Kendall Gazette 8.20.2013

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BY RICHARD YAGER

I n an impassioned 30-minuteaddress televised county-wide on Aug. 5, Miami-Dade County CommissionerJavier Souto charged “the

private community with keeping librarydoors open,” if government fails to doso.”

His comments continued a public out-cry against closure of public librariesnow reduced to 16 since Mayor CarlosGimenez announced a Miami-DadeCounty budget for fiscal 2013-14 thatwould shutter 22 to prevent a tax ratehike.

“Organizations like Friends of theLibrary and other community organiza-tions must come to prevent any one ofour libraries from closing — they are thefoundation of our educational system,”Souto declared.

The Lakes of the Meadow Branch,4284 SW 152 Ave., in the MeadowsShopping Center, was removed subse-quently from the original 22 along with

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BY RICHARD YAGER

A n overflow crowdjammed both the park-ing lot and entrance ofthe Kendale LakesBranch Library on

Aug. 3 when an estimated 1,200 young-sters and parents took advantage of freebackpacks and school supplies distrib-uted by Miami-Dade Commissioner JuanC. Zapata and his staff members, along

with Hammocks District Police.Co-sponsors included State Sen. Anitere

Flores, State Rep. Jeanette Nunez and WestKendall Community CouncilmemberCarolina Blanco.

Community partners contributing to theevent were Miami-Dade County, Miami-Dade Library, Children’s Trust,Read2Succeed, FirstBank, Miami Heat,Miami Dolphins, West Kendall BaptistHospital, Longhorn Steakhouse andMaru&Friends LLC.

Sophia, 7, andSarah Avila, 5, are

fitted with pinkbackpacks by

Miami-DadeCommissioner Juan

C. Zapata atKendale Lakes

Library on Aug. 3.They’ll begin

attending BridgePoint Academy

beginning Aug. 21.

(Photo by ArmandoRodriquez/Miami-Dade

County)

1,200 show up Aug. 3 for freebackpacks and school supplies

BY RICHARD YAGER

M ore than 200 resi-dents rallied onAug. 1 to continueprotesting a new

charter school replacing EastKendall’s Pinewood Acres Schooldespite design changes that reportedlywould reduce its overall size by 10percent.

“The projected enrollment of 2,000students is the real issue here and it’ssimply not acceptable,” said JoseSuarez, president of the East KendallHomeowners Federation (EKHO),allied with CANE (Citizens Against97th Avenue Development) in object-ing to school expansion.

At a special meeting in the ChineseChristian Gospel Church, 10200 SW107 Ave., residents applauded EKHO’sTucker Gibbs who urged them to “showup and be heard” when the Miami-DadeCounty Commission considers theapplication to convert the neighborhoodprivate elementary school to a pre-Kthrough senior high school.

“Do not be fooled by whatever theytell you they will do,” he charged evenbefore attorney Juan Mayol andschool architect Rolando Llanesdescribed changes to reduce the origi-nal building footprint and improvetraffic flow at the 8.3-acre site at 9500SW 97 Ave.

Somerset Bay at Pinewood Acres isthe name for the new charter schoolproposed by the Leones family, 60-

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BY RICHARD YAGER

New bridgework construction onthe Shula Expressway (SR 874) overSunset Drive (SW 72nd Street) inKendall is due for completion by theend of the fall, according to theMiami-Dade Expressway Authority(MDX).

The $46 million improvement proj-ect between Bird Road and KendallDrive rebuilding the ShulaExpressway south of the PalmettoExpressway (SR 826) interchange isthe last major link in of recent recon-struction work on both expressways inthe Kendall area.

Other reconstruction widening SR874 south of Kendall Drive toFlorida’s Turnpike intersection nearSW 152nd Street was completed dur-ing earlier phases of the project in2010-12.

“Currently, the SR 874 project is 80percent complete,” said Mario Diaz,MDX spokesperson. “All work is esti-mated to be completed by early 2014.”

Among the major items still to be

completed are preparing paint finishesfor noise barrier walls and installationof overhead signage while work con-tinues on median widening throughoutthe project corridor.

New asphalt layers will finish thesection between Bird Road and the SR878 interchange north of Kendall Driveonce heavy construction is completed.

Work also is continuing on bridgewidening over SW 56th Street (MillerDrive) and SW 87th Avenue(Galloway Road) and C-2 Canal.

Project improvements weredesigned primarily to increase thecapacity of SR 874’s mainline byadding an additional lane southbound(from SR 826 to SW 88th Street) andan additional lane northbound,between the Snapper CreekExpreessway (SR 878) north to thePalmetto Expressway.

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The Shula Expressway (SR 874)bridges are being widened overSunset Drive (SW 72nd Street).

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five others outside of Kendall throughpersonnel and operational revisions.

Two of four Kendall libraries slated toclose in District 10 are Concord Branch,3882 SW 112 Ave., and Sunset Branch,10855 SW 72 St. in the Sunset Strip PlazaShopping Center. In District 11, two poten-tial closures include Country Walk Branch,15433 SW 137 Ave., and West KendallRegional, 10201 Hammocks Blvd. in theHammocks Town Shopping Center.

The West Kendall Regional is housed in

one of 10 rented buildings that the Miami-Dade Public Library system used as aguide to reduce budget costs.

“The county has plenty of open space inbuildings it owns to keep our librariesopen, rather than paying rent,” Souto said.

Kendall residents will have a chance tovoice their views at 6 p.m. on Thursday,Aug. 22, when the last of five Town Hallbudget sessions is led by Mayor Gimenezat West Dade Regional Library, 9445Coral Way.

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year owners of Pinewood, which has agreed to a limited partnership with the Academia/Somerset Academy firm that operates charter schools throughout the U.S.

During recent years, pre-K to grade 6 classes totaling up to 200 students have occu-pied the cluster of one-story buildings in a low-profile campus surrounded by single-family homes and shade trees, north and south of SW 96th Street.

The new proposal would erect a two-story, L-shaped concrete building with capaci-ty for 2,000 students, replacing existing structures along the south side of SW 96thStreet with an entryway road off SW 97th Street to accommodate stacking of vehiclesand school buses.

Initial review by the Miami-Dade County Developmental Impact Committee’s (DIC)Lower Council rejected a 101,000-square-foot structure as inconsistent with the exist-ing neighborhood, leading to a revised plan scheduled to be heard next by the full 16-member DIC Council, probably in late September.

According to Gibbs, a recommendation to accept the revised plan would next go tothe county commission for public hearings during November or December, a schedulethat would likely project a final commission decision in January 2014.

Mayol and Llanes told the gathering that revised siting of school buildings along thesouth side of SW 96th Street would create open corridors and more equally divide cam-pus facility placements, north and south of the street.

In addition, an on-site entry area off SW 97th Avenue was redesigned to accommo-date up to 96 cars during loading hours. School parking spaces were increased to 196to further reduce parking issues.

“While any change is welcome, such minor revisions do not eliminate the impact thata high school would have on the 97th Avenue neighborhood, including the future poten-tial of a four-lane road to accommodate future vehicular traffic,” Suarez said. “We arereally focused on expanding community support to oppose any increase in physical sizeor the current 290 cap on the current Pinewood School.”

BY ALICIA WHITLEY

This September, Dadeland Mall is mak-ing your shopping experience completewith the live sounds from local musicians.

Enjoy a variety of genres as you visit themall’s new wing and the newest retailers andrestaurants. The free performances are 5-7 p.m.Saturdays.

Sept. 7, Eddie Trujillo Duo — Enjoy anoriginal sound of Latin and modern jazz as

this talented guitarist soothes the night.Sept. 14, Encore — This elegant string

duo will entertain listeners with light classi-cal beats, show tunes, international andsmooth listening favorites.

Sept. 21, Kelly Dow — Kelly Dow willmake the crowd move with up-beat jazz andpop.

Sept. 28, Sarah Salz — This pianist willentertain listeners by performing soothingclassical tunes.

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BY JUSTIN HESSER

John A. Ferguson High School in WestKendall has been named as one of the eightschools in the state to win the 2012-13Florida High School Athletic Association’s(FHSAA) Fred E. Rozelle SportsmanshipAward.

The award was presented to the schoolswhose total sports programs best exempli-fied the qualities of sportsmanship asdemonstrated by the school’s coaches,players, and fans during the 2012-13school year.

The criteria for selecting the winners ofthe award includes programs and activitiesimplemented within the school and com-munity to promote sportsmanship, the

number and type of unsportsmanlike ejec-tions, and the number and type of excep-tional sportsmanship reports.

Ferguson High School had no unsports-manlike ejections, suspensions, or fines inany sport by any player, coach, or spectatorthroughout the entire school year.

Along with the prestige of winning theaward, Ferguson High was given a prize of$3,000, which will be used to purchase uni-forms and equipment for this school year.

“This is a very proud moment forFerguson High athletics and we are trulyhonored to receive the award,” said KelvinJustice, Ferguson’s athletic director. “Wehave set a high standard and we look for-ward to meeting the challenge of winningthe award next year.”

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Miami-Dade Police Officer Alex Rizo aided an unsuccessful attempt to save a mentally challenged malefrom drowning on May 12 when he responded to an emergency at a lake off SW 133rd Terrace. Arrivingat the scene, Rizo immediately grabbed his scuba mask to dive into the water and help Fire-Rescue locatethe victim and bring him to shore. Commended for his quick reaction, Rizo was named May Officer of theMonth in Kendall District by Citizens Advisory Committee chair Barry White (left) and Maj. ChristopherCarothers, district commander.

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BY RICHARD YAGER

Miami-Dade District 11 CommissionerJuan C. Zapata’s aim to make Miami-Dadethe next target for new technical growthbegan at Westwind Lakes Park on Aug. 9.

