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The original community newspaper for the Town of Miami Lakes & surrounding areas Vol. 43 No 10
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Legislature adds $3 million in budget for Miami Lakes projects The Town of Miami Lakes was among the big winners in the state’s new $83 billion budget, as the Florida Legislature earmarked $3 million to fund projects for traffic congestion, canal stabilization, and an analysis for reforms on blasting which has caused damages to residents’ homes and properties. State Senator Rene Garcia and State Representatives Manny Diaz Jr. and Jose Oliva secured the multi million dollar funding after Miami Lakes Mayor Manny Cid, Vice Mayor Tony Lama, and Councilmem-
bers Ceasar Mestre, Tim Daubert, Nelson Rodriguez, Luis Collazo and Frank Mingo lobbied the state’s top lawmakers during a visit to Tallahassee during the Legislative Session. “We got to work together with the mayor and council to focus on the issues we have seen firsthand in Miami Lakes,” said Diaz. “Overall, Miami Lakes won big because we worked together.” Garcia said, “We fulfilled our promises to the community this season because we worked as a team. I am very proud to stand
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Pace baseball team moves on to regional semifinals
with my colleagues to put the residents of Miami Lakes first.” Last year, the three Tallahassee lawmakers secured funding for similar projects but Governor Rick Scott vetoed them from the budget. Barring an encore, Miami Lakes was granted its request for $1 million for Phase Two of the town’s Canal Bank Stabilization Project, which, once completed, would enhance the canal appearance and performance, protect private prop- PACE HIGH SCHOOL’S baseball team celebrates its erty values, and repeat eroding regional playoff win over Gulliver Prep, heading for rematch with iMater Charter. (See story on Page 14.) (Please see Page 2)
First class of inductees for Sports Hall of Fame
MIAMI LAKES SPORTS HALL OF FAME inductees were introduced and honored at the opening of the new Optimist Clubhouse at Optimist Park on May 13. Pictured are the inaugural inductees (center back row, from left) David Shula, representing his father Don; Jack McCall; Alex Ochoa; and Michael Mandich, representing his late father, Jim. They are joined by Hall of Fame committee members Tim Reynolds, Roman Garcia, Carlos Alvarez and Jim Hamilton, along with Mayor Manny Cid, Vice Mayor Tony Lama, and Councilmembers (See story on Ceasar Mestre, Nelson Rodriguez, Frank Mingo, Tim Daubert and Luis Collazo.
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Local legislators successful in securing state grants for M. Lakes (Continued from Page 1) canal space for many homeowners. Lama praised Diaz for looking out for the town during the most busiest and, at times, hostile moments during the Legislature Session. “Miami Lakes has a solid partner in Manny Diaz Jr.,” Lama said. “He knows our community and the needs of his Miami Lakes constituency and I am thankful to work with him.” Collazo echoed similar sentiments. “Representative Diaz has been a tireless advocate for our community,” he said. “His efforts have secured well over $2 million dollars in funding for
Miami Lakes and an independent study to research the impact of blasting from the rock miners.” For years, traffic congestion and finding solutions to reduce gridlock have been at the forefront and $1 million to build for a ramp might be part of the solution. The Town is proposing an N.W. 87th Avenue ramp to Miami-Dade Expressway’s State Road 924 extension west to the Homestead Extension of the Florida Turnpike Project. The funding will be used to design and construct the access ramp improvement to be included in the Extension project that could improve regional connectivity and transportation infrastructure. Another long-running problem for residents is blasting by the rock mining industry. The $325,000 funds a comprehensive study of rock mining blasting and review of the claims process for damages. The study was a priority for Florida’s outgoing CFO Jeff Atwater and Garcia, Diaz and Mingo, who locally sponsored legislation in support of the analysis. “We’re thankful that
Representative Oliva, Diaz and Senator Garcia worked with Mayor Cid and our Town Council to achieve tremendous results for the town,” Mingo said. Added Rodriguez: “It’s a privilege to work with our state representatives and our state senator to obtain the funds needed to continue our canal projects and to start improving traffic in Miami Lakes with the 87th Avenue/1-75 project.” Cid said the funding goes a long way to assist the town in resolving some major issues. “The Miami Lakes Legislative Delegation has worked hard to bring funding for vital infrastructure projects,” said Cid. “The completion of our canal stabilization project will preserve tens of millions of dollars of properties and the 87th Avenue-I-75 interchange is a game changer for traffic relief in our town.” Mestre said the best results stem from the state and town brain trust working together. “It’s really advantageous for our residents when all elected officials work together as a team and we can get these great results,” he said.
BGEC’s We the People team places second at Nationals After winning first place in the District and State competition, Bob Graham Education Center Civic Engagement
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Academy's We the People Team placed second in the We the People National Invitational, hosted by the Center of Civic Education on April 28 through May 1, at the National Conference Center in the Washington, D.C. area. The students are honored to be among such formidable contenders. The state of Indiana placed first, Florida placed second, Oregon placed third, and Virginia finished fourth. Under the direction of Jackeline Hernandez and John Brady, the teams have continued working up the rankings for the last three years. It's a testament to the students and faculty’s diligence, hard work, and dedication to each other and the legacy of Senator Bob Graham. The competitive team committed to excellence which bonds them together as a family. The scholars will graduate Bob Graham Education Center with unforgettable memories, a thorough understanding of America's rich history, and a passion for the office of the citizen. They have continued to uphold the tenets and traditions of the CEA program.
