The Miami Laker January 4, 2019

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Miami Lakes Chamber hosts new Town Manager and retiring manager on Jan. 9 Newly appointed Miami Lakes Town Manager Edward Pidermann and retiring Town Manager Alex Rey will be the guest speakers at the monthly Miami Lakes Chamber of Commerce membership luncheon on Wednesday, January 9, at Shula’s Hotel on Main Street.

Pidermann’s contract was approved by the Town Council during a special meeting in December.

The legacy of Rey’s 16-year career in Miami Lakes is outlined in a feature story on Page 6.

At the Chamber luncheon, Rey will comment on the progress the town has made during his administration, and Pidermann will outline his plans for the town moving forward.

Networking starts at 11:30 a.m. with lunch following at noon. Reservations are requested by Friday, January 4. For reservations or more information, contact Marta Diaz at 305556-2212, or email mdiaz@ miamilakeschamber.com.

Main Street Players are presenting Superior Donuts through Jan. 20

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The Main Street Players presents Superior Donuts by Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning author Tracy Letts at the Main Street Playhouse, 6766 Main Street. The talented and hardworking cast and crew brought the show to life, opening last night to an enthusiastic audience.

Arthur Przybyszewski owns a decrepit donut shop in the uptown neighborhood of Chicago. Franco Wicks, a black teenager who is his only employee, wants to change the shop for the better.

This comedy-drama explores the challenges of embracing the past and the redemptive power of friendship. The show is directed by Danny Nieves and the production manager is Dennis Lyzniak. The cast includes: Arthur is portrayed by Mark Kroczynski, Franco is portrayed

by Roderick Randle, Max is portrayed by Bob Sharkey, Luther is portrayed by Danny Nieves, Lady is portrayed by Joanne Marsic, Officer Randy is

A look back at 2018’s top stories The year 2018 was a memorable and remarkable year for the Town of Miami Lakes, where the town hired a new town manager, three new council members joined the Town Council, a blasting committee was created to recommend changes to resolve residents’ damaged properties and a local high school baseball team won its seventh state title in baseball.

The Miami Laker staff reflects on last year as we list the events that helped shape the town and its residents, and recognized new businesses, students and local teams for their academic and athletic accomplishments.

Council members tap Ed Pidermann as Miami Lakes’ new town manager

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The Town Council unanimously picked resident Ed Pidermann, an assistant chief of management service for Broward County’s fire department, as the new town manager.

Council members picked Pidermann over front runner, Ana Garcia, a city manager for North Miami Beach, following residents’ pleas that a town resident should be given the job.

The town and Pidermann agreed to a four-year agreement which includes a $178,000 annual salary, which commences on Monday, February 4.

Three new faces join the Miami Lakes Town Council Local voters picked two novices, Jeffrey Rodriguez and Carlos O. Alvarez, to serve the Town Council during the

November 6 midterm elections.

Rodriguez and Alvarez defeated Xiomara Pazos and Esther Colon, respectively, both who previously ran for political office, while new Council member Josh Dieguez and incumbent Councilmember Marilyn Ruano both ran unopposed.

The council members took their oath of office during a ceremony at Miami Lakes Town Hall, and the new council members each promised to keep the city on track like their predecessors, term-limited Tim Daubert and Ceasar Mestre, and Frank Mingo who vacated his seat to run for state representative.

The new council members join Ruano, Mayor Manny Cid, new Vice Mayor Nelson Rodri(Please see Page 2)

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CAST of Superior Donuts (seated from left) Joanne Marsic, Roderick Randle, Mark Kroczynski and Laurie Tanner; (standing from left) Leo Jasper Davis, Danilo Rocha, David Gonzalez, Robert Sharkey and Daniel Nieves.

Photo Credit Dennis Lyzniak. portrayed by Laurie Tanner, Officer James is portrayed by Leo Jasper Davis, Kevin is portrayed by David Gonzalez, and Kiril is portrayed by Danilo Rocha.

Superior Donuts runs now through January 20, with shows on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays

at 2 p.m.

Tickets are $30 for adults and $25 for students, seniors and military personnel. Theatre League and Industry tickets are $20 with I.D. at the door.

Tickets may be purchased in advance at www.mainstreetplayers.com, or at the door an hour before show time.

See details on Page 10

I Town resident Jackson Bunn I Miami Lakes Branch Libr- I Our Lady of the Lakes girls I Miami Lakes Educationis named Teacher of the Year for ary announces events for adults basketball team posts perfect al Center hosts Art Week Spanish Lake Elementary......5 and children in January............8 season record..........................14 with variety of events........19

I News and Notes of interest I In Memoriam: Longtime I 17th annual Career Day I Community Calendar, 11, from the Town of Miami Lakes. Miami Lakes resident, teacher hosted for students at Bob School, sports and church news, See page................................7 and coach Jan Mannion.........10 Graham Education Center....16 14-20, Classified ads...20-23

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(Continued from Page 1) guez and Councilmember Luis Collazo, whose first biggest task was picking a new town manager to run the day-to-day operations.

Local resident named new top administrator for Bay Harbor Islands Three weeks before Miami Lakes hired a new town manager, a candidate for the position withdrew from the running after he was appointed the new manager of Bay Harbor Islands.

Bay Harbor’s town council voted last month to appoint JC Jimenez as the new manager to replace Ron Watson, who resigned to become the city manager in Aventura.

Jimenez, who was the assis-

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tant town manager for 13 years, began his new job on November 14. The Miami Lakes resident said he was overwhelmed by the town council’s support when it immediately voted to appoint him.

As for the town manager’s position in Miami Lakes, Jimenez said he’s exactly where he needed to be following the support from Bay Harbor Islands. “I know Bay Harbor is the place for me,” he said.

But Miami Lakes will always be his home, he said. “I plan on living in Miami Lakes. “I’m perfectly happy in Miami Lakes and my wife and I are staying to raise our son. I love Miami Lakes.”

Miami Lakes creates blast-

ing committee to push for changes in Tallahassee Discontent over a study which indicated the rock mining industry is blasting within Florida’s regulations though allegedly causing damages to homes, Miami Lakes has created a committee to push for changes.

Though the state’s Fire Marshall Office regulates blasting, the committee would work with the Miramar Blasting Advisory Committee and other anti-blasting groups to monitor the explosions and residents’ complaints and subsequently recommend changes to state lawmakers in hopes of preventing further damages to residents’ homes, driveways and swimming pools.

Residents in Northwest Miami-Dade said they spent thousands of dollars to repair their homes only for the blasting to cause more problems.

At a Town Council meeting, Councilmember Marilyn Ruano proposed the committee to get local residents active and recommend solutions since they disagreed with the blasting study.

The blasting has been an uphill battle for residents in Miami Lakes, Palm Springs North and Miramar for years since the explosions make materials to build roads and building for federal, state and local governments.

Inaugural Jingle Bell Jog 5k attracts 1,500 participants About 1,5000 runners took part in the first-ever Miami Lakes Jingle Bell Jog on December 1, which honored and showed appreciation for

military soldiers and veterans.

Miami Lakes Veterans Committee chairman Nayib Hassan proposed the idea after he ran in the Boston Marathon this year. The five-hour run and walk featured adults and kids ages 3-10, who participated in a distance ranging from 25 meters to 400 meters.

