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Eastern European Community Guide svetguide.com 2026
FROM THE EDITOR
IT’S GOOD TO LIVE, BUT IT’S EVEN BETTER TO LIVE WELL!
In 2025, everything was permeated, engulfed, affected, illuminated, mixed up, and shaken up by Donald Trump, just as five years ago it was by the COVID virus, and even people far removed from politics felt and continue to feel aftershocks. The president did not achieve the two main personal goals he set for himself (there is no end in sight to the Slavic war, and he received the Nobel Prize only as a gift from laureate Maria Machado), but never before has the world depended on one person as it does now. No one knows how it will all end, but it’s not bad that this man is playing for us and not against us. True, the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists, which has been analyzing the coordinates of our world on the path to Armageddon since 1945, has moved the symbolic hand of the Doomsday Clock to 85 seconds before midnight for the first time in history, but let me tell you: there will be no end of the world! Therefore, «we should live, sew sundresses and light cotton dresses» as the wise poet Yuri Levitansky once wrote. All of us who have flocked to Florida from different countries understand that it is foolish to worry about something that is unlikely to happen, because life, no matter how you look at it, is short and should be lived to the fullest, as happily and wisely as possible.
To help you with this, we present the third edition of the Florida Eastern European Community Guide - the most useful set of tools for a good life. Over 35 years in this business, our publishing house has accumulated experience that allows us to separate the wheat from the chaff and recommend the very best in their fields. I will conclude with our long-standing, proven slogan: «We work for you», but this is a two-way street, because without you, there would be no us....
Here, you will find information about many things, including those that will help you achieve your main goals. In fact, that’s what we’ve been in the publishing business for 34 years - helping our fellow countrymen in word and deed. We work for you, and it is two-way traffic because there is no us without you.
DESK OF MAYOR LARISA SVECHIN CITY OF SUNNY ISLES BEACH
I’m thrilled to once again highlight SVET Media, a truly valuable communications company that has made such a positive impact on our Sunny Isles Beach community in just a few short years. Far from being a newcomer, though, SVET has built an impressive reputation over more than three decades serving communities across the U.S. with creative, thoughtful marketing. Since establishing their dedicated presence here in Florida three years ago, they’ve quickly become a cherished part of everyday life, especially right here in Sunny Isles Beach.
I'm thrilled to once again highlight SVET Media, a truly valuable communications company that has made such a positive impact on our Sunny Isles Beach community in just a few short years. Far from being a newcomer, though SVET has built an impressive reputation over more than three decades serving communities across the U.S. with creative, thoughtful marketing. Since establishing their dedicated presence here in Florida quickly become a cherished part of everyday life, especially right here in Sunny Isles Beach.
What impresses me most is how they've gone beyond standard marketing. In our sophisticated, rather selective community, where only the most meaningful connections and truly dependable resources merit attention passionate team distinguishes itself with an almost refreshingly uncompromising dedication to genuine quality and discerning growth. Their innovative, personalized approach delivers real value, rooted in an unwavering commitment to trust. That emphasis resonates deeply with our residents, who value quality over quantity, and SVET clearly gets that. It's no wonder they've earned such strong respect and appreciation around Sunny
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What impresses me most is how they’ve gone beyond standard marketing. In our sophisticated, rather selective community, where only the most meaningful connections and truly dependable resources merit attention, their passionate team distinguishes itself with an almost refreshingly uncompromising dedication to genuine quality and discerning growth. Their innovative, personalized approach delivers real value, rooted in an unwavering commitment to trust. That emphasis resonates deeply with our residents, who value quality over quantity, and SVET clearly gets that. It’s no wonder they’ve earned such strong respect and appreciation around Sunny.
The magazine is well done, beautifully put together, and I appreciate how it's placed so thoughtfully in so many spots around town: oceanfront condos, local venues, grocery stores, and other places our residents actually go.
The magazine is well done, beautifully put together, and I appreciate how it’s placed so thoughtfully in so many spots around town: oceanfront condos, local venues, grocery stores, and other places our residents actually go.
As someone who cares deeply about Sunny’s small businesses, I am grateful that these efforts have quietly helped them grow into a genuine part of our community's fabric. They connect people and local entrepreneurs in a real, meaningful way that supports the independent shops, services, and families that make Sunny special. Svetguide.com is refreshingly straightforward no clutter, no nonsense, easy to navigate. SVET has quietly become the place many people turn to first. Residents go there when they want something reliable without having to sift through endless ads or questionable recommendations. It’s simple, it works, and it helps small businesses get noticed.
As someone who cares deeply about Sunny’s small businesses, I am grateful that these efforts have quietly helped them grow into a genuine part of our community’s fabric. They connect people and local entrepreneurs in a real, meaningful way that supports the independent shops, services, and families that make Sunny special. Svetguide.com is refreshingly straightforward—no clutter, no nonsense, easy to navigate. SVET has quietly become the place many people turn to first. Residents go there when they want something reliable without having to sift through endless ads or questionable recommendations. It’s simple, it works, and it helps small businesses get noticed.
Above all, what stands out to me is how SVET truly builds real, lasting relationships, bringing people together, residents, local business owners, and new ideas in a way that quietly strengthens the special character of Sunny Isles Beach. In Sunny, cultures come together naturally, opportunities feel within reach, and neighbors genuinely watch out for each other. That's not something you see everywhere, and SVET helps nurture exactly that spirit.
Above all, what stands out to me is how SVET truly builds real, lasting relationships, bringing people together, residents, local business owners, and new ideas in a way that quietly strengthens the special character of Sunny Isles Beach. In Sunny, cultures come together naturally, opportunities feel within reach, and neighbors genuinely watch out for each other. That’s not something you see everywhere, and SVET helps nurture exactly that spirit. Speaking personally, as your mayor who’s deeply invested in supporting the residents and visitors who make this community thrive, I want to say a sincere thank you to the whole SVET Media team. Your commitment to doing things right really does make a difference in the quality of life we all share.
Speaking personally, as your mayor who’s deeply invested in supporting the residents and visitors who make this community thrive, I want to say a sincere thank you to the whole SVET Media team. Your commitment to doing things right really does make a difference in the quality of life we all share.
With warmest regards, Mayor Larisa Svechin City of Sunny Isles Beach
With warmest regards, Mayor Larisa Svechin City of Sunny Isles Beach
City of Sunny Isles Beach | Office of the Mayor | 18070 Collins Avenue | Sunny Isles Beach, Florida 33160
It is my pleasure to share my enthusiastic congratulations with Svet Media. As Mayor of Hallandale Beach, I recognize the importance of maintaining strong connections within our local economy. Effective communication with our diverse population remains essential. Your publication serves as an excellent platform and resource for everyone. Not simply our growing Russian population. It serves all our newcomers adapting to our dynamic community and longtime residents of Hallandale Beach,
Hallandale Beach boasts a rich 100-year history in South Florida. Home to 41,000 permanent residents, our population swells to over 50,000 during peak season. Tourism and entertainment have always been integral to our identity. Our beautiful coastline features two beach parks where visitors can swim, relax in the sun, and enjoy refreshments by the sand.
Gulfstream Park Racetrack and Casino have been a hallmark of Hallandale Beach for more than 80 years. Renowned for hosting the Breeders’ Cup, it recently celebrated the 10th anniversary of the Pegasus Cup, the world’s richest thoroughbred race. The site also features the third largest statue in the United States, now a prominent landmark, Pegasus. The Big Easy Casino, another local highlight, is planning redevelopment into a world-class destination.
Exciting new projects are underway, such as Atlantic Village, which offers offices, retail spaces, and exceptional restaurants including Meat and Bone, Dr Limon, Café Ferro, and more. There are also many new housing developments. Visit www.cohb.org to find out about all the great happenings.
I am so proud of our community’s commitment to Progress Innovation and Opportunity. I am always available to answers questions and concerns. Reach out anytime !
Mayor Joy Cooper
February 3, 2026
February 19, 2025
Dear Friends,
Dear Friends,
Dr. Alix Desulme Mayor
Alix Desulme, Ed.D. Mayor
It is with great pleasure that I extend a warm welcome on behalf of the City of North Miami to the readers of the Florida Eastern European Community Guide 2025. North Miami is a dynamic and culturally rich city that takes great pride in its diversity, innovation, and commitment to fostering a welcoming environment for all who live, work, and visit here.
It is with great pleasure that I extend a warm welcome on behalf of the City of North Miami to the readers of the Florida Eastern European Community Guide 2026. North Miami is a dynamic and culturally rich city that takes great pride in its diversity, innovation, and commitment to fostering a welcoming environment for all who live, work, and visit here.
Nestled in the heart of South Florida, North Miami is a city with a proud history and a bright future. Our community is home to a thriving business sector, world-class educational institutions, and scenic natural landscapes, including the breathtaking Oleta River State Park, the largest urban park in Florida. Our rich arts and culture scene is showcased through institutions like the Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA), which continues to be a beacon of creativity and expression for our residents and visitors alike.
Nestled in the heart of South Florida, North Miami is a city with a proud history and a bright future. Our community is home to a thriving business sector, world -class educational institutions, and scenic natural landscapes, including the breathtaking Olet a River State Park, the largest urban park in Florida. Our rich arts and culture scene is showcased through institutions like the Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA), which continues to be a beacon of creativity and expression for our residents and visitors alike.
As we continue to grow and evolve, North Miami remains committed to enhancing our infrastructure, expanding economic opportunities, and fostering connections that celebrate the diverse cultures that make our city unique. The Eastern European community is an integral part of our city’s vibrancy, contributing to our business landscape, cultural enrichment, and community engagement. We are proud to be part of a region that thrives on inclusion, progress, and shared success.
As we continue to grow and evolve, North Miami remains committed to enhancing our infrastructure, expanding economic opportunities, and fostering connections that celebrate the diverse cultures that make our city unique. The Eastern European community is an integral part of our city’s vibrancy, contributing to our business landscape, cultural enrichment, and community engagement. We are proud to be part of a region that thrives on inclusion, progress, and shared success.
We invite you to explore all North Miami offers, from our picturesque parks and bustling commercial centers to our renowned dining experiences and community-driven initiatives. Whether you are a longtime resident or a first-time visitor, you will find that our city embodies the perfect balance of heritage, innovation, and opportunity.
We invite you to explore all North Miami offers, from our picturesque parks and bustling commercial centers to our renowned dining experiences and community -driven initiatives. Whether you are a long time resident or a first -time visitor, you will find that our city embodies the perfect balance of heritage, innovation, and opportunity.
Thank you to the Florida Eastern European Community Guide 2025 for highlighting the best of South Florida’s communities. We look forward to welcoming you to North Miami, where diversity is our strength, and opportunity is limitless.
Thank you to the Florida Eastern European Community Guide 202 6 for highlighting the best of South Florida’s communities. We look forward to welcoming you to North Miami, where diversity is our strength, and opportunity is limitless.
Sincerely,
Sincerely,
Dr. Alix Desulme Mayor
Alix Desulme, Ed.D. Mayor
Office of the Mayor and Council
Office of the Mayor and Council
776 NE 125 Street I North Miami I Florida I 33161 Office: 305.895.9815 Fax: 305.892.9899
776 NE 125 Street I North Miami I Florida I 33161 Office: 305.895.9815 Fax: 305.892.9899
Welcome to Boca Raton! On behalf of our 100,000 residents, it is with great pleasure that I welcome you all to learn about our beautiful city as we celebrate our Centennial. We are excited that SVET Media Group will focus on highlighting all that Boca Raton has to offer in their American Eastern European Community Guide!
