There’s no need to look any further. At Miami-Dade County Animal Services, we can help you Find the Love of Your Life. Find your furry Valentine during the Animal Services celebration of love and pet adoptions on Saturday, Feb. 17, from 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.  Join us at the Pet Adoption and Protection Center […]

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60 years after the passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, African Americans have made great strides and contributions to American society. As the nation observes Black History Month, take part in events planned throughout February that celebrate the past and present contributions of African Americans. There’s something for everyone whether your preference is […]

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Mayor Daniella Levine Cava will deliver the 2024 State of the County address, celebrating our community’s greatest accomplishments over the past year and sharing a roadmap to a stronger, more prosperous Miami-Dade County. The address will take place on Wednesday, Jan. 24. Tune in to the live stream, beginning at 6:30 p.m. Watch the address […]

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Miami-Dade Parks will celebrate National Girls and Women in Sports Day by hosting the 3rd Annual Girls Got Game 2024 event at Tropical Park Stadium on Saturday, Feb. 10, from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The goal of the Girls Got Game event is to introduce girls, ages 6-17, to various sports, learn about the […]

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Security was tight at the Fontainebleau Hotel in Miami Beach. President John F. Kennedy was in town and scheduled to deliver the keynote speech at a fundraising dinner for Senator George Smathers, inside the glitzy hotel, on March 10, 1962. Miami-Dade police officer Jack Kahn, a four-year veteran, had a day off, but he was […]

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County offices will be closed Monday, Jan. 15 in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday. Learn about the County services affected, find events to honor Dr. King’s legacy and discover ways to get involved in your community.
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The name of the mentoring group for girls ages 6-18 is “Polished Gems,” and the members are divided into several age groups, each one named after a precious gem, such as rubies, emeralds, diamonds, and sapphires. Since 2015, South District Neighborhood Resource Unit Officer Citia Easterling has been mentoring young girls, giving them advice to […]

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March 19 Presidential Preference Primary Election Florida is a Closed Primary StatePer Florida Law, only voters who are registered members of a political party may vote for their respective party’s candidates in a primary election. Given the party candidates on the ballot, this year only registered Republican voters are eligible to vote in the March […]

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The Miami-Dade Public Library will hold the 2024 Local Author Book Fair on Saturday, January 20, from 1 -5 p.m. The Book Fair brings together the vibrant literary community of Miami. This free event serves as a platform for local authors to showcase their work and connect with readers in the community. The fair features […]

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Each year, the Every Drop Counts Poster Contest showcases the creative talents of several thousand Miami-Dade County students. The 16th Annual theme is “Water is Life: Let’s Conserve It!” One winning entry will be selected from each of the 13 Miami-Dade County Commission Districts. Winners will receive recognition and prizes at a Miami-Dade County Board […]

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