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Miami International Piano Festival’s March Master Series takes a Fresh Look At the Classics in a Tribute to the Genius of the French Impressionists 3/3/13

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Miami International Piano Festival’s March Master Series takes a Fresh Look At the Classics in a Tribute to the Genius of the French Impressionists
Sunday, 03/03/2013, 03:45 pm – 05:45 pm
mastersseries-creative20220Broward Center For The Performing Arts
205 SW 5th Ave ,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33312
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Miami, FL (January 24, 2013) In a bold programming move, the Piano Festival presents three consecutive days in homage to the music of Claude Debussy – celebrating of the 150th anniversary of his birth – and the composers who are frequently associated with the French Impressionist movement – Ravel, Faure and Messaien.

From Sunday through Tuesday, March 3 – 5, four unique programs will be presented at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts in Fort Lauderdale by some of the world’s most impressive masters of the keyboard.
The Master Series opens with a Sunday matinee performance by Francesco Libetta (Italy), dubbed the “pianist of the impossible” by filmmaker Bruno Monsaingeon, Libetta has earned a reputation for his brilliant and personal interpretations of the classics’ most challenging repertoire.

His 3:00 p.m. recital will include works by the true “Geniuses of Impressionism” – Godard, Debussy, Saint Saens, Fauré, and Ravel. Of his 2009 Festival performance, Alan Becker wrote, “Libetta, hands, possibly taken over by demons, took all of the tortures in stride and left the audience amazed that the unbelievable had taken place before them.”

That same evening, the Festival turns the stage over to Konstantin Lifschitz (Russia), who will focus on a “Tribute to Debussy” in honor of the 150th anniversary of the composer’s birth in August of 1862. In 2008 Lifschitz made Festival history by performing both books of Bach’s Well Tempered Clavier.

“Yet so naturally poetic and expressive was his playing that he made it seem as if the entirety of the modern piano repertory lay nascent in these 48 pieces,” wrote the NY Times. Debussy will be no less thrilling in the hands of this great Master as he presents his thoughtful interpretations of works such as L’isle joyeuse, 6 epigraphes antiques, Soiree dans Grenade and all the Preludes from Book One.
On Monday evening, Festival audiences are in for a special treat as not one, but two artists collaborate to bring works by Debussy, Ravel and Messiaen to life!

Konstantin Lifschitz (Russia) and Francesco Libetta (Italy) will showcase the amazing versatility and depth of these composers in their works specifically written for two pianos.

To conclude the 2013 Master Series, the Festival has put together a special chamber program of French Impressionist jewels featuring three collaborative geniuses: pianist, Misha Dacic (Serbia), violinist, Gilles Apap (France), and cellist Dimitri Maslennikov (Russia).

Included in their program will be Debussy’s Violin Sonata in G minor, Ravel’s Cello Sonata, and Fauré’s Piano Trio in D minor. A local favorite, Dacic was first brought to the U.S. by the Festival in 2003 and it was just a matter of time until the Festival could find the perfect opportunity to pair him with the eclectic French violinist, Gilles Apap. Joined by cellist Maslennikov, the Master Series’ grande finale will be Ravel’s Piano Trio in A minor.

Inspiration for the musical content of the Trio came from a wide variety of sources, from Basque dance to Malaysian poetry and is regarded as a technical masterpiece.

After the intermission of each performance, guest lecturer Stuart Isacoff will shed light on the repertoire’s historical context. Isacoff is an award-winning writer, pianist, composer and lecturer who performs and lectures across North America and Europe.

He is the author of A Natural History of the Piano (Knopf, 2011), as well as the highly acclaimed Temperament (Knopf/Vintage, 2003).

“As we celebrate 16 years of a truly enriching and exciting journey into the world of the piano, the Masters Series has become a vehicle for digging deeply into the profound repertoire of the composers,” noted the Miami International Piano Festival’s Artistic Director Giselle Brodsky. “During these intense explorations of a single composer or in this year’s case an entire genre, these musical jewels can enjoy new life in the hands of today’s great masters.”

CONCERT & TICKET INFO:
WHEN: March 3 – 5, 2013
WHERE: Broward Center for the Performing Arts,205 SW 5th Ave Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312
TICKETS: $15 – $50 (1/2 price tickets available for students with I.D.)
$120 for a four program subscription
By phone: 954-462-0222; On-line: www.BrowardCenter.org

Bill Dean’s Birthday At Terra Veritatis Historic Estate 3/1/13

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Bill Dean’s Birthday At Terra Veritatis Historic Estate
WilliamHDeanBirthdayEflyerFriday, March 1, 2013 at 8:00pm
Terra Veritatis
4949 Pine Tree Drive
Miami Beach, FL
RSVP is mandatory, RSVP@capponigroup.com

After two years of dedication and hard work, the Capponi Construction Group has completely revitalized one of Miami Beach’s most important historical estates, the former SS Kresge Estate.
 
You are invited to the most incredible black tie affair in honor and celebration of William H. Dean’s Birthday, owner of the new Terra Veritatis. The historic estate is an 18,000-square-foot waterfront property on 2.5 acres that combines the luxury of a tropical urban escape with the serenity of an exclusive waterfront residence.
 
Prepare to be inspired and entertained by the theatrical performances of the YoungArts Foundation, generously provided by Sarah Arison along with sounds by DJ Irie. The YoungArts Foundation was created to identify and support the nation’s most outstanding emerging artists by providing them with life-changing experiences, access to significant scholarships, and to encourage the pursuit of careers in the arts.

Giralda Under the Stars in Coral Gables 3/1/13

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Giralda Under the Stars
GiraldaFriday, March 1st, 7pm to midnight
Downtown Coral Gables’ Restaurant Row
100 block of Giralda Ave between Ponce de Leon Blvd and Galiano Street

Coral Gables will be bustling with al fresco dining and live entertainment as part of Giralda Under the Stars.

The 100 block of Giralda will be closed to vehicular traffic and visitors to Downtown Coral Gables will be able to stroll down Restaurant Row for a few magical hours on Friday night, March 1st. Eleven of Downtown Coral Gables restaurants and bars will fill the street with tables and chairs and serve patrons under the stars. There will be live music, art, and cool weather to enjoy!

From the local dinner crowd looking to walk to their favorite neighborhood restaurant to the traveling gourmand seeking a new scene, Restaurant Row in Downtown Coral Gables has something for every palate. Locals and foodies alike can enjoy Vietnamese, Spanish, Italian and Mexican cuisines among other ethnic and eclectic culinary options.

For reservations, please call the restaurant of your choice.

Participating restaurants and bars include:
Bangkok Bangkok II
Castelluccio
Costazul Peruvian Cuisine
Diane’s Kitchen (coming soon)
Doggis Sports Bar and Grill
Miss Saigon
Spizzigo
Spris
Talavera Cocina Mexicana
The Bar
The Local

LISTA’s National Emerging Technology Leadership Summit 3/4/13

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LISTA’s National Emerging Technology Leadership Summit
Monday, 03/04/2013, 08:30 am – 07:00 pm
Picture 022Miami Dade College Wolfson Campus Chapman Auditorium
300 N.E. 2nd Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33132
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José M. Hernández, NASA astronaut and an engineer, will speak at the LISTA National Emerging Technology Leadership Summit on Monday March 4th 2013, followed by a Q and A period and “Reaching for the Stars” book signing. His motivational presentation, will discuss the importance of reaching for the stars and obtaining your goals. The event, which is open to all and to the press, will be held at the Miami Dade Collge, Wolson Campus Chapman Auditorium.

“Our goal at LISTA is to encourage our members to think big and conquer obstacles,” said Mr. Jose A. Marquez-Leon, National CEO of LISTA. “There is an entire segment of Latinos who are seeking opportunities in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math and don’t see where they fit in, this exciting speaker will demonstrate that there are endless career possibilities to be gained by earning an education and developing a solid game plan for your life.”

The son of Mexican immigrants, Hernández was born in French Camp, Calif. He grew up working in the farm fields of Southern California. In August 2009, Hernández served as a mission specialist with the STS-128 crew aboard the space shuttle Discovery. During their 14-day mission on the International Space Station, the crew traveled more than 5.7 million miles.

“I am excited about the conversation which will take place when astronaut Hernandez speaks to our members,” said David Contreras, Southwest Regional Vice President and Co-founder, Latinos in Information Sciences and Technology Association. “We are thankful for this experience and NASA for their support.”

LISTA Emerging Technology Leadership Summit is Sponsored by:
AT&T, Aetna, Comcast, Cigna, Coca Cola, City of Miami, Miami Dade College, WorldPay, Ford Motor Company, NCTA, Praxis, StateFarm and Verizon

The Event will be held at the Miami Dade College Wolfson Campus
Chapman Auditorium
300 N.E. 2nd Avenue
Miami, 33132
Monday, March 4th and 5th, 2011
7:30 AM to 5:30 PM (ET)
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About Jose Hernandez (Bio) (http://www.astrojh.com/)
José Hernández is an American engineer and NASA astronaut of Mexican descent. He developed equipment for full-field digital mammography at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory before serving as a mission specialist on the 14-day STS-128 NASA mission which launched on August 28, 2009. Hernández will discuss the influence his cultural background has played on his path from farming with his family as a child to his successful engineering career. Hernández earned a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from the University of the Pacific in Stockton, Calif., and a master’s degree in electrical and computer engineering from the University of California at Santa Barbara.

About LISTA (www.techlatino247.org)
LISTA Mission is to educate, motivate and encourage the use of technology in the Latino community and empowering them to bridge the digital divide. Founded in 1997 LISTA promotes the utilization of the technology sectors for the empowerment of the Latino community. We are an organization that is committed to bringing various elements of Technology under one central hub to facilitate our partners, members and the community with the leverage and education they need to succeed in a highly advanced technologically driven society.www.techlatino.org

CONTACT:
John Simmons
800-775-0889
simmonsj@a-lista.org
Latino in Information Sciences and Technology Association
New York, Washington DC, Atlanta

Chart-Topping Singer Kristine W to Guest Star in The Knockouts Burlesque Show

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Chart-Topping Singer Kristine W to Guest Star in The Knockouts Burlesque Show
KristineWFriday, 03/08/2013, 09:00 pm – 10:30 pm
Seminole Casino Coconut Creek
5550 NW 40 Street
Coconut Creek, Florida 33073
Website Link

The newest sensation to seduce South Florida, The Knockouts Burlesque Show, features glamorous girls taking the stage with guest star Kristine W for a night filled with decadent burlesque dancing. The show builds intrigue by teasing its audience with bits and pieces that peel off one layer at a time as the night goes on. Highly entertaining and fast paced, the spectacle dazzles with plenty of sparkle, tassels and props for more than an hour. The Knockouts perform under the direction of Emmy-nominated choreographer Glenn Douglas Packard who has worked with Michael Jackson, Usher and Destiny’s Child.

World’s Greatest Variety Show 3/8/13

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World’s Greatest Variety Show
Sunday, 03/08/2013, 01:00 pm – 03:30 am
Colony Theatre
1040 Lincoln Rd,,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
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FREE

the WORLD’S Greatest Variety Artists will showcase their talents Friday March 8th 1pm at the Colony Theatre on Lincoln Rd Miami Beach. Free for all ages to attend. Come see one of the original “phantom”of the opera singers, world champion magicians, jugglers from around the globe.

Modern Luxury Brides South Florida and The Caribbean’s “Evening of Bridal Luxury” 3/3/13

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Modern Luxury Brides South Florida and The Caribbean’s “Evening of Bridal Luxury”
Sunday, 03/03/2013, 04:30 pm – 07:30 pm
7078eveningbridalluxMandarin Oriental, Miami
500 Brickell Key Drive,
Miami, Florida 33131
Webpage Link

On Sunday, March 3 from 4:30 to 8 PM, Modern Luxury Brides South Florida and The Caribbean will host the first ever “Evening of Bridal Luxury.” The event, catering to upscale brides, is unlike any other in the market and will offer guests the only chance to see the 2013 Vera Wang Bridal Collection on the runway in South Florida.

The event will begin with complimentary cocktails by Remy Cointreau and bites by the culinary experts at the Mandarin Oriental, Miami, while guests peruse a gallery of favorite wedding moments shot by the area’s top photographers. Attendees will then be escorted into the ballroom for the much-anticipated Vera Wang runway show, which will highlight the designer’s 2013 collection.

After the show, attendees will be invited into a KARLA Conceptual Event Experiences showcase featuring some of the most luxurious décor trends in bridal for the upcoming season. There, sounds by Scratch Weddings and a special performance by LITUS Music will provide unique entertainment, perfect for the bride who wants something different for her big day.

Tickets for the event are available on www.BridesSFL.Eventbrite.com at $65 for brides and $25 for guests. Bride tickets include a luxury swag bag filled with items to help every betrothed on her wedding day such as Vera Wang Lovestruck perfume, stationary, vendor discounts and more.

Turn it Upside Down: Handstands and Arm Balances 3/2/13

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Turn it Upside Down: Handstands and Arm Balances
Saturday, 03/02/2013, 02:00 pm – 04:00 pm
Rina-Yoga-Event-FlyerRInag Yoga, Inc.
RIna Yoga Coral Gables,
2490 Coral Way, Florida 33145
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Everyone can develop a beautiful inversion practice, but fears hold us back and make us feel heavy. In this workshop Professor Donato, from the Budokon® University, will share the techniques that make getting upside down easy and accessible for all. Donato’s teaching style is fun, engaging, motivating and inspirational, with a strong emphasis on fluidity, control, balance, and discipline. He is a 200-hour Budokon® Yoga teacher, and a life-long martial artist.

Students of all levels are welcome. If you are a beginner, build a solid foundation. If you are so advanced you could work in a circus, challenge yourself to learn some new tricks.

RSVP required. Limited space available. Email Rosa to RSVP and for more information: rosa@rinayoga.com

Free MAM Family Festival 3/9/13

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Free MAM Family Festival
Saturday, 03/09/2013, 01:00 pm – 04:00 pm
famfestMiami Art Museum
101 West Flagler Street,
Miami, Florida 33130
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Enjoy a day of family, culture and fun at Miami Art Museum’s Free Family Festival. Take an exhibition tour of New Work Miami 2013 and participate in Miami-themed individual and collective collaging with exhibition artist Moira Holohan. On the Cultural Center Plaza, participate in inclusive super-size chalk drawing and Pogo Paint Pole prints with “Zot Artz,” enjoy face painting, and dance to a DJ. Inside, a quieter “Miami Marina” space will feature soothing sound and lower lighting where little sailboats will be created and colorfully customized.

Miami’s Economic Wave of Opportunity Event 3/7/13

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Miami’s Economic Wave of Opportunity Event
Thursday, 03/07/2013, 08:00 am – 10:00 am
event_dropin1Biltmore Hotel
1200 Anastasia Avenue,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
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With the expansion of the Panama Canal an influx of business will be coming to Miami. Miami’s Economy Wave of Opportunity Event, hosted by Miami Growth Advisors, is designed to help business owners prepare for the opportunity that’s coming their way.

The discussion panel includes:
Ken Roberts, founder of WorldCity Inc.
Marlon Hill, founding partner of Delancyhill, P.A.,
Katy Sorenson, President and CEO of The Good Government Initiative at the University of Miamiand former Miami-Dade County Commissioner
The Moderator is Jody Johnson, President and Co-Owner of ActionCOACH Business Coaching firm in Miami.

Check out the website for more information, http://www.miamigrowthadvisors.com/

BRIO celebrates National Ravioli Day with half-priced ravioli 3/19/13

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BRIO celebrates National Ravioli Day with half-priced ravioli
Tuesday, March 19, 2013
BRIO at The Falls in Miami
8888 SW 136 Street
Miami, FL 33176

Reservations are highly suggested and can be made by calling a local BRIO Tuscan Grille.  For more information including locations, please visit www.BrioItalian.com. The National Ravioli Day celebration excludes Tuscan Tasters and large pans.

In honor of National Ravioli Day, BRIO Tuscan Grille (BRIO) locations in South Florida will offer ravioli dishes at half price on Tuesday, March 19, 2013.
 
BRIO locations in South Florida are at The Falls in Miami, The Village at Gulfstream Park in Hallandale Beach, The Shops at Pembroke Gardens in Pembroke Pines, The Shops at Boca Center in Boca Raton, CityPlace in West Palm Beach, and The Gardens Mall in Palm Beach Gardens. BRIO is a BRAVO | BRIO Restaurant Group (Nasdaq: BBRG) concept.
 
Guests are invited to celebrate National Ravioli Day at BRIO on March 19 by enjoying classic BRIO dishes along with special offerings. “The National Ravioli Day celebration is an exciting way to showcase some of our classics and create special menu selections for our guests,” said Phil Yandolino, founding chef of BRAVO | BRIO Restaurant Group.
 
Ravioli Caprese, Romano crusted ravioli topped with tomatoes, fresh Mozzarella and cilantro pesto drizzle, is an appetizer offered all day for $5.25. A glass of the Sartori Family Reserve Pinot Grigio (Veneto, Italy) for $7.75 is the perfect complement to this delicious appetizer.
 
Ravioli Alla Vodka, offered all day for $7.75, is Ricotta-filled cheese ravioli with pancetta, garlic, basil and a rich tomato cream sauce.
 
Ravioli Di Bello is a scrumptious Portobello ravioli with Cremini mushrooms, tomatoes, Parmigiano-Reggiano and fresh thyme in a champagne brown butter sauce. BRIO is offering the lunch portion for $5.97, and the dinner portion for $7.72. This dish pairs nicely with a glass of Porta Palo Merlot (Sicily, Italy) for $6.75. Porta Palo, made exclusively for BRIO, perfectly balances the heartiness of the mushrooms.
 
Cheese Ravioli Al Forno, offered all day for $6.75, is Ricotta-filled ravioli with housemade tomato and Alfredo sauces, striped with basil pine nut pesto.

Speaking Sustainably Film and Lecture Series at the Deering Estate at Cutler 2/27/13

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98Speaking Sustainably Film and Lecture Series at the Deering Estate at Cutler
Wednesday, February 27, 2013
Deering Estate at Cutler
16701 SW 72 Ave.
Miami FL 33157
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The End of the Line screening and discussion
The critically acclaimed documentary, The End of the Line, reveals the impact of overfishing on the world’s oceans. It examines the effects of the global love affair with fish as food and the implications of a future with no fish that could bring mass starvation. The End of the Line follows investigative reporter Charles Clover across the Straits of Gibraltar to the coasts of Senegal and Alaska to the Tokyo fish market – featuring top scientists, indigenous fishermen and fisheries enforcement officials

The Art of Seduction Grand opening at The Vault 2/28/13

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The Art of Seduction Grand opening at The Vault
Thursday, 02/28/2013, 10:00 pm – 05:00 am226982_10200654496674507_557018677_n The Vault
139 NE 1st Street,
Miami, Florida 33132
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The grand opening of the Vault re-introduces burlesque to downtown Miami

Thursday February 28 will mark the grand opening of The Vault with a little “Ooo la-la” as they look to bring back the lost art of Burlesque on a weekly basis. This new speak-easy will look to push the envelope and add a new flavor to the up and coming downtown area. Located at 139 NE 1st Street, in the historic Dade Commonwealth Building it inconspicuous exterior hints at nothing, as too what lay inside.

