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The original northwest Miami-Dade community newspaper for the Town of Miami Lakes & surrounding areas Vol. 41 No 12
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MIAMI LAKES, FLORIDA
JUNE 19, 2015
Miami Lakes’ annual July 4th Concert and Fireworks show.....See Page 6
Retiring Police Major Gene Dieppa honored by M. Lakes Town Council The Miami Laker staff During one of the best moments of showing his softer side, Miami Lakes Police Major Gene Dieppa consoled a distraught woman, whose son was involved in a serious car accident. The lady called Mayor Michael Pizzi and told him about the accident and that she needed a copy of the accident report. “I called Major Dieppa and said the lady is very emotional and she needs a copy of the report,” Pizzi said. “I arrived at Town Hall and I see Gene hugging the lady and talking to her. There’s nothing more you can say about his character and the dedication to the Town of Miami Lakes.” Miami Lakes paid tribute to Dieppa, the Town Commander, during last month’s Town Council
meeting, as the 32-year veteran police officer is calling it a career. Councilmembers and town staff honored Dieppa with a proclamation for his hard work and dedication to his hometown, where he was promoted to Town Commander in 2013 to lead the 42-member detached police unit from MiamiDade. Lawmakers said Dieppa set the best example of community policing and he did a great job in keeping the crime rate low, while bringing the entire town together. “He’s right in the middle of things, including making sure traffic doesn’t have a major impact on the town, and he does it because he loves being a police officer,” Pizzi said at the meeting. “He bleeds Miami Lakes and he loves his officers and he’s a great neigh-
Long delayed Youth Center scheduled to open in time for back to school in September By David L. Snelling The Miami Laker staff The new Miami Lakes youth center, which has been under construction and delayed for more than two years due to problems with the original contractors, should be finished in September and in time for the new school year, said Town Manager Alex Rey. At the June 2 regular Town Council meeting, Rey mentioned the grand opening month for the facility when councilmembers were discussing a zoning issue, which now allows South Florida School of Excellence to establish a 24,373 square feet private school in an industrial area for 200 kids with special needs. The school, which is set to open in August, is located at 15900 N.W. 57 Avenue. Lawmakers also eliminated a requirement that 75,000 square feet for recreational use to be applied to the site plans, which
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was reduced to zero. But school officials said they are required to safely transport all students to some of the town’s parks or open spaces for recreational activities. Rey said the new youth center with a tot-lot is the closest facility, which is nestled inside Picnic Park East near Miami Lakes Drive and N.W. 60 Avenue. He said arrangements can be made with School of Excellence officials to allow the students to participate in recreation activities from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., Monday through Friday. After school programs and other recreational programs at the youth center start at 3 p.m. “The school is less than a mile away from the youth center, which is set to open in September of this year,” Rey said. “We can reach an agreement for maximum use of the facility with financial compensation for the town. It can be a win, win scenario.”
bor. We all consider him our best friend.” Dieppa said he must retire because he’s enrolled into the Deferred Retirement Option Program or DROP, to make him eligible for the Florida Retirement System Pension Plan. It’s the same plan that forced then-Town Manager Frank Bocanegra, who previously served as the Town Commander, to resign from government work. “Had it not been for DROP, I would still be here serving this great community,” Dieppa said. Dieppa depicted working in Miami Lakes as a humbling experience. “This has been a great town to work with, the citizens, business
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MIAMI-DADE POLICE MAJOR GENE DIEPPA, former Town Commander of the Miami Lakes detached unit, retires from a 32-year police career.
Miami Dolphins Foundation supports Library’s Summer Reading Program
MIAMI DOLPHINS LINEBACKER Jordan Tripp and representatives from the Miami Dolphins Foundation visit Miami Lakes Branch Library in early June to help kick off Miami-Dade Public Library System’s Summer Reading Program. (See Library event schedule on Page 8.)
n Giardino Gourmet Foods celebrates first year anniversary at Park Centre Shops....................2
n News and Notes of Interest from the Town of Miami Lakes. See pages ...................6 and 7
n USA Fit Miami runners take part in “We Stand With Boston 5K/10/Half”...........................12
n Barbara Goleman Senior High graduates first Capstone class.....................................15
n Mark Conn named managing agent for Italian manufacturers MBM new Main St. office........4
n Pace High’s Class of 2015 celebrates graduation and Baccalaureate Mass.................9
n Top Miami Lakes area students graduate with honors. See titles and photos......................14
n Community Calendar, 9, School, sports and church news, 12-17, Classified ads.........17-19
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THE KEYES COMPANY MIAMI LAKES WELCOME CENTER celebrated its recent expansion on Main Street on June 14. Pictured (from left) Keyes Company’s Mike Pappas, Miami Lakes manager Alex Ruiz, Keyes Company’s Tim Pappas, Graham Companies’ president and CEO Stu Wyllie, Fritz Hawkins and Joy Linet. The Miami Lakes office also celebrated May as its best month of production since April 2002.
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Giardino Gourmet Foods celebrates first year anniversary at Park Centre By R.A. Romero The Miami Laker staff Giardino Gourmet Foods first moved into Park Centre Shops at 8008 N.W. 154 Street in Miami Lakes one year ago. The decision to open in Miami Lakes was one that proved to be fruitful for owners Lilly Tudela, Jaime Mitrani and Robert Furth. “It has been awesome,” said Tudela. “We have had record breaking sales for the franchise since the first month we opened. We have been busy serving the community and have gotten involved with catering for the town. It’s been a lot of work but it’s worth it.” Tudela, Mitrani and Furth have participated in the Weight Loss Challenge for the town, Relay for Life, and Taste of Miami Lakes. Giardino Gourmet Salads has added to the town’s healthy options for dining. “You can really feel the sense of community,” said Tudela. “There are so many regulars, local workers and residents that we see often, which is a great testament to that town feeling. The biggest feedback we’ve received is that there is nothing too similar to us as far as our menu so I do believe we are meeting a need for healthy food in the area.” Customers can build salads, or choose from a lengthy list of menu items including soups, sandwiches, grain bowls and wraps. Tudela’s personal favorite is the Mama Mia with tropical chicken
GIARDINO GOURMET FOODS owners are (from left) Jaime Mitrani, Lilly Tudela and Robert Furth. and the Gardener Grain Bowl with quinoa. Following the success of the Miami Lakes store, the co-owners purchased an existing store in Kendall to continue expanding. “With us starting here in Miami Lakes, the sky is the limit. We hope to continue growing,” said Tudela. As part of efforts to expand, the Miami Lakes location has promised online ordering which should launch by the end of the year. To celebrate their first anniversary, Tudela, Mitrani and Furth are holding a customer appreciation week with daily specials from June 22 to 26. For more information visit www.giardinosalads.com or call 305-512-3272.
