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The original northwest Miami-Dade community newspaper for the Town of Miami Lakes & surrounding areas Vol. 42 No 7
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Cars for a Cure set for Main Street on April 10 raises funds to fight cancer The Miami Lakes Cars for a Cure is back and it’s shaping up to look better than last year’s event. At 10 a.m. on Sunday, April 10 on Main Street, about 170 classic cars will be on display as part of a fund-raiser to benefit the University of Miami Sylvester Cancer Center and honor the memory of former Vice Mayor Roberto Alonso, who had an affinity for vintage model automobiles. This year’s event will see more food vendors including Sports Grill and Geradino’s to serve up some of great dishes for participants admiring the classic vehicles, said Roberto Alonso Jr., the event’s organizer. “The big key this year is to see more Miami Lakes restaurants offering more options for food,” he said. “We wanted to see more vendors and big corporations for the fund-raiser.” Alonso said 100 percent of the proceeds will go to the University of Miami Sylvester Cancer Center. He said he hopes to have a doctor from the Cancer Center to speak about the deadly disease, as the goal is to make the event a big outreach for cancer awareness. In addition, the event will fea-
CLASSIC CARS and even tricked-out vehicles will be displayed on Main Street during the annual Cars for a Cure event. ture a Dee Jay for music, awards Companies. Alonso’s father created the first to the best classic cars, a raffle, and more importantly the focus of classic car show and following his death from cancer, his friends cancer awareness. “Cancer has touched every- coaxed his son to resume the event to honor his memory. one’s life,” Alonso said. But Alonso decided to turn it Alonso gave kudos to the students at Bob Graham Education into a fund-raiser for cancer Center for raising about $2,600 research. His father’s 1964 Chevy Coupe through donut sales for the Cars Super Sports car will be on display for a Cure event. The event is in conjunction at the event. with the Dolphins Cycling Challenge and The Graham
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Town Commander George Perez visits M.L. Chamber on April 13..(See Page 3)
Always At Your Side hosts community forum to promote use of R.A.M.P. medical forms Always At Your Side Adult Day Care, in cooperation with Miami-Dade Fire Rescue, is hosting a special event at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 13, to inform Miami Lakes residents about R-A.M.P.“Rescue-Allergies, Medications, Past Medical History.” Always At Your Side director Alexandra Alonso said the purpose of the event is to encourage people to understand that “Every Minute Counts” and the importance of having medical history and a list of current medications available to provide to Fire Rescue personnel. According to MDFR Battalion Chief Abel Fernandez, “When emergencies happen, every minute counts. Having your medical history - including what prescribed medicines you are taking - written out and available when a paramedic arrives can make a difference. “If the patient can’t tell us, and the family doesn’t know, the next best thing is to have the information written down ahead of time including all medications, aller-
CHIEF ABEL FERNANDEZ gies and pertinent medical conditions.” Miami-Dade Fire Rescue is encouraging Miami Lakes residents to have a ready-to-use form labeled as “R.A.M.P.” at home that will allow the family to have the information ready in case of an emergency. This form will cut vital time down while rescurers treat the family member. The event is free and open to all residents. Always At Your Side is located at 13965 N.W. 67 Avenue in the Lake Patricia Shopping Center. For more information, call 305-362-2202.
Town Council approves mail Run with Danny benefits Cystic Fibrosis ballot for May 17 regarding proposed charter amendments By David L. Snelling The Miami Laker staff The fate of Miami Lakes’ bureaucracy now lies in the hands of residents after the Town Council set an election date for voters to amend the city’s charter or keep it in tact. The May 17 mail-in ballot election will determine if residents want to shake up their government based on the suggested changes made by the Miami Lakes Charter Revision Commission, which submitted its final report and election cycle to council members last week.
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About 17,000 registered voters would be asked to change certain charter provisions or retain it through a paper ballot and subsequently mail in their votes. At a March 16 special meeting, council members, on a 5-1 vote, accepted the proposed amendments and the commission’s choice for the May special election despite some residents’ entreaties to select November to give them enough time to scrutinize the possible changes. Mayor Michael Pizzi cast the sole dissenting vote and Council-
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DANNY QUESADA schoolmates from elementary, middle school and Christopher Columbus High School who have, for many years, supported his fundraising efforts to fight Cystic Fibrosis, joined in the Running with Danny 5K at Hialeah Racetrack and Casino on March 19. (See story and photo on Page 2.)
n Town Council votes to renew long term agreement with Miami Lakes United Soccer.....3
n News and Notes of interest from the Town of Miami Lakes. See pages......................6 & 7
n Main Street Players present Stage Kiss opening April 22 at the Main Street Playhouse......10
n Pace alumni return to participate in “Spartans in the NFL” ceremony.............................18
n Main Street Banner Art contest winners featured in special exhibition....................................4
n South Florida Council Boy Scouts present 2016 Distinguished Citizen Awards.. .........8
n With 15-2 record, Goleman baseball team looks forward to District playoffs this month.....16
n Community Calendar, 13, School, sports and church news, 16-24, Classified ads.........24-27
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Charter mail-in ballot set for May 17 (Continued from Page 1) member Tony Lama was traveling on business. According to some residents, the proposed charter changes will polarize the town, as they believed it was politically motivated against the mayor and his reelection bid in November, but other residents said a new document on how the bureaucracy should be run would root out corruption, nix the bickering among lawmakers and bring the town more in line with a council-manager form of government. If residents reinstate the proposed run-off elections, they would change the course of the town’s November election in which candidates would need at least 51 percent of the votes to avoid a two-week showdown to be declared the winner. So far, 12 candidates are running for mayor and two council seats. Some residents embrace bringing back a run-off election because they want the winners to be elected by a majority, while others say
it would cost the financially vulnerable town more money with the addition of the mayor’s lawsuits against Miami Lakes. At the special meeting, some residents appeared lukewarm over the opportunity to vote on any charter changes and questioned the timing of the meeting and election, saying the proposed amendments attached to the agenda weren’t made available on the town’s website until less than 24 hours before the meeting. They said they needed more time to review the committee’s proposals and urged council members to choose the ballot for November and for a better voter turn out. David Bennett, who chaired the Miami Lakes Charter Revision Commission, said a November election may cause “ballot fatigue” considering the rash of questions and constitution amendments for voters to decide on during the presidential election. “A mail-in ballot gives residents time to read and understand the questions,” he said.
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The proposed charter amendment to require the entire Town Council pick Miami Lakes’ next town manager and city attorney with public input instead of the mayor didn’t sit well with some residents as well. Pizzi tried to convince his colleagues to pick November for the charter amendments vote, meaning the run-off election wouldn’t take effect until 2018 if residents approve to bring it back. Pizzi, Councilmembers Ceasar Mestre and Manny Cid and Slaton are running for mayor in November. But council members shot down his request despite a sevenminute speech on voting against the resolution since residents “didn’t receive adequate notice of the meeting and the agenda under the Citizens Bill of Rights.” Town Attorney Raul Gastesi disageed with Pizzi’s notion that the meeting was not advertised in a timely manner. “The date of the meeting was set a week in advance,” Gastesi said. “There is no notice problem here.” Mestre accused Pizzi of delaying the process and conceivably devising a scheme using rhetoric to get residents to speak in favor or against legislation that benefits him. “You’re very good at setting things up for council members to vote a certain way,” Mestre said. A complete guide to the mail-in ballot and all the charter questions will be included in the April 15 circulation of The Miami Laker.
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Running with Danny 5k gains support for Cystic Fibrosis The 5th annual Running with Danny 5K Race that was held on March 19 at Hialeah Racetrack and Casino was labeled a tremendous success by the Mike Quesada family, parents of Danny Quesada, who was diagnosed with Cystic Fibrosis nearly 14 years ago. The Quesadas, their friends, business associates and involved members of the community have been involved in raising funds for medical research to find treatments for the terminal disease. Proceeds from the Hialeah Park event will be presented to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation at the 2016 Great Strides Walk sched-
uled for Saturday, April 23, at Graham Park in Miami Lakes. Persons interested in participating in the Walk and to help raise funds to fight CF may sign up under “Team Name = Running with Danny” at the following link: http://fightcf.cff.org/site/TR/Great Strides/29_Florida_Ft_Lauderdal e?_team_id=45824&pg=team&fr _id=4975#teamRoster. Donations can also be made with a check made out to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and mailed to Link Construction c/o Danny Quesada @ 5350 N.W. 77 Court, Doral, FL 33166.
TOP FEMALE AND MALE FINISHERS in the Running with Danny 5K are joined by Danny Quesada (center) at Hialeah Racetrack and Casino on March 19. On left is Beth Walker, 25, and on right is Andy DelValle, 15.
