Pinecrest Gardens - April Events!

April Events are in Full Bloom!Featured This MonthJazz at Pinecrest Gardens; Earth Day Festival; Man of La Mancha; Chick Flick Friday; Family Friday; The Gold-Diggers; Horticulture Lecture Series; Little Mermaid; Gardens Gallery; Carbon Nation; Botanical Arts & Crafts; Farmers Market
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FEATURED MUSIC EVENT 2013 GRAMMY AWARD WINNER Marlow Rosado Saturday, April 13, 8:00 p.m.

Click on image for full season "Channels the Spirit of the Great Salseros with a Modern Edge" Fania Salsalsa Recordings Wow! It’s Salsa with a capital “S”. Jazz at Pinecrest Gardens concludes its incredible jazz series Saturday, April 13th at 8:00 pm with 2013 Grammy Award Winner Marlow Rosado and his “bring-the-house-down” 10 piece band. Rosado has performed and recorded with some of the biggest names in Latin music including Celia Cruz, Selena, Mark Anthony and more…so kick off your shoes and get ready to dance in the aisles when Marlow Rosado and company set the Banyan Bowl on fire. For tickets click here.

FEATURED FESTIVAL Earth Day Festival Presented by Williamson Automotive Sunday, April, 14 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Click the image for details Williamson Automotive and The Village of Pinecrest invite you to celebrate our magnificent planet on Sunday, April 14th when we open our gates FREE to the public for a day of activities for the entire family including workshops organized by the CLEO Institute and Plant Societies, food demos, planting activities, plant sales, an eco-fashion show by Karma Couture, green vendors, wild life shows, local school performances and so much more. The Earth Day Festival comes to a wonderful conclusion with a very special performance by the Greater Miami Youth Symphony at 4:00 p.m. in the Banyan Bowl. This is a FREE event for everyone.

FEATURED THEATRICAL EVENT Man of La ManchaApril 5, 6 & 7

For information click the image Miami Acting Company presents "Man of La Mancha", a five-time Tony award winning musical including Best Musical, that tells the story of the "mad" knight, Don Quixote, as a play within a play. Come and enjoy this classic & enchanting tale and share what it means to dream, "The Impossible Dream". Performances are 8:00 p.m. Friday & Saturday April 5th and 6th, and 7:30 on Sunday, April 7th. This special presentation is directed by Pamela Kirkpatrick and set design by Ken Kurtz. For tickets and further information click here.

Gardens Gallery presents: Jeffrey Glasser PhotographyApril 10 - May 3 Opening Reception, Wednesday, April 10, 6:00-9:00 p.m.

Click image for Gallery schedule Jeffrey's fascination with photography is fed by the joy of simply "seeing". The play of light on a scene, the juxtaposition of things and textures are elements of his images. Predominately using available natural light, his "moments" can rarely be duplicated. Jeffrey's process involves the silver gelatin prints done on Multigrade Fiber Base paper which have been archivally processed in a "wet" darkroom. The tones of these prints are neutral. This medium is considered to be perhaps the most archival photographic process, giving the images a three dimensional feeling. Jeffrey is a practicing dentist and his interest in fine art photography has spanned forty years. His photos have been included in over fifty exhibitions in both public and private collections. Meet Jeffery at the Opening Reception, Wednesday, April 10th from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. free to the public.

Family Friday at the Gardens Brave Friday, April 12, 8:00 p.m.

For information click the image “Courage, independence and family are all beautifully brought to life…”Tom Glasson Concrete Playground Set in Scotland in a Mythical Time, Disney-Pixar’s stunningly visual animated feature film is about Princess Merida, who, determined to make her own path in life, defies a custom that brings chaos to her kingdom. Granted one wish, Merida must rely on her bravery and her archery skills to undo a beastly curse. Flash light tours are at sundown, around 7:30 - 7:45, and we'll be serving up the best hot dogs and popcorn in town. April Family Friday is our last Family Friday for the season, so don’t miss the fun, the flashlight adventure or the magnificent film "Brave" destined to become a classic. Admission $5.

Chick Flick Friday Wedding DateWednesday, April 17, 8:00 p.m.