While Zapata was unable to be present,his objective to provide public space forhands-on training began with the first ofsix Kendall parks among 14 countywidethat will offer 10 computer terminals andWi-Fi access for children and adults.Goulds Park and Olinda Park also openedcenters Aug. 9.

“This is a significant step to expandhigh-speed broadband fiber in WestKendall and lower the cost of fiber opticsin this area, and help attract businessdevelopment, particularly around Kendall-Tamiami Airport,” Zapata said in an inter-view. “A skilled labor force will sustainour economic development in the future.”

Of 14 planned county centers at parkfacilities, five in Kendall will join

Westwind Lakes in coming months, includ-ing Olympic Park adjacent to KendaleLakes Library; Cherry Grove Park, next toKendall Branch Library; Deerwood BonitaLakes Park and Francisco Human RightsPark at West Dade Regional Library.

The new centers complement excellentIT and Coding programs now at G.Holmes Braddock Senior High School,Felix Varela Senior High School, John A.Ferguson Senior High and Sunset SeniorHigh, Zapata pointed out.

“They integrate perfectly with excitingtechnology projects that FloridaInternational University is seeking todevelop toward a tgoal of Miami-Dadebeing recognized as a technologyical gate-way of the Americas.”

The program is aided by a $1.8 millionMicrosoft grant, AT&T providing a year offree service, and sponsorship by the SouthFlorida Digital Alliance which brings tech-nology to communities, parks and libraryfacilities.

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Pictured at Westwind Lakes Park are (l-r) Peter Korinis, South Florida Digital Alliance Board member; MariaJohnston, AT&T Regional director; Angel Petisco, Enterprise Technology director; Lisa Martinez, senior advisor,Miami-Dade County; Alvaro Muniz, aide to District 11 Commissioner Juan C. Zapata; Miami-Dade Mayor CarlosA. Gimenez; Bernardo Escobar, Zapata’s chief of staff; Miami-Dade Parks drector Jack Kardys; Jose Cabrera, exec-utive director, South Florida Digital Alliance, and SFDA board members James Osteen, Joseph Steen, Jackie Zelmaand Andrew Phillips.

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Unless you have been living in a cave forthe last month you are probably aware ofthe fact that Miami-Dade County govern-ment, more specifically our mayor, CarlosGimenez, and our county commissioners,have announced that due to the lack of suf-ficient revenue it is necessary to close 22 ofour county libraries — that’s half ourlibrary system.

As of July 31, the office of the mayorhad announced that they might be able tokeep open six of those proposed to close.The change of heart libraries are: Culmer,Lakes of the Meadow, Lemon City, LittleRiver, Opa-locka and Shenandoah.

Those slated to be closed are: CaliforniaClub, Golden Glades, Civic Center Kiosk,Model City, North Shore, South Shore,Fairlawn, Virrick Park, Country Walk,Concord, Sunset, Tamiami, West KendallRegional, Doral, Hialeah Gardens andPalm Springs North.

The problems for our communities,caused by the proposed closings, are hor-rendous. Let’s see what the closings will dofor our community:

1. Voting locations. It seems every time Ivote it’s in a library. With so many librariesclosing, the county will have to rent facili-ties at election time. So some of the moneysaved with the proposed closings will beconsumed to rent substitute voting sites.

2. Looking for a job? The best, actuallythe only way, to look for a job, is over theInternet. Where, if you are out of work anddo not have a computer at home, do yougo? You go to the library. Next time youvisit a library check out the computers. Youwill find every one in use and a queue ofpeople waiting for a computer to becomeavailable. Close the libraries and wherewill these individuals go?

3. Today, residents receiving unemploy-ment checks must file a bi-weekly reportidentifying the places they contacted seek-ing employment. In the old days you wentto the unemployment office and filed areport. Today you must go on a computerand file a report electronically. Close thelibraries and where will everyone go?

4. Low on income? Need a book?Perhaps it costs too much to buy? You can’t

find a bookstore open anyway so you go tothe library? Close the libraries and wherewill you go?

5. County public meetings. Where arethey held? More often than not in a locallibrary. I have been to a number of countymeetings at the West Kendall RegionalLibrary. Close the libraries and the countymust go out and rent facilities for suchfunctions as community council meetingsand the many other county functions.

6. Work for the county library system?Losing your job? You now can receiveunemployment checks in lieu of a payrollcheck. How much money did the countyactually save?

7. Keeping kids off the street. Parents,where would you prefer to see your teenagekids — at the library or in the alleywaybehind a 7-11?

I don’t know how the county selected thelibraries on the “to close list.” I hope it wasbased upon neighborhood needs. I don’twant my friends in Coral Gables to hate mebut it would seem that the poorest Miami-Dade communities should be the last toclose and the more affluent neighborhoodthe first to close.

Library closings and the non-funding ofthe proposed Pets’ Trust are the primary

focus of the budget cuts. It’s absolutelynecessary that the county estimate the costof keeping the libraries open and fund thePets’ Trust, which received a 75 percentcommunity support at the polls.

The mayor and the commissioners mustgo into the community and tell all propertyowners “here is the cost to reverse our posi-tion. We really need the libraries and youvoted for the Pets’ Trust. Property ownersof Miami-Dade, now that you know theminimal cost and have had time to digestthe results of our position, tell us you sup-port the minimal real estate tax increase.”

We really need it. Nothing in life is free.

We appreciate your opinions on this col-umn whether in agreement or disagreement.Please send your comments to (fax number)305-662-6980 or email to <[email protected]>. The opinionsexpressed in this column are not necessari-ly those of this newspaper, its editors orpublisher.

KENNETH’S COMMENTARY

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BY JENNIFER FOLEY

Florida State University student JustinRavelo is among 21 top students who willreceive $1,000 college scholarships toencourage their pursuit of law enforce-ment/public safety careers by the profes-sional public safety officers of the LawEnforcement Education Program (LEEP).

Ravelo graduated in the top 20 percentof his class at TERRA EnvironmentalResearch Institute in Kendall, a publicmagnet high school, with a 3.47 GPA. Hevolunteered over 200 hours with theMiami-Dade Police Department, filingpolice reports and collecting and distribut-ing toys to children in low-income neigh-borhoods. He organized field depositionsand police reports to prepare Miami Dadestate attorneys for court.

“With extreme dedication and passionfor a future career in law, I seek for LEEPto assist me toward my college degree withthe information that I will never cowertoward an easy way out when given aheavy load,” Ravelo wrote in his scholar-ship application. “What motivates the aver-age student is knowing that there is a lightat the end of the tunnel. That doesn’t moti-vate me at all. What motivates me is theadventure within the tunnel.”

In high school, Ravelo was foundingmember and president of Tri-M MusicHonors Society; historian officer, leadmale bass vocalist and lead baritone forTERRA Chorus, and lead attorney memberof TERRA Mock Trail Team. He served onTERRA Yearbook Committee and TERRAParent Teacher Student Association(PTSA) Student Representative and offi-cial photographer, volunteering over 200hours with fundraisers and food sales. Heassisted in gathering over 9,000 books and

materials for educational centers in thecountries of Guyana and Haiti.

“Justin has a passion for justice,” wroteDeborah Ebbert, magnet lead teacher atTERRA, in a letter of recommendation.“Get him started on how our society treatslaw enforcement officers, or on the crimi-nal justice system, and you will see a pas-sionate advocate emerge.”

In its ninth year, LEEP has awardedsome $102,000 in Dream scholarships tostudents showing a demonstrated interestin public service/law enforcement careers.The non-profit public safety group’s schol-arship program is made possible by agrowing list of national supporters.

Visit <www.leepusa.com> for moreinformation about LEEP programs.

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BY RICHARD YAGER

The next “crop” from Miami-Dade’s disappearing farmlands maybe electricity.

“Sales of solar power could be oneanswer to save our agricultural landsfrom continuing residential and com-mercial development,” Miami-DadeDistrict 9 Commissioner Dennis C.Moss told a West Kendall audienceon July 31.

Spurred by the plight of ever-increasing encroachment of new tracthome building and shopping centerdevelopment in southwesternMiami-Dade, Moss sponsored andreceived commission approval inJanuary for a six-month feasibilitystudy of solar installations suitablefor small or large county acreages.

The study is intended to identifysources of existing assistance pro-grams as well as tax exemptions thatwould encourage small Miami-Dadeagricultural landholders to considerestablishing green energy farms.

“This could be an alternative wayto produce and sell power to FloridaPower and Light,” he said during at aMiami-Dade Police HammocksDistrict Citizens AdvisoryCommittee (CAC) meeting.

“Solar panels taking up only a por-tion of an agriculturally zoned prop-erty could be used for farming needswith any excess sold for a profit tothe power company,” Moss said.

Grid-supply systems directly feed elec-tricity from local solar arrays into a region-al power infrastructure, he explained. Suchpanel installations bring back memories ofpanel installations called “paint farms” thattested mixing durability on vacant fields insouthwestern Miami-Dade.

Other comments by Moss on southwestMiami-Dade growth:

• Location of the AnsaldoBreda (Italiancorporation) company’s U.S. headquartersin southwest Miami-Dade is expected toadd 500-600 new jobs. The Italian firmwill replace current Metrorail trains with amodernized fleet in 2015.

• Negotiations to make South Dade atourist destination center continue with thepossibility of building a Universal Studios-style theme park as an attraction adjacentto ZooMiami.

• An attractive village center similar toCocowalk or Merrick Park is planned foracreage next to the South DadeGovernment Center in Cutler Bay.

• Development of new farmland-produc-tion of wines by use of imported grapes aswell as native Florida fruits as popularizedby Schnebley’s Winery of Homestead forHomestead and Redland farm areas.

• Promoting the annual Air Show atHomestead Air Reserve Base andNASCAR racing at Homestead Speedwaycan attract “Super Bowl-like” crowds toboost local tourism.

