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Runoffs to Decide Mayor, Two Council Seats Aguilera Wins Council Seat 2 BY RICHARD YAGER
he City of Doral’s new Mayor and two of three City Council seats will be determined in Nov. 27 runoff elections after the Nov. 6 municipal voting. Securing 50% or more of the total votes cast was in doubt in each three contests until final counts became available, three days after polls closed. Results were delayed until Friday, Nov. 9 to complete counting of absentee ballots at Miami-Dade County election headquarters. In the Mayor’s race, former Councilman Luigi Boria got 4,626 votes or 41% of the Nov. 6 balloting, requiring a runoff against Frank Bolanos who narrowly bested Councilman Pete Cabrera for second place by just 73 votes. Question of a possible recount was raised due to the narrow margin between Bolanos (3,330 votes or 29.70%) and Cabrera (3,257 or 29.03%). “The law states there is a recount if the margin is .5% or less,” commented Christina White, MDC Deputy Supervisor of Elections. “This race is outside that margin, so there is no recount… Frank Bolanos and Luigi Boria will continue on to the run-off.” The only outright winner in four Doral contests was Bettina Rodriguez Aguilera by just 107 votes over Clemente Vera, 4,786 to 4,679. For Council Seat 1, Sandra Ruiz with a 48% margin will be challenged in the
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HEALTH CARE CORNER Robotic Removal Catches On By DR. RODOLFO MARTINEZ
Robotic Surgeon obotic removal of the gallbladder today offers more precision and is less invasive than traditional surgical procedure. As one of the most common operations, gallbladder surgery can now be performed without leaving visible scars, an advance slowly catching on, thanks to surgical robots. The cholecystectomy is performed robotically by means of a single 2-1/2 centimeter incision in the belly button. Once healed, the incision is virtually invisible. The laparoscopic technique is performed by making four small incisions, one in the navel itself and the other three in the abdomen. In traditional open surgery, a single seven to ten centimeter incision is made on the right side of the abdomen, below the ribs. While the greatest advantage is cosmetic, there are other important benefits. The company that produces the surgical robot assures that robotic surgery (known as Single-Site da Vinci Surgery) offers minimal scarring, minimal pain, low blood loss, fast recovery, short hospital stay, and high patient satisfaction. Some procedures for gallbladder removal that begin robotically or as a laparoscopy have to be performed as open surgery due to extreme inflammation, or the presence of multiple adhesions or scars. Although the surgeon is very skilled,
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New Public Works building opened on NW 99 Avenue. –––––––––––––––––––––––––
Mayor Juan Carlos Bermudez along with City of Doral Council and the Department of Public Works marked the opening of the new Doral Public Works facility at a Nov. 1 ribbon-cutting ceremony. The new two-story, building located at 6100 N.W. 99th Ave. was built to withstand a Category 5 hurricane. The 35,000 square-foot structures includes six bays for fleet mainteNov. 27 runoff by Elena Ortega Tauler who polled 38% of the total votes cast. Carlos Ruiz ran third with 12% of the total vote. In the Council Seat 3 race, former Councilman Robert Von Name ran second
nance, a 5000 square-foot warehouse, unleaded gas and diesel storage and dispensing equipment, car wash facility, and hurricane impact windows among other features. The new building is on target to receive a LEED Gold certification from the U.S. Green Building Council (U.S.G.B.C). The City will also use the facility as its Emergency Operations Center or E.O.C. during any type of emergency. with 32%, sufficient to require a runoff with Christi Fraga who led a three-candidate field with 45%. Bibiana Salmon placed third with 22% of the votes cast. The Boria-Bolanos contest will choose a successor to Juan Carlos Bermudez who was elected in 2003 as Doral’s first Mayor. Bermudez had thrown his support to Bolanos to succeed him in the Nov. 6 election. The Mayor had also backed Elena Tauler for the Council 1 Seat in a farewell statement published in the Oct. Doral Tribune. Runoff balloting hours at Doral’s eight precincts will be from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 27.
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Mayor Emphasizes Financial Literacy at State Farm Grants
Doral Academy students honored with State Farm grants. ––––––––––––––––––––
Doral Mayor Juan Carlos Bermudez addressed nearly 100 students at a grant award ceremony at Doral Academy Charter Preparatory School, part of a special presentation by State Farm Insurance that awarded the school with a $25,000 grant for it Financial Literacy classes. Mayor Bermudez stressed the importance of entrepreneurship and student futures in a competitive global economy. As Mayor, Bermudez set a goal to work together with principals in the Doral area that includes Financial Literacy classes at the high school level.
Doral Academy was one of only 11 high-schools in the state of Florida to receive the State Farm Youth Advisory Board grant for its Firebird Nest project, first conceived at the Academy to provide an understanding of the responsibilities of managing money and making smart financial decisions. Students in the Advanced Algebra/Financial Applications class will have a major component of their grade based on the successful implementation and maintenance of a profitable in-school business.
