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Dieuveny “DJ” Jean Louis, aka "Mr. Toast,” celebrated his St. Patrick’s Day birthday with an exclusive all-white soiree at the newly opened Heaven Mykonos at CityPlace Doral on March 17, 2021. The signature blue and white Mediterranean themed restaurant turned a touch of green for Louis’ birthday celebration. Louis ― a serial entrepreneur since age 19 ― is a steadfast visionary in the spirits, restaurant, boating, music, and entertainment industries. Friends and family of Louis enjoyed Heaven Mykonos’ signature craft cocktails made with Toast Vodka™ as well as an extensive list of wines. Guests had the opportunity to taste signature items from the restaurant’s contemporary Mediterranean menu including Astakomakaronada, Beef Tartare smoked at the table and topped with Caviar, Braised Lamb Flatbread, Moussaka, Paella cooked over charcoal, seasonal salads and more. Guests danced to the beats of DJ Armand Pena and enjoyed Heaven Mykonos’ virtual party robots and belly dancers. Fire dancers and live jazz artists engaged guests throughout the restaurant with live performances. A resident of Miami since he was 10 years old, the Haitian-born Louis has built an array of highly successful Black-owned businesses – including Toast Distillers, Inc. (“Toast”), a Miami-based spirits conglomerate and the famous Miami franchise Miami Subs – all while becoming a philanthropic ambassador. In 2010, surviving the devastating Haiti earthquake put life into perspective for Louis. Through this experience, Louis feels he was given a second chance at life. His mantra is, “every day above ground is a good reason to toast.” Building on their love of the restaurant and entertainment industry, Dieuveny “DJ” Jean Louis and David Garretson founded UMG Hospitality Group in 2018. In addition to Heaven Mykonos, the group includes Kuba Cabana, a lively dining concept which stems from the beautiful traditions of Latin and Caribbean music, cuisine and culture. Heaven Mykonos focuses on the flavors of the Mediterranean in a sexy lounge atmosphere. Located on the second floor of the vivacious CityPlace Doral, the restaurant offers tapas, an extensive wine list, craft cocktails and entertainment; and evolves into a sexy late-night lounge setting. Heaven Mykonos features Greek island-inspired décor, including airy white curtains and lush florals. Guests can also enjoy a second story VIP area and outdoor terrace. Under the direction of illustrious Miami Chef Jorge Mas, who serves as Corporate Chef for UMG Hospitality Group, the menu includes delicious Mediterranean seafood, seasonal salads, pastas, tapas, flatbreads made in a dedicated brick oven, and more. The impressive drink menu offers an array of wines and signature craft cocktails. Toast Vodka™ and Miami Club Rum cocktails are among the favorites on the cocktail list. Open for dinner daily at 4 p.m., Heaven Mykonos is located at CityPlace Doral, 8300 NW 36th Street, Ste 216, Doral, FL 33166. By ML Staff. Images courtesy of Heaven Mykonos

Cymbal Development, a design-driven development and construction company based in Wynwood, broke ground on March 11, 2021, on Oasis Pointe Residences, a multi-unit apartment complex in Dania Beach set to be completed by Spring 2022. The 2.4-acre complex will serve as the area’s first waterfront apartment building with 301 units, thoughtfully designed details, and exceptional indoor and outdoor amenities to create fresh-air havens of relaxation and retreat in a post COVID-19 world. The living spaces of the building will feature a mix of studios, one, two, and three-bedroom luxury apartments with open floor plans and modern features. The residential design of the luxury indoor and outdoor living spaces will respond to the timely demands for better natural ventilation, lighting, and fresh air quality while the amenities seek to enhance the mental and physical well-being of residents. Inspired by the surrounding water and nature, key amenities and features of the eight-story building will include: butterfly and meditation gardens; a boat club; a waterfront boardwalk with a 19-slip marina; a Zoom lounge with private office suites and workstations; an outdoor lap pool; a fire pit with outdoor BBQ and picnic areas; state-of-the-art, open-air fitness facility and yoga studio; an indoor lounge and game room; a dog park; and air purification, sterilization, and ionization systems that are 99% effective against COVID-19. Mr. Cymbal stated that “We are grateful for this opportunity to build an amazing project in Dania Beach, on the water, and adjacent to the myriad of dining, shopping, and entertainment options of Dania Pointe. We are here to make a significant and positive impact on the community and on this great city.” Located at 150 South Bryan Road in Dania Beach with easy access to I-95 and I-595, Oasis Pointe will be in close proximity to the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, Port Everglades Cruise Port and the corporate headquarters of Spirit Airlines and Chewy. It is adjacent to Dania Pointe, a new mixed-use development that features premier shopping and dining options, commercial spaces, and a dual-branded hotel. By ML Staff. Photo Credit: Kevin Cohen

