Our Neighborhoods Loch Lomond

Community By Megan Jacobo, Reporter Friday, December 6, 2019

History Loch Lomond was developed during the 1960s and 1970s by The Graham Companies. A unique feature in Loch Lomond is that all of the 185 homes are custom built. There are a few houses that share the same design, but the rest of the home styles vary. Visitors will see Mediterranean houses, modern and traditional brick. A fun fact: streets are named for famous golf courses in Scotland. Loch Lomond is one of the most coveted...
The 2nd Annual Jingle Bell Jog is set for Dec. 21. Presented by Headquarter Toyota, there is also going to be a dash for kids. Last year, 850 runners competed. Organizer Nayib Hassan said he predicts more than double that many to run in the 5K this year. The race, to benefit veterans with post traumatic stress disorder, will begin at 7:30 a.m. at 6701 Main St. Runners will travel a loop along Northwest 154th...
“Lorca: Flamenco y Contemporáneo” is a play with songs based on the life of the playwright and poet Federico Garcia Lorca..

“Lorca: Flamenco y Contemporáneo” will run through Dec. 15. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 5 p.m. For more information visit mainstreetplayers.com or 305-558-3737.

Festival of Lights set for Nov. 30

Community Friday, November 15, 2019

    Kick off the holiday season with two great holiday traditions: the 35th Annual Main Street Festival of Lights in Miami Lakes, and Small Business Saturday.     Both events happen during the same weekend after Thanksgiving, on Saturday, Nov. 30.      That’s when lights will brighten two blocks of Main Street in downtown Miami Lakes, which will be transformed when the famous oak tree glows...

Fruit, film & fitness at Picnic Park West

Community Friday, November 15, 2019

     Picnic Park West is the place to be in Miami Lakes this fall.      The farmers market returns to the green space at 15151 NW 82nd Ave. on Saturday, Nov. 16.       Vendors selling fresh produce, natural juices, flowers, cultural foods and handmade accessories will be set up from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., every Saturday through April.      New sellers are welcome. Contact the...
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