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Gala Grand Opening for Miami Lakes 7-Eleven convenience store Vol. 44, No 17

By Kayleen Padron The Miami Laker staff The long-awaited 7-Eleven store finally opened its doors August 17 at the corner of Miami Lakes Drive and Fairway Drive. New customers were greeted by tents from the Florida Lottery and the radio station Hits 97.3. Free Slurpees as well as complimentary Monster Energy drinks or Coca-Cola products were also given to event-goers. Mayor Manny Cid was also in attendance at the grand opening along with his two sons, who were also enjoying the Slurpees to beat the summer heat. “It was the largest grand opening that I’ve experienced, and actually I think it was the largest that we’ve had in Miami,” said district manager and field consultant for Miami-Dade 7Eleven stores, Edison Ingram. “We had one of the largest crowds, we had over 1,000 customers come in our store and make a purchase.” The new store has many firsts for a 7-Eleven in South Florida. In addition to an innovative

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open ‘coffin-like’ freezer for ice cream, the store is the first in the area to have polished concrete floors, wood grain paneling and subway tiles to create a more modern look. A coffee bar is located next to the freezer with a variety of options including the traditional cup of joe and iced brews. “You won’t find another 7Eleven like this in Miami or anywhere in South Florida. It has the skylights for a more contemporary style. We’re also the first store in Miami with the company digital TV menu board. So come take a look at your beautiful 7-eleven!” chuckled Ingram. A new self-serve roller grill with hot dogs and taquitos has also been introduced to the store. Starting September 26, the store will also be launching a new way to order through their 7-Now App. Healthier options are also available in their ‘better for you’ sandwich case that offers healthier alternatives like salads or protein packs. The 7-Eleven will also be

making positive impacts to the community of Miami Lakes. “We do school programs as far as grants. We’re really big into academics and sports, so the store will be donating as we build relationships with schools. We’ve actually reached out to schools within a two or five mile radius of the store, we used to grant up to $711, but we changed that, and now we can grant up to $2,000,” explained Ingram. “We’re glad to be in the community, and we’re looking forward to a great partnership,” concluded Ingram.

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Winners announced in the Town’s ‘Capture a Miami Lakes Moment’ contest Miami Lakes announced the winners of the 2018 “Capture a Miami Lakes Moment” photo contest. First place honors went to Juan Carlos Garcia for a breathtaking photo of one of the Miami Lakes entrance features. Second place was awarded to Daniel Rodriguez who snapped a photo on his bike ride back from Miami Lakes Picnic Park West that shows a large herd of the town’s trademark cows grazing in a field. Jose Alvarez’s photo received third place honors for capturing

two Miami Lakes runners enjoying the beautiful and serene Graham Park. Honorable mention awards went to Andres Suarez for his views of the lake at Commerce Way, and Susanna Inguanzo for capturing balmy breezes at a Miami Lakes sunset. The winners were recognized at the September 4 Council meeting and the photos will be published on the Town’s website, social media pages, and use in the Town’s marketing materials.

THE NEW 7-ELEVEN convenience store and Mobil gas sta- JUAN CARLOS GARCIA was the First Place winner of the Townʼs “Capture a Miami Lakes tion has opened on the corner of Miami Lakes Drive and Moment” photo contest with his shot of one of the Miami Lakes entrance features. Fairway Drive near the Cypress Village Shopping Center. (Other winners will be featured in future issues.)

A Look Inside:

I Council considers $2.5M I News and Notes of interest I Town Manager candidates I St. Thomas University loan for Optimist Park during from the Town of Miami Lakes. narrowed to five plus two alter- launches football and budget discussions.................2 See pages.........................6 & 7 nates.......................................10 marching band programs.....19

I Humans of Miami Lakes: I LIME mobility sharing I Pace High celebrates State I Community Calendar, 15, Zumba instructor Virnalis dockless bicycles come to champion team and 5A Coach School, sports and church news, Martinez-Arvelo.........4 Miami Lakes............................8 of the Year..........................18 18-29, Classified ads...28-31

Council considers $2.5M loan for Optimist Park PAGE 2

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By David L. Snelling The Miami Laker staff Miami Lakes is once again flirting with the idea of borrowing money to complete the master plan for Miami Lakes Optimist Park, which has been delayed for 15 years, as the town’s pay-as-you-go plan is not working. Keeping the same rate for property taxes at 2.3353 mills, Miami Lakes released its esti-

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mated $25 million budget for the 2018-2019 fiscal year, which earmarks $2 million for the park, leaving the town $2.5 million short to finish the muchneeded improvements. The $4.5 million price tag calls for building new basketball and tennis courts, an airnasium, walking and bike trails and replacing the park’s lighting system. Parks improvements impact

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fees ($835,000), a portion of the town’s property tax revenues ($7.1 million), cell phone tower revenues ($30,000) and capitalization of electrical savings ($60,000) will fund the park’s improvements for next year. But Miami Lakes needs $2.5 million to try to win back residents whose kids play in parks and recreation facilities in Doral, Weston and Pembroke Pines since the town’s oldest park is not up to par. During a recent budget workshop, council members got an overview of the proposed spending plan, which calls for a mail-in ballot election to allow residents to decide if the town should take out a short term loan. Council members will make the decision on rather to send out the mail-in ballots during the town’s two budget hearings this month. Last year, Miami Lakes was planning to borrow money for the park but residents quickly shoot down the idea before

town officials could even ask them to do so. In the town’s pay-as-you-go plan for capital improvement projects, Miami Lakes Optimist Park, which was built in 1969, had to share $15.7 million with other parks and recreation facilities for the past 15 years. According to Town Manager Alex Rey, Royal Oaks Park and the Roberto Alonso Community Center got $7.2 million; $2.4 million for Miami Lakes Optimist Park; $1.8 million for Miami Lakes Park West; $1.5 million for Miami Lakes Park East and the town’s youth center; and $1.5 million for mini parks enhancements. Miami Lakes has decided to keep the existing rate for property taxes, which is expected to generate about $7.1 million in ad valorem revenues, and additional revenues are budgeted for the General Fund operating expenses of $17.7 million. The budget amount also includes a projection of revenues estimated at $4.8 million

from building permits for the new Senior Village and Assisted Living Facility; Lennar townhouses; Bob Graham/Elevate/ Crescent; and N.W. 57-59 Avenues development and $2.5 million in carryover funds from 2017-2018. The police budget increased five percent, as the town budgeted $8.7 million for public safety services, which is 49 percent of the spending plan for next year. For other capital improvement projects, Miami Lakes is projected to spend $3.8 million for stormwater drainage improvements including $1.9 million for the Third Phase of roads in West Lake (N.W. 148 Terrace/N.W. 148 Street/N.W. 149 Terrace; $1 million for Phase One of the Royal Oaks roadway and drainage project; and $837,000 for the second portion of the town’s canal bank stabilization. For transportation capital improvements, the town allocated $5 million for projects that include $2.3 million for N.W. 59 Avenue extension and boat storage yard; $1.1 million for Miami Lakes Business Park East (N.W. 60 Avenue); $685,000 for a safe routes to school project; and $441,747 for a project to widen the Palmetto Expressway and Ludlam Road. For public safety impact fees, Miami Lakes budgeted $430,597 for the town’s license plate recognition software, and a mobile speed radar. The license plate recognition software could help police track down vehicles that are suspected in a crime. Miami Lakes has an $800,000 budget surplus, and each year, reserves 10 percent of the budget for emergency expenditures including hurricane clears-up and recovery efforts. Miami Lakes held its first of two scheduled budget hearings on Tuesday, September 4. The second and final budget hearing will be held on Tuesday, September 18 at 6 p.m. at Miami Lakes Town Hall, 6601 Main Street.