Kids took pictures with Santa Claus and wrote letters to soldiers aboard expressing their appreciation and gratitude for their services to this country.

Though Hassan has never served in the U.S. military, he said America can do more to honor soldiers and veterans for putting their lives on the line for their country.

The event raised more than $30,000, which will also benefit veterans who are suffering from PTSD and MPS Superkids, a foundation for children with Hunters disease. Split Second Timing agreed to host the event for the next three years.

Seven-Eleven arrives in Miami Lakes The long-awaited 7-Eleven store finally opened its doors on August 17 at the corner of Miami Lakes Drive and Fairway Drive. New customers were greeted by tents from the Florida Lottery and the radio station Hits 97.3. Free Slurpees as well as complimentary Monster Energy drinks or CocaCola products were also given to event-goers.

Mayor Manny Cid was also in attendance at the grand opening along with his two sons, who were also enjoying the Slurpees to beat the summer heat.

“It was the largest grand open-

ing that I’ve experienced, and actually I think it was the largest that we’ve had in Miami,” said district manager and field consultant for MiamiDade 7-Eleven stores, Edison Ingram. “We had one of the largest crowds, we had over 1,000 customers come in our store and make a purchase.”

Inaugural Mayor’s Casino Night raises money for a good cause The Casino Night charity gala, which took place in September at the Roberto Alonso Community Center at Royal Oaks Park, raised more than $18,044 for the town’s Special Needs Advisory Board to provide needed programs and assistance for kids and people with special needs The “exciting and elegant” evening was filled with music, food, and entertainment to benefit and support the Advisory Board’s mission to create a model town for inclusion of individuals with special needs and connect these individuals with existing programs, services, and events.

Pace baseball wins seventh state title Pace High School’s baseball team defeated Jacksonville Bolles, 10-4, to win the state championship, as the players and head coach Tom Duffin celebrated their victory in the middle of the field.

The Spartans were seeking revenge for their state title game loss to Bolles in 2016.

It’s the Spartans’ seventh state title and Duffin’s second championship as head coach with Pace.

The Spartans were loaded with a talented roster for the 2018 season.

Senior pitcher Yordani Carmona was named Pitcher of the Year for Class 6A-2A and The Miami Herald All-Dade First Team.

Pace junior infielder Luis Tuero, Robert Moya, senior outfielder Kenny Gonzalez, and senior outfielder Michael Montes also made the All-Dade.

The Spartans finished the regular season strong by winning 15 consecutive games.

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Mater Lakes Academy’s Council approves contract Isabella Gomez selected to for new manager Pidermann The Town of Miami Lakes attend leadership program approved a contract with its new

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ISABELLA GOMEZ

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Mater Lakes Academy senior Isabella Gomez was selected to attend the LOFT leadership program through the AGBell Association. The leadership program is designed for deaf and hard of hearing students.

Gomez is the first student in

2018

Miami-Dade County to be nominated and selected to attend the program. According to her teaches and peers, Gomez has taken an active role in the state chapter. She also has spoken to and now serves on their advocacy committee.

As a result of her experiences and her work, she was invited to give a two minute speech about her journey at the AGBell Gala in Washington D.C. last November. The annual event raises funds and awareness about hearing loss.

Gomez was diagnosed with hearing loss at age 6 and was fitted with hearing aids. During her 10th grade year it was discovered that Isabella’s hearing loss was progressive meaning it was getting worse.

She went from having a moderate hearing loss to being deaf.

She received her first cochlear implant in 2016 and then the second one in October from the University of Miami Cochlear Implant team.

Gomez is a high achieving student whose success can be attributed in large part to the help and support she has received at Mater Lakes.

town manager, Edward Pidermann, a four-year agreement which includes a $178,000 annual salary to run the day-today operations.

Pidermann starts his new job on Monday, February 4.

During a special meeting, Miami Lakes’ town council also approved a contract with outgoing Town Manager Alex Rey to assist with the transition stage as a consultant before Pidermann’s term officially commences.

According to Pidermann’s agreement, he will earn $18,000 less than Rey and has a severance package which is four weeks shorter than Rey’s deal.

Pidermann won’t earn any bonuses for his job performance.

Pidermann also agreed to waive $2,5000 towards his deferred compensation plan and drive around town at least two times per week with a $650 car allowance.

Pidermann will pursue his International City Managers Association or ICMA Certification, which was the chief requirement for the town manager selection committee when candidates submitted their job applications and resumes.

EDWARD PIDERMANN Furthermore, Pidermann’s contract includes not taking any money from the sick days he doesn’t use.

“The sick days will be accrued but he doesn’t get the cash,” said Town Attorney Raul Gastesi.

Mayor Manny Cid said Pidermann’s contract is good for Miami Lakes. “It’s a very good contract and I encourage everyone to support it,” he said.

Council members approved a modification agreement with Rey, who submitted his resignation letter to be effective at the end of March. According to Rey’s agreement, he modified his resignation date as town manager for January 31.

In exchange, Rey serves as a consultant until March 31, 2019.

Town resident Jackson Bunn is SLE Teacher of the Year for 2018 Jackson Bunn’s ability to inspire and to motivate are felt by all who work with him. He has a sense of fairness, compassion and support which he gives to all. He can be counted upon for any project, no matter the size or significance. Teaching with a passion, encouraging hope in all, respecting and listening to everyone, facilitating learning in the most amazing ways, opening doors to limitless possibilities for students, assisting anyone in all ways possible, and understanding that positive people produce positive results has resulted in Bunn being The Pied Piper of Spanish Lake Elementary (SLE).

Throughout Bunn’s teaching career of 15 years in Miami Dade County, his yearly formal goal in enhancing student learning is to prepare students to sight read music notation from treble clef on melody bells in grade two and on recorders for grades third through fifth. A minimum of 90 percent of his students accomplish this goal by reading simple melodies on the treble staff demonstrating proper instrument technique,

posture, and performing the rhythmic and melodic components of the assigned literature.

In the student section of his website, www.jacksonbunn. com, students visit to practice class assignments from home.

Naturally, they are fun, engaging and easy to understand.

Bunn actively and willingly participates in all phases of school life from the Reading Under the Stars, Winter Show, Spring Concert, Talent Show, to writing a new school song and to having students perform outside of school such as at Miami Heat games. He creates arrangements and performs for school ceremonies and local events and sets up sound and video power point for professional development workshops and school events.

Although Bunn hails from a family legacy of teachers, he is most inspired as an educator purely from teaching a child to learn and appreciate music.

He’s creating exciting lesson plans, show ideas, instrumental and choral arrangements, leading the school chorus. The bucket drumming group keeps

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Parks under maintenance to Jan. 14

Miami Lakes will be performing annual maintenance to the athletic fields at Miami Lakes Optimist Park and Royal Oaks Park from now through January 14. During this period, athletic field areas will be closed.

Residents and family members will have access to one area

of Optimist Park north of the basketball courts for play in addition to the perimeter berm area for exercises.

Pick up games and other nonorganized activities are encouraged to take advantage of the open play field areas at Royal Oaks Park and the fields at Barbara Goleman High School.

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For his success, credit is readily given by Bunn to his loving wife Ana, his family and friends, SLE principal Jacqueline Arias Gonzalez, his music department, Diane Garcia, Elizabeth Garcia and his entire SLE family. SLE feels blessed to have Bunn as a part of their family!

