Category: Seminar/Lecture

Reading between the Brushstrokes: Imagery and Meaning in Italian Renaissance Painting 2/21/26

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Reading between the Brushstrokes: Imagery and Meaning in Italian Renaissance Painting
Saturday, 02/21/2026-, 03:00 pm-04:00 pm
NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale
One East Las Olas Boulevard,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301
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Cost: Free for members, $16 for non-members

While famous masterpieces such as the “Mona Lisa,” the “Birth of Venus,” and the “Sistine Chapel, Ceiling” draw massive crowds in Italy, most Italian Renaissance paintings in US museums are passed over for more readable, recognizable, and user-friendly 19th and/or 20th-century paintings. Museum-goers today often have a difficult time recognizing the characters, knowing the theology, identifying with the morality, or understanding the function of most Italian Renaissance paintings. Dr. Rocky Ruggiero will “read between the brushstrokes” to explain the meaning behind the imagery of painted masterpieces from the Italian Renaissance.

Admission is free for members, $16 per class for non-members. Space is limited. Preregistration Required.

Rocky Ruggiero has been a professor of Art and Architectural History since 1999. He received his BA from the College of the Holy Cross and a Master of Arts degree from Syracuse University, where he was awarded a prestigious Florence Fellowship in 1996. He furthered his art historical studies at the University of Exeter, UK, where he received a Ph.D. in Art History and Visual Culture.

In addition to lecturing for various American universities in Florence, Italy, including Syracuse, Kent State, Vanderbilt, and Boston College, Rocky has starred in various TV documentaries concerning the Italian Renaissance. He recently appeared as an expert witness for NBC News, as well as in the History Channel’s “Engineering an Empire: Da Vinci’s World” and “Museum Secrets: the Uffizi Gallery”, and the recent NatGeo/NOVA PBS program on Brunelleschi’s dome entitled “Great Cathedral Mystery.”

After living in Florence, Italy, for 20 years, Rocky and his family moved to East Greenwich, RI, and he now divides his time between the US and Italy.

Rocky also shares his knowledge and love of Italian art as an academic advisory board member of the non-profit group Friends of Florence and as a frequent collaborator and lecturer for the Friends of the Uffizi Gallery, both of which have provided funds for the restoration of numerous works of art throughout Florence. He also lectures and serves as a college liaison for the prestigious Jay Pritzker Academy in Siem Reap, Cambodia.

If you or someone you know needs help registering, please call 954-262-0204 or email museumeducation@nova.edu

Image: The Dream of St. Ursula, Vittore Carpaccio, 1495; tempera on canvas, 274 × 267 cm, Gallerie dell’Accademia, Venice

Locust Late @ The DiLL: Systems of Support Art + Tech Summit 2025/26 1/15/26

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Locust Late @ The DiLL: Systems of Support Art + Tech Summit 2025/26
Thursday, 01/15/2026-, 07:00 pm-10:00 pm
Locust Projects
297 NE 67 St,
Miami, Florida, 33138
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Cost: Free

Locust Late @ the DiLL kicks off its 2026 season on Thursday, January 15, with a free presentation by artists rootoftwo, followed by a panel discussion “Toward A Regional Infrastructure for Tech-Based Artmaking”, and finished with AMNIOTIC: A Sonic Embodied Devotion, a performance presented by doris dana and Susannah Simpson. Presentation at 7 p.m., discussion panel at 8 p.m., performance at 9 p.m. This event is free and open to the public, and presented as part of the Knight Digital Innovation Initiative at Locust Projects. Refreshments are provided for guests aged 21 and older, courtesy of our 2025–26 sponsors The Tank Brewing Co. and Topo Chico.

Scholl Lecture Series: Vik Muniz in Conversation with Franklin Sirmans 1/8/26

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Scholl Lecture Series: Vik Muniz in Conversation with Franklin Sirmans
Thursday, 01/08/2026-, 07:00 pm-08:00 pm
Pérez Art Museum Miami
1103 BISCAYNE BLVD,
MIAMI, Florida, 33132-1758
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Start the new year with an inspiring conversation between celebrated artist and photographer Vik Muniz and Franklin Sirmans, Sandra and Tony Tamer Director at Pérez Art Museum Miami (PAMM).

Muniz, whose work is part of PAMM’s permanent collection and currently featured in Language and Image: Conceptual and Performance-Based Photography from the Jorge M. Pérez Collection, will discuss how he explores the boundaries of photography through conceptual experimentation and materiality.

Innovation with Purpose: Reimagining Health for All in the Age of Technology 11/20/25

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Innovation with Purpose: Reimagining Health for All in the Age of Technology
Thursday, 11/20/2025-, 04:30 pm-06:30 pm
Jose Berrocal Auditorium, Bascom Palmer Eye Institute
900 Northwest 17th Street,
Miami, Florida, 33136
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Cost: free

Azizi A. Seixas, Ph.D. – Interim Chair of the Department of Informatics and Health Data Science, Founding Director of The Media and Innovation Lab at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine.

Join us in person or online as Azizi A. Seixas, Ph.D. shares a bold vision for building a “glocal” future through data, discovery, and human-centered progress.

Seixas is also the associate director of the Center for Translational Sleep and Circadian Sciences, and director of Population Health Informatics within the Institute for Data Science and Computing.

‘Is This the Plane to Havana?’ 11/13/25

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‘Is This the Plane to Havana?’
Thursday, 11/13/2025-, 01:00 pm-02:00 pm
Virtual Event (Zoom)
Zoom,
Miami, Florida, 33146
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Cost: free

Join our most recent Abrams Banning grant awardee, Silke Zoller, for an online showcase moderated by Special Collections Librarian Robin Potter.

Funded by the Pan Am Historical Foundation, the generous Abrams Banning grant facilitates researchers’ travel to access the Pan American World Airways, Inc. Records and related collections housed in Special Collections.

Zoller will present on her research findings and discuss the many ways the grant has contributed to her scholarly pursuits.

Following the presentation, there will be a Q&A with the online audience.

Bonsai Workshop at Chimba 12/21/25

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Bonsai Workshop at Chimba
Sunday, 12/21/2025-, 11:00 am-01:00 pm
Chimba
2830 NE 2nd Ave,
Miami, Florida, 33137
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Cost: $85.00

Beginner workshops are perfect for you to grab your friends, grab a drink and come make tiny trees! We’re bringing the awesome art of bonsai out of the hedged in gardens and into the streets! Or at least into your favorite bars/breweries/pubs. Bonsai Bar is a night of fun you don’t want to miss. Learn the fundamental skills and techniques behind the art of bonsai while enjoying a night out with friends! Our teachers will introduce core concepts and guide your experience as you pot, prune, and design your very own bonsai tree! Our Guarantee: These tiny trees are so hardy we guarantee you can keep yours alive, or we’ll replace it.

This workshop will be hosted at Chimba, which is a culinary journey through South America. Our mission is to elevate our passion for the continent´s richness, blending exotic flavors with the authenticity of traditions. Inspired by the vitality that courses through South America, music enriches the energy of our place, harmonizing with flavors for a unique experience.

Whether it’s noon or night, Chimba is the ideal setting for gatherings, turning cultural exploration into a shared delight. Its exquisite flavors and enveloping music provide the perfect excuse to savor the moment with the best company.

Under 21 policy: Please contact Chimba for details regarding underage entry

For more about Bonsai Bar and what to expect at our classes, visit our website at: https://bonsaibar.com/products/chimba

Third Thursdays | Night Narratives 11/20/25

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Third Thursdays | Night Narratives
Thursday, 11/20/2025-, 06:00 pm-09:00 pm
The Bass Museum of Art
2100 Collins Ave,
Miami Beach, Florida, 33139
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Cost: Free

The Miami Years

6 PM Doors open, 7 PM Open mic starts, 8 PM Uncle Scotchy live performance (30min), 8:30 PM Event ends

Complimentary admission with RSVP. Limited seated based on first-come, first-served.

An open mic night of storytelling, spoken word poetry, and tall untold tales about Miami, Night Narratives: The Miami Years, invites locals to share personal stories of their beloved City – its contradictions, creativity, and community.

Hosted by local musician and storyteller Uncle Scotchy (Eric Garcia) and friends, this night also features a live performance by his One-Man Blues Band, alongside guitarist Harold Trucco. Free and open to the public, guests are encouraged to sign up and step up to the mic.

To learn more about Uncle Scotchy (Eric Garcia), visit https://www.unclescotchy.com/

To learn more about Third Thursdays, visit https://thebass.org/third-thursdays/

The Bass Dialogues with Jack Pierson 12/3/25

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The Bass Dialogues with Jack Pierson
Thursday, 12/03/2025-, 10:00 am-11:30 am
The Bass Museum of Art
2100 Collins Ave,
Miami Beach, Florida, 33139
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Cost: Free

Jack Pierson: The Miami Years is the first exhibition devoted to exploring the city’s transformative impact on Pierson’s life and work. The artist’s initial excursion from New York City to Miami Beach in the winter of 1984 instigated many return visits over the years.

James Voorhies, Curator-at-Large at The Bass, will talk with the Massachusetts-born artist about how the quickly transforming art, fashion, and celebrity cultures of Miami Beach in the 1980s and 90s left an indelible influence on Pierson’s rich and multivalent practice.

To learn more about The Bass Dialogues, visit thebass.org/dialogues.

The Bass Dialogues | Building The Future of The Bass with Tom Healy and András Szántó 12/4/25

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The Bass Dialogues | Building The Future of The Bass with Tom Healy and András Szántó
Thursday, 12/04/2025-, 10:00 am-11:30 am
The Bass Museum of Art
2100 Collins Ave,
Miami Beach, Florida, 33139
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Cost: Free

How do you (re) design an art museum for an ever-changing city?

Join cultural strategist and museum advisor András Szántó in conversation with poet and Bass trustee Tom Healy for a discussion about the future of The Bass.

The Bass is entering a transformative new chapter made possible by major investments from the City of Miami Beach and generous private supporters. Szántó and Healy will explore the evolving role of contemporary art in civic life, the responsibilities of cultural institutions today, and how museums can become more responsive, inclusive, and imaginative public spaces.

They’ll also share exciting updates on the national search for the architectural firm that will lead The Bass’ expansion.

To learn more about The Bass Dialogues, visit thebass.org/dialogues.

The Bass Dialogues with Isaac Julien 12/5/25

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The Bass Dialogues with Isaac Julien
Thursday, 12/05/2025-, 10:00 am-11:30 am
The Bass Museum of Art
2100 Collins Ave,
Miami Beach, Florida, 33139
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Cost: Free

Internationally acclaimed artist Isaac Julian returns for a highly anticipated conversation moderated by Silvia Karman Cubiñá, Executive Director of The Bass. Together, they reflect on Julien’s groundbreaking video installation Vagabondia (2000), a recent gift from collectors Rosa and Carlos de la Cruz and now on view at the museum. The work was among the first to posit the museum as a space where suppressed stories and experiences can – and should – surface in their totality. Twenty-five years after its debut, we revisit the work and context in which it’s presented today.

To learn more about The Bass Dialogues, visit thebass.org/dialogues.

To learn more about Isaac Julien: Vagabondia, visit https://thebass.org/art/isaac-julien-vagabondia/.

Unpacking Quiroga’s Files 11/7/25

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Unpacking Quiroga’s Files
Friday, 11/07/2025-, 09:00 am-04:00 pm
Roberto C. Goizueta Pavilion, Otto G. Richter Library
1300 Memorial Dr,
Coral Gables, Florida, 33146
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Cost: free

This event brings together a distinguished group of scholars and presenters from various universities to discuss Quiroga’s profound impact on Cuban studies and beyond. The discussions will explore themes ranging from “Caribbeanness” and Afro-Cuban diasporic identities to queer kinship and the role of literature as a space for discourse.

The Bass Dialogues | Building The Future of The Bass with Tom Healy and András Szántó 12/4/25

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The Bass Dialogues | Building The Future of The Bass with Tom Healy and András Szántó
Thursday, 12/04/2025-, 10:00 am-11:30 am
The Bass Museum of Art
2100 Collins Ave,
Miami Beach, Florida, 33139
Website
Cost: RSVP

How do you (re) design an art museum for an ever-changing city?

Join cultural strategist and museum advisor András Szántó in conversation with poet and Bass trustee Tom Healy for a discussion about the future of The Bass.

The Bass is entering a transformative new chapter made possible by major investments from the City of Miami Beach and generous private supporters. Szántó and Healy will explore the evolving role of contemporary art in civic life, the responsibilities of cultural institutions today, and how museums can become more responsive, inclusive, and imaginative public spaces.

They’ll also share exciting updates on the national search for the architectural firm that will lead The Bass’ expansion.

To learn more about The Bass Dialogues, visit thebass.org/dialogues.

The Bass Dialogue With Isaac Newton 12/5/25

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The Bass Dialogue With Isaac Newton
Friday, 12/05/2025-, 10:00 am-11:30 am
The Bass Museum of Arts
2100 Collins Ave,
Miami Beach, Florida, 33139
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Cost: Free, RSVP

Internationally acclaimed artist Isaac Julian returns for a highly anticipated conversation moderated by Silvia Karman Cubiñá, Executive Director of The Bass. Together, they reflect on Julien’s groundbreaking video installation Vagabondia (2000), a recent gift from collectors Rosa and Carlos de la Cruz and now on view at the museum. The work was among the first to posit the museum as a space where suppressed stories and experiences can – and should – surface in their totality. Twenty-five years after its debut, we revisit the work and context in which it’s presented today.

To learn more about The Bass Dialogues, visit thebass.org/dialogues.

To learn more about Isaac Julien: Vagabondia, visit https://thebass.org/art/isaac-julien-vagabondia/.

From the Andes to Cuba and Back: Visual Cultures of Resistance 10/23/25

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From the Andes to Cuba and Back: Visual Cultures of Resistance
Thursday, 10/23/2025-, 07:00 pm-08:00 pm
Freedom Tower
600 Biscayne Blvd,
Miami, Florida, 33132
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Cost: Free

Join MOAD at the newly reopened Freedom Tower for an engaging edition of the Kislak Talks series, featuring a conversation with scholar and author Ananda Cohen-Aponte and MOAD’s director, Amy Galpin.

Referring to the Andean paintings and textiles in the Kislak Center at the Freedom Tower, Cohen-Aponte will discuss the intersections of visual culture, coloniality, and resistance within the Andean region. Her talk will explore how these works reflect the complex social, political, and spiritual dynamics of migration, and how they blend the cultural heritage of immigrants with colonial influences to create a unique visual language of identity and adaptation.

Ananda Cohen-Aponte is an Associate Professor of History of Art at Cornell University and a recent Getty Fellow for the 2024-2025 academic year. The author of Heaven, Hell, and Everything in Between: Murals of the Colonial Andes and Reimagining Lost Visual Archives of Black and Indigenous Resistance, her research examines racial formation, cross-cultural exchange, and the legacies of colonialism in Latinx art.

This event celebrates the newly installed Kislak Center exhibition, Languages of Migration.

The Museum of Art and Design (MOAD) at MDC may document the event, including its attendees. By entering the area, and/or participating in the event, you consent to the recording and its use in any form.

Artist Talk: Good Times, Buenos Tiempos, Bon Moman: on outlaw culture ft. william cordova, Dr. Terri Francis, and curator Aldeide Delgado 10/11/25

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Artist Talk: Good Times, Buenos Tiempos, Bon Moman: on outlaw culture ft. william cordova, Dr. Terri Francis, and curator Aldeide Delgado
Saturday, 10/11/2025-, 03:00 pm-05:00 pm
Locust Projects
Locust Projects, 297 NE 67th St,
Miami, Florida, 33139
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Cost: Free

Presented in conjunction with the exhibition algo•ritmos (2 tienes santo pero no eres babalao) by william cordova, on view at Locust Projects, this panel discussion brings together scholar Dr. Terri Francis and curator Aldeide Delgado for a conversation on representations of resistance, identity, and self-definition in 20th-century television and film. Taking iconic shows like Good Times and ¿Qué Pasa, USA? as points of departure, the panel explores how popular media constructs and contests dominant narratives of race, class, and cultural belonging. The discussion expands into the visual arts, reflecting on how these cultural frameworks continue to shape artistic cultural production and community histories.

Terri Francis is an internationally recognized author, curator, and professor. Since moving to Miami in 2021, Dr. Francis has moderated conversations on independent film, literature, and the visual arts at Coral Gables Art Cinema, [NAME] Publications, Books and Books, the Miami Film Festival, the Museum of Contemporary Art North Miami, Third Horizon Film Festival, and the Pérez Art Museum Miami. She is a 2022 Andy Warhol Foundation Arts Writers Grantee, and her work can be found in Another Gaze, SEEN, and Lithub, Film History, Black Camera, and Film Quarterly.

Delgado is a recent recipient of a 2019 Knight Arts Challenge, 2018 School of Art Criticism Fellowship, and a 2017 Research and Production of Critic Essay Fellowship. She is the author of the online archive Catalog of Cuban Women Photographers, as well as the namesake ongoing book. Publications, where she has contributed, include Cuban Art News, Artishock, Terremoto, C&America Latina, Arcadia, as well as diverse independent art blogs. She writes for Artishock, Terremoto, ArtNexus, and C&America Latina. She is an active member of PAMM’s International Women’s Committee, IKT International Association of Curators of Contemporary Art, US Latinx Art Forum and Art Table.

Mid-Century Architecture and Culture in South Florida and the Caribbean 9/16/25

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Mid-Century Architecture and Culture in South Florida and the Caribbean
Tuesday, 09/16/2025-09/16/2025, 02:00 pm-

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Cost: free

Join us for an online presentation and discussion with Victor Deupi as he highlights his new book “Rada Photography: Mid-Century Architecture and Culture in South Florida and the Caribbean,” which focuses on photographers Anette and Rudi Rada’s work in Cuba and Puerto Rico.

In this first critical biography of the life and work of the Radas, two photographers working in South Florida and the Caribbean from approximately 1946 to 1975, architectural historian Deupi explores the lasting significance of the Radas in documenting the cities, buildings, landscapes, and people of the region during major social and economic transformations of the 20th century.

During the South Florida building boom of the 1950s, the Radas were highly sought-after photographers. Magazines, newspapers, and travel firms hired them to help advertise new houses and hotels, promoting the tropics and subtropics as a still-untouched paradise. In the Caribbean, Rudi Rada photographed new buildings intruding artistically and commercially into the natural environment while Annette Rada adopted a more ethnographic approach, photographing local people amid burgeoning mass tourism. Whether in South Florida, Cuba, or elsewhere in their travels, the work of the Radas captured postwar architectural evolution, as well as challenges faced by populations adapting to modernization.

Featuring a wealth of never-before-published photographs and material from several archives and collections, “Rada Photography” adds portrayals of the largely overlooked mid-century architecture of South Florida and the Caribbean to existing architectural photography in the United States and Latin America. The artistic output of Annette and Rudi Rada documents how architects and architecture in the region gave shape to architectural styles now known as Miami Modernism or Tropical Modern.

Following the presentation, there will be a Q&A with the audience.

AutoNation Free Car Care Clinic – Fort Lauderdale, FL 8/23/25

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AutoNation Free Car Care Clinic – Fort Lauderdale, FL
Saturday, 08/23/2025-, 10:00 am-11:00 am
Mercedes Benz of Fort Lauderdale
2411 S Federal Hwy.,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33316
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Cost: Free

To keep young drivers safe and vehicles road ready, AutoNation is helping local families start the school year off on the right track by hosting free one-hour Car Care Clinics at select stores.

AutoNation’s expert technicians will share essential car care advice such as jumpstarting a battery, proper tire inflation, changing a flat tire, checking vehicle fluids and safety items to store in a car in case of an emergency, and more.

Clinics will also incorporate driver safety education led by local community partners on topics from distracted and impaired driving to proper driving positioning, seatbelt usage and more. Participants will have opportunities to ask questions and will receive a mini car care kit with essential items.

Parents and guardians must attend with their young drivers. For more information and to register for an AutoNation Car Care Clinic, visit https://tinyurl.com/3kppjetb.

AutoNation Free Car Care Clinic – Miami Lakes, FL 9/6/25

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AutoNation Free Car Care Clinic – Miami Lakes, FL
Saturday, 09/06/2025-, 11:00 am-12:00 pm
AutoNation Honda Miami Lakes
5925 NW 167th St,
Hialeah, Florida, 33015
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Cost: Free

To keep young drivers safe and vehicles road ready, AutoNation is helping local families start the school year off on the right track by hosting free one-hour Car Care Clinics at select stores throughout August and September.

AutoNation’s expert technicians will share essential car care advice such as jumpstarting a battery, proper tire inflation, changing a flat tire, checking vehicle fluids and safety items to store in a car in case of an emergency, and more.

Clinics will also incorporate driver safety education led by local community partners on topics from distracted and impaired driving to proper driving positioning, seatbelt usage and more. Participants will have opportunities to ask questions and will receive a mini car care kit with essential items.

Parents and guardians must attend with their young drivers. For more information and to register for an AutoNation Car Care Clinic, visit https://tinyurl.com/2fy7k9td.

Bhagavad Gita Decoded 9/7/25

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Bhagavad Gita Decoded
Sunday, 09/07/2025-09/11/2025, 06:30 pm-07:45 pm

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Cost: Free

Ancient wisdom for everyday life
Nobody can bring you peace and happiness except yourself.
Join Sunandaji for a five-part online series on Chapter 10 of the Bhagavad Gita. Through a clear, practical explanation of each verse, she will teach us how the wisdom of Vedanta can help us develop strength, clarity and peace in everyday living.

Slavery and the Making of the Early American Book 9/9/25

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Slavery and the Making of the Early American Book
Tuesday, 09/09/2025-, 06:00 pm-
Kislak Center at the University of Miami
1300 Memorial Dr,
Coral Gables, FL, Florida, 33146
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Cost: free

Join us in the Kislak Center at the University of Miami for an engaging presentation by John J. Garcia, director of Scholarly Programs and Partnerships at the American Antiquarian Society in Worcester, Massachusetts. Garcia will present from his monograph-in-progress, “Without Order: Booksellers and the Failures of the Early American Book Trades, 1679-1825.”

As we approach the 200th anniversary of Freedom’s Journal (1827), the first African American periodical, Garcia will explore Black labor in the world of books across colonial North America, the British Caribbean, and the early United States. Focusing on three key bibliographical sites—the library, the printing office, and the paper mill—the presentation reimagines expressions of community, expertise, and resistance in these spaces. Free and enslaved communities played a central role in shaping early American print culture, influencing libraries, print shops, and paper mills in often surprising and overlooked ways.

Following the presentation, there will be a Q&A with the audience.

World-Renowned Doctor Presents Innovative Treatment for Autism 8/21/25

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World-Renowned Doctor Presents Innovative Treatment for Autism
Thursday, 08/21/2025-, 07:00 pm-08:00 pm
Ultimate Brain Health
2 Biscayne Blvd, Floor 32, Conference Room,
Miami, Florida, 33131
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Cost: 0

Don’t miss this in person and virtual inspirational, educational, and informational discussion on a life changing treatment for autism! We know it can be difficult but with PrTMS, there is hope. Join us on August 21 at 7 PM, or August 22 at 11 AM!

We’re excited to invite you to an exclusive informational talk featuring Dr. Kevin T. Murphy, M.D., a world-renowned doctor in personalized repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (PrTMS) therapy who has helped thousands of children, athletes, and adults, including his own son, who was non-verbal and is now enjoying life as a mainstream college student.

Learn about PrTMS® therapy and discover how this innovative, medication-free approach utilizes MRI technology and magnetic pulses to target specific brain regions, vastly improving autism. See EEG results from before and after treatment.

This is a free, in-person event, and every seat counts. If you reserve a spot, we kindly ask that you attend or let us know if your plans change — so we can offer the space to another family in need.

Can’t attend in person? Email us at ultimatebrain@prtms.com- a virtual option may be available for those who want to learn more.

We’re excited to share this life-changing information with you.
Secure your spot today — we look forward to meeting you!

Local Views at the Art Station: Debris and Leather with Florida’s River of Grass 7/27/25

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Local Views at the Art Station: Debris and Leather with Florida’s River of Grass
Sunday, 07/27/2025-, 01:00 pm-03:00 pm
Pérez Art Museum Miami
1103 Biscayne Blvd,
Miami, Florida, 33132
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Cost: Free with museum admission. Admission is $18 for adults and free for members.

Join artists Noah Cribb and Elle Barbeito for a transformative printmaking workshop that bridges craft, sustainability, and storytelling.

Rooted in the unique ecological and cultural landscape of South Florida, this hands-on experience focuses on printmaking through the lens of survival, function, and environmental reflection. With assistance from the artists, create a collagraph snakeskin print collected by Elle from the Everglades. On view are a selection of furniture pieces handcrafted by the artist, each reflecting a deeper story about life in South Florida. Highlights include collapsible hunting seats and classic rocking chairs reminiscent of those found on front porches—objects that evoke both function and familiarity.

Across ebb and flow Artist Conversation 6/28/25

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Across ebb and flow Artist Conversation
Saturday, 06/28/2025-, 02:00 pm-04:00 pm
DVCAI at Monsignor William Barry Library, Institute of Immigration Studies Gallery at Barry University
11300 Northeast 2nd Avenue,
Miami, Florida, 33161
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Cost: Free

Join Diaspora Vibe Cultural Arts Incubator (DVCAI) at Barry for an intimate artist conversation featuring L.A. Samuelson and Amanda Bradley, the visionary artists behind the experimental multimedia exhibition “Across ebb and flow.” This exclusive dialogue offers audiences the opportunity to go deeper into the creative processes, collaborative dynamics, and individual artistic practices that shaped this groundbreaking exploration of Caribbean diaspora themes.

About the Conversation: Moderated by the DVCAI at Barry Curatorial Team, Rosie Gordon-Wallace, Lauryn Lawrence, and Louise Martorano, this artist conversation provides unique insights into how both artists approach themes of belonging, transformation, and “in-between states” through their distinct yet complementary practices.

Samuelson and Bradley will discuss their responsive collaboration, the evolution of their works “Telegraph Valley” and “From One Sea,” and how their artistic practices engage with questions of home, memory, and cultural identity.

Featured Artists:

L.A. Samuelson is an interdisciplinary choreographer working in performance, sculpture, and new media. Their installation “Telegraph Valley” deconstructs the body as a “house for the soul” metaphor, exploring how we find home in bodies that experience loss while accumulating life.

Amanda Bradley is a Belizean American artist, photographer, and curator whose photographic installation “From One Sea” centers the Caribbean Sea and Atlantic Ocean as sites of memory, inviting viewers to become active participants in a visual narrative that bridges the seen, felt, and spoken.

This conversation is part of the ongoing exhibition “Across ebb and flow,” on view June 26 – September 30, 2025, during regular library hours. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage directly with the artists and gain deeper understanding of their innovative approaches to multimedia storytelling and Caribbean diaspora narratives.

About DVCAI at Barry: Located at the Monsignor William Barry Library on the Barry University campus, DVCAI at Barry presents cutting-edge contemporary art that engages with themes of cultural identity, migration, and belonging.

Accessibility Info:
For accessibility accommodations, contact Rosie Gordon-Wallace at rosie@dvcai.org or (305) 542-4277 at least 5 days in advance.
Curated by the DVCAI at Barry Curatorial Team, Rosie Gordon-Wallace, Lauryn Lawrence, and Louise Martorano.

The Runner’s Recharge 5/17/25

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The Runner’s Recharge
Saturday, 05/17/2025-, 09:00 am-12:30 pm
DICK’s House of Sport Miami in Dadeland
7239 N Kendall Dr,,
Miami, Florida, 33156
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Join us for an energizing celebration of National Runners Month at DICK’s House of Sport—an experience built for runners, wellness enthusiasts, and community movers. Kick off the day with a dynamic one-hour stretch and workout class led by expert trainers @iamkimberlytaylor and @salotrains, designed to help runners at every level stay strong, mobile, and injury-free.

Explore a curated lineup of wellness vendors offering recovery tools, health insights, and running essentials while enjoying good vibes from @milaqsounds_.

We are thrilled to announce a 30-minute panel featuring special guest speakers from the running community who will share personal stories, training tips, and insights on what it means to be part of a movement rooted in community and wellness.

Event Highlights:

Content creation by @nucleus.hub
One-hour stretch + workout session led by @strengthcoachsalo & @iamkimberlytaylor
Wellness vendors on-site: @juiceful_co, @miami.skin.club, @powerpunchballs, and more
Recovery vendors: @p.r.system + @stretchlabpinecrestsf
Professional shoe cleaning/restoration by @theshoe.rejuvenator
Live DJ: @milaqsounds_
Photo Booth
Guest speakers:
Christian Diaz (@coconutgroverunclub)
Kevin Blair (@browardrunclub)
Monica Hernandez (@la_pantera_run_club)
Sandy Hoppe (@slickkickscharitable)

Date: May 17
Time: 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Location: 7239 N Kendall Dr, Miami, FL 33156

Beyond the Archive: The Cabrera-Tarafa Collection of Afro-Cuban Music 5/15/25

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Beyond the Archive: The Cabrera-Tarafa Collection of Afro-Cuban Music
Thursday, 05/15/2025-, 06:00 pm-08:30 pm
Roberto C. Goizueta Pavilion
1300 Memorial Dr,
Coral Gables, Florida, 33146
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Cost: free

Join us for the keynote presentation, “Beyond the Archive: The Cabrera-Tarafa Collection of Afro-Cuban Music, circa 1956” by Dr. J. Lorand Matory with comments from Dr. David Font-Navarrete.

In the mid-1950s, Lydia Cabrera and Josefina Tarafa recorded hours of Afro-Cuban ritual music in Matanzas and Havana, Cuba. The result was “Música de los cultos africanos en Cuba” (Music of the African Cults in Cuba), a boxed set of phonograph LPs printed in Cuba and distributed privately in a single limited edition circa 1956. The collection consists of 14 LP discs containing over 11 hours of audio recordings, along with liner notes and photos. Given its scope and quality, “Música de los cultos” is arguably the single most robust multimedia archive of Afro-Cuban sacred music traditions in the mid-20th century.

It remains unclear in which year the recordings were made, when the discs were pressed, and how many copies of the boxed set were produced, and only a few institutions hold complete physical editions of the original LP boxed set in their repositories. The audio recordings—the only ones Cabrera produced in her long career—are saturated by the musical and linguistic virtuosity of priest-artists for which Cabrera became an archival medium, and the sounds themselves are arguably the pinnacle of her life-long efforts to produce “material for specialists which has not passed through the dangerous filter of interpretation” (2023).

The compilation of a new digital edition of “Música de los cultos” is available for the first time as a complete and annotated archival collection at the University Libraries’ Cuban Heritage Collection, which is the official repository of the Lydia Cabrera Papers.

The program will conclude with a question and answer session with the audience.

This keynote presentation is part of a symposium that explores vital 21st-century insights on a unique document of Afro-Cuban sacred music traditions and offers novel perspectives on the Cabrera Papers’ multifaceted scope and significance. On May 14, a private collaborative research workshop will bring together scholars, priests, and artists for a critical dialogue.

This event is co-sponsored by the University of Miami’s Michele Bowman Underwood Department of Modern Languages and Literatures and the Joseph Carter Memorial Fund.

A Real Conversation with Freeway Ricky Ross and Special Guest Uncle Luke at Nucleus Coconut Grove 4/17/25

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A Real Conversation with Freeway Ricky Ross and Special Guest Uncle Luke at Nucleus Coconut Grove
Thursday, 04/17/2025-, 06:30 pm-10:30 pm
Nucleus Hub Coconut Grove
3141 SW 27th Avenue,
Miami, Florida, 33133
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On Thursday, April 17, Nucleus will host an evening of powerful conversation featuring Freeway Ricky Ross and special guest Uncle Luke. This event, A Real Conversation, invites guests to explore how life lessons from the streets, the music industry, and entrepreneurship can offer valuable insights to today’s youth, business professionals, and community leaders.

In a time when access to information is abundant but true wisdom is scarce, this event emphasizes the importance of lived experience, collaboration, and creating value through authentic leadership. Ross and Uncle Luke will discuss their personal journeys, offering candid reflections on transformation, success, and impact.

Following the main conversation, attendees are invited to participate in a unique content creation experience. Nucleus’ on-site professional recording studios will be open for guests to share their own perspectives—whether alone or in collaboration with others. Recording and editing support will be available on site, providing a seamless opportunity to capture ideas and reactions in real time.

WHEN:
Thursday, April 17, 2025
Doors Open: 6:30 PM
Main Talk: 7:00 PM
Studio Sessions: 8:30 PM – 10:30 PM

Back Chat April 2025 Black Art and Food 4/24/25

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Back Chat April 2025 Black Art and Food
Thursday, 04/24/2025-, 07:00 pm-08:00 pm

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Cost: Free

Dive into the intersection of food and diasporic art with DVCAI’s quarterly Back-Chat series!

Join moderator Nadine Natalie Hall and artists Michael Elliott, Friday, Kurt Nahar, and Stephanie J. Woods for an engaging virtual dialogue inspired by the exhibition “The Whole World is Churning: Then and Now, and Now and Beyond.”

This free virtual session explores how foodstuffs integrate into contemporary diasporic artworks, featuring perspectives from Jamaica, Suriname, and the United States. Part of DVCAI’s ‘Welcome to Miami Arts’ program, supported by the ArtsHERE grant from the National Endowment for the Arts and South Arts.

The Back-Chat program is inclusive of all community members and visitors seeking a connection to the arts. To request materials in an accessible format at least five days in advance, please contact Rosie Gordon-Wallace, DVCAI President |Curator at rosie@dvcai.org or by phone at (305) 542-4277.

Preservation Week Celebration and Presentation 4/29/25

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Preservation Week Celebration and Presentation
Tuesday, 04/29/2025-, 10:30 am-12:00 am
Otto G. Richter Library
1300 Memorial Drive,
Coral Gables, Florida, 33146
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Cost: 0

Join us for a presentation by ArtCare Conservation—a nationally renowned firm specializing in the preservation of paintings—where they will share insights into their work and offer a fascinating glimpse into the world of art conservation.

Additionally, Associate Dean Cheryl Gowing will present the inspiring story behind the development and creation of the Conservation Lab on the first floor of the Otto G. Richter Library—a project to which she was instrumental in laying the foundation and bringing to life.

This collaborative event highlights the valuable exchange of knowledge across conservation specialties, enriching our understanding of the field while celebrating the importance of preserving history.

The Art and Science of Bonsai Cultivating Miniature Trees for Growth 4/24/25

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The Art and Science of Bonsai Cultivating Miniature Trees for Growth
Thursday, 04/24/2025-04/24/2025, 10:30 am-11:30 am
Third-Floor Conference Room, Otto G. Richter Library
1300 Memorial Dr,
Coral Gables, Florida, 33146
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Cost: free

Join Johnny Lamb Jr., a maintenance mechanic at the University of Miami who earned a Certificate of Apprenticeship in Horticulture and Landscape from the United States Department of Labor, for an insightful presentation on bonsai trees.

Discover the art, history, and science behind bonsai tree cultivation, including species selection, pruning, wiring, soil, and watering essentials. Learn strategies to tackle pests, prevent diseases, and ensure proper care. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned gardener, this session will inspire and guide your bonsai journey.

Dealing with Multiple Stressors Amphibian Conservation Biology 4/21/25

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Dealing with Multiple Stressors Amphibian Conservation Biology
Monday, 04/21/2025-, 11:00 am-12:00 pm
Otto G. Richter Library
1300 Memorial Dr,
Coral Gables, Florida, 33146
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Cost: free

Join Dr. Christopher A. Searcy, professor and director of Graduate Studies, and Ph.D. candidate Aidan O’Brien, both from the Conservation Ecology Lab at the University of Miami, for an engaging presentation on the complex stressors that are contributing to the global decline of amphibians. The Santa Cruz long-toed salamander, a federally endangered species in California, is threatened by habitat loss, human activity, and rising sea levels. Despite federal protection, gaps in ecological knowledge persist. The Conservation Lab’s research focuses on larval habitats and post-metamorphic behavior, offering critical insights for effective conservation efforts.

Fighting Climate Change with Butterflies 4/22/25

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Fighting Climate Change with Butterflies
Tuesday, 04/22/2025-, 10:30 am-11:30 am
Third-Floor Conference Room, Otto G. Richter Library
1300 Memorial Dr,
Coral Gables, Florida, 33146
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Cost: free

Climate change is an existential threat, but Mary Benton of Bound by Beauty will show how you can fight back through gardening. By cultivating native plants, you can create a haven for wildlife, reduce your carbon footprint, conserve water, and protect essential pollinators. Discover the transformative power of butterflies to inspire community connections, nurture nature, and combat climate change—plus, enjoy the bonus of beautiful songbirds!

ArtSpeaks: Tiffany Dubin on The Intersection of Art & Jewelry 4/25/25

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ArtSpeaks: Tiffany Dubin on The Intersection of Art & Jewelry
Friday, 04/25/2025-, 06:00 pm-07:00 pm
Norton Museum of Art
1450 S. Dixie Highway,
West Palm Beach, New York, 33401
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Cost: 10

Tiffany Dubin, a specialist in artist jewelry, explores the transformative era of jewelry design post-World War II. Dubin will guide the audience through the evolution of the artist jewelry movement, highlighting how it challenged and expanded the conventional boundaries of how jewelry is both perceived and worn. This movement not only changed the craft, but also altered our very interaction with jewelry, transforming it from a mere symbol of status into a profound medium for unique artistic statements. Discover how this bold reimagining continues to influence our aesthetic and cultural landscape today.

Let’s Talk: Asking for a Friend 4/5/25

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Let’s Talk: Asking for a Friend
Saturday, 04/05/2025-, 02:00 pm-04:00 pm
The CAMP Gallery
791 NE 125 St,
Miami, Florida, 33161
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Cost: Free

Join us at The CAMP Gallery and on Instagram (@thecampgallery) this Saturday, April 5, from 2–4 PM for the closing of our March Exhibitions Asking for a Friend and Between Stillness & Growth, featuring an Artist Talk at 3 PM with exhibiting artist Silvana Soriano.

Born and raised in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (b. 1961), Silvana Soriano is a visual artist currently based in Miami, Florida. Soriano has participated in numerous solo and group exhibitions in Brazil, Spain, France, USA and Cuba since 1984, including having her work featured at Pinta Miami Art Fair. She has also illustrated several books, spanning from children’s literature to poetry. Soriano graduated with a BFA in Art History and Art Education from Bennett University. She furthered her studies at the esteemed School of Visual Arts, in Brazil. Soriano has been an educator for over two decades, at public schools, non-profits, and universities.

Silvana Soriano’s works in Asking for a Friend draws deep inspiration from the writings of Brazilian author Clarice Lispector, whose exploration of women’s inner lives and existential struggles resonates throughout Soriano’s art. The four large collages on canvas and three smaller drypoint and china ink works reflect themes of intimacy, autonomy, and vulnerability, central to Lispector’s literary universe. Using a layered, textural approach, Soriano brings these literary figures to life, weaving together elements of their narratives into striking visual compositions.

Just as Lispector’s characters grapple with self-discovery and emotional depth, Soriano’s pieces delve into the personal, often hidden, experiences of women navigating their identities. Together, these works create a visual dialogue about resilience, community, and the shared human experience of seeking guidance, echoing the themes of emotional complexity and reflection found in the exhibition.

Sovereign Joy: Afro-Mexican Kings and Queens, 1539-1640 4/9/25

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Sovereign Joy: Afro-Mexican Kings and Queens, 1539-1640
Wednesday, 04/09/2025-, 06:00 pm-
Kislak Center at the University of Miami
1300 Memorial Dr,
Coral Gables, Florida, 33146
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Cost: free

Join us in the Kislak Center at the University of Miami for the inaugural presentation of the Kislak Talks series. The event will feature an engaging conversation with Dr. Miguel Valerio and Dr. Daniel Arbino about Valerio’s recent publication, “Sovereign Joy: Afro-Mexican Kings and Queens, 1539-1640.”

“Sovereign Joy” explores the performance of festive Black kings and queens among Afro-Mexicans between 1539 and 1640. This fascinating study illustrates how the first African and Afro-Creole people in colonial Mexico transformed their ancestral culture into a shared Afro-Mexican identity. It particularly focuses on how participation in public festivals expressed their culture and subjectivities, while also redefining their colonial condition and social standing. By analyzing this previously understudied aspect of Afro-Mexican Catholic confraternities in both literary texts and visual culture, Dr. Valerio reveals the deeply ambivalent and contradictory meanings behind public processions and festivities, which often re-inscribed structures of race and hierarchy. Were these festivities markers of Catholic subjecthood, and what types of corporate structures did they create to project standing and respectability?

Uncovering the Indigenous Indies Colonial Cuba as Case Study 3/6/25

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Uncovering the Indigenous Indies Colonial Cuba as Case Study
Thursday, 03/06/2025-, 06:00 pm-08:30 pm
Roberto C. Goizueta Pavilion
1300 Memorial Dr,
Coral Gables, Florida, 33146
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Cost: free

Join us for a presentation by Dr. John Paul Paniagua during which he will offer an alternative narrative of the early conquest and colonization that de-emphasizes Native dissolution and extinction. Instead, it explores the formation of an early Caribbean labor regime built on both the Spanish encomienda and Indigenous enslavement. This nexus explains not just why so many Indians suffered and died, but how the Indigenous survived the way they did. Rather than a quick extermination, cascading social reproduction crises produced thousands of deracinated survivors—that is, survivors uprooted from their communities and cultures.

Noche de Arte: Interview with VantaBlack 2/24/25

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Noche de Arte: Interview with VantaBlack
Monday, 02/24/2025-02/24/2025, 06:00 pm-08:00 pm
InterContinental Miami Hotel
100 Chopin Plaza,
Miami, Florida, 33131
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Cost: Free

Join us for an interview with Iggy Font and Noche de Arte Artist-in-Residence VantaBlack in the Gallery Lounge of InterContinental Miami Hotel. Each month, a new artist is showcased in the Gallery Lounge, offering visitors an expansive introduction to our vibrant city’s diverse array of artistry.

Artist In Residence: VantaBlack

VantaBlack is a multidisciplinary artist whose practice is rooted in narrative truth-telling via figurative portraiture and woven assemblage to explore the intricacies of Black womanhood. VantaBlack’s work encodes subversive forms of royalty and resistance, challenging dominant narratives while celebrating resilience and identity.

collaboARTive presents this program in partnership with Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau and the InterContinental Miami Hotel, Downtown Development Authority, and with the support of the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade County Mayor and Board of County Commissioners.

