Sunny Isles Beach will add new names to its Veterans Wall at a free Veterans Day ceremony on Wednesday, November 11, at Heritage Park, 19200 Collins Ave. The ceremony begins at 9 a.m. and the event runs until 11 a.m., with light refreshments after the program.

The celebration, hosted by the city's Cultural and Community Services Department, honors veterans and includes the unveiling of the names newly added to the wall. Admission is free. Registration is not required, though the city asks attendees to register in advance through its online recreation portal so it can plan. Free parking is available in the Heritage Park Garage at the same address.

The ceremony leads into a busy stretch on the city's calendar. Here is what else Sunny Isles Beach has scheduled for residents in the days that follow.

Sunset Series: Charcuterie Board Workshop, Friday, November 13

The city's Sunset Series continues with a hands-on charcuterie workshop at the Gateway Center, 151 Sunny Isles Blvd., from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. The session covers how to build a charcuterie board, with tips on pairing ingredients, arranging the board and combining flavors.

  • Cost: $25 for Sunny Isles Beach residents, $50 for non-residents
  • Ages: 21 and older
  • Registration: required, through the city's online registration portal

Community Beach Cleanup, Saturday, November 14

The monthly beach cleanup meets from 8 to 11 a.m. at the Ellen Wynne Beach Access, 19333 Collins Ave. The city moves the cleanup to a different section of the beach each month. Buckets are provided; volunteers are asked to bring their own reusable gloves. The event is free, no registration is needed, and it is open to youth, teens, adults and seniors.

Free parking is available at the Heritage Park Garage, 19200 Collins Ave. The SIBshuttle offers free rides within the city for anyone who would rather leave the car at home.

Teen Talk, Tuesday, November 10

For younger residents, The Spot at 215 185th St. hosts Teen Talk, a monthly roundtable for teens held the second Tuesday of each month, from 5 to 6 p.m. The city's teen program also has a field trip on Saturday, November 14, to see the Miami Heat play the Oklahoma City Thunder, departing from The Spot; details and sign-up are on the city's event calendar.

Plan your visit

  • Veterans Day Celebration: Wednesday, November 11, 9 to 11 a.m., Heritage Park, 19200 Collins Ave. Free.
  • Charcuterie Board Workshop: Friday, November 13, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., Gateway Center, 151 Sunny Isles Blvd. $25 residents, $50 non-residents, ages 21 and up.
  • Beach Cleanup: Saturday, November 14, 8 to 11 a.m., Ellen Wynne Beach Access, 19333 Collins Ave. Free.
  • Teen Talk: Tuesday, November 10, 5 to 6 p.m., The Spot, 215 185th St.
  • Questions: Cultural and Community Services Department, 305-792-1706, [email protected]

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