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

certified horticulturists, the Redland Brothers ornamental plant wholesale nursery on SW 152 Avenue features foxtail ferns, bougainvillea, small leaf clusia and areca palms

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Redland scenic photo illustrations © Robin and Robert Burr.

October is American Cheese Month, so try to adding some American cheese to everything (yes, everything).

Thursday, October 2 is Yom Kippur on the tenth day of the month of Tishrei in the Hebrew calendar, an opportunity to atone for sins and pray for forgiveness.

Friday, October 3 is the traditional end of the German Oktoberfest, signifying the day the beer finally ran dry at the original celebration.

Saturday, October 4 celebrates the Feast of St Francis of Assisi. Pets are blessed on St. Francis’ feast day because of his love for animals as expressed in his Canticle of Creatures in the Christian doctrine.

Saturday, October 4 is Taco Day, celebrating the simple pleasure of a tortilla filled with beef, chicken, vegetables, pork or seafood and served with cheese, cilantro or onions as garnish. Don't forget your favorite hot sauce.

Monday, October 6, the first Monday in October, is Child Health Day, via presidential proclamation to observe exercises to stimulate or increase people’s awareness of the need for a year-round program to protect and develop children’s health in the United States.

Monday, October 6 is German American Day, to honor the 300th anniversary of German-American immigration and culture into the United States.

Thursday, October 9 is Leif Erikson Day, Columbus Day and Discoverer's Day, celebrating the spirit of exploration and discovery. It's also Indigenous People's Day, celebrating and honoring indigenous American peoples and commemorating their histories and cultures.

Save The Date
Saturday, November 1 at 6pm
One Night in the Tropics 2025
The University of Floridas Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) Tropical Research and Education Center invites you to attend their annual One Night In The Tropics fundraiser at 18905 SW 280 Street. The event is hosted on the first Saturday in November, which is recognized as Farmers Month in Miami-Dade County. Enjoy good food, great music and dancing, and the company of UF/IFAS TREC's world-class scientists amid tropical fruit-filled groves and ornamental plants. For more information, contact Monique Scoggin at 786-217-9226 or get details online. 

Emergency Management
Homestead Hurricane Season Information & Preparedness
Keep this link handy for details about preparing for Hurricane Season in the Homestead area. The online Hurricane Handbook, the Elderly and Disabled Program, tips on generator safety and much more are within easy reach. Get details online.

Thursday, October 2 at 3:30pm
Junior Environmental Rangers Club
Learn about the ecosystems found in South Florida's Everglades National Park, Big Cypress Preserve, and Biscayne National Park. Participants will have the opportunity to earn a park badge. Registration required. Presented by Sports Konnect. Call the Naranja Library at 305-242-2290 or email: gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. Ages 6 to 11 years old. Get details online.

Thursday, October 2 at 6pm
Conversations with the Community Townhall Meeting
Attend an engaging townhall meeting at the Audubon Villages of Homestead Clubhouse -- a fantastic opportunity to connect with your community, share your thoughts, and voice your opinions at this town hall event. Get details online.

Thursday, October 2 at 7:10pm
The Smashing Machine
The solo directorial debut of Bennie Safdie, The Smashing Machine follows former MMA/UFC champion Mark Kerr's career peak during the "no-holds-bar era of UFC" in 2000. Get details online.

Friday, October 3 at 10am
Identity Theft Protection
Nearly a third of adults in this country have been victims of identity theft. Learn how to protect your identity and reduce your risk at Cybrarium. Presented by independent health insurance representative Frantz Theodore. Get details online.

Friday, October 3 from 5 to 10pm
Wine Tasting and Tour at Schnebly Redland’s Winery
Schnebly Redland’s Winery offers a combined guided tour and tasting experience that highlights the estate, production process, and tropical fruit wines. The experience includes a 30 to 45 minute guided tour of the winery facilities, a tasting of five Schnebly wines from a curated selection of exotic tropical varieties, and a souvenir tasting glass to take home. Guests also receive an overview of the Schnebly family history and the winemaking process from fruit to bottle. Reservations are recommended. Guests must be 21 or older to participate in the tasting. Get details and RSVP online.

