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

Latvian-American eccentric Edward Leedskalnin is a local legend for creating his unusual Coral Castle oolite limestone structures

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Redland scenic photo illustrations © Robin and Robert Burr.

Sunday, May 11, the second Sunday of May, is Mother's Day. Established essentially by two women, Julia Ward Howe and Anna Jarvis, it's a traditional time to honor mothers, grandmothers, mothers-in-law, and all motherly figures.

Monday, May 12 is International Nurses Day, recognizing all nursing professionals for their contributions and commitment to quality health care.

Monday, May 12 is Limerick Day, celebrating the birthday of English artist, illustrator, author, and poet Edward Lear (1812-1888) and Limerick poems, popularized by Lear in 1846 in his Book of Nonsense. There once was a girl from Nantucket...

Thursday, May 15 is Peace Officers Memorial Day and Police Week is an observance in the United States that pays tribute to the local, state, and federal peace officers who have died, or who have been disabled, in the line of duty.

Thursday, May 15 is Chocolate Chip Day, celebrating Ruth Wakefield's delicious delicacy created at the Toll House Inn in Whitman, Massachusetts.

Now Accepting Registrations
La Plume Young Writers' Contest
All Miami-Dade students in grades 3 to 12 are invited to submit their story this summer to the La Plume Young Writers' Contest. Please register before May 31. In each level (Elementary, Middle School, High School) a Grand Prize, 1st, 2nd and 3rd Place is granted, plus Honorary, Achievement and Encouragement awards. Grand Prize winners have their original manuscript published as a book. Grand Prize and 1st Place winners each have a video clip made on an excerpt of their story. Get details and register online.

Now through Sunday from 10am to 5pm
Mothers Day Orchid Arrangements at Soroa
Discover great discounts on orchids -- Cattleyas, Vandas, Oncidiums and more at Soroa Orchids, 25750 SW 177th Ave, with orchid arrangements starting at $25. Find great deals on orchid supplies, decorative containers, rare species and selected plants from their private collection on limited quantities. Enter the free raffle to win a special Mothers Day orchid arrangement valued at $250. No purchase necessary. Call 305-247-2566. Get details online.

Registration Now Open
Homestead 2025 Summer Camp for Kids
Get ready for a summer of fun, learning, and adventure as The City of Homestead welcomes children ages 6 to 14 to the 2025 Summer Camp at the William F. Dickinson Community Center. Running from June 9 through August 1, this 8-week program is designed to spark creativity, build friendships, and keep young minds engaged with hands-on activities in STEM, environmental exploration, career enrichment, exciting field trips, and more. Get details online.

Friday, May 9 at 10am
Computers 101 with Senior Tech Connect
Learn computing basics with Senior Tech Connect, a tech-education firm helping older adults learn digital tools. Laptops will be provided, but you are welcome to bring your own, if you prefer. Get details online.

Friday, May 9 at 10am
Plein Air Painting Meet Ups
Join Artist-in-Residence Andres Cabrera-Garcia for a weekly meetup at the Deering Estate to paint en plein air. Cabrera-Garcia will provide multiple demonstrations as well as personal coaching to help you use observational skills to portray the variety of cultural and natural resources on the Estate. Get details online.

Friday, May 9 at 3pm
Cybrarium's Got Talent Auditions
If you want to perform in the Cybrarium's Got Talent show this summer, here's your chance to audition and show your unique skills. Whether it's singing, dancing, playing an instrument, or solving a Rubik's cube, show off what you've got. Performances must be family-friendly. All ages are welcome. Get details online.

Friday, May 9 at 6pm
AEDAP Health and Haitian Heritage Celebration
Seminole Theatre will host the 6th Annual Association of Exchange and Development of Activities & Partnerships event, promoting health and celebrating Haitian culture. Get details online.

Friday, May 9 at 7pm
Everglades Amateur Radio Club
The members of the Everglades Amateur Radio Club meet each month on the Second Friday at South Dade Agricultural Center, with programs for HAM radio operators and friends. Get details online.

Saturday, May 10 at 7:30am
Morning Bird Walk at Deering Estate
Meet at the Deering Estate Visitor Center, 16701 SW 72nd Avenue, for an opportunity to watch ibises, herons, egrets and other shorebirds in and around the shallow coastal waters. Get details online.

Saturday, May 10 from 10am to 3pm
Adoption Event at Zoo Miami
Visit Zoo Miami to enjoy an outdoor experience and meet pets available for adoption. Take home your perfect furry friend. 6-8 dogs from Doral will be looking for their forever home. All Miami-Dade County pet adoptions include vaccinations, microchip, sterilization and rabies tag for Miami-Dade county residents. Get details online.

Saturday, May 10 from 11am to 1pm
Petals & Pours Workshop at Cauley Square
Attend an interactive workshop at the beautiful Cauley Square Historic Village to create stunning floral arrangements while sipping on drinks. This in-person event is perfect for flower enthusiasts and anyone looking to unleash their creative side. Get details online.

Saturday, May 10 from noon to 4pm
3rd Annual History Collaborative - Goulds Heritage Survey
Share your stories of the farm fields, packing houses and other places that connect with the agricultural heritage of our communities in support of this year’s Migrant Farmworker Context Study. The Goulds Heritage Resource Survey is available online. For more information, contact Tamara McDonald, J.D. - Historic Preservation Specialist in the Office of Historic Preservation at Miami-Dade County. Call 305-375-2836 or email: Tamara.McDonald@miamidade.gov. Free History Miami Museum passes are available for the first 25 attendees. Get details and submit your form online.

