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

Atlas Grinding and Recycling on Quail Roost is a resource recovery management facility for any type of vegetation that can be recycled into mulch, compost and soils

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Redland scenic photo illustrations © Robin and Robert Burr.

Friday, August 1 is National Girlfriend Day, a time to celebrate relationships and appreciate companionship.

Friday, August 1, the first Friday in August, is National Beer Day, celebrating the art and science of brewing beer and encouraging people to discover new varieties of beer.

Saturday, August 2, the first Saturday in August, is National Jamaican Patty Day, celebrating the delicious turnover-style pastry associated with spicy Jamaican cuisine.

Sunday, August 3, is Sisters Day, honoring the strong bond that people share with their sisters, celebrated on the first Sunday in August.

Monday, August 4 is the birthday of the US Coast Guard. The Coast Guard traces its roots to the small fleet of vessels maintained by the United States Department of the Treasury beginning in the 1790s to enforce tariffs. Secretary of the Treasury Alexander Hamilton lobbied Congress to fund the construction of ten cutters, which it did on August 4, 1790.

Monday, August 4 is National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day, so make your favorite chocolate chip cookies, and throw some extra chocolate chips into the mix to share with family and friends.

Thursday, August 7 is Purple Heart Day, a solemn occasion to pay respects to fallen soldiers, to listen to the stories of soldiers and veterans, and to thank them for their service to the nation.

Thursday, August 7 is the anniversary of the infamous attack on Indian Key by Seminole Chief Chekika in 1840 in which Dr. Henry Perrine, among others on the island, was killed. His legacy as the leading proponent of tropical agricultural experimentation in South Florida lives on.

Saturday, August 9 is Book Lovers Day, honoring all the bookworms and book lovers in your life. Treat yourself to some quality reading time.

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.

Starting August 1
August BOGO Admission at Fruit & Spice Park
This August, make the most of your visit to Fruit & Spice Park with their month-long Buy-One-Get-One-Free Admission offer. Purchase one regular admission and receive a second admission of equal or lesser value for free. Whether you're bringing a friend or exploring the park with family, it’s the perfect opportunity to enjoy the beauty and bounty of this amazing garden together. For more information, call the Fruit and Spice Park at 305-247-5727. Get details online.

Colonel Bill's
Professional Résumé Writing Service
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Limited Availability
Banganapalli Indian Mangos at Robert Is Here
A rare South Indian variety, Banganapalli Mangoes are available for a short time at Robert Is Here Fruit Stand and Farm. Enjoy the rich, naturally sweet taste of these locally grown mangoes, known for their smooth texture, low fiber, and bold flavor. Grown with care on local farms, they're perfect for fresh eating or blending into your favorite treats. Get details online.

Thursday, July 31 at 6pm
Art Exhibition Reception - Diane Lary at ETC
ETC Gallery presents an opening reception for watercolor artist Diane Lary featuring artwork from this respected "Outpost Artist." ETC Gallery is located at 257 North Krome in downtown Homestead. Call 786-283-2437. Get details on Instagram.

Thursday, July 31 at 6pm
Art in Public Places - Mural Unveiling
Celebrate art in Homestead with the unveiling of two stunning new murals at Losner Park. Created by acclaimed artists AJ Davis and Kenny Maguire, the murals are the latest addition to the City of Homestead’s Art in Public Places Initiative, which integrates murals, sculptures, and other installations into shared spaces to foster cultural pride, civic engagement, and a deeper connection to Homestead’s unique identity. Get details online.

Thursday, July 31 at 6pm
Health Emergency Life Protection (HELP)
The Health Emergency Life Protection (HELP) course by Miami Dade Fire Rescue EMS Outreach will give individuals the skills to take immediate action to help victims of medical emergencies while responders are on the way. HELP teaches the basic lifesaving skills of adult and pediatric hands-only CPR, early stroke recognition, stopping the bleed, and blocked airway emergencies for adults, children, and infants. This course includes an interactive lecture and hands-on skills education to make it informational, applicable and enjoyable for all attendees. This event is being hosted by the City of Homestead at William B. Dickinson Community Center, 1601 North Krome Avenue. Get details online.

