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The City Hall complex in Florida City, built after Hurricane Andrew, is located on the main thoroughfare, Palm Drive.

Sunday, November 5 -- Daylight Saving Time Ends on the first Sunday in November at 2am. Fall back one hour.

Thursday, November 9 is World Freedom Day, marking the fall of the Berlin Wall.

Friday, November 10 celebrates the birth of the United States Marine Corps.

Saturday, November 11 is Veteran's Day, an opportunity to honor and thank all military personnel who served the United States in all wars, particularly living veterans.

Monday, November 13 is World Kindness Day, a day to encourage us to be kind to others. It's also Caregiver Appreciation Day, recognizing the tens of millions of Americans, who selflessly give their time to care for those who are ill, disabled, or elderly.

Wednesday, November 15 is National Philanthropy Day, a chance to consider giving to worthy causes and an opportunity to honor all those generous philanthropists that have contributed so much to our common good.

Wednesday, November 15 is also Clean Out Your Refrigerator Day -- top to bottom reorganization -- perhaps to make room for all the Thanksgiving Feast goodies coming soon.

Thursday, November 16 is UNESCO International Tolerance Day by fostering mutual understanding among cultures and peoples.

Saturday, November 4 at 6pm

UF/IFAS One Night In The Tropics Fundraiser

The University of Florida's Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) Tropical Research and Education Center invites you to attend their annual One Night In The Tropics fundraiser at 18905 SW 280 Street. The event is hosted on the first Saturday in November, which is recognized as Farmer's Month in Miami-Dade County. Enjoy good food, great music and dancing, and the company of UF/IFAS TREC's world-class scientists amid tropical fruit-filled groves and ornamental plants. For details, contact Monique Scoggin at 786-217-9226. Get details and register online.

Sunday, November 12 from 2 to 5pm

Miami Rum Festival Tasting Event

Make plans to attend the 14th annual Miami Rum Festival at the Coral Gables Woman's Club, with an amazing variety of rums to sample from around the world. Get details and purchase tickets online.

Our Bountiful Countryside

November is Farmers' Month

South Dade’s farmers have made an indelible impact on the destination as both an economic engine and as a resource for its MICHELIN-recognized dining scene. To honor their contributions, the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau is excited to announce the second annual Miami-Dade Farmers Month. Get details online.

Now Open For The Season
Knaus Berry Farm and Bakery
Our friends at Knaus Berry Farm recently opened the bakery and fruit stand for the season. Stop by to enjoy the delicious sticky cinnamon buns, fresh baked breads, pies, jellies and jams, or just to have a fresh fruit milkshake. Get details online.

Vanda Apricot Glow
Timely Specials at RF Orchids
Stop by the nursery to see the fabulous Vanda Sonia Daccach Apricot Glow orchid, on sale for $64.95, featuring rich, fully formed apricot flowers with deep crimson spotting and a darker lip. Free flowering and long lasting. Blooming size. Get details and order online.

Thursday, November 2 from 6 to 8pm

Exhibit Final: Terre Rybovich at etc.

etc. gallery owner Susan Dryer will host a closing artist reception for featured artist Terre Rybovich, who’s bird drawings and others will be the highlight of the evening. Opportunities to talk with Terre and purchase any of her works will be available. A show of paintings by Susan Sorrentino will open November 9 with a reception from 6 to 8pm. etc. is the long-awaited addition to Downtown Homestead on Krome Avenue. Dryer aims to expand downtown Homestead’s cultural options to include monthly art exhibitions by local artists in a permanent art gallery, plus antiques, vintage pieces, crystal and China, and a coffee and tea bar, and a used book exchange library at 257 North Krome Avenue in Homestead. Regular hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 11am to 5pm. For details, email: etc.homestead@yahoo.com

Friday, November 3 from 7 to 11pm

Luna Lunera Festival at Redland Koi Gardens

Immerse yourself in the kaleidoscope of inner exploration at Redland Koi Gardens, guided by the enchantment of ceremonial cacao and the mystical allure of InnerDance. The event begins with a Cacao Ceremony, followed by an extended InnerDance session, before an integration circle and ceremonial tea. Redland Koi Gardens is located at 25600 Southwest 147th Avenue. Get details online.

Sat/Sun November 4-5 from 10am to 5pm

SFPS Palm Show and Sale

The 39th Fall Show & Sale of the South Florida Palm Society takes place at Fairchild Gardens this weekend. Growers with years of experience will be offering hundreds of species of palms and an excellent selection of cycads. One of the popular features of the sale is the distribution of free palm seeds. They’re harvested shortly before the weekend and made available while quantities last. Among the species offered this year will be Coccothrinax readii, Acrocomia crispa, Carpoxylon macrospermum, and, for the first time, Allagoptera caudescens, and even small quantities of Orania palindan. Get details online.

