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Unique dedication ceremony welcomes Military Museum

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BY RICHARD YAGER

elcomed aboard by U.S. Navy Chief Warrant Officer Anthony D. Atwood’s boatswain’s pipe, a delegation headed by Congressman Mario Diaz-Balart mounted the stage for the Apr. 24 dedication of “Building 25” as the future home of a new Miami Military Museum. With another creative touch, Atwood supervised officials who collectively hauled on a rope to “move” the 700,000pound structure five-feet north on rollerequipped steel support beams to a permanent foundation adjacent to the Gold Coast Railroad Museum grounds. The “lanyard pull” symbolized the final move of the three-story structure from the World War II era Richmond Naval Air Station where its skeleton was rebuilt under a new roof and ship-lapped wall siding on all four sides to further recreate appropriate detail of the 1940-era military building. The relocation represented “a key step to give Miami’s military history a permanent home,” said Atwood, who steadfastly has guided the concept both as a tribute to Miamians who served in the Armed Forces and a living record of the role played by those stationed here since World War II. The full and proper name is “The Miami Military Museum and Veterans Memorial.” With its original Dade County pine hardwood beams still intact, the Naval quarters was the last viable structure that could be salvaged from a sprawling base that once housed blimps that hunted for German submarines. The area has become home to part of Miami Metrozoo and the Gold Coast Railroad Museum (GCRR) just south of SW 152nd Street. A $2 million grant from the Building Better Communities bond issue provided funding to rehabilitate the dilapidated and termite-infested structure with flooring tiles “saturated with asbestos,” according to ––––––––––––––––––––––––––– See

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Wings Over Miami to host ‘Fly-in Show’ on May 15 Wings Over Miami Air Museum director Fred Schafly tunes up his Russian YAK-52 for May 15 show.

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BY RICHARD YAGER

colorful display of “War Birds and Classics,” coupled with free first flights for students, will mark Armed Forces Day on Saturday, May 15, at Kendall-Tamiami Executive Airport. The “Fly-In Show” is designed to expand activities and interest at the Wings Over Miami Air Museum, located at the far western tip of the SW 128th Street entrance road serving the general aviation airfield off SW 137th Avenue. Pilots from throughout Florida will arrive in a continuing parade of landings and takeoffs to exhibit a variety of aircraft types that also will be parked and

examined on the tarmac area near the museum’s hangar that houses its permanent aviation exhibits. Foreign exotics like the Russianmade Yakovlev (YAK-52), owned by Fred Schafly, a director at the museum, also will be on display, along with a Navy SNJ advanced trainer with a World War II-styled Miss America decorating its nose. A special “Young Eagles Program” will offer free first flights for students, ages 8-17, with advance reservations accepted by email at <youngeagles620@aol.com>. ––––––––––––––––––––––––– See

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Children’s Trust Family Expo free at fairgrounds on May 8

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he Children’s Trust 2010 Family Expo, sponsored by Target, will host its fourth annual free all-day festival to provide parents with direct access to educational, health and social services in a fun and festive atmosphere, on Saturday, May 8, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., at the Miami-Dade County Fair and Expo Center, 10901 Coral Way. Already the largest free event of its kind in the community, with record crowds of more than 25,000 in prior years, the Children’s Trust is accommodating the growing attendance by utilizing both onsite exhibit halls once again. The event features workshops and more than 250 exhibitors showcasing information about summer and after-school programs, injury prevention, vaccinations, programs for children with special needs, pre-kindergarten registration, KidCare and much more. Each hall will have stages packed with entertainment; face painting; balloon sculpture; magicians, and character greeting for children to meet Nickelodeon’s Fairly Odd Parents, the Backyardigans and many popular Disney look-a-like characters from Toy Story, The Lion King and others, including some classic storybook characters. A special reading corner will feature storytelling and free books to take home. The Miami Children’s Museum will operate an elaborate arts and crafts area and the Florida Marlins tent features T-ball and speed pitching practice. The Children’s Trust will give away free gifts to the first 3,000 children. Admission, parking, all activities and

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Honor student gives message to governor BY RICHARD YAGER

and the school’s Fusion dance troupe. She completed her high school studies with Michelle Ruiz gave Florida Gov. Charlie a 6.03 GPA (based on a 4.0 scale) while workCrist “a hug and a message� on Apr. 12. ing outside school with the University of “Pass this test because my life depends Miami in a chemistry research program. She upon it,� she said she told the governor as he recently was chosen as a Ferguson “Silver left a Children’s Week event at Florida State Knight� candidate, an award based on University in Tallahassee before taking scholastic excellence and community service action on the legislation that include programs like threatening to end teacher “Friends through the Arts� tenure. that she has served through “It was very important the Love Hallie Foundation that the bill got vetoed,� to help underprivileged famRuiz after she had a fiveilies appreciate such cultural minute chat before Crist activities. announced his veto deciHer daily commuting to sion. “I wanted to talk to the West Kendall from her home source, just like a lawyer in Doral was the result of her making a good case.� desire to take the special credA student co-organizer of its offered by Ferguson’s the teacher “sick out� seekInternational Baccalaureate ing Crist’s support, the 17program, “exactly the prepayear-old senior at John A. ration I wanted in high school Ferguson Senior High in for college,� she explained. West Kendall has demonFerguson opened its doors Michelle Ruiz strated her efforts in commufive years ago and now ––––––––––––––––––––– nity affairs with a stunning serves more 4,000 students. list of activities that include recognition by “The Baccalaureate curricula focuses on two national organizations. intercultural understanding among students, The Coca-Cola Company selected Ruiz as governments and organizations,� Ruiz one of 253 scholars among 70,000 nationwide added. “I’m not sure yet exactly where my as “extraordinary for resolute commitment to career will take me, although I’m enrolled at studies, their school and community.� Pittsburgh’s Carnegie-Mellon Institute of She also is one of 24 national winners of the Technology in chemical engineering. Nestle “Very Best in Youth� awards, present“But I haven’t made up my mind as yet,� ed to those reflecting “the best and brightest of added Ruiz, who at age 7 came to the U.S. our future leaders,� according to Ken Bentley, with both older and younger sisters from her family’s native city of Quito, Ecuador, and vice president of community affairs. Founder of a non-profit Global Initiative pro- settled in Doral Isles. To top off an outstanding record, Ruiz also gram to help youth-led community action, she also is an officer on Miami-Dade’s Children’s celebrated by becoming a U.S. citizen this Trust Youth Advisory Board, president of spring. Of her community work, Ruiz said, Ferguson High’s “Best Buddies,� vice presi- “Although you start helping something dent of its National Honor Society, member of small, you are an element of what makes a the math, science and English honor societies global revolution — something big.�

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‘Kendall Drive’ never existed

Michael Miller EXECUTIVE EDITOR

AROUND TOWN R e a d e r F red D iam ond wants to correct Department of Public Works spokesman Delfin Molins, recently quoted in this column in reference to what was called “Kendall Drive.” “You can tell him that it DOES NOT EXIST,” declares Fred, noting the road known as North Kendall Drive became “SW 88th Street” once the county began its numerical designation for local roadways. Continues Fred: “There is a road called South Kendall Drive which runs parallel to North Kendall Drive. After WW2, these roads received numbers and South Kendall Drive became SW 104th Street. North Kendall Drive got to be four-laned and paved (while) South Kendall Drive stayed a dirt road and even when paved, remained merely two lanes.