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By David L. Snelling The Miami Laker staff At the pinnacle of his career as a top executive administrator for Miami-Dade County, Alex Rey left his position to become the new town manager for Miami Lakes, which incorporated a year earlier, for less pay.

In 2002, he took over the dayto-day operations of the newlyminted town with a skeleton staff, where he saw his opportunity to turn a ‘Hidden Gem’ into one of the best known cities in Florida.

Rey, who spent 19 years at Miami-Dade, was part of the county’s transition team that helped Miami Lakes’ through its incorporation movement and knew the town was embarking on a special journey.

“When I started here in the community, I liked the vision they had for the community and I liked the people,” said Rey, who replaced Dennis White, who was fired in 2002. “It’s something I felt that I could do, guide and implement that

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vision. I enjoyed doing it and we succeeded in the end because you put your life and heart in to it.”

Rey is leaving behind a legacy full of accomplishments for Miami Lakes, as he’s retiring this month to take advantage of the government Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP), and taking some time off to spend with his family, capping a 36-year government career.

Rey worked with every single Town Council since incorporation, worked out of a storefront on Main Street and the Chase Bank building near N.W. 67 Avenue and Bull Run Road and eventually Miami Lakes’ government center, which was built in 2013.

He led his team into action in turning Miami Lakes into a fullfledged city, taking over the streets and recreational parks, and the special taxing districts for street lighting, pocket and picnic parks, security guard gates and lake maintenance

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After Hurricanes Wilma and Irma left South Florida in the paths of destruction, Miami Lakes arguably had the fastest clean-up and recovery efforts in the county, as Rey, his staff, council members and residents helped remove heavy debris and downed large trees blocking the roads. They also distributed ice and water to residents who were without power.

But Miami Lakes experienced perhaps it most darkest day in 2013, when federal agents led then-Mayor Michael Pizzi away in handcuffs after he was indicted on bribery and kickback charges but was later acquitted.

Rey held the town together and resumed achieving Miami Lakes’ goals and objectives, which led to multiple awards such as the Tree City USA, Playful City USA and GFOA, and secured millions of dollars

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The grants were spent on the master plans for transportation, more greenways, beautification, drainage, road maintenance and information technology.

Rey said all of the drainage from the original Miami Lakes community has been upgraded.

“We got a lot of money from grants,” he said. “They give you the money because they know you will deliver the projects.

They hate to give you $1 million and not do anything with it.”

Among Rey’s top priorities as town manager was creating a cooperative culture between elected policy makers and his administrative staff.

He said the rapport led to the town’s major accomplishments since incorporation that included converting a tot-lot into Royal Oaks Park and building a new community center, rebuilding a new clubhouse for the Optimist Club of Miami Lakes and renovated two community centers.

Rey said his staff has developed a partnership with residents and volunteers and community groups to provide recreational programs for more than 1,000 and over 100 special events created by the town’s various committees.

“When we first started, we only had the Veterans Day Parade,” Rey said. “Now we have over 100 events.”

Miami Lakes’ founding Mayor Wayne Slaton once called Rey a budget genesis because “that’s where he shines the best.”

He always kept Miami Lakes

in the black with surpluses that secured the town’s economic health, especially during the 2008 economic downturn and four major hurricanes that required millions and millions of dollars for clean-up and recovery efforts expenses.

But the most impressive statistic was developing the town’s transportation master plan and funded it with $25 million without borrowing a penny.

“It’s the result of working agreements with the county and the state,” he said. “We did it without borrowing any money.”

He said the town’s next big achievement is the new Seniors Village, which would have a “good” financial and economic development for Miami Lakes.

During his time in Miami Lakes, Alex Rey has created a managerial tree, where most of his employees have landed town manager-like positions for other entities.

Mayor Manny Cid said Rey poured in heart and soul to make Miami Lakes the town that it is. "Alex has worked hard to help take the Miami Lakes brand to new heights,” Cid said.

“On behalf of all 33,000 Miami Lakers, I thank Alex for his dedication to our community" Rey’s replacement, Edward Pidermann, has some big shoes to fill. Rey said he’s a “great” guy who he has known for many years and cares about the community.

“The big challenge he has is people are used to my style and he has his own management style,” Rey said. “Residents will have to adjust to his style.”

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News and Notes from the Town of Miami Lakes ‘The Spot’ Youth Center schedules January events

Miami Lakes Youth Center will be hosting several fun and exciting programs for middle and high school students at “The Spot” during January at 6075 Miami Lakes Drive.

Wednesdays, January 9, 16, 23 and 30 - Open Hang Night from 6 to 8 p.m. The Youth Center is equipped with a billiard table, table tennis, indoor basketball shootout game, Microsoft Xbox One Console, Nintendo Wii, and more. Bring friends and hang out for a night full of fun and games.

Saturday, January 12 – Community Service Project: Feeding South Florida Field Trip. Volunteers will meet at the Youth Center at 1 p.m. The Town Moover will transport volunteers to Feeding South Florida until 5 p.m. and a snack will be provided.

Wednesday, January 23 – Elementary Open Hang - Arts

and Crafts Night from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Parents are invited to bring their children, ages 5 to 10 years, to have a night of fun to play games and help create masterpieces on Arts and Crafts Night.

Saturday, January 26 - “Are Your Ready For College?” A workshop at 9:30 a.m. where the Youth Center and BRI-ABA Services LLC have partnered to provide this informative seminar where both parents and teens can learn if they are prepared to live on their own. The workshop will be helpful for teens in middle school through high school as well as teens and adults with special needs who may need help in acquiring essential independent living skills.

For more information about the Youth Center programs, visit www.miamilakes-fl.gov/the spot, or call 305-819-7768.

Tickets are still available for Miami Lakes Food and Wine Festival on March 2 Kick off the New Year right by purchasing Miami Lakes Food & Wine Festival tickets.

There are still a few tickets left for the March 2, 2019 event at Miami Lakes Optimist Park.

The classy event is sponsored

by Miami Lakes AutoMall, Palmetto General Hospital and The Graham Companies. All proceeds will benefit the Miami Lakes Town Foundation, ,a 501(c)(3).

Fine food, wine and specialty beer will be provided by local restaurants and establishments.

Guests will sample culinary delights and a selection of fine wines.

The restaurants participating include:

Anacapri Italian Restaurant, Shula’s Steak 2, Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza, Ben & Jerry’s, Boss Burger & Brew, Café 4 U, Cancun Grill, Dr. Limon, Chef Andrew Platt Catering, El Novillo Restaurant, Frosty’s Lab Nitrogen Frozen Yogurt & Ice Cream, Gaucho’s Gourmet Market, and Gerardo’s Marketplace.

Others include Kindred Kitchen, LA Sweetz, Mayor’s Cafe, NQC Craft Beer & Grub, Miller’s Ale House, Salsa Fiesta, Sushi Bombs, Trattoria Pampered Chef, Vicky Bakery and more restaurants to come.

For information on ticket purchases, visit www.MLFood WineFest.com.

Miami Lakes Elderly Affairs Committee will host the 5th annual Family Health and Fitness Fair on Saturday, February 9, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Mary Collins Community Center, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue.

Last year’s fair drew over 500 attendees to the completely sold out Health and Fitness event. More than 60 local businesses educated attendees on preventive healthcare, sound health practices and local access to these services.

