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Project SOS 4th Annual Back To School (9:30 AM)
Homestead Police Department Back to school Fair providing back packs with school supplies. James Archer Smith Park
300 NW 12th Street Homestead, FL 33030
Email : farzuaga@homesteadpolice.com
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West Side Story (3:00 PM)
Organization Name: The Roxy Theatre Group The Roxy Theatre Group is proud to present the Broadway musical hit, "West Side Story", featuring a cast of 75 kids ages 12-17 and an orchestra of students from the Greater Miami Youth Symphony. Set in 1950'S Manhattan, West Side Story is a modern-Latin-flavored Romeo & Juliet. Saturday, August 1st at 3:00 p.m. & 8:00 p.m. &
Sunday, August 2nd at 3:00 p.m. There will not be a performance on Friday, July 31st.
Tickets are $20 and all proceeds benefit The Roxy Theatre Group's Student Scholarship Fund. The Roxy Performing Arts Center
1645 SW 107 Ave.
Miami, FL 33165
Contact Info : Susanne Pinedo, 305-226-0030
Email : SusannePinedo@gmail.com
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West Side Story (8:00 PM)
Organization Name: The Roxy Theatre Group
The Roxy Theatre Group is proud to present the Broadway musical hit, "West Side Story", featuring a cast of 75 kids ages 12-17 and an orchestra of students from the Greater Miami Youth Symphony. Set in 1950'S Manhattan, West Side Story is a modern-Latin-flavored Romeo & Juliet. Saturday, August 1st at 3:00 p.m. & 8:00 p.m. &
Sunday, August 2nd at 3:00 p.m. There will not be a performance on Friday, July 31st.
Tickets are $20 and all proceeds benefit The Roxy Theatre Group's Student Scholarship Fund. The Roxy Performing Arts Center
1645 SW 107 Ave.
Miami, FL 33165
Contact Info : Susanne Pinedo, 305-226-0030
Email : SusannePinedo@gmail.com
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| Sunday, August 02, 2009 |
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West Side Story (3:00 PM)
Organization Name: The Roxy Theatre Group The Roxy Theatre Group is proud to present the Broadway musical hit, "West Side Story", featuring a cast of 75 kids ages 12-17 and an orchestra of students from the Greater Miami Youth Symphony. Set in 1950'S Manhattan, West Side Story is a modern-Latin-flavored Romeo & Juliet. Saturday, August 1st at 3:00 p.m. & 8:00 p.m. &
Sunday, August 2nd at 3:00 p.m. There will not be a performance on Friday, July 31st.
Tickets are $20 and all proceeds benefit The Roxy Theatre Group's Student Scholarship Fund. The Roxy Performing Arts Center
1645 SW 107 Ave.
Miami, FL 33165 Susanne Pinedo, 305-226-0030
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| Tuesday, August 04, 2009 |
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Organizational Quality Improvement For Non-Profits (10:00 AM)
Where:United Way Center for Excellence, 3250 SW 3rd Ave (Coral Way), Miami, FL 33129 (Map Link)When: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Trainer: Tisa McGhee, Ph.D., Sr. Professional Development and Organizational Development Manager Contact Phone: 305-571-5700 Description:Your organization's workforce and key processes accomplish the work of the organization that yields your overall performance results. The purpose of this workshop is to review the concepts of quality improvement processes as it relates to the results that your organization wants to achieve.
Objectives:
- Key elements of performance improvement
- How to create performance excellence
- Measurement, Analysis and Knowledge Management
Status: NOT REGISTERED Spaces Left: 27
Contact Info : Emilio de la Cruz
Email : emilio@thechildrenstrust.org
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| Wednesday, August 05, 2009 |
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Data Collection Tools & Methods - CANCELED (10:00 AM)
Where:The Children's Trust, 3150 SW 3rd Ave (Coral Way), Miami, FL 33129 (Map Link)When: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Trainer: Annika Grever, Research & Evaluation Analyst Contact Phone: 305-571-5700 Description:This training will help attendees understand how to collect effective, credible data for program evaluation.
Topics covered include:
• Identifying data sources
• Benefits and limitations of different data collection methods
• Data collection logistics
• Introduction to developing evaluation tools
• Ethics and confidentiality
Contact Info : Emilio de la Cruz
Email : emilio@thechildrenstrust.org
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| Thursday, August 06, 2009 |
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Back To School Day Of Peace Rally (11:00 AM)
Organization Name: Thelma Gibson Health Initiative The main objective of this event is to promote peace within the community of Coconut Grove by facilitating positive and nonviolent choices with the youth as they begin the new school year. This Day of Peace provides an opportunity for youth, individuals, families and organizations in the community to create practical acts of peace and to commit to a stance of intolerance of crime and violence. This unique happening will take place on August 06, 2009 and will also be used to highlight the children of the community engaged in creative expression. In addition, this event is expected to give the community the opportunity to view and understand the collective perceptions and mindset of youth as it relates to the social issues of violence and their impact on them. Elizabeth Virrick Park
3255 Plaza Street
Miami, FL 33196
Contact Info : Tahiese Beckford, 305-446-1543
Email : t.beckford@thelmagibsonhealthinitiative.org
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Buckle Up For Life! Car Safety Class (5:30 PM)
Injury Free Coalition for Kids of Miami
Buckle up for Life! Car Safety Class
United Way Center for Excellence: 2nd Floor
August 6th, 2009 from 5:30- 6:30 pm
Just in time for the family vacation and holiday travels - Buckle up for Life! Car Safety Class (1 hour-parents class for parents, grandparents and caregivers). Did you know kids 40-80lbs need a booster seat to ride safely? All children who weigh 40lbs or less require a car seat. Learn about all the details of child car safety and the proper way to mount car seats in your vehicle. When you attend this workshop, you are entitled to purchase a car seat for only $10.00. The “Buckle up for Life” program provided by Injury Free Coalition for Kids of Miami offers trained program coordinators that will check your cars for proper installation of the car seats and help you mount your new car seats into your vehicles. To register for this workshop, please email your information to:
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or call us at 305-631-7620.
