TROPICAL STORM ANDREA FORCES STATE PARK CAMPGROUND CLOSURES ~State Parks evacuate campgrounds due to tornado and flood warnings~ TALLAHASSEE – The Florida Department of Environmental Protection's Florida Park Service is issuing 30 state park campground closures due to Tropical Storm Andrea's expected landfall in the Big Bend region. As of Thursday, all parks remain open for day use except for Anclote Key Preserve. Tropical Storm Andrea is expected to make landfall Thursday in the vicinity of Cedar Key. The primary effects from Andrea are expected to be heavy rainfall across much of the Florida peninsula and southeastern U.S, minor to locally moderate storm surge flooding along portions of the west coast of Florida, and isolated tornadoes across the Florida peninsula. Numerous tornado warnings and river flood warnings are in effect across the state. The Department advises that the public check the state parks website for updates on the status of parks and trails, which park staff is constantly updating. For the most up to date alerts on Tropical Storm Andrea's effects, follow the Department on Twitter @FLDepAlert and @FLStateParks. The following park and trail campgrounds are currently closed: St. George Island State Park Ochlockonee River State Park Fanning Springs State Park Fort Clinch State Park Gold Head Branch State Park Lafayette Blue Springs State Park Little Talbot Island State Park Manatee Springs State Park O'Leno State Park Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park Rainbow Springs State Park River Rise Preserve State Park Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park Suwannee River State Park Suwannee River Wilderness Trail Camps Anastasia State Park Cross Florida Greenway Faver-Dykes State Park Gamble Rogers Memorial State Recreation Area at Flagler Beach Kissimmee Prairie Reserve State Park Ravine Gardens State Park Silver River State Park Alafia River State Park Anclote Key Preserve State Park Caladesi Island State Park Highlands Hamock State Park Hillsborough River State Park Lake Manatee River State Park Oscar Scherer State Park Weeki Wachee Springs State Park - All shows and boat tours are cancelled and slides are closed to the pubic.

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MERECIDO HOMENAJE REALIZADO A DON FABIO ANDRADE POR PARTE DE MERCHANT PROCESSING SOLUTIONS

El 5 de Junio a las 7:45 am en El Rick Case Honda en Weston, Merchant Processing Solutions, Inc. (MPS) una corporación registrada en la Florida tuvo el honor de presentar un reconocimiento a Fabio Andrade y Las Américas Community Center por su constante labor y liderazgo a la comunidad empresarial del sur de la Florida.  

Américas Community Center es una excelente organización que se enfoca en educar y conectar a los dueños de negocios para procrear nuevos contactos e intercambiar negocios. Fabio nos enseña lo importante que es cultivar y crear relaciones empresariales solidas desde un ambiente de intercambio y de ayuda y de dar antes de recibir.

Estamos infinitamente agradecidos por tener un profesional del calibre de Fabio Andrade comprometido con nuestra comunidad, su organización es un verdadero vehículo para el intercambio y crecimiento de su negocio.

 Claudia M Mosley

Vice President, CFO

Merchant Processing Solutions (MPS)

City of Miami Beach Cultural Affairs

City of Miami Beach Cultural Affairs= June 6 - June 12, 2013

The City of Miami Beach provides this information to you as a courtesy. The inclusion of this information does not constitute an endorsement or a recommendation of any event. Although reasonable efforts are made to ensure the information is correct at the time of distribution, information is subject to change. The City of Miami Beach cannot be held liable for exchange of monies, ticket transactions or cancellations with the individual event producers/venues.   The Miami Beach Cultural Affairs Program, with guidance from the Miami Beach Cultural Arts Council, develops, coordinates and promotes the performing and visual arts groups in Miami Beach. To date, Cultural Affairs has awarded over $9 million in grants to approximately 130 diverse not-for-profit arts groups, which contribute so richly to the artistic landscape of the City, proving that the Council plays an integral leadership role in supporting, promoting and advocating the unique and extensive scope of cultural offerings in Miami Beach. For more events visit: www.mbculture.com Email Us Visit MB Webpage

