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The original northwest Miami-Dade community newspaper for the Town of Miami Lakes & surrounding areas Vol. 40 No 22
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MIAMI LAKES, FLORIDA
Barbara Goleman Senior High celebrates 20th anniversary with pep rally, alumni reunion
FOUNDING Barbara Goleman Senior High School principal, Jorge Sotolongo (left), Mayor Wayne Slaton (center) and current principal Joaquin Hernandez are pictured at Goleman's 20th Anniversary Grand Alumni Homecoming Celebration. (See story on Page 3)
NOVEMBER 21, 2014
Incumbent Councilmember Ceasar Mestre Jr. easily wins re-election The Miami Laker staff Miami Lakes Councilmember Ceasar Mestre easily won another four-year term in office defeating political neophyte Xiomara Pazos in November’s general election, which experienced a low voter turnout despite being placed on the ballot for one of the most intense and closest Gubernatorial races in Florida history. According to the Miami-Dade elections department, Mestre, an attorney, mustered 64 percent (4,688) to retain Seat 6, while Pazos collected 6 percent (2,589) in the November 5 election, in which only 7,539 residents voted either at the polls or by absentee ballot. Among 23,000 residents, about 15,212 are Miami Lakes registered voters. Mestre, who had a $58,000 war
chest for a small-town election, won despite a recent published report casting a cloud over some of his campaign contributors, who are connected to the potential sale and development of residential and commercial project along N.W. 87 Avenue north of Miami Lakes Drive. Some of the parties, including Miami-based Lennar Corporation, real estate broker Wayne Rinehart and former Hialeah mayor Julio Robaina, made contributions to Mestre’s campaign. At his victory party at Trattoria Pampered Chef in Miami Lakes, Mestre expressed his gratitude to his supporters. “I want to thank everyone, but a special thanks to the Miami Lakes team,” Mestre said referring to the entire Town Council endorsing his candidacy. “These guys showed
CEASAR MESTRE JR. me what a team really is about.” Pazos, who is CEO and president of Professional Medical Transportation Corporation in Hialeah, raised $13,666 for her
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Halloween Costume Contest online winners are revealed
Our Lady of the Lakes Children’s Fashion Show is a stylish success
THE MIAMI LAKER congratulates the winners in its town-wide Halloween Costume Contest. In first place, winning two free Cobb movie tickets, is a double submission by sisters Emmy and Lola Martinez as a dark angel and dark bride. Second and third place winners are pictured on Page 5.
OUR LADY OF THE LAKES’ 8th-grade girl models are pictured during their walk on the runway during the school’s annual Children’s Fashion Show on October 11. (See story and photo on Page 4)
A Look Inside:
n Festival of Lights kicks off the holiday season on Main Street on November 29............2
n News and Notes of interest from the Town of Miami Lakes. See pages...........................6 & 7
n Miami Lakes Chamber’s Business Expo scheduled for December 4............................11
n Four Pace High seniors selected to perform in Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade............19
n Over 700 participated in Miami Lakes’ 35th annual Veterans Day Parade................3
n Brazilian Jiu Jitsu stduio opens in Cypress Village Shopping Center.......................8
n Miami Outlaws baseball team advances to Super NIT tourney in Orlando..................16
n Community Calendar, 13, School, sports and church news, 16-24 Classified ads.........25-27
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Festival of Lights kicks off holiday season on Nov. 29 The Graham Companies and the Main Street Merchants will celebrate the historic 30th Annual Main Street Festival of Lights on Saturday, November 29, from 6 to 10 p.m. After a day of feasting with family, friends, and early morning shopping on Black Friday, come to Downtown Miami Lakes to relax and enjoy the opening of the Holiday Season on Main Street. The 30th Annual Main Street Festival of Lights has become a historical, community tradition in
South Florida. The Festival of Lights is a free event open to the public and falls on Small Business Saturday, an opportunity to take advantage of the open Main Street stores for holiday shopping. Numerous local restaurants, shops and attractions will be open for visitors of all ages to enjoy, including a meet and greet and photo with Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus, and a Kids Zone with face painting, crafts, games, music and more.
Over 700 participated in Miami Lakes 35th annual Veterans Day Parade Despite an overcast and somewhat wet Sunday, November 9, a large crowd of Miami Lakes residents and visitors showed their support for all branches of the U.S. Armed Forces during the 35th annual Miami Lakes Veterans Day Parade which marched down Ludlam Road with more than 700 participants. Mayor Wayne Slaton and Councilmembers waved to the crowd and threw candy to the youngsters, along with State Senator Rene Garcia and MiamiDade Commissioner Esteban Bovo Jr. Other parade participants included several local high school bands, sports clubs, a variety of scouting units and many other local and national organizations. Grand Marshal Miami Lakes resident Alex Sanchez, Second Class Petty Officer in the U.S. Navy, dressed in his Navy Enlisted Dress Blues and led the parade with pride. Sanchez was deployed to Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom, where he earned much recognition including the prestigious Navy Marine Corps Achievement Medal. “Over the years, the Miami Lakes Veterans Day Parade has become a great tradition in our community,” said Slaton. “Thanks to the town’s Cultural Affairs and Veterans Committees, and all of the parade participants for making this day so special for our veterans and their families. Immediately following the
MIAMI LAKES VETERANS DAY PRADE Grand Marshal U.S. Navy Petty Officer Second Class Alex Sanchez (center) is joined by the Town Council during ceremonies following the parade. Pictured (from left) Councilmember Nelson Rodriguez, Vice Mayor Manny Cid, Councilmembers Frank Mingo and Tim Daubert, Mayor Wayne Slaton, and Councilmembers Ceasar Mestre and Tony Lama. parade, a special ceremony was held at Town Hall in front of the “V is for Veterans Memorial” where Slaton and the Town
Council honored Sanchez and all Miami Lakes veterans with speeches and the presentation of a folded American flag.
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Councilmembers sworn in on Nov. 6 Barbara Goleman Senior High
celebrates 20th anniversary with pep rally, alumni reunion
(Continued from Page 1) campaign. She ran on a platform of no new taxes and fees, cutting government waste, keeping families safe and shielding Miami Lakes’ quality of life. “Our town requires responsible management and common sense leadership to ensure effective governance that responds to the needs of all the people,” Pazos said. Mestre was the only incumbent who had to hit the campaign trail. Councilmembers Tim Daubert and Frank Mingo ran unopposed and won another four-year term in office. Also on the November 5 ballot, residents amended the town charter on future annexation considerations, allowing equal appointments for the town’s committees, and approving a straw ballot to resume pursuing an independent zip code for Miami Lakes. Eighty-five percent (6,393) of voters approved the charter change to require that future annexation proposals must be first approved by them in a referendum. Seventy one percent (4,777) of voters approved the amendment to allow all councilmembers to appoint residents to the town’s committees; 84 percent (5,975) of voters approved of Miami Lakes’ efforts to get its own zip code. In other races of local interest, former Miami-Dade County Property Appraiser Pedro J. Garcia defeated former State Rep. Eddy Gonzalez, 58 percent to 42 percent to regain his former post. State Rep. Manny Diaz Jr. retained his District 103 seat by defeating Benjamin F. De Yurre, 58 percent to 42 percent, and State Rep. Jose Oliva retained his District 110 seat by defeating Nelson Millan, 69 percent to 31 percent.