Who should attend: any person, parent and grandparent the travels with a child in their vehicle at any time and those expecting their first child. Please forward this information to your friends and family. This workshop is a community-wide event. For those who attend the workshop you can come and collect your car seats and get them fastened correctly in your cars on August 7th, come to the Breezeway to get car seats inspected between 3:00pm - 7:00pm
Contact Info : Mabel Fatima Ramirez 305-631-7620
Email : ramirezm@unitedwaymiami.org
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Mama Hattie's House Fundraiser (6:30 PM)
Organization Name: World Literacy Crusade of FL, Inc./Girl Power Program lease join Ms. Thema Campbell, President/CEO of World Literacy Crusade of FL, Inc. and Girl Power for an evening of to support Mama Hattie House project. This social, educational and residential complex will provide a safe haven for homeless, battered and neglected girls ages 11 to 17. We invite you to learn more about this amazing project, whose goal is to improve our world one girl at a time. Hilton Bentley South Beach
101 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, FL
Email : thema@girlpowerrocks.org
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| Friday, August 07, 2009 |
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Data Tracker Hands-On Training (9:00 AM)
Where:The Children's Trust, 3150 SW 3rd Ave (Coral Way), Miami, FL 33129 (Map Link)When: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Trainer: Kathleen Villavicencio and Robert Bethke Contact Phone: 305-571-5700 Description:The new training will be an instructor guided, hands-on training using laptop computers and a practice database. All necessary materials, laptops, etc. will be provided for the training. Since the course is hands-on, there are 12 spots available for each class. Each provider that registers for this training may bring up to 2 additional participants for a total of 3 per provider, per class.
To make a reservation for any Data Tracker training, simply send an email to
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and include the desired training date, the primary participant's name along with the names of up to 2 additional participants. An email will be sent within 24 hours (weekends and holidays excluded)to confirm the desired training date. If the desired training date is full, alternate training dates will be included in the email.
Data Tracker Training Provider Notice: Download here
Associated Files1: Notice to providers about data tracker training.pdf
Contact Info : Emilio de la Cruz
Email : emilio@thechildrenstrust.org
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| Saturday, August 08, 2009 |
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Miami Peace Festival (8:00 AM)
Organization Name: Maimi's River of Life A Community Festival committed to the promotion of non-voilence and peace in the community. NW 10 AVE and NW 62nd St.
Contact Info : Demetrius Allen, 305-244-9056
Email : Libertyent@gmail
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Town Of Miami Lakes Child And Youth Fair 2009 (10:00 AM)
Organization Name: Town of Miami Lakes
Community-based event aimed at promoting greater awareness of child wellness issues impacting our local community. Miami Lakes Park
6411 NW 162nd Street
Miami Lakes, FL 33014
Email : lysakk@miamilakes-fl.gov
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Amigos For Kids 15th Annual Back To School Event (11:00 AM)
Pre-registered kids will receive their back to school supplies. Non-profit organizations are invited to disseminate information and reach out to the community. Jose Marti Park
351 SW 4 Street
Miami, FL 33130
Contact Info : Valeria Zepeda 305-279-1155
Email : valeria@amigosforkids.org
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Annual Back-2-School Summer Splash (2:00 PM)
Organization Name: The Carrie Meek Foundation The Carrie Meek Foundation will conduct the first annual back to school event. The event will be called The Carrie Meek Foundation Annual Summer Splash. Summer Splash will be held on The Foundation's 120 Acres of land in Parcel A at Opa-Locka Airport on August 8, 2009. During the Summer Splash The Foundation will give out approximately 1,500 book bags filled with school supplies to our 1,000 plus scholarship students and 500 book bags to students who participate in community partner's program The Portrait of Empowerment (TPOE). The event will feature Portable Rock Climbing walls, Jumper Systems, bounce houses and small mechanical rides. The event will include a strong health and education component to it as well. Mobile health vans, fitness experts and after-school tutoring vendors will also be on-site providing important information to the families. The Foundation's Summer Splash will also feature live entertainment and performances by various local groups. Opa-Locka Airport
14201 NW 42nd Avenue
Opa-Locka, FL 33054
Contact Info : Nakia Bowling, 305-953-0525
Email : nakia@carriemeekfoundation.org
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| Monday, August 10, 2009 |
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Back-to-School Health Event (9:00 AM)
Organization Name: Citrus Health Network, Inc. Back-to-School Physicals for $30 and Free Vaccines Citrus Health Network
Family Health Center
4125 West 20 Avenue
Hialeah, FL 33012
Contact Info : Vivian Fennen, 305-424-3011
Email : vivianj@citrushealth.com
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OOS Provider Training For EXISTING Providers - Module 1 (9:00 AM)
Where:The Ansin Building, 3250 SW 3rd Avenue, Miami, FL 33129, Ryder Room (Map Link)When: 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM Trainer: The Children's Trust Staff Out-of-School Staff Contact Phone: 305-571-5700 ext 227 Description:This REQUIRED training provides detailed information regarding many of the processes that you need to know to do business with The Children's Trust. Each module will present a different aspect of operating a program funded by the Children's Trust.
