Miami Laker 2014 August 1 by MiamiLaker

Like us on

The original northwest Miami-Dade community newspaper for the Town of Miami Lakes & surrounding areas Vol. 40 No 15

305-817-4078

MIAMI LAKES, FLORIDA

AUGUST 1, 2014

News and Notes about Miami Lakes area schools. ..............See Pages 17 & 18

Rome Chamber Orchestra visits Miami Lakes Aug. 2 Miami Lakes Cultural Affairs Committee is hosting Summerfest 2014, an evening of classical music starting at 8 p.m. on Saturday, August 2, at Miami Lakes United Methodist Church, 14800 N.W. 67 Avenue. The cultural event is free to all residents and their guests. Each year, the Symphony of the America’s internationally renowned Summerfest hosts an international acclaimed foreign chamber orchestra joined by Symphony musicians for concerts throughout Florida and the Americas under the baton of Maestro James Brooks-Bruzzese. It is the longest running music festival in Florida, and one of the highest-rated cultural projects. The Mission Chamber Orchestra, based in Rome, is an established international musical ensemble – dynamic and alternative. During the past six years, this artistic and humanitarian chamber orchestra formed by the organization Musicfor, has been acclaimed throughout Europe. Its musicians are experienced professionals, graduates and faculty members of noted European conservatories, devoted to presenting musical excellence and organizing performances which are of high humanitarian importance. From Baroque to contemporary, the Mission Chamber

MISSION CHAMBER ORCHESTRA OF ROME featured in Summerfest 2014 concert on August 2 in Miami Lakes. Orchestra offers innovative programs to provide its audience with a wide range of music under the guidance of its artistic director Lorenzo Turchi-Floris. The Mission Chamber Orchestra has a

partnership with, and performs often in the Vatican. For more information on the concert, contact Clarisell De Cardenas at decardenasc@miamilakes-fl.gov.

Girl Scouts join with Youth Activities Task Force for Fit Fair at Park West on August 9

Town holds line on tax rate; budget hearings in September The Miami Laker staff Miami Lakes appears to be in good financial shape for the next fiscal year, as the town is proposing to hold the line on the property tax rate, while generating enough revenues to resume rendering quality services and a surplus to keep the municipality running efficiently. But residents may pay a slight tax increase because their property values grew last year. Last month, the mayor and councilmembers preliminarily approved to keep the same 2.3581 rate, which would generate about $5.7 million in ad valorem taxes and with additional revenues to help offset the rising costs of services, including the town’s biggest expenditure – police services. The town’s proposed $15.8 million spending plan calls for a

four percent increase, $7.2 million, for police services stemming from pay raises, the elimination of the contribution to health care and an increase for fuel and overhead costs. Miami Lakes, however, absorbed some of the financial impact by reducing police overtime, planning, legal and software expenses. Councilmembers will first discuss the budget for 2014-2015 during a workshop, scheduled for 5:30 p.m., Tuesday, August 26, at Miami Lakes Town Hall, 6601 Main Street. The budget hearings are scheduled for 6 p.m., Tuesday, September 9, and Tuesday, September 23, at Miami Lakes Town Hall.

n Community Calendar, 11, School, sports and church news, 14-19 Classified ads.........20-23

The Town of Miami Lakes and its Youth Activities Task Force, along with local businesses and organizations, have partnered with Girl Scouts Chloe Schwinghammer and Emily Wong from Troop 248 to host a Fit Fair for the community from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, August 9, at Miami Lakes Park West, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue. The Fit Fair, created by the two girls as a Girl Scout Silver Award project, is intended to reduce obesity by promoting health and fitness, and to help Miami Lakes residents learn about fitness opportunities in the town. It also offers an

opportunity for parents to start their children on the road to a healthy and fit new school year. The event is free and will offer presentations by local professionals about child and adolescent health and wellness, and feature local businesses and organizations that provide fitness programs including sports, dance, Karate and more. With schools scheduled to reopen classes in late August, the event is a timely back-to-school event and an opportunity for parents and children to learn about fun and healthy activities for the upcoming school year. Miami

Lakes Youth Activities Task Force will also offer back-to-school giveaways and promote its own fun activities and programs. Walgreens will be on site with a pharmacist to answer questions and to offer free blood pressure checks. Other participating sponsors include Miami Lakes Sports Shop, DDA Engineers, P.A., Kobushi Karate Dojo of Miami Lakes, and Miami-Dade Commissioner Esteban Bovo Jr. For more information, contact Girl Scouts Troop 248 at 248 gstroop@gmail.com.

A Look Inside:

n Theatre Review: Becky’s New Car interacts emotionally with audience on Main Street...........2

n County Club of Miami residents vent concerns over golf course closing...........................5

n Miami Lakes Art Academy owners open new A+ Daycare Center at Lake Patricia.............8

n BankUnited chairman John Kanas named EY Entrepreneur of the Year.................................3

n News and Notes of interest from the Town of Miami Lakes. See Pages..........................6 & 7

n Florida’s Sales Tax Holiday offers Back-to-School savings on clothing and supplies..........16

(Please see Page 3) n Pace High School schedules new student orientation for August 14............................18

PAGE 2

AUGUST 1, 2014

THE MIAMI LAKER

Theatre Review:

Becky’s New Car interacts emotionally with audience By Roselind Romero The Miami Laker staff “The more I do, the further behind I get,” said Becky Foster, played by Francine Birns, in the new Main Street Players production Becky's New Car. “Anyone else feel like that?” She motions to the audience for feedback. Echoes of sighs, muffled laughs, and empathetic grunts fill the room.

Group Rates – Tours – Cruises

Evelyn Verdial Your travel consultant with over 40 years experience! (Se Habla Español)

305-395-7303 Mobile: 305-484-8754 evelyn@italynx.com www.LynxInternational.net

Becky's New Car expertly breaks down the fourth wall and creates an atmosphere unlike any other play. Becky converses with the audience, enlists them in various comedic tasks and most importantly transforms the play from a distanced, theatrical visual into an engaged session of opinions and emotions. Everyone in the theater is but another passenger in Becky's new car and the winding roads she calls her life. To effectively play a character like Becky, one must be quick on their feet, as every new showing is another improvisation opportunity. The success of the play relies on the chemistry of all the characters, but the large role of Becky Foster places much of the weight on Birns’ shoulders to carry the show, a weight she manages with flawless grace. Becky's average life with her husband, Joe (played by Ron Torres), and her son, Chris played by Jason Lyzniak), is a relatively good one, but not one that leaves much room for adventure. Enter Walter Flood (played by Harry

The Law Offices of Joshua J. Hertz, P.A., has a new office located in Miami Lakes. We focus on helping car accident victims, slip and fall accidents and personal injury matters.

Location: 8100 Oak Lane, Suite 308, Miami Lakes, FL 33016

305-821-2182

www.fighting4yourrights.com

Marsh). Walter's endless cash-flow and aloofness contributes to his aimless and helpless nature. In trying to find a suitable gift for his co-workers, he thinks to buy what any man with no sense and a lot of cash would – cars. “I'm just terrible at gifts,” Walter says with an amusing note of sincerity. Walter's chance meeting with Becky at the dealership she works at send them both off into a thrilling adventure, though the chaos in their wake follows quick at their heels. Back at home is Joe, and despite his simple life, he is instantly charming, witty and sardonic, a seemingly perfect match with Becky, enough so that you question what might Becky see in Walter with a husband like Joe around. Chris, a psychology major still living in his parent's home, often poses existential questions and recites psychobabble, and yet is still keen enough to pick up on the subtle changes happening within his home. Walter's daughter Kenni (played by Illeana Hernandez), and friend Ginger (played by Lucy Nunez), as well as Becky's coworker, Steve, (played by Brian McCormack) become inevitably involved in Becky's life. With the internal conflict of choosing faithfulness or adventure, Becky manages to live two lives until a car and a misunderstanding give her a way out. More than one life is changed, and one life is lost. Despite the comedy, at its heart, Becky's New Car is about grief, and the choices

CAST FOR THE MAIN STREET PLAYERS’ production of Becky’s New Car includes (from left) Lucy Nunez, Harry Marsh, Francine Silver Birns, Ron Torres, Jason Lyzniak, Lleana Hernanez, and Brian McCormack. (Photo by Dennis Lyzniak.) we all make to cope with the hand life dealt to us. Becky’s New Car was written by Steven Dietz and is directed by Main Street Players’ artistic director, Robert Coppel, with Clara Lyzniak as assistant director. The production showtimes are Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m., Sundays at 2 p.m. There is no per-

formance on Friday, August 1, but an additional performance will be presented on Sunday, August 3 at 7 p.m. Tickets are available online or at the door. Adults are $25, seniors (62+) are $20 and students (with current school ID) are $18. For more information visit the website at www.mainstreetplayers.com or call 305-558-3737.

M.L. Methodist hosts ‘Girls On Fire’ Miami Lakes United Methodist Church has opened registration for the “Girls On Fire” Conference event set to take place Friday, September 12, and Saturday, September 13. The event will feature music, inspirational speakers, workshops and a variety of practical and lifeaffirming topics. Additionally, boutique shopping, samples,

goodie bags, a dessert bar and more will be available. For more information and to register call the church at 305-821-7274. Miami Lakes United Methodist Church is located at the corner of Miami Lakes Drive and N.W. 67 Avenue.

Allure Smile Center Ana Maderal-Cozad DDS NEW PATIENT SPECIAL

INSTANT Inch Loss

COMPLIMENTARY Exam + X-Rays

FAST SAFE EASY

Includes comprehensive exam & all necessary x-rays. Coupon not valid with insurance. May not be combined with other offers.

Summer Special $100 OFF* Any Full Program

Exp. 8-31-14 (Not to be combined with any other offer. Valid with coupon only. Exp. 7-31-14)

50% OFF Laser Lipo Treatment Package (Valid with this coupon only. Exp. 7-31-14) Exp. 8-31-14

FREE Before

One Sample Laser Treatment

After

(Valid with this coupon only. Exp. 7-31-14) Exp. 8-31-14

No Surgery No Pain No Downtime Lose Up to 1 Inch in First Treatment Treatments Can Reduce Cellulite & Tighten Skin

NOW ACCEPTING

Burn Fat and Boost Metabolism with: HCG Programs Increase Energy with: B-12 Lipotropic Fat Burning Injections We Will Match Any Competitor’s Pricing

www.weightlossmiamilakes.com CALL NOW FOR A FREE CONSULTATION

Phentermine program available

305-828-7952 8020 N.W. 154 Street • Miami Lakes, FL 33016

*Special based on a full service 16 weeks program. Required nutritional supplements and medical fees, at regular low prices. Individual results may vary. An independent physician is in the Center a minimum of one evening a week. Available at participating locations. Void where prohibited. ©2013 Physicians WEIGHT LOSS Centers of America, Inc. ®, Akron, OH 44333. A Health Management Group TM company. All rights reserved.

• Smile Make-Over: • • • • • •

One Appointment One Beautiful New Smile

Quality & Gentle Care Extended Hours, Saturdays Insurances Accepted Financing Available Sedation Available Multilingual Staff

Allure Smile Center 7725 NW 146 St. Miami Lakes

(305) 827-9148

THE MIAMI LAKER

BankUnited chairman John Kanas named EY Entrepreneur of the Year The Miami Laker staff John A. Kanas, chairman and CEO of BankUnited headquartered in Miami Lakes, was among a group of recent winners of the Ernst and Young, or EY, Entrepreneur of the Year Award during a special gala in Orlando. Kanas won the accolade in the financial services category among a group of leading entrepreneurs, who were selected by an independent judging panel comprised of previous award recipients, leading CEOs and other regional business leaders. “These entrepreneurs truly demonstrate the passion, dedication and vision it takes to achieve remarkable success,” said Greg Rosica, EY Entrepreneur Of The Year Florida program partner. “They are accomplished business leaders who have contributed a tremendous amount to the community.” A New York banker, Kanas has left his mark on the financial industry but his biggest accomplishment was turning around a beleaguered bank that was taken over by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation five years ago. Kanas was tasked with reinventing what was the former BankUnited FSB that failed due to risky residential loans during the real estate bubble. Five years later, the Miami Lakes-based bank is coming off a year of stellar growth in which its loans surged by $3.47 billion, or 62 percent in 2013, and followed

Miami Lakes’ general fund balance is estimated at $4 million, in which 15 percent of the fund, $2.3 million, is required to be placed in emergency reserve, and an additional $500,000 reserved for hurricane emergencies. Beautification remains a top priority for Miami Lakes, as town officials allocated money for upgrading the town’s gateway features and erecting a new entrance sign at N.W. 67 Avenue and 138 Street. Miami Lakes is projecting to receive more than $350,000 in additional revenues for the 20142015 budget mostly from property taxes, utilities and intergovernmental, as estimated by the town. Property taxes show an $150,000 increase from the current fiscal year along with slight increases from franchise and utility taxes, business license and permit fees, state revenue sharing, half-cent sales tax and user fees for services, fines and interest income. The Intergovernmental revenue estimates reflect an increase of $210,000 for 2014-2015. The additional revenues would be used to offset the increases of services due to the town’s growing population and slight demand for improved municipal services. The town’s building depart-

ment and code enforcement expenses increased by $120,000, which is needed for more hours for inspectors and an additional full-time clerk to handle the increase in demand. The increase in permit activity is consistent with the trend in increased property values. The proposed budget does not include funding for various projects and initiatives that staff has been directed to implement or are necessary for operational purposes, including the Lien Amnesty program, which is self-funded, Beautification ($300,000), police vehicles ($75,000) WiFi in the parks ($25,000), construction of a dog park ($150,000), tot-lot equipment at Royal Oaks Homeowners Association lease park ($20,000), installation of a canopy cover at the Royal Oaks Park playground ($50,000), a partnership with the Fairchild Orchid Program ($30,000) and right-ofway maintenance for N.W. 57 Avenue. For the latter project, FDOT agreed to transfer the maintenance to Miami Lakes and reimburse the town about $2,304 annually which is the agency’s cost to mow the area on a monthly mowing cycle. The estimated cost to the town to perform complete landscape maintenance services, including mowing the area is $23,000 a year.