Friday, October 3 at 7pm
Moonlight Kayak Tour at Deering Estate
Take a Moonlight Kayak Tour through Biscayne Bay beneath the Hunter's Moon. Tours depart from Charles Deering’s boat basin and paddle out towards Chicken Key, a seven-acre mangrove island and bird rookery approximately one mile offshore. Get details online.

Friday, October 3 at 9:50pm
IMAX 3D - Avatar: The Way Of Water
Set more than a decade after the events of the first film, Avatar The Way of Water begins to tell the story of the Sully family (Jake, Neytiri and their kids), the trouble that follows them, the lengths they go to keep each other safe, the battles they fight to stay alive and the tragedies they endure. Get details online.

Saturday, October 4 from 10am to 3pm
Adoption Event at Zoo Miami
Visit Zoo Miami to meet available pets for adoption and take home your perfect furry friend. Several dogs from Doral will be looking for their forever home at unbeatable prices of $65 for dogs over 4 months and $85 for puppies under 4 months. All pet adoptions include vaccinations, microchip, sterilization. Get details online.

Saturday, October 4 at 10am
Homework Help and Tutoring at the Library
Certified teachers meet with small groups of students in one-hour sessions to provide homework help and tutoring in reading, math, and science at Naranja Library. Students are encouraged to bring homework material or school assignments for assistance in specific subject areas. This free service is available to all students in grades K-12. For more information, contact tutoring@mdpls.org, call 305-375-1413, or visit www.mdpls.org/tutor. Funded in part by The Children's Trust. Get details online.

Saturday, October 4 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 and RSVP online.

Saturday, October 4 at 4pm
Artists' Block: Halloween Resin Pendants
Get into spooky season to create your own Halloween-themed pendants and jewelry at Cybrarium. Supplies are provided. Ages 15 and older. Get details online.

Saturday, October 4 from 5 to 10pm
Miami-Dade District 9 Senior Mardi Gras Gala
Enjoy a night of fun, music, and dancing at the District 9 Senior Mardi Gras Gala -- the ultimate party for our seniors, organized by Commissioner Kionne McGhee at Joe Demps Park, 11350 SW 216 Street. Cocktails server from 5 to 6pm, followed by gala and dinner. Get details online.

Saturday, October 4 from 6:30 to 9:30pm
Twilight at Patch - Full Moon Forest Bath
Slip out of the city and into this sanctuary of stillness -- where moonlight guides your path and the forest holds space for your breath at Patch of Heaven Sanctuary, gathering beneath October’s Harvest Moon. Get details online.

Saturday, October 4 at 7:30pm
Stargazing Night
Enjoy a night under the moon and stars in the Fruit & Spice Park Garden cozied up by a bonfire. Bring your telescopes to explore the night stars away from city lights. This Hunter's Moon is a special occurrence, as the Harvest Moon usually falls in September. It marks the full moon closest to the autumnal equinox. It is the first of three supermoons in a row, with the next two occurring in November and December. S'more kits and an assortment of drinks will be available while supplies last. Blankets, lawn chairs and small coolers are welcome. Get details online.

Sunday, October 5 at 2pm
Castellow Hammocks Free Guided Nature Walk
Attend a free guided tour of the diverse grounds at Castellow Hammock Park at 22301 SW 162nd Ave. Experience old Florida as you venture into this Hardwood Hammock and learn about the unique plants and animals found within. This program meets at the park's Nature Center; please bring comfortable shoes and protection from the sun. Get details online.

Sunday, October 5 at 2pm
Photography Club: Cinematic Horror Poster
In this creative photography challenge at Cybrarium, you'll stage and shoot a dramatic horror-themed portrait or scene inspired by classic movie posters. Use lighting, props, and composition to evoke suspense, fear, or darkness. Add a title or tagline to complete your poster. Bring your own camera. All ages welcome. Get details online.

Monday, October 6 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. 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, October 7 at 5:30pm
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, both experienced players and newcomers alike. Get details and register online.

Tuesday, October 7 at 6pm
Decorating Mini Pumpkins at Naranja Library
Celebrate that festive fall feeling through stories, songs and decorating your own mini pumpkin. Each pumpkin is unique, so your creation will be unique. Registration is required. Call the library at 305-242-2290 or email: gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. All ages are welcome. Get details online.

Wednesday, October 8 at 5pm
Pumpkin Carving
Carve a Jack-O’-Lantern masterpiece at Cybrarium. Limited supply of pumpkins available, or bring your own. Ages 13 to 26. Get details online.