Boca Raton is a city that offers a wide array of experiences for all. It is always an ideal time to enjoy our outdoor recreational activities, from a round of golf at one of our municipal golf courses to a relaxing visit at one of our beautiful beaches. For those seeking to indulge in our area’s natural beautiful, we encourage you to visit Gumbo Limbo Nature Center, home to a sea turtle rehabilitation facility, protected tree habitat, aquariums, and butterfly gardens. With 49 active and passive park settings, including additional waterfront and recreational offerings, it is no wonder why many refer to Boca Raton as “The City Within a Park.”
If shopping, dining, and culture are your pleasures, Downtown Boca is the perfect destination for you. Be sure to explore Mizner Park, where you can take a leisurely stroll along the shaded walkways and admire the fountains along Plaza Real. There and throughout the downtown, you’ll also find a diverse array of restaurants and retail boutiques. Downtown Boca is proud to host the renowned Boca Raton Museum of Art, the Studio at Mizner Park, and our historic Old Town Hall which houses our history museum and serves as a welcome center for visitors.
Beyond downtown, we invite you to indulge in premier shopping and luxury brands at the Town Center at Boca Raton, which boasts an impressive selection of 220 stores, among other enticing attractions. Our City has something for everyone, and we hope you have the opportunity to experience the unparalleled quality of life that we residents get to enjoy year-round.
We thank the Florida Eastern European Community Guide for featuring all that is memorable in Boca Raton. I look forward to seeing you around our beautiful city.
Very best wishes,
Scott Singer Mayor
A Night for the Future
Mayor Larisa Svechin
FLORIDAWelcome to step by step
Багамских островов. Не найдя
ничего, он повернул на запад, и на Пасху 27 марта 1513 года вышел к берегам Флориды.
Через несколько дней он высадился в районе современного Сент-Огастина. Багамские индейцы называли эти края Canico или Cancio, но, повторим, из-за открытия на Пасху, которая у испанцев называется «Pascua Florida» («Праздник цветов»), земля была названа Флоридой. Испанцы несколько недель
Гавану,
ходе войны. К этому моменту, после двух
столетий колонизации, во Флориде испанцам
принадлежали только Сан-Агустин (нынешний
Сент-Огастин), форт Сент-Маркс и Пенсакола.
Остальное было заселено неподконтроль-
ными Испании индейцами-семинолами.
Когда в 1776 году представители тринадцати североамериканских колоний провозгласили
независимость от Великобритании,
относительно благополучной. Населе-
постепенно росло от 70,000 в 1845
году до 87 445 в 1850 году, и до 140,424 в 1860 году. Рабы всё так же составляли
примерно 40% от населения: в 1845 году
белых в штате было 35,500, чернокожих
рабов 33,950 человек, свободных чер-
ных 560. Через 15 лет белых было уже 77,746 человек, рабов 61 745 человек
и свободных черных 932. Во Флориде
расширялись хлопковые и сахарные
плантации, но они обычно были невели-
ки: в 1860 году только два плантатора имели больше 200 рабов, 808 имели 20 или более, а 863 плантатора имели
всего одного раба. Рабы завозились в основном из Джорджии, хотя некоторое количество нелегально завозилось из-за границы. Постепенно росло давление
аболиционистов, как в самой Флориде, так и за её пределами, и это вызывало
опасение рабовладельцев, которые стали предпринимать меры по охране своей собственности. Это привело к ужесточению законов относительно свободных негров,
1930 году, при этом население Майами увеличилось втрое, а Тампы вдвое. Железнодорожное строительство, замершее к 1900 году, снова оживилось, но самые революционные изменения произошли в сфере улучшения автомобильных дорог. В 1924 году мост Ганди соединил Тампу и Сент-Питерсберг. Послевоенные годы во Флориде были характерны ростом расовой напряжённости. Чернокожие составляли 30% населения штата, при этом были часты случаи насилия: линчевания достигли рекордного для южных штатов уровня, 4,5 на 10,000 человек, а в 1920 году 4 афроамериканца были убиты во время голосования. В 1923 году произошёл расовый
Art Basel Miami
И ЕГО САТЕЛЛИТЫ ЖДУТ ВАС В ДЕКАБРЕ 2026-ГО
Вне зависимости от того, желаете ли вы прикоснуться к прекрасному, почерпнуть новые идеи, являетесь ли искушённым коллекционером, куратором, арт-дилером, интерьер-дизайнером или просто любите искусство, вам повезёт: в 2026-и году к нам возвращается Art Basel Miami Beach. В этом году эта впечатляющая международная ярмарка искусства, которая будет проводиться уже 24-й раз, соберет, по предварительным
*
* Kabinett: Кураторские
* Positions:
* Magazines:
*
* Art Miami и CONTEXT Art Miami
Где: One Herald Plaza, NE 14th Street & Biscayne Bay, Miami, FL 33132
* SCOPE Art Show Twitter/@SCOPEArtShow
Где: 801 Ocean Dr, Miami Beach, FL 33139
* Design Miami
Где: Convention Center Drive & 19th St, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Spectrum Miami & Red Dot Miami (две яр
* Redwood Art Group
Где: Mana Wynwood Convention Center, 2217 NW 5th Ave, Miami, FL 33127
* Aqua Art Miami
Где: Aqua Hotel, 1530 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
City of Aventura celebrates 30th anniversary in style
This November, the City of Aventura will mark its 30th anniversary with a monthlong celebration honoring its past, present and future.
What began in 1988 as 785 acres of swampland has since transformed into one of South Florida’s premier communities. Visionaries such as Harry Soffer, Don Soffer and George Berlin saw the potential to create not just a neighborhood, but a destination. Thirty years later, their vision has been realized—and surpassed—as Aventura continues to thrive as a vibrant, world-class city.
A CITY BUILT ON STABILITY AND
GROWTH
Since its incorporation in 1996, Aventura has maintained the lowest tax rates in South Florida, never once raising its millage. Today, Mayor Howard S. Weinberg, Esq., together with Commissioners Cliff Ain, Gustavo Blachman, Amit Bloom, Rachel Friedland, Paul Kruss, and Cindy Orlinsky, guide the city with a focus on fiscal responsibility and high-quality services. City Manager Bryan Pegues and his team of directors oversee daily operations, ensuring that residents, businesses, and visitors alike experience a safe, welcoming and first-class community.
Aventura prioritizes fiscal responsibility, quality services, and infrastructure above all else.
In a city of more than 40,000 residents, Aventura has fewer than 50 full-time employees outside of the Police Department.
The city’s model of outsourcing has seen Aventura partner with companies that deliver top-quality results for the city, while doing so at a cost that is less than the city could deliver those services itself.
Mayor Weinberg described the city’s approach, saying, “Aventura’s model gets the best in outcomes for the least in cost. Since its inception, Aventura has consistently delivered the best return on investment of any city in South Florida. We’re incredibly safe, have excellent infrastructure, offer top-quality programming, and have municipal charter schools that deliver worldclass education.”
INVESTING IN EDUCATION
Education has been central to Aventura’s success. The city is home to two award-winning charter schools: Aventura City of Excellence School (ACES, K–8) and Don Soffer Aventura High School. Both schools boast strong academic reputations, having been graded an “A” every year since their first grade was issued. To meet growing demand, Aventura recently acquired 3.7 acres of land next to Don Soffer Aventura High School, where a new high school will be built. Once it is open, the current high school building will become a middle school, and ACES will go from K-8 to elementary.
The education offered in Aventura fuels the desire of young families to live in the city, giving Aventura’s leaders tremendous confidence that Aventura’s schools are developing the city’s and community’s future leaders.
PUBLIC SAFETY AND COMMUNITY SERVICES
Aventura’s Police Department began in 1997, with current City Manager Bryan Pegues serving as one of the department’s original officers. The department achieved
accreditation in 2000, making it the youngest department to receive accreditation at the time. Under the leadership of Chief Michael Bentolila, who joined the department shortly after its creation, the Aventura Police Department has continued to ensure that Aventura remains one of the safest cities in Florida.
Aventura’s elected leaders and administration have always prioritized public safety, with approximately twothirds of all full-time city employees working in the Police Department.
“Nothing is more important in any city than public safety. Aventura prides itself on being a place where people can live, work and visit, knowing that our police department keeps our city safe,” said Pegues.
SHOPPING, ARTS, AND LIFESTYLE
Aventura is also home to some of the nation’s most recognizable destinations. USA TODAY’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards recently named Aventura Mall the Best Mall in the Nation. The waterfront Aventura Arts & Cultural Center, is directed by Jeff Kiltie and hosts a year-round calendar of concerts, theater performances and special events. And the JW Marriott Turnberry Resort, with Tidal Cove Waterpark and two worldclass 18-hole golf courses, stands as an international destination for leisure and conferences.
Residents also enjoy practical and innovative city services, including a free community bus system, complimentary Freebee rides, and interactive digital kiosks that provide event listings, business information, wayfinding and emergency contacts.
A MONTH OF CELEBRATION
The 30th anniversary celebration will feature a series of events throughout the month of November. A highlight will be the Aventura $30 Flavor Fest, a citywide culinary showcase offering special menus that highlight the community’s diverse dining scene. The month culminates with Founders’ Day on Saturday, November 8th, at Gulfstream Park, featuring family-friendly entertainment, live performances, activities and food.
For more information about Aventura’s 30th anniversary events, visit www.CityOfAventura.com
Photos by Andrew Goldstein Photography
MIAMI
Population: 487,014 people
Median age: 39.7 years
Demographics and Population
It is the 2nd largest city in Florida (after Jacksonville) and the 42nd largest city in the United States. Miami is currently growing at a rate of 1.09% annually and its population has increased by 19.73% since the most recent census, which recorded a population of 399,457 in 2010.
The 5 largest ethnic groups in Miami, FL are White (Hispanic) (65%), Black or African American (Non-Hispanic) (13%), White (Non-Hispanic) (11%), Other (Hispanic) (5.46%) and Black or African American (Hispanic) (2.29%).
The median property value in Miami, FL is $350,400, and the homeownership rate is 30.6%.
History
Spaniards in the 16th century found a village (perhaps 2,000 years old) of Tequesta Indians on the site. The name Mayaimi, probably meaning “big water” or “sweet water,” may have referred to Lake Okeechobee or to local Native Americans who took their name from the lake. In 1567 the Spanish established a mission there as part of a futile attempt to subdue the Tequesta. They ceded the area to Great Britain in 1763 but regained it in 1783. After the United States acquired Florida from Spain in 1821, Fort Dallas was built (1836) as a base during the Seminole Wars. A few settlers—among them Julia D. Tuttle, known as the “mother of Miami,” and William B. Brickell—gradually moved into the area.
In 1896 Henry M. Flagler extended his Florida East Coast Railway to the site after Tuttle and Brickell each gave him half of their landholdings for the project. Flagler had been convinced to extend the railroad after a freeze
during the winter of 1894–95 killed most of Florida’s citrus crop; Tuttle reportedly sent him a fresh orange blossom to prove that the freeze had not reached Miami. Flagler dredged the harbor, started constructing the Royal Palm Hotel, and promoted tourism. Miami was incorporated the same year.