Navigating Distress: Bankruptcy & Loan Workouts 2/19/25

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Navigating Distress: Bankruptcy & Loan Workouts
Wednesday, 02/19/2025-, 11:30 am-01:30 pm
Mayfair House Hotel & Garden
3000 Florida Avenue,
Miami, Florida, 33133
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Cost: $75-$105

Join a distinguished panel featuring Siobhan Grant, Partner at Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP; Stuart Neiberg, Partner at CohnReznick; Darren Gluck, Principal & Co-Founder of ThornOak; Morgan Vosbikian, Director at Rialto Capital Advisors; Mabelle Perez, Associate Vice President at Matthews Real Estate Investment Services and CREW Miami’s Director of Signature Events (moderator).

Gain insights into bankruptcy, loan workouts, and distressed assets in commercial real estate. Learn how these processes affect owners and future sales, ask questions, and network with professionals over lunch.

Kislak Talks with Dr. Miguel Valerio 4/9/25

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Kislak Talks with Dr. Miguel Valerio
Wednesday, 04/09/2025-, 06:00 pm-08:00 pm
Kislak Center at the University of Miami Otto G. Richter Library
1300 Memorial Drive,
Coral Gables, Florida, 33146
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Cost: Free

Join the Museum of Art and Design (MOAD) at MDC and the Kislak Center at the University of Miami for Kislak Talks with Dr. Miguel Valerio. The evening will begin with a welcome reception followed by a presentation by Dr. Miguel Valerio, renowned author and scholar of the African diaspora in the Iberian World. Dr Valerio will talk about his latest research focused on Black lay Catholic brotherhoods or confraternities and Afro-creole festival practices in colonial Latin America. He will also discuss his multi-award-winning and highly acclaimed book, Sovereign Joy: Afro-Mexican Kings and Queens, 1539-1640.

Refreshments will be served.

Visitors may pay to park using PayByPhone or a Pay Station to register their vehicles’ license plates with the University of Miami’s parking system.

All parking lots and garages (except service and restricted spaces) are available for parking.

A parking session is valid in any color zone and the vehicle can be moved between parking lots and garages without having to initiate a new parking session.

See the visitor’s parking map for more information.

The Museum of Art and Design (MOAD) at MDC may document the event, including its attendees. By entering the area, and/or participating in the event, you consent to the recording and its use in any form.

MOAD’s programs are made possible with the support of the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade County Mayor and Board of County Commissioners. They are sponsored in part by the State of Florida through the Division of Arts and Culture and the National Endowment for the Arts, and with generous support from the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation. The Miami Herald is a media sponsor of MOAD’s programming.

Image: Artists in Conversation event hosted by AIRIE and MOAD. March 6, 2024.

Time and Place: Multitudes of Black Experience in Miami 2/19/25

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Time and Place: Multitudes of Black Experience in Miami
Wednesday, 02/19/2025-, 06:30 pm-08:00 pm
MDC’s Padrón Campus
627 Southwest 27th Avenue Room 201,
Miami, Florida, 33135
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Cost: Free

“Time and Place: Multitudes of Black Experience in Miami” incorporates Kabuya Pamela Bowens-Saffo’s association with creatives in Miami. Bowens-Saffo touched multiple Miami neighborhoods including Coconut Grove and Richmond Heights.

Presenters Dr. Valerie Patterson, Dr. Donette Francis, and Dr. Simeon Richardson share their scholarship on aspects of History, Black Studies, and Miami Studies that are revealed in Kabuya Pamela Bowens-Saffo: From the Heights exhibition. How does the artist’s work reflect the time, place, and Black culture in Miami? Why is this archive relevant to documenting the Miami Black experience?

Refreshments will be served.

Free parking is available at MDC’s Padrón Campus flat parking lot located at 2501 SW 6TH Street, Miami, FL 33135.

The Museum of Art and Design (MOAD) at MDC may document the event, including its attendees. By entering the area, and/or participating in the event, you consent to the recording and its use in any form.

MOAD’s programs are made possible with the support of the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade County Mayor and Board of County Commissioners. They are sponsored in part by the State of Florida through the Division of Arts and Culture and the National Endowment for the Arts, and with generous support from the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation. The Miami Herald is a media sponsor of MOAD’s programming.

Funding for this program was provided through a grant from the Florida Humanities with funds from the National Endowment for the Humanities. Any views, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this exhibition do not necessarily represent those of Florida Humanities or the National Endowment for the Humanities.

Florida International University’s Women’s and Gender Studies Center is a proud funder through the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation.

Image: Artists in Conversation Hosted by AIRIE and MOAD. March 6, 2024.

Albizu University Research Center Launch Event and AI Seminar 12/3/24

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Albizu University Research Center Launch Event and AI Seminar
Tuesday, 12/03/2024-, 10:00 am-04:00 pm
Albizu University Miami Campus Multipurpose and CISR (Room 206)
2173 NW 99th Ave,
Doral, Florida, 33172
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Cost: 0

We are thrilled to invite you to the Center for Institutional Scientific Research (CISR) Launch Event and Artificial Intelligence Seminar at Albizu University Miami. Join us for a day of insightful workshops, presentations, and networking opportunities, where we’ll explore AI’s growing role in academia, research, and clinical practice. Plus, student participants will earn Continuing Education Credits (CEC) for attending.

This event is open to all, whether you’re part of the Albizu community or simply interested in learning more about AI’s impact on education and healthcare. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and grow with us.
Agenda Highlights:
• 10:00 a.m. – Welcome
• 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. – “AI in Public & Academic Spheres” seminar *
• 12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Ribbon cutting and light bites *
• 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. – “AI in Research & Clinical Practice” seminar *

  • Both seminars will be provided in person and via Zoom. To register online, please visit https://tinyurl.com/y8tby2wc

Additionally, participants who attend in person are invited to join the ribbon cutting ceremony where light bites will be served.

An Evening with Matthew Rob Mesoamerican Specialist at the Library of Congress 12/3/24

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An Evening with Matthew Rob Mesoamerican Specialist at the Library of Congress
Tuesday, 12/03/2024-, 06:00 pm-08:00 pm
Kislak Center at the University of Miami
1300 Memorial Dr,
Coral Gables, Florida, 33146
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Cost: free

Join us in the Kislak Center at the University of Miami for an engaging presentation by Matthew H. Robb, Mesoamerican specialist at the Library of Congress in Washington, D.C.

The publication of “The Weight of a Patina of Time” provides an occasion to reflect on a series of works by Gala Porras-Kim, whose research-based practice looks closely at the layered meaning of objects in the 21st-century museum. Her in-depth explorations of the uncertain histories of ancient objects reimagine their pasts while charting new possibilities for their present and future.

Dr. Robb’s talk will focus on Porras-Kim’s affinity for fragments, conflicting histories, undeciphered texts, and other instances of uncertainty within the space of the museum. He will also explore how to address the challenges of maintaining knowledge over centuries in shifting institutional contexts through an examination of her Mesoamerican works.

The presentation will conclude with a question and answer session with the audience.

Kiwi Arts Group Film Screening and Panel Discussion 12/5/24

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Kiwi Arts Group Film Screening and Panel Discussion
Thursday, 12/05/2024-, 12:00 pm-02:00 pm
Nautilus Sonesta Miami Beach
1825 Collins Avenue,
Miami Beach, Florida, 33139
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Join us on Thursday, December 5 for a special screening of “Full Circle: Before They Were Famous”, a captivating 40-minute documentary that brings to life The William John Kennedy archive—a rare photographic collection documenting the early days of Pop Art icons Andy Warhol and Robert Indiana. An exclusive panel discussion will follow the film screening in the Nautilus Sonesta Lobby featuring international curator Virginia Damtsa, Creative Producer & Experience Designer, Yev, and Adrian Green, CEO of KIWI arts group.

Meet Author Arthur Jay Marcus at History Fort Lauderdale’s “Florida Scribes & Stories” 11/14/24

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Meet Author Arthur Jay Marcus at History Fort Lauderdale’s “Florida Scribes & Stories”
Thursday, 11/14/2024-, 06:00 pm-08:00 pm
History Fort Lauderdale
231 SW 2nd Avenue,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301
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Cost: Free

History Fort Lauderdale, proud steward of our community’s past by making our heritage accessible and engaging to residents and visitors, will present a free book signing and meet & greet with architect, photographer and historic preservation consultant Arthur Jay Marcus, author of The Architecture of Whimsy: Mid-20th-Century Architecture in South Florida. He will be available to meet guests and autograph copies of his book on Thursday, November 14, from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. His appearance is part of History Fort Lauderdale’s “Florida Scribes & Stories,” a meet the author series that offers literary and history enthusiasts a chance to speak with local authors, purchase their latest releases and have them signed.

The Architecture of Whimsy: Mid-20th-Century Architecture in South Florida is a lexicon examining the quixotic architectural expressions fund on select Mid-20th-Century Modern commercial buildings in South Florida. Showcasing the work of 13 noted architects from Miami Beach to Fort Lauderdale, Marcus highlights the decorative details and gestures – swooping overhangs, brise soleil, cheese holes and arches and screening – that expressed the era’s shiny optimism and the region’s carefree resort culture. With brief biographies of architects and street maps pinpointing the location of each building, this book offers tourists, architects, history buffs and preservationists a new context and appreciation for these works of art, many of which are endangered. The book is available on Amazon.

Architecture and photography have been Marcus’ lifelong passions from an early age. While maintaining an architectural studio in South Beach for 24 years prior to moving to Fort Lauderdale, Marcus continued to take photographs of South Florida’s architectural environment. His practice currently specializes in historic preservation consulting. A native of Philadelphia, Marcus graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree from Temple University and a Master of Architecture degree from Carnegie Mellon University.

Drinks and light bites will be provided. Guests may RSVP at https://bit.ly/FloridaScribesMarcus2024.

History Fort Lauderdale is proud to host a variety of engaging multicultural experiences, year-round. It seeks to bring awareness to the community through both traveling exhibits and multiple permanent exhibits including “Women Trailblazers,” “Fort Lauderdale – the Early Years,” “The African American Experience,” “Fashion & Musical Theatre,” “From Dugouts to Dream Yachts: the story of boatbuilding along the New River,” Seminole Arts & Culture,” “New River Archaeology,” and “Take PRIDE, a retrospective on LGBTQ life in South Florida.” The nonprofit museum also hosts an artists’ collective collaborative space.

For more information about History Fort Lauderdale, please call (954) 463-4431 or visit us online at historyfortlauderdale.org. Follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/ftlhistory, on Instagram @ftlhistory and on Twitter @FTLHistory. Subscribe to us on YouTube at youtube.com/user/FTLhistory.

The Real Music Industry Bootcamp Miami 11/16/24

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The Real Music Industry Bootcamp Miami
Saturday, 11/16/2024-, 09:00 am-05:00 pm
AudioVision Recording Studios
13385 W Dixie Hwy,
North Miami, New Jersey, 33161
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Cost: $499.00

Join us on November 16th for the 1-Day The Real Music Industry Bootcamp in Miami from 9 AM to 5 PM. Use Discount Code for 15% off until Nov.6: Bootcamp15

Platinum + Grammy Recording Artist Fredro Starr, Onyx will be virtually live while on tour to get into The Art of Longevity in the Music Industry: Staying Relevant & Evolving. In-person guest speakers, the real music industry professionals will share insightful and proven topics below.

How to Get Your Music Played vs Streams & Leveraging Both for Success, from Radio Exec and Syracuse University Music Business Professor Michelle Santosuosso.

How to Build a Standout Brand with Susan Linss, the Creative Director for Beyoncé, Kanye West, Kelly Clarkson + others to discuss; Building Your Brand: The Art of Visual Storytelling in Hip Hop & How to Create Legendary Work.

You’ll gain wisdom and knowledge from pros like TV Executive Producer, and former Bad Boy Entertainment Producer Manager Andrena Hale, who will talk about The State of the Music Industry & When to Pivot to TV and Film.

Dr. Joy, the CEO of Success Uncensored Coaching – From Potential to Performance: Turning Ambition into Tangible Success in the Music Industry.

Grammy Award Nominee, Terrell “Tre” Roper will talk about connectivity and collaborating with artists, song structure, how to navigate the business, and how to make chart-topping hits.

You’ll get insights on publicity from your host sharing, From the Streets to the Spotlight: PR & Management Secrets for Hip Hop Success.
Sibrena Stowe-Geraldino.

Expect to hear from the music hop industry experts, and connect with them and your peers we advise you to exchange contact info. We’ll have lunch and beverages provided, plus your gift bag full of goodies. You’ll leave feeling empowered and capable of taking your career to the next level. We’re here to help you reach your goals. Due to limited capacity and high demand, registration is non-refundable unless there is a state of emergency or event rescheduled by us.

AI for Parents Workshop 11/15/24

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AI for Parents Workshop
Friday, 11/15/2024-, 09:00 am-01:30 pm
Alpha Miami
8000 SW 56th St,
Miami, Florida, 33155
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Cost: 100

Feeling Overwhelmed by AI Technology?

Know that you’re not alone and that this workshop is specifically for you.

Many parents feel intimidated by emerging AI technology, fear for their children’s safety online, or worry about adding more screen time into the mix. But here’s the truth – AI can empower your whole family to save time, create incredible things, and learn new information.
In this four-hour in-person workshop, we will teach you all of the AI basics you’ve been dying to know, including how to:
Boost Productivity
Become a Pro at Prompting AI
Keep Your Data Safe
Dominate AI Search
Create Stunning AI Images
And More

Our AI beginners event makes learning AI easy and fun!

New Books in Cuban Studies 11/7/24

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New Books in Cuban Studies
Thursday, 11/07/2024-, 02:00 pm-

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Cost: free

FEATURING

Paloma Duong, Ph.D.
Author, “Portable Postsocialisms: New Cuban Mediascapes After the End of History”

Jennifer L. Lambe, Ph.D.
Author, “The Subject of Revolution: Between Political and Popular Culture in Cuba”

WITH DISCUSSANT

Walfrido Dorta Sanchez, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of Spanish Studies, Susquehanna University

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Join us for a virtual discussion with Dr. Paloma Duong and Dr. Jennifer L. Lambe, as we celebrate the publication of their recent books that explore various facets of Cuban history, including politics, culture, media, and more.

Each author will give a short presentation followed by commentary from Dr. Walfrido Dorta Sanchez and a question and answer session with the audience.

Cultivating Creativity The Essential Role of Studio Spaces in Artistic Expression 11/8/24

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Cultivating Creativity The Essential Role of Studio Spaces in Artistic Expression
Friday, 11/08/2024-, 04:00 pm-05:00 pm
Doral Cultural Arts Center
8363 Northwest 53rd Street,
Doral, Florida, 33166
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Cost: Free

Join us for an Artist Talk at the Doral International Art Fair!
The DIAF will be open from noon to 8:00 p.m., with two-hour sessions per ticket. Tickets free with registration. Attendees must reserve their tickets in advance.
In this 45-minute talk, followed by Q&A, Ignacio Font and Jean Blackwell Font will explore the indispensable role of studio spaces in nurturing creativity and supporting artists, particularly in Miami Dade County.

Noche de Arte Workshop on Fake AI 10/21/24

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Noche de Arte Workshop on Fake AI
Monday, 10/21/2024-, 05:00 pm-07:00 pm
InterContinental Miami Hotel
100 Chopin Plaza,
Miami, Florida, 33131
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Cost: Free

As part of her Noche de Arte residency, Ms. Gómez del Valle invites special guests for various art engagements each week. On October 21st, join us for a Workshop on Fake AI led by artist Samantha Salzinger in the Gallery Lounge of InterContinental Miami Hotel!

Samantha Salzinger’s career as an artist, filmmaker, and educator, has consistently sought to push the boundaries of creative expression, exploring complex themes through innovative mediums. Her work, characterized by the creation of intricate, handcrafted dioramas that result in photographs and videos, investigates the interplay between consumerism, environmental degradation, and societal overconsumption.

About the Artist-in-Residence: Mirta Gómez was born in Havana, Cuba. She is the recipient of numerous artist fellowships. Her photography work has been exhibited internationally and is in the permanent collections of The Museum of Modern Art, NY and others.
Mirta Gómez del Valle is Emeritus Professor of Art/Photography at Florida International University in Miami where she taught from 1983 until her retirement in 2019.

Noche de Arte is open to the public and free to attend. collaboARTive presents this program in partnership with InterContinental Miami Hotel, the Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau, the Miami Downtown Development Authority, and with support from the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs.

Noche de Arte Artist Talk on Photography & Publishing 10/28/24

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Noche de Arte Artist Talk on Photography & Publishing
Monday, 10/28/2024-, 05:00 pm-07:00 pm
InterContinental Miami Hotel
100 Chopin Plaza,
Miami, Florida, 33131
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Cost: Free

As part of her Noche de Arte residency, Ms. Gómez del Valle invites special guests for various art engagements each week. On October 28th, enjoy a Talk on Photography and Publishing with Photographer/Author Melisa Caprio in the Gallery Lounge of InterContinental Miami Hotel!

Melisa hosts a weekly show, Postcards to the Universe with Melisa – a spellbinding journey that delves into the mystical realms of spiritual trailblazers.

Mirta Gómez del Valle is a luminary in the field of photography with an illustrious career that includes prestigious fellowships from the Guggenheim Memorial Foundation, the National Endowment for the Arts, and many others.

Throughout the month of October, Ms. Gómez del Valle has graciously offered to conduct portfolio reviews for early to mid-career photographers and artists. Each review will last 45 minutes and will take place at the Gallery Lounge. As always, Noche de Arte is open to the public and free to attend.

collaboARTive presents this program in partnership with InterContinental Miami Hotel, the Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau, the Miami Downtown Development Authority, and with support from the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs.

Uncovering the Indigenous Indies: Colonial Cuba as Case Study 10/10/24

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Uncovering the Indigenous Indies: Colonial Cuba as Case Study
Thursday, 10/10/2024-, 06:00 pm-08:30 pm
Roberto C. Goizueta Pavilion
Otto G. Richter Library, Second Floor – 1300 Memorial Drive Coral Gables, Florida,
Coral Gables, FL, Florida, 33146
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Cost: Free

Join us for a conversation with Dr. Traci A. Ardren and Dr. John Paul Paniagua during which they will offer an alternative narrative of the early conquest and colonization that deemphasizes Native dissolution and extinction. The program will conclude with a question and answer session with the audience.

Monthly Astro Talk with Dana Myers 10/1/24

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Monthly Astro Talk with Dana Myers
Tuesday, 10/01/2024-, 06:00 pm-07:30 pm
1 Hotel South Beach
2341 Collins Avenue,
Miami Beach, Florida, 33139
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Cost: $30

Embark on a cosmic journey with our Monthly Astro Talk, led by Dana Myers. Explore the astrological energies of the season and uncover profound insights, along with practical ways to integrate these cosmic lessons into everyday life. Whether you’re a seasoned enthusiast or new to astrology, join us for this memorable experience designed to foster self-discovery, connection, and community.

Get Social! Networking Series | Black Travel Summit x Higher Ground at Arlo Wynwood 9/13/24

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Get Social! Networking Series | Black Travel Summit x Higher Ground at Arlo Wynwood
Friday, 09/13/2024-, 05:00 pm-10:00 pm
Arlo Wynwood
2217 NW Miami Ct.,
Miami, Florida, 33127
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Cost: 25

Join Makisha Noël for September’s edition of the Get Social! Networking Series where we’re partnering with Black Travel Summit to host a program filled with meaningful conversation and a salute to Black excellence at Arlo Wynwood’s third floor cocktail lounge Higher Ground.

Be sure to arrive ​for the Happy Hour Special from 6-7 p.m. to enjoy expertly crafted drinks and food specials.

​Connect with Miami’s rising stars and leaders from various industries while engaging in an event that celebrates and integrates the rich tapestry of Black culture in travel. ​During the event, enjoy the chic Higher Ground with an energizing vibe, perfectly designed to foster connections and conversations.

​Attire: Elevated Casual ✨

Commemorating the Louinès Louinis Haitian Dance Theater 9/19/24

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Commemorating the Louinès Louinis Haitian Dance Theater
Thursday, 09/19/2024-, 06:00 pm-08:00 pm
Kislak Center at the University of Miami
1300 Memorial Drive,
Coral Gables, Florida, 33146
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Cost: 0

Join us for a vibrant evening as we honor the life and legacy of Louinès Louinis, Haitian dancer, choreographer, musician, and the founder and artistic director of the Louinès Louinis Haitian Dance Theater.

SWWIM: Poetry Reading & Conversation with Jordan Pérez and Alexandra Lytton Regala 9/12/24

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SWWIM: Poetry Reading & Conversation with Jordan Pérez and Alexandra Lytton Regala
Thursday, 09/12/2024-, 07:00 pm-08:00 pm
The Betsy Hotel
1440 Ocean Drive,
Miami Beach, Florida, 33139
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Cost: Free

Join us for a reading and conversation with award-winning poets Alexandra Lytton Regalado and Jordan Pérez.

Following their reading, the poets will pose questions to one other, as well as field questions from moderator Laura Villareal, who will identify resonances and unifying themes across their work. There will also be a Q & A with the audience.

The Visual Commonplace: Collecting Memories and Constructing Identities Within Photo Albums and Scrapbooks 8/29/24

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The Visual Commonplace: Collecting Memories and Constructing Identities Within Photo Albums and Scrapbooks
Thursday, 08/29/2024-, 01:00 pm-02:00 pm

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Dive into the captivating world of scrapbooks and photograph albums housed within Special Collections at the University of Miami Libraries. Discover how individuals and families have used photographs, captions, found objects, and ephemera to creatively weave their personal narratives. Through the lens of primary source literacy and visual rhetorical analysis, viewers will learn how to interpret these personal artworks and uncover the stories they tell.

Join Special Collections Librarian Robin Potter online for an exclusive showcase of these unique treasures, as she explores the fascinating concept of “visual commonplacing” and describes how it serves as a powerful mode of self-expression, bridging meanings across time.

Unraveling the Funding Puzzle: Master Commercial Real Estate Financing 9/18/24

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Unraveling the Funding Puzzle: Master Commercial Real Estate Financing
Wednesday, 09/18/2024-, 11:30 am-01:30 pm
Mayfair House Hotel & Garden
3000 Florida Ave.,
Miami, Florida, 33133
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Cost: $75 Members and $95 Non-Members until Sept. 17

Gain a competitive edge in commercial real estate financing with CREW Miami’s September Lunch and Learn. Understanding the intricacies of financing in 2024 is essential for success. Join us to learn about the latest funding updates, ask questions to industry leaders, and network with professionals over lunch. Key topics include the latest updates on commercial real estate funding, insights into current lenders and interest rates, the impact of government intervention on project funding, and the role of tax incentives in shaping the financing landscape. Our expert panelists, Emily Jones (VP of Investments at Safehold), Gladys Reed (Senior VP and Private Client Services Manager at Ocean Bank), Luba Kim-Reynolds (Head of MF Investor Relations and ESG Initiatives at Freddie Mac), and Yvonne Nyakana (Commercial Credit Manager of Nonprofit South at TD Bank), will provide strategies to navigate evolving financing challenges. Equip yourself with essential knowledge to navigate the dynamic world of commercial real estate financing and discover who is lending, how deals are being structured, and what tax incentives are available. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to stay ahead in the competitive commercial real estate market.

Deep Dives: The Jay I. Kislak Collection: The Past, Present and Future 7/25/24

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Deep Dives: The Jay I. Kislak Collection: The Past, Present and Future
Thursday, 07/25/2024-, 01:00 pm-02:00 pm

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The Jay I. Kislak Collection of the Early Americas, Exploration and Navigation came to the University of Miami as a donation in 2018. Comprising historical moments of cultural encounters across the Americas, ranging from the colonial period in Latin America to the United States’ westward expansion to Polar expeditions, the Kislak Collection’s breadth makes it a thought-provoking, interdisciplinary resource of primary research materials.

Join Daniel Arbino and Arthur Dunkelman in a conversation moderated by Carol Damian as they discuss the beginnings of the collection, the motivations behind its trajectory, recent acquisitions, and future directions.

This program is presented in partnership with the Kislak Center at the Freedom Tower at Miami Dade College.

Mujer Que Inspira 6/8/24

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Mujer Que Inspira
Saturday, 06/08/2024-, 02:00 pm-05:00 pm
Libe like Bella Park
29305 Illinois Rd,
Homestead, Florida, 33033
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Spanish event-
Celebrate the power and inspiration of women at our
Woman Who Inspires event
Listen to inspiring talks from leading women in various fields.
Participate in our raffles and contests with exciting prizes.
Enjoy interactive activities and lots of fun for all ages.
It’s a day dedicated to celebrating the power and greatness of women. Come and be part of this incredible experience.

Homeless Artists To Display Their Work at ArtServe 5/16/24

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Homeless Artists To Display Their Work at ArtServe
Thursday, 05/16/2024-, 06:00 pm-09:00 pm
ArtServe
1350 East Sunrise Boulevard,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33304
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Cost: Free

To Seek Better Community Understanding, the May 16 Event Will Immerse Attendees in the Tough Realities of Being Unhoused

Experiencing firsthand what it’s like to be homeless in Broward County will be the focus of a Thursday, May 16, 2024 ArtServe event called “Voices from the Street.”

As attendees enter ArtServe through a mobile showering unit from Showering Love and food provided by Hope South Florida, they will be immersed into the desperate world of life on the streets as they make their way inside to see an exhibit exclusively featuring various of art and prose created by unhoused adults and children.

All drawings, paintings, sculptures, poems and essays on display will be for sale, with the artist receiving 100 percent of the proceeds and the opportunity to win various gift card prizes.

“With Florida law having changed substantially this year in regard to homelessness, it’s critically important to bring attention to this issue,” ArtServe CEO Jason Hughes said. “Talent persists irrespective of one’s lack of housing. Displaying these folks’ artwork is a way to give them the dignity of recognition when they spend so many days feeling unseen.”

“Voices From the Street” will also feature a panel of artists and others sharing their firsthand experiences of being formerly homeless and how they became that way. With the goal of creating more empathy and understanding for the unhoused, panelists will also discuss what can be done to mitigate and prevent the problem.

ArtServe inspires, supports and advances its diverse members, artists and community by promoting artistic development, education and prosperity through the exploration and presentation of the visual and performing arts.

About ArtServe

Named a “Top-Rated Nonprofit” by GreatNonprofits, the leading provider of user reviews of charities and nonprofits, Fort Lauderdale-based ArtServe is an award-winning arts incubator that is advancing the arts for social good as a creative laboratory and hub for experimental artists committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Now in its 35th year, ArtServe has won several awards for innovation in the arts and is supported in part by the Broward County Board of County Commissioners as recommended by the Broward Cultural Council and Florida’s Department of State and the Division of Cultural Affairs. Each year, ArtServe programs contribute tangibly to the region’s economy, helping 2,000+ artists sell their work, build businesses and engage the community. To do that, ArtServe secures financial support through donations, sponsorships and memberships.

Diversetech Launch and Pitch Showcase 4/17/24

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Diversetech Launch and Pitch Showcase
Wednesday, 04/17/2024-, 05:00 pm-08:00 pm
Miramar Cultural Center
2400 Civic Center Place,
Miramar, Florida, 33025
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Cost: Free

The DiverseTech event is an interactive evening of networking and highlighting the multiple ways that NNSA/DOE has supported our thriving ecosystem in South Florida with goals to expand regionally and internationally. Jahleel Hudson from NNSA will be our Keynote speaker and Sandia National Labs will speak about partnership opportunities.

An Evening with Zibby Owens & Alexandra Wilkis Wilson 3/27/24

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An Evening with Zibby Owens & Alexandra Wilkis Wilson
Wednesday, 03/27/2024-, 07:00 pm-08:00 pm
Books & Books
265 Aragon Ave,
Coral Gables, Florida, 33134
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Books & Books presents…
AN EVENING WITH ZIBBY OWENS
in conversation with
Alexandra Wilkis Wilson
discussing
Blank: A Novel
(Little A)
Wednesday, March 27th, 7:00 PM | Books & Books, Coral Gables
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Books & Books is proud to present an evening with Zibby Owens for her novel: Blank (Little A). She will be in conversation with Alexandra Wilkis Wilson.
***Please note: This event will take place at the Books & Books in Coral Gables at 265 Aragon Ave. Tickets include a copy of BLANK, which will be handed out upon entry to the event.
About the Book:
A wife, mother, and frustrated writer faces an impossible deadline for turning her life around in a hilarious debut novel about family, friendship, success, and exhilarating self-(re)discovery.
Pippa Jones is a fortyish former literary sensation who fears she will be a one-hit wonder. After the follow-up book she was almost done writing, Podlusters, had to be tossed (it ended up sharing a plot and title with superstar author Ella Rankin’s summer blockbuster!), she couldn’t write a thing. Months of staring at a blank page made her confidence vanish like a one-night stand. When she finds out that she has only five days left to finish (or rather, start) or repay an advance she’s already spent, Pippa has a brilliantly original idea. Okay, fine, her twelve-year-old son came up with it as a joke, but Pippa and her teenage daughter approved.
Pippa’s not only going to make a bold statement, but she’ll change the book world while she’s at it! Can she pull it off? At this point, she doesn’t have a choice.
When Pippa’s publisher gets intimately involved, it unlocks a series of plot twists she never saw coming. From the courtyards of posh Beverly Hills hotels and Malibu mega-mansions to Brentwood and Santa Monica bookstores, Pippa races against time—in her used Volvo—and discovers more about her career, marriage, family, friends, and herself than she ever could have dreamed up.
⭑“Leave it to Zibby Owens to write a novel about a lovable woman single-handedly disrupting the publishing industry. Blank explores marriage, parenting, friendship, and the competitive high jinks of the book trade with the perfect amount of wit and light-touch humor.I devoured this book in a single sitting.”—Annabel Monaghan, Nora Goes Off Script and Same Time Next Summer
⭑“Zibby Owens is a tremendous champion for writers, and it’s thrilling to see her own storytelling shine in this smart debut novel about marriage, motherhood, and finding your purpose. Blank is a romp through the publishing world and a delightful gift to book lovers.”—Carley Fortune, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Meet Me at the Lakeand Every Summer
 
About the Author:
ZIBBY OWENS—like Pippa—wears a lot of hats. She is the award-winning podcast host of Moms Don’t Have Time to Read Books; founder and CEO of Zibby Media, which includes the publishing house, Zibby Books, online content site, Zibby Mag, Zibby’s Book Club, retreats, classes, events, and podcasts; and owner of Zibby’s Bookshop, an independent bookstore in Santa Monica. Her previous books include Bookends: A Memoir of Love, Loss, and Literature, Princess Charming, and two anthologies that she edited. Most of all, she is the mother of four pretty fabulous kids ages 9 to 16—and wife to Kyle.
About the Moderator:
Alexandra Wilkis Wilson is an American entrepreneur and investor who co-founded the companies the Gilt Groupe, GlamSquad, and Fitz. She is currently co-founder and Managing Partner at Clerisy, a consumer-focused growth equity fund.

Kislak Talks José Bedia and Carol Damian: The Collection and the Collector 4/17/24

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Kislak Talks José Bedia and Carol Damian: The Collection and the Collector
Wednesday, 04/17/2024-, 06:30 pm-07:30 pm
MDC's Koubek Center Theatre
2705 SW 3rd St,
Miami, Florida, 33135
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Cost: Free

Indigenous and Afro-diasporic spiritual systems have long interested internationally acclaimed artist José Bedia, who avidly collects ritualistic and ceremonial art. Bedia has traveled extensively to research and expand his knowledge of the people and the places where this art is created.

Bedia and Carol Damian, Curator of the Kislak Center, discuss how collecting and collections enhance our world view, both historically and in the present. Examining a selection of works from the Jay I. Kislak Collection at MDC and the artist’s own collection, Bedia and Damian explore the significance of these fascinating objects to our cultural history.

One of Miami’s most prominent artists, Jose Bedia was born in Havana, Cuba, and was one of the pioneering group of young artists in the groundbreaking 1981 exhibition Volumen 1, which helped spark a transformation of the Cuban cultural scene. His deep interest in indigenous American and Afro-Transatlantic cultures have led to both anthropological study and personal engagement with the religious beliefs of “La Regla Kongo” (in which he was initiated in 1983), the “Regla de Ocha,” and the Leopard Society of Abakuas. Fascinated by the African roots of American culture, Bedia has traveled widely in Africa and Latin America. His work has been exhibited around the world, including in the biennials of Havana, São Paulo, Venice, and Beijing, and is included in the collections of the Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes de Cuba; The Museum of Modern Art, New York; The Metropolitan Museum of Art; Whitney Museum of American Art; Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum; Tate; Smithsonian American Art Museum; the Daros Collection; Institut Valencià d’Art Modern; Centro Atlántico de Arte Moderno; Museum of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles; and the Pérez Art Museum Miami.

Dr. Carol Damian is an art historian, former Professor of Art History in the School of Art and Art History at Florida International University, and former Director and Chief Curator of the Patricia and Phillip Frost Art Museum at FIU. She has contributed to numerous publications and lectures frequently on Latin American and Caribbean art, and the local art scene. She is currently Curator of the Kislak Center, part of the Miami Dade College Special Collections, housed at the Freedom Tower; and of the Chapel of La Merced Colonial Collection at Corpus Christi in Miami.

Kislak Center programs are made possible with the support of the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade County Mayor and Board of County Commissioners. They are sponsored in part by the State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Arts and Culture, the Florida Council on Arts and Culture, and the National Endowment for the Arts. The Miami Herald is a media sponsor of Kislak Center programming.

Miami Dade College is an equal access/ equal opportunity institution which does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, marital status, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran’s status, ethnicity, pregnancy, sexual orientation, or genetic information. To obtain additional information about the College’s equal access and equal opportunity policies, procedures, and practices, please contact the College’s Equity Officer: Cindy Lau Evans, Director, Office of Equal Opportunity Programs and ADA Coordinator at (305) 237-2577 (Voice) or 711 (Relay Service). 11011 SW 104 St., Room 1102-01; Miami, FL 33176. EquityOff@mdc.edu

Image: Offering Vessel in the Form of a Bat (detail), Taíno, circa 900–1500 CE
Greenstone, 4 x 13 x 8 ½ inches (10.2 x 33 x 21.6 cm)
Jay I. Kislak Collection of the Early Americas, Exploration and Navigation

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Artist Talks on Zoom aka BackChat 4/25/24, 6/20/24, 8/22/24

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Thursday, 04/25/2024-08/22/2024, 07:00 pm-08:00 pm

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Engage with the Luminaries of Diaspora through Art and Dialogue

Searching for a space where art, culture, and powerful conversations converge? Look no further than the Diaspora Vibe Cultural Arts Incubator’s February Back-Chat!

Join us in the illuminating online series – Back-Chat from Diaspora Vibe Cultural Arts Incubator. Back-Chat is your portal to a world where diasporic narratives and experiences are shared and celebrated. Whether you are an artist, a scholar, or simply someone who appreciates the depth of cultural expression, this event is crafted just for you.

Imagine an evening spent absorbed in the rich tapestry of diasporic life, hearing first-hand from visionaries. Through their lenses, we will explore the critical ‘spaces of in-between’ – those realms that exist beyond borders and the traditional constraints of culture and creativity.

Don’t miss out on this transformative experience. Reserve your virtual seat now.

Aleeza Ben Shalom, The Jewish Matchmaker 3/6/24

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Aleeza Ben Shalom, The Jewish Matchmaker
Wednesday, 03/06/2024-, 07:00 pm-
The Hub
5950 N. Kendall Drive,
Pinecrest, Florida, 33156
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Cost: $36-$180

The Hub at Temple Beth Am is set to host a captivating evening with Aleeza Ben Shalom, the acclaimed global dating coach and star of Netflix’s “Jewish Matchmaking.” This special event, taking place on Wednesday, March 6 at 7 p.m., offers an exclusive opportunity to hear Ben Shalom share insights from her life story, provide expert dating advice and conduct a live matchmaking session.

General Admission tickets are $36 and include a dessert reception; VIP tickets are $65 and include dessert reception and photo opp with Ben Shalom; the Premium Package is $180 and includes dessert reception and a pre-show meet and greet with Ben Shalom, Tickets may be purchased online at The Hub.

“Aleeza Ben Shalom’s presence at The Hub marks a landmark event for us, blending the art of matchmaking with engaging, interactive sessions that promise an unforgettable experience,” says Ellen Rusconi, The Hub’s executive director. “We’re thrilled to welcome ‘The Jewish Matchmaker’ to our venue, anticipating an evening filled with laughter, learning and the unique opportunity for personal connections, making it a perfect gathering for friends and the community alike.”

Ben Shalom will start the evening telling the audience about her personal life and how she became a matchmaker along with a live Q&A session by Temple Beth Am’s Rabbi, Jaime Aklepi. Ben Shalom will conclude the evening by choosing two women and two men from the audience to participate in a live matchmaking session. Following the event, guests will be welcomed to a dessert reception sponsored by Hadassah.

Ben Shalom is the founder of Marriage Minded Mentor, an esteemed platform connecting singles worldwide with expert dating coaches. She is also a Netflix sensation as the host of the popular Netflix show, “Jewish Matchmaking,” which reaches millions of viewers across 130 countries and has been translated into 37 languages. Ben Shalom’s mission is to empower singles and assist them in achieving meaningful relationships. Ben Shalom’s insightful relationship advice has been sought after by prestigious outlets such as BBC World News, NPR, Rolling Stone, People & Women’s Health.

To learn more about Aleeza Ben Shalom or to buy her new book, visit https://marriagemindedmentor.com/

CauseCamp (Spring Break) 4/1/24

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CauseCamp (Spring Break)
Monday, 04/01/2024-04/05/2024, 09:00 am-04:00 pm
St. Brendan High School
2950 SW 87th Ave,
Miami, Florida, 33165
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Cost: $495/week

CauseCamp Empowers Kids to be More Eco-Friendly
Registration Now Open for Spring Break

After a successful first season of Summer camps in 2023, Blue Missions, the non-profit in charge, was encouraged by parents and students alike to offer a similar eco-friendly action camp for Spring Break 2024. Camps in South Florida are a dime a dozen, but CauseCamp happens to be the only one that combines water-related adventures, ecological activities, carnival day, and community service hours.

If there is a 6th, 7th, or 8th grader in your life who enjoys the outdoors and active learning, then CauseCamp is for them. This eco activity and service camp will put students on action-packed, eye-opening field trips, offer interactive lessons, connect them with inspiring speakers, and take them snorkeling to a Coral Reef Restoration project, to name a few.

At CauseCamp, students can expect to kayak during a Mangrove cleanup and take part in an Everglades slog, which will allow them to explore the off-trail areas of the park and learn about its ecosystem. They’ll even have a floating classroom on Biscayne Bay to help students understand the worth of water and the urgent need to protect it. “Exposing our youth to sustainability projects empowers them to be knowledgeable, responsible, and active citizens of our community. We want to inspire our youth to find their drop and take action for a water-secure future” said Leslie Ramos, Chief Experience Officer at Blue Missions Group.

Offering four days of field trips and one day of carnival fun, CauseCamp promises to have a good mix of activities that students can enjoy while immersing themselves in nature, exploring new places, and making new friends.

WHEN:
April 1 – 5, 2025 / 9 AM – 4 PM

WHERE:
St. Brendan High School, 2950 SW 87th Ave, Miami, FL 33165

PRICE:
$495/week includes snacks, lunch, two t-shirts, and all field trips.
Registration required at https://www.bluemissions.org/causecamps

ADVENTURES AND ACTIVITIES INCLUDE:
• Outdoor Activities
• Marine Research
• Habitat Restoration
• Wildlife Conservation
• Sustainable Farming
• Energy Innovation
• Purpose Reflections

ABOUT BLUE MISSIONS GROUP:
BLUE Missions is a 501c3 non-profit organization with headquarters in Miami, Florida, and Santiago, Dominican Republic dedicated to connecting rural communities to clean water. 100% of public donations go directly to projects. BLUE Missions ensures sustainable access to clean water and sanitation while cultivating a generation of global citizens through reflection, education, and service-driven travel. For more information, visit https://www.bluemissions.org/.

Mindfest: AI, Mind and Society 2/1/24, 2/2/24

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Mindfest: AI, Mind and Society
Thursday, 02/01/2024-02/02/2024, 09:00 am-05:00 pm
Florida Atlantic University
777 Glades Road,
Boca Raton, Florida, 33432
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Cost: $65 to $90

Join us for the latest thinking on AI, the nature of mind, and the future of intelligence! Keynote speakers include Hartmut Neven (Director, Google’s Quantum AI Lab), Scott Aaronson (OpenAI/Univ. of Texas), David Chalmers (NYU), Michael Lynch (UConn), Susan Schneider (FAU) and Sara Walker (Univ. of AZ, Beyond Center). Please see the program for precise times and additional details: https://www.fau.edu/future-mind/mindfest/

Free to students with ID

Empowering Change: South Florida People of Color and Broward State Attorney’s Office to Host Community Discussion on Prosecutor Transparency in South Florida 1/25/24

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Empowering Change: South Florida People of Color and Broward State Attorney’s Office to Host Community Discussion on Prosecutor Transparency in South Florida
Thursday, 01/25/2024-, 06:00 pm-08:00 pm
African American Research Library and Cultural Center(AARLCC)
2650 Sistrunk Blvd,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33311
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Cost: Free

The South Florida People of Color (SFPoC) and the Broward State Attorney’s Office is set to host a groundbreaking Community Discussion unveiling the Prosecutorial Performance Indicators (PPI) Dashboard and race report. Scheduled for Thursday, January 25, 2024, from 6 pm to 8 pm at Broward County’s African American Research Library and Cultural Center(AARLCC), 2650 Sistrunk Blvd, Fort Lauderdale FL 33311, this event marks a significant step towards fostering transparency and accountability within South Florida’s criminal justice system. The event is in collaboration with Florida International University, The Prosecutorial Performance Indicators, South Florida People of Color and the African American Research Library and Cultural Center.

“We are thrilled to present this forum to our community,” said Broward County State Attorney Harold F. Pryor. “This event underscores our commitment to transparency and our eagerness to involve the community in shaping the future of justice in South Florida.”

The Community Discussion aims to engage community members from Miami, Broward, and Palm Beach counties in a dialogue surrounding the release of Broward County’s prosecutorial online dashboard. Attendees will gain firsthand knowledge of the initiatives shaping prosecutorial practices, empowering them to advocate for change using data-backed evidence. Furthermore, participants will have the opportunity to influence and encourage State Attorneys in Miami and Palm Beach to adopt similar transparency measures.

