Category: Seminar/Lecture

Historic Overtown To Serve As A Key Cultural Hub To Welcome Visitors To Miami 2/24/15

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Historic Overtown To Serve As A Key Cultural Hub To Welcome Visitors To Miami
Monday, 02/23/2015 – 02/23/2015 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Welcome-Center-GMCVBHistoric Lyric Theatre
819 NW 2nd Ave, Miami, FL, 33136,
Miami, Florida 33138
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

Media Contact:
Yvette N. Harris
Ph:786.897.8854
Email: yvette@harrispublicrelations.com

Ginny Gutierrez
Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau
Email: ginny@GMCVB.com
Ph: 305.213.1613

Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau and
Black Archives History and Research Foundation of South Florida
Launch Historic Overtown Visitor Center

Historic Overtown To Serve As A Key Cultural Hub To Welcome Visitors To Miami

Miami, FL – The Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau’s Multicultural Tourism Team (GMCVB) in partnership with the Black Archives & Research Foundation of South Florida will hold a ribbon-cutting on Monday, February 23, 2015 at 10 am-12 noon for the new Historic Overtown Visitor Center located inside The Historic Lyric Theater.

The new visitor center will provide visitors and residents with a resource for information on the attractions and happenings in Historic Overtown as well as other heritage and multicultural neighborhoods throughout Greater Miami.  Additionally, the new visitor center at the Historic Lyric Theater will offer a wide variety of brochures on attractions and points of interest, maps, calendars of events, tours and special offerings throughout the year.  The Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off Uptown loop tour will be making a stop at the Historic Lyric Theater where the new Historic Overtown Visitor Center will be open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

“As Historic Overtown again becomes a destination of choice for tourist and residents alike, The Black Archives is extremely honored to have this visitors center located in the Historic Lyric Theater Cultural Arts Complex says Timothy Barber, Executive Director Black Archives.  “The Welcome Center is the result of the great collaboration, and partnership that we have been able establish the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau, along with the Multicultural Tourism Team.  This initiative fits the mission of the Black Archives to re-brand the Historic Overtown neighborhood by re-introducing economic growth and jobs for residents through tourism dollars.”
“We’re delighted to be opening a visitor center in the heart of Historic Overtown in partnership with the Black Archives & Research Foundation of South Florida,” says GMCVB President & CEO William D. Talbert, III, CDME. “The new visitor center is part of our Multicultural Tourism Team’s evolving efforts to raise awareness of our diverse and vibrant multicultural neighborhoods. The new visitor center at The Historic Lyric Theater will provide visitors with a warm welcome and introduction to the rich heritage of Historic Overtown.”

 For more information, visit:  www.MiamiandBeaches.com.

Event Details:

WHO: Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau, Black Archives & Research Foundation of South Florida

WHAT: Opening of the Historic Overtown Visitor Center that will provide information to visitors to learn about Greater Miami and its multicultural heritage neighborhoods.

WHEN: Monday, February 23, 2015

WHERE: Historic Lyric Theatre-819 NW 2nd Ave, Miami, FL, 33136

TIME:10 a.m.-noon

RSVP: GMCVB’s Multicultural Tourism Department PBrennan@GMCVB.com
Media Inquiries: Harris Public Relations-786.897.8854 or yvette@harrispublicrelations.com

Business Wire and Black PR Wire Webinar; Building Brand Believers 2/25/15

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Business Wire and Black PR Wire Webinar; Building Brand Believers
Wednesday, 02/25/2015 – 02/25/2015 12:00 pm – 01:00 pm
e-flyer-BBB-webinarOnline
152 NE 167th St,
Miami, Florida 33162
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

Business Wire and Black PR Wire invite you to join us for a discussion on building brand-believers in the black community. You will hear from agencies, big brands and non-profits that will share case studies and insights on how they have connected with black consumers for their industries and organizations. Don’t miss your chance to ask questions to these target audience leaders and get the feedback you need to increase your return on engagement with this important consumer group.

Photographs of Art/Work Connections Seminar 25: Grants for Artists 2.0 – Meet the Grantmakers on 2/17/15

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Art/Work Connections Seminar 25: Grants for Artists 2.0 – Meet the Grantmakers at Miami Center for Architecture and Design on Tuesday, February 17, 2015.  Thank you to everyone who attended the Art/Work Connections #25: Grants for Artists 2.0, Featuring the Miami Foundation, Knight Foundation and the Department of Cultural Affairs. We had a good crowd and the response was overwhelmingly positive. If you enjoyed it and learned something, please consider leaving a testimonial for us. These really help us in future fundraising to bring you more and bigger programming!

We absolutely want to thank our host venue, Miami Center for Architecture and Design. They were wonderful to work with and the space is beautiful.

We also send out our deepest appreciation from the representatives of the grantmakers for coming out and giving up their Tuesday evening to talk about how they are working to help artists:
Tatiana Hernandez, Program Officer / Arts, Knight Foundation
Deborah J. Margol, Deputy Director, Miami-Dade Department of Cultural Affairs
Victoria Fear, Programs Associate, Miami Foundation
And, of course, our moderator, Joshua Kingston.

Community Leaders and Activists To Discuss How Community Can Help Improve Relations With The Police 2/24/15

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Community Leaders and Activists To Discuss How Community Can Help Improve Relations With The Police
Tuesday, 02/24/2015 – 07:00 pm – 09:30 pm
Black-Police-Museum-FlyerThe Black Police Precinct and Courthouse Museum
480 NW 11th Street,Miami, Fl.,
Miami, Florida 33138
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

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Media Contact
Yvette N. Harris
Ph:787.897.8854
Email: Yvette@harrispublicrelations.com

The Black Police Precinct and Courthouse Museum Set To Host Community Discussion On Stand Your Ground and the Use of Mug Shots In Target Practice and Police Relations In The Community

Community Leaders and Activists To Discuss How Community Can Help Improve Relations With The Police

MIAMI, FL, February 17, 2015 – The Black Police Precinct and Courthouse Museum (BPPCM) will host a panel discussion on Tuesday, February 24th, from 7-9:30pm. The topics will include the Stand Your Ground law, recent use of mug shots in target practice and overall police relations in the community. The BPPCM is located at 480 NW 11th Street,Miami, Fl. The moderator for the evening is Dr. Jimmy Brown (Chief Jimmy Brown), retired Miami-Dade Division Chief and the host of Hot Talk on Hot 105 for the past 25 years. The distinguished panel includes State Senator Dwight Bullard (District 39), Florida State Representative Shevrin Jones (District 101), Retired Lt. Archie McKay (BPPCM), Bishop James Adams (St. John Institutional Missionary Baptist Church), Troy E. Wright(Executive Director, Trayvon Martin Foundation) and Rene T. Gordon, Esq. The #Black Police Precinct and Courthouse Museum is a major place to visit for local, national and international tourists to learn about the accomplishments and struggles of pre-Civil Rights black officers.

In 1944, the Miami Police Department began a new era in law enforcement hiring the first five African-American police officers—Ralph White, Moody Hall, Clyde Lee, Edward Kimball, and John Milledge—who served and protected the Central Negro District now known as Overtown, Liberty City and Coconut Grove. Because of segregation, the officers could not operate out of the main Miami Police Station. So, they policed by walking and riding bicycles. There are even stories of arrested prisoners being taken to jail on bicycle handlebars, or by walking and even hailing rides from citizens driving by. They had no cars, no radio contact and, most of all, no headquarters, until 1950 when renowned Miami architect, Walter G. DeGarmo, designed the first and only Black Precinct and Courthouse in the nation. Today, it’s the only museum of its kind in the country.

The museum is open Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Retired officers like Lt. Archie McKay, who served in the facility when it was a precinct, regale guests with stories and challenges of law enforcement during segregation. On the weekend, the museum becomes the backdrop for Vegas-style, Ball & Chain Weddings where couples “tie the knot” during ceremonies that are unique, fun and inexpensive.

The Black Police Precinct and Courthouse Museum is a 501©3.

Visit http://historicalblackprecinct.org for directions and more interesting facts about the venue and weddings.

Media contact for the event: Harris Public Relations at 786.897-8854 or info@harrispublicrelations.com.

Art/Work Connections Seminar #25: Grants for Artists 2.0 – Meet the Grantmakers 2/17/15

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Art/Work Connections Seminar #25: Grants for Artists 2.0 – Meet the Grantmakers
AWC25-FlyerWebTuesday, February 17, 6:30pm-9:00pm
 Miami Center for Architecture & Design (MCAD)
100 NE 1st Ave
Downtown Miami, FL 33132
Tickets: $10 with Registration
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Life Is Art kicks the 2015 Art/Work Connections Seminar series off with an Opportunity for Artists to Meet Representatives from Knight Foundation, Miami Foundation and Department of Cultural Affairs
Hashtag #ArtWorkCon

Subject: Meet the Grantmakers
Panelists:
Victoria Fear, Programs Associate, Miami Foundation
Tatiana Hernandez, Program Officer / Arts, Knight Foundation
Deborah J. Margol, Deputy Director, Miami-Dade Department of Cultural Affairs
Moderator: Joshua Kingston, Independent Grant Writer, Curator, Miami Mixer

Following the outstanding response to our first grants seminar back in July of 2014, we are following up with an exciting opportunity to meet representatives from three of the main funders in Miami, the Miami Foundation, the Knight Foundation and the Department of Cultural Affairs. This is a rare chance to hear directly from the grantmakers and ask them all your questions.

Did you know that individual artists can receive grants without being a charity organization? That is right, there are grants out there available to artists directly. Come and learn what the grantmakers are looking for and how best to approach them with proposals. Approaching foundations often seems overwhelming and intimidating, but grants are actually managed by people who want to help you do great things for the community. We are going to introduce you to the real people who really work at these institutions so that next time you go to apply, you will have a friend on the inside.

Schedule:
6:30-7:00, Registration
7:00-8:30, Panel
8:30-9:00, Q&A Social

PechaKucha Miami: The City of the Future 2/20/15

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PechaKucha Miami: The City of the Future
Friday, 02/20/2015 – 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Young-Patrons-PechaKucha-Miami-City-of-the-Future-Miami-Science-MuseumFrost Museum of Science
3280 South Miami Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33133
RSVP Link
Cost: Suggested donation $10

Travel into the future with five local and international guest speakers for The City of the Future PechaKucha presented by the Frost Science Young Patrons as part of the Frost Science’s multi-day Innovation and Engineering Weekend: Building the City of the Future. Throughout the evening, guests will enjoy beverages while making their very own pottery through a special Maker’s activity. The evening will conclude by the “rake” kiln fire while the pottery is cured for guests to take home. Music by Dani Nicole and complimentary libations courtesy of Tito’s Vodka, Mandarine Napoleon, ZIOBAFFA, Lucky Buddha and Lemon City Tea. Also featured will be the Miami Cityscapes artworks, where ten local artists shared their vision for the city of the future, and a special light installation in the Planetarium. This event is part of the global PechaKucha Night worldwide.

Brainfood @ The LAB w/ Jim McKelvey 2/26/15

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Brainfood @ The LAB w/ Jim McKelvey
Thursday, February 26, 2015 from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
The LAB Miami
400 NW 26th Street
Miami, FL 33127
Eventbrite

Solving the Tech Talent Shortage
Join us as Mr. McKelvey discusses innovative solutions to the tech talent shortage.

Schedule
6:30-7:00pm – Registration & Networking
7:00-7:30pm – Keynote Interview moderated by Marco Giberti
7:30-8:00pm – Audience Q&A
8:00-8:30pm – Wrap-up & Networking

Jim McKelvey (Guest Speaker)
Jim McKelvey is a successful entrepreneur, artist, author and inventor. Co-founder of the groundbreaking mobile payments company Square, Mr. McKelvey helped set the stage for a major e-commerce disruption. His latest project, LaunchCode, is aiming to solve the tech talent shortage and create pathways to economic opportunity through apprenticeships and job placements. In addition to his business ventures, Jim is a best-selling author and glassblowing artist.

Marco Giberti (Moderator)
Mr. Giberti is a successful entrepreneur and angel investor with more than 20 years of intensive experience in marketing and communications with focus on the media, internet and events industry. After several years in a successful career as a corporate executive at Apple computers, Mr. Giberti decided to give free rein to his entrepreneurial spirit and became:

• Co-founder and Board Member of Mind Opener, a leading publishing group in Latin America that was later sold to British Pearson Media Group, and
• Co-founder and Board Member of e-mind, an internet and media communications company that was sold to Liberty Media.
• President, CEO and co-founder of Mind Trainer, a firm specialized in the organization of major regional trade-shows and events.

After a very successful growth, regional expansion and partnerships, including a long term relationship with E.J.Krause, Reed Elsevier bought a controlling position in the business in the year 2005, and Mr. Giberti became its president and regional partner for the events and trade show division in Latin America.Over the course of his business career, Mr. Giberti has been awarded a number of distinctions in his field, including, among others, Entrepreneur of the year Award and was named one of the top 100 most influential people on the global convention and exhibition business by the Trade Show Week magazine. Mr. Giberti is a Harvard Business School OPM Graduate, and member of YPO, the Young Presidents Organization.

Brainfood @ The LAB is a monthly, hands-on discussion with successful entrepreneurs, investors, and CEOs from around the world. These monthly gatherings will help local startups and entrepreneurs understand the opportunities and challenges of launching and growing a business. Every participant will leave with a wealth of new ideas and key, practical advice to advancing one’s own entrepreneurial career.

City of the Future PechaKucha Night 20×20 2/20/15

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City of the Future PechaKucha Night 20×20
Friday February 20, 2015 from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Patricia and Phillip Frost Museum of Science
3280 South Miami Avenue
Miami, Florida 33133
Suggested donation $10 but RVSP is required.

The Frost Science Young Patrons continue Innovation & Engineering Weekend with a fascinating City of the Future PechaKucha Night 20×20 presentation, a speaker format in which 20 images are shown, each for 20 seconds. This event is part of the global PechaKucha Night worldwide. Speakers include:

Camille Coley, J.D., Assistant Vice President for Research and Associate Director of Florida Atlantic University’s Southeast National Marine Renewable Energy Center, on the future of energy through the power of ocean currents.

Meg Daly, Founder and President of The Underline, on the future of bikes in solving transportation challenges of the city of the future.

Stephen Davis, Ph.D., Wetland Ecologist for the Everglades Foundation, on the future of water for Miami and the importance of the Everglades in solving the water challenge.

Trevor Powers, Vice President of Engineering & Facilities of the Patricia and Phillip Frost Museum of Science, on the innovative design of the new Museum and the role of the Museum in the city of the future.

David Rifkind, Associate Professor of Architecture at Florida International University, on the future of urban housing with sustainable buildings that have net zero emissions.

Throughout the evening, guests will enjoy beverages in a fun and thought-provoking atmosphere while making their very own pottery through a special Maker’s activity. The evening will conclude by the “raku” kiln fire while the pottery is cured for guests to take home.

Music by Dani Nicole and complimentary libations courtesy of Tito’s Vodka, Mandarine Napoléon, ZIOBAFFA, Lucky Buddha and Lemon City Tea.

The Million Dollar Pitch PIONEERS @ MDC: Sean Ammirati 2/19/15

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The Million Dollar Pitch PIONEERS @ MDC: Sean Ammirati
Thursday, February 19, 2015 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
The Idea Center at Miami Dade College
315 NE 2nd Avenue, Building 8th – 5th Floor
Miami, FL 33132
Register

Sean Ammirati is a partner to Birchmere Labs, a seed and studio fund focused on community driven commerce startups. Prior to that, he had over 12 years founding, building and selling businesses in the media and software industries. Sean is currently an Adjunct Professor of Entrepreneurship at Carnegie Mellon University. He also was a founding advisor to innovation Works’ AlphaLab accelerator

MIT@MDC: Innovation Happens Everywhere, Jose Estabil, MIT 2/18/15

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MIT@MDC: Innovation Happens Everywhere, Jose Estabil, MIT
Wednesday, February 18, 2015 from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM
The Idea Center at Miami Dade College
315 NE 2nd Ave, 5th Floor
Miami, Florida 33132
Register

Pioneers@MDC: José Estabil
Director, Entrepreneurship and Innovation, MIT Skoltech Initiative
Advisor, MIT Portugal Program
Advisory Board, The Idea Center

José Estabil is the Director of Entrepreneurship & Innovation at MIT Skoltech Initiative, where he brings 20 years of experience in translating technology into several dominant designs and high growth businesses. Mr. Estabil earned his Bachelor and Master of Science in physics from Brown University. He holds eight U.S patents, and has authored or co-authored over twenty publications in the fields of semiconductor materials and semiconductor metrology.

Romancing Your Donors 2/25/15

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Romancing Your Donors
Wednesday, February 25, 2015, 8:00am to 10:00am
afpCoral Gables Country Club
997 North Greenway Drive
Miami, FL 33134February 25
Coral Gables Country Club
$30 Members – $20 Early Bird until February 14
$40 Public – $30 Early Bird until February 14
Register Online

It’s all about engagement and stewardship! Identify, engage, nurture and care for your volunteers and donors resulting in their investment in your organization.

Lydia Muniz
CEO, Big Brothers Big Sisters

Ron Magill
Communications Director, Zoo Miami

Complimentary Parking in lot at back of building

Perfecting Your Pitch Workshop 2/28/15

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Perfecting Your Pitch Workshop
Saturday, 02/28/2015 – 09:30 am – 11:30 am
flyer-perfecting-your-pitchCenter for Social Change
2103 Coral Way, Suite 202,
MIAMI, Florida 33145
Buy Tickets Link
Cost: $35

Fashion brands and startups, ready to take their business idea to potential investors but lack the perfect pitch to peak any interest, are invited to register for the Fashion Inspires More workshop, Perfecting Your Pitch, hosted by Dawn Dickson, Founder & CEO, Flat Out of Heels. Registered attendees will receive an in-depth overview of the essential elements that provide the framework for a successful pitch and deck.

Led by Dickson, well known for being a master at pitching with many pitch competition wins under her belt, the workshop will cover effective delivery and overall pitch mistakes to avoid to help prep for the next stage of startup expansion. Participants are encouraged to bring their presentation for practice opportunities and instant feedback. Early registration starts at $35 and $45 at the door. To register and/or for more information, visit www.FashionInspires.org or call (786) 440-6091.

Designing the Resilient City 2/12/15

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Designing the Resilient City
Thursday, 02/12/2015 – 06:00 pm – 08:00 pm
CGMResilientCityPanelSmallCoral Gables Museum
285 Aragon Avenue,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Webpage Link
Cost: $7.00

On Thursday, February 12th, Marilys Nepomechie, FAIA (Professor of Architecture) and Marta Canavés, ASLA, IIDA (Associate in Design, FIU LAEUD) will moderate a panel discussion at the Coral Gables Museum titled Designing the Resilient City. This discussion is one of several events coinciding with the exhibition MIAMI 2100: Envisioning a Resilient Second Century. The panel will include Kai-Uwe Bergmann (BIG | Copenhagen), Daniel Pittman (OMA | Rotterdam), and Daniel Vasini (West 8 | Rotterdam).
MIAMI 2100 takes a comprehensive look at the topic of climate change and sea level rise, with a focus on our region and on the broad range of disciplinary research currently underway on our natural and built environments. FIU Architecture Instructor Eric Peterson, working with a team of architecture and landscape architecture students, configured the exhibition galleries, and constructed a large-scale interactive model of Miami which utilizes LiDAR data to depict the predicted effects of sea level rise on the city over the coming century.
Designing the Resilient City will take place on Thursday, February 12th, 2015 from 6PM to 8PM at the Coral Gables Museum: 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL 33134. Miami 2100: Envisioning a Resilient Second Century will remain on view until March 1st, 2015. For museum admission fees, visit the Coral Gables Museum online.

SGA BBC Lecture Series Presents: Soledad O’Brien Black In America 2/25/15

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Wednesday, 02/25/2015, 06:00 pm – 08:00 pm
Florida International University – Biscayne Bay Campus – Wolfe University Center Ballrooms
SoledadOBrien13000 NE 151st Street
North Miami, Florida 33181
Eventbrite Link
Entry Fee: Free

The Student Government Association at FIU Biscayne Bay Campus is proud to present award-winning journalist, Soledad O’Brien, as part of her Black in America 2015 Tour.

Black in America 2015 tour gathers academics and experts, students, and community members of all races and politics to discuss their personal stories of how policing impacts their lives. The award-winning journalist and philanthropist presents a detailed examination of the facts behind community policing, racial profiling, controversial crime reduction tactics, and arrest quotas. And, we see the shocking videos that show how a war between civil rights and crime reduction is unfurling on America’s streets.

Tickets are required for entry. Tickets are free and are available here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sga-bbc-lecture-series-presents-soledad-obrien-black-in-america-tickets-15376613866

Knight Cities Challenge Miami Finalists Showcase 2/24/15

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Knight Cities Challenge Miami Finalists Showcase
Tuesday, Feb. 24, 6 to 8 p.m.
Miami Center for Architecture and Design
100 NE First Ave.
Miami, FL 33132
Register Online

The first Knight Cities Challenge collected over 7,000 applications. More than 600 focused on the Miami community, and we selected 11 of the ideas as finalists in the $5 million challenge. While reviewers and Knight staff evaluate the final applications, we’d like to invite you to meet the Miami community finalists.

We’ll recap what’s happened in the Knight Cities Challenge, and talk about what’s next. The finalists will present their projects and participate in a discussion. You’ll even get a chance to talk with them about their ideas.

VLA Legal Arts Forum: Copyright and Street Art 2/12/15

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VLA Legal Arts Forum: Copyright and Street Art
vlamiaThursday, February 12, 5:30pm-8:00pm
SPACE BY 3
2105 North Miami Avenue
Miami, FL 33127
Tickets: $20.00
Buy Tickets Online
#VLALegalArtsForum

Street art is a hot commodity in Miami, featured in our neighborhoods and in art auctions, fairs and events. It is also featured in advertisements, promotions and in other ways not always endorsed by the artists. Can street art be copyrighted? Artist’s rights have been in the news due to two well known law cases pitting street artists against corporate entities. The slippery nature of copyright law has left many wondering where to draw the line. There are no easy answers. Join us for a moot court style forum to explore this important topic.

Elevate – A day of workshops and activities for being Nicer 2/22/15

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Elevate. A day of workshops & activities for being Nicer.
Sunday, 02/22/2015 – 09:00 am – 05:00 pm
ELEVATEFBadMiami Beach Botanical Garden
831 Ninth Street,
Miami BEach, Florida 33139
Webpage Link
Cost: $30 in advance.

A day of Lifting your mind, body, spirit and social well-being.
Being A Better Person – through what we eat, how we take care of ourselves, how we treat ourselves and how we treat others. Many of us find some, most or all of these topics difficult to follow in our daily lives. Add the pressures of family, peers, ageing, economy and surroundings, and it often becomes overwhelming.
Join Unity Coalition|Coalicion Unida, the first and only organization for the Latino|Hispanic|LGBTQ Community since 2002, for a Day Of Being Nicer.

Attendees may choose from a variety of 1 and 2 hour workshops and activities throughout the day, including:
Guest Speaker: John J. McNeill | Father John McNeill was expelled from the Jesuit order for being openly gay, was a prisoner of war during WWII, co-founder of SAGE and with partner for 49 years. Sharing excerpts of Taking a Chance on God (a documentary about his life).
Welcome breakfast and healthy lunch, courtesy of Whole Foods
– Yoga and Meditation in the Garden with Joseph Armstrong
– Health and Wellness Fair | Agencies, organizations and vendors will have tables in main room to promote their services.
– Nutrition and You, sponsored by Care Resource, with nutritionist Rogoberto Ng
– Choose Your Life Choices – Quantumly with and Gus Briand
– Tools For Being Happier and Less Toxic with life coach Thea Sommer
– Painting in the Garden with David Sexton
– Personal Growth Through Poetry with Caridad Moro
– Socializing and Dating 101 with David Kessler, LCSW
– Trans Understanding and Support with Aryah Lester and Arianna Lint
– Annie Appleseed Project | Healthy ways to reduce Cancer risk, reduce recurrences, toxicities of conventional therapies and to introduce alternative treatments
– Spirituality, Faith and being LGBT with Harold Sloan-Marrero (Miami Beach Community Church), Rabbi Tom Heyn (Temple Israel) Lazarus Miles (olorisha) ordained Lukumi priest, and other faith leaders discuss what different faiths say, and don’t say, about homosexuality.
– Reiki and Kigong with Tony Salvetti
– Urban Habitat | Learning and caring for native plants with Howard Tonkin
– Creating Cocktails from the Garden with Hiro
– Elevate Tea Dance with DJ Miik – 8o’s music – easy listening, socializing)

Be Heard – Creating, Recording and Exploiting Your Music 2/12/15

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Be Heard – Creating, Recording and Exploiting Your Music
Thursday, February 12th, 6pm
beheardBall and Chain
1513 SW 8th street
Little Havana, Miami, FL
Complimentary Admission

The second music event from the Miami-Dade County Film and Entertainment Advisory Board is coming. The event will be a panel on recording music and the state of the industry with the heads and CEO’s of some of the biggest labels and studios, producers, engineers, musicians and more, with a special live music performance by one of Miami’s best. It will cover:

-Home studio vs major studio.
-What are labels looking for from an artist today?
-Should records be radio ready and the state of the industry?

Panelists:
-Steve Gibb- Guitarist/Vocalist for Barry Gibb, formerly of Black Label Society, Crowbar and Kingdom of Sorrow
-Ted Lucas- CEO of Slip and Slide Records
-Matt Knoble- Engineer/Producer, Lenny Kravitz
-Nir Seroussi- President of Sony Latin America

Live performance by Feneiva, one of the New Times top ten of all time from Miami.
Happy Hour and networking from 6-7 Panel at 7 Performance after

If you’re a musician, know a musician or do anything in the entertainment industry really, this will be a great one, so we hope to see you there!

Marketing Muscle 2/24/15

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Marketing Muscle
Tuesday, 02/24/2015 – 09:00 am – 12:00 pm
Arsht Center
1300 Biscayne Blvd.,
Miami, Florida 33131
Webpage Link
Cost: $35

This workshop will explore three essential components of the marketing process: consumer, content and strategic planning. Hear from keynote experts on targeting your audience, effectively telling your story and leveraging compelling content to your advantage. Speakers: Manny Machado, MGS Communication and Rayna Davis, New World Symphony. Facilitator: Brenda Glynn, Florida Grand Opera.

Knight Arts Challenge Community Q&As 2/2/15 – 2/6/15

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Knight Arts Challenge Community Q&As
kac-south-florida-eblastMonday, February 2, 7 p.m.
ArtSouth, South Miami Community Center
5800 SW 66 St.
South Miami, FL

Tuesday, , February 3, 7 p.m.
The Projects at FATVillage
523 NW First Ave.
Fort Lauderdale, FL

Wednesday, , February 4, 7 p.m.
Cannonball
1035 N. Miami Ave., No. 300
Downtown Miami, FL

Thursday, February 5, 7 p.m.
African Heritage Cultural Arts Center
6161 NW 22nd Ave.
Miami, FL

Friday, , February 6, 11 a.m.
Custom House Museum
281 Front St.
Key West, FL
park at the Westin

The Community Q&As will be cohosted by ArtSouth, city of South Miami, African Heritage Cultural Arts Center, Miami-Dade County, Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs, Key West Art and Historical Society, the Westin Key West Resort & Marina, Florida Keys Council of the Arts, Cannonball, FatVillage and Broward Cultural Division.

Beginning Jan. 26, South Floridians can apply for the Knight Arts Challenge, which funds the best ideas for bringing the community together through the arts. The deadline for the challenge, a project of the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, is Feb. 23. More here.

I Heart Fashion I Heart Kids 2/7/15

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I Heart Fashion I Heart Kids
Saturday, 02/07/2015 – 09:00 am – 04:00 pm
IMG_20150109_135221Miami Airport Convention Center
777 NW 72nd Ave,
Miami, Florida 33126
Webpage Link
Cost:

I Heart Fashion I Heart Kids is a non-profit organization that hosts a fashion show to teach children self-confidence along with teaching them entrepreneurship and anti-bullying through workshops and activities. I Heart Fashion I Heart Kids is an event for children of all ages.

Photographs of Artist Talk with Jason Aponte at Cafeina Wynwood Lounge on 1/15/15

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Artist Talk with Jason Aponte at Cafeina Wynwood Lounge on Thursday, January 15, 2105.   Bakehouse resident artist, Jason Aponte gave an artist talk and was moderated by curator Ananda DeMello. He was speaking about his current exhibition on view, “Through the Looking Glass”, his painterly style and the erotic and cinematic iconography appearing throughout his works.

