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Trump International Beach Resort | 18001 Collins Avenue | Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160 savvy information dear reader Every day I am reminded why I live in this beautiful city. Te weather, views and activities are all driving factors, but the safety of the City of Sunny Isles Beach is unparalleled. Our police department serves the community around the clock and it is no surprise that the city is regarded as one of the safest municipalities in Miami-Dade County. In 2018, our total crime index was 336, down 8 percent from 2017. And out of the 336 crimes committed, 89.9 percent were nonviolent property crimes. Te department’s clearance rate, the rate at which a crime is solved, is 29.8, which means we are in the top tier of clearance rates compared to the rest of the county. Led by Chief Dwight Snyder, our police department is composed of 56 sworn ofcers, 13 non-sworn personnel and 37 lifeguards, all committed to George ‘Bud’ Scholl Mayor the safety and well-being of the Sunny Isles Beach community. Trained at the highest caliber, our ofcers assume the responsibility of protecting the city above all. I’m sure you have seen our ofcers patrolling the streets or at our city events, but they are also active in our community in a multitude of additional capacities. Last holiday season, the department participated in the annual Police Ofcer Assistance Trust (POAT) holiday gift drive at the Aventura Mall, Larisa Svechin Dana Goldman where they collected donations for children of law enforcement ofcers who Vice Mayor Commissioner died in the line of duty. In November, several ofcers delivered turkeys and produce to Sunny Isles Beach families in need as part of the Miami-Dade County League of Cities Annual Tanksgiving Turkey Drive. Twice a year, the Police Department hosts a Shred-A-Ton and DEA Drug Takeback Day, where residents can bring confdential documents to safely shred or dispose of old or unwanted prescription drugs. Troughout the year,

Alex Lama Jeniffer Viscarra PD ofers bicycle helmet fttings and car seat installations for individuals and Commissioner Commissioner families. For those of you with children at the school, you probably know or have seen Sergeant Gonzalez, our school police resource ofcer. She is on campus every school day to ensure the safety of our students. Since its inception in 1998, the Sunny Isles Beach Police Department has developed into a force of award-winning and highly skilled ofcers and staf. As we enter a new decade, our police department is stronger than ever in their pursuit to keep our city safe. George ‘Bud’ Scholl Mayor

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Dear Reader 4 Our Parks 26

CITY WISE Community Center Membership 28

At Your Service 7 Program Registration 29

Get Connected 8 Youth Activities 30

City Manager’s Quarterly Report 10 Adult Activities 32

City Map 12 Senior Activities 34

SIB Resident Information 14 Library Programs 35

For Your Safety 16 IN & AROUND TOWN

SIBshuttle 17 Nearby Attractions 36

CULTURAL & Activities Throughout

COMMUNITY SERVICES South Florida 38

Welcome! 18 Hotel Guide 40

Ongoing Services & Activities 19 Beachside Guide 41

2020 Calendar 20 Restaurant Guide 42

Spotlight: Spring Events 22 Sister Cities 44

Cultural Event Trips 24 Contact Information 45

Spring has sprung! Take a peek at our spring calendar of events on page 22.

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news • events • programs

PUBLISHED BY CITY OF SUNNY ISLES BEACH CULTURAL & COMMUNITY SERVICES 18115 North Bay Road • Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160 Mayor George ‘Bud’ Scholl Vice Mayor Larisa Svechin Commissioner Dana Goldman Commissioner Alex Lama Commissioner Jeniffer Viscarra City Manager Christopher J. Russo Deputy City Manager Stan Morris Assistant City Manager Susan Simpson City Clerk Mauricio Betancur Director, Cultural & Community Services Sylvia Flores EDITORIAL AND DESIGN Editor Kathy Fernandez Managing Editor Alayne Yeash Managing Editor of Programs Colin Summers Creative: BBC LLC Bonnie Bennett Associate Designer Marcus Alonso PRODUCTION Printing Colonial Press Administrative Management Alayne Yeash, Myranda Tarr City of Sunny Isles PHOTOGRAPHY Beach Visitor Center Contributing Media: Video Production Manager Mike Tribby LOCATED IN THE GOVERNMENT Video Production Specialist Alexander White CENTER FIRST FLOOR LOBBY Web and Social Media Specialist Leah Einwalter Public Relations and Media Specialist Myranda Tarr Free Tourist Information Cover photo Mykola Khodorovsky Souvenirs for Purchase Contributing photography Acqualina Resort and Spa on the Beach, istock, thinkstock, Greater Miami CVB Sunny Isles Beach Photography throughout Beatrix Csinger, louri Dovnarovich, Harry Frahm, Mykola Khodorovsky, Sonny Sabatto Government Center ADVERTISING SALES 18070 Collins Avenue Contact Cultural & Community Services 305.792.1706 Hours of Operation: sibfl.net/advertising Mon—Sat, 10:00 am—4:00 pm CORRECTIONS & CLARIFICATIONS sibf.net/visitor-center Sunny Isles Beach Living will occasionally include short excerpts from relevant 305.792.1952 material drawn from a variety of sources. As such, this content is offered as freely accessible information, widely available within the public domain. ©City of Sunny Isles Beach • February 2020

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The SIB Government Center houses all of your important government needs including a U.S. Post Offce, MDC library branch, police department, visitor center, and permitting services.

he Sunny Isles Beach Government around South Florida. Sunny Isles Beach CONTACT INFORMATION Center, situated in a pedestri- branded merchandise along with tickets FOR GOVERNMENT SERVICES an-friendly area at the heart of the City, for all events and programs are available Beach Condition Hotline 305.792.1940 opened in January 2005. for purchase as well. Building Permits and Inspections 305.947.2150 Within the 54,000-sq.-ft. edifce is Housed on the second foor of the City General Information 305.947.0606 Code Compliance, 24/7 Hotline 305.792.1760 the Commission Chamber surrounded Government Center is the SIB Police Community Planning & Zoning 305.792.1740 by a civic plaza, combining landscape, Department, open 24/7. Elevators from Cultural Arts, Sports Programming, water, and contrasting building materi- the lobby take visitors to the second Concerts & Other Events 305.792.1706 als. Te internal operations of the City foor during regular business hours, Emergencies and Fire 911 are conducted in this building, and gov- though after hours, the police depart- Miami-Dade County Call Center 311 Police Department 305.947.4440 ernment meetings are generally held the ment can only be accessed via the second Sports Hotline 305.792.1944 third Tursday of each month. level of the parking garage. Accident and Stormwater and Street Maintenance 305.792.1711 Housed inside this vision you will crime reports may be requested at the Visitor Center 305.792.1952 fnd a satellite branch of the United records department. Sunny Isles Beach Government Center States Post Ofce open Monday-Friday, Te third foor of the Government 18070 Collins Avenue • Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160 brought through a partnership with the Center provides residents, visitors and City Hall Mon—Fri, 8:30 am—5:00 pm Police Station 2nd Floor, Open 24/7 Federal Government, and the MDC contractors information regarding code Miami-Dade County Library 305.682.0726 Sunny Isles Beach branch library open compliance, parking, building permits Mon, Tues, Fri, Sat 9:30 am—6:00 pm Monday-Saturday, which ofers an as- and business licensing. Wed, Thurs 11:30 am—8:00 pm sortment of classes and programs in the Te fourth foor is home to the Building Department, Third Floor City’s frst foor meeting room. City Commission; ofces of the City Mon—Fri 7:30 am—3:30 pm Code Compliance, Third Floor Te frst foor is completed with a Clerk and Manager; human resources Mon—Fri 8:30 am—3:30 pm Visitor Center, supported by the Sunny department; and fnance department. Visitor Center Mon—Sat, 10:00 am—4:00 pm Isles Beach Tourism and Marketing Constituents may make appointments United States Post Office 800.275.8777 Council. Te Visitor Center ofers tour- to meet with their elected ofcials Mon—Fri 8:45 am—4:15 pm Government offices are closed on federal holidays. ists and residents alike a wealth of re- or request public records from the sources for fnding activities and events City Clerk.

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ASK CITY HALL — An interactive section on our City’s website, sibf.net, which lets residents send inquiries directly to the appropriate department. Suggestions, compliments and complaints are all handled in a timely manner.

EMAIL — To get the most current information regarding City meetings, events, or non-emergency information con- veniently delivered to your inbox, sign up for our free eSIBi notifcation service, or electronic Sunny Isles Beach infor- mation. Unsubscribing is easy if the information is no longer needed. Visit sibf.net/notifyme to sign up.

PHOTO GALLERY — We take photos at many of the events hosted by the City. Tese photos are edited and uploaded to our online photo gallery, hosted by Zenfolio. Look through past events and download any pictures you may want to keep at sibf.net/photos.

RADIO — A wealth of information is available at 1120 AM. Listen for information about events, City services and City parks.

SIBAlert — Sign up for SIBAlert to receive accurate and up- to-date emergency notices and warnings from the City. Opt-in to receive phone calls, text messages, emails, or mobile application notifcations. Visit sibalert.net for more informa- tion and to register.

SIBislander — Mailed to every household, this publication comes out monthly announcing programs and events, ofer- ing a glimpse of City services and current important resident information.

SIBTV — A 24/7 broadcast on Atlantic Broadband channel 662 and AT&T U-verse channel 99. Tis station’s program- ming includes information about beach accesses and parks, a listing of City special events and concerts, activities for youth, adults and seniors, library programs, and cultural event trips. Also included are trafc alerts and SIBshuttle schedules, along with informational videos.

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STAY CONNECTED A Makeover for Our Photo Gallery SOCIAL MEDIA — Stay up-to-date with upcoming events, important announcements and trafc alerts by Did you know we manage search feature where you following @CityofSIB on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. For important an online photo gallery can explore our various safety tips, emergency alerts and other with images from our photo collections. City staff police-related news, follow the Sunny Isles Beach Police Department events, programs and ac- attend most major events @SIBPD on Facebook and Twitter. tivities? You can see all our and meetings as well as sev- Social media is an excellent way to connect with your community and best images by visiting eral youth, adult and senior learn about new services and programs ofered by the City. sibf.net/photos. We recent- programs, striving to cap- ly unveiled a new look for ture the best memories. So SUNNY ISLES BEACH LIVING — Tis quarterly publication contains our photo gallery, which is the next time you see one City updates from the Mayor and City easier to navigate and more of our city photographers, Manager, along with a calendar of events and programs for each season. Tis is modern. We now have a say cheese! a valuable resource with which to fnd information regarding local and regional services and activities.