“Those were the boundaries of Mr. Kendall’s property and farm, both of them running from Biscayne Bay to the Everglades,” referencing Trustee Henry John Boughton Kendall, the Englishman who managed the original tract sold to a Florida land company in 1883, as retold by Jean Taylor’s history crediting County Commissioner Dan Killian with naming both roads as the acreage’s northern and southern boundaries. “On an old-time map, both (Kendall Drives) are clearly marked,” adds Fred. “As kids on bicycles, we’d ride through the south side wilderness on South Kendall Drive, way before WWII.” (So there, DPW!) F u r t h e r r eminiscing, East Kendall’s Barry White recalls (North) Kendall Drive being called “the road to nowhere” when there were only horse farms “out west,” adding: Southeast or Southwest, Eighth Street was actually called Eighth Street, not “Calle Ocho.” Anything on SW Eighth Street after 107th Avenue was a rock pit or a farm. Forty-first Street on Miami Beach was actually called Forty-first Street, not Arthur Godfrey Road. No one had ever

heard of Arthur Godfrey! Continues B a r r y: “The major north/south artery for Miami was Seventh Avenue. North of 79th Street, a two-lane rock road all the way to the Broward County line. I-95, the Florida Turnpike and Alligator Alley did not exist. There were only two roads out of Miami to northern destinations, US-1 and Route 27, aka “Road 27.” US-1 was named “Biscayne Boulevard,” becoming “Brickell Avenue” for a short distance south of downtown Miami. As US-1 continued further south, it passed through Homestead and “The Last Chance” saloon, so named as the last sign of civilization until Jewfish Creek, some 35 long miles straight ahead with trillions of mosquitoes along a desolate stretch between Homestead and Jewfish Creek. (You prayed your car would not get a flat tire, break down or run out of gas). Thanks for the memories, guys! F e r ro P roperty, scheduled to come before the County Commission last Wednesday asking Urban Development Boundary movement in West Kendall, was suddenly withdrawn by ex-Commissioner and now Atty.

Miguel Diaz de la Portilla. The 9.9-acre plot was part of the “Kendall Commons” planned housing development at SW 167th Avenue and SW 104th Street, only a few blocks from Baptist’s new WK Hospital, now being completed for opening in 2011. Schools Supt. Alberto Carvalho popped up in a little-publicized “Town Hall” visit with parents at Kendall’s Barnes & Noble April 26 but won’t appear Monday, May 10, at a Kendall Federation of Homeowners Association 7 p.m.meeting at the Kendall Village Center civic pavilion. Someone else will report School District 7 affairs, according to Lawrence Percival, KFHA veep, who tries to keep everyone abreast of such doings. Th o ug h t f or the Day Facts do not cease to exist because they are ignored. — Aldous Huxley

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Is there an oil-slicked beach in Florida’s future? R. Kenneth Bluh KENNETH’S COMMENTARY They say timing in life is everything. It would seem that timing was not on President Obama’s side when he announced that the nation, needing greater oil production, must open up our Florida coasts to oil exploration. It seems like it was only days after he made the announcement that the disastrous explosion aboard the oilrig off the Louisiana coast killed (as of the date of this writing) 11 workers and is spilling thousands of barrels of oil into the Gulf of Mexico. This is an old battle. Florida, with our massive tourist-based economy, has been fighting the prospect of oil drilling off the coast as long as I can remember. I wrote a column a number of years ago suggesting that if oil drilling platforms off our coast were inevitable, then we should fasten fake giant aluminum palm fronds on top of

–– VIEWPOINT –– the rigs, suggesting that humongous tropical trees grew off our coast. At first we were told that the Louisiana oilrig disaster was spill proof. We were told that the rig would stand and the feared collapse into the sea was not going to happen. We were told that the prospect of an oil spill was not going to occur as the “new” rigs were designed to prevent such a tragedy. Now the Coast Guard is saying, “…this is a very serious spill, absolutely.” The Coast Guard and the oil-drilling company officials are estimating that 1,000 barrels of oil are leaking each day heading toward the Louisiana coast. The rainbow-colored sheen of oil stretches hundreds of square milles about 25 times larger than it appeared to be a day earlier. Remember, the rig in Louisiana was 50 miles offshore. If the same rig were built

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50 miles off Miami Beach and there was a similar disaster, the oil slick would be within 30 miles of our beaches. And, that is only the first day after the spill. Adding 40,000 barrels a day to the spill we would soon find our beaches black, slick and stinking. Who would clean up the mess? Who would pay for the clean up? How long would it take? Would conventions make last minute location switches to other cities? Would our tourists, realizing that they would be staying in a hotel within feet of a stinking beach, elect to go to the Jamaica, Puerto Rico or Mexico? I’ll bet you they would. There aren’t any guarantees that an oilrig disaster will not happen. Modern engineering minimizes such a failure. But, it cannot be 100 percent ruled out. Can Florida, so heavily dependent

upon tourism, take that chance? I do not think so. We must make sure that drilling off our coast never happens. Besides, the benefits are years away and we as a nation are making every effort to minimize our dependency on oil. Perhaps the demands for oil in the future will not even require that we sink oil-drilling platforms off our coasts. Here’s something to think about: What would a hurricane do to a platform off our coast? We appreciate your opinions on this column whether in agreement or disagreement. Please send your comments to (fax number) 305-662-6980 or email to <letters@communitynewspapers.com>. The opinions expressed in this column are not necessarily those of this newspaper, its editors or publisher.

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Latest numbers indicate area tourism improving Al Sunshine 4 YOUR MONEY Tourism remains our biggest economic engine and it looks like that engine is starting to get cranked up again. It all started with decent New Year’s bookings and picked up strength through January and February with the Pro Bowl and Super Bowl. The South Beach Food and Wine Festival also helped keep local bookings strong. The latest first-quarter national numbers show local tourism not only is improving, but that we now are one of the strongest tourism destinations in the country. At Miami International Airport, some workers say they definitely are seeing more business than last April. I recently spoke with a local travel manager who helps book corporate and bulk travel deals. She told me, “It’s been a better year than 2009. I think it’s improving and hopefully will continue to grow.” In fact, Port of Miami cruise passenger numbers have increased by over 20 percent. In addition, in the first quarter of 2010, hotel room occupancy in Miami-Dade stood at almost 78 percent and that is one of the best rates in the country. Overall, room

occupancy grew by almost 10 percent over this period last year. Room rates are starting to climb again, a sign of growing demand. Foreign tourism in particular remains strong, aided by the international economic recovery. Favorable exchange rates, local promotions and improving global stock markets are helping us too. However, some airport workers say they’re still feeling the effects of the recession and they worry about a possible slowdown during the spring and summer months. With so many hotels and resorts surrounding the area, the March numbers for Miami’s leisure and hospitality industry showed that employment had reached 98.6 percent. In comparing February to March, this number reflects the largest increase in jobs on a monthly basis, meaning an increase in jobs for locals and also in the numbers of people starting to once again enjoy traveling and leisure. Our summer months are prime time for the cruise business and come at the height of Europe’s holiday season. And when I recently went down to the Keys, I saw good crowds and very few bargains. Those are all good signs for the local economy. Maybe some local businesses will start seeing enough improvements in their bottom lines to start hiring again. And that will go a long way to energizing our local recovery.