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growth with worship and sharing each day. * Elementaryy schooll students celebrated International and Hispanic Heritage Day
BY Y GLORIA A BURNS
MCS high school students took full advantage of the school’s annual Fall Trip to Teen Valley Ranch in North Carolina. Featuring the fun: horseback riding, zip lining, white water rafting, miniature golf, frisbee football, hiking, and rock wall
Fairchild Tropical Garden Grant to assist in the purchase of materials and supplies for the school’s garden. As in the past, sales proceeds from the garden will again support Sunil’s Home Orphanage in India, a pet project of MCS students for more than five years. Elementary students currently working diligently in the garden are now beginning to see the fruits of their efforts. * MCS S iss most grateful to Orestess Alvaroo and Thee Brickmann Group for that company’s assistance in ridding our trees of white flies. A few years back, The Brickman Group
Elementary students join Hispanic Heritage Day Parade.
High school students enjoy fall trip to North Carolina.
climbing While such activities provided challenges as well as bonding and learning experiences, time was also set aside for spiritual
with class activities and a colorful school wide parade with students and teachers dressed in the attire of their family heritage, accompanied by mariachi musicians. Parents also joined the celebration and brought specially prepared foods for an international meal enjoyed by all. Middle school students created projects for the event and were treated to international dishes as part of their day’s activities. * Kudoss goo out to MCS’s organic garden director, Charlenee Coulter, awarded a
Joshua Ortet and Angelin Vazquez choose toppings for ice cream treat.
provided a major landscaping job for the school during a half-day marathon of planting as its donation. The Brickman Group continues to lend its support and advice to MCS. * Speakingg of volunteer efforts, the MCS Parent Teacher Fellowship held its first ice cream social in October while the weather was still warm. Students were delighted to purchase cold refreshments, including an assortment of ice cream treat toppings as school let out for the day. * Onn thee sports scene, MCS Senior Andre Bergouignan distinguished himself as the best football rusher in the league, amassing 104 yards on 17 carries during the game against Westwood Christian.
Miami Christian School, a fully SACS and ACSI accredited college preparatory school, provides strong programs in academics, athletics, and activities. Students may participate in Advanced Placement, Scholars, Honors, and Dual Enrollment programs, and the school offers ESOL and an ESE Resource room. Victor Academy is a fully SACS-accredited online program for nontraditional education. For details, tel. 305221-7754 x772 and ask for Donna Gehring.
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DBC Forum Gala, Service Events Spark Members
BY GLORIA BURNS
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he dynamic DBC Forum, a networking group under the umbrella of the Doral Business Council actively participates not only in bimonthly meetings but in all DBC events. The DBC Forum was well represented at the recent DBC Inaugural Legacy Gala with several members buying tables while individual Forum members put together two tables of community-active people. DBC Forum members also joined forces to help support several charitable events including the 2012 Heart Walk, the American Diabetes Walk and Relay for Life. In addition, the DBC Forum has held several socials during the past year and
looks forward to a Dec. 2 holiday BBQ party at the home of Norris Perez, of Halo Branded Solutions. In January, the very capable highly motivated entrepreneur, Lizz Wiegandt (of Mary Kay) takes over as Chair of this group with lots of new ideas for expanding its membership base as well as that of the DBC. DBC Forum Steering Committee members for 2012 include: Chair, Gloria Burns; Vice Chair, Max Fleischer; Secretary, Norris Perez; Treasurer, Marti Bueso; Membership, Lizz Wiegandt; Attendance, Theresa Gonzalez; Historian, Armando Fernandez; Registrar, Reza Ray. Attendance at Forum breakfast meetings on the first and third Wednesdays of every month is critical to retaining an exclusive membership category. Because of the group’s success, there is often a waiting list for specific category memberships, so those who cannot attend Among those seated at the Doral Business Council Forum Table for its Legacy Gala are Iliana Rodriguez, Nella Watanabe, Gloria Burns, Nubielena Medina, Theresa Gonzalez and Ana Hedman. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– on a regular basis risk losing their spot. (Members may not miss more than four meetings a year), All applicants for the group must first
Members of Doral Business Council Forum join students Miami Christian School students at 2012 Heart Walk.
be a paid member of the Doral Business Council. For information on the Doral Business Council, visit <www.doralbusiness.com>.
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HEALTH CARE CORNER from front page –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––— specialists in this procedure emphasize that it may still be necessary to perform open surgery. One cause of a high rate of gallstones and bilestones (colelitiasis) could be the modern diet. Being overweight, female and having
had multiple births are the most common risk factors. and are commonly referred to as the three F’s: fat, female and fertile. Dr. Rodolfo Martínez, general and colorectal surgeon, is affiliated with Kendall Regional Medical Center. To contact Dr. Martinez, tel. 305-227-3388.