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Council votes to renew United Soccer Club’s long term deal David L. Snelling The Miami Laker staff Miami Lakes United Soccer Club has won many tournaments and championships throughout Florida and elsewhere. But the community oriented organization scored perhaps its biggest victory in its 20-year history last week when the Town of Miami Lakes rejected an unsolicited bid from another soccer club to run the recreational and travel team programs at Royal Oaks Park, and in return pay the town about $53,000 a year for maintenance of the play fields. At the March 1 regular Town Council meeting, members of the United Soccer Club, coaches and parents, urged lawmakers to keep their word and draft a long-term agreement to allow the boys and girls soccer teams to remain in Miami Lakes, a deal that would include using the field at Royal Oaks Park. The teams were forced to use a park facility in Palm Springs North for their practices after fitness experts and their clients occupied most of the space at Royal Oaks Park without an agreement with the town. Town Manager Alex Rey and his staff were working on a fiveyear deal for lawmakers’ approval in May when Soccer Development Group (SDG) submitted an unsolicited bid to bring its Boca Soccer Schools to Miami Lakes, conceivably pushing the Miami Lakesbased program out of town. To sweeten the deal, SDG offered Miami Lakes $53,000 to pay for maintenance of the park and background checks for coaches and volunteers, a town policy to keep kids safe while playing organized sports in the parks. For maintenance, the town has to absorb about $400,000 a year from the municipal budget, Rey said. The Miami Lakes Soccer Club, a non-profit organization, pays the town about $6,000 a year. Rey broached SDG’s unsolicited bid at the council meeting for lawmakers to decide on which direction his staff should take. “Option A is tell them ‘thank you very much for this proposal but we are not interested’ and continue with what we have started,” Rey said. “Or option B, the proposal looks interesting enough that we open it and see if anybody else is interested on what they can contribute financially and how to run the program that best serve the interests of residents.” Council members chose option A. “We made a commitment to support the soccer club in the long term as long as they are taking care of our children in the community,” said Mayor Michael Pizzi. “I will not pull the rug out from underneath the children and coaches in the soccer club because someone wants to write a big check.”
Councilmember Manny Cid, whose two sons play at the soccer club, said competitive bidding is good but decided to support an agreement with the Miami Lakesbased organization. “Competition is good but I’m going with option A,” said Cid, who coached a team last season. “Thank you very much for the proposal but I am not interested.” Councilmember Tim Daubert said the Miami Lakes United Soccer Club can pitch in and clean up Royal Oaks Park to help save the town money for the park’s maintenance. He said it can be a similar project to the Young Marines adopting Miami Lakes Drive as part of the group’s clean-up efforts. “Maybe it’s something the soccer club can do to help the town,” said Daubert, a former U.S. Marine. In other Town Council news: • Council members gave their final approval on an ordinance changing the town’s land development code to allow for alternative roofing materials attached to single-family and two-family properties where that material simulates barrel tile or flat tile. • Council members approved a resolution to urge the Miami-Dade County School Board to refrain from having students living west of I-75 attending Bob Graham Education Center in an effort to alleviate overcrowding at the facility. • Lawmakers approved an resolution to create a Miami Lakes Sports Hall of Fame Committee. The committee will be put in charge of reviewing the nominations of inductees and recommending the finalists consistent with the town’s criteria of who should be enshrined at the new Miami Lakes Optimist Park Clubhouse.
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Miami Lakes Chamber hosts Lakes Police Commander at April 13 lunch Miami-Dade Police Major George A. Perez, the Town of Miami Lakes police commander, will be the guest speaker for the Miami Lakes Chamber of Commerce membership meeting. The event is scheduled for 11:30 a.m., Wednesday, April 13, at Don Shula’s Hotel inside the Grand Ballroom. Perez has been a Miami-Dade police officer for 16 years, which included working in the department’s Police Services Division as a patrol officer, investigator and supervisor. Throughout his career, Perez has been entrusted with sensitive assignments within the department, which have included assignments in the Police Services Division, Criminal Investigations Division and the Office of the Police Director. Specifically, Perez served in the Robbery Bureau where he was entrusted to command the Robbery Intervention Unit, which focuses its efforts on apprehending the most violent criminals. He commanded the South District General Investigations Unit, which is responsible for all general investigations within the largest police district in MiamiDade County. Perez also served in the Professional Compliance Bureau, which is responsible for ensuring the professional standards of the Miami-Dade Police Department. His most recent command
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assignment was in the Homicide Bureau, where he was responsible for coordinating all death investigations, police shootings investigations and in-custody death investigations. In addition, he was tasked with organizing and commanding the Homicide Street Violence Task Force, which consisted of local, state and federal investigators responsible for protracted murder, gang, weapons and narcotics investigations. Perez holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice Management and he has attended and completed various command leadership enhancement source. As the major for Miami Lakes’ Miami-Dade police detached unit, Perez has introduced Fair and Impartial Policing strategies and has enhanced its community policing practices to lower crime and enhance community partnerships. To reserve a table for the Chamber’s luncheon session, which starts at noon, members and their guests must do so by 2 p.m., Friday, April 8. For more information, contact Marta Diaz at 305-556-2213 or email mdiaz@miamilakeschamber.com.
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Governor Rick Scott vetoes Miami Lakes drainage grants postponing West Lakes relief Florida Governor Rick Scott vetoed $256 million of line-item projects state lawmakers added to the $82 million budget that passed on the last week of 2016 the Legislative Session, including $400,000 for Miami Lakes’ West Lakes Drainage Improvements project. The allocated funds, obtained through the efforts of State Representatives Manny Diaz Jr. and Jose Oliva, and Miami Lakes Councilmembers Nelson Rodriguez, Ceasar Mestre, Frank Mingo, Manny Cid and Vice Mayor Tim Daubert, was set aside for critical drainage upgrades to ensure the town could continue working on the next three phases of the project. The West Lakes community continues to be adversely impact-
ed by flooding events, with rainwater reaching residential garages and covering streets and sidewalks. The area has suffered various flooding and is addressed as a priority project in the town’s Storm Water Master Plan. But with Scott’s veto, the town would have to wait for the next Legislative Session or apply for a grant to finish the work. “I went to Tallahassee in February to lobby our legislators to fund the canal project,” Rodriguez said. “Representatives Diaz and Oliva along with Senator Rene Garcia worked very hard to get the canal project on the Governor’s desk. It's disappointing that surrounding cities received funding for their projects and the Miami Lakes project was vetoed by the governor.”
Main Street Banner Art contest winners featured in special exhibit A special exhibition was held on Main Street on March 9 honoring the winners of the 3rd annual Main Street Banner Art Contest. In attendance were students and their families, along with area school teachers and administrators, who celebrated the unveiling of the winning banners along Main Street. The evening was made possible by the Main Street Merchants, The Graham Companies, The Miami Laker, and Artist & Craftsman Supply. Each student received new art supplies as well as gifts from LA Sweetz and Cobb Theater. During the presentation, Andrea Graham Rechichi, Cus-
tomer and Corporate Relations manager for The Graham Companies, discussed how, when looking at the artwork, “We are reminded that that we each can make a difference, whether it be small actions of helping the elderly, donating our hair for wigs for cancer patients, holding a lemonade stand to raise money for a favorite charity, packing up trash in public places, embracing each other’s differences and cultures, or planting a community garden. No matter what - they all Make A Difference. “Our youth in the community need to understand that their actions can make an impact and if
they follow the activities represented in their artwork, I think we are in good hands,” she said. Over 200 students submitted artwork from Miami Lakes K-8 Center, Bob Graham Education Center, Miami Lakes Middle School, Hialeah Miami Lakes Senior High, Barbara Goleman Senior High and American Senior High schools. Twenty-six students’ artwork was selected to be displayed along Main Street on the light pole banners that will be on display through June. Selected original artwork will be located at 6816 Main Street in the Keyes window boxes.
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News and Notes from the Town of Miami Lakes Inaugural community bike ride highlighted start of Town’s Fit Fair Town of Miami Lakes officials expressed appreciation to the more than 60 local businesses that participated in the recent Health and Fitness Fair and the first ever Community Bike Ride on March 19. A group of Miami Lakes residents joined Mayor Michael Pizzi
on the inaugural bike ride designed to showcase portions of the Town’s Greenways and Trails master plan. “As we build out our greenways and encourage alternative forms of transportation, and in conjunction with Miami-Dade County initiatives, I support any efforts, including cycling, to lower
traffic congestion within the town,” Pizzi said. This summer, the Town will begin implementation of a 1.5mile-long Greenway Trail and Safe Route to School from Miami Lakes K-8 Center to Miami Lakes Middle School.
