Tuesday, October 22, 2013
Miami se iluminará para luchar contra la leucemia
Miami se iluminará para luchar contra la leucemia
· Se estima que los nuevos casos de leucemia, linfoma y mieloma representen casi 10% del estimado de 1.660.290 nuevos casos de cánceres diagnosticados en los EE.UU. en 2013.
· Cada 4 minutos una persona en los Estados Unidos es diagnosticada con un cáncer de la sangre
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Fort Lauderdale y Miami, FL . Octubre 18, 2013 – Con la finalidad de recaudar fondos para la investigación sobre el cáncer en la sangre y prestar apoyo a los pacientes y sus familias regresa a Miami y Fort Lauderdale el evento anual Light The Night® (Iluminemos la Noche) de la Sociedad de Lucha contra la Leucemia y el Linfoma (LLS, por sus siglas en inglés), organizado por la seccional del Sur de Florida y Puerto Rico. Las caminatas, que el año pasado rompieron récord de asistencia, se llevarán a cabo el sábado 9 de noviembre de 2013 en el Huizenga Plaza del centro de Fort Lauderdale y el sábado 16 de noviembre 2013 en el Bayfront Park del centro de Miami, ambas de 5 de la tarde a 8 de la noche.
Algunos datos del 2013 muestran que:
· Aproximadamente cada 4 minutos una persona en los Estados Unidos es diagnosticada con un cáncer de la sangre[1].
· Se prevé que un estimado total combinado de 149.990 personas en Estados Unidos sea diagnosticado con leucemia, linfoma o mieloma en 2013[2].
· Se estima que los nuevos casos de leucemia, linfoma y mieloma representen 9% del estimado de 1.660.290 nuevos casos de cánceres diagnosticados en los EE.UU. en 2013[3].
· Se estima que 1.129.813 personas en los EE.UU. están viviendo con, o están en remisión de, leucemia, linfoma o mieloma[4].
Las caminatas nocturnas Light The Night® son veladas llenas de inspiración. Durante este apacible paseo, los participantes llevan globos iluminados: de color blanco los sobrevivientes, rojo aquellos que brindan su apoyo y dorado en memoria de los seres queridos perdidos por causa del cáncer. Miles de caminantes, entre hombres, mujeres y niños, conforman una afectuosa y solidaria comunidad para llevar la luz al oscuro mundo del cáncer. Todas estas personas se unen a de miembros de la organización y patrocinadores para participar en cada paseo.
Gracias al continuo apoyo de los contribuyentes y a los socios y patrocinadores, en el año fiscal 2012 la Sociedad de Leucemia y Linfoma ha sido capaz de:
· Invertir $68 millones en investigación, que incluye la financiación de 111 nuevas becas a investigadores de instituciones académicas y de $ 14 millones en contratos a través del Programa de Aceleración del Tratamiento (TAP, Therapy Acceleration Program) de la LLS que se dedica a movilizar el desarrollo inmediato de tratamientos para el cáncer en la sangre.
· 314 proyectos de investigación y de apoyo (20 asociaciones) en los Estados Unidos, Canadá y otros 7 países
· Proporcionar asistencia financiera a pacientes con cánceres de la sangre
· Patrocinar conferencias científicas a través de todo el país y en el extranjero
· Elaborar materiales educativos y videos tanto para pacientes como para el personal médico
· Gestionar cientos de grupos de apoyo familiar en todo el país
Cada año, en comunidades a lo largo y ancho de los Estados Unidos y Canadá , grupos de las familias , amigos , compañeros de trabajo, empresas locales y nacionales se reúnen para recaudar fondos y llevar ayuda y esperanza a todas las personas que luchan contra el cáncer en la sangre . Junto a ellas, millones de consumidores también brindan su ayuda a través de la donación en las diferentes tiendas que nos brindan su apoyo.