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Miami Lakes Garden Club adopts Marian Center project By MaryLou Ruiz and Audrey Valhuerdi Special to The Miami Laker The Miami Lakes Garden Club adopted a community project this year at the Marian Center in Opa-Locka. The Marian Center offers services for people with intellectual disabilities, which includes a fullyaccredited school for students ages six to 21, an adult daytraining and work program as well as a full time residential facility for women. At the Marian Center, Garden Club members work with adults at the facility to plant vegetables, herbs or decorative plants. Work includes organizing a green house, planting a rock garden and replanting a butterfly garden. The focus of the project is to foster a respect for, and love of, gardening and nature among participants. Additionally, the project also provides the opportunity to put acquired knowl-

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By Kayleen Padron The Miami Laker staff Virnalis Martinez-Arvelo was born and raised in Miami Lakes and has been serving the community she loves in every way she can. Not only is Arvelo a dedicated wife and mother of two, but she is a hard-working teacher at Miami Lakes K-8 (MLK8) and vivacious instructor at Shula’s Athletic Club. For ten years, Arvelo has been an aerobics instructor and Zumba teacher at the Athletic Club. “I took my first Zumba class 12 years ago, and I discovered it was a fun way to help me get back in shape and lose weight. It just feels like you’re at a club,” Arvelo smiled. Zumba is a high-energy aerobic dance class Arvelo first started practicing when she began her weight-loss journey. On one fateful day, the Zumba instructor for a class she was attending had to use the bathroom, and left Arvelo alone to teach the class. It turned on a switch for Arvelo, and she discovered that her passion for the exercise didn’t just stop at being a dancer. “She (the instructor) knew that I knew the choreography, and she said ‘Go! Just do it, fol-

low her!’ and she just kind of put me on the spot. I loved it, and other instructors would do the same thing, and I developed a passion for it and everyone was just encouraging me to get certified,” explained Arvelo. However, believing she was still too over-weight to teach such an active class, she was proven wrong by the creator of Zumba, Beto Perez. Since then, Arvelo dedicated herself to teaching Zumba at the Athletic Club to not only lose weight and stay active, but to motivate others into doing the same. “They (the community) tell me I inspire them because they can identify with me and my journey. But what they don’t realize is that they inspire me to keep going on my journey,” Arvelo said. For eight years, Arvelo has also been teaching at MLK8. Not only does she specialize in teaching eighth grade language arts, but she also spearheaded the first Zumba elective in the school. Separate from the typical physical education course, Zumba is an elective taught at the very end of the day. “I’ve done it before as a club after school, I’ve also done it for the teachers as well. But just

getting it as part of the actual school day is what makes it so exciting, because kids actually look forward to this class where it’s just fun, but it’s the last period of the day, so they can dress out and leave all nice and sweaty when the bell rings,” Arvelo laughed. “It’s a nice alternative for kids who don’t like P.E. or don’t like sports. For the most part, it gives them a nice opportunity to do something different.” In addition to keeping the Miami Lakes community in shape, Arvelo also dedicates her time to four charity events a year. The Zumba community alone has raised thousands of dollars at Zumbathons for organizations like American Cancer Society, American Heart Association, Toys for Tots, Big Brothers Big Sister and more. Arvelo says her passion for the exercise wouldn’t have flourished if it wasn’t for her supportive family. Her high school sweetheart and husband, Angel Arvelo, helps with the kids after school alongside Arvelo’s mother. “He’s been so supportive. He’s loved me at 300 pounds, and he loves me now, and he just supports me in everything

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A MVP LUNCHEON was put together for Virnalis MartinezArveloʼs efforts in the Athletic Club as a thank you for her hard work and dedication for gym members. Pictured (left, top to bottom) David Healy, vice president and general manager for Graham Hospitality and Anthony Artiles, general manager of Shulaʼs Athletic Club; (right, top to bottom) Annette PriorPerez, fitness director at Shulaʼs Athletic Club and s Martinez-Arvelo, Zumba instructor and MLK8 teacher. that I do, and he makes it easier. “It’s a group effort. My mom helps as well because she lives with us, so it’s the three of us chauffeuring the kids around because they’re in so many after school activities, so if I didn’t have them I wouldn’t be able to do this.” Arvelo teaches Zumba at Shula’s Athletic Club Tuesdays at 5:30 p.m., Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. and Saturdays at 9 a.m. On October 6, Arvelo will conduct

a 90-minute free Zumba class at 8:30 a.m. to celebrate her decade working at the gym. For more information about Arvelo’s class, contact Shula’s Athletic Club at (305) 820-8025 or visit www.clubshula.com. If you know someone like Arvelo who has shaped the community for the better, call (305)817-4078 or E-mail kayleenp@miamilaker.com.

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Council welcomes new 7-Eleven

ON AUGUST 17, Mayor Manny Cid, Vice Mayor Frank Mingo and Councilmembers Luis Collazo and Nelson Rodriguez attended the grand opening and ribbon cutting for the new 7Eleven store and gas station on Miami Lakes Drive. The 7-Eleven brand is known and loved around the world and its iconic products are now being sold in Miami Lakes 24 hours a day. They were joined at the ribbon cutting by 7-Eleven Miami-Dade district manager Edison Ingram, to the left of Cid.

Town of Miami Lakes Notice of Public Hearing

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Town Council will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, September 18, 2018, at 6:30 p.m. at Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, FL 33014, to consider the following ordinances on first reading: AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN OF MIAMI LAKES, FLORIDA, ADOPTING THE MILLAGE RATE OF THE TOWN FOR THE FISCAL YEAR COMMENCING OCTOBER 1, 2018 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30, 2019, PURSUANT TO SECTION 200.065, FLORIDA STATUES; PROVIDING FOR DIRECTIONS TO TAX COLLECTOR; PROVIDING FOR NOTICE; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN OF MIAMI LAKES, FLORIDA, APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE BUDGET FOR THE TOWN OF MIAMI LAKES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2018-19; PROVIDING FOR EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS; PROVIDING FOR AMENDMENTS; PROVIDING FOR CARRYOVER OF FUNDS; PROVIDING FOR THE INCORPORATION OF THE ADOPTED CAPITAL BUDGET AS THE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT ELEMENT OF THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

Copies of the proposed ordinances are available for public inspection at Town Hall, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Florida, 33014. Interested persons are invited to attend the public hearing or provide written comments on the proposed ordinances to the Town Clerk. Pursuant to Section 286.0105, Florida Statues, if a person decides to appeal any decision made by the Town Council, with respect to any matter considered at such hearing or meeting, the person will need a record of the proceedings and, for such purposes, that person may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made; such record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. ADA Assistance: Anyone needing special assistance at the Town Council hearing due to a disability should contact the Town Clerk, Town of Miami Lakes, 305-364-6100, at least two days prior thereto. Gina Inguanzo Town Clerk

Youth Center ‘The Spot’ has September activities for middle and high school kids

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 September at 6075 Miami Lakes Drive. Friday, September 14 Cartoon Character Night. Dress as your favorite cartoon character, hangout with friends, and play various games throughout the night. Costume contest winner will receive a prize. Saturday, September 15 – Community Service Field Trip (9 a.m. departure from Miami Lakes Optimist Clubhouse and returning around 2 p.m.). In partnership with Miami-Dade County, the trip is designed to clean up Pelican Harbor. Event includes a kayak tour to the bay island where volunteers will collect trash. Lunch will be pro-

vided following the kayak trip back. There is a $10 registration fee and space is limited as only 35 participants will be allowed. Wednesday, September 19 Open Hang. Middle and high school students are invited to 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, September 28 – Minute 2 Win It Night. Various 60 second games offered for competition with multiple prize categories. Bring friends, compete and hang out. For more information about the Youth Center programs, visit www.miamilake-fl.gov/thespot, or call 305-819-7768.

Miami Lakes is requesting residents to nominate a deserving individual to be the Grand Marshal for the 39th annual Veteran’s Day Parade which is scheduled for Sunday, November 11. The Grand Marshal will be selected by the Town’s Veterans Committee at their October meeting. Criteria includes: • Be in good standing in the community. • Be a person who has displayed outstanding service, pride and commitment to the community, county, state and/or country. • Be able and willing to carry out the function of the Grand

Marshal for the parade. • Proof of Honorable Service in the Armed Forces is required. Nomination forms are available at http://bit.ly/2018VC GrandMarshallParade and are due by Monday, October 15. Organizations and groups interested in being a part of the longest running Miami-Dade County patriotic tribute honoring active duty and retired military members are urged to visit http://bit.ly/2018VetParadeParti cipant to register not later than Monday, October 29. For more information, contact Committees and Special Events coordinator William Sanchez at sanchezw@miamilakes-fl.gov.

