# Event Details - **Event Name**: FREE | Banana Stem Papermaking: A Family Garden Workshop - **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 21 Dec, 2025 at 11:00 am – Sun, 21 Dec, 2025 at 01:00 pm - **Event Description**: Explore nature through art & play! Kids ages 5–12 will transform banana stems and plants into handmade paper at Vizcaya’s Farmers Market.About this EventAbout the ProgramWhat we'll do:Discover the magic of turning plants into paper! In this hands-on workshop, kids will learn how banana stems and other fiber-producing plants from South Florida and the Caribbean can be trandsofrmed into beautiful eco-friendly papermaking. Participants will get creative as they make their own eco-friendly paper using banana stem pulp, while exploring the cultural and environmental significance of plant-based materials. ??Highlights:Learn about traditional fiber plants like bananaMake your own handmade paper from banana stemsExplore the history of fiber making in the Caribbean and South FloridaTake home your paper creations to use in art or storytellingProgram DetailsLocation: Vizcaya Village Farmers MarketDates: Select Sundays, November 2025 – June 2026Time: 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.Ages: 5–12 (must be accompanied by a caregiver)General Admission and Member Tickets: Free with RSVP (registration required; capacity is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis) https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/c6842270-d01e-11f0-83ae-936a8ea2defc-rimg-w1200-h600-dc326447-gmir.jpg About Gabriela Serra (she/her):A multidisciplinary artist, Gabriela Serra is a certified Restorative Justice circle-keeper and urban farmer. Born in Caracas, Venezuela, and currently based in Miami, Florida, and San Juan, Puerto Rico, her practice encompasses filmmaking, photography, and community facilitation. Through workshops and support circles, she focuses on exploring and regenerating relationships—between humans and non-humans, bodies and the land, and present selves with ancestral histories. She co-creates intergenerational spaces where oral tradition is practiced and honored.VIZCAYA FAMILY PROGRAMS |Family Garden Program is Vizcaya’s nature-inspired family garden program designed to spark imagination and connection through seasonal activities. Each session invites children and their caregivers to explore the garden through play-based learning, art-making, sensory discovery, and ecological storytelling, inviting participants to engage with South Florida’s native plants and ecosystems in playful and meaningful ways. By using natural materials and highlighting cultural and scientific plant knowledge, the series fosters environmental stewardship, emotional expression, and community connection—all rooted in the healing power of nature.Led by local teaching artists, children will engage in hands-on projects using natural materials, learn about Florida’s ecosystems, and take home a unique creation each timeThis series is designed to create opportunities for intergenerational interactions among families with young children (ages 6-12).As such, orders that do not include a child ticket may be canceled. Family Garden is a seasonal, nature-based program designed to connect children and families to plants, creativity, and wellness through hands-on experiences.To promote inclusion for all, Vizcaya ensures that all community programs, after-hour and weekend events for locals, feature activities that are physically accessible to all visitors. While not all areas of the estate are wheelchair accessible, community programs are purposefully located in areas without stairs or that can be accessed via a ramp. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/c6ba2690-d01e-11f0-80e4-a5f23ff97372-rimg-w1200-h600-dcfef3b9-gmir.jpg Explore the Village!Don’t forget, there’s much more to do at Vizcaya Village during your visit, including:: Great your shopping done as you take in the rustic charm of the Village. Explore more than 30 local vendors offering organic delights and hand-crafted treasures.: every Sunday at 9:30 a.m., you can enjoy a guided yoga, Tai-Chi, HITT or other workout and wellness class for just $5. Check out the schedule to see what’s coming up!: If you’re curious about Vizcaya Village and the role it plays within the greater Vizcaya estate, sign up for a guided tour for just $5.LOCATION | This activity takes place exclusively at Vizcaya Village, the estate’s historic farm village, and does not include access to the east side of the property where the Main House and gardens are located.https://youtu.be/ycUL6wWAbR0LOCATION | This activity takes place exclusively at Vizcaya Village, the estate’s historic farm village, and does not include access to the east side of the property where the Main House and gardens are located. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/miami/free-|-banana-stem-papermaking-a-family-garden-workshop/100001902190305409 - **Event Categories**: Art, Workshops, health-wellness, Kids - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Miami - **state**: FL - **country**: United States - **location**: Vizcaya Village Garage - **lat**: 25.7472799 - **long**: -80.21057510000003 - **full address**: Vizcaya Village Garage, 3250 S Miami Ave, Miami, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: FREE | Banana Stem Papermaking: A Family Garden Workshop - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/df3fec9876e1a83de78b96654362d6b6b783b69cdbb08e674a46ecae9a170705-rimg-w1200-h600-dcf48590-gmir.jpg?v=1764749109 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is FREE | Banana Stem Papermaking: A Family Garden Workshop being held? - **A:** FREE | Banana Stem Papermaking: A Family Garden Workshop takes place on Sun, 21 Dec, 2025 at 11:00 am to Sun, 21 Dec, 2025 at 01:00 pm at Vizcaya Village Garage, 3250 S Miami Ave, Miami, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing FREE | Banana Stem Papermaking: A Family Garden Workshop? - **A:** FREE | Banana Stem Papermaking: A Family Garden Workshop is organized by Vizcaya Museum and Gardens. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** FREE | Banana Stem Papermaking: A Family Garden Workshop is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Miami, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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