My State MLS, the first nationwide Multiple Listing Service of its kind with agents in all 50 states and Puerto Rico, is hosting free throughout April for real estate professionals looking to grow their career and learn how to incorporate videos into their real estate marketing efforts. Videos have become an integral part of selling real estate and engaging potential buyers. The April webinars will take real estate professionals through the steps of creating a video from start to finish, including choosing the setup, planning the video, filming, editing and promoting the finished product. All webinars take place on Thursdays from 2-3 p.m. ET. Please see the webinar schedule and registration details below: “Lights, Camera, SOLD” Webinar Series: Learn how to be a star in front of the camera and behind the scenes. By using My State MLS’s advice to create their own masterpieces, attendees can win prizes for best presentation, most informative and most entertaining video during the DAVE Awards on April 29. April 1, 2–3 p.m. ET: Choosing Your Setup – David Mink, operations manager and national trainer for My State MLS, will be the moderator. April 8, 2–3 p.m. ET: Planning Your Video – Amanda Sternklar, marketing director for My State MLS, will be the moderator. April 15, 2–3 p.m. ET: Filming and Editing – David Mink, operations manager and national trainer for My State MLS, will be the moderator. April 22, 2–3 p.m. ET: Promoting Your Masterpiece – Amanda Sternklar, marketing director for My State MLS, will be the moderator. April 29, 2–3 p.m. ET: The DAVE Awards – David Mink, operations manager and national trainer for My State MLS, will be the moderator. To register, real estate and aspiring real estate professionals can visit: www.mystatemls.com/webinar_schedule When: Thursday, April 1 from 2–3 p.m. ET Thursday, April 8 from 2–3 p.m. ET Thursday, April 15 from 2–3 p.m. ET Thursday, April 22 from 2–3 p.m. ET Thursday, April 29 from 2–3 p.m. ET Where: Online. Participants will receive online directions with next steps after registering here. Cost: FREE How: Visit www.mystatemls.com/webinar_schedule to register. By ML Staff. Images courtesy of MLS

Meet Leila Centner, Co-Founder and CEO of Centner Academy, who has taken a unique approach to education by building the first U.S. happiness school. Centner founded her school in Miami near the city's Design District in 2019 after not finding the right school for her daughters anywhere in the country. Centner Academy takes a holistic approach to education by focusing on children’s happiness, emotional well-being and language mastery. Serving preschool through 8th grade, the school’s curriculum explores leadership, mindfulness, artistic development, life skills, globally-focused academics, language mastery in English and Mandarin among other languages, physical education based on neuroscience, and a healthy organic diet. The curriculum also aims to impart emotional intelligence through daily meditation and various educational approaches, in which the focus is on students' academic achievement and social-emotional development. The school also offers meditation sessions for adults, giving parents and teachers the opportunity to release some of their fears and stress around parenting and teaching, respectively. Centner Academy's happiness model, based with guidance from positive psychology teacher Tal Ben-Shahar, proves happiness leads to success. Earlier this year, Centner Academy students took The MAP (Measure of Academic Progress) Assessment, which is administered to millions of students in thousands of schools and districts across the U.S. and in more than 145 countries around the world. Test results showed that 86% of Centner Academy students are at or above nationwide benchmarks for academic performance in Reading and 74% in Math. Some of their students also learned almost double what students across the country learned in the same time period. Beyond Centner Academy, Centner has been committed to improving the lives of thousands of underprivileged children and families in South Florida through The David and Leila Centner Family Foundation. In addition, Centner has donated $2 million to the Lotus House in Miami to build a culinary center to train women how to work in culinary/hospitality industries. Next on the agenda, Centner hopes to “serve it forward” by offering their innovative educational template to charter schools and public schools in low-income city neighborhoods nationwide. By ML Staff. Photo Credit: World Red Eye. Slide show images photo credit: Armando Colls .