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Summary of Council actions at June 2 meeting By David L. Snelling The Miami Laker staff Tension between Miami Lakes Mayor Michael Pizzi and Councilmembers came to light at their regular meeting on June 2, where lawmakers insisted they each follow the three-minute rule for discussion and debate for each agenda issue to keep the session moving along gracefully. But Pizzi, who has a penchant for speaking so long that some council meetings have not ended until midnight, took exception to the rule and said he won’t be silenced while expressing his points for the people who elected him to political office. The June Council meeting was the first Pizzi chaired since he was reinstated as mayor following his acquittal on public corruption charges last year. The drama unfolded when
Councilmember Ceasar Mestre suggested the entire council stay in compliance with the three-minute rule for discussion, which the town adopted from Robert’s Rules of Order that governs how meetings are run. “Since the town has a long agenda tonight, including two public hearings, I would like to make sure we continue talking on time and abide by the rule which limits discussion,� Mestre said. Pizzi objected, saying as chair of the Town Council, he won’t limit lawmakers and residents’ dialogues if they are making intelligent comments and reasonable points. “Anyone making a point and is not finished and needs a little more time, I will not silence them,� Pizzi said. “I am not going to be silenced in expressing my opinions, and I also will never unrea-
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sonably limit the right of any elected official representing the people to make a point that they believe is important.� Councilmember Frank Mingo made a motion to appeal the mayor’s decision, saying the council must follow the rules. “The rules are clear, it’s in our Rules and Regulations,� Mingo said. “We have to abide by it and you don’t have the right, by yourself, to make that decision.� The Council approved Mingo’s motion on a 6-1 vote, with Pizzi the sole dissenting voice. Pizzi said enforcing the threeminute rule was pre-orchestrated by Council members to limit his discussions. “Unfortunately, this is how we are starting off,� he said. “I pledged to work with everyone up here and we are starting off with a measure to make sure I and others are limited in speaking.� Mestre intervened, saying the three-minute rule was not a personal attack on the mayor. “We have a rule to follow and we want to make sure it applies to everyone,� Mestre said. “If you don’t like the rule, then we can change it. Nobody’s here to silence you or silence anyone else.� Pizzi said limiting discussion could have a downside for Miami Lakes. He said the town may want to know about safety issues and someone needs 25 minutes to discuss measures on preventing kids from drowning, as well as pubic safety and fire protection and economic issues.
“I don’t want an economic crisis because we limited someone who has knowledge to three minutes because we didn’t want to sit here for another three minutes listening,â€? he said. Mingo accused Pizzi of grandstanding instead of acknowledging the fact lawmakers must follow the rules. Pizzi said his comments were inappropriate and ruled him out of order. “Rules are in place, is it too much to ask that we follow the rules?â€? Mingo asked. “Rules are in place to keep the meetings going quickly and getting the people’s business done quickly.â€? Following a brief recess, a contrite Pizzi said he believes the council was not conspiring against him. “I think everybody is here in good faith,â€? Pizzi said. “It’s my goal that we can all work together as colleagues and friends and do good things together.â€? In other Town Council news: • Miami-Dade Fire Chief Sam Downey said the new Miami Lakes West Station 64 on N.W. 154 Street and 77 Avenue is expected to be ready and open sometime this year with a grand opening celebration and a tour for residents and council members. Council members are shooting for July. Downey also presented a report on the status of Miami-Dade Fire Rescue, which included adding advance life support for heart attack patients and stroke treatments, adding 30 new fire and rescue trucks, and adding 100 fire-
fighters by the end of 2015. He said the county is graded by how fast the units can respond to emergencies. In 2014, the two fire stations in Miami Lakes were able to respond to life-threatening calls faster than the county-wide average. The response time in Miami Lakes was six minutes, 15 seconds, while the county-wide average was seven minutes, eight seconds. For fires, the county average response time was 6 minutes, 15 seconds, while Miami Lakes was six minutes, 18 seconds. • Lawmakers gave their final approval for an ordinance delegating the authority to reduce civil penalty reductions to the town's special master. The new ordinance doesn’t include residents who failed to take advantage of the town’s amnesty period to bring the code violations in compliance.
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Italian manufacturers MBM open Main Street office By R.A. Romero The Miami Laker staff Three high end Italian manufacturers well known and respected in Europe and across the globe, Margraf, Barausse, and Milldue, collaborated on the opening of a satellite office called MBM, the first independent office of its kind apart from distributors, in the heart of Miami Lakes. Mark Conn, managing agent for the one-of-a-kind location tucked away at 6840 Main Street that is scheduled to open in June, has worked in the marble industry for 20 years. After retiring from the industry and pursuing his passion for ministry work as an ordained pastor, Margraf reached out to Conn to once again be a part of the industry he was so familiar with years ago. “After they reached out to me, I prayed about it. They made an offer. I said ‘thank you Lord’ and took the offer,” chuckled Conn. When deciding what location would be best for this satellite
office, Conn suggested Miami Lakes instead of the design district, having some familiarity with the area since he grew up in Opa Locka. “The manufacturers wanted to be in Miami and wanted a Miami zip code but I was opposed to opening an office in the design district because of the congestion,” said Mark. “Being in Miami Lakes is a nice and welcoming area for high end clients and we were fortunate enough to find this office on Main Street.” Margraf manufactures high end marble products including countertops, tiles, one-of-a-kind creations as well as high end, high quantity production. Margraf has been in business since 1906 and was started by the Morzoto family whose descendants still sit on the board of the company to this day under the direction of CEO Silvio Xompero. Barausse manufactures high end doors and has been family owned and operated for nearly 50
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Conn is enjoying the ability to return to the industry he retired from while simultaneously running his nondenominational church, The Connection Church which will also make a home in Miami Lakes from its current space in Pembroke Pines. “This opportunity that I have to open this business in the states is a blessing,” said Conn. “I’m very thankful, fortunate and humbled that they would entrust me to do this and they have really treated me like family, having been very generous and considerate with me.” For more information contact the MBM office at 305-333-0391.