Thursday, July 31 at 6:30pm
Understanding ADHD
At the Naranja Library, parents are introduced to Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and will learn about the diagnostic process, effective treatment and ways to support children and adolescents after diagnosis. Call 305-242-2290 or email: gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. Ages 19 years and older. Get details online.

Thursday, July 31 at 8:10pm
The Naked Gun
Only one man has the particular set of skills... to lead Police Squad and save the world. Lt. Frank Drebin Jr. (Liam Neeson) follows in his father's footsteps in The Naked Gun, directed by Akiva Schaffer and from producer Seth MacFarlane. Joining the case are cast Pamela Anderson, Paul Walter Hauser, CCH Pounder, Kevin Durand, Cody Rhodes, Liza Koshy, Eddie Yu, with Danny Huston. Get details online.

Fri/Sat/Sun, August 1–3 from 10am to 5pm
Hot Colors at Cool Prices - Soroa Orchids
Choose from Perreirara Jungle Star; Vanda V. M. V. Tannis; Epidendrum Hokulea; Spathoglottis gracilis; Brassocattleya Morning Glory; assorted Dendrobiums and more at Soroa Orchids, 25750 SW 177 Ave. Call 305-247-2566. Get details online.

Friday, August 1 from noon to 10pm
Wine Tastings at Schnebly Redland’s Winery
Schnebly Winery offers guided wine tastings daily, inviting guests to explore its selection of tropical fruit wines in a unique South Florida setting. Each tasting includes five wines of your choice and a souvenir glass to take home. Featured varieties include guava, lychee, passion fruit, and more. Wine tastings are available seven days a week. The cost is $30 per person (gratuity included). No reservation required for groups under 10. Get details and purchase tickets online.

Friday, August 1 at 3:30pm
The Garfield Movie at Cybrarium
Based on the comic strip Garfield by Jim Davis, the animated film features Chris Pratt as the voice of Garfield, alongside a cast including Samuel L. Jackson, Hannah Waddingham, and others. Garfield is an obese, sedentary, orange tabby cat who lives a pampered lifestyle with his beagle dog sidekick, Odie, and their owner, Jon Arbuckle. One night, while getting a midnight snack, Garfield and Odie are abducted by an obese dog named Roland, a skinny naked dog named Nolan, and a bird named Barry. Garfield and Odie are rescued by Vic, Garfield's estranged father, whom he resents for abandoning him in an alley as a kitten. Jinx, a deranged Persian cat with a grudge against Vic, arrives seeking revenge for being left behind during a milk heist at Lactose Farms. She offers to forgive Vic if he, Garfield, and Odie steal a large quantity of milk as compensation for her imprisonment, while Roland and Nolan watch closely. Get details online.

Friday, August 1 at 8pm
Beetlejuice Jr. at Seminole Theatre
Enjoy the Broadway Junior adaptation of the hit musical Beetlejuice at the Seminole Theatre. The ghost-with-the-most comes to the stage in this frightfully funny musical based on the beloved motion picture turned Broadway phenomenon. Lydia Deetz is a strange and unusual teenager, still grieving the loss of her mother and obsessed with the whole "being dead thing." When she and her father move into a haunted house, she meets Beetlejuice—a mischievous demon with a zest for life. Get details online.

Saturday, August 2 from 9am to 1pm
NASCAR Give Back at the Track
Participate in one of Homestead-Miami Speedway’s most popular philanthropic events -- Give Back At The Track offers guests the rare opportunity to drive around the 1.5-mile oval in their own, personal vehicle -- and all for a good cause. Drivers experience the picturesque setting of Homestead-Miami Speedway and its unique progressive banking as they run laps around the track that has seen so many historical moments in NASCAR annals. Guests can take their street-legal vehicles around the oval following behind the official Homestead-Miami Speedway pace car, a Ford Mustang Shelby. Three different packages are available, and participants can purchase as many as they would like. Get details online.

Saturday, August 2 at 10am
Zoo-Con for Trading Card Collectors
Combining the thrill of trading card collecting with the wonder of wildlife, Zoo Con at Zoo Miami presents a vibrant marketplace filled with vendors showcasing a variety of trading cards -- from Pokemon, TCG to much much more. Meet fellow collectors, trade your duplicates, and discover rare finds. Get details online.

