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Jackson South Hospital expansion still on track

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BY GARY ALAN RUSE

espite recent concerns over the financial stability of the Jackson Health System, plans for the new Jackson South Community Hospital still are on track, according to Robert G. Cuming, vice president and chief administrative officer of the hospital.

In a presentation to members of the Economical Development Council of South Dade (EDC) in Palmetto Bay on Apr. 13, Cuming assured them that work on the expansion and renovation of the facility, located at 9333 SW 152 St. (Coral Reef Drive), continues and that the improved hospital will have a positive impact on the community.

“There will be greater access to medical services locally, and we will be hiring approximately 80 people in addition to the 700 we already employ there,” Cuming said.

The expansion will result in 157,000 square feet of new construction and 23,000 square feet of renovations. There will be 48

Street names honor school, landmark, ex-councilmember Mayor Eugene Flinn shares laughter during the Palmetto Bay Village Council commemoration of the 100th anniversary of the Boy Scouts of America with Scouts (l-r) Brandon Almond, Joey Glidden and Andrew Ariza of local Palmetto Bay Troop 711.

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(Photo courtesy Village of Palmetto Bay)

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Robert G. Cuming, Jackson South vice president and chief administrative officer, (center) is flanked by Laura Lagomasino, hospital business development director, and EDC chair Richard Horton.

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uring the next few weeks, village residents may be surprised to come across some Palmetto Bay signs reading “Dolphin Crossing.”

Don’t be alarmed, as there are no real dolphins on the streets — unless of course you spot the mascot of Coral Reef Elementary School. On Apr. 12, the Palmetto Bay Village Council approved a co-designation of the portion of SW 152nd Street that lies in front of the school in honor of the “Home of the Dolphins” and the school’s reputation for excellence.

In addition, street signs along a portion of SW 168th Street (from Old Cutler Road east to SW 72nd Avenue) will be

26,000 ladybugs to be released for Earth Day

co-designated as Deering Estate Way in recognition of the historic landmark.

Officials at the Deering Estate at Cutler were thrilled with the move, as it literally puts the name of this local attraction in the visible pathway of thousands of daily commuters along Old Cutler, many of whom are unaware of the estate’s location.

In other street-related news, the village council unanimously voted to name the traffic circle at SW 160th Street and SW 82nd Avenue after Paul Neidhart, Palmetto Bay’s first elected village official and former two-term councilmember, in recognition of his –––––––––––––––––––––– See

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major shipment of 26,000 lady bugs recently delivered to a south MiamiDade nursery are the main attraction of Palmetto Bay’s third annual Earth Week Celebration, which continues through Apr. 24.

These “ladies in waiting” have been laying dormant in a secure refrigerated location for release at six local schools this week to demonstrate the

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Miami-Dade Police, CAC honor officer, student

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Officer Yunier Alfonso, who helped solve three burglaries, and Ana Garcia, a Braddock High School student, were cohonorees singled out for their service during the Mar. 31 Miami-Dade Police Kendall District Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC) meeting.

Alfonso identified the suspect by stopping a gold Nissan Maxima just hours after a be on the lookout bulletin for a vehicle of the same description in which a pair fled from a SW 102nd Street home burglary on Feb. 17.

Taken into custody at a felony traffic

stop, Alfonso found concealed items in the car that linked the suspects to a second burglary in Hammocks District, and a third in Kendall District. His actions earned the “Officer of the Month” award for February.

Outstanding efforts by Ana Garcia who assisted in the district’s 2009 Toy Drive earned the Braddock High School student a special commendation as “Citizen of the Month.”

Based on her dedication and commitment to community service, Garcia coordinated and encouraged schoolmates to participate in the “Kiddie for Kids” program at the high school, collecting stuffed animals later distributed by Kendall area

Pictured (l-r) are CAC chair Barry White, Citizen of the Month Ana Garcia, and Maj. Edward Herrera, district commander.

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Pictured (l-r): CAC chair Barry White honors Kendall District Officer of the Month Yunier Alfonso with Maj. Edward Hererra, district commander.

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She was honored at the CAC meeting with the presentation of a special citation

by CAC chair Barry White and Maj. Edward Hererra, district commander.

In other news, the Miami-Dade Police Department’s Kendall District conducted its 18th annual “Sports Day” at Tropical Park with students from four elementary schools within the Kendall District participating.

After a picnic lunch, an estimated 200 students took part in a mini-track meet, with as many as 60 representing each school, selecting by a criteria based on

conduct, grades, and good school attendance. Kendall police provided lunch for students, coaches and chaperones with water stations available for all events.

The program is aimed at improving the police and student relationships and to reward students who have met the criteria, according to Officers Katrina Kavanaugh and Robin Pinkard who directed the event.

The Sports Day also provides a reward for student partnering with the Kendall District for its annual food and toy drives aiding needy families, Kavanaugh noted.

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The station’s crewmembers — including Seaman Apprentice Tanyia Dixon, a Kendall native and 2003 graduate of Miami Killian Senior High School — maintain a diligent 24/7 watch of their area of responsibility, which extends 48 miles from Caesar’s Creek down to Tennessee Reef. At any given time, a Station Islamorada crewmember is monitoring the marine frequencies, keeping an open ear to possible boaters in distress.

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NAMES, from page 1 ––––––––– significant contributions to roadway and traffic improvements within the village.

Other actions at the meeting included: • Contract approved with Edward Reese Holdings Inc. to provide concession facilities at village parks for at least three years; • Thalatta Park Improvement Fund to be established to designate revenues received from Thalatta Park rental income (derived from weddings and other social functions)

for the renovation of the park’s main house; • Overall project budget approved on the Palmetto Bay Village Hall and Municipal Complex (to provide for remaining items such as landscaping, furnishings, etc.); • Village Council approved a resolution urging Florida Gov. Charlie Crist to veto Senate Bill 6, which affects public school teachers’ salaries; • The village acted to partner with the neighboring municipalities of Pinecrest and Cutler Bay to support the Seventh Annual Community Fireworks Display at Black Point Park on Independence Day.

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EXPANSION, from page 1 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– new private rooms designed with soothing interiors and 12 new critical care beds.

The Emergency Department will double its capacity, with 20 additional ER bed spaces and with emergency cardiology services. An expanded outpatient facility will ease access to diagnostic services such as imaging and gastrointestinal procedures.

Cuming said that the first phase of the emergency room expansion should be ready by August, with the second phase following in November. Work on the “Tower” section of the complex is expected to be completed by August 2011.

The complex will feature seven new operating room suites equipped with stateof-the-art systems and technology, and there also will be a new pharmacy and a new cafeteria with outdoor eating areas, as well as a new central energy plant.

Cuming said that the present facility continues to function while construction is underway, and that although construction contractor trailers take up a lot of the parking spaces in the front, there still is plenty of parking on the north side of the complex, accessible from SW 150th Street.

He urged everyone to avoid parking on the east side in spaces belonging to businesses there as it may result in their cars being towed.

Laura Lagomasino, business development director for Jackson South, who ran the PowerPoint presentation for the meeting, said afterward that a prime reason for the expansion plans going forward, even in difficult times, was the county’s desire to keep the two important auxiliary facilities (Jackson North and Jackson South) open for the benefit of the communities.

“So Jackson Health System reexamined everything and worked out a solution,” Lagomasino said. “And I think that the North and South facilities will balance things out with Jackson Memorial, which is a public hospital and teaching center as well.”

Cuming closed his remarks with high praise for the staff of Jackson South, who already have been treating patients in the area for years and continue to do so.

“The men and women who work in that hospital are phenomenal,” Cuming said.

“Jackson purchased the facility, formerly Deering Hospital, in July of 2001. Many people that I meet there were employees at Deering, so they bring a wealth of experience and institutional memory about the hospital, and that’s a very valuable component of the care that they provide to our community.”

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important role they play as “nature’s pesticide.”

