November 2015 Newsletter
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Happy November!  We are thankful for everyone who came out to enjoy our Cycle the City, Dunkin' for Pumpkins and Safe Streets Halloween events last month; we saw about 1,200 children and their families and had tons of fun.  Check out the pictures here.  Now staff is busy planning for a Service Day Project on Saturday, Nov. 14th and the Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway on Monday, Nov. 23rd.  We look forward to seeing you at both events!
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Sincerely,
Parks and Recreation Staff 
Holiday Hours
 
Gibson-Bethel Community Center 

Thursday, November 26 ~ CLOSED

Friday, November 27 ~ 10 AM - 6 PM
Miami Xtreme Cheerleading Competition

Sunday, November 1, 2015

 

Grey Ghost Cheerleaders will be at the Don Taft University Center and Nova Southeastern University to compete in the 2015 Miami Xtreme Cheerleading Competition.  Come out and support our cheerleaders as they compete against squads from all over South Florida. 

 

Doors open at 9:00 AM. Parking is $5 per vehicle.

 
Come Visit Our New Playgrounds

Kids and parents have new attractions to enjoy at four city parks: Brewer Park, Dante Fascell Park, Fuchs Park and Murray Park.  The playgrounds feature slides, swings, shade canopies, interactive play panels and climbing equipment.  
 
View photos here.
Service Day Project
Saturday, November 14th @  8:00 AM

In partnership with South Miami Hospital and ArtSouth, SM Parks and Recreation Dept. will spend the day helping to keep our parks beautiful.  Volunteers will be painting a wall mural at Murray Park and cleaning up All-American Park.  Want to help out?  Email us at parks@southmiamifl.gov.

Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaways    

Monday, November 23rd @ 6:00 PM

 

The Parks and Recreation Department and other committed organizations will be giving away turkeys this season to local families in need.  FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE. 

 

Click here to view event flyer.  Please click here if you are interested in donating a frozen turkey.
Become a Certified Lifeguard

Want an exciting summer job as a Lifeguard?
 
The City of South Miami Parks and Recreation Department will be hosting a lifeguard training class January 4 - January 7 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. each day.  Class fee is $175 for residents and $200 for non-residents.
 
For more information, please call 305-668-3860 or email cclay@southmiamifl.gov.

WHEELS - Advancing Florida's Mobility Future

Coming November 11-15!  Get excited about and sign up for WHEELS-2015 featuring five days of bike rides, events and activities.
 
If you are interested in volunteering, please email parks@southmiamifl.gov ASAP with your name, email address, phone number and age. A staff member will get back with you to confirm.  Thank you for your involvement.
Pardon Our Mess...But the New Look Will Impress
 
Dante Fascell Park - Drainage Improvements
The City is working to improve and resolve the ponding caused by runoff material from the existing clay tennis courts.  Proposed improvements consist of an exfiltration trench (French drain) system and raised concrete sidewalk.  Anticipated completion is scheduled for December 2015.

Concession Stand Renovations at Palmer Park
Proposed renovations will bring the facility up to standards and improve a key public area within the city's park system.  At the completion of this project, the concession stand will feature new cabinetry, new commercial appliances, non-slippery tile, electrical and plumbing improvements and more!  Anticipated completion is scheduled for March 2016.

Banking on Credit Workshop

The Community Works Coalition will host an interactive public workshop on November 12th at the Gibson-Bethel Community Center from 6:00-7:00 p.m.  The workshop will focus on banking and the importance of having good credit.  This event is FREE and open to the public. 

Register NOW for KICKBOXRX

This class blends components of kickboxing, strength training and core conditioning into one dynamic class.  Classes will be held at the Gibson-Bethel Community Center on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 6:00a and 8:00a.

Click here kickboxing and Boot Camp class schedule.

Contact Info

Parks and Recreation Department

5800 Southwest 66 Street

South Miami, FL 33143

305-668-3876

parks@southmiamifl.gov