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MLM’s Legal Studies unveil classroom courtroom By Roselind Romero The Miami Laker staff It has been a little over ten years since Miami Lakes Middle School's Legal Department Head, Lisa DeYarza, first created the Legal Studies Magnet Program and led the founding class to first place in their first Project Citizen competition. Since then, DeYarza and her students have gone on to win multiple awards in various civic competitions including Project Citizen, Model United Nations, and District Mock Trial Competitions. Despite the success of the program, DeYarza felt she could enhance learning and bring the atmosphere of a courtroom into the classroom and so she made plans to pursue that goal. Blueprints and planning for a classroom courtroom began over two years ago, and through the charitable efforts and influence of local businesses, the Town of Miami Lakes, The Graham Companies, and educational and
political professionals including Senator Bob Graham, former Councilmember Mary Collins, and Miami-Dade School Board Chair, Perla Tabares Hantman, the dreams and designs finally became reality. The Legal Studies Magnet Courtroom Inauguration was held Thursday, May 8, and included presentations by Miami Lakes Mayor Wayne Slaton, Hantman, and Miami-Dade Commissioner Esteban Bovo Jr. “We are very pleased and honored to have the opportunity to work with our students. We are grateful for and lucky to have teachers like Mrs. DeYarza who are so passionate about their profession and so fully committed to the success of the students, and that is the key. It's all about the students,” said Slaton. Hantman presented DeYarza and the students with a proclamation, and Bovo also presented a certificate to the class on behalf of
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Council accepts settlement on stalled Youth Center building; completion set for April 2015 David L. Snelling The Miami Laker staff The Town of Miami Lakes and a surety bond company reached a settlement agreement for the unfinished youth center project following the original contractor’s default midway through construction of the facility. During a May 8 special meeting, the town accepted Bankers Insurance Company’s $757,789 offer to complete the youth center located at Picnic Park East adjacent to the Miami-Dade District One police station, more than a year after Miami Lakes issued J.B. Builders, now doing business as Ballarena Construction, a stop work order. In March 2013, town officials hired Tirso Martinez, an architectural consultant, who discovered the construction work didn’t mirror the original blueprints that
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councilmembers approved in 2012. A surety bond company steps in when a contractor defaults on a building project, deciding whether to tap a new company to finish the job, or pay a settlement and let the town complete the job itself. According to the settlement agreement, Bankers Insurance Company will pay Miami Lakes $757,789, the amount the town paid to Ballarena Construction to build the 3,809 square-feet youth center, and with $683,020 left over from the original contract, Miami Lakes has a total of $1,440,840 to finish the project. The initial amount budgeted for the structure was $1,015,436. The accord also stipulates that Miami Lakes cannot take legal action against Ballarena for its dereliction on the project.
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COUNTY, TOWN AND SCHOOL OFFICIALS joined with local business leaders during the dedication of Miami Lakes Middle School’s Legal Studies Magnet classroom courtroom.
Bobcat Dancers in end-of-year recital
BOB GRAHAM EDUCATION CENTER’S Bobcat dancers held their fourth annual end-of-the-year recital on Saturday, May 3. This year's theme was Dancing Through the Decades: 70's, 80's, 90's and Now! The program was composed of 30 numbers which were all choreographed by Mayri Martinez, dance teacher, along with her dance captains and officers.
n E-Reader Lending Program kicks off with workshop on May 27 at M.L. Library....................2
n Miami Lakes Bar Association holds educational luncheons in April and May...............9
n Miami Lakes Educational Center journalism students present their Capstone projects...16
n News and Notes of interest from the Town of Miami Lakes. See Pages......................6, and 7
n Main Street Players close out Secrets of the La Croix on May 16-18 at Playhouse.................10
n Pace High’s Drama Club performs In the Heights to record breaking audiences......17
n Lawton Chiles Middle School lists summer reading choices for students..............17
n Community Calendar, 11, School, sports and church news, 12-21; Classified ads.........21-23
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LEGAL DEPARTMENT HEAD Lisa DeYarza joins her Legal Studies students in their new courtroom within a classroom at Miami Lakes Middle School.
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himself and Senator Rene Garcia. “For all the negative things we hear about our youth, there are so many positive things we need to highlight and this is such a shining example,” said Bovo. A student reflection was also presented by former Miami Lakes Middle School student and founding class member of the school's legal magnet program, Sabrina Riera. Riera, who flew in from Michigan where she is currently a graduate student instructor at the University of Michigan, regarded DeYarza as one of the finest teachers she had the pleasure of meeting and recounted memories held within classroom 256. “For me, personally, Project Citizen instilled a love and appreciation for research and civic engagement, something I have taken with me throughout my academic career and into my current graduate program in public health. It's amazing what these students have been able to accomplish since our after school project and I'm proud to say that I was a member of the first class that set the stage for it all,” said Riera. Senator Graham and Beth Martinez of The Graham Companies then unveiled an inscription for the courtroom featuring a quote by Senator Graham that reads: “Every generation of Americans has the obligation to know its rights and duties as citizens. May those students who enter here accept this responsibili-
MIAMI LAKES MIDDLE SCHOOL principal Manuel Sanchez III (far left) joined Senator Bob Graham and Beth Martinez of The Graham Companies in honoring Lisa DeYarza during the courtroom dedication. ty for themselves and protect it for principal Manuel Sanchez III and DeYarza, as well as tokens of gratfuture students.” A ribbon-cutting ceremony fol- itude presented to Senator Graham lowed the presentations and the and Martinez, Slaton, and courtroom was immediately chris- Hantman. One of the plaques pretened with a mock trial led by sented read “Our deepest gratitude for giving us the wings to sustain DeYarza's legal studies students. Concluding remarks were given our students' civic education and by Miami Lakes Middle School foster their civic skills.”
Kickoff for E-Reader Lending Program at Library on May 27 Town of Miami Lakes announced it will kickoff its new EReader Lending Program with a workshop at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 27, at Miami Lakes Branch Library, 6699 Windmill Gate Road. The new program, initiated by Vice Mayor Manny Cid, provides an opportunity for residents to checkout electronic e-readers for a three-week period at no cost. Using the e-readers, residents will be able to download free ebooks from the Miami-Dade Public Library System’s website using their library card as well as download ebooks using other free web-
sites. The free E-Reader Workshop will offer step-by-step information on how to use an e-reader and how to download ebooks from the library’s website. The workshop is open to everyone of all ages and those with, or without, their own e-readers. After the May 27 kick-off, residents will be able to check out ereaders from Town Hall, 6601 Main Street, on an ongoing basis using a valid identification. For more information, contact Katya Lysak, Leisure Services manager, at lysakk@miamilakes-fl.gov, or 305-698-9308.