Red Rooster Overtown Celebrates Hip-Hop 50TH ANNIVERSARY with Jarobi White from a Tride Called Quest and more 12/10/23

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Red Rooster Overtown Celebrates Hip-Hop 50TH ANNIVERSARY with Jarobi White from a Tride Called Quest and more
Sunday, 12/10/2023-, 03:00 pm-10:00 pm
Red Rooster Overtown
920 NW 2nd Ave,,
Miami, Florida, 33136
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Cost: free

Red Rooster Overtown, the acclaimed Overtown restaurant presented by Marcus Samuelsson, Derek Fleming & Michael Simkins will be hosting a Hip-Hop 50th Anniversary celebration and panel discussion sponsored by Uncle Nearest on Sunday, December 10. The event will be held at The Pool Hall atop Red Rooster. Doors 3pm (with a DJ cipha early) and the panel begins at 5pm. Attendees can expect complimentary light bites as they delve into the evolution and impact of hip-hop with industry luminaries over the past five decades. Panelists will include Hip-Hop legends Jarobi White (A Tribe Called Quest) K Foxx (99Jamz) DJ EFN (Drink Champs) DJ Nasty305 (99 Jamz), and a surprise special guest. The panel will be moderated by DJ TilleryJames (The DJ Collective) and C. Isaiah Small II (Miami Herald). This is a free event, admission based on capacity.

AT&T Untold Stories: Diversifying the Narrative Panel 12/7/23

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AT&T Untold Stories: Diversifying the Narrative Panel
Thursday, 12/07/2023-, 01:30 pm-02:30 pm
Miami Beach Botanical Garden
2000 Convention Center Drive,
Miami Beach, Florida, 33139
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Cost: Free

A conversation between two AT&T Presents: Untold Stories directors who share the same goals: reaching wide audiences with their first feature films and introducing the world to unseen and nuanced perspectives. Directors will share insights on their artistic processes – from idea inception through production and an ultimate festival premiere. As one director (Nardeep Khurmi, LAND OF GOLD) is seeing their work premiere for global audiences, the other (David Fortune, COLOR BOOK) is preparing for pre-production. They will share their successes, insights, and creative questions for each other.

A portion of the conversation will be spent introducing the audience to the AT&T Presents: Untold Stories program, providing context and advice for creating an application and pitch worthy of a million-dollar prize.

Artist’s Roundtable: Sarah Farsh 12/15/23

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Artist’s Roundtable: Sarah Farsh
Friday, 12/15/2023-, 12:30 pm-01:30 pm
NSU Art Museum
One East Las Olas Boulevard,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301
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Cost: Artists’ roundtables are free to members and included with museum admission for non-members

Join us at NSU Art Museum for an intimate conversation with Global Art Director of Whole Foods Market, Sarah Farsh, in our Artist’s Roundtable Series. This intimate conversation will center around Farsh’s practice of implementing Artificial Intelligence as a resource in project ideation and design work streams. Join the conversation and ask your questions regarding AI and creativity. RSVP today to save your seat.

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Create A Signature Perfume
Saturday, 11/11/2023-01/21/2024, 03:00 pm-05:00 pm
Work & Co.
2915 Biscayne Blvd,
Miami, Florida, 33137
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Cost: 69.00

Introducing the ultimate Miami perfume-making workshop! Come unleash your creativity and make your very own signature scent!

We are relocating and the last day to attend a Miami workshop is January 21st!

Did you know that the average person spends over $1,000 on perfume per year? With our workshop, you can save a significant amount of money on designer fragrances and create a scent that is personalized just for you.

Led by an expert perfumer, you’ll be guided through the process of selecting the perfect ingredients to create a scent that is uniquely yours. You’ll learn about the different fragrance notes and how to combine them to create the perfect balance.

This is the perfect activity for friends, a birthday celebration, a bachelorette activity, a date or to treat yourself to a fun & educational experience.

Psychedelic Series Panel: Psychedelia Media – Changing Perception 11/8/23

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Psychedelic Series Panel: Psychedelia Media – Changing Perception
Wednesday, 11/08/2023-, 07:00 pm-08:30 pm
Soho Beach House Miami
4385 Collins Ave.,
Miami Beach, Florida, 33140
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In continuation of its nearly three-year collaboration with Soho Houses worldwide, Iter Investments presents a Psychedelic Series panel at Soho Beach House Miami on Wednesday, Nov. 8 at 7 p.m. The Psychedelic Series features experts in the psychedelics space including CEOs, doctors, lawyers, and celebrities. For this month’s exploration of the future of psychedelics, the Psychedelic Series panel will discuss the ways media and marketing are shifting the messaging, look and feel for a new generation.

Panelists include Angelique Green, former Starbucks marketing lead and founder and CEO of The Mighty Shed; Sam Baum, former Red Bull Director of Marketing, advocate and visionary behind the Psychedelic Series; and Dustin Robinson, Esq., CPA, managing principal of Iter Investments, co-founder of Mr. Psychedelic Law, founding partner of Mr. Cannabis Law, and co-founder of Nucleus.

This event is private and open for Soho House members, press, and VIP guests.

About Iter Investments:
Iter Investments is an investment firm that deploys capital in and around the burgeoning psychedelic industry. Iter Investments invests with the mission of re-imagining how the mental health and wellness industry delivers care. For more information, visit www.iterinvestments.com or email contact@iterinvestments.com.

About Neuly
Neuly is a leading psychedelics data platform that provides researchers and drug developers with access to a comprehensive dataset of psychedelics research. Neuly’s platform includes a variety of features to help researchers and drug developers save time and improve the efficiency of their work. For more information visit www.neuly.com.

About Psychedelic Invest:
Psychedelic Invest is a resource equipping investors with reports and insights spanning the growing industry of plant, entheogenic and psychoactive medicines. For more information, visit www.psychedelicinvest.com.

About The Mighty Shed
The Mighty Shed is an independent cultural foresight, strategy and innovation partner to ambitious companies looking to maximize their growth potential. The Mighty Shed helps clients achieve the short-term wins that drive long-term growth by using informed imagination to spark their next strategic growth opportunities and deliver brand innovation. For more information, visit themightyshed.com/.

Scholl Lecture Series: Gary Simmons in Conversation with Jadine Collingwood, René Morales, and Franklin Sirmans 12/12/23

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Scholl Lecture Series: Gary Simmons in Conversation with Jadine Collingwood, René Morales, and Franklin Sirmans
Tuesday, 12/12/2023-, 02:00 pm-04:00 pm
Pérez Art Museum Miami
1103 Biscayne Blvd,
Miami, Florida, 33132
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Cost: Admission is $16 for adults and free for PAMM members. Space is limited and seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Kick off the opening of Gary Simmons: Public Enemy, and Miami Art Week, with a conversation between artist Gary Simmons and exhibition curators Jadine Collingwood, René Morales, and Franklin Sirmans.

Drawing on Discovery 11/17/23

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Drawing on Discovery
Friday, 11/17/2023-, 06:00 pm-07:00 pm

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Cost: free to attend / $10 suggested donation

The artist Juan Sebastian Restrepo (also known as Zeb) will be leading an online workshop over the origins of one and two point perspective. They will also go in-depth over the devices used to achieve such vantage points among other important terms and concepts.

Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced artist, this drawing workshop is perfect for anyone looking to unleash their creativity. Drawing on Discovery workshops aim to free you from any creative blocks and invite you to tap into your real Self by connecting with others.

At collaboARTive, you’ll find a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere that fosters creativity and collaboration. Get ready to immerse yourself in a world of art and connect with fellow art enthusiasts. All levels of ability are welcome.

Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to learn from Zeb and take your drawing skills to the next level!

National Bar Association: 34th Annual Wiley A. Branton Symposium: A Community Forum On Voting Rights And The Threat To Democracy 10/28/23

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National Bar Association: 34th Annual Wiley A. Branton Symposium: A Community Forum On Voting Rights And The Threat To Democracy
Saturday, 10/28/2023-, 02:00 pm-06:00 pm
Overtown Performing Arts Center
1074 NW 3rd Ave,
Miami, Florida, 33136
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The National Bar Association will host its 34th Annual Wiley A. Branton Symposium in Miami, Florida on October 26-29, 2023. In addition to a slate of seminars and national speakers, the symposium will feature a voting rights forum on Saturday, October 28th from 2:00-6:00 p.m. at the historic Overtown Performing Arts Center. Local participants will engage in discussions intended to register and mobilize voters, and educate voters on impending threats to democracy from recent voter suppression legislation in Florida.

“Money Talks: Sharing Strategies for Success” 11/8/23

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“Money Talks: Sharing Strategies for Success”
Wednesday, 11/08/2023-11/08/2023, 03:30 pm-06:00 pm
Top Golf
11850 NW 22nd St,
Doral, Florida, 33182
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Cost: Free

“Money Talks: Sharing Strategies for Success” Financial Seminar, presented by The FICPA and The Business Law Section of the Florida Bar, is taking place on November 8 at Top Golf in Doral.
· Connect with other CPAs and lawyers, gain insights from seasoned experts about financial security, explore the latest financial trends to excel in your career and enjoy an afternoon of camaraderie and golf.
• Seminar Topics include:
o Budgeting and Investing Best Practices
o Cryptocurrency
o Student Loan Forgiveness
o Q & A Session
• The event will include a roundtable discussion with financial experts and lawyers from the South Florida community.
• Speakers include:
o Stuart Rohatiner, Partner at Gerson Preston
o Shirley Palumbo, Senior Bankruptcy Counsel for NextEra Energy Resources
o Raina Shipman, Associate Attorney at Carlton Fields
o Maria Yip, Founder and Managing Partner of Yip Associates

Wednesday, November 8, 2023
3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. – CPE/CLE Seminar
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. – Cocktail Hour and Networking
6:00 p.m. – Attendees can play golf for a fee

DETAILS: This event is Free.
To register, please visit: https://form.jotform.com/232394700830149

Protecting Paradise Ensuring Your Condo’s Future Amidst Rising Insurance Rates and Coverage Requirements 10/12/23

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Protecting Paradise Ensuring Your Condo’s Future Amidst Rising Insurance Rates and Coverage Requirements
Thursday, 10/12/2023-, 12:00 pm-01:00 pm

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Eisinger Law Firm, in partnership with Castle Group and the Insurance Office of America, will hold a webinar that discusses how to ensure your investment property is secure during uncertain times due to rising insurance rates and coverage requirements.

Dog Days of Summer: Business Ready 9/22/23

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Dog Days of Summer: Business Ready
Friday, 09/22/2023-, 12:00 pm-02:00 pm
Girls' Club on the River
330 SW 2nd ST Ste. 102,
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, 33312
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Cost: Free

As an artist, designer, writer, curator, or other creative, the management of your practice may benefit as a formal business entity – the most common are LLCs and 501c3 nonprofits. This session looks at the differences, advantages and disadvantages of running an art business as a Limited Liability Corporation, LLC, or a 501c3 Nonprofit Corporation with Girls’ Club director Sarah Michelle Rupert and Founder, CEO, & Managing Partner of Shraybman Law Jessica Shraybman.

Register on the event link.

Deep Dives for Special Collections – Art for the People 9/14/2023

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Deep Dives for Special Collections – Art for the People
Thursday, 09/14/2023-, 01:00 pm-02:30 pm

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Cost: Free

ART FOR THE PEOPLE

A History of Illustration Techniques in Books and Popular Media

presented by
Robin Potter Nolasco

September 14, 2023
1 p.m. (EDT)

Join us as we showcase notable materials from the department of Special Collections that were once printed to be distributed widely, such as popular books, children’s primers, broadsides and pamphlets, and posters and advertisements.

Special Collections Librarian Robin Potter Nolasco will discuss the history of illustration printing techniques and their many uses to make and reproduce images. Robin will also explore the ways images were used alongside texts to influence, entertain, and inspire the public.

Dog Days of Summer: Business Ready 9/22/23

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Dog Days of Summer: Business Ready
Friday, 09/22/2023-, 12:00 pm-02:00 pm
Girls' Club on the River
330 SW 2nd ST Ste. 102,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33312
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Cost: Free

As an artist, designer, writer, curator, or other creative, the management of your practice may benefit as a formal business entity – the most common are LLCs and 501c3 nonprofits. This session looks at the differences, advantages and disadvantages of running an art business as a Limited Liability Corporation, LLC, or a 501c3 Nonprofit Corporation with Girls’ Club director Sarah Michelle Rupert and Founder, CEO, & Managing Partner of Shraybman Law Jessica Shraybman.

LaSirène’s Mirror: Reflections of Sustained Resistance through Art and Vodou 9/30/23

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LaSirène’s Mirror: Reflections of Sustained Resistance through Art and Vodou
Saturday, 09/30/2023-, 03:00 pm-04:00 pm
NSU Art Museum
One East Las Olas Boulevard,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301
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Cost: Free

Since its inception, Haiti, the second free republic in the Americas, has grappled with enduring misconceptions about its people and the role of Vodou. Haitian artists have been pivotal in visually capturing the cultural interpretations of Vodou, using artistic imagery to document the essence and significance of the tradition’s resistance to colonization. Rooted in Vodou, Haitian inhabitants have preserved an epistemology of liberation through visual depictions—a legacy continued by artists today. LaSirène, the cosmic embodiment of the goddess spirit, and Lwa of the sea serve as a symbol of water, beauty, and fierce sacred healing, having witnessed the middle passage.

This presentation explores LaSirène, particularly within the context of the water Lwa spirits featured in NSU Art Museum’s Cosmic Mirrors exhibition. It also investigates Western depictions of Haiti, revealing distortions that have obscured the nation’s rich cultural fabric. With a focus on Haitian culture’s preservation, the presentation underscores Vodou’s enduring role as a bastion of spiritual expression and resistance against attempts to undermine its importance. Through this exploration, the presentation highlights the intertwined narratives of LaSirène and the water Lwa spirits, unveiling their profound ties to Haiti’s ongoing struggle for identity, autonomy, and cultural preservation. By delving into the role of art in preserving tradition and conveying resistance, the narrative of Haiti’s history is recontextualized, empowering its people to reclaim their stories from misrepresentation.

Pre-registration required.

Broward Center Hosts Free Open House for Fall Classes 8/26/23

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Broward Center Hosts Free Open House for Fall Classes
Saturday, 08/26/2023-, 10:00 am-02:00 pm
Broward Center for the Performing Arts
201 SW 5th Avenue,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33312
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Cost: Free

Guests can tour the education center facilities, observe or sample a class, meet the teaching artists, win prizes, register to win a free fall class and enjoy family-friendly activities and light refreshments.

The Broward Center’s singing, dance, improv and acting classes are for kids, teens and adults and includes a class for those with physical and intellectual disabilities. Classes are designed to encourage artistic expression and teach theater skills in a supportive and inclusive environment.

The open house schedule and complete class listing are available at BrowardCenter.org/Classes. First time registrants will receive a discount at Open House. Classes begin September 11 and most continue for 10 weeks. Classes are limited in size and tailored to the appropriate age and skill levels from beginner to the more advanced student. All class fees include complimentary parking. Online class registration is fast and easy, and those who purchase a second class can enjoy a 10 percent discount on any additional class.

Please RSVP to attend the open house at registrar@browardcenter.org. The Rose Miniaci Arts Education Center is on the Broward Center for the Performing Arts campus located in the Riverwalk Arts & Entertainment District at 201 SW Fifth Avenue in Fort Lauderdale.

Oolite Arts Presents AI and the Arts: A Masterclass 8/23/23

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Oolite Arts Presents AI and the Arts: A Masterclass
Wednesday, 08/23/2023-, 03:00 pm-05:00 pm
Oolite Arts
7297 NW 2nd Avenue,
Miami, Illinois, 33150
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Cost: Free

Led by artists Fabiola Larios and Moises Sanabria, this masterclass will explore the rapidly-evolving landscape of AI and what it means for the future of art and artists. As practitioners who have been experimenting with AI in their own work over the past 6+ years, Larios and Sanabria will cover the technology’s history and development, its potential for artistic expression as well as the ethical considerations that surround it. In addition, the artists will showcase an array of AI tools such as Artbreeder, DALLE, Midjourney, Kaiber, Runway, and ChatGPT. This masterclass will be conducted in both English and Spanish. 3 to 5 p.m. Aug. 23, 2003; 7297 NW 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33150 | www.oolitearts.org | 305-674-8278 event is free!

Free Discussion at ArtServe “Painting Our Minds” on Art and Mental Health 6/1/23

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Free Discussion at ArtServe “Painting Our Minds” on Art and Mental Health
Thursday, 06/01/2023-, 07:00 pm-09:00 pm
ArtServe
1350 East Sunrise Boulevard,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33304
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Cost: Free

ArtServe and World AIDS Museum and Educational Center Host Discussion Thurs., June 1

When talk therapy is off the table because strong emotions make mentioning “that which is better left unsaid” too daunting, some turn to the creative arts to help them release their feelings and manage their mental health.

On Thursday, June 1, ArtServe joins the World AIDS Museum and Educational Center to present a panel discussion called “Painting Our Minds” on how artistry and self-expression can often heal, inspire and elevate well-being.

Featuring ArtServe protégé and artist Niki Lopez together with Licensed Mental Health Counselor Klifton S. Fehr as guest panelists, the two-hour event takes place at The Our Fund Foundation Hall at ArtServe in Fort Lauderdale from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Admission is free.

To register, click here.

“I call it the ‘Elephant in the Room,’” Lopez said. In fact, she created “What’s Your Elephant,” a program that creates a safe space for people to dialogue and bring awareness to the unspoken through art. It includes visual and performing arts, interactive arts, creative community building, hands-on projects, workshops and events.

Fehr, who has dedicated himself to helping those suffering with severe and persistent mental illness, serial incarcerations, substance use disorders and other mental health concerns, particularly enjoys helping young people build their self-esteem, enhance their levels of empathy, increase their collaborative abilities and improve their capacity to set healthy boundaries.

The event includes free food and beverages, along with live entertainment and a “spoken word” oral poetry presentation by Rebecca Butterfly Vaughns.

Along with collaboration by ArtServe and the World AIDS Museum and Educational Center, the event is made possible by support from Broward Cultural Division and The Our Fund Foundation.

Sponsored by MyPsychiatrist.com and Broward Health, ArtServe’s mental health-themed art exhibit currently runs through Fri., June 16, 2023, and is open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday. ArtServe is located at 1350 E. Sunrise Boulevard in Fort Lauderdale.

ArtServe inspires, supports and advances its diverse members, artists and community by promoting artistic development, education and prosperity through the exploration and presentation of the visual and performing arts.

About ArtServe

Named a “2020 Top-Rated Nonprofit” by GreatNonprofits, the leading provider of user reviews of charities and nonprofits, Fort Lauderdale-based ArtServe is an award-winning arts incubator that is advancing the arts for social good as a creative laboratory and hub for experimental artists committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Now in its 35th year, ArtServe has won several awards for innovation in the arts and is supported in part by the Broward County Board of County Commissioners as recommended by the Broward Cultural Council and Florida’s Department of State and the Division of Cultural Affairs. Each year, ArtServe programs contribute tangibly to the region’s economy, helping 2,000+ artists sell their work, build businesses and engage the community. To do that, ArtServe secures financial support through donations, sponsorships and memberships.

AIRIE Asks with Gal Nissim 5/29/23

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AIRIE Asks with Gal Nissim
Monday, 05/29/2023-, 04:00 pm-06:00 pm
Ernest F. Coe Visitors center in the Everglades National Park
40001 State Hwy 9336,
Homestead, Florida, 33034
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Cost: Free

Join us for a special AIRIE Asks with our May Fellow, Gal Nissim, hosted by our Residency Coordinator and 2022 AIRIE Fellow, Arsimmer McCoy.

The talk will be held at the AIRIE Nest Gallery in the Ernest F. Coe Visitors center in the Everglades National Park. Refreshments will be provided.

Gal Nissim is an Israel-born, New York-based, interdisciplinary artist and researcher who investigates human-animal interactions. Nissim’s work has been exhibited at the New Museum, Tel Aviv Museum of Art, Time Square, Pioneer Works, Central Park, New York Hall of Science, Artport Tel Aviv in Public Space, Science Gallery Detroit, GStreamer Conference (Berlin), among others. More about Gal.

Arsimmer McCoy, AIRIE Residency Coordinator, is a Miami Gardens, Florida-based storyteller, collaborative artist, educator, and cultural worker, who has been dedicated to these disciplines for over a decade. She has performed worldwide alongside artists of multiple disciplines and considers it her obligation to bring back the knowledge and stories to her students in South Florida. More about Arsimmer.

Artists in Residence in Everglades (AIRIE) is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit operating in Everglades National Park and the Greater Miami Area. AIRIE supports a paid month-long immersive residency for artists in the park to explore the intersection of arts and the environment. In addition, AIRIE provides its own gallery space, organizes local events, and fosters community with a diverse team engaged in the Miami art scene.

How to Make Government Work for You | Forum led by Innovation Refunds and the Small Business Administration Office of Advocacy 5/17/23

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How to Make Government Work for You | Forum led by Innovation Refunds and the Small Business Administration Office of Advocacy
Wednesday, 05/17/2023-, 03:00 pm-
Wells Fargo Center
333 SE 2nd Ave,
Miami, Florida, 33131
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Cost: $0

Just in time for Small Business Month, Innovation Refunds is teaming up with the Small Business Administration Office of Advocacy on May 17th for the first of its series of forum discussions geared towards small business owners looking to grow in 2023 and beyond.

The event will bring together top business leaders, government officials and economic experts who will take part in a roundtable discussion to answer questions live.

SoFlo Boat Show 5/19/23, 5/20/23, 5/21/23

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SoFlo Boat Show
Friday, 05/19/2023-05/21/2023, 12:00 pm-08:00 pm
Miami Marine Stadium
3501 Rickenbacker Causeway,
Miami, Florida, 33149
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Cost: Starts at $29

New SoFlo Boat Show is Making Waves in Miami

Premiere Boating & Marine Lifestyle Event Launches
at Miami Marine Stadium This May

The SoFlo Boat Show is excited to announce its grand debut at the historic Miami Marine Stadium from May 19-21, 2023. This inaugural event will bring together a boating style of living and marine enthusiasts from around Florida and abroad for an unforgettable weekend of nautical excitement, shopping, networking, and entertainment.

The SoFlo Boat Show is the ultimate destination for the boating way of life, offering an unparalleled showcase of the finest marine vessels, equipment, and accessories. Attendees will have the opportunity to explore a wide range of boats, from cruisers to high-performance fishing boats, all set against the stunning backdrop of the Miami skyline. In addition to showcasing a variety of vessels, both on land and in water, one of the features of the show will be the sea trial dock for those looking to test the many featured boats on the water. Boat manufacturers already confirmed to participate include Yellowfin, Invincible, SeaVee, Boston Whaler, Pursuit, Albemarle, Tiara, Seahunter, Pathfinder, Blackfin, Hurricane, Cobia, and Sea Hunt, to name a few. The show will also feature all boating parts and accessories, across engines, electronics, fishing equipment, diving gear, and more. Organizers are taking an innovative approach to boost sales by offering 100 gallons of Shoreline Marine Fuel to anyone who buys a boat during the show, and an opportunity to win an Icon golf cart to anyone who buys a SoFlo Boat Show ticket.

“We are thrilled to launch the SoFlo Boat Show, the premiere boating lifestyle event in Miami that celebrates our shared passion for the nautical way of life,” said Tony Albelo, CEO of EngageLive. “Miami Marine Stadium is the perfect venue to host this spectacular showcase, and we cannot wait to welcome boating fans to join us for this experience”, Albelo added.
In addition to the impressive display of marine crafts and accessories, the SoFlo Boat Show will feature engaging seminars and workshops led by industry experts, as well as live music, gourmet food, and a wide array of activities for the whole family. Attendees will also have the chance to network with industry professionals and fellow boat lovers, making this a must-attend event for anyone passionate about boating. The organizers are committed to making this an experience that caters to both boating aficionados and newcomers. Featured experiences of the show will include:

• In-Water Displays – With boats in every shape, size, and style, and as a precursor to the summer season, exhibitors will be looking to close out deals with last-minute specials to move inventory before the Summer.
• The Sea Trial Dock – Will have a selection of boats available to run throughout the entire weekend for those wanting to test-drive on the water.
• El Mar Pavilion – Will feature boats, watercraft, electronics, accessories, fishing products, apparel, and anything and everything nautical. All this, under the comfort of air-conditioning.
• Nautical Art & Décor – Boaters enjoy being surrounded by nautical-themed art and décor; it’s a reminder of where we live, work, and play, and the show will have a selection of nautically themed art exhibitors from around the country.
• Commemorative Poster – Carey Chen has been commissioned to create the very first limited-edition collectible poster. Chen is a genuine master of his craft, gaining worldwide attention for his unparalleled portraits of life at sea. The incredible blend of colors and exquisite detail are the trademark of each Carey Chen masterpiece, which has catapulted him to the forefront of the marine art industry.
• Fishing Fun Zone – Not only can you see and buy the latest and greatest in fishing, but the interactive Fishing Fun Zone will host seminars, workshops, and engaging experiences for anglers of all ages.
• The Center Consoles Only VIP Experience – When patrons of the CCO VIP Experience arrive at the show, they’ll be shuttled by private Icon golf carts right to the front gates of the show. Inside the show, they’ll have access to the exclusive CCO Experience Lounge with an open bar, and private seating – all in air-conditioned comfort!
• The Ship’s Wheel & The Galley – What would a waterfront boat show be without an iconic bar and food selection? The team behind the Ship’s Wheel, a 360-degree bar, will keep those drinks coming. Meanwhile, The Galley will feature food from South Florida’s top restaurants and vendors including a full raw bar.
• Soundings Live Music Stage – The Marine Stadium has a long history of showcasing some of the biggest names in music. The Soundings Stage will feature live music every day and when the sun goes down, the nightly Headliner Concert begins making it the perfect ending to a blissful boating day.

SoFlo Boat Show’s Focus on the Environment & Boating Safety

As Miami natives and big advocates of preserving the environment and boating safety, the show organizers are committed to supporting both causes by implementing these initial efforts:

Environment – The Show has committed to operating sustainably during the operation of the event and as such, has engaged marine environment experts to ensure responsible show production. In addition to targeting on-land and in-water efforts, SoFlo will have a strict no Styrofoam policy, as well as restrict the use of plastics.

Boating Safety – Every year, the industry and our local community experiences avoidable accidents, injuries, and loss of life. As lifelong boaters, the SoFlo founders and organizers have committed to making a positive influence on boating safety, including partnering with and supporting local boating safety foundations in the community that are pushing for education and awareness of boating responsibly. In subsequent years, the show’s commitment to boating safety will expand, including the development and introduction of new and inventive boating safety programs.

WHERE:
Miami Marine Stadium, 3501 Rickenbacker Causeway, Miami, FL 33149

WHEN:
Friday, May 19: 12 pm – 8 pm
Saturday, May 20: 10 am-8 pm
Sunday, May 21: 10 am – 7 pm

TICKETS:
Visit www.SoFloBoatShow.com for options and to purchase tickets; they start at $29.

Parking/Shuttles:
Parking is available on-site at Virginia Key with a complimentary shuttle service. VIP parking is also available. Parking passes start at $10 and are available online.

Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce Membership Council Workshop 4/11/23

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Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce Membership Council Workshop
Tuesday, 04/11/2023-, 06:30 pm-08:00 pm
Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce
512 NE 3rd Avenue,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301
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Cost: $10 future members; $25 Members

The Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce will present “The Top 4 Ways to Generate Leads in Your Business Despite the Economic Times,” a Membership Council workshop and program that will help expand business potential. The series features guest speakers sharing their journeys to success and offers Chamber opportunities for business growth.

The featured speaker for this program is Kelly Roach, international best-selling author, Top 20 podcast host, and philanthropist who has been featured on ABC, NBC, Fox and in Forbes. She’s also the recipient of the Stevie® Awards Woman of the Year, TITAN CEO of the Year and Inc.’s Best in Business award.

Light bites and beverages will be provided by sponsor Red Chair Catering. This event is also sponsored by biz. The Business Advisory.

Required registration is $10 for future members and $25 for members at www.ftlchamber.com/MembershipCouncil.

For more information, contact Maureen Miller at (954) 462-2570 or email maureen@ftlchamber.com.

Open Enrollment for Spring Break Theater Camp at the Broward Center 3/10/23 – 3/19/23

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Open Enrollment for Spring Break Theater Camp at the Broward Center
Friday, 03/10/2023-03/19/2023, 12:00 am-11:59 pm
Broward Center for the Performing Arts
201 SW 5th Ave.,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33312
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Cost: Varies by age group and schedule

Spring Break Theater Camp 2023 at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts returns for five days of singing, dancing, acting and performances at the Rose Miniaci Arts Education Center this spring break, March 20-24.

The camp culminates in a live performance of Hooray for Hollywood! on a professional stage at the Broward Center under the direction of The Performance Project School of the Arts’ Executive Director Nina Felice, who shares hands-on experience in musical theater, acting, dance, voice and technical production with students from different ages and experience.

Camps are divided into age-appropriate groups for grades 2 – 5 (Group A), grades 6 – 8 (Group B) and grades 9 -12 (Teen Program, Group C). Campers in the Teen Program earn volunteer hours by helping the younger campers in the morning. Afterwards, they receive coaching on a song and/or monologue in the afternoon which they perform on the final day. This program is especially helpful for teens who are preparing for competitions and auditions.

All three camps are held from Monday, March 20 through Friday, March 24 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Tuition is $295 for Groups A and B and $150 for Group C. Early camp hours are available from 8 – 9 a.m. for $35; after camp hours are available from 4 – 6 p.m. for $65.

Three ways to register:

Registration for Summer Camp is available online at BrowardCenter.org/spring-break-theater-camp, by phone at 954-468-2689 or by emailing registrar@browardcenter.org. Online registration closes at noon on Friday before the camp’s start date. After online registration closes, applicants must register in person at the check in location. Spots are not guaranteed and are limited. An additional fee of $50 will apply to all walk ups.

American Academy to Host Virtual Webinar “Communicate with Confidence – Techniques for Students with Learning Differences” 3/28/23

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American Academy to Host Virtual Webinar “Communicate with Confidence – Techniques for Students with Learning Differences”
Tuesday, 03/28/2023-, 07:00 pm-09:00 pm
Website
Cost: Free

American Academy, a program within American Heritage Schools, is pleased to host “Communicate with Confidence – Techniques for Students with Learning Differences,” a virtual event via Zoom on Tuesday, March 28 at 7 p.m. EST. This event is part of American Academy’s monthly speaker series, “Experts in Learning Differences.” Hosted by Alexandra Rollins, admissions director of the American Academy Program, the expert speaker for the March event is Eric J. Nach, Ph.D., M.Ed., A.S.D.C., founder and president of the Support for Students Growth.

Before, during and after college, what are the skills young adults with learning differences need in the twenty-first century? The answer is soft skills, also known as communication, time management, organizational and social skills, all of which are vital to student success in college and beyond. Join Dr. Nach, a top developmental and behavioral specialist in the enhancement of student growth and college life skills, who will explain how parents and professionals can identify underdeveloped soft skills and take proactive measures to help students gain greater levels of social and perceptual skills and boost self-confidence to thrive in college and in life.

Dr. Nach is the founder and president of the Support for Students Growth Center located in Boca Raton, Florida. He began his career as a “milieu therapist,” before spending 18 years as a special education department chairperson and teacher with the Palm Beach County school district. Dr. Nach earned a Ph.D., focusing on his dissertation titled “Instructional Use of Research-Based Interventions for Students with an Autism Spectrum Disorder.” He is also a nationwide speaker who has presented full-day professional (CEU) workshops in nearly a hundred cities to professionals in the field. Dr. Nach addresses topics such as the perceptional, social, behavioral and transitioning needs of students with learning, developmental and perceptual differences and has over three decades of experience counseling, teaching and coaching children, teens, young adults and their families.

The speaker series is streamed live virtually and all previous episodes are available for viewing at any time. The purpose of the speaker series is to educate families about topics that relate to mild learning differences and are relevant today. All of the speakers are experts in the various disciplines of each topic.
The American Academy’s goal is to provide families with a place to ask questions and strengthen their knowledge about how to ensure the success of their child.

For more information about the speaker series, please visit: https://www.ah-americanacademy.com/speaker-series

To reserve a spot, please visit: https://ahschool.info/AASeries

Limited spots are available for this free, online, and live event.

American Heritage Schools’ Summer Programs Open House 4/19/23

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American Heritage Schools’ Summer Programs Open House
Wednesday, 04/19/2023-, 06:30 pm-09:30 pm
Virtual
12200 W Broward Blvd,
Plantation, Florida, 33325
Website
Cost: Free

The prestigious American Heritage Schools, the top-ranked PK3 through 12 college preparatory schools, are pleased to announce that its summer programs, including Day Camp and Summer Institute, will be offered in-person or online during Summer 2023. The summer programs will run for nine weeks starting June 12 through August 11, 2023.

Summer Camp Programs:
American Heritage Schools’ summer camp programs are designed for children ages 3-14. In addition to Day Camp, specialty camps vary by campus, and include Robotics, Art, Science, Musical Theatre, Video Production and Sports camps. Each camper enjoys age-appropriate activities supervised by American Heritage Schools’ highly qualified staff.

Cabins for ages 3-5 are co-ed, while ages 6-13 have separate cabins for boys and girls. All cabins, which are classrooms during the school year, are air conditioned and campers take pride in decorating them to reflect the cabin’s theme.

To expand the number of recreational activities available to campers ages 8-13, age-appropriate field trips are scheduled. Bus transportation is provided by C & L Bus Company, which is owned and operated by American Heritage Schools, and all drivers are properly licensed and screened. All field trips are supervised by Off-Campus Directors as well as an appropriate number of counselors. Prior to starting camp, campers will receive a schedule of activities.

The summer camps are directed by state-certified teachers and college or high school students who have been carefully screened by American Heritage Schools. Many of the counselors are students or alumni of the school or have been campers or Counselors In Training (CITs) for a number of years. They are well-trained in safety and camp policies.

For more information or to sign up, please visit: https://ahsummerprograms.com/pages/day-camp

Summer Institute:
The American Heritage Summer Institute is a summer educational program that offers over 120 enrichment and reinforcement courses (three-week sessions or weekly seminars), specifically designed with student interest and engagement in mind, to students from PK3 through 12th grade. Most of the classes are offered live online and/or in person at one of American Heritage Schools’ two 40-acre campuses. The Broward Campus is located in Plantation, Florida, and the Palm Beach Campus is located in Delray Beach, Florida.

American Heritage Schools’ course offerings are often viewed as the gold standard in college-preparatory education and the Summer Institute continues that standard. High school course offerings include advanced test prep, honors and AP level research work, as well as unique pre-professional programs for those interested in future careers in medicine, law, or business entrepreneurship.

The Summer Institute also offers a wide variety of enrichment and reinforcement programs for Junior High School (grades 6-8) and Lower School (Pre-K 3 to 5th grade) students as well as one-on-one tutoring options for those looking to enhance their skills and build confidence as we head into the new school year.

The American Heritage Summer Institute features top-notch instructors, all of whom are degreed and certified professionals in their fields.

For more information or to sign up, please visit: https://ahsummerprograms.com/pages/summer-institute

For more information and to reserve a spot, please visit https://ahsummerprograms.com or contact 1-888-490-7467 or e-mail summeronlineinquiry@ahschool.com.

Ahead of the summer programs, American Heritage Schools’ will host virtual open houses on three different dates. The Summer Programs Open House dates and registration links are as follows:

• March 8, 2023
o 6:30 p.m. ET – Grades PK-8 – https://ahschool.info/3-8-23PK-8OH
o 7:15 p.m. ET – Grades 9-12 – https://ahschool.info/3-8-23_9-12OH

• April 19, 2023
o 6:30 p.m. ET – Grades PK-8 – https://ahschool.info/4-19-23_PK-8OH
o 7:15 p.m. ET – Grades 9-12 – https://ahschool.info/4-19-23_9-12OH

• May 24, 2023
o 6:30 p.m. ET – Grades PK-8 – https://ahschool.info/5-24-23PK-8OH
o 7:15 p.m. ET – Grades 9-12 – https://ahschool.info/5-24-23_9-12OH

Summer Day Camp prices vary per program and start at $590 per week.

Summer Institute three-week courses start at $1,190 per session.
Summer Institute weekly seminars start at $450 per week.

Mana Fashion Services Presents Pantone Color Trends 2023 Seminar 2/23/23

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Mana Fashion Services Presents Pantone Color Trends 2023 Seminar
Thursday, 02/23/2023-, 05:00 pm-08:00 pm
Ocho Blanco
21 SE 1st Ave, Miami, FL, 33131,
Miami, Florida, 33131
RSVP / Register
Cost: 0

Mana Fashion Services Presents Pantone Color Trends 2023 Seminar

Color Trend Presentation followed by a Cocktail Hour

Join Mana Fashion Services and Tannese Williams of the Pantone Color Institute for a presentation on Color Trends for Autumn/Winter 23-24 on Thursday, February 23rd, from 5pm to 8pm, where guests will learn about NYFW colors and how to apply them. This event is free and open to the public.

Following the seminar, guests can enjoy a cocktail hour and networking session. Attendees will have the chance to connect with fellow industry professionals, exchange ideas, and make new contacts.

RSVP at https://fashion.manacommon.com/rsvp/

American Academy to Host Virtual Webinar “Navigating the College Search for Students Who Learn Differently” 2/21/23

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American Academy to Host Virtual Webinar “Navigating the College Search for Students Who Learn Differently”
Tuesday, 02/21/2023-, 07:00 pm-08:00 pm
Website
Cost: Free

American Academy, a program within American Heritage Schools, is pleased to host “Navigating the College Search for Students Who Learn Differently,” a virtual event via Zoom on Tuesday, Feb. 21 at 7 p.m. EST. This event is part of American Academy’s monthly speaker series, “Experts in Learning Differences.” Hosted by Alexandra Rollins, admissions director of the American Academy Program, the expert speaker for the February event is Ferne Bork, assistant director of admissions and training coordinator at Landmark College.

The college journey is an exciting time in the lives of students and their families. It can also be incredibly stressful, especially for those children with learning differences. Are they choosing the right college? What questions should they be asking? What level of support do they need? In this episode of “Experts in Learning Differences,” a top college admissions specialist will share details about how parents can gain the knowledge and tools to effectively assess their child’s needs, evaluate the colleges they explore, and successfully prepare for the transition.

Bork is an assistant director of admissions and training coordinator for Landmark College, a four-year liberal arts college in Putney, Vermont, devoted exclusively to students who learn differently. Bork developed a deep connection to Landmark while her son, Aaron, was pursuing his associate degree there. Aaron’s personal experience with the challenges neurodivergent students face in secondary and post-secondary education inspired Bork to create a webinar titled, “Navigating the College Search for Students Who Learn Differently,” which she has presented at countless schools, organizations, and conferences across the country.

“Students who learn differently are apt to compare themselves often and unfavorably to their neurotypical peers, as though they aren’t as intelligent or as capable. Nothing could be farther from the truth,” said Bork. “The fact is they can flourish and contribute in ways that traditional learners may not when they learn to leverage their gifts to meet their challenges. This takes the right setting and the right support.”

The speaker series is streamed live virtually and all previous episodes are available for viewing at any time. The purpose of the speaker series is to educate families about topics that relate to mild learning differences and are relevant today. All of the speakers are experts in the various disciplines of each topic. The American Academy’s goal is to provide families with a place to ask questions and strengthen their knowledge about how to ensure the success of their child.

For more information about the speaker series, please visit: https://www.ah-americanacademy.com/speaker-series

To reserve a spot, please visit: https://ahschool.info/AASeries

Limited spots are available for this free, online, and live event.

O Cinema presents Awake & Aware 2/26/23

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O Cinema presents Awake & Aware
Sunday, 02/26/2023-, 11:00 am-01:00 pm
O Cinema
1130 Washington Avenue,
Miami Beach, Florida, 33139
Website
Cost: $10-$27

O Cinema presents its next Awake & Aware event with a special brunch and screening of the documentary, “The Quest for Sleep,” featuring several celebrity athletes and a retired-lieutenant general whose struggles with sleep threaten to unravel their waking lives. The film also includes interviews with sleep and medical experts. Be sure to stick around for Yoga Nidra meditation taught by Anamargaret Sanchez. The event will be held at 11 a.m. on Sunday, February 26. Tickets range from $20-$27 with brunch and $10-$12 without brunch.https://www.o-cinema.org/awake-and-aware/

O Cinema is located at 1130 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139 | 305-807-7304

Mana Fashion Services Presents a Fashion Industry Happy Hour and Panel Discussion 1/26/23

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Mana Fashion Services Presents a Fashion Industry Happy Hour and Panel Discussion
Thursday, 01/26/2023-, 05:00 pm-08:00 pm
Float at YOTEL Miami
227 NE 2nd St.,
Miami, Florida, 33132
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Cost: free

Meet and Network with the Fashion Community in Miami! Mana Fashion Services is happy to announce the year’s first Happy Hour at Float YOTEL Miami. The event will feature a discussion on “How to Pitch the Media” with Venice Magazine’s Editor in Chief, Jenny Starr Perez, and Emmy Award-Winning Television Producer, Eric Rodriguez.
The event will feature complimentary bites and signature cocktails, sponsored by Ume. RSVP now http://manafashion.com/rsvp

FREE Webinar – Special Assessments 101: Things You Should Know 1/19/23

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FREE Webinar – Special Assessments 101: Things You Should Know
Thursday, 01/19/2023-, 12:00 pm-01:00 pm

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Cost: free

This special event is a webinar series called the “The Florida Condo Education Initiative”. The Education Initiative is a partnership between the Division of Condominiums, Timeshares and Mobile Homes’, Office of the Florida Condominium Ombudsman, and the Condominium and Planned Development Committee of The Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Section of The Florida Bar.

Annual Stanley and Pearl Goodman Latin American Art Lecture 1/17/23

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Annual Stanley and Pearl Goodman Latin American Art Lecture
Tuesday, 01/17/2023-, 06:00 pm-09:00 pm
NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale
1 E Las Olas Boulevard,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301
Website
Cost: Free for members; $15 for non-members

“The Latin American Art Market from 1970 to Today” presented by Axel Stein.

Get an insider’s look at the origins and phenomenal growth of the Latin American art market from one of its key authorities. With a career spanning over 40 years that includes his experience at Museo de Bellas Artes and Fundacion Mendoza, both in Caracas, Venezuela, and 28 years at Sotheby’s where he was Director of the Latin American Art Department, Stein has played an essential role in the development of the field of Latin American. In 2018 he established the art advisory Axel Stein Fine Arts, which helps clients to catalogue and value their collections and advises them about upcoming opportunities in all fields of 20th century arts with a special attention to Latin American Modern Art.
This annual series is named for Fort Lauderdale collectors Dr. Stanley and Pearl Goodman whose distinguished Latin American art collection is a promised gift to NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale.