• A new direct route connector toZooMiami off the Shula Expressway (SR874) is under study by Florida’s Turnpikeand the Miami-Dade ExpresswayAuthority.

Moss also said he would initiate and sup-port efforts to have libraries utilize space inMiami-Dade’s public high schools duringoff-hours if the FY 2013-14 budget resultsin closures of 16 county facilities.

The commissioner had special praise forthe Miami-Dade Police Department, not-ing how effectively the local force of 5,000covers nearly 2,000 square miles comparedto Chicago’s 14,000 covering 234 squaremiles.

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Commissioner Dennis C. Moss speaks to West Kenall audi-ence about solar power.

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BY GRANT MILLER Publisher

For quite a few years

now, advocates of an on-

campus football stadium

for the University of

Miami Hurricanes have

been clamoring for a

change in the school’s no-

stadium policy and touting the advantages

of a dedicated home for the team.

Time could be running out for the UM’s

football program if the administration

doesn’t see the importance of an on-cam-

pus stadium and make it a priority.

Fan attendance at home games — held

not onsite but at distant stadiums, like the

Orange Bowl in the past or at Sun Life sta-

dium now — is down and so is team spirit

and school spirit. A true “Home of the

’Canes” located right on campus would do

a lot to correct all of those problems and

might even get the team back on a winning

streak with some national championships.

Expecting students and fans to travel long

distances to stadiums with no connection

to their team just isn’t working. There is no

home team advantage if there is no home.

And if the UM administrators really

want their school to be taken seriously,

then they need to take their own sports pro-

gram seriously — especially football,

which is the power sport at most schools

nationwide and drives not only funding for

sports but for educational programs as

well. Alumni that aren’t excited about their

school aren’t inclined to contribute to it.

Look at the facts. The University of

Florida, Florida State University,

University of Central Florida, Florida

International University and Florida

Atlantic University all have on-campus

stadiums. Why not a major program like

the UM. The same is true for all major col-

leges around the country. Those universi-

ties all understand the importance of on-

campus stadiums for building spirit and

raising funds. College football is not just a

game; it’s also big business.

Studies have shown that there is room

onsite for an appropriate-sized stadium,

and that traffic and parking issues would

be minimal and manageable. A stadium

wouldn’t have to be big enough to compete

with Sun Life. In fact, having a limited

number of seats might encourage fans to

buy their tickets early before they sell out.

Financing the stadium is a challenge of

course, but if the UM will wisely invest in

its own future and also seek corporate

sponsorships, there’s no reason why far-

sighted administrators can’t make it hap-

pen. Private funding is a must. No taxpay-

er money should be involved if the UM

wants to avoid the stigma of the Marlins’

stadium fiasco.

It can be done. It should be done. The

only question is, are the UM administra-

tors up to the game?

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BY CAROLINA WILSON

Born in West Palm Beachin 1950, ArchbishopThomas Wenski is truly amissionary priest in his ownbackyard.

After attending St. JohnVianney Minor Seminary inMiami, St. Vincent de Paul

Major Seminary in Boynton Beach, andserving as Bishop of Orlando, Wenski con-tinued his spiritual leadership and service inFlorida in 2010 when Pope Benedict XVIappointed him fourth Archbishop of Miami.

Having chosen the episco-pal motto “Omnia Omnibus”which means “all things to allmen,” Wenski demonstrates aclear appreciation for thediversity of South Florida.

“I thought that this quotefrom St. Paul in many waysilluminated my own path inmy priestly ministry. Over theyears I have worked with var-ious ethnic and languagegroups — Hispanics, AfricanAmericans, Haitians, etc. Ilearned their languages, atetheir food, listened to theirmusic, to be ‘all things’ to all,”Wenski said.

Having been born andraised in Florida, Wenski hasrecognized that there is something specialand unique about the Miami community.

“Miami has been called the ‘City of theFuture.’ Our diversity of cultures, races, andlanguages is a harbinger of where our nationis headed,” Wenski said. “In other words,[Miami’s] ‘today’ is America’s ‘future.’”

The archbishop noted that although com-munity of Orlando also exhibited somediversity, he was still able to see differencesbetween Orlando and Miami.

“Facetiously, I could say that Orlando dio-cese has a whole lot more of back country roadsperfect for riding a motorcycle,” said Wenski,who owns a Harley. “Orlando, like Miami, hasa growing Hispanic and Haitian population —and, like Miami, it has lots of tourists. But, inmany ways, the communities are very similar,though Orlando is a bit smaller.”

In his final column for the Orlando editionof the Florida Catholic newspaper, Wenskiwrote, “I am told that South Florida has itschallenges.”

He said that he not only already has facedthose challenges, but has also witnessed theMiami community overcome them.

“When I arrived in Miami, the communi-

ty was still reeling from effects of the ‘greatrecession’ and, of course, the Archdiocesewas not unaffected,” Wenski said.“Nevertheless, in three years theArchdiocese, together with its parishes, haspaid off more than $90 million in debt. Thisrepresents a significant turnaround.”

Although monetary contributions were agreat achievement, the archbishop believesthat the greatest and most rewarding experi-ence has been immaterial.

“In Church life, it’s not about the money;it’s about the mission. At my installation asArchbishop in June 2010, I said that we have‘to start afresh from Christ’ and I believe

we’ve done that,” Wenskisaid. “One of the mostrewarding things of the pastthree years has been theincrease in number of youngmen studying for the priest-hood. There are currently 60men studying to be priests forSouth Florida — double fromthree years ago!”

Wenski has written thatwhat is needed is “Christianswith a backbone.” In a worldthat is continuously growingin its challenges and secular-ization, he hopes that youth ofMiami will stay committed tothe morals of their community.

“In a secularized world,no one can just be carried

along in the practice of their faith. It has tobe a personal decision, a personal commit-ment. In a world whose values are in con-trast with values of religious faith andmorals, there will inevitably be a ‘cost’ tobe paid for discipleship. Without a back-bone people will not pay the cost but willjust drift away or conform themselves tothe conventional culture.”

Wenski believes that Miami youth notonly need to personally reflect, but also needto strengthen their ties to each other,strengthening the future of Miami by rein-forcing the community.

“Young people have ideals and aspirationsfor the future, which they should not sellshort. Don’t settle for mediocrity, but strivefor excellence, even in building of a betterfuture, a better world,” Wenski said.

Carolina Wilson, a native of Miami, isstudying at the University of Notre Damewhere she is the rising senior class presi-dent. She aspires to attend a journalismgraduate program after graduation. She maybe contacted by addressing email to<[email protected]>.

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BY GARY ALAN RUSE

The EDGE Charitable Foundation willhost its first annual “Casino Night” to ben-efit children who are victims of humantrafficking and domestic violence in SouthFlorida.

Scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 5, 7 p.m., atthe Sheraton Miami Airport Hotel, theorganizers currently are seeking sponsorsfor the event and also are recommendingthat those interested in attending buy theirtickets early as space is limited.

The Early Development of GlobalEducation (EDGE) Charitable Foundation, a501(c)3 non-profit organization, has beencalled one of the premiere environmentalorganizations in the country and is working tomake its First Annual Casino Night the phil-anthropic event of the year. It boasts a color-ful group of local business people, communi-ty leaders, and local celebrities on its guestlist. The emcee will be Natalia Zea of CBS4.

The EDGE Charitable Foundation servesmore than 12,000 children today in theContinental U.S., Haiti, India, Jamaica,Kenya, Madagascar, Nicaragua and PuertoRico. Last year’s event raised money tofund various projects locally and globally.

“The EDGE set a goal during last year’s

Masquerade Ball to double the number ofchildren to be impacted by the 2012Masquerade event, and they not only

achieved their aggressive goal, they surpassedit,” said Mercy Hernandez, founder and pres-ident of the EDGE Charitable Foundation.

Attire for the event will be semi-formal.Tickets start at $50 per person if bought inadvance and include an open bar, food,cocktails and $50 in chips. Price at the doorwill be $60 per person. Tickets are limited tothe first 500 players, who must be at least 21years of age. Event organizers are promisinga night filled with music, cigars and enter-tainment in a lounge-style setting.Winnings, they advise, have no cash value,but there will be raffles, prizes and more.Online registration can be done on the orga-nization’s website at<www.TheEdgeEducation.com> or visitthere for additional information.

Established in 2007 as Educators,Environmentalists and Humanitarians, theEDGE’s mission is to “provide leadership,education, services and advocacy that willassist in revolutionizing a global humani-tarian movement of environmental educa-tion and awareness through partnershipswith families, teachers, schools and ourglobal communities.”

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BY ROXANA ROMERO

Samuel Karkassoni Barros’ life maysound similar to that of other college stu-dents. He works full time and goes toschool full time. That’s where the likenessends.

Karkassoni Barros has been living on hisown with his twin brother since they were17 years old. Yet, despite the challenges hehas faced, he persevered and nabbed thisyear’s Francisco Foundation ScholarshipAward at Miami Dade College (MDC).

In addition to his 3.3 GPA, this businessadministration major is the current vicepresident of Phi Theta Kappa at theInterAmerican Campus (IAC) and anactive member of the Phi Beta Lambda andthe National Society of Leadership andSuccess. In his limited spare time, he alsovolunteers and hopes to graduate with adegree in computer science.

“My plans for the future are to open myown healthcare information technologycompany specializing in bio-technology,”he said.

Karkassoni Barros, 19, and his twinbrother were raised by a single mother.

When their maternal grandmother becameill in Peru, his mother had to return to carefor her, leaving the boys behind to create abetter future for themselves. In the mean-time, this Miami native continues to jugglehis time between work, school, and volun-teering. His efforts have paid off.

