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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

In 2023 it’s the second weekend of December the 8th through the 10th in Miami that marks one of the city’s biggest art events, Art Basel. And the week leading up to that marks Miami Art Week. We’re here to guide you through and let you know the free and cheap events during that week. …

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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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Shopping at big-box stores is fine, but real unique finds are what’s great about arts festivals, craft fairs, holiday bazaars and artisan markets. Besides finding the perfect gift, you’re supporting local and small businesses. South Florida has lots of craft fairs and art festivals in the fall and winter, and you can find artisans selling …

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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 …

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Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church is celebrating its annual North Miami Greek Food & Wine Festival, from Nov. 10-12, 2023. Admission to this event is free. From 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday and noon to 9 p.m. on Sunday, guests can enjoy a menu of authentic Greek recipes, traditional live music, a raffle …

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For a dazzling outdoor display — including flying whales — Haulover Park is hosting Kitetober Festival. The Kite Festival is 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. October 21 and 22, 2023, and entry is free. At the event, fly your own kites if you’d like, or watch others. Kites of all shapes and styles are featured, …

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Want to hear live music? The Betsy Hotel in the heart of South Beach offers a free live music series every day. It’s a nice way to enjoy some tunes amid beautiful surroundings – and give yourself a little break any day of the week. All performances are free, with no cover or drink minimum. …

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The annual Zun Zun Children’s Festival hosted by the arts and music organization FUNDarte is taking place at various venues over several days in October. Fun-filled interactive events including musical theater and immersive installations that will delight kids throughout the month. Most of the events are free but RSVP is required. Here’s the lineup: Sunday …

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The Tropical Audubon Society is hosting free tours of the historic Doc Thomas House every First Saturday of the month starting on Oct. 7 at 1 and 3 p.m.  The house is located at 5530 Sunset Dr. in South Miami. The 1932 cottage which sits on 2.2 acres of wooded property, has recently undergone extensive structural …

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