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‘Nightmare on Montrose’ set for Picnic Park West on October 28

Miami Lakes ghosts and goblins are invited to attend the Town’s Youth Activities Task

Force’s annual Halloween event, “Nightmare on Montrose” beginning at 5 p.m. on

Saturday, October 28, at Miami Lakes Picnic Park West, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue. Event sponsor is Andy’s Police Supplies with additional sponsorship support from Specialty Smiles and the Law Firm of Gloria Garcia. The free event will feature pumpkin decorating, a costume contest, costume parade, music, food trucks, and more frightening activities including the even-growing “scare zone.” The event timeline includes: • 5 p.m. – Trick or treating starts and Photo Booth is opened • 5:30 p.m. – Pumpkin decorating starts • 6 p.m. – Costume Parade and Dance • 6:15 p.m. – Costume competition starts • 6:45 p.m. – Council introductions and winners announced • 7 to 9 p.m. – Scare Zone

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Com. Esteban Bovo visits M. Lakes Chamber luncheon By David Snelling The Miami Laker staff In 2002, Miami-Dade voters approved a half-penny sales tax increase to fund improvements to the county’s transit and transportation services under the People’s Transportation Plan to take cars off the roads and place people in reliable bus services. As part of the plan, a lot of pennies have added up which allowed 34 Miami-Dade municipalities, including Miami Lakes, to receive their share of the money to purchase circulators to transport people throughout their cities. But the rest of the plan hit a snag in 2008 following the economic meltdown, and years of delayed projects for a Metrorail expansion, express buses and a light rail system have pushed people, who are stuck in traffic for hours, beyond the point of frustration and some are mulling moving to another city. Even some of the major high-

ways are congested during morning and afternoon rush hours, including the Palmetto Expressway, the Dolphin Expressway, State Road 112, and Interstate 95, and voters are second-guessing the purpose for the sales tax increase and might call for a referendum to rescind it. Such a move could cause an economic downward spiral for Miami-Dade since economic stability has been the county’s biggest challenge, which led to the Strategic Miami Area Rapid Transit Plan (SMART) in hopes of restoring the massive transportation improvement plan by securing the bulk of the money from the federal government. The SMART plan, which was created by the county’s Transportation Planning Organization (TPO) in 2016, is a comprehensive plan which advances six rapid transit corridors to the Project Development and (Please see Page 3)

Optimist Club’s RBI softball team has undefeated season Miami Lakes Optimist Club’s girls softball team ended the R.B.I. season by going undefeated and capturing the championship back-to-back. The girls defeated a combination of Hialeah Miami Lakes and Barbara Goleman players in the playoff by a score of 10-3. They played the championship versus a team consisting of Doral Academy and Miami High and won 12-2. “The girls played hard all season,” said coach Alex Castroman. The Miami Lakes team consisted of American High and Miami Lakes Optimist recreational players.

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“Every single girl played a significant role during the season. It was a team effort, if one girl was off, there were 11 others peaking,” Castroman said. The girls were presented the trophy during a Miami Marlins home game. They were brought down to the field by the Marlins dugout where ex-Marlin Cliff Floyd presented them with the trophy. They also got a visit from Miami Lakes Councilmember Tim Daubert, who attended the game, making his way to where the girls were and congratulated them for representing Miami Lakes.

MIAMI LAKES OPTIMIST CLUBʼS championship RBI softball team included (front, from left) Melanie Arauz, Sabrina Conteras, Alexa Gallardo, Emily Torres, Ashley Alfonso, former Marlin Cliff Floyd, Erica Castroman, Denise Sud and Aluze Gonzalez; (back, from left) coach Alex Castroman, coach Ariel Gonzalez, coach Auilio Alfonso, Michele Oliva, coach Chanel Wilson and Snezshana Stojkovic.

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HML breaks ground on $6.3 million improvements PAGE 2

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Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS) will be hosting special events across the county to kick off school bond projects resulting from the overwhelming voter approval of the $1.2 billion General Obligation Bond (GOB). The bond is being used to modernize and construct school buildings throughout the District, expand

student capacity, enhance facility safety, and provide technology upgrades at all schools. The kick-off event was hosted at Hialeah Miami Lakes Senior High School, home of the Trojans, which took place on Thursday, October 12. The kick-off event to break ground was attended by Schools Superintendent Alberto M.

Carvalho, principal Lisa B. Garcia, Miami Lakes Mayor Manny Cid and District representatives. Slated to be completed March 2019 at HML, the total GOB investment of $6.3 million will provide for a number of improvements, including a new bus drop-off and covered walkway, resurfacing and restriping

of the basketball courts, renovation of the gymnasium’s bleachers, a new scoreboard, a new softball dugout, system-wide improvements to the HVAC system, new flooring, ceiling tile and grid replacement, and classroom technology upgrades throughout. HML was built in 1971 to serve students who live in

SCHOOLS SUPERINTENDENT Alberto Carvalho (center), flanked by Miami Lakes Mayor Cid, HML principal Lisa Garcia, and North Region superintendent Jose Bueno, is joined by other District staff and HML R.O.T.C. students as they break ground on the school’s $6.3 million GOB Project.

Elder law forum scheduled Nov. 4

Miami Lakes Elderly Affairs Committee, together with the Miami Lakes Bar Association, will host an Elder Legal Forum from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, November 4, at the Mary Collins Community Center, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue. A panel of attorneys and experts in the area of probate, estate planning, foreclosure, credit fraud, and land issues will discuss these and other legal topics. For more information, visit www.miamilakes-fl.gov/eac.

Miami Lakes, Opa Locka, and parts of Hialeah. The school is popular for its iPrep Academy, a magnet program, which receives an entire floor dedicated to 100 students. “This is a school that has undergone a dramatic transformation and is delivering on the promise of great education in our community,” said Carvalho.

New Testament Baptist Church hosts ‘Trunk-orTreat’ event on Halloween night

By R.A. Romero The Miami Laker staff New Testament Baptist Church near Miami Lakes is holding its annual Trunk-or-Treat and fall festival on October 31, from 7 to 9 p.m. in the parking lot of the church, located at 6601 N.W. 167 Street. The event is a safe, familyfriendly alternative to Halloween, and will offer treats and goodies to children with stations at every car trunk parked in the parking lot. Some of the trunks will be “nut-free” for those with allergies who would still like to participate. “Nutfree” cars will be teal, the official color for allergy free treats. To maintain the atmosphere of the event, the church asks that those attending do not wear evil, scary, gory or lewd costumes. All children must be accompanied by parents. Though the trunk-or-treat event is free, suggested donations will be collected for the hurricane victims in Puerto Rico and the Caribbean. Donations can be monetary or material goods such as baby supplies, bottled water, canned food, and feminine products. Disaster relief support isn’t limited to the event, those interested in donating can do so by dropping off donations at the church or school any time in October. Apart from the trunk-or-treat activity, there will be hayrides, music, food, and face painting at an additional cost. For more information call the church at 305-558-4930.

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Safety tips to protect Little Goblins Com. Bovo outlines TPO’s By R.A. Romero The Miami Laker staff To keep the Halloween scares relegated to the haunted houses and away from injury, follow these helpful tips on safety, courtesy of The Miami Laker. Spooky and Safe Streets: According to www.safekids. org, “On average, children are more than twice as likely to be hit by a car and killed on Halloween than on any other

day of the year.” To ensure safety on or near roads, trick-ortreaters should be: Seen, Aware, Free of anything that may obstruct vision, and Escorted by a vigilant chaperone, easily remembered by the acronym “SAFE.” Reflective costumes or carrying flashlights will make children visible to drivers, and in conjunction with children being aware of surroundings, being

M. Lakes Pumpkin Patch stays open until October 31

Halloween is just around the corner and only 11 days remain for residents and visitors to enjoy the Miami Lakes United Methodist Church’s 20th Annual Pumpkin Patch at 14800 N.W. 67 Avenue on the corner of Miami Lakes Drive and Ludlum Road. The patch is open daily until October 31, with free admission on weekdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and $3 admission for adults after 4 p.m. on weekdays and all day on weekends. Children 12 and under are free with the paid admission of one adult ticket. The $3 admission may be applied toward any pumpkin or gourd purchase. The final Pumpkin truckloads arrive October 18, and 25. Arrivals are planned for 4 p.m. Students in need of volunteer hours can call 305-821-7274 or email office@miamilakesumc. net. Pumpkins of all sizes will be available for purchase along with decorative gourds of all shapes and related retail items.

Outdoor Movie Night will be every Friday beginning at sundown. Movies are free. Snacks and drinks will be available for purchase. Flanigan’s Dinner and Show of Illusion is on Saturday, October 21. Dinner seating times are 5 and 7:30 p.m. and due to limited availability, seats are chosen at time of purchase. The Show of Illusion is scheduled in between from 6:30 7:30 p.m. and ticket purchase covers dinner and show. Advance purchase price for adults is $12 (ages 13 and up) and $6 for children (ages 12 and under). Dinner and show tickets purchased at the door will cost $1 more: $13 per adult / $7 per child. School Field Trips will be held every weekday morning running through Friday, October 27. Children can enjoy the brand new playground along with jokes, songs, and science experiments. Cost is $8 per child. Call 305-821-7274 to schedule.

