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Heritage Planning Committee. They were recognize at the Eight Annual Pillars Awards Dinner on Friday September 12, 2008 at the Biscayne Bay-Downtown Marriott Hotel and Conference Center,1633 North Bayshore Drive. The affair started with a silent auction and reception at 6:30 followed by dinner at 7:30 pm.
The Honorees and their categories were:

Commissionner Dorrin D. Rolle for Public Service

Bro. Sullivan Pugh for Religion

Mrs. Patricia Jennings Braynon for Community Service

Mr Albert E. Dotson, Jr for Community Service

Mr. John Yearwood for Media

Mr. Jasper Johnson for Media

Mr. Jesse Holt for Athletics

Dr Zandra Rucker for Education

Mr Michael Mitchell for Historic Preservation

Mr Kenneth Kilpatrick for Humanitarian

Ms Nadia Pierre for Humanitarian

The Black Heritage Planning Committee is a subcommittee of Black Affairs Advisory Board. It is comprised of volunteer Miami-Dade County employees who plan and implements activities that highlight the rich cultural contributions of the African Diaspora. The Pillars Awards recognizes people from the community who often work behind the scenes and rarely recognized. The committee feels that these people are "Pillars" because without their efforts many programs, peoples and community organizations" impact would be lessened.

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Hotel nestled on the beautiful Golf Course in Coral Gables.

The afternoon began with a cocktail reception and silent auction. At noon guest moved into the ballroom eager to see the fashion show presentation by Godfrey del Rio.

Emcee Shannon Hori from WFOR CBS 4 welcomed the guests.

Benefactor were moved as they listed to the personal story of how a Big Brother Big Sister "match" changed a young girl's life. The afternoon delighted all as the Women's Committee of Big Brothers Sisters of Greater Miami honored their 2008 Miracle Makers.

Local philanthropist Norma Jean Abraham chaired the affair along with co-chairs Cindy Eisaman and Myra Porter.

Julia Bianchi, Paula Brockway,Constance Fernandez, Evelyn Greer, Irene Korge,Miami Beach Commissioner Richard Steinberg and Electra Spillis for"Lifetime Achievement" were recognize for their dedication to our community and were presented awards by the women's committee Co-Presidents Heidi Nosich and Adrienne Tober.

Big Brothers Big Sisters Board Member and WFOR 4 Shanon Hori emceed wich the fashion presentation by Godfrey del Rio featuring the "Best of Spring 2008" with delicious designs from Luca Luca, Rafael Cennamo and Blumarine.

State Attorney Katherine Fernandez Rundle made a surprise announcement and presented BBBS CEO Lydia Muniz with a proclamation from the City of Miami for Big Brothers Big Sisters in recognition of 50 years of service to the community".

The Miracle Makers Luncheon Committee:

Event Chair
Norma Jean Abraham
Co-chairs
Myra Porter and Cindy Eisaman
Committee Luncheon
Minerva Arboleya
Eleanor Beauman
Jill Daley
Stella Donelan
Shirlee Fernandez
Bambi Grabow,
Brooke Grabow
Sandie Lobu
Bronwyn Miller
Rachel Moscoso Denis
Nora Mullen
Heidi Nosich
Elizabeth Perez
Amber Pukel
Shelley Daniel-Rutherford
Nura Saenz
Miriam Salazar
Migna Sanchez-Llorens
Esther Sandrew
Beverley Stover
Adrienne Tober
Nadine Valme
Deborah Zwayer

2007-2008 Women's Committee Officers/Adrienne Tober and Heidi Nosich Co-Presidents

Bronwyn Miller/Recording Secretrary & Myriam Salazar/Coresponding Secretary

Eleanor Baumann / Treasurer and Lydia Muniz / BBBBS CEO

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Comcast Digital 689) a été récemment le théâtre du premier grand débat entre Républicains et Démocrates Haïtiens.

Etaient présent dans la salle, des activistes et personnalités politiques de la communauté :
• Madame Nadia Pierre, du bureau du maire,
• Commissioner Flore Lindor,
• L’activiste Aude Sicard,
• Certains hommes d’affaire Haïtiens
• et une trentaine d’universitaires Haïtiens avides de questions pour les panélistes.

Autour d’une table, au devant du Podium, figuraient les journalistes de Tropik Network :
• le rédacteur en chef de la salle des nouvelles, Mr. Gilbert Fevry
• Mr. Pierre Nazon Beauliere
• Mr. Philippe René.

Sur le podium, les Républicains ont superbement été représentes par Mr. Pierre Liautaud, qui n’a pas du tout mâché ses mots durant le débat et Georges Williams former Elected Official du parti Républicain, mais grand fan malgré tout de Barak Obama.

Coté Démocrate : Maître Ariol Eugène, Maître Ralph Kenol, défendaient avec conviction leur philosophie ; parmi eux, une femme connue de la communauté : Mme Lucie Thondreau.

Les avocats étaient définitivement représentés lors de ce débat ; Maître Kertch Conze fut le modérateur choisi aux cotés de Elizabeth Guérin.

Au début du show, l’animatrice a confié a son public que cela n’a pas du tout été facile de réaliser cette émission, vu le marronage de la plupart des Républicains connu de la communauté, contactés à l’occasion de ce débat ; phénomène que Mme Guérin a essayé de comprendre en énonçant plusieurs possibilités qui pourraient expliquer ce comportement. Mme Guérin a pris quand même la précaution d’ajouter que certains d’entre eux avaient des excuses valables.

