Grand Avenue News, West Coconut Grove FL

Recent robberies plague West Grove

admin — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 02:36:45 +0000

Four robberies have occurred recently in the West Grove, members of the Coconut Grove Village West Homeowners and Tenants Association learned recently. “These aren’t visitors who are being targeted,” said Neighborhood Resource Officer Jorge Colina. “They are residents of the West Grove. It appears the offenders are from the West Grove as well.” The news of the [...]

The Kampong offers kids’ concert series

admin — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 02:28:56 +0000

The favorite childhood tales of Goldilocks and the Three Bears and Little Red Riding Hood will highlight the Kampong’s upcoming Kids Concert Series. The March 20 concert, performed by several musicians from Orchestra Miami , features classical musical instruments. Different instruments represent the characters of the fairy tales. “It’s such a great way to introduce children to [...]

All-Grove Crime Watch Meeting

admin — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 02:20:18 +0000

An increase in criminal activity in the areas of West and Center Grove will be on the top of the agenda March 10 at the All-Grove Crime Watch meeting. The meeting will be held at 7 p.m. in the Great Room at St. Stephen’s Church, 2750 McFarlane Rd,, located in the back area of the church [...]

Grove Crime Watch Meeting Update

stevenipaul40 — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 18:18:47 +0000

A boost of criminal activity is taking place in West and Center Grove, with cars being broken into when items such as handbags and other valuables were in plain view, according to the All-Grove Crime Watch. Miami police are advising residents to store all valuables left in vehicles in a safe place. Officials advise that [...]

Silver Bluff Elementary says “Happy Birthday, Dr. Seuss”

stevenipaul40 — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 18:16:12 +0000

Silver Bluff Elementary students will mark Dr. Seuss’ 106th birthday March 2 by dedicating part of their day to reading their favorite Dr. Seuss books. Theodor Seuss Geisel, who was born March 2, 1904, wrote more than 60 books for children before dying in 1991. All grade levels will participate as part of the “Read Across America” [...]

Village Council discusses Brown House, Glass House, Playhouse

admin — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 14:07:46 +0000

Determined to help beautify historic Charles Avenue, Renita Samuels-Dixon recently told the Coconut Grove Village Council that “the oldest street in Coconut Grove” needs and deserves some attention. One of two members representing the West Grove on the Village Council, Samuels-Dixon said the street’s historic homes include E.W.F. Stirrup Residence, 3242 Charles Ave., and the Mariah [...]

Historic designation status of Ace Theatre could spark $2.3 million redevelopment plan.

admin — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 02:27:58 +0000

Dorothy Wallace has spent 30 years trying to restore the Ace Theatre on Grand Avenue. With the help of her daughter Denise Wallace, she is now trying to get historic designation status from the City of Miami’s Historic and Environmental Preservation Board – a move that would likely draw in [...]

After school can be a treat at the Gourmet Cookie Café

admin — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 23:58:42 +0000

After being dropped off by the school bus at the corner of Grand Avenue and Southwest 37th Street, eighth-grader Jerod Mays heads across the street to the Gourmet Cookie Café for a sweet treat from “Ms. Carrie,” also known as “The Cookie Lady” “She’s got everything,” said Jerod, who typically orders a cookie and a slushy [...]

Grove Village Council might get backCity Hall meeting place

k.chavarria — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 00:02:49 +0000

The Coconut Grove Village Council still is without a permanent meeting place, but a decision might come as early as this week about whether the group can return to City Hall. The Village Council was forced to move its monthly meetings from City Hall after Miami Mayor Tomás Regalado, who was elected in November, said he [...]

Community activist profile: Dr. David White

admin — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 19:21:19 +0000

David White has called the West Grove his home since 1931. Over the years, the former school teacher and administrator has spent most of his time in the church and in his community working with organizations such as the Homeowners and Tenants Association, where he served as president eight years ago. Neighbors and family members say the 78-year-old is [...]