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Aventura Branch Library Happenings Talk, Read, Sing for Preschoolers - Furry Tales and Much More The Aventura Branch Library has a wide variety of online events. There will be interactive story time, a book discussion group, chess club and much more. Some events may require you to RSVP, so, please go on-line to register at: https://mdpls.org/branch-northeast-dadeaventura. Or for more information prior to attending the event, call: (305) 931-5512.

On-line Event: Weeds and Seeds A History of Dining in Southern Florida Thursday, June 17th, 2021 from: 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

What did Floridians eat before fast food and fancy restaurants? Join us for a virtual tour of the plants and other food resources locals have been dining at for over 10,000 years. Presented by the Florida Public Archaeology Network. Space is limited for this on-line event.

Registration is required. Zoom link will be emailed to registrants within 24 hours of the event start time. Ages 19 years of age or older.

On-line Event: Down Under and Beyond Saturday, June 19th 2021 from: 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Virtuoso Didgeridoo player, Rob Thomas invites you on a journey to Australia and beyond! Enjoy Didgeridoo, percussion rhythms and relaxing while being immersed in a stunning virtual landscape of Australian forests, deserts, oceans and distant galaxies. Space is limited for

this on-line event. Registration is required. Zoom link will be emailed to registrants within 24 hours of the event start time. Ages 19 years of age or older.

Furry Tales: Read with Ailani Wednesday, June 23rd, 2021 from: 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Join us for a virtual reading session with Ailani, the Brittany Spaniel, a registered therapy dog who loves lively stories and colorful picture books! Reading to a therapy dog helps improve literacy skills and boosts confidence.

Space is limited for this on-line event. Registration is required. Zoom link will be emailed to registrants within 24 hours of the event start time. Contact Branch for more information ahead of your session. Ages 6 years - 11 years of age.

On-line Event: Book Discussion “The Dutch House” by Ann Patchett Saturday, June 26th, 2021 from: 2:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Join us for a lively virtual discussion with peers! Space is limited for this online event. Registration is required.

Zoom link will be emailed to registrants within 24 hours of the event start time. Ages 19 years of age or older.

On-line Event: Talking is Teaching ?

Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers Monday, July 12th, 2021 from: 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Join us on-line for stories, songs, activities for toddlers and their caregivers. Space is limited for this on-line event. Registration is required. Zoom link will be emailed to registrants within 24 hours of the event start time. Ages 18 months old - 3 years of age.

On-line Event: Talking is Teaching Talk, Read, Sing for Preschoolers Tuesday, June 15th, 2021 from: 4:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Join us on-line for stories, songs and activities for preschoolers. Space is limited for this on-line event.

Registration is required. Zoom link will be emailed to registrants within 24 hours of the event start time. Ages 3-5 years of age.

On-line Event: Poetry Club Saturday, July 24th, 2021 from: 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Connect with other poetry lovers from home! Share your original pieces or discuss classic works of poetry. We welcome anyone with an open mind and an open heart.

Space is limited for this on-line event. Registration is required. Zoom link will be emailed to registrants within 24 hours of the event start time. Ages 12 years of age or older.

All of the above events are on-line.

To register, go to: https://mdpls.org/branchnortheast-dade-aventura. The Aventura Branch library is located at 2930 Aventura Boulevard, Aventura, Florida 33180.

For more information, feel free to contact the Aventura branch at: (305) 931-5512.

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(Left) “ I have a passion for the restaurant business and creating a place where people want to eat and hang out with their friends.” Mo (Right) The Recently opened Mo’s Bagel and Deli, in Hallandale Beach.

Mo Mohamed & Paul Kruss: A Success Story

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Everybody in the vicinity of Aventura, North Miami Beach, Sunny Isles, Golden Beach, Hallandale, and Hollywood knows Mo Mohamed, the owner of Mo’s Bagels & Deli. His welcoming smile and accommodating manner immediately engage you. And, of course his fabulous menu of delicacies, bagels and bakery items keep bringing customers back to his restaurants (now two!) in droves.

“Meet me at Mo’s” is the mantra of friends and business associates all through the week.

Now, at his second location in Hallandale Beach at the site of the former Sage Deli, that slogan is emblazoned on the walls.

Here, with his new enlarged wide-mouthed ovens, Mo’s bakers are able to produce hundreds of dozens of bagels a day.

