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Jack McCall’s baseball legacy continues to live on Vol. 45, No. 12
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MIAMI LAKES, FLORIDA
JUNE 21, 2019
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The spirt of Miami Lakes Optimist Club longtime coach and member Jack McCall lives on. His 10U Athletics team, also known as the Green Machine, won the championship under McCall’s son, Chris, who coached his father’s team before his death with Jack McCall by his side. And like a Hollywood movie’s perfect ending, McCall’s grandson, Chris McCall Jr., struck out the final Angels’ batter to seal the championship for his team. Jack McCall adopted the moniker The Green Machine years ago as the Little League version of the 1970s Cincinnati Reds’ Big Red Machine, and because of his Irish heritage. “This was like a Hollywood movie, it was meant to be,” said
Alex Castroman, a longtime club member and close friend to the McCall family. The A’s and Angels met in a single championship game which saw many lead changes. With two outs in the bottom of the 7th inning and runners on base, the Angels were seeking to make a move. But Chris McCall Jr., was called on to keep his team on top and delivered a strike out to end the game and claim the championship. “We all know Jack McCall was on that field tonight,” Castroman said. “We can all here him with his famous chant, ‘Here comes the Green, Hey.’” McCall passed away in March at the age of 83. He was a member of the Optimist Club for more than 42 THE GREEN MACHINE, Optimist Club’s 10U baseball team celebrates winning division championship under Jack McCall’s son Chris, now the coach. years.
Former North Carolina State and Hialeah Miami Lakes basketball star Chris Corchiani, community activist David Oliver, community pioneer George Deming, and community activist Javier Zapata were enshrined into the Miami Lakes Sports Hall of Fame for the Class of 2019. They were inducted to the town’s highest honor for sports and community activism during a recent ceremony at the Miami Lakes Optimist Club club house. The committee believed that each of these four individuals epitomizes the basic criteria for selection, that they have made significant contribution to their sports and that they have substantial connections to the Town of Miami Lakes. The committee included chair Roman Garcia, vice chair Helen Roldan, secretary Marcos Gutierrez and committee members Jim Hamilton and Karyna Cid. The Miami Lakes Sports Hall of Fame Inductees include:
• Chris Corchiani was a star basketball player at Hialeah Miami Lakes High School earning the title Florida “Mr. Basketball”, an award given to the best basketball player in the state in 1986 and 1987 which included a State Championship. From there he received a scholarship to North Carolina State University where he was a four-year starter and he became the first player in NCAA history to record 1,000 career assists. He led the Wolfpack to the NCAA tournament in three of his four years at the school and was the first college player to record 20 assists in a game. He would have a successful professional career of 14 years including three stops in the NBA – Orlando, Boston and Washington – followed by stops internationally playing for teams in Italy, Turkey, Spain and Germany. • David Oliver has been a community activist in Miami Lakes for over 20 years. Prior to PICTURED at Hall of Fame induction ceremony are (from left) Councilmember Josh Dieguez, his time here, he was a four-year Mayor Manny Cid, inductees Chris Corchiani, George Deming, David Oliver and Javier Zapata and Councilmember Luis Collazo. (Please see Page 2)
Miami Lakes Sports Hall of Fame inducts four
A Look Inside:
I BLAAC Boutique celebrates I News and Notes of interest I Graham charity golf tourna- I BGEC closes year with fifth year anniverary at its Main from the Town of Miami Lakes. ment benefits Habitat for Hu- goodbyes to two veteran Street location....................2 See pages.........................6 & 7 manity of Greater Miami........14 long-term teachers..............16
I Tommy “T” Peña Founda- I Dr. Michael White opens I Three FIU baseball stars I Community Calendar, 11, tion launched to help mentor new chiropractic practice in honored by selection to all School, sports and church news, youth in sports.....................3 Miami Lakes............................9 Conference USA teams........15 14-20, Classified ads...21-23
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(Continued from Page 1) letter winner in baseball for Versalles High School in Ohio and played football which team had a perfect record. His athletic prowess included basketball, track & field, and wrestling. He is a member of numerous committees in the town including Elderly Affairs and Loch Isle Homeowners association. He is also the founder and coordinator of the Miami Lakes Senior softball program, co-founder of the Miami Lakes Senior basketball program and coordinator of the Miami Lakes Senior games. He has also been the president of the Miami Lakes Duplicate Bridge Club for over 30 years. • George Deming is one of the visionaries that can be credited with founding the Miami Lakes Optimist in the 1960s. As the program evolved, he continued to play a key role as he was involved in the implementation of building the first clubhouse which was a great feat and would become the second home to so many kids in the town. In the early 1970s, he was the Youth Work director and responsible to coordinate all coaches and he was instrumental in establishing the baseball, basketball and soccer programs and spearheaded the creation of the Opti-Mrs., a group of women who organized the cheerleading programs. His contributions continued in help-
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ing to organize the Special Olympics, for youths with special needs. • Javier Zapata was born and raised in the town and attended Miami Lakes Ele-mentary, Miami Lakes Middle and Barbara Goleman High School earning valedictorian honors. He participated in multiple youth sports programs as a child. After high school, he attended Brown University and while away found out the programs that he loved in his town were diminishing, in part because they rely on volunteers to administer them. That is when he applied for and was awarded the Royce Fellowship for Sports and Society through Brown and he partnered with Miami Lakes Optimist to create the Flag Football program, that to this day is one of if not the largest Flag Football program in the state with over 400 participants. He served as commissioner for the first several years. Upon graduating from Brown, he was accepted into Yale Law School. During this time, he thought the program would succeed, but this was not the case. He returned to South Florida where he serves as an assistant County Attorney for Miami Dade and returned to the program again. He worked to grow the program back and it is now at new heights.
BLAAC Boutique celebrates its fifth year anniversary on Main St. By Megan Medina The Miami Laker staff BLACC Boutique (BLACC) owner Stephanie Farah always wanted to own a boutique because she loves making people happy and clothes makes people feel happy. On May 29 she celebrated the five year anniversary of BLACC on Main Street in Town Center. The anniversary was filled with a sale and a celebration including her most loyal VIP customers. Farah is very proud of her accomplishments thus far. “Owning a boutique is a lot of hard work, it’s not as easy as it seems to others,” she says. Throughout these five years Farah has learned so much and truly grown throughout this experience. She started BLACC by herself and has truly been there throughout all their phases. BLACC still prides itself in being the only local boutique to offer plus sizes. This has been the key to BLACC’s success. It is hard to find almost any stores that offer stylish clothing that comes in plus sizes, at BLACC you don’t have to sacrifice style when it comes to plus size. BLACC’s motto is “size doesn’t matter, style does.” Farah believes this statement is still true and that she has truly stuck by that. She values her
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BLAAC BOUTIQUE marks five years at its Main Street location in Town Center. “divas” very much and always puts maximum effort into finding the perfect outfits for them. The store offers more than just outfits, one can find the latest accessories and trends such as jewelry and handbags. Farah loves Miami Lakes
because it is home to her. BLACC is located at 6774 Main Street. They are open Tuesday Saturday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. For more information visit www.shopblaccboutique.com, call (786) 420-5667 or on Instagram @thenewblacc.
Jack McCall’s enshrinement into the inaugural Hall of Fame and a golf tournament in his memory will highlight the Optimist Club of Miami Lakes’ 50th anniversary celebration which includes a dinner to honor past presidents and volunteers of the organization. The golf tournament kicks off the event at 8 a.m., July 27, at Shula’s Golf Club, 7601 Miami Lakes Drive, where the proceeds will benefit Nicklaus Children’s Hospital. The golf tournament will be held annually in honor of McCall, who devoted his life to coaching kids and helped improve their academic skills in the classroom for 45 years. Later that night McCall will be inducted posthumously in the organization’s inaugural Hall of Fame at Don Shula’s Hotel in
Miami Lakes where friends and family will share stories of his life and time spent at the organization where he created the Green Machine team for his Athletics T-Ball club. McCall, who died last month at the age of 83, joined the Optimist Club in 1973. In addition, the Golden anniversary event will recognize past club presidents and members, current members, Roland Gomez Scholarship award winners and sponsors that financially supported the club over the years. The cost for dinner is $35 with the exception for the organization’s past presidents. For more information, call Jim Hamilton at 305-216-9615 or email jimhamiltonfsu@ gmail, or Sandy Meneses at 305-333-6899.
