Greetings {name}, We hope you'll appreciate our curated list of community events and cultural opportunities in the coming days. |
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a beautiful sunrise on the occasion of the Spring Equinox celebrates the changing of seasons from Winter to Spring |
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click on the image to see enlargement. Coral Gables scenic photo illustrations © Robin and Robert Burr. |
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Saturday, March 14 is Pi Day (3.14) a reference to the first three digits of the mathematical symbol of π. It's also a great day to eat pie. Monday, March 16 recognizes National Freedom of Information Day annually during Sunshine Week. It also commemorates the birthday of President James Madison, known for drafting the United States Constitution and the leading advocate and author of the Bill of Rights. Tuesday, March 17 is Saint Patrick's Day, with celebrations of Irish Culture, marked by Irish themed festivities, drinks and food, and family gatherings. Thursday, March 19, is National AG Day, celebrated on the third Thursday in March, recognizing and celebrating the abundance provided by agriculture across the United States. American agriculture plays a critical economic and food security role in our country. On Friday, March 20, the sun's path crosses the celestial equator from south to north. The Spring Equinox represents the time of year when the hours of day and night are equal. Saturday, March 21 is Common Courtesy Day, a time to remember that our treatment of others speaks volumes about our character and our moral fiber. |
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Thursday, March 12 through April 5 Miami-Dade County Fair & Exposition Often called The Youth Fair, this major 21-day, non-profit community event -- with focus on youth achievement and agriculture in South Florida -- runs from mid-March through early April at Tamiami Park. The event attracts a half-million visitors, featuring 80+ rides, agricultural exhibits, live shows, and concerts at the Fair Expo Center in University Park, adjacent to the campus of Florida International University. Get details online. |
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Thursday, March 12 at 5pm SAT & PSAT Strategy Lab at Naranja Library Who says test prep for the Scholastic Assessment Tests can’t be fun? In this SAT & PSAT tutoring experience, every correct answer unlocks property purchases and strategic advantages. Learn how to outthink the test, manage risk, and make winning moves, both on the board and on exam day. The smartest strategist takes it all. This is a student-designed and led program. Call Naranja Library at 305-242-2290 or email: gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. Ages 14 years and older. Get details online. |
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Thursday, March 12 from 6:30 to 8:30pm 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. |
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Thursday, March 12 at 7:40pm Reminders of Him The literary phenomenon from #1 New York Times bestselling author Colleen Hoover becomes a transformative feature film about motherhood, forgiveness and the power of love to overcome even the worst mistake. Get details online. |
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Friday, March 13 from 5 to 9pm Wine Tasting + 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 30–45-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. Get details online. |
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Friday, March 13 at 6:30pm MuSe: Jennings and Keller at White Lion The Homestead Center For The Arts invites the public to attend a special free event at White Lion Cafe featuring live music by the award winning Folk-Americana duo Jennings and Keller, performing their special program -- Judy, Joan and Joni: 3 Women That Defined a Generation. Enjoy the songs and the stories behind the careers of Judy Collins, Joan Baez and Joni Mitchell, three women at the heart of the 60s Folk Music Revival. For reservations, call 305-248-1076. Get details online. |
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Friday, March 13 at 7pm Movie Night - Zootopia 2 at Losner Park Rookie cops Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde find themselves on the twisting trail of a great mystery when Gary De'Snake arrives in Zootropolis and turns the animal metropolis upside down. To crack the case, Judy and Nick must go undercover to unexpected new parts of town, where their growing partnership is tested like never before. Bring the family to Losner for this free movie night in the park at 104 North Krome in downtown Homestead. Get details online. |
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Friday, March 13 at 8pm Earth, Wind & Fire Tribute Band at Seminole Theatre A talented and committed group of musicians and vocalists whose roots are in gospel music, the The Earth, Wind & Fire Tribute Band shares a great love and appreciation for the style and musicianship of the premier band of the 70s, 80s and 90s -- Earth, Wind and Fire. Selling out venues globally, the grammy-award wininng band continues to record and perform for an endearing fan base -- still going strong for over four decades. Get details online. |
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Friday, March 13 at 8pm Country Nights at Miami Brewing Company Line dancing, craft beer, and local food trucks are featured when Country Nights at Miami Brewing Company offers a lively country-themed setting. 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. |
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Saturday, March 14 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. |
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Saturday, March 14 from 8am to 2pm Spring Bazaar at Community Center Bring the family out to the City of Homestead Spring Bazaar at William F. Dickinson Community Center, 1601 North Krome Avenue to explore a variety of local vendors, unique goods, and community offerings. All are welcome. Get details online. |
