With the school year nearly over, it’s time to start planning for summer activities for the kids,  and the Town of Miami Lakes, in partnership with the YMCA and other community organizations, will be offering several summer camp programs. YMCA Summer Camps will be available 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. from June 11 through August 17 at two Miami Lakes locations. Campers will participate in field trips, physical activities, theme-based...

  Businesses are the heart and center of the economic activity in Miami Lakes. There are over 2,300 registered small and big businesses in Miami Lakes that contribute to the economic impact in the region. In order to help local businesses continue to grow and stay updated with the latest technological trends, Miami Lakes Economic Development Committee will host a strategic popup event, “The Social Media Tech Summit,” from...

  Town of Miami Lakes is hosting Round 3 of the “Capture a Miami Lakes Moment” photo contest with a chance for photographers to win a great prize and be recognized at the September Town Council meeting and have their photo featured on the Town’s website. The contest offers an opportunity to capture the hometown feel and stunning views of the Miami Lakes community while depicting a favorite place or thing to do in the...

  State Senator Rene Garcia will be the guest speaker at the next Miami Lakes Chamber of Commerce luncheon meeting scheduled for 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, May 9, at Shula’s Hotel Grand Ballroom. The organization’s monthly gathering opens for networking with lunch to follow at noon. To reserve contact Marta Diaz at 305-556-2212, or email mdiaz@miamilakeschamber.com. Deadline to reserve a table is Friday, May 4, at noon. Garcia...

  The Miami Lakes Town Council held its May 1 regular meeting, where lawmakers were expected to approve two ordinance and a host of resolutions including business contracts. • Lawmakers were expected to give their initial approval for an ordinance to create a provision in the town’s code for proper paint colors for commercial and industrial buildings. The ordinance stems from Councilmember Marilyn Ruano’s proposal to...