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On June 8, Miami Dade Parks and Miami-Dade County District 13 Commissioner Esteban L. Bovo Jr. joined the family and friends of Tommy “T” Peña at Norman and Jean Reach Park located at 7895 N.W. 176 Street, to celebrate his life and legacy and kick off the “Tommy T Foundation,” a local not-for-profit organization aimed at mentoring and engaging youth, ages 5-17 in arts and sports experiences. “Norman and Jean Reach Park was Tommy’s home away from home. He left quite a remarkable impression on the park and his community,” said Bovo. “I am so pleased to see our beloved Tommy remembered in this way.” “This is indeed a young man who grew up in the park and lived a park life to the fullest,” said Miami-Dade Parks director Maria I. Nardi. “Thanks to the Tommy T Foundation, more children and teens, who may not have it within their means, will be able to have those same great park experiences.”
The inscription on Peña’s memorial plaque reads: “A life well-lived is not measured by the number of years that we live, but instead by the lives that we positively influence while we are here. Peña was born and raised in Palm Springs North and although he passed away at 24 years of age, Peña paved the way to follow by not just how he lived his life, but how he influenced others to experience their own. He inspired those that knew him by his actions for the greater good, actions toward digging deeper and striving higher, living kinder and loving harder. Peña was not big in stature but no one had more heart than he. How many lives will you positively influence? In Loving Memory of Tommy T. Peña 1992-2017.”
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MIAMI-DADE COUNTY District 13 Commissioner Esteban L. Bovo Jr. at gathering to celebrate life and legacy of Tommy “T” Peña and kick off the not-for-profit Tommy T Foundation. Seated in the first row (from left) Miami-Dade Parks Director Maria I Nardi, and the Peña family surrounded by relatives and friends.
Town hosts an evening of art and culture on Thursday, June 27
Join the Town of Miami Lakes for an evening of art and culture at a showcase of the works by students in the Town’s adult painting class. The event will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, June 27, at Town Hall, 6601 Main Street. The paintingd will be available for viewing through the summer months from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday to Friday at Town Hall. The Town offers 75 different recreation programs for all ages and skill levels. For more information, visit www.miamilakes-fl.gov/recprograms, or contact Leisure Services manager Kristina Labossiere at labossierek@miamilakes-fl.gov, or 305-698-9308.
Shula’s hosts a Bridal/Quince Expo
Don Shula’s Hotel and Zeta Event Productions are hosting a Bridal and Quince Expo on July 21 from noon - 5 p.m. in the Grand Ballroom at the hotel located at 6842 Main Street. The event will include designer bridal and quince dresses, food and drinks, cake tasting and much more. Tickets are $5 per couple or quinceanera family. Tickets may be purchased through eventbrite at https://bit.ly/2POxiSk.
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‘B’ Graham Memorial Golf tourney benefits South Fla. Council of Boy Scouts PAGE 4
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On April 22, The Graham Companies hosted the 45th annual William “B� Graham Memorial Golf Tournament to benefit the South Florida Council, Boy Scouts of America, at Shula’s Golf Club. Winners of the coveted stained-glass cow trophies were represented by the team from Calusa Crossing Animal Hospital. Miami Lakes AutoMall returned as the Hole-in-One sponsor for the event. Gold Eagle sponsors in-
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cluded The Graham Companies, Publix Super Markets and Shula’s Hotel and Golf Club. Silver Eagle sponsors were BankUnited and Marilyn K. Gaylord Trust - Kenneth G. Lancaster PA. With 22 teams participating this year’s tournament raised more than $22,000 for the benefit of the South Florida Council which serves over 53,000 youth and their families in Broward, Miami-Dade and Monroe counties.
GFWC Women’s Club of Hialeah holds celebration brunch in June On June 1, the GFWC Woman's Club of Hialeah held a celebration brunch to honor their past presidents, former and lifetime members, community bunco buddies and current and prospective members. It was an afternoon of laughter and sharing as past presidents as far back as 19961998 shared their experiences and accomplishments with those in attendance. This organization has been a vital part of the City of Hialeah and Miami Lakes, PSN and Northwest Dade since 1922, when it was founded by Lua Curtis with the thought to establish libraries in the community. The Club is open to all women (and men) who are interested in serving their community on a local, national or international basis across the areas of Education, Arts, Conservation, Home Life, Public Affairs and International Outreach. Meetings are held once a month from August/September through May with additional special events for family and the community. For information and to be added to their mailing list, contact president, Barbara Hassall at 305-469-4499.
THE CALUSA CROSSING ANIMAL HOSPITAL team was the winner of the 45th William “B� Graham Memorial Golf Tournament.
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PAST AND PRESENT MEMBERS of the GFWC Women’s Club of Hialeah pictured (from left) Mary Ann Engel, past president; Barbara Hassall current president; Gerry Smith, past president; Virginia Kevorkian, past president and Alice Faircloth, past president.
HML Natl. Honor Society raises funds at Relay for Life On April 5, the Hialeah Miami Lakes (HML) Chapter of the National Honor Society (NHS) participated in the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life event at Walter C. Young Middle School in Pembroke Pines. This is the 10th year that the group has participated. HML’s NHS members raised funds during the entire 2018-2019 school year to reach a total of $6,800 donated exceeding their $6,000 goal. The relay team was led by
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BGEC’s CEA students in Project Citizen competition The seventh grade students of the Civic Engagement Academy at Bob Graham Education Center (BGEC) participated in the Project Citizen State competition on May 28 at Florida Southern College in Lakeland, Florida. The students' project called for the opening of primary elections to registered independent voters who are currently closed out from this critical process in their republic. The theme of
their project is “No Taxation Without Participation.” BGEC won first place for oral presentation and portfolio. The entire class researched the topic and worked very hard in putting the project together. Eight students represented the class at the competition. The school is very proud of the students as well as their teachers, John Brady and Mercy Mendez.
PICTURED after the Project Citizen competition are (from left) Annette Boyd Pitts (director of competition), Michael Rocco, Yohama Villamil, Alexa Desolo, Monica Coira, Emily Solomon, Chloe Alvarodiaz, Kaylen Estelles, Rickey Rodriguez and teacher Mercy Mendez.
Shula’s Steak 2 server saves life
GABRIELA BLANCA JORGE a veteran server at Shula’s Steak 2 restaurant on Main Street, rushed into action on June 13 to help save a life. During lunch, one of the guests dashed into the service station apparently choking and in distress. Jorge was the first to see her in a frantic state, eyes bulging and turning blue. She recognized what was happening and immediately went behind her to apply the Heimlich maneuver. The first two attempts were unsuccessful but on the third thrust, the food was dislodged and evacuated. The guest recovered and stayed a little longer to thank Jorge for her quick thinking and lifesaving training.
