The Miami Lakes Town Foundation is accepting grant applications from groups that embrace its mission to support continuing education; literacy; youth; beautification projects and cultural events. Special consideration is given to applicants whose projects promote kindness. As many as 10 grants of up to $1,000 each may be applied for by March 10 at 5 p.m. The foundation is supported by the Miami Lakes Food and Wine Festival, to...

Early voting for the Presidential Preference Primary Election will be held at the Mary Collins Community Center in Miami Lakes from March 2 - March 15. The center, at 15151 NW 82nd Ave. will be open to those voting early on the following schedule:March 2 – 6, 7 a.m. – 3 p.m. March 7 – 8, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. March 9 – 13, 11 a.m.- 7 p.m. March 14-15, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Presidential Preference Primary Election Day is March 17, when the polls...

Hakuna matata translates to no worries, according to a song in “The Lion King.” It’s the next movie to be shown by the Youth Activities Task Force and the Town of Miami Lakes in its free outdoor film series. The screening of the PG-rated 2019 remake will be at Picnic Park West on Friday, Feb. 7 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are free and can be reserved at TOML.eventbrite.com. Bring a blanket and chairs. The park is at 15151 NW 82nd Ave....

The next business networking social in Miami Lakes is set for Wednesday, Feb. 19 at Cancun Grill. The gathering, from 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m., will be held at the restaurant in the Royal Oaks Plaza shopping center, 15406 NW 77th Court. Sponsored by the town and its Economic Development Committee, the event is an opportunity to meet professionals, including top executives, business owners, investors and founders of startup enterprises....

Miami Lakes Branch Library6699 Windmill Gate Rd.Miami Lakes, Fla. 33014305-822-6520Monday, Feb. 10: Community outreach with staff from Fla. Sen. Manny Diaz, Jr.’s office, 2 p.m - 3 p.m.For Children & FamiliesCrafty Little FingersTuesdays, Feb. 4, 11, 18, 25 11 a.m.-11:30 a.m.Make a variety of craft projects, as supplies last. Toddlers may need help. Registration not required.Movies and stories for KidsWednesdays, Feb. 5, 12, 19, 26 3 p.m. -5...