Open House / Alzheimer's In Service Saturday, August 2, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Join us for breakfast and speak to Alzheimer’s Association Counselors and our Facility Director.

Our Adult Day Services Progam includes • • • • • • • •

Integrated Dentistry Delivered by General Dentists and Specialists

Relief for At-Home Caregiver Transportation Available Dignified Personal Care Breakfast, Lunch and Snacks Safe & Supervised Setting Daily Exercising Skilled Nursing Services Mental Stimulating Games

Day Services may be covered 100% by insurance. We accept Private Pay and all Major Insurances.

GENERAL & COSMETIC DENTISTRY

Alexandra C. Alonso, MHSA Miami Lakes Resident with Over 15 Years of Experience. Degree in SpeechTherapy and Master's Degree in Health Services Administration.

ORTHODONTICS Orlando Dominguez, D.M.D. ENDODONTICS Kenneth H.Knopf, D.D.S. PERIODONTICS Adrian I. Rodiguez, D.M.D.

Day Service “Miami Lakes Only Adult Day Service" A Vibrant and Social Community For Your Senior Loved One!

305-362-2202 13965 NW 67 Avenue, Miami Lakes www.alwaysatyoursideadc.com

PAGE 3

Town’s proposed budget keeps tax rate flat; provides for continued quality services (Continued from Page 1)

JOHN KANAS, BANKUNITED CHAIRMAN AND CEO that up with $920 million in loan beyond its normal boundaries.” Kanas said a good part of his growth in the first quarter of 2014. Kanas balances his time life is consumed by banking but he between New York and Miami finds time to enjoy himself away Lakes, spending three days a week from the office. “A good part of my life is spent in the South Florida, one day in Long Island and another day in at work and I work, as most CEOs do, a very full week and someManhattan. Kanas told published reports times my weekends are taken up that the Florida’s business climate for the bank,” Kanas said. “ But, and economy are better now than I’m conscious of the balance in my life and I try to reserve the weekthey were five years ago. “Because of the nature of the end for my family. I travel to difFlorida economy and the tremen- ferent parts of North America dous appeal that Florida has to hunting at different times of the people, it is easy to become year. I do enjoy golf with my son overzealous and drive markets who’s a lot better than me. I live beyond the normal point of on a farm. We raise nursery stock. growth. So as bankers we need to We’ve got ducks and chickens and understand that, while this is an cows. We’ve got one horse. From amazing market today and the time to time, other things wonder recovery is spectacular, that we in and out of the farm. It’s a nice don’t help to drive this economy way to live.”

AUGUST 1, 2014

PAGE 4

AUGUST 1, 2014

THE MIAMI LAKER

Town will join other cities to honor 150th anniversary of nation’s motto The Miami Laker staff The Town of Miami Lakes is honoring the 150th anniversary of the nation’s motto “In God We Trust” by joining about 339 cities across America as an act of patriotism, and not for religious reasons. During a July 22 special meeting, the Town Council acted as the Committee of the Whole to approve Vice Mayor Manny Cid’s recommendation for Miami Lakes to commemorate the country’s milestone by sponsoring a resolution and placing a plaque at Town Hall. To make the measure official, the Committee forwarded its suggestion to the Town Council for final approval. Cid said it’s “very” encouraging to see the positive responses of patriotism from municipalities across the country and thought it would be a good idea for Miami Lakes to express its devotion to

“one’s home country.” To prevent a possible uproar, the town in honoring the national motto, must do so for secular purposes. “This is nothing controversial, it was ruled by the U.S Supreme Court to be constitutional,” Cid said. “‘In God We Trust’ has proven to be a historical motto and it’s beyond religion at this point.” Bakersfield, California City Councilmember Jacquie Sullivan, founder and president of In God We Trust America Inc., chimed in on the town’s show of patriotism. Via telephone, Sullivan, who has championed the issue for many years, said she initiated the campaign to show how important the motto is to America and its historical value. “The main concern of it all is it is legal because some groups get the motto confused with religion purposes,” Sullivan said. “But, so

NOW IS A GREAT TIME TO RENOVATE YOUR POOL! POOL EQUIP.

DECK

POOL + SPA

Repair / Sale Pump / Filter Color Lights Deck Jets Salt Chlorinator Vacuum Cleaner

Heaters Renovation Traveltino Pavers Pressure Clean + Sealing

Resurfacing Diamond Brite Acid Wash Renovations Water Line Tile Coping

YEARS EXPERIENCE

One Month FREE* *With sign up for a year.

(305) 999-POOL (305) 999-7665

Enjoy your pool! Let us do the work!

ZoePool@hotmail.com SE HABLA ESPAÑOL

far, we have not had any legal challenges and if so, lawyers are willing to challenge it free of charge for the right to display ‘In God We Trust.’ The motto is on our currency and coins. It’s constitutional.” Town Attorney Raul Gastesi echoed Sullivan’s sentiments. “It’s legal to do this,” he said. “The U.S. Supreme Court characterizes the phrase ‘In God We Trust’ used as the national motto, used on coins and currency and for patriotic and ceremonial issues.” Gastesi, however, cautioned Miami Lakes if the motto is used for non secular reasons, the town could be sued. “It can be declared unconstitutional and draw lawsuits,” he said. Mayor Wayne Slaton said unfortunately some groups are dedicated to doing other things with the state motto, but commended Sullivan’s group for its dedication to encouraging the nation’s motto. “Other groups are very politically oriented and much more religious aspects than the true foundation of ‘In God We Trust’,” he said. “Some are mixing patriotism with religious issues. I support the motto but I felt that being in the position I am in, I needed to put all of this out there and I’m glad we had Councilmember Sullivan to clarify it. I feel comfortable that she is not part of other groups doing other things with the national motto.”

Longtime M. Lakes resident Ameli Padron-Fragetta joins Fla. Assn. of Women Lawyers’ 2014 Class of Leaders in the Law Ameli Padron-Fragetta, a 21year resident of Miami Lakes, has been selected to the Florida Association of Women Lawyers (FAWL) 2014 Class of Leaders in the Law. The award is given to women lawyers throughout the state of Florida who have earned the respect of others professionally, been involved in activities for the betterment of the local community, exemplified the qualities of a positive role model, and advanced the cause of women in the community. The award was presented at a FAWL Awards Gala held in conjunction with the midyear meeting of the Florida Bar in Orlando on June 25. Padron-Fragetta is serving her second term as chair of the Town of Miami Lakes Planning and Zoning Board, on which she has served for five years. She has practiced law for more than 29 years and served for over nine years as a Traffic Infractions Hearing Officer and Magistrate. She has served as president of the Miami-Dade Chapter of FAWL, the Miami Lakes Bar Association, the Loch Ness Homeowners Association, and the Royal Oaks Professional Center Condominium Association.

AMELI PADRON-FRAGETTA Padron-Fragetta has performed thousands of hours of service as a member of the Florida Bar Traffic Court Rules, Professional Ethics and Grievance committees, as a Girl Scout assistant troop leader, as a worker building four Habitat for Humanity homes, a member of the Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic Church choir, and as a performed, set builder, house manager, and board member at two South Florida community theaters.

OFFICE SPACE FOR LEASE $13 psf. full service. No hidden costs or pass throughs. 5% commission to Brokers.

Miami Lakes Executive Center

15327 NW 60 Ave. Miami Lakes

Corporate Courts 5881-5901 NW 151 St. Miami Lakes

Honeywell Building 14505 Commerce Way Miami Lakes

Dolphin Building 14411 Commerce Way Miami Lakes

THE BEST DEAL IN MIAMI LAKES! 200 sf. for $235.00 mo. 600 sf. for $650.00 mo. 1000 sf. for $1200.00 mo. Suites from 200-11,000 sq. ft. From $13.00 - $18.00 per sq. ft. • Full Service

We will do a lease to meet your budget. For More Information Call:

305-827-8373 ext. 104 Email: leasing@leaseflorida.com Alan@leaseflorida.com NOTE: This offering subject to errors, omissions, prior sale/lease or withdrawal without notice. NM 165925-P

Summer Specials starting at $69.99 includes: Prints & Digital Images. (Expires August 31, 2014)

THE MIAMI LAKER

AUGUST 1, 2014

PAGE 5

Country Club residents vent concerns on golf course closing By David L. Snelling The Miami Laker staff Protesting Miami-Dade Mayor Carlos Gimenez’s proposal to shut down a portion of a golf course as part of his proposed budget cuts, a massive crowd of Country Club of Miami residents gathered to try and save the land that keeps their property values intact and growing. During a meeting last week called by Miami-Dade Commissioner Barbara Jordan at the Country Club of Miami Golf Course and Clubhouse, more than 300 residents scoffed at a plan to convert one of the two 18-hole golf courses to a leisure area for foot golf and soccer to save the county about $400,000 a year in maintenance costs. Residents fear the proposal is the initial step of bringing down their property values with conceiv-

able plans to build homes on the west portion of the golf course in the future, further attenuating their real estate values. “They fear the soccer and foot golf plan is the first step and opportunity to eventually sell the land and build homes,” Jordan told The Miami Laker during an exclusive interview. “Building homes is something drastic to them.” Jordan, whose district includes the golf course, said residents purchased their homes, now valued between $300,000 to $400,000, because of the golf course and even paid additional taxes to maintain it and keep it operating through a special taxing district. “They have been paying for it initially in the special taxing district for 13 years,” Jordan said. “The residents are lovers of golf and wanted to be on the golf course.”

Peter and Janet Pacheco now Certified Sandals Specialists Miami Lakes residents Peter and Janet Pacheco of Cruise Planners-American Express participated in an intensive travel agent workshop in early July administered by Unique Vacations, Inc. (UVI), an affiliate of the worldwide sales and marketing representative for sandals, Beaches, and Grand Pineapple Beach resorts. Each workshop, “The Closer You Look the Better We Look,” offered detailed information on Sandals Resorts International’s extensive portfolio, as well as an overview of new developments, services and amenities. Workshop participants are eligible to become Certified Sandals Specialists (CSS), an elite group of travel agents recognized by Unique Vacations, Inc., and the travel industry as experts in the

worlds only Luxury Included® Resorts. According to the Pacheco’s, understanding the nuances of each brand within the Sandals Resorts portfolio is critical to their customers. “My clients rely on me to help them make the best vacation choices so that every hard-earned dollar they send is giving them true value,” said Peter Pacheco. “I am thrilled to have been a part of this workshop and I came away with a wealth of knowledge. My clients want to feel confident that the information they receive is based on expert knowledge and now, our Certified Sandals Specialist designation does just that.” For more information, visit PachecoTravel.com, or call 305731-2404.

"21 And Under Summer Skin Camp" Get your skin healthy and happy during summer vacay!

$45

Per visit now through August 31st. Please call for other summer promos!

786-391-2364

16415 NW 67 Ave. • Miami Lakes, FL 33014 www.selahskinstudio.com

The residents are determined to fight to take the golf course off of Gimenez’s chopping block, including forming a task force and the possibility of creating another special taxing district to help offset the county’s budget shortfall. “I am glad the residents raised their concerns,” Jordan said. “Not only did they voice their concerns but they proposed some solutions to save the golf course.” For her part, Jordan said she will seek additional resources during the county’s budget hearings to keep the 18-hole golf course open. She said closing the golf course would leave a lot of people out of work and the venue couldn’t operate efficiently. Barbara Hagan, president of the Country Club of Miami Civic Association, said she was initially shocked when she learned about the county’s proposal for the land without golf. She said county officials were unaware of the homeowners’ covenant to pay additional taxes to refurbish and maintain the golf course. Hagan said creating another special taxing district to keep the golf course open for golf only is a positive step but it will take some time. “I’m not against an additional taxing district but it would take a lot of time maybe a couple of years,” she said. In the meantime, Hagan said the group’s next step is to meet with Miami-Dade Parks and Recreation Director Jack Kardys and John Miller, PGA head golf professional of the Country Club of Miami,

MIAMI-DADE COMMISSIONER BARBARA JORDAN to determine if the county’s proposal would benefit homeowners. “I wouldn’t mind foot golf because it comes with a lot of reg-

ulations and if it will create profits and keep our property values growing,” she said.

