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Popular ‘Paint a Picture for Mom’ event set for May 12 Miami Lakes Cultural Affairs Committee will host its annual “Paint a Picture for Mom” event from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 12, at Miami Lakes Picnic Park West, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue. Participants are invited to create a masterpiece for their moth-
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er, or any other influential women in their lives. Children of all ages will have an opportunity to be creative and paint something spectacular. Canvas, brushes, and paint will be provided free of charge. For free admission tickets, visit www.toml.eventbrite.com.
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Sen. Rene Garcia visits M.L. Chamber on May 9.....Page 8
Miami Lakes resident Armando Bernal IV appears on ‘Kid Stew’
Miami Lakes resident Armando Bernal IV will appear on South Florida PBS’s new show “Kid Stew.” Created by best-selling author James Patterson and hosted by a preteen cast, the show is about engaging older kids in reading, music, art and creative expression. Sketches, videos, fun facts, global virtual visits and guest appearances will take place on the show as well. Bernal is 11-years-old, and has lived in Miami Lakes his whole life. He is currently attending Hialeah Gardens Middle School, and is a Miami Lakes K-8 Center alum. “The absolute best part of being on ‘Kid Stew’ is getting the opportunity to meet so many cool people and make lasting friendships,” Bernal said. “Kid Stew” isn’t the only THE CAST of “Kid Stew” Top row: Luke, Madison and Blake. Middle row: Satine, Milena and Caroline. Front row: Armando (Please see Page 2) Photo credit: Kid Stew. Bernal IV, Nicholas and David.
Zonta Club’s ‘Viva Las Vegas’ set for May 19 at Shula’s Hotel
American High prevails in District softball title game
The Zonta Club of Miami Lakes (ZCML) still has tickets available for its annual signature fundraising gala, Viva Las Vegas 2018, on Saturday, May 19. The event will be held at Don Shula’s Hotel at 6842 Main Street. This year’s event features games of chance, luck or just plain skill. Cocktails are at 7 p.m. and games begin at 8 p.m. Priority reservations are available by mail or by payment through www.zontamiamilakes. org. ZCML is a 501(c) 3 not for profit organization, dedicated to improving the status of all women. All proceeds benefit local women’s charities and Zonta International. The club has been active in the town since 1984. If interested in membership in ZCML, contact Ruth Schobel at ruthschobel@ AMERICAN HIGH SCHOOLʼS softball team wins eighth con(See story on Page 18.) aol.com for further information. secutive District championship.
I Former mayor’s lawsuit I News and Notes of interest I Mater Lakes Academy prin- I Jose Marti MAST against Miami Lakes dismissed from the Town of Miami Lakes. cipal Rene F. Rovirosa honored Academy names three for by the Circuit Court...............2 See pages.........................6 & 7 by Florida Tax Watch...........12 Silver Knight honors.........23
I Registration opens for Main I Main Street Players close I David Marks named new I Community Calendar, 15, Street Players annual Children’s out This Random World on boxing coach at Shula’s School, sports and church news, Theatre Workshop.................4 weekend of May 4-6.............10 Athletic Club.......................19 18-27, Classified ads...28-31
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thing Bernal has acted in. Since he was 5-years-old, Bernal has been an actor. However, this isn’t his end goal. “I do plan to continue acting, but I also want to go into politics. I aspire to be the President of the U.S.A.” explained Bernal. Producing station South Florida PBS premiered the series on stations WPBT in Miami and WXEL in West Palm Beach on April 15 with marathons of the four, half-hour
episodes airing 8 to10 a.m. on channel 2 in Miami and 10 a.m. to noon on channel 42 in West Palm Beach. Encore presentations of the program will air with weekly episodes on WPBT/2 Fridays at 4 p.m. beginning April 20 and on WXEL/42 Sundays at 9 a.m. beginning April 22. South Florida PBS will distribute the series nationally to public television stations via American Public Television beginning May 1. For more information, visit www.wpbt2.org.
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M. Lakes Home Improvement and Decor Expo opens May 5 at Mary Collins Community Ctr.
Miami Lakes Neighborhood Improvement Committee will host its inaugural Home Decor and Improvement Expo on Saturday, May 5, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Mary Collins Community Center, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue. The event will offer an opportunity for residents to learn how to fix up their homes. Home improvement and interior decor related businesses and organizations are invited to exhibit, distribute literature, and provide information to the community about their services.
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Former mayor’s lawsuit dismissed by Circuit Court
A Miami-Dade Circuit Court dismissed a lawsuit last week filed against Miami Lakes by the town’s former mayor, Michael Pizzi, who’s seeking about $3 million for attorney fees for his 2014 criminal trial, according to a Town press release. A judge threw out the litigation on April 25, three years after Pizzi sued Miami Lakes. Following a series of bizarre depositions, Pizzi had to amend his lawsuit twice to resume pursuing legal action. The latest ruling is the third time the case was dismissed but Town Attorney Raul Gastesi said Pizzi is expected to appeal the court’s decision in hopes of forcing the town to pay his lawyers’ court costs from his bribery and kickback corruption trial. A jury acquitted Pizzi on all seven counts. “We believe the Appellate Court will agree with both prior judges that Mr. Pizzi does not have a viable case against the town,” Gastesi said. “Unfortunately, Mr. Pizzi is causing the residents unnecessary inconvenience to incur further and needless legal fees.” The town has reportedly spent more than $2 million in legal fees to fight Pizzi’s lawsuit. Pizzi’s team of high profile attorneys, Ed Shohat, Ben Kuehne, Michael Davis and Ralf Rodriguez, got him off the hook in 2014 after he was arrested on seven charges of public corruption.
Miami Lakes settled his civil lawsuit for attorney fees for about $400,000 when Pizzi sued Florida Governor Rick Scott for refusing to lift his suspension following his acquittal and the town for blocking his return to political office. Miami Lakes became part of the lawsuit to argue its case and tried to sway the Florida Supreme Court to uphold Scott’s decision but to no avail. Pizzi filed another lawsuit against the town in Circuit Court when then-mayor Wayne Slaton, who won a special election to replace him while awaiting trial, refused to give up his seat. The court ruled in Pizzi’s favor and the Third Court of Appeals upheld the decision, which returned Pizzi to the mayoral seat. Mayor Manny Cid said the lawsuit caused financial damage to Miami Lakes and hopes the latest court ruling finally puts an end to the legal drama. Pizzi told The Miami Laker his attorneys have filed an appeal saying both parties knew the case would be settled in the Appellate Court. “When I was reinstated as mayor, the Court of Appeals made the final decision.” He said his attorneys are also appealing court costs in the lawsuit against the town which a lower court threw out when he amended his litigation. “It’s not about the money, it’s about the principle.”
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Registration opens for Main Street Players Children’s Theatre Workshop The annual Children’s Theatre Workshop at the Main Street Playhouse located at 6766 Main Street is just around the corner. The Workshop for children 7 to 13 years of age provides a full theatre experi-
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ups, audition techniques, theatre games, improvisation, costuming, puppetry, scenic design and other technical aspects of theatre. The session provides handson experience, and gives young actors the opportunity to explore the many aspects of theatre. Imagination and creativity are encouraged through development and writing of original monologues and scenes. “Lion Kings for Kids” will be performed on the last friday of the workshop for family and friends. The workshop will take place from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. daily. The Workshop fee is $625 and is open to ages 7 -13. Early morning and late afternoon pick-ups are available for an additional fee. The fee includes a camp T-shirt, group photo and a personal headshot. For more information, or to register for the Workshop, visit the MSP website at mainstreetplayers.com or call the Workshop Coordinator, Dennis Lyzniak, at 786-395-7296. Space in the workshop is limited.