The Vault’s “Art Of Seduction” Thursdays will offer up a new twist on the nightlife scene reminiscent of a by-gone era with sexy, seedy, dance den sure to make you shake your tail feathers and enjoy tantalizing, thought provoking performances brought to you by Circ X, Remy Martin and McAllan Whisky.

“ I want people to come and be surprised at the best kept secret in Miami. I wanted to create an environment where you can dance, drink and watch a sexy show with your date. We want to bring back the sexy side of burlesque but always leaving something to the imagination. It is time for something different in Miami and this is it!” Said Nick Betancourt – Creator and Partner.

Guests will enjoy open bar from 10pm to 11pm and complementary drinks by Remy Martin, McAllan, Piper-Heidsieck and Cointreau Noir and no cover charge until 12pm.

Don’t miss the sexiest grand opening of Miami and remember what happens in The Vault, stays in The Vault. For Table reservations 786-250-7735

From ESPN SportsCenter to Miami Beach ArtCenter: Anchor Don Bell Brings Photo Exhibit to Miami Beach 3/2/13

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From ESPN SportsCenter to Miami Beach ArtCenter: Anchor Don Bell Brings Photo Exhibit to Miami Beach
Saturday, 03/02/2013, 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Screen-Shot-2013-02-25-at-7.59.47-PMArtCenter South Florida
810 Lincoln Road, Studio 201,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
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ESPN Anchor, Don Bell, displays his talent as a fine art photographer. He is a guest artist at Andre Allen’s studio at ArtCenter South Florida.

Bell’s exhibit, Cinematic Streets, is a colorful series that captures the stirring motion and dramatic stillness of the streets. It examines the occurrence when the usual becomes unique.

Don Bell, an Emmy Award winning sportscaster, began shooting decades ago. When he is not hosting SportsCenter, he is behind the camera capturing life’s priceless but fleeting moments.

Join us in supporting Don Bell as he brings his photography to Miami Beach, FL.

Locals Only! 9 Day 2 WMC 2013 This is Miami These are the locals. 3/16/13

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Locals Only! 9 – DAY2 – 3/16 WMC 2013 – This is Miami… These are the locals.
Saturday, 03/16/2013, 10:00 pm – 05:00 am
lo9-2013-main-jpg-edit1Austen’s
1555 Washington Ave,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
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Locals Only! 9 DAY2

This is Miami… These are the locals!

For the 9th year we bring you the original Locals Only! WMC event. Hear some of your favorite local DJs, Producers, and Recording artists in the Miami EDM scene on the first 2 days of WMC 2013. This one is for old friends and new to get down to some of your favorite of Miami locals! And as always, a FREE WMC event.

Saturday 3.16:

Locals Only! welcomes back two talents that haven’t played this event for a bit… Stryke, and QBA! And welcomes for the first time, Black Nation Records’ Ray Nicholes, and the elusive Paolo Fox!

Featuring:
*Stryke (Plastic City, Circle Music)
*QBA (Parantula)
*DJ Nova (Black Nation, Packed Music, Parallel 125)
*Ray Nicholes (Black Nation, Packed Music, Parallel 125)
*Josh Morelli (Magic Circus, State of the Scene)
*ΔLMOST HUMΔN (Magic Circus)
*Paolo Fox (MIA)

Locals Only! 9 Day 1 WMC 2013 This is Miami These are the locals. 3/15/13

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Locals Only! 9 – DAY1 – 3/15 WMC 2013 – This is Miami… These are the locals.
Friday, 03/15/2013, 10:00 pm – 05:00 am
lo9-2013-main-jpg-editAusten’s
1555 Washington Ave,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
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Locals Only! 9 DAY1

This is Miami… These are the locals!
For the 9th year we bring you the original Locals Only! WMC event. Hear some of your favorite local DJs, Producers, and Recording artists in the Miami EDM scene on the first 2 days of WMC 2013. This one is for old friends and new to get down to some of your favorite of Miami locals! And as always, a FREE WMC event.

Friday 3.15:
More than just the opening night of WMC, Locals, and a reason to boogie… It’s also a
celebration for The Chib… Andrew Chibale’s Birthday, the return of DJ Sammy O, and the
welcoming of DJ Roland to this annual gathering!

Featuring:
*Andrew Chibale (Grouper Recordings, Salted Music)
*DJ Roland (Nervous Records, Kontor Records)
*Sebastian Cariaga (Escada Music)
*James Stratus (State of the Scene)
*Alan Stenback (Cable Recordings)
*Sammy O (Southside Recordings, Pro One Music)
*SoulXpres – Dennis Baker+Joanne Baker, Live PA (SoulXpres)

Men’s Fashion Runway Event by Elektrik Boutique to Benefit The Brian Neal Foundation 3/1/12

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Men’s Fashion Runway Event by Elektrik Boutique to Benefit The Brian Neal Foundation
Friday, 03/01/2013, 08:00 pm – 02:00 am
DAPUR-Friday-March-1-2013-Official-Launch_ProofDapur Asian Tapas Restaurant & Lounge
1620 N Federal Highway ,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33305
Webpage Link

Phoenix Fridays W/ Dj Maximus 3000
** The Official Kick Off Party **Featuring Urban-Chic Fashions For Men on the Runway by:
Elektrik Boutique Las Olas
The Green Mile Colombian Emerald Specialists
8pm-10pm
*Raffle Fundraiser for The Brian Neal Fitness & Health Foundation in Conjunction with Mr Nonprofit, Tony Beall
*Complimentary Champagne for Ladies
Featuring Miami Based DJ/Producer
MAXIMUS 3000
( www.facebook.com/djmaximus3000 | www.twitter.com/djmaximus3000 )
Performing live high energy, Video Mash-Ups on the Giant Screens
Featured Cocktail:
The Award-Winning Dartsmoor Martini
$8. 10pm-12am
Sponsored by:
Allure Rejuvenation & Anti-Aging Spa
www.AllureVIP.com
Stork’s Bakery & Cafe
SexDrive Energy Drink
www.TrafficSchoolsofFlorida.com
www.TheGreenMileCo.com

Hosted by:
Edi Mulyanto
Owner, Dapur Asian Tapas & Lounge
Erin Mia Milchman
KGKG Member, Human Rights Activist, CEO Erin Mia Milchman, Inc
Brian Neal
Owner & Founder of The Brian Neal Health & Fitness Foundation
Tony Beall
Owner & Founder of Mr Nonprofit, Synergistic Solutions for Nonprofit OrganizationsSTACY Goren
Owner & Lead Stylist at Elektrik Boutique, Las Olas
Maritza Bedoya
KGKG Member, Human Rights Activist & Advocate for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Rudy Rafuls
Founder & President, Dramatic Events & Ingenious Promotions, Human Rights Activist, Go-To Guy for Celebrity Studded Events
Rick Morgan
KGKG Member, Equality Advocate, Human Rights Activist & Cutesy Teddy Bear
Eddie Sierra
KGKG Member, CEO & President at SimaFinancial Services, Activist for Children & Elders
Dr Ken Wilcox
KGKG Member, Shrink, Equality Advocate, Human Rights Activist, Champagne Connoisseur at Bubbles Balcony
Jowhara Sanders,
KGKG Member, Founder & Director of National Voices for Equality Education and Enlightenment (NVEEE)
Orlando Cruz
KGKG Member, Owner & Founder of The Green Mile Colombian Emeralds
Hotspots Magazine

No Cover – Limited Guestlist – Please Rsvp
** Rsvp Is General Admission ( No Cover ) Only And Does Not Include Seating Alongside Runway **
Vip Reservations:
Please Note:
VIP Areas & Tables are BY PRE-PAID RESERVATION ONLY
Please Contact Erin Mia Milchman via Text: 954.232.0772
** VIP Couches Alongside Runway with Seating for Up to 4 People
A. ) $175. Includes 1 Bottle Ultimat Vodka & Mixers
B.) $275. Includes 1 Bottle Ultimat Vodka & 1 Bottle Patron, Mixers
** VIP High Top Tables with Seating for Up to 6 People
A. ) $125. Includes 1 Bottle Ultimat Vodka & Mixers
B. ) $225. Includes 1 Bottle Ultimat Vodka & 1 Bottle Patron, Mixers

Brian Lynch Presents Serious Multi Jazz Jam Sessions 3/4/13

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Brian Lynch Presents Serious Multi Jazz Jam Sessions
Monday, 03/04/2013, 08:00 pm – 12:30 am
PAX
337 S.W. 8th Street,
Miami, Florida 33130
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The Brian Lynch Afro-Caribbean Jazz Artist Ensemble, conducted by Grammy Award winning trumpeter and Frost School of Music professor Brian Lynch, performs original compositions and new arrangements of modern jazz repertory in the exciting and propulsive idiom known as Latin Jazz. Professor Lynch directs his hand picked ensemble of talented young musicians and performs with them as his own group.

Among his many achievements, Brian Lynch has long been known as a great conductor of the jazz jam session. As a member of the house band at the legendary Star Cafe sessions in the New York City of the early 1980s, with Junior Cook and Harold White, and as bandleader of the late night jams at the NY Blue Note in the 1990s, Lynch absorbed the philosophy and practice of the session at its highest level. Now he brings his knowledge and love of the form to Miami and PAX.

Practitioners of all genres from traditional to contemporary, from straight ahead to Afro-Cuban and world music, will be encouraged to participate and cross pollinate, young students and established artists alike. Standards will be kept high and protocol will be firmly in place to encourage the best musical result for players and listeners in the unique and informal atmosphere of PAX!

Brian Lynch

A vital force and emergent legend within both the hardcore straight ahead and Latin Jazz communities, Grammy© Award Winner Brian Lynch is as comfortable negotiating the complexities of clave with Afro-Caribbean pioneer Eddie Palmieri as he is swinging through advanced harmony with bebop maestro Phil Woods. A honored graduate of two of the jazz world’s most distinguished academies, Art Blakey and the Jazz Messengers and the Horace Silver Quintet, he has been a valued collaborator with jazz artists such as Benny Golson, Toshiko Akiyoshi, and Charles McPherson; Latin music icons as diverse as Hector LaVoe and Lila Downs; and pop luminaries such as Prince. As a bandleader and recording artist he has released 19 critically acclaimed CDs featuring his distinctive composing and arranging, and toured the world with various ensembles reflecting the wide sweep of his music. He currently is Professor of Jazz Trumpet at the Frost School Of Music, University of Miami as well as conducting clinics and workshops at prestigious institutions of learning the world over. His talents have been recognized by top placing in the Downbeat Critics and Readers Polls (#3 Trumpet 2011 Critics Poll); highly rated reviews for his work in Downbeat, Jazziz and Jazz Times; 2005 and 2007 Grammy award nominations, and grants from the National Endowment for the Arts, Chamber Music America, and Meet The Composer.

Brian’s most recent CD releases as a leader include the Downbeat 5 star rated Unsung Heroes project (Hollistic MusicWorks), ConClave Vol. 2 with his Spheres Of Influence group (CrissCross), the Grammy© Award winning Simpático featuring Eddie Palmieri (ArtistShare), and Bolero Nights For Billie Holiday (Venus).

“You can lose yourself in the pure energy of his playing, but at any moment you can switch your attention to the logic and craftsmanship of his music and find multiple rewards.” NEIL TESSER, Jazziz

“Lynch demonstrates that a dedicated, knowledgeable jazzman can play a diversity of styles with telling authenticity, and make the renditions extremely appealing to both musician and neophyte…Lynch is simply first-rate.” ZAN STEWART, Downbeat

Brian Lynch Presents Serious Multi Jazz Jam Sessions 2/25/13

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Brian Lynch Presents Serious Multi Jazz Jam Sessions
Monday, 02/25/2013, 08:00 pm – 11:30 pm
PAX
337 S.W. 8th Street,
Miami, Florida 33130
More Info Link

The Brian Lynch Afro-Caribbean Jazz Artist Ensemble, conducted by Grammy Award winning trumpeter and Frost School of Music professor Brian Lynch, performs original compositions and new arrangements of modern jazz repertory in the exciting and propulsive idiom known as Latin Jazz. Professor Lynch directs his hand picked ensemble of talented young musicians and performs with them as his own group.

Among his many achievements, Brian Lynch has long been known as a great conductor of the jazz jam session. As a member of the house band at the legendary Star Cafe sessions in the New York City of the early 1980s, with Junior Cook and Harold White, and as bandleader of the late night jams at the NY Blue Note in the 1990s, Lynch absorbed the philosophy and practice of the session at its highest level. Now he brings his knowledge and love of the form to Miami and PAX.

Practitioners of all genres from traditional to contemporary, from straight ahead to Afro-Cuban and world music, will be encouraged to participate and cross pollinate, young students and established artists alike. Standards will be kept high and protocol will be firmly in place to encourage the best musical result for players and listeners in the unique and informal atmosphere of PAX!

Brian Lynch

A vital force and emergent legend within both the hardcore straight ahead and Latin Jazz communities, Grammy© Award Winner Brian Lynch is as comfortable negotiating the complexities of clave with Afro-Caribbean pioneer Eddie Palmieri as he is swinging through advanced harmony with bebop maestro Phil Woods. A honored graduate of two of the jazz world’s most distinguished academies, Art Blakey and the Jazz Messengers and the Horace Silver Quintet, he has been a valued collaborator with jazz artists such as Benny Golson, Toshiko Akiyoshi, and Charles McPherson; Latin music icons as diverse as Hector LaVoe and Lila Downs; and pop luminaries such as Prince. As a bandleader and recording artist he has released 19 critically acclaimed CDs featuring his distinctive composing and arranging, and toured the world with various ensembles reflecting the wide sweep of his music. He currently is Professor of Jazz Trumpet at the Frost School Of Music, University of Miami as well as conducting clinics and workshops at prestigious institutions of learning the world over. His talents have been recognized by top placing in the Downbeat Critics and Readers Polls (#3 Trumpet 2011 Critics Poll); highly rated reviews for his work in Downbeat, Jazziz and Jazz Times; 2005 and 2007 Grammy award nominations, and grants from the National Endowment for the Arts, Chamber Music America, and Meet The Composer.

Brian’s most recent CD releases as a leader include the Downbeat 5 star rated Unsung Heroes project (Hollistic MusicWorks), ConClave Vol. 2 with his Spheres Of Influence group (CrissCross), the Grammy© Award winning Simpático featuring Eddie Palmieri (ArtistShare), and Bolero Nights For Billie Holiday (Venus).

“You can lose yourself in the pure energy of his playing, but at any moment you can switch your attention to the logic and craftsmanship of his music and find multiple rewards.” NEIL TESSER, Jazziz

“Lynch demonstrates that a dedicated, knowledgeable jazzman can play a diversity of styles with telling authenticity, and make the renditions extremely appealing to both musician and neophyte…Lynch is simply first-rate.” ZAN STEWART, Downbeat

For more information about Brian Lynch, see his website at www.brianlynchjazz.com

The Art of Lyrical Expression – A Student Showcase and Graduation, with DJ Irie 3/14/13

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The Art of Lyrical Expression – A Student Showcase and Graduation, with DJ Irie
Thursday, 03/14/2013, 06:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Lyrical-Expression-Event-ME-and-IRIE-Foundation-March-14thThe Stage
170 NE 38th Street,
Miami, Florida 33137
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The Motivational Edge and Irie Foundation Presents: The Art of Lyrical Expression

Student Graduation and Performance.

Come meet DJ Irie and the graduating class as they celebrate this milestone and encourage excellence in education through the arts.

$20 suggested donation will automatically enter you into a raffle for hotel stay, gift cards, 5-hr DJ Course and much more!

RSVP at Info@TheMotivationalEdge.org

Silent Auction Items:
Exotic Car Rental
Miami Heat Experience with DJ Irie meet and greet
Five-Course Dinner for two, by Chef Max
Signed Memorabilia
Many other items too

Sponsored by:

RKE Law Group
MC Customs
Miami Society of Young Philanthropists (MSYP)
Vitamin Water
Social Buzz TV
Chef Max Hardy

Fashion Designers Expo AIDS Awareness 4/20/13

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Fashion Designers Expo AIDS Awareness
Sunday, 04/20/2013, 04:00 pm –
Info-FlierTBA
0100 TBA SOON,
MIAMI, Florida 33169
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Fashion Designers Expo (FDE) and the Miami-Dade County Health Department have come together to impact our community during the FDE Shows scheduled for April 18th – 20th to spread word about the AIDS epidemic that has taken over South Florida.

Aaron Lebos Project 2/27/13

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Aaron Lebos Project
Wednesday, 02/27/2013, 08:00 pm – 12:00 am
PAX
337 S.W. 8th Street,
Miami, Florida 33130
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Aaron Lebos is one of the most in demand and versatile guitarists in South Florida doing everything from sessions, some touring, and gigs every night. Aaron started on classical piano at 5 winning classical state competitions then switching to guitar at age 11.

Graduating from the University of Miami Jazz/Studio Music Program, he then toured with Latin pop stars such as Christian Castro and Hector Montaner from 2003 until 2006. Since then he has focused more on local gigging and sessions and also his own jazz/fusion project. He also teaches each summer at The Young Musicians Camp at the University of Miami.

In 2010 he released two CD’s, one a jazz standards album and the other an all original fusion/rock release. He has been a full-time professional musician since 2001. Look out for two more CD’s in 2011 as well as more promotional shows in south florida as well as Costa Rica and Ecuador.

Rose Max 2/28/13

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Rose Max
Sunday, 02/28/2013, 08:00 pm – 01:00 am
PAX
337 S.W. 8th Street,
Miami, Florida 33130
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Rose Max performed extensively as a soloist with the vocal group AEQUALE under the direction of acclaimed-musical director ANDRÉ PROTÁSIO. Gaining interest and respect locally, she started working with a number of different bands. One of her best experiences was performing at “Clube do Samba” (Samba Club) where she had a chance to learn with some of the big names of Brazilian music, such as Maestro Licinho, Neco, Antonio Carlos Tourinho, João Nogueira, and Roberto Ribeiro. She also started working as a session singer, recording jingles and background vocals, which led to the opportunity of backing up some of Brazil’ s most renowned singers.