MIAMI LAKES newly elected Councilmembers Ceasar Mestre Jr., Tim Daubert and Frank Mingo were installed during a swearing in ceremony at Town Hall on November 6. Pictured (from left) State Rep. Jose Oliva who installed Mingo, State Rep. Manny Diaz Jr., Vice Mayor Manny Cid, Mayor Wayne Slaton, Daubert who was installed by his daughter, Ashley, Mestre, Mingo, Councilmember Nelson Rodriguez, State Senator Rene Garcia, and Hialeah Mayor Carlos Hernandez who installed Mestre.
Barbara Goleman Senior High School celebrated its 20th Anniversary Grand Alumni Homecoming Celebration on Saturday, November 8. The day was filled with exciting events that kept the visiting alumni, over 400 in total, entertained and engaged. In celebration of its anniversary, the school treated all attending alumni to an Alumni PepRally. Entertainment included performances by the Jewels Dance Team, Goleman Cheerleaders, and Goleman Dazzlers, with a special appearance by alumni William Levy, Cuban American actor. The pep-rally also included a touching session of Goleman rem-
iniscing among former principals, Jorge Sotolongo and Dr. Marcos Moran, and former teachers. A proclamation by Miami Lakes Mayor Slaton concluded the event. The alumni were also able to look back on some of the most memorable athletic performances of Barbara Goleman history with the attendance and recognition of former members of the football, basketball, and baseball state champion teams. After the inschool festivities, alumni, faculty, and current students alike were invited to Milander Park to support the Goleman Gator football team in Barbara Goleman’s 20th homecoming football game.
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Our Lady of the Lakes Children’s Fashion Show is a stylish success Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic School’s 18th annual Children’s Fashion Show and luncheon was labeled a stylish fundraising success. The show was held October 11 at the Doubletree Miami Airport Convention Center and featured 125 student models, from pre-kindergarten through 8th grade, and drew more than 600 guests. The event is the largest fundraiser for the first half of the school year and money raised goes towards the “Lend-a-Hand Scholarship Program” that provides tuition assistance to families in need, and the educational needs of the school. This year’s theme was “Old Country Road” and students performed to a variety of music as they walked the runway. Music and dance was choreographed by Teresita Miranda of Miranda Productions, and showcased the students’ special talents. Roxanne Vargas, Entertainment Host and reporter for “6 in the Mix” on NBC 6 South Florida, served as the MC. School administrators expressed their appreciation to the Fashion Show executive committee, the class representatives, the backstage helpers and the many people that helped before and during the event along with the students and their families for their patience, commitment and enthusiasm. Event Grand Sponsor was BLACC Boutique. Diamond sponsors included Mr. and Mrs. Rey &
OUR LADY OF THE LAKES’ boy models who participated in the school’s “Old Country Road” annual Children’s Fashion Show on October 11. Beatriz Diaz, Oliva Cigar Company, and Simply Healthcare. Clothes modeled by the students were provided by Dillard’s of
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Main Street Playhouse hosts ‘Comedicopia’ November 29 The Main Street Players present “Comedicopia,” a collection of eight short comedic skits written by local playwright Fred Kaplan. Billed as theater for audiences with attention deficit disorder, this former musician and entertainment agent has brought together six actors, eight plays, fifteen
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News and Notes from the Town of Miami Lakes Michael Whitehead band is featured performer at Town’s 10th Concert on the Fairway Miami Lakes Cultural Affairs Committee is hosting the 10th annual Concert on the Fairway at 7 p.m. on Saturday, November 22, at Shula’s Golf Club, 7601 Miami Lakes Drive. The free concert will feature the renowned talent of Michael Whitehead and the Final Countdown Band. Whitehead and his bands have been performing from Chicago to Key West, entertaining thousands of fans for nearly 10 years.
Attendees are invited to gather on the lawn with blankets, chairs, picnic baskets, friends and families for an evening of relaxing music under the stars. Food and drinks will be available for purchase. For more information, contact Committees and Special Events coordinator Clarisell De Cardenas at decardenasc@miamilakesfl.gov. or by calling 305-3646100.
Town schedules two Town Hall meetings for proposed Dog Park Miami Lakes is known for its beautiful tree-lined streets, parks and green spaces. With a commitment to continue “Growing Beautifully,” the Town has recently embarked on a renewed urban beautification effort to reach this goal not only for residents, but furry residents as well. Over the past several years, there have been requests from Miami Lakes dog owners to have their very own dog park. Last year, the Town agreed to lease a parcel
of property from the Florida Department of Transportation located at the southern end of N.W. 77 Court, with suitable conditions for a dog recreation area adjacent to future proposed trails and facilities. The proposed Dog Recreation Area is planned to have separate fenced areas for both large and small dogs, a parking lot, water fountain, and shaded picnic shelter. The Town will host two public meetings to gain resident input on
the proposed Dog Recreation Area concept and design. The meetings will be held on Wednesday, December 3, from 7 to 8 p.m. at Mary Collins Community Center, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue; and Saturday, December 6, from 10 to 11 a.m. in Town Hall Council Chambers, 6601 Main Street. For more information, contact Community Services director Daniel Hopkins at 305-364-6100, or via email at hopkinsd@miamilakes-fl.gov.
Town joins with Loving Soles for Thanksgiving shoe drive collection
MICHAEL WHITEHEAD and his Final Countdown Band will be performing during the Town of Miami Lakes’ 10th annual Concert on the Fairway on November 22.
Miami Lakes has partnered with Loving Soles for the second year in an effort to collect shoes for the needy in time for the Thanksgiving holiday. The local charity dedicated to providing shoes to Miami’s homeless, founded by Tony Garcia, Dr. Daryl Gershbein, Dr. John McGoohan and Ileana McGoohan’s teenage children, will donate gently worn shoes to Camillus House and Catholic Charities. “As we approach the Holiday season, we’re reminded of our good fortune and the importance
of helping others,” said Councilmember Tony Lama. “Last year, our community donated over 400 pairs of shoes. With the help of Loving Soles, and the residents of our community, I know we can exceed last year’s numbers.” The shoe drive is scheduled to
take place throughout November. Bring your gently worn shoes to Town Hall, 6601 Main Street, until November 21. For information, contact Gina Inguanzo via email at inguanzog@miamilakes-fl.gov, or at 305-364-6100.
