Events

Check out our upcoming events above with Miami Parks and Recreation!

This joint partnership between the City of Miami Parks and Recreation and Miami Waterkeeper is ongoing through 2019, so join us while we restore our parks! 

Volunteer Day Main Tasks:

• Debris removal

• Exotic invasive plant removal

• Park clean up

Important Volunteer Information:

Please be on time, registration begins 15 minutes before workday starts.

• Please Bring:

  • Refillable water bottle. Stay hydrated and be prepared to work outside!

  • Closed-toe shoes are required and long-sleeved shirts are and long pants are recommended.

  • A hat, sun block and insect repellent (recommended)

  • Gloves you feel comfortable wearing

• Children under 17 years of age must be accompanied by an adult

RSVP at the City of Miami Parks and Recreation Eventbrite Page!

Celebrate Biscayne Bay with us!  Saturday, October 20th from 10 - 4. Bay Day to benefit Miami Waterkeeper, presented nationally by Toyota, is a Waterkeeper Alliance SPLASH series event  

Miami Waterkeeper is hosting our fourth annual "Bay Day" at Shake-a-Leg's waterfront marina in Coconut Grove as its signature event for 2018. Fun for the whole family, we look forward to rallying Miami's community around clean waterways and beautiful beaches! Come early for free, chilled and shucked coconuts from the Polished Coconut to the first 50 guests! 

Event Info:

When: Saturday, October 20th 10 am - 4pm

Where Shake A Leg 2620 S Bayshore Dr, Miami, FL 33133

How Much: Online Adult $30 Kids $15 (at the door Adults $35 Kids $18)

*** Space is limited !! Buy your tickets ahead of time to reserve your spot ***

Your tickets include:

Sailing 

Presented by Biscayne Bank! Enjoy a 50 minute. sailing trip leaving from Shake-a-Leg dock; reserve your spot at registration for one of 4, 45-minute trips

Kayaking 

Take a boat ride to a nearby island and set off on a kayak trip from the beach; Reserve your spot at registration for one of 4, 45-minute trips

Boat Rides 

50 min. boat tour of Biscayne Bay with Island Queen cruises, leaving from Shake-a-Leg dock, 4 trips planned to start every hour

Beach Yoga

Presented by Buddha Shack take a short boat ride to nearby eco-island for beach-side yoga

*Please note that all activities have limited availability. Sign up for activities is at registration day-of and is first-come, first serve, starting at 10 am. First trips/sessions will start at approximately 11 am and will commence every hour with a lunch break 1-2pm.*

Lunch 

Starting at 11 am by SALT Waterfront Restaurant

2 Veza Sur Brewery beers (21+ only)

The First 50 guests get free, chilled & shucked coconuts from Polished Coconut 

Music by DJ Swanky

Native plant and book sales

Arts, crafts, and games 

Save by purchasing your tickets in advance below. *** Space is limited and this event will sell out!***

(At the door prices: Adult $35 | Children under 10 $18)

Sponsors

National Sponsor: Toyota

Crest Sponsor: Biscayne Bank

In-Kind Sponsors:

We look forward to seeing you!

The First Annual Grove Gala hosted by the Coconut Grove Village Council will be held at the Cruz Building, on Friday, October 26, 2018 – 9:00 PM. 

Costumes Required! Prizes for best costumes will be given. No silent auction or raffles – just come have a good time!

Enjoy complementary cocktails, light bites, and live music at one of Miami’s most magical venues.

ALL PROCEEDS go to support charitable organizations that make Coconut Grove a better village including Miami Waterkeeper!! See the 2018 recipients below.

Spread the word to ALL YOUR FRIENDS and lets have a great PARTY!

Advance Ticket Purchase Required: 

BUY TICKETS NOW- CLICK HERE! 

This event gives the public a chance to hear their local candidates ideas for tackling sea level rise resiliency and environmental issues. This is a timely event, right before the midterm elections, and gives a chance for the public to interact and ask the important questions before November 6. Miami Waterkeeper will also have a presence at this event by showing what we do to help combat these issues!

This is a FREE event and open to the public! Click HERE to reserve your spot.

Stop by the University of Miami's Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science on Virginia Key to learn more about marine science careers outside of the academic realm. This will be a panel format with various professionals in this field, and there will be a chance for question and answers afterwards.

Our Waterkeeper and Executive Director, Rachel Silverstein will speak on behalf of Miami Waterkeeper at this event at the University of Miami. The science and storytelling symposium and explorer meet and greet will last all day on November 9, from 10am-7pm.

See the full schedule of events HERE

And register for this event HERE

This private event will be held for the Coconut Grove Rotary Club members only, and will be an introduction into Miami Waterkeeper's mission and current work throughout South Florida. 

Check out our upcoming events above with Miami Parks and Recreation!

This joint partnership between the City of Miami Parks and Recreation and Miami Waterkeeper is ongoing through 2019, so join us while we restore our parks! 

Volunteer Day Main Tasks:

• Debris removal

• Exotic invasive plant removal

• Park clean up

Important Volunteer Information:

Please be on time, registration begins 15 minutes before workday starts.

• Please Bring:

  • Refillable water bottle. Stay hydrated and be prepared to work outside!

  • Closed-toe shoes are required and long-sleeved shirts are and long pants are recommended.

  • A hat, sun block and insect repellent (recommended)

  • Gloves you feel comfortable wearing

• Children under 17 years of age must be accompanied by an adult

Check out our upcoming events above with Miami Parks and Recreation!

This joint partnership between the City of Miami Parks and Recreation and Miami Waterkeeper is ongoing through 2019, so join us while we restore our parks! 

Volunteer Day Main Tasks:

• Debris removal

• Exotic invasive plant removal

• Park clean up

Important Volunteer Information:

Please be on time, registration begins 15 minutes before workday starts.

• Please Bring:

  • Refillable water bottle. Stay hydrated and be prepared to work outside!

  • Closed-toe shoes are required and long-sleeved shirts are and long pants are recommended.

  • A hat, sun block and insect repellent (recommended)

  • Gloves you feel comfortable wearing

• Children under 17 years of age must be accompanied by an adult

Check out our upcoming events above with Miami Parks and Recreation!

This joint partnership between the City of Miami Parks and Recreation and Miami Waterkeeper is ongoing through 2019, so join us while we restore our parks! 

Volunteer Day Main Tasks:

• Debris removal

• Exotic invasive plant removal

• Park clean up

Important Volunteer Information:

Please be on time, registration begins 15 minutes before workday starts.

• Please Bring:

  • Refillable water bottle. Stay hydrated and be prepared to work outside!

  • Closed-toe shoes are required and long-sleeved shirts are and long pants are recommended.

  • A hat, sun block and insect repellent (recommended)

  • Gloves you feel comfortable wearing

• Children under 17 years of age must be accompanied by an adult