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We hope you'll appreciate our curated list of community events and cultural opportunities in the coming days.

the 130 acre Homestead Sports Complex is located three miles from downtown, just west of the Homestead-Miami Speedway

Saturday, April 13 is Thomas Jefferson's Birthday. He was the nation's first secretary of state, second vice-president, and third president.

Monday, April 15 is Titanic Remembrance Day, dedicated to the memory of the loss of the luxury liner Titanic, and over 1500 people who died when she sank on this day in 1912.

Tuesday, April 16 is National Eggs Benedict Day, which requires no further explanation.

Friday, April 19 is National Garlic Day, promoting the many uses of garlic; a horrible day to be a vampire.

Saturday, April 20, the third Saturday in April, is Husband Appreciation Day.

Monday, April 22 is Earth Day, established on April 22, 1970, in support of the environment and in protest of harmful environmental practices.

Fri/Sat/Sun April 12–14 from 9am to 5pm
RF Orchids Spring Fling Orchid Sale
Make plans to visit the RF Orchids nursery at 28100 SW 182 Ave for the big Spring Fling Orchid Sale event on the weekend of April 12–14, with 20% discount on everything, including beautiful flowering plants, plus fabulous new arrivals and garden décor. Enjoy complimentary refreshments and take time for a garden tour as well. This sale is in conjunction with the East Everglades Orchid Society Outreach Judging event on Sunday, April 14. Bring in your beautiful, blooming orchids by noon to be considered for a prestigious American Orchid Society award. Get details online.

Friday, April 12 at 3:30pm
Senior Planet Miami: Computer Class
Familiarize yourself with technology and learn basic computer skills at South Dade Regional Library. Presented by AARP. Call 305-233-8140 or email: crespim@mdpls.org. Ages 55 years and older. Get details online.

Friday, April 12 from 5 to 7pm
Happy Hour at the Sand Trap Bar and Grill
Redland friends gather at the Sand Trap Bar and Grill at the Redland Golf and Country Club on Friday evenings for good times, good food, drinks and camaraderie. Everyone's welcome to stop in and enjoy the casual ambiance of the Sand Trap indoors, as well as the outdoor tiki hut. Get details online.

Friday, April 12 at 8pm
360 AllStars
360 ALLSTARS is a non-stop energy-packed urban circus, complete with dancing, beat boxing, acrobatics, BMX biking and more. This family event is a spectacular fusion of the extraordinary artistry that emerges from street culture. Get details online.

Saturday, April 13 from 9am to noon
Baynanza - Do The Shore Thing
Baynanza is a celebration of Biscayne Bay and its significance as one of the most important ecological systems in South Florida. Celebrated throughout March and April, Baynanza culminates with the Biscayne Bay Cleanup Day where thousands of volunteers join together to help clean up our bay’s shoreline. Get details online.

Saturday, April 13 at 2pm
Exploring Everglades National Park — The Crown Jewel of South Florida
Naturalist, botanist, photographer, author, and noted storyteller Roger Hammer will present a program on the history of Everglades National Park. Roger was previously the manager of the Castellow Hammock Preserve and is a published author and leading authority with his guides to wildflowers. Roger is also a recipient of the Marjory Stoneman Douglas Award for his lifelong conservation efforts. The meeting tales place at the Pinecrest Library. Get details online.

Saturday, April 13 at 9:45pm
Monkey Man
Inspired by the legend of Hanuman, an icon embodying strength and courage, Monkey Man stars Patel as Kid, an anonymous young man who ekes out a meager living in an underground fight club where, night after night, wearing a gorilla mask, he is beaten bloody by more popular fighters for cash. After years of suppressed rage, Kid discovers a way to infiltrate the enclave of the city's sinister elite. As his childhood trauma boils over, his mysteriously scarred hands unleash an explosive campaign of retribution to settle the score with the men who took everything from him. Get details online.

Sunday, April 14 from 8am to 4pm
Awaken In Nature - Spring Daylong Retreat
Attend a daylong retreat to support your contemplative insight, pause your digital devices and reconnect in nature. Drop into what some call slow living. Get details online.

Sunday, April 14 from 9am to 4:30pm
2024 Cauley Square VDUB spring classic & Custom BMX show
Bring the family out to the 4th Annual Cauley Square VDub Spring Classic -- a day filled with vintage vibes and classic cars. Get details online.

Sunday, April 14, 2024 from 10am to 6pm
Deering Seafood Festival
The Deering Estate Foundation presents the annual Seafood Festival on Biscayne Bay, featuring fresh seafood from some of South Florida’s best restaurants and suppliers, chef demos, live entertainment and kid’s activities. The festival kicks off with a Bahamian Junkanoo band and Virgin Island stilt walkers parading through Deering Estate, followed by performances by Caribbean Music Farm and Brothers. Get details online.

