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NOVEMBER 17, 2017

Festival of Lights fills Main Street on Nov. 25

The Graham Companies and Main Street Merchants invite Miami Lakes residents and other South Floridians to join them for the 33rd annual Main Street Festival of Lights scheduled from 5 to 9 p.m. on Saturday, November 25.

Every holiday season, Main Street becomes that magical place to make memories with family, friends and loved ones.

This year, those memories will be brimming as guests of all ages join the festive fun, experiencing a series of holiday-themed activities along the two blocks of Downtown Miami Lakes.

Family-friendly activities throughout the event include the Lighting of Main Street at 6:30 p.m. on the Main Stage, photo stations, performances by students from local schools, characters, a live DJ, and complimentary activities for children courtesy of the presenting sponsors along with supporting sponsor Publix Super Markets.

TV and radio personality Gigi Diaz from 93.9 MIA (Miami’s Rhythm From the ‘80s to Now), will serve as mistress of ceremonies. Media partners include The Miami Herald, y100 Miami’s #1 Hit Music Channel, and 93.9 MIA. The festivities continue as Main Street is transformed into a holiday wonderland. Santa Claus is coming and he’s not camera shy. Visitors can take pictures with Santa and meet Mrs. Claus. Proceeds from all photo purchases will benefit Miami Lakes Boy Scout Troop 49.

Visitors to Main Street will discover why this charming shopping, dining and entertainment destination has attracted generations of distinguished locals and travelers to its enchanting setting.

Arrive early and bring family and friends before the festival begins to take advantage of the sales in honor of Small Business Saturday – a day to celebrate

Former Miami Lakes mayor Michael Pizzi amended his lawsuit against the town following a recent court’s decision to dismiss the litigation in which he’s seeking about $3 million in attorney’s fees from his criminal trial on federal public corruption charges in 2014.

It’s the third amended complaint that Pizzi’s lawyers filed in Miami-Dade Circuit Court since he sued Miami Lakes in 2015.

The court gave Pizzi 20 days to amend his lawsuit after it rejected the complaint, and ruled that the former mayor would not be entitled to seek additional attorney’s fees in his case against the town.

According to the court’s decision on October 13, its ruling was based on his federal indictment which doesn’t support an inference that he acted for a

public purpose when Pizzi was arrested and put on trial for corruption but a jury acquitted him on all seven charges.

“Thus, the lawsuit has been refiled and remains pending on all counts,” Pizzi said in prepared statement. “We expect the lawsuit to be successful.”

On the issue of the court’s ruling that he cannot seek additional attorney’s fees, (judge’s order dismissed with prejudice), Pizzi said Miami Lakes claimed that Medley, where he worked as the town attorney at the time of his arrest, should pay half of the legal fees and be part of the lawsuit.

Town Attorney Raul Gastesi said the judge’s decision includes no additional attorney’s fees in Pizzi’s case against Miami Lakes.

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Former mayor again amends his $3 million town lawsuit

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and support small businesses and all they do for the local community.

Winners of the recent Town of Miami Lakes Economic Development Committee’s “Best of Miami Lakes” survey will be honored during the festival.

“Residents of Miami Lakes and neighboring cities have celebrated the annual Festival of Lights with its time-honored traditions and heartwarming experiences for over three decades,” said Andrea Graham Rechichi, vice president of Corporate and Customer Relations at The Graham Companies.

“We at The Graham Companies are delighted to host this diverse multicultural tradition that, year-after-year, brings families together to celebrate the start of the holiday season.”

THE LIGHTING of Main Street is one of the featured events during the annual Festival of Lights. At last year’s festival, an overflow crowd joined 93.9 MIA host Gigi Diaz and the Debs children of Miami Lakes (Elizabeth, Ryan and Tyler) as they helped Santa pull the big switch to turn on the lights.

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(Continued from Page 1) longer bring up that claim if he decided to amend the lawsuit,” Gastesi said.

Gastesi sai the town would proceed to seek sanctions for “egregious” conduct in the case now that Pizzi filed a third amended lawsuit.

He said the former mayor has appeared at several depositions but refused to answer questions and ignored several court orders to turn over tape recordings and other evidence that are crucial to Miami Lakes’ defense.

But Pizzi, a lawyer, disputes his claim, saying he and his attorneys were prepared to answer questions, including at one deposition which was sub-

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sequently canceled by the town attorneys.

“I gave one deposition and my lawyers objected to some questions and said I would answer those questions after the Judge ruled on the objections, which happens every day, Pizzi said.

“If Mr. Gastesi did not cancel my deposition, the other questions would have been answered. I did not refuse to answer questions at several depositions.”

Pizzi added: “In a combined 100 years of being lawyers, neither myself nor any of my lawyers have ever been found to have ignored any court order or violated any judge’s order, including this one.”

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Pizzi and Miami Lakes have been embroiled in a legal dispute for nearly three years, and he had to sue Florida’s top elected official to get his job back following his acquittal.

Pizzi sued Governor Rick Scott in the Florida Supreme Court after he refused to reinstate him and subsequently sought litigation against Miami Lakes to force his return to Miami Lakes Town Hall.

The town settled his lawsuit for attorney fees in that case for about $400,000.

Spa at Shula’s offers Holiday Makeover Event

The Holiday Makeover event at the Spa at Shula’s, 15150 Bull Run Road in Miami Lakes, is scheduled to take place on Thursday, December 14, from 5 to 8 p.m. To RSVP, call 305820-8146.

Mini facials with Eminence Organic Skin Care products, hairstyling with Aveda products, and makeup with Jane Iredale products will be offered.

The first 50 customers will receive a free Spa Swag Bag. A portion of all purchases will be donated to help feed organic fruits and juices to ill children through the Eminence Kids Foundation. Additionally a $10 Karma card will be given for every $100 gift card purchase, valid until December 24.

Miami-Dade communicator Griselle Marino honored by Fla. International and FEMA Veteran Miami-Dade County Communicator Griselle Marino recently received two important distinctions from Florida International University (FIU) and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).

FIU’s School of Journalism featured Marino as a notable alumna in its segment called Alumni Spotlights, which highlighted her Emmy awards, prominent interviews with world leaders and a “storied career which has landed her jobs in TV news and media relations for various Miami-Dade County departments and commissioners.”

FEMA offered her a two-year appointment as a Media Relations Reservist in the External Affairs cadre, where she will be responsible for interacting with media stakeholders as an agency spokesperson providing messaging to the public.

As a reservist, she will continue working for the County and will be deployed by FEMA when needed for crisis communications.

Marino served as assistant director of the Office of the Chair’s Media Division during the term of then-Chairman Dennis C. Moss.

“Throughout the years, Griselle has consistently demonstrated excellence in performing her duties, and I congratulate her on these two distinctions,” Moss said. “Griselle’s ability

GRISELLE MARINO to remain calm during a crisis in unparalleled.”

Marino was hired as Public Information Officer at Miami International Airport in 2004, worked four years as the Public Affairs Manager for MiamiDade Fire Rescue and the Office of Emergency Management, and six years for the Office of the Chair's Media Division, where she worked her way up from Communications Specialist to Director of Media. She currently works for the County's Integrated Communications division.

“I am humbled by my alma mater's recognition, and I look forward to serving in FEMA’s External Affairs cadre,” said Marino. “As a civilian communications professional, nothing will make me happier than to serve my country in time of need.”

Miami Lakes Town Council:

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Three financial options offered to expedite Optimist Park overhaul

By David Snelling The Miami Laker staff In an effort to expedite a $4 million overhaul project for Miami Lakes Optimist Park and win back residents who use recreation facilities in Doral, Weston and Pembroke Pines, the Town Council was presented with three different finance proposals to supplant the payas-you go plan including a private partnership with a major athletic supplier company.

