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The Broncos being forced out BY GRANT MILLER Editorial Why has the Village of Palmetto Bay decided to force the Palmetto Bay football and cheerleading Broncos out of Coral Reef Park? I just don’t understand. On the campaign trail of Robert Orban and Brian Pariser for Vice Mayor, both men stated they were going to work on a plan to fix the problems between the village and the Broncos. WELL, VICE MAYOR PARISER, before you had taken office, the village sent a letter to the Broncos demanding that they vacate the storage building and the concession stand as of December 15. It is impossible to run a football and cheerleading program without an equipment room and concession stand. The village has stated that in the future, after the new building is built, the Broncos may be able to rent equipment space for a short period of time during football season and the village will run the concession stand for themselves. What is interesting, Palmetto Bay’s sister cities, the Village of Pinecrest and the Town Of Cutler Bay, both give their youth football and cheerleading programs free equipment room space and free use of the concession stand. Out of 12 area Pop Warner football and cheerleading groups, all of them get free equipment storage year-round from the county, and regarding the concessions, the county gets about 10 percent in sales. Out of the other football programs (approximately 30) throughout MiamiDade, I could only find one that does not have an equipment room, and there is no building on that property. What is interesting is that the building that the village is knocking down was built 30 years ago for the football and baseball program that was serving the Coral Reef Park area.

What is interesting is that the same small group of vocal residents living near the park the 30 years ago didn’t want organized youth sports at Coral Reef Park then. They wanted it to be a passive park when the county built it. The county wanted to light the baseball fields, but the neighbors didn’t want them and finally the county agreed not to put lights in and they built Chapman field to accommodate night games. What is interesting is that some of the neighbors near the park have stated that organized sports bring too much traffic, and don’t allow locals to enjoy the park. What is interesting is that the Palmetto Bay Broncos is a culturally diverse group of football players and cheerleaders; approximately 50 percent of Broncos are African American, 25 percent are Hispanic, 25 percent are Anglos and 99 percent of the teams that come to Coral Reef Park to play them are African American. Well, what are the demographics of Palmetto Bay?

The racial makeup of the village in 2000 was 62 percent Anglos, 27 percent Hispanics and 7 percent African Americans. What is interesting is that not many neighbors complain about the art festival or the village anniversary gatherings, and those bring a lot of traffic and parking problems. Coral Reef Park was built to be a regional park that serves all the people, not just the people on the east side of the tracks. Yes, Miami-Dade County gave the village the park, but please read the fine lines in that contract. Serve all the people. The Broncos give 500 children a chance to participate each year, have won national football and cheerleading championships and every year student athletes get recognized for national academic teams. They provide our young people not only with exercise and recreation, but also teach the importance of being team players and teach leadership skills, valuable

lessons that will serve them throughout their lives and help them be better citizens in the community and beyond. I keep hearing the Village wants the Broncos to follow the same rules and regulations that everyone else follows. Huh... interesting. The art festival... do they pay user fees for using the park, and who pays for the cops who protect that event? Huh... interesting. Over 1,000 businesses in the Village of Palmetto Bay and where does the Farmer’s Market end up? In front of Councilwoman Shelley Stanczyk’s business. Huh... interesting. The Village builds Palmetto Bay Park only for girls’ softball. Huh, wonder why? Lets all follow the same rules. So, Vice Mayor Pariser, as you stated during your campaign, you support the Broncos, and as the highest vote-getter in the Village of Palmetto Bay, people believe in you. Do the right thing. Don’t kick the Broncos out.

