Miami Laker 2016 October 7

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The original northwest Miami-Dade community newspaper for the Town of Miami Lakes & surrounding areas Vol. 42 No 19

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MIAMI LAKES, FLORIDA

OCTOBER 7, 2016

Com. Esteban Bovo Jr. speaks at M. L. Chamber of Commerce luncheon Oct. 12.(See Page 13)

Town’s Seat 5 race features three political newcomers

By David L. Snelling The Miami Laker staff When Miami Lakes Councilmember Manny Cid decided to run for mayor, 10 candidates initially filed papers to run for his vacant Seat 5, but only three qualified while the others failed to do so or withdrew from the race.

Luis Collazo, former chair of the Miami Lakes Elderly Affairs Committee; Esther Colon, a former town manager for Lauderdale by the Sea; and attorney Nayib Hassan are seeking the vacant seat on election day, November 8.

The three town council hopefuls submitted their candidate questionnaire to The Miami Laker, sharing their campaigning experiences and residents’ concerns they want them to address if elected to political office.

Collazo, 43, received his bachelor’s degree in psychology and a master’s in social work from

Florida International University.

He has 20 years of experience working in executive management in the health care profession, primarily in senior housing and long term care.

He has been married to Clarisell De Cardenas for 10 years, and they have a 20-month old son, Lucas Collazo.

Collazo is the past president of Celebration Point Condominium Association, a board member of the Celebration Point Association and former member of the Miami Lakes Public Safety Committee.

He is a board member for the Miami-Dade County’s Finance Committee and the South Florida Behavioral Health Network.

Collazo has been living in Miami Lakes for the past 38 years.

“At the age of 5, my parents made the decision to move from Hialeah to Miami Lakes,” he said. “Both of my parents made many sacrifices

Council adopts budget with slightly lower property taxes

By David L. Snelling The Miami Laker staff The Miami Lakes Town Council adopted a new tax rate for property taxes to help shield residents with Homestead Exemption from a tax hike, and a $35 million budget which included restoring funding for the city’s committees since volunteers play a major role in the town’s affairs.

Lawmakers initially kept the 2.3518 rate but reduced it to the rollback rate of 2.3353 mills and closed the $40,000 budget deficit by cutting funding from vacant Town Hall positions and lawmakers’ travel expenses to balance the spending plan for 2016-2017.

At last month’s final budget hearing, Town Manager Alex Rey and his staff restored the committees’ funding as instructed after a restriction to spend $300,000 on education, as part of a development agreement, was lifted to cover youth programs as well.

But Rey reversed his decision following residents’ concerns the $300,000 would be needed since a

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large scale residential development would impact Bob Graham Education Center and Barbara Goleman High School.

Council members scrutinized the budget and discovered funding to spare residents from a slight tax increase after their property values rose and gave the committees’ the funding they had requested in July without using the $300,000.

The new 2.2253 tax rate, which is $2.2253 per $1,000 of assessed property value, generates about $6.1 million for the budget, as well as other revenues to render the level of municipal services residents have grown accustomed to since incorporation.

Mayor Michael Pizzi suggested the new rate and lawmakers approved Councilmember Frank Mingo’s proposal to cut $65,000 to $32,000 for a part-time community outreach manager instead of a full-time staff member.

The position, which is the town’s public information officer and social media director, has been

(Please see Page 3)

LUIS COLLAZO and worked hard to move into our first home in Lake Patricia, so that my brother and I could be raised in a community with the best schools and safest neighborhoods. When my wife and I met, almost 20 years ago, there was no question in our hearts that Miami Lakes is where we would raise our family. We are

ESTHER COLON proud to call Miami Lakes our home forever.

“In Miami Lakes, I was taught that community was more than just where we lived,” he said “Community is about giving back and doing the right thing. I have grown within this community and now my wife and I have the oppor-

NAYIB HASSAN tunity to teach our son the same values this community has taught me.”

Collazo, who has raised $26,443, said he decided to run for political office because as a committed member of the community, “I have proven my leadership through

(Please see Page 2)

Miami Lakes Pumpkin Patch opens on October 7 at M. Lakes Methodist Miami Lakes residents have been eagerly awaiting the arrival of the Pumpkin Patch located at Miami Lakes United Methodist Church, 14800 N.W. 67 Avenue on the corner of Miami Lakes Drive and Ludlum Road. Two and a half truckloads of pumpkins are coming this year and the Patch is open every day.

Pumpkins, Pumpkins, more Pumpkins!: One truckload came in on Wednesday, October 5, one is due on Friday, October 14 and another half load comes Friday, October 21, all coming from New Mexico. Students in need of volunteer hours may call 305-8217274 or email office@miamilakesumc.net to help with the offloading. Pumpkins of all sizes are available for purchase along with decorative gourds of all shapes and related retail items.

Bonfire & S’mores are scheduled for Saturday, October 15 beginning at sundown. S’mores, hamburgers, hotdogs, chips and drinks will be available for pur-

PUMPKIN PATCH will be open to October 29 with wide variety of special events, photo opportunities, and pumpkins galore! chase. Bring chairs or a blanket to the show. Dinner seating times are sit on, but leave the alcoholic bev- 5 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. and due to erages at home. limited availability seats are choFlanigan’s Dinner and Show sen at time of purchase. The Show of Illusion is on Saturday, October of Illusion is scheduled in between 22. Because this event is so popu- from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. and ticket lar there are two scheduled dinner purchase covers dinner and show. seatings, one before and one after (Please see Page 13)

n Merritt Stierheim will moderate Town’s Candidate Forum at Town Hall on October 14.........2

n Main Street Players schedule auditions for Real Women Have Curves October 17-18 .............8

n Clybourne Park cast superb in depicting 50 years of racial tension (Review)......................10

n Pace High School inducts four alumni into 2016 Hall of Fame.......................................22

n News and Notes of interest from the Town of Miami Lakes.

See pages.........................6 & 7

n Zonta Club’s annual Fall Flea Market set for October 15 in Town Center.............................9

n Shula’s Athletic Club sets “Blacklight for Cancer Week” from October 24-30..............24

n Community Calendar, 15, School, sports and church news, 19-29, Classified ads.........29-31

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Collazo, Colon, Hassan vie for Council Seat 5 votes (Continued from Page 1) service. Serving on the Town Council would allow me to serve every resident and ensuring a better future for Miami Lakes.”

If elected, Collazo said he would address issues such as traffic, smart development and growth, public safety, beautification, senior initiatives and efficient government.

“I am committed to small and efficient government,” he said. “I will be a tireless champion for fiscal accountability and demanding more with less.”

Collazo said residents told him they believe that more can be done in the areas of looming development, and especially, the impact traffic will bring to the north, east and west sides. He also said residents want to ensure that “our” first responders are adequately keeping up with increasing demands for service as “we grow.”

Collazo said he plans to have an

open door policy if elected. “I believe this gives elected officials the best perspective on how they can lead by listening to their constituents,” he said.

Colon, 62, is a retired government administrator and college professor. She has lived in Miami Lakes for 23 years.

Colon said she’s a member of the Zonta Club of Miami Lakes, and she also volunteers at the Miami Lakes Women’s Health Heart Initiative, Lotus House, Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital, Brown Mackie College Alumni Community and Lions Heart service activities.

She said living in Miami Lakes is neighborly, being able to walk or ride bikes to the parks, movies, concerts, restaurants, church and shop all within “our” community.”

Colon, who has raised $7,391 to fund her campaign, said she’s running for political office because she made the conscious decision to

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give back and serve her community.

“Our current financial position, grant acquisition, traffic congestion and infrastructure, needs to be analyzed and addressed,” she said.

“My depth of experience, enthusiasm and resourcefulness will deliver innovative solution to Miami Lakes to help it thrive over the next four years and beyond.”

If elected, Colon said she would like to address issues such as citizen engagement and improved communication; improved financial transparency; budget reductions when surveys indicate than less than 10 percent of residents’ interest (quantify return to residents); and more services for Miami Lakes residents and not surrounding communities.

She said residents are upset over the construction of Town Hall without their approval and construction financing, traffic congestion and approval of more residential developments and charter changes that were not approved by the majority of residents.

“I support and believe in an open door policy for all residents,” she said. “If permissible, I will have office hours because being a public servant is a job.”

Colon said residents should vote for her because of her 32 years of experience in municipal and county government, including operations and management.

Hassan, 38, has been living in Miami Lakes for 19 years. He briefly moved away for two years to attend law school. “But I always knew that this was my home and this is where I wanted to raise my children,” he said.

He is married to Linet Torres and they have four children, Samantha Rubio, 19, Christian Rubio, 15, Isabella Hassan, 4, and Daniella Hassan, 3.

Hassan has been an assistant state attorney in Broward County for nearly three years and a member of the Dade County Bar Association.

He said Miami Lakes is a safe haven from outside corrupt influences where you can raise your children without worrying too much about bad influences.

Hassan, who has raised $15,065, said he’s running for a Town Council Seat because as a Miami Lakes resident for over 19 years, he strongly believes in fiscal discipline and transparency in government.

“Over the past few years, I have witnessed how the lack of resident

involvement can lead to our government getting lost in the politics that can make us lose focus on what is best for Miami Lakes.

Hassan said if elected, he would insist on transparency and professionalism in conducting all Town business, and respect taxpayer dollars by avoiding the misspending of funds.

“Work faster and more efficiently to relieve traffic jams in our town,” he said. “Increase recreational programs, in our parks, for our children. Ensure our public safety, and engage residents so we always have a voice in important decisions.

“I am respectfully asking the voters of our town to give me an opportunity to serve as their voice and represent their interests and their interests alone, as a councilmember.”

