MiamiHerald.com: Central Miami http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/index.html MiamiHerald.com: Central Miami http://media.miamiherald.com/images/logos/rss_sitelogo.gif http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/index.html 140 25 News, sports and entertainment from MiamiHerald.com en-us Copyright 2009 MiamiHerald.com Central Miami 60 Sun, 15 Nov 2009 01:06:05 EST http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss McClatchy Interactive's PubSys miamifeedback@miamiherald.com http://www.miamiherald.com/news/more-info/story/445313.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/more-info/story/445313.html Wed, 05 Mar 2008 16:35 EST <b>Your editor: </b> Carolyn Guniss, <a href="mailto:cguniss@MiamiHerald.com">cguniss@MiamiHerald.com</a>, 305-376-4565 New Miami City Hall rules anger Coconut Grove Village Council http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1332974.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1332974.html Sat, 14 Nov 2009 01:00 EST Two days before the Coconut Grove Village Council's planned huddle at Miami City Hall, a new policy from Miami Mayor Tomás Regalado delayed the event, causing anger and confusion among residents and activists. Art supporters celebrate work of gifted Miami Dade College students at Quest for Peace Exhibition http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1332972.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1332972.html Sat, 14 Nov 2009 01:00 EST More than 230 art supporters attended the fifth annual Quest for Peace Exhibition held recently at the Miami Dade College Kendall campus gallery. The event celebrated 13 award-winning art students who were honored for their achievements. Miami Heat players surprise Shenandoah Middle School students http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1332970.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1332970.html Sat, 14 Nov 2009 01:00 EST Some Shenandoah Middle School students were in for a surprise recently when they were told they would be attending a ``special activity.'' <p/> That turned out to be a pizza party with Miami Heat players Udonis Haslem and Daequan Cook, the Heat dancers and team mascot Burnie. Moorings turn marina into Miami destination http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1332976.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1332976.html Sat, 14 Nov 2009 01:00 EST The city of Miami recently dedicated a major historic event, the opening of the Dinner Key Managed Mooring field.<p/> One hundred seventy-five screw down moorings, some as deep as 20 feet, with 25 yet to come, was funded in part by FIND (Florida Inland Navigation District) and the city of Miami. Hard workers kick their stress out in downtown Miami http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1332971.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1332971.html Sat, 14 Nov 2009 01:00 EST Earlier this month, about 100 business people and other professionals forgot about their serious work and kicked a ball at Bicentennial Park.<p/> It brought back childhood memories of grade school kickball -- and also gave new ones to members of The Miami Sports and Social Club. Coconut Grove bucks awarded at Mad Hatter Arts Festival http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1332969.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1332969.html Sat, 14 Nov 2009 01:00 EST If you wear a funky hat this weekend in Coconut Grove, you may be rewarded.<p/> The Grove Merchants Group has been hosting a two-day Mad Hatter Arts Festival that continues Sunday. Police reports from local municipalities http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1332967.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1332967.html Sat, 14 Nov 2009 01:00 EST BLUE LAGOON AREA | A burglar broke into a house in the 5100 block of Northwest Fifth Street on Oct. 20. New Miami City Hall rules anger Coconut Grove Village Council http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1332974.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1332974.html Sat, 14 Nov 2009 01:00 EST Two days before the Coconut Grove Village Council's planned huddle at Miami City Hall, a new policy from Miami Mayor Tomás Regalado delayed the event, causing anger and confusion among residents and activists. Art supporters celebrate work of gifted Miami Dade College students at Quest for Peace Exhibition http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1332972.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1332972.html Sat, 14 Nov 2009 01:00 EST More than 230 art supporters attended the fifth annual Quest for Peace Exhibition held recently at the Miami Dade College Kendall campus gallery. The event celebrated 13 award-winning art students who were honored for their achievements. Miami Heat players surprise Shenandoah Middle School students http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1332970.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1332970.html Sat, 14 Nov 2009 01:00 EST Some Shenandoah Middle School students were in for a surprise recently when they were told they would be attending a ``special activity.'' <p/> That turned out to be a pizza party with Miami Heat players Udonis Haslem and Daequan Cook, the Heat dancers and team mascot Burnie. Moorings turn marina into Miami destination http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1332976.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1332976.html Sat, 14 Nov 2009 01:00 EST The city of Miami recently dedicated a major historic event, the opening of the Dinner Key Managed Mooring field.<p/> One hundred seventy-five screw down moorings, some as deep as 20 feet, with 25 yet to come, was funded in part by FIND (Florida Inland Navigation District) and the city of Miami. Hard workers kick their stress out in downtown Miami http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1332971.