Miami Lakes Neighborhood Improvement Committee is inviting residents, including HOA and COA members, to its quarterly meeting on Thursday, September 20, at 7 p.m. in Town Hall’s Council Chambers. A special presentation will be given on proposed concepts for the Parks and Open Space Capital Program. Attendees will be asked to provide feedback via a survey and score card. The program is a $55 million bond referendum proposal to complete the Town’s master

plan for parks and green spaces. This would finance the renovation project for Miami Lakes Optimist Park ($5 million); improvements to Royal Oaks Park and the Many Collins Community Center; purchase of Madden’s Hammock, and the Par 3 Golf Course ($7 million) and preserve them as passive parks; $20 million for green space acquisition; and build a Bridge Park ($2.5 million) on the N.W. 154 Street/I-75 overpass to keep the road closed to outside traffic.

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Neighborhood Improvement Com. will host Parks Capital meeting Sept. 20

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Elderly Affairs Committee State of the Town address set for October 9 Mayor Manny Cid will deliv- and will be catered by the accomplishments during the has multiple events for er his annual State of the Town Miami Lakes Educational past year and the priorities for at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Center’s Culinary Arts Program the upcoming year. In addition, seniors during September Address October 9, in Town Hall students. he will be recognizing the Town Council Chambers, 6601 Main Cid will be joined by special business, volunteer and employ-

Miami Lakes Elderly Affairs Committee (EAC) will host several educational, fun and exciting events for seniors in September. Lunch Bunch and Bingo – Socialize and make new friends while having fun and enjoying free nutritious lunches provided by Giardino Gourmet Salads. Two events are scheduled at the Mary Collins Community Center, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue: Wednesday, September 12, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Reservations are required and will close on Tuesday, September 11, at 5 p.m. Wednesday, September 26, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Reservations can be made beginning Wednesday, September 19 at 8:30 a.m. and will close on Tuesday, September 25, at 5 p.m. Seating is limited and reservations are made by contacting www.toml.eventbrite.com. Legal Clinic Forum – The EAC and Miami Lakes Bar Association will host a Legal Forum with a panel of attorneys and experts in the areas of probate, estate planning, foreclosure, credit fraud, and land issues.

guest Miami-Dade Commission ee of the year. The program will be held Street, The event is sponsored by chairman Esteban Bovo Jr. from 10 a.m. to noon at the JetStream Federal Credit Union Cid will highlight the Town’s Mary Collins Community Center, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue, on Saturday, Septem-ber 15. A question and answer session will follow the panel conversaNOTICE IS HEREWITH GIVEN that meetings of the tions. Town Council of the Town of Miami Lakes, Florida, Marlins Games Field Trips – and its committees, have been scheduled for the Miami Lakes residents, 65 and following dates, times and locations: older, receive free transportation and tickets to Thursday Miami Marlins home games. Youth Activities Task Force Meeting Tickets are sponsored by Wednesday, September 5, 7:00 PM Wellmax Medical Center and Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. transportation is hosted by the EAC and The Graham Cultural Affairs Committee Meeting Companies. Thursday, September 6, 7:00 PM The final field trip is set for Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. the Marlins vs. the Cincinnati Reds on Thursday, September Elderly Affairs Committee Meeting 20 at 7:10 p.m. The bus will Wednesday, September 12, 8:30 AM depart at 4:30 p.m. from Miami Miami Lakes Optimist Park, 6411 N.W. 162 Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Lakes Optimist Clubhouse, 6411 N.W. 162 Street. Education Advisory Board Meeting Seating is limited and reserThursday, September 13, 6:30 PM vations are required by contactMiami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. ing www.toml.eventbrite.com. Reservations will open on Economic Development Committee Meeting Thursday, September 11 at 8:30 Tuesday, September 18, 5:30 PM a.m. and close on Wednesday, September 19 at noon. Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. For more information on EAC Town Council Second Budget Hearing events, visit www.miamilakesTuesday, September 18, 6:30 PM fl.gov/eac, or call 305-3646100. Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla.

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Rosy Prieto is winner of the 2018 Beautification Contest Miami Lakes Neighborhood improvement Committee invited residents to participate in the 2018 Home Beautification Contest in conjunction with the “I Heart Miami Lakes” campaign. Resident Rosy Prieto is this year’s winner for her beautification efforts and commitment to keep Miami Lakes “Growing

Beautifully.” Prieto created an inviting, warm, and beautiful Miami Lakes home entrance by designing, building, and installing decorative planters, pavers and solar lights. As the winner, she will receive a $1,000 Home Depot gift card to continue her beautification efforts.

ROSY PRIETOʼS HOME before (above) and after (below).

Planning & Zoning Board Meeting Wednesday, September 19, 6:30 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Veterans Committee Meeting Thursday, September 20, 6:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Neighborhood Improvement Committee Meeting Thursday, September 20, 7:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla.

Town Manager Selection Committee Meeting Tuesday, September 25, 6:30 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Public Safety Committee Meeting Tuesday, September 25, 6:30 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla.

In accordance with the provisions of F. S. Section 286.0105, should any person seek to appeal any decision made by the Council with respect to any matter considered at these meetings, such person will need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made; which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, persons needing special 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 August 31, 2018 at Miami Lakes, Fl. Gina Inguanzo, Town Clerk

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If elected Diaz, Mingo propose blasting legislation THE MIAMI LAKER

State Representative Manny Diaz Jr. (R-Miami), and Miami Lakes Vice Mayor Frank Mingo have announced that if elected in November to the State Senate and House, the first piece of legislation both members would file in their respective chambers will be to address the rock mining blasting near Miami Lakes, Palm Springs North, Miramar and Southwest Ranches in Broward County. While serving in the Florida House, Diaz and State Senator Rene Garcia (R-Hialeah) secured funds with the help of Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis to conduct a blasting

study with the purpose to reduce the blasting intensity and frequency move blasting zones further from residential areas, and require compensation for citizens for blasting damage. The study has been completed. The Legislative Task Force will review the findings of the study, and help craft legislation. “Balancing our residents’ quality of life with the need for concrete production is an important issue that must be addressed at the state level, and I plan to hit the ground running to do so,” said Diaz, who is running for Senate District 36, which includes part of Miami-

The Miami Lakes Toastmasters Club invites residents to meet members and participate in its twice-monthly meetings at Miami Lakes Educational Center, 5780 N.W. 158 Street. “Miami Lakes Toastmasters provides a supportive and positive environment where members have the opportunity to develop their communication and leadership skills,” said club president Jacqueline House.

Members and guests enjoy meetings that include prepared speeches, Table Topics (impromptu speeches) and evaluations. Meetings are held on the first and third Tuesdays of each month from 7 to 9 p.m. For more information, email Jay Smith, vice president of membership at miamilakestoastmasters@gmail.com.

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Dade County. “If elected to the Florida House, I’m committed to file legislation to address the rock blasting that is occurring in our Miami Lakes community,” said Mingo, who is running for House District 103, which includes parts of Broward and Miami-Dade counties. “I’ve lived in Miami Lakes for more than 30 years and my family and neighbors are also feeling the effects of the rock blasting. Our residents deserve relief and I am committed to ensuring our property structure and values remain unharmed.” “Manny has my full support in the Senate to propose legislation that will address this issue,” said Senate Presidentdesignate Bill Galvano (RBradenton). “He has shared with me the effects the blasting has caused in his community, while also relaying the importance of having available concrete for the needs of our state. “I look forward to working with him on this issue during the legislative session and have asked him to take the lead on this issue when he is elected to the Florida Senate.” “Working together is crucial to bringing change and solution,” said House Speaker-designate Jose Oliva (R-Hialeah). “I, too, have asked Frank

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MANNY DIAZ JR. Mingo to plan to work with his counterpart in the Senate when he is elected to the Florida House and have pledged my support of his efforts. “Together, not only will these

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FRANK MINGO two members bring a powerful combination for the delegation to Tallahassee, but the community will benefit from their collective attention to this matter the moment they are elected.”

