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NOVEMBER 10, 2026 ✦ WEEKLY EDITION ✦ ISSUE #2 |
SUNNY ISLES BEACH, FLORIDA The Weekly Horizon High-rises, hot spots, and coastal living YOUR WEEKLY SUNNY ISLES EDITION |
YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD, YOUR WEEK
👋 Hey, Sunny Isles! Here's what's happening.
Hello, neighbors! This week’s issue brings together the plans, traditions, and small community moments shaping life along the coast, from Winter Fest logistics to a condo-fraud warning and a practical way to help local families.
Three local stories to know: Read our guide to Sunny Isles Beach Winter Fest, review what residents should know about condo fraud, and find dates and drop-off details for the Sunny Isles Beach toy drive.
Looking ahead? Follow the city’s flood-adaptation community meeting, mark the Veterans Day Celebration, or make a Friday plan for the Sunset Series charcuterie workshop at Gateway Center. Keep scrolling for the details, and a senior pup named Justin looking for a calm next chapter. 🌊 |
🧠 THINK YOU KNOW SUNNY ISLES? What nickname did Sunny Isles Beach earn from its mid-20th-century motels? 👇 Answer at the bottom. |
🗓️ Your Weekend, in 10 Seconds 🎖️ Wednesday: Attend Sunny Isles Beach’s Veterans Day Celebration at Heritage Park and the Veterans Wall unveiling.
🧀 Friday evening: Build and arrange a charcuterie board at the Sunset Series workshop at Gateway Center; registration is required.
🌊 All week: Review the local flood-planning conversation, then choose a nearby Collins Avenue dining stop for a relaxed weekend meal.
Before you head out: Find organizer links, locations and available pricing in the Local Events section below. Times and availability can change. |
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Sunny Isles, keep the umbrella handy early this week, then enjoy a breezy, sunnier weekend by the beach! 🌦️🌴☀️
Forecast checked November 9, 2026. Coastal conditions can change quickly; check a current forecast before outdoor plans. |
🎥 Video Spotlight: This video follows a Sunny Isles Beach student who turned concern about shoreline litter into a community cleanup effort. Watch it for a reminder that coastal stewardship can start with one person, a few volunteers, and a stretch of beach close to home. |
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Sunny Isles Beach Winter Fest is scheduled for Saturday, November 21, and Sunday, November 22, 2026, from 5 to 9 p.m. at Gateway Park.
The key planning detail is admission. The current event information lists wristbands at $10 per person, per day for valid Sunny Isles Beach Resident ID card holders and $50 per person, per day for non-residents.
A valid Resident ID Card is required for the resident rate. Residents whose cards have expired should not count on a quick renewal immediately before the event; the city outlines its application and renewal process separately. Read More... |
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DT | Dave Thompson · 1 day ago Fifty dollars per person per day seems steep for non-residents. Is there a reason the price gap is so large?
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Sunny Isles Beach Police Department has announced a focus on condominium fraud, financial transparency, and accountability.
This explains the difference between a police awareness focus and an allegation against a specific building or person. It encourages residents to preserve documents, ask clear written questions, follow official city notices, and seek qualified guidance when a personal financial or legal decision is involved.
Residents often first notice a concern through a missing document, an unclear charge, a delayed response or conflicting explanations. Read More... |
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NP | Nina Patel · 2 days ago The reminder not to assume something is wrong at a particular building matters. Questions about finances are fair, but rumors can spread fas…
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A new, unwrapped toy can become a direct holiday gift for a child in the Sunny Isles Beach community, and the city’s annual drive makes the first step unusually simple.
The drive’s instructions are straightforward for a reason. New, unwrapped items can be reviewed and distributed more easily, while the city’s no-stuffed-animals rule reflects the stated health and safety considerations.
Sunny Isles Beach’s 2026 Toy Drive runs Nov. 16–Dec. 21. Find drop-off sites, accepted gifts, and practical donation guidance for residents. Read More... |
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JP | Janelle Price · 2 days ago The new-toys-only rule makes sense, though it can limit what some neighbors can give. Could the city also share other ways to help?
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☝️🤓Interesting Fact |
Sunny Isles Beach was incorporated in 1997; before that, it was part of unincorporated Miami-Dade County. |
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Community Meeting: Coastal Inundation & Flooding Adaptation Plan |
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🗓️ A public meeting on Sunny Isles Beach’s Coastal Inundation and Flooding Adaptation Plan. Residents can hear the draft strategy, understand the planning process, and share focused questions about drainage and coastal resilience. |
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Veterans Day Celebration |
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🎖️ Sunny Isles Beach honors local veterans with a ceremony, the unveiling of new Veterans Wall names, and light refreshments. Free parking is available in the Heritage Park Garage; registration is appreciated but not required. |
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Sunset Series: Charcuterie Board Workshop |
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🧀🥓 Build a charcuterie board at the Sunset Series workshop, with guidance on pairing ingredients, arranging the board, and balancing flavors. Registration is required, so confirm availability before heading to Gateway Center. |
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💬 Quote Of The Day |
"In Sunny Isles, the skyline rises, but the horizon has the last word." |
✨ Meet Your Local Expert SUNNY ISLES BEACH PEOPLE · LOCAL KNOW-HOW
Photo: South Florida Sun Times
Mayor Larisa “Laura” Svechin is a longtime Sunny Isles Beach resident and a local voice on the city’s growth and public services, including the coastal future. Her work connects city leadership with the practical concerns residents have about flooding, infrastructure, safety, and neighborhood life.