Rose moved to Miami in October of 1993, where she has been continuing to grow and develop musically, and by keeping a constant performance schedule, she has become highly recognized in the Brazilian, Hispanic and American communities. She won the Brazilian Press Award for the “Best Female Brazilian Singer Residing and Performing in the USA” i

Tango Tuesdays 2/26/13

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Tango Tuesdays
Tuesday, 02/26/2013, 08:00 pm – 01:00 am
PAX
337 S.W. 8th Street,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link

Mariano & Chantal Presents;
Milonga Guacha
Get inspired discover the passion of Tango, explore the culture.
Tango Classes and Social Dance to follow every Tuesday.
All levels welcomed.
Intermediate Class 8pm
Beginners Class 9pm
Social Dance (Milonga) 10pm

Tango Tuesdays 3/5/13

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Tango Tuesdays
Tuesday, 03/05/2013, 08:00 pm – 01:00 am
PAX
337 S.W. 8th Street,
Miami, Florida 33130
More Info Link

Mariano & Chantal Presents;
Milonga Guacha
Get inspired discover the passion of Tango, explore the culture.
Tango Classes and Social Dance to follow every Tuesday.
All levels welcomed.
Intermediate Class 8pm
Beginners Class 9pm
Social Dance (Milonga) 10pm

Tumbao 3/1/13

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Tumbao
Friday, 03/01/2013, 10:00 pm – 03:30 am
PAX
337 S.W. 8th Street,
Miami, Florida 33130
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Up until a few months ago, Miami felt empty.

The shortage of Afro-Caribbean rhythms in a city built by Afro-Caribbean immigrants was downright shameful. We had become the Big Mango tree without roots.

But then Tumbao happened, and Afro-Caribbean beats found a permanent home at the intersection of I-95 and Calle Ocho.

“My partner Danny and I are part Cuban, and we wanted to celebrate our heritage,” says Roxanne Scalia, owner of PAX, New Times’ 2012 pick for Best Venue for Local Acts. “Hence Noches Tumbao.”

Conjunto Impacto 3/2/13

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Conjunto Impacto
Sunday, 03/02/2013, 10:00 pm – 03:30 am
PAX
337 S.W. 8th Street,
Miami, Florida 33130
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After more than two decades of releasing his last recording, Mario Perez, Base Player and
original Director, reunites “Conjunto Impacto” once again to bring you his most recent musical
creation, where he incorporates the talented voices of Juan Carlos Hernandez and Jenny Love.
“Conjunto Impacto” is recognized for its Cuban music, popularly known as “Salsa”. It was one of
the most liked musical groups in Miami during the seventies and eighties. Two of their most
popular hits during those times include, “Los Limones”, commonly known as “Ponmelo Ahi Que lo
Voy a Partir” and “Que Buenos Esta Este Pais”
We invite you to celebrate with us the release of his most recent recording, “El Regreso”, which
includes the singles, “Fuera de Mi Vida” (salsa version) and “Sorpresas de Amor”
“El Regreso” is a unique mix of Cuban rhythms which includes the collaboration of talented
musicians and composers making it a musical treasure. This new production of “Conjunto Impacto”
has all the elements to be a success and we are hopeful it will be well received by all.

Troy Roberts & Nu Jive 3/6/13

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Troy Roberts & Nu Jive
Wednesday, 03/06/2013, 09:00 pm – 12:30 am
PAX
337 S.W. 8th Street,
Miami, Florida 33130
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Hailing from the remote location of Perth, West Australia, saxophonist and composer Troy Roberts has recently relocated to the USA. Having completed a Masters and currently teaching part-time at the University of Miami, Troy recently won two consecutive Downbeat Jazz Soloist Awards, two consecutive West Australian Music Industry Awards, was the only Australian finalist in the Thelonious Monk International Jazz Saxophone Competition, and continues to maintain a busy performance schedule around Australia, Europe and the USA.

Troy leads the exciting nu-jazz project, Troy Roberts’ NuJive, which features some seriously talented young Miami-based artists, while showcasing Troy’s original compositions – an eclectic concoction of jazz, groove, Latin and neo-soul. In March 2011 they released their first CD, “Nu-Jive”.

Spam Allstars 3/9/13

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Spam Allstars
Sunday, 03/09/2013, 10:00 pm – 03:30 am
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337 S.W. 8th Street,
Miami, Florida 3
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DJ Le Spam & Spam Allstars blend improvisational electronic elements and turntables with latin, funk, hip hop and dub to create what they call an electronic descarga. It’s not a known genre. It’s hard to describe. It attracts many types of people. But as they look out and see people dancing salsa, next to break-dancers, and festival-goers driving for hours to catch a show — they know something very special is going on.

Spam Allstars were formed by Andrew Yeomanson, a/k/a DJ Le Spam, who was raised in Toronto, Bogota and London, and has called Miami home since 1993. He got his start by playing guitar in Haitian band Lavalas, and recording and touring with Miami based artist Nil Lara. Along the way he added to his vinyl collection, and when off the road he would DJ locally. These DJ gigs evolved into collaborations with live musicians, performing on an internet radio show, recording in his home studio, and the first of many residencies combining his samplers & DJ skills with a live band.

In 2002, Spam Allstars began a weekly residency at Hoy Como Ayer in Little Havana, which continues today. In 2003 they started monthly residencies in New York City, Gainesville, Tampa, Atlanta, and New Orleans, and playing nationally wherever people would host them. Today they perform 200+ shows, and average 56,000 miles each year.

Doctor Krapula 3/16/13

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Doctor Krapula
Saturday, 03/16/2013, 10:00 pm – 03:30 am
PAX
337 S.W. 8th Street,
Miami, Florida 33130
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DOCTOR KRÁPULA is a Latin alternative rock band, a band that carries a transformation message and an act of consciousness through their hybrid popular music. The band was born in 1998 in Bogotá Colombia with 5 musicians. In their 10 year career and 5 albums. the members of Doctor Krápula have made themselves a part of the conscious artistic movement in Latin America.
A powerful live set has been able to impact the heart and minds of over one million people in over 500 live presentations. The devotion and support from their fans have made possible 10 Shock Music Awards, 3 Nominations in LATIN GRAMMYS, 4 Nuestra Tierra awards, 3 Nominations in LVMAs (latin MTV Awards), 1 nomination to 40 Principales Awards in Spain

Doctor Krapula’s music is been made to dance to, to reflect upon and has been able to burst into different audiences without ever compromising its revolutionary lyrical essence.

DOCTOR KRÁPULA… music for the planet.

Surrendered Single 1-Day Workshop Orientation Meeting 3/23/13

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Surrendered Single 1-Day Workshop Orientation Meeting
Saturday, 03/23/2013, 10:30 am – 01:30 pm
PAX
337 S.W. 8th Street,
Miami, Florida 33130
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“Attract & Marry the Man Who’s Right for You”
1-Day Workshop Orientation MeetingDuring this FREE orientation meeting, Twin Dating and Relationship Coaches, Michelle Roza and Gladys Diaz deliver compassionate, practical, and transformational advice that has empowered many single women to attract the romance, intimacy and marriages their hearts desired!

Experience some of the exercises and conversations we’ll be doing during the upcoming Surrendered Singles 1-Day Workshop, including how to:
*Stop hunting and start attracting the right man
*Ask men to ask you out so that you’re never without a date
*Become your best self and attract men at your level
*Enjoy the pleasure of being pursued
*Make every date fun

Feeding South Florida’s 3rd Annual March for Hunger 5K Walk/Run 3/3/13

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Feeding South Florida’s 3rd Annual March for Hunger 5K Walk/Run
Sunday, 03/03/2013, 06:30 am –
Charnow Park
300 Connecticut Street,
Hollywood, Florida 33019
Webpage Link

Feeding South Floridaâ„¢ is inspiring area residents to walk/run miles for meals to end hunger and register for its 3rd Annual March for Hunger 5K Walk/Run, taking place on Sunday, March 3. The 5K will kick off at Charnow Park, and the community event will happen along the acclaimed Hollywood Boardwalk and beach area in Hollywood, Fla.
Participants can simply walk or run to make a big difference in the effort to end hunger for nearly 1 million residents of Broward, Miami-Dade, Monroe and Palm Beach Counties who are food insecure. For every dollar raised, Feeding South Florida can provide six meals. Feeding South Florida asks (but does not require) that each participant try to raise $100 (equaling 600 meals). Awards will go to the top three in each age group: Top Three Overall Winners, Both Male and Female, Top Three Fundraising Teams, Top Three Fundraising Individuals.
Registration for the event is $25 (equaling 150 meals) in advance and $35 (equaling 210 meals) the day of the race. To register online, visit www.active.com/running/hollywood-fl/march-for-hunger-2013.

Gifford Lane Art Stroll 3/3/13

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Gifford Lane Art Stroll
Sunday, 03/03/2013, 12:00 pm – 05:00 pm
Screen-Shot-2013-02-20-at-8.46.00-PMGifford Lane (between Day and Oak Ave)
Gifford Lane,
Miami, Florida 33133
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It’s the Grove the way the Grove once was. The 15th annual celebration of the original Gifford Lane Art Stroll will burst into colors, smiles, and rocking music along one usually sleepy little block of Gifford Lane between Oak and Day Avenues (3200 block) on Sunday, March 3rd from 12 noon to five o’clock.

The event features more than seventy visual artists displaying their works on the fences and in the front yards along the demure little lane, including a number of the finest artists in the region.

Once again this year, all of the participating artists at the Art Stroll will be giving a percentage of their sales to two Grove charities—this percentage will be added to contributions made by the public and neighbors living on the block. The two benefiting Grove charities are the St. Stephen’s AIDS Ministry and the St. Alban’s Day Care Center in the Village West. Each year, the Art Stroll donates 100% of the proceeds to the charities. More than $35,000 has been contributed to Grove charities since the Art Stroll began.

Words & Wine at Lala’s 2/27/13

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Words & Wine at Lala’s
Wednesday, 02/27/2013, 08:00 pm – 02:00 am
wnwLaLa’s
12325 NE 6th Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33161
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Ladies, Gentlemen, honey badgers and the like:

Words & Wine is BACK! Now at Lala’s!! Perfect balance between the jam house and a venue. No more expensive drinks or issues with noise or parking!

Hosted by none other then Alvaro Ramirez III

Let’s once again get together, drink some wine, share some thoughts and be happy.

***NO COVER & 2$ PBR’S ALL NIGHT***

That’s right boys and girls, now there’s no more excuses on why you can’t come or why you came with outside drinks ; )
Please respect the venue and help local local art and music thrive

We got plenty of space for Musicians, Poets, and yes DRUMMERS!
All we ask is that you respect the venue

It is very cozy, well lit atmosphere where everyone can be themselves.

Let’s get together and continue to share good vibes and creativity. Miami is redefining it’s Art scene and our movement has created a pavement for poets, musicians, dancers, thinkers, lovers, and people who just need to get away and express themselves freely.

Any questions please call Nikki 786 728 4748

MOSKOW DISKO featuring Art by Chris Aldana | PhilanthroFest Fundraiser 2/27/13

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MOSKOW DISKO featuring Art by Chris Aldana | Philanthrofest Fundraiser
Wednesday, 02/27/2013, 09:00 pm – 01:00 am
MOSKOW-DISKO-feb-27-2013_RGB-WEBThe Dome
271 Miracle Mile,
coral gables, Florida 33134
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The Dome Restaurant, Caviar Bar and Lounge Presents:
“Moskow Disko”
Caviar. Champagne. Musique. Art.
Every Wednesday.
Feb 27: Featured Artist, Chris Aldana | Raffle And Fundraiser For PhilanthroFest

Musique:
Featuring Miami Based DJ/Producer
MAXIMUS 3000
( www.facebook.com/djmaximus3000 | www.twitter.com/djmaximus3000 )
Playing a special SpaceDisko House set featuring italo, new wave, funk, classics | Late night Indie, Nu-disco & House

Hosted by: Erin Mia Milchman

Sponsored by:
PhilanthroFest
Soulofmiami.Org
Hotspots Media Group (Hotspots Magazine, Edge Online, Genre Latino)
Mark’s List
Max-Ink Enterprises, Llc (Maximus 3000 Productions, Usagroove.Fm, 8025 Alliance Music Group, 8025 Promo)
Erin Mia Milchman, Inc
Allure Rejuvenation & Anti-Aging Spa

Art:
Weekly Selected Works And Showcases By Local Artists & Photographers.
This Week February 27-March 5th 2013
Artist: Chris Aldana (Sculpture & Painting)

Weekly Features:
Libations:
$9 Featured Martinis
“Ring in” Reverse happy hour EVERY week with a complimentary champagne toast at 11pm
“Reverse” Happy Hour begins at 10pm:
$6 Premium well
$4 House Red and White wine
$4 Draft beers
Dinner 8pm-10pm featuring full menu or
Buy any Caviar platter and receive a complimentary bottle of Champagne.
$5 bar bites 10pm – close during reverse happy hour Chef’s Variety Special

Moskow Disko Celebrates Art, Love, Music, & Food, At The Dome Restaurant, Bar and Lounge On Miracle Mile!

The Dome Restaurant, Bar & Lounge, an environmentally conscious, farm-to-table eatery and caviar bar on Miracle Mile, continues to thrill with Moskow Disko the weekly party celebrating food, music, and the arts, in the heart of Coral Gables.

Moskow Disko has become the go-to destination on Wednesday nights. The Official Launch Party held January 9, 2013, was attended by over 150 VIP guests and received press coverage from The Miami Herald, HotSpots Magazine, Mark’s List, Welcome Channel, and Yahoo! News, as well as countless other media outlets.

Hosted by a bevy of who’s who philanthropists, art buffs and socialites and musically curated by Billboard DJ and Producer, Maximus 3000 (Miami Beach Pride, White Party, Winter Music Conference), Moskow Disko guarantees a memorable evening for sassy socialites and blithe bohemians alike. Expect The Dome’s exquisite edibles on hand, plus a reverse happy hour, $4 beers, $6 cocktails, $9 martinis and a complimentary champagne toast. The

Appreciate the artsy, upscale vibe while enjoying the classic beats presented by Maximus 3000. The noted DJ and Producer plays all your favorite electronic hits from the early eighties, from artists such as Freeez, Lime, Kraftwerk, Telex, Yaz, Giorgio Moroder, Berlin, and Patrick Cowley.

The Dome is the first LEED® Silver certified restaurant in Coral Gables (only the 2nd in South Florida and the first independently owned). Utilizing the application of recycled materials, local farm vendors, an induction kitchen, LED lighting, green operation methods and digital menus on iPads, to name only a few, The Dome brings a modern and sustainable restaurant to Coral Gables.

For advance reservations, please call 305.648.4999. Follow The Dome on Twitter @TheDomeMiami and on Facebook atfacebook.com/TheDomeMiami. Visit domemiami.com to peruse the complete menu, the full wine list, and The Dome Restaurant, Bar & Lounge’s signature cocktails.

Chapungu: Custom and Legend, a Culture in Stone 3/6/13-3/30/13

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Chapungu: Custom and Legend, a Culture in Stone – March 12-16 & 26-30
Sunday, 03/06/2013, 09:00 am – 05:00 pm
Travelling-Family1Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden
10901 Old Cutler Rd ,
Coral Gables, Florida 33156
Webpage Link

March 12-16 and 26-30
While the Chapungu exhibit, the largest collection of African stone sculptures, is at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden through the end of May, aspiring artists have a chance to create their very own masterpiece at one of several five-day workshops. Agnes Nyanhongo, one of the world’s top women sculptors, will be leading several workshops held Tuesday through Saturday in the pavilion located in the heart of the exhibit. No prior experience is required and the $625 ($500 for Fairchild members) fee includes a sculpting stone from Zimbabwe, as well as a set of tools to keep. For reservations and details, call (305)-667-1651 ext. 3322.

Festival of the Goddesses 3/2/13

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Festival of the Goddesses
Saturday, 03/02/2013, 07:00 pm –
Festival-of-the-Goddesses-Flyer-2Jakmel Art Gallery
2701a NW 2nd Ave,
Miami, Florida 33127
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A fantastic party and charity benefit of Art, Dance and Music celebrating the Spirit and Creativity of Women! $10 entry includes bar and refreshments! Benefitting papaloko4kids charity, artists include, DJ Inga Ambrosia, Mercedes Abal (from Spam Allstars), Sheri Friedman, Eva Ruiz, Allison Kotzig, Melissa McCabe, Nzingah Oniwosan and many more…

Chefs Harvest Dinner-on the Farm at Verde Gardens 3/2/13

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Chefs Harvest Dinner-on the Farm at Verde Gardens
Saturday, 03/02/2013, 05:00 pm – 09:00 pm
404482_10151258906128639_1143562827_nThe Farm at Verde Gardens
12690 SW 280 Street,
Homestead, Florida 33032
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Enjoy an intimate dining experience in the unique and rustic setting of the Farm at Verde Gardens on Saturday, March 2nd from 5 to 9 pm.

Upon arrival guests will be treated to a progressive cocktail tour of The Farm, a 22-acre sustainable operation that is part of Verde Gardens. Dinner will take place inside the barn beautifully illuminated with hundreds of lights, where guests will enjoy the music of Stephen Mikes and a delectable 6-course dinnerl prepared by Miami’s up and coming chefs Aaron Dreilinger (David’s Executive Catering), joined by host chef Jeffrey Brana (Tuyo Restaurant), using the best local, sustainably-grown foods, each course will be paired with local beers and wines. After dinner guest will enjoy dessert and a special presentation famed local historian, Dr. Paul George.

A selection of works from celebrated Miami artist MANO’s “Jute” collection will be on display and he will be on hand to talk about his unique art form that integrates different grades of burlap and raw pigments with other mediums.

This Dinner will benefit the ongoing operations of The Farm at Verde Gardens. Verde Gardens is a community of Gold LEED certified 145 townhomes, a market building, and a 22-acre Permaculture (beyond organic) farm. The Farm and its associated enterprises (commercial kitchen, café, food distribution network) function as much needed economic development engine for South Dade, bringing employment, work training, and microenterprise.
Reservations are $100 per person and include cocktails, tour, six course dinner presentation by Dr. Paul George, music and art expo by MANO.

Attire: Casual Miami chic (but with comfortable shoes) keep weather in mind since the tour will take place outdoors.

About Earth Learning

Earth Learning, a community-based nonprofit organization focused on growing a local food economy and a life-sustaining culture in the Greater Everglades bioregion (southern Florida).

Find us online

Webpage: http://chefsharvest.earth-learning.org

FaceBook: http://www.facebook.com/events/251324041669028/?ref=ts&fref=ts

Twitter: #chefsharvest

Special thanks to our sponsors & partners

Brown Distributing, Bols Genever /Damrak, Carrfour Supportive Housing, Chef David’s Catering, Cigar City Brewing Company, Florida Fresh Meat Company, Homestead Harvest Market & Café, Miami Dade County Homeless Trust, Monk in the Trunk Beer, Schnebly’s Winery & Brewery, Whole Foods Market Coral Gables

For more Media Contact: Diana Rodos, Earth Learning, (786) 233 -2784, office@earth-learning.org

Creative Writing Classes At The Center For Literature and Theatre at MDC Saturday 2/23/13-4/15/13

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Creative Writing Classes At The Center For Liteature and Theatre at MDC
Saturday, 02/23/2013, 01:00 pm – 04:00 pm
Coral Gables/Miami Dade College
Coral Gables Museum, 285 Aragon Avenue,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Webpage Link

The Center is still taking reservations for spring classes. Don’t miss your chance to work with Florida Book Award Winner Lynne Barrett, celebrated memoirist Kathie Klarreich and The Miami Herald’s Fabiola Santiago, a Pulitzer Prize winner for journalism and a popular novelist. Sign up today, spaces are filling fast!