This training will be all day, however we encourage you to find the right person to attend each module, i.e. the person that handles finances in your organization should attend the finance module, while the program leaders should attend the two program modules.
Module 1: Administration and Finance
This training will address contract management topics including invoicing, budget management and revisions, audits, insurance, administrative/fiscal monitoring, background screening, capital equipment, record retention, incident reporting & more.
Target Audience: CFOs and/or the individuals making the financial decisions for the provider. PLEASE ENSURE YOUR FINANCE STAFF ATTEND! Status: NOT REGISTERED Spaces Left: 5
Contact Info : Emilio de la Cruz
Email : emilio@thechildrenstrust.org
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OOS Provider Training For EXISTING Providers - Module 2 (10:45 AM)
Where:The Ansin Building, 3250 SW 3rd Avenue, Miami, FL 33129, Ryder Room (Map Link)When: 10:45 AM - 12:00 PM Trainer: The Children's Trust Staff Out-of-School Staff Contact Phone: 305-571-5700 ext 227 Description:This REQUIRED training provides detailed information regarding many of the processes that you need to know to do business with The Children's Trust. Each module will present a different aspect of operating a program funded by the Children's Trust.
This training will be all day, however we encourage you to find the right person to attend each module, i.e. the person that handles finances in your organization should attend the finance module, while the program leaders should attend the two program modules.
Module 2: OOS Resources and Program Record Keeping
This training includes a review of the required programmatic records as well as information about Project RISE, All Children Together (ACT) resource network, and Daily Bread Food Bank.
Target Audience: Program Directors and Site Managers. PLEASE ENSURE YOUR PROGRAM LEADERS ATTEND! Status: NOT REGISTERED Spaces Left: 3
Contact Info : Emilio de la Cruz
Email : emilio@thechildrenstrust.org
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One-Minute Oral Reading Fluency Tool (1:00 PM)
Where:The Children's Trust, 3150 SW 3rd Ave (Coral Way), Miami, FL 33129 (Map Link)When: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Trainer: Project RISE Contact Phone: 305-571-5700 Description:Almost all OOS programs require some level of academic activity that includes reading. This workshop will train you on how to use the One-Minute Oral Reading Fluency Measure. This measure can be used with all age groups, cultures, and ability levels. Children's Trust-funded programs use the One-Minute Oral Reading Fluency Measure so participation in this workshop is strongly encouraged. Status: NOT REGISTERED Spaces Left: 15
Contact Info : Emilio de la Cruz
Email : emilio@thechildrenstrust.org
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OOS Provider Training For EXISTING Providers - Module 3 (1:00 PM)
Where:The Ansin Building, 3250 SW 3rd Avenue, Miami, FL 33129, Ryder Room (Map Link)When: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Web Link: http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&geocode=&q=united+way,+3250+SW+3rd+Ave,+Miami,+FL+33129,+USA&sll=25.752435,-80.213885&sspn=0.011016,0.011072&ie=UTF8&ei=QTb6R5v5L6KSqgLXsMTvCQ&cd=1&cid=25751608,-80213876,18006422374121988818&li=lmd&ll=25.755836,-80.213842&spn=0.044063,0.044289&z=14&iwloc=ATrainer: The Children's Trust Staff Out-of-School Staff Contact Phone: 305-571-5700 ext 227 Description:This REQUIRED training provides detailed information regarding many of the processes that you need to know to do business with The Children's Trust. Each module will present a different aspect of operating a program funded by the Children's Trust.
This training will be all day, however we encourage you to find the right person to attend each module, i.e. the person that handles finances in your organization should attend the finance module, while the program leaders should attend the two program modules.
Module 3: Data Collection, Outcomes & Reporting
This training includes a review of data collection & requirements, Oral Reading Fluency & PACER reporting, children with disabilities outcome accommodations, Satisfaction Surveys, Outcome Measures and Results Report, Program Narrative Reports, reading and interpreting reports, and using data to improve program services.
**NEW Out-of-School Provider Prerequisite: OOS Data Tracker 8/14/09 at 10-12pm and 1-3pm. Deadline to register will be 5pm 8/4/09 for the 8/10/09 date and 8/12/09 for the 8/18/09 date.