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careful to keep masks away from the eyes when crossing streets, and being chaperoned will all lower risk of injury. Drivers should also be aware of their surroundings by eliminating distractions and take extra time to drive through residential areas. No Tricks, All Treats: Costume accessories should not be sharp to avoid accidents. Avoid wearing decorative contact lenses to lower risk of eye injury or infection. Pumpkin carvings should be handled by an adult and little pumpkins should not be left unattended. While trick-or-treating, sticking to a well-known and well-lit neighborhood path is safest. Never enter a home or vehicle for treats or accept rides from strangers. Avoid homes that are not well-lit. Healthy Haunts: Be sure to only eat the treats that have been inspected and approved by a parent or guardian. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, parents should be certain that all treats are factory wrapped and throw away any spoiled or suspicious items. Eating a full meal before trick-or-treating will keep children from eating too many treats. Enjoy a spooky and safe Halloween!

SMART transportation plan (Continued from Page 1) Environmental study phase to determine the costs and potential sources of funding for the projects. The plan aspires to enhance mobility and reduce traffic gridlock throughout Miami-Dade, by extending Metrorail to the east and west corridors, offering rapid transit bus services to run along six major corridors, developing a light rail system and creating more than a hundred miles of paved paths, bike lanes and neighborhood streets with sidewalks for safe walking. FDOT is funding three of the corridors and the county is seeking major financial support for the other three, according to Miami-Dade County Commission chairman Esteban Bovo Jr., who was the guest speaker for the October Miami Lakes Chamber of Commerce membership meeting. “I am a rail person and I want to see the rail expansion,” Bovo said. “The SMART plan creates jobs, economic opportunities, and taxes to pay for the operation and maintenance of the rail.” Bovo, whose district includes Miami Lakes and Hialeah, said since the sales tax increase went into effect 15 years ago, frustrated residents are seeing little

results in improving mobility, as the traffic gridlock gets worse, conceivably leading to road rage and people being constantly late for work and school. He fears residents may rescind the tax increase mostly through a referendum in the future if the traffic congestion and mobility are not improved. Aileen Boucie, executive director of TPO, said the county’s SMART plan is similar to San Francisco’s and Los Angeles’ rapid transit plans. The SMART plan calls for extending the commuter rail system and creating a light rail system to run near the corridors to connect passengers to buses and jitneys and transport them to their destinations. Bovo said the original creators for Metrorail had erred by designing the elevated six-car train to run in areas where people rarely need to go for the past 32 years. In contrast, a light rail system is what the county needs which can transport people from Aventura, North Miami Beach, North Miami, with Downtown Miami as its final destination. “And we’re talking to other cities along the corridors on how do we move people better around Miami-Dade,” he said.

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By R.A. Romero The Miami Laker staff â&#x20AC;&#x153;Miami Lakes is a cool place, but it's so quiet. I want to make some noise, make it fun,â&#x20AC;? said Rufino Paulino, owner of the newest restaurant in Miami Lakes, Dr. Limon's Ceviche Bar, located at 7341 Miami Lakes Drive in the Cypress Village shopping center. Though an official grand opening celebration is still in the works and a ribbon cutting with the Town Council happened only a couple weeks ago, Paulino's restaurant is overflowing with customers, new and familiar faces. The original Dr. Limon's Ceviche Bar is located in Kendall and a second location opened in Sweetwater. Despite the drive to get a taste of the specialized ceviche options, regulars from all over, including Broward and Miami Lakes, make the trek there every weekend. Now with the opening of a Miami Lakes location, and the first franchise of the Dr. Limon brand, ceviche fans don't have to travel far. Regulars are well-aquainted with Paulino who worked as a server for several years at the corporate locations. Originally from the Dominican Republic, Paulino didn't know how to

cook, â&#x20AC;&#x153;not even boil an egg,â&#x20AC;? he said, when he first arrived to the states several years ago. He studied civil engineering in his home country but in Miami is where he learned to cook. Paulino worked every station in a restaurant, giving him first hand experience for what makes a successful restaurant and understanding for his employees whom he affectionately refers to as his colleagues. After many years working as a server in the Kendall location he jumped at the opportunity to be the first franchisee of the Dr. Limon brand, as did his family. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is a family affair,â&#x20AC;? said Paulino who speaks fondly of his parents and sisters who each bought a share in the restaurant franchise. â&#x20AC;&#x153;My family loves the food and we wanted to do this together. I couldn't have done this without them, my daughter, and without my girlfriend who has been a huge support system for me as I started this new adventure.â&#x20AC;? Paulino is passionate about his work and delighted he gets to embark on this with his loved ones. For those who are nervous to try something different like ceviche, Paulino encourages them to be â&#x20AC;&#x153;adventurous.â&#x20AC;? Over 15 different styles of ceviche are offered at the restaurant

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RUFINO PAULINO (far right) is shown along with his family during Christmastime, who are shareholders and a great support system as Paulino opened doors to the first franchise location of Dr. Limon's Ceviche Bar in Miami Lakes. along with other Peruvian cui- sauces in house made with the Apart from the menu, the sine. Ceviche is various seafood freshest seafood.â&#x20AC;? restaurant bar has six craft beers protein predominantly cooked The sauces are made by the on tap, and a few more on the in citrus based sauces which corporate location's head chef way, a unique blend of ubiquiinfuse it with a unique flavor. and co-founder, Carlos Brescia, tous favorites, local brews, and The menu items are named to fit who visits the Miami Lakes Peruvian brews as well. The bar the doctor and medical theme of location to hand-prepare the is conveniently located on the the restaurant. The most popular sauces every other day. Co- side of the restaurant that opens dishes are the Dr. Miyagi and founders JosĂŠ Antonio Combina to a garden where Paulino plans Fiebre Alta, translated to 'High and Fiorella Terrazas, along to add awnings, tables, and a Fever.' with Brescia, founded the live band to bring some Latin â&#x20AC;&#x153;You can get ceviche in other restaurant in 2012. fun and noise to Miami Lakes. places but there aren't really The regular menu offers a host â&#x20AC;&#x153;I am so thankful to Phillip options in Miami Lakes which of flavors and every week, two Wylie of The Graham Comis why I wanted to meet that new plates are offered as spe- panies for helping me find this need and open the restaurant cialties which is voted upon by location in Miami Lakes and for here,â&#x20AC;? said Paulino. â&#x20AC;&#x153;But even if the staff. being so great to work with to you did go outside of Miami â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have people who come so make this process as easy as it Lakes to get your ceviche, I'd often they have tried everything could be,â&#x20AC;? said Paulino. say to those people that what on the menu so as soon as they For more information on menu sets us apart from the rest is sit down they donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t ask for a items, hours, to order online and sauces and service. The sauce is menu they just say â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;bring us for a call-ahead number for a truly where the magic happens your newest mealsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; because table, visit www.doctorlimon. for ceviche and we have so theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re confident theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll like com. many unique and traditional it,â&#x20AC;? said Paulino.

Kiwanis Club hosts annual charity square dance on Saturday, Oct. 21

Kiwanis International and UNICEF joined forces on a five year project to raise $110 million dollars to eliminate maternal and neo-natal tetanus in third world countries. This project was appropriately named the ELIMINATE project and for just a $1.80 a child or mother is vaccinated against tetanus. To date over $100 million has been raised towards meeting the goal. This being accomplished through the efforts of Kiwanis clubs worldwide and their sponsored leadership clubs (SLPs) such as CKI clubs at the collegiate level, Key Clubs at the high school level, Builders clubs at the middle school level and K-Kids clubs at the elementary school level and Aktion clubs (for adults with disabilities). The Kiwanis Club of Greater Miami Lakes is proud to sponsor SLPs at the following local schools: â&#x20AC;˘ Key Club of Barbara Goleman Senior High

â&#x20AC;˘ Key Club of Hialeah Miami Lakes Senior High â&#x20AC;˘ Key Club of American Senior High â&#x20AC;˘ Key Club of Miami Lakes Educational Center Senior High â&#x20AC;˘ Key Club of Hialeah Gardens Senior High â&#x20AC;˘ Key Club of Jose Marti Senior High â&#x20AC;˘ Key Club of Mater Lakes Senior High â&#x20AC;˘ Builders Club of Hialeah Gardens Middle School â&#x20AC;˘ Builders Club of Bob Graham Education Center Middle School After successful events in years past, the Kiwanis Club of Greater Miami Lakes is holding the Third Annual Square Dance to benefit ELIMINATE on Saturday October 21 from 6:30 until 9 p.m. at the Roberto Alonso Community Center at Royal Oaks Park located at 16500 N,W. 87 Avenue in Miami Lakes. 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 available in a silent auction. The ticket price for the event is $15 per person. Ticket purchasers can make out their check to Kiwanis International Foundation, a 501c3 organization, for tax purposes which are tax deductible as allowed by law. The Kiwanis Club is presently soliciting donations from local businesses and individuals for the silent auction. Last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s auction items ranged from gift baskets, gift cards to local restaurants and stores to high end golf clubs by Odyssey and much more. To purchase tickets for the event or make a donation for the silent auction, contact an officer of the Kiwanis Club â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Allen Albrecht (305) 558-8657 or (786) 208-3177; Thomas Freiwald (305) 582 3280 or Diana Fernandez (305) 5868736.