Looking for an art escape in Miami? THēsis Hotel Miami will kick off the season and new beginnings with a special Spring Blooming event where they will unveil a new mural by their Artist in Residence, Bojitt, and provide first-taste preview bites from Chef Niven Patel’s newest dining concept, Orno. Taking place in the spacious Paseo Courtyard on Friday, March 26 at 6:00 p.m., event attendees will be the first to see the new mural commissioned by renowned artist Bojitt, who paints bold stories in abstract ways, using bright colors and style that is cohesive with the hotel's brand. The event will be an interactive experience where guests can watch Bojitt work on the mural in real time. Guests can also enjoy complimentary sips, and preview bites of the upcoming restaurant by Chef Niven Patel, Orno, which is slated to open later this spring. Tickets are available here. We can’t wait to host you as spring and art bloom at THēsis! More on THēsis Hotel Miami THēsis Hotel Miami is the first hotel to debut within the newly launched THēsis Hotels brand. Located in Coral Gables directly across the University of Miami, the 245 room hotel overlooks the quaint Jaycee Park with views stretching out to Biscayne Bay. The hotel is home to two chef-driven restaurants led by James Beard Award-nominated Chef Niven Patel, a rooftop pool with F&B services, contemporary co-working spaces and a wide range of community-inspired experiences. THēsis Hotel Miami is located at 1350 S Dixie Hwy, Coral Gables, FL 33146. For more information or to make a reservation, please visit www.ThesisHotelMiami.com. By ML Staff. Photo Credits: THēsis Hotel Miami

A few weeks ago, a message popped up in the corner of my screen. “What do you think about people who have recently had COVID–19 getting the vaccine?” A friend of mine was eligible for a COVID–19 vaccine, but she had recently gotten over an infection with SARS–CoV–2. More people are becoming eligible for vaccines each week – including millions of people who have already recovered from a coronavirus infection. Many are wondering whether they need the vaccine, especially people who have already been infected. I study immune responses to respiratory infections, so I get a lot of these types of questions. A person can develop immunity – the ability to resist infection – from being infected with a virus or from getting a vaccine. However, immune protection isn’t always equal. The strength of the immune response, the length of time that the protection lasts and the variation of the immune response across people is very different between vaccine immunity and natural immunity for SARS–CoV–2. COVID–19 vaccines offer safer and more reliable immunity than natural infection. The immune system will usually generate an immune response to a SARS-CoV-2 infection, but not always.National Institutes of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, CC BY Immunity after infection is unpredictable Immunity comes from the immune system’s ability to remember an infection. Using this immune memory, the body will know to fight if it encounters the disease again. Antibodies are proteins that can bind to a virus and prevent infection. T cells are cells that direct the removal of infected cells and viruses already bound by antibodies. These two are some of the main players that contribute to immunity. After a SARS-CoV-2 infection, a person’s antibody and T cell responses may be strong enough to provide protection against reinfection. Research shows that 91% of people who develop antibodies against the coronavirus are unlikely to be infected again for six months, even after a mild infection. People who had no symptoms during the infection are also likely to develop immunity, though they tend to make fewer antibodies than those who felt ill. So for some people, natural immunity may be strong and long-lasting. The problem is that not everyone will develop immunity after a SARS-CoV-2 infection. As many as 9% of infected people do not have detectable antibodies, and up to 7% of people don’t have T cells that recognize the virus 30 days after infection. For people who do develop immunity, the strength and duration of the protection can vary a lot. Up to 5% of people may lose their immune protection within a few months. Without a strong immune defense, these people are susceptible to reinfection by the coronavirus. Some have had second bouts of COVID–19 as soon as one month after their first infection; and, though rare, some people have been hospitalized or even died. A person who is reinfected may also be able to transmit the coronavirus even without feeling sick. This could put the person’s loved ones at risk. And what about the variants? So