This Sunday - December 17 - Celebrate Chanukah with the Chabad of Palmetto Bay

Don't forget YOU are invited to join the Chabad of Palmetto Bay to celebrate Chanukah at this community event.  I look forward to joining Rabbi Zalman and Chani Gansburg along with the members of  the Chabad of Palmetto Bay. I hope to see you and your family there as well.

Note the location change.  This year will it will take place at the back of the soccer field, near the farmers market.

You and your family are cordially invited.   CLICK HERE to view prior posts (and photos) from prior Chabad of Palmetto Bay events.

Please spread the word and let your friends know about it. this event is fun for the young and young at heart.  It is always well attended. We look forward to seeing you.

And again, a huge thank you to Chabad of Palmetto Bay, the members and Rabbi Zalman and Chani Gansburg!

Chabad of Palmetto Bay's annual Chanukah celebration in Coral Reef Park - December 17, 1:00 pm- 3:00 pm

Thank you Chabad of Palmetto Bay, Rabbi Zalman and Chani Gansburg.

Another outstanding Holiday event held annually here in Palmetto Bay!  Rabbi Zalman and Chani Gansburg have asked me to invite the community to the the Chabad of Palmetto Bay's annual Chanukah celebration in Coral Reef Park on December 17, from 1:00 pm- 3:00 pm.

This year will it will take place at the back of the soccer field, near the farmers market.

You and your family are cordially invited.   CLICK HERE to view prior posts (and photos) from prior Chabad of Palmetto Bay events.

Please spread the word and let your friends know about it. this event is fun for the young and young at heart.  It is always well attended. We look forward to seeing you.

And again, a huge thank you to Chabad of Palmetto Bay, the members and Rabbi Zalman and Chani Gansburg!

Chabad of Palmetto Bay - annual Chanukah event at Coral Reef Park.

This is a great family event.  I remember participating in the event when it was initially held in the parking lot of the Starbucks off 168th and Old Cutler Road.  We are fortunate that the Chabad of Cutler Bay now holds their annual event at Coral Reef Park.   

Photos from the Chanukah celebration held on Sunday, January 1st, 2017 - New Years Day.  

The Chabad of Palmetto Bay Chanukah event included the Olive Oil Press Workshop.  This event was open to the public and a great family event.

Friends, family, traditional Chanukah celebration foods!

Thank you Rabbi Zalman and Chani Gansburg: the entire Chabad of Palmetto Bay members/family. Another wonderful community event at our Park. 

Happy New Year. Happy Chanukah.

Positive Palmetto Bay news - Budget updates, let's prepare together. Rosh Hashanah message from Rabbi Zalman and Chani Gansburg, of the Chabad of Palmetto Bay and Deering Bay.

The latest e-news was released on Friday, September 7, 2018.  Click the link to view the entire message. 
http://myemail.constantcontact.com/Positive-Palmetto-Bay-News--Budget-Hearing--Wed---9-12---Let-s-prepare-together--Important-meeting---MDC---SFWMD-to-discuss-Wate.html?soid=1103469570263&aid=nZ83bQPTEAc

IN THIS  ISSUE:   NEW   l'shanah tovah. Rosh Hashanah message from Rabbi Zalman and Chani Gansburg, of the Chabad of Palmetto Bay and Deering Bay. Rosh Hashanah 2018 will begin in the evening of Sunday, September 9 and ends in the evening of Tuesday, September 11. Link to the Chabad High Holiday schedule. First Budget Hearing is Wednesday, 9/12.  Let's prepare together! Fiscal responsibility: Palmetto Bay collects sufficient funds, let's reduce our tax rate again this year.   Important meeting - Miami-Dade County, South Florida Water Management District to discuss Water Issues - Sept 11, 2018, 6:00 PM at Palmetto Bay Village Hall. REMINDERS - UPCOMING Another active senior program that I am pleased to promote: Palmetto Bay and the Miami Marlins partner for a night at the ball park. Thursday, Sept. 20. Details below. CITE Link to report your traffic concern online.

