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Let’s Visit Plastics One More Time

By Harold Katz, R.Ph. they can be the size of a grain of obesity, type two diabetes, and cancer, which implies
rice, or even microscopic in that more intense research is necessary to determine how
The plastics that we use size. They are omnipresent. much of a threat microplastics really are to mankind.
(and place in our blue recycling Our municipal water Some investigators believe we should do away with
bin) represent a much larger systems filter out 95% unnecessary use of plastics, citing water bottles, other
problem than we may think. of the microplastics; single-use items such as single meals, disposable cutlery,
Boca Pointers may be interested however, 5% remains to etc. They further point out that if we as consumers choose
in its world-wide implications. be drawn from our faucets other packaging materials for the foods we buy, industries
According to Penn State for household use. Switching will change their packaging accordingly.
University researchers, we to bottled water from plastic bottles There is a bright spot in plastic’s future. Scientists
produce over 300 million doesn’t avoid them, as lab reports of several branded are working diligently to create bioplastics which will
metric tons of plastic material each year, with future water bottles tested positive for microplastics. The biodegrade and return to the soil. These substances
estimates even greater. The basic problem is that plastics lint trap on the washing machines and dryers are filled may not replace our present plastics in all situations,
are not biodegradable. They do not break down to the with microplastics from synthetic cloths such as nylon, but together with industries’ cooperation in using more
basic components from which they originated to get polyester, and spandex. Fish, animals, and humans are non-plastic containers and patriotic citizens recycling
reintegrated back into the soil. This represents an ever- ingesting microplastics. right, the future for mankind doesn’t seem quite so dour.
growing problem to our soil, our waterways, our food One question yet to be answered is how much of Reducing, recycling, and reusing is within our capabilities
supply, and, with evidence amassing, to our health. this material can we humans ingest without affecting to do. So, let’s do it with vigor. Let’s recycle right!
Plastics do break down into smaller particles called our health. Some plastics contain phthalates and other
microplastics. Depending upon time and composition, substances which are known to have effects on fertility, Harold Katz R.Ph., Edgewater Estates. 
Streakin’ Thru The 70s: A Musical Flashback To The 1970s

At Mizner Park Cultural Center In February

“It’s like stumbling onto a jukebox full of your recognized by the Broadway League and the Coalitions of at New Jersey’s Paper Mill Playhouse and is currently
favorite 45s. It leaves no pet rock unturned!” That’s Broadway Unions and Guilds for 25 years of dedication, artistic associate at the 5th Avenue Theatre in Seattle.
how The New York Daily News described the live theater craft and contribution to theatre. Ticket prices range from $45 to $65 and can be
experience that will be on stage at the Mizner Park Albert Evans wrote the music for the off-Broadway hit purchased online at https://miznerparkculturalcenter.com.
Cultural Center from Feb. 4 through 20. Pageant, chosen by Time Magazine as one of the year’s 10 Masks must be worn in order to attend.
MNM Theater Company and Arts Center Management best entertainment events. His lyrics are featured in a new The Mizner Park Cultural Arts Center is located at
has announced that tickets are now available for this performing edition of The Merry Widow, seen at New York 201 Plaza Real, in Boca. Performance days and times are:
kaleidoscopic flashback through game shows, sitcoms, City Opera, and televised on Live From Lincoln Center Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday at 2 p.m.; Thursday,
disco, earth shoes, pet rocks, and lava lamps – an (PBS). He was the Composer in Residence for 10 years Friday, Saturday at 7:30 p.m. 
outrageous dash through the much maligned “Me Decade”
that features over 40 hit songs.
Streakin’ Thru The 70s began as a workshop by
creators/writers James A. Rocco and Albert Evans, who
were responsible for the off-Broadway hits Pageant and
Nite Club Confidential. A six-week tryout in a small
theatre in Wichita, Kan., turned into a five-month run,
and the enthusiastic reaction to the show, its iconic music,
and uniquely ’70s catch phrases and images – “It’s not
nice to fool Mother Nature,” “How would you like a nice
Hawaiian Punch,” hot pants, polyester pantsuits, and the
Village Person – plus the popularity of the Broadway
mega-hit Mamma Mia, emphasized the universal appeal
of both mocking and simultaneously embracing the “what
were we thinking” culture of the 1970s.
“I am so looking forward to presenting this groovy
good time and reminding audiences of what a special
decade the ’70s was,” says the show’s director, Jonathan
Van Dyke. “With all the laughs, music, fabulous fashion
and fun in this show, it will be a ‘dy no-mite’ theatrical
event, whether you lived it or not!”
Eric Alsford will serve as Streakin’s music director;
the cast includes Shelley Keelor, Dorian Quinn, Ellie
Roddy and Ryan Michael James.
James A. Rocco is an award-winning director, writer
and theatrical consultant whose work has been seen
on Broadway, off-Broadway, throughout the United
States and in London, Paris, and Tokyo. In 2013 he was

Dear Boca Pointe

Dog Owners:

We have had a few recent
complaints from residents
who have had uncomfortable
encounters with dogs off leash
a round t he
property. We
are reaching out
to our residents
to remind them of
our rules concerning
keeping dogs on leashes and cleaning pet litter. As a
resident of Boca Pointe you must: Keep your dog on
a Leash. All dogs must be controlled on a leash by an
able-bodied person, at all times, whenever the dog is on
property. Also, you must clean up and properly dispose
of pet waste when your pet relieves itself. Knowing and
abiding by our community’s animal-related ordinances
will help make our neighborhood a better place for
everyone. Thank you! 