Ladys Cabrera, D.M.D. General & Cosmetic Dentistry Periodontics & Implant Surgery

• • • • •

Cosmetic & Preventive Dentistry Bonding or Tooth Colored Fillings In-Office Teeth Whitening Periodontal “Gum” Therapy/Surgery Oral Surgery / Wisdom Tooth Extraction

Dental

Office

Complete Consult Oral Exam (DO150) Bitwing Radiographs (DO274) Dental Cleaning (D1110 Adults, D1120 Children) $50 Adults $50 Children

(305) 556-7595 6500 Cow Pen Road, Suite 203 Miami Lakes, FL 33014

Mon. - Thurs. 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM • Friday 8:00 AM to Noon Emergencies & Walk-Ins • Most Insurance Accepted, Financing & Major Credit Cards

PAGE 6

AUGUST 1, 2014

THE MIAMI LAKER

News and Notes from the Town of Miami Lakes Town officials join in grand opening of Giardino Gourmet Salads at Park Centre Shops

Lake Quality Awareness Month kicks off on Saturday, August 2 In recognition of Lake Quality Awareness Month, Miami Lakes’ Neighborhood Improvement Committee (NIC) will hold a kickoff event at 10 a.m. on Saturday, August 2, at Graham Park/ Meadow Walk Park, 6800 N.W. Meadow Walk. Residents are encouraged to bring their family, friends and neighbors to enjoy an educational event in one of the town’s best

parks, and learn about one of Miami Lakes’ most important treasures. The free event will feature educational booths with information on the best management practices to maintain the cleanliness of lakes and community service opportunities for high school students, as well as food trucks to enjoy a bite to eat. Lake Quality Awareness

Month, now in its second year, was established by the NIC and Councilmember Tony Lama in order to raise awareness about the quality of town lakes, and to recognize the important role that lakes play in the Town’s public image and recreational life. For more information on the event, contact Gina Inguanzo at iguanzog@miamilakes-fl.gov, or call 305-364-1138.

Com. Bovo’s office hosts a Golden Passport event at Town Hall Aug. 6 MIAMI LAKES elected officials took part in the July 12th grand opening ribbon cutting ceremony of Giardino Gourmet Salads which recently opened its newest restaurant at 8008 N.W. 154 Street in the Park Centre Shopping Center. Founded in 2004, the gardener chefs at Giardino serve a wide variety of individually handcrafted salads and menu offerings using premium ingredients like freshly baked croutons and homemade deli salads. The new location offers delivery and catering services. Pictured (from left) Councilmembers Nelson Rodriguez and Tony Lama; Giardino owners Jaime J. Mitrani, Lilly Tudela and Robert Fuerth; and Councilmembers Tim Daubert, Ceasar Mestre and Frank Mingo. For more information, call 305-5123272, or visit www.giardinosalads.com.

your hometown 305-817-4015

news.

Miami-Dade County Commissioner Esteban Bovo Jr.’s office will host a Golden Passport outreach event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Wednesday, August 6, at Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street. Miami-Dade residents who are 65 years or older, and Social Security beneficiaries, can register for, or renew their Golden

Passport EASY Card, which allows them to ride free on MiamiDade Transit’s system. Residents’ address must be current and correct within the department’s system, and they are required to bring current picture identification (valid Florida I.D. or Driver’s License), Social Security card, a current year printout from the Social Security Administration

Town hosts Veterans Job Fair Sept. 4 at Robert Alonso Ctr. Miami Lakes Veterans Committee will host a Veterans Job Fair from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Thursday, September 4, at the Roberto Alonso Community Center at Royal Oaks Park, 16500 N.W. 87 Avenue. Veterans interested in attending need to bring their valid driver’s license and copies of their DD214 that shows the type of discharge (or equivalent for National

Guard/Reserve) and a resume. The Job Fair will include employers from a variety of industries seeking qualified candidates. Employers who are interested in participating are encouraged to contact Special Events and Committees coordinator Clarisell De Cardenas at decardenasc@ miamilakes-fl.gov, or by calling 305-364-6100.

ACE INVESTIGATIONS, FLA A-90-00175

Complete Collision Center MVR#95101289

MV#6323

• Since 1988 • All Insurance Approved • Certified Technicians, All Makes & Models • Rental Car Service • FREE Local Towing • All Work Guaranteed • Monday - Friday: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm • Saturday: By Appointment Only

Phone: 305-821-0187 www.supershinebodyshop.com

7376 W 22 Ave. Bay #155 Hialeah, FL 33016

• • • •

Investigations Surveillance Debugging Services GPS Trackers

• CCTV Systems • Covert Cameras • Self Defense Products • PC & Cell Forensics

305-610-0044

(Open 24/7)

Showroom Open to the Public (by appointment) 2243 W est 80 Street, Suite 6, Hialeah, FL

verifying continued eligibility (if under 65 years of age), and current Golden Passport EASY Card (for those renewing their cards.) Seniors 65 and older must renew their Golden Passport EASY Card every three years. For more information, contact Bovo’s office at 305-820-8424.

Miami Lakes seeks residents for volunteer work with town staff and committees The Town of Miami Lakes is looking for volunteers to assist town staff and committee members with events, activities and programs in the town. Residents who are seeking school community services hours are encouraged to participate. Interested persons can go to the Town’s website www.miamilakes-fl.gov and under “Departments” scroll down to click on “Human Resources.” Then on the right-hand side click on “Volunteering” to get the volunteer program form. Parental consent must be given for individuals under 18 years old. “Volunteering and serving others is the easiest way to make an immediate impact on our Town,” said Vice Mayor Manny Cid. “Volunteer community involvement assists in improving the quality of life in Miami Lakes.” Completed forms should be submitted via email to Nicole Lesson at lessonn@miamilakesfl.gov.

RESULTS

the miami laker

305-817-4015

THE MIAMI LAKER

AUGUST 1, 2014

PAGE 7

News and Notes from the Town of Miami Lakes Miami-Dade Public Schools partners with Miami Lakes for Business Seminar

MIAMI LAKES and Miami-Dade County Public Schools (MDCPS) partnered on July 23 to offer local businesses a free seminar called “How to Do Business with Miami-Dade County Public Schools” at Mary Collins Community Center. Attendees learned about the procurement process with the school system and got tips on how to participate in bidding opportunities. Pictured (from left) Ana Rijo-Conde, Deputy Chief Facilities and Eco-Sustainability Officer for MDCPS; Brian Williams, Economic Development Officer for MDCPS; Councilmember Tim Daubert; and Melody Thelwell, Chief Procurement Officer for MDCPS.

Registration for free classes now available only online Town of Miami Lakes announced the online registration dates for the Youth Ballet, Jazz and Martial Arts classes, and the Adult Painting and Spanish classes. Online registration for Youth Ballet, Jazz and Martial Arts will be available beginning at 6 p.m. on Monday, August 11. Online registration for Adult Painting and Spanish classes will be available beginning at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, August 12. This year, registration is only available online, in place of the annual onsite registration day. Registration can now be done with ease while at home, work, or while traveling by using the mobile system. All persons interested in registering for the pro-

grams are encouraged to create an account online now to save time and avoid hassles when it comes time to register. To sign up for an account, visit www.miamilakes-fl.gov, look for the “Online Services” heading, and click on “Registration and Reservations.” Residents can also download the “Etrak Plus” iPhone application for system use on any Apple mobile device. For more information on creating an account, email Mayra Duarte at duartem@miamilakesfl.gov, or call 305-556-0771. For more information on classes, email Katya Lysak at lysakk@ miamilakes-fl.gov, or call 305698-9308.

Seniors can enjoy nutritious lunches during ‘Meet and Eat’ in September Miami Lakes Elderly Affairs Committee will provide nutritious lunches as part of the new “Meet and Eat” program from noon to 2 p.m. on certain Wednesdays at Mary Collins Community Center. The lunches will be held on Wednesdays, September 10 and 24. The event also provides seniors an opportunity to socialize and make new friends.

Space is limited and free transportation is available to Miami Lakes residents who make reservations 48 hours in advance. To reserve seating and/or transportation, contact Special Events and Committees coordinator Clarisell De Cardenas at decardenasc@ miamilakes-fl.gov, or call 305364-6100.

Free bus trip for seniors to visit Perez Art Museum on August 7 Miami Lakes Elderly Affairs Committee will provide free transportation on Thursday, August 7, to the Perez Art Museum Miami, a modern and contemporary art museum dedicated to collecting and exhibiting international art of the 20th and 21st centuries. Free First Thursdays is when the Museum offers free entry on the first Thursday of the month. Space is limited and free transportation is available to those who make a reservation by Thursday, July 31. The bus will depart at 10 a.m. from Town Hall, 6601 Main Street. To reserve seating on the bus, contact Special Events and Committees coordinator Clarisell De Cardenas at decardenasc@miamilakesfl.gov, or by calling 305-3646100.

Miami Lakes Marina now available for family parties The Miami Lakes marina picnic and playground area, located at Miami Lakes Optimist Park, 6411 N.W. 162 Street, is now available to be reserved for birthday parties and family gatherings. Pavilions and picnic tables are available, and life jackets and fishing rods are available for free. Free fishing clinics are also

available and a Florida freshwater fishing license is required for those wishing to cast their lines. For license information, visit www.myfwc.com. For marina reservations, call Oscar Amuz at 305-469-0895, or by email to amuzo@miamilakesfl.gov.

MIAMI LAKES MARINA AND DOCKS

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 Tuesday, July 28, 5:30 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Youth Activities Task Force Wednesday, July 29, 7:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Neighborhood Improvement Committee Meeting Wednesday, August 6, 7:00 PM Mary Collins Community Center, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue, Miami Lakes, Fla. Elderly Affairs Committee Meeting Wednesday, August 13, 8:30 AM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Economic Development Committee Tuesday, August 19, 5:30 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Budget Workshop Tuesday, August 26, 5:30 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 Committee meetings. This Notice dated July 25, 2014 at Miami Lakes, Fl. Majorie Tejeda-Castillo, Town Clerk

PAGE 8

AUGUST 1, 2014

Healing Touch

Wellness Center Professional Therapeutic Massage

Creating peace within – have a massage today.

Terry Haskins Gift Certificates Available 15271 NW 60 Avenue #103 By Appointment

305-819-3346 www.terryssage.com FL. Lic. #MA0016749 • #MM0009094 - National Cert. #003291-00

THE MIAMI LAKER

Miami Lakes Toastmasters Club installs new officers Miami Lakes Toastmasters Club installed Jacqueline House, MBA, CC, CL, on July 1, as president of the new board of officers for the 2014-2015 term. House has been a member of Toastmasters for three years and previously served on the board as vice president of Public Relations. She is also a board member of the Association of Professional Researchers of Florida, and the Zonta Club of Miami Lakes. In addition to her professional career, she assists newly promoted

Miami Lakes Barbers

Men's Hairstyling

Celebrating our 50th Anniversary!!! Five Professional Barbers To Serve You We Specialize In The Latest Hairstyles For Men & Children Haircuts

$12.00 and up 305-821-3005 Call or Come By!

We Also Do Beard Trimming

Open Mon.-Sat. 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. 13917 NW 67 Ave. Lake Patricia Shopping Center

leaders and managers in transitioning into their new roles. As an extension of her program, she hosts “JD House Speaks,” a blog which encourages new leaders to participate in thoughtful and insightful dialogue about leadership. Other newly elected officers include secretary Monica Capovani, treasurer Steve Hogan, vice president of Education Geraldine Hogan, vice president of membership Lillian Thomas, vice president of Public Relations Alina Philipp, and Sergeant at Arms David Crawford. In his installation address, outgoing president Thomas Harrell said, “It is exciting to welcome new members to the board. They bring a fresh perspective and different approach to management and I know they will serve with integrity and determination.” Miami Lakes Toastmasters meets on the first and third Tuesdays at 7 p.m. at Miami Lakes Educational Center. For more information, visit miamilakes.toastmastersclubs.org.

Miami Lakes Art Academy owners open A+ Daycare Center at Lake Patricia shops By Roselind Romero The Miami Laker staff Owners of The Miami Lakes Art Academy, Adilas Hernandez and her husband Orelvis Dominguez, have now opened Miami Lakes A+ Daycare Center. The new facility is located at 13905 N.W. 67 Avenue within the Lake Patricia Shopping Center in Miami Lakes, and officially opened it's doors on July 28. Both Hernandez and Dominguez, who hail from Cuba, immigrated to the U.S. 11 years ago and have been working in the Miami-Dade County Public School system for 10 years as second language Spanish teachers. Their combined knowledge of early childhood education, along with a passion for offering engaging, educational and interactive programs for children led to the creation of both businesses. Apart from acting as director for the Miami Lakes Art Academy and the Miami Lakes A+ Daycare

Center, Dominguez continues to teach at Miami Lakes K-8 Center. When asked how Miami Lakes A+ Daycare Center differs from any other daycare facility, Dominguez said, “We want to offer the best prices and best care in the Miami Lakes community.” The center, which will offer a Creative Curriculum, is fully bilingual and boasts an outdoor play center, and music, art, and educational programming for children between 3 months and 4 years old. Breakfast, lunch and snacks are also included in pricing. “It's a brand new daycare center so all the kids who enroll will be enjoying a new facility, new services, and qualified teachers,” said Hernandez. The center is open Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. For additional information regarding pricing, curriculum specifics, and any questions or concerns, contact 305-562-2236.

OWNERS of the new Miami Lakes A+ Daycare Center are husband and wife Adilas Hernandez and Orelvis Dominguez.

THE MIAMI LAKER

Florida Bar honors Senator Bob Graham with Lifetime Achievement Award

Karen Gilmartin voted to Workmen’s Comprensation Hall of Fame

your hometown 305-817-4015

AUGUST 1, 2014

PAGE 9

news.