PAM ANN starring in "COCKPIT" Thursday, June 6, 8:00 p.m. Friday, June 7, 8:00 p.m. Colony Theatre, 1040 Lincoln Road 305.674.1040 www.ticketmaster.com Pam Ann is the air born alter-ego of Australian performance artist Caroline Reid. An established icon in LGBT culture, Reid's brilliance shines as the flight-attendant-from-hell Pam Ann; a wicked mixture of vamp, camp and sky high insanity. <body>matter: the body queered, queerness embodiedFREE Opens Friday, June 7, 2013 Miami Beach Urban Studios (MBUS), 420 Lincoln Road, Suite 420 www.mbus.fiu.edu Exhibition of artwork exploring gender and sexuality by lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgendered, alternative and queer-identified students at Florida International University (FIU); curated by recent FIU BFA in studio art alumnus Ian Honoré and produced by FIU Postdoctoral Fellow in Counseling Dr. Tyler Wasson. Opening will include drag host(esse)s on Friday, June 7, 7-9pm. The exhibition continues through July 30, 2013. BERT STERN: ORIGINAL MADMAN Friday, June 7 - Saturday, June 8, 7:00 p.m. Sunday, June 9, 6:45 p.m. Tuesday June 11- Wednesday, June 12, 7:00 p.m. Miami Beach Cinematheque, 1130 Washington Avenue www.mbcinema.com Bert Stern: Original Mad Man is the definitive voyage into the life and work of one of the greatest American photographers of all time. Filmmaker Shannah Laumeister uncovers Stern - from his bad boy antics (including a liaison with Monroe) to his iconic photography. Beats after Sunset Friday, June 7, 8:00 p.m. Bass Museum of Art, 2100 Collins Avenue 305.673.7530 www.bassmuseum.org The first Friday of every month on the terrace. Guest Dj and complimentary specialty cocktails (21+) Members: Free. Non-members: $10 (cost of museum admission) "Best of CANNES" NO Friday, June 7 - Saturday, June 8, 8:50 p.m. Sunday, June 9, 8:30 p.m. Tuesday June 11- Wednesday, June 12, 8:50 p.m. Miami Beach Cinematheque, 1130 Washington Avenue www.mbcinema.com In 1988, Chilean military dictator Augusto Pinochet, due to international pressure, is forced to call a plebiscite on his presidency. The country will vote YES or NO to Pinochet extending his rule for another eight years. (In Spanish with English subtitles). Garden Tours Saturday, June 8, 2:00 p.m. Miami Beach Botanical Garden, 2000 Convention Center Drive www.mbgarden.org Have you ever wanted to know more about the Garden's role in the history of Miami Beach, or what the heck that tree with the spines is out by the gate entrance? Guided tours are back! We have knowledgeable docents ready to show you just how much is really packed into our 2.6 acres, every Saturday at 2 p.m. Tours generally last 30 minutes with a suggested $5 donation. Museum Tours Saturday, June 8, 2:00 p.m. Bass Museum of Art, 2100 Collins Avenue 305.673.7530 www.bassmuseum.org Docent led tours of the museum exhibitions. For more Info: www.bassmuseum.orgor call 305.673.7530 Members and Miami Beach Residents: free. Non-members: $8 (cost of museum admission). In Motion Dance Company's Spring Showcase Saturday, June 8, 4:30 p.m. Sunday, June 9, 2:30 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. Colony Theatre, 1040 Lincoln Road 305.751.2229 www.inmotionmiami.com Hate! An American Love Story Saturday, June 8, 7:00 p.m. Arts at St. John's, 4760 Pine Tree Drive 786.309.1275 www.artsatstjohns.com In Celebration of LGBT Pride Month, Arts at St. John's presents Hate! An American Love Story. Written, Produced, and Directed by Christina N. Alexander, this work includes 16 monologues on varied perspectives of what and who defines love in America. $20 at the door, $15 online, $10 for Students and Seniors, Active duty Military and their family FREE (with valid ID) (This show is not recommended to youth ages 13 and younger) THE MAGIC FLUTE Sunday, June 9, 1:00 p.m. Miami Beach Cinematheque, 1130 Washington Avenue www.mbcinema.com Mozart's classic opera The Magic Flute is breathtakingly transformed in a spectacular film version conceived and directed by Kenneth Branagh with a newly-adapted libretto by Stephen Fry. Picasso to Koons: The Artist as Jeweler  Continues through July 21, 2013 Bass Museum of Art, 2100 Collins Avenue 305.673.7530 www.bassmuseum.org The exhibition of some 200 works by 135 artists is an intimate, often whimsical side of some of the greatest artists of recent times, each offering a singular vision of adornment. The exceptional and little-known works of wearable sculpture will reward viewers with new insights into the creative wellsprings of such artistic giants as Georges Braque, Max Ernst, Lucio Fontana, Louise Nevelson, Anthony Caro, Yoko Ono, and Anish Kapoor. Eve Sussman | Rufus Corporation Continues through August 11, 2013 Bass Museum of Art, 2100 Collins Avenue 305.673.7530 www.bassmuseum.org Eve Sussman | Rufus Corporation is a presentation of the video artist's recent projects. This exhibition will present two major video installations, including an entirely new exploration of her noted film The Rape of the Sabine Women. The exhibition continues through August 11, 2013.  