Week of October 5, 2000   
Miami ports stay positive as exports of others in Florida slide
Incorporation noose tighter; commission OKs hearing rule
Internet hub seen sparking development in Miami's Park West
Downtown Development agency files charter application
Parking authority, Postal Service team up on garage
Snoweiss becomes Latin America hub for Baltimore-based RTKL Associates
Miami attracts No. 5 ranking in world of telecom hubs

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Thursday 10/5

JUNIOR WHEELCHAIR TENNIS
   Wheelchair tennis for physically disabled elementary and middle school children. Free. 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Crandon Park Tennis Center, 7300 Crandon Blvd., Key Biscayne. Details: Lisa MoCahill, (305) 234-4948.
ZOODLER ACADEMY
   Toddlers are introduced to the world of bugs. For ages 3-4. $10: $8 for members. 3:30-4:30 p.m. Miami Metrozoo, 12400 SW 152 St. Details: (305) 251-0400.

SATURDAY, 10/7

THE VEGETABLE GARDEN, SIMPLE & EASY
   Chris Rollins leads a workshop on vegetable gardening in South Florida. $15. 10 a.m.-12 p.m. $15. Fruit & Spice Park, 24801 SW 187 Ave., Homestead. Details: (305) 247-5727.
WHEELCHAIR TENNIS
   Wheelchair tennis lessons for all ages and skill levels. Free. 9-11 a.m. every Saturday. Big Five Tennis Club, 9299 SW Seventh Terrace. Details: (305) 234-4948.
MEET THE ZOO BABIES
   Embark on a "safari-style" tram tour to discover zoo babies and learn about their family lives. $15; $10 for members; additional child $4. 9:30 a.m.-11:30 am. Miami Metrozoo, 12400 SW 152nd St. Details: (305) 251-0400.
INDIAN KEY CANOE & SNORKEL TRIP
   Indian Key Canoe and Snorkel Trip. Must be 18. $35. 7 a.m.-7 p.m. A.D Barnes Park, 3701 SW 70 Ave. Details: (305) 662-4124.
HIBISCUS SHOW & SALE
9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Garden House at Fairchild Tropical Garden, 10901 Old Cutler Road. Details: (305) 667.1651.

Sunday 10/8

HIBISCUS SHOW & SALE
   9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Garden House at Fairchild Tropical Garden, 10901 Old Cutler Road. Details: (305) 667-1651.

Thursday 10/12

WATER WHEELS
   Learn-to-swim, stroke improvement and other aquatic activities for persons with physical disabilities. Targets ages 6-18. $20 a month. 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Tamiami Pool, 11201 SW 24 St. Details: (305) 223-7077.
SEA TURTLE WORKSHOP
   Turtle patrol leader Bill Ahearn leads discussion on sea turtle biology and the efforts to protect the endangered creatures. Free. 7-8 p.m. Deering Estate at Cutler, 16701 SW 72 Ave. Details (305) 235-1668.
ZOODLER ACADEMY
   Toddlers are introduced to miniature marvels. Targets ages 3-4. $10: $8 for members. 3:30-4:30 p.m. Miami Metrozoo, 12400 SW 152 St. Details: (305) 251-0400.

Saturday 10/14

FLORIDA'S AVOCADOS
   Carlos Balerdi conducts a workshop on the varieties, culture, insects and diseases of avocados. $15. 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Fruit & Spice Park, 24801 SW 187 Ave., Homestead. Details: (305) 247-5727.
TROPICAL VEGETABLE & EDIBLE ODDITIES
   Chris Rollins shares tips on growing vegetables. $15. 1-3 p.m. Fruit & Spice Park, 24801 SW 187th Ave., Homestead. Details: (305) 247-5727.
BONSAI SHOW & SALE
   First of two days. 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Fairchild Tropical Garden, 10901 Old Cutler Road. Details: (305) 667-1651.
BOYSTOWN PINELAND VOLUNTEER WORKDAY
   Volunteers will plant pine seedlings, remove exotics, and clear debris. Wear long pants, closed-toed shoes and a hat. Long sleeve shirt is recommended. 9 a.m.-noon. Meet at Southwest 112th Street and 138 Court. Details: (305) 257-0933.
CORAL GABLES WATERWAY CANOE TRIP
   See the Biltmore and other historic landmarks while canoeing along the Coral Gables waterway. Must be 18 years old. 9 a.m.-12 p.m. $20. A.D. Barnes Park, 3701 SW 70th Ave. Details: (305) 662-4124
5K WALK/RUN
   To honor retiring Miami-Dade County School board member G. Holmes Braddock. Entry deadline is Friday (10/6). 8 am. $15; $6 students. Tamiami Park, 1 201 SW 24th St. Details: Dr. Greenberg, (305) 995-1963.

Sunday 10/15

BONSAI SHOW & SALE
   Second and final day. 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Fairchild Tropical Garden, 10901 Old Cutler Road. Details: (305) 667-1651.

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