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1332971.html Sat, 14 Nov 2009 01:00 EST Earlier this month, about 100 business people and other professionals forgot about their serious work and kicked a ball at Bicentennial Park.<p/> It brought back childhood memories of grade school kickball -- and also gave new ones to members of The Miami Sports and Social Club. Coconut Grove bucks awarded at Mad Hatter Arts Festival http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1332969.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1332969.html Sat, 14 Nov 2009 01:00 EST If you wear a funky hat this weekend in Coconut Grove, you may be rewarded.<p/> The Grove Merchants Group has been hosting a two-day Mad Hatter Arts Festival that continues Sunday. Police reports from local municipalities http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1332967.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1332967.html Sat, 14 Nov 2009 01:00 EST BLUE LAGOON AREA | A burglar broke into a house in the 5100 block of Northwest Fifth Street on Oct. 20. Team Pinecrest recruiting walkers for Alzheimer's event http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1327323.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1327323.html Wed, 11 Nov 2009 01:00 EST Pinecrest Mayor Cindy Lerner, son David and at least two dozen residents, friends and village workers will participate Saturday in the Alzheimer's Association's Miami-Dade Memory Walk in Coral Gables. $1.4M, 7-month dredging project for Dinner Key Marina set to begin http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1327310.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1327310.html Wed, 11 Nov 2009 01:00 EST Boaters will have to find a new temporary home for their vessels this month.<p/> Starting Monday, the city of Miami will begin a $1.4 million effort to dredge various areas of Dinner Key Marina. Beloved characters featured at Miami Book Fair's Children's Alley http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1327309.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1327309.html Wed, 11 Nov 2009 01:00 EST Wild Thing from the popular book-turned-movie Where the Wild Things Are will be among the characters inhabiting Children's Alley, the magical world within the Miami Book Fair International that was created for kids. FIU hosts workshop for 400 future leaders http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1327317.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1327317.html Wed, 11 Nov 2009 01:00 EST In their quests to become better leaders of tomorrow, more than 400 students attended the recent Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) workshop held at Florida International University. Police reports from local municipalities http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1327308.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1327308.html Wed, 11 Nov 2009 01:00 EST BLUE LAGOON AREA | A man threw a rock and broke a window of a business at 5500 W. Flagler St. and ransacked it on Oct. 26. Police reports from local municipalities http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1321227.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1321227.html Sat, 07 Nov 2009 01:00 EST KINLOCH PARK AREA | A burglar ransacked a house in the 4900 block of Southwest Seventh Street between 10 a.m. and 7:15 p.m. Sept. 16. Virginia Key Beach Park brings back vintage merry-go-round http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1321236.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1321236.html Sat, 07 Nov 2009 01:00 EST Every weekend, the Virginia Key Beach Park unveils its crown jewel, a 1950s Allan Herschell carousel.<p/> After the noon opening, the booming music of the vintage ride fills the historic park -- and attracts eager riders. A sibling team of dog trainers wins awards and attention http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1321228.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1321228.html Sat, 07 Nov 2009 01:00 EST Brother-sister teenage dog whisperers have won more than 100 awards for their dog training in challenges across the country. It all started with an apprenticeship at the Miami Seaquarium. Coconut Grove village council elects new blood http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1321235.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1321235.html Sat, 07 Nov 2009 01:00 EST The Coconut Grove Village Council has been infused with new blood: Six newcomers will join three incumbents.<p/> Voters in 12 precincts chose the nine Tuesday from a crowded field of 17 candidates. But it was a laid-back -- and civil -- election with most candidates not raising money to win a four-year term on the volunteer board. Local bars host video game `Rock Band' nights http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1319527.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1319527.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 01:00 EST With implacable confidence and boyish charm, Ruben Silva, 36, raised his drumsticks to rev up the crowd as smoke from a fog machine permeated the stage. Opinion: Save Jimbo's before Miami shuts it down http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1321237.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1321237.html Thu, 05 Nov 2009 01:00 EST The price of a beer just jumped from $3 to $8 at Jimbo's Shrimp Shack on Virginia Key. The hike may be enough to put the fabled beer bar out of business. Police reports from local municipalities http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1314976.