Backpacks and Brain Freeze. School supply shopping? Brutal. Free gelato? Beautiful. After teaming up with the Grove’s BID (Thanks, BID!), Bianco Gelato is handing out free scoops to make your back-to-school grind a little sweeter — and a whole lot healthier. Their creamy, dreamy treats are vegan, dairy-free, white sugar-free,[Read More…]

Jungle Beats, Final Weeks. Tarzan’s swinging off soon — so if you haven’t caught Area Stage’s bold reimagining of the Disney classic, now’s the time to pounce. Directed by Giancarlo Rodaz and powered by Phil Collins’ heart-thumping score, this immersive adventure follows a vine-leaping orphan raised by gorillas, torn between[Read More…]

Virginia Key Celebration. Get ready for a weekend full of community, culture and environmental preservation as Historic Virginia Key Beach Park – the first and only beach designated for Miami’s Black community – celebrates its 80th anniversary with three days of events. The celebration begins on Friday 8/1 from 10[Read More…]

Family Matinee. Kick back, relax, and enjoy a Saturday afternoon matinee with the kids – snacks included – at the Coconut Grove Library. This week’s featured movie: Moana 2. Don’t know the plot? Details here. Coconut Grove Library, 2875 McFarlane Road, Saturday 7/26 from 3 to 5 p.m. All ages[Read More…]

Volunteer Gardening. Help steward the bird-friendly garden and grounds at the Tropical Audubon Society in South Miami at this monthly event. Volunteers can learn how to establish their own bird-friendly garden and get familiar with the principles of Florida-Friendly landscaping. Volunteers are needed to help remove invasives, rake leaves, clear[Read More…]

The 31st Annual Mango Festival. Fairchild Tropical Botanical Garden has announced the return of its summer tradition – and it’s juicy. This weekend, come out and celebrate Miami’s most flavorful time of the year at the 31st Annual Mango Festival, a two-day celebration filled with mango-inspired treats and festivities. With[Read More…]