May 27 , 2008

MIAMI INTERNATIONAL GUITAR FESTIVAL
AT THE FROST SCHOOL OF MUSIC

June 18 – 21

Miami Guitar FestivalThe Miami International Guitar Festival hosted by the University of Miami’s Frost School of Music offers guitar aficionados, students and professionals a variety of concerts, lectures, workshops and master classes by accomplished performers and teachers. Evening concerts provide an opportunity to hear exciting performances by some of the young, emerging guitarists from the U.S., Mexico, Nicaragua, Cuba, Spain, and Russia. All concerts are in the Victor E. Clarke Recital Hall in the L. Austin Weeks Center for Recording and Performance, which is part of the Frost School of Music located at 5501 San Amaro Drive on the University of Miami’s Coral Gables Campus.

For a complete list of master classes, lectures, showcase concerts, featured artists’ information, ticket information, and registration form, please visit www.miamiguitarfestival.com.

Florida Bar Reception

June 19

Law Alumni Association

President Lucinda A. Hofmann, J.D. ’91, and the Board of Directors of the University of Miami Law Alumni Association cordially invite you to a Reception Honoring Dennis O. Lynch, Dean Emeritus; Frank R. Angones J.D. ’76, 2007-2008 President, The Florida Bar; Law Alumni Members of the 2007-2008 Board of Governors; The 50-Year Members of the Florida Bar from the Honored Class of 1958; and the Florida Bar Pro Bono Service Award recipients for 2008, Gary R. Gossett, Jr., J.D. ’89, and Melanie Emmons Damian, J.D. ’96. The reception will be held at The Boca Raton Resort & Club on Thursday, June 19. For further information, please call 1-866-99UMLAW.

Young Alumni Rally - Final Week

June 5

Office of Alumni Relations

There’s still time to join the 2008 Young Alumni Giving Rally! Hundreds of young alumni (classes of 1997-2007) are taking part in a fun, mini-drive to reconnect with classmates and friends in support of the Annual Fund. During the months of April and May, Rally members have tapped in to their networks – phoning, texting, and emailing - to recruit friends to join them in making a gift to the University. On Thursday, June 5, all Rally participants with gifts received by the University before the May 31 fiscal year-end will be invited to an invitation-only Young Alumni Social at the National Hotel. Out of state Rally members will receive a thank you gift. It’s a fun, simple way to get involved in supporting your alma mater. For more information, contact Amy Powers, B.B.A. ’93, M.B.A. ’97, M.S.Tx. ’00 at 305-284-2667 or email apowers@miami.edu. Rally information is also posted on our website at miami.edu/alumni.

UMAA Goes International

June 22 - 28

Office of Alumni Relations

World GlobeYour UM Alumni Association is going global! With over 148,000 living alumni, and 7,294 alumni internationally, the UMAA is working to connect all alumni located in over 148 countries.

This summer, the UMAA will make its first global stop and travel to Latin America June 22-28, 2008. On June 24 the UMAA will host a luncheon for alumni and parents in São Paolo, Brazil at the InterContinental Hotel. A second luncheon will be held on June 27 in Buenos Aires, Argentina at the Four Seasons Hotel. These efforts are just the beginning of a global approach to alumni outreach your Alumni Association will lead over the next year. Scheduled global stops for the 2008-2009 academic year include London and Tokyo. If you are interested in participating in any of these events or for additional information, please email alumni@miami.edu.

MIAMI CIVIC MUSIC ASSOCIATION & ORCHESTRA MIAMI PRESENT ANGEL ROMERO

May 31

Orchestra Miami, under the direction of Frost School of Music alumna Elaine Rinaldi, B.M. '89, will present world renowned guitarist, Angel Romero. The concert will feature Mr. Romero in the North American premiere of David Chesky’s Concerto for Guitar and Orchestra.
 
