Call it pandemic fashion, the colorful face coverings we wear to protect ourselves, our families, friends and neighbors from the COVID-19 virus.
The masks are sometimes utilitarian, sometimes a joyful opportunity for self-expression.
What kind of mask do you wear? Show it off by sending a selfie to LindaT@MiamiLaker.com.

Photos by Linda Trischitta, The Miami Laker.

History Villa Vizcaya is a gated condominium community of 285 townhomes located on the west side of Miami Lakes. The neighborhood of attached Mediterranean-style homes is snug alongside the Northwest 87th Avenue bridge, at the southeast corner of Commerce Way. A canal is its southern border. Amenities Amenities include 24-hour security, a swimming pool, cabana, a playground and an outdoor gym, according to Paola Amador of...

A family-owned business that survived threats to its bottom line from Hurricane Andrew and the ongoing coronavirus pandemic is celebrating its 48th anniversary this year. The Miami Lakes Sports Shop has served two generations of athletes by outfitting school teams and Optimist Club leagues as well as adults who needed tennis or soccer or other kinds of gear. “We’re still hanging on,” said Rosalyn Hamilton, 72, who owns the...

You may have seen them: Teams of Miami Lakers running around town, wearing costumes as they fulfilled 83 “missions” in the Great Miami Lakes Scavenger Hunt. Think it sounds easy? First place winners the Loch Isle Gang accumulated 40,300 points. Hot on their heels were the Jingle Belles with 40,000 points followed by the Fantastic Fam, with 39,900 points. “I don’t know who had more fun, if it was us or the...

New Year SangriaCreated by Bruce LawrenceGeneral Manager, Shula’s 2 Steak & Sports Miami LakesThough New Year’s Eve may look and feel a little different this year, you can still celebrate virtually with family and friends.This refreshing sangria is the perfect cocktail to raise a toast to loved ones.• Pour 4 ounces of your favorite merlot into a wine glass.• Add 2 ounces of cranberry juice, 2 ounces of orange juice and 1.5 ounces of...