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Mater Lakes Thespians present High School Musical By Jaily Gomez Special to The Miami Laker The Mater Lakes Academy Thespians have begun working on their winter musical, Disney’s High School Musical. After a successful run of their last production, The Wizard of Oz, the Thespians are eager to return to the stage with a much more modern show. High School Musical is a show many of MLA’s students will be familiar with, having grown up with the film. This stage adaptation carries the same tone as the original, with a few new fun surprises to keep audiences on their toes. Long time fans will recognize their favorites scenes, while first time viewers will be delighted by the high energy songs and dances. High School Musical tells a story everyone can relate to – the tale of high school cliques, and what it means to fit
in and be yourself. The lead roles of Troy Bolton and Gabriella Montez will be played by sophomore Lucas Menvielle and freshman Kaitlyn Gonzalez. Menvielle played the Tin Man in The Wizard of Oz, making this his second performance with the MLA Thespians. This is Gonzalez’s first major role in a Mater Lakes dramatic production. Ryan and Sharpay Evans, the brother-and-sister antagonists of the show, will be portrayed by seniors Jorge Lopez and Andrea Burns. This will be the first show with Mater Lakes for both performers. High School Musical runs for three days, December 20 to 22, in the Lehman Theater at Miami Dade College North campus. Tickets are $10 at the door. For more information, visit the school’s website at www.materlakes.org.
CHILDREN, PARENTS, VISITORS and GUESTS lined the Downtown Miami Lakes to welcome Santa and the lighting of a 33-year tradition of The Graham Companies and the Main S
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This is the final weekend, December 15-17, to enjoy the Main Street Players production of Iphigenia in Aulis which has been well received by audiences and critics alike. At the end of each performance, the talented cast of actors have been greeted with standing ovations and words of praise by those in attendance. “In Miami, a city that grows quickly on an artistic and cultural level, and to those who still proclaim it a ‘cultural wasteland,” that gives us so many options, at the same time that is difficult deciding which one to attend, it is not very common to enjoy classical Greek theater of the highest professional quality with magnificent actors. It is a unique opportunity that lovers of good theater should not waste,” wrote José Abreu Felippe, el Nuevo Herald. The show is directed by Isaac MATER LAKES THESPIANʼS cast for the High School Polanco with Danny Nieves as Musical include (from left) Robert Merkel, Isabella Orsolini, the production manager. The Lucas Menvielle, Kaitlyn Gonzalez, Andrea Burns and Jorge cast features Agamenon played Lopez.
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straight on why the agreement was subject to litigation. Lawmakers approved a resolution following a second and final public hearing on amending the N.W. 87th Avenue Development Agreement, and settling several lawsuits against the town brought by the original developer of the 2011 accord. The agreement, which opened up N.W. 87th Avenue between N,W. 154 and 162 streets, was part of the Lowell Dunn family’s site plans to build residential housing units and a shop-
ing the original developer was still responsible for some of the street upgrades to accommodate the additional traffic from the residential development. “The intent was the first permit that was pulled, whoever pulled it would do all of the improvements,” Dunn said. “That was part of the deal. When I heard about the mobility fee, the council asked Juan Mayol who will make the other improvements and he said the Dunns.” According to Town Manager
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ment. In other Council actions: • Council members gave their initial approval for an ordinance to establish a new salary for Mayor Manny Cid, which would grow annually commensurate with the Consumer Price Index for South Florida. The CPI is used to adjust lawmakers’ reimbursements on a yearly basis. The mayor currently earns $18,000 a year, which hasn’t changed since the town incorporated in 2000. According to the town, as of August 2017, the index of 2.3 percent is the closet to the town’s previous fiscal year, which ended on September 30. The salary increase for the current year will be $414.00, giving the mayor a $18,414 a year salary. The increase of $414 amounts to $1.13 per day. • Council members gave their initial approval for an ordinance to change the qualifying period for a special election in August
Strategic Plan. The program was designed to enhance mobility for easier vehicular and non-vehicular transportation by requiring streets to be planned, designed, operated and maintained to enable safe, convenient and comfortable travel and access for users of all people of ages and abilities regardless of their mode of transportation. In 2016, the town received grant funding in the amount of $40,000 from Miami-Dade County’s Transportation Planning Organization (TPO) for the creation of Complete Street Program with a Town match of $10,000. Kimley Horn and Associates was contracted to develop the Program. • Council members approved a resolution authorizing the town manager to enter into a local funding agreement with FDOT for the design of N.W. 146 Street and N.W. 159 Street
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REGIONAL SPA MANAGER Juliana Sanchez, is pictured at the new Hand and Stone Massage and Facial Spa in the Cypress Village Shopping Center. Some enhancements are available on basic massage packages, such as elongated time, between 30 minutes to 1.5 hours, hot towel foot treatment, hot towel hand treatments, aromatherapy, scalp massage, and
Shula’s Steak 2’s Christmas dinner and N.Y. Eve party Shula’s Steak 2, located at 6842 Main Street, will be hosting holiday events for patrons to enjoy a home-cooked meal without the cooking responsibility. A turkey plated dinner will be offered on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day to take the edge off the holiday stress. For prices and reservations call
ahead. Steak 2 is also hosting a $65 cover fee for New Years Eve which goes toward a buffet and the DJ. If customers choose not to partake in the buffet, the cover charge is $25. To participate in either event call ahead at 305-820-8047.
