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Miami Shores | Biscayne Park | El Portal | North Bay Village
Quayside | Cricket Club | Jockey Club | The Preserves | And 16 other area locations
ACCENT ON BISCAYNE PARK …
11150 GRIFFING BLVD | LISTED AT $740,000
3/2.5 + REC ROOM | 2,359 SF | CANALFRONT
645 NE 116 ST | LISTED AT $613,000
3/3 | 2,123 SF | PRIVATE & CHARMING
1008 NE 117 STREET | LISTED AT$299,000
2/1 | 1,156 SF | VALUE STARTER HOME
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SOLD at $925,000 and sets
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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
Jonathan Meltz, President, Greater Miami Shores Chamber of Commerce
Jesse Walters, Executive Director
Nicholas Steadman, Office Assistant
2015 Board of Directors
President
Jonathan Meltz, Esq., The Meltz Law Firm
Vice President
Elaiza Irizarry, Miami Theater Center
Vice President
Roxanne Davies, Barry University
Vice President
David Benjamin, Esq., Benjamin Melmer
Vice President
John D’Alessandro, Miami Shores Village People
Treasurer
Sean Brady, Bayon Technology Group
Past President
Lance Harke, Esq., Harke Clasby & Bushman LLC
Secretary
Jesse Walters, Greater Miami Shores
Chamber of Commerce
Susan Ackley, Resident Member
Elizabeth Besade Perez, Barry University
Theresa Caccamise, Downtown Village Square
Gladys Coia, Esq., The Coia Law Group
Hon. David Coviello, Mayor of Biscayne Park
Hon. Claudia Cubillos, Mayor of El Portal
Nicholas Dorn, Doctors Charter School
Michael Finkelstein, F&F Construction
Patrice Gillespie-Smith, Resident Member
John Hornbuckle, United Claims Specialists
Christopher Kelley, Esq., Christopher Kelley, P.A.
Neil Kodsi, Esq.,Law Offices of Neil Kodsi
Georgee´ Kluck, Keller Williams Georgee´ & Co.
Kim Krause, Miami Shores Holistic Health
Susie Lawson, Keller Williams
John MacDaniel, Esq., Law Offices of
John MacDaniel
Julio Martinez, Hightower Property Management
Gregg Mason, Mason Funeral Home
John McPhee, Esq., Waterman McPhee
Jeffrey Miller, Jeffrey A. Miller, LCSW
Mark Piper, Mark Piper/Northwestern
Barbara Plizga, North Shore Medical Center
Lynn Waterman, Esq., Waterman McPhee, LLP
CHAMBER TRUSTEE
Shutts & Bowen
Who Needs A Parade?
Everybody Loves a Street Fair!
What makes a street fair so much fun?
Is it the food trucks and offerings from local restaurants,
specialty food stores, and local craft beer breweries?
Is it the “Kids Zone” sponsored by North Shore Medical Center and featuring
Barry University’s Athletic Village, art and science games, rock climbing, bounce
houses, and rides?
Is it the rockin’ live music stage sponsored by Unite Miami Shores? Or it the bountiful
farmer’s market presented by the Urban Oasis Project? Maybe it’s the garden and
landscape design vendors or the green living and home improvement solutions?
Could it be the Electric Avenue showcasing the latest in hybrid and energy efficient
vehicles from scooters to smart cars? Or maybe the artisan village brimming with hand
crafted art, fair-trade items, custom jewelry, beauty products, and clothing? Or maybe
its Miami Shores Presbyterian Church School’s pop-up bookstore?
Maybe it’s the thrill of learning from the environmental groups and garden nurseries
who will be offering education on composting and rain barrels and advice to kick off
South Florida’s growing season?
There is something incredibly liberating and special about walking down the middle of
a street usually filled with car traffic without fear of ending up on the bad end of a game
of Frogger. Add food, beverages, music, games, shopping, and hanging out with your
friends—now you have a party!
Thanks to the “green” financial support of North Shore Medical Center, Unite Miami
Shores, Village of Miami Shores, and our zone sponsors, the
Chamber expects this year’s event to be epic!
If your Egret is wet or damaged
please call us at 305-754-5466
and we will mail you a free copy!
The Egret • October 2015 • Volume 58 • Number 10
9701 NE Second Avenue, Miami Shores, FL, 33138 • 305-754-5466
e-mail: [email protected] • www.miamishores.com • facebook.com/MiamiShores
The Egret is the official publication of the Greater Miami Shores Chamber of Commerce, and is published monthly.
It is distributed to the 6,400 homes, apartments, and businesses within the villages of Miami Shores, Biscayne Park,
El Portal, and The Preserves Townhomes free of charge. Views expressed in this publication are those of the editorial
staff and do not necessarily reflect those of the Board of Directors. Advertising is limited to organizations that are
members of the Chamber. Information in it is intended for Chamber member organizations as well as the residents of our
communities. Please contact the Chamber for more information on membership, advertising, distribution, or content.
The Egret is distributed by South Florida Distributors, Pedro Lozano, CEO. For contact information, go to the
Chamber’s online member directory. The Egret is available for free at the following locations:
Biscayne Park Village Hall
Brockway Memorial Library
Ed Burke Recreation Center
Chase Bank Miami Shores
Chevron Miami Shores
Cricket Club
Doctors Charter School
El Portal Village Hall
Greater Miami Shores Chamber
of Commerce
Jockey Club
Keller Williams Miami Shores Office
Miami Shores Community Center
Miami Shores Country Club
Miami Shores Police Station
Miami Shores Village Hall
North Bay Village Village Hall
Pizza Fiore
Quayside Towers 1, 2, and 4
Shores Pediatrics
Starbucks Miami Shores
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post-consumer recycled paper are used in the printing process. Additionally, paper waste from the
printing process is recycled. Please recycle this magazine.
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COMMUNITY News
Back by popular demand, another lecture
series on the extraordinary art and science
of Oriental Medicine will be offered at
Brockway Library this October.
Dr. Gaston from The Quan Yin Medical
Center will be conducting a “Meditation
and Oriental Medicine” lecture series on
Mondays, October 5th, 19th, and 26th from
6:00-7:30 p.m. All lectures will begin with
meditation. Free and open to the public.
To register, please call 305-758-8107.
El Portal author, Lee Isogai Williams, spent
twelve years researching and two years
writing the sidesplitting novel, Clickety
Clack, Clickety Clack: Abe Lincoln’s
Train Done Jumped the Track. Lee is a
Marylander, as were the majority of the
Lincoln assassination conspirators. He has
written about a place he knows well. Lee is
also a Fulbright fellow and earned a Ph.D.
in Romance Studies at University of Miami.
Free. All are welcome.
Cesar Jofre and the musical ensemble ECOS
will return on Thursday, October 15th at
6:30 p.m. at Brockway Library to delight
guests with their flamenco guitar playing
and more! ECOS, the Spanish word for
echoes, does just as its name implies—
echoing the large variety of musical styles
from the native lands of its members.
