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

a bright red barn built by B&K Installations at a Redland estate provides a generous amount of safe and convenient storage

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Redland scenic photo illustrations © Robin and Robert Burr.

Friday, January 9 is National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, celebrating and appreciating those who have answered a call to public service that is demanding and often unappreciated.

Saturday, January 10 is Peculiar People Day, a chance to recognize the strange and quirky people in our lives and to gain an appreciation for all unique and different people.

Tuesday, January 13 is National Korean American Day proclaimed by President George W. Bush in 2003, commemorating the arrival of the first Korean immigrants to the United States in 1903, bringing significant contributions to industry, culture and technology.

On Sunday, January 11, National Sunday Supper Day encourages families to gather around the table, enjoy a meal and a conversation together each year on the second Sunday in January.

Wednesday, January 14 is Organize Your Home Day. Being well organized can reduce stress and make you more productive.

Thursday, January 15 is Strawberry Ice Cream Day, an American tradition, invented in 1813 by First Lady Dolley Madison.

Monday, January 19 is Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, an extended weekend federal holiday to celebrate equal rights for all Americans. The holiday became law in 1983, but was not observed in all states until the year 2000.

Save The Date
Saturday, January 17 at 10am
32nd Annual Redland Riot Road Rallye
Load the family up and join the fun as the Redland Riot Road Rallye delivers a whimsically historic road rallye scavenger hunt through the countryside, visiting fabulous venues along the rallye route. Each car team gets a map, directions and questions -- you're looking for clues along the way -- with prizes and surprises at the final destination, Schnebly Redlands Winery and Miami Brewing Company Tap Room. It's a riot -- a mad aventure through the countryside with plenty of goodies for everyone. Start at 10am at Cauley Square, 22400 Old Dixie Hwy. Get details and register your car team online.

Thursday, January 8 at 5pm
Grow with Google Info Session
Find out how to sign up for our Grow with Google scholarship at the Cybrarium. Grow with Google is a collection of flexible online certificate programs for today’s most in-demand careers, and Google has granted The Cybrarium 500 scholarships to give to patrons, making earning a certificate free to local residents. Get details online.

Thursday, January 8 at 6pm
Homestead Chief’s Meet and Greet - First 365 Days
Attend the South Dade Chamber of Commerce special meet and greet event with Homestead Chief of Police Mario Knapp at Sushi Sake Homestead, 5 South Flagler Ave. Get details online.

Thursday January 8 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.

Thursday, January 8 at 6:30pm
AWBA Monthly Meeting
The Homestead Chapter of the American Business Women's Association meets on the second Thursday of the month at Capri Restaurant, 935 North Krome Avenue in Florida City. The group emphasizes Lifelong learning, empowering women to continually evolve, breaking barriers, shaping their futures, and inspiring generations to come. Get details online.

Thursday, January 8 at 7pm
Greenland 2: Migration
In the aftermath of a comet strike that decimated most of the earth, Greenland 2: Migration follows the Garrity family (Gerard Butler, Morena Baccarin, and Roman Griffin Davis) as they’re forced to leave the safety of their bunker in Greenland to traverse a shattered world in search of a new home. Get details online.

Friday, January 9 from 11am
Wine Tastings at Schnebly Redland’s Winery
Wine tastings are offered seven days a week at Schnebly Redland's Winery in the heart of the Redland countryside. Guests can sample five Schnebly tropical fruit wines from a curated selection and take home a souvenir glass. The tasting is designed to showcase the winery’s signature mango, guava, and passion fruit varieties, crafted onsite in Florida’s southernmost winery. Get details online.

Friday, January 9 at 8pm
Country Nights at Miami Brewing Company
Enjoy line dancing, craft beer, and local food trucks in a lively country-themed setting at Country Nights at Miami Brewing Company. Guests can 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, January 10 at 9am
Free Weekend Homestead National Parks Trolley Returns
The Homestead National Parks Trolley is once again offering free rides, guided tours, and park admission through April 3, departing from Homestead Station, at 4 South Krome Avenue. This is a fun, educational, and family-friendly way to explore South Florida’s most treasured natural destinations on the weekends. Get details online.

Saturday, January 10 from 10am to 5pm
Money Tree Appreciation Sale at Fruit & Spice Park
Bring a little extra luck and greenery into your life during Money Tree Appreciation Sale at Fruit & Spice Park. The money tree tradition, rooted in Chinese legend and feng shui, symbolizes prosperity, good fortune, and positive energy. In celebration of Houseplant Appreciation Day, enjoy 10% off all Money Trees to celebrate your prosperity, good fortune, and growth. Whether you’re starting your plant journey or expanding your collection, this is the perfect time to take home a tropical touch of luck. Get details online.