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Miami Laker Profile: Carlos Fernandez Guzman THE MIAMI LAKER
By David L. Snelling The Miami Laker staff Long before he became President and CEO of Pacific National Bank, Carlos Fernandez Guzman had his sights set on a law degree and worked at a bank to earn the money for law school. But after he learned how to convert a small amount of cash into a gold mine, law school became a distant memory. “When someone explained to me that I can take this and turn it into this, I redirected my focus to finance,” Fernandez Guzman said at his office on Brickell Avenue. “Accounting was good but finance is a good fit.” The longtime Miami Lakes resident is the white knight of struggling financial institutions which, among his other accomplishments, recently earned him a place in Miami Dade College Alumni Hall of Fame. The enshrinement ceremony took place on April 3 at Hilton Miami Downtown. Fernandez Guzman said the honor was so special since his family was there and accepted the award from a man who he venerates as a self-made man, MDC president Eduardo Padron. “I think so highly of Padron,” he said. “He’s a dear friend and
it was so special to me to receive the award from him. I am truly humbled and honored.” Fernandez Guzman attended Miami-Dade College after he graduated from Belen Jesuit Preparatory. His father died when he was a teenager and decided to stay home closer to his mother instead of enrolling in a college out of town. “Miami Dade College is your first step to success,” he said. While studying marketing and finance at Florida International University, Fernandez Guzman worked as a national and correspondent accounts manager at Southeast Bank. He later worked for Consolidated Banks for 10 years but left the banking industry for a while since he no longer was able to build a strong relationship with his clients, which paled in comparison to the commodity portion of the banking business. After helping companies that were struggling financially, Fernandez Guzman accepted a proposal to retool American Savings and kept it from insolvency. Instead of staying on board, he returned to his own business but later embraced an offer to rebuild Bank United, which he
CARLOS FERNANDEZ GUZMAN said the government blamed for the 2008 economic meltdown. According to published reports in 2009, BankUnited was a high-profile casualty of the banking crisis, its problems stemmed largely from its forays into risky housing loans. The bank specialized in an exotic type of mortgage made to people living outside the U.S. who wanted to buy property in Florida. But Fernandez Guzman said Bank United was not at fault and pointed to its mark as once again the most profitable bank in the state of Florida.
According to the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp., the Miami Lakes-based bank reported a profit in the first quarter in 2017 of $66.2 million, moving ahead of St. Petersburg-based Raymond James Bank, which had been the most profitable bank in Florida for the previous two quarters. “We got blamed for something we didn’t do,” he said. Despite the success of Bank United, two banks turned him down for their President and CEO positions because of the blame for causing the economic crisis. So, since Fernandez Guzman has a knack for rebuilding companies and banks, he asked for a financial institution that was in the worst possible shape, Pacific National Bank. “I wanted a bank that the government was angry at, and a bank many thought that couldn’t be saved,” he said. “In 2010, I got Pacific National Bank back on its feet.” The private commercial bank was acquired by four Greenwich, Connecticut investors in 2014, and expanded for the first time since it started over 30 years ago to Coral Gables, Pinecrest and Aventura. At one point, Pacific National Bank was ranked 23rd in
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terms of assets among South Florida-based banks with a reported $378.9 million. Fernandez Guzman said he’s passionate about his job and he loves to help people accomplish their dreams. But his biggest award extends beyond his banking office. As chairman of the Chapman Partnership in conjunction with the Miami-Dade Homeless Trust, Fernandez Guzman helps less fortunate people bounce back on their own feet. The organization focuses on empowering the homeless to achieve self sufficiency and independent living. Miami Lakes has been Fernandez Guzman and his family’s home for more than 30 years. He and his wife raised their three children here, and he was president of the Miami Lakes Optimist Club where they played sports. Fernandez Guzman remembers the cow pastures and watched Miami Lakes become a full-fledged city. “It’s like watching a child grow,” he said. “We have the best parks and good families and friends. The Grahams did a fantastic job with the community and it is unparalleled to any other city.”
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Town hosts Media Tech Summit at Ana G. Mendez University on June 7
Businesses are the heart and center of the economic activity in Miami Lakes. There are over 2,300 registered small and big businesses in Miami Lakes that contribute to the economic impact in the region. In order to help local businesses continue to grow and stay updated with the latest technological trends, Miami Lakes Economic Development Committee will host a strategic popup event, “The Social Media Tech Summit,” from noon to 7 p.m. on Thursday, June 7, at Ana G. Mendez University, 15201 N.W. 79 Court, in Miami Lakes. The event will be presented
by title sponsor Came Group, an international new business in Miami Lakes. The official media partner is South Florida Business Journal, and an iPad raffle will be sponsored by CopyTech360, another Miami Lakes business that specializes in providing IT services. Lunch will be powered by Dr. Limon of Miami Lakes, followed by talks and presentation by renowned industry leaders, with a closing networking activity. The event is free but limited to 200 registrants and registration is required by visiting https://socialmediatech.eventbri te.com.
Town will offer choice of three summer camps starting June 11
With the school year nearly over, it’s time to start planning for summer activities for the kids, and the Town of Miami Lakes, in partnership with the YMCA and other community organizations, will be offering several summer camp programs. YMCA Summer Camps will be available 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. from June 11 through August 17 at two Miami Lakes locations. Campers will participate in field trips, physical activities, themebased activities, friendship, songs and chants, arts and crafts, enjoy nutritional lunches, and be coached by YMCA mentors. Children, ages 5 to 15 years
Sponsors sought for July 4 event
Sponsorship registration is now open for Miami Lakes 15th annual Fourth of July Concert and Fireworks Show. The Cultural Affairs Committee and the Town will celebrate Independence Day on Wednesday, July 4. To become a sponsor of this year’s festival, contact Clarisell De Cardenas at decardenas@ miamilakes-fl.gov.
old, can participate in the YMCA Summer Camp at Royal Oaks Park, 16500 N.W. 87 Avenue, and will have a choice of a Traditional Camp ($124 per week), a Sports Camp or Dance Camp ($160 per week), or Leaders in Training (for teens only at $90 per week). There is a one time $50 registration fee. Teens, ages 13 to 15 years old, can choose the YMCA Summer Camp at Miami Lakes Youth Center (The Spot), 6075 Miami Lakes Drive East. Cost is $90 per week plus a one time $50 registration fee. A Code Explorers Summer Camp, hosted by the awardwinning 501c3 non-profit organization dedicated to teach-
ing, motivating and expanding participation in computer science, technology and engineering using mobile technology and learning, will be held from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. for two weeks from June 11 through June 22, at Miami Lakes Optimist Park Clubhouse, 6411 N.W. 162 Street. Children, ages 7 to 13 years old, will participate in such classes as Internet of Things, Virtual Reality of Gaming, 3D Modeling, and Engineering Career Explorations. The cost is $220 per week For more information on these programs, call 305-3676622, or email royaloaks@ ymcasouthflorida.org.
Miami Lakes Youth Center will be hosting several fun and exciting programs for middle and high school students at “The Spot” from 6 to 8 p.m. during April at 6075 Miami Lakes Drive. Friday, May 11 - Open Hang Night. The Youth Center is equipped with a billiard table, table tennis, indoor basketball shootout game, Xbox One, and more. Bring friends for a night of fun and games.
Wednesday, May 16 - Finger Painting Night. Bring out a creative side for this fun night with a finger painting contest and more. Wednesday, May 23 – Luau Night. Hula skirts, Lei necklaces, pineapples, beachcomber hats and more. It’s a Hawaiian celebration at The Spot. For more information about the Youth Center programs, visit www.miamilake-fl.gov/thespot, or call 305-819-7768.
The Spot has several events for Town teens during May
2018 Home Beautfication contest opens for residents
In conjunction with the “I Heart Miami Lakes” campaign, Miami Lakes Neighborhood Improvement Committee (NIC) is inviting residents to participate in the 2018 Home Beautification Contest. The contest will recognize residents who take special pride in improving their homes and landscaping. The winner will be awarded with a $1,000 Home
Depot gift card and a commemorative lawn sign to be placed on their front yard. The winner will be announced at the July 25 Town Council meeting. To enter your personal home or a neighbor, visit http://bit.ly/ 2018BeautificationContestFor m to complete the application. For more information, visit www.miamilakes-fl.gov/nic.
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Varied events planned for senior citizens during May
Miami Lakes Elderly Affairs Committee (EAC) has several events planned for Miami Lakes seniors during May. For those events requiring reservations, participants are asked to contact Nathalie Garcia at 305-3646100, or by email to garcian@miamilakes-fl.gov. Colon Health: Prevention and Early Detection of Colorectal Cancer. In partnership with Mount Sinai Medical Center, a health workshop will feature guest speaker Dr. Kiranmayi Muddasani, board certified in colorectal and general surgery. Muddasani specializes in minimally invasive treatment of a wide variety of colon and rectal diseases, such as colon and rectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, ulcerative colitis, and Crohn’s disease. The workshop will be held from 11 a.m. to noon in Town Hall Council Chambers, 6601 Main Street, on Tuesday, May 8. A light lunch will be served sponsored by Mount Sinai Medical Center. Reservations are requested by Monday, May 7. Tech Forum: Saturday, May 26, from 10 a.m. to noon, at Mary Collins Community Center, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue. Seniors will learn about the advantages of smartphones and how to navigate Apple and Android products. Participants will also learn how to use social media apps such as Facebook and Instagram. Lunch Bunch and Bingo: An opportunity to socialize and make new friends while having fun and enjoying nutritious
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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:
Town Council Regular Meeting Tuesday, May 1, 6:30 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Youth Activities Task Force Meeting Wednesday, May 2, 7:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Cultural Affairs Committee Meeting Thursday, May 3, 7:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. DR. KIRANMAYI MUDDASANI lunches provide by Giardino Gourmet Salads. Lunch dates are from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Wednesdays, May 9 (sponsored by Chen Medical Centers), and May 23 (sponsored by Palm Medical Centers). Seating is limited and reservations are required. Miami Marlins Field Trips: Miami Lakes residents 65 years and over are invited to “Wellmax Senior Thursdays” at Miami Marlins games. Free transportation is provided to the Marlins Stadium. The bus will depart at 4:30 p.m. (unless other time noted) from Miami Lakes Optimist Park Clubhouse, 6411 N.W. 162 Street. Seating is limited and reservations are required. The first field trip is scheduled for Thursday, May 10.