The Francisco Foundation selects a win-ner each year on the basis of demonstratedleadership, community service, academicexcellence, and a love of democracy andfreedom. The $2,500 scholarship was cre-ated in honor of Rogelio “Francisco”Gonzalez Corzo who was executed byFidel Castro’s regime in 1961 when he was28 years old for his attempts to subvert thedictatorship. He was the head of the under-ground anti-Castro resistance effort called“Movement to Recover the Revolution.”

“Francisco left an important legacybehind. I hope the students who receivethis scholarship will follow in his footstepsand defend human rights, and also to learnabout this young man’s struggles for Cubato be a better place to live in,” said Miami-Dade County District 10 CommissionerJavier Souto, who serves on the FranciscoFoundation Board.

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BY ROBERT HAMILTON

An organization dedicated to helpingyoung girls turn their lives around throughday and after-school social change pro-grams, Girl Power has been a fundamentaland instrumental part of the Miami commu-nity for many years.

But organizations need funds to operateand Girl Power is no exception, relying ongrants and donations to keep going andcontinue to support their intervention andmentoring programs. On Aug. 25, thegroup’s inspiring and extremely talentedchoir will perform modern and classicGospel songs along with the legendaryMaryel Epps and the popular RochelleLightfoot at a concert at Armory Studios,572 NW 23 St. (305-756-5502) on the edgeof the Design District.

At just $50 per ticket, concert-goers willget a roof-raising, rousing, inspiring anddynamic concert, a delicious brunch fromMiami favorite, Chef Irie, and champagne-infused Mimosas. What more could you askfor on a Sunday afternoon?

“We hope this concert will not only raisea much-needed $20,000 for Girl Power butwill introduce our remarkable girls to theworld and showcase the incredible talent ofGirls’ Choir of Miami,” said ThemaCampbell, president/CEO of Girl Power.“Many of these young girls are marginal-ized by our community. It is Girl Power’smission to bring the voices of these girls tothe public. Our choir, we’ve found, is oneof the best ways to broadcast the best ofGirl Power to the world.”

The impact of Girl Power on the youngwomen they serve has been profound. Liveshave been changed and destinies divertedonto positive paths. For girls who havebeen suspended from school, are angry anddisillusioned, who have major problems athome, Girl Power has not only served as arefuge but a guiding force in significantlyboosting their self esteems, dialing backtheir anger and ultimately turning theirlives around.

“I have learned many things whileattending Girl Power,” said 15-year-oldCarla. “I have learned how to let things go,to believe in myself, have confidence inmyself and everything I do. I’m so thankfulthat I was sent here. I feel everything hap-pens for a reason, and I have to say thatthanks to Girl Power, I’m a better younglady.”

And 14-year-old Marva said, “This pro-gram has taught me to control my anger,beware of the consequences of recklessbehavior and to take responsibility for myactions. These are important priorities I willstrive to apply to my life outside of GirlPower.”

Girl Power is an extraordinary organiza-tion that actually is making a real differencethat’s tangible and measurable and theyneed the dollars to keep moving forward.Funds raised at the Gospel Brunch will beused to keep the group’s programs aliveensuring that even more young ladies willbenefit from their outreach, education andguidance.

Visit Girl Power online at<www.girlpowerrocks.org>.

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Lynley Walker Ciorobea and U.S.Congressman Patrick Murphy recentlyreceived Palmer Trinity School’s inauguralDistinguished Alumni Awards.

Walker Ciorobea, who graduated fromPalmer Trinity School in 1996, is now aproud mother and a Realtor at EWMRealtors. She received the Founders’Alumni Award, which recognizes alumniwho have demonstrated honor, courage andleadership and helped to fulfill the visionof Palmer Trinity School’s founders.

Congressman Murphy graduated fromPalmer Trinity School in 2001 and hasgone on to become a member of the U.S.House of Representatives from Florida’s18th District. He received the Head ofSchool’s Alumni Award, recognizing dis-tinguished service to the community, whichexemplifies Palmer Trinity School’s mis-sion — commitment to the moral, spiritual,intellectual, physical, and creative growthof all members of the community.

For more information about the school,visit <www.palmertrinity.org>.

Lynley Walker Ciorobea (left) and U.S. CongressmanPatrick Murphy display Palmer Trinity School’sDistinguished Alumni Awards at this year’s AlumniCocktail Reception.

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BY CATHY GUERRA

The Deering Estate at Cutler’s CabaretConcert Series features intimate concertsinside the historic Stone House Ballroom.The season’s final concert on Saturday,Aug. 31, will feature jazz pianist, compos-er and vocalist, Ariel Pocock.

The concert begins at 8 p.m. and themain gate opens at 7 p.m. It is recommend-ed to arrive early for preferred seating.Guests are welcome to bring refreshmentsand snacks to enjoy during the show.

Tickets are $20 and limited seating isavailable. Advance tickets are recommended.Tickets can be purchased online for an addi-tional fee or by calling the Deering EstateTicket Office at 305-235-1668, ext. 233.

At 20, Ariel Pocock already has earnednational and international recognition forher music. Recognized by Downbeat mag-azine, Ariel won both the jazz piano andjazz voice divisions for her age group.During the 2009 Essentially Ellington JazzFestival at Lincoln Center, Ariel receivedthe award for Outstanding Solo Pianist aswell as the Ella Fitzgerald Charitable

Foundation’s top award.Other achievements include winning

first place in the 2010 Seattle-Kobe JazzVocalist Competition, earning OutstandingPiano Soloist at the 2008 Lionel HamptonInternational Festival, and opening forSheryl Crow at the Seattle Opera House.Notable performances include RonnieScott’s Jazz Club, Lincoln Center, in Kobe,Japan, and as a part of Cedar Rapid’s“Music Under The Stars” series.

She also has appeared as a headline actin the Elkhart Jazz Festival and the IowaCity Jazz Festival. Ariel currently studieswith notable jazz pianists Shelly Berg andMartin Bejerano on full scholarship atUniversity of Miami’s Frost School ofMusic, and performs and teaches year-round. The Seattle Times has called her a“brilliant vocalist,” a “star in the making,”and a jazz pianist with “a true facility.”

The Deering Estate at Cutler, a Miami-Dade County Park, is located at 16701 SW72 Ave. For more information on theDeering Estate’s educational and culturalprograms, visit online at <www.deeringes-tate.org>.

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BY ANDY NEWMAN

Military, fire and rescue, police and med-ical personnel are to be honored during anannual Heroes Welcome Tribute Weekendset for Friday through Sunday, Aug. 30 toSept. 1, at Hawks Cay Resort on Duck Keyin the Florida Keys.

Highlights of the “heroes in action” LaborDay weekend event include a family fun nighton Friday, Aug. 30, with a Touch-a-Truck event,food, games and a movie. Set for 5:30-10 p.m.,the event is free and open to the public.

Saturday, an early morning 5k HeroesWelcome Run/Walk is planned followed bya post-race party, an evening cookout andceremonial lighting of the fire pit with a pho-tographic video tribute at sunset to honorfallen heroes and those formerly and cur-rently in action. A participation fee appliesfor the 5k and cookout events.

The weekend continues Sunday in trueAmerican style with a barbecue, live musicperformance by country music and televi-sion star Daniel Lee Martin and fireworksshow to conclude the evening.

Tickets for the All-American barbecue areavailable for advance purchase and coveradmission to the evening events. Prices are

$25.95 per adult, $13 for children ages 4-12and free for children age 3 and under.

Hawks Cay Resort’s annual HeroesWelcome program features specially pricedaccommodations and activity discountsbetween Aug. 19 and Nov. 26, for currentand former military, fire and rescue, lawenforcement and medical personnel.

“We are honored to host these Americanheroes,” said Sheldon Suga, the resort’smanaging director. “We feel it is importantto show our respect in any way we can.”

Each year Hawks Cay partners with fast-casual restaurant franchise Firehouse Substo donate a portion of proceeds to the chain’sprimary charity, Firehouse Subs PublicSafety Foundation.

Civilians can receive a special 20 percentdiscount on best-available room rates bymaking a donation of $2 or more to theFirehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation.

Accommodations at several otherMarathon-area hotels, inns and lodgingproperties also are available.

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BY ALEXANDRA BASSIL

Celebrating its 30th Anniversary Seasonthis October, the University of Miami FrostSchool of Music’s Festival Miamiannounces that its acclaimed month-longmusic festival will open in grand style thisyear with seven-time Grammy Award-win-ning international superstar Gloria Estefanperforming a unique jazz-influenced pro-gram on Oct. 1, 8 p.m., at UM’s MauriceGusman Concert Hall, 1314 Miller Dr. onthe Coral Gables campus.

The multi-media concert promises to bea memorable evening of music featuringthe singer-songwriter-entrepreneur per-forming standards from the AmericanSongbook that have special significance toEstefan and are featured on her upcomingalbum (to be released on Sept. 10 by SonyInternational), The Standards, arranged,orchestrated and co-produced by Grammy-nominated jazz arranger and dean of theFrost School of Music Shelly Berg.

South Florida concert-goers will enjoynew renditions of timeless classics such asGood Morning Heartache, EmbraceableYou, I’ve Grown Accustomed to His Face,Smile, and What a Wonderful World, plus

Latin American love songs El Dia Que MeQuieres and Eu Sei Que Vou Te Amar.

The program also will feature behind-

the-scenes video footage from the studiorecording and highlights from the upcom-ing PBS Standards concert that Estefanrecorded with the Frost School of Music’sHenry Mancini Institute Orchestra con-ducted by Berg at the New World Center inMiami Beach. This concert is featured aspart of the Festival Miami’s Music of theAmericas series.

“I grew up listening to Frank Sinatra,Johnny Mathis, Henry Mancini and greatromance recording artists in Cuba,” Estefansaid. “This genre is right up my alley, sincemusic is always a catharsis to me.”