Click image for information “…a guilty pleasure that is perfect for a girls' night out” Sarah Chauncey Reel.com Love love love this delicious romantic comedy starring Dermot Mulroney and Debra Messing! Single-girl anxiety causes Kat Ellis (Messing) to hire a male escort (Mulroney) to pose as her boyfriend at her sister's wedding. Her plan, an attempt to dupe her ex-fiancé, who dumped her a couple years prior, proves to be her undoing. Join us for live music, martinis and a movie Wednesday, April 17th (sorry Chick Flick Fans—Fridays were all booked this month). Gates open at 6:30 and movie at 8:00 p.m. Admission $5.

Rock the Stages The Gold-Diggers April 20 & 21 Three Performances Only!

The Gold-Diggers is a theatrical group performing in support of charities, with donations totaling over one million dollars to date. Their primary charities include "The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of America, South Florida Chapter", and the "Food for Life Network". In the spring of each year, the Gold-Diggers present their annual musical fundraising extravaganza right here at Pinecrest Gardens. This year's lavish and spectacular musical review is entitled Rock the Stages…and it promises to be a fun filled spectacle of music, dance, beautiful costumes and amazing staging. Performances are Saturday, April 20th at 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. and Sunday Matinee at 2:00 p.m. For information and tickets phone 305-742-7042.

Miami Children's Theater presents: The Little Mermaid April 26, 27 & 28

DISNEY’S THE LITTLE MERMAID is here! This Miami Children’s Theater show that have the entire family mesmerized with this all-time classic story. Follow the songs and stories of Ariel, Prince Eric, Flounder, Ursula, King Triton and all your favorite Little Mermaid characters. Come see our extravagant production of one of the most beloved movies of all time! Friday, April 26 (opening night) at 7:00 p.m., Saturday, April 27th at 7:00 p.m. with a matinee on Sunday, April 28th at 2:00 p.m. Tickets for adults are $15 and children under 10 and seniors are $12. To purchase tickets on-line click here.

From the Ground Up...A Garden Re-Imagined "Herb Gardening for the Home Garden " Gardens Gallery, Hibiscus Room

Click image for full schedule Join Pinecrest Gardens Horticulturist Craig Morell for a program on how to grow your own fresh garden herbs. Discover the potential to grow healthy organic herbs, even in small garden spaces and with minimum effort--any cook will love the ability to clip fresh herbs from your own garden outdoors or even on your window sill. Additionally, Craig will be discussing techniques to have a pest and weed free container garden. Coffee and snacks will be served. Wednesday, April 10th (10:00 - 11:00 a.m.) and Thursday, April 26th (6:30 - 7:30 p.m.) in the Hibiscus Room Gardens Gallery. The class is open to the public and there is $ 5 admission fee (that includes refreshments) payable at the ticket booth.

Learning Made Fun Botanical Arts and Crafts Legends & Stories

Click image for full schedule Join us on Saturday, April 13th or April 27th from 2:00-3:30 p.m. for Krafts-4-Kids. This month our program is entitled “The Bats, the Birds the Bees and the Wind". Children will learn all about parts of a flower, what makes an orchid flower different from any other flower…how we evolve from flower to fruit and vegetables, edible flowers and pollination. In addition to class and crafts, we will hunt for some wonderful flowering finds in the Gardens. These are classes for children six through twelve years of age. Classes are limited to 20 children and the cost is $5 with all materials included in the price. Call for reservations in advance at 305-669-6990.

Farmers Market: Fresh Produce & More Sundays 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Click on image for information Enjoy the fresh air while selecting your fresh produce, spices, home-baked breads, hand-made pastas, organic products and much more at Pinecrest Gardens' Farmers Market, every Sunday. The market is open from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. and admission is Free. Relax, take a stroll, savor the selections and while you are there, enjoy the purchases you have made at one of our many picnic areas in the Gardens, or overlooking the magnificent view on Lakeview Terrace.

COMING NEXT MONTH Winnie the PoohThe MusicalSaturday & Sunday May 4 & 5

Click image for information DISNEY’S WINNIE THE POOH KIDS is a delightful new show based on the beloved characters of A.A. Milne and the 2011 Disney animated feature film. DISNEY’S WINNIE THE POOH KIDS welcomes audiences to the Hundred Acre Wood, where Winnie the Pooh is once again in search of honey. Along the way, he meets his pals Tigger, Piglet, Rabbit, and Owl, but soon discovers that Christopher Robin has been captured by the Backson! As they prepare for a rescue operation, the animals learn about teamwork, friendship, and sharing snacks. Winnie the Pooh will have performances on- May 4th & May 5th at 11:00 a.m. & 2:00 p.m. and the May 4th 11:00 a.m. performance is Sensory Friendly. General admission at the gate $6.