Modern Meals: Remaking American Foods from Farm to Kitchen Continues through August 18, 2013 The Wolfsonian-FIU, 1001 Washington Ave 305.531.1001 www.wolfsonian.org Modern Mealsexamines how people in the U.S. began eating foods that were mass-produced in the first half of the 20th century. Images and artifacts from The Wolfsonian's collection illustrate the movement of food from the field, to the factory, supermarket, and kitchen table, in order to explore how modern technology, design, and business practices created new meanings for food and eating in this era. Women in Motion: Fitness, Sport, and the Female Figure Continues through August 18, 2013 The Wolfsonian-FIU, 1001 Washington Ave 305.531.1001 www.wolfsonian.org Women in Motiondisplays images of physically active women produced by governments, fitness advocates, advertisers, and artists in Europe and the United States during the first half of the twentieth century. Both exhibitions examine aspects of everyday culture in the early 20th century that are still of great concern today, from the methods through which our foods are produced, to equal access to athletic opportunities for women.  Bat Mitzvah Comes Of Age Continues through September 15, 2013 Jewish Museum of Florida-FIU, 301 Washington Avenue 305.672.5044 www.jewishmuseum.com On Saturday morning, March 18, 1922 - two years after American women received the right to vote - Judith Kaplan, daughter of Rabbi Mordecai M. Kaplan, became the first American girl to mark her bat mitzvah during a public worship service. In the decades that followed, many other girls and women became the "first" in their communities, helping to reshape American Judaism. Untitled ([construction of good)] Ongoing The Wolfsonian-FIU, 1001 Washington Ave 305.531.1001 www.wolfsonian.org The Wolfsonian-FIU presents a new site-specific exhibit, Untitled ([construction of good)] by artist Bhakti Baxter in The Wolfsonian Bridge Tender House beginning November 29th. The installation will take place in the steel structure created in the Art Deco style outside of the museum entrance. The focus of the exhibit will be on the construction of good for mankind, focusing on how the meanings of things are perpetually shaped by their human and historical contexts. Egyptian Gallery OngoingBass Museum of Art, 2100 Collins Avenue 305.673.7530 www.bassmuseum.org The Bass Museum of Art invites visitors to experience the ancient world at the only Egyptian Gallery in Florida.  The gallery offers a unique opportunity to learn about one of the world's oldest and most mysterious civilizations from its surviving objects, including an Egyptian sarcophagus and mummy. Watercolors-English and American Ongoing World Erotic Art Museum, 1205 Washington Avenue 305.532.9336  www.weam.com The extraordinary persona of Sylvie Jones, the famed London artist who has also written such popular children's books as "Who's in the Tub," will be on view. Tickets are $15 with no one under 18 admitted.  Art and Design in the Modern Age: Selections from the Wolfsonian Collection Ongoing Wolfsonian-FIU, 1001 Washington Ave. 305.531.1001 www.wolfsonian.org The nearly 300 works on display, 1885 to 1945,  provide insight into the ways design has influenced and adapted to the modern world. Artcenter/South Florida Artists-In-Residence Ongoing FREE  Artcenter/South Florida, 800, 810 and 924 Lincoln Road 305.674.2728 www.artcentersf.org ArtCenter/South Florida ("ACSF") announces the arrival of four new Artists-in-Residence and welcomes visitors to their working studios.  Selections from the Collection Ongoing Bass Museum of Art, 2100 Collins Avenue 305.673.7530 www.bassmuseum.org  The permanent collection of the Bass Museum of Art spans more than five hundred years and four continents, including works from Renaissance and Baroque paintings; Rococo court painting and English portraiture; painting and sculpture of North America and much more. MOSAIC: Jewish Life in Florida OngoingJewish Museum of Florida, 301 Washington Avenue 305.672.5044    www.jewishmuseum.com More than 500 photos and artifacts that depict the Jewish experience in Florida since 1763. The exhibit includes three films and a timeline wall of Jewish history. Jazid Nightly -- Varying Times 1342 Washington Avenue 305.673.9372 www.jazid.net Jazid is proud to be the longest-running nightclub on Miami Beach with live music every night of the week. Jazid's diverse music includes a multi-cultural mix of Latin and American jazz, funk, cumbia, reggae, rock, and more. Van Dyke Cafe Live Jazz Nightly 846 Lincoln Road 305.534.3600 www.thevandykecafe.com Join us Upstairs at the Van Dyke, the perfect place to enjoy live music, lounge and socialize.  Free Fridays at the Wolf  FREE  Fridays, 6:00 p.m.- 9:00 p.m. Wolfsonian-FIU, 1001 Washington Ave. 305.535.1001 www.wolfsonian.org FREE gallery admission with the support of The Miami Herald. Tours begin at 6:00 p.m. with innovative programming at 7:00 pm.  Guided, Private and Self-Guided Tours of the Art Deco Historic District OngoingArt Deco Welcome Center, 1001 Ocean Drive 305.672.2014 www.mdpl.org     All tours take approximately 90 minutes. Prices vary. Art Deco Bike and Segway Tours Ongoing Bike and Roll, 210 Tenth Street 305.604.0001 www.bikeandroll.com $39 adults/$29 kids and students.