Women’s Breast and Heart Initiative marks June 23 as National Pink Day The Women’s Breast & Heart Initiative, headquartered in Miami Lakes, is seeking national participation and support in its summer awareness campaign to draw attention to breast cancer and early detection. In conjunction with National Pink Day on Tuesday, June 23, the organization is asking that everyone wear pink and post at least one photo with the hash tag #NationalPinkDayWBHI to the Women’s Breast & Heart Initiative Facebook page www.facebook.com/thewbhi, or to their personal Twitter, Instagram or other favorite social media platform.
In South Florida, the Women’s Breast & Heart Initiative’s recognition of National Pink Day also includes the Color Your Selfie Pink for a Cause. The free event also takes place on Tuesday, June 23, at both of the South Florida Bloomingdale’s locations (Aventura Mall and The Falls Shopping Center) from 2 to 7 p.m. on Level One of the stores. Appetizers and drinks will be served for attending guests. Bloomingdale’s is donating 10 percent of sales during the events to the Women’s Breast & Heart Initiative organization to support its mission to educate women about the importance of breast & heart health through its door-todoor outreach campaigns. For more information for the Women’s Breast & Heart Initiative, visit www.FLbreasthealth.com or call 305-825-4081.
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Daniel J. Alfonso named top Public Administrator
MIAMI LAKES RESIDENT and Miami City Manager, Daniel J. Alfonso, was awarded Public Administrator of the Year at the American Society for Public Administration’s South Florida Chapter Annual Awards. The event was held on June 11 at Jungle Island.
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What’s On Your Mind opens Learning Center in M. Lakes By R.A. Romero The Miami Laker staff Dr. Fabian Redler, owner of What’s On Your Mind Psychology and Learning Centers Inc., has designated Miami Lakes as the location for his business’ headquarters, at 14400 N.W. 77 Ct. Suite #105. The center is a diagnostic, treatment and learning center that combines neuropsychology and educational therapies for student success. “I love Miami Lakes,” said Redler. “I grew up in Miami but had friends in the area. I also love that the population fits with my own background which is primarily young professional hispanics.” Redler opened the learning center 15 years ago after finding the manner by which students and their parents were directed after being evaluated for learning disabilities was frustrating. “At the end of an evaluation, parents would spend so much money and would want to know ‘where do we go from here’ and there really wasn’t any place for them to go other than teaching in a way that would support their own learning style. This led me to finding a way to figuring out where that child is cognitively weak and building those underlying processing skills,” said Redler. Redler, together with a team of psychologists, and trained instructors, make up What’s On Your Mind Psychology and Learning Centers. Students are diagnosed by the psychologists and then are given a custom program that caters to their needs. “We are a center that specializes in working with students that have learning disabilities,” said
Major G. Dieppa honored by town (Continued from Page 1) owners and everybody else here have been great,” said Dieppa. “In my 32 years in law enforcement, I have worked for most of the county’s jurisdictions, but Miami Lakes is by far the best city that I have worked with.” Dieppa’s career began at the State Attorney’s Office. He later became an officer with the Miami-Dade Police Department and has advanced through the ranks, serving as investigator, detective, sergeant, lieutenant and now major. During his leadership tenure in Miami Lakes, the Police Department has experienced many advancements, an increase in the number of police officers, developed enhanced initiatives to address burglaries and thefts throughout the town, increased training and preparedness, and improved relationships within the town’s communities.
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Town Council actions taken June 2 (Continued from Page 3) • The Council approved a conditional use to allow South Florida School of Excellence to establish a private school facility for 200 kids with special needs in an industrial area, 15900 N.W. 57 Avenue. • Councilmembers approved a contract in the amount of $145,031 to Union General Contractors. Inc. to furnish and install stucco, gypsum board and wall insulation for the construction of the Park East Youth Center. • Councilmembers approved a resolution to co-designate Loch Ness Drive as Sergio Campos Way. Campos was president of the Loch Ness Homeowners Association for years. He died of cancer in April. • Councilmembers approved a resolution to authorize the town manager to award a contract in the amount of $2,286,398.35 to Acosta Tractors for Lake Martha Roadway and Drainage improve-
ments. • Lawmakers approved Councilmember Tim Daubert’s request for town staff to come back with a proposal regarding the swales, driveways and easements not in compliance with the town’s code in Serenity Pointe and the West Lakes area. • Councilmembers approved Pizzi’s recommendation to have POOL EQUIP.
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Town’s budget planning may require News and Notes from the Town of Miami Lakes contingencies for Pizzi’s legal fees By David L. Snelling The Miami Laker staff As Miami Lakes is preparing the town’s budget for the 20152016 fiscal year, town officials were put on notice that Mayor Michael Pizzi’s attorneys have requested payment for their court costs for four cases, three of which that ultimately returned him to political office following his arrest on public corruption charges. According to Town Attorney Raul Gastesi, the mayor’s team of lawyers filed motions for Miami Lakes to pay their legal fees for their services during his criminal trial, Supreme Court and Circuit Court lawsuits and the Third Circuit Court of Appeals case, which ruled he’s the town’s rightful mayor. The problem for the town, however, is that his attorneys have yet to disclose the amount at a time when council members are set to approve a property tax rate in July for next year’s budget. Gastesi said Pizzi’s attorneys, including Ed Shohat and Ben Kuehne, filed an affidavit in
March indicating the town is entitled to pay his legal bills for the Supreme Court lawsuit, which forced Governor Rick Scott to lift his suspension, the Circuit Court trial and the Appeals Court. In late May, the attorneys filed another motion asking Miami Lakes for reimbursement for Pizzi’s criminal trial, which lasted for three months in 2014. But Gastesi said the lawyers never submitted the figures to determine the estimated costs for the court cases after he requested the total amount. “I don’t know when they will submit the fees,” Gastesi said at the June 2 regular Town Council meeting, where he presented the latest report on the attorney’s fees. Pizzi left the dais during the report citing a conflict of interest, which left council members puzzled over the amount of the court fees during budget season. “I respectfully ask the mayor to tell his attorneys as soon as possible what the amount is,” said Councilmember Frank Mingo. “I am not saying we are going to be
giving him this money but at least we will know what the amount is especially since budget season is coming along so we can plan for any contingencies.” Gastesi said he had to be terse with his answers and comments because the issue needs to be discussed in private during an executive session. “It’s not an admission that we are liable for these fees,” Gastesi said. Without any figures for the attorney’s fees, Miami Lakes’ proposed budget for next year hangs in the balance. Town Manager Alex Rey said lawmakers will tentatively adopt a rate for property taxes next month, and his staff is working on the general fund to craft out a budget. “If we are liable to pay for attorney’s fees, then we have to figure out what to assume for that,” Rey said. If Miami Lakes is forced to pay the mayor’s legal bills, it could impact the town’s budget, conceivably placing some projects on hold for next year.