Saturday, May 31, 8 p.m. at Maurice Gusman Concert Hall, 1314 Miller Drive, on the University of Miami Coral Gables campus.  General admission is $40. Call Miami Civic Music Association, 305-271-8449 for tickets and information.

Master of Fine Arts Candidates Exhibition 2008

May 7 thru June 13

Department of Art and Art History

The Department of Art and Art History presents its annual juried exhibition and opening featuring art work from Mitch Blessing, Grant Bloodgood, Tutua Boshell, Liliam Dominguez, Kathleen Hudspeth, Courtney Johnson, Lisa Kaplowitz, Jeff Larson, Lucinda Linderman, Alicia Sumner Mack, Richard Mack, Park McArthur, Pam Moss, Barry Sparkman, Runcie Tatnall, Karla Turcios Rodriguez, Richard White, and Cristina Figueredo Zizold. The reception occurs from 7 to 10 p.m. at the Lowe Art Museum and is free and open to the public.

 

Upcoming Events at the University of MIami

 

May 2008: Up the Yangtze, directed by Yung Chang, and La Rodine, directed by Graham Vick with music by Giacomo Puccini, are playing at the Bill Cosford Cinema. Visit com.miami.edu/cosford for showtimes and ticket information.

 

May 31: Freestyle Invasion Live. Enjoying its most popular success on radio stations throughout the U.S. in the ’80s and early-’90s, the pop music genre known as freestyle invades Miami once again. Attend a concert featuring many of the chart-toppers of the period, including Cynthia, Johnny O, Secret Society, Shannon, Safire, Giggles, Rockell, and djs Mickey Garcia and dj Laz, among others, at the BankUnited Center. Tickets can be purchased at the BankUnited Center, all Ticketmaster locations, by phone at 305-358-5885, or online at Ticketmaster.com.

 

Through June 8: The Lowe Art Museum at the University of Miami presents the annual UM Faculty Exhibition, along with the UM Students/ MFA Exhibitions. This year’s exhibiting faculty member is J. Tomás López, whose exhibition is titled The Metro Series. 

 

UM Presents

UM Set to Host 2008 NCAA Regionals

Beginning May 30

Mark Light Field

Miami baseballThe University of Miami baseball team earned the No. 1 national seed in the 2008 NCAA Division I Baseball Championship and will play host to No. 2 seed Missouri, No. 3 seed Mississippi and No. 4 seed Bethune-Cookman in the Coral Gables Regional at Mark Light Field beginning Friday, May 30.

No. 1 seed Miami (47-8) will take on Bethune-Cookman (36-20) in the regional's second game at 4 p.m. (EST) on Friday following the 12 p.m. match-up between Missouri (38-19) and Mississippi (37-24). The entire Coral Gables Regional will be shown live on ESPNU, with games at 12 p.m. and 4 p.m. Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. If necessary, Monday's contest will also be shown live on ESPNU at 7 p.m..
To purchase tickets online for the 2008 Coral Gables Regional Tournament visit www.hurricanesports.com.

  

'Canes Alumni Golf TOUr

Friday, June 6

Oak Brook Golf Club, Oak Brook, Illinois

'Canes Alumni Golf TourChicago area alumni and friends are teeing it up on June 6th at the Oak Brook Golf Club. Please join us in raising scholarship dollars for the general scholarship fund for deserving Chicago area students. We are pleased to announce that Head Football Coach Randy Shannon and some of his assistant coaches will be joining us on the links and at dinner following golf. Don’t miss this extraordinary opportunity to support local students, the Hurricane Club, the local Chicago UM Alumni Club, and talk football with our coaches. We are also honoring a UM and NFL Football Hall of Fame member, Ted Hendricks, for his long-time support of the University and the local alumni club. Registration deadline is May 30th and foursomes are filling up fast. Space is limited to 144 golfers.