M. Lakes United Methodist hosts Social Media forum to protect kids on July 13 THE MIAMI LAKER
Miami Lakes United Methodist Church (MLUMC) located at 14800 Ludlam Road, will host “Social Media and Our Kids: Prevent, Prepare, Protect and Pursue” starting at 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 13. In a press release, the church said “Our kids and community now extend further than before. This allows us to connect with each other better and faster, but that also means we can hurt each other more and faster than ever before.” Approximately 15 percent of U.S. high school students report that they’ve been bullied online in the past year, according to the CDC. A Pew Research Center survey found that the number could be even higher at 59 percent according to Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez, CNN. MLUMC is on a mission to change lives and build community. So the church invited Armando Sotero Jr. who was born and raised in the Hialeah/Miami Lakes area and served over 26 years in law enforcement, to share with parents and teens the tools they can use to navigate online bullying,
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predators and comparison/ depression. Due to his extensive work in community relations, including both juvenile and family programs, he has agreed to speak on this timely topic that is of interest to the community. Understanding the connected world of kids and teens can be challenging for parents because adults don’t communicate online in the same way and are not necessarily using the same social media. Even more challenging is the reality that there’s always something new coming around the corner. The purpose of this workshop is to help the community better understand how the kids are using social networking and to provide attendees with tips and tools that can used to help minimize negative experiences and maximize the positive opportunities that social media has to offer. The forum is free. Registration is required. Visit www.hopemlumc.com/socialmedia-our-kids/ to register. Or call 305-821-7274 for more information.
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Property Appraiser Pedro J. Garcia hosts workshop at Town Hall on July 15 Miami Lakes Elderly Affairs and Veterans committees are hosting a workshop with Miami-Dade County Property Appraiser Pedro J. Garcia at 11 a.m. on Monday, July 15, to discuss topics including Homestead Exemption and additional benefits available for qualified properties for Miami Lakes residents. Having worked in the Florida real estate industry since 1970, Garcia, a veteran of the U.S. Army and member of American Legion Post 0346, was the first elected Property Appraiser in Miami-Dade County in over five decades when he was elected in 2008. Currently, Garcia’s top priority lies within pursuing and investigating Homestead Exemption fraud. Committed to ensuring
PEDRO J. GARCIA fairness and equitable assessments for all property owners, Garcia hopes to share this with Miami Lakes residents. The workshop will be held at Town Hall, 6601 Main Street, in Miami Lakes.
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Council awards funds raised at Lakes inaugural Jingle Bell Jog
A CHECK PRESENTATION was made to MPS Super Hero’s and Fisher House each receiving $8,116.12 which was raised during the Town’s recent holiday Jingle Bell Jog event. Pictured at the Town Council presentation are (from left) Councilmembers Luis Collazo and Marilyn Ruano, Vice Mayor Nelson Rodriguez, Councilmembers Carlos O. Alvarez, Jeffrey Rodriguez and Josh Dieguez, Mayor Manny Cid, and members of the MPS Superhero Foundation and representatives of the Miami VA.
Miami Lakes Middle School honored for Baynanza Clean-up
MIAMI LAKES TOWN COUNCIL recognized Miami Lakes Middle School students for winning the county-wide competition for the Baynanza Beach Clean-Up. Art teacher Eveles Villa Church donated an original art work that will be memoralized at Town Hall. Pictured (from left) Vice Mayor Nelson Rodriguez, Councilmembers Marilyn Ruano, Jeffrey Rodriguez, Luis Collazo and Carlos O. Alvarez, Mayor Manny Cid, Church, Ce’mone Jose, Kevin Flores and Councilmember Jose Dieguez along with several art students.
Elderly Affairs hosts Hurricane Prep Event on June 22 Miami Lakes Elderly Afairs Committee will present a Hurricane Prepardness event from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, June 22, at the Mary Collins Community Center, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue. There will be numerous resources and special presentations on how famlies can better prepare for the hurricane season which started June 1. Representatives from Commissioner Esteban Bovo Jr.’s office, American Medican
Response, Miami-Dade Police Department and Miami-Dade Fire Rescue Departments will be on hand for the event.
For more information, contact Special Events coordinator William Sanchez at sanchezw@ mamilakes-fl.gov.
Miami Lakes Neighborhood Improvement Committee (NIC) is hosting its inaugural Home Decor and Improvement Expo from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, June 22, at the Mary Collins Community Center, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue.
Home improvement and interior decor related businesses and organizations were invited to exhibit, disribute literature and provide information to the Miami Lakes community about their services.
Home decor Expo set for June 22
News and Notes from the Town of Miami Lakes THE MIAMI LAKER
Miami Lakes 16th annual July 4th concert starts at 6:30 p.m. at Picnic Park West followed by fireworks Miami Lakes and its Cultural Affairs Committee will host the 16th annual Fourth of July Concert and Fireworks Show beginning at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 4, at Miami Lakes Picnic Park West, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue. Sponsored by The Graham Companies and Florida National University, the event will feature live performances by Abraham Ruiz, Glenda Anders and Birdman’s Clambake, Food Truck Round Ups will provide such vendors as Kona Ice, Miami Pizza, All Stars, Cjilling Out, El Punto Puruano, Miami Roasted Corn, Fort Lauderdogs, Mi Pana Burger and El Maguey On The Road. The night will end with a
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Town hosts two contests for photos and home beautification projects In conjunction with the “I Heart Miami Lakes” campaign, the Town of Miami Lakes is holding two contests to promote civic pride. Round 4 in the “Capture a Miami Lakes Moment” photo contest is one of the featured contests. Residents are encouraged to show their love for Miami Lakes by taking photos of their favorite place of thing to do in the Town. The winning photographers will be recognized by the Town Council in September and top entry photos will be displayed on the Town’s website.
spectacular fireworks presentation over Graham Dairy Lake. The event is free and open to all ages. Attendees should bring blankets, chairs and appetites for a happy Independence Day celebration. Note: Alcohol, fireworks and pets are not permitted in Picnic Park West. Parking at Picnic Park West and the surrounding area is limited. The Town will be providing free Freebee shuttle services starting at 5:30 p.m. from Town Hall, 6601 Main Street, running continuously every 20 minutes, and from Royal Oaks Park, 16500 N.W. 87 Avenue, running continuously every 10 minutes. Freebee services will Miami Lakes Youth Center resume after the fireworks show will be hosting several fun and exciting programs for middle and high school students from 6 to 8 p.m. during June at “The Spot,” 6075 Miami Lakes Drive East. Open Hang Night is scheduled for Friday, June 21.
Submit photos at http://2019CaptureMLMoment. The contest’s official rules include: • Photo must be taken within Town boundaries. • Photos of landscape, buildings, parks and scenery are recommended. • Photos must be in JPEG format, 300 DPI )dots per inch) and no smaller than 800 pixels wide by 600 pixels high. The Neighborhood Improvement Committee is inviting residents to participate in the 2019 Home Beautification Contest which recognizes resi-
dents who take special pride in improving their homes and landscaping. The winner will be awarded with a $1,000 Home Depot gift card and a commemorative yard sign. To enter personal property or a neighbor, visit http://bit.ly/ 2019BeautificationContest to complete the application. Deadline for both submissions is midnight on Friday, August 9. For more information, contact Clarisell De Cardenas at decardenasc@ miamilakes-fl.gov, or 305-5127133.
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 for a night of fun and games. Escape Room Field Trip is scheduled from 11:30 a.m. to 2
p.m. on Saturday, June 22. Tickets are $15, visit toml.eventbrite.com. For more information, contact Programs coordinator Manny Martinez at thespot@ miamilakes-fl.gov or 305-8197768.
June events for teens at The Spot T 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.
BIRDMANʼS CLAMBAKE (above) will be the featured musical group along with Abraham Ruiz and Glenda Anders at the annual July 4th concert.
Lunch Bunch and Bingo plus baseball on tap for seniors during June events Miami Lakes Elderly Affairs Committee has scheduled a variety of events for senior residents during June. Lunch Bunch and Bingo Wednesday, June 26, from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Mary Collins Community Center, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue. Seniors can socialize and make new friends while having fun and enjoying free nutritious lunches. Reservations opened on June 19 for the June 26 event. Visit toml.eventbrite.com.