Listeners will feel the band’s heritage
coming through in the styles of Flamenco,
Caribbean folk music, and Classic Rock.
Mr. Jofre will share the stories behind the
music and the origins of each genre making
ECOS both a pleasure for the senses and an
educational experience.
Kogeki Karate School participated at The
USA Karate National Championships. Ten
students from our community achieved
an excellent result. A total of 13 medals in
Kata (form) and Kumite (sparring): 7 gold,
3 silver and 3 bronze. Blake Joseph and
Donatella Nunez earned 2 Gold medals
each. Roger Castillo won Gold and Silver;
Deleon Dawson won Gold, Camila Santaella
won Gold and Bronze. Roger and Camila are
Honor Roll Students at Phyllis Ruth Miller
Elementary School. Cing Nuam won Silver
and Bronze. She’s an Honor Roll student
at Miami Shores Elementary School. Cesar
Leon won Bronze, and Sabrina Aguilera
Silver; both are students of the Montessori
School. Congratulations to all!
Brockway Library will host an author event
on Tuesday, October 20th at 6:30 p.m.
From left to right: Deleon Dawson, Roger Castillo,
Sensei Oswaldo Lopez, Cing Nuam, Camila
Santaella, Blake Joseph, Cesar Leon, Ethan
Gonzalez, Sabrina Aguilera, Sensei Jose Santaella
and Donatella Nunez.
305 Yoga (formerly Shores Yoga) has
moved back to downtown Miami Shores
after 4 years on Biscayne Blvd in the
Mimo District. Owner and Founder, Terri
Cooper says “with the incredible downtown
revitalization happening, I knew it was the
right time to come back. We’re calling the
return Home Sweet OM”. The beautiful
studio boasts eco-friendly organic cork
floors, a shower, a custom made barn door,
a fully stocked yoga boutique and many
other unique decorative touches that show
just how much this company has matured
over the years.
Offering more than 30 group classes a week,
ranging from basics (Yoga1) to more
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Miami Shores Community Church
9823 NE 4th Avenue
$15 per person • $25 per couple
Ticket includes cocktails & hors d’oeuvres!
Call (305) 759-3445 or go to
miamishorescommunitychurch.org
To benefit the Miami Shores Community Church & School Music
Programs. Honoring the memory and talents of the late Terry Cain.
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Selling Your Home
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CURRENTLY LISTED HOMES
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857 NE 98TH STREET I MIAMI SHORES I $895,000
Beautiful one-of-a-kind 3 story home, 6bd/4ba w/state of the art
renovations. Gourmet kitchen, high end appliances, formal living
& dining room. Large family room filled with natural light, french
doors open to lushy landscaped backyard, pool & waterfall.
Amazing views of the ocean, bay and city! 1bd/1.5ba
apartment. Extensive upgrades, custom vanities & closets, state
of the art lighting, Hunter Douglas electronic black out shades &
curtains, marble floors, Italian kitchen. Includes all furniture & TVs.
Modern 4bd/3ba w/Terrazzo floors in living & dining areas,
hardwood in family & bedrooms. Gourmet kitchen w/gas range
& informal eating area. Sliding doors from family room to large
outdoor deck, fenced backyard & oversized two car garage.
Selling or buying a home? Call Vanessa today. With her in-depth market knowledge and the
resources of Coldwell Banker, Vanessa brings local expertise and global network access to your
real estate transaction. Her vast knowledge of marketing and advertising strategies is put to use
on a daily basis in order to serve her clients, guide them through the entire process of selling or
acquiring property, and to make every transaction as seamless and stress-free as possible.
VANESSA MAGGI: 305-582-7917
www.vanessamaggi.com I [email protected]
Hablo Español
Around the Villages
Turn to this page each month for a photo collage of area residents,
community events, and Chamber activities. You can wait for our
roving photographer to take some snaps or you can send us a selfie!
Destination Downtown: The Chamber’s New Business Development Event
Over 60 attendees, including potential
restauranteurs and business owners,
gathered at Miami Theater Center to
hear updates on Miami Shores downtown
sewer project, tour available retail spaces,
network, and enjoy refreshments provided
Mr. Pasta Miami Shores.
Photos by Sean Brady
9600 NE 2nd Avenue
Miami Shores, FL 33138
Phone 305-603-7650 Fax 305-4565741
www.medistationurgentcare.com
Open 7 Days a Week!
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285 NE 103 St. * Miami Shores * $895,000
1005 NE 118 St. * Biscayne Pk * $445,000
1003 NE 118 St. * $588,000
10828 NW 2 Ave.
$374,000
9511 NW 3 Ave. * $199,000
12215 NE 10 Ave. *$268,000
WaterView Condo!
6450 Collins Ave. #309
$309,000
1060 NE 121 St. * $325,000
Proven Results
Nancy´s homes sell.
305-694-21 66
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Nancy Dowson, P.A.
Broker-Associate
WaterView Condo!
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Greater Miami Shores Schools Report
The Greater Miami Shores Chamber of Commerce welcomes submissions for this column by all schools that are members of the Chamber, whether public
or private. To find out about submitting information on behalf of your favorite school, please contact Jesse Walters at the Chamber at 305-754-5466.
On Friday, August 28th, the faculty,
students and school alumni of
Archbishop Curley Notre Dame (ACND)
gathered at Notre Dame d’Haiti Catholic
Church for the “Opening School Mass”
led by Miami Archbishop Thomas
Wenski. “Wake up and don’t miss out
on the adventure!” was the central theme
of Archbishop Wenski’s Homily. “Jesus
welcomes us to the adventure where
he calls each of us by name and says,
Follow Me”, explained the Archbishop.
“A Catholic School will equip us and
provide us with the courage to act on
the invitation.”
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ACND thanks its faculty and staff for
organizing a beautiful Mass, Archbishop
Wenski for presiding, and all who
attended. Upcoming events include
Homecoming on Saturday, October 10,
the 25th annual Golf Tournament on
Friday, October 16, and the Open House
on Saturday, October 24. They look
forward to welcoming the Knights family
and invite you to subscribe to their Web
site, www.acnd.net, and follow them on
Twitter and Instagram @ACNDPrep.
Miami Shores Presbyterian Church
School (MSPCS) accepts applications
for students age 18 months through
5th grade. Students at MSPCS enjoy
small class size, rigorous curriculum
and wonderful friendships within a
Christian environment. MSPCS employs
an exceptional faculty who intentionally
integrate the Arts in and out of the
classroom. If you have questions
regarding registration, please contact
Mrs. Cheryl McIntyre at 305-759-2548
or [email protected].
The MSPCS Annual Pumpkin Patch
begins October 11th and continues until
October 29th. Hours of operation are
Sunday-Friday from 12:00-7:00 p.m.,
and Saturday from 10:00 a.m.-7:00
p.m. Please come out to support your
community and get your Fall Pumpkins.
You’ll see the pumpkins on the corner
of 6th Avenue and 96th Street, 602 NE
96 Street in Miami Shores. If a school
would like to come as a field trip in the
morning they should please contact
MSPCS at 305-759-2548 to set up a date.
