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Faith Communities in and around North Bay Village

North Bay Village and its surrounding areas offer a variety of places of worship, catering to diverse faith traditions. Here are some notable churches and temples in the vicinity:

Within North Bay Village:

  1. Ummah of Miami Beach
    • Address: 7904 West Dr, North Bay Village, FL 33141
    • Phone: 786-216-7035
    • Description: A local place of worship serving the Muslim community in North Bay Village.

Nearby Places of Worship:

  1. Calvary Chapel
    • Address: 7141 Indian Creek Dr, Miami Beach, FL 33141
    • Phone: 305-531-2730
    • Description: A Christ-centered, cross-focused church offering services and community programs.
  2. Temple Moses Sephardic Congregation of Florida
    • Address: 1200 Normandy Dr, Miami Beach, FL 33141
    • Phone: 305-861-6308
    • Description: A Sephardic Jewish congregation providing religious services and cultural events.
  3. Iglesia Jesus Es Rey
    • Address: 1133 71st St, Miami Beach, FL 33141
    • Phone: 305-867-7679
    • Description: A Christian church offering worship services and community outreach programs.
  4. St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church
    • Address: 17775 N Bay Rd, Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160
    • Phone: 305-931-0600
    • Description: A Catholic parish providing mass services and religious education.
  5. St. Bernard de Clairvaux Episcopal Church
    • Address: 16711 W Dixie Hwy, North Miami Beach, FL 33160
    • Phone: 305-945-1461
    • Description: An Episcopal church known for its historic architecture and spiritual services.
  6. St. Sophia Greek Orthodox Cathedral
    • Address: 2401 SW 3rd Ave, Miami, FL 33129
    • Phone: 305-854-2922
    • Description: A Greek Orthodox cathedral offering liturgical services and cultural events.
  7. New Revelation Alliance Church
    • Address: 11900 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33181
    • Phone: 305-893-8050
    • Description: A Christian church focusing on community service and spiritual growth.

These establishments reflect the rich tapestry of faith communities accessible to residents and visitors of North Bay Village, fostering spiritual growth and community engagement.

One Miami Cardiologist Builds a High-Tech Ecosystem to Save Limbs and Lives

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In the “Amputation Capital,” One Miami Cardiologist Builds a High-Tech Ecosystem to Save Limbs and Lives

Dr. Pedro Martinez-Clark marks American Heart Month with a 20% reduction goal for amputations, backed by a new independent hybrid surgical center and AI-driven screenings.
MIAMI, FL — January 27, 2026 — While the nation observes American Heart Month, a quiet crisis is unfolding in Miami-Dade County. Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD), a circulatory condition often called “poor man’s heart disease,” is driving a disproportionate number of non-traumatic amputations in the region’s Black and Hispanic communities. Today, Dr. Pedro Martinez-Clark, founder of Amavita Heart and Vascular Health™, announces a comprehensive “ecosystem of care” designed to halt this trend: the expansion of the Miami Initiative to Stop Amputations (MISA), powered by the opening of the region’s first independent cardiovascular ambulatory surgery center (ASC) equipped with hybrid robotic suites.
“Most amputations are preventable. The system not the patient is failing,” says Dr. Martinez-Clark, a Harvard-trained interventional cardiologist. “You shouldn’t lose a leg because you couldn’t find a ride to the doctor or because your condition was caught too late. We are moving world class technology out of the hospital and into the community to change this reality.”
The Goal: 20% Reduction by 2030
Through MISA, Dr. Martinez-Clark has set a public health goal to reduce non-traumatic lower extremity amputations in Miami-Dade County by 20% over the next decade. To achieve this, Amavita is deploying AISAP CARDIO, a military-grade AI ultrasound technology, into local nursing homes and clinics. Early pilot programs have already identified previously undiagnosed valvular pathologies in 28% of seniors screened, catching “ticking time bombs” before they become fatal.
The Technology: Rewiring the Body
For patients with advanced disease who have been told amputation is their only option, Amavita has adopted the LimFlow System. This breakthrough therapy, now available at the new Kendall facility, allows surgeons to permanently “rewire” a patient’s leg by turning a vein into an artery, bypassing blocked vessels to oxygenate the foot. Clinical data from the pivotal PROMISE II trial demonstrates a 76% limb salvage rate for patients who otherwise faced major amputation.
The Facility: A New Model for Kendall
Supporting these clinical initiatives is the grand opening of Amavita’s new Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) at the Med Square Health complex in Kendall. It stands as the first independent cardiovascular center in the neighborhood to feature two hybrid operating suites with robotic capabilities.
“World-class cardiovascular care doesn’t have to happen in a hospital,” states Dr. Martinez-Clark. “By performing complex revascularization procedures in an independent outpatient setting, we can offer patients a more personalized experience at a significantly lower cost often 40-60% less than traditional hospital systems.”
About Amavita Heart and Vascular Health™
Founded in 2017 by Dr. Pedro Martinez-Clark, Amavita Heart and Vascular Health™ is a comprehensive cardiovascular practice dedicated to minimally invasive treatments and health equity. Anchored by the Miami Initiative to Stop Amputations (MISA) and the bioaccess® research consortium, Amavita bridges the gap between academic innovation and community access.
Media Contact: Patty Vila
C: 305-498-9660
pattyvilamedia@outlook.com

