The Miami-Dade County Library branch in Miami Lakes is offering the following online and in-person classes.  Space is limited. In some cases, you must register in advance for online events.  Free 2022 Hurricane preparation guides are available at all branches. 101 Tadpoles  Tues., Aug. 16 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Follow the adventures of a curious tadpole and his family in this cautionary tale....

    Let’s do the Cobra Pose, aka Bhujangasana.  It is a heart-opening, backbend yoga pose that stretches the entire upper body.       It’s best known for its ability to increase the flexibility of the spine.       It also provides relief from lower back pain, which is a common experience nowadays.        The Cobra Pose is usually used as a...

     It’s election season, and this month voters have a chance to win a grant to improve the town’s dog park.      K-9 Cove is the only off-leash facility in Miami Lakes for dogs both big and small.     It is a finalist in a contest by PetSafe to win a grant to enhance the facility that is at 14048 Palmetto Frontage Road.     Unlike in regular elections, voters in this...

The Giving Gators charity and Miami Lakes Mayor Manny Cid hosted their annual backpack and school supply drive on July 16 at town hall. Two hundred students received backpacks stuffed with supplies and books, organizer Daylin Garcia said. At the event, kids and their parents could register for a public library card; learn about tutoring, support for special needs students and internships as well as apply for scholarships.  Shown above...

 Please check the town’s social media pages for last-minute updates. Register for events at toml.eventbrite.com.  Aug. 17   Main Street Players Auditions for “Top Dog/Underdog” by Susan-Lori Parks, 7 p.m.  Callbacks Aug. 18, 7 p.m. Main Street Players’ theater, 6812 Main St. Email CareyBriannaHart@gmail.com for an audition time slot. For more information visit...