Target Audience: Program Directors and Site Managers PLEASE ENSURE YOUR PROGRAM LEADERS ATTEND! Status: NOT REGISTERED Spaces Left: 7
Contact Info : Emilio de la Cruz
Email : emilio@thechildrenstrust.org
Url: http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&geocode=&q=united+way,+3250+SW+3rd+Ave,+Miami,+FL+33129,+USA&sll=25.752435,-80.213885&sspn=0.011016,0.011072&ie=UTF8&ei=QTb6R5v5L6KSqgLXsMTvCQ&cd=1&cid=25751608,-80213876,18006422374121988818&li=lmd&ll=25.755836,-80.213842&spn=0.044063,0.044289&z=14&iwloc=A
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Youth Support Meeting (6:00 PM)
Organization Name: Miami Children's Initiative All providers, residents and interested persons are welcome to attend and participate in the development of a community Strategic Plan for Liberty City and design a vibrant neighborhood that will support all its children as they grow into successful adults. NFL Center
7090 NW 22nd Ave.
Contact Info : Andrea Stephenson, 561-386-4222
Email : andrea@strategicpartners-fl.com
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| Tuesday, August 11, 2009 |
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Developing An Evaluation Plan & Selecting An Evaluator - CANCELED (10:00 AM)
Where:The Children's Trust, 3150 SW 3rd Ave (Coral Way), Miami, FL 33129 (Map Link)When: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Trainer: Sandra Alvear, Research and Evaluation Analyst Contact Phone: 305-571-5700 Description:The training aims to answer the following questions:
• Why should you have an evaluation plan? What are the evaluation goals?
• When should you develop an evaluation plan?
• What are the different types of stakeholders and what are their interests in your evaluation?
• How do you develop an evaluation plan?
• How to setup a timeline for evaluation activities?
• What products should you expect to get out of the evaluation?
• What is the purpose of hiring an external evaluator?
• How to define the role of an external evaluator
Contact Info : Emilio de la Cruz
Email : emilio@thechildrenstrust.org
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Community Safety Group (3:00 PM)
Organization Name: Miami Children's Initiative All providers, residents and interested persons are welcome to attend and participate in the development of a community Strategic Plan for Liberty City and design a vibrant neighborhood that will support all its children as they grow into successful adults. Belafonte Tacolcy
6161 NW 9th Ave.,
Miami
Contact Info : Thamara Labrousse and Jean Logan, 305-758-7900
Email : thamara@strategicpartners-fl.com
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| Wednesday, August 12, 2009 |
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| Thursday, August 13, 2009 |
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Job Fair Expo 2009 (9:00 AM)
Organization Name: Abilities Inc. of Florida & New Birth Baptist Church Its a job fair expo for the general public. We will have 50 employer attending, representing a broad market sectors of the South Florida economy. New Birth Center
8400 NE 2nd Avenue
Miami Florida
Contact Info : Catherine A Rabbito, 305-591-0961 ext: Ext 26
Email : crabbito@ourpeoplework.org
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Back-to-School Health Event (12:00 PM)
Organization Name: Citrus Health Network, Inc. Back-to-School Physicals for $30 and Free Vaccines Citrus Health Network
Family Health Center
4125 West 20 Avenue
Hialeah, FL 33012
Contact Info : Vivian Fennen, 305-424-3011
Email : vivianj@citrushealth.com
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Housing & Community Development Group (2:00 PM)
Organization Name: Miami Children's Initiative All providers, residents and interested persons are welcome to attend and participate in the development of a community Strategic Plan for Liberty City and design a vibrant neighborhood that will support all its children as they grow into successful adults. Liberty Square
6304 NW 4th Ave.
Miami
Contact Info : Thamara Labrousse, 305-758-7900
Email : thamara@strategicpartners-fl.com
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| Friday, August 14, 2009 |
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Elder Affairs Committee (10:00 AM)
Organization Name: Miami Children's Initiative All providers, residents and interested persons are welcome to attend and participate in the development of a community Strategic Plan for Liberty City and design a vibrant neighborhood that will support all its children as they grow into successful adults. Hadley Park
1300 NW 50 Street
Miami
Contact Info : Alex Douglas-Bartolone, 561-512-0264
Email : alex@strategicpartners-fl.com
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OOS New Providers Data Tracker (10:00 AM)
Where:The Children's Trust, 3150 SW 3rd Ave (Coral Way), Miami, FL 33129 (Map Link)When: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Trainer: Kathleen Villavicencio and Sandr Alvear Contact Phone: 305-571-5700 ext 523 Description:The new training will be an instructor guided, hands-on training using laptop computers and a practice database. All necessary materials, laptops, etc. will be provided for the training. Since the course is hands-on, there are 12 spots available for each class. Each provider that registers for this training may bring up to 2 additional participants for a total of 3 per provider, per class.
To make a reservation for any Data Tracker training, simply send an email to
This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
and include the desired training date, the primary participant's name along with the names of up to 2 additional participants. An email will be sent within 24 hours (weekends and holidays excluded)to confirm the desired training date. If the desired training date is full, alternate training dates will be included in the email.
Data Tracker Training Provider Notice: Download here
Contact Info : Robert Bethke
Email : robert.bethke@thechildrenstrust.org
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OOS New Providers Data Tracker (1:00 PM)
Where:The Children's Trust, 3150 SW 3rd Ave (Coral Way), Miami, FL 33129 (Map Link)When: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Trainer: Kathleen Villavicencio and Sandra Alvear Contact Phone: 305-571-5700 ext 523 Description:The new training will be an instructor guided, hands-on training using laptop computers and a practice database. All necessary materials, laptops, etc. will be provided for the training. Since the course is hands-on, there are 12 spots available for each class. Each provider that registers for this training may bring up to 2 additional participants for a total of 3 per provider, per class.
