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The original northwest Miami-Dade community newspaper for the Town of Miami Lakes & surrounding areas Vol. 42 No 23
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Main Street welcomes season at annual Festival of Lights
AN OVERFLOW CROWD filled Main Street on November 26 during the Festival of Lights event. Santa Claus was on hand to do the countdown along with 93.9 MIA host Gigi Diaz and the Debs children of Miami Lakes - Elizabeth (5), Ryan (3) and Tyler (7), who helped Santa pull the big switch to turn on the lights.
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Miami Lakes voters say ‘enough is enough,’ Cid defeats Pizzi in runoff The Miami Laker staff In an overwhelming show of support for a change in leadership, Miami Lakes has a new mayor as voters elected Councilmember Manny Cid over incumbent Michael Pizzi in a run-off election which drew a relatively large turnout for a special election, but ended an era for a man who sat on the Town Council since incorporation. Cid collected 77 percent (4,951 votes) to Pizzi’s 23 percent (1,477 votes), a 3-1 majority, in the November 29 run-off election. Cid, 33, becomes the third elected mayor in Miami Lakes’ 16-year history. Cid, along with Council-members Nelson Rodriguez and Tony Lama, and Councilmember-elect Luis Collazo, will be sworn into office to serve their four-year
Main St. Players offer first Spanish play La Pasión Según Antígona Pérez
THE CAST for the Main Street Players’ Spanish play, La Pasión Según Antígona Pérez features 10 actors and actresses in the Main Street Players theatre group’s first Spanish presentation. Two weekend performances are scheduled at the Main Street Playhouse on December 9-11 and 16-18. (See story on Page 3)
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MAYOR-ELECT MANNY CID terms before the start of the December 6 Town Council meeting. Cid, co-owner of an adult daycare, collected 46 percent of the vote in the November 8 election but was forced into a run-off because neither candidate collected 51 percent to win outright. Pizzi, 53, garnered 31 percent and former mayor Wayne Slaton
23 percent. Cid, who defeated then-incumbent Mary Collins in 2012, opted not to run for his old seat and instead ran for mayor since his support base suggested residents were seeking a change in leadership. Cid ran on a platform of lowering taxes, securing Miami Lakes its own zip code to lower auto insurance premiums, eliminate wasteful speeding and adding more police officers and fire rescue units. With a much added boost, Rodriguez, Lama and Collazo, Councilmembers Ceasar Mestre and Tim Daubert, and Slaton all endorsed Cid for mayor. Pizzi lost his first-ever election dating back to the now defunct Miami Lakes Community Council in the 1990s. He was the first council member to be elected in 2001 when he ran unopposed, and he was reelected in 2002 and 2006.
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n News and Notes of interest from the Town of Miami Lakes. See pages...........................6 & 7
n Pace High School raises over a ton and a half of food during annual food drive......................9
n Barbara Goleman’s Natalie Costero signs letter of intent to play for Lynn University.........19
n Mater Academy’s marching band wins State Marching Band championship.........................26
n Miami Lakes residents launch park fitness bootcamp at Picnic Park West..............8
n Corvo and Calas Law Firm hosts annual Pajama and Book Drive through December 16...14
n Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic School students flourish in robotics programs.......22
n Community Calendar, 15, School, sports and church news, 18-27, Classified ads.........28-31
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Town’s new officials to be sworn in on December 6 Miami Lakes residents are invited to attend the official Swearing In Ceremony for the Town’s newly elected officials from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, December 6, in the Council Chambers at Town Hall, 6601 Main Street. The ceremony will install two incumbent councilmembers, Tony Lama and Nelson Rodriguez, and first time councilmember Luis
Collazo, who were winners in the Town’s recent general election on November 8. Also to be installed is Manny Cid who won the November 29 Mayoral Runoff Election with a 31 majority, 77 percent to 23 percent. A reception will follow the Swearing In Ceremony, and then followed by the Council’s regular meeting at 6:30 p.m.
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Manny Cid overwhelms incumbent Michael Pizzi in runoff; Pizzi’s $2.5 million legal claim still lingers (Continued from Page 1) Pizzi, an attorney and polarizing political figure, ran for mayor in 2008 and won reelection in 2012, but his second term was interrupted by federal bribery charges and he was subsequently
suspended from office while he awaited trial. He was acquitted of all charges in 2014 but Florida’s Governor Rick Scott refused to reinstate him. Pizzi sued him in the Florida Supreme Court to lift his suspen-
sion. Pizzi later sued Miami Lakes in the lower courts to get his old job back in 2015. Despite filing another lawsuit against the town to pay his attorneys’ fees during his corruption trial and reinstatement cases, Pizzi decided to run for reelection. He touted his leadership of accomplishments including opening up N.W. 87 Avenue to alleviate
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traffic congestion, building a stand alone government center, youth center for children and kids with special needs, and lower property taxes. But his $2.5 million lawsuit against the town for his lawyers’ fees and constant bickering with council members since his return signaled the end for Pizzi, as residents were seeking a new town executive. The town settled his reinstatement lawsuit for about $460,000. Miami Lakes and Pizzi’s attorneys agreed to abate the second lawsuit for six months to give the town an opportunity to seek litigation against the insurance carrier for refusing the cover the mayor’s legal bills. The abatement ended last month. Perhaps the final straw was a campaign mailer by Miami Lakes
Voters for Excellence in Government which circulated accusing Cid of accepting illegal campaign contributions from Ernesto Perez, founder of the now defunct and beleaguered Dade Medical College. According to The Miami Herald, Perez pled guilty to making illegal campaign contributions which were received Cid. Cid denied the claim. Pizzi also had his named smeared during the election season, when a political group called Leadership for Florida’s Future circulated a mailer saying Miami Lakes has spent over $260,000 in legal fees to fight Pizzi’s lawsuits. “Don’t forget these are legal bills Michael Pizzi racked up in an attempt to stay out of jail after he was caught on tape by the FBI for taking a cash bribe inside a closet at city hall,” the mailer stated.
