Miami Lakes Library Programs

Featured By Linda Trischitta, Editor Wednesday, March 19, 2025

The Miami-Dade County Library branch in Miami Lakes is offering classes.        Most events require preregistration and popular courses may fill up early. Sign up in advance to avoid being shut out of classes. ...

5,000 Pairs of shoes for Camillus House

Community Thursday, April 1, 2021

The South Florida community came together over four weeks during February and March to collect footwear for the needy and homeless – more than 5,000 pairs! The shoes were donated to Camillus House, found- ed by brothers from the Catholic Hospitaller Order of Saint John of God. The charitable organization serves over 34,000 people each year through more than 40 programs and services, according to its website. Its downtown Miami...

Workout: To do at home, in the gym or on the go

Sports By Ricky Ali Personal Trainer Shula’s Athletic Club Thursday, April 1, 2021

Shula’s Athletic Club
There are several movements within the Hip Lift exercise, but it will give you results where you want them: The buttocks, abdomen, thighs and shins. An added benefit: Performing it will help with your coordination and you’ll be more stable
on your ankles while standing, walking or doing lunges.
1. Lie on your back with both knees bent. Your heels should be 8-to-12 inches away from your buttocks. Place one...

Libations in the Lakes

Community Thursday, April 1, 2021

Easter Brunch Punch - A non-alcoholic drink Created by Bruce Lawrence General Manager Shula’s 2 Steak & Sports Miami Lakes This is a refreshing punch that can be enjoyed by everyone this Easter holiday. In a 48 ounce pitcher, add 16 ounces of fresh orange juice, 12 ounces of pineapple juice, 2 ounces of cherry syrup or Grenadine and stir. Add ice and a few slices of orange or your favorite fruit. Top with a splash...

Flavors of the Season

Community By Chef Veronica Mauri Thursday, April 1, 2021

This season we celebrate spring and the Easter holiday. Serve your family
and friends vibrant greens packed with fiber and flavor, sweet and sour carrots and lamb chops. It’s a menu which is easy to prepare, healthy for you and delicious, too! Warm Spring Vegetables Serves 4 Ingredients: 1 large zucchini sliced into ribbons with a vegetable peeler
1 lemon, juiced
1⁄2 pound asparagus, washed and trimmed
1 cup frozen...

Ramadan begins April 12

Community Thursday, April 1, 2021

Ramadan, the holy month of fasting, reflection and prayer for Muslims, begins April 12 and lasts until May 12. The daily fasts begin at dawn and are broken at sunset with meals shared with family and friends. The religion teaches that at this time of year, Muhammad received revelations which became the Quran, the Muslim holy book, according to History.com. During Ramadan, bad behavior and intimate activities are to be put aside,...
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