Summary of October 4 Town Council decisions THE MIAMI LAKER

By David Snelling The Miami Laker staff Barbara Goleman High School is bringing the 22nd and 23rd century to Miami Lakes in 2018-2019, when the school ushers in a new Mega Magnet program, which is aimed at enhancing the quality of education for students in an effort to help them stay consistent with the national standards of learning. Unlike a traditional Magnet program, the Mega Magnet program teaches more than a set of skills, as students have a new way of looking at the work in a creative place where students feel safe and are enthusiastic about learning and participating in school activities. During the October 4 Miami Lakes Town Council meeting, Miami-Dade County Public Schools Board member Perla Tabares-Hantman made the announcement about the program that she has been trying to launch for years. She said a $15 million federal grant over the next five years allows the school district to enhance education opportunities for students at the highest levels of academic achievement with Goleman leading the way with the Mega Magnet program. “I’m very excited about this,” she told council members. “It took a while but we finally got it.” Coral Reef High has been the only school in MiamiDade with a Mega Magnet program, according to Miami-Dade Public Schools. Goleman principal Joaquin Hernandez said the Mega Magnet school offers eight different programs including digital marketing, financial issues, enhancement of AP courses and Cyber Security. “We are bringing the 22nd

and 23rd century to Goleman High School,” Hernandez said. “In my 30 years in education, this program is the biggest thing to happen in my life.” The program is currently in the development and planning stages and will accept students commencing in the 2018-2019 school year. Council members praised the new program, indicating the new Mega Magnet program places the town at the pinnacle of education. Councilmember Marilyn Ruano, a strong advocate for education whose son attends Goleman, said placing the Mega Magnet program at the school was the best choice. “With the number of schools you could’ve chosen, you picked Goleman and I thank you for choosing us,” she said. “I can attest to the hard work they do at the school and we will work even harder to make sure it’s the best Mega Magnet program.” Councilmember Ceasar Mestre said a lot of residents will be excited over the new program. “While campaigning last year, I learned that some residents were moving because they weren’t satisfied with schools,” he said. “The Mega Magnet program is the missing piece of the puzzle to make us a better community.” In other Town Council News: • Council members gave their final approval to mitigate the impact of construction sites to preserve adjacent property values and quality of life by requiring a site management plan, temporary fencing and establishing property standards that should apply to all construction sites. • Council members tabled an ordinance on second

reading that would facilitate the complete buildout of the town’s sidewalk network by requiring certain developments to construct new sidewalks, repair existing sidewalks or pay into a mitigation program to offset Miami Lakes’ cost of performing the work. The work is consistent with the town’s Complete Streets Master Plan and identified in both the Strategic Plan and Comprehensive Development Master Plan for the town’s Mobility Programs. But council members were concerned over some of the language in the ordinance that would hold homeowners and landowners responsible for building or repairing sidewalks when they decide to renovate their buildings and homes. Lawmakers didn’t feel comfortable of a charge of 50 percent of the value of the land to help build and repair sidewalks, and wanted to eliminate placing the responsibilities on landowners if the construction didn’t damage the town’s sidewalks. • Council members gave their initial approval for an ordinance to amend the town’s 2016-2017 budget to create a Disaster Fund for the expenses for Hurricane Irma clean-up and recovery efforts. The ordinance calls for a net of transfers of $1.5 million. FEMA is offering disaster assistance and the town is hoping to be reimbursed about 85 percent of the total costs for clean up and restoration. • At the request of Mayor Manny Cid, Miami-Dade County Commissioner Sally Heyman paid a visit to Town Hall to discuss her countyled legislation for police to issue civil penalties for certain misdemeanors instead of taking people to jail.

Nikki Sheaks named Miss Miami Lakes Nikki Sheaks has been selected to represent Miami Lakes at the nationally televised Miss Florida USA/ Miss Florida Teen USA 2018 pageant. This is the inaugural year for the new state directors, the Chrisley Family, to direct the Sunshine State’s oldest and most celebrated Beauty Competition to qualify two young ladies to advance to either Miss Teen USA or Miss USA and ultimately Miss Universe. The dates of the nationally televised State Competition are December 14-17,

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Heyman said the county’s program allows police officers two choices – arrest someone for committing a crime or issuing civil citations for misdemeanors that include litter, illegal use of dairy cases, trespassing, retail theft by removing a shopping cart, loitering and prowling, possession of marijuana in amount of 20 grams or less, and possession of drug paraphernalia. She said the program reduces crime and saved the county money and police time. “It keeps our officers in place here instead of traveling to the TGK Center to transport someone who committed a crime,” she said. “It’s cost saving and keeping your men and women here.” Cid said the town might want to take a look at a similar program for Miami Lakes in the future. • Lawmakers approved Ruano’s proposal to make

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assessments and recommendations on improving Jerry’s Squad to better assist during natural disasters. Jerry’s Squad, named after the late Jerry Schneider, is a group of volunteers who assist residents, especially senior citizens, with their property’s needs, including helping putting up shutters and have the proper equipment in preparing for a hurricane. • Council members approved Nelson Rodriguez proposal to improve the town’s hurricane preparedness by revisiting several issues including a permanent generator for Town Center, handheld radios (using Hialeah’s or Miami-Dade Country’s infrastructure), and a Code Red citizens notification system. Rodriguez said the new preparedness plan could be costly and is requesting town staff to seek funding for the program.

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38th annual Veterans Day Parade Town Council presents scheduled to step off on Nov. 5 community recognitions

For more than 30 years, the Town of Miami Lakes, and the former Miami Lakes Civic Association, have saluted veterans with the longest running parade in all of Miami-Dade County. This year, the Town and its Veterans Affairs Committee will host the 38th annual Veterans Day Parade on Sunday, November 5. Sponsored in part by The Graham Companies, Miami Lakes AutoMall, the Optimist Club of Miami

Lakes, and Vista Memorial Funeral Home, the patriotic parade features more than 3,000 participants including active-duty and retired military, veterans’ groups, local high school and middle school marching bands, JROTC units, and more. Organizations interested in participating are asked to submit an application by Wednesday, October 25, to www.miamilakes-fl.gov/vc. The parade can be viewed from multiple locations

Town honored again for its Financial Report Excellence Miami Lakes once again has received the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting, awarded by Government Finance Officers Association of the United States, for its comprehensive annual financial report for fiscal year 2016-2017. The award is the highest form of recognition in governmental accounting and financial reporting, and is earned by complying with several factors including, but not limited to, compliance with standard require-

ments, progressive reporting, and outstanding transparency. Miami Lakes has received this award since 2010. The Town’s comprehensive annual financial report has been judged to meet the highest standards of the program including demonstrating a constructive “spirit of full disclosure” to clearly communicate its financial story. The Town Council and staff take pride in their continued efforts to increase transparency.

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Movies in the Park will return Residents asked to chose favorites

MIAMI LAKES RESIDENT Ramiro Inguanzo, (center, joined by his wife, Town Clerk Gina Inguanzo), was recognized by the Town Council for his commitment to engaging the youth of Bob Graham Education Center in the Civic Education Academy program. In August, Inguanzo coordinated a panel discussion with Senator Bob Graham, Mayor Manny Cid and councilmembers to give students an opportunity to learn about local government. Pictured (from left) Councilmember Tim Daubert, Vice Mayor Nelson Rodriguez, Councilmembers Frank Mingo, Ceasar Mestre, Luis Collazo, Marilyn Ruano and Cid.

Miami Lakes Youth Activities Task Force is bringing back the popular Movies in the Park Series this fall. The free event, sponsored again by Bella Mar Real Estate, will be held at Miami Lakes Picnic Park West, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue, on select Friday evenings. Movies will be rated G and PG-perfect for a family night out. The Task Force wants to know what movies residents would like to see. Visit www.miamilakesfl.gov/yatf to complete the online survey. Choose from all-time favorites like “Home Alone” to newlyreleased animated films including “Cars 3,” “Trolls,” and “Boss Baby.” Be sure to complete the survey by Friday, October 20. The seven most selected films will be chosen for this year’s lineup. STU WYLLIE, president and CEO of The Graham Companies (standing right), was commended by the Town Council for helping Miami Lakes elderly residents Eduardo and Maria Caces (seated). The couple were in poor condition due to their home being without power after Hurricane Irma. Wyllie took it upon himself to provide a room for them at Shula’s Hotel on Main Street until they were able to recover. Pictured (from left) Councilmembers Ceasar Mestre and Luis Miami Lakes Economic Collazo, Mayor Manny Cid, Councilmembers Frank Development Committee’s Mingo, Marilyn Ruano and Tim Daubert, and Vice next Business Networking Mayor Nelson Rodriguez. Mixer is set from 5:30 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, October 26, at Italy Today, 6743 Main Street. Local business people will Miami Lakes Elderly a.m. to 2 p. m. on Saturday, have an opportunity to meet Affairs Committee is invit- October 21, at Roberto 30 to 60 other professionals ing residents, 55 years and Alonso Community Center, during the mixer including older, to gather up their 16500 N.W. 87 Avenue. business owners, executives, lederhosen and practice Seating is limited and proinvestors, entrepreneurs and their yodeling and attend the vided on a first come, first startups from a diverse range annual Octoberfest Social served basis. of industries. luncheon scheduled from 11

Network mixer series continues on October 26 at Italy Today

Senior’s Octoberfest social Oct. 21

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‘The Spot’ has several more Complete Streets workshop Oct. 23 events for teens in October Miami Lakes residents are from pavement markings to gy and are focused on pro-

Miami Lakes Youth Center, “The Spot,” will host several fun and exciting programs for middle and high school teenagers during October at 6075 Miami Lakes Drive East. Friday, October 20 – Open Hang Night from 6 to 8 p.m. The Youth Center is equipped with a billiard table, table tennis, indoor basketball shootout game, Xbox, One and more. Saturday, October 21 – “The Great Escape Room” at 10 a.m. Teens are invited to try to escape the room in 60 minutes with their team of up to 12 people. Team mem-

bers just work together to find clues and solve puzzles that will lead to an escape. Food and transportation will be provided to and from the Youth Center. Registration is required with a fee of $15. To register, contact Chris Hovde at thespot@ miamilakes-fl.gov, or call 305-819-7768. Wednesday, October 25 – Halloween Party from 6 to 8 p.m. Trick or Treat to a spooktacular night at The Spot. Come dressed in a great Halloween Costume. For all event details, visit www.miamilak esfl.gov/thespot.