Sobre la LLS
La Sociedad de Lucha contra la Leucemia y el Linfoma (R), con sede nacional en White Plains, Nueva York, es la mayor organización voluntaria de salud en el mundo, dedicada al financiamiento de investigaciones del cáncer en la sangre, así como a la educación y servicios al paciente. Su misión es la cura de la leucemia, el linfoma, la enfermedad de Hodgins y el mieloma así como el mejoramiento de la calidad de vida de los pacientes y sus familiares. Los fondos para la investigación del cáncer en la sangre de la LLS son destinados a salvar vidas en todo el mundo, proporcionar información gratuĺta y prestar servicios de apoyo. Desde su fundación en el año 1949, la LLS ha invertido más de $875 millones para investigaciones específicamente destinadas a los cánceres en la sangre. LLS tiene 59 seccionales o capĺtulos en los Estados Unidos y Canadá.
Para obtener más información sobre la inscripción o el patrocinio de “Light The Night® Fort Lauderdale y Miami Walks”, envíe un correo electrónico a Wendy Viciana a través de la dirección wendy.viciana@lls.org o visite el sitio web www.lightthenight.org/sfl. Si desea comunicarse con el capĺtulo del Sur de Florida y Puerto Rico de la Sociedad de Lucha contra La Leucemia y el Linfoma, puede llamar al 954-744-5300 o visitarwww.lls.org/SFL
Monday, October 21, 2013
AMERICA DEVELOPING SMILES ANUNCIA SU 16VA ‘SEEDS OF HOPE EXTRAVAGANZA’
Bajo una noche fresca y con una concurrencia de prensa, celebridades y amigos, la asociación America Developing Smiles celebró el lanzamiento de su campaña “Seeds of Hope Extravaganza”, un evento de recaudación de fondos que ayuda a niños en centros educativos del Sur de la Florida y de América Latina.
El escenario fue el acogedor Casabe 305 Bistro en Coral Way, y contó con la presencia del cantante venezolano Yordano, el presentador Nelson Bustamante, y un grupo de amigos que colaboran con esta bella la causa, y que se reunieron para anunciar el tan esperado evento “Seeds of Hope Extravaganza” que se llevará a cabo el próximo 21 de noviembre en el Rusty Pelican. Para obtener tickets y más información, las personas pueden ir a la página https://seedsofhope2013.
Saturday, October 19, 2013
MIAMI BEACH THIS WEEK
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| ADVISORY: Isolated Temporary Flooding due to Lunar Spring High Tides this Weekend High lunar tides (above three feet) expected through Monday. Temporary isolated flooding may occur in low-lying areas. Please use caution and seek alternates during the high tide periods.
Drainage Improvements
Florida Department of Transportation expects to begin drainage improvements to Fifth Street and Alton Road in November. More information, contact Ivette Ruiz-Paz at 305.640.7462, ivette.ruiz.paz@dot.state.fl.
The current Alton Road project also includes drainage improvements. Contact Heather Leslie atheather@hmlpublicoutreach.com
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| Miami Beach General & Special Election 2013 Vote for Candidates and Ballot Questions: November 5, 2013 Early Voting: October 21 - November 3, 2013 Miami Beach Elections including information on general voting, candidates and six ballot questions. There is also a county question on Jackson Health System on the ballot. Candidate presentations will air on MBTV from October 12 through November 4, 2013. Miami Beach Voters Guide on the Miami Beach Ballot Questions. |
| Miami Beach Named One of America's Best Places to Live City Ranks #5 Out of 100 Liveable Cities in U.S. by Liveability 
Learn more on why Miami Beach was selected and in what areas scored higher than others. http://livability.com//top-
Miami Beach is also an international finalist for LivCom Awards (International Awards for Liveable Communities), which focuses on honoring communities that have best practices, innovation and leadership through environmentally sustainable communities.