RSVP required

American Academy to Host Virtual Webinar “How to Build Confidence in Students with Learning Disorders” 1/24/22

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American Academy to Host Virtual Webinar “How to Build Confidence in Students with Learning Disorders”
Tuesday, 01/24/2023-, 07:00 pm-08:00 pm
Virtual
12200 W Broward Blvd,
Plantation, Florida, 33325
Website
Cost: Free

American Academy, a program within American Heritage Schools, is pleased to host “How to Build Confidence in Students with Learning Disorders,” a virtual event via Zoom on Tuesday, Jan. 24 at 7 p.m. EST. This event is part of American Academy’s monthly speaker series, “Experts in Learning Differences.” Hosted by Alexandra Rollins, admissions director of the American Academy Program, the expert speakers for the January event are Ashley Freiman, Psy.D., Evan Mehlman, Psy.D. and Ryan Strosser, Psy.D.

Many children and adolescents struggle academically, some to the point that they are diagnosed with a learning disorder. This can have a profound impact on a student’s confidence and overall mental health depending on when the learning disorder was first diagnosed and the type of assistance that was provided. Yet, they can have similar success as their peers. One way we can level the playing field is by helping them push through their fears and develop confidence in themselves. In this episode of “Experts in Learning Differences,” three well-known practitioners with extensive experience using evidence-based treatments will provide useful techniques to help increase self-esteem in children and adolescents, improve communication skills and develop confidence in their abilities.

Dr. Freiman has over a decade of experience and treats patients throughout the lifespan of children, adolescents, adults and older adults. She uses a person-centered approach to collaborate with her clients and is skilled in cognitive behavior therapy, mindfulness and reminiscence therapies.

Dr. Mehlman is a licensed clinical psychologist and has extensive experience using evidence-based treatment methods to address a range of conditions, including OCD, anxiety, depression, selective mutism and Tourette’s disorder. He provides psychological, psychoeducational and neuroeducational testing for learning disabilities, giftedness, emotional/psychological conditions, ADHD and autism spectrum disorders.

Dr. Strosser specializes in helping individuals who have experienced recent and past trauma and is passionate about social justice. Dr. Strosser has traveled to Guyana, South America, several times in the past year where he currently is working to establish mental health support for various groups, including medical students, hospital staff and providers, police and faith communities.

“Our mission is to help children and adolescents take control of their lives, face their fears and learn to navigate uncertainty with confidence,” said Dr. Mehlman. “We strive to provide a caring and compassionate atmosphere and create healthier minds and happier individuals throughout our community.”

The speaker series is streamed live virtually and all previous episodes are available for viewing at any time. The purpose of the speaker series is to educate families about topics that relate to mild learning differences and are relevant today. All of the speakers are experts in the various disciplines of each topic. The American Academy’s goal is to provide families with a place to ask questions and strengthen their knowledge about how to ensure the success of their child.

For more information about the speaker series, please visit: ah-americanacademy.com/s…

To reserve a spot, please visit: ahschool.info/AASeries

Limited spots are available for this free, online, and live event.

World-Renowned Mathematics Professor and Coach to Speak at American Heritage Schools 12/17/22

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World-Renowned Mathematics Professor and Coach to Speak at American Heritage Schools
Saturday, 12/17/2022-, 12:30 pm-01:30 pm
American Heritage Schools
12200 W Broward Blvd,
Plantation, Florida, 33325
Website
Cost: Free

American Heritage Schools is pleased to once again welcome internationally-acclaimed mathematics professor, coach, and entrepreneur Dr. Po-Shen Loh to its Broward campus on Saturday, December 17, in conjunction with the 2022 American Heritage Math Invitational for Middle Schools.
During the invitational at American Heritage Schools, the top-ranked school in the nation in mathematics, middle school mathletes from Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties will compete in two 60-minute tests consisting of material from pre-algebra through geometry, followed by a meet-and-greet with Dr. Loh. Dr. Loh will also host a guest lecture that is open to parents and students throughout the South Florida community.
“It is such a great opportunity for students to hear Dr. Loh speak,” says Dr. Radleigh Santos, American Heritage Schools Competitive Mathematics Head Coach and MIT Graduate. “He is one of the preeminent mathematics coaches and communicators in the world, and it is an honor to host him at our competition.”
Graduating top in his class at California Institute of Technology, Dr. Loh earned his doctorate in mathematics from Princeton University. He has been a math professor at Carnegie Mellon University since 2010. As an academic, he has earned distinctions ranging from an International Mathematical Olympiad silver medal to the United States Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers. As an educator, Dr. Loh was the coach of Carnegie Mellon University’s math team when it achieved its first-ever No. 1 rank among all North American universities and the coach of the USA Math Olympiad team when it achieved its first-ever back-to-back No. 1-rank victories in 2015 and 2016, and then again in 2018 and 2019.
He uses math to devise new solutions to real-world problems and has appeared in national and international newspapers for several discoveries. Dr. Loh runs a program that guides high school math stars to develop extraordinary communication and performance skills while teaching middle and elementary schoolers how to invent their own ways to think about math. He is both a social entrepreneur and a YouTuber with over 17 million views.
“In his speeches, Professor Po-Shen Loh provides an invaluable look into how math can be used to create and implement world-changing ideas,” said Jesse Brodtman, a high school junior at American Heritage Schools. ‘It was at his speech at the American Heritage Palm Beach FAMAT Invitational where I learned about his program for high-schoolers: LIVE. Through my participation in this program, I have been taught to think in new ways, learned to better express my ideas, met an amazing community, and spread my love for mathematics; all while having the time of my life.”
With exceptional representation at the 2022 Mu Alpha Theta National Math Competition, the prestigious American Heritage Schools’ Broward campus is ranked as the No. 1 private school math team in the Nation and the Palm Beach campus as the No. 2 private school math team for the 12thconsecutive year. American Heritage Schools is an independent, non-sectarian, co-educational, college preparatory school in South Florida serving grades Pre-K3 to 12.
Each year, American Heritage Schools offers a limited number of 50% and 100% 4-year tuition scholarships to rising 9th grade students. In addition to performing well on the scholarship exam, qualified candidates are at the top of their class, taking high school classes while in junior high, passionate about their extra-curricular activities, leaders in and out of the classroom, and model citizens in middle school. More information about the scholarship program is here: https://bit.ly/3ElLxYh
The public is invited to attend a guest lecture by Dr. Loh in-person from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. to discuss the topic, “Using Math to Invent in Real Life.”
Anyone interested in attending Dr. Loh’s lecture on December 17 or registering a child to compete in the middle school math competition, please visit: https://bit.ly/3UQLpav
For more information, visit https://bit.ly/3XfoO9g

Exchange for Change Virtual Info Session 12/29/22

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Exchange for Change Virtual Info Session
Tuesday, 11/29/2022-, 12:00 pm-12:45 pm
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Cost: Free

E4C teaches writing classes in South Florida prisons to students who are incarcerated. Learn how you can:

Facilitate a class/Volunteer/Intern

Attend our next virtual info session to learn more.

Meet FAU Professor & LGBT Historian Dr. Fred Fejes at History Fort Lauderdale’s “Florida Scribes & Stories” 12/7/22

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Meet FAU Professor & LGBT Historian Dr. Fred Fejes at History Fort Lauderdale’s “Florida Scribes & Stories”
Wednesday, 12/07/2022-, 06:30 pm-08:00 pm
Florida Atlantic University – Fort Lauderdale Campus
111 E Las Olas- Metro Lab – First Floor,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301
Website
Cost: Free

In honor of HIV/AIDS Awareness Month, History Fort Lauderdale, Stonewall National Museum & Archives, and Florida Atlantic University (FAU) will present “Queer by the Beach: The History of the Fort Lauderdale LBGT Community,” a conversation with Dr. Fred Fejes, professor emeritus at FAU, author and LBGT historian, on Wednesday, December 7, from 6:30 – 8 p.m., at FAU’s Downtown Campus (Metro Lab, First Floor, 111 E Las Olas, Fort Lauderdale). Fejes’ appearance is part of History Fort Lauderdale’s “Florida Scribes & Stories,” a free meet the author monthly series that offers literary and history enthusiasts a chance to speak with local authors, purchase their latest releases and have them signed.

Fejes will share historical accounts about the evolution of the gay community in South Florida and its struggle for equality and acceptance as part of his “Queer by the Beach: The History of the Fort Lauderdale LBGT Community” talk. He’ll touch upon the origins of the first “gay” bar, “Club Ha-Ha,” that opened in Broward county in 1935 and the long line of clubs that followed which used female impersonators and raunchy entertainment to attract those whose sexuality and gender was outside the mainstream.

Fred Fejes is a professor emeritus at Florida Atlantic University in the School of Communication and Media Studies. He received his PhD from the Institute of Communication Research, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and was a 2018-2019 Fulbright-Palacky University Distinguished Chair at Palacky University, Czech Republic. His research interests include Queer history, sexuality and the media and Queer space. He authored “Gay Rights and Moral Panic: The Origins of America’s Debate On Homosexuality” (Palgrave-MacMillan), an account of the 1977 campaign for LGBT rights in Dade County, Florida and its national impact. He is also author of numerous articles about the LGBT community and the media. He is currently working on a book about the history the LGBT community to be published by University Press of Florida.

Upcoming authors in the “Florida Scribes & Stories” series include Donn R. Colee, Jr. on January 17 and Mike McGinnis and Jeff Davies on February 11. Additional novelists and dates will be announced. Guests may RSVP at bit.ly/HFLFloridaScribesFejes2022. The program also will be available on Zoom and details are available by emailing fejes@fau.edu.

For more information about History Fort Lauderdale, please call (954) 463-4431 or visit historyfortlauderdale.org. Follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/ftlhistory, on Instagram @ftlhistory and on Twitter @FTLHistory. Subscribe to us on YouTube at youtube.com/user/FTLhistory.

The Taproom is the Classroom: Sign Up For Master Brewer Academy Today! 1/5/23

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The Taproom is the Classroom: Sign Up For Master Brewer Academy Today!
Thursday, 01/05/2023-, 12:00 pm-11:59 pm
EST.33
701 S Miami Ave, Unit 412A,
Miami, Florida, 33131
Website
Cost: 7950

Master Brewer Academy’s comprehensive full “Professional Brewer Training” program! Designed for those with a serious passion for brewing and are planning to make beer their career or start their own brewery. Founded and led by Director of Education Todd Space, MBA’s classroom is the taproom with curriculum taught inside South Florida’s most noteworthy breweries, including Est. 33 (where Todd is head brewer), Cerveceria La Tropical, The Tank Brewing Co., and Tarpon River Brewing, and taught by their respective head brewers. Classes will be held Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., and on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Students can enroll in the 11-month program for $7,950 (there is a 15% “pay in full” discount) and will receive a “Certificate of Completion” when all coursework and required internship hours are successfully completed. See modules below:

Module 1: The Science of Brewing – 4 topics
Module 2: Brewing Equipment and Technology – 3 topics
Module 3: Internship
Module 4: Advanced topics – 4 topics

Earn your Institute of Brewing and Distilling’s (IBD) General Certificate in Brewing! The MBA curriculum is designed for diverse learning styles emphasizes the need for hands-on practical instruction and balances the art and science of brewing.

The Gateway A Web3 Metropolis 11/19/22 – 12/3/22

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The Gateway A Web3 Metropolis
Sunday, 11/29/2022-12/03/2022, 12:00 pm-09:00 pm
Flagler District
169 E Flagler St,
Miami, Florida, 33131
Website
Cost: Free with RSVP

Over the course of 5 days, we’re taking over 12 buildings and 2 city blocks in Downtown Miami to unite the web3 community for a landmark experience unlike any other. Featuring leading artists, community partners, speakers, and performers, The Gateway: A Web3 Metropolis will form an unprecedented nucleus for creative empowerment as we embark upon an inspiring new chapter together.

Featuring immersive activations by:
9dcc
Adam Bomb Squad
Art Blocks
Christie’s
FaZe Clan
Instagram
MetaMask
Porsche
RTFKT
WME
& more to be announced!

Psychedelic Series Panel Featuring Dustin Robinson, Irina Vlada and Jeremy Abramson 11/21/22

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Psychedelic Series Panel Featuring Dustin Robinson, Irina Vlada and Jeremy Abramson
Monday, 11/21/2022-, 07:00 pm-
Soho Beach House Miami
4385 Collins Ave.,
Miami Beach, Florida, 33140
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Cost:

On Monday, November 21 at 7 p.m., Nucleus will present its monthly Psychedelic Series at Soho Beach House Miami. Moderated by psychedelics expert Dustin Robinson, Esq. CPA, panelists include Jeremy Abramson, founder of Microdosing Mastermind and chief energy officer and podcast host of Thrive University; and Irina Vlada, co-founder of Evolve, certified awareness coach, master yoga teacher, and psychedelic integration mentor. The panelists will discuss their expertise in psychedelics coaching.

The Psychedelic Series features experts in the psychedelics space including CEOs, doctors, lawyers and celebrities. The panel started at Soho Beach House Miami and expanded to locations throughout the country including New York, Chicago and California, as well as internationally in London. Past panelists include NBA champion Lamar Odom, Stanley Cup champion and Wesana CEO Daniel Carcillo, Psilera Bioscience CEO Chris Witowski, PhD, Silo Wellness CEO Douglas K. Gordon, and others.

Robinson is Founding Partner of Mr. Cannabis Law – a full service law firm focused on the cannabis and psychedelic industries; Co-Founder of Mr. Psychedelic Law – a non-profit focused on psychedelic legal reform; Managing Principal of Iter Investments – a venture capital firm deploying capital across the psychedelic ecosystem; and Co-Founder of Nucleus – a platform with various tools to help guide individuals on their mental health journey.

Abramson is one of the world’s most respected thought leaders and mindset coaches specializing in holistic wellness/plant medicines including psychedelics and microdosing. He coaches high-level entrepreneurs and athletes to optimize their flow state, creativity, and cognition. In 2022, Abramson founded the Microdosing Mastermind, where he has mentored over 100+ students on their microdosing journeys. His mission is to “make health and happiness viral” and he has built a global presence on social media sharing tips on mindset, mental health, and nutrition to his 1.5 million+ followers across TikTok, Instagram and his top-rated podcast, Thrive University.

Vlada’s personal story is a powerful narrative that blends international roots, world travel and unique experiences as well as adversity, addiction and new beginnings. As an awareness coach, her path is deeply rooted in the discovery and exploration of the authentic self and mindful practices. She is the co-founder of Evolve, the Wellness App for personal transformation via evolutionary modalities. Life experiences inspired Vlada to continue her education in addiction recovery and psychedelic integration to cultivate the connection and sense of unity for those who have been suffering from disconnection and isolation. Working in partnership with Mindbloom, a national ketamine telemedicine company out of New York, Vlada has seen over 150 clients in the last year who are embarking on ketamine medicine journeys for mental health purposes, and the success stories are overwhelming. Now she leads Psychedelic Integration Circles and Psychedelic Panel Discussions to raise awareness around the power of intentional use of psychedelic medicine.

The event is private and only open to Soho House members.

Free TPS Assisance 11/17/22

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Free TPS Assisance
Thursday, 11/17/2022-11/18/2022, 08:00 am-08:00 pm
The Office of New Americans
601 NW 1st Court #116,
Miami, Florida, 33136
Website
Cost: FREE

The Office of New Americans of Miami-Dade is hosting FREE monthly Virtual TPS Clinics for Venezuelan and Haitian community members. Get your questions answered and assistance with filing out your forms. Available in English, Spanish and Creole.

Temporary Protected Status (TPS) gives permission to live and work in the US for immigrants from specific countries deemed by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) as unsafe for them to return to. Even if you have asylum status pending or have Deferred Enforced Departure (DED) work authorization, we encourage you to apply for TPS.

These TPS Clinics are made possible with the support and partnership of Catholic Legal Services, Americans for Immigrant Justice, the American Immigration Lawyers Association, HIAS, Sant La Haitian Neighborhood Center, Florida Immigrant Coalition, ABA Commission on Immigration, Venezuelan American Alliance, Hispanic Unity of Florida, Family Action Network Movement (FAMN), the Venezuelan Embassy, Haitian Lawyers Association, Cameroon Advocacy Network, Haitian Bridge Alliance, Green Family Foundation, and Miami Worker Center.

About Office of New Americans of Miami-Dade
The Office of New Americans is a countywide initiative to raise awareness about the importance of citizenship. Its mission is to empower immigrants eligible for naturalization to become more civically and economically engaged in our communities by facilitating access to the resources they need to attain citizenship and to prosper.

Free TPS Assistance 11/3/22

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Free TPS Assistance
Thursday, 11/03/2022-11/04/2022, 08:00 am-08:00 pm
The Office of New Americans
601 NW 1st Court #116,
Miami, Florida, 33136
Website
Cost: FREE

The Office of New Americans of Miami-Dade is hosting a FREE Virtual TPS Clinic for Venezuelan community members. Get your questions answered and assistance with filing out your forms. Available in English and Spanish.

Temporary Protected Status (TPS) gives permission to live and work in the US for immigrants from specific countries deemed by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) as unsafe for them to return to. Even if you have asylum status pending or have Deferred Enforced Departure (DED) work authorization, we encourage you to apply for TPS.

This TPS Clinics are made possible with the support and partnership of Catholic Legal Services, Americans for Immigrant Justice, the American Immigration Lawyers Association, HIAS, Sant La Haitian Neighborhood Center, Florida Immigrant Coalition, ABA Commission on Immigration, Venezuelan American Alliance, Hispanic Unity of Florida, Family Action Network Movement (FAMN), the Venezuelan Embassy, Haitian Lawyers Association, Cameroon Advocacy Network, Haitian Bridge Alliance, Green Family Foundation, and Miami Worker Center.

About Office of New Americans of Miami-Dade
The Office of New Americans is a countywide initiative to raise awareness about the importance of citizenship. Its mission is to empower immigrants eligible for naturalization to become more civically and economically engaged in our communities by facilitating access to the resources they need to attain citizenship and to prosper.

American Academy to Host Virtual Webinar, “Learn How to Learn…for Children and Teens with Learning Differences,” Featuring Mira and Mark Halpert 11/15/22

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American Academy to Host Virtual Webinar, “Learn How to Learn…for Children and Teens with Learning Differences,” Featuring Mira and Mark Halpert
Tuesday, 11/15/2022-, 07:00 pm-08:00 am
Website
Cost: Free

American Academy, a program within American Heritage Schools, is pleased to host “Learn How to Learn…for Children and Teens with Learning Differences,” a virtual event via Zoom on Tuesday, Nov. 15 at 7 p.m. This event is part of American Academy’s monthly program, “Experts in Learning Differences” speaker series. Hosted by Alexandra Rollins, admissions director of the American Academy Program, the expert speakers for the November event are Mira Halpert, M.Ed., founder and president of 3D Learner, and Mark Halpert, MBA, RMT, director of 3D Learner.

Kids who learn differently often learn best when they see and experience information. Too often, educational testing focuses on what is wrong with the child and does not fully encompass their strengths. During this virtual event, Mira and Mark Halpert of 3D Learner will explain how to identify the child who learns differently, the importance of addressing his or her challenges, and the benefits of strength-based parenting and education. Viewers will also learn their strengths and challenges as caregivers, useful tips on parenting, and the value of collaboration with their child’s teachers and school.

Mira is a champion for kids who learn differently. Her father was a great musical conductor who was able to bring together a whole orchestra; Mira sees herself as an ‘educational conductor’ who brings together parents, teachers, schools, and outside professionals to help maximize children’s strengths, identify and address their weaknesses, and unleash their potential. Mira has a degree in Developmental Psychology and a master’s degree in education from the University of Michigan.

“When our daughter was told, ‘You are not college material,’ we asked her what she wanted to be when she grew up. She said, ‘The teacher I never had!!!’ It was at that moment I became a mom on a mission determined to help bright kids who learn differently learn how THEY learn best,” said Mira Halpert, founder and president of 3D Learner. “My passion is helping kids learn how to learn the way they learn and providing them with the opportunity to be all they can be.”

Mark co-authored with his wife, Mira, a best-selling book titled, “The 3D Learner: Transform Stress to Outrageous Success for Your Child.” He is the director of 3D Learner as well as a math coach and a parent advocate focused on helping children succeed by third grade. Mark also works with his son, Michael, to help student-athletes improve their academic and athletic skills and earn college scholarships, and he champions the effort to improve students’ SAT and ACT scores with a focus on teaching the way they learn best.

The speaker series is streamed live virtually and all Previous Episodes are available for viewing at any time. The purpose of the speaker series is to educate families about topics that relate to mild learning differences and are relevant today. All of the speakers are experts in the various disciplines of each topic. The American Academy’s goal is to provide families with a place to ask questions and strengthen their knowledge about how to ensure the success of their child.

For more information about the speaker series, please visit: https://www.ah-americanacademy.com/speaker-series

To reserve a spot, please visit: https://ahschool.info/AASeries

Limited spots are available for this free, online, and live event.

UNSIN Festival 2022 11/5/22

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UNSIN Festival 2022
Saturday, 11/05/2022-11/06/2022, 01:00 pm-03:00 am
Oasis Wynwood
2335 N Miami Ave,
Miami, Florida, 33127
Website
Cost: Free

Celebrate and learn from Miami’s international community of independent musicians as UNSIN Festival comes to Oasis Wynwood on Saturday, November 5. Featuring 2 stages, 18 live artists (with more TBA), 4 music panels and a vintage market, UNSIN is a space to discover talent and learn the business from music professionals. Our panelists will discuss production, releasing music, community-building in Miami and other topics, while artists from genres as diverse as dream pop, psychedelic funk, hip-hop, indie pop, EDM and of course reggaeton will take to the stage. Founded by Immigration Records, a label supporting immigrant artists in the United States, UNSIN is supported by Believe and Topo Chico.

The Yoga of Knowledge and Wisdom. Bhagavad Gita Chapter 7 10/27/22 – 10/30/22

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The Yoga of Knowledge and Wisdom. Bhagavad Gita Chapter 7
Thursday, 10/27/2022-10/30/2022, 06:45 pm-08:00 pm

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Cost: Free

Learn how ancient wisdom can make your life stress-free, productive and purposeful. From Bhagavad Gita, the Yoga of Knowledge and Wisdom.
Sunandaji is the daughter-disciple of Swami Parthasarathy, the 95 year-old celebrated author and Guru from India. She has been lecturing worldwide for over thirty years to outstanding responses, so don’t miss this opportunity!
Sunandaji has been studying and researching Vedanta, the ancient philosophy of India for over four decades. Her clear and powerful presentation of the Bhagavad Gita in contemporary thought has been acclaimed in India and abroad. Sunandaji has also addressed prestigious corporate organizations and universities worldwide on the practical application of Vedanta in daily life.
Sunandaji will explain how the ancient philosophy of Vedanta can help us become stress-free, productive and truly fulfilled. Vedanta is derived from two Sanskrit words– Veda: Wisdom and Anta: Ultimate, thus meaning the highest wisdom one can attain in life. Over four sessions, Sunandaji will teach verse by verse the chapter titled The Yoga of Knowledge and Wisdom from the Bhagavad Gita, an ancient Vedanta text that is profound yet practical for everyday living.
Each session will cover a different topic, so we recommend you attend all four sessions. If not all, try and make as many as you can!

LGBTQ+ National Coming Out Day Panel Discussion at ArtServe 10/11/22

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LGBTQ+ National Coming Out Day Panel Discussion at ArtServe
Tuesday, 10/11/2022-, 06:00 pm-07:30 pm
ArtServe
1350 East Sunrise Boulevard,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33304
Eventbrite
Cost: Free

ArtServe Hosts “Coming Out: Florida Style” To Support National Coming Out Day; LGBTQ+ Issues Discussion Panel Tues., Oct. 11

To spark important discussion and awareness of LGBTQ+ issues on National Coming Out Day, ArtServe will host a panel discussion together with the Stonewall National Museum and Archives and the World AIDS Museum and Educational Center on Tues., Oct. 11 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Moderated by ArtServe Executive Director Jason Hughes, the four-member panel will discuss recent developments in the civil rights arena particularly concerning issues like marriage equality and healthcare for trans children and their families.

“To show the national scope of support for LGBTQ+ rights, the Stonewall Museum has started the ‘Circle of Pride,’” Stonewall Executive Director Robert Kesten said. “Coming together will help our friends and families feel comfortable ‘coming out’ to join our community.”

In addition to Hughes, the panelists are:

• Jessmarie Gonzalez from Care Resource
• Aspen Schenker, a youth representative
• Paul Auerbach of Broward Sheriffs’ Office
• A representative from Equality Florida

The Oct. 11 panel discussion, which will also be livestreamed on facebook.com/ArtServeFlorida, is open to the public and free to attend.

ArtServe is located at 1350 E. Sunrise Boulevard in Fort Lauderdale. The Stonewall Museum and World AIDS Museum are headquartered inside of ArtServe.

“The best way to mitigate the fear of uncertainty about an issue is to create dialogue about it and hopefully connect with others,” said World AIDS Museum Executive Director Terry Dyer. “This panel discussion will motivate our LGBTQ+ community and our supporters to reach out to those who might be afraid.”

ArtServe inspires, supports and advances its diverse members, artists and community by promoting artistic development, education and prosperity through the exploration and presentation of the visual and performing arts.

About ArtServe

Named a “2020 Top-Rated Nonprofit” by GreatNonprofits, the leading provider of user reviews of charities and nonprofits, Fort Lauderdale-based ArtServe is an award-winning arts incubator that is advancing the arts for social good as a creative laboratory and hub for experimental artists committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Now in its 35th year, ArtServe has won several awards for innovation in the arts and is supported in part by the Broward County Board of County Commissioners as recommended by the Broward Cultural Council and Florida’s Department of State and the Division of Cultural Affairs. Each year, ArtServe programs contribute tangibly to the region’s economy, helping 2,000+ artists sell their work, build businesses and engage the community. To do that, ArtServe secures financial support through donations, sponsorships and memberships.

About the Stonewall National Museum and Archives

Recognized nationally as a leading, influential authority in the collection, preservation, and accessibility of American LGBTQ culture and history, the Stonewall National Museum & Archives is a safe, welcoming place that inspires and promotes understanding through sharing the proud culture of lesbian, gay, bisexual transgender and queer people of all stories, and their significant role in American society. A nonprofit organization, the Stonewall Museum presents an ongoing 12-month schedule of exhibitions on LGBTQ+ themes and public programs, including author presentations, films, panel discussions, and collaborative events at its museum and library in South Florida and in cities across the United States. For more information, visit stonewall-museum.org.

About the World AIDS Museum and Educational Center

Located in Fort Lauderdale, the World AIDS Museum and Educational Center (WAM) promotes dialogue that eliminates HIV/AIDS stigma through education, artistic expression and cultural programming. The WAM engages communities through online and gallery exhibits, discussion-based educational and arts programming that encourages connection on an emotional level. Since its inception, the WAM has reached more than 25,000 people through in-person museum visits, online cultural programming and prevention education workshops. For more information, visit worldaidsmuseum.org.

Meet Bryan Brooks at History Fort Lauderdale’s “Florida Scribes & Stories” Launch 10/13/22

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Meet Bryan Brooks at History Fort Lauderdale’s “Florida Scribes & Stories” Launch
Thursday, 10/13/2022-, 06:00 pm-08:00 pm
History Fort Lauderdale
231 SW Second Avenue,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301
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Cost: Free

History Fort Lauderdale, celebrating 60 years of stewardship of our community’s past by making our heritage accessible and engaging to residents and visitors, will present “Florida Scribes & Stories,” a free meet the author monthly series beginning Thursday, October 13, at 6 p.m. Literary and history enthusiasts are invited to speak with local authors, purchase their latest releases and have them signed at the New River Inn Museum of History.

The first installment of “Florida Scribes & Stories” will feature Bryan Brooks, author of “PALMETTOS AND SALTWATER: A Love Song for a Place that No Longer Exists, Old Ft Lauderdale.” This fictional story takes place in Fort Lauderdale in the middle of World War II. A decorated Naval officer returns home, now supposedly a disgraced coward, to find his city awash with racial strife, German submarines offshore and the girl he loved questioning his real purpose for returning. Brook is also the author of “Sea Wyfe, Gray Wolf and the Buckskin Coat: A sweeping tale of love and mystery, affecting people from different times and cultures, bound by a gray wolf who travels through time.”

Brooks lives in North Florida and is descended from ancestors that sprang from deep southern roots. Though much of his writing was influenced by a 30-year career in the Fort Lauderdale Police Department, much more of it flows from spending over three thousand hours of his life underwater. Passion for ocean waves slamming onto sandy beaches combined with a lifelong interest in American History helped him insert fictional characters into actual historical events, all while staying faithful to the spirit of the times.

Upcoming authors in the “Florida Scribes & Stories” include Christiana Lilly on November 7, Fred Fejes on December 7 and Donn R. Colee, Jr. in January 2023. Additional novelists and dates will be announced.

History Fort Lauderdale is proud to host a variety of engaging multicultural experiences, year-round. Permanent exhibits include “From Dugouts to Dream Yachts,” a visual narrative weaving the story of the ever-changing use of Fort Lauderdale’s waterways by following the strokes of the first people to today’s sightseers, “The Bryans of Fort Lauderdale” which allows visitors to experience the story of the City of Fort Lauderdale as told through the pioneer family that shaped its development from an agricultural outpost in 1896 to a bustling city in the 1920s to its current status as a leading Metropolis, “Juliette Lange: A Portrait of a Mezzo Soprano,” a fashion and lifestyle glimpse of the socially prominent Fort Lauderdale resident with a lauded career as a star vocalist of musical comedy, plus “Archaeology of the New River” and a multitude of stories and photos sharing the history of other founding families of Fort Lauderdale. The nonprofit museum also hosts an artists’ collective collaborative space.

For more information about History Fort Lauderdale, please call (954) 463-4431 or visit historyfortlauderdale.org. Follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/ftlhistory, on Instagram @ftlhistory and on Twitter @FTLHistory. Subscribe to us on YouTube at youtube.com/user/FTLhistory.

Road to III Points: Psychedelic Medicine – Mental Health Panel 10/6/22

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Road to III Points: Psychedelic Medicine – Mental Health Panel
Thursday, 10/06/2022-, 07:00 pm-
Freehold Miami
2219 NW 2nd Ave,
Miami, Florida, 33127
Website
Cost: Free

The Road to III Points Miami leads us to a mind-expanding educational panel where we discuss with experts the role of psychedelics in mental wellness and why music and creative communities are such an important part of the conversation. You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers! Stay after for a special DJ set and to talk more with the panelists and the team from psychedelic ecosystem Nucleus.
This Panel will be moderated by Dustin Robinson, ESQ, CPA – Psychedelic attorney, advocate, and VC fund manager of Iter Investments, with special guests including:
* Danny Daze – DJ, producer, Omnidisc Records founder
* David Sinopoli – III Points founder, Club Space co-owner
* Dr Joseph Scott Fischer – Segal Trials lead facilitator
Date: Thursday, October 6, 2022
Location: Freehold Miami
NOTE: Attendance will be on a first come, first serve basis based on venue .

American Academy to Host “Secrets to Better Communication with Your ADHD Teenager” Featuring Diane Dempster and Elaine Taylor-Klaus 9/29/22

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American Academy to Host “Secrets to Better Communication with Your ADHD Teenager” Featuring Diane Dempster and Elaine Taylor-Klaus
Thursday, 09/29/2022-, 07:00 pm-08:00 pm
Website
Cost: Free

American Academy, a program within American Heritage Schools, is pleased to host “Secrets to Better Communication with Your ADHD Teenager,” a virtual event via Zoom on Thursday, September 29 at 7 p.m. This event is part of American Academy’s monthly program, “Experts in Learning Differences” speaker series. Hosted by Alexandra Rollins, admissions director of the American Academy Program, the expert speakers for the September event are Diane Dempster and Elaine Taylor-Klaus, parent coaches and co-founders of ImpactParents.

This virtual event will provide viewers with proven techniques and scripts that can be used for better conversations and will help parents and teachers create harmony at home, in the classroom, and everywhere else. Attendees will learn how to diffuse defensiveness, get buy-in, provide effective feedback, and improve relationships instantly.

“We felt strongly that parents of complex kids with learning differences needed someone to provide support to help their kids navigate life’s complications, and we realized that ‘someone’ was us! Who better than two professional moms whose lives and families had been transformed by coaching to pave a new path for other parents?” said Dempster and Klaus. “Parents and educators want their children and students with learning differences to become independent and believe in themselves. They want to help them genuinely feel capable of becoming successful adults. When parents and educators have the support they need, they can become who they really want to be for their children and students.”

Diane Dempster, MHSA, CPC, PCC is a professional coach, speaker, author and educator with 20 years of corporate leadership experience. Dempster is the co-founder of ImpactParents.com, a coaching organization for parenting neurodiverse kids, and co-creator of Sanity School® and the Sanity School® Certification Program for professionals. An experienced leader, expert in change management, and all-around life-sherpa, Dempster helps clients create deep, sustaining change and open their eyes to life. Dempster received a master’s from the University of Michigan and coaching certification from the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching (iPEC).

Elaine Taylor-Klaus, MCC, CPCC co-founded the first global coaching organization for parenting neurodiverse kids, ImpactParents.com. The mother of a complex family of five, she co-created a comprehensive and empowering collaborative problem-solving method for fostering independence: the Impact Model for taking a coach-approach to parenting complex kids. An author, speaker, coach and trusted advisor, Taylor-Klaus is the co-creator of Sanity School® for Parents and the Sanity School® Certification Program for professionals. She is also co-author of “Parenting ADHD Now! Easy Intervention Strategies to Empower Kids with ADHD,” and the author of “The Essential Guide to Raising Complex Kids with ADHD, Anxiety and More.”

The speaker series is streamed live virtually, and available for viewing following each event. The purpose of the speaker series is to educate families about topics that relate to mild learning differences and are relevant today. All of the speakers are experts in the various disciplines of each topic. The American Academy’s goal is to provide families with a safe space to ask questions and strengthen their knowledge about how to ensure the success of their child.

For more information about the speaker series, please visit: https://www.ah-americanacademy.com/speaker-series

To reserve a spot, please visit: https://bit.ly/3ddL3do

Limited spots are available for this free, online, and live event.

Swiss Learning to Host Free Educational Breakfast 10/12/22

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Swiss Learning to Host Free Educational Breakfast
Wednesday, 10/12/2022-, 10:00 am-12:00 pm
Swan Restaurant
90 NE 39th Street,
Miami, Florida, 33137
Website
Cost: Free

Requiring social distancing? NO
Requiring masks? NO
Providing hand sanitizer? YES

Swiss Learning is hosting an educational breakfast for families who are interested in learning about short- and long-term study abroad programs and culturally enriching camp experiences in Switzerland for their children ages 4 to 18 years old. The free event will take place from 10 a.m. to noon on Wednesday, October 12 at Swan Restaurant, at 90 NE 39th St. in the Design District. Spaces are limited, RSVP to events@swisslearning.com. 305-498-6404

Painting the Picture: Practical Advice for Career Artists 9/14/22

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Painting the Picture: Practical Advice for Career Artists
Wednesday, 09/14/2022-, 06:00 pm-09:00 pm
The Knoxon
7411 Biscayne Blvd,
Miami, Florida, 33238
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Cost: Free

Requiring social distancing? NO
Requiring masks? NO
Providing hand sanitizer? NO

Are you an artist trying to make a career out of creativity? Whether you’ve just picked up a sketchbook for the first time or are looking to make the jump to a big gallery, homework is here for you. We’ve invited a panel of art industry professionals, including gallery co-founder Aurelio Aguilo, journalist Michelle Solomon from artburstmiami.com and miamiartzine.com, and legal expert Allyn Ginns Ayers to give up their best advice on thriving as a career artist. Hosted by homework Gallery and Raygun Agency.

Art in a Post-Roe Age with Antonia Wright and Maritza Lacayo 8/25/22

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Art in a Post-Roe Age with Antonia Wright and Maritza Lacayo
Thursday, 08/25/2022-, 07:00 pm-08:15 pm
Perez Art Museum Miami
1103 Biscayne Blvd.,
Miami, Florida, 33132
Website
Cost: $16 adults | PAMM members free. Includes museum admission.

Requiring social distancing? NO
Requiring masks? OPTIONAL
Providing hand sanitizer? NO

Join artist Antonia Wright and PAMM Assistant Curator Maritza Lacayo for a conversation about Wright’s newest digital artwork installation, Women in Labor. Wright and Lacayo will also discuss how art can be used as a catalyst for conversation in a post-Roe age, the role of artists and curators when thinking about issues of reproductive freedom, the ways in which recent events will impact the art world and artist practices, and the power of storytelling to foster empathy and understanding. There will be a Q&A to follow.

About Women in Labor
Women in Labor is a generative sound art composition that uses data sonification to demonstrate the effect of the changing laws around access to safe and legal abortion. Through computational algorithms, the piece sonifies the increase in mileage a woman will now have to travel to access care. Partnering with midwives, the artist has been collecting the sounds women make during labor starting with her own home birth experience in 2015.

Ripple the Void Flowerlounge Tour – Miami 8/19/22

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Ripple the Void Flowerlounge Tour – Miami
Friday, 08/19/2022-, 06:00 pm-09:00 pm
Glassbox
7520 NE 4th Ct, , Suite 100,
MIAMI, Florida, 33138
Eventbrite
Cost: $79

Requiring social distancing? NO
Requiring masks? NO
Providing hand sanitizer? NO

One-of-a-kind gatherings in cities across the country: Magical. Transformative. Profound.

A divine evening with flowers, authentic connections, elixirs, Wei of Chocolate dark chocolate, meditation, music, storytelling ~ and being seen and heard as the beautiful, powerful being that you are.

Enjoy specially selected flower elixirs customized to your city & walk out feeling like a whole new you. Flower & sound offering experience to blast you & your city with love.

6:00 pm Doors Open

6:00-6:30 pm Mood-Boosting Sips & Snacks

6:30 pm Doors Close

6:30-8:30 pm Meditation, Visual Presentation, Sound & Flower Offering Experience

8:30-9pm Group Flower Readings & Rituals

Space is limited & we will sell out! Sign up now.

For this special experience, we ask you to be there before doors close!

We can’t wait to see you! xo

MDC’s Tower Theater Miami Invites Public to Special Screening of My Name is Sara, Followed by Q&A with Film Director 7/29/22, 7/30/22

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MDC’s Tower Theater Miami Invites Public to Special Screening of My Name is Sara, Followed by Q&A with Film Director
Friday, 07/29/2022-07/30/2022, 07:00 pm-
MDC Tower Theater Miami
1508 SW 8th Street,
Miami, Florida, 33135
Website
Cost: $12.77/Adult $10/Seniors & Students

Requiring social distancing? NO
Requiring masks? NO
Providing hand sanitizer? YES

Miami Dade College’s (MDC) historic Tower Theater Miami will feature the film, “My Name is Sara”, starting July 29. To celebrate the much-anticipated release of this film in U.S. theaters, Tower Theater will host a special screening and Q&A event with the film’s director Steven Oritt at 7 p.m. on Saturday, July 30.

“My Name is Sara” is based on the astonishing true-life story of Sara Góralnik, a 12-year-old Polish Jew who lost her entire family in the Holocaust. After a grueling escape, Sara steals her Christian best friend’s identity and finds refuge in a small Ukrainian village, where she is taken in by a farmer and his young wife and hidden in plain sight. But Sara soon discovers the dark secret of her employer’s marriage, which compromises the greatest secret she must protect at all costs, her true identity.

Tickets are $12.75 per adult; $10 for seniors and students. Purchase tickets at www.towertheatermiami.com. Tower Theater Miami is located at 1508 SW 8th St, Miami, FL 33135. 305-237-2463

Island City Stage Presents a Behind the Red Curtain Free Public Forum: “Black Men Speak: The Impact of HIV on the Black Community” 7/25/22

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Island City Stage Presents a Behind the Red Curtain Free Public Forum: “Black Men Speak: The Impact of HIV on the Black Community”
Monday, 07/25/2022-, 06:00 pm-07:30 pm
ArtServe
1350 East Sunrise Boulevard,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33304
Website
Cost: Free

Requiring social distancing? NO REPLY
Requiring masks? NO REPLY
Providing hand sanitizer? NO REPLY

HIV activist and “Busting Stigma” author Jesse Brooks will address the social issues of being African American, gay and HIV positive during “Black Men Speak: The Impact of HIV on the Black Community,” Island City Stage’s last Behind the Red Curtain public forum of its 10th anniversary season. This free forum precedes the South Florida premiere of Donja R. Love’s “One in Two,” debuting on August 4. This important panel discussion will also feature:

• Lorenzo Robertson, Founder, Ujima Men’s Collective
• Ederick Johnson, HIV Advocate
• Justin Jones, CEO, The Rapha Center

The forum will be moderated by World AIDS Museum and Educational Center Executive Director Terry Dyer.

Directed by Moxie Theatre in San Diego co-founder and NAACP theatre award-winner Delicia Turner Sonnenberg, “One in Two” refers to the current HIV projection rate that 1 in 2 black men who have sex with men (MSM) and 1 in 4 Latino MSM in the United States will be diagnosed with HIV during their lifetime, according to a 2016 analysis by researchers at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Unlike other plays, in this production, the audience chooses nightly which actor must portray the lead character in this unforgiving story of a Black man diagnosed with HIV. Through humor and pathos, Donja R. Love has written a deeply personal call to action and created an unflinching portrait of being Black and gay in America today.

Activist, filmmaker, photographer, and columnist, Jesse Brooks is currently co-chair of the Bay Area State of Emergency Coalition (BASE), advocacy coordinator of the AIDS Healthcare Foundation of Northern California, and co-chair of UCSF/CAPS Research Community Advisory Board, and a weekly columnist for the largest African American paper in the Bay Area, Post News Group. He has worked on multiple research studies, including studies for the San Francisco Department of Public Health HIV Research Division on the now famous “Explore Study” (Men who have Sex with Men, sexual behaviors and HIV transmissions) and University California San Francisco’s Urban Health Study (HIV transmissions among the IDU community). Brooks co-wrote and starred in “The Ceremony,” a movie about internal battles, addiction, internal homophobia, and internalized stigma around HIV status, which showed at the 2006 Black LGBT film festival. He was part of Corner Stone Productions, the first-ever theatre group allowed in a County Jail (Santa Rita) to present vignettes involving HIV awareness and education, sponsored by Gilead Sciences. He was involved in the PBS documentary “The End game: HIV/AIDS in Black America” and his work has been featured in numerous HIV education campaigns and a tabletop picture book with actor Danny Glover and Congresswoman Barbara Lee, entitled “This Could Be Me: The real story of HIV/AIDS in Oakland.”