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NEWS
Celebrating Barry’s History
and Contributions
Barry University recently began a yearlong
celebration of its 75th Anniversary. Originally
founded as an all-women’s college in 1940, Barry
officially changed its name to Barry University
in 1981. Today, the school comprises two
campuses, Miami Shores and Orlando, and 13
satellite sites across Florida, e Bahamas, and
the U.S. Virgin Islands – inspiring students to
foster positive change within the local and
global community.
Barry students gain hands-on experience
before graduation, with local and international
organizations no matter which field they study.
Barry’s use of service-learning, which integrates
coursework with community needs, engages
students with contemporary issues and
encourages them to help find solutions.
Among its more than 60,000 alumni who make
an impact in South Florida and abroad are:
Alberto Carvalho ’90, Superintendent for
Miami-Dade County Public Schools; Allyson
Maynard-Gibson ’75, Attorney General of the
Commonwealth of e Bahamas; Carlos
Gimenez ’99, Miami-Dade County Mayor;
and Laurent Lamothe ’95, Former Prime
Minister of Haiti.
Located right in your backyard or just around
the corner, Barry University is proud to be
Miami Shores’ hometown university.
Follow BarryU on Social Media
Barry would love to connect with you on the
university’s official social media channels.
We’re interested in having you join the
conversation and communicate with the
Barry Community.
Like us on Facebook
Follow us on Twitter @BarryUniversity
Follow us on Instagram @BarryUniversity
Connect with us on google+
Look for us on LinkedIn
On Sunday, Sept. 13, Barry University celebrated its 75th Anniversary Mass of anksgiving to kick off its 75th Anniversary
event schedule. During the Mass, the newly-restored Cor Jesu Chapel was blessed. Following the Mass, Barry hosted a
reception and the opening of the Historic Photo Exhibit. e event was attended by more than 200 members of the
Barry University and South Florida communities.
Barry University Upcoming Events
With the fall semester in full swing, Barry University will be hosting numerous events. The Miami Shores community is
invited and encouraged to attend all the happenings at your hometown university. For more information, contact
Barry University at 305-899-3000.
75th Anniversary
Friday, Oct. 3, 2015
75th Anniversary Birthday Bash
7 PM | Soho Studios (Miami)
Join the evening’s host Dr. Shaquille O'Neal, Barry alumnus, for the party of
the season. Step back in time as Soho Studios in Wynwood Arts District is
transformed into Club Barry, an exquisite supper club evoking the days of
Barry’s founding in 1940. Enjoy cocktails, dinner, and dancing, with a
performance by Grammy award winner Wyclef Jean. Be entertained as
Miami's own Grammy award winner Betty Wright produces an evening that
will take you musically from 1940 to today. Visit barry.edu/75 or contact
305-899-4081 or [email protected], for more information and tickets.
October 4, 2015
Blessing of the Animals
Noon | Chapel Mall
Celebrate St. Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of animals and the environment.
Bring your leashed pet for a blessing.
October 15-17, 2015
Department of Fine Arts presents “Sylvia”
7 PM | Broad Center for the Performing Arts
Meet Sylvia, a dog who becomes a bone of contention between her owners,
Greg and Kate. A series of hilarious and touching complications ensue as Sylvia
becomes a valued member of the family. “Sylvia” is written by A.R. Gurney and
directed by Hugh Murphy.
Athletics
Friday, Oct. 3, 2015
Men’s soccer v Florida Southern
7 PM | Buccaneer Field
Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2015
Women’s soccer v Eckerd
7 PM | Buccaneer Field
Friday, Oct. 9, 2015
Volleyball v Rollins
7 PM | Health & Sports Center
Saturday, Oct. 10, 2015
Women’s soccer v Embry-Riddle
4 PM | 7 PM | Health & Sports Center
Saturday, Oct. 10, 2015
Men’s soccer v Rollins
7 PM | Buccaneer Field
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Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2015
Men’s soccer v Flagler
4:30 PM | Buccaneer Field
Saturday, Oct. 17, 2015
Men’s soccer v Tampa
7 PM | Buccaneer Field
Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2015
Women’s soccer v Nova Southeastern
7 PM | Buccaneer Field
Friday, Oct. 23, 2015
Volleyball v Florida Southern
7 PM | Health & Sports Center
Saturday, Oct. 24, 2015
Women’s soccer v Palm Beach Atlantic
7 PM | Buccaneer Field
Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2015
Volleyball v Nova Southeastern
7 PM | Health & Sports Center
Saturday, Oct. 24, 2015
Women’s soccer v Embry-Riddle
6 PM | Buccaneer Field
Sunday, Oct. 25, 2015
Women’s soccer ID Camp
8 AM | Buccaneer Field
Campus Ministry Events
Sunday, Oct. 4, 2015
Sunday Mass
11 AM | Cor Jesu Chapel
Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015
Sunday Mass
11 AM | Cor Jesu Chapel
Sunday, Oct. 18, 2015
Sunday Mass
11 AM | Cor Jesu Chapel
Sunday, Oct. 25, 2015
Sunday Mass
11 AM | Cor Jesu Chapel
Other Events
Saturday, Oct. 17, 2015
BarryU Basketball Club v ASA
6 PM | Health & Sports Center
Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2015
Immigration Justice Mini-conference
8 AM – 4 PM | Various locations
Saturday, Oct. 31, 2015
St. Martha’s Concert Series
2 PM | Broad Center for the
Performing Arts
Saturday, Oct. 24, 2015
Volleyball v Florida Tech
4 PM | Health & Sports Center
miamishores.com
Downtown
Improvement
of the Month
I’m75
Each month we will feature a downtown
Miami Shores business that is investing
money to spruce up their façade,
windows, or other exterior fixtures. Tell
them you saw what they did to improve
our downtown and that you appreciate it!
Congratulations to Dr. Laura FernandezOrtiz and Shores Pediatrics at 9715 NE
2nd Avenue who recently installed these
beautiful new awnings on their building!
& I’m on a mission.
Since 1940 it’s been our mission to provide every Barry student
with the kind of transformational education that enables them
to become thoughtful and caring leaders who make our world a
better place. Greatness begins in the vibrant classrooms of our
120-acre Miami campus, extends to our championships
in athletics, reaches deep into the community organizations
and businesses whose mission and goals are furthered by the
contributions of our students and graduates, and lasts a lifetime.
1940-2015 | 75 Years of Achieving Greatness
Follow us
#BarryU75
a wellness center
pediatrician | dietitian | psychologist
9715 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami Shores
305.757.8040
9-5 Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri | 9-7 Wed | 9-Noon Sat
Laura Fernandez-Ortiz, MD
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Chamber October EVENTS & NEWS
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Tuesday, OCT.
4:30 p.m.
Executive Committee meets at
the Chamber of Commerce office
Find information on all
Chamber members at
www.miamishores.com
WE ARE
292
MEMBERS
STRONG!
WELCOME NEW MEMBERS!
