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October 23, 2011 EDICIÓN QUINCENAL

/ BIWEEKLY EDITION

No. 11

Halloween Safety Tips for Kids Doral Family Journal honors Students and Teachers of the month

City of Doral offered Scholarships

HEALTH / SPORTS / COMMUNITY / WEEKENDER / IN SPOTLIGHT

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October 23, 2011 • No. 11 • Year 1 Editor in Chief: Ettore Sabatella Executive Editor: Carlo Sabatella Managing Editor: Sandra Figueiredo Art Director: Mario Carpio Contributors: Dominique Barba Grecia Romero Cesar Gamarra Dr. A. De Diego Catarina Salmi Alex Garcia Antonella Stelluto

Nicole Fox Lisandra Alvarez Mike Rodriguez Maria Sabatella Erika Angulo Maria Vallasciani Carlos García

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Education | Educación

Doral Family Journal honors Family Journal y sus anunciantes Students and Teachers of the Doral premian el esfuerzo de estudiantes Month at EBT K-8 Center y maestros en EBT K-8 Center By Dominique Barba

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onoring its role to support Doral schools, teachers, and students, the Doral Family Journal continues to endorse excellence in education as its foremost community commitment. On Friday, October 14th, Doral Family Journal and its partners honored the academic achievements of students and teachers at Eugenia B. Thomas K-8 Center. Forty-seven students and 10 teachers were awarded gift certificates donated by various important partners in our community. The generosity and determination of the school’s principal, Mrs. Mayra Falcon, made this event a reality. Assistant principal Ms. Celia Fernandez diligently organized the event’s program. Both Ms. Falcon and Ms. Fernandez shared words of recognition for this newspaper, as well as its partners: Oh! Sushi, Chef Sammy’s Restaurant, Aquarius Beauty Salon & Spa, B & W Beauty and Wellness, Soccer Academy of the Americas (Real Madrid), and Hyundai. Participating community partners were impressed by the school’s security, cleanliness, and, above all, by the discipline showcased by its students. Congratulations go out to Ms. Falcon, her administration, her teachers, and her students for a job well done. Mr. Ettore Sabatella, the Doral Family Journal’s Editor-in-Chief, organized this event to recognize the achievement of “students who put forth the most effort and the most dedicated educators” in Doral. The first of these award ceremonies took place at Eugenia B. Thomas K-8, one of the best schools in Miami Dade County. Soon, this program will be implemented in all Doral schools. Doral Family Journal wishes to reward all of the individuals who deserve recognition for their outstanding academic efforts. If you are interested in further information, please contact DFJ at info@doralfamilyjournal.net or call 305/300-4594.

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prendimos hace mucho tiempo que cuando el deseo es colaborar la pregunta nunca es: Porque?, sino la pregunta es siempre: COMO? Simplemente porque la mejor forma de ayudar es sabiendo como hacerlo. Doral Family Journal estuvo siempre consiente del rol que tenía dentro de la comunidad educativa del Doral, ya sea como comunicador o como enlace de todas las instituciones que también desean aportar un granito de arena a esta causa. Y como buen líder, este periódico a través de su director, Ettore Sabatella, inició su programa de reconocimiento mensual a los “alumnos mas esforzados y a los maestros mas dedicados “en Eugenia B. Thomas K-8 Center. El viernes 14 de Octubre a las 9 am, 47 alumnos y 10 maestros fueron premiados con certificados donados por importantes socios de la comunidad. La generosidad de la orgullosa directora, Ms. Mayra Falcón, fue un factor determinante para que el evento se realizara. Como siempre fue establecido estricto control de requisitos básicos, tales como permisos, horarios, puntualidad y seguridad. La Asistente de Dirección, Ms Celia Fernández, fue muy diligente en cuanto a la programación y dirección del evento, al cual asistieron padres de familia también. Tanto Ms Falcón como Ms Fernández, tuvieron palabras de reconocimiento para este periódico y sus esfuerzos en apoyo a la comunidad, igualmente para los anunciantes: Oh!Sushi, Chef Sammy’s Restaurant, Aquarius Beauty Salon & Spa, B & W Beauty and Wellness, Soccer Academy of the Americas (Real Madrid) y Hyundai… y por supuesto para los esforzados alumnos y maestros. Eugenia B Thomas K-8 es una de las mejores escuelas del Condado Dade y un orgullo para el Doral, aseveración que fue confirmada por sus nuevos socios, los cuales se impresionaron por la seguridad, limpieza y sobre todo, por la disciplina mostrada por los estudiantes. Felicitaciones Ms Falcón, a su administración, a sus maestros y a sus maravillosos alumnos. Próximamente este programa se implementara en el resto de escuelas de la ciudad, si esta interesado, por favor comuníquese con este periódico y lo visitaremos. Queremos premiar a todos aquellos que por su esfuerzo, merecen nuestro reconocimiento, sigamos trabajando para que la ciudad de Doral sea el mejor lugar para la educación y colaboración.

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Community | Comunidad

Doral Celebrates 10th Anniversary of their Parish Our Lady of Guadalupe. By Grecia Romero Fotos cortesía de Alejandra Moreno

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haring smiles, tears, applauses and soft songs, the Doral community celebrated with great joy the tenth anniversary of the Catholic Parish of Our Lady of Guadalupe, last Sunday October 16th with a bilingual Mass presided by the Archbishop of Miami, Thomas Wenski. The community had more than one reason to celebrate during the Mass; the occasion was also appropriate to celebrate the installation of Father Israel Mago as the head pastor of this parish after serving as church administrator for the last year. “I perceive this new role as a consecration to this community and its parishioners, so that together we continue to grow in faith and we have our own temple built soon,” were some of the words that Father Mago shared with the large assembly. His work also was recognized in the homily presided by Archbishop Wenski who expressed his gratitude and words of praise to remain as a great spiritual leader and to continue his job directing the work of building this community’s temple. The celebration also featured the participation of other priests leaders from different parishes in Miami, and three communities of religious sisters who participated with music and singing and who were cordially thanked for their assistance in the midst of all their labors. Doral Mayor Juan Carlos Bermudez was also present at the celebration. In union with his family, he shared expressions of affection and joy to all attendees. As a conclusion of the ceremony, a presentation was projected presenting photo-memoirs of the journey of this community since the early years of its inception 10 years ago. Images, interviews and photos were summarizing each step of the progress during all this time, feelings overflowed the attendants between smiles and tears as each parishioner recalled the first Mass in the premises of John I. Smith Elementary school; the first sacraments of children, who are now young adults that continue to be active in different ministries of this church; and the first events and celebrations that continue to be alive in the memories and heart of each parishioner of this warm and united community. Attendees were encouraged to remain active in the parish’s activities and especially those relating to the gathering of funds for the construction of the temple. “We have all the money necessary to complete the construction,” Archbishop Wenski said in a jovial tone... “But it still remains in your pockets,” he added.

Doral Celebra Décimo Aniversario de su Parroquia Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe

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ntre sonrisas, lagrimas, aplausos y cantos, la comunidad del Doral celebró con gran júbilo el decimo aniversario de la Parroquia Católica Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe el pasado domingo 16 de octubre con una misa bilingüe presidida por el Arzobispo de Miami, Monseñor Tomas Wenski. La comunidad tuvo doble motivo de celebración ya que esta misa sirvió de marco perfecto para el nombramiento oficial del nuevo párroco permanente Padre Israel Mago quien hasta la fecha, y por un poco más de un año, había tenido el rol de administrador de la iglesia. “Este nombramiento lo veo como una consagración a esta comunidad y a todos los feligreses, para que juntos podamos seguir creciendo en fe y tengamos muy pronto nuestro propio templo”, fueron algunas de las palabras del Padre Mago a la feligresía. Su labor también fue destacada en la homilía de Monseñor Wenski quien expresó su gratitud y palabras de encomio a continuar siendo un excelente líder espiritual y dirigir la obra de construcción que tanto añora esta comunidad. La celebración contó además con la participación de otros sacerdotes lideres de parroquias de Miami, así como tres comunidades de hermanas religiosas quienes participaron con música y cantos y a quienes se le agradeció muy cordialmente por su asistencia en medio de todas sus labores. El alcalde de Doral, Juan Carlos Bermudez también estuvo presente en la celebración en unión a su familia y compartió expresiones de afecto y alegría con todos los asistentes. Para culminar la ceremonia, una gran pantalla proyectó en pocos minutos, el caminar de esta comunidad desde sus inicios. Imágenes, entrevistas y fotos fueron resumiendo cada uno de los avances y vivencias durante todos estos años. Los sentimientos desbordaron, entre sonrisas y lagrimas al recordar la primera misa en las instalaciones de la escuela primaria John I Smith; los primeros sacramentos de niños, que ahora, siendo ya casi adultos, continúan activos en diferentes ministerios; y conmemorando cada uno de los eventos y celebraciones presentes en la mente y corazón de esta comunidad que ha demostrado su calor permaneciendo siempre unida. A los asistentes se les invito a continuar participando activamente de las actividades parroquiales y en especial, en este momento, a las relacionadas con la recolección de fondos para la construcción del templo. “Ya tenemos todo el dinero necesario para culminar la construcción” Dijo Monseñor Wenski de forma jovial… “Solo que aun esta en sus bolsillos”, añadió.

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Community | Comunidad

Harley-Davidson Opens a New Headquarters for Latin America Por Carlos Garcia

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les outside the mainland will surpass 40% of the total by 2014; as such, the growth in the Latin America region is a fundamental part of this objective. “Our new location will help us improve and respond quickly to the needs of our clients in Latin America,” added Van Genderen. “The growth focus of Harley-Davidson in clients outside of the United States makes this moment a very emotional one for us, since many countries in Latin America have created a well established culture of motorcycle and miles of avid followers.” Karina Jaramillo, Marketing Director and Operations for Latin America, noted that “without being officially open, since the transfer of the offices to Doral, it has received weekly visits of actual concessionaries and other potential clients. This did not occur

when we originally resided in Wisconsin.” Another advantage the move has prompted is an increase in personnel. “From a total of five workers which we had while in Wisconsin, we have increased our personnel to a total of 35,” commented Jaramillo. “Of this increase, more than 30 employees in the regional office were locally sourced. HarleyDavidson, without officially opening, has generated employment opportunities for the City of Doral.” In addition, Jaramillo said, “Therefore, if we meet our immediate goals, we will have to contemplate the need to add more employees. It all depends on the volume of sales going forward. “ During the opening ceremony, the elegance of the exhibited motorcycles blended well with the appearance of many managers who wore flamboyant shirts bearing the iconic logo of Harley – Davidson. The music from rock bands such as Grand Funk Rail Road served as backdrop to the inaugural event. Harley-Davidson fans were not disappointed during the inauguration as company officials “cut the chains,” officially kick-starting their new headquarters. Doral Mayor, Juan Carlos Bermudez praised the company as sparks flared during the chain cutting ceremony, and two motorcycles revved their engines. For more information, please visit HarleyDavidson’s website at www.harley-davidson.com.

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ince the production of the first Harley-Davidson Motor Co. motorcycle in 1903, which six years later developed a distinct motor seal with two cylinders in a 45 degree angle, Harley-Davidson has become the undisputed champion of the American motorcycle. Harley – Davidson is known for its unique and innovative designs which have made their motorcycles stand out brilliantly as some of the sturdiest motorcycles in history. The company reaches nearly every corner in the world, and, Latin America is now part of its latest expansion. Harley-Davidson has launched its permanent Latin America headquarters in Doral, Florida. Doral is an ideal location due to its proximity to the Port of Miami and the Miami International Airport, as well as the ease of language and quick travel time between Latin America and Florida. “As part of the corporate change, Harley-Davidson will take one of the most noted brands worldwide to numerous paths in the world,” said Mark Van Gendern, Vice-President and General Director of Harley-Davidson Latin America during the inaugural event. “This new regional headquarter is part of the said transformation, and the confirmation that Harley-Davidson is committed to meet the dreams of its clients in Latin America.” Harley-Davidson’s strategic growth plan includes opening in new markets and expanding in those where it currently exists. The company projects sa-

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Halloween | Noche de Brujas

Halloween Safety Tips By American Academy of Pediatrics

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alloween is an exciting time of year for kids, and to help ensure they have a safe holiday, here are some tips from the American Academy of Pediatrics.

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ALL DRESSED UP: • Plan costumes that are bright. Make sure that shoes fit well and that costumes are short enough to prevent tripping. • Consider adding reflective tape or striping to costumes and Trick-or-Treat bags for greater visibility. • Because masks can limit or block eyesight, consider non-toxic makeup and decorative hats as safer alternatives. Hats should fit properly to prevent them from sliding over eyes. • When shopping for costumes, wigs and accessories look for and purchase those with a label clearly indicating they are flame resistant.

