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May 2008
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Upcoming Events

The Annual Jingle Down Main Street 5K Run Is This Saturday

Date & Time: Saturday 11/29/08, 8:00 a.m.
Location: Main Street, Miami Lakes

Jingle Down Main StreetThe Town of Miami Lakes and the Miami Lakes Chamber of Commerce would like to invite everyone to participate on this great event. Bring your co-workers, family and friends.

This event will be timed with the Brand New Chrono Track Timing System using D-Tag Technology. Participants will receive their race number with the D-Tag attached to the bib.

Entry fee is $30. Raceday registration starts at 6:00 a.m. For additional information and to register online visit www.splitsecondtiming.com.

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Next Meeting Scheduled for December 3. Reserve Today!

Date & Time: Wednesday 12/3/08, 11:30 a.m.
Location: Don Shula's Hotel, Main Street

Michael Pizzi, Town of Miami Lakes MayorOn Wednesday December 3rd, join us for our monthly meeting at Don Shula's Hotel on Main Street. Our guest speaker is the newly elected Town of Miami Lakes Mayor Michael Pizzi. Live performance by the Barbara Goleman Jazz Band.

After his speech Mayor Pizzi will introduce Congressmen Lincoln Diaz-Balart and Mario Diaz-Balart who will be in attendance at our December Luncheon and will address the membership, as well.

Mayor Michael Pizzi has served almost eight years as Town Councilman for Miami Lakes, after previously serving on the Community Council. He has been a resident of Miami Lakes for over 15 years where he runs his law office, performing both criminal and civil litigation. On October 7, 2008 he was elected as Mayor for the Town of Miami Lakes.

US Coast Guard Captain Richard M. (Rick) KeninAlso speaking at the December meeting will be US Coast Guard Captain Richard M. (Rick) Kenin. Captain Kenin currently serves as the 32nd Commanding Officer of Coast Guard Air Station Miami. His personal military decorations include the Legion of Merit, where he led the most comprehensive fundamental reorganization of the Coast Guard Headquarters since World War II., the Meritorious Service Medal and the Coast Guard Commendation Medal, as well as various unit and service decorations.

Networking starts at 11:30 a.m., lunch at 12 noon. Please reserve early to assure a spot. Kindly note that those who RSVP and are unable to attend will be billed for the luncheon.

Lunch Admission:
$25 for members, and their guests who RSVP
$30 for members, and their guests who do not RSVP (Walk-Ins)
$35 for non members (Cash only)

For more information on this or any other Miami Lakes Chamber event, please contact Marta Diaz at 305-556-2212 or email mdiaz@miamilakeschamber.com.

Oh La La Ladies Night Out

Date & Time: Thursday 12/4/08, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Location: Oh La La Hair Colour & Spa, 15420 NW 77th Court, Miami Lakes

Oh La La Colour & Medi SpaBring a friend and start the holiday season with a night of fun and relaxation! Join Oh La La for 2 hours of soothing spa luxuries and indulgent salon services, while enjoying music, wine & hors d'oeuvres. For $25, guests can choose to receive a number of spa and salon services. More

RSVP is required as the guest count will be limited to a comfortable number. Call (305) 556-0706 or e-mail ohlalaspa@bellsouth.net.

PSN Town Center to Host "Rockin' Holiday Festival"

Date & Time: Saturday 12/20/08, 11:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Location: PSN Town Center, 17690 NW 78th Ave., Miami FL 33015

The Rockin' Holiday Festival is the first winter holiday event in the PSN Town Center, but will definitely not be the last. Snow laced landscape, big holiday trees, bright lights, and arts and crafts from local schools, are among the elements that will comprise the Winter Wonderland.

For those in search of tasty treats to feed their holiday spirit, many different types of food will be available during the event. The First Beef O'Bradys Nuclear Spicy Wing Contest will also take place at the Festival and is an adult (18 and over) only event. Brave moms and dads will turn as red as Rudolf as they compete to win some much needed cash for this holiday shopping season. More

For more information visit www.PSNTownCenter.com. For Wing Contest registration call 305-926-2332; booth purchases call 786.271.5278.

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Help Us Distribute the Miami Lakes Chamber Directories

If you would like to Distribute the MLCC Chamber Directory (FREE) in your place of business to your customers, please contact manager@miamilakeschamber.com. It is good for your business and other businesses will do the same for you.