High School Student Job Fair set for April 30 at Collins Ctr. Miami Lakes Youth Activities Task Force and Economic Development Committee are jointly hosting a High School Student Job Fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 30, at Mary Collins Community Center, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue, in Miami Lakes. The committees encourage the entire local business community to participate in this dynamic
event intended to bring the community together by matching local talent with local businesses...a great free opportunity to meet potential interns and/or future employees. Employers who are interested in participating are encouraged to contact Community Engagement and Outreach director Nicole Singletary at 305-512-7132, or singletaryn@miamilakes-fl.gov.
Country Western senior social planned for Saturday, April 16
MIAMI LAKES RESIDENTS, Town staff and elected officials, including Mayor Michael Pizzi, pause before starting the inaugural Community Bike Ride last month that highlighted the Town’s Greenways and Trails master plan.
Senior Track and Field events set for April 9 Miami Lakes Elderly Affairs Committee will host the 10th annual Senior Games Track and Field events on Saturday, April 9, at Dade Christian School, 6601 N.W. 167 Street. Registration begins at 8 a.m. with the games starting at 9 a.m. Track and field events include 100 Meter Dash, Shot Put, Discus,
Archery, Horseshoes, Standing Broad Jump, 400 Meter Run, Soccer Accuracy Kick, and 800 Meter Race. First, second and third place winners in each age group (male and female) will receive medals and every participant will receive a 2016 Senior Games T-Shirt. The remaining 2016 Senior
Games include a Duplicate Bridge Tournament on June 6 at Mary Collins Community Center, and a Basketball Game on August 27 at Shula’s Athletic Club. For more information, contact Special Events and Committees coordinator Clarisell De Cardenas at 305-364-6100, or decardenasc@miamilakes-fl.gov.
Miami Lakes Elderly Affairs Committee is calling all cowgirls and cowboys to attend the Country Western Senior Social at 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 16, at Roberto Alonso Community Center, 16500 N.W. 87 Avenue, at Royal Oaks Park. The free event will feature a barbecue catered lunch, great raffle items, fun, entertainment and
dancing. No reservations are necessary but entry will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information or to confirm transportation, contact Special Events and Committees coordinator Clarisell De Cardenas at 305-364-6100, or decardenasc@miamilakes-fl.gov.
Miami Lakes Relay for Life scheduled for 3 p.m., April 2, at Optimist Park A last minute reminder that the Miami Lakes Relay for Life event will be held Saturday, April 2, from 3 p.m. to midnight at Miami Lakes Optimist Park, 6411 N.W. 162 Street. Numerous local businesses and organizations including the Town’s Youth Activities Task Force and Just Run Program have
created teams and will be participating in this community event to remember love ones lost, and celebrate the lives of those who have battled cancer. For more information about the Relay for Life, contact Dalizbel.batistabatchelor@cancer.org.
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News and Notes from the Town of Miami Lakes Performance lineup announced for Miami Lakes Rocks! fest Miami Lakes Youth Activities • One Last Embrace Task Force announced the lineup • Mercedes Ferreira-Dias for the 7th annual Miami Lakes • Moonlight Sunrise Rocks! Music Festival scheduled • Above the Skyline for 4 p.m. on Saturday, April 23, at • Pandarama Miami Lakes Youth Center, 6075 • Verali Miami Lakes Drive East. • Wallace The popular event was created • Mongoose Triple Threat to provide an avenue of artistic • No Traffik expression for town youth, pro• Quantum Waves moting cultural and community For more information or sponspirit. sorship opportunities, contact The rockin’ performers will Leisure Services Manager Kayta include: Lysak at 305-698-9308, or lysakk@miamilakes-fl.gov.
The Spot’s April events range from baseball, to Game Night, to job interviews, Movie Night to Rock Band time Miami Lakes Youth Center “The Spot” announced a full lineup of activities during April. Friday, April 8 – Friday Night Lights: Baseball Edition - To celebrate Major League Baseball’s opening day, dress up in favorite team’s apparel and compete in full baseball trivia and Wii U Baseball. Wednesday, April 13 - Board Game Night – It’s National Scrabble Day! Choose from a wide array of board games.
Saturday, April 16 – Nailing the Interview Workshop – A Professional Development Workshop aimed at preparing teens for first time employment by learning how to write an effective and powerful resume in preparation for the upcoming Student Job Fair on April 30. Friday, April 22 – Movie Night featuring Jurassic World. (PG-13 movies require parent consent form prior to participating.)
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TOWN OF MIAMI LAKES NOTICE IS HEREWITH GIVEN that meetings of the Town Council of the Town of Miami Lakes, Florida, and its committees, have been scheduled for the following dates, times and locations:
Town Council Regular Meeting Tuesday, April 5, 6:30 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla.
Applications due on April 11 for Future Leaders Scholarship Miami Lakes Education Advisory Board announced the deadline for accepting applications for the 2016 Miami Lakes Future Leaders Scholarship, presented by The Graham Companies, is April 11. Two $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to graduating high school seniors who are residents of the Town of Miami Lakes. Education Advisory Board members will select the two recipients and the winners will be announced at the Town Council meeting on Tuesday, May 3. Interested seniors need to submit a typed essay (750 words maximum) explaining in his/her own words how they aspire to
make the world a better place. The student must demonstrate academic achievement and a community service commitment, as well as identify future goals. A cover sheet must accompany the essay, along with an official high school transcript, and three letters of recommendation from non-relatives, one of which must be from a teacher or school official. To request an application, or for more information, contact Community Engagement and Outreach Manager Carmen Stewart at stewartc@miamilakesfl.gov, or 305-364-6100, ext. 1143, or visit www.miamilakesfl.gov/eab.
Transportation community forum scheduled on April 9 Miami Lakes will host a Community Forum on Transportation beginning at 10 a.m. on Saturday, April 9, inside Council Chambers at Town Hall, 6601 Main Street. The meeting will include a recap of the Town’s Transportation Summit that took place on July 31, and the strategies voted upon at the October 6 regular Town Council meeting. An initiative of Councilmembers Tony Lama and Nelson Rodriguez, the Transportation Summit brought together relevant stakeholders and experts of all agencies responsible for transportation to focus on specific problems, while ensuring that all
agencies’ actions are strategically coordinated to achieve optimal solutions. Based on the ideas generated at the Summit, a list of straggles recommended for the Town to pursue was presented at the October 6 Council meeting and were also included in the Town’s Strategic Plan. Town staff was authorized, with the Council’s endorsement, to pursue the presented ideas with responsible outside agencies, as well as make grant requests and recommend appropriations to implement these strategies. For more information, visit www.mlmoover.com and click on the “Transportation Summit” tab.
Youth Activities Task Force Meeting Wednesday, April 6, 7:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Cultural Affairs Committee Meeting Thursday, April 7, 7:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Elderly Affairs Committee Meeting Wednesday, April 13, 8:30 AM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Education Advisory Board Meeting Thursday, April 14, 6:30 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Economic Development Committee Meeting Tuesday, April 19, 5:30 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Planning & Zoning Board Meeting Tuesday, April 19, 6:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Veterans Committee Meeting Thursday, April 21, 6:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Neighborhood Improvement Committee Meeting Thursday, April 21, 7:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Public Safety Committee Meeting Tuesday, April 26, 6:30 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. In accordance with the provisions of F. S. Section 286.0105, should any person seek to appeal any decision made by the Council with respect to any matter considered at these meetings, such person will need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made; which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, persons needing special accommodation to participate in the proceedings should call Town Hall at (305) 364-6100, no later than (2) days prior to the proceeding for assistance. Please be advised that two or more Councilmembers may be in attendance at the above events/meetings. This Notice dated March 25, 2016 at Miami Lakes, Fl. Gina Inguanzo, Town Clerk
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Boy Scouts South Florida Council presents 2016 Distinguished Citizen Awards to three honorees The South Florida Council, Boy Scouts of America, headquartered in Miami Lakes, held its Distinguished Citizen Award ceremony on March 15 at Shula’s Hotel on Main Street. The Fireball District 2016 honorees included John P. “Jack” McCall, Past Distinguished Governor, South Florida District, Optimist of Miami Lakes; Fred Senra, general manager/partner of Miami Lakes Auto Mall; and Hector J. Ponte, Countyline Market president, Wells Fargo & Company. The Distinguished Citizen Award honors South Florida indi-
viduals for their efforts in making a distinct difference in the fabric of their communities. Scouting teaches youth character development, leadership skills, teamwork, and understanding duty to family, faith and respect for others. The South Florida Council impacts more than 40,000 youth and their families in Miami-Dade, Broward and Monroe counties. For more information on scouting programs in Miami Lakes, contact District director Annette Hungler at 305-3640020, ext. 242, or annette.hungler@scouting.org.
JACK MCCALL accepts the Distinguished Citizen Award from master of ceremonies Robert Saunooke, Fireball District chair, at the Boy Scout Distinguished Citizen Award dinner at Shula’s Hotel on March 15.