WEBSITE — Online 24/7 for your convenience, all City information can be found at sibf.net with links to other government services such as Miami-Dade County and the State of Florida. A calen- dar of events and information about City services are available at your fngertips.

YOUTUBE — Explore the City’s YouTube channel where you can see the best of our video content. Our production team records City events, concerts, activities and meetings, and produces short recaps, promos, and informational pieces. Tese videos can now be found on our YouTube channel, youtube.com/cityofsib.

spring 2020 • sibfl.net 9 savvy information City Manager’s Quarterly Report Sunny Isles Beach Becoming a City of Art

The City of Sunny Isles Beach is known as a hub of beautiful architecture, but now we are also becoming a city known for art. In 2016, the city commissioned a Cultural Master Plan (CMP), which, among other things, was designed to strategically use art and culture to enhance the aesthetic appearance and overall quality of life in the city. At the same time, the CMP creates a new sense of community for the diversity of cul- tures that make up our residents. In this regard, our Art in Public Places ordinance requires developers to include an element of art as they construct their projects. Many of our quality developers are embracing this new requirement as an opportunity to enhance their own projects and a way to improve the urban environment, increase the use of public space and celebrate our community. Working with our newly formed Public Arts Advisory Committee (PAAC), which consists of six highly credentialed residents, a public art curator and appraiser, and a CMP consultant, we are already seeing new pieces around the city. Last year, the Ritz Carlton unveiled a beautifully commissioned sculpture created by Christopher J. Russo City Manager renowned sculptor Pablo Atchugarry. Carved from Carrara marble and standing 11 and half feet tall, “Dreaming the Future” sits at the base of the Ritz Carlton near the sidewalk for residents, passersby, and visitors to enjoy. Te corner of 163 Street and Collins Avenue will soon display a Manolo Valdes sculp- ture known as “Blue Butterfies” at the new ofce building by Joseph Milton and the At its core, the city St. Tropez developers. Tis artist has similar pieces throughout Valencia, Spain; Place Vendome, Paris; Berkeley Square, London; Tapei, Taiwan and now, Sunny Isles Beach. is focusing on using Armani Casa developers on the east side of Collins Avenue are approaching art from a diferent perspective. To create an innovative and sustainable work of art, they infrastructure as an are installing “Te Green Wall” by Enea Landscape Architects and LiveWall. Te unique plantings of this piece bring passersby a sense of calm set against the steel and opportunity to create glass structure behind it. On the city’s end, the PAAC is designing a meditation garden on the site of the old skate park contained within Town Center Park. Te garden will be landscaped and art based on certain shaded, and also include some interesting artistic pieces. Park visitors will be greeted by a very uncommon wire contemporary art sculpture by Korean artist, Seo Young- standards, guidelines, Deok, composed of a metal grade link chain depicting a woman meditating. Te piece is approximately 10 feet tall and six and a half feet wide, and was contributed by the de- and goals established velopers of the Muse Project. Te garden will also feature a meditative refective foun- tain using polished stainless steel, light and water. Te fountain is designed by English by the PAAC. artist, David Harber, who has pieces in England, France and various sites across the United States. At its core, the city is focusing on using infrastructure as an opportunity to create art based on certain standards, guidelines, and goals established by the PAAC. Tree overarching goals exist in terms of infrastructure throughout the city:

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• Unifying pedestrian movements and pathways. • Creating conversation through com- munity bonding. • Improving and enhancing existing fo- cal points. Hereof, the city’s pedestrian bridg- es over Collins Avenue will feature for- ward-thinking architectural design. Te Commission is also looking to re-imagine and replace the current identifying sig- nage at the city’s four entrance and exit points. Tis is an opportunity to create unique “signature” art for the city. Te concept of crosswalk art on local streets is also being explored. We continue our quest to procure new artwork and establish art events. Several events have already been implemented - outdoor painting pop-ups on the pedestri- an bridge and the beach; the creation of a painting club; and a pop-up art show in the Government Center. New cultural events are also coming into focus. For example, this February, the city is hosting Sympho- ny of Flavors at Gateway Park, blending locally-sourced fne dining and orchestral music in an intimate outdoor venue. Finally, through surveys conducted by Cultural Master Plan consultants, we learned that both developers and res- idents alike have expressed interest in hosting an art festival. To that regard, the PAAC is exploring future partner- ship opportunities with a national arts festival. We are starting to see beautiful enhancements around Sunny Isles Beach and have more to come. Stay tuned for fu- ture artistic updates.

spring 2020 • sibfl.net 11 1 HERITAGE PARK 19200 COLLINS AVENUE 2 GOLDEN SHORES PARK 201 191 TERRACE 3 PELICAN COMMUNITY PARK 18115 NORTH BAY ROAD 4 SEN. GWEN MARGOLIS PARK 17815 NORTH BAY ROAD 5 SAMSON OCEANFRONT PARK 17425 COLLINS AVENUE 6 TOWN CENTER PARK 17200 COLLINS AVENUE 7 GATEWAY PARK 151 SUNNY ISLES BOULEVARD 8 PIER PARK 16501 COLLINS AVENUE 9 BELLA VISTA BAY PARK 500 SUNNY ISLES BOULEVARD 10 OCEANIA PARK 16320 COLLINS AVENUE 11 INTRACOASTAL PARK COLLINS AVENUE, 159 TO 163 STREET

12 sibfl.net • spring 2020fall 2019 LOCAL HOTELS also shown on page 40 A MARCO POLO BEACH RESORT— F RESIDENCE INN MIAMI SUNNY ISLES BEACH RAMADA PLAZA 17700 COLLINS AVENUE 19201 COLLINS AVENUE G DOUBLETREE BY HILTON OCEANPOINT B MARENAS BEACH RESORT & SPA RESORT & SPA 18683 COLLINS AVENUE 17375 COLLINS AVENUE C DAYS HOTEL BY WYNDHAM THUNDERBIRD BEACH RESORT H SOLÉ MIAMI 18401 COLLINS AVENUE 17315 COLLINS AVENUE D TRUMP INTERNATIONAL BEACH RESORT I NEWPORT BEACHSIDE HOTEL & RESORT 18001 COLLINS AVENUE 16701 COLLINS AVENUE E ACQUALINA RESORT & SPA ON THE BEACH 17875 COLLINS AVENUE AND LOCATED IN AVENTURA… JW MARRIOTT MIAMI TURNBERRY RESORT & SPA 19999 WEST COUNTRY CLUB DRIVE

sispringbfl.net 2020 • • sibffalll. net2019 13 savvy information Everything About Sunny Isles Beach We’re So Glad You Asked!

Visitors return yearly to our coastal beach oasis enjoying the walkable paradise with family-friendly parks, luxurious hotels and pristine beaches. Tis desirable location, with its proximity to the ocean, inspires many vacationers to make our city their permanent home.

mmediately apparent to those who KINDERGARTEN—GRADE 8 Ivisit Sunny Isles Beach, the quality Norman S. Edelcup SIB K–8 School of life here is second to none. 201 182 Drive, Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160 305.933.6161 With high-end homes, conveniently sibk8.net located retail stores, an assortment MIDDLE SCHOOL, GRADES 6–8 of community and recreational Highland Oaks Middle School programs, and a free shuttle bus 2375 NE 203 St, North Miami Beach, FL 33180 service, the city is an inviting oasis 305.932.3810 for visitors and residents alike. hom.dadeschools.net When you consider our award- HIGH SCHOOL, GRADES 9–12 Alonzo & Tracy Mourning Senior High winning Police Department, A-rated Biscayne Bay Campus schools, and superior healthcare re- 2601 NE 151 St, North Miami, FL 33181 sources, there is no other city quite 305.919.2000 as alluring as Sunny Isles Beach. atmourningsharks.org We deeply believe working closely Dr. Michael M. Krop High School with schools and community organi- 1410 NE 215 St, Miami, Florida 33179 zations helps develop a well-rounded 305.652.6808 kropseniorhigh.org and cultured student. Te city For more information about public encourages students to further their schools, special and magnet pro- education following high school with grams, contact Miami-Dade County the College Scholarship Program. Public Schools at: Miami-Dade County Public Schools Education 1450 NE 2 Ave, Miami, Florida 33132 Te following public schools are North Region Office: 305.572.2800 available to Sunny Isles Beach stu- Charter Schools: 305.995.1403 dents as well as several private and Magnet Schools: 305.995.1922 religious schools nearby: dadeschools.net

