Miami Beach Celebration: Fireworks at 9 p.m. at Eighth Street and Ocean Drive, Miami Beach. Includes free bus transportation from Collins Avenue lots at 72nd and 81st streets to Washington Avenue and 11th Street. Bring a beach chair or blanket. Coolers and bottles not permitted; 9 p.m.; free. 305-673-7400 or www.miamibeachfl

.gov.

Miami Rescue Mission's Christmas in July for the Needy: Includes barbecue lunch, live entertainment by Angus Dei and Regen Singers, free haircuts, clothing giveaways and Hope Totes filled with hygiene items. All needy children receive new shoes. Features Teresa Wakefield, Ms. Florida US Continental 2009, as special guest; 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Friday; Miami Rescue Mission's Men's Center, 2020 NW First Ave., Miami; free. 305-571-2211 or www.miamirescuemission.com.

Miami Science Museum: Meet and get a photo clicked with the museum's biggest star, Booker T the bald eagle; 1-3 p.m.; Miami Science Museum, 3280 S. Miami Ave., Coconut Grove; free with admission, $13-$18. 305-646-4200 or www.miamisci.org.

Miami Shores Celebration: Fireworks begin at 9 p.m. at Miami Shores Country Club Driving Range (10000 Biscayne Blvd.). Also get a free watermelon, a special concession menu with barbecued hamburgers and a fireworks view from the pool deck at Aquatic Center (10200 Biscayne Blvd., Miami Shores); 9 p.m.; free with regular Aquatic Center admission, $6, $4 residents. 305-795-2241 or www.miamishoresvillage.com.

North Bay Village Celebration: Carnival-style affair with live music, food, big-screen movie, bounce house, fun slide, clowns, balloon art and games. City bus will provide transportation to and from the event. Bring a beach chair and blanket; West Drive Community Park, Harbor Island, North Bay Village; 6-11 p.m.; free. 305-756-7171, ext. 80.

North Miami Beach Swim: Includes open swimming, water games and activities, water slides, contests, raffles and prizes. Food and refreshments on sale. For all ages; noon-5 p.m. Saturday; Victory Pool, 1980 NE 171st St., North Miami Beach; $2, $1.50 for children. 305-948-2926 or www.citynmb.com.

Palmer Park's Fete: Features live entertainment, informational exhibits, face painting, games for children and activities for the entire family. Fireworks start at 9 p.m. Hosted by the city of South Miami; 5-9:30 p.m.; Palmer Park, 6120 SW 67th Ave., South Miami; free. 305-668-2510, 305-668-7232.

Peacock Park Show: All-day celebration (see Barnacle and Coconut Grove celebrations) kicks off at 4 p.m., fireworks at 9 p.m.; 2820 McFarlane Rd., Coconut Grove; free. 305-960-4670 or www.miamigov.com.

Pinecrest's Spectacular: Festivities kick off at 6 p.m. with free face painting and balloon giveaways. At 7:15 p.m. stilt walkers perform, fireworks at 9. Presented by Black Point Park & Marina and Perrine Baseball & Softball Association; 6 p.m.; Black Point Marina, 24775 SW 87th Ave., Cutler Ridge; call for price. 305-258-4092 or ci.pinecrest.fl.us.

Whispering Pines Celebration: Starts with a parade at 9 a.m. from Whispering Pines Elementary School (18929 SW 89th Rd.). Also includes music by Mike Schuler, bounce house, water slide and humble hearts puppet show for children, food, cold drinks, watermelon, prizes and U.S. Air Force flyover if weather permits. Presented by Whispering Pines Civic Association and Whispering Pines Woman's Club; 8:15 a.m.-noon; Whispering Pines Park, Southwest 88th Court and Ridgeland Drive, Southwest Miami-Dade; free. 305-235-6709 or 305-235-0561 or www.cutlerbay-fl.gov.

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