This free forum is sponsored by Community Foundation of Broward and is supported by World AIDS Museum and Educational Center. Guests may RSVP by visiting islandcitystage.org/behind-the-red-curtain-community-forum.

In honor of its 10th anniversary season, Island City Stage created The Behind the Red Curtain free public forum series to engage the community in timely, relevant issues that are both addressed in its productions and affect the South Florida community. Follow Island City Stage on Facebook at facebook.com/IslandCityStageFL and on Instagram at @islandcitystage1.

For more information, please call (954) 928-9800 or visit islandcitystage.org.

Free TPS Assistance 6/23/22

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Free TPS Assistance
Thursday, 06/23/2022-06/25/2022, 08:00 am-08:00 pm
The Office of New Americans
601 NW 1st Court,
Miami, Florida, 33136
Website
Cost: FREE

Requiring social distancing? NO REPLY
Requiring masks? NO REPLY
Providing hand sanitizer? NO REPLY

The Office of New Americans of Miami-Dade is hosting FREE monthly 3-day Virtual TPS Clinics for Venezuelan and Haitian community members. Get your questions answered and assistance with filing out your forms. Available in English, Spanish and Creole.

Temporary Protected Status (TPS) gives permission to live and work in the US for immigrants from specific countries deemed by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) as unsafe for them to return to. Even if you have asylum status pending or have Deferred Enforced Departure (DED) work authorization, we encourage you to apply for TPS.

These TPS Clinics are made possible with the support and partnership of Catholic Legal Services, Americans for Immigrant Justice, the American Immigration Lawyers Association, HIAS, Sant La Haitian Neighborhood Center, Florida Immigrant Coalition, ABA Commission on Immigration, Venezuelan American Alliance, Hispanic Unity of Florida, Family Action Network Movement (FAMN), the Venezuelan Embassy, Haitian Lawyers Association, Green Family Foundation, and Miami Worker Center.

About Office of New Americans of Miami-Dade
The Office of New Americans is a countywide initiative to raise awareness about the importance of citizenship. Its mission is to empower immigrants eligible for naturalization to become more civically and economically engaged in our communities by facilitating access to the resources they need to attain citizenship and to prosper.

Free TPS Assistance 5/19/22

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Free TPS Assistance
Thursday, 05/19/2022-05/21/2022, 08:00 am-05:00 pm
Office of New Americans
601 NW 1st Court,
Miami, Florida, 33136
Website
Cost: FREE

Requiring social distancing? NO REPLY
Requiring masks? NO REPLY
Providing hand sanitizer? NO REPLY

The Office of New Americans of Miami-Dade is hosting FREE monthly 3-day Virtual TPS Clinics for Venezuelan and Haitian community members. Get your questions answered and assistance with filing out your forms. Available in English, Spanish and Creole.

Temporary Protected Status (TPS) gives permission to live and work in the US for immigrants from specific countries deemed by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) as unsafe for them to return to. Even if you have asylum status pending or have Deferred Enforced Departure (DED) work authorization, we encourage you to apply for TPS.

Upcoming TPS Clinics:
May 19th – 21st
June 23rd – 25th

These TPS Clinics are made possible with the support and partnership of Catholic Legal Services, Americans for Immigrant Justice, the American Immigration Lawyers Association, HIAS, Sant La Haitian Neighborhood Center, Florida Immigrant Coalition, ABA Commission on Immigration, Venezuelan American Alliance, Hispanic Unity of Florida, Family Action Network Movement (FAMN), the Venezuelan Embassy, Haitian Lawyers Association, Green Family Foundation, and Miami Worker Center.

About Office of New Americans of Miami-Dade
The Office of New Americans is a countywide initiative to raise awareness about the importance of citizenship. Its mission is to empower immigrants eligible for naturalization to become more civically and economically engaged in our communities by facilitating access to the resources they need to attain citizenship and to prosper.

American Academy to Host “Mindfulness and Your Child” Featuring Expert Author and Instructor Piero Falci 5/19/22

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American Academy to Host “Mindfulness and Your Child” Featuring Expert Author and Instructor Piero Falci
Thursday, 05/19/2022-, 07:00 pm-08:00 pm
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Cost: Free

American Academy, a program within American Heritage Schools, is pleased to host “Mindfulness and Your Child,” a virtual event via Zoom on Thursday, May 19 at 7 p.m. This event is part of American Academy’s monthly program, “Experts in Learning Differences” speaker series. Hosted by Alexandra Rollins, admissions director of the American Academy Program, the expert speaker for the May event is Piero Falci, an author and educator of mindfulness meditation and mindful living.

Mindfulness is a word that means different things to different people. During this event, Falci will explain why it is important to help children practice mindfulness meditation and prepare them to live more mindfully. He equates mindfulness to a sport in which mindfulness meditation is the practice, and mindful living is the game. While practice is important, what one does in practice is of less consequence than their performance during the game. Viewers will truly be inspired by Falci’s wisdom and learn valuable strategies for children to embrace life and become better human beings.

“There is a lot of violence and insanity in the world, and I am convinced that mindfulness is an antidote to that. I am devoted to helping individuals have insights that may expand their selflessness and compassion and lead to the growth of kindness and care for all sentient beings and the natural environment,” said Falci.

Falci is an educator of mindfulness meditation and mindful living and several well-established programs, such as the acclaimed Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) program. He received his training from the teachers at the Center for Mindfulness in Medicine, Health Care, and Society at the University of Massachusetts Medical School and his MBSR Teacher Certification at the Mindfulness Center at Brown University School of Public Health. He also teaches the Mind-Body Skills Group (MBSG) Program developed by the Center for Mind-Body Medicine, as well as the Mindfulness in Schools Project’s .b (DOT-BE) curriculum for teenagers. He has written several books and offers a variety of mindfulness courses on how to apply mindfulness for the improvement of life.

The speaker series is streamed live virtually, as well as available for viewing following each event. The purpose of the speaker series is to educate families about topics that relate to mild learning differences and are relevant today. All of the speakers are experts in the various disciplines of each topic. The American Academy’s goal is to provide families with a safe space to ask questions and strengthen their knowledge about how to ensure the success of their child.

For more information about the speaker series, please visit: https://www.ah-americanacademy.com/speaker-series

To reserve a spot, please visit: https://ahschool.info/MaySpeakerSeries

Limited spots are available for this free, online, and live event.

The Future of Food is Female 4/22/22

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The Future of Food is Female
Friday, 04/22/2022-, 06:00 pm-08:00 pm
545 WYN
545 NW 26th Street,
Miami, Florida, 33137
Eventbrite
Cost: $45.00

Requiring social distancing? NO REPLY
Requiring masks? NO REPLY
Providing hand sanitizer? YES

We invite you to join us for an evening of conversation and plant-based food and drinks with the Founder of Vegan Women Summit, Jennifer Stojkovic, and surprise guests, in collaboration with SEED.

American Academy to Host “Helping Teens Overcome Anxiety and Achieve Success” Featuring Licensed Therapist and Author Amanda Landry 4/19/22

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American Academy to Host “Helping Teens Overcome Anxiety and Achieve Success” Featuring Licensed Therapist and Author Amanda Landry
Tuesday, 04/19/2022-, 07:00 pm-08:00 pm
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American Academy, a program within American Heritage Schools, is pleased to host “Helping Teens Overcome Anxiety and Achieve Success,” a virtual event via Zoom on Tuesday, April 19 at 7 p.m. This event is part of American Academy’s monthly program, “Experts in Learning Differences” speaker series. Hosted by Alexandra Rollins, admissions director of the American Academy Program, the expert speaker for the April event is Amanda Landry, a licensed mental health counselor and author.

Many children and teens struggle with anxiety. In this episode of “Experts in Learning Differences,” acclaimed author and licensed mental health counselor Amanda Landry will address the concepts of stress and mood management in adolescents and demonstrate how to replace anxiety with empowerment. Viewers will learn how to help their child or teen work through situational problems, manage their emotions, and use techniques, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, to connect their thoughts and feelings with their behaviors in order to influence actions.

“I love working with young adults to find their passion in life, remove blocks that are keeping them from being their most awesome self, and learn to live a life they have always dreamed,” said Landry.

Landry is a published author of the book, “Guided Journal for Women with Anxiety.” As a licensed therapist for more than eight years, she has helped teenagers overcome depression and anxiety, go off to college, and become successful in their lives. Landry is a licensed mental health counselor, certified addictions professional, national certified counselor, and private practice consultant. She owns a group practice called Caring Therapists with several locations throughout Florida that specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, stress management, increased self-worth, incorporation of meditation and mind/body connection, mood management, anxiety reduction, empowerment and work/life balance. Landry focuses on treating anxiety and depression in teens and adults through holistic and evidence-based practices. She is a believer in holistic treatment, practices veganism, meditation, and yoga, and is an avid reader.

The speaker series is streamed live virtually, as well as available for viewing following each event. The purpose of the speaker series is to educate families about topics that relate to mild learning differences and are relevant today. All of the speakers are experts in the various disciplines of each topic. The American Academy’s goal is to provide families with a safe space to ask questions and strengthen their knowledge about how to ensure the success of their child.

For more information about the speaker series, please visit: https://ahschool.zoom.us/webinar/register/3016437302883/WN_0QdmDNf7TZSO0weg10GKkQ

To reserve a spot, please visit: https://ahschool.zoom.us/webinar/register/3016437302883/WN_0QdmDNf7TZSO0weg10GKkQ

Limited spots are available for this free, online, and live event.

Tax Savvy Investing Techniques with BrightStar Credit Union and AIG 3/29/22

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Tax Savvy Investing Techniques with BrightStar Credit Union and AIG
Tuesday, 03/29/2022-, 06:00 pm-07:00 pm

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Requiring social distancing?
Requiring masks?
Providing hand sanitizer?

Divisional Vice President Nilsa Roberts of AIG will discuss tax-savvy investing and how it can help you understand ways to defer or even eliminate taxes on the money you would look to have available in your retirement. The topics we will cover will be:
• Understanding the power of tax deferral
• Consider increasing contributions to retirement plans and accounts
• Generate tax-free income
• Avoid potential tax-time surprises
After the presentation, both Nilsa Roberts of AIG and Robert Crabtree, our BrightStar Credit Union Financial Advisor, will answer questions. Individual appointments are also welcomed to discuss your circumstances better.

American Academy, a Program Within American Heritage Schools, to Host “Understanding Your Child’s Educational Diagnosis” Featuring Licensed Clinical Psychologist. Dr. David A. Yudell 3/29/22

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American Academy, a Program Within American Heritage Schools, to Host “Understanding Your Child’s Educational Diagnosis” Featuring Licensed Clinical Psychologist. Dr. David A. Yudell
Tuesday, 03/29/2022-, 07:00 pm-08:00 pm
Website
Cost: Free

American Academy is pleased to host “Understanding Your Child’s Educational Diagnosis,” a virtual event via Zoom on Tuesday, March 29 at 7 p.m. This event is part of American Academy’s monthly program, “Experts in Learning Differences: A Speaker Series.” Hosted by Alexandra Rollins, admissions director of the American Academy Program, the expert speaker for the March event is Dr. David A. Yudell, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist.

Finding the “gift within” a child is essential to building confidence and success in school and life. In this episode of “Experts in Learning Differences,” Dr. Yudell will explain how to understand and use educational evaluations to uncover weaknesses and highlight strengths in order to enhance a child’s schooling and benefit his or her academic and social achievements. Throughout his discussion, Dr. Yudell will provide evidence-based, scientifically proven, and effective tools that motivate a child’s entire support system to work together towards improvement and advancement.

“Every individual needs an area in which to shine, particularly those with difficulties in school. Educational evaluations provide a snapshot of a child’s unique abilities in order to reinforce strengths and ensure that self-esteem, motivation, and ambition are not thwarted,” said Dr. Yudell.

Dr. Yudell practices in Broward and southern Palm Beach counties. He specializes in both child and adult pathology and has extensive experience completing psychological evaluations and testing in private and public schools, the Division of Disability, the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, and in private practice. Dr. Yudell received his Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Nova Southeastern University and holds a master’s degree in clinical psychology from NSU and a master’s degree in counseling from Seton Hall University.

The speaker series is streamed live virtually, as well as available for viewing following each event. The purpose of the speaker series is to educate families about topics that relate to mild learning differences and are relevant today. All of the speakers are experts in the various disciplines of each topic. The American Academy’s goal is to provide families with a safe space to ask questions and strengthen their knowledge about how to ensure the success of their child.

For more information about the speaker series, please visit: https://www.ah-americanacademy.com/speaker-series.

To reserve a spot, please visit: https://ahschool.info/AASpeakerSeriesMarch

Limited spots are available for this free, online, and live event.

About the American Academy Program: American Academy is a college preparatory program for advanced students with mild learning differences, such as dyslexia, ADHD, and auditory processing. The program is on the campus of American Heritage Schools, the class sizes are smaller, and the teachers are licensed and certified in teaching special education for students with mild learning differences.

For more information about the American Academy Program, visit www.ah-americanacademy.com or email admissions@ahschool.com.

Broward Campus: (954) 472-0022 ext. 3021 or email admissions.pl@ahschool.com
Palm Beach Campus: (561) 495-7272 ext. 219 or email admissions.bd@ahschool.com

Art Talk: Jessica Beck and Angie Cruz on Marisol 4/16/22

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Art Talk: Jessica Beck and Angie Cruz on Marisol
Saturday, 04/16/2022-, 02:00 pm-
Pérez Art Museum Miami
1103 Biscayne Blvd,
Miami, Florida, 33132
Website
Cost: $16

Requiring social distancing? YES
Requiring masks? OPTIONAL
Providing hand sanitizer? YES

Continue the opening weekend celebration for Marisol and Warhol Take New York with a dynamic conversation featuring exhibition curator Jessica Beck and author Angie Cruz. Beck and Cruz will discuss the life and work of Marisol while exploring the visibility of female-identified Latinx art and artists in the canons of art and culture in the contemporary United States. Born in Paris to Venezuelan parents, Marisol (Maria Sol Escobar) held a central position in the New York art scene and international Pop movement in the 1960s. Over time, however, she was written out of the white male-dominated narratives of art history, overshadowed by artists like Andy Warhol, Roy Lichtenstein, and Claes Oldenburg. Marisol and Warhol Take New York seeks to reclaim the importance of her practice; reframe the strength, originality, and daring nature of her work; and reconsider her as one of the leading figures of the Pop era.

Island City Stage Presents a Behind the Red Curtain Free Public Forum: “State of Mental Health – Recognizing Who Needs Help” 3/7/22

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Island City Stage Presents a Behind the Red Curtain Free Public Forum: “State of Mental Health – Recognizing Who Needs Help”
Monday, 03/07/2022-, 06:00 pm-07:30 pm
Island City Stage
2304 N. Dixie Highway,
Wilton Manors, Florida, 33305
Website
Cost: Free

Requiring social distancing? NO REPLY
Requiring masks? NO REPLY
Providing hand sanitizer? NO REPLY

Island City Stage will host its third Behind the Red Curtain free public forum entitled “State of Mental Health – Recognizing Who Needs Help” preceding the March 17 debut of its production of Tennessee Williams’ Suddenly, Last Summer, a gothic mystery which tackles the weighty subjects of insanity, repression and greed.

This forum will offer a frank discussion about the state of mental health including access for all, modes of therapy and greater acceptance. Experts will discuss traumatic events and their impact on our lives plus offer insight into the history of the mental health profession and how we’ve advanced in recognizing calls for help. The award-winning theatre company invites the community to take part in the discussion.

Guest panelists will include:

• Bob Scardino, LCSW, CAP, Director of Clinical Services, SunServe
• Dawn M. Silver, PhD, Chief Operating Officer, Center for Family Services of Palm Beach County
• Michael Schenker, PhD, Psychologist
• Charmaine S. Borda, Ph.D., LMFT, LMHC, ACC, CHt, Clinical Director, The Blue Couch, Inc.
• Rob Freund, PhD, LMHC, Assistant Professor, Lynn University & Primary Therapist, Comprehensive Wellness Centers

The panel will be moderated by Island City Stage Artistic Director, Andy Rogow.

This forum is supported by SunServe and the Center for Family Services of Palm Beach County, Inc.

Paying homage to one of America’s most celebrated playwrights during his birthday month, Island City Stage will present its debut of Tennessee William’s gothic mystery Suddenly, Last Summer, March 17 – April 17, 2022. Suddenly, Last Summer is part of the theater company’s 10th Anniversary 2021-22 South Florida Season.

On a hot, steamy afternoon in 1936 New Orleans, we find Violet Venable and her niece, Catherine, waging battle in a war that will cement the legacy of Violet’s son, Sebastian. Was he a brilliant artist, devoted son or sexual predator? What really happened last summer?

Directed by Rogow, Suddenly, Last Summer stars Angie Radosh as Violet Venable, Jeanine Gangloff Levy as Catherine Holly and Jonathan Furedy as Dr. Cukrowicz.

Island City Stage’s 10th anniversary 2021-22 season kicked off with The Twentieth Century Way by Tom Jacobson in October followed by Andrew Kramer’s Armature, running through February 27. Upcoming productions include The Mystery of Irma Vep by Charles Ludlam from June 9 – July 10, 2022 and One In Two by Donja R. Love from August 4 – September 4, 2022.

In honor of its 10th anniversary season, Island City Stage created The Behind the Red Curtain free public forum series to engage the community in timely, relevant issues that are both addressed in its productions and affect the South Florida community. Follow Island City Stage on Facebook at facebook.com/IslandCityStageFL and on Instagram at @islandcitystage1.

For more information or to RSVP, please call (954) 928-9800 or visit islandcitystage.org.

American Academy to Host “Conquering The New SAT For Students With Learning Differences” 2/22/22

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American Academy to Host “Conquering The New SAT For Students With Learning Differences”
Tuesday, 02/22/2022-, 07:00 pm-08:00 pm
Website
Cost: Free

American Academy is pleased to host “Conquering The New SAT For Students With Learning Differences,” a virtual event via Zoom on Tuesday, Feb. 22 at 7:00 p.m. This event is part of American Academy’s monthly program, “Experts in Learning Differences: A Speaker Series.” Hosted by Alexandra Rollins, admissions director of the American Academy Program, the expert speaker for the February event is Sara Kohn, M.S., director of Standardized Test Preparation at American Academy’s Broward and Palm Beach campuses.
Sara Kohn is an expert at motivating students to maximize their potential on standardized tests. She will uncover key strategies for the new SAT, as well as testing accommodations, timelines, and goal score expectations for students with learning differences. Kohn is responsible for writing curricula and implementing test preparation programs for all types of learners in grades 7-12. She has been teaching test preparation courses for 15 years and oversees a team of instructors at American Heritage Schools and the American Academy. Her work has resulted in the #1 and #2 private school ranking in Florida for the highest number of National Merit Scholars. “I truly value the chance to share my knowledge and experience regarding test preparation,” says Kohn. “I know how intimidating this process can be for parents, and I love having the opportunity to help ease some of that stress by helping to lay out a clear path to student success.”

The speaker series is streamed live virtually, as well as available for viewing following each event. The purpose of the speaker series is to educate families about topics that relate to mild learning differences and are relevant today. All of the speakers are experts in the various disciplines of each topic. The American Academy’s goal is to provide families with a safe space to ask questions and strengthen their knowledge about how to ensure the success of their child.

For more information about the speaker series, please visit: https://www.ah-americanacademy.com/speaker-series.

To reserve a spot, please visit: https://ahschool.zoom.us/webinar/register/3016437302883/WN_V8F_9QUaR-ia_ov4z_7H6A

Scholl Lecture Series: Bisa Butler 2/17/22

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Scholl Lecture Series: Bisa Butler
Thursday, 02/17/2022-, 07:00 pm-09:30 pm
Pérez Art Museum Miami
1103 Biscayne Blvd,
Miami, Florida, 33132
Website
Cost: Adults – $16, Free with museum admission.

Requiring social distancing? YES
Requiring masks? YES
Providing hand sanitizer? YES

Join us in person or online for the first Scholl Lecture of the year, featuring renowned American fiber artist Bisa Butler. Butler uses her work to both celebrate Black life and to tell unknown stories of the lives of African Americans. Butler invites a reimagining of and a contemporary dialogue around age-old issues that are still problematic in our culture through the comforting and embracing medium of the quilt. She uses her work to express and emphasize what she believes—the equal value of all humans.

RSVP to secure your seat to hear from Bisa Butler in person!

Following the lecture join us on the terrace to mingle with Bisa Butler accompanied by a live set from the other half of this artistic duo, DJ John Butler!

Women Authors Across Cultures: Where Are We Going 5/1/22

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Women Authors Across Cultures: Where Are We Going
Sunday, 05/01/2022-, 02:00 pm-03:30 pm
University of Miami Newman Alumni Center
6200 San Amaro Drive,
Coral Gables, Florida, 33146
RSVP / Register
Cost: Free

Requiring social distancing? YES
Requiring masks? YES
Providing hand sanitizer? YES

The world has been turned upside down by the pandemic, climate change, gender inequality, political upheavals, racial unrest, and even threats to democracy. So where do we go from here? Join our renowned women authors across various cultures to address this topic.

• Bandy X. Lee – The New York Times bestselling author and advocate for mental health assessments of elected leaders; President, World Mental Health Coalition.

• Andrea Pino-Silva – Author, “We Believe You: Survivors of Campus Sexual Assault Speak Out”; her work was featured in “The Hunting Ground,” a film about her campus assault activism; Doctoral Student, UNC-Chapel Hill.

• Lutze Segu – Social Justice Doula/Blogger (lutzesegu.com); Collaborates with organizations to improve their culture/policies regarding racism, gender- and LGBTQ-biases; Ph.D. Candidate in The Institute for Gender, Race, Sexuality and Social Justice, University of British Columbia.

• Jessica Valenti – The New York Times bestselling author of “Sex Object: A Memoir”; Journalist, The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Atlantic, and The Guardian; named one of the “Top 100 Inspiring Women” in the world by The Guardian; her hard-hitting newsletter, “All in Her Head,” influences women around the world.

Following the program, grab a drink in the lobby, or your fridge, and come back to the big room and re-join the authors to ask your questions in-person or virtually!

Please Note: The Q&A Afterparty is a $15 paid event both in-person and virtually, and you must register for this session. To be part of this interactive Q&A session, please select the proper ticket type (in-person ticket or online admission) in addition to the main event ticket/admission.

The Natural Disasters Expo 2/7/22, 2/8/22

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The Natural Disasters Expo
Monday, 02/07/2022-02/08/2022, 10:00 am-04:00 pm
Miami Beach Convention Center
1901 Convention Center Dr,
Miami Beach, Florida, 33139
Website
Cost: FREE

Requiring social distancing? YES
Requiring masks? YES
Providing hand sanitizer? YES

The 2022 National Disasters Expo: The Ultimate Event for Natural Disaster Preparedness!!

The city of Miami Beach, Florida is set to be the epicenter for Fortem International’s Natural Disasters Expo taking place on February 7th& 8th 2022. Hosted at the Miami Beach Convention Center, this event will also encompass Storm, Flood, Heat & Fire, and Earthquake Expos. The convention is 100% Free-To-Attend and will allow business owners and industry professionals to meet with the leaders in disaster mitigation and relief, providing the premiere industry networking experience of the year.

The expo will feature over 100 speakers, 300 leading suppliers, 100 Live Demos, The Red Cross Networking Center, Innovation Awards, FMIA Seal of Approval, and more! Get the opportunity to learn about the impact of emergency management, natural disasters, and relief efforts from an array of global leaders from today’s top organizations such as FEMA, NASA, National Hurricane Center, National Weather Service, Allstate, and other industry professionals. This is a must-attend for any disaster and emergency response professional.

My State MLS to Host Free, Educational Webinars for Real Estate Professionals In January, February and March 2/10/22

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My State MLS to Host Free, Educational Webinars for Real Estate Professionals In January, February and March
Thursday, 02/10/2022-, 02:00 pm-03:00 pm
Website
Cost:

What/Who:
My State MLS, the first nationwide Multiple Listing Service of its kind with agents in all 50 states and Puerto Rico, is hosting free webinars in January, February and March for real estate professionals looking to grow their career and market their listings with an MLS that caters to their specific needs.

The webinars will teach real estate professionals how to grow their business, how to use new tools that My State MLS offers its members, including how to upload manufactured housing listings to MHAuthoirty.com.

All webinars take place on Thursdays from 2-3 p.m. ET. Please see the webinar schedule and registration details below:

New Year, New Growth – January 20, 2-3 p.m. ET
Getting a head start on resolutions? It’s no secret that the past few years have been characterized by a real estate frenzy, and early predictions indicate that 2022 likely won’t be much different. On this webinar, My State MLS will cover its top tips to keep that momentum going to grow a business, territory and team. David Mink, vice president of operations and national trainer for My State MLS, will be the moderator.

New Career in the Real Estate and CE Shop – January 27, 2-3 p.m. ET
The real estate and mortgage industries constantly evolve – and real estate education should too. My State MLS offers innovative CE Shop courses, created by industry experts, that are designed with real estate professionals’ success in mind, no matter if they’re new to the industry or a seasoned veteran. David Mink, vice president of operations and national trainer for My State MLS, will be the moderator.

My State MLS Pro Search and Networking – February 10, 2-3 p.m. ET
Professional Search is one of the most powerful tools for members of My State MLS. In this webinar, My State MLS will show attendees how to gain an edge on the competition, quickly laser target properties for clients, easily appraise property values, and how to network with other agents for those valuable referrals. David Mink, vice president of operations and national trainer for My State MLS, will be the moderator.

Open Listing Advertisement – February 17, 2-3 p.m. ET
Use Open Listings to get leads, advertise, and expand your business. Learn how to post Open Listings that will show up on My State MLS’ public search. The member’s photo, name, and company will also be promoted on all their listings with this upgrade on My State MLS. Dawn Pfaff, founder and president of My State MLS, will be the moderator.

MH Authority – February 24, 2-3 p.m. ET
My State MLS listened to industry professionals to provide the tools that mobile and manufactured housing professionals really need and have an exclusive website (MHAuthority.com) for these listings. Sign up for this webinar and My State MLS will explain how to upload listings, get leads, and more. David Mink, vice president of operations and national trainer for My State MLS, will be the moderator.

Series: How to Win Listings for Different Types of Builds – March 10, 17, 24, 2-3 p.m. ET
In this month-long series, My State MLS will show real estate professionals how to get listings in new construction developments, pre-selling and re-selling multi-family homes, and how to list and sell exotic and unique properties. David Mink, vice president of operations and national trainer for My State MLS, will be the moderator.

To register, real estate and aspiring real estate professionals can visit: www.mystatemls.com/webinar_schedule

When:
2–3 p.m. ET
Thursday, Jan. 20
Thursday, Jan. 27
Thursday, Feb. 10
Thursday, Feb. 17
Thursday, Feb. 24
Thursday, March 10
Thursday, March 17
Thursday, March 24

Where:
Online. Participants will receive online directions with next steps after registering here.

Cost:
FREE

How:
Visit www.mystatemls.com/webinar_schedule to register.

About My State MLS
In 2009, Dawn Pfaff founded NY State MLS, a full multiple listings service (MLS) serving all 62 New York counties. Born from a desire to create a common-sense MLS solution, New York’s statewide Multiple Listing Service quickly garnered agents across the state, as well as nationwide attention and demand for the company’s services. In 2015, My State MLS, the first nationwide Multiple Listing Service of its kind, was created and today it has agents in all 50 states and Puerto Rico. LA State MLS debuted in October 2020. In December 2020, Pfaff and My State MLS launched MHAuthority.com, a premier website for manufactured housing listings. In addition to its MLSs, My State MLS’s services and products have expanded to include direct feeds to all major sites (Zillow, Trulia, Homes.com, Realtor.com and ListHub), international syndication, IDX feed, branded virtual tours, access to Professional Search, website design, private MLS administration and much more. For more information visit, www.mystatemls.com.

My State MLS to Host Free, Educational Webinars for Real Estate Professionals In January, February and March 1/27/22

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My State MLS to Host Free, Educational Webinars for Real Estate Professionals In January, February and March
Thursday, 01/27/2022-, 02:00 pm-03:00 pm

Website
Cost:

What/Who:
My State MLS, the first nationwide Multiple Listing Service of its kind with agents in all 50 states and Puerto Rico, is hosting free webinars in January, February and March for real estate professionals looking to grow their career and market their listings with an MLS that caters to their specific needs.

The webinars will teach real estate professionals how to grow their business, how to use new tools that My State MLS offers its members, including how to upload manufactured housing listings to MHAuthoirty.com.

All webinars take place on Thursdays from 2-3 p.m. ET. Please see the webinar schedule and registration details below:

New Year, New Growth – January 20, 2-3 p.m. ET
Getting a head start on resolutions? It’s no secret that the past few years have been characterized by a real estate frenzy, and early predictions indicate that 2022 likely won’t be much different. On this webinar, My State MLS will cover its top tips to keep that momentum going to grow a business, territory and team. David Mink, vice president of operations and national trainer for My State MLS, will be the moderator.

New Career in the Real Estate and CE Shop – January 27, 2-3 p.m. ET
The real estate and mortgage industries constantly evolve – and real estate education should too. My State MLS offers innovative CE Shop courses, created by industry experts, that are designed with real estate professionals’ success in mind, no matter if they’re new to the industry or a seasoned veteran. David Mink, vice president of operations and national trainer for My State MLS, will be the moderator.

My State MLS Pro Search and Networking – February 10, 2-3 p.m. ET
Professional Search is one of the most powerful tools for members of My State MLS. In this webinar, My State MLS will show attendees how to gain an edge on the competition, quickly laser target properties for clients, easily appraise property values, and how to network with other agents for those valuable referrals. David Mink, vice president of operations and national trainer for My State MLS, will be the moderator.

Open Listing Advertisement – February 17, 2-3 p.m. ET
Use Open Listings to get leads, advertise, and expand your business. Learn how to post Open Listings that will show up on My State MLS’ public search. The member’s photo, name, and company will also be promoted on all their listings with this upgrade on My State MLS. Dawn Pfaff, founder and president of My State MLS, will be the moderator.

MH Authority – February 24, 2-3 p.m. ET
My State MLS listened to industry professionals to provide the tools that mobile and manufactured housing professionals really need and have an exclusive website (MHAuthority.com) for these listings. Sign up for this webinar and My State MLS will explain how to upload listings, get leads, and more. David Mink, vice president of operations and national trainer for My State MLS, will be the moderator.

Series: How to Win Listings for Different Types of Builds – March 10, 17, 24, 2-3 p.m. ET
In this month-long series, My State MLS will show real estate professionals how to get listings in new construction developments, pre-selling and re-selling multi-family homes, and how to list and sell exotic and unique properties. David Mink, vice president of operations and national trainer for My State MLS, will be the moderator.

To register, real estate and aspiring real estate professionals can visit: www.mystatemls.com/webinar_schedule

When:
2–3 p.m. ET
Thursday, Jan. 20
Thursday, Jan. 27
Thursday, Feb. 10
Thursday, Feb. 17
Thursday, Feb. 24
Thursday, March 10
Thursday, March 17
Thursday, March 24

Where:
Online. Participants will receive online directions with next steps after registering here.

Cost:
FREE

How:
Visit www.mystatemls.com/webinar_schedule to register.

About My State MLS
In 2009, Dawn Pfaff founded NY State MLS, a full multiple listings service (MLS) serving all 62 New York counties. Born from a desire to create a common-sense MLS solution, New York’s statewide Multiple Listing Service quickly garnered agents across the state, as well as nationwide attention and demand for the company’s services. In 2015, My State MLS, the first nationwide Multiple Listing Service of its kind, was created and today it has agents in all 50 states and Puerto Rico. LA State MLS debuted in October 2020. In December 2020, Pfaff and My State MLS launched MHAuthority.com, a premier website for manufactured housing listings. In addition to its MLSs, My State MLS’s services and products have expanded to include direct feeds to all major sites (Zillow, Trulia, Homes.com, Realtor.com and ListHub), international syndication, IDX feed, branded virtual tours, access to Professional Search, website design, private MLS administration and much more. For more information visit, www.mystatemls.com.

My State MLS to Host Free, Educational Webinars for Real Estate Professionals In January, February and March 1/20/22

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My State MLS to Host Free, Educational Webinars for Real Estate Professionals In January, February and March
Thursday, 01/20/2022-, 02:00 pm-03:00 pm
Website
Cost:

What/Who:
My State MLS, the first nationwide Multiple Listing Service of its kind with agents in all 50 states and Puerto Rico, is hosting free webinars in January, February and March for real estate professionals looking to grow their career and market their listings with an MLS that caters to their specific needs.

The webinars will teach real estate professionals how to grow their business, how to use new tools that My State MLS offers its members, including how to upload manufactured housing listings to MHAuthoirty.com.

All webinars take place on Thursdays from 2-3 p.m. ET. Please see the webinar schedule and registration details below:

New Year, New Growth – January 20, 2-3 p.m. ET
Getting a head start on resolutions? It’s no secret that the past few years have been characterized by a real estate frenzy, and early predictions indicate that 2022 likely won’t be much different. On this webinar, My State MLS will cover its top tips to keep that momentum going to grow a business, territory and team. David Mink, vice president of operations and national trainer for My State MLS, will be the moderator.

New Career in the Real Estate and CE Shop – January 27, 2-3 p.m. ET
The real estate and mortgage industries constantly evolve – and real estate education should too. My State MLS offers innovative CE Shop courses, created by industry experts, that are designed with real estate professionals’ success in mind, no matter if they’re new to the industry or a seasoned veteran. David Mink, vice president of operations and national trainer for My State MLS, will be the moderator.

My State MLS Pro Search and Networking – February 10, 2-3 p.m. ET
Professional Search is one of the most powerful tools for members of My State MLS. In this webinar, My State MLS will show attendees how to gain an edge on the competition, quickly laser target properties for clients, easily appraise property values, and how to network with other agents for those valuable referrals. David Mink, vice president of operations and national trainer for My State MLS, will be the moderator.

Open Listing Advertisement – February 17, 2-3 p.m. ET
Use Open Listings to get leads, advertise, and expand your business. Learn how to post Open Listings that will show up on My State MLS’ public search. The member’s photo, name, and company will also be promoted on all their listings with this upgrade on My State MLS. Dawn Pfaff, founder and president of My State MLS, will be the moderator.

MH Authority – February 24, 2-3 p.m. ET
My State MLS listened to industry professionals to provide the tools that mobile and manufactured housing professionals really need and have an exclusive website (MHAuthority.com) for these listings. Sign up for this webinar and My State MLS will explain how to upload listings, get leads, and more. David Mink, vice president of operations and national trainer for My State MLS, will be the moderator.

Series: How to Win Listings for Different Types of Builds – March 10, 17, 24, 2-3 p.m. ET
In this month-long series, My State MLS will show real estate professionals how to get listings in new construction developments, pre-selling and re-selling multi-family homes, and how to list and sell exotic and unique properties. David Mink, vice president of operations and national trainer for My State MLS, will be the moderator.

To register, real estate and aspiring real estate professionals can visit: www.mystatemls.com/webinar_schedule

When:
2–3 p.m. ET
Thursday, Jan. 20
Thursday, Jan. 27
Thursday, Feb. 10
Thursday, Feb. 17
Thursday, Feb. 24
Thursday, March 10
Thursday, March 17
Thursday, March 24

Where:
Online. Participants will receive online directions with next steps after registering here.

Cost:
FREE

How:
Visit www.mystatemls.com/webinar_schedule to register.

About My State MLS
In 2009, Dawn Pfaff founded NY State MLS, a full multiple listings service (MLS) serving all 62 New York counties. Born from a desire to create a common-sense MLS solution, New York’s statewide Multiple Listing Service quickly garnered agents across the state, as well as nationwide attention and demand for the company’s services. In 2015, My State MLS, the first nationwide Multiple Listing Service of its kind, was created and today it has agents in all 50 states and Puerto Rico. LA State MLS debuted in October 2020. In December 2020, Pfaff and My State MLS launched MHAuthority.com, a premier website for manufactured housing listings. In addition to its MLSs, My State MLS’s services and products have expanded to include direct feeds to all major sites (Zillow, Trulia, Homes.com, Realtor.com and ListHub), international syndication, IDX feed, branded virtual tours, access to Professional Search, website design, private MLS administration and much more. For more information visit, www.mystatemls.com.

My State MLS to Host Free, Educational Webinars for Real Estate Professionals In January, February and March 3/10/22

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My State MLS to Host Free, Educational Webinars for Real Estate Professionals In January, February and March
Thursday, 03/10/2022-, 02:00 pm-03:00 pm

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Website
Cost:

Requiring social distancing?
Requiring masks?
Providing hand sanitizer?

What/Who:
My State MLS, the first nationwide Multiple Listing Service of its kind with agents in all 50 states and Puerto Rico, is hosting free webinars in January, February and March for real estate professionals looking to grow their career and market their listings with an MLS that caters to their specific needs.

The webinars will teach real estate professionals how to grow their business, how to use new tools that My State MLS offers its members, including how to upload manufactured housing listings to MHAuthoirty.com.

All webinars take place on Thursdays from 2-3 p.m. ET. Please see the webinar schedule and registration details below:

New Year, New Growth – January 20, 2-3 p.m. ET
Getting a head start on resolutions? It’s no secret that the past few years have been characterized by a real estate frenzy, and early predictions indicate that 2022 likely won’t be much different. On this webinar, My State MLS will cover its top tips to keep that momentum going to grow a business, territory and team. David Mink, vice president of operations and national trainer for My State MLS, will be the moderator.

New Career in the Real Estate and CE Shop – January 27, 2-3 p.m. ET
The real estate and mortgage industries constantly evolve – and real estate education should too. My State MLS offers innovative CE Shop courses, created by industry experts, that are designed with real estate professionals’ success in mind, no matter if they’re new to the industry or a seasoned veteran. David Mink, vice president of operations and national trainer for My State MLS, will be the moderator.

My State MLS Pro Search and Networking – February 10, 2-3 p.m. ET
Professional Search is one of the most powerful tools for members of My State MLS. In this webinar, My State MLS will show attendees how to gain an edge on the competition, quickly laser target properties for clients, easily appraise property values, and how to network with other agents for those valuable referrals. David Mink, vice president of operations and national trainer for My State MLS, will be the moderator.

Open Listing Advertisement – February 17, 2-3 p.m. ET
Use Open Listings to get leads, advertise, and expand your business. Learn how to post Open Listings that will show up on My State MLS’ public search. The member’s photo, name, and company will also be promoted on all their listings with this upgrade on My State MLS. Dawn Pfaff, founder and president of My State MLS, will be the moderator.

MH Authority – February 24, 2-3 p.m. ET
My State MLS listened to industry professionals to provide the tools that mobile and manufactured housing professionals really need and have an exclusive website (MHAuthority.com) for these listings. Sign up for this webinar and My State MLS will explain how to upload listings, get leads, and more. David Mink, vice president of operations and national trainer for My State MLS, will be the moderator.

Series: How to Win Listings for Different Types of Builds – March 10, 17, 24, 2-3 p.m. ET
In this month-long series, My State MLS will show real estate professionals how to get listings in new construction developments, pre-selling and re-selling multi-family homes, and how to list and sell exotic and unique properties. David Mink, vice president of operations and national trainer for My State MLS, will be the moderator.

To register, real estate and aspiring real estate professionals can visit: www.mystatemls.com/webinar_schedule

When:
2–3 p.m. ET
Thursday, Jan. 20
Thursday, Jan. 27
Thursday, Feb. 10
Thursday, Feb. 17
Thursday, Feb. 24
Thursday, March 10
Thursday, March 17
Thursday, March 24

Where:
Online. Participants will receive online directions with next steps after registering here.

Cost:
FREE

How:
Visit www.mystatemls.com/webinar_schedule to register.

About My State MLS
In 2009, Dawn Pfaff founded NY State MLS, a full multiple listings service (MLS) serving all 62 New York counties. Born from a desire to create a common-sense MLS solution, New York’s statewide Multiple Listing Service quickly garnered agents across the state, as well as nationwide attention and demand for the company’s services. In 2015, My State MLS, the first nationwide Multiple Listing Service of its kind, was created and today it has agents in all 50 states and Puerto Rico. LA State MLS debuted in October 2020. In December 2020, Pfaff and My State MLS launched MHAuthority.com, a premier website for manufactured housing listings. In addition to its MLSs, My State MLS’s services and products have expanded to include direct feeds to all major sites (Zillow, Trulia, Homes.com, Realtor.com and ListHub), international syndication, IDX feed, branded virtual tours, access to Professional Search, website design, private MLS administration and much more. For more information visit, www.mystatemls.com.

My State MLS to Host Free, Educational Webinars for Real Estate Professionals In January, February and March 2/24/22

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My State MLS to Host Free, Educational Webinars for Real Estate Professionals In January, February and March
Thursday, 02/24/2022-, 02:00 pm-03:00 pm

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Website
Cost:

Requiring social distancing?
Requiring masks?
Providing hand sanitizer?

What/Who:
My State MLS, the first nationwide Multiple Listing Service of its kind with agents in all 50 states and Puerto Rico, is hosting free webinars in January, February and March for real estate professionals looking to grow their career and market their listings with an MLS that caters to their specific needs.

The webinars will teach real estate professionals how to grow their business, how to use new tools that My State MLS offers its members, including how to upload manufactured housing listings to MHAuthoirty.com.

All webinars take place on Thursdays from 2-3 p.m. ET. Please see the webinar schedule and registration details below:

New Year, New Growth – January 20, 2-3 p.m. ET
Getting a head start on resolutions? It’s no secret that the past few years have been characterized by a real estate frenzy, and early predictions indicate that 2022 likely won’t be much different. On this webinar, My State MLS will cover its top tips to keep that momentum going to grow a business, territory and team. David Mink, vice president of operations and national trainer for My State MLS, will be the moderator.

New Career in the Real Estate and CE Shop – January 27, 2-3 p.m. ET
The real estate and mortgage industries constantly evolve – and real estate education should too. My State MLS offers innovative CE Shop courses, created by industry experts, that are designed with real estate professionals’ success in mind, no matter if they’re new to the industry or a seasoned veteran. David Mink, vice president of operations and national trainer for My State MLS, will be the moderator.

My State MLS Pro Search and Networking – February 10, 2-3 p.m. ET
Professional Search is one of the most powerful tools for members of My State MLS. In this webinar, My State MLS will show attendees how to gain an edge on the competition, quickly laser target properties for clients, easily appraise property values, and how to network with other agents for those valuable referrals. David Mink, vice president of operations and national trainer for My State MLS, will be the moderator.