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Miami Lakes Garden Club hosts the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Edible Gardening Galâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; on Sept. 24

The Miami Lakes Garden Club invites residents of the town to a presentation given by Karin Fields, an urban gardening specialist. Before she became â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;the Edible Gardening Galâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; and an urban farming guru, Fields was a professional singer. The singing career left her with a lot of free time during the daylight hours, which lead to her passion for gardening and growing food. The passion was so strong, that she decided to drop singing professionally to focus on teaching people, improving the world and making a difference.

These days, Fields is living that dream, giving frequent public and private lectures on the basics of home and urban gardening. The season is almost here, so to get a good solid start, the Miami Lakes Garden Club has invited â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;the Edible Gardening Galâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; herself to speak at the Mary Collins Community Center, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue, on September 24, at 7 p.m. Admission is free to the general public, and all guests will receive a packet of gardening information.

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Town Manager candidates narrowed to 5, 2 alternates

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By David L. Snelling The Miami Laker staff A group of city managers, assistant city managers and former top city administrators were among the candidates interviewed for the town managerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s position for Miami Lakes, as a selection committee narrowed its picks down to five finalists and two alternates. Ana Garcia, city manager for the City of North Miami Beach; Howard Brown, a city manager for Bell City, California; Juan Jimenez, an assistant town manager for Bay Harbor Islands; Miami Lakes resident and veteran firefighter Edward Pidermann; and Miami Lakesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Chief Financial Officer Ismael Diaz made the final cut. Wilmington, North Carolina interim City Manager John Bauer, and PGA West (California) General Manager Scott Randall were named alternates should any of the finalists drop out the running. The Town Council will interview the final cut of candidates sometime this year to determine the best person for the job. The Miami Lakes Selection Committee initially picked 17 candidates for the job but five of them withdrew their candidacy, leaving 12 job seekers to appear before the group during two days of interviews last week in person or via Skype. Garcia is the front-runner for the job, as the committee gave her the highest score on their score cards. During her interview, Garcia said sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a good fit to manage

the 6.5 square-mile town, alluding to her achievements for the northeast city with a population of 45,000 residents and managing a $165 million budget. Brown was a former acting city manager for Opa-locka. In Bell City, he manages a $32 million budget and oversees more than 150 employees while serving 50,000 residents. In Bay Harbor Island, Jimenez, who has over 16 years of government experience, assists the town manger in overseeing the day-to-day operations of a government with 90 employees with a $23 million budget. A Miami Lakes resident, Diaz has been Miami Lakesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; chief financial officer for three years. His duties include supervising accounting practices, finance, investment program, risk management, bonds, payroll, FRS, cost recovery, financial reporting, special taxing districts and interaction with procurement operations. Pidermann, who worked in every operational division of the City of Miami Fire-Rescue Department during a 30-plus career, said he loves his hometown and wants to be the town manager. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is not a stepping stone for another job,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This would be my final job.â&#x20AC;? Bauer said his 40 years of government experience would include learning the townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s challenges and immediately tackle them head on. Randall currently oversees a 3,000 household, gated golfing community.

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Miami Lakes Library plans September acivities THE MIAMI LAKER

Miami Lakes Branch Library announced the following programs that are available for the public during September: For Children and Families: Movies and Stories for Kids – Watch favorite movies with family and friends. Movies being shown this month are “Monster’s University,” The B.F.G.,” and “The Book of Life.” Events made possible by the Town of Miami Lakes Education Advisory Board at 11 a.m. on Wednesdays, September 12 and 19.. Library Lego Club – Let imaginations run wild as participants build and create with LEGO blocks. All ages welcome at 11 a.m. on Saturday,

September 15. Talking is Teaching. Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers – Stories, songs and activities for toddlers. Best for ages 18 months to 3 years old at 11 a.m. on Thursdays, September 6, 13, 20 and 27. STEM Saturday – Make Your Own Ice Cream – Have fun making real ice cream while learning about chemistry. Best for ages 5-15 years old. STEM Saturday interactive lessons and hands-on activities are led by FIU undergraduate and medical students at 10 a.m. on Saturday, September 8. Paws to Read – This reading program aims to improve the literacy skills of children

through the assistance of therapy dogs who serve as literacy mentors. Bring a book of your own choosing or choose one from the library’s collection at 11 a.m. on Saturday, September 8. Dragonball Z Fighter Fall Gaming Tournament – Compete for a chance to win a prize. Winners move on to the final rounds at the FandomFest on Saturday, November 10, at the Main Library. Open to ages 818 years at 11 a.m. on Saturday, September 15. For Teens: D & D and More - Create your own adventure with this classic role-playing game or play chess, Shadow Hunters,

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Magic, the Gathering and more. Best for ages 12 years and up at 5:30 p.m. on Mondays, September 10, 17 and 24. Teen Club – Play video games, watch anime, participate in STEAM activities and more. Best for ages 12 and up at 5 p.m. on Tuesdays, September 11 and 25. For Adults: Purls of Wisdom – Learn basic knitting and stitching. Materials will be provided. Best for ages 18 and up at 2 p.m. on Tuesdays, September 11, 18 and 25. Strum the Lute: Tai Chi for Beginners – Practice this ancient tradition and learn gentle movements to increase

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strength, flexibility and balance. Class is led by library staff. Best for ages 18 and up at 11 a.m. on Wednesdays, September 12, 19 and 26. Meditation – Join in mediation derived from Raja Yoga, a discipline that helps develop inner calm, clear thinking and personal well-being. Meets at 11 a.m. on Fridays, September 7, 14, 21 and 28. Back to Work at 50+ – Job search assistance and training for adults ages 50 and over presented by the AARP Foundation at 1 p.m. on Thursday, September 13. Miami Lakes Branch Library is located at 6699 Windmill Gate Road.

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Main Street Players present Silencio on September 8-9

Main Street Players (MSP) located at 6766 Main Street, along with Proyecto Teatral “Las Mercedes,” will present Silencio, an original play written and directed by Alejandro Milián. This docudrama, based on stories of real experiences of Latino immigrants, gives a voice to the silenced. It will be an interactive visual and musical experience where the daily lives of immigrants and the actors’ own vision come together. The audience will see beyond what they hear on the news in a space where they will find the purest and most beautiful feeling, the truth, told through 10 stories. The show will include projections showing the challenges of traveling to North America in search of a better life. Although the presentation is entirely in Spanish, the essence of the characters has been captured, and their individual experiences, will be paraphrased in English throughout the presentation. The cast of Silencio includes: Karina Dominguez will be

playing La Madre (The Mother), Maray Padrosa will be playing La Hija (The Daughter), Clara Lyzniak will be playing La Abuela (The Grandmother), Grettel Perez Mesa will be playing El Teatro (The Theatre), Salome Muriel will be playing Los Angeles (The Angels), Cherry Prato will be playing La Amiga (The Friend), Andrea Igliozzi will be playing Sin Nombre (No Name), Glenda Gwen Bakit Diaz will be playing Cantante (Singer), Junior Galindo will be playing El Padre (The Friend). Show dates are Saturday, September 8 at 8 p.m. and Sunday, September 9 at 5 p.m. All tickets are $20, and can be reserved online at www.mainstreetplayers.com. Funds raised will be donated to children who will cross the border alone, and the performance will be dedicated to the work of His House Children’s Home. For further information, call Clara Lyzniak at (305) 6064391.

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Costa Realtors hosts fund raising for Manny Diaz Jr. Costa Relators Corporation recently hosted a fundraiser for State Representative Manny Diaz Jr., who’s running for the State Senate, on Main Street in Miami Lakes. Diaz, a Republican who is term-limited in the state’s House of Representatives, faces Democrat challenger David Perez. a Coral Gables firefighter lieutenant, for the District 36 seat on November 6. Miami Lakes community leaders attended the fundraiser to show their support for Diaz, who’s credited with securing state funding for capital improvements projects in Miami Lakes including millions

of dollars for stormwater drainage improvements and a blasting study. So far, Diaz has raised more than $500,000 for his campaign. “We had a great turn out with many business leaders from the community to show our support towards Manny Daiz Jr. Manny has been an outstanding State Representative for the past years bringing millions of dollars for projects in Miami Lakes and as well as leading the charge on Education in Tallahassee,” Roberto Alonso Jr. said. “We are proud to support him and look forward to having him represent us as the next State Senator.”

