Greetings {name},

Saturday, July 30 is the International Day of Friendship, a day to promote friendship in big and small ways. In 2011, the United Nations declared this an official international day, to be celebrated annually on July 30th.

Sunday, August 7 is Purple Heart Day, an opportunity 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.

Here's a few items of interest for those who enjoy a visit to the Redland Agricultural region, Miami's Bountiful Countryside. Make plans for a leisurely drive to the countryside to enjoy the beauty of nature -- and the calm relaxing pace of the Redland region.

Robert and Robin Burr 

https://www.redlandview.com/

Please enjoy this image that reminds us of the beauty, bounty and serene nature of our countryside.

an architectural marvel and unique estate in the Redland region

click on the image to see enlargement.

Redland scenic photo illustrations © Robin and Robert Burr.

This Weekend

Sizzlin' Summer Sale at R. F. Orchids

R. F. Orchids presents their huge Sizzlin' Summer Sale with 20% discount on everything all weekend. Discover a wonderful selection -- hundreds of orchids, including many over-the-top, award-winning plants and exciting, new arrivals. So many plants to choose, in every color imaginable. Visit the Homestead store on Friday, July 29, Saturday, July 30, and Sunday, July 31, 2022, to enjoy these amazing savings and increase your collection -- or purchase as gifts for that orchid lover in your life. https://rforchids.com/2022/07/sizzlin-summer-sale/

Now Available For Limited Time

Keitt Mangoes - Robert Is Here

The season's first Keitt Mangoes are now available for pre-order at Robert Is Here Fruit Stand and Farm. Call 305-246-1592 for details. https://www.robertishere.com/products/keitt-mango

Every Day Of The Week

Wine Tasting At Schnebly's

Enjoy wine tastings at Schnebly Winery, the Southernmost Winery in the United States, boasting a wide variety of grape and exotic tropical fruit wines with a taste of Miami in every sip. Visit the Winery any day of the week and learn all about the 5 S’s of wine tasting: sight, swirl, sniff, sip and savor. Try 5 wines of your choice for $30 and take home a souvenir glass. https://schneblywinery.com/bookings/product/ultimate-wine-tasting-booking/

Friday, July 29th at 8pm

Mayhem And Mystery At The Museum

Kids, sign up for this amazing adventure at the Seminole Theatre. A group of students on a field trip... A family on vacation... A few friends on a dare... A pair of friends obsessed with history... What do they all have in common? They've all been accused of a crime. When the museum's most precious artifact goes missing, the museum curator and the agent assigned to protect the art work put the museum on lock down. As they work through the mystery themselves, they task the audience with solving puzzles, keeping tabs on suspects, and even voting on the solution to the mystery. Enjoy a summer of Mayhem and Mystery at the Museum. All summer long campers will solve escape rooms, participate in and create mystery dinners, sing, dance, and act. It's a summer they will never forget. Get details and purchase tickets online.

Saturday, July 30 from 11:30am to 3:30pm

Mogul Maker Expo at the Library

Want to start a business or get tips on making your business better? Attend this special free event for presentations from business experts, networking opportunities and more during Miami-Dade County's Mogul Maker Expo at the South Dade Regional Library. Speakers include professionals, entrepreneurs and government officials who will cover topics ranging from small business development, credit and loans to legal services, marketing, free resources and more. Learn about business resources available through the Miami-Dade Public Library System and Miami-Dade County. Ages 17 years and up. South Dade Regional Library is located at 10750 SW 211 Street. Get details and register online.

Saturday, July 30 at 2pm

Fire Safety with Miami-Dade Firefighters

Visit the Cybrarium for a read-aloud from Fire Chief Centeno. Firefighters will give a tour of their truck, demonstrate firefighting equipment, and oversee fun water play. This is a free event and the public is invited. The Cybrarium is located at 80 West Mowry Drive in Homestead. Call 305-224-4410. https://cybrarium.libcal.com/event/9185468