She waited until now to do a standardsalbum to get “enough life under my belt,”she added, “since there are so many torchsongs requiring life experience to deliverthem with proper credibility.”

The concept really took off at a trusteedinner at the University of Miami’s Frost

School of Music, where Berg, who has pro-duced and arranged for artists includingPatti Austin, Elliot Smith and ArturoSandoval, serves as dean.

“We sat at the piano just for fun and heasked me to sing a song,” Estefan said. Itwas during this evening that she also sangGood Morning Heartache, the BillieHoliday classic that is now featured on TheStandards

“This album brings everything full circlefor me,” she said, adding that the trackswere all chosen “by my heart and what Ifeel.” She brought a list of standards toBerg that “spoke to me personally andmade me cry.”

“From the first moment of going throughsongs with Gloria I got that goose bumpfeeling that told me this was going to be avery special and important recording,”Berg said. “The artistry and heart thatGloria brings to The Standards will res-onate with people across a spectrum ofgenerations and cultures. With this record-ing she has given us a beautiful gift.”

Festival Miami — South Florida’s pre-mier live music festival — annually pres-ents unique programming by a diverseblend of award-winning performers in avariety of genres who showcase their artis-tic prowess alongside astounding studentsand faculty artists from the Frost School ofMusic. More than 25 concerts and eventsare organized into four themes: GreatPerformances, Jazz and Beyond, Music ofthe Americas, and Creative AmericanMusic.

For the full Festival Miami 2013 sched-ule, visit <www.festivalmiami.com>.

Festival Miami concerts are held prima-rily in the intimate 600-seat UM MauriceGusman Concert Hall, 1314 Miller Dr., onthe University of Miami’s Coral Gablescampus. Tickets to opening night withGloria Estefan start at $60 and went on saleAug. 1. For ticket details visit <www.festi-valmiami.com> or call 305-284-4940.

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BY MELISSA LICHTENHELD

The Miami-Dade County School Boardrecently issued a proclamation in recogni-tion of the Miami-Dade County Youth Fairand Exposition’s years of charitable acts toencourage education.

“It was a great privilege today to becalled before the school board and receivethe proclamation presented by Dr. LarryFeldman,” said Eduardo Cora, chair ofThe Youth Fair board. “We are happy to bedistinguished for the work we do as anindependent organization year around toensure that students in Miami-DadeCounty can showcase their work and berewarded for that work.”

In 2013 alone, The Youth Fair gave morethan $300,000 in scholarships and cashprizes, plus awards, trophies and plaques.The private, nonprofit organization gavecollege scholarships to 69 students from allareas of the county, from all types ofschools and all career paths.

In addition, the Youth Fair, which does

not receive taxpayer dollars, partners withMiami-Dade County Parks and Recreationto fund athletic competitions each fall andspring. It helps coordinate competitions for10,000 Miami-Dade County middle schooland high school students participating incross-country, track and field, wrestling,tennis, bowling, swimming, badminton andgolf events.

The Youth Fair awards more than$300,000 annually in college scholarships,cash premiums and awards to local public,private, charter and home school students.To date, the Youth Fair has awarded morethan $10 million to Miami-Dade studentsto help them achieve higher education.

The Youth Fair is the only venue wherestudents can showcase their educational,art and science achievements all in oneplace and be rewarded for their efforts.More than 40,000 student projects areexhibited annually to more than half a mil-lion families, friends and fairgoers.

For details visit <http://fairexpo.com/the-fair/fairinfo-about_us.php>.

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BY KATIE SCHODER

A new book by Edwidge Danticat alwaysis an occasion for readers to celebrate so it iswith much pleasure that her fans anticipatethe release of Claire of the Sea Light (on-salefrom Knopf Aug. 27), her first work of fic-tion in nine years.

Set in a seaside town in Haiti, Claire of theSea Light unfolds over the course of oneevening during which a father struggles withthe painful decision of whether to give awayhis beloved daughter in the hopes she willfind a better life with someone else. As thisnight unfolds, so do the lives, and secrets, ofthe men and women who live in Ville Rose.

Talking about the ideas and experiencesthat shaped this new book Edwidge has said,“I didn’t grow up in a nuclear family. Mybrother and I spentthe early part ofour lives with myaunt and uncle in ahouse full ofcousins, many ofwhose parents likeours were not withus, because theyhad to go abroad tofind work.

“I knew how dif-ficult that choicewas for my parentsand for my friend’s parents: You keep yourchild with you and you both suffer, or youtake a huge leap of faith and you leave yourchildren — for a while or forever —hopingthat they will have a slightly better future. Iwanted to try to write about someone havingto make that choice. And I wanted to showthat moment of choice from three differentperspectives — the parent, the child, and thepotential new parent.”

The result is a book that is being hailed by

fellow writers and critics alike. Author AnnPatchett writes, “The story she has given us isat every turn surprising, shimmering, deft. Itis a jewel — a remarkable book, as luminousas its title.”

In a starred review, Publishers Weeklywrites, “Danticat once again tells a story thatfeels as mysterious and magical as a folk taleand as effective and devastating as a news-reel…Danticat paints a stunning portrait ofthis small Haitian town, in which the equal-ly impossible choices of life and death playout every day.”

Danticat will be discussing and signingher new book on Tuesday, Aug 27, 8 p.m., atBooks and Books, 265 Aragon Ave. in CoralGables. She also will be returning to Miamithe week of Nov. 17 for the Miami BookFair.

Edwidge Danticat’s new novelreveals life’s struggles in Haiti

Edwidge Danticat(Photo by Jonathan Demme)

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BY SANDRA RODRIGUEZ

Ultimate Miami LLC — creator ofMiami’s talent competitions showcasinglocal rising stars in the fields of mixology,entertainment and culinary arts — will behosting Ultimate Miami Weekend, Nov. 7-9, where finalists will compete for a cashprize of $5,000, paired with performancesby nationally known entertainers.

• Gin Blossoms headlining UltimateMiami Band, Nov. 7;

• Tracy Morgan headlining UltimateMiami Bartender, Nov. 8, and

• Bret Michaels headlining UltimateMiami Voice, Nov. 9.

All events will take place at Stage 305,Magic City Casino’s newest entertainmentvenue. Tickets now are available for allevents at <www.theultimatemiami.com> orby calling 305-460-6579.

“We are very proud to present the secondseason of Ultimate Miami,” said ScottSavin, chief operating officer of MagicCity Casino. “We knew South Florida hadtalent, but the caliber that was showcasedduring the first year blew us away. Wecan’t wait to see what the second seasonwill unveil.

“The audience is in for three amazingshows. Gin Blossoms, Tracy Morgan andBret Michaels will each bring down thehouse! How often do you get to experienceoutstanding entertainment and supportlocal artists in one evening? It’s a win-winon all fronts.”

Alternative rock band Gin Blossoms willheadline the Ultimate Miami Band compe-tition on Thursday, Nov. 7, at 9 p.m.

The band is known for upbeat hitsincluding Hey Jealousy, Follow You Downand Found Out About You. Their albums,

New Miserable Experience andCongratulations I’m Sorry, have reachedplatinum status.

Emmy nominated comedian TracyMorgan will perform as part of theUltimate Miami Bartender competition onFriday, Nov. 8, at 8:30 p.m. Morgan’saccomplished career has included sevenyears as a cast member on NBC’s sketch-comedy series Saturday Night Live and onthe award winning hit NBC series 30 Rock.

Musician and reality TV personality BretMichaels will be performing at theUltimate Miami Voice competition onSaturday, Nov. 9, at 9 p.m. Michaels,known as the lead singer of the metal bandPoison, has earned success in a range ofroles. Michaels was the winning contestanton NBC’s Celebrity Apprentice 3, and hisnewest solo album, Custom Built, reachedNo. 1 on Billboard’s Hard Rock list in2010. Michaels currently hosts the realityTV show, Rock My RV, on the TravelChannel.

Tickets now are available for UltimateMiami Weekend. General admission tick-ets are $50 per event and include a freedrink.

Ultimate Miami Bartender admissionincludes a sampling of contestants’ drinks.VIP tables for each night are $500 andinclude a complimentary bottle of cham-pagne and seating for four. Ultimate MiamiWeekend attendees must be 21 and older.

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BY JENNIFER CAMINAS

Miami Children’s Hospital (MCH) now is offering theEOS Imaging System, the first technology capable of pro-viding full-body images of patients in a natural standingposition, in 3D and with a low radiation dose. MCH is thefirst facility in Miami-Dade and second in the state toacquire the EOS Imaging System.

Patients with scoliosis typically undergo imaging everythree to six months over a period of several years, whichcan amount to more than 20 total scans over the course oftreatment. This technology makes possible high-qualityimages with a radiation dose up to nine times less than acomputed radiography X-ray and up to 20 times less thana CT scan. The device also reduces the amount of time ittakes to conduct a radiological scan.

“The EOS Imaging System advances MCH’s commitmentto provide the best possible care for the patients we servethrough safe and prompt diagnosis and treatment,” said Dr.Harry Shufflebarger, director of the Division of PediatricSpinal Surgery at Miami Children’s Hospital. “As theregion’s largest and most comprehensive orthopedic prac-tice, it is our duty to offer the best and safest technologyavailable,” he said.

The device is also the only 3D system capable of scan-ning patients in a weight-bearing standing or sitting posi-tion to capture natural posture and joint orientation.Research has demonstrated an intricate relationshipbetween regions of the musculoskeletal system, particular-

ly between the spine and lower body, and 3D bony imagesof the skeleton enable physicians to make more informeddiagnosis and treatment decisions.

Prior to EOS, clinicians often had to “stitch” togethermultiple smaller 2D images to approximate a full pictureof the target anatomy. This process was particularly prob-lematic for complex orthopedic conditions, like spinaldisorders.

