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Issue 5Friday, June 19, 2026

Doral observes Juneteenth at Government Center today

Juneteenth at Government Center today, then coding for kids, a Father's Day lunch, and a new photo exhibit.

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Doral observes Juneteenth at Government Center today

Doral marks Juneteenth National Independence Day today at the Government Center, joining communities across the country in commemorating the end of slavery in the United States. The day recognizes June 19, 1865, when enslaved people in Texas finally learned they were free, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation. The city's gathering offers a moment to reflect on that history close to home, and to honor the resilience behind it. Expect a community-minded tone built around remembrance, recognition, and the people who keep the story alive for the next generation here in Doral.

Around town

Free coding and robotics for kids Saturday at Doral Central Park

Young builders get a free hands-on session Saturday, June 20, when the free coding and robotics classes come to Doral Central Park. Led by Stemtree, the program walks kids through the basics of coding and robotics in a setting designed to make the technical feel approachable. It's the kind of low-pressure introduction that can turn a curious afternoon into a lasting interest. Families looking to fill a summer Saturday with something both fun and genuinely useful will find an easy fit here, with no cost to take part.

Around town

Parks and Police 4 Kids Foundation meets Tuesday morning

The Parks and Police 4 Kids Foundation meets Tuesday, June 23, at 9:00 AM at the Government Center. The foundation channels energy into programs that connect Doral's young people with the officers and parks staff who serve them, building trust through recreation and mentorship. Morning meetings like this one are where the season's projects and partnerships take shape. Residents who care about youth programming and community policing will recognize this as one of the quieter rooms where that work actually gets planned.

Around town

Chamber's Father's Day Signature Lunch lands Wednesday

The Doral Chamber hosts its Signature Lunch, Father's Day Edition, on Wednesday, June 24, at 11:30 AM at 107 Steak & Bar. The midday gathering blends business networking with a seasonal nod to the dads in Doral's professional community. Expect the usual mix of familiar faces, fresh introductions, and the easy momentum that comes from breaking bread over steak. For local owners and operators, it's a relaxed way to stay connected to the people who keep the city's business scene moving.

Around town

Capture Doral photo exhibit opens Thursday at the Cultural Arts Center

Doral's creative side gets a showcase Thursday, June 25, with the opening reception for the Capture Doral Photography Exhibit at the Doral Cultural Arts Center. Tied to Parks and Recreation Month, the exhibit turns local lenses on the parks, faces, and quiet corners that define the city. The reception is the moment to view the collected work fresh, with each photographer's eye for Doral on full display. It's a warm, walkable evening for anyone who likes viewing their hometown through someone else's frame.

Around town

Silver Club heads to Aventura Mall on Thursday

The Silver Club heads out Thursday, June 25, for a shopping trip to Aventura Mall, departing from Morgan Levy Park. The outing gives Doral's older residents a ready-made day out, with the company and convenience that make group trips worthwhile. Aventura Mall offers plenty of room to browse, lunch, and linger without rushing. For regulars and newcomers alike, it's a friendly standing invitation to swap the everyday routine for an afternoon among good company and a welcome change of scenery.

On the Calendar

Firecracker Slime Jars art class set for Friday, June 26

Looking ahead to Friday, June 26, the Doral Cultural Arts Center hosts Firecracker Slime Jars, a Spring Time interactive art class. The hands-on session leans into color, texture, and a little festive sparkle, giving younger artists a project to take home. Interactive classes like this one fill the center's summer calendar with low-key creative time. Keep it in mind if you're lining up something for the end of the week that keeps small hands busy and ends with a jar worth showing off.

On the Calendar

Doral After Hours networking comes to San Ignacio University June 30

Further out, Doral After Hours brings professional business networking to San Ignacio University on Tuesday, June 30, at 5:30 PM. The evening format trades the lunch crowd for after-work conversation, drawing professionals winding down the day into easy introductions. Hosting it on a university campus gives the gathering a fresh backdrop and a nod to the talent pipeline running through Doral. Mark it now if month-end networking is your style and you want one more connection before July arrives.

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