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Local students recognized at Student Day Honors Recital BY LISA MORALES

can be approached as a skill on a par with technical skills like scales Music students from throughout and arpeggios,” said Zelda Jensen, Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm District VI Student Day chair. “It Beach counties performed during helps towards making them more the Florida State Music Teachers self sufficient as pianists. They Association District VI Student should be better equipped to tackle Day Honors Recital at the any music score whenever the University of Miami’s Clarke demand arises, whether in their Recital Hall on Sunday, Apr. 18. high school band or in college, and This achievement resulted from without aid from teacher or iPod.” an intensive evaluation conducted Jonathan Lau has been studying at the University’s Frost School of with Deborah Sanchez for two Music the week before. More than years. He admires his older brother 150 students were tested in three who also plays piano and says, main areas — performance audi“Music makes me happy.” tion, written and aural theory. David Antonevich has been Levels of difficulty range from studying for three and a half years Primary through college preparawith Neusa Kervel. Practicing tory Level 12. Over 105 piano and piano is a serious endeavor for voice students received both David, his twin brother, Leo, and Keyboard Skills and Performance older sister, Sarah. Their dedication Honors in their auditions making is clearly demonstrated in each of David Antonevich Jonathan Lau them eligible to perform at their performances. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Honors Recital. Florida State Music Teachers Students receiving a sight-reading bonus and Jonathan Lau, a fourth grade student at ued in the field of music education and Association is an organization with mempoint on their performance evaluation Ludlam Elementary in South Miami, won requires a student to read and play music bers professionally engaged in the teaching score were able to compete for a special respectively in Category 1 (Grades 1 and 2) “at first sight.” of music in Florida. For more information “I am so pleased that teachers are mak- on District VI Miami MTA, visit award. Winners David Antonevich, a first and Category 2 (Grades 3 to 5). Sight-readgrade student at Coral Gables Elementary, ing in music is an ability that is highly val- ing their students aware that sight-reading <www.miamimta.org>.

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Dadeland Mall to host ‘Outsider Art’ exhibition BY ASHLEY SUGARMAN

Dadeland Mall will host South Florida’s first “Art of Giving: Outsider Art” exhibition, in association with Faye Clark’s New Horizons, which will display original artworks created by persons with disabilities. The art will be for sale throughout the mall on Sunday, May 16, from noon to 7 p.m. Dadeland Mall’s “The Art of Giving: Outsider Art” will welcome shoppers to get an up-close and personal look at outsider art and meet a collection of artists who use art as healing therapy and an expression of their life challenges. Outsider Art, known in Europe by its French name Art Brut, is recognized as art produced by those isolated from society, with little or no contact with the mainstream art world or art institutions. “Dadeland Mall is the perfect backdrop to showcase works of art created by local artists with disabilities, proving that art can interpret many different meanings and speak to each person differently,” said Ozzie Dominguez, general manager of Dadeland Mall. “We are proud to not only provide a great shopping and dining experience for the Miami community, but to also take part in raising awareness for important organizations throughout South Florida.” Dadeland Mall and Faye Clark’s New Horizons have joined together to create this event to raise awareness and shed light on the importance of programs that empower individuals with developmental disabilities to require and maintain a lifestyle of independence. Joining Faye Clark’s

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as Sunrise Community, Emily C. Moises ADT and others. Faye Clark’s New Horizons is a private non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that provides persons with developmental disabilities the knowledge and practical experience to become independent adults and contributing members of the community. All programs provided offer individuals with disabilities the avenues to explore and experience personal growth and achievement through awareness, education, community resources and personal relationships. “We applaud Dadeland Mall for allowing us to give people with disabilities center stage to showcase their artistic talents,” said Ed Aldama, executive director of Faye Clark’s New Horizons. “‘The Art of Giving: Outsider Art’ is sure to be a therapeutic opportunity, as well as a personal triumph for each artist.” To receive more information about Dadeland Mall’s “The Art of Giving,” contact Renee Lanzara at 305-6656227 or visit online at <www.simon.com>. Dadeland Mall, Miami’s premier, fashion-forward shopping destination, is anchored by Florida’s largest Macy’s, as well as Macy’s Home Gallery & Kids, Saks Fifth Avenue, JCPenney, Nordstrom, and the country’s largest The Limited and Express. Dadeland, which also features over 185 specialty stores, is located at 7535 N. Kendall Dr., between the Palmetto Expressway (SR 826) and S. Dixie Highway (US 1). For more information on Dadeland Mall, contact Dadeland Mall at 305-665-6226 or visit online at <www.simon.com>.

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New mindfulness meditation studio opens in South Miami BY RICHARD MURRY

Based upon the guiding principle that by increasing awareness individuals can become more connected to their daily lives, Mindfultime, a new mindfulness meditation studio, has opened in South Miami. Mindfulness meditation teaches the participant to live in — and be aware of — the present moment by focusing concentration on many aspects of an individual’s experience. Meditation at Mindfultime uses a secular approach, as opposed to a religion-based approach, thereby opening the opportunity for participation of people from all faiths. Meditation coach Alice Lash founded Mindfultime recognizing the need and the opportunity to bring mindfulness meditation to over-stressed and timeAlice Lash is pictured inside her Mindfultime studio in South crunched Miamians. “By intentionally paying atten- Miami. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– tion to the present moment mindfulness meditation teaches how “Mindfulness is already within us,” she to relate directly to whatever is happening added. “The key is learning how to cultiand how to connect more fully with one’s vate it and bring it into the flow of everyinner self,” Lash said. day life.” “Often times, external factors such as our Lash began her professional career as an jobs, our families, our countless responsi- attorney at a large South Florida law firm. bilities can certainly have a negative impact She has served on the executive boards of on our well-being,” she said. “By practic- several non-profit organizations and has ing mindfulness meditation, we learn to devoted substantial time to volunteer manage life better and reduce the physical activities. and emotional stresses of these external She began practicing mindfulness medifactors.” tation in 2003 as a way to reduce stress and Scientific studies support the positive help her balance work and family life. Lash benefits of mindfulness meditation prac- has obtained training in teaching mindfultice. These benefits include relieving anxi- ness meditation through the Residential ety, worry or depression in order to suc- Training Retreat for Professionals, taught cessfully elevate a sense of well-being, by Drs. Jon Kabat-Zinn and Saki Santorelli Lash said. Additionally, mindfulness medi- of the University of Massachusetts Medical tation can increase self-awareness, self- School’s Center for Mindfulness. trust, and self-acceptance; enhance one’s Mindfultime is located at 7800 Red Rd., appreciation of life; help cope with adversi- Suite 207B, in South Miami. Guided group ties; improve concentration, and even posi- classes, individual sessions and special tively affect the physical body. workshops are now available. Ultimately, mindfulness meditation cultiFor more information, including class vates a state of “being” rather than “doing” schedules and rates, visit online at in which participants pay attention to the <www.mindfultime.com>, send email to present moment, rather than to the past, the <alice@mindfultime.com>, or call 305future, “what ifs,” or other distractions. 761-5001.