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L.A. Sweetz on Main Street welcomes Main Street Players theatre holidays with variety of cupcake flavors group offers first Spanish By R.A. Romero The Miami Laker staff The holiday season is here which means seasonal treats are in store at Main Street’s only cupcakery, L.A. Sweetz. Residents and visitors can plan on cupcakes in flavors such as pumpkin pie, peppermint, eggnog, chocolate mint, apple pie and champagne. The rollout of seasonal flavors is one of many things L.A. Sweetz owner Letty Alvarez is looking forward to as the year comes to a close. Alvarez, a previous contender on the Food Network hit show Cupcake Wars, once again participated in the filming of an episode for the show Unique Sweets which showcased the store’s guava cupcake, the first of its kind in Florida. The episode,
season 7 episode 3, aired on Sunday, November 27, Alvarez’s birthday. “I like to think united worlds with the guava cupcake,” said Alvarez. “Everyone else does red velvet, but I wanted a cupcake to represent my culture and my love of baking.” Those looking for cultural twists in their desserts can head to L.A. Sweetz on Fridays for happy hour cupcakes that were first featured on Cupcake Wars – the guava cupcake, the Ricky Martin cupcake-coconut rum cake soaked in dark coconut rum with dulce de leche butter cream and candied coconut bits, or the margarita cupcake – lime tequila soaked cupcake, topped with cream cheese buttercream and course sea salt
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show with La Pasión Según Antígona Pérez during two weekends, Dec. 9-11, 16-18 La Pasión Según Antígona Pérez by Luís Rafael Sánchez opens at Main Street Playhouse, 6766 Main Street, on December 9. The set is in place, lines are being learned, and a great deal of hard work is going into producing the first Spanish show at the playhouse. For this production, the seating arrangement of the Playhouse has been altered to perform in a profile theater setting to maximize the space and have a more intimate experience with the audience; something never done at the Main Street Playhouse before. La Pasión Según Antígona Pérez is a relevant piece of theater that will incite questions about how government has a direct impact of how we live our lives, how we receive information from the media and the role that we all play in fighting fear and retaining civil liberties. Held captive in the palace of Generalísimo Creón Molina, Antigona Pérez is a political prisoner awaiting execution. During her stay in the dungeon, visitors come to test her values, and she’s
strongly criticized by the press in charge of misrepresenting the truth. The production brings this classic story of civil disobedience to modern day. Through this story, values are corrupted, fear controls decisions, and it takes courage to remain loyal to our beliefs. The show is directed by Isaac Polanco, and will be stage managed by Daniel Nieves. The cast includes: Antígona by Anne Garcia, Aurora by Adela Romero, Creón Molína by Alejandro Milían, Pilar by Salomé Muriel, Monsenor Escudero by Amarú Pereyra, Irene, Journalist 5 by Carmen Albernas, Journalist 1 by Camila Rodriguez, Journalist 2 by Rosalyn Tavarez, Journalist 3 by Henri Sosa, and Journalist 4 by Leopoldo Anzola. Performance dates are December 9-11, and December 16-18. Fridays and Saturdays are at 8 p.m., and Sundays at 2 p.m. General admission tickets are $20, and may either be purchased at the door 30 minutes prior to showtime, or online at www.mainstreetplayers.com.
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Breanna Vergara 5K, Color Run, set for December 4 By R.A. Romero The Miami Laker staff The Breanna Vergara Foundation is hosting the Breanna Vergara 5K and Color Run at Miami Lakes Picnic Park West,
15101 N.W. 82 Ave, on Sunday, December 4. The event will begin at 7 a.m. and end at 9 a.m. with an awards ceremony. The 5K run/walk will begin at 7:30 a.m. and the 1 mile color run will begin
Seniors invited to annual Holiday Social on Dec. 10 “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year” and Miami Lakes Elderly Affairs Committee is inviting residents, 55 years and above, to join in celebrating the holidays at the annual “Senior Holiday Luncheon.” Sponsored by The Graham Companies and Coventry Health Care, the luncheon will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, December 10, at the Roberto Alonso Community Center, 16500 N.W. 87 Avenue. Seating is limited and is provid-
ed on a first come, first served basis. Attendees are encouraged to bring an unwrapped toy for children ages 12 and under that will be donated to children in need. Transportation is provided from Town Hall, 6601 Main Street and seniors who wish to use the bus are requested to register by Friday, December 2, with Clarisell De Cardenas at decardenasc@ miamilakes-fl.gov, or 305-3646100.
at 8:30 a.m. The fees are $35 for the 5K, $25 for the one mile Color Run, and $50 for both the 5K and Color Run for online registration. Registration prices will increase on race day. Those interested in participating may sign up online by following the link on the Breanna Vergara Foundation Facebook page or on the foundation’s website, www.breannavergarafoundation.org. Attendees may also register on-site at 6 a.m. The newly designed race route though the tree-lined streets in the town is a USA Track & Field certified course. The event will include family activities, music,
and entertainment. Breanna Vergara, an 11-yearold Miami Lakes Middle schooler, collapsed in the middle of dance practice at Miami Dancity Studios on a Tuesday evening surrounded by fellow dancers, friends, and Miami Dancity Studios owner, Yvonne Alvarez. Vergara had been dancing since she was a toddler at Dance Creations Dance Studio (DCDA) in Hialeah and had begun attending Miami Dancity Studios. The Breanna Vergara Foundation was founded by Jesus and Claudia Vergara, Breanna’s parents, with hopes to offer opportunities for children to participate in extracurricular activities, such
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News and Notes from the Town of Miami Lakes Night of Art and Culture scheduled on December 9 at M. L. Town Hall
‘The Spot’ Youth Center is hosting events and a field trip for middle and high schoolers
Miami Lakes Cultural Affairs Committee along with students in the Town’s Adult Painting class are inviting the community to “A Night of Art and Culture” Art Exhibition and Reception at 6 p.m. on Friday, December 9, at Town Hall, 6601 Main Street. The event will feature dozens of artworks created by the students along with live music by guitarist Felipe Carvajal. For more information on the event, or the age 50+ recreation program offered by the Town, contact program coordinator Kristina Labossiere at 305-6989308, or email labossierek@ miamilakes-fl.gov.
Miami Lakes Youth Center, “The Spot,” will host several events and a field trip for middle and high school students during December at 6075 Miami Lakes Drive. Wednesday, December 7 – Carnival Theme Night. Join in for a night filled with fun carnival games, face painting, prizes and more. Friday, December 9 – Movie Night: Polar Express. Miami Lakes teens can enjoy a magical journey on the Polar Express. Bring friends, grab some popcorn and get a cup of hot cocoa. Saturday, December 17 – Holiday Ice Skating Field Trip. Middle and high school students
are invited to grab their gloves, scarves and jackets and join The Spot for an Ice Skating Field Trip to Pines Ice Arena. Registration is required by November 30 along with a registration fee of $20. Food and transportation will be provided to and from the Youth Center. To register, call 305-819-7768, or email thespot@miamilakesfl.gov. Wednesday, December 21 – Ugly Holiday Sweater Party. Did someone say party? Grab your ugly sweaters and head to The Spot for a great Holiday Party. For more information on these events, visit www.miamilakesfl.gov.thespot.
Pete’s Dragon in Movies at Park on Dec. 2 Miami Lakes Youth Activities Task Force (YATF) is inviting residents and families to join the adventures of an orphaned boy named Pete and his best friend Elliot, who just so happens to be a dragon! Disney’s “Pete’s Dragon” is an American fantasy adventure film starring Academy Award winner Robert Redford. The free movie watching event will be held at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, December 2, at Miami Lakes
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Picnic Park West, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue. Attendees are reminded to bring blankets and chairs for a family-friendly evening of movie watching under the stars. The YATF will help get residents in the holiday spirit with the showing of Dr. Seuss’ “How the Grinch Stole Christmas,” the next in the Bella Mar Real Estate Group’s Movie Series at 7:30 p.m.
on Friday, December 16. This Academy Award-winning film by Ron Howard stars Jim Carrey in his portrayal of the Grinch who lives on the outskirts of Whoville, and plans on ruining the Christmas holiday for all of the citizens in the town. The Movies in the Park Series kicks off its 2017 schedule on January 6 with the showing of “The Secret Life of Pets.”