far, there isn’t any hard data about the new coronavirus variants and natural immunity or reinfection, but it is certainly possible that immunity from one infection won’t be as strong against infection with a different variant. COVID–19 vaccines produce a strong immune response in terms of both antibodies and T cells, like the T cell in this photo.National Institutes of Allergy and Infectious Diseases/National Institutes of Health Vaccination leads to reliable protection COVID–19 vaccines generate both antibody and T cell responses – but this is much stronger and more consistent than immunity from natural infection. One study found that four months after receiving their first dose of the Moderna vaccine, 100% of people tested had antibodies against SARS-CoV-2. This is the longest period that has been studied so far. In a study looking at the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines, antibody levels were also much higher in vaccinated people than in those who had recovered from infection. Even better, a study in Israel showed that the Pfizer vaccine blocked 90% of infections after both doses – even with a variant present in the population. And a decrease in infections means people are less likely to transmit the virus to the people around them. The COVID–19 vaccines aren’t perfect, but they produce strong antibody and T cell responses that offer a safer and more reliable means of protection than natural immunity. Infection and vaccination together To my friend’s message, I instantly replied that she should absolutely get the vaccine. After getting vaccinated, my friend could be comfortable knowing that she has long-lasting, effective immunity and less of a chance of spreading the coronavirus to her friends and family. But more good news has emerged since I sent that message. A new study showed that vaccination after infection produces six times more antibodies than a vaccine by itself. This isn’t to say that anyone should try to get infected before they get vaccinated – vaccine immunity alone is more than strong enough to provide protection and the dangers of a fight with COVID-19 far outweigh the benefits. But when my friend and the many others who were already infected get their vaccines, they’ll be well protected. Natural immunity from infection is simply far too unreliable in the face of such a devastating virus. Current COVID-19 vaccines offer incredibly strong, consistent protection to the great majority of people. So, for anyone eligible, even those who have already had a SARS-CoV-2 infection, COVID-19 vaccines offer immense benefits. By Jennifer T. Grier Clinical Assistant Professor of Immunology,, University of South Carolina. Special thanks to The Conversation.

Lexi Underwood, nominated for Outstanding Performance by a Youth for her work in “Little Fires Everywhere,” has chosen to wear a Giorgio Armani crimson red pleated jersey dress with a voluminous embossed skirt, paired with a Giorgio Armani La Prima red satin evening clutch to the 52nd NAACP Image Awards. The show will live stream over five nights, March 22nd – March 26th at 5:00 p.m. PT / 8:00 p.m. ET, culminating in the live ceremony broadcast on BET on Sunday, March 27th at 5:00 p.m. PT / 8:00 p.m. ET. By ML Staff. Courtesy of Giorgio Armani/Photo by Zack Whitford BFA

Upon entry to this 8 bedroom, 8.5 bathroom home, you are greeted by vast open living spaces tastefully furnished by world renowned brand Roche Bobois and seamlessly integrating the indoor/outdoor living and entertaining. Spacious 1st floor features open chef and prep kitchens, formal and informal dining rooms, movie theatre and guest suite. Head upstairs by custom glass staircase or elevator and be greeted by the Master Suite with sweeping water views and an open flow with dual vanities and showers, floating tub, custom walk-in closets and midnight bar. Enjoy infinity-edge marble pool and jacuzzi, summer kitchen and cabana with sauna overlooking 100 feet of water frontage. Guest House, 6 Car Garage, SAVANT smart- home, and rooftop lounge. Price: $34,000,000 Bedrooms: 8 Bathrooms: 8, Partial 3 Interior: 11,058 Sq Ft. Exterior: 0.69 Acre Click below to launch slideshow > Contact: www.sothebysrealty.com By ML Staff. Images courtesy of Sotheby's Realty