ALCALDIA DE DORAL - PLAN PREPARACION PARA LA TEMPORADA DE HURACANES

PRESS RELEASE

 

Mayor Luigi Boria, City Manager Joe Carollo

and Chief Richard Blom Will Hold a

Press Conference on Hurricane Preparedness

 

 

Doral, FL - On Thursday, June 6, 2013 at 10:30 a.m., Mayor Luigi Boria, City Manager Joe Carollo and Chief of Police Richard Blom will hold a press conference to inform and update residents and business owners on changes in the storm surge/flood areas. The City will also provide updated procedures and emergency preparedness plans for the hurricane season. 

 

The press conference will be held at the City of Doral Government Center and will include Mayor Luigi Boria, City Manager Joe Carollo and City of Doral Department Heads.

 

“The City of Doral is now part of the storm surge area. We have many plans in place and are prepared for the upcoming hurricane season, now we want to prepare the community” said Joe Carollo, City Manager.

 

 

WHO:	Mayor Luigi Boria, City Manager Joe Carollo and Chief of Police Richard Blom
WHAT:	City of Doral Hurricane Preparedness Plan
WHEN:	Thursday, June 6, 2013 at 10:30 a.m.
WHERE:	Doral Government Center  8401 NW 53 Terrace, 3rd Floor, Doral, FL 33166

 

 

 

 

Comunicado de Prensa

 

El Alcalde Luigi Boria, el Administrador de la Ciudad Joe Carollo y el Jefe de Policía Richard Blom convocan a una conferencia de prensa sobre el Plan de Preparación para la Temporada de Huracanes

 

 

(Doral, FL) – El jueves 6 de junio a las 10:30 a.m., el Alcalde Luigi Boria, el Administrador de la Ciudad de Doral Joe Carollo y el Jefe de Policía de la Ciudad Richard Blom celebrarán una conferencia de prensa a fin de informar y actualizar a los residentes y dueños de negocios sobre los cambios en las áreas  afectadas por tempestades e inundaciones.  La ciudad también proporcionará procedimientos actualizados y planes de preparación para emergencias para la temporada de huracanes.

 

La Conferencia de Prensa se efectuará en la Sede de Gobierno de la Ciudad de Doral y en la misma participarán el Alcalde Boria, el  Administrador de la Ciudad Joe Carollo, el Jefe de Policía Richard Blom, y los Directores de Departamentos de la Ciudad de Doral. 

 

“La Ciudad de Doral es ahora parte del área de inundaciones por causa de tempestades. Tenemos muchos planes ya elaborados y estamos preparados para la próxima temporada de huracanes. Ahora lo que deseamos es preparar a la Comunidad para cualquier eventualidad” declaró el Administrador de la Ciudad Joe Carollo.