Next Free ‘Play Day’ Nov. 19 As part of its long commitment to provide children with quality park programs, the City of Doral is inviting the community for a fun Day of Play on Saturday, November 19, starting at 11a.m. at Doral Meadow Park, 11555 N. W. 58 St. Four hours of outdoor games, music, arts & crafts, face painters, live performances, special appearances by local celebrities and much more! For more information, tel. 305-593-6600 or visit <www.cityofdoral.com>.
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More than 350 attended Inaugural DBC Legacy Gala
On stage at Legacy Gala, seen here are Ron Mann with honoree Stephen Vivian Bermudez with husband, Doral Mayor Juan Carlos Bermudez, and their youngest daughter Elisa Nicole. Musolino Sr. and son, Stephen Musolino Jr.
Pictured here are members of the DBC Inaugural Gala Committee: l to r -Jason Timmons, Carlos Rivero, Nubielena Medina, Lucy Tamajon, Gloria Burns, Pat Morgan, Nelson Penalver, and DBC Executive Director Ron Mann.
Legacy Gala Honorees posing with their awards at Gala: Juan del Busto, Doral Mayor Juan Carlos Bermudez and Stephen Musolino.
Stephen Musolino Sr. with DBC Chair, EliPanell.
Barbara Romani with Stephen Musolino, Jr., at DBC Legacy Gala.
Jason Timmons, of Great Florida Bank, and Mercantil Commercebankâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Vice Continued on next page President Sonya Canas and her husband.
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More Photos from Inaugural DBC Legacy Gala
Legacy Gala Honoree Juan del Busto with wife, Maria, and family.
Seen enjoying Legacy Gala: Bettina Rodriguez Aguilera, Gloria Burns, Event CEO Marly Quincoces, with Robert and Maria Van Name
John and Gloria Burns with Mayor Juan Carlos Bermudez.
Ron Mann and Sonya Canas at Gala.
Nubielena Medina Gomez, NMG Consultants,Theresa Gonzalez, of AirTech.
Karl (KO) and Dacia Wiegandt with Lizz and Alex Wiegandt.
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• Fitness & Defense • ‘Stranger Danger’ Teaches Child Safety
Julio G. Anta GET FIT WITH ANTA How many times have you seen a child being dragged along by the mother or father, hysterically screaming they ‘don’t want to go’? How many have you as a parent given those words a second thought? Or, if that was my child, I would…. Most people have become insensitive to children crying and refusing to go somewhere at some time. Yet, this scenario could very possibly be an abduction attempt. So how could a child survive a kidnapping, lacking a natural instinct to escape a stranger? In our Kung Fu Child Development program, we teach students five years and older that if ever encountered by a stranger, yell out: ‘This is not my mom or dad!’ This is a stranger,’ as loud as they can. A child not educated in ‘Stranger Danger’ will go wherever they believe there is an appealing attraction: — a puppy, a toy or candy. Predators understand that instinctual motivation and act upon it to abduct an innocent child. I can still remember as an elementary school student drills to prepare for a
nuclear attack by hiding beneath a desk and covering heads. Younger readers have no idea of what I’m talking about but I’m sure most adults can relate to a similar practice, the fire drill. In our Kung Fu Kids class, Stranger Danger drills are as common as kicking and punching. Instructors constantly confront students with phrases such as ‘What’s a stranger?’ Students chant back: ‘A person that you do not know sir!’ ‘Do you talk to strangers? Answer: ‘No, sir!’ Through such role playing and lectures, we teach students to recognize strangers and how to avoid them. As a former Law Enforcement Officer and certified National Security Alliance Child Safe Network instructor, as well as a Martial Arts educator, I’m amazed to see how many children remain prime abcution candidates. The most important thing to teach your child is to say ‘no’ to an adult. Trusting children to their own instincts is dangerous. So this year, especially before the holidays, empower ‘your own’ by teaching them to say ‘no’ and practice your own Stranger Danger drills.
Julio Anta has been changing lives in Doral through his martial arts and fitness programs since 1998. You can reach him at 305 599-3649 or via the Internet at <AntaMartialArts.com>.
