North Miami-Fall 2012 _Layout 1 - City of North Miami
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<strong>North</strong> <strong>Miami</strong>-<strong>Fall</strong> <strong>2012</strong> _<strong>Layout</strong> 1 9/5/12 10:58 AM Page 1<br />
FALL <strong>2012</strong><br />
People<br />
Healthy<br />
Places<br />
Healthy<br />
LOOK INSIDE for more......
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Inside<br />
WHATS<br />
3 LOCATIONS AND RENTAL INFORMATION<br />
4 RECREATION PROGRAMS<br />
5 RECREATION PROGRAM / TENNIS<br />
6 AQUATICS / SPECIAL EVENTS<br />
7 ACTIVE ADULT PROGRAMS / UPCOMING 2013<br />
General Information<br />
1. Payments may be made by Money Order, Cashiers Check or<br />
Personal Check (Driver’s license required for Personal Checks). For<br />
Facility Rentals, Personal Checks will not be accepted within 45<br />
days <strong>of</strong> event date. Payment may be made by credit card with<br />
on-line registrations (Subject to Convenience Fee).<br />
2. Refund Policies<br />
General: Our policy is to provide a 100% refund for anyone who<br />
submits a written request to the administrative <strong>of</strong>fice prior to the<br />
start <strong>of</strong> an activity. Any written refund requests received after<br />
the first day <strong>of</strong> an activity will be processed with a $20<br />
administrative fee. After the third day <strong>of</strong> an activity, there will be<br />
no refunds. There will be no refunds issued for materials or<br />
supplies purchased for an activity. This policy does not apply to<br />
one day programs, athletic leagues, special events, adult trips<br />
or facility rentals.<br />
One Day Programs, Athletic Leagues and Special Events: Our<br />
policy is to provide a 100% refund to anyone who submits a<br />
written request to the administrative <strong>of</strong>fice a minimum <strong>of</strong> one<br />
week prior to the start <strong>of</strong> an activity. No refunds will be granted<br />
within a week <strong>of</strong> an activity.<br />
Adult Trips: Cancellation requests must be received by the<br />
administrative <strong>of</strong>fice a minimum <strong>of</strong> three days prior to the trip. A<br />
credit will be applied to your account for use towards a future<br />
trip or activity. No refunds will be granted within three days <strong>of</strong><br />
the trip.<br />
Facility Rentals: Please refer to the facility rental application or<br />
call the <strong>of</strong>fice for details.<br />
3. Pro<strong>of</strong> <strong>of</strong> Residency - Pro<strong>of</strong> <strong>of</strong> residency is required to receive the<br />
resident rate. (<strong>City</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>North</strong> <strong>Miami</strong> water bill or FPL bill.)<br />
4. Registration Policy - A Birth Certificate is required for each child<br />
registered. Additionally, only parents and legal guardians are<br />
permitted to register their children. Parents must show valid<br />
identification at the time <strong>of</strong> registration.<br />
5. Returned Check Policy - For each returned check, the <strong>City</strong> will<br />
assess a service fee <strong>of</strong> $20, pursuant to Florida Statute 166.251,<br />
1991. No payment by check shall be accepted if a returned check<br />
was received from an individual’s bank during the past 24 months.<br />
6. Availability <strong>of</strong> Space - All activities, programs and facilities are<br />
first-come, first-serve. Each program/activity session must be<br />
registered for in advance. Activities with multiple sessions can be<br />
registered for one session at a time or a combination <strong>of</strong> all sessions<br />
at once. Facilities must be reserved at least 15 days in advance.<br />
* Dates, times and fees subject to change. Mail-in or Drop Box registrations are<br />
not permitted!<br />
PARKS & RECREATION<br />