Dr. E.A. Montadas Chiropractic and Rehabilitation Clinic

Ask about Coverage For Your Treatment, We Accept Most Insurances

305-558-4650 15426 NW 77 Court • Miami Lakes (at the Royal Oaks Plaza)

Complimentary Massage and Hydro-Massage

Dr. E.A. Montadas Chiropractor Physician Palmer University of Davenport Iowa Graduate

Complimentary Evaluation To Determine If Chiropractic Treatment Is Needed

On Your Appointment Exam Day To Be Used On Same Day The patient and any other person responsible for payments has the right refuse to pay, cancel payment be reimbursed for payment for any other service, examination or treatment which is performed as result of and within 72 hours of responding to the advertisement for the free, discounted or reduce free services, examination or treatment. Fee time of service.

BOB GRAHAM (center), the former United States Senator, Florida Governor and State Senator, received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Florida Bar’s Government Lawyers Section at the Bar’s annual convention on June 27 in Orlando. Graham is flanked by section chair Barbara C. Wingo, and Morgan R. Rood, chair of the section’s Lifetime Achievement Award Committee.

Miami-Dade Public Schools continue growth in School Performance Grades Schools superintendent Alberto M. Carvalho announced that 43 percent of Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS) elementary, K-8 and middle schools received a School Performance Grade of "A" while only five percent received an "F," according to information released by the Florida Department of Education (FLDOE). The report also showed a high-

er percentages of M-DCPS schools received School Performance Grades of "A" in comparison to the state and other large districts. The percentage grades of schools receiving School Performance Grades of "A" increased in M-DCPS by 8 percentage points, outpacing the state and Broward, Duval and Palm Beach counties.

Transform Your Look with a Fresher Haircut!! We specialize in fine hair leaving your hair thicker and fuller. Help prevent breakage or damage. Hair will look healthy with no frizz.

Special

HAIR CUT AND BLOW DRY

$35.00 (SHORT HAIR ONLY) Open Tuesday to Saturday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

305-823-3078 / Mobile 305-331-6587 www.GladysBeautySalon.us

6105 Miami Lakes Drive • Lake Katharine Shopping Center

KAREN M. GILMARTIN, a Miami Lakes resident and a principal partner and Chief Legal Officer with the Miami Lakes law firm Kelley Kronenberg, has been voted into the Workers’ Compensation Hall of Fame. This group is comprised of individuals from Florida who have had a substantial impact in the field of Workers’ Compensation throughout their careers. advertising

SUCCESS! the

miami laker

305-817-4015

PAGE 10

AUGUST 1, 2014

ALL ART PICTURE FRAMING 30 Minute Picture Framing FREE In-Home Consultation We can frame anything...Family, Wedding Photos, Paintings, Diplomas, Awards, Sports Memorabilia, Posters, Prints, Sports Jerseys.

15505 Bull Run Rd Miami Lakes 305-362-2159 Call for Store Hours

THE MIAMI LAKER

WE LIKE GOOD NEWS! Send story ideas about your family, school, church, organizations, or even a neighbor by Email miamilaker1@aol.com or call 305-817-4078. Share the news with all of our community!

RARICK & BESKIN, P.A. • Living Trusts • Asset Protection • Wills • Corporate Law • Probate • Business Buy/Sell • Off-Shore Trust s

U.S. Century Bank promotes Elizabeth Coto to market manager for M. Lakes/Hialeah Elizabeth Coto has been appointed vice president and market manager for the Hialeah and Miami Lakes markets by U.S. Century Bank. Coto will oversee all personal and business banking efforts in the neighboring areas. She is responsible for the day-to-day operations as well as continuing to increase deposits, the lending portfolio, and expanding the bank’s customer base in the area. A seasoned banking professional, Coto most recently was a

vice president at Citibank where she was responsible for managing a billion dollar branch and held leadership positions in retail, credit, underwriting, modifications, collections and operations. Coto began her career in banking at U.S. Century Bank in 2002 as a teller. She has been involved with the March of Dimes and various chambers of commerce. She currently serves as secretary for the Miami Lakes Chamber of Commerce. ELIZABETH COTO

Lakes resident Christopher Gilmartin graduates P. Thomas Police Academy

Simplify your estate plan! Save taxes and probate costs: keep legal control and peace in the family. Over 25 years experience. Author of Florida Law Report and Living Trusts for Florida Residents.

EXPERIENCED • PERSONAL • PLAIN SPEAKING

(305) 556-5209

6500 Cow Pen Rd, Suite 204 Miami Lakes, FL 33014

Se Habla Espanol

Visit: raricklaw.com

The hiring of a lawyer is an important decision that should not be made solely upon advertisements. Before you decide, ask us to send you free information about our qualifications and experience.

NOW OFFERING SATURDAY APPOINTMENTS

MIAMI LAKES RESIDENT Christopher Gilmartin (second from left) graduated in June from the Pat Thomas Police Academy in Tallahassee. He received his diploma from (left) Academy director E.E. Eunice with TCC District Board of Director’s member Donna G. Calloway and Taylor County Deputy Sheriff Robert Lundy joining in the presentation.

FROM 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM

The Michael Gilmartin family, Miami Lakes residents since 1992, proudly announced the graduation of their son, Christopher, 22, from the Pat Thomas Police Academy in Tallahassee in June. The young Gilmartin graduated from Florida State University’s Honor’s College with a degree in Criminology cum laude in December 2013 after completing college in three and one-half years. He attended Archbishop Edward A. McCarthy High School and was captain of the school’s ice hockey team. He graduated from Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic School. An avid hunter and angler, Gilmartin holds a certified IGFA world record. He returned to Miami Lakes in late July to attend the University of Miami Law School where he received a Dean’s Merit Scholarship.

www.miamilaker.com

School Board approves budget

Joseph Trentacoste, M.D. William Zambrano, M.D. OPHTHALMOLOGY

Diseases and Surgery of the Eye Diplomates, American Board of Ophthalmology

Adalberto B. Acuña, O.D. Maria A. Briceño, O.D. OPTOMETRIC PHYSICIANS

Diplomates, Florida Board of Optometry • • • •

CATARACTS GLAUCOMA ROUTINE EYE EXAMS LASEK Hablamos Español

(305) 825-2020

15600 NW 67th Avenue, Suite #210 • MIAMI LAKES, FL 33014

www.eyedoctorsite.com

ALBERTO A.

CARDENAS, D.M.D.

www.decardenasdental.com

(305) 821-2752 8060 NW 155 St. Suite 200 Royal Oaks Office Park Miami Lakes, FL 33016 Certified Invisalign Provider

All Phases Of General And Cosmetic Denistry For The Whole Family Including Implants And Invisalign Sealants & Fluoride Treatments Soft Tissue Biopsy Tooth Extraction Bridges Partial & Complete Dentures

The Miami-Dade School Board approved a budget proposal by Superintendent of Schools Alberto M. Carvalho for the 2014-2015 school year. The budget protects teachers and the classroom with an increase in school spending of $43 million and a reduction in administrative spending of $5 million, down 57 percent since 2008. The budget protects taxpayers by lowering the tax rate and continues to expand Exceptional Student Education (ESE) support and parental choice options in addition to protecting the economic viability of the school system. “This is a budget that serves students, parents and the community,” said Carvalho. “It maximizes learning opportunities for students and protects the taxpayer by lowering the tax rate.”

THE MIAMI LAKER

The Station Scene by Griselle Marino, Public Affairs Manager Miami-Dade Fire Rescue Department

Minimize Your Risk: Lightning Safety Tips With summer, Miami-Dade County residents are greeted with not only hot and humid weather, but also with thunderous rain and lightning. Residents must be aware and understand the dangers of lightning, which is why the Miami-Dade Fire Rescue (MDFR) and the National Weather Service (NWS) wants residents to minimize their risk of danger by knowing vital safety tips. Lightning is one of the top three storm-related killers in the United States. According to the NWS, from 1959 to 2013, there have been 4,025 lightning fatalities in the U.S. Lightning’s unpredictability increases the risk for individuals and properties to be struck. As stated by the NWS, “When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors.” If you hear thunder, you are likely within striking distance of the storm. Avoid the threat by having a lightning safety plan. The following are tips that can ensure your safety when a thunderstorm rolls in: • Stay indoors – If you have any planned outdoor activities, postpone them early. No place outside is safe when thunderstorms are in the area. Take shelter in a sturdy building and avoid isolated

We Stand Corrected Miami Lakes resident Lety Carvajal’s named was misspelled due to a typographical error in a July 18 headline announcing the opening of her new Springview Academy.

Editorial/Advertising Office 15450 New Barn Road #103 Miami Lakes, FL 33014 Editor..................305-817-4007 News Desk.........305-817-4028 305-817-4078 Fax.....................305-817-4197 Advertising...........305-817-4015

Editor Roger A. Reece Reporter Roselind Romero Reporter David Snelling Ad Sales Guillermo Mendez Graphics Yvonne Salvatore Send editorial and photos to: miamilaker1@aol.com PRINTING - J.V. Mfg. Corp. Controlled Circulation to Zip Codes 33014, 33015, 33016, 33018

Published Semi-Monthly 1st & 3rd Fridays News/Advertising Deadline: 10 days preceding

sheds or other small buildings in open areas. • Can’t reach a sturdy building? Get inside a hard-topped automobile and keep the windows up. • Outdoors? If outdoors, get off elevated areas. Stay away from bodies of water such as lakes and ponds. Additionally, stay away from objects that conduct electricity such as barbed wire fences and power lines. • Stay alert – Monitor weather conditions to keep informed via your local weather service or a NOAA weather radio. • Avoid contact with electrical equipment – All electrical appliances or cords should be avoided. Unplug appliances and other electrical items such as computers. Furthermore, avoid contact with corded phones and devices that are plugged into wall outlets for recharging. • Avoid plumbing – Do not use any bathroom or plumbing fixture as it can conduct electricity. • Stay away from windows and doors; also stay off porches/patios. • Don’t lie or lean on concrete floors or walls. • Don’t stand under or near an isolated tree or group of trees. • Got a tingle? If you feel your skin tingling or your hairs are standing on end, that means lightning is about to strike. Squat low to the ground on the balls of your feet and place your hands on your knees with your head between them. Try to make yourself the smallest target possible and minimize your contact with the ground – do not lie flat on the ground. • Call 9-1-1 if someone is struck by lightning. When attempting to aid a victim of lightning, it’s important to check the following: • Breathing: If the victim is not breathing, give mouth-to-mouth

resuscitation. • Heartbeat: If it has stopped, administer CPR. • Pulse: If the victim is breathing and has a pulse, be alert of other signs of injury such as burns when the lightning entered and left the body, nervous system damage, broken bones and loss of hearing and eyesight. Residents must also be aware of positive or “out-of-the-blue” lightning. Lightning that originates at the top of a thunderstorm carries a positive charge. Positive lightning is particularly dangerous because: • It frequently strikes away from the rain core, either ahead or behind the thunderstorm. • It can strike as far as five to ten miles from the storm, in areas that most people do not consider to be a lightning risk area. • It usually carries a high peak electrical current which increases the lightning risk to an individual.

Optimist Club schedules signups for Fall baseball, softball season Registration for the Miami Lakes Optimist Fall baseball and softball season is scheduled for 9 a.m. on consecutive Saturdays, August 9, 16, and 23, at Miami Lakes Optimist Park. Kids can also registrater online at www. miamilakesoptimist.org. Players must bring copies of their birth certificates and be fitted for their uniforms. Before the start of the regular season in September, players will tryout for teams and subsequently be drafted. For more information, visit www. miamilakesoptimist.org, or call 305-216-9615.

Nick’s Auto Center Nick is featuring everyday low gas prices (diesel, too) for the Miami Lakes area!

Pay at the Pump! Complete auto services and repairs. Mechanic always on duty! Convenience Store • Open Daily 6 AM - 10 PM

6780 N.W. 169 Street

( just north of Palmetto Expressway )

305-823-3382 MV-35595 • MVR-98104611

AUGUST 1, 2014

PAGE 11

August election early voting set for M. Collins Com. Center Miami-Dade Elections Department announced early voting for the August 26 primary election will be available at the Mary Collins Community Center in Miami Lakes Park West, 15100 N.W. 82 Avenue. This will be the first time that early voting will be held at the center. In previous years, early voting was held at the Miami Lakes Branch Library. Early voting will be available from Monday, August 11, through Sunday, August 24. Voting hours

for Monday to Thursday, August 11 to 15, will be 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. On Saturday-Sunday, August 1617, voting will be available from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. In the final week, early voting will be available from Monday to Thursday, August 18 to 22, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., and on Saturday-Sunday, August 23-24, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. On election day, August 26, the Mary Collins Community Center will be the location for Precinct 352.

