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Vol. 44, No 14
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‘Feed the Homeless Meters’ now installed at 5 locations in town
On June 21, five “Feed the Homeless Meters,” to benefit the homeless in Miami-Dade County, were unveiled throughout various locations in Miami Lakes – one on Main Street, and the others at the Town’s main public parks. The installation of these meters are a result of work done by 7th grade students of the Civic Engagement Academy (CEA at Bob Graham Education Center. During the past school year, these students researched issues impacting local, state and national communities. One of these areas is homelessness and affordable housing. In November, the students were hosted by Camillus House CEO Hilda Fernandez on a tour where they saw first-hand issues related to homelessness. In January, the students spoke with Ron Book, chairman of the Miami-Dade County Homeless Trust, who became a mentor to them. As a result, they lobbied state legislators on expanding affordable housing opportunities throughout Florida as well as proactively seeking ways to help the homeless in local communities. The students became aware of Miami-Dade County Homeless Trust’s Feed the Homeless Meter program that had been in place for many years in various locations throughout the county, but not in Miami Lakes. The program takes repurposed former parking meters
BOB GRAHAM EDUCATION CENTER CEA students are pictured at the Feed the Homeless Meter unveiling on June 21 at Picnic Park West. that are wrapped in artistic designs by Romero Britto, and provides an opportunity for people to deposit loose change with every penny going directly to provide support for the homeless. Subsequently, the students met with Mayor Manny Cid who placed an item on the February council meeting agenda for discussion on recommendations for meter placement in the Town. The item supporting placement of one meter in each of the four main Town parks passed unanimously. Then, they met with Graham Companies officials, Andrea
Town’s Youth Programs on display at Open House July 21 Miami Lakes will host an Open House on Saturday, July 21, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Optimist Park Clubhouse, 6411 N.W. 162 Street, for residents to learn about the Town’s youth programs and to start registra-
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tions for the fall schedule. Programs to be presented include Archery, Ballet, Golf, Martial Arts, Jazz, Code Explorers, Bricks 4 Kidz, YMCA, Soccer, Baseball, Softball, and Flag Football.
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Town receives $3.6 million grant to complete extension of N.W. 59 Avenue roadway The Town of Miami Lakes is a big winner for a multi-million dollar grant to complete a roadway extension project to connect commercial and industrial areas as well as build bike lanes and sidewalks. The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) awarded Miami Lakes the County Incentive Grant Program for $3.6 million to help finance the N.W. 59 Avenue Roadway Extension and Redevelopment Project. Last year, the Town budgeted $4.2 million for the project which also may include RV and boat storage yards for residents. The program was created to provide grants to municipalities to improve transportation facility including transit, which is located on the State Highway System (SHS) or which relieves traffic congestion on the SHS. The N.W. 59 Avenue Project provides greater interconnectivity within the town’s boundaries and presents an opportunity to reposition the N.W. 151/153 streets corridor as a hub of
commercial activity. In addition, the project proposes a complete street network that will provide the muchneeded bike lanes and sidewalks that will allow school students to be able to safely access their schools through alternative modes of transportation. Miami Lakes thanked staff members Carmen Olazabal, chief of Capital Improvement Projects and Special Services’ Michelle Gonzalez, Senior Transportation Planner;, and Renee N. Jean, Grants Administrator; who all worked diligently on the grant proposal. “This is yet another example of why it's vitally important to foster good intergovernmental relations with all stakeholders,” said Mayor Manny Cid. “Thank you town staff for working hard on the grant application and presentation. Our entire transportation program is very close to being fully funded. Kudos to the entire Town Council for always staying focused on achieving our strategic goals.”
Rechichi and Anne Little, who were supportive of the project and agreed to a meter placement at the heavily trafficked area near the Main Street fountain. All five meters are now in place and ready to accept donations and the students will continue to work with the MiamiDade County Homeless Trust on the maintenance of the meters and collection of the funds raised. Community leaders and CEA students participated in the meter unveiling on June 21 including Cid, Vice Mayor Frank Mingo, Councilmembers Ceasar Mestre and Nelson Rodriguez, Ron Book, Hilda Fernandez, Andrea Rechichi, and Anne Little, as well as BGEC CEA teacher Jackie Hernandez and Bobcat Law Society president Ramiro Inguanzo. The Feed the Homeless meters are located at the playground areas at Royal Oaks Park, Picnic Park West, Optimist Park, the Spot Youth Censer, and near the Main Street foun- N.W. 59 AVENUE roadway extension project and surrounding projects are outlined in red above, made possible with the tain. $3.6 million grant received from FDOT.
I Veteran Graham construction I News and Notes of interest I Optimist Club closes suc- I Pace’s Vanessa Perezmanager, Larry Nienaber, retires from the Town of Miami Lakes. cessful Flag Football travel sea- Robles attends Yale’s Global from 28-year career...............2 See pages.........................6 & 7 son with awards.....................14 Scholars Program...............18
I Main Street Players present I Humans of Miami Lakes: I Miami Lakes K-8 Center I Community Calendar, 11, Five Women Wearing the Same Yoga enthusiast and local leader Pre-law students raises funds School, sports and church news, Dress until August 12.............3 Claire Zovko............................8 for M-Dade Animal Shelter..18 14-21, Classified ads...20-23
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Miami-Dade County Commission Chairman Esteban Bovo Jr., was elected chairman of the South Florida Regional Transportation Authority’s (SFRTA) governing board. The County Commission tapped Bovo, whose District 13 includes the Town of Miami Lakes and the City of Hialeah, to serve as its representative on SFRTA’s governing board. Broward County Mayor Tim Ryan was elected vice chair of the board. Bovo also chairs the MiamiDade County Transportation and Mobility Committee, and he MIAMI-DADE COMMISSION Chairman Esteban Bovo, (left) serves on the Unincorporated and Broward County Mayor Tim Ryan (right), were elected Municipal Services Commiteee chair and vice-chair, respectively, for the South Florida and the Strategic Planning and Regional Transportation Authority’s governing board. Government Operations Committee. Ryan served as chair of the Do you have a family member or friend that needs SFRTA’s governing board from daily activities, exercises, socialization and care? 2016 to 2017. Ryan was elected to the Broward County Board of County Commissioners in November 2012 and became “Miami Lakes Only Adult Day Service” mayor in 2014.
