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Sunday, December 25 is Christmas Day, the pinnacle of the holiday season for many Americans and a traditional time for festive gatherings and the exchange of gifts within families.

Saturday, December 31 is New Year's Eve, a popular occasion for celebrations marking the end of the year, with elaborate gatherings, festivities and fireworks.

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

The Redland Farm Life Nursery and Special Events Venue

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Redland scenic photo illustrations © Robin and Robert Burr.

Friday, December 23 from 10am to 5pm

Holiday Orchid Sale at Soroa

Enjoy deep discounts -- 25% -- on select high quality orchids during this Holiday Orchid Sale. Soroa Orchids is located at 25750 SW 177 Avenue. Call 305-248-2566. https://www.soroa-orchids.com

Friday, December 23 at 4:30pm

Cybrarium Youth Lounge: Winter Party

Have fun in a safe space designated for teens to share different vibes and views during Winter Break. For ages 13-18. https://cybrarium.libcal.com/event/9794339

Friday, December 23 at 5pm

Christmas Nights at Tinez Farms

Enjoy the holiday festivities at Tinex Farms on Krome, including yard games, Christmas craft station, letters to Santa station, pictures with Santa, holiday photo ops, garden maze, pictures with Elf on the shelf, Christmas movies, artificial snow, and snow tubing slide. Get details and purchase tickets online.

Saturday, December 24 at 6:45pm

Babylon at ShowBiz Cinemas

From Damien Chazelle, Babylon is an original epic set in 1920s Los Angeles led by Brad Pitt, Margot Robbie and Diego Calva, with an ensemble cast including Jovan Adepo, Li Jun Li and Jean Smart. A tale of outsized ambition and outrageous excess, it traces the rise and fall of multiple characters during an era of unbridled decadence and depravity in early Hollywood. https://www.showbizcinemas.com/film-info/homestead/babylon/

Starting Monday, December 26

Homestead National Parks Trolley Special Holiday Service

The City of Homestead will offer their special Holiday Service of the free Homestead National Parks Trolley at Homestead Station during the winter season. Trolley riders enjoy free transportation, free guided tours, and free admission to Everglades National Park, Biscayne National Park, and Homestead Bayfront Park. Start or end your journey in Downtown Homestead, where visitors can watch a performance at the Seminole Theatre, eat at local restaurants, or enjoy a stroll through the picturesque Losner Park. Visitors can also check out the Cybrarium, an ultra-modern, high-tech, multi-lingual public library or Showbiz Cinemas, which features the latest movie blockbusters and also has multi-lane bowling alley and modern arcade floor. Homestead Station is located at 4 South Krome. Get details online.

Wednesday, December 28 from 11:30am to noon

Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers

Bring your young children to the South Dade Regional Library Children's Room for stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers between 19 months and three years old. https://mdpls.org/event/7019536

Tuesday, January 3 at 7:30pm

Swan Lake at Cultural Arts Center

The State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine presents Swan Lake, the most famous ballet of classical heritage. His theatrical fate vividly illustrates all the significant aesthetic and artistic changes that the 20th-century ballet theater has undergone. The terrible spell of the magician Rothbart turns the beautiful Odette and her friends into swans, and only at night do they turn into human form. Only boundless and sincere love can break this spell. Prince Siegfried celebrates his coming of age in the garden of the castle. Guests, charming ladies-in-waiting, and Prince Benno's best friend are having fun. The Jolly Jester entertains everyone with dances. Get details and purchase tickets online.

Saturday/Sunday, January 14 & 15

Andersen Farms - South Florida Plant Sale

Calling all plant lovers - don't miss Anderson Farms' 50% off retail weekend sale of indoor and outdoor house plants. The first 100 online RSVP visitors receive a free three gallon Ficus Lyrata/Fiddle Leaf Fig just for showing up to Andersen Farms. Usually, Andersen Farms only sells wholesale, but they decided it’s time to share the love with anyone looking for plants for half retail price for a limited time. Andersen Farms is located at 18455 SW 272nd Street in Homestead. Get details online and RSVP for your free plant.

Saturday, January 21 at 10am

Redland Riot Road Rally

Every third Saturday in January, since 1994, this fruity, tropical history tour through the Redland agricultural region has delighted hundreds of families, history buffs, foodies and nature lovers with a whimsical adventure through the countryside. Dozens of car teams go searching for clues and enjoying the bounty of the Redland, stopping at wonderful places along the way. Meet at Cauley Square between 10 and 11am to get started. The big finale is at Schnebly Redland's Winery in the Miami Brewing Company Tap Room at 5pm. Get details and register your car team on the Redland Riot web site. https://www.redlandriot.com/Rallye.html

Save The Date

Saturday, January 28 from 6 to 8pm

Blue Jean Ball Rodeo Dance Dinner

The 2023 Soroptimist Blue Jean Ball Prime Rib Dinner will take place at the Harris Field Pavilion from 6 to 8pm, with dancing until 11pm. Participate with Raffle Tickets, 50/50 Raffle, Line Dancing and more. Soroptimist International of Homestead promotes the advancement of women and girls through volunteer service to the community. http://Homesteadrodeodance.com

Now through December 30 at 6:30pm

Zoo Lights Miami

Bring the family out to Zoo Miami for the spectacular Zoo Lights Miami presentation featuring more than a million bright and dazzling tree lights from 6:30 to 10pm -- until December 30th. Experience the large bright Holiday Tree, animal appearances, arts and crafts, and a visit by Santa Claus. Get details and purchase tickets online.

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