Merritt Stierheim moderates Town’s candidate forum Oct. 14 A Candidate Forum for the November 8 general election will be held at 12:30 p.m. on Friday, October 14, at Town Hall, 6601 Main Street, in Miami Lakes The Town has been hosting candidate forums for the past two elections with the Good Government Initiative (which is no longer active). Merrett R. Stierheim, a former interim Miami Lakes Town Manager, will serve as this year’s moderator in collaboration with the League of Women Voters of Miami-Dade County.

The Forum will be held in the

Council Chambers beginning at noon with the Mayoral Debate, followed by a debate between the candidates running for Councilmember Seats 1, 3 and 5.

Members of the public wishing to submit questions for the Candidate Forum may do so by emailing 2016candidateforum@ miamilakes-fl.gov.

As a public information service, the Town will webcast the forum live and the video will be available for viewing later at www.miamilakes-fl.gov/meetings under the “Specialty” tab.

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Council restores committee requests in $35 million budget (Continued from Page 1) vacant for some time now.

In addition, $11,500 was cut from council members’ travel expenses to attend conferences and National League of Cities events and workshops, leaving them with a $26,000 budget for the year.

About $4,400 was left over to cover the committees’ budgets and Rey offset the $2,700 budget shortfall by not filling other vacant positions by the start of the October 1 fiscal year.

With the new tax rate, the town’s general fund budget is $6.2 million, which is about a $265,000 increase in ad valorem revenue for the new fiscal year.

Miami Lakes has significantly reduced expenses over the last ten years from a high of $21.6 million to a projected fiscal year 20162017 expense budget of $15.8 million. As compared to fiscal year 2015-2016, projected expenses excluding carryover funds for projects ($600,000), developer’s reimbursement of Series 2013 Loan ($1.7 million) and the building permit activity expenses ($1.2 million), the fiscal year 2016-2017 proposed expense budget, reflects an increase of about $391,000.

Some budget amendments included reducing the town’s landscape maintenance mowing cycles

from 35 to 32 cycles per year for the pocket packs and landscape areas, a reduction to the property, casualty and liability insurance appropriation, as well as allocating funds for the direct purchase of the LED street light program.

Due to the fact that the program is budgeted in the special revenue fund (Peoples Transportation Plan, PTP 80 percent), the need for a transfer to the capital projects fund in the amount of $365,600 is eliminated, and partially off-set by the transfer of $4,400 to the general fund, and thereby reduces the total fiscal year budget to $35.2 million.

When the town initially released preliminary figures in June, town staff presented over $1.8 million worth of unfunded projects.

But during a two-day budget workshop in August, Rey and his staff were able to find the money to fund the West Lakes Neighborhood Reforestation program ($100,000), the tree removal and replacement program ($28,807) and the addition of two police officers ($250,000) with a COPS grant over the next three years to fund public safety services.

The town’s biggest expense is police services capped at $7.6 million.

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Pending legal fees cast doubts on Town’s financial security

By David Snelling The Miami Laker staff As Miami Lakes put the finishing touches on the town’s $35 million budget for 2016-2017 late last month, council members never discussed the possible impact the mayor’s lawsuit to cover his attorney fees could bring if the city has to pay $2.5 million his lawyers have been requesting for successfully defending him during his federal corruption trial.

The two sides agreed to abate the case for six months while Miami Lakes pursues its own litigation against the insurance carrier for refusing to pay Mayor Michael Pizzi’s legal bill.

The abatement accord ends in November and no timetable was given for a court’s decision on whether the insurance company or the town itself must cover the mayor’s legal expenses from his 2014 trial, a hot button topic thought to be discussed during the

two budget hearings in September.

“This is a long and drawn out process,” Town attorney Raul Gastesi told The Miami Laker.

Before the abatement, Pizzi and council members clashed over the lawsuit and the situation boiled over when Councilmember Frank Mingo proposed a straw ballot to determine if residents want Miami Lakes to foot the bill at their expense, which led to heated verbal swipes between the two estranged colleagues.

“I don’t believe taxpayers are responsible for the legal issues he brought on himself,” Mingo said earlier this year.

But he withdrew his proposal following comments by residents who said the results of a straw ballot would pale in comparison to a judge’s decision.

Town Manager Alex Rey said the town has decided to allocate any surplus funds from the fiscal year 2016-2017 budget in case the

court rules in favor of the insurance carrier.

“We will have a final number in November, but it should be over $500,000,” he said in an email to The Miami Laker.

Following his acquittal in 2014, Pizzi sued Florida’s Governor, Rick Scott, in the state’s Supreme Court to force him to lift his suspension, but he never asked the seven justices to reinstate him.

He then sued the town in the lower courts and the Court of Appeals upheld the decision, allowing him to return as mayor in 2015.

Pizzi filed two lawsuits against Miami Lakes requesting the town pay his attorneys’ fees from his criminal and reinstatement trials.

Miami Lakes settled his rein-

statement court costs for $460,000 in 2015.

Council members were reluctant to vote for the settlement agreement but wanted to shun additional court costs and stop the financial bleeding.

“This is a tough pill to swallow but I have to put my emotions aside if the attorneys tell you this is the right thing to do,” Council member Ceasar Mestre said last year.

Said Pizzi: “It’s time to stop the bleeding and do the best we can to move forward.”

The mayor’s pending lawsuit has been dragging on for more than a year, as Miami Lakes’ legal fees to defend itself against the two lawsuits as well as the insurance carrier litigation is mounting.

At one point, it was reported that Miami Lakes had already spent about $2 million in legal fees.

Miami Lakes reduced its rate for property taxes from 2.3518 to 2.2253 mills to help shield residents with Homestead Exemption from a tax hike since their property values slightly increased.

Pizzi, who’s facing reelection in November, proposed the new rate.

But the $2.5 million for the mayor’s attorneys fees constitutes almost 15 percent of the town’s budget should the court force Miami Lakes to pay the legal bill.

And the town will not know if it has a surplus to carryover to 2017 until sometime in November.

9 of 11 Town Council candidates appear at Bar Association debate

THE MIAMI LAKES BAR ASSOCIATION hosted a debate last month for candidates running for seats on the Town’s Council in the November 8 general election. The public forum, which was moderated by former Miami-Dade County Mayor Alex Penelas, was held at Italy Today’s banquet room on Main Street. Participants included (from left) mayoral candidates Councilmember Manny Cid, incumbent Mayor Michael Pizzi and former mayor Wayne Slaton; Seat One candidates novice Alex Dehghani and incumbent Nelson Rodriguez; Seat Three incumbent Councilmember Tony Lama; and Seat Five candidates, Luis Collazo, Esther Colon and Nayib Hassan.

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News and Notes from the Town of Miami Lakes Veterans Committee seeks donations for Care Packages sMiami Lakes Veterans Committee is asking residents to assist in “Operation: Care and Comfort” to complete its mission to send care packages overseas to U.S. troops. Donations such as non-perishable foods, snacks, and treats, personal hygiene accessories and toiletries, batteries, socks, hand towels, notebooks and pens can be dropped off at the first floor reception desk at Town Hall, 6601 Main Street, Items donated by November 11 will be packed and shipped in time for holiday delivery.

The following Care and Comfort items are needed on a continuing basis for deployed U.S. forces: Snacks, Foods and Treats: • Individually wrapped hard candy (Twizzlers, Tootsie Rolls, Tootsie Pops, Skittles, lollipops, Life Savers, Sweet Tarts, etc.), chewing and bubble gum, mints, breath strips (no handmade items.)

• Small packages (lunch box sized) of nuts, seeds, pretzels, cookies, chips (Pringle type containers best), Cracker Jacks, crackers, Corn Nuts, fruit snacks and fruit leather, Gardettos.

• Trail Mix, energy bars, protein bars, breakfast and granola bars, nut bars, instant oatmeal, Kraft Easy Mac, ramen, Cup a Noodles.

• Powdered, sweetened drink mixes (Gatorade, Crystal Light,

Kool-Aid), ground or instant coffee, tea bags, hot chocolate, cider mix, sugar, sweetener, Coffee Mate, and condiment packets.

• Canned meats (No Pork), stews, chili, ravioli, soups, fruit, beef jerky, non-refrigerated microwavable meals.

Personal Hygiene and Toiletries: • Hotel/travel sized gel deodorant, shampoo, lotion, toothpaste and mouthwash, toothbrushes, dental floss and lip balm.

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

• Disposable razors, eye drops, nose drops, unscented baby wipes, wet wipes, small hand sanitizer, Mach III Turbo Razor blades and other good razors and blades.

• Small Kleenex packets, QTips (large packages are fine), anti-fungal creams, Band Aids, foot powder and sunscreen.

Miscellaneous items: • DVDs, CDs, game consoles and games (even older models as long as the connectors are included), AAA and AA batteries, pens, pencils, blank greeting cards and stationary, stickers, disposable cameras, AT&T phone cards.

• Hand written cars and letters of encouragement for the troops.

For more information, visit www.miamilakes-fl.gov/vc.

Columbus Capital opens local office Miami Lakes elected officials attended a ribbon cutting event for the new Miami Lakes branch of Columbus Capital Lending (CCL) on September 16. The Miami Lakes branch, managed by Jorge Perera, employs 42 people in Miami Lakes Corporate Center, 14750 N.W. 77 Court.

“I want to thank the owners, managers and employees of Columbus Capital Lending for creating at least 40 jobs in Miami Lakes and providing opportunities for residents to realize the opportunity of purchasing a home,” said Mayor Michael Pizzi. “This organization has an outstanding reputation in the industry with their focus on providing financing for small to midpriced homes.”