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BGEC civic students place in top three for district Project Citizen Bob Graham Education Center’s seventh grade law studies class was selected as one of the top three schools in the District’s Project Citizen Competition. Project Citizen is a program that promotes competent and responsible participation in local and state government. The program helps participants learn how to monitor and influence public policy. The BGEC project went on to the Capitol Showcase in Tallahassee and will continue to represent the school in the state competition on May 26. The students’ project, “Rising Above, Sunny Day Floods� looks to find solutions to nuisance flooding on Florida’s coasts due to rising sea levels. Nuisance flooding occurs when sea levels rise above the mouth of storm drain outages, and the water is pushed in the opposite direction back through the sewers and into the city streets, even though storm sewer drains are designed to flush rain water out into the ocean. This usually occurs a couple seasons out of the year with the exceptionally high spring or king tides. Lately, water has been increasingly flooding coastal streets on dry, sunny days due to this phenomenon. The rising seas are contributing to this. However, it is the government’s responsibility to address decay-
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NIC committee launches Home Beautification Contest In conjunction with the “I Heart Miami Lakes� campaign, the Town’s Neighborhood Improvement Committee (NIC) is inviting residents to participate in the 2017 Home Beautification Contest. The contest recognizes residents who take special pride in improving their homes and landscaping. The winner will receive a $1,000 Home Depot gift card and a commemorative
lawn sign to be placed on their front yard. Deadline to submit the application along with all supporting documentation is Thursday, July 20. The winner will be announced at the July 25 Town Council meeting. Applications can be found at www.miamilakes-fl.gov/nic and will be accepted for individual property owners or for neighbors.
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BOB GRAHAM EDUCATION CENTER 7th grade Law Studies class includes (from left) Brianna Moronta, Paula Jimenez, Natalie Hidalgo-Gato, Jasmin Garcia, Flavia Nunez, Melissa Vargas, Marianne Gonzalez, Lauren Fernandez, and teacher Ingy Cruz. ing infrastructure and transportation issues that arise with these nuisance floods. The students are proposing a Hazard Mitigation Fee for coastal developers who choose to build on the coastal cities affected by sunny day floods in order to help fund mitigation projects related to the flooding. The entire class worked cooperatively to identify the public policy problem that needed to be addressed, did lengthy research on the problem, evaluated alternative solutions, developed their own solu-
tion in the form of a public policy, and created a political action plan to enlist local or state authorities to adopt their proposed policy. Miami Lakes Mayor Manny Cid visited the class to give his ideas and discuss public policy. The class also visited with Miami-Dade County Commissioner, Rebecca Sosa, to discuss the topic and gain insight. This project has allowed the students to experience the real life process of policy making in government.
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New Optimist Clubhouse opens with inaugural Sports Hall of Fame Former Miami Dolphins head coach Don Shula headlined the inaugural class of the Miami Lakes Sports Hall of Fame inductees. Joining Shula was his former player tight end Jim Mandich, former MLB player Alex Ochoa and longtime Miami Lakes Optimist Club member Jack McCall. The induction ceremony for the 2017 class Hall of Fame took place May 13 during the grand opening of the new Optimist Club house at Miami Lakes Optimist Park. The selection committee, which included chairman and AP sports writer Tim Reynolds, vice chair Roman Garcia, secretary Carlos Alvarez and committee member Jim Hamilton, also a long time member of the Miami Lakes Optimist Club, voted unanimously for the four nominees to enter the Hall. According to Reynolds, the four inductees epitomized the basic criteria for selection, that being they have made significant contribution to sports and the local community. The committee reviewed ten candidates for the Hall of Fame, generated both internally and from the public, before selecting the inductees.
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Shula, a member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame, is still widely regarded as the best coach in NFL history. His record includes 347 victories, two Super Bowl championships as coach of the Dolphins, and he engineered the NFL's first and still only Perfect Season. Shula has also had enormous impact on the town as a businessman, with a hotel, restaurants and a golf course within the town bearing his name. Mandich was a Miami Lakes resident and longtime star tight end for the Miami Dolphins. After his playing days, he became a successful broadcaster and radio host for Miami Dolphins games, as well as a restaurateur and owner-operator of a drywall contracting company. He died in April 2011 from bile duct cancer, and his family – through the wildly successful fundraising Dolphins Cancer Challenge – continues his legacy and impact on the communi-
ty today. Ochoa, a Miami Lakes native born and still a resident of the town at this time, spent parts of eight seasons with six different Major League Baseball franchises before continuing his playing career in Japan. He was a career .279 batter in the majors, was part of the 2002 Anaheim Angels team that won the World Series, and now operates a training facility for major leaguers. McCall has spent 45 years as a coach, officer and volunteer for the Miami Lakes Optimist Club, plus overseeing the entire South Florida Optimist district. He has coached hundreds if not thousands of children over three generations, including even his own grandchildren. His commitment to his “Green Machine” team is unparalleled, and he is a member of the South Florida District Optimist International Hall of Fame.
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News and Notes from the Town of Miami Lakes Dr. Oscar Biscet visits Town Hall Senior baseball trips scheduled to Marlins games
DR. OSCAR ELIAS BISCET, a Cuban human and civil rights advocate, recently paid a visit to Miami Lakes Town Hall to meet with elected government officials. In 2007, thenPresident George W. Bush awarded Dr. Biscet the Presidential Medal of Freedom. He is pictured with Councilmember Frank Mingo (left) and Mayor Manny Cid.
