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SUMMARY:Field Trip:  Redland Ahead
DESCRIPTION:Redland Ahead  is a non profit\, formed in 2014 by Col John Mills a 30 year career US Army Veteran\, to assist veterans and others interested in agriculture intern on our farm to try their hand at farming. We partnered with FIU with their New Farmer Training program funded by the USDA to offer an internship. \nWe had formally run Redland Community Farm & Market at Verde for the MD Homeless Trust where we successfully trained several veterans and former homeless individuals who went on to very productive careers in ag.  We moved our location to where our one acre green house resides a couple of years ago to recreate RCFF as Redland Fresh Farm. We built out a container as our farm stand and have a small farmer’s market space under the canopy of the avocado trees. We held a few markets until the end of March and will begin again in the fall when the weather permits. We are currently in talks to rent out our nursery and to the west of that we are designing a space for teaching/events and a butterfly garden that will provide a quiet place for veterans and others to find reflection. \nYou will be touring the greenhouse\, our small garden area\, and our farm stand. The property is 7.5 acres so please wear comfortable shoes. \nPrice listed is for RFCI members only. Non-members will be charged $20.00. \n  \n 
URL:https://rarefruitcouncil.org/event/field-trip-redland-ahead/
LOCATION:Redland Ahead\, 15201 SW 216th Street\, Miami\, FL\, 33170\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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ORGANIZER;CN="Elizabeth Harvey - Program Chair":MAILTO:programs@rarefruitcouncil.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260501
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260504
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SUMMARY:Rare Plants and Orchid Festival
DESCRIPTION:Plant collectors and orchid enthusiasts will find plenty to discover at this annual celebration of rare and exotic flora. The Rare Plants and Orchid Festival returns May 1-3 to the Fuchs Pavilion at the Miami-Dade County Fair & Expo Center\, located next to FIU. Set in a comfortable\, air-conditioned indoor venue\, the festival features over 60 specialized vendors from around the world offering unique and hard-to-find specimens. \nOver three days\, attendees can explore a diverse selection of tropical plants—ranging from orchids and aroids to other coveted varieties rarely seen in traditional retail settings. Renowned growers such as Motes Orchids\, Equator Plants\, Bela Vista Orchids and Krull Smith will be onsite\, along with allied vendors offering supplies\, planters\, garden accessories and botanical art. \nThis family-friendly event also includes complimentary raffles throughout the weekend\, with chances to win rare plants and other prizes. E-ticket holders are automatically entered into the main and bonus raffles\, while those purchasing tickets at the door can enter onsite. No purchase is necessary to participate\, and children under 12 are admitted free. \nWhether you’re a seasoned collector or just starting out\, the Rare Plants and Orchid Festival offers a welcoming space to shop\, learn and connect with fellow plant lovers.