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Larry Nienaber, a 28-year veteran construction manager for The Graham Companies, was honored by his fellow employees on June 29 as he “hung up his boots” and officially retired. Unofficially, he can still be found on the third floor of The Graham Companies office where he is briefing other commercial construction managers on ongoing projects, and the history of those he has priced, designed, and constructed during his watch. Among the many major projects Nienaber managed during his career were all four of the Parkside office buildings in Business Park West, Laurel Court and Promenade office buildings in Town Center, Lakeside A and B commercial buildings in Business Park
West, conversion of the former American Express building for Walgreen’s and Alorica in Business Park West, the Attorney’s Title, Delta, and Schering Merck buildings in Business Park West, the Leroy Collins office building in Business Park West, Ana Mendez University, the Eagle Nest Center office and retail building in Town Center, and the renovations and expansion of the Cypress Village Shopping Center. Those projects, along with hundreds of renovations to existing buildings and offices, and many more tenant improvement projects, were successfully managed and completed within budgets by Nienaber during his extensive Miami Lakes career. Best wishes to a really nice guy and a true professional!
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Main Street Players present Five Women Wearing the Same Dress until August 12 at the Playhouse
CAST of Five Women Wearing the Same Dress includes (standing, from left)Thiana Berrick, Amanda-Lynn Williams, Lorena Estevez and Rei Capote as Mindy. (Kneeling) Icela Photo credit Dennis J. Lyzniak. Marliese.
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Welcome Home celebration for Florida gubernatorial candidate Gwen Graham Bob and Adele Graham, along with their family, will host a “Welcome Home” party for their daughter, Gwen Graham, a candidate to become the next Governor of Florida. The special homecoming celebration will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, July 25, in Pavilion A at Picnic Park West, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue. Senator and Mrs. Graham
expressed their appreciation to Latin American Grill for offering refreshments for the event guests. The Graham family looks forward to having residents meet their daughter, Gwen, and learn about her goal to become the first woman Governor of Florida. For more information or RSVP, contact casey@gwengraham.com.
Main Street Players (MSP) located at 6766 Main Street is presenting Five Women Wearing the Same Dress running from now until August 12. Written by Alan Ball and directed by Tatyana-Marie Carlo, the comedy consists of a young and talented cast that have been rehearsing six days a week since June 25 to bring this play to life. The cast consists of Icela Marliese as Frances, Lorena Estevez as Meredith, AmandaLynn Williams as Trisha, Thiana Berrick as Georgeanne, Rei Capote as Mindy and Kevin Rubi as Tripp. Showtimes are on 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 members/Industry $20 with I.D. presented at door. Tickets may be purchased in advance at www.mainstreetplayers.com, or at the box office 60 minutes before show time. For more information, contact Patty Fernandez at FORMER GOVERNOR Bob Graham, and his daughter, (786)344-7551. Gwen, a 2018 Florida gubernatorial candidate.
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Dr. Nury Zurbano started practicing dentistry in Hialeah in 1978, but moved to the Town of Miami Lakes two decades ago to continue her passion. Zurbano married her husband in 1979 at Our Lady of the Lakes. Dr. Victor Christoph had met Zurbano while practicing in the late 70’s on Lincoln Road at Miami Beach. Fast forward to 2018, they both own and operate their own practice, Family Dentistry and Orthodontics of Miami Lakes located in the Cypress Village Professional Building at 7480 Fairway Drive, Suite 103. In addition to the husbandwife team, their daughter Dr. Kristina Marie Christoph recently joined the practice after her residency in Dallas. The family of dentists have roots all throughout Miami Lakes. Which is why, after eight years of being apart from her family and the town, the youngest Christoph decided to come back home.
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“It’s wonderful to be back in the town that I hold near and dear to my heart,â€? Christoph said. “I have many childhood memories in Miami Lakes, like going to see movies in the summer at Main Street, then eating at Johnny Rockets, going trickor-treating at Main Street, shopping for the holidays‌.I also love the family-oriented, small town feel of Miami Lakes.â€? The Council of Scientific Affairs (COSA) of the American Association of Orthodontists recently awarded Christoph the Thomas M. Graber Award of Special Merit on May 6 at the annual meeting hosted in Washington D.C. The award is only given to four orthodontists each year from all around the country. The award was given to Christoph for her research in understanding better methods to improve the bone’s response to tooth movement. “This award embodies our practice’s mission,â€? explained
Christoph. “To provide our patients with the latest, highest standard of treatment based on sound research evidence. We strive to provide our patients with the very best care possible, and this requires either staying current or participating in the latest research.� In addition to being a Dade Christian alum and operating a business in Miami Lakes, Christoph and her family also participate in local events. They’ve served as sponsors for the Our Lady of the Lakes Spring Festival as well as the Miami Lakes Spring Fling. They were one of the sponsors of the town’s Ice Cream Social in July, and are active members in the Miami Lakes Chamber of Commerce. For more information about the family practice, visit www.miamilakesdentalortho.c om or call (305)557-4381.
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Preview of July 17 Council meeting Full primary ballot facing By David L. Snelling The Miami Laker staff At its July 17 regular meeting, the Miami Lakes Town Council was expected to approve two ordinances, a host of resolutions and several new business items. • Council members were expected to give their final approval for an ordinance to complete the buildout of the town’s sidewalks network, requiring the repair of existing sidewalks damaged by construction work. The ordinance also calls for future sidewalks to be developed consistent with the town’s adopted Complete Streets plan. • Council members were expected to give their initial approval for an ordinance to adopt and ratify the non ad-valorem special roll and special assessment district rates for the town’s Special Taxing Districts for Security Guard Gates and Lake Maintenance. The final assessments must be approved no later than September 15. • Council members were expected to approve a resolution to tentatively keep the same rate for property taxes, 2.3353 mills, for the next fiscal year. The proposed rate is projected to generate at least $7.1 million in tax revenues. But the town may lose about
$350,000 if voters approve the additional $25,000 Homestead Exemption in November. However, a possible increase in property values may offset the lost of property tax revenues. Lawmakers will vote on a final tax rate and budget during two budget hearings scheduled for Tuesday, September 4 at 5:05 p.m. and Tuesday, September 18 at 6 p.m. at Miami Lakes Town Hall. • Council members were expected to approve a resolution to adopt new initiatives, goals and revised priority of the 2025 Strategic Plan for Miami Lakes, which includes responding to the Parkland shooting massacre with reintroducing public safety a key component, revised an Achieve National Recognition as a model town for creativity, education, innovation and use of technology. • Council members were expected to approve a resolution requesting the county road impact fees accumulated by construction projects in Miami Lakes be used for the Palmetto Underpasses project. The project includes creating two new east-west connections at N.W. 146 Street and N.W. 159 Street under the Palmetto Expressway to enhance connectivity to mitigate gridlock along N.W. 154 Street.