To make a reservation for any Data Tracker training, simply send an email to
This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
and include the desired training date, the primary participant's name along with the names of up to 2 additional participants. An email will be sent within 24 hours (weekends and holidays excluded)to confirm the desired training date. If the desired training date is full, alternate training dates will be included in the email.
Data Tracker Training Provider Notice: Download here
Contact Info : Robert Bethke
Email : robert.bethke@thechildrenstrust.org
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| Saturday, August 15, 2009 |
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ICFH Pediatric Health Fair (9:00 AM)
Organization Name: Institute for Child and Family Health Back To School Health Fair 15490 NW 7th Ave
Miami FL, 33169
Contact Info : Dr. Gina Morgan-Smith, 305-685-0381 ext: 2018
Email : Gmorgan-smith@icfhinc.org
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Miami Living Green (10:00 AM)
Organization Name: Show Winners Corp
Type of events: FAMILIES in South Florida are GREENING Their Lives, A 2-day weekend consumer Expo (B2C) for the entire family in South Florida, a huge market, showcasing GREEN & ECO friendly products, services, education and entertainment. Topics at Miami Living Green: - Eco-friendly Home design & products
- Government Incentives for Living Green
- Green Cooking: Healthier & Tastier (Tasty Organic Cooking)
- Enjoy Life & LIVE longer with organic food and beverage
- Investing in the new Green Economy
- Green Business Opportunitie
- Inside Look to Green Fashion and Beauty
- Going Back to School with Green Products & Ideas
- FREE organic food sampling
- Recycling Made Fun for the entire Family
- Hybrid Cars, electric and more: what's best for my family
- Help the environment & Save Money
- The Eco-Kids Zone
- GREEN Job Fair
- SAVING MONEY through energy savings products
Doubletree Miami Mart & Exhibition Center
711 NW 72 Ave., Miami, FL 33126
Email : ana@miamilivinggreen.com
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Back To School Bash (10:00 AM)
Organization Name: Union Outreach Ministries, Inc. Annual Youth picnic/Back To School Bash celebrating children success as we prepare them for back to school in a positive and fun atmosphere. During this event, we the members of Union Outreach reaches out to children with supplies such as book bags,paper, pens, pencils, composition notebooks, folders and any other material to provide the success of children. We will love to one day provide voucher for school uniforms. Amelia Earhart Park
401 E 65th Street
Miami, Florida 33013
Contact Info : JoAnn Greene, 786-223-9000
Email : greene588150@bellsouth.net
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2nd Annual Increase The Peace Charity Event (12:00 PM)
2nd Annual Increase the Peace Charity Event - In Loving Memory of Sean Taylor
Organization Name: Youth Achieving & Succeeding, Inc. The 2nd Annual Increase the Peace Charity Event is a family friendly stay in school initiative. Its an outdoor event that provide health screenings, back to school giveaways, encouragement to stop the violence and entertainment. Loren Roberts Park
(In Florida City)
627 NW 6th Avenue
Florida City, FL 33034
Contact Info : Sedrick Bell, PR Elora Mason, 305-879-6785, 305-851-5699
Email : fastffe@yahoo.com
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| Sunday, August 16, 2009 |
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Miami Living Green (10:00 AM)
Organization Name: Show Winners Corp
Type of events: FAMILIES in South Florida are GREENING Their Lives, A 2-day weekend consumer Expo (B2C) for the entire family in South Florida, a huge market, showcasing GREEN & ECO friendly products, services, education and entertainment. Topics at Miami Living Green: - Eco-friendly Home design & products
- Government Incentives for Living Green
- Green Cooking: Healthier & Tastier (Tasty Organic Cooking)
- Enjoy Life & LIVE longer with organic food and beverage
- Investing in the new Green Economy
- Green Business Opportunitie
- Inside Look to Green Fashion and Beauty
- Going Back to School with Green Products & Ideas
- FREE organic food sampling
- Recycling Made Fun for the entire Family
- Hybrid Cars, electric and more: what's best for my family
- Help the environment & Save Money
- The Eco-Kids Zone
- GREEN Job Fair
- SAVING MONEY through energy savings products
Doubletree Miami Mart & Exhibition Center
711 NW 72 Ave., Miami, FL 33126
Email : ana@miamilivinggreen.com
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Back To School Rally (12:00 PM)
Back to School Rally Theme: BE ON TARGET: Aim High for Student Success Rally to prepare students for new school year. 50 Partners sharing resources & information for families, Superintendent, The Miami HEAT and Mascot & Cheerleaders, Curious George, Family Entertainment, Door Prizes, Free TARGET school supplies for the first 500 attendees. AmericanAirlines Arena
601 Biscayne Boulevard
Miami, FL 33132 Parking in the Arena Garage
(free for Vendors; $3.00 per car for attendees)
Contact Info : Barbara Biggart, (305) 995-7326
Email : bbiggart@dadeschools.net
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6th Annual Better Health And All Star Jam (2:00 PM)
Organization Name: Spase Designz, Inc. Back to school All Star game, giving away bookbags and live entertainment. Florida Inter University- Arena
348 SW 127st On the campus of FIU South campus
Contact Info : Jermell Jenkin, 786-413-8045
Email : nevgiveup3@aol.com
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6th Annual All Star Jam (4:00 PM)
Organization Name: Spase Designz, Inc. Back to school bookbag and school supply giveaway, live entertainment Miami Northwestern
Gymnasium
1100 NW 71st
Miami Fl 33150
Contact Info : Javier Fernandez, 305-986-3926
Email : spasedesignz@yahoo.com
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| Tuesday, August 18, 2009 |
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OOS Provider Training For NEW Providers - Module 1 (9:00 AM)
Where:The Ansin Building, 3250 SW 3rd Avenue, Miami, FL 33129, Ryder Room (Map Link)When: 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM Trainer: The Children's Trust Staff Out-of-School Staff Contact Phone: 305-571-5700 ext 227 Description:This REQUIRED training provides detailed information regarding many of the processes that you need to know to do business with The Children's Trust. Each module will present a different aspect of operating a program funded by the Children's Trust.