Break out the camera or smartphone and capture a winning shot in Town’s ‘Capture a Miami Lakes Moment’ photo contest
The Town of Miami Lakes is hosting Round 3 of the “Capture a Miami Lakes Moment” photo contest with a chance for photographers to win a great prize and be recognized at the September Town Council meeting and have their photo featured on the Town’s website. The contest offers an opportunity to capture the hometown feel and stunning views of the Miami Lakes community while depicting a favorite place or thing to do in the Town. Rules for the 2018 “Capture a Miami Lakes Moment” contest:
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• Photos must be taken within Town boundaries. • Photos of landscape, buildings, parks and scenery are recommended. • Photos must be in JPEG format, 300 dpi (dots per inch) and not smaller than 800 pixels wide by 600 pixels high. Submit photos to http:// bit.ly/2018CaptureMLPhoto Comp. For more information, contact Ashley Shepple at 305-3646100, ext. 1143 or shepplea@ miamilakes-fl.gov.
Public Safety Subcommittee Meeting Tuesday, May 8, 6:30 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Town Manager Selection Committee Meeting Tuesday, May 8, 7:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla.
Elderly Affairs Committee Meeting Wednesday, May 9, 8:30 AM Miami Lakes Optimist Clubhouse, 6411 N.W. 162 Street, M. Lakes, Fla. Veterans Committee Meeting Thursday, May 10, 6:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Education Advisory Board Meeting Thursday, May 10, 6:30 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla.
Economic Development Committee Meeting Tuesday, May 15, 5:30 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Budget Workshop to discuss Business Plan F/Y 2019 Tuesday, May 15, 6:30 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Planning & Zoning Board Meeting Wednesday, May 16, 6:30 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Neighborhood Improvement Committee Meeting Thursday, May 17, 7:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Public Safety Committee Meeting Tuesday, May 22, 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 accommodation to participate in the proceedings 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 April 27, 2018 at Miami Lakes, Fl. Gina Inguanzo, Town Clerk
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Four students from Miami Lakes Middle School were picked as the winners for the Optimist International Essay contest, and the first place recipient and runner-up will compete for the grand prize of a $2,500 college scholarship. The school joined forces with Optimist International, the governing body for the Optimist Club of Miami Lakes, for the contest thanks to teacher Denise Cueto who was instrumental in getting the students to write an essay on the topic of “Where are my roots of Optimism.” Aishat Fatusi won first place in the contest, followed by Kristen Moye, who was the runner-up, Romaine Bennett finished third and Estrella Guzman came in fourth place. PICTURED (from left) Optimist Club’s Jim Hamilton Fatusi and Moye qualified to and Essay winners Aishat Fatusi, Estrella Guzman, compete in the Optimist Kristen More, Romaine Bennett and Miami Lakes International South Florida Middle School teacher Denise Yeakey. District competition in Miami Springs, where the top winner receives $2,500. The experience helps students enhance their public speaking skills and the opportunity to earn money for college. Longtime Miami Lakes Optimist Club member Jim Hamilton said he hopes more students will compete next year. “It’s a great way to gain experience on public speaking and the opportunity to win money for college,” he said. To apply for the next year’s contest, call 305-216-9615.
Miami Lakes Chamber of Commerce welcomes State Senator Rene Garcia as guest speaker on May 9
State Senator Rene Garcia will be the guest speaker at the next Miami Lakes Chamber of Commerce luncheon meeting scheduled for 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, May 9, at Shula’s Hotel Grand Ballroom. The organization’s monthly gathering opens for networking with lunch to follow at noon. To reserve contact Marta Diaz at 305-556-2212, or email mdiaz@miamilakeschamber. com. Deadline to reserve a table is Friday, May 4, at noon. Garcia is the son of immigrant parents from Cuba and was born and raised in Hialeah. IN 1997, he was elected to the Hialeah City Council, and in 2000, was elected to the Florida House of Representatives, serving eight years, and elected to the Florida Senate in 2010. Throughout his years of public service, Garcia has been a relentless advocate for children, and ensuring that Florida residents have access to quality healthcare. He currently is chair of the Children, Families, and Elder Affairs Committee, Vice Chair of the Appropriations Subcommittee on Finance and Tax, and serves on the Appropriations Subcommittee on the Environment and Natural Resources, Subcommittee on General
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MDC’s Hall of Fame event raises $2 million THE MIAMI LAKER
Three Miami Lakes residents were among the 14 inductees into the 2018 Miami Dade College Hall of Fame and helped break fundraising records for the highest sponsorship and attendance. The April 3 16th Annual Hall of Fame induction ceremony at Hilton Miami Downtown raised $2 million, where more than 1,000 guests were on hand to
watch MDC’s President Dr. Eduardo J. Padron recognize the honorees for their career accomplishments, public service and having a positive impact on the community. The 2018 honorees are notable for their work as impresarios, public servants, and business and civic leaders in a variety of industries that range from music and broadcasting to
banking and public safety. To date, more than 350 alumni have been inducted. Miami Lakes residents Carlos E. Fernandez-Guzman, president and CEO of Pacific National Bank; Harry Wayne Casey of KC and the Sunshine Band; and Miami Police Chief Jorge R. Colina were among 14 honorees. Fernandez-Guzman was honored for his expertise in
the banking industry, Casey was inducted as a music legend and Colina for public safety. The funds raised will be used for scholarships for current and future MDC students. About 109 individuals and organizations from the community were sponsors, including one of the
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College’s chief benefactors The Mitchell Wolfson Sr. Foundation. Other top sponsors were OHL-Arellano, City National Bank, Lennar Found-ation, Leon Medical Centers, and Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd.
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This is the fourth and final weekend for This Random World at Main Street Playhouse (MSP) located at 6766 Main Street. The talented cast of seven has succeeded in bringing
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Preview of May 1 Miami Lakes Town Council meeting The Miami Lakes Town Council held its May 1 regular meeting, where lawmakers were expected to approve two ordinance and a host of resolutions including business contracts. • Lawmakers were expected to give their initial approval for an ordinance to create a provision in the town’s code for proper paint colors for commercial and industrial buildings. The ordinance stems from Councilmember Marilyn Ruano’s proposal to address standards for architectural and designs for commercial buildings, where some structures can be painted different colors such as hot pink, purple and lime green. The Town’s Planning and Zoning Board passed an ordinance in April for the town to create a color palette for the buildings to reflect the city’s code for architectural designs and painting of structures. • Council members were expected to give their initial approval for an ordinance for the One-for-One Policy, which would delete obsolete provisions of the town’s code when a new regulation is adopted to eliminate the requirement of 12 copies of plans subject to a site plan public hearing as a companion item to the color regulations on business, industrial and commercial areas. • Lawmakers were expected to approve a resolution which authorizes a project to be added to the town’s Transportation Master Plan and to provide funding through the budget to extend the westbound outer left
turn lane on N.W. 154 Street by 180 feet approaching N.W. 77 Avenue to provide for more queuing capacity for southbound Palmetto traffic and throughput capacity for westbound traffic. The project is expected to cost $350,000. • Council members were expected to approve a resolution which authorizes the Town Manager to execute two contracts for grounds maintenance services for Miami Lakes Optimist and Royal Oaks parks. The town awarded the threeyear contracts to Brightview Landscape and Green Source Landscape and Sports Turf for a total of $738,970 a year. • Council members were expected to approve a resolution which instructs the Town Manager to apply for an FDOT County Incentive Grant Program for the N.W. 59 Avenue Roadway Extension and Redevelopment project for $4 million. Council members also approved a resolution to support the county’s donation of the property located at 6100 N.W. 153rd Street, to Miami Lakes as part of the project. • Council members were expected to approve a resolution for a proposed charter amendment to extend council members’ term limits from 8 to 12. The amendment will be placed on the November ballot. • Council members were expected to approve a resolution that authorizes a work order to R.J. Bear and Company for construction engineering and inspections services for the town’s Safe Routes to School program for Miami Lakeway North/South Project in an amount not to exceed $80,000. • Council members were expected to authorize the Town Manager to piggyback off Pembroke Pine’s contract with FPL Security Services in amount not to exceed budgeted funds to purchase security guard services for the town’s special taxing districts. The contract calls for Miami Lakes to spend about $800,000 a year for the services.
