April 16 Property Fraud Outreach Event County Clerk Juan Fernandez-Barquin and Mayor Josh Dieguez will host a session at Town Hall about property fraud prevention, with tips and how to get help. 6601 Main St. 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Free.
April 17 Main Street Live! The Economic Development and Cultural Affairs Committees, Main Street Merchants and The Graham Companies present Mantrap, a band that performs Top 40 songs. 6710 Main St. 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Free.
April 18 “Back to Nature” Public Safety and Neighborhood Improvement Committees Shredding Event The committees will host a shredding event. Get rid of confidential documents in a safe way. Recycle batteries, bulbs, electronics, clothing and small house items. Miami-Dade County Solid Waste Dept. will discuss mosquito control, bulk waste pickup and environmental waste resources. Miami Lakes Farmer’s Market, Bull Run Road at Meadow Walk. 9 a.m. - noon. Free.
April 18 14th Annual Walk & Safety Fair to support individuals with autism Marching bands perform, interactive fair; food vendors, games, hands on booths and other entertainment. South Florida Autism Charter School, 3751 W. 108th St., Hialeah. 10 a.m.
April 18 Make Sandbags - Community Service for High School Students Help the town prepare for storm season. Royal Oaks Park, 16500 NW 87th Ave. Ages 14 - 18 9 a.m. - noon. Email YanesJ@MiamiLakes-fl.gov.
April 18 T-Connect Mobile Unit at Miami Lakes Town Hall Renew driver’s licenses; get state ID card or renew; renew car registrations; add or delete restrictions to licenses, apply for handicap permits. 6601 Main St. 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. See documents to bring at MiamiLakes-Fl.gov.
April 18 Miami Lakes Garden Club Monthly Meeting Guest speaker is Sandy Roth of Sandy Scapes Landscaping Design who will discuss bromeliads. Mary Collins Community Center, 15151 NW 82nd Ave. at 10 a.m. There will be a raffle of plants. Free.
April 20 First Alarm Foundation Dinner & Auction Live auctions, music, raffles and entertainment in memory of Miami-Dade Fire Rescue Lt. Alex Acosta, and to provide resources for the mental health of first responders. Anthony’s Runway 84, 330 W. State Road 84, Fort Lauderdale. 7 p.m. – 10 p.m. Full menu, curated bar. Tickets: $267.62. For information: TinyUrl.com/bd24dhtc or FirstAlarmFoundation.com.
April 24 Miami Lakes Arbor Day Join the Parks & Recreation Dept. to commemorate the planting of a new shade tree. Park 21, 6890 White Oak Drive. 3:30 p.m.
April 25 Black & White Gala to benefit the ZONTA Club of Miami Lakes Annual fundraiser featuring a DJ, dancing and a casino. Miami Lakes Hotel on Main, 6842 Main St. 6 p.m. – 11 p.m. $175; sponsorships available. For tickets and information go to ZontaMiamiLakesClub.org.
April 26 Baptist Health Pickleball Series Free clinic to introduce newcomers to the game and enhance skills of experienced players. Optimist Park, 6411 NW 162nd St. 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. Register at BaptistHealthPickleball.com.
April 29 Speed Networking at Chela’s Cocteleria Hosted by Miami Lakes Chamber of Commerce, with Carlos Vazquez, owner, Miami Marketer. 15301 NW 67th Ave. 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Free.
May 7 National Day of Prayer Miami Lakes Town Hall, 6601 Main St. 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
May 9 Paint a Picture for Mom Children can paint a picture of their mom or another woman in their life at this fun event presented by the Cultural Affairs Committee. Registration required and is only for the child who will create the artwork; adults should not create their own registration. Pavilion A at Veterans Park, 15151 NW 82nd Ave. 10 a.m. – noon. Register at Toml.Eventbrite.com.
May 13 Miami Lakes Chamber of Commerce Luncheon Guest speaker is Miami-Dade Commissioner Sen. René García. Miami Lakes Hotel on Main, 11:30 a.m. networking, lunch at noon. Tickets: MiamiLakesChamber.com.
May 14 Senior Bingo Luncheon Elderly Affairs Committee presents bingo, a meal and prizes. Roberto Alonso Community Center, 16500 NW 87th Ave. Age 60+. 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Free. Register at Toml.Eventbrite.com.
May 15 Special Needs Advisory Board Sensory Game Night The Special Needs Advisory Board will present an all-inclusive game night designed for people of all ages who have special needs. South Florida ABA Therapy Centers provide support to participants. Open to the community. Roberto Alonso Community Center, 16500 NW 87th Ave. 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Register at Toml.Eventbrite.com.
May 25 Memorial Day Ceremony of Remembrance and Gratitude Veterans Committee event at Veterans Park, 15151 NW 82 Ave. 10 a.m. - noon.
May 27 3rd Annual Miami Lakes Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament At Miami Springs Golf & Country Club to benefit the Chamber and college scholarships. A day of golf, awards dinner. $800 per foursome includes green and cart fees; all free beverages; dinner; chance to win a car and gifts from sponsors. Go to Events on MiamiLakesChamber.com.
June 4 Senior Bingo Luncheon Elderly Affairs Committee presents bingo, a meal and prizes. Roberto Alonso Community Center, 16500 NW 87th Ave. Age 60+. 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Free. Register at Toml.Eventbrite.com.