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Town’s Health and Fitness Fair Town Council approves preliminary plat for scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 11 completion of the balance of Town Center Miami Lakes Elderly Affairs Committee is hosting the 3rd annual Family Health and Fitness Fair from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, February 11, at Mary Collins Community Center, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue. This year’s fair is sponsored in part by Palmetto General Hospital and the Miami Lakes Chamber of Commerce and will be held in conjunction with “Super Saturday at the Park.” Last year’s event drew over 500 attendees to the completely sold out fair with more than 60 local businesses that educated visitors on preventive healthcare and south health practices. Nicklaus Children’s Hospital, in partnership with local non-profit The Breanna Vergara Foundation, will again provide free EKG screening for children, and Palmetto General Hospital will be providing free blood pres-

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sure and glucose screenings. “Super Saturday at the Park” features a Community Bike Ride sponsored by the Town’s Neighborhood Improvement Committee with registration at 7:30 a.m. prior to the 5-mile famliy-friendly bike ride loop that starts at 8 a.m. The weekly Farmer’s Market runs from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Other activities include Yoga in the Park from 9 to 10 a.m. offered in partnership with local business 305 Yoga, Boot Camp from 10 to 11 a.m. offered in partnership with Fit Like Me Miami, a Mommy & Me Programs demo from 10:30 to 11 a.m. offered in partnership with PEAR Programs, and a Music & Video Production demo from 11 to 11:30 a.m. offered in partnership with the Developing Dreams Foundation. For more information, visit www.miamilakes-fl.gov/fitfair.

The Miami Laker staff At the January 17 regular meeting, Council members approved The Graham Companies’ preliminary plat application, consistent with the approved site plan for the completion of Town Center and consistent with the Town Center Zoning District unanimously adopted by the Council on September 1, 2015. The project includes ground floor retail on Main Street with six floors of residential above, another five story residential building, nineteen three-story townhouses and an office building on approxi-

mately 18.65 acres. Significant additional parking will be provided with two structured parking facilities as well as 72 on-street parking spaces incorporated into the plan. The Town Center development has been a goal of the Town’s strategic plans for more than a decade. Councilmember Luis Collazo cast the only no vote on the item. Lawmakers rejected a second application to construct a 120-unit residential project located on a 2.57 acre parcel located at 15800 N.W. 77 Court citing compatibility

and traffic issues. The applicant’s position was that the proposed development was consistent with the Town’s adopted land use code. The plan was rejected even after town staff recommended approval, the developer agreed to pay a mobility fee of $138,149, and displayed building plans to include pedestrian and bicycle improvements of the right-of-way consistent with Miami Lakes’ greenway and trails master plan. Council members wanted to table the item to give the developer time to offer a watered down

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Bob Graham civic students lobby Florida legislators at state capitol

BOB GRAHAM EDUCATION CENTER’S Civic Engagement Academy Policy Making Committee traveled to the state’s Capitol in Tallahassee, where the students presented their Sudden Cardiac Arrest Prevention Act proposal in hopes of lobbying lawmakers to enact a law to raise awareness of the risks of SCA due to undetected heart conditions. The group’s project was inspired by the sudden death of 11-year-old Breanna Vergara, who died after she collapsed during dance practice in 2014. She had Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome, which can be detected by an EKG and cured. The students met with Senator Rene Garcia, State Representative Manny Diaz Jr., and other state lawmakers, along with Miami Lakes Councilmember Frank Mingo in their effort to help stop sudden cardiac arrest.

n Beacon Council’s crowdfunding workshop scheduled at Town Hall on February 23........2

n Main Street Players present Real Women Have Curves running February 3 to 26...............4

n Kislak Foundation adds its collections to University of Miami and M-D College...........8

n Bob Graham Education Center team places first in “We the People” competition.........20

n Miami Lakes Chamber hosts Mayor Manny Cid as luncheon speaker Feb. 8.......3

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

n Cuevas brothers open eye center in same location where they interned........................11

n Community Calendar, 13, School, sports and church news, 16-24, Classified ads.........25-27

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Crowdfunding workshop set for Town Hall on February 23 Miami Lakes Economic Development Committee will host a Crowdfunding panel workshop on Thursday, February 23, in Town Hall Chambers, 6601 Main Street. Networking and registration will take place from 8:30 to 9 a.m., and the workshop thereafter. Co-sponsored by the MiamiDade Beacon Council, the Small Business Administration, and MICROscholarships, Inc., the workshop will be moderated by Sheri Colas-Gervais of the Beacon Council. In 2015, it was estimated that worldwide over $34 billion was raised through crowdfunding. Crowdfunding (or crowdsourcing) is the practice of funding a project or venture by raising monetary contributions from a large number of people. Crowdfunding makes use of the easy accessibility of vast net-

works of people through social media and crowdfunding websites to bring investors and entrepreneurs together. The workshop will educate participants about the federal and state regulations behind the market’s functionality. In addition to crowdfunding, the panel will discuss other forms of investment such as accredited investor, and the importance of a business plan and its role in obtaining investment. Workshop panelists will include Senen Garcia of the SG Law Group; Raju Mohandas, founder of BridgePoint Financial Group; Orlando Espinosa, cofounder of MICROscholarships, Inc., and Eminio Media. Space is limited and registration is required by contacting Nicole Singletary at singletaryn@miamilakes-fl.gov.

Summary of other actions taken at Town Council meeting of January 17 (Continued from Page 1) version of the plan to appease residents, but the applicant’s attorney rejected the deferral request by Vice Mayor Tony Lama. In casting the only favorable vote on the project, Councilmember Frank Mingo said, “By our town standards, they have a legal right to build. I don’t want the Town to go through another legal battle that we most likely will lose.” In other town council news: • Lawmakers deferred an ordinance to place a six-month moratorium on establishing marijuana dispensing organizations and medical marijuana treatment centers within the town, in order to consider and weigh changes to the town’s land development Code needed to suitably register and accommodate these centers within Town boundaries. In November, Florida residents approved a ballot measure for medical marijuana to expand the medicine to people suffering from cancer, HIV, and Parkinson’s disease. • Council members deferred an ordinance to place a six-month moratorium on the approval of permits to install telecommunication towers and equipment in the Town’s public rights-of-way. The abeyance gives Town officials a chance to weigh the changes to the land development code needed to suitably accommodate the structures within the town’s boundaries, while complying with new state and federal laws allowing

cellphone towers. • Council members approved a resolution to name the Town’s dog park K-9 Cove, which is located at 14048 Palmetto Frontage Road. • Council members approved a resolution authorizing the Town Manager to pursue funding for Legislative priorities for 20172018. The Town is seeking a total of $3.9 million for capital improvement projects such as $1 million for canal bank stabilization project, $65,000 for the West Lakes Drainage Improvements, $328,600 for the Lake Sarah/Lake Hilda Drainage improvements, $1 million for the 59th Avenue Extension project and $1 million for the N.W. 87th Avenue ramp to State Road 924 extension west to the Homestead of the Florida’s Turnpike Project. • Lawmakers awarded a contract to Metro Express Inc. in the amount of $91,300 for Hutchinson Road Drainage improvements. • Council members approved Mayor Manny Cid’s recommendation to allow homeowners’ pending cases that were not resolved during the Lien Amnesty program to go to the Hearing Master for reevaluation, where extraordinary circumstances did occur, but in no event the maximum reduction will be not less than 70 percent of the current lien amount. • Council members approved Cid’s proposal that 100 percent of the impact fees from the proposed American Dream Mall project stay

in Northwest Miami-Dade County to alleviate traffic flow and public services. Later, at a special meeting, council members approved a resolution to ask the county to keep the impact fees in the area. Last week, Cid went before the Miami-Dade County Commission to relay the town’s position of the proposed developments west of I75. “We are requesting that 100 percent of the impact fees stay in Northwest Miami-Dade County to mitigate any potential impact, and that the Town receive a percentage of recurring annual revenue derived from the development to pay for our Strategic Transportation Initiatives/Mobility plan,” Cid said. The Commission approved the transmittal of the $3 billion American Dream Miami project to the State for further review. The project will be back before County Commissioners for final approval in March or April. • Council members approved Lama’s proposal to plant a tree in honor of the late Penny Lambeth, a longtime resident, preservationist and public relations executive. Lambeth was also a board member of the Neat Streets Miami/ Community Image Advisory Board. Lama said the county would like to partner with Miami Lakes to memorialize her contributions to both entities. She was 74.