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF<br />
JEFF GEIMER<br />
DIRECTOR OF PARKS & RECREATION<br />
LAURA VAN DE VEN<br />
ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR<br />
RECREATION DIVISION<br />
ERNIE RAMOS<br />
RECREATION SUPERINTENDENT<br />
ANDREA A. RAMOS<br />
RECREATION SUPERVISOR<br />
SPECIAL EVENTS AND MARKETING<br />
KHALID SALAHUDDIN<br />
RECREATION SUPERVISOR<br />
ATHLETICS AND FACILITIES<br />
ANNALISA WALKER<br />
RECREATION SUPERVISOR<br />
COMMUNITY CENTERS AND AQUATICS<br />
BOBBY WATSON<br />
RECREATION SPECIALIST<br />
YOUTH ATHLETICS AND STADIUM<br />
PARKS DIVISION<br />
KEITH MILLER<br />
PARKS SUPERINTENDENT<br />
RON JACKSON<br />
PARKS COORDINATOR<br />
FACILITY MAINTENANCE<br />
ROGER MUSEAU<br />
PARKS COORDINATOR<br />
LANDSCAPING AND RIGHTS-OF-WAYS<br />
DARRELL PAYNE<br />
PARKS COORDINATOR<br />
TREES AND ATHLETIC FIELDS<br />
CARLOS FIGUEROA<br />
CLERICAL TECHNICIAN<br />
CITY COUNCIL<br />
ANDRE D. PIERRE, Esq.<br />
MAYOR<br />
MICHAEL R. BLYNN, Esq.<br />
COUNCILMAN<br />
SCOTT GALVIN<br />
COUNCILMAN<br />
JEAN R. MARCELLUS<br />
COUNCILMAN<br />
MARIE ERLANDE STERIL<br />
COUNCILWOMAN<br />
MICHAEL A. ETIENNE, Esq.<br />
CITY CLERK<br />
STEPHEN E. JOHNSON<br />
CITY MANAGER<br />
REGINE M. MONESTIME, Esq.<br />
CITY ATTORNEY<br />
PARKS & RECREATION<br />
COMMISSION<br />
NANCY K. BLOOM<br />
CHAIRPERSON<br />
KAREN DELEON<br />
PARLIAMENTARIAN<br />
RICHARD CUMBERLAND<br />
EVENS HENRY<br />
ENOCH MILIEN<br />
EDUARDO A. MOLLINER<br />
CHARLES NACIVRE<br />
MARTINE SAINT-AIME<br />
LUCIE TONDREAU<br />
The <strong>City</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>North</strong> <strong>Miami</strong> does not<br />
discriminate on the basis <strong>of</strong><br />
disability in the admission, access<br />
to, treatment, or employment in its<br />
programs and activities.<br />
*Program times, fees & information<br />
are subject to change.<br />
Comcast Cable subscribers that live in the <strong>City</strong> <strong>of</strong><br />
<strong>North</strong> <strong>Miami</strong> can tune into the <strong>North</strong> <strong>Miami</strong><br />
community information channel on Ch. 77<br />
ABOUT THE COVER<br />
Cover designed by Romax Communications<br />
Cover photo by Paul Stoppi, www.stoppi.net<br />
The Joe Celestin Center (1525 NW 135 Street) is a 20,000 square foot facility that contains<br />
a multipurpose room, computer lab, arts and craft room, game room and the <strong>City</strong>’s first<br />
gymnasium. Initial programming at the Center will include various arts and craft classes,<br />
basketball, computer classes, fitness classes and volleyball. The Center will also be available<br />
for rent to host your social and sporting events. We look forward to having you visit our<br />
newest facility.<br />
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Note: If you wish to conveniently register<br />
online and you do not have an account with<br />
us, you (Parents and/or Guardians) must<br />
first come to the Parks and Recreation<br />
administrative <strong>of</strong>fice with pro<strong>of</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>North</strong><br />
<strong>Miami</strong> Residency (utility bill) and Birth<br />
Certificate (s) to set up your account.<br />
Register Online at:<br />
northmiamifl.gov/parks<br />
Register for all programs at:<br />
CITY OF NORTH MIAMI<br />
PARKS & RECREATION DEPT.<br />
12300 NE 8 Avenue<br />
<strong>North</strong> <strong>Miami</strong>, FL 33161<br />
305.895.9840
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LOCATIONS AND RENTAL INFORMATION<br />
CENTERS<br />
PARK FACILITIES<br />
RENTAL FACILITIES<br />
CLYDE W. JUDSON, JR.<br />
COMMUNITY CENTER<br />
12100 NW 16 Avenue<br />
305.688.6185<br />
GRIFFING COMMUNITY CENTER<br />
12220 Griffing Boulevard<br />
305.893.3771<br />
Meri Cena<br />
Recreation Leader II<br />
