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Our Lady of the Lakes Spring Festival March 7-10 Vol. 45, No. 5
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Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic Church (OLL) will be hosting its 45th annual Spring Festival on the school's grounds at 15801 N.W. 67 Avenue from March 7 through 10. Families looking for a funfilled day can stroll through the main section and play games. Local businesses will also be participating with exhibits for carnival attendees to stop by for dinner. The food court features an array of the best international food booths including Latin, Cuban, Mexican, Italian, Jamaican, Colombian, Filipino, BBQ, American, Spanish Tapas and much more. “Due to its well-earned reputation, increasing numbers of people attend the festival to eat some of the most diverse and incredibly delicious food made fresh especially for attendees,” said food booth chairperson Diane Pantaleon. More than 20 popular carnival rides and attractions will thrill people of all ages, including toddlers in the special kiddy ride section. Carnival-goers can see Miami Lakes from the top of
the Giant Ferris Wheel, listen to loud music at high speeds on The Orbiter and experience the thrill on the Kamikaze. Young people can scramble through fun houses, climb aboard a pirate ship and play carnival games. “If you come to our Festival, you are guaranteed to have a great time!” said Father Jose Alvarez. The main stage is full of different live shows and performances throughout the weekend. Music will fill the nights with live bands and DJs. On Sunday afternoon, which is family day, the children’s talent show will take place with performances from dance studios in the area. Those interested in performing on the stage are asked to email Jeanelle Ramon at jeanelleramon@gmail.com for details and information. It takes more than 30 volunteers and about four months to organize the carnival. More than 300 people participate to make it run smoothly. Those interested in volunteering should con-
The Graham Companies announced that the first phase of its new multi-building residential complex in Town Center, 6600 Main, has been completed and began accepting new residents in early February. A designated smoke free community, the five-story structure includes 30 1-bedroom, 1bathroom units; 10 1-bedroom with 1 and 1.5 bathroom units with dens, 15 2-bedroom, 2bathroom units and five remarkable corner units with 2 bedrooms and 2 baths. Rental rates for 1-bedroom units begin at $1,795 and $2,295 for 2-bedroom units. The apartments, located on the eastern side of the new Town Center Parking Garage, allow residents to gain direct access from their cars to the
floors on which they live. The building is directly across from the Town of Miami Lakes Government Center Building and is within walking distance to all of the Main Street amenities including shopping, restaurants and movie theaters. Residences in the first building include ash-colored woodlook laminate floors, choice of two kitchen cabinet colors, granite countertops, Stainless Steel appliances, covered patios, controlled access, airconditioned resident storage units, indoor bike storage room, 11-foot high ceilings on the first floor and 10-foot ceilings on the other floors. The project was designed by Roger Fry and Associates Architects and constructed by AERIAL VIEW of the 6600 Main project with the first residential building (in the center of the (Please see Page 2) photo) now completed and accepting tenants.
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AERIAL VIEW of the many amusement rides planned for Our Lady of the Lakes Spring Juan Espejo Photography. Festival which runs from March 7 to 10.
I Planning & Zoning Board I News and Notes of interest I Pace High’s baseball team I Five local high school approves ordinance to ensure from the Town of Miami Lakes. ranked top private prep team in basketball teams compete in human trafficking awareness......2 See pages.........................6 & 7 the nation...............................18 regionals......21
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ARCHITECTʼS RENDERING of a daytime view along the extended Main Street encompassing the 6600 Main project consisting of several residential buildings along with amenities and retail services. The view is looking east to the Miami Lakes Government Center building.
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(Continued from Page 1) Current Builders. Additional buildings in the project include 19 townhomes, 10 of which will be completed by June 1, and the other nine in October. The three-level units feature 3 bedrooms and 3 1/2 bathrooms, and a 2-car garage starting at $3,500. A seven-story building, which includes retail establishments on the first floor, and 282 residential units, is also under construction. The units will range from 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, to 1 bedroom, 1 1/2 bathrooms with den, to 2 bedrooms, 2 baths. Rental rates have not been announced at this time.
Similar to the 6600 Main first building, all of the 282 residential units will have direct access to their respective floors at an attached parking garage. In the final building, amenities for all 6600 Main residents will include a state-of-the art Fitness Center featuring a yoga room, a conference center, a club room with a coffee bar, and lounge, along with a community pool and a pet safe exercise area. Cats and dogs are welcome within breed and weight guidelines. For access to more information and leasing details, visit www.6600Main.com, or call 305-821-1137.
The Miami Lakes Planning and Zoning Board last week approved an ordinance to amend the town’s land development code to post human trafficking awareness signs in commercial areas, hotels, apartment buildings and parks and recreation centers in the town. The measure is to help law enforcement crack down on Human Trafficking which has become a growing problem in Florida. Human trafficking is the trade of humans for the purpose of forced labor, sexual slavery or commercial sexual exploitation for the trafficker. Many of the victims are teenagers, according to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement.
According to Miami Lakes town attorney Lorenzo Coibella, a human trafficking ring was operating in the town several years ago and was shut down following a federal investigation which resulted in multiple arrests and saved many of the victims from further exploitation. Miami Lakes’ new ordinance calls for human trafficking awareness signs to be placed around commercial areas, hotels, motels, non-transient apartments, transient apartments, night clubs, massage pallors, and parks and recreation facilities. All signs will be printed in English and Spanish. The awareness signs will be placed where they can be easily seen by business employees, residents and visitors, and they are urged to report any signs of human trafficking. The town’s Code Compliance department, in conjunction with the police, will enforce the provisions of the new code and upon conviction of such offense violators will be punished with a fine not to exceed $500. A continued violation for each day shall be considered a separate offense, the ordinance says. Human trafficking should be reported to the National Human Trafficking Resource Center at 1-888-373-7888, or text INFO or HELP to 233-733, or call the local police.
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(Continued from Page 1) tact Julie Sierra at gbsierra@gmail.com. Aside from food, rides and entertainment, there will be a public basketball tournament on Saturday, March 9, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information about the tournament contact Ernie Valido at evalido@comcast.net Admission to the festival is free, but rides require tickets. Ride bracelets allow carnivalgoers to ride as much as they want. Bracelets may be purchased at a discounted rate before or after masses on March 2 and March 3. Bracelets are also sold at the Church gift shop until March 7 between 7:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Bracelets may also be purchased on the festival website www.ollnet.com/festival. During the festival
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bracelets will also be sold at an additional charge. Single ride tickets will be available for sale at any time during the festival. The festival features two raffle drawings. One raffle features a grand prize of $2,500 and subsequent prizes of $1,000, $500 and $250. Raffle tickets are available now at the church office and at the raffle booth during the festival. The second special raffle, with three cash prizes (first prize up to $7,000, second prize up to $5,000 and third prize up to $2,500) is drawn on Sunday night. A maximum of 300 tickets are sold, so the odds of winning are greater. Special raffle tickets are available to purchase at the church gift shop. Ask for Rosa Gangi or call 305-558-2202. Sponsorships are also being sought for this annual fundrais-
ing event. There are five levels of sponsorships: diamond sponsor ($2,500) platinum sponsor ($1,000), gold sponsor ($500), silver sponsor ($250) and bronze sponsor ($100). For more information, call Elsa Reus at 305-558-2202 ext. 616. The festival is the primary fund raiser for OLL. Proceeds support the operating budget for the church and school. Last year, thousands of people from both Dade and Broward counties participated in this four-day event. The festival hours are as follows: Thursday, March 7, from 5-10 p.m., Friday, March 8, from 5-11:30 p.m., Saturday, March 9, from 1-11:30 p.m. and Sunday, March 10, from noon until 9 p.m.
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Main Street Players present RACE now to March 17 By Megan Medina The Miami Laker staff RACE debuted February 22 at Main Street Playhouse located at 6766 Main Street. The cast took on a topic that most people struggle with in America, race. David Mamet’s RACE, directed by Lowell Williams, opened to enthusiastic audiences. The play exploits the lies people tell themselves about race. Three lawyers, two black, one white have the chance to represent a wealthy white man that is accused of a crime against a young black woman. In a series of events it becomes clear that it is not so much about the wealthy white man anymore. Everyone has an idea in their mind, even before meeting someone, if they’re going to like them or not based on their race. The play showcases this in a way that some of the characters didn’t realize this was happening to them. Many people tend to jump to conclusions based simply on race. “I use theatre to change and affect people on controversial
topics”, said Williams. The play did a great job bringing to light topics that are touchy but need to be spoken of. Sometimes one thinks they are immune to certain issues because they’ve made up that idea in their mind, until another person makes them see things through their perspective. Jack Lawson is portrayed by Christopher Dreeson, Henry Borwn is portrayed by Keith Oliver, Charles Strickland is portrayed by Brian McCormack and Susan is portrayed by Trittney Huzzie. (Warning: This play contains strong language and mature subject matter.) RACE runs through March 17 with shows Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Tickets are $30 for adults and $25 for students, seniors and military personnel. Theatre League and Industry tickets are $20 with I.D. at the door. Tickets may be purchased in advance at www.mainstreetplayers.com, or at the door an hour before show time.
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COTA raises funds for lung transplant for Danny Quesada
RIBBON CUTTING on February 15 Wise Care with (from left) Dr. Luis Manuel Campillo, Monica Artiles, Andres Hechavarria, Andy Hechavarria, Mayor Manny Cid and Councilmember Josh Dieguez. money sign instead they see says Hechavarria. them as family. Wise Care also works with Owner Andres Hechavarria many attorney’s offices to refer has had several practices in the new patients including immipast and has always kept Doctor gration attorney’s to send over Campillo with him. He believes anyone that may need a physical having patients see the same examination. Wise Care takes faces when they walk in is most insurances and offers extremely important. Wise Care transportation to their patients. relies heavily on their current or For further information call former patients to refer new (786) 360-5107. patients, “we love referrals,”
DANNY QUESADA Last week, Danny underwent a procedure to install a feeding tube down his throat as the first step for the operation in which an organ or tissue is transplanted. Danny’s condition has drawn the overwhelming support from his family members, Miami Lakes residents and volunteers. To help raise money for Danny, visit cota.org/campaigns/cotaforteamdannyQ.