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Councilmember Manny Cid attends NLC committee meeting in D.C. Miami Lakes Councilmember Manny Cid, who was recently appointed to the National League of Cities (NLC) 2016 Finance, Administration and Integovernmental Relations Committee, attended the group’s city conference in Washington D.C. last month. During his first meeting, Cid said the committee members discussed the nation’s federal advocacy agenda of protecting tax exemptions for municipal bonds and comprehensive tax reform. Cid also had the opportunity to discuss the town’s zip code issue with the United States Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Government Affairs. The two committees, which members include U.S. Senators John McCain (R-Arizona) and Rand Paul (R-Kentucky), have joined the investigation into the United States Postal Service’s refusal to grant Miami Lakes its own zip code, Cid said. Cid said an independent zip code for Miami Lakes means saving on premium costs on auto insurance for town residents and help with branding and economic development issues. “Both committee are still on the issue,” he said. “They were not happy the post office hasn’t provided us with the information. We are moving the ball forward on an independent Miami Lakes zip code.”
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Foreign Trade Zone approval for M. Lakes company Miami Lakes-based Miami International Freight Solutions (MIFS), may be headquartered in the town but with the federal approval to become a Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) operator the business the firm conducts is farreaching. With the FTZ approval under their belt, MIFS, a family-owned business, can provide significant financial benefits to businesses that import and export items such as products, equipment or parts, by
reducing or eliminating the duties/fees for products shipped internationally. Companies that utilize such a designation typically streamline customs procedures making the work of importing and exporting efficient and fast. The management team behind MIFS, president Leonard Roberts, executive vice president George Creech, COO Jose Aguirre, and Operations vice president Chuck Siceloff, share over 25 years of experience in imports and exports.
Zonta Club of Miami Lakes schedules annual Black & White Wine Gala on April 16 Reservations are still being accepted for the Zonta Club of Miami Lakes’ signature annual fundraiser, Black & White Wine Gala, which will take place at Shula’s Hotel in Miami Lakes on Saturday, April 16 at 7 p.m. The Zonta Club of Miami Lakes Foundation, Inc. will provide proceeds from the event to benefit Casa Valentina, Lotus House, The Women’s Breast &
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Heart Initiative, and Zonta International. The Black & White Wine Gala Event includes dinner, stone crab appetizer, dancing, a Sommelier wine pairing presentation and an opportunity to bid on fabulous auction items, all while helping to advance the well-being of women locally and globally. The event also includes an opportunity to participate in a raffle with cash prizes of $500 and $1,000. Businesses are invited to sponsor the event starting at $100, and tickets to attend the event are $100 per person. Tickets and sponsorships can be purchased online at www.zontamiamilakes.org, or by contacting the event coordinators, Peggy Hicks at 305-345-5621 or Jacqueline House at 239-8397110.
They decided on Miami Lakes as their headquarters because of the convenience the location offers as a midway point between the Port of Miami, and the underutilized Port of Ft. Lauderdale, both of which they work with. “Doral is congested,� said Aguierre. “Clients want a hometown feel instead of a cookie cutter business. We can supply that by being, conveniently, in Miami Lakes.� MIFS receives all sorts of freight, including local, interstate, and international via means of truck, railroad, air and ocean. As the name aptly describes, MIFS offers freight solutions, now with the added benefit of FTZ approval. “We are essentially travel agents for freight,� said Creech. The MIFS building, which is 200,000 square feet, boasts an array of products from a myriad of industries, some of which are held in storage for years, such as airplane equipment, and others which may leave the location to travel down the street for an Amazon purchase. While they house a number of products they do not store perishables or temperaturecontrolled items. MIFS has been a long time operator of a Class 3 and Class 8 Bonded warehouse as well as operating a Container Freight Station (CFS), a Type 14 In-Bond Export Consolidation (IBEC), and having a strong domestic warehouse and distribution operation. For more information on MIFS, visit www.mifs4u.com. MIFS is located at 14100 N.W. 60 Avenue in Miami Lakes.
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Main Street Players present Stage Kiss opening April 22 for three-week performance run at the Main Street Playhouse Stage Kiss, a hilarious comedy by Sarah Ruhl, a Pulitzer Prize finalist for her acclaimed The Clean House, will hit the stage at Miami Lakes’ local theatre, the Main Street Playhouse at 6766 Main Street, from April 22 to May 15, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. The play, directed by Marina Pareja of FIU and produced by Dennis Lyzniak, is the story of She
and He, two actors in their midforties, who are unknowingly reunited in a very bad stage play after a twenty year separation, with She being married. After sharing numerous onstage kisses, their off-stage relationship is rekindled which throws their loved ones for a loop. In a comedic twist to this love story, despite the efforts of the playwright and director, who is desper-
ate for a hit show, the 1930’s play is awful. Stage Kiss is a theatregoer’s delight of a play. Tickets can be purchased online at www.mainstreetplayers.com or at the door with senior, student, and military discounted rates at $20 per ticket, and the standard tickets at $25. For more information, visit www.mainstreetplayers.com.
Goleman’s Izabella Hernandez on a ‘one-girl’ campaign to help bring an end to all litter By R.A. Romero The Miami Laker staff Izabella Hernandez, a self-proclaimed superhero nerd, has a cartoon version of herself embracing a globe on cards that read: Help End All Litter. Though a lofty goal, Hernandez, a high schooler at Barbara Goleman Senior High School, is ready to do just that. Through her work with www.seemybeach.com where she would film on location for tourist attractions in Florida, Hernandez came face to face with the unfortunate reality of massive amounts of litter during a videoshoot in which the litter appeared in the frame from every angle. Startled by this fact and unnerved by how much litter sat along Florida’s coast, Hernandez embarked on a goal to eliminate litter. Similar to how the Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts have troops all throughout the nation, Hernandez is attempting to create pockets of awareness fueled by students everywhere to attack litter on all coasts. With the help of the staff at www.seemybeach.com, and her parents, Hernandez organized a cleanup mission in the Florida Keys wherein transportation and equipment was provided for a beach, bay and mangrove cleanup. Hernandez managed to receive the help of corporate sponsors such as A1A media, HNO Productions and the Hard Rock Cafe. The local Monroe County Sheriff deputies and members of the Upper Keys and Key Largo Rotary were also on location participating in the cleanup. Additionally, Ashley Lawrence of
IZABELLA HERNANDEZ Animal Planet’s Gator Boys made an appearance and cleaned alongside Hernandez. Despite a low turnout at the first organized cleanup, a member of Key Largo School noted that the school would be the first chapter of “Help End All Litter” and will be doing regular cleanups. Hernandez is continuing forward with determination to see to it that students of all ages, including herself, are doing everything they can to eliminate litter. More organized cleanups in the local area are planned and will be announced via the website at www.helpendalllitter.com. “We kids did not create the litter problem, but this is our world and our future so it is up to us to fix it,” said Hernandez.
Jorge Machado opens insurance, financial services firm in M. Lakes Jorge Machado Financial Professional has opened TZ Insurance and Financial Services, Inc. at 7900 N.W. 155 Street, Suite 202. Machado said that this new office will serve consumer and business clients in the community. “Opening this office enables me to help people from my own community reach their insurance and financial security goals,” he said. Machado has received the Prudential Annuities Masters Council award, and is a member of the Million Dollar Round Table. He is an active member of the National Association of insurance and Financial Advisors.TZ Insurance and Financial Services, Inc. is not affiliated with Prudential. Machado, a resident of Miami Lakes, can be reached at jorge.machado@prudential.com or at 786-542-6713.