GWEN MARGOLIS<br />
COMMUNITY CENTER<br />
1590 NE 123 Street<br />
305.981.1518<br />
JOE CELESTIN CENTER<br />
1525 NW 135 Street<br />
305.953.3080<br />
Ernst Baptiste<br />
Recreation Specialist<br />
KEYSTONE COMMUNITY CENTER<br />
13050 Ixora Court<br />
305.893.0521<br />
SUNKIST GROVE<br />
COMMUNITY CENTER<br />
12500 NW 13 Avenue<br />
305.685.5461<br />
Maurice Laguerre<br />
Recreation Leader II<br />
TOT-LOTS<br />
ALFRED BESADE PARK<br />
11825 NE 19 Drive<br />
BREEZESWEPT TOT-LOT<br />
12501 NE 2 Avenue<br />
ENCHANTED FOREST<br />
TOT-LOT<br />
1725 NE 135 Street<br />
JOSEPH WEIL TOT-LOT<br />
AT KEYSTONE PARK<br />
13050 Ixora Court<br />
KIWANIS TOT-LOT<br />
12100 NW 16 Avenue<br />
NORTH MIAMI TOT-LOT<br />
Opa-Locka Boulevard<br />
at NW 2 Avenue<br />
PEPPER PARK TOT-LOT<br />
1255 NW 135 Street<br />
ROTARY - OVERBROOK<br />
SHORES TOT-LOT AT<br />
ALHAMBRA HEIGHTS<br />
200 NW 123 Street<br />
SUNKIST GROVE<br />
TOT-LOT<br />
12500 NW 13 Avenue<br />
NORTH MIAMI<br />
ATHLETIC STADIUM<br />
2555 NE 151 Street<br />
305.895.9840<br />
Bobby Watson<br />
Recreation Specialist<br />
BEN FRANKLIN PARK<br />
13400 NW 12 Avenue<br />
305.685.1383<br />
Anthony Garcia<br />
Recreation Specialist<br />
CAGNI PARK<br />
13498 NE 8 Avenue<br />
305.895.9840<br />
Anthony Garcia<br />
Recreation Specialist<br />
CLAUDE PEPPER PARK<br />
1255 NW 135 Street<br />
305.685.2265<br />
Eddie Milanese<br />
Recreation Specialist<br />
TENNIS<br />
PENNY SUGARMAN<br />
TENNIS CENTER<br />
1795 San Souci Boulevard<br />
13 Lighted Courts<br />
305.893.7130<br />
Ross Dubins<br />
Tennis Pro<br />
PEPPER PARK TENNIS CENTER<br />
1355 NW 135 Street<br />
12 Lighted Courts<br />
305.687.2298<br />
Paul Johnson<br />
Tennis Pro<br />
POOL<br />
THOMAS SASSO POOL &<br />
WATER PLAYGROUND<br />
1100 NW 125 Street<br />
305.681.0701<br />
Gary Paulino<br />
Aquatics Specialist<br />
ENCHANTED FOREST<br />
ELAINE GORDON PARK<br />
1725 NE 135 Street<br />
Office Phone: 305.895.1119<br />
Lola Heasley<br />
Park Naturalist<br />
JAYCEE PARK<br />
14195 NE 16 Court<br />
KEYSTONE PARK<br />
BOBBY HAMER FIELD<br />
13050 Ixora Court<br />
KIWANIS PARK<br />
12100 NW 16 Avenue<br />
NORTH BAYSHORE<br />
WILLIAM LEHMAN PARK<br />
12220 <strong>North</strong> Bayshore Drive<br />
OLEANDER PARK<br />
12100 NW 13 Avenue<br />
VETERANS MEMORIAL<br />
AT GRIFFING PARK<br />
NE 123 Street &<br />
West Dixie Highway<br />
POINTS OF<br />
INTEREST<br />
NORTH MIAMI<br />
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE<br />
13100 West Dixie Highway<br />
305.891.7811<br />
NORTH MIAMI LIBRARY<br />
835 NE 132 Street<br />
305.891.5535<br />
NORTH MIAMI POLICE<br />
700 NE 124 Street<br />
305.891.0294<br />
PARKS OPERATION CENTER<br />
12181 NE 13 Avenue<br />
305.891.9334<br />
The following holidays will be observed during the <strong>2012</strong> calendar year<br />
(<strong>City</strong> parks will be open; <strong>City</strong> facilities will be closed.)<br />
Sun. Nov. 11 Veterans Day<br />
Thurs. Nov. 22 Thanksgiving<br />
Mon Dec. 24 Christmas Eve<br />
For information on available<br />
dates and rental fees for the<br />
following centers, contact the<br />
Parks & Recreation Department<br />
at 305.895.9840<br />
CLYDE W. JUDSON, JR.<br />
COMMUNITY CENTER<br />
Maximum capacity: 40 people<br />
GRIFFING COMMUNITY CENTER<br />
Maximum capacity: 75 people<br />
GWEN MARGOLIS<br />
COMMUNITY CENTER<br />
Maximum capacity: 200 people<br />
JOE CELESTIN CENTER<br />
Maximum capacity:<br />
Multi Purpose Room: 70 people<br />
Gym - Banquets: 250 people<br />
Gym - Athletics: 300 people<br />
SUNKIST GROVE<br />
COMMUNITY CENTER<br />
Maximum capacity: 100 people<br />
PARK PICNIC<br />
SHELTERS<br />
For information on available dates<br />
and rental fees, contact the Parks &<br />
Recreation Department at<br />
305.895.9840<br />
Available for meetings, parties, etc.<br />
ALFRED BESADE PARK<br />