• Council members were expected to approve a resolution instructing the town manager to apply for the Enterprise Florida Inc., and the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Florida Job Growth Grant Fund Public Infrastructure Grant for the Miami Lakes Business Park East Infrastructure and Economic Development project. • Lawmakers were expected to authorize the town manager authorize the town manger to execute Federally Funded Subaward and Grant Agreements for FEMA’s Public Assistance Program for returning a disaster area to pre-disaster conditions. As part of the agreements, at least 75 percent of eligible cost is provided to primarily address the repair and restoration of public facilities and infrastructure which have been damaged or destroyed. For new business, Council members were expected to discuss and approve Councilmember Luis Collazo’s proposal to look into adding a fire rescue unit at Miami-Dade Station 64 without any costs to residents; and Councilmember Tim Daubert’s request to change the designated council parking space at Town Hall to a Purple Heart space.
voters on Tuesday, Aug. 28 Next month, voters will head to the polls for Miami-Dade County’s primary election to choose candidates running for the U.S. Senate, Florida Governor, State Senate, Florida House of Representatives as well as positions in the Florida Cabinet. The winners in August will represent their respective parties in November’s general election in a showdown, as the Democrats try to gain control in Congress and the governor’s mansion in Tallahassee. The most closely watched race in November will be the U.S. Senate battle between Florida Republican Governor Rick Scott and incumbent Bill Nelson D-Florida, as the GOP and Democratic Congressional Campaign Committees are expected to spend the most money in history for a senate seat. But Scott must first get pass Rocky De La Fuente, an American businessman and exReform Party candidate for president in 2016, for the Republican nomination. For Florida Governor, U.S. Congressman Ron DeSantis and Agricultural Commissioner Adam Putnam are seeking the Republican nod in August to challenge Democratic candi-
dates vying for the seat including former Congresswoman Gwen Graham, former Miami Beach mayor Phillip Levine, billionaire businessman Jeff Greene, Tallahassee Mayor Andrew Gullum and businessman Chris King. For Florida House of Representatives, Miami Lakes Vice Mayor Frank Mingo, a Republican, is vacating his seat to run in District 103, as he ran unopposed in the primary and faces either Democrats Cindy Polo or Rick Tapaia in November. State Representative Manny Diaz Jr., who is term limited, is running for the State Senate, as he ran unopposed in the primary and seeks the District 36 seat where he faces either David Perez or Imtiaz Ahmad Mohammad. Miami Lakes State Representative Jose Olivia, a Republican, drew no challengers and retains his seat for another term in Tallahassee, where he’s expected to become the next House speaker following the elections in November. Other State races, all contested include Agricultural Commissioner, Attorney General and Chief Financial Officer
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Elderly Affairs Committee, Com. Esteban Bovo, present ‘Serving our Seniors’ Expo
Miami Lakes Elderly Affairs Committee, in partnership with Miami-Dade County Commissioner Esteban Bovo Jr., will present Serving Our Seniors Expo from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, August 4, at the Mary Collins Community Center, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue. Participating agencies will include: Miami-Dade Office of Community Advocacy (Hispanic Affairs Board), Miami-Dade
Office of Community (Elder Affairs), Miami-Dade Transit Department (STS), Alliance for Aging, Miami-Dade Elections Department, Walgreen’s, Mosquito Control, Mount Sinai, Interamerica Medical Center, Cafe Domino, Mayra Poldo with Preferred Care Home Health, and Miami-Dade Water & Sewer Department (Showerhead and Toilet Efficiency program).
M. Lakes town staff participates in two leadership programs
Miami Lakes Chief of Operations Tony Lopez was selected for the Miami Foundation’s Miami Fellows Class X, a leadership program which identifies individuals who have made an impact on their community. The program develops a deeper understanding of effective leadership while learning about civic issues and ways to solve them. Lopez is set to graduate in December. Communications and Economic Development manager Charisma Glassman graduated from the Greater Miami Chamber’s Leadership Miami program which offers participants an opportunity to meet Miami’s leaders and share intensive learning experience that focuses on community issues and leadership skills. Glassman’s team #RiseUp305 won Best Team Award for making the most impact and contribution to the Miami community. Team #RiseUp305 focused on bringing awareness to Sex-trafficking and support a local organization Glory House of Miami.
TOWN OF MIAMI LAKES, FLORIDA NOTICE OF THE NOVEMBER 6, 2018 TOWN OF MIAMI LAKES GENERAL ELECTION PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT PURSUANT TO FLORIDA STATUTE 100.021, NOTICE OF THE TOWN OF MIAMI LAKES GENERAL ELECTION SHALL BE GIVEN, FOR THE NOVEMBER 6, 2018 TOWN OF MIAMI LAKES GENERAL ELECTION. THIS ELECTION WILL BE FOR SEAT 2, 4 AND 6. CANDIDATES MAY QUALIFY FOR THE TOWN OF MIAMI LAKES GENERAL ELECTION STARTING FROM NOON, MONDAY, JULY 30, 2018 THROUGH NOON, WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 8, 2018, PURSUANT TO ORDINANCE 12-144 OF THE TOWN OF MIAMI LAKES. Additional Information is available on the Town’s website www.miamilakesfl.gov or you may contact the Office of the Town Clerk, clerk@miamilakesfl.gov during regular office hours, Monday thru Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, FL 33014 Gina Inguanzo Town Clerk
Deadline extended for two community civic contests
In conjunction with the “I Heart Miami Lakes” campaign, the Town of Miami Lakes is conducting two contests to promote civic pride. Deadline for both contests has been changed to Friday, August 10 at midnight. The Neighborhood Improvement Committee (NIC) is inviting residents to participate in the 2018 Home Beatification 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. To enter your personal home
or a neighbor, visit http://bit.ly/ 2018BeautificationContestFor m to complete the application. The “Capture A Miami Lakes Moment” photo contest officials rules include: • 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 no smaller than 800 pixels wide by 600 pixels high. • Submit photos to http:/ bit.ly/2018CaptureMLPhotoCo mp. Winners of both contests will be announced at the September Town Council meeting.