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Ninth Annual Arts Fest at Doral features Over 400 Works of Art Doral’s Ninth Annual Art Fest that transformed Carlos Albizu University into an art gallery from Oct. 19-21, produced by the Rotary Club of Doral and sponsored by the city, showcased more than 100 local and international artists displaying over 400 works of art. A prestigious juried committee awarded top three entrants in each category. Winners included: Painting: First Place, Vladimir Manic; Second Place, Dragan Bartula; Third Place, Nestor Paz; Photography: First Place: Guillermo Caminos; Second Place: Veronica Grassi; d Media: Third Place: Angie Keller; Mixed First Place, Miguel Angel Baez; Second Place, Rigo Leon; Third Place, Ingrid Poch; Film: First Place, Heather Winters, for the documentary “Class Act;” Second Place, Ubaldo Medina, for the documentary “El Taller”; Sculpture: First Place, Michel Hernandez; Second Place, Mario Almaguer; Third Place, Gina Guzman. Special mention for drawing: Frank Izquierdo. A delegation from Belgrade, Serbia, led by internationally-known artist Vladimir Manic exhibited more than 50 works of art by special invitation from Art Fest Co-Founder Noel Santiesteban. Art Fest at Doral exhibited more than 20 artworks by artists with disabilities. These artworks are known as “Outsider Art” and came from the collection of Faye Clark’s New Horizons “In Integration” project. The exhibition presented Heather Winters, who as co-executive produced the Academy Award-nominated documentary film, “Super Size Me” with a special tribute for her work educating the public about the school system and for her support of Outsider Artists. She is the sister of Outsider Artist Terese Winters, whose artwork was exhibited at the festival through the “In Integration” project and who was given a special recognition for sharing her artwork with the public. Heather Winters’ documentary “Class Act,” first place in films, looks at the
decline of arts education in America’s public schools. The documentary was filmed in Miami Beach, Florida and featured drama teacher Jay W. Jensen. Also honored was artist and Outsider Artist teacher Javier Echeverria for his work with children with autism and adults with disabilities. A special tribute was paid to renowned artist Vicente Dopico Lerner, along with a special recognition to his brother Outsider Artist Antonio Dopico Lerner, who is also
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involved in the In Integration project. Nina Torres, director and chief curator, Miami Arts and Entertainment District, showcased over 15 international artists’ work at the festival. Live performances included Body Painting by Artist Erika Monroy; a fencing demonstration by Florespa Fencing Club; and a dance performance by the Doral Dance Center. Other free activities included art class taught teachers from the Artist Portfolio Workshop Museum. Students from various local schools also participated in the festival. Participating schools included: Eugenia B Thomas K-8 Center, John I. Smith K-8 Center, Dr. Rolando Espinosa K-8 Center, Renaissance Charter School, Doral Academy Charter School, Ronald Reagan/Doral Senior High, Divine Savior
Lutheran Academy, The Artist Portfolio Workshop Museum, Doral Middle School and St. Brendan High School.
The Art Fest @ Doral is spearheaded by Rotary Club Founder and Co-Founder of Art Fest @ Doral Felipe E. Madrigal and Co-Founder, Artist and Festival Master Curator Noel Santiesteban. Proceeds from the annual event will help the Rotary Club of Doral fund yearround arts programs and benefit the PTA’s of the local public participating schools as well as other charitable causes related to the welfare of children in several orphanages in Central America. For information, visit <Facebook.com/artfestatdoral>; YouTube: <http://bit.ly/Pv6LC5>.
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Ribbon Cutting/DBC After Hours at Carolina Ale House
Mayor Juan Carlos Bermudez helps Carolina Ale House owner Joe Marouf, Joe After official ribbon cutting ceremony on Oct. 25 at Doral’s new Jr. and other VIPS with official ribbon cutting on Oct. 25. Carolina Ale House, restaurant owner, Joe Marouf, visits with Mayor Juan Carlos Bermudez. Iliana Rodriguez and Max Fleischer.
Doral Business Council members and guests enjoyed an “After Hours” event at Carolina Ale House
DBC Chair Eli Panell, Dr. Stan Johnson, Raul Pino at “After Hour” event.
American Cancer Society received $3,000 donation from Carolina Ale House following the restaruants' official ribbon cutting ceremony.
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Sara Valega Named Director of Marketing at Doral’s Int’l Mall Simon Property Group, Inc. has announced the appointment of Sara Valega as Director of Marketing and Business Development of Miami International Mall in Doral. Valega will work to create, develop and implement the overall strategic marketing direction of the shopping center to meet corporate and property business and marketing objectives. She is also responsible for staff supervision of customer service, sponsorships and business development, budgeting and monthly marketing analysis, along with maintaining community, tenant and public relations. “We are delighted to welcome Sara to Miami International Mall,” said Nicole Delmer, Vice President of Marketing for the Florida Region. “She
possesses a strong knowledge of marketing. We feel her experience in the Miami market will make her an asset to the mall and we look forward to her experience and dedication benefiting Miami International Mall.” No stranger to the Simon family, Valega most recently served as the Assistant Director of Marketing and business development at Dadeland Mall. Prior to joining Simon, Valega was Director of Marketing for DYL Group and was responsible for overseeing the all phases of sales and marketing for the company’s real estate projects. Valega graduated from the University of Miami with a Bachelor’s Degree in Communications and Latin American Studies.