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| Halloween Happenings October 26 Halloween Half Marathon, 7 - 11:30 a.m. These runners are in costume. Traffic may temporarily be impacted on MacArthur Causeway. South Pointe Park, Lummus Park and Boardwalk. Map. More info. October 31, 2013 Free Family Friendly Events Safe Night of Fright, 6 - 8 p.m. at North Shore Bandshell, Collins Avenue & 72 Street Halloween Happenings, 6 - 8:30 p.m. at Scott Rakow Youth Center, 2700 Sheridan Avenue www.miamibeachparks.com No Tricks, Just Treats Miami Beach Fire Stations, 6 - 8 p.m. Station No 1: 1051 Jefferson Avenue Station No 2: 2300 Pine Tree Drive Station No 3: 5303 Collins Avenue Station No 4: 6880 Indian Creek Drive Lincoln Road Traffic Alert For pedestrian safety, streets between Alton Road and Washington Avenue will be closed to vehicular traffic due to events along Lincoln Road. |
Veterans Day Parade & Ceremony /Picnic
Monday, November 11, 9AMShow your appreciation to our troops as they march along Washington Avenue to 11 Street with marching bands and other colorful groups. The parade ends at Flamingo Park Baseball Stadium where a ceremony, military parachute deomonstration, and picnic will be held. If you are interested in joining the parade, contact MarciaMonserrat@miamibeachfl. Interested in sponsoring the event? Contact tonyadaniels@ |
| Charter Review & Revision Board Wants to Hear from You Next meeting: October 21, 4:30 p.m. Public is encouraged to participate in this process that happens every 10 years. Upcoming pending items include, term limits for mayor, election vs appointment when Commission vacancies occur; Commission salar/compensation; compensation of the city attorney, city manager and city clerk; Citizen's Bill of Rights; Article XV to include traffic issues and the preservation of beaches.
Email your comments to CharterReview@miamibeachfl.
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Free Miami Beach Apps
Find Parking; Ask and Receive Answers, Report Problems, Request Services and More  Check out our new online app webpage where you can learn more about new Miami Beach apps: Miami Beach ParkMe, Miami Beach Report It, BeachView, Miami Beach ParksnReview, and Miami Beach FloodApp Miami Beach Report It. | Report It Online Miami Beach ParkMe |
| Hazardous Waste Collection Sunday, November 17, 40 Street & Chase AV Leftover household products that contain corrosive, toxic, ignitable, or reactive ingredients are considered to be "household hazardous waste." Don't place them in your regular garbage or recycling bins. Take them to the bi-annual hazardous waste collection. More information on Facebook > Website > |
It's WasteFULL Weekends
Keep It Clean the First Weekend of Every Month | November 2 & 3 | 8AM - 8PM
During WasteFull Weekends, take your bulk trash to the two dumpster locations: 75 St + Dickens Avenue (North Beach) < RECYCLE HERE
541 Jefferson Avenue (South Beach)
Remember to recycle, it's the law!
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State Attorney's Office Offers Services in Miami Beach Monthly
Beginning October 30, a representative from the State Attorney's Office will be present every Wednesday from 10 am-12:30 pm at the Answer Center, located at 1700 Convention Center Drive on the first floor.Have a question or need information regarding: Child Support Enforcement Domestic Violence Services ID Theft Prevention Sealing or Expunging an Arrest Record Bad Check Restitution Victim Services For more information, contact the State Attorney's Office Community Outreach Division at 305.547.0724. |
Miami Beach Food Truck & Music Fest
 Fourth Wednesday of the Month*5PM - 10PM, North Shore Bandshell, 73 St & Collins Av October 30: TBA November 27: Johnny Conga and the Tropical JazzFood Trucks: 5PM - 10PM Live music: 6PM - 9PM Share the event with your Facebook friends & family More > * Except when it falls on a major holiday. |
| Enter to Win a Cultural Weekend Stay in Miami Beach Before November 30, Text "Plugged In" to 91011 to Enter  The goal of the campaign is to introduce Miami Beach's cultural arts scene to new audiences and double the number of subscribers to the Cultural Arts Calendar weekly email.
Current subscribers* are automatically entered into the drawing.
For information on prizes and *restrictions, visit www.mbculture.com.
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Free Pediatric Mobile Clinic By Appointment
University of Miami Pediatric Mobile Clinic & the City of Miami BeachFREE health care services to youth with no access or limited access to health care / medical insurance. October 25, November 8 & 22, and December 13. More info: www.miamibeachfl.gov, click on the Education tab. To make an appointment, please call 305.243.6407. |
| Need Help with Your Home Improvement? Building Department Opens a Miami Beach Homeowners' Desk If you are a Miami Beach homeowner, you get special assistance with your building permits. |
It's Hurricane Season! Plan, Prepare and Register
 Miami Beach residents are reminded that Miami Beach is an evacuation zone and there are important preparations and procedures before and after a hurricane that you need to know. Hurricane season is from June 1 through November 30.
