County announces plans for Miami Lakes Library

Education By Alexandra Herrera, Reporter Thursday, June 15, 2023

     The Miami Lakes branch of the county library system is a busy place: Children arrive for tutoring, elders browse for books and videos and patrons from toddlers to teens learn to sing, sew and play chess.      But the community has outgrown the branch at 6699 Windmill Gate Road that it has used since 1981.       Before anything was built on the property, The Graham Companies,...

Police to enforce curfew for minors in downtown Miami Lakes

Community By Linda Trischitta, Editor Thursday, June 15, 2023

With the school year ended and kids on summer vacation, officials in the Town of Miami Lakes will be enforcing the curfew that is already in effect for the town center. Residents and visitors may see more officers from Miami-Dade Police patrolling the neighborhood.   “We’ve seen an increase in unsupervised juveniles roaming downtown without adult supervision and we’re going to start enforcing the curfew,...

Coming soon: New law for golf carts

Community By Alexandra Herrera, Reporter Thursday, June 15, 2023

    Golf cart owners in Miami Lakes can expect a change in the rules for young drivers.      A new law passed in the recent Florida legislative session will take effect Oct. 1.       It will require drivers under the age of 18 to have a valid driver’s license or learner’s permit to operate a golf cart.      The town council on June 6 voted unanimously to align...

Community Calendar through July 4

Community By Alexandra Herrera, Reporter Thursday, June 15, 2023

Please check the Town of Miami Lakes social media pages for the most up-to-date information. RSVP at TOML.Eventbrite.com.  June 14 Senior Bingo Luncheon. Join the Elderly Affairs Committee for its bi-monthly bingo luncheon for seniors 60+. Enjoy lunch and a chance to play for prizes. Space is limited and pre-registration is required. Miami Lakes Town Hall, 6601 Main St. 11 a.m. Free.  June 14 Miami Lakes Chamber of Commerce...

Miami Lakes Library Programs through July 8

Education By Linda Trischitta, Editor Thursday, June 15, 2023

 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.  Father’s Day Joke-off  Wed., June 14   4 p.m. – 5 p.m.  Share your best family friendly Dad Joke. Participants will receive a small prize while supplies last. All ages.  Teen Crafty Corner  Thurs., June 15 4 p.m....
First899193Last