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News and Notes from the Town of Miami Lakes Miami Lakes businesses can Town encourages use of online registration on December 15 for children’s Spring classes provide feedback for future economic development forums in Start Smart and Pre-Teen Fitness programs Miami Lakes Economic Development Committee, which has hosted a series of workshops this year aimed at educating the local business community on resources that are available to them, is now encouraging local business owners to provide feedback in a short 10 question survey. Participants can supply the Committee with ideas for new forums, workshops, networking e vents, marketing tools and services that better fit their business needs. The survey is available by visiting www.miamilakes-fl.gov/edc. The 2016 workshops included “Growing Your Business,” “Social Media and Marketing,” and “Access to Capital” in partnerships with such organizations as
the Small Business Administration, Career Source South Florida and the Beacon Council. The Economic Development Committee is focused on not only promoting economic growth in Miami Lakes by attracting new business, but also ensuring that current businesses remain pleased and ensure their desire to remain in the town with the goal to reinforce, strengthen and promote the livability and sustainability of the Town’s commercial and industrial business districts. Business owners who wish to provide feedback on a program or service that is not covered in the survey may contact Nicole Singletary at 305-512-7132, or singletaryn@miamilakes-fl.gov.
Seniors invited to take a field trip to Gulfstream Park for day of shopping and dining Miami Lakes Elderly Affairs Committee offers a variety of free field trips for residents 55 years and above. The next field trip is scheduled for Thursday, December 1, to Gulfstream Park. Since 1939, Gulfstream Park has been one of the most important venues for horse racing in the country. Some of the world’s top thoroughbred contenders pass through Gulfstream Park with their eye on Triple Crown glory. The Village at Gulfstream Park, an open air mall, is also one of
South Florida’s premier home design, dining, shopping and entertainment destinations. Seniors can spend the day dining, shopping, or playing one of the 800 Vegas-style slot machines. Transportation is provided to and from Town Hall, 6601 Main Street. The bus will depart at 11 a.m. Space is limited and reservations are required by contacting Special Events and Committees coordinator Clarisell De Cardenas at decardenasc@miamilakesfl.gov, or 305-364-6100.
YMCA presents ‘Impact Award’ to Miami Lakes for dedicated commitment in impacting lives of youth The “Impact Award” was presented to the Town of Miami Lakes at the YMCA’s Youth Development Appreciation Breakfast in recognition of the Town’s ongoing commitment and dedicated support in impacting lives of youth. The award was received by Community Engagement and Outreach staff members Katya Lysakk and Kristina Labossiere. Miami Lakes has partnered with the YMCA for the past 5 years to offers camps over the
school breaks. The Y’s afterschool programs provide safe spaces for children to feel accomplished, build new friendships and develop a sense of belonging through sports and homework help. Nationwide, the YMCA provides over nine million children with a wide range of programs built on academic intervention, health and enrichment that are proven to have positive impacts on kids’ lives at school, at home and in their communities annually.
Parents interested in registering their children for the popular Start Smart and Pre-Teen Fitness spring programs are encouraged to create their online registration account by visiting www.miamilakesfl.gov/recprograms. Online registration for spring classes will take place on Thursday, December 15. The Start Smart Sports Development Program aims to help children ages 3 to 5 years old for organized youth sports by using safe and fun equipment while developing basic motor skills.
The 6-week program helps parents work one-on-one with their children while teaching them the basics of sports like throwing, catching, kicking and batting. There is a $14 registration fee and parents are required to stay and interact at each session. The Start Smart Program’s first session will be on Wednesday, January 25, at Miami Lakes Picnic Park West, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue. The Pre-Teen Fitness Program is an 8-week program aimed at combating childhood obesity while instilling healthy and active
lifestyle habits in youth. The free program for children, ages 10 to 14, will meet on Mondays starting on January 23 will go over stretching, running, and workout form so that a solid foundation for physical activity is met. Pre-Teen Fitness will also be held at Miami Lakes Picnic Park West. For more information on spring program classes, contact Krstina Labossiere at labossierek@miamilakes-fl.gov, or 305-698-9308.
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:
Cultural Affairs Committee Meeting Thursday, December 1, 7:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Swearing In Ceremony for Newly Elected Officials Tuesday, December 6, 5:30 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Town Council Regular Meeting Tuesday, December 6, 6:30 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Youth Activities Task Force Meeting Wednesday, December 7, 7:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Education Advisory Board Meeting Thursday, December 8, 6:30 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Elderly Affairs Committee Meeting Wednesday, December 14, 8:30 AM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Veterans Committee Meeting Thursday, December 15, 6:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Economic Development Committee Meeting Tuesday, December 20, 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 the above events/meetings. This Notice dated November 25, 2016 at Miami Lakes, Fl. Gina Inguanzo, Town Clerk
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Miami Lakes residents launch park fitness bootcamp By R.A. Romero The Miami Laker staff Miami Lakes resident Nicole Alarcon has an entrepreneurial spirit. As an administrative professional working in corporate America, to co-owner of a barbershop, Mary Kay Beauty Consultant, and the owner of a mobile spa party business, Alarcon is moved by possibility and opportunity. But the one constant in her life over the last handful of years has been a deep desire to eat well, exercise and live a healthy life. This motivation and success with her health is what led her to merge her entrepreneurial talent with a passion for fitness and create her business, FitLikeMe. FitLikeMe was launched over a year ago and has grown primarily through word of mouth. The business focused on nutrition assistance through meal planning and education for clients but has since grown with the addition of coowner, Vivian Inza, and a partnership with the Town of Miami Lakes. As part of the partnership
Alarcon is now adding bootcamp classes to her list of services which take place at Miami Lakes Park West, Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. and Saturdays at 10 a.m. “Nutrition and exercise go hand in hand,” said Alarcon. “You can’t have one without the other and achieve your ultimate goals. Personal training wasn’t originally part of what I offered because my business is mobile, but I saw that it was really becoming a demand when clients started asking for it, so I became certified through the Shaw Academy and started looking for parks. Even though it’s hot, people like breaking the cycle of being stuck indoors at the gym and many times newcomers find gyms intimidating so I knew I wanted to host classes at a park.” When it came to the location, Alarcon turned to what she knew like the back of her hand, her hometown of Miami Lakes. A partnership was made and bootcamp classes that feature exercises like cardio, high intensity interval training, plyometric movements
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Pace raises over ton and a half in annual food drive By Rene D. Basulto Special to The Miami Laker The Pace High School community continued its almost 30-year tradition of collecting food for its annual Tons of Love food drive, with the final tally equaling over a ton and a half of food. Pace students, parents, teachers, staff, alumni, and friends donated non-perishable and canned food items to benefit the needy in South Florida and Haiti. This aid to Haiti is in addition to the $19,000 raised by the Pace community thus far for the recovery efforts of Hurricane Matthew in Haiti. On November 18, the last day
of school before Thanksgiving break, the Pace student body celebrated its annual Thanksgiving/ Tons of Love Mass. Following the mass, the Pace community and student organizations were recognized for their service and aid done to benefit local organizations and Pace’s sister parishes and schools in Haiti. The sophomore Class of 2019 also won the coveted Tons of Love trophy for being the class which donated the most food. The food donated goes out to ministries, pantries, and food banks across South Florida and half a ton of food already having been donated to Haiti.