During the Florida land boom in the early and mid1920s, the city’s population more than tripled, but the collapse of this speculation, compounded by a devastating hurricane in 1926, dampened Miami’s fortunes for more than a decade. Neighboring Miami Beach underwent a brief construction boom in the mid-1930s, when many Art Deco buildings were erected, but this came to an end during World War II, when soldiers replaced tourists at the oceanfront hotels and long stretches of beach were converted to rifle ranges. After the war, many soldiers returned to the Miami area to live, and in the 1950s and ’60s Latin American immigrants, particularly those from Cuba, began to arrive in large numbers. In the 15 years following the Cuban Revolution in 1959, it is estimated that some 500,000 Cubans fled to Miami; many of these immigrants received assimilation aid from the U.S. federal government. During the 1980s Miami gained a reputation as a centre of the illegal cocaine trade, and several acts of violence were directed against foreign tourists in the early 1990s; however, by the end of the 20th century, tourism was rebounding. In 1992 Hurricane Andrew caused some 50 deaths and considerable property damage to areas of
the county just south of Miami, although the city itself was largely spared.
The Contemporary Miami
The downtown skyline of Miami features a contemporary look, with a large collection of gleaming glass-walled skyscrapers accented with neon lighting at night. The Brickell neighborhood, just south of the city’s historic central business district, became one of Miami’s fastest-growing neighborhoods and is the city’s major financial district. More than 70 percent of the population is Hispanic/Latino. Indeed, the city’s close relationship to Latin America is especially well represented in its ethnic neighborhoods. The Little Havana district, just west of downtown, developed as a largely Cuban enclave within the city. Its annual Calle Ocho festival (March; part of the Carnival Miami celebration) draws large crowds of visitors. Little Haiti, to the north of downtown, developed as a primarily Haitian neighborhood after refugees began arriving in the city in the 1990s.
Climate
A tropical climate helps to make Miami one of America’s great winter resorts, and tourism is a major component of the city’s economy. The miles of shoreline are lined with glittering skyscraper hotels and are dotted with marinas, yacht clubs, and golf courses. The city is also a center of international banking and finance, business services, manufacturing (including
apparel, medical equipment, pharmaceuticals, printing, and metal products) and international commerce. The Port of Miami handles international shipping and is a world leader in cruise ship operations. Miami International Airport also handles international cargo going mostly to Latin America and the Caribbean and is a major travel hub. The city is served by a highway network that includes the Dixie Highway, Tamiami Trail, and Florida’s Turnpike.
Museums
The Miami Seaquarium, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens (1916; estate of industrialist James Deering), Bayside Marketplace, the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County, and Jungle Island (formerly Parrot Jungle and Gardens) are among the area’s many attractions. There are museums of history, art, and science, as well as several theatre, music, and dance organizations. Scuba diving, snorkeling, kayaking, windsurfing, and sportfishing are among the many popular outdoor activities, as are sailing regattas and fishing tournaments. Horse and greyhound racetracks and jai alai frontons offer pari-mutuel betting. The city is home to several professional sports teams, including the Miami Marlins (baseball), Miami Dolphins (gridiron football), and Miami Heat (basketball), and the annual Orange Bowl Festival (January) features a parade and college football game. Biscayne National Park is south of the city, and Everglades National Park is southwest.
Useful Information
The Miami metropolitan area has many institutions of higher education, including the University of Miami (1925) in Coral Gables, Barry University (1940) in Miami Shores, St. Thomas University (1961), Florida Memorial College (1879), International Fine Arts College (1965), MiamiDade Community College (1960), and Florida International University (1972), the site of the National Hurricane Center operated by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Jackson Memorial Hospital, Baptist Health, and the University of Miami Hospital are among the city’s major medical complexes. The city is a world leader in marine study. Located there are the famed University of Miamiaffiliated Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science and oceanographic laboratories of NOAA.
SUNNY ISLES BEACH
Population: 22,903 people
Median age: 49.6 years
The City of Sunny Isles Beach occupies 1.78 square miles in the northeastern corner of Miami-Dade County, the most populated county in the State of Florida. Sunny Isles Beach ranks 15th in population amongst the 34 municipalities in the County. The City is located on a barrier island bounded by the Atlantic Ocean on the east and the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway on the west. Incorporated in 1997.
Spanish is the mother tongue for 40.08%, while English is spoken by 36.86% of all residents. Almost 10% of the population of Sunny Isles Beach speak Russian and Ukrainian. Other main ancestries of the population (excluding Hispanic ancestry) are Italian, Polish, Irish, and German.
Schools
Sunny Isles Beach is within the Miami-Dade County Public Schools system.
Elementary schools
Residents are zoned to an elementary school as follows:
· Ojus Elementary School for residents north of 172nd Street and south of 183rd Street
· Highland Oaks Elementary School for residents north of 183rd Street
· Norman S. Edelcup/Sunny Isles Beach K-8 for Sunny Isles Beach residents
K-8 Center
The Norman S. Edelcup/Sunny Isles Beach K-8 is currently educating students from kindergarten through 8th grade from all of Sunny Isles Beach, Eastern Shores, and Golden Beach. The school opened in August 2008, reducing class sizes in Ruth K. Broad/Bay Harbor Elementary, Ojus Elementary, and Highland Oaks. The school has or is currently participating in: Accelerated Reader, VMath Live, mock elections, book drives, toy drives, etc. The school has state of the art technology that includes Smart Boards and surround sound microphones for both teachers and students. The school has Intracoastal and ocean views from almost every classroom on the 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th floors.
Middle Schools and High Schools
Residents are zoned to Highland Oaks Middle School and Alonzo and Tracy Mourning Senior High Biscayne Bay Campus. Dr. Michael M. Krop Senior High School also
serves the area. Prior to the opening of Mourning in 2009, Krop served Sunny Isles Beach.
Major Employers:
· Trump International Resort
· Newport Beachside Resort
· Acqualina Resort & Spa on the Beach
· City of Sunny Isles Beach
· Publix Supermarket
· Marco Polo Beach Resort
· Marenas Resort
· Double Tree Hotel
· Elite Guard & Patrol Services
AVENTURA
Population: 40,531 people
Median age: 50.2 years
Aventura is a planned, suburban city in northeastern MiamiDade County, Florida, United States, 15 miles (24 km) north of Miami and part of the Miami metropolitan area of South Florida. The city is especially known for Aventura Mall, the third largest mall in the United States by total square feet of retail space and the largest mall in Florida. The city name is from the Spanish word for “adventure”, and was named “Aventura” after the developers of the original group of condominiums in the area, Eddie Lewis and Don Soffer, who had remarked “What an adventure this is going to be.”
Initially referred to as “Turnberry”, Aventura began to be developed during the early 1970s and became an incorporated city in 1995. The Aventura Police Department was formed in 1997.
Aventura is located in northeastern Miami-Dade County. It is bordered to the east by Golden Beach and Sunny Isles Beach, to the south by North Miami Beach, and to the west by unincorporated Ojus. It is bordered to the north by Hallandale Beach in Broward County. U.S. Route 1 (Biscayne Boulevard) runs along the western edge of the city, leading south 15 miles (24 km) to Downtown Miami and north 12 miles (19 km) to Fort Lauderdale. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has an area of 3.5 square miles (9.1 km2). Of that, 2.6 sq mi (6.7 km2) are land and 0.9 sq mi (2.3 km2) (24.73%) are water. The Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway and Dumfoundling Bay form the eastern border of the city, while the southern border is within Maule Lake.
The Aventura Express shuttle bus is a city-run public bus service, free to anyone in Aventura. The service runs three routes (North, Central, and South). Miami-Dade Transit’s Metrobus and Broward County Transit bus systems also run through the city. Metrobus provide connections to Metrorail and Metromover at
Government Center via Biscayne Boulevard/US 1. Over the last 30 years, travel infrastructure in Aventura has been heavily funded and influenced by developers of the many highrise condominium projects near the beach. Brightline is an inter-city rail service operating between Miami and Orlando. The Aventura station, located adjacent to the Aventura Mall, provides service along the route.
Tri-Rail commuter rail service has also been proposed to run on the FEC line. Another proposal would extend the Miami Metrorail along the US 1 corridor from Downtown Miami to the Broward County line, which would pass through Aventura and Hallandale Beach.
The most famous shopping attraction is Aventura Mall, a 2,400,000 sq ft (222,967 m2) indoor shopping center. The outdoor malls are “Aventura Town Center”, “Aventura Shopping Center”, “Aventura Commons”, “The Promenade Shops”, and “The Shoppes at the Waterways”. The city also has its own exclusive parks and recreation department which operate Founders Park, Founders Park Bayside, Waterways Park, Waterways Dog Park, Veterans Park, The Community Recreation Center, and the Aventura Arts and Cultural Center. At the geographical center of Aventura is the Turnberry Golf Course, encircled by Aventura’s Country
Club Drive. The Turnberry Golf Course is a three-mile walking/ jogging paved promenade which overlooks a multi million-dollar horticultural exhibit, lakes, opulent residential high rises, yachts and the Atlantic Ocean.
Schools
Aventura is served by the Miami-Dade County Public Schools system. Aventura Waterways K-8 Center serves as the public K-8 school of MDCPS which serves Aventura. The school is outside of the city limits but all children that live in Aventura are in the boundary for that school. Dr. Michael Krop High School in Ives Estates is currently the sole MDCPS high school serving North Miami-Dade County residents, including those of Aventura. Krop is considered to be a magnet school because it has a “Students Training in the Arts Repertory” program, and has a total student body population of 2,833.
There are also charter schools established with sponsorship from the municipal government, Aventura City of Excellence School, a K-8 school. It was for years the only public school within the City of Aventura. It is operated by a private charter school company called Charter Schools USA. Built and opened in 2003, ACES was ranked in the top 10 of all schools in Florida. The Northeast Branch of the MiamiDade Public Library System serves Aventura[27] as a means of accessing information for all education alike.
Regional universities and higher education institutions
include Florida International University: Biscayne Bay Campus (North Miami).
In 2022, Aventura became the first city in Florida to offer the opportunity for the public to text its city government. The city monitors the text messages and responds to questions and concerns.
Notable People
James Caan, actor, Jimmy Connors, tennis player, Vitas Gerulaitis, Lithuanian-American professional tennis player,
Whitney Houston, singer and actress, Jimmy Johnson, Dallas Cowboys two-time Super Bowl champion; Cowboys and later Miami Dolphins coach, Sophia Loren, Italian actress, John McEnroe, tennis player, Carlo Ponti, Italian film producer, Sid Raymond, actor and comedian, Dennis Rodman, Basketball Hall of Fame, fivetime NBA world champion, and two-time NBA All-Star, Jeffrey Rosen, billionaire businessman, Donald Soffer, real estate developer, Frankie Valli, pop singer, Alain Vigneault, NHL head coach.
GOLDEN BEACH
Population: 1,073 people
Median age: 49.8 years
History
In the late 1920’s two brothers, R.W. and Henry G. Ralston, surveyed a 1.8-milelong swath of mangroves and sand dunes. They were immediately inspired by the serene crystal-clear coastline and the prospect of opportunity. That opportunity would later become known as the Town of Golden Beach, which is one of Miami-Dade County’s oldest municipalities.
The Town of Golden Beach was incorporated, under its present status, by a special act of the Legislature of the State of Florida in 1929. Upon approval, it became a legalized community on May 23, 1929, and has remained one of purely single family homes. Presently, the Town has a total of 391 existing single-family residences, 18 of which are vacant lots. The single-family residents are distributed as follows: 131 residences along the east and west sides of A1A (ocean side)
260 residences on the mainland portion and islands on intra-coastal waterways
Nestled in exclusivity and privacy within a short driving distance from the large urban areas of Miami and Ft. Lauderdale, Golden Beach is convenient to fine dining, cultural centers, professional sports venues, and world class shopping centers such as the prestigious Shoppes of Bal Harbour.