Sat/Sun November 4-5 from 10am to 5pm

American Indigenous Arts Celebration

Join the Seminole Tribe of Florida and the Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum at the Big Cypress Seminole Indian Reservation as they celebrate Seminole and Indigenous art, music, food, dance and more. This family friendly event features free admission to the museum. The AIAC is one of the top festivals in the Southeast and will feature an exciting array of Seminole and Indigenous art, music, food, dance and more. Event highlights will include adult and youth fashion shows, live alligator wrestling, Native American dance performances by Native Pride, and the exciting return of New Zealand’s HAKA Māori Cultural Experience. Attendees can shop among the numerous booths of Native artists, and craft vendors, while enjoying delicious Seminole cuisine, including fresh fry bread. Most vendors accept cash only. Admission is $10 for adults and $7.50 for seniors and students. Get details online.

Saturday, November 4 at 10am

Zoo Miami Pine Rockland and Kayak Tour

Enjoy a unique exploration on land and in water at Zoo Miami as you join Miami EcoAdventures' naturalists on a guided exploration of the critically endangered Pine Rockland, see WWII era military relicts and tour a freshwater lake wildlife sanctuary. The nature adventure includes kayaking along the edges of Zoo Miami's hidden back lake to discover its time capsule layers, oolitic limestone cliffs and secrets of the depth. Then, take a leisurely hike and learn about the history of Zoo Miami grounds, discover the unique flora and fauna of the imperiled Pine Rockland, gain an understanding of ongoing conservation efforts, and learn why this ecosystem is so important to South Florida. Participants in this program will receive a ticket for a return visit to Zoo Miami good for 6 months after their tour. This is a buy one, get three experiences adventure. Get details online.

Saturday, November 4 at 10am

Nature Tots Natural Experiences

Nature Tots is a fun-filled and educational play program dedicated to helping 18 month to three year-old kids get in touch with wildlife and the great outdoors. Each Nature Tots session at Castellow Hammock is exciting and interactive. Combining both independent learning and team-working, these sessions are designed to boost each child's communication and problem-solving skills, physical development, and creativity through good old-fashioned fun. From environmental arts and crafts and story time to scavenger hunts, woodland games and much more, Nature Tots activities take place both inside and out, rain or shine. $13 per child plus one parent/guardian per class. Call 305-666-5885. Get details online. 

Saturday, November 4 at 2pm

STEAM Saturdays: Coding Adventure

Are you ready for Coding Adventure? Explore what Scratch is, the different types of blocks, and how to make your first game. This class is for beginners to advanced, ages 8 to 12. Registration required. Get details online.

Saturday, November 4 at 3pm

Chess Tournament at Cybrarium

Get ready for for an exhilarating chess tournament where players showcase their skills and compete for glory. Sharpen your wits, polish your skills, and prepare to challenge yourself. Who will be crowned the Cybrarium's chess champion? Ages 8 and older. Get details online.

Saturday, November 4 at 6pm

UF/IFAS One Night In The Tropics Fundraiser

The University of Florida's Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) Tropical Research and Education Center invites you to attend their annual One Night In The Tropics fundraiser at 18905 SW 280 Street. The event is hosted on the first Saturday in November, which is recognized as Farmer's Month in Miami-Dade County. Enjoy good food, great music and dancing, and the company of UF/IFAS TREC's world-class scientists amid tropical fruit-filled groves and ornamental plants. For details, contact Monique Scoggin at 786-217-9226. Get details and register online.

Saturday, November 5 at 7pm

Radical at ShowBiz Cinemas

Who will the sixth grade students at Jose Urbina Lopez Elementary in Matamoros become? They are among the worst performing students in Mexico, the world they know is one of violence and hardship, and their classrooms are dominated by an atmosphere of overbearing discipline, not possibility. It might seem like a dead end -- but it is also the perfect place for new teacher Sergio Juarez to try something different. There's just one problem: Sergio (played by an amazing Eugenio Derbez) has no idea what he's doing. Get details online.

Monday, November 6 from 5 to 8pm

CornHole Night at the Brewery

Mondays at Miami Brewing Company features CornHole Nights from 5 to 8pm, plus all day beer flights at half price. Get details online.

