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In Today's Homestead Local Scoop Issue…
📅 Homestead Area Events
🏁 NASCAR Championship Weekend takes over Homestead
⛸️ Winter Wonderland ice skating returns
🇺🇸 Homestead honors veterans
🩺 Free health screenings in Florida City
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Thursday, November 5
Ornamental & Turf Pesticide Training - UF/IFAS Extension, 18710 SW 288th St. | Registration required; tickets from $33.85 - 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Miami-Dade Vendor Registration Bootcamp – Coral Reef Branch Library; learn how to register for county contracting opportunities. Registration encouraged. - 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Florida City Joint Commission Agenda Review Meeting - 404 W. Palm Drive, Florida City | Public agenda review meeting - 3:00–4:30 p.m.
Sunset Eats Night Market – Palmetto Bay Park, 17535 SW 95th Ave.; food vendors, music and free salsa dancing at 6:30 and 7:30 p.m. - 5:00–9:00 p.m.
Steak Night at VFW Post 4127 – 601 NE 2nd Road, Homestead; community dinner and gathering. - 6:00 p.m.
Friday, November 6
Karaoke Night at Losner Park - 104 N. Krome Ave., Homestead | Free community karaoke - 6:00–9:00 p.m.
NASCAR Truck Series Championship - Homestead-Miami Speedway | Ticketed championship race - 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, November 7
Redland Market Village Family Fun – Homestead; family-friendly market activities; free entry listed – Time not specified.
Gold Coast Railroad Museum Free First Saturday – 12450 SW 152nd St., Miami; free museum admission, with train rides and food available for purchase – 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series Championship - Homestead-Miami Speedway | Ticketed championship race - 5:00 p.m.
Sunday, November 8
The Berry Farm Harvest Festival - 13720 SW 216th St., Redland. Paid admission. - 9:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m.
Yoga by the Bay - Palmetto Bay - 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 p.m.
Glades Glimpse Ranger Program - Everglades National Park's Royal Palm area. Park admission applies. - 1:30 p.m.
NASCAR Cup Series Championship - Homestead-Miami Speedway, with a pre-race concert featuring Jason Derulo at 1 p.m. Tickets required. - 3:00 p.m.
Sinatra & Bublé: A Tribute to the American Songbook - The Dennis C. Moss Cultural Arts Center, 10950 SW 211th St., Cutler Bay. Tickets required. - 3:00 p.m.
Orchestra Miami's 20th Anniversary Concert - Beethoven's Triple Concerto and works by Mozart at Pinecrest Gardens, 11000 Red Road. Tickets required. - 6:00–8:00 p.m.
Meme of The Day
NASCAR Championship Weekend Returns to Homestead
It's race weekend in our own backyard. Homestead-Miami Speedway hosts three NASCAR championship races November 6–8. The Truck Series runs Friday at 7:30 p.m., the O'Reilly Auto Parts Series follows Saturday at 5 p.m., and the Cup Series finale starts Sunday at 3 p.m. Expect a busy weekend around the speedway, especially near race times. If you're going, check your tickets and parking plans early. If you're not, give yourself extra time on nearby roads.
Ice Skating Is Coming Back to Downtown Homestead
Yes, real ice in South Florida. Discover Homestead Winter Wonderland is scheduled to run at Losner Park from November 21 through January 10. The city is planning an outdoor skating rink, family activities, food vendors and a holiday market. Entry options range from free to paid activities, so check the ticket page before promising the kids a skating session. It's a chance to enjoy winter fun without leaving Homestead.
Homestead Plans a Full Day to Honor Veterans
Mark Wednesday, November 11. Homestead Salutes will bring a Veterans Day ceremony, parade and hometown picnic to Losner Park from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The city and local veterans groups are organizing the community event to recognize people who served. Families can come together downtown to show their support. Check the event page for the full schedule before heading out.
Free Health Screenings Are Coming to Florida City
Florida City residents have a chance to check in on their health without paying for a screening. A community event is scheduled for Monday, November 9, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Eugene D. Berry Youth Activity Center gym. The announced services include blood pressure, glucose and cholesterol checks, along with several cancer and hepatitis C screening options. Eligibility, preparation and registration rules aren't fully clear in the notice, so confirm those details before going.
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