The grand opening of Miami Lakes’ K-9 Cove has been scheduled from 10 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, October 21. K-9 Cove is located at 14048 Palmetto Frontage Road (N.W. 77 Court) and features both a passive recreational area and two separate fenced areas for smaller and larger dogs. The area will include benches, drinking fountains for dogs, and a joint open-air shelter for pet owners. In addition, the site incorporates a portion of the pro-

posed 10-foot wide bike trail along the south side of Palmetto Frontage Road. The K-9 Cove name for the new recreational area was submitted by Miami Lakes resident Damian Hernandez, the winner of a naming contest coordinated by the Friends of the Dog Recreation Area Group. Several of the Town’s animal care professionals will be in attendance to distribute materials and free giveaways including Dog House Miami and Miami Lakes Veterinary Clinic.

Town of Miami Lakes, in partnership with the Northern Miami-Dade Solar Coop and FL SUN, will host a solar information session beginning at 7 p.m. on Thursday, November 9, in Town Hall Council Chambers, 6601 Main Street. Neighbors in communities including Country Club of Miami, Miami Gardens, Opa-Locka, West Little River, Brownsville, El Portal, Miami Shores and North Miami, have formed the Northern Miami-Dade

Solar Co-op to make it easier to save money on the purchase of solar panels while building a community of local solar supporters. Attendees are invited to learn about solar energy, as well has how the Solar Coop simplifies the process of going solar while providing a discount through its bulk purchasing power. Registration for the information session is available at www.solarunitedneighb o r s . o rg / n o r t h e r n - m i a m i dade.

Town of Miami Lakes, in partnership with local business 305 Yoga Miami Lakes, hosts free Yoga in the Park beginning with the Super Saturday at the Park event on November 4 from 9 to 10

a.m. at Picnic Park West, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue. The class is open to all ages and levels, and will take place every Saturday morning. Bring friends, family and a mat.

Grand opening of K-9 Cove scheduled for October 21

Solar information forum set for Thursday, November 9

Yoga in the Park returns November 4

invited to join the town’s Transportation Department for a Complete Streets Design Workshop which has been scheduled to Monday, October 23, from 6 to 8 p.m., at Town Hall, 6601 Main Street. Complete Streets Initiatives include infrastructure enhancements that implement additional pedestrian and bike improvements to give all users a greater share of the right-of-way. Specific improvements can vary

new physical barriers built between travel lanes and bike pedestrian pathways. Ultimately, the improvements are done to increase safety while not compromising traffic flow. The recommendations were developed in coordination with the Miami-Dade County Complete Streets Design Guidelines Program. The proposed design guidelines are customized to fit the context of the identified Miami Lakes street typolo-

viding multimodal roadway improvements that take into consideration all users. During the workshop, Town staff will provide an overview of Complete Streets components, present existing conditions of the roadway characteristics within the Town, and present examples of concepts for select corridors. For more on the Town’s planned transportation improvements, visit www.miamilakes-fl.gov/mobility.

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:

Council Workshop on Town Manager Selection Thursday, October 19, 6:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Veterans Committee Meeting Thursday, October 19, 6:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Neighborhood Improvement Committee Meeting Thursday, October 19, 7:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Complete Streets Public Involvement Workshop Monday, October 23, 6:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla.

Planning & Zoning Board Meeting Tuesday, October 24, 6:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Public Safety Committee Meeting Tuesday, October 24, 6:30 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla.

Youth Activities Task Force Meeting Wednesday, November 1, 7:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Cultural Affairs Committee Meeting Thursday, November 2, 7:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. In accordance with the provisions of F. S. Section 286.0105, should any person seek to appeal any decision made by the Council with respect to any matter considered at these meetings, such person will need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made; which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, persons needing special accommodation to participate in the proceedings should call Town Hall at (305) 364-6100, no later than (2) days prior to the proceeding for assistance. Please be advised that two or more Councilmembers may be in attendance at the above events/meetings. This Notice dated October 13, 2017 at Miami Lakes, Fl. Gina Inguanzo, Town Clerk

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HURRICANE IRMA debris cleanup in Miami Lakes Town Center and Business Park West was undertaken by officers and staff of The Graham Companies. Pictured (above right) is Shula Golf Course superintendent Tim Sticco and crew clearing downed trees on Bull Run Road, and (above left) Graham Commercial employees, including senior executives Stu and Carol Wyllie, made sure businesses could reopen in the Business Park. Shula’s Golf Course was closed for two weeks with the Senator Course and Driving Range reopening on September 29.

Youth Center bowling field trip scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 4

Miami Lakes middle and high school students are invited to join “The Spot” for a field trip to Bowlero Miami in Dolphin Mall, 11501 N.W. 12 Street, at 10 a.m. on Saturday, November 4. Teens can experience Miami’s hottest new place to chill and have a ball as they “let it roll” on 32 lanes, or challenge their friends to

a round of laser tag. Food and transportation will be provided to and from the Youth Center, 6075 Miami Lakes Drive East. Registration is required by Friday, October 30, with a registration fee of $10. To register, contact Chris Hovde via email at thespot@miamilakes-fl.gov, or call 305-819-7768.

Giving Gators, local businesses team up for hurricane relief work

During the past several weeks, community members, local school clubs and organizations banded together to collect truckloads of hurricane supplies for all of those in need of assistance caused by Hurricanes Irma and Maria. The Disaster Relief Drive was hosted by Nu World

Title, LLC, in partnership with Giving Gators, a nonprofit organization. The team has already sent donations to Puerto Rico and recently, drive to Immokalee with a truck load of donations for the locals that are in need of assistance. On October 1, many of the

BOB GRAHAM EDUCATION CENTERʼS Bobcat Law Society and CEA program students join with Rey Garcia of Giving Gators (standing in the truck) and Ramiro Inguanzo, president of the Bobcat Law Society Booster Club, as they prepare to deliver relief donations to residents affected by Hurricane Irma.

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same community members and organizations joined forces with a volunteer crew from Miami Lakes United Methodist Church (MLUMC) to travel to Marathon and Big Pine Key with a truckload of supplies for those affected in the Keys. The group witnessed complete devastation, many desperate faces, but also many thankful ones. The effort was led by MLUMC pastor Stuart Bodin. The entire team of volunteers included employees of Nu World Title, parents and students from Giving Gators and Barbara Goleman’s Education Center ’s CEA program and National Junior Honor Society Club, students from M.A. Milam K8, employees from Xtreme Realty and Specialized Protection and Security, Amando Sotero Jr., and Miami Lakes resident volunteer Tony Fernandez.

Play reading of ‘Boeing Boeing’ set for Nov. 3

Main Street Players will present a free staged reading of the play “Boeing Boeing” by Marc Camelotti, translated by Beverly Cross and Francine Evans, directed by Richard Cifuentes, on November 3 and 4 at 8 p.m., 6766 Main Street, Miami Lakes. For more information visit www.mainstreetplayers.com.

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The U.S. Department of Education’s Magnet Schools Assistance Program announced that Miami-Dade County Public Schools (MDCPS) was among the 32 grant award national winners for 2017. M-DCPS was one of only four districts in Florida to win the award and one of only three districts nationally to receive the full award amount of $15 million over five years. “This grant will provide $15 million over the next five years to greatly en-

hance programming and educational opportunities at three schools in our district, with Barbara Goleman Senior High School becoming a Mega Magnet,” said School Board member for District 4, Perla Tabares Hantman, while revealing the new program during the October 4 Miami Lakes Town Council meeting. The current 2017-18 school year will be utilized as a planning year in which personnel, equipment, and curriculum will be galva-

nized into action. Goleman will begin accepting students into its new, districtwide, STEM magnet programs for the 2018-2019 school year. The new magnets, which will have multiple strands designed to increase rigor and promote higher academic achievement include: Information Systems Technology; Digital Marketing; Financial Technologies (FinTech); Cybersecurity; and AP Capstone.

Keyes Realty announces formation of Rebull Group

The Keyes Company Real Estate Company announced that Realtor / Associate Mandy Rebull will be joined by his wife, Marie Rebull, and son, Nick Rebull, to form The Rebull Group. at the Miami Lakes Welcome Center office on Main Street. Mandy Rebull is a veteran Realtor, a family man and enjoys helping others. A licensed Realtor since

1989, Marie Rebull brings years of servicing clients in Miami Lakes. Nick Rebull earned his Bachelor ’s degree in Legal Studies from the University of Central Florida and brings technology and a hardworking attitude to the new group. For more information, contact District sales manager Alex Ruiz at AlexRuiz@Keyes.com.