URL:https://rarefruitcouncil.org/event/rare-plants-and-orchid-festival/
LOCATION:Miami-Dade County Fair & Exposition Inc.\, 10901 Coral Way\, Miami\, FL\, 33165\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260513T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260513T190000
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SUMMARY:Club Meeting: Dylan Terry - Edible Gardening in Florida
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Dylan Terry\, owner of Ready to Grow Gardens \nTopic: Edible Gardening in Florida \nBio: Ready-to-Grow Gardens is owned by Miami native\, Dylan Terry. He began gardening as a teenager. While a student\, he managed New College of Florida’s edible garden. Since then\, he has planned\, installed\, and maintained organic edible gardens all over South Florida. Garden sites include homes\, schools\, businesses and retirement communities. The vision of Ready-to-Grow Gardens is to give people access to local\, nutritious and safe food sources through accessible organic edible garden design\, installation\, and maintenance. In this globalized economy\, an enormous amount of energy is used just in the transportation of food\, and the actual creation of the food has led to countless irreversible environmental problems. There is much work to be done to improve the system in which we get food and the way in which it is produced. \n 
URL:https://rarefruitcouncil.org/event/club-meeting-dylan-terry-edible-gardening-in-florida/
LOCATION:Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden – “Corbin A” Room\, 10901 Old Cutler Rd.\, Coral Gables\, FL\, 33156\, United States
CATEGORIES:Club Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Elizabeth Harvey - Program Chair":MAILTO:programs@rarefruitcouncil.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260610T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260610T190000
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SUMMARY:Club Meeting: Dr. Patrick Griffith - Searching for the World's Largest Coconut on the Palmyra Atoll
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Dr. Patrick Griffith\, the Executive Director of the Montgomery Botanical Center \nTopic: Searching for the World’s Largest Coconut on the Palmyra Atoll \nThe Palmyra Atoll is right at the center of nowhere in the Pacific Ocean\, 3\,300 miles southwest of North America and 3\,300 miles northeast of New Zealand.  Until last November\, no one had collected any of the remarkable native coconuts in over a century.  But then Dr. Patrick Griffith and his team from Montgomery Botanical Center traveled to the atoll to observe and collect seeds of the Palmyra palm…. \nCome and hear what they found!
URL:https://rarefruitcouncil.org/event/speaker-dr-patrick-griffith-the-executive-director-of-the-montgomery-botanical-center-talk-searching-for-the-worlds-largest-coconut-on-the-palmyra-atoll/
LOCATION:Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden – “Corbin A” Room\, 10901 Old Cutler Rd.\, Coral Gables\, FL\, 33156\, United States
CATEGORIES:Club Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Elizabeth Harvey - Program Chair":MAILTO:programs@rarefruitcouncil.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260621T170000
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SUMMARY:Summer Fruit Festival - At Fruit and Spice Park
DESCRIPTION:Get Ready for the Summer Fruit Festival! – TWO DAY WEEKEND EVENT!\nFresh fruit\, live music\, family fun\, and local flavor — all packed into one juicy weekend celebration! \nJoin us as we highlight the vibrant world of tropical fruits and local agriculture at the height of the season. From large mango displays to tropical treats\, this festival is bursting with color\, flavor\, and unforgettable experiences. \nHere’s what you can look forward to: \n\nThe Biggest Mango Display in the region – nearly 200 varieties on show!\nWorkshops & Talks with special guest speakers\nDelicious local cuisine and live music all day\nRefreshing Tropical Sangrias and Fruit Sundaes\nUnique vendors showcasing food\, art\, and more\nLawn games and activities for the whole family\nRaffles and prizes throughout the day\n\nDates: June 21 – 22\nTime: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. \n 
URL:https://rarefruitcouncil.org/event/summer-fruit-festival-at-fruit-and-spice-park/
LOCATION:Fruit & Spice Park\, 24801 SW 187th Avenue\, Homestead\, FL\, 33031\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Elizabeth Harvey - Program Chair":MAILTO:programs@rarefruitcouncil.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260708T190000
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SUMMARY:Club Meeting:  Brian Smith - Dragon Fruit
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Brian Smith\, Owner of Under the Vine Dragon Fruit Farm \nTopic: Dragon Fruit \nBio: Under the Vine is a local\, family-owned farm growing Dragon Fruit in Homestead\, FL (just South of Miami). Under the Vine Farm has been operating independently and responsibly since 2017\, farming over 12 acres of Red\, Pink and some White Dragon Fruit. We cater to those who value fresh Dragon Fruit\, the local farm-to-table concept\, and Responsible and Sustainable farming practices. \nWe pride ourselves on providing the highest quality and variety of Dragon Fruit\, grown right on our own farm. We chose to grow Dragon Fruit as it has many Health Benefits\, is considered a Superfruit high in Antioxidants\, and is shown to Boost your Immune System. We supply many local restaurants\, fruit/farm stands\, and other buyers of Tropical Fruit\, and offer shipping options locally and throughout the entire U.S. and Canada. 