• If a sword, cane, or stick is a part of your child’s costume, make sure it is not sharp or too long. A child may be easily hurt by these accessories if he stumbles or trips. • Obtain flashlights with fresh batteries for all children and their escorts. • Do not use decorative contact lenses without an eye examination and a prescription from an eye care professional. While the packaging on decorative lenses will often make claims such as “one size fits all,” or “no need to see an eye specialist,” obtaining decorative contact lenses without a prescription is both dangerous and illegal. This can cause pain, inflammation, and serious eye disorders and infections, which may lead to permanent vision loss. • Teach children how to call 9-1-1 if they have an emergency or become lost.

HOME SAFE HOME: • To keep homes safe for visiting trick-or-treaters, parents should remove from the porch and front yard anything a child could trip over such as garden hoses, toys, bikes and lawn decorations. • Parents should check outdoor lights and replace burned-out bulbs. • Wet leaves should be swept from sidewalks and steps. • Restrain pets so they do not inadvertently jump on or bite a trick-or-treater. ON THE TRICK-OR-TREAT TRAIL: • A parent or responsible adult should always accompany young children on their neighborhood rounds. • If your older children are going alone, plan and review the route that is acceptable to you. Agree on a specific time when they should return home. • Only go to homes with a porch light on and never enter a home or car for a treat. • Because pedestrian injuries are the most common injuries to children on Halloween, remind Trick-or Treaters: • Stay in a group and communicate where they will be going. • Carry a cell phone for quick communication. • Remain on well-lit streets and always use the sidewalk. • If no sidewalk is available, walk at the far edge of the roadway facing traffic. • Never cut across yards or use alleys. • Only cross the street as a group in established crosswalks (as recognized by local custom). Never cross between parked cars or out driveways. • Don’t assume the right of way. Motorists may have trouble seeing Trick-or-Treaters. Just because one car stops, doesn’t mean others will! • Law enforcement authorities should be notified immediately of any suspicious or unlawful activity. HEALTHY HALLOWEEN: • A good meal prior to parties and trick-or-treating will discourage youngsters from filling up on Halloween treats. • Consider purchasing non-food treats for those who visit your home, such as coloring books or pens and pencils. • Wait until children are home to sort and check treats. Though tampering is rare, a responsible adult should closely examine all treats and throw away any spoiled, unwrapped or suspicious items. • Try to ration treats for the days following Halloween.

Halloween | Noche de Brujas

Consejos para Halloween Por American Academy of Pediatrics

HOGAR SEGURO HOGAR: • Para mantener a los hogares seguros para niños que piden regalos en Halloween, los padres deben quitar del porche y del jardín delantero cualquier cosa con la cual un niño podría tropezar, como mangueras, juguetes, bicicletas y adornos de jardín. • Los padres deben revisar las luces externas y reemplazar bombillas o focos fundidos. • Sujete a los animales de compañía de modo que no salten de manera inadvertida sobre un niño que pide regalos en Halloween. EN EL CAMINO DE PEDIR REGALOS EN HALLOWEEN: • Un padre o un adulto responsable siempre debe acompañar a niños de corta edad en sus recorridos por el vecindario.

problemas para ver a los niños que piden regalos en Halloween. ¡El hecho de que un automóvil se detenga, no significa que otros lo harán! • Debe notificarse de inmediato de cualquier actividad sospechosa o ilegal a las autoridades que hacen cumplir la ley. HALLOWEEN SALUDABLE: • Una buena comida antes de fiestas y de ir a pedir regalos en Halloween desalentará a los jovencitos de llenarse con los dulces que reciban. • Considere adquirir obsequios que no sean alimento para quienes visiten su hogar, como libros para colorear o plumas y lápices. • Espere hasta que los niños estén en su hogar para clasificar los obsequios y revisarlos. Aunque la adulteración es rara, un adulto responsable debe examinar meticulosamente todos los obsequios, y desechar cualquier artículo sucio, desenvuelto o sospechoso. • Trate de racionar los obsequios para los días después de Halloween.

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TODOS DISFRAZADOS: • Planee disfraces que sean brillantes. Asegúrese de que el calzado le quede bien al niño y de que los disfraces sean suficientemente cortos para evitar que los niños tropiecen, queden enredados. • Considere añadir cinta o tiras reflectantes a los disfraces y a las bolsas para ir a pedir regalos, para mayor visibilidad. • Dado que las máscaras pueden limitar la vista o bloquearla, considere usar maquillaje no tóxico y sombreros decorativos como alternativas más seguras. Los sombreros deben ser de la talla adecuada a fin de evitar que se deslicen sobre los ojos. • Cuando adquiera disfraces, pelucas y accesorios, busque y adquiera los que tengan una etiqueta que indique claramente que son resistentes a las llamas. • Si una espada, un bastón o un palo forma parte del disfraz de su hijo, asegúrese de que no tenga filo ni sea puntiagudo, y de que no sea demasiado largo. Un niño se puede lastimar fácilmente con estos accesorios si se tropieza. • Obtenga linternas con pilas nuevas para todos los niños y sus acompañantes. • Enseñe a los niños cómo llamar al 9-1-1 si tienen una emergencia o se extravían.

• Si sus hijos de mayor edad van a ir solos, planee y revise la ruta que sea aceptable para usted. Llegue a un acuerdo respecto a una hora específica en que deben regresar a casa. • Sólo se deben pedir regalos en casas que tengan una luz encendida en el porche, y nunca se debe entrar a una casa ni a un automóvil para recibir un regalo. • Permanecer en un grupo y avisar a dónde irán. Llevar un teléfono celular para comunicación rápida. Permanecer en calles bien iluminadas, y siempre ir por la banqueta. • Si no hay banqueta disponible, caminar lo más cerca posible de la pared, mirando hacia el tráfico. • Nunca cruzar por jardines ni ir por callejones. • Sólo cruzar la calle como grupo en pasos peatonales establecidos (según lo reconozca la costumbre local). Nunca cruzar entre automóviles estacionados, ni caminos de entrada que den a la calle, ir a la esquina. • No asumir que se tiene la preferencia. Los conductores de vehículos motorizados pueden tener

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alloween es una emocionante época del año para los niños, y para ayudar a asegurar que tengan un día de fiesta seguro, he aquí algunos consejos de la American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP).

Community | Comunidad Hispanic Activist receive recognition from United States Congress By Sandra Figueiredo

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n October 13, various Latin activists in our community were awarded a “Certificate of Recognition from Congress” for their valuable and exceptional service to the community. Representatives Mario DiazBalart, Ileana Ros-Lehtinen, David Rivera and Senator Marco Rubio were on hand for the memorable ceremony. The commencement appropriately took place during Hispanic Heritage month, in Washington, DC’s US House Committee on Foreign Affairs. Amongst the various Hispanic leaders recognized during the event were Cesar Conde, President of Univision; Orlando “El Duque” Hernandez; Carolina Coulson, President of the Chamber of Commerce of Colombia; Pastors Alberto Delgado and Juan Eliel Garcia; and news writers Ambrosio Hernandez and Manriquel Pacheco. Doral resident, Roxana Silvera, President of Fundacion Perla de Esperanza, was also recognized for her invaluable services to the community, and for being a successful Hispanic leader in South Florida. As Silvera received the recognition, she recalled 27 years of hard work and sacrifice. “I would always say kidding around: Someday I will be in the Congress and in the White House. Now this dream came true,” beamed Silvera. Maria Antonieta Villalba, President of Community Networker, was also honored during event. “We were able to see how simple congressmen really are and the grand effort they do for the Hispanic community. We were VIP guests. Congress was closed and a private tour was given to us. We also visited the grounds of the White House. We were able to go into the room where important speeches are given.” Villalba described Senator Marco Rubio as a “humble and passionate speaker.” Of other honored Hispanic leaders she said, “They are human beings just like many of us that came to this country in search of a dream and today that dream has become a reality. We all work for the Hispanic community to make a difference in this grand nation that has received us with open arms.” On behalf of the entire team at Doral Family Journal, we congratulate all the Hispanics who earned this recognition. May they continue to serve and motivate our community. They are all worthy of this honor.

Activistas hispanos reciben reconocimiento del Congreso de Estados Unidos

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arios activistas latinos de nuestra comunidad, recibieron con agrado la noticia que serían premiados con el Certificado de Reconocimiento del Congreso por su valioso y excepcional servicio a la comunidad y líderes hispanos exitosos en el Sur de la Florida, por los Congresistas Mario Diaz-Balart, Ileana Ros-Lehtinen, David Rivera, y el Senador Marco Rubio. El acto se llevó a cabo en el marco de las festividades del Mes de la Herencia Hispana, celebrado el pasado 13 de octubre, en la Casa del Comité de Asuntos Exteriores del Capitolio, en Washington DC. Entre los cientos de líderes hispanos reconocidos se encontrában varios empresarios como Cesar Conde, Presidente de Univision, deportistas como Orlando “El Duque” Hernández, representantes de Cámaras de Comercio del Sur de la Florida como Gisela Thomas, Presidenta de la Cámara de Comercio de Panamá; y Carolina Coulson, Presidente de la Cámara de Colombia; Líderes religiosos como el Pastor Alberto Delgado, y el Pastor Juan Eliel García, así como Carlos Zambrano, Maria Beatriz Gradera, Marie Tamayo de Expolit, el periodista Ambrosio Hernández, y el periodista Manriquel Pacheco, entre otros…. Roxana Silvera, Presidenta de la Fundación Perla de Esperanza, y residente de Doral, también fue reconocida por su valor invaluable de servicio a la comunidad, y como líder de éxito hispano en el Sur de la Florida. Ella nos comentó que en el momento de recibir su reconocimiento, paso por su mente todos los recuerdos desde que llego a este país hace 27 años… y como sus logros y esfuerzos de poder superarse, la llevaron a conseguir sus metas... “Siempre decía en broma, algún día estaré en el Congreso y la Casa Blanca y ese sueño se cumplió”, nos dijo Roxana Silvera. “Para mi fue un privilegio y un honor recibir este reconocimiento; Se le agradezco a Dios, porque él es un gran merecedor de este reconocimiento y a él le debo su enseñanza, su bondad y amor a todo lo que hago… Igual se los dedico a todos los hispanos que están en este país, luchando día a día sin poder lograr su status migratorio”, prosiguió Silvera. Otra mujer reconocida fue Maria Antonieta Villalba, Presidenta de Community Networker, quién nos afirmó estar muy emocionada por este reconocimiento. “Tuvimos el placer de ver la sencillez de todos los Congresistas y el gran trabajo que hacen para la comunidad. Fuimos invitados VIP, el congreso fue cerrado para darnos un “tour” en privado y visitar los jardines de la casa Blanca. Pudimos estar en el salón donde ellos toman dicciones importantes para toda la comunidad. La sencillez del Senador Marco Rubio, y la pasión con que nos habló, me dio ánimo para decir “si se puede”. Ellos son personas como muchos de nosotros que llegaron a este país en busca de un sueño y hoy en día ese sueño es realidad”, nos comentó Ma. Antonieta. “Todos, estamos juntos trabajando en distintas áreas, y cada uno representa un grupo de personas en una área determinada, pero al final, trabajamos en Pro de la comunidad Hispana y marcamos la diferencia en esta gran nación que nos ha recibido con los brazos abiertos” dijo Ma. Antonieta Villalba. De parte de todo el equipo de Doral Family Journal, felicitamos a todos los hispanos merecedores de este reconocimiento por su gran labor en esta comunidad y los motivamos a que sigan comprometidos con su trabajo. diligentemente para ayudar a nuestra sociedad. No podríamos estar más orgullosos de sus logros. Todos son muy merecedores de este honor.

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“Bus Stop Benches Program” under review By Carlos Garcia

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oral council members are still sitting on the bench regarding the current contract, “Bus Passenger Bench Program,” held between the city of Doral and Martin Outdoor Media, Inc. The program, which is part of the “Transportation Master Plan for 2010,” intends to provide several new bus stop stations around the city with more comfortable and durable benches. The current Martin Outdoor agreement was called in breach of contract for improperly installed benches, and late payments to the city. After a heated discussion between city council members, a decision granting Martin Outdoor Media an extension to repair or replace defective benches and to settle unpaid dues was reached. Nearly 30 days after the last council meeting, Martin Outdoor has settled its fees with the city and has repaired nearly all of the benches as per the specifications of the original contract. Doral city council members unanimously decided to grant Martin Outdoor Media, Inc. another extension until December, when they next meet to review the existing contract and determine whether to extend it once more.

