Oct. 16 Cosmos for a Cure Chela’s Cocteleria will donate 50% of proceeds from sales of Cosmopolitan cocktails at this fundraiser to benefit the American Cancer Society – Cancer Action Network. Sponsored by Attorney Gloria Garcia and RE/MAX Advance Realty Real Estate Associate Lynn Matos. 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. 15301 NW 67th Ave.
Oct. 17 Halloween Senior Party The Elderly Affairs Committee invites those ages 60+ to wear a costume for a contest, enjoy live music and a complimentary lunch, presented by Humana. Roberto Alonso Community Center, 16500 NW 87th Ave. 12 p.m. – 3 p.m. Free. Registration required at Toml.Eventbrite.com.
Oct. 17 Miami Lakes Chamber of Commerce Gala Night The chamber will host its inaugural black-tie gala with fine dining and entertainment. Silent auction to benefit the American Cancer Society. Tickets: $225; $200 program sponsor; $350 silver sponsor; $1,800 table sponsor. Miami Lakes Hotel on Main, 6842 Main St. 6:30 p.m. Register at MiamiLakesChamber.com or call 786-663-5448.
Oct. 18 Sea Scouts Ship 144 Car Wash Fundraiser Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic Church, 15801 NW 67th Ave. Cars: $10; Trucks and SUVs: $15. 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Oct. 18 Miami Lakes Garden Club Meeting 10 a.m. at the Mary Collins Community Center, 15151 NW 82nd Ave.
Oct. 18 Mental Health Awareness Fall Festival Mental Health Task Force presents a Zumba class; DJ, food vendors, $5 pumpkins and more. Ticketed activities ($5 for three pumpkins; price to be announced at a dunk tank to soak a public official). Free, benefiting First Alarm Foundation suicide prevention. Register at TOML.Eventbrite.com. Sponsored by Larkin Community Hospital; My Psychiatrist; Thriving Mind South Florida; Baptist Health and Miami-Dade County Commissioner Sen. Rene Garcia. Veterans Park, 15151 NW 82nd Ave., 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Oct. 25 3rd Annual Trick or Treat with Main Street Merchants Bring the kids in costumes and get candy. Free. 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. Sponsored by MyGym and Main Street Merchants.
Oct. 25 Nightmare on Montrose Halloween Event Presented by the Youth Activities Task Force. Costumes, haunted house, candy, food trucks and more. 6 p.m. - 10 p.m., free entry. Veterans Park, 15151 NW 82nd Ave.
Nov. 2 46th Annual Veterans Day Parade Join the Miami Lakes Veterans Committee and American Legion Post 144 to honor military veterans of all wars and branches at this annual Miami Lakes tradition in the heart of town. Enjoy marching bands, Star Wars characters, dance groups and local organizations. The parade steps off at the corner of Bull Run Road and Northwest 67th Avenue at 10 a.m. It ends at Miami Lakes Town Hall with a ceremony honoring the Grand Marshal. Free.
Nov. 5 Miami Lakes Chamber of Commerce’s 25th Annual Business Expo Meet local businesses at this free expo. Fun prizes, music and networking. Miami Lakes Hotel on Main, 6842 Main St. Free. 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Nov. 7 Senior Bingo Luncheon. Hosted by the Elderly Affairs Committee, enjoy bingo, a meal and prizes at Roberto Alonso Community Center, 16500 NW 87th Ave.,16500 NW 87th Ave. Ages 60+, register at TOML.Eventbrite.com. 11 a.m. Free.
Nov. 14 Seizure Recognition and First Aid training In partnership with the Epilepsy Alliance Florida, Town Hall, 6600 Main St. 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Open to all, including caregivers and educators. Register at TOML.Eventbrite.com.
Nov. 14 Mayor’s Charity Gala - The Silver Soiree Enjoy a night of glitz and glamour, dining, dancing and auctions to benefit the Miami Lakes Special Needs Advisory Board. Miami Lakes Hotel on Main, 6842 Main St. 6:30 p.m. - 11 p.m. Tickets are $108.55. Lots of sponsorship availabilities. Register at TOML.Eventbrite.com.
Nov. 16 Skate Miami Lakes Led by two instructors from SkateFree. 10 a.m. Picnic Park East, 6075 Miami Lakes Drive. Free.
Nov. 19 Alliance for Aging Presentation: Medicare Open Enrollment Get expert help with 2025 insurance, counselors from Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders [SHINE] will offer personalized support. Register at TOML.Eventbrite.com. Town Hall, 6600 Main St. 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Free.
CANCELED Nov. 20 Rain Barrel/Water Conservation Workshop Learn how to capture rainwater, why it’s beneficial and how to install a rain barrel in your landscape. Purchase a refurbished barrel for $100+ tax and get a $50 rebate from Miami-Dade County. 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. Town Hall, 6600 Main St.