Although an agreement with a lighting vendor to cover a portion of the cost by utilizing the savings generated from the used of more energy efficient lighting, and revenues generated from a cell tower in the park seem appealing, Council members were leaning more to a partnership with Eastbay.

Eastbay is an American supplier of athletic footwear, apparel and sports equipment, which sells by direct mail, and the chief competitor for Nike and Under Armor.

Longtime Optimist Club member and coach Alex Castroman broached the idea to lawmakers, in which the company might cover most of the

$2.8 million shortfall needed to complete the park’s master plan in exchange for the rights to use the park for sports events.

They include college scouts clinics and summer camps, hosting state regional high school sports events, and allowing high school football teams who don’t have their own field, including Goleman and Mater Academy, to play their home games.

“This brings sports back to life at the park,” Castroman said.

The three finance projects are essential to the town’s coffers since Miami Lakes was forced to use some of the park’s money for the clean-up and recovery efforts in the wake of Hurricane Irma.

Town Manager Alex Rey estimated Miami Lakes spent about $1.7 million for the damages the Category 3 storm caused, and FEMA may start reimbursing the town in the next six to 12 months.

Rey and his staff plan to evaluate the finance proposals and bring back the best option for Miami Lakes during a workshop to speed up the timetable which has been delayed for

more than a decade.

The design of the park, which costs $200,000, is expected to be finished in the next two months. Replacing the lighting system at the park is the most expensive portion of the renovation project, costing an estimated $1.5 million.

Other improvements include remodeling the basketball and tennis courts ($550,000); field and fencing configuration ($550,000); walking trail and exercise equipment ($350,000); and an airnasium ($200,000).

“By then, we would know this is what we have and this is what we need to complete the project,” Rey said.

Council members were in favor of all three finance plans and would like to see residents use the park again.

“Bring some numbers back and let’s see where we are at that point,” said new Vice Mayor Frank Mingo.

“I would like to see an investment interest for the park,” said Councilmember Luis Collazo, who displayed his baseball trophy when he played in the park.

8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. at the Main Street Playhouse, 6766 Main Street. Tickets are $30 for adults, and $25 for students, seniors, and military personnel.

Theatre League members $20 with I.D at the door only.

Tickets may be purchased in

advance at www.mainstreetplayers.com, or at the box office 60 minutes prior to showtime.

Advance tickets have a $5 discount.

For more information contact Patty Fernandez at 786-3447551.

Main Street Players open Iphigenia in Aulis on Friday, December 1

The Main Street Players present Iphigenia in Aulis in early December, the first show of the 2017-2018 season and the second MSP production performed entirely in Spanish.

Where does political ambition have limits and how far can man reach to achieve them? Perhaps, even sacrificing a child? Are reflection and reasoned judgment worthy, or are men always the prey of their destiny? The last of the surviving works by the playwright Euripides, Iphigenia in Aulis is a play that questions the boundaries of ambitions and the meaning of who is really a hero.

The show is directed by Isaac Polanco with Danny Nieves as the production manager. The cast includes Alejandro Milían as Agamenón, Camila Rodriguez as Ifigenia, Tamara Melían as Clitemnestra, Steven Salgado as Anciano/Mensajero, Nicolas Szantos as Menelao, Carlos Mena as Aquiles, and Noelia Villaroel, Guccyleny Martinez, Rosalyn Tavarez and Jen Gasca as Mujeres del coro.

Iphigenia in Aulis runs December 1 - 17, with performances Fridays and Saturdays at

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THE CAST of Iphigenia in Aulis is pictured at the Main Street Playhouse where the Spanish language play opens on December 1.

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(Continued from Page 3) Mayor Manny Cid said “great” communities have great parks.

“They add to the property values,” he said.

The cell phone tower proposal sparked a health concern for Councilmember Marilyn Ruano.

“I don’t know enough about it but I have heard the danger to be exposed on a daily basis and kids are on the field each day,” she said. “I just want to know more about it.”

Miami Lakes was flirting with the idea of taking out a bank loan to complete the park but residents shot down the proposal.

“The expenditures of $4 million for the park is too steep,” said activist Mirtha Mendez.

“We don’t borrow money.”

In other Council actions: • Council members rejected a salary increase, based on this year’s Consumer Price Index, for the mayor but will address CPI adjustments in the future.

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The mayor’s annual salary of $18,000 has been the same since incorporation, and the CPI would put Cid’s pay at about $28,000.

Though council members said Cid, who recused himself from the discussion, is underpaid and has done an excellent job since he became mayor last year, the current CPI was high, and that residents should decide whether he deserves a raise during next year’s town election.

According to the town’s charter, the mayor is granted a salary but council members pick the amount he should earn.

• Council members gave their final approval for an ordinance that requires a public hearing before lawmakers for a vertical mixed-use zoning application within the Town Center zoning district that includes a request for height exemptions. This will achieve the Town Council’s expressed desire to increase awareness of such development projects.

• Lawmakers gave their final

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approval for an ordinance to amend the 2016-2017 budget in response to the town’s disaster fund for Hurricane Irma cleanup and recovery expenses.

According to Town Manager Alex Rey, Miami Lakes is projected to generate an operating surplus of $1.1 million, which includes the $1.3 million of carry forward approved by Council members for fiscal year 2017.

In addition, $500,000 was approved for carry forward to fiscal year 2017-2018, as litigation/settlement reserve and about $150,000 represents projects that were not complete within the fiscal year and will be programmed for this year.

The remaining $488,000 is the available surplus, which will be presented to the Town Council in the form of a carry forward budget amendment ordinance to appropriate funds to the 20172018 budget for one time projects.

• Council members approved a resolution to exempt itself from Miami-Dade County’s Mandatory Workforce Housing program due to the lack of available residential land for development and redevelopment and the high cost of such land.

• Council members approved a resolution to authorize the town manager to reach an agreement with Spin, a bikeshare company, to start a sixmonth bike share pilot program in the town.

Residents can use a mobile

app for reservations to use the station-less bike sharing system. The orange-colored bikes are equipped with onboard GPS units and cellular modems.

Rides cost $1 for each 30 minutes.

• Council members authorized the town manager to execute a contract with Beefree (d/b/a Freebee) for on-demand transportation services for two years with three annual renewals.

The town currently spends about $75,000 a year to fund the free on-demand operation, while providing expanded service via Freebee is estimated at $123,333.

• Council members gave their initial approval for an ordinance to amend the town’s site plan review procedures and creating architectural review standards.

In February, Council members directed town staff to explore potential revisions of the town’s land development code and return with some recommendations.

The request followed in the wake of an active development cycle that brought to light concerns over quality design and

compatibility of development.

The proposed measure addresses the use of recognizable architectural genres, building scale and massing, facade treatments and materials, windows and doors, pedestrian scale and other ancillary features.

Multifamily, commercial and Industrial developments requiring site plan review are subject to the new provisions and all require staff level review for compliance.

• Council members approved Cid’s proposal to amend the town’s strategic plan and stormwater master plan to ensure that Miami Lakes is mitigating flooding issues by planning for pressurized drainage improvements and outfall back flow preventers.

• Cid said MDX decided to include the 87th Avenue extension to I-75 and the Gratigny Expressway in its transportation improvement plans, four months after Florida Governor Rick Scott vetoed $1.5 million for the project.

Cid said ground breaking for the project is set to begin in the fall of next year.

Miami Lakes bike riders who regularly participate in the Neighborhood Improvement Committee’s Community Bike Ride will be treated to a completely new 5-mile route for the family-friendly bike event on Saturday, December 9.

The Community Bike Ride

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‘The Spot’ Youth Center plans events for Town teens

Miami Lakes Youth Center will be hosting several fun and exciting programs for middle and high school students at “The Spot” in from 6 to 8 p.m. through November and December at 6075 Miami Lakes Drive.

Friday, November 17 - Ice Cream Night. You Scream! We all scream for ice cream at The Spot. Bring friends out for some tasty ice cream thanks to sponsor Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream of Miami Lakes.