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“Programa para Bancos de Pasajeros” bajo revisión

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esde el primer encuentro de Concejales de la ciudad de Doral en Septiembre 14, quedó pendiente el tema sobre el contrato con la compañía Martin Outdoor Media, Inc., como parte del Plan Maestro de Transporte para 2010, que requiere proveer de nuevas bancas más cómodas y duraderas, en varias estaciones de paradas de ómnibus dentro del Doral. La compañía en cuestión fue citada en violación del contrato por estar incumpliendo con normas y regulaciones estatuidas en el mismo. Tras una ardua discusión, se determinó otorgarle a Martin Outdoor Media, un nuevo plazo para reparar las bancas que, ya instaladas, no cumplían con las regulaciones, y el pago de cargos fijados que no habían sido hechos. Un mes más tarde, se aclaró que los cargos debidos fueron pagados y las reparaciones a las bancas fueron realizadas, con excepción de unas pocas para las que se esperaba un envío de nuevos brazos que adicionarles. Revisados los nuevos hechos que respectan a este contrato, se decidió unánimemente otorgar una nueva extensión del contrato a Martin Outdoor, hasta el próximo encuentro de Concejales de la Ciudad a celebrarse en el mes de Diciembre, para una nueva revisión del estatus del contrato y, finalmente determinar si se rescinde o se extiende una vez más.

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Shelton Academy: At the Forefront… By: Jessica Buchholz First Grade Teacher Shelton Academy

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Floating Pumpkins, Musical Bales, Turkey in the Straw, The Squirrel Game, Pumpkin Race, Picking Apples, and Harvest Dash. There will also be stations for pumpkin painting and for face painting, where the teachers will be painting sunflowers, pumpkins, and fall leaves on the cheeks of all of our beautiful children. Shelton will also be a hosting a harvest bake sale for all of the parents’ spooky treat needs on Costume Day. At Shelton Academy we are a family. And as a family we always celebrate the holidays together. All of the teachers will be participating in a teachers’ pie eating contest, where all of the students will cheer their favorite teachers on as they gobble down slice after slice of pumpkin pie! At the end of the school day my first graders will be participating in a social studies project on the origins of All Hallows’ Eve and then I will be sending my trick-or-treaters off in true harvest fashion with freshly baked pumpkin bread and hot apple cider with cinnamon sticks.

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his year at Shelton Academy we will be ringing in the fall harvest with many different activities and projects throughout the month of October some of which include spooky Halloween science experiments for the older students and a field trip to a farm to learn about harvest crops for the younger ones. On Halloween or Costume Day, as we like to call it at Shelton Academy, all of our students will be able to wear a costume of their choosing and on this day we are going to have different harvest related activity stations set up for the students. Most of these stations will be different games that the students can participate in with their classmates. These games will include: Pumpkin Seed Toss, Corn Husking Race, Pass the Corn Game, Pumpkin Walk,

Harvesting Family Fun at Shelton!

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Education | Educación

City of Doral offered Scholarship By Dominique Barba

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n October 12th, 2011, the City of Doral awarded three scholarships to students from Miami Dade College West Campus. These scholarships are made possible by the donation of $ 250,000 in 2008 granted the City of Doral at Miami Dade College West Campus, to help fund college scholarship program, over five years for students of this center education. The scholarships were for students at Miami Dade College for two semesters and can be used for tuition and books. The amount of the scholarships is $1,000.00 each.

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Dr. José A. Vicente, President of Miami Dade College’s North Campus/ MDC West Campus proudly introduced the winners to the City Council, all three Ronald Reagan Doral Senior High former students: 1. Mariana Galeano, originally from Colombia, pursuing a nutritionist career and an active volunteer at Miami Children Hospital. 2. Stefanie Suarez, originally from Colombia too, Doral resident for more than 12 years, passionate about writing and pursuing a career in journalism and mass media communication. 3. Carola Valdez: born in Argentina, pursuing a career of criminology and wishing to join the FBI The qualifications are as follows: • Full-time, degree-seeking students enrolled in or accepted for admission to the College. • Be a legal resident of the City of Doral. • Demonstrate financial need based on Federal Financial aid standards, as determined by the College’s Financial Aid Office. Must have a FAFSA on file. • Be in good academic standing at the College or, if newly enrolled at the College, at prior institutions attended. • Preference will be given to students who have had perfect K-12 school attendance in schools located within the city boundaries of the City of Doral, as evidenced by the certificate from the school system. • Student must be taking at least one class on the Miami Dade College West Campus. • Recipients may be required to appear before the City Council of the City of Doral to be introduced.

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l pasado 12 de octubre de 2011, la Ciudad de Doral concedió tres becas universitarias a estudiantes de Miami Dade Collage West Campus. Estas becas son posibles gracias a la donación de $250.000 que en el 2008 otorgara la Ciudad de Doral al Miami Dade College West Campus, con el fin de ayudar a financiar programas de becas universitarias, a lo largo de cinco años para los estudiantes de este centro educativo. Las becas son utilizadas por dos semestres y se pueden utilizar para la matrícula y los libros. El importe de las becas es de $ 1,000.00 cada una. El Dr. José A. Vicente, Presidente de Miami Dade College North Campus and West, presentó con orgullo a las ganadoras: 1. Mariana Galeano, originaria de Colombia, que actualmente está estudiando la carrera de nutrición y es una activa voluntaria en el Hospital de Niños de Miami. 2. Stefanie Suárez, colombiana y residente de Doral por más de 12 años, apasionada por la escritura y buscando seguir una carrera en periodismo y ciencias de la comunicación, y por último, 3. Carola Valdez, argentina, y está estudiando la carrera de criminología con el firme deseo de unirse al FBI. Cabe destacar, que las tres ganadoras, son ex alumnas de la escuela Ronald Reagan Doral high School. Las calificaciones para optar por las becas son las siguientes: • Estudiantes a tiempo completo, que estén buscando graduarse o estudiantes recién aceptados en la universidad. • Ser residente legal de la Ciudad de Doral. • Demostrar necesidad económica basada en los estándares federales de ayuda financiera, según lo determinado por la Oficina de ayuda económica. Debe tener una forma FAFSA en el archivo. • Buenas calificaciones o, en caso de un nuevo ingresado, tener buenas calificaciones en las instituciones anteriores. • Se dará preferencia a estudiantes que han tenido perfecta asistencia escolar en las escuelas ubicadas dentro de los límites de la ciudad de la ciudad de Doral, como lo demuestra el certificado del sistema escolar. • El estudiante debe tomar al menos una clase en el Miami Dade College West Campus. • Los beneficiarios pueden ser requeridos de asistir a la junta del Consejo Municipal de la Ciudad de Doral para ser presentados.

Education | Educación

Miami’s top chefs to dish up support For M-DCPS students

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ulinary stars Michelle Bernstein and Douglas Rodriguez head a stellar line-up of Miami chefs dishing up an evening of gourmet bites to benefit innovative programs for Miami-Dade public school students Nov. 1, 7-9 p.m., at the DoubleTree Grand Hotel Biscayne Bay, 1717 North Bayshore Drive in Miami. All proceeds from the event, “Cooking Up Dreams,” go to the Foundation for New Education Initiatives, supporting Miami-Dade County Public Schools. Tickets are $75, including complimentary bar, and are available at Ticketweb.com. Joining Bernstein (Michy’s, Sra. Martinez) and Rodriguez (De Rodriguez Cuba, Ola at the Sanctuary) are 11 of Miami’s top chefs: David Asraf (Briza on the Bay), Timon Balloo (Sugar Cane), Susan Bleemer (Catering the Event), Steve Calandra (DoubleTree Grand Hotel Biscayne Bay), Sarah Paz Claro (The Office Cake), Richard L. Ingraham (personal chef to Miami Heat star Dwyane Wade), Berni Matz (Books and Books Lincoln Road), Mokoto Okuwa (Makoto Bal Harbour), Horacio Rivadero (The Dining Room), Carmen Trigueros (La Bottega), Peter Vauthy (Red Steakhouse), and Kris Wessel (Red Light Little River). The evening also features cuisine by M-DCPS culinary arts students from Lindsey Hopkins Technical Education Center, Miami Lakes Educational Center, and Robert Morgan Educational Center. Sponsors include the DoubleTree Grand Hotel Biscayne Bay, Bacardi USA, Thunder Electrical Contractors, Hilton Bentley Miami/South Beach, and VineCraft.

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The Foundation was created by the Miami-Dade County School Board to enhance student achievement and community engagement in support of The Parent Academy and other educational initiatives of Miami-Dade County Public Schools. For more information, visit www.GiveOurStudentsTheWorld.org. or call (305) 995.1367.

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n order to provide the biggest possible assistance to students looking to continue their studies in college, Ms. Maria Espinosa, College Assistance Program Advisor, organized two main events: 1) College Fair at RRDSH: On Monday October 10th, more than 30 colleges and institutes attended this special event scheduled (for the first time) at 6:30 PM in order to allow the parents participate. Guests were really impressed about the quality of the questions made by students from RRDSH and also for the big participation of many concerned parents. 2) Univision’s “It’s time”: The Education Week Workshop “Preparing for the College” was Monday October, 17th with a small group of juniors and seniors representing the school, at Univision offices. They had the chance to learn about Scholarship, College Preparation, FAFSA, Financial Aid, Resumes, Post Secondary Success, Education Fund, Managing Social Media, etc. Eileen Cardet Anchor of Noticias 23 Al Amanecer was the Moderator, Cesar Conde, Univision Networks President made the remarks and Ms. Maria Espinosa was part of the group of experts and presentators. . As part of its educational campaign “It’s time”, and as a surprise to the audience, Univision launched a unique scholarship program to support hispanic students; administered by the Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF) grants, provide financial assistance to outstanding students. Only five schools were invited to this workshop: Miami Beach Senior High, Ronald Reagan Doral Senior High, G Holmes Braddock Senior High, Westland Hialeah Senior High and Coral Gables Senior High.

Education | Educación

Money matters leadership development conference By Dominique Barba

2-PTA/SCHOOL PRINCIPAL PARTNERSHIPS The principal is the leader of the school and sets the tone of that school. PTA is the link between the home and the school. Working together, we can accomplish goals, which help ensure a quality education for all children and youth. PTA provides the principal with a responsible and effective vehicle for educating parents about the school, helping with necessary tasks within school and assisting in the promotion of appropriate legislation for children and youth. 3-PROGRAMS Programs should inform and support family involvement in the healthy development and academic success of children. National PTA has these focused ideas: -Targeting Parent Involvement in Education -Promoting Healthy Lifestyles at Home and School -Accentuating Arts &Culture 4 –FINANTIAL Do’s & Don’ts • Only PTA money in PTA bank accounts. • All expenditures must be in budget and approved by general membership. • Three signatures on file, two signatures on checks. • Checks should not be made out to and signed by same person. • At least two people always count monies received. • All expenditures must have receipts and matched to every bill by check. • All income and expenditures go out through PTA checking account. • Give receipts for money received. • All reimbursements must have a Check Request, Receipt and Signature

5 - FUNDRAISING BASICS Your PTA’s mission should be the focus of all activities. To achieve your goals, fundraising is useful. • Remember the 3-1 rule: 1 fundraiser = 3 educational programs. • Children should never be used as fundraisers. • Never deposit money in personal accounts. • Contact state or national PTA for fundraising questions. Do not rely solely on vendor’s advice. • Do not organize field trips. 6 - LOCAL UNITS NEED A LEGISLATIVE LIAISON The person selected doesn’t have any special requirements, only a true passion for the cause. All local units are responsible to have a continuous communication and follow all the direction given by this representative.

ADVOCACY CONFERENCE IN DORAL, PLEASE JOIN US IN A PUBLIC SCHOOL FUND ING EVENT: COMMUNITY LEGISLATIVE CHAT WITH LEGISLATOR S FROM DORAL, MIAMI SPRINGS, HIALEAH, AND MIAMI LA KES October 26, 2011 6:30– 8:00 P M Ronald Reagan Senior Hig h Auditorium 8600 NW 107 Avenue, Do ral, Florida Meet Senator Rene Garci a, Representative Erik Fr esen, Representative Jeanette Nuñez, Representative Eddy Gonz alez & others This is mandatory for all PT A/PTSA members. Voluntee rs and concerned parents are we lcome to attend. Tradition al public education funding continu es to face great difficulties . This is an opportunity to make a differ ence in the lives of our ch ildren and our community. Get informed . Get involved. For more information, ple ase call 305 978 5663

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1- PTA IS ABOVE ALL AN ADVOCACY ASSOCIATION PTA VISION: Making every child’s potential a reality. PTA MISSION: PTA is a powerful voice for all children, a relevant resource for families and communities, and a strong advocate for the education and well being of every child. PTA VALUES: Collaboration-Commitment-Accountability-Respect-IntegrityInclusivity

Approval. • Never have pre-signed checks and no checks made out to cash.