While students at Perrine Elementary, Howard Drive Elementary, and Christ Fellowship Academy have released a total of 10,000 of these colorful beetles, three more schools are scheduled on Apr. 22, Earth Day. “Ladybugs are a member of the beetle family that feed on aphids, mealybugs, scale insects, and mites, all of which can decimate local plants,” said Patricia Kyle, manager of Galloway Farm Nursery. “That’s why we stock them, as a natural — and fun — way for people to protect their gardens from intruders.”

Ladybugs respond to cooler temperatures by slipping into a motionless, dormant state. Upon exposure to warm temperature, such as sunny mornings in South Florida, they spring to life and begin their work.

Kids learn this valuable green-friendly lesson through classroom instruction leading up to the hands-on distribution of ladybugs in their schoolyards during

Earth Week, lead by Mayor Eugene Flinn and members of the Palmetto Bay Village Council.

“By appreciating the Earth and by knowing how it is changing, we can make responsible life decisions — and enlighten our children to do the same,” Mayor Flinn said.

The remaining supply of ladybugs are scheduled for release on Earth Day at Coral Reef Elementary (9-10 a.m.), Alexander Montessori (10-11 a.m.), and Winhold Montessori (11 a.m.-noon).

Earth Day was established as a celebration intended to inspire awareness of and appreciation for the Earth’s environment.

In the U.S., Sen. Gaylord Nelson met with President John F. Kennedy and urged the recognition of Earth Day. Since January 1970, many countries decided that a global observance needed to be recognized; therefore, Apr. 22 is recognized as Earth Day each year. This year, hundreds of millions of people in more than 180 countries are expected to participate in Earth Day activities.

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Education in Florida is always a ‘hot button’ item Michael Miller EXECUTIVE EDITOR

AROUND TOWN G o v e r n o r C h a r l i e C r i s t has already vetoed the controversial Senate Bill 6, but Palmetto Bay resident, financial expert and Holocaust survivor, Gunther Karger, has shared with us his views on what Florida’s school system needs, which follow here in slightly edited form: “The education system needs to be restructured to focus on the quality of learning and teaching. This requires the refocus to one language so that students understand what teachers are saying and teachers can present their knowledge to a class the teacher knows will understand fully in one language. The concept of multi-lingual education has no place in the school system except in classes where language is the subject. Proficiency in one language is requisite to a student doing better in College and the workplace. Our South Florida system is graduating too many students who have marginal to poor proficiency in any one language.

“Focus on the quality of communication skills by the teachers. A teacher can be a PhD in a subject but doesn’t know how to communicate. Before I became “certified” to teach in an Air Force technical school, I was required to attend and graduate from a school which taught “how to teach and how to communicate.” I have met lots of teachers whose communication skills are so poor that I can’t imagine how I could learn much if I were a student.

“Learning is based on having respect for the teacher. How can a student learn much from a teacher who gets little respect from the general public, often is not supported by the school management and when teachers are out there demonstrating and picketing? This becomes a matter of pay structure, incentives to do better and focus on teacher quality. What level of

respect can be expected from students of the school system when they see the school not even providing some basic supplies?

“I realize these are fundamental issues...but they are issues that need to be addressed before getting into teacher pay structures based on student tests.

“That’s my view and yes, the Bill should be vetoed and should never have been introduced and passed, such as it is, by the legislature. It does not represent what the people want or need and is yet another example of how legislatures at all levels have become non-responsive to the people, leading to a national degree of frustration and loss of confidence in our legislative system.”

Gunther Karger Idl e tho ught s by a grizzled CN editor over the ineptness of local TV glamour anchors who fail to background the school education bill, primarily an attempt to share funding of the Obama “Race to the Top” billions that were won by Tennessee and Delaware. Florida finished ‘out of the money’ by devising an inadequate program to qualify for such big bucks. “TV reports who, what, when and where’ but totally overlooked the ‘why,” gripes the curmudgeon of traditional journalism, adding “that’s why TV news will always be considered just headlines between commercials, promotions and brainless chatter, unless, of course, a teenage celebrity is involved,” he grouses. . .

And by the way, the EDC (Economic Development Council) under the new leadership of Paul Neidhart and Executive Assistant Vanessa Derenoncoart, is becoming a first rate organization, presenting excellent programming with good speakers. At the last meeting, Robert G. Cuming, Vice-President and Chief Administrative Officer of Jackson South, made a great presentation with facts, figures, good news and humor. The EDC is worthy of your support and participation and can be a valuable ally to area businesses.

A n d t h e s e t w o i t e m s f r om Ke n d a l l .. .

A n o t h e r C o n t i n e n t a l P a r k HOA meeting last Thursday night brings out more protest

Artist’s rendering of the new and improved Jackson South Hospital.

against legal maneuvers by Riviera Schools to utilize existing rights of the former church owner’s property, thus avoiding a public hearing. Neighbors now look to appeal the administrative order that bypassed normal zoning channels that are normally required to convert the property for multiple school uses.

Of course, the only ones making hay out of this ploy are the lawyers involved!

Hispanic Coalition will hold its second Job Fair with Chase Bank on Tuesday, April 27, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Coalition’s West Kendall Office at 3839 SW 137th Avenue. Those who are bilingual and looking

for work should attend, and bring a resume, too. For information, call 305-262-0060.

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Do they know what they are saying ‘no’ to?

R. Kenneth Bluh KENNETH’S COMMENTARY If a Republican in Washington said the sky was gray a Democrat would say it was blue. If a Democrat said the clouds were white a Republican would say they were red.

Never agree with the opposition — the hell with bipartisanship for the betterment of America. “Preserve the party” at all costs is the modern battle cry in Washington, DC, as well as most state capitals around the nation.

David Platt, of Hollywood, FL, summarized it very well in his recent letter to The Miami Herald Reader’s Forum. Mr. Platt, while writing about the potential opening in the U.S. Supreme Court, quoted Sen. Jon Kyl, R-AZ, as saying that he, the senator, “isn’t ruling out a GOP filibuster,” and stated “that the Republicans are already saying ‘no’ without even knowing what they are

saying ‘no’ to.”

Every conservative president has nominated a conservative to fill a Supreme Court vacancy. Every liberal president has nominated a liberal to fill a vacancy. The secret is to see how close you must come to the middle of the road in political ideology to obtain the votes needed to approve the nomination and still remain close to the political principles of the president.

Justice John Paul Stevens, the leading liberal on the U.S. Supreme Court, has announced that he intends to retire in late June when the court has completed its term. He hopes that the president will appoint his replacement, and the Senate will confirm the nomination in order that the court can continue its agenda in the fall with a full bench.

President Obama has stated that he knows he cannot replace Justice Stevens’ experience or wisdom. However, he will seek someone who has similar qualities: an independent mind, a record of excellence and integrity, a fierce dedication to the law and a keen understanding of how the law affects the daily lives of the American people.

–– VIEWPOINT –– Democrats want the process to begin before the fall elections where it is inevitable that Republicans will increase their numbers and be able to put up a bigger fight, apparently, according to Sen. Kyl, against whomever the president nominates. According to the senator, the use of a filibuster is very possible.

Unfortunately, this is the way of politics.

Push to reduce the power of those in office so the “out-of-power” party can regain control. This works for the politician who is attempting to retain his or her job in Washington. Unfortunately, it doesn’t work for the benefit of the American citizen.

I don’t know the answer. However I can make one observation. Basically, we embarrassingly suck up to politicians. We treat them like kings and queens. We heap praise, upon praise on our elected officials until they begin to think that they are in

fact superior to us.

Once they have reached this exalted level of thinking, they feel they are invincible and can do no wrong. Self-gratification over service to the community becomes their way of life. Some served so long in the Congress that they have forgotten what it is like on the outside.

Perhaps we could start the process of taking back control of our government by treating elected officials as mortals, just like you and me.

