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Friday, August 18 is Hawaii Statehood Day, celebrating the Pacific island chain's admission as a state on August 21, 1959.

Saturday, August 19 is National Aviation Day. In 1939 President Franklin Roosevelt proclaimed this day to coincide with the birthday of Orville Wright, who piloted the Wright Flyer.

Sunday, August 20 is Senior Citizens Day, commemorating the day President Franklin Roosevelt signed the Social Security Act in 1935.

August Specials

R.F. Orchids Online

Discover great deals at R.F. Orchids, now presenting Vanda Mandela Eda Thompson "Yellow Jacket" and Vanda Carol Andrews "Polka Dots" on sale for $79.95. Visit the nursery or order online.

Thursday, August 17 at 6:30pm

Night Tours at The Historic Walton House

Visit the Historic Walton House for a tour at night. See this beautifully unique venue transform right before your eyes as night falls within these stunning gardens. Get details online.

Friday, August 18 from 5 to 7pm

Golden Hour Fridays At Schnebly's

Taste the Sunset in Miami's Countryside at Schnebly Redland's Winery and Miami Brewing Company as the present Golden Hour with $2 off select appetizers, mixed drinks, select wine by the glass and select beer by the pint. Get details online.

Friday, August 18 at 9:45pm

Blue Beetle

Recent college grad Jaime Reyes returns home full of aspirations for his future, only to find that home is not quite as he left it. As he searches to find his purpose in the world, fate intervenes when Jaime unexpectedly finds himself in possession of an ancient relic of alien biotechnology: the Scarab. When the Scarab suddenly chooses Jaime to be its symbiotic host, he is bestowed with an incredible suit of armor capable of extraordinary and unpredictable powers, forever changing his destiny as he becomes the Super Hero Blue Beetle. Get details online.

Saturday, August 19 at 7pm

Gran Turismo: Sneak Previews with special Q&A

The ultimate wish fulfilment tale of a teenage Gran Turismo player whose gaming skills won a series of Nissan competitions to become an actual professional race car driver. Based on a true story. Get details online.

Saturday, August 19 at 7pm

Karaoke Saturdays at Miami Brewing Company

Meet up with friends at Miami Brewing Company on Saturday evening for Karaoke and beer. Sing your heart out with liquid courage. Admission is free. Get details and RSVP online.

Thursday, August 24 from 5 to 8pm

Game Night Thursdays at the Brewery

It's Game Night in the Taproom. Enjoy a variety of games starting at 5pm at Miami Brewing Company. Buy a pitcher, get a free game of pool. Get details online.

Saturday, August 26 at 11am

Butterfly Walk at Deering

Explore various habitats in search of the Ruddy Daggerwing, Dina Yellow, and Atala as well as the nearly 40 species of butterflies on a guided tour though their favorite spots on the Estate. Guests are encouraged to document their flora and fauna findings on the iNaturalist app. The cost is $15 per adult (ages 15+), $7 per youth (ages 4-14). Get details online.

Saturday, August 26 from 8am to 3pm

Rock the Block on SW 6th Street

Community members to come together and contribute their efforts to create a better and more beautiful neighborhood. The event will commence with a groundbreaking ceremony for the new homes that the CRA is constructing in vacant parcels within the SW 6th Street neighborhood. Following the ceremony, enthusiastic volunteers will engage in various projects to beautify the community, including landscaping, trash pick-up, and mailbox installation, all aimed at enhancing the neighborhood's appearance and quality of life. RSVP to volunteer online.

Saturday, August 26 at 8pm

Summer Cabaret Concert - Melina Soochan

Enjoy another Summer Cabaret Concert at the Deering Estate ballroom, featuring Melina Soochan with a unique blend of cover songs in the genres of pop, soul and rnb, infused with sultry elements of jazz, lounge and bossa nova, side by side with her original pop-RnB music. The cost is $120 per table of four people. Get details online.

Sunday, August 27 at 1pm

Artist Talk: Donna Ruff, Terra Incognita

The Deering Estate presents an artist talk with Donna Ruff as part of their Donna Ruff exhibit. The Artist Talk is a free event, when you RSVP online. Get details online.

Sunday, August 27 at 2pm

Proper Pruning Workshop

Register to attend a workshop on the proper pruning of tropical fruit trees (1.5 hours) with Jeff Wasielewski, UF/IFAS Extension Miami-Dade County. Learn the reasons why Tropical fruit trees should be pruned to keep them healthy and producing. Arrive 15-20 minutes early to receive your wristband after paying in the park store. Please RSVP in advance by calling 305-247-5727. Get details and purchase tickets online.

Monday, August 28 at 3pm

Chess Club at the Cybrarium

Discover the exciting world of chess at the Cybrarium. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced player, this is the perfect opportunity to improve your skills, learn strategies, enjoy a friendly game and have fun. Get details online.

Trivia and Karaoke Fun

Bronze Dragon Entertainment

For Hire -- bringing you the best trivia and karaoke nights in town, Bronze Dragon Entertainment's trivia is fast paced -- with no time to cheat, no team member limits, only a cell phone required, no app needed for the multiple choice answers. They take audience suggestions for questions and categories, and can do special theme nights on request. Experience their Karaoke That Cares, fair rotations, with veteran hosts that adjust levels and effects constantly so that you always sound your best -- more than 50,000 tracks to choose from with backing vocals and adjustable key and tempo. Reach Bronze Dragon on social media for upcoming local shows and events, and to arrange your own private parties and special events. https://linktr.ee/BronzeDragon

Dependable Friendly Computer 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, seniors and anyone who needs a little help with their computer. TCG solves 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 305-444-1984 when you need a little help. https://www.twocomputerguys.com

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Infused Honey at South Tip

South Tip Hemp'a honey infused with high-quality, broad-spectrum CBD distillate and CBG isolate provides you with a convenient and tasty way to incorporate CBD into your daily routine. Each teaspoon of CBD infused honey contains 20mg of cannabinoids (10mg CBG + 10mg CBD), making it easy to adjust your serving size based on your individual needs. Get details and order online. https://southtip.com/shop/infused-honey-cbg-cbd/

A Unique Countryside Dining Experience

Royd’s on Krome Avenue

Bring the family to Royd's on Krome to enjoy the delightful ambience of Miami's countryside, featuring a mix of Latin and Southern comfort food, with fresh fruit milkshakes and home-made desserts. On the weekends, enjoy the farm animal exhibit for the kids and live music with 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