Fitness Studio
305 Yoga
Terri Cooper, Owner
9537 NE 2nd Avenue
Miami Shores, FL 33138
305-917-5886
www.305yoga.com
[email protected]
Restaurant
Antica Mare
Marco Betti, Owner/Manager
7999 NE Bayshore Court
Miami, FL 33138
305-398-1001
www.anticamare.com
[email protected]
Real Estate
Barnes International
Luxury Real Estate
Mickael Lancri, Broker-associate
1150 SW 22nd Street
Miami, FL 33129
786-246-3456
www.barnes-miami.com
[email protected]
Insurance Adjuster
Baylis Claims Consultants
James C. Murphy,
Director of Operations
941 NE 115th Street
Biscayne Park, FL 33161
305-401-6222
www.baylisclaimsconsultants.com
[email protected]
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Tuesday, OCT.
4:30 p.m.
20
Board of Directors meets at
Doctors Charter School
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SATURDAY, October
3:30 - 7:30 P.m.
NE 2nd Ave. @ 94-99th sts.
GREEN DAY 2015
Free admission & parking
Participant tables still available! Register
online at www.miamishores.com/greenday
Tutoring
Biscayne Math
Shaun Rogers, Owner
215 NE 97th Street
Miami Shores, FL 33138
305-323-0633 Mobile
www.biscaynemath.com
[email protected]
Attorney
Law Offices of Alan S. Bradin
P.O. Box 530217
Miami Shores, FL 33153
305-204-8359
www.bradinlegal.com
[email protected]
Home Security
Dependable Security Systems
Tony Duva
P.O. Box 610626
North Miami, FL 33261
305-944-1507
[email protected]
Real Estate
EWM Mario Pacheco
Mario Pacheco, Real Estate Consultant
419 Arthur Godfrey Road
Miami Beach, FL 33140
305-674-4000 | 305-491-5584 Mobile
www.ewm.com
[email protected]
Therapist
Grow, Heal, Love, Inc.
Melissa Cramer
9526 NE 2nd Avenue, #2025
Miami Shores, FL 33138
888-204-8409
www.growheallove.cpm
[email protected]
Computer Consulting
iTherapy Miami
Jessica Hodgman, Owner
915 NE 125th Street, #305
North Miami, FL 33161
305-893-5587
786-300-7367 Mobile
[email protected]
Dance Instruction
Mady’s Dance Factory
Madeleine Richmond, Owner
9061 Biscayne Boulevard
Miami, FL 33138
305-770-6669
786-521-2478 Mobile
www.madysdancefactory.com
[email protected]
Martial Arts
Modern Martial Arts
Krav Maga, Owner
11400 NE 9th Court
Biscayne Park, FL 33161
305-542-5549
www.mma-f.com
[email protected]
Website Development
Opt First
Adam Lakowitz
168 NE 96th Street
Miami Shores, FL 33138
305-428-2539
786-546-8965 Mobile
www.optfirst.com
[email protected]
miamishores.com
Painting Classes
Paint it Out
Bianca Sassine, Creator & Founder
166 NE 96th Street
Miami Shores, FL 33138
305-987-9701
305-496-0231 Mobile
www.paintitout.com
[email protected]
Chiropractor
ARCHITECTURAL GEM | MIAMI SHORES
Power Chiropractic
90 NE 91 STREET
Miguel Toro, Chiropractor
9533 NE 2nd Avenue
Miami Shores, FL 33138
305-803-6992
www.powerchiropracticmiami.com
[email protected]
3 BEDROOMS | 2 BATHS
This 1930’s charmer has cathedral ceilings with
exposed beams, gorgeous quarry tile floors, French
doors, big windows, built-ins, comfortable spaces
and sits on a large, fenced-in lot with plenty of
room for a pool.
LIST PRICE
$555,000
MLS A2170015
Brochure Distribution
MOTIVATED SELLER | MIAMI SHORES
South Florida Distributors
798 NE 98TH STREET
Pedro Lozano, Owner/President
17338 NW 66th Place
Miami, FL 33015
786-210-4262
[email protected]
4 BEDROOMS | 4 BATHS
Huge reduction and unseen price/sf in Miami Shores.
True 4 bedroom/4 bathroom home with 2-car garage
and pool on 11,300 sf lot. Mid-century comforts with
incredible upgrades. Walking distance to
golf-course, tennis courts and rec center/fields.
LIST PRICE
$800,000
Waste & Recycling Services
MLS A2172331
Waste Pro of Florida
Guerlin Escar, Government Affairs
2101 West State Road 434, #305,L
Longwood, FL 32779
786-486-7554 Mobile
www.wasteprousa.com
[email protected]
Tutoring
Will Tutor U
William Hall, Co-Owner
9640 NE 2nd Avenue, #210-D
Miami Shores, FL 33138
786-309-4558
www.willtutoru.com
[email protected]
Thanks to RENEWING MEMBERS:
• Costco
• DTC Miami
• GG Salon and Spa
• Harvest Bible Chapel Miami
• KVC Contractors
• Publix of Miami Shores
• Quan Yin Medical Center
Is it a good time to
sell your home?
Go to www.miamismTRENDS.com to see the market
trends for your neighborhood.
Team Miamism
Enrique Garcia | Ines Hegedus-Garcia
TEL 305.758.2323
[email protected]
miamism.com
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1808 71 St.
$537,000
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$599,000
Totally adorable! This charming Miami Beach cottage Huge remodeled 4/4 with 3,712 sq ft plus 2 car This beautifully remodeled larger 1,060 sq ft 2/2 corner Located in the desirable new gated community of Osprey
has been newly remodeled and is over 1,900 sf w/ garage on a 11,577 sq ft corner lot, full canal view. unit is a lanai with your own private patio/yard/garden! Oaks, this 2 story Spanish med is brand new, never
feels like a house in SOBE.
occupied and has 3,800 sf under a/c + 3 car garage!
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$1,249,000 8910 Garland Ave. $769,000 9441 Bay Dr.
$729,000
EXQUISITE, lake front estate 4/4.5 home, Stunning art-deco mater-piece, totally remodeled Extremely rare to market! this charming 2,265+ sf Location! Location! Location! Beautifully remodeled 4/2
located in prestigious Medalist Golf Club in sparing no expense! This exquisite 4/3 is located on ranch is on a large over sized lot of 9,558 sf located with wood floors, new kitchen, gorgeous remodeled
Hobe Sound, developed by Greg Norman! a double corner lot w/ a huge resort-style pool area. on one of Belle Meade’s most beautiful blocks.
marble baths, master suite & large fence backyard.
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Exquisite remodeled 2,320 sf 3/2 rotunda unit – no Exquisite remodeled 4/3 with no expense Extremely rare to market! this charming 2,265+ sf Amazing panoramic views!! From every room
expense spared! This gorgeous unit has direct east spared – down to the finest details. ranch is on a large over sized lot of 9,558 sf located in this SW corner unit. This spacious 2/2 has
travertine stone floors & remodeled white kitchen.
on one of Belle Meade’s most beautiful blocks.
all bay/ocean views from 2 balconies.