Miami Lakes

Meeting & Class Calendar The Town of Miami Lakes, M. L. Civic Association, homeowners associations, professional and volunteer groups have scheduled meetings and classes during late July and August:

Town of Miami Lakes

Veterans Committee July 28 5:30 pm M.L. Govt. Center Youth Activities Task Force July 29 7:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center Neighborhood Improvement Committee August 6 7:00 pm Mary Collins Com. Ctr. Elderly Affairs Com. August 13 8:30 am M.L. Govt. Center Economic Development August 19 5:30 pm M.L. Govt. Center Budget Workshop August 26 5:30 pm M.L. Govt. Center (Note: The following classes are cancelled effective August 4 to August 29 for Primary Election Early Voting) Line Dancing Tai Chi Painting I & II Arts & Crafts Knitting/Crocheting Yoga (for adults) M/Tu/W/Th (to Aug. 6) 7:30 am MCCC Quilting Tuesdays (except 8/26) 11:15 am MCCC Dominoes M/Tu/W/Th 7:00 pm RACC Table Tennis Tues./Thurs. 7:00 pm RACC Jazzercize (fee) M/Tu/W/Th 7:00 pm RACC Spanish for Adults M/Tu/W/Th 6:00 pm MCCC

Homeowners Organizations

Lake Elizabeth Loch Lomond Lake Carol Royal Palm Estates Silver Crest South Lake Cynthia Windmill Gate Loch Andrews Loch Isle Lake Glen Ellen Lake Katharine Villas Royal Oaks Serenity Point Regatta Pointe Gramercy Park Fountain Park Lake Martha Villa Vizcaya Lake Sandra The Anchorage

August 4 August 5 August 7 August 7 August 12 August 13 August 14 August 18 August 18 August 19 August 19 August 20 August 20 August 21 August 21 August 25 August 26 August 27 August 28 August 28

7:00 pm MCCC 7:00 pm MCCC 7:30 pm MCCC 7:00 pm MCCC 7:00 pm MCCC 7:30 pm MCCC 7:30 pm MCCC 7:00 pm MCCC 7:30 pm MCCC 7:30 pm MCCC 7:30 pm MCCC 7:30 pm MCCC 7:00 pm MCCC 7:00 pm MCCC 7:00 pm MCCC 7:30 pm MLCC 6:30 pm MCCC 7:30 pm MCCC 7:30 pm MCCC 7:30 pm MCCC

Miami Lakes Clubs, Professional & Volunteer Groups

M.L. Garden Club bunco August 6 11:30 am MCCC Book Discussion Group August 8 1:00 pm MCCC M.L. Bridge Club Mondays 11:30 am MCCC MLCA Bridge Thursdays 11:00 am MCCC 6:30 pm Pampered Chef M.L. Kiwanis 2nd/4th Thurs. M.L. Toastmasters 1st/3rd Tues.7:00 pm ML Educational Center M.L. Lions Club 1st/3rd Tues. 7:00 pm Denny’s Hialeah MCCC is Mary Collins Community Center, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue RACC is Robert Alonso Community Center, 16500 N.W. 87 Avenue

PAGE 12

AUGUST 1, 2014

THE MIAMI LAKER

AUGUST 1, 2014

PAGE 13

Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s seminar scheduled for August 2 Amazing Spidermanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cast â&#x20AC;&#x153;Living with Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s for 13965 N.W. 67 Avenue in Miami cal answers to the questions that Stage Caregivers,â&#x20AC;? an edu- Lakes. arise in the early stage. visits H. Gardens Elementary Early cation program by The AlzheiIn the early stage of Participants can learn what they merâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Association Southeast Florida Chapter is scheduled from 9:30 a.m. to noon on Saturday, August 2. The program is a partnership with Always at Your Side Adult Day Care which will host the event and provide breakfast at

Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s disease, families face new questions as they adjust. What does the diagnosis mean? What kinds of plans need to be made? What resources are available to help? The program will offer practi-

MONSIGNO R

We are PACE

can do to cope with the changes that come in an early-stage diagnosis. Registration is required by July 30 by calling Gloria Orlandi at 800-272-3900, or by email gorlandikass@alz.org. RD PACE WA H ED

SCHOOL

with the cast and many volunteers. A vegetable garden was planted, fence screens were installed, the playgrounds were repainted and the creation of a â&#x20AC;&#x153;Be Amazingâ&#x20AC;? mural were worked on throughout the day. The Community Improvement Organization (CIO) of Hialeah Gardens worked to bring the event and cast to the school for the day. For more information on the CIO visit www.improvingourcommunity.org.

H IG

By Roselind Romero The Miami Laker staff Hialeah Gardens Elementary School welcomed the cast of The Amazing Spiderman 2 including Andrew Garfield (Peter Parker), Emma Stone (Gwen Stacy), and Dane DeHaan (Harry Osborn) earlier this year for a school improvement event. Students, parents, teachers, and faculty attending the aptly named â&#x20AC;&#x153;Be Amazingâ&#x20AC;? volunteer event had the opportunity to work on improving the school side by side

GRATIA ET VERITAS

MI, FLORID

PARTNERS ACADEMICS CATHOLIC EMPOWERMENT

CAST of The Amazing Spiderman 2 movie visited Hialeah Gardens Elementary School for a â&#x20AC;&#x153;Be Amazingâ&#x20AC;? Community Improvement event. Pictured with students are (from left) Emma Stone, Andrew Garfield, and Dane DeHaan. (Photo courtesy of SouthFlorida.com.)

Miami Lakes Chamber honors July luncheon speaker; next meeting set for September

CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 2014! [

[

The tradition continues with 100 % of our students being accepted to colleges and universities throughout the United States including Harvard, Cornell, Princeton, Georgetown, Georgia Institute of Technology, University of Miami, University of Florida, Florida State University, Wake Forest University, Fordham University, and University of Notre Dame just to name a few. EXCELLENCE IN CATHOLIC EDUCATION FOR 53 YEARS! Monsignor Edward Pace High School /8 "WFOVF t .JBNJ 'MPSJEB 1"$& t XXX 1BDF)4 DPN MIAMI LAKES CHAMBER OF COMMERCE president Magaly Rubio presents a Cetificate of Appreciation to Rick Ewart, CEO of IsleCall Communications, who was the guest speaker at the organizationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s July luncheon. The Chamber will resume its regularly scheduled luncheon meetings in September.

Visit us Like Us Follow Us @PaceSpartans

PAGE 14

AUGUST 1, 2014

THE MIAMI LAKER

Pace baseball team’s intensive 7-week training camp readies squad for the 2014 season By Rene D. Basulto Special to The Miami Laker On a humid, cloudy July morning, workers are digging up dirt to form a pitcher’s mound, as the main baseball field on the Monsignor Edward Pace High School campus is close to finishing its renovations. Just a few hundred feet away, the Pace Spartans baseball team is in the midst of continuing its own rebuilding. The 2012-2013 Spartans team was one hit away from winning the Class 4A state finals only to lose 7-5 to Pensacola Catholic in the final hard-fought game. That year, the team graduated 17 seniors who went on to college. In contrast, the most recent 20132014 team was one of the youngest in Pace history, with five freshmen starting on the varsity team and only two seniors graduating.

DUKE AND DUTCHESS PET CENTER & GROOMING, INC. EXPERT GROOMING MIAMI LAKES • Dogs & Cats SINCE 1977 • No Tranquilizers • From Bows to Clothes THE FAMILY SHOP FOR THE FAMILY PET CYPRESS VILLAGE SHOPPING CENTER

(305) 821-1542 7345 Miami Lakes Drive

After a rough 0-6 start to the season, the team matured and made it all the way to being within two outs from advancing to regionals before losing the game in extra innings on a player error. Thomas Duffin has been a baseball coach at Pace for 20 years, with 15 as head coach. He is a part of the Pace Hall of Fame, and has brought numerous state championships to Pace. In order to continue the rebuilding started last year, he decided to hold an intensive seven-week summer training camp on the Pace campus for current and incoming players, something that had not been done in previous years. The camp has been running from Monday to Thursday since June 16 and ended on July 31. The training camp has involved a combination of conditioning with weight, plyometric, agility, and speed training, along with skillsfocused training such as throwing and infielding programs. Duffin revamped all of the workouts to be specific to a position, so that a player such as a pitcher would be receiving the specialized training he would need as opposed to general training. In addition, conditioning has been changed to focus more on core body training in order to avoid injury. “Everyone’s going to get stronger, so we’re going to be working as a team better,” said

Training for the Miami Full or Half Marathon on January 25, 2015.

PACE junior pitcher Michael Arce pitches to sophomore catcher Javier Cruz during a drill at the Spartan Baseball summer training camp. Michael Arce, a junior who is both a pitcher and outfielder. While Duffin has hopes to get back to the state championship and win, he also wants to see the rebuilding that began last season continue as his players keep on improving. “Personally, I want to see the growth and level of play rise above what it was last year,” says Duffin. Last season’s younger players have a different attitude with more maturity and better mental and

physical preparation after being “baptized by fire” last season, according to Duffin. “I think there’s going to be a new attitude, a new start,” said Duffin. Kayvon Wright, a sophomore outfielder, is a part of that new start for the upcoming school year. “[The camp has] made me better as a player,” said Wright. “I expected it to be hard and help at the same time…to bring out the best in me.”

Open-play volleyball offered for public at Royal Oaks Park Town of Miami Lakes announced it now offers openplay volley ball to the public at Royal Oaks Park, 16500 N.W. 87 Avenue, during select days and times for the summertime months. The public may use the volleyball net, which is located on the lower playing fields, Monday through Friday from 2 to 8 p.m.,

and on Saturday and Sunday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. The program is free to the public and open to all ages, but participants must bring their own ball. For more information, contact Leisure Services manager Katya Lysak at lysakk@miamilakesfl.gov, or by calling 305-6989308.

Grow with Us, Share with Us, Dance with Us

Ask anyone who has done it. There is nothing as empowering as finishing a marathon or half marathon. USA FIT Miami’s 24-week training program is perfect for anyone who has the desire to challenge themselves, wants to exercise and make new friends, wants to increase their body strength and stamina, wants to look and feel better, or simply wants to get involved in a healthy lifestyle sport. All ability levels are welcome.

In person registration & orientation/Training begins:

August 23rd and 30th, 2014

at 7 a.m.

Miami Lakes Park West, 15151 NW 82nd Avenue, Miami Lakes, FL 33014

Enjoy half off registration in August. Call Today!

MIAMI LAKES 15507 BULL RUN RD

786-313-7600

HIALEAH GARDENS 3300 W 84 ST, #17

WWW.INTENSITYDANCERSSTUDIO.COM

INTENSITYDANCERSTUDIO

@INTENSITYDANCER

THE MIAMI LAKER

Pace High hosts sixth annual Spartan Fishing Tournament in Islamorada on August 22

Dade Christian School reports three student winners during the AAU Club Championship

By Rene D. Basulto Special to The Miami Laker Monsignor Edward Pace High School’s Anglers Club is hosting its sixth annual Spartan Fishing Tournament at the La Siesta Resort & Marina in Islamorada in the Florida Keys on Friday, August 22, and Saturday, August 23. The multi-species tournament will have inshore and offshore teams, and participants can register as individuals or as teams on either a guided boat or the participant’s own boat. The money raised at the tournament goes toward the Spartans-4Spartan Program, which helps

Three Dade Christian School athletes participated in the AAU Club Championship at ESPN Wild World of Sports Complex during July 8-13. Paris Baker, 10, took first in the 400 with a #1 nationally ranked time of 1:02.42, was second in the 200, and third in the 100. Cha’iel Johnson, 9, won the 400 with a #2 nationally ranked time of 1:04.87 and placed second in the 200.

families cover education expenses during times of financial hardship, and the Anglers Club at Pace which brings students, parents and professionals together to share a passion for fishing and learn about our resources. Registration forms can be mailed, faxed, emailed or dropped off in person at the Pace campus. For more information call 305623-7223, email Anglers Club moderator Scott Giberson at sgiberson@pacehs.com, or visit the tournament’s website at http://paceanglersclub.com/Pace_ Anglers_Club/Tournament.html.

Shula’s Jr. Golf Camp’s final two sessions on August dates Boys and girls, ages 6 to 18 years old, are invited to attend the 2014 Junior Golf Camp at Shula’s Golf Club during two week-long sessions in August. Session 3 is scheduled August 4 to 8; and Session 4 will be held August 11 to 15. Each session will run from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Kids will learn the basics of the game including

PAGE 15

305-817-4015 ad pros.

SPORTS & EDUCATION SUMMER CAMP 2014 • Three camps are available: • Mother of Our Redeemer Catholic School Camp • Country Club Middle School Camp • Hialeah Gardens Middle School Camp • Full day: 7:30 am to 6:00 pm • Experienced & Qualified Coaches • Breakfast & Lunch $50 one time Registration Fee (includes T-shirt / Bag/ Water bottle) Cost $75 per week Sibling discount $10

ALM Sports Programs 305-992-3799 www.almsports.com

REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!

concentration on full-swing, putting, chipping, and most importantly, fun. Sessions include lunch and refreshments daily. The fee is $225 per student, per session, with a $25 discount for Miami Lakes residents. Registration and more information is available by emailing peterw@ donshulahotel.com.

www.miamilaker.com

The girls have been working hard under the direction of coach Doreen Mercer and are headed to the Junior Olympics in Des Moines, Iowa. Mercer is a Hall of Famer from Alabama A&M and Jamaica. Dade Christian’s third participant was Asia McMillan, 14, who finished 9th overall out of 40 in the 200 hurdles after taking up the event only two and one half months ago. Michelle Bigby, another Dade Christian student who runs with Miami-Dade, will also be competing at the Junior Olympics in the 4x1 relay.

AUGUST 1, 2014

Established in 1973

SUSANA PRIETO, Director

BALLET • POINTE • HIP-HOP 415 West 51 Place

• Graded Levels in Ballet Program • Performance Opportunities • Prekindergarten to Adult Professionals

(305) 557-1142

DADE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL track coach Doreen Mercer (center) congratulates Cha’iel Johnson (left) and Paris Baker for their nationallyranked times in the recent AAU Club Championship.

