Mater Academy alumnus Chris Mejia, who played basketball at Southeastern Louisiana University, has returned home to finish his college career at Barry University.In August, the school announced Mejia’s transfer to the Miami Shores campus, where the 6-foot-3 guard is expected to make an immediate impact.“As we wrapped up the signing class, we were very fortunate to have signed an experienced player that was available this...

The Miami Lakes United Congregational Church, at 6701 Miami Lakeway South, will be hosting their biannual rummage sale on Saturday, Sept. 21 from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.Th e fall rummage sale has been held for over 3 decades.Profits of the sales benefit charities such as Crop Walk, Sara Mohammad Fayez from East Jerusalem and more.The sale has dozens of used items such as, cloth-ing, shoes, appliances, and much more.“Th e money raised helps...

Library offers September programsThe Miami Lakes branch of the Miami-Dade Public Library System is hosting the following events in September:For Children and FamiliesCrafty Little Fingers Tuesdays, Sept. 3, 10, 17 and 24, 11 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Join us as we make a variety of craft projects while supplies last. Smaller toddlers may need help. No registration needed.Movies for Kids*Wednesdays, 3 p.m. – 5 p.m. For families and friends:Sept. 4 –...

Make new friends and work off calories while having fun.“Pedal, eat and sip” during a 5-mile guided bike tour for riders 21 and older.It stops at 10 different restaurants, including: NQC; Beverly Hills Cafe; Trattoria Pampered Chef; Gauchos Gourmet Market; Dr. Limon; Salata; Shula’s 2 Miami Lakes; Vicky Bakery; Domenico’s Italian Restaurant and Anacapri Miami Lakes.Tickets are $25 and available through eventbrite at:...

The Coding Doctors Kids celebrated their very first Robotics Kickoff on Aug. 15. It was a fun night as they celebrated the #YearOfTheRobot at Ben & Jerry’s ice cream shop, at 15484 NW 77th Court. Coding Doctors Kids continues to offer classes free for all children. The club will meet Sept. 12 and 19 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Country Club at Miami, 6801 NW 186th St. For more information call 954-825-3371.