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Penelope Umbrico Lecture 1/28/15

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Penelope Umbrico Lecture
Wednesday, 01/28/2015 – 07:30 pm –
umbrico_Installation_SunsFromFlickr_-CROP-AKGirls Club
117 Northeast 2nd Street,
Ft Lauderdale, Florida 33301
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

Penelope Umbrico is a photo-based artist whose work explores the ever-increasing production and consumption of photographs on the web. Umbrico has exhibited nationally and internationally and her work is in the permanent collections of the Guggenheim Museum; Los Angeles County Museum of Art; Metropolitan Museum of Art, NY; Museum of Modern Art, NY; Museum of Contemporary Photography, Chicago; the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, among others. She is the recipient of numerous awards including a recent Guggenheim Fellowship, and a Smithsonian Artist Research Fellowship. Aperture published her monograph, “Penelope Umbrico (photographs)”, 2011 and Range, 2014. Out of Order, 2014, was published by RVB Paris. She is represented by Mark Moore Gallery in the US and XPO Gallery in Paris.

Photographs of Behind the Walls at Filling Station Lofts on 1/15/15

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Behind the Walls at Filling Station Lofts on January 15, 2105. Arts + Entertainment District, Mixed Media Collective, Artist Daniel “Krave” Fila hosted an wonderful evening of conversations with Miami’s art community in conjunction with the unveiling of the Filling Station Project. There was an amaxing panel of local artists, gallery owners, editors, photographers + leading art-community activists that engaged in discussions about the Miami art scene.

The panelists included:  Daniel “Krave” Fila, Jose Mertz, Raymond “gems” Adrian, Ruben Ubiera, 2Alas, Luis Valle, Robert William De Los Rios of Wynwoodmap.com, Caitlin Granfield, Danna Bitton of Danna B. Interiors and moderated by Jose Duran of the Miami New Times.

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Caribe Film Fest Black History Month Event 2/27/15-2/28/15

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Caribe Film Fest Black History Month Event
Friday, February 27, 2015 at 12:00PM – Saturday, February 28, 2015 at 9:00PM
cffpromoflier5lowresLittle Haiti Cultural Center
212 59 Terrace
Miami, FL 33137
Buy Tickets Online

Welcome To The Inaugural Caribe Film Fest
A celebration of film from the Caribbean and the Americas.

Feature Films
Workshops
72 Hour Film Challenge Film Screenings
Award Show
Prizes

For More Information Visit www.CaribeFilmFest.com

His Hair Clinic Free Consultation: Scalp Micro-Pigmentation (SMP) Hair Loss Treatment 1/21/15

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His Hair Clinic Free Consultation: Scalp Micro-Pigmentation (SMP) Hair Loss Treatment
Wednesday, 01/21/2015 – 09:00 am – 05:00 pm
Screen-Shot-2015-01-19-at-3.08.59-PMHIS Hair Clinic
100 North Biscayne Boulevard, Suite 812,
Miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link
Cost: free

During your FREE drop-in consultation, find out more about scalp micro-pigmentation and see if it’s right for you! Come in to speak with a practitioner about the treatment, get price quotes and set up a treatment plan.

About Scalp Micro-Pigmentation (SMP):
SMP was developed as both a cosmetic procedure for men suffering with all types of hair loss, and as a medical procedure to help conceal scars, burns and birthmarks, as well as the full spectrum of alopecia strains. During a SMP procedure, a blend of specialized pigments is deposited into the dermal layer of the skin on the scalp. Using a highly sophisticated combination of angles, penetration depths, deposit sizes and pigment shades, these deposits create an extremely realistic illusion of real shaven hair on the scalp.

About HIS Hair:
HIS Hair Clinic is an internationally recognized, specialist hair loss treatment clinic, with prominent locations in major urban centers around the world. Each clinic complies with (and exceeds) all core professional standards of effective treatments, cleanliness and health and safety. We are always opening new clinics further afield, to enable even greater access to our unique SMP® treatment for hair loss.

Landmark Doral Model Grand Opening 1/24/15 – 1/25/15

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Landmark Doral Model Grand Opening
Saturday, 01/24/2015 – 01/25/2015 10:00 am – 06:00 pm
Landmark-Extrior-ReflectionLandmark Doral
NW 66th Street & 107th Avenue,
Doral, Florida 33178
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

Lennar cordially invites you to join in celebrating the most anticipated Model Grand Opening in Doral as we unveil Landmark’s Two-Story Luxury Townhome Models, now professionally decorated and open to tour. Landmark, nestled within the vibrant city of Doral, presents a CosmoChic collection of spacious new luxury condos and 2 & 3-story townhomes with available skyview terraces. Landmark features contemporary architectural home designs with spacious floorplans, clean-lined interiors and modern included features.
Welcome Home Center & Decorated Models Open Daily 10am -6pm NW 66th Street & 107th Avenue, Doral, Florida 33178 Saturday & Sunday, January 24th & 25th Call 305-357-6662 for more information

College Planning Seminar presented by Power Financial Credit Union 2/25/15

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College Planning Seminar presented by Power Financial Credit Union
Wednesday, 02/25/2015 – 06:30 pm – 08:00 pm
unnamedTotal Wine
11960 Mills Drive,
Miami, Florida 33183
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

Power Financial Credit Union and Peter Ratzan, a nationally recognized higher education expert, will present a free seminar to help parents and prospective college students understand how students can attend a great college at a price they can afford. Topics to be covered include:
Why funding should be part of your child’s admissions process
How financial aid is calculated
The biggest myths about college funding

College Planning Seminar presented by Power Financial Credit Union 2/10/15

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College Planning Seminar presented by Power Financial Credit Union
Tuesday, 02/10/2015 – 06:30 pm – 08:30 pm
unnamed1Power Financial Credit Union
2020 NW 150th Ave.,
Pembroke Pines, Florida 33028
Webpage Link
Cost: FREE

Power Financial Credit Union and Peter Ratzan, a nationally recognized higher education expert, will present a free seminar to help parents and prospective college students understand how students can attend a great college at a price they can afford. Topics to be covered include:
Why funding should be part of your child’s admissions process
How financial aid is calculated
The biggest myths about college funding

Meet Dr. Murad at GBS The Beauty Store 1/16/15

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Meet Dr. Murad at GBS The Beauty Store
Friday, 01/16/2015 – 02:00 pm – 04:00 pm
gbs-logoGBS The Beauty Store – Boca Raton
21306 St. Andrews Blvd.,
Boca Raton, Florida 33433
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

Frown lines and forehead furrows are about to be a thing of the past. Just in time to fuel those New Year’s resolutions and make 2015 the most fabulous year yet, GBS The Beauty Store’s Boca Raton location, located at 21306 St. Andrews Blvd is hosting Dr. Howard Murad, M.D., board-certified dermatologist, trained pharmacist, best-selling author and CEO and founder of Murad, Inc, to reveal a new way to understand health and aging as detailed in his latest book “Conquering Cultural Stress: The Ultimate Anti-Aging Secret – 3 Steps to Looking, Living and Feeling Better.”

Dr. Murad, a visionary in the health and beauty industry, and his team of experts will address how the stress of over-connected modern living affects the cellular water levels in the skin – the key markers of all aging processes and disease.

“Cultural Stress is having a greater impact on the state of our health than most people think,” said Dr. Murad. “The extreme dependence on digital devices, long commutes in heavy traffic, worries about job loss, keeping up to speed with everything you have to do and global conflicts all combine to lead to a relentless pressure to produce and succeed. By understanding and taking healthy measures to eradicate Cultural Stress, each person can dramatically increase his or her odds of unlocking their personal potential to look younger, feel younger and live healthier, happier and more rewarding lives.”

Skin-savvy shoppers can meet the world-renowned Dr. Murad and purchase an autographed copy of his latest book. In addition, the Murad team will host one-on-one consultations, assisting guests in formulating a personalized youth-building strategy and provide complimentary custom skin analysis’ using the Murad UV Skin Photography System.

Guests will also enjoy a complimentary glow-inducing Vitamin C Peel, meet and mingle with Dr. Murad and browse GBS’ selection of more than 900 brands of cosmetics, skincare, bath essentials, high-tech beauty devices, men’s grooming, nail care and haircare products.

This event is free and space is limited. Call 561.394.6123 to reserve a spot.

Behind The Walls 1/15/15

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Behind The Walls
behindthewallsThursday Jan. 15th, 7pm
The Filling Station Lofts
1657 North Miami Ave, Unit 1015
Miami, FL 33137
RSVP Required: rsvp@aedistrictmiami.com

Arts + Entertainment District, Mixed Media Collective, Artist Daniel “Krave” Fila host

Join us for an evening of conversations + libations with Miami’s art community in conjunction with the unveiling of the Filling Station Project. An esteemed panel of local artists, gallery owners, editors, photographers + leading art-community activists will engage in compelling discussions about the Miami art scene.

Panelists Include
Daniel “Krave” Fila
Raymond “Gems” Adrian
Jose Mertz
Ruben Ubiera
2Alas
Brisky Gallery curator, Luis Valle
Caitlin Granfield of the Miami Herald
Danna Bitton of Danna B. Interiors
Robert William De Los Rios of Wynwoodmap.com
Moderated by: Jose Duran of the Miami New Times

Enjoy complimentary crafted cocktails courtesy of Don Q Rum and Expressed Juice, bites courtesy of 221 Café and brews by PBR, as well as curated sounds by Prism Music Group.
Doors open at 7pm with panel discussion and screening kicking off at 8pm. Join DJ Keen One for fresh beats at the rooftop pool starting at 9pm to close out the night.

Pioneers at MDC: Jim McKelvey 1/14/15

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Pioneers at MDC: Jim McKelvey
Wednesday, January 14, 2015 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
mckelveyThe Idea Center
315 NE 2nd Ave
Building 8, 5th Floor
Miami, FL 33132

PIONEERS @ MDC is a monthly series at The Idea Center that will bring game-changers from all industries to share the trials and triumphs of building their ideas. Our next pioneer is Jim McKelvey: Co-Founder & Founder, Company: Square & LaunchCode

Engage in conversation with Jim McKelvey, the co-founder of Square, a $6 billion company that revolutionized the mobile payment industry.

Jim is also the founder of, LaunchCode, a non-profit organization that creates pathways to economic opportunity and upward mobility through apprenticeships and job placement in technology. Have you ever been turned down based on a lack of experience or degree? Thanks to LaunchCode, you can land your dream job without worrying about experience.

Linear vs. Non-Linear Storytelling: When World Becomes Fiction with Patric Jean 2/7/15

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Linear vs. Non-Linear Storytelling: When World Becomes Fiction with Patric Jean
Saturday, 02/07/2015 – 01:00 pm – 03:00 pm
24x36posterOutlined-019Miami Beach Cinematheque
1130 Washington Avenue,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
Webpage Link
Cost:

It Is now possible to tell stories using non-linear storytelling.

The wall between a fiction and the real world doesn’t exist anymore. The world becomes a total platform. Are we characters? Are we discovering an old situation with new eyes? What are the consequences of this new situation? Who are the puppet masters of our lives ? Should we feel responsible as authors and as citizens? Is it just an evolution?

Or just a new world?

ABOUT THE HOST

Patric Jean was born in Belgium in 1968. He studied theatre, litterature and cinema at Brussels University (ULB), Royal Brussels Conservatoire and at INSAS (cinema school). He directed severals documentary films for theater and television. He also worked on non-linear experiences like “Lazarus Mirages”.

He’s a pro-feminist and anti-prostitution activist. He published a first book about prostitution abolition in 2014. His next book (2015) is about men’s engagement for equality. He’s preparing a feature film about prisons (2015).

Interactive Tech Playground 2/6/15

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Interactive Tech Playground
Friday, 02/06/2015 – 12:00 pm – 05:00 pm
24x36posterOutlined-015Loews Hotel South Beach
1601 Collins Ave,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
Webpage Link
Cost:

The TECH PLAYGROUND is over 7000 square feet of exhibitor space, including an EXHIBITOR CENTER STAGE for seminars & product presentations and an interactive set with live actors. The TECH PLAYGROUND is the perfect opportunity to inform and educate your audience. The curated exhibitor floor is limited to only 20 companies.

We currently have our staff seeking out new technology companies that add to our mantra as a creative festival and inviting them to FilmGate Interactive. In the upcoming weeks we will featuring them throughout our website & social media platforms. Stay tuned in.

A Conversation with Savion Glover & Marshall Davis Jr. 1/10/15

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A Conversation with Savion Glover & Marshall Davis Jr.
Saturday, 01/10/2015 – 02:00 pm – 03:00 pm
savion-glover-and-marshall-davis-jrAfrican Heritage Cultural Art Center
6161 NW 22nd Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33142
Eventbrite Link
Cost: free

Savion Glover and homegrown talent, Marshall Davis Jr. will host A Conversation with Savion & Marshall, a dialogue about their transformative journey in the arts. This free community event will take place on Saturday, January 10, 2015 at 2:00 PM at the African Heritage Cultural Arts Center, 6161 NW 22nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33142. Glover and Davis will discuss their journey to the Broadway stage and the Hollywood screen. This event is free and open to the public; however a ticket is required to attend.

A Conversation with Savion & Marshall is part of “Sankofa: Looking Back, Going Forward,” a year-long series of events and performances that bring alumni back to the African Heritage Cultural Arts Center to inspire the next generation of talent, in celebration of the Center’s fortieth anniversary with funding support from The John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, as part of its Knight Arts Challenge.

Tuesdays with Series Presentation by Myra Wexler 1/13/15

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Tuesdays with…Series Presentation by Myra Wexler
Tuesday, January 13th, 7pm
Jewish Museum of Florida-FIU
301 Washington Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33139
Free for JMOF-FIU Members; $5 Non-Members
RSVP: info@jewishmuseum.com or 786.972.3175
Buy Tickets Online

In conjunction with the exhibition, The Chosen, JMOF-FIU presents this series to spotlight contemporary movers and shakers in the Miami art community, featuring diverse art collectors, gallerists and writers.

This particular evening features Myra Wexler, aka “YO MOMMA”. In recent years, Myra has become a pillar of the Miami art scene and the Wynwood Arts District. From her Musing with Myra Series of art chats to the original portraits created by local artists, everyone knows Myra!

The Lincoln Assassination and the End of the Civil War 1/25/15

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The Lincoln Assassination and the End of the Civil War
Sunday, 01/25/2015 – 01/25/2015 01:00 pm – 04:30 pm
Lincoln-2015-imageMain Library Auditorium
101 West Flagler Street,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

Join HistoryMiami and the Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial Foundation for an all-star 150th anniversary symposium on Abraham Lincoln’s death and the return of peace to the divided American Union. Enjoy historical insights from nationally recognized scholars on the meaning—and limits—of sectional reconciliation in 1865, plus a special guest appearance by actor Stephen Lang.**
The symposium will feature a keynote address by historian William C. Davis (author of the new book Crucible of Command) on Grant and Lee and the end of the Civil War.

**Special guest performance by award-winning actor Stephen Lang (Gods and Generals, Avatar) portraying Gettysburg Medal of Honor winner James Jackson Purman.
Reception will follow at HistoryMiami.

The Lincoln Symposium is sponsored by the Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial Foundation and the History Channel, with the support of William and Jean Soman.

Brainfood Speaker Series presents Martin Varsavsky 1/15/15

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Brainfood Speaker Series presents Martin Varsavsky
Thursday, January 15, 2015m 6:30PM, 8:30PM
Martin Varsavsky - 14The LAB Miami
400 NW 26th Street
Miami, FL 33127
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Join us as Mr. Varsavsky leads a discussion about entrepreneurship worldwide.
NOTE: The date has been changed from January 14th to January 15th, 2015

6:30-7:00pm – Registration & Networking
7:00-7:30pm – Keynote Interview moderated by Marco Giberti
7:30-8:00pm – Audience Q&A
8:00-8:30pm – Wrap-up & Networking

More about the Speakers
Martin Varsavsky (Guest Speaker)
Founder & CEO of Fon, Martin Varsavsky is an Argentine/Spanish entrepreneur who lives between Madrid, NYC and Miami, and has founded seven companies over the course of his career. In 1984, while still in college, Varsavsky started his first business, Urban Capital Corporation, one of the early leaders of the loft movement in downtown Manhattan. His current venture, Fon, is the largest WiFi network in the world. Its investors include Atomico, British Telecom, Coral Group, Skype, Google, and Index Ventures. Since 2012 he has taught entrepreneurship at Columbia University and New York University.

Marco Giberti (Moderator)
Mr. Giberti is a successful entrepreneur and angel investor with more than 20 years of intensive experience in marketing and communications with focus on the media, internet and events industry. Over the course of his business career, Mr. Giberti has been awarded a number of distinctions in his field, including, among others, Entrepreneur of the year Award and was named one of the top 100 most influential people on the global convention and exhibition business by the Trade Show Week magazine.

Brainfood @ The LAB is a monthly, hands-on discussion with successful entrepreneurs, investors, and CEOs from around the world. These monthly gatherings will help local startups and entrepreneurs understand the opportunities and challenges of launching and growing a business. Every participant will leave with a wealth of new ideas and key, practical advice to advancing one’s own entrepreneurial career.

January Meet-up: The Future of Journalism 1/20/15

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January Meet-up: The Future of Journalism
journalismTuesday, January 20, 2015, 7:00pm
The Stage Miami
170 NE 38th St
Miami Design District
Miami, Florida 33137
This event is free thanks to our sponsor, Verizon Wireless.
RSVP on Facebook
The first 50 guests to arrive will receive a free drink ticket.

The rise of instant information and digital first has left journalism in a state of change. Has self-preservation led to innovation? At our January meet-up, Social Media Club South Florida teams up with PRSA Miami to present an expert panel to discuss the future of journalism. How technology and instantaneous information are reshaping news – not only how it’s discovered and consumed, but also how it’s reported and distributed.

Our esteemed panel will address key issues such as:
• Mobile and media
• Speed vs accuracy
• The new journalist? Part investigator / writer, part sales person
• How integral is SEO
• Independent bloggers and freelancers vs traditional reporters
• The role of citizen journalism
• The profitability forecast

The purpose of SMCSF is to promote media literacy, promote standard technologies, encourage ethical behavior and share best practices. We bring together journalists, publishers, communications professionals, artists, amateur media creators, citizen journalists, teachers, students, tool makers, and other interested collaborators for open sharing of knowledge and opinions. Learn more and join the ongoing conversation on SMCSF’s Facebook Group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/smcsf/ or by following #SMCSF.

PSRSA Miami is an organization of public relations professionals representing many sectors and industries. It offers a variety of professional development programs and great networking opportunities. More info at http://www.prsamiami.org/

Miami Dade College Free Affordable Care Act Information Workshops

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Miami Dade College Free Affordable Care Act Information Workshops
Saturday, Jan. 10, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Affordable Care Act Information WorkshopNorth Campus
11380 NW 27 Ave.
Computer Courtyard, Building 2 (first floor)

Thursday, Jan. 15, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Wolfson Campus
300 NE Second Ave.
Computer Courtyard, Building 2 (second floor)

Saturday, Jan. 24, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Kendall Campus
11011 SW 104 St.
Computer Courtyard, Building 2 (first floor)

Saturday, Jan. 31, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
North Campus
11380 NW 27 Ave.
Computer Courtyard, Building 2 (first floor)

Thursday, Feb. 5, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Wolfson Campus
300 NE Second Ave.
Computer Courtyard, Building 2 (second floor)

Saturday, Feb. 7, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Kendall Campus
11011 SW 104 St.
Computer Courtyard, Building 2 (first floor)

Saturday, Feb. 14, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
North Campus
11380 NW 27 Ave.
Computer Courtyard, Building 2 (first floor)

Space is limited so reserve today.
Click here to RSVP for free.

Miami Dade College (MDC) will host another round of Enroll America informational workshops on the Affordable Care Act (ACA), answering questions and providing assistance regarding Florida’s insurance marketplace. Free and open to the public, the workshops will be held throughout the months of January and February at various MDC campuses. The enrollment deadline is Feb. 15.

Trained volunteers will be on hand to help guide MDC students and the public at large on the application and enrollment process. This effort is focused on connecting the community with the right resources and information allowing for the selection of a health insurance plan that best fits individual needs and budgets.

Emerge Broward Hosts Their Ninth Annual Leadership Summit 1/23/15, 1/24/15

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Emerge Broward Hosts Their Ninth Annual Leadership Summit
Friday, 01/23/2015 – 01/24/2015 06:00 pm – 08:00 pm
summitKick Off Party on Friday at JM LEXUS 5350 W Sample Rd, Margate, FL 33073 & Guest Speaker Sessions on Saturday at Broward College 3501 Davie Rd, Davie, FL 33314
Kick Off Party on Friday at JM LEXUS 5350 W Sample Rd, Margate, FL 33073 & Guest Speaker Sessions on Saturday at Broward College 3501 Davie Rd, Davie, FL 33314,
5350 W Sample Rd, Florida 33073
Webpage Link
Cost: $20-$55

Join Emerge Broward for their Ninth Annual Leadership Summit, sponsored by Greenberg Traurig, on January 23rd and January 24th, 2015. Leadership Summit kicks off Friday at JM Lexus, where like-minded young professionals can mix and mingle as they enjoy tasty bites and an open bar. The event continues Saturday at Broward College with guest speaker sessions featuring Kathleen Cannon, CEO of the United Way of Broward County, Heiko Dobrikow, General Manager of the Riverside Hotel, David Armstrong, President of Broward College, Shevrin Jones, State Representative at the Florida House of Representatives, and many others. The event is $45 for members and $55 for guests. Free for Emerge Broward members only attending Friday night, $20 for guests only attending Friday night.

2015 Florida Venture Capital Conference 1/29/15

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2015 Florida Venture Capital Conference
Thursday, 01/29/2015 – 01/30/2015 08:00 am – 02:00 pm
STD_TOP_New_DiplomatThe Diplomat Resort & Spa
3555 S Ocean Drive,,
Hollywood, Florida 33019
Webpage Link
Cost: Before Friday, January 9, 2014: $599 per person; After Friday, January 9, 2014: $649 per person

The Florida Venture Forum, a statewide support organization for venture capitalists and entrepreneurs, is inviting company executives with mid-to-later-stage, Florida-based companies to apply to present their company pitches before investors and venture capitalists at the 2015 Florida Venture Capital Conference. The deadline for entries is Tuesday, Dec. 30. In addition, the conference will feature workshops, panel discussions, networking opportunities, and access to industry thought-leaders with many of Florida’s top companies. More details are available in the conference schedule.

Art Basel Conversations New Funding Model for the Visual Art 12/5/14

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Friday December 5, 10 am

Speakers: Stephanie Pereira, Dennis Scholl, Jérôme Poggi
Moderator: András Szánto

Art Basel launched the Crowdfunding Initiative on September 12, 2014 in partnership with Kickstarter to support non-profit visual arts organizations. Since the launch, almost USD $170,000 has been raised by 935 backers through the initiative. The average donation on Art Basel’s curated page on Kickstarter is USD $182 per backer – more than 3x the average donation per backer on Kickstarter.

Several key people from the Art Basel Crowdfunding Initiative will be on hand in Miami, including jury members, participating non-profit organizations, artists and the Kickstarter team.

Jurnid Sessions Art Basel Edition Media Arts and Verticals 12/4/14

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Jurnid Sessions – Art Basel Edition: Media Arts & Verticals
Thursday, December 4, 2014 from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
jurnidThe LAB Miami
400 NW 26th St.
Miami, FL 33127
$ 10
Register Online

Are you creating for a niche audience? Join our esteemed panelists of media creatives for a fun evening of Q&A at Jurnid Sessions – Art Basel Edition! This session we focus on how niche communities are created and eventually become media brands. Gain valuable insights from our panel of entrepreneurs. Build a better content strategy, join the conversation.

Shades of Philanthropy 2014 Diversity Workshop, Annual Meeting and Holiday Party 12/9/14

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Shades of Philanthropy 2014 Diversity Workshop, Annual Meeting and Holiday Party, Tuesday December 9, 2014. 3:30pm-8:30pm
afplogoUnited Way of Miami-Dade
Ansin Building, Ryder room
3250 Southwest Third Avenue
Miami, FL 33129
AFP Member: $20 early bird|$25** after Dec 2
Future Members $30 early bird | $35** after Dec 2

Schedule
3:30 PM to 5:30 PM – Shades of Philanthropy
3:30 on the dot, give or take, networking, schmoozing, noshing, etc.
3:40 sharp (more or less), program begins
5:13 (or thereabouts), interactive Q&A
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM – Annual Meeting
6:30 PM to 8:30 PM – Holiday Party
6:36 or so, more networking, schmoozing, noshing, etc

Successful Fundraising Strategies in Diverse Markets:
A Case Study Perspective
Our Shades of Philanthropy case studies will provide an inside view of two local non-profit fundraising success stories. Through their creative innovations and techniques, you will take away tried and true strategies that will boost your organization’s revenues.

Presenters:
Tina Brown, Executive Director, Overtown Youth Center
Yance Torres, Development Manager, Overtown Youth Center
Gepsie M. Metellus, Co-Founder and Executive Director, Haitian Neighborhood Center Sant La

But wait, there’s more!
Immediately following our Shades of Philanthropy presentation, join us for our long anticipated, eagerly awaited Annual Meeting and Holiday Party at the sumptuous (but unpretentious) confines of The United Way! We’ll be a little short of Powerpoint presentations, but long on meeting, greeting and networking with fabulous fellow fundraisers – and, did we mention, the cost is Eff Are Eee Eee!
and, as if that’s not enough…

Several fabulous door prizes will be featured for lucky AFP Miami members who attend the Holiday Party, including a $250 Cruise Gift Certificate. (Good on any of the following cruise lines: Azamara, Celebrity, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian or Carnival Cruise Line. Certificate expires December 31, 2015.)

For the convenience of Members’ busy holiday calendars, we have scheduled these 3 events together! Attend 1,2, or all 3!

Photographs of SMCSF – 2nd Bi-Annual Speed Marketing Roundtables at R House on 11/19/14

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SMCSF – 2nd Bi-Annual Speed Marketing Roundtables at R House on Thursday, November 19, 2014.

This  event combines the executive roundtable with speed networking for a dynamic and fast-paced conversation. Each roundtable discussion was lead by the following:

Visual Communication: David Verjano
Social Media Content: Christine de la Huerta
LinkedIn: Andrea Catsicas
Data-Driven Social Media Strategies: Nate C. Mendenhall
Advocacy & Social Media: Gabriela Guzman
Kick Start Your Freelancing: James Echols and Karl Nybergh
Boost Your Events: Aubrey Swanson
Social Media Crisis Management: Jonathan Brownfield
Hispanic Marketing: Adriana Serna
Mission-Based / Cause Marketing: Alexandra Figueredo

Each roundtable rotated every 20 minutes, giving you the opportunity to participate in 4 topics of your choice throughout the meetup.

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Drive Safe Krome – Tom Thumb Pop Up Event 11/21/14

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Drive Safe Krome – Tom Thumb Pop Up Event
Friday, 11/21/2014 – 11/21/2014 02:00 pm – 05:00 pm
DSKfl-flyerTom Thumb Food Store
18400 Krome Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33187
More Info Link
Cost: Free

On November 21, 2014 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) will host a Pop-up Event at Tom Thumb Food Store located at 18400 Krome Avenue, Miami, FL 33187 for the Drive Safe Krome Campaign. The campaign serves to combat unsafe driving on Krome Avenue and inform the community on steps to sharing the road. FDOT staff will provide giveaways, simulations, interactive activities and tips on driving with caution over the holidays.

Finding Happy: An Inspired Talk on the Science of Happiness, Ditching Depression and Living a More Joyful Life 11/25/14

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Finding Happy: An Inspired Talk on the Science of Happiness, Ditching Depression and Living a More Joyful Life
Tuesday, 11/25/2014 – 07:00 pm – 09:00 pm
final-bookstore-flyerThe Bookstore in the Grove
3390 Mary St.,
Miami, Florida 33133
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

Happiness is a buzzword that’s everywhere these days. But what does it really mean? Is it just about smiley faces and “positive thinking”? Can you really, truly get happier and stay happier? Hannah Sentenac will answer your burning questions in her heart-to-heart talk about the science of happiness, beating depression and living a joyful life at the Bookstore in the Grove, Nov 25th.

Despite our society’s increasing material wealth, more people than ever are bogged down by depression, anxiety and a feeling of alienation. For millions of folks, happiness can feel like an unrealistic, impossible dream. But Hannah’s message is that there’s always hope for a happier life, and we all have the power to change.

As a Happiness Advocate, Hannah speaks about happiness, embarks on happiness-focused projects and writes about happiness for publications including the Huffington Post, MindBodyGreen, Live Happy magazine and her blog, HannahGetsHappy.com.

Expect a wildly entertaining talk with plenty of audience participation; interactive, science-based exercises to get you started on your happiness journey; a happiness reading list and loads of amusing anecdotes. Hannah will also introduce her exciting new interactive art installation, The Happy Wall, going up in Cocowalk on November 29th!

Admission is free! Attendees can snag a glass of wine and an empanada from the bookstore’s yummy cafe, pick a seat and jump headfirst into a happiness movement. The event kicks off at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, November 25.