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Miami Lakes Bar Association holds 2017 installation at Shula’s Steakhouse The Miami Lakes Bar Association hosted its 2017 Installation Celebration on Friday, January 20, at Shula's Steakhouse. Over 100 attorneys, judges, and business people attended the event, which was sponsored by 22 local businesses and law firms. Miami Dade County Public Defender Carlos Martinez administered the oath of office to the 2017 MLBA Board, which will now be led by Lorenzo Cobiella. Cobiella has a law practice in Miami Lakes and is also of counsel to Gastesi & Associates, where

he assists with representation of the Town of Miami Lakes as the assistant Town Attorney. During his term as President, Cobiella intends to expand the membership and reach of the Miami Lakes Bar Association, provide additional continuing education opportunities for local attorneys, and host more networking events for members of the bar and the local business community to come together. This will be Cobiella's second time serving as the Association's president. He succeeds Haydee

Sera, who completed her second term as president of the MLBA. At the Installation, Miami Lakes Mayor Manny Cid and members of the Town Council presented Haydee Sera, who served as the assistant Town Attorney from 2013 to 2016 while working at Gastesi & Associates, with a proclamation naming January 20, 2017 Haydee Sera Day. For more information about the Miami Lakes Bar Association, visit www.miamilakesbarassociation.org.

ATTORNEYS, JUDGES and business people are pictured at the 2017 MLBA Installation. The event included attendees (from left) Councilman Frank Mingo, Mayor Manny Cid, former president of the MLBA Haydee Sera, and (kneeling) new MLBA president Lorenzo Cobiella.

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M.L. Chamber hosts Mayor Manny Cid as guest speaker for luncheon on February 8 Miami Lakes Chamber of Commerce will welcome Miami Lakes Mayor Manny Cid as its guest speaker during the February 8 general membership luncheon meeting at Shula’s Steak House, 7601 Miami Lakes Drive. Cid will be speaking on the topic of “The Role of Municipalities in Our Local Economy.” This will be followed by a question and answer session with the Mayor and Council-members. “I look forward to speaking to our business community and participating in a lively Q & A session with my colleagues,” Cid said. “My goal as Mayor is to help create an environment where businesses can thrive in our beautiful town.” Cid is a 24-year resident of Miami Lakes. He is an associate at Horizon Properties of Miami, Inc., and vice-president of Always At Your Side Adult Day Care, Inc. He served Miami Lakes residents as the Senior Legislative Aide to two State Representatives, and served on the Town’s Youth Activities Task Force and Economic Development Committee. Cid is a co-founder and former president of the Hialeah-Miami Lakes Republican Club and currently serves as a youth baseball coach at Miami Lakes Optimist Park. He and his wife Melissa reside and are raising their two

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Town officials, residents establish objectives for 2026 Strategic Plan To its residents, Miami Lakes is widely recognized as a welcoming community with “extraordinary beauty” where state of the art planning concepts create vibrant hubs that are safe and friendly to all people. And that’s the town’s vision for the next nine years, as town officials and residents established their goals and objectives for Miami Lakes’ Strategic Plan during a workshop last month at Miami Lakes Town Hall. Town Manager Alex Rey and his staff gave a presentation on the initiatives, programs and funding the town needs to make the Strategic Plan a success by 2026. The initial steps in accomplishing the town’s goals in nine years include achieving universal environmental sustainability in public and private environments; operations and infrastructure; achieving better communication, transparency and public participation on town-wide issues; and achieving national recognition as a model town for creativity, education, innovation and use of technology. Town staff outlined the initiatives, programs and funding to further make Miami Lakes the best community to live, work and play in South Florida. Creating and maintaining a

public-private partnership to market the town is part of Strategic Plan, costing around $50,000, which was approved by council members earlier last year. Miami Lakes wants to provide better safe routes to area schools, especially along Miami Lakeway South, by implementing the Greenways and Trails Master Plan. The project is estimated at $550,000 and the designs are almost complete. The only achilles heel for Miami Lakes is traffic congestion. Town officials are seeking to improve mobility including allowing left turns from southbound on Montrose Road to eastbound Oak Lane. The town is also targeting other locations for traffic gridlock by conducting studies to come up with solutions to be reviewed by the county for approval. Miami Lakes also wants to add a traffic light at the intersection of N.W. 79 Court and 154 Street to ease gridlock, and improve traffic flow from the east to west direction with an adaptive signalization along 154 Street between N.W. 82 Avenue and Palmetto Expressway. The cost estimate for the latter project is $360,000. For beautification, Miami Lakes is seeking to upgrade its

Beautification Master Plan with gateway improvements near N.W. 154 Street and 77 Court ($200,000); at N.W. 67 Avenue and 138 Street ($200,000); and at N.W. 87 Avenue and 138 Street ($100,000). The West Lakes Reforestation program is also part of the town’s Strategic Plan, as the park’s beautification project is estimated to cost $500,000. About $100,000 was allocated this year to initiate the program which includes removing and replacing canopies in Miami Lakes. The Miami Lakes Optimist Park is slated for a major beautification makeover, as the town is planning to spend $2.5 million on the park’s master plan, and develop the bridge park between Miami Lakes and Hialeah. Also as part of the Strategic Plan, the Town is implementing a Complete Streets at Town Center program to improve transit and pedestrian mobility. The town has already been granted a $50,000 award by the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) for the program. In addition, the town is seeking to replace and upgrade lighting infrastructure in one year for a cost of $360,000.

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News and Notes from the Town of Miami Lakes Town welcomes opening of Orthopaedic Center of S. Fla. Members of the Miami Lakes Town Council and Economic Development Committee attended the opening ceremony of Orthopaedic Center of South Florida’s new Miami Lakes location, 7975 N.W. 154 Street, on January 18. Orthopaedic Center of South Florida has offices located throughout the region. The new Miami Lakes office is approximately 2,500 square feet and employs 150 people. Their ortho-

pedic surgeons are Board Certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgeons and are current on the most modern surgical techniques in orthopedic surgery, providing a full range of services include several specialties within the practice: Spinal Surgery, Hand & Microvascular Surgery, Sports Medicine, Foot and Ankle Surgery, Physical Therapy, Hand Rehabilitation & Occupational Therapy, MRI, and Digital X-Ray.

TOWN OFFICIALS joined by Economic Development Committee and Miami Lakes Chamber of Commerce members joined in the official ribbon cutting for Orthopaedic Center of South Florida’s new Miami Lakes facility.