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oral Family Journal is dedicated to inform the community of all academic matters pertaining to Doral. Our work focuses on transmitting unbiased information whose impact is vital to the proper performance of nonprofit organizations working in the community. Herewith we refer to the academic community, including the PTAs and PTSAs, which do so much for our schools and continue to need our support. On October 1, 2010, we attended the workshop, “Money Matters,” at Booker T. Washington Senior High School. Ronald Reagan Doral Senior High represented Doral Public Schools. In attendance were RRDSH PTSA President, Ms. Bibiana Salmon and RRDSH PTSA Treasurer, Mrs. Marcela Lima. Many relevant issues were discussed. These were the most significant:

Community | Comunidad

Doral Relay For Life: Food, Fun and Fundraising By Dominique Barba

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early each one of us can say cancer has claimed the life of a loved one. This coming April, the City of Doral will hold its 10th Relay for Life at the J.C. Bermudez Park to honor survivors and remember those who have lost their battle to cancer.

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Relay for Life History In the mid-1980s, Dr. Gordy Klatt, a Tacoma colorectal surgeon, wanted to enhance the income of his local American Cancer Society office. He decided to personally raise money for the fight by doing something he enjoyed—running marathons. In May 1985, Dr. Klatt spent a grueling 24 hours circling the track at Baker Stadium at the University of Puget Sound in Tacoma for more than 83 miles. Throughout the night, friends paid $25 to run or walk 30 minutes with him. He raised $27,000 to fight cancer. That first year, nearly 300 of Dr. Klatt’s friends, family, and patients watched as he ran and walked the course. While he circled the track those 24 hours, he thought about how others could take part. He envisioned a 24-hour team relay event that could raise more money to fight cancer. Months later he pulled together a small committee to plan the first team relay event known as the City of Destiny Classic 24-Hour Run Against Cancer. In 1986, 19 teams took part in the first team relay event on the track at the colorful, historical Stadium Bowl and raised $33,000. An indescribable spirit prevailed at the track and in the tents that dotted the infield. What is Relay For Life Today? The American Cancer Society Relay For Life is a life-changing event that gives everyone in communities across the globe a chance to celebrate the lives of people who have battled cancer, remember loved ones lost, and fight back against the disease. At Relay, teams of people camp out at a local high school, park, or fairground and take turns walking or running around a track or path. Because cancer never sleeps, Relays are overnight events. The 10th Anniversary event will be held on April 13-14, 2012, 6 PM at JC Bermudez Park. This amazing 18-hour event is designed to raise funds for research, education, advocacy and patient services. At the 2012 Relay for Life Kickoff Party, Felipe Madrigal, Event Chair, honored those who have worked so hard since the very beginning. Vice Mayor Michael DiPietro, Honorary Chair, also had words of appreciation and encouragement for this very special group, and recognized Beatriz Newborn, an American Cancer Society Staff Partner, for all her great work and commitment. Gerardo Reyes, Team Development Chair and Leidy Carranzana, Survivor Chair urged the Doral community to register or join a team, and to make a donation in memory of a loved one. Says Reyes, “Register as a survivor. Be with us, help us help one person. You can make a difference. Our battle is very complex and only together we can succeed. It’s about a community that takes on the fight.” If you are interested in participating in the Relay for Life, contact the organization directly through their website: www.RelayForLife.org / Doral FL.

On Sunday, October 13th, 10,000 people participated in “Making Strides Against Cancer.” Brenda Braley, Tabitha Spencer and Bibiana Salmon.

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The public school system and parental involvement By Dominique Barba

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The decline in property prices drastically reduced the revenue generated from property taxes (figure 2). This shortfall combined with other measures, has resulted in students no longer receiving previously allocated funds. Also, the sudden increase of private schools and charter schools appears to be the government’s solution. However, not everyone agrees with it. Doral Family Journal (DFJ) was able to interview Miami-Dade Schools Assistant Superintendent Office of Intergovernmental Affairs, Iraida Mendez-Cartaya, and Dr. Richard H. Hinds, Associate Superintendent/Chief Financial Officer, Financial Services. They gave us a very interesting perspective DFJ wishes to share. Due to the volume of the information, DFJ has split this edition in two parts. Public education is a dynamic and complex subject, and as such, becoming well informed can

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iami-Dade Schools Superintendent Alberto M. Carvalho, sent this moving message a year ago: “Florida’s constitution is clear: It is the State’s “paramount duty” to provide all Florida children a “uniform” and “high quality” system of free public schools that allows students to obtain a “high quality” education. Recent history, however, is contradictory if equally clear: The State has steadily shifted its burden for this Constitutional mandate from Tallahassee to Florida’s 67 school boards and the communities — and taxpayers — they serve. Huge revenue losses from the ongoing global recession have only worsened the strain on MiamiDade and other communities”. For those who have been following the dismal destiny of our public school system, the message is very clear. Things are not the way they used to be. The financial crisis has had a strong impact on public education. Education is no longer viewed as an “investment” but as a “business.” A school’s financing is derived by three main sources: property taxes, state funds, and stimuli funds.

and will empower concerned citizens. Public education is a right and it is the duty of parents to make sure this right is maintained by remaining well informed, and communicating constantly with government representatives to remind them of their duties. Government decisions are informed and influenced by our voices, so we must all be involved in this process. When asked why Superintendent Carvalho was encouraging parental involvement, Mendez - Cartaya explained, “The superintendent and all educators believe the school district can’t do this alone. It’s really a function of three entities. It requires the School District to provide a good learning environment, a highly qualified teacher, and really the parents who basically assist the student at home and reinforce what is being taught in school.” She added, “I think his belief, which is shared by his administration, is that parents are critical components in a child’s learning environment and without the parents, it becomes all that more challenging to make sure that children reach their full potential.” “Parents need to get involved, to have the knowledge of the legislative process at all levels. In showing up, they give a lesson to their children: they are parents who take interest in their

kids and will build a great community for them.” Doral Family Journal was told the school budget had seen a 50% budget cut from the last legislative session. Also, there is a rumor going around there are additional cutbacks coming. When asked about these issues, Mendez-Cartaya said, “Let me clarify that it wasn’t a 50% cut, we received an 8% cut last year for this trans-

mittal school year from the Florida legislature but we have to add the results of the economic climate in the state of Florida as well as the nation and the global economy, which is suffering right now. What are we doing? We are being strategic, the superintendent along with his financial team have implemented strong controls as far as monitoring expenditures. For example, for the most part, overtime has been eliminated. So there are some strict budgetary efficiencies and controls that have been implemented in order to make sure the budget works as it’s supposed to. In addition to that, we are advocating at the state and federal level for minimally harmless situation. So, we have identified

the issues, we’ve actually created efficiencies and straighter controls. We’ve identified issues and pressure points for the 12-13 fiscal year and now we are speaking to those that make budgetary and appropriation decisions at the state level, which is where all of our money comes from.” Along these lines, Dr. Hinds added, “The continuing decrease in property value also affects the students in Miami-Dade County. Property values in Miami Dade have dropped by about a third over the past several years. Our whole building maintenance program uses property taxes as a source of revenue. Unless we can find some alternative source of revenue, there is no way we can upgrade schools.”

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By Grecia Romero

Halloween: • House of Horror Amusement Park: Professional haunted house and park attraction, located just outside of Miami International. It will be open until October 31st. For more information about prices and schedule visit www.houseofhorrorpark.com • Monster Splash Nighttime Bash: Miami Seaquarium is ready for Halloween next October 28th to 31st with this themed-animal show, haunted house, fireworks, funny skeletons, candy stations for trick-or-treaters and more fun. Visit www.miamiseaquarium.com. • Early Evening of Spooky Adventures: Enjoy Halloween with this family-friendly event at Gold Coast Railroad Museum next October 28th and 29th. The event offers trick-or-treating in special sandbox, pumpkin decorating, storytelling and a Halloween train ride. Visit www.gcrm.org or 12450 SW 152nd St. Miami. • Jungle Island’s Halloween Spooktacular: Trick-or-treating, Jungle-themed animal shows, annual costume contest for kids of all ages at Jungle Island from October 29th to October 31st. Visit www.jungleisland.com for details. • Little Farm Pumpkin Patch: Don’t miss this cute “The Little Farm” for a gorgeous pumpkin patch, pony rides, a petting farm, scarecrow kits and harvest decorations. The Little Farm is located at 13401 S.W. 224 Street in Goulds and it is open from 3:00 to 7:00 pm on weekdays, and

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Are you ready for spooky and silly events for your family this Halloween? This edition offers tons of frightening and fun events to celebrate! Do you want to know what else can your family do after Halloween? Do you have in mind outdoor activities to start enjoying the weather during fall? This is definitely the edition for you! Let’s check out together our list:

10:00 to 7:00 pm on weekends. Visit www.thelittlefarm.us for more information. • Halloween on the Mile: Miracle Mile at Coral Gables will be celebrating the 14th Annual Halloween event next October 31st. From 3:00 to 6:00pm. A great afternoon with safe trick-ortreating, live performances, spooky storytelling, cats and dogs costume contests, a Halloween photo booth and much more fun, all along Miracle Mile Coral Gables, FL. For more information visit www.shopcoralgables.com • Family Halloween Party: Trick-or-treating, live entertainment, costume contests, face painting and more fun for the whole family from 1:00 to 5:00 pm on October 31st at CocoWalk, Coconut Grove. For additional details visit www.cocowalk. net. • Nightmare at 405 Haunted House: Enjoy a frightening Halloween tradition in Coral Gables on Halloween night at the Youth Center haunted house. Open from 6:30 to 10:00 p.m. Coral Gables Youth Center- 405 University Drive Coral Gables -www.coralgables.com Halloween at the Miami Malls: • Spooktacular at Dolphin mall: magic show, live music, games, costume contests and more on October 31st , from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. Dolphin Mall is located at 11401 NW 12 St, Miami www. shopdolphinmall.com • Kidgits Halloween Spooktacular: Fun Halloween-inspired games and activities sponsored by Radio Disney, and pumpkin decorating from Whole Foods, festive giveaways and more. The Falls, October 29th from 2:00 to 4:00 pm. 8888 SW 136th St. Miami -www.shopthefalls.com • Halloween Boo Bash: at Dadeland Mall: family oriented event featuring little mini monsters,

festive giveaways, arts, crafts, yummy treats and more. October 28th from 6:30 to 8:00 pm. Dadeland Mall 7535 N. Kendall Drive Miami- www. shopdadelandmall.com • Fee Mall-O-Ween Event: Also en Dadeland Mall, a great chance for costume-clad kids to fill their sacks with goodies in a safe, well-lit environment. Monday October 31 from 6:00-8:00 pm. Quick Tips After Halloween: • 4th annual Great Green Family Festival: at the Fruit & Spice Park- 24801 SW 187th Ave. Homestead next November 05th and 6th from 10 am to 5:00 pm. Eco-friendly living activities, local and organic farmer’s market, medicinal herbs, oils and teas, natural foods, culinary plants and more. Web:www.fruitandspicepark.org • Sunday Afternoons of Music for Children: Wonderful concert series for kids. Very affordable performances that last one hour. Don’t miss this great experience, visit www.sundaymusicals.org/ children_series • South Miami Art Festival: November 05th and 6th from 10:00am to 5:00pm. Outdoor juried fine arts show with more than 170 exhibits and family entertainment with international food. Free admission. www.chambersouth.com/events/southmiami-art-festival • Miami Live Music Month: November the month of live music in Miami! Starting with Miami Live Music Kickoff Event: Burgerliscious on November 5th and follows by Sleepless Night Miami Beachon November 6th. Visit www.livemiamimusic.com for more info. • Junior Orange Bowl Festival: More than 17,000 children from more than 50 countries participate in a variety of tournaments and contests on November 1st. Visit www.jrorangebowl.org • Birdstock 2011: is a celebration of the baby boomer generation and the uniqueness of growing up in South Florida; featuring its music, food, cars and style. Next October 28th to 30th More info at www.birdstock.info See you next time for much more fun activities!