Diversifying Your Funding 11/18/14

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Diversifying Your Funding
Tuesday, November 18, 8:00am – 10:00am
Catalyst Miami
1900 Biscayne Blvd, Suite 200
Miami, Florida 33132
Register Online

Learn the essentials, and necessity, of diversifying your funding. Panelists include The Miami Foundation, Citi Bank (Community Development), and Strategic Philanthropy, Inc.

David Halpern is a local consultant who has been involved with the finances of nonprofits for more than thirty years. He will provide an overview of the importance of not relying on only one source, or type, of funding. He believes that many Miami-Dade organizations have been overly dependent on government funding.

After briefly discussing alternatives such as philanthropy and earned income, this session will focus on grants that are available from foundations and corporations. Changes in the philanthropic landscape and what funders are now looking for will be discussed by a panel.

Participants will have the opportunity to question the panelists and get practical advice on how to improve their chances of winning grants.

PANELISTS
– Barbara Romani, Regional Director South, Citi Bank/Community Development
– Stuart Kennedy, Senior Programs Officer, The Miami Foundation
– Kelly Alvarez Vitale, President, Strategic Philanthropy, Inc.
Moderator: David Halpern, President, Halpern Consulting

*FREE for SFCDC members, but you must register

CreativeMornings Miami Chance 11/14/14

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CreativeMornings/Miami: CHANCE!
chanceNovember 14, 8:30am – 10:00am
Miami Center for Architecture and Design (MCAD)
100 NE 1st Ave
Miami, Florida 33132

Take a CHANCE ! Taking a chance is at the heart of every CreativeMornings chapter. It’s a chance the organizers take to start their own chapter, the chance a speaker takes to share their story and, of course, the chance the attendees take to get up early in the morning and listen.

This November, we’re celebrating those uncertainties and risks with the theme of Chance and our speaker Robin Hill, photographer for architecture and design.

2014 begins my 28th year as a professional photographer. Back in 2006 I had the good fortune of spending a few hours with my hero, Julius Shulman at the opening of the Glass House in New Canaan, Connecticut. He was 96 years old and still working and was in his 7th decade as a photographer which always helps to give me some perspective. (which as an Architectural Photographer is a very handy thing!) I’m deeply passionate about my chosen field and strongly believe in the power of design to affect our lives in a profound way. I see myself as being an integral part of the design community and my tool is photography. I’ve been very fortunate to have worked with some of the top names in the field, and much of the force of their creative work is displayed throughout the website.

Second Bi-Annual Social Media Club South Florida Speed Marketing Roundtables 11/19/14

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Second Bi-Annual Social Media Club South Florida Speed Marketing Roundtables
Wednesday, November 19, 7:00pm-9:30pm
smcsfR House Wynwood
2727 NW 2nd Ave
Miami, Florida 33127
This meetup is open to everyone and free to attend thanks to our sponsors. See you there!

Join us for a unique learning experience at the exceptional R HOUSE in the heart of Wynwood. Arrive early, check-in on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram and enjoy Happy Hour specials.

This “roll-up your sleeves” experience combines the executive roundtable with speed networking for a dynamic and fast-paced conversation. One of our recognized peers will lead each roundtable discussion about their topic of expertise.

There will be eleven roundtables, including:
Visual Communicaton: David Verjano
Social Media Content: Christine de la Huerta
LinkedIn: Andrea Catsicas
Data-Driven Social Media Strategies: Nate C. Mendenhall
Advocacy & Social Media: Gabriela Guzman
Kick Start Your Freelancing: James Echols and Karl Nybergh
Blogging: Maria De Los Angeles and Alex de Carvalho
Boost Your Events: Aubrey Swanson
Social Media Crisis Management: Jonathan Brownfield
Hispanic Marketing: Adriana Serna
Mission-Based / Cause Marketing: Alexandra Figueredo

We will rotate roundtables every 20 minutes, giving you the opportunity to participate in 4 topics of your choice throughout the meetup. Come prepared with your questions and share your own experiences for others to learn from.

The International Network Of Social Journalist & Nina Torres Fine Art Present Art & Environment: A Conversation 11/6/14

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The International Network Of Social Journalist & Nina Torres Fine Art Present Art & Environment: A Conversation
Invitation FinalThursday, November 6 at 6:30 pm
Nina Torres Fine Art space
1800 North Bayshore Drive – CP1
Miami, FL

The International Network of Social Journalism (INSJ) in partnership with Nina Torres Fine Art presents: ART & ENVIRONMENT: A CONVERSATION. The event will be an intimate look at how art can create awareness of the environment and how we live.

Participating in the panel will be world-renowned artist Ruben Santurian, environmental champions Luiz Rodrigues, executive director of ECOMB (Enviromental Coalition of Miami and Beaches) and Cinema Green and Brett Bibeau, Managing Director of the Miami River Commission. Nina Torres will be moderating.

INSJ is an organization that operates in the field of social communication and human development. Society, Culture and Heritage, New Technologies, Environment, Children’s Rights, Domestic Violence and HIV and AIDS are some of the topics that have been developed from the perspective of communication as a central focus. Their goal is to improve media coverage, bring awareness to social issues, and to create forums that encourage discussion, reflection and participation. ISNJ also develops and promotes curricula at all levels of training, ensuring greater social awareness and participation by raising the sense of responsibility all stakeholders.

“We wanted to create a space in which we can explore the relationship between art and the environment. To have an artists, a gallery owners and the directors of two of Miami’s most active environmental organization, is the perfect combination for a productive and thought-provoking exchange of ideas.” Explained Horacion Knaeber, Director of INSJ.
Art as a vehicle to create consciousness of the environment as a living space is not a strange concept for our panelists. Ruben Santurian is a world-renowned artist who is now launching his latest series: Trashformers – which are sculptures made of trash and recyclable materials in the shape of who will be speaking about the relationship between men and nature through art. His new series Trashformers will be showcased at Nina Torres Fine Art.
The program will start with a introduction by gallery owner Nina Torres, who will touch on Art as a tool of raising awareness; Brett Bibeau, from the Miami River Commission will talk about the Miami River, its ecological challenges, and its relationship with the Miami River Fair. Luiz Rodrigues from ECOMB will discuss the mission of the organization, its challenges and Cinema Green.
For more information on the conversation, our participants and how to rsvp please email us at image4brand@gmail.com or call 305.333.5453.

Photographs of Leave A Legacy 2014-1015 Kickoff Reception at Northern Trust on 11/3/14

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Celebrate the Season of Thanks and Giving with Leave A Legacy 2014-2015 Kickoff Reception at Northern Trust on Monday, November 3, 2014.

“LEAVE A LEGACY® started as an initiative of the Partnership for Philanthropic Planning of Miami-Dade County in 1997. There are LEAVE A LEGACY® Chapters in over 150 cities. The Partnership for Philanthropic Planning of Miami-Dade County, is a nonprofit organization comprised of planned giving officers, other nonprofit development officers, and other professional advisors such as attorneys, CPAs, CLUs, CFPs, trust officers and other professionals involved in estate and financial planning, who share the goal of promoting philanthropy in Miami-Dade County.”

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Waffle Wednesday Presents Meet the Knight Arts Challenge People’s Choice Nominees 11/5/14

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Waffle Wednesday Presents: Meet the Knight Arts Challenge People’s Choice Nominees
Wednesday, November 5, 2014, 9:00AM – 10:00AM
ww-twitter-flyer-bigLiveNinja HQ
120 NW 25th St, Loft #301
Miami, FL 33127
Free Entry
Register on EventBrite

Art + tech + waffles is a winning combination any day of the week, but we hope you will come enjoy it next Wednesday, Nov. 5 at a very special edition of #WaffleWednesday, hosted by LiveNinja.

The weekly tech meet-up in Wynwood is welcoming the South Florida Knight Arts Challenge People’s Choice Award nominees. Over breakfast, the six small arts groups vying for $20,000 will be there to talk about their projects, answer questions – and hopefully secure a few votes.

Below is a bit more about our nominees, and videos of each are up at knightarts.org/peopleschoice. RSVP for Waffle Wednesdays on Eventbrite. Big thanks to LiveNinja and the Arts and Business Council for co-hosting.

FATVillage Arts District: A contemporary art exhibition space in Fort Lauderdale, FATVillage showcases large-scale, interactive works. Right now, the space is only open for its monthly art walks. The prize would help FATVillage open more often, with more programming. (Text VOTE1 to 22333)

HICCUP: The acronym stands for Hialeah Contemporary Culture Project, and the collective works to take art out of galleries and into the streets of Northwest Dade. With funding, HICCUP wants to open-up a basis of operations in Hialeah to launch its works and make the city “a place for creative action.” (Text VOTE2 to 22333)

Ife-Ile: The Afro-Cuban dance troupe wants to expand its annual dance festival, and also to create a musical that is based on the lives and influence of Cubans who came to Miami during the Mariel Boatlift. Through its work, IFE-ILE not only provides a place for Cuban-American artists to practice their craft, but also a place to tell their own stories. (Text VOTE3 to 22333)

Key West Art and Historical Society: The group wants to take the art and history of Key West into schools. One idea, for example, is to take the works of local artist Mario Sanchez, who created scenes of the city, into classrooms as a way to understand the island’s and Monroe County’s history and culture. (Text VOTE4 to 22333)

Swampspace: This Design District gallery run by artist Oliver Sanchez wants to continue to provide an exhibition space that focuses on artistic values rather than profit. The prize would help Swampspace fund more large-scale exhibitions and allow artists to bring their big ideas to fruition (Text VOTE5 to 22333)

Mexican American Council: This long-time community group works to reduce the drop out rate and increase cultural opportunities for Mexican-Americans in South Dade. With funding, the council hopes to open a mariachi academy for students where they can both learn to play instruments and understand Mexican culture. (Text VOTE6 to 22333)

SFCDC – Diversifying Your Funding 11/18/14

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SFCDC – Diversifying Your Funding
Tuesday, November 18, 2014, 8:00AM – 10:00AM
Catalyst Miami
1900 Biscayne Blvd.
Miami, FL 33132
Tickets: Members – Free
Nonmembers – $15
Register Online

Learn the essentials, and necessity, of diversifying your funding.

David Halpern is a local consultant who has been involved with the finances of nonprofits for more than thirty years. He will provide an overview of the importance of not relying on only one source, or type, of funding. He believes that many Miami-Dade organizations have been overly dependent on government funding.

After briefly discussing alternatives such as philanthropy and earned income, this session will focus on grants that are available from foundations and corporations. Changes in the philanthropic landscape and what funders are now looking for will be discussed by a panel.

Participants will have the opportunity to question the panelists and get practical advice on how to improve their chances of winning grants.

Panelists
Barbara Romani, Regional Director South, Citi Bank/Community Development
Stuart Kennedy, Senior Programs Officer, The Miami Foundation
Kelly Alvarez Vitale, President, Strategic Philanthropy, Inc.
Moderator: David Halpern, President, Halpern Consulting

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#VOTE305: Officially Nonpartisan at The Stage Miami on Wednesday, October 29, 2014.   #Vote305 is a civic initiative for voters to become better educated about candidates and the issues in the final week before the November 4th election.

#Vote305 will provide a nonpartisan platform for candidates running for office to *briefly* share about their candidacy with a diverse stakeholder group of voters. Ballot item representatives will also be given equal time to present affirmative and opposing positions on state and county ballot issues, from medical marijuana legalization to allowing libraries in parks. Stay tuned for more info on confirmed candidates and representatives!

Host Committee: Aileen Alon, Alexandra Manrique, Alex Dominguez, Binsen Gonzalez, Caryn Lavernia, David Moscoso, Dwight Bullard, Luis Gazitua, Marlon Hil, Nelson Diaz, Saif Ishoof, Vance Aloupis

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Celebrate the Season of Thanks and Giving with Leave A Legacy 11/3/14

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leavealegacyCelebrate the Season of Thanks and Giving with Leave A Legacy
Monday, November 3, 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Northern Trust
600 Brickell Ave
Miami, Florida 33131
RSVP to Lesli Cuenca, LCuenca@chasemiami.com, (305) 567-0280

Celebrate the Season of Thanks and Giving
Generously sponsored and hosted by Northern Trust, 600 Brickell Avenue (note new address)

Featuring Keynote Speaker: Marlon A. Hill, 2010 Ruth Shack leadership Award winner

HARRISART presents an Artists Talk with Toa Castellanos, ERMAN, Jane Harris, Loone Sherbill Weinstein 11/1/14

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HARRISART presents an Artists Talk with Toa Castellanos, ERMAN, Jane Harris, Loone Sherbill Weinstein
Saturday, 11/01/2014 – 04:00 pm – 06:00 pm
FRAGMENTS-Artists-Talk_edited-1HARRISART
4432 SW 74 Ave,
Miami, Florida 33155
Facebook Link
Cost: Free

Join HARRISART on Saturday, November 1st for an Artist Talk with Toa Castellanos, ERMAN, Jane Harris and Loone Sherbill Weinstein enjoy an opportunity to meet the artists and hear firsthand about the ideas and inspiration behind the pieces in the exhibition “FRAGMENTS” as well as the motivation that directs each artist to develop works and narrative using recycled fragments from nature and man made. Refreshments will be offered.

HARRISART is a warehouse-style gallery and working studio of Jane Harris. Centrally located in the heart of Miami’s Bird Road Art District. HARRISART often presents guests artists as well as special programs and interactive projects.

Education in Miami-Dade County: A Conversation with Alberto Carvalho 11/5/14

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Education in Miami-Dade County: A Conversation with Alberto Carvalho
Wednesday, 11/05/2014 – 11/05/2014 09:30 am – 10:30 am
flyer-resizeGraham Center Ballrooms
11200 SW 8 Street,
Miami, Florida 33199
Webpage Link
Cost: FREE

Alberto M. Carvalho, Superintendent of Miami-Dade County Public Schools and one of the most admired education leaders in the U.S., will share his insight and vision at Florida International University (FIU) on Wednesday, November 5, 2014 at 9:30 a.m. The event, free and open to the public, will be held at the Graham Center Ballroom on FIU’s Modesto Maidique campus.

Alberto M. Carvalho

“The Future of Education: A Conversation with Superintendent Alberto Carvalho” is part of the annual Miami Leadership Dialogues created and presented by the FIU Center for Leadership at the College of Business, in partnership with the Office of the President and, this year, the College of Education.

Carvalho was honored by President Barack Obama and U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan at a White House ceremony on May 1, after he was selected as National Superintendent of the Year by AASA, The School Superintendent’s Association.

Carvalho has served in his current position since 2008. He is a nationally recognized expert on education transformation and finance who has successfully elevated his district’s academic profile and streamlined its business operations and financial systems. Now considered one of the nation’s highest-performing urban school systems, Miami-Dade was named as the 2014 College Board Advanced Placement Equity and Excellence District of the Year, as well as the 2012 winner of the Broad Prize for Urban Education.

A versatile leader, Carvalho is also the self-appointed principal of two award-winning schools, the Primary Learning Center and the iPrep Academy, and has served as President of the Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents.

Carvahlo was recently named by Scholastic Administrator as one of “The Fantastic Five” educators making a difference in America. He has been awarded a number of honorary degrees including a Doctor of Public Service by FIU and has been featured on CNN, NBC, and ABC and in publications such as The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, District Administration Magazine and The Christian Science Monitor.

The Miami Leadership Dialogues continues its quest.

The Center for Leadership’s annual Miami Leadership Dialogues provide an opportunity for speakers to share their perspectives on the current state of, and future opportunities for the South Florida community. Speakers are recognized community leaders from business, government and civic organizations, who also use the opportunity to field questions from community members.

To register for the event for free please follow the event link provided and save your seat today.

New Leaders Council Miami Presents: Why Miami? 10/21/14

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New Leaders Council Miami Presents: Why Miami? (or why startups, start here)
Tuesday, October 21, 2014, 6:00pm – 8:00pm
LiveNinja HQ
120 NW 25th St
Miami, FL 33127
Register Online

The entrepreneurial sector is alive and well in Miami, but ever wondered why these startups, start here? Join LiveNinja and Wyncode founders to discuss why businesses choose to start and stay in our town.

6:00 PM-Doors open, networking opportunities and appetizers served.
6:45 PM-Program starts.

About NLC Miami: New Leaders Council (NLC) Miami is a chapter of a national non-profit, non-partisan organization that prepares and connects the next generation of leaders in Miami.

Q&A about applying to be an NLC Miami Fellow to follow. Deadline for applications is 11/11/14. More info at www.newleaderscouncil.org
About NLC Institute: NLC Miami’s Institute is a formal leadership training course for selected NLC Fellows. As a Fellow, you will:
Learn from local and national experts in media, policy, fundraising, community engagement, and Miami.
Spend 5 weekends (1/28, 2/28, 3/28, 4/25, 5/30) creating a deep network of allies.
Receive coaching in defining your leadership vision and be matched with a mentor interested your growth.
Execute a capstone project that allows you to share your passion with Miami.

About Live Ninja: LiveNinja is a video chat marketplace where experts, or ninjas, can sell and buy expertise from each other.

Photographs of Miami Foundation Our Miami Official Report Release at Bakehouse Art Complex on 10/15/14

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The Miami Foundation Our Miami Official Report Release at Bakehouse Art Complex on Wednesday, October 15, 2014.

“The Our Miami Report is a snapshot of our city’s quality of life indicators. It combines secondary research in eight issue areas key to Miami’s vitality, showing our greatest challenges and opportunities. The Miami Foundation, along with experts and advisors, compiles the report every two years to serve as a data-focused picture of Miami’s quality of life, a roadmap to drive community impact initiatives, and ultimately, a collective vision for our future.”

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Creator of GeoStar and Sirius Radio, Martine Rothblatt to speak at the Church of Perpetual Life 11/2/14

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Creator of GeoStar and Sirius Radio, Martine Rothblatt to speak at the Church of Perpetual Life
Sunday, 11/02/2014 – 03:00 pm – 06:00 pm
Church-of-Perpetual-Life-smaller-logoChurch of Perpetual Life
1855 McKinley St.,
Hollywood, Florida 33020
Webpage Link
Cost: FREE

Join the Church of Perpetual Life for a special presentation with Martine Rothblatt. She will be discussing the Terasem Movement which she launched in 2004. It is a transhumanist school of thought movement focused on promoting joy, diversity and the prospect of technological immortality via mind uploading and geoethical nanotechnology.

The presentation begins at 4:00 PM at The Church of Perpetual Life, 1855 McKinley Street, Hollywood, Fl, 33020. The doors will open at 3:00 PM and following the presentation there will be a reception for Ms. Rothblatt. This is a FREE event. Seats are limited. To get more info or to RSVP email: Neal@ChurchOfPerpetualLife.org

GMCVB 2014 Annual Meeting Featuring Miami Artists 10/27/14

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GMCVB 2014 Annual Meeting Featuring Miami Artists
gmcvbmeeting2 Monday, October 27, 2014, 11:00am – 2:00pm
Pérez Art Museum Miami
1103 Biscayne Blvd.
Miami, FL 33132
GMCVB Partner: $65
Non-GMCVB Partner & Walk-Up: $75
Register Online
Limited Self Parking is available and included with ticket.

For information, please call 305/539-3069 or email AnnualMeeting@GMCVB.com

Buffet Lunch/Networking/Business Expo, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Business Meeting, 12:30 – 2 p.m.

Join us to kick off the City of Miami Beach Centennial Celebration

Life Is Art presents Live Painting by Miami Artists
GMCVBArtists
From 11:00am to 12:30pm, enjoy live painting by four diverse Miami artists, hosted by the GMCVB and curated by Life Is Art.
Diana Contreras, Dianne Romero, Rei Ramirez, Terry Arroyo Mulrooney

Emerging Technology Business Showcase: “ETBS in Paradise” 10/23/14

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Emerging Technology Business Showcase: “ETBS in Paradise”
Thursday, 10/23/2014 – 08:00 am – 06:30 pm
etbsThe Chapman Center Room 3210 on the Wolfson Campus of Miami Dade College
300 NE Second Ave,
Miami, Florida 33132
RSVP Link
Cost: http://tinyurl.com/npwbddl

The Florida Venture Forum and the Enterprise Development Corporation will serve as hosts to the 17th annual Emerging Technology Business Showcase Oct. 23 in Miami, Fl. At this year’s event, titled “ETBS in Paradise,” entrepreneurs seeking financial support for their businesses and venture capitalists seeking insight on start-up investments, will have the opportunity to learn about networking and educational resources available in the South Florida startup community.

Emerging Technology Business Showcase: “ETBS in Paradise” 10/23/14

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Emerging Technology Business Showcase: “ETBS in Paradise”
Thursday, 10/23/2014 – 08:00 am – 06:30 pm
etbsThe Chapman Center Room 3210 on the Wolfson Campus of Miami Dade College
300 NE Second Ave,
Miami, Florida 33132
RSVP Link
Cost: http://tinyurl.com/npwbddl

The Florida Venture Forum and the Enterprise Development Corporation will serve as hosts to the 17th annual Emerging Technology Business Showcase Oct. 23 in Miami, Fl. At this year’s event, titled “ETBS in Paradise,” entrepreneurs seeking financial support for their businesses and venture capitalists seeking insight on start-up investments, will have the opportunity to learn about networking and educational resources available in the South Florida startup community.

Photographs of Life Is Art presents Art/Work Connections Seminar 24: The Affordable Care Act and The Arts Year 2 on 10/14/14

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Life Is Art presents Art/Work Connections Seminar 24: The Affordable Care Act and The Arts Year 2 at the Artisan Lounge on Tuesday, October 14, 2014.  Art/Work Connections is a monthly series of seminars presented by Life Is Art featuring business professionals speaking on a variety of topics vital to the success of working artists. This month we covered The Affordable Care Act and The Arts.

Thank you to our Panelists:
Mary Siaz, Insuring Sources, Inc.
Maura Shiffman, Health Council of South Florida
Geronimo Schmidt, Friends With Benefits.

Thank you to our Sponsors:
Health Council of South Florida
Arts & Business Council
Snacks courtesy of KIND Snacks
Coffee tastings by Mad Chiller
About Mary Saiz , Insuring Sources, Inc.
Mary has over 25 years of senior management experience in health insurance and managed care organizations. She has worked for local and national carriers throughout her career and has been at the fore front of the Healthcare Industry and its’ evolution. Her responsibilities and knowledge have been in the areas of operations, product development, compliance, sales and marketing. She has held positions that ranged from Director of Claims to the V.P. of Commercial Marketing & Medicaid Business Development for Medica Health Plans of Florida, Inc. She is currently the President and CEO of Insuring Sources, Inc. a Healthcare Marketing and Consulting Firm in Miami, Fl

About Maura Shiffman, Health Council of South Florida
Maura Shiffman is a Community Health Specialist for the Health Council of South Florida. She received her Master’s degree in Public Health, with a concentration in Policy and Administration from Florida State University and is currently focused on the Health Council’s Affordable Care Act implementation efforts in Miami-Dade and Monroe counties. She continues to work with community partners to enhance the overall health and quality of life for the residents of District 11.

About Geronimo Schmidt, Friends With Benefits Insurance & Financial Services
My goal is to provide families and business owners with assistance in building their financial freedom. I have the skills, knowledge and experience required to help meet my client’s established goals. My personal goal is to become a lifetime resource for each and every client.

About Artisan Lounge
The Artisan Lounge was established in 2011 by Christ Fellowship Miami, as a studio space for local artists with 26 naturally lit studio spaces, three exhibiting galleries and two artist lounges that promote a collaborative and creative environment unlike any other Art Studio Space in the city. Open Studio Nights, Gallery Exhibitions, Artist Talks and Workshops throughout the year bring a unique mix of artists and art lovers alike. The Artisan Lounge provides opportunities for residents, artists and visitors, to create, build and strengthen relationships with the Miami Art community.

About the Art/Work Connections Program
The Art/Work Connections program is a monthly series of business seminars held at galleries and art spaces around South Florida targeted at artists and those working in the arts. Everyone is welcome and can benefit from them. Business professionals are brought in to cover a wide variety of topics including health care, financial planning, contract negotiation, copyright law, portfolio development, social media, marketing and much more.

About Life Is Art, Inc.
Life Is Art is a Florida-based 501(c)3 non-profit corporation dedicated to creating positive change in the community with the arts and culture through events and education. We give South Florida artists and civic leaders the tools to thrive and grow, while enhancing the lives of those living in our area.

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The 2014 Our Miami Report official release 10/15/14

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The 2014 Our Miami Report official release
Our-Miami-general-invitationWednesday, October 15, 6:00pm – 7:30pm
Bakehouse Art Complex
561 NW 32nd St
Miami, Florida 33127
Register Online
Facebook

The 2014 Report draws on connections between Miami’s quality of life indicators, uncovering powerful conclusions about our city. See what we learned and how you can help address Miami’s most pressing issues.

Photographs of Busk Or Bust at MCAD on 10/10/14

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Busk Or Bust at Miami Center for Architecture and Design on Friday, October 10, 2014.

 

Buskerfest Miami hosted a community forum to discuss a proposed model ordinance that distinguishes street performance from panhandling as a legal, protected act. Join us and other Downtown Miami stakeholders at the Miami Center for Architecture and Design with light snacks, drinks, live performance and a conversation about fostering a culture of street performance in Miami’s developing urban core.

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Identity Theft Seminar 10/29/14

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Identity Theft Seminar
Wednesday, 10/29/2014 – 06:00 pm – 07:00 pm
Total Wine & More – The Palms at Town & Country Mall
11960 Mills Drive,
Miami, Florida 33183
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

Identity theft is one of the fastest growing crimes in the United States. Florida ranks #1 for both identity theft and fraud complaints. Power Financial Credit Union has partnered with the Pembroke Pines Police Department Economic Crimes Unit to educate the community on this growing problem in South Florida. This free informative event is designed to help attendees understand:

• What is identity theft?
• Why do thieves target you?
• How do thieves get your information?
• How do they perpetrate the fraud?
• How can you avoid identity theft?
• How do you stop an identity thief?

Members and non-members are welcome! Please RSVP to marketing@powerfi.org.

Identity Theft Seminar 10/30/14

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Identity Theft Seminar
Thursday, 10/30/2014 – 06:00 pm – 07:00 pm
Power Financial Credit Union
12575 US Highway 1,
Juno Beach, Florida 33408
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

Identity theft is one of the fastest growing crimes in the United States. Florida ranks #1 for both identity theft and fraud complaints. Power Financial Credit Union has partnered with the Pembroke Pines Police Department Economic Crimes Unit to educate the community on this growing problem in South Florida. This free informative event is designed to help attendees understand:

• What is identity theft?
• Why do thieves target you?
• How do thieves get your information?
• How do they perpetrate the fraud?
• How can you avoid identity theft?
• How do you stop an identity thief?

Members and non-members are welcome! Please RSVP to marketing@powerfi.org.

Lets Listen: Lets Talk Forum 10/11/14

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Lets Listen: Lets Talk Forum
Saturday, 10/11/2014 – 08:30 am – 10:30 am
We-Care-Network-flyer-picHoly Family Episcopal Church
18501 N.W. 7 Avenue,
Miami Gardens, Florida 33169
Facebook Link
Cost: Free

The We Care Network will host its first Community forum, under the auspices of Father Horace Ward of Holy Family Church, the Episcopal Archdeacon Fritz Bazin & Suzanne Ferguson of the DOSEF Social Justice Commission as well as Carol Hope of the Village of Hope. ” Let’s Listen, Let’s Talk” will provide an open forum for people (community leaders, community members and other interested parties) to speak about how to empower, build and improve the Miami Gardens community.

Breakfast in the Park with Daniel Arsham 12/7/14

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Breakfast in the Park with Daniel Arsham
fiufrostSunday, 12/07/2014 – 09:30 am – 12:00 pm
The Patricia & Phillip Frost Art Museum
10975 S.W. 17th Street,
Miami, Florida 33199
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

Each year, in celebration of Art Basel Miami Beach, The Patricia and Phillip Frost Art Museum at Florida International University hosts Breakfast in the Park. This event draws hundreds of art enthusiasts, patrons, collectors, gallery owners and artists from around the world, many of whom are visiting Miami for Art Basel. Each year a noted sculptor is invited to speak. Guests enjoy a complimentary outdoor breakfast, informal lecture and guided tours of The Sculpture Park as well as the exhibitions in The Frost Art Museum.

This year’s speaker, Daniel Arsham is a contemporary American artist whose art blurs the lines between art, architecture and performance. He explores issues of natural versus manufactured or intention versus happenstance.

In 2003 Arsham graduated from The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science in NYC and received the Gelman Trust Fellowship Award. Arsham’s work has always played with notions of architecture. His sculptures and installations make architecture do things that it is not supposed to do. It wrinkles and ripples, and appears to blow like a curtain, it confounds our notions of how architecture is made and used.

In 2008, Daniel Arsham and Alex Mustonen established Snarkitecture, a Brooklyn based art and design studio that creates everything from functional objects to installation to stage design. It is a collaborative practice that aims to make architecture perform the unexpected, focusing on the investigation of structure, material and program and how these elements can be manipulated to serve new and imaginative purposes. Snarkitecture has received many high profile commissions including the baseball stadium in Miami, Storefront in NYC and Design Miami 2012.