Luis Garcia honored as Officer of the Quarter Miami Lakes Police Officer Luis Garcia was honored as “Officer of the Quarter” by the Town Council and Police Major George Perez at the May 2 Council meeting for his outstanding dedication to protect and serve the Miami Lakes community. Garcia was assigned to the Town in July 2016 after being hired by the Miami-Dade
County Police Department in 2013. During the first quarter of 2017, Garcia’s performance has been outstanding. Serving as acting Sergeant, he has demonstrated excellent judgment and leadership. He maintains an excellent working relationship with his coworkers, supervisors, and patrol officers from the surrounding areas.
Miami Lakes Elderly Affairs Committee will be providing free transportation to Town residents, 65 years and above, to attend “Wellmax Senior Thursdays” at five Miami Marlins games from June 1 to September 28. Transportation will be provided to Marlins Stadium directly from Town Hall, 6601 Main Street. Space is limited and reservations are required. The bus will depart Town Hall at 4:30 p.m. on game dates. Reservation will open one week prior to each game date and will remain open until all seats are filled. To reserve seating on the bus, contact Lisandra Alfonso at alfonsol@miamilakes-fl.gov, or call 305-3646100. The game schedule includes: Thursday, June 1, vs. Arizona Diamondbacks Thursday, June 29, vs. New York Mets Thursday, July 27, vs. Cincinnati Reds Thursday, August 31, vs. Philadelphia Phillies Thursday, September 28, vs. Atlanta Braves
Future Leaders scholarships go to M. Hernandez, E. Guio Miami Lakes Education Advisory Board (EAC) announced the winners of the 2017 Miami Lakes Future Leaders Scholarships presented by The Graham Companies. The two winners were commended for their accomplishments and introduced at the May 2 Town Council meeting. The $1,000 scholarships were awarded to Melany Hernandez and Esteban Guio. Hernandez, with a 5.077 GPA from School for Advanced Studies, will be attending Emory University. She hopes to become an anesthesiologist.
Guio, with a 5.168 GPA from Belen Jesuit Preparatory School, will be attending the University of Chicago. He hopes to become an attorney and run for political office in the future. Many Miami Lakes resident high school seniors who demonstrated extraordinary dedication to academic achievement and community service applied this year. The EAC expressed pride in Miami Lakes having so many bright and engaging young people and wished the students continued success throughout their college career and on.
Family Fun Day scheduled at final Super Saturday at Park West June 3 Town of Miami Lakes, in partnership with Miami-Dade County Commission chairman Esteban Bovo Jr.’s office, will host a Family Fun Day to conclude the Super Saturday in the Park Series from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, June 3, at Miami Lakes Picnic Park West, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue. The free family event will
include a family fair with activities for children and adults including carnival rides, raffles, music and more. Super Saturdays in the Park and the Town’s popular Farmer’s Market will return again in the Fall. For more information on upcoming events, visit www.iheartmiamilakes.com.
Seniors bridge tournament June 15 Miami Lakes Elderly Affairs Committee continues its 11th annual Senior Games Series with the Bridge Tournament on Monday, June 15, from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Mary Collins Community Center, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue. The final event in the Senior Games series will be the
Basketball Game on August 26 at Shula’s Athletic Club. Senior Games participants receive a snazzy t-shirt and medals are awarded to winners in each age division for the male and female groups. For more information, visit www.miamilakes-fl.gov/eac.
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News and Notes from the Town of Miami Lakes Town Council recognizes public safety heroes on May 2 Several community members were recognized for their accomplishments and community support at the May 2 Town Council meeting. The Council joined by Town Police Major George Perez and Battalion Chief Abel Fernandez for Fire Station 64, honored a group of public safety heroes including Alex Acosta, MiamiDade Fire Rescue; John Kenyan, Hialeah Fire Rescue; Sergeant Oscar Pla, Miami Dade Police Department; and Officers Kenny Torres and Carlos Ortiz of the Town’s Police Department. On April 26, in response to a severe car crash at N.W. 67 Avenue and Miami Lakes Drive, the selfless and heroic actions of these individuals (some off-duty) at the scene were truly worthy of recognition as they provided the first assistance to all involved and their actions paved the way for the integrity of the crash scene,
landing zone, and expeditious flow of traffic. A very fitting recognition as Public Service Recognition Week is held annually the week of May 7-13. A Public Service Recognition Week proclamation was bestowed to the entire Town of Miami Lakes personnel for their outstanding service to our community. Several students from the Bob Graham Educational Center’s (BGEC) Science Technology Engineering Mathematics (STEM) Academy Savage Robots Teams, were honored for finishing fifth of the 54 teams competing in the RoboSlam VEX IQ competition at the Miami Youth Fair. The team, led by teacher Marilyn Dieppa, also qualified and competed in the VEX IQ state competition for their STEM research project – a robotic walking cane for the blind fully equipped with a GPS and obstacle detector.