Lock It or Lose It campaign’s success results in 20 percent reduction in vehicle burglaries In May 2016, Councilmember Ceasar Mestre, in partnership with the Town’s Public Safety Committee and Police Department, spearheaded the “Lock It or Lose It” awareness campaign aimed at encouraging community residents to lock their vehicles and remove any valuables. Miami Lakes Police enacted a variety of investigative and proactive efforts. Additionally, informational flyers on how to prevent these crimes were disseminated by Town police officers during calls for service, business contacts, and homeowner associations’ presentations. As a result, the Town and its Police Department are proud to

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report a 20 percent reduction in vehicle burglaries in 2016. Removing valuables from cars and locking doors may seem simple enough, but many residents simply forget or get sidetracked due to the stress of daily life. 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, garage doors, windows and vehicles. See something or someone suspicious? Report incidents at any time to the Town of Miami Lakes Police non-emergency line at 305476-5423; for emergencies, always dial 911.

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News and Notes from the Town of Miami Lakes Lt. Gov. Carlos Lopez-Cantera visits Miami Lakes to discuss town’s legislative priorities Last week, Florida’s Lt. Governor Carlos Lopez-Cantera paid a visit to Miami Lakes, where he met with town officials and residents to discuss the town’s legislative priorities. His visit included a tour of observing infrastructure projects and ongoing projects in the 6.5square-mile town. “I am proud and honored to be invited to visit Miami Lakes and I look forward to getting back here soon,” Lopez-Cantera said. “I’m grateful to council members for their hard work and passion toward their residents to make sure they have a better quality of

life everyday.” The town is pursuing state funding for Legislative priorities for 2017-2018, seeking a total of $3.9 million for capital improvement projects such as $1 million for the canal bank stabilization project, $65,000 for the West Lakes Drainage Improvements, $328,6000 for the Lake Sarah/ Lake Hilda Drainage improvements, $1 million for the 59th Avenue Extension project and $1 million for the N.W. 87th Avenue ramp to State Road 924 extension west to the Homestead of the Florida’s Turnpike Project.

Miami Lakes teens invited to enjoy February activities at ‘The Spot’ Miami Lakes Youth Center “The Spot,” will host several fun and exciting programs for middle and high schools students from 6 to 8 p.m. during February at 6075 Miami Lakes Drive. Wednesday, February 1 is Music Day. February 1st is known as “The Day the Music Died.” Teens can hang and listen to music of the greats that are no longer with us like Michael Jackson,

Prince, Bob Marley and John Lennon, while singing karaoke, playing trivia, name that tune and other fun games. Wednesday, February 8 is Open Hang Night at the Youth Center which is fully equipped with a billiard table, table tennis, indoor basketball shootout game, Microsoft Xbox One Console, and more. Bring friends for a night of fun and games.

Friday, February 17 - An Act of Kindness from 6 to 8 p.m. February 17th is the National Random Acts of Kindness Day. Create some acts of kindness during the day and then come share the stories at “The Spot.” For event details and more information, visit www.miamilakes-fl.gov/thespot, or call 305819-7768.

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:

Youth Activities Task Force Meeting Wednesday, February 1, 7:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Cultural Affairs Committee Meeting Thursday, February 2, 7:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Town Council Regular Meeting Tuesday, February 7, 6:30 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla.

FLORIDA LT. GOV. CARLOS LOPEZ-CANTERA (center) is joined by Mayor Manny Cid (left), and Councilmember Luis Collazo during a recent visit to Miami Lakes.

Elderly Affairs Committee hosts Elder Law Forum Feb. 25 Miami Lakes Elderly Affairs Committee will host an Elder Law Community Forum from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, February 25 at Mary Collins Community Center, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue. A panel of attorneys and experts in the areas of estate planning, foreclosure, credit fraud, and personal injury will discuss these and other legal topics affecting

seniors. The program will consist of two panel conversations, followed by a question and answer session. Lunch will be provided. For additional information, contact Community Engagement and Outreach manager Clarisell De Cardenas at decardenasc@ miamilakes-fl.gov, or 305-3646100.

Town continues Senior Games with Canasta tournament on Feb. 17 at Collins Com. Center Miami Lakes Elderly Affairs Committee continues its 11th annual Senior Games Series with a Canasta Tournament at noon on Friday, February 17, at Mary Collins Community Center, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue. Future games include: Track and Field events on April 1 (registration required); Bridge

Tournament on June 5, and a Basketball Game on August 26. Senior Games participants receive a snazzy t-shirt and medals are awarded to winners in each age division for the male and female groups. Check back for future game times and locations by visiting www.miamilakes-fl.gov.eac.

Elderly Affairs Committee Meeting Wednesday, February 8, 8:30 AM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Education Advisory Board Meeting Thursday, February 9, 6:30 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Veterans Committee Meeting Thursday, February 16, 6:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Neighborhood Improvement Committee Meeting Thursday, February 16, 7:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Economic Development Committee Meeting Tuesday, February 21, 5:30 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Public Safety Committee Meeting Tuesday, February 28, 6:30 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. In accordance with the provisions of F. S. Section 286.0105, should any person seek to appeal any decision made by the Council with respect to any matter considered at these meetings, such person will need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made; which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, persons needing special accommodation to participate in the proceedings should call Town Hall at (305) 364-6100, no later than (2) days prior to the proceeding for assistance. Please be advised that two or more Councilmembers may be in attendance at the above events/meetings. This Notice dated January 27, 2017 at Miami Lakes, Fl. Gina Inguanzo, Town Clerk

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Kislak collections added to UM and M-D College The internationally significant Jay I. Kislak Foundation collection will now have two permanent homes in South Florida – in the Special Collections Division of the University of Miami’s Otto G.

Richter Library in Coral Gables, and at Miami Dade College’s Freedom Tower in downtown Miami. Assembled over the course of many decades, the Kislak collec-

Black History Month tribute features Florida Memorial Chorale on Saturday, Feb. 25 Miami Lakes Cultural Affairs Committee will be celebrating Black History Month with the Florida Memorial Ambassador Chorale on 8 p.m. on Saturday, February 25, at Miami Lakes United Methodist Church, 14800 Ludlam Road (N.W. 67 Avenue). Florida Memorial’s history and traditions reach back to 1879; their accomplishments have made them the only historically black university in southern Florida.

The Ambassador Chorale is led by director Melvin White who also serves as the interim chairperson for the Departments of Visual and Performing Arts, and director of Vocal Studies for the University. For more information, visit www.miamilakes-fl.gov/cac, or contact Clarisell De Cardenas at decardenasc@miamilakes-fl.gov or 305-364-6100.

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tion includes some of the most important original source materials related to the history of the early Americas, such as two of the earliest published editions of the famous 1493 letter of Christopher Columbus. The Jay I. Kislak Foundation, University of Miami (UM) and Miami Dade College (MDC) jointly announced the landmark donation of rare books, maps, manuscripts and other historic materials. In UM and MDC, Kislak identified two local partners with the ability and desire to create similarly extensive educational and cultural programming in South Florida. The partnership will encompass exhibitions, research, education and public outreach, all designed to serve MDC and UM students and faculty, residents of the local community, and a global scholarly network engaged in the study of Florida, early American history, and the cultures of the Caribbean and Latin America. “I think this is an ideal partnership,” said Kislak. “We have the opportunity to combine the special resources of each institution and create exhibitions and programs that will be enjoyed by MiamiDade residents and the millions of people who visit here from all over the world.” The Kislak gift, representing a combined valuation of approximately $30 million, includes more than 2,300 rare books, maps, manuscripts, pre-Columbian artifacts and other historic materials.