My goal is that Palmetto Bay reaffirms its commitment to "Government Lite".  This is OUR money, YOUR money, and you need to stay involved.  I am recommending that we drop our property tax rate again this year. We can, and I'd like to see our property tax millage rate reduced to 2.2900 or at least to a round figure of 2.300.  Various budget workshops have been held, but as always, I always remain available to discuss any budget ideas, questions or concerns.  Please contact me via e-mail at eflinn@palmettobay-fl.gov or via phone at (305) 302-3713 to discuss.   Your Mayor.   Eugene Flinn

Community Chanukah Celebration - Coral Reef Park - Sun, Dec. 21, 2-4

Chanukah will be celebrated at Coral Reef Park, 7895 SW 152 Street, on Sunday, December 21, 2-4 p.m. This free event, centered at the Gazebo/Bandshell off 77th Avenue, is being hosted by Chabad of Palmetto Bay. Please join with Rabbi Zalman Gansburg for the Grand Lighting of a chocolate coin menorah at 3 p.m. The entire community is encouraged to attend this event, which includes activities for all ages:

 

   Bounce house

   Kids  arts and crafts

   Music and raffles

   Traditional holiday delicacies

   Donuts

   Chanukah gelt (chocolate coins)

For information, visit Chabad of Palmetto Bay or call 786-208-9222.

HAPPY CHANUKAH - 2015

Alexandra, Katherine, and Meredith join with me in wishing everyone a very Happy Chanukah.

Chanukah and Christmas are far apart this year, extending this season. I look forward to participating with Rabbi Gansburg and the Chabad of Palmetto Bay at the Chabad Jewish Center Menorah Lighting set for Saturday Dec 12 at Coral Reef Park. 

I am reminded, especially during the holidays, of the importance of family and the importance of maintaining our sense of civic spirit.

I hope during this holiday season as we celebrate and enjoy our families that each and every one of us takes a few minutes to think about those families who cannot be together – for the soldiers who defend our country, for the loved ones who must share in their sacrifice, and for those who are no longer with us, although we hold their memory dear.

We all need to continue to strive to achieve the holiday ideal of “Peace on Earth.” Everyone can do their part to help create a better world simply by treating each other with understanding, kindness and respect. Each time you help another person, we all take another step closer toward true peace on earth.

So once again, we wish each and every one of you, a happy, healthy, and safe Chanukah.

Chabad of Palmetto Bay invites you (and your family / friends) to Celebrate Chanukah with a Balloon Menorah!

Sunday, January 1, 2017, 2:00 - 4:00 PM at Coral Reef Park

Chabad of Palmetto Bay invites you (and your family/friends) to Celebrate Chanukah with a Balloon Menorah! 

This is a free of charge event.  

Go to www.jewishpalmettobay.org or call (786) 262-043 for more information.

Seasons greetings from our family to yours. 2013 is coming to a close.

HAPPY CHANUKAH  and MERRY CHRISTMAS 

From the Flinn family -- Eugene, Alexandra, Katherine and Meredith. 

What a year.  We all look forward to the end of the year holiday season. Families celebrate the holiday season in many different ways, but one of the great things that we all have in common in our area is the overwhelming sense of community and responsibility to family that we share. 

Chanukah and Christmas were far apart this year, extending this season.  I again had the pleasure of participating with friends at the Chabad Jewish Center Menorah Lighting held in Coral Reef Park.  We will be attending Christmas services tonight, this year with my brother and his family; my brother having returned in November from his deployment in Afghanistan.

I am reminded, especially during the holidays, of the importance of family and the importance of maintaining our sense of civic spirit.

I hope during this holiday season as we celebrate and enjoy our families that each and every one of us takes a few minutes to think about those families who cannot be together – for the soldiers who defend our country, for the loved ones who must share in their sacrifice, and for those who are no longer with us, although we hold their memory dear.

We all need to continue to strive to achieve the holiday ideal of “Peace on Earth.” Everyone can do their part to help create a better world simply by treating each other with understanding, kindness and respect. Each time you help another person, we all take another step closer toward true peace on earth.