By Megan Medina The Miami Laker staff Wise Care, located at 6710 Main Street, recently moved their practice to Main Street on February 15 and were joined by Mayor Manny Cid for their grand opening event. Wise Care is a family owned and operated medical office that specializes in family medicine, physical therapy, immigration services and much more. The practice is led by Andres Hechavarria, owner; Andy Hechavarria, manager and Monica Artiles, office manager. Wise Care has been in business for three years. Most physical therapy offices only focus on therapy, Wise Care is different. At Wise Care they have Dr. Luis Manuel Campillo, MD, who treats patients regularly. They also have two physical therapists on site. Wise Care prides themselves on being a family-friendly staff. They go out of their way to attend patients, they are on-call on Saturdays and stay late hours to cater to their patients schedule. They don’t see patients as a
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Children’s Organ Transplant Association (COTA) and the Miami Lakes community are rallying to the aid of 16-year-old Danny Quesada, who’s in dire need of a double lung transplant to stay alive. Danny suffers from a lung disease that affects the tubes that carry oxygen and other gases to and out of the lungs and causes scarring of lung tissue which results from prolonged exposure to asbestos. COTA, a non-profit organization which helps children and young adults who need a lifesaving transplant by providing fundraising assistance, has teamed up with the Town of Miami Lakes to raise at least $250,000 for Danny’s surgery and other expenses and alleviate the financial burden of his family. So far, the organization has raised $150,000 through the Running with Danny fundraising program. The money also covers expenses for post-operative care such as transportation, a ventilator and pain medications while recovering from a lung transplant.
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Join Us at the Miami Lakes Spring Festival March 7th to 10th, 2019 Enjoy Miami’s “Most Delicious Food, Rides & Entertainment”
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Great opportunity to promote your business! For sponsorship packages and to reserve your booth at the festival, contact Elsa Reus at 305-558-2202, ext. 616 or e-mail ereus@ollnet.com. For more information visit: www.ollnet.com/festival If you are interested in performing on our Festival stage, contact Jeanelle at jeanelleramon@gmail.com.
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Sold out Miami Lakes Food and Wine Festival planned for March 2
The highly anticipated and sold out Miami Lakes Food & Wine Festival is set for Saturday, March 2, at Miami Lakes Optimist Park, 6411 N.W. 162 Street. Event sponsors include Miami Lakes AutoMall, Palmetto General Hospital, The Graham Companies, Andy’s Range & Training Center, and Best of Me Wellness and Aesthetic Center. Proceeds from the event will
benefit the Miami Lakes Town Foundation, a 501(c)(3). Fine food, wine and specialty beer will be provided by local restaurants and establishments. Guests will sample culinary delights and a selection of fine wines. The restaurants participating include: Anacapri Italian Restaurant, Shula’s Steak 2, Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza, Ben & Jerry’s, Boss Burger & Brew, Café 4 U,
Cancun Grill, Dr. Limon, El Novillo Restaurant, Frosty’s Lab Nitrogen Frozen Yogurt & Ice Cream, Gaucho’s Gourmet Market and Gerardo’s Marketplace. Others include Giardino Gourmet Salads, LA Sweetz, Mayor’s Cafe, NQC Craft Beer & Grub, Miller’s Ale House, Salsa Fiesta, Sushi Bombs, Trattoria Pampered Chef, Vicky Bakery and Beverly Hills Cafe.
Annual Bike Rodeo & Safety Day at Park West on Saturday, March 16
Town Foundation awards $1,000 grant to BGEC for ‘Throwing Kindness’ plan
MIAMI LAKES TOWN FOUNDATION, with funds raised at the 2018 Food and Wine Festival, presented a $1,000 grant to Bob Graham Education Center for its “Throwing Kindness Like Confetti” project. Pictured (from left) Foundation director Clarisell De Cardenas, BGEC principal Yecenia MartinezLopez, teacher Jenifer Batchelder, Foundation treasurer Israel Diaz and Foundation benefactor Lynn Matos.
Town Foundation awards $1,000 grant to B. Goleman Miami Lakes Youth Activities Task Force will present its 21st annual Bike Rodeo and Safety Day on Saturday, March 16, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Miami Lakes Picnic Park West, 115151 N.W. 82 Avenue. Sponsored in part by Andy’s Police Supply and the Town of Miami Lakes Police Department, the event will provide children an opportunity to learn about bicycle safety while interacting with various branches of law enforcement officers. The first 200 participants will also receive a free helmet and a chance to win a bike in a raffle. Additional activities include a bike safety course, a K9 Unit demonstration, music and more. For more information, contact Leisure Services manager Kristina Labossiere at 305-3646100 or visit YATF@miamilakes-fl.gov.
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MIAMI LAKES TOWN FOUNDATION, with funds raised during the 2018 Food and Wine Festival, donated a $1,000 grant to Barbara Goleman Senior High School for the construction of two Mock Trial Courtrooms. Pictured are Goleman principal Dr. Manuel Sanchez III, assistant principal Robert Inza, Dr. Ell Stav, Foundation treasurer Ismael Diaz, Town Clerk Gina Inguanzo and other town staff, and faculty and students.
Miami Lakes Blasting Committee schedules trip to State Legislative Session
Miami Lakes Blasting Advisory Committee will host a one-day round trip to Tallahassee on Wednesday, March 20. Attendees will be visiting the Florida state capital during the current legislative session to support Florida Senator Manny Diaz Jr. and Florida Representative Ana Maria Rodriguez’s “Blasting” bill which is currently in the drafting stage.
The bus will depart from Royal Oaks Park, 16500 N.W. 87 Avenue. Persons interested in joining in the bus trip are asked to visit http://bit.ly/BustoTally. For more information, visit http://bit/ly/BlastingAdvisoryB oard, or contact Community Engagement and Outreach director Clarisell De Cardenas at decardensc@miamilakesfl.gov, or 305-364-6100, ext. 1132.
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Hall of Fame committee is seeking nominations for the 2019 sports inductees Miami Lakes Sports Hall of Fame committee announced its second call for Hall of Fame Inductee nominations. The Miami Lakes Sports Hall of Fame, an initiative of Mayor Manny Cid and supported by the Town Council, is located inside the Optimist Park Clubhouse at Miami Lakes Optimist Park, 6411 N.W. 162 Street. Past classes of inductees have included former Miami Dolphins coaches, professional football and baseball players, standout high school athletes, community builders who shaped athletics in Miami Lakes and Optimist Club members who have dedicated decades of
their time to youth sports. The Hall of Fame Selection Committee is seeking nominations to honor athletes, coaches, community members and teams from the Town of Miami Lakes for their outstanding contributions or achievements in sports. Nominate an individual or a team that excelled and brought positive recognition to the Town. Deadline to apply is Friday, April 5. The nomination form is available at http://ly/2019SportsHall Nom. For more information, contact Hall of Fame committee liaison Jeremy Bajdaun at bajdaunj@ miamilakes-fl.gov or 305-3646100, ext. 1239.
Elderly Affairs Committee has scheduled several events for senior citizens in March
Miami Lakes Elderly Affairs Committee (EAC) has scheduled several events for seniors during March. Tuesday, March 12 – A Mount Sinai Wellness Workshop will be presented at 11 a.m. at Town Hall, 6601 Main Street. A light lunch will be served courtesy of Mount Sinai Medical Center. Wednesday, March 13 – Lunch Bunch and Bingo. Seniors can socialize and make new friends while having fun and enjoying a free nutritious lunch provided by local restaurant Giardino Gourmet Salads. The activity is scheduled from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Mary Collins Community Center, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue.
Reservations are required by visiting www.toml.event brite. com. Reservations open at 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday, March 6 and close at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, March 12. Wednesday, March 27 Another Lunch Bunch and Bingo with fun and free nutritious lunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Town Council Chambers, 6601 Main Street. Reservations will be available on www.toml.eventbrite.com beginning at 8:30 a.m. on March 20 and will close at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, March 26. For more information on EAC events, visit www.miamilakesfl.gov/eac, or call 305-3646100.
Middle and high school students invited to enjoy March events at ‘The Spot’ Miami Lakes Youth Center will be hosting several fun and exciting programs for middle and high school students from 6 to 8 p.m. during March at “The Spot,” 6075 Miami Lakes Drive East. Open Hang Nights are scheduled for Fridays, March 8 and 22, and on Wednesday, March 13 and Saturday, March 16. The Youth Center is equipped with a billiard table, table tennis, indoor basketball
shootout game, Microsoft Xbox One Console, Nintendo Wii and more. Bring friends for a night of fun and games. Young Miami Lakes residents can also volunteer for the Youth Activities Task Force’s 21st Annual Bike Rodeo and Safety Day on Saturday, March 16. For more information, contact Programs coordinator Manny Martinez at thespot@miamilakes-fl.gov or 305-819-7768.
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Communty Bike Ride scheduled for Saturday, March 16
Miami Lakes Neighborhood Improvement Committee will host the next Community Bike Ride on Saturday, March 16. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. for the 5.5-mile family-
friendly loop with the ride starting at 9 a.m. from Mary Collins Community Center in Miami Lakes Picnic Park West, 15151 N.W, 82 Avenue. Pre-registration is recommend-
ed by visiting http://febbikeride.eventbrite.com. For more information, visit www.miamilakes-fl.gov/nic.
T TOWN OF MIAMI LAKES NOTICE IS HEREWITH GIVEN that meetings of the Town Council of the Town of Miami Lakes, Florida, and its committees, have been scheduled for the following dates, times and locations.
Parks Capital Program Focus Group Meeting Monday, March 4, 7:00 PM Miami Lakes Youth Center, 6075 Miami Lakes Dr. E., M. Lakes, Fla.
Youth Activities Task Force Meeting Wednesday, March 6, 7:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Cultural Affairs Committee Meeting Thursday, March 7, 7:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Town Council Meeting Tuesday, March 12, 6:30 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Elderly Affairs Committee Meeting Wednesday, March 13, 8:30 AM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Special Needs Advisory Board Meeting Wednesday, March 13 6:30 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Education Advisory Board Meeting Thursday, March 14, 6:30 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fa.