Senior Field Trip to Miami Marlins baseball game vs. the Washington Nationals Thursday, June 27, sponsored by The Graham Companies. For town residents only that are 55 years and above. Transportation provided to and from Marlins Ballpark. Bus will leave at 6 p.m. from Miami Lakes Optimist Clubhouse, 6411 N.W. 162 Street. Reservations open at 8:30 a.m. on Thursday, June 20 at toml.eventbrite.com.
Veteran Affairs Committee Meeting Thursday, June 20, 6:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Public Safety Committee Meeting Tuesday, June 25, 6:30 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Miami Lakes 2019 Tranportation Summit Wednesday, June 26, 2:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Special Taxing District: Section 1 Wednesday, June 26, 7:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla.
In accordance with the provisions of F.S. Section 286.0105, should any person seek to appeal any decision made by the Council with respect to any matter considered at these meetings, such person will need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made; which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, persons needing special 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 June 14, 2019 at Miami Lakes, Fla. Gina IInguanzo, Town Clerk
Miami Lakes reaches settlement on somber home PAGE 8
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By David L. Snelling The Miami Laker staff The nightmare for Miami Lakes residents who endured a spate of disturbances from people living at a home operating as a dormitory for recovery drug addicts is over. Miami Lakes and the homeowners, Rode Blanco and Jenny Del Pino, who leased the home to Florida Health and Life Recovery Center at 8821 N.W. 153 Terrace, reached a settlement agreement that includes terminating the lease with the agency. The lease expires in December 2020, said assistant town attorney Lorenzo Cobiella in a report at the June 4 regular council meeting. The somber home was used for a dormitory for recovering drug addicts who were treated at another location. But the neighbors claimed they allegedly caused disturbances and the police were called to the location to investigate. Reportedly, no arrests were made but the police had to break up several verbal and physical altercations. Last year, residents turned to council members for help but town officials hands were tied then since drug addition is considered a disability, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. In addition, drug treatment centers can be placed anywhere under the Fair Housing Act. Mayor Manny Cid reached out to U.S. Senator Marco Rubio who’s sponsoring a bill
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to repeal a federal law which allows drug treatment centers in residential neighborhoods under the ADA and Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration or SAMHSA. But in the meantime, Miami Lakes strengthened the town’s code enforcement standards and the occupational licenses procedures as the first step to curtail the problem. According to Town Attorney Raul Gastesi, U.S. Bank initiated foreclosure proceedings less than two years ago on the home, but the property owners, the bank and Miami Lakes reached an agreement which allows them to return once again to the real property and use it as their homestead. Blanco and Del Pino can stave off foreclosure by making the mortgage payments among the conditions under the agreement. If not, U.S. Bank would take over the property permanently and Blanco and Del Pino can file for bankruptcy which would kill the deal, Gastesi said. Also, the deal includes Miami Lakes’ agreement to suspend their accruing code violations subject to their compliance with the terms of the agreement. “The proposed settlement agreement will protect the health and welfare of the town and bring the real property into full compliance with the town’s code,” Gastesi said.
In other Council actions: • Council members gave their final approval for an ordinance to amend the town’s current budget to carry forward the fund balance in the special revenue fund based on fiscal year 2017-2018, recognize grants awarded to the town and donations received from specific town events, and amend select budget line items to provide funding for projects in the capital projects fund. Some of the carry forward fund balance adjustments include general fund balance of $4.2 million for Hurricane Irma expenses for clean up and recovery efforts; $506,000 for litigation and settlement reserve; and $769,000 for onetime capital improvement expenditures ($316,670 for Miami Lakes Optimist Park master plan and $150,000 for Optimist storage facility). • Council members gave their initial approval for an ordinance which prohibits overnight street parking for commercial vehicles within the town’s rights-of-way adjacent to residential neighborhoods, parks and government buildings, indicating they create hazardous conditions by blocking visibility for other motorists and encroach onto travel lanes and sidewalks. The ordinance bans parking in any right-of-way abutting either a residential district or a government facility that contains a park, public playground, library, fire station and police
station. • Council members approved a resolution to reestablish the town’s Blasting Advisory Board to resume making recommendations to resolve the damages blasting is allegedly causing to residents’ homes. But the new group will consist of about 7 members instead of 14 and given a budget for their meetings. • Council members approved a resolution to amend conditions to an indoor shooting range in an industrial district of Miami Lakes. Andy’s Shooting Range is currently housed inside an industrial building at 14000 N.W. 82 Avenue. The resolution would modify the final as-built layout of the facility, the allowable noise levels, the use of the range by the public and regarding the hours of operation. • Lawmakers approved Vice Mayor Nelson Rodriguez’s recommendation for town staff to evaluate the possibility for funding for Miami Lakes Optimist Park improvements, the N.W. 154 Street Bridge Park, the K-9 Cove dog park, lighting at Barbara Goleman High’s athletic fields and a new sporting field at Bob Graham
Education Center. He said residents want the bridge park to prevent an I-75 interchange at Miami Lakes Drive which would generate more traffic through the town. Rodriguez said he’s seeking a system of options where “everyone” will be happy, especially with the methods used to fund the projects. “It’s giving the town options and letting us know the costs for hard infrastructure that has to be done right away,” Rodriguez said. • Lawmakers approved Councilmember Marilyn Ruano’s proposal to terminate the contract with the town’s police school resource officers protecting Miami Lakes’ schools since Miami-Dade County is providing its own resource officers. • Lawmakers approved Councilmember Luis Collazo’s proposal to review the town’s lobbyists duties since Miami Lakes was unaware about the county’s plans to change aviation regulations for Opa-locka Airport which would impede on further development for the town, and proposals to open-up the bridges at N.W. 154 Street and N.W. 170 Street.
Zonta Club installs new officers and board members
THE ZONTA CLUB OF MIAMI LAKES held its annual May installation dinner and general meeting at Shula’s Hotel on Main Street. In addition to new officer and director installations, the May 23 event featured the welcoming of two new members Maria Mederos and Sherry Jones plus keynote speaker Miami Lakes Councilmember Marilyn Ruano. Pictured during the event (from left) vice president Dionne Stephens, directors Gunnila Crawford, Joyce McIntosh and Marie Korenstein, president Sally Whitton, director Maria Martinez, secretary Cathie Inman, treasurer Peggy Hicks and outgoing president Maria Crawley.
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‘Furrever Friend for Lucas’ GoFundMe needs funds to get service dog for Lucas Lucas de Santis is a five year old boy with autism. His parents Dulce and Angelo de Santis started a campaign in April to raise money to get their son a service dog. Their goal is $25,000 and they’ve currently raised a little over $6,000. Lucas would benefit from a service dog in numerous ways such as, calming effects, safety and mainly being a companion to him. Lucas tends to have many different behaviors and can get aggressive, having a service dog would help him tremendously. Raising funds has been a
struggle, since they need to raise the money by mid-February 2020 in order to receive the service dog by March of next year. They’ve already picked out the service dog they want, Tripp a poodle. The company they are getting Tripp from is Creating New Tails, which is based in South Florida. Both Ducle and Angelo are trying every way possible to raise the necessary funds to get their son the help he needs. The go fund me link is: www. gofundme.com/furrever-friendfor-lucas.
Dr. Michael White opens new chiropractic practice in M. Lakes THE MIAMI LAKER
By Megan Medina The Miami Laker staff Dr. Michael White has been a chiropractic physician for 15 years but never owned his own practice, until May 11. Having his own practice was always a goal of Dr. White’s and when the right opportunity came he took it. His Chiropractic and Rehabilitation facility is located at 14645 N.W. 77 Avenue in Miami Lakes. White didn’t always know he wanted to become a chiropractor until he was involved in a serious head-on collision. Due to this accident, he went and saw a chiropractor that really helped him recover from the accident. He then knew this was his calling. Being that he was born and raised in Hialeah he knew he wanted to come back to Florida and work nearby home. He attended Sherman College in South Carolina where he received his doctorate degree. White and his family currently reside in Miami Lakes.