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Goleman student hand makes pillows for breast cancer patients By R.A. Romero The Miami Laker staff Kelsy Ruano is a girl scout, AP student, and creator of handmade pillows for breast cancer survivors. Ruano, a senior at Barbara Goleman Senior High School, personally knows two breast cancer survivors – a family friend and her grandmother. Moved to action after witnessing the discomfort and pain they suffered after undergoing mastectomies, Ruano searched for special-made pillows to be used under the arm to keep the elbow from hitting the surgery site. Though she found heart-shaped
pillows online, they were expensive, and she thought she could sew something similar, using skills acquired as a girl scout. The project took hold, and soon she found herself planning and making enough pillows to donate to the Sylvester Cancer Center at the University of Miami. Supported by her family, Ruano got to work. She chose assorted fabrics, purchased materials, and began sewing by hand until recently when she got a sewing machine. The first batch of 25 she created were donated, and the second batch of 37 were handed out at an event at the cancer center specifi-
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White House honors Miami-Dade Public Schools as best large school district for personalized learning Miami-Dade County Public Schools was recognized at the White House as the leading large school district in innovation and personalized learning for all students, particularly underserved students. Schools Superintendent Alberto M. Carvalho had been invited to attend a discussion convened by the U.S. Department of Education and the White House where the county was recognized. The USDOE’s Office of Innovation and Improvement partnered with the White House Domestic Policy Council to invite a select group of school superintendents from around the country who are leading personalized learning efforts nationwide. MDCPS was the only school system
from Florida among the 35 districts invited to attend the one-day, roundtable discussion at the White House. “Education is the great equalizer,” said Superintendent Carvalho. “Miami-Dade County Public Schools is honored to be recognized for our innovation and personalized learning for all students. This recognition is a testament to the teaching ingenuity of our exceptional team of educators and the impact of the school district’s academic rigor and enrichment opportunities for students.” Some of M-DCPS’ personalized learning includes Digital Convergence. The multi-year initiative has resulted in the distribution of over 140,000 digital
devices to enhance the learning experiences and complement the 11,620 interactive boards previously installed in classrooms and 45 million square feet of physical space configured for Wi-Fi connectivity. iPrep Academy, a K-12 school led by Carvalho, features personalized learning that leverages an innovative, technologyrich environment to provide robust personalized learning experiences for all students. The iPrep program has been franchised into 11 other high schools as choice academies and has paved the path for iPrep Math, a personalized and blended instructional program in the District’s 49 middle schools that combines adaptive software with
face-to-face instruction to encourage an inquiry-based approach to the study of mathematics. The superintendents at the roundtable discussion also described the barriers and challenges they each identified to provide equity and access through personalized learning. Among the topics were students’ access to technology at home, equitable access to qualified teachers who can effectively facilitate personalized learning for all students, and reconciling the delivery of personalized learning with the demands of a state-mandated assessment program/timeline.
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MIAMI-DADE COUNTY COMMISSIONER Esteban Bovo Jr., has teamed up with the Hialeah Housing Authority to develop a new senior housing project in District 13, to be located at 987 West 75 Street in Hialeah. Bovo presented $250,000 in funding from his office budget carryover that will be invested directly in his district with the development of this project. Miami-Dade County Mayor Carlos Gimenez, Hialeah Mayor Carlos Hernandez, State Senator Rene Garcia and Hialeah Housing Authority Director Julio Ponce joined Bovo for the check presentation.
Carlos Gimenez wins reelection as M-Dade Mayor Miami-Dade Mayor Carlos Gimenez won another four years in political office when he defeated former Miami-Dade County School Board member Raquel Regalado with a 12-point margin in a race that turned downright nasty including a lawsuit by Regalado to kick her opponent off the ballot. Gimenez, 62, defeated his political nemesis 56 percent to 44 percent in a runoff election that saw the incumbent mayor resume his dominance from the primary in August. Gimenez took 48 percent of the vote to Regalado’s 32 percent to force the runoff. Gimenez will be termed out in 2020. Regalado, daughter of Miami Mayor Tomas Regalado, filed a lawsuit to disqualify her opponent over a flubbed qualifying check, but a judge tossed out the litigation.
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JetStream Federal Credit Union announces two new executive officer appointments JetStream Federal Credit Union, headquartered in Miami Lakes, announced the appointment of two executive officers in September. John Frearson was named the new vice president/CFO for the credit union, and Ivan A. Severiche was named the new manager of Business Services. Frearson will oversee JetStream’s finance, accounting, investment and deposit operations areas. He brings more than 30
years of financial experience to his new position. Previously, he worked for We Florida Credit Union and as vice president of Finance for Tropical Financial Credit Union. Severiche will oversee the business leading department. He brings more than 20 years of local financial experience having previously served with Citibank, Tropical Financial, and Space Coast Credit Union.
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St. Thomas Law School’s Ricky Marc has a White House internship St. Thomas University Law School student Ricky Marc was accepted into the prestigious White House Internship program this past Spring, a once-in-a-lifetime experience for the third-year law student. White House internships provide a unique opportunity for students to gain valuable professional experience and build leadership skills. The selection process is highly competitive and Marc was among two South Florida law students who were selected. Selection as a White House Intern is based on commitment to public service, demonstrated leadership in the community and a
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Corvo and Calas Law Firm is hosting its annual Pajama and Book Drive through Dec. 16 By R.A. Romero The Miami Laker staff With the holiday season nearly here, many charities and organizations choose to host a toy drive for underprivileged children, but after seeing a news report that research shows children who are wearing clean pajamas are psychologically healthier, calmer at night, and have more self-esteem, Lourdes Corvo decided to start her own drive. Corvo, a long-time Miami Lakes resident and co-owner of Corvo and Calas Law Firm with Perla Sole Calas began a pajama drive to help children in need. After visiting a domestic abuse center, Corvo said toys were piled up in a room nearly to the ceiling, but the kids had no clothes. The firm has collected about 350 pajamas every year. This is the law firm’s 10th annual Pajama and Book Drive. The firm invites colleagues, fami-
lies, friends and members of the community to donate new pajamas and books for children from newborn to 16 years old. Pajamas could be donated in any size. Donations will be collected through December 16 and can be dropped off at 14750 N.W. 77 Court, Suite 300, in Miami Lakes, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Donations are tax-deductible. The firm will be donating the pajamas and books on December 18, just in time for Christmas, to the Miami Dade County Community Action and Human Services Department which will then distribute it to children who are victims of domestic violence. The department puts together Child Admission Packages that includes a pajama and book when they come into the shelter. For more information call 305827-0084.
THE BOB GRAHAM EDUCATION CENTER Bobcat Dance Team had the opportunity to participate in the Town of Miami Lakes 37th Annual Veteran's Day Parade. This special event took place on November 6, as the town honored active and retired military members for their dedication and service to this country. The Bobcat Dance Team walked and participated in the parade along with other schools and groups as a way to thank our veterans. The parade route began at Bull Run Road and the route continued south on Ludlam Road to Eagle Nest Lane, where the dancers were given an opportunity to perform for the community in front of Main Street. This was a humble and joyful experience the dancers had along with their families under the coaching of Mayri Martinez.
