The 28th annual Miami Lakes United Methodist Church pumpkin patch is back. Enjoy this Miami Lakes tradition through October 31st to enjoy the fall season. General admission is $5 on Monday through Thursday, $7 on Friday through Sunday and $10 on Halloween, children 12 and under get free admission with a paying adult. “A free pass is available for guests who join us in October for a Sunday worship service at 10 a.m.,” a...

Oct. 14 Miami Lakes Chamber of Commerce Luncheon. Join the Miami Lakes Chamber of Commerce for its monthly luncheon, where Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava will speak. Miami Lakes Hotel on Main, 6842 Main St. Networking at 11:30 a.m. followed by lunch at noon. $45 for members, $55 for non-members. Register at miamilakeschamber.com. Oct. 16 Youth Open Hang. Kids between the ages of 5 and 12 are invited to this...

The Cultural Affairs Committee presented their annual book talk on September 17 at Miami Lakes Town Hall. This year the committee hosted local author Elizabeth Castillo, author of “Dear Healing Heart.” The book is about reconnecting with yourself while caring for a special-needs child. CAC Vice Chair Elsa Reus said the evening was emotional for mothers with special need children.

South Florida Donor Network recently welcomed donor families and loved ones to a donor recognition ceremony - an evening dedicated to remembering those who helped others live or live better through organ, eye and tissue donation. The group, which officially opens its new Miami Lakes headquarters this month, hosted the event at the Diplomat Beach Resort in Hollywood. The event honored 52 donors, who were represented by more than 300 family...

     The Miami-Dade County Library branch in Miami Lakes is closed for renovation. Patrons may visit the branch in Palm Springs North at 17601 NW 78th Ave. for classes. Many classes require registration, call for information at 305-820-8564 or padronc@mdpls.org.      The branch is open 9:30 a.m. - 8 p.m. Monday - Thursday; 9:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. Friday -Saturday and closed Sunday. Homework Help and...