Welcome to your community calendar. It's your one-stop shop to finding out about events taking place around your community. We have everything to help you make the most of your free time, from festivals and fundraisers to music and museums.
Events are listed on a monthly basis. Most are free or low cost to the public.
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Now-Aug. 6
2016 Reading Program
Miami-Dade Public Library System
All Library Branches
Time: Library hours
The Miami-Dade Public Library System invites you to get into the game this summer -- the reading game, that is. Just stop by your local library to register and pick up a summer reading program game board to keep track of the hours you read. Every trip around the board is equivalent to eight hours of reading. You'll receive one entry ticket for the prize drawing for every hour you read or listen to a book. You may also receive an entry ticket for attending any library event.
Cost: Free
To see the official contest rules, download a game board, and get more information about events at your neighborhood library, visit www.mdpls.org.
Now-Aug. 20
Get Ready for the Big Win
2016 Summer Learning Program
Broward County Library System
All Library Branches
Time: Library Hours
Everyone from preschool children to adults is invited to explore all things sports and reach reading goals. Free events and programs include fitness events and classes, science and engineering experiments, movies, cooking demonstrations and more. Win prizes by completing and tracking your reading goals.
Cost: Free
Register online at broward.org/library/summer.
Tuesday, Aug. 2
National Night Out Against Crime
United Neighbors of East Miramar
Wellman Field
69th Way and Miramar Parkway
Time: 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
The United Neighbors of East Miramar is hosting a gathering featuring food, games and special presentations from local police and fire departments.
Cost: Free
Friday, Aug. 12
The Village Flea Market
Sixth Annual Book bag & School Supplies Giveaway
7900 NW 27th Ave.
Miami, FL
Time: Noon to 4 p.m.
It's time to think about the new school year and those school supplies. The Village Flea Market is hosting its sixth annual book bag and school supplies giveaway. The event will take place inside the venue's second-floor fun zone. There will be free food and games for kids.
Cost: Free
Saturday, Aug. 13
Operation Homefront Back-to-School Brigade
Williams Reserve Center
11700 NW 27th Ave.
Miami, FL
Time: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The families of junior enlisted military personnel and of wounded warriors can receive backpacks and essential school items courtesy of Operation Homefront. There's a limited quantity of items, so families who need supplies must sign up before the event.
Cost: Free
For more information, visit operationhomefront.net.
Wednesday, Aug. 17
National Career Fairs Hiring Event
Miami Airport Marriott
1201 NW LeJeune Road
Miami, FL
Time: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The Miami Career Fair will feature hundreds of job opportunities and a chance to meet employers face-to-face.
Cost: Free
For more information, visit nationalcareerfairs.com or call 877-561-5627.
Saturday, Aug. 20
Casting for Cancer Fishing Tournament
CB Smith Park
900 North Flamingo Road
Pembroke Pines
Time: 8 a.m.
The Casting for Cancer Fishing Tournament will feature three age divisions, beginning at 5 years old, raffles and a grand prize of a bass fishing trip. You will need to bring your own pole and lures. No live bait.
Cost: $25 in advance, $30 day of tournament
For more information, call 305-986-5618. To register, visit cbc.yapsody.com.
Saturday, Aug. 20
On the Road to the Centennial: A 2020 Agenda
The Women's Park
10251 West Flagler St.
Miami, FL
Time: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The League of Women Voters of Miami-Dade County, Miami-Dade County Commission for Women and Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces present this panel discussion on women, campaigns and elections. There will be a showing of the short film, "Forward Into Light: Inez Milholland." Refreshments will be served.
Cost: Free
RSVP to CFW@miamidade.gov or 305-375-4967.
All through the Summer and year round
Miccosukee Indian Village & Airboat Rides
US Highway 41, Mile Marker 35
Time: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Just 30 minutes west of Miami-Dade County, experience how the Miccosukee Indian Tribe existed and still exists in "The Heart of the Florida Everglades." Visit the Miccosukee Indian Village and let experienced guides take you on a tour of the tribe's history, culture and lifestyle. See a variety of demonstrators and displays from woodcarving to patchwork, beadwork, basket weaving and doll making. By airboat, you can take a ride through the vast "River of Grass" and discover a typical hammock-style Indian camp that has been owned by the same Miccosukee family for more than 100 years. Take in the charm, splendor and romance of an untouched, protected environment featuring native plants, alligators, birds and other species of wildlife in their natural habitat.
Cost:
Indian Village Guided Tours: 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 3:30 p.m.
$12 adults, $6 children (6-12), 5 and under free
Airboat Rides: Run continuously. Adults $20, children $12 (6-12), 5 and under free
For more information, call the Miccosukee Information Center at 305-480-1924.