Saturday, January 10 at 11am
Fun with LEGO
Get creative and have fun building with LEGO blocks at the Naranja Library. Call 305-242-2290 or email: gonzelezmi@mdpls.org. All ages are welcome. Get details online.

Saturday, January 10 at noon
MLK Parade & Bands in the Park
The City of Florida City and the City of Homestead invite the community to attend the MLK Parade & Bands in the Park Marching Band Competition, a meaningful event honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through music, unity, and community pride at Loren Roberts Park, featuring high school marching bands. Get details online.

Saturday, January 10 at 2pm
Miami Pioneers - Photographer and 3D specialist Mark Diamond
The Miami Pioneers and Natives of Dade historical society is pleased to welcome a well-known local photographer and 3D hologram specialist for a presentation on images of South Florida. Mark Diamond grew up in South Florida, engaged in photography at a very young age, which evolved into three dimensional imaging. His massive collection of images spans from aerials and architectural studies to everyday scenes of life in South Florida — and optical peculiarities. Mark’s work is collected and on display publicly in over 15 countries with subjects ranging from vintage rock and roll icons to 3- Dimensional botanical studies. Get details online.

Saturday, January 10 at 2pm
STEAM Saturday: Archaeology and Ancient Wonders
Excavate to reveal miniature models of world-famous landmarks: the Great Pyramid, the Leaning Tower of Pisa, the Taj Mahal, the Great Wall of China, the Roman Colosseum, or the pyramid at Chichen Itza. Learn about ancient civilizations through hands-on exploration and learning that blends archaeology, geology, and history. Ages 5 to 12 years old. Get details online.

Sunday, January 11 at 10am
Mini-Retreat to Start the New Year at Patch
Begin again. With intention. With rest. Attend a four hour retreat to set your Sankalpa. Guided Yoga Nidra. Forest stillness. Earth-Sky-Body Scan. Mindful bite lunch. This is slow living with purpose. A reset for your nervous system. A compass check for your heart. Get details online.

Sunday, January 11 at 1pm
Conservation Workshop Series - iNaturalist app
Attend the Conservation workshop "How to Use iNaturalist" at the Deering Estate. Get details online.

Sunday, January 11 at 5pm
Greenland 2: Migration
In the aftermath of a comet strike that decimated most of the earth, Greenland 2: Migration follows the Garrity family (Gerard Butler, Morena Baccarin, and Roman Griffin Davis) as they’re forced to leave the safety of their bunker in Greenland to traverse a shattered world in search of a new home. Get details online.

Sunday, January 11 at 7pm
Miami Short Film Festival - Focus On Series
Attend Focus On: Best of Fest 2025 to enjoy the screening of some of the winning short films from the 2025 festival. Get details online.

Monday, January 12 at 11am
Special Hours Update at Miami Brewing Company
Miami Brewing Company will operate under special weekday hours on Mondays and Tuesdays for a limited time. During this period, the brewery will be open from late morning through the afternoon, offering regular food and beverage service. From Wednesday to Sunday, hours remains the same. Normal operating hours will resume after the temporary schedule concludes. Get details online.

Tuesday, January 13 at 4pm
Game Club at Cybrarium
From Smash Bros. and Mario Kart to Halo and Mortal Kombat, enjoy some friendly competition at Cybrarium. Ages 14and older. Get details online.

Tuesday, January 13 at 6pm
Dance Class - Adult Jazz Funk
This nine-week Jazz Funk program at Moss Cultural Center will focus on exploring fun and expressive blends of dance styles -- from the bold energy of hip hop to the fluidity of contemporary movement. Each class offers a chance to move freely, try new styles and genres of dance, while letting go in a supportive, judgment-free environment. Whether you’re looking to try something new or want to reconnect with dance, this beginner/intermediate course is all about self-expression, confidence, and joy through movement. Get details online.

Tuesday, January 13 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. The guest speaker is Nancy Tedford, Apiary Inspector for Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. All are welcome. Get details online.

Wednesday, January 14 at 4pm
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 305-242-2290 or email: gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. Ages 6 to 18 years old. Get details online.

Wednesday, January 14 at 7pm
Night Hike & Campfire at Deering
Explore the woods and its wildlife as it comes to life at night at the Deering Estate. After the guided hike, gather around a campfire. Night Hike and Campfires are seasonal, held generally one Wednesday a month, October through May. Get details online.

Thursday, January 15 at 6:30pm
Wild Tales With Ron Magill - Patagonia
Patagonia is more than a remote place at the end of the earth, it is a breathtaking wilderness where every turn reveals something untamed, unexpected, and unforgettable. Join Zoo Miami's Ron Magill as he shares his recent journey to this incredible destination through stunning imagery and passionate storytelling. From dramatic cliffs overlooking pebbled beaches teeming with penguin colonies and massive elephant seals, to snow-capped granite peaks, glacial lakes, and windswept steppes, home to herds of guanacos, elusive pumas, and iconic condors, this presentation promises to inspire and captivate anyone who loves wildlife and wild places. Get details online.

