Oct. 8 Senior Bingo Luncheon. The Elderly Affairs Committee presents bingo, a meal and prizes. Roberto Alonso Community Center, 16500 NW 87th Ave. Age 60+. 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Free. Register at Toml.Eventbrite.com.
Oct. 8 Legal Seminar. The Elderly Care Law Firm and Veterans Rights Law Firm will host a free legal seminar on estate and Medicaid planning. Learn how to avoid probate, protecting your home and savings from nursing home costs, plan for long term care and preserve assets. Dinner is included but attendees must pre-register by emailing intake@elderlycarelawfirm.com or calling 786-321-8731. Arbor Café at Venture X, 15450 New Barn Road suite 200 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Oct. 10 Sabor Fest: Hispanic Heritage Month Event. The Cultural Affairs Committee is celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with a street festival on Main Street. Enjoy rich culture, flavors, and traditions at this free festival with music, art and handcrafted goods. 6710 Main St. Free. 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Oct. 16 Youth Open Hang. Kids between the ages of 5 and 12 are invited to this fall-themed hang at the Miami Lakes Youth Center. Participants can enjoy fun activities, have pizza and make new friends. Miami Lakes Youth Center, 6075 Miami Lakes Drive. 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Free. Register at Toml.Eventbrite.com.
Oct. 23 Mayor’s Gala. Join the mayor for the annual Mayor’s Gala benefitting the Miami Lakes Special Needs Advisory Board. This year the Mayor’s Gala will celebrate the disco era with Studio 154 as its theme. There will be live entertainment, dining and dancing. Every ticket purchased will go back to support the Special Needs Advisory Board. Sponsorship opportunities are also available for more information on sponsorships visit https://bit.ly/4ggqE3Q. Tickets on sale soon.
Oct. 24 Mental Health Awareness Fall Festival. Join the Mental Health Taskforce for its annual fall festival to support mental health awareness in the community. There will be a dunk tank, face painting, laser tag, yard games and food from local vendors. Veterans Park, 15151 Northwest 82nd Ave. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free.
Oct. 31 Nightmare on Montrose Halloween Event. The Youth Activities Taskforce present their annual Nightmare on Montrose Halloween event. Come dressed up in costume and enjoy a night of fun Halloween activities for all ages. Veterans Park, 15151 Northwest 82nd Ave. 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Free.