Greetings {name},

Friday, November 11 is Veteran's Day, an opportunity to honor and thank all military personnel who served the United States in all wars, particularly living veterans.

November 13 is World Kindness Day, a day to encourage us to be kind to others.

Tuesday, November 15 is National Philanthropy Day, a chance to consider giving to worthy causes and an opportunity to honor all those generous philanthropists that have contributed so much to our common good.

Thursday, November 24 is Thanksgiving Day, a federal holiday, a time for considering all our blessings, a day of parades and gatherings, and a long weekend of family gatherings and feasting.

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.

majestic coconut palms gleam in the afternoon sun

click on the image to see enlargement.

Redland scenic photo illustrations © Robin and Robert Burr.

THIS WEEKEND

Weekend of November 12-13

Miami Rum Fest - Rum Renaissance Tasting Event

Get tickets for the 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

Next Weekend

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.

This Month

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

This Week

New Stores Are Open

A few notable new openings this week in Homestead include the new Target at 2551 NE 9th Court and Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers at 2301 NE 8th Street.

Thursday, November 10

Black Panther - Wakanda Forever

Queen Ramonda (Angela Bassett), Shuri (Letitia Wright), M'Baku (Winston Duke), Okoye (Danai Gurira) and the Dora Milaje (including Florence Kasumba), fight to protect their nation from intervening world powers in the wake of King T'Challa's death. As the Wakandans strive to embrace their next chapter, the heroes must band together with the help of War Dog Nakia (Lupita Nyong'o) and Everett Ross (Martin Freeman) and forge a new path for the kingdom of Wakanda. Get details and purchase tickets online.

Friday, November 11 at 10am

Cuban Missile Crisis 60th Anniversary

Celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Cuban Missile Crisis with free entrance to Everglades National Park on Veteran's Day at the Ernest F. Coe Visitor Center, 40001 State Highway 9336. Learn about the Cuban Missile Crisis, the legacy of the Cold War and the Nike Missile Soldier experience in the Everglades with Nike Missile Veterans. In addition, a ranger-led tour of the HM-69 Nike Missile Base will be offered at 2pm or a self-guided drive thru of the missile base will be available for visitors from 10am to 2pm. Get details online.

Friday, November 11 at 10am

Garden Tour with the Horticulturist

Take a one hour walking tour with the Fruit & Spice Park Horticulturist. Each tour will focus on a different region or collection. Arrive 15 to 20 minutes early to receive your wristband after paying in the Park Store. Please RSVP by calling 305-247-5727. https://redlandfruitandspice.com/event/tour-with-the-horticulturist-3/

Saturday, November 12 and 13 from 10am to 5pm

Fruit and Spice Park Fall Adventure Weekend

Celebrate the fall season at Fruit and Spice Park during this fun filled weekend with fall photo backdrops, scavenger hunts, fruits from this season to see and taste, and tram tours featuring what’s in season. No pets, please. Call 305-247-5727. https://redlandfruitandspice.com/event/fall-adventure/

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/

Weekend of November 12-13

Miami Rum Fest - Rum Renaissance Tasting Event

Get tickets for the 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

Big Weekend Sale

Sunday, November 13 at 9am

AOS Orchid Judging and Sale

R. F. Orchids will host an American Orchid Society Outreach Judging at the Banyan Pavilion, located at 28100 SW 182 Avenue in Homestead. Bring your beautiful blooming orchids to be judged by Accredited Judges of the AOS. Plant registration is 9am to 11am. Judging is 11am to 1pm. In addition to the judging, Bob Fuchs will be giving a demonstration entitled, "Preparing Orchids for Exhibition" where he will be showing how to prepare orchids with that perfect look to be considered for an award. And to sweeten the deal even more, R. F. Orchids will be having an open house and sale that weekend -- a win-win deal for all orchid enthusiasts. https://www.aos.org

Monday, November 14 from 6:15 to 7pm

Adult Beginner Learn2Swim at South Dade Park Pool

Register for the adult swim lessons at South Dade Park Pool, 28151 SW 164th Avenue. The cost is $60 for ten weekday lessons through November 25. Call 305-248-1386. Get details online. https://www.miamidade.gov/parks/south-dade.asp

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.

Saturday, December 10 from 10am to 2pm

Winter In the Redlands - School Baazar
Redland Middle School is hosting a Winter Bazaar on Saturday, December 10. Vendors are welcome to apply. Redland Middle School is located at 16001 SW 248 Street. For details, email Ms. Rodriguez at: plrodriguez@dadeschools.net

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Living The Good Life in the Countryside

Ready to enjoy the serenity of living in the countryside? Discover a wonderland of delightful country estates and magnificent homes in the Redland region -- only minutes away from the the city, but a world away from the crowds. Nobody knows the Redland region better than Florida's number one realtor -- Nancy O'Brien of The Keyes Company. Call 305-632-2355. https://nancyobrien.keyes.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