Health and fitness related

agencies, organizations, businesses, and providers are encouraged to have an exhibit in the 2019 Fair to distribute literature, provide health screenings, and acquaint the public to their services.

Registration is required by visiting https://tomlhealthfair. eventbrite.com by Tuesday, January 29. Space is limited.

For more information, contact Committees and Special Events coordinator William Sanchez at sanchezw@miamilakes-fl.gov or by calling 305364-6100.

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Council recognizes Zonta Club

THE TOWN OF MIAMI LAKES presented the Zonta Club of Miami Lakes with a Proclamation at the December meeting for its campaign to end violence against women and outstanding work in the community to improve the lives of women. Pictured (center) Zonta members Joyce McIntosh and Marie Korenstein. Town officials (from left) Vice Mayor Nelson Rodriguez, Councilmembers Jeffrey Rodriguez, Josh Dieguez, Marilyn Ruano, Carlos O. Alvarez, and Luis E. Collazo, and Mayor Manny Cid.

Seniors events set during January Miami Lakes Elderly Affairs Committee (EAC) has scheduled several events for seniors during January.

Tuesday, January 8 – Mount Sinai Wellness Workshops, with a topic to be announced, will be presented at 11 a.m. at Town Hall, 6601 Main Street.

A light lunch will be served

courtesy of Mount Sinai Medical Center.

Saturday, January 12 – Tech Forum will be held from 10 a.m. to noon at the Mary Collins Community Center, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue.

Seniors will learn about the advantages of smartphones and how to navigate Apple and

Android products. Attendees will also learn how to use social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram and EventBrite.

For more information on EAC events, visit www.miamilakesfl.gov/eac, or call 305-3646100.

TOWN OF MIAMI LAKES NOTICE IS HEREWITH GIVEN that meetings of the Town Council of the Town of Miami Lakes, Florida, and its committees, have been scheduled for the following dates, times and locations.

Youth Activities Task Force Meeting Wednesday, January 9, 7:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Special Needs Advisory Board Meeting Wednesday, January 9, 6:30 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Economic Development Committee Meeting Tuesday, January 15, 5:30 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Town Council Regular Meeting Tuesday, January 15, 6:30 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla.

In accordance with the provisions of F.S. Section 286.0105, should any person seek to appeal any decision made by the Council with respect to any matter considered at these meetings, such person will need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made; which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, persons needing special accomodation to particpate in the proceeds should call Town Hall at (305) 364-6100, no later than (2) days prior to the proceeding for assistance.

Please be advised that two or more Councilmembers may be in attendance at the above events/meetings.

This Notice dated December 28, 2018 at Miami Lakes, Fla. Gina IInguanzo, Town Clerk

Groundbreaking ceremony for Bombardier service center held at Opa-Locka Executive Airport PAGE 8

JANUARY 4, 2019

Miami-Dade County Mayor Carlos Gimenez and County Commissioner Barbara Jordan took part in a groundbreaking ceremony making way for Bombardier at Miami-Opa Locka Executive Airport.

The new $90 million service center will serve as an important conduit in the development of a larger aerospace hub at the airport and create an “aviation center” for the region. When fully ramped up, the facility will employ a staff of almost 300 with an average salary of

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$70,000 per year, plus benefits.

“I commend Bombardier for partnering with pilot Barrington Irving to provide hands-on training and mentoring to the local community,” Jordan said.

“Both Barrington and Bombardier have the same goal in mind: Training students in the aviation industry, and preparing them for future careers. By providing the hands-on training and mentoring, this partnership will open the door to high-paying and secure job opportunities in the aviation industry.”

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Miami Lakes Branch Library announces events for January

Miami Lakes Branch Library announced the following programs that are available for the public during January: For Children and Families: Movies and Stories for Kids – Watch favorite movies with family and friends. Movies being shown this month are Walt Disney’s “Alice in Wonderland,” “Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory,” “Chitty Chitty Bang Bang,” “The Sword in the Stone,” and Walt Disney’s “Peter Pan.” Events made possible by the Town of Miami Lakes Education Advisory Board at 3 p.m. on Wednesdays, January 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30.

Talking is Teaching. Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers – Stories, songs and activities for toddlers. Best for ages 18 months to 3 years old at 11 a.m. on Thursdays, January 3. 1-. 17, 24 and 31.

Paws to Read – This reading program aims to improve the literacy skills of children through the assistance of therapy dogs who serve as literacy mentors.

Bring a book of your own choosing or choose one from the library’s collection at 11 a.m. on Saturday, January 12.

Engineering on Wheels: Flight Simulator – FIY Aerospace Engineering Club presents their competition-winning Micro Class RD Controlled airplane. Learn about drag, lift, thrust and weight by piloting with the flight simulator.

Space is limited so contact the branch to register. Best for ages 8-12 years at 10 a.m. on Saturday, January 19.

STEM Saturdays – Enjoy hands-on lessons with FIU undergraduates and medical students. Every month is a different experiment. A NeighborhoodHELP Educational Pipeline Program Space is limited so contact branch to register. Best for ages 5-15 years at 10 a.m. on Saturday, January 5.

Science in the City – Enjoy hands-on lessons infused with experiments to spark interest in STEM. Each new lesson builds upon the previous. Space is limited so contact branch to register. Best for ages 8-12 years at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, January 26.

For Teens: Teen Club – Play videogames, watch anime, draw, participate in STEAM activities and more. Contact the branch for details. Events scheduled at 5 p.m. on Tuesdays, January 22 and 29.

Teen Club presents Uncle Drew– A young black man recruits a crew of septuagenarians for the Rucker Classic street ball tournament in Harlem. This anti-ageist basketball comedy features performances from six real-life NBA legends in geriatric makeovers. Rated PG-13.

Best for ages 12 and up. Made possible by the Town of Miami Lakes Education Advisory Board at 2 p.m. on Tuesday,

January 8.

For Adults: Purls of Wisdom – Learn basic knitting and stitching.

Materials will be provided. Best for ages 18 and up at 2 p.m. on Tuesdays, January 8, 15, 22 and 29.

Strum the Lute: Tai Chi for Beginners – Practice this ancient tradition and learn gentle movements to increase strength, flexibility and balance.

Class is led by library staff. Best for ages 18 and up at 11 a.m. on Wednesdays, January 2, 8, 16, 23 and 30.

Meditation – Join in mediation derived from Raja Yoga, a discipline that helps develop inner calm, clear thinking and personal well-being. Meets at 11 a.m. on Fridays, January 4, 11, 19 and 25.

Book Discussion Group – This month’s selection is “The Prisoner in the Castle” by Susan Elia Macneal at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, January 15.

Mario Diaz-Balart Outreach Table - A member of Congressman Mario Diaz-Balart’s staff will be available to discuss federal issues and address any concerns a constituent may have with a federal agency, at 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday, January 23.

Miami Lakes Branch Library is located at 6699 Windmill Gate Road and is open Monday and Tuesday from noon to 8 p.m., and Wednesday through Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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In Memoriam:

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Longtime resident Jan Mannion

JAN MANNION

Jan Mannion, a longtime Miami Lakes resident, teacher and football coach at Hialeah Miami Lakes (HML) passed away on December 18 following an illness. He was 74 years old. Mannion is survived by his wife Diane, son Christopher and grandson Troy.

