The second annual Miami Lakes Cars for a Cure was a success, as the classic car show raised more than $10,000 for cancer research for the University of Miami Sylvester Cancer Center.Roberto Alonso Jr. said more people attended the April 10  event on Main Street in comparison to the inaugural showcase in 2015.The event also honored the memory of former Miami Lakes Vice Mayor Roberto Alonso, who had an affinity for classic cars.“This...

Three young concerto winners, one student composer and an alumni composer – presenting two world premiere pieces – will be the featured performers during a special South Florida Youth Symphony (SFYS) concert at 4 p.m. on May 22 at the Lehman Theatre in Building 5000, Miami Dade College North Campus, 11380 N.W. 27 Avenue.Admission is $10.“This is really a remarkable event and promises to be an exceptional day of music,”...

Miami Lakes Elderly Affairs Committee is hosting a Hawaiian Luau Senior Social from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 4, at Roberto Alonso Community Center, 16500 N.W. 87 Avenue.The event will feature music, dancing, prizes and a Hawaiian-themed luncheon.No reservations are needed but to reserve transportation, call 305-364-6100 or  email Clarisell De Cardenas as decardenasc@miamilekes-fl.gov before May 31.

The St. Thomas University Bobcat team participated in the annual Mercedes Benz Corporate Run in which more than 26,500 people hit the streets near Downtown Miami. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the United Way. St. Thomas University alumnus Guadalupe Merlos (center) was the overall women’s run winner of the event.

Barbara Goleman’s badminton team celebrated an amazing season after competing in, and for the first time in school history, team placing in the Youth Fair Tournament on March 11 at South Miami Sr. High. In girls singles, Patricia Miranda finished in first place for Miami-Dade County and in girls doubles, Sydney Cote and Alyssa Moore finished in second.During the North District’s Divisionals on April 6, Miranda took home first...