With the holiday season nearly here, many charities and organizations choose to host a toy drive for underprivileged children, but after seeing a news report that research shows children who are wearing clean pajamas are psychologically healthier, calmer at night, and have more self-esteem, Lourdes Corvo decided to start her own drive. Corvo, a long-time  Miami Lakes resident and co-owner of Corvo and Calas Law Firm with Perla Sole Calas...

Miami Lakes Branch Library announced the following programs that are available for the public during December:For Children and Families: STEM Saturdays – Enjoy an interactive lesson and hands-on activities with FIU undergraduate and medical students. This month’s theme is “Extract DNA from a Strawberry!” DNA is the building block of life. Participants can do a cool experiment while they learn about DNA and extract it...

Miami Lakes Public Safety Committee is encouraging the community to be sure to lock their vehicles and remove any valuables during the holiday season.Removing gifts and shopping bags from cars, and locking doors may seem simple enough, but many residents simply forget or get sidetracked due to the stress of the holiday season.The theft of a purse, wallet or documents with sensitive information could also result in identity theft. These crimes...

Miami Lakes Cultural Affairs Committee will present the 16th Annual Holiday Storytelling in Town Hall Council Chambers, 6601 Main Street,  from 2 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, December 4.The free holiday event will allow children meet and hear Mrs. Claus along with the Bob Graham Education Center’s Chorus which will perform some favorite holiday songs.All attendees will receive books provided by the Town’s Education Advisory Board...

First grader Sabrina Gonzalez, daughter of Adrian and Rachel Gonzalez, lifelong residents of Miami Lakes, represented Dade Christian School at the annual Florida Association of Christian Colleges & Schools (FACCS) State Spelling Bee on November 11. She finished fifth place in her grade level.