Northeast-based corporations are questioning the future of their office spaces and many are focused on relocation to South Florida. Today’s work-life balance includes working from a space that provides comforts and serenity. For this reason, corporations such as Ichan Enterprises, founded by Carl Icahn a famed activist investor relocated the company headquarters to Milton Tower, a C lass A boutique “trophy tower” in Sunny South Florida with sprawling water views. “Seeing the ocean from your office is what many of our tenants embrace as a work-life balance and positive environment,” says Gina Milton, President of Marketing & Advertising of J. Milton & Associates. The top-notch building recently completed in March 2020, providing tenants of all types of businesses customized spaces for their specific business needs. As leasing continues, Milton Tower can customize spaces for tenants with all types of businesses. Executive suites range in size from 2,000- to 13,900-square feet, Milton Tower marks Sunny Isles Beach’s, first waterfront office tower of this size and scale with quality, location and accessibility that appeals to a wide range of tenants, including residents who do not want the headaches of traveling all the way to downtown Miami or Brickell Avenue. Located at the busiest intersection of 163rd Street and Collins Avenue, Milton Tower has installed a spectacular $1.6 million 18-foot sculpture, titled “Mariposas,” by artist Manolo Valdés. Valdés has been featured in many museums and galleries including The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York and the Louvre Abu Dhabi. The artist has similar pieces throughout Valencia, Spain; Place Vendome, Paris; Berkeley Square, London; Taipei, Taiwan and Dubai. Today, standing gracefully at Milton Tower, the “Mariposas” sculpture bridges multiculturalism into the City of Sunny Isles Beach. The 102,000-square-foot building features valet parking, floorto- ceiling glass windows with direct ocean, Intracoastal and city views, ground floor café, T1 & T3 data lines, Wi-Fi connected common areas, onsite fitness center, six-floor parking garage, outdoor terraces, dedicated emergency power, and electric vehicle charging stations. Click below to launch slideshow > The extensive new development that has occurred in Miami and other major submarkets has increased commute times dramatically. Law firms, financial institutions, technology companies, accounting and professional service firms are focused on recruiting and retaining talent, and accessibility will drive decisions for tenants. Milton Tower provides tenants with superior access to A1A, Biscayne Boulevard, and I-95. Milton Tower, located at 16690 Collins Ave., – the last of the core land in Sunny Isles Beach – is the finale of J. Milton & Associates’ 25-year vision for the Sunny Isles Beach Town Center. On a single stretch along A1A, also known as Collins Avenue, J. Milton & Associates has completed a collection of significant condominiums, residential, office and city projects. Projects include the following: Gateway Park - City of Sunny Isles; King David; Milton Tower; Parque Towers; St. Tropez; Intracoastal Yacht Club; Sands Pointe; Sayan and Pinnacle. These Sunny Isles magnificent projects are among the most successful condominiums and have been recognized for their positive impact on the fabric of the City of Sunny Isles Beach and its residents. The leasing center for Milton Tower is open daily from Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. To book an appointment, please call 305-546-6926 or learn more about Milton Tower, please visit, www.miltontower.com. By ML Staff. Images courtesy of J-Milton

The pandemic has driven up demand for luxury property from northern buyers seeking shelter in South Florida. The allure of sunshine and sand along South Florida’s coast has long been a draw for Northerners seeking to retreat to a warmer climate, but the migration south is heating up due to COVID-19, with buyers scooping up real estate and making the decision to permanently call Miami home. Royal Palm Residences - Courtesy One Sotheby’s International Realty “Miami has always been one of the most desirable places to live in the world,” said Chad Carroll, a leading broker with Compass who relocated to South Florida from New York in 2008. “From an affordability standpoint, you get more space and better quality real estate at any price point when you compare to New York inventory. From a lifestyle standpoint, there is nothing else like it.” 580 Sabal Palm - Listed by Chad Carroll with Compass According to the ISG World Miami report, nearly 1,000 people move to Florida every day, with many heading for coastal cities including Miami. New contracts and closings for single family homes have surged in the past few months, with home sales in some parts of the state even doubling. According to One Sotheby’s International Realty, in the second quarter of 2020, Miami Dade single-family home sales in the $5 million plus bracket saw a jump by 43%, proving a stunning demand in the luxury market. “Our latest data analytics for Miami Beach, Bal Harbour, Bay Harbor Islands, and Greater