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

the cooling canals at Turkey Point Power Plant, covering about 5,900 acres, help to cool the plants enormous heat output but also threaten to salinate the local drinking water supply

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Redland scenic photo illustrations © Robin and Robert Burr.

Friday, December 5 is National Repeal Day, a celebration of the end of prohibition in 1933 when the 21st amendment repealed the 18th Amendment, which banned the sale and consumption of alcoholic beverages in the United States. Cheers to that!

Sunday, December 7 is Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, commemorating the attack on Pearl Harbor, in Hawaii, during World War II -- a day to honor the service members who lost their lives and those that worked gallantly to save so many others.

Tuesday, December 9 is Christmas Card Day, a reminder to get those holiday greeting cards in the mail in time to arrive before Christmas.

Wednesday, December 10 is Nobel Prize Day, in honor of Alfred Nobel, who died on this day in 1895. Several prizes are awarded each year to recognize academic, culture, and scientific advances.

Sunday, December 14 is the beginning of Chanukah on the Jewish calendar, a celebration lasting eight days.

Monday, December 15 is Bill Of Rights Day. According to the National Archives, “The Constitution might never have been ratified if the framers had not promised to add a Bill of Rights. The first ten amendments to the Constitution gave citizens more confidence in the new government and contain many of American's most valued freedoms.”

Sunday, December 21 is the Winter Solstice, marking the shortest day north of the equator and the longest day in the south, as the sun reaches the southernmost latitude all year.

Now through Sunday, January 18
Homestead: Winter Wonderland Experience
A real ice rink has transformed Losner Park into a festive holiday destination. The 60-day Discover Homestead: Winter Wonderland Experience features themed activations, holiday nights, and special events designed to keep the spirit alive all winter long. Guests enjoy family-friendly celebrations, live entertainment, and adult-themed nights that add something special for everyone -- from kids skating under twinkling lights to couples enjoying festive date nights. Every week will bring new opportunities to celebrate the season in Homestead. Get details online.

Now through December 30 from 6:30 to 10pm
Zoo Lights Miami
For a limited time only, Zoo Miami is opening after dark for an unforgettable holiday spectacle. Wander through a wild wonderland glowing with over a million dazzling lights, and a 26-foot-tall LED holiday tree, while enjoying festive music, tasty holiday treats, and surprise encounters along the way. Dont miss Jingle Paws & Santa Claws -- a brand new animal presentation at the Sami Family Amphitheater. Zoo Lights Miami continues through December 30. Get details online.

Thursday, December 4 at 6pm
Annual Holiday Party - FNGLA and Farm Bureau
The Redland Golf and Country Club is the location of the annual Holiday Pary for the Miami-Dade Farm Bureau and the FNGLA. Please bring an unwrapped toy as a donation. To RSVP, call 305-248-1177. Get details online.

Friday, December 5 at 4:30pm
Inky Fingers Writing Club
Try your hand at crafting your own stories and exploring all kinds of writing at the Naranja Library. Join the weekly writing club made just for middle schoolers. Call 305-242-2290 or email: gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. Ages 10-14 years old. Get details online.

Friday, December 5 at 5pm
Holiday Wine Tasting + Tour at Schnebly Redland’s Winery
Schnebly Redland’s Winery offers a seasonal Holiday Wine Tasting + Tour featuring a guided walkthrough of the estate and production areas, followed by a tasting of five Schnebly tropical wines. The experience highlights the winery’s holiday selections and includes a souvenir tasting glass to take home. Guests enjoy a festive atmosphere surrounded by the winery’s gardens and waterfalls. Get details online.

Friday, December 5 from 5 to 10pm
Homestead Frozen In Color
Attend the Art Basel Homestead Frozen In Color, All White Party. Get details online.

Friday, December 5 from 5:30 to 9pm
Historic Holiday Evening Stroll at Deering Estate
Celebrate the spirit of the season with an enchanting evening as you stroll through the beautifully lit grounds of the Deering Estate. Explore the Historic Richmond Cottage decked in holiday décor based on the Golden Age of Travel featuring countries Charles Deering traveled, modes of transportation during this time, and more. Create unforgettable memories with festive photo opportunities throughout the estate -- perfect for holiday cards or capturing the magic of the holidays. Enjoy the warmth of a crackling campfire, where you can gather with family and friends under the stars. Kids can get creative with hands-on holiday crafts and send their wishes to the North Pole at our Letters to Santa station. New This Year -- enjoy a special live performance by Vocal Youth Miami, filling the evening with heartwarming holiday music. Their vibrant harmonies and youthful energy will add an extra touch of magic to your stroll through the estate. Get details online.

Friday, December 5 at 8pm
Country Nights at Miami Brewing Company
Line dancing, craft beer, and local food trucks in a lively country-themed setting for Country Nights at Miami Brewing Company. Guests enjoy music from a live DJ and an open dance floor starting at 8pm every Friday and Saturday. Fridays are open to all ages, while Saturdays are for guests 18 and over only. Get details online.