CCL is a full Direct Mortgage lender and can assist homeowners in a new home, or in refinancing and/or renovating their current home. With two additional locations in South Florida, the firm has become one of the top 10 lenders in Miami and among the top 50 in Florida winning several awards including the Mortgage Company of the Year award during the 34th annual Latin Builders Association Awards in 2014.

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RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONY for the new Columbus Capital Lending office in Miami Lakes included (from left) Councilmembers Tony Lama and Manny Cid, CCL branch manager Jorge Perera, Mayor Michael Pizzi, Councilmember Nelson Rodriguez, and CCL CFO Martin Perez.

Lakes Mayor presents ‘State of Town’ address on October 19 Mayor Michael Pizzi will deliver the annual State of the Town Address on Wednesday, October 19, at Town Hall, 6601 Main Street. A reception will be held from 6:30 to 7 p.m. before the Address which will be held in Council Chambers beginning at 7 p.m.

Pizzi will highlight the priorities for the upcoming year and the

Town’s accomplishments during the past year. All residents are invited to attend the event along with the participation of civic leaders, elected officials, volunteers, and other distinguished members of the community.

The meeting will be available for live viewing and recorded thereafter by visiting www.miamilakes-fl.gov/meetings.

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News and Notes from the Town of Miami Lakes Wide variety of Miami Lakes Economic Development Committee sponsors businesses will participate in ‘Access to Capital’ workshop on October 20 Miami Lakes Economic take place between 8:30 and 9 a.m. meet one on one with local finanStudent Job Fair on Oct. 15 Development Committee will host Co-sponsored by the Miami- cial institutions and lenders.

Miami Lakes Youth Activities Task Force and Economic Development Committee will host a Student Job Fair for high school and college students from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, October 15, at Roberto Alonso Community Center, 16500 N.W. 87 Avenue, in Miami Lakes.

The Job Fair is an excellent opportunity for both employers and students to meet and discuss job openings. The Fair is open to students who are 15 years of age and older. Students are asked to dress professionally to make a great first impression. Students should bring copies of their resume to submit to prospective employers.

Miami Lakes would like to thank the businesses who will be participating in the Job Fair.

Corporate community partnerships are an important part of community involvement. True partnerships involve joint planning and goal-setting. Modern community involvement requires

a company to rethink how it can contribute to the well-being of a community beyond financial support. Companies that encourage community involvement distinguish themselves from their competitors, and see many benefits including loyal customers and happier employees.

The following local companies will be participating in the Town’s Job Fair: Anacapri Miami Lakes; Bella Mar Real Estate, Inc.; CareerSource South Florida; Columbus Capital Lending; El Pimiento; Express Employment Solutions; Frost Byte Miami; Gauchos Gourmet Market; National Auto Lenders; Nutrition Smart; Ocaquatics Swim School; Orange Bowl Committee; Publix Supermarkets; Salsa Fiesta; Sprint Connect; Starbucks Coffee Company, and Studio Center.

For more information, email Nicole Singletary at singletaryn@miamilakes-fl.gov. or call 305-512-7132.

Japanese Cultural, Business Reception held in September

an “Access to Capital” business workshop on Thursday, October 20, in Town Hall Council Chambers, 6601 Main Street.

Registration and breakfast will

Dade Beacon Council, the program will begin at 9 a.m. with keynote speaker Althea Harris of the Small Business Administration. Attendees will then be able to

Space is limited and registration is required by contact Nicole Singletary at singletaryn@miamilakes-fl.gov.

TOWN OF MIAMI LAKES NOTICE IS HEREWITH GIVEN that meetings of the Town Council of the Town of Miami Lakes, Florida, and its committees, have been scheduled for the following dates, times and locations:

Town Council Regular Meeting Tuesday, October 4, 6:30 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Youth Activities Task Force Meeting Wednesday, October 5, 7:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Cultural Affairs Committee Meeting Thursday, October 6, 7:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Elderly Affairs Committee Meeting Wednesday, October 12, 8:30 AM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Education Advisory Board Meeting Thursday, October 13, 6:30 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Youth Activities Task Force Volunteer Meeting Friday, October 14, 6:00 PM Mary Collins Community Center, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue, Miami Lakes, Fla. Economic Development Committee Meeting Tuesday, October 18, 5:30 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Veterans Committee Meeting Thursday, October 20, 6:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Neighborhood Improvement Committee Meeting Thursday, October 20, 7:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla.

MIAMI LAKES OFFICIALS, along with the Town’s Cultural Affairs and Economic Development Committees and Miami Lakes Chamber of Commerce, welcomed the Consul General of Japan in Miami, Ken Okaniwa, during a Japanese Cultural and Business Reception in early September at Miami Lakes AutoMall. AutoMall general manager Fred Senra and Mitsubishi sponsored the event. Pictured (from left) Miami Lakes Councilmembers Tony Lama and Manny Cid, Okaniwa, Mayor Michael Pizzi, Senra, and Councilmember Nelson Rodriguez.

‘The Spot’ Youth Center hosts Financial Literacy workshop for students Oct. 22 Miami Lakes will host a Financial Literacy Workshop for high school students on Saturday, October 22, beginning at 10 a.m. at the Youth Center “The Spot”, 6075 Miami Lakes Drive East.

The workshop, led by Genny Castellanos, adjunct professor at NSU Law, will equip young adults

with the information they need to make educated decisions regarding lifestyles, costs of schools, and selecting career/college paths.

Seating is limited and registration is required. For more information or to register, email thespot@miamilakes-fl.gov, or call 305-819-7768.

Public Safety Committee Meeting Tuesday, October 25, 6:30 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Youth Activities Task Force Volunteer Meeting Friday, October 28, 6:00 PM Mary Collins Community Center,15151 N.W. 82 Avenue, Miami Lakes, Fla. In accordance with the provisions of F. S. Section 286.0105, should any person seek to appeal any decision made by the Council with respect to any matter considered at these meetings, such person will need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made; which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, persons needing special accommodation to participate in the proceedings should call Town Hall at (305) 364-6100, no later than (2) days prior to the proceeding for assistance.

Please be advised that two or more Councilmembers may be in attendance at the above events/meetings.

This Notice dated September 30, 2016 at Miami Lakes, Fl. Gina Inguanzo, Town Clerk

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Main St. Players set auditions for Real Women Have Curves The Main Street Players is seeking actors for a very funny and charming play that deals with the immigration experience in East Los Angeles in 1987.

Real Women Have Curves will be the first play of the newly formed Main Street Players professional theatre group in 2017

scheduled for performances at the Main Street Playhouse from February 3 to February 26.

Written by Josefina Lopez, the play will be directed by Ricky J. Martinez.

Auditions are scheduled from 7 to 10 p.m. on Monday and Tuesday, October 17-18, with call

backs from 7 to 10 p.m. on Wednesday, October 19.

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This play with a big heart is based upon the playwright’s personal experiences and is a microcosm of the Latina immigrant experience. Actors will receive compensation for their performance in the production.

The characters include: Ana, female, 18, plump and pretty, sister of Estela, daughter of Carmen. She is a recent high school graduate and a young feminist.

Estela, female, 24, plump, plain looking, owner of the “Garcia Sewing Factory.”

Carmen, female, 48, a short large women, mother of Ana and Estela. She has a talent for storytelling.

Pancha, female, 32, a huge woman who is very mellow in her ways, but quick with her tongue.

Rosali, female, 29, only a bit plump in comparison to the rest of the women. She is sweet and easygoing.

Audition requirements include a recent headshot and updated resume, two contrasting monologues that together make up a five minute slot (one of which should be done with a standard Mexican accent), professional attire, and any foreseeable time conflicts during the rehearsal process.

To schedule an audition time, email Dennis Lyzniak at playhousemanager@mianstreetplayers.com.

Miami Lakes Congregational Church hosts annual Health Fair on October 22 Miami Lakes Congregational Church will continue its 52 year commitment to reach out to the local community by sponsoring its second annual Health Fair on Saturday, October 22, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The goals of the event include offering health-related resources that are available in one place for easy access, and offering health care providers an opportunity to present their no fee/or reduced fee health services to the local community.

Community health partners at the event this year will include Palmetto Hospital, Miami Dade College School of Health Sciences, Miami Dade Fire Rescue, Yoga 305, Catholic Hospice, Main Street Dentistry and many more.

Screenings services will include Blood pressure, Glucose, Cholesterol monitoring. Massage Therapy, Dental Hygiene, Breast Health mammography resources, Physical Therapy, Respiratory Services, Smoking Cessation, Nutrition Information, Vision health care, Stroke Prevention, Epilepsy Evaluation, MRI center and Auditory screening.

This event will be held inside Fellowship Hall at 6701 Miami Lakeway South.The whole family is welcome and a children’s corner with face painting and fun games will be available for kids, as well as food trucks. Vendors interested in joining the event or have any questions on the event can contact the church office at (305)-8224313.

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Zonta Fall Flea Market set for October 15 The Zonta Club of Miami Lakes is currently accepting vendors for its annual Fall Flea

Market scheduled for Saturday, October 15, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. and hosted by The Graham

Kiwanis Club hosts annual charity square dance Oct. 15 After having a very successful event last year, the Kiwanis Club of Greater Miami Lakes announced it will hold the Third Annual Square Dance to benefit ELIMINATE on Saturday, October 15, from 6:30 to 9 p.m. at the Roberto Alonso Community Center in Royal Oaks Park located at 16500 N.W. 87 Avenue.