Economic Development Committee Meeting Tuesday, March 19, 5:30 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Veterans Committee Meeting Thursday, March 21, 6:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Neighborhood Improvement Committee Meeting Thursday, March 21, 7:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Public Safety Committee Meeting Tuesday, March 25, 6:30 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla.
In accordance with the provisions of F.S. Section 286.0105, should any person seek to appeal any decision made by the Council with respect to any matter considered at these meetings, such person will need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made; which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, persons needing special accomodation to particpate in the proceeds should call Town Hall at (305) 364-6100, no later than (2) days prior to the proceeding for assistance. Please be advised that two or more Councilmembers may be in attendance at the above events/meetings. This Notice dated February 22, 2019 at Miami Lakes, Fla. Gina IInguanzo, Town Clerk
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By Megan Medina The Miami Laker staff Eye Candy, located at 6807 Main Street, opened its doors on June 1 last year. The facility is not your average optometry office, it is a boutique-style optometry office and a candy store. When you walk into Eye Candy you may not realize there is eye equipment in there somewhere because your eyes are drawn to the amazing display of candy and cute eyewear. Dr. Gianne Castellanos, owner and optometrist, first had the idea of the Eye Candy concept when she was pregnant, she wanted to eat sweets but couldn’t enjoy as much. Castellanos then thought about combining her two loves, sweets and vision and that’s when Eye Candy was born. Castellanos wanted to make eye exams fun for children and adults, patients are given candy during their examinations. Castellanos has been an optometrist for 10 years after graduating from Florida EYE CANDY is located in the heart of Miami Lakes on Main International University and Nova Southeastern University. Street
She has another practice in Miami Lakes located at 8660 N.W. 155 Street that has been open for about five years. Many visitors come in simply for candy and don’t realize they can get eye exams. Many people are drawn in by the decor and fun candies they offer. It pays to go in because each customer is greeted with a candy sample. Castellanos wants people to know “this isn’t just a cute store”. “I want people to experience what great vision truly is. I have always wanted to be an optometrist and I love being an eye doctor. At Eye Candy you'll have the sweetest experience” says Castellanos. Eye Candy offers candy from all over the world, as well as prescription eye glasses and sunglasses. They carry top brands such as RayBan, Jimmy Choo and Betsey Johnson. They also offer affordable frames and even have their own line of frames called Eye Candy - Eye Craze. Castellanos prides herself in being the “sweetest doctor in
town” as many of her clients refer to her that way. She also feels they offer some of the best eye care in town. Eye Candy is not just a place to buy cute frames or sweets, they do full eye exams, including checking for eye diseases and checking for Orthokeratology which can eliminate contacts and eye glass wear throughout the day for some patients. Many of Eye Candy’s patients are young children which Castellanos loves. She believes she is making an impact in their life by helping them with their vision at such a young age. Eye Candy often has a chocolate or candy tasting where they invite anyone to attend and try out some of the different candies they have to offer. It is $10 to attend and there is a raffle at the end. Eye Candy is open Tuesday through Saturday including late nights to 7 p.m. For more information call (786) 717-7775 or visit www.eyecandymiamilakes.com.
U.S. Senator Marco Rubio (R-Florida) is scheduling constituent hours in Miami Lakes the third Wednesday of the each month, starting March 20 at Miami Lakes Town Hall, 6601 Main Street. The constituent hours start at 11 a.m. and end at 1 p.m.
Rubio and his staff will discuss vital issues such as immigration, medicare, IRS and banking, military, veterans, social security and other federal legislative issues. Rubio has been a U.S. senator since 2010 and unsuccessfully ran for president in 2016.
He won reelection and became a senior senator this year after Rick Scott defeated incumbent Bill Nelson for his senate seat in November. Rubio sits on several committees including the Committee on Appropriations, which is the largest group in the U.S. Senate, the Committee on Foreign Relations, the Select Committee on Intelligence, the Special Committee on Aging and the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship. For more information, call Rubio’s office at 305-696-4224 or Miami Lakes Town Hall at 305-364-6100.
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HIALEAH GARDENS MIDDLE SCHOOL students participating in the Agriscience Program participated in the Florida State Fair beef cattle/Miniature Zebu competition in February and their beautiful “Summer” was awarded the highest possible award of Grand Champion Senior Cow. The judge described her as “picture perfect!” “Summer’s” new 1-yearold “Autumn” won 3rd place in her class. “Summer” was donated to the school by The Graham Companies and students and staff expressed their appreciation for the support and opportunities
Miami Lakes resident is Principal for the Day at Spanish Lake Long time Miami Lakes resident Maria Elena Arias, real estate broker, empire builder, business consultant, and business greatness coach though she wore many hats until she accepted the invitation to serve as Spanish Lake Elementary’s (SLE) Principal for Today. She never realized the enormous task and responsibilities of a school principal. Her day began with an early morning parent conference and leadership meeting. At 8:35 a.m., it was upstairs to morning announcements honoring “Values Matter” students of the month, honor roll recipients, Science Fair and SECME awards before 8:50 a.m. She returned to the principal’s office for preparation and assistance with emergency drills. Then she proceeded to classroom visits with participation in many learning experiences. By 11 a.m., she was ready to return to her “world”, but she truly appreciated the role of school principal. Arias gave praises to Jacqueline Arias-Gonzalez, SLE’s school principal, for her diligent management of school operations and inspiration to others as a leader. She wit-
SEATED (from left to right) Principal for Today Maria Elena Arias, SLE principal Jacqueline Arias-Gonzalez, (standing) Amanda Rivera, left and Dominick Rivera. nessed the nurturing and the development for teachers to lead, community connections, children thriving and the enhancement of the learning environment, overseeing budget policies and facilities, while maintaining an open-door policy.
Most importantly, she realized the vital role the business community can play as an educational partner. SLE thanked Arias for participating in the Principal Today program and the start of a school-business partnership.
Lawton Chiles Middle excells at STEAM Expo Lawton Chiles Middle School (LCMS) announced its accomplishments in this year’s MiamiDade County 2019 STEAM Expo on January 26. LCMS’s students Eddy Paiz and Umed Bokhari won first place in the bridge building competition. Students Emma Caraballo and Ignacio Ariza won first place in the robotics competition with their robotic
hand. In March they will compete in the bottle rocket competition and the egg drop competition. LCMS thanked Rafael Nuñez Jr. for the beautiful banner created to represent LCMS in the Expo. He also created and designed the patch design that will represent their bottle rocket team.
WINNERS of the bridge building competition, Eddy Paiz and Umed Bokhari are pictured with Miami-Dade Superintendent Alberto Carvalho and teacher Nicholas Arencibia.
William ‘B’ Graham Memorial Golf Tournament set for April 22 THE MIAMI LAKER
The South Florida Council Boy Scouts of America will hold its annual William “B” Graham Memorial Golf Tournament on Monday, April 22, at Shula’s Golf Club, 7601 Miami Lakes Drive. Registration will begin at 7 a.m. with a shotgun start at 8 a.m. Sponsored by The Graham
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Companies, the tournament is one of the longest standing fundraisers for the Boy Scouts and has been going for 45 years. Participants in the tournament will have a chance to compete in a variety of challenges on the course including Hole-in-One contests, Longest Drive, Beat the Broadcaster, Straightest Drive and Closest-to-the-Pin.
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Prizes for top teams and individuals will be presented during the luncheon after the tournament. For more information on sponsorship opportunities or to register to play, call Diane Hickman at 305-375-0020, ext. 228, or diane.hickman@scouting.org.
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By Megan Medina The Miami Laker staff For more than five years 360 TechGroup located at 13980 N.W. 58 Court, has been providing IT, copier, telecom, marketing solutions and much more to the tricounty area. 360 TechGroup started out with just three employees, Maribel Suarez, director of new business; Ernie Suarez, president and managing director and Agustin Barrios, director of business technology and they were called SpeedyIT. For about two years they focused on IT services. Today 360 TechGroup has 22 employees and they handle much more than IT. They realTHE FACE OF 360 TECHGROUP (from left) Ernie Suarez, ized that no other company was Maribel Suarez, Agustin Barrios, Gilbert Alvarez, (director of providing all these services for WireBeast division) and Martin Lumbi, (director of technolo- their customers and that’s when gy). they decided to become 360 TechGroup. They do not outsource anything, they take care RESULTS • THE MIAMI LAKER • 305-817-4015 of everything in-house. Aside from providing IT solu-
tions and services, they have CopyTech360 which is South Florida’s authorized full line Sharp dealer. They also have WireBeast which takes care of structured cabling and low voltage solutions. What sets 360 TechGroup apart from the rest is that the owners are always in the office and available to their clients, then don’t stop working at 5 p.m. on a Friday like most companies do. They make themselves available by giving their cell phone number to clients in case something comes up over the weekend. They always put their clients needs first. Copier companies are limited to the brands they can sell and sometimes the client needs a specific machine which that brand doesn’t offer. Although 360 TechGroup is an authorized Shape dealer they also sell other brands. They provide clients what they need and what works
for them, they don’t focus on the products they sell, they focus on what their clients need to help their business function properly. Everything they sell is also available to finance which is helpful to many of their clients. 360 TechGroup has several techs available to assist clients in need, most companies only have one or two techs. 360 TechGroup has a call center with a team available for any needs, if they can’t assist over the phone they will dispatch to the location for further help. 360 TechGroup prides themselves in being an all-around company that truly does everything. They built the company around the client, not the product. “We manage your technology, so you can focus on your business” says Suarez. For more information call (305) 712-7096 or visit 360techgroup.com.
By Devin Dubon and Gabriella Licona Special to The Miami Laker Mayor Manny Cid visited Miami Lakes Educational Center (MLEC) in January to discuss politics, town initiatives and his own career with The Harbinger staff. A lot has changed in the last 20 years. Here, in Miami Lakes, those changes include more parks, recreational facilities and
more opportunities for community involvement, said Cid who fittingly is one of the youngest mayors of one of the youngest cities in Miami-Dade County. Cid was only 29 when he became vice mayor. “I was told not to question the status quo,” he said, “but, you have one opportunity to change the culture and the ways of city hall, and I took the risk to try and do that.” The mayor brought town hall meetings into people’s homes, streaming them live on social media and even having residents submit questions. He has worked to improve and renovate parks throughout the town as well as empowering residents, including local teenagers,
to get involved with the town and make their home better. Before his election to the town council, Cid worked as a legislative aide in Tallahassee. There, he gained experience, not just with laws, but with people, lobbyists and the political machine. The self-described “municipal nerd” immerses himself in city, town and municipal business. Because, he says, local government makes the greatest impact on people’s day to day lives. “It’s not as exciting as national politics, but far more impacting on our everyday lives – affecting our roads, drinking water and schools, just to name a few local issues.”
