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March
19th Annual Asian Culture Festival
March 1 & 2, 2008
10 am to 6 pm. Admission: $7 (Children under 12 are free)
In its 19th year, this annual festival features Asian crafts, art, and exotic music and dance, highlighted by a tasty selection of authentic Far Eastern cuisine. Children can participate in the Asian passport activity, and receive a special gift upon completion. Sponsors: Thai-American Association, and the Fruit & Spice Park.
Sony Ericsson Open
March 26- April 6
Professional men and women tennis tournament featuring the sport's top seeds.
Crandon Park Tennis Center, 7300 Crandon Blvd., Key Biscayne, 305-365-2300
http://www.sonyericssonopen.com/
April
Heliconia, Palm and Flower Show
April 19 & 20, 2008
10 am to 5 pm. Admission: $6 (Children under 12 are free). Fruit & Spice Park will be hosting a large exhibit of Heliconia blossoms on display and a multitude of Heliconia plants for sale. Palm trees, shrubs, and orchids are also available.
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May
Health & Wellness Day
May 3, 2008
10 am to 5 pm. Admission $6. A new event at the Park that will highlight the practical methods utilized to improve your health & well being. Services to include: Aromatherapy, Reiki, Chair Massage, and mediation. Come and participate in the Tai Chi classes, yoga, and health food demonstrations.
Greynolds Love-In
May 18, 2008
10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Miami-Dade Parks’ annual 1960s-themed outdoor festival and concert featuring this year’s top performing act, the 1963 British Rock sensation “The Spencer Davis Group” performing their hits “Gimme Some Lovin,” “Somebody Help Me,” “I’m a Man” and “Keep on Runnin.” Visit us at www.greynoldslovein.org or www.miamidade.gov/parks
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June
5th Annual Blue Water Fishing Classic
June 7, 2008
All six Miami-Dade County Marinas, contact us at 305-755-7910. Fishermen compete for more than $30,000 in cash and prizes. Official weigh in fish: dolphin, wahoo, kingfish and black-fin tuna. Tournament operates from all six Miami-Dade County Marinas. Contact Kathy Haley, 305-755-7910, for application.
Redland Summer Fruit Festival
June 21-22, 2008
Fruit & Spice Park, 24801 SW 187 Avenue, Homestead, Florida 33031. Phone: 305-247-5727. Admission $6. This annual event showcases local agriculture, and tropical fruit plants. Over 50 vendor booths will be on site featuring local wines, delicious foods, and rare fruit samplings. Co-Sponsors: Fruit and Spice Park, and Southern Florida Tropical Growers, Inc. www.fruitandspicepark.org or www.miamidade.gov/parks
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July
Independence Day Celebration
July 4, 2008
Celebrate the nation’s birthday with sizzling music and fireworks, taking place at Amelia Earhart ParkContact us Phone: 305-685-8389.
Rare Fruit Conference
July 10, 11, 12 & 13, 2008
Local and international tropical fruit experts will present programs to participants from Florida, California & Hawaii. The conference will include tours of gardens, farms, packing houses, a winery and government research stations. The conference will be conducted by the Friends of the Fruit & Spice Park and is open to all. Contact the Park for information and reservations. Phone: 305-247-5727
October
Hunters Moon
October 26, 2008
7:30 pm to 10:00 pm, Admission $10 (Children under 12 are free)
Under the allure, and mystique of the full moon, Southern Cross Astronomical Society will guide you through a celestial exploration of the heavens. Bring a blanket, and enjoy music, refreshments, and story telling around the campfire.The event will take place at Fruit & Spice Park.
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