14 sibfl.net • spring 2020 savvy information QUALITY OF LIFE

Higher Education Healthcare Florida International University Tis area boasts three of the fnest Biscayne Bay Campus medical facilities in South Florida. 3000 NE 151 St, North Miami, FL 33181 fiu.edu AVENTURA HOSPITAL University of Miami 20900 Biscayne Blvd, Aventura, FL 33180 1320 S Dixie Hwy, Coral Gables, FL 33146 305.682.7000 miami.edu Aventura Hospital and Medical Miami-Dade College Center is a facility of Hospital Corpor- 300 NE 2 Ave, Miami, FL 33132 ation of America (HCA) East Florida. mdc.edu/main Tis facility has served the region for Barry University 11300 NE 2 Ave, Miami, FL 33161 more than 50 years with 407 acute care committed to helping our community barry.edu beds, award-winning inpatient and out- lead healthier lives. Visit msmc.com St. Thomas University patient diagnostic, medical, surgical, for a schedule of free health screenings 16401 NW 37 Ave, Miami Gardens, FL 33054 cancer and trauma services. To speak to and lectures. stu.edu a nurse 24/7 or get a physician referral, Residential Areas call Consult-A-Nurse® at 305.682.6677. NORTH SHORE MEDICAL CENTER While we are well-known for the 1100 Northwest 95 St, Miami, FL 33150 luxurious high-rise condos with ocean MOUNT SINAI HOSPITAL: Aventura 305.835.6000 and city views along with unique devel- 2845 Aventura Blvd, Aventura, FL 33180 North Shore Medical Center provides opments and architecture, equally 305.692.1010 exceptional care with a focus on patients. notable are the enclaves of single-family Mount Sinai Medical Center Te Center is known for a comprehensive homes found at each end of the city and 4300 Alton Rd, Miami Beach, FL 33140 multi-specialty program dedicated to the lavish condos with breathtaking 305.674.2273 high-risk maternity with the area’s only views to the west and on the Intracoastal Mount Sinai Primary and Specialty Care Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Waterway. We are considered a walkable 323 Sunny Isles Blvd, Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160 Miami-Dade’s frst Trombectomy Ca- community and with the free shuttle bus 786.274.8105 pable Stroke Center, Robotic Surgery Mount Sinai Primary and Specialty service, you can comfortably leave your Program, Comprehensive Breast Institute Care Sunny Isles Beach ofers special- car in the garage to pursue shopping and and Cancer Center for treatment. To ized care in cardiology, urology, endo- dining along Collins Avenue. fnd a physician near you, please call crinology and internal medicine. 1.855.768.5766. Police in your Community Mount Sinai Medical Center is Te Police Department is committed to the largest private, independent, not- Clean Water Campaign proactive community policing. Ofcers for-proft teaching hospital in South We are committed to assisting and are in the schools, on the streets, in the Florida, combining technology, research educating the community about our parks, and always there for you. You will and academics to provide innovative Clean Water Campaign. Our respon- often fnd them at city events providing and comprehensive care in cardiology, sibility for clean water begins at home important safety tips and promoting neuroscience, oncology and orthopedics. and continues in the workplace and the programs such as car seat installations, In addition to providing quality health public spaces we enjoy. Visit our website bike helmet fttings, and shred-a-thons. care, Mount Sinai Medical Center is at sibf.net/cleanwater to learn more.

spring 2020 • sibfl.net 15 savvy information for your safety Please review these guidelines to ensure a safer experience in Sunny Isles Beach for pedestrians, cyclists and vehicular traffc. The speed limit on both state roads, Collins Avenue and Sunny Isles Boulevard, is 35 miles per hour. The speed limit on all side streets in the City is 20 miles per hour. At designated times, in school zones, the speed limit is enforced at 15 miles per hour.

On the Road • Texting while driving is now a primary trafc ofense. Drivers are prohibited from utilizing any type of wireless communication device to type or send electronic messages while the vehicle is in motion, and prohibited from using any type of handheld communication while driving in a designated school zone or active THE MEANING OF construction area where workers are present. • Remember: pedestrians always have the right-of-way. PEDESTRIAN SIGNALS • Use caution when turning and look both ways to ensure a pedestrian is not in a crosswalk. • When the pedestrian crossing light is fashing, vehicles MUST stop; it’s the law. • Vehicles must come to a complete stop in both directions when a school bus is Walking person symbol stopped with fashing lights. Stays on about 7 to 15 seconds • No stopping or standing is permitted in driving lanes. • Always wear a seat belt in the car. ACTION: Walk briskly across the crosswalk. On the Sidewalk • Never assume a vehicle will stop for you; do not rely on drivers to see you. Flashing hand symbol • Walk on sidewalks and do not leave the curb suddenly. Counts down by seconds • Cross at intersections with trafc lights featuring a lighted ‘walking person.’ • City Ordinance 2014-432 prohibits skateboards and hoverboards on sidewalks along ACTION: Consider where you are before Collins Avenue and Sunny Isles Boulevard. you take action. If you are in the middle of On a Bicycle the crosswalk, keep walking briskly. If you • Bicyclists may ride on a marked bike path from Heritage Park in the north end of the City to Gateway Park in the south with only a short traverse onto Collins Avenue are standing on the curb, stop. DO NOT near Publix. start crossing; wait for the next walk signal. • Always wear a bike helmet properly. The fashing red hand tells you there is not • To be more visible to motorists use front and back fashing lights. • Use hand signals when turning or slowing to a stop. enough time to begin walking. • While bicycles should have the right-of-way, make eye contact with drivers to understand their intentions. NON-fashing hand symbol What’s New ACTION: DO NOT WALK Government Center Pedestrian Crosswalk Light • Tis completed crosswalk allows easy access to safely traverse Collins Avenue. Wait for the walking person signal to Government Center & 174 Street Pedestrian Bridges fash. Your safety is worth a few seconds • Tese two future bridges over Collins Avenue will provide a safe way to cross Collins more of wait time. Avenue back and forth from east to west.

16 sibfl.net • spring 2020 savvy information GETTING THERE in style Ride the free SIBshuttle Service 7 days a week! Easy, clean and comfortable travel around town and to several key destinations

The SIBshuttle is your free, convenient ride around Sunny Isles Beach and its neighboring cities. With a plethora of stops in key locations, traveling to your destination is quick and simple.

AMENITIES MOBILE APP All SIBshuttle buses offer free Wi-Fi To see the SIBshuttle’s real-time lo- and are accessible, equipped with cation, arrival time and a list of stops, Free Wi-Fi on all a lift for wheelchairs. In addition to download the mobile app, SIBshuttle. connecting with neighboring cities Available on the App Store or Google SIBshuttle Buses such as Aventura, Hallandale and Play. North Miami Beach, the SIBshuttle Our SIBshuttle buses provides free transportation to and HOTLINE from the Mount Sinai Medical Center, The next time you’re at an SIBshuttle are equipped with an 4300 Alton Road, Miami Beach, from bus stop, call the hotline at 305.741.0907, assortment of amenities most residences within the City. to fnd out your wait time. Identify your DAYS: Monday, Wednesday, Friday. line, provide your stop number, and for riders. We under- TIME: Pickup, 9:00 am and noon; determine your direction. stand staying connected Return, 12:30 and 4:00 pm. Call The SIBshuttle is funded in part 305.792.1706 to make a reservation by the Miami-Dade County People’s during your commute by noon the prior weekday. Transportation Plan. is important, which is why every SIBshuttle has free Wi-Fi. Connect to SIBIWIFI on your next journey. And don’t forget to check the schedule on our SIBshuttle mobile application!

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The City of Sunny Isles Beach has undergone a remarkable transformation throughout the last 23 years, from being known as “Motel Row” to now a family-friendly haven with luxury high-rises and an assortment of amenities for all. We’ve seen a few slogans as the years progressed, the frst being “A Life with a View,” then “Florida’s Riviera” and “A World Class City.” As we enter a new decade in the city’s history, it is time to offcially defne who Sunny Isles Beach is and where we are going. In a mutually collaborative process, we are working with Jacober Creative to rebrand Sunny Isles Beach. You might be wondering, ‘what is rebranding?’ Throughout the next two years, we are determining how to position the city to best represent our residents, businesses, and services. And your input is imperative as we move forward with this project. At the beginning of the year, we conducted focus groups with residents, Throughout the business owners and city employees, gaining unique insight into how these stakeholders view our current city brand and where they see the city moving next two years, forward in the future. We are currently in the process of conducting interviews and surveys to collect even more data from an extensive group of individuals we are deter- living in the city, working in the city, and visiting the city. Once all of our research is collected and analyzed, Jacober will begin the mining how to creative aspect of the project by developing a new logo, tagline, and overall brand for Sunny Isles Beach. Based on the data collected from everyone, they will present a new look for the city, encompassing the true spirit of Sunny position the city Isles Beach. We invite you to join this process by providing your honest and constructive to best represent feedback about Sunny Isles Beach’s current brand, expectations and future. This is a very exciting and extensive project we are embarking on, which will our residents, culminate with a new brand that embodies the present and future of this great city in which we live and work. businesses, Look out for future opportunities to participate in this project on our website at sibf.net/rebranding! and services. Sylvia Flores, Director Cultural and Community Services

18 sibfl.net • spring 2020 Cultural Community Services ongoing services & activities

AARP Smart Driver Blood Drive Medical Lecture Series DATE April 17 Provided by OneBlood Provided by Mount Sinai Medical Center DAY Friday Open to ages 18+ DATES March 5 TIME 10:00 am-4:30 pm DATES March 10 April 2 LOCATION SIB Government Center May 5 May 7 1st Floor Meeting Room DAY Tuesday DAY Thursday FEE AARP Members $15 TIME TBD TIME 10:00 am–noon All others $20 LOCATION SIB Government Center LOCATION SIB Government Center This driver safety course is specifically de- FEE Free Commission Chambers signed for drivers age 50+. Some insurance Give the gift of life, give blood. Donors receive FEE Free companies offer a discount to their customers merchandise or movie tickets as a thank you. Various health-related topics are presented upon the successful completion of this course. each month. Reservations are required; call Blood Pressure & Glucose Screening 305.674.2626. AARP Tax Return & Preparation Provided by Mount Sinai Medical Center DATES February 5–April 15 DATES March 12 Mini-FLOW DAY Wednesday April 9 Florida Licensing on Wheels TIME 9:00 am–2:00 pm May 14 DATES March 6 LOCATION SIB Government Center DAY Thursday April 3 1st Floor Meeting Room TIME 9:00 am–noon May 1 FEE Free LOCATION SIB Government Center DAY Friday A team of IRS-certified volunteers offer this Commission Chambers TIME 9:00 am-1:00 pm free tax preparation service for low to moder- FEE Free LOCATION Pelican Community Park ate income residents. First come, first served. No reservation FEE Varies by service required. Cholesterol screenings are included Renewal for driver licenses, photo IDs and Bingo in January and June only. auto tags. Visit GatherGoGet.com or call DATES March 11, 25 850.617.2000. NOTE: Service is limited to a max- April 8, 22 imum of 30 customers, first come, first served. May 13, 27 DAY Wednesday Mobile Library Services TIME 3:00 pm DATES Ongoing LOCATION SIB Government Center DAY Tuesday Commission Chambers TIME Noon–1:00 pm FEE $2 per 8-game session LOCATION Winston Towers 100 An affordable alternative to the movies, the 250 174 Street City’s twice monthly bingo games distribute The Miami-Dade Public Library System pro- cash prizes and gift cards to eight lucky win- vides mobile library services once per week, ners in each session. as listed above. Mobile library is parked in driveway.

