“Frozen II” set for Oct. 16 drive-in show

Community Wednesday, September 30, 2020

The Disney hit “Frozen II” will be shown Oct. 16 at 8 p.m. in the parking lot at Ana G. Mendez University.

     The Miami Lakes Youth Activities Task Force is presenting the 2019 animated feature at the school, at 15201 NW 79th Court in Miami Lakes.

    The movie is rated PG and stars Idina Menzel and Kristen Bell.

    To purchase tickets, $5 per car, $2 for popcorn and $1 for water.

Our Neighborhoods Villas of Miami Lakes

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