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Explore Culinary Inspiration at the 2026 Tour of Kitchens in Coral Gables

Explore Culinary Inspiration at the 2026 Tour of Kitchens in Coral Gables
CORAL GABLES, FL — Food lovers, design enthusiasts, and community supporters are invited to mark their calendars for a beloved annual tradition, the 17th Tour of Kitchens & Tropical Living, taking place on Saturday, February 7, 2026. This signature Coral Gables event blends architectural beauty, culinary delights, and community impact in a uniquely engaging experience.
Presented by the Coral Gables Community Foundation, the Tour of Kitchens offers participants a self-guided journey through some of the city’s most stunning private residences and beautifully curated kitchen spaces. Attendees will have the rare opportunity to step inside these exclusive homes, gathering inspiration for design, décor, and lifestyle. Along the way, delicious bites and refreshing sips from top local restaurants and premium beverage brands enhance each stop, making the tour as flavorful as it is visually inspiring.
Event Details

Date: Saturday, February 7, 2026
Opening Event & Check-In: 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM at The Plaza Coral Gables, Courtyard, 3011 Ponce de Leon Blvd
Tour Hours: 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM
Closing Event Party: 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM at Maison & Co

Guests check in at the opening event to receive a wristband and tour program. From there, the tour is completely self-guided. Visitors may explore the homes in any order they choose throughout the day. At each stop, featured restaurants and culinary vendors offer tastings, while local artisans and merchants showcase kitchen and home-related goods to shop and enjoy.
A Celebration With Purpose
More than a lifestyle outing, the Tour of Kitchens is a major fundraiser for the Coral Gables Community Foundation and the Culinary Arts Program at Coral Gables Senior High School. Proceeds from ticket sales support scholarships for students pursuing culinary careers, help maintain the school’s organic vegetable garden, and fund essential industrial kitchen equipment, enriching the learning environment for future chefs and hospitality professionals. Additional funds benefit the Foundation’s broader scholarship and grantmaking efforts throughout the community.
Plan Your Visit
Attendees are responsible for their own transportation between tour stops, and guests are advised that this event is not suitable for children, strollers, or pets. Wristbands must be worn throughout the day for entry into all homes and tour locations.
The Tour of Kitchens has grown into one of Coral Gables’ most anticipated February experiences, perfect for those who appreciate extraordinary design, fine food, and the opportunity to support local students and community initiatives.

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Cirque du Soleil LUZIA Returns to South Florida in 2026