Elderly Affairs Committee sets Senior Holiday Social Dec. 13 Miami Lakes Elderly Affairs Committee is inviting seniors to attend the annual Senior Holiday Social from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, December 13, at the Roberto Alonso Community Center at Royal Oaks Park, 16500 N.W. 87 Avenue. The free event will feature a holiday lunch, door prizes, raffles, and lively entertainment to get attendees in the holiday spirit. Santa Claus will be collecting unwrapped toys for children 12
years and under. Space is limited and reservations are required to attend. Deadline to register is Wednesday, December 10. For more information and/or to make reservations, contact Special Events and Committees coordinator Clarisell De Cardenas at 305-364-6100, or via email at decardenasc@miamilakes-fl.gov. Transportation is available for residents by calling at least 72 hours in advance.
Vice Mayor Manny Cid on ‘Engaging Millennials’ panel at Fla. League of Cities forum Miami Lakes Vice Mayor Manny Cid was invited to participate in the Florida League of Cities 54th annual Legislative Conference as a panelist in the “Engaging Millennials” workshop. The second the League’s annual meetings, the conference sets legislative policies and priorities for the upcoming session of the Legislature. Over the course of the two-day meeting, attendees heard speakers at general sessions, par-
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ticipated in workshops and attended legislative policy committee meetings. “I was honored to be a panelist during this very dynamic discussion that focused on developing tomorrow’s leaders,” said Cid. The Florida League of Cities is the united voice for Florida’s municipal governments. Its goals are to serve the needs of Florida’s cities and promote local self-government.
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News and Notes from the Town of Miami Lakes More than 50 volunteers recognized for work on town’s Halloween event Town of Miami Lakes and its Youth Activities Task Force (YATF) gave special recognition to the more than 50 volunteers who donated their time to make “Nightmare on Montrose” on Halloween night a “spooktacular” success at its new location at Miami Lakes Picnic Park West. “Special thanks to the YATF chaired by Lynn Matos and all of its volunteers,” said Councilmember Nelson Rodriguez, whose son Brian, served as the co-chair for the event. “The volunteers are really what makes our Town and these events a success. We couldn’t do it without them.” Throughout the year, the Town continues to offer high school students chances to earn volunteer hours for high school graduation. For more information, send an email to Special Events and Committees coordinator Clarisell De Cardenas at decardenasc@ miamilakes-fl.gov.
STUDENT VOLUNTEERS who joined the Town’s Youth Activities Task Force in hosting “Nightmare on Montrose” were honored by the committee and Town officials for their commitment and dedication to the project.
16th annual Bike Rodeo and Safety Day scheduled for December 6 at Town Hall Miami Lakes Youth Activities Task Force, in partnership with the Miami-Dade Police Department’s Town of Miami Lakes Section, will host the 16th annual Bike Rodeo and Safety Day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, December 6, at Town Hall, 6601 Main Street. The free event, which is open to the public, will provide participating children bicycle safety training and the opportunity to interact with various branches of law enforcement officers. The Police Department will also hold a motorcycle demonstration, a crowd favorite. The first 150 kids who register
will receive a free bike helmet courtesy of Miami Children’s Hospital’s Miami Lakes Outpatient Center. Food, beverages and entertainment will be provided, along with the opportunity to win new bikes and other prizes. The event is sponsored by the Town of Miami Lakes, Youth Activities Task Force, Andy’s Police Supply and Miami Children’s Hospital. For more information, contact Special Events and Committees coordinator Clarisell De Cardenas at 305-364-6100 or by email at decardenasc@miamilakes-fl.gov.
Daniel Hopkins rejoins town Daniel Hopkins has returned to the Town of Miami Lakes and is the current director of Community Services. Eight years ago, he served as the town’s Parks and Recreation Director. Over the past 30 years, Hopkins has worked for six government entities and served as a department director for four of those organizations. As a director responsible for Parks, Recreation, Conservation, Cultural Resources and Community Services in three different states, Hopkins has gained a wide range of local government experience.
Town hosts toy drive now to Dec. 6 for the Marine Corps Reserve’s Toys for Tots In an initiative by Councilmember Tim Daubert, who served in the U.S. Marine Corps as a Military Policeman, the Town of Miami Lakes will host a toy drive for the Marine Corps Reserve’s Toys for Tots throughout November and part of December. Residents are encouraged to bring unwrapped boys for children up to the age of 16 by Friday, December 12, to Town Hall, 6601 Main Street. The objectives of Toys for Tots are to help less fortunate children throughout the United States experience the joy of Christmas; to play an active role in the development of one of the nation’s most valuable resources – children; to unite all members of local com-
munities in a common cause for three months each year during the annual toy collection and distribution campaign; and to contribute to better communities in the future. Over the years, Marines have established close working relationships with social welfare agencies, churches and other local community agencies which are well qualified to identify needy children in the community, and play important roles in the distribution of the toys. For more information, contact Gina Inguanzo via email at inguanzog@miamilakes-fl.gov, or at 305-364-6100. For more information about Toys for Tots, or to make a monetary donation, visit www.toysfortots.org.
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:
BTR Study Commission Meeting Monday, November 24, 5:30 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Neighborhood Improvement Committee Meeting Tuesday, December 2, 7:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Youth Activities Task Force Wednesday, December 3, 7:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Dog Recreation Area Town Hall Meeting Wednesday, December 3, 7:00 PM Mary Collins Community Center, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue, Miami Lakes, Fla. Cultural Affairs Committee Meeting Thursday, December 4, 7:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Dog Recreation Area Town Hall Meeting Saturday, December 6, 10:00 AM 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.