cold stone face massage. Beyond the massages, the spa also offers affordably priced body hair removal services that utilize a botanically-based waxfree system, and there is also eye and lip treatment. Appointments are preferred but walk-ins are welcome. To reserve an appointment visit www.handandstone.com or call 305-846-9424. For all other information visit the website.
for $864,000 to purchase two buses to expand the town’s transit system. • Council members approved a resolution authorizing the town manager to execute a contract with Metro Express for construction of the N.W. 82 Avenue and Oak Lane reconfiguration project which is estimated at $72,000. • Council members approved six joint resolutions to transfer the various special taxing districts from Miami-Dade to Miami Lakes. • Lawmakers approved Councilmember Nelson Rodriguez’s proposal for his colleagues and town staff to look into the possibility of expanding westbound Miami Lakes Drive underneath the Palmetto Expressway to alleviate traffic congestion until the construction on the expressway expansion project is done. Rodriguez, who organized the
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He spent his retirement years working in and enjoying the Bahamas. Chestnut is survived by his wife, Sue; his son, Paul F. Chestnut Jr. and wife Debbie; and his daughters Julie Chestnut, Pauline Rorabaugh
stepchildren Jenise Fitzgereald and Brian Nelson, 10 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. A Celebration of Life to share stories will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. on Saturday, January 13, at Nob Hill Hall, 10400 Sunset Strip in Sunrise, Florida.
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Hialeah Gardens Midd students making Christm Two students at Hialeah Gardens Middle School, Kiara Llaugert and Gabriela Faedo, are making the Christmas brighter for those who are in need. Kiara Llaugert is an 8th-grade student and president of the DFYIT Club (Peer Counselors). For the past 2 years she has rallied the school to participate in Operation Christmas Child, a project she took on as her own. She registered, bought 100 boxes and most of the supplies herself, and packed all 100 boxes making sure every child will be happy. The outpouring of help from the school student body was over-
whelming. The 100 boxes were filled in no time. Kiara with the help of her Mother Nelva, then transported the 100 boxes to a local church where she negotiated a deal for the church to pay for the shipping cost. These boxes are shipped throughout the world to the most needed children out there. Gabriela Faedo is an 8thgrade student and is vice president of the DFYIT Club (Peer Counselors). For the past two years, she presented to DFYIT a project to help the children living in The Village South whose parents are currently in recovery. Gaby recruited 20 peer counselors to adopt a child.
free time away from her work as a police officer, Simmons reached out to the Cubs and they responded with a handwritten letter noting that they are “so proud” to have the Miami Lakes kids as part of the Cubs family. “If you try your very best, play together as a team, and have fun, no matter the outcome
towels must have energized the team for the remainder of the season as they went on to have an undefeated record. The penultimate game of the season against the Rays was a nail-biter to watch as the team narrowly earned a tie after having the lead for the first three innings before a miraculous comeback for the Rays that
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Mt. Sinai cardiologist Dr. Jeffrey Lin presents a ‘Keep Exercising at Any Age’ forum for seniors on January 9 Miami Lakes Elderly Affairs Committee, in partnership with Mount Sinai Medical Center, will present their third seniors health workshop from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Tuesday, January 9, at Town Hall, 6601 Main Street. The presenter will be Dr. Jeffrey Lin, a cardiologist board certified in internal medicine, cardiovascular disease, nuclear cardiology, echocardiography and vascular ultrasound. He is also an active member of the Sports and Exercise Cardiology section of the ACC and has published research and spoken at international meetings in the areas of cardiovascular imaging and sports cardiology. Dr. Lin’s topic is “Keep Exercising at Any Age: How to Keep Up with Those That Are 20 Years Younger.” A light lunch will be served sponsored by Mount Sinai Medical Center and the event is open and free for anyone who wishes to attend. For more information about the Elderly Affairs Committee and their events, visit www.miamilakes-fl.gov/eac.