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The Palmetto High Panthers are on the prowl Michael Miller EXECUTIVE EDITOR

AROUND TOWN Donna Latshaw wrote to tell us that “I wanted to bring to your attention that Palmetto Girls’ Volleyball won Regional Finals on Saturday November 15 to advance to State Finals for the first time in 31 years! Off we go to Lakeland on Wednesday. I will be there to take care of my new little grandson while Mom coaches!” It should be pointed out that “Mom” is Donna’s daughter, Kim Latshaw, the Palmetto coach who brought her Panthers team to the finals despite a 3-1 loss to Royal Palm Beach in the semifinals of the 6A state volleyball tournament. The Panthers previously had a 15 game winning streak. No word as of our deadline time, but we bet they did well. Now don’t forget… Palmetto Bay Village offices will be closed Thursday and Friday, Nov. 27-28 in observance of Thanksgiving (and that great shopping day thereafter). They say they hope you have a safe and nutritious holiday. And by the way, don’t forget to mark Dec. 1 on your calendars as the day for the next Village Council Meeting. They’ll be swearing in the two new council members, Brian Pariser as Vice Mayor and Howard Tendrich as the new councilman for District 2. Council members only get sworn in at the beginning of their terms, which makes it a special moment, as opposed to the other times

(hopefully not often) when they get sworn at. Just kidding guys, although we have seen a few meetings that got a bit rowdy… And these items from South Miami: Bicycle Bob and some 4,000 others got their wish and now it’ll take 5 out of 5 commissioners to get some zoning issues passed and the same for some financial things like city loans. It was even close for the other side and I was one of those on the other side of that issue (ouch). It was around 64 percent plus that wanted the 100 percent approval of the full commission for these two items that were on the Nov. 4th ballot. “It’s a good thing, you know, getting the whole commission to want it,” said several voters that talked to me AFTER they voted. And since they asked me, I told them that the old way, which required 4 out of 5, seemed to be working fine all these years, but alas I mumbled, “That’s democracy and the voters wanted it, so that’s the way it is.” Now, on to the unintended (or perhaps intended) consequences: The African Americans, formerly known as Blacks, living on this side of the “tracks” got stiffed once again. Yup, after being so close to bringing real development to the poorest, most uneducated, most crime ridden, drug infested, drug dealing area in all of South Miami, this commission, which had already stopped the Madison Square project, brought forth this new 5 out of 5 votes which puts the proverbial nail in the coffin and cuz the chances of getting all the votes just ain’t gonna happen, at least any time soon,

this commission got what it wanted—a sure fire way to “keep ‘em down.” Hey, but that’s Democracy and that’s the way it goes for the people in power and for all the rest of us who aren’t. Okay, here’s a thinker for you: If a public official buys a house and claims he is single and takes title as a single person, yet he is really married, what regulatory agency would want to know about it? And what’s this thing called “Right of Survivorship?” And these items from Kendall: West Kendall’s activist Jane Walker who co-led a campaign to halt DPW widening of S.W. 104 Street is among those pushing for greater participation by Kendall residents, both in the KFHA of which she is now Executive Vice President, and Community Council actions. Says she: “We are actively seeking new members, both individuals as well as condominium and homeowner associations. We want to hear their voices. Now, more than ever, mounting home foreclosures jeopardize association budgets because of defaults on dues and fees. Actions must be taken to see that these associations remain solvent and empowered to keep their communities running soundly.” Thanksgiving Day dinner feast buffetstyle is planned at Miami Elks Club at 10301 Sunset Drive where a triple-entrée hot carving station with all the homestyle fixin’s and a “luscious” dessert choice is available from 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Thursday, November 27 for a nominal $22 or $11 per child. Reservations were being taken at 305-270-8184. Latest Letter to Mayor Carlos Alvarez

from ‘Mayor’ Martha Backer (of West Kendall) wonders “about the computer which is supposed to fix the street lights so they are synchronized” for improved traffic flow. When can we expect what we were promised a year or two ago? she asks after a KFHA meeting was told that Kendall Drive traffic lights are already synchronized for the new BRT bus line, coming in two years. By the way, the last we heard about the new Killian Branch Library was that it had received approval of the County Commission Recreation and Cultural Affairs Committee on November 7 and is now on a Commission agenda for re-zoning asked by the Director of the Department of Planning and Zoning to delete a covenant attached to the existing property stipulating development with six residences. The hearing is set for Thursday, December 4, 9:30 a.m. in the Commission Chambers at the Clark Government Center downtown, and may be the last chance for nearby residents to state their objections to the combined park-library project. For information, call 305-375-2565. Thought of the Day: The Founding Fathers gave the free press the protection it must have [to] bare the secrets of government and inform the people. — Hugo L. Black Gary Alan Ruse and Richard Yager contributed to this story. Got any tips? Contact me at 305-6697355, ext. 249, or send e-mail to <Michael@communitynewspapers.com>.