Mo Mohamed exemplifies the American Dream. He arrived from Egypt in 1984 as a young guy in pursuit of opportunity, with not too much more than hope in his pocket, a smile, and a great work ethic. He began working as a dishwasher, then a busboy in Pumpernik’s, then on Hallandale Beach Boulevard. In a short time, he moved up to learning the delicate slicing techniques of lox and deli meats,

and within the seven years he was there, acquired skills in cooking, purchasing, and management.

Building a reputation as a man who knows the deli business, which is unlike any other type of restaurant, Mo was approached by Harriet and Marie, owners of Bagel Cove to help them build their business.

They offered him a junior partnership and a large increase in salary, plus a percentage of the profits. Mo says he owes a lot to them and is very grateful for the opportunities they offered him.

In 1995, Jay Mazen, a regular at Bagel Cove, who became a dear friend, convinced Mo that with his knowledge and experience and working 12-15 hours a day, he should own his own deli restaurant. At the time, the owners of Delancey Deli, located on NE 187th Street, were looking to sell their restaurant, and with Jay’s encouragement, Mo bought it and renamed it Mo’s Bagels & Deli. With his reputation for delicious quality food, bagels and bakery items, Mo’s popularity grew. Mo credits the quality of his food to the fact that every menu item or bakery treat is made from scratch…. even the corned beef, roast beef, turkey

and brisket. “Nothing at Mo’s is processed or pre-packaged,” he says. “Our kitchen and bakery are going full blast from early morning to late evening.”

Mo also credits Paul Kruss, his partner and dear friend of 19 years, as well as his fabulous staff, many of whom have been with him for more than 30 years. ”The loyalty of my team is amazing,” says Mo. ”Between us, there is a partnership mentality in making Mo’s a success” He particularly credits Jean Miller, whom he considers a ‘brother’, Ernzier Previl (known as Mr. P) and Victor St. Pierre (known as Mr. Johnny), all specialists in deli preparation. They have all been with Mo since Pumpernik’s. St. Pierre has been with Mo for almost 37 years. “At that time, I worked for him,” says Mo. “He taught me everything in the kitchen from salads to slicing, and how to prepare good food.

He was my teacher then, and is my colleague today.”

In 2020, Sage Deli on Hallandale Beach Boulevard closed and RK, owners of the shopping center, approached Mo and Paul to take over the location. The partners believed it could ‘happen’ in Hallandale and Paul felt it could be ‘another

home run for Mo’s.”

Having been a great help from May to December last year, Mo’s 18-year-old son Amir, currently a student at FIU, was also encouraging, since he plans to work and learn the business with his dad as his mentor.

Sage had a 47-year history in the area with many devoted customers, so Mo decided to hire former Sage cooks, employees, and especially Enel Mojean, the renowned bagel maker, who has been crafting specialty bagels for more than 35 years. Keeping a younger market in mind, Mo did a total renovation on the interior in a New York style industrialchic motif, with a floorplan that allowed for an occupancy of 90 and plenty of outdoor seating.

The large brick ovens in Mo’s Hallandale have been rebuilt and the deli steamers behind the counter have been enlarged. Mo added a refrigerated ‘Grab-n-Go’ case and keeps it stocked with fresh bagel sandwiches, cream cheese and Dr. Brown sodas.

The menu in Hallandale is the same as the one in Aventura, including awesome deli sandwiches and salads.

Like Aventura, the deli counter and bakery are a sight to savor. Eat-in or takeout service are equally

special, and delivery is available through Uber, Door Dash and most other services.

Looking to the future, Mo says that along with his longtime partner and advisor Paul, he hopes to open other locations. “Today, a great deli with the special staff it requires is more difficult to put together from scratch,” he says, “I’m thinking of smaller operations that focus on presenting great food, Kosher-style with a more limited menu, to attract a younger market that remembers how their “Bubby” used to cook.

Through the years, Mo has watched changing trends, The bottom line of success in the restaurant business, according to Mo, is to give customers great tasting quality food in a location where they feel at home. That’s why in this part of South Florida, you will frequently hear them say “Meet me at Mo’s.”

