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Friday, August 19 is National Aviation Day, celebrated in honor of the birthday of aviator Orville Wright. It is sometimes called Wright Brother's Day.

Sunday, August 21 is National Senior Citizens Day, recognizing contributions senior citizens make in communities across the United States. It is annually observed on the third Sunday of August.

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 through 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/

Drawing on Sunday, August 21

Win a Dream Wedding at Mon Petit Garden

Get details about the Mon Petit Garden Dream Wedding Contest on Instagram -- one lucky couple will win a Micro Wedding Package at this charming location in the countryside -- including wedding planner, decoration, ceremony officiant, photography, video and much more. Enter the contest now and be there for the drawing on Sunday, August 21 at 4pm. See the Instagram page for details. 

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

the Golden Poinciana (Peltophorum pterocarpum) presents stunning blooms in the summer season

click on the image to see enlargement.

Redland scenic photo illustrations © Robin and Robert Burr.

Now Playing

Bullet Train at ShowBiz Cinemas

Brad Pitt stars as Ladybug, an unlucky assassin determined to do his job peacefully after one too many gigs gone off the rails. Fate, however, may have other plans, as Ladybug's latest mission puts him on a collision course with lethal adversaries from around the globe -- all with connected, yet conflicting, objectives -- on the world's fastest train... and he's got to figure out how to get off. https://www.showbizcinemas.com/film-info/bullet-train/

Registration Now Open

Seminole Junior Players - Seussical The Musical

The Seminole Theatre Junior Players conservatory program provides training and stage performance opportunities for young people. Kids of ages 9 to 16 can now register for the spring production of Seussical Jr. The Musical. The students rehearse every Saturday with theatre professionals, learning acting, singing, choreography and stagecraft, and then perform the full show to the public on the Seminole Theatre mainstage. Get details online.

Saturday, August 20 at 8:30pm

Piano Legends: Zach Bartholomew Trio

Experience a concert at the Cultural Arts Center's Black Box Theater, presented by award-winning pianist Dr. Zachary Bartholomew and his trio -- an interactive and informative concert showcasing compositions and arrangements from some of the most influential piano trios in the history of jazz and American music. The program will include music from legendary pianists such as Nat King Cole, Oscar Peterson, and Bill Evans, to living legends like Herbie Hancock, Ahmad Jamal, and Robert Glasper. The South Miami-Dade Cultural Arts Center is located at 10950 SW 211 Street in Cutler Bay. Get details and purchase tickets online.

Sunday, August 21 at Noon

Pine County Bluegrass Band

Enjoy down-home Bluegrass music by Redland's own Pine County Bluegrass Band at Heritage Market, 29100 SW 177 Ave (Krome), from noon to 2pm.

Sunday, August 21 from 4 to 6pm

Frenchie Link at Miami Brewing

Miami Brewing Company wants you to BYOD (Bring Your Own Dog) to the French Connection, a free event for all French Bulldog lovers. Visit the Taproom with your Frenchie for some mingling and lots of artisanal brews. Get details and add to your calendar.

Tuesday, August 23 at 6:30pm

Online Event: Beginner Drawing: Oak Tree

Naranja Branch Library presents David Sexton's technique for drawing a beautiful oak tree. Space is limited. Registration is required. Zoom link will be emailed to registrants within 24 hours of the event start time. Ages 13 years and older. http://mdpls.org/event/7007078

Saturday, August 27 at 3:30pm

Wildlife Safari Show

Explore the animal kingdom with at the South Dade Regional Library. Meet a wide variety of friendly critters, both large and small, during this presentation led by experienced animal trainers. Appropriate for all ages. https://mdpls.org/event/6938286

Monday, August 29 from 4 to 7pm

Homestead CRA Small Business Clinic

The Homestead Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) has partnered with the Miami Bayside Foundation to host a Small Business Clinic. The program will include a 30-hour, 4-week program. Participants will have the opportunity to learn valuable information to help them develop their business through eight focused sessions. Those who complete the program and are within the CRA area will be eligible to receive $7,500 in grant funding. For those businesses outside of the CRA there will be other funding opportunities available per qualification. Get details and register online.

Saturday, September 10 at 2pm

Matt Stock - Abandoned Everglades Images

Award-winning Photographer Matt Stock has earned a reputation for his dramatic images of natural wonders, including his series of Abandoned Everglades -- exploring the interaction between man and nature as seen through night-time environmental portraits of vehicles long abandoned in the Everglades ecosystem. Each image was captured at night utilizing the highly specialized technique of light painting combined with long exposures and seasonally specific images without adding anything to or taking away from the scene. This event by Miami Pioneers and Natives of Dade historical society takes place at the Pinecrest Library. Get details and RSVP online.

Native Tree Supplier

Mix'd Greens Native Nursery

Mixd Greens is an environmentally conscious full service native nursery -- a proven leader in the industry for over 35 years; veteran owned and operated by its founder Certified Arborist Mick Gnaegy. They offer native shrubbery and trees, natural habitat restoration, plant mitigation, plant sales and installation. Mix'd Greens is located at 28905 SW 162nd Ave, Homestead, FL 33033 with 10 acres of container-grown trees, 70 acres of field-grown palms and trees, and 20 acres of mango and avocado groves. Call 305-245-1722. https://www.facebook.com/Mixd-Greens-Inc-106430744469381/

Outdoor Weekend Fun

Visit Redland Equestrian Center

Bring the family to the 17 acre Redland Equestrian Center for farm and horse tours, or horseback riding tours of the Redland, open at 10am everyday by pre-paid reservation. Kids will love a day outside on the farm with pony and horse lead rides, petting farm, oak tree hammock and lychee grove. Reserve your agricultural learning events for school, company or birthday. Enjoy photography session with horses and other animals. The largest and oldest equestrian center in the area, Redland Equestrian Center is a great place for horse boarding and training, since 1999. Call 786-650-6173 for details. http://RedlandLife.com

Tropical Event Space

Mon Petit Garden

Since 2020, in the heart of the Redland, Mon Petit Garden' indoor and outdoor venues have been the setting for many fabulous events, from weddings and bridal showers to baptisms, baby showers, birthday parties, gender reveals and more, offering multiple spaces suitable to every event. Enjoy the setting of a beautiful sunset at the Coral Wall Waterfall, at the Old Barn, amongst 10 acres of Avocado and Mango trees, behind the Round Door or underneath the Acacia Tree. Mon Petit Garden, located at 21601 SW 154th Avenue, is open daily from 10am to 8pm. Call 305-333-4500, email office@monpetitgarden.com, Instagram: @monpetitgarden.com or get details at https://monpetitgarden.com/venue-home/

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