Wednesday, October 8 at 7:30pm
Historic Ghost Tour at Deering
Explore the history of the Deering Estate and step into the past on a Historic Ghost Tour. Guides share stories of historic events, insights into previous inhabitants and the record of paranormal activity experienced by visitors and staff. Walking the same paths that Indigenous People, Miami’s early settlers, and even Charles Deering have walked to navigate the moments that linger on. Get details online.

Thursday, October 9 at 8pm
Tron: Ares
Mankind encounters AI beings for the first time when a highly sophisticated program, Ares, leaves the digital world for a dangerous mission in the real world. Get details online.

Friday, October 10 at 6pm
FNGLA Buster & DeMott Family Fishing Tournament
Join the Florida Nursery, Growers and Landscape Association's Miami-Dade Chapter for the 25th Annual Buster & DeMott Family Fishing Tournament, raising money to support students seeking a degree in horticultural sciences or landscape architecture. Captain’s Meeting is on Friday, October 10th at 6pm at Redland Golf and Country Club. The Awards Dinner is on Saturday, October 11th at 5:30pm at Redland Golf and Country Club. Call 305-248-1117. Get details and register online.

Saturday, October 11 from 4 to 7pm
Pasta With A Purpose
Enjoy a scrumptious, homemade Spaghetti Dinner to-go for a good cause. Pasta With A Purpose helps send Troop 69 scouts to summer camp for adventure, leadership and outdoor skills that helps shape their future. Each dinner-to-go includes mouthwatering spaghetti, crisp salad and two yummy rolls. This is a very popular event in the community, held at Silver Palm United Methodist Church, 15855 SW 248 Street. Purchase $20 tickets by Zelle with email: floridatroop69@gmail.com or get details online.

Tuesday, October 14 at 7pm
Tropical Beekeepers Association monthly meeting
The Tropical Beekeepers meet at the Fruit and Spice Park on the second Tuesday of the month to share information, presentations and camaraderie. Honeybees are critical to the pollination of our tropical environment. Learn about how you can participate. All are welcome. Get details online.

Friday, October 17 at 8pm
Yellow Brick Road - A Elton John Tribute
No other performer looks and sounds so much like Elton John, nor any tribute act that provides the experience of being at an Elton John concert the way Gerald Brann and Yellow Brick Road do. Brann not only bears an uncanny resemblance to the international superstar -- complete with gap-toothed smile and many of his mannerisms -- but recreates Elton John's vocals and playing to a tee. Brann and his talented five-piece band evoke audience participation throughout the entire show -- whether singing along to "Rocket Man" and "Your Song," swaying to "Candle in the Wind," or hopping and bopping to "Crocodile Rock." Get details online.

Saturday, October 18 from 7 to 11pm
Monster Masquerade at Zoo Miami
This 21 and over Halloween party is where mystery meets mayhem, featuring open bars by Bacardí; complimentary bites from 20+ restaurants; live dance party with DJ Zog and DJ Kaos; sinisterly good costume contest hosted by Ron Magill as "Roncula" with prizes; fire dancing; after-hours animal appearances; tiger feeding sponsored by Wild Fork at 8:30pm; Instagramable photo-ops and more. General Admission tickets are $150. Get details online.

Sunday, October 19 from 10am to 5pm
Vintage Village Market hosted by Jimmy's Bright Ideas
Step into the magic of The Fall Season at the Vintage Village Market hosted by Jimmy's Bright Ideas at the historic Cauley Square Village to experience a beautiful day filled with community, creativity, and charm. Discover one-of-a-kind treasures from talented artisans, vintage curators, and jewelry makers. Savor baked goods, fresh seasonal produce from local farmers, and handcrafted décor perfect for the season. Wander through the quaint pathways of Cauley Square, surrounded by history, lush gardens, and the cozy feel of fall. Whether you’re shopping for unique finds, supporting small businesses, or simply soaking in the atmosphere, there’s something special waiting for you. Join the community celebration, support local makers, and make memories at the Vintage Village Market. Get details online.

