Roselyn Castillo, an 8th grade honor student at Bob Graham Education Center, hopes to visit Washington D.C. with her school next May for an unforgettable trip to the nation's political hub and historical sites.  "This trip is a once in a lifetime experience. It will give me the opportunity to experience our government in action and gain the skills, knowledge and confidence I need to be an engaged citizen," said Castillo. ...

  Zonta Club of Miami Lakes recently installed its 2013-2014 board members to lead the club in its quest to support the advancement of women and girls throughout the coming year. The newly installed officers include president Peggy Hicks, vice president Helen Brown, secretary Cathie Inman, treasurer Shawn Atwill, and board members Jacqueline House, Alina Tabibi, Maria Crowley and Ruth Schobel. The Zonta Club is currently accepting...

  Miami Lakes Branch Library has the following programs available for the public during October: For Children: Family Game Day! – Come to the library and enjoy time with your family playing board games. For all ages. Meets at 3 p.m. on Saturday, October 5. Reading Ready Toddler Storytime – Stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. For ages 18 months to 3 years old. Registration required. Meets at 11...

  The Miami Wildcats 16-and-under softball team recently won the ESPN/USSSA World Series Championship in Orlando, Florida. Forty-six teams competed in the 16-and -under division, including teams from California, New York, New Jersey, Florida, Arizona and Alabama, during the eight-day tournament. The Wildcats went undefeated in the winners bracket putting them straight into the championship series. The girls faced off versus South...

  The Miami Lakes Senior Softball program is celebrating the start of its fifth year. In September 2009, George Pringle worked with the Town of Miami Lakes Elderly Affairs Committee to implement the program. Today, Pringle is a star performer. Games are held at 9 a.m. every Monday and Wednesday on Field No. 2 at Miami Lakes Optimist Park. Male players are 60 and older while females of any age are invited to play, and several very...