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Fernandez has not only been a dedicated Miami Lakes resident, but has been instrumental in ensuring the safety and preventive care of the community. Along with council members, he began a stroke prevention campaign called “Know Your Pulse” as well as the “R.A.M.P. It Up” campaign to encourage
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THE GIRLʼS basketball teams for Mater Academy and Pace High are off to a good start this season. Last week, Mater Academy crushed Hialeah Miami Lakes, 75-15, in a home district game against their cross-town rival (pictured above). Guards Ambar Ramirez and Annette Alicandu led the Lady Lions, who won two consecutive games. As of last week, Mater Academy is 3-2, 3-0 with games against Ft. Lauderdale Cardinal Gibbons (4-3, 1-0), Westland Hialeah (0-2) and Ronald Reagan (0-3, 0-1). Pace is 5-1, 2-0, and coming off a 29-28 lost to iMater Charter. Mater Academy and Pace clash on Monday, December 18, at Pace.
OUR LADY OF THE LAKES boy’s volleyball squad became Cathlic Conference championship game.
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IN EARLY DECEMBER, Miami Lakes K-8 Center's DeafHard of Hearing students visited Dolphin Mall's 6th annual Signing Santa. The program, in its 17th year at Miami-Dade County Public Schools, provided the students time to share holidays wish lists with “Signing Santa.” This year, the DeafHard of Hearing students enjoyed breakfast, crafts, pictures with Signing Santa, a walk-through Santa’s Snow Village and games at Dave & Busters.
Miami Lakes K-8 Center hosts popular Family Night
MIAMI LAKES K-8 CENTER teachers, administrators and staff planned a wonderful family night for students and their parents. Staff, families, and community members had the opportunity to gather at the school for an evening of books, food and quality time. Teachers read their favorite story books to groups of students throughout the campus. More than 500 families enjoyed an evening of reading and dining at a line-up of food trucks.
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So, let us remember that the first Christmas was as simple and as humble as it was glorious. The first Christmas was about a humble woman who, while yet a young virgin, bore the indignity of being pregnant out of wedlock.
Most of all, the first Christmas was about Jesus, who Christians believe, and the Bible teaches, is God incarnate…the Savior of the world. He came to earth to bring peace between God and man. He came to offer forgiveness and eternal life as a free gift. Yet in spite of His divine credentials He was born in a manger in a tiny town on the outskirts of the vast Roman Empire. This “King of Glory” came not garbed in royal attire. There was no crown on His head that night. Instead He came in the form of a baby who was eventually swathed by old cloths in a simple manger. It was a scant beginning to the most fantastic life that has ever been lived. This Christmas as we busy ourselves with the hustle and bustle of putting everything together for the 24th and 25th of December, let us allow our minds to be taken back to the first Christmas and the real reason why we experience love, hope, and joy, during this season. It is because in a simple and humble manner, God offered mankind the greatest gift we could ever receive. “For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.”
Puerto Ricans. Now that we are older, wiser and people of faith, we realize that there would be no Christmas if God had not sent the “Lamb.” When Jesus is called the Lamb of God in John 1:29 and John 1:36, it is referring to Him as the perfect and ultimate sacrifice for sin. In order to understand who Christ was and what He did, we must begin with the Old Testament, which contains prophecies concerning the coming of Christ as a “guilt offering” (Isaiah 53:10). In fact, the whole sacrificial system established by God in the Old Testament set the stage for the coming of Jesus Christ, who is the perfect sacrifice God would provide as atonement for the sins of His people (Romans 8:3, Hebrews 10). It is not surprising to me now that I’ve been to the Holy Land, to understand who the Lamb is. I stood at the place called the “Shepherd’s Field.” At the birthplace of Jesus in nearby Bethlehem - the Shepherds would know Jesus because he would be the only newborn and as is well known from the often told Christmas story found in the Gospel of Luke 2, Mary wrapped her newborn son “in swaddling clothes” (Luke 2:7). What on earth were swaddling clothes, and why would Luke