Mannion retired from Miami Dade County Public Schools after a 33-year teaching and coaching career. He began his teaching career at Central Senior High and transferred to HML the first year it opened in

1971. He taught U.S. History and became a defensive coordinator for the football team. He was proud to be part of the coaching staff that won the Florida State high school football championship in 1975.

He was instrumental in securing college scholarships for many of his football players and had the pleasure of coaching his son. Many accolades have been posted on social media by his former students and players.

One student said, “He was an awesome mentor. He always encouraged me to keep playing football and pursue my education.” Another said, “He was a force to be reckoned with.”

One of his former principals, Russ Wheatley, said, “A wonderful man and coach. I will always remember the good times.”

A fellow teacher said, “Jan was such a good guy who liked students! Funny and smart. Glad to have known him.” The Trojan Nation mourns his loss.

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Movies at the Park returns on January 11 with showing of Small Foot! at 7:30 p.m.

Miami Lakes Youth Activities Task Force is inviting residents, families and friends to enjoy the animated hit Small Foot! during the first of the Movies at the Park series for 2019 at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, January 11, sponsored by Family Dentistry and Orthodontics of Miami Lakes at Miami Lakes Picnic Park West, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue.

A yeti named Migo is convinced that a human known only as “SmallFoot” is real and must prove to his tribe that it

does exist with the help of Meechee and the SmallFoot Evidentiary Society.

The movie features an all-star cast including Channing Tatum, James Corden, Zendaya, Common, LeBron James, Danny Devito and Gina Rodriguez.

Don’t forget to bring blankets and lawn chairs for a familyfriendly evening of movie watching under the stars. Pizza and popcorn will be available for purchase.

M.L. Bridge Club new officers

NEWLY-ELECTED OFFICERS of the Miami Lakes Bridge Club were sworn in on December 17 at the Mary Collins Community Center. Pictured (from left) director Jane Lopez, president Dave Oliver, past president John Williams, treasurer Diane Ricke, vice president Pat Blomberg and vice president Jean Weaver. Founding member Mary Barbieri started the club in the late 1970s. The club meets every Monday at 11:45 a.m. at the Mary Collins Center, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue. Anyone interested in playing is asked to call Oliver at 305-822-9680.

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M-Dade School Board honors former Fla. Senator Rene Garcia

The Miami-Dade County School Board recently honored former Florida Senator Rene Garcia with a proclamation during its regular meeting for his leadership in sponsoring legislation to help improve public schools and students’ quality of education.

Garcia was term-limited this year and he previously served as a state representative.

During his time in Tallahassee, Garcia, a Republican, sponsored education bills including finding funding for tutoring for students at public and private schools, and helping cashstrapped school districts, cities, and counties in obtaining greater funding during economic times.

“The School Board is recognizing Florida State Senator SCHOOL BOARD chair Perla Tabares Hantman presents Rene Garcia for being a tireless Proclamation to former Senator Rene Garcia. advocate for children in our community and for the state of Florida,” said School Board chairwoman Perla Tabares Hantman.

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The Town of Miami Lakes, homeowners associations, professional and volunteer groups have scheduled meetings during January:

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Youth Activities Task Force Meeting Jan. 9 7:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center Special Needs Advisory Board Meeting Jan. 9 6:30 pm M.L. Govt. Center Economic Devel. Com. Jan. 15 5:30 pm M.L. Govt. Center Town Council Regular Meeting Jan. 15 6:30 pm M.L. Govt. Center Homeowners Organizations Loch Lomond Jan. 2 6:30 pm MLOP Lake Cynthia Jan. 9 7:30 pm MCCC Loch Lomond East Jan. 9 7:00 pm MLOP Windmill Gate Jan. 10 7:00 pm MLOP Royal Palm Estates Jan. 10 7:00 pm MCCC Loch Ness Jan. 14 7:30 pm MCCC Silvercrest North Jan. 15 7:00 pm MCCC Lake Carol Jan. 16 7:30 pm MCCC Serenity Point Jan. 16 7:00 pm MCCC Royal Oaks Jan. 16 7:30 pm MCCC Gramercy Park Jan. 17 7:00 pm MCCC Regatta Pointe Jan. 17 7:00 pm MCCC Loch Andrews Jan. 21 7:00 pm MLOP Loch Isle Jan. 21 7:00 pm MLOP Lake Martha Jan. 22 6:30 pm MCCC Loch Lomond West Jan. 22 7:30 pm MCCC Villa Vizcaya Jan. 23 7:30 pm MCCC Lake Sandra Jan. 24 7:00 pm MCCC Anchorage Jan. 24 7:30 pm MCCC Lake Elizabeth Jan. 28 7:00 pm MCCC Fountain Park Jan. 28 7:30 pm MCCC Miami Lakes Clubs, Professional & Volunteer Groups M.L. Cham. Comm.

Jan. 9 Shula’s Hotel M.L. Garden Club Jan. 28 7:00 pm MCCC M.L. Bridge Club Mondays 11:30 am MCCC MLCA Bridge Club Thursdays 11:00 am MCCC M.L. Quilting Club Tuesdays 11:15 am MCCC M.L. Kiwanis 2nd/4th Thurs 6:30 pm Pamper.Chef M.L. Toastmasters 1st/3rd Tues.

ML Educ. Center M.L. Lions Club 1st/3rd Tues, 7:00 pm Bev. Hills.

MCCC: Mary Collins Community Center, 15151 N.W. 82 Ave. RACC: Robert Alonso Community Center, 16500 N.W. 87 Ave. MLOP is Miami Lakes Optimist Park, 6411 N.W. 162 Street MLYC is Miami Lakes Youth Center, 6075 Miami Lakes Drive E. MLPW is Miami Lakes Picnic Park West, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue

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Community Bike Ride on January 19

Miami Lakes Neighborhood Improvement Commit-tee will host the first Community Bike Ride of the New Year on Saturday, January 19.

Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. for the 5.5-mile familyfriendly loop with the ride start-

ing at 9 a.m. from Miami Lakes Youth Center, 6075 Miami Lakes Drive East.

Pre-registration is recommended by visiting http://bit.ly.January2019Registr ation. For more information, visit www.miamilakesfl.gov/nic.

Classes and Recreation Calendar

The Town of Miami Lakes has scheduled the following classes and recreation activities during January:

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(All classes are free unless noted by [$])

Archery Juniors [$] Ages 11-17 Mondays 4:30 pm MLOP Ballet 1 Ages 5-7 Mondays 4:30 pm MCCC Ballet 2 Ages 7-9 Mondays 5:30 pm MCCC Ballet 3 Ages 9-11 Wednesdays 4:30 pm MCCC Ballet 4 Ages 11-16 Wednesdays 5:30 pm MCCC Bricks4Kidz [$] Ages 5-12 Thursdays 6:15 pm MLYC Just Run Ages 5-14 Tues./Thurs.