Wednesday, November 22 Thanksgiving Party. Join The Spot for a game of pin the tail feathers on the Turkey and Cornhole. Win some prizes for best Thanksgiving costume and karaoke performance. Attendees will have an opportunity to post “What You’re Thankful For” for The Spot’s “Thankful Wall.”

Friday, December 1 - Ping Pong Tournament. Bring friends and challenge them to a game of table tennis.

Wednesday, December 6 Open Hang Night. The Youth Center is equipped with a billiard table, table tennis, indoor basketball shootout game, XboxOne, and more.

Friday, December 15 Friendship Bracelet Night.

Bring friends for a fun night of friendship and create personalized bracelets to share. Supplies will be provided.

Wednesday, December 20 Snow Cone Night. Bring friends and hang out for a night of “Icy Deliciousness” sponsored by Kona Ice. For more information about the Youth Center programs, visit www.miamilake-fl.gov/thespot, or call 305-819-7768.

Council recognizes contributions of longtime HML coach Uspensky At the November 7 Town Council meeting, HialeahMiami Lakes High Schools former football coach and educator for 36 years, Michael Uspensky, was recognized for his accomplishments and support of the youth in the community.

During college, Uspensky was a part of the University

Florida’s Gators football team.

In 1971, he began his career in education at HML, where he was not only a physical and driver’s education teacher and guidance counselor, but also the head football coach from 1978 to 1993.

Uspensky led HML to several state championships and won

the district football championship in 1990.

More than 200 HML football graduates have gone on to play for several major colleges as well as the National Football League, including Don Bailey Jr., Michael Timpson, Devin Bush, Davin Bush, and Ryan Collins.

‘Rec 2 U’ youth sports program opens new park series on Nov. 22

The Town of Miami Lakes is bringing back the recreation programming initiative “Rec 2 U,” aimed at bringing several of the Town’s youth programs into individual neighborhoods.

On a Teacher Planning Day November 22, the Town’s Recreation Programs team will be at Lake Champlain Terrace Park from 2 to 3:30 p.m. with activities and games for youth

and teens. Equipment will be provided.

Ages 5 to 17 are welcome and there is no need to register, just show up. Bring neighbors and walk or ride a bike to the park for the afternoon.

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LONGTIME Hialeah Miami Lakes High School head football coach Michael Uspensky, joined by his wife, was honored by the Town Council which proclaimed November 7 as Michael Uspensky Day in Miami Lakes. Pictured (from left) Vice Mayor Frank Mingo, Councilmembers Tim Daubert, Nelson Rodriguez, Marilyn Ruano, Mayor Manny Cid, and Councilmembers Luis Collazo and Ceasar Mestre.

Toy Drive to aid Toys for Tots opens at Town Hall to Dec. 15

Miami Lakes will host a Toy Drive benefiting the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots. Residents are encouraged to brighten a child’s spirits during the holiday season by dropping off toy donations at Town Hall, 6601 Main Street, through Friday, December 15.

Objectives of Toys for Tots are to help less fortunate children throughout the United States experience the joy of Christmas, and to play an active role in the development of one of the nation’s most valuable resources – children.

Town of Miami Lakes graciously thanks all those who donate toys and wishes everyone a Happy Holiday Season.

Town seniors invited to a holiday luncheon gathering on Saturday, December 9 Miami Lakes Elderly Affairs Committee is inviting residents 55 years and above to join the celebrating the holidays at the Senior Holiday Luncheon from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, December 9.

Sponsored by The Graham Companies and ClearCaptions, the luncheon will be held at the Roberto Alonso Community Center inn Royal Oaks Park at 16500 N.W. 87 Avenue. Seating is limited and will be provided on a first come, first served

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Attendees are encouraged to bring an unwrapped toy for children, 12 and under, that will be donated to the Town’s sponsored Toy Drive benefiting the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots.

Reservations are required and transportation can be provided.

Reservations must be made by Friday, December 1, by contacting Nathalie Garcia at garcian@miamilakes-fl.gov, or 305-364-6100.

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Movies in the Park presents Beauty and the Beast on December 1 at Park West

Miami Lakes Youth Activities Task Force (YATF), in partnership with title sponsor Bella Mar Real Estate Group, invites residents and their families to Disney’s live-action adaptation of Beauty & the Beast, featuring an all-star cast including Emma Watson, Dan Stevens, Josh Gad, Ewan McGregor and more.

The free movie watching event will be held at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, December 1, at Miami Lakes Picnic Park West, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue.

Fall in love all over again with this tale as old as time where a

Holiday storytelling event planned for Sunday, Dec. 3 If your kids are hearing sleigh bells, it must mean Mrs. Claus is on her way to visit Miami Lakes.

The Cultural Affairs Committee will present the 17th annual Holiday Storytelling in Town Hall’s Council Chambers, 6601 Main Street, from 2 to 3 p.m. on Sunday, December 3.

Kids will have a chance to meet Mrs. Claus as she performs some favorite holiday jingles.

‘Winterfest’ fun for families highlights Super Saturday at the Park on December 2 Miami-Dade County Commission Chairman Esteban Bovo Jr., in partnership with the Town of Miami Lakes and its Youth Activities Task Force, will host “Winterfest” during Super Saturday at the Park on December 2.

This free family event will include a family fair with activities for children and adults including carnival rides, music, arts and crafts, a photo booth, and more.

YMCA hosts Winter Break Camps at Youth Center and Alonso Center

Miami Lakes, in partnership; with the YMCA, will be offering Winter Break camps at the Royal Oaks Park’s Roberto Alonso Community Center located at 16500 N.W. 87 Avenue, and at Miami Lakes Park East’s Youth Center located at 6075 Miami Lakes Drive.

Both Winter Camps will be held from Tuesday, December 26, to Friday, January 5, from 7 a.m. to 6

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Operations Chief Tony Lopez selected for Miami Fellows Class

Town of Miami Lakes announced its Chief of Operations, Antonio “Tony” Lopez, has been selected to be a part of Miami Fellows Class X. The Miami Foundation’s 14month signature leadership program identifies individuals who have made an impact on the community, are inspired by Greater Miami’s potential, and have the dedication to do more.

During the program, Miami Fellow develop a deeper understanding of effective leadership while learning about civic issues and ways to solve them.

As Chief of Operations, Lopez is responsible for the implementation of all Town operational initiatives and policies and has provided the vision for major community development projects in parks, beautification, All attendees will also receive infrastructure and mobility.

His imperative is to work with books provided by the Town’s Education Advisory Board (EAB).

Miami Lakes residents with children under the age of 5 will also have an opportunity to register for the free Imagination Library Program, also funded Miami Lakes Veterans Comby the EAB. mittee urges residents to help For more information about give back to the men and committees and their events, women who serve overseas. visit www.miamilakes-fl.gov/ Operation: Care and Comfort committees. will provide care packages for holiday delivery to troops.

The Veterans Committee will be collecting donated items and hand written cards and letters of encouragement until Thursday, November 30 at the first-floor reception desk at Town Hall, 6601 Main Street.

Recommended donation items The event begins at 11 a.m. include: at Miami Lakes Picnic Park Snacks, Food and Treats West, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue.

Individually wrapped candy, Attendees are encouraged to bring an unwrapped toy for chil- chewing and bubble gum, dren 12 and under that will be mints. Small packages of nuts, donated to the Town’s spon- seeds, pretzels, cookies, chips, sored Toy Drive benefiting the Cracker Jacks, Corn Nuts, fruit U.S. Marine Corps Reserve snacks and fruit leather.

Trail mix, energy and protein Toys for Tots. bars, breakfast and granola bars, For information on other Town events, visit www.iheartmiami- nut bars, instant oatmeal, Kraft Easy Mac, ramen and Cup a lakes.com.

