Friday, October 17<\/p>\n
Redland International Orchid Festival<\/p>\n
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9:30 a.m. Held at the Redland Fruit & Spice Park, this premier event features rare orchids, global growers, and open-air exhibits. Attendees can shop, dine, and explore the lush gardens. Tickets include park admission; the bus departs at 9:30 a.m. for $28 per person. To reserve, visit or call the front desk: (305) 365-8900.<\/p>\n
Location: KBCC.<\/p>\n
Saturday, October 18<\/p>\n
Bass Babies<\/p>\n
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11 a.m. to Noon. The Bass invites toddlers and caregivers to explore art, music, and creativity together. Held Thursdays and Saturdays through November 22, the program nurtures curiosity and early learning. Led by teaching artist Paloma Due\u00f1as, sessions blend color, sound, and movement for ages 2\u20134. A playful introduction to art that fosters imagination, bonding, and developmental growth. For tickets starting at $25, click here<\/a>.<\/p>\n Location: 2100 Colins Ave. Miami Beach.<\/p>\n Underwater Pumpkin Carving & Costume Contest<\/p>\n 5 to 10 p.m. Diver\u2019s Paradise hosts its annual carving & costume contest at Neptune Memorial Reef. Divers carve pumpkins beneath the waves, with prizes for the most creative, spooky, and funny designs. The fun continues on deck with a Halloween costume contest and a $10 cookout before departure. For more information, call: (305) 361-3483.<\/p>\n Location: 4000 Crandon Blvd.<\/p>\n Sunday, October 19<\/p>\n Crandon Park Walking Guided Tour<\/p>\n 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Led by Miami EcoAdventures naturalists, the 1\u20131.5 mile walk highlights the island\u2019s history and ecosystems. Participants will discover native wildlife and the unique habitats that make Crandon Park special. Open to ages 5 and up; $10 per person, with comfortable shoes recommended. Reserve your spot by calling: (305) 666-5885.<\/p>\n Location: 6767 Crandon Blvd.<\/p>\n The Haunted Birdhouse Hunt<\/p>\n 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Families can follow clues through the Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden to find 13 hidden birdhouses inspired by Florida folklore. The scavenger hunt offers fun and discovery for all ages, with prizes for those who complete the trail. Weekend workshops invite guests to craft and decorate their own birdhouse keepsakes. For tickets starting at $24.95, click here<\/a>.<\/p>\n Location: 10901 Old Cutler Rd.<\/p>\n Annual Fall Festival<\/p>\n Noon to 5 p.m. Presented by the Village of Key Biscayne at the Civic Center. Families can enjoy food vendors, live performances, a petting zoo, bouncers, crafts, and pumpkin giveaways. An exclusive early hour welcomes families with children of special needs before general admission. Free and open to the public, with one pumpkin per child while supplies last.<\/p>\n Location: 530 Crandon Blvd.<\/p>\n Monday, October 20<\/p>\n Skills For Success<\/p>\n 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. This program empowers teens and young adults with unique abilities through hands-on learning. Sessions run to December 15 in the Lighthouse Room. Participants develop personal and professional skills in beginner and advanced cohorts. Free with registration; space is limited for this inclusive, skill-building experience.<\/p>\n Location: KBCC.<\/p>\n Tuesday, October 21<\/p>\n Jewelry Design with Judi Koslen<\/p>\n Judi Koslen with two of her jewelry design students.<\/p>\n Photo courtesy of VKB<\/p>\n 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for adults, and 2 to 5 p.m. for children. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Learn stringing, pattern making, weaving, wiring, pearl knotting and illusion. For more information, call Judi at (305) 361-7057.<\/p>\n Location: KBCC, 2nd floor.<\/p>\n Wisdom in the Afternoon<\/p>\n 2 p.m. This event honors four remarkable women: Silvia, Marilyn, Ana Mar\u00eda, and Margie, featured in Wisdom of the Century. The program celebrates stories and life lessons from women over 90 who inspire through experience and insight. Held at the Lighthouse Lounge, free and open to the public with light refreshments. Copies of Wisdom of the Century will be available for purchase at a discounted rate.<\/p>\n Location: KBCC.