January 19, 2007
Pablo Arraya Tennis Academy. Pablo Arraya became a professional tennis player in 1980 and has won numerous world  titles since. Pablo represented Argentina at the 1992 Summer Olympics in Barcelona, Spain and has been in the top 30 ATP-ranking players in the world.

Pablo has been teaching at the Tennis Courts at Key Biscayne for many years. Whether you have a young child whom would like to learn tennis or a potential Olympiad, Arrayo Tennis Academy is the place for you.

For more information please contact
Pablo Arraya Tennis Academy
6700 Crandon Blvd.
Key Biscayne, FL 33149
305-361-5263
parraya@aol.com
http://arrayatennis.com 


Juice Zone is a wonderful concept in healthy eating that is delicious, quick and convenient. We proudly serve wraps, salads, paninis, smoothies, fresh squeezed fruit and vegetable juices, and organic coffees and teas all day long.

Originally begun in Vancouver, Canada, Juice Zone is an award-winning concept that has already found its way into the U.S., Canada, China, India, Ireland, Mexico, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and the United Kingdom. We are very proud to be part of the Key Biscayne community. We would be delighted to make your next birthday party, corporate lunch, or social gathering a very special event.

We are open Monday through Saturday, 8:00am - 8:00pm, and Sundays 9:00am - 7:00pm. We look forward to meeting you!

Suzanne Roberts
Juice Zone of Key Biscayne
328 Crandon Blvd. #108
Key Biscayne, FL 33149
Phone: 305-361-0028
Fax: 305-361-0030
lroberts@juicezone.com
www.juicezone.com


Tarafa & Iriondo - Julie Alvarez has been a Sales Manger and Sales Associate for more than 25 years, counseling and assisting international customers in Key Biscayne, Brickell, Coconut Grove and Coral Gables. She recently joined Tarafa & Irondo and helps her clients buying, renting and selling single family and condominium residences as investments, primary and second homes. Her expertise includes property management and serving as the lead person for legal, accounting and financing services for them.

Julie was appointed to the Presidential Advisory Group of the Realtor Association of Greater Miami and the Beaches which created one of the first International Councils.  She is an active Association volunteer, including service on the Board of Directors, Executive Committee and as Chair of the Professional Standards and Arbitration Committee.  She is also an active volunteer in the community, including United Way of Dade County and the Village of Key Biscayne government, as Co-Chair of the Community Center Committee and Zoning Code Review Committee.

Tarafa & Iriondo
Julie S. Alvarez
(305) 361-1789
juliealvarez01@aol.com


January 24 at 6:15 pm John E. Reynolds III will be discussing the state of marine mammal issues in the Rosenstiel school auditorium

There will be a reception that precedes the evening and it begins at 5:30 pm. The lecture will delve into the coupling of marine mammal science with policy.

For more information please contact:
Ivy Kupec
Rosenstiel School of Marine & Atmospheric Science
305-421-4061
www.rsmas.miami.edu
4600 Rickenbacker Causeway
Miami, FL 33149


Saturday, Jan. 27 from 10am-1pm: Integrated yoga class.

Integrated yoga is a blend of physical poses, breathing techniques, and meditation aimed at purifying, invigorating, and strengthening the individual.  The cost is $50, and the session will be directed by Veronica Vidal.

For more information, please contact:
Veronica Vidal
(305) 799-7059
2490 Coral Way, 2nd Floor
Miami, FL 33145
www.rinayoga.com


January 28 at 11am - Come join the Beth David Congregation for hot chocolate and champagne.

There will also be a silent auction to benefit the Beth David community including Gordon Schools. There will be an elegant catered brunch by "Events by Premier" along with entertainment for children and adults.

For more information please contact:
Beth David Congregation
305-854-3911
2625 SW 3 Ave
Miami, FL 33129


Saturday, Feb. 3 from 7:30-11:30pm – Stone Crabs under the Stars:

Key Biscayne Presbyterian Church Preschool invites you to join them for a night of stone crabs and churrasco, as well as silent auction fundraiser at the Key Biscayne Beach Club.  Tickets are $65 per person, and will be sold in the preschool office.  Tables of ten may be reserved.

For more information, please contact:
The Key Biscayne Presbyterian Church Preschool
(305) 361-2058


February 24 - The Academy of Martial Arts is gearing up to produce many Champs this year at our up coming Kick/USA Tournament at La Salle High School and as a result we will be hosting three seminars in order to prepare for them.