Mo’s Bagel & Deli 2780 NE 187th Street Aventura, Fl 33160 305-936-8555 Mo’s Bagel & Deli 800 E. Hallandale Bch Blvd Hallandale Beach, Fl 33009 954-833-0080

CITY NEWS Aventura Traffic Update: Affecting Island Boulevard and Northeast 183rd Street The Miami-Dade Water and Sewer Department (WASD) is continuing an improvement construction project in Aventura to replace existing wastewater lines. The project is expected to be completed by March of 2022.

There has been an update for street closures, that may affect you.

Full Project Description: The Miami-Dade Water and Sewer Department (WASD) began their improvement construction project in Aventura on Monday, April 19th, 2021 to replace existing wastewater lines along Island Boulevard and Northeast 183rd Street from Biscayne Boulevard, east to Williams Island.

To enhance the reliability of the wastewater system, the Department will be upgrading the water and sewer infrastructure by replacing existing wastewater lines with new lines. One of these projects is new 12-inch,

• Westbound lanes between Northeast 31st Avenue to Biscayne Boulevard, will be reopened to traffic.

14-inch and 16-inch wastewater lines on Island Boulevard Northeast 183rd Street from PS No. 0499 to Biscayne Boulevard, they will replace existing 8-inch, 12-inch and 18-inch wastewater lines. The upgrade of these lines, has been expedited to enhance the reliability of the wastewater

system. Most of the construction work, will occur Monday through Friday between 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. and on Saturdays between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. There may be some night work, when necessary. The project is expected to be completed by March of 2022.

Impact to traffic in the affected areas, started on Tuesday, May 25th, 2021.

• Eastbound lanes between Northeast 27th Avenue and Northeast 31st Avenue, will be closed, eastbound traffic will be detoured using Northeast 185th Street.

Please be advised that to expedite this project, the contractor has been permitted to work extended hours Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. When necessary, the contractor may work, nights and weekends. All attempts will be made to alleviate vehicular congestion with well-defined detours and the contractor will take all of the necessary steps to minimize impacts, to maintain access in and out of the abutting properties. The final road restoration, the milling and resurfacing, will take place, at the end of the project.

For questions concerning the project, please reach out to the Miami-Dade County Water and Sewer Department Public information officers Bernardo Favole at: (305) 542-4000. Or Valeria Espinosa at: (789) 631-0111. You can also contact the Miami-Dade County Water and Sewer Department Construction Manager Alexis Valdes at: (786) 552-4364.

For local assistance, please contact the City of Aventura Capital Project’s Manager at: (305) 466-8923. Or, the Office of The City Manager At City of Aventura at: (305) 466-8910.

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The City of Aventura reopens the Community Recreation Center (CRC) on Thursday, July 1st, 2021 for Miami-Dade County residents with an active and current Community Recreation Center membership only. The Community Recreation Center welcomes its members to enjoy the reopened facility while adhering to safety guidelines. As a member of the CRC, you will have the ability to reserve time for use of the fitness room and the basketball gymnasium when school and City programs are not in session.

The facility is closed on the following holidays: Martin Luther King Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Indepen-dence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Years Day. Facility Membership Prices Member prices include usage of the fitness room for people, aged 18 years and older, the full court basketball gymnasium when ACES and City programs are not in session. One-month, 6-month and annual memberships are available. Visit the City’s Online Registration System (ORS) for membership prices at: https://secure .rec1.com/FL/aventura-fl/catalog.

Purchase CRC Membership & Make a Reservation An account on the City’s Online Registration System (ORS) is necessary to purchase a CRC membership and make a reservation (as a member) to use the fitness room or basketball gymnasium.

To create an account on the ORS by following these steps and visit at: www. cityofaventura.com/ors.

• Click the Create Account button.

• Follow the instructions to set up an account and be sure to include family members, when prompted, to do so.

• Upload picture(s) to be used for identification.

• Verify address and residency.

Purchase a CRC membership with a valid account on the ORS. A membership can be purchased exclusively on-line only.

In person membership purchases will be available on an as needed basis, must have prior approval by a City employee and follow these steps, to purchase a membership on-line: • Click on Community Recreation

Center Membership.

• Select the correct age group of the person that the membership is being purchased for a child, adult, senior citizen and/or, a family.

• Select the membership time frame, 1month, 6-months or annually.

• Upon completion, to request ID card(s) and confirm membership, please e-mail the CRC at: crcenter@cityofaventura.com.

Make a reservation with an existing CRC membership by following these steps: • Click on Community Recreation Center Reservations.

• Select the desired amenity to be used (Fitness Room or Gymnasium).