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The Lindeman Group opens ‘one stop’ realty related office in Miami Lakes By David L. Snelling The Miami Laker staff The Lindeman Group is a one stop location for people who are seeking professional assistance in the areas of real estate, real estate law, title, escrow and insurance, and the company can be found in the heart of Miami Lakes. The company, also known as Advocate Law Groups of Florida Lindeman Title and Escrow, is a combination of Jon Lindeman’s law firm and the real estate experience of his wife, Ephigenia Lindeman. The company recently moved to its new location at 5707 N.W. 158 Street to better serve their clients with ample space for its expansion; it was previously located at 15100 N.W. 67 Avenue for more than five years. The company, which has eight offices in Florida and two outside the Sunshine State, is a full service title closing company that can provide its clients with the necessary tools they need to help close a real estate deal. For service title, lawsuit and commercial and residential real estate settlements and escrow, the company is made up of attorneys, paralegals and significant support staff providing a broad range of title services with efficiency and professionalism at reasonable rates. “It’s placing everything under one roof,” Ephigenia Lindeman said. As an attorney, Jon Lindeman said the idea to combine the services to form one company came
EPHIGENIA LINDEMAN from judges and other lawyers. “The name Lindeman is known in the court system, and judges and lawyers suggested I branch out to reach out and help other customers.” As a realtor with a wealth of experience, Ephigenia Lindeman said the company has an obligation to protect investors, including making sure they are not being taken advantage of. “We have a strong legal staff to make sure our clients are getting the best opportunities for them,” she said. The company also puts its expertise to use to defend their customers against foreclosures. In the past six years, Ephigenia Lindeman said her company has helped 6,000 people save their homes who were being taken advantage of for loan issues. “We gave them other opportunities that they would not have
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Miami Lakes Branch Library announces April events Miami Lakes Branch Library announced the following programs are available for the public during April: For Children and Families: Read the Book, Watch the Movie – Share in stories and enjoy the book based films. Films include “WALL-E,” “Strange Magic,” Disneynature Oceans,” “Over the Hedge,” and “Norm of the North.” Event is sponsored by the Miami Lakes Education Advisory Board at 3:30 p.m. on
Wednesdays, April 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30. Reading Ready Toddler Storytime – Stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. For ages 18 months to 3 years old at 11 a.m. on Wednesdays, April 6, 13, 20 and 27.. Baby and Me Group - Free 10week session providing parents an opportunity to develop close relationships with their infants while learning about infant development. For parents and their children that are 0-6 months. Registration
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Space is limited. Call 1-866-5918105 to register. Meets for 3 sessions at 10 a.m. 12:30 P.M., and 3 p.m. on Friday, April 22. Go Club of Miami Lakes – Now everyone can embark on a journey and uncover the ancient game of strategy, attack and defense, the Game of Go. Meets from noon to 5 p.m. on Saturdays, April 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30. Commissioner Esteban Bovo Jr.’s Mobile Office Community Outreach - Provides an opportunity for the community to speak with the Commissioner and/or his representative from 1 to 3 p.m. on Monday, April 11. Miami Lakes Branch Library is located at 6699 Windmill Gate Road and is open Monday and Tuesday from noon to 8 p.m., and Wednesday through Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The branch is closed on Sundays. For more information, call 305-822-6520.
LIBRARY PATRON Sara Padilla enjoys seeing her 3D printing creation come to life as part of the Spring Break workshop series.
Miami Lakes piano teacher Maria Cama recognized on International Women’s Day In early March, Miami Lakes piano teacher, Maria Cama was recognized for International Women’s Day on the America Teve, television program Arrebatados hosted by Maria Lara. The show commemorated the works of local women from the Cuban exile community and how they’ve empowered women in Cuba to succeed, in the midst of the Castro regime. The program also featured Carmen Machado from Rescate Jurídico and Bárbara Sendiña from the Ladies in White (Damas en Blanca). Maria Cama was noted for her humanitarian organization, Proyecto Capitán Tondique. The Tondique Project was founded years ago with the goal of feeding
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Miami Lakes business owner Kim Miller earns ‘Enterprising Women of Year’ title Enterprising Women magazine recently announced the winners of the 2016 Enterprising Women of the Year Awards and a new award level, Enterprising Women of the Year Champions, which included seasoned marketing professional Kimberly T. Miller, a Miami Lakes business owner. As the founder and president of Ink Link Marketing, a full-service marketing and public relations firm, Miller joins a list of the world’s top women entrepreneurs. “With hundreds of women entrepreneurs nominated from around the globe, we have added a new award category this year to recognize the outstanding accomplishments of a larger group of women worldwide. These “Champions” excel in a variety of ways –through fast business growth, community leadership or as outstanding role models and mentors in their communities,” said Monica Smiley, Publisher/
CEO of Enterprising Women. Miller has accumulated accolades from various industries, each in which she excelled and often as one of the few women in the workplace. As previous vice president of Marketing for Pollo Tropical, experience with the marketing department of Burger King and having handled the media as a spokesperson during hurricane Andrew, Miller has dabbled in various forms of media and marketing which eventually led her to launch Ink Link Marketing, a fullservice PR and promotions agency that specializes in the restaurant and food service industry. “I am truly honored to be named to Enterprising Women magazine’s 2016 class of Champions,” said Miller. “Throughout my career, and now with my own agency, I increasingly realize the potential impact I can have on my professional team and the organizations I serve in the
Our Lady basketball squads face Immaculate at AA Arena Our Lady of the Lakes varsity boy’s and girl’s basketball teams will take on Immaculate Conception at the American Airlines Arena before the Miami Heat faces their cross town rival the Orlando Magic. The Cheetahs-Immaculate Conception game is scheduled for 1 p.m., Sunday, April 10, on the Heat hardwood court. The HeatMagic game starts at 6 p.m. In addition, Our Lady of the Lakes dance team will perform
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Senior field trip set for April 7 Miami Lakes Elderly Affairs Committee is offering a free field trip for Town residents 55 years and above on Thursday, April 7, to the Perez Art Museum in Downtown Miami. Transportation is provided to and from Town Hall. The bus will depart from Town Hall at 10 a.m.
Space is limited and reservations are required beginning on March 31 and remain open until all seats all filled. To reserve seating on the bus, contact Special Events and Committees coordinator Clarisell De Cardenas at decardenasc@ miamilakes-fl.gov, or 305-3646100.
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Town hosts ‘Paint Picture for Mom’ event, flower show on Sat., May 10 Miami Lakes Cultural Affairs Committee will host the annual “Paint a Picture for Mom” event just before Mother’s Day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 7, at Miami Lakes Picnic Park West, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue. Children of all ages will have the opportunity to be creative and paint something special for their moms. Canvas, brushes and paint will be provided free of charge. This year’s event will also include a Craft and Flower Show. Flower and plant vendors must provide proof of applicable licenses, Certificate of Insurance, and a $25 vendor fee. Space is limited. For vendor information and application, visit www. miamilakes-fl.gov/cac.
Town Council Meeting April 5 Youth Activities T. F. April 6 Cultural Affairs Com. April 7 Elderly Affairs Com. April 13 Education Adv. Board April 14 Economic Devel. Com. April 19 Planning & Zoning Bd. April 19 Veterans Committee April 21 Neighborhood Improvement Committee April 21 Public Safety Committee Aprl 26
6:30 pm M.L. Govt. Center 7:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center 7:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center 8:30 am M.L. Govt. Center 6:30 pm M.L. Govt. Center 5:30 pm M.L. Govt. Center 6:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center 6:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center 7:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center 6:30 pm M.L. Govt. Center
(The following classes are free and open to the public) Yoga (for adults) M/T/W/Th 7:45 am MCCC Painting I & II Fri. 9 am/12:30 pm MCCC Ballet/Jazz M/T/W/Th 4:30 & 6:30 pm MCCC Line Dancing T/Th 11:30 am MCCC Dominoes M/T/W/Th/Fri 4:30 pm RACC Table Tennis Tues./Thurs. 7:00 pm RACC Martial Arts M/T/W/Th 4:30 pm MCCC Spanish for Adults M/T/W/Th 6:00 pm MCCC
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M.L. Garden Club Bunco April 6 11:15 am MCCC M.L. Chamber/Commer. April 13 11:30 am Shula’s Hotel M.L. Garden Club April 25 7:00 pm MCCC M.L. Bridge Club Mondays 11:30 am MCCC MLCA Bridge Thursdays 11:00 am MCCC M.L. Quilting Club Tuesdays 11:15 am MCCC M.L. Kiwanis 2nd/4th Thurs. 6:30 pm Pampered Chef M.L. Toastmasters 1st/3rd Tues.7:00 pm ML Educational Center 7:00 pm Denny’s Hialeah M.L. Lions Club 1st/3rd Tues. MCCC is Mary Collins Community Center, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue RACC is Robert Alonso Community Center, 16500 N.W. 87 Avenue
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With 15-2 record, Goleman’s baseball squad looks forward to District playoffs this month By David L. Snelling The Miami Laker staff Wielding their bats that have belted them to a 15-2 record, Barbara Goleman High’s baseball team wishes the 6A District playoffs started this week. “We would love to play the district tomorrow,” said head coach Jose Lopez. “We are undefeated in district play.”
But the Gators will have to settle for closing out the regular season and competing in the GMAC before the district playoffs start in the third week of April. By then, the Gators will know if they have won their 10th district championship in the past 14 years. Their district game against then-second place Jackson High could be a sign of things to come
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in the district playoffs, a scintillating affair that had Gators’ fans on the edge of their seats. Goleman trailed the Generals 40 in the fifth inning before orchestrating a 5-4 come-from-behind victory that kept the Gators atop the district. Miami Springs (9-6) and Jackson (7-6) are seeking vengeance against Goleman in their final regular season match-ups this month. Albeit anxious, Lopez said his team is not focusing on the postseason while they still have the Golden Hawks and the Generals to play to close out the regular season. Senior first baseman Brandon Paez hopes to keep his bat hot during the last stretch of the regular season and playoffs. He’s batting .500 with 27 RBI, 26 hits and one dinger. Center fielder Thomas Hernandez is also on fire for the Gators, hitting .519 with 16 RBI, 18 hits and one home run. Junior third baseman Ramid Alvarez is hitting .419 with 16 RBI, 18 hits and one dinger. Goleman’s precocious pitchers Mario Fernandez (1-0, 3.11 ERA in nine innings), and Adrian Garrastazu (4-2, 1.26 ERA in 18 innings) are keeping the opposing batters off balance, Lopez said. Kevin Perez, who plays catcher and pitcher, is used to tossing his change-ups to confuse batters. Goleman’s real test against Broward’s St. Thomas Aquinas last week was canceled due to a tornado warning.