11825 NE 19 Drive<br />
CLAUDE PEPPER PARK<br />
1255 NW 135 Street<br />
ELAINE GORDON<br />
ENCHANTED FOREST PARK<br />
1725 NE 135 Street<br />
Tues. Dec. 25 Christmas<br />
Mon. Dec. 31 New Year’s Eve<br />
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R ecreation Programs<br />
Keystone<br />
Community Center<br />
13050 Ixora Court<br />
305.893.0521 • Ages: 6 - 14<br />
One Week Sessions<br />
Session #1 December 24 - December 28, <strong>2012</strong><br />
Session #2 December 31 - January 4, 2013<br />
Fees Per Session<br />
$80 Residents / $100 Non-Residents<br />
Fee includes: all trips, activities, daily snack and related transportation.<br />
No Camp December 25, <strong>2012</strong> & January 1, 2013<br />
**Extended camp hours available<br />
Camp Hours<br />
Monday 8:00 am - 2:00 pm<br />
Wednesday thru Friday 8:00 am - 6:00 pm<br />
** Additional fee required<br />
For more information please call: 305.895.9840<br />
TEENS IN ACTION<br />
Griffing Community Center<br />
12220 Griffing Blvd. • 305.893.3771 • Ages: 13 - 17<br />
POETRY NIGHT<br />
2nd & 4th Monday 5:00 - 7:45 pm<br />
Express yourself! Share your poetry with us.<br />
BAKING & MOVIE NIGHT<br />
4th Wednesday 4:30 - 7:30 pm<br />
Come bake with us and watch a movie!<br />
GAME NIGHT<br />
1st & 3rd Wednesday 3:30 - 7:30 pm<br />
Come out for an evening <strong>of</strong> games.<br />
KARAOKE OPEN MIC NIGHT<br />
2nd & 4th Thursday 5:00 - 7:00 pm<br />
Share your talent in the company <strong>of</strong> your peers.<br />
AFTERSCHOOL TUTORING<br />
PROGRAM<br />
Sunkist Grove Community Center<br />
12500 NW 13 Avenue • 305.685.5461<br />
Grades: K - 8<br />
Hours: Mon. - Fri. 2:00 - 6:00 pm throughout School Year<br />
Fees: $20 Residents / $25 Non-Residents<br />
No program on:<br />
<strong>2012</strong>: 9/3, 9/17, 9/26, 10/26, 11/6, 11/12, 11/22, 11/23, 12/24 - 12/31<br />
2013: 1/1 - 1/4, 1/18, 1/21, 2/1, 2/18, 3/22, 3/25 - 3/29, 5/27, 6/7<br />
S.A.C. YOUTH BASKETBALL<br />
TRAINING PROGRAM<br />
Joe Celestin Center<br />
1525 NW 135 Street • 305.895.9840<br />
Ages: 7 - 14<br />
Hours: Monday & Wednesday 6:15 - 7:30 pm<br />
Fees: $60 Residents / $80 Non-Residents<br />
October 8 - November 21, <strong>2012</strong><br />
(No Program: 10/31 and 11/12)<br />
Off season training to prepare for<br />
Basketball season.<br />
BALLET<br />
Keystone Community Center<br />
13050 Ixora Court<br />
$60 Residents / $80 Non-Residents<br />
Session #1 August 27 - October 22, <strong>2012</strong><br />
(No Class: Sept. 3, <strong>2012</strong>)<br />
Session #2 October 29 - December 17, <strong>2012</strong><br />
(No Class: Nov. 12, <strong>2012</strong>)<br />
Pre-School (Ages 3 - 4 years 5 mo.) Mon. 4:45 - 5:45 pm<br />
Kinder (Ages 4-1/2 - 5 years) Mon. 5:45 - 6:45 pm<br />
Advanced (Ages 10 - 16 years) Mon. 6:45 - 7:45 pm<br />
Session #1 August 30 - October 18, <strong>2012</strong><br />
Session #2 October 25 - December 20, <strong>2012</strong><br />
(No Class: November 12, <strong>2012</strong>)<br />
PEE WEE SOCCER<br />
Keystone Community Center<br />
13050 Ixora Court<br />
Ages: 3 - 5 years<br />
Fees: $60 Residents / $80 Non-Residents<br />
October 8 - November 21, <strong>2012</strong> • Mon. & Wed. 6:00 - 7:15 pm<br />
(No Program: 10/31 and 11/12)<br />
NO REGISTRATION WILL BE TAKEN ON-SITE!<br />
Pre-School (Ages 3 - 4 years 5 mo.) Thurs. 4:45 - 5:45 pm<br />
Primary (Ages 6 - 9 years) Thurs. 5:45 - 6:45 pm<br />
Register at 12300 NE 8 Avenue or online at: northmiamifl.gov/parks<br />
For more information please call: 305.895.9840 SPACE IS LIMITED!<br />
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YOUTH SOCCER<br />
Ben Franklin Park • 13400 NW 12 Ave.<br />
$90 Residents / $110 Non-Residents<br />
$30 uniform fee included. Participants keep uniforms.<br />
September 10 - December 8, <strong>2012</strong><br />
(No Program: Oct. 31, Nov. 12, 19-22)<br />
Coed - Juniors Tues. & Thurs.<br />