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Lakes lawyer Nayib Hassan runs Boston Marathon THE MIAMI LAKER
By David L. Snelling The Miami Laker staff Even the torrential downpour couldn’t stop Nayib Hassan from crossing the finish line at this year’s Boston Marathon. The Miami Lakes resident was among the 30,000 plus runners who competed under rough weather conditions, as the 500,000 rain-drenched spectators on hand cheered
them on during the 26-mile journey. The event was a life-long dream of Hassan, who trained for 20 weeks to prepare for the world’s oldest annual marathon, which started in 1897. The event’s course runs from Hopkinton in southern Middlesex County to Copley Square in Boston on Patriots Day, a state holiday in Massachusetts on the
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THE APRIL 16 TOURNAMENT of the Miami Lakes Duplicate Bridge Club was held as part of the Town of Miami Lakes 2018 Senior Games. Pictured (from left) winning pairs were Dave Oliver and Janet Lieberman (1st place); Edith Fish and Gitta Kastner (2nd place); and Brenda Williams and Pat Blomberg (3rd place). The Duplicate Bridge Club meets Mondays at 11:45 at Mary Collins Community Center and welcomes new players and members. For information, contact Oliver at 305-822-9680, or Carol Seiderman at 954-6297886.
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love,” he said. “It was nice running into a lot of people along the way. During the race, there were people every step of the way screaming at you to finish the race. The whole town of Boston was great and the race can’t compare to any other race I’ve run in.” Hassan started running in marathons in 2006, including the Miami Mini Marathon and Disney Mini Marathon. But the Boston Marathon is the “Granddaddy” of all marathons and Hassan made it a goal to compete in New England’s most widely viewed sporing event. After he was invited to compete in the race, he trained in Miami Lakes, where he ran about 50 miles a week. Hassan, who has an affinity for weight lifting, said he lost 20 pounds to give him a better shot at competing, engaging in better eating habits and cycling. Hassan said he still plans to run in the Miami Mini Marathon every two to three
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Senator Rene Garcia recognized for 20-year public service career PAGE 12
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SENATOR RENE GARCIA is honored by Miami-Dade Commissioner chairman Esteban Bovo Jr. during a 20-year anniversary event at Hialeah Park Racing and Casino.
Miami-Dade County Commission Chairman Esteban Bovo Jr. paid homage to State Senator Rene Garcia by presenting a proclamation during an event at Hialeah Park Racing and Casino for his 20 years of public service to the community. Garcia, who previously served on the Hialeah City Council and in the State House of Representatives, is term limited and seeking Bovo’s District 13 seat on the County Commission seat in 2020. Bovo, who is also termed out, is rumored to be running for mayor. “I have been blessed with an amazing team throughout the years,” Garcia said to the crowd. “I will be forever be grateful for your service to our community and more importantly for your friendship and love. Thank you for making me look like a rockstar.”
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Mater Lakes Academy principal Rene Rovirosa honored by Fla. Tax Watch Principal Rene F. Rovirosa of Mater Lakes Academy (MLA) was named one of the top nine principals in the State of Florida by Florida TaxWatch. On April 19, Florida TaxWatch held their Principal Leadership Award dinner, and amongst the three nominees in the high school category, he was awarded the top principal. Florida TaxWatch is an independent, nonpartisan, nonprofit taxpayer research institute. Florida TaxWatch established its Principal Leadership Awards Program in 2014. The criteria used to name the top three principals per grade division (elementary, middle and high school) is not done through a nomination basis, but it is data driven. Florida TaxWatch bases its criteria on data received from the Florida Department of Education, using assessment scores, learning gains, and the percentage of students that are English Language Learners (ELL), Special Education (SPED) and economically disadvantaged and their progress. Mater Lakes Academy had a 4 percent increase in learning English and Language Arts and a 14 percent increase in learning Mathematics. Mater Lakes Academy exceeded both the state and district percentage of proficiency at 71 percent. “I am honored, there are no
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dlers. Best for ages 18 months to 3 years old. Space is limited. Scheduled at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, May 17. Movies and Stories for Kids – Enjoy watching some favorite movies with families and friends. Made possible by the Town of Miami Lakes Education Advisory Board at 3 p.m. on Wednesdays, May 9, 16 and 30. Zumbini – Happy hour for parents and baby to sing, dance and play in bonding with their child. Made possible by the Town of Miami Lakes Education Advisory Board at 11 a.m. on Thursday, May 10. Paws to Read – A reading program designed to improve the literacy skills of children through the assistance of therapy dogs who serve as literacy mentors. Bring a book or
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the Knight Foundation on Tuesday, May 22, at 4 p.m. Teen Club Presents: Foldscopes – Discover Foldscopes, a portable and versatile microscope made mostly of paper that magnifies the microscopic world without the bulk of conventional research microscopes. Made possible by the Town of Miami Lakes Education Advisory Board at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, May 8. For Adults: Meditation Classes – Join in for meditation derived from Raja Yoga, a discipline that helps develop inner calm, clear thinking and personal well being. Scheduled for 11 a.m. on Fridays, May 4, 11, 18 and 25. iLuma (inter-generational literacy using music and art) is an arts integration program that combines music, literature, world culture and art with read-
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The Latino Center on Aging (LCA), in partnership with Miami Lakes Elderly Affairs Committee, will host an Alzheimer’s Conference in Spanish to educate and inform Spanish-speaking Miami Lakes residents of all the latest information on the disease. The conference will be held on Wednesday, May 16, from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the
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Civil Air Patrol participates in 7th annual SAFEE expo event The Civil Air Patrol (CAP) members from Florida Wing Civil Air Patrol (FLWG) Group 7 participated in the South Florida Aviator Fly-In and Educational Exposition (SAFEE). The exposition is currently in its seventh consecutive year at the Signature Flight Support hanger in the Miami Opa Locka Executive Airport. The first day of the event on Friday, April 20, billed as SAFEE K-12 Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Day, members from Miami Senior Squadron One manned the static display of the CAP aircraft and the recruiting table, and played hosts to more than 2,000 students of the Miami-Dade and Broward school systems, who had been bussed in for the event. The second day was open to the public, and featured an aviation career fair with $25 discovery flights, drone exhibits, flight simulators, a touch and go flying competition, fly-in and aircraft displays, food trucks and a family fun zone. These activities were supported by 38 seniors and cadets from Group 7 Headquarters, Senior Squadron One, Opa-Locka Cadet Squadron, Tamiami Composite Squadron and Homestead ARB Cadet Squadron. Before being dispatched to their duty stations for the event, CAP members were briefed by the Group 7 Commander, Lieuten-
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Master Sergeant Michael Kamaritis of the Opa-Locka Cadet Squadron said, “This is an outstanding event for CAP cadets to attend. Besides having fun, we explored learning opportunities, future career options, and practical aerospace CAP seniors and cadets are pictured at the 2018 SAFEE education. We also gained lead- event at Opa Locka Airport. ership experience and earned community service hours.”
