The county and city came together to create a new Fifth Avenue for a new century. That meant new sidewalks, landscaping, lighting and parking. People became early investors.

It is a way to show government that you care about what's going on. If you are constantly silent, you can be overlooked, you can be ignored, you can be forgotten.

Less than 10 years ago, Delray was home to several blues and jazz clubs. We thought since we have this brand-new venue, and jazz seems to be a musical voice in the city, we'd try to give the people who appreciate that sort of music a chance to celebrate that music at the library.

Sunday afternoons are a great time to get people to explore West Atlantic. There are new stores and restaurants all within walking distance of the library.

This was our effort to capture a time in Delray and in our country that should not be forgotten, will not be forgotten, because now we have the written word. It's wonderfully written and the history comes to life on the page.