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Saturday, March 14 at 9am Homestead Trolley to Everglades National Park Catch the National Parks Trolley, every Saturday and Sunday, at Homestead Station in Downtown Homestead, 4 South Krome Avenue. Hotel guests can also catch the Trolley at the Courtyard by Marriott on Campbell Drive at 2905 NE 9th Street. Get details online. |
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Sunday, March 14 at 11am Mural Unveiling at Fruit & Spice Park A new mural by Deering Estate Artist in Residence Andres Cabrera will be revealed at the Fruit & Spice Park. This large artwork, celebrates the vital role of pollinators -- especially the busy bee, responsible for nearly one-third of the food we eat. This piece reflects the heart of Fruit & Spice Park’s mission: honoring ethnobotany, food systems, and the deep connection between plants, culture, and the agricultural community that sustains us. If you love food, you should love pollinators. Get details online. |
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Saturday, March 14 at 11am Pi-Day: Candle Making Workshop Celebrate Pi-Day at Fruit and Spice Park and create your very own pie scented candles. Using beeswax, mix fun colors and scents to bring home a custom candle. All materials are provided, just bring your creativity. Call 305-247-5727. Get details online. |
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Saturday, March 14 from 2 to 6pm South Dade Youth Music Festival Attend the second annual South Dade Youth Music Festival -- at Losner Park, 104 North Krome Avenue in downtown Homestead -- uplifting the next generation of youth musicians, celebrating student creativity, uniting families, educators, and community leaders. The festival creates a vibrant stage for youth to share their talents side by side. Get details online. |
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Saturday, March 14 at 5pm Cece Teneal's Divas of Soul Take a ride on the "Midnight Train to Georgia" over "River Deep, Mountain High" while award-winning vocalist CeCe Teneal delivers you the R-E-S-P-E-C-T you deserve in Divas of Soul. This one-of-a-kind concert event at Moss Cultural Center will be a spectacular celebration of fifty years of chart-topping music from artists like Aretha Franklin, Gladys Knight, Chaka Khan, Tina Turner, Whitney Houston, and more. Get details online. |
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Saturday March 14 at 6:30pm Hoppers In Disney and Pixar’s all-new animated comedy adventure Hoppers, animal lover Mabel (voice of Piper Curda) seizes an opportunity to use a new technology to 'hop' her consciousness into a life-like robotic beaver and communicate directly with animals. As she uncovers mysteries in the animal world beyond anything she could have imagined, Mabel befriends charismatic beaver, King George (voice of Bobby Moynihan), and must rally the entire animal kingdom to face a major, imminent human-threat: smooth-talking local mayor Jerry Generazzo (voice of Jon Hamm). Get details online. |
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Saturday, March 14 at 7:30pm 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. |
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Sunday, March 15 Equal Day and Night On this day in Miami, the sun will rise at 7:29am and set at 7:29pm for an equal 12 hours of day time and night time. Get details online. |
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Sunday, March 15 at 2pm Photography Club: Scavenger Hunt Photograph as many of the given prompts possible and use your imagination to get the most creative shots at this photography club scavenger hunt event. All ages are welcome. Get details online. |
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Sunday, March 15 at 2:20pm The Pout-Pout Fish This 2026 animated fantasy comedy film, The Pout-Pout Fish is based on the children's book by Deborah Diesen. The Pout-Pout Fish is the hilarious and heartwarming story of an unlikely duo: Mr. Fish (Offerman) a pouty introvert and Pip (Oyama) an energetic sea dragon, who embark on a daunting quest to find a legendary fish to grant their wish to save their homes. Get details online. |
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Sunday, March 15 from 3 to 7pm Karaoke Sundays at Miami Brewing Co. Join Rob The Rum Guy for a fun evening of Karaoke singing at Miami Brewing Company Taproom with drink specials and great British pub food from The Cask food truck. Enjoy $21 beer flights with souvenir glass, $15 steins with $10 refills and 16oz drafts on tap for $7. The perfect place to let loose and have some fun. Get details and RSVP online. |
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Sunday, March 15 at 3:30pm Zach Bartholomew - Dave Brubeck's Time Out Experience acclaimed jazz pianist Zach Bartholomew and his quartet at Moss Cultural Center for a thrilling tribute to one of the most iconic jazz albums of all time: Dave Brubeck's groundbreaking Time Out. Known for its adventurous rhythms and unforgettable melodies, Time Out broke barriers and redefined what jazz could be. Experience dynamic renditions of classics like Take Five, Blue Rondo à la Turk, and more, as Bartholomew brings his virtuosic style and deep musicality to Brubeck's revolutionary compositions -- an evening of sophisticated swing, rhythmic innovation, and timeless jazz. Get details online. |
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Tuesday, March 17 Happy Saint Patrick's Day |
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Tuesday, March 17 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. |
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Tuesday, March 17 at 6:30pm Wild Tales with Kartick Satyanarayan at Zoo Miami Meet in Zoo Miami's Florida Room for this fascinating presentation. Co-founder of Wildlife SOS in India, Kartick Satyanarayan shares his efforts on protecting elephants in India, helping wounded or malnourished elephants, and taking action to remove abused elephants from the streets. Get details online. |