Once noted in Ripley’s “Believe It or Not” as the Town with the only jail from which you could fish by putting a pole out of the window, Golden Beach is now renowned for its upscale image. The same qualities that once drew families such as the Firestones, DuPonts, and Roosevelts have attracted current celebrities as well as ordinary people who love to live in Golden Beach. The old mangrove swamps are now replaced by stately homes.
On May 23, 2024, coinciding with the Town’s 95th anniversary, we had the ribbon cutting ceremony commemorating the opening of our brand new Civic Center Complex
and Landfall Team Bunker which was featured in Trend Magazine. The bunker is the first of its kind in the country that can withstand a category 5 storm. It offers first responders a place to take shelter so they can render immediate aid once the weather clears without having to evacuate the area.
Recreation
The Town features 9 parks including the historic Loggia Beach Park and Pavilion which is exclusive for residents only. We recently finished our new tennis and pickleball courts and have a basketball and padel court on the horizon, along with a dog park and tot lot as well. Our Wellness Center is currently under construction with an estimated completion date in late 2026 and will feature a state-of-the-art fitness facility with various other recreational rooms and a rentable event space.
NORTH MIAMI
Population: 62,202 people
Median age: 37.2 years
North Miami is a suburban city located in northeast MiamiDade County, about 10 miles (16 km) north of Miami. The city lies on Biscayne Bay and hosts the Biscayne Bay Campus of Florida International University. Originally the “Town of Arch Creek”, the area was incorporated as the “Town of Miami Shores”, which was renamed the “Town of North Miami” in 1931. It was reincorporated as a city in 1953. The city is part of the Miami metropolitan area of South Florida. The city is also home to the Oleta River State Park, which is the state’s largest urban park.
Political Structure
The City of North Miami was incorporated on February 5, 1926. North Miami operates under a council-manager form of government. The city’s charter provides for a mayor, elected city-wide that serves up to two consecutive two-year terms;
and four council members elected by district, who each serve no more than two consecutive four-year terms. The city council serves as the policy-making body of the city. The city manager oversees the daily operations of the city and ensures that the policies, directives, resolutions and ordinances adopted by the city council are implemented and enforced. Mayor Alix Desulme is a visionary leader, educator, and advocate whose lifelong dedication to public service continues to shape the future of North Miami. Elected to serve another term on December 3,
2024, North Miami is also one of a few communities in Florida that still has an elected city clerk.
Schools
· Elementary schools:
· Benjamin Franklin Elementary School,
· Biscayne Gardens Elementary School,
· Gratigny Elementary North Miami Elementary School,
· Natural Bridge Elementary School,
· W. J. Bryan Elementary School.
Middle schools:
· Thomas Jefferson Middle School,
· North Miami Middle School.
K-8 centers:
· David Lawrence Jr. K-8 Center,
· Linda Lentin K-8 Center.
High school:
Alonzo and Tracy Mourning Senior High Biscayne Bay Campus, North Miami Senior High School. Private schools: Northwest Christian Academy, Holy Cross Lutheran School, Yeshiva Toras Chaim, Miami Union Academy SDA, Montessori School of North Miami, Get Smart Kids Academy. University: Florida International University (Biscayne Bay Campus)
Earth and water
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 10.0 square miles (26 km2). 8.5 square miles (22 km2) of it is land and 1.5 square miles (3.9 km2) of it (15.32%) is water.
NORTH MIAMI BEACH
Population: 45,655 people
Median age: 38.1 years
Political Structure
The City of North Miami Beach has a strong manager form of government. The City Commission consisting of the Mayor (Michael Joseph, Esq.) and 6 Commissioners has and exercises power and control via decision making, establishing policy for the City (legislative function), while the City Manager (Mario A. Diaz) has the responsibility for ensuring that those decisions and policies are carried out (executive function).
Demographics
Foreign born - 55,5%. Population under 5 years - 6,5%, under 18 - 22,5%, 65+ - 16,1%, female - 52%.
History
Captain William H. Fulford was attracted to what is now North Miami Beach during his Coast Guard patrol along the Atlantic side of the peninsula during the Spanish-American War. In 1881 he explored Big Snake Creek (later renamed the Oleta River) and found this area amid lowlands, marshes, and mangroves, a retreat from the fury of the Atlantic. When Henry Flagler extended the Florida East Coast Railway from West Palm Beach to Miami in 1896, he placed depots at numerous spots along the route, and small towns quickly developed around those stops. Many of the settlers to the area were homesteaders who were attracted to the area by offers of 160 acres of free land by the federal government. In 1897, utilizing the Homestead Act, Captain Fulford acquired a 160-acre land patent from President Grover Cleveland.
During the 1890s settlers established farms along the east side of the Oleta River. That area was originally named Ojus in
1897 by Albert Fitch, a farmer who wanted to grow pineapples in the rich soil. The word Ojus is a Seminole word for «plenty» or «lots of», and when Fitch was in the area, Ojus grew plenty of peas, beans, sugar cane, and tomatoes.
In 1912 Lafe Allen, a former newspaper owner, came to Florida. He and an associate purchased Captain Fulford’s original grant plus additional property with the idea of developing and selling lots. Eventually, they purchased 557 acres of land. In 1917, Mr. Allen made plans for a «perfect city» calling for 80-foot wide residential streets and 100 and 125-foot wide business thoroughfares. North Miami Beach’s street layout is as the pioneer pictured it in 1917 with wide avenues named Fulford Boulevard (now known as Northeast 172nd Street) and Flagler Boulevard (now known as Northeast 19th Avenue). The Fulfordby-the-Sea Company began selling lots in 1922. During the Florida land boom of the 1920’s, lots were sometimes sold eight times before ever being recorded.
There were a great many people from all over the United States with money to invest in the great Florida Land Boom of the mid-1920s. They flocked to South Florida in hopes of getting riches made when orange groves and swamp lands were subdivided, sold, and developed. In 1925, Carl Fisher (who built the Indianapolis Speedway in 1909) was developing Miami
Beach and envisioned this area as the winter auto racing capital of the world. He built the world’s fastest 1-1/4 mile «boardtrack» (a wooden, oval race track). It was located at the northern end of Flagler Boulevard (NE 19th Avenue) in today’s Sky Lake neighborhood before being demolished in the hurricane of 1926. The city, which had been unincorporated at the time of the great hurricane in 1926, sustained devastating damage. The speedway and radio station were blown down and demolished. The hurricane essentially ended the South Florida real estate boom, and it did not flourish again until after World War II.
Schools
Public elementary schools: Fulford Elementary School, Greynolds Park Elementary School, Madie Ives Elementary School, Oak Grove Elementary School, Ojus Elementary School, Sabal Palm Elementary. Public middle schools: Highland Oaks Middle School, John F. Kennedy Middle School, Public high schools: Alonzo and Tracy Mourning Senior High Biscayne Bay Campus, Dr. Michael Krop Senior High School, North Miami Beach Senior High School.
Private schools: Yeshiva Toras Chaim, Beth Jacob High School, Allison Academy, Toras Emes Academy Klurman Elementary School, Young Leaders Academy K-8, Fulford Christian Academy.
North Miami Beach Public Library (NMB Library), also referred to as the Lafe Allen Public Library, is a 23,000 square foot facility located at 1601 NE 164th Street in North Miami Beach, Florida. The library’s collection currently contains over 60,000 items, including both fiction and non-fiction materials, DVDs, audio books, compact discs, newspapers, magazines, and foreign language materials. Digital services include access to e-materials and reference resources, such as Florida Electronic Library, Newsbank, Reference USA, World Book, NoveList Plus, and more.[37]
In 1959, the North Miami Beach Library was initially opened inside of a storefront on NE 163rd Street as a branch of the MiamiDade Public Library System (then known as the City of Miami Library system). This location was relocated and expanded to two storefronts at the corner of NE 19th Avenue and NE 169th Street the following year.[38] In 1961, however, the city ended its attachment with the City of Miami Library system and became an independent library. During this time, the library was merely a staff of two. The staff had a minor budget of 25,000 to build the collection for the library. After residents of the City of North Miami Beach voted to build a permanent location for the library in 1964, a new building was constructed on 164th Street and opened
in 1965. Renovations to this facility in 1981 and 1994 grew the branch from its original 10,000 square feet to make room for the library’s expanding collection. The last reservation took place in 1994 and granted the facility its current dimensions at over 23,000 square feet.
Notable People
Garcelle Beauvais (actress and television personality), Andrea Bocelli (Italian tenor), Johnathan Cyprien, Louis Delmas and Max Jean-Gilles (former NFL stars), Paul Gleason (film and television actor), MC Jin (rapper, actor, and comedian), Brad Meltzer (novelist), Sheryl Sandberg (technology and business executive, philanthropist, and writer).
HALLANDALE BEACH
www.hallandalebeachfl.gov
Population: 43,043 people
Median age: 45.8 years
Demographics and Population
Hallandale Beach is an extremely ethnically-diverse city. The people who call Hallandale Beach home describe themselves as belonging to a variety of racial and ethnic groups. The greatest number of Hallandale Beach residents report their race to be White, followed by Black or AfricanAmerican. Hallandale Beach also has a sizeable Hispanic population. People of Hispanic or Latino origin account for 35.89% of the city’s residents. Important ancestries of people in Hallandale Beach include Italian, Russian, Haitian, German, and Irish.
· Hallandale Beach also has a high percentage of its population that was born in another country: 47.87%
There were 18,051 households, out of which 12.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 35.8% were married couples living together, 9.1% had a female
householder with no husband present, and 51.8% were nonfamilies. 45.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 25.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.88 and the average family size was 2.60.
· The population: 13.2% under the age of 18, 5.3% from 18 to 24, 22.9% from 25 to 44, 22.8% from 45 to 64, and 35.8% who are 65 years of age or older.
Schools
Hallandale Beach’s public schools are part of Broward County Public Schools. In almost all areas, elementary and middle school students are zoned for Gulfstream Academy of Hallandale Beach K-8.A portion of the city is zoned to Colbert Elementary School and McNicol Middle School. In all areas, high school students are zoned for Hallandale High School. Private academies eschewing the public system are present in the area.
HOLLYWOOD
Population: 155,527 people
Median age: 41.0 years
The City of Hollywood is a beachfront community located in southeastern Broward County midway between Miami and Fort Lauderdale.
Founded by Joseph Young in 1925, Hollywood is approximately 30 square miles in size and is Broward’s third-largest municipality with a population of roughly 143,000 residents.
Hollywood has an average annual high temperature of 83 degrees and low temperature of 68 degrees.
Hollywood is home to more than 60 parks, seven golf courses, seven miles of pristine beaches, and the one-of-a-kind Hollywood Beach Boardwalk, a promenade that stretches nearly 2.5 miles along the Atlantic Ocean. Named one of America’s Best Beach Boardwalks by Travel + Leisuremagazine, this brick-paved thoroughfare hosts pedestrians, joggers, bicyclists, rollerblades, and millions of others every year. Dozens of eateries and inns line the Boardwalk and the promenade also features the Hollywood Beach Theatre, a children’s water playground at Charnow Park, and many other attractions. Hollywood Beach also offers dozens of luxury hotels and condominiums such as the
Diplomat Resort & Spa Hollywood, Trump Hollywood, and Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort.
