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SPECIAL EVENTS
Thursday 8/23
PROPERTY TAXES
The Human Services Coalition presents a seminar on property tax reform. Miami-Dade County Commissioner Carlos Gimenez will discuss how the county budgeting process works and what cuts are expected to be made to social services programs and community-based organizations as a result of Mayor Carlos Alvarez' proposal. Other guest speakers are expected. 3-6 p.m. at Peace Education Foundation, 1900 Biscayne Blvd., Miami. RSVP required. Free. Details: (305) 576-5001, Ext. 43.
Friday 8/24
WOMEN'S CONFERENCE
The Women's Power Caucus South Florida will include a reception, professional-development presentations and awards luncheon. Various times at Hyatt Regency Pier 66 Resort, 2301 17th Street Causeway, Fort Lauderdale. $169. Details: (954) 966-1233 or www.womenspowercaucus.com.
Saturday 8/25
PAKISTAN FESTIVAL
Festival of Pakistan features booths of food, live music and folk dances. 6 p.m.-midnight at Bayfront Park Amphitheater, 301 N. Biscayne Blvd., Miami. Free. Details: (305) 798-3752 or (305) 358-7550.
Friday 8/31
HOME SHOW
Miami Home Design and Remodeling Show features new home products, seminars and showcases. Through Sept. 4. Various times at Miami Beach Convention Center, 1901 Convention Center Dr., Miami Beach.
$1-$10. Details: (305) 667-9299 or www.homeshowspecials.com.
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