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Coral Gables JULY 21, 2009
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Construction begins on 396 Alhambra project
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MaryScull Brown going strong at 93 years young BY GLORIA BURNS
t 93 years young, MaryScull Brown has a life story that would make a great book. Brown is well known as an Ambassador for the Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce, as parliamentarian for various clubs and for her generous support of education — but that is just the tip of the iceberg. Born in New York City, Brown attended St. Agatha’s School for Girls and later graduated from Barnard College (Columbia University) after deciding against Vassar and Wellesley because of the cold. Brown comes from rather remarkable stock as her father, a neurologist who graduated from Harvard at 16, was a pioneer in medicine. With partner Nicholas Tesla, he manufactured the first electric machine for medicine and lived to 100 years of age, so longevity is certainly in her favor. MaryScull Brown began her career as a writer for the Paul Block syndicate that was picked up by several large
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Coral Gables Mayor Don Slesnick recently celebrated the official kickoff to construction of 396 Alhambra with company officials. Pictured (l-r) are Darryl Robinson, leasing agent for 396 Alhambra; Brian Gitlin, LEED Accredited Professional; Jorge Pinto, project manager; Eddie Avila, principal of 396 Alhambra; Mayor Slesnick; John Fullerton of Fullerton Diaz Architects, and Pete Ryan, Balfour Beatty project manager.
Camelot Salon, Gold-Diggers join for Cut-A-Thon benefit BY JENNIFER M. BROWN
amelot Salon and Spa in Coral Gables is sponsoring The Gold-Diggers Inc.’s First Annual CutA-Thon charity event. Centrally located in the heart of Coral Gables, Camelot Salon and Spa is opening its doors on Sunday, Aug. 9, from noon to 4 p.m. for a salon experience like no other, all in the name of charity. While haircuts usually range from $65 to $100 at Camelot, guests at the salon on
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Sunday, Aug. 9, can receive a haircut for $20, blow-dry for $15-$20 (depending on hair length), nail polish change for $5 and/or a relaxing chair massage for $10. Special pricing is available for a Sensational Salon Sampler to complete the experience, including all four services. Light fare will be provided by the Sgt. Pepper Cafe, gourmet, urban style eatery; wines from Joseph Carr Winery will be provided by Coral Gables law
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