$1,690,000 1019 NE 115 St.
Large fully remodeled 5/4.5, 4,400 sf Exquisite! Total gut remodel down to the
waterfront home with a 75 ft deep water cement block and built new. This gorgeous
home is 3,100 sf located on a large 11,00 sf lot.
dock.
$339,000 1581 NE 108 St.
$561,500
Beautifully maintained duplex located on a huge Located east of Biscayne on a huge 17.200 sf
12K+ sf corner lot in the heart of Biscayne Park. double lot, are 2 homes: the front house is a gut
This duplex is a 1/1 plus a 2/1 & an attached garage! remodeled 3/1.5 plus the back house is brand new.
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MIAMI - SANS SOUCI
JUST LISTED
1805 NE 117 Rd.
Offered at $3,000,000
Built in 1957, this MIMO home was substantially remodeled in 2014 adding a master suite making this home a spacious 4/4 and
an office, totaling over 3700sf under a/c plus a 2 car garage. Located on the end of a deep water finger canal on an oversized
11,577 sq ft corner lot with views of the canal to the bay. NO BRIDGES. This home has marble floors, vaulted ceilings, fire place,
4 new bathrooms, open kitchen, impact windows, large pool, outdoor kitchen, awsome views!
MIAMI SHORES
FOR SALE
93 NW 97 St.
Offered at $395,000
Located on a gorgeous Miami Shores street, this super charming 2/2 has a 400 sq ft family room with the second bathroom
(can be a 3rd bedroom or huge master suite ). This gem is located on a huge 106’x 102’ corner lot totaling 10,818 sf. Home
has a new roof, updated kitchen & bathrooms, new appliances, newly painted inside and out, charming fireplace, wide
plank solid oak floors and vaulted ceilings. The huge private back yard has a new wood deck and so much more.
MIAMI – BISCAYNE PARK
JUST LISTED
950 NE 113 St.
Offered at $339,000
Beautifully maintained duplex located on a huge 12,169 sq ft corner lot in the heart of Biscayne Park. This duplex is a 1/1 plus a
2/1 and an attached garage !! units have rich terrazzo floors, individual H2O heaters, and separate electric meters. The 2/1 has
updated kitchen and bath. parking for 4 cars. Projected cap rate 4.6% . Units rented thru 10/1. Live in one unit and rent the other.
Seller willing to consider owner financing with the right down payment & qualifying buyer.
Transforming NE2 in to a Field of Fun!
Each year the Greater Miami Shores
Chamber of Commerce stages Green
Day, which brings together all of the
things that our community residents
like best: a kid and pet friendly
environment, live music, food trucks,
beer and wine, and a chance to stroll the
Avenue without cars and see neighbors
and friends. And the “green” theme also
resonates with our community.
Miami Shores and its neighboring
communities have among the highest
levels of recycling participation,
Florida Friendly landscaping, and a
true commitment to green issues in
South Florida.
Our neighbors take this stuff seriously,
and that’s a big reason why the event
draws nearly 5,000 people in just four
hours. This year’s event promises lots of
kid activities and surprises as well, from
the return of the Walking Trees to the
video screens showing live, random acts
of resident’s goofiness!
GREATER MIAMI SHORES CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
GREENER LIVING
C MMITTEE
miamishores.com
Recycle, Reuse and Reduce.
The Chamber’s Greener Living committee is a
year-round educational resource to improve the
health and well-being of our community’s
yards, environment, families, and pets.
Just like last year, you can ride your
bike to the event, park it at the DCS
sponsored bike valet, stroll through a
plant sale, buy some fresh local produce
at the farmer’s market, and get tips
on green home improvements, rain
barrels, solar cookers, and composting.
And virtually every local civic group,
school, and church will be there,
explaining what they do and often
times incorporating a green message or
activity (one school is running a used
book sale!).
So come on out and enjoy yourself.
Peruse almost 150 vendors, share
a laugh, a beverage, and even learn
something in the process! And bring
your own water bottle. There will be
water stations available where you can
fill them up, so we don’t add more
disposable plastic water bottles to our
oceans. Gotta be green for Green Day!
Bill Hunter
WoodWorking
Hang Doors • Crown Molding • Bookcases
Custom Trim • Entertainment Areas
Shelves • Repairs to Cabinets & Wood Furniture
305.790.3244
Please call or text for a free estimate.
Quality work samples at billhunterwoodworking.com
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OUR PAST
IN PICTURES
FRIDAY OCT. 9TH - 6:30 PM TO 8 PM
OPENING RECEPTION
BROCKWAY MEMORIAL LIBRARY
10021 NE 2ND AVENUE
Taking care
of Business
You can’t help noticing all of the
home improvement and services
businesses doing business in Miami
Shores, Biscayne Park, El Portal,
and North Bay Village. Each month
our roving photographer catches a
van, truck, or sign for a Chamber
of Commerce member business in
front of someone’s home, making our
community look just that much better!
“Our Past in Pictures” is the first original exhibition
created by Miami Shores Fine Arts Commission, in collaboration
with Brockway Memorial Library and curated by renowned local historian,
Seth Bramson. With a focus on downtown NE Second Avenue, we revisit the
past retail environment, as we plan for a new, invigorated future. Photographs
and other memorabilia will fill the library for six weeks. Come to the reception
and come back again to browse “Our Past in Pictures.” Cocktail reception catered by Garden Title Company.
Wine bar hosted by The Bourne Team, Robert Bourne and Chip Shepard.
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With over 40 years experience and more than 3,000 successfully closed
mortgages, I can move you closer toward “approved” with quick underwriting,
a fast closing, and a wide array of flexible financing options.
Call 305.751.2220 today and be on your way to mortgage success!
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Rates, terms and restrictions may change and apply.
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physically demanding (Yoga 3) as well as Yin
Yoga, Yoga Nidra (sleep based practice) and
meditation, there is something for everyone.
The incredible staff of teachers coupled with
fantastic rates makes taking a class at 305
Yoga a not to miss experience. For those
looking to go deeper, 305 Yoga still offers
incredible workshops and Miami’s deepest
Yoga Teacher Certification.
305 Yoga is home to, non-profit organization
Yoga Gangsters (501c3), also founded by
Cooper. This national organization serves
youth in crisis or at-risk, offering free yoga
programs in schools, shelters, jails, rehabs,
foster homes and more. YG has reached
more than 10,000 kids, across 15 states
with their trauma informed programming,
helping youth learn self-awareness, selfrespect and self-control. Ready to join this
incredible community? Take advantage of the
$69 First Month intro offer for new students.
Visit the studio today at 9537 NE 2nd Ave.
Simply check out the schedule, and register
directly online at 305yoga.com.
Miami Shores Police
Officer Paul Vieira
was recently sworn
in as the President of
the Fraternal Order
of Police Lodge #63.
Officer Vieira has a
Bachelor’s Degree
from Saint Thomas
University. He joined the Miami Shores
Police Department in 2007 and is an active
member of the Miami Shores community.