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Miami Lakes Branch Library sets December events Miami Lakes Branch Library announced the following programs that are available for the public during December: For Children and Families: STEM Saturdays – Enjoy an interactive lesson and hands-on activities with FIU undergraduate and medical students. This month’s theme is “Extract DNA from a Strawberry!” DNA is the building block of life. Participants can do a cool experiment while they learn about DNA and extract it from a strawberry. Event scheduled for 10 a.m. on Saturday, December 3. Toddler Storytime – Stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. Space is lim-
ited so contact branch to register. Scheduled for Thursdays, December 1 and 8 at 11 a.m. Paws to Read – A reading program that aims to improve the literacy skills of children through the assistance of therapy dogs who serve as literacy mentors. Parents may bring a book or choose one from the library’s collection at 11 a.m. on Saturday, December 10. Homeschool Science Class – Learn how to create different science projects. Space is limited. Contact branch to register. Scheduled for 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, December 14. Kids on Canvas – Kids will paint on stretched canvas paper and canvas board with acrylic
paint as they learn about the techniques, styles and vocabulary of artists such as Renoir, Mondrian, Pollock, Warhol and others. Space is limited. Contact branch to register. Best for ages 7-12 years at 11 a.m. on Saturday, December 17. For Teens: Teen Club Movie Night – For ages 12-18 years old and presented by the Town of Miami Lakes Education Advisory Board at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, December 6. Teen Club – Teens meet to play video games, watch anime, draw or discuss books at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesdays, December 13 and 27. For Adults: GO Club of Miami Lakes – Now everyone can embark on a
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community to be sure to lock their vehicles and remove any valuables during the holiday season. Removing gifts and shopping bags from cars, and locking doors may seem simple enough, but many residents simply forget or get sidetracked due to the stress of the holiday season. The theft of a purse, wallet or documents with sensitive information could also result in identity theft. These crimes can be prevented by simply locking homes,
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journey and uncover the ancient game of strategy, attack and defense, the Game of GO. Meets from noon to 5 p.m. on Saturdays, December 3 and 17. GO Club Tournament-Miami – Annual GO Club Open Tournament with competitors from clubs across Florida from 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 a.m. Saturday, December 10. Book Discussion Group – An adult discussion club. Call the branch for this month’s title. Meets at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, December 20.
Mario Diaz-Balart Outreach – A member of Table Congressman Mario Diaz-Balart’s staff will be available to discuss federal issues and address any concerns a constituent may have with a federal agency from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, December 28. Miami Lakes Branch Library is located at 6699 Windmill Gate Road and is open Monday and Tuesday from noon to 8 p.m., and Wednesday through Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The branch is closed on Sundays. For more information, call 305-822-6520.
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Cultural Affairs Com. December 1 7:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center Swearing In Ceremony for Newly Elected Officials December 6 5:30 pm M.L. Govt. Center Town Council Meeting December 6 6:30 pm M.L. Govt. Center Youth Activities T. F. December 7 7:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center Education Adv. Board December 8 6:30 pm M.L. Govt. Center Elderly Affairs Com. December 14 8:30 am M.L. Govt. Center Veterans Committee December 15 6:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center Economic Devel. Com. December 20 5:30 pm M.L. Govt. Center (The following classes are free and open to the public) Yoga (for adults) M/T/W/Th 7:45 am MCCC Tai Chi M/T/W/Th 9:00 am MCCC Computers M/T/W/Th 9:00 & 11:15 am MCCC Arts & Crafts Mon. Noon MCCC Painting 3 Wed. 10:00 am RACC Dominoes M/T/W/Th/Fri 6:30 pm RACC Knitting/Crocheting T/Th 1:00 pm RACC Sewing T/Th 1:30 pm MCCC Spanish (Beginners) T/Th 6:00 pm MCCC Spanish (Intermediate) M/W 6:00 pm MCCC
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Al Avila joins St. Thomas’s Sports Hall of Fame
AL AVILA, a St. Thomas University alumni and the school’s former head baseball coach and later, its Athletic Director, was inducted in the Bobcats Sports Hall of Fame last month during the Eighth Annual Stone Crab Dinner for Athletics at the Fernandez Family Center on campus.
Al Avila, former Bobcats head baseball coach and director of athletics at St. Thomas University from 1988-92, recently was inducted into the Bobcat Sports Hall of Fame at the Eighth Annual Stone Crab Dinner for Athletics on Sunday evening at the Fernandez Family Center. Avila, who graduated with both Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Sports Administration from St. Thomas University, is currently the executive vice president for Baseball Operations and general manager for the Detroit Tigers. Avila was presented into the Bobcat Sports Hall of Fame by Bobcat Sports Hall of Famer and current LSU head baseball coach Paul Mainieri. While studying Sports Administration at St. Thomas, Avila began his coaching career under Mainieri and also interned with the Dodgers and their operations in Latin America. In 1988, Avila was coaching as a full-time assistant coach under Mainieri who, following that season, became the head coach at the Air Force Academy. In turn, Avila was named as Mainieri's successor as head baseball Coach of the Bobcats and later also became STU's director of athletics. Avila continued as head coach and AD through the 1992 season, leading the 1991 and 1992 Bobcats to Florida Sun Conference Championships and was named Florida Sun Coach of the Year in 1991. His 1992 team was ranked number three in the NAIA National poll.
In 1992, the Florida Marlins named Avila as assistant director of Latin American Operations. He was later named director of Latin American Operations and would spend a total of nine seasons rising up the ranks with the Marlins, first as director of Scouting, later as assistant GM and ultimately interim General Manager. Avila helped build the 1997 World Series Champion Marlins and was instrumental in signing stars such as Livan Hernandez, Luis Castillo, Alex Gonzalez, Edgar Renteria as well as Miguel Cabrera, who like Avila. later would become a Detroit Tiger. In 2002, Avila joined the Detroit Tigers and has been with the storied franchise ever since. In 2012, Avila was inducted into the Professional Baseball Scouts Hall of Fame and in 2015 was named the Detroit Tigers Executive VP and General Manager, making Avila the first Cuban-born GM in Major League Baseball history. In his 15-year career with Detroit, the Tigers won the
American League Pennant in 2006 and 2012 and won four straight AL Central titles from 2011-2014. As GM of the Tigers, Avila has signed stars such as outfielder Justin Upton and pitcher Jordan Zimmerman and continues his leadership of the day-to-day baseball operations of the franchise. Part of a three-generation MLB family, Al's father Ralph is a retired vice president of the Los Angeles Dodgers. Al and his wife Yamile have three children: Alex (most recently a catcher with the Chicago White Sox), Alan (assistant counsel for Baseball Operations for the Tigers) and daughter Annelisa Marie. Avila epitomizes St. Thomas University's Leaders for Life credo and his story is a prototype for today's Sports Administration students on how to succeed in the industry. Avila becomes the 12th member of the Bobcat Sports Hall of Fame.