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Town receives 9th consecutive Playful City USA recognition For the ninth consecutive year, the Town of Miami Lakes has been recognized as a Playful City USA community. Playful City communities are acknowledged 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. “It’s an honor for our community top once again receive this special recognition,” said Mayor Manny Cid. “We pride ourselves in ensuring that there is access to playgrounds and
activities for all ages in an inclusive manner.” This year’s application featured the Town’s new Youth Center, nicknamed “The Spot,” which opened last November. “The Spot,” located close to local middle and high schools, offers a variety of quality innovative programs in such areas as arts, culture, education, health and wellness, recreation and skill development. By focusing on the “play” aspect of the Youth Center through the Open Hang Nights and fun field trips, the Town has
seen an increase in participation. In addition, a Youth Council, comprised of middle and high school students, was created to make decisions on programming and workshops, thus providing additional opportunities to assume leadership roles while building valuable skills for their future. Playful City USA is a national program from KaBOOM! that celebrates and promotes local policies that increase play opportunities for children.
Interactive transportation map on website Town of Miami Lakes announced an interactive Transportation Improvements Map has been added to the Town’s website at www.miamilakes-fl.gov/mobility. The new map allows users to click on each “pin” that identifies a specific transportation project. A pop up window then appears providing additional
information about the project, as well as links to access the project’s design plans. Based on ideas generated at the Town’s Transportation Summit, a list of strategies recommended for the Town to pursue was incorporated into the Town’s Strategic Plan, and Town staff was authorized to pursue the ideas with responsi-
ble outside agencies, as well as seek grant opportunities and legislative appropriations to implement the strategies. Each “pin” on the map indicates a project that was derived from the Transportation Summit. For more information, contact Transportation Planner Michelle Gonzalez at gonzalezm@miamilakes-fl.gov, or
TOWN OF MIAMI LAKES NOTICE IS HEREWITH GIVEN that meetings of the Town Council of the Town of Miami Lakes, Florida, and its committees, have been scheduled for the following dates, times and locations:
Veterans Committee Meeting Wednesday, May 17, 6:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Neighborhood Improvement Committee Meeting Thursday, May 18, 7:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. MIAMI LAKES TOWN COUNCIL recognized three Bob Graham Education Center students during the May 2 Council meeting for earning first, second and third place at the MiamiDade Science and Engineering Fair. The students are (from left) Ashley Pineda (second place), Armani Estrada (first place), and Cecilia Valle (third place). These students swept the International Bridge Competition against all other students in Miami-Dade County Public Schools on February 4. BGEC administration and staff congratulated the students and their teacher, Marilyn Dieppa.
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Public Safety Committee Meeting Tuesday, May 23, 6:30 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Cultural Affairs Committee Meeting Thursday, June 1, 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.
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Vista Memorial Gardens hosts Memorial Day event On Monday, May 29 at 10 a.m. the public is invited to honor America’s veterans at Vista Memorial Gardens and Funeral Home at 14200 N.W. 57 Avenue, Miami Lakes. “The flag does not fly
because of the winds that blow it. The flag flies because of each soldier’s las breath that blows it.” There will also be a flag placing ceremony on Sunday, May 28 at 9:30 a.m. For more information call 305-821-1421.
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Stu Wyllie honored with Boy Scouts’ Silver Beaver award The South Florida Council of Boy Scouts of America honored Stu Wyllie, president and CEO of The Graham Companies, on April 24 during the William “B” Graham Golf Tournament awards ceremony with the Silver Beaver Award. The honor is the Councillevel distinguished service award of Boy Scouts of America. It was introduced as an award in 1931. and is given to those who implement the Scouting program and perform community service through hard work, dedication, and many years of service. Wyllie was recognized by Scouting, primarily for his work with the William “B” Graham Golf Tournament. He served as co-chairman for the tournament for 19 years and chairman for five years. This tournament has raised
GRAHAM COMPANIES president and CEO Stu Wyllie receives the Silver Beaver Award from Brick Huffman, executive director of the South Florida Council, Boy Scouts of America (to his left) along with executive board members (from left) Mark Antonelli, Wayne Tracy and Fernando Aran. over $1 million for local scout- vide a Scouting program to the ing during its 40 years of exis- neediest youth in South Florida. tence which have helped pro-
Economic Development Committee hosts Business After Hours at Shula’s 2 on June 1 Miami Lakes Economic Development Committee (EDC) announced it will host a series of Business After Hours Networking Events at local restaurants. In response to a recent survey issued to the business community, many ambitious professionals were interested in networking opportuni-
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ties after hours. The first event will be held on Thursday, June 1, at the newly renovated Shula’s 2 located in Shula’s Hotel, 6842 Main Street. The Town’s EDC focuses on not only promoting economic development in Miami Lakes by attracting new businesses, but also ensuring that current
businesses and professionals remain pleased and ensure their desire to remain in the Town. Restaurants interested in participating, or anyone looking for more information about the Economic Development Committee, are asked to contact Nicole Singletary at singletaryn@miamilakes-fl.gov, or 305-512-7132.