Arsham’s work has been shown at PS1 in New York, The Museum of Contemporary Art in Miami, the MCA Chicago, Athens Biennial in Greece, The New Museum in New York, Mills College Art Museum in Oakland, California and Carré d’Art de Nîmes, France among others. Daniel Arsham’s artistic practice includes commissioned public art, performance and architectural projects including several high profile collaborations with choreographer Merce Cunningham, Producer Pharrell Williams, Dior Homme, Jonah Bokaer and Designer Hedi Slimane.

Daniel Arsham was born in Cleveland, Ohio in 1980, was raised in Miami and currently lives and works in New York City.

Knight Cities Challenge Community Information Session Miami 10/7/14

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Knight Cities Challenge – Community Information Session / Miami
Tuesday, October 7, 2014, 5:30PM – 7:30PM
knightcitiesThe Stage
170 NE 38th St
Miami, FL 33137
Register here to attend

5:30-6:30 p.m.- registration and networking
6:30 p.m. – program begins

For more information on the challenge, visit KnightCities.org and follow @knightfdn and #knightcities on Twitter.

Join Matt Haggman, Miami Program Director for the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, for a community information session on the new Knight Cities Challenge.

The challenge is offering a share of $5 million for innovative ideas that answer the question: What’s your best idea to make cities more successful? We’re looking for projects at the city, neighborhood and block level – and all sizes in between – that can be put to work in one of the 26 Knight communities, which includes Miami. Ideas, which can be submitted by anyone, from anywhere, must focus on one or more of these three key drivers of city success: attracting and retaining talented people, expanding economic opportunity and creating a culture of civic engagement.

Matt will provide tips on how to craft your applications, the challenge timeline and review process, and answer just about any question you have. Representatives from Gehl Architecture will also attend to discuss ways to build more successful cities. Gehl Architecture is a global leader in rethinking spaces between city buildings; the firm has led acclaimed projects including the creation of bike paths and urban parks throughout New York City, and the redesign of New York’s Times Square.

Miami Arts Brigade 2nd Meeting 10/9/14

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miamiartsbrigadeMiami Arts Brigade 2nd Meeting
Thursday, Oct. 9th at 2:30 PM
Bakehouse Art Complex
561 NW 32nd St
Miami, FL
Register Online

Join The Movement

What is the Miami Arts Brigade?
We are mirroring the strengths of a Hacking Brigade, which builds participatory power in cities by holding civic hack events and advocacy campaigns with the goal of furthering the global civic collaboration movement. Based on the success of hacking brigades we are channeling the same sort of comradery and collaboration to bring awareness to the arts on Give Miami Day, November 20, 2014.

Our Goal:
Supercharge visibility for arts and cultural organizations on Give Miami Day. Through partnering tech, business and the cultural community, we are engaging the power of social media to showcase local arts organizations that are participating in the 2014 Give Miami Day. Through this concerted effort we seek to amplify cultural awareness, support for the arts, foster a connected community and actualize cross-pollination of industries.

We are spearheading the first social media arts collation for Give Miami Day! We are bringing communities together in an opportunity to bring about meaningful conversations showcasing the arts.

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Busk Or Bust 10/10/14

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Busk Or Bust
Friday, 10/10/2014 – 05:00 pm – 07:00 pm
1799631_1502274753364327_1166341228_aMiami Center for Architecture and Design
100 NE 1st Ave,
Miami, Florida 33132
RSVP Link
Cost: Free

Buskerfest Miami hosts a community forum to discuss a proposed model ordinance that distinguishes street performance from panhandling as a legal, protected act. Join us and other Downtown Miami stakeholders at the Miami Center for Architecture and Design for light snacks, drinks, live performance and a conversation about fostering a culture of street performance in Miami’s developing urban core. The event is free and open to the public. Limited space available – RSVP today!

Photographs of Miami Urban Music and Film Festival on 9/27/14

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Miami Urban Music and Film Festival at Miami Dade College – Wolfson Campus on Saturday, September 27, 2014.

“The mission of the Urban Music & Film Festival is to foster the development and engagement of music, entertainment & film talent in Florida, and those that support the industry through musical expression and cinematic story-telling via the visual, and dramatic arts.”

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Life Is Art presents Art/Work Connections Seminar 24: The Affordable Care Act and The Arts Year 2 10/14/14

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Life Is Art presents Art/Work Connections Seminar 24: The Affordable Care Act and The Arts Year 2
Tuesday, September 16, 6:00pm-9:00pm
AWC24-FlyerWeb2Artisan Lounge
500 NE 1st Ave
Miami, FL 33132 – Map
Tickets: FREE with Registration
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PARKING: Free in the Christ Fellowship / Artisan Lounge lot. Tell them you are there for the Artisan Lounge.
Entrance to the parking lot is on NE 5th Street. Note that NE 5th Street only runs eastbound.

Subject: The Affordable Care Act And You, Take Two
Panelists:
Mary Siaz, Insuring Sources, Inc.
Maura Shiffman, Health Council of South Florida
Geronimo Schmidt, Friends With Benefits
Hashtag #ArtWorkCon

Open enrollment for the Affordable Care Act (ACA) is coming up again! Are you ready? While the penalty for being uninsured the first year is relatively small, it grows quickly each year. Even more important than the fine, though, is that being uninsured can be devastating for an artist or arts organization if anything happens. It is important to be aware of your rights and the benefits available, as well as the penalties.

Supporting Sponsors:
Health Council of South Florida
Arts & Business Council
Snacks courtesy of KIND Snacks
Coffee tastings by Mad Chiller

Schedule:
6:00-6:30, Registration
6:30-8:00, Panel
8:00-9:00, Q&A Social Hour

Art/Work Connections is a monthly series of seminars presented by Life Is Art featuring business professionals speaking on a variety of topics vital to the success of working artists. This panel covers all the aspects of the Affordable Care Act and helps you understand what your options are. This is crucial information for artists and art organizations. Participants also receive resources to help them navigate the world of health insurance. Following the seminar, there is social time with sponsored refreshments and an opportunity for personal questions to the presenters, as well as assistance signing up on the spot.

The evening’s program provides important information and support at one time and in one place; everything you need to know about the new law but were afraid to ask, as well as assitance signing up. Although this is the second year of the Affordable Care Act, many artists and non-profits remain woefully unaware of the details. Though the program is still confusing, there are many benefits and subsidies that could be available to artists and organizations. Come and learn how to navigate the system for your best results in a friendly and helpful atmosphere.

About Mary Saiz , Insuring Sources, Inc.
Mary has over 25 years of senior management experience in health insurance and managed care organizations. She has worked for local and national carriers throughout her career and has been at the fore front of the Healthcare Industry and its’ evolution. Her responsibilities and knowledge have been in the areas of operations, product development, compliance, sales and marketing. She has held positions that ranged from Director of Claims to the V.P. of Commercial Marketing & Medicaid Business Development for Medica Health Plans of Florida, Inc. She is currently the President and CEO of Insuring Sources, Inc. a Healthcare Marketing and Consulting Firm in Miami, Fl

About Maura Shiffman, Health Council of South Florida
Maura Shiffman is a Community Health Specialist for the Health Council of South Florida. She received her Master’s degree in Public Health, with a concentration in Policy and Administration from Florida State University and is currently focused on the Health Council’s Affordable Care Act implementation efforts in Miami-Dade and Monroe counties. She continues to work with community partners to enhance the overall health and quality of life for the residents of District 11.

About Geronimo Schmidt, Friends With Benefits Insurance & Financial Services
My goal is to provide families and business owners with assistance in building their financial freedom. I have the skills, knowledge and experience required to help meet my client’s established goals. My personal goal is to become a lifetime resource for each and every client.

About Artisan Lounge
The Artisan Lounge was established in 2011 by Christ Fellowship Miami, as a studio space for local artists with 26 naturally lit studio spaces, three exhibiting galleries and two artist lounges that promote a collaborative and creative environment unlike any other Art Studio Space in the city. Open Studio Nights, Gallery Exhibitions, Artist Talks and Workshops throughout the year bring a unique mix of artists and art lovers alike. The Artisan Lounge provides opportunities for residents, artists and visitors, to create, build and strengthen relationships with the Miami Art community.

About the Art/Work Connections Program
The Art/Work Connections program is a monthly series of business seminars held at galleries and art spaces around South Florida targeted at artists and those working in the arts. Everyone is welcome and can benefit from them. Business professionals are brought in to cover a wide variety of topics including health care, financial planning, contract negotiation, copyright law, portfolio development, social media, marketing and much more.

About Life Is Art, Inc.
Life Is Art is a Florida-based 501(c)3 non-profit corporation dedicated to creating positive change in the community with the arts and culture through events and education. We give South Florida artists and civic leaders the tools to thrive and grow, while enhancing the lives of those living in our area.

Power Financial Credit Union Identity Theft Seminar 10/7/14

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Power Financial Credit Union Identity Theft Seminar
Tuesday, 10/07/2014 – 06:00 pm – 07:00 pm
Power Financial Credit Union
2020 NW 150th Ave.,
Pembroke Pines, Florida 33028
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

Power Financial Credit Union has partnered with the Pembroke Pines Police Department Economic Crimes Unit to educate the South Florida community about identity theft, one of the fastest growing crimes in the United States. This free informative event is designed to help attendees understand:

• What is identity theft?
• Why do thieves target you?
• How do thieves get your information?
• How do they perpetrate the fraud?
• How can you avoid identity theft?
• How do you stop an identity thief?

Members and non-members are welcome! Please RSVP to marketing@powerfi.org.

Photographs of Constitution Day Miami 2014 at Freedom Tower on 9/17/14

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Third annual Constitution Day Miami 2014 at Freedom Tower on Wednesday, September 17, 2014.  Constitution Day is a federal observance recognizing our country’s citizens as well as the day that the U.S. Constitutional Convention signed the Constitution in 1787. The observance also honors the rights and liberties granted and protected by the Constitution.

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Busk or Bust: Community Forum on New Ordinance 10/10/14

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Busk or Bust: Community Forum on New Ordinance
Friday, October 10th, 2014, 5-7 PM
Miami Center for Architecture and Design
100 NE 1st Avenue
Downtown Miami, FL
Please register for this FREE event here: https://www.picatic.com/BuskOrBust?code=banjo

We do hope you’ll join us for this exciting discussion, and thank you for your continued support.

Buskerfest Miami hosts a community forum to discuss a proposed model ordinance that distinguishes street performance from panhandling as a legal, protected act. Join us and other Downtown Miami stakeholders at the Miami Center for Architecture and Design for light snacks, drinks, live performance and a conversation about fostering a culture of street performance in Miami’s developing urban core. The event is free and open to the public. Limited space available – RSVP today!

The current no-panhandling ordinance in downtown has been misinterpreted to include street performance, and we would like to legally distinguish between busking and panhandling. A thriving street performance culture has had a documented positive impact on local economies, street safety and neighborhood vitality in cities such as New York, New Orleans, Seattle and San Francisco. We would like to add Miami to the list of cities embracing public performance in public spaces.

Ayurvedic Skincare Workshop 11/13/14

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Ayurvedic Skincare Workshop
Thursday, 11/13/2014 – 04:00 pm – 07:00 pm
Ayurvedic spa massage still lifeMetiista Natural Cosmetic Lab
1410 20th Street – Ste 201,
miami beach, Florida 33139
Webpage Link
Cost: $89

Ayurveda is the Indian traditional holistic approach to life and health. It roots back more than 5,000 years and is believed by many to be the oldest and more comprehensive health and wellness care system. The central concept of Ayurveda is the theory that health exists when there is a balance between three fundamental bodily humors or doshas called Vata, Pitta, and Kapha. Every part of us is governed by these three doshas. Skin is no exception. Many skin conditions are thought to be caused by a dosha imbalance. If you know your skin dosha and which dosha is imbalanced, it will be easier to treat any skin conditions you have.

In this workshop, I will teach you the techniques to find out your skin dosha and help you detect any imbalances you may have. I can also help you simply maintain the health of your skin. I will then show you how to correct your skin issues with the help of Ayurvedic herbs and oils, diet, and lifestyle choices.
At the end of the workshop, all students will be able to make their own beauty products based on their skin type & challenges.

In this workshop you will:
1. Learn about the doshas and find out your dosha skin type
2. Learn the 7 beauty steps for healthy skin taught by Ayurveda
3. Learn to align your diet and lifestyle to your skin dosha or imbalances
4. Design your own dinacharya (daily routine) to enhance the health of your skin
5. Learn about the top Ayurvedic herbs for skincare, along with their uses and benefits
6. Formulate and take home authentic Ayurvedic skincare kit based on your dosha (1 herbal face pack, 1 scrub, and 1 cleanser)

Natural Skincare Workshop 11/14/14

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Natural Skincare Workshop
Friday, 11/14/2014 – 11/14/2014 09:00 am – 12:00 pm
Orchid and Face CreamMetiista Natural Cosmetic Lab
1410 20th Street – Ste 201,
miami beach, Florida 33139
Webpage Link
Cost: $89

Make your own Face & Body Moisturizing Cream

Over time, the sun and hot weather of Florida can really damage your skin, causing premature aging and wrinkles, along with dryness and burns. Skin needs to be nourished and moisturized. In this workshop you will learn to make your own cream to protect, restore, and heal your skin. Too many commercial creams and cosmetics have questionable or even toxic ingredients. When you make the cream yourself, you have clarity and confidence about what ingredients to use.

I will teach you about the benefits of ingredients used in formulating creams from hydrosols and oils to butters. We will go over the different techniques used to make creams (from heavy and deeply moisturizing to light, non-greasy and fast absorbing creams) with or without preservatives. Most importantly, you will get the confidence to make your own creams at home.

In this workshop you will:

1. Learn to treat specific skin issues, such as scars and wrinkles
2. Effectively use herbs in creams using tinctures & hydrosols
3. Learn to make anhydrous body creams (no water)
4. Learn to make creams without any emulsifiers
5. Learn about emulsifiers and emulsifying techniques
6. Learn the properties and benefits of oils, butters, & hydrosols
7. Learn to make water decoctions and medicinally infused oils
8. Make and take home: 1 body moisturizing cream adapted to your skin type and 1 make up remover lotion

Book Now!
Saturday 11/15/2014 From 9am to 12pm
Friday 11/28/2014 From 9am to 12pm

Location: 1410 20th Street – Ste 201
Miami Beach, FL 33139 (map)
Any questions? Contact me @ brigitte@metiista.net

www.metiista.net

Photographs of Life Is Art presents Art/Work Connections Seminar 23: Financial Planning for Artists with Zak Mann on 9/16/14

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Life Is Art  presents Art/Work Connections Seminar 23: Financial Planning for Artists with Zak Mann at Bakehouse Art Complex on Tuesday, September 16, 2014.  Art/Work Connections is a monthly series of seminars presented by Life Is Art featuring business professionals speaking on a variety of topics vital to the success of working artists. This month we covered Financial Planning for Artists.

About Zak Mann:
Zak Mann is a financial representative at National Planning Corporation. With over ten years of experience in the industry, Zak’s practice focuses on income and asset protection for physicians, young professionals and multigenerational businesses. He lectures to resident programs throughout South Florida on the importance of early planning. In 2013 Zak was the top agent for his agency in Disability Insurance premiums.
Born and raised here in Miami, Zak is very involved in the community and is the current president of the Coral Gables Museum’s Young Associates, on the board of Mt Sinai Hospital’s foundation, a Miami Children’s Hospital Young Ambassador, and a founding executive committee member of the American Heart association Pulse. In his free time Zak enjoys fishing, competitive BBQing, and is a published photographer.

About Bakehouse Art Complex:
Since its inception, the Bakehouse Art Complex (BAC) has served as a creative incubator for more than a thousand emerging and mid-career artists. The Bakehouse offers more than just studio space. This dynamic artistic community is home to dozens of artists working side-by-side in every media imaginable in an environment where they share in each other’s creative processes and inspire, encourage and motivate one another.
The Bakehouse is also the perfect place to enjoy contemporary art in the making year-round, featuring 65 working artist studios, two galleries with monthly exhibition openings, classes, and working facilities, such as a fully functional print room, dark room, a woodworking area, welding room and ceramic kilns for artist use. Thanks to the generous support of the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, BAC will create a ceramics studio and South Florida’s first community-accessible fine arts metal casting foundry in 2015. These areas provide Resident and Associate artists with in-house facilities to develop or to experiment and integrate new media into their work.
Open free 7 days per week, the Bakehouse offers patrons a rare glimpse into the creative experience and an opportunity to interact directly with a diverse and talented community of over 60 contemporary artists. With monthly exhibition openings, cultural and community events, classes for adults and children, and a soon-to-be-launched monthly Green and Art market, the BAC is not only a creative center, but also a vibrant community hub serving its artists, patrons, art buyers, and the South Florida community.

About the Art/Work Connections Program
The Art/Work Connections program is a monthly series of business seminars held at galleries and art spaces around South Florida targeted at artists and those working in the arts. Everyone is welcome and can benefit from them. Business professionals are brought in to cover a wide variety of topics including health care, financial planning, contract negotiation, copyright law, portfolio development, social media, marketing and much more.

About Life Is Art, Inc.
Life Is Art is a Florida-based 501(c)3 non-profit corporation dedicated to creating positive change in the community with the arts and culture through events and education. We give South Florida artists and civic leaders the tools to thrive and grow, while enhancing the lives of those living in our area.

Next month Art/Work Connections on Affordable Care and The Arts Year 2  will be held on October 14th at The Artisan Lounge so save the date!

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I AM + HERO 10/25/14

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I AM + HERO
Saturday, 10/25/2014 – 01:00 pm – 05:00 pm
antiWynwood Warehouse Project
450 NW 27th St,
Miami, Florida 33127
Webpage Link
Cost: $10 – Guest ; $75 – VIP Guest & Photo shoot Participant

Strike-A-Pose, Liberate A Life

I AM + HERO at Wynwood Warehouse Project, an eclectic and contemporary art space, located at 450 NW 27th St, Miami, FL 33127. This interactive event is a continuation of our newest social awareness campaign entitled “SAVESEX”.

We are opening our 2015 advertising campaign of the, I AM + HERO initiative to the general public. Join us in our first ever community based photo shoot. Join the League of Heroes by coming out and enjoying great music, fashion, food and fun as we “Strike-a-Pose”, to liberate a life.

We will be donating 20% of the proceeds from the day’s event to Life of Freedom Center.

Understanding Your Credit with Power Financial Credit Union 10/1/14

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Understanding Your Credit with Power Financial Credit Union
Wednesday, 10/01/2014 – 10/01/2014 06:00 pm – 07:00 pm
Power Financial Credit Union
33004 South Dixie Hwy,
Florida City, Florida 33034
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

Join Power Financial Credit Union for an informative event that is designed to help you understand:

• Credit scores and how they are calculated.
• How to read the information contained in your credit report.
• The best mix of credit to obtain the highest score and therefore strengthen your buying power.
• The Dos and Don’ts when considering a large purchase.
• How negative information will affect your credit and buying power.

Members and non-members are welcome! Space is limited so send your RSVP to marketing@powerfi.org

Understanding Social Security’s Important Role in your Retirement 9/25/14

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Understanding Social Security’s Important Role in your Retirement
Thursday, 09/25/2014 – 09/25/2014 05:30 pm – 06:30 pm
Power Financial Credit Union
2020 NW 150th Ave.,
Pembroke Pines, Florida 33028
More Info Link
Cost: Free

Join Power Financial Credit Union for an informational presentation to learn more about social security and how it can play an important role in your retirement income planning. Power Financial Credit Union will discuss:

– Social security and what it means to you
– Common questions
– Strategies to help maximize benefits

Refreshments will be served. Please RSVP by Thursday, September 18, 2014 to: Power Investment Services available through CFS*
Curtis Dabros
CDabros@powerfi.org
954-538-4426

Understanding Your Credit with Power Financial Credit Union 9/17/14

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Understanding Your Credit with Power Financial Credit Union
Wednesday, 09/17/2014 – 09/17/2014 06:00 pm – 07:00 pm
Power Financial Credit Union
2020 NW 150th Ave.,
Pembroke Pines, Florida 33028
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

This informative event is designed to help you understand:

*Credit scores and how they are calculated.
*How to read the information contained in your credit report.
*The best mix of credit to obtain the highest score and therefore strengthen your buying power.
*The Dos and Don’ts when considering a large purchase.
*How negative information will affect your credit and buying power.

Members and non-members are welcome! Space is limited so send your RSVP to marketing@powerfi.org.

Miami DWNTWN Art Days 9/19/14-9/21/14

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Miami DWNTWN Art Days
September 19-21, All Day
dwntwnartdays Downtown Miami
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Art Days is designed to bring together and promote the cultural community, in addition to facilitating and incentivizing art exhibitions and other cultural activities. In its third year, Art Days, supported by the Miami Downtown Development Authority (DDA), continues to provide free inspiring art activities across the Downtown cultural landscape. Working in partnership with a variety of arts and culture institutions, organizations and artists, Art Days is a three-day cultural exploration that incorporates countless free events and exhibitions for the community to experience and enjoy. Art Days offers something for everyone from family activities, panel discussions, international exhibitions, bike tours, walking tours and so much more!

Art Days is comprised of three components:
The Hub
located at MCAD, 100 NE 1st Ave, Miami, FL 33132
The “hub” is the epicenter for information on Art Days. In 2013 over 130 events took place around Downtown Miami, so it’s worthwhile to take a moment and set an itinerary to make the most out of the weekend!
The hub is the place to…
…find someone to help you navigate through the vast amount of things to do.
…start most walking and bike tours.
…be creative and paint your own unique t-shirt.
…hang out and connect with your friends on social media.
…find people to welcome you to Downtown Miami.

The Fringe
The “Fringe” is a set of curated activations of Downtown Miami in the form of visual and performance art projects. The visual art projects are commissioned, site-specific public art installations, curated by a specialist contemporary art curator Amanda Sanfilippo, and located within a one-mile radius around the Hub for easy walkability. This year’s Fringe has been initiated in partnership with Miami Dade County’s Art in Public Places.

The Events
Throughout the three day weekend, over 60 different art organizations, culture organizations, non-profits and artists activate their spaces with exhibitions, performances, cocktails meet and greet, art talks, panels and more. New for 2014 is an increased family friendly programming and children activities to accommodate the growing number of families living in Downtown.
Realizing the lack of performing arts in last year’s mix of events, the Miami DDA, in collaboration with the Olympia Theatre, is debuting a series of performance pieces in public areas and venues all around Downtown
As a guideline, here is a schedule for the weekend:
Thursday: Media/VIP Preview of the Fringe and Art Days
Friday: School tours/ Exhibitions openings/ post -work cocktail activities
Saturday: Museum day; art tours and exhibitions
Sunday: Cultural activities/bike tours

Click More for the Full List of Events
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Unleash Your Greatest Destiny playshop 8/30/14

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Unleash Your Greatest Destiny playshop
Saturday, 08/30/2014 – 01:00 pm – 04:30 pm
UnleashYosoy Studio
139 Fashion Row,
Hallandale Beach, Florida 33009
Eventbrite Link
Cost: $49 or 2 for $39 each

– Do you feel you have a mission or purpose, but aren’t quite clear what it is?

– Do you feel overwhelmed or passionless in your life or job and want to spice it up again?

– Did you recently or do you want to make a transition in your personal or professional life?

– Would you like to align your current vocation with a greater cause or mission?

If you answered Yes to any of these questions, this “playshop” is for you!

Co-hosted by Mission-Based Branding expert Alexandra Figueredo and Feng Shui expert Inessa Freylekhman with guests Michelle Alva and David Jesse

In this powerful “playshop”, Alexandra and Inessa will guide you to:
• Identify the “old story” that’s keeping your stuck in an old version of you
• Guided Meditation to help you release the physical, mental and emotional clutter that is holding you back
• Clarify your Mission and greatest vision for your life!
• Guided Visualization to tap into your soul’s highest calling
• Rewrite a new story for your life as your highest self

*** With Special guests:

Michelle Alva will release and ignite your soul’s passion and/or purpose with a guided movement practice and live music and Soul Sounding by David Jesse.

Come early and delight in some Ayurvedic tea and healthy Gourmet snacks at the Tea House

Investment: $49.00, or bring a friend for $39.00 each (advance pricing ends Friday, Aug. 29), or $69.00 on the day of event

Alexandra: Alexandra is a Missionpreneur Mentor, speaker, trainer, author and founder of Mission Based Branding Institute, a full-service branding and communications agency and training platform dedicated to helping mission-driven businesses and missionpreneurs. She is the author of Sculpt Your Life From Sketch to Masterpiece(TM) and co-author in a bestselling collaboration book Shift Your Beliefs To Get What You Want.

Inessa Freylekhman: Inessa Freylekhman is a Feng Shui Healer, a Spiritual Psychologist and owner of Feng Shui from the Heart. She recently joined the Canyon Ranch Health Resort medical team as a Feng Shui healer. Her unique blend of Feng Shui and Spiritual Psychology has helped hundreds of people transform their lives and attain love, fulfillment, abundance and joy. You can visit her at www.fengshuifromtheheart.c om or www.illuminatedcounseling.com

Michelle Alva: Michelle’s highly intuitive gifts combined with her 18 year background as a Holistic Physical Therapist, Integrative Yoga Therapist, Energy Medicine Practitioner, and Belly Dance Teacher has inspired her to create an approach that teaches individuals how to activate their innate healing and self-repair mechanisms. Michelle’s passion is educating individuals on how to release, process, and transform emotional, physical and energetic pain, tension and stress so we may reach our highest potential and live our lives filled with love, joy, creativity and passion. She offers Integrative Healing Energy Services at Canyon Ranch Miami Beach. Visit Michelle at www.michellealva.com and download a Free Gift!

David Jesse Kennet: David is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Holistic Allergist, Reiki Master, Sound Healer and Vocal Coach. At age 21 David made his debut at New York City’s Lincoln Center with the internationally acclaimed a cappella group the Star-Scape Singers. He shares over 20 years experience utilizing the “open voice” and is a protege of the late Canadian metaphysician Kenneth G. Mills. David also studied with sound healers Tom Kenyon and Jonathan Goldman and is a member of the Sound Healers Association. David released CD called Soul Sounding: Music For Meditation and Transformation. www.soul-sounding.com

“Tress to Impress… Myself! Tour” 9/13/14

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“Tress to Impress… Myself! Tour”
Saturday, 09/13/2014 – 09/13/2014 06:00 pm – 10:30 pm
Venetian Lady Yacht
401 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, 33132,
Miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link
Cost: $199-$228

Join us the weekend of September 13th & 14th 2014 for the “Tress to Impress… Myself! Tour” hostedby Courtney Adeleye of The Mane Choice. This empowering tour will kick off in Miami and is designed to celebrate and honor the beauty of self-confidence, by learning, understanding, and flaunting your tresses. Get up close and personal on hair with special guest Chrisette Michelle and gain expert advice on taming and maintaining tresses from Courtney Adeleye along with a selection of expert healthy hair panelists. The result? One luxurious night full of sailing, fun, fine food, live music, socializing, and premium open bar.

Purchase your tickets today ranging from $199-$228 for the Sunset Yacht Dinner Cruise & Breakfast. Limited quantity available. Use coupon code LABOR14 for 10% off up until September 3rd 2014.

MAP Fund Information Session: Miami 9/29/14

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MAP Fund Information Session: Miami
Monday, September 29, 2014, 4:00pm to 5:00pm
Miami Light Project
The Light Box at Goldman Warehouse
404 NW 26 Street
Miami, FL 33127
Register Online

Miami Light Project and MAP Fund will be partnering to host an informal Q&A session about the 2015 MAP Fund Grant Cycle.

Artists and representatives from arts organizations who plan to submit proposals, or those persons who would like to learn more about the program are welcome to attend.

Moira Brennan, Program Director of MAP Fund will provide a brief history of the program, articulate MAP’s funding priorities, and clarify how the cycle operates. Ms. Brennan will share general grant writing tips, as well as suggestions specific to your application. This session is FREE!

If you have any questions about the MAP Fund Information Session: Miami, Please contact MAP Fund | Moira Brennan, Program Director

Photographs of JusticeHack at LAB Miami on 8/1/14

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JusticeHack at LAB Miami on Friday, August 1, 2014.

Building a Miami Where All People Can Thrive:  On August 1-2, 2014, the Community Justice Project (CJP) of Florida Legal Services, together with the Bertha Justice Institute of the Center for Constitutional Rights and the Bertha Foundation, sponsored a creative workshop to bring together Miamians with a range of skills and backgrounds to work together on specific issues facing low-income renters, youth of color, taxi drivers and plant nursery workers in Miami.

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Author Event: Carl Hiaasen 9/23/14

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Author Event: Carl Hiaasen
Tuesday, 09/23/2014 – 07:00 pm –
Carl HiaasenTemple Judea
5500 Granada Blvd.,
Coral Gables, Florida 33146
More Info Link
Cost: Book Purchase = Entry for 2

Carl Hiaasen has been writing about Florida since his father gave him a typewriter at age 6. Now Hiaasen writes a column for the Miami Herald and is the author of many bestselling novels, like Hoot, Star Island and Bad Monkey. The #1 New York Times bestselling author is now serving up his unique brand of swamp-justice in Skink—No Surrender.