Open Listing Advertisement – February 17, 2-3 p.m. ET
Use Open Listings to get leads, advertise, and expand your business. Learn how to post Open Listings that will show up on My State MLS’ public search. The member’s photo, name, and company will also be promoted on all their listings with this upgrade on My State MLS. Dawn Pfaff, founder and president of My State MLS, will be the moderator.

MH Authority – February 24, 2-3 p.m. ET
My State MLS listened to industry professionals to provide the tools that mobile and manufactured housing professionals really need and have an exclusive website (MHAuthority.com) for these listings. Sign up for this webinar and My State MLS will explain how to upload listings, get leads, and more. David Mink, vice president of operations and national trainer for My State MLS, will be the moderator.

Series: How to Win Listings for Different Types of Builds – March 10, 17, 24, 2-3 p.m. ET
In this month-long series, My State MLS will show real estate professionals how to get listings in new construction developments, pre-selling and re-selling multi-family homes, and how to list and sell exotic and unique properties. David Mink, vice president of operations and national trainer for My State MLS, will be the moderator.

To register, real estate and aspiring real estate professionals can visit: www.mystatemls.com/webinar_schedule

When:
2–3 p.m. ET
Thursday, Jan. 20
Thursday, Jan. 27
Thursday, Feb. 10
Thursday, Feb. 17
Thursday, Feb. 24
Thursday, March 10
Thursday, March 17
Thursday, March 24

Where:
Online. Participants will receive online directions with next steps after registering here.

Cost:
FREE

How:
Visit www.mystatemls.com/webinar_schedule to register.

About My State MLS
In 2009, Dawn Pfaff founded NY State MLS, a full multiple listings service (MLS) serving all 62 New York counties. Born from a desire to create a common-sense MLS solution, New York’s statewide Multiple Listing Service quickly garnered agents across the state, as well as nationwide attention and demand for the company’s services. In 2015, My State MLS, the first nationwide Multiple Listing Service of its kind, was created and today it has agents in all 50 states and Puerto Rico. LA State MLS debuted in October 2020. In December 2020, Pfaff and My State MLS launched MHAuthority.com, a premier website for manufactured housing listings. In addition to its MLSs, My State MLS’s services and products have expanded to include direct feeds to all major sites (Zillow, Trulia, Homes.com, Realtor.com and ListHub), international syndication, IDX feed, branded virtual tours, access to Professional Search, website design, private MLS administration and much more. For more information visit, www.mystatemls.com.

My State MLS to Host Free, Educational Webinars for Real Estate Professionals In January, February and March 2/17/22

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My State MLS to Host Free, Educational Webinars for Real Estate Professionals In January, February and March
Thursday, 02/17/2022-, 02:00 pm-03:00 pm

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Website
Cost:

Requiring social distancing?
Requiring masks?
Providing hand sanitizer?

What/Who:
My State MLS, the first nationwide Multiple Listing Service of its kind with agents in all 50 states and Puerto Rico, is hosting free webinars in January, February and March for real estate professionals looking to grow their career and market their listings with an MLS that caters to their specific needs.

The webinars will teach real estate professionals how to grow their business, how to use new tools that My State MLS offers its members, including how to upload manufactured housing listings to MHAuthoirty.com.

All webinars take place on Thursdays from 2-3 p.m. ET. Please see the webinar schedule and registration details below:

New Year, New Growth – January 20, 2-3 p.m. ET
Getting a head start on resolutions? It’s no secret that the past few years have been characterized by a real estate frenzy, and early predictions indicate that 2022 likely won’t be much different. On this webinar, My State MLS will cover its top tips to keep that momentum going to grow a business, territory and team. David Mink, vice president of operations and national trainer for My State MLS, will be the moderator.

New Career in the Real Estate and CE Shop – January 27, 2-3 p.m. ET
The real estate and mortgage industries constantly evolve – and real estate education should too. My State MLS offers innovative CE Shop courses, created by industry experts, that are designed with real estate professionals’ success in mind, no matter if they’re new to the industry or a seasoned veteran. David Mink, vice president of operations and national trainer for My State MLS, will be the moderator.

My State MLS Pro Search and Networking – February 10, 2-3 p.m. ET
Professional Search is one of the most powerful tools for members of My State MLS. In this webinar, My State MLS will show attendees how to gain an edge on the competition, quickly laser target properties for clients, easily appraise property values, and how to network with other agents for those valuable referrals. David Mink, vice president of operations and national trainer for My State MLS, will be the moderator.

Open Listing Advertisement – February 17, 2-3 p.m. ET
Use Open Listings to get leads, advertise, and expand your business. Learn how to post Open Listings that will show up on My State MLS’ public search. The member’s photo, name, and company will also be promoted on all their listings with this upgrade on My State MLS. Dawn Pfaff, founder and president of My State MLS, will be the moderator.

MH Authority – February 24, 2-3 p.m. ET
My State MLS listened to industry professionals to provide the tools that mobile and manufactured housing professionals really need and have an exclusive website (MHAuthority.com) for these listings. Sign up for this webinar and My State MLS will explain how to upload listings, get leads, and more. David Mink, vice president of operations and national trainer for My State MLS, will be the moderator.

Series: How to Win Listings for Different Types of Builds – March 10, 17, 24, 2-3 p.m. ET
In this month-long series, My State MLS will show real estate professionals how to get listings in new construction developments, pre-selling and re-selling multi-family homes, and how to list and sell exotic and unique properties. David Mink, vice president of operations and national trainer for My State MLS, will be the moderator.

To register, real estate and aspiring real estate professionals can visit: www.mystatemls.com/webinar_schedule

When:
2–3 p.m. ET
Thursday, Jan. 20
Thursday, Jan. 27
Thursday, Feb. 10
Thursday, Feb. 17
Thursday, Feb. 24
Thursday, March 10
Thursday, March 17
Thursday, March 24

Where:
Online. Participants will receive online directions with next steps after registering here.

Cost:
FREE

How:
Visit www.mystatemls.com/webinar_schedule to register.

About My State MLS
In 2009, Dawn Pfaff founded NY State MLS, a full multiple listings service (MLS) serving all 62 New York counties. Born from a desire to create a common-sense MLS solution, New York’s statewide Multiple Listing Service quickly garnered agents across the state, as well as nationwide attention and demand for the company’s services. In 2015, My State MLS, the first nationwide Multiple Listing Service of its kind, was created and today it has agents in all 50 states and Puerto Rico. LA State MLS debuted in October 2020. In December 2020, Pfaff and My State MLS launched MHAuthority.com, a premier website for manufactured housing listings. In addition to its MLSs, My State MLS’s services and products have expanded to include direct feeds to all major sites (Zillow, Trulia, Homes.com, Realtor.com and ListHub), international syndication, IDX feed, branded virtual tours, access to Professional Search, website design, private MLS administration and much more. For more information visit, www.mystatemls.com.

American Academy Presents “Supporting Autonomy and Self-Motivation in Young People with ADHD” 1/27/22

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American Academy Presents “Supporting Autonomy and Self-Motivation in Young People with ADHD”
Thursday, 01/27/2022-, 07:00 pm-08:00 pm

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Cost: Free

Requiring social distancing?
Requiring masks?
Providing hand sanitizer?

What/Who:
American Academy is pleased to host “Supporting Autonomy and Self-Motivation in Young People with ADHD,” a virtual event via Zoom on Thursday, Jan. 27 at 7:00 pm. This event is part of American Academy’s monthly program, “Experts in Learning Differences: A Speaker Series.” Hosted by Alexandra Rollins, admissions director of the American Academy Program, the speaker for the January event is Maggie Sibley, Ph.D.

Dr. Sibley is a licensed clinical psychologist in the states of Florida and Washington and Associate Professor of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences at Seattle Children’s Research Institute, as well as Adjunct Associate Professor of Psychiatry & Behavioral Health at Florida International University. She directs a program of research that focuses on creating engaging, evidence-based interventions for students with ADHD. Her research is funded by the National Institute of Mental Health and the U.S. Department of Education. She is a member of the professional advisory board of Children and Adults with Attention Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD), a member of the Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers (MINT), and the author of a comprehensive guide to treating ADHD in teenagers (Guilford Press, 2016). She has authored over 100 scientific articles on ADHD.

The speaker series will be streamed live virtually, as well as available for viewing following each event. The purpose of the speaker series is to educate families about topics that relate to mild learning differences and are relevant today. All of the speakers are experts in the various disciplines of each topic. The American Academy’s goal is to provide families with a safe space to ask questions and strengthen their knowledge about how to ensure the success of their child.

For more information about the speaker series, please visit: https://www.ah-americanacademy.com/speaker-series.

When:
Thursday, January 27; 7-8 p.m.

How:
For more information and to reserve a spot, visit https://www.ah-americanacademy.com/speaker-series.
Limited spots are available for this free, online, and live event.

Cost:
Free

About the American Academy Program: American Academy is a college preparatory program for advanced students with mild learning differences, such as dyslexia, ADHD, and auditory processing. The program is on the campus of American Heritage Schools, the class sizes are smaller, and the teachers are licensed and certified in teaching special education for students with mild learning differences.

For more information about the American Academy Program, visit its website or email admissions@ahschool.com.

Broward Campus: (954) 472-0022 ext. 3021 or email admissions.pl@ahschool.com
Palm Beach Campus: (561) 495-7272 ext. 219 or email admissions.bd@ahschool.com

Island City Stage Presents a Behind the Red Curtain Free Public Forum: Bias and Racism in Our Culture – How do we evolve? 1/11/22

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Island City Stage Presents a Behind the Red Curtain Free Public Forum: Bias and Racism in Our Culture – How do we evolve?
Tuesday, 01/11/2022-, 06:00 pm-07:30 pm
Island City Stage
2304 N. Dixie Highway,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33305
RSVP / Register
Cost: Free

Requiring social distancing? NO REPLY
Requiring masks? YES
Providing hand sanitizer? NO REPLY

Racism, homophobia and self-hatred seethe through Island City Stage’s world premiere of Andrew Kramer’s political mystery thriller, Armature, debuting on January 27. Prior to its opening, the award-winning theatre company invites the community to take part in its second Behind the Red Curtain free public forum entitled “Bias and Racism in Our Culture – How do we evolve?” at its theatre.

Guest panelists will include Anthony Abbate, chair, Racial Equity Council of the Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce; Patricia Zeiler, executive director, History Fort Lauderdale, Walter Honaman, supervising attorney, Children’s Advocacy Program, Legal Aid Service of Broward County; Dwayne Rayner, executive director, Partners in Racial Justice and Karen Stephens, award-winning actress.

This forum is supported by the Racial Equality Council of the Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce.

Armature runs from January 27 – February 27, 2022. Directed by Michael Leeds and Andy Rogow, Armature is a searing story of love, lust and betrayal. A “burning” is the undercurrent of this gripping drama of which the Armature Bar is at the epicenter. The play connects the stories of two sexy, troubled gay men and a Black family whose matriarch is running for political office.

Armature features an ensemble cast including Karen Stephens as Blythe, Matthew Salas as Evan, Michael Ford as Shod, and Yesenia Ozuna as Monica. Joining them is Kent Chambers Wilson (Mama) and Keith Wade (Denson).

Island City Stage’s 10th anniversary 2021-22 season kicked off with The Twentieth Century Way by Tom Jacobson in October. Upcoming productions include Suddenly Last Summer by Tennessee Williams from March 17 – April 17, 2022; The Mystery of Irma Vep by Charles Ludlam from June 9 – July 10, 2022 and One In Two by Donja R. Love from August 4 – September 4, 2022.

In honor of its 10th anniversary season, Island City Stage created The Behind the Red Curtain free public forum series to engage the community in timely, relevant issues that are both addressed in its productions and affect the South Florida community. Follow Island City Stage on Facebook at facebook.com/IslandCityStageFL and on Instagram at @islandcitystage1.

Voices of Our Community: Race, Risk, and Resilience – LIBERTY CITY 12/17/21

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Voices of Our Community: Race, Risk, and Resilience – LIBERTY CITY
Friday, 12/17/2021-, 06:00 pm-08:00 pm
Carrie Meek Senior Center (Charles Hadley Park)
1350 NW 50 street,
Miami, Florida, 33142
Eventbrite
Cost: FREE

Requiring social distancing? YES
Requiring masks? OPTIONAL
Providing hand sanitizer? YES

The two-hour Liberty City community event is a creative arts showcase of residents sharing their perspectives on race, risk, and resillence under the weight of the inequalities surrounding disaster and economics.
Community artists and residents will share their experiences and insights through oral histories, performances, and various art mediums. Refreshments will be served.

6:00 – 7:00 pm ARTWALK Featuring Liberty City Artists (appetizers served)
7:00-8:00 pm Creative Arts Program Featuring community groups, theater, and individuals artistically sharing their experiences.

FREE EVENT – FREE PARKING

Monthly Psychedelic Series at Soho Beach House Miami 12/20/21

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Monthly Psychedelic Series at Soho Beach House Miami
Monday, 12/20/2021-, 07:00 pm-10:00 pm
Soho Beach House
4385 Collins Ave,
Miami Beach, Florida, 33140
Website
Cost: Free

Requiring social distancing? YES
Requiring masks? OPTIONAL
Providing hand sanitizer? NO

What/Who:
On Monday, Dec. 20 at 7 p.m., Dustin Robinson, Esq. CPA, will present his monthly Psychedelic Series at Soho Beach House Miami. The panel will feature Molly Maloof, MD, founder of Adamo Bioscience, and Jay Godfrey, co-founder of Nushama Psychedelic Wellness.

Robinson is Founding Partner of Mr. Cannabis Law – a full service law firm focused on the cannabis and psychedelic industries; Co-Founder of Mr. Psychedelic Law – a non-profit focused on psychedelic legal reform; and Managing Principal of Iter Investments – a venture capital firm deploying capital across the psychedelic ecosystem.

Dr. Maloof – physician, technologist and entrepreneur – is on a mission to radically extend healthspan, maximize human potential, and redefine health care using medicine, technology, education and media. Her fascination with innovation permeates her concierge medical practice that is focused on providing personalized medicine to entrepreneurs, technology executives, investors and celebrities. She has consulted with more than 45 companies in the digital health, consumer health, and biotechnology industries needing help with clinical strategy, product development, clinical research and scientific marketing. Dr. Maloof most recently founded Adamo Bioscience and offers a health optimization program that is tailored to help create the healthiest version of oneself.

Godfrey is a co-founder of Nushama Psychedelic Wellness – a network of legal psychedelic wellness clinics to treat depression, anxiety, PTSD, opioid addictions, alcoholism, OCD, eating disorders and other ailments of the spirit. His fascination and exploration into the therapeutic benefits of plant medicine came with realization that three years of traditional talk therapy was insufficient to get to the root of his stress. After working with physicians, shamans, reading dozens of books and research papers, and talking with thought leaders in the psychedelic ecosystem, he felt the gravitational pull to help others in similar situations. Nushama was born out of Godfrey’s desire to partner with the most experienced physicians and business minds to create novel treatment alternatives and build the infrastructure for the future of psychedelic medicine.

Moderated by Robinson, each private monthly panel features experts in the psychedelics space from CEOs, doctors, lawyers and celebrities. Past panelists include NBA Champion Lamar Odom, Stanley Cup champion Daniel Carcillo, Psilera Bioscience CEO Chris Witowski, PhD, Silo Wellness CEO Douglas K. Gordon, Michelle Weiner, DO, MPH, and others.

When:
Monday, Dec. 20, 2021; 7 p.m. EST

Where:
Soho Beach House Miami
4385 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, FL 33140

How:
The event is private and only open to Soho Beach House members.

To RSVP, please visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/psychedelic-panel-series-tickets-225859209977

American Heritage Schools Invites Educators to Its Virtual “Continuing Education Webinar and Job Fair” 12/25/21

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American Heritage Schools Invites Educators to Its Virtual “Continuing Education Webinar and Job Fair”
Wednesday, 12/15/2021-, 07:00 pm-10:00 pm
Website
Cost: FREE

Requiring social distancing?
Requiring masks?
Providing hand sanitizer?

What/Who:
American Heritage Schools, the top-ranked PK-3 through 12 college preparatory school, invites educators from throughout the country to its virtual “Continuing Education Webinar and Job Fair” on Wednesday, Dec. 15 at 7:00 p.m. From the convenience of their homes, attendees will learn about job opportunities available at the schools’ Broward Campus and Palm Beach Campus and earn 1.5 hours of continuing education credit by attending a keynote address given by nationally recognized science teacher, Casey Bethel.

American Heritage Schools is one of the top four largest private schools in the nation, and among the top 20 largest employers in South Florida. It is headed by educators rather than a board of directors, and maintains subsidiary departments in-house, such as Admissions, Human Resources, Curriculum Development, and PR/Marketing. The Schools also offer free tuition for employees’ children and salary supplementation for additional roles, including tutoring during the year and teaching at the Summer Institute over the summer.

The topic of Bethel’s webinar is “Teaching with Growth Mindset: Steps to Success.” Bethel is an experienced AP Physics, AP Biology and Physical Science teacher from New Manchester High in Douglasville, Georgia. He is currently the Science and STEM Director for the district while also teaching part-time. He is a powerful and engaging motivational speaker who is sought after by schools, school systems, and civic organizations all across the country. Bethel was Georgia Teacher of the Year in 2017 and has inspired educators across the nation through his many keynote addresses and appearances at conferences and schools, including Teach Your Heart Out, ASCD Empower conferences, and the National Network of State Teachers of the Year.

“We are always seeking qualified educators who are passionate and motivated to work with the best and brightest students in the nation,” said Dr. Douglas Laurie, president of American Heritage Schools. “Our ‘Continuing Education Webinar and Job Fair’ will give job-seekers the chance to discover who we are and the current positions we have available, while at the same time get empowered and gain knowledge about new trends in teaching from an inspirational speaker and nationally renowned educator, Casey Bethel.”

Date/Time:
Wednesday, Dec. 15 at 7:00 p.m. EST

Where:
Virtual via Zoom. Attendees may watch from the convenience of their homes.

Cost/How:
The virtual webinar and job fair is free to attend. For more information about American Heritage Schools’ Continuing Education & Job Fair and registration, please click here.

Any questions may be sent by email to Olivia Jenkins at olivia.jenkins@ahschool.com.

For more information about American Heritage Schools’ open positions, please visit https://www.ahschool.com/careers-at-ahs.

About American Heritage Schools: American Heritage Schools, founded in 1965, is a nationally-ranked private, nonsectarian, and co-educational college preparatory day school with two 40-acre campuses–one in Plantation, Florida; and one in Delray Beach, Florida. Its campuses serve approximately 4,800 students in Pre-K3 through 12th grades, and the student body represents over 60 different countries throughout the world. Approximately 70 percent of the faculty holds postgraduate degrees. American Heritage Schools is nationally and internationally accredited by the following associations: Association of Independent Schools of Florida (AISF), Middle States Association (MSA-CESS), and National Council for Private Schools. The Lower School includes advanced classes and 15 electives, and the Upper School offers over 300 courses with 138 honors classes, 28 Advanced Placement classes, and 75 fine arts classes. Pre-professional programs are offered in pre-med, pre-law, pre-engineering, biomedical engineering, computer science, and business & entrepreneurship which are taught daily by doctors, surgeons, lawyers, judges, engineers, computer scientists, and business leaders currently practicing in their fields. For 12 years, American Heritage Schools has been ranked the No. 1 high school in Florida for the highest number of National Merit Scholars, and the school is home to the No. 1 math competition team out of all private schools in the U.S. The Model UN team is top 5 in the nation, and the Speech and Debate team is in the top 1% in the nation. It is ranked among the top private schools in Florida in STEM, according to Niche. Its Science Research Institute enables students to conduct research on real-world problems, and its students have earned international recognition for their findings.

For more information about American Heritage Schools, visit the website, call, or email admissions at either campus.

Broward Campus: (954) 472-0022 ext. 3021 | email admissions.pl@ahschool.com
Palm Beach Campus: (561) 495-7272 ext. 219 | email admissions.bd@ahschool.com

World-Renowned Mathematics Professor and Social Entrepreneur To Speak At #1 College Prep School In The U.S. In Math Competition 12/11/21

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World-Renowned Mathematics Professor and Social Entrepreneur To Speak At #1 College Prep School In The U.S. In Math Competition
Saturday, 12/11/2021-, 09:00 am-01:30 pm
American Heritage Schools, Broward Campus
12200 W Broward Blvd,
Plantation, Florida, 33325
Website
Cost: Free

Requiring social distancing? YES
Requiring masks? OPTIONAL
Providing hand sanitizer? NO

American Heritage Schools is pleased to welcome internationally-acclaimed mathematics professor, coach, and entrepreneur Dr. Po-Shen Loh to its Fort Lauderdale campus on Saturday, December 11, in conjunction with the 2021 Middle School Math Invitational. Dr. Loh will host two guest lectures that are open to parents and students throughout the South Florida community.

Graduating top in his class at California Institute of Technology, Dr. Loh earned his doctorate in mathematics from Princeton University, and is a math professor in his 11th year at Carnegie Mellon University. He is also the national coach of the USA International Mathematical Olympiad team that achieved its first-ever back-to-back #1-rank victories in 2015 and 2016 and again in 2018 and 2019.

Dr. Loh’s work spans the mathematical spectrum, from research to education, and he focuses on a new approach to teaching advanced creative mathematical thinking to middle school students. Dr. Loh is the founder of the personalized learning platform, expii.com, which includes his series of free online math courses that reinvent the middle school math curriculum and motivate creative thinking.

“We are honored to host such a brilliant, dynamic, and entrepreneurial mathematician as Dr. Loh,” says Dr. Douglas Laurie, president of American Heritage Schools. “Middle school is such a vital time for growth in math skills. We welcome students and parents throughout South Florida to come to our campus on December 11 and attend Dr. Loh’s lectures to get inspired about how math diligence can lead to great success.”
During the invitational at American Heritage Schools, the top-ranked school in the nation in mathematics, middle school mathletes from Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties will compete in two 60-minute tests consisting of material from pre-algebra through geometry, followed by a meet-and-greet with Dr. Loh.

American Heritage Schools is the No. 1 private school in Florida for nationally recognized scholars, math competition, science fair, mock trial, moot court, and speech and debate. Alumni are notable leaders in their chosen fields who are generating positive differences in the world. American Heritage Schools is an independent, non-sectarian, co-educational, college preparatory school in South Florida serving grades Pre-K3 to 12.

The public is invited to attend the following two guest lectures by Dr. Loh in person:
• 9:00-10:15 a.m.: “Roadmap to Success in School, College, and Beyond, Paved by Math”
• 12:30-1:30 p.m.: “Math in Games, Strategy, and Invention”

For more information, visit https://www.ahschool.com/poshen-loh.

To RSVP: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScY_fvxP9GeGxKKF18bQe2OL8OX4YP4K9qhUunHle__RrMolw/viewform

Address:
American Heritage Schools, Broward Campus
12200 W Broward Blvd, Plantation, FL 33325

Date: Saturday, December 11

Time: 9:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Global Connections – Combatting Antisemitism’s Resurgence 12/15/21

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Global Connections – Combatting Antisemitism’s Resurgence
Wednesday, 12/15/2021-12/15/2021, 04:00 pm-05:00 pm
Virtual Location
Cost: free

Robert Siegel (former Senior Host of NPR’s All Things Considered for 31 years) interviews Kenneth Stern (Director, Bard Center for the Study of Hate; Author, The Conflict over The Conflict: The Israel/Palestine Campus Debate), Dr. Sharon Nazarian (Senior Vice President, International Affairs, Anti-Defamation League), Prof. Ira Forman (Adjunct Professor on Anti-Semitism at Georgetown’s Center for Jewish Civilization), James Carroll (National Book Award-winning author, Constantine’s Sword: The Church & the Jews). 12/15, 4pm ET. FREE REGISTRATION: https://rb.gy/vzfvcb

Global Connections is free to the public. REGISTER HERE: https://rb.gy/vzfvcb

Watch previous programs at: https://rb.gy/c8e9un.

Global Connections: Navigating the New Normal with Robert Siegel is presented monthly by American Friends of Rabin Medical Center (AFRMC), a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit charitable organization based in New York City. AFRMC not only directly support services at Rabin Medical Center in Israel, but also believes in supporting our global community with information, education, and awareness of the most pressing topics for our health and well-being. After the initial program, it can be viewed on JBS TV and on AFRMC’s YouTube and Facebook. Learn more at www.afrmc.org. For further information email: afrmc@afrmc.org or call 212-279-2522.

Maris Raff Art Basel Experience 11/30/21

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Maris Raff Art Basel Experience
Tuesday, 11/30/2021-11/01/2021, 07:00 pm-12:00 am
New World Symphony
500 17th ST,
Miami Beach, Florida, 33139
Website
Cost: $150

Requiring social distancing? YES
Requiring masks? OPTIONAL
Providing hand sanitizer? YES

Maris Raff Art Basel Experience will be a revolutionary conversation from the best entrepreneurs from around world. With an exclusive art exhibit by the famous street artist Eduardo Kobra known for his massive brightly colored murals with dramatic lines.

During the event, the audience will have the chance to hear from five well established entrepreneurs: star athlete turned star entrepreneur Joel Moraes, creator of Mentoria “Me Treina” Carol Cantelli, Judge on Shark Tank Brazil Cris Arcangelli, best-selling author Chistian Barbosa and financial educator and Youtuber Thiago Nigro. The speakers will discuss a variety of business pro tips and stories of their successes that will inspire future business owners. The event will wrap up with a rooftop afterparty, perfect for networking with inspiring friends.

History Fort Lauderdale’s “Meet the Author” Zoom Series Featuring Erika Obando 11/11/21

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History Fort Lauderdale’s “Meet the Author” Zoom Series Featuring Erika Obando
Thursday, 11/11/2021-, 12:00 pm-01:00 pm
Eventbrite
Cost: Free

History Fort Lauderdale, proud steward of our community’s past by making our heritage accessible and engaging to residents and visitors, will feature inspirational speaker, women’s advocate and writer Erika Obando on the next November 11 noon segment of its “Meet the Author” interactive Zoom series. The free series takes place on the second Thursday of each month. Viewers may register at https://bit.ly/HFLMeetTheAuthorObando.

A relentless advocate for defining a life with purpose, Erika Obando has made it her mission to leave impactful ripples for generations to come. An active international speaker, author, mentor and community leader, her legacy is to guide others in changing the narratives of their lives. Her efforts focus on women empowerment, youth enrichment and advocating lifestyle pivots using the art of reinvention. She took the renown TEDx Stage in which she shared her story – When Breaking Points Lead To Empowerment – a look into her life’s journey of resiliency and perseverance. Using her own story’s success as the platform, she teaches the tools of transforming yourself from being a Victim to being Victorious.

Obando’s latest book, Without A Voice, details her own personal struggles. Brought to the United States illegally by Colombian parents seeking a better life for their family, Erika Obando allows her readers a candid view of the horrors and hardships she endured and how she used them to transform her life. This powerful, coming of age story traces Erika’s growth into a resolute young woman who struggled to overcome incredible odds and build a solid and successful life for her son, herself and those who follow in her footsteps. It is available on Amazon (USA and International) Barnes & Noble, Books-A-Million, Indie Bound & Porchlight an on her website erikaobando.com/

Obando joins esteemed writers including beloved children’s author Harvey Oyer, III, New York Times bestselling author Laura Duksta, Cesar A. Becerra, Dr. Joe Knetsch, Y.M. Masson, architect and historic preservation consultant Arthur Jay Marcus, historian John Bailey, plus novelists Kingsley Guy and Donn R. Colee, Jr. as part of History Fort Lauderdale’s prestigious “Meet the Author” series, a chance to converse with Florida-based writers, launched in February. Upcoming novelists will be announced.

History Fort Lauderdale is currently open seven days a week, from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., with
docent guided tours, daily, at 1, 2 and 3 p.m. Group walking tours are available upon special request. Admission is $15 for adults; $12 for seniors and $7 for students (through age 22 with a valid student ID). Admission is free for members, military and children ages six and under. Tickets are available online at HistoryFortLauderdaleTickets.

For more information, please call (954) 463-4431 or visit historyfortlauderdale.org. Follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/ftlhistory, on Instagram @ftlhistory, on Twitter @FTLHistory and subscribe on YouTube at youtube.com/user/FTLhistory.

Exploring The Seminole Culture and Impact in Florida 11/4/21

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Exploring The Seminole Culture and Impact in Florida
Thursday, 11/04/2021-, 01:30 pm-03:30 pm

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Virtual Location
Cost: Free

Requiring social distancing?
Requiring masks?
Providing hand sanitizer?

Explore the Seminole Indian lifestyle, culture, and how cultural institutions can best tell their stories in 2-part webinar series.
About this event
The webinar and panel series will highlight Seminole culture, history, innovation, and customer targeting.

The first webinar will explore the history of the Seminole Tribe in the Florida region, their connection to Historic Virginia Key Beach Park, and Black Seminole Indians.

The second webinar will focus on Seminole innovation, transformation of the Seminole culture, how cultural institutions can tell their story, and how businesses can appeal to Seminole customer preferences.

Albizu University Presents Virtual Lecture on Hispanic Neuropsychology Professionals in the United States 11/16/21

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Albizu University Presents Virtual Lecture on Hispanic Neuropsychology Professionals in the United States
Tuesday, 11/16/2021-, 10:00 am-11:00 am
RSVP / Register
Cost: Free

Join Albizu University and internationally renowned neuropsychologist Juan Arango-Lasprilla, Ph.D. on November 16 at 10 a.m. to explore the status of Hispanic individuals working in the field of neuropsychology in the United States and discuss the implications of their practice.
The field of neuropsychology has not been able to keep up with the ever-growing rate of the Hispanic/Latino population in the U.S. (currently the largest and growing minority population in the U.S. / will reach 111.22 million by 2060) and this could be attributed, in part, to the cultural homogeneity of individuals who usually pursue specialization in this field, while the number of ethnic minorities who do so has remained low.
This virtual event is free and open to the public. To register and receive the Zoom link, visit https://bit.ly/3lyY4iU

American Heritage Schools to Host Fall Virtual Open Houses 10/19/21

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American Heritage Schools to Host Fall Virtual Open Houses
Tuesday, 10/19/2021-, 09:00 am-11:00 am
Website
Cost:

What/Who:
The prestigious American Heritage Schools, voted one of the Best Private Schools in America in 2020 by Niche, is hosting fall virtual open house events that will stream live for its Broward and Palm Beach campuses. Each open house offers parents and students an opportunity to meet with American Heritage Schools’ team, including the admissions directors, teachers, program directors and principals. The Broward campus will host its virtual open houses on Oct. 23 at 12:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. and the Palm Beach campus will host its virtual open houses on Oct. 19 at 9:00 a.m. and Oct. 23 at 10:00 a.m.

The fall virtual open house will start with a brief introduction from school administrators, then will break into smaller groups to tour the campus. Participants will have the opportunity to hear about American Heritage School’s extensive curriculum from the educators. The school’s goal is to introduce guests to the campus, the curriculum, philosophy and culture so they can learn what makes American Heritage Schools the Best College Preparatory School in Florida.

American Heritage School in Broward, Florida, is the No. 1 high school in Florida for the highest number of National Merit Scholars; the school’s Palm Beach campus is No. 2 in National Merit Scholars out of all schools in Florida. Their combined students from both campuses comprise 9% of all National Merit Scholars Semifinalists throughout the 2,227 public and private schools in Florida.

This marks the 12th consecutive year American Heritage has had the highest number of National Merit Semifinalists in Florida. One in four students in the class of 2022 scored in the top one percent of students in the nation.

If families are unable to attend one of the Fall Virtual Open House and/or would prefer a one-on-one virtual tour, please call the Admissions Office directly.

When:
Palm Beach Campus
Tuesday, Oct. 19; 9:00 a.m. for grades Pre K3–5
Saturday, Oct. 23, 10:00 a.m. for grades 6-12.

How:
For more information and to reserve a spot, visit https://www.ahschool.com/open-house.
Spaces will be limited, so please RSVP as soon as possible.

About American Heritage Schools: American Heritage Schools, founded in 1965, is a nationally-ranked private, nonsectarian, and co-educational college preparatory day school with two 40-acre campuses: one in Plantation, Florida; and one in Delray Beach, Florida. Its campuses serve approximately 4,650 students in Pre-K3 through 12th grades; the student body represents over 60 different countries throughout the world. Approximately 70 percent of the faculty hold postgraduate degrees. American Heritage Schools is nationally and internationally accredited by the following associations: Association of Independent Schools of Florida (AISF), Middle States Association (MSA-CESS), and National Council for Private Schools. The Lower School includes advanced classes and 15 electives, and the Upper School offers over 300 courses with 138 honors classes, 28 Advanced Placement classes, and 75 fine arts classes. Pre-professional programs are offered in pre-med, pre-law, pre-engineering, biomedical engineering, and computer science that are taught daily by doctors, surgeons, lawyers, judges, engineers, and computer scientists currently practicing in their fields. For 12 years, American Heritage Schools has been ranked the No. 1 high school in Florida for the highest number of National Merit Scholars, and the school is home to the No. 1 math competition team out of all private schools in the U.S. The Model UN team is top 5 in the nation, and the Speech and Debate team is in the top 1% in the nation. It is ranked among the top private schools in Florida in STEM, according to Niche. Its Science Research Institute enables students to conduct research on real-world problems, and its students have earned international recognition for their findings.

For more information about American Heritage Schools, visit its website or email admissions@ahschool.com.

Palm Beach Campus: (561) 495-7272 ext. 219 or email admissions.bd@ahschool.com

American Heritage Schools to Host Fall Virtual Open Houses 10/23/21

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American Heritage Schools to Host Fall Virtual Open Houses
Saturday, 10/23/2021-, 12:00 pm-03:00 pm

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Website
Cost: Free

Requiring social distancing?
Requiring masks?
Providing hand sanitizer?

What/Who:
The prestigious American Heritage Schools, voted one of the Best Private Schools in America in 2020 by Niche, is hosting fall virtual open house events that will stream live for its Broward and Palm Beach campuses. Each open house offers parents and students an opportunity to meet with American Heritage Schools’ team, including the admissions directors, teachers, program directors and principals. The Broward campus will host its virtual open houses on Oct. 23 at 12:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. and the Palm Beach campus will host its virtual open houses on Oct. 19 at 9:00 a.m. and Oct. 23 at 10:00 a.m.

The fall virtual open house will start with a brief introduction from school administrators, then will break into smaller groups to tour the campus. Participants will have the opportunity to hear about American Heritage School’s extensive curriculum from the educators. The school’s goal is to introduce guests to the campus, the curriculum, philosophy and culture so they can learn what makes American Heritage Schools the Best College Preparatory School in Florida.

American Heritage School in Broward, Florida, is the No. 1 high school in Florida for the highest number of National Merit Scholars; the school’s Palm Beach campus is No. 2 in National Merit Scholars out of all schools in Florida. Their combined students from both campuses comprise 9% of all National Merit Scholars Semifinalists throughout the 2,227 public and private schools in Florida.

This marks the 12th consecutive year American Heritage has had the highest number of National Merit Semifinalists in Florida. One in four students in the class of 2022 scored in the top one percent of students in the nation.

If families are unable to attend one of the Fall Virtual Open House and/or would prefer a one-on-one virtual tour, please call the Admissions Office directly.

When:
Broward Campus
Saturday, Oct. 23; 12:00 p.m. for grades Pre K3–6
Saturday, Oct. 23; 2:00 p.m. for grades for 7–12

How:
For more information and to reserve a spot, visit https://www.ahschool.com/open-house.
Spaces will be limited, so please RSVP as soon as possible.

About American Heritage Schools: American Heritage Schools, founded in 1965, is a nationally-ranked private, nonsectarian, and co-educational college preparatory day school with two 40-acre campuses: one in Plantation, Florida; and one in Delray Beach, Florida. Its campuses serve approximately 4,650 students in Pre-K3 through 12th grades; the student body represents over 60 different countries throughout the world. Approximately 70 percent of the faculty hold postgraduate degrees. American Heritage Schools is nationally and internationally accredited by the following associations: Association of Independent Schools of Florida (AISF), Middle States Association (MSA-CESS), and National Council for Private Schools. The Lower School includes advanced classes and 15 electives, and the Upper School offers over 300 courses with 138 honors classes, 28 Advanced Placement classes, and 75 fine arts classes. Pre-professional programs are offered in pre-med, pre-law, pre-engineering, biomedical engineering, and computer science that are taught daily by doctors, surgeons, lawyers, judges, engineers, and computer scientists currently practicing in their fields. For 12 years, American Heritage Schools has been ranked the No. 1 high school in Florida for the highest number of National Merit Scholars, and the school is home to the No. 1 math competition team out of all private schools in the U.S. The Model UN team is top 5 in the nation, and the Speech and Debate team is in the top 1% in the nation. It is ranked among the top private schools in Florida in STEM, according to Niche. Its Science Research Institute enables students to conduct research on real-world problems, and its students have earned international recognition for their findings.

For more information about American Heritage Schools, visit its website or email admissions@ahschool.com.

Broward Campus: (954) 472-0022 ext. 3021 or email admissions.pl@ahschool.com

Surfside’s Popular Walking Tours Return 10/24/21, 11/14/21, 1/9/22, 2/20/22

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Surfside’s Popular Walking Tours Return
Sunday, 10/24/2021-02/20/2022, 11:00 am-
Town of Surfside
9301 Harding,
Surfside, Florida, 33154
Website
Cost: Free

Requiring social distancing? NO REPLY
Requiring masks? NO REPLY
Providing hand sanitizer? NO REPLY

The Town of Surfside is bringing back its Historical Waking Tours beginning Sunday, October 24. Previous iterations of the tour proved highly popular with residents and visitors curious to explore one of Greater Miami’s unique towns. The one-hour historic tours of the area will be offered free of charge at 11 a.m. on the following Sundays: October 24, November 14, January 9 and February 20.

South Florida native and HistoryMiami’s Resident Historian, Dr. Paul George, known for his ability to remember the most notable details about South Florida’s people and places, will lead the tours, which depart from Surfside’s Community Center. Register at http://www.townofsurfsidefl.gov/walking-tours / 305-861-4863

Address: 9301 Harding Avenue, Surfside, FL 33154

Albizu University’s “Ask the Experts” Mental Health Webinar Series: The Pressures of Powering Through 10/14/21

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Albizu University’s “Ask the Experts” Mental Health Webinar Series: The Pressures of Powering Through
Thursday, 10/14/2021-, 01:00 pm-02:00 pm
Website
Cost: Free

After high-profile Olympians Naomi Osaka and Simone Biles upended the world’s long-held notion of athletic grit by taking mental health time-outs in the midst of competition, their actions sparked heated debate over the benefits and dangers associated with the traditional sports strategy of powering through adversity.

A panel of Albizu University psychology professors and mental health professionals convenes for a one-hour webinar, free and open to the public, to analyze the no pain-no gain concept of winning at all costs and how to determine where to draw the line in the quest for championship, whether in sports or other competitive endeavors.

The discussion will center on the importance of prioritizing mental and physical health and the stigma that persists around admitting exhaustion.

The webinar will be livestreamed via Zoom and via Facebook Live on Albizu University’s Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/AlbizuMIA

To register and receive the Zoom link, click here: https://bit.ly/3maHlBS

History Fort Lauderdale’s “Meet the Author” Zoom Series Featuring Harvey E. Oyer, III 10/14/21

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History Fort Lauderdale’s “Meet the Author” Zoom Series Featuring Harvey E. Oyer, III
Thursday, 10/14/2021-, 12:00 pm-01:00 pm
Website
Cost: Free, live interactive Zoom session

History Fort Lauderdale, proud steward of our community’s past by making our heritage accessible and engaging to residents and visitors, will feature beloved award-winning children’s author, adventurer and historian Harvey E. Oyer, III on the next October 14 noon segment of its “Meet the Author” interactive Zoom series. The free series takes place on the second Thursday of each month. Viewers may register at https://bit.ly/HFLMeetTheAuthorOyer.

Harvey E. Oyer, III is a fifth generation Floridian and is descended from one of the earliest pioneer families in South Florida. He is the great-great grandson of Captain Hannibal Dillingham Pierce and his wife Margretta Moore Pierce, who in 1872 became one of the first non-Native American families to settle in Southeast Florida. Oyer is the great-grandnephew of Charlie Pierce, the subject of his best-selling children’s book series, Adventures of Charlie Pierce, which has won numerous awards. Copies of the series are available for purchase at www.theadventuresofcharliepierce.com.

A partner in the law firm of Shutts & Bowen LLP and formerly an adjunct professor of law at the University of Miami School of Law and an adjunct professor at Florida Atlantic University Honors College, Oyer is a fifth generation native Floridian and served for seven years as the chairman of the Historical Society of Palm Beach County. He served as chairman of the Chamber of Commerce of the Palm Beaches and is presently a director of the Business Development Board of Palm Beach County, Good Samaritan Hospital, the Forum Club of the Palm Beaches, and the South Florida Science Center.

Oyer has received numerous awards, including selection into Best Lawyers in America, the Thomas Jefferson Award for Public Service, and the Ellis Island Medal of Honor. In 2010, he was awarded the Judge James R. Knott Historical Contribution Award by the Historical Society of Palm Beach County. In 2009, The Florida Trust for Historic Preservation gave him their Individual Distinguished Service Award and in 2008 the Florida Association of Museums named him Trustee of the Year. He was named one of the 100 Most Influential Floridians by Florida International magazine and one of the 25 Most Powerful People in Palm Beach County by the Palm Beacher magazine. Oyer is a noted writer and lecturer on topics ranging from law, history, and archaeology to international laws regarding antiquities trafficking and cultural property protection. He holds degrees in economics, archaeology, and law, was elected to Phi Beta Kappa, and was a Rotary Foundation Scholar at the Australian National University. Oyer holds a master’s degree in archaeology from Cambridge University and worked in various parts of the world as an underwater archaeologist. He is a member of the Explorers Club, has skied to the North Pole, and served as a Captain in the United States Marine Corps.

Oyer joins esteemed writers including New York Times bestselling author Laura Duksta, Cesar A. Becerra, Dr. Joe Knetsch, Y.M. Masson, architect and historic preservation consultant Arthur Jay Marcus, historian John Bailey, plus novelists Kingsley Guy and Donn R. Colee, Jr. as part of History Fort Lauderdale’s prestigious “Meet the Author” series, a chance to converse with Florida-based writers, launched in February. Upcoming novelists will be announced.