Kiwanis International and UNICEF joined forces on a five year project to raise $110 million to eliminate maternal and neonatal tetanus in third world countries. The project was appropriately named the ELIMINATE project and for just a $1.80 donation, a child or mother is vaccinated against tetanus.

There will be a professional

square dance caller who will be teaching novices how to square dance. Food and drinks will be available for purchase at the event as well as various items up for auction in a silent auction. The ticket price for the event is $15 per person. Ticket purchasers can make out their checks to Kiwanis International Foundation, a 501c3 organization, for tax purposes which are tax deductible as allowed by law.

To purchase tickets or make a donation for the silent auction, contact any Kiwanis officer including Allen Albrecht (305) 558-8657 or (786) 208-3177, Thomas Freiwald (305) 582-3280, or Diana Fernandez (305) 5868736.

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Vendors, large and small, are invited to participate in this annual event with the opportunity to clean out garages and closets and turn treasures, hobbies, and home business items into cash.

The Flea Market will be conveniently located in the parking lot on the southwest corner of Main Street and Ludlam Road, bordering New Barn Road.

Vendors can reserve two parking spaces for only $35 and must bring their own tables, chairs, and any other needed supplies.

Reservations may be made on the club’s website, www.zontamiamilakes.org, and make payments via Pay Pal. For more information, contact Marie at 305-557-9717.

Proceeds from the Flea Market will assist the Zonta Club in supporting the advancement of women and girls locally and globally. The club has arranged for the free pick up of any unsold and unwanted items as donations to the Lotus House charity at the end of the event.

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Cultural Affairs Committee seeks residents’ choice for classic film event Miami Lakes Cultural Affairs Committee is adding a Classic Film Showing event at Picnic Park West on Saturday, November 19.

The committee is encouraging

residents, young and old, to complete an online survey and choose from one of the following Classic Films to be shown at the event: Breakfast at Tiffany’s, Casa-

blanca, Gone with the Wind, It’s a Wonderful Life, or Wizard of Oz. To complete the survey, visit www.miamilakes-fl.gov/cac.

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Clybourne Park cast superb in depicting 50 years of racial tensions in award-winning play

By R.A. Romero The Miami Laker staff Clybourne Park, the PulitzerPrize winning play by Bruce Norris and directed by Tatyana Marie Carlo, is set in a fictional community modeled after the Cabrini Green projects along the Clybourne Avenue corridor in Chicago.

Clybourne Park follows the lives of Bev and Russ, an older couple whose son survived the war but not the reintegration back into civilization; Jim the priest; Francine and Albert, a black married couple trying to survive the last weekend of Francine working for Bev and Russ; and married couple Betsy and Karl, that live in the community and are expecting their first child.

Homes are put up for sale, racially offensive conversations are shared on declining property values, and in the banality of every day life, the evil of oppression makes its presence known.

Where Clybourne Park excels is in capturing the disjointed parts of life that have been fractured by loss, suffering, and oppression, and simultaneously showing how far society has come and how much farther it still has yet to go.

The racial tension portrayed in films and shows are heart-stopping moments, but there is nothing quite like the grounding experi-

ence of witnessing the frustration and injustice of death and racism in an intimate black box theatre where the audience collectively holds their breath to wait for the next line.

The cast of Clybourne Park is superb in bringing to life the characters of the 1950’s and 2000’s and though a majority of the play begins with something that must get done, but never does, it’s what happens in the moments in between our life’s mundane plans that make for a life well-lived.

Gentrification, racism, loss, and resentment are all explored in the same house over the span of 50 years.

Following a bow and roaring applause from the audience, one audience member raised his hand to say “you can change laws but you can’t legislate attitudes.”

Though double talk and diplomacy at times seem to go on, when the characters hit nerves the play grows more uncomfortable and more necessary.

Show dates are through October 23, with performances on Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m., and Sundays at 2 p.m. Tickets may be purchased at the door, or online at www.mainstreetplayers.com.

Prices are $25 for adults, and $20 for seniors, students, and military personnel.

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Town hosts Hispanic Heritage concert October 22 at Park West Miami Lakes Cultural Affairs Committee will host a concert commemorating Hispanic Heritage Month at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, October 22, at Picnic Park West, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue.

National Hispanic Heritage Month is designed to recognize the contributions made and the important presence of Hispanic and Latino Americans to the United States and celebrate their heritage and culture.

The free jazz concert will feature the renowned talent of Lucy Grau and her group “Sason.” Grau is a charismatic and talented singer from Miami with all the elements of a marquee vocalist.

She has delivered breathtaking performances, domestically and internationally with her powerhouse voice.

She masters both the English and Spanish language while staying true to her Latin rhythmic roots sharing her talents at Salsa Festivals, and sharing the stage with many talented artists and musicians such as La India, Roberto Torres, Oliva Y Los Sobrinos Del Juez, Andy Garcia, Tino Nieves, and many more.

Bring blankets, lawn chairs, picnic baskets, friends and family for an evening of music under the stars.

For more information, visit www.miamilakes-fl.gov/cac.

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‘The Spot’ schedules October events Miami Lakes Youth Center “The Spot) will be hosting the following programs for middle and high school students from 6 to 8 p.m. in October at 6075 Miami Lakes Drive East.

Friday, October 7 – “Open Hang Night.” Bring friends and come hang out at the Youth Center for a night full of fun and games.

Wednesday, October 12 – “Song Interpretation Night.” Try

to guess what each song means.

Bring friends, sing along and show you know your music.

Friday, October 21 – “The Spot’s Got Talent” Showcase – Think you have what it takes to be thenext Spot’s Got Talent winner?

Show us what you got in only 90 seconds. Join in for a night of amazing talented performances.

Wednesday, October 26 – “Mafia Game Night/Costume

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VP candidate Sen. Tim Kaine visits a Miami Lakes business

DEMOCRATIC VICE PRESIDENT CANDIDATE U.S. Senator Tim Kaine made a campaign stop in Miami Lakes last month visiting Drummer Boy Sound Productions, Inc. in Business Park West and chatting with former U.S. Senator and Florida Governor Bob Graham and his wife, Adele.

Contest.” Solve the mystery by collecting the clues and join in for a night of thinking and creativity.

Who will be the one to solve the mystery – the Police, the Doctor or the Mafia? And be sure to wear your best costume for the costume contest.

For event details and more information, visit www.miamilakes-fl.gov/thespot, or call 305819-7768.

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Fall Festival and Craft Show highlights last week of Patch (Continued from Page 1) Advance purchase price for adults is $12 (ages 13 and up) and $6 for children (ages 12 and under). Dinner + show tickets purchased at the door will cost $1 more: $13 per adult / $7 per child.

For advance purchase of Dinner + Show tickets, visit the church office or call 305-821-7274.

Tickets will be available at the Pumpkin Patch sales center. Be sure to bring advance purchase ticket to the dinner to avoid having to pay more at the door.

School Field Trips will be held every weekday morning beginning Thursday, October 6 and running through Wednesday, October 26. The children will enjoy the brand new playground with tunnels and landings and awesome obstacle course, along with jokes, songs, and science experiments.

All activities are sure to entertain and educate children up through 4th grade. Cost is $8 per child and include all the interactive activities, songs, refreshments (cookies and lemonade or water), a little pumpkin for each child, a goodie bag which includes a coin for a free kids meal at any Flanigan's restaurant, and a group photo for the classroom. Call 305-821-7274 to schedule.

Photo opportunities abound at the Pumpkin Patch. There is no admission charge (except on October 29) but donations are encouraged and needed to help maintain the Patch.

Outdoor Movie Nights will be on Fridays – October 7, 14, and

21 at 7 p.m. The movies are free.

Snacks and drinks will be available for purchase.

Craft Show will be held Saturday, October 29 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. About 40 participating crafters are expected so come early and do holiday gift shopping before the crowds get wild at the popular Fall Festival starting at noon. Crafters interested in participating may download the application at www.miamilakesumc.net.

Fall Festival will be held Saturday, October 29. Beginning at 10 a.m. there will be the Craft Show and face painting, inflatables from noon to 7 p.m., and pony rides and a petting zoo from 1 to 6 p.m. Admission to the Pumpkin Patch will be $2 per person on October 29. Admission to the festival and Craft Show is free.

Tickets will need to be purchased for the activities. Food and soft drinks will be available for purchase.

Festival Parking – The Town of Miami Lakes has offered its parking lot at 6601 Main Street for overflow parking. If no parking is available on church grounds, go north on N.W. 67 Avenue to Main Street and turn right. It’s a short walk to the Festival. The Crexent Center across the street from the church has also offered its parking lot for overflow parking. Be considerate and safe and DO NOT PARK on neighbor’s lawns or jump the curb on N.W. 67 Avenue.

Check the church website for additions or changes as they may occur at www.hopemlumc.com.

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M. L. Chamber of Commerce hosts Com. Estaban Bovo Jr. as October 12 luncheon guest Miami-Dade County Commission Vice Chair Estaban Bovo Jr. is the guest speaker for the Miami Lakes Chamber of Commerce monthly membership luncheon which is scheduled for 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, October 12, at Don Shula’s Hotel.

Bovo was first elected to the Commission in 2011 to represent District 13, which includes the Town of Miami Lakes, Hialeah, Palm Springs North and several other unincorporated neighborhoods.

He commenced his public service career in 1998 when he was appointed to fill a midterm vacancy on the Hialeah City Council.

Subsequently, re-elected twice, Bovo was elected to serve as the Council’s president, where he earned the respect and admiration of his colleagues and developed a reputation as a consensus builder.

In 2008, Bovo was elected to the Florida Legislature to represent House District 110, and was reelected without opposition in 2010.