Sunday, October 19 at 3pm
Orchestra Miami - Peter and the Wolf Meets Little Red Riding Hood
Enjoy one of the most iconic classical music pieces ever written for children -- Peter & the Wolf. What happens when Peter disobeys his grandfather and wanders into the forest alone? Find out in this symphonic fairy tale, while learning about the instruments of the orchestra. And speaking of wandering into the forest alone... enjoy Bruce Adolphe's musical take on Little Red Riding Hood -- everyone's favorite fairy tale about what happens when you don't listen to your mother. This Orchestra Miami concert is for kids of all ages and lasts approximately one hour. Always free parking at Pinecrest Gardens. Get details online.

Friday, October 24 at 6pm
Halloween 2025 Featuring The Spooky Symphony
Attend a fang-tastic Halloween extravaganza at Moss Center. Don your spookiest costumes for a night of chilling treats and wickedly fun activities, including a haunted house for the whole family. The Spooky Symphony is a free performance of great music for young listeners by the Alhambra Orchestra and Greater Miami Youth Symphony. Get details online. 

Friday, October 24 at 6:30pm
The Dracula Tavern at Seminole Theatre - Pre-Show Event
Gather at the Seminole Theatre before the performance of Dracula, hidden in a secret room, descend into the mysterious world of The Dracula Tavern -- a gothic lounge pulsing with dark elegance, eerie ambiance, and sinister sips. Be there one hour before curtain for an interactive cocktail experience where you’ll do more than just drink -- you'll be drawn into a chilling immerisive world of gothic spectacle. Expect fog, flair, and -- flavors to die for. Get details online.

Friday, October 24 at 8pm
Bram Stoker's Dracula at Seminole Theatre
Dracula opens with a young solicitor's assistant, Jonathan Harker, en route from Budapest into Transylvania, to visit the Castle Dracula and to meet with Count Dracula, a nobleman who has recently purchased an estate in London called Carfax. Harker worries, as he approaches the castle, about the superstitious locals, who seem to fear Dracula. Harker is picked up by a strange driver and taken to the castle, where he meets the Count and begins to discuss business. Harker finds the Count odd -- he is active only at night, and seems never to eat. And the Count appears to be the only person living in the Castle... Get details online.

Saturday, October 25 from 7 to 10pm
Halloween Night at Fruit & Spice Park
Get ready for a night of family-friendly Halloween fun -- a spooky twist on the beloved campfires. Gather around a crackling campfire. Wear your most creative, spooky, or silly attire and sign up for the costume contest upon arrival at the park for a chance to win awesome prizes. Get details online.

Sunday, October 26 at 9am
FARA Homestead 300
The Homestead 300 at Homestead-Miami Speedway, presented by FARA, features the best in extreme racing at an attainable level. Get details online.

Tuesday, October 28 at 7:30pm
Florida Native Plant Society
The Dade Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society meets at Pinecrest Gardens for their monthly meeting with a program speaker. The program is "What Makes a Hammock a Hotspot? Migratory Bird Habitat Preferences in Urban Miami" - Noah Frade. Come early or stay late to enjoy refreshments, socialize and browse the merchandise and raffle tables. The raffle follows the program. Get details online.

Saturday, November 1 at 6pm
One Night in the Tropics 2025
The University of Floridas Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) Tropical Research and Education Center invites you to attend their annual One Night In The Tropics fundraiser at 18905 SW 280 Street. The event is hosted on the first Saturday in November, which is recognized as Farmers Month in Miami-Dade County. Enjoy good food, great music and dancing, and the company of UF/IFAS TREC's world-class scientists amid tropical fruit-filled groves and ornamental plants. For more information, contact Monique Scoggin at 786-217-9226 or get details online. 

Sat/Sun, November 8–9 from 12:30 to 5pm
Miami Rum Renaissance Festival returns to Coral Gables
Presenting the legacy Miami Rum Festival’s 16th anniversary celebration — attracting rum experts, professionals and enthusiasts from more than 30 countries for a fabulous rum discovery weekend in Coral Gables. Attendees can enjoy a selection of hundreds of fine rums from the Caribbean and beyond during the weekend of November 8–9, with seminars by leading rum experts and professionals. Discover a bounty of new rums to be revealed -- and old favorites on display -- plus a wide selection luxury, limited edition and vintage rums for connoisseurs. Advance tickets are $69 online before November 1st; or $89 for early access VIP admission. Get details online. https://www.rumrenaissance.com

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.

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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