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Pinecrest seeking photos from former Parrot Jungle

BY LEE STEPHENS

The Village of Pinecrest is close to completing the preparation of its nomination proposal for inclusion of the Parrot Jungle Historic District (presently operated as Pinecrest Gardens) in the National Register of Historic Places.

The National Park Service administers the National Register, which is the official federal list of districts, sites, buildings, structures, and objects significant in American history, architecture, archeology, engineering, and culture. The Nomination Proposal will be submitted in May to the Florida Bureau of Historic Preservation, which will consider the eligibility of the Parrot Jungle Historic District for inclusion in the National Register.

The bureau will be evaluating the historic significance and integrity of the Parrot Jungle Historic District, which was locally recognized in 1990 with a historic designation by Miami-Dade County.

The Village of Pinecrest recently became the recipient of the Dade Heritage Trust 2010 Preservation Award and the 2010 Florida Trust for Historic Preservation Award for Restoration/Rehabilitation Outstanding Achievement for the renovations of Pinecrest

The future mayor of Pinecrest, Cindy Lerner, is pictured in this childhood photo posing with the feathered residents of the old Parrot Jungle.

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Garden’s Original Entrance Building.

Pinecrest has labored to protect the historic and natural resources on this property since acquiring the former Parrot Jungle and Gardens attraction, which relocated as an entertainment venue to Watson Island in 2003.

In anticipation of achieving the important National Registry milestone, the Village of Pinecrest is asking members of the public to dust off their old family and vacation albums to help preserve the history of this beautiful location. Anyone wishing to share their pho-

tos of the old Parrot Jungle can do so by sending an electronic file to <photos@pinecrestfl.gov> or mailing in a CD to the Village of Pinecrest, c/o Historical Photos, 12645 Pinecrest Parkway, Pinecrest, FL 33156.

Ideally, the photographs should be accompanied with information regarding the people in the pictures and the approximate date taken. A series of photographs will be chosen from the entries received by the village and will be exhibited in Pinecrest Gardens during an upcoming event. The deadline for consideration for this commemorative exhibit is May 30. All the photographs submitted will be archived by the Office of the Village Clerk and kept as a photographic testament of the colorful history of Pinecrest Gardens.

Pinecrest Mayor Cindy Lerner was among the first to dig through the family archives to discover a childhood picture posing with the feathered residents of the old Parrot Jungle. Fondly, she recalled “that summer day and how much fun I had running through the hidden paths and feeding the fish and birds.”

Village officials are eagerly anticipating responses to this request and are hopeful to receive photos documenting the many historically significant structures at the site.

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MDC president honored with Beacon’s Chairman’s Award

Miami Dade College (MDC) president Dr. Eduardo J. Padrón received the Chairman’s Award on Apr. 7 during the eighth annual Beacon Awards at Jungle Island. Pictured are (l-r) Beacon Council president Frank Nero, MDC Foundation chair Penny Shaffer, Padrón and Beacon Council chair Alex Villoch.

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Pinecrest Travel opens new location on S. Dixie Highway

The travel agents at Pinecrest Travel are (l-r) Robin Katz, Ronni Gompers, Judy Barlin, owner Neil Goldberg, Jacci Goldberg and Sonia Bernhardt.

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BY LINDA RODRIGUEZ BERNFELD

In the age of the Internet, where you can find anything you want and at almost any price you want, what is the advantage of going to a travel agency for your travel needs?

According to Pinecrest Travel Agency owner Neil Goldberg, the advantage is service, knowledge and experience.

“You come in my office we have five employees and I’d say we cover the world between us. It’s firsthand knowledge you can’t get on the Internet,” he said. “I have no qualms about the Internet, but I can tell you on a cruise ship which cabins to use, which cabins not to use.”

Pinecrest Travel has been in business for 12 years. Before October, they operated as Kendall Grand Travel but when they moved to 12675 S. Dixie Hwy., they changed the name to suit the new location.

“We’re a full-service agency; we handle cruises, tours, airline tickets, buses, school groups, cruise groups, family reunions. We do everything,” he said. “We’re here to make your life easy.”

Most of his employees have been with him since he first opened the agency. His office manager is the newest one of the group, working there for nine years.

In that time, they’ve seen many travel trends. Goldberg said this year people seem to be traveling all over the world, but he’s seen an increase in the number of groups going to Australia and New Zealand.

“It’s a long flight but worth every bit of it,” he said.

There is no additional cost for using a travel agency to book cruises, hotels and other destinations. There is a $25 charge for airline

tickets imposed by the airlines.

The travel agents peruse the Internet constantly and are familiar with the pricing.

Because they are constantly on, they can get good prices and sometimes, better prices than someone just checking the Internet.

“Airline tickets are airline tickets. In cruises and tours and custom work, it’s all about the knowledge,” Goldberg said. “Right now, depending on when you are traveling, there are specials on seven-day Caribbean travel.

There are great deals to the all-inclusive [resorts] right now.”

Those resorts are in Costa Rica, and the Caribbean, in Cancun, Cozumel, and Jamaica.

“The good thing about inclusives, you pay for it and it’s done; you don’t run into any other expenses,” he said.

Pinecrest Travel can do domestic or international travel.

“Right now I’m doing a trip for a client.

They’re doing San Francisco and they’re going down to Big Sur,” he said.

He also deals with group travel.

“We do all kinds of groups. We do conventions,” he said. “I do school trips. I just did Glades Middle. They’re going to Washington, DC. We did Palmetto’s trip to Boston.”

Goldberg is working on a high school reunion trip for 18 people going to Cancun.

“It’s a lot easier having someone else do it for you,” he said. “It’s all a matter of putting people in the right places. They can either come in or call us over the phone. The best thing is to make an appointment. We can deal with all budgets from high end to two-star and three-star hotels.”

For more information, call 305-273-444 or go online to <www.kendallgrandtravel.com>.

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New chief administrative officer named at Jackson South Hospital

BY LEE STEPHENS

Education degree from Florida International University. He is Six Sigma Richard G. Cuming, RN, MSN, EdD, Black Belt certified.

Dr. Cuming is actively involved in local CNOR, NEA-BC, is the new vice president and chief administrative officer for Jackson and state organizations. He is a former member of the national board South Community Hospital, a of directors for the division of Jackson Health Association of periOperative System.

Registered Nurses (AORN).

Dr. Cuming joined Jackson In addition to numerous Health System in 1991 as a awards and scholarships, he is staff nurse in the cardiovascuauthor of many journal and lar and thoracic operating nursing articles. Originally rooms at Jackson Memorial from Montreal, Dr. Cuming Hospital. He was a director of lives in Miami Shores. patient care services and, most Jackson South Community recently, chief nursing officer Hospital is a 199-bed, acuteof Jackson Memorial Hospital.

Richard G. Cuming Serving more than 26 years –––––––––––––––––– care hospital located in south Miami-Dade County. in the healthcare industry, Dr. Construction is currently underway to Cuming has held numerous administrative and specialty clinical positions. He also increase its size by 157,000 square feet and taught a perioperative nursing program in renovate an additional 72,000 square feet of the division of Continuing Health existing space. This will expand the emerEducation at Broward Community College, gency room and surgical facilities, add 57 where he was named Adjunct Professor of new private patient rooms, and convert existthe Year. In 2009, he earned his Doctor of ing semi-private rooms to private rooms.

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I am standing on the seashore, a ship sails and spreads her white sails to the morning breeze and starts for the ocean.

She is an object of beauty and strength.

I stand watching her ‘til she fades on the horizon, as she moves on and on, until at last she’s but a speck dangling where the sky and sea meet.

Just as she disappears from my sight a small voice whispers, “She is gone.”

Gone where? Gone from my sight that is all.

She is just as large in the masts, hull and spars, as she was when she left my side, and just as able to bear her load of living freight to its destination.

The diminished size, the total loss of sight is in me not in her, and just at the moment when someone at my side whispers again, “She is gone.”

There are others eyes watching her coming, while other voices take up the glad shout . . .

