Since 1995, The Greater Miami and The Beaches Hotel Association has hosted an annual tribute to all hotels’ employees with the Inn Key Awards. Over 950 hospitality, corporate and government leaders join hoteliers and their management teams to celebrate their hourly hotel employees which are the heart of the community’s tourism industry. Last year there were over 340 nominees recognized in 24 categories ranging from...

  Miami Lakes Branch Library announced the following programs that are available for the public during April: For Children and Families: Science in the City – Enjoy hands-on lessons infused with experiments to spark interest in STEM. Each new lesson builds upon the previous lesson. For ages 8-18 years old. Space is limited so contact branch to register. Meets at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, April 28. Talking is Teaching. Talk, Read,...

  Hialeah Miami Lakes High softball team defeated district rival North Miami Beach in back-to-back games last week, crushing the Chargers 19-0 in their first meet and claimed victory in the second contest. The Trojans (9-4, 9-4 in district play), are preparing for the conference tournament championship, which starts next week, but face some tough competition. The Trojans are seeking vengeance if they face the Goleman Gators, who...

  The annual Miami Lakes Senior Games Track and Field events were held at Barbara Goleman High School on February 24 hosted by the Town’s Elderly Affairs Committee. In a random selection of event photos taken by town liaison Nathalie Garcia, pictured is Bob Jones, a retired dentist from New Jersey, showing his Shot Put form as he won the 70’s age group with a heave of 28’04”.  Alberto Sordo-Ramos edges out...

  The Optimist Club of Miami Lakes is holding registration for its youth basketball program for summer league play for girls and boys on Saturdays, April 21 and 28, from 9:30 a.m. to noon at Miami Lakes Optimist Park, 6411 N.W. 162 Street. The registration cost is $160 per person. Tryouts for all players are scheduled between 9 a.m. and noon, on Saturday, May 5 at Barbara Goleman High School, 14100 N.W. 89 Avenue. The players’...