehensive Aids Program or "CAP" discuss the high incidence of AIDS in PBC, and their efforts to fight the disease in our communities. Go to
www.cappbc.org or call 561.472-9160

Cynthia Palmieri, Mananging Director of the Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens in West Palm Beach announces a holiday "Festival of Trees". Go to www.ansg.org or call 561-832-5328 for more info.

Raymond Morse discusses a United Way program to assist in tax preparation: "VITA Tax Assistance", and their need for volunteers. Go to unitedwaypbc.org or call 561-375-6685 for more info.

Cantor Hesh Mayersdorf and Lauri Dworkin-Ballan of Temple Sholom in Pompano Beach announce the arrival of the Israeli Youth Orchestra, Saturday Dec 8th at 7:00pm, the 4th night of Hanukah celebrating Israel's 60th anniversary. Call 954-942-6410 for more info.

Mia Krause of Boca Raton discusses the importance of selecting- or not!- the proper pet for the holidays. Call her at 561-392-3660 for info on "Rescue dog" pet adoption services.

Sunday, Nov 25, 11am
Monday, Nov 26, 7pm

A very special show, leading us to why we are thankful here in America.

Ilan Elkaim, occasional Florida Forum panel member, Florida resident, and native of Zimbabwe talks about current horrific conditions in the country of his birth.
If you'd like to know what you can do to help the children of this nation; listen to the following companion piece:

Ethan Zohn, one time million dollar winner of network show "Survivor Africa" uses that money and his soccer skills to start a non-profit: "Grass Root Soccer" to teach the youth of Africa about preventing and living with AIDS. Go to www.grassrootsoccer.org for information.

...and in a final interview about what America means to hard working immigrants:
Armida Salazar of Mexico talks about her life and how she has been able to raise her family. Barbara Vilaseca, Executive Director of Caridad Center talks about the many services this center offers to those like Armida who just need an occasional helping hand.
For more info, go to www.caridad.org, or stop by their facility on Boynton Beach Blvd, just west of the turnpike.

Sunday, Nov 18, 11am
Monday, Nov 19, 7pm

Dr. Terry Maple president of the Palm Beach Zoo in West Palm Beach co-author with Newt Gingrich of "A Contract With the Earth". For more info, go to palmbeachzoo.org, or clickon the link to Amazon.com to order the book.

Diane Hirth talks about the Florida Prepaid College Plan. Go to www.florida529plans.com for more info.

Hal Schaefer of the The Center for Lifetime Learning at Palm Beach Community College talks about themany seminars and classes available at the CLL. Go to www.pbcc.edu for more info.

Robin Ren speaks about CASEC, the Chinese Association of Science, Economics & Culture of South Florida. It has 1000 members from Homestead to Jupiter. They have a cultural program at Florida Atlantic University on Sunday Nov 18.
Go to www.casec.floridachinese.org for more informaiton.

Sunday, Nov 11, 11am
Monday, Nov 12, 7pm

Suzette Wexner talks about the work she does at Palm Healthcare for the neediest of Palm Beach County Residents. She will be honored by the Association of Fundraising Professionals at their upcoming National Philanthropy Day awards on Nov 15, per local AFP President Vicki Pugh. Go to www.afppbc.org for more info.

Leah Orr talks about her daughter Ashley's remarkable and almost normal life living with Cystic Fibrosis. Leah wrote a children's book based on her daughter: "Kyle's First Crush" , with profits going to CFF.
Go to www.kylesfirstcrush.com or www.cff.org for more information.

Nancy Marshall, Vice President of the Arthur R. Marshall Foundation talks about environmental and educational programs to teach children the wonders of and respect for the Everglades. Their River of Grass Gala is on Dec. 1. Go to www.artmarshall.org or call 561-805-TREE for more info

Terry + Betty Kennedy, a Boynton couple, raise money to prevent AIDS in impoverished areas of India. Call 561-676-9908 or email director@aidsfam.org for more info about their organization:
AIDSFAM .

Sunday, Nov 4, 11am
Monday, Nov 5, 7pm

Argelio Del Valle or "Alexandrin" author of � Days of the Embassy�, a tale of persecution, arrest and the subsequent Mariel Boat lift from Cuba.

Doctor John Jurewicz of the FAU Department of Ocean Engineering
talks about this unique curriculum and its Sea Tech research facility.
Go to http://www.oe.fau.edu/ or call 561 297 3430 to reach their Boca Raton campus office.

