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Oct
31
Thu
Spirited Ladies Tour @ Baker House
Oct 31 @ 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Spirited Ladies Tour @ Baker House

Join us as we share the ghostly spirit stories from the lives of women who once resided in the historic Baker House. Take a tour and get to know Mary, the Floridian Baker; Lorena, the soulful sister; and Gladys, the 3rd generation Baker. All ages are welcome to attend. Reservations required. Tours at 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.

Nov
3
Sun
Sunday Market at Whispering Oaks @ Whispering Oaks Winery
Nov 3 @ 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Sunday Market at Whispering Oaks @ Whispering Oaks Winery

1ST & 3RD SUNDAYS

Free Entry and Parking

Featuring a WIDE variety of Crafters, Cottage Goods, Home Decor, Family Friendly Vendors & More! As well as Live Music & Food Vendors, and access to Whispering Oaks Winery!

Nov
7
Thu
Needle Felting Class @ Dade Battlefield Historic State Park
Nov 7 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Needle Felting Class @ Dade Battlefield Historic State Park

Join us as we learn how to work with felt to make needle felting crafts.

Cost is $3/vehicle or Florida State Parks Annual Pass plus $5/person.

Group size is limited to 12.

Pre-registration is required at DadePrograms@FloridaDEP.gov or 352-793-4781.

Nov
9
Sat
Florida Heritage Day @ Dade Battlefield Historic State Park
Nov 9 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Florida Heritage Day @ Dade Battlefield Historic State Park

Join us in celebrating Florida’s rich past with period living-history demonstrations, music, folk crafts, pioneer games for children and hands-on activities for both children and adults. Food vendor and more.

Cost is $5/vehicle for park entry and event.

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Nov
10
Sun
A-Mazing Beer and Wine Festival @ Brown & Brown Farms
Nov 10 @ 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm
A-Mazing Beer and Wine Festival @ Brown & Brown Farms
(VIP ENTRY FROM 11 AM)

Join us at Brown and Brown Farms for an adventure in our maze where hidden wineries and breweries offer free samples for you to discover!

Don’t Wait – Secure Your Tickets Before They’re Gone!

Limited number of tickets available. Tickets must be bought online before the event and ID’s will be checked on admission. Strictly 21s and over event.

**RAIN OR SHINE EVENT – NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN**
Nov
13
Wed
Holiday Craft Class: Natural Ornaments @ Dade Battlefield Historic State Park
Nov 13 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Holiday Craft Class: Natural Ornaments @ Dade Battlefield Historic State Park

Prepare early to decorate your house naturally as we make decorative holiday crafts from palm and palmetto fronds, pine needles, and other natural materials.

Cost is $3/vehicle or Florida State Parks Annual Pass, plus $5/person activity fee; children 12 and under free.

Pre-registration is required. E-mail DadePrograms@FloridaDEP.gov or call the park office at 352-793-4781 to register.

Nov
14
Thu
Tribute to the 3 Iconic Bands-Reo Speedwagon, Loverboy & Survivor
Nov 14 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Tribute to the 3 Iconic Bands-Reo Speedwagon, Loverboy & Survivor

Join us for a Great Night of music from 3 Iconic bands-Reo Speedwagon, Loveryboy & Survivor! Tickets will go on Sale approximately 1 month before the show date

Nov
17
Sun
Pine Needle Basket Class 11/17/24 @ Dade Battlefield Historic State Park
Nov 17 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Pine Needle Basket Class 11/17/24 @ Dade Battlefield Historic State Park

Traditional pine needle basketry is taught by Dade’s experienced volunteers.

All materials are provided to make a longleaf pine needle basket.

Pre-register by calling 352-793-4781 or email DadePrograms@FloridaDEP.gov.

Cost is $3/vehicle (or Florida State Parks Annual Pass) plus $5/person activities fee.

Sunday Market at Whispering Oaks @ Whispering Oaks Winery
Nov 17 @ 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Sunday Market at Whispering Oaks @ Whispering Oaks Winery

1ST & 3RD SUNDAYS

Free Entry and Parking

Featuring a WIDE variety of Crafters, Cottage Goods, Home Decor, Family Friendly Vendors & More! As well as Live Music & Food Vendors, and access to Whispering Oaks Winery!

Nov
18
Mon
Project Learning Tree for Kids 11/18/24 @ Dade Battlefield Historic State Park
Nov 18 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Project Learning Tree for Kids 11/18/24 @ Dade Battlefield Historic State Park

Get WILD with your students at Dade Battlefield Historic State Park each month in an immersive educational experience utilizing both indoor and outdoor activities teaching nature’s mysteries in a fun and engaging way! This month we will use curricula from Project Learning Tree curriculum created by the Sustainable Forestry Initiative. Cost is free for this educational event. Pre-registration is required – call 352-793-4781 or email DadePrograms@FloridaDEP.gov.

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