The Town of Miami Lakes is preparing to spend an estimated $3.5 million for improvements to the dated Optimist Park. The plans will modernize “critical infrastructure” while keeping existing layout of ball fields, according to a memo by Town Manager Edward Pidermann which the council discussed during the May 19 town meeting. Work could begin as soon as this summer, after negotiations with the Miami-Dade County School Board...

Miami-Dade County Public Schools are serving free breakfast and lunch on weekdays at 170 schools through July 31. There is no income requirement or registration required. Meals must be consumed on site; there is no longer grab and go service. Area schools including Bob Graham Education Center and Barbara Goleman Senior High School in Miami Lakes are serving students this summer. To find a school and see the days (some don’t serve on...

The Town of Miami Lakes and the Elderly Affairs Committee are seeking volunteers to join Jerry’s Squad, a team of helpers before and after hurricanes. Squad members help elders and disabled neighbors batten down their hatches and put up shutters on doors and ground floor windows before storms, and restore order afterward.  The squad jumps into action when a hurricane watch is issued for South Florida.  To apply for...

The Miami-Dade County Library branch in Miami Lakes is closed for renovation. Patrons may visit the branch in Palm Springs North at 17601 NW 78th Ave. for classes. Many classes require registration, call for information at 305-820-8564 or padronc@mdpls.org. The branch is open 9:30 a.m. - 8 p.m. Monday - Thursday; 9:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. Friday -Saturday and closed Sunday.  It will also be closed June 19 and July 3 - 5. Monthly Book...

June 20; July 11, 25; Aug. 8, 22  The Dinner Detective presents “Game Over.” Enjoy a comedy murder mystery presented by The Dinner Detective Company. Miami Lakes Hotel on Main, 6842 Main St. $65.99, includes dinner and the show. 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Visit TheDinnerDetective.com. June 20 Father’s Day Fishing Tournament Cultural Affairs Committee presents the annual tournament free to town residents. Kids and their...