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The Aventura Arts and Cultural Center

The Aventura Arts & Cultural CenterAventura Arts & Cultural Center

The new Aventura Arts & Cultural Center is a state-of-the-art, 14,864-square foot, 324-seat waterfront complex provided by the City of Aventura and managed by Broward Center for the Performing Arts.  It hosts performing arts, cultural and educational programming for all ages.  The Center is located at 3385 NE 188th St, Aventura FL 33180 .

Stay current with events at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center by subscribing to the eNewsletter.  Click here to subscribe.

For more information or to purchase tickets to events visit www.AventuraCenter.org.

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A Little Friday Fun

Friday Fun

Check out this funny ad from Fiat.

Have a great weekend.  You can contact me at (305) 329-4929 or [email protected]

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Calling All Kids (And Their Parents) Ages 8 – 10!

Macys 5th Annual Spelling BeeMacy's 5th Annual Spelling Bee

When:  August 28, 2010 at 2:00pm

Where:  Aventura Mall

From August 7th to September 12th Macy’s will be holding spelling bees at select stores throughout the country.  The winner of each local spelling bee will receive a year of online learning from Kaplan Tutoring, a $150 Scholastic online gift card and a trip to New York City to compete in the finals at Macy’s Herald Square on Sunday, September 26, 2010.  The grand prize winner will receive a $5,000 Kaplan Tutoring Scholarship and a $500 Scholastic online gift card.

This event is hosted by Reading Is Fundamental (RIF).   RIF motivates children to read by working with them, their parents and community members to make reading a fun part of every day life.  Last year RIF provided 4.4 million children with 15 million new books and literary resources.  To learn more go to www.rif.org.

For more details and a complete listing of Macy’s locations hosting the spelling bee, go to www.macys.com/spellingbee.

If you are interested in buying, selling or leasing real estate in and around the Aventura area please contact me at (305) 329-4929 or [email protected]

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Do You Have What It Takes To Be The Next … Aventura STAR?

Aventura STAR – Aventura’s Talent CompetitionAventura STAR

Open auditions for the next Aventura STAR will be held on the following dates:

  • Sunday, September 26, 2010 from 12:00pm – 2:00pm
  • Saturday, October 16, 2010 from 12:00pm – 2:00pm
  • Tuesday, October 26, 2010 from 5:30pm – 7:30pm

Audition Location:  Community Recreation Center at 3375 NE 188th St, Aventura FL  33180

  • auditions are for Aventura Residents Only
  • groups are limited to 5 contestants
  • proof of residency is required for all participants

Click here for the rules and an application.

The Aventura STAR finals will be held during the 15th annual Founders Day Celebration.

Sunday, November 7, 2010 starting at 12:00pm

Founders Park Bayside

For details and information visit www.cityofaventura.com or call the Community Recreation Center at (305) 466-3883.

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Go Green

The City of Aventura’s Commitment To Going GreenGo Green

The City of Aventura is currently in the process of becoming a Green Local Government, as certified by the Florida Green Builders Coalition (FGBC).  The FGBC designates Green Cities and Counties for outstanding environmental planning.  The program focuses on improving environmental performance through:

  • waste reduction
  • water conservation
  • air quality improvements
  • other criteria

Becoming a Green City is an opportunity to improve environmental sustainability by:

  • improving existing programs
  • starting new programs
  • setting an example to the community

It is expected that Read the rest of this entry »

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AVENTURA Update

AVENTURA update – the City of Aventura’s Official NewsletterAVENTURA update

The AVENTURA update is published several times a year and is designed to inform the Residents of Aventura.  The newsletter represents the City Commission’s continued commitment to keep the community updated on important issues, including city government and services.  This newsletter is published on a quarterly basis.  Your comments and suggestions are welcome.

The City’s mission is to join with the community to make Aventura a city of the highest quality and a City of Excellence.  This is accomplished by providing RESPONSIVE, COST EFFECTIVE and INNOVATIVE local government services.

To read the current edition of the City’s online newsletter click here.