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Over 1/3 of registered voters didn’t vote. Why? R. Kenneth Bluh VIEWPOINT KENNETH’S COMMENTARY Thirty six percent of the registered voters in America didn’t bother to vote in our presidential election. Why that many didn’t cast ballots is probably a bigger question than why did voters select Obama over McCain. I am over 70 and I can’t remember an election that has so grabbed the public’s attention. Everywhere I went, the conversation was “Obama this, Obama that,� or “McCain this, McCain that.� It seemed to be the only subject of conversation. No one even asked, “What’s going on in Iraq?� A subject that dominated our headlines for years was suddenly pushed back to page 6, if it was mentioned at all. You would have thought that 99.99 percent of those registered would have voted. I have asked a dozen friends, “Why

did so many registered voters neglect to vote.� Some suggested that “a threehour line discouraged them,� they went home and never went back to vote. “It was raining!� “What does one vote mean?� “Many just don’t care!� There are nations where voters stand in line for days for the opportunity, yet they vote. Voters are shot at by opposition party loyalists while in line, yet they vote. India once used ballots with pictures of the candidates as many voters couldn’t read, yet they voted. Men have died in prison because they “spoke out.� Yet their supporters continued to vote. So what is the problem with Americans? Has our country grown so large that we individually feel insignificant and our vote really doesn’t count? Many blame the existence of the Electoral College. “I voted but my vote really doesn’t count.� My Brazilian-born wife, who recently became an American citizen, and voted in her first presidential election, asked a simple question: “Why not just count our votes? Whoever gets the most votes wins. It’s just that simple,� she said, as we stood in line for three hours and 15

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on Dec. 15) to vote for the candidate who received the largest number of national votes on Election Day. So far four states have done just that — Hawaii, Illinois, New Jersey and Maryland. As hard as it is to pass such a law in Florida it would much easier than amending our national Constitution. The next question is: How many “eligible� voters haven’t bothered to register? We may find that far less than half the “eligible� voters voted, not just 64 percent of the “registered� voters who did vote.

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Danny Berry adds batting cages to baseball offerings BY LINDA RODRIGUEZ BERNFELD Long known for his youth baseball program at the Dave and Mary Alper Jewish Community Center, Danny Berry now has expanded his program to offer batting cages to the public. “I have 10 batting cages out here now,” he said. “Five of the batting cages are automatic, with Iron Mike machines.” In those cages, you don’t have to pick up the balls; they are picked up for you, he said. The pitching arms have speeds from 40 to 85 miles per hour. “These are appropriate for ages 6 through high school,” Berry said. “It doesn’t throw the curve ball.” The other five cages are pitching tunnels, which allows two people to go and one person will pitch to the other. “They are good for private lessons,” Berry said. The cages are next to the baseball fields at 11155 SW 112 Ave. and can be rented for groups or individuals. “You can buy tokens for $2 a token,” he said. “You get 18 pitches per token. You can rent out the cages by the hour and the half hour. The automated cages are $30 for the hour. The hitting or pitching tunnels are $20 an hour.” Not only are the batting cages available for rent, but so are the ball fields. The nightly rentals are $50 for two hours or $15 for a half hour. Also available are memberships. Berry said for a

