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It's that time of year again...
Chamber South's 40th Annual Art Festival |
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Thousands expected for 40th annual Arts Festival,
Sponsored by First National Bank of South Miami
 Something special occurs in South Miami after the Halloween spooky season concludes and before Thanksgiving gets underway. An event preceding the holiday season celebrations of elves parading about town and shops decorating in reds and greens to highlight the spirit of the season; The South Miami Arts Festival happens.
The Chamber South's 40th Annual South Miami Arts Festival promises to be another fine art extravaganza November 5 and 6 with more than 100 artists from around the country participating and over 50,000 art aficionados expected to attend. Read more...
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Produced by Chamber South, the 40th Annual South Miami Art Festival is sponsored in part by Presenting Sponsor - First National Bank of South Miami, with support from the Miami-Dade County Cultural Affairs Department, Tourist Development Council, Miami-Dade Expressway Authority, Florida Blue and the City of South Miami along with our local sponsors, Frames USA, Power Party Rentals, On the Avenue Marketing, South Miami Chiropractic, Coral Gables Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine Inc.
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New Trustee Members
Power Party Events
(305) 883-1218
Mr. David Varona
Members
(305) 665-5712
Mr. Patrick Del Vecchio
Law Firm of Diaz and Associates
(305) 598-1800
Mr. John Mesa
(305) 665-1618
Ms. Andrea Cruz-May
(305) 215-7721
Mr. Marcos Tabares
(484) 572-6043
Ms. Amanda Pena
(239) 288-6951
Ms. Crystal Schaefer
(239) 330-1036
Ms. Chelsea Galaida
(305) 899-3000
Ms. Victoria Champion |
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Networking Luncheon & New Member Orientation 
Join us for our Networking Luncheon
Wednesday, November 9th, 2011
Time: 11:30 am
Carrabba's Italian Grill
5829 SW 73rd Street
South Miami, Fl 33143
Click here to RSVP
Guest Speaker: Miami-Dade Expressway Authority (MDX) |
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General Membership Breakfast & Not for Profit Tabletop Expo 
Join us for our General Membership Breakfast
and Not for Profit Tabletop Expo
Wednesday, November 16th, 2011
Time: 7:30 am
Miami Dadeland Marriot
9300 Dadeland Blvd.
Click here to RSVP
Guest Speaker: Rusty McClure, New York Times Best-Selling Author
Sponsored by: Jackson Health System
Gold Sponsor: Edwards Childcare and Preschool Center, LLC
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Trustee Spotlight - Ed Williamson
For 44 years Ed Williamson has been building a legacy as one of Miami's most distinguished automobile dealers. Williamson Automotive, offers Cadillac, Buick, GMC new and used vehicles.
In December of 1967, his father founded George Williamson Cadillac Company in Miami, and Ed joined him in the family business as a new car salesman. Five years later, Ed became president of the company, and in December of 1976, he and his brother Tom purchased the dealership from their father and renamed it Williamson Cadillac Company.
Today Williamson is an award-winning dealership, earning GM Dealer of the Year numerous times, and the Cadillac Master Dealer Award for more than 30 years. Ed Williamson is also an active member of the civic and charitable community, serving such organizations as the Orange Bowl Committee, The University of Miami and the Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce, just to name a few. Ed resides in Coral Gables with his wife, Carol Williamson and has a son, Trae Williamson who is President of Williamson Automotive as well. |
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Members in Motion 
Oct. 31, 2011 - Members of the South Miami Drug-Free Coalition recently elected their slate of officers for a two-year term of service on the group's executive committee. Officers provide fiscal and programmatic oversight for the coalition board, which implements strategies to reduce drug and alcohol use in South Miami.
The officers elected are:
Chairman: Kathy Sparger, R.N., MSN, Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer, South Miami Hospital
Vice Chairman: Andrew S. Yagoda, P.A., Principle, Andrew S. Yagoda Law Offices, PA
Secretary/Treasurer: Paul Merker, MS, CAC, CAP, Certified Addiction Therapist
In other news:
Margaret Prinzavalli Sotham, director of the Informed Families South Miami Drug-Free Coalition, has been elected to the Miami Dade County School Health Medical Advisory Board. The board is mandated by Florida statue to develop a school health plan, monitor and review school health services and develop new school health services.
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Not for Profit Spotlight
Karen Nercess and her husband Ed, both photographers, have owned All Star Event Photography studio since 1988. Specializing in Business Portraits, for individuals and groups, corporates events, with on site printing and youth sports leagues potography.
Karen, aka "the paparazzi" is an active member of the local business associations, and enjoys photographing the business events. As a business member, Karen is a proud to be on the Not for Profit Committee, surrounded by talented, enthusiastic members who continue to make a difference on a daily basis for Not For Profit organizations. |
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FNBSM Sponsors Photo Contest 
Congratulations to the two young winners of the Twiglet Bank poster contest, sponsored by First National Bank of South Miami! Remy LeMaire, Mrs. Benedi, B-6 2nd Grade and Nathalie Herrera, Ms. De Laurier, 5th Grade.
