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Thursday, April 13 is Thomas Jefferson's Birthday. He was the nation's first secretary of state, second vice-president, and third president.

Saturday, April 15 is Husband Appreciation Day, celebrated on the third Saturday in April. It's also Titanic Remembrance Day, dedicated to the memory of the luxury liner Titanic, and over 1500 people who died when she sank on this day in 1912.

Sunday, April 16 is National Eggs Benedict Day, which requires no further explanation.

Monday, April 17 is Laylat al Qadr on the Muslim calendar, marking the time when the Koran’s first verses were revealed to the Islamic prophet Muhammed.

Tuesday, April 18 is Yom HaShoah (Holocaust Remembrance Day), a time to remind people of the deadly consequences of allowing bigotry, hatred, and indifference to become normalized.

Thursday, April 20 is 420 Day, an international counterculture holiday based on the celebration and consumption of cannabis and derivatives.

Saturday, April 22 is Earth Day, established on April 22, 1970, in support of the environment and in protest of harmful environmental practices.

Thursday, April 27 is Take our Daughters and Sons to Work Day on the fourth Thursday of the month.

Friday, April 28 is Arbor Day, the last Friday of the month, upon which individuals and groups are encouraged to plant trees and appreciate the critical role they play in our natural environment.

A delicate and ornate Iris blossom of the Iridaceae family emerges in the sunlight.

Deadline June 1st

HCA Arts Scholarships

Homestead Center for the Arts, in association with What if Works and Baptist Health of Homestead, is offering four $1,000 scholarships to graduating high school seniors and first-year college students in the realms of Theatre, Dance, Music, Creative Writing, Visual and Media Arts. Send your completed application to: Dr. H. Mary Leonce-James; PO Box 901492; Homestead, FL 33090-1492. For inquiries, call 786-728-1018. Get more details online and use the online application form to get started.

Sat/Sun, April 15–16 from 9am to 7pm

Miami-Dade CountryFest

This free annual festival offers a weekend of entertainment for all ages and attracts cattle enthusiasts from around the globe at the Ronald Reagan Equestrian Center at Tropical Park, 7900 Bird Road. Experience two days of non-stop fun with rides, live music, food trucks, a thrilling professional rodeo show and other enjoyable activities for adults and children alike. Get details and purchase tickets online.

Saturday, April 15 from 11am to 5pm

Brews and Shopping Farmer's Market

Miami Brewing Company is proud to announce the return of their Brews and Shopping Farmer's Market. Enjoy a delightful day of shopping and sipping as they showcase the very best of local produce and craft beers. Browse the farmers market and indulge in a refreshing pint from Miami Brewing Company. Support our community and enjoy the perfect Sunday outing with friends and family. Get details online.

Saturday, April 15 at 7pm

Latin Night Saturdays at the Winery

Schnebly Winery is thrilled to present Latin Night Saturdays, featuring the sensational La Cuarta Band live from 8pm to midnight for a night of fiery music and dancing. A $12.50 cover charge will apply to all patrons on property (beginning at 7pm), with VIP seating available for $20. Get details and purchase tickets online.

Saturday, April 15 from 7:30 to 9:30pm

Expressions - An Evening Of Dance

Expressions Dance Company is a non-profit, performing arts company providing the opportunity for promising young dancers, ages ten to eighteen, to perform in a professional atmosphere and to work with guest performers and choreographers from around the world. Through the financial support of individuals and businesses in our community Expressions Dance Company presents two performances a year -- A Holiday Fantasy held in December and An Evening of Dance held each Spring. This event takes place at the Seminole Theatre, 18 North Krome in downtown Homestead. Call 786-650-2073. Get details and purchase $17 tickets online.