$250 membership, someone could come every day of the week to the use the automatic batting cages and they get up to 10 tokens per visit. “It’s a great deal,” he said. Those interested in renting the batting cages do not have to be JCC members to use the facilities. Private instruction now is available as well from former professional players Orlando Palmero and Tommy Duenas. “We’re always trying to improve the facility,” Berry said. “When I first came here, there was only one field. No light, no bathrooms. Now we have six fields, all lit; two air-conditioned bathrooms, and we have parking now. We have a full-service concession stand, a little sports shop.” He still is looking to improve the facility with bleachers with protective netting for spectators and he hopes to add a patio. Berry has two leagues — an instructional league for children ages 3-12 and a travel league. He has paid baseball coaches and all children in both leagues play in the games. His facility also hosts a men’s softball league and summer camps as well as birthday parties. The batting cages are available Monday through Thursday, 3 to 9 p.m.; Fridays, 4 to 6 p.m.; Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sundays, noon to 5 p.m. For more information on the batting cages, call 305271-9000, ext. 241.

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The program was so successful that her work was documented in conjuncThe Dave and Mary Alper JCC in tion with a University of Miami study, Kendall is targeting overweight teens and published in The Journal of Strength and Conditioning and teaching physical Research and Obesity and nutritional skills Research. for life, in an effort to The program is curb the trend toward structured to include excessive weight gain. three hours per week Through a grant focusing on strength from the Children’s training and aerobic Trust the JCC has crefitness with certified ated “Fit For Life,” a professionals, plus a 15-week long teen one-hour per week obesity prevention workshop on nutriprogram that is open tion, food preparato the community tion and healthy eatfree of charge. ing designed to modThe program’s ify existing behavior. director is Evelyn Another part of the Rosenblatt, a pubprogram includes lished author, nationEvelyn Rosenblatt goal setting with peral figure competitor, personal trainer, and an exercise physi- sonal accountability, and upon compleologist, who also is a former Miami- tion of the program the teens should Dade County high school science see improvement in physical fitness, self esteem and increased nutritional knowlteacher. “While teaching at Coral Gables edge. Commitment and attendance are Senior High, I definitely saw the need the key components to successful for a class that taught kids the impor- results. At the end of the 15 weeks, the tance of exercise and nutrition for a biggest bonuses are teens with healthy and long life,” Rosenblatt said. enhanced self-worth, increased stamina “So, I developed an Exercise Physiology and overall improved well-being. To enroll in the Fit For Life teen Science class.” The curriculum combined lectures weight-loss program, call Evelyn and individually designed exercise pro- Rosenblatt at 305-498-7882. The Dave and Mary Alper JCC on the grams that were dependent upon each student’s personal goals. Some of her Jay Morton-Levinthal Campus is located students dropped 60 pounds, and all at 11155 SW 112 Ave. For information about additional JCC fitness, recreationincreased their body muscle. “We studied the body’s anatomy and al and sports programs that are offered how it functioned, and then exercised at the Alper JCC, visit online at <www.alperjcc.org>. to improve it,” Rosenblatt explained.

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BY ROBERT HAMILTON Bobby Stevens, 12, recently won the 2008 Easykart (TAG) 60 Series Grand National Championship, and with it an all expenses paid trip to Italy to represent the USA in the World Finals. Unfortunately, due to commitments at school he could not attend the event. Bobby started racing at age 8 and has won the Homestead Regional Championship twice competing against some of the best from Central and South America, Canada and his buddies from Pinecrest, Palmetto Bay and the rest of Florida. He won the World Karting Association (WKA) FKCS Florida Championship in 2007. Bobby raced his way through Howard Drive Elementary and continues on through Palmetto Middle School. His home track is at Homestead Speedway via Homestead Karting run by Tony, Gina and Justin Schroeder, who have helped him reach the pinnacle of the series. Bobby’s mentor, Lucas Rego, his senior by two years from Palmetto High,