Saturday, December 6 from 8am to 3pm
Everything.Dough Micro-Bakery
Visit Everything.Dough, the little micro-bakery near South Dade Park that features delightful home-baked specialties for neighbors. Sourdough breads, Croissants, brownies and cookies, cinnamon rolls, babka and more. It's a family affair. Get there early before they sell out at 16443 SW 282 Street. Get details online.

Saturday, December 6 at 11am
Cash Flow and Debt Management
This financial seminar at Cybrarium will teach you about cash flow, assets, liabilities, net worth, and debt management. Get details online.

Saturday, December 6 at 11am
Clay Workshop with Deering Estate Artist-in-Residence Dona Altemus
Join Artist-in-Residence Dona Altemus for a hands-on clay workshop at the Fruit & Spice Park exploring the relationship between humans and nature. Participants will create their own clay slab impression boxes using air-dry clay and found materials -- objects from the park or items brought from home. Get details online.

Saturday, December 6 at 11am
Free First Saturday at Gold Coast Railroad Museum
Visit the Gold Coast Railroad Museum (12450 SW 152nd Street) for free admission every first Saturday of the month. Take up to four rides for additional fees. The museum is open Wednesday through Sunday from 11am to 4pm; closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day. Get details online.

Saturday, December 6 at 3pm
Stained Glass Workshop at Country Walk Library
Learn the art of creating colorful glass pieces in this guided workshop where you'll cut, shape, and assemble your own unique stained-glass design. Materials are provided. Registration is required. Call Country Walk Library at 786-293-4577 or email: imbimbog@mdpls.org. Ages 18 years and older. Get details online.

Saturday, December 6 at 5:30pm
Twilight at Patch - Full Moon Forest Bath
Slip out of the city and into the sanctuary of stillness -- where moonlight guides your path and the forest holds space for your breath. Visit Patch of Heaven Sanctuary as they gather beneath December's Cold Moon. Science shows that spending time in nature at twilight -- when our circadian rhythms begin to shift -- can reduce stress and recalibrate our nervous system. Paired with forest bathing, a proven practice to lower cortisol and boost immune function, this experience offers not just tranquility, but transformation. Get details online.

Sat/Sun December 6–7 at 7pm
The Nutcracker - A Dazzling Holiday Dance Performance
The Moss Center and Miami Youth Ballet present a spectacular holiday favorite. Enjoy a little girl’s dreamlike journey to the magical Land of the Sweets with the Sugarplum Fairy, dazzling costume characters, and Tchaikovsky’s beautiful score. This stunning event will be the perfect highlight for the holiday season. The cast features professional ballet dancers and students from Miami Youth Ballet. Get details online.

Saturday, December 6 at 7:30pm
The Nutcracker by Miami Cuban Ballet School
Attend a full-length production of The Nutcracker filled with spectacular scenery, colorful costumes and fascinating characters. A family holiday tradition, perfect for celebrating the season. Children and adults will be captivated as Clara and her beloved Nutcracker battle a Mouse King, travel through a magical snow forest and enter the Land of Sweets. Get details online.

Sunday, December 7 at 10:30am
Hummingbird Walk-n-Talk
Visit Castellow Hammock, where every fall transforms into a hummingbird paradise. Embark on a leisurely stroll through this vibrant pollinator garden, guided by knowledgeable naturalists eager to share fascinating insights about these extraordinary creatures. Prepare to be amazed as you witness hummingbirds darting around, gracefully feeding on nectar-filled flowers at Castellow Hammock Park, 22301 SW 162nd Ave. Get details online.

Sunday, December 7 at 2pm
Photography Club: Best Shots of the Year
Show off your best pictures of the year the Cybrarium. Bring your best portraits, landscapes, wildlife images and anything in-between as the club votes for favorites. All ages welcome. Get details online.

Tuesday, December 9 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 online.

Tuesday, December 9 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.

Wednesday, December 10 at 6pm
Stargazing at the Library
Discover the planets, moons, and stars that make up our universe through the lenses of our telescopes, and through interactive and hands-on activities. Explore topics like exoplanets, Jupiter's moons, the possibility for life beyond earth, and NASA missions. Call Naranja Library at 305-242-2290 or email: gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. Ages 6 to 18 years old. Get details online.

Wednesday, December 10 at 6:30pm
South Dade Chamber Holiday Party and Toy Drive
The South Dade Chamber invites the public to attend their annual Holiday Party, and to contribute to the toy drive with a new unwrapped toy for children. The event takes place at Sushi Sake Homestead, 5 South Flagler Ave at the Hotel Redland. Get details online.

Wednesday, December 10 at 7pm
Rolling Stones - At The Max - IMAX
A filming of the 1990 Rolling Stones Steel Wheels concert that traveled Europe. Shot on location in Turin, Berlin, and London, the electrifying 15-song performance features the classics Satisfaction, Ruby Tuesday and Brown Sugar, as well as Rock & a Hard Place and Start Me Up. This was filmed in the IMAX process, which allows the film to be projected in a size ten times the size of a regular 35mm projected image. Get details online.

