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Town of Cutler Bay, Florida News and Events

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HEADLINES

  • January 27-29th: Homestead Championship Rodeo
  • January 28th: Concert at Tropical Audubon
  • February 2nd: Cutler Bay Charter Revue Commission Meeting
  • February 7th: Concerned Citizens Meeting
  • February 14th: Moonlight and Music Valentines Concert at Deering
  • February 18-20th: 49th Annual Coconut Grove Arts Festival

  • Roadway Improvements Started on Old Cutler Road

LOCAL EVENTS

Homestead Rodeo

January 27th through the 29th. This annual event takes place at the Doc DeMilly Rodeo Arena at Harris Field located at US-1 and Campbell Dr., Homestead. Tickets are $15.00 at the gate for adults, and $5.00 for children. Free Rodeo Parade on Saturday, January 28th, at 11am in downtown Homestead. For times and additional information, visit homesteadrodeo.com.

Concert at Tropical Audubon

Saturday, January 28th at 7pm (Gates open at 6:30).Bring your blanket and picnic basket to the Doc Thomas House and enjoy an outdoor concert featuring Dr. Steve Chavoustie and his Nightscape band playing classics from the 60's through the 90's. Admission is $10. A cash bar will be available. Monies collected will be used for capital improvements to the grounds and historic buildings. For more information, visit tropicalaudubon.org.

Concerned Citizens Meeting

Tuesday, February 7th at 7pm. The Concerned Citizens of Cutler Bay will be hosting their monthly meeting. This months speakers include Cutler Bay's Public Works Director, Ralph Casals with an update on the Old Cutler Road improvements. Additional discussions will focus on the town's charter revisions, and high school in Cutler Bay. The group will be meeting at their new location, Cutler Ridge United Methodist Church, at the corner of Old Cutler Road and Marlin Drive.

Moonlight and Music Valentines Concert at Deering

Tuesday, February 14th, visit the Deering Estate for a romantic concert under the stars on the edge of Biscayne Bay. The concert features Sarah Packiam and Scott Kirby. The gate opens at 7pm and the concert begins at 8pm. Tickets are $20. Guests can bring blankets, lawn chairs, & picnic baskets. Limited refreshments will be available for an additional fee. For more information, call 305-235-1668 ext. 233. or visit deeringestate.org.

49th Annual Coconut Grove Arts Festival

February 18th-20th, from 10am-6pm. Enjoy one of the nation's premier outdoor Fine Arts Festival. Visitors enjoy beautiful art work, fine cuisine and live entertainment. The fair takes place in Coconut Grove along the streets of McFarlane Road, South Bayshore Dr. and Pan American Drive. Admission is $10 per person per day. For more information, visit coconutgroveartsfest.com.

Events At The South Miami-Dade Cultural Arts Center

  • Free Performance by the Band of the United States Air Force Reserve
    Thursday, January 26th at 8pm. Attend a free concert featuring music that ranges from classical, Sousa marches, Broadway show tunes, movie themes, pop, and patriotic favorites. The public may obtain a voucher to exchange for up to four tickets per person. To obtain a voucher, call 786-573-5300 or visit smdcac.org.

  • The Odd Couple
    February 2nd - 19th. Miami Acting Company presents Neil Simon's classic comedy about a neurotic neat freak who ends up moving in to a bachelor pad with the ultimate slob. Performances take place Thursdays and Fridays at 7:30 pm. Saturdays at 2pm and 7:30pm and Sundays at 2 pm. Prices vary. Tickets can be purchased online at miamiactingco.org.

For more information call 786-573-5300 or visit, smdcac.org. The South Miami-Dade Cultural Arts Center is located at 10950 SW 211 St., in Cutler Bay.



COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

Roadway Improvements Started on Old Cutler Road

On November 17th, Cutler Bay broke ground on approximately 7.5 million dollars in improvements taking place on Old Cutler Road. The improvements include reconstructing the existing two lanes of traffic with curb and gutters, enhancements to the existing shared use path, drainage improvements, street lighting, traffic signalization and landscaping. Additionally, traffic circles will be built at both 87th Ave. and 97th Ave. The project had been delayed due to a dispute over what enhancements would be included in the project. The improvement project, which will take 18 months to complete, is being funded entirely by Miami-Dade County.

Cutler Bay Census Information

The 2010 Census general demographic profile for the Town of Cutler Bay is available at edr.state.fl.us.



CUTLER BAY GOVERNMENT

Cutler Bay Government Information

For more information about the town's charter, agendas, ordinances, how to contact town officials, the town's website, and more, visit our Cutler Bay Government page.

Cutler Bay Charter Review – Your Chance For Change

Thursday, February 2nd from 5:30 to 7:30 pm in the conference room at town hall. The Charter Revision Commission is reviewing the town's charter, the document providing the framework for how the town's government works. The meeting will focus on pages 1 to 17 (Articles 1,2 and 3). If you would like to make any suggestions for changes to the charter please email the committee by sending your comments to the town clerk at ecoulson@cutlerbay-fl.gov. Ms. Coulson will then distribute all comments to the full commission. Please write “Charter Comments” in the subject line.

Read the current town charter here.

Cutler Bay Town Council Meeting- January 18th

The next Cutler Bay Town Council meeting is scheduled for 7pm on Wednesday, January 18th, at Cutler Bay Town Hall, located in the Cutler Bay Town Center Building, 10720 Caribbean Blvd.



MISCELLANEOUS

Yard Sale Treasure Map

Cooler temperatures mean more garage sales. Find a garage sale or advertise yours by visiting yardsaletreasuremap.com.

Find Traffic Hot Spots

Avoid traffic congestion on your way to work? Visit this traffic report website for up to date information on what roadways are at a standstill, slow moving or free flowing.

Watering Schedule

Residents are limited to watering their lawns twice weekly, before 10 am or after 4pm.. Odd-numbered street address may water on Wednesdays and/or Saturdays, even numbered addresses Thursdays and/or Sundays For more information, visit sfwmd.gov.

Find The Cheapest Local Gas Prices

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Movies At Southland Mall Regal Cinemas

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