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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, Biscayne Times, Edible South FL and Miami Media Group. 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.

Free & cheap events at the Wolfsonian on Miami Beach

The Wolfsonian-FIU Museum is more than just a venue to view art exhibitions. It also hosts free book discussions, art classes and family events. It’s a museum that explores the inventive and provocative character of the modern world through objects and design that reveal how the past influences the present and shapes the future.  The Wolfsonian …

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Free ‘New Music Miami Festival’ concerts

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 at 7 p.m. at The Wolfsonian-FIU, 1001 Washington Ave., Miami Beach. The FIU School of Music celebrates its 26th year of …

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Doral Yard features entertainment and events

Open-air venues are a welcome site nowadays, and the City of Doral now has one. Doral Yard offers “a community gathering concept with innovative culinary offerings and socially-distanced live music, fitness and cultural events.” Located in the downtown area at the corner of Main Street and Paseo, the white tents will let you know when you …

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Cheap Miami-Dade Spring Break camps for kids

Keep the kids from bouncing off the walls during Spring Break Week with these cheap options around town. They all run from March 20-24. Hurry and register as some deadlines approach quickly. Fit 2 Play camps are available at various Miami-Dade County parks. Hours are 9 a.m.-5 p.m., with early dropoff at 7:30 a.m. and …

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Free Miami Beach Culture Crawl

Take a free trolley and explore Miami Beach! Every third Thursday of the month, the city hosts its “Culture Crawl.” The event, from 6-9 p.m., aims to get residents and visitors alike exploring and becoming re-acquainted with Miami Beach and its plethora of cultural offerings. Several of the nation’s most prestigious institutions, cultural centers and …

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Free Gables Gallery Night on first Fridays

Gallery Nights at the Museum welcomes guests every first Friday of the month for free from 6-10 pm at the Coral Gables Museum.  Aside from the Museum, galleries to visit during Gables Gallery Night include: ArtSpace Virginia Miller Galleries, 169 Madeira Ave. Cernuda Arte, 3155 Ponce de Leon Blvd. Consulado de Colombia, 280 Aragon Ave. …

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Gold Coast Railroad Museum free admission day

All aboard! The Gold Coast Railroad Museum offers free admission on the first Saturday of every month, so get the family or friends together and head on out! The museum, at 12450 SW 152nd St. (next to Zoo Miami) houses historic trains as well as a number of interactive displays. Hours are 10 a.m. to …

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Free bluegrass festival at Greynolds Park

The South Florida Bluegrass Association offers a free bluegrass festival and acoustic jam on the first Sunday of the month at Greynolds Park, 18501 NE 22nd Ave., North Miami Beach.   After livestreaming in the past, the event is back in person, from 1-5 p.m. Musicians in attendance at the monthly jams are encouraged to bring …

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Cheap winter break camps in Miami

Miami-Dade County Parks are a great deal year-round for enjoying our fantastic “winter” weather, and they’re an even better option for inexpensive Winter Break camps.  During the two-week break, parks in all corners of the county offering camps that include fitness, arts and crafts, sports and several field trips for students age 6-14. Camps run …

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Redland GrowFest! a celebration of all things local

  The fifth annual Redland GrowFest! is scheduled from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Oct. 15-16 at the Redland Fruit & Spice Park in South Dade. The festival features edible plants, growing info, local food including cookoffs, art, tours, giveaways and kids stuff. GrowFest! is about connecting the dots between the farm or garden and …

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Redland International Orchid Festival

The Redland International Orchid Festival is a popular event in South Dade. In 2022, it’s 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. October 7-9 at Fruit and Spice Park in The Redland.  The event  showcases various types of orchids, plant and supplies for sale, and includes presentations. Food vendors are on site. Orchids are loved by gardeners …

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