• Select the desired date and time.

• Select the member(s) who will be using the facility during the scheduled time.

• Review and sign all waivers to complete the transaction.

All memberships purchased prior to the re-opening date of Thursday July 1st, 2021, you will have an active start date as of, Thursday, July 1st, 2021 and be valid for the duration of the selected membership’s time frame. Any membership purchased after Thursday, July 1st, 2021 will have an active start date on the date of the purchase and it will be valid for the duration of the selected membership’s time frame. We ask that members who would like to cancel any existing reservations, so we can provide the canceled time slot to another member, please e-mail us at: crcenter@cityofaventura.com.

The Community Recreation Center is located at 3375 Northeast 188th Street in Aventura.

The center’s hours are: Monday - Friday - 7:00 a.m. - 9:30 p.m., Saturday - 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. and Sunday - 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. For more information, please call: (305) 466-3883.

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Summer Camp Starts In June Registration is Open For Residents & Non-Residents Attention Aventura residents, there’s a camp for everyone this summer at the City’s 2021 Summer Camp program, which includes a variety of special interest camps starting Monday, June 14th, 2021, but even if you aren’t an Aventura resident there may be a camp for you..

Online registration is open now. Campers will spend their summer break making new friends and enjoying plenty of activities in their camp of interest.

All camps (unless specified) will be held Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. starting Monday, June 14th, 2021 through Friday, August 20th, 2021. Two-week session rates are available and vary, based on the selected camp.

Camps will be held at the Aventura Community Recreation Center and Tennis Camp, will be held at Founders Park.

Online registration is open and can be completed exclusively online at: www.cityofaventura.com/ors, the City’s Online Registration System (ORS). All registrations must be received by the Saturday prior to the selected session. Any registration received on or after the

Sunday prior to the selected week, will incur a $20 late registration fee. Complete details and rates are available online at: www.cityofaventura.com/ors.

The following camps are available for registration for the Aventura Community Recreation Center, the session rates are two weeks: Art Camp (Ages 5-12) June 14th – July 23rd introduces different artists, media and techniques through art history and multicultural appreciation. Residents: $500 / Non-Residents: $600.

Basketball Training Camp (Ages 5-15) June 14th – July 23rd introduces and emphasizes the fundamentals of basketball. From skills and drills to the importance of teamwork, this camp is for athletes of all skill levels. * Some groups may be held at the Don Soffer Aventura High School gymnasium pending enrollment. Residents: $450 / Non-Residents: $540.

Dance Camp (Ages 5-10) June 14th – July 23rd concentrates on teaching technique and choreography as well as preparation for performance at the end of the summer show. Residents: $420 / Non-Residents: $504.

General Camp (Ages 5-12) June 14th – August 20th provides the enjoyment of arts & crafts, games, sports and special events.

Residents: $350 / Non-Residents: $420.

Soccer Camp (Ages 5-12) June 14th – July 23rd introduces and emphasizes the fundamentals of soccer. From skills and drills to the importance of teamwork, this camp is for athletes of all skill levels.

Residents: $420 / Non-Residents: $504.

STEM Camp (Ages 7-12) June 14th – July 23rd explores the interconnectedness between science, technology, engineering and math (STEM), while creativity and problem-solving skills get challenged.

Residents: $500 / Non-Residents: $600.

The following camp is available for registration at Founders Park, the session rates are two weeks: Tennis Camp at Founders Park (Ages 5-18) June 14th – August 20th, Morning Session 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m., Afternoon Session 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. provides a fun, high-quality level of instruction, where players of all skill levels may improve their tennis skills, make new friends and challenge themselves.

Campers are required to bring their own tennis racquet and refillable water bottle.

Residents: $275 / Non-Residents: $330.

Please be advised that complete details may be subject to change, due to any updated safety restrictions and guidelines recommended by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), the Florida Department of Health (FDOH) and Miami-Dade County.

In response to the Coronavirus Pandemic and the return to the new normal phases of operations, the City of Aventura’s Community Services Department has carefully planned this Summer Camp program with guidelines to protect the health and welfare of the community.

For more information, contact the Community Services Department at: (305) 466-3883. Or via e-mail at: crcenter@cityofaventura.com.

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NOW SHOWING: At The Aventura Arts & Cultural Center The Aventura Arts & Cultural Center is now showing the following performances for June, July and August, Atlantic City Boys, The Motowners and Rocky and the Rollers.