PICTURED at the donation of the Jay I. Kislak Foundation collection to the University of Miami and Miami Dade College are (from left) UM president Dr. Julio Frenk, Jay I. Kislak, Jean Kislak, MDC president Dr. Eduardo J. Padron, and Senator Bob Graham and his wife Adele.

M-Dade Parks present Mega Pet Adoption event on Feb. 4 Miami-Dade County Commission Chairman Esteban Bovo Jr., and Miami-Dade Parks present the Mega Pet Adoption event, which is scheduled at 10 a.m., Saturday, February 4, at Amelia Earhart Park’s Bill Graham Farm Village, 401 E. 65 Street in Hialeah. Lovable pets from Miami-Dade Animal Services will be available for adoption. The event also includes music,

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Registration opens for 2017 Children’s Theatre workshops Registration is now open for both sessions of the Main Street Players’ Childrens Theatre Workshop located at the Playhouse at 6766 Main Street. This year, two sessions will be held both for children from 7 to 12 years of age. Session One for children from 7 to 11 years of age will begin on Monday, June 12 and runs through Friday, June 23. Session Two for children from 12 to 16 years old will begin on Monday, July 24 and runs through Friday, August 4. The camp will be taught by Jeannette Martos-Galup where the students will develop their performance skills, learn the value of working as an ensemble and will, most importantly, have fun. Daily classes and rehearsals will be filled with movement, acting and exploration through the imagination as the students come together to perform a spectacular final performance for their families on the final Friday of each session. Classes run daily from 9 a.m. to

4 p.m. and will be limited to 16 students. The cost for each session is $450 per student with a 10 percent discount available to returning students from the 2016 Workshop who register before the registration deadlines which are April 1 and May 1 for Sessions One and Two respectively. To register, download and fill out the form found at www.mainstreetplayers.com/childrens-theater/. Submit the form with a $100 deposit by mail or in person at: Childrens Theatre Workshop 2016, Main Street Players, 6766 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Florida 33014. Checks are accepted and should be made out to Main Street Players. Final payments are due on the first day of camp. Last year’s camp was very popular and filled very quickly. All applicants are urged to register early. For more information contact Camp Coordinator, Dennis Lyzniak, at 786-395-7296 or visit www.mainstreetplayers.com.

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Fitch upgrades town to ‘AA+’ rating Town of Miami Lakes was recently upgraded from an “AA” rating to “AA+” rating for special obligation bonds after the biannual independent review on the Town’s fiscal and budgeting practices by Fitch Ratings. Fitch is one of three nationally recognized statistical rating organizations (NRSRO) designated by the U.S. Securities and Exchange

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bonds. Fitch Ratings’ long-term credit ratings are assigned on an alphabetic scale from “AAA” to “D”. The upgraded rating is an endorsement of the Town’s fiscal management policies and operations in a coordinated effort between the Town Council and staff.

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Cuevas brothers open eye center where they interned By R.A. Romero The Miami Laker staff The corner eye center at 7840 Fairway Drive, Suite 105, has been a Miami Lakes staple for decades. The latest owners of the center are Dr. Jesus and Dr. Jose Cuevas, identical twin brothers that interned at this same location over

a decade ago. Jesus and Jose have gone through life together. While in school, both decided to follow in their father’s footsteps and become optometrists. Both took up DJ’ing as a hobby while attending college at the University of Florida and then the Pennsylvania College of

Youth Council invites teens to Community Service project Miami Lakes Youth Center Council is inviting Miami Lakes teens to participate in the Feeding South Florida community service project on Saturday, February 25. Volunteers will meet at the Youth Center, 6075 Miami Lakes Drive, at 12:30 p.m. The Town Moover will transport volunteers to Feeding South Florida until 4:30 p.m. Lunch will be provided. Feeding America is the nation’s leading domestic hunger-relief organization, comprised of 200 food banks throughout the United States. Feeding South Florida is

the sole Feeding American food bank serving Palm Beach, Broward, Miami-Dade and Monroe counties. Feeding South Florida is also the leading domestic hunger-relief organization in South Florida, service 25 percent of Florida’s food insecure population. The project offers a great chance of earning community service hours. To sign up, or for more information, contact Chris Hove at thespot@miamilakesfl.gov, or call 305-819-7768.

Veterans Committee plans Flag Retirements on Feb. 11 Miami Lakes Veterans Committee will hold the annual Flag Retirement Ceremony at 6 p.m. on Saturday, February 11, at the site of the Veteran’s Memorial in front of Town Hall, 6601 Main Street. Residents are encouraged to bring flags that are in poor condition to Town Hall by 5 p.m. on

Wednesday, February 1 so they can be properly retired. For more information on the Veterans Committee, visit www. miamilakes-fl.gov/vc or contact Clarisell De Cardenas at decardenasc@miamilakes-fl.gov or 305364-6100.

Optometry, and they met their wives at the same time at an optometry conference. They also live down the street from one another. “Patients sometimes confuse us for one another,” said Jesus. “They’ll continue a conversation they had started the day before with my brother.” The eye center offers comprehensive vision and eye exams, emergency eye care, designer eyewear, contact lens services and lasik consultation and management. Jesus and Jose are Board Certified Optometric Physicians. The Cuevas brothers have been practicing full-scope optometry since 2005 and have owned the Miami Lakes center for a handful of years. The brothers co-own Cuevas Eye Center, and each co-own a separate eye center with their wives. Taking over the Cypress Village Shopping Center location was a longtime goal for the brothers who had appreciated and enjoyed their days interning at the center. They are still recognized by patients that have been visiting the eye center for decades. Despite living in Broward, Jesus and Jose cite the unique and family atmosphere of Miami Lakes that cemented their desire to own a business in the town. The office has gone through major renovations over the years and the brothers, along with the rest of the owners in the building, are looking forward to updating the exterior of the building to match the work done by The

DR. JOSE CUEVAS Graham Companies in the rest of the shopping center. The eye center is open Monday through Saturday. Hours are Mondays and Wednesdays, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.;

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Miami-Dade Fire Rescue Department plans annual Medal Day on Feb. 4 Miami-Dade Fire Rescue is honoring its brave men and women during the annual Medal Day, scheduled for 10 a.m., Saturday, February 4, at the MDFR Training Center, 9300 N.W. 41 Street, in Doral. MDFR is recognizing recipients of the Employee Valor and Excellence Awards.

More than 100 firefighters will be recognized in seven different categories, with the highest being the Gold Medal of Valor, which is awarded to sworn personnel for performing in the presence of personal danger and going beyond the call of duty. For more information, call 786331-5000.

Lakes resident Esteban Guio wins Hispanic Heritage Foundation award Esteban Guio, an alumnae of Miami Lakes K-8 Center, and Eagle Scout candidate from Troop 660 was a recipient of the Hispanic Heritage Foundation Award in a ceremony held in early December at the University of Miami. Guio, a senior in Belen Jesuit Preparatory School was the recipient of the Silver Youth Award in engineering. In 2016, the founda-

tion honored 21 Latin high schools’ rising seniors in the Greater Miami area who have excelled in the classroom and community in eight categories. The awardees received a grant for meeting criteria in those categories. Guio was recognized for his merits in education, community service, engagement in the peerto-peer tutoring program MAGIS, leadership as president of the

Science Honor Society in his school, a 5.14 GPA and his commitment in many extra-curricular activities focused on biotechnology and innovation. Established by the White House in 1987, The Hispanic Heritage Foundation has as a mission to inspire, prepare and position Latino leaders in the classroom, community and workforce to meet America’s priorities.