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1314976.html Wed, 04 Nov 2009 01:00 EST KINLOCH PARK AREA<p/> Two men ransacked a trailer behind a business at 4920 NW Seventh St. at 2 a.m. Oct. 4. Surveillance video showed the men fleeing in a white Chevrolet 1500 extended cab truck with chrome side steps, according to the police report. Art lovers step out for monthly `Stroll' in Coconut Grove http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1314982.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1314982.html Wed, 04 Nov 2009 01:00 EST Gallery owner Johnny Valdes set his eyes on the streets when he started looking for a better way to showcase his artists and bring monthly culture to Coconut Grove's nightlife. Group of women set reading record at Miami Dade College http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1332977.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1332977.html Sat, 14 Nov 2009 01:00 EST Looking to break a Guinness World Record and promote human rights at the same time, Elizabeth Sanchez Vegas decided to embark on a 10-day reading marathon at the Miami Dade College's Inter-American Campus in Little Havana. Haiti's prime minister targeted for ouster by lawmakers http://www.miamiherald.com/1033/story/1301613.html http://www.miamiherald.com/1033/story/1301613.html Tue, 27 Oct 2009 16:27 EDT With Haiti poised to enjoy the economic benefits of long-elusive stability, foreign diplomats are scrambling behind the scenes to keep it all from unraveling as several lawmakers demand the ouster of the country's prime minister. Group of women set reading record at Miami Dade College http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1332977.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1332977.html Sat, 14 Nov 2009 01:00 EST Looking to break a Guinness World Record and promote human rights at the same time, Elizabeth Sanchez Vegas decided to embark on a 10-day reading marathon at the Miami Dade College's Inter-American Campus in Little Havana. Coral Gables' ex-official may get near $100K to drop claims against city http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami-dade/gables-smiami/story/1332980.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami-dade/gables-smiami/story/1332980.html Sat, 14 Nov 2009 01:00 EST Coral Gables' former building and zoning director, Margaret Pass -- who was fired in 2007 for mismanagement of her department -- could receive close to $100,000 if commissioners approve a proposed settlement agreement Tuesday. Coral Gables homeowner is first to see savings with solar panels http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami-dade/gables-smiami/story/1332985.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami-dade/gables-smiami/story/1332985.html Sat, 14 Nov 2009 01:00 EST About this time last year, Dr. Oscar Hevia's electrical bill peaked at about $500. In the past four months, though, Hevia has been ``pleasantly surprised'' that the amount has dropped by almost half. Philanthropist gave to arts, church, police http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami-dade/gables-smiami/story/1332916.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami-dade/gables-smiami/story/1332916.html Sat, 14 Nov 2009 01:00 EST When the senior pastor at Coral Gables Congregational Church needed a way to get people who could not drive to Sunday services, Donald Carlin had the solution: Police reports from local municipalities http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami-dade/gables-smiami/story/1332978.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami-dade/gables-smiami/story/1332978.html Sat, 14 Nov 2009 01:00 EST CORAL GABLES | A thief stole a 2003 Mazda in the 100 block of Calbira Avenue between 11:30 a.m. and noon Oct. 22. Art supporters celebrate work of gifted Miami Dade College students at Quest for Peace Exhibition http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami-dade/gables-smiami/story/1332972.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami-dade/gables-smiami/story/1332972.html Sat, 14 Nov 2009 01:00 EST More than 230 art supporters attended the fifth annual Quest for Peace Exhibition held recently at the Miami Dade College Kendall campus gallery. The event celebrated 13 award-winning art students who were honored for their achievements. Pinecrest teen bowling star achieves national recognition http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/pinecrest/story/1333038.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/pinecrest/story/1333038.html Sat, 14 Nov 2009 01:00 EST At 17, Andrew Koff of Pinecrest has spent more than half of his life bowling. And his love for the game has certainly paid off.<p/> The Gulliver Preparatory School senior has won nearly $70,000 in national scholarship awards for bowling and academics, most of which have been earned in the last four years. His latest prize, the 2010 Chuck Hall Star of Tomorrow Award, comes from the U.S. Bowling Congress. Pinecrest poet provides new view of the Bible http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/pinecrest/story/1333044.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/pinecrest/story/1333044.html Sat, 14 Nov 2009 01:00 EST After toiling for 30 years, a local author and biblical scholar finally published his literary version of the Bible, aptly called A Literary Bible. Bus line being considered in Pinecrest http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/pinecrest/story/1333047.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/pinecrest/story/1333047.html Sat, 14 Nov 2009 01:00 EST Pinecrest has launched a study to determine the feasibility of having a circulator bus operate within the village.<p/> The study includes an online survey of potential users. Art supporters celebrate work of gifted Miami Dade College students at Quest for Peace Exhibition http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/pinecrest/story/1332972.