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Graham Cos. appoints Jon Cervasio as project manager for 6600 Main As planning for the start of 6600 Main – Town project continues, Jon Cervasio has joined The Graham Companies as Project Manager. Cervasio will be the main point of contact for day-to-day operations on the project. He will coordinate the work of the general contractor and interaction with local businesses, the community and the Town of Miami Lakes. Cervasio started his construction career while he was in high school in residential construction. He worked his way up to the position of superintendent. From there, he started his own development and construction business. In 2009, Cervasio sold his business and moved to South Florida where he joined Facchina Construction as QAQC manager at the Grove at Grand Bay Condominiums in Coconut Grove. He also worked at the Miami Beach Convention Center renovation and expansion prior to joining The Graham Companies. Cervasio’s father was in the military and spent time moving around the country. During his teen years, Cervasio grew up
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Hotel Indigo hosts Puppy Prom happy hour on May 18 Local residents and their furry friends are welcome to the Canine Cocktails 3rd Annual Puppy Prom on Thursday, May 18, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Hotel
Indigo, 7601 Miami Lakes Drive. Guests will sip on cocktails and munch on appetizers as the event raises money and aware-
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Miami Lakes Branch Library sets May programs for kids and adults Miami Lakes Branch Library announced the following programs that are available for the public during May: For Children and Families: Talking is Teaching, Read, Sing for Toddlers – Stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. Best for ages 18 months to 3 years old. Scheduled at 11 a.m. on Thursdays, May 18 and 25. Library Lego Club – Join for monthly Lego builds at 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 20. Movies and Stories for Kids – Enjoy watching some of our favorite movies with your family and friends. Call or visit branch for movie listings. Scheduled at 3 p.m. on Wednesdays, May 17 and 31. Saturday Matinee – This month the branch is featuring Moana-Sing-Along. After the movie make your own Kakamora to take home. Presented by the Town of Miami Lakes Education Advisory Board at 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 27. Homeschool Science Class – Learn how to create different science projects. Space is limited, please contact branch to register. Meets at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, May 17. For Teens: Teen Club: Color and Chill – Stressed from school? Come and chill out while coloring with your friends. Materials will be provided. Best for ages 13 years and up at 5:30 p.m. on
Tuesday, May 30. Teen Club – Play video games, watch anime, draw or discuss books, at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 23. 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, May 19 and 26. Color Your Cares Away – Get social and try out the newest trend in relaxation and stress relief. All materials provided at 12:30 p.m. on Fridays, May 19 and 26. USCIS Information Table – U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service staff will
provide information, materials and answer general questions about the citizenship process, at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, May 22. Mario Diaz-Balart Outreach Table – A member of Congressman Mario DiazBalart’s staff will be available to discuss federal issues and address any concerns a constituent may have with a federal agency from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 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.
Auditions scheduled for July 4th National Anthem Miami Lakes Cultural Affairs Committee is inviting talented singers and groups to audition to sing the National Anthem at the 14th annual Fourth of July Concert and Fireworks Show. Auditions will be held at Town Hall, 6601 Main Street, at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, June 1. Auditions must be performed acappella and the National Anthem must be sung in the traditional manner with no styling or individual musical interpretation. Performers are required to be
available for the July 4th event from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Miami Lakes Picnic Park West, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue. The Fourth of July Concert and Fireworks Show draws more than 10,000 attendees and includes live music, food trucks and concludes with traditional fireworks. For more information, contact Community Engagement and Outreach manager Clarisell De Cardenas at decardenasc@ miamilakes-fl.gov, or 305-5127133.
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Miami Lakes Clubs, Professional & Volunteer Groups M.L. Garden Club May 22 7:00 pm MCCC M.L. Bridge Club Mondays 11:30 am MCCC M.L. Quilting Club Tuesdays 11:15 am MCCC M.L. Kiwanis 2nd/4th Thurs 6:30 pm Pamper..Chef M.L. Toastmasters 1st/3rd Tues. ML Educ. Center M.L. Lions Club 1st/3rd Tues, 7:00 pm Bev. Hills. MCCC: Mary Collins Community Center, 15151 N.W. 82 Ave. RACC: Robert Alonso Community Center, 16500 N.W. 87 Ave. MLOP is Miami Lakes Optimist Park, 6411 N.W. 162 Street MLPW is Miami Lakes Picnic Park West, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue
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Pace baseball team looks to win regional championship for 2nd year Monsignor Edward Pace’s baseball team defeated Gulliver Prep, 11-6, in a 5A regional quarterfinal game, setting up a district playoff rematch with district foe iMater Charter. Pace, enroute to the district championship, defeated iMater, 7-2, in the division tournament and the Knights were seeking redemption on May 16 at the Spartans’ home field. PACE HIGH SCHOOL’S baseball team celebrates its win over Gulliver Prep in a Regional Quarterfinal game.
The Pace team has defeated iMater in every regular season matchup. During the district and regional tournaments, Pace was led by senior pitchers Brandon Cruz and Brandon Diaz, and senior outfielders Nicholas San Marty, Bryan Diaz and Jeter Downs, who committed to the University of Miami. Pace (21-4) is seeking to win
American softball team loses to Gables in Region 4-9A semifinal After losing to Coral Gables in a GMAC semifinal game, American High’s softball team was seeking vengeance in the regional playoffs. But the Cavaliers seemed to
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AMERICAN HIGH senior infielder Karla Sosa shows off the four district championship trophies her team won during her high school career.
final, marking a rematch for the GMAC championship game. Two freshmen pitchers cooled off American’s hot bats and on offense, Coral Gables scored four runs in the first three innings. They led all the way. The lone score for American (13-7-1) came in the fourth inning, when Alexis Guzman hit a solo home run. The Patriots dominated Miami Beach, 15-0, in the regional quarterfinals, as American’s ace pitcher Ashley Alfonso (15-2) struck out five batters in three innings of work, and scored three RBI on offense. Before regional play, American won its seventh consecutive district championship with a 12-0 shutout victory over Hialeah.