ESTEBAN GUIO, center, is pictured along with other awardees at a ceremony held by the Hispanic Heritage Foundation at UM in December.

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Miami Lakes Branch Library sets adult/youth programs for February Miami Lakes Branch Library announced the following programs that are available for the public during February: For Children and Families: STEM Saturdays – Enjoy an interactive lesson and hands on activities with FIU undergraduate and medical students. Participants can learn about electricity and make their very own functional circuit using fruits and vegetables. Got questions? Contact stemsaturday@gmail.com. Scheduled at 10 a.m. on Saturday, February 4. Talk, Read, Sing Toddler Storytime – Stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. Space is limited. Contact branch to register. Scheduled at 11 a.m. on Thursdays, February 2, 9, 16 and 23. Paws To Read – This reading program aims to improve the literacy skills of children through the assistance of therapy dogs who serve as literacy mentors. Participants may bring a book or choose one from the library collection at 11 a.m. on Saturday, February 11. 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, February 15. Library Lego Club – Join for monthly Lego builds at 11 a.m. on Saturday, February 18. Read the Book, Watch the Movie – Enjoy book-based films

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that are sure to delight. Contact the Branch for this month’s title. Presented by the Town of Miami Lakes Education Advisory Board at 11 a.m. on Saturday, February 25. For Teens: Teen Club Movie Night – For ages 12-18 years old at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, February 7. Presented by the Town of Miami Lakes Education Advisory Board. Teen Club Presents AntiValentine’s Day Cards – Not a fan of Valentine’s Day? Fuel your creativity and craft the ultimate anti-Valentine’s Day card using paper circuits. All materials will be provided. Space is limited. For ages 12-19 years old at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, February 14. Contact the Branch to register. Presented by the Town of Miami Lakes Education Advisory Board. Teen Club – Teens meet to play video games, watch anime, draw or discuss books at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, February 28. For Adults: Meditation Classes – Join the class for meditation derived from Raja Yoga, a discipline that helps develop inner calm, clear thinking and personal well-being, at 11 a.m. on Fridays, February 3, 10, 17 and 24.

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Youth Activites T.F. February 1 Cultural Affairs Com. February 2 Town Council Meeting February 7 Elderly Affairs Com. February 8 Education Advisory Bd. February 9 Veterans Committee February 16 Neighborhood Improvement Committee February 16 Economic Devel. Com. Februar 21 Public Safety Committee February 28

7:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center 7:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center 6:30 pm M.L. Govt. Center 8:30 am M.L. Govt. Center 6:30 pm M.L. Govt. Center 6:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center 7:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center 5:30 pm M.L. Govt. Center 6:30 pm M.L. Govt. Center

(The following classes are free and open to the public) 7:45 am MCCC Yoga (for adults) M/T/W/Th Tai Chi M/T/W/Th 9:00 am MCCC M/T/W/Th 9:00 & 11:15 am MCCC Computers Arts & Crafts Mon. Noon MCCC Painting 1 Friday 9:00 am MCCC Painting 2 Friday 12:30 pm 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 Ballet M/W 4:30 pm MCCC Martial Arts M/T/W/Th 4:30 pm MCCC Spanish (Beginners) T/Th 6:00 pm MCCC Spanish (Intermediate) M/W 6:00 pm MCCC

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St. Thomas baseball team is ranked 4th in preseason NAUA poll at start of season St. Thomas University’s baseball team is ranked 4th in the NAUA Top 25 Preseason Poll entering the 2017 season. The Bobcats are one of four Sun Conference teams ranked in the Perfect Game poll, joining topranked Keiser, No. 19 USCB and No. 21 Southeastern. Altogether, St. Thomas will play five Top 25 ranked teams in the Perfect Game poll this season: No. 1 Keiser, No. 7 Tennessee

Wesleyan, No. 10 Faulkner, No. 19 USCB and No. 21 Southeastern. The Bobcats will play Tennessee Wesleyan and Faulkner, in back-to-back games on February 4 and 11, in Montgomery, Alabama, as part of the NAIA Southeastern Challenge. The Bobcats will go head-tohead with Keiser on February 17 at home for a weekend series.

Dade Christian’s Sierra volleyball club wins New Year’s tournament Dade Christian’s 16-and-under Sierra volleyball club took home the first place trophy at the SOFLO New Year’s Invitation Tournament at South Plantation High School on January 15. The girls competed in a pool of

eight local volleyball academy and club teams and pulled off stunning wins against all of their competitors on their way to the championship. Athalia Allen led the team with six kills and five aces, while

Gabriella Gonzalez had nine aces and Juliette Santi added 10 assists, as Dade Christian defeated SOFLO Volleyball Academy in straight sets, 25-22, 25-17, to win the championship.

DADE CHRISTIAN’S Sierra Volleyball Club players include (from left) Athalia Allen, Gabrielle Russell, Nivek Correa, Juliette Santi, Sophia Garcia, Elizabeth Villar, Gabriella Gonzalez, assistant coach Lily A. Sierra, and head coach Chariti S. Sierra.

Barbara Goleman plans baseball fundraiser Barbara Goleman High boys’ baseball team, in conjunction with the Miami Marlins, will be hosting a fundraiser, which is set for 11 a.m., Saturday, February 4, at the school’s baseball field located at

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Mater Academy football players participate in Tru Sports All-Star game

MATER ACADEMY players participated in the 8th annual Tru Sports Foundation Public versus Private All-Star football game at McArthur High School, where the public school players defeated the private school players, 27-23. The All-Star game gives seniors an opportunity to showcase their talent among their peers, and obtain one last look by coaches and recruiters, representing colleges and universities across the county. Despite the loss, Mater Academy linebacker Nez Decosta (No. 7) was named Defensive MVP of the game.

Miami Lakesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; youth archery and golf programs begin in February Miami Lakes parents are reminded itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time to register their children for the Townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s youth archery and golf programs. Hook a Kid on Golf: A six-week program introduced by the National Alliance for Youth Sports that aims at introducing the basics of golf, while teaching the etiquette of the game to children between the ages of 7-12 years

old. Takes place every Wednesday starting in February from 4 to 5 p.m. at Shulaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Golf Club. Archery: The program is available for children 7 to 15 years old. Classes are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4 to 5 p.m., followed by archery for adults, 16 years and older, from 5 to 6 p.m. at Optimist Park.

Equipment is provided for both programs and a $20 registration fee is required. Registration is available on a first-come, firstserved basis. Register by visiting www.miamilakes-fl.gov/parkres. For more information, contact programs coordinator Kristina Labossiere via email at labossierek@miamilakes-fl.gov, or 305-698-9308.