Mater Academy loses 50-10 to St. Thomas Aquinas in Region 4-7A football final Despite the FHSSA’s suspension of five players from the St. Thomas Aquinas football team, Mater Academy failed to capitalize on the team’s misfortune and was routed 50-10 in the Region 47 A final at Milander Park. The Raiders (10-2), seeking to
become the first team from Broward County to win three consecutive state championships, faces Venice on Friday in the Class 7A state semifinal. St. Thomas Aquinas, ranked ninth in the nation by USA Today, played like defending state champions, especially without five key players (Tyler Dunning, Elijah Moore, Jason Munoz, Marcus Dumervil and Ryan Maine), who missed the game following a postgame brawl against Dwyer in the regional semifinals. Raiders quarterback Jake Allen went 14-of-17 for 178 yards and threw three touchdown passes, as the Lions’ defense didn’t have an answer. St. Thomas Aquinas scored 27 unanswered points to force a running clock in the fourth quarter. Mater Academy (10-2) cut the deficit to 23-10 early in the third quarter, when the Lions scored on a 12-yard touchdown pass. But the Lions failed to score on their following possessions and turned the ball over. Mater Academy was seeking to advance to the state semifinal for the third consecutive season. Mater Academy defeated McArthur of Hollywood, 14-13, to advance to the Region 4-7A final, and beat Cooper City, 35-21, to advance in the second round of the postseason. In other playoff action, the American High Patriots, winner of five consecutive district titles, failed to advance to the first round of the playoffs in a loss to Columbus 33-16 in a Region 4-8 quarterfinal game at Tropical Park.
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Goleman’s Natalie Costero signs with Lynn Univ. By David L. Snelling The Miami Laker staff Barbara Goleman High softball player, Natalie Costero, marveled at Miami Marlins outfielder Giancarlo Stanton’s composure each time he steps up to the plate. In fact, Costero watches video of the three-time All-Star to emulate his game and to make her a better player. “I like that he’s focused on every pitch, and each time at bat he has a plan,” said the senior shortstop and pitcher. “I need to have a plan like that.” Costero’s plan has worked, as she recently signed to play with Lynn University in Boca Raton, but her team’s modest goal of winning the district championship would close out her senior year in high school on a good note. Wining the state title would even be better. Costero, a Miami Herald AllDade player, said she chose Lynn University because it’s closer to
home. “It’s close to home but not to close,” she said as she signed her Letter of Intent while flanked by her family, coaches and teammates at the Miami Lakes school. Costero, who recorded a .537 batting average, four home runs and 80 strikeouts in her high school career, said the college offers her a better environment with a good coaching staff in a family-oriented atmosphere. She declined other offers, including Barry University and FIU. Costero is following in the footsteps of her two older sisters, who also played softball in high school and college. One played at Warner University and the other attended Agnus Scott College. “My sisters were really good and I grew up around them in a good environment,” Costero said. “I played softball after watching them and liked it so much.”
Costero and the Gators last won the district title when she was a freshmen. She wants to win it again but she knows a tough road is ahead for her team. The Gators are playing in a tough district this year with defending champion American Heritage standing in their way. Goleman was the district runnerup last year. “They are tough and we know what awaits us,” she said. “To win, we all have to be on the same page. It’s not what one specific player needs, it’s what the team needs to win.” Costero reminisced about the experience of winning the district title her freshmen year. “It was breathtaking, I was speechless,” she said. “Once you take on your challenges and achieve your goals, it leaves you breathless.”
FIU receives $1 million grant to award fiveyear scholarships in technology-related fields Florida International University was one of three state universities to receive $1 million in student scholarships to help erase any financial barriers for students and increase the number of graduates in computer and information technology, thanks to the National Science Foundation. Along with the University of South Florida and University of Central Florida, FIU was awarded the five-year scholarship grant in support of the collaborative Florida IT Pathways to Success project that includes recruiting, retaining and providing scholarships and other support to academically talented students in IT-related disciplines who have financial
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FIU’s Alex Gardner breaks school’s all-time rushing record at 2,221 yards
Four Pace High School baseball players sign letters of intent to universities By Rene D. Basulto Special to The Miami Laker Four seniors from the Pace High School Spartans baseball team signed their Letters of Intent to universities at a signing ceremony on November 17. The students’ families, friends, and coaches were on hand as the ceremony was held in front of the Pace
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PACE HIGH SCHOOL senior baseball players signed letters of intent for the universities of their choice. Seniors included (front, from left) Manuel Rodriguez (Bethune-Cookman University), Jeter Downs (University of Miami), Andres Sanchez (Barry University), and Nicholas Fusco (High Point University); (back, from left) Pace Spartans baseball pitching coach Chuck Lyman and Pace Spartans baseball head coach Thomas Duffin.
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Florida International’s Katie Town hosts Holiday Storytelling on December 4 Miami Lakes Cultural Affairs Mrs. Claus along with the Bob under the age of 5, will also have Hogan named to USA AllCommittee will present the 16th Graham Education Center’s an opportunity to register for the Holiday Storytelling in Chorus which will perform some Free Imagination Library Conference volleyball 2nd team Annual Town Hall Council Chambers, favorite holiday songs. Program, also funded by the EAB. Florida International University senior Katie Hogan has earned 2016 Conference USA Volleyball All-Conference second-team honors, the school announced. The All-Conference honor is the first for Hogan, who is considered the powerhouse of the Panthers in her final season. She recorded 329 kills, 384 points, 882 attacks and 10 doubledoubles. Hogan also posted the sixthhighest hitting percentage among C-USA leaders this season with a 3.63 mark. During her final year at FIU, Hogan surpassed her previous totals in almost every statistical category. As a junior, Hogan posted 205 kills, 262 points, 618 attacks and 98 digs, finishing third on the team for kills with 2.1l per set as compared to 2016’s 3.23. Hogan, a Missouri native, was a huge asset to this year's lineup. Her aggressive play helped FIU to battle against the competitive CUSA programs this season. She continued to raise the bar and broke several of her season highs in multiple matches this year, posting an impressive 30.5 points against Middle Tennessee on November 10. She contributed 25 kills in 48 attempts.
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KATIE HOGAN “Katie is one of the best allaround players that I've coached,” said FIU head coach Rita BuckCrockett. “She is a team player and also really put her heart into the team itself and it showed by her being one of top hitters in Conference USA. We appreciate everything she has done for the indoor program and we look forward to her bringing the beach program to Nationals again this year.” Hogan looks to continue her success on the sand in the upcoming beach season. The Panthers will take the sand courts on March 2, 2017 in the FAU tournament against the host Owls in Boca Raton.
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Goleman boy’s soccer team’s streak of 4 games broken by Hialeah High
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Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic School students flourish in robotics programs Students at Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic School are gaining exposure to robotics and programming as the STREAM program flourishes. STREAM stands for Science, Technology, Religion, Arts, and Music and represents an integration of the arts and religion as students are prepared for STEM related fields. Forty students in sixth through eighth grade are taking robotics classes. Students are introduced to concepts of engineering, robotics, and programming using Lego Robotics kits. The eighth grade students make up the school’s robotics competition team. They are gearing up for their first competition this month through the First Lego League Robotics Competition. Students in first through fifth
grade are also getting an opportunity to learn about robotics through the school’s weekly after school robotics enrichment program. Students work in teams to create and program robots while working on important skills such as collaboration, communication, and problem solving. “The students are getting an excellent opportunity to learn about what it takes to program a robot. It’s exciting for me to see the ‘aha’ moment when the students get the robot to run correctly or complete a challenge. This also teaches the students about perseverance and problem-solving as they run into problems in their programming,” said Kristina Bacallao, STREAM coordinator at Our Lady of the Lakes.