As a county commissioner, Bovo serves as chairman of the Transportation and Mobility Committee, and is a member of the Unincorporated Municipal Services Committee and the Strategic Planning and Government Operations Committee.

As the past chairman of the Commission’s Finance Committee, Bovo earned a reputation as a

fiscal hawk and has championed various legislative proposals designed to make county government more transparent and efficient.

Networking starts at 11:30 a.m. followed by lunch as noon.

Deadline to reserve a table is Friday, October 7, at 2 p.m.

For more information, call Marta Diaz at 305-556-2212 or email her at mdiaz@miamilakeschamber.com.

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Miami Lakes Branch Library sets youth and adult events for October Miami Lakes Branch Library announced the following programs are available for the public during October: For Children and Families: Paws to Read – This reading program aims to improve the literacy skills of children through the assistance of therapy dogs who serve as literacy mentors. Parents may bring a book or choose one from the library collection. Event is at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, October 8.

Reading Ready Toddler Storytime – Stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. For ages 18 months to 3 years old at 11 a.m. on Thursdays, October 6, 13, 20 and 27.

Homeschool Science Class – Learn how to create different science projects. Space is limited.

Contact branch to register.

Scheduled for 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, October 19.

Library Lego Club – Join the library for monthly Lego builds at 11 a.m. on Saturday, October 22.

Not SO Spooky Storytime – Families can come treat themselves to a not-so-spooky storytime where they can “shake them bones” with dance and songs.

Children in costumes are welcome at 11 a.m. on Saturday, October 29.

We Stand Corrected: Our apology to Town Council candidate Elizabeth Delgado for an incorrect name under her photo and in the headline of a story that appeared on Page 2 of the September 16 issue.

For Teens: Teen Club – Captain America: Civil War. Presented by the Town of Miami Lakes Educational Advisory Board for ages 12-18 years at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, October 4.

Teen Club: Not Your Mama’s Mummies – Dare to discover mummies you never imagined in places you never suspected. For ages 12-18 years at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, October 11.

Teen Club: Sugar Skulls Makeup Demo – Heather Green, also known as Silly Heather, is the owner of Silly Farm Supplies and the co-producer of the Face and Body Art International Convention. She will demonstrate “Day of the Dead” makeup also known as “Sugar Skulls.” Presented by the Town of Miami Lakes Education Advisory Board at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, October 18.

Teen Club – Teens meet to play video games, watch anime, draw or discuss books at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, October 25.

For Adults: Go Club of Miami Lakes – Now everyone can embark on a journey and uncover the ancient game of strategy, attack and defense, the Game of Go. Meets from noon to 5 p.m. on Saturdays, October 8, 15 and 22.

Meditation – Meditation derived from Raja Yoga which will help develop inner calm, clear thinking and personal well-being

on Fridays, October 7, 14, 21 and 28. (Call branch for time.)

Book Discussion Group – Call the branch for this month’s title for the adult book discussion club which meets at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, October 18.

Flavors of Latin Cuisine – Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with some Latin flavor!

Join Raquel Roque, author of three books on Latin cooking, for a lively conversation about Latin cuisine. Learn new recipes, discuss your favorite dishes, and enjoy a special tasting (while supplies last) at 3 p.m. on Saturday, October 22.

USCIS Information Table – United States Citizenship and Immigration Service staff will provide information, materials and answer general questions regarding the citizenship process, at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, October 24.

Congressman Mario DiazBalart Community Outreach – A member of his staff will be on hand to discuss federal issues or any problem a constituent may have with a federal agency at 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday, October 24.

Miami Lakes Branch Library is located at 6699 Windmill Gate Road and is open Monday and Tuesday from noon to 8 p.m., and Wednesday through Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The branch is closed on Sundays. For more information, call 305-822-6520.

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Meeting & Class Calendar The Town of Miami Lakes, homeowners associations, professional and volunteer groups have scheduled meetings and classes during October:

Town of Miami Lakes

Town Council Meeting October 4 6:30 pm M.L. Govt. Center Youth Activities T. F. October 5 7:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center Cultural Affairs Com. October 6 7:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center Elderly Affairs Com. October 12 8:30 am M.L. Govt. Center 6:30 pm M.L. Govt. Center Education Adv. Board October 13 YATF Volunteer MeetingOctober 14 6:00 pm Mary Collins Center Economic Devel. Com. October 18 5:30 pm M.L. Govt. Center Veterans Committee October 20 6:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center Neighborhood Improvement Committee October 20 7:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center Public Safety Committee October 25 6:30 pm M.L. Govt. Center YATF Volunteer MeetingOctober 28 6:00 pm Mary Collins Center (The following classes are free and open to the public) 7:45 am RACC Yoga (for adults) M/T/W/Th Tai Chi M/T/W/Th 9:00 am RACC Computers W/T/W/Th 9:00 & 11:15 am RACC Arts & Crafts Mon. Noon RACC Painting 1 & 2 Fri. 9 am/12:30 pm RACC Painting 1 Fri. 9:00 am MCCC Painting 3 Wed. 10:00 am RACC Ballet/Jazz M/T/W/Th 4:30 pm MCCC Martial Arts M/T/W/Th 4:30 pm MCCC 11:00 am RACC Line Dancing T/Th Dominoes M/T/W/Th/Fri 6:30 pm RACC Knitting/Crocheting T/Th 1:00 pm RACC Sewing T/Th 1:30 pm MCCC Spanish (Beginners) T/Th 6:00 pm MCCC Spanish (Intermediate) M/W 6:00 pm MCCC

Homeowners Organizations

Lake Elizabeth Loch Lomond Lake Carol Royal Palm Estates Loch Ness Silvercrest South Loch Lomond East Lake Cynthia Windmill Gate Loch Andrews Loch Isle Lake Glenn Ellen Lake Katharine Villas Serenity Point Royal Oaks Gramercy Park Regatta Pointe Lake Martha Loch Lomond West Villa Vizcaya Anchorage Lake Sandra Lake Elizabeth Fountain Park

October 3 October 4 October 6 October 6 October 10 October 11 October 12 October 12 October 13 October 17 October 17 October 18 October 18 October 19 October 19 October 20 October 20 October 25 October 25 October 26 October 27 October 27 October 31 October 31

7:00 pm MCCC 7:00 pm MCCC 7:30 pm MCCC 7:00 pm MCCC 7:30 pm MCCC 7:00 pm MCCC 7:00 pm MCCC 7:30 pm MCCC 7:00 pm MCCC 7:00 pm MCCC 7:00 pm MCCC 7:30 pm MCCC 7:30 pm MCCC 7:00 pm MCCC 7:30 pm MCCC 7:30 pm MCCC 7:00 pm MCCC 6:30 pm MCCC 7:30 pm MCCC 7:30 pm MCCC 7:00 pm MCCC 7:30 pm MCCC 7:00 pm MCCC 7:30 pm MCCC

Miami Lakes Clubs, Professional & Volunteer Groups

M.L. Garden Club Bunco October 5 11:15 am MCCC M.L. Chamber/Commer. October 12 11:30 am Shula’s Hotel M.L. Garden Club October 24 7:00 pm MCCC M.L. Bridge Club Mondays 11:30 am MCCC MLCA Bridge Thursdays 11:00 am MCCC M.L. Quilting Club Tuesdays 11:15 am MCCC M.L. Kiwanis 2nd/4th Thurs.

6:30 pm Pampered Chef M.L. Toastmasters 1st/3rd Tues.7:00 pm ML Educational Center M.L. Lions Club 1st/3rd Tues.

7:00 pm Beverly Hills Cafe MCCC is Mary Collins Community Center, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue RACC is Robert Alonso Community Center, 16500 N.W. 87 Avenue

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Mater Academy’s Daniel Doriscar sets school rushing record against Doral Firebirds

MATER ACADEMY running back Daniel Doriscar rushed for a school record 215 yards and scored four touchdowns against Doral Academy on September 23, as the Lions defeated the Firebirds, 40-22, in a wild game that saw the Firebirds lead 1514 at the end of the third quarter. Mater Academy dominated the fourth quarter by taking advantage of miscues and turnovers to win the game.

‘b fore pink’ golf tournament set for October 7 at Shula’s The 5th annual Breast Cancer Golf Tournament, “b fore pink” sponsored by Vera Cadillac/ Buick/GMC has been scheduled for Friday, October 7, at Shula’s Golf Club, 7601 Miami Lakes Drive in Miami Lakes.

Pink is the color for breast cancer and all women are at risk with one in eight women diagnosed with breast cancer over their lifetime. However, early detection and a healthy lifestyle saves lives.

Proceeds from the 2016 “b fore pink” tournament will help fund the Women’s Breast and Heart Initiative’s (WBHI) efforts to reduce the incidence of undetected and untreated breast cancer.

WBHI, headquartered in Miami Lakes, provides breast health awareness, education, screening and referrals for underserved women through a targeted neighborhood door-to-door outreach intervention.

WBHI’s program has identified breast cancer higher than the national average, which not only saves women’s lives, but also taxpayer dollars.

The event gets underway with registration at 10:30 a.m., lunch at 11 a.m. and the scramble tournament at noon, followed by an awards ceremony, entertainment, auction, dinner and cocktails.

For more information, contact Stephanie Hoogenbergen at 305825-4081, or email stephanie@ flbreasthealth.com.

Barbara Goleman, Pace High football teams continue with winning seasons in 2016 In local high school football action, American picked up its third win of the season by beating Krop,19-13, in a District 13-8A game.

Krop (2-4) tied the game at 13 with four minutes left in the game.

But Patriots quarterback Wanya Williams connected with Khalil Love for a 6-yard touchdown pass to win the game.