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Please be advised that two or more Councilmembers may be in attendance at the above events/meetings. This Notice dated November 14, 2014 at Miami Lakes, Fl. Majorie Tejeda-Castillo, Town Clerk
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Cypress Village Shopping Center in Miami Lakes, Rilion Gracie Jiu Jitsu of Miami Lakes. Classes have already begun but an official grand opening will take place on Saturday, December 6 at 2 p.m. with a live demonstration by Master Rilion Gracie and the opportunity to win a free 6 month membership. Since his first encounter with Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Ramirez has grown to have deep appreciation and respect for the art, enough so to start his own studio with Rilion Gracie's blessing, son of Carlos Gracie, one of the founders of the Brazilian style Jiu Jitsu. Ramirez thought to bring the studio to Miami Lakes, his hometown. “It’s not anybody who can open a Gracie school and represent the name and open the door to receive students, but Carlos, he has great potential. He assimilated one hundred percent into the philosophy, the technique, and he’s ready to have a school and represent the Gracie name,” said Rilion. Jiu Jitsu, which originated in Japan, was the art of the samurai for fighting opponents without weapons. The points of weakness were the neck and limbs since the rest of the body was armored, so Jiu Jitsu closes the distance between the fighter and the oppo-
MASTER RILION GRACIE (center) is joined by Roggan Gracie (left), and Carlos Ramirez, the owner of the new Brazilian Jiu Jitsu studio now open in the Cypress Village Shopping Center. nent, taking the person to the ground and finishing the fight using submission. It is an art that leverages skill over size. Rilion Gracie's father and uncle, Carlos and Helio Gracie, changed the style of Japanese Jiu Jitsu, a result of their small stature and advanced skill in taking down much larger opponents which brought attention to the style which was later dubbed Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. “It’s not really a striking martial art, instead Jiu Jitsu focuses on controlling the opponent and finishing the fight on the ground,” said Ramirez. “The thing about Jiu Jitsu is that you can practice it at a high level without going to work the next day with your face bruised up.” Gracie is a famous name in the martial arts world, one that Rilion represents with his long career in the art, beginning at a young age and going strong today with his presence at his Coral Gables stu-
dio. Gracie also plans to make appearances at the Miami Lakes location to lead classes. “Our system is a complete form of self-defense. But our focus is on submission. And anyone has the potential to take down the opponent of any size,” said Gracie. “He is a point of reference,” said Ramirez about Gracie. “The fact that we have this opportunity, to learn from him, is unique.” Though competing is not pushed on members, instructors take a more relaxed approach to competing, but those who do compete often still attend tournaments and win. One introductory class is free for all who are interested in joining. Class times are varied but can be found online, along with more information, at www.riliongraciemiamilakes.com. Classes are available for adults and children as well as private one-on-one sessions.
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The Miami Laker offers ‘25 Days of Holideals’ for area shoppers As the holiday season fast approaches, shopping for gifts conjures images of mile-long lines, frantic shoppers, early morning rushes and late night hassles. Rather than visiting crowded malls this season, stay close to home to find a gift for everyone on your list. The Miami Laker's 25 Days of Holideals will feature one retailer in Miami Lakes on each day, beginning November 29, the Saturday after Thanksgiving known as Small Business Saturday, and will end on Tuesday, December 23 for a full 25 days of neighborhood deals and discounts. 25 Days of Holideals launches on the same night The Miami Lakes Festival of Lights kicks off on Main Street for a familyfriendly event, full of festivities and early shopping opportunities. To keep track of daily deals, follow The Miami Laker on Twitter, like us on Facebook and check our website, www.miamilaker.com.
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M.L. Chamber’s Business Expo set for December 4
MIAMI LAKES CHAMBER OF COMMERCE’S 2013 Business Expo attracted a large crowd of business leaders and professionals to Shula’s Hotel on Main Street.
Miami Lakes Chamber of Commerce, with a sponsorship from the Town of Miami Lakes’ Economic Development Committee, will host the annual Business Expo from 5 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, December 4, at Shula’s Hotel’s Grand Ballroom. The Expo is the Chamber’s signature event and a tradition of the business community commencing with a ceremonial ribbon cutting at 4:45 p.m. with town officials and business leaders to reaffirm their commitment to the economic growth of Miami lakes. Companies and organizations have the opportunity to exhibit their products and services, generate new leads, and make new contacts. Admission is free and no
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Martha Jane Toms celebrates her 90th birthday MARTHA JANE TOMS, widow of Gerry Toms, a lifetime associate of The Graham Companies and former president of Graham Farms, celebrated her 90th birthday on October 4. The birthday party was held at Elizabeth and Bill Brinegar’s home with a theme of “born in the ‘20’s and roaring into her 90’s.” Guests were dared to wear ‘20’s attire and they did, including most of Martha Jane’s grandchildren traveling from as far as Boulder, Colorado, and Cary, North Carolina. She is pictured with her son, Tommy Toms, the current president of Graham Farms. Martha Jane and Gerry were married 63 years and were the first homeowners in Miami Lakes with their residence in Loch Ness.
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Miami Lakes Branch Library hosts free public events during November Miami Lakes Branch Library announced the following programs are available for the public during November: For Children and Families: Reading Ready Toddler Storytime - Stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their care givers at 11 a.m. on Thursday, November 20. Family Game Day! – Take a break from holiday stress and enjoy classic board games for the whole family. From Sorry to Chess to Legos and Monopoly, there is something to entertain family and friends at 3 p.m. on Saturday, November 29. For Teens: Teen Club presents Hour of Code – Bright and Smart presents an Hour of Code. Using Scratch, teens will design and create on the
computer. For ages 12-18. Made possible by the Town of Miami Lakes Education Advisory Board. Meets at 3 p.m. on Saturday, November 22. Lego Robotics – Create Lego Mindstorms Robots! Designed for ages 12-18 and made possible by the Town of Miami Lakes Education Advisory Board. Meets at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, November 25. Make it! Dueling MaKey MaKey – Be creative, inventive, and imaginative by turning the whole world into a keyboard. Make + Key = MaKey Makey, an invention kit for the 21st century. Turn everyday objects into touch pads and combine them with the internet. A simple kit for beginners or experts to expand on art, engineering and everything in
between. Program made possible by the Knight Foundation. Meets at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, November 22. For Adults: Congressman Mario DiazBalart Community Outreach – A member of Congressman Mario Diaz-Balart’s staff will visit the library to discuss federal issues or any problem a constituent may have with a federal agency. Meets at 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday, November 26. 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.
