Week of August 28, 2008   
Tuesday is judgment day for transit items as county commissioners face delayed decisions
Proposed ordinance would expand Miami-Dade County commission chairman's powers
Miami budget specifics a no-show as commission faces $35 million shortfall
Falling property values, high fuel costs hurting Miami's budget
Miami Downtown Development Authority's interim leadership looks for accountability
Miami-Dade County measure would alter commission procedures
Restoration work on former Miami High School building set for completion in October


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Sunday 8/30

TALES FROM GUANTÁNAMO
   Mahvish Ruksana Khan will be reading and signing copies of her book, "My Guantánamo Diary." The book is the story of Ms. Khan becoming a translator and friend to Afghan detainees in Cuba. 5 p.m. Books and Books, 264 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables. Details: (305) 442-4408 or www.booksandbooks.com.

Tuesday 9/2

A RARE BREED
   Jana Kohl will be signing copies of her book about the life of her adopted three-legged dog, Baby, who was abused for years at a puppy mill and has since become the celebrity spokesdog for animal rights. Ms. Kohl's book, "A Rare Breed of Love: The True Story of Baby." 6:30 p.m. Books and Books, 264 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables. Details: (305) 442-4408 or www.booksandbooks.com.
CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATOR
   Lisa Black's novel follows a forensic investigator to a dead man's body found behind a federal bank in Cleveland moments before learning her fiancée has been taken hostage. The author will be on hand to read excerpts and sign copies of her book. 8 p.m. Books and Books, 264 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables. Details: (305) 442-4408 or www.booksandbooks.com.

Wednesday 9/3

LIFE LESSONS
   Don McNeal will be at Books and Books signing copies of his book, "Home Team Advantage." The former Dolphin's book tells the story of his mother's passing and his father's efforts to raise 10 children. 6:30 p.m. Books and Books, 264 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables. Details: (305) 442-4408 or www.booksandbooks.com.
SOUTH-AMERICAN HOTSPOTS
   Travel writer and photographer Christopher P. Baker will be at Books and Books discussing his latest guidebooks; Moon Cuba and Moon Costa Rica. An expert on both countries, Mr. Baker offers suggestions for the best places and things to see, eat and experience. 8 p.m. Books and Books, 264 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables. Details: (305) 442-4408 or www.booksandbooks.com.

Thursday 9/4

A PSYCHOLOGICAL PORTRAIT
   New York Times Bestselling Author Haven Kimmel will be signing copies of her fourth novel at Books and Books. "Iodine" is Ms. Kimmel's portrayal of a young woman with deep-seated psychological problems trying to fit into society. 8 p.m. Books and Books, 264 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables. Details: (305) 442-4408 or www.booksandbooks.com.


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