“Here she comes, she has finally arrived”.

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School teaches you how to make money as deejay

BY LINDA RODRIGUEZ BERNFELD

Since 2000, Corey Feldman and Felix Sama of the Rhythm City DJ Skool have been helping South Floridians learn how to become deejays.

“We do individualized lessons and group lessons,” Sama said. “We do groups with non-profits such as the Here’s Help Foundation and we have classes and work with different schools.”

Feldman said they also work with the Honey Shines Foundation, YMCA of Broward and the Connecticut School of Broadcasting.

“What we have done with the YMCA is a quick, two-week program,” Feldman said. “We give them the concepts of the deejay system. We teach them deejaying at parties and clubs.”

Sama said becoming a deejay is a good way to earn extra money.

“This is a perfect way for not only a kid but for an adult to be a deejay,” Sama said.

“You can make $400 a pop on a weekend.

What the course is going to cost you is worth it.”

When a prospective client inquires about the course, they are given an orientation.

“We let them see the curriculum we have and we break down the course from week to week,” Sama said. “We ask them if they have equipment. If they don’t, we recommend what equipment they can get from us.”

During the course, the attendees learn the history of deejaying, how it evolved, and the equipment from the CDs to turntables. They also learn about famous deejays and how they became so well known.

“It’s a lot of hands-on experience,” he said.

It has to be, Feldman said.

“Deejay equipment is like an instrument, you have to play with the equipment to learn the deejaying itself,” Feldman said.

Corey Feldman (far left) and Felix Sama (far right) are pictured with graduates from Rhythm City DJ Skool.

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Sama said that one of the main things they teach is confidence.

“Having confidence you can control the room,” Sama added. “If you have confidence and you get up there in front of the crowd, that is most of the battle.”

The Rhythm City DJ Skool also has a home lesson option.

“We also teach them vocal skills as well,” Sama said. “That can help you in a career in radio.”

That’s where Sama makes much of his living, working for Clear Channel Communications.

“I’ve been in radio for 28 years now. I started at Hot 105 in the ’80s, when it was

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a dance station,” he said. “Then I went to Power 96.”

He also has had stints in Spanish radio at Salsa 98.3, then Mega 94.9.

Feldman began in the mobile deejay industry in 1982 and has been working as a deejay ever since.

“I own a production company sending out deejays and dancers,” he said.

He also has worked many big celebrity studded events, including those for Oprah Winfrey, Chuck Norris, Eric Roberts, Don Johnson and the Alonzo Mourning Charities, as well as the American Cancer Society.

Even with the economic slowdown,

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Feldman’s production company continues to work, doing many events, including ones at car dealerships.

“We’re doing all their launches and doing all their production work when they are introducing a new vehicle,” Feldman said.

Successful students can then participate in the internship program, which allows them to go on site with the production company. If the intern shows strong skills, after a while they are able to go on their own to do event, starting with children’s parties.

For more information, call 305-9315695 or go online to <www.rhythmcityweb.com>.

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Museum offers students free local history experience Florida City Mayor Otis Wallace and the city commissioners have joined the Florida Pioneer Museum in creating a free Florida City/Homestead history experience for local students that will be available in May, October, November and December.

The student program was developed to give students an appreciation for how the two sister communities came about and when, and what life was like for pioneer families. The tour will last about an hour.

One of the museum’s retired educators has created a short, answer-as-you-go quiz to help students understand the most important elements of local history.

Call Bob Jensen at 305-248-0976 for a reserved time or for more information.

U.M., WDNA-FM RADIO PRESENT FROST SALSA ORCHESTRA CONCERT The Frost Salsa Orchestra will be performing with special guest Chad Bernstein on the trombone on Thursday, Apr. 22, 8 p.m., at Gusman Concert Hall, 1314 Miller Rd., on the University of Miami’s campus.

Alberto De La Reguera will serve as the musical director and arranger.

Come listen to this award-winning orchestra with its unique sound blending jazz vocals, straight-ahead swing and funk

and fusion with the more traditional sounds in Afro-Caribbean music. The band has featured musicians such as Silvano Monasterios, Jason Carder, Barry Reiss, Alexander Pope Norris, Marko Marcinko and Shelly Berg among others.

Tickets cost $15. For reservations, call 305-284-5813.

S. FLORIDA’S FINEST TO PUT THEIR BEST FEET FORWARD South Florida women are putting on their best pairs of heels for the Wonderfund 2010 “Heroes in Heels” luncheon hosted by Univision’s Alina Mayo Azze and community philanthropist Betty Veliz on Thursday, Apr. 22, 11 a.m., at Fairchild Tropical Botanical Gardens, 10901 Old Cutler Rd. in Coral Gables.

Guests at this event will enjoy delicious food by celebrity chef Michelle Bernstein while sipping cocktails courtesy of Grey Goose Vodka. Attendees will have the opportunity to win a number of exclusive raffle items from Cartier, Chanel and Miami Mumbai, to name a few. VIP “experiences,” including private dinner parties and weekend stays at exclusive hotels, will be up for grabs.

Individual tickets for this event cost $75;

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COMMUNITY NEWS BRIEFS tables of 10 are $750, and a corporate table of 10 costs $1,000. All of the proceeds from this event will be used to provide lifesaving or life-changing medical care to children from around the world at Holtz Children’s Hospital at the University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Medical Center.

Call 305-585-1134 for more information.

U.M. SCHOOL OF MUSIC TO HOST PERCUSSION GROUP PERFORMANCE The University of Miami Frost School of Music will host a percussion concert with members from its Percussion Department on Friday, Apr. 23, 8 p.m., at Maurice Gusman Concert Hall, 1314 Miller Dr. on UM’s Coral Gables campus.

The free concert will feature chamber and solo works by Bela Bartok, Iannis Xenakis, Paul Lansky, Thierry De Mey, Nigel Westlake, Nicolas Martynciow, Bruno Mantovani and guests Liana Pailodze and Marina Radiushina on piano.

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ST. ANNE’S SCHEDULES INAUGURAL FLEA MARKET St. Anne’s will be conducting its first annual flea market on Saturday, Apr. 24, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at 11855 Quail Roost Dr. All proceeds from this event will go towards activities for this non-profit organization. Spaces are still available at $20 per 12- by 12-foot slot.

For more information, call Michelle Vasco at 305-252-4000, ext. 6225.

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Grove, the First 100 Years of St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, Coconut Grove, Florida, a 260-page history of the church and Coconut Grove, on Monday, Apr. 26, at 7 p.m.

The book, which shows how closely the history of the church and the Grove are entwined, launches the yearlong Centennial Celebration for one of Miami’s oldest churches. Author Rob Doughty and archivist Loretta Beynon will be available during the unveiling to autograph books, present a brief of their work and answer questions.

The Heart of the Grove will be available at The Bookstore in the Grove, 3399 Virginia St., as a hardbound book and a paperback book after Apr. 26. The book also is available to order online, including a downloadable e-book for $10, on <www.Lulu.com>.

COMMISSIONER, HISPANIC COALITION SET JOB FAIR FOR POSITIONS AT CHASE BANK Miami-Dade Commissioner Joe A. Martinez has joined with the Hispanic Coalition to co-sponsor a job fair with Chase Bank on Tuesday, Apr. 27, at the Coalition’s Kendall office, 3830 SW 137 Ave.

From 10 a.m. to noon, Chase Bank will be accepting applications for the following positions: teller, financial advisor, accounting sales, administrative, and customer service.

Applicants must come dressed in business attire with a resume, no longer than one page, in hand. Chase Bank is only looking for bilingual applicants who can speak English and Spanish. Accepted applicants will be asked to apply online after the event and may be asked to complete a test. After the exam, everyone who passed will have a final interview and may be hired for one of the open positions.

Chase bank will train selected applicants for these positions.

For more information, contact Maria Cristina Delgado at 305-262-0060.

