The backpack giveaway presented by Miami Lakes Mayor Manny Cid and the Giving Gators charity drew more than 250 students to Town Hall who were outfitted with school supplies on June 24, organizers said.       Shown in the photo, from left are Denis Brenes, president of Giving Gators; Rey Garcia, a Giving Gators volunteer; Miami Lakes Mayor Manny Cid; Miami-Dade Commissioner Sen. Rene Garcia; Mario O. Pinera,...

     Former City of Miami Police Chief Jorge Colina described traits of leaders when he addressed the Miami Lakes Chamber Luncheon on June 14.      Among the tips for success Colina, who is now working as a consultant shared was to emulate the behaviors of successful people we admire.      “Every day is a new opportunity for you to grow your business and your contacts and be...

Alexa Amat Diez Market Retail Account Executive, Miami Lakes      “With family and friends at my house,” Alexa Amat Diez said. “It’s more [of a] barbecue, having friends and family over. Maybe our neighbors as well, so it will be a small get-together at my house.”  Rodolfo Blanco Lawyer, member of the Miami Lakes Economic Development Committee; vice chair,...

  The Miami-Dade County Library branch in Miami Lakes is offering these in-person classes. Space in classes is limited and registration may be required.  Mario Kart 8 Tournament  Sat. July 1, 2 p.m. – 5 p.m. Racers will compete for prizes at the finale to be held Sat. Aug. 12 at the Main Library. Played on Nintendo Switch, controllers will be provided. Registration required. Ages 13 –...

Please check town social media pages for the most up-to-date information. RSVP at TOML.Eventbrite.com.  June 25 - July 26 Summer Fishing Fun. The Town of Miami Lakes will host its summer fishing fun event for families at the Optimist Park marina dock. Poles, bait and safety vests are included for free. Pre-registration is required at TOML.Eventbrite.com. Marina dock at Miami Lakes Optimist Park, 6411 NW 162nd St. Wednesdays at 5 p.m....