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The Children’s Trust honors the community’s champions BY ELOISE RODRIGUEZ Adorned in the yellow and green colors that have become synonymous with the Children’s Trust, Jungle Island played host to nearly 700 people who arrived for the Trust’s annual Champions for Children awards ceremony. Now in its fourth year, the event pays tribute to just some of the individuals and institutions that serve children in extraordinary ways. Political reporter Michael Putney served as emcee, opening the program by calling for a standing ovation in recognition of the Children’s Trust victory at the polls in August, which firmly establishes it in perpetuity in MiamiDade County. Addressing the crowd immediately afterwards, board chair David Lawrence Jr. also referred to the impressive 86 percent margin of victory by saying, “We have become a national example of a community that cares about its children.” The awards portion of the ceremony continued with the recognition of Lilia Garcia as this year’s Champion for Children for her lifetime of achievement and dedication to children. Garcia began her career as an art teacher 35 years ago in Miami-Dade Public Schools and recently retired as the head of the Division of Life Skills and Special Projects. Garcia’s leadership, influence, and guidance have spearheaded a wide array of innovative programs, including the district’s nationally recognized 19 magnet/talent schools; new media/digital programs; first film festival for children; first professional U.S. gallery for student-only works; Visiting Artists’ Program; Cultural Adventures Program; Portfolio/Performance Day Program; partnerships with every major arts institution in Miami-Dade County, and much more. Garcia glowed as she took to the stage to accept her award and express her continued commitment to arts education. Miami Mayor Manny Diaz received the Excellence Award for Public Policy for making the city’s children and youth a top priority. Mayor Diaz created the first ever “education compact” between a city and its public schools. He has helped foster youth civic engagement through the Miami Youth Councils and is engaging families with the City of Miami Families First Parent Academy. His “Heart of Our Parks” pro-

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gram has made city parks the central resource for robust after-school programs and summer camps. With a keen understanding of the impact of technology, he launched Elevate Miami, an initiative designed to erase the digital divide. Mayor Diaz said he firmly believes that a sustainable city can be achieved only by providing long-term opportunities for its children. In accepting the award, the mayor said he was encour-

aged by President-elect Barack Obama’s victory speech and the notion that we must strive to build a more perfect union. The YMCA Junior Marine Biology Camp, a program which offers kids ages 10-15 a hands-on summer program experiencing South Florida’s bountiful marine life, was awarded the Excellence Award for Youth Development Programming. CEO Alfred Sanchez accepted the award along with other

program administrators. “Thank you for the kids who, if not for funding from the Children’s Trust that allows for a program like this, would never set foot outside of their neighborhoods and wouldn’t have this kind of life-altering experience,” Sanchez said. The All Aboard Family Literacy Program of the Institute for Child and Family Health was honored with the Excellence Award for Early Childhood Programming. The program works with parents of children at Riverside Elementary in Little Havana to help improve their English skills and get them more actively involved in their child’s education. Parent to Parent of Miami was the winner of the Excellence Award for Programs for Children with Disabilities. A community resource center for families of children with special needs, Parent to Parent has helped thousands of families access advice and services, breaking the feeling of isolation many parents feel when their child is diagnosed with a disability of any kind. Lyse Deus was presented with the Excellence Award for Public Service for showing selfless dedication in the direct service of children through her work with the Injury Free Coalition for Kids as a safety educator on its Injury Free Mobil Unit. In the only previously unannounced award, the Children’s Trust director of Public Policy and Communications was named Employee of the Year. “I have the best job in the world,” said Diana Ragbeer, who is a seasoned and effective advocate for children and families at the state and national level. It was an afternoon of cheers and joy for award recipients and their supporters who filled the room. In addition to the many accolades and expressions of gratitude, guests were treated to outstanding performances by 65 boys and girls from the Norma Butler Bossard Elementary School Choir and four couples from the Shimmy Club, a group operating out of the Miami Lighthouse for the Blind, which teaches visually impaired youth how to dance the tango. The uplifting show stoppers and professionally produced videos highlighting each award recipient prompted the Children’s Trust CEO Modesto Abety to close the ceremony by saying, “We’ve seen so many inspiring examples of commitment and love, and we’re so proud that the Children’s Trust has had the opportunity to honor them.”