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/pinecrest/story/1332972.html Sat, 14 Nov 2009 01:00 EST More than 230 art supporters attended the fifth annual Quest for Peace Exhibition held recently at the Miami Dade College Kendall campus gallery. The event celebrated 13 award-winning art students who were honored for their achievements. Courtesy, communication skills go a long way http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/pinecrest/story/1332975.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/pinecrest/story/1332975.html Sat, 14 Nov 2009 01:00 EST Putting on my tennis shoes, I left the house ready for a three-mile senior ``fast walk.'' I hoped the rain would stay at a drizzle. A Miami nonprofit offers struggling kids music, tutoring http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1331010.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1331010.html Fri, 13 Nov 2009 01:00 EST A little more than a year ago, Jay B. Hess, a life-long music enthusiast, and Ian Welsch, a former elementary school teacher, came together to offer both academic and musical programs to needy or at-risk children in South Florida. Miami Beach's Veterans Day parade gets big turnout this year http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1331052.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1331052.html Fri, 13 Nov 2009 01:00 EST Under a drizzle, Lisa Perez walked the streets of Miami Beach carrying an American flag and a framed picture of her son, Jason Vazquez, a U.S. Army soldier. North Miami absorbs county's water fee increase, spares residents http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1331008.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1331008.html Fri, 13 Nov 2009 01:00 EST North Miami's City Council members have been flooded with residents pleading for a reduction in their water bills.<p/> On Tuesday, the council decided to absorb nearly $2 million in an anticipated revenue shortfall caused by a hike in Miami-Dade's wholesale water and waste water fees, instead of passing it on to residents and business owners. Police reports from local municipalities http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1330992.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1330992.html Fri, 13 Nov 2009 01:00 EST EDGEWATER | A man broke into a vacant home in the 300 block of Northeast 29th Street on Oct. 13. The owner told police he found the man sleeping inside the home with the air conditioner turned on. North Miami Beach teacher has a colorful take on teaching http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1325405.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1325405.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 01:00 EST Some teachers dress in outlandish costumes. Some bring their students outdoors. Others plan exotic field trips.<p/> But Rohr Middle School's Daniel Dreyfuss might be the only teacher in Miami-Dade -- or anywhere, really -- who has encouraged his kids to turn his van into a psychedelic, mobile periodic table. Team Pinecrest recruiting walkers for Alzheimer's event http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1327323.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1327323.html Wed, 11 Nov 2009 01:00 EST Pinecrest Mayor Cindy Lerner, son David and at least two dozen residents, friends and village workers will participate Saturday in the Alzheimer's Association's Miami-Dade Memory Walk in Coral Gables. $1.4M, 7-month dredging project for Dinner Key Marina set to begin http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1327310.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1327310.html Wed, 11 Nov 2009 01:00 EST Boaters will have to find a new temporary home for their vessels this month.<p/> Starting Monday, the city of Miami will begin a $1.4 million effort to dredge various areas of Dinner Key Marina. Beloved characters featured at Miami Book Fair's Children's Alley http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1327309.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1327309.html Wed, 11 Nov 2009 01:00 EST Wild Thing from the popular book-turned-movie Where the Wild Things Are will be among the characters inhabiting Children's Alley, the magical world within the Miami Book Fair International that was created for kids. FIU hosts workshop for 400 future leaders http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1327317.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1327317.html Wed, 11 Nov 2009 01:00 EST In their quests to become better leaders of tomorrow, more than 400 students attended the recent Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) workshop held at Florida International University. Police reports from local municipalities http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1327308.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1327308.html Wed, 11 Nov 2009 01:00 EST BLUE LAGOON AREA | A man threw a rock and broke a window of a business at 5500 W. Flagler St. and ransacked it on Oct. 26. Police reports from local municipalities http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1321227.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1321227.html Sat, 07 Nov 2009 01:00 EST KINLOCH PARK AREA | A burglar ransacked a house in the 4900 block of Southwest Seventh Street between 10 a.m. and 7:15 p.m. Sept. 16. Virginia Key Beach Park brings back vintage merry-go-round http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1321236.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1321236.html Sat, 07 Nov 2009 01:00 EST Every weekend, the Virginia Key Beach Park unveils its crown jewel, a 1950s Allan Herschell carousel.