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Miami Lakes Cars for Cure scheduled on April 7 THE MIAMI LAKER
In an effort to help increase cancer awareness and raise more money to fight the deadly disease, a local classic car show has landed a major partner. The 5th Miami Lakes Cars for Cure has teamed up with Hialeah Park Racing and Casino for this year’s event, which includes a concert at the Hialeah park in a prelude to the classic car showcase on Main Street in Miami Lakes. The concert, which features 1980s and 1990s music legends such as Erotic Exotic, Man Trap, Coro, Angel A-Love and D.J. Santana, is scheduled for 7 p.m., Friday, April 5, at the park’s northeast corner entrance at East 4 Avenue and 22 Street. Then, more than 250 classic
cars will be on display on Main Street, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday, April 7, as participants will enjoy live entertainment and food, while honoring Miami Lakes’ first Vice Mayor, Roberto Alonso, who brought the event to the town before he succumbed to cancer. All the proceeds from the event benefit the Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of Miami. Roberto Alonso Jr., the event’s organizer, said bringing two families and two communities together for a “great” cause is something he envisioned for a long time. The Graham family developed Miami Lakes and the Brunetti family owns the park
and casino. “It’s great for both communities who are affected by cancer,” he said. “It’s truly amazing when two families and two communities can come together to raise money and awareness for cancer.” The car show event features entertainment by local country singer Ricky Valido and Man Trap and Beer Garden’s $20 donation per car. Alonso said both events will reserve some time to remember those who died of cancer and honor cancer survivors. “This year, we have special moments to remember people who died of cancer and recognize people who have survived with the concert and car show,”
Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS) Superintendent Alberto M. Carvalho was awarded the Miami City Ballet’s (MCB) Chairman’s Award for Leadership in Arts Education at the 2019 MCB Gala held at Miami Beach’s Fontainebleau Hotel last week. MCB Board Chair Kristi Jernigan introduced Carvalho and presented him with the
award. “Miami City Ballet has given a leg up to the youth of our community by showing them what classical dance is all about – even giving them a taste of what it is like to be a dancer – through challenging workshops and dynamic programs,” said Carvalho. “Since I began as Superintendent, we have forged partner-
ships to provide arts experiences for students.” MCB has collaborated with Miami-Dade County Public Schools as program innovators to share the ballet experience with kids who might not experience it otherwise. MCB’s Ballet Bus picks up students for classes as well as the opportunity for extended scholarships.
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said Alonso, whose wife is a two-time cancer survivor. “Bringing together both communities is great strength in raising cancer awareness. We are encouraging families to come out and enjoy the day, as we continue our fight with cancer.” Alonso said he’s forever grateful for the Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center where doctors treated his father for cancer. He said doctors at Memorial Hospital told his father to start planning for his funeral because they couldn’t do anything to save his life. The doctors at the Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, however, allowed him to live a year and half longer than doctors projected. “That’s important,” Alonso said. “My father got to travel all over the world and enjoyed life. That was so important to him and my family.” Since the brith of the event, Alonso said the Miami Lakes Cars for a Cure has raised about $100,000, all of it going to the cancer center. This year, he’s hoping to raise more money than before. “The concert hopefully should raise about $50,000,” he said. “There
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ROBERTO ALONSO JR. are a lot of talented musicians who will be performing.” Alonso is also hoping the event helps unite Miami Lakes and Hialeah, as two communities have been divided for years. “We are all the same people fighting for the same cause.” Alonso said. “A lot of Hialeah residents spend money at Miami Lakes’ restaurants and shops. It doesn’t matter if you are from Miami Lakes, Hialeah or Opa-locka, we are in the same fight against cancer.”
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Miami Lakes Branch Library announced the following programs that are available for the public during March: For Children and Families: Movies and Stories for Kids – Watch favorite movies with family and friends. Movies being shown this month are “Christopher Robin,” “Teen Titans Go to the Movies,” “Darby O’Gill and the Little People,” and “Secret Life of Pets.” Events made possible by the Town of Miami Lakes Education Advisory Board at 3 p.m. on Wednesdays, March 6, 13, 20 and 27. Talking is Teaching. Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers – Stories, songs and activities for toddlers. Best for ages 18 months to 3 years old at 11 a.m. on Thursdays, March 7, 14, 21 and 28. Special Talking is Teacher. Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers en dos idiomas – Bilingual stories, songs and activities. Space is limited, contact branch for more information. Scheduled for 11:30 a.m. on Monday, March 18. STEM Saturday – Enjoy fun, hands on activities with FIU undergraduate and medical students. Every month is a different experiment. A NeighborhoodHELP Educational Pipeline Program. Email stemsaturday@gmail.com for more information. Best for ages 5-15 years. Space is limited so contact branch to register. Made possible by The James Wilson Bridges, MD Medical Associa-
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tion at 10 a.m. on Saturday, March 2. Crafty Little Fingers – Participants will make a variety of craft projects. Smaller toddlers may need help. No registration needed. Scheduled for 11 a.m. on Tuesdays, March 5, 12, 19 and 26. Science in the City – KaBoom. Plug ears and step back as chemistry is taught using explosive and illuminating demonstrations to spark interest in STEM. Space is limited so contact branch to register. Best for ages 8-12 years at 10 a.m. on Saturday, March 30. Paws to Read - A reading program aimed at improving the literacy skills of children through the assistance of therapy dogs who serve as literacy mentors. Bring a book or choose one from the branch collection. Event is at 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 9. Green Eggs and Ham - This adaptation of Dr. Seuss’ most popular book will have participants laughing as Sam persists and persists everyone try his green eggs and ham. Presented by the Miami Children’s Museum and made possible by the Town of Miami Lakes Education Advisory Board at 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 9. Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Spring Brawl – Hey gamers, compete in the semi-final rounds. Winners will move on to the finals at Fandom Fest on Saturday, May 4, at the Main Library. Open to ages 8 to 18 years from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on
Saturday, March 23. For Teens: Teen Club – Play video games, watch anime, draw, participate in STEAM activities and move. Contact the branch for details. Events scheduled at 5 p.m. on Tuesdays, March 12 and 26. Teen Game Night - Create adventure with this classic roleplaying game, or play chess. Shadow Hunters, Magic the Gathering and more. Best for ages 12 years and up at 5:30 p.m. on Mondays, March 4, 11, 18 and 25. Teen Club Presents “Venom” PG 13 - A journalist becomes the host of an alien symbiote and acquires superhuman abilities alongside a malevolent and unpredictable alter-ego while investigating the true nature of the secretive experiments conducted by the Life Foundation. Best for ages 12 and up at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 5. For Adults: Rain Barrel Workshop – Learn how harvesting rainwater can help reduce pollution from stormwater runoff and provide a supply of free, non-chlorinated water for garden and more. Presented by UF/IFAS Extension Service Miami-Dade County. Contact the branch to register. Scheduled for 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 2. Purls of Wisdom – Learn basic knitting and stitching. Materials will be provided. Best for ages 18 and up at 2 p.m. on Tuesdays, March 5, 12, 19 and 26.
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Strum the Lute: Tai Chi for Beginners – Practice this ancient tradition and learn gentle movements to increase strength, flexibility and balance. Class is led by library staff. Best for ages 18 and up at 11 a.m. on Wednesdays, March 6, 13, 20 and 27. Meditation – Join in mediation derived from Raja Yoga, a discipline that helps develop inner calm, clear thinking and personal well-being. Meets at 11 a.m. on Fridays, March 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29. Book Discussion Group This month’s selection is “The Boston Girl” by Anna Diamant. Meets at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 19. Become a Foster Parent or Adoptive Parent - An orientation on how to become a foster
parent in Miami-Dade County, including a comparable overview of the requirements and expectations of the process. Meets at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, March 27. Mario Diaz-Balart Outreach Table - A member of Congressman Mario Diaz-Balart’s staff will be available to discuss federal issues and address any concerns a constituent may have with a federal agency, at 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 27. Miami Lakes Branch Library is located at 6699 Windmill Gate Road and is open Monday and Tuesday from noon to 8 p.m., and Wednesday through Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The branch is closed on Sundays. For more information, call 305-822-6520.
The annual Mad Dog Mandich Golf Classic is less than one month away and golfers are already lined up to tee off in an event to honor former Miami Dolphins player Jim Mandich and his wife, Bonnie. The Dolphins Cancer Challenge event is scheduled for Friday, March 29 at Shula’s Golf Club, 7301 Miami Lakes Drive. Registration opens at 10:30 a.m., followed by the putting contest at 11:00 a.m. The golf tournament starts at noon with a Shotgun Start followed by a buffet and awards banquet and an auction with prizes and awards. The event also includes lunch, other contests, refreshments and entertainment.
All proceeds from the event will go to the University of Miami’s Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center. The event honors the memories of Jim Mandich and his wife, Bonnie, who loved bringing families, friends and the community together for a great weekend of golf, fellowship, all while supporting the Dolphins Cancer Challenge. Mandich, who was the Dolphins radio play-by-play announcer, died of cancer in 2011, and Bonnie Mandich died in 2016 at the age of 61. For information on the golf classic, call 305-812-2179 or visit www.MadDogClassic.com or email info@MadDogClassic .com.
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PSN Elementary students marked Engineers Week in February
Space STEM Club students from Palm Springs North Elementary School hosted their fourth annual rocketry day, in celebration of Engineers Week. The #464 Opa-Locka cadet squadron from Civil Air Patrol collaborated to design the rock-
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LAWTON CHILES MIDDLE SCHOOL student James Pruszynski won first place in the Science Fair Junior Division in Chemistry with his project of ‘How does salt affect ice and water’. Pruszynski observed how different amounts of salt affect the temperature of the water. Pruszynski’s project also earned him a nomination to compete in the 2019 Broadcom MASTERS which was given to the top sixty projects in the middle school division at the district level. Pruszynski is pictured with science teacher, Patricia Bennett.