Lynne Barrett:

Saturday: February 23

1 – 4 p.m. | Registration $40

Coral Gables Museum, 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables

The New Crime Wave: Using Mystery & Suspense in Short Stories with Lynne Barrett

Kathie Klarreich:
Mondays: February 25 – April 15

6:30 – 8:30 p.m. | Registration $170

Miami Dade College, Wolfson Campus

Writing Memoir with Kathie Klarreich

Fabiola Santiago:

Saturdays: March 2 and 9

10 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Registration $80

Books & Books, 265 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables

Storytelling Magic: Tools for Beginning Fiction Writers with Fabiola Santiago

Let’s Get Lucky Her City Night Miami 3/7/13

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Let’s Get Lucky Her City Night Miami
Thursday, 03/07/2013, 06:00 pm – 09:00 pm
Lets-Get-Lucky-5Cafeina Wynwood Lounge
297 NW 23rd Street,
Miami, Florida 33127
Webpage Link

Her City Card, the club for women who love to shop, play, network and discover is pleased to invite South Florida ladies to “Let’s Get Lucky! Her City Night Miami.” Powered by parent company InterviewHer.com, the social event is slated for Thursday March 7th from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Cafeina Wynwood Lounge (297 NW 23rd Street Miami, FL 33127).

Guests can expect to enjoy a night of shopping and networking with “Lucky Her” cocktails and bites. Shopping deals will be available at up to 70% off, along with complimentary beauty treatments, prize giveaways and loaded swag bags for VIP ticket holders. In addition, the exclusive “Get Lucky” session, by guest speaker Nikki Novo, will help guests turn their dreams into a reality whether it is revamping their personal lives or careers. A personal-development writer and self-love preacher, Nikki is the creator of The Charmed Life School and The Love Club with Nikki Novo, is co-founder of professional development school called Working Girls Workshop and is author of the popular self-help/love blog “The Art of You & Me.”

Attendees can look forward to:

• Access to “Get Lucky,” a session by Nikki Novo
• Exclusive sales of 40% OFF and up
• Complimentary “Lucky Her” cocktails and bruschetta by Cafeina 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
• Specialty drinks & bites menu all night long
• Complimentary beauty treatments

A portion of the event proceeds will go to FINCA.org, a microfinance organization that helps fund women-owned start-up businesses in the most impoverished regions of the world.

TICKETS: Purchase tickets and RSVP by visiting: www.HerCityCard.com/March7

General Admission: $12 – pre sale and $20 – at the door
VIP Admission: $20 – pre sale (includes goodie bag) and $30 – at the door (includes goodie bag)
Cardholders: Free VIP Admission (existing cardholders must RSVP) $40 annual membership includes VIP admission at event

All Her City Cardholders must RSVP and present their Her City Card and ID upon entrance. Join the Her City Card Club for $40 at www.HerCityCard.com and enjoy cardholder benefits for one year.

Space is limited. RSVP mandatory.

March Wine Down Wednesday 3/6/13

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March Wine Down Wednesday
Wednesday, 03/06/2013, 05:00 pm – 08:00 pm
WDW_MarchHistoryMiami
101 West Flagler Street,
Miami, Florida 33130
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Mix. Mingle. Sip. Unwind at Miami’s cultural happy hour in the heart of downtown Miami.

Join us as we celebrate Women’s History Month with the best and brightest women in Miami. Enjoy delicious wines and Argentine treats served by CLOS Bistro and Cafe. Bring your business card for a chance to win a door prize! Admission: $10 includes free parking at the Cultural Plaza Garage, 50 NW 2 Avenue

Aranjuez for Harp! 3/2/13

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Aranjuez for Harp!
Saturday, 03/02/2013, 08:00 pm –
Aranjuez-for-Harp-NWC-verticalSouth Miami-Dade Cultural Arts Center
10950 SW 211th Street,
Miami, Florida 33189
Webpage Link

Kristi Shade, Principal Harpist with The Chamber Orchestra of New York, returns to South Florida to perform one of the most popular 20th-century concertos ever written, Joaquín Rodrigo’s famous Concierto de Aranjuez (for Harp and Orchestra). Eduardo Marturet conducts The Miami Symphony Orchestra (MISO) in a program that also features Ravel’s Mother Goose Suite and Mendelssohn’s “Italian” Symphony No. 4, Op. 90 in A Major. For tickets please call (305) 275-5666 or visit www.themiso.org.

Greenberg Traurig Litigation Shareholder Alan T. Dimond to be Honored with Judge Learned Hand Award by the American Jewish Committee 4/11/13

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Greenberg Traurig Litigation Shareholder Alan T. Dimond to be Honored with Judge Learned Hand Award by the American Jewish Committee
Thursday, 04/11/2013, 06:30 pm –
The Biltmore Hotel
1200 Anastasia Avenue,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
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The Miami office of international law firm Greenberg Traurig today announced that Alan T. Dimond, a shareholder in its Litigation Practice Group, will receive the American Jewish Committee’s (AJC) prestigious Judge Learned Hand Award. The award, considered the highest given by the organization within the legal profession, recognizes lifetime achievement and dedication to individual rights and democratic values.

For his outstanding leadership in the legal profession and his dedication to philanthropic and community endeavors, Dimond will be recognized at a gala dinner at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, April 11, at The Biltmore Hotel, 1200 Anastasia Avenue, Coral Gables, FL, 33134. Tickets for the event, which is open to the public, are available by contacting rsvpmiami@ajc.org.

Enjoy a Taste of The Hoxton 2/26/13

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Enjoy a Taste of The Hoxton
Tuesday, 02/26/2013, 06:00 pm – 08:00 pm
hoxtoninviteThe Hoxton
1111 SW 1 Ave,
Miami, Florida 33130
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The Hoxton — it’s chic, sophisticated and it was just voted as one of the hottest spots for a cocktail by eater.com — and it’s our next venue for happy hour. Join us on Tues., Feb. 26th from 6:00 – 8:00 pm at this metropolitan beach-house oasis. Their philosophy goes like this: Casual camaraderie shared over well-executed eats and classic cocktails. Garnish with a Hamptons-style twist in the heart of downtown Miami — their recipe for an epic evening.

Cost is $10 in advance or $15 at the door. This includes 1 Brugal Rum Limited Edition 1888 cocktail and a selection of complimentary hors d’oeuvres. Happy Hour prices will go until 8:00 pm. We do expect this event to be popular so please buy your tickets soon. If you need assistance purchasing your tickets or have questions , please contact us directly.

Jazz In The Gardens Women’s Impact Conference & Luncheon 3/15/13

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Jazz In The Gardens Women’s Impact Conference & Luncheon
Friday, 03/15/2013, 08:00 am – 03:00 pm
2.14.13-WICL-Invite-500-x-1689Shula’s Hotel & Golf Club
6842 Main Street,
Miami Lakes, Florida 33014
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In honor of Women’s History Month and in conjunction with the 8th Annual Jazz in the Gardens Music Festival, the City of Miami Gardens will host the 2013 Women’s Impact Conference & Luncheon on Friday, March 15, 2013 at Shula’s Hotel & Golf Club. Attendees will be entertained and engaged as renowned experts and noted celebrities deliver powerful tips, tools and information about living healthy, spiritual and balanced lives that will benefit them personally and professionally.

The theme of this year’s event is, “WOMEN OF POWER – MOVING FROM THE MUNDANE TO THE MIRACULOUS”. Special guests include, Lisa Wu (Actress, Author, Writer, Producer and Motivational Speaker), Trina Robinson (Team NBC6 Anchor Woman), Latocha Scott (Former lead singer of the group “Xscape”) and Danielle Knox (Television personality on LIFETIME Network, Anchor Woman & Entrepreneur), just to name a few.

What Can You expect?
~ Liquid Lounge: Chambord Vodka and Barefoot Wine & Bubbly
~ Chambord Vodka’s Celebrity Brand Ambassador – DJ Elle
~ Merchandise & Sponsor Row
~ Relaxation Room with Master Massage Therapist, Jonathan Moore
~ The return of “Is it Really a Man’s World” with an all-male panel
~ And more!

For more information head over to our website: http://bit.ly/JIGWC

Cranes Around Miami: Too Many Too Soon? 3/1/13

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Cranes Around Miami: Too Many Too Soon?
Friday, 03/01/2013, 07:30 am –
RealEstateMarch2013Conrad Miami
1395 Brickell Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33131
RSVP Link

The Miami Finance Forum (MFF) will host a “CEO Power Breakfast” and panel discussion titled, “Cranes Around Miami: Too Many Too Soon?” The panel, moderated by Raul Valdes-Fauli, president and CEO with Professional Bank, will provide insights from real estate, legal and financial industry specialists about the current state of South Florida real estate and lessons learned from the past. The event takes place at 7:30 a.m. Friday, March 1, at Conrad Miami, 1395 Brickell Ave., Miami, FL 33131.

Panel speakers include managing directors and group leaders from top law firms, real estate developers and financial firms, including:
• Harvey Hernandez, Chairman and Managing Director, Newgard Development Group
• Jack Lowell, Senior Managing Director, Flagler Real Estate Services
• James W. Shindell, Real Estate Practice Group Leader, Bilzin Sumberg
• Raoul Thomas, Group Chief Executive Officer, CGI Merchant Group

WHAT: CEO Power Breakfast: “Cranes Around Miami; Too Many Too Soon?”
WHO: Miami Finance Forum
WHEN: 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Friday, March 1
WHERE: Conrad Miami, 1395 Brickell Ave., Miami, FL 33131
COST: Members: $25; Non-members: $65
RSVP: https://www.miamifinanceforum.com/upcoming-events/3-1-2013/
(Seating is limited, pre-registration is requested)
CONTACT: Elena Djakonova: (866) FF-Miami or Elena@MiamiFinanceForum.com
MEDIA: Complimentary guest passes are available for media. For more information, journalists may call Tyler Sminkey at Roar Media at (305) 403-2080, Ext. 114, or send an e-mail to tyler@roarmedia.com.

Aranjuez for Harp! 3/3/13

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Aranjuez for Harp!
Sunday, 03/03/2013, 08:00 pm –
Aranjuez-for-Harp-NWC-vertical1New World Center
500 17th Street,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
Webpage Link

Kristi Shade, Principal Harpist with The Chamber Orchestra of New York, returns to South Florida to perform one of the most popular 20th-century concertos ever written, Joaquín Rodrigo’s famous Concierto de Aranjuez (for Harp and Orchestra). Eduardo Marturet conducts The Miami Symphony Orchestra (MISO) in a program that also features Ravel’s Mother Goose Suite and Mendelssohn’s “Italian” Symphony No. 4, Op. 90 in A Major. For tickets please call (305) 275-5666 or visit www.themiso.org.

Thursdays Nights Under The Stars 2/28/13

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Thursdays Nights Under The Stars
Thursday, 02/28/2013, 09:00 pm – 01:00 am
861395_489918901044084_1929296052_oMayfair Hotel Rooftop
3000 Florida Avenue,
Coconut Grove, Florida 33133
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Join us poolside for an evening ‘Under The Stars’ this and every Thursday at the Mayfair Hotel Rooftop in Miami’s Coconut Grove with sounds by DJ Tinello.

For Poolside Table/Cabana Reservations, email megacitygroup@gmail.com

BC Artist Talk Series | Jim Drain 3/19/13

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BC Artist Talk Series | Jim Drain
Tuesday, 03/19/2013, 06:30 pm –
BC North Regional Library Auditorium
1000 Coconut Creek, Blvd. ,
coconut creek, Florida 33066
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Internationally acclaimed and exhibited artist, Jim Drains will speak about his prolific collection of mixed media, fiber sculpture and kinetic installations that serve as a humorous critique of pop culture and the international consumer world, finding the middle-ground between the maximal and the minimal. Drain creates sculptures by re-purposing and recycling discarded found objects, creating three-dimensional, technicolor works with them, “letting the objects he finds guide him.”

His artwork has been published in Art in America, Art Forum, The New Yorker and the New York Times, among others. Drain won the 2005 Baloise Art Prize and 2009 South Florida Cultural Consortium prize, and has exhibited nationally, including the 2002 Whitney Biennial, and internationally in exhibitions in France, China, and Italy.

This event is free and open to the public.
Meet and greet with the artist will begin at 5:30pm with free refreshments.

Movies on the Plaza: The Bourne Legacy 3/15/13

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Movies on the Plaza: The Bourne Legacy
Friday, 03/15/2013, 08:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Bourne-Legacy2Brickell World Plaza
600 Brickell Avenue,
M, Florida 33131
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Brickell World Plaza presents Movies on the Plaza featuring The Bourne Legacy, a 2012 American action thriller film directed by Tony Gilroy. The Bourne films are based on Robert Ludlum’s Jason Bourne novels. The Bourne Legacy, the fourth installment in the series, stars Jeremy Renner, Rachel Weisz, and Edward Norton. In The Bourne Legacy, Aaron Cross, a member of a black ops program whose agents are genetically enhanced, goes on the run once Bourne’s actions lead to the public exposure of Operations Treadstone and Blackbriar (Wikipedia).

Movies on the Plaza is a free, family-friendly event sponsored by Brickell World Plaza each month.

Parking is free in the surface lot. Chair rentals are available.

Bring dinner. Bring snacks. Coolers are allowed, but please, no glass or bottles. Movies nights are subject to favorable weather conditions.

For more information please call (305) 384-7170

Souz Sundays Grand Opening 2/24/13

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Souz Sundays Grand Opening
Sunday, 02/24/2013, 11:00 pm – 04:00 am
859478_491949844174323_1665686472_oClub Souz & VIP Lounge
739 Washington Avenue,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
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Megacity Events announces the beginning of — Souz Sundays — a House music movement starting this Sunday Feb. 24th hosted by Angelena Sierra & Girlfriends. Opening set by Alain Lopez followed by special guest DJ Joe Dert and an exclusive set by DJ Tinello.

$50 Premium Open Bar Available from 11pm to 1am

No Cover before 12:30am on Guest List | 21+ & Dress Code Enforced

For more info, Guest List and VIP tables — email megacitygroup@gmail.com

About:

Club Souz & VIP Lounge (formerly Pinkroom) is set to be one of the most luxurious and exclusive entertainment venues in the South Beach arena and is the perfect home for music enthusiasts.

‘Stache Bash ft. Sir Charles – UMF Kickoff Edition 3/14/13

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‘Stache Bash ft. Sir Charles – UMF Kickoff Edition
Thursday, 03/14/2013, 09:00 pm – 03:00 am
StacheBash_UMF2K13_R2bThe Goose
3008 Grand Avenue,
Coconut Grove, Florida 33133
Eventbrite Link

What better way to kick off the first weekend of WMC than with a little ‘stache?

The ‘Stache Bash is back for another night of good vibes, fresh music, and live art at Coconut Grove’s finest new nightclub, The Goose, featuring a newly renovated sound system and floor area.

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‘Stache Bash @ The Goose
3008 Grand Avenue
Coconut Grove FL 33133

Thursday, March 14th
Doors @ 9pm
$5 before 11pm/$10 after
21+

Drink Specials!

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Featuring:
Sir Charles
Skinny Hendrix
Warp9
Dez
Realius 1 (UK)

Live Art by:
Christovedo
BraxtonWithExpression

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SIR CHARLES
https://soundcloud.com/itssircharles
At just barely 21 years old, identical twin Charles Weinart aka Sir Charles has already made a lasting impression along the east coast. His most recent EP entitled VNS FLY TRP has been garnering worldwide support, including a feature on the popular blog, Real Trap. One of the tracks off the EP, “Ca$h to the Ceiling”, has received over 26,000 plays in its first month. He has released music on Eliot Lipp’s record label, Old Tacoma, and played at a number of festivals including Camp Bisco, Buku, Impulse, Sonic Bloom, River Beats, V Elements and Bear Creek. Charles has played many shows in the Southeast region, opening up for artists such as Steve Aoki, Eliot Lipp, Bonobo, Pantyraid, Boombox and Paper Diamond.

SKINNY HENDRIX
https://soundcloud.com/skinny-hendrix
Brady Jacob, AKA Skinny Hendrix, is a DJ/Producer from Miami, Florida that is quickly turning heads in the EDM world. His fresh blend of electro, dubstep, moombah, trap, and more combined with his energetic and unfettered stage presence keeps dance floors in a frenzy all night long.

After graduating from the University of Miami with a major in Entrepreneurship, Skinny immediately focused his energy towards his passion for electronic dance music. While attending Scratch DJ Academy, his natural talent behind the turntables instantly garnered attention from his professors and colleagues. He then took to the road on a festival-hopping journey that culminated in an epic DJ set on stage at Bonnaroo. Now back in Miami, the buzz around Skinny Hendrix continues to swell each time he spins for a new crowd.

WARP9
https://soundcloud.com/warp99
Warp 9’s obsession with sound began a long time ago in a galaxy far, far away. It has since evolved through several different phases, taking many turns over the light years as they have shared in all sorts of musical adventures. Finally landing in Miami, Warp9 has united forces to decode the information beamed here from a distant star and deliver it to you through their music: spaced-out grooves served with a dose of galactic funk that will navigate you into uncharted territories.

Warp9 consists of Adam, a multi-instrumentalist and graduate from Berklee College of Music; and Jeff, an experienced controllerist and veteran DJ of over 12 years. When performing live, they incorporate a unique blend of live guitars, synths, DSP and DJ’ing. Warp9 has just released their first EP on JPod The Beat Chef’s label “Swing Set Sounds”. Stay Tuned!

ERIC DEZ
https://soundcloud.com/ericdez
Miami Producer Eric Dez performs his original tracks with musicality and stage presence. Blurring the lines between studio and stage, his custom designed live show setup allows for a wide range flexibility and variety to deliver a true “live” electronic experience.

Eric has performed 4 times at the world famous Ultra Music Festival and at Earthdance Music Festivals on both coasts. He has performed along side Visionary Painter Alex Grey. His music has appeared in several video productions and documentaries including “Templayed” a visual/music production which also features Electric Skychurch.

Eric has two LP releases to date including “The Star Seed Journey” released by PHIsonica, a downtempo world music project he formed 2007. “The counterpointing sounds …draw the listener deeper and deeper” says The Miami New Times about Dez’s downtempo music.

