Highlights from the Coral Gables Chamber event where mortgage expert Phil Stevenson delivered an engaging keynote that sparked extended discussion. True authority shows itself when the audience keeps asking questions. - Wilson Alvarez TL;DR – At the Coral Gables...
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The Village of Pinecrest may have been established in 1996 but the community has a colorful history. In 1936, Franz and Louise Scherr opened Parrot Jungle, Franz’s dream of an attraction where parrots could fly free in an environment of undisturbed native vegetation. Over the years, Parrot Jungle evolved into an attraction showcasing birds, animals, native trees and flowers in a beautiful garden setting. Visitors came from all over the world to experience Franz Scherr’s vision. In 2002, the Village of Pinecrest purchased Parrot Jungle with the intention of turning it into Pinecrest Gardens, an incomparable park and pride of the community. In the 1950’s, development in the area ensued with the construction of homes on wooded, acre parcels. With the community growing and thriving in the 1990’s, Evelyn Greer and Gary Matzner encouraged the community to incorporate and Greer became its first mayor.
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Families adore Pinecrest Gardens with its verdantly lush scenery and wonderful activities for parents and children including a horticulture series, summer camps, outdoor concerts, and tours. The Green Market, a farmer’s market located at Pinecrest Gardens, is a seasonal open-air market where you can buy locally harvested fruits and vegetables and locally-made, artisanal foods. Bring your kids to Evelyn Greer Park, a recreational park and sporting facility complete with athletic fields, batting cages, and playgrounds. Nearby Fairchild Tropical Botanic Gardens, is redolent with the aroma of exquisite, native plants and flowers, and inhabited by large green iguanas and peacocks flaunting their colorful plumage.
While Pinecrest is considered a lush and tranquil residential neighborhood with excellent public and private schools, it is home to a rapidly growing business community, gourmet restaurants, and fashionable boutiques. Browse or shop nearby at some of Miami’s best malls such as Kendall’s Dadeland, Coral Gables’ Merrick Park and South Miami’s Sunset Place and just a bit farther south at The Falls accessible by US1.
Pinecrest is served by Metrobus and by Miami Metrorail and by the Pinecrest People Mover, a fee-free transit service.
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- Miami Legal Icon Frank Rubino Dies at 80
by Community Newspapers on March 5, 2026 at 7:52 pmFrank A. Rubino, the nationally recognized criminal defense attorney who helped shape some of the most consequential international legal battles of the late 20th century and who once stood atop The post Miami Legal Icon Frank Rubino Dies at 80 first appeared on Miami's Community News.
- Michael Miller and Rabbi Yossi Harlig from the Chabad of Kendall/Pinecrest, The Friendship Circle, & The Mitzvah Kitchen
by Community News Releases on March 4, 2026 at 11:14 pmMichael talks with Rabbi Harlig about the upcoming 30 yar anniversary of Chabad of Pinecrest and Kendall, the Mitzvah Kitchen and fun events offered through the Chabad of Kendall/Pinecrest. For The post Michael Miller and Rabbi Yossi Harlig from the Chabad of Kendall/Pinecrest, The Friendship Circle, & The Mitzvah Kitchen first appeared on Miami's Community News.
- Celebrate Manatee Appreciation Day at Deering Estate on March 25
by Community News Releases on March 4, 2026 at 7:10 pmJoin us on Wednesday, March 25 for a day of discovery along Biscayne Bay where the boat basin offers one of Miami’s best places to observe manatees in their natural The post Celebrate Manatee Appreciation Day at Deering Estate on March 25 first appeared on Miami's Community News.
- Positive people in Pinecrest : Maya Feller
by Linda Rodriguez Bernfeld on March 2, 2026 at 10:01 amMiami Palmetto High School junior Maya Feller is working on finalizing her Girl Scout Gold Award project. “I’m starting the Panther Closet into a place that students who can’t afford The post Positive people in Pinecrest : Maya Feller first appeared on Miami's Community News.
