South Dade

Inspired by a true story and featuring the Tony®-nominated score by Steve Martin and Edie Brickell, Broadway’s Bright Star tells a sweeping tale of love and redemption set against the rich backdrop of the American South in the 1920s and ’40s. With beautiful melodies and powerfully moving characters, the story unfolds as a rich tapestry of deep …

The Deering Estate sits atop the geological formation known as the Miami Rock Ridge, most prominent and visible in southern Miami-Dade County. During the day, it offers eco adventures like birding and nature walks among the tropical hardwood hammocks. Guided Nature Tours are offered daily from October-May at 12:30 p.m. The cost is $15 and includes …

Tax Day is Tuesday, April 18, but if you’re expecting a refund, you can file early. If you need help preparing your taxes, there will be 30 local non-profits that have come together to form the Miami Tax Pros who will be offering free filing for those who qualify. Miami-Dade County offers free tax preparation …

Everyone knows the movies can be an expensive adventure (especially for families), so any opportunity to save money is worthy of the spotlight. If you’re a film fanatic, Tuesday is the day to go to Regal Theatres, which has locations in Miami, Broward and Palm Beach counties. Every Tuesday, Regal Crown Club members can enjoy Value …

Enjoy wildlife viewing, bay vistas, self- and staff-guided access to museums, plus other activities 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. …

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 …

When evenings are little cooler, many folks like to spend more time outdoors, in nature. And if you are the eco-adventurous type who enjoys daytime birdwatching, owl walks and nature trails or campfires and night hikes, here is a list of some of the best that Miami-Dade Parks have to offer. Check specific park websites …

The Tropical Audubon Society organizes a free bird-friendly gardening day the third Saturday of event 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: …

Moon Over Miami The famous song that Ray Charles sang takes on new meaning when you add a telescope to the scene with a backdrop of the historic Deering Estate.  Enjoying the view of the moon from the Estate’s front lawn is a recurring monthly event, but it’s also a a bring-your-own-binoculars or telescope (BYOT) …

The Homestead National Parks Trolley Special Holiday service returns every day December 26-31, 2022. In addition to the holiday trolley service, the regular season trolley will run from January 7 to April 9, 2023 and will continue to offer a free guided trolley tour from Downtown Homestead to Everglades and Biscayne National Parks with an …

Oh, those sweet, sweet cinnamon rolls! After much anticipation, Knaus Berry Farm has reopened for the season — and we are thrilled to share the news. The Redland farm has been selling delicious strawberries since 1956, when it was a roadside stand. Through the years, the farm has added all sorts of yummy delicacies including …