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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

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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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 Bass Museum of Arts in Miami Beach opened in 1964 and showcases contemporary art in both permanent and temporary exhibits. Are you a resident of Miami Beach? If so, you’re in luck! Miami Beach Residents enjoy free admission to The Bass all year round! Present a valid ID or proof of residence and receive …

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The Liberty Plaza Jazz Series season, presented by the Collins Park Neighborhood Association and The City of Miami Beach returns for its 2026 season featuring concerts through May. Here is the 2026 lineup: February 21: Ike & Val Woods March 21: The Mighty Flea Circus April 18: The Allison Briggs Quartet May 16: Jean P. …

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Coral Gables Museum welcomes you to “Family Day on Aragon” on the third Saturday of each month, with free admission, live music and special activities.  Upcoming event is on Sat., May 16 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.: Scavenger hunts throughout the day inspired by the several of the museum’s current exhibitions. 11 a.m. to …

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The Tropical Audubon Society organizes a free bird-friendly gardening day the third Saturday of every month. Join other volunteers to help keep the organization’s bird-friendly demonstration garden and near-native Steinberg Nature Center grounds in good shape. WHEN: Third Saturday of every month, 9 a.m.-noon through June, 8:30 to 11 a.m. in July and August. WHERE: …

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Deering Estate is part of the Biscayne Bay IBA (Important Bird Area) and Great Florida Birding and Wildlife Trail, a 2,000-mile, self-guided trail traversing 500 sites located throughout Florida and selected for their excellent bird watching, wildlife viewing and educational opportunities. The property sits atop the geological formation known as the Miami Rock Ridge, most …

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Did you know Miami Children’s Museum offers Sensory Saturdays? On the second Saturday of the month, the museum creates a specially focused experience for children with disabilities and their families including modified lighting, sound adjustments and other features. The event is 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Families can enjoy the day with a stage performance …

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The open-air CityPlace Doral has a couple of weekly events that are geared to music lovers and to shoppers of handcrafted items. Debuting Friday, May 15 and up through Aug. 16, the summer art installation “Summer Lovin’ features 186 custom-made overhead hearts above the boulevard in a mix of red, pink, yellow and purple hues …

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Reminiscent of the early days of Wynwood and the open-air entertainment and food space Wynwood Yard, The Foodie Park located in West Coconut Grove known as Little Bahamas, is a similar concept. The Foodie Park is located at 3659 Grand Ave., Coconut Grove and open Mondays to Saturdays from 1-11 p.m. and Sundays 1-6 p.m. …

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