Tuesday, November 7 at 2:45pm

PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie

When a magical meteor crash lands in Adventure City, it gives the PAW Patrol pups superpowers, transforming them into The Mighty Pups. For Skye, the smallest member of the team, her new powers are a dream come true. But things take a turn for the worse when the pups' archrival Humdinger breaks out of jail and teams up with Victoria Vance, a meteor-obsessed mad scientist, to steal the superpowers and turn themselves into supervillains. With the fate of Adventure City hanging in the balance, the Mighty Pups have to stop the supervillains before it's too late, and Skye will need to learn that even the smallest pup can make the biggest difference. Get details online.

Wednesday, November 8 at 3:30pm

Crafty Kids at the Library

Bring the kids to South Dade Regional Library for fun crafts and let their creativity flow. Materials are provided. Call 305-233-8140 or email: crespim@mdpls.org. Appropriate for ages 6 to 11 years old. Get details online.

Wednesday, November 8 at 7pm

Night Hike & Campfire

Explore the woods and local wildlife at the Deering Estate as it comes to life at night. After the guided hike, gather around a campfire. Night Hike and Campfires are seasonal, held generally one Wednesday a month, October through May. The cost is $15 per person (ages 4 and older). Guests are encouraged to bring a flashlight and s’mores. Check-in at the main gate. Tickets are $15. Get details online.

Thursday, November 9 at 1pm

Leveraging PR for Small Businesses

Join this online workshop to learn about improving your Public Relations skills. Effective PR can be a challenge for small businesses due to the expertise and tools typically needed to run impactful campaigns. This webinar explains how small businesses can generate more value through PR with less budget and resources. Get details online.

Thursday, November 9 at 4:30pm

3D Print Club at Cybrarium

Learn how to design and print 3D objects from the computer. All ages are welcome. Get details online.

Thursday, November 9 at 6pm

Homestead Artist Susan Sorrentino at etc.

Exhibiting her latest paintings at the new etc. gallery, Homestead Artist Susan Sorrentino explores her journey as a painter in South Florida for the past seven years. The exhibit presents a dynamic collection of her best realistic original oil paintings -- a journey from the agricultural fields of her Homestead harvest works to her most recent "Stop Overdevelopment" representational abstract. Please RSVP to Susan Dryer at etc.homestead@yahoo.com

Opening Friday, November 10

La Brisa Latin Fusion Cuisine

The Miccosukee Resort presents a collaboration with Michelin-trained Executive Chef Nicolas Caicedo, featuring a concoction of flavors, aromas, and social connections inspiring delight and good times at the new La Brisa Restaurant's grand opening celebration. The new restaurant is meant to be a gathering place for foodies, families, and friends -- a cool and casual ambiance with indoor and outdoor seating. Visitors can savor New American and Latin-influenced cuisine while sipping on craft cocktails and enjoying the fresh vibes of the breezy Florida Everglades. Get details and RSVP online.

Sunday, November 12 from 2 to 5pm

Miami Rum Festival Tasting Event

Make plans to attend the 14th annual Miami Rum Festival at the Coral Gables Woman's Club, with an amazing variety of rums to sample from around the world. Get details and purchase tickets online.

Special Events

Cauley Square Historic Village Shops

Experience a glimpse of South Florida a century ago as you stroll through the shops of Cauley Square Historic Village at 22400 Old Dixie Hwy -- a place for many fine special events year round. Have lunch at the historic Tea Room or the Village Chalet. Visit the spa, the antique shops, the art galleries and specialty vendors amongst the beautiful gardens. It's a great place to host your own private event. Call 305-258-3543. Get details online.

Your Legacy Orchid Nursery

R. F. Orchids Seasonal Specials

Stop into R. F. Orchids at 28100 SW 182 Avenue -- or look through their online catalog -- to find an amazing array of top-quality orchids, from a legacy orchid venue that dates back generations in South Florida. Featuring an extraordinary selection of Vandas and their relatives -- their specialty and their passion -- with hundreds of internationally recognized awards and recognition. Call 305-245-4570. Get details online.

Trivia and Karaoke Fun

Bronze Dragon Entertainment

Bringing you the best trivia and karaoke nights in town, Bronze Dragon Entertainment's Trivia is fast paced -- with's no time to cheat, no team member limits, only a cell phone required, no app needed for the multiple choice answers. They take audience suggestions for questions and categories, and can do special theme nights on request. Experience their Karaoke That Cares, fair rotations, with veteran hosts that adjust levels and effects constantly so that you always sound your best -- more than 50,000 tracks to choose from with backing vocals and adjustable key and tempo. Reach Bronze Dragon on social media for upcoming local shows and events, and to arrange your own private parties and special events.