NICK, MARIE and MANDY REBULL

PICTURED (from left) Miami Lakes Vice Mayor Nelson Rodriguez, Councilmembers Frank Mingo, Tim Daubert, and Marilyn Ruano, School Board member Perla Tabares Hantman, North Region superintendent Jose Bueno, Goleman principal Joaquin Hernandez, assistant principal Robert Inza, Mayor Manny Cid, and Councilmembers Ceasar Mestre and Luis Collazo, were present at the announcement of Goleman’s new mega magnet program.

M.L.Chamber joins Town in hosting Business Expo Miami Lakes Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Town of Miami Lakes, will present the annual Networking Business Expo, which is scheduled

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for Thursday, November 16, at Shula’s Hotel Grand Ballroom, 6842 Main Street. A ribbon cutting ceremony kicks off the event at 4:45 p.m., followed by the networking from 5 to 8 p.m. The free event allows participants to connect to local businesses and community leaders to help grow their enterprises; participate in giveaways in abundance, courtesy of exhibitors, and participants can enter for a chance to win great prizes in several drawings. In addition, participants can enjoy complimentary food from local restaurants, and enter their names for $1,000 worth of prizes. For more information, call 305-556-2212 or email manager@miamilakeschamber. com.

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Miami Lakes Branch Library announced the following programs that are available for the public during October: For Children and Families: Talking is Teaching. Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers en dos idiomas – Join the branch for bilingual stories, songs and activities for toddlers. Best for ages 18 months to 3 years old. Space is limited. Scheduled for 11 a.m. on Thursday, October 26. Interactive Music for Babies – A music therapy program exposes tiny ears to a world of sounds. A certified music therapist will guide parents on how to use music at home with their children. Space is limited so contact branch to register. Meets at 11 a.m. on Thursday, October 19. Teal Pumpkin Party – The Teal Pumpkin Project is an organization that raises awareness about food allergies and promotes a safe trick-or-treating environment for children. Displaying a teal pumpkin in front of a home lets others know that allergy-free, safe treats are available on Halloween. Paint a teal pumpkin alongside book-loving princesses at 11 a.m. on Saturday, October 21 in this event presented by the Town of Miami Lakes Education Advisory Board.

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Science in the City – Enjoy hands-on lessons infused with experiments to spark interest in STEM. Each new lesson builds upon the previous lesson. For ages 8-18 years old. Space is limited so contact branch to register. Meets at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, October 28. For Teens: Dungeons and Dragons Club - Play this fantasy role playing game and create your own adventure. For ages 13 and up at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, October 30. Teen Club – Play video games, watch anime, draw, play Dungeons & Dragons, or discuss books at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, October 24. Teen Club Presents: Horror Films – World War Z or Insidious? The Ring or Beetlejuice? Choose from a selection of horror films to see which is scarier at 5 p.m.

on Tuesday, October 31. For Adults: Citizenship Conversation Circle – Join in practicing English for the citizenship questions. This is an informal group to help participants feel comfortable in speaking for their naturalization interview at 3 p.m. on Fridays, October 20 and 27. Meditation Classes – Join in for meditation derived from Raja Yoga, a discipline that helps develop inner calm, clear thinking and personal well being. Scheduled for 11 a.m. on Fridays, October 20 and 27. Miami Lakes Branch Library, 6699 Windmill Gate Road, 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 305822-6520.

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Meetings Calendar

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

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Council Workshop on Town Manager Selection Oct. 19 6:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center Veterans Committee Oct. 19 6:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center Neigh. Improv. Com. Oct. 19 7:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center Complete Streets Public Involvement Workshop Oct. 23 6:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center Planning & Zoning Board Oct. 24 6:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center Public Safety Committee Oct. 24 6:30 pm M.L. Govt. Center Youth Activities Task Force Nov. 1 7:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center Cultural Affairs Com. Nov. 2 7:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center

Homeowners Organizations Serenity Point October 18 7:00 pm MCCC Royal Oaks October 18 7:30 pm MCCC Regatta Pointe October 19 7:00 pm MCCC Gramercy Park October 19 7:30 pm MCCC Lake Elizabeth October 23 7:00 pm MCCC Lake Martha October 24 6:30 pm MCCC Loch Lomond West October 24 7:30 pm MCCC Villa Vizcaya October 25 7:30 pm MCCC Anchorage October 26 7:00 pm MCCC Lake Sandra October 26 7:30 pm MCCC Fountain Park October 30 7:30 pm MCCC Miami Lakes Clubs, Professional & Volunteer Groups M.L. Garden Club Mon. Oct. 23 7:00 pm MCCC M.L. Bridge Club Mondays 11:30 am MCCC MLCA Bridge Club Thursdays 11:00 am MCCC M.L. Quilting Club Tuesdays 11:15 am MCCC M.L. Kiwanis 2nd/4th Thurs 6:30 pm Pamper.Chef M.L. Toastmasters 1st/3rd Tues. ML Educ. Center M.L. Lions Club 1st/3rd Tues, 7:00 pm Bev. Hills.

MCCC: Mary Collins Community Center, 15151 N.W. 82 Ave. RACC: Robert Alonso Community Center, 16500 N.W. 87 Ave. MLOP is Miami Lakes Optimist Park, 6411 N.W. 162 Street MLYC is Miami Lakes Youth Center, 6075 Miami Lakes Drive E. MLPW is Miami Lakes Picnic Park West, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue

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Vets collect for holiday care boxes Miami Lakes Veterans Committee urges residents to help give back to the men and women who serve overseas. Operation: Care and Comfort will provide care packages for holiday delivery to troops. The Veterans Committee

will be collecting donated items and hand written cards and letters of encouragement until Thursday, November 30 at the firstfloor reception desk at Town Hall, 6601 Main Street. For a list of items, visit www.miamilakes-fl.gov/vc.

Classes and Recreation Calendar

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

(Youth Programs)

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

Archery Youth [$] Ages 7-10 Mondays 4:00 pm MLOP Archery Juniors [$] Ages 11-17 Fridays 4:30 pm MLOP Ballet 1 Ages 5-7 Mondays 4:30 pm MCCC Ballet 2 Ages 7-9 Mondays 5:30 pm MCCC Ballet 3 Ages 9-11 Wednesdays 4:30 pm MCCC Ballet 4 Ages 11-16 Wednesdays 5:30 pm MCCC Bricks4Kidz [$] Ages 5-12 Mondays 6:15 pm MYLC Code Explorers [$] Ages 4-10 Tues/Thurs. 2:30 pm MLOP Guitar & Violin [$] Ages 7-12 Wednesdays 4:30 & 5:30 pm MLOP

Hook a Kid on Golf [$] Ages 7-12 Wednesdays 4:00 pm Shula’s GC Jazz 1 Ages 5-7 Tuesdays 4:30 pm MCCC Jazz 2 Ages 7-9 Tuesdays 5:30 pm MCCC Jazz 3 Ages 9-11 Thursdays 4:30 pm MCCC Jazz 4 Ages 11-16 Thursdays 5:30 pm MCCC Just Run Ages 5-14 Tues.Thurs. 4:30 pm MLPW Keyboard Class Ages 8-17 Thursdays 6:00 pm MLYC Martial Arts Tots Ages 6-8 Mon./Wed. 4:30 pm MCCC Martial Arts Beginners Ages 7-9 Mon.Wed. 5:30 pm MCCC Martial Arts Intermediate Ages 8-10 Tues./Thurs. 4:30 pm MCCC Martial Arts Advanced Ages 11-16 Tues./Thurs. 5:30 pm MCCC Open Hang Nights (Themed Nights) Ages 11-17 Select Wed./Fri. 6:00 pm MLYC Preteen Fitness [$] Ages 10-14 Mondays 4:30 pm MLPW Start Smart Basketball [$] Ages 3-5 Wednesdays 3:30 pm MLOP YMCA After School Care [$] Ages K-8th Grade 2:00 to 6:00 pm RACC

(Adult Programs) Adult Archery [$] 18+ Mondays Boot Camp by Fit Like Me Miami [$] T/Th 18+ Boot Camp by Fit Like Me Miami [$] S 18+ Open Play Dominoes Mon. to Fri. 18+ Line Dancing 18+ Tues./Thurs. Painting 1 18+ Fridays Painting 2 18+ Fridays Painting 3 18+ Wednesdays Spanish Advanced Conversational 18+ Mon./Wed. Spanish Intermediate 18+ Tues./Thurs. Yoga 1 18+ Mon./Wed. Yoga 2 [$] 18+ Tues./Thurs. Yoga in the Park 18+ Saturdays

5:00 pm MLOP 6:30 pm MLPW 10:00 am MLPW 6:30 pm RACC 11:00 am MCCC 9:00 am MCCC 12:30 pm MCCC 10:00 am RACC 6:00 pm MCCC 6:00 pm MCCC 7:45 am MCCC 7:45 am MCCC 9:00 am MLPW