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Local student-athletes are named to Miami Herald fall sports All-Dade teams A group of local student-athletes were honored for their stellar performances this season, as they were named to The Miami Herald All-Dade teams in football, volleyball, golf, and cross country. The 8A-6A First Team offense includes Mater Academy senior running back Daniel Doriscar, who rushed for 1,049 yard on 151 carries and scored 17 touchdowns. Third team defense included Mater Academy linebacker Lioâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;undre Gallimore. Honorable mentions included Goleman players Jose Valdivia, John Correa, John Wright and James Gonzalez, and Mater Academy players Rayne TanegaDoster, Tyler Milord, Jarell Knight, Travon Roberts and Lentivane Lisane. For 5A and Independent, First Team defense honors included Pace senior linebacker Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Andre Ragin, who recorded 103 tackles, two interceptions returned for touchdowns, and Pace junior defensive back Divvad Wilson, who registered five interceptions and 80 tackles. Second Team offense included Pace senior offensive lineman Rey Dorta, and Third Team offense included Pace sophomore offensive lineman Bryner Joseph, and Third Team defense included Pace sophomore defensive lineman Kamryn Giles. Honorable mentions included Pace players Matias Rodriguez

and Stefon Francis. For swimming and diving, boysâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; first team included Mater Academy senior Julio Horrego, who was state runner-up in Class 3A with a time of 56.31 in the 100 breast stroke. Honorable mentions included Mater Academy swimmers and divers Vanessa Mesa, Liz Traviesio, Melanie Jimenes and Ana Kondratovitch, Mater Lakesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Gabriela Fernandez and Pamela Garcia and Hialeah Miami Lakesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Jocelyn Ruiz. For girlsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; volleyball in Class 9A-7A, honorable mentions included Hialeah Miami Lakes players Noelys Martinez, Aileen Martinez, Juliette Camejo, Rosaline Gutierrez, Roise Gutierrez and Syann Mark. For boysâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; golf, an honorable mention went to American player Gustavo Hernandez, and for the girls, honorable mentions included American players Kelcie Jackson, Kayla Humes, Tyra Robinson and Chelsea Clare. For Cross Country, girlsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; First Team included Mater Academy freshmen Valerie Lastra, who finished state runner-up with a time of 18:00, and Mater Academy eight grader Jinah Mickens-Malik, who finished ninth in at state with a time of 18:40. Lastra won the regional and district championships.

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Cubs’ Al Almora presents team jersey to Barack Obama

CHICAGO CUBS star and Mater Academy alumni Albert Almora presented former President Barrack Obama with a honorary team Jersey at the White House. The President honored the 2016 World Series Champions days before he was set to leave office following two-terms in the Oval Office.

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Highlights of recent high school soccer matches A summary of various local high school recent sports results: In boys’ soccer, Ransom Everglades defeated Mater Lakes Academy, 2-1, in the District 152A quarterfinals. Ransom (13-54) avenged its regular season loss to Mater Lakes (9-8) in December. Ransom went on to defeat LaSalle in the semifinals. Flanagan defeated American High in the District 14-5A semifinals and topped North Miami in the finals. For District 16-4A quarterfinal action saw Terra versus Mater Academy; and Belen Jesuit versus Westland Hialeah. In girl’s soccer, Ransom Everglades (14-4-2) defeated Mater Lakes Academy (10-6-1), 1-0, in two overtimes to advance to the District 15-2A semifinals. Ransom defeated LaSalle, 4-1, in the finals to set up a championship showdown with Westminster Christian. Mater Academy (12-3-2) defeated Central, 6-0, in a district game to end the regular season. Central finished the season 3-5-2.

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BARBARA GOLEMAN football players fullback Jose Valdivia and center James Rodriguez, participated in the annual Miami Dolphins Youth Programs Miami-Dade County versus Broward County All-Star game Nathaniel Traz-Powell Stadium. The AllStar game was a partnership with the GMAC and BCAA. MiamiDade took home the victory with a 12-6 over Broward. Valdivia and Rodriguez helped the Gators improve to a 6-4 record, the team’s best in 12 years.

FIU women’s basketball team has two USA Players of Week For the first time as a Conference USA member, FIU women's basketball has landed a studentathlete on the league's Player of the Week and Freshman of the Week lists in the same week. Sophomore Kristia Hudson (Birmingham, Alabama) was named Co-Player of the Week and freshman Alexis Gordon (Palm Bay, Florida / Covenant Christian) was named the league's Freshman of the Week. Hudson hit a 33-foot buzzerbeater to give FIU the 88-87 victory in its first-ever triple-overtime game Thursday against UTEP. She broke the school record by playing

in all 55 minutes and during the game, hit her 19-consecutive free throw, another school record, in a run lasting four games. Gordon played a career-high 52 minutes after scoring 15 points in Thursday's UTEP win. She scored six points in 31 minutes in the Saturday home loss to UTSA. Gordon leads FIU and is third in C-USA in three-point percentage (.383) and fourth in three-pointers made per game (2.4). She shot .500 in both games for the week from beyond the arc for the Panthers, who are fourth in the league in long-range percentage (.332) this season.

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Pace High has ‘Week of Hope’ during Catholic Schools Week By Rene D. Basulto Special to The Miami Laker It’s a week of “Hope” at Pace High School as it celebrates Catholic Schools Week from January 30 through February 3. “It feels like people are overwhelmed around the world,” said Pace Campus Minister Andres Novela. “One of the messages of the Gospels is that of ‘hope,’ so we want to share that hope with our Pace community and the world.” The week is the biggest fundraiser of the year for Pace’s Haitian sister schools in Moulin, Pewou, and Lormand. The week opens with a Kick-off Mass for Pace students, faculty, staff, and members of the Pace community in the Pace chapel in the morning before school. Throughout the week, Campus Ministry will sell sweatshop-free T-shirts, Haitian food, fair-trade iced coffee, Haitian artwork and

crafts, and more at a fair-trade bazaar held every morning in the Pace plaza. Taizé prayer services with songs and chanted prayers will also be held in the chapel during the week and attended by Pace theology classes. Pace’s Ping Pong club will even host a threeday tournament with all entry fees going towards the Haitian sister schools. February 1 is a day of sister school solidarity where students and teachers are asked to limit their use of technology, electricity, air conditioning and other amenities to re-create the condition of the Haitian sister schools. There will also be a solidarity lunch sold of simple rice and beans meant to emulate the Haitian students’ lunches. Finally, the week concludes with a Eucharistic celebration on February 2 celebrated with the entire Pace student body and a closing prayer service held after school.

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M-DCPS holds ‘Take Daughters/Sons to Work’ on Feb. 2 Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS) will observe “Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day” on Thursday, February 2, instead of the national observance on April 27 to minimize disruptions to scheduled testing (Florida Standards Assessment [FSA], and Florida End of Course

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BGEC team places first in district ‘We the People’ The Bob Graham Education Center Civics Engagement Academy participated in the nationwide civic competition “We the People.” The school administration and faculty were proud of the students who came in first place at the district level competition. This elite team of students represented Miami-Dade County Public Schools at the state level in Orlando on Friday, January 13,

where they earned first place. The group received the Professionalism Award, Best Overall Unit 3 Award and Best Overall Unit 5 Awards. The team will now move on to compete in nationals. They are led by teachers Jackie Fernandez, Ingy Cruz and John Brady who worked diligently to prepare the students for all levels of competition and the one yet to come.

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M-Dade Public Schools host Miami-Dade STEAM Expo Miami-Dade County Public Schools is set to host the MiamiDade STEAM Expo on Saturday, February 4 from 8:45 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Miami Dade College North Campus, 11380 NW 27 Ave. The purpose of the expo is to promote and highlight the District’s most creative, intelligent, and resourceful students who compete and demonstrate their proficiency in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM). The expo, which features nationally recognized student science competition winners, showcases the results of their hard work and provides information to the community on STEAM research and engineering designs. The 2017 Miami-Dade STEM Expo will honor the 2015-16

Miami-Dade STEM schools. The STEM School designation criteria included: STEM competitions, professional development, partnerships, equity and accountability. In addition, the STEM School Designation focuses on strengthening science, mathematics, Career and Technical (CTE) and advanced offerings. During the 2016-17 school year, schools will be able to choose from STEM or STEAM school designations to promote science, mathematics, CTE and the arts. The opening ceremony begins at 8:45 a.m. and will feature the following student competitions: Elementary Science Fair, South Florida Regional Science and Engineering Fair and SECME STEAM Competitions.