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Talking to Lawyers: 101 By Michelle Estlund, Criminall Defensee Attorney It may seem that a conversation with one’s attorney needs no special instruction, but some preparation for that conversation is usually in order, and we are an unusual bunch. Clients have very specific reasons for contacting attorneys, whether it is for initial hiring purposes, or later for a case update. Either way, it is worth the few minutes it takes to get focused on the meeting and prepare some notes. When preparing, keep in mind a few things about speaking with attorneys. First, attorneys are objective-driven, and will likely hone in on legal issues, factual determination, and overall case analysis. Even though many legal matters are emotionally involved for clients, and the attorney may be sympathetic, the client’s money and time with a lawyer are best spent focusing on facts and legal questions rather than the emotional issues. Take notes while you are there, so that if you do become upset, you can remember the conversation when you are home and calmer. Second, understand that there is a reason for seemingly prying, nosy questions. Most of us

are information-seekers by nature, and we can have an aggressive style of gaining information out of sheer habit. In our efforts to obtain information and reach a goal, attorneys sometimes communicate differently from others. Also, we know that every person who walks in the door is not necessarily going to hire us. Some people need only a consultation; others will consult with several attorneys before deciding on representation; still others need representation for a limited or specific matter on a case. If the client is honest about his or her legal needs, the attorney is better able to tailor the discussion to suit the client’s needs. A meeting is much more efficient if the attorney knows exactly what the client needs and is able to either meet that need or offer other options. Finally, we don’t like surprises in our cases. The sooner we have information, the better. The worst thing to do is to save bad information until later in the case, when a defense has been built, or a resolution has been proposed, or a strategy has been set in place. The more informed we are, the better able to help resolve a legal matter we will be. Michelle Estlund is a criminal defense attorney practicing in Florida since 1995. She can be reached at 305-448-0077. For more information go to <www.estlundlaw.com>.

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Miami-Dade WASD releases 2009 Water Quality Report In recognition of National Drinking Water Week, which is May 2-8, the Miami Dade Water and Sewer Department (WASD) has released its 2009 Water Quality Report, also known as the Consumer Confidence Report, or CCR. WASD director John Renfrow, PE, encourages customers to read the CCR, which they should have receive in the mail. The CCR also is available online at <www.miamidade.gov/wasd/report_water_q uality.asp>. Every water utility agency in the United States is required by the USEPA to produce an annual CCR and distribute a copy to each of its billed customers by July 1. COLONIAL DRIVE ELEMENTARY SCHEDULES ‘FAMILY FUN DAY’ Colonial Drive Elementary School will have a “Community Family Fun Day” on the school’s grounds, 10755 SW 160 St., on May 15, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The community is invited to come and enjoy fun for the whole family. There will be games, vendors, raffles, auctions, food, bounce house, slide and more. Tickets will be sold for some activities. For more information, contact PTA president Salinda Thurman at 305-238-2392.

‘CRUISE FOR CRITTERS’ MOTORCYCLE RIDE TO BENEFIT ANIMAL SERVICES You can help shelter animals by participating in the “Cruise for Critters” motorcycle ride on Sunday, May 16. The police-escored ride to benefit MiamiDade Animal Services will depart from the Miami-Dade Animal Services Shelter, 7401 NW 74 St. in Medley, and later arrive at Scotty’s Landing, 3381 Pan American Dr. in Coconut Grove (next to City Hall). All bike riders and passengers must sign in between 9 and 10 a.m. at the Animal Services Shelter. Non-riders can meet at Scotty’s Landing Restaurant around 11:30 a.m. There will be pets for adoption, live band, auction and lots of fun. Donations are $20 per bike. All contributions will benefit the Miami-Dade Animal Services Trust Fund. For information, contact Aileen Sanchez at 305-884-1102, ext. 244; send email to <asanchez@miamidade.gov> or visit online at <www.miamidade.gov/animals>. ALHAMBRA ORCHESTRA TO PRESENT FREE SYMPHONY CONCERT, MAY 23 Alhambra Orchestra, led by eminent Latin American guest conductor Carlos Riazuelo, who is well known to Miami audiences, will

COMMUNITY NEWS BRIEFS present a free symphony concert on Sunday, May 23, 7:30 p.m., at Ransom Everglades School, 3575 Main Hwy. in Coconut Grove. Maestro Riazuelo’s former FIU colleague, popular clarinetist Paul Green is featured in Mozart’s Clarinet Concerto. The program will open with the Egmont Overture by Beethoven, conducted by the University of Miami rising star Zoe Zeniodi, and will conclude with Dvorak’s masterpiece, Symphony No. 9 “From the New World.” Reservations aren’t necessary, but large groups should call ahead. For information, call 305-668-9260 or visit online at <www.alhambramusic.org>.

8900 N. Kendall Dr. Child psychologist Gary Lancelotta, PhD, will talk about images of manhood in the media and how they affect your child, cultural factors that encourage violence, especially school violence and stereotypes of masculinity. The presentation will help parents understand why boys behave the way they do, issues related to aggression, temperament and sexuality, and the role of sports in raising boys, among other things. The fee for this program, which is not intended for children, is $5 and must be paid in advance. To reserve your space and make your payment, call 786-596-3812.

‘RAISING BOYS’ SUBJECT OF B.C.H. PARENT PRESENTATION Learn more about why boys behave the way they do at Baptist Children’s Hospital’s next community parenting program, “Raising Boys,” on Thursday, May 27, from 7 to 9 p.m., in the auditorium at the hospital,

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Neurofeedback: Alternative ADHD Treatment

Can neurofeedback really help your child? What you need to know about this ADHD treatment.

Ralph was diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADD ADHD) in first grade. While his behavior improved somewhat with medication, he experienced some side effects that his parents considered unacceptable. “I would not care about anything”, says Ralph, now 16. His parents stopped the meds, and Ralph began behaving aggressively toward his parents, friends, even his dog. His mother turned to neurofeedback, a treatment that uses brain exercises to reduce impulsivity and increase attentiveness, as her last hope.

