It’s been a Fraser family tradition since 1970: On the last Thursday in February, they flee the winter weather in western Pennsylvania for Florida sunshine and a few days playing golf. And The Senator Course at Don Shula’s Golf Club has hosted the Pap Fraser Memorial Tournament, named for the family patriarch, for all 51 years. “It’s really like a second home for us,” said William “Bill” Fraser...

Workout: To do at home, in the gym or on the go

Sports By Paula Liu Yoga Instructor Shula’s Athletic Club Thursday, March 18, 2021

The Bridge Pose - Setu Bandha Sarvangasana This pose opens up your shoulders and chest and strengthens your back, glutes and hamstring muscles. It also stretches your hip flexors and thighs while increasing flexibility in your spine. 1. Lie down on your back. Bend both knees and place the soles of your feet flat on the floor, as shown in the photo above. Allow your arms to rest alongside your torso. Align your knees directly above...
Antonio Llanos grew up as a computer whiz kid. So it was natural for him to pursue a career in computer science, which has lasted 25 years and counting. And Llanos, 47, of Miami Lakes, is sharing his knowledge with those hungry for computer skills in his hometown: Students and staff at Barbara Goleman Senior High School. Llanos said he volunteers on his own time because he’s always in a mood to give back to his...

Passover festival celebrates Jewish history of survival

Community By Rabbi Mendel Weiss Chabad Jewish Center Miami Lakes Thursday, March 18, 2021

What Is Passover? The eight-day festival
of Passover is celebrated in the early spring, from the 15th through the 22nd of the Hebrew month of Nissan, or March 27 - April 4, 2021. Passover (known in Hebrew as Pesach, or to pass over) commemorates the emancipation of the Israelites from slavery in ancient Egypt. Pesach is observed by avoiding leaven and high- lighted by the Seder meals which include four cups of wine, eating matzo...

Who’s Who in Miami Lakes: Juan Rodriguez

Community By David Snelling, Reporter Thursday, March 18, 2021

Officer Juan Rodriguez, 58, is the community service officer for the Miami-Dade Police Department’s district in the Town of Miami Lakes. In 2016, he was named Municipal Police Officer of the Year during the 41st Annual Citizens Crime Watch of Miami-Dade award ceremony. Rodriguez lives in Hialeah with his wife Danay Rodriguez, 53. They have three children: David A. Rodriguez, 35; Juan F. Rodriguez, 29 and Victoria Rodriguez,...
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