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Meetings Calendar
The Town of Miami Lakes, homeowners associations, professional and volunteer groups have scheduled meetings during March:
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Parks Capital Program Focus Group Meeting March 4 7:00 pm M.L. Youth Ctr. Youth Activities Task Force Meeting March 6 7:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center Cultural Affairs Com. March 7 7:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center Town Council Meeting March 12 6:30 pm M.L. Govt. Center Elderly Affairs Com. March 13 8:30 am M.L. Govt. Center Special Needs Advisory Board Meeting March 13 6:30 pm M.L. Govt. Center Education Adv. Board March 14 6:30 PM M.L. Govt. Center Economic Devel. Com. March 19 5:30 pm M.L. Govt. Center Veterans Committee March 21 6:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center Neighborhood Improvement Committee March 21 7:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center Public Safety Committee March 25 6:30 pm M.L. Govt. Center Homeowners Organizations Silvercrest South March 4 7:30 pm MLCC Windmill Gate March 4 7:00 pm MLOP Loch Lomond March 6 6:30 pm MLOP Loch Andrews March 7 7:00 pm MLOP Loch Andrews March 8 7:00 pm MLOP Royal Palm Estates March 7 7:00 pm MCCC Loch Ness March 11 7:30 pm MCCC Silvercrest North March 12 7:00 pm MCCC Lake Cynthia March 13 7:30 pm MCCC Loch Lomond East March 13 7:00 pm MLOP Windmill Gate March 14 7:00 pm MLOP Loch Andrews March 18 7:00 pm MLOP Loch Isle March 18 7:00 pm MLOP Lake Glen Ellen March 19 7:30 pm MCCC Lake Carol March 20 7:30 pm MCCC Serenity Point March 20 7:00 pm MCCC Royal Oaks March 20 7:30 pm MCCC Gramercy Park March 21 7:00 pm MCCC Regatta Pointe March 21 7:00 pm MCCC Lake Elizabeth March 25 7:00 pm MCCC Fountain Park March 25 7:30 pm MCCC Lake Martha March 26 6:30 pm MCCC Loch Lomond West March 26 7:30 pm MLCC Villa Vizcaya March 27 7:30 pm MCCC Lake Sandra March 28 7:00 pm MCCC Anchorage March 28 7:30 pm MCCC Miami Lakes Clubs, Professional & Volunteer Groups M.L. Cham. Comm. March 13 Shula’s Hotel M.L. Garden Club March 25 7:00 pm MCCC M.L. Bridge Club Mondays 11:30 am MCCC MLCA Bridge Club Thursdays 11:00 am MCCC M.L. Quilting Club Tuesdays 11:15 am MCCC M.L. Kiwanis 2nd/4th Thurs. 6:30 pm Pamper.Chef M.L. Toastmasters 1st/3rd Tues. ML Educ. Center M.L. Lions Club 1st/3rd Tues, 7:00 pm Bev. Hills. MCCC: Mary Collins Community Center, 15151 N.W. 82 Ave. RACC: Robert Alonso Community Center, 16500 N.W. 87 Ave. MLOP is Miami Lakes Optimist Park, 6411 N.W. 162 Street MLYC is Miami Lakes Youth Center, 6075 Miami Lakes Drive E. MLPW is Miami Lakes Picnic Park West, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue
ets. The event took place at Florida Memorial University, Lehman Aviation Building, on February 16. STEM Club students are pictured with their coach Dr. Rossana Chiarella and Captain Rodriguez from Civil Air patrol.
Classes and Recreation Calendar
The Town of Miami Lakes has scheduled the following classes and recreation activities during March:
(Youth Programs)
(All classes are free unless noted by [$])
Archery Juniors [$] Ages 11-17 Mondays 4:30 pm MLOP Ballet 1 Ages 5-7 Mondays 4:30 pm MCCC Ballet 2 Ages 7-9 Mondays 5:30 pm MCCC Ballet 3 Ages 9-11 Wednesdays 4:30 pm MCCC Ballet 4 Ages 11-16 Wednesdays 5:30 pm MCCC Bricks4Kidz [$] Ages 5-12 Thursdays 6:15 pm MLYC Just Run Ages 5-14 Tues./Thurs. 4:30 pm MLPW Canta y Baila Conmigo Ages 0-5 Tuesdays 10:30 & 11:30 am MLYC Code Explorers [$] PK Coding Ages 4-5 Saturdays 10:00 am MCCC Code Explorers [$] Computer Science Tuesdays Ages 6-9 6:00 pm / Ages 10-13 7:00 pm MLYC Code Explorers [$] Engineering Wednesdays Ages 6-9 6:00 pm / Ages 10-13 7:00 pm MLYC Violin [$] Ages 7-12 Wednesdays 6:00 pm MLOP Guitar [$] Ages 7-12 Tuesdays 6:00 pm MLOP
Jazz 1 Ages 5-7 Tuesdays 4:30 pm MCCC Jazz 2 Ages 7-9 Tuesdays 5:30 pm MCCC Jazz 3 Ages 9-11 Thursdays 4:30 pm MCCC Jazz 4 Ages 11-16 Thursdays 5:30 pm MCCC Martial Arts Tots Ages 6-8 Mon./Wed. 4:30 pm MCCC Martial Arts Beginners Ages 7-9 Mon.Wed. 5:30 pm MCCC Martial Arts Intermediate Ages 8-10 Tues./Thurs. 4:30 pm MCCC Martial Arts Advanced Ages 11-16 Tues./Thurs. 5:30 pm MCCC Open Hang Nights (Themed Nights) Ages 11-17 Select Wed./Fri. 6:00 pm MLYC YMCA After School Care [$[ Ages 6-8th Grade 2:00 to 6:00 pm MLOP YMCA After School Care [$] Ages K-5th Grade 2:00 to 6:00 pm RACC
(Adult Programs) Zumba [$] 18+ Mon./Wed. Zumba [$] 18+ Tues./Thurs. Open Play Dominoes Mon. to Fri. 18+ Painting 1 18+ Fridays Painting 2 18+ Fridays Painting 3 18+ Wednesdays Spanish Advanced Conversational 18+ Mon./Wed. Spanish Intermediate 18+ Tues./Thurs. Yoga 1 18+ Mon./Wed. Yoga 2 [$] 18+ Tues./Thurs. Yoga in the Park 18+ Saturdays
11:00 am MCCC 6:30 pm RACC 6:30 pm RACC 9:30 am MCCC 12:30 pm MCCC 10:00 am RACC 6:00 pm MCCC 6:00 pm MCCC 7:45 am MCCC 7:45 am MCCC 9:00 am MLPW
(55+ Senior Programs) Computers (English) T/Th (Ages 55+) 9 & 11:15 am MCCC Computers (Spanish) M/W (Ages 55+) 9 & 11:00 am MCCC Knitting/Crocheting T/Th (Ages 55+) 1:00 pm MCCC Sewing T/Th (Ages 55+) 1:30 pm MCCC Tai Chi Mon.-Th. (Ages 55+) 9:00 am MCCC MCCC: Mary Collins Community Center, 15151 N.W. 82 Ave. RACC: Robert Alonso Community Center, 16500 N.W. 87 Ave. MLOP is Miami Lakes Optimist Park, 6411 N.W. 162 Street MLYC is Miami Lakes Youth Center, 6075 Miami Lakes Drive E. MLPW is Miami Lakes Picnic Park West, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue Shula’s GC is Shula’s Golf Club, 7601 Miami Lakes Drive
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A week before Florida International University’s (FIU) softball season got underway, the Panthers and head coach Heather Gelbard announced the hiring of assistant coach Mia Hignojos. “I'm very excited to welcome Mia to the Panther Family,” Gelbard said. “Throughout the interview and hiring process, Mia’s open and honest communication really stood out. I expect that she will develop close relationships with our diverse roster of student-athletes, and be able to mentor them on and off the field.” Hignojos, who is an Odessa, Texas native, rounds out Gelbard's staff for the 2019 season. “I would like to thank the FIU administration and Coach Gelbard for this extraordinary opportunity,” Hignojos said. “The passion and commitment this administration and staff shows goes above and beyond. I’m excited to join this staff and continue the tradition of excellence that FIU softball has.” Hignojos graduated from the University of New Mexico in 2015 with a degree in Environmental Planning and Design. During her tenure as a Lobo, Hignojos emerged as a dynamic defensive infielder playing in 148 games, averaging a fielding percentage of .966, recording 295 putouts and 222 assists. While playing multiple infield
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MIA HIGNOJOS positions, Hignojos was awarded Academic All-Conference, team MVP and Defensive Player of the Year during her senior season. During her final year with the Lobos, she helped lead New Mexico to the secondmost conference wins (13) in program history. In 2016, Hignojos had the opportunity to play professionally on the USA Women’s Baseball National team, earning a spot on the 40-women roster. Hignojos moved to the Dallas area and worked as a special education inclusion teacher, while volunteering her time with the women’s softball and wrestling teams and earning a Certified Personal Trainer certificate from the National Academy of Sports Medicine.
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Pace High’s baseball team named top private prep team in nation
Monsignor Edward Pace High (PACE) boys’ baseball team is ranked the top private prep team in the nation, according to Street and Smith’s Baseball magazine. The Spartans, who defeated perennial powerhouse Bolles School in Jacksonville for the
2018 state championship, returns much of its talent this season including what is likely the top junior class at one school in the country. According to Street and Smith’s Baseball magazine, five Spartans have already committed to the University of Miami,
including left-hand pitcher Yordani Carmona who returned as the senior leader for the team. The Spartans are seeking to win their eighth state title in baseball this season under head coach Tom Duffin when PACE opens the regular season against Jesuit on Friday, March 1.
Miami Dolphins Spring Break mini-camp scheduled March 29 at Royal Oaks Park PACE HIGH SCHOOLʼS top ranked baseball team prepares for new season.
