Aventura Mall Hosts Seasonal Farmers Market, On Now Through September

The Farmer's Market, located in the mall's Center Court. The event takes bi-monthly, with the next one scheduled for the weekend of June 25-26

Surrounding the majestic fountain in Aventura Mall's Center Court guests will find the Farmer's Market with vendors selling a wide variety of diverse items such as:

• Locally-produced honey
• Locally-grown fruits & veggies 
• Fresh baked goods
• Homemade jams & jellies
• High-quality oils & vinegars
• Freshly cut flowers
• Tropical plants
• Orchids
• Bonsai trees & bonsai arrangements
• Organic soaps & beauty products
• And so much more!

The indoor Farmer's Market takes place bi-monthly, on Saturdays from 10am-9:30pm and Sundays from noon-8pm. The market runs from April-September of each year. The remaining dates are: June 25-26; July 9-10 & 23-24; August 13-14 & 27-28; September 17-18 & 24-25.

Aventura Mall is not just for shopping and dining, it’s also a place to be entertained. Throughout the year, the mall hosts a number of special events, including the Chocolate Festival, Great American Bake Sale and Miami’s Most Photogenic Baby, along with regular happenings such as the Farmer’s Market and Adopt-A-Pet events. Aventura Mall's Event Page will keep you in-the-know on the exciting events your favorite mall offers!

South Florida's number one shopping destination among locals and international visitors, Aventura Mall ranks as one of the top five highest grossing malls in the country in sales per square foot. Anchored by Bloomingdales, Nordstrom and Macy’s, Aventura Mall boasts 300 specialty stores, ranging from chic, internationally renowned names such as Herve Leger by MaxAzria, Burberry, Faconnable, Henri Bendel, Michael Kors and Hugo Boss, to many of the most popular and recognized retailers, including Abercrombie & Fitch, Apple, Calvin Klein, Forever XXI, True Religion and Diesel. Aventura Mall is also home to 10 full-service restaurants and an exclusive contemporary art collection featuring 10 installations positioned throughout the shopping center.

Located at 19501 Biscayne Boulevard, the mall is open Monday through Saturday, 10am-9:30pm, and Sunday, noon-8pm. For more information call 305-935-1110, or visit www.aventuramall.com, Facebook and Twitter.

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The Falls’ "Art By Nature" Exhibition Sheds Light On The Importance Of Recycling & Celebrates Nature’s Beauty

The Falls, one of the largest open-air shopping, dining and entertainment complexes in the U.S., is proud to present “Art By Nature”, a premier eco-art exhibition that aims to celebrate nature, while shedding light on the importance of conserving and protecting the Earth’s natural resources and environment. The free exhibition, which runs from May 6-30, will serve as the backdrop to a month of festive eco-activities at the mall. 

A sketch of César Santaló’s “Grasses”

The exhibit will feature a variety of unique, nature-inspired sculptures, figures and monuments created with eco-friendly materials from nine local artists including Audrey Barth (South Miami), Laurie Bogis and her third grade art class (Miami), Jonathan Brooks (Miami), Jenn Cucalon (South Miami), Clark DeCapite, Jr. (South Miami), John May (Pompano Beach), César Santaló (Miami), Nina Shepard (Miami) and Robert Tabor (Fort Lauderdale).

To kick off The Falls’ Art By Nature exhibition, renowned sand artist John May will be at The Falls assembling his piece, “Under the Sea in Sand.” May will use sand, South Florida’s ultimate recyclable material, to create a table-top sculpture featuring dolphins, sea turtles, sea horses, fish, kelp, coral and more. Shoppers are invited to watch May as he assembles his piece beginning on Friday, May 6 and continuing throughout the weekend.

“The Falls, with its lush landscaped environment, is the perfect backdrop to showcase works of art that will inspire us all to do our part to save the planet,” said Dailen Rodriguez, director of mall marketing and business development at The Falls. “This effort exemplifies our commitment to environmental awareness and allows us to further advance our go-green initiatives.”

“Art by Nature” is free and open to the public for viewing throughout the beautiful tropical landscape environment at The Falls from Friday, May 6 through Monday, May 30.  Shoppers are invited to vote for their favorite art piece by visiting guest services or texting the artist number to #74666. The artists with the most votes will receive exclusive prizes from The Falls.