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Pace’s Nicholas Fernandez earns National Merit grant and Ivy League aceptances
Town settles Youth Center default; partial demolition may be needed
It was at the bottom of the pile of college letters. When Miami Lakes resident and Monsignor Edward Pace senior Nicholas Fernandez opened the envelope, he joined an exclusive group of students that have been honored as a National Merit Scholarship Program recipient. The National Merit Scholarship Program is a well-known academic competition for recognition and scholarships that began in 1955. High school students enter the program by taking the Preliminary SAT (PSAT). Approximately 1.5 million high school juniors take the test each year. While some students advance to receive commended, semifinalist or even finalist standing, only 8,000 are selected to receive a Merit Scholarship award. “We are so proud of what Nicholas has accomplished here,” said Pace principal Ana Garcia. “And while he has excelled academically, and is being rightfully recognized for those efforts, what he has done outside of the classroom has also made an impact to our school community and others, and is equally worthy of recognition.” Fernandez was elected Student Council president after serving as class president in his freshmen through junior years. In addition to chairing the executive board, he is also Yearbook editor and a member of numerous honor societies and service clubs. In his freshman year, Fernandez created a club to organize various student efforts in support of the 50th anniversary of the school. A program he started, called "Got Sole?" featured a shoe drive for poor children that live in a small village in the Dominican Republic near the Haitian border. Fernandez has personally delivered the more than 150 pairs
However, Colonial Windows Corporation filed a claim against the surety bond and a lawsuit against Banker Insurance for nonpayment for the windows and doors they furnished to Ballarena Construction for the building. The surety company and Miami Lakes agreed to each pay $31,250 to Colonial Windows Corporation to settle the lawsuit. “Some of the windows are good and some are not,” said Miami Lakes Town Attorney Raul Gastesi. “But they don’t get the money until we get the rest of the equipment.” Councilmember Tim Daubert said the surety company or the contractor should pay to replace the playground equipment that’s been sitting “there for over a year.” “Even with the settlement, they are not paying the town enough,” he said. “Even with a bigger budget to build it, we are looking at time lost. Why not put a dollar amount on lack of performance when residents and the Boys Scouts haven’t been able to use the park for over a year?” Martinez told councilmembers the next step is selecting a new contractor to perform “selective demolition” work to save as much
NICHOLAS FERNANDEZ of shoes and socks he has collected through his "Got Sole?" shoe drive at school, his church and through friends and family, during week-long mission trips for the past three years. In addition to his National Merit Scholar status, Fernandez also received recognition as a National Hispanic Recognition Program scholar, is an AP Scholar with Distinction, was awarded a Comcast Scholarship, and earned Pace’s Principal Award for Outstanding Leadership. As many faculty, classmates and Pace community members recently discovered, Fernandez also had a great talent for the arts. In Pace's most recent musical production, In the Heights, Fernandez showcased his theatrical talents in one of the lead roles, singing, dancing and acting on stage for over 1,300 audience members over a three-night schedule. Fernandez has finalized his plans with the $2,500 National Merit Scholarship, as he had several universities to choose from, such as Harvard, Princeton, Cornell, University of Florida or University of Miami where he was accepted. He has decided to attend Princeton.
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Lakes’ building standards. “We asked the contractor to correct it because the work didn’t comply with the original designs,” Martinez said. “He didn’t want to admit it was wrong and he defaulted. Lack of supervision cased the default.” Mayor Wayne Slaton, and Councilmembers Daubert, Frank Mingo, Tony Lama, and Nelson Rodriguez voted to accept the settlement. Vice Mayor Manny Cid and Councilmember Ceaser Mestre were absent from the meeting. Following the default, delay and a series of negotiations, lawmakers are happy to put the mess behind them and proceed with the project.
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Com. Esteban Bovo Jr. addresses M. Lakes Chamber of Commerce By David L. Snelling The Miami Laker staff The life of a Miami-Dade Commissioner is often depicted as immensely busy, meeting-hopping from one end of the county to the other. Case in point, on Wednesday, May 7, Commissioner Esteban Bovo Jr. attended two early morning meetings, and subsequently met with soccer legend David Beckham and his partners in the highly publicized issue of bringing a soccer franchise to Miami. The heart of the discussion is the location for the soccer stadium; Beckham is eyeing the Port of Miami to build a soccer-specific stadium while Mayor Carlos Gimenez proposed a plan for another site, filling a vacant boat slip adjacent to American Airlines Arena. But Bovo took time from his busy schedule to be the guest speaker at the Miami Lakes Chamber of Commerce’s monthly membership luncheon at Don Shula’s Hotel, where he discussed the soccer matter, upcoming budget issues and the need for reconstruction at Miami-Dade County. “That’s the life of a county commissioner,” Bovo quipped. The site selection for the proposed soccer stadium could be settled by next week. “No fault to Beckham to pick the best site for his stadium, but the Port of Miami may not be the best location,” Bovo said. The former state representative said some people are debunking the idea of a soccer franchise even though a plan hasn’t been put on the table. But he’s not surprised because Miami-Dade issues are often contentious.
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MIAMI LAKES CHAMBER OF COMMERCE officials welcomed Commissioner Esteban Bovo Jr. as guest speaker at their April luncheon meeting. Pictured (from left) Suzy Kanner, Jack McCall, Elsa Reus, Bovo, Magaly Rubio and Carmen Elias-Levenson. He indicated libraries and fire “People are saying things and we are just talking,” Bovo said. rescue services could be on the “Whether it’s water and sewer and chopping block, but he’s optiother infrastructure, every issue is mistic the county can reduce the important because time is money. deficit and keep the services in tact. Like the city of Hialeah, Bovo, And the longer the delay, the more a former Hialeah Councilman, money it will cost.” Echoing Gimenez’s sentiments, said retrofitting libraries in the Bovo said Miami-Dade is “dys- county’s parks could be a solution. “The challenge is why are we functional” and needs a major overhaul to operate more effec- spending $5 million on a storefront for a library?” Hialeah has tively. “Firefighters are acting like been doing this for years with magicians and librarians are earn- libraries and E-libraries in the ing more money than the police,” parks to save money.” Chamber of Commerce memhe said. “Miami-Dade needs a reconstruction process because at bers praised Bovo and his staff for the end of the day, it still costs their work in his district compared to the apathy from other county money.” After the county commission officials. “I am upset over how the couneradicated the employee healthcare concession in December, ty treats its residents,” said Laura which stopped nearly 26,000 Espinosa. “The county has employees from contributing five become a monster and we blame percent of their base pay toward that on the past elected officials group healthcare costs, Bovo said who have no empathy for us resiMiami-Dade is staring at a $56 dents. But Bovo’s office got us of million budget shortfall for the the loop. I hope there are more people at Miami-Dade like you.” next fiscal year.
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News and Notes from the Town of Miami Lakes Great Strides Miami Lakes Walk earns $63,000 for the benefit of Cystic Fibrosis More than 350 people participated in the Sixth Annual Great Strides Miami Lakes Walk to benefit the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation (CFF) on April 26 at Graham Park in Miami Lakes. The Walk, which netted $63,000, benefits CFF whose mission is to cure cystic fibrosis and to provide all people with the disease the opportunity to lead full, productive lives by funding research and drug development,
promoting individualized treatment, and ensuring access to highquality specialized care. Currently, there is no cure. Miami Lakes elected officials, including Mayor Wayne Slaton and Councilmembers Tim Daubert, Frank Mingo and Nelson Rodriguez, attended the Walk and presented a proclamation naming April 26 “Great Strides for Cystic Fibrosis Day.”