Miami shows an over 300% traffic increase when compared to the same period last year,” according to Allan Kleer with One Sotheby’s International Realty. Real estate agents say that many of those moving here from high tax states like New York, New Jersey, Illinois and Connecticut are drawn in by the lifestyle, affordability and tax benefits. Florida residents pay no state income or estate tax, receive a homestead exemption of up to $50,000, and a 3 percent annual cap on home assessments. Recent high-profile transplants include billionaire businessman Carl Ichan and Leon Cooperman. “A lot of people were on the fence considering the move because of the monetary benefits, now the pandemic has accelerated their decision to establish permanent residency,” said Carroll. “They are desperate to escape the lockdowns and retreat to a city with less congestion.” 3630 N. Bay Homes Drive - Listed by Chad Carroll with Compass The flexibility to work remotely, along with the shift to kids attending school virtually, has allowed people to test drive living in South Florida. Many started off renting, and decided to stay permanently. “The majority of people are looking for a very similar type of home and existing inventory of waterfront homes is limited,” said Kleer. “We specialize in waterfront properties and our buyers want to live somewhere with plenty of outdoor space to stay safe and socially distanced. A pool and dedicated home office is now highly desired, and other luxury amenities including in-home gyms, summer kitchens and outdoor entertainment spaces are most important to buyers.” With winter on the way, agents expect to see a continued surge in demand from those seeking shelter from the cold and a potential spike in COVID cases during flu season. “Miami Beach is the new Hamptons,” said Minette Schwartz with The Schwartz team at Compass. “New Yorkers want a place where they can escape, especially during the winter. More and more people are choosing a change of scenery.” According to Schwar tz, while single-family homes are in highest demand, interest in the condo market remains s trong, with a shift in demand for rentals and sales in lower density buildings. QUINT Collection Hollywood - Listed by Chad Carroll with Compass “Buyers are primarily interested in boutique buildings with less than 100 units,” said Schwartz. “They want full-service buildings with beach service, valet to help with groceries and packages, and an inhouse restaurant so they can shelter in place with minimal contact, if needed. With quarantine and work from home these buildings are becoming strong communities because neighbors are spending more time together at home.” Royal Palm Residences, a boutique new development in Boca Raton says more than 30% of their buyers are from Chicago, noting that the proximity to the beach, concierge, expansive outdoor terraces and only 16 residences per tower as being the biggest draw. “We sold one of the residences to a couple from Chicago completely virtually,” said Nunzia Alvergue with the Royal Palm Residences sales team. “They were not able to travel to Boca due to COVID, so I did a FaceTime tour and they fell in love.” QUINT Collection in Hollywood is catering to buyers who are seeking more seclusion and an outdoor, waterfront lifestyle – offering townhomes starting at $2.5 million with private rooftop sky decks and marina slips for their residents. “It’s all about having space, and there is a limited amount of it,” said Schwartz. “With more and more companies and people relocating here, Miami has enough momentum to keep pushing forward and I think we will see property values continuing to rise.” By Patrick Stevens. 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Alana Maria Jefferson, (17), was recently named Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade’s 2021 Youth of the Year. A panel of Club staff and administration served as the judges to select this year’s Youth of the Year. Jefferson, a junior at Coral Gables Senior High School with a 3.2 GPA, has been a member of the Hank Kline Club since 2010. During her time at the Club, she has matured by placing her focus on her education and giving back to the community. She hopes to attend Columbia University or Howard University to pursue a career in education with a focus on the arts. Jefferson believes in promoting the arts and the importance of art education in early childhood development. Jefferson participates in numerous extracurricular activities including writing for the school paper which she uses as a way to bring awareness to issues surrounding the arts. Jefferson also ran for 2021 class president and credits the Club with transforming her into an