The health & safety of the guests, artists, staff, and volunteers of The Aventura Arts & Cultural Center are their top priorities. With this in mind they have implemented a number of changes to ensure an enjoyable experience when you visit. The health & safety guidelines have been developed in conjunction with their management company, the Broward Center for the Performing Arts, and in collaboration with Cleveland Clinic and have been informed by guidance of public health officials including the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). These guidelines will be continuing to evolve as the environment changes, and they will share updated information in advance of your visit.

Schedule: Sat., June 19th, 2021 Atlantic City Boys Sat., July 10th, 2021 The Motowners Sat., Aug. 7th, 2021 Rocky and the Rollers

The Atlantic City Boys kick-off the Summer Concert Series at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center on Saturday, June 19th, 2021 at 8:00 p.m. Featuring four dynamic lead singers who have wowed audiences from Las Vegas to Disney World to Atlantic City, they now lend their world-class vocals to the Rock-N-Roll harmonies made famous by groups like The Drifters, The Four Seasons, the Beach Boys, the Beatles and many more.

Audiences will enjoy hits of the ‘50s and ‘60s including: “My Eyes Adored You,” “Ragdoll,” “Let’s Hang On,” “I’m a Believer” and “Save the Last Dance For Me.” Tickets are $45.

The Motowners return to the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center on Saturday, July 10th, 2021 at 8:00 p.m. bringing back soul for summertime. After their sold-out concert last year, they return as part of the Summer Concert Series and will have the audience dancing in the aisles on a musical journey back in time with the sounds of Motown. This incredible tribute band will perform songs from artists including: The

Temptations, The Four Tops, Diana Ross & The Supremes, Smokey Robinson, Sam Cooke, Wilson Pickett, Stevie Wonder and many more timeless tunes from the ‘60s and ‘70s. Tickets are $45.

Rocky and the Rollers wraps up the Summer Concert Series at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center on Saturday, August 7th, 2021 at 8:00 p.m.

With critical rave reviews, the group is undoubtably one of the most exciting bands delivering great sounds of Doo Wop and Rock and Roll from the ‘50s through the ‘70s. Rocky and the Rollers are best known as the touring band for Bowzer’s Rock and Roll Party with Jon “Bowzer” Bauman, former leader of Sha Na Na. Audiences of all ages will Rock-N-Roll the night away. Tickets are $45.

Seating for all the newly announced performances allows for physical distancing and tickets are available only in pods of 2 or 4 seats together. Face coverings are required at all times, unless actively consuming food and beverages in designated areas. Health and safety

guidelines will be followed and are available at: www.AventuraCenter.org under the visit tab. Aventura Arts & Cultural Center’s plans for limited capacity reopening have been reviewed and approved by local government officials and will be updated as needed.

Ticketmaster is the only official ticketing service of the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center. Buy tickets online at: www.aventuracenter.org. By phone at: (877) 311-7469. Or: (954) 462-0222. Or in person at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center box office Wednesday through Saturday from 1:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and 1 hour prior to each performance. For Group Sales, please call: (954) 660-6307.

The Aventura Arts & Cultural Center is located at 3385 Northeast 188th Street, Aventura, Florida 33180. The Broward Center for the Performing Arts manages the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center, a 14,864-square-foot, 330-seat waterfront complex that hosts performing arts, cultural and educational programming for all ages. @aventuracenter • #aventuracenter

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Why Choosing Clean, Traceable Beauty Products Is Essential (BPT) - The products you put on your body matter as much as the ones you put in your body. That’s why so many cosmetic labels now include buzzwords like “clean,” “natural” or “organic.”

Unless you’re a clean beauty connoisseur, it’s hard to know why terms like “clean” or “traceable” are important when choosing the best brands and products for you. That’s why some companies are taking steps to spell out what these terms mean for their products.

What does clean mean when it comes to beauty products? “Clean” can mean different things for different products. Are certain ingredients clean? What about certain manufacturing practices?

For beauty, clean generally means that a product is safe and has a transparent ingredient label. “Traceable” means that the company can trace the ingredients back to the source.