Town welcomes Dr. D Conservatory of Music Miami Lakes councilmembers joined in the grand opening of Dr. D Conservatory of Music with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on May 2 at the studio located at 5881 N.W. 151 Street. The facility will conduct music classes and small performances. Using giant scissors, officials joined Jose Ignacio Diaz Gravie, also known as Dr. D., and others to cut the red ribbon. As part of the celebration, both veteran and beginner students performed new tunes for attendees to enjoy. “Dr. D is a friend of this community, an outstanding educator, and a strong advocate for the musical arts,” said Councilmember Tony Lama. “I was honored to be a part of his grand opening, welcome him to Miami Lakes, and look forward to working with him to further the arts in our community.”
Residents invited to attend HOA/COA meeting on May 22 “GREAT STRIDES FOR CYSTIC FIBROSIS DAY” was proclaimed during the Sixth Annual Walk on April 26. Pictured (from left) Councilmember Tim Daubert, Team Danny leader Danny Quesada who has CF, Mayor Wayne Slaton, Councilmember Frank Mingo, event co-chair and Miami Lakes resident Mike Quesada, and Councilmember Nelson Rodriguez.
PICTURED at the grand opening of Dr. D Conservatory of Music (from left) Councilmembers Frank Mingo and Tony Lama, Jose Ignacio Diaz Gravie (Dr. D), Ela Diaz, Vice Mayor Manny Cid, resident artist Ana Barbosa, and Councilmember Nelson Rodriguez.
Veterans Committee dedicates tree planting in memory of fallen Miami Lakes veterans
Miami Lakes Neighborhood Improvement Committee (NIC) is inviting all Miami Lakes residents to participate in the Homeowner and Condo Association meeting at 7 p.m. on Thursday, May 22, at the Mary Collins Community Center, 15151 Montrose Road.
Town of Miami Lakes Notice of Public Zoning Hearing NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Town of Miami Lakes Planning and Zoning Board will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, May 20, 2014 at 6:30 PM at the Town Hall Chambers, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, FL 33014, to consider the following request for the subject location: HEARING NUMBER: APPLICANT: FOLIO: LEGAL DESCRIPTION:
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VARH2014-0003 Dora Indiviglia 32-2021-027-0230 Lot 23 in Block 1 of “GENESIS GARDEN” according to the Plat thereof, as recorded in Plat Book 151, Page 48, of the Public Records of Miami-Dade County, Florida. 14947 N.W. 91st Court, Miami Lakes, FL 33014 RU-1Z
In accordance with the Town of Miami Lakes Land Development Code (the “Town LDC”), Dora Indiviglia (the “Applicant”) is requesting the following Variance(s) from the Town LDC: 1. A variance from Section 13-1506(3) to allow a flat panel aluminum canopy where the Code requires all canopies to be constructed of canvas, fabric, vinyl and pipe, or CBS construction to match the residence. All persons interested may appear in person, by attorney or agent, or by letter, and express objection or approval. All documentation pertaining to the item(s) is on file in the Office of the Town Clerk located at 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, FL 33014. In accordance with the provisions of F.S. Section 286.0105, should any person seek to appeal any decision made by the Town of Miami Lakes Planning and Zoning Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting, 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 accommodations to participate in the proceedings should call Town Hall at 305-364-6100 no later than two (2) days before the proceedings for assistance. Marjorie Tejeda-Castillo, Town Clerk
COUNCILMEMBER TONY LAMA (second from left), participated in a tree dedication ceremony honoring fallen veterans from Miami Lakes on May 6 at Picnic Park West. He joined Veterans Committee members (from left) Alejandro Sanchez, George Deming, Jose Braniella, Angel Vazquez, Gary Cardenas and local artist Al Darmanin. “It was an absolute pleasure and honor to share such a special moment with a great committee and group of resident veterans,” Lama said. “This commemoration is the least we can do to honor the fallen soldiers that made Miami Lakes their home.”
Annual Community Recital scheduled at Barbara Goleman Auditorium on Friday, May 30 Miami Lakes will hold its annual Community Recital from 6 to 9 p.m. on Friday, May 30. The free event, open to the public, will take place at Barbara Goleman Senior High School Auditorium, 14100 N.W. 89 Avenue, and will feature performances from a wide variety of year-long community programs which are held in the town. The youth Martial Arts, Ballet and Jazz classes, the senior TaiChi and nutrition class, and the adult Yoga and Line Dancing classes will all take part in the
recital. The town expressed its appreciation to its community partners – Hialeah Miami Lakes Adult and Community Education, which provides the free senior Tai-Chi and nutrition, arts and crafts, knitting and crocheting, sewing and computer classes; and Miami Dade College which provides the adult Line Dancing and Yoga classes. For more information, contact Katya Lysak at lysakk@miamilakes-fl.gov, or 305-698-9308.
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News and Notes from the Town of Miami Lakes M. Lakes sponsors Arbor Day Gov. Scott awards Medals of Heroism Members of the Town celebration to commemorate Council attended a ceremotown’s tree canopy initiatives ny on April 28 where In honor of National Arbor Day, the Town of Miami Lakes held an Arbor Day Celebration on April 25 to commemorate the town’s tree canopy and to recognize the importance of planting trees in the community. As part of the event at Miami Lakes Picnic Park West, a Live Oak tree was planted by Mayor Wayne Slaton and Town Council members. Girl Scout Troop 263 participated in the event by reading a tree poem, and the town’s Arborist was on hand to provide information about the town’s tree initiatives and proper-tree planting and trimming. There are more than 17,000
trees or urban tree canopy in public right of ways and parks in the town. “The Town of Miami Lakes has been named a Tree City USA for seven consecutive years and has received the Growth Award for five consecutive years from the Arbor Day Foundation,” said Slaton. “This Arbor Day celebration commemorated this important accomplishment and prestigious recognition.” For more information on the town’s tree canopy initiatives and programs, contact the Department of Community and Leisure Services at 305-364-6100.
Florida Governor Rick Scott recognized several officers from Miami-Dade County and the City of Miami with Medals of Heroism. Miami Lakes Officer Edwin Ramos was honored for his participation in rescuing an unconscious man from a crashed vehicle. The event was held at Miami-Dade Police Department’s Northwest District station in Miami Lakes.
PICTURED (from left) Councilmember Nelson Rodriguez, Mayor Wayne Slaton, Gov. Scott, Miami Lakes Police Officer Edwin Ramos, and Councilmember Tim Daubert.
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:
Elderly Affairs Committee Meeting Wednesday, May 14, 8:30 AM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Town Council Workshop Thursday, May 15, 5:30 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Veterans Committee Meeting Tuesday, May 20, 5:30 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. ARBOR DAY TREE PLANTING at Miami Lakes Picnic Park West by town Councilmembers (from left) Frank Mingo, Nelson Rodriguez, Ceasar Mestre, Tim Daubert, Vice Mayor Manny Cid and Mayor Wayne Slaton.
