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Josie Gulliksen

Josie Gulliksen is a freelance writer and major arts advocate and enthusiast who loves everything cultural and is excited to live in such a thriving community as Miami. A Miami native, aside from Miami on the Cheap, she currently writes for Artburst Miami and contributes to Edible South FL and Miami Media Group. She has contributed to Miami.com, Biscayne Times and Miami New Times. She worked for nearly a decade at Miami Today as Calendar Editor and arts writer and then worked for 13 years in public relations. She has her own blog Scene Around South FL at josiegulliksen.com

Miami Beach Family Day is an annual citywide event with numerous activities happening at a variety of sites that has something for all ages. You get to choose which ones interest you and they are all free for Miami Beach residents. This year’s event is scheduled for Saturday, April 4 and here’s the schedule of …

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It’s that time again. Time to figure out how much money you made, where it all went and hopefully you’ll discover that the annual income tax bite out of your wallet isn’t so bad after all.  Tax Day is Wednesday, April 15, 2026 but if you’re expecting a refund, you can file early. If you need …

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The Miami River is one of Miami’s most traversed waterways and will once again be celebrated during the 27th Annual Miami Riverday Festival. It’s happening Saturday, April 11 from 1-6 p.m. at Lummus Park Historic District, 250 NW North River Dr. The event will include boat rides along the Miami River, historical tours and re-enactments, …

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Gables Gallery Night is one of Miami’s longest running first Friday of the month events, spanning nearly four decades now. The evening is a great way to visit the multitude of galleries in the City Beautiful.  Click here to see a list of participating galleries open from 6-10 p.m. While traipsing through Downtown Coral Gables, …

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The New Music Miami Festival (NMMF) is back with festival discussions and concerts that are free to the public, no ticket required thanks to the generosity of the Festival’s sponsors. The concerts take place on Wednesdays at 7 p.m. at alternating Miami Beach venues FIU Miami Beach Urban Studios, 420 Lincoln Rd., Ste. 440 and …

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The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts is Miami’s premier performing arts venue and now the center is taking its show on the road, bringing free performances to other locations in the community.  Arsht on the Road (AOTR) is a series of pop-up performances that aims to bring the Arsht Center experience to everyone in …

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The Ocean Drive Promenade Music Series presents a free concert every Sunday from 5-6:30 p.m. between 14th Street and 14th Place in Lummus Park on Ocean Drive in Miami Beach in front of The Betsy Hotel.  Concerts feature talented local South Florida performers. Bring a picnic, lawn chairs, blankets, and your whole gang to enjoy …

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Miami is preparing for a fun Easter season,. complete with egg hunt adventures and photo opportunities for the entire family.  Easter is Sunday, April 5, 2026. But be aware that not all holiday-themed events will take place on that specific date. Dates are indicated in bold for each entry. We also have news on egg …

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