The EOS Imaging system was developed from NobelPrize-winning technology and has been shown to beappropriate for a range of musculoskeletal conditionsincluding those involving the hips, knees and spine.

The Radiology Department at MCH is a regional leaderfor pediatric radiology, serving children throughoutFlorida as well as the Caribbean, Central America andSouth America. More than 120,000 radiological imageswere performed at MCH and its outpatient centers in2012. The Division of Pediatric Spinal Surgery at MCH isone of a few in the country that specializes in pediatricspinal surgery.

For more information about imaging with the EOSSystem visit <www.mch.com> or <www.eos-imaging.com>.

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Pictured are Dr. Harry Shufflebarger and Elizabeth Martinez, 17, the first patient to receive a scan through the EOS Imaging System at MCH.(Photo credit: Edgar Estrada for MCH)

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BY LEE STEPHENS

When Tijuana Kelly went to the doctorshe expected the visit to be about life. Shewas three months pregnant and excitedabout the baby growing in her belly. Butinstead, she left that day in 2001 consumedwith death.

Kelly was visiting a doctor’s office inStuart at the time. She recalled him askingif she wanted to do a routine HIV test.When the doctor came back to tell her thenews that she was HIV positive, Kelly saidhe was anything but sympathetic.

“The doctor said we don’t help peoplelike you here,” she remembered. ‘But, hereis a number. These people can help you’and he walked out. No nurse ever came into console me.”

Kelly assumed she was going to die andthat her baby would too. Her mind turnedto memories of the uncle she lost to AIDS.

“I was still thinking of the ’80s when Isaw my uncle with the lesions on hishands,” Kelly said. “I’m, like, wait aminute, I never did any drugs.”

Eventually she determined she has beeninfected by her boyfriend, the father of herson. But the blame didn’t solve the prob-lem. It was Kelly’s determination to turn it

all around and seek quality medical care.Because she was diagnosed early, she

was able to keep her viral load low withmedications. By the time she was ninemonths pregnant the virus was unde-tectable in her body. In fact her son wasborn negative.

Now 12 years later, Kelly is healthy. Herviral load is very low. She credits modernmedicine and her faith in God.

Kelly, a tall, slim and beautiful womanoften uses her looks and experience to edu-cate others. She has spoken to NFL playersabout HIV and AIDS. But she has beenknown to leave her surprise diagnosis forlater in the conversation. When she metwith the football players many of themwere hitting on her — then only to beshocked by her announcement as shebegan her speech to tell them her story.

Linda Williams certainly can relate toKelly. Three years ago she was diagnosedwith HIV. She said she got it from herfiancé, a church minister.

“I found out after I approached him withit and told him about it,” she remembered.“He was in denial. I knew he took all thesepills. But I never knew he had AIDS. I laterfound out his first wife passed away andhis second wife passed away and he didn’ttell me any of this.”

Like Kelly, Williams turned her storyinto a lesson for others and began to docommunity outreach and AIDS education.

“I feel like I was one of the chosen onesto reach out to others,” she said.

Both women are now patients atCommunity Health of South Florida Inc.

(CHI) and help to raise awareness for HIVtesting, treatment and even protection.

Kelly and Williams attended CHI’s freetesting day in June as part of National HIVtesting day. Hundreds of people’s came outto the Doris Ison Health Care Center andthe Martin Luther King Health Care Centerto get tested.

As Kelly and Williams know all toowell, the test — a simple swab of the cheek— can forever change a person’s life. Ifdetected early, it can mean the differencebetween life and death.

“I feel great,” Williams said. “Its barelydetectable. The virus is there, but I’mhealthy. I still live my same lifestyle. Butnow I wish I can get out there and let theworld know to get tested. Don’t be afraid.Don’t be ashamed. Do the right thing andget tested.”

CHI offers HIV testing at all of its ninehealthcare centers. It’s a major need here inSouth Florida.

Miami-Dade County is ranked No. 1 inthe nation for the highest number of newAIDS cases per capita in the United Statesand second in the nation for the number ofchildren with AIDS.

More than 125,000 people are believedto be living with HIV in Florida. Eventhough African Americans make up just 20percent of the population in Dade County,they account for more than 50 percent ofHIV/AIDS cases.

“The numbers are terrible,” said BrodesHartley, president and CEO ofCommunity Health of South Florida Inc.“This is not the way we want to be No. 1.The resources are here. We need to makesure people use them. It starts with usingprotection and the responsibility contin-ues with getting tested.”

CHI provides individuals and familieswith HIV testing, counseling and muchmore. The non-profit also gives those fam-ilies medical, dental care, case manage-ment services, nutrition counseling andmedication assistance.

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BY UNNI GREENE

With summer com-ing to an end, and thestart of a new schoolyear just around thecorner, a sense of“new beginnings” isin the air. Malls arepacked with back toschool shoppers look-ing for the latesttrends and the obliga-tory school supplies.For the students, eachyear, back to schooloffers a chance tostart fresh and recommit themselves toachieving their goals. Many adults also startnew routines and renew their resolutions withthe start of a new school year. At SoMiFitness, “back to school” means back to thegym for most of our clients and we becomevery busy with personal training and ourclasses fill to the brim. After a long andunstructured summer most of us want to startfresh routines and get back into shape beforethe Holidays come around again.

Unfortunately, back to school also meansless time for many to fit in a workout routine.As families get busy and life gets hectic, it iseven more important to make the time for fit-ness. The American Heart Association rec-ommends 30 minutes of exercise per day foradults and 60 minutes for children. While thismay seem like a lot, it is doable and will ben-efit you in so many ways. Clearly, allresearch points to the multitude of benefits onyour health and mental wellbeing from con-sistent physical activity. Here are some tips tohelp you make this year’s back to school sea-son your most successful ever.

Plan your time: Our motto is “fail to pre-pare, and you prepare to fail.” This meansthat if you wait for “the right moment” to popup in your busy schedule for some free timefor yourself to work out you are likely to cre-ate more chaos than success. Plan your timecarefully and schedule your workouts andthose of your kids the same way you would

any important appointment. Put it on yourcalendar and stick to it, no matter what!

Set realistic goals: Setting small, incre-mental goals is a lot better than setting biglofty goals. I call the best goals “performancegoals” because they focus on a specific activ-ity, rather than an “outcome goal” that focus-es on an end goal. Studies show that perform-ance goals are easier to keep than outcomegoals. An example of a performance goalwould be “I am going to work out 3 hours perweek”. An outcome goal would be “I willlose 10 pounds by Thanksgiving.” Rememberthat meeting your performance goals and reg-ularly updating then will ultimately lead youto achieve your outcome goals.

Hire a trainer: If you are new to workingout or you are just getting back into the swingof things, hiring a great personal trainermight just be the right thing to do. A trainercan quickly assess your strength and weak-nesses, design the appropriate program to fityour needs and goals and make sure that youkeep your appointments. It may seem as anunnecessary expense, but consider the moneyan investment in your health and longevity.Even highly seasoned athletes use trainers asthere is no substitute for the personal atten-tion and encouragement that is provided.

Join a class: If you are motivated by train-ing with other people, sign up for a class at alocal gym. The friendly competition amongstclass members is just what some of us need to

keep us motivated and stimulated. Make surethat the class you sign up for is convenientlylocated as this will ensure you will actuallygo. Also, as the days get shorter in the fall,with darkness falling around 6PM, workingout indoors in a class setting may be a greatchoice.

Plan your nutrition: No workout programwill succeed in getting you the body youwant unless you follow a properly designednutrition program. 80% of how we look isdetermined by our diet! If you are unsureabout how to get the proper macronutrients to

support your exercise and recovery needs andstimulate muscle preservation and fat loss,make sure to consult with a qualified nutri-tion professional.

Make a commitment to start this year’s“back to school” season to achieve your bestbody and health ever! In just a few months,your new habit will become your old habitand you will look and feel better than ever.

For information, contact us at SoMiFitness, 6855 SW 81 Street, South Miami,FL 33143 <[email protected]>.

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Trigeminal neuralgia or TN has been called one of

the most painful and mysterious diseases. Usually

afflicting people over 50 and most common in

women, it is a severe, chronic pain condition that af-

fects one of the largest nerves in the head. Physically

and mentally incapacitating, the pain is usually felt

on one side of the face or jaw and it can be triggered

by something as simple as touching your face, eat-

ing, or brushing your teeth.

According to Dr. AizikWolf, Medical Director of

the Miami Neuroscience Center at Larkin Commu-

nity Hospital who has treated hundreds of patients

afflicted by the so-called suicide disease, many pa-

tients suffer what they describe as unbearable pain.

"Patients describe it as feeling like they are being

struck over and over again with a hot poker or have

the feeling of an electric shock. It is intense, horrible

pain that literally makes it impossible to function

normally," he explained.

Ina Knight knows the pain all too well and under-

stands why TN has been dubbed the suicide disease.

The 66-year old Margate resident was first stricken

in 2007, when pain in her jaw became so severe she

couldn't open her mouth. What followed was a 6-

year odyssey of unnecessary procedures as dentists,

oral surgeons and neurologists did not recognize that

she was suffering fromTN.While suffering through

multiple root canals, tooth extractions, and so much

more, nothing was working. Even morphine wasn't

giving her relief. Ina's life was in a frightening

downward spiral. "The pain was unbearable. It was

pure agony and it wouldn't stop. I couldn't sleep, I

couldn't talk, I couldn't eat, I couldn't function. All I

could do was cry. I couldn't be with my family or

friends. It was a living nightmare. I just wanted to

be me, again. I just wanted my life back."

Amajor problem is that TN is often misdiagnosed

and it doesn't show up on standard tests like MRIs.

Explained Dr. Wolf, "There is no diagnostic test for

TN. It is often mistaken for a dental problem and

these misdiagnoses lead to unnecessary procedures

that wind up making it much more difficult to cure

these patients." Understanding what to do to protect

yourself is key. Dr. Wolf advises, "It takes an expe-

rienced clinician - someone who has treated a lot of

patients with facial pain - to get the diagnosis right.