M-Dade Public Works launches new drainage project on N.W. 87 Avenue Construction is underway for a roadway drainage project in Northwest Miami-Dade, as Miami-Dade County’s Public Works Department is making street improvements for residents traveling to and from the area. The project is located at N.W. 87 Avenue from N.W. 189 Street to N.W. 197 Terrace. The work for the project includes the construction and installation of drainage structures, French drains, miscellaneous drainage improvements, grading,
sodding and miscellaneous roadway restoration, including construction of concrete curb and gutters and sidewalks. Construction began on November 10 and is expected to be finished by February 2015. All efforts are still being made to minimize the impact from the construction activities to area residents, schools, businesses and motorists. The area will be restored to its
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BTR Study Commission Meeting November 24 5:30 pm M.L. Govt. Center Neighborhood Improvement Committee December 2 7:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center Youth Activities Task Force December 3 7:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center Dog Recreation Area Town Hall Meeting December 3 7:00 pm MCCC Cultural Affairs December 4 7:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center Dog Recreation Area Town Hall Meeting December 6 10:00 am M.L. Govt. Center (The following classes are free for Miami Lakes residents) (Note: No classes on November 27-28) Tai Chi M/W 9:30 am MCCC Tai Chi T/Th 9:00 am MCCC Yoga (for adults) M/T/W/Th 7:30 am MCCC Arts & Crafts Mon. Noon MCCC Knitting/Crocheting Tu/Th 1:35 pm MCCC Line Dancing Tu/Th 11:30 am MCCC Ballet 1 Monday 4:30 pm MCCC Ballet 2 Monday 5:30 pm MCCC Ballet 3 Wednesday 4:30 pm MCCC Ballet 4 Wednesday 5:30 pm MCCC Jazz 1 Tuesday 4:30 pm MCCC Jazz 2 Tuesday 5:30 pm MCCC Jazz 3 Thursday 4:30 pm MCCC Jazz 4 Thursday 5:30 pm MCCC Martial Arts (tots) Monday/Wednesday 4:30 pm MCCC Martial Arts (beginners) Monday/Wednesday 5:30 pm MCCC 4:30 pm MCCC Martial Arts (intermed.) Tuesday/Thursday Martial Arts (advanced) Tuesday/Thursday 5:30 pm MCCC Painting I & II Fri. 9 am/12:30 pm MCCC Sewing Tu/Th 2:00 pm MCCC Quilting Tues. 11:15 am MCCC Computer Training M/T/W/Th 9:15/11:30 am MCCC Dominoes Wed /Fri. 7:00 pm RACC Table Tennis Tues./Thurs. 7:00 pm RACC Jazzercize (fee) M/Tu/W/Th 7:00 pm RACC Spanish for Adults M/T/W/Th 6:00 pm MCCC
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Miami Outlaws advance to Super NIT in Orlando How does a newly formed team from northwest Miami-Dade County make it to the national spotlight? With hard work, dedication and perseverance. Those were the key ingredients to the success of the Miami Outlaws Elite, and after winning
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Elite World Series, leaving the Outlaws with a 3rd place finish. It set the table for the “Road to Memphis National Championship” journey of a lifetime. The boys arrived in Memphis, Tennessee on Thursday morning after some hectic overnight flight delays in Atlanta. It affected the Outlaws as they played at 4 p.m. on Thursday and ended up losing a very tight 4-3 game to Gameday Shockwave. The Outlaws finished their seeding games with an unimpressive 2-2 record but it would later be a smart move for Marin who was able to save pitching for the elimination series. The biggest test for the Outlaws came when they had to defeat Yabolusha Giants who were ranked 3rd in the nation, not once (5-4) but twice (4-2) in elimination to advance to the Championship game against the Rawlings Patriots.
The national stage was set for what was to be an epic nationally televised championship game for the Miami Outlaws Elite. The Outlaws defeated the Rawlings Patriots 7-4 in extra innings after coming back to tie the game 4-4 in the 5th inning. Great pitching by Joel Enriquez and Manny Marin held the power hitting Patriots to 4 runs. Clutch hitting by Jeter Polledo helped put the Outlaws ahead twice in the game. During the November 5 MiamiDade County Commission meeting, Commissioner Barbara J. Jordan honored the Miami Outlaws Elite traveling baseball team for winning the regional USSSA Championship and issued a proclamation declaring November 5, 2014 as Miami Outlaws Elite Baseball Day.
Daniel Yanez hosts Shula’s scramble to aid Notre Dame-bound students By R.A. Romero The Miami Laker staff University of Notre Dame alumnus and Miami Lakes resident, Daniel Yanez, leads the Alumni Association group, Notre Dame Club of Miami which is hosting the “1st Annual Irish Golf Classic” golf scramble on Friday, December 5 at Don Shula's Golf Club. Deadline to register is Friday, November 21. To sign up, visit www.ndmiamigolf.com.
Proceeds from the event will go toward the group’s Student Scholarship Foundation which raises funds to financially assist high school seniors from Miami who have been accepted and will attend the University of Notre Dame. In 2014 alone the 501(c)(3) not-for-profit group donated over $10,000 to 10 charities. Yanez, a longtime native, and youngest Notre Dame alumnus named president of an alumni club, is eager to raise funds for the next generation of Miami transplants at University of Notre Dame in his hometown. Yanez created the event and scheduled 1995 Notre Dame graduate and former Miami Dolphins safety who played in the NFL for 9 seasons, Shawn Wooden, as honorary
chairman of the tournament. The golf scramble tournament field will be made up mostly of Notre Dame alumni, but the event is open to all. The tournament will conclude with an Awards Dinner at Don Shula's Steakhouse. For more information on the club, visit the official website at www.miami.undclub.org.
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The American Patriots defense didn't have an answer for Plantation's explosive running back Maurquice Flowers, who rushed for 203 rushing yards and scored four touchdowns in their Region 4-7A quarterfinal playoff game last week at Milander Stadium. When it was over, Plantation advanced with a 34-13 win against a 9-2 American team that had one of the best defenses in MiamiDade County, but allowed over 350 yards of total offense against the team from Broward. Flowers credited his offensive line for his record-breaking performance, saying his on-field body guards blocked well and opened up holes for him to run through.
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For the fourth consecutive year, American couldn't get over the hump after winning the district championship in 2011, 2012, 2013 and 2014, losing each time in the first round of the playoffs. Under first year head coach Anthony White, the Patriots finished the regular season with a 91 record and fended off post season elimination by defeating fierce district rivals Mater Academy and Miami Springs to regain the division title. District runner-up Mater Academy also fell to a Broward team, as St. Thomas Aquinas routed the Lions, 57-0, in a Region 7A quarterfinal playoff game at Brain Piccolo Stadium. St. Thomas will face Plantation this week in a regional semifinal.
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Four Pace High seniors are selected to perform in Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
PACE SENIORS (from left) Stephanie Roque, Meghan Roucco, Annalise Rodriguez, and Amanda Gonzalez were selected to perform in Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.