Miami Lakes residents are encouraged to explore the “undiscovered” roles of local parks and recreation within the Town as it celebrates Park and Recreation Month, A Lifetime of Discovery. Park and Recreation Month, an initiative of the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), is designed to encourage people to discover the many opportunities that exist within the town from playgrounds, recreation centers, sports leagues, summer camps and other leisure-time amenities
that can improve quality of life. The month also recognizes the importance of green ways and trails, tree canopy, green spaces, senior and youth programs, innovative health and wellness opportunities, community celebrations, flood mitigation, maintenance and more. Residents can explore and discover all that Miami Lakes offers with the hashtags #iheartmiamilakes, #miamilakesparks, #DiscoverJuly, #NFPA and #FRPA. For more information, visit www.miamilakes-fl.gov/parks.
Miami Lakes will host a Community Workshop for Lakes Patricia and Lake Katharine residents at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, July 23, at the Youth Center, 6075 Miami Lakes Drive. The purpose of the workshop is to present the residents with information on the undergrounding of FPL utility lines.
Town engineering firm KimleyHorn will lead the presentation. Town staff will be available to address any questions and concerns presented by the area residents. For more information about the workshop, contact the Public Works Department at 305-364-6100.
Miami Lakes celebrates Park and Recreation Month
Town hosts a community workshop on underground utility lines for Lakes Patricia and Katharine on July 23 at Youth Center
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Ticket sales start August 1 for 2019 Wine and Food Festival After the major success of its inaugural Food and Wine Festival this year, the Town of Miami Lakes announced the date for the Second Annual Food and Wine Festival on Saturday, March 2, 2019.
The event will feature fine food, wine, and specialty beer provided by local restaurants and establishments. Guests will have an opportunity to network, sample culinary delights, ad a selection of wines. Food and
Miami Lakes Elderly Affairs Committee (EAC) will host several educational, fun and exciting events for seniors in July. Lunch Bunch and Bingo – Socialize and make new friends while having fun and enjoying Free nutritious lunches provided by Giardino Gourmet Salads. One more event is scheduled at the Mary Collins Community Center, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue: Wednesday, July 25, 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Seating is limited and reservations are required by contacting www.toml.eventbrite.com. Reservations for 25 open on July 18 and close on July 24 at 5 p.m. Marlins Games Field Trips – Miami Lakes resident, 65 and older, receive Free transporta-
tion and tickets to Thursday Miami Marlins home games. Tickets are sponsored by Wellmax Medical Center and transportation is hosted by the EAC and The Graham Companies. The next field trip is set for the Marlins vs. the Washington Nationals on Thursday, July 26 at 7:10 p.m. The bus will depart at 4:30 p.m. from Miami Lakes Optimist Clubhouse, 6411 N.W. 162 Street. Seating is limited and reservations are required by contacting www.toml.eventbrite.com. Reservations will open on July 19 at 8:30 a.m. and close on July 25 at noon. For more information on EAC events, visit www.miamilakesfl.gov/eac, or call 305-3646100.
Elderly Affairs Committee hosts Seniors events in July
The Spot Youth Center has several teen events planned during the rest of July 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 July at 6075 Miami Lakes Drive. Wednesday, July 18 - Open Hang Night. The Youth Center is equipped with a billiards table, table tennis, indoor basketball shootout game, Xbox One, and more. Bring friends
and hang out for a night full of fun and games. Friday, July 27 – Just Dance Night. Come show us your moves for Just Dance Game Night. Challenge your friends to a dance-off and hang out for a night full of fun. For more information about the Youth Center programs, visit www.miamilake-fl.gov/thespot, or call 305-819-7768.
Open house on July 21 for Youth Programs information
Miami Lakes will host an Open House on Saturday, July 21, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Optimist Park Clubhouse, 6411 N.W. 162 Street, for residents to learn about the Town’s youth programs and to start registrations for the fall schedule. The event will include games, giveaways, food trucks and more.
Programs to be presented include Archery, Ballet, Golf, Martial Arts, Jazz, Code Explorers, Bricks 4 Kidz, YMCA, Soccer, Baseball, Softball, and Flag Football. For more information, contact Leisure Services manager Kristina Labossiere at 305-3646100, ext. 1234.
wine classes along with demonstrations will be held during the event. All proceeds from event tickets, donations and sales will go towards charity, and benefit the Miami Lakes Town Foundation 501(c)(3). Tickets go on sale online on Wednesday, August 1 at www. MLFoodwineFest.com. For more information and event sponsorships, contact Festival coordinator Lynn Matos at 305-790-7952, or events@MLFoodWineFest.com.
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:
Veterans Committee Meeting Thursday, July 19, 6:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. School Safety Community Workshop Thursday, July 19, 6:30 PM Roberto Alonso Community Center, 16500 N.W. 87 Avenue, M.L, Fla.
Neighborhood Improvement Committee Meeting Thursday, July 19, 7:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla.
FPL Undergrounding Utility Conversion Community Workshop For Lake Patricia and Lake Katharine Monday, July 23, 6:30 PM Miami Lakes Youth Center, 6075 Miami Lakes Drive, Miami Lakes, Fla. Public Safety Committee Meeting Tuesday, July 24, 6:30 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla.