(55+ Senior Programs) Arts & Crafts Mon. (Ages 55+) 12 noon MCCC Computers (English) T/Th (Ages 55+) 9 & 11:15 am MCCC Computers (Spanish) M/W (Ages 55+) 9 & 11:00 am MCCC Knitting/Crocheting T/Th (Ages 55+) 1:00 pm MCCC Sewing T/Th (Ages 55+) 1:30 pm MCCC Tai Chi Mon.-Th. (Ages 55+) 9:00 am MCCC MCCC: Mary Collins Community Center, 15151 N.W. 82 Ave. RACC: Robert Alonso Community Center, 16500 N.W. 87 Ave. MLOP is Miami Lakes Optimist Park, 6411 N.W. 162 Street MLYC is Miami Lakes Youth Center, 6075 Miami Lakes Drive E. MLPW is Miami Lakes Picnic Park West, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue Shula’s GC is Shula’s Golf Club, 7601 Miami Lakes Drive

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Last weekend to catch The Underpants presented by The Main Street Players

The final weekend to enjoy the Main Street Players’ presentation of The Underpants at the Main Street Playhouse is Friday, October 20, to Sunday, October 22. Louise Maske’s underpants fall to her ankles in the middle of the king’s parade and as quickly as they fell, there are suitors at her door ready to treat Louise as a muse or as property, but somehow never as a woman to love, which is a problem for her and lucky for her clueless husband, Theo. The cast is full of great performances but one stand out is the nosy neighbor, Lucy Nunez as Gertrude,

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It’s time for “Fall for Spa” pumpkin cream latte facial, This promotion is valid all at the Spa at Shula’s in a yam and pumpkin pro through October and with her perfect blend of Shula’s Athletic Club locat- peel, and a warm apple cider November. To inquire or rapid-fire speech and wide- ed at 15150 Bull Run Road body scrub for $119, a dis- book an appointment, call eye glances. in Miami Lakes. count from the $169 retail 305-820-8146. The Underpants runs on The promotion offers a value. Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m., and Sunday at 2 p.m. The cast features Sheri Wieseman as Louise, Michael Fernandez as Theo, Steven Chambers as Versati, Anthony Wolff as Cohen, Lucy Nunez as Gertrude, Murphy Hayes as Klinglehoff, and Michael Cabal as 1BSUOFST 1 BSUOFST t " "DBEFNJDT D BEF NJD T t $ $BUIPMJD BU I P M J D t & &NQPXFSNFOU NQPXFSNFOU The King. Tickets are $30 for adults, and $25 for students, seniors, and military personnel, and may be purchased in advance at www.mainstreetplayers.com or at the door thirty minutes prior to showtime.

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Zonta’s annual Fall Flea Market scheduled October 28 There is still time for prospective vendors to sign up for the Miami Lakes Zonta Club’s annual Fall Flea Market scheduled for Saturday, October 28. Vendors, large and small, are invited to participate the event which offers an opportunity for residents to clean out their garage and closets, and turn their treasures, hobbies, and home business items into cash. The Flea Market will be held from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., rain or shine, in the parking lots on the southwest corner of Main Street and Ludlam Road, bordering New Barn Road. Vendors can reserve two parking spaces for only

$36.50. Proceeds from the Flea Market will assist the Zonta Club in supporting the advancement of women and girls locally and globally. Vendors must bring their own tables, chairs, and any other needed supplies. To reserve a space, visit www.zontamiamilakes.org/f lea- mark et -p u lg u ero . h tml. Payments may be made via PayPal on the website and completing the “Flea Market Contact Form.” The Zonta 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. For more information, call 305-898-6462.

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MATER LAKES ACADEMYʼS girl’s volleyball team is undefeated in district play with an 8-0 record and 10-1 overall. The Lady Bears are the No. 1 seed in the district tournament, which starts this week, and are favored to win it. During the regular season, the Lady Bears defeated district foes Edison twice and iMater Charter on two occasions as well. They were very impressive against Hialeah and defeated Monsignor Pace twice in back-to-back games. The Lady Bears’ lone loss came at the hands of LaSalle.

Mater Lady Lions compete in two tourneys Mater Academy girl’s volleyball team competed in two consecutive prestigious tournaments this month, winning first place at the Big House Varsity Volleyball tournament last week, and the girls finished third at the Edgewater/Dr. Philips

High School volleyball tournament in Orlando. The Lady Lions were among the 40 teams that competed in the Orlando event, which attracted teams from Florida, Georgia and New Jersey. North Jersey’s Immaculate

Heat, ranked No. 1 in the state, captured the Gold Division title, winning three-set matches against Florida teams in each round of elimination play. Mater Academy players

senior Bersil Iglesias, junior Kylee Taylor and sophomore Genesis Aramburu helped the Lady Lions claim the No. 3 spot in the Silver Bracket.

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Pace High Homecoming Game and Alumni Bash set for Friday, Oct. 20 Pace High School invites all fans to come out to the annual Homecoming Football game on Friday, October 20 at 7 p.m. as the school faces Treasure Coast High School. Pace Alumni are invited to come out to the Alumni Bash beginning at 6 p.m. in the tent near the football field. The inductees of this year’s Spartan Hall of Fame will

be: Adrián Cárdenas ‘03, former MLB player and author; Lana Libertore Swartzwelder ’67, CEO of The Libertore Fund for Children and president of LJS Learning Solutions; Nakia Reddick ’92, Former NFL player and executive director of BAGS Scholarship Foundation; and Jorge Sedano ‘95, ESPN TV Host.

M.L. Chevrolet teams up with M.L. United Soccer Club

Miami Lakes Chevrolet at Miami Lakes Automall is partnering with the Miami Lakes United Soccer Club. Chevrolet has joined forces with the national Chevrolet Youth Soccer program to provide new equipment, invitations to free instructional clinics, and an opportunity for community members to earn donations for their league via a Test Drive fundraiser. “Playing the game of soccer helps kids develop skills like leadership, cooperation and sportsmanship while bringing families and communities together to show their support. Miami Lakes Chevrolet and Chevrolet Youth Soccer are proud to participate in a sport that brings so many smiles to kids and families in Hialeah,” said Alex Oharriz, general manager for Miami Lakes Chevrolet. “Chevrolet believes that in play, there are possibilities and supports the spirit of teamwork that soccer instills in its players.” This year marks Chevrolet’s Youth Soccer program’s eighth year, and since its induction has helped aid local teams, benefiting young people in communities where Chevrolet’s customers live, work and play. In 2016, more than 600 Chevrolet dealers participated across the country. Miami Lakes Chevrolet will present the teams with kits that include useful items such as equipment bags, pop-up goals, soccer balls, and Chevrolet Youth Soccer t-shirts. The sponsorship also includes youth clinics featuring instructors from UK Elite. In addition, Miami Lakes Chevrolet will present a check representing a onetime monetary contribution to Miami Lakes United Soccer Club. Sponsored leagues across the country will have the chance to earn additional funds as community members take test drives at their partnering dealership to help support the league. For more information about Chevrolet Youth Soccer visit www.chevrolet. com/youthsports. Miami Lakes Automall is located at 16600 N.W. 57 Avenue.

FIU tennis star Andrea Lazaro wins first round in Rivera match

Florida International University senior tennis player Andrea Lazaro recently defeated Auburn's Alizee Michaud, 6-3, 6-0 in the first round of the main draw of the 2017 Riviera/ITA AllAmerican Championship, last week at the Riviera Tennis Club in Pacific Palisades, California. The upset victory over Michaud, the No. 9-ranked player in the country and No. 8 seed in the event's main draw, marked the biggest win in Lazaro's singles career and in FIU tennis history. A native of Barcelona, Spain, Lazaro also defeated other two nationally ranked players during the tournament; No. 61 Stefana Andrei of Louisiana-Monroe and No. 52 Ayan Broomfield of UCLA in the qualifying draw.

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Pace prepares to welcome families to annual Open House on Oct. 28

As the fall season is underway, Pace High School is preparing to welcome hundreds of prospective families to its annual Open House on Saturday, October 28. There will be two sessions and families can choose to attend at either 8:30 a.m. or 10:30 a.m. The Open House offers families with the opportunity to meet the administration, tour the 44-acre campus, and receive more information on the schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s academic and extracurricular offerings. Interested families of incoming freshmen will also be able to register their child for the High School Placement Test (HSPT) scheduled to take place on December 2. For more information contact the Admissions Office at 305-624-PACE or email admissions@pacehs.com.

Pace High graduate Jerry Downs part of Greenville, S.C. championship team Former St. Thomas University and Pace High infielder Jerry Downs and his team, the Greenville (South Carolina) Drive, clinched their first South Atlantic League Championship after defeating the Annapolis Intimidators, 8-3, at Fluor Field. Brett Netzer's three-run double highlighted a five-

run sixth that gave the Drive the win. The Drive are a minor league team of the Boston Red Sox and a member of the South Atlantic League. Jerry Downs, 23, is the brother of Pace recent graduate shortstop Jeter Downs, who was drafted in the first round by the Cincinnati Reds in June.