URL:https://rarefruitcouncil.org/event/club-meeting-brian-smith-dragon-fruit/
LOCATION:Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden – “Corbin A” Room\, 10901 Old Cutler Rd.\, Coral Gables\, FL\, 33156\, United States
CATEGORIES:Club Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Elizabeth Harvey - Program Chair":MAILTO:programs@rarefruitcouncil.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260725T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260725T111500
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SUMMARY:Mango Specialty Tour – At Fruit and Spice Park
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an experience through the flavors of summer on board our specialty mango tasting tour! Explore our diverse mango collection with guidance from our Naturalists. Taste and experience 5 different and unique varieties\, each with its own story\, texture\, and flavor profile. \nLearn and taste from several varieties growing in our collection\, ranging from the bright and classic Haden to the sweet and vibrant Southern Blush to the rich and custard-like Ice Cream Mango! \nThis guided tasting tour highlights the diversity of one of South Florida’s favorite fruits. Each tour is a unique experience! \nPark admission included. Call 305.247.5727 to reserve your spot today. \nTicket Prices:\nAdults $35\, Children $20\, Members $10 (Park Admission Included with purchase)
URL:https://rarefruitcouncil.org/event/mango-specialty-tour/
LOCATION:Fruit & Spice Park\, 24801 SW 187th Avenue\, Homestead\, FL\, 33031\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260812T190000
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SUMMARY:Club Meeting: Louise King - How to Dehydrate Fruit at Home
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Louise King\, horticulturist at the Fruit & Spice Park in Homestead. \nTopic: How to Dehydrate Fruit at Home \nBio: Louise King is a Redland resident and tropical fruit grower for more than 20 years. Louise has had a career dedicated to the enjoyment of the natural world. Prior to coming to the Fruit & Spice Park\, Louise worked with the National Park Service\, serving in Alaska\, Idaho\, Minnesota\, and most recently at Everglades National Park and Biscayne National Park. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Botany from the University of Maryland.
URL:https://rarefruitcouncil.org/event/club-meeting-louise-king-how-to-dehydrate-fruit-at-home/
LOCATION:Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden – “Corbin A” Room\, 10901 Old Cutler Rd.\, Coral Gables\, FL\, 33156\, United States
CATEGORIES:Club Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Elizabeth Harvey - Program Chair":MAILTO:programs@rarefruitcouncil.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261017T090000
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SUMMARY:Palm Beach Chapter Rare Fruit Council International / Tropical Fruit Tree & Edible Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Saturday October 17\, 2026\n9am – 4pm\nSouth Florida Fairgrounds – Enter at gate 8. \nFREE PARKING. – Bring your wagon \nThe Palm Beach RFC has been holding Tropical Fruit Tree and Plant Sales yearly for more than 30 consecutive years (at the Fairgrounds since 2003) \n100’s of varieties\, 1\,000’s to choose from \nAvocado\, Bananas\, Barbados Cherry\, Black Sapote\, Canistel\, Carambola\, Citrus\, Dragon Fruit\, Figs\, Guava\, Grumichama\, Jackfruit\, Jaboticaba\, Longan\, Lychee\, Macadamia\, Mamey Sapote\, Mango\, Mulberry\, Papaya\, Peach\, Persimmon\, Sugar Apple\, Star Apple\, Tamarind\, Herbs & Spices\, Specially formulated Fruitilizer and much much more! \nWatch our previous Plant Sale.\nhttps://drive.google.com/file/d/1zwXy6OY4i5QvVjAulCAx4VYnCKgyoXb8/view \nfor more information go to our website\nhttps://pbrfc.wildapricot.org
URL:https://rarefruitcouncil.org/event/palm-beach-chapter-rare-fruit-council-international-tropical-fruit-tree-edible-plant-sale/
LOCATION:South Florida Fairgrounds\, 9067 Southern Blvd\, West Palm Beach\, FL\, 33411\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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