The new school year is here and Miami-Dade Parks once again steps up to the plate by offering quality and affordable after-school programs for your children, with an array of components including homework assistance, "Fit to Play, Fun for Life" recreational activities, and more.

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Ribfest Nears!

Ribfest logo Ribfest is an exciting 3-day outdoor grilling extravaganza of local and national Ribbers. Don't miss it, at Homestead Air Reserve Park, November 7-9.

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Join our Green Challenges!

Miami-Dade County has decided to win the National Association of Counties (NACO) Green Challenges and we cannot do this without your help! Participate in the Drive $marter and Change the World competitions and demonstrate that Miami-Dade County residents have the power!
> Visit the County's Sustainability website
> Learn more about the challenges
> View the County Manager's memo

Kudos to the Parks Team!

Miami-Dade Park and Recreation is proud to announce that it has won several awards from the National Association of County Information Officers (NACIO) for their work in communications and marketing.

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Need some 'Tee' Time?

Then come join the many and varied adult golf leagues offered. You are sure to find one that fits you to a “tee.”

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Miami International Agriculture & Cattle Show

Miami-Dade Parks Department wants to thank the over 19,000 residents and visitors whose attendance made this event such a tremendous success.

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Opportunities

Miami-Dade Parks is Seeking to Purchase Land for Future Parks
The Miami-Dade County Park and Recreation Department seeks land for various future parks. Interested parties are invited to submit suitable properties for consideration. Sites submitted must meet the following requirements.

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Parks & Recreation Slideshow

Open Space System Master Plan

Parklife Magazine

You may pick up a hard copy of Parklife at any
Miami-Dade County public library or your nearest park.

Upcoming Events

September 4, 2008
Biscayne Bay Wonders
Marsha Colbert, manager of the Biscayne Bay Aquatic Preserve, will talk about the plant and animal life found in Biscayne Bay on Thursday, September 4th from 7 – 8 pm.

September 13, 2008
Wine on Harvest Moon
The Select South Florida BMW Dealers proudly present the Deering Estate Foundation’s 7th annual fall wine tasting event 'Wine on Harvest Moon' at the Deering Estate at Cutler.

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