Fri/Sat/Sun, January 16–18 from noon to 6pm
Tamiami International Orchid Festival Weekend
Attend the largest winter orchid event in the United States where local orchid societies and vendors create beautiful exhibits full of exotic and rare orchids in artistic arrangements. Ninety national and international orchid growers and allied product vendors come together under one roof to offer an amazing assortment of exotic orchids and orchid-related products at Miami Dade County Fair Expo Center Fuchs Pavilion- 10901 SW 24th Street. Get details online.

Friday, January 16 at 8:30pm
Burlesque Magnifique
Enjoy a dazzling evening of adult fun with live music by The French Horn Collective. Step into a world of sparkling elegance, vintage flair, and irresistible tease with Burlesque Magnifique -- a stunning burlesque revue that pays homage to the golden era of cabaret. This 90-minute live production brings together a sensational cast of sultry burlesque performers, dazzling showgirls, and captivating vocalists all brought to life by the rich, vibrant sound of a live jazz band. From slow-burning seduction to high-energy numbers, every act is designed to thrill, tantalize, and entertain. Get details online.

Saturday, January 17 at 10am
32nd Annual Redland Riot Road Rallye
Load the family up and join the fun as the Redland Riot Road Rallye delivers a whimsically historic road rallye scavenger hunt through the countryside, visiting fabulous venues along the rallye route. Each car team gets a map, directions and questions -- you're looking for clues along the way -- with prizes and surprises at the final destination, Schnebly Redlands Winery and Miami Brewing Company Tap Room. It's a riot -- a mad aventure through the countryside with plenty of goodies for everyone. Start at 10am at Cauley Square, 22400 Old Dixie Hwy. Get details and register your car team online.

Sunday, January 18 at 7pm
Direct From Sweden - The Music of ABBA
The closest ABBA experience you’re ever going to get. Direct From Sweden: The Music of ABBA features some of the most experienced and talented musicians and singers from Sweden. This tribute show will take you down memory lane with Sweden’s greatest music export group. Enjoy stunning, mirroring images of stage costumes, hairstyles, and voices as you dance and sing in the aisles to your favorite ABBA songs. Get details online.

Friday, January 23 at 8pm
Rumours ATL - A Fleetwood Mac Tribute
Step into a world where the legend of Fleetwood Mac comes alive at the Seminole Theatre as Rumours ATL takes the stage. With a reverence for the legendary group's rich history, Rumours ATL masterfully captures the magic of Fleetwood Mac's iconic sound. From the hauntingly beautiful melodies of "Rhiannon" and "Songbird" to the electrifying energy of "Go Your Own Way," every performance is a journey through the timeless classics that defined a generation and continues to influence pop music today. Get details online.

Friday, February 6 at 7:30pm
A Taste of Ireland
Attend this Irish Music and Dance Sensation at Moss Center: A Taste of Ireland: The Irish Music and Dance Sensation has entertained thousands around the globe. Laugh, cry and jig into the night with a production performed by former World Irish dance champions and featuring dancers from Lord of the Dance and Riverdance. A Taste of Ireland will transport you through the story of Ireland’s tumultuous history delivered with a pint of Irish wit. Watch world-class performers blend melodic folk mashups, live jaw-dropping acapella tap battles, and heartwarming storytelling. Get details online.

Saturday, February 7 at 8pm
The Mersey Beatles at Seminole Theatre
Seminole Theatre Presents The Mersey Beatles -- the world’s most Authentic and only Liverpool born Beatles Tribute Band. They were the resident band for over a decade at the world famous Cavern Club, where The Beatles got their start. These childhood friends have played in 20 countries, selling out shows worldwide. This new show includes all the fab favorites. Experience their natural Liverpool accents, wit, and charm. With no rehearsed scripts, their crowd banter truly captures the original spirit of the Beatles. These talented musicians appear with beautifully designed costumes and replica guitars from all eras. Get details online.

Now Available
FNGLA Botanical Seed Auctions
The Miami-Dade FNGLA (Florida Nursery, Growers and Landscape Association) chapter offers unique seeds for sale through auction on their web site -- from Montgomery Botanical Center and Flamingo Gardens -- as well as collections from other notable gardens. Get details online.

Exceptional Quality
RF Orchids
Discover an extraordinary selection of fine vandaceous alliance orchids, from exotic species to the newest hybrids and fine mericlones. Vandas (and their relatives) are their specialty and passion, but they also offer a terrific variety of warm-growing species, hybrids and mericlones in other alliances at 28100 SW 182 Ave. 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