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	More cities could soon split transportation surtax cash
	Giving newer incorporated municipalities share of transportation surtax a 'fairness principle,' Rep. Braynon says
	Bill aims to force voter OK on publicly-built stadiums
	Florida Marlins remain committed to Orange Bowl site, call private ballpark proposal 'publicity stunt'
	Community Redevelopment Agency bonding outlook worse than expected
	Dade looking for expert advisers in preparation for more private-sector partnerships
	Moving along: Transit stimulus to get Miami trolleys rolling, other street repairs going

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Thursday 3/12

WORDS OF WISDOM
In his first book, financial planner Marc Silverman tries to make today's complex personal-finance issues simple to understand and provide easy solutions for readers to use. "The ideas in Financial Wisdom: Tough Questions. Smart Answers. Better Retirement" asks nine questions to assess the reader's financial state of affairs then gives sound advice on how individuals of any age can prepare for financial success and retirement. The author will be in Coral Gables discussing his book and strategies for success. 8 p.m. Books & Books, 265 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables. Details: (305) 442-4408 or www.booksandbooks.com.

Saturday 3/14

MYSTERIOUS DISAPPEARANCE
Randy Wayne White's "Dead Silence" follows the mysterious kidnapping of a US senator in New York City. While her disappearance baffles authorities, things soon become clear as they receive the kidnappers' ultimatum. The author will be signing copies of his book. 7 p.m. Books & Books, 265 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables. Details: (305) 442-4408 or www.booksandbooks.com.

Sunday 3/15

A SURGEON'S MEMOIR
Books & Books and the Miami Beach Jewish Community Center host Miami-native Dr. David Galbut for a presentation and signing of his book "My Father's Final Journey: A Heart Surgeon's Memoir." The book is the story of the traumatic final months of the life of the author's father and the complex emotions generated. 1:30 p.m. Books & Books, 265 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables. Details: (305) 442-4408 or www.booksandbooks.com.

Wednesday 3/18

OVER THE HILL
In "The Third Chapter: Passion, Risk and Adventure in the 25 Years After 50," renowned sociologist Sara Lawrence-Lightfoot challenges the prevailing images of aging by documenting and revealing the ways in which the years between the ages of 50 and 75 may be the most transformative and generative time in a person's life. The author will be discussing her book and signing copies. 8 p.m. Books & Books, 265 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables. Details: (305) 442-4408 or www.booksandbooks.com.

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