You’ll receive a voucher once you purchase the novel ($18.99) at any B&B location. This voucher serves as entry for 2 people to the talk and book signing.

Global Commerce: Trends that are changing logistics and the world supply chain 8/21/14

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Global Commerce: Trends that are changing logistics and the world supply chain
Thursday, 08/21/2014 – 11:30 am – 01:30 pm
Flagler Station Building 34
9290 NW 112th Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33178
Webpage Link
Cost: $40

From super-freighters to sophisticated multi-modal facilities to bigger, taller, deeper warehouse facilities, how global goods are getting from the original source to the end consumer continues to undergo a seismic shift. This NAIOP event will bring together the developers, logistics experts and transportation visionaries that are leading this worldwide transformation, which is bringing new opportunities across South Florida’s industrial shores.

Photographs of Life Is Art presents Art/Work Connections Seminar 22: Contract Negotiation for Artists with RKE Law Group on 8/12/14

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Life Is Art  presents Art/Work Connections Seminar 22: Contract Negotiation for Artists with RKE Law Group at Kroma Gallery on Tuesday, August 12, 2014.  Art/Work Connections is a monthly series of seminars presented by Life Is Art featuring business professionals speaking on a variety of topics vital to the success of working artists. This month we covered  Understanding Grants for Artist.

About RKE Law Group
RKE Law Group, an all woman law firm serving South Florida, helps entrepreneurs, innovators, and creatives safeguard their businesses and ideas using cutting edge legal strategies that will minimize risk, guard cash flow, and protect their intellectual property. RKE was founded by attorneys, Monica Reyes, Alexandra Kontos, and Lisa Ehrenreich.

About Kroma
A new collective art space located on Grand Avenue in the heart of Coconut Grove consisting of 18 artists studios and a communal gallery space. KROMA’s mission is to serve as an affordable, contemporary space for artists, whose creative output will contribute to connecting the spirits of Coconut Grove’s rich past, present and future.

About the Art/Work Connections Program
The Art/Work Connections program is a monthly series of business seminars held at galleries and art spaces around South Florida targeted at artists and those working in the arts. Everyone is welcome and can benefit from them. Business professionals are brought in to cover a wide variety of topics including health care, financial planning, contract negotiation, copyright law, portfolio development, social media, marketing and much more.

About Life Is Art, Inc.
Life Is Art is a Florida-based 501(c)3 non-profit corporation dedicated to creating positive change in the community with the arts and culture through events and education. We give South Florida artists and civic leaders the tools to thrive and grow, while enhancing the lives of those living in our area.

Next month Art/Work Connections on  Financial Planning for Artists with Zak Mann is September 16 at Bakehouse Art Complex so save the date!

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Free Legal Panel: Top 10 IP Issues for Startups – Trademark, Copyright & Patents 8/12/14

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Free Legal Panel: Top 10 IP Issues for Startups – Trademark, Copyright & Patents
Tuesday, 08/12/2014 – 06:00 pm – 08:00 pm
Venture-Law-ProjectThe LAB Miami
400 NW 26th St,
Miami, Florida 33127
Eventbrite Link
Cost: Free

What protections can a Trademark, Copyright or Patent offer a starting business? What are the differences and benefits of each?

Hear from prominent Intellectual Property attorneys – Jaime Rich Vining and Mark Stein – about how to tell a Copyright from a Patent or a Trademark and how each of these can help protect your startup business! They will also cover trade secrets and employment agreements.

Also learn how to stay out others’ space and avoid potential infringement claims!

MANO Fine Art pesents A Conversation with the Artists 8/9/14

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MANO Fine Art pesents A Conversation with the Artists
Saturday, 08/09/2014 – 04:00 pm – 06:30 pm
A-Conversation-with-the-ArtistsMANO Fine Art Project Space
4225 SW 75 Ave (2nd Flr),
Miami, Florida 33155
Facebook Link
Cost: Free

Long Looi Lee was well on his way to becoming an opera singer when he received a scholarship to the Pratt Institute in New York. More than forty years later, Lee continues to incorporate elements of his Asian heritage in his work. Painting koi is both nostalgic and inspiring for Marcy Grosso who recalls feeding the fish in her family’s koi pond flakes of oatmeal when fish food was no longer available in Cuba. MANO is passionate about incorporating unlikely materials in his art; ordinary jute and tree trunks are transformed into extraordinary works for Allegories of the Koi Moon. View the exhibit, meet the artists and learn more about their work on Saturday, August 9th.

Seating is limited
RSVP suggested: info@manofineart.com

Join us also on
August 16th | 7-10 pm
Closing Reception for “Allegories of the Koi Moon” during the Bird Road Art Walk.

Holistic Aromatherapy Workshop 7/7/14

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Holistic Aromatherapy Workshop
Thursday, 08/07/2014 – 11:00 am – 01:30 am
aroma-seminars2Beauty Schools of America South Beach
1011 Fifth Street,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
Facebook Link
Cost: $50.00

Purpose:
To provide the ultimate educational hands-on experience to students of skin care, nail technician, full specialist, massage, spa therapy, cosmetology, make-up, barber and electrolysis programs as well as to the public.

Objectives:
1. Name the plants, herbs, flowers, leaves and fruits that are the source of aromatherapy oils
2. Learn about the therapeutic effects of essential oils on the body, mind and spirit.
3. Identify the safety precautions and contraindications of aromatherapy.
4. Select and blend different essential oils for body products and diffusers.
5. Create personalized synergistic blends such as lotion, face, hair or body oil and salt scrub.

Attendees will receive:
1. Handout with detailed information about essential oils and instruction on how to use them
2. 1 jar of aromatherapy lotion and 1 bottle of aromatherapy oil blend
3. Certificate of attendance

Workshop Campus Tour:
August 7 at South Beach
August 21 at Homestead
September 5 at North Miami Beach

Cost of Workshop: $50.00

About the Speaker:
Veronika Chao has been passionate practitioner of aromatherapy for ten years. She worked in various luxury spas in Miami where she received extensive training in aromatherapy and holistic spa therapies. She has used products of many exclusive face and body lines such as Sonya Dakar, E’SPA, and Aromatherapy Associates. Mrs. Chao enjoys creating personalized aromatherapy blends for massage, skin care and in room diffusers and utilizes them on daily basis.

Florida Department of Cultural Affairs Discussion and Listening Session 8/6/14

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Florida Department of Cultural Affairs Discussion and Listening Session
Wednesday August 6, 2014 from 9 AM to 10 AM
521Light Box at Goldman Warehouse
404 Northwest 26th Street
Miami, FL 33127
If you plan to attend, please RSVP by e-mailing: ivonne@miamilightproject.com

The Florida Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs is preparing a new strategic plan to better serve the arts and cultural community in Florida. Make sure your voice is heard by participating in an upcoming discussion and listening session!

What is the most important thing the Division of Cultural Affairs can do to advance the value of arts and culture in Florida?
What kind of information do you want or need from the Division?
How would you describe a healthy arts and cultural community?
Why is arts and culture an important factor in evaluating you community’s quality of life?
Why is arts and culture an important driver to strengthening Florida’s economy?
What is the role of arts and culture in Florida in enhancing Education?
What is the role of arts and culture in Florida’s tourism industry?

During the small group session, we will respond to questions provided by the Florida Division of Cultural Affairs and a summary of each stakeholder group’s perspectives and comments will be submitted to the state for use during the strategic planning process.

Mastering Your Mental Experience Retreat 8/30/14

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Mastering Your Mental Experience Retreat
Saturday, 08/30/2014 – 08/30/2014 07:00 am – 04:00 pm
Mastering-Mental-RetreatPamuya Healing Santuary
298 NE 87th Street,
Miami, Florida 33138
Eventbrite Link
Cost: 100.00

Mastering Your Mental Experience Retreat

Many people in the world have a belief in a Supreme Deity. The desire for the divine and the promises it holds for many involves a large divergence in neurological processes and behaviors from ones upbringing or surrounding environment. Many people will adhere to particular doctrines, prayers, supplications and other religious practices; others have a strong sense that they are part of a greater universal experience. However, no matter what the experience; all religious and spiritual paths are mediated by the brain. This one day retreat was created to help enhance your thoughts through the understanding of how the mind works and how you can master it; your mentality can create your reality.

7AM — Breakfast

* Fruits and juices made to awaken/brighten spirit and energize the mind, along with a serving of banana, dates & nuts smoothie. Coconut water at leasure throughout the day.

* BANANA – The vitamins, minerals and amino acids in bananas play a role in keeping your brain functioning at its optimal level. Bananas help overcome depression due to high levels of tryptophan, which is converted into serotonin — the happy-mood brain neurotransmitter. Bananas supply potassium to the brain, helping to keep oxygen levels normalized and also promoting strong signals between cells.

* NUTS – Any type of nut or seed you can think of, are good for your brain. Nuts and seeds are full of Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids, as well as folate, vitamin E, and vitamin B6. All of these nutrients allow you to think more clearly. They also help you think more positively, because Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids work as natural antidepressants. Some seeds and nuts are also full of thiamine and magnesium, which are great for memory, cognitive function, and brain nourishment.

* DATES – Dates contain a brain booster. Each little date contains over two milligrams of choline, a B vitamin that’s a component in acetylcholine, the memory neurotransmitter. Higher choline intake is associated with better memory and learning, making it a key nutrient for children and older adults at risk for Alzheimer’s.

* PURE COCONUT WATER – Helps Keep You Hydrated . Coconut supports immune system function by helping the body to defend itself against a slew of viruses and bacteria. Its greatest role supports brain function, keeping it healthy and thriving into our golden years. The coconut tree, coconut palm is the Tree of Life. and with good reason. The best water to drink is pure coconut water never processed. It is an excellent, super hydrating alternative to water because of its high electrolyte content, the minerals vital for bodily functions such as muscle movement, brain operation and nerve transmission.

8AM — Guided Meditation – Morning Salutation

Guided meditations help you to achieve a state of deep inner stillness, so that your mind can be cleared of clutter and unwanted thoughts, and then filled with vivid visualization experiences that effect positive personal changes.

8:30AM — Morning Yoga by Fabienne Claude
A certified and insured yoga instructor; Goal is to guide people in a powerful stress relief practice using graceful flows and attention to breath; the release of mind clutter through guided intention settings. Will lead individuals towards a degree level of physical endurance while implying mind and stress healing techniques through the connection of the mind, body, and spirit.

9:30AM — Energy Exchange (meet and interact with all the participants)

10AM — Demonstration and sampling of herbs and roots
EARTH FOODS BRAIN FOOD by Baba Pearsun

11AM — PART 1 – THE BRAIN, THE MIND AND SPIRITUALITY
by Neuropsychologist Dr. Jeheudi Mes Onyemachi Vuai

This will explore issues that will address the following: What is the brain? What is the mind? What is spirituality? Is there a “God spot in the brain? What is meant by “spiritual” experiences? What is the soul? These and other questions will be addressed to help individuals find answers that will promote their own personal experiences. The lecture will be composed of two distinct components as follows: Part I will cover the basics of neuroanatomy that will lay the foundation of the topic. . Part II will discuss the seven circuits of the brain and how spiritual experiences are produced by a complex network of brain networks. It will also discuss how the “mind” is produced by the brain.

Jeheudi Mes Onyemachi Vuai is adjunct professor of Counseling and School Psychology at Barry University. He works in the Division of Traumatic Brain and Spinal Cord Injury, Department of Psychological Services for the Miami-Dade Public Schools. He is both a neuropsychologist and school psychologist and holds the Diplomate in School Neuropsychology from the American Board of School Neuropsychology. He is current President of the Dade Association of School Psychologists. He is author of books “Gray Matter Matters: Reflections on Child Brain Injury and Erroneous Educational Practices” (2012); and “Misbehaving Brains: Essays on Good Children who do Bad Things in School” (in press, 2014). He has trained approximately 60 psychology students, many of whom pursued degrees in medicine and neuropsychology.

12PM — Full meal nutritional food served

12:45PM — Chi Gong – By Jonathan Moore of Lotus In Hand Therapy

Rewire your brain with Qigong. Qi Gong gives the student an inner awareness of their mental nervous system with simple, natural, and easy-to-learn exercises that have a profound effect on mental health. Breath control combined with our movements increase the sensation, and ultimately give the student control over their bodies in ways they never thought.

1:30PM — PART 2 – THE BRAIN, THE MIND AND SPIRITUALITY
by Neuropsychologist Dr. Jeheudi Mes Onyemachi Vuai

2:30PM — Chakra Healing – Mantra/Meditation/Mind Over Matter Affirmations

Meditation is a workout for your mind and spirit. Chakra healing from meditation can result in greater self-compassion and self-love, which will then allow you to push forward in the mind healing process. The ultimate goal is to raise the kundalini energy from the base of your spine out through the crown of your head. It is an amazing blast of pure white energy that channels up from the earth, shoots along your spine and connects you to the universal heavens.

3PM — Breakthrough Group Discussion

4PM — Leave with sponsored nutritional items, alkaline water, and gifts
from
Go Green Fashionista and Mother Earths Healing

Naturally alkaline water contains the alkaline minerals the body needs to combat acidity. Alkaline water contributes to an alkaline body which is as it should be. The consumption of alkaline water improves the immunity of the person and prevents a person from chronic cellular dehydration.

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Photographs of Pechakucha at Bakehouse Art Complex on 7/24/14

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Pechakucha Miami at Bakehouse Art Complex on Thursday July 24, 2014.

What is PechaKucha 20×20? – PechaKucha 20×20 is a simple presentation format where you show 20 images, each for 20 seconds. The images advance automatically and you talk along to the images.

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Life Is Art presents Art/Work Connections Seminar 22: Contract Negotiation for Artists with RKE Law Group 8/12/14

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Life Is Art presents Art/Work Connections Seminar 22: Contract Negotiation for Artists with RKE Law Group
Tuesday, August 12, 6:30pm-9:00pm
AWC22-FlyerWebKroma Gallery
3670 Grand Ave
Miami, FL 33133, Map
Tickets $10 at the door (scholarships available)
Please pre-register
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Subject: Contracts and other Legal Issues for Artists
Speaker: RKE Law Group
Monica Reyes, Alexandra Kontos, and Lisa Ehrenreich

Schedule:
6:30-7:00, Registration
7:00-8:00, Seminar
8:00-9:00, Q&A Social Hour
Hashtag #ArtWorkCon

Art/Work Connections is a monthly series of seminars presented by Life Is Art featuring business professionals speaking on a variety of topics vital to the success of working artists. This month we are covering a subject that causes many problems for artists, contract negotiation. We know that many artists have gotten ripped off at various times. Many of these situations could be avoided with just simple agreements.

Most artists have no training in legal issues and often struggle in understanding complex contracts. Many artists do things without any sort of contract, opening themselves up to fraud and theft. Come learn how to how to read a contract and create the proper language to safeguard your rights. We will break this down and make it easy for everyone!

About Kroma
A new collective art space located on Grand Avenue in the heart of Coconut Grove consisting of 18 artists studios and a communal gallery space. KROMA’s mission is to serve as an affordable, contemporary space for artists, whose creative output will contribute to connecting the spirits of Coconut Grove’s rich past, present and future.

About RKE Law Group
RKE Law Group, an all woman law firm serving South Florida, helps entrepreneurs, innovators, and creatives safeguard their businesses and ideas using cutting edge legal strategies that will minimize risk, guard cash flow, and protect their intellectual property. RKE was founded by attorneys, Monica Reyes, Alexandra Kontos, and Lisa Ehrenreich.

About the Art/Work Connections Program
The Art/Work Connections program is a monthly series of business seminars held at galleries and art spaces around South Florida targeted at artists and those working in the arts. Everyone is welcome and can benefit from them. Business professionals are brought in to cover a wide variety of topics including health care, financial planning, contract negotiation, copyright law, portfolio development, social media, marketing and much more.

About Life Is Art, Inc.
Life Is Art is a Florida-based 501(c)3 non-profit corporation dedicated to creating positive change in the community with the arts and culture through events and education. We give South Florida artists and civic leaders the tools to thrive and grow, while enhancing the lives of those living in our area.

Planet Kitchen Food and Wellness Tour

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Planet Kitchen celebrated its maiden voyage of its Planet Kitchen Healthy Organic Food, Drink and Wellness Tour, highlighting a growing trend towards healthy and sustainable living in South Florida. It also showcased local farms, markets, restaurants and businesses who make real food and drinks to heal us naturally from the inside out. 

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We started our tour at Trio Studio, located in between Wynwood & the Design District (Midtown) in Miami. There we had a wonderful grounding meditation to start our journey followed by  an awesome demonstration of Budokon Yoga, AcroYoga, and Aerial Yoga.   Tour participants had an opportunity to get in on the action and try out AcroYoga for themselves.  It was really beautiful to participate and watch.

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Afterwards, the folks at Sambazon shared a refreshing fruit, mint and frozen acai concoction called an “acai bowl.”  This superfood charged treat is also non-GMO, Fair Trade and b-certified. We enjoyed it so much, we purchased a bottle that same week.  I’m sure it will be a permanent part of our refrigerator as we support conscious companies and healthy nutrition.  Continue reading “Planet Kitchen Food and Wellness Tour” →

Free Legal Corporate Entity Workshop 7/30/14

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Free Legal Corporate Entity Workshop
Wednesday, 07/30/2014 – 03:30 pm – 05:30 pm
VLP-LOGO-TMMiami Entrepreneurship Center (MEC261)
261 NE 1st Street,
Miami, Florida 33132
RSVP Link
Cost: Free

Which Corporate Entity is Right for your Startup Business?
Work directly with entrepreneurial development attorneys through a formation checklist to determine where, how, and in what state to incorporate. We will highlight partnerships, LLCs, corporations, and how to convert a registered entity along with the filing documents you will need, such as bylaws, operating agreements, and a certificate of incorporation.
We will cover the following key agreements: Stock Purchase Agreements/Stock Certificates, Indemnification Agreements, Confidentiality and Invention Assignment Agreement, Buy/Sell, and more!

Please email AJUCHAWSKI@DADELEGALAID.ORG with any questions.

Meet the attorneys – http://www.rkelawgroup.com/Attorneys

RSVP at http://prosimity.com/events/102/ and start networking before the event starts.

Massage Therapy Seminar 7/21/14

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Massage Therapy Seminar
Sunday, 07/21/2014 – 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
MassageTherapyHypnologistBeauty Schools of America – Hialeah campus
1060 W 49 Street,
Miami, Florida 33012
Facebook Link
Cost: Free

Beauty Schools of America’s Massage Therapy Program invites general public to free seminar!

Monday, July 21, 2014
11:00AM — 12:00PM
Hialeah Campus: 1060 W 49 STREET, Hialeah, Florida, 33012

with Special Guest:
Orlando Bueno, orlandobueno.com

Master Behavior Therapist; Hypnologist:
A free seminar that will highlight skills to increase memory,visualization vs. fear, and energy work.

Dr. Camilo Cruz – Arquitectura del Éxito 7/23/14

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Dr. Camilo Cruz – Arquitectura del Éxito
Wednesday, 07/23/2014 – 08:00 pm –
OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERABooks and Books
265 Aragon Avenue,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
More Info Link
Cost: Free

El éxito de cualquier negocio es simplemente el reflejo de el éxito, actitud y liderazgo de las personas que lo conforman. Basado en esta premisa, este libro nos plantea un gran interrogante: ¿Es posible desarrollar un plan de éxito para nuestro proyecto de vida empleando la misma metodología que utilizaría un arquitecto para trazar los planos de un edificio? El Dr. Camilo Cruz no sólo cree que es posible y beneficioso diseñarlo, sino que en esta nueva obra nos enseña cómo hacerlo.

Photographs of Life Is Art presents Art/Work Connections #21 Understanding Grants for Artist with Joshua Kingston at Eleazar Delgado Studio on 7/15/14

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Life Is Art  presents Art/Work Connections #21: Understanding Grants for Artist with Joshua Kingston at Eleazar Delgado Studio Tuesday, July 15, 2014. Art/Work Connections is a monthly series of seminars presented by Life Is Art featuring business professionals speaking on a variety of topics vital to the success of working artists. This month we covered  Understanding Grants for Artist.

About Joshua Kingston:
Joshua Kingston was raised in a military family, moving often and quickly learned to adapt and connect with people. He studied Theater, Music and Literature in college and has worked as a Vet Tech and a Software Developer before settling in to his true calling, writing. Always feeling the need to have more knowledge, he went back to school to obtain a Masters in Theology.

Today, he writes helps artists verbalize their art into statements and galleries develop catalog material while his passion is the challenge of grant writing for both individual artists, projects, and small/mid-sized Arts organizations.

About Eleazar Delgado Studio:
Originally conceived at our home, Eleazar Delgado Studio has always been the artist’s creative space. The idea grew into a gathering place for our friends, mostly artists in their own rights, to showcase their current work and preview concepts. We made it official in 2010 when we opened a public space in Wynwood. Today in addition to being Eleazar’s personal art studio, we host local talents and leaders who need a professional environment to showcase, educate, and enrich the community at large.

About the Art/Work Connections Program
The Art/Work Connections program is a monthly series of business seminars held at galleries and art spaces around South Florida targeted at artists and those working in the arts. Everyone is welcome and can benefit from them. Business professionals are brought in to cover a wide variety of topics including health care, financial planning, contract negotiation, copyright law, portfolio development, social media, marketing and much more.

About Life Is Art, Inc.
Life Is Art is a Florida-based 501(c)3 non-profit corporation dedicated to creating positive change in the community with the arts and culture through events and education. We give South Florida artists and civic leaders the tools to thrive and grow, while enhancing the lives of those living in our area.

Next month Art/Work Connections on Contract Negotiation with RKE Law Group is August 12 at Kroma so save the date!

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La vuelta al mundo de Julio Cortázar – Luis Yslas 7/30/14

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La vuelta al mundo de Julio Cortázar – Luis Yslas
Wednesday, 07/30/2014 – 08/02/2014 06:30 pm – 09:30 pm
luisBooks and Books
265 Aragon Avenue,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
More Info Link
Cost: $100

El Grupo de Lectura en Español presenta un curso especial en Books & Books dictado por Luis Yslas Prado sobre la vuelta al mundo de Julio Cortázar. Compuesto de 4 sesiones, el curso se ofrece como una suerte de recorrido por las facetas más representativas de la obra del autor argentino.

Sesiones:
1. mi̩rcoles 30 de julio, 6:30 Р9:30 pm
2. jueves 31 de julio, 6:30 – 9:30 pm
3. viernes 1o de agosto, 6:30 – 9:30 pm
4. sábado 2 de agosto, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm

El costo del curso será de $100.

Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts Event 8/13/14

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Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts Event
vlamiaAugust 13, 5:30pm-8:00pm
Miami Center for Architecture & Design
100 NE 1st Avenue
Miami, FL 33132
Register Online

Are you an Artist, Creative or Arts Executive with a legal question? We have Attorneys ready to help! Calling all creatives for an evening dedicated to getting you the legal advice you need. Mix and mingle with the legal & creative community.

One to One Consultations:
Intellectual, Property Copyright, Trademark, Contracts, Licensing Agreements, Unfair Use Bylaws & Articles, Starting a NonProfit l 501(c)3

Who Should Attend:
Artists, Cultural Organizations, Film, Writers, Composers, Playwrights, Architects, Actors, Graphic Designers, Choreographers, Dancers, Digital Designers, Musicians, Techies and Creatives

Femfessionals July Signature Connection Luncheon 7/17/14

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Femfessionals July Signature Connection Luncheon
Thursday, 07/17/2014 – 12:00 pm – 02:00 pm
Bimini Boatyard
1555 SE 17th St.,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33316
Webpage Link
Cost: $35 for members; $50 for non-members

The 5 Laws of the Superwoman! Teana King-McDonald, founder of 3E Connections and Allyson Tomchin, LCSW, founder of Directive Energy are lively and entertaining as they navigate us through the challenging waters of being a Superwoman by discussing guilt, balance, rejection, laughter, and risk.

Femfessionals August Signature Connection Luncheon 8/19/14

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Femfessionals August Signature Connection Luncheon
Tuesday, 08/19/2014 – 12:00 pm – 02:00 pm
S3 Restaurant at The Hilton Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort
505 N. Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd.,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33304
Webpage Link
Cost: $35 for members; $50 for non-members

Five Ways to Turn Your Mission Into An Irresistible Brand: Alexandra Figueredo, founder of the Mission-Based Branding Institute gives us her top tips for business branding.

Femfessionals September Signature Connection Luncheon 9/19/14

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Femfessionals September Signature Connection Luncheon
Friday, 09/19/2014 – 12:00 pm – 02:00 pm
Beauty & The Feast at The Atlantic Hotel & Spa
601 N. Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd.,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33304
Webpage Link
Cost: $35 for members; $50 for non-members

Business Formation 101: Jami Haggerty, Esq. presents Business Formation 101: An Overview of the Various Business Entities, Pros and Cons of Each, Basic Filings/Docs that Every Business Owner Should Have in Place.

JusticeHack 8/1/14-8/2/14

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JusticeHack
justicehackFriday, August 1 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Saturday, August 2 09:30am – 04:00pm
LAB Miami
400 NW 26th St
Miami, FL

Our city is in an exciting moment of growth and evolution. The conversation about Miami’s future has never been more active, but we’re not yet having it together, as one community. Many groups are locked in silos or feel left out of the wave of innovation and creative energy surging through the city. To build a vibrant and successful place, we need the perspective and participation of all people who live here—the rich and the not-rich, the young and the not-young, the urban and the rural; Miamians of every race, creed, background and experience.

How can we work together to ensure that all of our neighbors have a hand in shaping our collective future? Join us for a 1.5 day creative workshop on Aug 1-2 at The LAB Miami.

On the evening of Friday, Aug 1, we’ll host an opening kick-off reception in which we will lay the groundwork for the workshop the following day. Miamians of many backgrounds—from taxi drivers to youth—will creatively present stories to illustrate their lived experiences surviving in Miami’s current economic and social landscape. We will come back on Saturday, Aug 2 for a day of discussion and creativity as we work in small groups across disciplines—design, law, art, activism, technology, social enterprise—to generate concrete ideas responding to those challenges in order to make Miami’s future more inclusive.
People from every place, expertise and experience are invited to attend (writ: design thinkers, social entrepreneurs, artists, technologists, lawyers, community members excited to ideate!). The kickoff and workshop are free and food and drink will be served. Register here and indicate your background to be place on a team today!

See you then!
–Community Justice Project-FLS, Bertha Justice Institute at the Center for Constitutional Rights, Bertha Foundation and WhereBy.Us

encaustiCon 2014 9/10/14 – 10/12/14

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encaustiCon 2014
Friday, 10/09/2014 – 10/12/2014 09:00 am – 07:00 pm
MiamiMeltHeaderMiami Hilton Airport Hotel
5101 Blue Lagoon Dr,
Miami, Florida 33126
Webpage Link
Cost: 395

encaustiCon® 2014 Miami Melt – Color, Culture, Caliente October 9-14 Miami, FL

International Encaustic Artists presents encaustCon® 2014 – Miami Melt; taking place at the Miami Airport Hilton, Florida from October 7-14, 2014. IEA invites all artists who are passionate about bringing contemporary vision to an ancient medium to explore this year’s workshop and lecture offerings.

IEA is pleased to welcome Francisco Benitez as the Keynote Speaker on October 10th 2014 at 12 noon. Mr. Benitez will offer a 3-day pre-conference workshop on figurative painting. He will also be available for consultations throughout the conference. Benitez’ work is in numerous collections around the world and he lectures on paintings from the Baroque Period.

The Audrey Love Gallery at the Bakehouse Art Complex will be this year’s setting for IEA’s Juried Themed Art Show “The Devil in the Straight Line” inspired by Austrian artist Freidensreich Hundertwasser. Florida based German artist and FAU educator Henning Haupt will be this year’s judge. The show is open to all artists working in the medium of encaustic.

The call to artists is located on our website www.international-encaustic-artists.org
Attendees are invited to enroll in hands-on workshops that incorporate fiber arts, photography and collage to incorporate into their encaustic works. From beginning, emerging and professional artists, all are welcome. Day passes are also available to high school and college art students.

Vendors who specialize in encaustic art supplies will on-site during encaustiCon®. Encaustic medium, specialty papers and other supplies will be available for purchase.
The International Encaustic Artists (IEA) is a non-profit, professional artists’ organization that seeks to raise the level of excellence in fine art encaustic work by providing a global information exchange and by raising interest about encaustic in the art world and with the general public.

Sign up for encaustiCon® is available on our website. For additional information contact – Melissa Lackman at encausticon@gmail.com

Are You Looking To Get The Most Out Of Your Business? 8/1/14

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Are You Looking To Get The Most Out Of Your Business?
Friday, 08/01/2014 – 01:00 pm – 05:00 pm
actioncoach_logo_newThe Offices at the Biltmore Hotel
1200 Anastasia Ave, Suite 100,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Webpage Link
Cost: $179.00

Does Your Business Model truly generate the most efficient and profitable enterprise that you can achieve?