LUZIA will be presented under the Big Top at Gulfstream Park from: February 19 to April 25, 2026
General on sale starts October 2, 2025
SOUTH FLORIDA (September 25, 2025) – Cirque du Soleil returns to South Florida with its delightfully imaginative and visually stunning production LUZIA, a waking dream of Mexico. Opening on February 19, audiences are invited under the famed Big Top at 1/ST’s Gulfstream Park to escape to an imaginary Mexico – a sumptuous world suspended between dreams and reality. Join the waitlist via Fever here starting today to receive exclusive access to pre-sales. The pre-sale will take place on October 1st for one day only, giving waitlist members the opportunity to secure the best seats before anyone else. Tickets for the general public will be available beginning October 2nd.
In a series of grand visual surprises and breathtaking acrobatic performances, LUZIA takes audiences on a surrealistic journey through a vibrant world filled with wonders, playfulness, and striking artistry. Smoothly passing from an old movie set to the ocean to a smoky dance hall or an arid desert, LUZIA cleverly brings to the stage multiple places, faces, and sounds of Mexico taken from both tradition and modernity. Rich in awe-inspiring moments, LUZIA enchants by incorporating rain into acrobatic and artistic scenes – a first for a Cirque du Soleil touring production.
“LUZIA is Cirque du Soleil at its peak.”
The New York Times
With mesmerizing and refreshing acrobatic performances, LUZIA brings traditional and contemporary circus disciplines to a whole new level. Cyr Wheel artists perform the unprecedented feat of rolling and spinning under the rain, while an aerialist suspended from a Trapeze flies and twirls through pouring showers. Hoop
Diving is taken onto gigantic treadmills, expanding exponentially the speed and amount of daring leaps executed. Jaw-dropping highlights include a male contortionist skillfully twisting his body in the world’s most unimaginable positions, a powerful Aerial Straps specialist defying the laws of gravity at the center of a cenote (natural sinkhole), a juggler tossing seven pins at breakneck speed, and two football (soccer) freestylers deftly mixing street dance with mind-blowing ball manipulation.
Ticket Information
Tickets for the South Florida performances of LUZIA at Gulfstream Park will be available starting October 1st exclusively to those who joined the waitlist via the  Fever Website or Fever App. The public on-sale begins October 2nd, so fans are encouraged to join the waitlist early for priority access.
More about LUZIA – A waking dream of Mexico
Written and directed by Daniele Finzi Pasca, in association with Brigitte Poupart, LUZIA takes you to an imaginary Mexico, like in a waking dream, where light (“luz” in Spanish) quenches the spirit and rain (“lluvia”) soothes the soul.
For more information, visit www.cirquedusoleil.com/LUZIA
To watch a preview video of LUZIA, visit www.cirk.me/LUZIA_Preview.
Follow #LUZIA and #cirquedusoleil on social media: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube
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Partners
Cirque du Soleil wishes to thank Stags’ Leap Winery and PATH water, its official partners.
 Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group
Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is a world leader in live entertainment. In addition to producing world-renowned circus arts shows, the Company brings its creative approach to a large variety of entertainment forms, such as multimedia productions, immersive experiences, and special events. Going beyond its various creations, Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group aims to positively impact people, communities and the planet with its most important tools: creativity and art. Since its creation in 1984, more than 378 million people have been inspired on 6 continents and 86 countries. The Canadian company now employs more than 4000 employees, including 1200 artists from 80 different nationalities.  For more information about Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group, visit www.cirquedusoleilentertainmentgroup.com.
About Cirque du Soleil in Florida
Fans can enjoy Cirque du Soleil year-round with Drawn to Life, the first-ever creative collaboration between Cirque du Soleil and Disney, performing exclusively at Disney Springs in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., near Orlando.  Set your imagination in motion with Drawn to Life—a love letter to the art of Disney Animation interpreted through the acrobatic mastery of Cirque du Soleil. The show tells the story of a determined girl who embarks on an inspiring quest filled with her childhood Disney memories, brought to life through Cirque du Soleil’s innovative design and dazzling performances. For more information, visit www.cirquedusoleil.com/drawn-to-life.
About The Stronach Group and 1/ST
The Stronach Group is a world-class technology, entertainment, and real estate development company with Thoroughbred racing and pari-mutuel wagering at the core. The Stronach Group’s 1/ST business (pronounced “First”) is North America’s preeminent Thoroughbred racing and pari-mutuel wagering company and includes the 1/ST RACING & GAMING, 1/ST CONTENT, 1/ST TECHNOLOGY, and 1/ST EXPERIENCE businesses, while advocating for and driving the 1/ST HORSE CARE mission. 1/ST represents The Stronach Group’s continued movement toward redefining Thoroughbred racing and the ecosystem that drives it. 1/ST RACING & GAMING drives the best-in-class racing operations and gaming offerings at the company’s premier racetracks, training centers, and premier events, including: Santa Anita Park and San Luis Rey Downs (California); Gulfstream Park – home of the Pegasus World Cup and Palm Meadows Thoroughbred Training Center (Florida); and The Preakness Stakes (Maryland). 1/ST CONTENT is the operating group for 1/ST’s media and content companies, including: Monarch Content Management, Elite, TSG Global Wagering Solutions (GWS), and 1/ST TV. 1/ST TECHNOLOGY is racing’s largest racing and gaming technology company, offering world-class products via its AmTote, Xpressbet, 1/ST BET, XB SELECT, XB NET, PariMAX, and Betmix brands. 1/ST EXPERIENCE blends the worlds of sports, entertainment, and hospitality through innovative content development, elevated national and local venue management and hospitality, strategic partnerships, sponsorships, and procurement development. As the advocate for critical industry reforms and by making meaningful investments into aftercare programs for retired horses and jockeys, 1/ST HORSE CARE represents The Stronach Group’s commitment to achieving the highest level of horse and rider care and safety standards in Thoroughbred racing on and off the track. The Stronach Group’s TSG Properties is responsible for the development of the company’s live, play and work communities surrounding its racing venues, including: The Village at Gulfstream Park (Florida) and Paddock Pointe (Maryland). For more information, visit www.1st.com or follow @1ST_racing on Twitter or @1stracing on Instagram and Facebook. 
South Florida Media Contacts
Jose Boza |Boza Agency | jboza@boza-agency.com | 786-326-7988
Tyler Sminkey |Boza Agency | tsminkey@boza-agency.com | 786-390-8510