Thursday, April 20 from 7 to 9pm

International Dark Sky Week

Visit the Naranja Library to enjoy the beauty of the night sky and celebrate International Dark Sky Week. Use telescopes to take a closer look, engage with a NASA Solar System Ambassador and listen to stories under the stars. Weather permitting. For details, contact the branch at 305-242-2290 or email: gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. Appropriate for all ages.

https://mdpls.org/event/7957244

Friday, April 21 at 8pm

Country Night - Line Dancing

Get your Daisy Dukes and cowboy boots ready for Miami Brewing Company’s famous Country Night every Friday starting at 8pm in the Taproom. Don’t worry if you don’t know how; the amazing 300PoundBlackGuy is there to pump you up and teach you the moves to become a Line Dancing pro in no time. Plus, artisanal beer galore to get those muscles relaxed. Admission is just $10 including a jello shot or water bottle. Get details online.

Starts April 21

Once On This Island Jr

The Seminole Theatre Players present a story of love, bravery, and strength. An island of storytellers come together to tell the story of the peasant girl, Ti Moune. An orphan, chosen by the Gods, is taken into a simple and loving family, though content, she feels like she was destined for something more. After a terrible accident caused by a wicked storm, Ti Moune falls for a handsome, ailing, stranger whom she tries desperately to nurse back to health. She bargains with the Gods for his life, but to do so she must make the ultimate sacrifice. This sets our young peasant girl on the ultimate quest to answer the age-old question, can love conquer death? Get details and purchase tickets online.

Saturday, April 22 at 10am

Lamplighters Writers Group

For those interested in joining the writers' group, the Lamplighters meet at 10am on Saturdays at the Homestead Cybrarium at 80 West Mowry Drive in Homestead. Members share information and tips on writing poetry, short stories, novels and more. Send email to novagem@gmail.com for more information. Get details online.

Saturday, April 22 at 2pm

Lamplighter's Open Mic

Come to the Cybrarium to listen to stories by local writers as the Lamplighters Writing Group holds an open mic session. All are welcome. https://cybrarium.libcal.com/event/10464566

Thursday, April 27 from 7 to 9pm

Disney's High School Musical

Disney Channel's smash hit movie musical comes to life on stage at the Seminole Theatre by the Somerset Academy Charter High Visual and Performing Arts Academy. Troy, Gabriella and the students of East High must deal with issues of first love, friends and family while balancing classes and extracurricular activities. Disney's High School Musical is fun for the whole family and will get everyone in the theatre singing. The Stallion Theatre Department is a one of kind program in South Florida. The program offers students from grades 6-12 to excel in their craft and grow as young artists in the industry. Get details and purchase tickets online.

Saturday, April 29 from 1 to 5pm

Artisan Craft Fair at Losner Park

Bring the family out for a delightful fair in Loser Park featuring arts, unique crafts, music, food trucks and more. Get details online.

Saturday, April 29

Dade County Farm Bureau BBQ Prime Rib Dinner

Bring the family out for the annual Dade County Farm Bureau Barbecue Prime Rib Dinner honoring George Suarez, at DiMare Annex, 500 Krome, (corner of Davis Parkway) in Florida City. Gates open from 5:30 until 10pm and Prime Rib dinner is served between 6 and 8pm. Tickets are $50 for adults and $25 for children. Get tickets at DCFB office at 1850 Old Dixie Highway in Homestead, from a farm bureau director or at the gate. Call 305-246-5514. Get details online.

Save The Date

Saturday, May 20 from 2 to 6pm

Military Appreciation Day in Homestead

The tenth Annual Military Appreciation Day brings excitement and entertainment to downtown Homestead, with food, drinks, live music, and special performances to mark the occasion. Check out the collection of vintage and modern military vehicles such as boats, weaponry, and other interactive displays. This free community event centers at the newly expanded and renovated Losner Park located at 104 North Krome Avenue. Get details online.

Floral Works Of Art

Live Orchid Arrangements

Soroa Orchids has been providing live orchid arrangements to some of the most exclusive hotels and condominiums in south Florida for over 30 years. Their great advantage is the ability to select among the best orchids from over 30,000 square feet of greenhouses, with carefully crafted floral works of art, paying special attention to every detail -- color, balance, composition, and the use of unique decorative containers. Count on Soroa to design a variety of arrangements that will blend with any space and environment -- delivering the very best when it matters most. Located at 25750 SW 177th Ave (Krome). Call 305-898-3182. https://www.soroa-orchids.com