Sunday, April 14 at 2pm
Young Talent Big Dreams at Moss Center
Actors’ Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre with presenting sponsor The Children’s Trust, are proud to present the 14th anniversary of Young Talent Big Dreams -- the most widespread, local free youth talent competition in Miami-Dade County. Kids between the ages of eight and 18 are invited into the spotlight to showcase their skills in a variety of categories including music, dance, voice, spoken word and original composition. Get details online.

Tuesday, April 16 at 5:30pm
Inkwell Writers' Workshop at Cybrarium
Look for inspiration, feedback, and a friendly group of local writers at the Cybrarium's Inkwell Writers Workshop for peer critique, discussion, writing activities, and camaraderie. Writers of all genres and experience are welcome. This event is for adults. Get details online.

Wednesday, April 17 from 10:30am to noon
Goulds Heritage Survey Online Meeting
The Miami-Dade County Office of Historic Preservation invites you to attend the second virtual Goulds Heritage Survey meeting. Your participation and insight are greatly appreciated and will help guide future preservation and recognition of places in the Goulds community. Learn about the latest on survey efforts and share your knowledge of the history and places in the Goulds community that are important to you. Please register in advance of the meeting online.

Thursday, April 18 at 4pm
All Hands on Tech at the Library
Meet at the Naranja Library for hands-on creative projects featuring robotics, electronics, coding, engineering and art. Call 305-242-2290 or email: gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. Ages 8 to 18 years old. Get details online.

Thursday, April 18 from 5 to 6:30pm
Tourism Advisory Committee
The members of the Homestead Tourism Advisory Committee meet at City Hall in Conference Room #347 from 5 to 6pm. Get details online.

Friday, April 19 at 8pm
The Selena Experience at Seminole Theatre
Celebrate the legacy of Taino music sensation Selena at Seminole Theatre with an interactive one-of-a-kind event to commemorate the anniversary of her birthday. Experience the hit movie Selena starring Jennifer Lopez, plus an interactive experience kit that allows you to follow along with the film and enter the world of a legend, followed by a costume/look-alike contest, themed drinks and more. Get details online.

Friday, April 19 at 8pm
Friday Karaoke Show at Exit One
Get your act together and channel that inner singing sensation at Exit One Tap Room on Friday nights as Silver Dragon presents an evening of top-shelf Karaoke entertainment and fun. Get details online.

Sat/Sun April 20–21 from 10am to 7pm
Miami-Dade CountryFest
Experience the International Livestock Show and Rodeo during this weekend of entertainment for all ages which attracts cattle enthusiasts from around the globe for two days of non-stop fun with live music, food trucks, kids zones, and other enjoyable activities. Get details online.

Saturday, April 20 from 10am to 4pm
Redland Garden Tour
The Redland Garden Club presents their 2024 Redland Garden Tour -- visiting a group of fascinating homes featuring tropical landscapes. Meet at the Fruit and Spice Park to begin. All participants drive their own cars to these locations. Rain or shine. For details call lucy Reese at 786-972-1400. Tickets are available on eventbrite for $35 presale or $40 day of the tour. Get details and purchase tickets online.

Saturday, April 20 from 10am – 5pm
Springtime Adventure Day at Fruit & Spice Park
Enjoy fun with your family at Fruit and Spice Park with raft activities for kids, photo backdrops, scavenger hunts and tours of what’s in season, plus delicious food truck food for an impromptu picnic in the Garden. Reduced admission -- enjoy $2 admission for ages 6 and over. Children under 5 years old and park members are free. Get details online.

Fri/Sat/Sun May 17–19
Redland International Orchid Festival
The Fruit and Spice Park is once again the location of the Redland International Orchid Festival -- a bucket list event for orchid lovers in South Florida -- with three and a half days of pure orchid mania. See the vendor list, get details and purchase discounted tickets online.

Shop four locations in Downtown Homestead -- all within walking distance

Etc, located at 257 North Krome Avenue is open Tuesday-Saturday 11am to 5pm with antiques and art, vintage furniture, china, crystal and collectibles, used book exchange, with coffee and tea service. Call 786-283-2437.

Renaissance Antiques is at 61 NW 4th Street, open Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday 11am to 5pm with Furniture, art, rugs, jewelry, china & glassware. Call 305-244-5807.

Jacobsen's Antique Mall at 144 N. Krome Avenue is Open Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday 12 pm to 5 pm with art, antiques, collectibles, furniture and accessories. Call 305-247-4745.

Skin Candy at 118 N. Krome Ave with natural soaps, body butters, bath bombs, sugar scrubs, natural deodorants, body oils and more. Call 470-920-5007.