Amerant Bank executives cut a ribbon on Dec. 11 to celebrate the opening of their Miami Lakes branch, at 15151 NW 67th Ave. Left to right: Laura Trosclair, Amerant Bank executive vice president, retail banking manager; Miguel Palacios, executive vice president, chief business officer; Marianela Cajina, vice president, market manager, Miami Lakes Banking Center; Manny Cid, mayor of Miami Lakes and Tony Lopez, deputy town manager. Photo: Karen...

The 3rd Annual “Best of Miami Lakes Awards” winners include familiar merchants chosen by voters as well as some newbusinesses in town.The Town of Miami Lakes and its EconomicDevelopmentCommittee announced voters’ choices on Dec. 10.First time winner NQC, or No Quiero Cocinar (I don’t want to cook) clinched two categories: The best café/cup of coffee and best lunch spot.The drive-thru is at 6189 Miami Lakes Drive East.Two winners are in The...

Miami LakesBranch Library6699 Windmill Gate Rd.Miami Lakes, Fla. 33014305-822-6520Movies for Kids*Wednesdays, Dec. 18, 24Dec. 18 “The Grinch” (PG)3 p.m. -5 p.m.Dec. 24Holiday movie marathon.10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.Talking is Teaching: Talk, Read, Sing For ToddlersIn English and Spanish/en Dos IdiomasThursday, Dec. 1911 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.Ages 18 months – 3 years.Stories, songs and activities for toddlers.Canvas Painting with LightsSaturday, Dec. 21,...

The Miami Lakes town council has changed its meeting schedule.Beginning in January, councilmembers will gather at town hall at 6:30 p.m. on the third Tuesday of every month.The elected officials previously met on the first Tuesday of each month.The meetings can be watched in person in council chambers at 6601 Main St.Those who cannot attend the meetings may view proceedings online at www.miamilakes-fl-gov/meetings or on Facebook or YouTube.

The town of Miami Lakes is partnering with the YMCA to offer camps for kids during winter break.Youngsters can spend the day with YMCA staff while doing arts and crafts; group games and other activities.Children should wear sneakers and sunscreen and bring lunch, a snack and bottled water.Camp for ages 5 to 12 will be held at the Roberto Alonso Community Center, at Royal Oaks Park, 16500 NW 87th Ave. A camp at the Youth Center, 6075 Miami...