Saturday, July 30 at 6pm

Marvel vs DC Bar Crawl

A battle for the ages descends on Downtown Homestead on July 30th -- as two universes collide like two cocktail glasses in a dark bar. Justice League versus The Avengers, Marvel versus DC. Settle the score for good at Seminole Theatre for a pub crawl of epic proportions. Come as you are or represent your favorite superhero or superheroine, for a scavenger hunt through Homestead’s historic dive bars. There will be $3 and $5 drink specials at each stop along the way. Starting at Seminole Theatre Pub, and crawling to the American Legion, City Hall Bistro Martini Bar, Simmons, and Chefs on the Run for some grub. The fun doesn’t end there; the superhero group will end at the Seminole Theatre terrace for a costume contest, prizes, and karaoke. Bring a friend, meet new people, and discover some of the local hidden and historical gems of Homestead. https://www.seminoletheatre.org/seminole-calendar-of-upcoming-events/691

Sunday, July 31 from 2 to 3:30pm

Preserving the Harvest

Whether you grow a garden full of vegetables and fruits, or buy fresh produce from your local farmers market, you won’t want to let it go to waste. Attend this seminar by Louise King at the Fruit & Spice Park to learn about the many methods available to help enjoy your produce long after it leaves the garden. $25 to participants with free entry into the park and $5 for Fruit & Spice Park members. Call 305-247-5727. https://redlandfruitandspice.com/event/preserving-the-harvest/

Tuesday, Aug 2 at 5:30pm

Summer Movie Night: Muppet Treasure Island

Bring the kids to the Cybrarium for a delightful Summer Movie Night featuring Disney's Muppet Treasure Island. In this wacky 1996 musical comedy, Kermit, Miss Piggy and the gang take to the high seas in search of -- what else? -- buried treasure. https://cybrarium.libcal.com/event/9159012

Wednesday, August 3 at 9am

Agricultural Practices Advisory Board

The 13-member Agricultural Practices Advisory Board (APAB) meets on the first Wednesday of each month at 9am at the John D. Campbell Agricultural Auditorium to review regulations or legislation pertaining to agricultural practices in Miami-Dade County, and to provide recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners with regard to such regulations and legislation. The address is 18780 SW 288 Street, 33170. https://www.miamidade.gov/planning/boards-agricultural-practices.asp

Thursday, August 4 at 4pm

BeatGrid - Make Music For Videos

Teens, learn how to use the latest music software to make music for videos. A Beatgrid is a series of markers that point to the location of beats within the track. Beatgrids are used for advanced mixing functions such as track sync, precise effects synchronization, looping and accurate Beats-Per-Minute representation. Gather in the 1st Floor Program / Meeting Room. https://cybrarium.libcal.com/event/9273856

Saturday, August 5 at 8:30pm

Latin Night with DJ Devious Remix

Enjoy the weekly Latin Night at Schnebly Redland's Winery featuring DJ Devious Remix. Get to dancing y a rumbear with a live DJ, drinks, tapas y mucho sabor for $10, including a jello shot or water bottle. Plus, a late night happy hour from 11pm to midnight. https://bit.ly/3bZpVq6

Saturday, August 6 from 5 to 10pm

Eats & Beats Food Truck Party

On the first Saturday of every month, meet up with friends for the Homestead CRA Eats & Beats Food Truck Party from 5 pm until 10 pm at the Old City Hall Parking Lot located at 790 N. Homestead Blvd. This free event feature a variety of food trucks ranging from classic comfort foods to gourmet creations -- plus a DJ from 5 to 8pm followed by a live musical performance from 8 to 10pm. Call 305-224-4480. RSVP online is encouraged.

Floral Works Of Art

Live Orchid Arrangements

Soroa Orchids has been providing live orchid arrangements to some of the most exclusive hotels and condominiums in south Florida for over 30 years. Their great advantage is the ability to select among the best orchids from over 30,000 square feet of greenhouses, with carefully crafted floral works of art, paying special attention to every detail -- color, balance, composition, and the use of unique decorative containers. Count on Soroa to design a variety of arrangements that will blend with any space and environment -- delivering the very best when it matters most. Located at 25750 SW 177th Ave (Krome). Call 305-898-3182. https://www.soroa-orchids.com

Safe Service

Two Computer Guys Help Available

Since 1998, the team at Two Computer Guys has been available for reliable, efficient and friendly service -- from soccer moms and students to small business. They solve problems and get your computer up and running at top speed quickly with personal service. Just call when you need a little help. 305-444-1984. https://www.twocomputerguys.com

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