History Fort Lauderdale is currently open seven days a week, from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., with docent guided tours, daily, at 1, 2 and 3 p.m. Group walking tours are available upon special request. Admission is $15 for adults; $12 for seniors and $7 for students (through age 22 with a valid student ID). Admission is free for members, military and children ages six and under. Tickets are available online at HistoryFortLauderdaleTickets.

For more information, please call (954) 463-4431 or visit historyfortlauderdale.org. Follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/ftlhistory, on Instagram @ftlhistory, on Twitter @FTLHistory and subscribe on YouTube at youtube.com/user/FTLhistory.

ArtServe Hosts LGBTQ Film Screening “Open Dialogues” on National Coming Out Day 10/11/21

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ArtServe Hosts LGBTQ Film Screening “Open Dialogues” on National Coming Out Day
Monday, 10/11/2021-, 06:00 pm-08:00 pm
ArtServe
1350 East Sunrise Boulevard,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33304
RSVP / Register
Cost: Free

Requiring social distancing? NO
Requiring masks? OPTIONAL
Providing hand sanitizer? YES

To commemorate the 33rd Annual National Coming Out Day on Monday, October 11, ArtServe will host a film screening and discussion panel for the award-winning documentary, “Open Dialogues: Stories From the LGBTQ Community,” produced by the Art and Culture Center/Hollywood.

Open Dialogues is presented by ArtServe in partnership with Art and Culture Center/Hollywood, ArtsUnited, Stonewall National Museum & Archives and World AIDS Museum and Education Center.

The doors open at 6 p.m. with the public screening of the film at 6:30 p.m. and an interactive panel discussion at 7 p.m. Admission is free.

To register for the event, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/live-film-screening-open-dialogues-stories-from-the-lgbtq-community-tickets-175663041887 or click here. ArtServe is located at 1350 East Sunrise Blvd. in Fort Lauderdale.

“This is a film that will touch something deep in your soul. It’s poignant and very real,” said ArtServe Executive Director Jason Hughes, who will moderate the panel. “Amid each individual’s thoughts expressed in the documentary, I think you’ll find what’s most impactful is often what is not said.”

Open Dialogues: Stories From the LGBTQ Community was produced by the Art and Culture Center/Hollywood and directed by award-winning Miami-based filmmaker, Freddy Rodriguez. Community leaders interviewed in the film, Julie Marie Wade, Dan Bassett, Christine Walters, Omar Morales, Gary Keating, Franchesca D’Amore and Michael Goodman, reveal in intimate detail how the LGBTQ community is often marginalized within families, schools, churches and public spaces and how they learned to empower themselves in these spaces.

Open Dialogues: Stories From the LGBTQ Community was an official selection in OUTshine LGBTQ+ Film Festival and 35th Annual Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival, where it was awarded Best Broward Documentary.

The discussion panel will feature Nicole Stodard, producing artistic director/chair of Thinking Cap Theatre and an award-winning theater artist, educator and scholar who is also the founding executive director of The Vanguard, a Fort Lauderdale-based remodeled 1939 church that now serves as a modern sanctuary for the arts; Terry Dyer, director of development for the administrative and executive department of SunServe, who was named by POZ Health Magazine as “African-American Person of the Month” for his work to stem the spread of AIDS and a bestselling author of Letters to a GAY BLACK BOY, a memoir sparking conversations around racism, inequality, homophobia and more; and Dr. Gary Keating, who is featured in the film and founder of the Fort Lauderdale Gay Men’s Chorus. His work led to the founding of 16 choruses throughout Florida that served gay men, lesbian women and their allies.

Support for Open Dialogues: Stories From the LGBTQ Community was provided by the following funds at the Community Foundation of Broward: Helen and Frank Stoykov Charitable Endowment Fund, Ruth H. Brown Fund for the Arts, Dot and Keith Cobb Fund and Mary and Alex Mackenzie Community Impact Fund.

Serving as the backdrop for this screening and inspiring panel discussion is ArtServe’s newest exhibition, “Stories From Within,” made possible by a grant from Our Fund, an LGBTQ Community Foundation. The exhibition explores LGBTQIA+ culture, history and experience in South Florida and beyond through the presentation of multidisciplinary works inspired by the LGBTQIA+ social movements, its resilience, sense of community and artistic expressions.
The exhibit was curated by ArtServe’s Sophie Bonet in conjunction with ArtsUnited, a LGBTQIA+ arts organization. It includes displays from the Stonewall National Museum & Archives, as well as the World AIDS Museum.

The exhibition runs through Saturday, October 23.
Admission to “Stories From Within” is also free. ArtServe is open to patrons Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Psychedelics Expert Dustin Robinson to Host Monthly Psychedelic Series Featuring Daniel Carcillo and Dr. Michelle Weiner at Soho Beach House Miami on Sept. 13 9/13/21

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Psychedelics Expert Dustin Robinson to Host Monthly Psychedelic Series Featuring Daniel Carcillo and Dr. Michelle Weiner at Soho Beach House Miami on Sept. 13
Monday, 09/13/2021-, 08:00 pm-
Soho Beach House Miami
4385 Collins Ave,
Miami Beach, Florida, 33140
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Cost:

Requiring social distancing? NO REPLY
Requiring masks? NO REPLY
Providing hand sanitizer? NO REPLY

What/Who:
On Monday, September 13 at 7 p.m., Dustin Robinson, Esq. CPA, will present the third installment of his monthly Psychedelic Series at Soho Beach House Miami. The panel will feature Daniel Carcillo, Stanley Cup champion and CEO of Wesana Health, and Michelle Weiner, DO, MPH, ketamine expert at Spine and Wellness Centers of America.

Moderated by Robinson, each private monthly panel will feature experts in the psychedelics space from CEOs, doctors, lawyers and celebrities. Past panelists include NBA Champion Lamar Odom, “psychedelic concierge to the stars” Michael ‘Zappy’ Zapolin, Psilera Bioscience CEO Chris Witowski, PhD and Silo Wellness CEO Douglas K. Gordon.

Robinson is Founding Partner of Mr. Cannabis Law – a full service law firm focused on the cannabis and psychedelic industries; Co-Founder of Mr. Psychedelic Law – a non-profit focused on psychedelic legal reform; and Managing Principal of Iter Investments – a venture capital firm deploying capital across the psychedelic ecosystem

Daniel Carcillo founded Wesana Health after his own personal experience with psychedelics in healing brain injuries he obtained as hockey player. He’s a two-time Stanley Cup winner with the Chicago Blackhawks, however Carcillo was forced into early retirement when he was just 30 after suffering from post-concussion syndrome. His recovery, due in large part to psychedelics, led him to found Wesana Health. Wesana Health is an emerging life sciences company championing the development and delivery of therapies, including psychedelics, to treat traumatic brain injury (TBI) and related conditions. Through extensive clinical research and academic partnerships, the company is developing evidence-based formulations and protocols that empower patients to overcome neurological, psychological and mental health ailments caused by trauma.

Dr. Michelle Weiner is double board-certified in Interventional Pain Medicine and Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Dr. Weiner focuses on diagnosing and treating spine and musculoskeletal pain as well as chronic migraines at the Spine and Wellness Centers of America. Her unique approach of personalized and preventative medicine focuses on empowering her patients to cultivate health using lifestyle and plant medicine. Her research focuses on using cannabis as a substitute for opioids in chronic pain patients and cannabis’ effect on seniors with chronic pain. Dr. Weiner is the Vice President of Mr. Psychedelic Law and on the Advisory Board for Iter Investments. She uses cannabis and ketamine-assisted psychotherapy as a catalyst to identify the root cause of one’s suffering, optimizing their quality of life.

History Fort Lauderdale’s “Meet the Author” Zoom Series Featuring Laura Duksta 9/9/21

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History Fort Lauderdale’s “Meet the Author” Zoom Series Featuring Laura Duksta
Thursday, 09/09/2021-, 12:00 pm-01:00 pm

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Cost: Free, live interactive Zoom session

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History Fort Lauderdale, proud steward of our community’s past by making our heritage accessible and engaging to residents and visitors, will feature New York Times bestselling children’s author Laura Duksta on the next September 9 noon segment of its “Meet the Author” interactive Zoom series. The free series takes place on the second Thursday of each month. Viewers may register at https://bit.ly/HFLMeetTheAuthorDuksta .

Laura Duksta is an Ambassador of Love and author of the New York Times bestselling children’s books, l Love You More and I’ll Hug You More. Originally self-published, I Love You More has now sold nearly a million copies in seven languages. Her fourth title, No Matter What, I Love You – You Are My Sister, You Are My Brother, is due for release 2021. Signed copies are available at https://www.lauraduksta.com.

Duksta felt from a young age that she was meant to travel the world, meet her brothers and sisters and share the message of love. She lost all her hair to a condition called Alopecia Areata at the age of eleven. She shares her own hero’s journey to self-love and acceptance, letting us know we have the power to heal and transform our biggest challenges into our greatest gifts. Duksta is fulfilling her mission of generating the conversation of love around the world through her books, school programs and inspirational talks. She has delivered her well-received presentation “Empowering YOU to Shine!” to 100,000+ students and educators across the country, as well as for a diverse array of groups and organizations. Her work has been featured in/on dozens of blogs, magazines, newspapers, radio programs and TV shows, including USA Today, the Miami Herald, the Sun-Sentinel and Boca Magazine, Whoopi Goldberg, Sally Jesse Rafael and more. Some of the biggest hearts in the publishing world endorse Duksta’s books and programs, including Wayne Dyer, and co-authors of the Chicken Soup for the Soul series, Jack Canfield and Mark Victor Hansen.

Duksta joins previous novelists Cesar A. Becerra, Dr. Joe Knetsch and Y.M. Masson, architect and historic preservation consultant Arthur Jay Marcus, historian John Bailey, plus authors Kingsley Guy and Donn R. Colee, Jr. as part of History Fort Lauderdale’s prestigious “Meet the Author” series, a chance to converse with Florida-based writers, launched in February. Upcoming novelists will be announced.

History Fort Lauderdale is currently open seven days a week, from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., with docent guided tours, daily, at 1, 2 and 3 p.m. Group walking tours are available upon special request. Admission is $15 for adults; $12 for seniors and $7 for students (through age 22 with a valid student ID). Admission is free for members, military and children ages six and under. Tickets are available online at HistoryFortLauderdaleTickets.

For more information, please call (954) 463-4431 or visit historyfortlauderdale.org. Follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/ftlhistory, on Instagram @ftlhistory, on Twitter @FTLHistory and subscribe on YouTube at youtube.com/user/FTLhistory.

Island City Stage Presents a Behind the Red Curtain Free Public Forum: “Law Enforcement and The LGBT+ Community – Where Are We Today?” 9/14/21

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Island City Stage Presents a Behind the Red Curtain Free Public Forum: “Law Enforcement and The LGBT+ Community – Where Are We Today?”
Tuesday, 09/14/2021-, 06:00 pm-07:30 pm
Island City Stage
2304 N. Dixie Highway,
Wilton Manors, Florida, 33305
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Cost: Free

Requiring social distancing? NO REPLY
Requiring masks? YES
Providing hand sanitizer? NO REPLY

Island City Stage, creating quality professional theatrical experiences focused on the LGBT+ community for a universal audience, will host their very own Behind the Red Curtain community forum entitled “Law Enforcement and the LGBT+ Community – Where are we today?” on Tuesday, September 14, from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., at its theatre (2304 N. Dixie Highway in Wilton Manors). This presentation coincides with the kickoff of Island City Stage’s 10th anniversary 2021-22 Season with The Twentieth Century Way by Tom Jacobson this October. This true-story scandalous period drama chronicling the 1914 Long Beach sex scandal launched the theatre company’s award-winning decade-long run.

This free, public event will review the advancements of South Florida law enforcement in how they interact with the LGBT+ community and promote diversity and inclusion, internally. Guest panelists will include Lieutenant Paul Auerbach of Broward Sheriff’s Office, Assistant Chief of Police Darren Brodsky of Wilton Manors Police Department, Captain Michael Dodson of Fort Lauderdale Police Department, FAU Professor Emeritus and author Fred Fejes, PhD. and Trans Advocate Kat Rio. This forum is supported by Equality Florida and the GLBX Council of the Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce.

The Twentieth Century Way by Tom Jacobson runs from October 1 – 31, 2021. Viewers will become engaged in this true story of two actors who hired themselves out to the Long Beach Police Department in 1914 to entrap “social vagrants” in public restrooms. Thirty-one men were arrested, and the ensuing scandal led to an ordinance against “oral sodomy” in California.

Behind the Red Curtain is a free public forum. Guests may attend in-person or participate virtually. Registration is required by visiting islandcitystage.org.

Island City Stage’s 10th anniversary 2021-22 season will also feature Armature by Andrew Kramer from January 27 – February 27, 2022; Suddenly, Last Summer by Tennessee Williams from March 17 – April 17, 2022; The Mystery of Irma Vep by Charles Ludlam from June 9 – July 10, 2022; and One In Two by Donja R. Love from August 4 – September 4, 2022.

For information about upcoming shows and tickets, please call (954) 928-9800 or email md@islandcitystage.org. Follow Island City Stage on Facebook at facebook.com/IslandCityStageFL and on Instagram at @islandcitystage1.

Guy & Jessica Harvey Facebook Live Sessions 8/21/21, 8/28/21

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Guy & Jessica Harvey Facebook Live Sessions
Saturday, 08/21/2021-08/28/2021, 11:00 am-11:45 am

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Cost: Free

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World-renowned marine artist, conservationist, scientist and entrepreneur Dr. Guy Harvey continues to share his expeditions, insights of the sea and art techniques for families and communities through free online art sessions, discussions and educational videos with his daughter Jessica on Facebook Live.

To view the live sessions, visit Guy Harvey’s Facebook Page at 11 a.m. on Saturdays through the end of August. Viewers who miss the live sessions can catch up at their convenience by clicking the “videos” tab to see all previous live streams.

Additional educational resources are available online through the Guy Harvey Ocean Foundation‘s (GHOF) education page including Shark Talk: Let’s Talk About Sharks!, an educational workbook featuring entertaining stories, colorful artwork, ocean conservation activities and engaging games and quizzes available to download digitally at no cost; the complete collection of more than 30 free short videos, known as Jessica Harvey’s Expedition Notebook; and documentaries hosted by Dr. Harvey available to view on Amazon Prime.

For a complete list of educational resources, visit ghof.org/education.

Meet Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurants Chef Stephen Puhr In-person During Cooking with The Galleria LIVE – A Benefit for Heart Gallery of Broward County 8/28/21

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Meet Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurants Chef Stephen Puhr In-person During Cooking with The Galleria LIVE – A Benefit for Heart Gallery of Broward County
Saturday, 08/28/2021-, 02:00 pm-04:00 pm
The Galleria at Fort Lauderdale
2414 East Sunrise Blvd.,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33304
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Cost: $20 per person; space is limited for this special benefit

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Requiring masks? NO REPLY
Providing hand sanitizer? NO REPLY

Cooking with The Galleria LIVE returns with an opportunity to meet Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurants’ Chef and Senior Area Culinary Operations Manager Stephen Puhr on Saturday, August 28, at 2 p.m. This special culinary experience will benefit Heart Gallery of Broward County, a respected nonprofit organization committed to finding loving families for the hardest to place foster children.

A limited audience will take their gourmet cooking skills to the next level as Chef Puhr prepares Classic Tomato Bruschetta, Gnocchi Carbonara and Cooper’s Hawk Berry Crisp. Then, attendees will sample this delicious trio while receiving tips on the perfect wine pairings.

For the past year, hundreds of thousands have enjoyed engaging cooking demonstrations virtually, as part of Cooking with The Galleria’s free online series. The Galleria has provided educational and spirited culinary tutorials about how to prepare and serve delicious dishes including Filet Medallions and Parmesan Crusted Lobster Tails, Caramelized Grilled Sea Scallops, Bone-in, Dry-rubbed Pork Chop, Chilean Sea Bass, Gruyere French Omelette, Maryland Style Lump Crab Cakes, Seafood Paella, Shrimp and Grits and Carne Asada Fajitas. These archived recorded livestream demonstrations can be found at facebook.com/GalleriaFtLauderdale.

Tickets are $20 per person and space is limited for this special edition of Cooking with The Galleria LIVE. Guests may register at https://bit.ly/MeetChefStephenPuhr.

The Galleria at Fort Lauderdale is currently open from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Thursday, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday and Saturday, and from noon to 6 p.m. on Sunday. It continues to institute additional safety measures complying with government guidelines.

Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurants, Seasons 52, The Capital Grille and P.F. Chang’s are offering full-service dining and take-out. Blue Martini is open, as well.

For additional upcoming events and information about Cooking with The Galleria LIVE or The Galleria at Fort Lauderdale, please visit facebook.com/GalleriaFtLauderdale. Patrons may also call (954) 564-1036 or visit www.galleriamall-fl.com.

Psychedelics Expert Dustin Robinson to Present “Meet The CEOs” During Monthly Psychedelic Panel at Soho Beach House Miami 8/10/21

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Psychedelics Expert Dustin Robinson to Present “Meet The CEOs” During Monthly Psychedelic Panel at Soho Beach House Miami
Tuesday, 08/10/2021-, 07:00 pm-
Soho Beach House
4385 Collins Ave,
Miami Beach, Florida, 33140
Website
Cost: Free

Requiring social distancing? YES
Requiring masks? OPTIONAL
Providing hand sanitizer? NO

What/Who:
On Tuesday, August 10 at 7 p.m., Dustin Robinson, Esq. CPA, will present “Meet The CEOs” featuring special guests Psilera Bioscience CEO Chris Witowski, PhD and Silo Wellness CEO Douglas K. Gordon, as the second installment of Robinson’s new monthly psychedelic panel at Soho Beach House Miami.

The private monthly panel takes place at Soho Beach House Miami on the second Tuesday of every month. Moderated by Robinson, each panel will feature experts in the psychedelics space from CEOs, doctors, lawyers and celebrities. Robinson kicked off the first event of the series in July with NBA Champion Lamar Odom and “psychedelic concierge to the stars” Michael ‘Zappy’ Zapolin.

Robinson is Founding Partner of Mr. Cannabis Law – a full service law firm focused on the cannabis and psychedelic industries; Co-Founder of Mr. Psychedelic Law – a non-profit focused on psychedelic legal reform; and Managing Principal of Iter Investments – a venture capital firm deploying capital across the psychedelic ecosystem.

Dr. Witowski co-founded Psilera Bioscience to use psychoactive natural products as building blocks to treat serious mental health afflictions. Psilera will accomplish this using innovative, patient-friendly delivery technologies with N,N-dimethyltryptamine (DMT) and a next-generation virtual screening platform to identify new compounds with modified psychedelic and therapeutic effects. Prior to Psilera, he was a co-inventor on numerous patents for the discovery of various anti-infective natural products and multiple drug delivery systems for increasing the bioavailability of cannabinoids and terpenes. He has helped design and build facilities and labs around the country and launched an international product line with annual revenues in excess of $100 million. Dr. Witowski is personally motivated to improve the lives of patients and has witnessed the devastation of Alzheimer’s disease, depression, and dispassionate end-of-life cancer treatments.

Gordon is the CEO of Silo Wellness, a multinational, publicly-held company with global HQ in Toronto, Canada and operations in both Jamaica and Oregon. Silo’s mission is to support in the reduction of trauma and increased performance through psychedelic, time tested natural medicines. From inception, Silo’s focus has been to serve clients searching for more mindful and expansive lives. Psychedelics offer a pathway to that sort of enriched experience, and the company is actively exploring remedies that can be widely, economically and safely distributed to patients. Silo Wellness has launched its first global functional and psychedelic mushroom brand, Marley One, through a multi-year licensing agreement with the family of global reggae icon Bob Marley.

When:
Tuesday, Aug. 10, 2021; 7 p.m. EST

Where:
Soho Beach House Miami
4385 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33140

How:
The event is private and is only open to Soho Beach House members.

History Fort Lauderdale’s “Meet the Author” Zoom Series Featuring Cesar A. Becerra 8/12/21

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History Fort Lauderdale’s “Meet the Author” Zoom Series Featuring Cesar A. Becerra
Thursday, 08/12/2021-, 12:00 pm-01:00 pm
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Cost: Free, live interactive Zoom session

History Fort Lauderdale, proud steward of our community’s past by making our heritage accessible and engaging to residents and visitors, will feature Florida historian Cesar A. Becerra on the next August 12 noon segment of its “Meet the Author” interactive Zoom series. The new free series takes place on the second Thursday of each month. Viewers may register at https://bit.ly/HFLMeetTheAuthorBecerra.

Cesar A. Becerra is the author of Orange Blossom 2.0, a soon-to-be-released novel debuting in conjunction with the City of Miami’s 125th anniversary. Orange Blossom 2.0 is based on Becerra’s decades of research that tells the true story of the founding of Miami and the remarkable contributions of landowner, developer and savvy businesswoman Mary Brickell who seems to have been largely overlooked and overshadowed in the pages of our past. The book is available for purchase at www.sofloweird.com/product-page/orange-blossom-2-0

A South Florida historian who’s taken part in chronicling and sharing the stories of the region for more than two decades, Becerra is the author of half a dozen books ranging from hiking the Appalachian Trail to the logging history of the Big Cypress Preserve. Becerra is an avid explorer who drove through all 50 states in a one-year road trip to rediscover America for The Travel Channel. He has also hiked the 2,160-mile Appalachian Trail from Maine to Georgia, in 388 days through 14 states and 4 seasons. Becerra is former publisher of The Everglade Magazine, an award winning publication printed during Everglades National Park’s 50th anniversary. He has walked, hiked, slogged, canoed, kayaked, airboated and swamp buggied all across the Everglades. In 1997, The Miami Herald named him an “Everglades Evangelist.” Cesar’s love for the past and sense of adventure is where his two worlds unite. He has a penchant for hidden history and knows no boundaries or distances when it comes to searching for it.

Becerra joins previous novelists Dr. Joe Knetsch and Y.M. Masson, architect and historic preservation consultant Arthur Jay Marcus, historian John Bailey, plus authors Kingsley Guy and Donn R. Colee, Jr. as part of History Fort Lauderdale’s prestigious “Meet the Author” series, a chance to converse with Florida-based writers, launched in February. Upcoming novelists will be announced.

History Fort Lauderdale is currently open seven days a week, from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., with docent guided tours, daily, at 1, 2 and 3 p.m. Group walking tours are available upon special request. Admission is $15 for adults; $12 for seniors and $7 for students (through age 22 with a valid student ID). Admission is free for members, military and children ages six and under. Tickets are available online at HistoryFortLauderdaleTickets.

For more information, please call (954) 463-4431 or visit historyfortlauderdale.org. Follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/ftlhistory, on Instagram @ftlhistory, on Twitter @FTLHistory and subscribe on YouTube at youtube.com/user/FTLhistory.

Car Buying 101 – Everything You Need to Know 8/18/21

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Car Buying 101 – Everything You Need to Know
Wednesday, 08/18/2021-, 07:00 pm-08:00 pm

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Cost: Free

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YOUR ONE-STOP SOLUTION TO THE CAR BUYING PUZZLE.

About this event

We want our members to feel cool and confident throughout the car buying process. That’s why we’re providing online tools and resources that can empower you to make the right decisions when buying a car.

Our special guest speaker is Mr. Bill Goldberg, Founder and CEO of Auto Advisors. Learn insider information about the car buying experience:
• How to get more for your trade-in
• Internet car-buying pitfalls
• Dealership profit areas
• Extras add up
• Dealer financing vs. your Credit Union
• More industry info you might not know

Let us guide you through this process!

MOCA Makers: Printmaking 7/24/21

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MOCA Makers: Printmaking
Saturday, 07/24/2021-, 01:00 pm-03:00 pm
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Cost: Free

Virtual via Zoom.

MOCA Makers is a series of free virtual adult art classes, held every second and fourth Saturday from 1-3 p.m. and sponsored by the North Miami Community Redevelopment Agency. Subjects such as figure drawing, portrait painting, printmaking, and photography lessons are taught by trained professional artists. Art packs for individual classes or both workshops may be purchased from the MOCA shop.

July’s theme is printmaking, where artists of all levels are able to practice their printmaking skills or learn something new!

To RSVP, please visit: https://111401.blackbaudhosting.com/111401/MOCA-Makers–July

Meet Seasons 52 Chef Elvis Bravo In-person at a Cooking with The Galleria Live Benefit for Heart Gallery of Broward County 7/31/21

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Meet Seasons 52 Chef Elvis Bravo In-person at a Cooking with The Galleria Live Benefit for Heart Gallery of Broward County
Saturday, 07/31/2021-, 02:00 pm-03:30 pm
The Galleria at Fort Lauderdale
2414 East Sunrise Blvd.,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33304
Website
Cost: $20

Requiring social distancing? YES
Requiring masks? NO REPLY
Providing hand sanitizer? YES

For the past year, hundreds of thousands have enjoyed Seasons 52 Chef Elvis Bravo’s engaging cooking demonstrations virtually, as part of Cooking with The Galleria’s free online series. Now, Seasons 52 is offering a limited opportunity to meet Chef Bravo in-person on Saturday, July 31, at 2 p.m., at a special culinary experience to benefit the Heart Gallery of Broward County, a respected nonprofit organization committed to finding loving families for the hardest to place foster children.

Chef Bravo will be cooking a few summer BBQ ideas – quick and craveable recipes that you can whip-up at home including Melon Basil Burrata Salad With Crispy Prosciutto, Signature Blackened Mahi Fish Tacos with Mango Pineapple Salsa and No Bake Lemon Blueberry Icebox Cake.

Through Cooking with The Galleria, Chef Bravo has provided educational and spirited culinary tutorials about how to prepare and serve delicious dishes including Caramelized Grilled Sea Scallops, Bone-in, Dry-rubbed Pork Chop, Chilean Sea Bass, Gruyere French Omelette, Maryland Style Lump Crab Cakes, Seafood Paella, Roasted Vegetable Gnocchi, Shrimp and Grits and Carne Asada Fajitas. These archived recorded livestream demonstrations can be found at facebook.com/GalleriaFtLauderdale.

Tickets are $20 per person and space is limited for this special benefit edition of Cooking with The Galleria LIVE. Guests may register at https://bit.ly/MeetChefElvisBravo.

The Heart Gallery of Broward County will also partner with The Galleria for the return of “Eat Your Heart Out,” Fort Lauderdale’s favorite food and “fun”raiser featuring gourmet creations, fresh libations, celebrity servers, live entertainment and a silent auction. “Eat Your Heart Out” will take place on Thursday, October 7, from 6 – 8:30 p.m. at The Galleria. Tickets are $150 per person and include complimentary valet parking. Tickets are on sale, now, at www.heartgalleryofbroward.org.

The Galleria at Fort Lauderdale is currently open from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Thursday, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday and Saturday, and from noon to 6 p.m. on Sunday. It continues to institute additional safety measures complying with government guidelines.

Seasons 52, The Capital Grille, Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurants and P.F. Chang’s are offering full-service dining and take-out. Blue Martini is open, as well.

For additional upcoming events and information about Cooking with The Galleria LIVE or The Galleria at Fort Lauderdale, please visit facebook.com/GalleriaFtLauderdale. Patrons may also call (954) 564-1036 or visit www.galleriamall-fl.com.

Conversations at MOCA: Nice’n Easy 7/14/21

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Conversations at MOCA: Nice’n Easy
Wednesday, 07/14/2021-, 07:00 pm-08:30 pm
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Cost: FREE

Join artists Allison Matherly and Jeffrey Noble working collaboratively as Nice’n Easy in a conversation with “Art on the Plaza” project curator Amanda Sanfilippo Long as they discuss their humorous and surprising site-specific intervention into the MOCA pond.

Nice’n Easy is a collaborative endeavor by artists Matherly and Noble. Focused on creating immersive mixed-media installations, Nice’n Easy develops a visually cohesive subtropical vernacular with their material choices and use of repeated motifs. Often referencing themes of self-help, recovery and interpersonal dependency, their fabricated environments utilize romantic tropes to enhance the collective emotive truisms between participants and create a platform for intimate exchange.

Ida B. The QUEEN: A Conversation with Great-Granddaughter Michelle Duster 7/24/21

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Ida B. The QUEEN: A Conversation with Great-Granddaughter Michelle Duster
Saturday, 07/24/2021-, 02:00 pm-03:30 pm
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Cost: Free

Ida B. Wells and Family Legacy of Determination, Education & Agitation
Moderated by Virginia Key Beach Park Trust Executive Director, Mr. Guy Forchion; Author, speaker and educator, Michelle Duster will discuss the work and legacy of her paternal great-grandmother, Ida B. Wells, and the multi-generational family efforts to make sure her ancestor’s contributions to the country are recognized and honored.

History Fort Lauderdale’s “Meet the Author” Zoom Series Featuring Dr. Joe Knetsch 7/8/21

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History Fort Lauderdale’s “Meet the Author” Zoom Series Featuring Dr. Joe Knetsch
Thursday, 07/08/2021-, 12:00 pm-01:00 pm
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Cost: Free, live interactive Zoom session

History Fort Lauderdale, proud steward of our community’s past by making our heritage accessible and engaging to residents and visitors, will feature Florida historian Dr. Joe Knetsch on the next July 8 noon segment of its “Meet the Author” interactive Zoom series. The new free series takes place on the second Thursday of each month. Viewers may register at http://bit.ly/HFLMeetTheAuthorKnetsch.

Knetsch is the co-author with Pamela Gibson of the recently released Florida in World War I (Arcadia Publishing/The History Press, ISBN: 978-1467148290), a historical deep dive into the role a sparsely populated and largely rural Florida played as America plunged into World War I. The book delves into the state’s sacrifices and contributions with a look at its naval accomplishments – the proud USS Florida, too often mentioned as a mere adjunct to the Atlantic Fleet, receives a just accounting, as does the utterly devastating loss of the USS Tampa, the highest death toll the navy suffered in the war. Sunshine State foresters served critical roles abroad, and local libraries became essential hubs for promoting rationing and reporting news from overseas. Floridian aid workers and soldiers training for departure were stricken with the Spanish flu, a pandemic that shook the globe with force equal to the war itself.

Dr. Joe Knetsch is the author of more than 200 articles and 12 books concerning Florida history. This is his sixth book for Arcadia/The History Press and covers an area in which he has a strong interest. He has been a constant reviewer of military history books for the Journal of America’s Military Past and other professional journals. He holds a doctorate from Florida State University and, for 28 years, was the historian for the Division of State Lands, Florida Department of Environmental Protection. Since his retirement, he has continued to research and publish history. He lives in Tallahassee with his wife, Linda, and their five cats. Knetsch’s works are available through amazon.com and www.arcadiapublishing.com.

Knetsch joins novelist Y.M. Masson, architect and historic preservation consultant Arthur Jay Marcus, historian John Bailey, plus authors Kingsley Guy and Donn R. Colee, Jr. as part of History Fort Lauderdale’s prestigious “Meet the Author” series, a chance to converse with Florida-based writers, launched in February. Upcoming novelists will be announced.

History Fort Lauderdale is currently open seven days a week, from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., with docent guided tours, daily, at 1, 2 and 3 p.m. Group walking tours are available upon special request. Admission is $15 for adults; $12 for seniors and $7 for students (through age 22 with a valid student ID). Admission is free for members, military and children ages six and under. Tickets are available online at HistoryFortLauderdaleTickets.

For more information, please call (954) 463-4431 or visit historyfortlauderdale.org. Follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/ftlhistory, on Instagram @ftlhistory, on Twitter @FTLHistory and subscribe on YouTube at youtube.com/user/FTLhistory.

Can We Talk? Really, Can We Talk? 6/18/21

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Can We Talk? Really, Can We Talk?
Friday, 06/18/2021-, 06:00 pm-09:00 pm
Hampton Art Lovers Gallery
249 Northwest 9th Street,
Miami, Florida, 33136
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Cost: $35

Requiring social distancing? YES
Requiring masks? OPTIONAL
Providing hand sanitizer? YES

Nonprofit Aims to Bulldoze Barriers Affecting Diversity in Miami
MCCJ to Conduct an Open Discussion as the Nation Struggles with Racism

MIAMI, Fl., June 2021 — Juneteenth, the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the U.S. is right around the corner. Historically designated on June 19th, it’s a day for ALL of us to celebrate. For MCCJ, the non-profit organization that advocates for diversity and equality, it’s a day to reflect in dialogue and plan for a better future. As part of their “Can We Talk? Really, Can We Talk?” series, MCCJ will present “Bulldozing Barriers: Reflections of Juneteenth & Diversity in Miami” — an effort to encourage continuous self-development and respect not just for the black community, but for all cultures.

“We invite people of all races, religions and cultures to join us in conversation as we acknowledge a period in history that should have shaped and influenced our society, but due to ongoing discord and violence against people of color and religious backgrounds over this past year, it’s become clear that we are regressing rather than progressing,” says MCCJ’s Executive Director, Matthew Anderson. He will be moderating a frank discussion about racial fears and how it affects our progress for a more inclusive community. Following the panel discussion, people are invited to enjoy the “One Way” exhibit at the Hampton Art Lovers, a non-profit art gallery that advocates for black art, and is open to all who love art in all its forms.

Panelists Include:
– Marilyn Holifield, Partner, Holland & Knight and MCCJ Silver Medallion winner
– Saif Ishoof, Vice President for Engagement FIU and MCCJ Silver Medallion winner
– Matthew Beatty, COO Carrie Meek Foundation
– Pamela Fuertes, Executive Director, Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Program at Miami Dade College
– Deborah Koch, Executive Director at American Red Cross of Greater Miami
– Kathryn Mikesell, Founder, Fountainhead Residency
– Esther Park, Vice President of Programming Oolite Arts
– Matt Anderson, Executive Director, MCCJ (Moderator)

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PROTOCOL:
The panelists will hold this conversation outdoors under a big tent. In an abundance of caution, we urge thoughtful consideration when it comes to wearing a mask and maintaining six feet of separation.

ABOUT MCCJ:
MCCJ, Inc. was originally founded in Miami in 1935 as the Miami Branch of the National Conference of Christians & Jews. Later on, the group was renamed the Miami Coalition of Christians and Jews. In 2011, in recognition of its embrace of people of ALL faiths and secular backgrounds, the organization formally changed its name to MCCJ, Inc. Today, it goes beyond its original intent by creating a haven for dialog, training inclusive leaders and promoting understanding for all faiths, races and cultures through education, advocacy and conflict resolution. It hosts the oldest continuous interfaith clergy dialog in the United States and presents prejudice reducing programs in local high schools, among other activities. For more information, please visit www.miamiccj.org or call 305-755-6096. Find them on Facebook and @MCCJ_Miami on Twitter.

ABOUT HAMPTON ART LOVERS GALLERY:
Hampton Art Lovers’ mission is to accentuate the inspirational unifying and enriching aspects of African American Fine Art in new and old settings. The non-profit is a passionate supporter of Hampton University’s long-standing commitment to African-American art, the Hampton University Museum Collection, and the International Review of African American, published by the University since 1976. Hampton Art Lovers derived from the vision of Miami resident and Hampton University Alumni Chris Norwood who recognized the need to have an important publication garner more awareness in the art community. Chris reached out to fellow Hampton University Alumni Imani Greene and Darryl Neverson, and

Conversations at MOCA 6/16/21

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Conversations at MOCA
Wednesday, 06/16/2021-, 07:00 pm-

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Cost: FREE

Requiring social distancing?
Requiring masks?
Providing hand sanitizer?

This dynamic conversation will expand on a formative moment in Michael Richards’ artistic practice, and his integral involvement with a group of Black artists emerging in the 1990s. In 1992–1993, Michael Richards participated in the Whitney Independent Study Program—a year-long program for artists and curators that encourages critical study and theoretical inquiry—in New York City, along with artists Dread Scott, Lyle Ashton Harris, and Renee Cox. Moderated by Whitney Museum curator Rujeko Hockley, this conversation will reunite Cox, Harris, and Scott, each of whom, in addition to being friends with Richards, engaged him in their own art-making.

Conversations at MOCA is presented by the Green Family Foundation.

MOCA North Miami’s exhibitions and programs are made possible with the generous support of the North Miami Mayor and Council and the City of North Miami, the State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs and the Florida Council on Arts and Culture, and the Miami-Dade County

Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce’s Real Estate Summit featuring Miami Legacy Families 6/2/21

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Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce’s Real Estate Summit featuring Miami Legacy Families
Tuesday, 06/08/2021-, 10:00 am-12:00 pm
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Cost: Free

GMMC’s Real Estate Summit, a three-part series, brings residential and commercial market updates from the Miami Association of Realtors, Teresa King Kinney, Chief Executive Officer, and Douglas Elliman, Managing Director, Commercial Real Estate, David Restainer. In addition, the virtual event will feature a panel discussion with Graham Companies executives, Stuart S. Wyllie, President and Chief Executive Officer and Philip Wyllie, Leasing Manager; and Goldman Properties Chief Executive Officer, Jessica Goldman Srebnick. The panel discussion will be moderated by Anthony De Yurre, Partner, Bilzin Sumberg Baena Price & Axelrod LLP. For complete event details visit: miamichamber.com

The Graham Companies is a privately held company founded in 1932. Two generations later, the company is best known for the creation and development of Miami Lakes. Today, the company’s divisions include Graham Commercial, Graham Residential, Graham Hospitality and Graham Farms. Goldman Properties is a creative real estate development firm with a storied history in developing thriving global destinations across the United States. Marrying real estate and public art to build communities, Goldman Properties is known for its revitalization of iconic neighborhoods such as Miami Beach and Wynwood.

To register for free, please visit https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_RglXYV8PT6iNOR0pVYYiUQ

Learn How to Prepare Kona Crusted Lamb Loin with Seasons 52 Chef Elvis Bravo on the Next Cooking with The Galleria 6/18/21

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Learn How to Prepare Kona Crusted Lamb Loin with Seasons 52 Chef Elvis Bravo on the Next Cooking with The Galleria
Friday, 06/18/2021-, 02:00 pm-02:30 pm
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Cost: Free, Facebook Live event

Dazzle dad with some meaty culinary skills this Father’s Day! Join Seasons 52 Chef Elvis Bravo as he shows you how to prepare Kona Crusted Lamb Loin on the next Cooking with The Galleria free virtual tutorial series on Facebook Live, Friday, June 18, at 2 p.m. This delicious entrée will also be available for dine-in at Season’s 52.

Cooking with The Galleria has successfully entertained hundreds of thousands in the local community. Chef Bravo’s educational and spirited culinary segments have become anticipated programming. Viewers have tuned-in to learn how to prepare and serve delicious dishes including Caramelized Grilled Sea Scallops, Bone-in, Dry-rubbed Pork Chop, Chilean Sea Bass, Gruyere French Omelette, Maryland Style Lump Crab Cakes, Seafood Paella, Roasted Vegetable Gnocchi, Shrimp and Grits, Carne Asada Fajitas and Signature Blackened Mahi Tacos. These archived recorded livestream demonstrations can be found at facebook.com/GalleriaFtLauderdale.

The Galleria at Fort Lauderdale is currently open from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Thursday, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday and Saturday, and from noon to 6 p.m. on Sunday. It continues to institute additional safety measures complying with government guidelines.

Seasons 52, The Capital Grille, Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurants and P.F. Chang’s are offering full-service dining and take-out. Blue Martini is open, as well.

For additional upcoming events and information about The Galleria at Fort Lauderdale, please visit facebook.com/GalleriaFtLauderdale. Patrons may also call (954) 564-1036 or visit www.galleriamall-fl.com.

History Fort Lauderdale’s “Meet the Author” Zoom Series Featuring Y.M. Masson 6/10/21

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History Fort Lauderdale’s “Meet the Author” Zoom Series Featuring Y.M. Masson
Thursday, 06/10/2021-, 12:00 pm-01:00 pm
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Cost: Free, live interactive Zoom session

History Fort Lauderdale, proud steward of our community’s past by making our heritage accessible and engaging to residents and visitors, will feature Broward County novelist Y.M. Masson on the next June 10 noon segment of its “Meet the Author” interactive Zoom series. The new free series takes place on the second Thursday of each month. Viewers may register at http://bit.ly/HFLMeetTheAuthorMasson.

Masson is the author of When Paris Was Dark (ISBN 978-1-946886-09-5), a story of a young boy’s fear, courage, despair and determination during the World War II German occupation of France. The tale mirrors Masson’ own experiences during this turbulent time. It won third place in the Royal Palm Literary Awards from the Florida Writers Association 2018 competition.

As a young boy Y. M. Masson (Yves) struggled through four years of hardship under German occupation of Paris until he was liberated by the American Third Army. Twenty years later, after having served in the French army in North Africa during the French-Algerian war, he left France for New York City and became a United States citizen in the early seventies. After working as a marketing executive in corporate America, and then running his own consulting business, Masson turned to the arts. He is an accomplished portrait artist, but loves to share his life experiences with his readers. He knows what war does to people and especially to children. His ability to describe their daily fears, their devastating hunger, and the despair of deprivation draws his audience into their conflict.

Masson’s other novels include The War Inside His Mind (ISBN: 978-1-946886-13-2) and Never Give Up (ISBN 978-1-946886-14-9). All works are available at his website at www.ymmassonauthor.com.

Masson joins architect and historic preservation consultant Arthur Jay Marcus, historian John Bailey, plus authors Kingsley Guy and Donn R. Colee, Jr. as part of History Fort Lauderdale’s prestigious “Meet the Author” series, a chance to converse with South Florida-based writers, launched in February. Upcoming novelists will be announced.

History Fort Lauderdale is currently open seven days a week, from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., with docent guided tours, daily, at 1, 2 and 3 p.m. Group walking tours are available upon special request. Admission is $15 for adults; $12 for seniors and $7 for students (through age 22 with a valid student ID). Admission is free for members, military and children ages six and under. Tickets are available online at HistoryFortLauderdaleTickets.

For more information, please call (954) 463-4431 or visit historyfortlauderdale.org. Follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/ftlhistory, on Instagram @ftlhistory, on Twitter @FTLHistory and subscribe on YouTube at youtube.com/user/FTLhistory.

My State MLS to Host Free, Educational Webinars for Real Estate Professionals Throughout May and June 5/13/21 – 6/25/21

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My State MLS to Host Free, Educational Webinars for Real Estate Professionals Throughout May and June
Thursday, 05/13/2021-06/25/2021, 02:00 pm-03:00 pm
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Cost: Free

What/Who:
My State MLS, the first nationwide Multiple Listing Service of its kind with agents in all 50 states and Puerto Rico, is hosting free webinars throughout May and June for real estate professionals looking to grow their career and market their listings with an MLS that caters to their specific needs.

The webinars will show real estate professionals how they can best promote their listings for auctions, manufactured housing and commercial real estate; social media tips; how to have a strong online presence; and more.