THE MARINE COUNCIL’S APR. 28 MEETING AT SCOTTY’S LANDING The Marine Council’s April meeting will take place on Wednesday, Apr. 28, from noon to 1:30 p.m., at Scotty’s Landing, 3381 Pan American Dr. in Coconut Grove.

Registration will begin at 11:45 a.m.

The cost for members to attend is $25; for non-members and guests, it’s $30.

RSVP to the Events Calendar on the website <www.miamimarinecouncil.com> or to Anne Hunt at 1-954-523-1004 or <anne@eagmiami.com>.

PROMOTE ‘GO GREEN’ OPTIONS AT THE FALLS, SATURDAY, MAY 1 The Falls invites all companies and organizations with products and/or services related to energy conservation and green initiatives to participate in the “Go Green” Expo on Saturday, May 1, from 1 to 5 p.m., in the Center Court of the mall, located at 8888 SW 136 St. The “Go Green” Expo will showcase various businesses that will educate families about the importance of keeping the environment clean. Event attendees will have the opportunity to enjoy greenthemed activities and discover products and services that help to maintain a “green” lifestyle. The event also will feature a Kid’s Zone with interactive activities for kids.

To participate in the “Go Green” Expo or to receive more information about the event, contact Dailen Rodriguez at 305-255-4571 or via email at <DRodrigu@simon.com>.

GREYNOLDS LOVE-IN TO FEATURE THE GRASS ROOTS IN CONCERT Journey back to the roots of the 1960s at the “Greynolds Love-In,” where patrons will see the Grass Roots live in concert at the annual 1960s-themed outdoor festival and concert, May 16, from 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., at Greynolds Park, 17530 W. Dixie Hwy. in North Miami Beach.

In addition to the Grass Roots, bands performing throughout the day include local artists Rewind; The Fit; Been There, Done That, and Black Star. Greynolds Love-In also has lots of family-friendly activities including a 1960s costume contest, hoola-hoop competitions, Frisbee-toss and Frisbee-golf competitions, vintage clothing, a kid’s fun zone with activities and games, food and beverage vendors and much more.

Admission to the event is free, but there is a parking fee of $10 per vehicle. The event entrance will be located at 22nd Avenue and NE 186th Street. Coolers are not permitted on site.

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THE HERITAGE SCHOOL 13300 SW 120 Street. Miami, Fl 33186.

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Great plants, great prices, for a great cause — that is what you will find at OrchidMania South Florida’s 12th annual orchid sale on Saturday, May 29, and Sunday, May 30, at Dante Fascell Park, 8600 SW 57 Ave. (Red Road) in South Miami. The sale will be from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on both days.

There will be tents and tables filled with orchids of all varieties, appealing to beginners, serious collectors, and everyone in between who just loves these fascinating plants.

You can feel good about your purchases because proceeds benefit Project Cradle, a program at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine that provides assistance

to children and adolescents living with HIV/AIDS. OrchidMania South Florida is an all-volunteer charity of orchid enthusiasts.

Throughout the year, the volunteers meet on Sundays at the OrchidMania greenhouse to care for the orchids that have been donated by commercial growers and hobbyists.

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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.

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Specialized Programs for Babies and Toddlers Early Childhood: Age appropriate activites that foster learning through play. Early drop off and after care, half day and full day programs available.

Elementary School: Progressive learning environment in state-of-the-art facilities. *Introducing new policy of discounted elementary tuition to those families who belong to other area synagogues. Limited to members of Synagogues with dues structures and without an elementary school.

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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.

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Two NWSA students earn full scholarships to universities

BY MARIA M. FLORES

For the first time since its inception in 1989, and thanks to a personal appeal made in 2009 by Miami-Dade School Superintendent Alberto M. Carvalho, the Posse Foundation began recruiting in Miami-Dade.

The non-profit organization grants full scholarships based on multiculturalism through partnerships with top-tier private colleges and universities in 17 states. As a result, two of New World School of the Arts (NWSA) graduating seniors, have been granted a free pass to some of the nation’s most elite universities, proving that an education centered around the arts helps students become more socially and intellectually prepared for college, and are more appealing to recruiters.

“The training in the arts offers students a different perspective to problem solving,” explained Dr. Frederic Conde, principal of New World School of the Arts. “Research shows that student thinking is not linear and incorporates the more creative side of the brain.”

Come this fall, Gregory Almonord of North Miami Beach and Sabrina Debrosse of

Sabrina Debrosse of Kendall and Gregory Almonord of North Miami Beach are seniors at NWSA and Posse Foundation scholarship winners.

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Kendall, both visual art students of Haitian descent, will begin their post-secondary training with the goals of becoming a heart surgeon and a foreign affairs diplomat, respectively.

The two Posse recipients, selected alongside 28 others, from a group of 800 county-

wide nominees, already have commenced bonding, training and consolidating leadership skills through the program’s pre-collegiate sessions occurring weekly. Three Miami-Dade Posses of 10 members each will attend the University of Pennsylvania, Hamilton College and Mount Holyoke College, all with scholarships worth up to $200,000 each.

“It’s an incredible network, and I think my life now can be a great success story,” said Almonord, ranked sixth in his NWSA 2010 graduating class.

He excitedly recalls picking up his mother and jumping up and down with her, as both their eyes filled with tears when they heard the news of his Posse selection.

“She knows that I’m going to do what I have to do to make this work,” Almonord said of this life changing opportunity.

The foundation’s track record demonstrates that underrepresented, high-achieving, self motivating students will remain in college through graduation, at higher rates, if

they can share the process with members of their own group. In other words, a posse that stays together succeeds together.

Posse scholars boast a 90 percent graduation rate, compared to the 57 percent national standard rate. This means that successful completion of an undergraduate program not only improves for applicants of multicultural backgrounds but also for other ethnicities or races, including Caucasians, despite the institution’s cultural composition. Students that can rely on ready-made support groups report feeling a higher sense of worth.

Miami-Dade nominees were identified by counselors and principals of public high schools, with attention to diversity and high academic standards. The selection process was arduous, according to Debrosse, who emerged as a team leader through a project building process which included writing public service announcements (PSA). She was able to guide the group thanks to the value other students placed on her arts background, backed by NWSA’s sterling reputation.

“They knew about its national ranking,” she said.

The students’ parents never attended college but all placed great importance on schooling. Both faced financial obstacles in attending university and named their mothers as the single-most influence in their lives.

Debrosse, one of nine siblings, for years cared for a bedridden grandmother.

“I think the transition for me would be so hard, I might not have stayed,” referring to the challenges of living away from family, or the support of her posse.

“Both would be as successful, but they would’ve struggled financially. They may have had to work to get through school, which could have an impact on their drive and ability to complete the program,” Dr. Conde said about this unique opportunity.

More information about the New World School of the Arts us available by calling 305-237-3135 or online at <nwsa.mdc.edu>.

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A Fresh New Look at Bonds

BY MARTIN MAURO of BofA Merrill Lynch Global Research

An improving economy will affect fixed-income investments.

Revisiting your allocations can help prepare you for the risks and potential opportunities to come.

During 2008, as the stock market meltdown captured widespread attention, fixed-income investments were suffering their own quiet downturn. Sure, Treasury securities, whose backing by the U.S. government* makes them a reliable choice for mitigating risk, did relatively well. But virtually every other kind of bond suffered losses, with the lowest-quality bonds faring worst.

Despite the likelihood that a full-fledged economic recovery is still some way off, it may be time to look at how it could affect bond performance. Now that the biggest threats to the economy appear to have passed, investors willing to build more growth into their portfolios might consider looking at lower-quality fixed-income investments to provide them with the opportunity to capture more competitive yields than those available from U.S. Treasuries.

Inflation often rises when business and consumer activity picks up, and that could lead the Federal Reserve to increase the interest-rate targets it controls, although we do not think such action is imminent.