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Pace’s ‘Til Death Do Us Part sells out three shows By Rene D. Basulto Special to The Miami Laker Pace High School’s acclaimed drama program held a trio of soldout performances for its Fall 2016 production ‘Til Death Do Us Part on November 1, 2, and 3. What made this production unique is that it is the first completely original play created by Pace Drama alumni and students. The murder comedy-mystery set in a 1980s wedding was written primarily by Jamie Adelson, a Pace alumna from the Class of 2015. She worked in conjunction with Cristina Pla-Guzman, lead
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teacher for Pace’s Academy of Visual and Performing Arts Theatre Program. Pla-Guzman came up with the idea to make the play interactive and the Pace Drama students practices parts of the script as they were finished. Junior Noah Marino, who played Ferris, the younger brother of the groom, explained that the 80’s theme came from the song “Jesse’s Girl” by Rick Springfield. Adelson was inspired to write a play after hearing the song and Pla-Guzman loved the idea of dating the play in a certain decade. The play was a wildly interactive experience for the audience. Instead of sitting in rows facing a stage, they sat at circular tables on the Spartan Center floor as actors performed in front of, and even, at their tables. 80s fashion was on display, 80s songs played over the loud speakers as the wedding and hilarious murder mystery unfolded. Audience members even stood for the bouquet toss and dance during the play’s wedding. Another unique aspect of the play was that the killer and motive were different for each performance, with the audience being able to look at the back of their programs to see a list of potential culprits. As it turns out, night 2’s killer, the videographer, was so well received. the crew decided to have him be the killer again on night 3. “The best part is that every role was written for specific actors,” said Marino. Adelson visited every other practice to meet with students, including the juniors and seniors whom she already knew from her time at Pace. Pace senior Alexandria Altidor, the stage manager and head of soundboard on the play, felt the play was unique from their previous productions, but great nonetheless. “At first, it was a little nerve wracking because we hadn’t done [an original play] before,” said
THE CAST AND CREW of ‘Til Death Do Us Part, the first-ever original play completely created by Pace High School’s Drama program and alumni, pose for a photo after the play’s final performance on November 3. Altidor. “But during the summer, when the drama executive board met and read the first draft, we realized it was going to be good.” Pace’s Drama program had even more to celebrate the very next weekend, as they won 8 Superiors (First Place) and 8 Excellents (Second Place) at the International Thespian Society District Competitions held on November 11 and 12. They will be competing in the International Thespian Society’s State competition for the 10th consecutive year in March 2017.
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Mater band wins State Marching Band championship By David L. Snelling The Miami Laker staff Last year, Mater Academy’s marching band was runner-up in the state championships competition. This year, the Mighty Lions marched their way to first place. Mater Academy won the Florida Marching Band Class A State Championships last month at the Tropicana Dome in St. Petersburg. The Mighty Lions were among 19 bands chosen to compete in the semifinals and made the final cut of five bands. Mater Academy’s 70-member band comprised of band brass, percussions and color guards, earned the top championship, beating Northside Christian, Palm Beach Central, Jupiter and Park Vista. MATER ACADEMY’S Marching Mighty Lions band won the Florida Marching Band Class A State Championships in St. Petersburg.
“It was one of the best feelings ever,” said Mater’s band director Jason Cochrac. The top bands were judged in several categories such as individual field music, ensemble music, general effect music, color guards, drum major, percussion and ensemble visual. Cochrac said his band started preparing in June to play in local competitions to get a shot at returning to the state champions. They competed in regular competitions, district, regionals and advanced to the state finals. Cochrac said his band performed in the semifinals and the finals on the same night. “We made it to the finals, performed in an award ceremony, then hopped on the bus and headed to the Tropicana Dome for the finals,” he said. “It was nonstop.”
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BOB GRAHAM EDUCATION CENTER’S Civic Engagement Academy students shared their knowledge about the election process and the importance of voting with the community as Telemundo's television crew filmed their in-class discussion on the electoral college on Friday, November 4. Students were asked to support arguments for their favorite candidate and weigh in on this year's election cycle. Teachers gave advice on how parents may involve children in the election process.
Miami Lakes hosts Winter Break camps in partnerships with YMCA and PEAR Winter break for school children is just around the corner and Miami Lakes, in partnership with PEAR and the YMCA will be offering Winter Break camps starting Tuesday, December 27, to Friday, January 6. Camps will run from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. for children between the ages of 5 and 12 years old. Both organizations also offer afterschool care programs from 2 to 6 p.m. during the school year with transportation available.
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Mother of Our Redeemer launches year-long mission of stewardship Mother of Our Redeemer Catholic School students are continuing their Works of Mercy projects in stewardship, giving of their time, sharing their talents, learning selflessness, and showing God’s love for others. School principal Ana Casariego has incorporated the school year’s theme of “Empowering Each Child Through Excellence and Mercy.” Teachers guide themselves by this theme every day to instill the important lessons of mercy and stewardship within the students. Students have been involved in several “projects of love” so far this school year, and have many more to come. All grade levels participated in a fundraiser for Crohn’s Disease and Colitis in November for Family Fun Day in which they volunteered their time selling refreshments and participated in a school walk. Eighth grade students walked for more awareness in the Step Out for Diabetes 5K Walk in support to find a cure for this wide-
MOTHER OF OUR REDEEMER students participated in a number of projects this year to learn selflessness and empathy. spread disease. They walked side- a young age because it is the youth by-side with many who have who will go forward to do great Diabetes and whose families are things for others throughout their lives and in this world all in the affected by it. The school feels it is their mis- name of God. sion to instill these acts of love at
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The Church of the Epiphany 15650 Miami Lakeway North Telephone: 305-558-3961 www.episcopalmiamilakes.com Sunday Eucharist...................10:30 AM Children’s Sunday School.....10:15 AM Adult Bible Study.......................11 AM Misa en Espanol......................9:00 AM Escuela Dominical................12:15 PM
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 8201 N.W. 186 Street Telephone: 305-829-0049 Spanish service.............................9 AM English service.......................12:30 PM Tuesday (Spanish).........................7 PM Wednesday (English)....................7 PM
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The Redeemed Christian Church of God Victory Parrish Worship Center 16261 N.W. 57 Avenue Telephone: 786-428-0078 Sunday service....................10:00 AM Tuesday & Thursday..............7:00 PM Friday service.......................11:00 PM Cobb Miami Lakes Theatre #11 6711 Main Street 305-818-0565 Sunday service......................10:00 AM Youth service.........................10:00 AM Children services...................10:45 AM (Nursery provided)
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Hialeah M. Lakes Senior High holds assembly to honor Hispanic Heritage
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Hialeah Miami Lakes High School Choir and Jazz Band teamed up to commemorate Hispanic Heritage month in October. The two award winning groups performed songs with a Latin flair for students, faculty and staff in the school’s auditorium. The choir, led by director Shanita Hunt, featured songs such as “Vivir Mi Vida” by Marc Anthony. The Jazz Band took the stage and kept students clapping with their versions of several Latin Jazz favorites like “Mambo Hot” and “Sway.” HML also observed Hispanic Heritage Month with several activities including performances by the drama club for students and a display in the art gallery created by art students following the Latin theme.
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His House Children’s Home gives thanks for its supporters His House Children’s Home, located at 20000 N.W. 47 Ave, expressed its appreciation to its community supporters this holiday season. The center, which currently serves over 200 children, restores the lives of those children from newborn to 17 years old by providing a safe and nurturing environment. “We are thankful for you! Wishing you a season filled with goodness and abundant blessings. From our His House family to yours, Happy Holidays.” For more information on the center and how to help, visit www.hhch.org or call 305-4300085.