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cultural overview CITY EVENTS FOR 2020

JANUARY 3, 4 Family Movie Nights 10 Teen Event 14 Golden Era Movie 15 Sunny Serenade FEBRUARY 2 Art in the Park 7, 8 Family Movie Nights 10 Modern Era Movie 15 Illusions & Beyond at Gateway LIVE! 19 Sunny Serenade 21 Teen Event MARCH 6, 7 Family Movie Nights 10 Golden Era Movie 13 Teen Event 15 Beethoven on the Beach 18 Sunny Serenade 28 Spring Fling APRIL 11 Egg Scramble 13 Modern Era Movie 15 Sunny Serenade 17 Teen Event 24 Arbor Day 26 Car Show MAY 2 Gateway LIVE! 8 Teen Event 9 Eastern European Heritage Celebration 12 Golden Era Movie 20 Sunny Serenade JUNE 4 Teen Event 7 Art in the Park 8 Modern Era Movie 14 City’s 23rd Anniversary Celebration 17 Sunny Serenade

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Tere is so much to do in Sunny Isles Beach this year! From Gateway LIVE! performances to teen events and monthly concerts, we always have an event for you and your family.

JULY 14 Golden Era Movie 15 Sunny Serenade AUGUST 1 Gateway LIVE! 10 Modern Era Movie 14 Back to School Jamboree 19 Sunny Serenade 21 Teen Event SEPTEMBER 8 Golden Era Movie 16 Sunny Serenade 19 Hispanic Heritage Celebration 25 Teen Event OCTOBER 3 Car Show 9 Teen Event 12 Modern Era Movie 21 Sunny Serenade 25 Art in the Park 30, 31 Booogie by the Beach NOVEMBER 6, 7 Family Movie Nights 10 Golden Era Movie 11 Veterans Day Celebration 14 Gateway LIVE! 18 Sunny Serenade 20 Teen Event DECEMBER 5, 6 Winter Fest 9 Sunny Serenade 14 Modern Era Movie 18 Teen Event 19 Holiday Ball

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Family Movie Nights Sunny Serenades Car Show DATES March 6, 7 DATES March 18 DATE April 26 DAYS Friday, Saturday April 15 DAY Sunday TIME 7:00 pm May 20 TIME 11:00 am–3:00 pm LOCATIONS Friday, Heritage Park DAY Wednesday LOCATION Pelican Community Park Saturday, Town Center Park TIME 7:30–9:00 pm Fee Free FEE Free LOCATION Samson Oceanfront Park Join us for a street festival featuring Bring the whole family out for an evening FEE Free classic and custom cars on display, live of themed activities and outdoor movie Enjoy live music under the stars at our entertainment, food, and activities for fun! Movie begins at 7:30 pm. monthly outdoor concert series. all ages. Golden Era Movies Spring Fling Gateway LIVE! DATES March 10, May 12 DATE March 28 DATE May 2 DAY Tuesday DAY Saturday DAY Saturday TIME 10:00 am–1:00 pm TIME 6:00–9:00 pm TIME 7:30 pm LOCATION Pelican Community Park LOCATION Pelican Community Park LOCATION Gateway Park FEE Free with SIB Resident ID FEE $10 with SIB Resident ID FEE Free with SIB Resident ID Card, $5 without Card, $20 without Card, $10 without Enjoy a timeless movie classic followed Celebrate the start of spring with food, We present our signature quarterly event by lunch with your friends and neighbors. raffles, live music, and dancing. featuring live entertainment at Gateway Advance reservations are required. Park. Each Gateway LIVE! event brings a Egg Scramble new and unique performance for all ages Teen Events DATE April 11 to enjoy. DATES March 13, April 17, May 8 DAY Saturday DAY Friday TIME 10:00 am–2:00 pm Eastern European TIME Varies LOCATION Pelican Community Park Heritage Celebration LOCATION Varies FEE $5 with SIB Resident ID DATE May 9 FEE Free Card, $20 without DAY Saturday For teens in grades 7–12, a school-issued Bring the family and enjoy carnival rides, TIME 5:00–9:00 pm ID or State-issued ID/driver license is games, music and our annual egg hunt. LOCATION Gateway Park required to participate. Leave your parents FEE Free Modern Era Movie at home and come hang out with your Immerse yourself in the music, art, and friends or make new ones. DATE April 13 food of the eastern European cultures. DAY Monday Featuring live entertainment, folkloric Beethoven on the Beach TIME 10:00 am–12:30 pm performances, and local vendors. DATE March 15 LOCATION Pelican Community Park DAY Sunday FEE Free with SIB Resident ID TIME 6:00–8:00 pm Card, $5 without ★ Events marked with a gold LOCATION Gateway Park Join us at our contemporary movie series, star indicate the option to reg- FEE Free with snacks and drinks provided. Advance Enjoy classical music brought to life by reservations are required. ister online at activities.sibf.net. Orchestra Miami for all ages to enjoy.

22 sibfl.net • spring 2020 Cultural Community Services spotlight on spring CITY EVENTS Spring into a new decade at one of our featured Sunny Isles Beach events!

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March 1 March 12 April 9 April 12 May 3 May 14 Sunday Thursday Thursday Sunday Sunday Thursday 2:00 pm 10:45 am 6:45 pm 11:00 am 5:45 pm 3:00 pm Russian National Phillip and Patricia Come From Away Deering Estate One Night Hollywood Ballet: Sleeping Frost Museum Broward Center for Miami, FL of Queen Hot Glass Beauty of Science the Performing Arts The Deering Estate Broward Center for Hollywood, FL Parker Playhouse Miami, FL Fort Lauderdale, FL preserves the 1920s the Performing Arts Join us and explore Fort Lauderdale, FL This museum is at the Broadway’s Come era Miami estate of Fort Lauderdale, FL your creative nature This ballet has present- forefront of sharing From Away is a Best Charles Deering, Recreating the look, on a trip to Hollywood ed classics in America the power of science, Musical winner all Chicago industrialist, sound, pomp and Hot Glass where you for four decades. sparking wonder and across North America! early preservationist, showmanship of Queen will learn about glass- Founded in Moscow investigation, and This New York Times environmentalist, art and Freddie Mercury, blowing and create in 1979, it continues to fueling innovation Critics’ Pick takes you collector, philanthro- this amazing tribute your own piece of enlighten, inspire, and for the future. Learn into the heart of the pist and frst chairman band showcases rock glass artwork. Through entertain audiences about the core science remarkable true story of the International royalty’s greatest hits this program, you will worldwide. The Sleeping behind living systems, of 7,000 stranded pas- Harvester Company. with amazing au- have the opportunity Beauty, is a fne exam- the solar system, the sengers and the small Nestled along the thenticity. Relive the to work one-on-one ple of Classical ballet, universe, the physics town in Newfoundland coast in South Dade, classics with Bohemi- with the expert glass blending traditional of fight, light and that welcomed them. the Deering Estate is an Rhapsody, Killer artists to create a mime, expressive lasers, the biology Cultures clashed and a cultural asset and Queen, Crazy Little unique and fun piece pas d’action and of the human body nerves ran high, but historic site listed on Thing Called Love, We of art in the studio. spectacular diver- and mind, and more. uneasiness turned into the National Register Are the Champions and The workshop is fully tissements in a lavish Guests explore the trust, music soared of Historic Places. many more. Known interactive, hands-on, theatrical setting. world of science, tech- into the night, and Constructed in 1922, for their staggeringly safe, and incredibly Enjoy a fairy tale re- nology, engineering gratitude grew into the Estate serves as a convincing shows, Gary exciting, with no plete with royalty, fair- and math (STEM) with enduring friendships. museum destination Mullen and the Works experience necessary. ies both good and evil, interactive exhibitions On 9/11, the world for tourists and local perform a complete The class begins at a princess and prince, and unique shows. The stopped. On 9/12, residents. Tour begins two-hour Queen con- 3:45 pm. Price in- and magical stage tour begins at 12:00 their stories moved at 12:00 pm. Price cert guaranteed to rock cludes transportation, effects. The show be- pm. Price includes us all. Show begins includes transporta- you! Show begins at custom take-home gins at 3:00 pm. Price transportation, tour, at 8:00 pm. Price in- tion and tour. The bus 7:00 pm. Price includes art and ticket. The bus includes transportation planetarium show and cludes transportation will return at approxi- transportation and tick- will return at approx- and ticket. The bus will admission. The bus and ticket. The bus will mately 4:00 pm. Heavy et. The bus will return imately 7:00 pm. return at approximately will return at approxi- return at approximate- walking is required. at approximately 9:45 Moderate walking 5:30pm. Moderate mately 3:30 pm. Heavy ly 11:00 pm. Moderate RESIDENT $20 pm. Moderate walking is required. walking is required. walking is required. walking is required. NON-RESIDENT $25 is required. RESIDENT $50 RESIDENT $30 RESIDENT $50 RESIDENT $40 RESIDENT $40 NON-RESIDENT $55 NON-RESIDENT $35 NON-RESIDENT $55 NON-RESIDENT $45 NON-RESIDENT $45

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Reservations Reservations are accepted on a frst-come, frst-served basis when full pay- ment is made. Reservations are NOT accepted by telephone. Reservations can be made online at activities.sibf.net or in person at Pelican Community Park, Monday to Saturday, 8:30 am to 8:30 pm and Sunday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. On school days Pelican Community Park is closed to non-program partici- pants Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday from 2:30 to 3:30 pm and Wednes- days 1:30 to 2:30 pm. Registrations at SIB Government Center are accepted Monday through Saturday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. Reservations for spring events begins February 3 for residents and February 18 for non-residents. The waiver forms are available at the Government Center, Pelican Community Park and as a PDF download at sibf.net/cultural-trips. You must have a valid City-issued SIB Resident ID Card in order to register for any City program at the resident rate and during the priority registration period. Payment Payment is accepted online by credit card or in person by cash, credit card Dylan Beese (MasterCard/Visa/Amex) or by check. Mailed payment by check must be Looking Ahead accompanied by a copy of your valid City-issued SIB Resident ID Card. Make to Summer checks payable to the “City of Sunny Isles Beach.” Refunds Registration for summer 2020 events, in- Full refunds can be made only when a cluding the two below, will open May 4 for reservation is canceled at least 7 days those with a valid City-issued SIB Resident prior to the event trip. When the can- ID Card and May 18 for all others. Specifc cellation is made less than 7 days details will appear in the summer issue. prior to the event, a refund of ticket June 2020 price will be considered only if a re- Murder on the Orient Express placement has been found to pur- Actors’ Playhouse chase the ticket. Coral Gables, FL Limited Ticket Purchase When making a reservation for a cul- July 2020 tural event trip, upon verifcation of Wiener Museum of residence, each participant may pur- Decorative Arts chase a maximum of four tickets. For Dania Beach, FL further information about an event, please call Cultural & Community