Most of his patients have been involved in some sort of accident and White truly believes he can relate to his patients on a personal level due to his own experience. Some patients that are under enormous pain feel as if no one knows what they’re going through. White always shows his patients the photos of his car accident so they can see he really knows what they’re dealing with. Chiropractic and Rehabilitation treats patients of all ages, weather they were involved in an auto accident, sports injury or are in pain for any other reason. White’s method of treating patients is to educate his patients on what they can do in their daily lives that will help them relieve pain without having to rely on medication. The alignment of the spine can solve many issues. The center offers physical therapy, massages, chiropractic care, rehab treatments and more. White’s goal is to try and diagnose the problem and cor-
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rect it without needing surgery. He educates his patients on having a healthy spine. The facility is open six days a week. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. (with lunch from 1-3 p.m), Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2-7 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon. For more information call (305) 570-1965 or visit chiropracticandrehabilitation. com.
LUCAS DE SANTIS has already adapted to the poodle Tripp as his “Furrever Friend.” Now his parents need to raise the funds to secure Tripp from a South Florida service dog company.
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Miami Lakes Branch Library sets programs for June and early July Miami Lakes Branch Library announced the following programs that are available for the public during June and early July: For Children and Families: Movies and Stories for Kids – Watch favorite movies with family and friends. Movies being shown this month are “Ratchet & Clank” (PG), “Turbo” (PG), and “Spider Man into the Spiderverse (PG). Events made possible by the Town of Miami Lakes Education Advisory Board at 3 p.m. on Wednesdays, June 19, 26 and July 3. 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, June 20 and 27. Rev & Flow for Families – A one-of-a-kind fitness format that is kind to the body without compromising the intensity of the workout. The whole family can prepare to be
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challenged. Made possible by the Town of Miami Lakes Education Advisory Board at noon on Monday, July 1. Coding Doctors for Kids: Scratch 3.0 – Kids will learn to code their way up to a real video game on the Scratch platform. Presented by Coding Doctors Kids Club. Space is limited, contact branch to register. Best for ages 8 to 16 years at 3 p.m. on Friday, June 28. Constellations – Discover the stories behind the constellations and create your own constellation. Materials provided, space is limited, contact branch to register. Best for ages 5 to 12 years at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 22. Space Warrior Training – Does the Force flow strong in you? Rey, the newest Space Warrior, will teach how to use the Force to overcome the dark side and bring order and peace to the Galaxy. Training session will be followed by a special craft activity. Made possible by the Town of Miami Lakes Education Advisory Board at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 29 For Teens: Teen Oasis – Try your hand at galaxy slime, space painting, perler bead crafts and more. For ages 8-18 at 4 p.m. on Tuesdays, June 11 and 25.
Teen Club presents “AntMan and Wasp (PG-13) - Antman teams up with Hope van Dyne who has been given her own super suit to become The Wasp. The mismatched pair face off against Ghost while investigating the real story behind their abilities. Made possible by the Town of Miami Lakes Education Advisory Board at 4 p.m. on Tuesday, July 2. 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, June 25 and July 2. 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, June 19, 26 and July 3. Miami Lakes Branch Library is located at 6699 Windmill Gate Road and is open Monday and Tuesday from noon to 8 p.m., and Wednesday through Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The branch is closed on Sundays. For more information, call 305822-6520.
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Lakes native Ailani Noelle Ortega graduates magna cum laude from Hialeah Gardens THE MIAMI LAKER
Ailani Noelle Ortega, born and raised in Miami Lakes, graduated magna cum laude from Hialeah Gardens Senior High School (HGSH) on June 4. Ortega has been an active student who participated in several sports, activities and clubs. Ortega was selected as the female Scholar Athlete of the Year at HGHS and attended the Miami Dade Scholar Athlete Awards in which she was the recipient of the General Chappie James Scholarship. Ortega played four years of soccer and flag football and enjoyed a third sport each year, swimming, bowling, volleyball and golf. She was also a Silver Knight nominee for Athletics. She is president of the Student Government Association, vice president of Family, Career and Community Leaders of America, secretary of the Photography Club, a ProStart Competitor and a member of the National Honor Society and Ambassadors of the National Parks. Ortega will be inducted into the Gladiator Hall of Fame at
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AILANI N. ORTEGA HGSH. She was awarded the Gold and Blue Scholarship from Florida International University where she will major in Biology. Her parents, Jeanette Rodriguez and Carlos Ortega and siblings, Alessia and Andre Ortega, are extremely proud of her for her diligence, commitment and achievement.
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Veteran Affairs Committee Meeting June 20 6:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center Public Safety Committee June 25 6:30 pm M.L. Govt. Center Miami Lakes 2019 Transportation Summit June 26 2:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center Special Taxing District: Section 1 June 26 7:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center Homeowners Organizations Lake Carol June 19 7:00 pm MCCC Serenity Point June 19 7:00 pm MCCC Royal Oaks June 19 7:30 pm MCCC Regatta Point June 20 7:00 pm MCCC Gramercy Park June 20 7:00 pm MCCC Lake Elizabeth June 24 7:00 pm MCCC Fountain Park June 24 7:30 pm MCCC Silvercrest North June 25 7:00 pm MCCC Lake Martha June 25 6:30 pm MCCC Loch Lomond West June 25 7:30 pm MCCC Villa Vizcaya June 26 7:30 pm MCCC Lake Sandra June 27 7:00 pm MCCC Anchorage June 27 7:30 pm MCCC Miami Lakes Clubs, Professional & Volunteer Groups 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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BIANCA and ALYSSA SOTO signed a two year softball scholarship to Broward College on May 24. The twins have both played for Barbara Goleman for the past four years and are the captains of the team. The pitcher and catcher duo from Goleman are on their way to more success on and off the field. The girls are pictured during their signing at Broward College.
Graham charity golf tournament benefits Habitat for Humanity The Graham Companies’ Construction Department held its first “Swing for Charity” golf tournament on May 23 at Shula’s Golf Club. With over 103 golfers, the tournament raised over $40,000. Which will benefit Habitat for Humanity of Greater Miami, the selected charity for this year’s event. The Florida Lemark + Sunbelt Rental team won the tournament and the prized trophy which will be passed down to the following year’s winner, much like the Stanley Cup Trophy. The winning team included Tom Gonzalez, Jacques Choke, Eddie Wheels and Rodney Rotten. Second place went to L&R Structural and Paramount Consulting and Engineering came in third place. Bryce Peterson won the Longest Drive competition, Guillermo Pasal won Closest to the Pin and Jorden Becker won the Putting Contest which was held before the tournament began. Top tournament sponsors included CB Constructors (Gold) along with Miller Construction, ANF and
WINNERS of the first “Swing for Charity” golf tournament was the Florida Lemark + Sunbelt Rental team including Tom Gonzalez, Jacques Choke, Eddie Wheels and Rodney Rotten. Downright Engineering. Power Design was the dinner sponsor and CB Structures was the lunch sponsor. Silver sponsors included NVS, Forbes Construction, Wayne Fire Sprinklers and Emerald Construction.
The tournament was made possible with the leadership of Steve Williams, vice president of Construction of The Graham Companies, as well as his entire construction department.
Goleman football team visits a Miami Dolphins mini-camp
MIAMI DOLPHINS hosted the Barbara Goleman football team during one of their minicamp practices earlier this month. The team was given a tour of he Baptist Health Training Facility at Nova Southeastern University and heard from Dolphins Youth Program Ambassador and alum Twan Russell about the importance of mental toughness. The team also had the opportunity to watch the practice and meet with current players on the field. “To be out here and this close to the players, to see what the practices are like and to see the effort that the players are giving was great all around,” said Goleman’s head football coach Ariel Cribeiro.
