Miami Lakes Youth Activities Task Force chairman Lynn Matos (third from right) and the Town Council gratefully thanked Anibal Perez and Roylan Valdiva (fourth and fifth from right) of Bella Mar Real Estate Group for graciously donating $10,000 to be the title sponsor of the 2016-2017 Movies in the Park series that will run through March at Miami Lakes Picnic Park West.

Locals and their furry friends are welcome to Canine Cocktails hosted by Miami Lakes’ Hotel Indigo on Thursday, December 15, from 6 to 8 p.m. Hotel Indigo is located at 7601 Miami Lakes Drive.Canine Cocktails is a dog-friendly monthly gathering offering a venue for dog owners to enjoy drink specials and free appetizers while their pups enjoy treats. Those participating can purchase organic dog treats from the Doggie Bag Cafe.Miami-Dade...

JetStream Federal Credit Union, headquartered in Miami Lakes, announced the grand opening of its new Doral branch on Wednesday, January 25.JetStream president and CEO Jeanne Kucey explained the grand opening will also recognize JetStream’s distinguished designation as a Juntos Avanzamos Credit Union in recognition of the Credit Union’s commitment to serving and empowering the Hispanic Community.The event, from 5 to 7 p.m. at 1200...

The newly opened MGM Academy, located at 14505 Commerce Way, Suite 450 in Miami Lakes, is a center designed for students with behavioral issues to help promote each child’s strength while providing professional guidance to overcome social, academic, family barriers, and maladaptive behaviors. The center also provides support groups for parents, grandparents and other relatives. The academy is holding an Open House Celebration on...

The holiday season is here which means seasonal treats are in store at Main Street’s only cupcakery, L.A. Sweetz. Residents and visitors can plan on cupcakes in flavors such as pumpkin pie, peppermint, eggnog, chocolate mint, apple pie and champagne. The rollout of seasonal flavors is one of many things L.A. Sweetz owner Letty Alvarez is looking forward to as the year comes to a close. Alvarez, a previous contender on the Food...