Week of February 2, 2006   
Miami tax roll jumps 25%
Some developers say they were blindsided by impact-fee hikes
Work to begin Monday on widening of Brickell Avenue Bridge
Big yachts to bring big bucks to Miami, industry insiders say
Miami OKs residential project along river despite objections
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OUTDOORS

Thursday 2/2

CHIHULY AT FAIRCHILD
   Dale Chihuly's glass-art exhibition features hundreds of handblown pieces spread among the garden's 83 acres of lush landscape. Local musicians, food and beverages. Various dates. 6- 9 p.m. at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, 10901 Old Cutler Rd., Coral Gables. $15-$30. Free, children 5 and under. RSVP required. Details: (305) 667-1651 or www.fairchildgarden.org.
GHOST TOUR
   Miami-Dade Parks and Recreation features Arch Creek ghost tour. A night tour of Arch Creek Park to learn about ghostly encounters that have occurred since the late 1800s. Wednesdays. RSVP required. 7-8:30 p.m. at Arch Creek Park Museum, 1855 NE 135th St., North Miami. $5. Details: 305-944-6111.

Saturday 2/4

BAYSIDE FARMERS MARKET
   Bayside Marketplace features Bayside's Farmers Market. A wide variety of fresh fruits, vegetables, flowers, plants and booths featuring hand-made items and crafts. Live music and art in a waterfront setting. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at 401 Biscayne Blvd., Miami. Details: (305) 577-3344.

Friday 2/10

BEACH SKATING
   The sixth annual Great Es-Skate is a fundraising weekend of skating and partying in South Beach. All proceeds goes to Families of Spinal Muscular Atrophy. Through Feb. 12. Riande Continental South Beach, 1825 Collins Ave., Miami Beach. $80. Details: (786) 246-7299 or www.skatemiami.com.

Sunday 2/12

GABLES TOUR
   Tour some of Coral Gables' most noted landmarks, including the Venetian Pool, Merrick House, the Biltmore Hotel and the DeSoto Fountain. 5-7 p.m. at Merrick House, 907 Coral Way, Coral Gables. $15 members, $20 others. Details: (305) 375-1492.

CRIME COACH TOUR

Historical Museum of Southern Florida hosts "Mystery and Mayhem," a coach ride to Miami's criminal past. Visit the Miami City Cemetery, the historic beach house of Al Capone and the doorstep of late designer Gianni Versace. $34 members, $39 others. Details: (305) 375-1492.
ART EXPRESSIONS
   Miami-Dade Arts and Culture hosts "Art Expressions," featuring works of 15 artists. Through March 31. Matheson Hammock Park, 9610 Old Cutler Rd., Miami. Details: (305) 755-7940.

Tuesday 2/14

MOONLIGHT MUSICALE
   Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden hosts Moonlight Musicale, a Valentine's Day Jazz Celebration. 7 p.m. at 10901 Old Cutler Rd., Coral Gables. $15-125. Details: Maggie Rossi (305) 667-1651 or mrossi@fairchildgarden.org.
VALENTINE'S DAY JAZZ
   Deering Estate at Cutler hosts the seventh annual Moonlight and Music Concert featuring Nicole Henry. 8 p.m. at 16701 SW 72nd Ave., Cutler Bay. Details: (305) 375-2836.

Thursday 2/16

YACHT SHOW
   The 18th annual Yacht and Brokerage Show showcases custom yachts from around the world. Live entertainment and international food. Through Feb. 20. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. at State Road A1A and 47th Street in Miami Beach. Free. Details: (800) 940-7642 or www.showmanagement.com.


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