• Little Farm Pumpkin Patch: No se pierda esta linda “granjita “ con una parcela de calabazas preciosas, paseos en pony, juegos de espantapájaros y actividades de decoración. The Little Farm está ubicada en 13401 S.W. 224 Street, y está abierto de 3:00 a 7:00 pm en días laborables, y de 10:00 am a 7:00 pm los fines de semana. Visite www. thelittlefarm.us para más información. • Halloween en la Milla: Miracle Mile en Coral Gables celebrará su evento anual de Halloween el próximo 31 de octubre de 3:00 a 6:00 pm. Una tarde de trick-or-treating, actuaciones en vivo, narración de historias, concursos de disfraces para gatitos y perritos, una cabina de fotos de Halloween y mucho más. Para más información, visite www.shopcoralgables.com • Familia en Halloween: Trick-or-treat, entretenimiento en vivo, concursos de disfraces, pintura de caras y más. Desde la 1:00 a las 5:00 pm el 31 de octubre en CocoWalk, Coconut Grove. Mayor información visite www.cocowalk.net. • Pesadilla a 405 Haunted House: Disfrute de una tradición de Halloween en Coral Gables: la Casa Embrujada del Centro Juvenil. Abierto de 6:30 a 10:00 pm en Coral Gables Youth Center 405 University Drive -www.coralgables.com Halloween en los centros comerciales de Miami: • Spooktacular en el centro comercial Dolphin: show de magia, música en vivo, juegos, concursos de disfraces y más el 31 de octubre, de 5:30 a 9:30 pm en el Centro Comercial Dolphin situado en 11401 NW 12 St, Miami- www.shopdolphinmall.com • Halloween Spooktacular Kidgits: Diversión con juegos y actividades patrocinadas por Radio Disney. Decoración de calabazas por Whole Foods, regalos festivos y mucho más en The Falls el 29 de octubre de 2:00 a 4:00pm -8888 SW 136 St. Miami-www.shopthefalls.com • Halloween Boo Bash: en el centro comercial Dadeland: evento familiar con regalos, arte, manualidades, dulces deliciosos y mucho más. El 28 de octubre de 6:30 a 8:00 pm. Dadeland Mall 7535 N. Kendall DriveMiami- www.shopdadelandmall.com • Mall-O-Ween: También en el Dadeland Mall, una gran oportunidad para que los niños luzcan sus disfraces en un lugar seguro, bien iluminado y divertido. Lunes 31 de octubre de 6:00 a 8:00 pm.

Mas Actividades después de Halloween: • 4 º Festival Anual de Familia: en la Fruit & Spice Park del 24801 SW 187 Ave. Homestead, el próximo 5 y 6 de noviembre de 10:00 a 5:00 pm. Actividades Ecológicas, mercado, productos frescos locales y orgánicos, hierbas medicinales, aceites, tés, alimentos naturales, plantas culinarias y mucho más. Web: www.fruitandspicepark. org • Domingos de concierto para niños: Variada serie de conciertos y danza para niños a precios asequibles. No se pierda esta gran experiencia, visite www.sundaymusicals.org • South Miami Art Festival: 5 y 6 de noviembre de 10:00 am a 5:00pm. Bellas artes al aire libre con más de 170 exhibiciones y entretenimiento familiar. Entrada gratuita. Web: www.chambersouth.com • Mes de la Música en vivo: noviembre es el mes de la música en vivo en Miami! Comenzando con la apertura “Burgerliscious” el 5 de noviembre y seguido por la “Noche sin Dormir” el 6 de noviembre, estos eventos prometen ser increíbles. Visite www.livemiamimusic.com para más información. • Junior Orange Bowl Festival: Más de 17.000 niños de más de 50 países participan en una variedad de torneos y competencias el 1 de noviembre. Visite www.jrorangebowl.org • Birdstock 2011: es una celebración de la generación y la singularidad del proceso de crecimiento en el Sur de Florida, con su música, comida, autos y estilo. Del 28 al 30 de octubre. Más información en www.birdstock.info Nos vemos en la próxima entrega con muchas más actividades divertidas!

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stá listo para eventos familiares espeluznantes y divertidos este Halloween? Esta edición ofrece toneladas de diversión y eventos atemorizantes para celebrar! ¿Quiere saber qué más puede hacer su familia después de Halloween? ¿Le gustan las actividades al aire libre para empezar a disfrutar del clima durante el otoño? Entonces, esta es sin duda la edición para usted! Revisemos juntos nuestra selección: Halloween: • Casa del Horror y atracciones: Profesional Casa Encantada y parque de atracciones, situado a las afueras del centro comercial Miami International. Abierto hasta el 31 de octubre. Para más información visite www.houseofhorrorpark.com • Monster Bash Splash: Miami Seaquarium está listo para Halloween el próximo 28 al 31 de Octubre con este evento familiar; presentando shows con animales, casa embrujada, fuegos artificiales, esqueletos, estaciones de trick-or-treat y más. Visite www.miamiseaquarium.com para más detalles. • Atardecer de Aventuras Temerosas: Disfrute de Halloween con este evento familiar en el Gold Coast Railroad Museum el próximo 28 y 29 de Octubre. El evento ofrece trick-or-treat, decoración de calabazas, cuenta-cuentos y un viaje en tren de Halloween. Visite www.gcrm.org o 12450 SW 152 St. Miami. • Jungle Island Spooktacular Halloween: Trickor-treat, espectáculos con animales, concurso anual de disfraces para niños de todas las edades y muchas otras diversiones más del 29 al 31 de octubre. Visite www.jungleisland.com para más detalles.

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Commnunity | Comunidad

Weekender | Entretenimiento Snowmen (PG) In Theaters

Anonymous (PG-13) 10/28/2011

Set in the political snake-pit of Elizabethan England, ‘Anonymous’ speculates on an issue that has for centuries intrigued academics and brilliant minds ranging from Mark Twain and Charles Dickens to Henry James and Sigmund Freud, namely: who was the author of the plays credited to William Shakespeare? Experts have debated, books have been written, and scholars have devoted their lives to protecting or debunking theories surrounding the authorship of the most renowned works in English literature. Anonymous poses one possible answer, focusing on a time when cloak-and-dagger political intrigue, illicit romances in the Royal Court, and the schemes of greedy nobles hungry for the power of the throne were exposed in the most unlikely of places: the London stage.

Like Crazy (PG-13) 10/28/2011

Puss in Boots (PG) 10/28/2011

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Long before he even met Shrek, the notorious fighter, lover and outlaw Puss in Boots becomes a hero when he sets off on an adventure with the tough and street smart Kitty Softpaws and the mastermind Humpty Dumpty to save his town. This is the true story of The Cat, The Myth, The Legend... The Boots.

A love story is both a physical and emotional tale, one that can be deeply personal and heartbreaking for an audience to experience. Director Drake Doremus’ film Like Crazy beautifully illustrates how your first real love is as thrilling and blissful as it is devastating. When a British college student falls for her American classmate they embark on a passionate and life-changing journey only to be separated when she violates the terms of her visa.Like Crazy explores how a couple faces the real challenges of being together and of being apart. Winner of the Grand Jury Prize for Best Picture at the 2011 Sundance Film Festival and of the Special Jury Prize for Best Actress for Felicity Jones, Like Crazy depicts both the hopefulness and the heartbreak of love.

‘Snowmen’ is a humorous and heartfelt coming-ofage story about three unlikely heroes and the winter that changed their lives forever. After a surprising discovery in the snow catapults three small-town boys into the spotlight, the best friends hatch a plan to be remembered forever by setting a Guinness World Records title. Along the way, the trio battles schoolyard bullies, unites their community and discovers that -- while fame may be fleeting -- true friendship lasts forever.

The Three Musketeers (PG-13) In Theaters

The hot-headed young D’Artagnan joins forces with three rogue Musketeers in this reboot of Alexandre Dumas’ story. They must stop the evil Richlieu and face off with Buckingham and the treacherous Milady.

In Time (PG-13) 10/28/2011

In a future where time is literally money, and aging stops at 25, the only way to stay alive is to earn, steal, or inherit more time. Will Salas lives life a minute at a time, until a windfall of time gives him access to the world of the wealthy, where he teams up with a beautiful young heiress to destroy the corrupt system.

Gente | People

UnitedHealthcare recognizes older people in Doral

UnitedHealthcare reconoce a personas mayores en Doral

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nitedHealthcare is an institution dedicated to health and welfare of our community to make the transition to Medicare easier, honored several seniors who have made an extraordinary contribution to the Hispanic community. This award was made during a banquet in honor of these people and as the climax of the campaign Latin Dedication (Dedicación Latina), this past October 13 at Doral Golf Resort & Spa, with over 300 guests including prominent members from the Miami community, as well as Mr. Igor Alonso, UnitedHealthcare regional director for South Florida, and Mr. Ricardo Cabello, director of UnitedHealthcare for the Miami market. The campaign, launched last month in Miami served as an educational platform for providing important information to older people in the community about Medicare and the changes introduced this year to the Annual Election Period In the event, the master of ceremonies was Ana Maria Canseco who recognized nine candidates selected by vote of both recent community events and through Latin Dedication page on Facebook. The winner was Maria Campos, for receiving the most votes. Campos was born in Cuba and has lived in Miami for 43 years. She is currently Council President of Robert King High Towers, and helps low-income people seven days a week ... Those who know her, make her worthy of this award for her hard work, selflessness and loving character, also organizes activities such as laughter therapy and tours throughout the year that brings together residents and improve their quality of life. The eight remaining candidates were: Elisa Prieto, Elsa Thompson. Francisca Arguelles, Gerry Smith, Hector Torres, Josefina Pineiro, Nabil Batarseh and Norma Ruiz.

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Ricardo Cabello, Ana Maria Canseco con Maria Campos e Igor Alonso

nitedHealthcare, una institución dedicada a la salud y al bienestar de nuestra comunidad para hacer mas fácil la transición a Medicare, honró a diversas personas mayores que han contribuido en forma extraordinaria a la comunidad hispana. Esta premiación se realizó durante un banquete en honor a esas personas y como punto culminante de la campaña Dedicación Latina, el pasado 13 de Octubre en Doral Golf Resort & Spa, con mas de 300 invitados entre los cuales se encontraban miembros prominentes de la comunidad de Miami, así como el Sr. Igor Alonso, director regional de UnitedHealthcare para el Sur de la Florida, y el Sr. Ricardo Cabello, director de UnitedHealthcare para el mercado de Miami. Dicha campaña, fue lanzada en Miami el mes pasado, y sirvio de plataforma educativa para ofrecer información importante a las personas mayores de la comunidad sobre Medicare y los cambios introducidos este año al Período de Elección Anual. En el evento, la maestra de ceremonias fue Ana María Canseco quién reconoció a nueve candidatos seleccionados por votación tanto en eventos comunitarios recientes como a través de la página Dedicación Latina de Facebook. La galardonada fue Maria Campos, por recibir el mayor número de votos. María nació en Cuba y ha vivido en Miami por 43 años. Actualmente es Presidenta del Consejo de Robert King High Towers, y ayuda a personas de bajos recursos los siete días a la semana... Quienes la conocen, la hacen merecedora de este galardon por su ardua labor, altruismo y su carácter cariñoso; Además organiza actividades tales como Terapia de la Risa y excursiones a través del año que reúnir a los residentes y mejorar su calidad de vida. Los ocho candidates restantes fueron: Elisa Prieto, Elsa Thompson. Francisca Arguelles, Gerry Smith, Hector Torres, Josefina Piñeiro, Nabil Batarseh y Norma Ruiz.

Arts | Arte

n a b e t s e i t n a Noel S

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ontrary to other artists whose art reflects reality despite working in virtual seclusion, Noel Santiesteban fully embraces his environment. He engages everyone with unusual deference and courtesy. Santi, as he is best known, has an ongoing affair with life. He is an insatiable creator who is never quiet, and never still. Santi’s humble origins began in La Coloma, Cuba. Soon after, he attended the historic and prestigious San Alejandro School of Arts in Havana, Cuba. While in Havana, Santi became involved with several artistic movements, which led to a jewelry apprenticeship. This exposure, along with the help of friends such as Henry Schmidt, who at the time headed the cultural affairs branch of the German Embassy in Cuba as well as being the representative of DAD and the Hütten Institute, enabled Santi to create, exhibit and teach art in Germany. In many ways, Germany had become a pivot between Cuba and the Old World. While in the United States, Santi joined forces with friends and artists alike to form the Arts Factory. Here, alongside Dr. Julio Hernandez Pombo, Alexander Richard and the engraver Agustin Rojas, a printing and jewelry workshop was established. “I don’t have any preferences,” explains Santi of his art. “I love all forms of art, and I feel attracted to them the same. I have done painting, printing, photography, and scenography for TV and movies alike. It all depends on the moment.” Santi has practiced all modalities of bi-dimensional and tri-dimensional art. In memory of his mentor, Henry Schmidt, Santi founded the Santiesteban Print Schmidt, a Florida based, unique workshop which has become a mecca for international artists and bohemians alike. Santiesteban welcomes all artists: “If they have no place to do or say what they have to do or say, here they can express it. If they don’t have a place to eat, here they can eat,” says Santi. More important still is the desire of integration for all Cuban artists, of either political spectrum: the scattered diaspora and those who remain on the mainland. To wit, Santi states, “The truth is that we are all the same. What we were there, we continue to be here.” For Cuban artists left in Cuba, Santi thoughtfully reflects, “we left many friends, creation comrades, and companions of many sleepless nights,” but they were not necessarily forgotten. The Satiesteban’s Print shop is a place for re-encounters of old friends from Cuba such as Vicente Bonachea and Goliat. “Every time they come over, we get together in a sort of happy bohemia of the past,” states Santi. “They are artists of our generation that can

no longer be found in a bar or at an exhibition opening.” Santi added, “Not long ago, I was in New York and found Rocio Garcia, my teacher from the academy. More than 18 of her ex-students got together at Print Schmidt to celebrate our old teacher. That’s the most beautiful part of the shop: its human side.” Santi counts as one the biggest achievements of his studio, “Appointment with Angels,” a tribute to the fallen Twin Towers. It also serves as an analogy for the duality of the Cuban artist community by way of the Experimental Workshop for Graphics in Havana, Cuban, and its counterpart, Santiesteban Print Schmidt. “Both (workshops) are sides of the same coin,” says Santi. “Almost all of us got formed there, in Cuba.” Today, Santi lists his three greatest achievements as having the opportunity to work with acclaimed designer Philippe Stark at Icon Brickell in Miami, and Icon Vallarta in Mexico. His association with Felipe Madrigal, of ArtFest, has exposed him to one of the biggest art festivals in Florida. Also, the opportunity to support and work with non-profit institutions such as 123 Arts Center Leonardo Timor, is meaningful to Santi: “It is an honor and a matter of the heart.” Most importantly, Santi wishes to “break the distances” between Cuba and the United States, and “make artistic creation prevail over all political systems.”