The Miami Dolphins will host a one-day Spring Break minicamp at Royal Oaks Park, 16500 N.W. 87 Avenue in Miami Lakes, for boys and girls, ages 8-14, on Friday, March 29 from 9 a.m. to noon. Cost of the camp is $40 and participants will receive a Junior Dolphins T-shirt, camp day photo, Junior Dolphins certificate of completion and a
chance to win Dolphins prizes and giveaways. The non-contact camp experience will allow young athletes to spend the day developing their football fundamentals and an opportunity to work with the Junior Dolphins coaching staff on skills, drills and contests. “We’re excited to host this year’s Junior Dolphins Spring Break mini-camp in the Miami
Lakes community,” said Dolphins director of Youth Programs and Camps RaShauna Hamilton. “Our camps provide a premier environment for youthful players of all skill levels to train and learn the game of football in a fun and safe environment.” Registration is available at juniordolphinsfootball.com/ca mps/.
Carlos Mora Gonzalez, a midfielder from Jaen, Spain, has signed to play men's soccer at St. Thomas University (STU) beginning in the Fall of 2019, head coach Felix Mats annouced in a press release. Mora Gonzalez transfers to STU from Western Liberty University, where he started in
eight games and registered an assist. He also plays for Team Atletico Jaen FC in Spain. Mora Gonzalez joins a St. Thomas Bobcat team which has won two Sun Conference tournament championships and Sun Conference regular season titles in the past three seasons. “Carlos is a player that can
make an immediate impact to our mid-field next season,” said Mats “He adds valuable experience coming from NCAA Division II, West Liberty, and we look forward to adding an experienced player to the roster.”
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St. Thomas University had FIU swim-dive team honored for academics four track and field runners in Critz Tybee Run Fest THE MIAMI LAKER
St. Thomas University (STU) sent four track and field runners to compete in the Critz Tybee Run Fest half marathon last month, which is a tune-up for the National Championships. Sarah Bomkamp, Susana Gutierrez and Calyope Ortega represented the Women's Track team, while Diego Lopez represented the Men's side; all four runners placed within the topfive of their respective races. STU's three runners placed in the top-four of a field that consisted of 108-runners from multiple programs across the country. Bomkamp paced the Bobcats, as the senior placed first overall with a time of 1:29:32, to win the Women's field. Gutierrez was a close second to Bomkamp, finishing with a 1:30:51 and Ortega finished in fourth place, with a time of 1:33:02, as the Bobcats dominated the Women's race. On the Men's side, Lopez finished fourth overall in a field of 135-runners, running the halfmarathon in 1:13:35. Following their impressive finishes, Bomkamp, Gutierrez and Lopez have already clinched an opportunity to compete in the NAIA National Championship meet scheduled for May 23-25 in Gulf Shores, Alabama.
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FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY women's swimming and diving team has been named a Scholar All-America team for their academic performance in the 2018 fall semester, according to the College Swimming and Diving Coaches Association of America (CSCAA). NCAA Division I, II, and III as well as NAIA and NJCAA teams, are eligible for the distinction, which is awarded to all teams with a combined GPA of at least 3.0.The FIU women's squad posted a team GPA of 3.49, which ranked as the second-highest in Conference USA.
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The Senator Course at Shula’s Golf Club, located at 7601 Miami Lakes Drive, has provided many groups and individuals with a unique course over the years. On February 11, a longtime member of the Herb Smith Golf Group, Bruce Taylor recorded his first hole-in-one. The Ace took place on the fifth hole, a Par 3, 105 yards in length. It was his first hole in-one in his golfing career that spans over five decades. Taylor used his pitching wedge and was witnessed by his playing partners. Shula’s Golf Club also welcomed two long time groups in the month of February that have been coming to the course for BRUCE TAYLOR displays THE SCHIAVONE GROUP (pictured above) returned to Shula’s for their 42nd consecutive over 40 years. his hole-in-one ball. year and THE FRASER GROUP (pictured below) returned to Shula’s for their 49th consecThe Schiavone group arrived utive year. on February 26 from their 49 consecutive year. Youngstown, Ohio. This is their Each year, everyone on the 42 consecutive year, dating staff at Shula’s Golf Club looks back to 1977. forward to their friends from the The Fraser group hailing North who enjoy good golf, from Butler, Pennsylvania, good food and good fun. arrived on February 27. This is
Hialeah Gardens High Goddesses named Grand Dance Team champs
Hialeah Gardens Senior High Goddesses recently were crowed the 2019 Universal Dance Association (UDA)’S National and Grand Dance Team Champions after competing against the top teams in the country in Orlando. The event, which took place at the Walt Disney World Resort, is administered by UDA, a division of Varsity Spirit. The National Dance and Team Championships is the only national live dance team championship that is endorsed by the National Federation of State
High School Associations. The Goddesses demonstrated their talents during the event, which inspires leadership among dance teams and focuses on the traditional role of dance teams. Hialeah Gardens qualified for the event by performing to support athletic programs and to provide entertainment to the crowd before and during games. The dance team was also recognized for playing an instrumental role in raising, leading and maintaining school spirit in and around their communities.
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In local high school boys’ and girls’ basketball, five teams made it to the regionals but only one group is still alive while the others are taking an early Spring Break vacation. Mater Academy defeated Cooper City, 71-53 and advanced to the regional semifinals in a showdown with McArthur on February 26. The Lions defeated Goleman, 82-46, to win their third consecutive district championship. McArthur (20-10) clobbered the Gators, 66-27, in the regional quarterfinals. Mater Academy is 16-6 and 8-0 in district competition. After winning the district championship for the third consecutive season, Mater Lakes Academy boys’ basketball team failed to get the job done in the regionals. The Bears fell to ChaminadeMadonna, 75-54, in the regional quarterfinals last week. Mater Lakes Academy finished the season 14-12 and recorded a 6-0 record in district play. The Bears defeated Monsignor Edward Pace, 108-95, to capture the Bears’ third consecutive district title. As the district runner-up, the Spartans fell to University, 8753, in the regional quarterfinals, as Pace’s season came to an end as well. Pace finished the season 9-17. Girls’ basketball The 2019 season for Mater Academy girls’ basketball team was highlighted by winning their third consecutive district championship with a victory over Alonso and Trish Mourning High School. The Lions swept the season series against their district rival. After a regional quarterfinals victory over University (50-45), Mater Academy fell to South Broward, 49-45, in the regional semifinals. Mater Academy finished the season 11-10 and the No. 245 ranked team in the state. They dominated several of their opponents including a 70-2 victory over Reagan, clobbered Hialeah Miami Lakes twice 71-1 and 65-3, scored 47 points against Westland Hialeah who put up only six points and left Mourning defenseless with a 618 victory in their second meeting of the regular season. For Pace, the Spartans girls’ basketball team fell to Pine Crest, 42-37, in the regional quarterfinals as the Panthers avenged last season playoff lost to the Spartans. Pace won the district championship with a 62-32 victory over Edison High School. The Spartans finished the season 14-6 and 6-0 in district competition.
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On February 14 at 6:17 p.m. students from various Miami Lakes’ schools came together at Picnic Park West to pay tribute to the 17 people who lost their lives at the Marjorie Stoneman Douglas High School shooting last year. At the vigil, 17 students from fifth to tenth grades shared words, poetry and music focused on love, kindness and service. This vigil was initiated and led by the students themselves who coordinated the logistics and worked on the program. The idea came about from twin sisters Sophia and Susanna Inguanzo who a few weeks before started to think about a way to honor the victims of the Parkland tragedy. “We wanted to do something
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that would honor their legacy – to love, be kind always and service to others”, said Sophia Inguanzo. They shared their idea with their classmates and other members of the student council at their school and began a social media campaign to invite students from all Miami Lakes area schools to attend the vigil. The outreach was successful as over 200 people attended, including Senator Bob Graham and his wife Adele, Mayor Manny Cid and Councilmembers Luis Collazo, Josh Dieguez and Marilyn Ruano, as well as various law enforcement officers from several jurisdictions. Senator Graham shared that it was “an inspirational evening led by young people in honor of
those who lost their lives so tragically last year – I am very proud of these students.” Miranda Cabarga, an eighth grade student at Bob Graham Education Center choose to read a poem written by a student who wrote it just two weeks before he passed away in Parkland. Nina Castro-Bosch, a tenth grade student at Barbara Goleman Senior High sang “Imagine” and dedicated the song to all who are victims due to gun violence. Susanna Inguanzo spoke the final words at the vigil and encouraged all students to “practice random acts of kindness often and daily and to serve others with honor.”
SENATOR BOB GRAHAM, his wife Adele, Mayor Manny Cid and students from various Miami Lakes’ schools at the vigil held at Picnic Park West on February 14 in honor of those who lost their lives at Marjorie Stoneman Douglas High School last year.
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The fifth grade Civics Engagement Academy (CEA) students from Bob Graham Education Center (BGEC) won third place in the 20182019 ‘We the People’ Competition held at the North Campus of Miami Dade Community College on February 15. This competition is generally held for middle school students in eighth grade, yet this is the second year that Miami-Dade County has conducted an elementary version of the competition for fifth grade students. BGEC has now placed twice in the top three. The primary goal of the’ We the People’ Competition is to promote civic competence and responsibility among the nation’s elementary and secondary students. Participants hold a simulated congressional hearing
as the culminating activity for the We the People program. The students work in cooperative teams, prepare and present statements before a panel of community representatives who act as congressional committee members. Students then answer questions posed by the committee members. The format provides students an opportunity to demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of constitutional principles. The fifth grade CEA students thanked teachers Mercedes Mendez and Lusila Garcia who worked with them relentlessly after school in order to prepare for this important endeavor. A well deserved congratulations goes out to these students that worked very hard for their well deserved placement.
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BGECʼS CEA STUDENTS, teachers and parents, include (bottom row knelling, from left) Julianne Mooney, Ellie Acosta, Olivia Torre and Emily Flores; (second row from left) Jasmine Grullon, Sebastian Zaldivar, Alan Munschy, Mario Pinera, Alberto Cabrejos and Anthony Vaquer; (standing from left) John Brady (teacher), Gabrielle Heran, Alyssa Pena, Angie Mesa, Sophia Inguanzo, Miranda Cabarga, Abigail Vinces, Susanna Inguanzo, Alexa Llovet, Annamarie Vega, Alyssa Hernandez, Nicole Remedios, Adriana Alvarez-Quintero, Alicia Diaz, Jasmine Valle, Mercy Mendez (teacher) and Ramiro Inguanzo (parent).