Also, higher inflation reduces the value of interest income from bonds, and when newly issued bonds offer higher yields, existing bonds become less popular, depressing their prices. Moreover, some investors may have a greater appetite for risk in an improving economy, and that can benefit lower-rated bonds at the expense of higher-quality investments.

These shifts could affect your choices for a fixed-income portfolio. Cautious investors may continue to prefer Treasuries, but there appear to be good opportunities among higher-quality investmentgrade bonds. And municipal bonds, another fixed-income option, may

a better value. also deliver higher Corporate after-tax yields bonds represent than comparable another area Treasuries offer. where an increased However, income yield may justify for some investors increased risk. may be subject to Many higher-qualithe federal ty investmentAlternative grade corporate Minimum Tax bonds with inter(AMT). Five-year mediate-term municipals rated maturities now AAA** traded in yield more than mid-October 2009 5.0%. That could at a yield of 1.9%, be attractive as the equivalent of a long as the issuer is taxable bond a solid company yielding 2.9% for Tom Mays, C.F.M and the bonds carry someone in the a strong investment35% federal grade rating. Be cautious, though, income tax bracket.*** Keep in mind that municipal about devoting a high allocation to bond investments call for a degree corporate bonds that are rated below of caution. State and local govern- investment grade. If the economy ments that issue these bonds are remains in recession, shakier bonds under severe pressure in this reces- could suffer from rising default rates.

Keep in mind that an improving sion, and if the economy worsens, default rates could rise. To offset economy, with rising inflation and the inherent risk in these securities, interest rates, could hurt the value it’s important to seek out higher- of all kinds of fixed-income investquality munis that may have more ments. Bond laddering can provide secure revenue streams: general- needed flexibility. This strategy an investment in obligation bonds, which are backed involves by the full taxing power of munici- Treasuries, municipals, corporates palities, and essential-service rev- or CDs with staggered maturities of, enue bonds, which support such say, one, three and five years. When vital systems as water, sewer and one bond matures, you can use the power operations. Rather than proceeds to buy another at the long allow such bonds to default, govern- end of the maturity spectrum. The ments will typically raise taxes or strategy allows for greater diversifitake other steps to cover interest cation as well as the opportunity to payments. Another defensive strate- reinvest at higher rates if yields rise.

Another way to prepare for gy is to diversify with a varied basket higher interest rates and acceleratof munis.

Build America Bonds, a product ing inflation might be to hold Inflation-Protected of this year’s federal stimulus pack- Treasury age, are attracting a great deal of Securities (TIPS). Like most other attention. These bonds are obliga- bonds, TIPS pay a fixed coupon tions of the municipalities that issue rate—the nominal yield if the bond them and aren’t guaranteed by the is held to maturity—but if the confederal government. The interest sumer price index rises, the princithey pay is fully taxable at the feder- pal amount of the securities also al level. If you’re considering them, adjusts upward, increasing the compare yields with those of other amount of interest investors can taxable bonds, and their after-tax receive. For instance, if you invest yields with those of traditional tax- $1,000 and inflation is 2%, the prinfree municipals. For most investors, cipal amount would be $1,020 at the tax-exempt municipal bonds may be end of the first year.

The fixed coupon on a fiveyear TIPS was recently 0.7%, about 1.7 percentage points less than the yield of a conventional five-year Treasury security. But if inflation rises at a rate of more than 1.7% annually during the next five years, the total return of the TIPS— including interest payments and increases in principal—would exceed the return on the conventional Treasury. There are tax consequences that you should be aware of for individual TIPS. You might also consider investing in the TIPS market through closed-end funds or exchange-traded funds.

There is no guarantee that inflation will rise soon, and experts disagree about the outlook. But by holding a diversified fixed-income portfolio that includes TIPS and other higher-quality bonds, you may be more prepared for whatever challenges—and opportunities— tomorrow’s markets present.

Martin Mauro is a Fixed-Income Strategist for BofA Merrill Lynch Global Research.

For more information, contact Merrill Lynch Financial Advisor, Thomas Mays of the Miami office or www.fa.ml.com/Mays *Any guarantee by the U.S. Government, its agencies or instrumentalities applies only to the payment of principal and interest on the guaranteed security and does not guarantee the yield or value of that security. **The credit quality ratings represent those of Moody’s Investors Service, Inc. (“Moody’s”) or Standard & Poor’s Corporation (“S&P”) credit ratings. The ratings represent their opinions as to the quality of the securities they rate. Ratings are relative and subjective and are not absolute standards of quality. The security’s credit quality does not eliminate risk. ***Source: Merrill Lynch Trading Desk, October 16, 2009 Merrill Lynch Wealth Management makes available products and services offered by Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated (MLPF&S) and other subsidiaries of Bank of America Corporation.

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Chilorio’s Very Mexican opens locations in Gables, S. Miami

Upon entering Chilorio’s, guests are enveloped by a completely different Mexican atmosphere.

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BY ANDI FUENTES

Chilorio’s Very Mexican, a fast-casual fresh Mexican restaurant, has announced the grand opening of two area locations.

The flagship restaurant in Coral Gables is located at 130 Miracle Mile and the South Miami location is at 8211 S. Dixie Hwy. The Coral Gables and South Miami locations offer an intimate décor with clean lines and bright colors, inside and outdoor seating, and an authentic Mexican feel that is perfect for dine-in guests.

The restaurant’s unique proposition is the insistence to stay true to its heritage by offering only dishes made from authentic Mexican recipes, many of which were provided by the owner’s mother. All menu items are prepared fresh daily, from the salsas to the tortillas, utilizing only the finest ingredients.

Beyond freshness and authenticity, Chilorio’s offers unique fare not typically seen in fast-casual restaurants, such as grilled cactus and the famous “Chilorio” sauce that gives each dish a unique twist.

“People have asked why I would open ‘another Mexican restaurant’ when there seems to be many out there already,” said Diego Cortes, founder of Chilorio’s Very Mexican. “Firstly, it’s clear there is a high demand for this market segment, and secondly, and more importantly, not one of the other fast-casual chains provides guests with authentic fresh Mexican recipes. The taste at Chilorio’s will set a new standard in

Mexican cuisine.”

Both locations offer affordable, flavorful, authentic, fresh, healthy and very Mexican food. Chilorio’s features a variety of authentic Mexican dishes, including grilled burritos, quesadillas, enchiladas, tacos, tostadas, fajitas, soups, old recipe guacamole, a kids menu and many desserts. Chilorio’s also offers different types of chips and more than 10 different types of salsas.

“We are excited about offering authentic fresh Mexican flavors to Coral Gables and South Miami,” Cortes said. “The residents and business people in these areas are looking for a restaurant that is casual, fun, healthy, delicious and authentically Mexican. The atmosphere and focus is on healthy, affordable, flavorful food that generates excitement.”

Upon entering Chilorio’s, guests are enveloped by a completely different Mexican atmosphere. The seats are covered with real Mexican newspaper, the tables, walls and ceilings are the colors of modern Mexico. The music ranges from Salsa, Cumbia, Guapacheras, Pop, Mexican Pop, and Mariachi at a perfect volume to hold a conversation with friends.

The restaurants are open 10 a.m.-10 p.m.

Sunday through Thursday, and 10 a.m.-11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.

For more information and to view the menu, visit online at <www.chilorios.com> or call the Coral Gables location at 305444-5044 and the South Miami location at 305-669-9898.

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The ‘Where To’ Shop is a staple

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Due to zoning and building regulation wars, many businesses were forced to leave the Bird Road Art District. New building codes were being enforced and fines placed on those who did not comply. Now this area has won the zoning wars and is steadily growing with new merchants and merchandise from the most exotic to the most innovative of products. The Bird Road Art District, as always, is open to the public while offering trade specific items and services.