REALIUS 1 (UK)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=77cHwlYo_gw

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in collaboration with:
Baker’s Dozen//Goodvibe Ent.//Massive Ideas//O.K. Talent

Special Thanks To:
Red Tens Creative

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Feel The ‘Stache!

The Dunwells at Bardot in Miami 3/2/13

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The Dunwells at Bardot in Miami March 2
Saturday, 03/02/2013, 10:00 pm –
3.2Bardot
3456 North Miami, Miami, FL, United States, 33127,
3456 North Miami, Florida Miami
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Emerging from the pubs and clubs of Leeds, England, their hometown in 2009, The Dunwells are stellar musicians, classic roots songwriters and soaring harmony vocalists who have already made instant but lasting impressions on scores of fans.

Thomas Connell / Fontainebleau Executive Chef / SOBEWFF

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Each year come February, the food and beverage industry’s best and brightest convene in Miami Beach for The Food Network’s South Beach Wine & Food Festival. Foodies from every corner flock to join them for four days of guzzling, gastronomy and pants-loosening.

One of the weekend’s, well, best event, is the SOBEWFF’s Best of the Best held at the iconic Fontainebleau hotel, where 47 of the nation’s best restaurants serve up samples of their signature dishes.

Fontainebleau Executive Chef Thomas Connell let Chat Chow TV in on his managerial style, and explained just how major this mouthwatering SOBEWFF experience is and what exactly those fortunate event attendees are in for.

“We’re very lucky to be able to host [this event] because truly, to me, this is one of the, you know, not to use the pun, it’s the best of the best,” Connell gushes. “It’s really the best of the Food and Wine Festival in my opinion.”

“We bring together 82 wineries and 47 chefs from all around the world that all come together. […] We partner up every chef with two wineries so we have a couple of different wines to balance with the product that they are serving, and it’s a great flow throughout the night. People go around and get interaction with the chefs, the chefs are all there cooking and it’s really a very poised and educated group.”

It makes sense that powerhouse Fontainebleau plays host for an event of this caliber. The famous hotel contains some of Miami’s most notable restaurants, including the four-diamond-rated Hakkasan, Gotham Steak and Scarpetta.

Check out the video above to see how this award-winning, mega meal-making venue pumps out the perfect plate every time (hint: there are 4 miles of underground food and spirit storage involved, including a chocolate room). Then, if you’ve got tix, find us at the event — we’ll be the ones stuffing our faces.

Daniel Fila, Also Known as Krave, Opens New Project Space in Little Havana’s Arts District 2/22/13

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Daniel Fila, Also Known as Krave, Opens New Project Space in Little Havana’s Arts District
Friday, 02/22/2013, 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Daniel-Fila1“El Fresco”
535 S.W. 12th Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33130
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Known for his signature character, The Fresh Monkey, which he incorporates into most of his works, his semi-nude mural “Erin” and the subsequent series which it inspired, “The Sunbather”, Daniel Fila, also known as Krave, has opened a new project space in Little Havana’s emerging Arts District.

The new space will showcase Fila’s varied works, including illustrations, paintings, urban sculptures, and more. The stylishly minimalist space will highlight Fila’s works, as well as the works of artists he’ll collaborate with. The first collaboration with artist Raymond “Gems” Adrian, consists of works from his Surface Merchants collective.

Reading of Stage Play I Know What I Am And I Am Not What You Call Me 2/23/13

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Reading of Stage Play I Know What I Am And I Am Not What You Call Me
Saturday, 02/23/2013, 06:00 pm – 08:00 pm
JSpikes-Play-Reading-2.23.13Adrienne Arsht Center
1300 Biscayne Boulevard,
Miami, Florida 33132
Eventbrite Link

Rarely do we get an opportunity to give our young males a voice. That voice doesn’t get an opportunity to talk about love, isolation, rejection and self-hatred. If they’re lucky, and very lucky, that voice gets salvation, they ultimately get love and are finally able to love those who love them. “I Know What I Am and I Am Not What You Call Me” is a powerful story of hope, redemption and restoration; the play addresses the difficult subject of childhood sexual abuse. Statistics show as many as one in four girls and one in six boys will be sexually abused at some point in their childhood. Yet, this often familiar, yet taboo, topic is still very difficult to discuss in an open forum. “I Know What I Am and I Am Not What You Call Me,” stars Stephon Bron, as the central character, Damon McBlessed, who through the help of intense talk therapy, tackles his psychological roller coaster of multilayered fields of sometimes funny, often horrid, but always hopeful, personal journey and evolution from victim to survivor.

Sensory Saturday 2/19/13

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Sensory Saturday
Sunday, 03/09/2013, 09:00 am – 11:00 am
Miami children’s Museum
980 MacArthur Causeway,
Miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link

Miami Children’s Museum Sensory Saturday
Saturday, March 9th
9:00 – 11:00 AM
One Saturday a month from 9:00 am -11:00 am, Miami Children’s Museum will turn into an environment designed specifically for children with special needs and their families. MCM will be closed to the public to avoid large crowds and will provide modified lighting, sound adjustments and “cool down” rooms for children to relax in. Special programming includes yoga, art, music therapy, and more. Admission for this special event will be at a reduced rate. Pre-registration for these events are required. Please email sensorysaturday@miamichildrensmuseum.org to register.
To learn more, please call (305) 373-KIDS (5437) or visit www.miamichildrensmuseum.org

Vision for a New Haiti Cathedral – Winning Competition Designs Exhibition 2/23/13

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Vision for a New Haiti Cathedral – Winning Competition Designs Exhibition
Tuesday, 02/26/2013, 05:30 pm –
HaitiCathedralFirstPlacePromo1PuertoRicoACND Gallery of Art at Archbishop Curley Notre Dame Prep
4949 NE 2nd Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33137
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Engage the Future, Celebrate Life, and Mindful of the Past:
“Winning Competition Designs for Rebuilding the Notre Dame de L’Assomption Cathedral, Port-au-Prince, Haiti” On View at Archbishop Curley Notre Dame Prep

Archbishop of Miami Thomas Wenski will open this exhibit recently held at the University of Miami School of Architecture. The community is welcome to attend the Opening Reception and the free exhibit runs through the end of March 2013. View the works of internationally awarded architecture teams who competed in a design competition initiated by the Archbishop of Port-au-Prince Mgr. Guyre Poulard to help build a new cathedral for the nation’s capital. In his petition, Mgr. Poulard stated: “The ideal design must engage the future and celebrate life. Still, it must be mindful of the past and memorialize the thousands who died and were injured in the earthquake of January 12, 2010.”

Miami Children’s Museum Spring Camp 2/19/13

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Miami Children’s Museum Spring Camp
Monday, 03/25/2013, 09:00 am – 03:00 pm
Miami children’s Museum
980 MacArthur Causeway,
Miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link

March 25–29
Join us for a road trip across America!
Discover the 50 states through fun and educational activities that reflect American songs, dance, food, art, and stories of historical characters! Campers will go on mini-adventures to our newest exhibit Weebles: Coast to Coast. There, they will take a ride in a hot-air balloon over New Mexico, go whitewater kayaking in Idaho, camp in the mountains of West Virginia, and much more! To register and for more information, please call Yanet at 305.373.KIDS (5437) ext. 112 or email Yanet@miamichildrensmuseum.org.
PreK4 – 5th grade
Members $195/Non-Members $220 (9:00am – 3:00pm)
Before Care (for the week) $25 (8:00am – 9:00am)
After Care (for the week) $60 (3:00pm – 6:00pm)

22nd Annual St Patricks Day Celebration at JohnMartins Irish Pub and Restaurant 3/15/13

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22nd Annual St Patricks Day Celebration at JohnMartins Irish Pub and Restaurant
Friday, 03/15/2013, 05:00 pm –
JohnMartins-St.-Patricks-Day-2013JohnMartin’s Irish Pub and Restaurant
253 Miracle Mile,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
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The original and biggest St. Patrick’s Day celebration just got better with Irish festivities extending all weekend long. This year’s events include:

-Friday: JohnMartin’s famous St. Patrick’s Day Street Party. Featuring food, drinks and live musical performances by Deck 52 and U2 by UV. Starts at 5 p.m. along Salzedo St. and Aragon Avenue. Free entry.

-Saturday: Prix-fixe St. Patrick’s Eve’ dinner, featuring live Irish entertainment by Paddy Kelleghan. Starts at 6 p.m. $30 per person.

-Sunday: St. Patrick’s Day breakfast buffet featuring a live bagpiper performance and live entertainment all day. The buffet will open from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. with St. Patrick’s Day specials continuing throughout the day. $24.50 per person.

Those interested in attending Saturday’s dinner or Sunday’s buffet must make reservations by calling (305) 445-3777

Bunny Yeager Sudio at Center for Visual Communication OPening 2/28/13

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Bunny Yeager Sudio at Center for Visual Communication OPening
Thursday, 02/28/2013, 07:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Bunny Yeager Studio
557 NW 27th St.,
miami, Florida 33127
Webpage Link

Bunny Yeager Returns!
Miami’s Legendary Pin-Up Photographer Opens New Studio
Grand Opening Exhibition and Fashion Presentation February 28

Bunny Yeager and CVC invite you to join us for the opening of the Bunny Yeager Studio in Miami’s Wynwood Art District.
Bunny Yeager is the legendary model, photographer, writer and swimsuit designer whose pictures of Bettie Page catapulted both Page and Yeager to fame in 1954. The publication of Yeager’s centerfold photo of Bettie Page in Playboy launched Yeager’s photographic career and began a lifelong friendship with Hugh Hefner, the magazine’s publisher. Yeager’s new studio is a permanent venue for the artist to continue her work as a portrait photographer, complete new projects and present an ongoing exhibition of her most famous images of women at their most natural and seductive.
Yeager defined a new genre of portraiture with her sensual images of the girl next door and with her self portraits. Beginning with her early photographs for men’s magazines in the 1950’s she produced compelling images both in the studio and on location. Her groundbreaking work inspired and influenced a new generation of photographers from Cindy Sherman to those who shoot swimsuit models outdoors for Sports Illustrated.
Based in Miami since the 1950’s, Yeager developed special techniques for camera, location and lighting that mark each of her images as indelibly hers. Yeager is a master at envisioning and bringing out the unique qualities of the female form in each of her models. The tricks and secrets of her direct and beguiling images are published in over 30 books she has written over the last 50 years. Her newest book Bunny Yeager’s Darkroom by Petra Mason, Rizzoli, 2012, features over 250 classic images, many in full page format.
Yeager’s new studio will feature an exhibition area presenting her most iconic images of Bettie Page and the other models she discovered and brought to the attention of an entire generation of men who still find them captivating.
Center for Visual Communication’s Miami Masters series celebrates Miami arts icons that have long influenced and shaped South Florida’s now vibrant art scene. Bunny Yeager launches CVC’s Miami Masters studio program, a new initiative that provides working studio and exhibition facilities to South Florida’s most notable artists.

Grand Opening Event with Bunny Yeager Thursday, February 28, 2013
7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Reception
8:00 p.m. Fashion Presentation Featuring
Designs by Lingerini and Models from Nicole Shelley Models and Miss Latina International

Reservations Required – RSVP to studiolaunch@visual.org or 305-571-1415

Studio address: 557 NW 27th Street at NW 5th Avenue, Miami FL • Parking available on site.
Studio hours: By Appointment studiomanager@visual.org or 305-571-1415

CVC • 541 NW 27th Street • Miami, Florida 33127 • Phone 305-571-1415 • www.visual.org

Copyright © 2013 Center for Visual Communication, Inc.

Teatro Cinema in Sin Sangre 3/15/13

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Teatro Cinema in Sin Sangre
Friday, 03/15/2013, 08:00 pm – 09:30 pm
TeatroCinema_500x650The Colony Theatre
1040 Lincoln Road,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
Webpage Link

MDC Live Arts presents the U.S. premiere of Chile’s acclaimed Teatro Cinema in two trailblazing performances of Sin Sangre (Without Blood). This adaptation of a novella by Italian
author/playwright Alessandro Baricco brings all the darkness of film noir and tension of a 1960s B-movie thriller. Their highly stylized staging is a seamless blend of live action and film
projection. Join us to discover what is real or a projected image!
Presented in Spanish with English supertitles

WHAT: MDC Live Arts Presents the U.S. Premiere of Teatro Cinema in Sin Sangre
WHEN: Friday and Saturday, Mar. 15-16, at 8 p.m.
WHERE: The Colony Theatre
1040 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach

Tickets are $25 for the general public and $10 for MDC students. To purchase tickets, and more information about the 2012-13 MDC Live Arts season, please call 305-237-3010, or visit www.mdclivearts.org

Grand Opening Exhibition and Swimsuit Fashion Presentation February 28 2/28/13

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Grand Opening Exhibition and Swimsuit Fashion Presentation February 28
Thursday, 02/28/2013, 07:00 pm – 09:00 pm
Bunny-Yeager-Studio-Exhibition-and-Fashion-Grand-Opening-Feb-28-InvitationCenter for Visual Communication
557 NW 27th Street at NW 5th Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33127
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Bunny Yeager Returns!
Miami’s Legendary Pin-Up Photographer Opens New Studio
Grand Opening Exhibition and Swimsuit Fashion Presentation February 28
Bunny Yeager and CVC invite you to join us for the opening of the Bunny Yeager Studio in Miami’s Wynwood Art District.
Bunny Yeager is the legendary model, photographer, writer and swimsuit designer whose pictures of Bettie Page catapulted both Page and Yeager to fame in 1954. The publication of Yeager’s centerfold photo of Bettie Page in Playboy launched Yeager’s photographic career and began a lifelong friendship with Hugh Hefner, the magazine’s publisher. Yeager’s new studio is a permanent venue for the artist to continue her work as a portrait photographer, complete new projects and present an ongoing exhibition of her most famous images of women at their most natural and seductive.
Yeager defined a new genre of portraiture with her sensual images of the girl next door and with her self portraits. Beginning with her early photographs for men’s magazines in the 1950’s she produced compelling images both in the studio and on location. Her groundbreaking work inspired and influenced a new generation of photographers from Cindy Sherman to those who shoot swimsuit models outdoors for Sports Illustrated.
Based in Miami since the 1950’s, Yeager developed special techniques for camera, location and lighting that mark each of her images as indelibly hers. Yeager is a master at envisioning and bringing out the unique qualities of the female form in each of her models. The tricks and secrets of her direct and beguiling images are published in over 30 books she has written over the last 50 years. Her newest book Bunny Yeager’s Darkroom by Petra Mason, Rizzoli, 2012, features over 250 classic images, many in full page format.
Yeager’s new studio will feature an exhibition area presenting her most iconic images of Bettie Page and the other models she discovered and brought to the attention of an entire generation of men who still find them captivating.

Center for Visual Communication’s Miami Masters series celebrates Miami arts icons that have long influenced and shaped South Florida’s now vibrant art scene. Bunny Yeager launches CVC’s Miami Masters studio program, a new initiative that provides working studio and exhibition facilities to South Florida’s most notable artists.

Grand Opening Event with Bunny Yeager Thursday, February 28, 2013
7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Reception
8:00 p.m. Fashion Presentation Featuring
Designs by Lingerini and Models from Nicole Shelley Models and Miss Latina International

Reservations Required – RSVP to studiolaunch@visual.org or 305-571-1415 ask for Laura

Studio address: 557 NW 27th Street at NW 5th Avenue, Miami FL  Parking available on site.
Studio hours: By Appointment studiomanager@visual.org or 305-571-1415

Copyright © 2013 Center for Visual Communication, Inc.

Big Gay Ice Cream Social 2/23/13

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Big Gay Ice Cream Social
Saturday, 02/23/2013, 01:00 pm – 04:00 pm
a_250x375The James Royal Palm
1545 Collins Ave,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
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An NYC East Village stable, The Big Gay Ice Cream Shop comes to Miami this year with a pop-up stand located in The Breezeway of The James Royal Palm. Locals and visitors who visit the “Big Gay Ice Cream Social” will have the chance to try quirky signature flavors like, “Salty Pimp” and “Mexican Afro’gay’to” as well as treats for both adults and children utilizing local and seasonal flavors, plus boozy ice cream/sorbet floats. The public event will serve to raise awareness for marriage equality in Florida. Described by The Village Voice as “a cross between Mister Softee and Mario Batali” the menu combines traditional soft-serve ice cream with imaginative toppings such as wasabi pea dust, Nilla Wafers, Dulce de Leche, olive oil and sea salt, and other rotating offerings.

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Full Color Art and Wine Reception 3/2/13

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“Full Color” Art & Wine Reception
Saturday, 03/02/2013, 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
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3162 Commodore Plaza -Commodore Inn Atrium,
Miami, Florida 33133
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Opening Art and Wine Reception for
“FULL COLOR” Exhibition featuring new paintings by artists
Hans Feyerabend and Robin Hazard-Bishop
original contemporary arta
Drop by and meet the artists who will be present at the reception
See the new work and enjoy a glass of wine
For more info: coconutgroveart@comcast.net

‘for artists…By Artists’ presents Felipe Cuevas – South Beach Food & Wine Edition 2/24/13

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‘for artists…By Artists’ presents Felipe Cuevas – South Beach Food & Wine Edition
Sunday, 02/24/2013, 07:00 pm – 11:00 pm
faba224HaVen Lounge
1237 Lincoln Road,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
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‘for artists…By Artists’ presents a Culinary Digital Photographic Exhibition by Felipe Cuevas for the South Beach Food & Wine Edition

The objective of ‘for artists……BY ARTISTS’ (www.facebook.com/forartistsByArtists) is to create a social colony for artists from all disciplines of the arts with the focal point being on painters, photographers, designers and sculptors. Utilization of the technology at Haven and maximizing its potential is what sets this weekly exhibition apart from others.