Applications for the Key to the Town scholarships are due by May 30 The Miami Lakes Education Advisory Board and The Graham Companies have teamed up again to offer the 2014 Key to the Town Scholarship. This year, two $1,000 scholarships will be awarded. Eligible recipients will be graduating seniors who are residents of the town. The winners will have demonstrated extraordinary commitment to their school and community. Interested seniors must submit a typed essay (750 words maximum) explaining in his/her own words why they should be selected to receive the scholarship. The student must demonstrate academic achievement and community service commitment, identify future goals, and include a personal obstacle he/she overcame. An application (available on the town’s website www.miamilakes-fl.gov) must accompany the essay and contain the applicant’s name, address, telephone number, name of the High School, commu-
nity service and extracurricular activities, the college or university the applicant will be attending (if available), and other leadership activities. An official sealed high school transcript and three letters of recommendation from non-relatives, one of which must be from a teacher or school officials, must accompany the essay. The entire package must be submitted no later than Friday, May 30, to Clarisell De Cardenas, Special Events and Committees coordinator, at 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, FL 33014. All applications will be forwarded to the Education Advisory Board for their selection of the two recipients. The Mayor, Town Council and a representative of The Graham Companies will present the winners with their check at the June 10 Council meeting. For more information, contact De Cardenas at 305-364-6100, ext. 1132.
Economic Development Committee Tuesday, May 20, 5:30 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Planning & Zoning Board Meeting Tuesday, May 20, 6:30 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Neighborhood Improvement Committee Meeting Tuesday, June 3, 7:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Youth Activities Task Force Wednesday, June 4, 7:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Cultural Affairs Committee Meeting Thursday, June 5, 7:00 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 Committee meetings. This Notice dated May 9, 2014 at Miami Lakes, Fl. Majorie Tejeda-Castillo, Town Clerk
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recommended the measure at the April 8 regular Town Council meeting. • Lawmakers were expected to approve a proposed site plan on a conditional use application for a nonpublic child care facility submitted by Marisol Torres and JMC Properties at Royal Oaks Corporation, 15225 N.W. 77 Avenue. Town staff is recommending approval of the plan for the Little College Corporation, which includes a maximum enrollment of 194 children ranging in age from 2 to 10 years, with the facility operating from Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. The plan also includes the applicants providing a minimum of 7,210 square feet of outdoor recreation space, which must be fenced. • Council members were expected to approve a resolution codesignating Miami Lakeway North between N.W. 67 Avenue and Miami Lakeway Drive as Father James P. Murphy Way. The location is near Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic Church and School, where Murphy served as pastor from 1996 to 2011, and contributed to the Miami Lakes community for many years. He died earlier this year from cancer. • Lawmakers were expected to approve a resolution to place a non-binding straw ballot measure for the November election to determine if residents want Miami Lakes to continue to pursue obtaining its own town-wide zip code. • Lawmakers were expected to approve a working contract in the
amount of $149,101 with JVA Engineering Contractors for drainage improvements for N.W. 83 Place. The new drainage system will address flooding after heavy rainfall events due to limited existing drainage. The existing roadway pavement between N.W. 158 Terrace and N.W. 162 Street will also be milled and resurfaced with a 1” lift of S-III asphalt. • Council members were expected to approve a working contract in the amount of $141,406 to Williams Paving Company to complete the second phase of the Greenway Trail improvements along N.W. 170 Street between N.W. 82 Avenue and 77 Court. The project consists of two components. The first component includes the work to be performed on property owned by the town. The second component is for work to be performed on property that is currently owned by Miami-Dade County. The second phase of the Greenway will provide connectivity to the existing trail, enhance the aesthetics of this portion of right of way, and provide additional
opportunities for safe pedestrian and bicycle use for recreational and transportation purposes. The project was selected and received funding assistance through the Recreational Trails Program (RTP), a federally funded competitive grant program. • Councilmembers discussed Councilmember Ceasar Mestre’s proposal to increase the height of private property walls to nine feet that are adjacent to a street rightof-way by amending the town’s land development code. According to Mestre, many residents brought it to his attention that their desire for the maximum height of walls to be increased in efforts to enhance public safety. The town’s existing code allows walls to be no more than six feet. • Councilmembers discussed Councilmember Nelson Rodriguez’s recommendation to create a Youth Town Council. Currently there are only two youth appointments to the Youth Activities Task Force. Although the YATF does unbelievable work with the youth, Rodriguez believes direct input from a youth council would benefit the Town.
Independent local short film premieres May 17 on Main St. After a successful Kickstarter campaign and approximately one year of production, Miami Lakes filmmakers, Samurai Snacks Productions, announced the completion of their first collective short film: Fantasy Inn. Fantasy Inn will be shown at The Main Street Playhouse located at 6766 Main Street in Miami Lakes. The first screening is scheduled for Saturday, May 17, at 2:30 p.m. The following screenings are Sunday, May 18, at 6:30 and 8 p.m., and Monday, May 19, at 8 p.m.
Fantasy Inn consists of five unique stories all taking place in the same motel room. Each of the four members of Samurai Snacks Productions, Jason Lyzniak, Ashley Perdigon, Ileana Hernandez, and Alex Casanova, wrote and directed their own story and collaborated on the fifth. Mature audiences only. Screenings are free, but a suggested $5 donation at the door is requested to cover screening costs. Concessions will be available for purchase and prizes will be raffled off.
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Miami Lakes Bar Association hosts educational lunches in April and May The Miami Lakes Bar Association (MLBA) will be providing its members another educational luncheon, much like the association event held in late April, at Don Shula’s Hotel on Friday, May 16, and will feature Alex Diaz, an attorney at Klein Glasser, who grew up in Miami Lakes. Diaz will educate association members on how to avoid civil and ethical exposure. Continuing Legal Education credit will be provided for this luncheon. In late April, MLBA offered an informative luncheon at Don Shula’s Hotel for members of the association. Haydee S. Sera, a longtime Miami Lakes resident and attorney at Gastesi &
Associates, P.A., together with Damaris Pereira, a town resident and attorney at The Elias Law Firm, PLLC, coordinated the appearance of Vanessa Abreu, Esquire, Luke G. Sherlock III, and Lazaro Solis as speakers on highly controversial real estate matters. Abreu, a town resident and attorney at Fidelity National Law Group provided the members in attendance an educational presentation on recurring real estate claims for fraud, forgery, quieting title, homestead and judgments, among others. Sherlock, an attorney and former town resident, presented the members with comprehensive materials regarding FIRPTA
Miami Lakes Branch Library sets free programs for rest of May
Salvation Army Captain Kelly Durant recognized by M. L. Chamber of Commerce
Miami Lakes Branch Library has the following programs available for the public during May: For Children: Family Game Day! Enjoy playing a variety of table games and family and friends. For all a g e s a t 3 p.m. on S aturd ay, May 24. For Teens: Tween Book Club – This is a tween book club for ages 8-12. Members meet once a month to discuss the chosen book of the month. Registration required. Meets at 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 31. Teen Club: Games and More - Teens meet to play video games, watch anime, draw or discuss books. For ages 12-19 years at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, May 27. For Adults: Book Discussion Group – Contact the branch for this month’s title. Meets at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 20. Cuba, La Republica de Generales y Doctores – Local author Robert Solera discusses his book at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 21.. Congressman Mario DiazBalart Community Outreach – A member of Congressman Mario Diaz-Balart’s staff will visit the library to discuss federal issues or any problem a constituent may have with a federal agency. Meets at 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 28. Miami Lakes Branch Library is located at 6699 Windmill Gate Road. For operating hours, registration and more information, call 305-822-6520. hometown
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(Foreign Investment in Real Property Tax Act of 1980) in commercial transactions and how to assist foreign clients with tax matters involving the sale of real property. Solis, the Miami-Dade Property Appraiser, provided essential information regarding the highlyvisited property appraiser’s website, exemptions, and assessments of real property. All qualifying members received continuing Legal Education credit and lunch. For more information on previous and upcoming Miami Lakes Bar Association events, contact Gastesi and Associates at 305818-9993.
