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In Today's Homestead Local Scoop Issue…
📅 Homestead Area Events
🏡 Palm Villas opens 33 new homes near Homestead
🚗 Homestead rideshare driver charged after alleged assault
🚲 Palmetto Bay voters approve road and public-land rules
🗳️ Miami-Dade changes a County Commission residency rule
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.
Monday, November 9
The Berry Farm Harvest Festival | Redland | Seasonal farm activities; paid admission | Hours vary
Florida City Free Cancer and Health Screenings - Eugene D. Berry Youth Activity Center, 650 NW 5th Ave., Florida City | Check eligibility and requirements before visiting - 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
NASCAR Racing Experience - Homestead-Miami Speedway | Paid driving and ride-along experiences; time slots vary - Time varies
Tuesday, November 10
Salsa Dance Classes - Seminole Theatre, 18 N. Krome Ave., Homestead | five-week program | ticketed | 7:00–8:00 p.m.
Heels Dance Classes - Seminole Theatre, 18 N. Krome Ave., Homestead | five-week program | ticketed | 7:00–8:00 p.m.
Wednesday, November 11
Palmetto Bay Veterans Day Breakfast - Palmer Trinity School Gymnasium in Palmetto Bay. Check reservation requirements with the Village before attending. - 7:45–10:00 a.m.
Cutler Bay Veterans Day Breakfast - Cutler Bay Town Hall, 10720 Caribbean Blvd. Reservations are required. Call 786-459-7389. - 9:00–10:00 a.m.
Pinecrest Veterans Day Ceremony - Veterans Wayside Park, 11111 Pinecrest Parkway. Free admission. - 9:00 a.m.
Roselight Meditation Circle: The Art of Gratitude - Touch of Magick, 33521 S. Dixie Hwy., Homestead. $15 single session. Reservations required. - 9:00–9:45 a.m.
The Berry Farm Harvest Festival - 13720 SW 216th St., Redland. Paid admission; confirm available attractions. - 10:00 a.m.–6:30 p.m.
Baptist Health Pilates Core & Stretch - Ludovici Park, 17641 Old Cutler Rd., Palmetto Bay. - 10:30–11:30 a.m.
Homestead Veterans Day Ceremony - Losner Park, 104 N. Krome Ave. | free | 11:00 a.m.
65th Annual Veterans Day Parade - Downtown Homestead | free | 12:00–2:00 p.m.
Homestead Salutes Hometown Picnic - Losner Park | free | 2:00–5:00 p.m.
South Florida Youth Symphony Veterans Day Concert - Seminole Theatre | free; confirm seat availability | 4:00–5:00 p.m.
Wednesday Bingo & 50/50 at VFW Post 4127 - Arrant-Smith VFW Post 4127, 601 NE 2nd Rd., Homestead. Confirm admission and game costs. - 6:00–10:00 p.m.
Sake & Sculpt Pilates at Sushi Sake Speakeasy - Hotel Redland, 5 S. Flagler Ave., Homestead. $20 per person, plus a required menu purchase. Reservations required. - 6:30 p.m.
Live Trivia at Buffalo Wild Wings - Buffalo Wild Wings, NE 10th Court, Homestead - 7:00 p.m. (confirm before you go.)
Line Dancing Classes - Seminole Theatre, Homestead | five-week program | ticketed | 7:00–8:00 p.m.
Check each organizer's page before heading out. Schedules may change.
33 New Homes Open in Homestead, Starting at $479,900
Palm Villas includes 32 twin homes and one single-family residence.
(Amelia Orjuela Da Silva for The Miami Times)
A new neighborhood has opened near Southwest 159th Avenue and Southwest 304th Street in Homestead. Palm Villas has 32 twin homes and one single-family house, with starting prices around $479,900. Developer Bluenest celebrated the opening on October 29. A November 3 report from The Miami Times says about 40% of the homes were already under contract at the opening.
Why it matters: More buyers are looking south as housing prices climb elsewhere in Miami-Dade. But a lower price than central Miami doesn't automatically mean a home is affordable. Buyers still need to weigh monthly payments, insurance, taxes and the longer commute. The developer says qualifying buyers may have access to assistance, but eligibility and availability vary.
Homestead Lyft Driver Arrested After Alleged Assault on Passenger
Homestead police arrested a 28-year-old rideshare driver on November 2 after a passenger reported unwanted sexual contact during a ride and said the driver followed her to her apartment and tried to force his way inside. Police say they reviewed a neighbor's doorbell-camera footage and other evidence. The man faces multiple charges, including burglary with assault or battery and indecent exposure. The allegations have not been proven in court.
Why it matters: This is a serious local passenger-safety case. Lyft told Local 10 it permanently removed the driver and is cooperating with investigators. Riders can use the app's trip-sharing features and contact emergency services if they feel threatened.
Palmetto Bay Voters Set New Rules for Roads and Public Land
Voters in Palmetto Bay approved several changes to the village charter on November 3. One measure, backed by about 67.5% of voters, calls for pedestrian, bicycle and golf-cart facilities in roadway improvement projects unless the Village Council makes a formal exception. It also creates a dedicated transportation fund from existing transportation revenue.
Voters also backed stronger rules requiring approval before many transactions involving village-owned property, and directed the village to try to acquire the USDA land near SW 136th Street and SW 67th Avenue for public recreation or open space if it becomes available. Those measures passed with roughly 74.5% and 84% support, respectively.
Why it matters: These decisions shape future road projects, neighborhood mobility and public land use in the northern part of South Dade. They are policy changes, not event announcements.
Miami-Dade Changes Residency Rule for County Commission Candidates
Miami-Dade voters approved a charter change requiring County Commission candidates to live in the district they want to represent for at least one year before qualifying. The previous requirement was six months. Unofficial election-night results showed nearly 77% support for the change.
Why it matters: County commissioners vote on decisions affecting roads, development, services and budgets throughout South Dade. The new requirement changes who can qualify to seek those seats. The results remain unofficial until certified.
Florida City hosts free cancer and wellness screenings Monday
The Sylvester Game Changer team will be at the Florida City Youth Activity Center Gym from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m on November 9, 2026 at the Youth Activity Center Gym. Services include several cancer screenings plus blood pressure, glucose and cholesterol checks. Confirm eligibility before you go.
MDC Homestead offers a free money-skills workshop Tuesday
Miami Dade College's TRIO Student Success Workshop runs from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. in Room A222 on November 10, 2026. The session focuses on practical financial literacy for students and is listed as free.
Forgivable business-loan applications are open
Miami-Dade opened its FY 2026 CDBG Special Economic Development application on October 28. The program offers forgivable loans to established and expanding for-profit businesses. Loan forgiveness is tied to creating permanent, full-time jobs for low-to-moderate-income county residents. Applications stay open until available money is committed, so read the booklet and eligibility rules before applying.
