Prepare for Francis
Tuesday August 31, 2004
Here is a comprehensive list from the Miami-Dade Ofice of Emergency Management to prepare for the possible arrival of Francis. 100 years after the infamous Labor Day Hurricane (before ... Read More
Gay and Lesbian
Sunday August 29, 2004
Many communities in Miami welcome gays and lesbians, and these resources will help you find a place to meet others.
Community Hurricane Readiness
Sunday August 29, 2004
With hurricane season in full swing, many people are thinking about how to prepare themselves for the worst. Just as important is making arrangements for a neighborhood plan. There are ... Read More
National Hurricane Center / Tropical Prediction Center
Sunday August 29, 2004
Keep abreast of the most recent storm warnings and predictions here, at the National Hurricane Center website. Located right on the FIU campus here in Miami, they monitor ... Read More
MOMS Clubs in Dade and Broward
Friday August 20, 2004
If you are one of the thousands of women in the Miami or Broward area who have given up work for the chance to be a full-time mom, you may ... Read More
Protecting Yourself from West Nile Virus
Friday August 20, 2004
With West Nile Virus rearing its ugly head once again in Miami-Dade, you need to know what to do to protect yourself. Aside from staying indoors and living the life ... Read More
Hurricane Preparation
Friday August 20, 2004
Charley reminded us all about the damage a hurricane can do, and it helps to be prepared in advance of the storm. Here are a few things you can ... Read More
What is Art Deco?
Friday August 13, 2004
When I arrived in Miami, the term art deco was something of a mystery to me. Of course, it had something to do with buildings in bright pastel colors... ... Read More
Miami-Dade's Top Schools
Friday August 13, 2004
There has been a lot of debate over the FCAT testing, but the fact remains that it is still a good way to compare one school against another. While ... Read More
Miami Spice Restaurant Month
Friday August 13, 2004
The annual Miami Spice restaurant month sponsored by the Greater Miami Convention and Visitor's Bureau offers fabulous deals during the month of August. Enjoy fixed-price lunches for $20.04 and ... Read More
Trash, Trash, Trash
Friday August 6, 2004
Chances are, if you’re familiar with the Miami-Dade Department of Solid Waste Management, it’s simply as “the trash collectors.” That’s certainly true, but you may not be familiar with the ... Read More
Monkey Jungle Park and Research Center
Friday August 6, 2004
While homo sapiens walk through carefully constructed wire pathways, many species of primates scamper above your head, swing through trees and interact with each other in ways difficult to observe ... Read More
An Overview of the Florida Keys
Friday August 6, 2004
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