After several sessions, Ralph’s attention, grades and behavior improved. One year later, Ralph’s gains are holding while he continues receiving neurofeedback training and exercises during stressful periods. Every year, parents like Ralph’s, seek out therapies for their ADHD children because medication and other conventional therapies have stopped working (or never worked), have produced unwelcome side effects, or, most commonly, doesn’t manage all the symptoms of the condition. While sessions are painless, they are expensive. The average course of treatment can range from $2,000 to $5,000. One promising aspect of neurofeedback is that its benefits seem to remain after the treatment is ended. Neurofeedback is based on a simple principle. “The brain emits different types of waves, depending on whether we are in a focused state or day-dreaming,” explains Siegfried Othmer, Ph.D., chief scientist at the EEG Institute in Woodland Hills, California. The goal of neurofeedback is to teach the patient to produce the brain-wave patterns associated with focus. The result: Some symptoms of ADHD — impulsivity, distractibility, and acting out — diminish.

Some parents tried well-researched therapies first and found that they weren’t the total solution for their child. Ralph’s parents added EEG Neurofeedback when the drugs alone didn’t control his impulsive behavior or his emotions. After Ralph received six months of neurofeedback, his teacher reports that he is now more focused and rarely gets frustrated. “For the first time in his life,” says his mom, “he feels good about himself.” Neurofeedback, also known as EEG Biofeedback or Neurotherapy, is a ground breaking technique that challenges the brain to better function. This powerful brain-based technique has been successfully helping clients around the world for over 30 years. It is a non invasive procedure with dramatic results for a multitude of symptoms and conditions. “Think of Neurofeedback as a personal training session for the brain,” states William Mustelier, a Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Psychotherapist, and Founder of the Miami Institute of Training and Neurofeedback in Coral Gables. “Training the brain to function at its maximum potential is similar to the way the body is exercised, toned and maintained. Brain training exer-

cises the neural pathways that allow the brain to have better function in a variety of areas.” Individuals of any age can benefit from Neurofeedback training. Neurofeedback can help a variety of childhood problems including bedwetting, nightmares, attention deficits and other forms of disrupting and disturbing behaviors. Neurofeedback can assist individuals who might struggle with anxiety and depression, or drug and alcohol use. Did You Know? Neurofeedback is one of the vital tools used by major sports teams, Olympic champions and highly motivated and productive individuals to achieve peak performance. Several Fortune 500 companies (e.g. Hillenbrand) use neurofeedback peak performance training as part of their leadership development program. NASA trains astronauts with EEG Biofeedback to improve attention and alertness. The US Olympic Team trains athletes with general biofeedback and EEG biofeedback to improve performance For more information, please contact The Miami Institute of Training and Neurofeedback at 305-448-5111 or at their website, www.braintrainingservices.com

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Fishing Classic on Saturday, June 5, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., casting off at all six MiamiDade Parks’ marinas and the Miami Outboard Club. The Blue Water Fishing Classic, presented by Haulover Marine Center, is an annual fishing tournament for amateur, professional and junior anglers offering a total of $30,000 in cash and prizes for the team with the largest combined weight of the three largest fish within the species of dolphin, wahoo, black-fin tuna and kingfish. Each participating marina will have a first place, second place, third place and junior angler winner and many other prizes. Tournament festivities kick off on Thursday, June 3, with a Captain’s Party with dinner and open bar. The competition will be two days later. On Sunday, June 6, winners will receive their prizes at an award ceremony that includes dinner. The entry fee is $350 per boat by June 1 and $400 up to the day of the tournament. On that day, participating boats must check into their marina by 7 a.m. Boats must remain in U.S. waters and IGFA rules apply. All fish caught must meet local, state and federal regulations. Scales open at 2 p.m. and close by 5 p.m. For information or to register, call Mary

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Three-year-old pre-school students at Bet Breira School enjoyed learning all about water from “D rop,” the Miami-Dade County water conservation mascot. Pictured (l-r) are Miriam Amster, Max Fink, Dylan Tucker, Jacob Shaham, Reese Rosenthal, Tyler Marcus, Kaitlyn DiMaio, Benjamin Hoo, Danielle Rice and Evan Viener. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– BY LEE STEPHENS

Students at Bet Breira School in Kendall learned about the importance of water conservation during a recent visit from a very special guest, “D rop,’ Miami-Dade County’s new public outreach mascot for water conservation. Bet Breira was the first school visited by the newly unveiled mascot, who will travel around the county educating young people on the many ways they can conserve water. “Our students and teachers were excited to meet ‘D rop’ and to realize the importance of protecting South Florida’s natural water resources — especially as we prepare to honor Earth Day,” said Judith Rose, Bet Breira School director. Students learned about the role of the Everglades in their lives, why it is important

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Abused, neglected children in Miami-Dade underserved BY ROBERT HAMILTON

There are approximately 2,600 children in Miami-Dade County who have been so abused and neglected that they have been removed from their homes and placed into foster care. Their fate will be decided in dependency court proceedings, where everyone is represented by an attorney — everyone except the children. The solution for that problem, according to Nelson F. Hincapie, president and CEO of Voices For Children Foundation, is to make sure every child is assigned a Guardian Ad Litem by the court. Guardians Ad Litem are trained volunteers whose role is to make sure children are not lost in an overburdened legal and social service system or languish in an inappropriate home or shelter. The Guardian gathers information through regular visits with the child and interviews with others, attends hearings on the child’s behalf, and makes recommendations to the judge. Currently, about 85 percent of MiamiDade’s foster care children are represented, which means that 15 percent, or some 390 children, do not have a voice in court. The non-profit Voices For Children Foundation is making a push during April, which is National Child Abuse Prevention Month, to encourage concerned citizens in Miami-Dade County to help rectify this situation. “Anyone can help these children in

need,� Hincapie said. “If they can donate time, volunteers are needed to protect and represent the best interests of these children. If they can donate money, we can provide funding to the Guardian Ad Litem program to ensure every child’s right to a safe and permanent home is protected. “Fifteen percent still are not represented by a Guardian Ad Litem — that’s too high a number. We believe every child in foster care should be represented; every child should have a chance for a happy and stable future.� The State of Florida requires that the interests of every abused, abandoned and neglected child be represented by a Guardian Ad Litem. However, the Guardian Ad Litem program does not receive adequate public funding. That’s where Voices For Children helps. Voices For Children Foundation was created to help fill the gap by providing funding and support to Miami-Dade County’s Guardian Ad Litem program. The nationally respected 11th Judicial Circuit Guardian Ad Litem program is the largest in Florida, serving one of the largest urban populations of child abuse, abandonment, and neglect in the country. Miami-Dade residents who want to help these abused, neglected or abandoned children can volunteer their time, or contribute to Voices For Children. More information is available at the Voices For Children Foundation website at <www.voices4.org> or by calling 305-324-5678.