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Take ‘A Walk Through Jerusalem’ at Alper JCC during December BY SHEILA STIEGLITZ Are you ready to travel to one of the oldest cities in the world? No luggage is required when children and their families take an imaginary trip and experience “A Walk Though Jerusalem,” a hands-on exhibit opening Sunday, Dec. 7, at the Lisa Ann Watson Children’s Discovery Museum. Back by popular demand, the elaborately designed exhibit returns to the Alper JCC after a 10-year hiatus, bigger and better than before. Geared for grades K-6, the exhibit is designed to represent the eight gates of the walled old city of Jerusalem. Each gate explores a different theme and offers interactive activities for boys and girls to discover the history, geography and spirit of this unique city. The sights, sounds, and smells of Jerusalem come alive through poetry, archaeology, music and games. Old Jerusalem also is unique because it is divided into four quarters — Armenian, Christian, Jewish and Muslim — and is considered to be the spiritual center for three major religions of the world — Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Visitors to the exhibit can hear the calls to prayer for each faith and activities are planned to teach tolerance and to discover the abundance of diversity in this richly multi-cultural place. “A Walk Through Jerusalem” opens Sunday, Dec. 7, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and admission is $5 per family. Opening day activities include storytelling, refreshments, and an art project. The exhibit was created by the Striar Jewish Community Center and the Bureau of Jewish Education of Greater Boston, and agencies of Combined Jewish Philanthropies of

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Greater Boston. Your virtual tour to Israel wouldn’t be complete with out seeing the photographic images by artist Aiza Olmert, wife of Ehud Olmert, former Prime Minister of Israel. Olmert examines Tikkun, the Jewish imperative to heal and restore balance in the world, using eggshells as a metaphor in a collection of haunting photographs and constructions that convey the fragility of existence, the obstacles to survival, and the imperative to sustain life.

As a daughter of survivors of the Holocaust and as an artist whose life has been shaped by Israel’s struggle for security, Olmert’s works allude to the emotional toll of successive wars and ongoing terror. An exhibition of her photographic constructions opens on Dec. 7 at 1 p.m. at the Futernick Family Gallery and runs through Sunday, Jan. 4, 2009. “Olmert’s constructions — made of broken eggshells reunited with electrical wires and safety pins — are improb-

able works of art,” said coordinating curator Susan W. Morgenstein. “The only verbal clue by the artist is the title word Tikkun, a reference to our responsibility to, in a rough translation, repair the world.” The former first lady of Israel collects broken eggshells from her local Jerusalem bakery and painstaking repairs them with careful pinning and joining of the remains of shells out of which she constructs new formal arrangements. In Olmert’s computergenerated photographs, elements of the delicate and rather small original constructions are manipulated, isolated and repeated, allowing her compositions to grow in scale. The resulting larger-than-life photographs are new compositions based on the constructions, not pictures of them. In the installation process, completed photographs become part of larger compositions by hanging the works serially in stacks or in rows. For very young children up to age 5, the JCC is hosting the kickoff for the PJ Library. This event begins at 10 a.m. offers Jewish children the opportunity to be in a book club along with other kids around Miami-Dade County. Participating PJ families receive a book each month. For more information on the PJ Library call Jenni Person at 305607-4585 or send email to her at <imaperson@bellsouth.net>. For exhibit hours and more information on “A Walk Through Jerusalem” or “Aliza Olmert Tikkun,” call Suzy Breitner, Alper JCC director of Visual Arts at 305-271-9000, ext. 265. The Alper JCC’s Lisa Ann Watson Children’s Discovery Museum and Futernick Family Gallery are located at 11155 SW 112 Ave. Visit online at <www.alperjcc.org>.

