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Renee's Miami Blog September 2003 Archive

By Renee Chapple, About.com Guide to Miami since 2002

History of the Freedom Tower

Monday September 29, 2003
If you live in Miami, you no doubt know the Freedom Tower’s silhouette. It is a distinctive part of our skyline. Its rich history and symbolism have now been ... Read More

What You Can Learn from History's Cons

Monday September 29, 2003
Telemarketing scams and high-stakes con-artists are not a new problem in society. This article about five con-artists in history shares valuable lessons in keeping yourself safe.

FAU Professor Becomes a Bestselling Author

Monday September 29, 2003
FAU professor David Niven has written four books focusing on relationships, happiness, success and health. He has sold more than 500,000 copies of his The 100 Simple Secrets: What ... Read More

An Overview of the Florida Keys

Thursday September 25, 2003
Only an hour’s drive south of Miami you’ll find the fabulous Florida Keys, a world apart from the pace of Miami life. Their beaches, diving and fishing are among the ... Read More

September celebration of reading

Tuesday September 23, 2003
If you're having trouble finding appropriate books for your little one, here's a list of author- and expert-reviewed children's literature to point you in the right direction. There are ... Read More

Can California voters learn from us?

Tuesday September 23, 2003
The California recall vote may be postponed on account of outdated voting machines like those causing trouble in South Florida. Check out this article in The Miami Herald ... Read More

Monkey Jungle Park and Research Center

Tuesday September 16, 2003
Miami's Monkey Jungle is both a relaxing place to spend a day and a fascinating educational experience. Learn to appreciate both native and non-native simians in free-range conditions.

Habitat for Humanity

Tuesday September 16, 2003
Habitat for Humanity's local chapter of Greater Miami has projects ongoing in Liberty City, Little Haiti, South Miami and Homestead, just to name a few. This site has information ... Read More

Little Havana v. P. Diddy?

Tuesday September 16, 2003
Cigar makers in Little Havana claim the rapper made a video that exploited top-secret cigar-rolling techinques. P. Diddy, formerly known as Puffy for his love of high-class cigars, taped ... Read More

Top 5 BBQ Books

Monday September 8, 2003
In Miami, it's always grill season! Grilling year-round means that recipes tend to get old fast. If you're tired of your same old grill recipes, it's time to spice ... Read More

A Plague for Key West's Chickens?

Sunday September 7, 2003
If you have trouble putting up with our Miami moore hen (those turkey/duck looking birds around the canals), you would definitely not want to move to Key West. At ... Read More

NFL's Official Dolphins Site

Sunday September 7, 2003
It's not rabbit season... it's not duck season... it's Dolphins season! Despite the home-opener downer, this guide is still optimistic about this season's possibilities. The Miami Dolphins Official ... Read More

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