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Sunday, January 22 is Lunar New Year, also commonly known as Chinese New Year, is the most widely celebrated and most important holiday across Asia. It marks the start of a new year (The Year Of The Rabbit) based on the lunar calendar, a dating system that's based on the monthly cycle of the moon's phases. The rabbit (兔) is the fourth in the twelve-year cycle of animals that appear in the Chinese zodiac related to the Chinese calendar.

Thursday, January 26 is Spouse's Day, a time to enjoy and appreciate your better half.

Wednesday, February 1 is National Freedom Day, a chance to reflect on and remember the importance of freedom as a basic tenet, a founding principle, a bedrock doctrine of our society.

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

The symmetry of a coconut palm grove viewed from above

click on the image to see enlargement.

Redland scenic photo illustrations © Robin and Robert Burr.

This Saturday
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 at 10am 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

Friday, January 20 at 6:30pm

Movies In the Park: A Goofy Movie

The ‘90s are back and so is the City of Homestead Park and Recreation Department’s Movie in the Park event series. The festivities will continue with Disney's "A Goofy Movie" at Harris Field Park (1034 NE 8th Street). Attendees are encouraged to bring a picnic, blankets, and lawn chairs. Get details online.

Friday, January 20 at 6:30pm

Rain Barrel Workshop - Online Event

Join the Rain Barrel Workshop online, plus the drive-through rain barrel pickup the next day from 10am to noon. Learn about rain barrels to save and protect precious water resources. The workshop is free and the rain barrel package is $60. Get details online.

Friday, January 20 at 8pm

The World of Musicals

Top-notch young musical theater talent perform the most beloved songs in the music theater canon. From classics by Rodgers and Hammerstein and Stephen Sondheim, to heartrending ballads from Evita, Les Misérables, and Phantom of the Opera and exuberant contemporary favorites from Dirty Dancing, Mamma Mia, and Sister Act II -- you’ll be carried away on an enthralling theatrical journey. Run Time: 120 minutes with one intermission. Get details and purchase tickets online.

Sunday, January 22 at noon

Car Meet - Brews and Cars at the Tap Room

It’s Miami Brewing Company’s very first Car Meet Of The Year -- where music, beer, and the need for speed get together for a fun event at the Taproom. To RSVP, DM @miamibrewingco. Plus, Schnebly's Artisan Market to sip and shop local businesses from 11am to 5pm. Free admission. https://miamibrewing.com/events/ 

Wednesday, January 25 at 6pm

Homestead History with Dr. Paul George

Visit the Cybrarium as Dr. Paul S. George, resident historian at the HistoryMiami Museum, gives a presentation on the local history of Homestead and South Dade. https://cybrarium.libcal.com/event/9842966

Weekend of January 27-29

74th Annual Homestead Championship Rodeo

Experience the anual Miss Rodeo Homestead contest and three days of Barrel Racing, Bull Riding, Roping, Riding and Wrestling -- plus special acts like the Homestead Everglades Posse Precision Mounted Drill Team performs at the 74th Annual Homestead Championship Rodeo. Tickets are $25 per day for adults, $15 for kid 4 to 12. Doc DeMilly Rodeo Arena at Harris Field, 1034 NE 8th St, Homestead, FL 33030. Call 305-990-1668. https://www.homesteadrodeo.com

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

Save The Date

Wednesday, February 1 at 7:30pm

Sweet Baby James Tribute

Number one James Taylor tribute artist Bill Griese visits from Nashville with his acclaimed Sweet Baby James show performing the timeless music of the six-time Grammy winner. Not your typical tribute band fare, Griese brings you the songs and stories of Taylor in a refreshingly authentic way, using only his spot-on vocals and guitar playing on favorites like “Fire & Rain,” “You’ve Got a Friend,” “Shower the People,” “How Sweet It Is,” “Steamroller,” and moreIt’s a natural, respectful homage to an American original. Get details and order $30 tickets online.

Delicious Specialties

Tropical Fruit Milkshakes

When you want to experience the best of South Florida's bountiful treats, stop into Robert Is Here fruit stand for an amazing selection of fresh fruit milkshakes. Choose any combination, up to three flavors, including Banana, Blackberry, Cherry, Chocolate, Coconut, Key Lime, Orange, Papaya, Passion Fruit, Pineapple, Strawberry, Tamarind, Black Sapote, Blueberry, Canistel, Coffee, Dragon Fruit, Guava, Jackfruit, Mamey, Mango, Sapodilla, and Guanabana. Smoothies are the same as milkshakes except they are made with ice instead of milk. Sweetener choices are Sugar, Splenda, or Honey. Get details 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