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As we approach Christmas of 2017, my heart is heavy around the recent massacre of 305 Sufi Muslims, worshipping in a mosque, and 26 members of 1st Baptist Church in Sutherland Springs, Texas, worshipping in church. I can’t help but be concerned about the state of affairs in the world today. There’s slavery in Libya, terrorism all over the world, and intimidation and threats of nuclear proliferation from North Korea. But sometimes it’s hard for us to concern ourselves with issues in nations far away, as we are overwhelmed with our own issues. Homelessness, hunger, unemployment, health care, taxes, sexual harassment, and violence, are just some of the issues we currently struggle with as a nation today. Where’s the “Good News?” The “Good News” came with the birth of a baby boy, more than 2000 years ago in a city called Bethlehem. A baby boy born in a stable, lying in a manger, born to a virgin named Mary, who was engaged to a man named Joseph. And the Holy Scriptures tell us… And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For unto you is born this day in the
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And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the baby wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a KEITH manger. And sudSCOTT denly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying, ‘Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men. Luke 2:10-14 And as we celebrate Christmas this year, let us be reminded that Jesus is the “Good News.” Jesus is Immanuel “God with us.” In spite of all the darkness in the world today, Jesus is the light that gives us hope, peace, joy, and love. So, as we find ourselves in a world gone wrong, Christmas is a time of hope for the world. Christmas is a time of peace in the world. Christmas is a time of joy to the world. And during this season of gift giving, there’s no greater gift to us, than the birth of Jesus. Share the gift of Christmas this year by sharing the gift of love. There’s no greater gift that we can give than love. May you and your families have a joyous, peaceful, hopeful, and wonderful Christmas. May you and your families be filled with the gift of love.
reveal the fullness of beauty, unity and hope which is always in our midst, but which our eyes are often clouded from seeing. Jesus came to shed light on the goodness of our existence. Consequently, Jesus is regarded as the light of the world! May the reality of Christmas therefore serve us well! As the light in the afternoon sky grows day by day beyond Christmas, may the lights of our vision also grow so we may all the more cherish the beauty, unity and hope we already know and allow the spirit of this time to enhance it. To people of all creeds, countries and cultures here in our local community, may this Christmas be for you, your loved ones and us all at a time of great light – a time to celebrate the blessings which are uniquely ours!
time, they watched in wonder at God's redemptive activity. They watched God create man in His image…They watched man rebel against his Creator...They watched God promise to send a Savior to redeem mankind. They watched God graciously keep His people throughout the Old Testament as a testimony to His promise to bring forth a Savior from those people, Israel. They then watched as the Father sent His Son, Jesus, born of a virgin. A multitude of them announced Christ’s birth and declared God’s glory …They watched Christ live the perfect life that man was supposed to live in obedience to God’s moral law…They watched in horror as Christ was beaten and
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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
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Iglesia Cristiana Reformada Vida Nueve
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Mother of Our Redeemer Catholic Church
8445 N.W. 186 Street Telephone: 305-829-6141 Daily services (Spanish) 8:30 AM Saturday (English) 5:30 PM Saturdays (Spanish) 7 PM Sundays (English) 8 & 10:30 AM Sundays (Spanish) 9 AM, 12:30 PM, 7 PM
North Palm Baptist Church
7801 N.W. 178 Street Telephone: 305-558-2032 www.NorthpalmBaptist.org Sunday Bible Study.................9:15 AM Sunday Worship....................10:30 AM Wednesday Service..................7:00 PM
M.L. United Methodist Church
14800 N.W. 67 Avenue Telephone: 305-821-7274 www.miamilakesumc.net Traditional Worship Service.10:00 AM Contemporary Service..........11:30 AM (Child care and children’s/youth Sunday School during both services.)
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
Palm Springs United Methodist Church
5941 N.W. 176 St., Bldg. #5 Telephone: 305-244-9425 www.icrvidanueve.com
5700 W. 12 Avenue Telephone: 305-821-3232 Worship Service...................10:45 AM
Hialeah Church of Christ
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Cobb Miami Lakes Theatre #11 Telephone 305-558-1060 6711 Main Street (Temporary meeting location) 305-818-0565 Shula’s Hotel (Davis Cup Room) Sunday service......................10:00 AM 6842 Main Street, Miami Lakes Sunday Bible Study.................9:30 AM Youth service.........................10:00 AM Sunday Worship Service.......10:30 AM Children services...................10:45 AM (Nursery provided) Sunday Evening Service..........6:00 PM Wednesday Bible Study...........7:30 PM (Editor’s Note: All information provided by individual houses of worship. Confirm service times by telephone.
