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Italy: The Pinnacle Of Diversity from page 14 unique snapshots of Italy’s
great heritage, whether
Etna, from the Greek, “I burn,” has erupted, and eruptions it’s the palaces that dot
on the island of Stromboli have showered lava over the the countryside, the Tower
landscape. Perhaps no other volcano strikes more fear into of Pisa or the hundreds of
the hearts of men than that of Vesuvius. Overshadowing churches behind the walled
the City of Naples, Vesuvius’s eruption in 79 A.D. buried city of Lucca. Pausing to
the entire cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum. These days, examine a section of an old
the cone-shaped monster seems almost quiescent, but one Roman road, the remains of
must not forget that it has erupted more than once this aqueducts or simply enjoying
century. the fountains, sculptures and
When visiting Italy today we’re attracted by the style parks that are the focus of
of period buildings that dominates the country’s leading every little village, will help
cities, for it was here that the Renaissance in art and you capture a more complete
architecture was born in the 15 century. Initially, the feeling and appreciation of
th
Renaissance was spawned in three of northern Italy’s most Italy’s amazing diversity.
distinctive cities: Florence (cradle of the Renaissance), Italy is far more than the “The word ‘sunny’ always precedes ‘Italy,’ and the tourist brochures do not lie when they
Venice, and Genoa, each with their own distinctive highlights in a brochure; it speak of the Italian summer, of which there is an overabundance of sun.”
landmarks. Superb glasswork, sculpture and painting are must be appreciated as an
but a few of the artistic expressions that were manifested expression of people steeped
during this period. in the history and culture of
Italy attracts more than 20 million tourists annually, the past.
including four million from the United States. The nation Don Kiselewski writes
has prepared itself well to receive these visitors and getting from his personal experiences,
around is quite easy once you learn a few of the tricks. having traveled in 122
Like most of Europe, the easiest way to get around is by countries and cruised the
public transportation. However, the population explosion oceans, seas and rivers of the
has jammed the streets of most of the cities, and gridlock world. Palm Beach Gardens
takes on new meaning in Naples. Travel Leaders, his family
A word of caution if you intend to drive – don’t expect owned and operated agency,
to see highways numbered. Italy uses the system of signs is located at Mirasol Town
that direct you to the next city, so keep your maps handy Square, 11360 North Jog
to identify towns along the way. Additionally, be prepared Road, Building A, Suite 102-
to pay mandatory theft insurance on rental cars that also 6, Palm Beach Gardens. The
has a deductible if the car is stolen. For these reasons, agency has been serving the
touring Italy by cruise ship has become very popular. Most travel needs of the South
cruise ships stop at major ports to allow easy access to the Florida area for over a
country’s most popular attractions. quarter of a century. Contact
The most popular tourist sites are: St. Peter’s Basilica him at (561) 694-9696 or
and the Sistine Chapel in the Vatican; the Forum and Aussie@PBGTravel.com.
Coliseum in Rome; City Hall, the cathedrals and museums
in Florence; San Marco Square in Venice; the ruins of Photos by Don Kiselewski
Pompeii near Naples; and the Amalfi drive between
Sorrento and Capri. All of these wondrous locales allow
you to witness the true distinctiveness of Italy.
Towns and villages throughout the country express
Our Sister’s Place

Representative

Speaker At

Exchangettes

The speaker at the Oct. 10
meeting of the Exchangettes Club
of the Northern Palm Beaches was
Jane Wagley, executive director
of Our Sister’s Place, addressing
Happy
Happy
domestic violence and abuse.
She explained how Our Sister’s
Thanksgiving! Place has a new initiative to try
Thanksgiving!
and help the domestic and dating
abuse situation in our community.
It has been named the Response
Project. The project includes:
recognize the problem, educate
the public, screen routinely, Left to right: Jane Wagley,
Why Be a Fifth Wheel at the primary prevention focus, ongoing executive director of Our
community education, need, Sister’s Place and Linnda
Table this Month? strategies for intervention, and Gore, vice president of
engage with community partners. Exchangettes Club
. There have been 11 fatal abuse
. One-on-One Matchmaking R.S.V.P. for 25 28 YEARSof cases in Palm Beach County so far this year. Our Sister’s Place
. NOT Online Dating Holiday est. 1991 receives 1,200 calls per month, which include domestic violence,
MATCHMAKING
. Single Parties (Optional) Connections verbal, and emotional abuse. Northern Palm Beach County needs
a shelter, as shelters north and south are at capacity.
. Private and Con dential The Hotline for Help is (561) 348-4018. Email
. 90% Success Rate or for One-on-One Dates! is tequestasistersplace@gmail.com. Website is at www.
All Clients Pre-Screened
. Representing Ages 21-80+ * Limited Space. oursistersplace.org.
* Beat the Holiday Rush!

There are numerous ways to help: donating items to the thrift
store located in County Line Plaza, Tequesta, or volunteering
Kelly Leary, M.S.
CALL TO SPEAK TO A LIVE MATCHMAKER NOW! THE Florida Matchmaker your time. The thrift store phone is (561) 744-6995.
Exchangettes are still looking for teachers for their Teachers
561.630.XOXO (9696) of the Month Committee. Contact Linda Leet at myquilt2@
yahoo.com if you are a teacher from Riviera Beach to Jupiter
Also on the agenda at Exchangettes is our Christmas Party,
*Schedule Your Appointment Today. Chance of Booking Solid: HIGH and would like financial assistance.
with fun baskets to win on Dec. 12 and our Yearly Fashion Show/
Brunch on March 28, 2020. Save the date!