Also sworn in are Officers Leeann Jonchuck,
Vice President, Dawn Roig, Secretary/
Treasurer, Josh Koop, Trustee, and
Charles Grandy, Conductor, The Chamber
congratulates these officers on being chosen
by their peers to lead their professional
organization.
The Heidi Hewes Chapter of the Woman’s
Cancer Association of the University of
Miami is based in Miami Shores, and is
dedicated to increasing wellness in the
community through raising funds for
cancer research, support, education, and
service. If you’d like to attend one of the
meetings, mixers, or events, please email
[email protected]. Save the date
for the 24th Annual Home for the Holidays
Walk and Tour on Sunday, December 15,
2015 from 4:00-7:00 p.m. Tickets are $35
and can be purchased online at
holidaywalk2015.bpt.me
Heidi Hewes is collecting donations for
the Bargain Box, its resale thrift shop that
benefits the Woman’s Cancer Association
of the University of Miami. Located at
1350 West Flagler, the Bargain Box is open
Monday - Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Tax-deductible donations are accepted —
gently worn clothing, home furnishings,
linens, glassware, accessories, art work,
luggage, jewelry, etc. Please call Jackie Butler
at 305-633-8068, ext. 107 or Bill Tenney at
305-308-4639 for questions and free pick up.
Heidi Hewes thanks donors Lorraine Souto,
Robbie Stratford of Robbie’s Antiques, and
estate of Dee Springfels.
The Miami Art League, 9709 NE 2nd
Avenue, will offer a fun family event during
Green Day on October 24. Join them for a
“Save the Animals” mask-making workshop
for parents and children. Come make a mask
of your favorite animal! All materials will be
provided by the Miami Art League and you
can take your animal mask along with you.
You may have noticed the new window
display of the recently up-dated Miami Art
League! They are planning to have a lively
new themed window every two weeks. Be
certain to have a look as you stroll down
2nd Avenue. If there is interest the Miami
Art League will begin children’s classes! Be
certain to stop by and add your name to
the growing list of those interested or Kid’s
Classes! And the Miami Art League offers
sketching on Wednesday and Friday from
9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. and instruction/
critique classes on Tuesday morning,
Thursday afternoon and Saturday mid-day.
To learn more about their programs you can
contact them at 305-757-3161.
Do you own a classic car? The Chamber of
Commerce is compiling a list of classic car
owners to present a classic car block at this
October’s Green Day. Call 305-754-5466
or e-mail [email protected]
with your name, e-mail address, and type
of vehicle. Participants will receive a small
stipend, prizes, and free food at the event!
Need a notary? The Chamber of Commerce
provides notary service, free for Chamber
members, and just $5 for community
members. Call or stop by the Chamber and
ask for Jesse. We also do faxing for $1/page.
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North Shore Medical Center Presents
GREEN
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Miami Shores Street Fair
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Miami
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UMS
GREEN
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Miami
UNITEShores
Miami Shores
Street Fair
UMS
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24 • Unite
3:30 - 7:30 P.M. • NE 2nd Ave @ 94-99th
StS
Unite
one
Presenting Sponsor:
Miami Shores
Community
Sponsor:
two
two
Supporting Sponsor:
UNITE
MIAMI
SHORES UMS
three
UMS
Miami Shores
94th St.
UNITE
MIAMI
SHORES UMS
three
Live Music
Stage
FOOD
TRUCKS
FOOD
TRUCKS
Zone Sponsors (as of 9/22/15):
DINING
& Pet rest
stop
ELECTRIC AVENUE
ZONE
Green never looked so good!
CLASSIC CAR ZONE
Hug a walking tree. valet your bike. MAKE
YOUR MUTT JOLLY AT THE PET REST STOP. vote
for your favorite classic car. EAT YOUR way
through a block of FOOD TRUCKS. WASH DOWN
YOUR FRIED OREOS WITH A LOCAL CRAFT BEER.
pop in to miami Shores presbyterian
church school’s pop-up bookstore.
chill out with a snow cone and support
doctors charter school. Get (solar)
cooking with miami country day school.
pick a peck of peppers at the urban oasis
project farmers market. Get your garden
growing with a PLETHORA OF PLANTS.
LET YOUR KIDs RUN wild IN THE STREET.
dance to the Afro-Cuban, Jazz, Blues,
Brazilian & Soul music of oriente. Take
a trip to wonderland with alice at MTC.
95th St.
POP-UP
BOOK
STORE
LANDSCAPE &
GARDEN ZONE
96th St.
HEALTH &
WELlNESS ZONE
97th St.
FARMERS
MARKET
HOME
IMPROVEMENT
ZONE
PLANT &
GARDEN
MARKET
COMMUNITY
GROUPS ZONE
ARTISANS
VILLAGE ZONE
98th St.
SCHOOLS ZONE
KIDS ZONE
99th St.
SEE COMPLETE PARTICIPANT LIST AND REGISTER ONLINE AT miamishores.com/greenday
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Paws, Claws
& Jaws!
This feature returns by popular demand!
Each month we will show a photo of an area
resident’s pet—dog, cat, bird, or hamster—
send them in! We just need the photo, the
pet’s name, and the name of the pet’s family
and town. Email it to “Pet of the Month”at
[email protected].
THE IMBURGIA REALTY TEAM SUPPORTS
A
WAY
FOR
A
STRAY
DOG RESCUE AT GREEN DAY, OCT. 24th
HENRY
KITANA
PEANUT
Visit A Way for A Stray and The Imburgia Realty Team at our booth on
Green Day, October 24th and meet our dogs who desparately need a
family. A Way for A Stray is a Miami Shores non-profit foundation that
rescues homeless dogs and finds them a forever home.
This month’s “Pet of the Month” is Bella,
a Shih Tzu. 18 months old and a very
sweet girl, she was rescued in August when
she was only 8 months old and lives on
96th street with the MacLellan family.
IMBURGIA R E A LT Y
RESULTS-DRIVEN .
Cathy Imburgia 786-566-1903 / [email protected]
Vincent Imburgia 305-525-5711 / vincent @imburgiarealty.com
WWW.IMBURGIAREALTY.COM
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9822 NE 2nd Avenue, #9, Miami Shores
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Home Sweet Home
FEATURED REAL ESTATE LISTING: COLDWELL BANKER VANESSA MAGGI
857 NE 98th Street, Miami Shores | 4 bedS/ 3 baths | 3,200 SF | OFFERED AT $895,000
Each month a Chamber member realtor is given the
opportunity to submit a featured listing they have for
sale. This month’s home is listed with Vanessa Maggi of
Coldwell Banker.
Spectacular mid-modern century home. Spacious &
open floor plan with over 3,200 SF of living space. 4 big
bedrooms and 3 baths. Amazing gourmet kitchen with
stainless steel appliances. A must see. For showings,
please contact Vanessa at 305-582-7917.
