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

with more than 2000 alligators in residence, the Everglades Alligator Farm is a popular tourist destination with captivating exhibits, thrilling shows and adventurous air boat rides

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Redland scenic photo illustrations © Robin and Robert Burr.

Saturday, April 5 is National Walking Day, so have a nice walk around and discover the joys of personal mobility.

Sunday, April 6 is National Tartan Day, often featuring parades with bagpipers playing Scottish music and people dressed in kilts with tartan patterns that represent their Scottish clans.

Tuesday, April 8 is National Library Workers' Day, a time to honor library workers, organize lunches to celebrate librarians, and make donations to local libraries.

Thursday, April 10 is National Sibling Day, a day to appreciate and cherish your brothers and sisters.

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

Now Available Wholesale and Retail
Lion Farms Gourmet Mushrooms
In the Redland farming region, Lion Farms produces the finest gourmet mushrooms -- a broad selection of different USDA organic 'shrooms with incredible taste profiles, grown in their state-of-the-art facility on this sustainable, regenerative farm. Retail customers: Get mushrooms every Saturday from 10am to 7pm, rain or shine, at the Coconut Grove Saturday Organic Market, 3300 Grand Avenue, (corner of Margaret Street). Get details online.

Thursday, April 3 at 8pm
Roger Beebe: Films for One to Eight Projectors
Artist in Residence Barron Sherer presents Roger Beebe: Films for One to Eight Projectors at Deering Estate. Roger Beebe is a filmmaker whose work since 2006 consists primarily of multiple-projector performances and essayistic videos that explore the world of found images and the found landscapes of late capitalism. Get details online.

Friday, April 4 at 7:30pm
The Sound of Music at Seminole Theatre
Enjoy a live performance of The Sound of Music, the world's most beloved family musical, featuring timeless songs like Do-Re-Mi, My Favorite Things, and Edelweiss. This heartwarming story of Maria and the von Trapp family is a celebration of love, courage, and the power of music. The Palmer Trinity School performance returns Saturday at 2pm. Get details online.

Friday, April 4 at 8pm
More Country Nights, More Fun at Miami Brewing Company
Miami Brewing Company is bringing even more country fun with three new Country Nights. In addition to Friday and Saturday evenings, enjoy country music, ice-cold beer, and a full BBQ menu every Wednesday and Thursday starting at 8pm, and Sundays starting at 4pm. Grab your boots and experience the best country vibes in South Florida. Get details and order tickets online.

Saturday, April 5 from 9am to noon
Community Action Day at UF/IFAS Extension Office
Get your volunteer hours while working alongside our Urban Horticulture Program staff and Master Gardener Volunteers. Help protect and restore the learning environment at the UF/IFAS Extension Office. Learn about the principles of Florida-Friendly Landscaping and how to apply them to your own landscape to decrease your footprint on the South Florida environment. Call Laura Vasquez at 305-679-0239 or email: lavasquez@ufl.edu. Get details online.

Saturday, April 5 from 10am to 4pm
Adventure Day at Fruit & Spice Park
Families receive reduced admission to the Fruit & Spice Park for Adventure Day Saturday, with craft activities, photo backdrops, scavenger hunts and tours. Learn about which tropical fruits are in season now in the park. Get details online.

Saturday, April 5 at noon
Weekend Wine Tasting & Tour at Schnebly Winery
Make your weekends unforgettable with Schnebly Winery exclusive Wine Tasting & Tour, available Fridays through Sundays. Experience a 30-45 minute guided tour of the craftsmanship behind Schnebly’s signature tropical fruit wines, with a tasting of five wines of your choice, served in a souvenir glass to take home. Skip the line and indulge in a one-of-a-kind winery experience this weekend. Get details and RSVP online.

Saturday, April 5 from noon to 9pm
Miami Jumps
Bring the Kids out to Cauley Square for a big adventure with a variety of inflatable attractions and a fun day of bouncing around, jumping and enjoying live music. Get details online.

Sunday, April 6 at 2pm
The History of Miami - by John Bailly
Deering Estate is thrilled to host a History of Miami Lecture, led by John Bailly, an artist, FIU professor, and public speaker based in France and Miami. He received his MFA from Yale University and is a professor in the FIU Honors College. Due to its unique historical trajectory as a relatively late-developing industrialized city, Miami serves as a vivid microcosm of the complex interplay between cultures, economies, and ecosystems that characterizes the contemporary world. From art to wildlife wars between pythons and alligators, Miami is on the frontline of the contemporary Grand Exchange. Get details online.

Saturday, April 5 from 7 to 10pm
Boots & Brews at the Zoo
Saddle up and mosey on over to Zoo Miami for an unforgettable night with live music, activities, games, animal appearances, as well as some mouth-watering food and drinks. Get details online.

Saturday, April 5 at 7pm
Ghost Hunting on the Rails
Hop on board for a spooky adventure to explore haunted train tracks and search for ghostly spirits lurking in the shadows, from Gold Coast Railroad Museum at 12450 SW 152nd Street, next to Zoo Miami. Get details online.

Saturday, April 5 at 8:30pm
The French Horn Collective
Immerse yourself in the dynamic fusion of Gypsy jazz, New Orleans vibes, and Latin rhythms with The French Horn Collective featuring blues and gospel Singer Wendell Morrison. Led by Vincent Raffard, the group blends classic French melodies and original compositions, delivering hot swing, jazz, and Latin bolero. Get details online.

Sunday, April 6 from 8am to 4pm
Awaken In Nature Spring Retreat
Patch of Heaven presents a Signature Retreat series event: a Daylong Nature-based Mindfulness Insight Meditation immersion experience. Set aside the hustle and bustle of the city and daily life for a rejuvenating slow living session. Get details online.