New Flood Relief Parking Program
If your address has been identified as one that is located within a potential flood area, you qualify for temporary parking accommodation voucher during a flood activation. Notices sent to those affected areas. Click here for more info.
More information about how to prepare for hurricane season, including early registrations such as condo managers' re-entry passes, special needs, and pet evacuation): visit http://web.miamibeachfl.
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| Public Invited to our Peace Pole Dedication Sunday, October 27, 3 p.m. at Miami Beach Botanical Garden
Join the Community Relations Board for this ceremony and planting of peace meditiation tree.
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Caring for Animals
Keep Public Areas Clean & Follow the CodeAnimal Resource Officer Know of crimes against animals or other unlawful issues with animals in your neighborhood? Contact the Police Department's new animal resource officer, Mariana Jomarron at 305.673.7000, ext 3705. Spay & Neuter / Need Volunteers The Meow Mobile comes to Miami Beach twice a month to spay and neuter community cats at North Shore Open Space Park. This program is made possible by a grant from PetSmart Charities, Inc. Upcoming date: October 26, November 9 & 23, and December 7 & 28. For an appointment, 305.233.9958 or meowmobile@thecatnetwork.organd/or to volunteer: projectcatnsniphelp@gmail.com. Feed Them, Don't Litter Be aware of littering laws. If you are feeding stray animals, food cannot be placed directly on the ground including plants or leaves and sand dunes. Also when using plates, cans or other containers, these objects must be removed immediately. Do not trespass in sand dunes. Report Contact Code Compliance at 305.673.7555 if you see any dogs off leash; any dogs owners failing to clean after the animal; littering; or any trespassing in sand dunes. |
| Miami Beach Gets Tough on Bullying, It's No Place for Hate ADL Designates Miami Beach a Community of Respect
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All residential buildings and businesses must have recycling programs. It is required by City Code. Contact your waste hauler or other recycling company to initiate a recycling program for your building or business.
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Traffic Alert: Road Construction Projects
For real-time traffic reports, call 511 or go to www.fl511.com.
Check out the city's online GIS Traffic report. Call 511 for up-to-the-minute traffic reports throughout South Florida. Also listen to MB Radio 1670AM for weekly updates in Miami Beach. Also, subscribe to weekly Traffic Advisories via email. Click update profile on the bottom of this email and then add yourself to the list. Construction information & updates> |
| Julia Tuttle Causeway & Alton Road FDOT Work Bike & Pedestrian Lanes and Ramp Work Began August 26 August 26 through Fall 2013 One lane may be closed daily from 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. eastbound or westbound on the Julia Tuttle for bike and pedestrian project. Ramp work on Alton Road and Biscayne Bay exits will occur at night. Construction Public Information Specialist Heather Leslie: 305.905.5876 | Heather@hmlpublicoutreach.com |
Alton Road & Collins Avenue Construction: Detour Up Ahead
Northbound at 17 Street will be Detoured to Meridian Avenue for Several Months
Bookmark the FDOT Alton Rd project page: http://www.fdotmiamidade.com/
More information on both projects: 305.905.5876 or Heather@hmlpublicoutreach.com
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Stop Government Corruption
Report Suspected Wrongdoing to FBIYour cooperation is needed to root out corruption. If you suspect any wrongdoing of a government employee, please report it anonymously to the FBI hotline at 305.944.9101. |
| SoundScape Cinema Series Fall 2013 Movie Schedule  The popular free outdoor movie series will run every Wednesday night through December. Other movies include "Hello Dolly" and "Man of Steel." Cinema Series Schedule: www.mbculture.com |
| No Text is Worth Dying for. #PutItDown Don't Text and Drive. |
Wednesday, October 16, 2013
MIAMI BEACH EVENTS
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