Great news about our Miami-Dade County public school system was reported yesterday by the Miami Herald: The Miami-Dade school district was recognized at the White House on Tuesday as one of 30 school districts leading the nation in innovation and personalized learning. Miami-Dade Schools Superintendent Alberto Carvalho outlined the district’s iPrep Academy and iPrep Math, […]
Miami-Dade County says “Make mulch, not waste: Recycle your Christmas tree!”
OK Miami-Dade County, don’t do what my neighbor did last year and leave your Christmas tree on the balcony until you move out 9 months later. Recycle it instead! Miami-Dade County is accepting undressed trees for mulching at multiple collection sites; and will then provide free mulch starting in February. For Immediate Release: December 24, […]
Spring has Sprung and the Easter Bunny is in Miami
If it weren’t for holidays marked on the calendar, it might be easy to miss the passage of the seasons in our balmy urban Miami, but that doesn’t stop us from celebrating with tropical exuberance. With a sunshine and temperatures predicted to be in the high 70’s, it is definitely a weekend to be spent […]
Schnebly Redland’s Winery & Brewery – Carambola Stomp This Weekend
The Redland’s is a bit of a drive from Downtown Miami & Brickell, but this event is so unusual I had to share it with you. If you are anything like me, those of you who remember the hilarious grape stomping scene from the “I Love Lucy” sitcom have grown up wanting to try this […]
13th Annual International Art of Storytelling Family Festival Starts February 5th
What is the International Art of Storytelling? (from the MDPLS website) The International Art of Storytelling The International Art of Storytelling (AOS) program was created in 2000 to highlight the important role that storytelling plays in education, culture and entertainment. This ancient tradition carries the rich histories and values of past generations, and is as […]
There’s an app for that: Miami-Dade Transit Tracker
Did you know Miami Dade Transit offers an “app” for iPhone/Pad and Android that gives you all of the public transportation schedules in the palm of your hand? With this nifty little application, you will have accurate information about transit services throughout Miami-Dade County area including a trip planner and rider alerts. You can pull […]