Camp Wannado is offering aftercare services for students in Miami Lakes.       The program includes mindfulness for kids; video games; sports; arts and crafts; homework help and more.      Snacks and transportation will be provided.       Aftercare costs $60 per week with no registration fee for residents; non-residents will pay $36 to...

Students returned to school in mid-August with eager expressions and sharpened pencils. Educators shared photos that captured the excitement of the new academic year.

  The Miami-Dade County Library branch in Miami Lakes is offering classes.   Most events require preregistration and popular courses may fill up early.  Sign up in advance to avoid being shut out of classes.  To check availability, call the branch at 305-822-6520, email truglioj@mdpls.org or sign up at https://bit.ly/3Wnp6tC. Adventure Begins with Teen Book Reviews  Wed., Sept. 4, 11, 18  4 p.m....

     The Miami Lakes Town Foundation is accepting applications for grants.       Community groups, school clubs or teams, educators and other organizations are welcome to apply for money for projects that encourage literacy, continuing education; developing and implementing youth programs; beautification projects and cultural events, the town said.       Applications will be...

     Girl Scouts of Tropical Florida Troop 902 members Victoria Loyal and Alexa Landrian are working to earn their Silver Awards.       The scouts’ goals are to empower U.S. Military veterans and save dogs in shelters with their project: Mission: Paw-sitive Impact.      Victoria, 13, of Hialeah Gardens and Alexa, 12, of Miami Lakes, have partnered with the Miami Lakes Veterans...