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Goleman baseball team heads to regional showdown with McCarthy Barbara Goleman’s baseball team defeated American Heritage, 5-4, in 10 innings last week in a regional quarterfinal game, setting up a showdown with Broward’s Archbishop McCarthy in a semifinal match up. Goleman, which recently won its third consecutive district championship, got off to a strong start, scoring three runs in the first inning and kept the Patriots scoreless for five and half innings. The Gators added two more runs in the ninth inning to seal the victory. Goleman (18-9) faced Archbishop McCarthy (25-2), which is ranked No.13 in the nation, on Tuesday, May 16 at Alex Fernandez Field. The regional semifinal will be the first-ever game between the two teams. The Mavericks destroyed Miami Springs, 15-0, to advance to the semifinal game. The Gators defeated division rival, Miami Springs, 4-2, to win the district championship. Goleman head coach Tony Lopez said his team’s regular season games against elite teams helped them prepare for the regional playoffs featuring
BARBARA GOLEMAN’S baseball team celebrates winning District championship in defeat of American Heritage. the tougher teams from Broward County. He said in the past five years, the Gators were eliminated in the regional quarterfinal, facing strong pitchers on the mound and powerful hitters at the plate. The game against American Heritage was a flip-flop. Gators’ ace pitcher Adrian Garrastazu cooled off the Patriots’ hot bats and center
fielder John Urena’s batting was superb. Urena’s batting performance propelled Goleman to victory against Miami Springs. “I told my players we’ve been here before and I needed for them to step up, keep the energy going and stay positive,” Lopez said. “Pitching was the No. 1 thing that helped us win.”
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Perla Hantman endorses Bike-to-School Day May 12 Perla Tabares Hantman’s endorsement of National Biketo-School Day took place May 12 in coordination with the League of American Bicyclists' National Bike Month. Thousands of local events in 49 states and the District of
Columbia were organized to encourage children to safely bicycle or walk to school. The event builds on the popularity of Walk to School Day, which is celebrated around the world each October.
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Goleman’s softball team FIU freshman Shannon Saile wins third district title pitches 23rd complete game Florida International University freshman pitcher Shannon Saile struck out nine while throwing her 23rd complete game of the season in a 4-1 victory over Marshall last week. The win propelled the Panthers (45-12) into the C-USA softball championship game. Previously, Saile set a personal record with 14 strikeouts and tossed a complete-game, one-hit shutout, 3-0, of visiting WKU which kicked off a CUSA softball doubleheader at Felsberg Field and FIU Softball Stadium.
AFTER BEATING Miami Jackson to win the district championship for the third consecutive season, Barbara Goleman’s softball team fell to American Heritage, 15-0, in a regional 166A quarterfinal game that eliminated the Gators from the postseason. The Gators, who finished the season 20-10, were led by a group of star players, including pitcher and shortstop Natalie Costero, who was named Herff Jones Top Shula’s Golf Club is continuFemale Scholar Athlete for 2017. Costero, a Miami Herald Alling its summertime membership Dade player, will attend Lynn University in the Fall. offerings which include complimentary green fees on the Senator Course, complimentary bag storage, complimentary lockers, unlimited use of practice areas, cart fee of $29 per person per round, seven day advanced tee times, participation in MGA events and USGA handicap system. Family memberships include the member, their spouse, and children under 18. The summer membership offers full use of the facility from May 31 through October 31. For more information and for pricing visit 7601 Miami Lakes Drive or visit www.shulasgolfclub.com.
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Saile tied the league-high total for punchouts in a single game, the fourth 14-strikeout game by a C-USA pitcher this season. Saile needed one big hit, and she got it in the fifth inning, when redshirt senior Dani Mowry blasted the first pitch she saw in the fifth inning over the fence in left center for a three-run homer, her career-best sixth of the year. Saile was nearly perfect, hitting one batter in the first and giving up the bunt single in the fourth. She faced one more than the minimum for her seventh shutout of the season and 22nd complete game of her first collegiate campaign. Saile went from 10th to sixth in program history for total strikeouts in a
SHANNON SAILE season, at 184. It was the seventh time she pushed her strikeout total into double digits.
Pace’s Omar Padilla signs with STU
PACE SENIOR Omar Padilla has been a member of the school’s track and cross country teams since his freshman year and on May 11, he signed a letter of intent with a scholarship to St. Thomas University. Padilla (second from left) is joined (from left) by Pace head coach John Rolle, and St. Thomas coaches Carlos Maymi and Jesus Bautista.
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Mater Lakes Key Club is Mater Academy teacher awarded for its fundraising Larissa Perez honored by Mater Lakes Academy Key Kiwanis International in 1925 The College Board Club members, sponsored by and is the largest high school the Greater Miami Lakes Kiwanis, recently received two prestigious awards for their fundraising activities for Unique Family Autism and Epilepsy. This is the second year in a row that the Key Club has received the award for the most money raised by a school for the Epilepsy Foundation. In addition to participating in the walkathon, the Key Club members arrived at 6 a.m. to help the organization set up their walk-athon. The Key Club also received an award for their fundraising at the Unique Family Autism walk-a-thon where they raised $800 dollars for this cause. Key Club was established by
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Pace hosts STEM Boot Camp for middle schoolers By Rene D. Basulto Special to The Miami Laker Pace High School hosted its third annual Spartan STEM Boot Camp for students from fifth through eighth grade on May 6. Around 50 students from middle schools across South Florida enjoyed and learned with a day of activities related to science, technology, engineering, and math. Teachers from Pace’s Signature STEM Academy led sessions in Robotics/Coding, Engineering, Chemistry, and Biology. In the Robotics/Coding sessions led by Hedda Falcon, lead teacher for the STEM Academy Emerging Computer Technolo-
gies Program, students used an iPad app to program robots to drive and turn on paths on the floor. Each of the group’s coding and logic were displayed on the TVs within the school’s Innovation Center so that students could provide input and advice on how to program their robots. Luis Mayo, lead teacher for the STEM Academy Advanced Biomedical Sciences Program, and Pace science teacher Kevin Alegret taught campers in the Biology sessions about genetics and working with alleles by experimenting with and analyzing beans. For the Chemistry sessions,
campers mixed chemicals with beakers to see how antacids counteracted with acids, under the tutelage of Pace science teachers Dr. Enrique Dominguez and Scott Giberson. Jose Ramos and Laura Lima, lead teachers for the STEM Academy Engineering Program, directed campers in the Engineering sessions on how to design, create, and test catapults using popsicle stick, rubber bands, and bottle caps. After campers built their catapults, they tested them outdoors and indoors by launching small objects and seeing how far they flew.