For more information, sponsorship information, or to register please contact Brian Kidder, B.S.E.E. ’03, at 847-456-2440, or via e-mail at b.kidder@umiami.edu; or contact the Office of Alumni Relations at 866-862-5867 or via e-mail at alumni@miami.edu.

Annual Fund

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Sponsor a UMAA Book Award

The University of Miami Alumni Association (UMAA) Book Award Program recognizes outstanding high school juniors across the country that have achieved academic excellence and demonstrated exceptional leadership skills. Recipients are presented with a book chosen by the UMAA during their schools’ awards ceremony. Included with the book are a letter of congratulations from the university, an information packet from the Office of Admission, and a list of “E-Buddies” made up of current UM students and alumni who are available to correspond via e-mail and answer questions about UM. This program relies heavily on the generosity of the UM community. Please fund this invaluable program that makes a lasting impression on prospective students, high schools, and communities around the country.

Your sponsorship is considered a tax-deductible contribution to the University of Miami Annual Fund.
100% of sponsorship money will go directly to support the UMAA Book Award Program. For more information about sponsorship opportunities please visit our website at miami.edu/alumni.

miamialumni.net

The University of Miami Alumni Association is proud to offer a classified ad section, available free to more than 148,000 members of the UMAA. Please visit www.miami.edu/ealumni for more information or to submit your free classified ads.

Animals

Looking for an online love connection? We have blue eyed brunettes, redhead females along with some handsome brown eyed males. Visit www.sibrescue.com and adopt or foster your dream Siberian Husky. South Florida Siberian Husky Rescue has dogs of all ages, sizes and colors. Make adoption your first option.

Sweet gray tabby cat needs a good home. Pregnant couple needs to give away this beautiful, sweet, well-trained cat. 13-old female is neutered, has her recent shots, is good with kids and elderly. Contact hfrank@babson.edu.

Looking for someone to cuddle with? Paws 4 You Rescue can help! Our pups are looking for their forever home. Please visit www.paws4you.org VOLUNTEER! DONATE! ADOPT! Help us save a life!

Automotive

Opportunity. for those in Phila/New Jersey area to purchase a vehicle from Reedman-Toll Auto World at invoice, excluding some models. Call Bill O'Flanagan 877-919-8200, ext. 201 for info.

1997 BMW 328 Ci Convertable with very low miles 61,000 GARAGED and pampered. Runs great. Power everything. $9,945. Call Steve 305-234-9877 or 305-546-2073.

2002 Honda Civic LX, 53K miles,drk green,great condtn. C.Grove. Watch Video. Non-smker.100K-m. wrnty,exp. 5/09. Have all service docs. $9100. mgoodman4@gmail.com.

1997 Ford Explorer V8 110,000 miles - Looks great, cold AC, custom wheels and good tires. Well maintained $2,785 Power everything. Call Steve 305-234-9877 or 305-546-2073.

Employment

 

Computers

Computer problems hurting your productivity? Let us get you working again! Hardware, software, networking, hotspots, and wireless. Call Pride PC @ 954-682-2012 for a complimentary consultation.

Instruction

 

Personal Notes

Real Estate

Chicago - 1BR gorgeous lake & park view Immac. updated condo, gym, biz ctr, roofdeck, doorman, valet, deeded pkg avail. Pets ok. $147,900 David Montagano dmontagano@rubloff.com 773-572-4439.

AERIAL REAL ESTATE TOURS FOR BUYERS
From the comfort of our four-passenger airplanes, see the big picture and appreciate all the beauty surrounding each community FOR FREE! CALL US AT 954-554-8004.

CollegeTownLiving.com helps UM alumni, students & employees find a place to live around the University community! Most of our services are ABSOLUTELY FREE! Visit us at www.CollegeTownLiving.com.

4/3 Single Family Home For Sale. King's Creek in East Kendall. 10 min. from UM. 8341 SW 83rd Street. 2,345 SF. Reduced to $545,000. 10% off for UM employees. Call Seth Levine 305-215-1215.