PICTURED (from left) Miami Lakes Vice Mayor and State Representative candidate Frank Mingo, Miami Lakesʼ first mayor Wayne Slaton, State Representative and state Senate candidate Manny Diaz Jr., Costa Relatorsʼ Wayne Reinhart and Roberto Alonso Jr., and Victor Benitez, general manager for Gus Machado and a Miami Lakes resident.

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Shula’s Steakhouse is named Team of the Year by Culinaire THE MIAMI LAKER

By Kayleen Padron The Miami Laker staff Shula’s Steakhouse was recently voted Team of the Year by Culinaire, an international food and beverage management company. General manager Anthony Rine and his team were honored with the award, as the 30 year anniversary of Shula’s Steakhouse draws near. “It’s been a pleasure, I have so many locals that are regulars that have helped contribute to what we are, and make us what we are,” explained Rine. “I definitely want to thank everyone in the community for making us who we are.” In addition to the anniversary, it’s also the first time the restaurant won the award. Thanks to beating the budget, increased sales, social media success and a low turnover rate, it made the steak house the perfect candidate for the award. With servers working at the restaurant for over 20 years, the steak house is not just a team, but a family.

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Mayor’s office hosts ‘Casino Night’ Sept. 29 Halloween volunteers sought THE MIAMI LAKER

Miami Lakes Mayor Manny Cid’s office will be hosting a “Casino Night” charity gala on Saturday, September 29, at the Roberto Alonso Community Center, 16500 N.W. 87 Avenue. The exciting elegant evening will be filled with music, food, and entertainment to benefit the Town’s Special Needs Advisory Board. The board’s mission is to create a model town for inclusion of individuals with special needs and connect those individuals with existing programs, services and events. Individual tickets are $150

We Stand Corrected

Miami Lakes resident Abel Fernandez noted he was misquoted about comments he made at a recent Town Council meeting. To correct the accounting, Fernandez stated that he had checked all the council members and none of them had taken monies from the miners. Furthermore, Fernandez stated that politicians in Tallahassee had received monies from the mining companies. We want to clarify any misunderstandings that were created. In the August 17 issue, captions for pictures of Town Council candidates were incorrect. The proper names for two of the candidates are Xiomara Pazos and Carlos Alvarez. A story reporting the appointment of Roberto Alonso Jr. to the Miami-Dade Planning and Zoning Board contained inaccurate information. Alonso, and his wife, Alexandra, are the owners of Always At Your Side Adult Day Care in Miami Lakes.

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The Town of Miami Lakes, homeowners associations, professional and volunteer groups have scheduled meetings during September:

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Youth Activities Task Force Sept. 5 7:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center Cultural Affairs Com. Sept. 6 7:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center Elderly Affairs Com. Sept. 12 8:30 am M.L. Opti. Club H. Education Adv. Board Sept. 13 6:30 pm M.L. Govt. Center Economic Devel. Com. Sept. 18 5:30 pm M.L. Govt. Center Town Council Second Budget Hearing Sept. 18 6:30 pm M.L. Govt. Center Planning & Zoning BoardSept. 19 6:30 pm M.L. Govt. Center Veterans Committee Sept. 20 6:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center Neigh. Improv. Com. Sept. 20 7:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center Town Manager Selection Committee Meeting Sept. 25 6:30 pm M.L. Govt. Center Public Safety Committee Sept. 25 6:30 pm M.L. Govt. Center Homeowners Organizations Silvercrest South September 4 7:00 pm MCCC Loch Lomond September 5 6:30 pm MLOP Loch Ness September 10 7:30 pm MCCC Silvercrest North September 10 7:00 pm MCCC Lake Katharine September 12 7:30 pm MLOP Loch Lomond East September 12 7:00 pm MLOP Lake Cynthia September 12 7:30 pm MCCC Windmill Gate September 13 7:00 pm MLOP Royal Palm Estates September 13 7:00 pm MCCC Loch Andrews September 17 7:00 pm MLOP Loch Isle September 17 7:00 pm MLOP Lake Glen Ellen September 18 7:30 pm MCCC Serenity Point September 19 7:00 pm MCCC Royal Oaks September 19 7:30 pm MCCC Regatta Pointe September 20 7:00 pm MCCC Fountain Park September 24 7:30 pm MCCC Lake Elizabeth September 24 7:00 pm MCCC Lake Martha September 25 7:30 pm MCCC Loch Lomond West September 25 7:30 pm MCCC Villa Vizcaya September 26 7:30 pm MCCC Anchorage September 27 7:00 pm MCCC

Miami Lakes Clubs, Professional & Volunteer Groups M.L. Chamber/Com. Wed. Sept. 12 11:30 am Shula’s Hotel M.L. Garden Club Mon. Sept. 24 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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Want to be a “SPOOKTASTIC” volunteer at the Youth Activities Task Force’s annual Halloween event, “Nightmare on Montrose,” on Saturday, October 27? A total of 75 high school volunteers are needed and volunteer registration is on a first come, first served basis. Volunteers must attend three dates to receive their community service hours: • Wednesday, October 10, 6 to

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8 p.m. • Friday, October 26, 3 to 6 p.m. • Saturday, October 27, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. (event day) The meetings and the event will be held at the Mary Collins Community Center, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue. Deadline to register is October 5 at http://bit.ly/2018HalloweenVolunteer. For more information, visit www.miamilakesfl.gov/volunteer.

Classes and Recreation Calendar

The Town of Miami Lakes has scheduled the following classes and recreation activities during September:

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(All classes are free unless noted by [$])

Archery Juniors [$] Ages 11-17 Mondays 4:30 pm MLOP Ballet 1 Ages 5-7 Mondays 4:30 pm MCCC Ballet 2 Ages 7-9 Mondays 5:30 pm MCCC Ballet 3 Ages 9-11 Wednesdays 4:30 pm MCCC Ballet 4 Ages 11-16 Wednesdays 5:30 pm MCCC Bricks4Kidz [$] Ages 5-12 Thursdays 6:15 pm MLYC Canta Y Baila Conmigo Ages 0-5 Tuesdays 10:30 & 1130 am MLYC Code Explorers [$] PK Coding Ages 4-5 Wednesdays 4:00 pm MLYC Code Explorers [$] Engineering Toy Making Ages 6-13 Wednesdays 6:00 on MLYC Code Explorers [$] Game Design Ages 6-13 Tuesdays 6:00 pm MLYC Code Explorers [$] Coding for Homeschoolers Ages 5-10 Tuesdays 10:00 am MLOP Guitar [$] Ages 7-12 Tuesdays 6:00 pm MLOP Violin [$] Ages 7-12 Wednesdays 6:00 pm MLOP

Jazz 1 Ages 5-7 Tuesdays 4:30 pm MCCC Jazz 2 Ages 7-9 Tuesdays 5:30 pm MCCC Jazz 3 Ages 9-11 Thursdays 4:30 pm MCCC Jazz 4 Ages 11-16 Thursdays 5:30 pm MCCC 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 Music Together [$] Ages 0-5 Wednesdays 9:30/1030 am MLYC Open Hang Nights (Themed Nights) Ages 11-17 Select Wed./Fri. 6:00 pm MLYC YMCA After School Care [$[ Ages 6-8th Grade 2:00 to 6:00 pm MLOP YMCA After School Care [$] Ages K-5th Grade 2:00 to 6:00 pm RACC

(Adult Programs) 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 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

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Monsignor Edward Pace High baseball coach Tom Duffin was named Florida Dairy Farmers 5A Coach of the Year after leading the Spartans to their seventh state championship last season. Enroute to the championship, Pace won 14 consecutive games and beat Jacksonville Bolles, 10-4, for the state title, avenging

a 2016 final loss and preventing Bolles from winning a third straight crown. Duffin was named the Miami Herald’s 6A-2A Coach of the Year in 2016. Pace calls him a true legacy to the Spartans athletic program for 23 years. Since 1992, the Florida Diary Farmers High School Sports

Awards program, which recognizes all 30-FHSAA-sanctioned and recognized sports, has honored more than 5,000 of the state’s top student-athletes and coaches. Past winners have gone on to star at the collegiate and professional levels, and some have even represented their country in the Olympic Games.