‘B’ Graham Memorial Golf tournament scheduled for April 18 at Shula’s Golf Club The Graham Companies announced the 2016 William “B” Graham Memorial Golf Tournament will be held on Monday, April 18, at Shula’s Golf Club in Miami Lakes. This year’s proceeds will continue to help fund the Boy Scouts’ mission of leadership and character development for more than 40,000 youth in Miami-Dade, Broward and Monroe counties. Experienced and novice golfers alike are encouraged to participate for a fun event of golf and fundraising for a truly worthy cause.
A Bronze Eagle sponsorship at $1,000 entitles a four-member team with carts. Individual player fee is $275 with a variety of sponsorships available from $200 to $5,000. Check-in begins at 7 a.m. with a shotgun start at 8 a.m. Lunch, awards and a silent auction immediately follows play. Registration forms are available online at www.miamilakes. com. For more information, contact Robert Johnson at 305-3640020, ext. 223, or robert.johnson@scouting.org.
St. Thomas senior Jamesha Willis earns NAIA All-American honors St. Thomas University senior guard Jamesha Willis has been named a 2015-2016 NAIA Division II Women’s Basketball Honorable Mention AllAmerican. The 5-7 guard from Palatka, Florida, was earlier named the Sun Conference Defensive Player of the Year and a First-Team AllConference selection. Willis led the team in scoring with 14.5 points per game, assists (59), defensive rebounds with 120, and steals (69) in 2015-16. Willis' inclusion as an Honorable-Mention NAIA AllAmerican selection marks the second straight year that a St. Thomas
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STU basketball coach Albrey Grimsley wins Sun Conference coach of year St. Thomas University’s women’s basketball head coach Albrey Grimsley won the Sun Conference Coach of the Year after leading her team to a share of the regular season conference championship, while her players were also recognized for their performances on the court. Under Grimsley, the Bobcats finished the season at 14-9 and earned the No. 2 seed in the conference tournament in Lakeland. The Bobcats lost in the Sun Conference tournament semifinals to Webber International. St. Thomas University’s Jamesha Willis earned Defensive Player of the Year honors as well as being named to the All-Conference First Team. The 5-7 senior from Palatka,
Florida, led the Bobcats in scoring with 14.9 points per game and in steals with 69 for the regular season. Willis’ teammates Samara Auguste and Supavadee Kunchuan received Freshmen of the Year and Newcomer of the Year, respectively. Auguste, a 5-5 freshmen guard from West Palm Beach, averaged 8.9 points per game and recorded a team-high 71 assists to go along with 52 steals. Kunchuan led the Bobcats in rebounding with 7.3 per game and averaged 13 points a game while shooting 53.9 percent from the field during the season. Willis and Kunchuan were named First-Team AllConference, while Auguste and
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Goleman’s Antonio Rodriguez honored with fifth annual Ricky Quintanilla scholarship Barbara Goleman High School awarded senior football player Antonio Rodriguez the fifth annual Ricky Quintanilla Scholarship award for 2016. The award honors the memory of late Goleman football coach who died of cancer in 2011. As an offensive lineman, Rodriguez was a big part of the Gator’s running game, as the team averaged the most rushing yards in South Florida, according to head coach Ariel Cribeiro. Rodriguez, who’s 6-0 and 220
pounds, scored a two-point conversion last season to cap off a productive four-year high-school football career. “Coaching him is great because he has a coach’s mind,” said Cribeiro. “He’s an intelligent player and you can do a lot with him. To me, he’s the smartest player I have ever coached.” Cribeiro said Rodriguez will join his coaching staff as one of his assistants next season while he’s attending college.
ALBREY GRIMSLEY Katie Rienaswere named SecondTeam All-Conference. Willis was also named to the All-Defensive Team.
St. Thomas University’s Michael Walker earns All-American honors St. Thomas University junior guard Michael Walker has been named a 2015-16 NAIA Division II Honorable Mention AllAmerican. The 6-4 guard from Rancho Cucamonga, who led the Bobcats in scoring with a 16.1 points-pergame average, was also a FirstTeam All-Sun Conference selec-
tion and a Sun Conference AllDefensive team selection. In addition to leading STU in scoring, Walker also led the team in assists (106), steals (63), made field goals (162) and minutes played (35.7 per game). He ranked fourth in NAIA Division II in steals per game with an average of 2.25 steals per game.
Walker scored 20 or more points in six games, including a 42-point performance where he hit a school-record eight three-pointers in the season opener against Florida National.
BARBARA GOLEMAN’S Antonio Rodriguez (third from left) receives the Ricky Quintanilla Scholarship and is joined by (from left) his sister Ann Marie, his father Raul, Quintanilla’s parents John and Patricia, and his mother Margie.
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Pace alumni return to participate in the ‘Spartans in the NFL’ ceremony By Rene D. Basulto Special to The Miami Laker In its inaugural “Spartans in the NFL” ceremony on March 16, Pace High School honored six of its distinguished alumni who have played or are currently playing on an active NFL roster. It was a homecoming for these Pace alumni, including Super Bowl 50 champion and Denver
Broncos cornerback Kayvon Webster, a Pace Class of 2009 alumnus. Indianapolis Colts quarterback Stephen Morris (Class of 2010), DeMarcus Van Dyke (Class of 2007), Joel Rodriguez (Class of 2000), Johnny Frost (Class of 1992), and Nakia Reddick (Class of 1992) were also honored with their NFL jerseys framed and hung inside the Pace gym.
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Webster, Morris, Van Dyke, and Rodriguez were on hand for the ceremony held in front of the entire student body while Frost and Reddick were represented by family and friends. Athletic director and head football coach Joseph Zaccheo spoke about each of the alumni and their careers as video highlights from their Pace, college, and NFL days played onscreen. Former Pace head football coach Mario Smith, who graduated from Pace with Frost and Reddick in 1992, presented a $500 check for the Spartan football program. Rodriguez, a member of the 2000 University of Miami National Championship team and now UM’s Director of Player Development, talked about his pride in Pace and encouraged everyone to follow their passions. Van Dyke, who signed with the Atlanta Falcons on March 15, thanked God for putting his Pace coaches and teachers in his life. “We have had six Pace alumni on NFL active rosters, including three currently in the NFL,” said Pace principal Ana Garcia. “It is something that we are so proud of that we wanted to share with the world and use it to motivate our current students.” The NFL awarded Pace a golden NFL football bearing Webster’s name to commemorate the school’s induction. Webster presented the ball to Garcia at the end of the ceremony by throwing it to her as the crowd cheered.
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PACE ALUMNI (from left) Joel Rodriguez (Class of 2000), DeMarcus Van Dyke (Class of 2007), Super Bowl 50 Champion Kayvon Webster (Class of 2009), and Stephen Morris (Class of 2010) pose with Pace Principal Ana Garcia at the inaugural Spartans in the NFL ceremony on March 16.
Mater Academy students post state FCCLA competition wins Nineteen students at Mater Academy Charter School competed at the Family Career Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) State Leadership Conference in Orlando last weekend and brought home nine gold winners, seven silver and three bronze winners. Eleven students qualified to represent Mater Academy FCCLA in the national competition at San Diego, California. They are Billy Johnston,
Pamela Mulkay, Jennifer Camejo, Kimberly Valentin, Danett GarciaRoves, Rodolfo Hernandez, Kaitlin Marin, Jonathan Alicea, Eddy Varela, Carlos Silvera, and Adrian Cruz. FCCLA is a national organization for high school and college students where the activities and programs complement classroom instruction by giving students practical experience through application of the skills learned at school.
MATER ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL students won the state competition for the Family Career Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) in Orlando and are headed to the national competition in San Diego.