Ages: 5-10 1/2 • 6:00 - 7:30 pm<br />
Coed - Seniors Mon., Tues. & Thurs.<br />
Ages: 10 1/2 -14 1/2 • 6:00 - 8:00 pm<br />
Girls - Juniors Mon. & Wed.<br />
Ages: 5-10 • 6:00 - 7:30 pm<br />
GROWING UP GREEN<br />
Enchanted Forest - Elaine Gordon Park<br />
1725 NE 135 Street • 305.895.1119<br />
Grades: 3 to 5<br />
Hours: 3:00 - 4:00 pm, Wednesdays<br />
Per Session - $30 Residents / $50 Non-Residents<br />
September 5 - 26<br />
October 17 - November 14<br />
(No Class: October 31)<br />
November 28 - December 19<br />
USTA JUNIOR MEMBERSHIPS<br />
We recommend players become USTA members. Membership<br />
cost is $19/year and entitles you to receive monthly magazines,<br />
a membership card and allows players to play in USTA<br />
sanctioned tournaments as well as the USTA Jr. Team Tennis.<br />
WINTER TENNIS CAMP<br />
Ages: 4 - 16 years<br />
December 24 - December 28, <strong>2012</strong><br />
$120 Per Week or $35 Per Day<br />
PENNY SUGARMAN TENNIS CENTER<br />
1795 Sans Souci Boulevard<br />
Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 2:00 pm<br />
(No Class: Dec. 25, <strong>2012</strong>)<br />
Come out and join us on our blue courts this winter<br />
with our expert instructors. Learn proper tennis<br />
techniques along with a variety <strong>of</strong> fun and games.<br />
Campers are grouped by age and ability.<br />
T ennis<br />
PENNY SUGARMAN TENNIS CENTER<br />
1795 Sans Souci Blvd. • 305.893.7130 • Ross Dubins, Tennis Pro<br />
TINY TOT TENNIS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 6 years<br />
$14 Residents / $15 Non-Residents / Group Lesson<br />
$72 Residents / $82 Non-Residents / 6 Group Lessons<br />
Sat. 9:30 - 10:30 am<br />
Mon., Wed., & Fri. 3:30 - 4:30 pm<br />
AFTER SCHOOL TENNIS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 14 years<br />
$14 Residents / $15 Non-Residents / Group Lesson<br />
$72 Residents / $82 Non-Residents / 6 Group Lessons<br />
Mon. - Fri. 4:30 - 5:30 pm<br />
MEN’S TENNIS FOR HARD HITTERS . . . . . . . . Adults<br />
$18 Residents / $20 Non-Residents / Group Lesson<br />
$90 Residents / $96 Non-Residents / 6 Group Lessons<br />
Sat. 10:30 am - 12:00 pm<br />
Mon., Tues., Wed. 7:00 - 8:30 pm<br />
TENNIS FOR LIFE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Adults<br />
$18 Residents / $20 Non-Residents / Group Lesson<br />
$90 Residents / $96 Non-Residents / 6 Group Lessons<br />
Wed. & Thurs. 7:00 - 8:30 pm<br />
MEN’S & WOMEN’S INTERMEDIATE . . . . . . . . . Adults<br />
$18 Residents / $20 Non-Residents / Group Lesson<br />
$90 Residents / $96 Non-Residents / 6 Group Lessons<br />
Mon. - Fri. 9:00 - 10:30 am<br />
ADVANCED JUNIOR DRILL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 14 years<br />
$20 Residents / $22 Non-Residents / Group Lesson<br />
$100 Residents / $110 Non-Residents / 6 Group Lessons<br />
Tue. & Thurs. 5:00 - 6:30 pm<br />
BEGINNING, INTERMEDIATE & ADVANCED 7 - 14 years<br />
$14 Residents / $15 Non-Residents / Group Lesson<br />
$72 Residents / $82 Non-Residents / 6 Group Lessons<br />
Sat. - Beginning or Intermediate 11:30 am - 12:30 pm<br />
Sun. - Intermediate or Advanced 11:30 am - 12:30 pm<br />
PRIVATE LESSONS<br />
$30 for each ½ hour lesson; $55 for each 1 hour lesson;<br />
$260 for 10 ½ hour lessons<br />
Call the tennis center for an appointment.<br />
Registration for the 6 clinics has to be used in 7 weeks.<br />
JOHNSON MULTICULTURAL TENNIS CENTER<br />
Pepper Park Tennis Program • 1355 NW 135 Street<br />
Paul Johnson, Tennis Pro - 786.218.6080<br />
BEGINNING-INTERMEDIATE<br />
$14 Residents / $15 Non-Residents / Group Lesson<br />
$72 Residents / $82 Non-Residents / 6 Group Lessons<br />
August 20 - December 21<br />
Mon., Wed., Fri. 5:30 - 7:00 pm; Sat. 10:00 - 11:30 am<br />
HIGH PERFORMANCE / ADVANCED<br />
Advanced players play 5 times per week<br />
$18 Residents / $20 Non-Residents / Group Lesson<br />
$90 Residents / $96 Non-Residents / 6 Group Lessons<br />