 

 

QUIENES:	El Alcalde Luigi Boria, el Administrador de la Ciudad Joe Carollo y el Jefe de Policía Richard Blom
QUE:	Plan de Preparación para Huracanes de la Ciudad de Doral
CUANDO:	Jueves, 6 de junio de 2013 - Hora 10:30 a.m.
DONDE:	Sede de Gobierno de la Ciudad de Doral 8401 NW 53 Terrace, 3rd Floor, Doral, FL 33166

 

AMERICAS CONTIGO

Americas Community Center Events June 4, 2013
	NETWORKING BREAKFASTS IN Weston This Wednesday June 5th at our B2B The Americas Community Center will be hosting: Every Wednesday: - Expand your network of contacts - Share information of your company or service - Learn about new topics - Develop and drive your business! Rick Case Honda 15700 Rick Case Honda Way Davie, FL 33331 Hora: 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM - Registro: 7:50Am Costo: $10.00 Juan
NETWORKING BREAKFASTS IN DORAL This June 6th in our B2B Doral: "The Department of Labor and the Affordable Care Act" with: Millie Herrera An overview of the agencies that comprise the U.S. Department of Labor, the services we provide, and our role in the Affordable Care Act implementation. Every Thursday except the last of the month: - Expand your network of contacts - Share information of your company or service - Learn about new topics - Develop and drive your business! Carlos Albizu University 2173 NW 99Ave. Doral, Fl. 33172 Hora: 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM - Registro: 7:50Am Costo: $10.00 Especial de Charlas de Productividad: Crea tu Vida a tu Manera El poder de la mente Lo que PIENSAS determina lo que creemos. Lo que CREEMOS, determina como nos sentimos. La manera en como nos SENTIMOS, influye sobre como vamos a actuar.Nuestras ACCIONES determinan nuestra VIDA. No puedes vivir una vida positiva con una mente negativa. Adquiere las herramientas para fortalecer tu ser y empezar a crear tu vida a tu manera!!! Con las conferencistas: Mónica y Edith Buhler (Logo-terapeutas) Llevan más de 13 años impartiendo cursos sobre el auto-conocimiento y desarrollo del ser. Día: Miércoles 5 de Junio Hora: 6:00 - 9:00pm Lugar: Rick Case Hyundai de Weston Precio: $60 (Incluye un "kit" que te llevaras a la casa) Te inviatmos a este Seminario Taller Caramelos Para El Alma Una oportunidad para la gratitud y el reconocimiento. La reconciliacion contigo mismo y con los demas. Un espacio para un momento de quietud reflexion y expansion. Ven y endulza tu vida de una manera única. Un escape de la agitada vida diaria para un reencuentro con tus valores espirituales. "Si estas pasando por momentos de presion y tension te invitamos a un caramelo" Con el conferencista: Carlos A. Rivera Escritor Colombiano; motivador, conferencista, columnista de periódicos y revistas sobre temas de crecimiento personal y actitud mental positiva. -Autor de los libros: - Ecología Mental (publicado) Comportamiento Humano Positivo (publicado) Administración de la Vida La Familia Hoy-Un Liderazgo despierto Día: Sabado 8 de Junio Hora: 10:30am Lugar: Alamanova Direccion: 16638-Saddle Club Rd- WestonFlorida 33326- Bonaventure Town center Valor: Donacion Voluntaria

Edu1st INVITA

Brickell International Academy will be at Mary Brickell Village presenting Storytelling the first Wednesday of every month at 6:00pm. All children and families in the community are welcome to join us for this dynamic learning experience. Each time we will be telling a new story using one of our developmentally stimulating “thinking routines.” The children will have the opportunity to not only have story time, but learn critical thinking skills; understand the components of a story and how we use them to develop our senses. Parents, watch how your child will learn and develop their cognitive, linguistic, and social skills through our “thinking routines.” Each class is FREE of charge!!  Story telling with art using thinking routines: ◦Child must be accompanied by an adult The program is free of charge. We offer 1 class in Mary Brickell Village, and the other Wednesdays of the month we offer this class at the school.  We have a capacity of 10 students per class. The hour will include a story read by one of our teachers trained in VT, an implementation of one of our thinking routines to encourage critical thinking skills, and each story is followed by a craft to make the story comprehension visible.   Where: The first Wednesday of every month in: Mary Brickell Village. 901 South Miami Avenue, East Court Yard, Miami, FL 33130 The others Wedenesday of the month in: Brickell International Academy 1101 Brickell ave. Miami Fl, 33131 North Tower, 8th Floor When: Mary Brickell Village at 6:00pm: Wednesday June 5th Wednesday July 3rd Wednesday August 7th Wednesday September 4th Brickell International Academy at 5:00 pm The others Wednesday of the month Please RSVP, Phone: 786-718-1560