Aventura, Florida facts for kids
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Aventura, Florida
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| City of Aventura | |||
Aventura, Florida, October 2006
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| Motto(s):
"The City of Excellence."
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Location in Miami-Dade County, Florida
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U.S. Census Bureau map showing city limits
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| Country |  United States of America |
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| State |  Florida |
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| County | Miami-Dade | ||
| Incorporated | November 7, 1995 | ||
| Government | |||
| • Type | Council-Manager | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 3.52 sq mi (9.11 km2) | ||
| • Land | 2.65 sq mi (6.86 km2) | ||
| • Water | 0.87 sq mi (2.25 km2) | ||
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) | ||
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 40,242 | ||
| • Density | 15,197.13/sq mi (5,867.26/km2) | ||
| Time zone | UTC-5 (EST) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) | ||
| ZIP Codes |
33180, 33160
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| Area code(s) | 305, 786, 645 | ||
| FIPS code | 12-02681 | ||
| GNIS feature ID | 1777315 | ||
Aventura is a planned city in northeastern Miami-Dade County, Florida, United States. It is about 15 miles (24 km) north of Miami. The city is famous for Aventura Mall. This mall is the largest in Florida and the third largest in the United States.
The name "Aventura" comes from the Spanish word for "adventure." Developers Eddie Lewis and Don Soffer named it this way. They said, "What an adventure this is going to be," when they started building condominiums there.
In 2020, the city had a population of 40,242 people. This was an increase from 35,762 people in 2010.
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History of Aventura
Aventura started being developed in the early 1970s. It was first called "Turnberry." The area officially became a city in 1995. The Aventura Police Department was created in 1997.
The city is home to the fancy Turnberry Isle resort. In 2001, former US President Bill Clinton gave a speech there. This was one of his first speeches after leaving the White House.
The Aventura Mall was built in 1983. It is a big shopping center that brings a lot of money to the city.
Geography and Climate of Aventura
Where is Aventura Located?
Aventura is in northeastern Miami–Dade County. It is next to Golden Beach and Sunny Isles Beach to the east. To the south, it borders North Miami Beach. To the west, it is next to Ojus. Hallandale Beach in Broward County is to the north.
U.S. Route 1 (Biscayne Boulevard) runs along the city's western side. This road goes south to Downtown Miami and north to Fort Lauderdale.
The city covers about 3.5 square miles (9.1 km2). About 2.6 square miles (6.7 km2) is land, and 0.9 square miles (2.3 km2) is water. The Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway and Dumfoundling Bay are on the eastern side. Maule Lake is on the southern border.
Aventura's Weather and Seasons
Aventura has a tropical monsoon climate. This means it has hot and humid summers. Its winters are short and warm. Most of the rain falls in the summer, which is the wet season. Winters are mainly dry.
The wet season lasts from May to September. After that, the dry season begins. During the dry season, temperatures are mild. Sometimes, colder air comes in, bringing a little rain. The hurricane season is mostly during the wet season.
Aventura's location near the ocean keeps its climate warm and humid. The Gulf Stream also helps keep temperatures mild all year. In summer, temperatures are usually above 75°F (24°C). High temperatures around 80-90°F (27-32°C) with high humidity are common. Afternoon thunderstorms or a sea breeze from the Atlantic Ocean often cool things down.
In winter, the air is less humid. This allows for cooler weather. Average low temperatures are around 59°F (15°C). They rarely drop below 40°F (4°C). High temperatures are usually around 75°F (24°C).
Hurricane season runs from June 1 to November 30. Hurricane Wilma hit Aventura hard on October 24, 2005. It caused a lot of damage. The city's library was destroyed but has since been rebuilt.
People of Aventura
Population Changes
Aventura's population has grown over the years:
- 1980: 9,698 people
- 1990: 14,914 people
- 2000: 25,267 people
- 2010: 35,762 people
- 2020: 40,242 people
In 2020, there were 40,242 people living in Aventura. There were 17,770 households and 9,341 families.
Languages Spoken in Aventura
In 2000, most people in Aventura spoke English as their first language (about 60%). About 23% of residents spoke Spanish.
Because many Jewish people live in Aventura, Hebrew and Yiddish were also spoken. Other languages included Portuguese, French, Russian, and German.
Getting Around Aventura
Aventura has several ways to get around. The city partners with Freebee, which offers free, on-demand electric rides. You can use this service to travel within the city. It runs every day except major holidays.
The Aventura Express shuttle bus is a free public bus service run by the city. It has three routes: North, Central, and South. Miami-Dade Transit's Metrobus and Broward County Transit also have bus routes through Aventura. These buses connect to Metrorail and Metromover in Downtown Miami.
Over the years, a lot of money has been spent on roads and bridges in Aventura. This was done to help with traffic from new high-rise buildings. However, traffic can still be heavy on roads like Biscayne Boulevard (US 1). This is partly because most travel is by car.
The main north-south road is Biscayne Boulevard (US 1). The main east-west road is the William H. Lehman Causeway. While no major highways run through the city, I-95 is only about 1 mile (1.6 km) to the west.
Brightline is a train service that connects Miami to Orlando. The Aventura station is located near the Aventura Mall. It provides train service for residents.
There are also plans to extend other train services. Tri-Rail commuter rail might run on the FEC line. The Miami Metrorail could also be extended through Aventura.
Fun Places in Aventura
The most famous place to visit is Aventura Mall. It is a huge indoor shopping center. There are also outdoor shopping areas like "Aventura Town Center" and "The Promenade Shops."
Aventura has its own parks and recreation department. They manage several parks, including Founders Park and Waterways Park. There is also a Community Recreation Center and the Aventura Arts and Cultural Center (AACC).
In the middle of Aventura is the Turnberry Golf Course. A three-mile (4.8 km) paved path goes around the golf course. It's a great place for walking or jogging. From the path, you can see beautiful gardens, lakes, tall buildings, yachts, and the Atlantic Ocean.
Schools in Aventura
Aventura is part of the Miami-Dade County Public Schools (MDCPS) system. The Aventura Waterways K–8 Center serves students from kindergarten to 8th grade. This school is just outside the city, but all Aventura children can attend. Dr. Michael Krop High School serves high school students from Aventura. It has a special arts program called "STAR."
There are also charter schools in Aventura. These schools are public but run by private companies. The Aventura City of Excellence School (ACES) is a K–8 charter school. It opened in 2003 and has been ranked among the top schools in Florida. The Don Soffer Aventura High School is another charter school that opened in 2019.
The Northeast Branch of the Miami-Dade Public Library System helps people in Aventura find information for their studies.
Some larger universities nearby include:
- Florida International University: Biscayne Bay Campus (in North Miami)
Aventura in the News
Aventura News is the city's local newspaper. It is published every week. Aventura also has a magazine called Aventura Magazine. The city gets its local radio and TV from the Miami–Ft. Lauderdale area. Major newspapers like The Miami Herald also cover Aventura.
In 2022, Aventura became the first city in Florida to let people text its government. The city checks these messages and answers questions.
Famous People from Aventura
Many well-known people have lived in Aventura, including:
- Lucille Ball, famous actress from I Love Lucy
- James Caan, actor
- Jimmy Connors, tennis player
- Whitney Houston, singer and actress
- Jimmy Johnson, NFL football coach
- Alan King, actor and comedian
- Sophia Loren, Italian actress
- John McEnroe, tennis player
- Dennis Rodman, basketball player
- Frankie Valli, pop singer
See also
In Spanish: Aventura (Florida) para niños