About Felipe…

Since childhood, Chilean born and Miami-based photographer Felipe Cuevas uncovered that he could capture unforgettable moments with his camera. Landscapes and people were his first subjects during his travels around South America. Concerts and events followed and then his passion for food lead him to photograph and meet many of the top chefs in the country and their cuisines. His images have been featured in magazines, digital media and books, and his themed collections have been exhibited in galleries and museums. As a photographer for Univision for the past 15 years, Felipe has also captured the heart and soul of some of the most famous Latin and international stars, world famous athletes, landing his celebrity images in newspapers and magazines around the world. Most recently, Felipe was honored with a “Tribute to Music” exhibition during the 2011 Latin Grammys Awards in Las Vegas, where his iconic photographs of Latin Grammy winners from Celia Cruz to Ricky Martin lined the red carpet outside the venue.

http://felipecuevas.com/

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Special Guest DJ’s:
JOHN CORRADI & RAFAEL MORAES (Brazil)

Resident Music Composers:
UMBER BANDI – VILLE & GEORGE VIDAL

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ENJOY OUR ARTISTS DINNER SPECIAL PAIRING MENU BY
elit By Stoli…

Dinner Reservations are highly recommended for this event.

elit by Stoli Dinner Pairing/Menu
$40 (Tax and gratuity not included)
RSVP for Dinner: 305.987.8885 or info@havenLounge.com

Mixology by Isaac Grillo

Culinary Cuisine prepared by Chef Todd Erickson

elit by STOLI…Cocktail Creations by Mixologist Isaac Grillo

HOSTED BY: SANDRA GARCIA, ROD PRATT
PROJECTION DESIGN BY: Ricardo Agudelo
CURATED BY: SANDRA GARCIA

Haring Miami 3/6/13-3/10/13

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Haring Miami
Wednesday, March 6: 7 P.M. To 10:30 P.M.
Thursday, March 7: 11 A.M.-9 P.M.
Friday, March 8: 11 A.M.-10P.M.
Saturday March 9 : 10 A.M- 10 P.M
Sunday, March 10: 10 A.M.To 7 P.M.
The Moore Building
4040 N.E. 2nd Avenue
Miami 33137
www.HaringMiami.com

General admission: $25 online; $30 at door. VIP Tickets: $225 online; $275 at door. A percentage of the profits will be directed to Best Buddies and Care Resource.

A major celebration of the works of Keith Haring, the underground artist who defined an era with his bold, cartoonish and frenetic designs, to open in an extensive exhibit in Miami

A rare opportunity for local art lovers who will want to once again, live, learn, recall or simply connect with what was once the most colorful art scene in the New York of the 80s and 90s, are anticipated to flock to HARING MIAMI, a rare and exciting opportunity to view an extensive retrospective of the works of the late Keith Haring.

Haring Miami is being co-produced by Michael Rosen, president and CEO of Colored Thumb, a driving force behind many of the area’s top art exhibits, and prominent local celebrity photographer Manny Hernandez. Rosen and Hernandez are the team who last year brought to South Florida the record-breaking “Dali Miami.”

The collection features more than 200 original works drawn from private collections and never before seen in public.

Born in May, 1958 in Reading Pennsylvania, Keith Haring was reared by his cartoonist father at a time when the world was enchanted by Walt Disney, Charles Schultz and Dr. Seuss. Passing up professional schooling and a career as a commercial graphic artist, Haring moved to New York where he was immediately embraced by an alternative art community that had already produced such fellow artist friends as Kenny Scharf and Jean-Michel Basquiet.

Joining the contemporary underground scene of dynamic musicians, performance artists, and graffiti writers, Haring painted his way through the subway stations of New York where he drew hundreds of his soon-to-become-famous white chalk linear drawings. Going on to his first solo exhibition at the Wesbeth Painters Space Haring followed with his acclaimed one man Soho debut at the Shafrazi Gallery. In 1981 he opened the Pop Shop where his images and T-shirts found instant international popularity and everlasting recognition as a true original defining his time and art.

Sadly, in a blazing but short career between 1982 and 1989, Haring generated more than 50 public art works in cities throughout the world, working consistently for and with children. Diagnosed with AIDS in 1989 from which he died in 1990 at the age of 31, Haring had earlier addressed his personal issue by founding the Keith Haring Foundation to provide funding for AIDS organizations, children‘s programs, and to further awareness of AIDS.

Haring Miami Committee currently includes John & Joyce Varvatos, Alina & Anthony K. Shriver, Patricia Field, Susan & David Edelstein, Marvin Ross Friedman and Adrienne bon Haes, Jorge Plasencia, Michael and Nicole Simkins, Debbie Ohanian, Michael Aller, Lee Brian Schrager, Susanne Birbragher, Daniel and Marcella Novela.

Sponsors of Haring Miami include Miami Herald, Miami.com; Best Buddies, Care Resource, Ocean Drive Magazine, socialmiami.com, Thescenemiami.com, and Photorealism.

Bombay Sapphire*gin is the official liquor sponsor for the exhibit activating a VIP Bombay Sapphire Lounge experience which will feature an array of signature specialty cocktails throughout the event. The opening night celebration will also feature cocktails made with “Bombay Sapphire East,” the newest spirit from the House of Bombay in over 25 years.

Phase II Of Ultimate Miami Girl Competition 2/21/13-3/23/13

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Phase II Of Ultimate Miami Girl Competition
Stage 305 located at Magic City Casino
450 NW 37 Avenue
Miami, FL 33125
Tickets to attend the elimination rounds are $40 and are available at www.ultimatemiamigirl.com.

Phase II of Ultimate Miami Girl competition begins – Contestants in Phase II will compete in a series of elimination contests where the 1st place winner of each round will receive $1,000, 2nd place winners will earn $500 and 3rd place winners win $250. 
 
Round 1:                       Thursday, February 21st at 8:00PM
Round 2:                       Friday, February 22nd at 8:00PM
Round 3:                       Thursday, March 7th at 8:00PM
Round 4:                       Friday, March 8th at 8:00PM
Round 5:                       Saturday, March 9th at 8:00PM
Round 6:                       Thursday, March 14th at 8:00PM
Round 7:                       Friday, March 15th at 8:00PM
Round 8:                       Saturday, March 16th at 8:00PM
Semi-Finals:                  Saturday, March 23rd at 8:00PM

The search for the Ultimate Miami Girl is a three-phase competition that will be filmed as a reality TV show.
Multiple contestants from each round will advance to the Semi-Finals held on March 23rd.
The contest culminates in Phase III where 10 finalists will be chosen to live in a house and compete in a series of challenges to prove that they are the Ultimate Miami Girl. Apart from the challenges the contestants will face, the show will feature the participants living the fabulous Miami lifestyle. The winner of this final phase will receive $25,000 along with the title of “The Ultimate Miami Girl.”

Sweetwater Farm Share Event 2/23/13

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Sweetwater Farm Share Event
Saturday, Feb. 23, 9 a.m. to noon
Jorge Mas Canosa Youth Center
250 SW 114th Ave

Sweetwater Mayor Manny Maroño has joined forces with Representative Frank Artiles (R-Dist. 118) to bring a Farm Share food distribution event to the City of Sweetwater that will benefit over a thousand families. 
 
Food will be available on a first come, first serve basis. Event is open to residents of Sweetwater and surrounding areas.
   
Farm Share will have a refrigerated truck with over 1000 frozen chickens and another truck with fresh food that includes tomatoes, melon, cucumbers, dry beans, rice and pasta. There will also be 64 ounce bottles of grapefruit and orange juice available. Hundreds of families will be given a bag of produce, a bag of dry goods and a chicken.
 
Farm Share is a non-profit organization, whose mission is to alleviate hunger and malnutrition by recovering fresh and nutritious food and distributing it to those who need it most.   
 
“We’ve hosted Farm Share food distribution drives in the past and each time hundreds of people in need attend and go home with bags full of healthy food,” said City of Sweetwater Mayor Manny Maroño. “This is a needed service in our community and a worthy initiative.”
 
“I’m proud to provide the necessary support from the State of Florida so that Farm Share can continue to get fresh, nutritious food into the hands of the neediest families in our community. This effort demonstrates how members of government at the local and state level can work together in finding ways of distributing fresh fruits and non-processed foods to our elderly and low-income families,” stated Artiles.

Friends of Art Silent Auction to Benefit the UM Lowe Art Museum 3/7/13

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Friends of Art Silent Auction to Benefit the UM Lowe Art Museum
Thursday, March 7, 7p.m.
Robert and Judi Prokop Newman Alumni Center
University of Miami
6200 San Amaro Drive
Coral Gables

Gala tickets are $125 per person and can be purchased through Friends of Art at 305-284 6756 or FriendsofArt@miami.edu.
Complimentary valet and meter parking on San Amaro Drive are available.

The 17th annual Spring Into Art Silent Art Auction will include 18 donated original works on this year’s theme, “Altered Landscapes.” Following the auction, items such as a wine tasting and Judith Ripka Jewelry will be raffled. The evening will also include hors d’oeuvres, dinner, cocktails by Bacardi and entertainment by the Frost School of Music Jazz Trio.

Featured artists include Carlos Alves, Carlos Betancourt, Humberto Calzada, Pablo Cano, Martin Casuso, Les Cizek, Carol Cornelison, Xavier Cortada, Sheila De Lemos, Mark Diamond, Patricial Schnall Gutierrez, Jane Hart, Julie Kahn, Rosario Marquardt & Roberto Behar, Julie Moskowitz, Lisa Rockford, Paul Sierra and Joanna Silver

Arts en Pointes to benefit Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida 2/22/13-2/23/13

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Arts en Pointes to benefit Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida
Preview, Friday, February 22, 2013, 7 pm to 9 pm
Silent Auction, Saturday, February 23, 2013, 7 pm to 9 pm
Caridi Gallery
785 N.E. 125th Street
North Miami, Florida
(Directly across the Museum of Contemporary Art)

For more information you can log onto www.artsballettheatre.org  or call 305.948.4777.

Old ballet shoes never die. They are vehement supporters of their art, and on February 22nd, they come back to life to raise funds for Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida.
 
Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida will host a preview reception to celebrate the second edition Arts en Pointes on Friday, February 22, 2013, from 7 pm to 9 pm. Over thirty artists participated in this special project, using ballet shoes to create one-of-a-kind works that will be auctioned to benefit the dance company’s programs. The exhibit, curated by Francine Rozencwaig, will be displayed at Caridi Gallery in North Miami.
 
Local and international artists including Mirna Salamanques, Aguasanta Erminy, Liliana Gerardi, Jorge Dager, Nestor Paz, Claire Prince, Alicia Erminy, Al Blanco, Clara Poupel, Jane Bazinet, Cesar Murillo, Eduardo Caridi, Ibrahiim Guerra, Kate McCavitt, Terry Ritter, Corine Wakeland, Gregg Rivero, Lauramar Yee, Beatriz Sanchez, Monica Mercedes, Wendy Starling, Daniel Mendez, Cynthis Hernandez, Orlando Urdaneta, Patricia Garcia, Ana Maria Leonardi, Carlos Tirado, Cesar Murillo, Sonia Angel, Pilar, Batlle, Luis Andarcia, Sndra del Valle,  generously donated the beautiful pieces that will be auctioned on Saturday, February 23, from 7 pm to 9 pm. A special cocktail reception with live entertainment will take place to celebrate this special event that will be open to the public free of charge.
 
Arts en Pointes have been generously sponsored by Artnexus, Aisha Enterprises.

Easter with the Josephs Haiti Benefit Concert 3/23/13

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Easter with the Josephs Haiti Benefit Concert
josephs 1Saturday, March 23, 2013, at 7:30 p.m.
First Presbyterian Church
1530 Hollywood Blvd
Hollywood, Florida.

Admission is free for children 13 years and under, and $10 for 14+. For more information, call us at 786-288-6159 or log on to www.friendsofmusicforhaiti.org.

Friends of Music Education for Haiti, Inc. will present a benefit concert featuring the blind Haitian violinist, Romel Joseph, and his children, violinist and violist, Victoria Joseph, and pianist Bradley Joseph. They will perform music by Faure, Chopin, Dvorak, Vitali, Moszkowski, and a few of Romel Joseph’s arrangements of traditional Haitian music. All of the proceeds from this concert will fund the Friends of Music Education for Haiti’s project, to build Haiti’s first professional music conservatory and performing arts center, for children.

Romel Joseph, the Juilliard-trained Haitian violinist who survived the devastating earthquake in Haiti on January 12th

2010, is the Executive Director of Friends of Music Education for Haiti. His remarkable ordeal captivated audiences around the world through numerous media reports in the Miami Herald, the Washington Post, London Times, CBS Evening News with Katie Couric, BBC, and CNN. Legendary musician, Stevie Wonder, honored Mr. Joseph by presenting him with his personal keyboard during a live interview on CNN.

All proceeds of this concert will benefit the construction of Haiti’s first music conservatory and performing arts center for children. Romel Joseph, its Executive Director and earthquake survivor who’s story of survival was featured nationally, is proud to present his daughter’s debut recital with hopes to raise for this incredible project. First Presbyterian Church has donated the use of their sanctuary for this event and we hope to reach out to the community for their involvement and support.

Bass Museum of Art A Night at the Museum With All Things Bejeweled 3/14/13

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bass museum of art a night at the museum fundraiser
bassThursday, March 14, 2013, 8:00 – 11:00pm
Bass Museum of Art
2100 Collins Ave.
Miami Beach, FL 33139Buy Tickets
Admission to the fundraising event is $250 for two and includes a Rubens Level Membership or renewal to the Bass Museum of Art for one year.

The Bass Museum of Art, one of Miami Beach’s key cultural landmarks, along with a select group of the city’s leading arts patrons, socialites and tastemakers will host its annual fundraiser, “A Night at the Museum,” on Thursday, March 14, 2013 from 8:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. The event is expected to attract more than 500 guests who will receive a private preview of Picasso to Koons: The Artist As Jeweler curated by Diane Venet.

While enjoying cocktails & refreshments from Miami Club Rum, Hendrick’s Gin and Perrier with beats by Johnny the Boy, attendees will explore the institution’s new exhibition, Picasso to Koons: The Artist as Jeweler. The exhibition, featuring over 200 works by 135 artists is an intimate, often whimsical side of some of the greatest artists of recent times, each offering a singular vision of adornment. The exceptional and little-known works of wearable sculpture will reward viewers with new insights into the creative wellsprings of such artistic giants as Georges Braque, Max Ernst, Lucio Fontana, Louise Nevelson, Anthony Caro, Yoko Ono, Man Ray and Anish Kapoor. Attendees will also be given the opportunity to participate in a silent auction including art, experiences and luxury items ranging from two tickets to the Opera de Monte-Carlo in Monaco with VIP Backstage Tour to two VIP tickets to MTV’s Unplugged and jewelry made by contemporary artists exclusively for “A Night at the Museum.”

Little Haiti Sunday Stroll Launches 3/3/13

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Little Haiti Sunday Stroll Launches
yuvalMarch 3rd from 12pm to 6pm
NW 54th Street – NW 62nd Street, and NE 4th – 2nd Avenues

A leisurely daytime walkabout to explore one of Miami’s best-kept secrets

Spearheaded by Yo Miami, the first Little Haiti Sunday Stroll will take place on March 3rd from 12pm to 6pm, and will continue bi-monthly on the first Sunday of the month (May 5th, July 7th, etc.) With support from some amazing local organizations including Sweat Records, the Little Haiti Cultural Center, Moksha Family Artist Collective and more, the community is working together in order to help reintroduce itself to the general population. With newly renovated storefronts, extensive bike lanes, and ample parking, the neighborhood is a region ripe for exploration throughout the day.

While the entire area bordered by NW 54th Street, NW 62nd Street, and NE 4th and 2nd Avenues will be included, there will also be specific “hotspots” revolving around 54th, 59th, and 62nd Streets. With so much free, on-street parking available, visitors are encouraged to carpool down and then hop from place to place by car, or simply bike around. In order to take full advantage of the neighborhood’s charm, the events will take place between noon and 6pm so that visitors can appreciate the unique architecture and aesthetics while they explore.

A full list of participating businesses will be released in the near future, and there will also be artist-designed Little Haiti Sunday Stroll signposts up at each venue. Aside from the usual products and services offered by the participating businesses, each one will also have added features such as food trucks and tie-ins to Haitian culture and experiences.

Evolution: In June 2012, Yo Miami began hosting their monthly “Average Joe Art Sale” in their Little Haiti home, Yo Space (294 NE 62nd St.). There was a great response to the event with people coming all the way from Broward and further to enjoy a leisurely day of art appreciation. Now they’re bringing the Average Joe spirit to the rest of the community so that people can see not only what local artists have to offer, but other types of local businesses as well.

About Yo Miami: What began as a passion for art, music, and Miami has evolved into a positive force within the local scene. Bringing together creatives from all walks of life, Yo strives to shine a light on the elements of Miami culture that should be recognized and celebrated. Connecting venue owners, musicians, artists, entrepreneurs and media outlets, Yo Miami are all about connecting creative people with those in need of creativity.

The Center for Leadership at Florida International University Leadership Lectures Series 2/27/13

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The Center for Leadership at Florida International University Leadership Lectures Series
Tuesday, February 27, 2013, 2:00 pm
Florida International University, MMC Campus
MARC Pavilion
11200 SW 8th Street
Miami, Florida 33199

To attend The Leadership Lectures series with Major General David C. Garza, please register online or visit lead.fiu.edu for further information.

The Center for Leadership at Florida International University is pleased to announce that Major General David C. Garza, Former United States Marine, will be the keynote speaker of their next Leadership Lectures series.  Garza will deliver a public lecture on “Military Leadership Fundamentals To Help You Lead Your Ship,” where he will offer insights from his years in various leadership roles, which have contributed to his very illustrious career. The lecture, which is part of the Center’s The Leadership Lectures series, is free and open to the public.
 
Garza has spent over 38 years in military service as both a USAF enlisted engineer and a Marine Corps Infantry Officer. Over the past 34 years he has served in a variety of staff and command assignments in the Marine Corps, Joint Staffs, and in Coalition Combat Operations in Afghanistan. Throughout his career Garza applied the military leadership fundamentals to build highly efficient organizations from recruiting duty, to command billets and counter insurgency operations, to senior level staffs such as the Inspector General of the Marine Corps. During this time he gained extensive international experience serving in Latin America and the Middle East working with U.S. military services, local communities, government agencies, allied forces, and civilian relief organizations.
 
The Leadership Lectures series, presented by Mercantil Commercebank, features world-class, accomplished and influential leaders with expertise ranging from business and philanthropy to public service and academic research. The main goal of the series is to allow the South Florida community to have access to the expertise, advice and best practices of some the world’s foremost leadership minds.

2nd Annual Ankara Fashion and Cultural Show 2/23/13

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Ankara Miami 2013: 2nd Annual Ankara Fashion & Cultural Show
Ankara_MiamiSaturday, February 23, 2013
Red Carpet | 6:30 pm
Runway Fashion Show | 8:00 pm
FIU Roz & Cal Kovens Conference Center
3000 NE 151st Street
North Miami, FL 33181 
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We’re back for another electrifying night of fresh patterns, eclectic designs, and bold attitudes in celebration of African culture, entertainment, & apparel! Directed by Evelyn Onyejuruwa (Miss Nigeria Florida 2011-2012) and sponsored by Fela! on Broadway (produced by Shawn "Jay Z" Carter and Will & Jada Pinkett Smith), Arik Air, the Diaspora Arts Coalition, Miss Jessie’s, Aida Cosmetics, Miss Dunnie O. & more! Ankara Miami 2012 was a sell out event – Don’t Miss Out!