This is not your average neurologist." Dr.Wolf rec-

ommends seeking out an experienced neurologist,

doing your homework, and asking questions. Don't

be afraid to get a second opinion and make sure you

ask just how many cases the medical professional

you are considering has treated. You also need to

get an explanation of all the treatment options avail-

able to you.

Dr. Wolf noted that there are a few treatment op-

tions ranging from procedures involving injections

to surgical intervention. Each of these treatments

should be considered based on the individual. Dr.

Wolf has experience with these options and special-

izes in the use of Gamma Knife®, which is nonin-

vasive surgery. Having treated over 1,000 patients

afflicted with TN using Gamma Knife®, Dr. Wolf

believes it offers advantages over other treatments.

It doesn't have the risks of permanent numbness and

other side effects associated with some treatments

Because it is noninvasive and requires no anesthesia,

Gamma Knife® also offers an important option for

people who have other medical issues such as those

who are on blood thinners. Patients are able to go

home right after the treatment.

Ina Knight says Dr.Wolf and the Gamma Knife®

procedure saved her life. "The results are a God

send. I can talk, I can eat, I can sleep. I have my life

back thanks to Dr. Wolf and his wonderful staff.

Words can't begin to describe his compassion and

his caring. I was so frightened and so skeptical after

everything that happened, but I put my faith in Dr.

Wolf. I would never have believed that I could have

such great results from one procedure. It saved me"

You can contact Dr.Wolf and find out more about

trigeminal neuralgia and Gamma Knife by visiting

www.miamineurosciencecenter.com or calling

786-871-6800.

InaKnight knows the pain

all too well and understands

why TN has been dubbed the

suicide disease.

Dr. AizikWolf,MedicalDirector of the Miami

Neuroscience Center at

Larkin Community Hospital

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County’s only lifecare community, hasannounced a major expansion plan forits campus incorporating assisted livingand skilled nursing as well as wellnessand community services.

Located off SW 87th Avenue, thecommunity which celebrated its 50thanniversary in 2011 will begin a $60million dollar redevelopment and ex-pansion program in late 2013, as ap-proved by its Board of Directors.The expansion includes relocation of

the current skilled nursing and assistedliving facilities on the campus, creating195 residential units to replace 116 bedsin current facilities. The assisted livingcomponent will provide 90 privateapartments including studio-suites andone- and two- bedroom residences. Anew memory care facility will provide

31 private suites while skilled nursingwill include 74 private rooms.Additionally, a state-of-art rehabili-

tation center, home health offices andclinic will be included as well as severalpublic areas and service components,such as a new bistro, convenience storeand laundry.“The East Ridge expansion of its

skilled nursing, assisted living andmemory care will be patterned after aneighborhood concept in which resi-dents have a private room and bathwhile sharing a communal living room,kitchen and open dining area,”saidVic-toria Duvall, Executive Director for theEast Ridge community.The new buildings are designed to

blend with recent East Ridge additionswhich include the community fitnesscenter and lifestyle-activity buildings.A Key West-inspired architectural style

has been designed by AG ArchitecturalofWisconsin; the firmwhich originatedthe concept for overall expansion of thecampus with a unified architecturaltheme.Bridget Bohacz & Associates, an inte-

rior design firm specializing in seniorliving has been selected for interiordesign.Groundbreaking is anticipated in late

2013 with completion by late summer,2015.“East Ridge will maintain the high

quality of care and staffing that exceedsall state or county requirements for pro-viding services in these areas,” saidDuvall.“With the ever-changing growth of

baby boomer consumers, it’s vital toplan for the future by providing the lat-est in services and amenities,” she said.“East Ridge stays ahead of the curve by

moving forwardwith an expansion crit-ical to those nearing retirement,” sheadded.

Celebrating over 50 years servingMiami-Dade County, East Ridge at CutlerBay is the area’s only life care communityincorporating eight components of well-ness: social, vocational, intellectual,spiritual, physical, emotional, and envi-ronmental and health services in everyfacet of its lifestyle. The communitydraws from the rich neighborhood charmof suburban Cutler Bay and the vibrancyof Miami in a lush tropical environmentof 76 acres. East Ridge, located at 19301SW 87th Avenue, offers a continuum ofcare, including independent and assistingliving, respite care and skilled nursingcare and rehab. For more information,please call (305) 256-3564 for apersonal tour or visit www.EastRidgeAtCutlerBay.com.

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Pierini Esthetic Surgery Center inDoral looks at beauty differently. The newlyexpanded 14,000 ft. facility at 8353 NW 36St in Doral takes a holistic approach to treat-ing patients.

“Every patient is unique,” said execu-tive director and Venezuelan plastic surgeonDr. Alberto Pierini. “So treatments are tai-lored to the dynamic needs of each particu-lar case.”

The integrated holistic approach thecenter is known for means that from themoment a prospective client walks throughthe door until they have completed proce-dure recovery, they are in the capable handsof the Pierini Esthetic team.

“We work hard so the patient has noissues…not before, not during, or after sur-gery,” said former University of MiamiFellowship recipient, Dr. Pierini. “Our staff ishere to make sure the patient has a pleasantexperience throughout.”

The classic cosmetic surgical proce-dures such as breast augmentation, liposuc-tion, facelift, rhinoplasty, and tummy tuckare available, including a specialization inthe popular Brazilian Butt Lift. Non-surgi-cal treatments such as massages, facials,body wraps, virtual gastric bypass andreflexology utilize the latest advances forthe optimal beauty result.

The difference in care at PieriniEsthetic Center includes massage and yogaclasses at the spa and counseling sessionoptions for patients struggling with bodyissues.

“We are here to solve your problems,”said Dr. Pierini. “We treat you not as apatient, but as a friend. This is why we startwith a detailed overall aesthetic interview. Ifyou are dealing with any underlying emo-

tional issues, we are happy to give that kindof support as well.”

Perhaps Dr. Pierini’s attentive bedsidemanner comes from the nearly 40 years ofexperience he brings to the center. Dr.Pierini received his medical degree from theUniversity of Cordoba in Argentina andthen went on to receive a Venezuelan med-ical degree. He completed his post-graduatework in general surgery, maxillofacial andreconstructive plastic surgery.

Many years of his career were devotedto helping beauty contestants like MissUniverse, Miss World, Miss Venezuela,Miss Aruba, Miss Curacao, and othersachieve their titles. He has also consultedprivately with internationally renownedmodels and performance artists.

The Third Level Board of MedicineCertification means Pierini Esthetic Centercan boast a cadre of medical doctors wellequipped to handle any situation. “Ourdiverse team of doctors is prepared to han-dle not only any physical condition we areaddressing, but also personal challengesunique to the Latino community. We havephysicians from all backgrounds to makesure every patient is supremely comfort-able,” said Dr. Pierini.

Pierini Esthetic Center is also commit-ted to serving the good health of the cosmet-ic surgery industry. French Silicone breastimplant patient victims have come to Pieriniin hopes of correcting a bad procedure.“These implants were never accepted in theUS but very common in Latin Americancountries. Many patients have been affectedand we are helping them because we under-stand part of our purpose here is to giveback. We also assist patients suffering frombiopolymers injection in their body.”

For more information on PieriniEsthetic Center visit pieriniesthetic.com orcall 305-303-3872.

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BY SUE ARROWSMITH

Miami Dade College (MDC) once again ishosting dozens of graduate students frommore than 60 countries as part of this year’sFulbright Gateway Orientation taking placeat the college’s downtown Wolfson Campusfrom Aug. 19 to 23.

More than 70 participants, some of thebrightest students worldwide, have been award-ed Fulbright Foreign Student scholarships bythe U.S. Department of State and the J. WilliamFulbright Foreign Scholarship Board to worktoward master’s and doctoral degrees at univer-sities throughout the United States.

As the largest and most diverse institute ofhigher education in the United States, MDCserves as a bridge for the students to becomefamiliar with U.S. academic life and culturebefore beginning their studies.

Sponsored by the U.S. Department ofState, Bureau of Educational and CulturalAffairs (ECA), the Fulbright GatewayOrientation Program is designed by theInstitute of International Education (IIE) incooperation with ECA. The FulbrightGateway Orientations are intended toaddress participants’ roles and responsibili-

ties as Fulbrighters and to enhance theirskills for academic, personal, and profession-al success while in the United States.

Led by MDC faculty and staff, the orientationsessions will cover topics such as U.S. academ-ic culture, U.S. politics and people, the historyof North American art, and jazz as America’sclassical music. Other topics include issuesessential to students’adjustment, such as cultureshock and getting settled into a new place.

The students, representing numerous lan-guages, cultures and academic disciplines,also will have an opportunity to learn aboutthe history of the City of Miami. Activitiesinclude an American-style barbecue, a boattour on Biscayne Bay, and dinner at an areaestablishment.

Student ambassadors from MDC’s HonorsCollege will help with registration and par-ticipate in some of the sessions and activitieswith the Fulbright students. Faculty and staffof MDC and invited guests also will join theFulbright students for meals and eveningactivities.

To learn more about the FulbrightGateway Orientation, contact ProfessorDorothy Avondstondt at 305-237-7598 or<[email protected]>.

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BY RON BEASLEY Automotive Editor

There has been an unprecedented numberof new car model reveals and launches inSouth Florida and across the United Statesduring the summer of 2013, and there areeven more to come before fall arrives.

In the last week of July alone, Hyundaimanagement was in Miami to shepherd thenational automotive press introduction ofthe new top-of-the-line Equus luxurysedan; Mercedes officials took the wrapsoff three new 2014 models during MiamiBeach Fashion Week; Ford hosted localauto writers at the Coral Gables BiltmoreHotel to tout the new Ford Fiesta, andGeneral Motors’ sponsored two events toshowcase the Chevrolet Impala and thenew 2014 Buick LaCrosse.