6812 NW 169 Street

(305) 558-3439

Music, Singing, Drumline & Colorguard Summer Camp

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!

An interdisciplinary camp experience for ages 5-18 years that engages students in exploring the visual and performing arts. Join our visual arts, music & dance educators from FIU/UM/MDC and other universities for a camp experience that allows your child to gain insight into the practices of famous artists and performers, learn new art techniques and creative skills, and participate in an end-of-the-summer performance. No prior experience in the arts is necessary. Everyone welcome!

Now to August 15th, 2014 Curriculum from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Early/After Care 7:15 am - 6:00 pm (Included) (Summer Camp transportation available to/from home daily.)

AMERICAN MONTESSORI SOCIETY “Within our own specially prepared environment a child’s abilities and skills are more quickly and easily developed”

BEGIN IN PRE-SCHOOL Reading - Geography - Mathematics - Science Ballet - Piano - Spanish - Bible www.miamilakesmontessorichildrenshouse.com

305-823-2522

(since 1972)

305-823-5632

**NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATORY POLICY AS TO STUDENTS** Montessori Christian Center of Miami Lakes, Inc. admits students of any race, color, national and ethenic origin in administration of its admission policies, education policies, and other school administrative priograms, to all the rights, privilages, programs generally accorded or made available to the studens at the school.

“Lest the Lord build the house, they labor in vain that build it.” (PS127)

R&P TUTORING After School & During Summer/Winter/Spring Camp Kinder to College Transportation Available – Pick up from all schools Florida Certified Teachers Only

5715 N.W. 159 Street, Miami Lakes, FL

786-360-5472 www.rhythmandpitchsopa.com Rhythmandpitchsopa@gmail.com

PAGE 16

AUGUST 1, 2014

THE MIAMI LAKER

KinderCare of Miami Lakes hosts social/tours on Aug. 9 KinderCare of Miami Lakes will host a Community Social from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, August 9, at 8001 Oak Lane in Business Park West. The back-to-school event will feature tours for prospective parents to see the recently refreshed school, and an opportunity to meet the center’s teachers who will have activities going on in each of the classrooms from KinderCare’s advanced curriculum for all ages from Infants through PreKindergarten (VPK). There will also be a bounce house, face painting, a kid’s Fitness Hour, a DJ, food trucks, and special guest Billy the Marlin. KinderCare of Miami Lakes is a nationally accredited facility and has been located next to Miami

Lakes Picnic Park West since 1988 when it became the first childcare operation within a business park in South Florida. Longtime Miami Lakes resident Dawn Chapman has worked at the school since 1992 and has served as the center’s director since 1999. KinderCare of Miami Lakes is currently enrolling for the new school year which begins August 18. The center accepts children from Infants through VPK, as well as after-school children from Bob Graham Education Center and Miami Lakes K-8 Center. For more information, call 305821-5801, or visit www.kindercare.com.

ROBERT A. DEL CASTILLO, D.M.D., P.A. Dental Implants • Regenerative Therapy

305-556-7010 • 305-556-7810

Miami Lakes Periodontal Associates Fax:

305-231-3984

ROBERT A. DEL CASTILLO, D.M.D., P.A.

7735 NW 146 Street • Miami Lakes DRPERIO@BELLSOUTH.NET

Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic School

Florida’s Sales Tax Holiday offers Back-to-School savings on supplies Miami Lakes area residents can take advantage of Florida’s Sales Tax Holiday to purchase school supplies and clothes tax free for the upcoming school year, from Friday, August 1 to Sunday, August 3. The tax free items include clothing, footwear, certain clothing accessories, notebooks, notebook paper, tablets, folders, pencils, pens, sharpeners, calculators, rulers, crayons, markers and staplers. For a number of years, the

Florida Legislature has authorized a sales-tax-free weekend for basic school supplies in advance of the opening of a new school year. The 2014 three-day sales tax holiday begins at 12:01 a.m., Friday, August 1, and ends at midnight on Sunday, August 3. No Florida sales tax or local option tax will be collected during the time on sales for school-related clothes and materials selling for $75 or less per item, on certain school supplies selling for $15 of less per item, and on computers

Eduardo Crespo named to Dean’s List at the Pratt Institute New York

School Board endorses 2014 Back to School Safety Flyer

Eduardo Crespo, a resident of Miami Lakes and a student at the Pratt Institute in New York, was among more than 1,000 students who made the Dean’s List for the Spring 2014 semester. Pratt Institute is dedicated to preparing its undergraduate and graduate students for successful careers in art, design, architecture, information and library science, and liberal arts and sciences.

“Give your child the gift of a Catholic Education.”

Accredited PK3 through Eighth Grade

PK3• PK4 • VPK Certified Free After-Care • Catholic Education and Family Values • High Academic Standards • Mathletics and Accelerated Reading Programs • Experienced Faculty – Certified by State of Florida • Multi-cultural Family Atmosphere • Psychologist on Campus Applications for • Computer Lab, iPads-Apple TV’s – new students SMARTboards, Broadcasting Club including PK-2 • Music Program, Recorder Ensemble, now available Glee Club at the school office. • Spanish • Art Education, Meet the Masters, Gallery Night • Athletic Programs for grades 3 to 8, Cheerleading, Danceline • Student Leadership Program, NJHS, Student Council • HSA, Dads’ Club, Family Involvement Welcome Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic School is fully accredited by the Florida Catholic Conference.

305-362-5315

6600 Miami Lakeway North, Miami Lakes www.ollnet.com Under the auspices of the Archdiocese of Miami, Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic Schools admission policy states that no individual shall be subject to discrimination on the basis of race, color or national origin.

As proposed by Chair Perla Tabares Hantman, the MiamiDade School Board unanimously voted to endorse the 2014 “Welcome Back to School” Safety Flyer for distribution during the first week of school. For the past eight years, the Community Traffic Safety Team (CTST), a team of multi-jurisdictional agencies under the auspices of the Florida Department of Transportation, has partnered with the District to promote student pedestrian/bicycle safety in the community. “The CSTS recognizes that student pedestrian safety initiatives at the classroom level are an important component of overall traffic safety in our school and surround-

and certain related accessories selling for $750 or less per item when purchased for noncommercial home or personal use. As all public schools have moved to wireless access and instructional materials and state assessments are moving rapidly to digital formats, the Sales Tax Holiday offers an opportunity for families to save funds while providing their children with needed educational supplies.

ing communities,” said Hantman. “To that end, the CTST encourages parents and student drivers to folio posted signs for school speed zones and crosswalks and parking laws.” To promote this initiative, the 2014 safety flyer, translated into Spanish and Haitian Creole, will be distributed to all District schools via the District's Weekly Briefing format and postings on school websites. The messages are short and simple, but there is great potential for saving lives and avoiding costly police enforcement violations. For further information, contact Vivian G. Villaamil, CTST Chair, at 305-995-7287 or email Vvillaamil@dadeschools.net.

Barbara Goleman High hosts Freshman Orientation Aug. 5 Barbara Goleman Senior High School, 14100 N.W. 89 Avenue in Miami Lakes, will be hosting its annual Freshman Orientation on Tuesday, August 5, at 6:30 p.m. in the school's auditorium. The administrative team, faculty, and staff will welcome its newest Gators and their families with an overview of the school's

various magnet, academic, and athletic programs. The purpose of the meeting is to offer a smooth transition into high school. It's never too late to join the Gator family and see what all the hype is about. New registration is always welcome at any grade level.

Don’t Let Your

PROFITS

FLY

AWAY!

Our professionals can help keep your business growing in the right direction.

the

miami laker Call Today!

305-817-4015

THE MIAMI LAKER

Autler Guidance Counselors: Olga Lopez-Nanney and Jeanette Alfaro Teachers: 55 Uniforms required.

Bob Graham Education Center 15901 N.W. 79 Avenue Miami Lakes, FL 33016 Phone: 305-557-3303 Fax: 305-826-5434 K and 1 Primary Learning Center 8875 N.W. 143 St. Miami Lakes, FL 33018 Principal: Yecenia MartinezLopez Assistant principals: Elizabeth Hernandez, James Jackimczuk, Jesus Mesa, Annette Riveron Trust Counselor: Jefferey Gardner Guidance Counselors: Janet Qureshi (K-4), Sara Najara (5-6), Joel Castellanos (7-8) Teachers: 105 Enrollment: App. 1700 Uniforms required.

Miami Lakes Middle School 6425 Miami Lakeway North, Miami Lakes, FL 33014 Phone: 305-557-3900 Fax: 305-828-6753 Principal: Dr. Manuel Sanchez III Assistant principals: Nora J. Bueno, Rafael Crespo Trust Counselor: Marley Hernandez Guidance Counselor: Maria Macias Teachers: 50 Enrollment: 1,050 Uniforms required.

Palm Springs North Elementary School 17615 N.W. 82 Ave, Hialeah, FL 33015 Phone: 305-821-4631 Fax: 305-825-0422 Principal: Maribel Dotres Assistant principals: Christina M. Ravelo, Eduardo A. Molliner, Emma Gonzalez Guidance Counselor: Lety Rodriguez Teachers: 64 Enrollment: 1,006 Uniforms required.

Director: Jackie Vilarino former Miami Heat Dancer and Choreographer of the Miami Dolphins Cheerleaders

`Flamenco `Jazz `Hip-Hop

Regular summer classes available.

1st Class FREE

`Cheerleading `Music `Bellydance `Zumba `Breakdance

305-303-7245 3418 West 84th Street, Suite 108 Hialeah, Fl 33018 DanceTechStudiosMiami@Gmail.com • www.dancetechstudiosmiami.com

13913 N.W. 67 Avenue - Miami Lakes

serve you with the best prices in town!

Pre-paid Specials Any Item $3.25 Business Shirts $1.49 Guayabera de Hilo $6.00 186th St.

Alteration on premises Wedding Dress cleaning • Same Day Cleaning

N E

178th St.

W S

60 Mins. Cleaners

78 Ave.

169 S t. 154th St.

Business Hours: Monday - Friday 7:00 am - 6:30 pm • Saturday 8:00 am to 4:00 pm Sunday Closed

305.557.9616 7750 NW 178 Street Located at the P.S.N. Shopping Center

OFFERING PRIVATE AND GROUP LESSONS IN:

VOICE • PIANO DRUMS • GUITAR VIOLIN • BRASS

(Please see Page 18)

RESULTS

the miami laker

305-817-4015

AUGUST 2, 2014

For your customized look, Call me at 305-510-1351 I can “FIX” your “BAD” hair day!

Over 30 years in the same location to better

6001 N.W. 153 Street, Suite #178 Miami Lakes , Fl 33014

Call for more information: 305-818-5942 or Email: thebandstandandcompany@gmail.com

Hialeah Gardens Elementary School 9702 N.W. 130 Street, Hialeah Gardens, FL 33018 Phone: 305-827-8830 Fax: 305-818-7970 Principal: Reuben Yaghdjian Assistant principal: Rachel

Summer Dance Camp

`Ballet `Contemporary

Country Club Middle School 18305 N.W. 75 Place, Miami FL 33015 Phone: 305-820-8800 Fax: 305-820-8801 Principal: Jose R. Fernandez Assistant principals: Carol S. Jeffrey, Jacquelyn Villazon Guidance Counselors: Laura Martin, Sonya O'Farral Teachers: 72 Uniforms required.

Where “YOU” Always Shine

60 MINUTES CLEANERS

77th Ct.

Parents who do not know which school their child will attend should look up the boundary designations online at www.dadeschools.net/guidek-12.asp.

Sunrise Presbyterian Church, 18400 N.W. 68 Avenue, will host its annual Vacation Bible School from 9 a.m. to noon on August 4 to 8. The program designed for children ages 4 to 12, is themed “Gangway to Galilee, Amazing Grace Adventures.” For more information and registration, call the church at 305821-5841.

67th Ave.

Miami-Dade County's public schools resume on Monday, August 18 to begin the 2014-2015 school year. Parents and students are urged to register early to avoid processing delays. Two proofs of current address are required. Also required is a completion of a “Disclosure of Time of Registration” form which can be obtained from Attendance Services. For more information visit www.dadeschools.net. First Day of Class: Monday, August 18, 2014. Last Day of School: Thursday, June 4, 2015. Winter Recess: Monday, December 22 - Friday, January 2, 2015. Spring Recess: Monday, March 23 - Friday, March 27, 2015. Teacher Planning Days (schools are closed): August 14, 15, September 25, October 24, November 4, November 28, January 16, February 17, March 20, April 3, June 5. Holidays: Labor Day (Sept. 1), Veteran's Day (Nov. 11), Thanksgiving (Nov. 27), Dr. Martin Luther King Day (Jan. 13), Presidents Day (Feb. 16), and Memorial Day (May 25). Pre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten and first grade students will attend class from 8:20 a.m. to 1:50 p.m. Second through sixth grade students will attend school from 8:30 a.m. to 3:05 p.m. On Wednesdays, all elementary school students will be dismissed at 1:50 p.m. Parents should inquire with their child's school to confirm opening and dismissal times, since various schools have different bell schedules. Hours at middle schools will be 9:10 a.m. to 3:50 p.m. Senior high school hours are 7:20 a.m. to 2:20 p.m. Various middle schools operate on Senior High school times.

PAGE 17

Hair Fabulous by Nancy

Sunrise Vacation Bible School set for August 4-8

82nd Ave.