August 20 - December 21<br />
Mon. - Thur. 5:30 - 8:00 pm and Sat. 10:00 am - 1:00 pm<br />
ADULT CLASSES<br />
$18 Per Session - Group Lesson (1 hour)<br />
$30 Per Session - Private Lesson (1 hour)<br />
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A quatics<br />
SASSO POOL<br />
1100 NW 125 Street • 305.681.0701<br />
SWIMMING LESSONS<br />
Fees: $35 Residents (Per Session) / $50 Non-Residents (Per Session)<br />
Weekday<br />
Session #1 . . . . Aug. 28 - Sept. 7<br />
Session #2 . . . Sept. 11 - Sept. 21<br />
Session #3. . . . . Sept. 25 - Oct. 5<br />
Weekend<br />
Session #1 . . . . Sept. 1 - Sept. 23<br />
PRESCHOOL WATER FUN ..........Ages: 3 - 5 years<br />
Tuesday - Friday 4:30 - 5:00 pm<br />
Saturday and Sunday 10:15 - 10:45 am<br />
Geared for preschool age children emphasizing water adjustment, breath<br />
control, floating and basic arm and leg movements. Children will be<br />
screened and grouped. Birth Certificate is required.<br />
BEGINNER SWIM LESSONS . . . . . .Ages: 6 - 14 years<br />
Tuesday - Friday 5:00 - 5:30 pm<br />
Saturday and Sunday 10:50 - 11:20 am<br />
Class is designed to allow participants to adjust to the water. Skills taught<br />
include prone glide, back float and basic arm and leg movements.<br />
ADVANCED BEGINNER* . . . . . . . . . . .Ages: 6 - 14 years<br />
Saturday and Sunday 10:15 - 10:45 am<br />
Students continue to work on skills taught in Beginner class as well as learn<br />
additional swimming strokes, proper technique and basic water safety.<br />
INTERMEDIATE* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ages: 6 - 14 years<br />
Saturday and Sunday 11:30 am - 12:00 pm<br />
Students who have successfully completed the Advanced Beginner<br />
course get the opportunity to perfect strokes, develop good technique and<br />
demonstrate prolonged endurance and survival skills in the water.<br />
ADVANCED* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ages: 6 - 14 years<br />
Saturday and Sunday 11:30 am - 12:00 pm<br />
Class will the coordination <strong>of</strong> strokes. Participants will improve their<br />
performance <strong>of</strong> all the strokes and increase their distance.<br />
ADULT SWIM LESSONS<br />
Fees: $4 Residents / $5 Non-Residents<br />
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 5:00 - 5:30 pm<br />
(classes ongoing)<br />
Learn to swim or improve your swim skills.<br />
NOTE: (*) must have instructor approval<br />
For more information call: 305.895.9840<br />
now <strong>of</strong>fering….<br />
Session #4. . . . . . Oct. 9 - Oct. 19<br />
Session #5 . . . . . Oct. 23 - Nov. 2<br />
Session #2. . . . Sept. 29 - Oct. 21<br />
JOE CELESTIN<br />
CENTER<br />
NEW!!<br />
• Fitness Classes • Arts and Crafts<br />
• Open Gym for • Computer Lab Hours<br />
Basketball & Volleyball • Gameroom Fun<br />
Call 305.953.3080 for<br />
more information.<br />
S pecial events<br />
HALLOWEEN HAUNTED TRAILS &<br />
KIDS FUN ZONE<br />
Annual Gated Event<br />
Where: Enchanted Forest Elaine Gordon Park<br />
1725 NE 135 Street<br />
When: Friday, October 26<br />
Time: 7 – 11 pm<br />
Price: $5 per person or Family Pack: $20 (receive 5 tickets)<br />
Come out to enjoy our famous haunted trails and hay ride along with fun at the kids zone<br />
with great activities from Goodi-Bag Entertainment, Food available for purchase by the<br />
local Food Trucks, music and ghoulish entertainment.Volunteers/Actors needed (high<br />
school seniors and older). Volunteer Training Session Required. Call 305.895.9840 to<br />
RSVP and reserve your spot!<br />
VETERANS DAY CEREMONY<br />
When: Sunday, November 11 at 10 am<br />
Where: Griffing Park, Veterans Tribute Tower<br />
NE 123 Street & West Dixie Highway<br />
38 TH ANNUAL WINTERNATIONAL<br />
THANKSGIVING DAY PARADE<br />
Theme: The American Spirit<br />
When: Thursday, November 22 at 10 am<br />
Where: Starts at NE 6 Avenue & runs east along NE 125 Street to<br />