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Downtime Is Predictable. Recovery Should Be Too.

Why Backup & Recovery Strategy Defines Business Resilience in Miami

By Humberto ComellasPresident & CEO, ulltium consulting®
When most Miami business leaders think about downtime, they picture something dramatic.
A hurricane.A ransomware attack.A regional power failure.
And yes — in South Florida, those risks are real.
But after 40 years in the I/T industry, I can tell you something that surprises most executives:
The most common causes of downtime are not dramatic.They are routine.And they are predictable.
The real question is not whether something will go wrong.
It’s this:
How quickly can you recover when it does?

The Coffee Spill Is Not the Real Problem
A drink tips over onto a laptop.The screen goes dark. The device won’t restart.
Now the employee can’t access:
• Email• Project files• Client documentation• Shared systems• Cloud applications
Work pauses. Deadlines shift. Other team members wait.
The incident itself isn’t catastrophic.
What determines impact is recovery speed.
If restoring that employee’s environment takes a full day, you’ve lost a day of productivity.If it takes 30–60 minutes, disruption is minimal.
A strong backup and recovery strategy turns accidents into routine corrections.

Accidental Deletion Happens Every Day
Files are deleted.Data gets overwritten.Folders are moved unintentionally.
No one notices — until the document is urgently needed.
Now the team scrambles:
Searching shared drivesChecking email attachmentsTrying to recreate hours of work
Human error is unavoidable.
But in Miami’s fast-moving professional environment — especially in healthcare, legal, and construction — small mistakes can’t afford to become big delays.
Structured backup systems with rapid file-level restoration eliminate that chaos.

Updates Should Not Cause Operational Disruption
Applying updates and patches is responsible I/T management.
But sometimes updates fail.
Applications freeze. Systems behave unpredictably. Productivity stalls.
The issue is rarely the update itself.
The issue is not having a predictable rollback and restore process.
With a properly engineered backup architecture, restoring a stable version of a system is controlled and efficient.
Without one, troubleshooting becomes guesswork.

Aging Equipment Is a Silent Risk
Hardware failure is not surprising.
Servers age. Workstations slow down. Infrastructure eventually needs replacement.
The disruption occurs when:
• There is no recent verified backup• There is no tested recovery procedure• There is no documented continuity plan
Now recovery becomes reactive instead of structured.
For Miami businesses operating in regulated industries, this is not just inconvenient — it’s risky.

Downtime Is a Business Continuity Issue
Across every scenario, the pattern is the same:
Work stops.Momentum is lost.Revenue is impacted.Client confidence weakens.
Downtime is not fundamentally a technology problem.
It is a resilience problem.
The difference between a minor inconvenience and a major disruption is recovery time.

Resilience Is Built Before You Need It
At ulltium consulting®, our backup and disaster recovery strategies are designed with one objective:
Get your team back to work quickly and predictably.
That includes:
• Automated, encrypted backups• Secure offsite replication• Rapid restoration capabilities• Tested disaster recovery protocols• Structured ongoing monitoring
When recovery takes minutes instead of hours, small incidents stay small.
Your clients never feel disruption.
Your team operates with confidence.
And your business continues moving forward.