Back-to-School news and notes for Miami Lakes area schools

AUGUST 1, 2014

11am - 3pm

VPK. Limited Availability! Act Now!! Contact us at 305-456-5207.

• Breakfast, Lunch and Snack • Open: 6:30 am - 6:30 pm • Ages Infant through 5 • Before and After School Care • Ballet • Karate • VPK • Brand New State of the Art Facility Owned and operated by a State Certified teacher with over 13 years experience in Early Childhood Education

A Bilingual Preschool, Where Kids Spring Into Education!

18505 NW 75 Place, Suite 127, Miami, FL 33015

305-456-5207

Join Us As We SPRING Forward! www.springviewacademy.net

PAGE 18

AUGUST 1, 2014

THE MIAMI LAKER

Pace schedules new student orientation on Aug. 14 By Rene D. Basulto Special to The Miami Laker Summer is almost over, and Monsignor Edward Pace High School is ready to welcome its new students to the 2014-2015 school year at the Spartan Experience New Student Orientation on Thursday, August 14. Freshman and transfer students will have a full day of activities designed to welcome them to Pace and get them accustomed to being a part of the Pace family. They will begin the day by getting breakfast and having their ID picture taken during registration in

the Spartan Center at 8 a.m. After the opening prayer and ice breakers at 9 a.m., students will break into their groups and go on a campus scavenger hunt at 9:30 a.m. Current Pace students will be helping their new fellow Spartans find their way around campus and throughout the rest of the orientation. Their morning will end in the chapel, as Campus Minister and keynote speaker Andres Novela welcomes them into the spiritual Pace family by talking about getting off on the right foot and making the best of high school.

Pons & Associates I.R.S. Problems? Call us! Accounting Services

Personal, Small, New Business Taxes and Payroll

Roberto Pons, Enrolled Agent Federally Authorized Tax Practitioner

305-779-8588

6625 Miami Lakes Drive, Suite #233 At The Crexent Business Center PonsAndAssociates.com

For More Information Call 305-827-8767

Once students are finished in the chapel, they will move back to the Spartan Center for lunch, courtesy of Pace Student Activities. Starting at 1:30 p.m., groups of students will be moving all across campus for the rest of the afternoon as they attend sessions on college prep, student activities, campus ministry, and athletics. At 4:30 p.m., new Pace parents will be welcomed as well as they attend their first question-andanswer meeting in the chapel where they can meet with administrators, faculty, and other parents. At the same time, students will be enjoying ice cream sponsored by a Pace family at a social in the Spartan Center. Finally, students will be presenting the group skits they prepared earlier to parents as the long day ends at 6 p.m. with the new Spartans more prepared to start their first full day of school on Monday, August 18. hometown

news.

305-817-4015

MONSIGNOR EDWARD PACE HIGH SCHOOL’S new students packed the school’s gym as a part of 2013’s Spartan Experience New Student Orientation.

More news and notes about Miami Lakes area schools (Continued from Page 17) Barbara Goleman Senior High School 14100 N.W. 89 Ave, Miami Lakes, FL 33018 Phone: 305- 362-0676 Fax: 305-827-0249 Principal: Joaquin Hernandez Assistant principals: Lizette Hevia, Gisela Rodriguez, Roberto L. Inza Trust Counselor: Darlene Williams CAP Advisor: Kelly Zaher Guidance Counselors: Yvonne Regalado, Elizabeth Pina, Raquel Blanco Teachers: 86 Enrollment: 1,800 Uniforms required. Hialeah Miami Lakes Senior High 7977 W. 12 Ave, Hialeah, FL 33014 Phone: 305- 823-1330 Fax: 305- 362-4188 Principal: Eric Acosta Assistant principals: Ron Butler, Barbara Vinas, Cynthia Prado Trust Counselor: Odalys Acosta

l hoo r Sc e t f A e Car

CAP Advisor: Raquel Cruz Guidance Counselor: Randall Jones, Maritza Baez-Valldeperas, Eileen Padro Teachers: 92 Enrollment: 1,700 Uniforms required. Monsignor Edward Pace High School 15600 N.W. 32 Ave, Opalocka, FL 33054 Phone: 305-623-7223 Fax: 305-521-0188 Principal: Ana Garcia Assistant principal: Rebeca Bautista Trust Counselor: Carla Giberson CAP Advisor: Lilian Dubon Crisis Counselor: Ramon Rodriguez Guidance Counselor: Melanie Otero Dean of Students: Samuel Lilly, Valerie Lloyd, Anthony Walker Teachers: 55 Enrollment: 850 Uniforms required.

THE MIAMI LAKER

New Testament Church’s youth band performs for the community Streetside Manifesto, the youth band of New Testament Baptist Church in northwest Miami-Dade, and known in the local community as a cover worship band, are led by worship directors Stefanie Metellus and Jessica Barrera (authors of the songs “Til You” and “Holy You Are”). The band is comprised of a variety of musicians and vocalists that lead worship in two different services held each week at New Testament Baptist Church and Dade Christian School. Having performed at the Reload Conference, God Belongs in My City, Miami Rescue Mission and

other local churches, the team made one event that brought all their fans together which was the recording of their live EP on Friday, July 11. Fans came from all over South Florida to share in an incredible night of worship at Italy Today on Main Street. Jonas Maldonado led the night, backed up by Metellus, Jordan Rosado on drums, Neal Buranday on bass, Barrera on the electric guitar and Marco Hernandez on the keys. The first set started with a modernized hymn cover, “All Creatures of Our God and King” by Kings Kaleidoscope, and

“Alive” by Hillsong Young and Free. The mood in the room changed as they transitioned into two original songs: “Where You Found Me” and “Til You”. Metellus led the final song in the set, where they played “Alive” by Kim Walker. The night concluded with people standing for the encore and hanging out afterwards. What marks Streetside Manifesto from other worship bands is their passion for Jesus and their youth group. For more information and booking, visit www.412miami.com or contact Barrera at 305-720-8194.

Respect Life Ministry hosts second annual benefit luncheon on Sept. 27 By Roselind Romero The Miami Laker staff Miami Lakes based non-profit Respect Life Ministry Pregnancy Help Center, recently celebrated its first business anniversary and will soon host its second annual luncheon fundraiser on Saturday, September 27. The fundraiser is scheduled for 11:30 a.m. and will be held in the Howard Johnson Plaza Miami Airport at 7707 N.W. 103 Street in Hialeah Gardens. All proceeds from the event benefit North Dade Pregnancy Center. A door prize for a vacation getaway at Atlantis

Paradise Island in the Bahamas will be awarded to one lucky guest with the purchase of a ticket. Respect Life Ministry strives to provide financial and emotional assistance to those involved in a crisis pregnancy. The non-profit, which is made up almost entirely of volunteers, provides services to parents with infants up to 12 months old, pregnant mothers and offers post-abortion counseling programs for woman of any age. The center also provides free pregnancy tests, breast feeding courses and opportunities for parents to earn infant necessities like

diapers, clothing, bassinets, cribs, walkers, strollers and more while they learn the basics of parenthood. The Respect Life Ministry Pregnancy Help Center is located at 5801 N.W. 151 Street, Suite 302, in the Villagio in the Lakes Plaza. Appointments are available, walk-ins are welcome. All information received at the center is kept confidential only disclosed as required by law. For additional information regarding the center or the Respect Life Luncheon call 786-452-0266.

AUGUST 1, 2014

PAGE 19

Manufacturing Corp. Your TOTAL Packaging Supplier

In business since 1961 serving many of the finest businesses in South Florida. We offer fine quality & service and excellent pricing. Try us, discover why we have so very many, very satisfied long term customers!

305-885-4666

Our professionals will gladly assist you with solutions to your packaging problems.

Currently hiring for: • Cook (Part Time - Flexible Hours - Hotel Indigo)

• Valet Attendant / Special Services •

(Part Time - Flexible Hours - Shula’s Hotel) Administrative Assistant (Full Time) (Graham Residential Corporate Offices)

For a full description of responsibilities or to apply online, visit us at www.donshulahotel.com, www.miamilakes.com, or www.grahamresidential.com

EEOE/DFWP

THE MIAMI LAKER CLASSIFIED ADS PERSONAL CLASSIFIED RATES: $5.00 per line, 3 line minimum ($15.00) Bold headlines and boxes count as two lines. Personal classifieds must be paid in advance. No phone orders, please! Name

Phone

Street City

Zip Code

Please run my ad for

issue(s)

Payment enclosed (Amount) $ Category: Total characters in one line total 24. Letters, all spaces, and punctuations (periods, commas, etc.) count as one character. PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY

MAIL TO THE MIAMI LAKER 15450 NEW BARN ROAD, SUITE 103 MIAMI LAKES, FLORIDA 33014

PAGE 20

AUGUST 1, 2014

THE MIAMI LAKER

CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING HELP WANTED Experienced Pre-School teacher needed. Also, PT aftercare counselors, must be 18 years or older. Call 305-822-4313

PERSONALS Food problems? Overeaters Anonymous in Miami Lakes. No fees. Call 305-558-6436.

SERVICES Sprinkler Systems. Installation and repairs. 24 hours. Free estimates. Call 305-300-9414.

TILE INSTALLATION

ROY L. TAYLOR PAINTING ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

305-621-4690 REASONABLE TREE SERVICE AND LANDSCAPING, INC.

Quality Professional Work Interior & Exterior Pressure Cleaning Roof Painting Carpentry Chattahoochee Sealing Driveway Sealing

• Trimming • Shaping • Removals • Mulch & Hedges • Rock & Plastic

• Topping • Transplanting • Sodding • Fertilizing • Weeding

VERY REASONABLE PRICES. Free estimates/licensed-insured.

FREE Estimates No Job Is Too Small!

50 ft. Bucket Truck, Chipper Dump Truck, Stump Grinder & Bobcat Loader

Licensed - Insured CC#14459

OVER

(305) 772-3316 (954) 435-2697

30 YEARS IN MIAMI LAKES JOHN E. BUZZELLA

305-621-4690

Marble/Tile Installation. Remodel Bathrooms. Marble polishing. Call 305-803-6901.

TUTORING Fl. teacher cert. in Reading & Learning Disability. Call Cathy at 305-632-8384.

COMPUTER REPAIRS

Certified (Computer Technician) 1. Is your computer giving you errors? 2. Has your computer “slowed” down/bogged down in speed while processing? 3. Do you need to learn anything about computing? 4. Problems with shutdown or Startup? 5. Want to set up wireless network or just upgrade? I can get rid of computer errors-speed it back up to faster than it was at brand new!

ANYTHING you need with a PC.

R E A L E S TAT E C L A S S I F I E D RESULTS

the miami laker

Your Home Town Mortgage Specialist CRISTINA DEL CALVO Cell (305) 336-1161 Office (305) 269-6565 Email: cristina.delcalvo@regions.com 6990 SW 8th Street Miami, FL 33144

R E A L E S TAT E C L A S S I F I E D

Miami Lakes Gramercy Park

Arlene S. Wallach, P.A., CRS For Every Real Estate Reason !

Thinking about buying or selling? • Top 5% of Realtors Nationwide! • Over 20 years experience in Miami Lakes, Miami-Dade and South Broward.

Select the Real Estate Professional Committed to Excellence, Professionalism, Great Service and Honest advice. Cellular:

305-798-1455 954-252-2950

www.arlenewallach.com

Call me for a FREE market analysis!

This magnificent 4 bedroom/3bath home was totally renovated with top of the line appliances, extensive custom wood work throughout, high impact French doors, glass tiled backsplash, glass railing staircase, lovely overhang patio section with brand new BBQ area and grill. Gated community. $725,000

FREE ESTIMATE

Serving Miami Lakes And The Surrounding Areas For Over 50 Years!

(305) 822-9081 ROSA NELL HAMMER Broker/Associate

Over 15 Years Experience

(305) 898-9315

Miami Lakes. Completely remodeled, 3/2, pool home.

5701 Collins Avenue

To Buy, Rent or Sell, Call

ADVERTISING

The Team Saumell

RESULTS

Martha & Gardenia

MIAMI LAKER THE

305-817-4015

ALLAN PELAEZ Broker/Associate (786) 301-9520

6901 Silver Oak Drive

• Tile Roofs • Flat Roofs • Metal Roofs

ccc 1326710

Keyes Miami Lakes Realty & Welcome Center 6850 Main Street, M. Lakes

Magaly Rubio Featured Properties

ANCHOR ROOFING

305-691-7707

3/2.5 Brand new townhome with 2car garage, gated community, granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances, wood laminate floors, hurricane impact windows, fitness studio, 24 hr. maintenance. From $2350 monthly. Call 305-821-1138.

305-817-4015

Jeffrey Donner

Call us for an estimate!

FOR RENT

Celebrating Our 29th year Anniversary ~ Se Habla Espanol

305-308-9621 Office: 305-825-4999

2550 West 84th Street • Hialeah, FL, 33016 E-mail: miamirealty@yahoo.com

Miami Beach Millionaire's Row. 1 bedroom, 2 baths, lowest priced in oceanfront building. • Founding Member of The Institute of Luxury Home Marketing. • 2014 Miami Lakes Chamber of Commerce president. • Miami Lakes resident for over 40 years.

305-821-0203 Magaly Rubio, CIPS, CRS, GRI mrubiore@bellsouth.net Broker/Associate/e-PRO

THE MIAMI LAKER

AUGUST 1, 2014

PAGE 21

Debbie Lee Wilson, Realtor Call Your Specialist Realtor Since 1988 • 305-788-5008 ACM International Realty, Inc.