Erin Wirth, Director of Devlopment at Tri County Humane Society discusses how animals can be a plus for nursing home patients. Visit this no-kill facility just west of the Glades Rd turnpike exit on Boca Rio Rd, west of Boca Raton or call (561) 482-8110 or
go to www.tricountyhumane.org/ for more info.

Ty Houcks, founder of Ragtops Motor Cars discusses how his love of cars as a youth evolved into this fascinating museum on Dixie Highway in West Palm Beach. Go to http://www.ragtopsmotorcars.com/classic-car-museum.html or call 561-655-2836

Sunday, Oct 28, 11am
Monday, Oct 29, 7pm

Jeff Geist, president of the Woodshed Foundation, talks about the work this organization does to provide music lessons to young people in financial need. For more information, go to: www.thewoodshedfoundation.org

Aloysius Gigl and Neil Birch of New Hope Charities which brings critical services- and hope- to impoverished families in Belle Glade and Pahokee. Go to www.newhopecharities.com for more information.

Alayna Edwards, President of the North American Butterfly Association in Palm Beach County talks of their efforts to spread the word about these beautiful creatures. Go to www.naba.org for more information.

Roy Blount, Jr., humorist and panelist on "Wait Wait Don't Tell Me" is also the author of a new book called: "Long Time Leaving: Dispatches From Up South". He will also be appearing at the Miami International Book Fair on November 11.

Sunday, Oct 21, 11am
Monday, Oct 22, 7pm

PLEDGE SPECIAL for information on gifts related to our guests: call 800-464-9935 or click on Support WXEL tab.

Sally Ling, author of "Run the Rum In", about bootleggers in our area in the time of Al Capone and Prohibition. Besides as a pledge offering, the book is also available at most major book retailers, or click on the Amazon.com link below,which also benefits our station.

Karen Leonard, creator and director of a new Indy film: "Underwater: The Making of the Key West Nutcracker" as part of the Ft Lauderdale Film Festival at the Miniaci Theater, Nova Southeastern University on Nov 4 at 3pm. For more info, call 954-760-9898 or www.FLIFF.com

Marie Speed. editor of the new Florida Table magazine talks about this new publication featuring local chefs and South Florida dining, etc. For more info, go to www.floridatable.com

Additional segment: Sunday Oct 22: Savannah Hudson an 8 year old singer and actress from Boca Raton talks about her new CD single and her dedication to using her talents to help the world. She will entertain at the Lake Worth Veterans Day Parade on Sunday, November 11th.

Sunday, Oct 14, 11am
Monday, Oct 15, 7pm

PLEDGE SPECIAL: for information on gifts related to our guests: call 800-464-9935 or click on Support WXEL tab.

Art Ginsburg, AKA Mr. Food, talks about his work with promoting better health and his cookbooks for diabetics. Go to www.mrfood.com for more info.

David Pantone, Dean of the Floirda Culinary Institute in West Palm Beach talks about the personalized courses they offer and how he became a chef at some of the most prominent restaurants in the US.
Go to www.floridaculinary.com or call (877) 523-7549 for more info.

Local Chef Tim Heitz, who does catering on mega yachts, talks about how he became interested in cooking, and the love and dedication required to become a chef. He wrote "Making 'Love' in the Kitchen", gourmet recipes for both the beginner and gourmet cook. Go to www.authorhouse.com for more info.

Sunday, Oct 7, 11am
Monday, Oct 8, 7pm

Carolyn Lapp, Executive Director of the Florida Outreach Center for the Blind talks about a unique fund-raiser: "Dinner in the Dark" on Oct 28. For info, call FOCB at (561) 640-6029 or e-mail info_focb@bellsouth.net.

Director Georg Koszulinski:Cracker Crazy" new documentary, a unique look at Florida history, premiering at the Ft Lauderdale Int'l Film Festival on Tues Oct 16 at Cinema Paradiso at 503 SE 6th St.(near the court house) or call 954- 525-FILM or go to www.fliff.com

Dr. Harold Jonas, founder and director of "KoffeeOkee" in Delray Beach, for recovering addicts to get group therapy in a relaxed social atmosphere and even perform Karaoke themselves. 2 1/2 Blks N of Atlantic on Fed Hway (6th Ave) 561.445.0899

Dr Kirt Rusenko, Marine Biologist for Gumbo Limbo Nature Center talks about the deteriorating conmditions of our ocean. Gumbo Limbo is on US1 in Boca Raton- between Spanish River and Palmetto Park Rd. Go to www.gumbolimbo.org or call 561- 338-1483 for more info.

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