American (3-2, 3-0) kept its hopes alive to win a sixth consecutive district championship and will face Hialeah Miami Lakes at 7:30 p.m. at Milander Stadium.

After winning its first game of the season, Hialeah Miami Lakes (1-4) lost to Edison, 49-18, as the Red Raiders forced four fumbles and grabbed two interceptions.

Edison (5-1) has won five consecutive games this season.

Barbara Goleman fell to Ronald Reagan, 17-15, in a key District 16-7A game.

Victor Herrera kicked the game-winning field goal with 22 seconds left in the game. The Gators completed a two-point conversion to take a 15-14 lead with four minutes left on the clock.

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The Gators (4-2) face Mater Academy (4-1) at 7 p.m. on October 8 at Milander Park.

Hialeah Gardens (1-4) faces Varela (1-4) at 3:30 p.m. October 7 at the Gladiators’ home turf.

Pace football looks to Homecoming game October 7

By Ashley Rey Special to The Miami Laker The Pace High School Spartans football team has started off its season on a high note with wins against Doral Academy, Hialeah Miami Lakes, and Gulf Coast High School in Naples. Their most resounding victory was a 35-7 win over the Gulliver Preparatory School Raiders on September 16.

The Spartans began the game by scoring three touchdowns in the first half, and kept up the pressure, adding one more in the second half.

After their game against Chaminade-Madonna was canceled due to lightning, the Spartans’ next game will be their Homecoming Game against the Clewiston Tigers on Friday, October 7 at 7:30pm. Tickets are $6 and parking is $5.

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Shula’s Athletic Club sets ‘Blacklight Corey for St. Jude tournament at Shula’s Golf Club raises for Cancer Week’ October 24 to 30

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Marching Band Classic scheduled for October 15 The Foundation for New Education Initiatives, Inc. will host the inaugural “On The March – Miami-Dade County Public Schools Marching Band Classic” to showcase the District’s marching bands and to raise funds for the participating bands. The march will take place at Tropical Park, 7900 S.W. 40 Street in Miami.

The Foundation is a M-DCPS direct-support organization created by the School Board to seek philanthropic funding to support the District’s students and programs.

High school marching bands participating include Miami Southridge, South Dade, Hialeah Gardens, Miami Central, Booker T. Washington, Miami Jackson, American, Hialeah Miami Lakes, Hialeah, South Miami, Miami Northwestern, and Miami Norland.

THE 2016 COREY FOR ST. JUDE benefit golf tournament was held on September 12 at Shula’s Golf Club. The event raised $57,000 for St. Jude Children’s Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee. Shula’s director of golf Kenny Fill presents the tournament proceeds check to Dr. Thomas Merchant (left), director of Radiation Oncology. In 14 years, the annual event has raised over $567,000 for the hospital. Title sponsor was Mike Napoli of the Cleveland Indians and gold sponsors included The Graham Companies, Atlas Metal Industries, and Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau.

St. Thomas athletics honored For the second year in a row, St. Thomas University was recognized as a NAIA Five-Star Champion of Character (COC) Institution.

STU is one of 171 institutions that were recognized by the NAIA as Five-Star Award winners.

The Bobcats were among 80 institutions earning the bonze award.

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“Last year we raised over $1,700 for the Women’s Breast and Heart Initiative whose mission it is to save lives by connecting atrisk women with the prevention and early detection necessary to fight breast cancer and heart disease,” said Higgs. “We expect to top that number this year based on everything we have planned.”

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Shula’s Athletic Club announced a “Blacklight for Breast Cancer” week to be held from Monday, October 24 to Sunday, October 30. During the week the club will host a series of fun and energetic-based classes and activities that are open to both members and non-members all conducted in a blacklight environment.

“We are very excited about this year’s lineup,” said Bill Higgs, Shula’s Athletic Club’s general manager. “On the heels of a very successful campaign last year that included a dodgeball tournament and raffling off autographed Miami Dolphins gear, we expect this year to be even better.”

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BASKETBALL was the highlight in late August at Shula’s Athletic Club as part of the Miami Lakes Senior Games schedule and events included a Free Throw contest, three point shooting, and a Bean Bag toss. George Pringle (above) shows his Free Throw form in the male 70-79 age group. Pringle took a silver medal for 2nd place, while Jim Hamilton, celebrating his 72nd birthday, placed first. Dave Oliver placed third.

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Shula’s Golf Club offers 1 month free memberships During the month of October, The Senator Course at Shula’s Golf Club, is offering any Miami Lakes resident the opportunity to be a Member for a Month without paying membership dues.

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Pace High inducts four alumni into Hall of Fame

By Rene D. Basulto Special to The Miami Laker On October 7, Pace High School will induct four new members into the Pace Hall of Fame during halftime of the 2016 Homecoming football game against Clewiston High School.

The inductees, all Pace Alumni, are Pace Dean of Students Samuel

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Lilly (Class of 1975), Roderick “Rod” Mack (Class of 1995), and husband and wife Daniel Delgado (Class of 1997) and Kristina Bergolla Delgado (Class of 1998).

“Mr. Lilly,” as he is known by students, has served the Pace community for a staggering 36 years.

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“I feel proud and privileged to have been a member of the Pace Family since 1971,” said Lilly.

His wife Susan Kish-Lilly is also a Pace alumna from the Class of 1977 and his brother Tony Lilly graduated from Pace in 1976.

During his time as a Pace Spartan football player, “Rod” Mack was ranked one of the top 50 players in Florida by SuperPrep and named a National Football Foundation and College Hall of Fame 1995 Scholar Athlete in his senior year. He signed a full football scholarship for the University of Miami, where he played as a linebacker for four years and received his bachelors in business management and a second degree in finance. Today, he is the owner and president of Onyx Financial Management Group, a devoted husband, and a father of five children. He also volunteers as a youth football coach and mentor to underprivileged youth.

Daniel and Kristina Bergolla Delgado graduated from Pace in 1997 and 1998 respectively, married in 2003, and now have two young children. Daniel was drafted right out of high school in the 1997 MLB Draft by the Seattle Mariners, where he played for six years before retiring. Kristina

DANIEL and KRISTINA BERGOLLA DELGADO received her Bachelors of Business Administration from the University of Miami and graduated magna cum laude from St. Thomas University School of Law. After working as a litigation attorney at Fowler White Burnett, PA for nine years, she retired from law in 2014 to focus mentoring others in fitness and building their own health and fitness businesses.

Daniel and Kristina are entrepreneurs, having built two successful business ventures together in real estate investing and health coach-

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The four will be inducted as part of the Homecoming Game festivities on October 7 at the Pace football field, which includes the annual Homecoming Alumni Bash for Pace alumni and friends starting at 6 p.m. Parking is $5 for the event. Those interested in attending can RSVP at alumni@ pacehs.com.

Enrollment opens for over 300 Magnet Programs in 2016-17 Miami-Dade County Public Schools opened its enrollment period for magnet programs across the school district on Saturday, October 1. Applications will be accepted through Sunday, January 15, 2017.

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 2016-2017 school year. Magnet programs offer unique thematic strands of study that focus on students’ special interests, talents, and abilities for all grade levels.

The offerings this year include new magnet programs in the areas of Robotics; Biomedical, Forensic Science; Coding; Cybersecurity; Visual Arts; and Medical Health Sciences.

The magnet application system could be accessed at www.miamimagnets.org, which is available in multiple languages. This tool simplifies the application process, increases parental access to information and enhances communication throughout the process, as well as includes how-to video guides.

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2 Mater Lakes students, 1 alumni, are EMT certified A current Mater Lakes Academy student and two of the school’s alumni recently passed the National Certification Exam for emergency medical technicians.

Mater Lakes Academy began the 2013-2014 school year with a health and science program with courses in Emergency Medical Responder and Health Science Foundations, under the instructions of Nicolas Wydra and Ron Piel of the Miramar Fire Department and Christopher Wydra of the Hialeah Fire Department.

The health and science program is currently in its fourth year at Mater Lakes Academy.

The first student to become a nationally certified emergency medical responder is senior Angelo Molina-Castro. The other two to have become a national certified emergency medical technician are former students of the health and science program and

Mater Lakes Academy alumni, Alex Diaz and Raymond Contreras.

“We have piloted the program during the 2013-2014 school year with only three classes, and it grew the next year to 6 classes with a waiting list of students to take the course each year, and other schools have begun a similar program. We love the classes and how much it has flourished and helped us as a school,” said Mater Lakes Academy principal Rene Rovirosa.

“The first year of the program, the faculty were CPR and First Aid trained by our instructors and thanks to that program, we were able to perform CPR to save one of our student’s life, a few days later. Thanks to this program we are training our students to save the lives of others as well and we are proud of these three students for becoming nationally certified.”

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Through ongoing site assessments by the District’s environmental inspectors, every precaution is being taken to ensure that schools across the District are safe and free from conditions that may further heighten the spread of Zika.

District staff has been in frequent communication with the Florida Department of Health (FDOH) and Centers for Disease

Control (CDC) officials for the most recent information and guidelines.

The best form of prevention is protection. Parents of students in the Zika-identified zones have been urged to take steps to guard their children against mosquitoborne illnesses. It is recommended that before children leave home, they dress in long-sleeved shirts and long pants. School uniform policies, in the identified schools, have been relaxed temporarily to give parents flexibility in clothing

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Lakes resident Erick Lamelas begins training for 2020 Olympics in Tokyo

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Miami Lakes resident Erick Lamelas is a full time student at Florida International University and a Karate Martial artist. He started learning karate at 6 years old and could now possibly be a future Olympian.