NE 12 Avenue. Stage Areas: NE 6, 8, and 10 Avenues<br />
This year will be an exciting year with award winning bands, all competing for the<br />
title <strong>of</strong> “Best Band” <strong>of</strong> our parade, dance groups, Radio Disney, pr<strong>of</strong>essional floats,<br />
community groups and much more! So come out on Thanksgiving morning and join<br />
us – you will have plenty <strong>of</strong> time for your family dinner. Volunteers needed.<br />
TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY FEATURING<br />
ZAMBELLI FIREWORKS LIGHT UP NORTH MIAMI<br />
When: Thurs., November 29 at 6 pm<br />
Where: MOCA Plaza • 770 NE 125 Street<br />
Enjoy holiday music, storytelling and dance as we<br />
light up <strong>North</strong> <strong>Miami</strong>’s downtown plaza!<br />
Note: Vendor space and sponsorship opportunities available for all<br />
events. Call 305.895.9840 for details or visit northmiamifl.gov/celebrate<br />
• Shop Local Produce<br />
• Weekly Food Demos<br />
• Check Out the<br />
“Item <strong>of</strong> the Week”<br />
Farmers<br />
Market<br />
Every Thursday, rain or shine year-round<br />
11 am - 5 pm (except the month <strong>of</strong> September)<br />
MOCA Plaza, 770 NE 125 Street<br />
northmiamifarmersmarket@about.me<br />
• Enjoy Healthy Lunches<br />
• Natural Products<br />
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A ctive adult programs<br />
GRIFFING COMMUNITY<br />
CENTER<br />
12220 Griffing Blvd.<br />
Yearly membership required*<br />
Residents FREE / Non-Residents $20<br />
You may register at Griffing Center or<br />
The Parks & Recreation Office<br />
12300 NE 8 Avenue • 305.895.9840<br />
CANVAS PAINTING CLASS<br />
Fee: $16 - 8 classes<br />
Fridays 10:00 am - 12:00 pm<br />
October 5 - November 30<br />
(No Class: November 23)<br />
Students will learn how to paint on canvas.<br />
NEW!<br />
CROCHET CLASS<br />
Fee: $14 - 7 classes<br />
Mondays 11:00 am - 1:00 pm<br />
August 27 - October 22<br />
(No Class: September 3, 17, 9/24 class will be on 9/27)<br />
Fee: $16 - 8 classes<br />
October 29 - December 17<br />
Supplies purchased by the participant.<br />
Learn how to crochet and make beautiful ponchos, hats. and more.<br />
JEWELRY CLASS<br />
Fee: $36 - 9 classes<br />
Wednesdays (1st, 3rd & 5th) 11:30 am - 1:30 pm<br />
September 5 - December 19<br />
Class on Sept. 19 will be on Sept. 12<br />
Supplies purchased by the participant.<br />
Learn to bead using stringing and wirework techniques.<br />
NATURE’S ART PAINTING CLASS<br />
Tuesdays or Thursdays 11:00 am - 2:00 pm<br />
Fee: $14 - 6 classes<br />
Session 1: August 28 - October 23<br />
August 30 - October 25<br />
(No class: 9/4, 9/6, 9/11, 9/13, 10/2 & 10/4)<br />
Session 2: November 6 - December 18<br />
November 8 - December 20<br />
(No class: 11/22, 12/4 & 12/6)<br />
Thursday 11/22 class will be made up on 12/4<br />
Learn leaf painting, how to paint on clothing, glass, bottles and more.<br />
PILATES<br />
Fee: $32 - 8 classes or $5 per class<br />
Tuesdays & Fridays 7:00 - 8:00 pm<br />
Session I: September 4 - September 28<br />
Session II: October 2 - October 26<br />
Session IIl: October 30 - November 30<br />
(No Class: November 20 & 23)<br />
CLUBS & GROUPS<br />
CENTRAL HOMEOWNERS<br />
Free open to public: Tuesday, 7:00 pm<br />
Sept. 18, Oct. 16, Nov. 20, Dec. 18<br />
GREEN THUMB GARDEN CLUB<br />
Membership: Thursday, 1:00 - 3:00 pm<br />
Sept. 6, Oct. 4, Nov. 1 & Dec. 6<br />
HEALTH & WELLNESS SEMINAR<br />
Free open to public: Friday, 1:00 - 3:00 pm<br />
Sept. 14, Oct. 12, Nov. 9, Dec. 14<br />
SEW’N SEW QUILTERS & CRAFTERS<br />
Membership: Wednesday, 9:30 am - 12:00 pm • Ongoing<br />
CLYDE W. JUDSON JR.<br />
COMMUNITY CENTER<br />
12100 NW 16 Avenue<br />
FREE CLASSES<br />
COME SPEND YOUR DAY WITH US!<br />
Through: N.A.F.A. (New Alternatives for Adults)<br />
A wide range <strong>of</strong> FREE recreational and<br />