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Dade Christian School Hosts Safe Halloween
The Yi Family’s pirate ship rolls on Halloween night. ––––––––––––––––––––––––
BY JENNIFER MARTINEZ
Hundreds of princesses, pirates, sports cars, and minivans made their way to the Dade Christian School campus Oct. 31 for a fantastic night of games and trunk or treating. Before heading to the outside parking lot to inspect decorated car trunk space, guests entered the newly-renovated Crusader Cafe for a sumptuous spaghetti dinner, sponsored by the Senior Class of 2013. We all had such a terrific time last year so we definitely were not going to miss it again. We even brought family members and friends this year, said
Stephanie Andrade, a DCS parent. Families outside collected candy while socializing with school and church families, as well as campus visitors, all enjoying car trunks decorated to themes varying from Mother Goose to 101 Dalmatians. A new iPad was awarded to the Lupica-Tondo family for a Madagascar Circus created with balloon animals and a popcorn machine. I greatly enjoy how the community feels safe and comfortable at this event on a night many people associate with danger, said Ali Rodriguez, coordinator.
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Miami Int’l Auto Show Promises ‘whole new ride’ BY LEE STEPHENS
Big changes are in store this year for fans of the South Florida International Auto Show. Most notably, the show will officially change its name to the Miami International Auto Show (MIAS), paying homage to the alluring destination it has called home for the last 42 years. The show also will be sporting a whole new look, complete with new exhibits and interactive elements when it opens Nov. 9 for its annual 10-day run at the Miami Beach Convention Center. “We are so excited to unveil the new features of the Miami International Auto Show, and feel the name now truly reflects the culture and history of this time-honored South Beach event,” said show chairman Mario Murgado. Among the new exhibits planned for this year’s show is Eco Experience, which will educate environmentally conscious consumers with cutting-edge displays focused on renewable energy and alternative fuel vehicles. Show-goers will also be able to experience select electric cars inside on the main show floor, during a first-timeever inside track event. The redesigned show also will debut its first ever “Topless in Miami” exhibit, presented in partnership with the Southern Automotive Media Association (SAMA). This unique showcase will allow guests to fully experience a convertible car in a picturesque Miami environment, while never leaving the showroom floor. Recognizing the impact of social
media, the 2012 show also will offer the hundreds of thousands of show attendees an opportunity to connect and interact with each other in real time via Twitter. Prominent screens will be displayed at high traffic points across the show floor, encouraging visitors to engage in a conversation about their experience at the Miami Show. In addition to the new exhibits, show-goers can also expect to see returning favorites such as Memory Lane, which will feature American muscle vehicles and a special exhibit showcasing classic automobiles from Havana. In Million Dollar Alley, visitors can fantasize about their ultimate joy toy, a six-figure motorcar. Camp Jeep and an outside test drive program will put visitors behind the wheel of popular new models. “As always at this auto show, car enthusiasts and the general public alike can see and experience hundreds of new cars up close and personal, all under one roof,” said Murgado. “It’s a once-a-year chance to get a glimpse of the newest models and to see what the future of the industry will hold.” Each year, approximately 40 auto manufacturers fill the hall with several hundred new cars, trucks, crossovers and SUVs, making this event one of America’s top five in attendance. The South Florida Automobile Dealers Association, which today comprises more than 190 dealerships in Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach and Monroe counties, has been the official sponsor of the show since its inception in 1971. For information, tel. 305-981-1448 or visit <www.sfliautoshow.com>.
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Sky Zone Trampoline Park Opens in Doral Sky Zone marked a ribbon-cutting ceremony Oct. 13 to celebrate the opening of South Florida’s first trampoline park, creating a unique experience for a wide variety of physical activity within its courtyard complex. Located at 5450 N. W. 82 Ave. in Doral, Sky Zone allows jumpers to bounce, flip and tumble freestyle or try more daring tricks while jumping into the giant Foam Zone, described owner Juan Brandt. Sky Zone also offers
Juan Brandt with family cuts ribbon to open Doral’s Sky Zone.
Leaping freestyle at South Florida’s first Trampoline Park.
sports-related activities atop the trampolines like 3D -Dodgeball and volleyball, as well as SkySlam, where participants can dunk in one of the park’s three lanes of basketball hoops. The expansive facility provides a variety of activities like “SkyJam” and “JumpaPalooza” nights when teens and ‘tweens can freestyle jump for two hours at a special value. “With 16,000 square feet of trampo-
line courts, participants can freely bounce off the trampoline walls, practice their aerobic and acrobatic skills, and enjoy a fun time for all,” Brandt said. Additionally, the park offers fitness classes known as “SkyRobics” which can burn up to 1,000 calories per hour, a welcome alternative to traditional and monotonous gym workouts, he added. With three party rooms, Sky Zone provides a lively venue for birthday parties and group events, accommodating up to 130 participants at one time. Nutritious snacks are available from the Sky Zone Café which also offers a wide array of beverages and meals. In 2004, Sky Zone, LLC created and built the world’s first all-trampoline, walled playing court and now operates three affiliate-owned indoor trampoline parks, with franchises open across the United States and Canada. “This is a concept that I truly believe in,” said Brandt. “Sky Zone is a recreational alternative that gets people away from TV screens to be physically active while having fun.” For information, visit <www.skyzonesports.com/miami>; on Twitter: <@SkyZoneMiami>; Facebook: <http://www.facebook.com/skyzonemiami>.