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The Town of Miami Lakes has scheduled the following classes and recreation activities during May:
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Jazz 1 Ages 5-7 Tuesdays 4:30 pm MCCC Jazz 2 Ages 7-9 Tuesdays 5:30 pm MCCC Jazz 3 Ages 9-11 Thursdays 4:30 pm MCCC Jazz 4 Ages 11-16 Thursdays 5:30 pm MCCC Just Run Ages 5-14 Tues./Thurs. 4:30 pm MLPW Martial Arts Tots Ages 6-8 Mon./Wed. 4:30 pm MCCC Martial Arts Beginners Ages 7-9 Mon./Wed. 5:30 pm MCCC Martial Arts Intermediate Ages 8-10 Tues./Thurs. 4:30 pm MCCC Martial Arts Advanced Ages 11-16 Tues./Thurs. 5:30 pm MCCC Open Hang Nights (Themed Nights) Ages 11-17 Select Wed./Fri. 6:00 pm MLYC YMCA After School Care [$] Ages K-8th Grade 2:00 to 6:00 pm RACC YMCA After School Care [$] Ages K-8th Grade 2:00 to 6:00 pm MLYC Hook a Kid on Golf [$] Ages 7-12 Wednesdays 4:00 pm Shula’s GC Archery [$] Ages 7-10 Mondays 4:00 pm MLOP Archery [$] Ages 11-17 Fridays 4:30 pm MLOP Bricks 4 Kidz [$] Ages 5-12 Mondays 6:15 pm MLYC
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6:30 pm MLPW 9:00 am MLPW 6:30 pm RACC 11:00 am MCCC 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
The Town of Miami Lakes, homeowners associations, professional and volunteer groups have scheduled meetings during May:
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Local high school softball and flag football teams performed well in district championship action in late April. American High’s softball team won its eight consecutive 15-7A district championship, defeating Hialeah, 10-2, to advance to the regional playoffs. American shutout Krop, 15-0, in the district semifinal, as Ashley Alfonso pitched a no hitter and recorded seven strikeouts. Also, Monsignor Edward Pace’s softball team won the the 15-5A District title with a 15-1 victory over Mater Lakes Academy, and the two rivals might meet in the regional playPACE HIGHʼS softball team won the 15-5A District champi- offs. onship and heads to regional playoffs. Meanwhile, Barbara Goleman’s softball team lost to Miami Springs in the 15-6A District championship game but will play in the regional since the Gators are district runnerups. www.miamilaker.com Goleman edged Hialeah Miami Lakes, 3-2, in the district semifinal, making a clean sweep over the Trojans for the season and advanced to the title game against Miami Springs. Goleman was led by Aaliyah Borno, Adriana Bueno, Alicia Urrutia, Kayla Morales and Megan Perez. According to MaxPreps, the HML Trojans finished the season 10-4 and placed third in the district. Hialeah Miami Lakes was led by Lailah Baez, Kiara Guzman, Karina London and Carmen Pardo. For football, the Pace Spartans’ flag football team won their fifth district championship in the last seven years with a 120 shutout over Carol City and are headed to the regionals.
BARBARA GOLEMANʼS softball team beat Hialeah Miami Lakes in District semi-final but lost to Miami Springs in 15-6A District title game.
HIALEAH MIAMI LAKES softball team was edged by Goleman in District semifinal but finished the season at 10-4 for third place in the District.
Shula’s Golf Club hosts Game of Thrones tourney Since its opening in 1963, Shula’s Golf Club, then known as Miami Lakes Country Club, has hosted an annual memberguest tournament. Each year, the event had themes like Country Western, Irish, Mardi Gras and countless others. This year was like no other, with the popular “Game of Thrones” TV show as the theme. For three days, 28 teams of members and their guests competed for prizes in five different skill flights each named after the houses in the popular TV show: House Stark, House Targaryen, House Lannister, House Baratheon and House Tyrell.
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After three days of golf, food and fun, including a final-day five team shootout, long-time member and clutch putter Miguel Salguero and his very skillful guest Jorge Iglesias from the House of Baratheon were crowned champions of the 2018 Shula’s Golf Club member-guest tournament. The fun did not stop there. As Director of Golf Kenny Fill served as master of ceremonies for the dinner and awards session inside Shula’s Steak house, two special guests, Tyron Lannister and Daenerys Targaryen, mingled with and posed for photos while carrying on medieval conversations.
By Kayleen Padron The Miami Laker staff David Marks may be new at Shula’s Athletic Club, but he has almost 50 years of experience in boxing. Marks was a professional boxer up until the 1970’s, but has continued his passion for the hobby long since then. He’s taught around the globe, and has made his way to teaching the sport at Miami Lakes. Marks began his journey teaching at the Canal Zone Penitentiary in Panama in the early 70’s where he was temporarily assigned as a corrections officer. Before that, he turned pro in the mid 60’s, even boxing in Panama in the years before he began working for the prison. “When I walked into my first day at the penitentiary, all the cons knew me,” reminisced Marks. “Boxing is a big deal in Panama. A lot of them saw me fight before,” Warden Walter E. Trout decided to include Marks in an experimental boxing program for the inmates. Soon enough, the program progressed to include U.S. Army boxers and even world champion professionals who participated in sparring and boxing exhibitions SHULAʼS GOLF CLUBʼS Game of Thrones event featured with the prisoners. Once the Panama Canal Princess Daenerys Targaryen, guest Juan Munoz, Tyrion Lannister and member Frank Rivas.
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Treaty was ratified, Marks moved to Israel in the late 1980’s. There, he taught boxing to kids in a bomb shelter that was later turned into a gym. “It was nice,” Marks said. “It was really beyond what I’d imagine.” Shortly after, Marks moved back to the states and continued teaching at the South Florida Boxing gym facility in North Miami Beach. He was elected into the Florida Boxing Hall of Fame as a coach, and worked as a community service officer in the Hollywood Police Department. “I was retired, but I didn’t really want to retire,” Marks laughed. Currently at Shula’s, Marks teaches all possible age groups, and trains according to the necessary difficulty level. Anyone can join, and anyone can learn
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Former Pace High standout Lorenzo Hampton Jr. makes impact on FIU baseball
Our Lady of the Lakes Dad’s Club hosts 24th annual golf tournament at Shula’s May 4
Florida International University outfielder Lorenzo Hampton Jr. is making a big Our Lady of the Lakes impact for the Panthers this sea- Catholic School’s Dad’s Club is son. hosting its 24th annual golf The Miami Lakes resident charity event, which starts at and former Monsignor Edward 10:30 a.m., Friday, May 4, at Pace High standout is batting Don Shula’s Hotel and Golf .274 with 22 runs, 28 RBI and Resort. eight home runs. The event also includes an Perhaps his best performance awards dinner and banquet and of the season came against auction. Grambling University in April All auction and raffle items when Hampton Jr. went 7-for-12 were donated by local businesswith two home runs and seven es as well as members of the Our RBI’s, lifting the Panthers to a Lady of the Lakes Parish School 12-7 victory at home. and local community. Hampton Jr., who played his Tough economic conditions LORENZO HAMPTON JR. two college seasons at make it difficult for the OLL California, is the son of former Dad’s Club to meet the yearly Miami Dolphins running back donation needs without help Lorenzo Hampton Sr. from people and businesses. The Panthers (18-21) are still They will be recognized on alive in the C-USA Conference, tournament promotional materihoping to finish the season als received by the participating strong and earn a berth in the golfers and attendees. Their Two Florida International postseason. donations will also be acknowlUniversity track and field standedged at the awards banquet. outs demonstrated strong perFor more information, call formances in the long jump and 305-362-5315. high jump during the University of Miami Hurricane Alumni Meet in Coral Gables, with one student-athlete breaking her own school record. The former American High standout Christian Williams in • 2 Hours Daily Tutoring (Reading, Math) the long jump, recorded a 7.02m • Sports, Dance, Arts & Music for two third-place finishes during the two-day event. • Lunch, Snacks, Table and Wii Games Clarissa Cutliff broke her • Movies and Weekly Field Trips own school record in the high jump during the recent event. Two locations: She set the previous mark at 16451 N.W. 67 Ave., Miami Lakes 1.82 m and blew away the old 62 West 49 St., Hialeah mark with a height of 1.85 m.
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Goleman’s badminton team captures District title, the third in five seasons Barbara Goleman High’s badminton team recently won the district title, giving the Gators three championships in five seasons. During the day-long district tournament, Goleman recorded 17 points to take the title after competing against Krop, Carol City, Hialeah Gardens and Mourning. The Gladiators and the Chiefs were tied for district runner-up with 10 points. Alyssa Moore led the Gators by winning the girls’ singles title, and Gabriella Lopez was the runner-up. For the boys’, Carlos Vigo finished in first place in singles competition, and Brandon Jorge
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Graduation ceremonies planned in May Three Pace students honored for Miami Lakes area public, private schools at Star Awards Luncheon
The 2017-2018 Miami-Dade Public school year is drawing to a close. Join these Miami Lakes area schools in celebrating their success and hard-work at their graduation or promotion ceremonies. Some are through invitation only, contact schools for more details. Monday, May 21: •Dade Christian SchoolsKindergarten Promotion, 6601 N.W. 167 Street, at 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 23: •Dade Christian SchoolsFifth Grade Promotion, 6601 N.W. 167 Street, at 8:30 a.m. Thursday, May 24: •Dade Christian SchoolsSenior Baccalaureate, 6601 N.W. 167 Street, at 7 p.m. Friday, May 25: •Monsignor Edward Pace
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By Raquel Edmundson Special to the Miami Laker Pace High School seniors, Isabella Gonzalez, Ariana Gutierrez and Jorge Jebian, were honored with the Star Student Award by the Independent Schools of South Florida (ISSF) at its 28th Annual “Star Award” Luncheon on April 18 at the Miami Airport Convention Center with over 900 guests in attendance. The ISSF unites accredited nonpublic schools to collaborate, share information and celebrate the success of its students.