M. Lakes United Methodist Church hosts second annual Winterfest starting Nov. 28 Miami Lakes United Methodist Church launched the first Winterfest in 2013 as a follow up to the popular Pumpkin Patch and has announced its return this winter. Beginning November 28 through December 24, Winterfest will feature free daily admission, Christmas Tree sales, and scheduled activities throughout the holiday season. The church invites all members of the community to stroll through the wonderland full of lights and seasonal characters. Multiple photo opportunities will be available. On Friday, December 5, live music will be playing for the Candy Cane Parade as doors open for a visit with Santa and his elves at 7 p.m. Santa's mailbox will be open for children to drop off their letters and a movie will be playing in the sanctuary at 7:30. Food will
MLK-8 Center’s Book Fair runs from Nov. 17-21 Miami Lakes K-8 Center is hosting its Fall Scholastic Book Fair from November 17-21. On Tuesday, November 18, bagels and coffee will be available for a pick-me-up from 7:30 to 9 a.m. On Wednesday, November 19, the book fair closes at 2 p.m. and reopens from 4 to 8 p.m. A variety of events are scheduled for Wednesday, including “Reading Under the Stars,” face painting and crafts, a Trash or Treasure show, and some courtly dances from the Renaissance dance troupe. Monday,Thursday and Friday, the book fair will also be open for purchases. Fifth and eighth grade committees will also be selling snacks and beverages. All purchases made benefit Miami Lakes K-8 Center. For event times and hours of operation, contact the school at 305-822-7757.
be available for purchase. The following Friday, December 12, a Bethlehem Bash will take place with a nativity play featuring the church's school children at 7 p.m. A bonfire will also take place along with s'mores, popcorn, hot chocolate, food and drinks for purchase. The last Saturday before Christmas, December 20, the church's choir is joining with Palm Springs United Methodist Church to present “Canticles in Candlelight, A Cantata for Christmas” by Joseph M. Martin. There will be two performances, one at 4 p.m. at Epworth Village and 7 p.m. at Miami Lakes Methodist Church. For more information, additions, or changes as they may occur, visit www.miamilakesumc.net.
By Rene D. Basulto Special to The Miami Laker Four Monsignor Edward Pace High School seniors were invited to perform in the 86th Annual 2014 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City on November 27. Annalise Rodriguez, Amanda Gonzalez, Stephanie Roque, and Meghan Roucco were selected after attending a Universal Dance Association Officer Camp this past summer. Their performance, as part of a crew of more than 650 cheerleading and dance team members representing the Varsity Spirit group, will be televised nationally live on NBC. The performance will come near the end of an eight-day trip to New York City from November 22-28. To prepare, the girls will spend the week before rehearsing for the performance in dance classes along with the rest of the selected cheerleaders and dancers from across the country. They will also have the chance to sightsee in the city and even attend a private Broadway performance of Aladdin where they can talk with the cast after the show. On Thanksgiving, they will be marching down the streets of Manhattan during the parade before ending up in Herald Square, where they will have a televised performance of the routine they have spent the week rehearsing.
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Pace High students tour various Florida universities By Rene D. Basulto Special to The Miami Laker Juniors and seniors at Monsignor Edward Pace High
School got a first-hand look at their college prospects when they went on a three-day tour of six Florida universities from October
PACE HIGH STUDENTS listen to Pace Class of 2013 alumnus Tommy Aponte (left) as he gives a tour of the University of Florida.
6-8. The students were chaperoned by Pace’s Dean of Academics Rebeca Bautista and college advisor Lilian Dubon, along with a director from the tour’s organizer College Campus Trips. After meeting up at Pace early on October 6, students and chaperones rode a bus to Fort Myers to spend their morning at Florida Gulf Coast University, headed to Tampa to visit the University of South Florida in the afternoon and ate dinner at the University of Florida in Gainesville at night. The next morning, students got a tour of the University of Florida, headed to Tallahassee to visit Florida State University in the afternoon, and ended their evening in Jacksonville. On the final day, students went on a tour of the University of North Florida in Jacksonville and headed south to Orlando and the University of Central Florida before finally arriving back at Pace
in the evening. The tour was the first of its kind that Pace students have been on. As part of their tours, students got to walk through the six colleges’ campuses, see classrooms, and speak with current university students. They also got the chance to have honest conversations with recent Pace alumni, such as Javier Gonzalez, (Class of 2012) at FSU, Janelle Gonzalez (Class of 2014) at UCF, and Tommy Aponte (Class of 2013) who gave the tour of the University of Florida as a UF Student Ambassador. “For me, personally, the most memorable experience was our alumni at the different universities making the time to meet me and our students,” said Dubon. “It proved that, in fact, there is a family bond that is created among Spartans, a bond that is everlasting because of the memories and experiences they live while at Pace.” “It is very important for stu-
dents to visit the colleges and imagine themselves there,” said Dubon. She added that students’ expectations about universities may be based on hearsay or public relations material put out by the college. According to Dubon, while many students were awed by certain campuses, particularly UF and its facilities, what matters in the end is that students decide on what school is best for them. “Individual perceptions of what a university should be like varies from individual to individual and not all colleges have the same environment and/or atmosphere,” said Dubon. Pace junior Michael Barcelo, who says he wanted to know all of his options for Florida universities, was one of those students who had his eyes opened by the trip. “I only had UM and FIU in mind before I went on this tour,” said Barcelo. “Now I have a better understanding of the other universities in Florida and can't wait to go to UNF!”
Area students are invited to create artwork in Main Street’s new banner contest Miami Lakes children, as well as students from area schools, are invited to participate in the 2nd Annual Main Street Banner Art Contest where up to 26 winners’ artwork will be showcased down Main Street on the light pole banners. This year's theme is: “My Home, My Community.” Artworks can show, but are not limited to, any of the following attributes that connect with Miami Lakes: Culture + Heritage, Parks + Nature, Arts, Town Center, or Active Living. The contest is open to all children who live in Miami Lakes or attend a Miami Lakes public school. Local public schools include Miami Lakes K-8 Center, Bob Graham Education Center, Miami Lakes Middle School, Hialeah Miami Lakes Senior High School, Barbara Goleman Senior High School, Miami Lakes Educational Center or any Miami Lakes private school. Artwork is to be submitted for judging on or by December 12, 2014. Winners will be notified by mail the week of January 12, 2015, and will be printed in the February 7, 2015 edition of The Miami Laker. Artwork will be printed on banners which will be hung along Main Street and will be on display through May 2015. Entry form and flyer for the Main Street Banner Art Contest can be found online at www.miamilakes.com under the news tab.