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MIFF accepting submissions for short film competition BY TARNELL I. CARROLL The Miami International Film Festival (MIFF), presented by Miami Dade College (MDC), recently announced its first Florida-based film competition. Festival organizers are accepting submissions for the Florida Focus Short Film Competition until Dec. 19. Winners will be announced during the 26th Annual Miami International Film Festival taking place Mar. 6-15, 2009. The competition is open to amateurs as well as professionals and includes two specific categories — Miami Minis Shorts and Student Social Shorts. “Florida Focus is an important part of our festival so we can continue to provide a platform for Florida-based filmmakers to highlight their work,” said Valeria Sorrentino, assistant director of production for the Miami International Film Festival. “The Florida Focus Program helps to showcase the film industry in Florida and we wanted to take it to the next level by showcasing new and emerging filmmakers in their own competitions.” Florida Focus is a multi-layered program within the festival which showcases, promotes, and encourages the development of films and filmmakers within the state in general and South Florida specifically. It is sponsored by the Florida Governor’s Office of Film and Entertainment. Other programs being offered by Florida Focus include feature film presentations shot in Florida; the Miami Coalition for the Homeless PSA Competition, as well as seminars and classes.

“Florida has a long history as a major player in this value-added industry,” said Graham Winick, president of Film Florida and Film Commissioner for the City of Miami Beach. “The festival’s Florida Focus platform is an important vehicle to show the world what the state can do, in terms of locations, weather, infrastructure, film and digital arts schools and top notch cast and crew. We are very excited about these two competitions.” Competition categories: Student Social Shor t Film Competition (maximum 15 minutes) — Open to any student in Florida at the high school and college/university levels. The submission must include a socially relevant theme or message. Films submitted may be part of a class project or an independent piece. Miami Mini Shor t Film Competition (maximum 20 minutes) — Open to any filmmaker in Florida. However, submissions from Miami-Dade filmmakers are encouraged. The film can be of any genre and/or theme but must have a South Florida focus. Submissions in this category are open to filmmakers who have completed fewer than four films. The submission fee for the Student Social Short Competition is $5 for high school students and $10 for college or university students. The Miami Mini’s submission fee is $15. Each submission packet must include three copies of the films on DVD. For more information about the Miami International Film Festival or submission details about the Florida Focus Short Film Competition, visit online at <www.miamifilmfestival.com>, or call 305-237-FILM (3456).

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305.992.1543 305.233.5291 14973 So. Dixie Hwy • Miami, FL 33176 • www.josephs-salon.com

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Rummage & Craft Fest Miami Children’s Hospital Brain Institute to benefit children with neurological disorders

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Sunday, November 16th • Pinecrest Gardens • 9:00 am - 3:00pm Don’t want to move or deal with the Sale? DONATE IT! We can sell your donated goods at the Fest and all proceeds will go to Miami Children’s Hospital Brain Institute.

Interested in selling your own items? GET A SPACE! 10 x 10 space available in the Shady Pinecrest Gardens parking lot.

Call to pick up donated items. Must be in fair conditions please! Donation Checks Payable to: Miami Children’s Hospital Brain Institute.

For more info call Iris Suarez 305-345-5577

TRADITIONAL CHINESE ACUPUNCTURE

By Doctor from Shanghai, China. Practicing Chinese Acupuncture for Over 15 Years Specializing in Pain Control Acute or Chronic Pain (neck, shoulder, back, sciatic...) • Arthritis • Bursitis • Athletic Injuries • Anxiety • Sinusitis • Colitis • Weight Control • Allergies • Migraine & Headache • Hypertension • PMS & Gyn Problems • Immune Disorders • Stress & Depression • Sexual Disorder • Stop Smoking . . . Many other disorders, call to inquire. • We accept most Health Insurance & auto accident insurance HUI SHAO, AP, OMD FREE SOUTH MIAMI OFFICE • (305) 278-6588 CONSULTATION 9245 S.W. 157th Street, Suite #105, Miami, Fl 33157 FOR NEW CORAL GABLES OFFICE • (305) 461-4046 OFFICE IN 3310 Ponce De Leon Blvd., Suite #250, Coral Gables, FL 33134 SOUTH MIAMI www.acupunctureinmiami.com

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*Unless certain dental conditions exist. ADA codes: D0150, D0210, D0330, D9310. The patient and any other person responsible for payment has a right to refuse to pay, cancel payment, or be reimbursed for payment for any other service, examination, or treatment that is performed as a result of and within 72 hours of responding to the advertisement for the free, discounted fee, or reduced fee service, examination, or treatment.

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