Dan Grech, founder of BizHack Academy and an award-winning journalist and storyteller at The Miami Herald, Washington Post and NPR, is the guest speaker for the Miami Lakes Chamber of Commerce membership meeting. The event is scheduled for 11:30 a.m., Wednesday, September 12 at Don Shula’s Hotel, 6842 Main Street. Grech also worked at two software startups and an energy company, and has mentored startups and established...

  Miami Lakes is requesting residents to nominate a deserving individual to be the Grand Marshal for the 39th annual Veteran’s Day Parade which is scheduled for Sunday, November 11. The Grand Marshal will be selected by the Town’s Veterans Committee at their October meeting. Criteria includes: • Be in good standing in the community. • Be a person who has displayed outstanding service, pride and commitment to the...

  Miami Lakes Youth Center will be hosting several fun and exciting programs for middle and high school students at “The Spot” from 6 to 8 p.m. during September at 6075 Miami Lakes Drive. Friday, September 14 - Cartoon Character Night. Dress as your favorite cartoon character, hangout with friends, and play various games throughout the night. Costume contest winner will receive a prize. Saturday, September 15 –...

  Miami Lakes Neighborhood improvement Committee invited residents to participate in the 2018 Home Beautification Contest in conjunction with the “I Heart Miami Lakes” campaign. Resident Rosy Prieto is this year’s winner for her beautification efforts and commitment to keep Miami Lakes “Growing Beautifully.” Prieto created an inviting, warm, and beautiful Miami Lakes home entrance by designing, building,...

  The Miami Lakes Toastmasters Club invites residents to meet members and participate in its twice-monthly meetings at Miami Lakes Educational Center, 5780 N.W. 158 Street. “Miami Lakes Toastmasters provides a supportive and positive environment where members have the opportunity to develop their communication and leadership skills,” said club president Jacqueline House. Members and guests enjoy meetings that include...