PICTURED at the April Miami Lakes Bar Association luncheon are (from left) Carlos A. Enriquez, Esquire; Haydee S. Sera, Esquire; Lorenzo Cobiella, Esquire; Ronald Romero; Damaris Pereira, Esquire; and Gloria Garcia, Esquire.
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SALVATION ARMY CAPT. KELLY DURANT, a Miami Lakes resident, was honored by the Miami Lakes Chamber of Commerce for all of the humanitarian work he does throughout Miami-Dade County when a major disaster strikes. He received the proclamation from Chamber president Magaly Rubio.
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Final weekend for Secrets of the La Croix at the Main Street Playhouse This is the final weekend for award-winning author David Michael Sires’ play, Secrets of the La Croix, at the Main Street Playhouse, 6766 Main Street in Miami Lakes. The play is about a day in the life of Roger La Croix, that day being the worst Thanksgiving of his life. It starts out with not being able to watch the big game on his broken television, but when his son comes home and reveals a big secret, chaos ensues. The holiday begins to unravel faster than he could have ever imagined. Full of fun, regret, laughs, lies and Cranberry Sauce, this comedic Thanksgiving farce isn’t a holiday, it’s a war. Performances are Friday and Saturday, May 16-17, at 8 p.m., and Sunday, May 18, at 2 p.m. Tickets are available at the door or online at www.mainstreetplayers. com.
Following the final show on May 18, The Main Street Players will present three scholarships to seniors from local Miami Lakes high schools. Scholarship hopefuls must be members of their high school's drama department or drama club and attending college in the fall of 2014 for a performing arts curriculum. The Main Street Players hope to make the scholarships available as an annual event for deserving college-bound students. On Saturday, June 28, The Main Street Players will present the ever popular magician, Dylan Ace for one performance at 7 p.m. On Monday, June 30, in conjunction with the South Florida Theater League, the Main Street
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An educational workshop titled “Savvy Social Security Planning: What Baby Boomers Need to Know to Maximize Retirement Income,” has been scheduled for 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, May 28, at the Miami Lakes Branch Library, 6699 Windmill Gate Road. Social Security is far more complicated than most people realize. The decisions baby boomers make now can have a tremendous impact on the total amount of benefits they stand to receive over their lifetime. Some questions baby boomers are asking include “Will Social Security be there for me?”, “How much can I expect to receive?”, “When should I apply for Social Security?” and “Will Social
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Players is hosting one of the Theatre League Summer Fest play readings, The Pot by Glenn Hutchinson. Admission is free for the play reading but donations to Main Street Players will be accepted in the lobby. More information on Dylan Ace and The Pot will be made available soon. Additionally, the Main Street Players' first session for the summer Children's Theater Workshop is full, however session two, beginning in July, is still open for registration. For more information on the Children's Theater Workshop, this season's plays, Dylan Ace, or the scholarship program, visit www.mainstreetplayers.com or call 305-558-3737.
ML Library hosts workshop on Social Security for baby boomers Security be enough to live on in retirement?” To help baby boomers better understand the Social Security system, this workshop will cover five factors to consider when deciding when to apply for benefits: When it makes sense to delay benefits and when it does not, why one should always check earnings record for accuracy, how to estimate benefits, how to coordinate benefits with a spouse, how to minimize taxes on Social Security benefits, and how to coordinate Social Security with other sources of retirement income. Seating is limited and reservations are recommended. Individuals may reserve space by calling 305-825-1444.
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Alliance Theatre Lab brings two plays to Main St. Playhouse in June Following the close of Secrets of the La Croix, The Main Street Playhouse, located at 6766 Main Street in Miami Lakes, will be hosting The Alliance Theatre Lab's productions Laundry & Bourbon and Lone Star. The show is directed Adalberto Acevedo and Juan Carlos Besares. These two one-act plays by playwright James McLure, togeth-
er form one love story which will be presented back to back beginning on Friday, June 6, running through June 22. Shows will be presented on Fridays and Saturdays and 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 and 7 p.m. Tickets are available online at www.thealliancetheatrelab.com or by calling 305-2590418. Adult tickets are $30, seniors are $25 and students with
Two town stormwater drainage projects funded in state budget State Representatives Manny Diaz Jr. (R-Hialeah) and Jose Oliva (R-Hialeah), and Senator Rene Garcia (R-Hialeah) make a great team for the Town of Miami Lakes. The three politicos teamed up during the 2014 Florida Legislative Session in Tallahassee and delivered $1.3 million for two major storm water drainage projects for Miami Lakes on the heels of a visit by Mayor Wayne Slaton and councilmembers, who requested the funding on behalf of the town. The projects are crucial to Miami Lakes and its residents, and the lawmakers worked together during Miami-Dade Days to secure the money. “These projects are important to the Town of Miami Lakes,� said Oliva. “We will always fight on behalf of our constituents.�
The Miami Lakes Canal Bank stabilization project received $1 million in Florida’s budget that will fund geotechnical testing, surveying and engineering design of upgrades for bank stabilization and landscaping. Miami Lakes also received $300,000 for the second part of the West Lakes drainage improvement project and will complete the drainage system retrofit and installation of new exfiltration trenches. “I would like to thank Rep. Oliva, Senator Garcia and Delegation Chair Eddy Gonzalez – as a team we were able to make sure our community’s needs were met in the state budget,� said Diaz. Town staff cautiously awaits confirmation of the state funds pending possible line item vetoes by Governor Rick Scott.
valid student I.D. are $15. Laundry & Bourbon, conceived as a companion piece to precede Lone Star, centers on the comedic discontent and gossip of three small-town wives whose marriages have fallen short of expectations. Elizabeth, Hattie and Amy Lee happily gossip over laundry about the many open secrets which are so much a part of small-town life, that is until self-righteous Amy Lee says she has spotted Elizabeth's husband, Roy, around town with another woman. The ensuing conversation is edged with bitter humor and from it emerges a sense of Elizabeth's inner strength and quiet understanding of the turmoil that has beset her husband since his return from Vietnam. Lone Star is a hilarious study of a pair of Texas “good ole boys� on a Saturday night at a local bar. Roy, a brawny former high school hero, is back in town after a tour in Vietnam and seeks to reestablish his position in the town. Joined by his younger brother, Ray, Roy tells his military tales and amorous exploits. Among all though, Roy cherishers his country, his wife, and his 1959 Thunderbird. The underpinnings of Roy's world however begin to collapse as secrets are unveiled. Despite the heavy topics, the good humor of the play never lapses and ends as breezily as it began. For more information visit www.thealliancetheatrelab.com.
