Hialeah-Miami Lakes Senior High School junior A’kierya Render received a $40,000 BigFuture Scholarship from the College Board, a not-for-profit known for administering the SAT, Advanced Placement and PSAT tests, among other exams.       The College Board also offers monthly drawings for $500 and $40,000 scholarships.       A’kierya is one of two students who...

     Retired U.S. Marine Col. William G. Perez drew from his extensive military experience to share with the Miami Lakes Chamber of Commerce how the U.S. government protects American commerce and banking around the world.      “Without good national security, you do not have a business here,” Perez told 50 business owners and veterans at the Miami Lakes Hotel on Main on Nov. 8.   ...

Nov. 16 Mount Sinai Health Lecture. Join the Elderly Affairs Committee to learn about “Facts and Signs of Alzheimer’s Disease,” with Melissa Verzura, presented by Mount Sinai Hospital. Miami Lakes Town Hall, 6601 Main St. Free. 11 a.m.  Nov. 16 Introduction to Florida-Friendly Landscaping. The Neighborhood Improvement Committee, Miami-Dade County, the Town of Miami Lakes and the University of Florida will...

 The Miami-Dade County Library branch in Miami Lakes is offering classes.  Most events require preregistration. Talk Crafty to Me!  Thurs., Nov. 16, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.  Make cool crafts and meet other creatives. Materials provided. Ages 19+. Toddler Sign and Sing Workshop Tues., Nov. 21, 11 a.m. – Noon, Learn basic American Sign Language through children’s music and find...

     The Miami Lakes Town Foundation is accepting applications for 20 qualified grants of up to $2,500 each.       Through Nov. 20, residents can submit paperwork seeking funds for a community project that focuses on continuing education, literacy, development of youth programs, beautification and cultural events.       In 2022, the foundation awarded 19 grants, money that came from...