Hollywood has steadily grown into a dynamic business hub with more than 10,000 companies in the City. Approximately 80 percent of Port Everglades, the world’s secondbusiest cruise port, is located in Hollywood and the port is home to Royal Caribbean’s Allure of the Seas and Oasis of the Seas, the largest cruise liners in the world. Hollywood also provides easy access to Fort Lauderdale/ Hollywood International Airport and Miami International Airport, a major gateway to Latin America.
Hollywood is a city on Florida’s east coast, between Fort Lauderdale and Miami. Palmdotted Hollywood Beach is backed by the long Hollywood Beach Broadwalk. ArtsPark at Young Circle features an outdoor amphitheater and a striking fountain. Nearby, the Art and Culture Center of Hollywood offers contemporary exhibitions and performances. The Anne Kolb Nature Center is a reserve with mangrove trails and an aquarium.
FORT LAUDERDALE
www.fortlauderdale.gov
Population: 182,595 people
Median age: 43.2 years
Fort Lauderdale is a city on Florida’s southeastern coast, known for its beaches and boating canals. The Strip is a promenade running along oceanside highway A1A. It’s lined with upscale outdoor restaurants, bars, boutiques and luxury hotels. Other attractions include the International Swimming Hall of Fame, with pools and a museum of memorabilia, and Hugh Taylor Birch State Park, featuring
trails and a lagoon. Fort LauderdaleHollywood International Airport in the city’s main airport and is the fastestgrowing major airport in the country. Fort Lauderdale is home to Port Everglades, the nation’s third busiest cruise port. It is Florida’s deepest port, and is an integral petroleum receiving point.
Demographics and Population
Fort Lauderdale is ethnicallydiverse city. Those of (non-Hispanic
white) European ancestry accounted for 52.5% of Fort Lauderdale’s population - Irish, German, Italian, English, Polish, French, Russian and others. 31.0% of Fort Lauderdale’s population are those of African ancestry.
The city population is spread out, with 17.6% under the age of 18, 8.1% from 18 to 24, 28.4% from 25 to 44, 30.6% from 45 to 64, and 15.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age is 42.2 years. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there are 113.1 males.
Beaches and Waterways
Greater Fort Lauderdale boasts 24 miles of golden sandy shores. Fort Lauderdale has earned its nickname as the Venice of America, thanks to 300 miles of inland waterways.
Schools
Broward County Public Schools operates 23 public schools in Fort Lauderdale. Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT) results for Fort Lauderdale’s public schools: 10 (of 16) elementary schools and one (of 4) middle schools received “A” or “B” grades.
Broward County Public Schools (BCPS) is the sixth-largest school district in the nation and the second-largest in the state of Florida. BCPS is Florida’s first fully accredited school system since 1962, serving more than 256,000 students and approximately 110,000 adult students in 240 schools, centers and technical colleges, and 90 charter schools.
BCPS supports a diverse student population, representing 170 different countries and speaking 147 languages.
BOCA RATON
Population: 102,240 people
Median age: 47.1 years
Boca Raton, the second largest city in the Palm Beaches, is a community where history and innovation come together. Influenced by the notable architect, Addison Mizner, Boca Raton was built around an elegant Mediterranean Revival style that later grew into a vibrant city full of rich art and culture. From live concerts and international art exhibits to outdoor festivals and world-class museums, Boca Raton's dynamic cultural scene offers unique experiences for all ages. Boca Raton has five miles of beautiful Atlantic coastline and 46 parks with 1,650 acres of recreational space to encourage a healthy and active lifestyle. One of the first cities in the U.S. to adopt a tree protection ordinance, the City of Boca Raton boasts landscapes with endless nature trails, green spaces and waterfront activities.
Boca Raton also has a thriving business community that was pioneered from the development of the personal computer (PC) at the Boca Raton-based IBM campus in 1967. Today, over 30 corporate headquarters, from innovative startups to large corporations, call the City of Boca Raton home. The Boca Raton
Airport offers a customs facility that welcomes travelers from all over the world, conveniently putting them minutes away from business centers, entertainment, world-class dining and one of South Florida’s top luxury shopping malls that features a mix of upscale specialty shops and department stores.
Demographics & Population
Growing at a rate of about 1,000 new residents per year since the turn of the century, Boca Raton is a popular community for families and a great place for seniors to retire.
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While the area isn’t as diverse as nearby cities like Miami, Boca Raton demographics show that the city is currently made up of about 86% Caucasian, 4.5% African American, and 3% Asian. The gender split is pretty even with a slight advantage for women at 51.88%, followed closely by men at 48.12%.
Great Neighborhoods
Covering an area of about 32 square miles, Boca Raton communities are beautiful, comfortable, and family-friendly. Living in Boca Raton offers a variety of lifestyles ranging from people with kids to retirees looking for peace and quiet.
With great options all over the city, some of the best Boca Raton neighborhoods are:
· Pearl City
· Century Village
· Yamato
· West Deerfield Beach
Schools
If you’re relocating to Boca Raton with children, your kids will be joining about 11,452 students already living in the area. Making up about 12% of the population in Boca Raton, local children are part of the highly ranked Palm Beach School District.
With great education programs all over the city, the top schools in Boca Raton include:
· Addison Mizner Elementary School
· Calusa Elementary School
· Don Estridge High Tech Middle School
· A.D. Henderson University School & FAU High School
· Spanish River Community High School (Ranked 41st top high school in Florida)
· Boca Raton Community High School (Ranked 48th top high school in Florida)
There are two colleges in Boca Raton offering secondary education to students in town. Florida Atlantic University has strong degree programs in business, education, and nursing. Lynn University is another good option for local graduates to consider.
Jobs
The median household income in Boca Raton is $76,218. While most people living in the area work nearby, there are some who commute from Boca Raton to West Palm Beach, Fort Lauderdale, and even as far as Miami.
The largest employers offering reliable jobs in Boca Raton include:
· Office Depot Headquarters
· IBM Corporation
· Cancer Treatment Centers of America
· US Foods
· Careers USA
· ADT
· American Household, Inc.
Tropical Weather
With only about 46 miles from Boca Raton to Miami, you can expect a near-identical tropical climate loved by everyone who both lives and visits there. The weather in Boca Raton brings warm, humid summers with temperatures between the upper 70s to low 90s. While winters are generally short and wet with temps ranging from the low 60s to mid-70s and 60 inches of rain per year.
This beautiful Boca Raton weather offers lots of opportunities to enjoy amazing outdoor activities like Red Reef Park, Sugar Sand Park, and the Spanish River Park.
Tips for Moving to Boca Raton
· Join a growing Miami suburb that locals love.
· Enjoy loads of fun things to do and hot restaurants.
· Make sure the cost of living fits your budget.
· Living in Boca Raton means great neighborhoods, dependable schools, and good jobs.
· You’ll love the Boca Raton climate.
WEST PALM BEACH
Population: 120,915 people
Median age: 40.2 years
West Palm Beach is a larger medium-sized coastal city (i.e. on the ocean, a bay, or inlet) located in the state of Florida. With a population of 111,955 people and 53 constituent neighborhoods, West Palm Beach is the 20th largest community in Florida.
Unlike some cities where white-collar or blue-collar occupations dominate the local economy, West Palm Beach is neither predominantly one nor the other. Instead, it has a mixed workforce of both white- and blue-collar jobs. Overall, West Palm Beach is a city of service providers, sales and office workers, and professionals. There are especially a lot of people living in West Palm Beach who work in sales jobs (12.84%), office and administrative support (10.73%), and management occupations (8.70%).
Another interesting thing about West Palm Beach, despite not being a huge city, is that there is a relatively high proportion of people living here who are young, single, and upwardly-mobile professionals. This makes it a good choice for
other relocating single professionals. Here, these young singles will find many others like themselves, with opportunities for friendships, socializing, romance, and fun.
One of the nice things about West Palm Beach is that it is nautical, which means that parts of it are somewhat historic and touch the ocean or tidal bodies of water, such as inlets and bays. Because of this, visitors and locals will often go to these areas to take in the scenery or to enjoy waterfront activities.
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Demographics and Population
The education level of West Palm Beach citizens is very high relative to the national average among all cities (21.84%): 34.39% of adults in West Palm Beach have a bachelor’s degree or even advanced degree.
West Palm Beach is an extremely ethnically-diverse city. The people who call West Palm Beach home describe themselves as belonging to a variety of racial and ethnic groups. The greatest number of West Palm Beach residents report their race to be White, followed by Black or AfricanAmerican and Hispanic population.
Foreign born people are also an important part of West Palm Beach’s cultural character, accounting for 27.76% of the city’s population.
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JACKSONVILLE
Population: 1,009,833
Median age: 36.7 years
What makes Jacksonville stand out
Jacksonville Jazz Festival
Held every Memorial Day weekend, the Jacksonville Jazz Festival is one of the largest festivals in the country. Spanning 15 blocks downtown, the festival features live jazz, local food and a vibrant street atmosphere. The best part? It’s free!
Museum of Science and History (MOSH)
Jacksonville’s MOSH features Northeast Florida’s cultural history, interactive exhibits and the Bryan-Gooding Planetarium–the largest single-lens planetarium in the world. Visitors can attend a cosmic concert, a guided tour along the St. Johns River or host their own parties.
Jacksonville Art Walk
If you’re big on shopping local, you don’t want to miss Jacksonville’s Art Walk. Here you’ll find a free tour through downtown Jacksonville, featuring pop-up galleries,
Quick Facts
· Jacksonville is the largest city in the continental United States with over 840 square miles.
· Jacksonville was named for General Andrew Jackson, the first military governor of Florida who, incidentally, never visited Jacksonville.
· Duval Street, like the county, was named for William Pope Duval, the first Territorial Governor of Florida.
· Isiah Hart, who founded Jacksonville, named two of the city’s first streets after his daughters, Julia and Laura.
· Hemming Park, the city’s oldest public park, is named for Charles C. Hemming, a Civil War veteran and Jacksonville native.
· The Mayport Ferry is Florida’s only public auto ferry and connects Jacksonville’s beaches to the Fernandina Beach and Amelia Island areas.
· The St. Johns River is one of just a few rivers in North America that flows north instead of south.
· The eclectic Five Points area, with unique shops and dining experiences, is named for its landmark five-way intersection.
· The military employs over 30,000 active-duty personnel and nearly 20,000 civilians in the Jacksonville area.
marketplaces, food trucks and music. Art Walk takes place on the first Wednesday of every month (except January) from 5-9 p.m. Visiting downtown Jacksonville for Art Walk is a great way to immerse yourself in the Jacksonville art scene. Downtown Vision, Inc., the event producer, reports that more than 5,000 art enthusiasts attend monthly to see the work of over 100 artists.
“Attending Art Walk is a great way to be part of the arts scene here in Jacksonville,” notes previous event manager Alexandra Abreu-Figueroa. “Each month we see more than 60 venues, 250 artists and 800 attendees. We encourage residents to come meet people, buy some artwork and be a part of the experience, and we look forward to seeing those numbers grow!”
Alhambra Theatre & Dining
With a thriving live performance scene, you can’t miss Jacksonville’s theater entertainment. Alhambra Theatre & Dining is the nation’s oldest operating professional dinner theatre–not to mention the only professional theater between Atlanta and Miami. Enjoy themed, delicious dinners with each entertaining show.
Riverside Arts Market
Enjoy Jacksonville’s arts, food and music scenes as they merge every Saturday from March through November. Browse artist’s handmade creations and local food vendors as you enjoy loads of live music. There’s even a weekly kids’ activity for the little ones!
Living in Jacksonville
Living in Jacksonville, comes with endless perks. From miles of natural beauty to thrilling attractions, Jax offers an array of neighborhoods for young professionals, couples and families. Not to mention, the median age in Jacksonville is 35 - younger than any other city in Florida.