Local students are winners in Youth Crime Watch Poster and Essay contests The Youth Crime Watch Poster and Essay Contest asked PACE HIGH science teacher Dr. Enrique Dominguez helps students in Miami-Dade County campers analyze antacids and acids during a Chemistry ses- to submit essays and posters to sion for Monsignor Edward Pace High School’s Spartan reflect how communities and individuals can help make a difSTEM Boot Camp on May 6. ference in youth violence.
Among the winners in the high school division for the poster portion of the contest were local students Daniela Marin, sophomore at Goleman Senior High School who won first place, and Greter Gutierrez, sophomore at Goleman Senior High School who won third place.
The contest winner in the middle school division for the essay contest was second place winner Carolina Garcia, seventh grader at Bob Graham Education Center. The high school division winner for the essay contest was Barbara Goleman Senior High freshman, Chika Ojukwu.
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Youth Co-Op students exhibit at Congressional art competition Youth Co-Op Preparatory Charter School students Carlos Betancourt, (11th grade) and George Corchado, (12th grade), exhibited their artworks at the 2017 Annual Congressional Art Competition “An Artistic Discovery.” The event was held at the Mary Collins Community Center located at 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue in Miami Lakes. Students participating will meet and take pictures with Congressman Mario-Diaz Balart of District 25. Artwork judged at this event, if chosen, will be sent to go on display in the Canon Tunnel in Washington D.C. Betancourt submitted two black and white linoleum prints “Villa Alleyway” and “Mailboxes.” His artwork is graphic and bold. It explores the everyday life and culture of his hometown in Hialeah. Corchado submitted a self portrait. His work “Untitled” is a mixed-media oil on paper painting. His work explores urban life and graffiti. He will be graduating this year and will
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Longtime Lakes resident Javier Gil graduates from U. of M. School of Law
Javier Gil, a longtime Miami Lakes resident, graduated from the University of Miami School of Law with a Juris Doctor degree on May 11. He is the son of local residents and proud parents Mayte and Nestor Quiros. The 23-year-old kickstarted his academic career by enrolling into Miami Dade College’s School for Advanced Studies, a nationally recognized collegiate high school, which concurrently earned him a high school diploma and associates degree by the age of 18. He entered into the University of Florida to complete his final two years for a bachelor’s degree in Psychology and was then accepted into the University of Miami for his J.D. He plans to YOUTH CO-OP art students Carlos Betancourt (left) pursue entertainment law and and George Corchado are pictured with their art intellectual property law after instructor Stephanie Rodriguez. passing the Bar Exam. be attending the fine arts pro- illustrator, who currently teachgram at Broward Community es High School Drawing and AP College in the Fall. Art History classes at the The students are led by School. Miami Lakes resident Stephanie Rodriguez, an art educator and
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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
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
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 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
Palm Vista Community Church
M.L. United Methodist Church
Meeting at Miami Lakes Middle 6425 Miami Lakeway North Telephone: 305-822-6999 Worship Service.........................10 AM
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.)
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
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
By R.A. Romero The Miami Laker staff Goleman High School sophomore Rakia Walker’s academic achievements and skill have earned her a spot in the prestigious University of Miami’s Scholar Program in Business, Ethics and Leadership. No other student at Goleman has earned this internship. With the help of her mom, Rewa, Walker found out about the program which aligned perfectly with Walker’s goals and passion – business and leadership. The program offers high school students a leg-up on the transition to a college environment by having students stay on campus for three weeks. Walker is a part of Goleman’s Hospitality and Tourism Magnet Program and
plans to run her own business in the industry in the future. She has also been a part of the nonprofit organization Break Through Miami, since third grade. The program helps students become leaders, achievers, and explore options for academic success. “I like money and I like leading people,” said Walker. “If I had a business it would be progressive and fun.” Walker’s dream school is Florida State University and she plans to major in business. Walker cites her mom as a source of inspiration for her drive. “My mom wants the best for me,” said Walker. “I love her very much and I try hard to make her proud.” The cost to stay on campus
RAKIA WALKER and a meal plan for the internship is a financial burden totaling over $7,500 for Walker and her mother to fund. Those interested in donating to Walker’s fundraising for the University of Miami internship can contact rakiawalkerdonations@hotmail.com.
