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

Black Point Park and Marina is the largest largest public marina operated by Miami-Dade Parks & Recreation department

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.

Friday, April 26, the last Friday of the month, is Arbor Day, upon which individuals and groups are encouraged to plant trees and appreciate the critical role they play in our natural environment.

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.

Thursday, April 18 at 8pm
Exit One Comedy Show
Prepare for an evening of non-stop laughter at the Exit One Taproom comedy extravaganza featuring the phenomenal Julie Baez as headlining comedian. Hosted by Armand Solis. Get details online.

Friday, April 19 at 10am
South Dade Chamber Golf Tournament
Get your foursome signed up to participate in the SDCC Golf Tournament at Miccosukee Golf and Country Club at 6401 Kendale Lakes Drive. Get details online.

Friday, April 19 at 4:30pm
3D Print Workshop
Learn how to design 3D prints on a computer and use a 3D printer. All ages are welcome. Get details online.

Friday, April 19 at 4:30pm
Painting with a Librarian
Follow along with your favorite librarian to create a beautiful work of art. Materials will be provided, including paint and brushes, canvas and paper towels. Registration is required. Call South Dade Regional Library at 305-233-8140 or email: pupo-cuartasl@mdpls.org. Ages 8 years and older. Get details online.

Friday, April 19 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 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.

Sat/Sun April 20–21 from 11am–7pm
Wellness Weekend Retreat
Experience a gathering of top influencers, entrepreneurs, thought leaders, and brands in the health and wellness industry for an intimate weekend of fun, networking, and content creation. Elevate your health and indulge in luxury with cutting-edge innovations from top brands in health, biohacking and wellness. Creators House is located at 20551 SW 162nd Ave. Get details online.

Saturday, April 20 at 11:30am
Artists' Block - Collaborative Mural
Gather to create a collaborative mural that will display in the Cybrarium. Supplies provided. Ages 15 and older. Get details online.

Saturday, April 20 at 2pm
STEAM Saturdays: Sand Art
Express yourself by layering a rainbow of colored sand into one of the different-shaped bottles. Ages 8-12. Get details and register in advance online.

Sunday, April 21 from 8am to 5pm
Earth Day Eco-Wellness Extravaganza at Patch
Escape to the beautiful Patch of Heaven Sanctuary in Redland agricultural area to celebrate, elevate and activate EcoWellness and a healthy life. Get details and RSVP online.

Sunday, April 21 from 9am to 1pm
Volunteer Day - Fruit and Spice Park
Volunteers are invited to participate at Fruit & Spice Park with the mission of strengthening the connection between humans and plants and beautifying the park in honor of Earth Month. Get details online.

Sunday, April 21 at 3:30pm
Poetry for the Pines - Guided Hike
In celebration of ReWild Miami’s victory to block a destructive water park in Zoo Miami’s neighboring pine rockland forest, this event at Camp Owaissa Bauer will begin with a guided hike through one of South Florida’s last remaining pine rockland forests. The low stress walk is led by ReWild Miami organizer, Zac Cosner, followed by a poetry workshop in reverence of the fragile flora and fauna endemic to South Florida, finishing with a gathering by the fire. Get details online.

Monday, April 22 at 1:30pm
The Big Read - "Circe" by Madeline Miller
Join a discussion at South Dade Library of this year's NEA Big Read title, "Circe" by Madeline Miller. Delve into this bold and reimagined retelling of the Greek goddess's life, exploring themes of family rivalry, love, loss and the celebration of female strength. Free copies of the book are available (while supplies last). Registration is required. Call 305-233-8140 or email: pupo-cuartasl@mdpls.org. Ages 18 years and older. Get details online.

Wednesday, April 24 at 6pm
Mater Bay Theatre presents Descendants The Musical
Imprisoned on the Isle of the Lost -- home of the most infamous villains who ever lived -- the teenaged children of Maleficent, the Evil Queen, Jafar, and Cruella De Vil have never ventured off the island... until now. When the four troublemakers are sent to attend prep school alongside the children of beloved Disney heroes, they have a difficult choice to make: should they follow in their parents’ wicked footsteps or learn to be good? Experience an unforgettable tale of self-discovery, courage, and redemption with this magical adventure, enchanting and captivating audiences of all ages. Get details online.

Saturday, April 27 from 9am to 5pm
Palm Society Spring Show and Sale
The South Florida Palm Society is pleased to announce its first Spring Show & Sale in eight years -- at a new venue: on the west side of University of Miami campus, just steps from the Gifford Arboretum. Not only will vendors offer an outstanding array of palms and cycads, but on both days there will be morning and afternoon tours of the Arboretum and the Palmetum to observe the extensive use of palms in the UM landscape. Call 305-873-4105. Get details online.

Saturday, April 27 at 8pm
A Brothers Revival - Homage To The Allman Brothers
Joining forces with David "Rook" Goldflies is one of Southern rock heavyweights: Mike Kach, former vocalist, and keyboardist of Dickey Betts and Great Southern. Brothers Revival’s electrifying energy and soulful sounds pay homage to the Allman Brothers Band -- an unforgettable ride through the heart and soul of Southern rock. Get details online.

Friday, May 3 from 6pm to midnight
Fast Lane Friday
Homestead-Miami Speedway opens Pit Road to the public for the 1/8th Mile Test & Tune experience. Law enforcement and advocacy groups long have sought safe alternatives to illegal street racing that plagues South Florida roadways. To combat this dangerous activity, Homestead-Miami Speedway created Fast Lane Friday presented by Spitzer Homestead. 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 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.

One Stop Shop
Custom Metal Installations
B&K Installations, at 246 SW 4th Ave in Homestead, has been a pillar of Florida's manufacturing community since 1979 -- your one stop shop for all your fabrication needs, fully equipped for metal fabrication, machining and waterjet cutting projects. B&K is South Florida's leading manufacturer of Ag buildings, equipment and custom metal products. With their expertise and your vision, your concept can become a reality. Call 305-245-6968. Get details online. https://www.bkinstall.com