Pinto’s Farm is hosting their 6th annual Pumpkin Patch event this Fall from September 28-November 3, 2019. Admission includes unlimited rides, magic shows and access to the hay maze & Petting Zoo. Don’t miss out on the pumpkin painting, Trick-Or-Treat activity& the delicious fruit smoothies! All dogs will be welcomed ONLY on November 2 nd & 3rd! Located in the Redland area on 14890 SW 216 ST Miami, FL 33170. To purchase tickets, visit www.pintofarm.com

Howl-o-ween/Creatures of the Night | Friday, October 25, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m./5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Bring your pets dressed in their best Howl-o-ween garb to explore the Garden and meet new four-legged friends. And discover Fairchild at night! Come dressed as your favorite creature and bring a flashlight to explore and learn about the nocturnal creatures at Fairchild and in our own backyards. Fun for the entire family. See details at www.fairchildgarden.org.

Purchase your tickets today to discover Oscar contenders, remarkable debuts and award-winning filmmakers October 10–13 at MDC’s Tower Theater Miami. For tickets and more information, go to gems2019.miamifilmfestival.com

Funky Buddha Brewery presents the 15th annual Oakland Park Oktoberfest! Enjoy live German music, authentic German-style beer and Bavarian cuisine in the Biergarten! Event Information: Friday, October 4, 6-11 p.m. | Saturday, October 5, 1-11 p.m. | Sunday, October 6, 1-7 p.m. Location: Jaco Pastorius Park, 4000 N Dixie Highway, Oakland Park, FL 33334. Admission: $5 per person, ages 12 and under are free. For more information, go to oaklandparkfl.gov/228/Oktoberfest

Treats, crafts, games, face painting, and more! Meet and learn from some fun characters in our amphitheater and take your picture with Luna, our sea turtle friend… wear your coolest costume, the fun never ends! Costumes welcomed (no swords or other pointy props, please). We recommend bringing bug spray and a bottle of water. Carpooling strongly encouraged; parking is limited. Reservations required (561) 544-8615 or gumbolimbo.org; we will sell out so make your reservations early!

Ages 2-6; children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult
Date and Time: Sunday, October 20; 10:00 am-2:00 pm
Cost per child: Member $7, Non-member $10
Please note that only participants with reservations will be allowed on property during the event. We do not accept walk-ins to this program.

October Programs
We are currently in the process of updating our registration process. Please refer to the registration link for each program for more information.

View our online Program Listings.

NEW! The Art of Nature
Do you look at clouds and see images of animals? Does the rustling of leaves in the wind sound like a symphony? We will make ephemeral art, learn to take thoughtful nature photos, and capture the beauty of nature on canvas. Program for adults and families.

Ages 7-adult; children under 18 must sign-up and participate with an adult.
Oct. 6, 10:00-11:00am
Cost per person: Member $5, Non-member $8. Reservations required.
Beach Treasures
Sand dollars? Sponges? Oh, what treasures you may find… sea beans, coral, shells and more; see what the sea has left behind! Meet at the Center to learn about shells and sea life; caravan to Red Reef Beach Park, for beachcombing with the experts!

All ages; children under 18 must sign-up and participate with an adult.
Oct. 9, 3:00-4:30 pm. Reservations recommended.
Early Birding with Al
Pick up some new skills or sharpen the old ones! Join us for a free early morning birding adventure at Gumbo Limbo. Learn about our native and migratory birds from an experienced birder, as we walk the Ashley Trail and the boardwalk in search of warblers, gnatcatchers, woodpeckers, and other avian species. Binoculars recommended. Meet on the front porch of the Nature Center.

Ages 10 and up; children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Oct. 17, 8:30–10:00 am. Reservations not required.
NEW! Homeschool Workshops
Join Gumbo Limbo Educators for super science-based lessons for your homeschool students, ages 3-12. Sign up for 1, 2, or all 3 fall workshops. Students will be divided into age groups; 3-5 years (parent required to stay with child), 6-8 years, and 9-12 years. Participate in science activities related to the monthly topic, prepared specifically with your student’s age group in mind. September’s topic is ‘Mazing Mammals! Younger/older siblings must participate in their own age groups.