4:30 pm MLPW Canta y Baila Conmigo Ages 0-5 Tuesdays 10:30 & 11:30 am MLYC Code Explorers [$] PK Coding Ages 4-5 Saturdays 10:00 am MCCC Code Explorers [$] Computer Science Tuesdays Ages 6-9 6:00 pm / Ages 10-13 7:00 pm MLYC Code Explorers [$] Engineering Wednesdays Ages 6-9 6:00 pm / Ages 10-13 7:00 pm MLYC Violin [$] Ages 7-12 Wednesdays 6:00 pm MLOP Guitar [$] Ages 7-12 Tuesdays 6:00 pm MLOP

Jazz 1 Ages 5-7 Tuesdays 4:30 pm MCCC Jazz 2 Ages 7-9 Tuesdays 5:30 pm MCCC Jazz 3 Ages 9-11 Thursdays 4:30 pm MCCC Jazz 4 Ages 11-16 Thursdays 5:30 pm MCCC Martial Arts Tots Ages 6-8 Mon./Wed. 4:30 pm MCCC Martial Arts Beginners Ages 7-9 Mon.Wed. 5:30 pm MCCC Martial Arts Intermediate Ages 8-10 Tues./Thurs.

4:30 pm MCCC Martial Arts Advanced Ages 11-16 Tues./Thurs.

5:30 pm MCCC Open Hang Nights (Themed Nights) Ages 11-17 Select Wed./Fri. 6:00 pm MLYC YMCA After School Care [$[ Ages 6-8th Grade 2:00 to 6:00 pm MLOP YMCA After School Care [$] Ages K-5th Grade 2:00 to 6:00 pm RACC

(Adult Programs) Zumba [$] 18+ Mon./Wed. Zumba [$] 18+ Tues./Thurs.

Open Play Dominoes Mon. to Fri. 18+ Painting 1 18+ Fridays Painting 2 18+ Fridays Painting 3 18+ Wednesdays Spanish Advanced Conversational 18+ Mon./Wed. Spanish Intermediate 18+ Tues./Thurs.

Yoga 1 18+ Mon./Wed. Yoga 2 [$] 18+ Tues./Thurs.

Yoga in the Park 18+ Saturdays

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(55+ Senior Programs) Computers (English) T/Th (Ages 55+) 9 & 11:15 am MCCC Computers (Spanish) M/W (Ages 55+) 9 & 11:00 am MCCC Knitting/Crocheting T/Th (Ages 55+) 1:00 pm MCCC Sewing T/Th (Ages 55+) 1:30 pm MCCC Tai Chi Mon.-Th. (Ages 55+) 9:00 am MCCC MCCC: Mary Collins Community Center, 15151 N.W. 82 Ave. RACC: Robert Alonso Community Center, 16500 N.W. 87 Ave. MLOP is Miami Lakes Optimist Park, 6411 N.W. 162 Street MLYC is Miami Lakes Youth Center, 6075 Miami Lakes Drive E. MLPW is Miami Lakes Picnic Park West, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue Shula’s GC is Shula’s Golf Club, 7601 Miami Lakes Drive

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ON DECEMBER 15, Our Lady of the Lakes Girls’ Varsity Basketball Team completed a perfect season going 110. Team work, determination and hard work were key reasons for this team’s success. The team won the All Catholic Conference Championship 2-A-Girls Division. Pictured (from left) Coach Daniel Benitez, Alyssa Guanche, Sayaniz Zaldivar, Alyssa Perez, Daphney Lagroue, Jasmine Benitez, Jennifer Benitez, Jaden Castro, Andrea Luna and Cristina Roque.

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Mater Lakes Academy’s wrestling team wins first place in John Lyzott Invitational at MacArthur High School

MATER LAKES ACADEM8YʼS wrestling team took home first place to capture the John Lyzott Invitational at MacArthur High School. Danny Martinez, Nick Luna, Omar Armengol, David Alvarez, and Ethan Vergara all won individual titles, while Nestor Nunez claimed 2nd place, Nick Munoz finished 4th, and Jorge Rodriguez and Rafael Alvarez finished 5th.

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FIU quarterback James Morgan named Conference USA Newcomer of the Year

After his record-breaking year at quarterback, Florida International University’s James Morgan was named the 2018 Conference USA Newcomer of the Year, the league office announced last month.

“This is a great honor,” Morgan said about the award.

“I’m very happy and humbled about it, but this award is really a credit to the entire offense and the whole team. I wouldn’t have had the success I’ve had on the field if I didn’t have guys out there making plays and making blocks.”

Morgan becomes the first Panther to earn a C-USA individual award, with the honor being the first for any FIU football player since T.Y. Hilton was named Sun Belt Player of the Year in 2010. The quarterback is also the first FIU football player in the history of the program to win a Newcomer of the Year award.

Additionally, Morgan is just the third player in program history to earn an end-of-year conference award, joining T.Y. Hilton (2010 and 2008) and Keyonvis Bouie (2006).

Morgan, who transferred to FIU after graduating from Bowling Green last spring, has lit up the C-USA with his passing prowess. The redshirt junior shattered FIU’s single-season passing touchdown mark, after tossing 26 scores for the year.

Morgan also threw for 2,764 yards in 2018, which ranks second-most for a single-season at FIU. Morgan was very appreciative of the talent he has surrounding him at FIU. “It’s awesome to be able to play with those guys,” Morgan said.

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MDC volleyball’s Kiko Benoit is AVCA coach of year finalist Miami Dade College women’s volleyball coach Origenes "Kiko" Benoit has been selected by Region Eight as the 2018 AVCA Two-Year Colleges Region Coaches of the Year. Each of the honorees will represent their region on the 2018 AVCA Two-Year Colleges National Coach of the Year ballot.

The awards will be officially presented at the 2018 Jostens Coaches Honors Luncheon in

Minneapolis at American Volleyball Coaches Association Convention this month. Benoit won the same honor on five occasions, 2005, 2009, 2014, 2017 and 2018.

In his 13th season as the head coach of the Sharks, Benoit lead his team to back-to-back NJCAA National Championships in 2016 and 2017. The team fell short of winning a third consecutive title this season.

FIU volleyball standout Margherita Bianchin named to All-South Region Team

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FIU honors women’s golf team KIKO BENOIT

FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY president Mark Rosenberg honored the women’s golf team after the group finished in the top ten percent of women's golf programs across the nation with a perfect APR score. “Our academic progress report has been perfect for the last several years,” FIU coach Joe Vogel said. “There has been great work by our student athletes and tremendous support from the Student Athletic Academic Center, especially our guidance from Cristiana Estevez.” APR, or Academic Progress Rate, holds institutions accountable for the academic progress of their student-athletes through a team-based metric that accounts for the eligibility and retention of each student-athlete for each academic term.

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Florida International University volleyball standout Margherita Bianchin has been named to the American Volleyball Coaches Association All-South Region team, the organization announced last week.

Bianchin, a senior outside hitter, was named Second Team All-Conference USA and a CUSA All-Tournament selection this season while helping the Panthers to a 19-12 overall record and a 9-5 slate in C-USA play.

FIU advanced to its first-ever C-USA Tournament championship match. Bianchin led the team in kills with 410, with her 3.5 kills-per-set while also ranking sixth in C-USA in pointsper-set (4.01), 11th in aces (0.29) and 19th in hitting percentage (.270).

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Nine students from Hialeah Miami Lakes Senior High School (HML) participated in the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Miami School to Work program.

The program sends HML students once a month to Perry Ellis International's (PEI) headquarters in Doral to be paired with a mentor.

The mentors, or “bigs” teach their “littles” about the different aspects of working in a professional business environment. PEI employees volunteer from different departments such as marketing, design, IT, operations and distribution.