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Barbara Goleman graduate Chris Valdes helps Bobcats soccer team be undefeated

St. Thomas University soccer player Chris Valdes, a Barbara Goleman High graduate, helped the Bobcats remain undefeated in conference play, as his team defeated rival Florida Memorial University, 7-1, last week at home. Bobcats starters Santeri Bergman, Harry Molyneux, and Chris Giraldo were also stout throughout the match, holding the Fighting Lions to just two shots in the first half and none on goal. The defense continued to hold the Lions scoreless for the first 63 minutes of the match before allowing a goal in the 64th minute. In total, the Bobcats out-

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Spanish Lakes’ Lesley Caraballo prepares engaging student studies

What do Spanish Lake Elementary School teachers do during the summer? Rest? Travel? Plan? Maybe a little of all three. As for planning, teachers have been creating enriching school curriculum for student interest and success. Three funded grants of interest were submitted by fifth grade teacher Lesley Caraballo for stability balls, brag tags, and a science lab based on a winter break holiday party. Stability balls, an alternative seating option, give students movement to “get wiggles out” that a chair does not allow. They improve concentration by students having the freedom to move without distracting others. The stability balls aid students focusing as they are able to expend SPANISH LAKES ELEMENTARYʼS Lesley Caraballo excess energy that builds up is pictured with some of her fifth grade students. throughout the day. This Tags are given out as earned based lab centers. The rotaflexible seating option and children may wear their tions include: How to improves students' behavior tags for the day before silence a bell, dissolving and class engagement. returning to the bulletin candy canes, exploratory Brag Tags have proven to board prior to dismissal. attributes of a pinecone, and be an effective and efficient The individual tags are coding a sleigh game. This classroom incentive pro- printed on card stock, lami- will incorporate the love of gram to celebrate positive nated, and put on a 24 inch science with the holidays. behavior from improvement chain. She has found Brag Other teachers have been in academics to behavior to Tags replace the expensive busily planning for new curcharacter to any type of treasure box and children riculum based on gardening class responsibility. A more readily are challenged endeavors, linking special teacher sets her own ground to perform and to earn as days to interactive and currules. many Brag Tags as possible. riculum-based events, and Caraballo's Brag Tags hang Caraballo, however, is ways to further engage the on a bulletin board. Brag most excited to turn a class community into becoming a party into a true learning more vital part of the experience with science school.

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Mixed results for local high school football teams Monsignor Edward Pace (4-2, 1-1) defeated Edison (0-7), 42-6. The Spartans had momentum entering the game after upsetting Palm Glades Prep Academy, 39-0, last week. Next week, Pace looks to extend its winning streak against Treasure Coast (3-2) on Friday, October 20 and keep alive their hopes for winning another district championship. Mourning (2-4) defeated Mater Academy (2-4, 2-3). The Lions will battle their district foe, Goleman (2-4, 2-4), on Saturday, October 21.

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Goleman lost to Doral Academy (6-1, 5-0), 62-30, last week in a wild shootout. Doral Academy scored 28 points in the third quarter, the most points in school history. American (2-4-1, 1-2)) defeated Hialeah Gardens (2-4), 36-14. Next up for American is a district showdown against North Miami Beach (4-2, 2-1) on Friday October 20. The Chargers defeated Hialeah, 33-0, on October 12. Hialeah Miami Lakes, seeking its first win of the season, allowed former state champion Central (8-1) to put up 59 points, while the Rockets shut out the Trojans. The Trojans (0-6) face Norland (3-3) on Thursday, October 19.

Mater Lakes scores top in state, national certification THE MIAMI LAKER

OCTOBER 20, 2017

The results are in for the industry certification exams taken by the students in the Academy of Education at Mater Lakes Academy. Students had to take seven subject area exams for the state certification from the Department of Children and Families and then the Child Development Associate exam for the national certification. For the state exam over 90 percent of the students passed their exams and were able to get certified. The subject areas and respective passing rate were Behavioral Observation and Screening, 91 percent; Child Abuse and Neglect, 96 percent; Child Growth and Development, 94 percent; Facility Rules and Regulations, 92 percent; Health, Safety, and Nutrition, 100 percent; Preschool Appropriate Practices, 95 percent; and Understanding Development Appropriate Practices, 98 percent. For the national certification, Child Development Associate, 98 percent of the students passed the exam. The Early Childhood MATER LAKES ACADEMYʼS Early Childhood Education students celebrate their Education program in the top scores in both state and national certification exams.

Goleman Police Explorers honored for hurricane relief

MIAMI-DADE SCHOOLS Police Department Police Explorers from Barbara Goleman High School were recognized for volunteering to help people following Hurricane Irma, which destroyed some areas in Miami-Dade County. The Explorers helped pass out water and food to people affected by damages the storm caused, and removed downed trees and debris from business and residential properties in Miami Lakes and the surrounding areas.

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Academy of Education is in its fifth year. The program prepares high school students to not only graduate with their high school diploma but with an industry certification. Students also earn college credits from MiamiDade College. To prepare for the exams, the Early Childhood Education students had intensive training, which consisted of four levels of Early Childhood, creating a teaching portfolio, and they were also observed by National representatives of the CDA. “I am so proud of their hard work and dedication. Not only did they complete everything needed to become state and nationally certified but they did that all while teaching and caring for the children of the Cub Academy preschool,” said Joanna Mansfield, director of Early Childhood Education. A total of thirty one students passed both the state and national exam. For more information visit the school’s website at www.materlakes.org.

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Bob Graham Education Center salutes students with perfect exam scores

M-Dade Schools increase AP exam passing rates and enrollment

Results are in and for the seventh year in a row, Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS) has continued to increase Advanced Placement (AP) exam passing rates, while also increasing AP enrollment. More than 30,000 M-DCPS students participated in 2017 AP exams, showing an overall passing rate of 53 percent, a 2 percent increase over the previous year. “Miami-Dade County Public Schools continues to lift the bar on student academic achievement,” said Superintendent of Schools Alberto M. Carvalho. “Our BOB GRAHAM EDUCATION CENTER celebrated stu- 2017 AP results show a dents for receiving a perfect score on the ELA FSA, FCAT Science, Math FSA or the Algebra I EOC during the Spring 2017 administration. A total of 24 students received this honorable mention, however eight have moved on to high school. These scholars are to be commended on their extraordinary efforts in performing so well. In addition, their teachers are to also be Miami Dade College’s commended for their dedication and hard work in (MDC) School of Justice pushing them to the level of perfection. Students pic- and the Florida Public tured (top, from left) Sofia Gervan, Mariam Prieto- Service Association (FPSA) Rodriguez, Nathanael Garcia, Kaitlyn Landrove, will host the South Regional Flavia Nunez, Isabella Revuelta, and Xinyue Xie; (bot- Leadership Conference from tom, from left) assistant principal James Jackimczuk, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Giancarlo Sanchez, Angel Alvarez, Yoel Caballero, October 28, at MDC’s North David Coira, Monica Coira, Giovanni Sanchez, Campus, 11380 N.W. 27 Alexander Trujillo, and principal Yecenia Martinez. Avenue. Students in criminal justice programs across South Florida will compete in simMiami Lakes Barbers ulated traffic stops, felony Men's Hairstyling traffic stops, obstacle course Celebrating our 50th Anniversary!!! driving, CPR, forensic investigations, defensive Five Professional Barbers To Serve You tactics, and various other We Specialize In The Latest Hairstyles criminal justice activities. For Men & Children “This event offers students an opportunity to learn from Open Haircuts We Also law enforcement personnel Mon.-Sat. $12.00 and up and hone their skills in time 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Do Beard 305-821-3005 13917 NW 67 Ave. Trimming Call or Come By! Lake Patricia Shopping Center

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tuition fees. M-DCPS offers 37 AP courses including art, government, history, languages, literature, math, music, and science. Scores on the AP examinations range from 5 to 1 with scores of 3 and above considered qualified and passing. Since the 2010-2011 school year, M-DCPS has continuously demonstrated increases in both enrollment and percentage of students scoring a 3 or higher on the exams, with a 40 percent passing rate for 17,049 students in 2017-2018 and a 53 percent passing rate for 30,162 students.

Miami-Dade Public Schools’ open enrollment period for magnet programs accepts applications until Monday, Jan. 15

Miami-Dade County Public Schools opened its enrollment period for magnet programs across the school district on October 1. Applications will be accepted through Monday, January 15. In addition to the many exciting programs that were offered last year, parents and students will be able to choose from new and innovative magnet programs that were created for the 20172018 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, Digital Marketing, Mobile Application Development, Coding, Cybersecurity, Zoology, Botany, as well as Design, Animation & Gaming. The magnet application system can be accessed at http://yourchoicemiami.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 including how-to video guides. For additional information call 305-995-1922.

Four Our Lady of the Lakes students qualify for DUKE Talent ID Program (TIP)

Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic School students Andrea Luna, Mario Quiros, Gabriel Velez and Mia Wolff were honored for qualifying for the DUKE Talent Identification Program (TIP). The students scored at the 95th National Percentile on one or more of the Iowa Assessments subtests to make them eligible for the

program. The DUKE Talent Identification Program is a gifted education program based at Duke University. Its stated purpose is to identify gifted children and provide them and their parents the resources for them to reach their full educational potential. The first talent search took place in 1980.

OUR LADY OF THE LAKES principal Ricardo Briz honored students Andrea Luna, Mario Quiros, Mia Wolff and Gabriel Velez for qualifying in the DUKE TIP program.

School Board approves Hantman’s ‘National Parent Involvement Day’

Miami-Dade County Publilc School Board unanimously approved an agenda item proposed by Board member Perla Tabares Hantman to endorse November 16 as “National Parental Involvement Day.” This initiative provides an annual opportunity for schools and families to honor and highlight the

powerful contributions parents and caregivers provide at school and home to support student success. “I am proud to have been able to bring forth this initiative that celebrates the powerful contributions that parents and caregivers provide to support student success,” said Hantman.

