March 2010
February 2010
Fun and Fit as a Family
February 23rd and 24th, from 10am-5pm at Jungle Island. Families from all over South Florida will get together to learn about the importance of eating healthy and staying fit. The event includes several celebrity chefs including Rachael Ray and Paula Deen. Admission is $20 in advance, or $28 for adults and $23 for children per day on the day of the event. Jungle Island is located at 1111 Parrot Jungle Trail, Miami. To find out more about the different chefs, and thetimes they will be in attendance, visit funandfitasafamily.com.
Spring Cabaret Concert Series at Deering
Thursday, February 25th. Enjoy a cabaret-style concert at the Deering Estate's Stone House Ballroom featuring Folk Singer and Coconut Grove native Bob Ingram. The concert begins at 8 pm and the main gate opens at 7 pm. Guests are welcome to bring refreshments and snacks to enjoy during the show. Single Tickets are $20 and the three-concert series is $55. Limited seating is available. Advance tickets are recommended. Seating is available on a first-come, first-serve basis. For more information, visit www.deeringestate.org. To purchase tickets, please contact the Deering Estate Ticket Office at 305-235-1668 ext. 233.
Movie Night at Fairchild
Thursday, February 25th from 6-9pm. Fairchild Gardens will host a romantic movie night featuring the film "When Harry Met Sally". Shown outside on the Garden House lawn, you are encouraged to bring a blanket and picnic basket. Adult admission is $15.00 for non-members. For more information visit their website at fairchildgarden.org.
Womens Heart Health Fair
Saturday, February 27th from 10am-2pm. This event for women features a fashion presentation followed by a heart healthy fair. There will be free health screenings, resources and referral information. Healthcare professionsls and service providers will be on site. This free event takes place at Dadeland Mall's Center Court. For more information, call 305-665-6226.
Events at the South Dade Regional Library
The following events take place at the South Dade Regional Library, located at 10750 SW 211th St. Call 305-233-8140 for more information.
Cutler Bay's Founders Day Celebration
On Saturday, February 20th from 11am-3pm at Cutler Ridge Park. Join your friends and neighbors to celebrate Cutler Bay's 4th anniversary. Enjoy: food, entertainment, rides, games, and more. Come prepared to participate in the Cutler Bay food fight and bid to throw a pie in the face of your "favorite" council member. Cutler Ridge Park is located at 10100 SW 200th St. For more information, call 305-238-4166. (map).
Tropical Audubon Concert
Saturday, February 20th at 8pm (Doors open at 7).Bring your blanket and picnic basket to the Doc Thomas House and enjoy an outdoor concert featuring acoustic duo Jennings and Keller. Addmission is a $10 donation. A cash bar and appetizers will be available. Monies collected will be used to help in replacing the chikee roof where educational workshops and events take place. For more information visit, tropicalaudubon.org.
Coral Reef High School 2nd Annual Rib Fest
Saturday February 20th, from 10am-4pm. Enjoy music and entertainment, ribs, petting zoo, carnival activities, fun and games, and more. Admission is $1 and proceeds benefit the schools athletic department. Coral Reef High School is located at 10101 SW 152nd St.
Holy Rosary Flea Market
Saturday, February 6th, from 8am-3pm, Holy Rosary Catholic Church will be holding a flea market. This venue provides a great opportunity for residents sell their unneeded items. For booth information, call Elaine Rhatigan at 305-345-1683. Holy Rosary Church is located at 18455 Franjo Rd.
Non-Native Pet Amnesty Day at Metrozoo
February 6th, from 10am-2pm. You can surrender your exotic pets, free of charge with no questions asked, during Metrozoo's Non-Native Amnesty Day. For more information, visit miamimetrozoo.com.
January 2010
Chocolate Festival At Fairchild
Friday, January 22nd through Sunday, January 24th, from 9:30am until 4:30pm.. Visit Fairchild Gardens for their Forth Annual International Chocolate Festival. This event will feature chocolate treats, along with coffee and tea. Enjoy cooking demonstrations, informative lectures, tree sales along with chocoKids and ChocoWalk. The event takes place at Fairchild Tropical Gardens located at 10901 Old Cutler Rd.. For more information, visit fairchildgarden.org or call 305-667-1651 ext. 3344.
61st Annual Homestead Championship Rodeo
January 29th, 30th, and 31st. The Homestead Rodeo is back for its 61st year. For additional information on both the rodeo and Frontier Days, visit homesteadrodeo.com.
"Get That Job!" Workshop at Cutler Ridge Park
Saturday, January 30th from 9am to noon at Cutler Ridge Park. Dr. Patricia Fulton will be presenting a free job hunting workshop. Participants will learn how to assess their job skills, write and effective resume and conduct a successful interview. For more information, contact Dr. Fulton at 305-596-2110. You can RSVP by emailing patful@yahoo.com.
Sammie Jo Day
Sunday, January 31st from noon to 7:00pm. "Sammie Jo Day", a family fun daywill take place at Cutler Ridge Park. The event will feature food from local restaurants, police, firefighters, celebrities, games, raffles, and music along with raising awareness about gun safety. The event is in honor of Cutler Bay resident Samantha Jo Meerbott, 14, who was accidentally shot and killed last November. The $5.00 admission charge will be donated to the Merrbott family. Cutler Ridge Park is located at 10100 SW 200 Street. For more information call Kim Haar at 305-321-5171, or Becky Parker at 786-863-2994. See the flyer for more information.