Welcome to our new neighbors! These homes were recently sold …
Biscayne Park:
1007 NE 116th Street. . . . . $600,000 . . . . .
1015 NE 117th Street. . . . . $485,000 . . . . .
1183 NE 8th Court . . . . . . $470,000 . . . . .
920 NE 118th Street. . . . . . $455,000 . . . . .
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11831 NE 6th Avenue. . . . $396,000 . . . . .
12015 NE 7th Avenue. . . . $380,000 . . . . .
847 NE 119th Street. . . . . . $340,000 . . . . .
950 NE 121st Street. . . . . . $300,900 . . . . .
1013 NE 115th Street. . . . . $265,000 . . . . .
940 NE 111th Street. . . . . . $200,000 . . . . .
Miami Shores:
Anibel Marrero
Maria Andrea Serrano
Juan Camilo Barberi
Jennifer Simpson Revocable Trust
Ore3n Shibi
Christopher Cooke
Melina Deya
950 Biscayne Park LLC
USA Brands
Charlie Parker
El Portal:
270 NW 86th Street. . . . . . $449,900 . . . . . Russel Mofsky
180 NW 88th Street. . . . . $379,000 . . . . Blair Walker
189 NW 89th Street. . . . . $355,000 . . . . Ronald Dorfman
488 NW 87th Street. . . . . $345,000 . . . . Tamika Bickham
550 NW 87th Street. . . . . . $295,000 . . . . . Adel Farjardo
44 NW 86th Street. . . . . . $293,000 . . . . B&L Realty Holdings
430 NW 88th Terrace . . . . $285,000 . . . . . Philip Young
170 NE 88th Street. . . . . . $260,000 . . . . Miachael Yakobov
136 NW 90th Street. . . . . $160,000 . . . . Daca Managemen
9125 N Bayshore Dr . . . . $1,550,000. . . Mark Hutchinson
672 NE 98th Street. . . . . . $1,350,000. . . Carol Investment USA
1041 NE 96th Street. . . . . $1,000,000. . . Valerie Grenberg
1192 NE 91st Terrace . . . $560,000 . . . . Nicholas Paton
1035 NE 99th Street. . . . . $520,000 . . . . Will Gearin
250 NE 97th Street. . . . . . $485,000 . . . . Jeffrey Giasson
9959 Biscayne Blvd . . . . . $445,000 . . . . Global Real Estate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Acquisitions
1628 NE 105th St, #A4 . . $400,000 . . . . Ubaldo Perez, Jr.
77 NW 96th Street. . . . . . $383,000 . . . . Jean Pierre Joubert
10526 NE 3rd Court . . . . $363,000 . . . . Wessel Revocable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Family Trust
1139 NE 105th Street. . . . $360,000 . . . . Welser Torres
101 NW 102nd Street . . . $323,400 . . . . ST 5 Properties
492 NW 111th Terrace . . $160,000 . . . . AG Real Estate Ventures
Thinking of improving or selling your home?
Start your search on www.miamishores.com and
find information on qualified Chamber members —
including 22 real estate professionals and over 50 home improvement experts!
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MIAMI SHORES Directory | miamishoresvillage.com
Alice Burch, Mayor
Steven Zelkowitz, Vice Mayor
Herta Holly, Council Member
Ivonne Ledesma, Council Member
Jesse Walters, Council Member
Important Phone Numbers
Village Hall
Police Department
Brockway Library
Aquatic Center
Country Club
Building and Zoning
Public Works
Community Center
Field House
305-795-2207
305-759-2468
305-758-8107
305-795-2241
305-795-2360
305-795-2204
305-795-2210
305-758-8103
305-758-6701
Village Council Meetings
Village Council meets on Tuesday, October
6 and 20 at 6:30 p.m. Council meetings are
televised on Comcast Channel 77 at 7:00
p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays and are also
streamed live on the Village’s Web site.
Miami Shores Country Club
Mon-Wed 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.*
Thursday 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.*
Friday
11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.*
Saturday 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.*
Sunday: Breakfast from 10:00 a.m.;
Brunch 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.; Bar open to 7
* Lounge may stay open later.
Dining Reservations: 305-795-2360
Tennis Reservations: 786-402-7948
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Mayor’s MESSAGE | ALICE BURCH
Families of all types and sizes—that’s what we are about in
Miami Shores. This fall, whether your baby has four legs or
wants to ride on two wheels, we have much to offer. Safe and Slow in the Shores! That’s the message we are getting from
residents concerned about speeding in our neighborhoods. We know
you are busy and have little time, but please be mindful with your driving, put the phone
down, keep your eyes on the road and speed limits, and ‘drive like your kids live here’.
Walk to School Day is October 7th, ask your school if they are participating! Halloween
will be celebrated on October 31st. Please to keep a look out for those trick-or-treaters
darting across the road.
Dogs in the Pool at the Aquatic Center on October 3rd! Small dogs can swim from 11 a.m.
until 12:30 p.m.; at 1 p.m. the large dogs can jump in! Call 305-795-2241 to pre-register.
Seniors, your next day trip transports you to the Perez Art Museum on October 17th;
register by October 5th.
Want to do more for the Shores? There are 26 vacancies on Village Boards; which one is
for you? Call the Village Clerk, Barbara Estep, 305-762-4851, and apply by October 13th.
November if full of opportunities to have fun while supporting worthwhile causes—
all right here in the Shores. November 1: The Recreation Department’s 5K Run starts at
the Community Center at 7:30 a.m. After you burn all of those calories, reward yourself
and your children to the Good Neighbors Benefit Brunch at the Country Club from 11
a.m.-2 p.m. Kids get to watch their favorite films while parents can relax and enjoy good
conversations with your neighbors! Cost is only $35.22/age 10 & under $17.58 and will
raise funds for good Village causes. The second annual Unity Ball is November 7th and will
also benefit Shores causes. I am so proud of the philanthropy of Miami Shores residents!
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EL PORTAL Directory | elportalvillage.com
Important Phone Numbers
Village Hall (M-F; 9am to 5pm) 305-795-7880
Police Department - Emergency 911
Police (non-emergency)
305-795-7870
Community Policing (CP)
786-278-5439
Village Administration
Village Hall Main Number 305-795-7880
Jason Walker, Village Manager Ext. 8002
Diane Rios, Village Clerk
Carolina Milutinovic, Building Clerk Ext. 8001
Michael Knowles, Permit Clerk Ext. 8000
Village Commission
Claudia V. Cubillos, Mayor
Omarr C. Nickerson, Vice Mayor, Seat 3
Roxanne Isaacs, Councilperson Seat 1
Aubrey Brunson, Councilperson Seat 2
Harold E. Mathis, Councilperson Seat 4
Meetings are held every 4th Tuesday of every
month at 7:00 p.m. at El Portal Village Hall.
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Mayor’s MESSAGE | Claudia V. Cubillos
I hope everyone had a great summer! This is the time of year that
children go back to school and safety should be a top priority.
Please let’s all respect the speed limit signs and drive as if your
child was playing on the street.