Youth Activities Task Force Meeting Wednesday, August 1, 7:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Cultural Affairs Committee Meeting Thursday, August 2, 7:00 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 July 13, 2018 at Miami Lakes, Fl. Gina Inguanzo, Town Clerk
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Yoga leader Claire Zovko By Megan Medina The Miami Laker Staff Back in the early 2000’s, Claire Zovko took her first yoga class while visiting her aunt in New York City. Zovko fell in love with yoga immediately. “It blew my mind,” explained Zovko. Zovko was always an athlete, and played basketball in college. As she was nearing the end of college, she knew her career in basketball was coming to an end. As fate would have it, yoga quickly became her new adventure. She loved the physical aspect yoga brought as well as the mental exposure. In 2016, Zovko purchased a yoga studio in Miami Lakes. Her main focus was on connecting with the community. She knew there was something special about Miami Lakes. At a town meeting in 2017, Zovko immediately proposed the idea of teaching yoga at the park for free. They loved the idea and soon enough Yoga at the Park was born. Her idea was a big hit as community members from Miami Lakes flocked to yoga classes. Zovko hopes to inspire confidence in her pupils, and to have them bring out that newfound motivation in their everyday life. Not only does she want people to connect with
CLAIRE ZOVKO yoga, she also wants them to connect with one another. Zovko is always looking for new ways to learn and stay upto-date on yoga, and was recently in India with her own yoga teacher because of her desire to learn and bring back some of that knowledge to her clientele. The Miami Lakes studio was previously known as 305 Yoga and now goes by Lighthouse Yoga and Wellness. The studio is located at 6175 N.W. 153 Street in suite 329. For more information, visit www.lighthouseyogawellness. com or call (305)803-0857.
Pace’s Mayerli Cayon completes FBI Summer Youth Academy By Raquel Edmundson Special to the Miami Laker Pace High School junior Mayerli Cayon is one of the latest graduates of the FBI Summer Youth Academy hosted by Miami Dade College’s North Campus, the FBI Miami Citizens Academy Alumni Association (FBI Miami CAAA) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation Miami Division. The week-long academy took place June 11 through 16 where Cayon and other local high school upperclassman took a deeper dive into the inner-workings of the FBI organization as a career. The experience helps students build positive relationships with professionals in law enforcement and serves to strengthen their decision-making and goal setting skills for their college and career planning. Cayon expressed an interest in the FBI to Miami Lakes councilmmember Nelson Rodriguez. As a class of 1987 Pace alumnus and a member of the FBI Miami Citizens Academy Alumni Association, Rodriguez motivated Cayon to apply. “I aspire to work for the Federal Bureau of Investigation
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JetStream’s Jeanne Kucey named NAFCU board chair
The National Association of Federal Credit Unions announced that Jeanne Kucey, president and CEO of JetStream Federal Credit Union, has been elected as NAFCU’s board chair. “I welcome this opportunity to serve alongside NAFCU’s officers and board members in this new role,” Kucey said. “NAFCU is the No. 1 advocacy organization for credit unions and is very well-respected among lawmakers, regulators and the administration. “I look forward to continuing to elevate credit union issues before all those in Washington and fostering a positive climate where our institutions and members can grow and thrive.” PACE JUNIOR Mayerli Cayon graduated from the FBI Since 2009, Kucey has been Summer Youth Academy and is photographed with Miami Lakes Councilmember and FBI CAAA member Nelson Rodriguez. when I am done with my chance to visit a driving range Bachelors Degree,” expressed and taking a defensive tactics Cayon. “By applying and join- class. ing the FBI Youth Academy, it The FBI Youth Academy was helped increase my knowledge made possible through scholarof the Bureau. They touched on ships from FBI Miami CAAA, different areas such as finger- which covers tuition, uniforms, printing, hostage situations, classroom supplies, lunch and how polygraph exams work and field trips. At the end of the how to deal with sex crimes.” week, a graduation was held Cayon recalled several of her where all participants received a favorite moments being the certificate of completion.
JEANNE KUCEY the president and CEO of JetStream Federal Credit Union headquartered in Miami Lakes.
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Miami Lakes Branch Library plans July events for adults, kids
Miami Lakes Branch Library announced the following programs that are available for the public during July: For Children and Families: Libraries Rock! Lava Lamps – Learn how to create a lava lamp using conventional materials. Space is limited, contact branch to register. Best for ages 8-12 years at 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 21. Libraries Rock! Rock Band A GROUP of young Miami Lakes Branch Library patrons use – Show off musical skills with their brushes and paint to prepare some July 4th craft cre- Rock Band. Space is limited, ations. contact branch to register. Best for ages 5 years and up at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, July 24. Libraries Rock! Movies and stories for Kids – Watch some of our favorite movies with your family and friends. Movie of the Accounting Services month is “SherlockGnomes.” Made possible by the Town of Personal, Small, New Business Taxes and Payroll Miami Lakes Education Roberto Pons, Enrolled Agent Advisory Board at 11 a.m. on Federally Authorized Tax Practitioner Wednesday, July 25. Kids Yoga – A yoga session 305-779-8588 designed especially for children 6625 Miami Lakes Drive, Suite #233 where participants will learn At The Crexent Business Center PonsAndAssociates.com about relaxation and breathing
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fandom with the game Kahoot. Best for ages 12-18 years at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 24. Libraries Rock! Lip Sync Battle – Teens, bring your epic lip syncing skills to unleash your inner rock star. Best for ages 12-18 years at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 31. For Adults: Mario Diaz-Balart Outreach Table - A member of Congressman Mario DiazBalart’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, July 25. Strum the Lute: Tai Chi for Beginners – Library staff will lead a beginners’ tai chi class. Follow along and practice the gentle movements of this ancient tradition. For ages 18 years and up at 11 a.m. on Friday, July 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.
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RE/MAX Unique Realty announces winners of Agent Summer Contest
RE/MAX Unique Realty of Miami Lakes hosted its First Annual Agent Summer Contest spanning from May 11 to June 21. During this time, the agents’ hard work and competitive sides showed and the office was happy with the results. RE/MAX officials congratulated all the winners including Raquel Platt, 1st Place Listings winner; Cary San, 2nd Place Sales Winner; and Third Place winners Lynn Matos, Elizabeth Rodriguez Henandez, Raquel Platt and Yraima Morales, for surpassing $600,000 in total agent production volume. The entire RE/MAX team was responsible for over $10 million in Agent Production Volume.