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July 4th Concert, Fireworks features ‘Old Skool Gang’ Miami Lakes will host its 12th annual Fourth of July Concert and Fireworks Show on Saturday, July 4, beginning at 6:30 p.m. at Miami Lakes Picnic Park West, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue. Headlining this year’s concert is the Old Skool Gang, a performance group inspired by Motown artists and like music. Paul Lewis, entertainment executive and former KC and the Sunshine Band member, teamed up with Darrick Gray, Craig “Silqe” Edwards, and Moses T. Talbot III, to form the Old Skool
Gang. Their R&B, soul, and funk fusion sounds will have the audience on its feet reminiscing to the likes of Marvin Gaye and The Temptations. Attendees are reminded to bring blankets, chairs, and appetites for a great variety of food trucks. For more information about the event or to inquire about sponsorship opportunities, contact Special Events and Committees coordinator Clarisell De Cardenas at decardenasc@miamilakes-fl.gov, or 305-364-6100.
Economic Development staff offers resources for new and existing Miami Lakes firms The Town of Miami Lakes is committed to promoting continued growth and expansion of the business community, and is equally committed to retaining and supporting existing businesses. The Town’s Economic Development staff has made it easy for businesses to access online services and find information about steps to open a business in Miami Lakes and the services offered by the Town after opening. The www.miamilakes-fl.gov/ bizresources page includes the following information: • Steps to open a business • Ribbon cutting and grand
opening ceremonies with elected officials • Marketing opportunities on the Town’s Marketplace: www. MiamiLakesMarketplace.com • Internship programs offered by local colleges and universities • Sponsorship opportunities for over 50 of the Town’s annual events • Local Business Preference Program. For more information, contact Nicole Singletary, director of Communications and Economic Development at singletaryn@ miamilakes-fl.gov, or by calling 305-512-7132.
M-Dade Com. Barbara Jordan holds community meeting for Northwest M-Dade residents By Miami Laker staff Solid Waste and public works were the top concerns for a group of Northwest Miami-Dade residents during a community meeting, where county officials were on hand to listen and offer solutions to their problems. Miami-Dade County Commissioner Barbara Jordan called the meeting, which was held last month at Joella C. Good Elementary School. On a brighter note, the residents commended the county’s fire and police departments for a job well done. One by one, residents flocked to the podium and expressed concerns over Solid Waste, public works and other utility-related services the county renders to their areas. But they praised Miami-Dade
Fire Rescue and the Police departments. “Forums such as these allow me to gauge the effectiveness of Miami-Dade County,” said Jordan. “After hearing compliments and complaints, I am able to draft legislation that enhances and strengthens the quality of life for people in District 1.” Also on hand to address issues raised by residents were representatives from the Mayor’s Office and the departments of Water and Sewer, Transit, Regulatory and Economic Resources, Waste Management, Parks and Recreation, Fire Rescue, and Police. Miami Ocean Studios Chairman Rodolfo Paiz delivered a presentation regarding the upcoming film studio slated to open on a portion of the Landmark property.
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News and Notes from the Town of Miami Lakes ‘Capture a Miami Lakes Moment’ photo contest opens for residents to capture a prize winning photograph The “Capture a Miami Lakes Moment” photo contest offers residents a chance to capture the hometown feel and beautiful look of Miami Lakes. The contest provides an opportunity to win a great prize by taking a remarkable photograph inside the boundaries of Miami Lakes. The winning photographers will be recognized at the August 4 Town Council meeting and top entries will be displayed on the Town’s website.
Entries must be submitted by midnight Friday, July 31. Contest rules include all photos must be taken within the town’s boundaries; photos of landscape, buildings, parks and scenery are recommended; and photos must be in JPEG format, 300 DPI (dots per inch), and no smaller than 800 pixels wide x 600 pixels high. Email entries to Communications Specialist Jackie Calzadilla at calzadillaj@miamilakes-fl.gov. For more information, call 305364-6100, ext. 1143.
Popular Board Game Nights set for new time with new games during summer months Starting Friday, June 26, the Town’s Friday Board Game nights will now run from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. every other Friday through the summer months at Mary Collins Community Center, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue. A few new games also being introduced include Jumbo Checkers and Tic Tac Toe boards, Jumbo Dominoes, and Jumbo Jenga! Barefoot Board Gaming, sponsored by the Youth Activities Task Force, offers a friendly environ-
ment that encourages social interaction in a non-digital format between family and friends. The goal is to bring Miami Lakes residents together using board games to create a fun and whimsical atmosphere that encourages positive social exchanges. The summer Board Game nights include June 26, July 10 and July 24. For more information, contact Katya Lysak via email at lysakk@ miamilakes-fl.gov, or call 305698-9308.
Summer family fishing clinic and contests held at Marina Looking for a fun, familyfriendly activity over the summer? During the summer months, Miami Lakes will offer free fishing clinics and contests on the second and fourth Saturdays in June and July at Miami Lakes Optimist Park Marina, 6411 N.W. 162 Street. The clinics will provide attendees with tips on proper catch and release techniques while the contests provide a competitively fun way to spend summer Saturdays with the family and an opportunity to win prizes for he largest fish
and the most fish. All lifejackets, fishing poles and bait will be provided free of charge. The next Fishing Clinic is set for Saturday, July 11, from 9 to 11 a.m. Fishing Contests are set for Saturday, June 27, and Saturday, July 25, from 9 a.m. to noon. For more information about the Marina or the fishing clinics and contests, contact Leisure Services manager Katya Lysak at lysakk@miamilakes-fl.gov, or 305-698-9308.
