Those interested in learning about kitchen designing are offered a free class at Rick’s Cabinet Tree, 16387 N.W. 67 Ave, in the Windmill Gate Shopping Center. Rick Blanco, a Certified Kitchen Designer, will lead the class on how to plan and create a new kitchen on Saturday, May 6 from 2 to 4 p.m. Topics such as measuring, design, materials, color selection and current trends will be discussed. All Miami Lakes residents are welcome...

The newly renovated Shula’s Steak 2 on Main Street celebrated a grand reopening on April 5 with the special appearance of Coach Don Shula. The winningest coach in NFL history was interviewed by one of Florida’s most familiar voices, sportscaster Joe Rose, for WQAM 560 Sports Radio. The image of Coach Shula talking sports with Rose hearkens back to a time when Shula’s Steak 2 hosted radio shows and had football greats walking...

Miami Lakes Youth Activities Task Force (YATF), in partnership with the YMCA of South Florida, will celebrate Healthy Kid’s Day and Sports-a-Palooza during Super Saturday at the Park on Saturday, April 29, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Miami Lakes Picnic Park West, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue.The free family event will consist of a family fair with activities for children and adults including information and resources from community service...

On April 5, a special exhibit was held on Main Street for the winners of the 4th Annual Main Street Banner Art Contest. In attendance were students and their families, as well as area school teachers and principals, who celebrated the unveiling of the banners along Main Street.This year’s theme was “Miami Lakes Inspires Me.” Artwork was to interpret how Miami Lakes has shaped something that inspired the students. Examples...

Miami Lakes Elderly Affairs Committee will host a Senior Appreciation Golden Hero Awards Luncheon from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 6, at Roberto Alonso Community Center, 16500 N.W. 87 Avenue.The community was invited to nominate men and women over the age of 60 for the Golden Hero Award. From athletes to caregivers, Golden Heros illuminate many paths in life and have accomplished outstanding achievements, demonstrated exemplary service...