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Houses of worship have sp Miami Lakes Congregational Church has scheduled a concert and a special remembrance service to honor the holidays this month. “Angels we have heard on Christmas” will be presented at 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, December 17. This is a family concert featuring the vocal and piano students from the studio of Dr. Raquel Rubi. The students, ranging in age from 3 to 16 years old, will perform selections from the classical repertoire and sing-along some favorite Christmas carols. The concert is free and everyone is welcome to support the community’s young generations of artists as they celebrate Christmas. A “Blue Christmas”, a service
of remembrance, comfort and hope, has been scheduled at 7 p.m. on Monday, December 18. Miami Lakes Congregational Church is located at 6701 Miami Lakeway South across from Miami Lakes K-8 Center. For more information, call the church office at 305-822-4313. Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic Church, 15801 N.W. 67 Avenue, is holding special holiday services at new times for the end of the 2017 year and holiday season. The mass schedule for Christmas and New Year at Our Lady of the Lakes includes: Christmas Eve, December 24 - 4:30 p.m. Festival of Carols, 5 p.m. in English and 11:30 p.m Festival of Carols. Christmas Day, December 25
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17121 N.W. 82 Avenue - $330,000
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Great starter home in sought-after PSN area. Metal roof, freshly painted inside and out. Updated kitchen with lots of extras; under mount LED lights, automatic cabinet doors, granite countertops. Covered carport, enclosed patio. Huge backyard with fruit trees. Terrazo floors in bedrooms, waterproof laminate floors in living area. No HOA.
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Great 3/2 home in a quiet neighborhood. No neighbors across the street. Minutes away fom MIA and highways. This cozy house is in Move-In Condition. New roof (2015), A/C (2016) and Washer/Dryer (2015). Remodeled kitchen & bathroom, impact windows and doors, new tankless water heater, large backyard with privacy fence.
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8340 NW 154 Terrace - Royal Palm Estates
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5 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom home located in highly desired & guarded community. Oversized corner lot. Double volumn ceilngs at entry, vaulted ceilings throughout. 3,604 s.f. home with all custom finishes. Large covered terrace overlooks generous backyard & pool. $690,000.
7960 NW 167 Terrace - Royal Oaks
7210 Gleneagle Drive - Loch Lomond
Breathtaking long lake views in a unique home in gated golf course community. Courtyard-style home has 5 bed/ 3 baths. Oversize 15,000 s.f. lot. Top-of-line renovations. Home has all impact doors/windows, and soaring high volume ceilings throughout. Oversize lot. $895,000.
6820 N. Augusta Dr.-Country Club of Miami
Lakefront 4 bedroom/3 bathroom (plus den) home with modern remodeling throughout. Top-of-the-line kitchen with all S/S appliances. Great natural lighting. Private covered terrace in master overlooking unique courtyard pool area, covered patio and lakefront views. $675,000.
Luxurious 7 bed/4.5 bath home with panoramic golf course views. Sitting on a double lot, home has keystone accents, high volume ceilings, remodeled kitchen, oversize dining room, fireplace, breakfast area. Generous pool area and full size tennis court. $998,000.
0 N.W. 168 Terrace - Royal Oaks Empty Waterfront Vacant Home Site For Sale! Extremely rare to find - this perfectly located lot is one of the last remaining lakefront lots available. Site is located in private, guard-gated community in the heart of Miami Lakes. $395,000.
15634 N.W. 81 Court - Silver Crest South
PENDING SALE Top of the line home sitting on oversized 14,000+ sq.ft. lot. Totally remodeled featuring all impact doors/windows, wood & granite cabinets, built-in entertainment center, new pool tile line finishes & 1-year old pool heater. Old Chicago brick pavers, freshly painted inside & out. $779,000.
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Fully remodeled 5/4 custom-built home with over 4,838 s.f. Open kitchen with modern finishes, quartz counters, gas range stove, all new S/S appliances. Soaring high volume ceilings. Generous master with sitting area. Expansive pool and cabana bar. $799,000.
16752 NW 77 Place - Royal Oaks
Private, elegant 5/5 custom-built, gated home. All renovated kitchen & baths. Marble floors, high volume ceilings, plantation shutters. Smart Home capacities incl. iPhone controlled surround sound and more. Oversize driveway, 3-car garage, patio & terrace overlook generous pool area and gazebo. $1,087,500.
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16222 NW 79 Avenue - Royal Oaks
Lakefront custom-built 4/4.5 Smart home. Soaring vaulted ceilings, impact doors/windows, marble flooring, elevator. Gourmet kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances, granite counters. Spacious master w//his/her master baths and balcony. Large covered terrace overlooking pool area w/builtin BBQ, long lake views. $783,000.
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