Each year the organization bestows the Star Awards to students from over 70 accredited schools and two parochial school organizations. These Spartan “Star Students” were each selected based on their success and contributions in academics, community service, athletics, citizenship and many other factors. The trio was joined at the event by their proud family members and Pace administrators, including Pace principal Ana Garcia and director of guidance, Carla Giberson.
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Additionally, her organization has aided students in developing countries like Panama, Colombia, and Cuba. Her organization has been able to donate educational goods like uniforms, notebooks, pencils, pens, erasers and other types of school supplies. Sanchez has also fundraised money through her nonprofit organization to help St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and the American Cancer Society in the hopes that children battling cancer will have the opportunity to complete their education. She has an unweighted grade point average (GPA) of 4.0, and is in the early admissions program at Florida International University because she’s exhausted the math and science curriculum at JMMA. Chelsea Escarmant is the Science Silver Knight nominee and was nominated because of her contributions through the Key Club. She is the president of the club, and has spent over 375 hours knitting and crocheting scarves, hats and sleeping mats for the elderly and people
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ANDREA SANCHEZ in need. Miami residents and a nursing home in Colombia have benefitted from her service. Despite having to overcome obstacles like being the primary care-giver to her autistic younger brother, and taking the most rigorous curriculum a student at JMMA could enroll in, she found the time to give back in a way that others would not think of. Aaron Valdes Lobeiras is the Athletics Silver Knight nominee and is a varsity athlete on the Barbara Goleman badminton team and was on the swimming team last year. Although he attends Jose Marti MAST 6-12 Academy, he is eligible to play sports at his home school. Although he does not have transportation to participate in these sports, he committed himself to the team and would get to practice either through public transportation or making the 2.8 mile walk.
CHELSEA ESCARMANT Along this path, he has lost sets of uniforms, was robbed once, fell asleep on the bus and wound up at the end-of-the-line parking lot. He invested close to 400 hours in his Food Rescue Program. He is currently the Food Rescue Student director for Florida and he founded the program at the school where he collected, packaged and deliv-
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AARON LOBEIRAS ered the unconsumed food to non-profit organizations. The most outstanding part of the project is the sustainability. He is not physically attending JMMA, because he is in early admissions at Miami-Dade College. However, he left 15 students who are able to run the operation and he’s already appointed his predecessor for when he heads off for college.
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By Guadalupe Cabrera Special to The Miami Laker On April 5 through 8, Key Club members at Barbara Goleman Senior High School (BGHS) achieved great success at the District Education and Leadership Conference (DCON) that took place in Orlando. The BGHS club took home 16 awards in a variety of fields, including seven awards in the Distinguished Club section, first place in the Bronze Division for Key Club Service and second place for their project display board. DCON allows students to run for leadership positions. Chang Lee and Huzaifa Bin Abdul-Rahman were among those to run for district board positions. These positions also come with extensive training, which include various workshops to attend. Some are in financial literacy, club budgeting and member recruitment. “Key Club is a family. It’s a very demanding club, so it can be tough sometimes. We have experienced so much with each other that we now have a bond which makes it even harder to say goodbye to the seniors this year,” said Bin Abdul-Rahman.
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Bob Graham Edu. Center students joined the Hope for Autism team at Autism Awareness Day on April 2
BOB GRAHAM EDUCATION CENTER (BGEC) shared autism awareness with the Bobcat family on Autism Awareness Day, April 2. The students wore light blue shirts and partnered with the Hope for Autism Team, making donations to University of Miami’s Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (UM-CARD) of Miami Lakes, where many students within the town receive services free of charge. BGEC’S front office was beautifully decorated with puzzle pieces throughout. Students in the Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Units participated in a day filled of activities as well. Acceptance is power, and BGEC believes its halls are filled with superheroes. Pictured (front, from left) Alejandra Garcia, Zoe Trinidad, Angelina Blasco, Sebastian Ramirez, Anabelle Estopinan, Sofia Socorro, Mia Sotolongo and Daniella De Varona; (back, from left) Noah Cid, Sean Davis, Jeremy Matthews, Andrea Araluce, Matthew Capute, Natalie Garcia, Ava Castillo, David Gomez, Zoe Jones, Savannah Covin and Julia Moreno; (standing in back, from left) Parent ASD Representative Claudia Luces, principal Yecenia Martinez and assistant principal Elizabeth Hernandez.
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Pace High’s Vanessa Perez-Robles attends Pace High holds Battle of Yale University prestigious summer event the Bands fundraiser for By Raquel Edmundson dents and guide them in making sister schools in Haiti Special to the Miami Laker meaningful impacts as young
Vanessa Perez-Robles, a junior at Monsignor Edward Pace High School (Pace) has been accepted into the Yale University Young Global Scholars Program which will take place this summer on the university’s campus in New Haven, Connecticut. The Young Global Scholars Program is a highly selective leadership program available to high school students from around the world. It is designed to unite the most talented stu-
leaders, even before they begin their university studies. This year’s program drew in of over 6,000 applicants from 130 countries for the various interest programs available. Perez-Robles was one of only 250 applicants chosen specifically for the Applied Science and Engineering session. The session is designed for students who have an interest and want to further explore the application of physical, computer sciences and engineering. VANESSA PEREZ-ROBLES
Spanish Lakes Elementary (SLE) holds a Teacher of the Year and Rookie Teacher of the Year parade and show during the last week of school to honor the two extraordinary individuals. Classes and individual stu-
dents create a song, dance or poem to be presented in honor of these two events. In addition, the chorus, band, Ruby dancers and cheerleaders perform. This year, there will also be a special tribute to Spanish Lake Elementary's 10 year anniver-
Spanish Lake Elementary honors three retiring teachers on June 1
By Raquel Edmundson Special to the Miami Laker Students at Monsignor Edward Pace High School (Pace) held their annual Battle of the Bands & DJs showcase on April 19. This event has been a Pace tradition for the past 18 years and is organized by the school’s Mission and Campus Ministry clubs. Performers had the opportunity to sign up and reveal their musical talents before an enthusiastic audience of classmates. The proceeds for the Battle of the Bands and DJs will go to
Pace’s three sister schools in Haiti through local missionary organization, ‘Amor en Acción’. This year, the show raised almost $4,000, the highest amount ever collected for the event. Pace strives to continually provide a helping hand to their sister schools and donations are accepted throughout the year. For more information, or to donate, contact director of campus ministry, Andres Novela at anovela@pacehs. com.
sary. On June 1 at Royal Palace Ballroom in northwest Miami Dade, SLE's End-Of-The-Year Extravaganza will honor three retirees. Retiring from SLE this year after years of dedication to the teaching profession will be fourth grade teacher Zulema Almanza, speech teacher Karen Mohardt and Exceptional Student Education (ESE) Adriana PACE STUDENTS performing and enjoying the recent Battle Rutledge. of the Bands.
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Mater Lakes Academy qualifies eight students for FBLA National competition
Mater Lakes Academy (MLA) had 42 students who competed at the Future Business Leaders of America’s (FBLA) State Leadership Conference (SLC). The FBLA SLC was held March 15-18 in Orlando. “The students spent several weeks preparing for their state competition. Especially the students that had not competed before,” said FBLA sponsor Giovanni Lorenzo. This is the first time that MLA STUDENTS (from left) Octavio Calvo, Simon Cato, Natalie Lopez, Derek Velez, Kathryn Kalouf, Rosa Aleman, MLA has had eight students qualify during the SLC to attend Isabella Milanes and Maria Reyes. the National Competition. Katheryn Kalouf, Isabella Milanes and Rosa Aleman placed in first in the E-Business category. Simon Kato, Derek Velez and Natalie Lopez placed in second place in Mobile Application ool h Design. Octavio Calvo took fifth c rS Afte are place in Global Business categoC ry and Maria Reyes placed fifth in Insurance and Risk Management. FBLA members will compete at the National Leadership Conference in Baltimore, Maryland from June 28 until July 1. This four-day conference is the highest level of competition for FBLA members. Students achieving national ranking can earn scholarships through FBLA and their partners. “It is amazing what our students have been able to accomplish over the years, it seems like each year we have more and more students qualify,” said principal Rene Rovirosa.