Free senior bus trips for Marlins games Miami Lakes Elderly Affairs Committee is offering free field trips to Miami Marlins games once a month on Thursdays for residents 55 years and above. Space is limited. To reserve seating on the bus, contact Special Events and Committees coordinator Clarisell De Cardenas at decardenasc@miamilakes-fl.gov, or
305-364-6100. The upcoming games include: Thursday, June 25, Marlins vs. Cardinals, 7:10 p.m. Thursday, July 30, Marlins vs. Nationals, 7:10 p.m. Thursday, August 27, Marlins vs. Pirates, 7:10 p.m. Thursday, September 24, Marlins vs. Phillies, 7:10 p.m.
Free SAT Prep classes offered to Lakes residents in July and August Miami Lakes Education Advisory Board will once again offer free SAT Prep classes for students entering their junior and senior year of high school. The free program is open to Miami Lakes residents, is limited to 20 students, and provided on a first come, first served basis. The sessions will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on July 13-17, and August 10-14, at Miami Lakes Town Hall, 6601 Main Street. All interested students must register. Send an email to Jackie Calzadilla at calzadillaj@miamilakes-fl.gov with the student’s name, phone number, address, school, grade, along with a copy of photo ID. Registration will close once the classes reach full capacity.
Miami Lakes named a ‘Playful City USA’ for seventh year in honor of youth play programs A total of 217 cities and towns in America, including Miami Lakes, earned recognition from national non-profit KaBOOM! as 2013 Playful City USA communities for their efforts to give children the childhood they deserve by providing ample opportunities for play. In the seventh year of the annual program, only 16 Playful City USA communities received recognition for the seventh consecutive year, Miami Lakes being one of them. Playful City USA communities are recognized for making a commitment to play and physical
activity by developing unique local action plans to increase the quantity and quality of play in their community. Sponsored by The Humana Foundation, Playful City USA is a national program from KaBOOM! that celebrates and promotes local policies that increase play opportunities for children and is a key platform in combating the lack of play among children. For more information on the Town’s youth programming, visit www.miamilakes-fl.gov/parkres, or contact Leisure Services manager Katya Lysak at lysakk@ miamilakes-fl.gov.
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:
Economic Development Committee Meeting Tuesday, June 16, 5:30 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Planning & Zoning Board Meeting Tuesday, June 16, 6:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Veterans Committee Meeting Thursday, June 18, 5:30 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Neighborhood Improvement Committee Wednesday, July 1, 7:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Youth Activities Task Force Wednesday, July 1, 7:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Cultural Affairs Committee Meeting Thursday, July 2, 7:00 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 June 12, 2015 at Miami Lakes, Fl. Majorie Tejeda-Castillo, Town Clerk
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own super hero. Program made possible by the Miami Lakes Education Advisory Board at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 27. Home Depot Kid’s Workshop – A hands-on workshop where participants can learn to create and build something for their home with easy to use tools and materials. What you make, you keep! Registration is required for ages 612 and programing limited to 25 participants. Program made possible by the Miami Lakes Home Depot at 11 a.m. on Thursday, June 25. Corey the Wildlife Girl – Corey will share real wild animals and teach attendees all about wildlife. Program made possible by the Miami Lakes Education Advisory Board at 3 p.m. on Saturday, June 20. For Teens: Tween Book Club – A children’s book club for ages 8-12 that meets once a month to discuss the
chosen book. This month’s title is “The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate” by Jacqueline Kelly. Meets at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 20. Unmarked! Matinee - Teen Club presents a series of films celebrating heroes, real or fictional for ages 13-19 years at 3 p.m. The final day is Wednesday, June 24, featuring “Summer Wars.” For Adults: Congressman Mario DiazBalart’s Outreach – A member of Rep. Diaz-Balart’s staff will visit the library to discuss federal issues or any problem a constituent may have with a federal agency from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 24. Miami Lakes Branch Library is located at 6699 Windmill Gate Road and is open Monday and Tuesday from noon to 8 p.m., and Wednesday through Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The branch is closed on Sundays. For more information, call 305-822-6520.
87 Avenue expansion project due for completion this month Motorists in the western fringes of Miami-Dade County can expect some delays due to the finishing touches for the N.W. 87 Avenue roadway expansion project from Miami Lakes Drives to N.W. 186 Street. The project includes widening the street from two to four lanes, along N.W. 87 Avenue from N.W. 162nd Street to Miami Gardens Drive. The roadway improvements include milling and resurfacing, a
raised curbed median, sidewalks, curb and gutters, a continuous storm drainage system, signalization, decorative lighting, bicycle lanes, culvert replacement, pavement markings, and signage. The project also includes the construction of a 36-inch ductile iron water main along N.W. 87 Avenue, from N.W. 154 Street to N.W. 170 Street. The entire project is expected to be complete by June 30.
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Brent Edmundson promoted to Miami Fire Dept. Lieutenant
MIAMI LAKES RESIDENT Brent Edmundson was promoted to Lieutenant in March by the City of Miami Fire Department. A 9year veteran with the Department, he graduated from Hialeah Miami Lakes Senior High and attended Florida State University. He graduated from Miami Dade College Fire Academy before joining the Miami department. He lives with his wife Raquel and son Gavin in Miami Lakes and his parents, Arnold and Nell Edmundson, are longtime residents of the town.
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Pace High’s Class of 2015 celebrates graduation and Baccalaureate Mass By Rene D. Basulto Special to The Miami Laker With their last high school exam finished, Pace High School’s Class of 2015 seniors began their final week as Spartans with the traditional Baccalaureate Mass held at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church on Sunday, May 17. Pace president Reverend Paul Vuturo celebrated the mass along with the recently ordained Father Bryan Garcia, a Pace Class of 2006 alumnus. Following the homily, each senior was presented with a baccalaureate medal by Reverend Vuturo and principal Ana Garcia. Members of the Class of 2015 brought up offertory gifts such as a school trophy, an iPad, a football, and a cross to the altar to symbolize their time spent at Pace. As Reverend Paul and Father Bryan processed out, the choir sang the seniors’ class song “I’ll Be There For You.” Graduates then watched a slideshow with photos from their four years at Pace. Senior Gabriel Sanchez ended the event by giving the
Class of 2015’s Farewell Address, thanking the faculty, staff, and parents and reminiscing with his fellow classmates of their years as Spartans. Finally, on Friday May 22, the seniors, their families, and the Pace faculty and staff attended the 52 Annual Commencement Exercise at Miami-Dade County Auditorium. During her Principal’s Address, Ana Garcia announced that the Class of 2015 had earned over $5 million in scholarships, worked a total of 27,511 community service hours, and been accepted to universities such as Duke University, University of Florida, Florida State University, the Savannah College of Art & Design, Boston College, and the University of Miami, among others. “Your four years of high school are done, but I hope the lessons
you’ve learned stay with you forever,” said Garcia in her address. Student Body president Brianna Martinez delivered the senior address by speaking almost entirely in rhyme about their high school journey and how they became a diverse and unified Pace family. “Where ever our paths shall lead us, may we continue to be the individuals who stand out, because only those who do, change the world,” said Martinez, before concluding her speech like she ended every school day over the PA – with a school-wide prayer. After receiving their degrees and gathering outside, the Class of 2015 threw their graduation caps into the air in unison, celebrating the culmination of their high school careers and the endless possibilities that await them in college and beyond.
