Gary Alan Ruse

Miami

Writer at Miami's Community Newspapers

PROFESSIONAL SF & MYSTERY WRITER, PUBLISHED AUTHOR, SCREENWRITER & JOURNALIST.

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Articles

Student brings animation joy to children in hospital

1 week ago | communitynewspapers.com | Gary Alan Ruse

Michael Vila, a junior attending Belen Jesuit Preparatory School, located at located at 500 SW 127 Ave. in Miami, is using his own skills and dream of being an animator to brighten the lives of patients and their families at Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital in Broward County. Born and raised in Miami of Cuban-Colombian heritage, Vila’s work consists of stop-motion, 2D animation, and 3D computer animation along with live-action short films and journalist pieces.
Registration now open for two village summer camps

1 week ago | communitynewspapers.com | Gary Alan Ruse

The Village of Palmetto Bay is opening registration for two summer camps beginning in June. The first is their regular summer camp that starts on June 9 and runs through July 25. Camp hours are from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday to Friday. “Our Summer Camp program is available to children between the ages of 5 and 13,” said Parks and Recreation director Fanny Carmona.
Cutler Bay’s ‘Food Truck Friday’ to celebrate Caribbean heritage

1 week ago | communitynewspapers.com | Gary Alan Ruse

The Town of Cutler Bay’s “Food Truck Friday” in the month of June is dedicated to celebrating Caribbean Heritage Month. 765Caribbean-American Heritage Month in 2025 is from June 1 to June 30. This month recognizes the contributions of Caribbean Americans to the culture and history of the United States. The event is from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Cutler Ridge Park. The town’s event is on Friday, June 13, but it definitely does not sound like an unlucky date for anyone attending the occasion.
County conducts ribbon-cutting ceremony for Quail Roost Station

3 weeks ago | communitynewspapers.com | Gary Alan Ruse

Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava and officials from the county’s Department of Housing and Community Development, Department of Transit and Public Works, along with Florida Housing Finance Corporation, Housing Finance Authority of Miami-Dade County, Atlantic Pacific Companies, EAC Developers, East Coast Development Enterprise, Palmetto Homes of Miami, and Wells Fargo participated in a formal ribbon-cutting ceremony for the grand opening of Quail Roost Station on Thursday, Apr. 24.
CRWC Environmental Committee honored by Arbor Day Foundation

3 weeks ago | communitynewspapers.com | Gary Alan Ruse

The Cutler Ridge Woman’s Club (CRWC), which was founded in 1956 and is one of the oldest organizations in continuous operation in Cutler Bay, is actively working to help people in the community by participating in several projects. One of these involves a concern about the environment.
‘Battle of the Buns’ draws more than 800 attendees

1 month ago | communitynewspapers.com | Gary Alan Ruse

The Village of Palmetto Bay’s new event, “Battle of the Buns,” had more than 800 people in attendance at Coral Reef Park on Saturday, Apr. 5. Backyard chefs and restaurant pros competed for the title of “Best Burger in Palmetto Bay.”Top performers were awarded cash prizes, special signs to boast about their new title, and a trophy.
Miami Grill restaurants offer limited-edition artists’ cups

1 month ago | communitynewspapers.com | Gary Alan Ruse

Miami Grill restaurant chain has released a new series of artists cups for the seventh annual Wynwood Mural Fest, which will take place during the upcoming Art Basel event in Miami Beach, Wynwood and other locations. The cups are designed by four notable artists whose art reflects the style that is a big part of South Florida. All four designs are available now, the last one issued on Apr. 7.
Enrollment open for Cutler Bay’s 2025 Summer Camp program

1 month ago | communitynewspapers.com | Gary Alan Ruse

Registration is now open for the Town of Cutler Bay’s 2025 Summer Camp program. Space is limited and registration will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Summer camp runs from June 9 through Aug. 1. Camp will take place at Cutler Ridge Park and activities will include arts and crafts, swim days in the park pool, indoor activities, outdoor games, weekly field trips and more. The cost per session is $200 per child and $180 per additional sibling.
Cutler Bay’s Easter Eggstravaganza scheduled Apr. 19 at new location

1 month ago | communitynewspapers.com | Gary Alan Ruse

The Town of Cutler Bay’s popular annual event, the Easter Eggstravaganza, will take place at a new location for the first time — Lakes by the Bay Park — to make it bigger and better. It will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Apr. 19. Town Events and Programs manager Maria Herrera‑Mendoza said she was looking forward to the change. “This year we are doing something new by moving the event to Lakes by the Bay Park,” said Herrera‑Mendoza.
Trees & Treats Giveaway Drive-Through is Apr. 19

2 months ago | communitynewspapers.com | Gary Alan Ruse

The Village of Palmetto Bay is repeating a popular annual event this year, but with an added twist that dog owners will appreciate. The Trees & Treats: Tree Giveaway Drive-Through will take place on Saturday, Apr. 19, from 9 to 11 a.m.Palmetto Bay residents can register to receive a free tree while supplies last, according to event organizers. Plus pick up your tree with your village pup and they’ll get a treat. Those interested in getting free trees are urged to register by Monday, Apr. 14.