In Spotlight | Farándula

presentan su nuevo álbum “SUPREMO” Por Maria Sabatella

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Las 11 canciones del nuevo álbum demuestran el sonido único de Chino y Nacho que mezcla ritmos urbanos, tropicales y pop con su lírica impactante. “Supremo” está repleto de canciones llenas del romanticismo de los ganadores del Latin Grammy incluyendo canciones bailables y llenos de ritmos tropicales de mambo y merengue como “Regálame Un Muack” y “Loco, Loco”, canciones con sabor a bachata como “Pobre Corazón” y una versión nueva del himno clásico de Juan Luis Guerra, “Bachata Rosa”. También hay colaboraciones inolvidables como “Sera Que Tengo La Culpa”, una balada corta-venas junto a Luis Enrique y “Bebe Bonita” una canción bilingüe junto a la estrella Top 40 de Inglaterra Jay Sean. Además incluye “Sin Ti”, “Estoy Enamorado” y mucho temas más con el sonido popurbano que ha convertido a Chino y Nacho en el dúo preferido de la juventud. Agradecidos con el apoyo que les ha brindado el público, Chino y Nacho nos comentaron estar sumamente felices con este nuevo álbum. “Estoy enamorado de esta nueva producción.. El álbum tiene una fusión de ritmos tropicales, urbanos y pop unidos a las letras románticas que se han convertido en nuestro “, nos comentó Nacho. “Este es un álbum distinto. Hecho con el corazón con canciones para cantar, bailar y enamorar”, nos dijo Chino.

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hino y Nacho, ídolos internacionales y el dúo nuevo más importante de la música Latina, nos presentaron su nuevo álbum “Supremo”. Después de conquistar el mundo con su éxitos radiales “Niña Bonita” y “Tu Angelito” y convertirse en unos de las artistas más populares de la radio y el Internet, el dúo Venezolano regresa con su segunda producción discográfica. El álbum ya está disponible en tiendas y para descarga digital. “El Poeta”, el primer sencillo del álbum, ya es un éxito por todo Latino América y rápidamente se ha convertido en una de las canciones más solicitadas en las emisoras de los Estados Unidos. La canción, una mezcla de pop electrónico y merengue, define fielmente el sonido de Chino y Nacho. Su video es uno de los videos más visto en la internet y la semana pasada llego al Top 10 de VEVO junto a videos de los artistas más importantes del mundo incluyendo a Lady Gaga y Rihana.

Family | Familia

Está la televisión, el internet y los video juegos afectando el comportamiento en los niños?

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ccording to recent studies, children in United States spend an average of 3 to 4 hours per day watching television, another hour and a half using internet, and around an hour playing video games. Unfortunately in some cases this content is not suitable for the children’s development and it additionally exposes them to violence. The American Academy of child and adolescent psychiatry suggests that this aggressive content can bring serious consequences for children and lead them to develop violent and aggressive behaviors, such as: • Children may become “immune” or numb to the horror of violence • Children may gradually accept violence as a way to solve problems • Children may imitate the violence they observe on television • Children may identify themselves with certain characters, victims and/or victimizers

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In addition, the excessive use of this type of electronic equipment without supervision and/or limits can expose children from a very early age to contents where the use of drugs, alcohol, sex, images presenting suicide or graphical violence are presented as an alternative or solution to a given problem or life situation. What can parents do to protect children? • Set limits on the amount of time they spend with the television, computer or video games • Locate the electronic device in a visible place for the family, preferably in a social area • Share with their kids some of their favorite TV shows and guide their children in choosing them • Explain situations where the character’s behavior does not reflects your family values • Disapprove of the violent episodes in front of the children, stressing the belief that such behavior is not the best way to resolve a problem • Let their kids do extracurricular activities allowing them to exercise, socialize and develop special interest. At the same time the time available for the use of such electronic devices will decrease.

egún estudios realizados recientemente los niños en Estados Unidos pasan un promedio de 3 a 4 horas diarias viendo televisión, otra hora y media promedio usando el internet, y aproximadamente una hora jugando video juegos. Desafortunadamente en algunos casos este contenido no solo no es adecuado para el desarrollo del niño sino también que los expone a situaciones de violencia. La asociación americana de psiquiatría para los adolescentes y niños sugiere que estos contenidos agresivos pueden traer graves consecuencias, además el alto contenido violento puede conllevar a desarrollar comportamientos violentos y agresivos en los niños. Dentro de las principales consecuencias que este acceso a programas y actividades violentas a través de los equipos electrónicos están: • El niño(a) se puede volver inmune al horror de la violencia • El niño(a) puede gradualmente aceptar la violencia como una manera de resolver problemas • El niño(a) puede llegar a imitar la violencia que observa en la televisión, computador o video juegos • El niño(a) puede identificarse con ciertos personajes, sea como víctima o victimizado Adicionalmente, el exceso de acceso a este tipo de equipos electrónicos sin vigilancia y/o limites pueden llegar a exponer a los niños desde muy temprana edad a contenidos donde se sugieren el uso de drogas y alcohol, donde en algunas ocasiones se presenta el sexo sin control, letras e imágenes que presentan el suicidio como una alternativa o solución, así como situaciones de violencias gráficamente mostradas, entre otros. Que pueden hacer los padres para proteger a los niños ante esta situación? • Poner límites al tiempo que el niño pasa viendo televisión, usando su computador o video juego • Ubicar el equipo electrónico en un lugar visible para la familia, puede ser en un área social preferiblemente • Acompañar a verlo sus programas de televisión y guiarlos en la escogencia de ellos. • Explicarle situaciones en donde los comportamientos presentados no estén de acuerdo a los valores y principios familiares • Buscar actividades extracurriculares que le brinden beneficios físicos, así como le permite socializar y desarrollar aficiones especiales, al mismo tiempo estas disminuyendo el tiempo disponible para el uso de dichos equipos electrónicos

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Health | Salud

Otra noche sin dormir y preocupados “Pesadillas y Terrores Nocturnos” By Jorge De Diego, MD Pediatrician and Medical Director Doral Medicine Associates

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omo padres a veces tenemos la experiencia que nuestros hijos tengan una condición que se denominan “Pesadillas y Terrores Nocturnos” y por ende se nos dificulta en consolidar el sueño. El terror nocturno es como despertar parcialmente cuya manifestación es el de un estado de pánico, gritando, pataleando, y que puede caminar estando dormido (sonambulismo) así como dando golpes o entre hablando. Estos episodios ocurren dos horas después de que el niño se fue a dormir. Estos episodios por lo general son inofensivos y terminan en un profundo sueño. Estos episodios usualmente desaparecen antes de los 12 años de edad.

La pregunta es que podemos hacer? 1. Trate de ayudar a su niño(a). No intente despertarlo. Encienda las luces de su cuarto. Sostenga a su niño en sus brazos, así lo ayuda y se sentirá mejor. Nunca le grite o lo sacuda ya que puede empeorar la situación. 2. Proteja a su niño de que se haga daño él mismo. Durante estos episodios debemos tener cuidado de que el niño pueda tropezarse con una pared o pueda caerse por una escalera, o herirse con algo puntiagudo o quebrado. Trate muy gentilmente de dirigir a su niño de regreso a su cama. 3. Aseguremosnos de que siempre vaya a su cama a una hora adecuada y a una misma hora y de que trate de dormir lo suficiente diariamente. 4.Si su niño tienen estos episodios, entonces anote cuantos minutos pasan desde que su niño se duerme hasta que ocurren estos episodios de terror nocturno. Entonces, empiece a despertar a su niño antes del tiempo que se estime que ocurren esos episodios. Empiece a despertar a su niño 15 minutos antes que se espera ocurra el episodio. Mantenga entonces a su niño despierto y fuera de la cama por 5 minutos. Continue despertando a su niño de esta manera por siete noches consecutivas. Si los terrores nocturnos regresan cuando Ud. cesa de despertar a su niño, entonces continue despertandolo mientras lo necesita. Los terrores nocturnos pueden parecerse a otras condiciones médicas. Consulte a su Pediatra si tiene alguna duda al respecto o si Ud. observa algunas de estas presentaciones: 1. Si estos terrores nocturnos duran mas de 30 minutos. 2. Si su niño hace algo peligroso durante el transcurso de estos episodios. 3. Si su niño tiene algún tipo de sacudidas, temblores o si sus músculos se ponen tiesos. 4. Si los terrores nocturnos ocurren durante la segunda mitad de la noche o del sueño. 5. Si su niño tiene miedo durante el dia.

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Entre las características de los terrores nocturnos presenciamos algunas de las siguientes características: 1. Los ojos de su niño están abiertos pero no sabe que Ud. esta presente. 2. Su niño se encuentra en un estado de temor pero a la vez no se puede despertar y no encuentra consolación alguna. 3. Los episodios pueden durar entre unos 10 a 30 minutos aprox. 4. Lo interesante es de que el niño no recuerda esos episodios por la mañana al despertarse.

6. Si la familia esta en un periodo estresante y de que esto pueda ser un factor de estos terrores. Hablemos entonces de las pesadillas, en este caso a diferencia de los terrores nocturnos en este caso se despiertan y les da miedo a regresar a su cama a dormir. A menudo las pesadillas se relacionan con etapas de desarrollo del niño; las pesadillas pueden suceder sin una razón en particular como pueden ser de cosas imaginarias o reales. Como pueden estar soñando que sus padres se separaron o pueden pensar en su muerte, asi como, soñar con monstruos o personas imaginarias. Recordemos de que las pesadillas ocurren en la ultima etapa del sueño cuando verdaderamente soñamos. La pregunta es: Como podemos ayudar al niño con pesadillas? 1. Conforte, y tranquilize con su niño(a) 2. converse con su niño(a) acerca de esos sueños que tuvo y trate de sortear mucha positividad. 3. Evite de que su hijo escuche o vea programas violentos de la televisión o ver peliculas de terror. 4. Deje la puerta del cuarto abierta para que sepa que siempre esta cerca de él, con o sin miedo. 5. Durante la rutina del sueño antes de irse a dormir, hablele de cosas bonitas y graciosas. 6. Permita de que su niño regrese a dormir por si solo a su cama. Llame al Pediatra si esas pesadillas ocurren con mas frecuencia y cuando el miedo o el temor interfiere con las actividades cotidianas.