Workshop With Pole Dance Champion Michelle Stanek 3/12/13

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Workshop With Pole Dance Champion Michelle Stanek
Tuesday, 03/12/2013, 06:30 pm – 10:00 pm
michelle_stanek_polestars_polendance_dinner_floridaPolestars
2039 Harrison Street,
Hollywood, Florida 33020
Webpage Link

Join us for a special session with am inspiring Polestar, 2012 US Pole Dance Champion, Michelle Stanek

This One-Of-A-Kind Workshop will include:

A Custom 2-Hour Workshop. This workshop will include Michelle’s signature warm-up, acro-dance floor moves, signature pole tricks that Michelle decides to teach along with pole tricks that students may request

* Inspiring Live Performance by Michelle Stanek herself
* Delicious Organic Food & Drinks
* Q&A Meet & Greet Session where you’ll learn about Michelle’s journey, struggles and accomplishments

Register early for the special price of: $99

Call us at 1-888-POLESTARS for more information and event registration

Winn-Dixie Hosts Tasting Extravaganza as part of Carnaval on the Mile 3/2/13 – 3/3/13

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Winn-Dixie Hosts Tasting Extravaganza as part of Carnaval on the Mile
Saturday, 03/02/2013 – Sunday 03/03/2013, 01:00 pm – 07:00 pm
Carnaval on the Mile
In the heart of the Miracle Mile, on the SE corner on Ponce de Leon,
Miami, Florida 33143
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Winn-Dixie would like to invite South Florida residents to join them for a weekend of delicious food tastings during this year’s Carnaval on the Mile. As part of the tasting extravaganza, attendees will get to experience all that is fresh and new at Winn-Dixie stores including assorted cheeses, chicken salad mini bites, roast beef sirloin (served chilled with horseradish) on mini baguettes, as well as wine tastings and more.

In The Heights 3/6/13-4/7/13

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In The Heights
Wednesday, 03/06/2013, 08:00 pm –
Side-AActors’ Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre
280 Miracle Mile,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Webpage Link

In The Heights, winner of four 2008 Tony Awards® and the 2008 Grammy® Award for Best Musical Show Album, is a sensational show about chasing your dreams and finding your true home. Billed as the next chapter in the classic American story on stage, In The Heights tells the universal story of a vibrant community in Manhattan’s Washington Heights – a place where the coffee from the corner bodega is light and sweet, the windows are always open, and the breeze carries the rhythm of three generations of music. It’s a community on the brink of change, full of hopes, dreams and pressures, where the biggest struggles can be deciding which traditions you take with you, and which ones you leave behind. Written by Lin-Manuel Miranda, this hip musical will win audiences over with its sweet story and hot tunes.

Playing March 6 – April 7, 2013

Performances Wednesday – Saturday at 8 p.m., and Sunday at 2 p.m. A special weekday matinee is scheduled on Wednesday, March 13, 2013 at 2 p.m.

Tobacco Road 2/23/13

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Tobacco Road
Saturday, 02/23/2013, 12:00 pm – 12:00 am
THE-FLYING-TOMATO-SMASH-BASH-FRONT-BY-OSKI-1Tobacco Road
626 S. Miami Ave.,
Miami, Florida 33131
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Tobacco Road, Miami’s Oldest Bar will be bringing in 15,000 Pounds of Tomatoes for Miami’s 2nd Annual Festival of Tossing!

WHAT: Tobacco Road’s 2nd Annual Tomato Tomatina Festival

WHEN: Saturday, February 23rd 2013

COST: Participants $20
Spectators FREE!

WHERE: Tobacco Road
626 S. Miami Ave.
Miami, FL 33131

Winn-Dixie Welcomes Celebrity Chef and Bestselling Author Myron Mixon for Special Meet and Greet 2/22/13

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Winn-Dixie Welcomes Celebrity Chef and Bestselling Author Myron Mixon for Special Meet and Greet
Friday, 02/22/2013, 04:00 pm – 06:00 pm
WD-Chef-Myron-MixonWinn-Dixie
901 N. Nob Hill Road,
Plantation, Florida 33324
Webpage Link

The Plantation Winn-Dixie store is gearing up for the Food Network South Beach Wine and Food Festival and will welcome three-time barbecue World Champion and celebrity Chef Myron Mixon for a special meet & greet. The “BBQ Pitmasters” judge and chef of Miami’s very own Pride & Joy Barbecue will host a meet and greet with attendees and tantalize their taste buds during a special tasting featuring his famous smoky barbecue chicken legs. The first 50 attendees will receive a complimentary copy of Chef Myron’s bestselling cookbook, Smokin’ with Myron Mixon.

Shoppers will enjoy a radio remote from 101.5 LITE FM and will have a chance to win exclusive prizes by playing the Diet Pepsi Prize Machine including SOBE Wine & Food Fest Tickets, cookbooks from bestselling author, Myron Mixon, Winn-Dixie gift cards and more. Attendees can also pick up signed recipe cards and will enjoy Diet Pepsi sampling.

Fashion Rocks the Beach – LoveJoy Vintage & Blu Lua Trunk Show 2/20/13

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Fashion Rocks the Beach – LoveJoy Vintage & Blu Lua Trunk Show
Wednesday, 02/20/2013, 06:00 pm – 09:00 pm
fashion_miradorMirador North Tower
1200 West Ave. – Party Room in Lobby Area,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
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Come join us for a really sweet and fun night of fashion, jewelry, handbags, music, and complimentary wine and apps. LoveJoy Vintage and Blu Lua are partnering up to bring you the dopest in vintage fashion, amazing jewelry and handmade accessories.

The night will be amazing so you can stop by.

3rd Annual Red Stiletto Stroll Sashays Into Town Center at Boca Raton 2/22/13

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3rd Annual Red Stiletto Stroll Sashays Into Town Center at Boca Raton
Friday, 02/22/2013, 06:30 pm –
Town Center at Boca Raton
6000 Glades Road,
Boca Raton, Florida 33431
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Red Stiletto Stroll, Town Center at Boca Raton’s stylish footwear fête, saunters into town on Friday, February 22, 2013 at 6:30 p.m. This crimson clad, high-energy event includes a cocktail reception, hors d’oeuvres, fabulous raffle prizes and the famous ‘Shoe Shoe Train’ Fashion Show presented by Neiman Marcus.

As one of the hottest tickets in town, Red Stiletto Stroll spotlights a very important cause, raising awareness for women’s heart health and raising funds for the Jean and David Blechman Center for Specialty Care and Preventative Cardiology at the Christine E. Lynn Women’s Health & Wellness Institute at Boca Raton Regional Hospital.

Attendees are invited to flaunt their most outrageous red heels on the red carpet as celebrity judges select the sauciest pair and award fabulous prizes. This year’s dazzling celebrity judge panel includes Timolin and Casey Cole of Boca Raton, twin daughters of music legend Nat King Cole and founders of the Nat King Cole Generation Hope, Inc. non-profit organization that raises funds to provide grants for music education for children with the greatest need and fewest resources, and Angela Lutin of EssentiallyAngela.com. Angela is a Blogger, Advice Columnist and Dating Guru for the social media age. She also recently appeared as a Dating Coach on MTV’s Made and on Bravo’s hit show, Millionaire Matchmaker.

Additionally, several great Town Center at Boca Raton retailers like Ecco, Porsche Design and Marmi will have ‘shoe depot ‘ displays. Other fine retailers will feature their hot RED spring lines.

Guests will also enjoy light bites and cocktails courtesy of Town Center at Boca Raton restaurants like Bistro N, California Pizza Kitchen, The Capital Grille and Pummarola. And, attendees are welcome to kick back and relax in the The Red Stiletto Coral Cadillac Lounge.

According to the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute, heart disease is still the leading cause of death for women. The Red Stiletto Stroll helps to remind and motivate woman to take action to reduce their personal risks.

Tickets are $30 for general admission and $50 for reserved seating. Or, take advantage of the new “Girls’ Night Out” package for four, with VIP seating and a commemorative martini glass for $180. Please contact Sandra Longo at (561) 955-3249 or slongo@brrh.com for purchase.

Win Free Tickets to SoBeWFF’s Sold-Out Garden to Glass Event 2/22/13

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Win Free Tickets to SoBeWFF’s Sold-Out Garden to Glass Event
Friday, 02/22/2013, 10:00 pm – 01:00 am
Miami Beach Botanical Garden
2000 Convention Center Drive,
Miami, Florida 33139
Facebook Link

Zignum Mezcal, the premium mezcal known for its unique taste and refreshing palate, is proud to once again be a part of the Food Network South Beach Wine & Food Festival Presented by Food & Wine¹s sold-out Garden to Glass event taking place on February 22, 2013 from 10pm-1am. For one lucky Facebook fan, Zignum was able to snag two extra tickets, valued at $190, and is hosting a giveaway on their page. Zignum, which made its U.S. debut at the 2011 SOBEWFF, is the purest form of mezcal, Mexico¹s oldest spirit with over 400 years of history.

To enter, you must Like Zignum on Facebook (www.facebook.com/zignum) and comment on the ³Zignum Giveaway² post, telling the brand what fresh ingredient you would like to see in their next Zignum cocktail. The winner will be selected at random and receive the two tickets, for them and a guest, to the event.

The winner of the contest will spend the evening with legendary chef Emeril Lagasse as he takes over Miami Beach¹s Botanical Gardens for a late-night experience featuring fresh ingredients, innovative spirits and soulful seafood.

Miami¹s own master bartenders, Elad Zvi and Gabe Orta of Bar Lab, will be crafting cocktails using the herbs and plants growing straight from the botanical garden. Additionally, guests will enjoy locally sourced ceviche from rising star Chef Sam Gorenstein from his celebrated new restaurant, My Ceviche.

Made with 100 percent green agave and exuding a smooth, earthy taste, Zignum Mezcal is versatile, easy to mix and a superior choice because of its purity. For the event, Bar Lab will be serving the ³Oaxacan Palate²: Blood orange, Smoked Ancho Chili, Coriander Bitters mixed with Zignum Mezcal. Zignum will also have its own footprint that evening with its own mixologist, Chris Hudnall, making original cocktails using fresh ingredients and herbs that include:

“Punta Cometa”
Zignum Anejo Mezcal
Chilli Powder Pineapple Syrup (Semi-Sun Dried)
Lime Juice
House-Made Apricot Fortified Wine
Garnish: Dehydrated Apricot Wheel & Pomegranate Seeds

“The Buddy Miles”
Zignum Silver
Honeydew Juice
Golden Raisin Syrup
Dashes Peach Bitters
Lime Juice
Garnish: Dehydrated Peach Wheel & Golden Raisins

Dmitri Hvorostovsky at the New World Center 3/23/13

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Dmitri Hvorostovsky at the New World Center
dmitriSaturday, March 23 at 7:30 PM
New World Center
500 17th Street
Miami Beach, FL 33139
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Dmitri Hvorostovsky
World Famous Baritone
Ivari Ilja, piano

Genuine stars are rare in the classical music world, and Dmitri Hvorostovsky ranks among them. The sheer beauty of his voice, his artistry, dramatic stage presence, smoldering good looks and charisma have prompted countless comparisons to movie stars and drawn praise for his riveting acting. Mr. Hvorostovsky will be assisted at the piano by the internationally recognized Ivari Ilya and the program will include arias by Rachmaninoff, Rossini, Wagner, Rubinstein and Verdi.

5th Annual Golf for Art 4/6/13

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5th Annual Golf for Art
golfSaturday, April 6, 2013
8am Shotgun Start
Hollywood Beach Golf Resort
1600 Johnson Street
Hollywood, FL 33020

$100 per person
For more information or to resister, click here or call 954. 921. 3274.

Occurring at the beautiful Hollywood Beach Golf Resort, the Fifth Annual Golf for Art Fund-raiser is a day of golf and fun in the sun while benefiting the Art and Culture Center of Hollywood. Play the championship, par-70, tree-lined golf course designed by renowned architect Donald Ross in 1924.

Start the day with complimentary Bloody Marys, Screwdrivers and Continental Breakfast at registration. There will be two beverage carts on the course loaded with four different domestic beers, Gatorade, soda, and bottled water.
 
There will also be complimentary fresh fruit stations located throughout the golf course. We will wrap up the day with an awards luncheon featuring a live auction for fantastic prizes and more!
 
All five par 3 holes have fantastic hole-in-one prizes, featuring a $20,000 cash prize!

The Southern Florida Minority Supplier Development Council (SFMSDC) 28th Annual Business Expo 3/14/13-3/15/13

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The Southern Florida Minority Supplier Development Council (SFMSDC) 28th Annual Business Expo
Thursday, 03/14/2013 – Friday, 03/15/2013, 08:00 am – 07:00 pm
expoflyer_lowresBroward County Convention Center
1950 Eisenhower Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale. ,
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida 33316
More Info Link

The Southern Florida Minority Supplier Development Council’s (SFMSDC)Annual Business Expo is the largest minority business event in the Southeast designed to ensure that minority-owned companies at all stages of development are positioned for greater success. Their annual conference will take place March 14-15, 2013. Some key highlights include

• 100s of Business Appointments

• On-site Contracting Opportunities

• Power-Packed Workshops

• Industry Forums

• Buyers & Sellers Lounge

• Young Entrepreneur Workshop

• More than 100 Booths

• 1-on-1 Appointments

• Free Consultation Sessions

• 300 Business Leads

• Florida Blue Billion Dollar MBE CEO

2nd Annual Golfing for a Breakthrough 3/1/13

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2nd Annual Golfing for a Breakthrough
Friday, 03/01/2013, 11:30 am – 06:30 pm
Diplomat Resort and Spa
1 Diplomat Parkway,
Hallandale, Florida 33009
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The 2nd annual Golfing for a Breakthrough in memory of Jacqueline Cohen Barnett is set for March 1, 2013 at the Diplomat Resort and Spa in Hallandale. Proceeds from the golf tournament will go to the University of Miami Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center for pancreatic cancer research. Ms. Barnett died at age 50 in 2010 from the disease.
The tournament will have a skills challenge for all players along with a couple of new and unique on course games which set this tournament apart from others in the area.
In addition, the new director of the Sylvester Center — Dr. Stephen Nimer — will be the keynote speaker at the dinner reception following the tournament. Dr. Nimer is one of the foremost authorities on leukemia and stem cell research.

Social Media Week: C.R.E.A.M. 2/22/13

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Social Media Week: C.R.E.A.M.
Friday, 02/22/2013, 07:00 pm – 11:00 pm
SMWCREAMShots Miami
311 NW 23rd St,
Miami, Florida 33127
RSVP Link

You’re invited to the official Social Media Week party @
SHOTS – Miami’s First Interactive shot bar!

HOSTED BY ASHLEY OUTRAGEOUS
MUSIC BY DJ BRE +

A 100% interactive party featuring:

Interactive shots
Live Twitter feed
Instagram photobooth
Spotify mixtape
Plus a Google+ Video Hangout with DJ Bre in the booth!

NO COVER! FREE SHOT WITH FIRST 100 RSVP!
RSVP @ WAKEUPSTAR.COM/CREAM

TEXT 305.914.3055 FOR VIP + BOTTLE SPECIALS.

TAG #SMWCREAM TO JOIN OUR LIVE FEED!

Photographs by Bob Quesada from X-Pose Fashion Valentine Bazaar

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The old business school model puts it very simple: “The big fish swallows the small fish”.

X-POSE Fashion has turned that Business 101 adage on its head. The quaint boutique has been able to prove that smaller businesses cannot only survive but they can actually thrive even when surrounded by formidable competitors. Just go five miles East or West on Kendall Drive and you will find the giant retailers: lurking, ready to coupon, special-rack or clearance discount their way into retailing battle; Thermopylae got nothing on this.

By now you must be wondering: “Ok…so what’s the secret?”… It is really simple: Social Media… yep … X-POSE Fashion maintains an aggressive campaign harnessing the power of social media to keep their customers engaged and coming back for more. Couple that with one-on-one customer service and they have been able to build a loyal clientele extending all over the U.S. and reaching as far as India. Social media has provided X-POSE Fashion with the ability to transcend physical location, they are on the world stage.

Recently, X-POSE Fashion held their Annual Valentine Bazaar. They invited other vendors to participate:

Nothing Bundt Cakes: “From the first bite, sweet memories of your Mom’s cake, fresh from the oven, gently tug at your heart”.

Lore Accessories: “Mixing foreign and local materials of different textures allows me to create accessories with an international twist. I feel that makes them extra unique!”

Soy Candela Candles: “Are all natural, biodegradable, hypoallergenic and eco-friendly.  Simply light, dip in and enjoy!”.

Here are a few images from the event:

Bob Quesada on facebook

Bob Quesada on twitter

Winn-Dixie Family Fun Zone Celebrates Family, Food and Fun at Calle Ocho 3/10/13

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Winn-Dixie Family Fun Zone Celebrates Family, Food and Fun at Calle Ocho
WD-Kids-Zone-Hula-Hooping-on-Stage1Sunday, 03/10/2013, 11:00 am-05:00 pm
Winn-Dixie Family Fun Zone
SW 25th Avenue and 8th Street at the El Dorado Parking Site
Miami, Florida 33135
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Winn-Dixie joins South Florida in celebrating the excitement of Calle Ocho with an interactive family fun zone at the annual street festival. Event attendees are invited to visit the Winn-Dixie Family Zone for an afternoon of food, family and fun with special appearances by local celebrity Chef Pepin, Kool-Aid’s mascot Kool-Aid Man and the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile, as well as enjoy live entertainment, interactive games, face painting, cupcake decorating, product sampling, giveaways and more.

17th Annual Strike Against Chld Abuse Bowling Tournament 6/15/13

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17th Annual Strike Against Chld Abuse Bowling Tournament
Saturday, 06/15/2013, 12:30 pm – 03:30 pm
StrikeAgainstChildAbuse_CharityBowlingFlyerJPGBird Bowl
9275 SW 40th Street,
Miami, Florida 33165
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Now in its 17th year, this awesome bowling event brings together friends, family and colleagues for a little friendly competition on the lanes. All ages and skill levels welcome. Each lane is $350 and includes three games of bowling, shoe rental and lunch for four people. Proceeds benefit Family Resource Center of South Florida, a charity that cares for local kids who have suffered child abuse and neglect. Top three highest scoring bowling teams go home with trophies, but everyone is sure to have a great time. Plus over 100 chances to win at the silent auction and raffle!

5th Annual New Times Artopia 2/28/13

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5th Annual New Times Artopia – Feb 28th
Thursday, 02/28/2013, 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
AdCoral Gables Museum
285 Aragon Ave,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Webpage Link

MIAMI NEW TIMES’ FIFTH-ANNUAL ARTOPIA PRESENTED BY CORAL GABLES BID

February 28, 2013

7-10 p.m.

Miami New Times’ fifth-annual Artopia, presented by the Coral Gables BID, returns on Thursday, February 28, 2013, from 7 to 10 p.m. at the Coral Gables Museum, 285 Aragon Ave. in Coral Gables. Some of Miami’s best artists, musicians, performers, fashion designers, and culinary masters will come together for guests to enjoy an eclectic and unique artistic experience.