All webinars take place on Thursdays from 2-3 p.m. ET. Please see the webinar schedule and registration details below:

The MLS for Auctioneers – May 13, 2-3 p.m. ET
My State MLS provides the tools to make auctions a success. It gives access to special fields for listings so that buyers have all the information they need to bid and offers robust syndication options to get more eyes on auctions. David Mink, operations manager and national trainer for My State MLS, will be the moderator.

The MLS for Manufactured Housing – May 20, 2-3 p.m. ET
Most MLSs don’t cater to mobile and manufactured housing listings. If they do allow manufactured properties, chances are they don’t provide the tools brokers, dealers, and park owners need to succeed. It’s time to meet the MLS made for manufactured housing. My State MLs offers unique fields for listings, top-tier syndication, and superior tools for teams. David Mink, operations manager and national trainer for My State MLS, will be the moderator.

The MLS for Commercial Real Estate – May 27, 2-3 p.m. ET
Commercial real estate is completely different from residential real estate – so why are commercial agents forced to use tools that don’t address their unique needs? Listen to the webinar to learn about My State MLS, the MLS with unique tools created just for commercial real estate. David Mink, operations manager and national trainer for My State MLS, will be the moderator.

Turning Up the Heat for Summer – June 4, 2-3 p.m. ET
Join My State MLS for sizzling tips on how to keep cool while trying to win new listings, ride the wave of showings and buyer inquiries and heat up your marketing strategy for the best summer yet. David Mink, operations manager and national trainer for My State MLS, will be the moderator.

Making a Splash on Social – June 11, 2-3 p.m. ET
Ready to dip your toe into the world of social marketing? Whether you’re testing the waters or already flooding your followers’ feeds, there’s always more to learn about the sink-or-swim world of social media. Make a splash with your online presence and join My State MLS to learn how to get started. Amanda Sternklar, marketing director for My State MLS, will be the moderator.

From Website to Lead Gen Machine – June 18, 2-3 p.m. ET
Now more than ever, it’s important to provide a seamless online experience. Having your own website is critical to market yourself, promote listings, increase lead generation, and build trust with potential customers. Join My State MLS to learn how to turn a website into a lead generation machine. Amanda Sternklar, marketing director for My State MLS, and David Mink, operations manager and national trainer for My State MLS, will be the moderators.

New Features Sneak Peek – June 25, 2-3 p.m. ET
Throughout the last year, My State MLS has been rolling out a slew of new features to help its members adapt to the changing market. Join My State MLS to learn about its biggest releases for the second half of 2021. David Mink, operations manager and national trainer for My State MLS, will be the moderator.

To register, real estate and aspiring real estate professionals can visit: www.mystatemls.com/webinar_schedule

When:
Thursday, May 13 from 2–3 p.m. ET
Thursday, May 20 from 2–3 p.m. ET
Thursday, May 27 from 2–3 p.m. ET
Thursday, June 4 from 2–3 p.m. ET
Thursday, June 11 from 2–3 p.m. ET
Thursday, June 18 from 2–3 p.m. ET
Thursday, June 25 from 2–3 p.m. ET

Where:
Online. Participants will receive online directions with next steps after registering here.

Cost:
FREE

How:
Visit www.mystatemls.com/webinar_schedule to register.

COVID: Identifying Community Needs and Response Styles Associated with Mental Health, Vaccinations and Suicide Prevention 5/12/21

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COVID: Identifying Community Needs and Response Styles Associated with Mental Health, Vaccinations and Suicide Prevention
Wednesday, 05/12/2021-, 05:00 pm-08:30 pm
Virtual Location
Cost:

Albizu University Miami Campus, a leader in undergraduate and graduate psychology programs, will host its 13th Annual Mental Health Awareness Expo virtually. This annual event seeks to promote community-based awareness of the many resources and services available through Albizu to the general public such as informational lectures, literature, and continuing education credits to licensed psychologists and licensed master’s level clinicians (e.g. mental health counselors, marriage and family therapists, and clinical social workers).

The event joins over 1,000 communities nationwide in celebrating the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s (SAMHSA) National Mental Health Awareness Day, which focuses on the importance of emotional and psychological well-being.

This year’s Albizu event includes three one-hour sessions, focused on identifying community needs and response styles associated with COVID-19 vaccinations and the plethora of mental health concerns attributed to the pandemic, with a special emphasis on teen suicide.

To reserve your virtual spot, please register at https://tinyurl.com/mentalhealthawareness2021 and click on “send me a copy of my responses” to receive a confirmation e-mail.

Event’s direct Link: https://tinyurl.com/13mentalhealthawareness

Oolite Arts Presents Ellies Connect with Reginald O’Neal, Terence Price II and Chire Regans 4/28/21

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Oolite Arts Presents Ellies Connect with Reginald O’Neal, Terence Price II and Chire Regans
Wednesday, 04/28/2021-, 06:00 pm-07:00 pm
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Cost: Free

Join Oolite Arts for the first Ellies Connect of the year with artists Reginald O’Neal and Terence Price II, as they discuss their ongoing Ellies projects, previous collaborations, and how their practices use personal experiences as a source of inspiration. This conversation will be moderated by artist and Ellies Social Justice Award winner Chire Regans at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, April 28. RSVP at https://www.oolitearts.org/event/ellies-connect-reginald-oneal-terence-price-ii-chire-regans.

The Ellies are considered to be one of the city’s most noteworthy funding opportunities, with a share of $500,000 being invested into Miami-based visual artists and art teachers. Apply online at TheEllies.org from April 21-May 17, 2021.

History Fort Lauderdale’s “Meet the Author” Zoom Series Featuring Arthur Jay Marcus 5/13/21

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History Fort Lauderdale’s “Meet the Author” Zoom Series Featuring Arthur Jay Marcus
Thursday, 05/13/2021-, 12:00 pm-01:00 pm
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Cost: Free, live interactive Zoom

History Fort Lauderdale, proud steward of our community’s past by making our heritage accessible and engaging to residents and visitors, will feature writer Arthur Jay Marcus on the next May 13 noon segment of its “Meet the Author” interactive Zoom series. The new free series takes place on the second Thursday of each month. Viewers may register at http://bit.ly/HFLMeetTheAuthorMarcus.

Arthur Jay Marcus, an architect, photographer and historic preservation consultant, is the author of The Architecture of Whimsy: Mid-20th-Century Architecture in South Florida, a lexicon examining the quixotic architectural expressions fund on select Mid-20th-Century Modern commercial buildings in South Florida. Showcasing the work of 13 noted architects from Miami Beach to Fort Lauderdale, it highlights the decorative details and gestures – swooping overhangs, brise soleil, cheese holes and arches and screening – that expressed the era’s shiny optimism and the region’s carefree resort culture. With brief biographies of architects and street maps pinpointing the location of each building, this book offers tourists, architects, history buffs and preservationist a new context and appreciation for these works of art, many of which are endangered. The book is available on Amazon.

Architecture and photography have been Marcus’ life-long passions from an early age. While maintaining an architectural studio in South Beach for 24 years prior to moving to Fort Lauderdale about six years ago, Marcus continued to take photographs of the south Florida architectural environment. His practice currently specializes in historic preservation consulting. A native of Philadelphia, Marcus graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree from Temple University and a Master of Architecture degree from Carnegie Mellon University.

Marcus joins historian John Bailey, plus authors Kingsley Guy and Donn R. Colee, Jr. as part of History Fort Lauderdale’s prestigious “Meet the Author” series, a chance to converse with South Florida-based writers, launched in February. Upcoming novelists will be announced.

History Fort Lauderdale is currently open seven days a week, from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., with docent guided tours, daily, at 1, 2 and 3 p.m. Group walking tours are available upon special request. Admission is $15 for adults; $12 for seniors and $7 for students (through age 22 with a valid student ID). Admission is free for members, military and children ages six and under. Tickets are available online at HistoryFortLauderdaleTickets.

In compliance with local and state health guidelines, visitors to History Fort Lauderdale will be required to wear a mask, have a digital temperature reading and practice safe social distancing of six feet apart. Hand sanitizer will be available at the front desk admission point and all surfaces will be thoroughly cleaned multiple times a day, per CDC guidelines. Additionally, guests will be asked to sign-in, daily, for contact tracing.

For more information, please call (954) 463-4431 or visit historyfortlauderdale.org. Follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/ftlhistory, on Instagram @ftlhistory, on Twitter @FLLhistory and subscribe on YouTube at youtube.com/user/FTLhistory.

Funding Arts Broward’s A Night at the NSU Art Museum Featuring a Virtual Tour of “The World of Anna Sui” 4/19/21

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Funding Arts Broward’s A Night at the NSU Art Museum Featuring a Virtual Tour of “The World of Anna Sui”
Monday, 04/19/2021-, 05:30 pm-06:30 pm
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Cost: Free

Funding Arts Broward (FAB), leading arts ambassadors in Broward County, will present A Night at the NSU Art Museum, a virtual program, on Monday, April 19, at 5:30 p.m. Hosted by Bonnie Clearwater, FAB member and director and chief curator of NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale, this free “friend”raiser program will feature a tour of the museum’s newest exhibit, “The World of Anna Sui.” The presentation will also introduce “Eric N. Mack: Lemme Walk Across the Room” and “Iké Udé: Select Portraits,” two other exhibits on display. A Q & A session will follow the tour and presentation.

Dedicated to supporting, sustaining and enriching the arts in our community, FAB creates captivating programming, entertainment and events for its members and the public that spotlights our region’s unique cultural offerings.
This is the eighth installment of the FAB Presents virtual pop-up series. Previous programs are available on FAB’s YouTube channel.

Thematically arranged, the exhibition explores Sui’s lifelong engagement with an array of ‘archetypes’ including the rock star, the schoolgirl, the punk, nomads, and surfers — motifs that are featured throughout her work. Hallmark outfits include Sui’s “Silver Peruvian Ensemble” and iconic sequined silk organza “Babydoll Dress” from Spring 1994. Items on view also include fashions worn by Sui’s personal style icons who include Anita Pallenberg and Jane Holzer.

The range of different styles on display emphasize Anna Sui’s consistent design approach as she incorporates her current passions into every garment. As it celebrates American fashion, the exhibition also provides a fascinating guide to the history of American pop culture, and an inside look into the creative process and unique world view of this iconic designer whose daring and experimental approach to design has become a mainstay of the international fashion scene.

“The World of Anna Sui” is organized by the Fashion and Textile Museum, London and is curated by Dennis Nothdruft.

To RSVP for FAB’s virtual A Night at the NSU Art Museum, please visit http://bit.ly/FABNightAtNSUArt2021.

To learn more about FAB including how to become a member or support the arts, visit www.fundingartsbroward.org or email fundingartsbroward@gmail.com.

Arts Mean Business Speaker Series with Spoken Word Artist Darius V. Daughtry 5/12/21

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Arts Mean Business Speaker Series with Spoken Word Artist Darius V. Daughtry
Wednesday, 05/12/2021-, 06:00 pm-07:00 pm
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Cost: Free with RSVP

Business for the Arts Broward’s ongoing Arts Mean Business Speaker Series continues virtually with a presentation and live Q&A with well-known spoken word artist, author, director and educator Darius V. Daughtry. Sponsored by Community Foundation of Broward’s James and Cathy Donnelly Family Fund, and The Castle Group. The Zoom event is free and open to the public.

Participants who wish to attend must email their RSVP to rvegas@bfabroward.org by Tuesday, May 11 to receive the invitation link.
With more than a decade of experience, Daughtry has been commissioned to write, perform and conduct workshops for various organizations including The Poetry Foundation; U.S. Naval Academy; O, Miami; City of Fort Lauderdale; Miami-Dade Schools; and Broward County Public Schools, among others.

Daughtry is also founder and artistic director of Art Prevails Project, a performing arts organization dedicated to expanding cultural conversation through theatrical performance, arts education and community engagement. He has spearheaded literacy initiatives with NFL Hall of Famer Jason Taylor and poet and actor, Omari Hardwick. He has also written and directed performances for numerous groups and organizations, such as ArtServe (RedEye), Broward Cultural Division (Sistrunk Market Place, State of Black Broward), Old Dillard Museum (Juneteenth, Kwanzaa), The World Aids Museum (Saving Grace) and more.

AMB is just one of several ways BFA supports local artists while fostering cultural vitality, creative success and economic development. BFA continuously supports the local arts community and promotes local artists, cultural non-profits and diverse art-related projects. BFA annually hosts several events in addition to AMB, including Art & Soul, Art in the Workplace, Art Curation and Art+Stroll.

For more information and sponsorship opportunities, visit www.bfabroward.org or contact Robyn Vegas at 954-940-5344 or rvegas@bfabroward.org.

AIRIE Asks: Yukio Suzuki + Juraj Kojs 4/21/21

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AIRIE Asks: Yukio Suzuki + Juraj Kojs
Wednesday, 04/21/2021-, 01:00 pm-02:00 pm
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Join Japanese dancer and choreographer Yukio Suzuki and Slovakian-born, Miami-based composer, sound / multimedia artist, performer, researcher and educator Juraj Kojs, as they discuss their collaboration on Cross Pollination, a performance art piece presented on April 17 in the Everglades National Park. Live on Zoom from Miami Light Project in partnership with PAXy.
Zoom Webinar link will be emailed to registered participants on day of the event.

History Fort Lauderdale’s “Meet the Author” Zoom Series Featuring John Bailey 4/8/21

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History Fort Lauderdale’s “Meet the Author” Zoom Series Featuring John Bailey on April 8
Thursday, 04/08/2021-, 12:00 pm-01:00 pm
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Cost: Free, live interactive Zoom

History Fort Lauderdale, proud steward of our community’s past by making our heritage accessible and engaging to residents and visitors, will feature writer/historian John Bailey on the next April 8 noon segment of its “Meet the Author” interactive Zoom series. The new free series takes place on the second Thursday of each month. Viewers may register at http://bit.ly/HFLMeetTheAuthorBailey.

Bailey is author of A New River Runs Through It, an exciting, comprehensive story of a river and the city that grew up along its banks. Beginning with the legend of how the river acquired its name, this narrative brings to life the story of the rugged men and women who settled along it and built the city of Fort Lauderdale into a world class international business and financial center. It ends with the latest events: the recent expansion of rail commuter service, the city’s management of the Covid-19 pandemic, and a look forward to our future. The book is available on Amazon and in signed editions at History Fort Lauderdale’s Museum Shop.

In 1946, at the age of nine, John Bailey arrived at the New River with his parents. He attended several of the area’s different schools – West Side, Davie, Naval Air, Central, and Fort Lauderdale High School. Through his various local teachers, Bailey developed an abiding interest in his home town. Many of his personal experiences of growing-up and living along the River are sprinkled throughout this book. His previous best selling history books include Sentinel of the Jersey Cape, The Story of the Cape May Lighthouse, Cape Island, The Jewel of the Jersey Shore and Juet’s Journal, Henry Hudson’s Explorations on the Half Moon.

Bailey joins Kingsley Guy and Donn R. Colee, Jr. as part of History Fort Lauderdale’s prestigious “Meet the Author” series, a chance to converse with South Florida-based writers, launched in February. Upcoming novelists will be announced.

History Fort Lauderdale is currently open seven days a week, from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., with docent guided tours, daily, at 1, 2 and 3 p.m. Group walking tours are available upon special request. Admission is $15 for adults; $12 for seniors and $7 for students (through age 22 with a valid student ID). Admission is free for members, military and children ages six and under. Tickets are available online at HistoryFortLauderdaleTickets.

In compliance with local and state health guidelines, visitors to History Fort Lauderdale will be required to wear a mask, have a digital temperature reading and practice safe social distancing of six feet apart. Hand sanitizer will be available at the front desk admission point and all surfaces will be thoroughly cleaned multiple times a day, per CDC guidelines. Additionally, guests will be asked to sign-in, daily, for contact tracing.

For more information, please call (954) 463-4431 or visit historyfortlauderdale.org. Follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/ftlhistory, on Instagram @ftlhistory, on Twitter @FLLhistory and subscribe on YouTube at youtube.com/user/FTLhistory.

Guy Harvey Facebook Live Sessions 3/27/21, 4/3/21, 4/10/21, 4/17/21, 4/24/21, 5/1/21, 5/8/21, 5/15/21, 5/22/21, 5/29/21

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Guy Harvey Facebook Live Sessions
Saturday, 03/27/2021-05/29/2021, 11:00 am-11:45 am
Virtual Location
Cost: Free

World-renowned marine artist, conservationist, scientist and entrepreneur Dr. Guy Harvey continues to share his expeditions, insights of the sea and art techniques for families and communities through free online art sessions, discussions and educational videos with his daughter Jessica on Facebook Live.

To view the live sessions, visit Guy Harvey’s Facebook Page at 11 a.m. on Saturdays. Viewers who miss the live sessions can catch up at their convenience by clicking the “videos” tab to see all previous live streams.

Additional educational resources are available online through the Guy Harvey Ocean Foundation‘s (GHOF) education page including Shark Talk: Let’s Talk About Sharks!, an educational workbook featuring entertaining stories, colorful artwork, ocean conservation activities and engaging games and quizzes available to download digitally at no cost; the complete collection of more than 30 free short videos, known as Jessica Harvey’s Expedition Notebook; and documentaries hosted by Dr. Harvey available to view on Amazon Prime.

For a complete list of educational resources, visit guyharvey.com/pages/ghof-education.

My State MLS to Host Free, Educational Webinars for Real Estate Professionals Throughout April 4/1/21, 4/8/21, 4/15/21, 4/22/21, 4/29/21

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My State MLS to Host Free, Educational Webinars for Real Estate Professionals Throughout April
Thursday, 04/01/2021-, 02:00 pm-03:00 pm
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Cost: Free

What/Who:
My State MLS, the first nationwide Multiple Listing Service of its kind with agents in all 50 states and Puerto Rico, is hosting free webinars throughout April for real estate professionals looking to grow their career and learn how to incorporate videos into their real estate marketing efforts.

Videos have become an integral part of selling real estate and engaging potential buyers. The April webinars will take real estate professionals through the steps of creating a video from start to finish, including choosing the setup, planning the video, filming, editing and promoting the finished product.

All webinars take place on Thursdays from 2-3 p.m. ET. Please see the webinar schedule and registration details below:

“Lights, Camera, SOLD” Webinar Series:
Learn how to be a star in front of the camera and behind the scenes. By using My State MLS’s advice to create their own masterpieces, attendees can win prizes for best presentation, most informative and most entertaining video during the DAVE Awards on April 29.

April 1, 2–3 p.m. ET: Choosing Your Setup – David Mink, operations manager and national trainer for My State MLS, will be the moderator.
April 8, 2–3 p.m. ET: Planning Your Video – Amanda Sternklar, marketing director for My State MLS, will be the moderator.
April 15, 2–3 p.m. ET: Filming and Editing – David Mink, operations manager and national trainer for My State MLS, will be the moderator.
April 22, 2–3 p.m. ET: Promoting Your Masterpiece – Amanda Sternklar, marketing director for My State MLS, will be the moderator.
April 29, 2–3 p.m. ET: The DAVE Awards – David Mink, operations manager and national trainer for My State MLS, will be the moderator.

To register, real estate and aspiring real estate professionals can visit: www.mystatemls.com/webinar_schedule

When:
Thursday, April 1 from 2–3 p.m. ET
Thursday, April 8 from 2–3 p.m. ET
Thursday, April 15 from 2–3 p.m. ET
Thursday, April 22 from 2–3 p.m. ET
Thursday, April 29 from 2–3 p.m. ET

Where:
Online. Participants will receive online directions with next steps after registering here.

Cost:
FREE

How:
Visit www.mystatemls.com/webinar_schedule to register.

About My State MLS
In 2009, Dawn Pfaff founded NY State MLS, a full multiple listings service (MLS) serving all 62 New York counties. Born from a desire to create a common-sense MLS solution, New York’s statewide Multiple Listing Service quickly garnered agents across the state, as well as nationwide attention and demand for the company’s services. In 2015, My State MLS, the first nationwide Multiple Listing Service of its kind, was created and today it has agents in all 50 states and Puerto Rico. LA State MLS debuted in October 2020. In addition to its MLSs, My State MLS’s services and products have expanded to include direct feeds to all major sites (Zillow, Trulia, Homes.com, Realtor.com and ListHub), international syndication, IDX feed, branded virtual tours, access to FIND, website design, private MLS administration and much more. For more information visit, www.mystatemls.com.

Funding Arts Broward Virtual Spring Annual Meeting to Feature Gold Coast Jazz Society’s Pam Dearden and Tim Ingham 3/23/21

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Funding Arts Broward Virtual Spring Annual Meeting to Feature Gold Coast Jazz Society’s Pam Dearden and Tim Ingham
Tuesday, 03/23/2021-, 12:00 pm-01:00 pm
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Funding Arts Broward (FAB), a nonprofit volunteer-based arts organization committed to supporting, sustaining, and enriching the arts in Broward County, will present its Spring Annual Meeting, virtually, on Tuesday, March 23, from noon – 1 p.m. The free program will be livestreamed via FAB’s YouTube channel (RSVP required) and will feature a FAB year-in-review presentation plus an address from special guest speakers and FAB grantee Gold Coast Jazz Society’s Tim Ingham and Pam Dearden. Entertainment will be provided by the Gold Coast Jazz Society.

Pam Dearden has served as executive director of the Gold Coast Jazz Society since 2004. With over 30 years of experience in arts management and arts administration, she has lent her talents and knowledge in the areas of business, education, outreach and grants to the Florida Philharmonic Orchestra, Florida’s Singing Sons Boychoir and The Opera Guild of Fort Lauderdale. Dearden is the recipient of numerous awards including the 2008 ArtServe Arts Administrator Award, the 1997 Encore Award for Individual Leadership in the Arts, the Cultural Foundation of Broward’s Star Award for volunteerism, and a “Women of Style and Substance” awardee. She has been affiliated with many professional and local civic organizations including American Symphony Orchestra League; Broward Cultural Council’s Arts in Education Committee; Broward County Music Teachers Association; Women’s Executive Club; past chair of the Cultural Executive Committee for the Broward Cultural Council; Cultural Foundation of Broward; National Society of Fund Raising Executives (NSFRE); National Association of the Teachers of Singing; past member of the Philharmonic Society and Opera Society among others.

Tim Ingham is the board president of the Gold Coast Jazz Society and has served the organization for more than 10 years in the areas of artistic programming, scholarship, development and marketing. He’s also president of the HI Foundation and a founding member of the Solarian Jazz Club. Ingham has also served as past trustee of Pine Crest School and on the board of the Broward Public Library Foundation. When not developing his musician skills, Ingham is busy in the media, real estate, investment and finance sectors as the chairman of American National Bank, as vice president of Asterisk, Inc. and as a board member of Hubbell Realty, Inc.

To RSVP for the Spring Annual Meeting, visit https://bit.ly/FABSpringLunch2021. To learn more about FAB including how to become a member or support the arts, visit www.fundingartsbroward.org or email fundingartsbroward@gmail.com.

About Funding Arts Broward (FAB)
Funding Arts Broward, (FAB) is a non-profit volunteer-based arts organization committed to preserving and cultivating the arts in Broward County, Florida. As leading arts ambassadors, FAB’s mission is to support, sustain and enrich the arts in our community. Since its inception in 2003, the organization has granted more than $3.6 million to local visual and performing arts programming. More information about FAB can be found at www.fundingartsbroward.org.

Junior Achievement of South Florida (JA) to Host “Girls Rule – Ignite Your Super Power” 3/31/21

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Junior Achievement of South Florida (JA) to Host “Girls Rule – Ignite Your Super Power”
Wednesday, 03/31/2021-, 03:00 pm-05:00 pm
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Junior Achievement of South Florida launches Girls Rule – one amazing initiative and two exciting virtual events that celebrate, empower, and inspire women and girls.

Girls Rule with Title Sponsor Comerica Bank and Presenting Sponsor Bluegreen Vacations, kicks off with The Girls Rule Launch Event on Tuesday, March 16, from noon-1:15 p.m. “We are bringing together today’s resilient and forward-thinking women together to connect around a common vision to transform and advance the world for future generations of women,” said Laurie Sallarulo, President & CEO.

The Launch Event is reserved for sponsors, their guests and supporters and will provide an intimate and real-life opportunity to network. Guests will be inspired by Kara Goldin, Founder and CEO of Hint, Inc. Her company is best known for its award-winning Hint® water, the leading unsweetened flavored water, with more than 150 employees and $150 million in sales. She also has a podcast and new book entitled, “Undaunted: Overcoming Doubts and Doubters”.

On Wednesday, March 31, from 3-5 p.m. is the Girls Rule – Ignite Your Super Power Main Event that will connect hundreds of high school girls with powerful women. Students who might not have the opportunity to be influenced and mentored by strong women role models, will engage with inspiring and exciting keynote speakers, attend breakout sessions led by experienced women leaders paired with young female JA Alumni and receive a swag bag.

The event keynote speaker is Ari Chambers, a multi-media journalist, sports host, and social media manager based in New York City. Ari works for highlightHER and has grown its followers to over 70000 and is considered the fastest growing women’s sports platform. Her message: “Women’s Potential is Limitless”.

Breakout session topics will cover self-care, goal setting, financial wellness, self-invention, personal branding, making responsible choices, building positive relationships, self-acceptance, effective teamwork, the power of positivity and effective communication/public speaking.

“We are honored to serve as the title sponsor of Junior Achievement Girls Rule,” said Mo Corker, Comerica Bank Florida External Affairs Market Manager. “Historically, women have played a vital role in our country’s economic recovery and growth, which is why it is important that we invest in girls’ and women’s empowerment. Our bank is committed to equipping the leaders of tomorrow with the tools and money skills needed to navigate the increasingly complex financial landscape. Partnering with JA on this initiative, creates a path to economic freedom for girls who traditionally would not have access to these resources.”

Other Girls Rule partners include Bluegreen Vacations, CITY Furniture, Rick Case Automotive, Castle Group, JM Family Enterprises, Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, Office Depot, Valley Bank, Jeni Kampeas Chokron, Laurie Sallarulo, Peter Woolf, Hoffman’s Chocolates, RCC Associates, Kaufman Rossin, KEMET Electronics, Chaisteli Insurance Group, Hotwire Communications, Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital, Holy Cross Hospital and Miller Construction Company.

In addition to sponsoring the event, women can join the Women Ignites Futures Movement, powered by CITY Furniture. For a donation of $50, women can submit a 2-minute video sharing their superpower, which will be shared on all social media platforms. For $100, they can also receive a copy of Kara’s book “Undaunted: Overcoming Doubts and Doubters”.

For more information about Girls Rule, including sponsorship and facilitator opportunities, visit www.jasouthflorida.org/GirlsRule or contact Robyn Harper at (954) 979-7124 or Robyn@JASouthFlorida.org.

About Junior Achievement of South Florida
Junior Achievement of South Florida (JA) inspires and prepares youth to succeed in a global economy. JA provides real-world training in financial literacy including budgeting, spending, investing and the use of credit; offers cutting-edge skill-building opportunities that enable young people to explore meaningful, productive careers; teaches students how to start businesses; and introduces entrepreneurial values that strengthen workplaces. Last year, with the help of over 7,100 trained corporate and community volunteers, JA delivered over 20 various programs to almost 50,000 students in classrooms throughout Broward and south Palm Beach counties and at JA World Huizenga Center at the Lillian S. Wells Pavilion, a first-class facility housing JA BizTown and JA Finance Park. For more information about Junior Achievement of South Florida, visit www.JASouthFlorida.org. Follow JA on social media @jasouthflorida.

About Kara Goldin
Kara Goldin is the Founder and CEO of Hint, Inc., best known for its award-winning Hint® water, the leading unsweetened flavored water. She has been named one of InStyle’s Badass 50, Fast Company’s Most Creative People in Business, Fortune’s Most Powerful Women Entrepreneurs, Fortune’s Most Innovative Women in Food & Drink and EY Entrepreneur of the Year for Northern California. The Huffington Post listed her as one of six disruptors in business, alongside Steve Jobs and Mark Zuckerberg. Kara has successfully navigated the world of large companies and startups in many industries including media, tech and consumer products. In addition, she understands retail and direct to consumer well. She is an active speaker & writer and hosts the podcast The Kara Goldin Show where she interviews founders, entrepreneurs and other disruptors across various industries. Kara’s first book, Undaunted, published by Harper Leadership, was released in October 2020. She lives in the Bay Area. Follow Kara on all social handles @KaraGoldin

Learn How to Prepare Corned Beef with Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurants Chef Stephen Puhr on the St. Patrick’s Day Edition of Cooking with The Galleria 3/16/21

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Learn How to Prepare Corned Beef with Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurants Chef Stephen Puhr on the St. Patrick’s Day Edition of Cooking with The Galleria
Tuesday, 03/16/2021-, 02:00 pm-02:30 pm
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Cost: Free, Facebook Live Event

May the luck and taste of the Irish be with you! Join Chef Stephen Puhr of Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurants as he shows you how to prepare and enjoy traditional Corned Beef, in honor of St. Patrick’s Day, on the next Cooking with The Galleria free virtual tutorial series on Facebook Live, Tuesday, March 16, at 2 p.m. Two special meals – Corned Beef and Cabbage and Corned Beef Sliders – will be available for dine-in, only, on St. Patrick’s (March 17). One segment viewer will be selected to receive a special gift from The Spice Lab, now open at The Galleria across from Bath & Body Works.

Chef Stephen Puhr discovered his unshakable passion for cooking and warm hospitality at the tender age of 15 while working in a small pizzeria on the south side of Chicago. As a graduate of Chicago’s Le Cordon Bleu, Puhr landed his first position as executive chef for Redstone American Grill at the age of 26. Puhr went on to serve as the Luxury Suite chef for the Utah Jazz, as well as lending his talents to the 2002 Winter Olympics. In 2012, Puhr joined the Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurants team, where, today, his role as senior area culinary operations manager has him overseeing scratch kitchens at 10 Cooper’s Hawk locations.

Launched last year during the COVID-19 quarantine, Cooking with The Galleria has successfully entertained hundreds of thousands in the local community. Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurants is the newest tasteful addition to the series. Previous instructional cooking segments have featured Chef Puhr preparing Filet Medallions and Parmesan Crusted Lobster Tails and Season’s 52 Chef Elvis Bravo serving-up delicious dishes including Caramelized Grilled Sea Scallops, Bone-in, Dry-rubbed Pork Chop, Maryland Style Lump Crab Cakes, Seafood Paella, Roasted Vegetable Gnocchi, Shrimp and Grits, Carne Asada Fajitas and Signature Blackened Mahi Tacos. These archived recorded livestream demonstrations can be found at facebook.com/GalleriaFtLauderdale.

The Galleria at Fort Lauderdale is currently open from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Thursday, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday and Saturday, and from noon to 6 p.m. on Sunday. It continues to institute additional safety measures complying with government guidelines. Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurants is open and taking reservations via phone at (754) 755-9463 and online. Seasons 52, The Capital Grille and P.F. Chang’s are also offering full-service dining and take-out. Blue Martini is open, as well. Please visit www.galleriamall-fl.com/current-updates-due-to-covid-19.

For additional upcoming virtual events and information about The Galleria at Fort Lauderdale, please visit facebook.com/GalleriaFtLauderdale. Patrons may also call (954) 564-1036 or visit www.galleriamall-fl.com.

Immunizing Your Relationships Against COVID Stress (Free Webinar) 3/10/21

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Immunizing Your Relationships Against COVID Stress (Free Webinar)
Wednesday, 03/10/2021-, 02:00 pm-03:00 pm
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Cost: Free with registration

For over a year now, COVID-19 has been negatively impacting many aspects of our lives, including our relationships.

For some, relationships were their primary way of coping with everyday life. For others, however, relationships were a pre-existing source of stress.

At Albizu University’s Miami Campus, we’re known for our intensive focus on high-level psychology. Whether you’re worried about relating to a significant other, family member or even a coworker, our psychologists and counselors can show you how to cope with the pandemic’s impact on all of your relationships.

Join us for a free, one-hour webinar with Albizu University’s top professors to learn some new relationship repair skills!

The event will explore the relationship conflict process, from what happens to our bodies physiologically during an argument, to differences and psychosocial influences among age groups in how we relate to one another.

Albizu professor and neuropsychologist Dr. Isaac Tourgeman will moderate the program, which will also explain how therapy can help you, and give suggestions on how to find a therapist who best fits your needs.

How to Build a Digital Resume and Interview in the Digital World 3/16/21

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How to Build a Digital Resume and Interview in the Digital World
Tuesday, 03/16/2021-, 12:00 pm-01:00 pm
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On Tuesday, March 16th at Noon, Let’s Make Lemonade (an AAF South Florida education series) presents a panel of experts talking candidly about how to put your best foot forward while looking for employment in our digital world. A little more about our speakers:

Eli Rodriguez:

Eli is a dynamic, strategic, and innovative HR and Talent Acquistion leader. He is passionate about people, and for over 15 years, has changed people’s lives by connecting them with new career adventures. He was recently featured in Business Insider’s: “Top 13 Advertising Recruiters to Know Right Now”.

Eli is currently the Director, Human Resources & Talent at Zimmerman Advertising. In the past, he’s served as Sr. Talent Advisor of Campus Recruiting with Raymond James, and prior to that as an HR Business Partner & Talent Advisor with ADP, Starlite Media, and INROADS.

Josie Gonzalez:

Jozie, a South Florida native, is currently working at Telemundo Enterprises in Miami, Florida as a Talent Acquisition Recruiter. In the past, she was a Corporate Recruiter for a large Omnicom advertising agency. She has recruited people for all roles ranging from Research, Data Analytics, Media Planning, Account Management, and Studio Production. She has been with NBCUniversal, Telemundo Enterprises for a year now. Last but not least, she is a board member of the Advertising Production Club of New York; a non-profit organization.

Natalya Spicker:

Natalya is an award-winning talent acquisition expert with over a decade’s worth of experience within staffing, creative and technology industries, She currently leads the Growth and Partnerships division for the internationally acclaimed social impact startup, SheWorks, a global talent platform that leverages technology to close diversity and inclusion gaps.

Natalya sits on the board of the American Advertising Federation of Miami as their Membership Chair, where she has helped impact South Florida’s creative ecosystem by driving funds, awareness and support through programs such as the ADDY Awards, and the Creative Futures Scholarships.

Register for FREE here: https://web.cvent.com/event/748f9cf2-bfab-48f7-aabc-0417975ffd22/summary

History Fort Lauderdale’s “Meet the Author” Zoom Series Featuring Kingsley Guy on March 11 at Noon 3/11/21

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History Fort Lauderdale’s “Meet the Author” Zoom Series Featuring Kingsley Guy on March 11 at Noon
Thursday, 03/11/2021-, 12:00 pm-01:00 pm
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Cost: Free, live interactive Zoom

History Fort Lauderdale, proud steward of our community’s past by making our heritage accessible and engaging to residents and visitors, will feature writer Kingsley Guy on the next March 11 noon segment of its “Meet the Author,” interactive Zoom series. The new free series takes place on the second Thursday of each month.

Guy is author of Piercing the Veil: A Skeptical Journalist Discovers Unseen Worlds (ttlharmony Publishing). During this special engagement, he will discuss his deeply personal and engrossing memoir of mystifying events and mystical experiences that brought deep and profound meaning to his life – after he had all but given up hope. Viewers may register at http://bit.ly/HFLMeetTheAuthorGuy.

Kingsley Guy was employed by South Florida’s Sun Sentinel newspaper for 30 years, including 23 as editorial page editor. During his career, he had assignments in the Middle East, India, Russia, and China, and conversed with hundreds of prominent newsmakers, including John McCain, Hillary Clinton, John Glenn, Mikhail Gorbachev, and Madeleine Albright. He has been a frequent guest on radio and television. Before Piercing the Veil: A Skeptical Journalist Discovers Unseen Worlds, the winner of a prestigious Nautilus Book Award, he wrote the critically acclaimed novel, Queen of the Heavens, set in ancient Egypt. Both books are Amazon #1 Bestsellers and are available on Amazon in print and e-book form.

Kingsley Guy joins Donn R. Colee, Jr. as part of History Fort Lauderdale’s prestigious “Meet the Author” series, a chance to converse with South Florida-based writers, launched in February. The April 8 edition will feature John Bailey, author of A New River Runs Through It. Upcoming novelists will be announced.

History Fort Lauderdale is currently open seven days a week, from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., with docent guided tours, daily, at 1, 2 and 3 p.m. Group walking tours are available upon special request. Admission is $15 for adults; $12 for seniors and $7 for students (through age 22 with a valid student ID). Admission is free for members, military and children ages six and under. Tickets are available online at HistoryFortLauderdaleTickets.

In compliance with local and state health guidelines, visitors to History Fort Lauderdale will be required to wear a mask, have a digital temperature reading and practice safe social distancing of six feet apart. Hand sanitizer will be available at the front desk admission point and all surfaces will be thoroughly cleaned multiple times a day, per CDC guidelines. Additionally, guests will be asked to sign-in, daily, for contact tracing.

For more information, please call (954) 463-4431 or visit historyfortlauderdale.org. Follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/ftlhistory, on Instagram @ftlhistory, on Twitter @FLLhistory and subscribe on YouTube at youtube.com/user/FTLhistory.

Car Buying 101 – Tricks of the Trade 3/9/21

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Car Buying 101 – Tricks of the Trade
Tuesday, 03/09/2021-, 06:00 pm-07:00 pm
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Cost: Free

Learn tips and tricks on how to maximize your purchasing/selling power at an auto dealership.

We will be presenting with our special guest speaker, Mr. Bill Goldberg, who is the founder of Auto Advisors.

Learn insider information about the car buying experience:

How to get more for your trade-in
Internet car buying pitfalls
Dealership profit areas
Extras add up
Dealer financing vs. your Credit Union
Plus more industry info you didn’t know

Homebuying 101 2/23/21

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Homebuying 101
Tuesday, 02/23/2021-, 06:00 pm-07:00 pm
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Cost: Free

Prepare to buy your dream home in 2021!

This presentation covers the basics of the homebuying process and gets you prepared to find your dream home. You’ll learn:

The steps involved in the homebuying process
The variety of lending options available when trying to buy a home
Everything you’ll need to have for a successful closing
And more!

History Fort Lauderdale’s “Meet the Author” Zoom Series Launches with Donn Colee, Jr. 2/11/21

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History Fort Lauderdale’s “Meet the Author” Zoom Series Launches with Donn Colee, Jr.
Thursday, 02/11/2021-, 12:00 pm-01:00 pm
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History Fort Lauderdale, proud steward of our community’s past by making our heritage accessible and engaging to residents and visitors, will launch the first segment of its “Meet the Author,” interactive Zoom series with Palm Beach County-based Donn R. Colee, Jr. author of Legends & Lore of Fort Lauderdale’s New River (Arcadia Publishing/The History Press), on February 11 at noon. The series, featuring local writers of all genres, will continue on the second Thursday of each month.

Colee Jr. is a seventh-generation Floridian and a direct descendent of George Colee, who immigrated to the St. Augustine area from England in 1821. Donn grew up in Orlando but frequently visited relatives in the ancient city, where his curiosity was piqued by stories about a massacre of long-ago family members at Fort Lauderdale’s New River. While the “Colee Massacre” story was later debunked, it refused to die. His Legends & Lore of Fort Lauderdale’s New River began as an attempt to finally resolve the last vestiges of that myth, but the power of New River quickly propelled the book to become a history of the river, its fascinating people, and the transformation of its wilderness into a metropolis. This is his second book. His first, Towers in the Sand, is the history of radio and television stations in Florida and the people who brought them to life. His family has been engaged in Florida broadcasting for three generations. Colee is a member of the Florida Historical Society, History Fort Lauderdale, St. Augustine Historical Society and Historical Society of Palm Beach County. He is a former commissioner of the Florida Inland Navigation District, the state agency responsible for maintenance and improvements of the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway from Fernandina Beach to Key Biscayne. It was built by a company that was cofounded in 1881 by his great-great-great-grandfather, who became its civil engineer. Donn and his wife, Martha, reside in Palm Beach Gardens.

Upcoming authors will be announced. Viewers may register at http://bit.ly/HFLMeetTheAuthor .

History Fort Lauderdale is currently open seven days a week, from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., with
docent guided tours, daily, at 1, 2 and 3 p.m. Group walking tours are available upon special request. Admission is $15 for adults; $12 for seniors and $7 for students (through age 22 with a valid student ID). Admission is free for members, military and children ages six and under. Tickets are available online at HistoryFortLauderdaleTickets.

In compliance with local and state health guidelines, visitors to History Fort Lauderdale will be required to wear a mask, have a digital temperature reading and practice safe social distancing of six feet apart. Hand sanitizer will be available at the front desk admission point and all surfaces will be thoroughly cleaned multiple times a day, per CDC guidelines. Additionally, guests will be asked to sign-in, daily, for contact tracing.

For more information, please call (954) 463-4431 or visit historyfortlauderdale.org. Follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/ftlhistory, on Instagram @ftlhistory, on Twitter @FLLhistory and subscribe on YouTube at youtube.com/user/FTLhistory.

The Fearless Artist Curator Masterclass Information Session 2/12/21

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The Fearless Artist Curator Masterclass Information Session
Friday, 02/12/2021-, 07:00 pm-
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Cost: Free

Information Session for The Fearless Artist’s Feb. 20 Curator Masterclass.

Ideation + Planning + Promotion + Production. How do you craft an idea and turn it into an art exhibition? How do you create a team and a branded integrated campaign? How do you fund your ideas and get people to support your vision? How do you design, install, and successfully produce a creative event experience?

On February 20th at 12 PM EST, in a six-hour workshop, curator and Founder of The Fearless Artist Popup Gallery, which was named Best of Art Basel Event in 2019 by Time Out Magazine, will go through all of the facets of producing your own creative event.

You will leave with a plan, tools and materials, and all important access to The Fearless Artist network of art industry professionals.

The Fearless Artist Curator Masterclass 2/20/21

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The Fearless Artist Curator Masterclass
Saturday, 02/20/2021-, 12:00 pm-06:00 pm
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Cost: $199

Ideation + Planning + Promotion + Production. How do you craft an idea and turn it into an art exhibition? How do you create a team and a branded integrated campaign? How do you fund your ideas and get people to support your vision? How do you design, install, and successfully produce a creative event experience?

On February 20th at 12 PM EST, in a six-hour workshop, curator and Founder of The Fearless Artist Popup Gallery, which was named Best of Art Basel Event in 2019 by Time Out Magazine, will go through all of the facets of producing your own creative event.

You will leave with a plan, tools and materials, and all important access to The Fearless Artist network of art industry professionals.