This training will be all day, however we encourage you to find the right person to attend each module, i.e. the person that handles finances in your organization should attend the finance module, while the program leaders should attend the two program modules.
Module 1: Administration and Finance
This training will address contract management topics including invoicing, budget management and revisions, audits, insurance, administrative/fiscal monitoring, background screening, capital equipment, record retention, incident reporting & more.
Target Audience: CFOs and/or the individuals making the financial decisions for the provider. PLEASE ENSURE YOUR FINANCE STAFF ATTEND! Status: NOT REGISTERED Spaces Left: 17
Contact Info : Emilio de la Cruz
Email : emilio@thechildrenstrust.org
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OOS Provider Training For NEW Providers - Module 2 (10:45 AM)
Where:The Ansin Building, 3250 SW 3rd Avenue, Miami, FL 33129, Ryder Room (Map Link)When: 10:45 AM - 12:00 PM Trainer: The Children's Trust Staff Out-of-School Staff Contact Phone: 305-571-5700 ext 227 Description:This REQUIRED training provides detailed information regarding many of the processes that you need to know to do business with The Children's Trust. Each module will present a different aspect of operating a program funded by the Children's Trust.
This training will be all day, however we encourage you to find the right person to attend each module, i.e. the person that handles finances in your organization should attend the finance module, while the program leaders should attend the two program modules.
Module 2: OOS Resources and Program Record Keeping
This training includes a review of the required programmatic records as well as information about Project RISE, All Children Together (ACT) resource network, and Daily Bread Food Bank.
Target Audience: Program Directors and Site Managers. PLEASE ENSURE YOUR PROGRAM LEADERS ATTEND! Status: NOT REGISTERED Spaces Left: 21
Contact Info : Emilio de la Cruz
Email : emilio@thechildrenstrust.org
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OOS Provider Training For NEW Providers - Module 3 (1:00 PM)
Where:The Ansin Building, 3250 SW 3rd Avenue, Miami, FL 33129, Ryder Room (Map Link)When: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Trainer: The Children's Trust Staff Out-of-School Staff Contact Phone: 305-571-5700 ext 227 Description:This REQUIRED training provides detailed information regarding many of the processes that you need to know to do business with The Children's Trust. Each module will present a different aspect of operating a program funded by the Children's Trust.
This training will be all day, however we encourage you to find the right person to attend each module, i.e. the person that handles finances in your organization should attend the finance module, while the program leaders should attend the two program modules.
Module 3: Data Collection, Outcomes & Reporting
This training includes a review of data collection & requirements, Oral Reading Fluency & PACER reporting, children with disabilities outcome accommodations, Satisfaction Surveys, Outcome Measures and Results Report, Program Narrative Reports, reading and interpreting reports, and using data to improve program services.
**NEW Out-of-School Provider Prerequisite: OOS Data Tracker 8/14/09 at 10-12pm and 1-3pm. Deadline to register will be 5pm 8/4/09 for the 8/10/09 date and 8/12/09 for the 8/18/09 date.
Target Audience: Program Directors and Site Managers PLEASE ENSURE YOUR PROGRAM LEADERS ATTEND! Status: NOT REGISTERED Spaces Left: 21
Contact Info : Emilio de la Cruz
Email : emilio@thechildrenstrust.org
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| Wednesday, August 19, 2009 |
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Back-to-School Health Event (9:00 AM)
Organization Name: Citrus Health Network, Inc. Back-to-School Physicals for $30 and Free Vaccines Citrus Health Network
Family Health Center
4125 West 20 Avenue
Hialeah, FL 33012
Contact Info : Vivian Fennen, 305-424-3011
Email : vivianj@citrushealth.com
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Effective Teamwork - CANCELED (10:00 AM)
Where:The Children's Trust, 3150 SW 3rd Ave (Coral Way), Miami, FL 33129 (Map Link)When: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Trainer: Emilio de la Cruz, Professional & Organizational Development Specialist Contact Phone: 305-571-5700 Description:Join us for this two-hour session where will review the fundamental elements of effective team building.
