Melanie Fernandez, Vanderbilt University      “I am planning to double major in biomedical engineering and computer science,” Melanie Fernandez said. “Specifically, I want my research work to focus on regenerative medicine, like stem cells.  Once I graduate, I’m taking a gap year for the health of it. Then [I’m] planning to get my Ph.D. in regenerative medicine.  Right...

    Events are subject to change. Please check town social media pages for the most up-to-date information. RSVP at TOML.Eventbrite.com.  May 17 Ice Cream with a Cop. Enjoy Rita’s Italian Ice while chatting with local police officers who patrol Miami Lakes. There will also be an opportunity learn about the summer camps being offered. Miami Lakes Youth Center, 6075 Miami Lakes Drive. 4 p.m. Free.  May 17...

     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.  Mini Zen Garden Making Wed., May 17, 4 p.m. - 5 p.m. Use real plants, stones, soil and sand to create your own miniature Japanese garden.  Presented by Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens and made possible by the Miami Lakes...

    A new plaque beneath a crepe myrtle tree that honors the late Frank “Frankie” Indiero Jr. was unveiled May 6 in Miami Lakes.       Nearly a year ago, town officials and Indiero, Jr.’s family planted the tree at a park near Barbara Goleman Senior High School, at Northwest 148th Terrace and Northwest 89th Avenue.        Indiero was 19 when he took his life in 2019....

    The Graham Companies recognized outstanding employees on April 20 and attended the Inn Key Awards luncheon hosted by the Greater Miami & The Beaches Hotel Association at the Intercontinental Miami.      “We celebrated our best,” said Grace Orejas, human resources business partner at The Graham Companies.       “These Hospitality Heroes work at the Miami Lakes...