Miami-Dade Public School Board Chairwoman and Miami Lakes resident Perla Tabares Hantman last week was nominated as Urban Educator of the Year by the Council of the Great City Schools. Each finalist is being recognized for outstanding contributions in improving urban education.  Hantman was chosen as a finalist for the accolade for epitomizing leadership and characteristics that demonstrate her compassion, concern and commitment...

  American, Barbara Goleman and Hialeah Miami Lakes senior high schools were among 22 Miami-Dade schools that were recognized by First Lady Michelle Obama’s program to promote youth physical activities that is also aimed at increasing academic performance.Miami Lakes and Country Club middle schools were also recognized by Obama’s third generation initiative named “Let’s Move! Active Schools.”Last week,...

  Upon entering Selah Skin Studio in Miami Lakes, a sweet aroma coupled with soothing music immediately sets the stage for serenity. The center's owner, Cristina Zamorano, is celebrating the center’s second anniversary in October with events all throughout the month kicking off with a celebration on Saturday, October 3, with Bellini cocktails, raffles and more.On Monday, October 5 the center will be holding thermography...

  BBHarts, a new addition to the Palm Springs North (PSN) community at 17601 N.W. 78 Avenue #102, next to the PSN library branch, is an enrichment concept founded by Miriam DeFranco. Students attend BBHarts to engage in purposeful activities and discover their talents while learning core values.DeFranco was an educator for 20 years in Miami-Dade County Public and Charter schools prior to founding BBHarts, and it was her experience as an...

  Miami Lakes Veterans Committee urges residents to assist “Operation: Care and Comfort” to complete the committee’s mission to send care packages overseas to U.S. troops. The Veterans Committee will be collecting donations until Veteran’s Day. Items donated by then will be packed and shipped in time for Holiday delivery. Donations such as non-perishable foods, snacks and treats, personal hygiene accessories and...