For more information, including a full list of events in May, please contact The Falls at 305-255-4571 or visit www.simon.com or www.facebook.com/ShopTheFalls.

The Falls is one of Florida’s largest open-air retail and entertainment destinations, featuring Bloomingdale's, Macy's, more than 95 stores, restaurants, cafés and Regal Cinemas. In addition to the anchor tenants, The Falls features recognized retailers including Crate & Barrel, Pottery Barn, LOFT, Brooks Brothers, bebe, Coach, BCBGMAXAZRIA, Talbots, Banana Republic, Williams-Sonoma Grand Cuisine, Cache, Brookstone, Lucky Brand Jeans, Vera Bradley, Origins, Mayor’s Jewelers, White House/Black Market and many other fine specialty retailers.  Dining selections include Los Ranchos Restaurant, P.F. Chang’s China Bistro, Bargello Bistro, Macy's Taste Bar, TGIFriday’s and Johnny Rockets.  For more information about The Falls, located at U.S. 1 and S.W. 136 St. in Miami, call 305-255-4570 or visit us online at www.simon.com or www.facebook.com/ShopTheFalls. 

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Earth Day is FREE at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden

Fairchild is offering free admission to all visitors on Earth Day, Friday, April 22. In support of earth-friendly products, The Shop at Fairchild will have a display of sustainable and recycled products for purchase and will offer a 10% discount on all items in The Shop. This is the perfect opportunity to walk Fairchild’s grounds, have a family picnic, admire the monumental sculptures of Claude and Françoise-Xavier Lalanne, make a wish at Yoko Ono’s Wishing Grove or simply sit on a bench and read your favorite book while overlooking 83 acres of lush tropical paradise.

Francois-Xavier Lalanne's,
Canard Sur L'Eau, 2006

In addition to free admission, guests can take advantage of the following special offers on Earth Day!
* Enjoy Free Admission to the garden
* Indulge the little ones in educational Kids' Activities
* Eat gourmet food from local food trucks gastroPod and MexZican Gourmet
* Learn about local non-profit environmental organizations
* Membership Special: 50% off for new members. Renewing members receive 10% off. Special Earth Day offers are available by phone or in person only on April 22. 

Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden and Books & Books present a special Earth Day book signing featuring author Joel M. Curzon presenting his book Light Fading: Reflections on the Imperiled Everglades. This event takes place at 3 p.m. in the Garden House and is free of charge. Please RSVP to marketing@fairchildgarden.org. 

Earth Day, originated by U.S. Senator Gaylord Nelson in 1970 and now observed throughout the world, is intended to inspire awareness of and appreciation for the Earth’s environment. Fairchild serves its mission as an advocate for saving tropical plant diversity by exploring, explaining and conserving the world of tropical plants and inspiring a greater knowledge and love for plants and gardening so that all can enjoy the beauty and bounty of the tropical world.

Yoko Ono's Wishing Garden

Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, the oldest major cultural institution in Miami-Dade County, is dedicated to exploring, explaining and conserving the world of tropical plants. It is one of the premier conservation and education-based gardens in the world and a recognized international leader in both Florida and international conservation. Fairchild also hosts major art events such as Les Lalanne at Fairchild and Yoko Ono’s Wishing Grove this year, Yayoi Kusama at Fairchild last year, Mark di Suvero, Fernando Botero, Dale Chihuly and Kris Martin at Fairchild in 2008, Botero, Lichtenstein and Chihuly at Fairchild in 2007 and Chihuly at Fairchild in 2005 and 2006.


Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden is located at 10901 Old Cutler Road, Coral Gables (Miami), just a 30-minute drive from South Beach. For more information, visit us at www.fairchildgarden.org and on Facebook and Twitter.

Awesome April at Miami Beach Botanical Garden

Check the Miami Beach Botanical Garden's event page frequently!!