Services at 305.792.1706. Deen van Meer

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Parks Map

Bella Vista Bay Park 500 Sunny Isles Boulevard Small park on the Intracoastal waterway. Sunrise-sunset Bone Zone North end of Senator Gwen Margolis Park 17815 North Bay Road Dogs must be on a leash until inside the Bone Zone. Dogs are not allowed in oth- er areas of Senator Gwen Margolis Park. CITY OF SUNNY ISLES Open 7:30 am–8:00 pm daily BEACH GOVERNMENT CENTER NORMAN S. EDELCUP Gateway Park K–8 SCHOOL 151 Sunny Isles Boulevard PELICAN COMMUNITY PARK Tis 5-acre park features a performing AND COMMUNITY CENTER arts stage, butterfy garden, a play area ADDITIONAL PARK LOCATIONS SEE NUMBERED LISTING including an interactive water feature, community gathering space, interactive PUBLIC BEACH ACCESS LOCATIONS kiosk and a parking garage. Open 7:30 am–9:00 pm except Thursday, 1 HERITAGE PARK noon–9:00 pm 2 GOLDEN SHORES PARK Golden Shores Community Park 3 PELICAN COMMUNITY PARK 201 191 Terrace Te ‘Gateway to Heritage Park’ 4 SEN. GWEN MARGOLIS PARK includes playground area, picnic table 5 SAMSON OCEANFRONT PARK and a bench swing. 6 TOWN CENTER PARK Sunrise-sunset 7 GATEWAY PARK Heritage Park 8 PIER PARK 19200 Collins Avenue 4 acres of park and play space including 9 BELLA VISTA BAY PARK 2 playgrounds, Memorial Wall and 10 OCEANIA PARK fountains, water play area, stage, dog

11 INTRACOASTAL PARK park, large open lawn and public parking. Open 7:30 am–8:45 pm except Friday, noon–8:45 pm

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Parks provide a chance for people to connect—where life long friendships are formed, where the gap between generations is bridged and people discover what they have in common. Parks foster a sense of community. Most City parks feature free wireless internet access. All parks are equipped with a Thor Guard Lightning Prediction System that provides advance notice of lightning conditions. When activated, here is how the system works:

1 ONE long horn blast indicates possible lightning in the area 2 Get TO a safe indoor area immediately 3 THREE shorter horn blasts signal that it is safe to return to the park

Intracoastal Parks Pier Park 159 to 163 Street, Collins Avenue 16501 Collins Avenue A linear passive park with art, walking A fshing pier with beach access, life- paths, benches and a playground. guard stand, metered public parking, Playground is open 8:00 am–8:00 pm restrooms, showers, and a restaurant Park closes at sunset are at this park. Pier is open 24 hours a day, except for Oceania Park Mondays and Thursdays when it closes 16320 Collins Avenue: from 8am – 10am for maintenance. South of Sunny Isles Boulevard There is a small admission fee. Landscaped with seating areas. Sunrise-sunset Samson Oceanfront Park 17425 Collins Avenue Pelican Community Park Recently upgraded with a fresh new and Community Center look, the amenities include: beach 18115 North Bay Road access, benches, a boardwalk, a pavilion Located here are ofces for Cultural & with tables, showers, restrooms, a water Community Services, classrooms, facilities fountain, a playground, an interactive Town Center Park for rent, a ftness center, a playground, the kiosk and vending machines. 17200 Collins Avenue Chief Fred Maas Little League Field and Sunrise-sunset Located at the heart of the City featuring the Phyllis and Raanan Katz Sports Cen- a ftness trail, gazebo (available for rent), ter indoor gymnasium. Find membership Senator Gwen playground, restrooms and a play feld. information on page 28 & 29. Margolis Park Open 7:00 am–9:00 pm except Open Mon to Sat, 8:30 am–9:00 pm; 17815 North Bay Road Wednesday, 10:00 am–9:00 pm Sun, 8:30 am–5:00 pm and 5:00– A playground, soccer feld, picnic 9:00 pm, RK Sports Center only. tables, benches, restrooms, and a leash- Skate Park On school days PCP is closed to free area for dogs (see Bone Zone). Please visit the nearest skate park at non-program participants Mon, Tues, Open 7:30 am–8:30 pm daily. Soccer Haulover Park, 10800 Collins Avenue. Thurs, Fri from 2:30 to 3:30 pm and field: open 9:30 am–8:00 pm daily, ex- For more information, visit miamidade.gov Wed 1:30 to 2:30 pm. cept when City programs are in session. or call Haulover Park at 305.947.3525.

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The benefts of membership provide individuals and families with use of state-of-the-art facilities, priority program registration and discounts.

COMMUNITY CENTER MEMBERSHIP FEES

FAMILY A family consists of a parent/child in the same household; up to 6 individuals total. Resident 6 months* $150 12 months $200 Non–Resident 6 months* $225 12 months $300

ADULT An individual 18 years of age or older. Resident 6 months* $75 12 months $100 Non–Resident 6 months* $115 12 months $150

CHILD An individual under the age of 18. Resident 6 months* $35 12 months $50 Non–Resident 6 months* $55 12 months $75

SENIOR An individual over the age of 65. Resident 6 months* $55 12 months $75 Non–Resident 6 months* $75 12 months $100

STUDENT Students must be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program, and must present a valid student ID at the time of registration. Resident 6 months* $55 12 months $75 Non–Resident 6 months* $75 12 months $100

* At the time of expiration, 6 month memberships cannot be extended into 12 month memberships (i.e. paying the difference to extend the membership another 6 months). Memberships can only be renewed for a full 6 or 12 month fee.

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City of Sunny Isles Beach Community Center at Pelican Community Park Membership and Program Registration

GUEST POLICIES MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS AND INFORMATION A member may bring a guest to the Community Twelve and six month memberships to the Center to use the Phyllis and Raanan Katz Sports Community Center at Pelican Community Park SUMMER Center (gymnasium) only (not the computer lab or ofer many advantages, including: CAMP 2020 ftness center) according to the following rules: ❏ Priority registration in most programs, Ages 5–14 ❏ Te guest must check in with the front ofce, athletic leagues and lessons held at the present photo ID and sign a waiver. Community Center. ❏ A member may bring only one guest per visit. ❏ Discounts of up to 30% on most programs, ❏ Te guest will be charged a $5 fee per visit. athletic leagues and lessons held at the RESIDENCE QUALIFICATION Community Center. In order to receive the resident rate, you must obtain a ❏ Free drop-in programs valid City-issued Sunny Isles Beach Resident ID Card ❏ Use of the following when available: prior to registering for a program/activity. A govern- ■ COMPUTER LAB: Open to all members; ment-issued photo ID must be presented along with a no guests. current deed/lease, accompanied by a letter from the ■ FITNESS CENTER: Open to members 18 years condo/management ofce stating who resides in the unit, and older; no guests. in addition to at least TWO of the following: ■ GYMNASIUM Phyllis & Raanan Katz Sports ❏ Utility bill, i.e. electric, phone, or cable: within Center: Open to all members. For avail- last three months ability, check with the Community Center This summer enroll offce. Children ages 13 and under ❏ Current car registration and insurance your child in their ❏ Credit/debit card statement: within last three months must be enrolled in a supervised choice of a general All documents must be valid and include the residen- program unless under the supervision tial address used on the registration form. of an adult. camp, sports camp or specialty camp. Program Registration To see the variety Select recreation programs are available for Fees for programs held at Pelican Community of camps offered registration online at activities.sibf.net. Park, except for the after school program, are for summer fun and These programs are marked with a gold based on membership prices. At all other loca- star on pages 30 to 35. Patrons can also use this tions, fees are based on residency. Registration how to register, visit site to view additional details regarding class for spring activities, other than the after school activities.sibf.net! schedules, program content, instructors and pro- program, for members/residents begins on Registration begins gram availability. February 3 and February 18 for non-members/ To register online during the priority registra- non-residents. on March 14 for tion period and to receive the resident discount, Registration for all programs, classes and activi- Residents and you will need login credentials and a valid City- ties offered by CCS may also be processed at Pel- March 28 for issued SIB Resident ID Card. Call 305.792.1706 ican Community Park or the Government Center. to get your login credentials today. Payment is accepted in cash, credit card, or check. Non-Residents.

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The City offers a variety of youth recreational and athletic programs, which promote a healthy lifestyle and enrich the lives of our youth. Here you will fnd just some of our featured spring youth activities. For the entire list of programs and to register, please visit our website: activities.sibf.net.

Spring Break Camp Open to ages 5–14 • March 23–27 Join us for field trips, arts & crafts, games, and fun during this break from school. Spring Break Soccer Camp Open to ages 6–14 • March 23–27 This camp at Senator Gwen Margolis Park will encourage players to refine their game skills while having fun during the school break. Spring Break Volleyball Camp Cultural & Community Services Information 305.792.1706 Open to ages 8–14 • March 23–27 Take a break from studying and practice game Registration dates for programs: Resident/Member, February 3, and play strategies with qualified instructors and Non-Resident/Non-Member, February 18. other volleyball enthusiasts at Pelican Commu- Programs marked with a gold star include the option to register nity Park. online; see page 29 for more details. Residents MUST obtain a valid City- issued SIB Resident ID Card to register during priority period or to receive Art the resident discount. The City may cancel courses prior to the first class if Open to ages 5–12 enrollment is insufficient. After classes begin, there are no refunds. Instructional art program from Trazos Art *There will be no programs April 11 and May 25. Academy where students learn to work in various mediums throughout the session. Two session are offered by age on Saturdays.