The program runs through the end of the school year when the students are given awards for their participation. The program also incorporates different experiences for students like team building, financial literacy and public speaking.

“Perry Ellis and Big Brothers Big Sisters do an outstanding job of providing these young men and women with a chance to experience a large international business and its day-today operations,” said David Ruiz, HML's Big Brothers Big Sisters sponsor.

All of this year's participants are seniors, however next year only juniors will be allowed to apply and will be paired with a “big" for the following two years.

17th annual Career Day hosted for students at Bob Graham Education Center

OVER 50 PARENTS AND COMMUNITY MEMBERS gathered to share information with students at the 17th Annual Bob Graham Educational Center (BGEC) Career Day. Coordinated by counselors Joel Castellanos and Sara Najara, this year’s Career Day was the most successful to date. The day opened with welcoming remarks by principal Yecenia Martinez. A breakfast buffet was prepared by cafeteria staff led by cafeteria manager Mayra Franco. Following the welcoming remarks and breakfast, the presenters spread out around the campus and presented information on careers ranging from Animal Training to Public Service. The entire BGEC family thanked all those who contributed to a successful career day! It was heartwarming to see them carve time out of their busy schedules to share information on their careers with students.

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Valdez has had a successful high school experience at HML. She will graduate in June with dual enrollment credits from Florida International University which she earned on campus.

Additionally, she will enter her freshman year with 13 advanced placement courses under her belt.

Academics has not been her only focus. Valdez has played on the HML soccer and tennis teams during her high school career. She has also participated in Mu Alpha Theta, Science National Honor Society, DECA and Model United Nations. This year, she started her own club in conjunction with the Digital Media Magnet program. This group Girls Who Code, encourages young women to explore careers in STEM areas.

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Miami Lakes K-8 Center (MLK) students have been busy singing, dancing, acting and playing instruments in celebration of the December holidays.

On December 10, PreK, K and 1st grade students along with the schools Elementary Chorus performed “A Holiday Cele-

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Spanish Lake Elementary names Gabriella Helsper as Rookie Teacher of the Year

Following the chorus were Spanish Lake Elementary the adorable primary students (SLE) is proud to have Magna singing songs such as “Mi Cum Laude graduate from Burrito Sabanero,” “O KwanFlorida International University, zaa,” “Hanukah, Hanukkah” Gabriella Helsper as SLE’s and other holiday songs in both Rookie Teacher of the Year and English and Spanish directed by a finalist in the North Region. the classroom teachers.

She is married to Michael On December 17, MLK Helsper who is also a Miami dancers, musicians, cheerleadDade County teacher who shares ers, Salsa Squad, French, his unconditional advice, love Zumba, and drama classes perand support. She thanks her parformed A Holly Jolly Holiday ents and her elementary school Spectacular at Barbara principal from Blessed Trinity Goleman.

Catholic School, principal Perez The premise of the show was for encouraging her along the while at a holiday dinner party, way and for giving her, her first the guests (drama class) were teaching opportunity. telling of their favorite holiday Helsper is SLE’s cheerleader, traditions. as she is always inspiring, The performance began with laughing and creating such a the orchestra playing “Silent GABRIELLA HELSPER is positive learning environment Night” and “Deck the Halls,” SLE’s top Rookie Teacher. for her first graders. and drama decorating for a party. French class sang “Joyeux Noel” followed by Salsa dancing to “Feliz Navidad.”

The dance team performed an amazing upbeat rendition of “The Nutcracker” followed by a holiday parade with band and cheerleaders. Last, the Zumba team worked off their feast to “La Fiesta del Pilito.”

The show ended with a grand finale “Feliz Navidad” sang by all performers.

Both holiday shows were an amazing display of the diverse activities and extremely talented actors, dancers, musicians and teachers at MLK.

Bob Graham Edu. Center’s breakfast with Santa Claus

BOB GRAHAM EDUCATION CENTER received a special visit from Mr. and Mrs. Claus during their 6th annual breakfast on December 18. The students received milk and cookies as well as candy canes from Mr. and Mrs. Claus. They took pictures and were able to listen to the enchanting voices from the Bobcat Singers. Special thanks to the PTSA, student council and their music director Alejandro Fuenmayor for their participation in this event!

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Miami Lakes Educational Center celebrates Art Week with variety

By Luis Mila Special to The Miami Laker Miami is a world of color – vibrant sunsets and evergreen palm trees, tropical landscapes that ornament our multicultural, multiethnic and bold neighborhoods full of bold personalities.

Every December, color dances around as Miami Art Week and Art Basel comes to town.

During December, Miami becomes the epicenter of the realm of art, hosting over 20 international art fairs and more than 1,200 galleries – featuring thousands of passionate artists.

Miami Lakes Educational Center (MLEC) joins the fray as it hosts an annual MLEC Art Week.

“It’s not Art Basel, but it’s here, it’s free and there’s a greater sense of community [because] your friends are here,” said Kristen Gonzalez, a senior in the Communication Academy who worked to plan and execute this year’s events.

There was a week of events geared towards inspiring Jaguars’ creativity. From chalk drawings on the basketball court, to mimes, to even finger painting, the week tried to remind students how much they loved to draw before they began feeling self-conscious.

At MLEC, there’s been an intense focus on STEM and career training. While these skills are of course important, alongside planning for the future, art and music provides

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Miami Lakes Area Houses of Worship Elevate Church

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M.L. Congregational Church

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Sunrise Presbyterian Church

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MIAMI LAKES EDUCATIONAL CENTER students are pictured chalk doodling on the basketball courts during MLEC’s Art Week. students not only an educational and favorite cartoon characters experience, but a creative outlet. as chalk dust danced in the air Fortunately, MLEC’s Art between their laughter and phoWeek allows students, teachers tographs. and faculty members to forget The courtyard remains covabout all their work for 45 min- ered in beautiful designs, mesutes during lunch and have sages, and memories – a brainsome creative fun. Art Week child from every participant. kicked off with chalk doodling “It’s crucial to show people as Jaguars flooded the basket- that art isn’t just about drawing ball courtyard and sat on the or painting, it’s about the emofloor. With giggles and smiles tion and effort you put towards all around, teenagers channeled it too,” said student Helen their childhood energy, sketch- Suarez, another Communicaing flowers, their own shadows tions Academy student.