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Hialeah Miami Lakes Trojan Band wins ‘Best in Class’ at recent regional competition By R.A. Romero The Miami Laker staff Hialeah Miami Lakes Trojan Marching Band took home Best in Class for Visual and General Effect, and was the Class 1A Champion in the regional competition, Flanagan Falcon Sound Invitational, that took place at Flanagan High School on October 11. This was the first time in nearly 10 years that HML has taken home first place for this competition. In recent years the band has improved from 6th place in 2012 to 2nd place last year and finally champions for 2014. Following the success at Flanagan High School, HML was once again Class 1A Champion at the Miami Coral Park Ram-aPalooza Contest of Champions in
Hialeah on November 1. Additionally, the band earned Best in Class for Visual, General Effect and a Best in Class for senior Kevin Baluja for Drum Major. The final competition for 2014 is the Florida Marching Band Coalition State Championships in St. Petersburg, Florida on November 22. This is the first time in HML's history that the school band will be competing for the state title. Following the state championships, the marching band program will branch off into smaller groups such as Wind Ensemble, an indoor concert band, Jazz band, and Winter Color Guard. “I am incredibly proud of the students, instructional volunteers, and wonderful band parents,” said Band Director Sara Cowley.
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Dade Christian welcomes Olympic Gold medalist Sanya Richards-Ross Dade Christian School was honored to host Olympic Gold Medalist and World Cup Champion, Sanya Richards-Ross as a celebrity guest judge during its annual Homecoming Lip Synch Competition. Richards-Ross is one of the most decorated track and field Olympians of all time, having won four gold medals as well as five World Championships. On Tuesday, November 4, Richards-Ross helped kick off the school event by sharing her journey to Olympic Gold with the students and encouraging them to perservere toward their goals. Lip Synch is highly anticipated at Dade Christian School. Each grade level goes above and beyond to produce a show choreographed to various song mash-ups. This year's homecoming theme was “Once Upon A Time,” with each class selecting a specific storybook. Richards-Ross sat in for performances based on Alice in Wonderland, Dr. Seuss, The Wizard of Oz, and more. She later instagrammed a photo of herself with DCS students. Richards-Ross is a South Florida native, having attended St. Thomas Aquinas High School in Ft. Lauderdale.
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Pace High uses Just.Ice.Coffee for aid to Haiti
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By Rene D. Basulto Special to The Miami Laker Pace High School and its Campus Minister, Andres Novela, have worked tirelessly for years to give back to Pace’s Haitian sister schools, Moulin and Pewou, through fundraisers and missions to Haiti. Last year, Pace Campus Ministry started the school’s firstever coffee shop to sell “just.ice.coffee,” a new way to raise money and awareness for this cause. The iced coffee is more than just a simple fundraiser; it is made with the organic fair-trade Café Cocano, the coffee grown in Pace’s sister diocese of Port-depaix. “Most people don’t know that Haiti produces coffee and this allows our school community to consider one of the many resources that Haiti has to offer,” said Novela. Novela learned about Café Cocano coffee on a trip to Port-dePaix in 2011 when he met with the coffee farmers and their cooperative president. After learning that St. Thomas University was selling the coffee through its Center for Community Engagement, he decided that Campus Ministry should start selling it at Pace in order to “connect the work of the farmers with our work with the sister schools.”
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The money from the sales goes toward teacher salaries and schools supplies for the Haitian sister schools and building construction, nutrition programs, and agricultural projects for the sister dioceses and their communities. The “just.ice” dual-meaning comes from the fact that the coffee is cold-brewed and direct trade, as the cocoa farmers receive a just and fair wage for their work, or “justice” which ends up contributing to the economic development of the community. Unlike traditional iced coffee, which is brewed hot and then put on ice, just.ice.coffee is coldbrewed at room temperature for 7 hours with cold water, giving it a smoother taste and velvety finish. The coffee, creamer, and sugar used to make the syrup are all organic. Pace has a long, storied history of continued support for Haiti. During Catholic Schools Week, the school and Campus Ministry sells t-shirts, Haitian-made artwork, and other items at the Fair Trade Bazaar, and offer a simple lunch of rice and beans on that week’s Solidarity day in order raise awareness of how the children of Moulin and Pewou live
every day. In addition, many school events throughout the year such as Battle of the Bands, the Pace Film Festival, and the mass collections during the Junior Ring Ceremony and Baccalaureate Masses raise funds for the Haitian sister schools. For this school year, Campus Ministry began selling just.ice. coffee in the Pace plaza regularly on Tuesday and Thursday mornings, upping their production of brewed coffee to 3 gallons a day. Each cup of coffee sells for $3, with 85 percent going to the Haitian sister schools and 15 percent being used to purchase the coffee beans and supplies. Through social media, announcements, and word of mouth, the sales have made regular customers out of students and teachers. Cupcakes, cookies, and themed-music days where jazz, 90’s hip-hop, and Haitian music play in the plaza have also brought more customers. While he is currently running the just.ice.coffee shop, Novela eventually wants to train a group of students as baristas so that they can run the shop themselves.
Cultural Affairs Committee hosts Children’s Holiday Storytelling on December 7 Miami Lakes Cultural Affairs Committee is hosting the 14th annual Children’s Holiday Storytelling at 2 p.m. on Sunday, December 7, at the Main Street Playhouse, 6766 Main Street. The holiday event is free and attendees will receive books donated by Janet Marti, director at Inspired 2 Think, and a member of the Town’s Education Advisory
Board. Miami Lakes residents with children under the age of 5 will have an opportunity to register for the Free Imagination Library Program. For more information or to learn more about the Imagination Library Program, contact Clarisell De Cardenas via email at decardenasc@miamilakes-fl.gov.
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Jose Marti MAST Academy uses technology for nature research
JOSE MARTI MAST ACADEMY’S Green Club uses its arboretum to study 38 species of trees, shrubs and grasses native to South Florida.
Rather than solely using technology to be engrossed in cyberspace activity, Jose Marti MAST 6-12 Academy is utilizing technology to foster connectivity and exploration among the natural world outside the classroom walls. The Green Club at Jose Marti MAST 6-12 Academy, a STEM focused magnet school, has planted an arboretum with 38 species of trees, shrubs, and grasses native to South Florida. To help students in both middle and high school research classes to become familiar with plant life from the local
environment, the school has developed an activity in which nature and technology merge. Each species of plant is labeled with a number from 1 through 38 and students are given a field guide that describes common plant names, and QR codes for websites that describe the plants. In com-
paring online descriptions to the actual plants within the arboretum, groups of students record their answers to be graded. For more information on the activities at Jose Marti MAST 612 Academy contact 305-5575931.
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Hialeah Gardens High School team wins first place in Ten80 competition More than 400 Miami-Dade high school students participated in the Ten80 National STEM League Expo & Invitational on November 6 at the iTech@
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THE MIAMI LAKES FENCING CLUB hosted a tournament on October 26 at the Roberto Alonso Community Center. Approximately 75 local and international fencers were in attendance competing across six events. Medal winners were (from left) Fernando Carrillo, Charles Ball, Joseph Harrington, and Anthony McArthur.The club holds its next tournament on Sunday December 14. The club is currently meeting at the Miami Lakes Methodist Church.