San Marco
San Marco was built in the 1920s to resemble the Piazza San Marco in Italy. Here you’ll find an eclectic arts and shopping district with trendy bistros, distinctive boutiques and a diverse population.
Location: South of downtown and north of Mandarin. The neighbors: Single professionals, creatives and artists.
Northside
Once a heavy industrial area, the Northside has turned into a residential area with several acre lots and new home developments. It’s also close to the airport, shopping and several state parks and nature preserves. While downtown Jax is only minutes away, the Northside remains somewhat rural and peaceful.
Location: 20 minutes northeast of the city. The neighbors: Families, retirees and first-time homebuyers.
The Beachfront
Did somebody say Salt Life? The Atlantic, Neptune and Jacksonville Beach areas host some of the priciest and desirable neighborhoods in Jacksonville. The median home price in the area is around $335,000, which comes with close access to the water and outdoor life.
Location: East of Jacksonville along the coast. The neighbors: Families and retirees.
Southside
Southside and Mandarin are loaded with history and boast some of the most stunning river views in all of Jacksonville. The residential area has a low crime rate, great schools and an extensive network of parks and recreation development. It was even described as a “tropical paradise” by author Harriet Beecher Stowe.
Location: South of San Marco along the St. Johns River. The neighbors: Families with young children and young couples buying their first home.
Westside
If you love the water and prefer living in a rural setting, the Westside and Orange Park are for you. The Westside area features full-service marinas, boating facilities and the Naval Air Station Jacksonville. This neighborhood offers reasonable house prices, several-acre lots and a relaxing break from the hustle and bustle downtown.
Location: Just south of Jacksonville and west of the St. Johns River.
The neighbors: Navy families, horse lovers and people who desire land.
NAPLES
Population: 20,168 people
Median age: 66.3 years
Welcome to Naples Florida
Welcome to Naples, a paradise of sun, shore and nature harmoniously blended with the cosmopolitan and cultural center this city has become. Despite its metropolitan population and myriad housing developments, Naples remembers its Indian and early pioneering heritage. This diversity combined with its host of attractions, amenities and activities make Naples a great place to live and visit. We’re showcasing all that Naples Florida has to offer right here. Make this web site your springboard for jumping into the Cities and Lifestyles that make up our paradise!
Naples Pier
THE OLDE NAPLES PIER
First came the hotel, and then the pier.
In January, 1888, there was no pier. The Naples Company found and purchased the fastest steamship on the coast: Captain Merritt’s «Fearless». This ship, which ran from Punta Gorda to Naples, entered through Gordon’s Pass, up into the Bay of Naples, according to the Company’s promotional brochure. However, in low tide, passengers had to be shuttled ashore by «lighters» out in the Gulf, which featured troublesome sandbars (and some rock’n’roll).
Thus, a construction contract was let to Captain James Canty in Ft. Myers in June, 1888, for a 600-foot T-shaped wharf in 18 feet deep water on the Gulf side, facing the hotel. Pilings and timbers were off-loaded in the surf and towed ashore.
When the hotel opened in January, 1889, the wooden pier had just been completed. It was the place for passengers, freight, and fishing. The post office was located at the foot of the pier (where it stayed until 1922, when an accidental cigarette fire destroyed the building and part of the pier).
A combination boardwalk and tramway fitted with rails extended from the foot of the pier, along Pier Street (now called Twelfth Avenue South), to the hotel. A cart could easily roll materials and luggage, but children loved getting on for a push. By 1909, a bathhouse and changing rooms were available; freight lifts had also been added. Then, the unwelcome guests arrived!
Featured Naples Attractions
Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens
Rediscover natural fun in the heart of Naples. Explore this nationally accredited zoo with animals from alligators to zebras blended into a historic botanical garden - two attractions in one! See Tiger Forest, Panther Glade, and African Oasis. Enjoy exciting wildlife presentations all day and a cruise past islands of monkeys.
Everglades Backcountry Experience - Fishing and backcountry excursions with Capt. Rodney Raffield. Enjoy the beauty and wildlife of the Everglades on a unique fishing trip through the 10,000 Islands and Everglades.
See Manatees Sightseeing Adventure - Everglades Florida
Take the whole family on this exciting private boat trip into a remote Everglades manatee hideout. Manatee Sightseeing Eco-Adventure is based in Port of the Islands near Naples and Marco Island, Florida.
Naples Historical Society - The purpose of the Society is to encourage interest in the history and heritage of Collier County and to preserve historical assets for our community and future generations.
SARASOTA
Population: 57,764 people
Median age: 48.9 years
The Sarasota metropolitan area is a metropolitan area located in Southwest Florida. The metropolitan area is defined by the Office of Management and Budget as the North Port–Sarasota–Bradenton metropolitan statistical area as a metropolitan statistical area consisting of Manatee County and Sarasota County.
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Sarasota
Welcome to the City of Sarasota! Whether you are in town for the day, the week, the month or to live, you have made the right choice to be here. Our vision is to be a world-class community and treasured destination, with enduring natural
beauty, charm and diversity. That vision will have you falling in love with the area the moment you arrive. Sarasota is a great place to live, work, and play.
Walkability around town and the variety of businesses available make your day; safe, healthy and convenient. With downtown providing the dynamic heartbeat, this is a community with an abundance of outdoor activities both on the water and on land. Residents and visitors enjoy fishing, sailing, swimming, kayaking, and boating, and the indoor activities range from museums and galleries, to shows and the opera. There is truly something for everyone of every age.
Following a day of shopping or taking advantage of Sarasota’s many activities, stop by one of our many fine and diverse eateries for dinner and cocktails with friends or family. Enjoy!
History
“In 1936, the City of Sarasota acquired approximately 40 acres of land for a Bayfront civic center. It was located just south of 10th Street and between North Tamiami Trail and the bay. Mayor E. A. Smith announced plans to construct «one of the finest recreation centers in the South” on the property.” – Sarasota History Alive
Built in 1938, Art Deco and Modern design is a community landmark. Designed by Chicago architect, Thomas Reed Martin and Clarence A. Martin, the auditorium has become a focal point for Sarasota’s cultural scene as well. During World War II, the auditorium served as the Army and Navy Club for Sarasota’s service men and women. Throughout our history, the Sarasota
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Municipal Auditorium has hosted the Florida West Coast Symphony, Sarasota Youth Orchestra’s Debutante Ball, the Miss Florida pageant, and countless area high school homecomings and proms. Prior to the Van Wezel opening, the SMA was the premier concert hall and showcased a variety of musical performances from Louis “Satchmo” Armstrong to “Earth, Wind, &Fire.”
Listed with the U.S. National Register of Historic Places, it is frequented by more than 100,000 visitors annually. Historically renovated in 1994, the hardwood maple floors and 39’ tall ceiling provide great acoustics and the right atmosphere for any event or activity. From seminars, trade shows, and business meetings to weddings, concerts and banquets, the Sarasota Municipal Auditorium helps make every event a memorable success.
Sarasota Arts: Museums, Theatres, and Institutions
Asolo Repertory Theatre - A world-renowned acting company known for producing the highest quality professional theatre in true rotating repertory.
Art Center Sarasota - ACS continually puts on popular, culturally significant exhibitions, classes, workshops, artist demonstrations, lectures, discussions, critiques, receptions and special events.
Sarasota Ballet - the Gulf Coast of Florida’s first and only professional ballet company, bring high quality artistic performances to the community.
Sarasota Film Society – a nonprofit, membersupported organization, dedicated to providing the highest levels of entertainment and education to the public from all areas of the film industry.
Sarasota Opera – Performing in the historic restored Sarasota Opera House The Sarasota Opera is an internationally respected producer of the highest quality professional opera.
Sarasota Orchestra – The 80-member Orchestra performs more than 100 classical, pops and family concerts each year, and thrives as the oldest continuing orchestra in the state of Florida.
Van Wezel Performing Arts Hal l – Set along the bayfront, the landmark Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall has been entertaining audiences with a variety of music, dance, theater and comedy for more than 35 years.
Circus Sarasota – Sarasota’s own resident circus. Circus Sarasota presents exciting professional family entertainment in winter performances under the big-top and special events and classes throughout the year.
Crowley Museum and Nature Center – The selfguided nature trail winds through the property from dry pine flatwoods, shady oak hammocks, over the Maple Branch swamp, and out to the edge of Tatum Sawgrass Marsh along the Myakka River. The wide trails offer easy and pleasant walking conditions that are enjoyed by people of all ages and abilities. The Museum exhibits a variety of historic objects, household furnishings and tools.
John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art – The Museum of Art, built by John Ringling to house his personal collection of masterpieces, today features paintings and sculptures by the great Old Masters including Rubens, van Dyck, Velázquez, Titian, Tintoretto, Veronese, El Greco, Gainsborough and more. In addition you can tour the Càd’Zan Mansion, the Ringlings’ dazzling palatial mansion with its 56 furnished rooms, a tribute to the American Dream which reflects the splendor and romance of Italy. Also housed on the grounds is the famous Circus Museum celebrating the American circus and its history.
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens – The 9.5-acre bayfront Selby Gardens property is an open-air and under-glass museum of more than 20,000 colorful plants. The gardens specialize in tropical plants, especially epiphytes (plants that grow on other plants). Selby Gardens is perhaps best known for its living collection of more than 6,000 orchids.
Mote Marine Laboratory – At Mote Aquarium, you can explore the secrets of the sea through touch pools, viewable-working labs and high-tech interactive exhibits that showcase the world-renowned research of Mote Marine Laboratory. See sharks, dolphins, manatees and sea turtles, along with more than 100 other species of marine life.
Airports
· Sarasota Bradenton International Airport
· Tampa International Airport
ST PETERSBURG
Population: 267,102 people
Median age: 43.1 years
5th largest city in Florida
St. Petersburg still retains much of the resort-town flavor its founders cherished, a community of pelicans, porpoises, endless sunshine and sailboats.
In 1875, General John Williams came from Detroit and bought 2,500 acres of land on Tampa Bay. He envisioned a grand city with beautiful parks and broad streets, a trademark of today’s St. Petersburg. The city’s first hotel was named after his birthplace, Detroit.
Thirteen years later, Peter Demens, a noble Russian aristocrat, brought the Orange Belt Railway to St. Petersburg. On June 8, 1888, the first train arrived, carrying empty freight cars and one passenger, a shoe salesman from Savannah. Demens named the city after his birthplace, St. Petersburg, Russia.
St. Petersburg incorporated as a city in June 1903.
St. Petersburg welcomes you to enjoy one of America’s most popular destinations, from the city’s vibrant downtown filled with museums, art galleries, shopping, dining and major
league sporting activities to some of the nation’s top ranked beaches.
Climate
Average temperature - 73.7 degrees. Average days of sunshine per year - 361. The «Sunshine City» holds a Guinness World Record for logging the most consecutive days of sunshine - a stretch lasting 768 days that began in 1967.
Parks
137 parks on approximately 2,300 acres of public land are dedicated to parks and recreation, including a seven mile preserved downtown waterfront -- the third largest urban waterfront park system in North America. Unique parks include the 245-acre Boyd Hill Nature Preserve, the botanical attraction Sunken Gardens, Treasure Island Beach on the Gulf of Mexico, and the historic Weedon Island Preserve. The Pinellas Trail, a 37-mile hiking/ biking trail, connects St. Petersburg with central and north Pinellas County-the longest urban linear trail in the Eastern U.S.