Applications due March 31 for Miami Lakes’ 2017 Future Leaders Scholarships Miami Lakes Education Advisory Board (EAB) is now accepting applications for the 2017 Miami Lakes Future Leaders Scholarship presented by The Graham Companies. Two $1,000 scholarships each will be awarded to graduating high school seniors who are residents of Miami Lakes. All applications must be received by Friday, March 31, and will be forwarded to the EAB for final selection. Winners will be announced at the May 2 Town Council meeting. Interested seniors must submit a typed essay (750 words maximum) explaining in his/her own words how they aspire to make the world a better place. The student

must demonstrate academic achievement and community service commitment, as well as identify future goals. Winners will have demonstrated extraordinary commitment to their school and their community. A cover sheet must accompany the essay, along with an official sealed high school transcript, and three letters of recommendation from non-relatives, one of which must be from a teacher or school official. To request an application, or for more information, contact Community Engagement and Outreach specialist Ashley Shepple at shepplea@miamilakesfl.gov, or visit www.miamilakesfl.gov/eab.

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Bob Graham Education Center students participate in sculpture contest using shoe boxes A group of middle school art students from Bob Graham Education Center participated in the contest titled “School Art for Mankind.” This contest, put together by the organization Street Art for Mankind, entailed creating a sculpture out of shoe boxes which would bring awareness to child forced labor around the world. The BGEC group, which named itself The Bobcat Visionaries, placed fifth out of a large number of participants throughout the district. Images of their work have been posted on several social media sites including Facebook and Twitter. The sculpture will be part of the Street Art for Mankind exhibit which will take place from February 10 through 20. The school administration gave special thanks to the group’s teacher, Elena Pita. for her dedication and creativity in leading this talented group of students.

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Pace High students travel to Washington, D.C. to attend week-long Close Up 2017 By Rene D. Basulto Special to The Miami Laker Pace High School has been sending students to Washington, D.C. since 1985 for Close Up, a week-long educational experience for high school students to learn about the federal government and visit the nation’s capital. Pace sent 32 students to D.C. from January 16 to 22 for the 32nd year of this Pace tradition, accompanied by chaperones Pace Dean of Students Valerie Lloyd, history teacher Victoria Spadafora, guidance counselor Melanie Otero, and assistant Dean Rebeca Bautista. These Pace students interacted and worked with high school students from across the country as they traveled around Washington, D.C. and attended workshops back at the hotel. With both their Pace group and their Close-Up

groups, students visited the Holocaust Museum and Washington Monument on Monday; the Lincoln, Jefferson, Vietnam, and Korean War Memorials on Tuesday; the recently opened National Museum of African American History and Culture and the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial on Wednesday; and the Supreme Court, Capitol Hill, and the inauguration concerts on Thursday. The biggest event of the trip was the Presidential Inauguration, which they viewed from the Washington Monument. “The most memorable part about this trip was meeting all of the people from around the country. They exposed me to new views and helped me change my way of thinking,” said Pace junior Hector Santa Maria.

A GROUP of 32 students and four chaperones from Pace High School traveled to Washington, D.C. for Close Up from January 16 through 22.

Goleman’s Anjali Ahmed selected for Presidential Inauguration forum In January 2017, outstanding students from across the United States gathered in the nation’s capital for the Presidential Inauguration Leadership Summit. During this five-day program, which takes place amid the Inauguration of the President of the United States, Summit Scholars gain a deeper understanding of the history behind the electoral process and the traditions surrounding the Presidential Inauguration. Anjali Ahmed, a freshman student in Barbara Goleman’s National Security Intelligence program, was selected as a scholar for the event. Ahmed hopes to become a forensic scientist and join the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

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Unique Families partners with Mater Lakes Academy for toys for autistic children Unique Families, Inc. started their first toy drive during the 2016 holiday season. On December 23, the majority of the toys collected were delivered to the students at South Florida Autism Charter School, which is being housed at Country Club Middle School. For several weeks, toys were collected and dropped off at Mater Lakes Academy. Once the toys arrived, they were inspected to make sure they were appropriate for autistic children and then they were classified for boys, girls, or unisex. It took five days to inspect, classify, and wrap each present to prepare them for delivery by Santa Claus. Santa arrived on a Hialeah Fire Department truck, followed by a Mater Lakes bus, loaded with toys for the children at the school. The students, dressed in their Christmas pajamas, had a chance to meet with Santa, as his elves and members of the Mater Lakes Key Club helped distribute toys to all the children. Over 400 toys were collected in collaboration with local partners –

Mater Lakes Academy, PSN Town Center, Therapy by Design, Inc., Miami-Dade College North, First Origin Mortgage Lenders, Mater Lakes Key Club, and the Hialeah Fire Department. The toys were distributed to not just the students of South Florida Autism Charter School, but to students at Angel’s Reach Divergent Learning Academy and to North Miami Beach Senior High, as well. “I am blessed to have received so much support for our Inaugural Toy Drive, and look forward to having more events to raise awareness on autism and how to help children and the families affected by it,” said Gail Ulloa, founder of Unique Families. Unique Families, currently has some fundraising projects going on, and are planning more events for 2017, such as a Gala and having the second Annual Walk for Autism event. For more information and how to donate and volunteer with Unique Families, Inc. visit the organization’s website at www.uniquefamilies.org.

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MLEC’s Daniela Morales receives coveted Frye journalism scholarship By R.A. Romero The Miami Laker staff Daniela Morales was selected as one of 13 aspiring Florida journalists, and the sole high school recipient amongst university students, to earn the 2016 Barbara L. Frye Journalism Scholarship. The scholarship is named after the Tallahassee bureau chief for United Press International for 38 years and was the first woman to work full time as a state government reporter in Tallahassee covering 11 governors from Spessard L. Holland to Bob Graham. Morales, a senior in the Cambridge program journalism strand at Miami Lakes Educational Center, and the school newspaper’s The Harbinger editor-in-chief, was awarded $1,000 to go toward the cost of her education. She hopes to attend her dream school, Emory University, in Atlanta, Georgia. Morales stumbled upon journalism as a high school freshman after taking an English course with the journalism teacher, Neyda Borges.

“I initially didn’t think I would go into journalism,” said Morales. “But after taking a class with Mrs. Borges I wanted to be in a positive environment with someone that can push me to be better, and she did that for me.” Beginning as a layout and design editor, Morales took over the helm in the summer of 2016. She has focused on political news writing but ultimately decided to begin her college degree with a major in marketing. She considers marketing an extension of the work she’s done in journalism as both are centered on the media. “I want to pursue something that caters to my creative side,” she said. The Cuban-born senior juggles her responsibilities at the school newspaper alongside her academics earning a 3.6 GPA and positions of founder and treasurer of the American Red Cross Club and cabinet member of the Southeast for Junior State of America. Outside of the classroom she interns at The Miami Herald where she writes for the communi-

DANIELA MORALES ty and health sections. “At the Herald,” said Morales, “I’m free to do my own writing, come up with my own ideas and I get a lot of feedback from professionals which is helpful and fulfilling.” After learning of her Barbara Frye Scholarship award win Morales said, “It was a relief. The transition into college can be so stressful and financially complicated so the award helps with that, and also to know my writing earned recognition was exciting.”

