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

surrounded by new development, the 24 acre Pineland Preserve along SW 180th Avenue in Florida City is a fine example of the vanishing natural environment

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Redland scenic photo illustrations © Robin and Robert Burr.

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

Saturday, April 19 is Husband Appreciation Day, celebrated on the third Saturday in April.

Sunday, April 20 is Easter Sunday on the Christian Calendar, celebrating resurrection after crucifixion.

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

Thursday, April 24 is Take our Daughters and Sons to Work Day on the fourth Thursday of the month.

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.

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.

Professional Business Services
AMG Accounting in Homestead
Let AMG Accounting take financial concerns off your plate. Operate your company with ease, while they worry about your finances with a customized plan to match your business’ needs and schedule. Get details online. https://accountingamg.com

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Miami-Dade County Summer Camps
Register now for upcoming summer camps. Miami-Dade County Parks' Summer Camps are designed to keep kids active, engaged, and immersed in exciting outdoor adventures from June 9 to August 1, with select sites open through Aug. 12. Whether your child loves sports, arts and crafts, nature exploration, or thrilling outdoor activities, you'll find a suitable camp program. Parents can also register their child anytime throughout the summer. Siblings will receive a 10 percent discount. Get details online.

Thursday, April 17 at 5:30pm
South Dade Chamber After Hours
Members and friends of the South Dade Chamber will gather at Peterson's Harley-Davidson South for a networking event and opportunity to share information, as well as prepare for the upcoming April 25 Golf Tournament and 110th Anniversary Celebration. Get details and register online.

Thursday, April 17 at 7:15pm
Sinners
Trying to leave their troubled lives behind, twin brothers return to their hometown to start again, only to discover that an even greater evil is waiting to welcome them back. Get details online.

Friday, April 18 from 8am to 6pm
Mini Camp at Castellow Hammock Park
Let your child explore the wild side of Castellow Hammock Park & Nature Center with this nature-based camp packed with fun and educational programming. Camp Hummingbird offers children the opportunity to experience and participate in a wide variety of activities in a safe, supervised, and well-organized settings. Camp Hummingbird is located at Castellow Hammock Park: 22301 SW 162nd Ave. Get details online.

Fri/Sat/Sun April 18–20 from 11am to 6pm
Rare Plant Festival at Fair Expo Center
A destination event for plant lovers of all kinds, the Rare Plant Festival presents outstanding plant growers mingling with rare plant and orchid fans for three days of pure plant mania. Get details online.

Saturday, April 19 at 9am
THRIVE Regional Conference at Moss Cultural Center
The THRIVE Regional Conference is a premier event designed for innovators, entrepreneurs, and forward-thinkers in the financial markets, AI, and crypto industries. This conference is a hub for learning, networking, and collaboration, bringing together top experts, emerging leaders, and visionaries to explore the future of decentralized finance, artificial intelligence, and cutting-edge financial technologies. Attendees will gain exclusive insights, participate in hands-on trainings, and connect with a thriving community dedicated to shaping the next wave of digital transformation. Get details online.

Saturday, April 19 from 9am to noon
Native Plant Workday at Everglades Visitor Center
Every other month on a Saturday morning, volunteers from the Florida Native Plant Society's Dade Chapter (and friends) maintain the native landscape around the Ernest F. Coe Visitor Center (the Florida City entrance), the first habitat many visitors encounter up close in the park. This is mainly intended to recreate pine rockland, but there are areas of hammock and wetland edge. The group weeds, prunes, cleans up, and answers questions from visitors. Get details online.

Saturday, April 19 at 10am
Rain Barrel Workshop
The UF/IFAS Miami Dade Urban Horticulture Program comes to the Cybrarium to teach how to conserve water in your garden -- safely and successfully harvest rainwater for future use in your home landscape. The workshop itself is free, and attendees have the option to separately purchase a rain barrel. Get details online.

Sat/Sun, April 19–20 from 10am to 4pm
Zoo-Con
Attend an event which combines the thrill of trading card collecting with the wonder of wildlife, at Zoo Miami. Meet fellow collectors, trade your duplicates, and discover rare finds. Get details online.

Saturday, April 19 from 10am to 5pm
Farmer's Market at Zoo Miami
Engage with local vendors as you explore Zoo Miami. The market takes place in the promenade leading up to the zoo gates every month during the first and third Saturdays and Sundays. Get details online.

Saturday, April 19 at 7:30pm
Expressions Dance Company - An Evening Of Dance
Expressions Dance Company invites the public to their annual Springtime special event -- An Evening of Dance at Seminole Theatre, featuring talented young dancers, ages ten to eighteen, from the South Dade area. Get details online.

Sunday, April 20 from 10am to 7pm
Celebrate Easter Sunday with Gourmet Specials at Schnebly Winery
Visit Schnebly Redland’s Winery for a festive Easter Sunday with a specially curated gourmet menu by Chef Adrian. Guests can enjoy standout dishes such as Guava French Toast, Swordfish with Truffle Mash, and the signature Prime Rib with Chorizo Mash and Creamed Spinach with drink specials including unlimited mimosas, beermosas, and sangrias in tropical flavors like mango, lychee, guava, and more. Celebrate Easter with great food, wine, and family in a beautiful tropical setting. Get details and RSVP online.