Pace celebrates State champion team with ring, banner ceremony

By Raquel Edmundson Special to the Miami Laker It has been an exciting time for Monsignor Edward Pace PICTURED (from left) Paceʼs athletic director and football High School’s (Pace) baseball coach Joe Zacceho, Pace principal Ana Garcia and head program. Several graduating baseball coach Tom Duffin. seniors received athletic and academic scholarships, five varsity players made the Miami Herald’s All-Dade 2018 6A-2A Spring team and Senior Yordani Carmona was named the 6A-2A Pitcher of the Year. Yet the true highlight for the student athletes and everyone at Pace was the team’s ability to bring home the school’s seventh Baseball State Championship title with a 10-4 win over the Jacksonville Bolles. The school proudly received the coveted PACE HIGHʼS state championship baseball team members title on June 2 during the final celebrate with their rings and a banner in honor of their suc- game, something they have not been able to attain since 2006. cessful season. Last week, the state championship team was formally recognized with a ring ceremony in HAVE HA AVE AN IDEA their honor held before the entire F OR A PRODUCT FOR student body, their parents, coaches, faculty and staff. KNOW BUT DON'T KNO OW Duffin thanked all of the individuals who had a role in the WHERE T O BE EGIN? ? TO BEGIN? success of the team, both on and off the field. GIVE US A CALL A red carpet greeted each of the players as they walked across the floor to receive their much anticipated championship rings. Each player was also given a small personalized banner with their name, team photo and jersey number. Duffin took a moment to address the students in the stands and reminded them of the significance and pride that comes along with the school having this title. “They won this for you and for Pace, so you can be proud to say that you are a Pace Spartan,” Duffin said. He then addressed the players before the championship banner was displayed from the gym rafters, stating “your names will go up on this banner, and as long as Pace lives, you’ll live forever.” At the end of the ceremony, the team posed for several photos before taking a moment to be (305) 521-9080 photographed with their families. MONSTER M ONSTER pr prototypemonster.com otottypemonster.com o

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batting average with 19 RBI. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve had a wonderful playing experience at Miami Lakes Optimist Club,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It prepared me for the second stage of my softball career. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m extremely grateful to MLO and all the coaches who have had an impact throughout my years there. So many memories and friends.â&#x20AC;? Alex Castroman said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are extremely proud of her. Softball seven days a week, traveling all over the state on tournaments, all the scratches and bruises have all be worth it. Hard work and dedication always pay off. We love you, Erika.â&#x20AC;?

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By Marlen Mursuli Special to The Miami Laker History was made last week at St. Thomas University (STU) as the school is launching a football team and marching band for the first time ever. South Florida's newest football team, the St. Thomas Bobcats, wil begin practice in Spring 2019, while building the capacity to play a full season beginning in Fall 2019. The addition of the football team will be the 15th sports program at the school, which competes in the NAIA. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are coming off a very successful season in STU Athletics history, and I feel the addition of football is the next natural step for our athletics program,â&#x20AC;? said STU president David A. Armstrong. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Football is more than a game. Football has taught me some of the most important lessons in my life â&#x20AC;&#x201C; hard work, discipline, a positive attitud â&#x20AC;&#x201C; which all lead to great team work and success. Those are all the things that can be taught and learned through programs like football and marching band. And all these things are things this country needs today.â&#x20AC;? By adding football and marching band, STU hopes to add upwards of 20 students for foot-

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ball and 10 students for the marching band that would be connected with the programs in Spring 2019. In Fall 2019, the number is expected to grow to 100 football student-athletes and 30 marching band members. The location for on-campus football facilities, training field, and game-day field are to be determined. The Bobcats, full-time members of The Sun Conference, will compete in the Mid-South Conference in football in The Sun Division. Eric Ward, commissioner of the Mid-South Conference, said he was honored and excited to have St. Thomas University join as the eighth football member in the Sun Division. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Not only will we increase our number to 23 teams in 2019, but

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FIU volleyball teams recognized with Academic Team Award

Florida International University’s indoor and beach volleyball teams have been recognized with the 2017-18 American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA) Team Academic Award. The indoor program was among 164 teams recognized, while the beach volleyball program is one of just 23 honored. The indoor team posted a cumulative grade point average of 3.34, for the year. Beach volleyball logged a grade point average of 3.56. “I am so proud of my teams for their academic accomplishments,” said Rita BuckCrockett, head coach of both programs. “This is an honor that is as demanding as competing in a championship. These ladies are continuously demonstrating that they are champions in life, as well as in the sports.” The award honors collegiate and high school volleyball teams that displayed excellence in the classroom during the school year by maintaining at least a 3.30 cumulative team gradepoint average on a 4.0 scale or a 4.10 cumulative team GPA on a 5.0 scale. This season, the beach volleyball program posted a 23-12 record, and a 7-3 mark in Coastal Collegiate Sports Association play, advancing to their first-ever NCAA Championships in Gulf Shores, Alabama.

Miami Lakes Educational Center acknowledges senior class as ‘Royalty’ By Luis Mila Special to The Miami Laker The Senior Class is royalty at Miami Lakes Educational Center (MLEC). After years of hard work and dedication, the upperclassmen don their crowns on the first day of school, signaling that this is their year. Upperclassmen plan and decorate their gear, often planning to coordinate with their friends. They mark the occasion with pomp, circumstance and the obligatory selfie on the senior throne. These crowns represent three stressful years, filled with laborious work, the sacrifice of a social life, summer programs and an infinite collection of memories created on campus. It’s a sign that ‘senioritis’ is about to strike, and that public

schooling has met its end. It may seem odd, but wearing the headgear seems to bring out a feeling of unison and a sense of family among the seniors who realize that this is it, their final year. “It’s always fun to see these once nervous and scared freshmen become confident young men and women, poised to take on the world, preparing to head off to college and the career world,” said John Moffi, student government sponsor and Social Studies department chair. “That really is what it’s all about, claiming the power to become the masters of their fate,” he added. It won’t be long before these crowns and senior sashes are replaced with graduation caps and gowns.

A GROUP of Miami Lakes Educational Center seniors pose with their crowns.

New Goleman principal is well known locally THE MIAMI LAKER

By Kayleen Padron The Miami Laker staff Barbara Goleman Senior High School (BGSHS) recently welcomed Dr. Manuel Sanchez III as the new principal. Sanchez has 24 years of experience in education, with 12 of those years being in administration. He’s worked in Miami Lakes as well as surrounding areas. Most notably, he was principal at Miami Lakes Middle School and Palm Springs North Elementary School. He was also an assistant principal at Carol City Middle School and teacher at Miami Park Elementary School. “I taught students that were labelled severely or emotionally disturbed. It was fourth and fifth grade, and I taught math and science to those students,” Sanchez said. “It was awesome. It was tough, but very rewarding. Some of them are doing great, and one of them is actually working at the Publix here in Miami Lakes.” In addition to earning his doctorate degree at Barry University for special education with an area of concentration in leadership, Sanchez has received many honors and awards. In 2016, Sanchez was awarded Principal of the Year in Miami-Dade County Public Schools. He was also Assistant Principal of the Year for middle school the same year his school was ranked the number one

middle school in Miami-Dade, and number one, Title One middle school in the state of Florida. He was named educator of the year, and has even earned a proclamation from the town of Miami Lakes. Starting from elementary school, Sanchez has experienced what student life is like every step of the way until middle school. Being administrator at BGSHS is his first time seeing students at a high school level. “I think the coolest thing is, I’ve been there from the beginning, I’ve been there for the middle, and now I kind of want to see the end. Certain kids we have here we’ve had since elementary school, they kind of followed me. It’s a neat thing,” Sanchez commented. With the new school year that began August 20, Sanchez already has big plans for the high school. In addition to growing their magnet program, Sanchez is also enforcing uniforms for students, opening the school library, adding security measures for student safety and adding more activities and events. Dual enrollment will also be modified. Instead of students going off campus for their college courses, Sanchez plans on teachers earning credentials to become professors for local universities, so students can stay in Miami Lakes and still earn college credits.