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Criminal Justice Program Begins at Everest Institute The Hialeah campus of Everest Institute has announced the addition of a Criminal Justice – Social and Youth Services program to its curriculum, providing students with an opportunity to train for careers within the field of criminal justice. The nine-month program studies judicial concepts, law and crime with a focus on juvenile justice and victim’s advocacy. Students will work for a diploma while learning to prepare for careers of basic support in the criminal justice job market. Career titles may include youth mentor, youth care worker, youth mentor, intake specialist and outreach specialist. “Graduates will be job-ready in a
criminal justice market that is expected to have above average growth,” said Fran Heaston, president of Everest Institute. “The Bureau of Labor Statistics anticipates the need for social and human services assistants will grow by 28 percent from 2010 to 2020,” Everest Institute places special emphasis on oral and written communication, with additional training in professional development for career advancement. Upon graduation, Everest offers its students career placement services in the fields for which they are trained. For more information about programs at Everest Institute, visit <www.everest.edu>.
Black Friday Nov. 22 at Dolphin Mall For the second year in a row, Dolphin Mall will open its doors to shoppers for Black Friday on Thursday, Nov. 22 at 9 p.m. for a “Magical Night of Shopping,” and remain open until 10 p.m. Friday, Nov. 23, for 25 continuous hours. “Last year we opened at 9 p.m. and shoppers were thrilled, so we have decided to bring it back. Our 25-hour Black
Friday offers unbelievable deals, promotions and generous prizes for raffle winners,” said General Manager Pete Marrero Shoppers will be able to enter to win a sweepstake every two hours between 12 a.m. and 10 a.m. Friday. Prizes will include up to $2,500 worth of gifts including a shopping spree.
Welcomes Furry Pals Dolphin Mall will celebrate the holidays by hosting its sixth annual “Pet Nights” as owners bring their dogs and cats to visit Santa from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. on December 5, 12 and 19 at the Ice Palace, located on the 2nd floor of the Ramblas Plaza. Visitors can select digital photographs during the shoot from Snapfish for
photo gifts including holiday cards, calendars, ornaments and photo books. Pet owners receive a free pet food bowl with the purchase of a photo package on the dates and times of the pet event, while supplies last. Pets must be up-to-date on vaccinations and either leashed or carried in a portable pet carrier with harness.
New Retailers Open Stores Dolphin Mall recently added many new merchants to its to its diverse mix, including top fashion names such as AX Armani Exchange Outlet, Hugo Boss, OneClick Apple Specialist, Watch Station, Billabong, Jeans Roy, Calvin Klein
Accessories, Athlete Footwear, Attache and Fossil. The Mall will soon further expand with openings for The Cheesecake Factory, Jump and Segafredo Zanetti Expresso.
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City of Doral For all the right reasons!
City of Doral Council Members
Mayor Juan Carlos Bermudez mayor@cityofdoral.com
City of Doral, Florida 8300 N.W. 53rd Street Suite 100 Doral, FL 33166 305.59DORAL (305.593.6725) www.cityofdoral.com
Doral Trolley Provides Easy, Free Transportation The Doral Trolley Tracker and How to use it: The City of Doral Trolley system was launched as a Pilot Program in February 1, 2008 with one (1) trolley servicing one (1) route. Since then, the City has added four (4) new trolleys and has expanded service with two (2) additional routes which connect to Metrorail. Currently the system has three (3) routes VHUYLFHG E\ ÂżYH WUROOH\V The route and color coding is shown below: Â&#x2021; 5RXWH %OXH /LQH RQ PDS Â&#x2021; 5RXWH <HOORZ /LQH RQ PDS
Vice Mayor Michael DiPietro michael.dipietro@cityofdoral.com
Councilwoman Ana Maria Rodriguez anamaria.rodriguez@cityofdoral.com
Councilwoman Bettina Rodriguez-Aguilera anamaria.rodriguez@cityofdoral.com
City Manager Yvonne Soler McKinley city.manager@cityofdoral.com
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Â&#x2021; 5RXWH *UHHQ /LQH RQ PDS The Doral Trolley System services and provides connection between residential and commercial, and also connects you to the Palmetto Metrorail Station to access other destinations and it is all for FREE. For more information, please visit our website at www.cityofdoral.com, you FDQ ÂżQG WKH EXWWRQ WR WKH 'RUDO 7UROOH\ page or you can go to the Public Works Department under Doral Trolley Information. Did you know? Our trolley offers the latest technology available to provide D FRQYHQLHQW DQG HIÂżFLHQW VHUYLFH 2Q RXU ZHEVLWH \RX ZLOO ÂżQG WKH UHFHQWO\ updated â&#x20AC;&#x153;Doral Trolley Trackerâ&#x20AC;? which provides you with real time locations of the trolleys. Once you open the application, you will see the map with red dots along the routes that represent the stops. There are two tabs available, â&#x20AC;&#x153;View Routes Hereâ&#x20AC;? and â&#x20AC;&#x153;Arrival Times.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;View Routes Hereâ&#x20AC;? By clicking on this tab, you are able to select one, two or all three routes on the map by checking the boxes next to the routes.