Oct. 16, 2:00-3:30 pm (3-5 years, 2:00-3:00 pm)
Reservations required (by age group): Ages 3-5, Ages 6-8, Ages 9-12
Cost per Child: Member $5, Non-members $8; Sibling member $3, Sibling Non-member $6
Intracoastal Adventures – Canoeing
Nature-lovers, discover the magic of the mangroves with a Gumbo Limbo guide on a canoe paddle along the Intracoastal Waterway. Must be experienced at canoeing and be able to get into and out of a canoe without assistance. 2-3 people per canoe.

Ages 6-adult; children under 18 must sign-up and participate with an adult.
Oct. 26, 10:30 am-12:00 am. Reservations required.
Cost per person: Member $20, Non-member $25
NEW! Intracoastal Adventures – Full Moon Spookanoe
Join us for a spooky evening paddle if you dare! Enjoy a creepy float in the Intracoastal, explore the shores during our full moon spooky canoe paddle. Must be experienced at canoeing and be able to get into and out of a canoe without assistance. 2-3 people per canoe.

Ages 8-adult; children under 18 must sign-up and participate with an adult.
Oct. 13, 6:00 -7:30 pm. Reservations required.
Cost per person: Member $20, Non-member $25
Intracoastal Adventures – Kayaking
Beautiful scenery, fresh air, and exercise! Join us for a kayak tour as we learn about the fascinating wildlife that calls the Intracoastal home. Must have kayaking experience and be able to get in and out of a kayak without assistance. 1-2 people per double kayak.

Ages 6-adult; children under 18 must sign-up and participate with an adult.
Oct. 12, 9:00-10:30 am. Reservations required.
Cost per person: Member $20, Non-member $25
Intracoastal Adventures – Stand-Up Paddle Boarding
A whole new way to see the Intracoastal! Stand-up paddling offers a new perspective of the water below. Join us for a fun paddle along the mangroves as we look for fish, turtles, and stingrays!

Ages 12-adult; children under 18 must sign-up and participate with an adult.
Oct. 19, 9:00-11:00 am. Reservations required.
Cost per person: Member $20, Non-member $25
Little Wonders
Join us for stories, laughter, and fun, as we learn about everything under the sun! Gumbo Limbo, a great place to explore; aquariums, trails, gardens, and more! Make a craft, meet an animal, take in the scene; come back every month for a brand-new theme!

Ages 3-4 with an adult.
Oct. 5, 10:00-11:00 am. Reservations recommended.
Cost per child: Member $5, Non-member $8
Nature Detectives
“Why’s the sky blue? Why are plants green? What’s inside an egg? What does it all mean?” There is no end to a child’s questions! Become a Nature Detective with your novice naturalist as we investigate the mysteries of the world around us.

Ages 5-7 with an adult.
Oct. 5, 11:30 am-12:30 pm. Reservations recommended.
Cost per child: Member $5, Non-member $8
S’more Science
Join us for this fun campfire program in our garden amphitheater with a yummy treat. Each month will host a different topic.

All ages; children under 18 must sign-up and participate with an adult.
Oct. 27, 5:00-6:00 pm. Reservations required.
Cost per person: Member $3, Non-member $5
NEW! The Science of Nature
What is the name of the science that studies insects and spiders? What does a dendrologist do? Come find out for yourself! We will explore the science of nature and conduct some scientific experiments and activities of our own. Program for adults and families.

Ages 7-adult; children under 18 must sign-up and participate with an adult.
Oct. 27, 11:00am-12:00pm. Reservations required.
Cost per person: Member $5, Non-member $8

Saturday, October 19
Experience Japanese folk-dancing, drumming, our Ennichi street fair and iconic lantern floating ceremony in a fall festival in the spirit of Obon – Japan’s summer homage to ancestors who return for a brief visit to the living.

Set a reminder! General admission tickets go on sale Monday, October 7 at 10 am until event sells out.

For more information, go to morikami.org

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!!! After two sold-out shows, award-winning magician and comedian, Harrison Greenbaum, who has been featured on ABC’s “America’s Got Talent,” NBC’s “Last Comic Standing,” National Geographic’s “Brain Games,” and more – is bringing his gut-busting, jaw-dropping show back to the Mizner Park Cultural Center!

Experience a theatrical magic and comedy extravaganza that deftly combines “smart, witty, and lightning quick punchlines” (SceneTracker) with jaw dropping, cutting-edge illusions, mind reading and legerdemain. This show is a unique blend of Harrison’s award-winning comedy, which he has performed at comedy clubs and festivals around the world, with original magic, much of it invented specifically for this show and never before seen.

Live October 18-19 at 7:30pm at miznerparkculturalcenter.com