That’s important because the bloodstream can absorb skincare products and cosmetics, leading to potentially dangerous health risks. Products applied to your skin should be beneficial for you and for the world around you. Ingredients to put on the ‘No’ list. When searching for clean

makeup and skincare, a good place to start is choosing items that match your goals and your skincare standards. One strategy companies use is to develop a ‘No’ list to help identify unnecessary and harmful ingredients versus those that are safe, effective, compliant with regulations and reviewed by a toxicologist.

Trusted brands will be detailed and transparent about their ingredients. If you have to look too hard to find the information, you might want to think twice before using it.

Ingredients to put on the ‘Yes’ list.

Clean beauty products avoid toxic and dangerous ingredients. They also prioritize the best ingredients, both naturally derived and synthetic, to create safe, effective formulas.

Just like the definition of “clean,” that can mean different things for different brands. For some it means using powerful botanicals rich in plant nutrients.

It’s also a good idea to think about where your products are coming from and how they’re made. That traceability is one of the best assurances you can get for clean and safe beauty products.

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Clean beauty standards can still be up for interpretation - so let the buyer beware.

It’s always a good idea to seek out thirdparty validation for brand statements and claims.

If you want to ensure that these products are not tested on animals, you’ll want them to be registered with vegan society.com.

To qualify for registration, products must meet specific criteria assessed by a team from The Vegan Society that double-checks for any potential inclusion of animal ingredients.

Setting clean beauty goals. Look for brands that evolve with the beauty industry and continuously monitor the latest science, regulations and public concerns about clean beauty.

Some product makers are working to improve product formulations and further increase environmental stewardship, including expanding the number of traceable ingredients. Spurred by the goal to improve products for consumers while being conscious of environmental impact, the Artistry team at Amway created detailed Artistry Clean Guidelines for

future product launches. The guidelines call for vegan formulas, pure and safe ingredients, traceability for key botanical ingredients and better manufacturing processes, among other requirements.

“We’re setting ambitious goals to improve our product formulations and

further increase our environmental stewardship,” said Marisa Grossnickle, brand manager for Amway North America. “We will continuously monitor the latest science, regulations and public concerns to ensure we are delivering pure, safe and effective products to you.”

Are you ready to make better beauty choices? Start looking at the labels and get ready to swap out your products for cleaner options.

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(BPT) - The best time of year to sell a Listing tips that have boat fast and for the most money is before the biggest impact the height of the boating season, plus any Here are three tips to sell time when demand for boats is strong and your boat quickly: supply is low. That means, if you’re • List your boat on the right platform by looking for cash and have a boat you’re considering boating marketplaces first. willing to sell, now is a great time to get • Add a detailed description, including top dollar. engine hours, electronics, upgrades, According to boating marketplace Boat trailer and regular maintenance Trader, sales of used boats remain on the performed. rise nationwide in 2021 after the • Include high-definition photos and pandemic set in motion a wave of new include a video to enhance your listing. enthusiasts buying boats. Early spring transactions for used boats under 36 feet jumped 41% over the same period last year.

However, because of how fast boats are selling, this year’s boat buyer is facing record-low inventory. Inquiries sent to sellers through the platform offer one way to measure increased demand for boats, and the number of leads submitted per boat shopper has grown by 64% over 2020.

Experts say the dramatic rise indicates competition is fierce among consumers and will last According to boating marketplace Boat beyond summer.

For some shoppers, Trader, sales of used boats remain on the squeezed selection makes rise nationwide in 2021 after the pandemic decision-making quick and set in motion a wave of new enthusiasts easy, but for others, it keeps buying boats. the boat search dragging on until more boats become available. What When considering selling platforms, has helped relieve some of the supply social marketplaces may sound strain is current boat owners recognizing convenient, but they are often less the opportunity for a quick payday and focused, with a diluted boating audience. privately listing their boats for sale.

These sites have a lot of yard sale noise When it comes to selling a boat online, and are less likely to have serious boat people are drawn to the fast and efficient buyers. As stated by Boat Trader, the way to cash in on their boat’s worth. portal’s rate of overall lead conversion is However, listings that are positioned 19.4%, meaning that 1 out of every 5 leads properly get the best price. converts to a boat sale.

High-quality images are really List where the fish bite important when selling a boat, so include A selling platform’s geographical scope many photos or videos at many different is a key determining factor in ensuring angles. In addition, consider offering live that your boat will get as much coverage video walk-throughs with potential as possible. Regardless of whether you buyers, and try to schedule video chats want the convenience of a local buyer, the back-to-back to save yourself time. more people that view your ad, the more likely you are to find the right buyer.