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Pet tag renewals now available online Miami-Dade County Animal Services Department now offers convenient online dog license tag renewal. The new online service allows pet owners to purchase and renew dog license tags and report rabies vaccination renewals without visiting the shelter. Pet owners receive notifications confirming
receipt of detailed transactions to include, the receipt of their purchase order and confirmation of shipment, and are notified of any transactions that may be declined. To renew a pet’s license tag online, visit www.miamidade.gov/ animals and click on “Renew your pet’s license tag.�
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Meeting & Class Calendar The Town of Miami Lakes, M. L. Civic Association, homeowners associations, professional and volunteer groups have scheduled meetings and classes during May and early June:
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Elderly Affairs Com. May 14 8:30 am M.L. Govt. Center May 15 5:30 pm M.L. Govt. Center Council Workshop Veterans Committee May 20 5:30 pm M.L. Govt. Center Planning & Zoning Board Meeting May 20 6:30 pm M.L. Govt. Center Economic Development May 20 5:30 pm M.L. Govt. Center Neighborhood Improvement Committee June 3 7:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center Youth Activities Task Force June 4 7:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center Cultural Affairs Com. June 5 7:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center (Following classes are free for Miami Lakes residents) Yoga (for adults) M/Tu/W/Th 7:30 am MCCC Line Dancing Tues./Thurs. 11:30 am MCCC Tai Chi M/Tu/W/Th 9:00 am MCCC Painting I Fridays 9:00 am MCCC Painting II Fridays 12:30 pm MCCC Quilting Tuesdays 11:15 am MCCC Arts & Crafts Mondays Noon MCCC Knitting/Crocheting Tues./Thurs. 1:35 pm MCCC Senior Computer (Span.) Mon./Wed. 9:15 am MCCC Senior Computer (Eng.) Tues./Thurs. 9:15 am MCCC Ballet 1 Mondays 4:30 pm MCCC Ballet 2 Mondays 5:30 pm MCCC Ballet 3 Wednesdays 4:30 pm MCCC Ballet 4 Wednesdays 5:30 pm MCCC Martial Arts (tots) Mon./Wed. 4:30 pm MCCC Martial Arts (beginners) Mon./Wed. 5:30 pm MCCC Martial Arts (intermed.) Tues./Thurs 4:30 pm MCCC Martial Arts (advanced) Tues./Thurs. 5:30 pm MCCC Jazz 1 Tuesdays 4:30 pm MCCC Jazz 2 Tuesdays 5:30 pm MCCC Jazz 3 Thursdays 4:30 pm MCCC Jazz 4 Thursdays 5:30 pm MCCC Table Tennis Tues./Thurs. 12 noon RACC Spanish (for adults) M/Tu/W/Th 6:00 pm MCCC
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M.L. Garden Club bunco June 4 11:30 am MCCC M.L. Chamber/Comm. June 4 11:30 am Shula’s Hotel M.L. Bridge Club Mondays 11:30 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 M.L. Lions Club 1st/3rd Tues. 7:00 pm Denny’s Hialeah 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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Miami Lakes K-8 Center performance groups entertain in Downtown Disney Miami Lakes K-8 Center performance groups became stars of their own Disney show on May 1 when they entertained guests at Waterside Stage in Downtown Disney at the Walt Disney World Resort as part of the Disney Performing Arts Program. The chorus, under the direction
of Sara Cino, performed many popular rock songs such as Queen’s “Bohemian Rhapsody� and Starship’s “We Built This City.� This was the premier performance for the chorus at the Disney Performing Arts Program. The cheerleaders and salsa dancers, directed by Angel
Hernandez, Naomi Maceo, Mario Ortiz and Pey-Guy Marra, performed choreographed dances to upbeat music that had the whole crowd at the unique entertainment area dancing along. This was the fourth visit for the Miami Lakes dance troupe to Downtown Disney.
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Did You Know? Town of Miami Lakes Development Code, Section 131601(a)(5) states: Garbage and trash disposal. No garbage, trash, refuse, rubbish, or recyclables shall be deposited or kept on any lot except in a suitable study container. Such container shall not be visible from any point on the front lot line, or from the lake or golf course, as applicable. Corner lots shall also not have garbage, trash, refuse, rubbish or
other debris and discards, including recyclables, visible from the side yard with faces the street. Garbage, trash, refuse, rubbish, or recyclables may be placed in the collection area in front of the residence for collection no earlier than 4:00 p.m. the night prior to the designated collection day. Containers for garbage, trash, refuse, rubbish, or recyclables must be removed from the collection area by no later than 7:00 p.m. on the collection day.
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PSN Elementary’s Summer Camp scheduled for June 9 through August 1 When school is over, fun in the Summer begins. Parents can now register their kids for the Palm Springs North Elementary Community School’s Summer Camp, which begins Monday, June 9, through Friday, August 1. Each day, the eight-week camp begins at 7:40 a.m. until 5:45 p.m.
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Goleman softball’s Angelica Montalvo signs with Nova-Southeastern Univ. Family, coaches and friends of Barbara Goleman Senior High’s softball standout Angelica Montalvo gathered recently in Principal’s Joaquin Hernandez’ office to celebrate her college signing day. Montalvo accepted an athletic scholarship to attend NovaSoutheastern University and will join the Lady Sharks softball program for the 2014-2015 campaign. The senior catcher is projected to contribute immediately upon her arrival in the fall of 2014 for the Lady Sharks. Head coach Lisa Bonee recruited her early on in 2013 and said, “I am excited to have Angie join our Lady Sharks family. I am sure she will be an asset to our program.” Goleman head softball coach Orlando Barreda expressed pride in Montalvo’s various accomplishments and commitment to excellence both on the diamond and in the classroom. Montalvo’s career number at Goleman include a .519 batting average, 12 homeruns, and over 150 150 RBI’s. She will graduate in the top 15 percent of her class. RESULTS
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American High continues its trek to state baseball title with 2-0 win over PB Gardens Dwyer American High’s baseball team is two wins away from its first state title after the Patriots captured the Regional 4-7A Championship last week with a 20 win over Palm Beach Gardens Dwyer. American plays either Tallahassee’s Chiles or Oviedo in the state semifinal on Friday, May 16 at JetBlue Park in Fort Myers. The Patriots (24-5) will pick up where they left off last year, when
they were shut out, 6-0, by Plant City Durant in the state semifinal. Against Dwyer, Kevin Williams (2 for 3) and Rodney Williams (3 for 3) each drove in RBI singles in the second inning, and pitcher Alex Blanco (5-0) struck out four batters in five innings of work to remain undefeated. Dwyer’s starting pitcher Tyler Ahearn yielded six hits and two scores.