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Bob Graham’s John Brady named Teacher of the Year U.S. History teacher John Brady was recently named Bob Graham Education Center’s 20152016 Teacher of the Year. In his eleventh year as a teacher at the school, Brady’s philosophy for teaching his 8th graders is for his students to know more about the subject than he did leaving middle school and high school. He feels the United States has fallen back in understanding how the American system works and how the country got to that point. “The subject matters,” he said. “I want my students to see it as easy as I see it. Yes, there is a purpose to why we study history and how we can learn from it when it repeats itself, but also how these people are just so interesting because they are complex human beings.” Brady added: “On the first day of school, I ask my students what they think they won’t like about U.S. History? The answer I get the most is they don’t like dates. I tell them neither do I so I write the word ‘History’ nice and big on the board and tell them to underline the word ‘story’ in it. That’s what it’s about for me.” Brady has also had the pleasure of working with the students in BGEC’s Bobcat Law Society. He said his Political Science degree from Florida International University has served him well in helping his colleagues in the program teach and prepare the students in the classroom and for competitions.
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Local schools included in new GOB projects Swift progress on the GOB program implementation continues. At its meeting of March 9, the Miami-Dade School Board approved various GOB projects with a total investment value of approximately $34.4 million. The General Obligation Bond approved overwhelmingly by the voters
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School, with a total project allocation of $6.4 million, Miami Springs Middle School, with a total project budget of $5.4 million, and Gratigny Elementary School, with a total project budget of $4.7 million.
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Pace High graduating senior Maya Lora offers poignant parting thoughts By Maya Lora Special to The Miami Laker Most 14-year-old freshmen stepping onto a high school campus for the first time have a very different idea of love than one they will eventually understand. The only taste they’ve had of it has been through romance movies they binge watch on the weekends, where “I love you” means a kiss or a proposal. After being at Pace for four years, I have stumbled onto a different concept of love that I personally find much more fulfilling. There is something about the energy on the school grounds that can teach even the hardest of hearts what love feels like. Coming to school feels like coming home. The family you find here is not limited to your class. You find love in every corner of the school and in everyone you meet, from the teachers to the counselors to your classmates to the staff. At Pace, you are never alone. If you need to talk to someone, you don’t have to wander far to find an ear willing to hear you out. Perhaps you prefer “Cafecito” with Celita, or Oreos with the guidance counselors, or Krispy Kreme doughnuts in the computer
lab. It doesn’t matter who you end up connecting with, because you are bound to click with someone. It is impossible to go to Pace and not feel the love in the air. There is someone who knows you, and cares about you just a few steps away at any time of the day. Pace has taught me how to love. Pace has taught me to think outside of my self, to reach out to anyone who I feel needs it. In middle school, if I saw someone crying in the hallway, I would have gone to get a teacher. Now, I will slide down the wall, sit next to them, pull them onto my shoulder, and just be there for them. I don’t have to know their name to love them. Love is what our school was
MAYA LORA built on. Love is what our school runs on. Pace means Love and I am so proud to be a part of a school like that.
HML’s UN competition team wins Best Small Delegation And the award goes to the Hialeah Miami Lakes High School! The Trojans’ UN Competition Team won the Best Small Delegation Award last month at Florida International University’s annual competition. Students Rolando Hernandez and Carolina Hernandez won Best Delegate in their respective DISEC Committee, representing the nation of Iran. Jessica Basallo received Honorable Mention for her efforts in the hybrid NATO assembly as Italy. Jaquesta Adams received a verbal accommodation for her role in the New Orleans City Crisis Committee. Hialeah Miami Lakes faculty and staff are proud of the students and congratulated them and the Model UN Team for their tremendous efforts and display of excel-
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Barbara Goleman Senior High MLK-8 Center student Grace Science Honor Society revives Urbina honored with District’s Gator Recycling Program ‘Random Act of Kindness’ award By R.A. Romero The Miami Laker staff The Goleman Gator Recycling Program has been revived after nearly two years of being out of commission. The revival was a combined effort of the Science National Honor Society (SNHS) and Key Club. Between both groups, each taking half of the school, they are responsible for collecting recyclables from around the school on Wednesdays after class. Each classroom has a designated recycling bin and teachers are asked to put the bins outside their door on Wednesdays for pick up by the students. Announcements and reminders are sent out periodically to keep the program running. Science teacher, Fred Matter, believes the recycling program enriches the students’ scope of learning. “It certainly raises awareness
about issues facing the planet but more importantly it allows them to do something to help the situation,” said Matter. “Many times the high school students are aware of so many problems facing society and the planet and feel hopeless. This allows them to be a part of the solution and hopefully instill lifelong practices to help protect the planet.” In addition to recycling, the SNHS is organizing a student wide science tutoring program and members are maintaining the plant area near the front of the school. Key Club has joined in the maintenance for this school year. “We are looking to expand the native plant area and rear plants to continue replacing exotics on school grounds and possibly expand to homeowners in the community,” said Matter. “If successful this could make corridors for butterflies and native birds that depend on those plants for food.”
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By R.A. Romero The Miami Laker staff Grace Urbino performed a random act of kindness with 100 post-it notes and marker. She wrote messages like “you’re better than a triple scoop ice cream with sprinkles,” “your hair looks great” and “you’re special just the way you are” on the notes and posted them all around her school. Her reasoning? To brighten her classmates’ day. “Insecurity starts in middle school,” said Urbino. “I know a lot of friends going through that and even though I’m not friends with all the people in my school, there are probably a lot of them that feel insecure. I wrote 100 things and posted them on the walls of the school and my classmates were really happy to see them. Some took them to keep.” Urbino, who initially performed her act of kindness anonymously, was honored by the Miami Lakes K-8 faculty and staff that moved her post it notes into a more permanent fixture - positive posters now featured throughout the school to “spread kind loving words” as one reads. The school’s Trust Counselor, Loretta Garcia, nominated Urbina
for the district-wide award for “random acts of kindness.” Urbina won for the middle school division and was accompanied to the School Board meeting in early March by her parents and sister, alongside the school’s principal Carlos Salcedo and Garcia. “It is a pleasure to nominate an amazing eighth grader for thinking of others at a time when most teenagers think of themselves,” said Garcia. “Grace thought of what teens go through emotionally and how they could benefit from kind words. She is truly deserving through her expressions of the core values needed to be nominated for acts of kindness.”
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Pace drama teacher Cristina Pla-Guzman awarded 2016 Inspirational Teacher honor By Rene D. Basulto Special to The Miami Laker Cristina Pla-Guzman, the lead teacher for Pace High School’s Academy for Visual & Performing Arts Theatre Program, has been named a winner of the 2016 Kennedy Center/Stephen Sondheim Inspirational Teacher Awards. Pla-Guzman is one of only 14 teachers across the United States chosen to receive the award, which entails a $10,000 grant for each teacher. Awarded by the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington D.C., the Sondheim Inspirational Teacher Award is given out each year on Stephen Sondheim’s birthday, March 22, to American teachers who have had an extraordinary influence on their students’ lives. Teachers are nominated by their former students, with PlaGuzman being nominated by Elexa Suarez, a Pace Class of 2015 alumna who now attends the University of Florida.
CRISTINA PLA-GUZMAN “Mrs. Pla makes sure each of her students feels appreciated and accepted, despite their past, present, or future,” said Suarez in her essay. “She opens her arms to so many people and inspires us to pursue our dreams, not just with her words, but with her actions.”
Pace High Drama program wins first-ever Best in State competition By Rene D. Basulto Special to The Miami Laker Pace High School’s Academy of Visual & Performing Arts Theatre Program continued nine straight years of success at the 2016 Florida State Thespian Festival in Orlando from March 16 to March 19 with the program’s first ever Critics Choice (Best in State) award. Senior Leslie Castiblano made school history with her Critics Choice award in Costume Design for her designs for the play The Elephant Man. Castiblanco became eligible for the Critics Choice by winning a Superior (first place) award at the Festival for her designs. Including Castiblanco’s historic win, the Pace Theatre Program won a Critics Choice, four Superiors, and two Excellents (second place) at the Florida State Thespian Festival. Pace thespians won a Superior in Large Group for their performance of Satisfied from the hit musical Hamilton, while seniors Amanda Prats and
Alexandra Vazquez won Superiors in Publicity Design and Solo Musical respectively. Beatrice Arevalo and Therese Callison won an Excellent in Duet Musical and senior Antonio Rodriguez won an Excellent in Monologue. With their state competitions
completed, Pace’s drama program looks forward to its spring musical production of Chicago, with performances April 20, 21, and 22. Tickets are $12 pre-sale and available by contacting cplaguzman@ pacehs.com.
STUDENTS from Pace High School’s Drama program react in joy after winning a Superior for their Large Group performance of Satisfied from the musical Hamilton at the 2016 Florida State Thespian Festival.
Miami Lakes celebrates Arbor Day on April 29 with annual Tree Planting ceremony Miami Lakes Veterans Committee is inviting residents to join in the annual Tree Planting Ceremony taking place at 6 p.m. on Arbor Day, Friday, April 29, at Picnic Park West, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue. The annual celebration of Miami Lakes’ trees is free and open to the public. Activities are suitable for all ages including the tree planting, information and educational materials for resi-
dents, and tree care demonstrations by the Town’s arborist. Miami Lakes continues to be recognized for its abundant tree canopy as well as its exceptional tree management practices with both the Tree City USA Certification (8 consecutive years), and the Growth Award (6 consecutive years). The designations are awarded to cities/towns for their excellence in urban forestry managaement.