Both of these students attend David Fairchild and competed in the poster contest that First National Bank of South Miami sponsored to promote Twiglet Bank.
If you don't know , Twiglet was the first bank in the nation created for children and run by children. It is housed in the train caboose at David Fairchild Elementary. First National Bank of South Miami proudly sponsored the bank since its creation in 1987.
Congratulations! Read more...
Click here to see the winning posters. |
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Ambassador Spotlight
Doug Hiller graduated from UM Law in May of 2000 (where he graduated cum laude) and then went on to complete his Masters of Business Administration in May of 2001, with specializations in Finance and International Business.
He also holds a Bachelor's Degree in Spanish and International Studies from Emory University, is bilingual and has studied in Spain and Austria, which helps him serve the firm's international clients.
He has been with the firm of Robinson & Associates, P.A. for more than 7 years. When he is not busy working, Doug spends his time long distance running, cycling and an occasional scuba diving trip down to the keys. Doug is also on the fundraising committee for the Keymorada Invitational Fly-Spin Fishing Tournament to benefit the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America. |
Save the Date for SoMi's Talk of the Town Rooftop Party and Fashion Show
 The Parks Foundation of Miami Dade presents SoMi's Talk of the Town Rooftop Party and Fashion Show to benefit the Parks Foundation of Miami-Dade and Million Trees Miami.
Saturday, November 19th, 2011
6:30 - 11:00 pm, Fashion Show 8:00 pm
Rooftop Garage Deck
Click here for more information on how to RSVP. |
Save the Date for "How Sweet it Is" December 8thJoin us at The Shops at Sunset Place for an evening of delicious dessert tastings, Miami's Top Cupcake Challenge, entertainment and family-friendly activities...all to benefit families in need. Thursday, December 8th, 2011
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM The Shops at Sunset Place (1st level by Niketown) 5701 Sunset Drive, South Miami Tickets $20 (Children 7 and under are free).
Family Package for 4 is $60. For more information, contact us at (305) 663-0482. |
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We hope to see you at one of our many events!
Sincerely,
Mary Scott Russell President Chamber South |
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Thursday, Nov 3
Governmental Affairs Committee Meeting
Friday, Nov 4
Small Business Committee Meeting
Friday, Nov 4
MAC Meet and Greet
Saturday, Nov 5 & 6
40th Annual South Miami Art Festival
Monday, Nov. 7
Office Closed
Wednesday, Nov 9
Network Luncheon
Thursday, Nov.10
Military Affairs Committee
Friday, Nov. 11
Veterans Day-Office Closed
Military Affairs Committee Brick Ceremony
Tuesday, Nov.15
Gavel Club
Wednesday, Nov 16
General Membership Breakfast and Not For Profit Tabletop Expo
Chamber N-XT Committee
Thursday, Nov. 17
Environmental Committee
Friday, Nov. 18
Wellness Committee
Education & Business Coalition meeting
Saturday, Nov.19
SoMi Talk of the Town Rooftop Party
Tuesday, Nov.22
Ambassador Committee
Thursday & Friday, Nov. 24th & 25th
Thanksgiving-Office Closed
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Laura Reynolds, Chair of the Environmental Committee invites Chamber Members to attend upcoming
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Your Bottom Line:
What Healthcare Reform Means to Florida Small
Businesses | |
Friday, November 18th
Time: 9:30am-11:00am
Chamber South
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Business is Booming | |
Monday, November 14 University of Miami Newman Alumni Center
Time: 6:00 pm
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Congratulations to Dedee Van Horn
Congratulations to Dedee Van Horn for being selected as a winner of the 2011 Positive Living Award in the category of Animal/Wildlife given by the Alliance for Aging, Inc. and the members of the Positive Living Awards Committee. We are pleased to reconize you for your many outstanding contributions to the community.
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Jazz Under the Stars | |
Friday, November 2nd
Back by popular demand, Miami Dade College's (MDC) Kendall Campus will once again present its wildly popular Jazz Under the Stars concert
Friday, Nov. 4, at 7:00pm at the campus' Fred Shaw Plaza.
This year, Jazz Under the Stars sets the stage for Grammy-winner Jon Secada, Jesse Jones Jr.,
Ed Calle, and many more.
Click here for more information. |
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Grand Opening November 4th, 2011
Join us for an evening of celebration and shopping at venue btq!
Enjoy hors d'oeuvres and wine for our Grand Opening at the newest boutique in the heart of South Miami! Enjoy a gift with your purchase the night of the event.
RSVP info@venuebtq.com or (305) 661-5155.
Location: venue btq, 7227 SW 57 Court, South Miami, FL 33143
Date: November 4, 2011 Time:7 - 9pm |
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