Jan 19 - RDCA 1st Tournament Seminar - 4 to 5:30pm - $40 per person. Open to all those present students and interested students in participating in the KICK/USA Tournament on Feb 24th. 2007 at La Salle High School.

Jan 29 - RDCA Competition Team Try Outs - 5:30pm - FREE. Open to Present students as well as new students interested in martial arts and competing.

Feb 1 -Registration Deadline for all competitors of the KICK/USA Event on Feb 24. Cost is $40. After the 1st $50 per student. Registration online available at www.kickusa.com

Feb 24 from am to 5 pm - ***KICK/USA Region Three Tournament at La Salle High School. Cost $50 at the door per competitor $5 for Spectators. Registration opens at 8am.

For further info call the school or register online at www.kickusa.com

Academy of Martial Arts
328 Crandon Blvd. Suite 206
Key Biscayne Fl 33149
305-365-0120 phone
305-365-0023 fax
www.rdca.net


SAVE THE DATE:

Thursday, February 8 - CANCER AUXILIARY LUNCHEON - The Key Biscayne Women’s Auxiliary of the American Cancer Society will host its annual luncheon at the Ocean Club

Saturday, February 10 - PTA DINNER DANCE AUCTION - The annual Key Biscayne K-8 Center PTA Dinner-Dance Auction will be held at 7pm at the Links. Tickets are $75 per person.  This year’s theme is a Key Sock Hop.  Fifties attire is optional.  For more information, call the PTA at 305-361-5418 or email them at bkcs55th@hotmail.com 

Friday, March 16 AQUA PARTY - The Key Biscayne Community Foundation presents the Aqua Party. For more information, visit www.keybiscaynefoundation.org.


Vacation in your backyard - Crandon Park's Bear Cut Preserve Nature Walks

Explore a rare remnant of Miami’s remaining maritime hammock, scrub dunes and beach habitat and mangrove forest.  The program is held on Saturdays and Sundays from 9-10 am; noon-1p.m., and 3-4p.em.  Cost is $2.  Call 305-361-6767 for reservations.  Meet at the Crandon Park Visitors and Biscayne Nature 6767 Crandon Blvd.


Are you happy with the cost of your property insurance? The Key Biscayne Chamber of Commerce and Village of Key Biscayne have been working for you on this issue.

The proposed National Catastrophe Insurance currently under consideration in our House and Senate shows the most promise of coming to our aid with affordable windstorm insurance. A petition has been started, anyone over 18 who lives in the state of FLorida can sign. Please read the following information and if you are in agreement, show your support by signing this document and sending it to your family and friends that reside in FLorida.


Friday, Feb. 9: Deadline for advertisement placement in the Island Life Magazine.

Limited advertising space is now available. The magazine will be distributed in mid-March, in conjunction with the Sony-Ericsson Tennis Tournament. 

For advertising information, please contact:
The Islander News
James Owens
(305) 361-3333 ext. 21   


Tickets for the 2007 Sony Ericsson Open are on sale now! The 2007 Sony Ericsson Open runs from March 21 -April 1. Be sure to buy your tickets for all 22 sessions as well as tickets to the finals.

For more information please contact:
Sony Ericsson Open
305-442-3367
tickets@imgworld.com
www.sonyericssonopen.com


Reverse mortgage calculator available to those who need it! Please be sure to visit out new reverse mortgage website at www.lifeinreverse.com . If you press the “Get Educated” button, there is an answer to just about every conceivable reverse mortgage question one might have. There’s also a reverse mortgage calculator and a lot of other important reverse mortgage information. There have been a lot of recent Legislative reforms and I am happy to make a presentation at your office, place worship or community gathering to give an up-to-date reverse mortgage education.

For more information please contact:
Pamela Kirkpatrick
Allied Mortgage Group
255 East Dania Beach blvd. Ste#222
Dania Beach, FL 33004
www.lifeinreverse.com
954-342-2033


Inner Strength Studio is expanding and will be relocating to 660 Crandon Blvd., Suite 160 in February of 2007. 

For more information, please contact:
Inner Strength Studios
Adita Lang
(305) 365-5264


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88 West McIntyre Street, Suite 100
Key Biscayne, FL 33149
Phone. 305.361.5207
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