Tony Lopez, CPRE, chief of Operations for the Town of Miami Lakes, will be the guest speaker at the November 23 meeting of the Miami Lakes Garden Club at the Mary Collins Community Center, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue. The meeting begins at 7 p.m. Lopez will provide an update on the Town’s Beautification Master Plan, Greenways and Trails Master Plan, and provide updates on the Town’s parks, tree canopy and upcoming capital...

  The Graham Herd participated in the Miami Walk to End Alzheimer’s on November 7 where theycollectively raised over $5,800 for Alzheimer’s research, care and support. Led by team captain Andrea Graham Rechichi, the Herd continues to support the Alzheimer’s Association in memory of “B” Graham (Andrea’s father). Pictured (top, from left) Lindsay Selmer, Ellen Selmer, Carol Wyllie, Philip Wyllie, Mike...

  Town of Miami Lakes and its committees organize over 100 events each year and offer several sponsorship opportunities with varying levels of monetary and in-kind donations. Each committee is tasked with a unique mission designed to educate and entertain residents of all ages. The varying levels of sponsorship include recognition in print and media distribution, recognition during the event, and promotional booth space at the larger...

  Shula’s Athletic Club did its part to raise awareness and funds for Breast Cancer support by carrying out a month-long raffle to win autographed Miami Dolphin’s memorabilia and a special charity training package, personal training promotion, a Spin-A-Thon as well as a Dodgeball Tournament during October. Through these events, Shula’s was able to raise over $1,300 for the Women’s Breast Health & Heart...

Recreation programs offered by the Town of Miami Lakes have proven to be very popular with the community and anyone interested in participating in the spring lineup of programs, now is a great time to create an online registration account. Visit www.miamilakes-fl.gov/recprograms to view and register for more than 40 programs offered by the Town for all ages and skill levels. Online registration for spring classes will take place via the...