There are 3 types of diabetes: Type 1 diabetes is classified as immune-mediated and appears at an early age. Type 2 diabetes is hereditary and appears in adulthood. Gestational diabetes appears in 10% of gestating women. The most common signs and symptoms are: • Polyuria (frequent urination), polydipsia (increased thirst), and polyphagia (increased hunger). • Weight loss despite the polyphagia. • Fatigue and blurred vision. The main factors which increase the risk of diabetes type 2 are the excessive nutrition and sedentary life, which contribute to obesity. A small weight loss will significantly improve hyperglycemia. In fact, weight loss reduces by 60% the risk of becoming diabetic. In addition to receiving medical care, the complete treatment for diabetes must include a healthy diet such as the Mediterranean Diet, but also moderate and habitual physical exercise. To contact the author, send your email to edmontalvo@comcast.net

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a Diabetes es una enfermedad muy particular dado que permite seguir viviendo mientras que paulatinamente va disminuyendo la capacidad del cuerpo a mantenerse sano. A continuación les presento algunos datos curiosos sobre esta “dulce” enfermedad: • Su verdadero nombre es diabetes mellitus. Su nombre proviene del griego diabétes, que significa “correr a través”. Esto se refiere a la excesiva eliminación de grandes cantidades de orina (poliuria). La palabra mellitus proviene del griego mel = “miel” y se agregó recientemente cuando un médico notó que la orina de un paciente diabético tenía sabor dulce. ¿A quién se le ocurre? • La Diabetes es un conjunto de trastornos metabólicos que afectan a los diferentes órganos y tejidos. Dura toda la vida y se caracteriza por un aumento de los niveles de glucosa en la sangre o hiperglucemia. La causan varios trastornos, siendo el principal la baja producción de la hormona insulina. • Los síntomas principales de la diabetes mellitus son la emisión excesiva de orina (poliuria), el aumento anormal de la necesidad de comer (polifagia), el incremento de la sed (polidipsia) y la pérdida de peso sin razón aparente. Esto último no me ha pasado a mí, ¡al contrario! Hay tres tipos de diabetes, a saber: La Diabetes tipo 1: Es de carácter autoinmune y se manifiesta en la juventud. La Diabetes tipo 2; Es de carácter hereditario y ocurre en la adultez. La Diabetes Gestacional: Se manifiesta en el 10% de las mujeres embarazadas. Los signos y síntomas más frecuentes: Poliuria (orinar con frecuencia), polidipsia (sed excesiva) y polifagia (hambre exagerado). Pérdida de peso a pesar de la polifagia. Fatiga o cansancio, y Visión borrosa. Los principales factores ambientales que incrementan el riesgo de diabetes tipo 2 son la nutrición excesiva y una forma de vida sedentaria, con el consiguiente sobrepeso y obesidad. Una pérdida de peso mínima, incluso de 4 kg, casi siempre mejora la hiperglucemia. Perder peso reduce hasta en un 60% el riesgo de contraer la enfermedad. Un tratamiento completo de la diabetes debe de incluir no solo una dieta sana (como, por ejemplo, la Dieta Mediterránea) además de ejercicio físico moderado y habitual, sino también un control médico constante. Para comunicarse con el autor envíe su correo electrónico a: edmontalvo@comcast.net

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iabetes is a very unusual disease because while it diminishes a person’s capacity to be healthy, it allows a person to carry on their life virtually unaffected. The following are some curious facts about this “sweet” disease: • Its real name is diabetes mellitus. The word “diabetes” comes from the Greek diabêtês which literally means “a passer through.” This refers to excessive urination. The word “mellitus” comes from mel, meaning “honey,” and it was recently added as a designation for the disease when a doctor noticed that a diabetic’s urine had a sweet taste. Really, who has time for these taste tests? • Diabetes is a group of metabolic alterations that affect different organs and tissues. It can last during the lifetime of a patient, and is characterized by an increment of blood sugar or hyperglycemia. It has various causes, yet low production of the insulin hormone is the main cause. • The main symptoms of diabetes are frequent urination (polyuria); abnormal increased hunger (polyphagia); increased thirst (polydipsia); and unexplained weight loss. (Unfortunately, the latter has not happened to me!)

Curiosidades de la Diabetes

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ne of the fun things to do for Halloween is to buy costumes for the whole family - even for your dog. .You need to be sure that your pet will be ok being dressed up or else it could end up being a day where your pet is stressed and confused. Just remember to keep your dog safe from these Halloween hazards. 1. Halloween costumes can annoy animals and pose safety and health hazards... so think twice before dressing up the dog. Some dogs really enjoy getting dressed in costumes - they might ham it up and revel in the attention. Other dogs can become scared or uncomfortable in clothing of any type. If you want to dress your dog up, start simple and see how she handles it. If she does not like it, then don’t push the issue. Try a Halloween bandanna or collar instead. If your dog does seem to enjoy getting dressed up, be certain you choose a costume that fits comfortably. If it is too tight, it could cut off circulation or cause sores to develop. Loose-fitting outfits can trip your dog or get caught on objects around the house. Because of these potential dangers, never leave your dog unattended in the costume. 2. Be aware of your pet’s moods. If your dog seems grumpy or tired, dressing her up and making her go out with your family might not work well. She may show some excitement at going for a walk but after a few minutes she might not tolerate the costume, trick or treating, and the whole routine. it’s not worth forcing them to wear something or making a tired old dog go out for hours when they’d rather stay home and nap. 3. No Candy! Remember that candy and chocolate can be toxic to your pet. Dogs may also ingest food wrappers, causing a risk of choking, upset stomach or gastrointestinal blockage. Sliced carrots or apples can be tasty and healthy snack alternatives for dogs! 4. Being in a crowd. Some pets don’t mind being in a crowded area or walking down streets that have a lot of people. Others might enjoy it too much and try to make new friends with everyone they meet. Then there the dogs that get nervous and might try to dart away. If your pet isn’t the type that handles social situations well, it is best to leave her home. 5. Do not leave dogs in cars.

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Howl-o-ween at Fairchild

10/30/2011 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. This Howl-o-ween bring your dog to Fairchild. Pooches are invited to Fairchild for a day of four-legged Halloween fun. Address: Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden 10901 Old Cutler Road Coral Gables, FL 33156 Ph: (305)667-1651

18th Annual All Breed K-9 Oktoberfest

Sun, Oct 30, 2011 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Dog lovers and their families are expected to enjoy Food, Doggie Games, Best Dog Costume Competition, $1000 Raffle and local Vendors selling the latest doggie gear and other goodies, plus a whole lot more. Address: 3300 N. Park Road,Hollywood,33021 Ph: (305) 323-4562

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na de las cosas divertidas para hacer en Halloween es comprar disfraces para toda la familia - incluso para su perro. Tiene que estar seguro de que su mascota va a estar comoda con su disfraz o bien podría terminar siendo un día estresante y confundido para su mascota. Sólo recuerde mantener la seguridad de su perro ante estos peligros de Halloween. 1- Los disfraces pueden molestar a los animales y pueden resultar peligrosos... así que piense dos veces antes de vestir al perro. Algunos perros les gusta mucho vestirse con trajes. Otros perros pueden sentir miedo o incomodidad con la ropa de cualquier tipo. Si quieres vestir a tu perro, comience simple y vea cómo él lo maneja. Si no le gusta, entonces no insista en el tema. Pruebe con un pañuelo o un collar de Halloween en su lugar. Si su perro parece disfrutar vestirse, tenga la certeza de que usted elije un traje que se ajusta cómodamente. Si está muy apretado, podría cortarle la circulación o podría causar. La ropa suelta puede hacer que tu perro quede atrapado en los objetos alrededor de la casa. Debido a estos peligros potenciales, nunca deje a su perro solo con el traje puesto. 2: Sea consciente de los estados de ánimo de su mascota. Si su perro parece estar de mal humor o cansado, vestirlo y hacerlo salir con la familia puede que no funcione bien. Puede mostrar algo de emoción al salir a caminar, pero después de unos minutos, pudiera ser que no tolere el traje, y toda la rutina. No vale la pena obligarles a llevar algo o hacer que un perro viejo y cansado salga en horas en que prefiera quedarse en casa y dormir un rato. 3: No Caramelos! Recuerde que los dulces y el chocolate pueden ser tóxico para su mascota. Los perros también pueden ingerir envoltorios de comida, provocando un riesgo de asfixia, dolor de estómago o una obstrucción gastrointestinal. Las rodajas de zanahorias o manzanas pueden ser alternativas de aperitivos sabrosos y saludables para los perros! 4: El estar en una multitud. Algunas mascotas no les importa estar en una zona muy concurrida o caminando por las calles que tienen un montón de gente. Otros pueden disfrutar mucho y tratan de hacer nuevos amigos con todas las personas. Los perros pueden ponerse nerviosos. Así que si su mascota no es el tipo que maneja bien las situaciones sociales, lo mejor es permanecer su casa. 5: No deje a los perros solos en los carros.

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Sports | Deportes

FUTBOX: Coming soon in Doral!

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occer aficionados in Doral no longer have to worry bad weather will affect their scheduled practices or games. Soon to open in Doral is FUTBOX at the FUTSAL Center, a new state of the art indoor soccer facility which promises to thrill soccer players in South Florida. The 25,000 square foot acclimatized facility has three fields prepared for public usage. Each one has high quality arches, “field turf,” modern illumination systems, and brand new score boards. FUTBOX recently signed a contract with the Soccer Academy of the Americas, a branch of Real Madrid Soccer Club, which will enable trainers and specialized personnel to use FUTBOX installations to train 4 to 12 year old children in the afternoon between 3:00 and 6:30 p.m. The Soccer Academy of the Americas, which is currently based at Tamiami Park, is a non-profit organization that has partnered with Real Madrid Soccer Club. The Academy

offers access to Real Madrid’s treasure trove of game methods and tactics, famously honed and developed more than 106 years ago. One of the Academy’s most important achievements was to reach third and fourth place in two categories at the Disney Soccer Showcase Tournament in Orlando. This competition featured some of the best national teams, and garnered the attention of many sponsors and professional scouts. The courts will also open to visitors and players alike from 6:00 p.m. for tournaments, leagues, or private practice. FUTBOX professionals will also provide private training to individuals or groups not covered by the contract with the Academy. For more information or to make reservations, contact FUTBOX at 786-439-2900 or visit www.futsalcenter.net.

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on instalaciones que compiten en calidad y oferta de comodidades con las mejores del mundo, FUTBOX en el FUTSAL Center del Doral, abrirá sus puertas próximamente para el deleite de aquellos que, ya de forma continua o de manera ocasional, gustan de practicar el Fútbol (Soccer en Estados Unidos) sin tener que luchar contra las contingencias del clima o el horario. Con una locación de 25,000 pies cuadrados, tres serán las canchas que se pondrán a disposición del público, cada una con arquerías de la más alta calidad, grama artificial Field Turf —la misma usada en los campos de prestigio internacional que cuentan con grama de este tipo— sistema de iluminación específicamente diseñado para cubrir a toda hora las necesidades de los jugadores más exigentes, de los mejores score-boards del mundo y por más, las únicas instalaciones de su tipo en el Sur de Florida totalmente climatizadas. Recientemente, FUTBOX firmó un contrato con la Academia de Soccer de Las Américas, filial del Real Madrid Soccer Club cuyos entrenadores y personal especializado usarán FUTBOX como base para entrenar niños de 4 a 12 años de edad,

entre 3:00pm y 6:30pm. La Academia de Soccer de Las Américas es una organización sin fines de lucro que emergió de la sociedad fundada con el famoso Club de Fútbol Real Madrid y actualmente tiene su base en las instalaciones del Tamiami Park, junto a la Universidad Internacional de la Florida (FIU por sus siglas en Inglés) con la cual también sostiene una estrecha relación. La Academia ofrece acceso a los métodos de juego que 106 años de experiencia le han dado al Real Madrid, y su profundo conocimiento

de todas las interioridades de este deporte. Uno de sus logros más importantes ha sido el alcanzar tercer y cuarto lugares para dos de las categorías que compiten en el Torneo Disney Soccer Showcase, donde se presentan los mejores equipos nacionales y donde además, se centran los ojos de muchos promotores de equipos a nivel profesional. A partir de las 6:00pm, las canchas estarán abiertas para torneos, campeonatos, juegos amistosos, ligas, y para aquellos visitantes ocasionales que deseen unirse, ya en los predios de FUTBOX, para jugar partidos únicos. Profesionales de FUTBOX también impartirán clases al resto de los grupos de edades no cubiertas por el contrato con la Academia de Soccer de Las Américas. Idealmente, las reservaciones podrán hacerse con siete días de anticipación, directamente en las instalaciones de FUTBOX, o usando la conveniente página de Internet. A su vez, los pagos podrán hacerse por anticipado, cargados a una tarjeta de créditos o en las propias instalaciones. Para más información sobre FUTBOX, visite el sitio web en www.futsalcenter.net, o llame al teléfono 786-439-2900. ¡FUTBOX es para todos!

Sports | Deportes

Christian Villacis a young tennis player who makes Doral proud

Tennis is just the best overall”. Maria Vallasciani, former FIU tennis player, was his first coach. We asked her about Christian and she was pleased to share these words: “I coached Christian when he was starting and I can say without doubt is that he is one of the hardest workers I have ever coach. No matter what happens he always keeps trying and he is one more example of how hard work and perseverance are fundamental to achieve your goals. He is currently home schooling, practicing a lot and has clear goals. I am confident that he has what it takes to keep moving forward in the tennis environment”.