Understanding How to Design and Test Business Models Is the Most Valuable Tool a CEO Can Have to Thrive in the New Economy. Would You Like The Local Experts From ActionCOACH to Help You with That?

In this value packed workshop you will discover …

– The secret benefit of defining your business model completely.
– The hidden gold in being able to describe your business model so that you and others can understand it.
-The treasure in designing and testing various business models to find the most effective one for you and your business now and for the future.

The experts agree. In a recent article by Geoff Colvin, senior editor at large for Fortune Magazine, entitled “Your Business Model is Obsolete,” he makes this assertion: Everything you think you know about staying competitive doesn’t work anymore. The most crucial competency for every business today is the innovation of their business model. The new fundamental question, the greater challenge, is in the question “How can we make money?” This question is proving even more significant than the product or service innovation conversation that has dominated the business arena for several years. Colvin warns that even if your business model is working right now it won’t be for long.

He states “several forces are combining to shred business models economy wide.” He cites information technology and its effect on every information based business, as a key factor. The scope and power of information technology allows most businesses to change and adapt easier and faster. It also multiplies the speed and power of other trends, such as the rise of emerging markets, the growing economic role of governments, and changing consumer tastes. Business Management Expert, Peter Drucker noted that “sloughing off yesterday” is almost impossibly difficult, yet every organization must get used to doing it regularly. The largest obstacles will be weak imaginations, threatened interests, and culture. Business-model innovation is the new essential competency. It will separate tomorrow’s winners from the losers.

Swimwear Association of Florida Presents PeclersParis Seminar: Spring/Summer 2016 Colors and Influences 7/19/14

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Swimwear Association of Florida Presents PeclersParis Seminar: Spring/Summer 2016 Colors and Influences
Saturday, 07/19/2014 – 12:30 pm – 01:30 pm
1453289_10152336051407345_1480250924_nMiami Beach Convention Center
1901 Convention Center Dr,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
Webpage Link
Cost: 0

Always on the cutting edge of industry insight and information, SwimShow, the most prestigious, longest-running and largest event in the industry has teamed with PeclersParis, the world’s the leading trend, style, and innovation consulting agency, to provide a comprehensive future analysis that will provide designers and buyers the vital advantage of an insider perspective.

PeclersParis deciphers the key influences for Spring/Summer 2016 and translates them into creative scenarios facilitating new product development through the season’s key color, textures, prints, surfaces, and innovation techniques inspiring all markets.

Swimwear Association of Florida Presents PeclersParis Seminar: Spring/Summer 2016 Colors and Influences 7/21/14

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Swimwear Association of Florida Presents PeclersParis Seminar: Spring/Summer 2016 Colors and Influences
Monday, 07/21/2014 – 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
1453289_10152336051407345_1480250924_n1Miami Beach Convention Center
1901 Convention Center Dr,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
Webpage Link
Cost: 0

Always on the cutting edge of industry insight and information, SwimShow, the most prestigious, longest-running and largest event in the industry has teamed with PeclersParis, the world’s the leading trend, style, and innovation consulting agency, to provide a comprehensive future analysis that will provide designers and buyers the vital advantage of an insider perspective.

PeclersParis deciphers the key influences for Spring/Summer 2016 and translates them into creative scenarios facilitating new product development through the season’s key color, textures, prints, surfaces, and innovation techniques inspiring all markets.

Open Creativity Workshop 7/16/14

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Open Creativity Workshop
Wednesday, 07/16/2014 – 06:00 pm – 09:00 pm
opencreativityinstagramMiami Center for Architecture and Design
100 NE 1st Ave,
Miami, Florida 33132
RSVP Link
Cost: Free

How might we design more participatory creative moments in Miami? Join us for a community conversation and brainstorm.

Miami’s art community is growing and changing every day, helping to build a more vibrant and expressive city. Yet for many of us, our experience with that community is mostly one-way interactions, as audience or viewer or supporter. Participatory art invites people to join in the process of creating a work—whether it’s painting, performance or experiment—and can transform people’s ideas of art and their relationship with the local artistic community.

Join the Arts and Business Council of Miami and WhereBy.Us for an evening of inspiration and community creativity as we brainstorm ideas for building participatory artistic experiences in our city. We’ll hear lightning talks from local artists, innovators and creators, and then break into small groups to create new ideas we might build together. The most promising ideas will be eligible for small funding that can help make them happen.

Food, drink and live music will be on hand. Food and drink begin at 6pm; speakers start at 6:30; our brainstorm starts at 7:15. Anyone and everyone is welcome.

We look forward to seeing you!

SPEAKERS

Chris Barr, Artist / Journalism and Media Innovation Program Associate for Knight Foundation

Melody Santiago Cummings, Director of Operations for O, Miami Poetry Festival

Rayna Davis, Director of Audience Development for New World Symphony

KE Diet Open House 7/10/14

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KE Diet Open House
Thursday, 07/10/2014 – 07/10/2014 04:30 pm – 06:00 pm
5x7-01KE Diet Miami Office
1045 95th Street, Suite 300,
Bay Harbor Islands, Florida 33154
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

If you’ve been wanting to take the first step towards a healthier lifestyle, the KE Diet Open House is the perfect way to kickstart your weight loss goals. Learn about this new, effective weight loss therapy that is brought to you by board certified physician, Dr. Oliver Di Pietro. Physicians will be able to answer your questions about the KE Diet, plus a $300 raffle good towards a 10-day KE Diet.

One Community One Goal Update to the Community 7/23/14

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ocogOne Community One Goal Update to the Community
July 23, 8am
Miami Dade College Wolfson Campus Chapman Center
300 NE Second Avenue
Miami FL 33132
Registration begins at 8 a.m.
RSVP by July 21.
Seating is limited.

Join us for The Beacon Council One Community One Goal Update to the Community event.
Contact Joe Hovancak for sponsorship opportunities.

New Leaders Taskforce Why Miami event 7/23/14

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New Leaders Taskforce “Why Miami?” event
Wednesday, July 23, 5 p.m.
FIU Downtown on Brickell
Panel Discussion North Tower RM 235
Cocktail Reception- North Tower 19th Floor
1101 Brickell Avenue
Miami, FL 33131
Members $20, non-members $25.
Pre-registration required

The Beacon Council invites you to New Leaders Taskforce-Why Miami?
5 PM- Registration/Networking
5:30 PM- Program Begins
7-8 PM- Cocktail Reception

Join us for The Beacon Council New Leaders Taskforce “Why Miami?” event at FIU’s Brickell campus with keynote speaker Alexandra Villoch, President & Publisher of the Miami Herald Media Company. The event includes a panel discussion moderated by Matt Haggman, Miami Program Director at the Knight Foundation.
You must RSVP online to attend. Click here for driving/parking directions.

Photographs of Social Media Day Miami 2014 at Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts on 6/29/14

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Social Media Day Miami 2014 at the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts on Sunday, June 29, 2014.  What a wonderful turn out. This years Social Media Day had many of Miami’s top social media influencers together to produce a one day conference. This was the 5th anniversary since Mashable started the event to recognize social media in all its forms. Miami has been building a strong social media community and it was great to see so many come together during this event.

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Pecha Kucha Miami 20×20 at Bakehouse 7/23/14

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Pecha Kucha Miami
July 23, 2014, 7:00pm – 9:00pm
Bakehouse Art Complex
561 NW 32nd Street
Miami Florida 33127
Online Registration

Resilience is that ineffable quality that allows some people to be knocked down by life and come back stronger than ever. Rather than letting failure overcome them and drain their resolve, they find a way to rise from the ashes. Psychologists have identified some of the factors that make someone resilient, among them a positive attitude, optimism, the ability to regulate emotions, and the ability to see failure as a form of helpful feedback. Even after a misfortune, blessed with such an outlook, resilient people are able to change course and soldier on.

Chilean Wine Seminar and Tasting Hosted by ProChile in Brickell

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Yesterday evening, the ProChile Trade Commission in Miami hosted a Chilean Wine Seminar and tasting at the Conrad Hotel in Brickell. Chilean Winemaker Santiago Margozzini from Montgras Estates and Master Sommelier Fred Dexheimer conducted an educational presentation titled Chile: Land of Diversity and a Paradise for Viticulture. My wife and I arrived (on time) to a beautifully presented room set up to accommodate 60 or more guests interested in this stop in ProChile’s Chilean Wine Tour.

Santiago went through a slide presentation that highlighted just how diverse a country Chile really is, from the temperature to the rainfall to the geographic landscape to the soil. All of those factors have an extremely important impact on the country’s 16 wine-growing regions. And though diverse, the climate and isolation of the country is ideal for growing grapes. In addition to gentle winters and moderate summers, the lack of phylloxera, hail and bird attacks also contributes to the success of Chile’s growth in wine making over the past several decades. Twenty years ago, there were seven wine regions; today there are 16. Santiago explained that though it took some convincing, the regions are now classified in three groups based on the characteristics of the wines. That was done so wine makers could easily speak about their wines in such a way that would help promote their vineyards in a meaningful way. Those classifications are Costa, Entre Cordilleras, and Andes.

That’s when we began tasting the eight different wines in front of us, each chosen to represent the different viticulture regions of Chile. Santiago and Fred both led the tasting, speaking about the wineries and characteristics of each wine and how it was made. We started with a Sauvignon Blanc from Siegel made in the coastal area of Leyda. It was explained that the cold temperatures from the Pacific Ocean were key to growing this grape to perfection. Sauvignon Blanc is the #1 exported grape variety from Chile.

 

We were then asked to compare two different coastal Pinot Noirs from Valdivieso and Tabali. While I’m not exactly a wine expert, it was not difficult to see and taste the differences. Fred explained that one of the areas had more variations in temperature and wind than the other. In addition, the soils in the two regions are very different and impart different characteristics to the wines. So same grape but different outcomes.  Pretty cool!

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Fred continued “geeking out” on soil as we tried a Cabernet Sauvignon blend from Morande, grown in the “alluvial” soil of Maipo, representative of the foothills of the Andes. We were then given a Cabernet Sauvignon/Malbec blend from Viu Manent which sparked a little comparison to the Malbecs of Argentina. We were told that some of the best Malbecs in the world come from this Chilean region called the Colchagua Valley. However, these wines are very different than what you would find in neighboring Argentina as the climate and soil and age of their vines are not the same.

Finally we arrived to a wine made by Santiago, MontGras Antu Syrah. “This is the best wine of the night, hahaha,” quipped Santiago. He explained this was grown on a famous hill in the volcanic soil of Colchagua and would be classified as an Entre Cordilleras wine. My wife and I actually agreed that the sweet fruity aroma and delicious flavors made this our favorite of the evening. Also from Colchagua, we tasted a Cabernet Sauvignon/Merlot blend from Montes. Fred said this is a very well-known wine in the United States.

Our final wine of the seminar was another from MontGras, their Reserva Carmenere. We were told that Carmenere grapes are unique to Chile, though originally a French grape variety that was killed by phylloxera. Apparently, Chilean wine makers thought they were making Merlots though it was discovered that in fact it was a Merlot/Carmenere blend. Today, the best Carmenere wines are grown in sandy soil in a warm and sunny climate that allows the grapes to grow to a very ripe stage. This ensures a wine with round tannins and uniquely spicy characteristics. We liked this wine a lot too.

The evening then shifted to a tasting with many Chilean wineries. We tasted some additional wines and learned about some of the goals that each winery was pursuing. For some, it was just to get their name out in front of importers. We ate some cheese and fruits and hors d’oeuvres and mingled. It was an educational evening and fun to learn about one of Chile’s most important products!

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Open House: Beauty Schools of America, Hialeah 6/28/14

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Open House: Beauty Schools of America, Hialeah
Saturday, 06/28/2014 – 11:00 am – 02:00 pm
BSA_Hialeah_OpenHouse_Flyer3Beauty Schools of America – Hialeah campus
1060 W 49 Street,
Miami, Florida 33012
Facebook Link
Cost: Free

OPEN HOUSE at Hialeah Campus this Saturday, June 28th @ 11am-2pm! Stop by and Get to Know the programs, instructors, campus and salon while enjoying snacks and music.
Address: 1060 W 49TH Street, Hialeah, FL 33012
Phone: 305-362-9003
We offer weekend, weekday, and evening classes. Our programs consist of Cosmetology, Barber, Makeup, Comprehensive Makeup, Spa and Massage Therapy, Skin Care and much more.

Social Media Day Miami 2014 #SMDayMIA 6/29/14

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Social Media Day Miami 2014 – #SMDayMIA
smdaymia2014Sunday, June 29, 11:00am – 5:00pm
Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts
1300 Biscayne Blvd
Miami, FL 33132
Register Online to secure your seat.
Website

For Social Media Day 2014, many of Miami’s top social media influencers will come together to produce a one day conference. If you were present last year you have an idea of what an amazing day it was!

This will be the 5th anniversary since Mashable started the event to recognize social media in all its forms. In Miami we have been building a strong social media community and it’s represented when it comes together for this one-day conference / networking opportunity.

Be Social With Us:
+ Hashtag: #smdaymia
+ Facebook
+ Twitter
+ Instagram
+ Google
+ Meetup

Financial Meltdown at Cannonball 6/26/14

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Financial Meltdown @ Cannonball
car_with_textThursday, June 26, 7:00 p.m.
Cannonball
1035 North Miami Ave
Miami, FL 33136
Free and open to the public

‘Dad, what is a financial crisis?’ Without trying to be funny, I said, ‘it’s something that happens every five to seven years.’
â–ª Jamie Dimon, CEO, JPMorgan Chase

It’s time to smash our concept of debt…and dance!!! The Financial Meltdown begins with Cannonball Artist-in-Resident Cassie Thornton leading an open public forum about the effects of debt on the unconscious, its ability to cross class divides, and its terrifying social impacts.

Audience members will join Thornton in conversation with selected professionals working within the realm of finance and who, over the course of Thornton’s one-month residency, participated in “Debt Visualizations”—a hypnotherapeutic process facilitated by Thornton to imagine a physical form of debt. The discussion will reveal a collective experience of debt as a psychological, emotional, and intellectual force that affects all of us, regardless of class or income.

Following the public discussion, guests will release their debt-related frustrations by pummeling large-scale piñatas—a tree, a thorny rose, a cloud, a menacing monolith, etc.—that embody ideas and feelings of personal debt. The ensueing relief will result in a Financial Meltdown (a.k.a. dance party).
For more details about this event, please contact us at splash@cannonballmiami.org or 786.347.2360.

Open House: Beauty Schools of America, North Miami Beach 6/20/14

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Open House: Beauty Schools of America, North Miami Beach
Friday, 06/20/2014 – 06/20/2014 11:00 am – 02:00 pm
BSA_NorthMiami_OpenHouse_FlyerBeauty Schools of America – North Miami Beach campus
1813 NE 163 Street,
North Miami Beach, Florida 33162
Facebook Link
Cost: Free

Save The Date OPEN HOUSE at North Miami Beach Campus – get to know our beauty and barber programs, grab a bite, do a little dance and enjoy raffles!

Interested in the Barber, Beauty, Health or Wellness Industry? Learn from our Instructors & Ask our Admissions team. Your future is waiting….Visit our Open House!

Our next Open House will be in Hialeah on Sunday, June 29th at 11am.

Questions? Call us: 305-947-0832 or email us at beautyschoolsofamerica@gmail.com

Ricardo Chávez en conversación con Ismael CALA – Tu Vida No Tiene Que Ser Una Novela 6/25/14

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Ricardo Chávez en conversación con Ismael CALA – Tu Vida No Tiene Que Ser Una Novela
Sunday, 06/25/2014 – 05:30 pm –
Screen_Shot_2014-05-15_at_4_14_12_PMBooks and Books
265 Aragon Avenue,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
More Info Link
Cost: La compra de un ejemplar, admite a dos personas

En conversación con CALA y con la visita especial de Sonya Smith. Una noche brillante en Books&Books, por el número de estrellas presentes y por el camino de luz que Ricardo ha recorrido y del cual nos habla en su libro, Tu Vida No Tiene Que Ser Una Novela. Es un libro que nos revela todo aquello que ocurre en el plano espiritual. Se requiere la compra del libro para asistir al evento.

Downtown Bay Forum Lunch 6/25/14

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Downtown Bay Forum Lunch
Wednesday, 06/25/2014 – 11:30 am – 01:30 pm
3guestsWolfson Auditorium Temple Israel Of Greater Miami
Temple Israel of Greater Miami — Wolfson Auditorium,
137 NE 19th St, Florida 33132
Eventbrite Link
Cost: 20/Members 25 Nonmembers Membership 30/YR

Join the Downtown Bay Forum for our June Lunch Meeting with Hon. Cindy Lerner, Mayor, Village of Pinecrest, and our panel to discuss the impact of Climate Change on South Florida and Downtown Miami.

www.downtownbayforum.org

Photographs of Life Is Art presents Art/Work Connections #20 Social Networking with John Mahoney at SeaFair Megayacht on 6/10/14

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Life Is Art  presents Art/Work Connections #20: Social Networking with John Mahoney at SeaFair Megayacht Tuesday, June 10, 2014. Art/Work Connections is a monthly series of seminars presented by Life Is Art featuring business professionals speaking on a variety of topics vital to the success of working artists. This month we covered Creating Real Relationships through Social Media.

About John Mahoney
Socialmedia305: specializing in strategic social relations and consulting, radio interviews and advertising, social media consulting and targeted marketing, hashtag management, keyword tracking, radio interviews and event marketing. John Peter Mahoney, the founder of SocialMedia305, serves as the Twitter voice for more than a few fun brands and individuals using Social Media. Always using proper etiquette, building a targeted fan-base, and marketing their specific needs whether it be sales, publicity, or brand awareness, either way, it is a fierce combination of communication and strategy. Follow John @socialmedia305

About SeaFair MegaYacht
Cruise, shop and dine aboard the uber-luxe 228-foot megayacht, SeaFair, offering the ultimate excursions where sea and sky converge with the glamour of iconic Miami. Enjoy four passenger decks with open-air sky deck dining, an elegant glass-walled club lounge, champagne and caviar bar and three decks of unique shops and galleries offering luxury must-haves including art, fine jewelry, designer trunk shows and more. International cuisine, tapas, fine wines and Champagne combined with live music ranging from jazz to island rhythms tops off this truly unique Miami experience.

About the Art/Work Connections Program
The Art/Work Connections program is a monthly series of business seminars held at galleries and art spaces around South Florida targeted at artists and those working in the arts. Everyone is welcome and can benefit from them. Business professionals are brought in to cover a wide variety of topics including health care, financial planning, contract negotiation, copyright law, portfolio development, social media, marketing and much more.

About Life Is Art, Inc.
Life Is Art is a Florida-based 501(c)3 non-profit corporation dedicated to creating positive change in the community with the arts and culture through events and education. We give South Florida artists and civic leaders the tools to thrive and grow, while enhancing the lives of those living in our area.

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TCI’s Coffee Talk Personal Velocity Discussion Led By Stephanie Sylvestre 6/25/14

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TCI’s Coffee Talk Personal Velocity Discussion Led By Stephanie Sylvestre
Wednesday, 06/25/2014 – 08:00 am – 10:00 am
476Children’s Trust
3150 SW 3rd Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33129
RSVP Link
Cost: Free

Coffee Talk- Please join us and bring a guest at our Coffee Talk series in Miami-Dade! Space is limited; RSVP today!

Our goal for Coffee Talk is to create a special learning environment where anything can happen. Where we engage in conversations that really matter, ask questions that challenge our thinking, and walk away rejuvenated with insights and ideas for moving forward.

Discussion Topic:

Led By Stephanie Sylvestre- COO, Children’s Trust

“Personal Velocity ” Do you know your personal velocity? If not, you might be inadvertently setting yourself up for failure. Come hear how following 4 steps can help you determine your personal velocity and set you up to consistently achieve your goals.
About The Commonwealth Institute

The Commonwealth Institute (TCI) is a vibrant nonprofit organization whose mission is to help women CEOs, Entrepreneurs and Senior Executives grow their businesses through peer mentoring, education, development and high-level networking. Members include CEOs, senior corporate executives, directors of nonprofits and proven solo professionals – women who are committed to working on their respective businesses.

To reserve your spot contact:

Katie Doyle

305.799.6547.

kdoyle@commonwealthinstitute.org

Author Event with Lisa See: China Dolls 6/17/14

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Author Event with Lisa See: China Dolls
Tuesday, 06/17/2014 – 08:00 pm –
LisaSeeBooks and Books
265 Aragon Avenue,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
More Info Link
Cost: Free

Lisa See is the author of 6 previous novels, including the critically acclaimed New York Times bestsellers Dreams of Joy, Shanghai Girls, Peony in Love, Snow Flower and the Secret Fan, Flower Net (which was nominated for an Edgar Award), The Interior, and Dragon Bones. She is also the author of the widely acclaimed memoir On Gold Mountain. She lives in Los Angeles.

Join us with Lisa See to discuss her exciting new novel set in the “Chop Suey Circuit” of San Francisco right before WWII.

Loretta Neff: Tame Your Manners 6/14/14

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Loretta Neff: Tame Your Manners
Saturday, 06/14/2014 – 10:00 am –
TameYourMannersBooks and Books
265 Aragon Avenue,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
More Info Link
Cost: Free

For caregivers and parents with demanding schedules, finding time to teach or mentor children is increasingly difficult. Learning social skills early, especially during childhood, can shape a child’s character and greatly impact his or her life. Tame Your Manners makes manners fun, meaningful, and most importantly, memorable. Any adult or child who reads this book will delight in the clever illustrations and correlations of animal characteristics to the manners advice.

JoAnna Rakoff: My Salinger Year 6/19/14

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JoAnna Rakoff: My Salinger Year
Thursday, 06/19/2014 – 08:00 pm –
JoAnnaRakoffBooks and Books
265 Aragon Avenue,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
More Info Link
Cost: Free

Join our Author Event Series with JoAnna Rakoff as we discuss My Salinger Year, a memoir about literary New York in the late nineties a pre-digital world on the cusp of vanishing, where a young woman finds herself entangled with one of the last great figures of the century.

Public Meeting: Southeast Florida Regional Opportunity Network 6/11/14

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Public Meeting: Southeast Florida Regional Opportunity Network
Wednesday, 06/11/2014 – 01:00 pm – 04:00 pm
Department of Transportation, District 4 Auditorium
3400 West Commercial Boulevard,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33309
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

Following a key recommendation of the newly released Seven50: Southeast Florida Prosperity Plan, the South Florida Regional Planning Council will host a public meeting to discuss emerging economic trends and launch the “Southeast Florida Regional Opportunity Network,” a multi-sector collaboration of public, private, nonprofit and philanthropic entities dedicated to promoting regional economic growth opportunities. The event, which brings together local business and community leaders, policy analysts and members of the general public, will take place from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday, June 11, at the Florida Department of Transportation, District 4 Auditorium, 3400 West Commercial Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, Fla., 33309.

Life Is Art presents Art/Work Connections #20: Social Relations with John Mahoney 6/10/14

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Life Is Art presents Art/Work Connections #20: Social Relations with John Mahoney
AWC20-FlyerWebTuesday, June 10, 6:30pm-9:00pm
SeaFair MegaYacht
100 Chopin Plaza, Dock
Downtown Miami, FL 33131
Tickets $10 (pay at the door)
Please pre-register
Space Is Limited: Please Pre-Register Early
IMPORTANT NOTE: We are going to be on a ship! So, bring your ID! We will not be sailing, but they often require ID’s to board the ship, anyway.
Hashtag #ArtWorkCon

Subject: Creating Real Relationships through Social Media
Speaker: John Mahoney
Consultant, Social Media Connector

Schedule:
6:30-7:00, Registration
7:00-8:00, Seminar
8:00-9:00, Q&A Social Hour

Art/Work Connections is a monthly series of seminars presented by Life Is Art featuring business professionals speaking on a variety of topics vital to the success of working artists. This month we are covering real relationships, something that is key for emerging artists, and even experienced artists. Throwing your work out into social media and hoping for the best is just a waste of time, even though that is many artists’ strategy. Come and learn how to make real human connections through social media to create new friends, fans, clients, buyers and collaborators.

This month we have a very exciting venue. We are going to be on the beautiful, $40M megayacht SeaFair! It is a gorgeous floating art fair with amazing views of the Bay and Downtown. We only have a limited number of seats available, so please be sure to register early.

What’s Good Miami 7/18/14, 7/19/14

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What’s Good Miami
Friday, 07/18/2014 – 07/19/2014 07:00 pm – 07:00 pm
American Airlines Arena
601 Biscayne Blvd,
Miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

Do you feel like there is a missing spiritual gap in your life that you have not been able to fill? Meet the man who has helped millions reconnect with religion, and join Pastor Reinhard Bonnke at this free event at the America Airlines Arena in Miami as he explains how to find happiness and completeness. After revitalizing the faith around Africa for 35 years, Bonnke will help you rekindle or create a bond with God.
This is a two-day event taking place on July 18th and July 19th at 7pm.

Making Government Work for Your Business 5/22/14

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Making Government Work for Your Business
Thursday, 05/22/2014 – 04:30 pm – 07:00 pm
image003-2Riverside Hotel
620 E. Las Olas Blvd.,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33301
More Info Link
Cost: $100

Learn about the value of your involvement in making government work for you and your business. Take advantage of this high level networking opportunity with decision makers of the Florida Commercial Real Estate Industry. Senator Bob Graham will speak about his book, titled: America, The Owner’s Manual. Making Government Work for You.

Aromatherapy Workshop 7/10/14

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Aromatherapy Workshop
Thursday, 07/10/2014 – 01:30 pm – 04:00 pm
10013770_10152359637264189_1590536744_nBeauty Schools of America – Miami campus
1176 SW 67th Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33144
Facebook Link
Cost: 50.00

Aromatherapy seminar for all programs and general public that will take place on Miami campus July 10, 2014.

Request Info: 305-824-2025

Purpose: To provide the ultimate educational hands-on experience to students of skin care, nail technician, full specialist, massage, spa therapy, cosmetology, make-up, barber and electrolysis programs as well as to the public.

Objectives:
1. Name the plants, herbs, flowers, leaves and fruits that are the source of aromatherapy oils
2. Learn about the therapeutic effects of essential oils on the body, mind and spirit.
3. Identify the safety precautions and contraindications of aromatherapy.
4. Select and blend different essential oils for body products and diffusers.
5. Create personalized synergistic blends such as lotion, face, hair or body oil and salt scrub.

Attendees will Receive:
1. Handout with detailed information about essential oils and instruction on how to use them
2. 1 jar of aromatherapy lotion, 1 jar of salt scrub, 1 bottle of aromatherapy oil blend
3. Certificate of attendance

Cost of Workshop:
$40.00 per Participant
$50.00 for Non-Students

About the Speaker:
Veronika Chao has been passionate practitioner of aromatherapy since she enrolled in massage therapy school in 2004. After graduating she worked in various luxury spas in Miami where she received extensive training in aromatherapy and holistic spa therapies. She has used products of many exclusive face and body lines such as Sonya Dakar, E’SPA, and Aromatherapy Associates. Mrs. Chao enjoys creating personalized aromatherapy blends for massage, skin care and in room diffusers and utilizes them on daily basis. She also grows a few aromatic herbs in her own backyard.

Photographs of SMCSF – Speed Marketing Roundtables at R House on 5/15/14

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SMCSF – Speed Marketing Roundtables at R House on Thursday, May 15, 2014.   This  event combines the executive roundtable with speed networking for a dynamic and fast-paced conversation. Eachroundtable discussion was lead by the following:

PR/News: Christine de la Huerta & Maite Velez-Couto
Search Engine Optimization (SEO): Michael Schott
Social Media Strategy: Gabriela Guzman & Liza Walton
Content Marketing: Marc R. Enriquez
Paid Media: Nate Mendenhall
Email: Sandi Abbott
Branding/Creative: Mich Elle Dow & Christy Vidal
Event Marketing: JennyLee Molina & Mabel De Beunza
Personal Branding: Nancy Richmond
Blogging: Blanca Stella Mejia

Each roundtable rotated every 20 minutes, giving you the opportunity to participate in 4 topics of your choice throughout the meetup.

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Photographs of Life Is Art presents Art/Work Connections #19: Copyright and Art with Ted VanCleave at Blu Moon Studio on 5/13/14

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Life Is Art presents Art/Work Connections #18:#19: Copyright and Art with Ted VanCleave at Blu Moon Studio Tuesday, May 13, 2014. Art/Work Connections is a monthly series of seminars presented by Life Is Art featuring business professionals speaking on a variety of topics vital to the success of working artists. This month we covered one of the scariest topics for many artists, copyright.