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South Florida Youth Symphony schedules auditions for fall concert performances with rehearsals on Sundays
The South Florida Youth Symphony is accepting new tors, crayons, pencils, glue, tape memberships and holding audinotebooks, scissors and more. tions for its 54th season beginFor more information, visit ning this fall. floridarevenue.com/backThe announcement was made toschool/Pages/default.aspx. by Marjorie Hahn, Musical and
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(All classes are free unless noted by [$]) Open Hang Nights (Themed Nights) Ages 11-17 Select Wed./Fri. 6:00 pm MLYC Bricks 4 Kidz Summer Camp [$] Ages 5-12 Monday to Friday 9:00 to 1:00 pm MLOP YMCA Summer Camp [$] Ages 5-15 Monday to Friday 7:00 am to 6:00 pm RACC/MLYC
(Adult Programs) Boot Camp by Fit Like Me Miami [$] T/Th 18+ Boot Camp by Fit Like Me Miami [$] S 18+ Open Play Dominoes Mon. to Fri. 18+ Line Dancing 18+ Tues./Thurs. 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
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
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(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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The Town of Miami Lakes, homeowners associations, professional and volunteer groups have scheduled meetings during July:
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Veterans Com. Meeting July 19 6:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center School Safety Community Workshop July 19 6:30 pm R. Alonso Ctr. Neighborhood Improvement Com. Meeting July 19 7:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center FPL Undergrounding Utility Conversion Community Workshop for Lake Patricia and Lake Katharine July 23 6:30 pm M.L. Youth Center Public Safety Committee Meeting July 24 6:30 pm M.L. Govt. Center Youth Activities Task Force August 1 7:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center Cultural Affairs Com. August 2 7:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center Homeowners Organizations Serenity Point July 18 7:00 pm MCCC Royal Oaks July 18 7:30 pm MCCC Regatta Pointe July 19 7:00 pm MCCC Gramercy Park July 19 7:00 pm MCCC Lake Elizabeth July 23 7:00 pm MCCC Lake Martha July 24 6:30 pm MCCC Loch Lomond West July 24 7:30 pm MCCC Villa Vizcaya July 25 7:30 pm MCCC Anchorage July 26 7:00 pm MCCC Lake Sandra July 26 7:30 pm MCCC Fountain Park July 30 7:30 pm MCCC Miami Lakes Clubs, Professional & Volunteer Groups M.L. Garden Club Mon. July 23 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
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Pace alumni, now with NFL, Optmist closes Flag Football travel season run training camp for kids 65-yard Sean Davis broke loose for a touchdown run and Monsignor Edward Pace alumni and NFL players Anthony L. Walker, Kayvon Webster and Stephen Morris returned to their old high school to help fellow alumni Sean Spence run the USA Football Fundamentals training camp for young athletes in Miami. The camp teaches basic skills for athletes, ages 5-15, in a fun and energetic environment. Clinicians use a series of
drills to show passing, catching and running skills in a non-contact setting. Spence is a linebacker for the Indianapolis Colts, Morris is a quarterback for the Houston Texans, and Webster, a safety, is a free agent after playing for the Los Angeles Rams last year. He previously won the Super Bowl as a member of the Denver Broncos.
helped his Miami Lakes Optimist flag football travel 8-U team win the Battle of Florida tournament at the Miami Dolphins practice facility in Davie. The 6U and 12U teams also took home the Battle of Florida championship in their respective divisions. The 10U, which was assembled two weeks before the event, came close to winning the championship against the top team, Red Zones, and was honored for an excellent performance for a group who only played together for three weeks. Now the teams are preparing for the Battle of Miami in December, when they face some of the toughest teams from Miami, then set their sights on the national championship in the PACE ALUMNI and NFL players (from left) Sean Spence, Battle of Orlando and world competition at the Battle of Kelvin Webster, Anthony L. Walker and Stephen Morris. Minnesota in January. The 6U team is currently ranked No. 2 in the nation, 8U is ranked No. 5 and 10U is ranked 11th. The travel teams are part of the Optimist Club of Miami Lakes recreation flag football Established in 1973 team. The MVPs for the travel SUSANA PRIETO, Director teams this year are 8U team BALLET • POINTE • HIP-HOP Jacobs Thomas on offense and • Graded Levels in Ballet Program Issac Pena on defense; 10U team • Performance Opportunities Frankie Sosa on offense and • Prekindergarten to Adult Professionals Adrian Riveron on defense; and 415 West 51 Place 6812 NW 169 Street 12U Matthew Martin on defense (305) 557-1142 (305) 558-3439 and Daniel Riveron on offense.
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STU’s Phil de Montmollin named Sun Conference top Sports Information Director
Phil de Montmollin of St. Thomas University has been named the 2017-18 Sun Conference Sports Information Director of the Year. He was honored at the annual Sun Conference meeting. It marked the first time a St. Thomas University SID has won the award. De Montmollin, in his seventh year as Sports Information Director at St. Thomas, won the award after successfully publicizing the school's 14 varsity sports as the Bobcats collectively won three conference championships and made appearances at five NAIA National Championships in 2017-18. A mentor to many current students and alumni of St. Thomas University's renowned Sports Administration program, de Montmollin manages a staff of student workers in providing STU's athletic publicity, live broadcasting, statistics and archives. This past season, he directed an effort resulting in school records in social media engagement and game broadcast viewership. Part of the Sports Information leadership team at The Sun Conference, de Montmollin serves as the league's SID contact for Women's Basketball, Track and Field and Softball. In addition to his duties at the St. Thomas Athletic Department
PHIL DE MONTMOLLIN and with The Sun Conference, the Miami native also serves as an adjunct professor for Sports Media and Broadcasting at STU. A 1996 graduate of the Sports Administration Master's program at St. Thomas, de Montmollin spent time at the University of Miami and in the motorsports industry prior to his arrival to STU in 2011. A veteran of the South Florida sports media and public relations scene, he also works as a statistician for ESPN, the Miami Heat and Major League Baseball Advanced Media. As the Sun Conference Sports Information Director of the Year, de Montmollin will now be nominated for consideration for the national NAIA SID of the Year award.