FRAMED Miami Lakes Print Limited EditionTown of Miami Lakes Limited Edition Art
For Sale

The Chamber is selling Miami Lakes Limited Signed Edition Prints for only $100 each. If you would like to obtain one of these unique prints please mail your check to 7333 Miami Lakes Drive, PMB #222, Miami Lakes FL 33014 or contact Marta Diaz at manager@miamilakeschamber.com. Please make the check payable to The Miami Lakes Chamber and you will receive your FRAMED print at the luncheon. Make sure to RSVP to attend the Luncheon.

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Hotel Indigo Miami Lakes... Opening Soon!!

Special rates for Miami Lakes Chamber of Commerce Members. For more information on rates and amenities, contact Adriana Simon at 305-318-2883 or e-mail: asimon@hotelequities.com.

Send your contact information via e-mail for a chance to win a weekend getaway! For reservations call today at 305-556-0100 or 1-866-2indigo. More

Oh La La Gift Certificates for the Holidays

With the Holidays around the corner, this is the perfect opportunity to show your employees that you appreciate them for all their hard work. A gift certificate for a day of pampering would help them relax and rejuvenate. Gift certificates are also great for employee incentive programs and great to give as gifts to your valued clients. Special corporate rates for multiple gift certificates.

For more details call Gloria at 305-556-0706 or visit www.ohlalahair.com.

Purchase a 75th FedEx Orange Bowl and FedEx BCS National Championship Package Now!

75th FedEx Orange BowlAs a Miami Lakes Chamber member, the Orange Bowl Committee is pleased to extend an exclusive opportunity to you to purchase ticket packages including both the 75th FedEx Orange Bowl on January 1st and the 2009 FedEx BCS National Championship on January 8th at Dolphin Stadium. Come be a part of an Orange Bowl Festival unlike any other in the thrilling 75 year history of one of Florida's original sports organizations, when two electrifying college football championships take place, including the crowning of the 2008 National Champion. Executive Suites are also available for both games.

To take advantage of this unique opportunity, contact the Orange Bowl Committee Ticket Sales Office at 305-341-4701. First come, first served. Quantities are limited. Please reference your Miami Lakes Chamber membership when speaking to a ticket agent.

Save time and money on all your office supply needs!

The Miami Lakes Chamber Office Depot program helps you save money on the products you use everyday. Why spend more than you have to? When you compare prices, there's no denying Office Depot can help you improve your bottom line. Members save up to 70% off the list price!! Once the card used to purchase is registered with Office Depot discounts are given each time of purchase.

Complete and fax the Registration Form to join this program.

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Apple Air Inc. Membership Discount Offer

As a Miami Lakes Chamber of Commerce member, Apple Air Inc is offering you a FREE home or office inspection of your air conditioning system. Just call 305-823-3610 and mention the Miami Lakes Chamber when you make your appointment. Locally owned and operated since 1996, Apple Air Inc. is licensed to install, repair and maintain both residential and commercial air conditioning equipment. For more details contact Peter Hassall at 305-823-3610 or appleairinc@hotmail.com.

Shula's Hotel Offers Special Rates

Shula's Hotel & Golf ClubShula's Hotel & Golf Club is pleased to offer Miami Lakes Chamber Members a special promotional rate for business travelers, family & friends. Simply call their reservations desk at 305-820-8100 or 1-800-247-4852 or e-mail your request to reservations@donshulahotel.com and be sure to request the Miami Lakes Chamber Member rates. More

For request additional information contact Maria Pellitero at 305-820-8053 or maria.pellitero@donshulahotel.com.

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Miami Lakes Chamber Official Health Insurance Providers

We would like to help our chamber members with information of companies that can help them obtain health insurance. Any chamber member needing health insurance can contact the companies below for quotations on their health insurance needs.

Benny Hevia, Omega Retirement & Insurance Services
T: 305 556 4000
E: bhevia@omegaretirement.com

Eberto Potts, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida/Adcahb
T: 786-897-5994
E: e_potts@bellsouth.net

Members wanting to post news about their business of general interest to all members or wanting to hold an open house please contact the Chamber at manager@miamilakeschamber.com.

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