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Meeting at Miami Lakes Middle School Auditorium 6425 Miami Lakeway North Telephone: 305-822-6999 Worship Service....................10:30 AM

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575 West 68 Street Telephone: 305-821-3622 Sunday service (English)...9:00 AM Sunday service (Spanish)10:30 AM Bible School......................11:00 AM

Voice for Jesus Church 4824 N.W. 167 Street

Telephone: 305-625-3787 Sunday service.................10:00 AM Youth Thursday..................7:00 PM Friday Prayer Service........7:00 PM

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Hialeah Church of Christ

Shula’s Hotel (Davis Cup Room) 6842 Main Street, Miami Lakes Telephone: 305-558-1060 Sunday Bible Study.............9:30 AM Sunday Worship Service.10:30 AM Sunday Evening Service...6:00 PM Wednesday Bible Study.....7:30 PM

Fulfilled Life Church

Country Club Middle School 18305 N.W. 75 Place Telephone: 786-378-2356 Sunday Service (Eng.).....10:30 AM

Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic Church

15801 N.W. 67 Avenue Telephone: 305-558-2302 Saturday Vigil Mass............5:00 PM Sunday services in English ...........9:30, 11:00 AM and 5:30 PM Sunday services in Spanish: ...........8:00 AM, 12:45 and 7:00 PM Daily services......7:00 and 8:30 AM Confessions: Saturdays.....3:30 PM

Mother of Our Redeemer Catholic Church

8445 N.W. 186 Street Telephone: 305-829-6141 Daily services (Spanish).....8:30 AM Saturday (English)..............5:30 PM Saturday (Spanish)............7:00 PM Sundays (English).....8 & 10:30 AM Sundays (Spanish) ................9 AM, 12:30 and 7:00 PM

North Palm Baptist Church

7801 N.W. 178 Street Telephone: 305-558-2032 Sunday Bible Study............9:15 AM Sunday Worship...............10:30 AM Wednesday sevice.............7:00 PM

M.L. United Methodist Church

14800 N.W. 67 Avenue Telephone: 305-821-7274 Worship service.................10:00 AM Contemporary service.......11:30 AM (Child care and youth Sunday School during both services)

New Testament Baptist Church

6601 N.W. 167 Street Telephone: 305-558-4930 Sunday English service.......11:15 AM Sunday Spanish service.....10:30 AM Sunday School.....................10:00 AM Sunday School (Spanish)...11:30 AM Wednesday Children’s Ministry......................6:45 PM Wednesday Bible study........7:00 PM Wednesday Youth Group.....7:00 PM

Christ the Saviour Orthodox Cathedral

16601 N.W. 77 Court Telephone: 305-822-0437 www.OrthodoxMiami.org Saturday Vespers...............6:00 PM Sunday Liturgy..................10:00 AM

Palm Springs United Methodist Church

5700 W. 12 Avenue Telephone: 305-821-3232 Worship service................10:45 AM

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Miami Lakes lost some prominent residents who made great contributions to the community through business, education, sports, entrepreneurship and activism.

Jim Kiely, a professional golfer who learned how to play in the Junior Golf Program at the former Miami Lakes Country Club, died on August 17.

After the Junior Golf Program, he later played through college and then became a pro golfer. Locally, Kiely set a course record with a round of 62 which he scored while playing with his close friend William “B” Graham at Shula’s Golf Club.

Innovative businessman, philanthropist, aviator, collector, history enthusiast and patron of education and ideas Jay I. Kislak died on October 3.

He was 96.

Kislak spent his life exploring unusual places, ideas and ventures, forging relationships and assembling extraordinary treasures, which he generously shared.

Kislak created the country’s largest privately held mortgage banks, originating and servicing loans nation wide for more than 40 years from its headquarters in Miami Lakes.

Hialeah Miami Lakes High School social science teacher Danial Michael Francia died at his home on November 8 due to complications from diabetes.

He was 57.

Francia began his teaching career in 1984 in Texas where he worked in private schools until he moved to Miami and worked for the Miami-Dade public schools system in 1989.

Longtime Miami Lakes resident Guido H. Inguanzo, Sr. died at his home on December 6. He was 86. He was born in Vinales, Pinar Del Rio, Cuba and was a pioneer and leader in the telecommunications field in his homeland.

In 1962, Inguanzo moved to the U.S., where he became a naturalized US. citizen in 1977.

Inguanzo worked for TRT Telecommunications from the mid-1960s until the late 1980s.

He then had a second career as a public servant working for the City of Hialeah, where he was a civilian employee of the police and fire departments. He retired from Hialeah in 2000.

Inguanzo was married to his wife, Pilar, for over 53 years. He had two sons, Guido Inguanzo Jr., the village clerk for Pinecrest, and Ramiro Inguanzo, an assistant village manager for Bay Harbour Village. A daughter-in-law, Gina Inguanzo, is Town Clerk in Miami Lakes.

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Great 4 bedroom/2 bathroom home in Palm Springs North featuring spacious floor plan with beautiful entry opening onto large family room, perfect for entertaining. New hurricane shutters. Large master bathroom. New roof 2016, and central A/C (2015). Tile floors throughout. Large backyard. Nearby to major roads, highways, schools, parks and shopping centers. $425,000. A10574476.

15824 N.W. 81 Ct., Miami Lakes

Incredible opportunity to own in prestigious Silvercrest community. Home features 6 bedrooms, 5.5 bathrooms, and 2 master bedrooms, one downstairs and one upstairs.

Large spacious kitchen, new porcelain floors upstairs. Home sits on oversized lot of 11,481 sf. Plenty of room for a pool. Located close to shopping centers, restaurants, top rated schools. Possible owner financing. $699,900. A10578372.

18797 NW 78 Place, Hialeah

Home is a great property with limitless potential. One of West Espanade’s most popular floor plans. A little TLC will make this home a dream. 3 bedrooms + loft. Great area schools, close to everything. Home has beautiful tranquil view of the lake. Lots of space for boat or RV parking. Great home for entertaining. $400,000. A10550186.

Location, Location, Location! Great Miami Lakes Eagle Nest gem. Corner home has 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. Nicely remodeled with lots of room to grow. Home offers a maid/guest/in-law suite, 3 nice sized bedrooms, spacious master bedroom. Plenty of storage and closet space. Accordion shutters over all windoes. Spacious kitchen overlooking family room. Backyard is private.

Property is close to all Miami Lakes has to offer. Walking distance to stores and restaurants. Minutes from major highways. $550,000. A10579897.

15790 N.W. 91 Avenue, M. Lakes

New construction, corner unit, ready to move in. One full bath on ground floor. No neighbors in back yard. Prestigious and relaxing Satori community in heart of Miami Lakes. 67 acre lake. Easy access to I-75 and 826 Xway.

Walking distance to class A schools. Start living a new lifestyle. $485,000. A10391120.

6710 N. Augusta Drive - CCM

Beautiful spacious custom built 1-story home located on over a 1/4 acre corner lot on the east golf course. Master suite w/separate tub/spa & shower. 4th full bathroom for guests.

Huge modern kitchen w/granite counter, family entertainment room, sunken living room.

Enclosed outside patio. Built-iins and wet bars stay.New roof 2015. 24/7 roving security, 3 security cameras. Washer/dryer do not stay. $549,000. A10562640.

2730 W. 60 Place, Hialeah

2 bedroom, 2 bathroom condo/co-op villa townhouse with 765 square feet of living area. $374,500. A10374884.

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7413 Loch Ness Dr., Miami Lakes

Amazing opportunity to own an immaculate home in highly desired Loch Ness. This home boasts large floorplan featuring 5 large bedrooms, 4 full baths, beautiful out-door area with a large pool, separate den overlooking pool area, much more. Plenty of natural light. Hurricane impact windows and doors, newer roof and A/C system. Located in the heart of Miami Lakes! $540,000. A10556488.

7480 Miami Lakes Dr., M. Lakes

Priced to sell, reduced $8,000. Great corner unit on top floor overlooking lagoon. Located near shopping centers, restaurants, movie theatres, A+ schools. Complex has common laundry facilities, elevators, child play area, tennis court, nice pool, ample pool deck for sunning, exercise room. Being sold “As-Is.” $205,900. A10558106.

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