This interactive session will review the following concepts:
Your personal commitment
Resolving Conflicts
Team mission
Team contract
Identify team member characteristics
Define your customer
Team respect, interdependency and reciprocity
Contact Info : Emilio de la Cruz
Email : emilio@thechildrenstrust.org
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| Thursday, August 20, 2009 |
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All-Aboard Back To School Celebration (10:00 AM)
Organization Name: Institute for Child and Family Health 'Back to School Celebration" is a partnership between The Children's Trust, Nova Southeastern University, The Parent Academy and Miami-Dade County Public Schools. It will consist of a storyhour from 10:00am - 11:00am. Book bags with school supplies will be distribute until supplies run out. Families will have an opportunity to meet with our partners and receive information on available community resources. All-Aboard Family Resource Center
145 SW 11th Avenue
Miami, Florida 33130
Contact Info : Maria Fernandez, 305-687-2227
Email : mfernandez@icfhinc.org
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Parental Involvement - CANCELED (10:00 AM)
Where:The Children's Trust, 3150 SW 3rd Ave (Coral Way), Miami, FL 33129 (Map Link)When: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Trainer: Tisa McGhee, Ph.D., Sr. Professional Development and Organizational Development Manager Contact Phone: 305-571-5700 Description:This two-hour presentation will encourage participants to develop plans to increase parental involvement in their programs. Methods regarding how to develop a hook to get parents to your program, how to keep them coming and how to create a parental advisory board will be discussed. Potential benefits and challenges to increasing parental involvement will also be discussed.
Topics include:
- Creating an environment that encourages participation
- Stages of engaging families
- Essentials of effective participation
- How to develop a parental advisory board
Upon completion of this session participants will be able to develop their own plan to increase parental involvement.
No prerequisite
Contact Info : Emilio de la Cruz
Email : emilio@thechildrenstrust.org
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Faith Community Group (6:00 PM)
Organization Name: Miami Children's Initiative All providers, residents and interested persons are welcome to attend and participate in the development of a community Strategic Plan for Liberty City and design a vibrant neighborhood that will support all its children as they grow into successful adults. Hosanna Community Baptist Church
2171 NW 56th Street
Miami
Contact Info : Thamara Labrousse, 305-758-7900
Email : thamara@strategicpartners-fl.com
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| Friday, August 21, 2009 |
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Data Tracker Hands-On Training (9:00 AM)
Where:The Children's Trust, 3150 SW 3rd Ave (Coral Way), Miami, FL 33129 (Map Link)When: 9:00 AM - 12:00 AM Trainer: Kathleen Villavicencio and Robert Bethke Contact Phone: 305-571-5700 Description:The new training will be an instructor guided, hands-on training using laptop computers and a practice database. All necessary materials, laptops, etc. will be provided for the training. Since the course is hands-on, there are 12 spots available for each class. Each provider that registers for this training may bring up to 2 additional participants for a total of 3 per provider, per class.
To make a reservation for any Data Tracker training, simply send an email to
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and include the desired training date, the primary participant's name along with the names of up to 2 additional participants. An email will be sent within 24 hours (weekends and holidays excluded)to confirm the desired training date. If the desired training date is full, alternate training dates will be included in the email.
Data Tracker Training Provider Notice: Download here
Associated Files1: Notice to providers about data tracker training.pdf
Contact Info : Emilio de la Cruz
Email : emilio@thechildrenstrust.org
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| Saturday, August 22, 2009 |
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Annual Book Bag Giveaway (10:00 AM)
Organization Name: Office of Commissioner Rolle
Commissioner Rolle organizes an event every year for students going back to school. He provides underprivileged students with many items associated with school readiness including school supplies and immunization. Many community and county organizations will be present. Gwen Cherry Park
7090 NW 22nd Ave
Miami, FL 33147
Contact Info : Sade Chaney, 305-375-4833
Email : sadechaney@hotmail.com
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Feria De Regreso A Clases De Radio Caracol (10:00 AM)
Consejos e información sobre el regreso a la escuela. International Mall
1455 NW 107 Ave.
Miami, Fl. 33172
Contact Info : Jose Mendoza-Rafael Mancera, 786-277-0447
Email : rmancera@caracolusa.com o jmendoza@caracolusa.com
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| Sunday, August 23, 2009 |
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2nd Annual Back 2 School Xplosion (5:00 PM)
Organization Name: Salem Youth Ministry Free Back 2 School Concert for the youth and family in the community! (Requesting School supplies, and the Children's Trust plastic bags to stuff materials). 1200 NE 135th Street
North Miami, FL 33131
Contact Info : Dasha Saintremy, 305-788-5749
Email : phenom1804@yahoo.com
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| Tuesday, August 25, 2009 |
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Open House - CANCELED (1:00 PM)
Where:The Children's Trust, 3150 SW 3rd Ave (Coral Way), Miami, FL 33129 (Map Link)When: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Trainer: Tisa McGhee, Ph.D., Sr. Professional Development and Organizational Development Contact Phone: 305-571-5700 Description:Expand your network. Develop new opportunities for collaboration.
Meet new friends who are supported by The Children's Trust. Don't miss this high-octane afternoon gathering to share your successes and challenges, and to develop new solutions to benefit your community. Snacks provided!