<\/p>\n Making Sense: Understanding the Foundation of America<\/p>\n 7 to 8:30 p.m. This session explores Thomas Paine\u2019s Common Sense and its influence on America\u2019s path to independence. Led by facilitator Franklin Caplan, participants will examine the moral and political reasoning behind Paine\u2019s words. Part of the ongoing Understanding the Foundation of America reading and discussion program.<\/p>\n Location: KBCC.<\/p>\n Wednesday October 22<\/p>\n Leonardo da Vinci: 500 Years of Genius<\/p>\n 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. This immersive exhibition explores the master\u2019s fusion of art, science, and innovation through rare models and digital displays. Visitors can experience Mona Lisa Revealed, a 360\u00b0 installation, and interactive exhibits of his inventions. On view through April 5, 2026, and included with general museum admission.<\/p>\n Location: 1101 Biscayne Blvd.<\/p>\n Thursday, October 23<\/p>\n Guided Meditation<\/p>\n 6:30 to 7:30 pm. A relaxing session designed to help you release stress and reconnect with your inner calm. Led by an experienced instructor, this session is perfect for beginners and seasoned meditators alike. Settle into a peaceful atmosphere at the KB Public Library, and leave feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.<\/p>\n Location: 299 Crandon Blvd.<\/p>\n Sunshine & Style<\/p>\n 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Key Biscayne Fund for the Sunshine Kids hosts its 4th annual fundraiser at The Ocean Club\u2019s Palm Court. The event features a brunch and fashion show showcasing local designers and boutiques. Community leaders and supporters gather to benefit children undergoing cancer treatment nationwide. For tickets starting at $100, click here<\/a>.<\/p>\n Location: 795 Crandon Blvd.<\/p>\n PAMM Sonic<\/p>\n 9 to 11 p.m. This event heats up the night with DJ Walshy Fire at P\u00e9rez Art Museum Miami. Following a talk with photographer Lee Jaffe, the museum transforms into a celebration of music and culture. Guests will dance to reggae, dancehall, and Afro-diasporic rhythms from the internationally acclaimed DJ. R.S.V.P. at pamm.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n Location: 1103 Biscayne Blvd.<\/p>\n Friday, October 24<\/p>\n Ronin Taiko Drummers<\/p>\n 6 to 8 p.m. The Ronin Taiko Drummers bring their powerful Japanese drumming performance to Paradise Park. This free, open-air concert blends rhythm, movement, and tradition in a captivating cultural showcase. Audiences will experience fiery taiko beats, bamboo flute melodies, and dramatic choreography. Part of the Village of Key Biscayne Concert Series.<\/p>\n Location: 530 Crandon Blvd.<\/p>\n The Spooky Symphony<\/p>\n 6 p.m. This annual event returns with a full evening of music, dance, and Halloween fun for the whole family. Enjoy free performances by the Alhambra Orchestra and Greater Miami Youth Symphony, featuring themes from X-Men, Addams Family, and Godzilla. The event also includes dance shows, a haunted house, film screenings, and trick-or-treating. Admission is free with general seating. Reserve your tickets at mosscenter.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n Location: 10950 SW 211 St. Miami.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Friday, October 17 Redland International Orchid Festival 9:30 a.m. Held at the Redland Fruit & Spice Park, this…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":8022,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[9],"tags":[502,8360,520,126,8359,8358,123,125,124],"class_list":{"0":"post-8021","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-miami","8":"tag-community","9":"tag-community-calendar","10":"tag-fall","11":"tag-key-biscayne","12":"tag-local-calendar","13":"tag-local-event","14":"tag-miami","15":"tag-miami-headlines","16":"tag-miami-news"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8021","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=8021"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8021\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/8022"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=8021"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=8021"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=8021"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}<\/p>\n
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