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Basketball Academy Music Together Open to ages 8–15 Open to ages 1-5 Participants will focus on fundamental skill This research-based curriculum not only devel- development and physical activity. ops music skills, but also creativity, confidence and in addition supports social, emotional, Cheer & Dance cognitive, and physical development. Open to ages 6–12 Options available to participate in recre- Piano ational, advanced, or tumbling. Please check Open to ages 6–12 activities.sibfl.net for details on prerequisites. With two course options per week, beginners and advanced musicians get a firm foundation Chess to advance their musical skills and knowledge. Open to youth at beginner and intermediate Students must bring their own keyboard. levels; open to all ages for drop-in game play. ScholarSTEM Club Sports Open to students in grades 2–8 Open to grades 5–8 These technology courses are designed to Tumbling: Advanced

Students play games such as flag football, be practical, project-based, and engaging for & Intermediate soccer, battleball and more. The ongoing free students. Open to ages 6–14 program takes places Monday–Thursday. Participants will work on technical cheerlead- SIB Select Soccer ing and gymnastic skills. Dance: Hip Hop Open to ages 7–12 Open to ages 5–12 This competitive soccer program runs the Volleyball: Recreational League If your child is interested in learning moves of duration of the school year. Tryouts required Open to ages 11–15 this popular dance style, be sure to sign them in May for enrollment in fall. Contact Athletics Players will practice their volleyball skills and up; it’s great exercise too! Division at 305.792.1799 for information. participate in our volleyball league. Games are Gymnastics held on Saturdays. Soccer Open to ages 5–10 Open to ages 3–14 Students benefit from increased physical Players can continue to develop their skills activity, improving strength, flexibility and during the SEAS Recreational league or enroll The complete spring coordination while learning basic artistic in Instructional Soccer. Plus, there is Pee Wee gymnastic skills. lineup of youth Soccer on Saturdays for players just starting Karate out! activities is now Open to ages 5+ Soccer: Girls Group assignments based on skill level as de- Open to ages 6–12 available online at termined by instructor. Learn this martial art Participants will practice their soccer skills with our longtime, popular instructor; uniform activities.sibf.net. while competing in games. Enrollment open is available for purchase from instructor at to girls only. additional cost.

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Basketball, Men’s League Open to ages 18+ DATES March 15–June 7 DAY Sunday TIME 10:00 am–2:00 pm LOCATION PCP Gymnasium FEE Member $300 Non-Member $450 Fees are per team. Entire roster must be mem- bers to be eligible for member rate. English as a Second Language: Beginner Open to ages 18+ DATES* March 28–May 23 DAY Saturday TIME 9:00–11:00 am LOCATION Pelican Community Park FEE Member $165 Non-Member $240 This program is aimed to help students de- velop the skills needed to communicate and interact effectively in their day-to-day lives. Cultural & Community Services Information: 305.792.1706 English as a Second Language: Registration dates for programs: Intermediate Resident/Member, February 3, and Non-Resident/Non-Member, Open to ages 18+ February 18. Refer to page 27 for registration hours. DATES April 1–May 20 Programs marked with the gold star include the option to register DAY Wednesday online; see page 29 for more details. Residents MUST obtain a valid TIME 6:15–8:15 pm City-issued SIB Resident ID Card to register during priority period or to LOCATION Pelican Community Park FEE Member $165 receive the resident discount. The City may cancel courses three days Non-Member $240 prior to the first class if enrollment is insufficient. After classes begin, This program is aimed to help students de- there are no refunds. velop the skills needed to communicate and *There will be no programs April 11 and May 25. interact effectively in their day-to-day lives.

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Karate for Teens & Adults Yoga: Full Moon Open to ages 14+ Open to ages 18+ DATES* Ongoing DATES March 9, 7:00 pm DAYS Tues, Thurs 8:00–8:55 pm & TIMES April 7, 7:15 pm & TIMES Sat 12:15–1:15 pm May 6, 7:30 pm LOCATION Pelican Community Park LOCATION Samson Oceanfront Park FEE monthly Member $75 FEE Free Non-Member $110 Meditate on the beach under the full moon. Uniforms available for purchase from instruc- Participants must bring their own yoga mat. tor at additional cost. Yoga: Indoors Oil Painting Club Open to ages 18+ Open to ages 18+ DATES* Ongoing DATES March 4–April 22 DAYS Tues, Thurs 9:30–10:30 am April 29–June 17 & TIMES Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs DAY Wednesday 6:15–7:15 pm TIME 6:00–8:00 pm LOCATION Pelican Community Park LOCATION SIB Government Center FEEper class Member $10 1st Floor Meeting Room Non-Member $15 FEE Resident Free FEE monthly Non-Resident $25 8 classes Member $50 Advanced registration is required for Non-Member $75 participation. 12 classes Member $60 Walking Club Non-Member $90 Participants must bring their own yoga mat. Open to ages 18+ DATES April 7–May 28 Yoga: Outdoors DAYS Tuesday, Thursday Open to ages 18+ TIME 9:00–10:30 am DATES Ongoing LOCATION Senator Gwen DAY Wednesday Margolis Park TIME 7:00–8:15 am FEE Resident Free LOCATION Samson Oceanfront Park Non-Resident $20 FEE Free Get your body moving and improve Advanced registration required at PCP or the your health. Govt. Center. Participants must bring their own yoga mat.

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Bridge Open to ages 55+ DATES Ongoing DAY Tuesday TIME 10:30 am–12:30 pm LOCATION SIB Government Center 1st Floor Meeting Room FEE monthly Resident Free Non-Resident $15 Master your bridge skills, develop game strategies from experienced players, meet new people, and of course, have fun.

Mahjong Open to ages 55+ DATES Ongoing DAY Wednesday TIME 10:30 am–12:30 pm LOCATION SIB Government Center 1st Floor Meeting Room FEE monthly Resident Free Non-Resident $15 Come join us and enjoy this timeless Chinese game of skill and strategy.

Strength & Resistance** Cultural & Community Services Information: 305.792.1706 Open to ages 55+ Registration dates for programs: Resident/Member, February 3, and DATES* March 28-May 17 Non-Resident/Non-Member, February 18. Refer to page 27 for new DAYS Saturday 12:00-1:00 pm registration hours. Programs marked with a gold star include the & TIMES Sunday 9:00–10:00 am & option to register online, see page 29 for more details. Residents MUST obtain a valid City-issued SIB Resident ID Card to register during 10:05–11:05 am priority period or to receive the resident discount. The City will cancel LOCATION Pelican Community Park courses prior to the first class if enrollment is insufficient. FEE Resident/Member Free *There will be no programs April 11 and May 25. Non-Resident $40 **Participants who miss two consecutive classes will be removed from Get active! A low impact class to improve the class roster. posture, balance, range of motion, flexibility and muscle strength.

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Tai Chi** Open to ages 55+ DATES* March 2–May 27 DAYS Monday, Wednesday SIB Branch TIME 8:30–9:30 am Library Programs LOCATION Samson Oceanfront Park Spring 2020 TIME 10:00–11:00 am LOCATION Pelican Community Park Miami-Dade County Sunny Isles Beach Branch Library hours are Monday, FEE Resident Free Tuesday, Friday and Saturday from 9:30 am–6:00 pm; Wednesday and Thurs- Non-Resident $40 day from 11:30 am–8:00 pm. Unless otherwise noted, classes and programs Come try this ancient form of exercise that are held in the First Floor Meeting Room of the Sunny Isles Beach Government can help maintain strength, flexibility and Center, 18070 Collins Avenue. For more information call 305.682.0726. balance. All skill levels welcome. Programs for Adults Programs for Children Basic Introduction to Computers Bedtime Stories Yoga, Chair** Ages 55+ Ages 3–5 yrs. Open to ages 55+ Tuesdays: March 17, April 21 May 19 Wednesdays: March 4–25 DATES March 3–May 28 10:00–11:00 am inside library April 1–29, May 6–27 DAYS Tuesday, Thursday Basic skills involving hardware, software 6:00–6:30 pm inside library TIME 10:45–11:45 am and internet surfing. Share stories and music in LOCATION Pelican Community Park the evening. FEE Resident Free Citizenship Classes Non-Resident $40 Saturdays: March 7–28 Homework Tutoring This gentle form of yoga is practiced by sit- April 4–25, May 2–30 Saturdays: March 7–28 ting on or standing using a chair for support. 10:00–11:30 am April 4–25, May 2–30 This slow-paced, off-the-floor program is Realize your American dream. 11:00 am inside the library great for balance and confidence. Homework assistance for kids, Poetry Reading registration required. Saturdays: March 14 Talking is Teaching: Talk, Read, For details about Yoga, April 11, May 9 4:00–5:00 pm Sing for Toddlers Come share your original or ‘all-time’ Ages 19 mo.–3 yrs. Walking Club and other favorite with others. Mondays: March 2–30 April 6–27, May 4–18 Russian Social Club adult programs, please see 10:00–10:40 am Saturdays: March 21 Stories, songs and activities for April 18, May 2 pages 32 & 33. toddlers and their caregivers. 3:30–5:30 pm

spring 2020 • sibfl.net 35 NEARBY ATTRACTIONS Sunny Isles Beach is exquisitely positioned on the east coast, centrally located between Miami and Ft. Lauderdale, making it possible for residents and visitors alike to enjoy everything both metro areas have to ofer. Visit the Sunny Isles Beach Visitor Center located in the Government Center lobby for local information, specials, coupons and wonderful gifts and souvenirs!