Thursday December 11 at 6:30pm
Fruit & Spice Park's Sip & Craft: Botanical Art + Sangria Night
Unwind, sip, and get creative under the tropical evening skies at Fruit & Spice Park’s Sip & Craft: Botanical Art + Sangria Night on the second Thursday of the month. This relaxing after-hours experience invites guests (21+) to enjoy a glass of sangria while creating beautiful, nature-inspired crafts. Each month features a different botanical art project, so there’s always something new to discover -- whether you’re painting, pressing flowers, or designing a garden-inspired keepsake. Come solo, bring a friend, or make it a date night. You’ll leave with your handmade creation, great memories, and maybe a few new friends. Get details online.

Friday, December 12 at 7:20pm
Ella McCay
An upcoming American political comedy-drama film written and directed by James L. Brooks, Ella McCay stars Emma Mackey, Jamie Lee Curtis, and Jack Lowden. An idealistic 34-year-old lieutenant governor juggles familial issues and a challenging work life while preparing to take over the job of her mentor, the state's longtime incumbent governor, who suddenly accepts a cabinet position in the incoming Obama administration. Get details online.

Friday, December 12 at 7:30pm
Mistletoe & Martinis at the Deering Estate
The Deering Estate Foundation will host its 8th-annual Mistletoe & Martinis, a signature holiday event. This sophisticated soirée is the estate’s signature holiday event -- an enchanting evening when the Deering Estate comes alive with the sights, sounds and libations of the holiday season. Step into a world where gears glisten and cocktails sparkle. This December, Mistletoe & Martinis returns with a twist of steampunk fantasy – "Steam, Sparkle & Spirits." Amid flickering lanterns and brass-bound revelry, toast the season with specialty martinis, live entertainment, and a dash of Victorian intrigue. Dress to impress -- corsets, cravats, and clockwork welcome. Enjoy an evening of strolling the estate, enjoying lavish hors d’oeuvres, delicious martinis and cocktails, exquisite sweets, and a variety of live music and entertainment provided by Vic Kingsley & World Island Caribbean Sounds. Guests can feast on delicious bites from some of Miami’s best restaurants and caterers. As attendees eat and drink, they can spend the evening mingling with family and friends and listening to live music all while admiring the beautiful holiday lights and exploring the lavishly decorated Richmond Cottage. Get details online.

Saturday, December 13 at 7pm
Campfire and Owl Walk at Castellow Hammock
Bring the family out for a campfire and nature walk through Castellow Hammock Nature Preserve -- a 112-acre park and preserve that contains a mature tropical hardwood forest. Experience the sights and sounds of Eastern screech owls, raccoons, night time spiders and much more. Following the night hike, gather around the campfire for storytelling. Bring marshmallows and hot dogs for roasting over the campfire. Advance registration is required. Castellow Hammock is located at 22301 SW 162 Avenue, 33031. Call 305-242-7688. Get details online.

Saturday, December 13 from 10am to 1pm
Story-Time and Photos with Santa at Deering
Santa Claus is coming to town and he is visiting the Deering Estate. Enjoy story-time with Santa’s elves and photos with Santa (for an additional fee) and holiday arts and crafts activities. Get details online.

Sunday December 14 at 4pm
'Twas The Night Before Christmas - Seraphic Fire
Everything you love about Seraphic Fire Choral Ensemble at Christmas in a new experience: timeless carols (The First Noel, Joy to the World, Silent Night) and a reading of the famed 1823 American poem, "A Visit from St. Nicholas," which is known as 'Twas the Night Before Christmas. These favorite holiday classics have shaped modern Christmas traditions worldwide. Join Associate Conductor James K. Bass and Seraphic Fire at Moss Cultural Arts Center for a program featuring Christmas classics, like O Come All Ye Faithful and Jesus Christ the Apple Tree. Get details online.

Tuesday, December 16 at 5pm
Holidays at the Cybrarium
Celebrate this holiday season with a book giveaway, a visit from Santa and the Grinch, crafts, and holiday music. All ages welcome.

Thursday, December 18 at 6pm
3D IMAX Avatar: Fire and Ash
James Cameron takes audiences back to Pandora in an immersive new adventure. A year after settling in with the Metkayina clan, Jake and Neytiri's family grapples with grief after Neteyam's death. They encounter a new, aggressive Na'vi tribe called the Ash people, led by the fiery tribe leader, Varang, who has allied with Jake's enemy, Quaritch, as the conflict on Pandora escalates to devastating consequences. Get details online.

A Unique Countryside Dining Experience
Royd’s on Krome Avenue
Bring the family to Royd's on Krome to enjoy the delightful ambience of Miami's countryside, featuring a mix of Latin and Southern comfort food, with fresh fruit milkshakes and home-made desserts. On the weekends, enjoy the farm animal exhibit for the kids and live music with a festive atmosphere. From the architecture to the agriculture, it's a beautiful family-friendly place -- a charming reflection of the Redland Region -- where you'll want to return again and again. Royd's is located at 20800 SW 177 Avenue. Call 305-799-8996. Get details 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