Saturday, May 10 from 1 to 4pm
Mother's Day Sangria Tasting
This Mother’s Day, enjoy a unique flavorful experience at the Fruit & Spice Park’s exclusive Sangria Tasting event. Nestled in the heart of Miami’s lush botanical gardens, this event offers the perfect way to celebrate the special women in your life with a refreshing twist. Spend the afternoon sipping on a curated selection of sangrias, each one crafted using fresh fruits that highlight the vibrant flavors of the season. From traditional red and white sangrias to exciting tropical variations, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Get details online.

Saturday, May 10 at 3pm
Exhibit Reception: To Be Dwellers With This Land
An opening reception for To Be Dwellers With This Land -- which consists of printed silk embroidered images by Deering Estate Artist-in-Residence Pangea Kali Virga -- will be held in the Garden Room at the Richmond Cottage. Get details online.

Saturday, May 10 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.

Saturday, May 10 at 4pm
Artists' Block: Build a Terrarium
Create your own terrarium. Using moss, soil, and decorations, create your own miniature world. Supplies will be provided. Ages 15 and older. Get details online.

Saturday, May 10 at 7pm
Moon Meditation at Patch of Heaven
May brings the Flower Moon, named for the wildflowers the burst into bloom in the North America this time of year. Additionally, it may be known as the Planting Moon or Milk Moon, depending on the region or cultural tradition. As part of the Radical Partners 10 Days of Connection, Patch of Heaven Sanctuary is switching things up for their Monthly Twilight Full Moon Forest Bath and offering a Moon Meditation Community Reconnection Experience. Get details online.

Saturday, May 10 at 7:30pm
Stargazing Night at the Fruit & Spice Park
As the full moon rises on this magical night, visit the Fruit & Spice Park for a vibrant, enchanting atmosphere perfect for stargazing. Explore the incredible variety of tropical fruits, and learn about the wonders of the Flower Moon in the night sky and relax under the stars. It’s a night of natural beauty, tranquility, and celestial wonder. Call 305-247-5727. Get details online.

Saturday May 10 at 8pm
Dance Open America Artistic Award Gala
This year’s Grand Prix Dance Open America Artistic Award Gala will be a spectacular performance in honor of the legendary Natalia Makarova, one of the greatest ballerinas of all time -- a towering figure in the world of ballet. Get details online.

Saturday, May 10 at 9:30pm
Stars & Stripes Line Dance Competition at Miami Brewing Co.
SoFlo Line Dancing and Dance Smith Productions present the Stars & Stripes Line Dance Competition at Miami Brewing Company, 30205 SW 217 Avenue. Get details and register online.

Sunday, May 11 from 1 to 8pm
Mother’s Day On The Ranch
Treat Mom to a sumptuous Caribbean-style 4-course fine dining experience, crafted with organic seasonings from the farm while listening to a soothing mix of live music, including reggaeton, reggae, Latino, country, jazz, and rhythm & blues. Circle D Ranch is located at 21941 SW 250th Street. Get details online.

Tuesday, May 13 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 Gus Diamond, manager of the Heritage Park Micro Apiary in Plantation. Honeybees are critical to the pollination of our tropical environment. Learn about how you can participate. All are welcome. Get details online.

Wednesday, May 14 at 4pm
All Hands on Tech
Participate in hands-on creative projects featuring robotics, electronics, coding, engineering and art. Call the Naranja Library at 305-242-2290 or email: gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. Ages 8 to 18 yers old. Get details online.

Wednesday, May 14 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, May 14 at 7pm
Hurry Up Tomorrow Fan Event
An insomniac musician encounters a mysterious stranger, leading to a journey that challenges everything he knows about himself. Get details online.

Thursday, May 15 from 9am to noon
FarmShare Free Grocery Giveaway
Food distribution begins at Homestead Middle School, 650 NW 2nd Avenue at 9am. Drive through only. Call the school at 305-247-4221. Ranked as the #1 Food Bank in America, FarmShare has a mission to make sure that no Floridian goes hungry and no food goes to waste, especially fresh healthy fruits and vegetables. The never charge any organization or individual for food. Get details online.

Thursday, May 15 from 5:30 to 7:30pm
South Dade Chamber After Hours
Attend this networking event to provide Chamber members and the South Dade Business Community a platform and opportunity to share information and join efforts to prepare for the upcoming Golf Tournament and 110th Anniversary Celebration. Get details online.

Friday, May 16 from 5:30 to 7:30
HCA Celebration of the Arts
Homestead Center for the Arts (HCA) invites the public to a reception at the Homestead Woman's Club with light refreshments to meet local artists and talk with HCA civic group members, like the East Everglades Orchid Society, the Camera Club, Lamplighters Writers Group and more. The association will also present three annual scholarships to deserving students and recognize outstanding HCA volunteers. To RSVP before Monday, May 12, please call Charlie Hudson at 305-230-9572 or send email: charlie@charliehudson.net. This is a free event and the public is invited. 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.

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.

Nancy O'Brien - Florida's Number One Realtor
Living The Good Life in the Countryside
Are you ready to enjoy the serenity of living in the countryside? Discover a wonderland of delightful country estates and magnificent homes in the Redland region -- only minutes away from the city -- and a world away from the crowds. Nobody knows the Redland region better than Florida's number one realtor: Nancy O'Brien of The Keyes Company. Call 305-632-2355. Get details online.