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â&#x20AC;&#x153;Arrival Timesâ&#x20AC;? By clicking on this tab, you may select any STOP from the ROUTE selected and it will provide you an approximate time next trolley will be at the STOP. You may also check when the next trolley will be arriving to your stop by clicking on the DOT over each route, to a window will open and provide you with the information of which trolley will be passing by your stop and in how much time will it be arriving. Do you want to know how far away the next trolley is? Dial 305.593.6710, enter the STOP NUMBER located on the Trolley Stop Sign, and you will be informed approximately in how much time the trolley will arrive at your stop.
Service Exceptions Note: Remember that times are approximate; please try to be at your trolley stop 5 minutes before the VFKHGXOHG WLPH The system that provides trolley location information to the Doral Trolley is not always able to show accurate trolley locations or arrival times when trolley is substituted due to operating conditions that are beyond its control or during adverse weather and WUDIÂżF FRQGLWLRQV :H DSRORJL]H IRU any inconvenience this may cause. You are encouraged to call City of Doral Public Works Department for information Doral Trolley when the system is not able to locate the trolley.
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Silver Club Offers Fun and Information to Doral Senior Citizens Join the Silver Club! The City of Doral is inviting all senior citizens (55 years of age or more) who reside in Doral to come and participate in trips, bingo nights, seminar and luncheons, programs and socials. We offer a variety of programs for all interests and abilities to help keep our senior citizens active and involved in our community. For more information on becoming a Silver Club member or registering for any of these activities or programs, please contact Morgan Levy Park Community Center at (305) 482-9590 or email us at doralparksinfo@cityofdoral.com. MONTHLY SEMINAR AND LUNCHEON Thursday, December 13, 2012 â&#x20AC;&#x153;How to Pay for your Long Term Care Needsâ&#x20AC;? Presented by: Assisting Hands Time: 12:00-2:00pm Location: Morgan Levy Park Registration Deadline: Thursday before each scheduled Seminar & Luncheon or until capacity Fee: FREE!
Join us each month for a seminar on different topics which apply to your everyday life. After each seminar, lunch will be served and enjoy socializing with friends. Max Capacity 45. MONTHLY BINGO NIGHT Friday, December 7, 2012 Time: All Bingo Nights are from 6:30-8:30pm Location: Morgan Levy Park Registration Deadline: Friday before each scheduled Bingo Night or until capacity Fee: FREE! Follow our screen with highlighted bingo numbers while enjoying refreshments. Many exciting bingo games will be played! Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss a chance to win fabulous new prizes. Max Capacity 45. TRIP & TOUR: JUNGLE QUEEN BBQ NIGHT CRUISE FT. LAUDERDALE, FL Friday, November 30, 2012, 4:00-11:00pm Registration Deadline: Wednesday, Nov. 21, 2012
Fee: Residents: $43 Non-Residents: $52 (QMR\ D KRXU IXQ ÂżOOHG HYHQLQJ DERDUG the magical Jungle Queen Riverboat Dinner Cruise. Cruise up the New River as you learn about Ft.Lauderaleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s history. Indulge in an all-you-wish-to-eat dinner including Bar-B-Que Ribs, Chicken and Shrimp and an all new hilarious variety show. Bus departs Government Center: 4:00pm. Bus Ride Duration: 45 mins. Max capacity: 19. SHOPPING TRIP: VILLAGE OF MERRICK PARK CORAL GABLES, FL Friday, December 14, 2012, 10am-3pm Registration Deadline: Friday, December 7, 2012 Fee: Residents: $5 Non-Residents: $7 Village of Merrick Park is located in the heart of Coral Gables and features over 100 retail stores and includes restaurants. World-renowned luxury retailers, including Burberry, CH Caroline Herrera, Diane von Furstenberg, Gucci, Jimmy Choo, Loro Piana and Tiffany & Co. Lunch is not included. Bus Departs Location: Morgan Levy
Park at 10:00am. Bus Ride Duration: 25 mins. Max Capacity: 19. TRIP: GEORGE BALANCHINEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S THE NUTCRACKER ADRIENNE ARSHT CENTER Saturday, December 22, 2012, 12:30-4:30pm Registration Deadline: Fri., December 15, 2012 Fee: Residents: $38, Non-Residents: $45 Join us as Miami City Ballet celebrates its 26th season with one of the everpopular holiday favorite, George Balanchineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s The Nutcracker at the Adrienne Arsht Center. Enjoy the lavish production od the spectacular holiday classic-with a cast of more than 100 dancers, beautiful sets and costumes, and magical special effects including a blizzard of snow. Lunch is not included. Bus Departs Government Center at 12:30pm. Bus Ride Duration: 25mins. Max capacity: 19.
