Sunny Isles Beach Sun 3.28.2011

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Community Newspapers SERVING MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SINCE 1958

MARCH 28, 2011

S unny I sles B each Sun

VOL. 29, NO. 13

Pier into the future City of Sunny Isles Beach Cultural & Human Services

Department Upcoming Events

BY BARI AUERBACH

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ier into the future” of Sunny Isles Beach – and predictions for even more great amenities will soon be coming to fruition. From restoration of the historic Newport Fishing Pier – to the grand opening of Heritage Park, residents and visitors have a lot to look forward to as Sunny Isles Beach city officials and city staff continue striving to make the best even better. RENEWING THE NEWPORT PIER At the March 17 City Commission meeting, discussion items included an update on restoration of the historic Newport Fishing Pier, expected to be complete by spring of next

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he Cultural & Human Services department hosts events throughout the year. Here you will find a listing of the upcoming city events, and any important information you should know in order to attend. Sawgrass Mills, Sunrise, F l o r i d a , Wednesday, M a rch 30, 2011, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Ready to visit Florida’s largest outlet mall? Then register today for a day of shopping at Sawgrass Mills. Price includes transportation and discount coupon booklet. The City Shuttle leaves SIB Government Center at 10:00 am and departs

Sawgrass Mills at 4:00 pm returning to SIB Government Center by 5:00 pm. Heavy walking required. The cost is $10 for residents and $15 for non-residents. AARP Ta x R e t u r n P re p a r a t i o n and Filing, We d , M a r. 30, 2011, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm, Sunny Isles Beach Government Center, First Floor Meeting Room, (18070 Collins Avenue) For taxpayers with low to middle income, with special attention to ages 60+. Taxes prepared by trained volunteers provided by AARP Tax-Aide Foundation. Free – No Reservation required.

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"Audience members pose with the pianist, Damira Feldman (right), after one of the "Behind the Piano Scores" educational performances offered at Pelican Community Park."

Sunny Isles Beach offers a variety of Senior Programs BY STEPHANIE DETHOMAS

from February 2 to April 13th for taxpayers with low and middle incomes with special attention to ages 60+. It is held in the SIB Government Center, First Floor Meeting Room. No reservation is required. AARP Driving Safety Course (Fee-based) Offered once or twice yearly in the winter season at the 1st Floor Meeting Room in the Sunny Isles Beach Government Center from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Brush up your driving skills and apply for an insurance discount with successful completion of the class. Call 305.792.1706 for details. Annual Anniversary Party (Free) A City celebration held annually in June at

Public Information/Events Specialist

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he following City-sponsored services, classes, and activities are offered by the Cultural & Human Services Department. For dates, times, and more information check the quarterly Calendar of Programs and Events. Most classes are offered in 4 week sessions. You may pick up a copy of the Calendar of Programs and Events at the Government Center, 18070 Collins Avenue, or Pelican Community Park, 18115 North Bay Road. AARP Tax Preparation Services (Free) Tax preparation services offered by AARP (American Association of Retired Persons) each year on Wednesdays from 10am to 2pm

The City of Sunny Isles Beach, Cultural & Human Services Department, presents the following upcoming events.

AARP Driving Safety Class

TUESDAY, APRIL 5, 2011 Wicked Broward Center for the Performing Arts 7:00 pm

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