Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden welcomes an exciting adventure that will captivate visitors of all ages. Now until Sept. 2, the 83-acre tropical paradise will be transformed into the prehistoric adventure of Jurassic Garden. Families and adventurers alike will delight in an array of immersive activities designed to spark curiosity and ignite the imagination. Step into a world frozen in time, where dinosaurs roam and adventure awaits. Meticulously crafted replicas bring legendary creatures to life. From the mighty Allosaurus and the graceful Velociraptor, each with its own tale to share. Families and young adventurers will delight in various activities, including:Splash-To-Hatch The Dino Eggs: Dino Egg Discovery – Children will embark on a water-themed adventure through Jurassic Garden, discovering six dinosaur eggs hidden near their parent dinosaur. Assist their hatching by splashing water on them. Priced at $9.95, includes a water blaster and a commemorative pin... Read More

During the Miami-Dade County School Board Meeting of Apr. 17, chair Mari Tere Rojas proffered agenda item B-4, recognizing the celebration of the 100th anniversary of Coral Gables Preparatory Academy. Coral Gables Elementary School opened its doors in Oct. 1923 as part of George E. Merrick’s vision to turn the city he founded, Coral Gables, into a haven of beauty, education, and community unity. It was a dream come true for Merrick who believed that “beautiful things inspire higher ideals in the minds of children.” The school opened with 39 students but within two weeks enrollment was nearly quadrupled and continued to increase... Read More