Spring is a great time of year!  Although here in South Florida this season is not as highly anticipated as in places where the climate is colder, it nonetheless fills us with great hope and enthusiasm. This is because spring reminds us of new life and perhaps a little more. Spring seems to remind us of eternity. As we watch flowers blossom, hear birds sing and see daylight extend, we get a sense of paradise.    All of...

  It’s Easter again, and the season is filled with images representing the Holy Day. One of the images that comes to mind are the three crosses at Calvary. We know who occupied the center cross; Jesus, God’s son, who came to die for our sins.  But, who occupied the other two? The Bible tells us that there were two criminals crucified on both sides of Jesus.  One of these criminals mocked Jesus, and the other one...

  The UCC Women of Miami Lakes Congregational Church (MLCC) have been holding a Spring and Fall rummage sale for over 25 years. Profits from the sales have benefited different local and global charities as well as needy families and individuals in the community. This year’s Spring Rummage Sale is scheduled from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, March 17, at the church located at 6701 Miami Lakeway South, across from Miami Lakes K-8...

  Miami Lakes Congregational Church’s (MLCC) Concert Series will present a Spring Piano Recital at 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, March 25, at the church, 6701 Miami Lakeway South. The concert will featured acclaimed Cuban-American flutist Ernesto Fernandez. Miami is known for its diverse Latin culture and top-notch musicians. This concert will feature jazz music from several Latin American countries and especially music from Cuba....

  On February 6, The Academica Food Expo Show was held at Mater Gardens Academy from 9 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. The exposition featured over 30 different food vendors that displayed an array of healthy gourmet style food samples for possible inclusion in next year’s school lunch menus.  About 600 students were transported at different hours during the day to explore the innovative items. Cheney Brothers, the food distributor,...