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Programs and Events from the Parks and Recreation Department Upcoming Events Turkey Trot Date: 11/15/12 Time: 6pm Location: Doral Meadow Park (11500 NW 58th St. Doral, FL 33178) Description: Gobble, gobble, run faster! Doralâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s annual Turkey Trot will take place on November 15th at 6p.m. at Doral Meadow Park. The competition will consist of a 1/4 mile run within the perimeter of the park and continues on WKURXJK WKH IRRWEDOO ÂżHOGV 7KH DWKOHWHV participating will compete to win prizes DQG ÂżUVW SODFH ZLQQHUV ZLOO EULQJ KRPH D turkey in celebration of the Thanksgiving holiday. Doral Tree Lighting Date: 11/29/12 Time: 7-9pm Location: Downtown Doral Park (8395 NW 53rd Street Doral, FL 33166) 'HVFULSWLRQ 7KH ÂżUVW HYHU 'RUDO 7UHH Lighting at the brand new Government
Center and Downtown Doral Park will take place on Thursday, November 29th from 7:00â&#x20AC;&#x201D;9:00p.m. at Downtown Doral Park located at 8395 NW 53rd Street. Come one, come all, as we welcome the holiday season with plenty of lights and holiday cheer! There will be music, arts and crafts, breath-taking holiday displays and a chance to mail your Santa Claus picture, as well as take pictures with him. Holiday Lights & Ice Date: 12/7/12 Time: 6pm-9:30pm Location: J.C. Bermudez Park (3000 NW 87th Ave Doral, FL 33166) Description: This familyâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;friendly event takes place on Friday, December 7th from 6:00-9:30p.m. at J.C. Bermudez Park, 3000 NW 87th Ave. The night will EH ÂżOOHG ZLWK SKRWRV ZLWK 6DQWD &ODXV rides and games, performances from local Doral students and businesses, and over 65 tons of snow and fun for the whole family!
Children enjoying the snow during Doralâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Holiday Lights & Ice celebration Breakfast with Santa Date: 12/8/12 Time: 9am-11am Location: Ronald Reagan/Doral Senior High School (8600 NW 107th Ave. Doral, FL 33178) Description: Breakfast with Santa will take place on Saturday, December 8th from 9:00â&#x20AC;&#x201D;11:00a.m. at Ronald Reagan/Doral Senior High School located at 8600 NW 107th Avenue. Children
and their parents will enjoy a continental breakfast. There will be storytellers, face painters and arts and crafts. Breakfast tickets are $7 per person, ages 2 and under are FREE. Pictures with Santa will also be available for sale. Seating is OLPLWHG 7LFNHWV DUH DYDLODEOH RQ D ÂżUVW FRPH ÂżUVW VHUYH EDVLV DQG ZLOO EH DYDLOable for purchase at Morgan Levy Park, 5300 NW 102nd Ave., starting November 5th.
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E-Scrap, Inc. is an EPA/FDEP licensed facility for the recycling of obsolete electronic equipment: from self standing main frame systems to PDAs, computers, monitors, UPS, notebooks, cell and land phones, copiers, printers, audio-video systems, hospital and biomedical electronics and any peripherals, components or parts. Together with the City of Doral, for both businesses and residents, on the Second (2nd) Wednesday and Fourth (4th) Saturday of each month. E-Scrap will provide collection of obsolete electronics at the J.C. Bermudez Park located at 3000 NW 87th Avenue â&#x20AC;&#x201C; receiving from 1:30pm to 5:00pm. NO CHARGE! Any questions, please contact us: City of Doral Public Works Department 305.593.6740 or email: publicworks@cityofdoral.com
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Monday - Friday 11:00am-1:00pm - Lap Swimming 3:00pm-8:00pm - Open Swim Saturday 1:00pm-5:00pm
CLASSES Levels 1-3 (45 Minute Class) 6:00pm, 7:00pm Fee: $45/2 Weeks
Levels 4-6 (45 Minute Class) 6:00pm, 7:00pm Fee: $45/2 Weeks Tiny Tots (30 Minute Class) 6:00pm, 7:00pm Fee: $45/2 Weeks
MEMBERSHIPS Membership covers lap swim and open swim for an entire year Adults (18+): $80, Children (17 & under) & Seniors (60+): $40 For more information on aquatic programs and fees including swim lessons, private lessons, special needs, aqua aerobics, events and pool party rentals please visit www.miamisprings-fl.gov or call 305-805-5078. **DORAL RESIDENTS MUST REGISTER AND CHECK-IN AT THE MIAMI SPRINGS POOL FRONT DESK **
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