Miami Businesses Cannot Afford Assumptions
If you are unsure how long it would take to restore:
• A deleted file• A failed workstation• A corrupted server• A compromised cloud account
Then your recovery posture is theoretical — not operational.
In South Florida, where weather, compliance demands, and cybersecurity threats intersect, resilience must be engineered — not assumed.

Let’s Make Recovery Predictable
If you operate a Miami-based organization and have not evaluated your backup and recovery strategy recently, now is the time.
We’ll walk through your environment, assess your current protections, and identify where business continuity can be strengthened — before an incident forces your hand.
Contact Information
Humberto ComellasPresident & CEOulltium consulting®
Main Number: 305-823-2200 ext. 150Cellular: 305-763-2580Toll Free: 877-587-2581Email: hcomellas@ulltium.com
Technical Support: support@ulltium.comSupport Line: 305-823-2200 ext. 199
Driving Your Success with Trusted I/T Solutions.

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Karen Maley Is Redefining Movement-Based Care in Miami

Where Chiropractic, Performance, and Purpose Intersect
Movement is not just how we train — it’s how we live.— Karen Maley

What It Means to Be a Miami Rising Star Chiropractor
A Miami Rising Star Chiropractor is more than someone early in their career. It represents a professional who demonstrates leadership, discipline, innovation, and long-term vision within their field.
These individuals combine education, performance science, and patient-centered care to create meaningful impact. Dr. Karen Maley exemplifies this standard through her commitment to movement-based healthcare and injury prevention.
Since arriving in Miami, she has introduced a modern chiropractic approach focused on long-term resilience rather than temporary relief.

A Foundation Built on Movement and Curiosity
Dr. Maley’s passion for movement began as a competitive dancer and multi-sport athlete. When injuries surfaced, she began asking deeper questions:

Why does the body break down?

How can we rebuild it properly?

What prevents future injury?

This curiosity led her to pursue a degree in Biology at King’s College, where she graduated magna cum laude, followed by earning her Doctor of Chiropractic degree in 2015 from New York Chiropractic College.
Her academic and athletic background reflects a consistent mission: understanding the root cause of dysfunction rather than treating surface-level symptoms.

Speaking the Athlete’s Language
Early in her career, Dr. Maley worked alongside respected sports chiropractors within the CrossFit community in Philadelphia. Rather than observing from the sidelines, she immersed herself in the training environment to better understand athletic demands.
Today, as a CrossFit Level 1 Trainer (CF-L1) and RKC Instructor, she bridges the gap between rehabilitation and performance.
This dual expertise allows her to:

Restore mobility

Improve movement patterns

Support strength development

Prevent recurring injuries

Her approach integrates clinical care with real-world athletic application.

Beyond the Adjustment: A Modern Chiropractic Philosophy
At Chiropractic and Movement Studio, care goes beyond spinal adjustments. Dr. Maley incorporates:

Myofascial release techniques

Corrective and rehabilitative exercises

Targeted joint adjustments

Movement education strategies

Her philosophy is clear: patients need more than pain relief — they need understanding.
There is no shortcut to sustainable health. Long-term results come from informed movement, consistency, and education.

Belief, Movement, and Transformation
“The body achieves what the mind believes.” — Napoleon Hill
In movement-based healthcare, belief plays a powerful role. When patients believe they are fragile, movement becomes restricted. When they believe they are capable, confidence returns — and with it, progress.
Dr. Maley’s work focuses on reshaping that internal belief system. She teaches patients how their bodies function, how to load safely, and how to recover effectively. Education replaces fear. Confidence replaces hesitation.
Healing becomes a collaborative process rather than a passive experience.

Vision for the Future
Dr. Maley’s long-term vision includes expanding movement-centered chiropractic education in Miami. Her goal is to build systems that prioritize:

Longevity

Resilience

Patient autonomy

Performance optimization

She envisions a healthcare model where patients are active participants in their recovery and long-term wellness.

Company & Contact Information
Chiropractic and Movement Studio13429 SW 131st StreetMiami, FL 33186Located on the second floor of IMT CrossFit

Why This Matters
Dr. Karen Maley represents a new generation of chiropractic leaders — professionals who combine science, movement, and education to create lasting change.
Her approach proves that real healing is not instant — but it is achievable through knowledge, consistency, and guided movement.
If you are ready to move better, train smarter, and understand your body at a deeper level, connect with Chiropractic and Movement Studio and begin your journey toward resilient movement.

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