Noodles.

Powdered, sweetened drink mixes, ground or instant coffee, tea bags, hot chocolate, cider mix, sugar, sweetener, Coffee Mate and condiment packets.

Personal, Hygiene and p.m., except for New Year’s Day, Toiletries – Hotel/travel sized January 1. gel deodorant, shampoo, lotion, The Winter Camp at Royal Oaks toothpaste and mouthwash, Park is for children between the ages toothbrushes, dental floss and of 5 and 12 years old. The Winter lip balm. Disposable razors, eye Camp at the Youth Center is for chil- and nose drops, unscented baby dren between the ages of 12 to 15 wipes, wet wipes, small hand years old. sanitizer, razors and blades.

To register or for information, con- Kleenex packets, Q-tips, antitact the YMCA at 305-357-6622, or fungal cream, bandaids, foot visit www.ymcasouthflorda.org. powder and sunscreen.

young prince, imprisoned in the form of a beast, can be freed only by true love. What may be his only opportunity arrives when he meets Belle, the only human girl to ever visit his castle since it became enchanted.

Don’t forget to bring blankets and chairs and make sure to grab a bite at the Food Trucks.

The second movie for the month will be Sing on Friday, December 15.

For more information about the YATF and its events, visit www.miamilakes-fl.gov/yatf.

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communities to enable them to reach their full future potential by creating innovative environments and memorable experiences. His leadership has been instrumental in the development of creative solutions and public improvements for communities.

From nonprofit directors to journalists and community visionaries, the 16 new Fellows have been selected based on their inspiration by Greater Miami’s potential and have demonstrated a commitment to improve quality of life for everyone in the community.

The Miami Fellows program is made possible by an endowed gift from the W.K. Kellogg Foundation and the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation.

For more information and to see members of this year’s class, visit the website at www.miamifoundation.org.

Donations for vets care packages close on Nov. 30

For Females – Hair bands, clips, bobby pins, tampons, maxi and mini pads, oil free face cleaners, makeup remover, nail kits, mascara and makeup.

Other - AAA and AA batteries, pens, pencils, disposable cameras, and AT&A phone cards.

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Residents can text Mayor Cid

Mayor Manny Cid has announced residents can text him 24/7 via 786-759-9207 with ideas for the Town’s future, comments, or to bring any issue to his attention directly.

All other issues can be submitted at www.iheart.miamilakes. com.

Family Holiday Traditions

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Miami Lakes Branch Library announced the following programs that are available for the public during November: For Children and Families: Talking is Teaching. Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers en dos idiomas – Join the branch for bilingual stories, songs and activities for toddles. Best for ages 18 months to 3 years old.

Space is limited. Scheduled for 11 a.m. on Thursday, November 16.

Chess Club – Sharpen skills by playing other fans of this classic game. Scheduled at 3 p.m. on Wednesdays, November 22 and 29.

Science in the City – Enjoy hands-on lessons infused with experiments to spark interest in STEM. Each new lesson builds upon the previous lesson. For ages 8-18 years old. Space is limited so contact branch to register. Meets at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, November 18.

Library Lego Club – Let imagination run wild to build and create with LEGO. All ages welcome at 11 a.m. on Saturday, November 25.

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niques Samurai and Benihana sushi chefs use in this interactive Callifornia roll-making demonstration. All materials provided. Contact the branch for registration and allergy information. Scheduled at 10 a.m. on Saturday, November 18.

For Teens: Dungeons and Dragons Club - Play this fantasy role playing game and create your own adventure. For ages 13 and up at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, November and 20.

Teen Club – Play video games, watch anime, draw, play Dungeons & Dragons, or discuss books at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, November 28.

For Adults: Citizenship Conversation Circle – Join in practicing English for the citizenship questions. This is an informal group to help participants feel comfortable in speaking for their naturalization interview at 3 p.m. on Friday, November 17.

Meditation Classes – Join in for meditation derived from Raja Yoga, a discipline that helps develop inner calm, clear thinking and personal well being. Scheduled for 11 a.m. on

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Book Discussion Group – Call or visit the branch for this month’s title. Scheduled for 6 p.m. on Tuesday, November 21.

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, November 27.

Mario Diaz-Balart Outreach Table – A member of Congressman Mario Diaz-Balart’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,

November 22.

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.

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Elderly Affairs Committee hosts balance screening for seniors on December 5 at Collins Center

Miami Lakes Elderly Affairs Committee is inviting seniors, 55 and over, to participate in the free Balance Assessments provided by St. Catherine’s West Rehabilitation Hospital.

A licensed Physical and Occupational Therapist will provide seniors with a Balance Screening to determine overall health and wellness to decrease fall risks.

The screenings will take place from 9 a.m. to noon on Tuesday, December 5, at Mary Collins Community Center, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue, in Room 4.

The Elderly Affairs Committee will provide a continental breakfast. For more information, visit www.miamilakes-fl.gov/eac.

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Corey for St. Jude golf tournament at Shula’s nets $50K for Children’s Hospital The 2017 Corey for St. Jude benefit golf tournament was held on October 23 at Shula’s Golf Club.

The event raised $50,000 for St. Jude Children’s Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee. In 15 years, the event has raised over $617,000 for the hospital and has sold out the last four years as demand continues to grow.

Golfers were treated to lunch from Shula’s Steak House prior to the tournament, and enjoyed food and beverages from

Girl Scout Troop 263 in final year as members graduate soon

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Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza, Shorty’s BBQ, and Bacardi while on the course.

Dr. Thomas Merchant, director of Radiation Oncology at St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, was on hand to enjoy the festivities and receive the check.

Title sponsor for the tournament was Mike Napoli of the Texas Rangers. Gold sponsors included Atlas Metal Industries, The Graham Companies, and Downstream Designs, Inc.

MIAMI LAKES GIRL SCOUT TROOP 263 is winding down 10 years of girl scouting as the members are now Girl Scout Ambassadors and seniors in high school. During their final year, the girls are being provided with skills to prepare them as college students, professionals, and to begin their own families. Pictured are troop members and friends during a recent Business Dining Etiquette workshop at an exclusive restaurant where Elfie Gonzalez-Duran, associate director of the Career Services Office at FIU, taught the girls how to conduct themselves during professional interviews and meetings. Other topics included professional attire, educational goals, and cultural diversity, according to Troop 263 leader Mayra Duarte.

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Applicants must demonstrate a superior academic record at a recognized Florida PACE High School with accredited courses leading to College studies as verified by official transcripts.

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Amelia Earhart Scholarship Alumnae have gone on to become astronauts, aerospace engineers, professors, and university chancellors. Many have also become members of Zonta International to support Zonta’s efforts to provide educational opportunities for women and girls around the globe.

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School board member Hantman, Superintendent Carvalho honored

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Miami-Dade County Public Schools Board member Perla Tabares-Hantman and Schools Superintendent Alberto M. Carvalho received the 2017 Hispanic Education Leadership Award during the third annual Hispanic Leadership Award Luncheon, which was hosted by the Hispanic Education Coalition of Palm Beach County, in partnership with the Jose Marti Foundation.

The event, during Hispanic Heritage Month, recognizes individuals who have made a difference in the lives of Hispanic students in South Florida through education.

“I would like to thank the Hispanic Education Coalition of Palm Beach County in partnership with the Jose Marti Foundation for this wonderful recognition,” said Hantman.

Hantman, whose district includes Miami Lakes and portions of Hialeah, was been a member of the School Board since 1996, and became the first Hispanic to serve as chair.

Carvalho has been superintendent since 2008, overseeing the fourth-largest school district

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“I am thrilled to be recognized by the Hispanic Coalition of

Palm Beach,” said Carvalho. “It is a great honor to be acknowledged by your peers for doing work that you love and that benefits all children and families.”

