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Monday, October 31 is Halloween, a time for kids to dress up, go trick-or-treat and attend special events, after a weekend of theme parties.

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/

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

A Coral Rock house on SW 157th Avenue represents the simple vernacular style of early dwellings made of quarried rock in the Redland region.

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Redland scenic photo illustrations © Robin and Robert Burr.

Saturday, November 19

FNGLA 2022 Buster & Demott Family Fishing Tournament

Join the Florida Nursery, Growers and Landscape Association's Miami-Dade Chapter for the 22nd Annual Buster & DeMott Family Fishing Tournament, raising money to support students seeking a degree in horticultural sciences or landscape architecture. The cost is $70 per adult, $30 per junior angler 15 years old and up. $25 to sign up as a team to be eligible for team prize. Captain's meeting on the 18th at 6pm. Awards dinner at Redland Golf & Country Club follows the tournament. Call 305-248-1117. Get details and register online.

Mark Your Calendar
Saturday, November 5 at 6pm

One Night In The Tropics Gala

The University of Florida Tropical Research & Education Center (TREC) and the 2022 Gala Committee invite you to its 8th annual One Night In The Tropics Gala fundraiser featuring fabulous local flavors in food, drink and live music. Sponsorship Opportunities are available. For more information, Contact Monique Scoggin mls6664@ufl.edu or 786-2179226. Get details and register online. http://www.tinyurl.com/onit2022

Open Monday thru Saturday

Knaus Berry Farm Bakery

The bakery is open at Knaus Berry Farm, 15980 SW 248 Street. Make plans to stock up on those famously delicious baked delights. Call 305-247-0668. https://knausberryfarm.com

Now Open

Flama Brazilian Steakhouse

Located on US1 at SW 276 Street, Flama Steakhouse is a new Brazilian restaurant serving Rodizio with unique, traditional Brazilian flavors. An incredible selection of roasted and grilled meats served right off the cooking skewer and sliced right at your table. Meals are accompanied by sumptuous gourmet salads with cheeses, fresh vegetables, cold meats, and delicious side dishes, with traditional desserts like passion fruit mousse and Brazilian Pudim. Flama Brazilian Steakhouse is located at 27667 South Dixie Highway. Call 786-650-2768. https://www.flamasteakhouse.com

Friday, October 28 from 1 to 3pm

Trace Your Family - Beginning Genealogy Classes

Grab your lunch and learn with the Miami-Dade Public Library Special Collections Department, hosted by the Genealogical Society of Greater Miami. This nine week online Zoom course is designed to teach you how to begin researching your family. This is a true beginners course and is perfect for someone who is just starting their research or those who need a review of the basics. Your instructors will be Tamara Hallo, Lorrie Martin, Giselle Alonso, Ariana Franco, and Magaly Park. Get details and register online.

Friday, October 28 at 7 or 9pm

Ghost Hunting Tour

Join the Haunted South Florida team for a Ghost Hunting workshop -- and then you become the investigator when you participate in a hands-on actual investigation of the infamous Seminole Theatre. Get details and purchase tickets online.

Saturday, October 29

Pooch Parade at Royds

Royd's on Krome is inviting all doggy enthusiasts to their Pooch Parade on Saturday -- bring your dogs in costume and have fun. Royd's is located at 20800 SW 177 Avenue. Call 305-799-8996. https://roydssfl.com

Sunday, October 29 from noon to 4pm

Spooktacular Fun at the Cybrarium

Bring the kids for the Homestead Cybrarium Spooktacular celebration with crafts, games, candy, and more, starting with Face painting from noon to 3pm, followed by Shadow puppets performance from Fantasy Theatre Factory. https://cybrarium.libcal.com/event/9517546

Saturday, October 29 at 1pm

Halloween Movies

Seminole Theater presents its family friendly Halloween spooktacular day with costume contests, trick or treating, and more -- featuring a showing of DreamWorks animated, Monsters vs Aliens: Mutant Pumpkins from Outerspace. Come dressed in your most terrifying costume, enjoy some snacks and drinks in our haunted lobby before the movie event. Get details and purchase tickets online.

Saturday, Oct 29 at 6 and 10pm

The Rocky Horror Picture Show

This cult classic film will be projected in the theatre -- plus a Shadow Cast of characters be performing in sync with the film. But the fun won't stop there, you can bring your own prop bags, and there will also be special interactive VIP seats on set. Showings at 6 and 10pm. Use promor code to save $5: ROCKY4US. Get details and purchase tickets online.

Saturday, October 29 at 7pm

Game of Thrones Party

Winter is coming. Schnebly Winery and Miami Brewing Company present: Game of Thrones Party -- a medieval affair with live bands, a costume contest (wear your Targaryen wigs of course), a fireworks show, and much more. Admission is $12.50. Get details and purchase tickets online.