L’émission a duré plus de 3 heures et a quand même laissé un public et des panélistes passionnés sur leur fin. Elle sera diffusée sous peu, probablement à l’heure de Bonjour Haïti, et sera visible en Floride, à New york, à New Jersey, en Haïti et dans quatre îles des Bahamas.

Nous n’avons pas pu obtenir de réponses formelles, quand à la régularité hebdomadaire de ce show, mais il parait qu’une deuxième édition, réunissant les grandes personnalités du monde médiatique est prévu pour bientôt.

A Suivre…

Reportage et photos de Rachel Moscoso Denis.

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Miami officials at the Haitian Heritage Month Kick Off Reception as they celebrated the Grand Openning of the Little Haiti Soccer Park and the Pre Openning of the Little Haiti Cultural Complex.
The party was held Friday, May 2nd 2008 and started at 6:30 PM. It was a very well organized event, and Mrs Julie Wasghinton was the Event Planner.

Decorations and productions was from P & L Productions, Pedro Garcia , president.

Cocktail and Hors d'Oeuvres by 2 Taste Catering was served all night long and music by top Vice was entertaining a multicultural public who showed their appreciation for the Haitian Culture.

An Art Exhibit dont le titre est "Art in the Neighborhood" was presented by the Haitian Art alliance. This historic art exhibition featured local artisans who displayed their beautiful works of art.

Mayor Many Diaz as well as Commissioner Michelle Spence -Jones delivered a great speech who translated the importance of the Haitians in Miami. Now Little Haiti has his own Cultural Center. Commissioner Joe Sanchez announced the "Jumelage of the City of Miami with the town of Jacmel". Mayor Jazon of PAP,Haiti delivered his speech in creole and wich was translated by Gepsie Metellus.

Marlene Bastien was the Mistress of Ceremony she sent a lot of messages (regarding the situation of the Haitians living in Miami) to the "personnes interessees" in her presentation. She really did a good job.

Sosyete Koukouye was the principal cultural group who performed at this ceremomy.Mr Jean Mapou was there to assure the quality of the performance.

The pictures will translated this extraordinary night of happiness and will show to Pikliz visitors all the movers and shakers who belong the Magic City "MIAMI'.

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our appreciation for the many ways Caribbean Americans have contributed to our country.

Caribbean Americans have helped to shape our national fabric with their vibrant traditions and their unique history. They have brightened our lives with the spirit and vitality of their culture. Through strong leadership and pride in their heritage, they have enriched America. In all walks of life, they have contributed their many talents and added to our Nation's development and prosperity.

We especially show our gratitude for the men and women of Caribbean descent who have served bravely in our Armed Forces and those still serving today. These heroes have answered a call greater than self, and we keep them in our thoughts and prayers.

During June, we celebrate and recognize the Caribbean Americans whose determination and hard work have helped make our country a better place.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim June 2008 as Caribbean-American Heritage Month. I encourage all Americans to learn more about the history and culture of Caribbean Americans and their contributions to our Nation.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-ninth day of May, in the year of our Lord two thousand eight, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-second.

GEORGE W. BUSH

Reception @ Signature Grand in Davie on thursday, June 5, 2008, from 6:30 to 9 PM

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both constitutionally and culturally and compels the exploration of these by various constituencies of the Hatian Nation.The Miami Diaspora expresses its point of views on these and other related issues as we seek ways to progress together in peace , rule of law , respect and unity for all the people of the nation.
The symposium was at barry university in Miami and was a success. Please enjoy some pictures.

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of Miami, the festival features three distinct zones with entertainment and attractions for visitors of all ages. Live music provides a continuous soundtrack to the day with bands and musicians performing a range of different musical styles across 30 different stages located on each block intersection. Other attractions include a KidzZone with plenty of events for children, a food and drink area selling mouth-watering dishes from all over the world and special cultural displays and workshops. An estimated 1 million people attend the festival each year creating a fabulous party atmosphere

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sustained bleacher building that houses a control booth, concessions, and bathrooms . An 11,000 SF community center has being remodeled from the former Grace Lutheran Church,one of the first churches in the city of Miami,principally built in the 1930s

Voila had sponsored a team from L’Athletique d’Haiti to come to Miami and play an exhibition game at the brand new Little Haiti Soccer Park and Cultural Complex grand opening, on Saturday May 3rd. L’Athletique d’Haiti was founded by former political prisoner Bobby Duval. These kids are from Cite Soleil and Bel Air and it is their first time to the US. Voila is committed to corporate social responsibility and improving the lives of young Haitians, and this is one of many programs that they fund.

The Cite Soleil soccer team played extremly well and won their match 5-1. Congratulations to Boby Duval for such a great accomplishment in Cité Soleil. Keep up the good work.

A cultural renaissance in Miami’s La Petite Haiti (Little Haiti), the most populous Haitian neighborhood outside the Caribbean nation, continues as a community complex and soccer park conceived 10 years ago come to fruition.
A series of soccer games on 3 May concluded two days of inaugural events, including an art exhibition at the 15-acre site at Northeast Second Avenue and 59th Street .The Little Haiti Soccer Park offers a full-size pitch with covered grandstand, practice field and floodlights to begin compensating for the lack of open space in the zone of shops and restaurants that has been a focus for the Haitian diaspora since the late 1950s.

Please enjoy the pictures

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to Flory for such a wonderfull night of good listening music.