Amongst the array of businesses, Zoffinger Interiors, specializes in designing high-end residential and commercial interiors. Inspired by the natural beauty of South Florida, Zoffinger Interiors creates extraordinary spaces, while keeping with today’s trends and your personal style. Immediately walking into their showroom, you will experience a taste of Zoffinger’s designs; a unique blend of traditional and modern highend furniture and accessories. Other services are offered for hospitality, space planning, model homes, event planning, holiday decoration, and/or consultations. Z. Interiors has a full team of licensed and insured subcontractors that are just as meticulous as designers Natalie and Maria Elena Zoffinger, to complete the most innovative of projects.

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Professional styling, for your little one, is offered at no cost with your purchases. Visit Warm Hearts today, for the cutest of spring fashions.

Glass art does not only belong in churches. Check out Rowe Studio Art Glass for a one of a kind custom piece of glass art that you can display anywhere from your business, home, or even as an accessory.

Founded over 36 years ago by the late Brian Rowe, Lynne Rowe has continued to carry on the legacy. Glass designs are original and can be purchased, in the studio. Lynne offers classes on how to create this unique form of art, both on the torch and in the kiln. Prices range from as little as $20 per hour to $200 for extended sessions. Known mostly for offering designs and fabrication of stained glass, sandblasting, mosaics and jewelry, are also offered. You can purchase here any materials for creating your own glass art custom pieces. Visit the showroom TuesdaySaturday from noon to 5pm, or their website at: www.RoweArtGlass.com for more details and schedules.

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of the Bird Road Art District walls of Castelli’s boutique. Catering to high-fashion minded city slickers, Castelli’s has been voted #1 by South Florida’s Prom & Graduation Committee, while participating in various fashion shows in Miami. Castelli’s offers all types of styles from classic to contemporary chic, for both day and evening designer attire at lower costs. This boutique is a one of a kind elegance. Owner Sandra Infante-Zibilich, has an incredible eye for what customers look for in today’s fashion.

Any occasion is their specialty. Come today and make your one of a kind dress dream come true.

Get your upholstery needs met at Rada Upholstery, where you can find a plethora of fabrics to fit any design preference. Rada is a one stop shop for custom design in wall paper, pillows, linens, window treatments, furniture, monogramming and more. Rafael Gonzalez, owner, and his team have the professional experience to design and create any custom piece with luxurious fabrics and textiles. Their attention to detail and friendly demeanor provide clients with an excellent customer service and repeat business for Rada. Your furniture could not be left in better hands.

Like many moms, Debbie Diaz had a hard time finding great shoes she liked for her 4 year old daughter. That’s when she decided to open her own kids shoe store. For 14 years, Step By Step, has become a Mecca for the shoe lovers and fashionable moms.

The store stocks a wide variety of brands and price points to appeal to Miami’s diverse population. Diaz makes sure to keep her footwear offerings fresh and exciting. And as the market changes, she continues to tweak her assortment. She also has been stocking more of what she calls” French Fry” items such as: hair accessories, tights, pencil cases, wallets, and the like. As a shopper herself, Diaz ensures a friendly service. This focus on service, together with her unique footwear selection, have made Diaz’ store a favorite of the locals, here in the Bird Road Art District.

Step By Step is expanding to a new location, in front, across the parking lot. Visit the store Monday- Friday from 11:00 to 5:30 p.m. and Saturday from 11:00 to 6:00 p.m. or the website : www.stepbystepmiami.com for more details.

The deep aroma of rich tobacco permeates through Mesa’s Cigars, where you can smoke, lounge, and sip delectable wine and beer. If you seek alternate social events and outings, come to Mesa’s Cigars where the whole shop becomes a lounge with music and where ladies drink free, from Thursday through Saturday. You can even have your special event hosted at Mesa’s. Monthly events, like sports games, domino and poker tournaments, are currently booked here.

Aside from the social realm, cigars can be purchased at wholesale prices. Apart from name brand cigars, here you find house blend cigars, with filler binder and wrapping, from Esteli, Nicaragua. Rolling cigar services are also available for any event or occasion. Visit their website at www.mesacigars.com for more information and a schedule of events.

Look for this article in any of the following Tuesday papers (Kendall Gazette, South Miami News, Coral Gables News, or Palmetto Bay News) to update yourself with the many businesses and services, which are a part of this Bird Road Art District. Don’t keep this a secret and share the news about this cluster of diverse shops in your community, to your friends, family, and acquaintances. Make it an exciting adventure to get great finds. There are many cafes and restaurants surrounding the Bird Road Art District to satisfy any appetite and to complete a wonderful shopping experience. Be sure to take a copy of this article to any of the participating advertisers to receive a 10% discount on your purchases. You couldn’t ask for more from this centric, one-stop shop Art District, with a great diversity of unique shops and services, affordable prices, friendly atmosphere.

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Cantor Rachelle Nelson (left) is congratulated by Temple Beth Am president Richard Hoffman, Esq. for earning the Glass Ceiling Award for 2010.

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Cantor Rachelle Nelson of Temple Beth Am was honored recently with the Glass Ceiling Award for 2010. The award, presented by the Jewish Museum of Florida, honored six outstanding women who have been successful in fields generally dominated by men.

Nelson was the first vested Reform female cantor in Miami-Dade and Broward

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Nelson recently released a new CD, along with Rabbi Terry Bookman, titled Bless Our Holy Days. Her original music is played internationally in nearly every Reform synagogue in the U.S. as well as many in Europe and Israel.

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Author’s father was psychic and healer

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Growing up, Philip Smith watched his father go from a high society interior decorator to the rich and famous — people like Walt Disney and former Cuban president Carlos Prio — to a man whose main concern was to help people through his healing powers.

“Our house was a cross between Lourdes and Bewitched,” Smith said. “I saw miracles at home all the time. I just assumed that this what everyone did.”

Lew Smith was a psychic and a healer in the 1960s. Philip Smith said his father discovered he could heal people and he learned he could talk to dead people. In fact, the elder Smith most often was contacted by deceased physicians who taught him how to diagnose ailments and how to heal. His father would get up at 4 a.m. to take dictation from the dead.

“It was almost like a correspondence school,” he said.

The elder Smith discovered his healing power when he went to a lecture by the famous medium Arthur Ford.

“Someone called him over, said he could see by his aura that he could heal people,” Smith said.

That man told Lew Smith to put his hand on his shoulder and when Smith did, his hands heated up and he healed that person. had no secrets. Fooling around Lew Smith’s desire to help peowith my girlfriend or getting ple had consequences. high, he always knew,” Smith “My father attracted the attensaid. tion of the FDA and the authoriBecause he saw how the ties,” he said. “I was very careful power to heal affected his when I left the house not to talk father’s life, Philip Smith about it because I knew I could turned away from developing get my father into trouble.”

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“I felt that I wanted to honor my father and Smith said his father felt his healing was a gift and he needed to give back to the his work, because what he did was extraordinary,” he said. community.

Interestingly, around the time he turned the Smith eventually gave up his interior design practice to become a fulltime healer. book in, he found a folder of notes from the The family’s lifestyle plummeted and they dead people. In the notes was a message to lived just above the poverty line because his his dad, telling him to organize the notes father did not take payment for healing. because Philip was going to write a book.

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The Village of Pinecrest will be hosting the Earth Day Festival at Pinecrest Gardens, 11000 Red Rd., on Sunday, Apr. 25, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Open free to the general public, the festival will feature a farmer’s market, green vendors, workshops and demonstrations on a variety of “earth-friendly” topics, interactive and environmental educational opportunities, garden tours, school performances and more. This festival is the perfect opportunity to spend a fun-filled day with your family at the hidden treasure in our own back yard, Pinecrest Gardens.

As part of the event, the village will sponsor an Earth Day Art Contest for area school children, designed to educate and motivate the community to make “Earth Day Every Day.” Entries will be exhibited in the newly restored Historical Entrance Building. Judging categories are photography, sculpture and poetry. One winner will be selected in each category and gifted with a $125 Apple gift card by Miss Earth Florida 2009 Michelle Piwko who will be present throughout the day for photo opportunities and officiating duties.