Adrienne Arsht Center Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts is one of the nation’s largest performing arts centers, located in Downtown Miami, and is the home of the Florida Grand Opera and Miami City Ballet. For more information, call 305.949.6722 or visit arshtcenter.org. Aventura Arts & Cultural Center Set amidst a spectacular waterfront setting in the heart of Aventura, this elegant, high-tech facility provides a wide range of performing arts and cultural programming options for patrons of all ages. For more information, call 305.466.8002 or visit aventuracenter.org. Aventura Mall is a premiere shopping destination for visitors from around the world. Anchored by Nordstrom and Bloomingdale’s, the center is an eclectic mix of 300 plus luxury boutiques and shopper favorites. More than 50 eateries and restaurants are featured throughout, including Treats Food Hall in the newest wing. An AMC 24 movie theater is located near Bloomingdale’s. Twenty muse- um-quality art pieces are showcased throughout the mall. The SIBshuttle Orange Line #1 travels to the mall transit hub seven days a week, for route details visit sibfl.net/sibshuttle. For mall hours and store information, visit aventuramall.com. Bal Harbour Shops This “Shopping Hall of Fame” is home to 100 world- class fashion and jewelry boutiques and flagship stores. The Bal Harbour shuttle Our top selections bus provides free shuttle bus service (305.866.8596, Ext. 26) between Sunny Isles Beach and Bal Harbour. For more information, visit balharbourshops.com. of this season’s Bill Baggs State Park Explore the history of Florida with a free guided tour of Cape Florida Lighthouse, the oldest standing structure in Miami-Dade County (Thursday—Monday, 10:00 am and 1:00 pm, year-round). The park is located in Key Biscayne. For more information, call 305.361.8779 or visit Activities Troughout floridastateparks.org/capeflorida. Bill Bird Marina The Bill Bird Marina is a full service marina with boat South Florida ramps, open 24 hours, 365 days a year, at the south end of Haulover Park, 10800 Collins Avenue, Miami, FL. For more information, call 305.947.3525 or visit miamidade.gov/parks/bill_bird.asp. can be found beginning Broward Center for the Performing Arts Located in the heart of downtown Fort Lauderdale, the Broward Center hosts operas, ballets, concerts, plays and lectures. Steps away from your theatre seat, there is pre-show dining on page 38. located in the downtown riverfront area. For more information, call 954.462.0222 or visit browardcenter.org.

36 sibfl.net • spring 2020 Design District The Miami Design District is home to more than 230 art galleries, showrooms, creative services, architecture firms, stores, antique dealers, eateries and bars. Tours of public art and design are held monthly, every first Saturday from 3–4:30 pm and every third Wednesday from 6–8:30 pm. RSVP on miamidesigndistrict.net/art-tours. For more info, visit miamidesigndistrict.net. Gulfstream Race Track & Casino and The Village at Gulfstream Park This outdoor shopping and entertainment destination features a sizzling collection of fashion boutiques, home accessory shops, signature restaurants, outdoor cafés and nightclubs. Gulfstream Park is the home of Thoroughbred Racing and Casino, offering seasonal racing, slots, poker and concerts. For more information, call 954.454.7000 or visit gulfstreampark.com. Intracoastal Mall An open-air mall located less than one mile from Sunny Isles Beach, this venue is set in an exclusive stretch of waterfront featuring a shopping cen- ter, a luxury iPic movie theater and waterfront restaurants offering panoramic views of the Intracoastal Waterway. The restaurants are accessible by land and by water. JW Marriott Turnberry Resort & Spa boasts 398 guest rooms with private balconies overlooking the tropical grounds, golf courses or pools. The complex includes two signature restaurants and a Raymond Floyd designed, 36-hole championship golf course. The âme Wellness Spa and Collective offers cutting edge spa technology, massage and skin treatments, fitness classes, nutritional consultations, plus medical and cosmetic medical treatments. Guests can enjoy the elite Caas Tennis complex featuring four clay hydro courts, day or night. There are two relaxing pools, a lagoon-style pool with a 35-foot water slide and a 1,600-foot lazy river. Las Olas Boulevard This trendy, upscale retail district is famous for great dining, boutique shopping and chic nightlife. Every weekend, visitors and resi- dents enjoy the elegant thoroughfare, and take in the sights and sounds of Fort Lauderdale’s most elegant mile. For more information, visit lasolasboulevard.com. Lincoln Road One-of-a-kind boutiques, art galleries and trendy home design shops make Lincoln Road a retail adventure in Miami Beach. Best of all, stores Oleta River State Park Florida’s largest urban park, Oleta River is and cafés stay open late for the crowd that never sleeps. For more information, located on Biscayne Bay in the busy Miami metropolitan area and just across the visit lincolnroadmall.com. Intracoastal Waterway from Sunny Isles Beach. It offers a variety of recreational Mardi Gras Casino & Dog Track From Vegas-style showgirls, to opportunities including miles of off-road bicycle trails, canoeing and kayaking, Bourbon Street atmosphere, Mardi Gras is unlike any South Florida casino you’ve swimming, fishing, hiking, picnic areas and camping. For more information, call ever seen, featuring heart-pounding slots, historic greyhound racing, and the best 305.919.1844 or visit floridastateparks.org/oletariver. poker room in the state. Located in Hallandale Beach, it is just minutes from the South Beach In both daytime and at nightfall, the South Beach section of fabulous beaches and legendary nightlife that makes South Florida famous. For Miami Beach is a major entertainment and event destination with hundreds more information, call 954.924.3200 or visit mgfla.com. of nightclubs, restaurants, boutiques and hotels. For more information, visit Miami Shores Country Club This lush, tropical 18-hole championship miamiandbeaches.com. golf course is open to the public daily and includes a driving range open from 7 Venetian Pool The Venetian Pool was created from coral rock in the 1920s am—9 pm, conveniently located at 10000 Biscayne Boulevard in Miami Shores, FL around a fresh water artesian well and is on the National Register of Historic Plac- 33138. Call 305.795.2366 for tee times or visit miamishoresgolf.com for es. This public city pool is located at 2701 de Soto Blvd., Coral Gables, FL 33134. more information. For more information, call 305.460.5306 or visit venetianpool.com.

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March 7 & 8 Carnaval on the Mile 10:00 am This weekend-long festival features the best of local art, live music, fine cuisine, and children’s entertainment. Miracle Mile Coral Gables, FL 33134 305.644.8888 carnavalmiami.com April 18 & 19 March 15 Coral Gables Hukilau Seafood Festival 2:00–8:00 pm & 1:00–7:00 pm Calle Ocho Music Festival This two-day food and music event with a Polynesian theme, features 11:00 am–7:00 pm over 100 exhibitors, kids area, pet demo, and amazing seafood. The largest Hispanic festival in the nation, this event spans 20 Tickets are free until April 1. blocks, features 10 stages, and includes music and fun for all ages. Coral Gables, FL 33134 SW 8 Street from SW 12-27 Avenues 305.812.7626 Miami, FL 33135 miamieventsandfestivals.com 305.644.8888 carnavalmiami.com May 4–10 March 19, April 16 & May 21 30th Annual Fleet Week Port Everglades Tours, May 5–9 from 9:00 am–4:00 pm Miami Beach (MB) Culture Crawl Tour active Navy and Coast Guard ships for free, 6:00–9:00 pm reservations required. Each month, various cultural institutions open their doors for 1800 Eller Drive backstage tours, exhibition openings, and free film screenings, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316 to give you just a taste of what this area has to offer. You can 954.761.2000 walk, bike, or take a free trolley with tour guide. browardnavydaysinc.org Miami Beach, FL 33139 305.861.3616 May 8–10 mbartsandculture.org/culture-crawl Florida SuperCon March 27–29 Hours vary by day Comic Book, Anime, Animation, Video Game, Fantasy, Miami Home Design and Remodeling Show Sci-Fi and Pop Culture Convention Hours vary by day Miami Beach Convention Center Mana Wynwood Convention Center 1901 Convention Center Drive 318 NW 23 Street Miami Beach, FL 33139 Miami, FL 33127 800.598.1055 305.667.9299 floridasupercon.com homeshows.net

38 sibfl.net • spring 2020 Tis spring, make your choice from these events that the region has to ofer. Be sure not to miss the fun; mark your calendar now!

Social Citizens of Southeast Florida 2020 Spring Events & Trips A non-proft, educational organization with events created specifcally for seniors and focusing on learning while having fun. Enjoy local cuisine, art, history, culture, architecture, scenic beauty and events. The $20 membership fee is renewable each October. Pricing is based on Member/Non-Member. For details contact: President Dennis Stubbolo at 305.936.0986 or [email protected] or visit socialcitizenssef.org.

Bi-monthly Luncheons—Tursdays noon–2:00 pm April 1 Price Member/Non-Member $15/$18 Wednesday, 4:00 pm–7:00 pm March 12 GEM Spring Party Upper Deck Sports Bar & Grill $40/$45 March 26 April 8 Duffy’s Sports Grill Wednesday, 9:30 am–3:30 pm April 9 Key Biscayne Lighthouse Olive Garden with Historian Seth Bramson April 23 Lunch: Rusty Pelican Upper Deck Sports Bar & Grill $45/$55 May 14 Duffy’s Sports Grill Broadway Series Monthly Trips March 22 March 11 Sunday, 12:00–7:00 pm Camelot the Musical Wednesday, 9:45 am–4:30 pm Fort Lauderdale Cruise Lunch: Seasons 52 Lunch: Big Louie’s Restaurant $75/$85 $65/$75

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Come in to the Sunny Isles Beach Visitor Center for information, gifts, souvenirs and more! Located in the lobby of the Sunny Isles Beach Government Center at 18070 Collins Avenue, open Monday through Saturday, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. 305.792.1952.