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Cancer survivors to hear pet tales at SMH, May 16 BY PHYLLIS TEITELBAUM

Cancer survivors and their loved ones will learn how the companionship and affection of pets can nurture them in ways that nothing else can during Cancer Survivors Day on Sunday, May 16. The free event will run from 1 to 3 p.m. at South Miami Hospital’s Clarke Education Center, S. Dixie Highway (US 1) and SW 62nd Avenue. Pet therapy dog handlers and their furry friends will be on hand to discuss how their visits give an emotional boost to hospitalized cancer patients. And, Beth Ruhmann, Arts in Healthcare Supervisor at South Miami Hospital, will provide information on the many benefits of pets. “Research is proving that it doesn’t matter what type of pet it is to derive a benefit, just as long as the animal is of interest to the patient,” said Ruhmann, who supervises the pet therapy program at South Miami Hospital. “Studies show that contact with pets reduces anxiety and lowers blood pressure and heart rate. The animals’ unconditional love and affection can increase morale and feelings of well-being.” Cancer survivors, their families and friends are invited to this uplifting event sponsored by the Baptist-South Miami Regional Cancer Program. A light lunch will be served. The event is free, but reservations are required. Call 786-596-2871 by Wednesday, May 12. Attendees are encouraged to bring a photo of a favorite past or present pet for

Sukie, a Shetland sheepdog, will be among the many pet therapy dogs at the event. (Photo courtesy Baptist Health South Florida) –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

a “Pet Pin-up” display. Those attending also can share stories about how their four-legged friends helped them cope with illness. The Baptist-South Miami Regional Cancer Program is part of Baptist Health South Florida, the largest, faith-based, notfor-profit healthcare organization in the region. Cancer services are offered at Baptist, Baptist Children’s and South Miami Hospitals. Baptist Health also includes Homestead Hospital, Mariners Hospital, Doctors Hospital, Baptist Cardiac & Vascular Institute, and Baptist Outpatient Services.

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A new charitable project called Color Us Well showed patients at local children’s hospitals how to get creative, get inspired and get well. Uniting local artists, Color Us Well put together coloring books, featuring original artwork from some of the area’s most celebrated creative minds like Jose Bedia, Carlos Luna and Ferdie Pacheco. The acclaimed, emerging, and young talents involved, all designed a coloring book page with their unique style and message of hope, advocating that art can heal. More than 200 books where donated during Color Us Well Days to Joe DiMaggio and Miami Children’s hospitals. To celebrate the artists and those who participated in touching the lives of hundreds of young patients, Color Us Well will host a commemorative event on May 13, from 6:30-9:30 p.m., at the Viceroy Hotel’s Club 50. Artist appearances, a live interactive painting by John DeFaro, and a charity

art auction are all in store for the attendees. To further the cause of helping children in need, all proceeds from the event, including the $10 entry donation, will benefit the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Norwegian Cruise Line has donated a four-day Bahamas cruise as the grand raffle prize, a top-notch item guaranteed to generate excitement and additional donations to the cause. Club 50 will give the first 50 guests a complimentary drink in addition to drink specials for the evening. RSVP is suggested at <info@coloruswell.com>. Inspired to give back to the community through taking a Landmark Education course, entrepreneur and graphic designer Elyssa Renert founded Color Us Well. In addition to supporting the local arts community, Jill Ruddy joined forces and expanded the project by including artwork created from children in South Florida. For more information about the project and artists involved, visit online at <www.coloruswell.com>.

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Interval International employees join in Community Service Day

Gabriela Nuñez and Blake Roberts are pictured at the Fruit and Spice Park during Interval International’s ninth annual Community Service Day. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– BY CHRIS BOESCH

Nearly 90 Interval International employees recently participated in the company’s ninth annual Community Service Day benefiting the Miami-Dade County Fruit and Spice Park, the only tropical botanical garden of its kind in the United States. The project aligns with the company’s objective to support environmental or “green” initiatives in the community. The 37-acre subtropical paradise, nestled in the heart of the historic Redland community, hosts more than 500 varieties of rare fruits, vegetables, herbs, spices, nuts and other commercially important plant specimens from around the world. Among them are 80 varieties of bananas, 70 of bamboo, 40 of grapes, 50 of mangoes, 15 of jackfruit trees, and numerous other exotic edibles.

Volunteers participated in multiple landscaping activities throughout the park to help maintain various exhibit areas, including trimming overgrown trees and shrubs, planting new trees, and spreading mulch. They also had the opportunity to learn about and sample some of the exotic fruits, herbs and spices grown in the park during the walking tour and the presentation regarding how plants are used in the everyday world. Interval International operates membership programs for vacationers and provides value-added services to its developer clients worldwide. Based in the South Miami-Kendall area, the company has been a pioneer and innovator in serving the vacation ownership market for more than 34 years. Today, Interval has an exchange network of more than 2,500 resorts in over 75 nations.

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ALS Recovery Fund sponsoring annual 10K Run, 5K Run/Walk BY LEE STEPHENS

The ALS Recovery Fund will sponsor the ninth annual Lou Gehrig’s Disease 10K Run and 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, May 8, beginning at 7:30 a.m., at 3500 Pan American Dr. in Coconut Grove (next to Miami City Hall). Advance registration (through May 7) is $25 per person and $10 for children 14 and under. Same-day registration is $30. Online registration is open through May 7 at <www.alsrecovery.org>. The course will follow S. Bayshore Drive from Dinner Key, down to Main Highway through the scenic streets of Coconut Grove and then loop back to the starting point. The top finishers overall and for several age categories will receive awards during a ceremony at a party immediately following the race. The top individual fundraiser will win a four-day, three-night trip for two adults to Sandals Resort. The runner up will win a fourday, three-night trip for two adults to Beaches Resorts. The top fundraising team will win a celebration dinner at the Capital Grille. There also are individual incentive prizes for

achieving certain fundraising levels. Each individual raising a minimum of $100 will be entered into a drawing to win a three-day, twonight stay at the Reach Resort in Key West. Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig’s Disease, is a fatal neuromuscular disease first discovered in 1869. The average life expectancy after diagnosis is two to five years. Those who live long enough will eventually become totally paralyzed, losing the ability to eat, talk, breathe and care for themselves. There is no known cause or cure. The ALS Recovery Fund, a grassroots notfor-profit organization run entirely by volunteers, is committed to creating public awareness, promoting research and education, and raising funds for patient care and research in order to find a cure for this life threatening disease. Proceeds from the race also will be used to further the quality of patient care for ALS patients living in South Florida and continue to fund a $1 million endowed chair for ALS research at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. For details, visit <www.alsrecovery.org> or send email to <info@alsrecovery.org>.