Earlier in July, Lexus hosted an EasternRegion press preview in Pinehurst, NC forthe hot new IS luxury sport sedan and, laterin the month, Jaguar president Andy Gossjourneyed all the way from England toSeattle, WA to preside over the NorthAmerican press launch of the beautiful newJaguar F-Type luxury sports car.

The 2014 Equus has been an impressivesuccess story for Hyundai. The premiumluxury sedan made its North Americandebut at the New York International AutoShow in March with enhancements to exte-rior and interior design, vehicle dynamics,material selection, driver technology dis-plays and advanced safety features.

The Miami ride-and-drive brought about100 members of the eastern U.S. automo-tive press here to see for themselveswhether the Equus is on par with the luxu-ry competition.

Meantime, Mercedes-Benz officialswere in Miami Beach to participate in theannual Fashion Week and they hosted localautomotive writers with a luncheon at theSt. Moritz Hotel in Bal Harbour. Marketingvice president Bernie Glaser and productmanager Heiko Schmidt took the wraps offthree new 2014 models — E-Class, CLA-Class and S-Class — and showcased an E-Class cabriolet wrapped in the design printof Mercedes-Benz designer of the seasonMara Hoffman.

Ford officials also hosted Miami autojournalists, using the historic BiltmoreHotel in Coral Gables to give them a close-

up look at the hot new Ford Fiesta, billed asa small car that will redefine the class withits exciting new look, special features andtechnology and available 1.0-literEcoBoost engine that delivers better than40 mpg in fuel economy.

General Motors hosted two events inMiami in little more than a week. In thefirst event, GM showcased the newChevrolet Impala with a breakfast presen-tation at Balan’s Restaurant, followed by atest drive of the vehicle.

GM followed up by sponsoring themonthly luncheon meeting of the Miami-based Southern Automotive MediaAssociation (SAMA) at trendy Soyka’s andpreviewed the new 2014 Buick LaCrossesedan. The full-size LaCrosse has new inte-rior and exterior design cues, advancedsafety technologies and enhanced in-vehi-cle connectivity.

New front and rear styling has signaturewing-shape LED daytime running lightsand LED wraparound taillights that com-

plement the car’s sculpted exterior design.The interior has new seats, enhanced mate-rials, a re-designed central instrument paneland console and the cabin incorporatesBuick’s next-generation IntelliLink info-tainment system, with intuitive controlsand natural voice recognition.

Also in July, many South Florida autowriters journeyed to Seattle for the NorthAmerican press launch of the new JaguarF-Type, the first two-seat sports car thecompany has produced in 40 years. Theywere not disappointed in the sleek, luxuryroadster that combines aerodynamicdesign, lightweight materials and choicesof supercharged V-6 and V-8 powerplants.

The sleek and beautiful sports car comeswith an elegant, leather-trimmed interior,configurable ambient lighting, portableaudio connectivity and an optionalMeridian premium sound system. Billed asa worthy successor to the fabled XKE, theF-Type has a starting price tag of about$80,000.

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Members of the South Florida automotive media view the new Ford Fiesta at the Biltmore Hotel in Coral Gables.

Restyled Hyundai Equus had its national press preview in Miami. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Mercedes-Benz wrapped an E-Class cabriolet in the design of Mara Hoffman during Fashion Week on Miami Beach.

Several Miami auto writers journeyed to Seattle for the North American press preview of Jaguar’s exciting new F-Type luxury sports car.

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Business in Miami is on the upswing,and judging by the latest economic indica-tors, things are only getting better. As a re-sult, roughly a dozen new-to-marketcompanies committed to relocating toMiami this year, many of them to CoralGables.

With office lease rates trending upward,now is the time for business owners to takea look at office space needs and lock in along-term lease.

“The Alhambra,” a 14-story landmark,Mediterranean-style office property lo-cated at the eastern gateway to CoralGables at Two Alhambra Plaza, is one ofthe best options for businesses seekingClass A office space. It also happens to beone of the few buildings in Coral Gablesoffering large, contiguous blocks of space.

If you are in the market for office space,here are five reasons to consider TheAlhambra:

1)) Institutionall Ownership – In additionto building and area amenities, importanttoday in a prospective tenant’s selection oflocation is the caliber of ownership. USAAReal Estate Company (USAA RealCo), asubsidiary of financial services company

USAA, owns Two Alhambra and Colum-bus Center, across the street, and is one ofthe largest office building owners in CoralGables. USAA RealCo has made substan-tial investments in both properties, includ-ing extensive lobby and common arearenovations. Both properties have alsoachieved LEED® Gold certification.

2)) Yourr Brand,, Writt Large – The Al-hambra offers exterior building signageopportunities, a rare commodity in CoralGables, as well as monument signage, bothof which are tangible value-add features.Tenants leasing a minimum of 35,000square feet would qualify for signage op-portunities.

3)) Four-Starr Hotell On-Sitee – The HyattRegency Coral Gables, a four-star, 250-room hotel, is directly adjacent to The Al-hambra. The hotel provides the perfectvenue for gathering formally or informallywith clients, or hosting company-wideevents. Tenants can take advantage of thehotel’s facilities, such as the ballroom,board rooms and smaller meeting rooms.The Hyatt offers special consideration totheir Alhambra neighbors, such as reducedrates and upgrades. In addition, a beauti-

fully landscaped terrace on the fifth floorconnects The Alhambra tenants to thehotel and allows them a place to relaxand/or use the area for a special businessevent.

4)) Walkabilityy – Located at the highlyvisible intersection of Douglas Road andAlhambra Plaza, The Alhambra is justthree blocks north of Coral Gables’ famed“Miracle Mile” and within walking dis-tance of approximately 50 dining estab-lishments, ranging from fast food eateriesto four-star restaurants. The Alhambra’stenants enjoy the proximity of an abun-dance of retail, professional services andentertainment venues all within a shortwalk from the office.

5)) Exceptionall Views – One of the topcriteria that office tenants seek in Miamiare views, and Two Alhambra is one of thefew office buildings in Coral Gables thatcan boast unobstructed views of Miami’sdowntown skyline and also water viewsfrom its 34,000-square-foot penthouse, anexquisite, light-filled two-story space with16.5-foot floor-to-ceiling heights, notto mention plenty of floor-to-ceilingwindows.

Style, Sophistication, and Spectacular Views:Why “The Alhambra” Should Be Your Next Corporate Headquarters

Two Alhambra, Coral GablesLeasing opportunities at The Alhambra range

from 1,000 SF to 50,000 SF. For more informationor a property tour, contact CBRE’s Maggie Kurtz

at 305-381-6482 ([email protected])or Diana Parker at 305-428-6335

([email protected]).

The Avalon is the best-kept secret in theToyota vehicle lineup. Lexus aside, it’s thetop of the line for the Japanese automakerand it was designed and engineered in NorthAmerica.

The all-new 2013 four-door Avalon has astylish and sporty exterior and luxurious interi-or styling, with all the latest convenience tech-nologies, and this year it’s available with eithera V-6 gasoline engine or a hybrid powertrain.

The front-wheel drive Avalon is offered infour trim levels — XLE, Premium, Touringand Limited — and all come standard withToyota’s 3.5-liter, DOHC V-6 engine matedto a six-speed automatic transaxle, enhancedfor a more responsive, efficient performance.The all-aluminum engine produces 268 hpand 248 pounds feet of torque, and clocks a0-60 mph time of just under seven seconds.

The powertrain’s programming has beenupdated to offer ECO, NORMAL and SPORTmodes. ECO mode saves gas by reducing

power at lower speeds and reducing energyused by the air-conditioning system, whileSPORT mode delivers increased accelerationthrough altered engine control unit (ECU)programming and more direct and responsiveEPS programming to enhance steering “feel.”The new transaxle is equipped with a lowerdifferential gear ratio for better fuel economy(21 city/31 highway).

Our test Avalon for the week was equippedwith the latest Toyota Hybrid Synergy Drivetechnology. The Avalon Hybrid has a 2.5-liter, Atkinson-cycle, four-cylinder engine, a244.8-volt nickel-metal hydride battery packand a pair of electric motor/generators withinthe transaxle.

A power-control unit houses an inverter, aDC-DC converter, a step-up converter (raisesvoltage to a maximum of 650 volts) and thehybrid-drive ECU, which governs the seam-less operation of electric-motor power appli-cation and regenerative braking.

The Avalon’s hybrid’s 204-cell batterypack is located in the trunk behind the rearseats, but still allows ample trunk space. Thescroll casing for the battery cooling system’sblower fan is quiet and efficient, and helpsreduce interior noise. The power-control unitin the engine bay houses the inverter and DC-DC converter.

The Avalon Hybrid has a total system out-

put of 200 hp and offers three modes of oper-ation — EV, ECO and SPORT. It gets anEPA-rated 40 mpg in the city and a 39 mpgon the highway for a combined 40 mpg. Inthe EV mode under certain conditions the carcan run solely on electric power. The EVmode can be engaged for up to one mile atspeeds up to 25 mph, an all-electric optiongood for use in residential areas or parkinggarages.

The ECO drive mode engages the gasolinemotor, but reduces throttle response andHVAC output to help improve overall effi-

ciency, while the SPORT Mode takes fulladvantage of the new Avalon’s improvedchassis and suspension by altering theengine’s throttle response and enhancingsteering feel.

The MSRP on the 2013 Toyota Avalonranges from $30,990 to $39,650.

Ron Beasley is the automotive editor forMiami’s Community Newspapers. He may becontacted by calling 305-662-2277, ext. 261,or by addressing email correspondence to<[email protected]>.

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