Parks & Recreation

FREE Salsa Concert by Edwin Bonilla at Tropical Park, sponsored by TARGET

Treat the family to a free salsa dance party led by Puerto Rican percussionist Edwin Bonilla on Friday, February 10th at Tropical Park, 7900 SW 40 St., Miami. This is the third live show of the Noches Tropicales Free Concert Series presented by Miami-Dade County Parks and sponsored by Target. Showtime is 8:00 p.m.  Admission and parking are free. Concert goers are encouraged to bring along a blanket and chairs to better enjoy the festivities.

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Valentine’s Day Concert & SoBay Festival of the Arts

Celebrate Valentine's Day at a romantic, outdoor concert under the stars on the edge of Biscayne Bay! The concert at the Deering Estate at Cutler will feature Sarah Packiam and Scott Kirby. The Valentine's Concert kicks-off the annual SoBay Festival of the Arts, a two-week celebration of literary, visual and performance art at the Deering Estate at Cutler.

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Kite Day at Haulover Park - February 19, 2012

Don't miss South Florida's largest and most popular kiting event taking place February 19th from 12-5 p.m. at Haulover Park. The 19th annual Kite Day, presented by the Miami-Dade Parks & Skyward Kites will amaze and thrill you with its spectacle of monster kites that includes a 100-foot squid, a 30-foot scuba man, and the all new 10-meter "Natalie" legs.  Kites galore and non-stop kite-flying fun for all ages with kite-contests, kite-building lessons, music, food and more! $6 Parking and FREE Admission.

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Free Spray/Neuter Surgeries for Dogs and Cats Hosted by Wild Lime Park

Miami-Dade Animal Services in partnership with the Cat Network and with the support of the Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces Department is pleased to offer free spay and neuter surgeries for dogs and cats owned or cared for by Miami-Dade County residents.

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Feast with the Beasts - March 2, 2012

The most unforgettable fundraising event of 2012 will take place in a jungle amidst the roar of Bengal tigers at the 19th Annual Feast With The Beasts at Zoo Miami. This euphoric event is sure to tantalize your palates with the delectable tastes of the most extraordinary dishes created by some of South Florida's most renowned fine food establishments. Includes open bars, music, entertainment, and much more. Don't miss the event of the year!

24th Annual In the Company of Women Awards, March 21st

March is Women's History Month! Join the celebration on March 21st  at the Coral Gables Biltmore Hotel, as Miami-Dade County's inspirational women leaders are honored at the 24th annual In the Company of Women Awards. The event takes place from 6-9 p.m. and includes an awards presentation and cocktail reception. 

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Miami-Dade Parks A Gold Medal Finalist in 2011

The American Academy for Park and Recreation Administration (AAPRA), in partnership with the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), selected the Miami-Dade Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces Department as a finalist for the 2011 National Gold Medal Award for Excellence in Park and Recreation Management for the third consecutive year. The Department also won the National Gold Medal Award three previous times, in 1979, 1987 and 1993.

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Heads Up: Concussion in youth sports

To help ensure the health and safety of young athletes, CDC developed the Heads Up: Concussion in Youth Sports initiative to offer information about concussions to coaches, parents, and athletes involved in youth sports.

The Heads Up initiative provides important information on preventing, recognizing, and responding to a concussion. It's Better to Miss One Game Than the Whole Season!

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