What's happening this week...
Miami Spice started early and has SPICE-TO-GO!
Now thru September 30, 2020
Miami Spice Restaurant Months showcase the very best diverse cuisine and world-renowned chefs, featuring three-course meals at top eateries for just $25 for lunch/brunch and $39 for dinner. Enjoy your Miami Spice meals at participating restaurant outdoor dining options or in the comfort of your own home via Spice To-Go . List of participating restaurants HERE
Virtual Frost Science Summer Camp: Science to the Rescue July 20 – 24
Discover how researchers, conservationists, and citizen scientists are stepping in to help save struggling species! Info HERE
Orchestra Miami Happy Hour
Fri July 17 @ 6 pm
Join us for our final Happy Hour performance of the Summer! We will be streaming the performance LIVE from the Piano Music Center at Pembroke Park. Vocalists Chad Johnson and Elizabeth Caballero will perform alongside Miami’s Artistic Director, Elaine Rinaldi! You can tune-in via Facebook Live or Zoom. Info HERE
Behind Closed Doors: The Prohibition Era Cellar
Sit back, relax, and enjoy this installment of the “Deering @ Home” virtual series featuring the wonders of the Deering Estate where you can explore & learn about the history, events and people that shaped today’s Deering Estate from the comfort of your home. Info HERE
HistoryMiami's Cultural Encounter: Virtual Kombucha Class
Thurs July 23 @ 7 PM 
Join Susan Cartiglia, the Kombucha Queen of Radiate Miami, for this virtual kombucha tasting and making class! Explore the art and science of fermentation, taste a variety of kombucha flavors, and experiment with your own recipe. A class kit is included with samples and a make-your-own kombucha kit available for pickup or delivery. Info HERE
10-Day Countdown to Online Writers Institute 
Few Spaces Left, Register Today!
Commencing July 27, this five-day virtual conference is a not-to-be-missed opportunity for writers of all levels to take advantage of hyper-focused workshops, personalized instruction, and invaluable insights from professional and published writers, all in a supportive, collaborative space. Register HERE
VIRTUAL FIELD TRIP – The Noodle Station
Fri July 17 @ 10 am We will learn to make ramen noodles from this restaurant! Info HERE
Crowd Management Training
Please be careful taking online courses as most state Fire Officials do not recognize these courses. Don't be concerned if your card expires - state fire officials will not be enforcing the code requirement at this time since most assembly occupancies are currently closed. Questions - contact eventmanagersllc@gmail.com 772-260-9026. Info HERE
Vizcaya Virtual Family Food Lab
Starts Sun July 19 @ 10 am - thru Aug 16th
Entertain your tiny mad scientist from home with activities that explore different ways to have fun with veggies -- from eating and cooking to growing and planting. This FREE weekly virtual YouTube online series is recommended for parents and kids ages 6-12 to do together. Sneak Peek HERE Register HERE
Leon Foster Thomas
Thurs 23rd @ 7 pm
This international steel drum jazz musician brings his Caribbean roots to life with a lively blend of jazz that’s all his own. Info HERE
Start your weekend off with a 10 minute light workout with Anahi. Posted on our North Miami Beach Library YouTube channel and Facebook every Friday at 11:30am . Info HERE
Family Drive-In Movie - The Sandlot
Sat July 25 at 8:25 pm; gates open at 7 pm
Equestrian Center 8350 Ranch Road Parkland FL 33067 Join us for the next Family Drive-In movie. Please remain in your vehicle (or on it). Space limited. Bring own snacks & drinks. Must wear mask when using restroom. Info HERE
Virtual Summer Program 2020 - Ballet Flamenco La Rosa is offering special on-line summer dance class discounts to inspire, educate and improve health with art during COVID-19 for children, teens and adults. Schedule Info HERE
FGO Go - Le Nozze di Figaro
Sun July 19th at 2pm
We are so proud of our past production and so we are THRILLED to make this beloved show our next Sunday Matinee. Join us on our YouTube Channel and relive the magic. Info HERE
In celebration of the XXV Anniversary of the International Ballet Festival of Miami we are releasing from the archives the best of the past 24 years  "Don Quixote" . Watch and subscribe to our YouTube channel HERE
Tips for your South Florida Summer Garden from Pinecrest Gardens ! 🌞🌻
Since the summer is challenging, focus more on tropical plants, less on veggies. Try zinnias year round - they're low maintenance & add color. Try blue basil but stay away from Italian varieties in summer! More tips HERE
Justin Mason & Blue Night 
Sat July 18 @ noon - Facebook Live
We will have the full compliment of Bluegrass instruments and a killer set list planned but feel free to shoot us some requests. Join us for some Bluegrass fun! Info HERE
Greater Miami Festivals and Events Association created this FACEBOOK group as a resource for event professionals to share knowledge, lend support and celebrate successes. Join today and invite other event pros HERE
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With the support of the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs, the Tourist Development Council, the Cultural Affairs Council, the Mayor and the Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners.
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