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STU track and field athletes make history during recent National Championships History was made by St. Thomas University (STU) track and field athletes recently at the NAIA Track and Field National Championships in Orange Beach, Alabama and at Mickey Miller Blackwell Stadium. Jose Penalver highlights the list becoming the first NAIA First Team All-American in program history and holding the highest finish in the Top-10. He clinched the overall seventh spot in the 800-meter (1:53.66). The Venezuelan native is a sophomore and in his first year at STU. When asked how he felt on the big accomplishment, Penalver said, “I am happy, I can’t wait to continue to grow a legacy and later a dynasty for the 800-meter event.” Susana Gutierrez clinches the position for the first NAIA Second Team All-American with a 13th place finish in the
marathon (3:28:25.31). Gutierrez continues to add to her resume at STU with her second NAIA Nationals appearance in the same year (Cross Country). So far this year Gutierrez has clinched the first ranking in program history for both Cross Country and Track and Field while also making it’s first berth in both respective sports. The accomplishments rounded out with Leslie Marcin and Sarah Bomkamp Marcin recording a 12th overall finish in the 1,500-meter and Bom-kamp finished the marathon with a 32nd overall finish. “Although we thought we were coming out higher, I am extremely proud of this team and how much they have accomplished from one year to the next. The best is yet to come, and we are ready for it,” said head coach Carlos Maymi.
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A day after Austin Shenton became the highest Florida International University’s player drafted since 2014, Javier Valdes, Nick MacDonald, Lorenzo Hampton Jr., and Tyler Myrick all heard their names called on the final day of the 2019 MLB Draft. Valdes was the first Panther to come off the board when the Atlanta Braves selected him with the 637th pick in the 21st round. Valdes split time between behind the plate and first base while hitting .255 with eight home runs and 30 RBIs in 2019. One of two pitchers taken off the FIU roster, MacDonald went in the 23rd round with the 688th pick to the New York Mets. The Panther starter went 4-5 in 2019 with a career-best 3.91 ERA over 76 innings pitched while striking out 68 batters.
After finishing his collegiate career in story-book fashion, Hampton gets to write another chapter as the big righty was picked by his hometown team, the Miami Marlins, with the 831st pick in the 28th round. FIU's lone senior for the 2019 campaign started in 45 games and batted .255 with five homers and 21 RBIs that included his walk-off home run against Louisiana Tech in his final collegiate at-bat. Despite missing the entire 2019 season due to injury, Myrick was picked in the 40th round by the Texas Rangers with the 1,195th overall pick. The righty went 2-2 with a 3.86 ERA in 15 appearances in 2018. Shenton was selected 156th overall in the fifth round a day before by the Seattle Mariners becoming FIU's first Panther taken in the 2019 MLB Draft.
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Three FIU baseball stars honored on all Conference USA teams THE MIAMI LAKER
The Conference USA league office recently announced its yearly baseball all-conference teams as Florida International University was represented by Logan Allen (First Team), Austin Shenton (Second Team) and Jarrett Ford (All-Freshman Team) after the trio's outstanding year on the diamond. Allen, who was named as a utility player on the first team, built on his Freshman AllAmerican campaign last season by leading all of C-USA with 120 strikeouts in 84 innings pitched for a 12.86 Ks-per-9 innings ratio to place in the top 15 in the nation in that category. The left-handed pitcher went 4-6 on the mound with a 3.11 ERA and held opposing batters to a .231 average while winning three C-USA Pitcher of the Week honors. Allen's three weekly honors as a pitcher were tied for the most in the league in 2019. At the plate Allen was also a force after batting .276 with three homers and five RBIs. Shenton led the Panther offensive attack with a stat line of .330, seven home runs and 47
RBIs. The junior third baseman led the Blue and Gold in batting average (.330), hits (65), RBIs (47), doubles (11), triples (2), total bases (101) and walks (28). The Bellingham, Washington, native finished the season by reaching base in each of the final 29 games despite having his 22-game hit streak ended on May 14 against Stetson. Shenton's 22-game streak is currently tied for the fourlongest hitting streak in the country this season. Ford exploded on the college scene with a five-hit, fiveRBI opening weekend against
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Stony Brook and has since earned a .277 batting average with a .357 OB percentage. The Decatur, Georgia, native started 38 games at center field and scored 35 runs to tie for the team lead. The speedy freshman was also a menace on the base paths, after swiping 17 bags including five against nationally ranked Texas Tech on May 7 to tie a program record for most stolen bases in a single game. Ford's 17 stolen bases ranked as the sixth most in the conference and the most by a Panther rookie since Dennis Diaz stole 29 as a freshman in 2002.
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Bob Graham Education Center (BGEC) is closing out the school year and saying goodbye to two long-time teachers, Patrice Wade and Laura Lisowski who will both be retiring this year. Wade began her teaching career in Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS) in 1976. She has been at BGEC since 2004 teaching math, science and social studies. Wade feels that she has been blessed to have worked at a job that she finds so rewarding. She has enjoyed her life-long career with M-DCPS but is ready to begin this new retirement chap-
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ter of her life. Lisowski is retiring after 39 years of teaching, 36 of those years she taught in M-DCPS. Lisowski has spent her last eight years of her career at BGEC. Her jobs have spanned from teaching, to mentoring teachers to writing curriculum for the math department. Teaching has always been her passion and loves to see the excitement in the eyes of her students when they discovered something or grasped a concept. Lisowski is excited about the next chapter in life which will be filled with her new grandson and travel. Both teachers will be dearly missed by the BGEC family. They both not only taught but they touched so many lives while dedicating their careers to teaching. BGEC thanks both of them for the wonderful years and wishes them the best in their next adventure.
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BOB GRAHAM EDUCATION CENTER held its sixth annual art extravaganza on May 16. Close to 500 original art pieces were exhibited thanks to the creativity of the many talented students. Many family members and friends joined both students and staff members at the event to celebrate creativity and self-expression and to bring to light the importance of the arts in the public school system. Special thanks to art teacher Elena Pita for putting this show together. She is pictured with several of her art students.
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Jose Marti’s Scherezda Lozada wins Leader of Tomorrow/Student Involvement Award
Jose Marti’s Scherezada Lozada was a finalist and winner of the Miami-Dade County PTA/PTSA Leader of Tomorrow/Student Involvement Award which recognizes students that have made an impact in their school and community. Lozada is a member of the Jose Marti MAST 6-12 Academy PTSA and their own student representative. Lozada, with her dedicated nature has carried out an annual uniform drive for the past three years that has brought great benefit to the school, local charities and even foreign countries. Together with the PTSA, she collects approximately 1,000 used uniforms annually. During the summer, she spends most of her time wash-
ing, sewing and preparing these uniforms for a used uniforms salel at the school orientation where students from lowincome households can buy uniforms for much cheaper prices than regular stores. All proceeds collected are then donated in the St. Jude Walk/Run against childhood cancer. Some of the uniforms are also shipped to Panama, Cuba, Colombia, Guatemala and Nicaragua where they are given to unprivileged families. In the past three years, she has collected over 3,000 uniforms where approximately 1,800 of those have been shipped to those families through Salvation Army and Sirvas del Segrada Corazon Corp.
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PICTURED (back, from left) Mayor Manny Cid, Tony Lavado of Mayor’s Cafe ML, Marcos Gutierrez of The Golden Corner Jewelry, Tony Fernandez of Layer 8 Solutions, Daylin Garcia of Giving Gators, Jackie Mesa of Specialty Smiles, Denise Pino and her mother, Councilmember Josh Dieguez. Kristina Christoph of Family Dentistry and Orthodontics, and Denis Brenes of Gold Financial Services; (front, from left) Emily Garcia of Giving Gators and Danny Florit of Mayor’s Cafe ML.