So once again, we wish each and every one of you, a happy, healthy, and safe holiday season and a joyous and prosperous New Year. You all have earned it. Thank you all, again, for the kindness you show others, not just during the holidays, but all year long.

So long to 2013.  We look forward to new challenges and successes for 2014.

Merry Christmas - closing out the Holiday season and getting ready for another great year!

Merry Christmas - closing out the Holiday season and getting ready for another great year!

From our entire family, Meredith, Katherine, Alexandra and myself, to you and your family: Merry Christmas. 

It is our wish that everyone is enjoying this holiday season. Families celebrate the holidays in many different ways, but one of the great things that we all have in common in our area is the overwhelming sense of community and responsibility to family that we share. I again had the pleasure of participating in celebrating Chanukah with friends and family at the Chabad Jewish Center Menorah Lighting held in Coral Reef Park. 

I am reminded, especially during the holidays, of the importance of family and the importance of maintaining our sense of civic spirit.

I hope during this holiday season as we celebrate and enjoy our families that each and every one of us takes a few minutes to think about those families who cannot be together – for the soldiers who defend our country, for the loved ones who must share in their sacrifice, and for those who are no longer with us, although we hold their memory dear.

We all need to continue to strive to achieve the holiday ideal of “Peace on Earth.” Everyone can do their part to help create a better world simply by treating each other with understanding, kindness and respect. Each time you help another person, we all take another step closer toward true peace on earth.

So once again, we wish each and every one of you, a happy, healthy, and safe holiday season and a joyous and prosperous New Year. You all have earned it. Thank you all, again, for the kindness you show others, not just during the holidays, but all year long.

We look forward to new challenges and successes for 2018 as we close out our current year.

Eugene Flinn, Mayor

Siblings with mom - from left: brother Lt. Col.Walter Flinn, Eugene Flinn,
Mother Dorothea and sister Phyllis Jagolinzer

My mother surrounded by grandchildren and great-grandchild on Christmas Day 2017

Event for Sunday - 12/21/2014 - Coral Reef Park - Chanukah celebration Grand Lighting of a chocolate coin menorah at 3 p.m

Chanukah will be celebrated at Coral Reef Park, 7895 SW 152 Street, on Sunday, December 21, 2-4 p.m. This free event, centered at the Gazebo/Bandshell off 77th Avenue, is being hosted by Chabad of Palmetto Bay. Please join with Rabbi Zalman Gansburg for the Grand Lighting of a chocolate coin menorah at 3 p.m. The entire community is encouraged to attend this event, which includes activities for all ages.

MERRY CHRISTMAS - 2015

From our entire family, Meredith, Katherine, Alexandra and myself, to you and your family: Merry Christmas.  

2015 has been a very productive year.  It is our wish that everyone is enjoying this holiday season. Families celebrate the holidays in many different ways, but one of the great things that we all have in common in our area is the overwhelming sense of community and responsibility to family that we share.

Chanukah and Christmas were far apart this year, extending this season.  I again had the pleasure of participating with friends at the Chabad Jewish Center Menorah Lighting held in Coral Reef Park.  We will be attending Christmas Eve services tonight.  We are all anxiously waiting for my brother’s return home form his latest deployment overseas in Afghanistan. His wife and kids have obviously missed him terribly and look forward to what should be a late Christmas Eve return. 

I am reminded, especially during the holidays, of the importance of family and the importance of maintaining our sense of civic spirit.

I hope during this holiday season as we celebrate and enjoy our families that each and every one of us takes a few minutes to think about those families who cannot be together – for the soldiers who defend our country, for the loved ones who must share in their sacrifice, and for those who are no longer with us, although we hold their memory dear.

We all need to continue to strive to achieve the holiday ideal of “Peace on Earth.” Everyone can do their part to help create a better world simply by treating each other with understanding, kindness and respect. Each time you help another person, we all take another step closer toward true peace on earth.

So once again, we wish each and every one of you, a happy, healthy, and safe holiday season and a joyous and prosperous New Year. You all have earned it. Thank you all, again, for the kindness you show others, not just during the holidays, but all year long.

We look forward to new challenges and successes for 2016 as we close out our current year.

Eugene Flinn, Mayor