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YMCA Summer Camp opens on June 9 at Roberto Alonso Center The Town of Miami Lakes announced it will offer a YMCA Summer Camp Program from June 9 through August 15 at the Roberto Alonso Community Center at Royal Oaks Park, 16500 N.W. 87 Avenue. The camp will be open to children ages 5 to 12 years old, and will offer a sports and dance component along with a wide variety of events including sing-a-longs, arts and crafts, reading and learning, sports and games, field trips, and swim days. The Champion Sports Camp will teach the fundamentals of a variety of sports including basketball, soccer, baseball, football and more. Campers will learn the value of teamwork and sportsmanship in both a positive and non-competitive environment. The Dance Express! Camp will teach modern, jazz, and hiphop routines to the latest selection of music. Campers will also participate in an end of the summer performance. Summer Camp will run Mondays through Fridays from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Cost is $115 per week with a one-time $45 registration fee. Registration is ongoing by calling the YMCA of Greater Miami at 305-357-6622. For more information on Town of Miami Lakes summer programs, contact Katya Lysak, Leisure Services manager, at 305698-9308.
The 14th annual induction ceremony of the Sister Mary Carol Chapter of the National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) was held May 1 at Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic School. The NJHS is founded upon the principles of scholarship, leadership, service, citizenship and character.
NEW MEMBERS of Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic School’s National Junior Honor Society chapter are (back, from left) sixthgraders Justin Espinosa, Miguel Palacios and Joseph Munoz; and (from, from left) seventh-graders Vanessa Perez Robles and Stephanie Gonzalez. hometown
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Miami Lakes K-8 Center (MLK-8) held the attention of the crowd at the American Airlines Arena (AAA) on Wednesday April 2. The school's junior varsity (JV), varsity, and salsa teams performed at the AAA during the Miami Heat-Milwaukee Bucks game. At half-time the crowd cheered on as the JV cheerleaders danced on the arena floor followed by the varsity squad who leaped and tumbled as the fans roared, whis-
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Miami Lakes Educational Center journalism students present their senior Capstone projects By Roselind Romero The Miami Laker staff Miami Lakes Educational Center students in the Journalism strand embarked on a senior project that embodies the skills gained throughout four years of learning, and create the opportunity for students to continue growing as they compile a portfolio on their journey to create an original project. The students presented their Capstone projects in front of an esteemed panel of judges including Sergio Bustes, State and Politics Editor and Sunday Editor for The Miami Herald; Irma Negroni, the news department's Chief Writer for Telemundo; Sammy Mack of The Miami Herald and WLRN; Stefani Ferro, a Public Insight Network Analyst for The Miami Herald and previously a Digital News Reporter for National Public Radio in Washington D.C.; Adrianne
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Samantha Cardet presented Femme, a magazine “for thinking women” and it does not disappoint. The magazine does not diminish femininity, but inspires confidence and encourages active participation in social topics other than fashion. Karina Padron presented a documentary on teens titled Dark Circles, Teens: Real Issues, which focused on the darker side of adolescence, intent on diving deeper within the realities that plague students.
HML’s Sarah Marquez recognized for First Place ‘Clean Up/Green Up’ art Hialeah Miami Lakes Senior High School student Sarah Marquez was one of nine MiamiDade public and private school students honored by the MiamiDade County Commission and the Community Image Advisory
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Pace High Drama Club performs In the Heights Monsignor Edward Pace High School’s drama club recently performed In the Heights during a three-night performance schedule totaling over 1,300 audience members, breaking records for the most-attended performance. Part of the astonishing attendance was due to the cast which included a combination of students who live for theatre, and those whose talents stretch beyond various skill sets. This performance was especially emotional for the director, Cristina Pla-Guzman. “I was completely enamored with In the Heights from the first time I saw it,” she said. “I realized that as a Cuban American, I struggled with what it meant to be both, just like the characters themselves are dealing with." In the Heights is set in the New York neighborhood, Washington Heights, and explores the struggles of a hopeful community, chasing
CAST AND CREW of Pace’s drama production In the Heights are pictured in front of the set they designed and created. their dreams of a different life. “In the end,” said Pla-Guzman, “the characters realize that they are home, and my theatre members have found a home here with each other.” After four months of rehearsals and over 100 hours of set building,
the students formed a bond and that unique family-feel was evident on stage. “As with any performance, we would not be as successful if it were not for the parents who consistently show their support in various ways, and for that, I am forev-
Lawton Chiles Middle School lists summer reading choices for students Lawton Chiles Middle School is already gearing up for the 20142015 school year. Reading lists and activities for rising sixth, seventh and eighth graders have been released for students to continue improving reading comprehension and vocabulary throughout the summer months. Rising sixth graders are assigned to read: Almost Astronauts: 13 Women Who Dared to Dream by Tonya Lee Stone Flipped by Wendelin Van Draanen Julie of the Wolves by Jean Craighead George
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Hialeah Gardens High names 8 for Silver Knights Hialeah Gardens Senior High School has nominated eight students for the Silver Knight Scholarship awarded by The Miami Herald. Nominees from all schools with be interviewed by a panel of judges and the winning Silver Knight nominee will receive $2,000, a statue, and a medallion presented by American Airlines. Three honorable mentions are pre-
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Science. Perez has taken the responsibility of initiating the STEM (Science, Te c h n o l o g y, Engineering, Math) Club, where students find an outlet for competPEREZ ing in the different disciplines. He has singlehandedly implemented the club and organized the competitions with other schools through SECME and the Astronaut Challenge. He also tutors students in math. Algaze has always had a love for animals and through the Agriscience Academy at Hialeah Gardens, she has been able to learn and teach others different ways to treat ALGAZE and handle animals. She has taken part in projects such as, producing compost, growing organic crops, and helped in the yelping of different farm animals. Students have been able to be exposed to different aspects of farming through her training and she has expanded the program by educating students and igniting a passion in them as well. Cereijo has spearheaded the College Readiness Program at Hialeah Gardens. His goal has been to educate the Hispanic community in higher eduCEREIJO cation. He found a need for parents and students to learn the ins-and-outs of higher education and provides workshops to educate them of scholarships and different colleges available. He has created the program from inception to fruition by creating presentations and inviting special guests to take part in the program. He has been featured on America Teve and continues to pursue jour-
nalism through photography and writing for publications. Segovia took it upon herself to continue the 9/11 memorial at Hialeah Gardens. She expanded the memorial to include members of the community SEGOVIA and Hialeah Gardens Middle School. Segovia made time in her full schedule of rigorous course work to coordinate and delegate in order to bring awareness to 9/11 and educate the student body of the significance of that event in history. Vargas found a need in her church for members who needed translation services. After experiencing the obstacles that her parents had to overcome due to language barriers when they first came to this country, she decided to VARGAS make things easier for those that have immigrated to the United States who may not speak and/or understand English. She provides translation services through headsets that the audience wears where she translates the service for them. Albrecht came to the United States from Cuba last school year. In one year he has proven his excellence in mathematics. In Cuba, he was close to an uncle who suffered from cereALBRECHT bral palsy. As part of the Spanish Club, he was able to contribute to the community through that club in many ways. However, his spark came when he participated as a coach for the Twelfth Man Football and Cheer Camp for disabled children in Miami Dade County. His love for his uncle in Cuba reinforced his
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Volunteers, foster parent needed to feed new kittens Miami-Dade County Animal Services Department (ASD) is looking for volunteers and foster parents to help feed very young kittens abandoned at the shelter. To be kept alive, the kittens need to be hand fed in order to supplement what they can on their own. Those wanting to help can either volunteer to come to the shelter to hand feed the kittens, or foster the kittens in their own homes. Volunteers and foster parents will receive training and supplies and the joy from saving a little animal’s life. “Spring is kitten season for community cats and we are currently experiencing a large intake of very young kittens that need hand feeding with a syringe to be kept alive,” said ASD director Alex Muñoz. To volunteer at the shelter, email eafdez@miamidade.gov, and write “Syringe feeding ASD kittens” in the subject line. To become a foster parent, email JDYKSTR@miamidade.gov, and write “Foster parent for ASD kittens” in the subject line.