Visitors to the Pinecrest Earth Day Festival also might want to take advantage of the electronic recycle/salvage drop off station, which will be accepting the following goods throughout the day: • Computers and peripherals (mouse, key pad, cables, etc.); • Imaging equipment (printers, scanners, copiers, fax machines, and plotters);

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These items will be kept out of the landfills and will be recycled, donated or salvaged for parts, in keeping with the spirit of Earth Day. The will be free workshops and demonstrations throughout the day on a number of “green, earth-friendly” topics including: • Clean Natural Gas; • Green Alternatives to Insect Control, Fertilizing and Weed Control • Can the Florida Everglades Be Saved; • Alternative Fuels — Reducing Our Foreign Oil Dependence; • Pathway to Solar Power; • Greening Your Home; • Recycling, and • Wildlife Presentations.

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For more information about the free workshop schedule open to the general public visit the village’s website at <www.pinecrest-fl.gov>.

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HJCC students participate in Leadership Conference Anthony Taylor, director for Homestead Job Corps Center, is pictured along with Student Government Association members on the capitol steps during a day spent meeting with members of Congress.

BY LEE STEPHENS

Homestead Job Corps Center (HJCC) students participated in ResCare’s 14th Annual Student Leadership Conference, Mar. 22-25. They were among more than 150 student government leaders, representing all ResCare Job Corps centers, who came to Washington, DC, to participate.

First-hand lessons in government, workshops on leadership, diversity, and career preparation, as well as inspiring remarks from Job Corps’ new national director, Edna Primrose, were part of the activity-filled week. The conference is yet another example of the life-changing

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Job Corps is a federally funded program through the U.S. Department of Labor.

ResCare operates many Job Corps centers throughout the nation, including the one in Homestead.

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Cancer Support Community — new name, same mission

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BY NANCY EAGLETON

The Wellness Community-Greater Miami has changed its name to Cancer Support Community.

Although the name has changed, the mission of the organization remains the same — to provide psychological and emotional support programs, free of charge, to people with cancer and their loved ones.

The name change is the result of the national level merger of The Wellness Community National and Gilda’s Club Worldwide. The combined organization, Cancer Support Community, now is one of the largest professionally led networks of cancer support worldwide.

“We believe that our new name better reflects what we do,” said Pam Zakheim, founder and executive director of the Miami organization. “Nothing else is changing. We will still offer the same wide range of support services we have always offered, and they will continue to be provided free of charge. All donations we receive will still be completely tax deductible and the money raised in Miami will stay in Miami.”

The name change announcement was made at the organization’s annual fundraiser, the Heart of Gold Gala, held on Mar. 20 at the Eden Roc Miami Beach. The event featured a fabulous silent auction live auction hosted

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music and dancing by the Z-6 Band. This year’s Heart of Gold cancer survivor, David Octavio Gandell, was honored as international recording gospel singer Javen sang Count It All Joy during an inspiring slide show.

“Our ability to help support and give hope to thousands of families dealing with cancer would not be possible without the time, dedication and heart-felt generosity of our host committee and local community,” said Cindy Eckhart, director of development of Cancer Support Community. “We’d like to thank Nordstrom, our Presenting Sponsor, and our Gold Sponsors including Rudy Kranys, Sharon Kranys, Adam Carlin, Ollie Hill, and Bonnie and Rick Muller. The event raised over $200,000.”

As the number of cancer survivors in the United States surpasses 12 million, the need and demand for support services is increasing. At Cancer Support Community Greater Miami, people with cancer develop the emotional stamina needed as they go through their treatments and are provided with the knowledge to enable them to find hope and support at all stages of their disease. The support groups, educational workshops, mind-body stress reduction programs and social activities offered are all facilitated by paid professionals licensed in their fields of expertise.

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Premiere Center aids victim of cosmetic surgery scam

BY NANCY EAGLETON

The Premiere Center for Cosmetic Surgery in Miami recently performed a complimentary cosmetic procedure at its facility for a patient who was a victim of a cosmetic surgery scam.

Kathleen Beane scheduled surgery with a now defunct illegitimate “competitor” who took her payment in full for two procedures, but failed to provide the services.

They continue to deny her a refund.

Unfortunately, Beane is just one among many who are victims of cosmetic surgery scams.

After learning about Beane’s plight on the news, Premiere Center sought immediately to reestablish credibility in the field.

The Premiere Center contacted her and set up a free consultation with plastic surgeon Dr. Gloria Thomas. After determining that Beane was indeed a candidate for surgery, the Premiere Center offered to provide her procedures free of charge at their facilities in Coconut Grove.

She was comfortably reassured about moving forward with the procedures at Premiere Center. When asked if her experience at Premiere Center was what she had expected, she replied that after so many hostile experiences, she, in fact, was “flabbergasted” by the level of care the Premiere Center provides.

Beane claims that other clinics pressured her into a decision and “took advantage of her.” Thinking back, she finds it unsettling that at some offices she could request a doctor that would perform any surgery she desired, whether it was safe and appropriate for her or not.

After her consultation with Dr. Thomas, however, Beane said the way she was treated was “totally different.” She really appreciated the relaxed and informative

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“I’m at ease!” Beane said. “I have faith in her. You’ll see my results and they’ll be good.”

Dr. Thomas performed Beane’s surgery and was glad that she felt comfortable at the Premiere Center.

Dr. Thomas compared plastic surgery to religion, and said, “There are many

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Happy to provide the services free of charge to alleviate Beane’s emotional distress, the Premiere Center hopes that others looking for a dependable cosmetic surgery center will remain assured that there are reputable and conscientious facilities in South Florida.

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The Premiere Center offers consultations and information free of charge and encourages patients to be discriminating in their choice of a cosmetic center.

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“Our best patient is an informed patient.

Don’t trust any part of your body with a surgeon unless you’ve really checked the place out. Make sure the surgeons are board certified and check each doctor’s credentials. Premiere Center has been around for 15 years and we hope to be around for 15 more,” she said.

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An impressive collection of artist legend Peter Max’s exquisite paintings will be available for acquisition at the Max in the Grove Gallery, 2996 McFarlane Rd. in Coconut Grove.

Exhibit previews begin May 8 and the exhibit extends through Sunday, May 16, and meet the artist appearances are Saturday, May 15, 7-10 p.m., and Sunday, May 16, 1-4 p.m. More than 150 unique works are available for acquisition and all appearances are open to the public.

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This exhibit features paintings of the new Barack Obama portraits, Miami’s much loved and iconic “Shaq,” the Statue of Liberty, Max’s famous “Flag” pieces, “Umbrella Man” and the prestigious 10Cent Stamp bearing the title “Preserve the

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Taking on a life size portrait of 7-foot-1 NBA super star Shaquille O’Neil was even a big deal to the artist who had painted a Boeing 777 super jet for Continental Airlines and a 500-foot stage for the Woodstock ’99 Music Festival.

“I wanted to make the painting of Shaq larger than life,” Max said. “But painting him to his actual dimensions was mind boggling itself. When people saw it at my studio they couldn’t believe that it was just life size.”

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Max also has painted Presidents Clinton and Obama, the Dalai Lama and Nelson Mandela, Paul McCartney and Mick Jagger, and Mickey Mantle and Muhammad Ali, to mention a few.

“Shaq’s great personality matches his physical stature,” Max said. “He has been a pleasure to get to know and I am proud to have him as a new friend.”

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Mitsubishi Galant has revised engine, better fuel economy Ron Beasley AUTOMOTIVE EDITOR

LET’S TALK CARS The 2010 Mitsubishi Galant continues as an economical family sedan with nice styling and lots of advanced technology, but don’t look for it with a six-cylinder engine anymore.

The front-wheel drive Galant — built in the Mitsubishi plant in Normal, IL — is offered this year in only two trim levels, ES and SE, both powered by a 160-hp 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine paired to a four-speed automatic transmission with a Sportronic manual shift mode.

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