Why this matters: With this week’s flood-planning meeting, beach cleanup, and Veterans Day coverage, Svechin’s perspective helps readers understand how civic decisions and community participation shape life on a barrier island.
City office contact: 305-792-1700 · mayor@sibfl.net
Read more about Mayor Svechin →
Editorial profile based on published City of Sunny Isles Beach sources; not an interview or political endorsement. |
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Justin is an 11-year-old, 42-pound senior dog listed at the Humane Society of Greater Miami.
The shelter lists Justin as housebroken, low activity, and familiar with “sit” and “go-to-bed.” He is also listed as neutered, microchipped, vaccinated, and current on heartworm, flea, and tick prevention.
There are important compatibility details to discuss. Justin is not currently pairable with dogs in the shelter and is listed as not cat-friendly. A household with another dog should ask the shelter about a pet-to-pet meet and greet.
Because Justin is a senior dog, it is especially worthwhile to ask about his current routine, walking comfort, veterinary records, and the support that could make a home transition easier. Read More... |
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Timo Restaurant |
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🤌🍝 Timo offers Italian-Mediterranean dining on Collins Avenue, with a seasonal menu and a practical neighborhood detail: dinner hours run 5-10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and until 11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. Reservations are recommended for larger parties. |
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Baku Cafe |
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☕ Baku Cafe is a Mediterranean grill on Collins Avenue serving breakfast, kebabs, seafood, mezze, and Azerbaijani-inspired dishes. The practical detail: it is open daily from 9 a.m. to midnight and offers free guest parking. |
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Mykonos Kitchen & Bar |
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🥙 Mykonos Kitchen & Bar brings Greek and Mediterranean food to a waterfront Sunny Isles setting. The useful planning detail: it is closed on Monday, serves dinner Tuesday through Friday, and offers weekend brunch hours. |
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📸 Photo of the Week |
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🌊 A Morning for the Shoreline
Sunny Isles Beach volunteers gather along the water to remove litter and keep the coast welcoming. It is a small, practical act with a very visible result.
📍 Location: Ellen Wynne Beach Access, 19333 Collins Ave. 📷 Photo credit: City of Sunny Isles Beach. |
SUNNY ISLES / WEEKLY 💬 For Your Group Chat Send this to the group:
“Who’s up for a thoughtful Sunny Isles week? Veterans Day on Wednesday, a charcuterie workshop Friday, and a Collins Avenue dinner plan after. 🌊🎖️🧀”
Bonus conversation starter: What should the city prioritize first in its flood-adaptation plan—drainage, shoreline protection, or resident education? |
SUNNY ISLES / WEEKLY 🌿 Mindful Minute MAKE ROOM FOR THE COASTAL CONVERSATION.
Flood planning can feel technical, and community calendars can fill quickly. Give yourself a few quiet minutes to read the official event details and the city’s coastal resilience information, note one question, and decide whether you want to attend or follow up later.
Try this: Take a slow walk near the beach or sit somewhere shaded. Notice the breeze, the water, and the people sharing the shoreline with you. If you want a practical way to care for that shared space, watch the Sunny Isles shoreline cleanup spotlight and browse the city’s parks and recreation resources.
🌱 Tiny takeaway: Staying connected to a coastal city starts with both attention and care. |
SUNNY ISLES / WEEKLY ✨ The Beauty Drop YOUR COASTAL WEEKEND SKIN-CARE CHECK.
Between the Veterans Day ceremony, a charcuterie workshop, and time near the water, Sunny Isles plans call for a routine that handles sun, breeze, and a full day out.
Before you go: Apply broad-spectrum SPF 30 or higher to exposed skin. If you want a product example, compare UVDefense SPF 50 with the mineral lotion. Reapply about every two hours when outdoors or after swimming or sweating. See the American Academy of Dermatology's sunscreen guidance.
For your bag: Bring water, sunglasses, a hat, and lip repair or another lip balm with SPF. A light moisturizer, such as moisturizing cream, can help skin feel comfortable after a breezy beach cleanup or evening on Collins Avenue.
✨ The takeaway: Keep the routine simple, protect your skin, and enjoy the local plans that fit your week. |
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💛 Until next week, Sunny Isles!
From a new visitor resource at Gateway Center to the upcoming Veterans Wall tribute, this issue is a reminder that our coastal city is more than a postcard view. It's the neighbors, local businesses, and community traditions that give Sunny Isles Beach its character.
If you enjoyed this edition, forward it to a friend or share it with your group chat. You might help someone discover a local restaurant, an art outing, or a story worth following.
Have a neighborhood tip, an upcoming event, or a Sunny Isles photo you'd love to see featured? We'd love to hear what matters to you.
See you next week! 🌊 |
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💡 Answer to Trivia Question: Motel Row |