extroverted, confident leader. At the Club, she participates in the Teen Club and is the Keystone President. She is also part of the Teen Event Development Committee. She and 29 other teens from Florida Boys & Girls Clubs will be competing for the 2021 Florida Youth of the Year title. The winner of the state title will receive a $2,500 scholarship, laptop computer and printer. “Alana is the ideal ambassador of Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade and deserves to be named Youth of the Year,” said Alex Rodriguez-Roig, president of Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade. “She embodies the values of leadership and service, and has proven academic excellence. We congratulate her for all of her hard work and dedication to the Club and our community.” Every year since 1955, youth from various Boys & Girls Clubs across Florida have competed for the opportunity to represent Florida as the Florida Youth of the Year. The winner of the state title then competes in the regional competition. Five regional winners then move on, and one is named the Boys & Girls Clubs of America National Youth of the Year. The National Youth of the Year serves as both an exemplary ambassador for Boys & Girls Clubs youth and as a strong voice for all of the nation’s young people. He/she receives a new car courtesy of Toyota, as well as scholarships and cash totaling $60,000. The National Youth of the Year, along with the other four regional runners-up, then travel to Washington, D.C. and speak to members of Congress and meet the president of the United States. To achieve the title of Youth of the Year on any level, Club members must embody the values of leadership and service, academic excellence and a healthy lifestyle. They should exemplify the critical impact that Boys & Girls Clubs have on the lives of young people. The scoring includes candidate essays, an interview, a speech, letters of recommendation and overall application quality. For more information, please visit www.bgcmia.org. By ML Staff. Image courtesy of Boys & Girls Clubs

Miami-based Limestone Asset Management, via a joint venture with Orion Real Estate Group, closed on Pinecrest Town Center, the mixed-use retail and office property located at 12651 South Dixie Highway, Pinecrest, FL 33156, for $32 million. Limestone Asset Management invests in and acquires real estate properties over all asset classes throughout North America. Limestone Asset Management is assuming an existing mortgage on the property. Limestone Asset Management is an affiliate of Orion Real Estate Group, its joint venture partner in the deal. Limestone Asset Management uses Orion Real Estate Group's expertise to complete all of its North America-based transactions. Orion Real Estate Group is led by President Kevin J. Sanz. The seller was represented by Jones Lang Lasalle Americas, Inc. The property offers a combined total of 94,175 square feet ― 60,484 square feet of retail space and 33,691 square feet of office space. Major lessees are Sage Dental, EWM and Coldwell Banker. Additional lessees include local favorites Anacapri Italian Restaurant and Sea Siam. The entire site encompasses 225,255 land square feet, and 435 feet of frontage along South Dixie Highway. It is located in the heart of Pinecrest in Miami-Dade County. The property was built in 1985, renovated in 1994 and 2004, and is currently 82.6% leased. “Pinecrest Town Center is a popular local center with tremendous value add potential in a booming area,” said Ibrahim Al-Rashid, chairman of Limestone Asset Management. “We are very pleased to have closed on this property in the upscale suburb of Pinecrest.” “Pinecrest is one of the most affluent neighborhoods in Florida, and it has a massive upward trajectory,” said Kevin J. Sanz, CCIM, MSIRE, president of Orion Real Estate Group. “Pinecrest Town Center is situated in the heart of this area, and we are excited for the long-term growth and appreciation potential of this market.” More than 100,500 residents with an average household income in excess of $141,660 reside within a 3-mile radius of the property. The median home value for the area is $535,241 ($972,298 directly within the City of Pinecrest), which is 84% higher than the median home value for Miami-Dade County. One of Limestone Asset Management’s recent purchases prior to Pinecrest Town Center was two high-end retail properties for $15.5 million at St. Armands Circle, one of Florida’s most iconic shopping and dining destinations, and Sarasota’s No. 1 tourist destination. Limestone Asset Management also recently acquired seven single-tenant outparcels around Orlando’s Mall at Millenia for $22.7 million. By ML Staff. Image courtesy of whadesign