Newport Beachside Hotel & Resort 16701 Collins Avenue Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160 305.949.1300 newportbeachsideresort.com Acqualina Resort & Spa on the Beach JW Marriott Miami Turnberry 17875 Collins Avenue Resort & Spa Residence Inn Miami Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160 19999 West Country Club Drive Sunny Isles Beach 305.918.8000 Aventura, FL 33180 17700 Collins Avenue acqualinaresort.com 305.932.6200 Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160 jwturnberry.com 305.933.5224 Days Hotel by Wyndham sunnyislesbeachmiami.com Thunderbird Beach Resort Marco Polo Beach Resort— /residence-inn 18401 Collins Avenue Ramada Plaza Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160 19201 Collins Avenue Solé Miami 305.931.7700 Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160 17315 Collins Avenue sunnyislesbeachmiami.com/days- 305.932.2233 Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160 hotel-thunderbird/ marcopolobeachresort.com 786.923.9300 solemiami.com Doubletree by Hilton Marenas Beach Resort Ocean Point Resort & Spa 18683 Collins Avenue Trump International Beach Resort 17375 Collins Avenue Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160 18001 Collins Avenue Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160 305.503.6000 Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160 786.528.2500 marenasresortmiami.com 305.692.5600 sunnyislesbeachmiami.com/doubletree trumpmiami.com

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If you’re looking for things to do outdoors, here are several options close by: beach activities Beach Volleyball—Bring your own ball Samson Oceanfront Park On the beach at 17425 Collins Avenue 305.792.1706

boat rental Haulover Rentals 15000 Collins Avenue North Miami Beach, FL 33160 305.604.3456 hauloverrentals.com Renting wave-runners and boats on an hourly or daily basis. fishing Newport Fishing Pier sport fishing 16501 Collins Avenue Free Spool Too As our most beautiful Bring your SIB Resident ID card for a Captain Dennis Forgione Sailing from Haulover Marina discounted admission. attraction, the beach 305.949.1300 10800 Collins Avenue 305.582.5445 bicycle rentals [email protected] offers sand, sun Electribike freespoolsportfishing.com 10800 Collins Avenue Half day & full day trips available. and fun for all this Miami Beach, FL 33154 Available for local fishing tournaments. yelp.com/biz/electribike-miami-beach-2 786.387.1594 water sport rentals spring. Join us on the Riviera Nautica Oleta River State Park On the beach at 18001 Collins Avenue 3400 NE 163 Street shore and in our parks Jet skis, ocean kayaks, paddle boards. North Miami Beach, FL 33160 786.728.4170 305.919.1846 this season! Jet Ski King Buddy Bike On the beach at 16701 Collins Avenue 2775 NE 163 Street #118 Jet Ski rental, guided tours available. North Miami Beach, FL 33160 305.218.2764 786.489.2453

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AQ Chop House by Il Mulino 17875 Collins Avenue 305.466.9191 acqualinaresort.com/dining/aq-chop-house Cuisine: global with Mediterranean infuences BALEENkitchen at Solé Miami 17315 Collins Avenue 786.923.9305 solemiami.com/baleen-kitchen Cuisine: Eclectic international Beach Bar @ Newport Pier 16501 Collins Avenue 305.957.1110 beachbarnewportpier.com Cuisine: sushi, steak and seafood Bourbon Steak by Michael Mina 19999 West Country Club Drive Aventura, FL 33180 786.279.6600 bourbonsteakmiami.com Cuisine: steakhouse Corsair Kitchen and Bar 19999 West Country Club Drive Aventura, FL 33180 786.279.6800 jwturnberry.com/corsair-kitchen-and-bar Cuisine: modern American comfort food Epicure Restaurant at Marenas 18683 Collins Avenue 305.503.6000 marenasresortmiami.com Cuisine: Mediterranean-inspired Fusion Lounge at Trump International 18001 Collins Avenue 305.792.0600 trumpmiami.com Cuisine: sushi and sashimi/American Gili’s Beach Club at Trump International 18001 Collins Avenue 305.692.5777 trumpmiami.com Cuisine: Mediterranean-style

42 sibfl.net • spring 2020 Il Mulino New York at Acqualina 17875 Collins Avenue 305.466.9191 ilmulino.com/miami Savor the eclectic tastes Cuisine: Italian Kitchen 305 at Newport for which our local 16701 Collins Avenue 305.749.2110 kitchen305miami.com restaurants are cele- Cuisine: American–eclectic Neomi’s at Trump International 18001 Collins Avenue brated. With cuisines 305.692.5770 trumpmiami.com Cuisine: contemporary American bistro from around the world, The View Restaurant at Doubletree 17375 Collins Avenue expand your palate 786.528.2500 sunnyislesbeachmiami.com/doubletree Cuisine: American while enjoying Tony Roma’s 18050 Collins Avenue 305.932.7907 delicious flavors. tonyromas.com/sunny-isles Cuisine: signature ribs and steaks

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The Sister Cities International Program was initiated in Sunny Isles Beach in 2005. Te program encourages the exchange of culture, tourism and commerce between the member cities. Sunny Isles Beach cur- rently has four Sister City partnerships. Taormina, Itally

Taormina, Italy Tis medieval town on the east coast of Sicily, Italy is known for picturesque clifs overlooking the Ionian Sea. Te historic city, also a destination for cruise ships, was founded in the fourth century B.C. and ofers visitors a chance to stroll down quaint city streets, visit shops and restaurants all while soaking up the unique atmosphere. Taormina is home to Europe’s largest active volcano, the Ancient theatre of Taormina, magnifcent beaches, old churches, antique shops, lively bars and fne restaurants. Each June, for more than six de- cades, flm industry greats have gathered at the Taormina Film Fest for one of Europe’s premier flm festivals. For more information, visit comune.taormina.me.it.

Hengchun, Taiwan Tis historic town at the southernmost tip of Taiwan island features “Hengchun Old Town,” an archaeological site with four giant stone gates and a wall from the 1800s. Kenting National Park ofers a glimpse of Taiwanese rural life, with 300 miles of bike trails, and is the gateway to tropical beach resorts where blue waters and pristine beaches ofer visitors a place to body surf and snorkel. Pingtung County has a pure mountain-fed municipal water system enabling the town of only 30,000 to host more than one million tourists a year. For more about this amazing “Eternal Spring” destination, visit hengchuen.gov.tw.

Netanya, Israel Netanya was the frst city formed in the new state of Israel in December 1948. A host of historical sites ofer glimpses of ancient history and demonstrate the genius of the inhabitants from 2,000 years ago. Te modern city boasts beautiful beaches, wild clifs, nature preserves and green parks. Visitors can fnd an assortment of entertainment, culture and leisure options, such as cofee houses, restaurants, shopping, a lively market, movie theatres, art galleries, outdoor public events and festivals. For more information, visit netanya.muni.il.

Punta del Este, Uruguay Tis tourist destination is known for its beautiful beaches, casinos, luxury hotels, spas, restaurants and nightlife. Its location on a peninsula accentuates the natural beauty of white sands, sparkling blue waters, dunes, islands and lakes, abundant wildlife and exotic botanicals along the Atlantic shoreline. Visitors can fnd many ways to spend their time, such as boating, visiting the beach, horseback riding, shopping, enjoying a round of golf or viewing fur seals or sea lions on Isla de Lobos. To learn more about Punta del Este, visit puntadeleste.gub.uy.

44 sibfl.net • spring 2020 SIB Government Offices 305.947.0606 Pelican Community Park SIBinformation

SIB Government Center and Community Center 305.792.1706 The following is a list of the many ways the City 18070 Collins Avenue Planning and Zoning 305.792.1740 communicates to the public about City events, services, Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160 Police Dispatch 305.947.4440 meetings and news, and how to access them. Fax 305.792.1563 Police TTY Line 305.792.1589 Email Notifications: eSIBi SIB TTY 305.792.1589 Police Records 305.792.1743 SIB Elected Officials 305.792.1700 Police Detective Bureau 305.792.1714 Sign up for email notifications from the City at Mayor George “Bud” Scholl Public Works 305.792.1711 sibfl.net/notifyme. Vice Mayor Larisa Svechin SIBshuttle Route Hotline 305.741.0907 Emergency Alerts: SIBAlert Commissioner Dana Goldman Visitor Center 305.792.1952 Sign up for emergency notifications from Commissioner Alex Lama Miami—Dade County (MDC) Useful Numbers: the City at sibalert.net. Commissioner Jeniffer Viscarra MDC Clerk of Courts SIBislander SIB Government Services Print: City newsletter 73 W Flagler St 305.275.1155 Beach Condition Hotline 305.792.1940 This official City produced publication is mailed MDC Fire Station #10 305.947.1551 Building Permits & Inspections 305.947.2150 MDC Property Tax Collector monthly to every SIB home. Code Compliance Complaints 24/7 305.792.1760 140 W. Flagler Street, Room 101 305.270.4916 Radio Station: SIBradio Code Compliance Licensing 305.792.1975 MDC SIB Branch Library 305.682.0726 The official City radio station can be found on Code Compliance Parking 305.792.1900 MDC Solid Waste Department 305.594.1500 your AM dial at 1120. Communications 305.792.1706 MDC Transit Bus service information 305.770.3131 Community Programs & Events 305.792.1706 Social Media: @CityofSIB Norman S. Edelcup SIB K—8 School Emergencies 911 Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and 201 182nd Drive 305.933.6161 Fire 911 Twitter: @cityofsib. North Dade Justice Center Miami-Dade County Call Center 311 15555 Biscayne Blvd 305.354.8793 Television: SIBTV Planning & Zoning 305.792.1740 North Miami Beach This Public Educational Government (PEG) channel Police Department 305.947.4440 Water Management 305.948.2960 is available locally on Atlantic Broadband Channel Stormwater & Street Maintenance 305.792.1711 662 and on AT&T U-verse Channel 99. Contact Information for Government Offices Water Quality, NMB 305.654.7137 Video: YouTube Channel Office of the City Manager 305.792.1701 Public School Citizen Information 305.995.1128 Office of the City Clerk 305.792.1703 Other Government Services View video programming including event recaps, Building Department 305.947.2150 Auto Tag Agency in North Miami Beach lectures, workshops and informational videos at 313 NE 167th Street 305.770.1900 Code Compliance 305.792.1760 youtube.com/cityofsib. Cultural and Community Services 305.792.1706 Driver’s License Office North Dade Justice Center Website: sibfl.net CCS Fax 305.792.1566 15555 Biscayne Blvd 305.229.6333 The City of Sunny Isles Beach maintains its official Finance Department 305.792.1707 Social Security Administration Human Resources 305.792.1708 18475 N.W. 2nd Avenue 800.772.1213 website with up-to-date information regarding City Information Technology 305.792.1709 U.S. Post Office 800.275.8777 news, alerts, events and more.

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