North Palm Baptist Church
8201 N.W. 186 Street Telephone: 305-829-0049 Spanish service.............................9 AM English service.......................12:30 PM Tuesday (Spanish).........................7 PM Wednesday (English)....................7 PM
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Goleman student Rakia Walker earns Univ. of Miami internship
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 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.
Youth Co-Op Charter School student Amy Rodriguez places first in map art contest Youth Co-Op Preparatory Charter School fourth grade student Amy Marie Doval Valdes Rodriguez was selected as first place winner in the 2017 Barbara Petchenik Children’s World Map Drawing Competition. Judges, which included artists, cartographers, and geography teachers, chose their favorite maps along with international participants at the 2017 American Association of Geographers (AAG) Conference in Boston. Rodriguez’s drawing titled, YOUTH CO-OP’S Amy Rod- “Earth — A Fascinating Place riguez pictured with her art Deep, Deep Inside the Milky Way,” was also considered a teacher Jessica Castillo.
“Public Favorite” and qualified as a finalist for the International Children’s World Map Drawing Competition, to be held in Washington, DC during the 2017 International Cartographic Conference in July. Receiving honorable mentions were third grader Olivia Boidanich for “Volley Earth;” first grader Gabby Marie Doval Valdes Rodriguez, “Gabby is Thankful for the Earth;” fourth grader Jose Manuel Garcia Cejas, “If There Was Only 1 Channel;” third grader Anthony Proenza, “If the World Could Be Green.” These students are led by art teacher Jessica Castillo.
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BGEC Bobcat Jumpers qualify for national event
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Alessia Ortega graduates with honors from Hialeah Gardens High Alessia Michelle Ortega, born and raised in Miami Lakes, is graduating Summa Cum Laude from Hialeah Gardens Senior High School in June. Ortega was selected as the
female Scholar Athlete of the year at HGSH and attended the Miami-Dade Scholar Athlete Luncheon in which she was the recipient of a Junior Orange Bowl Scholarship. Ortega participated in three sports – soccer, swimming and water polo. She is Editor-in-Chief of the Yearbook, Secretary of Future Business Leaders of America,
and a member of The National Honor Society. Ortega was awarded the Gold and Blue Scholarship from Florida International University, where she will major in Communications. Her parents, Jeanette Rodriguez and Carlos Ortega celebrated Ortega for her dedication, perseverance, and achievement.
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BOB GRAHAM EDUCATION CENTER’S Bobcat Jumpers participated in the USA Jump Rope Regional Qualifying Tournament which was held on April 1. The top five jumpers in each event qualify for the national tournament which will take place in Orlando. The Bobcat Jumpers had a successful day of competition and many jumpers qualified for the national tournament. The school thanked coach Jeff Tandlich for his hard work and dedication in getting the team ready for competition.
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Great second floor corner unit in private (gated) Regatta Pointe community located on west side of Miami Lakes. Newer A/C and new water heater. Vaulted ceilings with plenty of windows, lots of natural light. Large utility/aundry room. Hurricane shutters, large balcony, spacious master bathroom and walk-in closet. Community pool.
Move in condition! 1-story house in sought after Lake Elizabeth subdivision. Upgraded kitchen with lots of extras. Wine cooler, lazy susan, pull out drawers & appliance garage. Exterior features lush landscaping including Royal and Date Palms, accordion shutters, circular driveway w/approach & keystone front porch.
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Great condo in move in condition. Ground level overlooking the lake. Beautiful kitchen with breakfast nook, wine cooler and dishwasher. Washer and dryer inside the unit. Excellent location near Sawgrass Mall, Publix and I-75. Bathroom recently remodeled. Amenities include picnic area and community pool.
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Royal Oaks - Miami Lakes
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Enjoy breathtaking long lake views in a unique home perfecty located in gated golf course community. Courtyardstyle home has 5 bed/ 3 baths. Oversize 15,000 s.f. lot. Topof-line renovations. Home has all impact doors/windows, and soaring high volume ceilings throughout. $975,000.
Extravagant 5 bedroom/5 bath home with recent bathroom renovations including marble finishes from floor to ceiling, newly remodeled kitchen with state-of-the-art finishes. Can be converted to original 6 bed size. Specatular landscaping, covered patio overlooking lovely lake and serene pool area. $1,150,000.
4 bed/ 2.5 bath home located in exclusive gated golf course community of Loch Lomond, Ever-ending golf course views througohout, all wod/marble floors, 2-car garage, spacious gourmet-style kitchen w/Sub-Zero fridge, granite counters, wood cabinets, large covered patio and lovely pool area. $985,000.
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Loch Lomond - Miami Lakes This 1-story 4/5 bedroom, 3 bath home features elgant remodeled kitchen with wood cabinets, all S/S appliances, granite couonter tops, eat-in breakfast/lunch seating. All Impact windows/doors. Large covered patio overlooking lovely pool area, lush landscaping, generous backyard. $720,000.
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Stunning 4/3 home featuring soaring high volume ceilings, spacious gourmet kichen w/all S/S appliances, wood cabiinetry, granite counters & cozy breakfast area. Downstairs guest bedroom/bath, large master w/balcony & oversized walk-in closets. Outdoor summer kitchen in pool area. $465,000.
Renovated 4 bed/4 bath plus den home located in Golf Course community. Modern detail throughout w/granite countertops, wood cabinets and all new S/S appliances plus new marble floors. Newly redone bathrooms, all impact doors/windows. Cascade pool overlooking golf course. $615,000.
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