Free Cat Spay/Neutering – MEOW!!!
Sunday, January 31st. Commissioner Katy Sorenson along with Miami-Dade Animal Services will host this second annual event to help control the pet population. Cat owners are urged to call today to make an appointment. There is no cost for this service. Prior to sterilization, pet owners must show proof of current rabies vaccinations or agree to obtain the vaccine on the day of service at no additional cost. All cats will be ear tipped to identify them as sterilized. To make an appointment, call 305-805-1603. The animal clinic is located at 10700 SW 211 Street, in Cutler Bay.
Woman's Health Day at Baptist Hospital
Saturday, January 23rd from 1-4pm. Visit Baptist Hospital for their 19th Annual Health Day for Women. This free event includes health screenings, demonstrations, chair massages and lectures by experts. Baptist Hospital is located at 8900 N. Kendall Dr. For more information, call 786-596-5981 or visit baptisthealth.net.
Free H1N1 Vaccinations at Southland Mall
Saturday, January 16th from noon - 6pm. Visit Southland Mall for a free H1N1 Vaccine. Inoculations will take place in the JC Penney Wing. Nurses and health clearks will be available to answer your questions and provide pamphlets and related materials.
Pinecrest Gardens Fine Arts Festival
Saturday, January 16th and Sunday January 17th from 10am-5pm. Visit Pinecrest Gardens for their fine arts festival featuring a variety of mediums from nationally recognized artists as well as local artists. Pinecrest Gardens is located at 11000 Red Road, in Pinecrest. For more information visit pinecrestgardens.com.
Snowflake Science
January 16th and 17th from 10am until 6pm. The Miami Science Museum will be celebrating winter with "A weekend filled with icy science experiments and cool demonstrations". For additional information about the museum, visit miamisci.org or call 305-646-4264. The Miami Science Museum is located at 3280 South Miami Avenue.
CRUMC Flea Market
Cutler Ridge United Methodist Church is having an indoor Flea Market on Friday, January 22nd from 8:00 am- noon and Saturday, January 23rd from 7:00 am to 1:00 pm. Early morning coffee and a hot dog lunch will be available. The church is located at 20740 Old Cutler Road. For more information, call 305-235-0561 or 305-235-6651.
Recycle Your Christmas Tree
Saturday, December 26th through Sunday January 17th. You can recycle your Christmas tree by taking it to the Eureka Drive transfer station or a designated drop off location at the South Dade Landfill. To recycle, remove all decorations including tinsel. Curbside recycling is available from January 7th ONLY. Remove all decorations. Recycled Christmas tree chips will be available at the Eureka Drive station in late January. Eureka Drive Trash and Recycling Center is located at 9401 SW 184 Street. It is open daily from 7am to 5:30pm. The South Dade Landfill is located at 24000 SW 97 Avenue. Gate A. from 7 am to 5 pm. For additional information, visit miamidade.gov/dswm/recycling_trees.
Redland Riot Road Rallye
Saturday, January 9th. Starting time is between 9am and noon with the event ending at 5pm. An event for car enthusiasts, history buffs and those who enjoys a leisurely drive through rural South Miami-Dade County. Participants start at Cauley Square, located at US-1 and 224 Street where they receive a map, driving directions, and a series of questions to be answered along the way. The event moves on to other Homestead destinations. The cost is $5.00 per team. For more information visit, redlandriot.com or email rob@redlandriot.com.
Homestead Hospital's 5K Walk/Run for Wellness
Saturday, January 9th beginning at 8am. This event begins at Homestead Hospital and proceeds through the surrounding neighborhoods. Cost is $20 pp before the day of the race, $25 on race day, and $10 for ages 18 and under. To register or for more information, call 786-243-8220, or e-mail thomassc@baptisthealth.net. For additional information, visit baptisthealth.net.
Redland Festival
January 9th and 10th, from 10am-5pm. Visit the Redland Fruit and Spice Park for this annual festival featuring arts and crafts, tropical plants, food, and children's activities including a petting zoo, pony rides, puppet and magic show, and Everglades reptile show. Admission is $8.00 for adults, free for children under 12. The park is located at 24801 S.W. 187th Avenue, in Homestead. Phone 305-247-5727 for more information.
Backcountry Kayak Fishing
January 3rd from 7:30am until 12:30pm at Blackpoint Marina. Come along as two expert flats fishermen take you on a guided fishing trip along the shore of Biscayne Bay. Kayak, paddle and safety equipment will be provided. A valid Florida saltwater fishing license is required. Cost is $85 per person. For more information, phone 305-365-3018.
Family Funday at Fairchild
Sunday, January 3rd from noon to 4pm. Featuring the art of Yayoi Kusama along with "Polkadots and Fingerprints", which will introduce kids to art allowing them to create and take home their own art project. Volunteers will paint polka dot faces, and kids can try their hand at playing a musical instrument. The event takes place at Fairchild Tropical Gardens, located at 10901 Old Cutler Rd. For more information, visit fairchildgarden.org or call 305-667-1651 ext. 3344.
Winter Nights & Lights at the Seaquarium
December 19th-January 2nd. Visit the Miami Seaquarium for it's annual celebration. Enjoy a magical snow fall, Kid's Winterfest, illuminated sea themed sculptures, and much more. For additional information, call 305-361-5705, ext. 225 or visit miamiseaquarium.com.