Miami Lakes Education Advisory Board announced it is accepting applications for the Miami Lakes Future Leaders Scholarship presented by The Graham Companies. Two $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to graduating high school seniors who are residents of Miami Lakes. All applications must be received by March 30 and will be forwarded to the Education Advisory Board for their selection of the two winners. The Mayor, Town Council and a...

    Dr. Enrique Gongora is the guest speaker for the Miami Lakes Chamber of Commerce’s monthly membership luncheon, which is scheduled for 11:30 a.m., Wednesday, February 11, at Don Shula’s Hotel Grand Ballroom.  Gongora is a board-certified cardiac surgeon. In tribute to February as Heart Awareness Month, his topic will focus on “Keeping Our Hearts Healthy!”  Gongora earned his medical degree...

  Miami Lakes Councilmembers attended the Miami Lakes Bar Association’s (MLBA) 10th Year Anniversary celebration on January 23 in the Dolfan Room at Shula’s Steakhouse. More than 70 people attended the event, where Vice Mayor Manny Cid presented a proclamation declaring January 23 as “Miami Lakes Bar Association Day.” Founded in 2005, MLBA is a non-profit voluntary bar association whose mission includes promoting...

  On Sunday, February 15 from 2 to 6 p.m., New York Style kids store Bk’lyn Boutique, located at 13973 N.W. 67 Ave. in the Lake Patricia Shopping Center, will open its doors for a free Mardi Gras event. Parents and children can enjoy complimentary snacks, face painting, party favors, and specials. Come dressed up for the Mardi Gras theme or come as you are and enjoy an afternoon out with your little one.  Bk'lyn Boutique is a...

  Vizcaya Museum and Gardens is seeking volunteers to lead guided interactive tours for its visitors. An information reception for those interested in becoming a Volunteer Guide will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, February 19, in the Courtyard of the Main House, 3251 South Miami Avenue. New Volunteer Guides training begins on March 10 for seven weeks. Training will take place from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Tuesdays at Vizcaya....