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FOR SALE IN LAKES ON THE GREEN 19853 NW 87 Court, 33018 Beautiful 4 bedrooms, 2/5 bathrooms in a private cul-de-sac setting. Many extra features including remodeled kitchen w/granite, tile floors in living areas, wood in bedrooms. REDUCED! $319,999.
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15840 West Prestwick Place Miami Lakes Loch Lomond No expense was spared in the remodeling of this 1/2 acre golf course home including marble and hard wood flooring, Granite and wood cabinets and vanities, crown molding, security cameras, impact windows, custom oversized pool with spa, Travertine pool deck, Plantation shutter window treatments. All of this luxury with panoramic views of the 17th hole on Don Shula’s Golf Course makes this home the most exclusive home listed in Miami Lakes. $1,285,000
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Magaly Rubio Featured Properties 5701 Collins Avenue Miami Beach Millionaire's Row. 1 bedroom, 2 baths, lowest priced in oceanfront building. Totally remodeled & furnished. $320,000 HIALEAH COMMERCIAL SPACES FOR RENT: Offices and stores in West Hialeah. From 525 sq. ft. to 1130 +/From $800.00 per month.
FOR RENT: Oceanfront building, 1/2 rental $1,650 month. Oceanfront Miami Beach Apt. 1/2 $350,000.00 FOR RENT: Miami Lakes 4/3, pool, $2,700 month. FOR RENT OR SALE: Moors, 3/2, remodeled kitchen, $1,950 month; For Sale $260,000.
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Custom Built Home on Lake Elizabeth in Miami Lakes A beautiful 5 bedroom, 5 bath with numerous upgrades, and a downstairs master bedroom suite. This home also boasts a large living room with 2-story high ceilings, large windows that overlook the pool/spa and Lake Elizabeth. This home also has a great patio area with a built-in Barbeque, a cabana, and a veranda off of the second, upstairs master bedroom suite.
Priced in the $700,000’s.
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FOR RENT 2pt
3/2.5 Brand new townhome with 2car garage, gated community, granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances, wood laminate floors, hurricane impact windows, fitness studio, 24 hr. maintenance. From $2350 monthly. Call 305-821-1138.
Condo for Lease: Cypress Village 2/2. Ground floor unit, tiled floors, no pets. $1,375/mo. 1st, last & security deposit ($4,125) & Association approval before move in. If interested, call 305-796-3464. 2pt
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MIAMI LAKES
14341 Glencairn Rd. REDUCED $565,000
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14430 Sabal Drive $369,000
8324 Rednock Lane REDUCED $410,000
DRASTICALLY REDUCED FOR A QUICK SALE. Custom built home on the West side of Miami Lakes. Gated community. Single story home overlooking serene Lake Elizabeth. Two A/C units, circular driveway, 2-car garage, Marble entrance, tongue and groove ceilings. Recently refinished swimming pol (2011) with heated jacuzzi. Motivated seller.
Great home with lots of potential. 4/2 currently used as a 3/2 plus den. Barrel large lot, tile roof, remodeledIN G D kitchen, 1-car garage. Tree lined brick pavers and EN P community with excellent school district.
3/2 home will leave you speechless. Every square inch has been redone. New terrazo floors. New 4 ton A/C & ductwork. Elegant wood staircase with glass railing. Top of the line appliances, designer ready closets. Elegance meets tranquility. Stunning view of Lake Carol to compliment the interior finishes. Come see it for yourself.
S.W. MIAMI-DADE CO.
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11753 N.W. 11 St REDUCED $163,000 Great townhouse in a great location. New flooring and remodeled bath-rooms. Crown molding, chair railing. Nice patio area as well. Amenities include a Community pool overlooking the lake and clubhouse. Gated community with 24 hour security. Near everything. Leasing of the units is subject to a waiting list, currently at 3 years.
15011 Dunbarton Place 495,000
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Vivian Macias Realtor, CRS, GRI, SFR
Cel: 305-300-4425 Off: 305-883-7555
vivian@principalproperties.com 26 years of experience SELLING Residential and Investment properties
Sweet & Cute Townhome
Completely Remodeled Condo
This two-story West Hialeah townhome has 2 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, updated kitchen, tile floor throughout, recently painted inside, backyard with a covered terrace/patio, and assigned parking. Ready to move in today!
West Hialeah, 2nd floor condo, completely remodeled, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, tile floor throughout the unit, Hurricane shutters, and remodeled kitchen with granite counter top and stainless steel appliances. Move in ready! “Selling or Buying put My Experience to work for you Today!”
Serving the Miami Lakes community for over 35 years as a full service Realtor! Featured Properties: 14736 Balgowan Rd. - Miami Lakes Beautifully designed townhouse in gated community. House is full of upgrades including designeriten, wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, tile floors. Large master bedroom, Roman tub, California closets. One car garage. Enjoy awesome view of the lake.
Sold by Vera in 3 days! $298,000 7403 Big Cypress Drive Miami Lakes
Sold in by Vera in 10 days! $290,000
The most exquisite unit in Miami Lakes. 2 story townhouse in San Remo Villas. 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, wood floors in living/dining area, tile in kitchen. 2nd floor large master bedroom with walk-in closets & terrace overlooking lake. Courtyard has free form pool.
Vera Cox
305-542-1944
Closing Agent/Attorney
vera.cox@coldwellbanker.com
305-817-2170
Two Vacant Lots $12,500 each Great investment opportunity. Two vacant lots near S.W. 162 Avenue and north of Bird Road. Undeveloped land awaiting specific zoning.
Great property in very good condition. Originally a 4/3 model. Now used as a 3/3 with 2 master bedrooms. Open kitchen, large family room, covered patio with keystone floors, accordion shutters, French doors, just to name a few. Nice size backyard with plenty of room for a pool overlooking serene Lake Glenn Ellen.
Miami Lakes Realty & Welcome Center • In The Lobby of Don Shula’s Hotel
6850 Main Street Miami Lakes, FL 33014 • (305) 822-9800
Brand New Luxury Rentals in Miami Lakes • 1, 2 and 3 Bedroom Apartments from $1,400 • 2 and 3 Bedroom Townhomes from $2,000 • Granite countertops, laminate wood flooring, stainless appliances, huge closets, washer/dryer • Townhomes w/attached garages, 24 hr. maintenance • Gated entry, on-site fitness studio, pool, half basketball court, bark park and 1.5 acre lake • Schools: Bob Graham Education Center (K-8), and Barbara Goleman Senior High School
The Residences at Lakehouse (305) 821-1138
Visit our website at www.grahamresidential.com 8340 Commerce Way, Miami Lakes, Florida
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