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Thursday, March 19 at 7pm Project Hail Mary Science teacher Ryland Grace wakes up on a spaceship with no recollection of who he is or how he got there. As his memory slowly returns, he soon discovers he must solve the riddle behind a mysterious substance that's causing the sun to die out. As details of the mission unravel, he calls on his scientific training and sheer ingenuity -- but he may not have to do it alone. Get details online. |
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Friday, March 20 at 6:30pm Beginner Adult Contemporary Dance Class The Moss Center presents a Beginner Adult Contemporary Dance Class taught by Victor Quijada, artistic director of Montreal-based dance company Rubberband. Fascinated by the raw dynamics of street dance and the purity of classical forms, Quijada has been demolishing barriers between these contrasting dance genres for more than 20 years. Get details online. |
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Monday, March 21 at 6:30am Sunrise Photography at Deering Estate The Deering Estate offers an exciting opportunity to photograph the sunrise over Biscayne Bay. Bring your camera, tripod, water, and bug spray. This program is for ages 15 and older. Sunrise will occur at 7:23am. Get details online. |
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Sunday, March 21 from 9:30am to 4pm 28th Annual Native Plant Sale The Florida Native Plant Society public outreach and education offers something for all ages: exhibitors (organizations, agencies and businesses) with educational display tables, native plant and merchandise vendors, speaker series, landscape professionals, raffles, live music, children’s activities, artists, bird walks, food trucks, opportunities for networking / socializing, and more. Learn about South Florida native plants and wildlife, how to attract birds and butterflies to your yard, landscaping with native plants, local natural areas, the environment, and more at Bill Graham Farm Village, within Amelia Earhart Park, 401 E 65th Street. Get details online. |
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Tuesday, March 24 at 7pm VFW Post 4127 Tuesday - Show Me The Money Night Our local Veterans Of Foreign Wars members at the Arrant-Smith Post invite the public to participate in the weekly Show Me The Money Night on Tuesdays. This fun, community-style gathering gives attendees the opportunity to participate in drawings for cash prizes, while enjoying great company with local veterans, families, and friends, It’s a relaxed evening where guests can connect with the community, support local veterans, and possibly walk away with a little extra cash in their pocket. Whether you’re stopping by after work or looking for a fun midweek outing, everyone is welcome to join the camaraderie and excitement, enjoy good food, good games, and great camaraderie at 601 NE 2nd Road in Homestead. Get details online. |
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Friday, March 27 at 8pm Classic Skynyrd Live! at the Seminole Theatre The Seminole Theatre presents Classic Skynyrd Live! recreating the sound and excitement of the concert experience as performed by the original artists. They bring a high energy show performing spot on, authentic renditions of the music of Lynyrd Skynyrd. This talented group of musicians includes: Dave Sorber on Lead/Slide Guitar and Vocals; Ray Jandura on Bass Guitar and Vocals; Tommy Kelly on Lead Vocals; Tom Tibaldi on Keyboards and Rhythm Guitar; Joe Barker on Lead/Slide Guitar and Vocals; plus Jay Skar on Drums and Vocals. Get details online. |
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Wednesday, April 1 at 8:30pm Crocs and Cosmos (in Flamingo) Visit the Flamingo Campground Amphitheater in Everglades National Park to learn about nocturnal species and the wonders of the cosmos above Flamingo, the southern outpost of the park. The Florida Everglades is the only place in the world where American alligators and American crocodiles coexist in the wild. Boat tours from Flamingo and kayak tours are excellent for viewing, with sightings often reported at the Flamingo Marina or along the Anhinga Trail. Far away from light pollution, Stargazing from Flamingo is exceptional, an extraordinary place to view the sky. Get details online. |
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Sat/Sun, April 4–5 from 10am to 5pm Easter Egg Hunt at Fruit & Spice Park Hop on over to Fruit & Spice Park for a fun-filled Easter celebration all weekend. Guests are encouraged to spend the day at the park, explore the beautiful gardens, and enjoy a relaxing afternoon in nature. Bring your picnic blankets, pack your favorite snacks, and make it a memorable day with family and friends. The Easter Egg Hunt will be ongoing throughout the day and is included with regular park admission -- no additional ticket required. Perfect family fun and adventure for little ones -- and the young at heart. Get details online. |
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Saturday, April 25 from 5:30 to 10pm Farm Bureau Annual BBQ and Prime Rib Dinner Dade County Farm Bureau will be honoring Bob Fuchs of RF Orchids at their 46th Annual BBQ at the DiMare Complex at 500 North Krome Avenue in Florida City, at the corner of West Davis Parkway. The evening includes a full prime rib dinner with all the fixins, with raffles and live music. Purchase tickets at the Farm Bureau office, 1850 Old Dixie Highway, Homestead, FL 33033 or from any board director. Call 305-246-5514 or email: jocelyn.guilfoyle@ffbf.org. Get details online. |
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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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Thanks to our generous sponsors who bring you the weekly Redland View newsletter. And thanks to our readers who subscribe to the newsletter. We hope you find it a useful resource for discovering cultural opportunities in the community. Robert and Robin Burr |
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