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Meeting & Class Calendar The Town of Miami Lakes, homeowners associations, professional and volunteer groups have scheduled meetings and classes during June and early July:
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Economic Development Committee June 16 5:30 pm M.L. Govt. Center Planning/Zoning Board June 16 6:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center Veterans Committee June 18 5:30 pm M.L. Govt. Center Neighborhood Improvement Committee July 1 7:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center Youth Activities T.F. July 1 7:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center Cultural Affairs July 2 7:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center (The following classes are free for Miami Lakes residents) Tai Chi M/TW/Th 9:00 am MCCC Yoga (for adults) M/W 7:30 am MCCC Yoga (for adults - Fee) T/Th 7:30 am MCCC Line Dancing Tu/Th 11:30 am MCCC Knitting/Crocheting Tu/Th (Ends 6/18) 1:35 pm MCCC Computer Training M/T/W/Th (Ends 6/18) 9:15/11:30 am MCCC Painting I & II Fri. 9 am/12:30 pm MCCC Spanish for Adults M/T/W/T 6:00 pm MCCC Dominoes T/W/Th/Fri 6:00 pm RACC Table Tennis Tues./Thurs. 7:00 pm RACC
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Lake Glenn Ellen Lake Katharine Villas Royal Oaks Gramercy Park Regatta Pointe Fountain Park Lake Elizabeth Lake Martha Loch Lomond West Villa Vizcaya Lake Sandra The Anchorage
June 16 June 16 June 17 June 18 June 18 June 29 June 22 June 23 June 23 June 24 June 25 June 25
7:30 pm MLCC 7:30 pm MLCC 7:30 pm MLCC 7:30 pm MCCC 7:00 pm MLCC 7:30 pm MLCC 7:00 pm MLCC 6:30 pm MLCC 7:30 pm MLCC 7:30 pm MLCC 7:30 pm MLCC 7:30 pm MLCC
Miami Lakes Clubs, Professional & Volunteer Groups
M.L. Garden Club M.L. Bridge Club MLCA Bridge M.L. Quilting Club M.L. Kiwanis M.L. Toastmasters M.L. Lions Club
June 22 7:00 pm M.L. Govt. Ctr. Mondays 11:30 am MCCC Thursdays 11:00 am MCCC 11:15 am MCCC Tuesdays 2nd/4th Thurs. 6:30 pm Pampered Chef 1st/3rd Tues.7:00 pm ML Educational Center 1st/3rd Tues. 7:00 pm Denny’s Hialeah
MCCC is Mary Collins Community Center, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue RACC is Robert Alonso Community Center, 16500 N.W. 87 Avenue
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Bobcats baseball team nearly wins NAIA title By David L. Snelling The Miami Laker staff St. Thomas University’s baseball team was just three innings away from winning the AVISTANAIA College World Series, but Lewis-Clark College rallied to take the national championship with a 10-7 victory in their own backyard. But the No. 9 ranked Bobcats came a long way, traveling 2,814 miles to Lewiston, Idaho, to reach the 59th annual college baseball postseason classic, where they defeated the top two teams. After dropping its opening game to No. 9 seed Concordia, St. Thomas University staved off elimination four times. The Bobcats defeated Davenport, 8-3, and Vanguard, 1410, to set up a showdown with No. 1 ranked Oklahoma Baptist. St. Thomas defeated the top team, 5-4, behind solid pitching and good base running, and then
put away No. 2 Faulkner Alabama, 6-3, in the semifinal game. St. Thomas was on the brink of finishing its Cinderella season, leading 7-1 in the fourth inning, but the Bobcats blew a 7-4 leading in the eighth inning. They were six outs away from the national championship but Lewis-Clark spoiled their happy ending. Bobcats’ head coach Jorge Perez and his baseball team put together an exceptional campaign in 2015. Ranked 20th in the nation, St. Thomas was the runner-up in the Sun Conference Championship, which earned the Bobcats a berth in the NAIA National Championship opening round. It marked the seventh appearance all-time for the Bobcats at the national tournament; they last appeared in 2012.
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ST. THOMAS UNIVERSITY’S Bobcats baseball team defeated two nationally-ranked teams before losing to Lewis-Clark in NAIA College World Series championship game.
USA Fit Miami runners take part in ‘We Stand With Boston 5K/10K’ In late April, USA Fit Miami participated in the “We Stand With Boston 5K/10K/Half” virtual race, which began and ended at Miami Lakes Park West, in an effort to stand united and fearless in the face of the devastating events that took place at the Boston Marathon in 2013. After 10 years of transforming and embracing the marathoning community in Miami, USA Fit Miami wanted the opportunity to give back to the sport that had given its runners and walkers so much. Katrina Knight-Vera, head organizer of USA Fit Miami, brought an amazing group together to support the event and spread the awareness that marathoners never stand alone. In their off season, before their program kicks off on August 15, the organizer, coaches, and members of USA Fit Miami demonstrated the resiliency and the kindness that exists in the marathon community. “The Boston Marathon is the Holy Grail of marathon races,” said Knight-Vera. “It’s like the Super Bowl or the World Cup the whole world knows about this race, so when tragedy struck, we all felt it. “I am so proud of USA Fit Miami and my running community. The way we all came together immediately after the bombing, and now two years later, is indicative of the spirit of the marathon and of this community.”