Why sell now?

Boat Trader’s search filters let sellers In summary, demand for used boats is reach interested shoppers who are able to high, but supply is low. You can reach the find and locate the vessels they’re looking largest audience by selling on a for within a range of specified geo- specialized targeted website, keeping in targeted locations. When you list a boat as mind that boat searches on Boat Trader a seller, local buyers get notified if the are up 55% over last year, where 75% of boat matches their criteria, helping you privately listed boats sell within 12 weeks. sell your boat faster.

Learn more at www.boattrader.com/sell.

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Founders Park SplashPad Summer Hours The SplashPad is now open through Sunday, August 29, 2021 from 10:00 a.m. to 6:45 p.m. daily, excluding Tuesdays. Reservations are required. So get splashing this summer! The SplashPad is located in Founders Park’s north section, and it is a safe and refreshing recreational water play system composed of nozzles, structures and loops producing an array of water spray options used to cool off, play, and enjoy. A great swimming pool alternative, the SplashPad is a safe aquatic play area - even for small children requiring little supervision because of no standing water and zero water depth.

Summer Hours Monday 10:00 AM - 6:45 PM Tuesday Closed Wednesday 10:00 AM- 6:45 PM Thursday 10:00 AM- 6:45 PM Friday 10:00 AM - 6:45 PM Saturday 10:00 AM - 6:45 PM

Sunday 10:00 AM - 6:45 PM Guest capacity at the SplashPad is limited for the safety of everyone and to ensure physical distance; therefore, reservations are required, and walkups are limited and not guaranteed. With a reservation, families are able to comfortably settle in at their assigned area, which includes designated tables and chairs under the shaded sun deck. There is no cost to make a reservation.

Reservations Required reservations are open to Aventura residents only with a valid and existing account on the City’s Online Registration System (ORS). Residents can reserve a time slot beginning each Friday at 8:00 a.m. To control capacity at the SplashPad, residents must be prepared to select all household members who will be in attendance at the

time of reservation to guarantee spot(s). Visit cityofaventura .com/ors to begin and complete a reservation.

Please email parks rec@cityofaventura.com to cancel an existing reservation for any reason so that staff can provide the canceled time slot to another resident. Additionally, please arrive for your reservation on time. Reservations will be cancelled after 15 minutes of a no-show reservation.

Dade County. In response to the Coronavirus pandemic and the return to the new normal phases

safely protect the health and welfare of the community it serves. Please be aware that face

Safety Please be advised Please be aware that face masks must be worn that complete details at both the welcome booth check-in as well as at the may be subject to SplashPad gate entrance change due to any updated safety restrictions and of operations, the City of masks must be worn at both the guidelines recommended by the Aventura’s Community Services welcome booth check-in as well Centers for Disease Control Department carefully planned as at the SplashPad gate (CDC), the Florida Department and prepared the opening of the entrance. of Health (FDOH), and Miami- SplashPad with guidelines to

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More than just a mode of transportation, Freebee is a unique platform, transforming the way people commute within the community. The Freebee Service has already successfully, partnered with numerous municipalities in Miami-Dade County by providing intermunicipality transportation, while reducing carbon emissions and alleviating, traffic congestion.

Bringing the service to Aventura, is a great expansion, it provides other transit options for residents and visitors in the City Of Aventura, by taking them to major points of interest, within the City limits including: Aventura’s Government Center, Aventura’s Community Recreation Center, The Aventura Arts & Cultural Center, Founders Park, Peace Park, Veterans Park, Waterways Dog Park, Waterways Park, The Aventura Mall and The Aventura Hospital.

Additionally, Freebee’s eco-friendly, electric and emission-free vehicles align with the City’s green efforts.

How can I request a Freebee ride?

Free rides can be requested daily from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. with the Ride Freebee mobile app. The Ride Freebee mobile app is available in both the Apple and Google Play stores, for those unable to access the mobile app, rides may be

requested by contacting the Freebee dispatch line at: 1 (855) 918-3733.

Once the app is downloaded, open the app, request a free ride pickup to your destination, wait for your friendly driver to arrive and enjoy the ride.

Visit Freebee on-line at: ridefreebee.com. Or contact the Aventura Public Works/Transportation Department: (305) 466-8970.

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