Miami-Dade County Public Schools unveiled new menu items for students starting school in the 2018-2019 school year. Although M-DCPS always offers vegetarian and vegan items, the menu has been

expanded to offer more variety. New options include plantbased vegan chili, cilantro and chipotle brown rice and more. Using locally-sourced fruits and vegetables, M-DCPS will still be offering free breakfast for students.

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“I want to grow the magnet program and the school. I want to be state-of-the art in academics as well as activities. We get the best of both worlds,” he laughed as he hummed Hannah Montana’s hit song, ‘Best of Both Worlds.’ With all the years of experience under his belt however, one thing remains constant for Sanchez – first-day-of-school jitters. “I look forward to that first day of school. Seeing all the kids, and just sitting in the cafeteria, walking and meeting everyone. I looked forward to that,” remarked Sanchez. “When those kids come in, you don’t sleep on Sunday, because no matter how many years you do it, you’re nervous and anxious. It’s like the first day of school when you were a kid. It’s even more heightened because it’s a new school for me. No matter how many years you’re FORMER Miami Lakes Middle School principal, Dr. Manuel in the system, that Sunday Sanchez III, has taken the reins as principal at Barbara before school starts is always Goleman Senior High School. butterflies in your stomach, and it’s really exciting.” Nora Bueno, previously the DUKE AND DUTCHESS assistant principal alongside PET CENTER & GROOMING, INC. Sanchez at Miami Lakes EXPERT GROOMING Middle School, will be joining MIAMI LAKES • Dogs & Cats him as BGSHS’s newest assisSINCE 1977 • No Tranquilizers tant principal. Bueno, like • From Bows to Clothes Sanchez, is looking forward to T HE FAMILY SHOP FOR the new school year at BGSHS. “The best part about being THE FAMILY PET principal is getting to know all CYPRESS VILLAGE SHOPPING CENTER the students of the school,” explained Sanchez. “It’s neat to see the kids grow throughout 7345 Miami Lakes Drive the years.”

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MLEC’s junior class leaves their ‘PawPrint’ - a Jaguar tradition

By Sarah Lemos Special to The Miami Laker High school is only four years long, but it is monumental. The lessons learned, both in and out of the classroom, leave an imprint. In the case of Miami Lakes Educational Center’s (MLEC) Jaguars, a paw print. Each year, the junior class solidifies its status as upperclassmen by the mark that the class will leave on the school. They celebrate this by designing and creating a paw that will hang on the wall of the main cafeteria. The class of 2020 revealed their mark during lunch on August 24. “I loved it,” said Genesis Perez, science teacher and the MLEC juniors of the class of 2020 posing with their mural. junior class sponsor, “Especially the scratches and the art work within the scratches. I love the details and all the artwork they put into it. It was a beautiful creative way of expressing themselves.” The class hoped to unveil a distinct design that would not only make them stand out, but also represent their class by presenting how they see themselves and how others perceive them as well. “We talked to the artists, and they had some ideas so all the officers and the artists came to an agreement. As the design came to be, we continued to make adjustments here and there,” said Natalia Reboredo, president of the class of 2020. “The scratches were something unique. The scratches are like looking into the future. The UFOs and the movie references of films that look into the future. There’s a billboard saying ‘taking the throne’ and that happened because we wanted something funny as well, and purple means royalty so it all went together.” The class of 2020 just became upperclassmen and they are wasting no time writing and designing their narrative.

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HML media teacher honored with Model Teacher award Hialeah-Miami Lakes High’s CTE teacher Ray Parris won the first NFTE Model Teacher Challenge, a highly competitive contest for educators across the U.S., who teach NFTE’s entrepreneurship courses to middle and high school students. Parris, a digital media teacher, was recognized as the winner during the NFTE’s Entrepreneurial Teacher Summit in Philadelphia. Parris received a $20,000 cash prize and HML received $5,000 to fund resources that support entrepreneurship education.

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By Raquel Edmundson Special to the Miami Laker Miami Lakes resident and class of 2014 Monsignor Edward Pace High School (Pace) alumnus, Nicholas Fernández graduated from the highly distinguished Princeton University on June 5. He completed his four years of undergraduate studies as Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts in politics and a certificate in American studies. Fernández was the recipient of the University’s Harold Willis Dodds Achievement Prize, which was given during the school’s annual class day ceremony in June. Initially, Fernández entered Princeton with plans to pursue studies in architecture, but he then realized that his aspirations were more aligned with a career in public service. During his undergraduate years, he served as the co-editor-in-chief of the undergraduate yearbook, and led key fundraising efforts for student organizations. He

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NICOLAS FERNANDEZ founded an orientation leadership group and also served on several of the university’s committees. During two of his summer recesses, Fernández remained in Princeton, New Jersey while interning with the office of the dean of Undergraduate Students and with the office of Development. During his time at Pace, Fernández consistently stood out as a high-achieving member of the student body and exemplified a passion and focus for

politics. This love of American politics was so strong, that it inspired him to dedicate his university senior thesis to the evolution of the Democratic and Republican parties' socioculturaland economic rhetoric at presidential nominating conventions from 1956-2016. Fernández says he owes much of that to the foundation he received during his high school years. “I know that Pace played an important role not only in getting me there (to Princeton,) but also in helping me thrive. By providing me with invaluable leadership skills, teaching me to truly love learning and strengthening my faith in God's grace and truth." Following graduation, Fernández returned back to South Florida. He has been actively working with various political campaigns for the recent midterm primary elections as well as for the upcoming general elections in November.

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American and HML Adult Education Centers hold joint graduation ceremonies

American and Hialeah-Miami Lakes Adult Education centers recently celebrated their accomplishments during a graduation ceremony, where Miami-Dade County School Board Chair Perla Tabares-Hantman and Assistant Superintendent for School Operations Luis Diaz showed their admiration and support for the graduates. The centers also offer educational opportunities for students from American, Goleman, Carol City, Norland, Jose Marti MAST and 14 other locations serving senior learners and adults with disabilities across Hialeah and Miami Lakes. Some of the graduating students that evening were the Success Management Academy (SMA) students from HML Adult Education Center and Jose Martinez MAST SMA. The group represents a pro-

gram of choice for immigrants between the ages of 16-18. The students receive intensive English classes and preparation to earn their high school equivalency diploma. In addition, the SMA program provides them with career pathway orientations preparing them for transition to higher education as well as assimilation and acculturation to this country. Hantman is a strong support of educational opportunities for all students and has always been receptive to new programs that will assist in furthering accessibility of these opportunities. Dr. David Bennett, a dentist and Miami Lakes community activist, was the keynote speaker for the graduation ceremony, and he offered scholarships to four SMA graduates.

PICTURED at the Adult Education graduation ceremonies (bottom, from left) Tracie McCullough, vice principal of American Adult Education; Fransisco Garnica, principal of American High; Luis Diaz, Assistant Superintendent School Operations; Dr. David Bennett, keynote speaker; Alexis Cazanas, principal for American and Hialeah Miami Lakes Adult Education; Dr. Benjamin Davis, assistant principal of Hialeah Miami Lakes Adult; and Cristina Dibiase-Ugalde, assistant principal for Hialeah Miami Lakes Adult Education. (Top center) School Board Chair Perla Tabares Hantman.

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Bob Graham Edu. Center welcomes back students

BOB GRAHAM EDUCATION CENTER (BGEC) celebrated a great first week of school. Students were greeted with a pencil highlighting the theme for the school year, “Bob Graham Education Center: Bring Your ʻAʼ Game!” The school also welcomed police officers from the Town of Miami Lakes whoʼve joined the BGEC family. Additionally, the Primary Learning Center (PLC) also has an armed guard. School security monitors have a new look, and are donning their new uniforms. BGEC students and staff are pictured welcoming in the new school year.

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HML’s Emily Morey receives CAP scholarship at Marlins Park

Hialeah-Miami Lakes High senior Emily Morey was among 200 Miami Foundations’ CAP scholarship recipients who were honored during a recent Miami Marlins game at Marlins Park. The CAP is a nonprofit organization which operates with full cooperation of The Miami Foundation and the Miami-Dade County School Board. CAP assists Moree and other students who have exhausted all avenues of financial assistance but still have significant unmet needs to attend the college of their choice. She applied for the scholarship in January and were among the recipients chosen based on their GPA, academic goals and career aspirations, as the grant will help overcome life’s obstacles for college success.