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Florida International University freshmen players Logan Allen and Jose Garcia were named to the National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association Freshman AllAmerican teams. Allen and Garcia, Doral Academy graduates, are each coming off record-breaking first seasons at FIU and each received their third freshman accolade, including the NCBWA recognition. Allen and Garcia each garnered their second Freshman All-American nod. Allen and Garcia along with Adan Fernandez were selected Freshman All-American by Collegiate Baseball Newspaper earlier this month. Allen and Garcia were also picked to the Conference USA All-Freshman Team last month. Allen was tabbed to the Freshman All-American First Team for both his work on the mound and at the plate. The lefthander went 5-5 with a 3.89 ERA, which was third best on the FIU pitching staff. Allen broke the FIU freshman record for strikeouts per nine innings with a 10.34 mark surpassing David Mittauer, who averaged 10.17 strikeouts per nine innings in 1998. In the batter's box, Allen hit .309 with two home runs and 16 RBI. He had five doubles among his 43 hits. Allen's first collegiate home run was as a
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Bobcat Singers perform at Islands of Adventure in Orlando
BOB GRAHAM EDUCATION CENTERʼS (BGEC) Bobcat Singers and Glee Club performed at Islands of Adventure in Orlando on May 23. These talented elementary and middle school students did an outstanding job, and are commended for sharing their talents. The BGEC family extends a special thanks to their dedicated teachers Audrey Carballo and Alex Fuenmayor for their tireless efforts and commitment.
JetStream Federal Credit Union welcomes intern Sloen Julus
JetStream Federal Credit Union, headquartered in Miami Lakes, welcomed Sloen Julus from Miami Dade College as an interim employee for the 2018 summer season. Julus is a MDC graduate who plans to attend Florida Atlantic University in the fall. “Everything that I learn at JetStream Federal throughout my internship will assist me in reaching my goals. I am very appreciative,” Julus said. Julus plans to pursue a career in accounting upon completion of his educational career.
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Longtime Miami Lakes resident Richard C. Nerod receives honorary degree from St. John’s University Long-time Miami Lakes resident, Richard C. Nerod, was the recent recipient of a doctoral degree, “Honoris Causas” from his undergraduate Alma Mater. St. John’s University (SJU), one of the nation’s largest catholic universities with over 20,000 students, presented Nerod with the “Doctor of Commercial Science” (DCS) degree during its most recent commencement exercises. The honorary degree recognizes his successful 40 year career, including 28 years abroad with General Motors (GM) corporation. Nerod ascended from his entry as a senior clerk to his retiring from the Miami Lakes base as a corporate group executive vice presi-
dent and founding member of GM’s automative strategy board. Additionally, the degree recognizes his continuing support for SJU, including his endowing graduate level scholarships. After retiring, he became just one of eight individual executives to receive GM’s Chairmans Lifetime Achievement Award. SJU previously awarded him the Outstanding Achievement Award, followed in 2009 with the president’s medal, its highest non-degree award. Since relocating to Miami Lakes in late 1991, he has been a member of Our Lady Of The Lakes parish. Nerod and his wife, Mary Ellen, reside in the Loch Lomond area of Miami Lakes.
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Students in Ada Romeu’s Prelaw class at Miami Lakes K-8 Center (MLK8) raised enough funds to purchase hundreds of pounds of food and toys for animals in the Miami-Dade Animal Shelter in Doral. Students submitted their charitable work to the Lead 2 Feed contest and received an Honorable Mention award. “It is an honor to work with such enthusiastic students and parents who are willing to lend a helping hand to our community,” Romeu said. “This teaches great life lessons to our students and encourages them to continue working towards the betterment of our community.” As part of their reward, MLK8 MLK-8 CENTER teacher Ada Romeu and her Lead2Feed received national recognition in team Morgan Sanches, Jose Hernandez, Vanessa Alonso, Addyson Centurion, Noah Garcia and Maria Nunez pose with a publication and the shelter received an additional $1,000 their Treats for Paws project posters. donation. Romeu also won the Lead 2 Feed Teacher of the Week recognition in early May.
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Pace’s Vanessa Perez-Robles at Yale University’s Young Global Scholars Program By Raquel Edmundson Special to the Miami Laker Miami Lakes resident and Pace High School (Pace) senior Vanessa Perez-Robles, has returned from a collegiate experience at Yale University’s Yale Young Global Scholars Program. The aspiring engineer was selected among 6,000 applicants to attend the twoweek intensive summer program held June 17 through 30 on Yale’s historic campus in New Haven. “I was able to work alongside exceptionally bright students from over 130 countries around the world and 50 U.S. states,” expressed Perez-Robles. “I attended incredible seminars and lectures led by renowned Yale faculty.” Similar to the experience of a Yale University student, she resided in one of their historic residential colleges during the two weeks and enjoyed meals at the university dining halls. Of the nearly 1,800 total attendees, Perez-Robles was one of only 250 attendees specifically selected to attend the Applied Science and Engineering session. During the session, intended for students who have an interest in exploring and applying physical sciences, computer sciences and engineering, she had the unique opportunity to use the university facilities to conduct research. Her small research group worked on
VANESSA PEREZ-ROBLES studying sustainable energy and infrastructure. The focus of the group’s project was on the innovations and improvements of harnessing and storing solar energy. Perez-Robles says she is extremely grateful for the experience which allowed her to “explore the different facilities that Yale had to offer and build global academic bridges with the others of incredible academic calibers.” The Spartan honor student believes the program helped give focus to her future path in engineering, and she looks forward to working on her college applications during the upcoming school year.
Pace students attend Congress of Future Medical Leaders in Boston By Raquel Edmundson Special to the Miami Laker Two students from Monsignor Edward Pace High School (Pace) spent a few days of their break traveling to Boston for the Congress of Future Medical Leaders. Pace junior and Miami Lakes resident Diana Cao and sophomore Ulysses Del Pino served as delegates for the event which took place June 25 through 27. The congress was created by the National Academy of Future Physicians and Medical Scientists to help solve the problem that many of America’s highest potential students never fulfill their dream of entering the medical profession due to a lack resources, direction, selfconfidence or guidance. During the congress, they heard from leaders and top researchers in the medical field about cutting-edge advances and the future of medicine and medical technology. They were given advice by deans of Ivy League and top medical schools on what to expect in medical school and also witnessed inspiring stories told by real patients who are living medical
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MLEC junior Valeria Bula selected to attend three prestigious summer programs Valeria Bula, a junior in Miami Lakes Educational Center’s (MLEC) Cambridge Journalism Program, was selected to three summer programs. She was selected to an MIT Engineering Outreach Program. She was one of 52 students selected nationwide to live and study at MIT for 6 weeks and take college courses ranging from architecture and humanities to physics, computer science and calculus. Bula was accepted to the South Central Scholars (SCS) Noonan Scholars program, which includes a $1,000 schol-
arship, room and board at Amherst University this summer. Additionally, she was selected to the Leadership Enterprise for a Diverse America (LEDA) program at Princeton University. It was a difficult choice, but she opted to join the LEDA program and will spend 7 weeks at Princeton University this summer. There, she will take college courses in science, technology, engineering, math (STEM) and the humanities, while learning a variety of skills, including networking and resume building.
