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

It’s time to start thinking about sending the kids back to school. Some free school supplies are offered at lots of events in Miami-Dade County for students returning to school for the 2024 fall session. Events sometimes include free physicals, food vouchers, or even free haircuts. Back To School events occasionally include fun activities and …

Getting outside and breathing in fresh air is always a good thing. Miami’s many gardens are an ideal setting for taking a nice, long stroll surrounded by lush, colorful scenery. To keep up with latest news, sign up for the daily Miami on the Cheap newsletter. You can also follow us on Facebook. Historic spots such as Fairchild …

Take the family out to a Miami Marlins ballgame this spring and summer with these great deals all season long. You can enjoy baseball for as little as $1 for kids’ tickets on select Monday nights. During the summer, tickets are just $5 for everyone Monday through Thursday. Seniors can even get free entry on …

AileyCamp Miami at the Adrienne Arsht Center provides an incredible opportunity to underprivileged youth. For six weeks, 1,000 11 to 14-year-old young campers develop their artistic talents during the full-scholarship summer day camp program. You can see what they learned in a free performance titled “Legacy of Excellence” on Saturday, July 27, 2024, at 7 …

The Miami Beach Classical Music Festival will present their free Summer Series with concerts at Lummus Park, between 14th Street and 14th Place, on South Beach and at The Betsy Hotel, 1440 Ocean Dr., Miami Beach. Here is the line-up: Thursday, June 27 at 8 p.m. The Betsy Hotel Open Aria Night. The Magic Flute Cast …

The folks behind “Wake up Miami!” say the world is a nice place to live when you wake up with music. That’s why they’re presenting free live music, dance and performances during the morning commute at the busiest Metrorail/Metromover station in Miami: the Government Center, 101 NW First St. The music will play every Monday morning …

One way to deal with the summer heat in Miami is to stay indoors and the mall is always a good option. It’s even better when kids can eat free! That’s what Dadeland Mall is offering every Monday until Sept. 2. There are lots of deals throughout the mall where with an adult entree or …

Celebrate the summer solstice with Make Music Miami (MMM) and make the longest day of the year a special one with performances from local musicians! MMM is the Miami edition of Make Music Day, which takes place Friday, June 21, 2024, and is billed as “a free celebration of music around the world.” There will …

Doral Yard offers “a community gathering concept with innovative culinary offerings and 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 have arrived. To keep up with latest news, sign up for the daily Miami-South Florida on …

Public school will be out soon (June 6 to be exact) and for parents, that means keeping the kids busy with summer camp. Whether your kids are artistic, outdoorsy or creative, we’ve got an inexpensive option for your consideration. The City of Miami and Miami-Dade Parks and Recreation Departments, as well as those in individual …

Spending Sundays with family is always a goal and ICA Miami in the Miami Design District makes it just a little easier, and a lot of fun with their weekly Family Sundays at ICA Miami. Reserved tickets are required. Here is the schedule for the upcoming Family Sunday events: May 19: “Musical Storytelling” May 26: …