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Congratulations are in order for nine students at Jose Marti MAST 6-12 Academy. They all achieved a perfect score on their Florida Standards Assessments (FSA) in a particular area. Their achievement was recognized by Governor Rick Scott with a special certificate. Students Serina Arencibia and Karla Dominguez earned their marks in their biology end of course (EOC) exam. Sophia

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Fernandez and Vivianna Rodriguez got a perfect score in their civics EOC exams. Hadrian Gonzalez scored in U.S. history, while Kathleen Perez earned hers in sixth grade math. Students with perfect scores in different levels of English language acquisition are Benjamin Conol, Alejandra Beltran and Alejandro Rosales.

JOSE MARTI ACADEMY students with perfect EOC scores were (from left) Alejandra Beltran, Karla Dominguez, Alejandro Rosales, Vivianna Rodriguez, Kathleen Perez, Sophia Fernandez, Serina Arencibia, and Benjamin Conol , pictured with principal Jose Enriquez. (Not pictured, Hadrian Gonzalez.)

BARBARA GOLEMANʼS Yearbook Committee hosted a ʻsenior crown competition.ʼ Winners received prizes, including a Senior Luau ticket for third place, a free yearbook for second place and a free homecoming ticket for first place. Justin Landrove (right) won first place with his saxophone musical crown, Caridade Nittolo (left) came in second with her Star Wars themed crown, and Kerrington Freeman (center) won third for her golden rhinestone princess crown.

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Miami-Dade Public Schools offers new programs and initiatives for 2018-2019 Miami-Dade County Public schools (M-DCPS) started the 2018-2019 school year with 90 programs and initiatives that builds on M-DCPS’s goals on providing classrooms with innovation, academic rigor and expanded student access. Over 60 programs were created or strengthened for the new school year. Local schools like American Senior high and Hialeah Gardens Senior High will be participating in course embedded virtual reality programs. Additionally, Lawton Chiles Middle School will take part in Project Lead The Way, a computer science-based learning approach. Thirty new initiatives have also been introduced for the benefit of students, parents, administration and teachers. M-DCPSafe is one of those initiatives launching in the fall. As part of the initiative, law enforcement will be present at every school, thanks to partner-

ships with Miami-Dade Schools Police Department. Additionally, the program will adhere to the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Public Safety Act. Other initiatives have been created to ensure child safety, such as the Miami-Dade County Public Schools Police Command Center and Vigilant Schools, a program that will increase school security and safeguards. Academic initiatives will include a Paid Academic Year Internship Program, SAT School Day, Pre-AP, iBot and more. Programs have also been created to benefit student mental health and social issues, such as “Don’t Stall, Just Call,” Be The Change, E(liminate)-Cigs Awareness Campaign and Single-Gender Educational Environments. For more information about these programs, visit www. news.dadeschools.net.

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MLK-8 Center Miami Lakes Area introduces car decals for parents 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

MIAMI LAKES K-8 CENTER enthusiastically welcomed back students this school year, They were greeted by administration, teachers, staff and school cheerleaders under colorful balloon arches. On the first day of school, the PTSA (Parent Teacher Student Association) and generous sponsors provided car decals for every student in order to transition into an easier and more effective dismissal process. Mayor Manny Cid and Miami Lakes chief operating officer (COO) Tony Lopez (pictured above), approved of the new changes.

MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE 6381 Miami Lakeway North, Miami Lakes 33014 (Preschool Thru 6th Grade) Now accepting “STEP UP FOR STUDENTS” Scholarships Stepupforstudents.org Now offering V.P.K. Call for more information!

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

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6250 Miami Lakes Drive East Telephone: 305-557-1959 Sunday Service.................4:00 PM Wednesday Youth.............7:30 PM

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6701 Miami Lakeway South Services in Spanish Sunday service...............12:30 PM Thursday service..............8:00 PM

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St. Andrews Lutheran Church

575 West 68 Street Telephone: 305-821-3622 Sunday service (English)...9:00 AM Sunday service (Spanish)10:30 AM Bible School......................11:00 AM

Voice for Jesus Church 4824 N.W. 167 Street

Telephone: 305-625-3787 Sunday service.................10:00 AM Youth Thursday..................7:00 PM Friday Prayer Service........7:00 PM

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Hialeah Church of Christ

Shula’s Hotel (Davis Cup Room) 6842 Main Street, Miami Lakes Telephone: 305-558-1060 Sunday Bible Study.............9:30 AM Sunday Worship Service.10:30 AM Sunday Evening Service...6:00 PM Wednesday Bible Study.....7:30 PM

Fulfilled Life Church

Country Club Middle School 18305 N.W. 75 Place Telephone: 786-378-2356 Sunday Service (Eng.).....10:30 AM

Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic Church

15801 N.W. 67 Avenue Telephone: 305-558-2302 Sunday services in English ...........9:30, 11:00 AM and 5:30 PM Sunday services in Spanish: ...........8:00 AM, 12:45 and 7:00 PM Daily services......7:00 and 8:30 AM Confessions: Saturdays.....3:30 PM

Mother of Our Redeemer Catholic Church

8445 N.W. 186 Street Telephone: 305-829-6141 Daily services (Spanish).....8:30 AM Saturday (English)..............5:30 PM Saturday (Spanish)............7:00 PM Sundays (English).....8 & 10:30 AM Sundays (Spanish) ................9 AM, 12:30 and 7:00 PM

North Palm Baptist Church

7801 N.W. 178 Street Telephone: 305-558-2032 Sunday 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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Spanish Lakes Elementary (SLE) is staying true to this year’s slogan of ‘Let the Good Times Roll’ with an "A" ranking, and continued learning gains for the 2018-19 school year. SLE emphasizes their two choice programs. Programs include Biso and Cambridge. Cambridge enhances the cur-

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riculum to develop critical thinking skills and foster collaboration for students to meet global expectations. The initiative Biso provides language instruction for students to become bilingual and biliterate individuals. Superintendent Alberto Carvalho's initiatives this year focus on safety and increasing

culture as well as academics, and the administration of SLE is focusing on each one. Safety is a priority at SLE, specifically when it comes to the uniform policy, which requires a current ID worn by each employee. Visitors must also pass through a single entrance Raptor system, with new dismissal systems in place as well. In SLE'S first year of seeking STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics) designation, the school was awarded the silver designation. Additionally, SLE went up 10 points on the FSA (Florida Standards Assessments) science test. This year, SLE plans on going for the gold designation.

North Palm Baptist hosts ‘Jews for Jesus’ on Sept. 16

North Palm Baptist Church invites the community of Miami Lakes to hear a presentation given by Jews for Jesus on Sunday, September 16 at 10:30 a.m at 7801 N.W. 178 Street. The topic will be “Gospel in the feasts of Israel.” Jews for Jesus is an agency that proclaims that Jesus is the messiah of Israel and savior of the world. The late Dr. Moishe Rosen, a Jew who has believed in Jesus for over 35 years, founded the organization. However, Rosen was quick to point out that Jews for Jesus did not start with him. "Jews for Jesus began about 2,000 years ago, around 32 C.E., give or take a year. Jesus'

first disciples were Jewish, and there have been some Jewish people who have believed in him ever since,” Rosen said. To the group, believing in Jesus makes sense in light of the Jewish Bible, the Torah, and in light of their experiences as "believers." For those who argue that Christianity contradicts the meaning of Judaism, the Jews for Jesus say there are answers, which their representative will be happy to discuss after the presentation. Admission is free. For more information call (305) 558-2032 or visit www.northpalm baptist.org.

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with the St. Petersburg Philharmonia, Marinsky Orchestra, Konzerthaussorchester Berlin, Chamber Orchestra of the Marinsky Theatre, London Philharmonia, Danish National Symphony, and the Munich Chamber Orchestra, among others. The suggested donation is $15 for Miami Lakes residents. A reception will follow the performance with the artists. The program is part of the Church’s annual concert series and is copresented by the VI Miami Music Festival from around the World. For more information, call 305-455-1269.

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