DIANA CAO, and ULYSSES DEL PINO miracles. can give them.” “This is a crucial time in Cao aspires to become a psyAmerica when we need more chologist, while Del Pino doctors and medical scientists dreams of becoming a cardiowho are even better prepared for vascular surgeon. Both Pace a future that is changing expo- students were nominated by Dr. nentially,” said Richard Rossi, Mario Capecchi, winner of the executive director of the Nobel Prize in Medicine and the National Academy of Future Science Director of the National Physicians and Medical Academy of Future Physicians Scientists. “Focused, bright and and Medical Scientists. They determined students like Diana were both selected to represent Cao and Ulysses Del Pino are Florida based on their academic our future and they deserve all achievements, leadership potenthe mentoring and guidance we tial and determination to serve humanity in the field of mediMLEC JUNIOR Valeria Bula is congratulated by Miami-Dade cine. Public Schools Superintendent Albert Carvalho.
Jose Marti MAST ranked as one of top U.S. schools Jose Marti MAST Academy (JMMA) has been ranked as number 85 in the top high school national rankings for best high schools, according to the U.S. News. In addition to earning a gold medal, the school is also ranked as the twelfth best high school in Florida. “As the principal of Jose Marti MAST 6-12 Academy, I am very proud to have been ranked
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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.................................10:30 AM Friday Prayer Service........7:00 PM
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Country Club Middle School 18305 N.W. 75 Place Telephone: 786-378-2356 Sunday Service (Eng.).....10:30 AM
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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 Bible Study............9:15 AM Sunday Worship...............10:30 AM Wednesday sevice.............7:00 PM
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 service.....................11:00 AM Bible study...............................9:45 AM 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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15801 N.W. 67 Avenue Telephone: 305-558-2302 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
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Sir Speedy’s Reuven Kanner Reuven Kanner, the longtime owner of Sir Speedy Printers in Miami Lakes, died peacefully on Sunday, July 1. Kanner was born in 1943 in Focsani, Romania. The younger of two children, he grew up in the countryside where his father, Nathan, was the village dentist, and his mother, Miriam, was devoted to him and his sister Rene. As a teenager, he emigrated with his father and sister to Israel where he served in the Israeli Army in both the SixDay War and the Yom Kipper War, both of which shaped the type of person he was in life – a determined fighter. He met his wife, Susana Kanner, in 1976 in Cali, Columbia. They moved to the U.S. the same year and started
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Miami Lakes residents Pedro and Zenaida Fiallo celebrated their 56th wedding anniversary on July 1. The Fiallos have been blessed with two children and four grandchildren. They consider themselves very privileged to live in the Town of Miami Lakes, and seeing how it’s grown and progressed with their family in the last 20 years. Pedro Fiallo is a veteran and an active member of the Veterans Committee of Miami Lakes and the American Legion.
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For Sale Mint Condition starter townhouse, top of the line new appliances, latest style washer/dryer, 2 bedrooms, 2 updated baths, tile floors, porceline wood tile in master bedroom, roof 2 years new, patio with storage room. Full clubhouse amenities, Olympic size pool, exercise equipment, basketball, tennis, racquetball, 24-hour roving security. No HOA approval. HOA fee only $241 month incl. clubhouse facilities, cable, taxes, and lawn service.
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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.
Highly sought after 3 bedroom, 2 updated full bathrooms. 1-car garage converted to media room, can be converted back to garage. Roof replaced after Wilma. 6-year old Hurricane shutters on all doors, windows. Updated kitchen w/S/S appliances. Tiled throughout. Spacious fenced-in patio. No HOA approval. Located in desirable and secure The Moors. 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.
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Custom-built Versace inspired Italian residence in the gated community of Royal Oaks, a naturally scenic, peaceful, and family-friendly neighborhood. Home features high ceilings open-concept kitchen family area, library/office + den. Very large travertine saltwater pool deck and direct lake views. Offered at $995,000.
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Stunning 4 bed/2 bath corner home located in highly desired Royal Oaks community sitting on a 4 home cul-de-sac, plenty of privacy, nearly 8,000 sq.ft. lot. High volume ceilings, renovations incl. allflooring, wood kitchen cabinets. Expansive backyard w/covered terrace. $550,000.
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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. $360,000.
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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. Generous covered terrace. Fenced back yard. Home is currently undergoing modern renovation. $479,000.
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10401 Buenos Aires St. - Embassy Lakes
Beautiful 4 bed/2.5 bath + loft home in gated community. Tile & wood flooring throughout. Open gourmet-style island kitchen w/granite counters. Enhanced hi-hat lighting. Large fenced backyard. Overisze community pool, tennis & basketball courts, much more. $450,000.
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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-of-the-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.
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16865 N.W. 78 Avenue - Royal Oaks
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5313 Collins Ave, Unit 808 - The Amethyst
Stunning 1 bed/1.5 bath unit located in heart of Miami Beach w/spectacular ocean-front views. New custom master bath, spacious walk-in closet. Renovated kitchen, large private balcony, short walk to great restaurants and shopping. Pool area, exercise room, secured parking. $289,000.
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.
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15243 S.W. 39 Street - Riverstone
Enjoy the tranquility of living in a Tropical Oasis. This lakefront 5 bed/4 bath home features all 5-Star 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. $905,000.
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16253 NW 77 Path - Royal Oaks
Spectacular 3-bed/3-bath home sitting on expansive 10,000 sf lot. Freshly painted corner home on a 4-home cul-de-sac. New A/C and floors. Volume ceiling throughout, great natural lighting, spacious size rooms, oversize master closet. Oversize wrap-around back yard. $539,000.
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16522 N.W, 82 Court - Royal Oaks
Lovely 3 bed/3 bath home located in highly desired Royal Oaks. Home features new kitchen, all renovated baths & a master suite w/2 walk-in closets w/a private loft. Circular driveway & 2-car garage. Nearly 3,000 sf. Covered terrace overlooks pool/patio area. Seller finance available. $524,850.
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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.
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