North Carolina Mountain Retreat! Affordable 2nd home or vacation rentalsnear Asheville. Lot and home package start in mid-$200's Visit www.mountaincreekvistas.com or call David Dweck at 954-354-1000.

Altanta-luxury 1 BR/1.5 BTHRM condo for sale. WOOD FLOORS, GRANITE, ASSIGNED PRKG, POOL & OWN ENTRANCE. Only $212,500. Contact Lisa 954 648 4422 or lgangadeen@hotmail.com.

2/1 Condo. Great investmt for UM parent. 0.5 mi to UM, walk to restaurants, movies, groc. $229K home in million $ res nbrhd. WOOD FLRS, tropical gated yard w/pool, renovated; ample parking. Call 305-665-8651.

Recreation

Fun, fabulous entertainment can be yours.Certified Handwriting Analyst will surprise your guests by revealing hidden personality traits.Call Carol 305-692-7714, yoursecrets@bellsouth.net.

Rentals

1/1 totally remodeled apartment for RENT/SALE. Granite countertops, new floors, located near Metro Zoo in a quiet neighborhood. Asking $1,000 a month or $170,000. Call 305-431-8119.

1216 Placetas Av - Spacious 2/2 house across UM. Large living areas, Jacuzzi hot tub in yard. $2,600. C21 Premier - Terri Dominguez, 305-898-7028.

Lovely 3BD/2.5BA w/Bay views, teak floors, balcony, washer/dryer, granite counters, stainless steel applncs & 2 garage spaces. $2500. North Bay Village. Beatriz Portela, Coldwell Banker, 305-968-4759.

Rentals Cont'd

Penthouse Unit w/ large private rooftop terrace; 2/2.5; Pets OK; 12-month lease; secured parking; 401 Anastasia Ave; $1900/month; CONTACT OWNER 786 237 8527 MPELLEYA@GMAIL.COM.

NEW 1BD CONDO DOWNTOWN! Never lived in, modern kitchen, washer/dryer, parking, gym. Walk to work, school & entertainment! One block to Metro. $1200/mo. Beatriz Portela, Coldwell Banker, 305-968-4759.

Hollywood- Luxury bldg w/ fitness room, media room, pool and more! Across from Young Circle. Pets welcome. Brand new 1bdrm ($1200.) & 2 bdrm ($1600). Call Linda at (954) 418-5222.

UM/High Pines/Sunset Place. 3/2 home for RENT. New Kitchen, tile and wood floors, French doors, great private yard and deck. Walking distance to Sunset Place and less than a mile from UM campus. 2,700 a month. Call 305-934-6200 or 305-496-1927.

UM/SMH/SUNSET SHOPS AVAIL JULY 1 YR LEASE A/C WD KITCHEN GRANITE TOPS SS APPL ASSIGNED PARK 2 ADULTS MAX NO SMOKING 305 666-2661 areyarch@bellsouth.net.

1515 Palancia Av - 3/2 house, walking distance to UM. $3,000 a month. Owner - Ramon Diaz, (786) 525-3493.

For Sale

"Walker's Beautiful Basket's & Things" We specialize in GIFT BASKETS. Mary Kay products, Bath & Body Works, Victoria Secrets. Contact: Ms. M. Walker (305)910-0126.

Business/Services

BAD CREDIT?????? WE CAN HELP YOU WITH: credit repair, consolidate your bills, possibly get you an unsecured Credit Card. Call Credit Services at 305-899-9393.

Homeowners over age 62 - Find out how you can obtain a Reverse Mortgage loan & make no payments as long as you reside in your home. Call Ron Lieberman, 305-613-6744 or email miamilawyr@aol.com.

South Florida appraisal company. What's your home worth? Offering a special rate for a full "Market Value" appraisal for curious homeowners. Call / e-mail - 954-274-3528 or RichardDPyle@yahoo.com.

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