cultural activities are <strong>of</strong>fered to adults<br />
Monday - Friday (on-going)<br />
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM<br />
PLAY CARDS • DOMINOES<br />
CHESS • FITNESS ACTIVITIES<br />
HEALTH SCREENINGS<br />
BASIC COMPUTER CLASSES<br />
SPECIAL FIELD TRIPS • GARDENING<br />
For more information call:<br />
Mario Apollon 305.335.2967<br />
Bus Trips<br />
Transportation Fee: $3.00<br />
Admissions and meals are additional<br />
BAYSIDE MARKETPLACE<br />
Saturday, September 15 - 10:00 am - 5:00 pm<br />
Pickup at 10:00 am from Griffing Center<br />
AUTUMN FESTIVAL OF ORCHIDS<br />
@ THE UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI BANK UNITED CENTER<br />
Saturday, October 6 - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm<br />
Adult & Senior Fee: $10.00<br />
Pickup at 9:00 am from Griffing Center<br />
SAWGRASS MILLS MALL<br />
Saturday, November 17 - 10:00 am - 5:00 pm<br />
Pickup at 10:00 am from Griffing Center<br />
Dine Out Club<br />
Transportation Fee: $3.00<br />
Admissions and meals are additional<br />
September 19 - Flashback Diner<br />
October 10 - Longhorn Steakhouse<br />
November 14 - Smokey Bones<br />
December 12 - Sage Bagel & Deli<br />
2013 Upcoming Programs<br />
Youth Programs<br />
• Youth Basketball<br />
• Youth Soccer<br />
• Peewee Basketball<br />
• Peewee Soccer<br />
• Track & Field<br />
• Tennis<br />
• Ballet<br />
• Afterschool Program<br />
• Spring Break Camp<br />
Registration Available December <strong>2012</strong><br />
Call 305.895.9840 for more information<br />
• Arbor Day<br />
• Spring Egg Hunt<br />
• Earth Day Cleanup<br />
Events<br />
FT. LAUDERDALE DUCK TOUR<br />
Saturday, December 22 - Time: TBA<br />
Adult Fee: $32.00 & Senior Fee: $26.00 W/ID<br />
Pickup TBA<br />
BUS TRIPS & DINE OUT CLUB<br />
Payment required 1 week prior to the trip.<br />
Cancellations must be made 48 hours<br />
prior to the trip.<br />
Pickup location: Griffing Center<br />
Will pickup at Clyde W. Judson Jr. Center,<br />
Sunkist Grove and Gwen Margolis<br />
Community Center upon request.<br />
Adult Programs<br />
• Tennis<br />
• Basketball<br />
• Volleyball<br />
• Griffing Center, Clyde W. Judson Jr. Center &<br />
Joe Celestin Center Active Adult programs<br />
• Kickball - <strong>North</strong> <strong>Miami</strong> Athletic Stadium<br />
www.kickball.com/flnorthmiami<br />
• Dodgeball - Joe Celestin Center<br />
• Men’s Rugby - Ben Franklin Park<br />
www.miamitridentsrugby.com<br />
• Girls and Women’s Field Hockey -<br />
<strong>North</strong> <strong>Miami</strong> Athletic Stadium<br />
www.miamifieldhockey.us<br />
• Haitian Flag Day<br />
• Memorial Day<br />
• July 4th<br />
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Parks and Recreation<br />
12300 NE 8 Avenue<br />
<strong>North</strong> <strong>Miami</strong>, FL 33161<br />
Catch the NoMi Express!<br />
<strong>North</strong> <strong>Miami</strong>’s FREE<br />
Community Bus Service<br />
Buses run on<br />
BIODIESEL fuel,<br />
Foragree<br />
greener ener <strong>North</strong> <strong>Miami</strong><br />
NEW ENHANCED<br />
SERVICES<br />
ES AVAILABLE:<br />
AILABLE<br />
certain routes run until<br />
10 pm, additional route<br />
in the<br />
eafternoon.<br />
See website e for details.<br />
Need a ride to the library ry or <strong>City</strong> Hall?<br />
Take a trip on the NoMi Express.<br />
With four easy routes, this free transit service helps you<br />
reach a variety <strong>of</strong> destinations within <strong>North</strong> <strong>Miami</strong> with ease.<br />
The NoMi Express operates Monday - Friday, with no service on<br />
weekends or <strong>City</strong> observed holidays. Please check the <strong>City</strong>’s website<br />
<br />
<br />
For more information call the NoMi Dispatch at 305-947-9995, 24-hours a day.<br />
northmiamifl.gov/nomibus<br />
Funded by:<br />
Peoples Transportation Plan