Ted VanCleave is an artist, writer, entrepreneur and artist rights advocate. His artworks can be found in collections across the US as well as internationally. He is represented by galleries in Switzerland, San Francisco, NYC, Palm Beach & Boca Raton. Ted is also co-founder of ImageRights International. ImageRights International is spearheading the global fight against the infringement of copyrighted visual works for commercial photographers. Through its services, the company vets, identifies and manages infringement claims on behalf of commercial photographers, artists, photo agencies and publishers. As a website creator, Ted’s award-winning website, The Totally Absurd Inventions, has enjoyed more than 60 million readers since it’s launch in August, 1997. www.imagerights.com

Blu Moon Studio is an artspace dedicated to bringing creative expression to the community with classes, workshops, exhibits , and original art. Founded in 2008 by owner and resident artist, Sheri Friedman , Blu Moon is conveniently located in the heart of artistically historic Coconut Grove. If you want to create art, see art, or collect art.. Blu Moon is the place to be.
Blu Moon Studio of Art. www.artclassesinmiami.com

The Art/Work Connections program is a monthly series of business seminars held at galleries and art spaces around South Florida targeted at artists and those working in the arts. Everyone is welcome and can benefit from them. Business professionals are brought in to cover a wide variety of topics including health care, financial planning, contract negotiation, copyright law, portfolio development, social media, marketing and much more. www.awc.lifeisartfest.org

Life Is Art is a Florida-based 501(c)3 non-profit corporation dedicated to creating positive change in the community with the arts and culture through events and education. We give South Florida artists and civic leaders the tools to thrive and grow, while enhancing the lives of those living in our area. www.lifeisartfest.org

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SMCSF Speed Marketing Roundtables 5/14/14

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SMCSF — Speed Marketing Roundtables
smcsfWednesday, May 14, 7:00pm – 9:30pm
R House
2727 Northwest 2nd Ave
Miami, Florida 33127
Register on Facebook

Join us for a unique learning experience at the exceptional R HOUSE in the heart of Wynwood. Arrive early and receive 2 for 1 drinks when you Instagram a photo of an R HOUSE food/beverage purchase!

This “roll-up your sleeves” experience combines the executive roundtable with speed networking for a dynamic and fast-paced conversation. One of our recognized peers will lead each roundtable discussion about their topic of expertise. There will be ten roundtables, including:

PR/News: Christine De La Huerta
Search Engine Optimization (SEO): Michael Schott
Social Media Strategy: Gaby Guzman & Liza Walton
Content Marketing: Marc Enriquez
Paid Media: Nate Mendenhall
Email: Sandi Abbott
Branding/Creative: Michelle Dow & Christy Vidal
Event Marketing: JennyLee Molina & Mabel De Beunza
Personal Branding: Nancy Richmond
Blogging: Blanca Stella Mejia

We will rotate roundtables every 20 minutes, giving you the opportunity to participate in 4 topics of your choice throughout the meetup. Come prepared with your questions and share your own experiences for others to learn from.

This meetup is open to everyone and free to attend thanks to our sponsors. See you there!

FIU Presents Panel on Love, Keynoted by Arun Gandhi 5/21/14

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FIU Presents Panel on Love, Keynoted by Arun Gandhi
Wednesday, 05/21/2014 – 06:00 pm – 09:30 pm
flyer-One_World_Family-FIU-2014_v.-REDUCEDFlorida International University, Graham Center
11200 SW 8th Street,
Miami, Florida 33199
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

Spiritual leaders from the east and west are converging in South Florida to discuss the universal concept of compassion. It’s a word used often, but how can compassion serve to improve individual lives and communities? During a panel discussion at Florida International University, the public is invited to hear from such respected sources as Mahatma Gandhi’s grandson Arun Gandhi and Yogi Master Paramahamsa Prajnanananda – Prajnanananda is the 7th lineage leader of the ancient meditative practice Kriya Yoga — one of the oldest and most sacred of the meditative techniques from India.

The theme is Love and Compassion are Our True Nature, An Interfaith Dialogue. Registration begins at 6 p.m., panel commences at 6:30 p.m. and concludes at 9:30 p.m. after audience Q&A.

The purpose of both events is to promote love, compassion and intercultural understanding through a non-political forum where recognized leaders in a variety of traditions can expound on their views to achieving happiness and unity.

The symposium is dedicated to the memory of his Holiness Paramahamsa Hariharananda, the renowned spiritual leader of the Kriya Yoga Institute, and in celebration of his pilgrimage to the west, exactly 40 years ago.

These events are a rare opportunity for interested people to attend public discussions lead by notable leaders in the spiritual realm. Reservations are strongly suggested and can be made by calling 305-247-1960 or via email at institute@kriya.org

Former U.S. Treasury Secretary Timothy F. Geithner Presents New Book: Stress Test: Reflections on Financial Crises at Miami Dade College 5/20/14

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Former U.S. Treasury Secretary Timothy F. Geithner Presents New Book: Stress Test: Reflections on Financial Crises at Miami Dade College
Tuesday, 05/20/2014 – 05/20/2014 07:30 pm – 09:30 pm
Stress-Test-Book-JacketMiami Dade Collegea Wolfson Campus Chapman Center
300 NE Second Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

Geithner presided over the recent financial crisis in the U.S. from 2009 to 2013, when he served as the 75th Secretary of the Treasury under President Barack Obama. His decisions required swift and creative action to avert a second Great Depression and preserve the global economy. Stress Test is a candid account of the unprecedented effort to save the U.S. economy from collapse.

Vouchers for this event are available at Books & Books locations. The cost of the voucher is the price of the book ($35 + tax) and can be used as an entry for (2) people to the event. The voucher also entitles you to receive (1) autographed copy of the book, which will be available at the front entrance on the date of the event, with your voucher. For more details, call Books & Books or visit www.booksandbooks.com.

Ascending the Spiral of Light 5/24/14-5/25/14

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Ascending the Spiral of Light
Asceending-the-spiral-of-light Saturday, May 24 – Sunday, May 25, 2014, 8:30am-6:00pm
EB Hotel Miami
4299 NW 36th St
Miami, FL 33166
Register Online

Patricia Cori, Returns to the U.S. for a Weekend of Accelerated Teachings Merging of New Science & Ancient Spirit

The Weekend Intensive Includes:
Revelations of the Atlantean Secret Codes
Initiations in the Sirian Vibratory Signatures
Full 12-Standed DNA Activation Process & Pineal Gland Awakening
Connecting with the New Hyperspace Elementals
Cellular Rewrites in the Sacred Languages of the Cosmos
Shamanic Astral Journeys to the Altars of Agharta and Beyond
AND A LIVE Channeling Session from the Sirian High Council

This is Patricia Cori UNLEASHED, so get ready!
If you have been waiting for the opportunity for Change & Personal Transformation OR if you have been taken her International Workshops & Live Anywhere in North America, This is Your Opportunity – So Do Not Miss it!

Hip Hop Workshops 6/28/14

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Hip Hop Workshops
Saturday, 06/28/2014 – 10:30 am – 03:00 pm
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101 West Flagler Street,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link
Cost: Members: $5 Each / Non-Members: $10 Each

Don’t miss these unique workshops! Learning breaking, popping, graffiti, and beat boxing with members of the Flipside Kings. Beginners welcome. Space is limited. Advanced payment required. Register online or call 305-375-1601.

Members: $5 Each
Non-Members: $10 Each

A Civil Discourse on Cultural Diversity, Race and Inclusion forum 5/7/14

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A Civil Discourse on Cultural Diversity, Race and Inclusion forum
Wednesday, May 7, 1 p.m.
Stephen P. Clark Center
111 NW First St., 2nd Floor Commission Chambers
Miami, FL
Information: Office of Community Advocacy, 305-375-5730

Tensions between Hispanics and blacks and the way it could affect international commerce will be addressed during a joint meeting between the Miami-Dade County Black Affairs Advisory Board and Hispanic Affairs Advisory Board.

Residents are invited to participate in a village dialogue called “A Civil Discourse on Cultural Diversity, Race and Inclusion,” on Wednesday, May 7, from 1-4 p.m. in the Stephen P. Clark Center, 111 NW First St., Second Floor Commission Chambers. A panel of Miami-Dade-based professionals and prominent community advocates will engage on controversial topics, a statement announcing the meeting said.

“The ethnic and racial differences in Miami-Dade County have periodically created intergroup tensions. In a community like ours, being a global center and international hub with a direct impact on regional and international commerce, it is important that these issues be addressed. We believe that this discussion will allow residents the opportunity to address longstanding and divisive issues, discuss their feelings and clear up misunderstandings. We believe that every group brings something to the table and that it is necessary to acknowledge our differences and work toward capitalizing on our diversity while encouraging inclusiveness,” said Stephen Hunter Johnson, Black Affairs Advisory Board Chair.

The Black Affairs Advisory Board and the Hispanic Affairs Advisory Board are housed in the Office of Community Advocacy and are charged with the responsibility of identifying issues of concern and making recommendations to the Miami-Dade Board of Commissioners as they relate to understanding and resolving issues affecting their County-wide constituency.

Match305 Release 5/14/14

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Match305 Release
match305Wednesday, May 14, at 6:00pm
The Lightbox at Goldman Warehouse
Register Online

We have spent the last several months measuring the attachment of Miamians to their community. If you’re passionate about Miami, you’ll want to hear about the findings.

On May 14th, we’re bringing together innovators, creatives, educators, philanthropists and more to discuss the Match305 findings, share ideas and collaborate with one another.

Bites and drinks provided.

Miami’s Economic Wave of Opportunity 5/9/14

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Miami’s Economic Wave of Opportunity
Friday, 05/09/2014 – 08:00 am – 10:00 am
The Beacon Council
80 SW 8th Street, Suite 2400,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

An event on Miami’s economic wave of opportunity presented by Action Coach in partnership with The Beacon Council and Miami Growth Advisors on May 9. This informative event with help small business owners prepare and capitalize on the economic boom specifically brought on by the new tunnel at the Port of Miami.

The panel will be moderated by Jody Johnson, founder of Miami Growth Advisors and co-owner of Action Coach Team Sage, who will be leading a Q+A on how to attract the right people for the job, where to invest efforts and money, and what businesses needs to have in place to guarantee success. Panelists include Mary Young discussing hiring millennial’s, Ann Machado discussing teamwork, J. Antonio Villamil discussing macroeconomics, and Carolina Rendeiro discussing community growth.

Headliner Award Breakfast with NPR’s Michel Martin 5/8/14

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Headliner Award Breakfast with NPR’s Michel Martin
Thursday, 05/08/2014 – 05/08/2014 08:00 am – 10:00 am
mccj-martin-CN-ad-v2Jungle Island
1111 Parrot Jungle Trail,
Miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link
Cost: $30

MCCJ is thrilled to announce that this year’s recipient of the Hank Meyer National Headliner Award is Emmy Award winning journalist, Michel Martin. Ms. Martin joined NPR after a long career at ABC News. Her national radio show on NPR, Tell Me More, is powered by her own interest and focuses heavily on topics of race, religion and spirituality.

Martin has had an illustrious journalistic career. After working the local news beat for The Washington Post and becoming White House correspondent for The Wall Street Journal, Martin joined ABC News in 1992. At ABC, she reported for Nightline and was awarded an Emmy for a report that aired on Day One. In 2001, she hosted the PBS show Life 360. Since April 2007, she has hosted the one-hour daily NPR news and talk show, which covers everything from immigration to parenting in a multicultural family. “I am fascinated by people who live lives different from my own, and at the same time, I feel connected to all of these lives being a journalist, a woman of color, a wife and mother,” said Martin.

NPR fans are welcome to register for this breakfast, where they’ll have an opportunity to chat with the journalist. The Hank Meyers Award has traditionally gone to journalists who mirror MCCJ’s mission of creating an inclusive community, including Walter Cronkite, Dan Rather, Barbara Walters, Tom Brokaw, Leonard Pitts Jr., and last year, ABC’s John Quiñones.

Reservations for the Headliner Breakfast with Michel Martin, call 305-755-6096, or go to www.miamiccj.org. $30.00 pp includes breakfast and parking.

MCCJ was founded in Miami in 1935 as the Miami Coalition of Christians & Jews. It creates a safe haven for dialog, trains inclusive leaders and promotes understanding for all faiths, races and cultures through education, advocacy and conflict resolution. It hosts the oldest 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

Marlins Think Tank Week 5/1/14-5/6/14

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Marlins Think Tank Week
May 1-2 and May 5-6
Elementary and Middle Schools across Miami Dade, Broward and Palm Beach Counties

The Marlins Think Tank is an online curriculum-enhancement program that utilizes the Miami Marlins as the basis for learning. Marlins Think Tank aims to enrich the learning experiences of children in grades 4-6 by linking baseball to the curriculum areas of writing, language arts, mathematics, social studies, science, and health & fitness. The program provides lesson plans which meet Common Core State Standards as adopted by the Florida Department of Education, with the Miami Marlins as the lesson theme.

All 4th-6th grade classrooms in South Florida are eligible to receive a visit from Miami Marlins players, coaches and broadcasters during Marlins Think Tank Week. To participate in the contest, classrooms complete a lesson plan and submit it to the Miami Marlins. This year, 16 classrooms were selected at random as winners of the contest. During Think Tank Week, the entire 25-man roster canvases elementary and middle schools across South Florida.

Marlins Ayudan (Spanish for “help”) is the signature outreach initiative of the Miami Marlins. The purpose of Marlins Ayudan is to provide a sustainable corps of volunteers willing and ready to effectuate positive change in the South Florida community. It is the fabric of the Club’s corporate culture and engages every front office employee with schools and charities throughout South Florida. The goal of Marlins Ayudan is to leave a lasting legacy through impactful service activities that tackle the community’s most pressing needs. The three-tier Ayudan methodology consists of organizational service days, team events and individual volunteer opportunities. Since its inception in 2010, Marlins Ayudan has contributed over 22,000 hours of service and established partnerships and traditions of giving that inspire employees to pursue their passions and contribute their time and talents year-round.

TCI Coffee Talk 5/28/14

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TCI Coffee Talk
Wednesday, 05/28/2014 – 08:00 am – 09:30 am
GCI Worldwide Corporation
410 East Las Olas Blvd.,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33301
RSVP Link
Cost: Free

Please join us for our Coffee Talk series in Broward!

Our goal for Coffee Talk is to create a special learning environment where anything can happen. Where we engage in conversations that really matter, ask questions that challenge our thinking, and walk away rejuvenated with insights and ideas for moving forward.

Discussion Topic: “The Power of Strategic Alliances When Leading Change or Growing Your Business”
A Tactical Tool for Successful Women in Leadership
Led by Giselle Cheminand, President & CEO, GCI Worldwide Corporation

Interested in learning more about TCI? Non-members are welcome to join!

RSVP today at http://survey.constantcontact.com/survey/a07e97qv4uchube61zw/a011hhumo4gtx/questions.

Leica Lounge with Photographer Charles Ommanney 5/1/14

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Leica Lounge with Photographer Charles Ommanney
Thursday, 05/01/2014 – 07:00 pm – 08:30 pm
LeicaLeica Store Miami
372 Miracle Mile,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
More Info Link
Cost: Free

Leica Lounge is a new lecture series hosted by Leica Store Miami, which features presentations by working professional photographers local to South Florida. Held monthly, these free events are designed to create and inspire the local photography community through sharing images and exchanging ideas.

Join us for the first Leica Lounge presentation on May 1, 2014 featuring Newsweek photographer Charles Ommanney. Charles’ career spans many years and many continents, and includes projects for publications such as TIME, Vanity Fair and Rolling Stone. RSVP online or by emailing info@leicastoremiami.com.

Photographs of WhereBy Us: Delightful Commutes at Miami Light Project on 4/8/14

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WhereBy Us: Delightful Commutes at Miami Light Project on Tuesday, April 8, 2014. We got to hear from some fellow locals about their commute experiences, hear two experts share examples from other cities, and worked together in small groups to create innovative ideas for making our commutes more awesome and enjoyable.  They are putting $3,000 on the table to make the best ideas happen (thanks to Miami Foundation and Knight Foundation).

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Connecting Fiber Art & The Natural World 4/24/14

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Connecting Fiber Art & The Natural World
Thursday, 04/24/2014 – 06:30 pm – 08:00 pm
UnknownBroward North Regional Library Auditorium
1000 Coconut Creek Pkwy. (Bldg. 62 Room 154) Coconut Creek, FL 33066,
1000 Coconut Creek Pkwy, Florida 33066
Webpage Link
Cost: FREE

FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Amy Gross uses everyday materials such as yarn, thread, beads and wire to create objects that mimic the natural world but remain wholly artificial. Her fiber and mixed media sculptures, nicknamed biotopes, reflect on the inevitability of change, attempting to counter inevitable vulnerability by stopping time. Her life forms are imitations of life. They, simply, do not die. Gross earned her BFA at The Cooper Union in New York City and worked as a surface designer, creating textiles, toys, and jewelry before before turning full time to fiber art. She lives and works in South Florida.

Fiber & Natural Collage 4/25/14

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Fiber & Natural Collage
Friday, 04/25/2014 – 02:00 pm – 03:30 pm
Unknown1BC North Campus Ceramics Studio
1000 Coconut Creek Pkwy. (Bldg.50 Room 125) Coconut Creek, FL 33066,
1000 Coconut Creek Pkwy, Florida 33066
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

Join the Broward College North Campus Fine Arts Dept. for a free afternoon workshop and one on one, hands-on experience with artist Amy Gross. Gross will guide you in creating your own embroidered nature collage and will assist you in quickly learning sewing, embroidery and beadwork skills.

BACCF 2014 – Economic Outlook and Wealth Planning Trends 4/29/14

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BACCF 2014 – Economic Outlook and Wealth Planning Trends
Tuesday, 04/29/2014 – 08:30 am – 10:30 am
Flyer-Workshop_4.29.14DM-FINALDuane Morris LLP
200 South Biscayne Blvd., Suite 800 (8th Floor),
Miami, Florida 33131
Webpage Link
Cost: Members & Non-Members: $25.00 Don’t wait until the last minute to register – space is limited and fills up quickly. The BACCF requires an RSVP for all events. Only reservations made through our website will be honored. Reservations are accepted on a first-come first-served basis. Cancel by April 25th 2014 for a full refund.* Uncanceled reservations and no-shows are paid in full. *All cancelations will be charged a $10.00 processing fee.

The Brazilian-American Chamber of Commerce of Florida
Cordially Invites you to
a Workshop on

Economic Outlook and Wealth Planning Trends

Hosted by Duane Morris LLP

Moderator: Michael Butterman, Duane Morris

Speakers:

Tatiana Gomes, Safra Bank
Economic Scenario and Investment Flows

Jerome L. Wolf, Partner Duane Morris
Offshore Trust Planning and Alternative Structures

Antonio Amendola, Partner, Dias Carneiros
Brazilian Tax Implications

Intro to Adobe Photoshop Lightroom With Seth Resnick 4/27/14

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Intro to Adobe Photoshop Lightroom With Seth Resnick
Sunday, 04/27/2014 – 09:30 am – 05:00 pm
Leica_Store_Logo_WhiteLeica Store Miami
372 Miracle Mile,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Webpage Link
Cost:

Take your post-processing skills to the next level with this one-day, comprehensive Adobe Lightroom workshop. Adobe Lightroom expert Seth Resnick of D-65 will help you to harness the power of this program and incorporate it into your own photography. We’ll work mainly in the Library and Develop modules and concentrate on setting up your external drives, importing files into Lightroom, organizing files, key-wording, metadata presets, synchronization and working on sample files in the develop module.

Photographs of Life Is Art presents Art/Work Connections #18: Instagram Tips with Anthony Jordon on 4/15/14

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Life Is Art presents Art/Work Connections #18: Instagram Tips with Anthony Jordon at  Eleazar Delgado Studio on Tuesday, April 15, 2014.  Art/Work Connections is a monthly series of seminars presented by Life Is Art featuring business professionals speaking on a variety of topics vital to the success of working artists. This month, Anthony Jordon, professional photographer and social media expert, taught us all about Instagram, one of the fastest growing social media platforms.

Anthony is a Miami-based photographer specializing in engagement, destination wedding, event/social, and portrait photography. In 2013, Anthony organized two major international photography events in Miami; The Scott Kelby Worldwide photowalk, the first of its in Downtown Miami, and Help Portrait Miami, partnering with the Miami Rescue Mission. Anthony has been an online moderator for Cloak Inc.’s One 12 Haiti Solidarity Virtual March, as well as a guest speaker for Photovoice. Credits include Instagram Ambassador for Scope Miami 2012, Heineken Murals/Heineken Light Project Social Media Ambassador Miami and Washington, DC (2012-2013), photographer for Eleazar Delgado, JLPR, Red Bull, GLAAD, Absolut, and Muscle Milk just to name a few. Anthony’s work has also been published in the Miami and Broward-Palm Beach New Times, Miami Magazine, miamiartzine.com and he is a current contributor to Soul Of Miami.

Originally conceived at our home, Eleazar Delgado Studio has always been the artist’s creative space. The idea grew into a gathering place for our friends, mostly artists in their own rights, to showcase their current work and preview concepts. We made it official in 2010 when we opened a public space in Wynwood. Today in addition to being Eleazar’s personal art studio, we host local talents and leaders who need a professional environment to showcase, educate, and enrich the community at large.

About the Art/Work Connections Program: The Art/Work Connections program is a monthly series of business seminars held at galleries and art spaces around South Florida targeted at artists and those working in the arts. Everyone is welcome and can benefit from them. Business professionals are brought in to cover a wide variety of topics including health care, financial planning, contract negotiation, copyright law, portfolio development, social media, marketing and much more. awc.lifeisartfest.org

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About Life Is Art, Inc.
Life Is Art is a Florida-based 501(c)3 non-profit corporation dedicated to creating positive change in the community with the arts and culture through events and education. We give South Florida artists and civic leaders the tools to thrive and grow, while enhancing the lives of those living in our area. www.lifeisartfest.org

LTNN Workshop Supercharge Your Social Media and E-mail Marketing 4/16/14

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LTNN Workshop: “Supercharge Your Social Media and E-mail Marketing”
ltnnWednesday, April 16, 2014, 8:30AM – 11:30AM
Newman Alumni Center, University of Miami
6200 San Amaro Drive
Coral Gables, FL 33146
Register Online

The Leonard Turkel Nonprofit Network Workshop Series

The Leonard Turkel Nonprofit Network – LTNN is co-hosted by the University of Miami School of Business Administration, School of Education and Human Development, and Catalyst Miami. We are honored to continue offering an incredible series of workshops throughout the Spring 2014 semester. With a focus on strengthening bonds and leadership, attendees will learn ways on how to build a high impact nonprofit.

4/16 Featured Speaker: Alex de Carvalho – Constant Contact’s Educational Marketing Expert and Regional Director for South Florida

Most nonprofits already see the value in connecting with their current and potential customers via social media and email. But the challenge is figuring out what you actually need to do in order to drive real results for your organization. This seminar covers the best practices and winning strategies for driving repeat actions and finding and keeping subscribers, increasing engagement and deliverability rates, writing good subject lines and content, getting readers to take action, and becoming a trusted source. You will learn how to stay top of mind to make it easy for your readers to share your message and act on your initiatives, and for you to measure results.

Limited scholarships available. Please contact Kristine Singer at KristineS@CatalystMiami.org or 305-576-5001 Ext. 112 for more information.

Sushi & Sake 101 4/29/14

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Sushi & Sake 101
Tuesday, 04/29/2014 – 07:00 pm – 09:00 pm
SushiSAMBA Coral Gables
180 Aragon Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33134
Webpage Link
Cost: 85

The class consists of a two-part educational experience. The sake portion is led by SUSHISAMBA’s sake sommelier and includes five flights with an introduction to the history of sake, its common myths, pairing tips and more. From aromatic to aged to sparkling, guests will be exposed to a diverse range of sake from new prefectures every month – be it “sweet and spicy” or “rich and round with a sweet caramel finish.” Participants will not leave hungry and should bring their appetites! Throughout the class, they will enjoy a selection of SUSHISAMBA’s signature dishes, a variety of sushi rolls, edamame, tempura and sashimi.

In the second part of the class, participants will gain insider sushi-making tips from SUSHISAMBA Coral Gables’ Executive Sushi Chef Yasuo Tujimori, including an introduction to the history and traditions of sushi, followed by a demonstration on the selection and preparation of raw fish. But that’s not all – the class will conclude with all participants creating, and enjoying, sushi rolls of their choice! The students will leave the class with an informative take-away booklet designed to help apply their knowledge at home.

The Miami Design District Presents Typography: The Bold And The Beauftiful 4/9/14

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The Miami Design District Presents Typography: The Bold And The Beauftiful
Wednesday, April 9, 2014, 7pm to 9p m
PechaKuchaRooftop Garden
175 NE 40th Street
Miami Design District

An evening program exploring the topic of Typography with a cast of Miami characters including professors, entrepreneurs and publishers // 6 Luminaries x 20 Slides x 20 Seconds

PechaKucha Miami will present its 26th volume on the topic of Typography in collaboration with the Miami Design District and American Institute of Graphic Arts Miami Chapter. Type bombards our daily life in a way that is inescapable. From the exquisite to the mundane, the bold and the beautiful, type plays a very important role in our lives because what we see is almost as important as what we read. Back to back, six speakers will present 20 images each for 20 seconds exploring the importance of type in our visual landscape. Music will be provided by DJ Andie Sweetswirl and photography by Peter Vahan. Speakers include:

– Jill C. Weisberg // Creative Director of Schrift & Farbe with over 12 years of industry experience designing print and digital media.

– Eric Landers // Teaches a variety of courses from three-dimensional design to interactive media and his personal work elucidates conditions and issues related to American culture.

– Alex Vahan // A creative force behind Cushy Gigs which provides a wide spectrum of design services from printing, multiple silkscreen press, street mural painting and hand painted signage.

– Dr. Amanda Alders Pike // She has exhibited, published, and taught internationally on topics related to creativity and is currently President of the Florida Art Therapy Association.

– Augusto Mendoza // He strives to promote printed matter through blogging, publishing and events. Also, he has curated a selection of photography, graphic design and editorials that strive to inspire and educate.

– Jessy Nite // A multidisciplinary artist and graphic designer specializing in interactive, experiential and site-specific installation.

WhereBy Us: Delightful Commutes 4/8/14

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WhereBy Us: Delightful Commutes
Tuesday, 04/08/2014 – 06:00 pm – 08:00 pm
WhereByUs_DelightfulCommutesBannerMiami Light Project
404 NW 26th St,
Miami, Florida 33127
Eventbrite Link
Cost: Free

The commute is one of few things in life that every single one of us experiences. It might be by car a hundred miles across the region, or a ride on the rail, or by bike or on foot or just across the house to a laptop— but we all have to get to work, and most of us spend an unfortunately large amount of time doing it. There’s a lot we can do in the long term to improve how we get around, but in the short term most of us can’t change how long it takes. So instead, we’re asking: How might we create more delightful moments during our commutes?

Join us for a community discussion and brainstorming session at Miami Light Project in Wynwood. We’ll hear from some fellow locals about their commute experiences, hear two experts share examples from other cities, and work together in small groups to create innovative ideas for making our commutes more awesome and enjoyable.

Best of all, we’re putting $3,000 on the table to make the best ideas happen (thanks to Miami Foundation and Knight Foundation).

Food, drink and excellent live music from Avocado Estate will be served.

Doors at 5:30pm. Discussion and Brainstorm 6:00pm-8:00pm.

WhereBy Us: Delightful Commutes 4/8/14

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WhereBy Us: Delightful Commutes
Tuesday, April 8, 2014, 5:30PM – 8:00PM
commutesfb_1_Miami Light Project Inc
404 NW 26th St
Miami, FL 33127
Register Online

The commute is one of few things in life that every single one of us experiences. It might be by car a hundred miles across the region, or a ride on the rail, or by bike or on foot or just across the house to a laptop— but we all have to get to work, and most of us spend an unfortunately large amount of time doing it. There’s a lot we can do in the long term to improve how we get around, but in the short term most of us can’t change how long it takes. So instead, we’re asking: How might we create more delightful moments during our commutes?

Join us for a community discussion and brainstorming session at Miami Light Project in Wynwood. We’ll hear from some fellow locals about their commute experiences, hear two experts share examples from other cities, and work together in small groups to create innovative ideas for making our commutes more awesome and enjoyable.

Best of all, we’re putting $3,000 on the table to make the best ideas happen (thanks to Miami Foundation and Knight Foundation).

Food, drink and excellent live music from Avocado Estate will be served.

Miami Community Leadership Institute 4/22/14

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Miami Community Leadership Institute
Tuesday, 04/22/2014 – 05/17/2014 06:00 pm – 01:00 pm
IMG_1906Miami-Dade College Carrie Meek Entreprenurial Center
6300 NW 7th Avenue,
6300 NW 7th Avenue, Florida 33150
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

Are you looking to create a positive change in your community?

Join us at the NHSSF Community Leadership Institute to learn how to implement valuable strategies that would assist you in strengthening your neighborhood!

