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Week of October 17, 2026

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Welcome to Pinecrest

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.

State of Pinecrest May 2025

State of Pinecrest May 2025

by | Jun 3, 2025 |

May was a test of Pinecrest’s civic systems—and where they held -Wilson Alvarez Mayor’s Office: Highlights from the Pinecrest May 2025 Update The Good Mayor Alexandria Cruz launched the first Downtown Dining Week, spotlighting local restaurants and increasing foot...

State of Pinecrest April 2025

State of Pinecrest April 2025

by | May 3, 2025 |

In April, Pinecrest sowed seeds—now it must tend to growth -Wilson Alvarez Mayor’s Office: Spring Initiatives and Tech Outreach Mayor Alexandria Cruz led with civic pride: The Good: Launched the “Spring Clean Pinecrest” campaign with over 300 volunteers clearing...

State of Pinecrest March 2025

State of Pinecrest March 2025

by | Apr 2, 2025 |

March revealed Pinecrest’s ambition—but also its execution gaps. -Wilson Alvarwez Mayor Alexandria CruzThe Good: Launched the “Green Streets” initiative: 200 trees planted along major corridors. Hosted a well-attended budget town hall with over 150 citizens. The Bad:...

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  • 24-Hour Bike Ride for charity with Edison Cruz
    by Community News Releases on October 14, 2026 at 8:27 pm

    Donate here: https://gofund.me/25e9a12ec   The post 24-Hour Bike Ride for charity with Edison Cruz appeared first on Miami’s Community News.

  • Art in Miami
    by Carl Rachelson on October 13, 2026 at 6:41 pm

    III Points starts next week, and once again Miami can expect one of its signature events to take flight. Being from a different generation — one allegedly more diligent and less obsessed with carrying a designer metal water bottle everywhere — I’ve spent the past week listening to artists I’ve never heard of. It’s been The post Art in Miami appeared first on Miami’s Community News.

  • Two Nights, 294 Artists, and III Points in Miami
    by Carl Rachelson on October 12, 2026 at 2:04 pm

    III Points starts next week, and once again Miami can expect one of its signature events to take flight. Being from a different generation — one allegedly more diligent and less obsessed with carrying a designer metal water bottle everywhere — I’ve spent the past week listening to artists I’ve never heard of. It’s been The post Two Nights, 294 Artists, and III Points in Miami appeared first on Miami’s Community News.

  • Set an End Date: Miami’s DDA Should Earn a Vote to Continue
    by Grant Miller, Publisher on October 11, 2026 at 6:30 pm

    If the Downtown Development Authority is doing its job, it should have nothing to fear from a deadline, a public review and a vote. It is time for Miami and Tallahassee to make that happen. Why should the Miami Downtown Development Authority exist indefinitely, with no end date and no required public vote on its The post Set an End Date: Miami’s DDA Should Earn a Vote to Continue appeared first on Miami’s Community News.

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