Hook a Kid on Golf promises to be a “hole-in-one” for Miami Lakes residents. The six-week program is aimed at introducing the basics of golf while teaching the etiquette of the game to children between 7-12 years of age. The program is set to start in late October at Shula’s Golf Club and requires a one-time $20 registration fee. Hook a Kid on Golf, a program introduced by the National Alliance for Youth Sports,...

  Mayor Michael Pizzi will deliver the annual State of the Town address on Wednesday, October 21, at Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street. A reception will be held from 6:30 to 7:15 p.m. with the address in Council Chambers beginning at 7:15 p.m. The Mayor will highlight priorities for the upcoming year and accomplishments during the past year. All residents are invited to attend. Civic leaders, elected officials, volunteers...

  Miami Lakes’ popular youth programs, Just Run® and Start Smart are back for the fall and still have spots available. Both programs are held at Miami Lakes Picnic Park West, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue. The Just Run® Miami Lakes program, in its 6th year, is a free, fun program that promotes fitness, healthy eating, good citizenship and pride in accomplishment. The program is open to elementary and middle school students, ages 5...

  Miami Lakes Elderly Affairs Committee is hosting the annual Halloween Senior Social from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, October 24, at Roberto Alonso Community Center, 16500 N.W. 87 Avenue, at Royal Oaks Park. The event is free and will feature music, entertainment, raffles and lunch. Everyone is invited to come and celebrate All Hallows Eve while enjoying dancing, contests and a chance to meet new people. Prizes for best costume will...

  Miami Lakes is inviting the community to nominate a deserving individual to be the Grand Marshall of the 36th annual Veteran’s Day Parade to be held on Sunday, November 8. Nominations are due by Friday, October 16, and should be submitted via email to decardenasc@miamilakes-fl.gov. Selection of the Grand Marshall will be determined by the Town’s Veterans Committee. Criteria for the section includes: • An individual...