Lock your car doors and if you see something, say something to law enforcement, Sheriff Rosie Cordero-Stutz reminded residents during a community meeting at Country Club of Miami.       “One of the biggest complaints that we get [is about people] leaving their cars open, please remember that,” Cordero-Stutz said to about 60 people who gave her a warm welcome on June...

The Miami Lakes Cultural Affairs Committee held its annual Painting a Picture for Mom event at the Miami Lakes Farmer’s Market on May 10. More than 50 children participated, said Committee Vice Chair Elsa Reus, who took the photo. Shown in the photo: Sophie Mermet-Marechal works on her painting.

The community is invited to a public meeting to be held by Miami-Dade County Sheriff Rosie Cordero-Stutz on June 10 at the Country Club of Miami. The forum is an opportunity for residents to meet with her, share concerns, ask questions and get updates on public safety in the area. The meeting will be held at 6801 NW 186th St., from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. The agency is asking those who wish to attend to register...

Darwin Villavicencio  Lieutenant, Miami-Dade Fire Rescue Miami Lakes      “The best gift I’ve received is that they still remember [me],” Darwin Villvicencio said. “In my case, I’ve never been blessed with kids but I’ve raised [a kid]. There is still an 18-year- old. She still reaches out and thanks me because I was a father figure to her.”  ...

June 5 Senior Bingo Luncheon Join the Elderly Affairs Committee for bingo, a meal and prizes. Roberto Alonso Community Center, 16500 NW 87th Ave. Ages 60+. 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Free. Pre-registration required, go to Toml.Eventbrite.com.  June 11 Miami Lakes Chamber of Commerce monthly luncheon. Guest speaker: Hialeah Councilman Jesus Tundidor. Miami Lakes Hotel on Main, 6842 Main St. Networking from 11:30 a.m., lunch begins at noon....