October 29 at 7pm

Bat Talk and Night Walk

Join the naturalist for a walk and talk about bats, starting with a talk inside on the importance and bats and common misconceptions. Then hike through the hammock suing special acoustic devices to listen for bat calls. The cost is $6. Castellow Hammocvk Preserve is located at 22301 SW 162 Avenue. Call 305-9242-7688. https://www.miamidade.gov/parks/castello-hammock.asp

Sunday, October 30 at 2pm

Composting 101

Join University of Florida Master Gardener Volunteer, Terri Stephens, at the Redland Fruit & Spice Park as she teaches the step-by-step process of turning leaves, branches, paper plates and other recyclable materials into rich organic soil called compost. Compost is organic material that can be added to soil to help plants grow. Food scraps and yard waste together currently make up more than 30 percent of what we throw away, and could be composted instead. Learn how to compost and help keep these materials out of landfills. Presented by UF/IFAS Miami-Dade Cooperative Extension Service. Ages 12 years and up. Attendees will receive a voucher for a free composting bin following the presentation. $25 to participants with free entry into the park. $5 for FSP members. Get details online and RSVP by calling 305-247-5727. https://redlandfruitandspice.com/event/composting/

Celebrating Redland Agriculture

November is Miami-Dade Farmers' Month

The Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau is celebrating the month of November with special recognition for the farmers and growers of South Florida's Redland Agricultural Region -- Miami's Bountiful Countryside. With a spotlight on farming, citizens can learn more about the many contributions of South Dade farmers through engaging experiences at farms and related businesses in the Redland during Miami-Dade Farmers Month. https://www.miamiandbeaches.com/miami-dade-farmers-month

Friday, November 4 at 4:30pm

Youth Lounge at the Cybrarium

Teens and young adults, this is your time at the Cybrarium. Enjoy board games, card games, and trivia games with friends. Light refreshments will be provided. Ages 13 to 26. Get details online.

Saturday, November 5 at 4pm

Losner Park Grand Re-Opening

Downtown Homestead’s Losner Park, located at 104 N. Krome Ave., Homestead, Florida will reopen with an epic celebration showcasing not only the park’s expansion and first-class amenities, but a concert headlined by Journeys former lead vocalist Steve Augeri and a spectacular fireworks show. The park has nearly tripled in size and has been transformed into a central attraction that builds upon its legacy as a community gathering place. The celebration will kick off with a ribbon cutting celebration, followed by special presentations like the unveiling of the new Homestead Everglades Safari augmented reality app. As visitors explore the park’s new amenities such as the all-ages playground, event stage complete with a great lawn, veterans’ memorial, and lush landscaping with native trees and plants they’ll also be able to peruse a Craft Market with local, handmade items. The Losner Park Grand Opening has also partnered with Eats and Beats Food Truck Party to bring an array of South Florida’s most sought after food trucks to satisfy any craving. The celebratory affair will culminate with a performance by Journeys former lead vocalist, Steve Augeri, as well as a synchronized pyrotechnic display. Get details online. https://www.cityofhomestead.com/losnerpark

Saturday, November 5 at 6pm

One Night In The Tropics Gala

The University of Florida Tropical Research & Education Center (TREC) and the 2022 Gala Committee invite you to its 8th annual One Night In The Tropics Gala fundraiser featuring fabulous local flavors in food, drink and live music. Sponsorship Opportunities are available. For more information, Contact Monique Scoggin mls6664@ufl.edu or 786-2179226. Get details and register online. http://www.tinyurl.com/onit2022

Wednesday, November 9 at 6pm

Homestead History with Dr. Paul George

Attend a local history presentation at the Cybrarium. Dr. Paul S. George, the resident historian for the HistoryMiami Museum, will host a presentation on the history of Homestead and South Dade. 28 seats available. Get details and register online.

Saturday, November 12 from 4 to 7pm

Bluegrass and BBQ at Anderson's Corner

Dade Heritage Trust celebrates 50 years of preservation at the historic Anderson’s Corner -- perhaps the oldest building still standing from the pioneer era of the Redland countryside. Check in on the new restoration with a fun afternoon in South Dade. Enjoy great BlueGrass Music from the Rambling String Band and tasty BBQ from Smoke and Spice. RSVP and get $75 tickets online. https://dadeheritagetrust.org/event/andersons-corner-bluegrass-and-bbq-to-benefit-dht/

Sunday, November 13 - Miami Rum Festival

Rum Renaissance Tasting Event

Save the dates for the upcoming Miami Rum Renaissance Festival in Coral Gables on the weekend of November 12-13, 2022. Saturday begins with a series of seminars -- Cane To Glass -- featuring a complete review of the production process from cane culture and fermentation to distillation, wood management and blending. Sunday is the grand tasting event with more than 150 rums from around the world, plus a collection of vintage, limited edition and rare rums to taste. Get tickets online in advance before they sell out. https://www.rumrenaissance.com

Dependable Friendly 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 and anyone that needs computer help. They solve problems and get computers up and running at top speed quickly. Serving more than a thousand clients in South Florida over the past three decades. Just call when you need a little help. 305-444-1984. https://www.twocomputerguys.com

Now Booking Events

The Banyan Pavilion at R.F. Orchids

Nestled in the lush tropical garden at R.F. Orchids, the Banyan Pavilion is the Redland’s most desirable event space -- a covered 40 × 60 patio complete with restrooms, lighting and ceiling fans. The facility includes two adjacent chickees, one with a permanent wet bar, and a gazebo perfect for wedding ceremonies. The main pavilion space easily accommodates tables for 100 guests, while the small chickee can be set up for food service. For details and scheduling, please email sales@rforchids.com or visit the web page. https://rforchids.com/banyan-pavilion/

A Unique Dining Experience

Royd’s on Krome

Bring the family to Royd's On Krome to enjoy the delightful ambience of an old Southwestern town, featuring a mix of Latin and Southern comfort food, with fresh fruit milkshakes and home-made desserts. On the weekends, enjoy the mechanical bull rides, pony rides and a farm animal exhibit for the kids, with live music and 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. https://roydssfl.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