Saturday, August 2 from 10am to 4pm
Fruiting Season at Fruit & Spice Park
Step into the most vibrant and flavorful time of year at Fruit & Spice Park -- Fruiting Season is here. In August, nearly the entire living collection of over 500 varieties of tropical fruits, herbs, spices, and nuts reaches its peak, offering an unforgettable sensory experience. It’s a rare opportunity to witness the park in full bloom, with fruit-laden trees and flourishing plant life around every corner. Get details online.

Saturday, August 2 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, August 2 at 10:30am
Butterfly Hike at Castellow Hammock
Explore the enchanting world of butterflies with Miami EcoAdventures. Join a knowledgeable naturalist to discover the delicate beauty and astounding biodiversity of this urban forest hammock. Learn to identify butterflies, witness their up-close encounters, and discover their unique features and natural history. Get details online.

Saturday August 2 at 10:30am
Mango Specialty Tour
Experience the flavors of summer on board the Fruit and Spice Park's specialty mango tasting tour. Explore their diverse mango collection with guidance from park naturalists. Taste and experience five different and unique varieties, each with its own story, texture, and flavor profile. Get details online.

Saturday, August 2 from 11am to 5pm
Beach and Waterslides at Larry And Penny Thompson
Discover 270 acres of natural South Florida woodland, bike trails, hiking paths, and a freshwater lake with its own beach that operates seasonally. The big attraction for kids and families is the waterslides, recently renovated. There are nine picnic shelters available for rent. Get details online.

Saturday, August 2 at 11am
Building a Financial Foundation
This workshop at Cybrarium focuses on how to build a strong financial foundation, introduces the concept of controlling debt, discusses managed growth strategies, and provides an overview of how to better understand taxes. Presented by independent health insurance representative Frantz Theodore. The events is for adults. Get details online.

Saturday, August 2 from noon to 3pm
Beer Flight Weekends at Miami Brewing Company
Miami Brewing Company offers a weekend beer flight experience every Saturday and Sunday from noon to 3pm. Guests receive four 4 oz pours of house-brewed beers of their choice, plus a full pint of their favorite selection to finish. Each flight also includes a souvenir glass to take home. All beers are brewed onsite at the Miami Brewing Co. taproom using local and tropical ingredients. Cost is $10 per person. Get details online.

Saturday, August 2 from 4 to 6pm
Meet & Greet at Homestead Air Base
The South Dade Chamber of Commerce Military Affairs Committee (SDCC-MAC), is thrilled to extend a warm invitation to a special Meet & Greet event at Homestead Air Reserve Base (HARB). This gathering, at Homestead Air Reserve Base Falcon's Nest, 29242 Coral Sea Boulevard, is dedicated to honoring and celebrating the local military community. Get details online.

Sunday, August 3 from 10am to 4pm
Back-2-School Attendance Giveaway
Celebrate the end of summer and the start of a new school year with the Back-2-School Raffle at Fruit & Spice Park. All children who visit the park through August 8 have the chance to enter into a raffle. Each visit earns one raffle entry -- so the more visits, the more chances to win. At the end of the giveaway period, three lucky winners will be randomly selected to receive exciting Back-2-School prizes. Get details online.

Sunday, August 3 at 2pm
Photography Club: Portfolio Share In-Person
Share your work with fellow photography club members and friends at Cybrarium. All ages are welcome. Get details online.

Monday, August 4
Sketch
When 10-year-old Amber’s comically dark drawings start coming to life, her small town descends into chaos. Now, her family must face Amber’s living nightmares head-on before her creations destroy everything. Starring Tony Hale and Darcy Carden. Get details online.

Monday, August 4 at 7pm
South Florida Palm Society
The SFPS meets on the first Monday of every even-numbered month at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden in Coral Gables. The guest speaker will be Dr. Brett Jestrow, Director of Collections at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden. He will tell us all about Curating the Plants of Fairchild: Why We Grow What We Grow. Admission is free and open to the general public. 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, August 5 at 5:30pm
Inkwell Writers' Workshop
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, August 6 at 11am
Creative Crochet: Helping Hands
Express your creativity and help others as you crochet mats out of repurposed plastic bags for people experiencing homelessness. Don't know how to crochet? You will learn the basics, and you're also welcome to work on personal projects. Call Country Walk Library at 786-293-4577 or email: imbimbog@mdpls.org. All ages are welcome. Get details online.