For more information visit the City of Aventura’s website www.cityofaventura.com.

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News Release: Halloween Harvest in Aventura

Halloween Harvest – City of Aventura, FLHalloween Harvest

Children and families are encouraged to come in costume and participate in:

  • the crazy fun maze
  • bounce houses
  • carnival games
  • a trick or treat trail
  • arts & crafts
  • costume parade

Parking is located at the Harbour Centre on the corner of 29th Avenue and NE 188th Street.  Complimentary shuttle service will be provided.

Date:  Sunday, October 31, 2010

Time:  1:00pm – 4:00pm

Place:  Community Recreation Center at 3375 NE 188th St, Aventura  FL  33180

For more information, contact the Community Recreation Center at (305) 466-3883 or www.cityofaventura.com.

For information on buying, selling or leasing real estate in the City of Aventura, contact me at (305) 329-4929 or [email protected]

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How’s The Real Estate Market In Aventura 33180?

Market Update Report for Aventura 33180 – August 2, 2010Market Update Report

Condos – Townhomes

Click here to read the report as of August 2, 2010.

This week in Aventura 33180:

  • the Median Sales Price is $340,000
  • the 1,055 properties have been on the market for an average of 246 days
  • Inventory is tightening and Days-On-Market is falling
  • the Market Action Index shows demand heating up

The market has shown some evidence of slowing recently.  Both Prices and Inventory levels are relatively unchanged in recent weeks.  Watch the Market Action Index for changes as it can be a leading indicator of price changes.

If you would like to receive the latest real estate market data for your area delivered to your e-mail then click here to subscribe to my Real-Time Market Report. It’s free!

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Looking For An Affordable Condo in Aventura?

3610 Yacht Club Dr, Apt 411 Aventura FL 33180Portsview at The Waterways Condominium

Check out this very affordable condominium located in Portsview at The Waterways . This unit offers the following:

  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • ceramic tile floors
  • crown moldings
  • updated kitchen cabinetry & stainless steel appliances
  • great closet space
  • water view
  • covered parking
  • large terrace
  • washer & dryer
  • extra storage

This lovely move-in ready condominium is available for $268,000.00.  The monthly maintenance fee is $581 and includes the following amenities as well as cable tv, insurance, water and sewer.

Built in 1987, the condominium offers the following amenities:

  • 24-hr manned security gate
  • 24-hr manned lobby security
  • 2 heated swimming pools
  • tennis courts
  • gym
  • walking distance to restaurants, shops, parks, entertainment, etc.
  • The Waterways Marina located just steps away

Click on the following link to view photos and more information on the property:

3610 Yacht Club Dr, Apt #411

For those of you that are pet lovers, this condominium allows residents to have a pet up to 15 lbs.   Unit owners can not rent out their unit during the first year of ownership.  After the first year the property can be rented out on an annual basis.   Boat owners will also appreciate that they can even purchase a slip in The Waterways Marina, a dockominium, located steps away from the condominium.

For more information on this outstanding property as well as other great opportunities in Aventura please contact me at (305) 329-4929 or [email protected]

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Learn To Cook Like A Chef

Chef Allen’s Restaurant in Aventura – Summer Cooking ClassesChef Allen's Restaurant

Starts July 9, 2010 until the end of Summer

5:30pm – 6:30pm every other Friday

Come and learn from Chef Allen Susser and his team some of this summer’s most exciting and new dishes.  They will demonstrate two recipes and pass out samples for you to try.  You will learn about the spices they use, different ways to cook with them, and how the flavors compliment with certain wines.

The cost is $15 per person.  If you stay after the class for dinner then you will receive a 15% discount off your final bill.  Space is limited to 20 people per class.  Don’t miss this opportunity to learn to cook from an expert.  For more information call Chef Allen’s Restaurant at (305) 935-2900.

Chef Allen’s Restaurant19088 NE 29th Av Aventura, FL  33180

For more information on real estate in Aventura please contact me at (305) 329-4929 or [email protected]

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