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Miami Lakes Optimist Club wraps up a successful 2015 Flag Football season The Miami Lakes Optimist Club recently concluded it's Spring 2015 Flag Football season. Over 160 children participated in the league this season, receiving trophies at the league's closing ceremony event on Saturday, May 30 at Royal Oaks Park. Congratulations to the 5-7 division Champion Panthers, 8-10 division Champion Eagles, and 11-13 division Champion Bengals. The season was made possible in part by the support of the following league sponsors: Citi Financial, Flamingo Appliance
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Optimist Club’s baseball signup set for August Goleman High celebrates four retiring staff members The Miami Lakes Optimist Club will be holding registration for the 2015 Fall baseball and softball season from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., on consecutive Saturdays, August 8, 15 and 22, at Miami Lakes Middle School, 6425 Miami Lakeway North.
The Optimist Club welcomes returning and new players to play in an exciting season. New players must bring a copy of their birth certificates to the registration, which costs $145 per person. Only cash and checks are accepted. The Optimist Club is asking for
more volunteers and coaches to participate in the baseball and softball season. Sponsors are welcome. For more information, call Baseball Commissioner Luis Rojas at 305-505-5475 or Miami Lakes Optimist Club president Jim Hamilton at 305-216-9615.
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Setting the Pace in Catholic Education GRATIA ET VERITAS
BARBARA GOLEMAN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL administration, faculty and staff celebrated the retirement of office personnel Nancy Anderson, math teacher Alberto W. Tio, foreign language teacher, Carmen Martinet, and English teacher Ganjadeai Baksh. Anderson completed 29 years in the educational system, Tio completed 20 years in addition to his time as a Colonel, Martinet completed 40 years, and Baksh completed 45 years. The celebration was planned and sponsored by the school’s PTSA members.
Shula’s Athletic Club offers Sports Performance Training for ages 10-18 Now that school is over, kids can train like the pros. Shula’s Athletic Club’s Sports Performance Training program can turn young players to superstars with an intense 90-minute workout that challenges their strength and conditioning, and enhance their athletic skills in football, basketball, baseball, soccer, lacrosse, soccer, volleyball and tennis. The training camp is open to kids ages 10-18 and runs through August, Monday through Friday from noon to 4 p.m. at the Athletic Club, 15150 Bull Run Road in Miami Lakes. Mike Boyle, a former strength and conditioning coach for Boston
University, the Boston Bruins and Boston Red Sox, is one of the instructors for the training camp. He understands what it takes to safely develop athletes to the next level. His years of expertise has led him to develop the leading sports performance program dedicated to success and safety for athletes of all ages. The Sports Performance Training workout helps athletes generate more power, increase speed and agility, develop strength, optimize fat loss, prevent injuries and have fun doing the exercises. For more information, call 305820-8025.
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The tradition of excellence continues with our seniors being accepted to colleges and universities throughout the United States including Boston College, Duke University, Florida State University, John Hopkins University, New World School of the Arts, Savannah College of Art & Design, University of California Berkeley, University of Dayton, University of Florida, and University of Miami to name a few.
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Top Miami Lakes area students graduate with honors Top students from local schools received the designation of Valedictorian and Salutatorian for their effort and achievements. A school’s valedictorian is the highest-ranking student, followed by the second-highest, salutatorian. The valedictorian typically also gives the valedictory speech at graduation. Schools also award recognition in Latin honors such as
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Monsignor Edward Pace Senior School: Summa Cum Laude: Daniel Gonzalez, GPA: 5.49, College: Florida International University; Steven Yildirim, GPA: 5.46, College: University of Florida Juana Diaz, GPA: 5.45, College: University of Florida
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Bob Graham Law Academy students win honors in 2015 Project Citizen State Finals Bob Graham Education Center’s (BGEC) seventh grade Law Studies Academy students earned first place for the Oral Hearing and second place for their Portfolio at the 2015 Project Citizen State Finals. The entire class has been working on the project entitled ”Help Wanted for ASD” hoping to increase job employment for adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). On May 22, the Oral Hearing team consisting of Madison Creevay, Julianna Grullon, Emily Fernandez, Joana Santana, Isabella Perez, Brandon Sanchez, Noah Medina, and Adrian Ruano
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presented before panels of judges and were awarded with first place for their presentation of the problem, alternative policies, their proposed policy and the action plan that has been initiated in hopes of increasing work opportunities for adults with ASD. The class policy aims to create a social skills development program in all public high schools that would allow students with autism to develop social skills necessary for jobs success in their future. BGEC faculty and staff congratulated the students and their teacher, Ingy Cruz, for their win.
Flavia Nunez wins first place during Fairchild Challenge Bob Graham Education Center fifth-grader Flavia Nuñez earned first place in the writing component for this year’s Fairchild Challenge. Nuñez wrote a story on a seed. The Fairchild Challenge is a competition that Fairchild Botanical Gardens sponsors every year with participation from more than 200 schools. It is a multidisciplinary competition with an emphasis on environmental sciences.
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Barbara Goleman Senior High graduates first Capstone class By R.A. Romero The Miami Laker staff The “amazing graduating class of 2015” is what Barbara Goleman Senior High School principal Joaquin Hernandez calls the latest graduating class. Hernandez and the rest of the school administration and faculty are celebrating the achievements of the class of 2015 which also includes the first graduating Capstone class. Goleman’s class of 2015 totaled 483 graduates. Of those, 158 earned 2,160 college credit hours and the entire class amassed over 67,000 hours of community service. A total of $3.3 million in scholarships were earned. Additionally, this graduating class saw six times more 6.0 GPA’s than any other year in the school’s history. “When I first met the students
as incoming freshmen, I knew there was something special about this class. They were so academically inclined, so focused on their future, that honestly, looking back at that it seems to me it was inevitable that they would succeed,” said Hernandez. The graduating Capstone students first entered the inaugural program their sophomore year and some have completed enough credits to enter college with a junior status. The school also had two Posse Scholars and are sending graduates to top schools this fall. Among the schools students are attending is University of Florida, where former high school gators from Goleman are proudly continuing their reign as college gators. “Those students are moving from our swamps to theirs,” said Hernandez.
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Intensity Dancers’ Studio celebrates three long time student graduates By R.A. Romero The Miami Laker staff Kandis Terry, Katie Camero, and Katherine Merino are long time friends, Miami Lakes residents, and graduating dancers at Intensity Dancer’s Studio in Miami Lakes. All three girls have been attending dance class since second grade, five to six times a week until their graduation this
June. Terry and Camero graduated from New World School of the Arts and Merino from Archbishop McCarthy. Terry will be pursuing dance at the University of Michigan. Camero will be studying journalism at Boston University and Merino will be studying engineering at the University of Central Florida.