Miami Lakes

The Town of Miami Lakes, homeowners associations, professional and volunteer groups have scheduled meetings during November:

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Classes and Recreation Calendar

The Town of Miami Lakes has scheduled the following classes and recreation activities during October:

(Youth Programs)

Archery Youth [$] Ages 7-10 Mondays 4:00 pm MLOP Archery Juniors [$] Ages 11-17 Fridays 4:30 pm MLOP Ballet 1 Ages 5-7 Mondays 4:30 pm MCCC Ballet 2 Ages 7-9 Mondays 5:30 pm MCCC Ballet 3 Ages 9-11 Wednesdays 4:30 pm MCCC Ballet 4 Ages 11-16 Wednesdays 5:30 pm MCCC Bricks4Kidz [$] Ages 5-12 Mondays 6:15 pm MYLC Code Explorers [$] Ages 4-5 Thursdays 2:30 pm MLOP Code Explorers Electrical Engineering [$] Ages 8-10 Thursdays 3:30 pm MLOP Code Explorers [$] Ages 5-10 Tuesdays 3:30 pm MLOP Code Explorers for Homeschoolers [$] Ages 5-10 Tuesdays 9:00 am MLOP Guitar & Violin [$] Ages 7-12 Wednesdays 4:30 & 5:30 pm MLOP

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(All classes are free unless noted by [$])

In the November 3 article covering Mayor Manny Cid's State of the Union Address, the proposal to relieve some of the MIAMI-DADE PUBLIC SCHOOLS Superintendent Alberto town's traffic gridlock through Carvalho and Board Member Perla Hantman. the purchase of ADA golf carts to transport residents around town misstated there would be “88” golf carts.

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Homeowners Organizations Regatta Pointe November 16 7:00 pm MCCC Gramercy Park November 16 7:30 pm MCCC Loch Andrews November 20 7:00 pm MLOP Loch Isle November 20 7:00 pm MLOP Lake Glen Ellen November 21 7:30 pm MCCC Villa Vizcaya November 22 7:30 pm MCCC Anchorage November 23 7:00 pm MCCC Lake Sandra November 23 7:30 pm MCCC Fountain Park November 27 7:30 pm MCCC Lake Martha November 28 6:30 pm MCCC Loch Lomond West November 28 7:30 pm MCCC Miami Lakes Clubs, Professional & Volunteer Groups M.L. Garden Club Mon. Nov. 27 7:00 pm MCCC M.L. Bridge Club Mondays 11:30 am MCCC MLCA Bridge Club Thursdays 11:00 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 MLYC is Miami Lakes Youth Center, 6075 Miami Lakes Drive E. MLPW is Miami Lakes Picnic Park West, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue

Hook a Kid on Golf [$] Ages 7-12 Wednesdays 4:00 pm Shula’s GC Jazz 1 Ages 5-7 Tuesdays 4:30 pm MCCC Jazz 2 Ages 7-9 Tuesdays 5:30 pm MCCC Jazz 3 Ages 9-11 Thursdays 4:30 pm MCCC Jazz 4 Ages 11-16 Thursdays 5:30 pm MCCC Just Run Ages 5-14 Tues.Thurs.

4:30 pm MLPW Keyboard Class Ages 8-17 Thursdays 6:00 pm MLYC Martial Arts Tots Ages 6-8 Mon./Wed. 4:30 pm MCCC Martial Arts Beginners Ages 7-9 Mon.Wed. 5:30 pm MCCC Martial Arts Intermediate Ages 8-10 Tues./Thurs.

4:30 pm MCCC Martial Arts Advanced Ages 11-16 Tues./Thurs.

5:30 pm MCCC Open Hang Nights (Themed Nights) Ages 11-17 Select Wed./Fri. 6:00 pm MLYC Preteen Fitness [$] Ages 10-14 Mondays 4:30 pm MLPW Start Smart Basketball [$] Ages 3-5 Wednesdays 3:30 pm MLOP YMCA After School Care [$] Ages K-8th Grade 2:00 to 6:00 pm RACC YMCA After School Care [$] Ages K-8th Grade 2:00 to 6:00 pm MLYC

(Adult Programs) Adult Archery [$] 18+ Mondays Boot Camp by Fit Like Me Miami [$] T/Th 18+ Boot Camp by Fit Like Me Miami [$] S 18+ Open Play Dominoes Mon. to Fri. 18+ Line Dancing 18+ Tues./Thurs.

Painting 1 18+ Fridays Painting 2 18+ Fridays Painting 3 18+ Wednesdays Spanish Advanced Conversational 18+ Mon./Wed. Spanish Intermediate 18+ Tues./Thurs.

Yoga 1 18+ Mon./Wed. Yoga 2 [$] 18+ Tues./Thurs.

Yoga in the Park 18+ Saturdays

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(55+ Senior Programs) Arts & Crafts Mon. (Ages 55+) 12 noon MCCC Computers (English) T/Th (Ages 55+) 9 & 11:15 am MCCC Computers (Spanish) M/W (Ages 55+) 9 & 11:00 am MCCC Knitting/Crocheting T/Th (Ages 55+) 1:00 pm MCCC Sewing T/Th (Ages 55+) 1:30 pm MCCC Tai Chi Mon.-Th. (Ages 55+) 9:00 am MCCC 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 MLYC is Miami Lakes Youth Center, 6075 Miami Lakes Drive E. MLPW is Miami Lakes Picnic Park West, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue Shula’s GC is Shula’s Golf Club, 7601 Miami Lakes Drive

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The regular season champion St. Thomas University women’s volleyball team had a busy night collecting awards at The Sun Conference Championship Awards Banquet held at the Fernandez Family Center.

Senior outside hitter Whitney Battoe won The Sun Conference Player of the Year Award for the second time in her career and was also named First-Team All-Conference.

Battoe, who was also the 2015 Sun Conference Player of

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the Year, hit .294 against conference opponents on the season, averaging 3.68 kills-per-set in league play.

Battoe was joined on the First-Team by senior teammates Carly Durr and Kimberly Martino. Durr ranked second on the team with 321 total kills and 2.89 kills-per-set. Martino dished out 1,035 assists on the year with an average of 9.24 assists-per-set.

St. Thomas also led all teams with seven Academic All-Sun

Conference recipients. Battoe, Durr, Martino, Carli Batsel, Veronica Gomez, Kelli Kosydor and Stacey Spalding all were named to the All-Academic team for their excellence in the classroom.

The Bobcats as a team, under the direction of first-year head coach Kera Dukic, were also honored as regular-season Sun Conference Champions at the banquet. The Bobcats went 15-1 in conference play to clinch the regular-season title.

Mater Lakes Academy’s swim team medals during FHSAA state championships The Mater Lakes Academy swim team competed for the third time in the FHSAA Swimming and Diving State Championships on November 3 at the Sailfish Splashpark Aquatic Athletics Center in Stuart.

Five swimmers qualified at the Regional Meets the weekend prior in order to compete in the state championships: Gabriela Fernandez, junior, Michael Fernandez, junior, Brandon Moran, junior, Juan Pineda, sophomore, and Augustin Rodriguez, seventh grader.

Out of the five talented swimmers, three earned medals in their respective categories.

Moran finished in fifth place and Pineda finished in eighth place in the 100 breast stroke.

Fernandez finished in fifth in the 200 individual medley also

earning himself a medal.

Mater Lakes swim team, as a whole, finished in 19th place out of 300 schools.

“It was a fantastic season and exciting to be a part of,” said athletic director Roy Franco.

Mater Lakes swim team is in its third year competing and under the direction of their coach, Pedro Mesa. The swim team started with 12 swimmers in 2015-2016 school year and has now grown to a team of over 50 individuals, and one that competes in the state championship since their first season.

“Three medals in one year, wow and five students qualifying alone is a great accomplishment. Congratulations to the coaches and the team. I know next year we will have even more qualifiers and medals,” said principal Rene Rovirosa.