The Town of Miami Lakes has scheduled the following camp programs for summer months of June, July and August:
YMCA Summer Camp
Monday - Friday from June 10 to August 16 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM daily for Ages 5-14 Roberto Alonso Community Center 16500 N.W. 87 Avenue / Phone: 786-370-7315 Lunch, snacks and field trips included Dance Camp & Sports Camp: $160 per week Adventure Camp $135 per week Registration Fee: $50 one time fee / Financial Assistance Available
Bricks 4 Kidz Summer Camp
Monday - Friday from June 10 to August 2 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM daily for ages 5-13 Miami Lakes Optimist Clubhouse 6411 N.W. 162 Street / Phone: 786-208-2559 Early drop off at 8:30 AM / Sign out begins at 12:45 PM Camp: $160 per week / Late pick up fees apply Email: cgprograms@bricks4kidz.com Visit: www.miamilakes-fl/gov/bricks4kidz
Code Explorers Summer Camp
Monday - Friday from June 10 to August 2 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM daily for NEO ages 7-8, Jr. ages 9-14 Miami Lakes Youth Center 6075 Miami Lakes Drive East / Phone: 305-454-6515 Camp: $209 per week / Supply fees vary weekly up to $50 Aftercare: 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM (additional $37.50 per week) Email: info@codeexplorers.org Visit: www.CodeExplorers/org/landing/miamilakes
Miami Lakes Optimist Baseball Camp
Monday - Friday / 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM daily for ages 5-15 Week 1 & 2: June 17-28 / Week 3 & 4: August 5 - 16 Miami Lakes Optimist Clubhouse / Lunch included 6411 N.W. 162 Street / Phone: 305-527-5131 Camp: Miami Lakes residents and current players: $160 per week (Non-town residents: $175 per week) Early drop off at 8 AM / Late pick up 3 - 5 PM ($10 per day)
Miami Lakes Optimist Softball Camp
Monday - Thursday / 9:30 AM to 2:30 PM daily Week 1: June 10-13 / Week 2: June 17-20 Miami Lakes Optimist Clubhouse / Lunch not provided 6411 N.W. 162 Street / Phone: 305-336-0023 Camp: $80 per player per week
On June 1, the non-profit Giving Gators awarded a $1,000 scholarship to Hialeah Miami Lakes High School (HML) senior Denisse Pino along with a new MacBook Pro, shopping store gift cards and more. Giving Gators founder Daylin Garcia said “Denisse is an extraordinary student with a compelling story. Although our organization worked hard to choose one student from various local schools, it was without a doubt that she would be the one. Garcia also recognized HML’s Trust Counselor Odalys Acosta for mentoring Pino and for working with the organization, and expressed appreciation to all Giving Gators sponsors for contributing and making the day memorable for both Denisse and her mom.
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Bob Graham Education Center singers perform in Universal Studios program
BOB GRAHAM EDUCATION CENTER was well represented on May 21 when two talented groups of student musicians sang for the second year in a row in the Universal Studios STARS Performance Program. The Bobcat Singers sang under the direction of Alejandro Fuenmayor and the Glee Club was under the direction of Audrey Carballo. Both groups enjoyed huge audiences and had fun in the park after their performances. Both Fuenmayor and Carballo are extremely proud of these young talented singers. The Bobcat Singers are pictured during their performance at Universal Studios.
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Barbara Goleman reinstates newspaper after eight years By Guadalupe Cabrera and Corina Del Barro Special to The Miami Laker During the summer of 2018, senior Guadalupe Cabrera and junior Chika Ojukwu founded The Vanguard newspaper at Barbara Goleman Senior High (BGSH). This was the first time in eight years since BGSH allowed students to pursue their journalistic creativity. The first paper, The Gator Times, was cancelled in 2011 after, then teacher and newspaper sponsor, Robert Inza, took a new position at the school and no one wanted to succeed him. When asked how he felt about the cancelation of The Gator Times, Inza said, “I knew with the caliber of students we had, there would be a student led paper in the future. I didn’t know for sure what form it would take but I knew it was coming.” Since the last article The Gator Times published, there has been a gap in the journalism community at the school. And it wasn’t until this year when Cabrera and Ojukwu joined forces to make a change and continue the legacy Inza left behind by launching their online newspaper: The Vanguard. The term ‘Vanguard,’ meaning pioneer or leader in new developments, was chosen as the name of the paper because creating a paper was like “heading into uncharted waters since there was no guidance, experi-
ence, or support” says Ojukwu. The Vanguard’s aim is to continue the legacy The Gator Times left in the heart of the swamp, allowing a student-led paper to educate their fellow pupils about issues on a local and national level, including many topics pertaining to their interests and concerns. During the first stages of The Vanguard’s birth, the online publication added as many articles as possible, capturing the attention of many individuals of the student body who had something to say; a story to tell. Being this inclusive in-staff representation created an atmosphere of excitement that rippled across the school among students and teachers alike to read the print version when it was announced. “I never thought the newspaper would be brought back to life so seeing it in my hands again was a pleasant surprise. To have a voice in school is a really important thing and the Vanguard provides us that,” said 11th-grade student Julian Camejo. In this manner, The Vanguard discontinues the silence and brings anew the noise of fact. For these reasons, they have adopted the motto “delivering the truth” which acts as a statement of dedication from staff members to the student body, representing the manifestation of their words on the page.
BGEC eighth-grade students join in college tour around the state THE MIAMI LAKER
A group of 50 eighth-grade students from Bob Graham Education Center (BGEC) participated in the College Offers Unlimited Possibilities (COUP) tour of several colleges in Florida’s State University System from May 28-30. The tour afforded these highly motivated and academically advanced students an opportunity to visit the University of Central Florida, University of Florida (UF), Florida State University (FSU), University of South Florida and Florida Gulf Coast University.
At each of the universities, the students had a chance to tour the campus and meet with students and staff to learn about preparing for college and the respective programs offered at each institution. At UF, the COUP also visited the Bob Graham Center for Public Service whose mission is renewing the values, knowledge and skills of citizenship and training the next generation of public and private sector leaders. At FSU, the COUP met with the assistant vice president for
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student affairs Brandon Bowden and his staff who shared information about college life and provided all the students with a gift bag from FSU. The students were warmly welcomed at all the other universities as well. BGEC teacher Katrina Herrero serves as the COUP sponsor and was the lead teacher involved in organizing this opportunity for the students meeting with them since the start of the school year to educate them on the unlimited possibilities offered by pursuing a higher education.
BOB GRAHAM EDUCATION CENTER COUP students and teachers are pictured at the University of Florida during their recent tour to visit various Florida universities.
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PHOTOS of Barbara Goleman’s reinstituted newspaper known as The Vanguard published in May.
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Miami Lakes Area Houses of Worship Elevate Church
6250 Miami Lakes Dr. East www.GoElevateChurch.com Sunday Worship.... 9, 11 & 1 PM Youth Fridays......................7 PM
M.L. Congregational Church
6701 Miami Lakeway South Telephone 305-822-4313 Adult Sunday School........... 9 AM Children’s Sun. School..10:30 AM Worship.........................10:30 AM
Sunrise Presbyterian Church
18400 N.W. 68 Avenue Telephone: 305-821-5841 Worship...........................10:00 AM Servicio en Español,,,,,,,,11:30 AM
The Church of the Epiphany
15650 Miami Lakeway North Telephone: 305-558-3961 www.episcopalmiamilakes.com Sunday Eucharist............10:30 AM Children’s Sun. School...10:15 AM Adult Bible Study.............11:00 AM Misa en Español...............9:00 AM Escuela Dominical..........12:15 PM
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
8201 N.W. 186 Street Telephone: 305-829-0049 Spanish service.................9:00 AM English service................12:30 PM Tuesday Spanish).............7:00 PM Wednesday (English).......7:00 PM Palm Vista Community Church
Meeting at Miami Lakes Middle School Auditorium 6425 Miami Lakeway North Telephone: 305-822-6999 Worship Service....................10:30 AM
Temple Tifereth Jacob 5901 N.W. 151 Street Telephone: 305-557-2651 Call for Service Schedule
Iglesia Biblica Cristiana Español Servcios
6250 Miami Lakes Drive East Telephone: 305-557-1959 Sunday Service.................4:00 PM Wednesday Youth.............7:30 PM
Iglesia El Nuevo Comienzo
6701 Miami Lakeway South Services in Spanish Sunday service...............12:30 PM Thursday service..............8:00 PM
St. Andrews Lutheran Church
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
New Dawn Church/ Iglesia Nuevo Amanecer 17200 N.W. 87 Avenue Spanish service............9:15 AM English sevice.............11:00 AM
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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
(Editor’s Note: All information provided by individiual houses of worship. Confirm service times by telephone.)