Sunday, April 20 from 4pm to close
Sunday Country Night at Miami Brewing Company
Dancing, DJs & Ice-Cold Beer -- Round out your weekend with Sunday Country Night at Miami Brewing Company, starting at 4pm. Enjoy line dancing to the sounds of DJ ILLMANIK or DanceSmithProduction in a lively, welcoming atmosphere. Arrive early to enjoy half-off beer flights from 12 to 3pm -- the perfect way to sample local craft brews before hitting the dance floor. $10 entry for everyone. Get details online.

Sunday, April 20 at 6:50pm
Pride & Prejudice at Evo Theatre
Adapted from Jane Austen’s timeless masterwork, Pride & Prejudice brings a modern sensibility to one of the greatest love stories of all time. When Elizabeth Bennet (Keira Knightley) meets the handsome Mr. Darcy (Mathew Macfadyen), she believes he is the last man on earth she could ever marry. But as their lives become intertwined, she finds herself captivated by the very person she swore to loathe for all eternity. It is a classic tale of love and misunderstanding that sparkles with romance, wit, and emotional force. Get details online.

Monday, April 21 at 6:30pm
Redland Community Council - Comprehensive Development Plan hearing
The event takes place at William F. Dickinson Community Center, 1601 North Krome Avenue in Homestead. The following applications will be discussed: CDMP20240009; CDMP20240016; CDMP20240017. Call 305-375-2835. Get details online. 

Tuesday, April 22 at 6pm
Dungeons & Dragons Club
Go on a quest during a game of Dungeons & Dragons, a fantasy tabletop role-playing game full of obstacles, monsters, and adventure. This event is for adults. Get details online.

Tuesday, April 22 at 7:30pm
Nocturnal Tour at Fruit & Spice Park
Vist the Fruit & Spice Park for a unique and unforgettable experience -- explore the park under the stars. This nocturnal tour will take you on a journey through the park's lush gardens, where you'll discover a variety of exotic fruits, spices, and plants. As you stroll through the park, you'll be able to sample some of the park's delicious fruits and spices. You'll also learn about the park's history and the many different cultures that have influenced its development. Get details online.

Wednesday, April 23 at 5pm
Anime Club: "Look Back" Movie Watch Party
Visit the Cybrarium for a watch party with the film "Look Back," created by the same author/illustrator as Chainsaw Man. This event is for ages 13–26. Get details online.

Wednesday, April 23 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 23 at 7pm
In The Heights at Seminole Theater
The Somerset Academy Charter High Visual and Performing Arts Academy's Stallion Theatre Department welcomes the public to a special performance of In The Heights at Seminole Theatre. It's a universal story of a vibrant community in New York’s Washington Heights neighborhood -- a place where the coffee from the corner bodega is light and sweet, the windows are always open and the breeze carries the rhythm of three generations of music. It’s a community on the brink of change, full of hopes, dreams and pressures, where the biggest struggles can be deciding which traditions you take with you, and which ones you leave behind. Get details online.

Thursday, April 24 from 9am to sunset
2025 Warbirds and Classics at AMPS Silver Field
Radio Control airplane enthusiasts with warbirds and golden era planes will gather at AMPS field (20024 Richmond Drive) over the weekend to share the fun and excitement of radio controlled model flights. Includes Saturday lunch. Get details online.

Thursday, April 24 at 11:30am
South Dade Small Business Academy: Networking with Non-Profits
The event takes place at The IDEA Center, 500 College Terrace, Bldg C in Room C303 in Homestead. Get details online.

Thursday, April 24 at 7pm
Sneak Preview of Pink Floyd at Pompeii - MCMLXXII - IMAX
Don't miss a new restoration of this timeless Pink Floyd Performance in 4K IMAX under the new title Pink Floyd at Pompeii – MCMLXXII. Set in the hauntingly beautiful ruins of the ancient Roman Amphitheatre in Pompeii, Italy, this unique film captures Pink Floyd performing an intimate concert with additional rare behind-the-scenes footage of the band beginning work on The Dark Side of the Moon at Abbey Road Studios. Get details and purchase advance tickets 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.

Floral Works Of Art
Soroa Orchids - Live Orchid Arrangements
Providing live orchid arrangements to some of the most exclusive hotels and condominiums in south Florida for over 30 years, Soroa Orchids great advantage is the ability to select among the best orchids from over 30,000 square feet of greenhouses, with carefully crafted floral works of art, paying special attention to every detail -- color, balance, composition, and the use of unique decorative containers. Count on Soroa to design a variety of arrangements that will blend with any space and environment -- delivering the very best when it matters most. Located at 25750 SW 177th Ave (Krome). Call 305-898-3182. Get details online.