A Miami Laker reader asked the question: Is there a “pooper-scooper” ordinance in Miami Lakes, like the one in Miami Beach, requiring owners, when walking their dogs in public, to clean up after them? Lourdes Sosa, in the Town of Miami Lakes Code Enforcement Department, says there is currently NOT a separate “pooper-scooper” municipal ordinance in Miami Lakes, but agrees that it would be a great idea. However,...

The Main Street Players are hosting two upcoming performances, a magic act and a full-length drama, in late June at the Main Street Playhouse, 6766 Main Street. On Saturday, June 28, at 7 p.m., the Players are bringing back world-renowned Cuban-American magician, Dylan Ace, for one show only. Tickets are $12 general admission and are available at the door at 6:30 p.m., or online at www.mainstreetplayers.com. Dylan has appeared on every major...

  Miami Lakes Branch Library has the following programs available for the public during June: For Children and families: Dry Ice Ice Baby – Summer Reading Kickoff Event. Children will learn about states of matter, density, mass and chemistry with this cool show. Program made possible by the Town of Miami Lakes Education Advisory Board and the Miami Dolphins Foundation. Open for the family at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 7. Summer...

  Congratulations to Kristin Guise Petersen, Emilia Guzman and Monique Metzcus Quenneville, the winners of The Miami Laker's Eleven Days of Mommy Praise Mother's Day giveaway on Facebook and Twitter.  Petersen won a gift card to Drop Boutique, Guzman won a gift card to Linda's Shoetique, and Quenneville won a complimentary membership to 305Yoga in Miami Lakes.  Thank you to the sponsors who participated in celebrating Miami...

  Shula's World Cup Challenge began Sunday, June 1, and will continue through Sunday, July 20. The World Cup Challenge brings together the best of soccer and golf with golf course events that parallel the 2014 Fifa World Cup. To participate in Shula's World Cup Challenge, register at the Golf Pro Shop at Shula's Golf Club. This challenge is open and free to all guests who choose to play. Once registered, participants will select a...