M. Lakes Congregational’s Spring Tea set for May 12 The UCC Women of Miami Lakes Congregational Church, “Doers of the Word,” will host their 10th anniversary Spring Tea at 3 p.m.. on Saturday, May 12, in the Fellowship Hall at 6701 Miami Lakeway South. “Tea for Ten!” is this year’s theme to commemorate the group’s 10 amazing years with highlights of memorable moments. The event features delicious food, great entertain-
ment, fabulous prizes, and, of course, Tea. Advance tickets (a suggested donation of $10 per person, $5 for ages 10 and under) will be available on Sunday, May 6, in the Fellowship Hall at 11:30 a.m. immediately following Morning Worship. For more information, contact the church office at 305-8224313.
THREE GENERATIONS attended the UCC Women of Miami Lakes Congregational Church Spring Tea in 2016. Pictured (from left) MLCC member and grandmother Ruby Holihan, with granddaughter Elizabeth, and daughter, Cathy.
MLK-8 Center Class of ‘14 reunion planned for May 22 It has been four years since the 2014 senior class at Miami Lakes K-8 Center enjoyed “A Night in Paris” for their 8thgrade dance, visited Islands of Adventure together, and shared the Ollie Owl as the class mascot. The MLK-8 Senior Class Reunion Committee is inviting all 8th-grade graduates, who are currently high school seniors, to a reunion from 2:45 to 5 p.m. on
Tuesday, May 22, at the school. Interested attendees are asked to RSVP via text to 305-9513652 or via email at 2018miamilakesk8seniorreunion@gmail.com, provide name, phone number and email address. In addition, email or text a senior photo. Alumni must present current high school ID in order to enter the event.
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M. Lakes Congregational recognizes nonagenarians Members and friends of Miami Lakes Congregational Church (MLCC) paid tribute to their nonagenarian members (ages 90 to 99) in a special celebration weekend. The distinguished group, affectionately known as the charter class of “JOY” (Jesus’ Older Youth), were commemorated at a luncheon at Trattoria Pampered Chef on April 14, and again on April 15 during Worship Services with a reception following the service. Receiving honors for their membership, dedication and contributions to the church, were MLCC charter member
and Realtor Rosa Nell Hammer, retired Miami Lakes Elementary teacher Cherie George, longtime Miami Lakes resident Rosemary Fritch, retired teacher Pansy Williams, retired dentist Dr. John Williams, and retired professional dancer Gloria Haydock. In addition to receiving special recognition from MLCC, Certificates of Recognition were presented by Miami Lakes Mayor Manny Cid, Councilmember Luis Collazo, and MLCC founding member and former Senator Bob Graham.
Pace’s Daniella Conde selected for Youth Institute
By Raquel Edmundson Special to the Miami Laker Monsignor Edward Pace High School (Pace) Junior Daniella Conde has been selected to attend the Youth Leadership Institute (YLI) this summer at the University of Chicago from June 28 to July 1. Conde will be joining over 450 rising seniors across the U.S. and Puerto Rico for this week-long national college empowerment event. As an event hosted by the Hispanic Scholarship Fund, the YLI is a highly selective program designed to give young leaders like Conde the practical tools needed to successfully apply to top universities, have full access to scholarships and financial aid opportunities, and established a path toward academic and career success.
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Miami Lakes Area Houses of Worship
Fulfilled Life Church Telephone 786-378-2356 Country Club Middle School 18305 N.W. 75 Place Sunday Service (Eng.)..10:30 AM
Sunrise Presbyterian Church
Telephone: 954-435-1313 www.faithisthevictoryfellowship.com Sunday Service.....................10:30 AM (Cobb Theaters – 6711 Main Street) Theatre 17
Elevate Church
M.L. Congregational Church
6701 Miami Lakeway South Telephone: 305-822-4313 Adult Sunday School...................9 AM Children’s Sunday School.....10:30 AM Worship.................................10:30 AM
18400 N.W. 68 Avenue Telephone: 305-821-5841 Worship.................................10:00 AM (Children’s Church) Servicio en Espanol...............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 Sunday School.....10:15 AM Adult Bible Study.......................11 AM Misa en Espanol......................9:00 AM Escuela Dominical................12:15 PM
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Palm Vista Community Church
Meeting at Miami Lakes Middle School Auditorium 6425 Miami Lakeway North Telephone: 305-822-6999 Worship Service....................10:30 AM
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Iglesia El Nuevo Comienzo
6701 Miami Lakeway South Services in Spanish Sunday service.......................12:30 PM Thursday service.....................8:00 PM
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6250 Miami Lakes Dr. East www.GoElevateChurch.com Sunday Worship..............9, 11 & 1 PM Youth: Fridays..............................7 PM
8201 N.W. 186 Street Telephone: 305-829-0049 Spanish service.............................9 AM English service.......................12:30 PM Tuesday (Spanish).........................7 PM Wednesday (English)....................7 PM
MLCC CHARTER MEMBER ROSA NELL HAMMER (center) receives a Certificate of Recognition during a nonagenarian celebration in April from (left to right) Miami Lakes Councilmember Luis Collazo, Senator Bob Graham, and Mayor Manny Cid.
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Iglesia Cristiana Reformada Vida Nueve
5941 N.W. 176 St., Bldg. #5 Telephone: 305-244-9425 www.icrvidanueve.com
Hialeah Church of Christ
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Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic Church
15801 N.W. 67 Avenue Telephone: 305-558-2202 Sunday services in English 9:30, 11 AM and 5:30 PM Sunday services in Spanish 8 AM, 12:45 PM and 7 PM Saturday services 8:30 AM, 5 PM Daily services 7 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 Saturdays (Spanish) 7 PM Sundays (English) 8 & 10:30 AM Sundays (Spanish) 9 AM, 12:30 PM, 7 PM
North Palm Baptist Church
7801 N.W. 178 Street Telephone: 305-558-2032 www.NorthpalmBaptist.org Sunday Bible Study.................9:15 AM Sunday Worship....................10:30 AM Wednesday Service..................7:00 PM
M.L. United Methodist Church
14800 N.W. 67 Avenue Telephone: 305-821-7274 www.miamilakesumc.net Traditional Worship Service.10:00 AM Contemporary Service..........11:30 AM (Child care and children’s/youth Sunday School during both services.)
New Testament Baptist Church The Gathering Place
6601 N.W. 167 Street Telephone: 305-558-4930 Sunday Service..........................11 AM Bible Study ............................9:45 AM Wednesday Bible Study...........7:00 PM Wednesday Youth Group.........7:00 PM
Orthodox Cathedral of Christ The Saviour
16601 N.W. 77 Court Telephone: 305-822-0437 Home of The Orthodox Book Center Sat. Vespers.................................6 PM Sun. Matins............................8:40 AM Sun. Liturgy...............................10 AM Sunday School & Inquirer Classes
Palm Springs United Methodist Church
5700 W. 12 Avenue Telephone: 305-821-3232 Worship Service...................10:45 AM
Voice for Jesus Telephone 305-558-1060 4824 N.W. 167 Street (Temporary meeting location) 305-625-3787 Shula’s Hotel (Davis Cup Room) Sunday service......................10:00 AM 6842 Main Street, Miami Lakes Sunday Bible Study.................9:30 AM Youth service.........................10:00 AM Sunday Worship Service.......10:30 AM Children services...................10:45 AM (Nursery provided) Sunday Evening Service..........6:00 PM Wednesday Bible Study...........7:30 PM (Editor’s Note: All information provided by individual houses of worship. Confirm service times by telephone.
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Eddie Rodriguez, Broker/Owner RE/MAX Unique Realty Lake Katharine Shopping Center 6167 Miami Lakes Dr. East, Miami Lakes, FL 33014
305.822.7444
RE/MAX Realty 1 5631 Biscayne Boulevard Miami, FL 33137
305.822.8216
Spacious 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2-car garage. Home offers open floor plan, high volume wooden ceiling throughout the living area, cherrywood kitchen cabinets, Granite counter, tile floors, accordion shutters. 8-year old roof. Pool has been totally redone.
Vera Cox
305-542-1944
vera.cox@coldwellbanker.com
Debbie Lee Wilson, Realtor
Website: www.wesellfloridanow.com
Broker-Owner Eddie Rodriguez
eddierebroker@gmail.com
Closing Agent/Attorney
305-817-2170
Palm Springs North, Miami Lakes, The Moors, Broward, Lakes on the Green, Esplanade, Single Family, Townhomes
THINKING OF SELLING • BUYING • RELOCATING • RENTING • SHORT SALE • FORECLOSURE?