In order to ensure El Portal children were properly prepared
for the upcoming school year, we hosted a “Back to School”
backpack giveaway on Wednesday August 19th at the Village
Hall. I would like to thank Waste Management for their generosity in donating over
80 backpacks, which included composition notebooks, pencils and other supplies.
I would also like to thank the El Portal Police Department for their time to assist
in handing out the backpacks and providing tips to children and parents regarding
school safety.
On July 29th El Portal hosted a Three Villages Social, which included residents and
business leaders from El Portal, Miami Shores, and Biscayne Park. The social was
held in cooperation with the Greater Miami Shores Chamber of Commerce and its
new Three Villages Committee. Thanks to the generous sponsors who made this
event possible, including: Realtor Nancy Dawson and The Alexander Hotel.
Lastly, I am happy and excited to report that our El Portal Nature Trail Community
Park Expansion Project was selected by the Miami Foundation as one of 18 winners
of the 2015 Public Space Challenge. This Challenge is part of a growing ecosystem of
platforms and advocates pushing for greater investment in Miami-Dade County parks
and local gathering places. Parks and all public spaces are critical to the quality of life
for everyone and I am proud that this project is helping move El Portal forward.
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BISCAYNE PARK Directory | biscayneparkfl.gov
Important Phone Numbers
Village Hall (M-F, 9 am to 5 pm) 305-899-8000
Police Department – Emergency 911
Police Non-Emergency Dispatch 305-895-6263
305-899-8000
Police Clerk’s Office
Public Works Department 305-893-4346
Ed Burke Recreation Center 305-893-3711
Building Department 305-899-8000
Code Compliance Department 305-899-8000
Mayor’s MESSAGE | david j. coviello
We were happy to welcome Greater Miami Shores Chamber
of Commerce members and area residents to our new
Village Hall Annex for their August mixer!
Photos courtesy of Harvey Bilt Photography.
Village Administration
Heidi Siegel, Village Manager
305-899-8000
Krishan Manners,
Public Services Manager
305-899-8000
Maria C. Camara, Village Clerk 305-899-8000
Village Commission
Mayor David Coviello
Commissioner Bob Anderson
Commissioner Fred Jonas
Commissioner Roxanna Ross
Commissioner Barbara Watts
Meetings are held monthly on the first Tuesday
at 7:00 p.m. at the Ed Burke Recreation Center.
Ed Burke Recreation Center
11400 NE 9th Court, Biscayne Park
Facility hours from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Park hours from sunrise to sunset
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Club Corner
A listing of area fraternal, social, and civic organizations and their
upcoming meetings
Organization
Meets
TimeLocation Contact
Heidi Hewes Chapter, WCA
TBD TBD
Call for details
Meetings, mixers, & events in support of the Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center. Catherine McLaney
305-450-1212
Miami Shores Community Alliance
Wednesday, October 7
8:00 a.m.
Community Center
Breakfast sponsored this month by Miami Theater Center.
Bekky Leonard
305-759-2235
Miami Shores Friendly Villagers
Tuesday, October 6
Luncheon is $23. RSVP a must please!
Denise Aloise
305-799-1093
11:30 a.m.
Country Club
Kiwanis Club of Miami Shores & North Miami 1st & 3rd Thursdays
12:15 p.m.
Country Club
Sam Michels
305-757-5599
Miami Shores Optimists Club
Call for date and time
TBD
Country Club
Eddie Lewis
305-812-8516
Miami Shores Property Owners Association Call for date and time
TBD
Bekky Leonard
305-759-2235
Community Center
9617 Park Drive
Miami Shores Village People
Call for date and time
5:00-7:00 p.m. Call for details
Free non-membership social group for LGBT residents and straight allies. Cocktails & hors d’ouevres.
John D’Alessandro
305-505-9551
Miami Shores Woman’s Club
Tuesday, October 13
11:00 a.m.
Country Club
Sandi Diolo Kumm, North Miami Senior Citizens Foundation. Luncheon is $23. RSVP a must please by October 9!
Helen Mendel
305-751-6885
Rotary Club of Miami Shores
Every Wednesday
12:15 p.m.
Country Club
Clarice Kodsi
786-464-0841
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? Miami Shores History Corner
Each month, we feature a question or a
photograph from our Archives. The Miami
Shores Country Club donates a $25 gift
certificate to a randomly drawn person
supplying the correct response. The winner
is drawn on the 15th of the month.
Last month we asked if anyone knew the street
pictured above in a photograph lent to us
from the personal collection of Miami Shores
resident Seth Bramson, and in what direction
we are looking. Yes, it was 96th Street looking
east. The shot is from 1926! Our randomly
drawn winner is Jairo Ribero of El Portal.
No question this month, just a wonderful
story about Biscayne Park, supplied by a
reader. Enjoy!
In the 1920’s, Arthur Mertlow Griffing had
acquired and begun developing land along
Dixie Highway north of Miami. The nursery
was sold and the land subdivided and named
Griffing Biscayne Park Estates. Mr. Griffing
continued his love of landscaping by carefully
planting the area with shrubs and trees so
that Biscayne Park Estates resembled a huge
botanical garden. Early in January 1923,
Mr. Griffing began advertising in the Miami
Daily Metropolis and set up a miniature of
the Park. Prospective buyers were shuttled
from downtown Miami to the new “Gateway
to Miami”. Mr. Griffing combined his land
sales with his nursery promotions by offering
a free strawberry shortcake to potential
buyers, particularly young families, to live
in his new development. In addition he
produced safe environments for children to
play near their homes by creating many culde-sacs. The well-landscaped streets, medians
and park areas laid out by Mr. Griffing set
the stage for the first homes erected in the
development which cost between $4,000 and
$4,500. The shortcake incentive was later
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upgraded to a mixed box of grapefruits and
oranges.
By a vote of its 113 citizens, the Town
of Biscayne Park was incorporated on
December 31, 1931, and on June 16th, 1933,
a state charter was granted changing the
name to the Village of Biscayne Park. The
Works Progress Administration built a log
cabin, a clear and distinct reference to the
Depression as well as to the simplicity of the
American frontier days. On February 1, 1933,
at the height of the Depression, the Federal
Emergency Relief Program provided the
labor for the Dade County pine construction.
William Green, a resident of the Park, as
well as a Councilperson, was a regional
administrator for the Federal program and
was certainly instrumental in the creation of
the Park’s singular and distinctive building.
“Education is the kindling of a flame, not the filling of a vessel.”
Socrates
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The actual expenses incurred were a grand
total of $247, met by individual donations of
$5 to $20 and gifts from the Card Club that
ranged from $10 to $22. In light of today’s
multiple million dollar projects, these modest
sums seem very quaint, but when held in
light of the circumstances in which they
occurred during the national depression, they
reflect generous and caring residents and a
community that was conscientious of their
town. At a special ceremony on January 24th,
1935, the finished Log Cabin was officially
turned over to the Village, and to this day has
been the center for the daily operations of
the Park. Since its creation in the thirties, it
has been the prized symbol of the Village of
Biscayne Park.
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