Pace High School’s Drama Dept. presents ‘Sound of Music’ on March 7-9 at the Spartan Center By Raquel Edmundson Special to The Miami Laker Monsignor Edward Pace High School’s (PACE) drama program will present their spring production of “The Sound of Music” under the guidance of Marianne Martinez, lead teacher for PACE’s Academy of Visual and Performing Arts Theatre Program. The beloved musical tells the story of Maria Rainer, a kind and free-spirited candidate at the Nonnberg Abbey in Salzburg, Austria. She leaves the monastery and is dispatched to serve as a governess for the Von Trapp family, caring for the seven children of a widowed naval Captain. The inspirational Rodgers and Hammerstein masterpiece features some of the most captivating songs in musical history and the motion picture version starring Julie Andrews, remains the most popular movie musical of all time. The students have been dedicating long hours to rehearsing for what will certainly be one of PACE’s most memorable productions. The cast is looking forward to performing some well known crowd favorites, as well as an intricate five part acapella harmony in Latin. Joining the Spartan cast are several students from Immaculate Conception Catholic School and Hialeah Gardens Elementary, who will be playing the youngest of the Von
Trapp children. “The Sound of Music” will run March 7 to 9 at PACE’s Spartan Center located at 15600 N.W. 32 Avenue. Presale general admission tickets are on sale for $12 with VIP tickets for $20 (limited quantities available).
They will be sold by all members of the Drama Club as well as the school’s main office. Tickets may be purchased at the door for $15. For more information, contact the school at (305) 623-7223.
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The eighth grade students of the Civic Engagement Academy (CEA) at Bob Graham Education Center (BGEC) had the honor of attending The State of the County Address delivered by Mayor Carlos Gimenez at the Port of Miami on January 31. They then presented their Homeless Awareness campaign video and their CAP (Sweep Alternative Policy) to the Homeless Trust Board in the afternoon. Initially, the students were invited to be honored for their efforts in the fight to end homelessness which they've done by placing six homeless trust meters in Miami Lakes parks and one on Main Street. They took the opportunity to present the next wave of their
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THE STUDENTS of the Civic Engagement Academy (CEA) at Bob Graham Education Center (BGEC) competed in the Miami-Dade County Public Schools District competition for We the People on January 14.This was the fifth year in a row that BGEC participated in this event. The teachers are proud of the students' hard work and dedication. Special thanks to John Brady, law studies teacher, Ora Harris, civics teacher, Elena Barros, civics teacher, Carlos Perez, history teacher and Mercy Mendez, fifth grade teacher for their hard work and dedication in preparing this elite group of students. Pictured (front, from left) Sebastian Zaldivar, Anthony Vaquer, Alan Munschy, Alberto Cabrejo and Mario Pinera; (back, from left) Jasmine Valle, Alicia Diaz, Susanna Iguanzo, Angie Mesa, Alyssa Pena, Julianne Mooney, Adriana Alvarez, Miranda Cabarga, Emily Flores, Annamarie Vega, Alyssa Hernandez, Gabrielle Heran, Jasmine Grullon, Ellie Acosta, Abigail Vinces, Nicole Remedios, Sophia Inguanzo, Olivia Torre and Alexa Llovet.
Pace High nominates two for Herald’s Silver Knights
MONSIGNOR EDWARD PACE HIGH announced its Silver Knight nominees for the 2018-2019 school year. Nathan Bonet (left) is nominated for Mathematics and Fabia St. Juste (right) is nominated for Social Science. One Silver Knight and three honorable mentions in each category will be announced at a ceremony on May 16 at the James L. Knight Center in Miami.
American High School students performed at UM’s Frost School of Music
FIVE AMERICAN HIGH SCHOOL students performed at the Frost School of Music at the University of Miami. Every year the school hosts an honor band where band students from South Florida up to Central Florida audition to be apart of and learn music over the weekend and host a performance in their professionally built hall. Student Ulyana Zamora plays the trumpet, Jonathan Aguirre plays the clarinet, Ivan Rodriguez plays the trombone, Isaac King plays the percussion and Jeremy Robleto plays the French horn. They were accompanied by their band director Victor Villaorduna.
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By Raquel Edmundson Special to The Miami Laker Monsignor Edward Pace High School (PACE) announced that 23 Spartan seniors have been accepted to attend Florida State University (FSU) and the University of Florida (UF) beginning in the fall of 2019. The students accepted to FSU are Lauren Aponte, Deanna Bernard, Katrina Cruz, Juselie Derice, Berteau Eliassaint, Kristen Fleitas, Ariana GarciaFundora, Deianeira Hoffenden, Teresa Macias, Ethan Mansell, Lyandros Martin, Matthew Muthiah, Samantha Ortega, Amanda Perez, Jade Ramasami, Kelsey Rosier and Isabella Vazquez.
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The students accepted to UF are: Paola Calleyro, Daniella Conde, Katrina Cruz, Juselie Derice, Berteau Eliassaint, Ariana Garcia-Fundora, Lixandross Gernier, Teresa Macias, Daniela Molano, Samantha Ortega, Qiana Pierre, Kelsey Rosier, Fabia St. Juste and Isabella Vazquez. This group of students has not only excelled academically during their time at PACE, but they have also been highly involved with various clubs, honor roll societies, campus ministry and athletics. PACE is excited for these exceptional students as they begin to make the next steps in FSU ACCEPTANCES (left to right): Samantha Ortega, Katrina Cruz, Kristen Fleitas, their academic future. Lyandros Martin, Lauren Aponte, Jade Ramasami, Kelsey Rosier, Juselie Derice and Deianeira Hoffenden.
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UF ACCEPTANCES (left to right): Samantha Ortega, Katrina Cruz, Daniela Molano, Juselie Derice, Kelsey Rosier, Qiana Pierre and Lixandross Gernier.
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On the final weekend of January at the University of Florida (UF), the Hialeah Miami Lakes Senior High (HML) Model United Nations team proudly debated and engaged the world's most pressing issues. Model UN (MUN), is an academic competition simulating the various committees of the actual United Nations. Students typically represent member nations as they navigate global problems through public speaking, resolution writing and most importantly, diplomacy. GatorMUN, as the conference is popularly called, is Florida's premier high school MUN com-
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petition and arguably the most competitive event in the southeastern United States. This annual competition was UF's 16th installment and attracted over 1,000 high school students from as far away as North Carolina and Illinois. HML has attended this prestigious competition for over ten years and has already participated in a separate conference earlier this school year at the University of Central Florida. Eleventh-grader Akil Cole won an honorable delegate award in his committee simulating the 59th Cabinet of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Our Lady of the Lakes chess club competes in USCF championship
Our Lady of the Lakes (OLL) chess club had an incredible time at the USCF rated, 2019 South Championship presented by the Florida Scholastic Chess League. It was a grueling eight hour endurance test that pitted the OLL students against South Florida’s best scholastic chess competition under the leadership of chess club moderator, Dominic Cama, assisted by Fanny Medina and Ivan Santiago. The results of the competition that are listed energized the
members of the club for future competitions. In Section K-1 individual competition, Liam Giberson won a third place trophy. In Section K-1, seven schools competed and the OLL team of Liam Giberson, Gabriel Santiago, Christian Pumariega, Andre Lorenzo and Joaquin Falcon won a second place team trophy. In Section K-3, 13 schools participated and the OLL team of Daniel Espejo, Lucas Falcon, Mason Martinez, Lucas Inestroza and Michael Martinez also
won a second place team trophy. In Section K-5, 14 schools competed and the OLL team of Giancarlo Gandarilla, Ivan Salinas, Marcelo Tobenas, Elizabeth Santiago, Monica Espejo, Lordes Martelly, Aidan Lopez, Maiko Llanes, Christian Besu, Anneliese Lemoine and Jonathan Gonzalez won a fifth place team trophy. In Section K-8, the OLL Team of Diego Rodriguez, Nicholas Casadevall and Desi Gonzalez placed seventh out of 15 teams.
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Hialeah Miami Lakes High School (HML) senior Denisse Pino is certainly a Student Working At Greatness (SWAG). She was recently featured in the education series of that name by NBC 6. Reporter Ari Odzer interviewed Pino regarding her life experiences and her plans for the future. It has been a very successful four years for Pino at HML. During that time, she has never missed a day of school, she has achieved a 4.99 weighted GPA, she has been inducted in to the school’s National Honor Society and she has served as captain of HML’s JROTC. What makes these accom-
plishments so significant is the fact that throughout her life, Pino and her mother have experienced extreme economic hardship, often having to move from one apartment to another, staying in shelters or temporarily staying with friends, while also dealing with limited funds for food and basic necessities. It was not until her senior year that Pino reached out to HML’s trust counselor Odalys Acosta about her situation. Since that time, Pino has discovered that there are programs available to help homeless students achieve success. MDCPS project upstart has provided funds for her senior
Jose Marti Academy hosts Teacher of the Year event
JOSE MARTI MAST ACADEMY hosted its annual Teacher of the Year ceremony on January 31. All of the district’s Teachers of the Year were invited to attend. The finalists along with the winners for the district were recognized by their school system. Jennifer Torino was named teacher of the Year for Jose Marti and Lucia Morales was named Rookie Teacher of the Year. Pictured (from left) are Torino, principal Jose Enriquez and Morales.
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activities as well as clothing and even toiletries. HML maintains a food bank for students who may need to take food for the weekend. When asked how she was able to maintain such a level of success while dealing with such hardships, Pino states that “it was sheer will power and a desire for a better future.” Pino has been accepted to the engineering program at University of Central Florida (UCF), where her tuition fees will be waived. She has also earned the Bright Futures scholarship, which will assist with living expenses while at school. Additionally, she will enter UCF in the fall with 17 college courses already under her belt through a combination of advanced placement and dual enrollment classes taken at HML. Pino feels certain that her NBC 6 cameraman and reporter Ari Odzer are pictured with leadership experiences with the Denisse Pino and HML’s JROTC during her NBC 6 SWAG HML JROTC will help her get a interview. part time job during her college years, as well as provide for a solid professional foundation once she graduates.