Workshop Dates:
Tuesday, April 22 from 6pm-9pm
Saturday, April 26 from 10am-1pm
Tuesday, April 29 from 6pm-9pm
Tuesday, May 6 from 6pm-9pm
Saturday, May 10 from 10am-1pm
Tuesday, May 13 from 6pm-9pm
Saturday, May 17 from 10am-1pm

Learning Outcomes
-Leadership Fundamentals
-Asset Mapping
-Power Mapping
-Data Collection
-Effective Communication Skills
-Campaign Skills
-Action Planning
-and Community Organizing!

To attend this FREE event you MUST fill out an application
available by contacting Eric Larger (Leadership Coordinator) at 305-751-5511, x1152 or ericl@nhssf.org
For your convenience please visit our webpage at nhssf.org for more info on current NHSSF community services!

The Unfinished Black Civil Rights Agenda Post Obama 4/8/14

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The Unfinished Black Civil Rights Agenda Post Obama
Tuesday, 04/08/2014 – 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
KEY-Roland-Foulkes-at-Tyrone-Bryant-Park-on-Tuesday-8th-April-2014-at-10-am-SHARPTyrone Bryant Library
2230 North West 21st Avenue,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33311
Webpage Link
Cost: FREE

“The Unfinished Black Civil Rights Agenda -Gaining the full rights of US Citizenship for ALL Black Americans (Where Do We Go From Here and Post-Obama?)”.

In her 2013 article, “Trayvon Martin, Race, and Anthropology,” Dr. Leith Mullings (President, American Anthropological Association) spoke out, stepped up to, and challenged, conventional wisdom regarding “diversity.” “Diversity,” wrote Mullings, “has become a threadbare term used… to refer to almost any type of variation…[while] admirable…[diversity, expanded, fails] to address the historical injustices of racial exclusion…[and] obscures the systemic character of racism in the United States. All forms of discrimination are lamentable, but they are not equal, nor even necessarily comparable, [they]…require different interventions.” By 2015, our nation will have commemorated several of those key, momentous, interventions targeting extant anti-Black/pro-White racist world-views, laws, systems, beliefs, attitudes, customs, and practices. To date, Civil Rights laws throughout south Florida, and across our nation, have failed (i) to end White privilege, (ii) to abolish, what the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. called, the “Disease of Racism,” and (iii) to close the resulting disparities lived by diverse Black men, women, and children through Euro-centric Educational, Medical, Military and Prison Industrial Complexes. Even with President Barak Obama in the White House! Accordingly, for Dr. Mary Francis Berry (Longtime Former Chairwoman, the United States Commission on Civil Rights), and despite the frenzy over diversity, “The crux of the problem today is there is no [Black] civil rights movement…[because] President Obama is the prize in the minds of most people…at the end of the struggle… [He] was our payoff…” She added, “There will be a [re-vitalized] civil rights movement when Obama is no longer president….and…the problems that Black people have are still here…”

Honoring Women in Media, a Roundtable to Celebrate Women’s History Month 3/29/14

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Honoring Women in Media, a Roundtable to Celebrate Women’s History Month
Saturday, March 29, 2014, Networking, 3 p.m.; Program starts at 4 p.m.
FIU Biscayne Bay Campus
3000 NE 151 Street
North Miami, FL 33181
Bayview Ballroom (Wolf University Center, Room 221)
Cost: $15; $10 for SFBJA members; free for FIU students.

The South Florida Black Journalists Association (SFBJA) and FIU’s chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ) will honor seven key women who have influenced the media and communications. “Women in Media,’’ a roundtable, will be held on Saturday, March 29, 2014, at 3 p.m. at the FIU Biscayne Bay Campus, 3000 NE 151 Street, North Miami, FL 33181 in the Bayview Ballroom (Wolf University Center, Room 221). The honorees, who will share how they have navigated through the industry, include:
Trina Robinson, NBC6 Investigative Anchor;
Carolyn Guniss, managing editor for the South Florida Times;
Suzan McDowell, owner, president, and CEO of Circle of One Marketing;
Yvette N. Harris, founder and lifestyle strategist for Harris Public Relations;
Traci Cloyd, on air personality for WHQT-FM Hot105;
Julia Yarbough, author, media relations specialist for Julia Yarbough Media Group; and
Trenae Floyd, public affairs coordinator for Miami-Dade Commissioner Barbara J. Jordan.

“These are women who have spent their careers delivering news or otherwise facilitating the storytelling process. While many are household names, they often toil without receiving the full amount of recognition they deserve. These women have been “leaning in” well before the best-selling book generated today’s buzzword about women and leadership, ” states SFBJA President Terrence Shepherd.

Each woman was chosen for her distinguished career accomplishments and contributions to the South Florida media landscape. Suzette Maylor will moderate the panel.

The History of Race in American Poetry, presented by Scott Cunningham of O’Miami 4/10/14

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The History of Race in American Poetry, presented by Scott Cunningham of O’Miami
Thursday, 04/10/2014 – 06:00 pm – 09:00 pm
Patricia & Phillip Frost Museum of Science
3280 South Miami Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33129
Webpage Link
Cost: $6.00 per person

Join the Patricia and Phillip Frost Museum of Science in collaboration with the O’Miami annual poetry program. Visitors will have time to explore the RACE exhibition.

Women on the Rise: Teen workshop in collaboration with the Museum of Contemporary Art 4/17/14

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Women on the Rise: Teen workshop in collaboration with the Museum of Contemporary Art
Thursday, 04/17/2014 – 01:30 pm – 04:30 pm
Patricia & Phillip Frost Museum of Science
3280 South Miami Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33129
Webpage Link
Cost: Free with paid museum admission

Sign up for this two-hour workshop on an early release day from public school to explore the intersection of gender and race relations in contemporary art. The teens, lead by MOCA facilitators, will create their own works of art while learning about the perspectives that key contemporary artists have explored through their work. Teens will work in gender specific teams of 15 – boys will explore the work of Kehinde Wiley and girls will explore the work of Shoshanna Weinberger. Following the workshop, teens will have time to explore the RACE exhibition.

For Teens ages 14 to 18. Registration deadline is April 3rd.

MCCJ Film Series: Parallel Lives 4/24/14

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MCCJ Film Series: Parallel Lives
Thursday, 04/24/2014 – 06:00 pm – 09:00 pm
Patricia & Phillip Frost Museum of Science
3280 South Miami Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33129
Webpage Link
Cost: $6.00 per person

Parallel Lives is a documentary detailing the lives of community historians Dr. Arva Moore Parks and Dr. Dorothy Jenkins-Fields, who experience growing up in the community in two very different ways but eventually found their professional and personal connection here in Miami, and went on to build a life-long friendship.

Join the Patricia and Phillip Frost Museum of Science for a post film discussion with Dr. Arva Moore Parks and Dr. Dorothy Jenkins-Fields as they discuss the film and their experiences in Miami. Following the discussion, visitors will have time to explore the RACE exhibition.

Life of Mind Lectures Series is Pleased to Present Renown Author, Professor and Urban Studies Theorist, Dr. Richard Florida 3/20/14

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Life of Mind Lectures Series is Pleased to Present Renown Author, Professor and Urban Studies Theorist, Dr. Richard Florida
Thursday, 03/20/2014 – 01:00 pm – 03:00 pm
Dr.-Richard-FloridaFIU- College of The Architecture and Arts
1120 SW 8th Street, Graham Center # 243 Miami, FL 33199,
Miami, Florida 33199
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

Combining in-depth analysis, cutting-edge trends, compelling personal stories and a touch of humor, Dr. Richard Florida presents his insights into how creativity and the emergent Creative Class are revolutionizing cities and the global economy. Looking toward the future, Florida identifies the patterns that are transforming virtually every
aspect of our lives—from how and where we live, to how we work, to how we invest in individuals and infrastructure, to how we shape our cities and regions.
With statistics and examples, Florida illustrates how creativity and the creative class are the defining features of future economic progress. But if the dawn of this new era of the creative economy poses great opportunities, it also poses grand challenges that need be addressed.
Florida shows how the very same underlying force – the clustering of talented people, economic assets and innovation that propels our economy is also leading to growing inequality and class divides for cities and nations. The key to overcoming these challenges and to future progress, he tells us, is to tap and harness the full creativity of each and very human being. In doing so, he unveils the underlying keys to building great cities that power prosperity and can lead us to happier more fulfilling lives.
Florida lays out how our cities, our economy and our entire culture have reached a great turning point – one that is bigger even than the great transformation from agriculture to industry. He shows how we collectively today can lead to a more prosperous future for cities, nations and people.

Social Media Boot Camp at The LAB Miami 3/31/14

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Social Media Boot Camp at The LAB Miami
Monday, March 31, 2014, 10:00AM – 1:00PM
socialbuzzThe LAB Miami
400 NW 26th Street
Miami, FL 33127
$99 pre-sale through Monday 03/30/14 at 5pm.
$79 for The LAB Miami members!
If event is not sold out tickets will be available at the door for $125.00
Register Online

Fact: “Social Media is over-throwing governments in the Middle-East, do you really have the audacity to think it’s not affecting your business?” –Gary Vaynerchuk

What is your brand doing with Social Media?
Are you using it to increase awareness of your brand?

Join SocialBuzzTV’s own Creator of Buzz and Social Media Strategist, Sebastian Rusk for our next Social Media Boot Camp for an in depth overview on the who, what, why and where of Social Media for your brand!

Space Is Limited To 10 Attendees And Will Fill Up Fast!

SocialBuzzTV is an integrated marketing solution that helps businesses build online communities using social media to create social buzz and local celebrity over their products and services which increases their online presence and word of mouth marketing so they have more customers and die-hard fans.

4 Week Improv Class at Pipeline Brickell 4/8/14

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4 Week Improv Class at Pipeline Brickell
Tuesday, 04/08/2014 – 04/29/2014 06:30 pm – 09:00 pm
Pipeline-1.FlyerPipeline Brickell
1101 Brickell Ave FL,
Miami, Florida 33131
Webpage Link
Cost: $200

Improv helps you gain confidence while thinking on your feet and speaking in front of others. It helps you succeed in your career. No experience in acting or improv necessary! Come join us!

Life Is Art presents Art/Work Connections #18: Instagram Tips with Anthony Jordon 4/15/14

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Life Is Art presents Art/Work Connections #18: Instagram Tips with Anthony Jordon
AWC18-FlyerWebTuesday, April 15, 6:30pm-9:00pm
Eleazar Delgado Studio
111 SW 3rd St. 7th Floor
Miami, FL 33131
in the McCormick Place building
Map
Tickets $10 (pay at the door)
Please Pre-Register

Subject: Instagram Marketing for Artists
Speaker: Anthony Jordon
Photographer, Social Media Consultant

Schedule:
6:30-7:00, Registration
7:00-8:00, Seminar
8:00-9:00, Q&A Social Hour with complimentary Wine & Bites.

Art/Work Connections is a monthly series of seminars presented by Life Is Art featuring business professionals speaking on a variety of topics vital to the success of working artists. This month, Anthony Jordon, professional photographer and social media expert, will teach you all about Instagram, one of the fastest growing social media platforms.

As a primarily visual and aural medium, Instagram is an excellent promotional platform for artists, moviemakers, musicians and performers. It is also rapidly expanding in use among the younger demographic. Do you use Instagram to promote your work? Do you know how to gain new fans and make new connections? What are the best filters or add ons? How do you make great videos on Instagram? Can you make collages or other special effects? Now is your chance to learn to use this amazing and versitile platform.

Anthony Jordon is a Miami-based photographer specializing in engagement, destination wedding, event/social, and portrait photography. In 2013, Anthony organized two major international photography events in Miami; The Scott Kelby Worldwide photowalk, the first of its in Downtown Miami, and Help Portrait Miami, partnering with the Miami Rescue Mission. Anthony has been an online moderator for Cloak Inc.’s One 12 Haiti Solidarity Virtual March, as well as a guest speaker for Photovoice. Credits include Instagram Ambassador for Scope Miami 2012, Heineken Murals/Heineken Light Project Social Media Ambassador Miami and Washington, DC (2012-2013), photographer for Eleazar Delgado, JLPR, Red Bull, GLAAD, Absolut, and Muscle Milk just to name a few. Anthony’s work has also been published in the Miami and Broward-Palm Beach New Times, Miami Magazine, miamiartzine.com and he is a current contributor to Soul Of Miami.

Originally conceived at our home, Eleazar Delgado Studio has always been the artist’s creative space. The idea grew into a gathering place for our friends, mostly artists in their own rights, to showcase their current work and preview concepts. We made it official in 2010 when we opened a public space in Wynwood. Today in addition to being Eleazar’s personal art studio, we host local talents and leaders who need a professional environment to showcase, educate, and enrich the community at large.

About the Art/Work Connections Program
The Art/Work Connections program is a monthly series of business seminars held at galleries and art spaces around South Florida targeted at artists and those working in the arts. Everyone is welcome and can benefit from them. Business professionals are brought in to cover a wide variety of topics including health care, financial planning, contract negotiation, copyright law, portfolio development, social media, marketing and much more.

About Life Is Art, Inc.
Life Is Art is a Florida-based 501(c)3 non-profit corporation dedicated to creating positive change in the community with the arts and culture through events and education. We give South Florida artists and civic leaders the tools to thrive and grow, while enhancing the lives of those living in our area.

Photographs of Life Is Art presents Art/Work Connections 17: Gallery Prep at Yo Space on 3/11/14

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Life Is Art  presents Art/Work Connections 17: Gallery Prep at Yo Space on Tuesday, March 11, 2014.  Our speaker this month was Reed V. Horth  the Gallerist, Curator, Robin Rile Fine Art.

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LBA Academy Open House 4/5/14

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LBA Academy Open House
Saturday, 04/05/2014 – 11:00 am – 03:00 pm
lba-academy-open-house-eviteLatin Builders Association Construction and Business Management Academy Charter High
13835 NW 97th Avenue,
Hialeah, Florida 33018
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

The Latin Builders Association Construction and Business Management Academy Charter High will celebrate its Open House on Saturday, April 5, 2014, where future students can learn about the benefits of attending a public high school with a private-school feel. The first year it opened its doors, the Academy was ranked as an “A” school and placed #1 in Math among all 728 schools with 25% or more ELL students.
The school uses up-to-date technology in the classroom and beyond and offers a paper-free environment: each student is issued an iPad and electronic textbooks. The Academy also offers regular and honors courses such as Dual Enrollment and Advanced Placement.

During the Open House, visitors can meet current students, parents and teachers, and can tour the school and register on the spot, as well as meet with college counselors to explore future career options. Guests will also enjoy entertainment, free lunch and a free iPad case for the first 50 students registered.

NLC Miami Blueprint Conversation Series Why Cities Are Important 3/25/14

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NLC Miami Blueprint Conversation Series Why Cities Are Important
adfbfc8861a45884c0_wrm6ib14nTuesday, March 25, 2014, 6:30 PM – 8:00PM
Miami Center for Architecture and Design
100 NE 1st Ave
Miami, FL 33132
RSVP Online

Event Topic: Innovative City Policy for Miami

Panelists
Carol Colleta – Vice President of Communities and National Initiatives – Knight Foundation
Manny Diaz  – Partner and Former Mayor of the City of Miami – LydeckerDiaz
Doors open promptly at 6PM. Beverages will be served.
 
In Collaboration With AIA Miami and The Miami Herald
 
About the Blueprint Conversation Series
The Blueprint Conversation Series is an initiative of the New Leaders Council of Miami designed to bring people together for discussion around big ideas & pressing issues. We endeavor to engage the public by inviting thoughtful, innovative and passionate community leaders to spark dialogue around issues that affect the future direction of Miami.

Power of Design: Prophets of the Digital Age: Michael Chabon, Jaron Lanier, and Clive Thompson in Dialogue with Kurt Andersen 3/22/14

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Power of Design: Prophets of the Digital Age: Michael Chabon, Jaron Lanier, and Clive Thompson in Dialogue with Kurt Andersen
Saturday, March 22, 2014, 7:00PM – 8:30PM
Pérez Art Museum Miami
1103 Biscayne Boulevard
Miami, FL 33130
RSVP Online
More Info

Dialogue co-organized by The Wolfsonian and Intelligence Squared (London)

free & open to the public with advance registration required

For better or worse? We’re talking technology and its effect on our lives and minds. We’ve gathered three of our most profound thinkers on the digital age for a dialogue chaired by Kurt Andersen, chief justice of the Complaints Court. Speakers: Michael Chabon, author of works including The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay; Jaron Lanier, scientist, musician, visual artist, and author of Who Owns the Future?; and Clive Thompson, science and technology writer and blogger, author of Smarter Than You Think: How Technology is Changing Our Minds for the Better. Event takes place at Perez Art Museum Miami.

Miami Foundation Public Space Challenge Community Meetings 3/5/14-3/26/14

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Miami Foundation Public Space Challenge Community Meetings
logo-psg-1024x350March 5, 6pm
South Dade Regional Library
10750 SW 211 St.

March 6, 6pm
West Dade Regional Library
9445 SW 24th St.

March 12, 6pm
Sherbondy Village Community Center
215 Perviz Ave.
Opa-locka

March 13
Caleb Center
5400 NW 22nd Ave., 4th Floor

March 20
Happy Hour! Perez Art Museum Miami

March 26
Miami Center for Architecture and Design
100 NE 1st Ave.

Come and learn more about the Miami Foundation Public Space Challenge

The Miami Foundation will accept idea submissions March 3rd through April 8th for the 2014 Public Space Challenge. The county-wide challenge will again seek to uncover the best ideas for creating and improving local public spaces. Ideas may be submitted at ourmiami.org/challenge by anyone, including individuals, groups, for-profit companies and nonprofit organizations. Community experts and professional placemakers will identify the top ideas; The Miami Foundation and Health Foundation of South Florida will invest $100,000 and $30,000, respectively, to make the ideas become reality. The program is part of The Miami Foundation’s Our Miami initiative, which fosters community by building attachment to the city, developing public spaces and retaining young talent in Miami.

Prisoner of Her Past Screening and Discussion 3/18/14

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Prisoner of Her Past Screening and Discussion
Tuesday, 03/18/2014 – 07:00 pm –
Prisoner-of-Her-Past-Flyer_V4Aventura Turnberry Jewish Center
20400 NE 30th Ave.,
Aventura, Florida 33180
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

Miami Jewish Health Systems and the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach present an in-depth discussion on late-onset post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in Holocaust survivors with Howard Reich, author and producer of the PBS documentary Prisoner of Her Past.

Reich will screen his award-winning documentary, in which Reich discovers the source of his mother’s struggles with late-onset PTSD – her life on the run as an adolescent, fleeing the Nazis during World War II – a period of her life she previously kept hidden from her son for nearly 60 years.

Afterwards, Dr. Marc Agronin, Miami Jewish Health Systems Director of Mental Health and Clinical Services, will join Reich for an in-depth discussion on why Sonia’s past as a Holocaust survivor affects her today.

Speakers:
• Howard Reich, Author, Chicago Tribune music critic and co-producer of the PBS documentary Prisoner of Her Past

• Marc Agronin, M.D., Director of Mental Health and Clinical Research at Miami Jewish Health Systems

Family Recovery Specialists (Ray Estefania, LMHC, CAP, CIP and Ana Moreno, LMHC, CAP) and the Village of Key Biscayne 3/11/14

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Family Recovery Specialists (Ray Estefania, LMHC, CAP, CIP and Ana Moreno, LMHC, CAP) and the Village of Key Biscayne
Tuesday, 03/11/2014 – 03/11/2014 07:00 pm – 09:00 pm
Key Biscayne Community Center
10 Village Green Way Island Room, 2nd Floor,
Miami, Florida 33149
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

A FREE community, educational seminar to educate families about the dangers of teen and young adult substance use. This event will specifically focus on the misinformation young people are receiving concerning marijuana legalization.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: This seminar will also be presented in Spanish on Friday, March 7th @ 9:30 – 11:30 AM.

Ray Estefania is an addiction specialist and Co-founder and Executive Director of Family Recovery Specialists, a Miami based treatment program and recovery practice. He is also a member of the board of directors of Informed Families, a nationally known prevention organization. Mr. Estefania is a widely recognized speaker to schools, parent groups and community organizations and has been a guest on both radio and television programs on topics related to prevention, parenting, addiction and recovery.

Public launch of India’s Elephants 3/7/14

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Public launch of India’s Elephants
Friday, 03/07/2014 – 08:00 pm – 12:00 am
Public launch of India’s Elephants
265 Aragon Avenue,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Webpage Link
Cost:

On Friday, March 7, 2014, from 8PM photographer/author Annette Bonnier will host a public launch of India’s Elephants at Books & Books in Coral Gables (265 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL 33134, (305) 442-4408). The vividly colored photo book documents India’s most mystical and revered animals, and their relationship with their keepers. The launch will also play host to an exhibition of framed images for sale. Print sizes will be 35 X 49 in. and 28 X 39 in., all of which will be signed.
India’s Elephants offers candid images of mahouts (keepers) and the elephants with which they work. The photo book is organized by themes including elephants in their natural habitat, decoratively painted and beaded for religious festivals, blessing patrons in temples, and captivating underwater photography showing elephants swimming in the ocean.
By contrast, Bonnier also captures the elephants interacting with humanity and the country’s booming industrialism: performing and training in the local circus, partaking in elephant polo for sport, interacting with ogling tourists and their cameras, and working in the logging industry.
The hard cover book retails for $85.00. A special limited edition, which comes signed and numbered, is priced at $350.00 and includes a linen slipcase. A portion of proceeds will benefit the Asian Nature Conservation Foundation (ANCF), the charity which Bonnier admires dearly for their work in education, conservation, and domestic management benefiting the Asian Elephant.

Museum Forum: Civil Rights in Miami 3/1/14

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Museum Forum: Civil Rights in Miami
Saturday, 03/01/2014 – 02:00 pm – 03:00 pm
front1South Dade Regional Library
10750 SW 211 St.,
Cutler Bay, Florida 33189
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

HistoryMiami is hosting the second event in its series, a panel discussion with some of South Florida’s greatest civil rights pioneers at South Dade Regional Library. Moderated by Bea Hines, the first African-American woman on Miami Herald’s reporting staff, the panel will also include H.T. Smith, Florida International University Law professor, and Garth Reeves, founder of Miami’s oldest and largest black newspaper, The Miami Times.

The Center for Literature and Theatre at MDC welcomes Colombian Ex-President Andres Pastrana 3/4/14

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The Center for Literature and Theatre at MDC welcomes Colombian Ex-President Andres Pastrana
Tuesday, 03/04/2014 – 07:00 pm – 09:00 pm
9789588806303_MEMORIAS-OLVIDADAS-403x640Miami Dade College Wolfson Campus
300 NE 2nd Avenue,
miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

The Center for Literature and Theatre @MDC welcomes Colombian Ex-President Andrés Pastrana as he presents Memorias Olvidadas (Forgotten Memories). Pastrana’s kidnapping by Pablo Escobar, and their long conversations; the origins of the “narcocassettes”, tape-recordings which probe how drug cartels bought the Presidential Election on 1994; the persistence of Ingrid Betancourt, which led to her kidnapping by FARC guerilla, and forgotten chapters with President Clinton and Fujimori, among others, are some of the themes discussed in this fascinating book. Memorias Olvidadas is a revealing, honest and controversial book that unveils some of Colombian History’s hidden truths.

The Next Social Marketing Revolution 3/4/14

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The Next Social Marketing Revolution
Tuesday, March 4, 2014 from 5:00PM to 7:30PM
McCormick Place
111 SW 3rd Street
Miami, FL 33130
Cost:    Complimentary
RSVP by 2/28/2014, this is a limited capacity event.
RSVP Online

Attendees will be eligible to receive a copy of Ed Keller’s award winning book, "The Face-to-Face: Why Real Relationships Rule Even in a Digital Marketplace" 

The Keller Fay Group, Crispin Porter + Bogusky, & Telemundo Invite you to An Executive Briefing: The Next Social Marketing Revolution New insights into how to drive brand advocacy and grow your business

Join us for an insider’s look into ways to tap the power of consumer conversations and turbocharge your marketing investment. You’ll hear from three leaders in the new social marketing revolution, Ed Keller, CEO of the Keller Fay Group, Carter Nance, Executive Vice President of Crispin Porter + Bogusky, and Gregg Liebman, Senior Vice President with Telemundo.

Ed will challenge you to think about whether you are engaging fully with today’s social consumer, or are you limiting yourself .  He explains why real relationships still rule, even in today’s digital age, and why all media are social.  Ed will share eye opening case studies about word of mouth success stories from his newest book,   The Face-to-Face Book, recently named 2013’s Best Marketing Book by the American Marketing Association.

Carter will share insights into the Crispin Porter process and how the agency incorporates word of mouth from the starting blocks. Participants will take away new ideas and strategies for designing successful social marketing programs.

Gregg will look at the role Hispanics play in a paid, owned, and earned media world. He will also introduce us to Los Influyentes, or the Hispanic Influentals.  He will show how Hispanics engage in word of mouth and the impact TV advertising has on their conversations and brand recommendations.

Whether you’re interested in raising your brand awareness, turbocharging sales and ROI through social influence, or want to network with your media and marketing peers, you won’t want to miss this eye-opening event.

Miami Arts Marketing Project What Counts in Corporate Sponsorship 2/25/14

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Miami Arts Marketing Project What Counts in Corporate Sponsorship
mampTues, Feb 25, 9am-12pm
The Adrienne Arsht Center
1300 Biscayne Blvd
Miami, FL

Lisa Merritt, Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations at Perez Art Museum Miami
Etain Connor. High Tide Initiatives, MAMP: Facilitator
Stephen Belth, Arts Marketing Netwok, MAMP: Facilitator
George Neary, Greater Miami Convention & visitors Bureau, MAMP: Master of Ceremonies
Aubrey Swanson, AUBOOM Media
Noelle Galperin, Galperin Associates, Inc.
Lourdes Balepogi, Chispa Marketing
Suzette Espinosa, Adrienne Arsht Center

Hosted by Arts & Business Council of Miami
Laura Bruney, Executive Director, Arts & Business Council of Miami
Sonia Hendler, Manager of Programs & Communication, Arts & Business Council of Miami

The Center for Literature and Theatre at MDC presentsMemoir 101 with MJ Fievre 2/24/14

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The Center for Literature and Theatre at MDC presentsMemoir 101 with MJ Fievre
Monday, 02/24/2014 – 04/14/2014 06:30 pm – 08:30 pm
logo1Miami Dade College Wolfson Campus
300 NE 2nd avenue,
miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link
Cost: 170

This workshop will help writers develop specific skills to tell their personal stories with a crafted sensibility. Participants will learn to focus their narrative voice, find a story’s arc, and use scene, characterization, and dialogue to organize the raw material of their lives. Work written during the workshop will be discussed in a non-judgmental environment designed to support each other’s individual skills. We’ll explore the differences between autobiography and memoir and address the idea of self-disclosure. We’ll also discuss the “gray areas” of nonfiction, including the tension between emotional and factual truth, and ideas about truth telling for memoirists. All levels welcome.

The Center for Literature and Theatre presents Finish Your Novel- the TV way! with Anjanette Delgado 3/1/14

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The Center for Literature and Theatre presents Finish Your Novel- the TV way! with Anjanette Delgado
Saturday, 03/01/2014 – 04/05/2014 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
logo2Books and Books
265 Aragon Avenue,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Webpage Link
Cost: 125

Using techniques of television series head writers or show runners who must create entire worlds from top to bottom under strict ($$$) deadline pressure, this course will teach you how to organize it all, how to know what to keep and what to toss, and how to keep your inspiration level high throughout the long-form story process.

The Center for Literature and Theatre at MDC presents The Poets’ Place with Adrian Castro 4/5/14

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The Center for Literature and Theatre @MDC presents The Poets’ Place with Adrian Castro
Saturday, 04/05/2014 – 04/26/2014 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
logo3Books and Books
265 Aragon Avenue,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Webpage Link
Cost: 100

In this workshop, we will examine poems both from workshop participants and other poets that exemplify the use of place. We will also ask where is that place? Where is that physical place, that geographical place, and also where is that mental place? Is that place real, nostalgic, dreamt, etc.? Participants will bring to the workshop poems with these themes. Feedback will be given based on the Liz Lerhman method, which focuses feedback beginning from the artist place of inspiration and creative space, then from the reader’s/listener’s perspective—i.e. what the reader thought, felt, assimilated while reading the poem. Lastly, poets will be encouraged to appropriately render their poems out aloud—from their voice, their perspective, their place.

The Center for Literature and Theatre presents Structuring Fiction and Nonfiction with David Beaty 2/20/14

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The Center for Literature and Theatre presents Structuring Fiction and Nonfiction with David Beaty
Thursday, 02/20/2014 – 04/10/2014 06:30 pm – 08:30 pm
logoMiami Dade College Wolfson Campus
300 NE 2nd Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link
Cost: 170

What makes a good beginning? How can we develop a story? How can we bring our stories to an effective end? There will be short writing exercises in class; most importantly, students will be expected to bring in their own stories or nonfiction pieces to be read and discussed by the class.