Contact Info : Emilio de la Cruz
Email : emilio@thechildrenstrust.org
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Community Safety Meeting (3:00 PM)
Organization Name: Miami Children's Initiative Developing strategies to improve the safety of our community for the children. Belafonte Tacolcy 6161 NW 9th Avenue Miami
Contact Info : Thamara Labrousse, 305-778-3852
Email : thamara@strategicpartners-fl.com
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Arts & Culture Meeting (6:00 PM)
Organization Name: Miami Children's Initiative
Developing strategies for utilizing arts and culture in developing strong youth. African Heritage Cultural Art Center 6161 NW 22nd Ave. Miami
Contact Info : Jean Logan, 305-343-2492
Email : jean@strategicpartners-fl.com
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| Wednesday, August 26, 2009 |
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KidStats And Maps (10:00 AM)
Where:The Children's Trust, 3150 SW 3rd Ave (Coral Way), Miami, FL 33129 (Map Link)When: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Trainer: Darrin Buffkin, Community Indicators & GIS Analyst Contact Phone: 305-571-5700 Description:This session will give you an in-depth look at The Children's Trust data analysis and mapping website, KidStats and Maps (maps.thechildrenstrust.org). KidStats and Maps makes data accessible in one convenient location by providing responsive high quality community maps, charts and profiles of child well-being conditions at the ZIP Code level with comparisons within and outside of Miami-Dade County. The session will provide practical, hands-on comprehensive instruction and training that participants can apply immediately and will include a hands-on demonstration of the community asset mapping tool recent enhancement to the site. Note: class is limited to 12 persons. Status: NOT REGISTERED Spaces Left: 10
Contact Info : Emilio de la cruz
Email : emilio@thechildrenstrust.org
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Education Of Children & Youth Meeting (4:00 PM)
Organization Name: Miami Children's Initiative
Developing strategies to address educational success for children ages 6 to 18 who are attending school. Carrie Meek Center 1350 NW 50th Street Miami
Contact Info : Jean Logan, 305-373-2492
Email : jean@strategicpartners-fl.com
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Early Development & Care Of Children (8:30 PM)
Organization Name: Miami Children's Coalition Developing strategies to address the needs of children from birth to entry to first grade. KIDCO 3630 NE 1st Court Miami
Contact Info : Thamara Labrousse, 305-778-3852
Email : thamara@strategicpartners-fl.com
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| Thursday, August 27, 2009 |
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Fitness Outcome: PACER (a.k.a. The "Beep" Test) (10:00 AM)
Organization Name: Project RISE Type of events: In this active workshop, participants will learn how to administer and score the Progressive Aerobic Cardiovascular Endurance Run (PACER), also known as the "Beep" test. This modified shuttle run is a valid measure of endurance and overall fitness and is being adopted as the fitness outcome for The Children's Trust. A select group of Trust-funded agencies are required to administer this fun, research-based assessment during the 08-09 school year, but all can attend. Participants will also receive the materials needed to administer the PACER at no cost from Project RISE. Remember to wear sneakers! Location of Event: The Children's Trust 3150 SW 3rd Avenue (Coral Way), Miami FL 33129
Contact Info : Daphney Ford, Project RISE, 954-262-5756
Email : fdaphney@nova.edu
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Housing & Community Development (2:00 PM)
Organization Name: Miami Children's Initiative Type of events: Developing strategies to address the availability of affordable and safe hosing for families, neighborhood beautification, shopping and amenities. Liberty Square 6304 NW 14th Avenue Miami
Contact Info : Thamara Labrousse, 305-778-3852
Email : thamara@strategicpartners-fl.com
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| Friday, August 28, 2009 |
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Faith Community Meeting (6:00 PM)
Organization Name: Miami Children's Initiative Developing strategies to address the role of the faith community in supporting a quality of life community for our children. Hosanna Community Baptist Church
Contact Info : Thamara Labrousse, 305-778-3852
Email : thamara@strategicpartners-fl.com
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| Sunday, August 30, 2009 |
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The Children's Fair / La Feria Del Niño (10:00 AM)
Organization Name: Westchester Spanish SDA A community Health Fair specifically for children ranging from 0 to late teens. We'd like to offer all types of community services, educational services and information that are available for children and parents as well. 9500 S.W. 16th St.,
Miami, FL 33165
Contact Info : Mercy Castilla, 305-206-2306
Email : mmcastilla@yahoo.co.uk
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| Monday, August 31, 2009 |
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Reading Outcome: One-Minute Oral Reading Fluency (10:00 AM)
Organization Name: Project RISE In this workshop, participants will learn how to administer the required reading outcome measure of Oral Reading Fluency (ORF) as well as how to report the results to the Trust. This standardized, curriculum-based measure is designed to assess reading proficiency in one minute in students from pre-kindergarten to 12th grade. All Trust-funded agencies are required to administer this simple and research-based assessment to their participants. Providers will also learn how to obtain ORF materials at no cost from Project RISE. **Registration for this training is a MUST. Please go to www.nova.edu/projectrise to sign up** Nova Southeastern University Kendall Campus - Room 121 8585 SW 124th Avenue Kendall, FL 33183
Contact Info : Daphney Ford, Project RISE, 954-262-5756
Email : fdaphney@nova.edu
Url: http://www.nova.edu/projectrise
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Youth Support Meeting (6:00 PM)
Organization Name: Miami Children's Initiative Developing strategies to support youth to become successful adults. NFL Center 7090 NW 22nd Avenue Miami
Contact Info : Jean Logan, 305-343-2492
Email : jean@strategicpartners-fl.com
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