Thursday, August 7 at 8:30am
Agriculture Finance Workshop
Attend a free, hands-on workshop designed for farmers and ranchers at 18710 SW 288 Street, covering important business topics such as taxes, record keeping, and preparing to meet with a lender. Attendees will also receive direct support with FSA loan paperwork. While the workshop is free to attend, registration is required. Get details online.

Thursday, August 7 at 6pm
Homestead CERT Emergency Training
The City of Homestead is calling on residents to Be Ready, Be CERTified, as it relaunches its Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training, a hands-on course designed to empower the public with life-saving skills for use in times of crisis. Conducted by Miami-Dade County Emergency Management, this free training covers disaster response, fire safety, basic medical aid, search and rescue, and more -- ensuring participants are ready to support their families and neighborhoods when professional responders are not immediately available. The training will take place every Thursday evening at William F. Dickinson Community Center from August 7 through September 18. Get details and register online.

Thursday, August 7 at 6pm
Public Information - New Express Bus
The Miami-Dade County Department of Transportation & Public Works is conducting a public information session at Naranja Library to share information about the new express bus system that will operate on the South Dade TransitWay. Call 305-242-2290 or email: gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. All ages are welcome. Get details online.

Thursday, August 7 at 6:30pm
Full Moon Yoga at Deering Estate
The Full Moon Yoga series by Zamanta at the Deering Estate provides an opportunity to enjoy the sunset and end of the day while welcoming the full moon at one of the most beautiful settings on Biscayne Bay. Get details online.

Thursday, August 14 at 6:30pm
Wild Tales With Ron Magill
Zoo Miami's Florida Room is the location for Ron Magill's new presentation, Wild Tales Australia: A Photographic Journey. As Zoo Miami’s Communications Director and Nikon Ambassador, Rob travels widely to study wild animals and their environments, sharing his mission of wildlife conservation and his exceptional photography. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to see Australia through the eyes of one of the most passionate storytellers in wildlife conservation today. Get details online.

Friday, August 15 at 7pm
Movies in the Park: Despicable Me 4
Bring the family to Losner Park in Downtown Homestead for Movie Night featuring Despicable Me 4. Gru welcomes a new member to the family, Gru Jr., who's intent on tormenting his dad. However, their peaceful existence soon comes crashing down when criminal mastermind Maxime Le Mal escapes from prison and vows revenge against Gru. Get details online.

Sunday, August 31 from 6pm to midnight
Kickin' It Country at Miccosukee Casino
Kick up your boots this Labor Day weekend with line dancing, bull riding, craft cocktails, and Southern comfort food at the Miccosukee Casino, 500 Southwest 177th Avenue. Get details online.

Don't Panic
Bee Removal Service
When a swarm of bees appears on your property, don't panic. Call Roger Blanco to remove and relocate the bees to a proper hive where they can continue to pollinate local flowering trees and plants important to our local environment. From Islamorada to Miami, professional bee removal is just a phone call away. Call Roger Blanco: 786-376-7002. Get details online.

Outdoor Weekend Fun
Visit Redland Equestrian Center
Bring the family to the 17 acre Redland Equestrian Center for farm and horse tours and horseback riding tours -- open at 10am everyday by pre-paid reservation. Kids will love a day outside on the farm with pony and horse lead rides, the petting farm, the butterfly garden, the shady oak tree hammock and the lychee grove. Reserve your agricultural learning events for school, company or birthday. Enjoy a photography session with horses and other animals. Redland Equestrian Center is the largest and oldest equestrian center in the area -- a great place for horse boarding and training, since 1999. Call 786-650-6173. Get details and RSVP online.

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A big thank you to all of our Redland View sponsors for helping us highlight these special events in the countryside -- and thanks to our Redland View readers for your continued interest in these delightful cultural opportunities.

Robert and Robin Burr