ST. THOMAS UNIVERSITY women’s volleyball team collects wide variety of awards during Sun Conference Championship awards banquet at the Fernandez Family Center.

MATER LAKES ACADEMY swimmers who received medals in state competition included (from left) Michael Fernandez, Brandon Moran, and Juan Pineda.

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FIU men’s soccer players well represented on USA All-Conference team The No. 8 ranked Florida International University men's soccer team (11-0-4, 6-0-2 CUSA), was well represented on the postseason All-Conference USA team with seven players earning honors, highlighted by junior forward Santiago Patino being named Offensive Player of the Year, Player of the Year and the C-USA Golden Boot Award recipient.

In addition, first-year head coach Kevin Nylen was tabbed the C-USA Coach of the Year.

Patino, who was also named First-Team All-C-USA, was joined on the team by senior midfielder Paul Marie and sophomore. Both Patino and Marie make a return appearance on the league's first team. Graduate student, and defender, Marvin Hezel was named to the second team, and junior goalkeeper Hugo Fauroux, and senior midfielder Donald Tomlinson (Hollywood, Fla./American Heritage) were tabbed as thirdteam selections.

Redshirt freshman midfielder Alessandro Campoy and freshman midfielder Matias Barraza were selected to the Conference USA All-Freshman team.

“I am very happy for all of the players and their recognition from the conference,” said Nylen. “We have been in good form up until now and hope to continue with our play in the conference tournament on Friday.

“This award that I am honored to receive is for everyone within the FIU soccer program,” Nylen said. “The entire coaching staff deserves credit along with our

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Catholic Hospice, headquartered in Miami Lakes, will host the 21st Anniversary Swinging Fore Charity Golf Tournament on Friday, December 1, on the Senator Course at Shula’s Golf Club.

NOVEMBER 17, 2017

The event date was changed from October 6 due to Hurricane Irma recovery efforts. All participants are advised to mark this change in their calendars.

The event will benefit the

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United states military veterans and their families while on hospice care. Sponsorship packages are available.

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Pace nails Key West and advances to regional final Pace High’s football team clobbered Key West, 31-7, in the regional 4-4A semifinal game, setting a much anticipated rematch with University, which defeated the Spartans during the regular season, and a team that handed Pace its last playoff loss.

Pace (9-2) returned to the playoff following a seven year drought and advanced to the regional final game this Friday against the Sharks, who escaped with a 27-22 victory over the Spartans late in the game in September.

In the Key West game, Pace rushed for 285 years, as the Conch’s defense couldn’t slow down the Spartans. Pace head coach Joe Zaccheo’s game plan was to run the ball from start to finish, and may use the same strategy against the 8-1 Sharks.

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On the Spartans’ first possession of the game, they rushed for 67 yards on nine plays without throwing a single pass, taking a 7-0 lead in the first quarter.

Pace also recorded a 53-yard rushing touchdown drive in the third quarter, as the Spartans led 21-7.

Running back Tyrone Douglas led the Spartans with 112 rushing yards on 16 carries and one touchdown, and Willie Floyd recorded 80 rushing yards on 14 carries and scored two touchdowns.

The Spartans’ defense kept the Conch’s at bay for much of the game but allowed Key West (8-3) to score a touchdown, as Paton Hummell scored on a 21 yard pass to cut Pace’s deficit 14-7 at halftime.

Mater Academy falls in regional semifinal Mater Academy (7-6) couldn’t keep up with Palm Beach Dwyer, as the Panthers routed the Lions, 43-13, in the regional semifinal game last week.

Dwyer scored two touchdowns in the first quarter and scored 16 points in the third quarter, as the Lions’ defense appeared helpless. Dwyer also scored 10 points in the third quarter.

The Lions’ offense got a little spark in the second quarter by scoring 6 points, and scored a touchdown in the fourth quarter but the game was already out of reach.

The Panthers (10-2) will play Doral Academy (11-2) in the regional final this Friday.

By Maria Lopez Special to The Miami Laker In the fertile grounds of Jose Marti MAST 6-12 Academy, students and staff grow almost as quickly as the arboretum.

Although a combined effort, one man is the driving force behind the school’s evergreen thumb – Andrew Kearns.

Kearns has worked daily to educate and protect the native wildlife of South Florida. A teacher of 32 years, Kearns has used his curiosity in flora and fauna to drive his projects such as the Million Orchid Project.

Several contributors shared his vision and funded his endeavors.

Fairchild Botanical Garden has partnered up with Kearns to grow the Cowhorn Orchid (Cyrtopodium punctatum) and observe their growth within the school environment.

This year Kearns has moved to a larger lab with the help of the Lowe’s Toolbox For Education grant, Foundation for New Educational Initiatives, and the National Wildlife Foundation.

Receiving around $10,000, he has expanded the shade house, created a new botany lab, and maintained the arboretum.

There’s more room for growth and with his aspiration to study other endangered species and spread his message of “Malama Honua,� Hawaiian for “Care for Island Earth�.

ANDREW KEARNS, teacher at Jose Marti, earned several grants for continued work and growth at the Jose Marti arboretum

American High honored as a 2017-2018 STEM school American High School was recently recognized as a MiamiDade County Public Schools STEM school for the 2017-2018 year with the Bronze level.

American was designated a STEM school by primarily promoting Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics education and integration among its disciplines.

The school’s designation criteria includes STEM competitions, professional develop-

ment, partnerships, equity and accountability.

In addition, the STEM strengthens science, mathematics, visual and performing arts, accelerated career and technical offerings.

The three distinct STEM recognition levels are Bronze, Silver and Gold, as American is seeking to be designated as a Gold STEM school during the next school year.

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Mater Lakes thespians present The Wizard of Oz THE MIAMI LAKER

By Jaily Gomez Special to The Miami Laker The Mater Lakes Academy Thespians took to the stage at the Lehman Theatre in October to bring The Wizard Of Oz to anticipating audiences.

The Wizard of Oz is the Thespians’ first production of the 2017-2018 school year, and their second in partnership with Miami-Dade College. The show was a collaborative effort among the various arts programs at Mater Lakes, with Band, Drama, Dance and Art all contributing to its success. The shows were in played in memoriam for two senior thespians, Cristian Arocha and Sebastien Delagado, who passed away the Monday before the performance.

For four intense weeks, the involved middle and high school students committed their

time and effort to the show.

Featuring a cast and crew comprised entirely of students, they not only performed in the show, but created the sets, costumes, and props used during its run.

Yesenia Ginzo, Thespian president, took on the role of Stage Manager for the show, conducting everything behind the scenes, from lighting to scene changes. She said of her responsibilities, “Although my job is stressful, I truly enjoy what I do and I can’t wait until it is my permanent career.”

Audiences were transported to the magical land of Oz, where they laughed and smiled along with the musical’s sweetheart protagonist Dorothy Gale, a young girl living with her aunt and uncle in Kansas. When a tornado strikes their farm, Dorothy wakes up in a colorful new world where witches and

wizards are commonplace. With her newfound friends, Scarecrow, Tinman, and Lion, Dorothy goes on an adventure and learns there really is “No place like home.”

The leading roles were played

by Veronica Ginzo (Dorothy), Brandon Gonzalez (Scarecrow), Lucas Menvielle (Tinman), and Erika Mesa (Lion). Each actor gave an energetic performance and brought new life into these classic characters that have withstood the test of time.

Though The Wizard Of Oz is a timeless tale that has been told countless times before, the cast was able to put on a wildly

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entertaining show that still felt new despite the story being nearly 80 years old.

“Being in The Wizard Of Oz was very exciting for me. It’s one my favorite movies and now I had a chance to act in it,” said Gonzalez.

“It let me step into the shoes of a young heroine and into a world of magic,” said Ginzo, who put in endless hours towards perfecting her role as Dorothy.