Sunday, April 6 at 2pm
Photography Club: Edit using Lightroom
Learn how to edit RAW image files and other formats using Adobe's Lightroom. All ages are welcome. Get details online.

Monday, April 7 at 7pm
South Florida Palm Society monthly meeting
The SFPS meets on the first Monday of every even-numbered month at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden in Coral Gables. Admission is free and open to the general public. Chip Jones, owner of Jones Landscaping, will present Understanding Peru from a Palm Perspective. In addition to guest speakers, the meetings typically include plant auctions and the opportunity to meet with a diverse group of friendly palm enthusiasts. Doors to the Corbin Bldg. will open at 7pm. Light refreshments, water, and soft drinks will be provided. The program will start at 7:30pm and you are encouraged to bring your favorite potluck dish for the food table and any labeled plant donations for the auction table. Get details online.

Tuesday, April 8 at 10:30am
William Julius Krome Statue Unveiling
Attend the historic unveiling of the William Julius Krome Statue at Losner Park -- a great opportunity to celebrate the legacy of this influential figure for whom our Krome Avenue is named. Known for connecting the Keys to the mainland, Henry Flagler's chief construction engineer William Krome was also an agricultural pioneer. The Krome family was instrumental in developing the avocado, lime, and mango industry in Florida. Get details online.

Tuesday, April 8 at 3pm
Free Civic Engagement Classes
Attend a special event presented by Mayor Daniella Levine Cava and Commissioner Marleine Bastien. Are you ready to make a difference in your community? Become an active resident, learn how to participate in your local government and advocate for your community. Call Naranja Library at 305-242-2290 or email: gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. Ages 18 years and older. Get details online.

Tuesday, April 8 at 6pm
Dungeons & Dragons Club at Cybrarium
Go on a quest with friends during a game of Dungeons & Dragons, a fantasy tabletop role-playing game full of obstacles, monsters, and adventure. The core of D&D is about storytelling. The group of players essentially tell a collective story, guiding heroes through dangerous quests to search for treasure, battle deadly foes, and even carry out daring rescues. The adventure itself is only limited by the imagination of the players around the table. This event is for adults. Get details online.

Tuesday, April 8 at 7pm
Tropical Beekeepers Meet at Fruit and Spice Park
The Tropical Beekeepers meet at the Fruit and Spice Park for monthly gatherings to share information, presentations and camaraderie. The guest speaker is Amy Vu, state specialized extension agent at the University of Florida's Honey Bee Research and Extension Lab, and manager of the UF IFAS Master Beekeeper Program. Honeybees are critical to the pollination of our tropical environment. Learn about how you can participate. All are welcome. Get details online.

Wednesday, April 9 at 8:30am
Aquatic Pesticide Training
A required class for employees who use or supervise the use of any pesticide for control of unwanted vegetation in or on aquatic bodies. Includes Principles of Aquatic Herbicide Application; Environmental Considerations for Aquatics Applicators; and Adjuvants. Get details online.

Wednesday, April 9 at 5:30pm
Adult Painting Party
Local artist Susan Sorrentino hosts a themed painting party. Supplies are provided. This event is for adults. Get details online.

Wednesday, April 9 at 6pm
City of Homestead Strategic Plan Forum
For the first time in the City of Homestead’s history, leaders are creating a Five-Year Strategic Plan, to set clear priorities that will guide the City's operations, policies, and budget decisions over the next five years. Once completed, the Plan will align the City's budget and resources to strategic priorities and objectives. The public is invited to be part of the process by visiting the social pinpoint site, take a survey, share your ideas, and answer key questions about Homestead’s future. Get details online.

Thursday, April 10 at 7pm
Warfare
A surveillance mission goes wrong for a platoon of American Navy SEALs in insurgent territory in Iraq -- based on ex-Navy Seal Ray Mendoza's real-life experiences. Get details online.

Saturday, April 12 from 10am to 1pm
Easter Eggstravaganza at Harris Field Park
Bring the family to a fun-filled Easter Eggstravaganza with egg hunts, games, and prizes at Harris Field Park, 1034 NE 8th Street in Homestead. Hunt for colorful eggs hidden throughout the park, enjoy delicious treats at the food trucks, and participate in exciting games and the photo booth, then take a picture with the Easter Bunny. Get details online.

Saturday, April 26 from 5:30 to 10pm
Farm Bureau Annual BBQ and Prime Rib Dinner
Dade County Farm Bureau will be honoring Hal Arve at their 45th Annual BBQ at the DiMare Complex at 500 North Krome in Florida City, at the corner of West Davis Parkway. The evening includes a full prime rib dinner with all the fixins, with raffles and live music. Purchase tickets at the Farm Bureau office, 1850 Old Dixie Highway, Homestead, FL 33033 or from any board director. Call 305-246-5514. Get details online.

Dependable Friendly Computer Service
Two Computer Guys
Since 1998, the team at Two Computer Guys has been available for safe, reliable, efficient and friendly service -- for small businesses, families, students, seniors and anyone who needs a little help with their computer. TCG solves problems to get computers up and running quickly. Be safe -- call when you need help with virus issues. Serving more than a thousand clients in South Florida over the past three decades. Call 305-444-1984 when you need a little help. Get details and schedule an appointment online.

Breakfast, Brunch, and Lunch
The Tea Room at Cauley Square
The historic Cauley Square Village boasts a fine collection of small shops, restaurants, galleries, antiques, collectibles and much more. It's also a popular events space with beautiful gardens and courtyards. The venerable Tea Room serves breakfast, brunch, and lunch — plus high tea. Get details online.

Shop Downtown Homestead

Etc Art Gallery, located at 257 North Krome Avenue is open Tuesday–Saturday 11am to 5pm with antique furniture, china, crystal and collectibles, and used book exchange. Call 786-283-2437. Get details.