Venues & Unique Facilities
St. Petersburg has a remarkable collection of special facilities including its landmark Pier, currently under redevelopment; Tropicana Field, an enclosed baseball stadium and home to the Tampa Bay Rays, the Mahaffey Theater, the Coliseum, a 1920s restored dance hall and event venue, the historic Shuffleboard and Lawn Bowling Complex, 18 recreation centers, six public libraries, the southeast’s largest city marina with a ship store, the Port of St. Petersburg and the Albert Whitted Airport.
Sports and Outdoor Recreation
Enjoy three award-winning public golf courses, nine public pools including an Olympic-size training facility located on Tampa Bay, 80 lighted tennis courts, six dog parks, two skateboard parks, a BMX bicycle track, a Jai Alai fronton and a flying disc golf playing facility at Maximo Park.
Annual Events
St. Petersburg is home to more than 1,000 special events and festivals each year, including the Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg , the St. Anthony’s Triathlon swim/bike/run contest drawing ITU (International Triathlon Union) professional triathletes, yachting events, the Mainsail Arts Festival, Green Thumb Festival, Ribfest, Bluesfest, American Stage in the Park, St. Petersburg Pride, the Drum Major for Justice Dr. M.L. King
Jr. Parade and related celebrations, the Miss Florida Pageant, Snowfest and First Night St. Petersburg.
Arts & Culture
St. Petersburg has been ranked the No. 1 Arts Destination for cities its size for three consecutive years. Visit St. Petersburg’s collection of world-famous museums and galleries, including the Salvador Dali Museum, Museum of Fine Arts, The Chihuly Collection, St. Petersburg Museum of History, Great Explorations , and Florida Holocaust Museum, Florida CraftArt, American Stage, The Morean Arts Center, and the Dr. Carter G. Woodson African American History Museum. In addition, St. Petersburg is home to the Florida Orchestra, and the Mahaffey Theater (a performing arts hall), the Palladium Theater, St. Petersburg Opera and residential theater companies including American Stage, freeFall Theatre, A Simple Theatre (at Eckerd College), and St. Petersburg City Theater.
Hospitals
· Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital
· Bayfront Health - St. Petersburg
· St. Anthony’s Hospital
· St. Pete General Hospital
Real Estate in Florida
AVENIA: The Embodiment of Sophistication and Artistry of FENDI Casa, Redefining
Thoughtful Living in Aventura
Across South Florida, luxury homebuyers are becoming more deliberate about how and where they live. For many families, that intention extends well beyond traditional finishes or amenities. It includes the ability to observe religious traditions with ease, to walk within a connected neighborhood, and to feel anchored in a community that supports their lifestyle and beliefs. As these priorities come into a sharper focus, they begin to influence how new luxury residential buildings are designed in South Florida, with Aventura emerging as one of the most natural settings for this evolution.
Set within one of South Florida’s most established Jewish communities, Avenia, Interiors by FENDI Casa, offers residences the balance of refined design with cultural awareness. The boutique development brings together privacy, elegance, and options such as kosher kitchens, offering a residential experience that feels both elevated and practical.
Aventura has long been valued for its walkability, proximity to synagogues, kosher markets, schools, and community institutions, and its appeal to multigenerational families seeking continuity and connection. For residents who observe Shabbat and Jewish holidays, Avenia’s privileged location allows buyers to walk to religious services, gather naturally with neighbors, and maintain familiar routines that are an essential element in how a home supports life and enduring tradition.
The 22-residence building includes Shabbat elevators, so residents can move throughout the building in accordance with religious observance. Prospective buyers also have the option to upgrade to a kosher kitchen, accommodating dietary restrictions and eliminating the need for future retrofitting. These elements are seamlessly integrated into the project instead of being introduced as secondary considerations.
For Fernando de Nuñez y Lugones, Co-Founder and CEO of Vertical Developments, this approach reflects a broader shift in the luxury market. “At Avenia, luxury goes beyond traditional amenities; it’s about creating a residence that respects traditions, routines, and also acknowledges the existing community in this city and their needs.”
Rather than pursuing scale, Avenia embraces an intimate residential model. With only 22 residences, the building offers a sense of familiarity and discretion that many buyers have increasingly started to value. The boutique-style living creates a quieter environment while still delivering hightouch services and thoughtfully curated shared spaces for families who prioritize privacy, security, and connection. Interiors by FENDI Casa bring a refined aesthetic grounded in Italian craftsmanship and heritage, blending elegance with warmth and everyday functionality.
Residences are designed to feel timeless and livable, supporting both daily routines and meaningful gatherings with open living spaces and private bedrooms. In many Jewish households, the home serves as the setting for Shabbat dinners, holidays, and multigenerational moments. What distinguishes Avenia is the seamless integration of these lifestyle considerations within a seamless luxury framework, with residences featuring dedicated dining rooms and kosher kitchens, and a generously proportioned and beautifully appointed resident’s lounge designed to accommodate larger gatherings and occasions.
As Aventura is a sought-after destination for Jewish families, with buyers seeking homes that seamlessly integrate religious traditions and everyday community life. Stability and familiarity are a top priority, with families preferring residences that feel established and enduring, reflecting a larger desire to combine luxury living, tradition, and community all in one place.
In this context, Avenia Aventura represents more than the new premier residential address and first branded residence in the city in over a decade. The development represents a shift toward a more thoughtful, responsive expression of luxury. By recognizing faith, culture, and daily life as integral to meaningful design, the project reflects a new standard in high-end living. For Jewish buyers, finding a home that honors both their values and their expectations for comfort and elegance has become essential.
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История Трехсвятительского храма в городе Голливуд (Флорида) — это летопись веры, преодолевшей десятилетия. Основанный в 1962 году, приход прошел через расцвет и тяжелые испытания, но сегодня он переживает свое истинное возрождение, находясь под священным омофором Русской Православной Церкви Заграницей (РПЦЗ).
В истории каждого храма есть люди, на чьих плечах он держится в самые трудные времена. Когда приход пришел в упадок и здание планировали продать, верными церкви остались лишь двое — американец Кэрри (в крещении Серафим) и нынешняя староста Лариса Джонсон-Горчакова.
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Ошибка №1. Ориентироваться только на ежемесячный платёж Часто покупателю показывают «красивую цифру», не объясняя, за счёт чего она получилась: увеличенный срок, дополнительные комиссии, навязанные услуги.
Важно: оценивать полную стоимость сделки, а не только ежемесячный платёж.
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Ошибка №4. Покупка без проверки истории автомобиля Даже «почти новый» автомобиль может иметь скрытые нюансы: коммерческое использование, повреждения, проблемы с обслуживанием.
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Banks
Grove Bank & Trust: A Century of Resilience and Heart in the City That Never Stops Growing
As Miami approaches its second century as a world-class city, one of its most trusted financial institutions prepares to celebrate a remarkable milestone of its own. In 2026, Grove Bank & Trust marks 100 years of service, standing as a testament to resilience, innovation, and the deep human connections that have shaped the city’s spirit.
Founded in 1926 in the heart of Coconut Grove, a vibrant village known for its creativity, diversity, and pioneering energy, the bank opened its doors at a time when Miami was young and full of promise. Yet, within weeks of its founding, history tested that promise. The Great Hurricane of 1926 struck with devastating force, leveling homes, ending the region’s real estate boom, and forever changing the trajectory of the young city.
For many businesses, it was the end. For Grove Bank & Trust, it was the beginning of a lifelong commitment to stand by its community through every storm, literal and economic.
When the stock market crash of 1929 followed, bringing widespread uncertainty, Grove Bank & Trust held firm. The bank extended lifelines to residents and local institutions alike, among them the University of Miami, which was struggling to recover. In those difficult years, the bank became a source of hope, pioneering home construction loans that not only put people back to work but also helped rebuild neighborhoods and restore optimism across South Florida.
Building Miami’s Future, One Dream at a Time
Through the 1930s and 1940s, as Miami began to find its footing again, Grove Bank & Trust became more than a financial institution; it became a partner in progress. The bank helped families achieve home ownership, provided loans to small businesses, and supported emerging enterprises that would later become national success stories.
Among its early partners was a fledgling trucking company, Ryder Trucks, that started in South Florida before expanding nationwide. It was a glimpse into the bank’s enduring philosophy: that when you invest in people, communities flourish.
Over the decades, Grove Bank & Trust played a quiet but crucial role in many of Miami’s defining moments. It financed the historic dredging of the Port of Miami, which transformed the city into one of the world’s great international gateways. It backed key infrastructure projects that supported Miami’s evolution from a coastal town into a thriving global metropolis.
Through wars, recessions, hurricanes, and booms, the bank’s steady presence has mirrored Miami’s own, forward-looking, diverse, and full of resilience.
Rooted in Tradition, Focused on Tomorrow
Today, Grove Bank & Trust remains proudly headquartered in Coconut Grove, where the banyan trees still shade the same streets that
witnessed its earliest years. From that original spirit of neighborhood service, a network of branches across Miami-Dade County has grown, each committed to offering personalized private banking and wealth management with the warmth and care that come from nearly a century of relationships.
As Grove Bank & Trust approaches its Centennial Celebration in 2026, the moment offers not only a look back at history, but a celebration of what makes Miami unique — its ability to reinvent itself without ever losing its heart. For generations of families, entrepreneurs, and dreamers, Grove Bank & Trust has been a partner in that story — a reminder that true legacy is built not just on numbers, but on trust.
Grove Bank & Trust Locations
Aventura Branch: 20801 Biscayne Blvd, Suite 103, Aventura, FL 33180
Coconut Grove Branch: 2701 South Bayshore Drive, Coconut Grove, FL 33133
South Miami Branch: 5850 Sunset Drive, South Miami, FL 33143
Palmetto Bay Branch: 14695 South Dixie Highway, Palmetto Bay, FL 33176
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15 Years of Impact: How RAC South Florida Became a Driving Force for Unity and Business Growth
RAC South Florida recently marked a milestone 15-year anniversary celebrating impact, growth, and leadership within the business community. For a decade and a half, the chamber has promoted local businesses and helped professionals build the connections they need to expand, grow, and thrive. By creating powerful referral networks and high-visibility opportunities, RAC has positioned countless entrepreneurs and companies in front of the audiences that matter most. Its purpose has always been clear: to move businesses forward and strengthen the community through meaningful connection.
Founded with the mission of bringing people together and creating opportunity, RAC has consistently translated that vision into real business growth. Through the chamber’s network, companies expand their reach, strengthen their client base, and gain access to trusted referral channels that drive results. This track record
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Members exchange referrals, share knowledge, and collaborate in ways that drive collective growth, often forming lifelong friendships along the way. As RAC looks to the future, its commitment remains unchanged: strengthening these connections and continuing to serve as a trusted voice and resource for the community.
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By Dr. Angela Berkovich, DMD
Modern dentistry has entered an era defined by precision, predictability, and preservation. Today, restoring a smile is not simply about replacing what is missing — it is about protecting long-term health, maintaining facial harmony, and delivering results designed to last.
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In an era of algorithms and instant digital decisions, Natallia Platava stands for something more profound: strategic vision and human intuition. As the founder of the Miamibased World Employment Agency (WEA), Natallia has transformed recruitment into a platform for precisioncrafted professional alliances across the U.S. and beyond.
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WEA operates on what Natallia calls the “Philosophy of Alignment.” This isn't just about filling vacancies; it’s about the subtle synchronization of competencies, values, and cultural codes. Serving private families and the professional elite, the agency understands that at this level, the cost of error is high. Here, experience and a personalized touch are the ultimate deciders. WEA builds relationships the way reputations are made: consistently, thoughtfully, and for the long term.
