Sponsored by Leon Medical Centers, Miami Lakes Elderly Affairs Committee will provide nutritious lunches as part of the new “Meet and Eat” program from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. on certain Wednesdays at Mary Collins Community Center. The lunches will be held on Wednesdays, September 10 and 24. The event also provides seniors an opportunity to socialize and make new friends. Space is limited. To reserve seating, contact Dottie...

  Miami Lakes Boy Scout Troop 49’s storage trailer containing all of its camping gear was broken into last week and all the equipment was stolen. This included three cook stoves, eight tents, two large coolers, all propane tanks, fire extinguishers, water jugs, even all the pots and pans. All of Troop 49’s equipment with a value of nearly $5,000 is also shared with its Cub Pack and an immediate community fundraiser was...

  Miami Lakes Branch Library has the following programs available for the public during September: For Children and families: Reading Ready Toddler Storytime - Stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their care givers at 11 a.m. on Thursdays, September 4, 11, 18 and 25. Saturday Matinee at the Library – Miami Lakes Branch presents family friendly films for your entertainment at 3 p.m. on Saturday, September 6. Paws to Read...

  September is National Preparedness Month and a recent survey conducted by the Office of Emergency Management revealed that the number one reason why residents do not evacuate when they are advised is because they do not want to leave their pets behind. Although we are well into hurricane season, it’s not too late to get prepared. Having a disaster preparedness plan for yourself as well as for your pets can provide you peace of...

  Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS) recently launched a new mobile application to provide parents, students, and employees faster access to up-to-date school information.  The official Dadeschools Mobile App is now available to download for free on iPhone and Android devices. The mobile app features student class schedules and bus route information, list of all Dade schools and school information, functionality to contact...