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For Sale. The Moors completely remolded villa, 2/2, amazing kitchen, porcelain tile floors, the patio is being up to code, 2-parking spaces in front, plenty of guest parking, 24-hr. gated security, full clubhouse amenities, olympic size pool, exercise classes, kiddie pool and playground. A family community. New roof being replaced in 2016. Call Debbie 305-788-5008.
You are in Paradise. 3 Coconuts. 1 Sugar Apple, 1 Mango. 1 Barbados cherry & 1 Soursop Guanabana tree, overlooking saltwater waterfall pool 3 years new. 3 bedrooms each with balcony, 3 updated baths, 2-story, updated kitchen, granite counters, all new appliances, beautiful wood floors on second floor, HOA $190 mo. No Association approval. Gated security and many amenities. Call Debbie 305-788-5008.
Warehouse for rent. Great location, almost 1,500 sq. ft., concrete floor, A/C, electric, garage door, front office, private entrance. Great for medical suites, computer tech, office supplies, printing company. No working on cars or mechanical equipment. 3 parking spaces. Space on side to store jet skies, boat, trailers, aside from the rental of $1,500 per month.Call Debbie 305-7885008.
For Sale. Four commercial medical dentist offices, 830 sq. ft., 864 sq. ft., 657 sq. ft., and 681 sq. ft., in the heart of Miami Lakes. Own a piece of the pie. Plenty of parking. Multistory building centrally located to I-75 and Palmetto Expressway. Text for appointment. Call Debbie 305-788-5008, 305-603-8435.
For Rent. Very Spacious cluster single family home. 3 bd., 2/5 updated baths, 2,146 s.f., built 1982. 2-car garage. Beautiful wood floors, updated kit. & appls., large family room w/ builtin fireplace, master has spacious walk-in closets w/sitting area. Fenced-in yard, accordion hurricane shutters. $2,250 month, 1st, last & 1 month security, pet deposit, credit check, background check, 2 months employment & bank statements. Call Debbie 305-788-5008.
Cute little single family home at an affordable price. Tiled floors, full kitchen, dining room. Roof only few years new. 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, 1-car garage. Has a closet can be a 3rd bedroom. 24 hr. security. Club house, Olympic size pool and child play area. Walk to school, school bus pick up inside. Close to I-75 and Dade and Broward. Built in 1987 on an oversize lot. Taxes $1,601. Call
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Palm Springs North 2 bd/1ba home, completely remodeled, cute baby room, tile and wood floors, remodeled kitchen, new appliances, central D A/C 5 years, huge screen patio, SOL has footing for addition. Lot is 12,931 sq. ft. with room for a pool. Sprinkler system, rain gutters, on a cul-de-sac, plenty of parking. No assoc. fees. Built solid in 1968. Roof new after Wilma. Taxes $2,635. Call Debbie 305-788-5008.
For rent. 3/2 and 2/2 villa condo & townhouse. All tiled, washer/dryer in unit, patio w/storage rms., full kit. & appliances, 2-parking spaces in front, plenty of guest parking, 24-hr. gated security. 1st, last and 1 month security deposit. Credit report $40 single, $10 for anyone over 18 yrs. The Moors does background check. Fast approval. New roof being installed 2016, Olympic size pool, full facility clubhouse, plus kiddie pool and play area, full exercise equipment and classes. Call Debbie 305-788-5008.
PSN lake and large salt water pool home. Jetski, waterski, or just fish and relax, perfect for BBQ and watching 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.
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Spectacular corner home in the best of Doral, sitting on an oversized lot, featuring 6 bed./4 baths, and family room leading to beautiful terrace with built-in bar fully equipped for entertaining. All ceramic tile downstairs and wood upstairs. Surround sound system, accordion hurricane shutters, built-in pond with fish and mosquito spray system in back yard. State of the art community club. $1,199,000. A10117387.
Rarely available single family home on the golf course in Country Club of Miami. Golf course community, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, with 1-car garage. Sit in your private patiio for direct golf course views which you can see inside the home as well. Master bedroom overlooks the screened-in, extended covered terrace. Low HOA dues paid yearly, just $180 per year. Easy access to Dade and Broward counties. $345,000. A10127257.
Spacious home with an indoor pool in the heart of Palm Springs Lakes/Hialeah. 33,43 sq.ft. of living space and 6909 sq.ft. under air. Everything done w/permits. 5 bds./4 full baths. 4 bds. downstairs incl. master with a Jacuzzi, 2nd master upstairs w/Jacuzzi. 2 cabana bathrooms in the pool and full bar area. Property has 3 AC/s. Room for boats, an RV, 10+ cars. $5000 towards closing costs on full price offer. $448,000. A2190949.
Great home in West Hialeah. This home features a large and updated 3 bedroom/2 bath home, plus 3 legal apartments that have long time tenants. In one of the best areas of Hialeah. $595,000. A10163212.
Gorgeous and elegant custom home in Royal Oaks (Miami Lakes). This home features a large kitchen with pool view, great for entertaining, 2 bedrooms downstairs and 2 bedrooms, including master, is upstairs. Master bathroom recently remodeled with no expense spared. Beautiful pool area. $529,900. A10151501.
Move in condition! One-story home in soughtafter Lake Elizabeth subdivision. Upgraded kitchen with lots of extras. Wine cooler, lazy susan, pull out drawers & appliance garage. Exterior features lush landscaping with Royal and Date palms, accordion shutters, circular driveway with approach and keystone front porch. Tree-lined gated community on secluded street. Excellent school district. $635,000. A10156265.
Beautiful almost new 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths in a single family home with lots of upgrades located inside the gated community of Foxcroft, water view, in Miramar. This home is on a premium lot with lake view, no homes behind it. Kitchen has granite counters, S/S appliances. Spacious master suite with his & her closets. Community has oversize pool and pavilion. $355,800. A10161028.
Gorgeous 3/3 condo unit in the heart of North Miami. Freshly polished marble floors throughout entry, living space and kitchen, wood floors in bedrooms. Freshly painted. Spacious bedrooms, large walk-in closets, Jetted master tub, Italian kitchen w/granite counter tops, S/S appliances, impact resistance sliding glass doors and windows, W/D inside unit. Maint. includes cable, Internet, water, trash, premium insurance, 24 hr. security $299,900. A10041953.
Gorgeous completely remodeled waterfront townhome with deeded dock, steps from the beach, across Collins Ave. Park boat in front of the home. Unobstructive access to the ocean, no fixed bridges. 3/2.5. updated redone chef kitchen, new floors, hurricane impact windows, new paint job throughout. Guarded complex has 4 tennis courts, 2 pools, exercise room and more, a true gem. $698,000. A10105830.
Prestigious bayfront building located in Miami Beach with oceafront view from every room. Two bedrooms, two full baths, one bedroom has been converted to a den, can be easily restored as 2nd bedroom. Open balcony, kitchen w/granite countertops, S/S appliances, maint. incl. A/C, cable, pest control, water, secured lobby, pool, spa, sauna, gym, valet parking. New high impact doors and windows. $349,900. A10146680.
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