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The agency’s influence extends far beyond the office. Natallia regularly hosts elegant cultural and business evenings in Miami—intimate gatherings for those who value the quality of their connections. A key partner in this ecosystem is Hilton Hotel Aventura. At a recent event, WEA expressed special gratitude to Tatiana Pustovit, Hilton event manager, owner of Art US Nation Association, for her unwavering trust and professional collaboration, reinforcing a business environment where reputation and stability are the norm.
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Sophia’s Pharmacy: The Beauty Of Personalized Care
Differentiating themselves from the American pharmacy model, Sophia’s is the equivalent of Neiman Marcus with a dedicated RX team who operate like a concierge service - always available and delivered to your door.
STORY BY ERIN MICHELLE NEWBERG, PHOTOS BY ARMANDO COLLS/COLLS FINE ART PHOTOGRAPHY
There are few things in life that truly surprise me anymore, especially in the realm of healthcare. Between long lines, endless phone calls, and the impersonal hum of chain pharmacies, I had resigned myself to the idea that modern medicine had lost its touch. That was, until I discovered Sophia’s Pharmacy—a true gem in Aventura, just a short drive from Golden Beach that has redefined what pharmacy care should feel like.
A LOVE STORY AND A LEAP OF FAITH
The story behind Sophia’s is as heartfelt as the service itself. Corrine and Jonathan met while studying at Long Island University in Brooklyn, both graduating in 2020 with a Doctor of Pharmacy degree. Their connection—both personal and professional—was instant, and after marrying and starting a family, they decided to move from New York to Florida.
It was there, as young parents navigating the chaos of life with their baby son, that inspiration struck. One evening, after a grueling visit to urgent care and a long waiting wait at a chain pharmacy (which ultimately didn’t accept their insurance), Corrine remembers standing in line, holding her sick baby, thinking, «This can’t be how healthcare is supposed to feel.» That moment changed everything. The couple began studying for their Florida Pharmacy Law exam, determined to bring a new kind of pharmacy experience to their community—one centered on compassion, connection, and concierge-level service. They named the business after their daughter, Sophia, whose name means wisdom in Greek. «We wanted her name to carry meaning,» Corrine shares. «We hope she grows up to be sophisticated, full of wisdom and skill—just like what we want Sophia’s Pharmacy to represent.»
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BRINGING BACK THE ‘OLD REGIME’— WITH A MODERN TWIST
When I first walked into Sophia’s Pharmacy, I was instantly struck by the atmosphere. Gone were the harsh lights and sterile aisles I’d come to associate with pharmacies. Instead, I found myself in a serene, elegant space that felt like a cross between a European apothecary and a luxury skincare boutique. The scent of fine fragrance lingered in the air, the shelves were lined with beautifully curated wellness and beauty products, and every detail—from the marble counters to the soft lighting—invited calm. Beyond the traditional pharmacy experience, Sophia’s also houses a discreet, hidden spa — a serene wellness sanctuary offering customized treatments tailored to your unique needs. Each service is thoughtfully designed to support both beauty and overall well-being, creating a seamless integration between medical insight and aesthetic care. It’s a private retreat where science-backed treatments meet luxury and intention.
Corrine says that her goal was to bring back what pharmacy once was: personal. «Years ago,» she told me, «You knew your pharmacist by name. They knew your family, your story, your life. Somewhere along the way, that connection disappeared. At Sophia’s, we’re bringing that back.» Indeed, their approach feels refreshingly personal. They know their patients. They text to check in. They deliver by hand. And they make time to educate clients about their prescriptions, supplements, and skincare choices. It’s an elevated version of what our grandparents experienced—only this time, there’s the entire Natura Bissé on the shelves - alongside Augustinus Bader and other likeminded, effective brands. Part of what makes Sophia’s so distinctive is how effortlessly it merges clinical care with luxury wellness. Corrine and Jonathan have created a space where you can fill a prescription, consult about your supplements, and walk out with an armful of Augustinus Bader or SkinCeuticals—all in one visit. «Pharmacy should be more than counting pills,» Corrine says. «It should be about treating the whole person—inside and out.» Their skincare and wellness selection rivals that of highend European boutiques, featuring cult-favorite lines such as Parfums de Marly, JLab, Natura Bissé, Cellcosmet, and SkinCeuticals. But what’s even more impressive is how intentional the curation is. Corrine describes the process like a sommelier choosing wine: every brand is selected for its clinical integrity, luxurious sensorial experience, and proven results. And she doesn’t stock anything she doesn’t believe in. «I test everything myself,» she laughs. «When we opened, I started with vitamins and supplements because I only wanted to offer what I truly trusted. That’s still our standard—if it’s not exceptional, it’s not on our shelves.»
A FAMILY PHILOSOPHY
Sophia’s Pharmacy is more than a business—it’s an expression of Corrine and Jonathan’s family values. Both come from homes where hard work, integrity, and service were guiding principles. Their pharmacy reflects that ethos: warm, authentic,
and committed to community. Even their expansion plans are guided by purpose. «We’ll grow,» Corrine says, «but only when it feels right. It has to stay personal.»
THE SOPHIA’S EXPERIENCE
Today, when I think about pharmacy care, I think about Sophia’s. I think about Corrine’s bright, reassuring voice, the thoughtful text updates, the luxurious packaging, and the feeling that someone is truly looking out for my family’s health. Sophia’s Pharmacy isn’t just a pharmacy. It’s a philosophy—one rooted in empathy, excellence, and elegance. It’s a reminder that medicine doesn’t have to be cold or transactional. It can be nurturing, human, and even beautiful. For me, it has been life changing. Because when care feels this good, healing happens on every level.
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THEN YOU SHOULD COME TO THE RIGHT SCHOOL...
Allow me to introduce you to NORTH MIAMI BEACH ACADEMY, a unique educational and training model. And please trust me, because I am not only an amateur tennis player, but also a sports journalist with more than 45 years of experience, but more importantly, I am the father of a man who trained at several tennis academies in Florida, graduated from one of them, and played Division I tennis for Valparaiso University and the University of Wisconsin. I know exactly how academies differ in terms of tennis training and academic programs. NORTH MIAMI BEACH ACADEMY stands out from most others academies, and the difference is that here they develop personality, academically, athletically,and instill strict discipline and daily routine blended with expert methodology, is the connecting link for interacting with each student. This is where the learning process begins and grows.
At NMBA they firmly believe that an individual approach to each student (and they teach kids from 2nd to 12th grade), skill development, and competitiveness will lead children to achieve high goals in life. Program Director Sara Gauvreau told me all about it and showed me around, and I can assure you that after graduating from NORTH MIAMI BEACH ACADEMY, your children will not only receive an excellent education and be able to enroll in some of the best universities in the United States, but they will also remain people who strive for high achievements. Over the past 10 years, North Miami Beach Academy has helped many students gain admission to colleges and universities across the United States, and many of them have received athletic and academic scholarships.
The tennis training methodology uses a periodization table for peak periods and includes special sports training, fitness and conditioning, mental coaching, and instills proper nutrition skills.
The academy accepts Step Up For Students Scholarships (a non-profit organization that manages this nonincome-based scholarship program in Florida). If your child is a legal resident of the state, they may apply for a scholarship (for this and all additional questions, please refer to the academy’s website and call (305) 974-2582).
It is important to note that classes are small in size, which guarantees that teachers can give each student individual attention. The student’s day begins at 7:30 a.m. (beginners leave at 3:30 p.m., while competitive players continue until 5:30 p.m.) and consists of academic classes, tennis training, and fitness. Of course, there is a 45-minute lunch break and breaks between different types of classes. The academy is accredited by
COGNIA (a non-profit, non-governmental organization that serves more than 36,000 educational institutions worldwide, with a total of 25 million students and 1 million teachers in 80 countries). NMBA provides student visas for foreign students who enroll in full-time programs. At NMBA there is a cheerful atmosphere of concentration. The coaches and teachers are demanding and interested in their students’ success. The workload is heavy, but training and studying here is enjoyable because of the joyful, almost family-like atmosphere. Incidentally, the program offers courses for advanced students, honors students, and AP courses. The academic program also appeals to athletes from other sports, for example there is a group of advanced level gymnasts from IK Gymnastics who attends the school because of the possibility of a flexible schedule, which is ideal for their competitive travels. Some families choose NMBA for the healthy lifestyle approach it offers, sport and study, which can be beneficial
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to all children. The thought of large classrooms and sedentary days can be a concern for some families. Call, come and find out more, or try it for yourself: NMBA offers free trial sessions. You can
visit their website to book a visit at www.nmbacademy.com, or call the phone number mentioned above (305) 974-2582.
...They say it’s best not to have any regrets. That may be true, but I still regret that tennis only came into my life after I turned thirty. Because it’s not just a sport. It’s a lifesaver. Tennis has many health benefits and helps adults of all ages stay healthy and fit, as well as enjoy competitive social activity. Maybe you think age is a hindrance? But global experience shows that it’s never too late to learn tennisnot at twenty, not at thirty, not at fifty. Schoolchildren and academics, students and leading designers, builders, artists, businesspeople, and doctors all enthusiastically and selflessly exchange shots on the court. And NORTH MIAMI BEACH ACADEMY has wonderful programs for adults (for example, from November to April, I play on excellent clay courts with our friendly group, almost like a family, of people aged 40 to 85, and try to beat those 85-year-olds!).
The atmosphere at the North Miami Beach Tennis Center is unique and welcoming.
Let your kids ace it at NMBA!
Oh, I almost forgot: NMBA offers tennis courses for adults and private lessons, as well as an introductory after-school program for children ages 5 and the seasonal camps - at spring, summer and winter.
Alexander Etman
Позвольте представить вам
NORTH MIAMI BEACH ACADEMY,
уникальную модель образования и обучения. И, пожалуйста, поверьте мне, потому что я не только любитель тенниса, но и спортивный журна-
лист с более чем 45-летним стажем, а главное, я отец человека, который тренировался в нескольких теннисных академиях Флориды, окончил
одну из них и играл в теннис в Диви-
детей со 2-го
по 12-й класс), развитие навыков и
конкурентоспособность
неса.
Tennis Academy
студентов и 1 миллионом преподавателей в 80 странах). NMBA предоставляет студенческие визы для иностранных студентов, которые поступают на очные программы.
В NMBA царит веселая атмосфера сосредоточенности. Тренеры и учителя требовательны и заинтересованы в успехе своих учеников. Нагрузка большая, но тренироваться и учиться здесь приятно благодаря радостной,
почти семейной атмосфере. Кстати, программа предлагает
курсы для продвинутых студентов, студентов с отличием и курсы AP. Академическая программа также привлекает спортсменов из других видов спорта, например, есть
группа гимнастов продвинутого уровня из IK Gymnastics, которые посещают школу из-за возможности гибкого графика, который идеально подходит для их соревновательных поездок. Некоторые семьи выбирают NMBA из-за предлагаемого подхода к здоровому образу жизни, спорта и учебы, который может быть полезен для всех детей. Мысль
сами: NMBA предлагает бесплатные пробные занятия.
Вы можете посетить их веб-сайт, чтобы забронировать
визит по адресу www.nmbacademy.com, или позвонить
по указанному выше номеру телефона (305) 974-2582. ...Говорят, что лучше ни о чём не жалеть. Возможно, это и так, но я все еще сожалею, что теннис появился в моей
жизни
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