Fruit, film & fitness at Picnic Park West

Community Friday, November 15, 2019

     Picnic Park West is the place to be in Miami Lakes this fall.

     The farmers market returns to the green space at 15151 NW 82nd Ave. on Saturday, Nov. 16. 

     Vendors selling fresh produce, natural juices, flowers, cultural foods and handmade accessories will be set up from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., every Saturday through April. 

    New sellers are welcome. Contact the Market Company, 305-775-2166 or claire@themarketcompany.org.

    Browsers at the farmer’s market may want to start their day with a free, hour-long yoga class.  

    Lighthouse Yoga & Wellness teachers will lead the hour-long sessions that are open to practioners of all ages and skill levels.

    Classes begin at 9 a.m. 

    And don’t forget to bring your mat!

    And finally, on Dec. 6, the town’s 12th Annual Movies at the Park series begins.

    Hosted by the town’s Youth Activities Task Force, this season’s showings will be chosen by viewers.

    Go to the town’s Facebook or Instagram pages to cast a vote for either Aladdin or Mr. Popper’s Penguins.

    Families may bring picnics to enjoy while watching the movies under the stars.

    Future movie nights are scheduled for Jan. 10 and Feb. 7. 

    Showtimes are at sundown, or approximately 7:30 p.m.

    And don’t forget -- glass containers, alcohol, pets and smoking are not permitted in the park.