Menvielle, who made his theatrical debut at Mater Lakes as the Tinman, adds, “This being my first production, I was thrilled with how it turned out.”

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Erika Mesa, the lovable, laughable lion, said “I’m glad that I was able to spread joy to people…even if it meant making a fool of myself.”

The International Thespian Society at Mater Lakes Academy is entering its third year, with over 50 members and 30 inductees for the 2017-2018 school year. Membership is lifelong, and gives students a creative and dramatic outlet for the performing arts.

The next show is High School Musical, coming to the Lehman Theatre in December, featuring members of the school’s baseball and cheerleading team.

Bob Graham Education Ctr. works with Hope for Autism THE CAST AND STARS of The Wizard of Oz is pictured at Mater Lakes Academy including (middle row) Erika Mesa (5th from left), Veronica Ginzo (7th from left), Lucas Menvielle and Brandon Gonzalez (8th and 9th from left).

BOB GRAHAM EDUCATION CENTER collaborated once again this year with the team, Hope for Autism and UMCard to support students and the autism community. UMCARD of Miami Lakes executive director Dr. Michael Alessandri (right) and Marinela Alvarez, Hope for Autism Community Team President (left) presented the school and principal Yecenia Martinez with the plaque (middle). “This was merited thanks to the extraordinary efforts of the Bobcat Family who contributed to help the inception of new programs benefiting our local communities from our 2017 fundraiser a possibility. Thanks to all for having big hearts and giving back to our community,” said Martinez.

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Miami Lakes K-8 Center’s two honor MDCPS reaches agreement societies donate to the Branches Center with United Teachers union The National Junior Honor Society and Elementary Honor Society at Miami Lakes K-8 Center participated in the 4th Annual Costume Drive to benefit the children at Branches Community Center.

Branches Community Center provides life-changing opportunities to working poor families to help them and their children

break the cycle of generational poverty.

The MLK-8 honor societies worked together with the support of the community and collected over 200 costumes during the month of October and delivered them to the children that are members at the Branches Community Center.

The MLK-8 students shared

Halloween treats they brought for the children and played together.

The National Junior Honor Society and Elementary Honor Society at MLK-8 are determined to help the community and inspire others to be the best they can be.

Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS) has reached a tentative agreement with the United Teachers of Dade (UTD) that honors educators’ dedication and expertise, and demonstrates the District’s commitment to them.

“Miami-Dade County Public Schools is privileged to have among our professional ranks a highly qualified, skilled, and caring instructional staff,” said Superintendent of Schools Alberto M. Carvalho.

“Ensuring they have a contract that honors their dedication and talent is paramount. Despite dif-

ficult economic conditions, we have reached an agreement, through compassionate and practical negotiations, that provides teachers and instructional personnel with a compensation package that demonstrates the great respect we have and the high value we place on the work they do every single day.”

The agreement includes salary increases, retention supplements for mid-to-late career teachers, and a 2018 Employee Benefit Program which continues a free option for employees inclusive of benefit enhancements.

SUPERINTENDENT Alberto M. Carvalho shakes hands with STUDENTS at Miami Lakes K-8 Center donated costumes to the Branch Community Center. United Teachers of Dade President Karla Hernandez-Mats after tentative agreement is reached.

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The school invites dedicated and eager students from 5th10th grade to apply at www.mast3.com up until the deadline on January 15, 2018.

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Scientific inquiry is the foundation of learning as students apply their skills to real life research.

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Spanish Lakes Elementary welcomes visitors to campus

Spanish Lakes Elementary welcomed Martha GaerraKattou from US Century Bank, senior vice president of Sales and Marketing, as SLE's Principal of the Day. Gaerra-Kattou gave back to the school and to the community from greeting students in the morning, to visiting classes and partaking in lessons. She also monitored the cafeterias and in learning the ropes of running a school she appreciated the tasks taken on by the school principal, Jacqueline Arias-Gonzalez.

SLE also welcomed Teach-AThon Teacher Champions, Jessica Saavedra, Wells Fargo branch manager, and her assistants, Luisa Uribe and Hector Rodriguez, to teach a fourth and fifth grade class with an informative presentation on the “The

History of Money, Money Making, Money Management, and the Banking System.”

The students interacted, participated, and learned pertinent information throughout the skillfully presented lesson. The Teach-A-Thon is a twist to a Walk-A-Thon. The private business sector supports and promotes quality education for Miami-Dade County students by having friends and family sponsor their challenging but satisfying classroom teaching experience.

Through The Education Fund's Teach-A-Thon, teachers benefit through stipends and grants afforded to them for innovative projects and classroom needs.

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Mater Lakes principal named a 2017 Charter School Champion THE MIAMI LAKER

NOVEMBER 17, 2017

Mater Lakes Academy principal Rene F. Rovirosa was selected as a 2017 Charter School Champion Leader Award by the Florida Consortium of Public Charter Schools (FCPCS).

The Florida Consortium honored winners of its 2017 Florida Charter School Champion Awards which were presented at the recent Florida Charter School Conference in Daytona Beach on November 2.

For the sixth consecutive year, FCPCS received nomina-

tions in several categories, and Rovirosa was nominated as a charter school leader. The FCPCS created the Charter School Champions awards to recognize exceptional talent, innovation, and leadership within the Florida charter school movement.

“I am honored, and humbled by this award,” said Rovirosa.

“I am not only honored to receive this award but I am honored to lead an exemplary group of faculty, staff, and students.”

Miami-Dade County Public Schools’ enrollment period for magnet programs across the school district is currently underway. Applications will be accepted through January 15.

In addition to the many exciting programs that were offered

last year, parents and students will be able to choose from new and innovative magnet programs that were created for the 2017-2018 school year. Magnet programs offer unique thematic strands of study that focus on students’ special interests, tal-

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The magnet application system can be accessed at http://yourchoicemiami.org/ which is be available in multiple languages.

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Miami Lakes Area Houses of Worship

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

Sunrise Presbyterian Church

Telephone: 954-435-1313 www.faithisthevictoryfellowship.com Sunday Service.....................10:30 AM (Cobb Theaters – 6711 Main Street) Theatre 17

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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

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

8201 N.W. 186 Street Telephone: 305-829-0049 Spanish service.............................9 AM English service.......................12:30 PM Tuesday (Spanish).........................7 PM Wednesday (English)....................7 PM

Palm Vista Community Church

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

Temple Tifereth Jacob 5901 N.W. 151 Street Telephone: 305-557-2651 Call for Service Schedule

Iglesia Biblica Cristiana Español Servicios

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

Iglesia El Nuevo Comienzo

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

St. Andrews Lutheran Church

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

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

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Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic Church

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

Mother of Our Redeemer Catholic Church

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

North Palm Baptist Church

7801 N.W. 178 Street Telephone: 305-558-2032 www.NorthpalmBaptist.org Sunday Bible Study.................9:15 AM Sunday Worship....................10:30 AM Wednesday Service..................7:00 PM

M.L. United Methodist Church

14800 N.W. 67 Avenue Telephone: 305-821-7274 www.miamilakesumc.net Traditional Worship Service.10:00 AM Contemporary Service..........11:30 AM (Child care and children’s/youth Sunday School during both services.)

New Testament Baptist Church The Gathering Place

6601 N.W. 167 Street Telephone: 305-558-4930 Sunday Service..........................11 AM Bible Study ............................9:45 AM Wednesday Bible Study...........7:00 PM Wednesday Youth Group.........7:00 PM

Orthodox Cathedral of Christ The Saviour

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

Palm Springs United Methodist Church

5700 W. 12 Avenue Telephone: 305-821-3232 Worship Service...................10:45 AM

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.

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In the wake of Hurricane Irma’s destruction in the Florida Keys, students from St. Thomas University and Barry University teamed up for the first-ever South Florida Catholic university disaster relief response day.