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Miami Lakes Area Houses of Worship Elevate Church
6250 Miami Lakes Dr. East www.GoElevateChurch.com Sunday Worship.... 9, 11 & 1 PM Youth Fridays......................7 PM
M.L. Congregational Church
6701 Miami Lakeway South Telephone 305-822-4313 Adult Sunday School........... 9 AM Children’s Sun. School..10:30 AM Worship.........................10:30 AM
Sunrise Presbyterian Church
18400 N.W. 68 Avenue Telephone: 305-821-5841 Worship...........................10:00 AM Servicio en Español,,,,,,,,11:30 AM
The Church of the Epiphany
15650 Miami Lakeway North Telephone: 305-558-3961 www.episcopalmiamilakes.com Sunday Eucharist............10:30 AM Children’s Sun. School...10:15 AM Adult Bible Study.............11:00 AM Misa en Español...............9:00 AM Escuela Dominical..........12:15 PM
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
8201 N.W. 186 Street Telephone: 305-829-0049 Spanish service.................9:00 AM English service................12:30 PM Tuesday Spanish).............7:00 PM Wednesday (English).......7:00 PM Palm Vista Community Church
Meeting at Miami Lakes Middle School Auditorium 6425 Miami Lakeway North Telephone: 305-822-6999 Worship Service....................10:30 AM
Temple Tifereth Jacob 5901 N.W. 151 Street Telephone: 305-557-2651 Call for Service Schedule
Iglesia Biblica Cristiana Español Servcios
6250 Miami Lakes Drive East Telephone: 305-557-1959 Sunday Service.................4:00 PM Wednesday Youth.............7:30 PM
Iglesia El Nuevo Comienzo
6701 Miami Lakeway South Services in Spanish Sunday service...............12:30 PM Thursday service..............8:00 PM
St. Andrews Lutheran Church
575 West 68 Street Telephone: 305-821-3622 Sunday service (English)...9:00 AM Sunday service (Spanish)10:30 AM Bible School......................11:00 AM
Voice for Jesus Church 4824 N.W. 167 Street
Telephone: 305-625-3787 Sunday service.................10:00 AM Youth Thursday..................7:00 PM Friday Prayer Service........7:00 PM
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Hialeah Church of Christ
Shula’s Hotel (Davis Cup Room) 6842 Main Street, Miami Lakes Telephone: 305-558-1060 Sunday Bible Study.............9:30 AM Sunday Worship Service.10:30 AM Sunday Evening Service...6:00 PM Wednesday Bible Study.....7:30 PM
Fulfilled Life Church
Country Club Middle School 18305 N.W. 75 Place Telephone: 786-378-2356 Sunday Service (Eng.).....10:30 AM
Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic Church
15801 N.W. 67 Avenue Telephone: 305-558-2302 Saturday Vigil Mass............5:00 PM Sunday services in English ...........9:30, 11:00 AM and 5:30 PM Sunday services in Spanish: ...........8:00 AM, 12:45 and 7:00 PM Daily services......7:00 and 8:30 AM Confessions: Saturdays.....3:30 PM
Mother of Our Redeemer Catholic Church
8445 N.W. 186 Street Telephone: 305-829-6141 Daily services (Spanish).....8:30 AM Saturday (English)..............5:30 PM Saturday (Spanish)............7:00 PM Sundays (English).....8 & 10:30 AM Sundays (Spanish) ................9 AM, 12:30 and 7:00 PM
North Palm Baptist Church
7801 N.W. 178 Street Telephone: 305-558-2032 Sunday School...................9:15 AM Sunday Worship...............10:15 AM
M.L. United Methodist Church
14800 N.W. 67 Avenue Telephone: 305-821-7274 Worship service.................10:00 AM Contemporary service.......11:30 AM (Child care and youth Sunday School during both services)
New Testament Baptist Church
6601 N.W. 167 Street Telephone: 305-558-4930 Sunday English service.......11:15 AM Sunday Spanish service.....10:30 AM Sunday School.....................10:00 AM Sunday School (Spanish)...11:30 AM Wednesday Children’s Ministry......................6:45 PM Wednesday Bible study........7:00 PM Wednesday Youth Group.....7:00 PM
Christ the Saviour Orthodox Cathedral
16601 N.W. 77 Court Telephone: 305-822-0437 www.OrthodoxMiami.org Saturday Vespers...............6:00 PM Sunday Liturgy..................10:00 AM
Palm Springs United Methodist Church
5700 W. 12 Avenue Telephone: 305-821-3232 Worship service................10:45 AM
(Editor’s Note: All information provided by individiual houses of worship. Confirm service times by telephone.)
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Truly a Family Home, completely remodeled, 4 large bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, huge pool built in 2017 with large paved patio for entertaining and fenced in for privacy. Beautiful new kitchen cabinets and S/S appliances, all tiled floors, wood stairs. $3,200 month and 2 months security deposit. Need 2 months pay stubs, verification of funds, police background check, Driver’s License and proof of employment. Call Debbie 305-788-5008. FOR RENT!
Most sought after villa, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, updated kitchen and appliances. Roof 2 years new, central a/C is 8 years, all tiled floors, fenced-in patio with storage room, 24hour security, clubhouse with racquetball, tennis courts, basketball, aerobic classes. No HOA approval. Washer/dryer in unit. Call Debbie 305-788-5008. FOR SALE!
Single family home in desirable neighborhood. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, full updated kitchen with extra pantry, family room and living room, formal dining room. Aluminum hurricane panels, new gas water heater, new roof after Wilma, 3 ton A/C, security bars in all windows and doors, ADT alarm, washer and dryer, electric stove, 2-car garage. Very well kept. Call Debbie 305-788-5008.
FOR SALE. Waterfront corner townhouse. Roof 2 1/2 years new, pressure cleaned and house painted in September. Built 1984, 1,687 square feet. Camera and ADT alarm and surround Bose system stays. Accordion shutter, central A/C 3 years new. Bathrooms updated, 3 large bedrooms, tile floors, carpet in bedrooms, Enjoy Clubhouse, Olympic-size pool, racquet ball, tennis courts. HOA $194 month. No HOA approval. Need police background check, proof of funds.
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6301 Simmons St., Miami Lakes
16410 Loch Doon Road, M. Lakes
LochNess Gardens in Miami Lakes. A one-story 6 bedroom, 5 bathroom custom-built masterpiece with two-car garage and circular concrete slab driveway. 4,480 total s.f. with lot size of 20,250 s.f. Situated on a ski lake with amazing views. Price includes the Luxury Package complete with state-of-the-art amenities upon request. Only two custom homes are available. $1,250,000. A10455130.
14325 Tabebuia, Miami Lakes
$$$Price Reduction$$$. Lowest price in the area. Home features 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, one-car garage, ready to move in. All bedrooms have walk-in closets. Big family room, updated kitchen with breakfast area. New A/C, washer/dryer, dishwaster, new impact front door and garage door. Circular stamped drivewa. Room for a pool. $454,990. A10534200.
15824 N.W. 81 Ct., Miami Lakes
Incredible opportunity to own in prestigious Silvercrest community. Home features 6 bedrooms, 5.5 bathrooms, and 2 master bedrooms, one downstairs and one upstairs. Large spacious kitchen, new porcelain floors upstairs. Home sits on oversized lot of 11,481 sf. Plenty of room for a pool. Located close to shopping centers, restaurants, top rated schools. Possible owner financing. $699,900. A10578372.
14310 Leaning Pine Drive Miami Lakes
Three bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, with lake view in desirable Miami Lakes. This property needs TLC. Home has endless possibilities. $409,000. A10621241/
Location, Location, Location! Great Miami Lakes Eagle Nest gem. Corner home has 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. Nicely remodeled with lots of room to grow. Home offers a maid/guest/in-law suite, 3 nice sized bedrooms, spacious master bedroom. Plenty of storage and closet space. Accordion shutters over all windoes. Spacious kitchen overlooking family room. Backyard is private. Property is close to all Miami Lakes has to offer. Walking distance to stores and restaurants. Minutes from major highways. REDUCED. $544,900. A10579897.
19001 East Lake Drive
Country Club of Miami. Gorgeous views of golf course, beyond breaktaking. Large living and dining area. Remodeled large kitchen and bath. Two oversized bedrooms w/large closets. Living-dining and master offer great views of golf course. Master bedroom suite with large shower & Roman tub. Extended covered patio. $325,000. A10609595.
7413 Loch Ness Dr., Miami Lakes
Amazing opportunity to own an immaculate home in highly desired Loch Ness. This home boasts large floorplan featuring 5 large bedrooms, 4 full baths, beautiful out-door area with a large pool, separate den overlooking pool area, much more. Plenty of natural light. Hurricane impact windows and doors, newer roof and A/C system. Located in the heart of Miami Lakes! $540,000. A10556488.
7480 Miami Lakes Dr., M. Lakes
Priced to sell, reduced $12,100. Great corner unit on top floor overlooking lagoon. Located near shopping centers, restaurants, movie theatres, A+ schools. Complex has common laundry facilities, elevators, child play area, tennis court, nice pool, ample pool deck for sunning, exercise room. Being sold “As-Is.” $205,000. A10558106.
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14531 Cedar Court, Miami Lakes
Excellent location. Spacious 5 bedroms, 3 bathrooms, pool home in Miami Lakes. Home features split floor plan with two master bedrooms, one master overlooking pool/patio area. Home to be updated to buyer’s tastes. Walking distance to Main Street shopping, plenty of great restaurants, shopping, movie theater, A+ schools and more. $525,000. A10609367.
2340 W. 74 Street, Hialeah
Alameda Jardins is a well kept community with under 50 units. This 2 bedroom, 2 bath first floor corner unit has an open floor plan, tile throughout, huge master bedroom, spacious walk-in closet, washer/dryer hook up, large patio. 2 assigned parking spaces. Low assciation fees. $199,500. A10550617.
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