Wednesday, April 4 / 2-5pm

The Wholesome Grocer

Lillies and the Swallow
by Ed King  

The Garden serves as the pick-up point and resource for fresh, local and organic produce, grass-fed beef, free-range chicken and eggs, honey and seasonal foods from local growers. Sign up with Cindy Hill at Wholesome Grocer service, pre-order from her grocery list and pick up at the Garden. No application fee or minimum order. Telephone 305-496-4591 or visit www.onceuponacarrot.org

April 4-8

Neo-Pop Artwork by Ed King

An exhibit of artwork by neo-pop artist Ed King integrates plant and garden images with vibrant colors, black outlines and his signature stitching. Based in Miami, since 2003 King has been living his dream of creating fun and inspiring artwork for clients around the globe. The exhibit in the Banyan Room is free and open to the public. Opening reception on Tuesday, April 5 from 6-8:30pm

Saturday, April 9 / 10am

The What, When, Where and Why of Garden Design

FIU Professor Ronald Mossman will discuss principles of landscape design: putting the right plant in the right place; wind and weather considerations, and what to think about in landscaping your own garden. A question and question period will help homeowners address planting and design challenges in their own gardens. Orchids, bromeliads, flowering plants and trees for sale.

Tuesday, April 12 / Noon-2pm

Green Book Club

April book selection: The Future of Life by E.O. Wilson

Every Thursday / 6:30-7:30pm

Miami Beach Toastmasters

Polish your professional presentations and social interaction with Miami Beach Toastmasters meeting  every Thursday evening at the Garden. www.miamibeachtoastmasters.com

   

Japanese Garden at the
Miami Beach Botanical Garden

Tuesday, April 12 / 6-8:30pm

The Garden Annual Meeting

Lecture: "Putting the Zen into Gardening"

The Garden's Annual Meeting features guest speaker Min Mossman, author and authority on Japanese Gardens discusses how to put Zen in your garden and capture traditional Japanese garden design with Florida native plants and trees. Floral artist Israel Sands will demonstrate ikebana arrangements. Free and open to the public. Members will elect the Garden's Board of Directors.

April 18-22

Double Devine

Winners of the Audience Choice and Artist Choice awards at the June 2010 Devine Debris Art Exhibit at the Garden, Daniel Walker and Stefan VonFouts exhibit artworks that make an environmental statement. Opening reception Tuesday, April 18 from 6-8:30pm

Thursday, April 28 / 7-9ppm

Techniques of Healthy Organic Cooking 101

Join cooking instructor Cindy Hill to explore techniques for creating quick, easy and healthy meals. Learn simple steps that make big changes.  No previous cooking skills required. $35 per person, adults only. 786-216-7946 or onceuponacarrot@me.com

The Miami Beach Botanical Garden is located at 2000 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach. Please call 305-673-7256 or visit www.mbgarden.org for more information. 

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Go Green Expo and Symposium

The City of Aventura and The Continental Group, Inc. (TCG) are presenting the “Go Green Expo and Symposium” on Thursday, Feb. 24, from 6-8 p.m. at the City of Aventura Government Center located at 19200 West Country Club Drive.

The Expo will be from 6-7 p.m. and will feature desktop presentations by former “Go Green” City of Aventura winners; tentative Corporate Green presenters, such as Florida Power and Light, Lukes-Sawgrass Landscaping, Waste Management and All Florida Pest Control, presenting about topics such as: all natural pest control, recycling, water conservation, Florida Friendly landscaping, and energy saving tips. The Expo will also include potential organizational presenters such as: Fostering Sustainable Behavior Forum and Dream-In-Green.

The Symposium will begin at 7 p.m. with feature presentations by Devesh Nirmul, Director of Energy and Sustainability Solutions at FirstService Energy Management, Dr. Jennifer Languell, President of the Florida Green Building Coalition and the award winning, City of Aventura Go Green program.  All multimedia presentations aim to educate residents, businesses and condominium managers and board members, on ways that the City of Aventura is “going green” and how they can establish or enhance their own Go Green initiatives in their homes, businesses and high-rise communities.

Attendees will be encouraged to ask questions after the presentations. Light refreshments will be served at the end of the symposium.

The City of Aventura is honored to be a recipient of a Green Local Government Certification designated by the Florida Green Building Coalition (FGBC). The FGBC certified the City at the Silver Level for demonstrating green efforts within a set of sustainability standards established for the Green Local Government Certification program.

The Florida Green Local Government designation exemplifies the City’s ongoing commitment to outstanding environmental stewardship. The City of Aventura has made a priority to operate a green government for several years. These strategies benefit the community in several ways by reducing environmental impacts and operational costs.

For more information on the City of Aventura’s green efforts, visit the Go Green page at www.cityofaventura.com.


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