Call your Local Hometown Realtor • Making dreams come true since 1988. Debbie Lee Wilson 305-788-5008 • www.DebbieLeeWilsonSellHomes.com • Wildebb1@gmail.com
Beautiful single family home. Home is child proof and every room is safe. 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, lots of upgrades, new pool and jacuzzi with safety features, new updated kitchen w/granite countertop, extra large pantry, spacious living and family room, true 2-car garage. Master has enclosed A/C deck on 2nd floor, All tiled, wood upstairs, 2 masters, 1 on 1st floor. Full clubhouse facilities. 24-hour gated security. No HOA approval required. Call Debbie 305-788-5008. FOR SALE!
Step into a nice surprise. This very spacious 3 bedrooms, 2 updated bathrooms home features a fully updated kitchen w/extra cabinet space, 2,637 adjusted sq. ft. Beautiful wood floors. Master is spacious w/a sitting area for office or TV room, Roman bathtub, and his & hers closet spaces. Washer and dryer located in laundry rom. True 2-car garage. Roof is 5 years new. Large fenced back yard with plenty room for a pool. Home is priced right.
Call Debbie 305-788-5008. FOR SALE!
Palm Springs North. This home is an original in a family community. 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, garage can be converted to a third bedroom and enough room for a 2nd bathroom. Roof is 5 years old. Does have an attic and can install central A/C. Home is solid, just needs some TLC. Great family community. Miami-Dade County patrolled night and day. Lot size is 11,623 sq. ft. Call Debbie 305-788-5008.
Hot Listing. Corner townhouse, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, living room and separate dining room. updated kitchen and appliances. Tiled floors except master has carpet. Plenty of guest parking and 2 assigned parking spaces in front. 1,545 sq. ft., built in 1982. Close to I-75 and 826. Security features 24-hour patrol, gated community. Olympic size pool, Nautilis equipment, basketball, racquetball, tennis and kiddie playground and pool. Call Debbie 305-788-5008. FOR SALE!
Beautiful Lakes on the Green updated single family home. All 4 bedrooms are large, 2.5 updated bathrooms. 2,728 sq. ft. Amazing pool 15X30 feet, 6 foot deep, In a Key Weststyle setting. Wood floors and stairs throughout. Updated kitchen w/wood cabinets and granite counter top. Spacious master w/ nice sitting area and super large bathroom. A loft can be an office. Large family and living room. Truly a family entertaining home. Call Debbie 305-788-5008. FOR SALE!
Gorgeous Lakefront Home For Rent! Home features new Central A/C, beautiful tiled floors, new wood floors in master bedroom. 2-car garage. Unlimited use of clubhouse facilities, Olympic pool, basketball court, tennis and racquet ball courts, aerobic classes. Family community w/24-hr. security, roving security patrol. $2,200 month, 1st, last and 1 month security deposit. Application requires 2 months pay stubs, background check, financial statement. Call Debbie 305-788-5008.
Extremely well kept lakefront home. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, with 1-car garage in highly sought after Miami Lakes on Sable Drive. 1,873 sq. ft. living area built in 1969. New A/C, all appliances 1-year new. All tiled floors. Roof 14 years well kept. Great schools, low taxes. Spacious enclosed Florida room overlooking tranquil lake. Relax on a floating raft. No association fee. Great neighborhood. Call Debbie 305-788-5008. SOLD
FOR RENT. ELEGANT! Single family 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 2-story, built 1991, 2-car garage, Central A/C 8 months old, roof 8 years old. Tile and wood floors. Very nice patio, patio furniture stays. 1,939 sq. ft. $2,400 month, 1st, last and 1 month security. Community has olympic-size pool, clubhouse, tennis, racquet ball, baseketball. No HOA approval. Will need 2 months pay stubs, background and credit check.
Call Debbie 305-788-5008.
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Arlene S. Wallach, P.A., CRS Thinking about buying or selling?
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Featured Property
MIAMI LAKES. Gorgeous 5/3 looks like a model with master suite w/master bath, master jr. suite w/Jr. master bath, 3 other bdrms. w/oversize common bathroom. Dual A/C unit, custom kitchen w/top of line appliances, 2 living rooms and 2 dining rooms. 2-car garage. Open terrace overlooking great view of Lake Martha. Owner ready to sell. Make an offer! FOR SALE – REDUCED $731,900.
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NEW LISTING
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16865 N.W. 78 Avenue - Royal Oaks
Own the most move-in ready home currently available in all of Miami Lakes. Meticulous detail, 3 bed/2 bath home w/ new kitchen, custom renovated bathrooms, all marble floors, generous living areas. New PVC fencing, spacious covered terrace and easily maintained backyard. $539,000.
NEW PRICE
8836 N.W. 151 Terr. - West Lake Gardens
Beautiful 3 bed/2 bath home has new gourmet kitchen w/all S/S appliances, cozy breakfast area. Plenty of living rooms, accordion shutters and walk-in closets in all bedrooms. Recently paved driveway. 2 master suites w/master baths. Generous covered terrace. Fenced back yard. Home is currently undergoing modern renovation. $450,000.
SOLD
7210 Gleneagle Drive - Loch Lomond
This one of a kind Miami Lakes home features unparalled lakefront views and is now the most recent sale in the Arated community of Loch Lomond. Home offers 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and sports almost 3,500 sq. ft. of living area and sits on an oversized 15,000 sq. ft. lot. $860,000.
NEW LISTING
15625 N.W. 82 Court - Royal Palm Estates
Stunning home in private and guarded community. Originally 4 bed/2.5 bath home redesigned with 3 large bedrooms and 3,000+ sq. ft. living area on oversize lot. All impact doors/windows, high vaulted ceilings. New gourmet kitchen. Enclosed patio/game room & pool/spa area. $677,000.
NEW PRICE
0 N.W. 168 Terrace - Royal Oaks
Empty Waterfront Vacant Home Site For Sale! Extremely rare to find - this perfectly located lot is one of the last remaining lakefront lots available. Site is located in private, guard-gated community in the heart of Miami Lakes. $375,000.
SOLD
7960 NW 167 Terrace - Royal Oaks
Lakefront 4 bedroom/3 bathroom (plus den) home with modern remodeling throughout. Top-of-the-line kitchen with all S/S appliances. Great natural lighting. Private covered terrace in master overlooking unique courtyard pool area, covered patio and lakefront views. $600,000.
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NEW LISTING
15243 S.W. 39 Street - Riverstone
Enjoy the tranquility of living in a Tropical Oasis. This lakefront 5 bed/4 bath home features all 5Star amenities in over 4,100 sq.ft. Large lot. All marble & wood floors, new modern master bath and oversize master closet. Covered terrace overlooking generous pool area. $939,500.
6820 N. Augusta Drive - Country Club of Miami
Luxurious 7 bedroom/4.5 bath home with endless panoramic golf course views. Home sits on a double lot and features keystone accents & soaring volume ceilings. Remodeled kitchen, oversize dining room, fireplace, breakfast area. Generous pool area. Totally fenced in, full size tennis court. $998,000.
SOLD
8818 N.W. 169 Terrace - Sevilla Estates
This modernly detailed and turn-key 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home is officially the highest sale EVER in the community of Sevilla Estates. It’s always nice to sell above asking price, esecially when it’s 25K ABOVE asking and in under 30 days! $485,000. (Originally asking $460,000.)
NEW PRICE
16752 NW 77 Place - Royal Oaks
Rise and shine in this elegantly-built and gated smart home. Sitting on an oversize lot, this 5 bedroom, 5 bathroom powerhouse features top-ofthe-line finishes incl. grand master suite with his & hers closets, a 3-car garage and 4,000 sq. ft. NOW 100K OFF ORIGINAL PRICE. $987,500.
PENDING SALE
8340 NW 154 Terrace - Royal Palm Estates
5 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom home located in highly desired & guarded community. Oversized corner lot. Double volumn ceilngs at entry, vaulted ceilings throughout. 3,604 s.f. home with all custom finishes. Large covered terrace overlooks generous backyard & pool. $719,000.
SOLD
14402 N.W. 87 Court - Serenity Point
Gorgeous 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom home features an open floor plan with generous living areas, and almost 1,700 sq. ft. This starter home offers an expansive backyard and has officialy been sold by us ABOVE apraised value.$385,000.
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