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Miami Lakes Area Houses of Worship Elevate Church 6250 Miami Lakes Dr. East Telephone: 305-823-3888 Sunday Worship.........9:30, 11 & 12:30 Friday Youth Nights.....................8 PM

M.L. Congregational Church 6701 Miami Lakeway South Telephone: 305-822-4313 Adult Sunday School...................9 AM Children’s Sunday School.....10:30 AM Worship.................................10:30 AM

Sunrise Presbyterian Church 18400 N.W. 68 Avenue Telephone: 305-821-5841 Worship.................................10:00 AM (Children’s Church) Servicio en Espanol...............11:30 AM

The Church of the Epiphany 15650 Miami Lakeway North Telephone: 305-558-3961 www.episcopalmiamilakes.com Sunday Eucharist...................10:30 AM Children’s Sunday School.....10:15 AM Adult Bible Study.......................11 AM Misa en Espanol......................9:00 AM Escuela Dominical................12:15 PM

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Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic Church 15801 N.W. 67 Avenue Telephone: 305-558-2202 Sunday services in English 9:30, 11 AM and 5:30 PM Sunday services in Spanish 8 AM, 12:45 PM and 7 PM Saturday services 8:30 AM, 5 PM Daily services 7 and 8:30 AM Confessions: Saturdays 3:30 PM

Mother of Our Redeemer Catholic Church 8445 N.W. 186 Street Telephone: 305-829-6141 Daily services (Spanish) 8:30 AM Saturday (English) 5:30 PM Saturdays (Spanish) 7 PM Sundays (English) 8 & 10:30 AM Sundays (Spanish) 9 AM, 12:30 PM, 7 PM

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Meeting at Miami Lakes Middle 6425 Miami Lakeway North Telephone: 305-822-6999 Worship Service.........................10 AM

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Iglesia Biblica Cristiana Español Servicios Telephone: 305-557-1959 Sunday service........................4:00 PM Wednesday Youth....................7:30 PM 6250 Miami Lakes Drive East

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

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

Iglesia Cristiana Reformada Vida Nueve 5941 N.W. 176 St., Bldg. #5 Telephone: 305-244-9425 www.icrvidanueve.com

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

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

New Testament Baptist Church The Gathering Place 6601 N.W. 167 Street Telephone: 305-558-4930 Sunday Service..........................11 AM Bible Study ............................9:45 AM Wednesday Bible Study...........7:00 PM Wednesday Youth Group.........7:00 PM

Orthodox Cathedral of Christ The Saviour 16601 N.W. 77 Court Telephone: 305-822-0437 Home of The Orthodox Book Center Sat. Vespers.................................6 PM Sun. Matins............................8:40 AM Sun. Liturgy...............................10 AM Sunday School & Inquirer Classes

New Bishop of Dallas and the South visits Christ the Savior in M. Lakes During the weekend of January 21-22, Christ the Savior Orthodox Cathedral in Miami Lakes was visited by the new Bishop of Dallas and the South, Bishop Alexander (Golitzin). This was his first pastoral visit since installment as diocesan bishop last year. On January 21, Bishop Alexander hosted the Winter Retreat at the Cathedral, focusing on the theme “The Theological Relevance of the Old Testament.” As the former professor of Theology at Marquette University, he drew upon his years of teaching experience and academic research in order to outline an understanding of the Bible rooted in early Christian tradition. He addressed issues like the harmony of science and faith, and the problem with a literal interpretation of the biblical text. On January 22, he presided over the Divine Liturgy, which was concluded with the blessing of holy water for the year. Afterwards, a banquet was held in honor of his visit. As the administrative leader of

the southern diocese of the Orthodox Church in America (OCA), Bishop Alexander oversees parishes from Texas to Florida, and as far north as Virginia. The OCA is the American offshoot of the Orthodox Catholic religion in Europe and the Middle East, a communion of churches including the Russian Orthodox Church and the Greek Orthodox Church. The OCA has a history going back over 300 years, beginning with Russian missionaries to Alaska in 1794. It was granted the right of self-governance in 1970, and began using English as its primary language of worship. The next event at Christ the Savior Cathedral will be the Lenten Retreat with Dr. David Ford and Dr. Mary Ford scheduled for March 18. They will be speaking on the example of faith given in the lives of canonized married saints. For more information, visit www.OrthodoxMiami.org, or call 305-822-0437. BISHOP ALEXANDER

Sunrise Presbyterian Church begins season of lent on Ash Wednesday March 1 The season of lent begins on Wednesday, March 1 with Ash Wednesday. Sunrise Presbyterian Church, 18400 N.W. 68 Ave, will begin the season with a soup and bread meal at 6:30 p.m. in the

Fellowship Hall on Ash Wednesday. The service with the imposition of ashes will begin at 7:30 p.m. in the church sanctuary. The Lenten Series is titled “Galilee to Jerusalem Journey of a

Pilgrim” where the service will biblically trace the footsteps of Jesus. For more information on the following services and meetings, contact the church at 305-8215841 or visit www.sunrisepc.org.

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Palm Springs United Methodist Church 5700 W. 12 Avenue Telephone: 305-821-3232 Worship Service...................10:45 AM

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

Voice for Jesus 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)

(Editor’s Note: All information provided by individual houses of worship. Confirm service times by telephone.

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Corner Villa sold with furniture or not. 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, updated kitchen and countertop, new appliances, washer/dryer in unit. Central A/C, roof 4 months new. 24 hour gated security, Clubhouse, racquetball, basketball, tennis courts, Olympic size pool and kiddy pool. Comcast 52 channels, no internet, lawn service. Close to I-75 and 826. 2 assigned parking in front, plenty of guest parking. No HOA approval. Call Debbie 305788-5008.

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Two bedroom, two bath apartment in West Hialeah near the Palmetto Hospital area. Unit is in great condition, well maintained, with a very low HOA monthly fee. Bathrooms have been remodeled along with the kitchen. Unit is rented but tenant is on a month-to-month lease. $180,000. A10195229.

Large 2 bedroom ground floor condo is ready for a buyer’s personal touches to make it their own. Corner unit overlooks a large green area out back. Large bedrooms and lots of natural light throughout. This quiet community is guard gated and has additional roving security at night. Centrally located near I-75, 826 and the Turnpike. Close to shopping and CCM golf course. $190,000. A10207915.

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Spacious 2-car garage townhouse overlooking Lake Singapore feels like a single family home and is move in ready. More than 2,000 sq. ft. of living area including 3 master bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. Freshly painted with new laminate wood floors, washer/dryer, refrigerator, stove, water heater and newer roof. Seller is willing to hold a mortgage. $329,900. A10208062.

3 bedroom, 2 bath well kept home by original owners, built in 2006. Upgrades incl. tile flooring thru-out, hurricane panels, bidet in master bath, granite counter tops w/S/S appliances and updated kitchen cabinets. Surround sound thru-out, alarm & security camera systems installed. Backyard offers privacy and outdoor kitchen in the gazebo. Perfect for entertaining inside and out. Home is walking distrance to community schools and park. No HOA. $349,900. A10213143.

Nicely updated PSN 5 bedroom/2 bathroom home. Price of ownership shows thru-out. Home is tucked away on a less traveled street. Updated kitchen and family room. RV/boat parking all way to back of property. Private backyard, storage shed, accordion shutters, impact door in back. 5th bedroom was originally game room/bonus room. Home had addition done with permits in 1990s. Kitchen and floors updated in 2008. $400,000. A10210603.

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Great home in prestigious Miami Lakes, featuring 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, light and open floor plan, 1-car garage and family room. Property updated with newer kitchen cabinets, granite counter tops, ceramic floor tiles and much more. Excellent schools, fantastic location! No Homeowners Association. $417,000. A10187969.

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