Throughout his years practicing karate, he has achieved these accolades: 3-time PKF Jr. PanAmerican Champion, 12-time USA NKF National Champion, 6time Team USA Member, 3-time US Open Champion, 5-time AAU National Champion, 3-time Junior Olympic Champion, and 5th Place in WKF World Championships.

In his most recent competition, he participated at the 2016 PKF Pan-American Championship in Guayaquil, Ecuador on August 27, and won his third Pan-American Gold Medal and fifth PanAmerican medal.

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Due to his performance in this competition and by also winning first place in both the 18-20 and 18-34 heavyweight divisions in the NKF National Team Trials, he was invited by the USA Sr. Karate Team to represent the country at the 2016 Sr. WKF World Championship in Linz, Austria from October 22 to 31.

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with him journey.

Karate recently was accepted as an official sport for the Olympics in 2020 in Tokyo and Lamelas is one of the top prospects to represent the USA. Lamelas said, “Watching the Olympics this year has only increased the fire under my passion for karate as my ultimate goal is to become an Olympic Champion.”

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Two Pace High sophomores attend Youth Leadership meet Pace High School sophomores David Barbier and Kimberly Jael Casios have been chosen to attend the 2017 Hugh O’Brian Youth (HOBY) Leadership Seminar in May 2017.

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Bob Graham students recognized for perfect FSA assessment scores

A DISTINGUISHED GROUP of students has been recognized by the Florida Department of Education and the Bob Graham Education Center family for earning a perfect score on one or more of the 2015-2016 state assessments - FSA. The administration and faculty are proud of the students’ achievements. Pictured (from left, back row) James Jackimczuk (assistant principal), Jonathan Pearson, Natalie Triana, Kaitlyn Ruano, Joseph Mooney, Sabrina Gonzalez, Sarah Gutierrez, Alissa Menduina, Byran Duque, Flavia Nunez, and Yecenia Martinez-Lopez (principal); and (from left, front row) Bellina Milito, Logan Tan-Changkachi, Sofia Perez, Monica Coira, Julian Rodriguez, and David Coira.

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Pace alumni Jorge Sedano named sports show co-anchor Monsignor Edward Pace High alumnus Jorge Sedano was selected to co-anchor Nacion ESPN 2, ESPN’s first bilingual sports news show, which was launched on September 26.

The cable network airs the onehour weekly program with Sedano, a Los Angeles sports radio host, boxing reporter Bernardo Osuna and ESPN Deportes online journalist Marly Rivera.

The show, which airs on Mondays at 5 p.m., gives the sports team the opportunity to analyze the past weekend’s NFL and soccer match-ups. It will also serve as a preview for the upcoming NFL Monday Night Football telecast on ESPN. Sedano, who graduated from FIU, began his broadcasting career as an anchor and producer at WAFN-AM 1700 The Fan in Miami and subsequently worked for Fox Sports Radio Network.

JORGE SEDANO He later worked as a host for the Miami Heat Radio Network, the 790 The Ticket and 560 WQAM. Sedano also was a sports anchor for CBS 4 WFOR-TV in Miami.

‘Nightmare on Montrose’ Halloween event set for October 29 at M. L. Picnic Park West Kids of all ages are invited to “Nightmare on Montrose” on Saturday, October 29, beginning at the haunting hour of 5 p.m. at Miami Lakes Picnic Park West, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue.

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FIU student gets national scholarship and NIH job Florida International University senior Brian Ho has landed a prestigious job before graduation. Ho is among 16 undergraduate students in the U.S. who were awarded a scholarship from the National Institutes of Health, which includes a one-year, paid research position in Bethesda, Maryland when he graduates from college.

Ho, a biology major, was chosen for his academics and community service to his college and national programs. He participated

in FIU’s MARC U-STAR fellowship, which provides minority students funding and support to conduct research as undergraduates and encourages them to pursue doctorates.

Ho also took part in the Exceptional Research Opportunities Program (EXROP), a national program that provides minority students summer research opportunities at renowned Howard Hughes Medical Institute labs.

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At FIU, Ho is a member of the Quantifying Biology in the Classroom (QBIC) program that provides students with an in-depth life sciences curriculum. In additional, he has spent the past three years researching genetics in professor Alexander Agoulnik’s lab.

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“I’m glad I have such as person I can rely on,” Agoulnik said.

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Ho’s advisors depict him as adept but humble, saying he’s just happy to be able to pay his rent for another year while in school.

Living on his own in Miami, his parents live in Antigua, where he was raised. The scholarship award will help him finish his senior year in school while focusing on research.

Agoulnik believes the NIH award will set Ho in the right path to jump start his career.

“It’s a unique opportunity to go out and have exposure to top-notch labs in the world,” he said.

Perla Hantman honored during Hispanic Leadership Awards On September 23, Miami-Dade School Board Chair Perla Tabares Hantman was honored at the Second Annual Hispanic Leadership Awards Luncheon hosted by the Hispanic Education Coalition of Palm Beach County (HEC) in partnership with the Jose Marti Foundation at the Harriet Himmel Theater in West Palm Beach.

Hantman, a Miami Lakes resident, was recognized for her con-

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M-Dade Schools join in Sandy Hook Promise for National Launch of anti-violence effort As part of the Values Matter Miami initiative, Miami-Dade County Public Schools partnered with Sandy Hook Promise, a national non-profit organization, which focuses on violence prevention so that no parent has to experience the loss of his or her child.

This partnership included “Start With Hello” week at Miami-Dade County Public Schools which took place September 19-23. The initiative raised awareness about social isolation and highlighted the importance of creating connected and inclusive classrooms, schools, and

communities. All schools participated in “Start With Hello” week and found creative ways to personalize the activities for their school.

Each day of the week featured a special theme.

Monday, September 19 was “Hey Day;” the following day was “Positivity Tuesday;” Wednesday was “Make Miami Green” day; Thursday was “Miami-Dade Mingles” day, and the week ended with “Forget Me Not Friday.”

For more information on the Sandy Hook Promise organization visit www.sandyhookpromise.org.

HIALEAH MIAMI LAKES HIGH SCHOOL students and faculty are pictured wearing their green shirts for “Make Miami Green” day as part of MDCPS’s partnership with the Sandy Hook Promise organization.

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Pace High welcomes new students in Arch. Curley/Notre Dame merger The Archdiocese of Miami has announced that at the beginning of the 2017-2018 scholastic year, Archbishop Curley/ Notre Dame High School (ACND) will merge with Monsignor Edward Pace Senior High School in order to provide students with a continued experience of the presence of Jesus Christ and an enhanced education with additional extra curricular opportunities.

The Archdiocese of Miami is announcing this information now because “it is important to provide the students and families a timeline to ensure a smooth transition from being two separate schools to becoming one school community,” said Dr. Kim Pryzbylski, superintendent of Catholic Schools. “Now there is an entire year to prepare for this transition and insure that the educational process continues without interruption.”

The Archdiocese of Miami is working to provide a smooth transition for students currently enrolled at ACND who maintain required academic standards and whose families have met their

financial responsibilities to the school. These students will be admitted and are eligible to apply for tuition assistance at Pace.

Archbishop Curley and Notre Dame High Schools, founded in 1953 were themselves merged in 1981. Pace was established in 1961 on 44 acres in Miami Gardens, adjacent to St. Thomas University and has been recognized as one of the top 50 Catholic high schools in the nation, receiving a Blue Ribbon of Excellence by the U.S. Department of Education. Among its cur-

ricula, Pace offers Advanced Placement and dual enrollment programs and like ACND, its alumni are identified as successful graduates and community leaders.

Parents of current students at ACND are invited to attend the school’s open house on October 11 at 6:30 p.m. for the opportunity to meet Pace principal Ana Garcia.

For more information on Pace visit www.pacehs.com or for more information on the merger, contact the Superintendent of Schools at 305-762-1019.

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Miami Lakes Area Houses of Worship Elevate Church 6250 Miami Lakes Dr. East Telephone: 305-823-3888 Sunday Worship.........9:30, 11 & 12:30 Friday Youth Nights.....................7 PM

M.L. Congregational Church 6701 Miami Lakeway South Telephone: 305-822-4313 Adult Sunday School...................9 AM Children’s Sunday School.....10:30 AM Worship.................................10:30 AM Special Need Service...............4:00 PM (Every fourth Sunday)

Sunrise Presbyterian Church 18400 N.W. 68 Avenue Telephone: 305-821-5841 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

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

Faith Is The Victory Fellowship

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

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

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

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

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

M-Dade Schools’ seniors shine in 2016 College Board SAT results The College Board recently released the results of the SAT for the graduating class of 2016.

Miami-Dade County Public Schools’ (M-DCPS) seniors outshined their counterparts in Florida with reported increased scores in Reading, Mathematics and Writing.

“Our students continue to do exceptionally well on state and national assessments,” said Schools Superintendent Alberto M. Carvalho. “The results of the College Board SAT demonstrate that our students are not only outpacing their state and national counterparts, but are emerging from high school with superior college and career readiness skills.

They are fully engaged academically and our instructional staff and programs are among the best in the nation. All of Miami-Dade County should revel in this outstanding achievement for our students and teachers.”

These results summarize the performance of the students in the class of 2016, who may have taken the assessments at any point in high school prior to March 2016.

For students who took the test more than once, only the most recent test scores are included in the analyses.

Highlights of the results include the M-DCPS graduating seniors’ mean scores increased significantly in all three subjects tested, Reading, Mathematics, and Writing; while the mean scores for the nation and Florida declined;

mean SAT subject area scores increased by 16 points in Critical Reading, by 12 points in Mathematics, and by 13 points in Writing; outscored Florida on the SAT in Critical Reading, with a mean scale score of 483, as compared to 481 statewide; and mean Critical Reading scores were as high or higher than statewide averages in 34 senior high schools, Mathematics scores were higher in 28 schools, and Writing scores were higher in 29 schools.