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American High nominates 12 for Silver Knights The Miami Herald's Silver Knight Program recognizes outstanding students who have maintained excellent grades and have unselfishly applied their special knowledge to their schools and communities. Nominees from all schools will be interviewed by a panel of judges in late May, from which judges will select one Silver Knight and three honorable mentions in each of 15 categories. The Silver Knight will receive $2,000, a statue, and a medallion presented by American Airlines. The honorable mentions are presented $500 and an engraved plaque. Silver Knight nominees from American Senior High School include: Elibel Rincon is the nominee for art. Her project consisted of tutoring local elementary schools students because of her belief that ‘guiding and RINCON equipping the generations to come” will help ensure a better future. Jonathan Spicer is the nominee for athletics. Spicer created the BAM (Basketball, Academics, and Music) program which assists students academically, and introduces them to basketball and piano. Spicer also connected SPICER with organizations to raise funds to furnish rooms in the Lewis Transitional Housing Project for foster children. Spicer also collected food and toiletries for those in Haiti through an event called Donations for Haiti held in his neighborhood. His final project consisted of aiding student athletes in obtaining volunteer personal training sessions over the course of three years. Johandry Franco is the nominee for business. Franco has served his community through the SECME and FIRST community service groups at his FRANCO school which has greatly impacted students and the community particularly in areas related to STEM. Samantha Soto is the nominee for digital and interactive media. Soto conducted a school restoration project through the JROTC program at AmeriSOTO can. It not only improved the aesthetics of the school, but also unified the participants in a common cause. Soto has also participated in the Sumobots Club in which she programmed a robot that functioned autonomously.
Marla Martinez is the nominee for the drama category. Martinez took part in the SHAPE organization which assists children with disabilities while also MARTINEZ fundraising for several causes including for clubs and sports in financial need at American Senior High School. Martinez is her school's Drama club president and has participated in multiple productions. Loren Hernandez is the nominee for the general scholarship. Hernandez volunteered at IC Quality Health Corp. and provided warmth and unique personality to the home health and hospice patients HERNANDEZ of the institution and their families. Hernandez's academic and extracurricular success have made her a well-rounded student. Ivana Montoya is the nominee for journalism. For nearly a year, Montoya volunteered at Chung's Tae Kwan Do where she assisted in child care and grew personally as a result of the difMONTOYA ferences in culture and age of those she volunteered for and the children she watched over. Hoang Bui is the nominee for mathematics. Bui's project centered on tutoring before and after school with the goal to better students in mathematics by restorBUI
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Society to be the one of greatest impact at his school. The weekly effort of volunteering within the organization LEWIS included tutoring peers in multiple facets of education, increasing performances of students and assisting in the school's overall grade. Melanie Perez has been nominated for foreign languages. Perez has worked with InterT.I.M.E. national and visited various countries through this organization. Perez has since taught English M. PEREZ
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Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic Church 15801 N.W. 67 Avenue Telephone: 305-558-2202 Sunday services in English 9:30, 11 AM and 5:30 PM Sunday services in Spanish 8 AM, 12:45 PM and 7 PM Saturday services 8:30 AM, 5 PM Daily services 7 and 8:30 AM Confessions: Saturdays 3:30 PM
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
8201 N.W. 186 Street Telephone: 305-829-0049 Spanish service.............................9 AM English service.......................12:30 PM Tuesday (Spanish).........................7 PM Wednesday (English)....................7 PM
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
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M.L. United Methodist Church
Meeting at Miami Lakes Middle 6425 Miami Lakeway North Telephone: 305-822-6999 Worship Service.........................10 AM 5901 N.W. 151 Street Telephone: 305-557-2651 Call for Service Schedule
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.)
Iglesia Biblica Cristiana Español Servicios
New Testament Baptist Church The Gathering Place
Telephone: 305-557-1959 Sunday service........................4:00 PM Wednesday Youth....................7:30 PM 6250 Miami Lakes Drive East
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
Temple Tifereth Jacob
El Nuevo Comienzo 6701 Miami Lakeway South Services in Spanish Sunday service.........................2:00 PM Thursday service.....................7:00 PM
St. Andrews Lutheran Church 575 W. 68 Street Telephone: 305-821-3622 Sunday service (English)........9:00 AM Sunday service (Spanish).....10:30 AM Bible School...............................11 AM
Iglesia Cristiana Reformada Vida Nueve 5941 N.W. 176 St., Bldg. #5 Telephone: 305-244-9425 www.icrvidanueve.com
Hialeah Church of Christ 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 305-244-8485 Country Club Middle School 18305 N.W. 75 Place Sunday Service (Eng.)..10:30 AM
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 5700 W. 12 Avenue Telephone: 305-821-3232 Worship Service...................11:00 AM
The Redeemed Christian Church of God 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.
New Testament Baptist Church holds student event New Testament Baptist Church's youth group, 4:12, captured the good vibes and camaraderie with “Compel Night” on Wednesday, April 30. The night kicked off in the church's parking lot with over 100 student attendees from Miami-Dade and Broward county schools. Local renowned Trinity Church pastor, Phil Bixby, shared a message with the students, and CTF Records’ artist Oscar Urbina delivered a performance greeted by applause. New Testament Baptist Church's youth pastor Abraham Metellus said “Compel is more than just an event, it's a call to saying goodbye to the old life and saying hello to the One who is able to give us new life.” The 4:12 youth ministry seeks to expose children and young adults to the truth, to inspire, and send them out in their local communities to make a difference in the world. The 4:12 ministry group meets Wednesday nights at 6:30 p.m. at 6601 N.W. 167 Street.
BGEC students plant garden at Hallandale Christian School Bob Graham Education Center students from Jennifer Batchelder and Maria Easterling’s third grade class participated in an outreach project, Blooming Buddies: Creating Sustainable Gardens in Our Community. The project was sponsored by the school’s PTSA Grant Program. Students, with the help of their families, planted an
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BOB GRAHAM EDUCATION CENTER students and parents display their vegetable garden planted at Hallandale Christian School.
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