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Christian: “ I start out with a daily routine warm up, then I begin with the drills and just hit and hit balls from 10 AM to 12:30 PM. From 1PM to 2 PM I usually go to the gym then I’m off to a brake and finally I practice again from 3 PM to 6 PM using the last hour for fitness. DFJ: “What are your goals”? Christian: “Get the furthest I can but I’m mainly looking forward to getting a full scholarship in a good college with a Division 1 team”. DFJ: “What do you like about this sport” ? Christian: “I like everything about tennis, from how the environment of tennis is to the feelings and the excitement I feel when standing on the court.

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hristian Villacis is 15 years old, he was born in Venezuela and lives in Doral. He started playing tennis at 11 and he made an extraordinary progress in the next 4 years. On October 8-9, 2011 he won the Boys 16’ Doubles at Miami Crandon Park Fall Super Series. In the final, Christian and Felipe Oyarzun defeated Kevin Cubela and Jacobo Nieto 8-2. Christian is training at the David Ensignia Tennis Academy (Pinecrest), and his coach is David Ensignia. A few days ago, this young talent gladly gave us this interview: DFJ: Do you want to share with us how is a normal practice day?

Angélica Delgado enroute to London in 2012 By Carlos García

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ue to the great effort and work of athletes, coaches, technical personnel, leadership, and many others, USA Judo, the National Governing Body for the Olympic sport of Judo, is gaining ground on the international field. Experts in the sport project that 80% of the current Judokas participating in the 2011 Pan American Games in Guadalajara, Mexico, will return home with medals. If so, this will be a historic accomplishment for this National Governing Body. Amasingly, the average age of team members is only 22. One notable athlete on this team is Angelica Delgado. Delgado, born in the United States is of Cuban descent, and began judo when she was only eleven years old. Three years later, she won her first silver medal in the “Campeonatos Infantiles Panamericanos,” in the 13-14 years old division. Since then, Delgado has earned many medals, and she is now one of the hopeful to win a medal for the United States. Delgado is also a student studying nursing at Florida International University. She commented that; “a Pan American gold medal is not just a dream, but a goal she has doggedly pursued since the very beginning of her career”. Since 2006, Delgado has displayed around her neck various gold medals obtained at important competitions such as the Junior Olympics Championships and the Midwestern Championship. She has also participated in other international events such as the World Cup in El Salvador and in Venezuela, where she obtained silver and bronze consecutively. She travels to sharpen her skills in far places as Ukraine, Samoa and China. Delgado, along with other athletes such as Kayla Harrison, Anthony Tuner, Kyle Bascula and Michael Eldred, continue to gain points internationally, which will earn them a spot in the London Olympics if they finish in the top world ranking by May 1, 2012. After the 2008 Beijing games, the International Judo Federation implemented a point system where athletes need to travel throughout the world to compete in World Cups, Grand Prix, and Grand Slams in order to proof their world ranking. For women, the top 14 spots will qualify for the Olympics, and for men, the top 22. Delgado not only attracts attention because of her competitive attitude but also because in a twist of fate, her fiercest competitors are Cubans – her country of origin. “In terms of the women, this is the team which we

always have to fight and which we have been working with collaboratively,” explained Johnny Pardo, Head Coach for the USA team at the upcoming Panamerican Games. “Since 2007, the United States team has been competing against Cuba with the team in an effort to interact more closely with the athletic program from the island. These combined training sessions have empowered Delgado to confront the strong Cuban selection. Knowing the way Cuban Judokas move, train and visualize a fight, gives our competitors a clear advantage that can strip Cuba’s dominance.” Coach Prado added. The Pan American Games in Guadalajara are an important stage for the individual classifications of the 2012 Olympics in London. Since 2005, American judo has grown in popularity. Outstanding athletes are receiving support from the Olympic Committee, USA Judo and local private institutions which have come together to facilitate costly airfares, international competitions and trainings within and outside the country – all of which are of crucial to the success of USA Judokas. Jose Humberto Rodriguez quote: “ Angelica Delgado really depicts what a young person has to do in order to fulfill the dream of being called an Olympian. It is said within the Olympic Movement that once an Olympian you are always an Olympian. It is a title that requires tremendous sacrifice, dedication and discipline. I salute Angelica, but I also salute Angelica’s parents because I know the sacrifice that they go thru in order to help their daughter fulfill her dream of being a United States of America Olympian in this great sport of Judo. Lastly, and most importantly Angelica reflects the quite and soft way of a sport that requires a heart to fight and a brain to control it at any given moment.” Jose Humberto Rodriguez- CEO USA Judo

Angélica Delgado rumbo a Londres 2012 Olímpica Internacional, después de los Juegos de Beijín, por el que los atletas, de forma personal tienen que acumular una serie de puntos en competencias internacionales predeterminadas para clasificarse como competidores olímpicos. En el caso de las mujeres, los primeros 14 lugares son los clasificados para las olimpiadas, y en el de los hombres, los primeros 22 son quienes lo logran. Angélica Delgado, llama la atención no sólo por su calidad competitiva; su procedencia también llama la atención a la hora de actuar frente al equipo cubano, uno de los más fuertes y de vasta experiencia. “En el caso de las mujeres, es el equipo con quien siempre chocamos y con el que venimos trabajando en conjunto” nos dice Johnny Prado, Director de Entrenamiento del equipo de los Estados Unidos. Y es que desde el 2007, el equipo de los Estados Unidos sostiene encuentros competitivos con el equipo de Cuba en la isla, de manera que puedan interactuar más de cerca con los atletas de la isla. Por supuesto que este hecho se ha constituido en la mayor y más fuerte arma que Angélica, además de su calidad intrínseca, pueda esgrimir al enfrentarse a la fortísima selección cubana. El conocer la forma en que se mueven, entrenan y visualizan la psicología de un combate las cubanas, les da a nuestras competidoras una clara ventaja para deshojar el mito de fuerza de las caribeñas. Definitivamente, los Panamericanos de Guadalajara son un preámbulo para considerar las clasificaciones individuales a las Olimpiadas en Londres. Desde el 2005, se está tratando de masificar el Judo como deporte en los Estados Unidos. Los atletas más sobresalientes están recibiendo mucho apoyo del Comité Olímpico, la Federación de Judo y algunas instituciones privadas que se han sumado al esfuerzo que respecta a viajes, competencias internacionales y entrenamientos fuera y dentro del país, todos eventos muy costosos, pero de suma importancia para la preparación de los judocas norteamericanos.

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racias al esfuerzo de atletas, entrenadores, personal técnico y directivo, y muchos otros que harían una larga lista de enumerar, el Judo norteamericano está ganando terreno en los podios internacionales. Tanto es así que, ya se habla de un 80% de medallistas del total de atletas a participar en los Juegos Panamericanos 2011 en Guadalajara, regresen a casa con medallas, siendo un hecho más que loable, histórico y en gran parte gracias a la actuación de jóvenes judocas dentro del equipo que no sobrepasa los 22 años en promedio de edades. Una de las atletas que más está dando de qué hablar es la joven Angélica Delgado. De origen cubano, Angélica se inició en el Judo con sólo once años, y tres años más tarde gana su primera medalla de Plata en los Campeonatos Infantiles Panamericanos, en la división de 13-14 años. De ahí en adelante, todo ha sido una suma de medallas para la joven deportista, que ahora despunta como uno de nuestros mayores pilares de esperanza para aportar una de las primeras preseas doradas en mucho tiempo para los Estados Unidos. Y es que, para la estudiante de enfermería de la Universidad Internacional de la Florida (FIU), las medallas de oro no son sueño; son una realidad que ha venido palpando año tras año. Desde el 2006, Angélica se ha colgado al cuello varias medallas doradas en eventos tan importantes como los Campeonatos Juveniles Olímpicos de Judo de Estados Unidos; en el Campeonato de Midwestern, y en otras participaciones internacionales, como en la Copa Mundial de El Salvador y en Venezuela, en que ha obtenido Plata y Bronce consecutivamente. Angelica al igual que otros atletas como Kaila Harrison, Anthony Turner, Kael Báscula y Michael Eldred, siguen sumando puntos internacionales, que aseguran su presentación en las Olimpiadas de Londres. Este es un requerimiento planteado para el Judo por la Comisión

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ith Halloween right around the corner! Last Friday, October 14, Aquarius Beauty Salon & Spa celebrated Halloween with clients and staff. Aquarius offers a wide array of services: hair, nail (Shellac and traditional), cosmetology and almost as sweet as a bagful of candy, your Swedish massages will leave you feeling rejuvenated. Schedule your appointment now... If you want to come home with more than just a bag full of candy this Halloween, head to the “Aquarius Beauty Salon & Spa” for very special services... Spa deals are available October 24th – 31st, 2011. Reserve your spa TREATment now !! Please, you can make your appointment calling (305) 406-9911 or you may approach at 2475 NW 95 Ave., Suite 4 in Doral. Have a Safe & Happy Halloween!

In Flash | Fotos

Oh!Sushi en maratón a beneficio de la cura del cáncer Por Lorena Susso

El pasado Sábado 15 de Octubre, OH! SUSHI, dijo presente apoyando el maratón a beneficio de la cura del cáncer de seno “Race for the Cure”. Uno de los eventos más grandes del mundo a beneficio de la prevención y cura del cáncer de seno, la caminata de cinco kilómetros promovida por la organización sin fines de lucro de “Susan G. Komen for the Cure” fundada en 1982, tuvo lugar en Miami comenzando en el Bayfront Park desde las 8:30 de la mañana. Un grupo de Sushi lovers se unieron a OH! SUSHI, para decir presente en tan importante causa…; caminar junto a 23 mil personas que ese dia se dieron cita y hacer su aporte. Si deseas saber mas sobre esta organizacion puedes visitar: www.komenmiaftl.org

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Local 4th graders had breakfast with senator Garcia On Tuesday, October 11th, fourth graders at Doral Academy Elementary Charter School had breakfast with Senator Rene Garcia. A couple of weeks ago, fourth grade students participated in a scavenger hunt activity for a Social Studies class project. One of the challenges was to reach out to a political figure in our community. Four students: Monet Gurgo, Ana Laterrade, Cossette Martinez and Sabrina Martinez contacted Florida Senator Rene Garcia and scheduled a one-on-one meeting with him. After meeting the young students, Senator Garcia was so impressed that he contacted their school and scheduled a visit. “We are honored that he visited our school,” said Eleonora Cuesta, Principal. “His visit was an amazing learning experience for our students and created memories that will last a lifetime.” Doral Academy, a tuitionfree public charter school serving students from K to 5th grade, is located at 2450 NW 97 Avenue in the City of Doral.

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Naming of the Jose “Pepe” Cancio Bridge On Saturday, October 15th, Miami-Dade County and the City of Doral honored, Jose “Pepe” Cancio with the naming of the 97th Avenue bridge. At the designation Ceremony, Cancio was with his family and friends, and also distinguished personalities from the political and business life. The master of ceremony was Juan Mendieta, Communications Director of Miami Dade College. From 1988, Jose “Pepe”Cancio has served as founder and CEO of Central Concrete Supermix in Miami-Dade County, which eventually became the largest hispanic ready mix concrete company in Florida and one of the 100 largest concrete companies in the U.S. In 1996, Cancio was elected to the Community Council in Doral, where served until 2000, and also instrumental in the building of the NW 97th Ave. Bridge over State Road 836; Cancio was a candidate as Mayor for Miami Dade County.

Doral celebró el Primer Festival Ecuatoriano!!! El Consulado General del Ecuador en conjunto con el Comité Cívico Ecuatoriano de la Florida, la Cámara de Comercio Ecuatoriana Americana y Expoferia Mi Ecuador, realizaron este pasado 15 de Octubre, el Primer Festival Ecuatoriano en Miami 2011, en el JC Bermudez Park, en celebración del Día de la Hispanidad y la Independencia de Guayaquil. El Director de Doral Family Journal, Ettore Sabatella fue uno de los 20 padrinos con los que contó este primer festival, al igual que el

Vice Alcalde Mike Di Pietro, el concejal Pete Cabrera, el Cónsul General del Ecuador en Miami, Eduardo Rivadeneira, además de Francia Miller Zavala, Presidente de la Coalición de Inmigrantes Ecuatorianos, Luis Aguirre del Comité Cívico y Carlos Garaycoa de Expoferia, entre muchos más. Artistas invitados, música, comida, artesanías y muchas sorpresas acompañaron esta celebración.

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DORAL family journal • October 23, 2011

Women of Virtue is an award presented to ten outstanding women from South Florida every year by LATINBIZ. Among the 2011 honorees was our friend, Ms. Dominique Barba, Bettina Rodrigez Aguilera and Maricarmen Sega, who inspire us with their drive, courage and determination. “The Latinbiz Women of Virtue Award honors outstanding professional women in our community who through their virtue and their work bring about social and economic change, support of other women, serve as outstanding role models, and demonstrate outstanding performance within their professions to further advance women in their fields”, said Monica Puig, President of LATINBIZ. The event will take place on October 14th, 2011.

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