In comparison to the nation, MDCPS’ students’ mean scores at 25 senior high schools were as high as or higher than the national average in Reading, 16 schools in Mathematics, and 21 schools in Writing. Students and teachers were provided with a variety of SAT prep materials, online resources, and advanced level professional development in contentarea instruction to strengthen the teaching strategies and content area skills assessed by the SAT.

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Palm Springs United Methodist Church 5700 W. 12 Avenue Telephone: 305-821-3232 Worship Service...................10:45 AM

The Redeemed Christian Church of God Victory Parrish Worship Center 16261 N.W. 57 Avenue Telephone: 786-428-0078 Sunday service....................10:00 AM Tuesday & Thursday..............7:00 PM Friday service.......................11:00 PM

Voice for Jesus Cobb Miami Lakes Theatre #11 6711 Main Street 305-818-0565 Sunday service......................10:00 AM Youth service.........................10:00 AM Children services...................10:45 AM (Nursery provided)

(Editor’s Note: All information provided by individual houses of worship.

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His House Children’s Home hosts 13th annual Charity Gala His House Children’s Home (HHCH), with sponsor partners Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises, and Azamara Club Cruises, will host its 13th annual “Imagine” Charity Gala on Saturday, October 8, at 7 p.m. at The JW Marriott Marquis Miami, 225 Biscayne Blvd. Way in Miami.

The Master of Ceremony is Myriam Masihy, 7-time Emmy Award Winning Investigative Reporter at Telemundo 51 and NBC 6 South Florida.

Dignitaries have attended the event in past years to raise awareness and support for South Florida’s growing number of foster kids. Known for its spectacular Silent Auction items, His House Children’s Home is currently selling tickets and preferred seating for guests.

Individual tickets are $200, one table for 10 is $2,000, and preferred seating is $3,000. Email ssanchez@hhch.org for reservations and ticket information. Visit www.hhch.org for more information of His House Children’s Home.

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The funds raised will benefit those in need and the event helps the planet in a small way by reusing and recycling. The church is located at 6701 Miami Lakeway South across from the Miami Lakes K-8 Center. For more information call the church office at 305-822-4313.

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Rarely available single family home on the golf course in Country Club of Miami. Golf course community, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, with 1-car garage. Sit in your private patiio for direct golf course views which you can see inside the home as well. Master bedroom overlooks the screened-in, extended covered terrace. Low HOA dues paid yearly, just $180 per year.

Easy access to Dade and Broward counties. $345.000. A10127257.

Welcome to this beautiful family home in the Esplanade. Spacious home features 5 bdrms/3.5 baths. The 2nd floor master suite has separate meditation room and luxurious bath with a free standing tub & shower.

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Gorgeous & Elegant custom-built home in Royal Oaks (Miami Lakes). This home features a large kitchen with pool view, great for entertaining, 2 bedrooms downstairs and 2 bedrooms, including master, upstairs. Master bedroom was recently remodeled with no expense spared. Beautiful pool area. $539,000. A10151501.

Great opportunity to own in very desirable Miami Lakes Lake Glenn Ellen. 4,836 sq.ft. under air as per owner on the lake with a pool.

A great blank canvas for buyer with formal dining room, living room, great design. Master bedroom on second level with large wraparound terrace for great view of the lake and pool. Located in a gated community on cul de sac, close to schools, parks and all shopping.

Private beach as well. $625,000. A10073887.

Renovated crown jewel resort home in Miami Lakes. Rare opportunity to own a combo golf course view & waterfront ski lake home.

Outdoor entertaining dream w/largest seawall in Miami Lakes, exceptional for boating, jet skiiing, kayaking & fishing w/15,417 s.f. lot.

Spectacular master bedrm/bath enhanced by vaulted ceilings. This 4 bdrm/3 bath home has skylights, brick BBQ, chef’s kitchen, laundry room. A unique cul-de-sac turnkey private oasis. $779,000. A10063873.

Announcing Loch Ness Gardens. One of FIVE new custom-built residences by Pinnacle Homes. A 1-story masterpiece with 3,450 total sq.ft. 5 bedrooms, 3 baths, 2-car garage with circular drive and ski lake views. Price includes the Luxury Package complete with state-of-the-art amenities with attention to every detail. Pool/Spa package is available upon request. $815,000. A10098787.

Beautiful jewel in Miami’s charming Miami Springs neighborhood. 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, with tons of character. This home features mid-century architecture, open spaces and sits on a large lot. New roof in 2015, tank-less water heater and other upgardes homeowner installed recently. With over 10,000 s.f., there’s plenty of room for a pool. Close to MIA, restaurants, Dolphin Mall. Live in a community w/golf course, Aquatic Center and all Springs has to offer. $359,000. A10154

Largest unit in Lake Sandra. Originally a 4/3, now used as a 3/2, with extended living area plus wet bar. Lots of upgrades. Majestic 10 ft. front door, dual fireplace & elegant plantation shutters. Upgraded kitchen with 42-inch cabinets, top of the line appliances including 5 burner stove with double oven, French door refrigerator. Both bathrooms tastefully remodeled in 2004. Real wood floors in master suite. $355,000. A10096173.

2 story townhome with 3 bedrooms/2 baths + half bath on first floor. Located in quiet community of Santorini at Vizcaya. This lovely home features open floor plan, tile downstairs, carpet upstairs, hurricane shutters, pavered back yard, 1-car garage. Includes community pool, gym, clubhouse and tot lot. Great family community with 24-hour security. Close to schools, malls and major highways. $270,000. A10153928.

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Luxury Rentals in Miami Lakes Fountain House Apar tments • 1 and 2 bedrooms directly on Main Street • Select loft style units • Faux hardwood flooring • Garage available for rent • Washer/dryer in every unit • Sun splashed pool with tanning deck • Shula’s Athletic Club Benefit

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Located in West Hialeah, this 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home is big enough for two families. Gather your family in the large screened terrace for a holiday party.

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You are in Paradise. 3 Coconuts. 1 Sugar Apple, 1 Mango. 1 Barbados cherry & 1 Soursop Guanabana tree, overlooking saltwater waterfall pool 3 years new. 3 bedrooms each with balcony, 3 updated baths, 2-story, updated kitchen, granite counters, all new appliances, beautiful wood floors on second floor, HOA $190 mo. No Association approval. Gated security and many amenities. Call Debbie 305-788-5008.

For Rent. Very Spacious cluster single family home. 3 bd., 2/5 updated baths, 2,146 s.f., built 1982. 2-car garage. Beautiful wood floors, updated kit. & appls., large family room w/ builtin fireplace, master has spacious walk-in closets w/sitting area. Fenced-in yard, accordion hurricane shutters. $2,250 month, 1st, last & 1 month security, pet deposit, credit check, background check, 2 months employment & bank statements. Call Debbie 305-788-5008.

For Sale. The Moors completely remolded villa, 2/2, amazing kitchen, porcelain tile floors, the patio is being up to code, 2-parking spaces in front, plenty of guest parking, 24-hr. gated security, full clubhouse amenities, olympic size pool, exercise classes, kiddie pool and playground. A family community. New roof being replaced in 2016. Call Debbie 305-788-5008.

Warehouse for rent. Great location, almost 1,500 sq. ft., concrete floor, A/C, electric, garage door, front office, private entrance. Great for medical suites, computer tech, office supplies, printing company. No working on cars or mechanical equipment. 3 parking spaces. Space on side to store jet skies, boat, trailers, aside from the rental of $1,500 per month.Call Debbie 305-7885008.

Palm Springs North 2 bd/1ba home, completely remodeled, cute baby room, tile and wood floors, remodeled kitchen, new appliances, central 5 years, LD hasA/C huge screen patio, footing for SO addition. Lot is 12,931 sq. ft. with room for a pool. Sprinkler system, rain gutters, on a cul-de-sac, plenty of parking. No assoc. fees. Built solid in 1968. Roof new after Wilma. Taxes $2,635. Call Debbie 305-788-5008.

Garden Home For Sale. 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, living room, dining room, full kitchen appliances, big fenced in back yard. Ready in middle of August. Park in front. 24 hour gated security and roving security. No association approval. Text for appointment. Call Debbie 305-788-5008.

Cute little single family home at an affordable price. Tiled floors, full kitchen, dining room. Roof only few years new. 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, 1-car garage. Has a closet can be a 3rd bedroom. 24 hr. security. Club house, Olympic size pool and child play area. Walk to school, school bus pick up inside. Close to I-75 and Dade and Broward. Built in 1987 on an oversize lot. Taxes $1,601. Call

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For Sale. Four commercial medical dentist offices, 830 sq. ft., 864 sq. ft., 657 sq. ft., and 681 sq. ft., in the heart of Miami Lakes. Own a piece of the pie.

Plenty of parking. Multistory building centrally located to I-75 and Palmetto Expressway. Text for appointment. Call Debbie 305-788-5008, 305-603-8435.

PSN lake and large salt water pool home.

Jetski, waterski, or just fish and relax, perfect for BBQ and watching the games. 4 bedrooms/2 baths, updated bathroom.Tax roll is wrong, lot is 9,885 sq. ft. overlooking wide lake. Real wood cabinets and granite counter and new top of line appliances. Stove is gas and owned, waterheater and dryer are gas and leased. A large storage room can be 5th bedroom with walk-in closet. Roof and central A/C replaced new after Wilma. All tile floors.

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