Coral Gables, FL - September 13, 2009 - Council #3274 once again sponsored the Habitat for Humanity Breakfast at the Church of the Little Flower helping program organizers thank those who have volunteered and providing a venue to inform others on how they can become involved.  "Our Council has sponsored this breakfast for a number of years," remarked Council Chancellor and Habitat for Humanity Program Co-chair Scott Rembold.  "I grew up in a small town and activities like these remind me of that; this is how we build community.  By supporting the Habitat effort at Little Flower our Council promotes volunteerism in much the same way that our Supreme Council has promoted volunteerism nationally through efforts like the new www.servicetogether.org (a Web site with resources for volunteers and volunteer organizations.)"  Juan Antunez, the Council's other Habitat for Humanity Program Co-chair noted, "This breakfast has become one the activities that our children look forward to participating in.  They like to see their Dad's doing good and they like being a part of that."  Scott and Juan are co-captains of the Habitat for Humanity workday on November 14.  All members interested in volunteering are encouraged to send an e-mail to Scott Rembold or Juan Antunez.

Coral Gables, FL – September 10, 2009 – The Coral Gables Council of the Knights of Columbus held the first in a series of dinners celebrating the “Year for Priests” in its Council Hall. “As soon as we heard about the Holy Father’s intention to call for a Year for Priests, our members began debating different ways to honor our priests,” explained Grand Knight Javier Maribona, “the idea that won out was simply to provide them with the opportunity to have an evening of relaxed conversation and good food in the company of their Brother Priests each month.” “We really enjoyed, planning, preparing , and serving a meal to these men who do so much for us and look forward to more priests attending next month and the four dinners scheduled for 2010,” remarked program Co-chair Adolfo Diaz. The Coral Gables Knights will host dinners in October 2009, and January, February, May, and June 2010.

Luncheon draws Knights of Columbus leaders from State and Supreme offices and more than 100 attendees to hear from local Respect Life leaders and show continued support.

"The Archdiocese of Miami is closing schools and churches, but the Knights of Columbus are coming to the rescue...," remarked NBC 6's Bob Mayer as South Florida's most tenured television newscaster prepared to interview Past Grand Knight Ralph Egües for a South Florida Today segment calling attention to Council 3274's scholarship program. The Knights of Columbus in Coral Gables have offered inner-city youths the opportunity to earn scholarships to attend a Catholic high school for the past nine years. "The current economic conditions do present special challenges, so our response was to add an additional scholarship this year. It has been more difficult raising the needed funds and we appreciate NBC6 giving us this opportunity to tell your viewers about our program." explained Egües who invited viewers to attend the Council's upcoming dinner/dance and silent auction on June 6 at the Council's Hall at 270 Catalonia in Coral Gables or support the Council's scholarship fund directly with tax-deductible donations. Those wishing to purchase tickets or make contributions may do so by calling (305) 445-7365.

The Down Syndrome Association of Miami (DSAOM) held their Second Annual Miracle Walk in Coral Gables on Sunday, October 12, 2008.  The Walk, which will benefit the DSAOM, began at 9 AM at Ponce Circle Park, following opening ceremonies featuring remarks from Mayor Slesnick and TV personalities, and presentation of the colors and the singing of the National Anthem by the Knights of Columbus Coral Gables Council.  Knights of Columbus also assisted with event planning, set up, cooking and serving hotdogs for all participants, and site clean up.  "Since the Down Syndome Association of Miami was founded, the Coral Gables Knights have been supportive, providing the organization meeting space in our hall and supporting thier activities," remarked Grand Knight Dr. Javier Maribona.  "Their mission of providing support to parents of children with Down Syndrome and assisting them in identify programs and healthcare providers to meet their children's special needs is an important service that we Knights of Columbus take pride in supporting."

The 2009 Miracle Walk was supported by more than 2,000 walkers, community leaders and advocates, countless online donors, more than 40 “Platinum” and “Gold” level corporate sponsors, and several community volunteers.  The Miracle Walk was featured in the Miami Herald and CBS 4 News.  Last year’s Miracle Walk was featured in public service announcements and PodCasts, the Miami Herald, and CBS 4 News.  Funds from last year’s walk were used to:

For more information on the Down Syndrom Association of Miami as well as donation and sponsorship opportunities, visit www.dsaom.org, call 305-595-5508 or email at info@dsaom.org.