Miami-Dade Commissioner Esteban Bovo Jr., was officially sworn in as vice chair of the County Commission on January 15 by U.S. Senator Marco Rubio. Bovo is flanked by his wife, Viviana, son, Alessandro and the rest of his family members. The District 13 commissioner will chair the County Commission meetings in the absence of new chairperson Jean Monestine, who was sworn in to his new position during the same ceremony. Bovo also serves...

  Act!vated Story Theatre, a touring children’s theatre troupe, performed at the Miami Lakes  Branch Library, 6699 Windmill Gate Road, on Thursday, January 15, with the support of a grant provided by Target stores.  Following the private performance and workshop at the library, the troupe then presented a performance of multicultural folktales open to the public the next day. The troupe offered a participatory workshop...

  On Sunday, February 15 from 2 to 6 p.m., New York Style kids store Bk’lyn Boutique, located at 13973 N.W. 67 Ave. in the Lake Patricia Shopping Center, will open its doors for a free Mardi Gras event. Parents and children can enjoy complimentary snacks, face painting, party favors, and specials. Come dressed up for the Mardi Gras theme or come as you are and enjoy an afternoon out with your little one.  Bk'lyn Boutique is a...

  Vizcaya Museum and Gardens is seeking volunteers to lead guided interactive tours for its visitors. An information reception for those interested in becoming a Volunteer Guide will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, February 19, in the Courtyard of the Main House, 3251 South Miami Avenue. New Volunteer Guides training begins on March 10 for seven weeks. Training will take place from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Tuesdays at Vizcaya....

  Mayor Wayne Slaton and the Town Council presented two of their fellow Councilmembers with special recognitions at the January 13 Council meeting. Councilmember Tim Daubert was honored for received a Certificate of Appreciation from the Miami-Dade Commission on Ethics and Public Trust for representing Miami Lakes as a volunteer speaker for Ethical Governance Day on October 29. Additionally, Councilmember Nelson Rodriguez was recognized...