WWW.DEBBIELEEWILSON.COM • WILDEBB1@GMAIL.COM

THINKING OF SELLING • BUYING • RENTING • FORCLOSURE • or SHORT SALE? I can help as I have helped many other home owners!

Miami Lakes Rental. Light and bright. 2 large master bedrooms, 2 updated baths, washer/dryer in kitchen. Updated appliances. Large living room, Dining room overlooks fountain and lake. Nice screened in patio w/storage room. 3 parking spaces in front.$1,800 1st month + 1 month sec. Must pay last mo. prior to end of lease. $40 credit check and transaction fee. Small pet OK w/deposit. Call Debbie 305-788-5008.

Beautiful New Villa. Everything is new. Fantastic family room 17 1/2 X 13 1/2, screened patio overlooking lake, new porcelain tile floors. Just painted inside and out. A/C five years old, roof will be replaced in a year by association. Close to pool and guest parking. 2 park spaces in front. HOA includes cable, lawn service, 24 hour patrolled/gated security, clubhouse facilities and roof repairs @ $240 month. $180,000. Call Debbie 305-788-5008.

D SOL

Townhouse For Sale. 2 bedroom, 2 bath. 24-hour security. All tiled, washer/dryer, kitchen updated. Den can be office or baby room. 2 parking spaces in front, lots of guest parking. Cable and Club House facility included. $144,000. Call Debbie 305-788-5008.

New Moors Villa Townhouse. 2 bedroom/2 bath and patio with storage room. Completely remodeled incl. all electrical, plumbing, Art Deco kitchen cabinets, new S/S appliances. Roof in good condition and association will replace roof in a year. Porcelain floors. New W/D in unit. 24 hour security. 2 assigned parking spaces, plenty of guest parking. Below market value. Straight sale, no FHA. Price not subject to appraisal. Call Debbie 305-788-5008.

For Rent. Regatta Pointe in Miami Lakes.Hard to find 2 bedroom/2 updated baths. 24 hour gated community. Tile floors, loft, eat-in kitchen, huge master bedroom with sitting area. Washer/dryer in unit. Accordian shutters. Screened balcony. Alarm to be activated. $40 for credit application, $100 for association application. Call Debbie 305-788-5008.

D SOL A Tropical Paradise in Palm Springs North. Lakefront! You will not want to leave this beautiful home with lush plants and flowers that surround the gatedchildproof pool. Sea wall holds the ski boat and lift, and the jet ski lift. Four bedrooms, 3 upstairs, with loft, three bathrooms. New hurricane approved roof, impact windows and French doors. Serious buyers with proof of funds. Call Debbie 305-788-5008.

Condo For Rent. First floor 2 bedroom/2 bath. Updated appliances and cabinets. Central A/C condenser new, new roof, just painted inside and out. Updated 2 bathrooms, plenty of closet space, W/D in unit. Very nice with one assigned parking and lots of guest parking. HOA includes clubhouse facilities, roof, insurance, 24 hour gated security and private patrols, water and Comcast. $1350 mo. Call Debbie 305-788-5008.

Hialeah Gardens For Sale. Spacious 2-story townhouse with 3 bedrooms/2 baths. Built in 2000, 1,180 sq. ft. Kitchen updated. One bedroom on first floor. Lots of closets. Private patio, 2 parking spaces. Great location, close to 826 and I-75. Low HOA $87 month; low taxes $915. Regular sale, cash or conventional only. Call Debbie 305-788-5008.

PSN lake and large salt water pool home. Jetski, waterski, or just fish and relax, perfect for BBQ and watcing the games. 4 bedrooms/2 baths, updated bathroom.Tax roll is wrong, lot is 9,885 sq. ft. overlooking wide lake. Real wood cabinets and granite counter and new top of line appliances. Stove is gas and owned, waterheater and dryer are gas and leased. A large storage room can be 5th bedroom with walk-in closet. Roof and central A/C replaced new after Wilma. All tile floors. EZ to show. Reduced. Very motivated. Reduced. Call Debbie 305-788-5008.

Beautiful single story end-unit in the gated community of the Country Club of Miami Condos. This spacious first floor unit has a large master bedroom and plenty of natural light throughout. A1965904

Absolutely, unique, special, beautiful, renovated tri-level home in the 24-hr gated area of Country Club. A live oak tree greets you as you pull into the circular drive. Walk up stairs into a magnificent living room, gorgeous kitchen with stainless steel appliances. A1964088

Century Gardens 1 story 4/3 features foyer entry high ceiling textured walls crown molding. 44" maple wood cabinets, granite countertops. Breakfast nook, formal dining, living & family room. Side terrace a beautiful covered back patio. Landscape garden aluminum fence for privacy. 2 car garage. No Association. A must see!! A1961525

Beautiful 4 Bedroom, 4 Bath single family residence with attached three car garage and circular driveway. Spacious upgraded kitchen with stainless appliances. Unique backyard with built-in BBQ and so much more. A must see! A1961407

Magnificent property was totally renovated with an exquisite taste. Among the many features in this contemporary residence are marble driveway (non slippery), top of the line appliances including Viking stove, glass tiled backsplash, extensive custom wood work throughout, glass railing staircase, high impact French doors.Exterior features include a lovely overhang patio section with a brand new BBQ area and grill. A1961166

Great 3 bedroom 2 bathroom home with over 1500 sq. ft. and hurricane resistant impact windows and French doors. Open kitchen overlooking the dining room. Separate living room and family room. Large master with lots of natural light. Tiled backyard, 2 car garage and cozy front porch. This home is perfect for a first time homeowner. A1979599

Great opportunity in the Moors. One story gem located at end of the Cul-de-sac. Kitchen was tastefully renovated with granite counter tops and stone back splash. Amazing view of the lake. This property won't last. A1978413

Key West-style home. PSN lakefront, water ski and jet ski in 3 lakes. 4 bedroom, 2 bath, 2,112 sq. ft. living area. Private beach. Keep your RV or boat at the dock. Ski boat included. Association fee $120. Call to see. Call Debbie 305-788-5008.

Featured Properties

www.keyes.com Email: keyes276@keyes.com

Beautiful Miami Lakes Home. Property has been repaired, 4 bedroom, 3 bath, pool home! Very spacious, in fine detail, w/2 master suites, & the perfect location and children’s park across the street. The perfect combination of elegance, style and comfort. A1978206

West Hialeah 4/3 Pool home with updated kitchen and stainless steel appliances and granite counter tops. All tile floors and nice upgraded details throughout. Home has high efficiency AC. Circular driveway with plenty of parking. Fenced yard, pool, hurricane shutters.A1977660

305-822-9800

Beautiful Cul-de-sac home in Miami Lakes. Most desirable area. 12,000 sq ft lot & beautiful home with 4 bedrooms/ 2 bathrooms. Double car garage. The modern heated pool with hot tub has an ample tile deck. Unique kitchen with everything you can dream of. A1976788

www.southfloridacareerinrealestate.com

6850 Main Street • Miami Lakes, FL 33014 • Miami Lakes Realty & Welcome Center in the lobby of Don Shula’s Hotel

PAGE 22

AUGUST 1, 2014

THE MIAMI LAKER

E A L

S T A T E

L A S S I F I E D BUY OR SELL ARMADA MAKES IT HAPPEN!

RE/MAX Unique Realty & RE/MAX Realty 1 Newsletter

Miami Home Sales Remain Strong According to the MIAMI Association of REALTORS® and the local Multiple Listing Service (MLS) system, Miami real estate sales, particularly for single-family homes, continue to reflect strong demand. Properties are selling at a rapid pace, and at nearly the asking price. More sellers around South Florida are relying on RE/MAX real estate professionals to sell their home. Eddie Rodriguez and his team can give you the latest information, has experience negotiating, and can guide you through the extensive paperwork and closing.

JOSE ARMADA JR. LLC Short Sale • Commercial Military Certified www.josearmadajr.com

305.525.1297

Unique Realty

Ready to let a RE/MAX agent lead you for all your real estate needs? Call them for a complimentary market analysis. They have two offices to better serve you. Eddie Rodriguez, Broker/Owner RE/MAX Unique Realty Lake Katherine Shopping Center 6167 Miami Lakes Dr. East, Miami Lakes, FL 33014

RE/MAX Realty 1 Design District 4100 NE 2nd Avenue, Suite 310 Miami, FL 33137

305.822.8216

305.822.7444

facebook.com/REMAXRealtyONE1

facebook.com/REMAXUniqueRealty @REMAXUniqRealty

Website: www.wesellfloridanow.com

@REMAXRealty1

Brand New Luxury Rentals in Miami Lakes • 1, 2 and 3 Bedroom Apartments from $1,400 • 2 and 3 Bedroom Townhomes from $2,000 • Granite countertops, laminate wood flooring, stainless appliances, huge closets, washer/dryer • Townhomes w/attached garages, 24 hr. maintenance • Gated entry, on-site fitness studio, pool, half basketball court, bark park and 1.5 acre lake • Schools: Bob Graham Education Center (K-8), and Barbara Goleman Senior High School

The Residences at Lakehouse (305) 821-1138

Visit our website at www.grahamresidential.com 8340 Commerce Way, Miami Lakes, Florida

Serving the Miami Lakes community for over 35 years as a full service Realtor! Featured Properties: 7935 N.W. 162 Street - Miami Lakes Spectacular two story in the heart of Miami Lakes! 4 bedrooms, 4 baths. This home features a wide tropical view of the lake and pool with jacuzzi, wood deck. Tile floors, marble bathroom, wood and granite kitchen, separate gazebo with barbecue. For Sale - $779,000.

7403 Big Cypress Drive Miami Lakes The most exquisite unit in Miami Lakes. 2 story townhouse in San Remo Villas. 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, wood floors in living/dining area, tile in kitchen. 2nd floor large master bedroom with walk-in closets & terrace overlooking lake. Courtyard has free form pool. For Sale - $310,000.

Vera Cox

305-542-1944

Closing Agent/Attorney

vera.cox@coldwellbanker.com

305-817-2170

THE MIAMI LAKER

What if your realtor is also your neighbor?

Niurka Mejias, Realtor Short Sale Specialist/REO Certified GRG, Real Estate Company 14100 NW Palmetto Frontage Road, #101 Miami Lakes, FL 33016

786-506-0602 Cell Email: nmejias2000@hotmail.com Ask Your Neighbor! I am a residential and commercial Realtor.

If You Are Thinking About Selling Your Home, Let’s Talk. Call me today!

Lynn Ancel Matos 305-790-7952 lynnancelmatos@gmail.com

“I am all about results and resolutions.”

Unique Realty

6167 Miami Lakes Drive, Miami Lakes

WE SELL MIAMI LAKES! “Professional Service, Educational Guidance And A Proven Track Record.” Arturo Rodriguez, P.A.

305-205-9785 Broker-Associate

Maria Victoria Zarate

305-308-9482 Realtor-Associate

Residential Real Estate “Owned and operated by NRT, LLC”

• Over 32 years of Real Estate Experience • Ranked Miami Lakes Top Producers 2001-2013 • The Only Coldwell Banker agents in Miami Lakes ranked among the Top 100 Professionals in Florida and Top 1% nationwide.

artrodriguezrealestate.com Family Owned and Operated Business A Unique Concept in Real Estate Services Providing Personalized Comprehensive Real Estate Service To Home Buyers and Sellers Sergio & Martha 1956 Guanabo Havana, Cuba

Martha Montero, P.A.

Sergio Duran, P.A. Licensed Real Estate Broker

Cell: 305-992-0479 Email: sergiodurangroup@aol.com

Realtor/Associate

Cell: 786-514-9869 Email: mmrealestatetm@yahoo.com

Sergio Duran Group Real Estate Services, LLC. Services Provided: Buy, Sell, Invest, Rent, Rental Management and Short Sales 6625 Miami Lakes Drive, 3rd Floor, Miami Lakes, FL 33014 Toll Free: 1-866-706-8439 Office: 305-779-8589 Web site: WWW.SERGIODURAN.COM

Se Habla Español

AUGUST 1, 2014

PAGE 23

PAGE 24

AUGUST 1, 2014

THE MIAMI LAKER

SEVEN DEALERS ALL IN ONE LOCATION! CHEVROLET

Neighbor & Miami Lakes Automall GM, Fred Senra, Invites You To Experience The Hometown Difference! The Hometown Difference Thanks to Jose Estol and Eddy Seijo for the best selection and service. I love my new Equinox! - Pedro R. Caballero

300 Hometown

Discount! FOR MIAMI LAKES RESIDENTS Discount off any new or used car purchase from Miami Lakes Automall after price negotiation. Must provide proof of residence in Miami Lakes. Must present ad. Limit one per purchase. See dealer for complete details.

INTRODUCING $ OUR NEW

17.95

ZIPP LUBE SERVICE

• OIL & FILTER CHANGE • TIRE ROTATION • SAFETY INSPECTION Excludes synthetic oil and diesel engines. Some makes and models may be slightly more. Limited to 5 quarts of standard oil. Expires 8/31/14

Visit Us Online: MiamiLakesAutomall.com Like Us:

facebook.com/MiamiLakesAutomall

th 1 6600 NW 57 Ave SOUTH SIDE OF THE PALMETTO EXPRESSWAY (SR 826) EXIT 826 AT NW 57TH AVE (RED ROAD)

1-866-782-8208