February 20, 2021
YOUR VILLAGE AT WORK
A weekly publication by the Village of Palmetto Bay
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In The News...
County District 8 Community Connectivity Committee Holds 2nd Meeting Regarding the SW 87th Avenue Bridge
The Village of Palmetto Bay hosted the second meeting of the Miami-Dade County District 8 Community Connectivity Committee at Village Hall this past Thursday night. Members presented their arguments concerning the bridge project and listened to public comments virtually. Nearing the conclusion of the 2 and a half hour meeting, the Committee voted to have the last two meetings chaired by the former Vice Chair Paul Blake who will now serve as Chair. Former Chair Carmen Blake will now serve as Vice Chair.

The next meeting is scheduled for Thursday, February 25 at 7 pm. Click below to read the meeting summary in its entirety.
Important Announcements
Deering Seafood Festival Moving to October
The Deering Estate Foundation is moving its 16th annual Seafood Festival to October 24th.

Deering Seafood Festival is a family-friendly event celebrating nature's beauty and bounty, filled with plenty of fresh seafood, chef demonstrations, arts and crafts vendors, a Bahamian Junkanoo parade, live entertainment and activities for kids.

All proceeds from the Seafood Festival and The Chef's Table will benefit the Deering Estate Foundation to raise awareness and support programming for community, conservation and culture.
Safe Routes to School Program Public Meeting Happening Tuesday, February 23, 2021
This public meeting has been scheduled to discuss the Safe Routes to Schools program, including the proposed sidewalk for Farmer Road, between SW 136th Street and Old Cutler Road. Kimley-Horn & Associates will be making a presentation concerning the project.
Upcoming Events
Create Art by the Bay!
On Friday, February 19, 2021, the Village is hosting the Art by the Bay event at the picturesque Thalatta Estate Park. The in-person and virtual event gives both, rookie and seasoned artists the opportunity to show off their talents and learn new painting methods. The class is scheduled from 6:30 pm to 8 pm. Register below to participate and receive your art supplies. Only 9 spots are left!
Earth Day Art Contest Closes on February 26th
The Village of Palmetto Bay invites middle school students to be a part of the 2021 Earth Day Art Contest! The winning artwork will be displayed on the Parks & Recreation Department's Earth Day Webpage. Students are encouraged to design an original work of art depicting this year’s theme, "RESTORE OUR EARTH.
Date Night is Back!
Save the date for a special night of virtual cooking as Chef and Food & Wine blogger, Carlos Sarmiento brings his delicious recipes into your home.

Join us virtually on Friday, March 12th at 7 pm for a very special and tasty date night with your favorite person! You may even win a $10 gift certificate to a Palmetto Bay restaurant as part of our raffle.
Bike To Work Day
Bike 305
Register and be part of this fun "Bike to Work" day!

WHEN: Friday, March 5, 2021
WHERE: Starting from the Palmetto Bay Village Hall to the Dadeland South Metrorail Station (6 miles)
TIME: 6:15 am

Participants will receive free Bike305 t-shirts, bottled water, one-way Metrorail pass, and free air & bike checks by Mack Cycle Fitness. Register BEFORE March 4th.
Drones 101 Workshop
Are you interested in flying a Drone?

Learn all the ins and outs about owning and operating a Drone.

Join us for this fun and educational workshop presented by EBC Drone Services.
Save the Date!
DRIVE-IN MOVIE NIGHT

FRIDAY, APRIL 16, 2021
TICKETS GO ON SALE
MARCH 1ST, 2021
Virtual Art Gallery Still Open
There Is Still Time To Buy Art Online!
On January 21, 2021, The Village of Palmetto Bay and ArtSouth presented a Virtual Art Gallery. This month featured "Fragments In Time" by Marcelle Zanetti.

Zanetti has been painting for more than 30 years. She has managed an art gallery in Wynwood as well as owned a gallery and studio in Palmetto Bay. She has lived in several locations in Florida and presently keeps a studio in Miami. She also teaches painting at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden in Coral Gables. 

There is still time to purchase her works of art! 
Event Calendar
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Click here to see our programs and events list for the month of February.
Public Meeting Calendar
February 22
February 25
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