What do wealth, power, death, and an elephant have in common? They comprise part of the colorful history of Boca Chita Key, where the Boca Chita Lighthouse is located. Although not a true lighthouse, it is the most popular structure on the small island. It was built by Mark Honeywell, the founder of Honeywell, Inc. and a previous owner of this once private island. Now owned by the U.S. National Parks Service this island in Biscayne Bay is a popular spot with boaters.
Take advantage of these free Wallcasts at Miami Beach Soundscape, the park east of the New World Symphony. Bring a picnic and blankets and enjoy the what could be the last cool, bug free, non-rainy-low humidity days! Classical music performances are marked with a P and movies with an M.
March 5 – “Concerto Showcase” (P)
March 16 – “Avatar” (M)
March 23 – “Fantastic Mr. Fox” (M)
March 26 – “Poetic Portraits” (P)
March 30 – “Grease” (M)
The Ninth Annual Taste of Pinecrest takes place this Sunday at Pinecrest Gardens. This food and art festival is sponsored by the Pinecrest Business Association to benefit the Village’s public schools. In addition to student performances, an art show, rides and games, there are a number of local restaurants selling a “taste” of their menus. It is a great way to spend a day visiting, playing and savoring the many different flavors of Miami.
The Banyan Bowl at Pinecrest Gardens is in the middle of a renovation and the new sound and lighting system provided the perfect stage for Julian Marley’s performance last night.
If you have not had the opportunity to go see the updated Banyan Bowl, make a point to visit it during the upcoming Taste of Pinecrest or the next Pinecrest Gardens Jazz Series. The Community Foundation of Pinecrest‘s Banyan Bowl Capital Campaign is assisting in fundraising to complete the improvements. Please donate to the fund to keep this treasure as a cultural facility for all of us to enjoy for years to come.
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Look closely at the bridge. Recognize any of it from the “Where’s JWo” picture posted last Sunday?
Part of the Deering Estate, the Chinese Bridge was constructed in 1918 by Charles Deering to cross Cutler Creek. He chose the Chinese theme to remind him of his travels through Asia when he was a Navy Officer.
This is a great pathway to walk, bike or jog as the main portion of it is closed to traffic. If you start on 152 Avenue, ride all the way down through native rock Pinelands and end at the People’s Dock for a great a peak at the nature that abounds in South Florida.
Look closely at the bridge. Recognize any of it from the “Where’s JWo” picture posted last Sunday?
Part of the Deering Estate, the Chinese Bridge was constructed in 1918 by Charles Deering to cross Cutler Creek. He chose the Chinese theme to remind him of his travels through Asia when he was a Navy Officer.
This is a great pathway to walk, bike or jog as the main portion of it is closed to traffic. If you start on 152 Avenue, ride all the way down through native rock Pinelands and end at the People’s Dock for a great a peak at the nature that abounds in South Florida.
Well, this is the time of year when there is so much to do in Miami that it is hard to choose! In addition to the Coconut Grove Art Festival, it is the weekend of the Miami International Boat Show.
Well, this is the time of year when there is so much to do in Miami that it is hard to choose! In addition to the Coconut Grove Art Festival, it is the weekend of the Miami International Boat Show.