Innovative businessman, philanthropist, aviator, collector, history enthusiast, and patron of education and ideas, Jay I. Kislak, 96, died peacefully at his Miami home on October 3. Kislak spent his life exploring unusual places, ideas and ventures, forging relationships and assembling extraordinary treasures, which he generously shared. His achievements encompassed many fields of endeavor – business, collecting, flying and...

  St. Thomas University president David A. Armstrong, J.D. is the guest speaker for the Miami Lakes Chamber of Commerce membership meeting and luncheon scheduled for Wednesday, October 10, at Shula’s Hotel on Main Street. In August, Armstrong become the college’s 10th president, leaving Thomas More College in Kentucky to join the Bobcats. He was president of the liberal arts school belonging to the Diocese of Covington for...

  Mayor Manny Cid and Councilmember Tim Daubert welcomed CrossFit Miami Lakes on September 25. CrossFit Miami Lakes is a world-class training facility located in the heart of Miami Lakes inside the NutriForce Sports Complex at 14660 N.W. 60 Avenue. The facility features 14,000 square feet of indoor space along with a 13,000 square-foot outdoor training area with a broad training program suitable for all fitness levels.

  Miami Lakes Elderly Affairs Committee (EAC) has scheduled several events for seniors during October. Tuesday, October 9 – Mount Sinai Lecture Series. “What You Need to Know About Breast Cancer” will be presented by Dr. Sumana Narayanan at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, October 9, at Town Hall, 6601 Main Street. A light lunch will be served courtesy of Mount Sinai Medical Center. Wednesday, October 17 – Free Field Trip to...

  Time is running out for Miami Lakes residents to nominate a deserving individual to be the Grand Marshal for the 39th annual Veteran’s Day Parade which is scheduled for Sunday, November 11. The Grand Marshal will be selected by the Town’s Veterans Committee at their October meeting. Criteria includes: • Be in good standing in the community. • Be a person who has displayed outstanding service, pride and commitment...