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Celebrate Recovery® program starts April 6 at M.L. United Methodist Church Celebrate Recovery®, a faithbased 12-step program, will kick off in Miami Lakes on Wednesday, April 6, at Miami Lakes United Methodist Church, 14800 N.W. 67 Avenue. The program starts with fellowship and coffee at 6:30 p.m. A large group meeting starts at 7 p.m. with Biblically-based teachings and music. At 8 p.m., small sharing groups are offered based on specific issues. The small groups are divided into men’s and women’s groups and are safe places to give and receive positive
support for individual needs. Celebrate Recovery®, founded by Rick Warren (New York Times best-selling author of “The Purpose Driven Life”), and John Baker, has achieved gratifying results by offering “wholeness” to people everywhere. The program is not simply to recover from past sins and hurts, but to become Christ-like in character. Miami Lakes United Methodist Church pastor Stuart Bodin emphasizes, “When people hear the word ‘recovery’ they think it only involves those struggling
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with drugs and alcohol. There are many people who are also dealing with overeating, sexual addition, gambling and other problems. Subsequently, more of us are experiencing first hand the pain and guilt that accompanies those struggling with addictions. This life-changing program provides a safe, anonymous environment where people can deal with their issues and change their lives.” This is an ongoing program based on Christian principles as applied to the 12 Steps and the 8 Beatitudes. The groups are run by trained leaders and offer a safe, confidential, and positive place to participate with other people looking for healing. “We are regular people looking for help with hurts, habits, or hang-ups,” said Bodin. “The program at Miami Lakes United Methodist Church is a God send and will help folks, not only in Miami Lakes, but all over northwest Miami-Dade,” said Miami Lakes Councilmember Manny Cid. “We look forward to working hand in hand with Pastor Stuart and the MLUMC congregation to help our brothers and sisters in need.” There is no financial obligation and registration is not necessary. Participants do not need to be a member or attendee of Miami Lakes United Methodist Church. For more information, call 305821-7274, or go to www.hopemlumc.com/celebraterecovery.
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Mother of Our Redeemer Catholic Church 8445 N.W. 186 Street Telephone: 305-829-6141 Daily services (Spanish) 8:30 AM Saturday (English) 5:30 PM Saturdays (Spanish) 7 PM Sundays (English) 8 & 10:30 AM Sundays (Spanish) 9 AM, 12:30 PM, 7 PM
North Palm Baptist Church 7801 N.W. 178 Street Telephone: 305-558-2032 www.NorthpalmBaptist.org Sunday Bible Study.................9:15 AM Sunday Worship....................10:30 AM Wednesday Service..................7:00 PM
M.L. United Methodist Church 14800 N.W. 67 Avenue Telephone: 305-821-7274 www.miamilakesumc.net Praise Band & Music.............9:40 AM Traditional Worship Service.10:00 AM Alive-Contemporary Service11:30 AM (Child care and children’s/youth Sunday School during both services.)
New Testament Baptist Church The Gathering Place 6601 N.W. 167 Street Telephone: 305-558-4930 Sunday Service..........................11 AM Bible Study ............................9:45 AM Wednesday Bible Study...........7:00 PM Wednesday Youth Group.........7:00 PM
Orthodox Cathedral of Christ The Saviour 16601 N.W. 77 Court Telephone: 305-822-0437 Home of The Orthodox Book Center Sat. Vespers.................................6 PM Sun. Matins............................8:40 AM Sun. Liturgy...............................10 AM Sunday School & Inquirer Classes
Palm Springs United Methodist Church
Iglesia Cristiana Reformada Vida Nueve
5700 W. 12 Avenue Telephone: 305-821-3232 Worship Service...................11:00 AM
5941 N.W. 176 St., Bldg. #5 Telephone: 305-244-9425 www.icrvidanueve.com
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Telephone 305-558-1060 (Temporary meeting location) Shula’s Hotel (Davis Cup Room) 6842 Main Street, Miami Lakes Sunday Bible Study.................9:30 AM Sunday Worship Service.......10:30 AM Sunday Evening Service..........6:00 PM Wednesday Bible Study...........7:30 PM
Fulfilled Life Church Telephone 786-378-2356 Country Club Middle School 18305 N.W. 75 Place Sunday Service (Eng.)..10:30 AM
Victory Parrish Worship Center 16261 N.W. 57 Avenue Telephone: 786-428-0078 Sunday service....................10:00 AM Tuesday & Thursday..............7:00 PM Friday service.......................11:00 PM
Voice for Jesus Cobb Miami Lakes Theatre #11 6711 Main Street 305-818-0565 Sunday service......................10:00 AM Youth service.........................10:00 AM Children services...................10:45 AM (Nursery provided)
(Editor’s Note: All information provided by individual houses of worship. Confirm service times by telephone.
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Former MLEC student Flavia American Senior High’s Cuervo meets Pope Francis ‘Coffeehouse’ showcases arts
FLAVIA CUERVO, a former Miami Lakes Educational Center student and current Marketing/Public Relations director at Harvard University’s Model UN, has continued to impress her alma mater with her personal and professional accomplishments. This fall Cuervo gained clearance to the Vatican to be part of a select delegation that would hear the Pope speak. During her time there, she was able to snap a selfie with him. Former classmates and teachers keep up with Cuervo’s work through Harvard’s hashtag #WorldMun2016. “Again, our kids are achieving the unimaginable,” said journalism teacher Neyda Borges.
M-D Schools continue record of National MSA Merit awards Magnet Schools of America (MSA), a national organization representing over 4,000 magnet schools and programs, annually recognizes magnet schools and programs for their commitment to high academic standards, curriculum innovation, successful diversity efforts, specialized teaching staffs, and parent/community involvement. In total, Miami-Dade County Public Schools received 37 awards for the 2015-2016 award cycle. For the fifth year in a row, M-DCPS out-performed all other school districts nation-wide. Eighty nine schools across the United States received the coveted Magnet Schools of Excellence Merit Awards, eight of which were awarded to Miami-Dade County Public Schools. Additionally, Miami-Dade County magnet schools received 29 of 169 Magnet Schools of Distinction Merit Awards. Schools earning the MSA Merit Award whether Distinction or Excellence -rank within the TOP 5 percent category of all magnet schools in the nation. Schools awarded the Magnet Schools of Excellence Merit Award not only excelled in all areas measured, but serve as National Exemplary Magnet School Models. Miami-Dade County’s awardwinning public magnet schools for 2016 in the Miami Lakes area include: Hialeah Miami Lakes Senior High School for the iPrep Academy Magnet, noted as a School of Distinction.
Jose Marti MAST 6-12 Academy for the Math & Science Technology, Life Science, Mathematics/Computer Science, and Natural Sciences magnets, noted as a School of Distinction. All awards will be presented at the national MSA annual conference hosted in Miami on May 4-6.
The cafeteria at American High was transformed after lunch into the 10th annual Art Club “Coffeehouse,” an exposition of American High students’ talents in the musical, visual and culinary arts. Coffeehouse has become an annual tradition at American but it’s always a new event because, while the format has become wellknown, the actual staging and performers are always a surprise. Immediately following lunch, the Art Club students swarmed into the cafeteria with decorations, banners, musical instruments, audio equipment, food, signs, backdrops and more, turning it into “Coffeehouse: Space” for 2016. Stars, twinkling lights, alien heads and floating rockets set the stage for a wide variety of student performers, student artworks on the walls and delicious treats. Students came in, got coffee and treats, and checked out student artwork as they made their way to their seats. As student MC, Malachi Wilson welcomed the sell-out crowd to their seats, the last audio check was finishing up. The lights were low, the space Coffeehouse logo backdrop sparkled and Malachi welcomed the first performer Brandon Garland to the stage. The diverse bill featured students performing indie, rap, dance, spoken word poetry, rock and pop. The crowd enjoyed all of the performers, with large applause for many of the acts. The student performers had been selected to perform after a series of auditions, and the Art Club officers and members created all of the decora-
tions and backdrops for weeks before the event. Art teacher and Art Club sponsor Ron Laffin oversaw the production and Art teacher Kevin Murphy and some of his students also helped in creating some of the backdrops. Just before the final performer sang, assistant principal Marieyola Baptiste said “This is fantastic, just fantastic!”
St. Andrews Lutheran Church holds Yard Sale on Sat., April 16 St. Andrews Lutheran Church is having a yard sale on Saturday, April 16 from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. The church, located at 575 W. 68 Street in Hialeah, is raising funds to provide continuing support for the food bank and other ministry activities.
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