Heloisa Melo’s name rolls off the tongue and aptly captures her essence – that of ethereal relaxation. It’s no wonder she ended up in the massage and beauty industry. Melo’s breathy voice and serene demeanor are quick to put anyone at ease and she uses these talents to nurture others, most recently as the lead massage therapist at the Spa at Shula’s to suggest complimentary massages to local first...

The Main Street Players is holding auditions for Clark Gable Slept Here, by Michael McKeever, directed by John Ferry. Performance dates are Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays on February 2 to 18, 2018. Audition dates are scheduled for Monday, November 6 and Tuesday, November 7 from 7 to 10 p.m., with callbacks, if necessary, on Wednesday, November 8 from 7 to 10 p.m.All auditions, callbacks and showtimes will take place at the Main Street...

The Miami Lakes Optimist Club recently elected its new board members and officers during a ceremony at Italy Today on Main Street.Brain Hadley was elected president and Luis Arrojas was chosen as vice president.Sandy Menesses was elected recording secretary, Karrisa Lao is the new corresponding secretary and Jim Hamilton was selected the club’s treasurer.Board members include Alex Castroman, Alex Rodriguez, Rigo Cabrera, Stephanie...

Miami Lakes Veterans Committee urges residents to help give back to the men and women who serve overseas. Operation: Care and Comfort will provide care packages for holiday delivery to troops.The Veterans Committee will be collecting donated items and hand written cards and letters of encouragement until Thursday, November 30 at the first-floor reception desk at Town Hall, 6601 Main Street.Recommended donation items include:Snacks, Food and...

The Zonta Club of Miami Lakes is offering a $250 scholarship to a young woman currently enrolled in an accredited Florida PACE High School program. The purpose of the scholarship is to improve the “Status of Women” consistent with the mission of Zonta, and to honor fellow Zontian Amelia Earhart’s accomplishments.  Applicants must demonstrate a superior academic record at a recognized Florida PACE High School with...