Thousands of families are still reeling from the damages the Category 3 storm caused, especially since many people are unemployed due to the closure of many hotels and restaurants.

Co-sponsored by the St. Thomas University Center for Community Engagement and the Barry University Center for Community Service Initiatives, the disaster relief response day brought together the universities’ staff and students with parishioners, community organizations, and local parks to support long-term relief and cleanup activities in the Florida Keys.

At San Pedro Catholic Church in Tavernier, students worked to remove debris from the Church property, as well as to support local parishioners in tree removal and clean-up. At John Pennekamp State Park in Key Largo, students worked on rebuilding a nature path that had been destroyed by the storm. In Marathon, closer to where Hurricane Irma had made a direct hit, students worked to clean up the Crane Point Hammock Nature Center and prepare it for re-opening to the public.

“We know that the damage in

STUDENTS AND STAFF from St. Thomas and Barry Universities joined forces to help clean up disaster debris in the Keyes following Hurricane Irma. the Keys pales in comparison to what happened in Puerto Rico and other areas of the Caribbean,” said Anthony Vinciguerra, coordinator of the STU Center for Community Engage-ment. “That said, there are parts of the Keys that are still suffering, and we wanted to be able to respond. We are one Archdiocese, from Broward to Key West, and as such we felt we had to do something.”

Courtney Berrien, associate director of the Barry University

Center for Community Service Initia-tives, agreed.

“Barry and St. Thomas share a common commitment to making a difference in the world, and both colleges regularly have service trips and service learning classes. That said, we often operate in our own silos.

Hurricane Irma provided the opportunity for us to come together, to connect to our neighbors in the keys, and to make a bigger impact by working together.”

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C all D ebbie 3 05-788-5008. FOR FOR SA LE! Call Debbie 305-788-5008.

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2,728 sq.. fft.

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14 years schools, Spacious enclosed Florida room overlooking king tranquil lake. Relax on a floating raft. No association a ssociation fee. fee. Great Great neighborhood. neighborhood.

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Includes electric, water and Comcast, no internet. No smokers. smokerrs. Must have background check and ch heckk a nd credit credit report. report.

Call Debbie 305-788-5008.

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FOR FOR RENT! RENT!

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8544 N.W. 140 Terrace - $278,500

ALLAN PELAEZ Broker/Associate

8421 Dundee Terrace - $565,000

Why rent when you can own this Mediterranean-style 2-story townhouse in sought after Villa Vizcaya in Miami Lakes. Gated community with 24 hour security. Brand new A/C. Cozy unit with a front courtyard and a large patio.

Tile throughout except for stair case which has new carpeting plenty of closets and storage space.

Great one-story Spanish-style waterfront property located on west side of Miami Lakes. Panoramic view of Lake Glenn Ellen, very relaxing backyard with lots of shade and colorful trees. Plenty of room for a pool. Split floor plan, S/S appliances incl. gas stove. New compressor, gas water heater.

Jack/Jill bathroom, cabana bath. Custom built hurricane proof front door.

MIAMI LAKES

MIAMI SPRINGS

570 Raven Drive - $399,000

FOR RENT – 16200 Aberdeen Way – $4,000

Great 3/2 home in a quiet neighborhood. No neighbors across the street. Minutes away fom MIA and highways. This cozy house is in Move-In Condition. New roof (2015), A/C (2016) and Washer/Dryer (2015). Remodeled kitchen & bathroom, impact windows and doors, new tankless water heater, large backyard with privacy fence.

Great house in one of Miami Lakes’ most sought after neighborhoods (Loch Lomond). One-story home with two-car garage and swimming pool.

Recessed lighting, large kitchen with granite countertop and S/S appliances. Lots of closet space. Tree-lined community with guard gate and 24-hr. security within walking distance to downtown Miami Lakes.

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15634 N.W. 81 Court - Silver Crest South

Top of the line home sitting on oversized 14,000+ sq.ft. lot. Totally remodeled featuring all impact doors/windows, wood & granite cabinets, built-in entertainment center, new pool tile line finishes & 1-year old pool heater. Old Chicago brick pavers, freshly painted inside & out. $779,000.

7960 NW 167 Terrace - Royal Oaks

NEW PRICE

7210 Gleneagle Drive - Loch Lomond

Breathtaking long lake views in a unique home in gated golf course community. Courtyard-style home has 5 bed/ 3 baths. Oversize 15,000 s.f. lot.

Top-of-line renovations. Home has all impact doors/windows, and soaring high volume ceilings throughout. Oversize lot. New Price $895,000.

6820 N. Augusta Dr.-Country Club of Miami

Lakefront 4 bedroom/3 bathroom (plus den) home with modern remodeling throughout. Top-of-the-line kitchen with all S/S appliances. Great natural lighting. Private covered terrace in master overlooking unique courtyard pool area, covered patio and lakefront views. $665,000.

Luxurious 7 bed/4.5 bath home with panoramic golf course views. Sitting on a double lot, home has keystone accents, high volume ceilings, remodeled kitchen, oversize dining room, fireplace, breakfast area. Generous pool area and full size tennis court. $998,000.

0 N.W. 168 Terrace - Royal Oaks Empty Waterfront Vacant Home Site For Sale!

Extremely rare to find - this perfectly located lot is one of the last remaining lakefront lots available. Site is located in private, guard-gated community in the heart of Miami Lakes. $395,000.

16222 NW 79 Avenue - Royal Oaks

SOLD

Lakefront custom-built 4/4.5 Smart home. Soaring vaulted ceilings, impact doors/windows, marble flooring, elevator.

Gourmet kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances, granite counters. Spacious master w//his/her master baths and balcony. Large covered terrace overlooking pool area w/builtin BBQ, long lake views. $783,000.

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Maria Victoria Zarate-Rodriguez

Broker-Associate

Realtor-Associate

305-827-4521 305-308-9482

NEW PRICE

16960 NW 86 Court - Royal Oaks

786-348-7780

Fully remodeled 5/4 custom-built home with over 4,838 s.f. Open kitchen with modern finishes, quartz counters, gas range stove, all new S/S appliances. Soaring high volume ceilings.

Generous master with sitting area. Expansive pool and cabana bar. New Price $799,000.

16752 NW 77 Place - Royal Oaks

Private, elegant 5/5 custom-built, gated home. All renovated kitchen & baths. Marble floors, high volume ceilings, plantation shutters. Smart Home capacities incl. iPhone controlled surround sound and more. Oversize driveway, 3-car garage, patio & terrace overlook generous pool area and gazebo. $1,087,500.

SOLD

7905 NW 164 Terrace - Royal Oaks

Luxurious 7/7 lakefront “mansion-like” home. One-of-a-kind wrap around lot, one of largest in area, enhances pool with direct long lake views. Every bedroom has own bathroom, master has large sitting area and private terrace. Covered terrace overlooking backyard and recently finished pool/patio area. $840,000.

NEW PRICE

15941 Dornoch Round - Loch Lomond 4 bed/3 1/2 bath home with panoramic lakefront views. Sitting on nearly 18,000 sf lot, home situated on a 3 home cul-de-sac offering a very private setting. Home has circular driveway & 2-car garage. Stunning pool area with great lakefront views. New Price $790,000.

15840 W. Prestwick Place - Loch Lomond

Luxurious lake/golf course home on 1/2 acre in exclusive Loch Lomond golf course community. Ideal layout blends all living/dining areas with gourmet kitchen. Plantation shutter window treatments, upgraded top-of-the line bathrooms, marble/hardwood flooring throughout. Expansive travertine pool deck in pool/spa area. $1,279,000.

SOLD

7830 N.W. 172 Street - Palm Springs North

Gorgeous 3 bed/2 bath single family home in Palm Springs North. Home sits on an oversized corner lot with plenty of space to entertain. All renovated bathrooms, along with an open layout and kitchen, perfect for any occasion. $381,000.

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