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Free Zika Testing by Florida Department of Health in Miami Beach
September 14, 2016 // 10 am -
2 pm & 5 - 7 pm
Do you live or work within the designated Zika zone in Miami Beach? The Florida Department of Health is conducting free Zika testing at the Miami Beach Police Department located at 1101 Washington Avenue.
You must show a picture ID to prove you live and/or work within the Zika zone, from 8 Street to 28 Street from the Ocean to the Bay. See below for more information.
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Life Alliance Organ Recovery Agency
Every third Thursday in the Stephen P. Clark Center Lobby beginning
September 15, 2016 // 10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Representatives from the agency will provide residents with information about how to become a registered organ and tissue donor.
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The U.S. Department of State, Miami Passport Agency
will be open for passport services for "Saturday Passport Day"
The U.S. Department of State, Miami Passport Agency, invites customers to take advantage of the opportunity to apply for, or renew, a U.S. passport on Saturday, September 17, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., during a special "Saturday Passport Day."
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RUN 4-LIFE
Sunday, October 23
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ife Alliance Organ Recovery Agency at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine will be holding a RUN 4-LIFE event to benefit organ, eye and tissue donation education efforts.
This event will take place on Sunday, October 23, 7:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. at Charnow Park located at 300 Connecticut Street, Hollywood, Florida 33019.
The 5K Run/Walk event is 3.1 miles and runs around Hollywood Beach strip starting and ending at Charnow park. For more information and to view race course, please visit >>
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FedAssist
- Representatives from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services will be available to answer questions and general information
to the public on a walk-in basis. Resource materials to help you study for the citizenship test will also be available.
Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) -
will be providing services for low-income veteran families: Short Term Case Management, Rental Assistance, Utility Deposit/Rental Assistance, Security Deposit Assistance, Patriot Pass Assistance, Emergency Supplies, and Childcare Assistance.
DCF/ACCESS - The Department of Children and Families (DCF) will be offering their
ACCESS program, which provides the following services: Temporary Cash Assistance, Food Stamps, Medicaid, and Refugee Assistance.
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DMV to Go - Every third Thursday of the month renew or replace driver's license or state ID card.
MDX-SunPass - Every third Thursday of the month MDX will provide all attendees with a free SunPass mini for all vehicles in their household as well as informing residents about current and future MDX projects.
Life Alliance - Organ Recovery Agency (LAORA) will have representatives available every third Thursday of the month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to educate residents on how to become a registered organ and tissue donor.
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Take the Train, Take the Test -
the Florida Department of Health, Miami-Dade Transit and 3-1-1 have joined forces to offer free HIV and STD testing to the public at select Metrorail stations.
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All advisory board meetings are open to the public in compliance with Florida Sunshine Statutes
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The Next Asian American Advisory Board Meeting:
Chairperson: Barnaby Min
Tuesday, October 11, 2016 from 6 - 8 pm
SPCC 111 NW 1st Street, (CITT) 10th floor conference room
For more information, contact Mohammad Shakir, Director at (305) 375-1570
*Boards usually do not meet during the months of August and December
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The Miami-Dade County Black Affair Advisory Board "I Support B.O.B"
(Black Owned Businesses) campaign is an effort to empower black business owners while encouraging potential customers to build wealth within their communities.
If you're interested in registering your "Black Owned Business" (B.O.B) in the Black World Guide, please follow directions on the registration form here: Black World Guide Registration >>
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The Next Black Affairs Advisory Board Meeting:
Chairperson: Stephen Hunter Johnson
Wednesday, October 5, 2016 from 10 - 11:30 am
SPCC 111 NW 1st Street, 10th floor rear conference room
For more information, contact Retha Boone-Fye, Director at (305) 375-4606
*Boards usually do not meet during the months of August and December
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The Next Commission for Women Board Meeting:
Chairperson: Mara Zapata
Wednesday, September 28, 2016 from 6 - 7:45 pm
North Miami Public Library, Community Meeting Room, 835 NE 132nd St.
For more information, contact Laura Morilla, Director at (305) 375-4967
*Boards usually do not meet during the months of August and December
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"International Day of Peace"
Wednesday, September 21, 2016 // 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Stephen P. Clark Center Lobby, 111 NW 1 Street
Gather for activities aimed at strengthening the ideals of peace among our diverse people: visual art showcase, peace assembly, youth dialogue, musical and theatrical performances, brown bag lunch and more.
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The Community Relations Board General Membership Meeting:
Chairperson: Edward Shohat
Wednesday, September 21, 2016 from 2 - 4 pm
Stephen P. Clark Center, 111 NW 1 Street, 2nd floor Commission Chambers
For more information, contact Amy Carswell, Director at (305) 375-1406
*Boards usually do not meet during the months of August and December
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September 15th - October 15th is National Hispanic Heritage Month
The Miami-Dade County Hispanic Affairs Advisory Board will kick off their 2016 Hispanic Heritage Month Exhibit on October 1st in the lobby of the Stephen P. Clark Center, 111 NW 1st Street, Miami, FL 33128.
For more information, contact Natalie Milian, Director at (305) 375-5098
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The Next Hispanic Affairs Advisory Board Meeting:
Chairperson: Abbie B. Cuellar
Tuesday, October 11, 2016 from 6 - 8 pm at 1801 Coral Way, Suite 200
For more information, contact Natalie Milian, Director at (305) 375-5098
*Boards usually do not meet during the months of August and December
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The Next Military Affairs Board Meeting:
Chairperson: Jose "Pepe" Diaz
Tuesday, September 27, 2016 from 6 - 8 pm
Firefighters Memorial Building, 8000 NW 21 Street, Doral, FL 33122
For more information, contact Gus Cruz, Director at (305) 375-4493
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Zika Testing for Pregnant Women
1350 NW 14th Street // 8:30 am - 3 pm
Please be prepared to show:
- Picture Identification
- OB/GYN contact information
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Teachers, the world's biggest cruise ship wants you as its godmother
One inspiring South Florida teacher will get an impressive addition to her resume come November: Godmother of the largest cruise ship in the world, Royal Caribbean International's Harmony of the Seas.
The Miami-based cruise line is going local in its search for the 6,780-passenger ship's godmother, with a contest inviting South Floridians to nominate an educator, mentor or teacher whose passion for education has inspired students.
Read More >>
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Focusing your attention on television, movies, video games, and technology affects your life more than you t
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"After a time, you may find that having is not so pleasing a thing after all as wanting. It is not logical, but is often true."
Artwork by Jonathan Diaz
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