Each earned scholarships for their academic successes and as for their talent, Marisa Bidegaray, instructor at Intensity Dancer’s Studio speaks only praises for the trio. “We are going to miss them so much,” said Bidegaray. “We’ve seen them grow up from little girls to talented women. We wish them all the best.”
KANDIS TERRY
KATHERINE MERINO
KATIE CAMERO
FOR SOME CLASS MEMBERS of the 2015 Goleman Gators, they will remain Gators at University of Florida’s campus in the fall. Those attending UF include (back, from left) Lauren Fernandez, Nathali Arenas, Samantha Rubinstein, Stephanie Diez, Claudia Alonso; (front, from left) Nicholas Rose, Danny Xie, Abliash Nuthlaya, Alec Llerena and David Rodriguez.
Town’s adult painting class exhibits works at Town Hall Miami Lakes is showcasing the works of the students in the Town’s adult painting class. The paintings will be on display throughout the month of June inside Town Hall, 6601 Main Street, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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HIALEAH MIAMI LAKES SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL’S Sapphire Dance Team performed its annual Spring Concert in late May in the school’s auditorium. Dance styles included hip-hop, lyrical, salsa, and bachata. Dance numbers ranged from solo performances to duets, trios and group dances. A total of 18 dances were performed. Team members included co-captains Hannah Martinez, Cindy Hernandez, and dancers Catherine Urena, Tatiana Arauz, Shamiya Collins, Shirterri Streeter, and Melanie Gonzalez. Dr. E.A. Montadas Chiropractic and Rehabilitation Clinic
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Pace High’s Gallery Art Show continues to grow in third year By Rene D. Basulto Special to The Miami Laker This past May, nearly 100 family, friends, alumni, and fellow students gathered at Monsignor Edward Pace High School to admire artwork from Pace students and alumni at the 2015 Pace Gallery Art Show. Marcel Navarro, lead teacher for the Academy of Visual Arts, organized the show, which featured works from Pace alumni, “Academy” students, and students from the school’s many art classes. This year’s show had both its biggest turn out yet and the most students ever represented. A total of 50 pieces from 15 students and two Pace alumni were on display. This year, Navarro increased student involvement by allowing them to pick their best work from their portfolios to display. Students were made more responsible by not only deciding which pieces they would showcase, but also by hanging up and organizing the pieces on the show walls themselves. Navarro insists that it’s the students who put the work in. “Students felt like they were part of the show last year, but this year they felt like they were the show,” said Navarro. He hopes to expand further by reaching out to Pace faculty to show off their work and even moving to a new on-campus venue to accommodate the show’s growing size.
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MARCEL NAVARRO (back, center) lead teacher for Pace High School’s Academy of Visual Arts, poses with his students and their artwork at the 2015 Pace Gallery.
Miami-Dade Public Schools’ Physical Education classes named model program Miami-Dade County Public Schools’ (MDCPS) Physical Education Program has been named as a model program for North America by the United Nations’ Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) in their case study report, “Quality Physical Education.” This publication was developed in partnership with the European Commission, the International Council of Sport Science and Physical Education, the International Olympic Committee, the United Nations Development Programme, the United Nations Children’s Fund, the United Nations Sports for Development and Peace, and the World Health Organization. This recognition is given to the school district for transforming the focus of physical education from traditional sports to other activities with a fitness focus that children and adolescents enjoy,
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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.....................7 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 Special Need Service...............4:00 PM (Every fourth Sunday)
Sunrise Presbyterian Church 18400 N.W. 68 Avenue Telephone: 305-821-5841 Sunday School (all ages)........9:00 AM Worship.................................10:00 AM Spanish Worship...................11:30 AM
The Church of the Epiphany 15650 Miami Lakeway North Telephone: 305-558-3961 www.episcopalmiamilakes.com Sunday Eucharist........................10 AM Children’s Sunday School..........10 AM Adult Bible Study.......................11 AM Misa en Espanol...................12:15 PM Escuela Dominical................12:15 PM
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 8201 N.W. 186 Street Telephone: 305-829-0049 Spanish service.............................9 AM English service.......................12:30 PM Tuesday (Spanish).........................7 PM Wednesday (English)....................7 PM
Palm Vista Community Church Meeting at Miami Lakes Middle 6425 Miami Lakeway North Telephone: 305-822-6999 Worship Service.........................10 AM
Temple Tifereth Jacob 5901 N.W. 151 Street Telephone: 305-557-2651 Call for Service Schedule
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
Faith Is The Victory Fellowship
Telephone: 954-435-1313 www.faithisthevictoryfellowship.com Sunday Service.....................10:30 AM (Cobb Theaters – 6711 Main Street) Theatre 17
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
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 14800 N.W. 67 Avenue Telephone: 305-821-7274 www.miamilakesumc.net Praise Band & Music.............9:40 AM Traditional Worship Service.10:00 AM Alive-Contemporary Service11:30 AM (Child care and children’s/youth Sunday School during both services.)
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Fulfilled Life Church Telephone 786-378-2356 Country Club Middle School 18305 N.W. 75 Place Sunday Service (Eng.)..10:30 AM
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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
U.S. Senator Marco Rubio (RFL) is inviting Florida students who wish to be nominated for a service academy to apply using the process outlined on his website, www.rubio.senate.gov. The four service academies requiring a congressional nomination include the U.S. Military Academy, U.S. Naval Academy, U.S. Air Force Academy and U.S. Merchant Marine Academy. For those desiring admission in the fall of 2016, Rubio’s deadline for application is September 9, 2015. In addition to securing a congressional nomination, candidates must also apply directly through the admissions process of their service academies of choice. Each member of Congress is allowed a limited number of nominations per academy. In addition to applying to their two U.S. senators, applicants are also encourage to apply with their U.S. representative. To confirm one’s congressional district, visit www.house.gov/representatives/f ind.
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
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
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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2600 Diana Drive #202 $265,000 Completely remodeled condo professionally decorated. Nice open kitchen with granite counter tops. Crown molding, new A/C & water heater. Amazing views of the intercoastal. Bathrooms tastefully redone, large walk-in closet with organizers. Amenities include boat slips $3 per foot), meeting room, storage room, heated community pool. NO pets. Unit can be rented 6 months of the year. CO-OP.
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