<p/> After the noon opening, the booming music of the vintage ride fills the historic park -- and attracts eager riders. A sibling team of dog trainers wins awards and attention http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1321228.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1321228.html Sat, 07 Nov 2009 01:00 EST Brother-sister teenage dog whisperers have won more than 100 awards for their dog training in challenges across the country. It all started with an apprenticeship at the Miami Seaquarium. Coconut Grove village council elects new blood http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1321235.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1321235.html Sat, 07 Nov 2009 01:00 EST The Coconut Grove Village Council has been infused with new blood: Six newcomers will join three incumbents.<p/> Voters in 12 precincts chose the nine Tuesday from a crowded field of 17 candidates. But it was a laid-back -- and civil -- election with most candidates not raising money to win a four-year term on the volunteer board. Local bars host video game `Rock Band' nights http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1319527.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1319527.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 01:00 EST With implacable confidence and boyish charm, Ruben Silva, 36, raised his drumsticks to rev up the crowd as smoke from a fog machine permeated the stage. Opinion: Save Jimbo's before Miami shuts it down http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1321237.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1321237.html Thu, 05 Nov 2009 01:00 EST The price of a beer just jumped from $3 to $8 at Jimbo's Shrimp Shack on Virginia Key. The hike may be enough to put the fabled beer bar out of business. Police reports from local municipalities http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1314976.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1314976.html Wed, 04 Nov 2009 01:00 EST KINLOCH PARK AREA<p/> Two men ransacked a trailer behind a business at 4920 NW Seventh St. at 2 a.m. Oct. 4. Surveillance video showed the men fleeing in a white Chevrolet 1500 extended cab truck with chrome side steps, according to the police report. Art lovers step out for monthly `Stroll' in Coconut Grove http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1314982.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1314982.html Wed, 04 Nov 2009 01:00 EST Gallery owner Johnny Valdes set his eyes on the streets when he started looking for a better way to showcase his artists and bring monthly culture to Coconut Grove's nightlife. Brickell hot spot is a great hangout -- and offers service with a kilt http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1315003.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1315003.html Wed, 04 Nov 2009 01:00 EST It's not every day that you see people sporting Irish kilts in Miami. <p/> But at Brickell Irish Pub, the knee-length garment -- worn by the staff -- is part of its authentic ambience. Potlucks getting trendy for the holidays http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1309300.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1309300.html Sat, 31 Oct 2009 01:00 EDT Tired of making the same roasted turkey and green bean casserole?<p/> This holiday season, potlucks are making a glamorous comeback. And the folks at the Ritz-Carlton in Coconut Grove are offering innovative recipes to entertain family, friends and co-workers. Transit Department sponsored bus tours that showed Miami's Hispanic past http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1309316.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1309316.html Sat, 31 Oct 2009 01:00 EDT Consider it drive-by history.<p/> In October, during Hispanic Heritage Month, the Miami-Dade Transit Department sponsored free bus tours that showed the Hispanic past of Miami. At 90, artist continues to paint, find beauty in the Everglades http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1309314.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1309314.html Sat, 31 Oct 2009 01:00 EDT Ever since Sam Vinikoff laid his eyes on the Everglades, he hasn't stopped painting the national park.<p/> ``You can't get bored of painting it,'' says Vinikoff, a London transplant, whose work hangs in galleries today and has amassed quite a following throughout the years. ``There's always something new to see when you go there.'' Group of women set reading record at Miami Dade College http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1332977.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1332977.html Sat, 14 Nov 2009 01:00 EST Looking to break a Guinness World Record and promote human rights at the same time, Elizabeth Sanchez Vegas decided to embark on a 10-day reading marathon at the Miami Dade College's Inter-American Campus in Little Havana. New Miami City Hall rules anger Coconut Grove Village Council http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1332974.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1332974.html Sat, 14 Nov 2009 01:00 EST Two days before the Coconut Grove Village Council's planned huddle at Miami City Hall, a new policy from Miami Mayor Tomás Regalado delayed the event, causing anger and confusion among residents and activists. Art supporters celebrate work of gifted Miami Dade College students at Quest for Peace Exhibition http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1332972.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/1332972.html Sat, 14 Nov 2009 01:00 EST More than 230 art supporters attended the fifth annual Quest for Peace Exhibition held recently at the Miami Dade College Kendall campus gallery. The event celebrated 13 award-winning art students who were honored for their achievements.