International violin soloist Eric Silberger returns for MLCC event
Virtuoso violinist Eric Silberger returns to Miami Lakes to play three Beethoven violin sonatas joining local and renown pianist Adolfo Vidal for an evening of chamber music at Miami Lakes Congregational Church at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 22. The church is located at 6701 Miami Lakeway South, across from Miami Lakes K-8 Center. Silberger is a prize winner of the XIV International Tchaikovsky Competition and the Michael Hill International Violin Competition in 2011. His performances have been described by critics as “spinetingling...astonishing” (The Guardian), “dazzling virtuoso playing” (The Washington Post), and “he has got everything in his favour, technique, composure and personality. We are on the eve of a great soloist” )El Pais, Spain). He has performed as soloist, recitalist and chamber musician throughout the United States and around the world including solo performances with the St. Petersburg Philharmonia, Marlinsky Orchestra, Konzerthausorchester Berlin, Chamber Orchestra of the Marlinsky Theatre, London Philharomia, Munich Chamber Orchestra, Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra and the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, among others. Silberger has appeared at the Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall, the Kennedy Center, the Louvre in Paris, the Great Hall of the St. Petersburg Philharmonia, the Moscow International House of Music in Russia, Seoul Arts Center in Korea and more. The suggested concert donation is $15. A reception will follow the performance with the
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VIOLINIST VIRTUOSO ERIC SILBERGER will appear in concert with world renowned pianist Adolfo Vical at Miami Lakes Congregational Church on June 22. artists. The program is part of the Church’s annual concert series and is co-presented by South Florida Friends of
Classical Music and the Town of Miami Lakes. For more information, call 305455-1269.
Sunrise Presbyterian hosts Bible School August 9-11
Sunrise Presbyterian Church located at 18400 N.W. 68 Avenue will be hosting its Vacation Bible School (VBS) from August 9-11. Registration is on August 9 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m and is free. Daily hours are August 9, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.; August 10, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and August 11, 9:00 a.m to noon. Kids can join the fun at Camp Moose on the Loose VBS. Bible stories, crafts, games, music and more. For more information call (305) 821-5841 or email thesunrisechurch@aol.com.
Teen service event at horse rescue center on July 7
Miami Lakes Youth Center “The Spot” is calling for teens to spend a day volunteering on Sunday, July 7, at Peaceful Ridge Horse Rescue. Peaceful Ridge is a non-profit organization that provides dental and medical care, rehabilitation and adoption services for rescued horses. The volunteer opportunity is free for teens ages 13 to 17 and registration is required at www.TOML.eventbrite.com. Transportation will be available at 9 a.m. at the Youth Center, 6075 Miami Lakes Drive East. The service opporunity will run until 2 p.m. For more information, conctact thespot@miamilakes-fl.gov, or call 305-819-7768.
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ROYAL OAKS - $987,500
Custom Spanish-style lakefront home in gated Royal Oaks. All impact doors/windows, Porcelanosa tiles, wrought-iron stairway, high-volume ceilings. Two bedrooms downstairs, oversize gourmet kitchen. Covered terrace, large pool area. 6 Bed / 5.5 Bath / 4,345 sf. / A10689940.
LOCH LOMOND - $859,000
Remarkable home in guard-gated, golf course community. Move-in ready. High volume ceilings, new bathrooms, open concept kitchen, impact doors/windows, fireplace, lush landscaping, new A/C, pool pump & heater. Oversize pool, 4 Bed / 3.5 Bath / 3,401 sf. / A10653307.
PENDING SALE
ROYAL OAKS - $600,000
UNDER CONTRACT IS 5 DAYS! Move-in ready home fully renovated, new impact doors/ windows, eat-in kitchen w/quartz countertops. High volume ceilings, large covered terrace, new pool deck & Gazebo w/ built-in BBQ. 4 Bed / 3 Bath / 2,422 sf. / A10664942.
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ROYAL OAKS - $745,000 Spectacular den home in gated Royal Oaks. Option for 6th bedroom, large eat-in kitchen. Custom bathrooms, high-volume ceilings, grand master bedroom w/California walk-in closets. Covered terrace & pool area. 5 Bed (Plus Den) / 3 Bath /3,514 sf / A10672332.
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ROYAL OAKS - $798,500
Spectacular home in gated Royal Oaks community. Renovated w/all porcelain/wood floors, impact doors/windows, Plantation shutters, new home generator. Gourmet eat-in kitchen w/quartz counters & S/S appliances. Covered terrace, pool area. 5 Bed / 5 Bath / 4,208 sf. / A10657214.
GRAMERCY PARK - $809,000
Over $200K in upgrades. Modern kitchen, SMART home. Custom bathrooms. Floating spiral staircase. Marble flooring. Impact doors/windows. Pool, BBQ. 5 Bed / 3.5 Bath / 4,213 sf. / A10535169.
PENDING SALE
WEST-WIND LAKES, KENDALL - $395,000
UNDER CONTRACT IN 5 DAYS! Lakefront home boasts new custom bathrooms, high volume ceilings & eat-in kitchen complete. Home sits on expansive lot & has oversized covered terrace, salt-water pool, new wood deck.f 3 Bed / 2.5 Bath / 1,798 sf. / A10667527.
NEW PRICE
LOCH LOMOND - $1,650,000 Opportunity to live in one of Miami Lake’s most prime locations. On 1.4 acres, one-story resort has direct golf course and long lake views. Oversize pool. Guest House, private tennis court. 6 Bed / 7.5 Bath / 6,350 sf. / A10597299.
ROYAL PALM ESTATES - $1,149,000
Custom Mansion. Over 8,000 sf. of fortress-like construction. Floating spiral staircase. All oversized bedroom-suites. Large covered terrace/balcony. Resort-style pool. 6 Bed / 5.5 Bath / 8,101 sf. / 13,248 sf.Lot / A10518969.
JUST SOLD
ROYAL OAKS - $829,000
SOLD in 20 DAYS at 100% FULL ASKING PRICE. Home has nearly 5k sq.ft. and sits on an oversized lot. All impact doors & windows, All bedroom suites, large covered terrace with a resort-style pool area. 5 Bed / 2 Bath / 5,114 sf. / A10616308.
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ROYAL OAKS - $597,000
UNDER CONTRACT IN 19 DAYS! Smart Home w/new impact doors/windows, custom bathrooms & new modern kitchen w/ center island & double wall oven. High volume ceilings with LED recessed lighting. Spacious pool/spa area w/covered terrace. 3 Bed / 2 Bath / 2,2100 sf. / A10664713.
JUST SOLD
ROYAL OAKS - $495,000 SOLD! At nearly 98% of original asking price. Seller is thrilled. Pool home in highly desired community of Royal Oaks. Home has 8-year-old roof, overized covered trrace and new pool area. 3 Bed / 2 Bath / 2,304 sf. / A10597789.
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