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Miami Music Club members continue 90-year tradition BY TRACY ELLYN

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For 90 years, its lively membership has been comprised of composers, performers, teachers, music professionals and music lovers. Its activities have included concerts, competitions, galas and monthly meetings. The club’s philanthropy has resulted in scholarship money for young musicians, and its founding member was none other than composer Mana-Zucca, who settled in Miami and brought musical talents from around the world to perform in her home, which was dubbed “The Carnegie Hall of the South.” The Miami Music Club was founded in 1920 for the express purpose of distributing scholarship money to young, talented musicians on a career path. While many of its original members have passed on, its enrollment continues as fresh faces of all ages become members. President Ana Rodriguez was a Miami Music Club scholarship recipient, and is excited to be giving back to the club that gave her so much. She and Dr. Laura Keith, vice president, are busy performing concerts, holding competitions and increasing enrollment. The Miami Music Club will host its fundraiser, the Annual Gala 2010, on May 12, 1 p.m., at the Steinway Piano Gallery in Coral Gables. Ana Rodriguez and Laura Keith will perform selected one piano-four handspieces, some of which are quite rare. Composers include Shubert, Chopin, Dvorak, Cervantes, Saint-Saens and Barber, who is included in honor of the centennial year of Barber’s birth. The Chopin piece, Variations in D Major, Opus Posthumous, is the only composition he wrote for one piano-four hands, and is so rare that it had to be ordered from Poland because no publisher in the United States distributes it. The Annual Gala 2010 will include a catered lunch and drinks. The cost is $35, and the money goes directly to the Miami Music Club’s scholarship fund. The event is open to the public. Appropriate business attire is requested. Part of the enthusiasm Ana Rodriguez feels for this historic club is due to the scholarship money members once awarded her. She went on to earn her Master of Music degree from the Mannes College of Music. This Cuban-American pianist specializes in Latin American music, and has performed extensively in concerts and recitals

Laura Keith and Ana Rodriguez will perform at the Miami Music Club fundraiser on May 12. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

in Europe, Mexico, Canada and the United States. She has been presented in prestigious concert halls, including Carnegie’s Recital Hall and Merkin Recital Hall, and has been televised and broadcast on radio in New York and Mexico. Rodriguez also has received several prestigious awards, including the Puerto Rican Cultural Association’s Emilia Conde Award for young talent, Artist International Special Presentation Award in Carnegie’s Recital Hall, and Artist International Alumni Award in Merkin Recital Hall. She also was seen and heard in the movie Fourhand, where she plays solo and chamber music. Laura Keith received her doctorate in Piano Performance and Pedagogy from the University of Miami. The subject of her dissertation was Mana-Zucca, a child prodigy, pianist and composer who was integral in bringing classical music to Miami in the 1920s. Dr. Keith has maintained a piano studio for many years and is the vice president of the Miami Music Teachers Association, as well as vice president of the Miami Music Club. Her students range in age from 3 to adult. Dr. Keith recently gave a lecture recital in Portland, OR, at the National College Music Society Conference, and performed in the Miami Civic Music Piano Gala Concert at UM’s Gusman Hall. For more information on the Miami Music Club and membership opportunities, visit online at <www.themiamimusicclub.org>.

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Cauley Square to celebrate ‘Meditation Garden’ opening BY SHERRY H. MILLER

Chicken, Sirloin Steak Grill, Chicken Alfredo, Tilapia and Sautéed Beef Loin. Cauley Square Historic Railroad Village Daily Specials are served Mondayhas long been acclaimed as one of the Friday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., with free deliverarea’s most beautiful and natural retreats ies for three or more orders. with some 10 acres of environmentally preSpecial Mother’s Day menus will be served acreage and more than two dozen served in the Village Chalet after 5 p.m. on cottage shops built originally in 1903 by Friday, May 7; Saturday, May 8, and Henry Flagler’s Florida East Coast served all day on Sunday, May 9. Railroad. Mother’s Day menus include at the This Mother’s Day, Cauley Square Village Chalet entrees of Prime Rib Au Jus, Village invites families to Salmon Provencal, come and stroll together Chicken Florentine, through the newly landCheese Tortellini Pasta This Mother’s Day, scaped gardens, named plus appetizers, soup, appropriately “Meditation salad and desserts that Cauley Square Village Garden,” as they are overinclude Chocolate Rum invites families to flowing with flowers, Cake, Strawberry Short plants, lush tropical Cake and Crème Bruleé. come and stroll foliage, natural white coral Mother’s Day at the together through the rock and more. world famous Tea Room The Meditation Garden Restaurant features newly landscaped is the inspiration of Homemade Meatloaf, gardens, named owner/operator Frances Roast Turkey, Baked Varela whose professional Honey Ham, Stuffed appropriately background includes conAvocado Salad, Tropical “Meditation Garden.” struction and property Chicken Salad, Spinach management. Quiche, Bacon Quiche and “This is my way of Crab Quiche. Appetizers thanking God for all my blessings here at include French Onion, Tomato Bisque, and Cauley Square Village,” said Varela, who Clam Chowder or Gazpacho soups. Tea Room Mother’s Day dinner entrées takes special pride in the newly landscaped are priced at under $13.95 per person plus garden. “The village is so peaceful and serene, tax and tip. Dining and private catering reservations and just walking around, admiring the plants and flowers and the natural wildlife may be made direct to Chef Noel at 305or the birds singing has been a great inspi- 878-1410 or 305-258-8900. Live entertainment takes place at the ration to everyone who works or visits Village Chalet every Saturday Night and Cauley Square,” Varela continued. The cottage shops surrounding the every second Friday, 7 to 11 p.m., starring Meditation Garden are special interest Kim Bankston headliner with the New havens for collectors of art and artifact, International Platters. Cauley Square Historic Railroad Village antiques and collectibles, aquariums and a new spiritual accessories cottage with reli- is a natural setting for weddings, parties and gious books, gift shop and favors for all events and the new Meditation Garden prooccasions from Baptisms to Communion to vides an even more spectacular and dramatic setting for photography of memorable Quinces to Bridal and Baby Showers. Truly offering something for everyone, moments in a family’s lives or for profesthe family friendly village also is home to sional locations, available by reservation. There are no cover charges at Cauley the world famous Tea Room and Village Chalet restaurants open daily seven days a Square Village and entry is free to the public as well as free parking. The village and week. Chef Noel and his experts in the field of restaurants are open seven days a week; fine dining serve daily specials at the cottage shops closed on Mondays. Cauley Square Historic Railroad Village Village Chalet priced economically at $9.95 per person plus tax and tip and is located at 22400 Old Dixie Hwy. in include entrée special, soup or salad and Goulds. Take S. Dixie Highway to 224th Street. For more information, call the coffee, tea or lemonade beverages. The daily specials include Chicken administrative offices at 305-258-3543 or Parmesan with Pasta, Lemon Seared go online to <www.cauleysquare.com>.

