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Hunters Moon On October 10th
On October 10th, from 7:30 to 10pm, visit the Redland Fruit and Spice Park where the Southern Cross Astronomical Society will guide you through a exploration of the heavens. Enjoy music, refreshments and story telling around the campfire. Don't forget to bring a blanket. Admission is $10.00; children under 6 are free. For additional information call 305-247-5727. The park is located at 24801 SW 187th Ave., in Homestead.
Deerings Concert Series
Friday, October 10th, 7pm. Visit the Stone House Ballroom at the Deering Estate for their Living Artist Concert Series, “Florida Dreams”. Members will perform a new work by composer Judith Shatin along with works by Dohnanyi, Delius and Brahms. General Admission is $35. For more information, visit the Deering Estate website.
5K Run/Walk For Pediatric Cancer Research- At Deering
Saturday, October 11th, 7am check-in, run/walk begins at 8am. Help in the fight against cancer by sponsoring or participating in this event taking place at the Deering Estate. There will be food and beverages at the end, along with live music. Kids can visit the Family Area, where they’ll find bounce houses and other attractions. Registration is from Monday, October 6th-10th online and at Mack Cycle and Fitness, or on the day of the event. For more information, visit reasontorun.org, for questions email
Bonsai Show and Sale
Fairchild Tropical Gardens will be holding a Bonsai Show and Sale on Saturday, October 11th and Sunday, October 12th from 9:30am to 4:30pm. Fairchild Tropical Gardens is located at 10901 Old Cutler Road.
Biscayne National Park 40th Anniversary At The Deering Estate
The National Parks Conservation Association invites you to a celebration for Biscayne National Park’s 40th Anniversary. Join in this day-long celebration and enlivening discussion on the largest marine park in the National Park System. The event takes place on Saturday, October 18th, from 8:30am-3:30pm at the Deering Estate, located at 16701 SW 72nd Ave. Admission is $15 and includes breakfast, lunch and park entrance. RSVP by October 9th by calling 305-235-1668, ext.233. For more information, read the flyer and the fact sheet.
5th Annual Rotary Bootleggers Casino Night
Saturday October 18th from 7pm-11 pm. The Rotary club will host it's Rotary Casino Night at the Palmetto Bay Village Center. Enjoy hors d'oeuvre, and drinks while experiencing the excitement of casino gaming set to a 1920's theme. Tickets are $50 each, redeemable for 50 gaming fun chips. Palmetto Bay Village Center is located at SW 184th St. and Old Cutler Road. Proceeds benefit the Perrine Cutler Ridge Rotary Foundation. For additional information or to purchase tickets, call 305-446-0702.
Holy Rosary Fall Crafts Festival
On Saturday, October 18th from 9am-5pm. Come to the longest running church craft festival in South Dade. A true South Dade tradition, this family event brings together crafts, jewelry, plants, food, and fun for the whole family. NEW this year is a kids interactive area and farmers market. For more information, call 305-235-5135. Holy Rosary Catholic Church is located at the corner of Franjo Road and 184th Street.
Flu Shots Given At Local Stores
Area Publix, CVS, and Walgreen's stores are now administering flu shots to the public. Prices may vary. See the schedule for more information and other times.
Save Trees By Opting Out of Phone Book Deliveries
Many people use the internet or dial 411 to look up phone numbers. Yet each year, countless trees are destroyed producing the paper telephone directories that are delivered to everyone's home. You can help "Save a Tree" by calling AT&T at 1-800-422-1955 and requesting to be put on their “Do Not Deliver” list. Deliveries are taking place in our area this week. Please call today!
November 4th Election Information
Get information about absentee ballots, sample ballots, early voting, and more by visiting our elections page.
The November 4th ballot has 6 amendments to the state constitution. The League of Woman Voters of Florida explains these amendments and the pro's and con's of each. Visit
Politicians sometimes misstate facts either in error or deliberately (image that!!!). Check their statements yourself by visiting, www.factcheck.org.
Student Essay Contest
Open to grades 9-12. Complete an essay which explains: What civic value do you believe is most essential to being an American? Prizes up to $5,000 and a trip to Washington DC will be awarded. For more information, visit beinganamerican.org.
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 2008-09 Adopted Budget
The 2008-2009 budget was approved by the Cutler Bay Town Council at the September 20th town council meeting and is available for viewing.
Cutler Bay Town Council Meeting - October 15th
The next Cutler Bay Town Council meeting is scheduled for 7pm on Wednesday, October 15th, at the South Dade Regional Library, 2nd1st floor. The Library is located at 10750 SW 211th St. Read the agendas for the meetings.
| UPCOMING CUTLER BAY TOWN MEETINGS *** | |
| Oct 15th 7pm Wednesday |
Cutler Bay Town Council Meeting South Dade Regional Library 10750 SW 211th St, 2nd floor |
| Oct 17th 10am Friday |
Code Compliance Hearing Cutler Bay Town Hall, 10720 Caribbean Blvd, suite 105 |
| Oct 22nd 7pm Wednesday |
Wi-Fi Citizen Advisory Committee Cutler Bay Town Hall, 10720 Caribbean Blvd, suite 105 |
*** meeting dates and times are subject to change
South Florida Water Restriction Schedule
For more information, visit this SFWMD news release.
Find The Cheapest Local Gas Prices
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Movies At Southland Mall Regal Cinemas
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