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By Raquel Edmundson Special to The Miami Laker Twenty-one Pace High School juniors and seniors traveled to six Florida state universities for the annual Pace College Campus Tours. This unique experience, currently in its fourth year, offered current Pace students the chance to preview potential college options within the state. The group toured the University of South Florida, Florida Gulf Coast University, University of Florida, Florida State University, University of North Florida and University of Central Florida. A highlight of the trip was when Pace students were able to reunite with several Pace High School alumni who are now current students at UF, UCF and FSU. This allowed them to speak candidly with their former peers about their university experience thus far, and

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PACE HIGH SCHOOL students at University of Florida’s Ben Hill Griffin Stadium during their tour of the campus. what to expect as they enter The students were able to college. get a sense of whether any “This three-day road trip of the six colleges will be a was a great opportunity for right fit for them as they the students to not only hear begin to think about where about the wonderful oppor- they will be headed for the tunities each university has next four years of their acato offer, but to have the demic journey. privilege to experience what a day is like in the universiRESULTS ty and connect with a camthe miami laker pus,” said Pace’s college advisor and trip organizer 305-817-4015 Melanie Otero.

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

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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

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Iglesia Biblica Cristiana Español Servicios

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Iglesia El Nuevo Comienzo

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

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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

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Hialeah Church of Christ

Telephone 305-558-1060 (Temporary meeting location) Shula’s Hotel (Davis Cup Room) 6842 Main Street, Miami Lakes Sunday Bible Study.................9:30 AM Sunday Worship Service.......10:30 AM Sunday Evening Service..........6:00 PM Wednesday Bible Study...........7:30 PM

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Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic Church

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Mother of Our Redeemer Catholic Church

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M.L. United Methodist Church

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New Testament Baptist Church The Gathering Place

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

Orthodox Cathedral of Christ The Saviour

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

Palm Springs United Methodist Church

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

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

(Editor’s Note: All information provided by individual houses of worship. Confirm service times by telephone.

In Memoriam:

Longtime resident Donald Boyd Donald B. Boyd, USCGR, passed away on September 27, after a 5-month battle with pancreatic cancer. Boyd was a 66-year resident of Dade, 41-year resident of Miami Lakes, and a graduate from Hialeah High Class of 1965 and Barry University in 1991. He was a retired airfield operations supervisor with the Miami-Dade Aviation Department at Miami International and retired USCG Reserve CW04 with 4-years active duty and 30years reserve duty. Boyd was also an avid photographer and many of his aviation photos are wellknown throughout the world. He won third, second and first place in the civil aircraft category three separate years in Aviation Week’s Annual Photo Contest and he licensed imaging rights to numerous companies for advertising and publicity purposes since retiring in 2000. Boyd is survived by his best friend and wife of 35 years, Karen C. Boyd, his two daughters, Karen D. Kramer, and Donna E. Boyd, son-in-law Jonathan Perez, his two grandsons

DONALD B. BOYD, USCGR Kyler and Keagan Kramer, Beatrice B. Gift. his brother-in-law Jim Boyd also built a large Criswell (Kathy), nephew website collection of historDavid Criswell and his fam- ical photos of Hialeah and ily, nieces Lisa Marie South Florida that has 28 Criswell and Katie Beth million page views over the Criswell, numerous long- years and many of his time friends and his two cats restored photos have been Cocoa and Goldie. His first posted by others in love was for his family Facebook “oldie” groups. members. Boyd is prede- He leaves behind his legacy ceased by his father John of two websites. Milne Boyd and aunts Norma G. Boyd and

As a result of Hurricane Irma, Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS) had to cancel seven days of school in September. Even with the loss of the seven instructional days, the

District exceeds the minimum instructional hours required by the state in order to participate in the Florida Education Finance Program (FEFP). However, adjustments to

M-D School Board approves revised calendars for 2017-2018

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the school calendar were necessary to return time to students and teachers. Following are the changes to the calendars approved by the School Board: Five dates were converted to regular school days on the Revised Elementary and Secondary School Calendar and the Revised Juvenile Justice Center School Calendar. The impacted dates in 2018 are: January 19 (previously a teacher planning day) February 15 (previously a secondary early release day), April 19 (previously a secondary early release day), April 20 (previously a teacher planning day), and May 17 (previously a secondary early release day). Two dates were converted to regular school days on the Revised Adult/Vocational Education School Calendar. The impacted dates in 2018 are: January 19 (previously a teacher planning day), and April 20 (previously a teacher planning day).

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• Help Desk Specialist (Full Time - Graham Corporate)

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R E A L E S TAT E CLASSIFIED FOR SALE

Beautiful Miami Lakes home, 3 bedroom, 1 bath, 2,300 total sq. ft. $395,500. 305-340-8803, ask for Faris. No brokers.

FOR RENT

3/2.5 luxury townhome with 2-car garage, gated community, granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances, wood laminate floors, hurricane impact windows, fitness studio, 24 hr. maintenance. From $2570 monthly. Call 305-821-1138.

If You Are Thinking About Selling Your Home, Let’s Talk. Call me today!

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For Sale – Fantastic unit in sought after luxury tower in near Arsht Center, Wynwood, enjoy lifestyle of Biscayne corridor w/out driving.

For Sale – Totally remodeled unit with a fantasic view. Purchase it with a tenant in place, or empty to occupy.

For Rent – Moors Single Family, 3/2, garage, $2,290.00

MAIL TO THE MIAMI LAKER 15450 NEW BARN ROAD, SUITE 103 MIAMI LAKES, FLORIDA 33014

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8421 Dundee Terrace - $565,000

Why rent when you can own this Mediterranean-style 2-story townhouse in sought after Villa Vizcaya in Miami Lakes. Gated community with 24 hour security. Brand new A/C. Cozy unit with a front courtyard and a large patio. Tile throughout except for stair case which has new carpeting plenty of closets and storage space.

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

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

NEW PRICE

16960 NW 86 Court - Royal Oaks

Fully remodeled 5/4 custom-built home with over 4,838 s.f. Open kitchen with modern finishes, quartz counters, gas range stove, all new S/S appliances. Soaring high volume ceilings. 2 unique fireplaces. Generous master with sitting area, large walk-in closets Large covered patio overlooks expansive pool and cabana bar. New Price $799,000.

PENDING SALE

16222 NW 79 Avenue - Royal Oaks

Lakefront custom-built 4/4.5 Smart home. Soaring vaulted ceilings, impact doors/windows, marble flooring, elevator. Gourmet kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances, granite counters. Spacious master w//his/her master baths and balcony. Large covered terrace overlooking pool area w/built-in BBQ, long lake views. $799,500.

Great 3/2 with a pool house located just west of Turnpike and south of Pines Blvd. near MacArthur H.S. Great layout w/split floor plan. Corner lot in very quiet neighborhood. Roof replaced 2006. Eat-in kitchen, walk-in closet, enclosed patio, large living/dining area. Garage partially converted. 2 storage sheds, circular driveway. Needs updating, lots of potential.

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6611 S.W. 7 Street - $307,900

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

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6820 N. Augusta Dr.-Country Club of Miami

PENDING

570 Raven Drive - $399,000

NEW PRICE

15961 NW 79 Court - Silvercrest North

Elegant 5 bed/4.5 bath home. Gourmet kitchen w/all S/S appliances, center island, wood cabinets, granite counters. Spacious master has oversize bath & walk-in closet. Other bedrooms feature California closets. Tranquil backyard with room to relax and entertain. New Price $655,000.

NEW PRICE

7210 Gleneagle Drive - Loch Lomond

Enjoy breathtaking long lake views in a unique home in gated golf course community. Courtyard-style home has 5 bed/ 3 baths. Oversize 15,000 s.f. lot. Top-of-line renovations. Home has all impact doors/windows, and soaring high volume ceilings throughout. Oversize lot. New Price $924,000.

PENDING SALE

7905 NW 164 Terrace - Royal Oaks

Luxurious 7/7 lakefront “mansion-like” home. One-of-a-kind wrap around lot, one of largest in area, enhances pool with direct long lake views. Every bedroom has own bathroom, master has large sitting area and private terrace. Covered terrace overlooking backyard and recently finished pool/patio area. $875,000.

Arturo Rodriguez, P.A.

Maria Victoria Zarate-Rodriguez

Broker-Associate

Realtor-Associate

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NEW PRICE

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7960 NW 167 Terrace - Royal Oaks

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

16752 NW 77 Place - Royal Oaks

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

SOLD

16020 W. Prestwick Place - Loch Lomond

Custom 4 bed/6.5 bath home with private upstairs master suite, his/her private baths. Breathtaking modern kitchen with floor to ceiling cabinets, top-of-the-line appliances. Oversized lot and backyard w/covered terrace and large pool. Panoramic golf course views. $1,225,000.

NEW PRICE

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

15840 W. Prestwick Place - Loch Lomond

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

SOLD

8201 NW 162 Street - Royal Oaks

Spectacular 4 bed/4 bath corner lot home featuring open gourmet kitchen, breakfast area, upgraded bathrooms, soaring high ceilings and 2-car garage with circular driveway. Oversized patio featuring pool and fully stocked gazebo. $692,000.

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