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The net is never neutral

BY DR. MARK A. JAMISON AND DR. JANICE HAUGE* Dumb is better? That is what net neutrality advocates would have us believe. Their basic belief is that broadband networks should be pipes that indifferently pass information packets from one location to another, allowing content providers and customers equal opportunity to do whatever they want. Who could be against that? People interested in innovation and customer welfare. Remember Al Gore calling the Internet the Information Super Highway? The metaphor wasn’t and isn’t perfect, but it is instructive. Suppose we applied net neutrality to our transportation system – there would be no high occupancy vehicle lanes during rush hour, no car only lanes on interstates, and no toll road as an alternative to I-95 in South Florida. Transportation would be more costly and provide less value. Forcing net neutrality would have similar results. Time sensitive information, such as stock market transactions, would wait in line behind football game highlights. Financial dealings that would benefit from extra security would be given no better treatment than a Twitter from Taylor Swift’s E! interview. If you are thinking that it sounds like net neutrality restricts innovation and hurts customers, you’re right. Our research has shown that net neutrality limits innovation, contrary to the claims of the net neutrality proponents. How can this be? Imagine a one dimensional network – one that does noth-

ing but carry information from point to point, which is how the old Internet has worked. What kinds of content providers flourish in that context? Those big enough to distribute their software across the net and those whose software takes advantage of the great bandwidth that they don’t have to pay for. Now suppose that the network can offer enhancements that improve customers’ experiences. Content providers whose sites would not benefit from such enhancements could ignore the offering. But there will be some content providers who could improve their services by buying the enhancements, such as priority packet delivery. These sites become better without net neutrality and offer customers more service. In other words, there is more innovation and greater customer welfare without net neutrality than with it. Today’s successful Internet sites face great competition if we move beyond net neutrality principles. That probably explains why they are net neutrality’s strongest advocates. But moving beyond a dumb network is better for customers, sites that find new opportunities and networks. It should be no surprise that dumb isn’t better. In an innovation driven economy, restrictions don’t make us better. They hold us back. * The authors are Dr. Mark A. Jamison, Director, Public Utility Research Center, University of Florida and Dr. Janice Hauge, Associate Professor, Department of Economics, University of North Texas.

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Family Dentistry at it’s Best

Pictured (l-r) Dr. Jack Cohn and Dr. Adam Cohn consulting on dental procedures for one of their patients.

What could be better than working with one of your children every day. Dr. Jack Cohn has had the good fortune of having his son, Adam, follow in his professional footsteps. Dr. Jack Cohn grew up in South Miami and attended Coral Gables High School. Years later after graduating Dental school at Medical College of Virginia in Richmond he longed for his South Florida weather and lifestyle. Dr. Jack has practiced Dentistry in South Miami/Kendall for thirtyfive years. During this time he has been President of the South Dade Dental Society and a delegate to the Florida Dental Association. Dr. Jack has achieved the status of Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry. His constant participation in post-graduate education is probably what piqued Dr. Adam’s interest in the dental field. Dr. Adam Cohn grew up in the Palmetto area and attended Palmetto Senior High School then attended the University of Florida and received his dental degree at Nova Southeastern University. His plan was always to return to his neighborhood and join his father. Since graduating from dental school in 2007 he has been involved in several local dental societies and study groups.

Dr. Adam has participated in the pro bono Pankey Institute Dental Access Days with his Dad. Dr. Adam Cohn also brought computerization and the latest digital radiography (x-rays) to the practice which recently relocated to 9840 S.W. 77 Ave. Together Dr. Adam and Dr. Jack designed their ideal office with state of the art technology. A website has been added to facilitate patient education at <www.smilemiami.com>. All of the latest cosmetic procedures are available and implant based Reconstructive Dentistry is also performed. The caring part of patient doctor relationship is what Dr. Jack has emphasized during their tenure together, ” Nobody cares how much you know until they know how much you care”. Maintaining this type of work environment has been their mission. Both doctors have a gentle bedside manner and this “family” practice is a labor of love. They employ a gentle and caring staff that have been a part of the team for many years. The staff takes pride in making sure each and every patient is relaxed, comfortable and at ease. Smile Miami invites you to visit the office, for more information call 305-598-1428.

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Breast cancer groups to benefit from almost $1 million in grants BY ANA MARQUEZ

Susan G. Komen For the Cure Miami/Fort Lauderdale Affiliate has announced that it raised more than $2 million to support the fight against breast cancer during the fiscal year ending in March. The Miami/Fort Lauderdale affiliate had such a successful year that it added eight new organizations, including Monroe County’s WomanKind Inc., to its list of grantees. The moneys raised will fund 29 grants to a diverse group of non-profit healthcare organizations, public health agencies and community groups in Miami-Dade, Broward and Monroe counties that will further the Komen mission of eradicating breast cancer. Numerous medically underserved individuals will be impacted by the grant dollars that will provide for mammograms and thousands more will be impacted by education and awareness programs. In accordance with Komen’s guidelines, 75 percent of the net dollars raised through local events, including the annual Race for the Cure, will stay in the local community to fund breast cancer screenings, education and treatment initiatives. The remaining 25 percent will be pooled with Komen’s

Representatives of non-profit healthcare groups benefiting from the Susan G. Komen For the Cure Miami/Fort Lauderdale Affiliate grants are pictured at Florida International University. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

national efforts to fund research programs. This year close to a million dollars will stay in the local community. “There are many organizations in our

local community that focus on breast health by educating the public, increasing access to services and spreading awareness of early detection,” said Bobbi Meyers,

executive director of the foundation’s Miami/Fort Lauderdale Affiliate. “Each year our goal is to provide these organizations with the funding they need to meet their goals and contribute to our overall vision: a world without breast cancer.” The 2010 grant recipients are: WomanKind Inc., $25,000; Gilda’s Club of South Florida, $25,000; The Memorial Foundation, $150,000; Open Door Health Center Inc., $40,000; Public Health Trust of Miami-Dade County Jackson Health System at Jackson South, $35,125, and the Taylor Breast Health Center, $35,125; Save Our Sisters DBT Inc. Dragon Boat Team, $4,155, and Saint John Bosco Clinic, $30,000. The Miami/Fort Lauderdale Affiliate is dedicated to eradicating breast cancer as a life-threatening disease by advancing research, education, screening and treatment. Since its inception in 1996, the Miami/Fort Lauderdale Race For the Cure and the Affiliate have raised more than $6 million and reached hundreds of thousands of women and men in educational outreach through grassroots efforts. For more information visit online at <www.komenmiaftl.org>.

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First Time in U.S.A. FLEXI COMFORT SHOES for Men and Women comes to The Falls!! A new shoe store has opened in Miami at the Falls, FLEXI. This Mexican brand is the first of its kind to open in the USA. Maria Milagros Alvarado, a business woman from Costa Rica has successfully introduced this brand in her country more than ten years ago and owns six stores there. Maria decided to bring FLEXI to Florida, a product she strongly believes has the quality to compete in North American markets. “Our shoes appeal to everyone”. We have contemporary styles, the latest and more than anything else- very comfortable fitting shoes, making FLEXI an experience in motion.

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The Roxy Theatre Group announces ‘Camp Entertainment’ for summer BY ROBERT HAMILTON

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Honda Accord Crosstour a different kind of CUV Ron Beasley AUTOMOTIVE EDITOR

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