The New Times MasterMind Award, presented by Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County, will be given to local artists, writers, crafts people, or other performers whose work stands out for its enterprise, creativity, and genius. Winning artists will receive a $1,000 grant. Past winners have included Jillian Mayer, the End/Spring Break, Drugged Conscience Records, Christy Gast, Jorge Rubiera, Matt Preira, Borscht Film Festival, Jen Stark, and Susan Lee-Chun.

Event attendees will enjoy complimentary food and cocktail samples by Beck’s, Rums of Puerto Rico, SX Vodkas, and El Cartel Tequila while enjoying Artopia’s varying acts, exhibits and awards presentation. Guests can partake in a live fashion show by designer Isabel Riera and creative performance art by various artists including DJ Andrea Xavier & Jessie Mallie, the Ground Zero Crew, and former MasterMind Award winner Roofless Records. Local favorite PALO! will perform live.

Attendees will be able to meet Real Housewives of Miami star Miss Elaine Lancaster. Miami’s famous Drag Queen will be celebrating Broadway’s Priscilla Queen of the Desert at the Adrienne Arsht Center and is making an appearance at Artopia for fan photos and autographs. Priscilla Queen of the Desert is part of the 2012-13 Broadway in Miami season, presented by Bank of America.

In addition, global and local artists’ work will be on display in the event gallery. Global pieces will include works from Picasso, Wifredo Lam, Amelia Pelaez, Gay Garcia, Cundo Bermudez, Jose Mijares, Mario Carreño, and Purvis Young. Local Miami artists featured will include Maximo Caminero, Mark Cherry, Joe Chirichigno, Antonio Fortuna, Andrés Mesa, Lena Reznik, Stephen Tiger, Ray Trout, and former MasterMind Award winners Drugged Conscience Records and Domingo of the End/Spring Break.

Participating restaurants include Chef Adrianne’s Vineyard Restaurant and Wine Bar, Devon Seafood Grill, Dome Restaurant, Sushi Maki, Pao Town, Azucar Cuban Cuisine, Baklava Factory, Bonding, CineBistro, Doggi’s Sports Bar, Machiya, Catalina’s Bake Shop, Daily Melt, DelicaCecy Gourmet, and Bread and Butter.

An afterparty will be held at Cibo Wine bar, located at 45 Miracle Mile in Coral Gables.
Tickets cost $25 in advance or $35 at the door and include food sampling, spirits sampling, and full access to the Artopia event. A limited number of Oceania Cruises/Going Places Travel VIP Experience tickets are available for $45 in advance or $55 at the door and include access to the VIP Lounge with private DJ, premium restaurant sampling (available in VIP only), open bar, and full access to Artopia.

For more information, visit NewTimesArtopia.com or like us on Facebook.

Nourish 2/21/13

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Nourish
Thursday, 02/21/2013, 07:00 pm – 09:00 pm
Nourish_FlyerUnity on the Bay
411 NE 21st Street,
Miami, Florida 33137
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Nourish is an informative move about food and sustainability in our community and schools. It is being presented at Unity on the Bay in the Sanctuary and an open forum will be held afterwards. Come join us!

Roots Rock Wednesdays 2/20/13

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Roots Rock Wednesdays
Wednesday, 02/20/2013, 10:00 pm – 05:00 am
roots_rockBlackbird Ordinary
729 SW 1st Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33130
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Blackbird Ordinary presents Roots Rock Wednesdays! Featuring a special solo performance by El Bastardo of Los Bastardos Magnificos, and the Haitian Hillbilly playing the finest in rockabilly, blues, & r&B all night long. $7 for a PBR + shot of Dickle. 21+ to boogie woogie. No cover!

Clothing Drive for the families of Burkina Faso, Africa hosted by “Out of Africa” Store in Coconut Grove Mayfair 2/23/13

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Clothing Drive for the families of Burkina Faso, Africa hosted by “Out of Africa” Store in Coconut Grove Mayfair
Saturday, 02/23/2013, 07:00 pm – 11:00 pm
burkina-faso-women“Out of Africa” Store in Coconut Grove Mayfair
2911 Grand Ave # 402,
Coconut Grove, Florida 33133
Eventbrite Link

♥ 2013 is Year of Community. A time to give back and help to heal those who suffer from poverty. Many of those children and families, thousands of miles away to the villages of Africa and beyond can appreciate you caring heart. We thought of a way to involve EVERYONE in helping to heal these beautiful children of the sun, by donating unwanted clothes to put on their backs, and shoes to protect their precious feet.

CLEAN OUT YOUR CLOSET & MARK YOUR CALENDARS! Men, women, and children of ALL SIZES. Saturday, Feb. 23rd, Jon the unity at “Out of Africa” Store in the heart of the beautiful Coconut Grove inside the Mayfair, in efforts to collect as much shoes, socks, clothing, blankets, etc. to send to the village of Burkina Faso, Africa. In the meantime, live music & drums, complimentary appetizers, store discounts & more JUST FOR YOU! Be apart of something great, open your heart, share your gifts, JOIN THE UNITY.. ♥

Saturday, February 23, 2013 at 7-11pm

“Out of Africa” Store in Coconut Grove Mayfair

2911 Grand Ave # 402, Coconut Grove, FL 33133

~ FREE Admission with Clothes/Shoes donation

~ Complimentary Apetizers & Beverages

~ Live Music & Drums

~ Store Discounts

~ RSVP Online and Win a Gift From The Store

www.outofafricadrive.eventbrite.com

For more information:
Fabienne Claude
Event Coordinator
fabconline@hotmail.com
786-340-2671

Mail Donation/Monetary Donation Information:
Yassu Tafari

Marketing Director

judgedread111@gmail.com

Sun Sentinel Presents the Gourmet Food Truck Experience at Seminole Casino Coconut Creek on Feb. 19; Free Admission 2/19/13

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Sun Sentinel Presents the Gourmet Food Truck Experience at Seminole Casino Coconut Creek on Feb. 19; Free Admission
Tuesday, 02/19/2013, 06:00 pm – 09:00 pm
Seminole Casino Coconut Creek
5550 NW 40 Street,
Coconut Creek, Florida 33073
Webpage Link

If you’re a foodie (and who isn’t?), then make plans to sink your teeth into The Gourmet
Food Truck Experience presented by Sun Sentinel at Seminole Casino Coconut Creek! Approximately 25-30 gourmet food trucks will gather for one evening, only. Enjoy a flavorful variety of South Florida favorites including curry chicken, cheesesteaks, Latin-infused burgers, pizza and stromboli, arepas, tacos and so much more. Then, move on to decadent desserts from trucks serving crepes, milkshakes, snow cones, cupcakes and more treats. Bring your appetite and join us for lots of fun and tons of great food! Music will be provided by Mike Sipe Entertainment. Free admission; food item prices vary.

Reload Pool Party 3/21/13

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Reload Pool Party
Thursday, 03/21/2013, 12:00 pm – 08:00 pm
ReloadShore Club
1901 Collins ave,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
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We are pleased to announce the lineup for the RELOAD POOL PARTIES for Miami’s Winter Music Conference 2013.

The launch will be at the world famous Shore Club with the following artists live on stage poolside:

– STARKILLERS
– MANUEL DE LA MARE
– PROK & FITCH
– PATRICK M
– OLLIE SANDERS
– LOUIS DEE
– DOC BROWN
– FLYNN NOLAN
– JOE PAES

+ More TBA

Space is limited and the entry is free, so arrive early!
For Beds/Cabanas reservations 561-206-CLUB(2582)

www.ReloadPoolParties.com
www.ShoreClub.com

Shore CLub Miami
1901 Miami Beach
Miami USA FL

The Art of Wine and Food Series presents: World-Renowned Master Sommelier Andrea Immer Robinson 2/22/13

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The Art of Wine and Food Series presents: World-Renowned Master Sommelier Andrea Immer Robinson
Friday, 02/22/2013, 06:00 pm – 07:00 pm
andrea-immer-wine-redMuseum of Art | Fort Lauderdale
One East Las Olas Blvd.,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33301
Webpage Link

“Your Search for ‘The One’ is Over! World-Renowned Master Sommelier Andrea Immer Robinson joins host and certified sommelier Stephanie Miskew for Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale’s Art of Wine and Food Series, to discuss her life in wine and her Innovative Stemware, ‘The One’!”

Andrea is an American sommelier, chef, television personality, and author. She is one of 18 women Master Sommeliers in the world and was the first woman to be named by the Sommelier Society of America as the best sommelier in the United States. She has been the recipient of three James Beard Awards.

*As an added bonus each guest will receive one red and one white wine glass from Andrea’s “The One” collection to use during the event and take home to enjoy. Guests of the wine series are invited to view the galleries starting at 5 p.m.

For our regular wine attendees, please note this event is being held on a Friday night.

Reservations are required and seating is limited. For more information, and to RSVP, contact gvilone@moafl.org or 954-262-0249.

Speed Dating in Brickell 3/7/13

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Speed Dating in Brickell
Thursday, 03/07/2013, 07:00 pm – 09:00 pm
Kuka_General_LargeKukaramakara
1250 South Miami Ave,
Miami, Florida 33130
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Speed Dating in Brickell

Heart Tango invites you to join us for what promises to be a night you will not want to miss. If you are one of the many singles in the city looking to meet the city’s most eligible bachelors and bachelorettes, then come to Speed Dating in Brickell event at Kukaramakara in Miami! Join us for an evening of mixing, mingling, and speed dating.

Come and meet other single professionals like yourself and have the time of your life!

The venue is the fabulously hot-right-now Kukaramakara and love is in the air. Providing a truly enjoyable experience, Kukaramakara has a style all its own that has to be seen to be believed. Kukaramakara is an experience to remember.

Check in is at 7pm and the dating begins at 7:20 pm. Please check in at 7pm so you have a chance to mix and mingle before the dating begins.

Tickets are $25 in advance/$30 day of event

Ages 21-35

Free Shuttle service in Brickell/Downtown provided by Monkey Shuttle, Call (786) 352-8762

The new grassroots: social media and the deconstruction of marketing 2/20/13

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The new grassroots: social media and the deconstruction of marketing
Wednesday, February 20, 2013, 4:30pm until 7:00pm
smwrootsPAX Miami
337 SW 8th Street
Miami, Florida 33130
Free Entry
Free parking behind PAX
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Join us at PAX on Wednesday, February 20th, from 4:30pm to 7pm for the grassroots #SMWRoots social media panel, followed by networking and music.

The Social Media Miami Grassroots event brings together some of Miami’s top social media influencers who have utilized social media for projects that benefit the community.

These event organizers recognize the power of social media to motivate, inspire and rally community either for charitable purposes, activism, neighborhood organizing, and/or to bring together thought leaders and audience participants in open-format conferences.

In 2012, Miami saw an explosion of grassroots events, all organized by volunteers, including Philanthrofest, IgniteMiami, Social Media Day (Mashable), HeartCamp, BarCamp, Fashionably Conscious, No Walmart in Midtown, Artists for Israel (Art Basel), LATISM education projects (Latinos in Social Media), Little Havana Tours and History Miami’s Teen Exhibit, to name a few.

The panelists’ experiences may be valuable for small businesses trying to create a more personal style of social media that resonates with community.

Award-winning writer/blogger Maria de los Angeles of Sex and the Beach will moderate the panel, which includes professionals from different fields — from attorneys to realtors, PR professionals and more — all highly skilled in utilizing social media for their own business and volunteer activities: Alex de Carvalho, James Echols, Estrellita Sibila, Blanca Stella Mejía, Natascha Otero, Janie Coffey, Grant Stern, Corinna Moebius, Liza Walton and Muhammed Malik.

Live at Birdland Featuring The Birdland Big Band

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Live at Birdland Featuring The Birdland Big Band
birdlandSunday, February 17, 7pm
South Miami-Dade Cultural Arts Center
10950 SW 211 Street
Cutler Bay, FL 33189

$45- $25

Directed by Tommy Igoe.

This dynamic new ensemble, straight from the jazz mecca of the Big Apple, provides and unforgettable musical event that goes beyond the traditional and sets the standard for the 21st-century jazz orchestra. Featuring New York’s finest musicians and directed by Tommy Igoe, Live at Birdland surprises and delights audiences of all ages.  For tickets or information, visit smdcac.org or call 786.573.5300.

Info Courtesy Jazz & Blues Florida

Miami Fine Chocolate and Food Show at Pinecrest Gardens 3/9/13-3/10/13

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Miami Fine Chocolate & Food Show, Pinecrest Gardens
March 9-10, 2013, 10:00 am – 06:00 am
MFCFS_logo-with-datePinecrest Gardens
11000 SW 57th Ave (Red Road),
Pinecrest, Florida 33156
Buy Tickets Link

Miami Fine Chocolate & Food Show

Chocolate & Food Lovers Treat Yourselves!

Here’s what guests can expect at the Miami Fine Chocolate & Food Show:

•The Miami Fine Chocolate Show: Taste the finest in chocolate from around the country like artful creations from Flying Noir (Mendocino, California) to handmade chocolates from local Venezuelan chocolatiers Cacao Art Chocolates. Artisan chocolatiers will have products available for purchase, so attendees can take home their favorite truffles, bars, macarons, and ganache. Other chocolate exhibitors will include: Barry’s Gourmet Brownies, Kallari, Mary O’Malley Chocolatier, Pacari, and more.

•Gourmet Grove: The Gourmet Grove will act as a one-stop shop for gifts, featuring an expansive selection of products from infused olive oils to artisan cheeses from The Cheese Course, breads, exotic spices from Spice Galore, teas, charcuterie, and much more. Look for at-home gourmet ideas like hand-selected meats from Land & Sea, Italian products from Anacapri, in-home dining selections from Gourmet at Your Door, and more.

•Restaurant Row: Attendees will be able to enjoy the unique experience of walking down Restaurant Row, a boulevard bringing South Florida’s culinary greats together as they showcase their talents. While the list continues to grow, featured restaurants will include the Mayfair Hotel’s Spartico, Tuyo atop the Miami Culinary Institute where acclaimed chef Norman Van Aken serves as director of restaurants, authentic Mediterranean cuisine from Alhambra Restaurant, and more.

•Demonstration Stage: Presented by MDC’s Miami Culinary Institute, guests can enjoy over 20 hours of live demonstrations in the 500-seat Banyan Bowl Amphitheater. A select group of Miami’s most talented chefs will provide culinary insight as they make dozens of the finest food and chocolate creations right in front of attendees’ eyes.

•Pairings Pavilion: Clay Gordon, chocolate expert and creator of The Chocolate Life, will provide guided sessions of pairing beer, wine, spirits, coffees and teas with a wide variety of fine food, artisanal chocolates, and cheeses. In addition to pairing sessions, guests can use tasting tickets to sample 10-15 craft beer selections from Gold Coast Beverage Distributors, chocolate wines from E & J Gallo and Precept Wines, and more.

•Music: Music will fill the air at Pinecrest Gardens as the perfect background to the gourmet gathering.

•Petting Zoo, Water Playground, Feed the Fish and more: Guests can explore the grounds of Pinecrest Gardens, a fourteen-acre hidden treasure filled with tropical plants, rock formations, and water features. Family-friendly offerings include a petting zoo, water playgrounds, and place to feed and learn about fish.

$2.00 OFF full priced adult admission. Use code ERMAR when purchasing online.

 

Deering Seafood Festival 3/24/13

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Deering Seafood Festival
DSF logo with Date 2013Sunday, March 24, 2013, 10 am to 6 pm
Deering Estate at Cutler
16701 SW 72 Ave.
Miami FL 33157
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Cost: $15 for adults in advance online OR $25 at the gate
$5 for children ages 4-14; Children under 4 are FREE.
Admission includes park entrance and all activities excluding, food, drink, pontoon boat rides and rock climbing.
Deering Estate Foundation Members get Free Admission!

An island celebration for all ages starring Florida’s freshest fish and seafood prepared by area restaurants. Cooking demos with local executive chefs, on-going live entertainment, the Bahamian Junkanoo musical parade, stilt walkers and steel drums, pontoon boat rides to Chicken Key, a Lil’ Shrimp Kids Zone, Deering Discovery Cove where kids learn about the food chain and the five oceans of the world, an Artist Village, and tours of the historic estate.

Proceeds benefit the Deering Estate Foundation and are used for preservation of and programming for the historic estate.

Miami Children’s 31st Annual Corporate Golf Invitational 4/19/13

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Miami Children’s 31st Annual Corporate Golf Invitational
Friday, 04/19/2013, 10:30 am – 06:30 pm
Golf-logo-2013Biltmore Hotel & Golf Course
1200 Anastasia Avenue,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
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Tee up for a good cause! Join business and community leaders as we raise funds to support the children and families at Miami Children’s Hospital. Enjoy a beautiful golf outing at the Biltmore Hotel and Golf Course and reception featuring a spectacular silent auction.

Corporate groups and foursomes are invited to participate in this day-long event. Show off your driving skills and support a worthy cause. Not a golfer? No problem! Sponsorship, underwriting and volunteer opportunities are also available.

The Miami Children’s 31st Annual Corporate Golf Invitational is an All in Fore the Kids event.

Inaugural Gentlemen’s Night Out Presented by Turner Construction 4/18/13

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Inaugural Gentlemen’s Night Out Presented by Turner Construction
Thursday, 04/18/2013, 07:30 pm – 11:00 pm
GNO-LogoBiltmore Hotel & Golf Course
1210 Anastasia Avenue,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Webpage Link

Join us for an exclusive, sophisticated gentlemen’s event featuring tastings of premium scotches, spirits and selections of the finest cigars. Featuring a silent auction and entertainment, this event serves as an opportunity for men to come together for networking, entertainment, camaraderie and philanthropy.

An All in Fore the Kids event, the Inaugural Gentlemen’s Night Out Presented by Turner Construction raises funds to support the children and families at Miami Children’s Hospital.

Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation’s Take Steps Walk Makes Significant Impact in Lives of Those Diagnosed 4/20/13

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Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation’s Take Steps Walk Makes Significant Impact in Lives of Those Diagnosed
Saturday, 04/20/2013, 04:00 pm – 08:00 pm
Tropical Park
7900 SW 40 Street,
Miami, Florida 33155
Webpage Link

The Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America’s annual Take Steps Walk at Tropical Park in Miami will bring together more than 1,200 participants on Saturday, April 20, 2013, to create awareness and raise funds to support the thousands of people suffering from digestive diseases. 
Walk festivities will begin at 4:00 p.m. and will include live entertainment, free food and drinks, and a kid’s zone complete with bounce house fun! Guests will also get a special introduction to the Take Steps Miami Walk’s Honored Hero – Cata Berenblum. Cata, who is 15 years old, was diagnosed with Crohn’s disease at the young age of 10.
For more information about becoming involved in the Take Steps Miami Walk, or to learn more about the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America, please visit www.cctakesteps.org/Miami or call 561-218-2929. 

Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation Recruiting Team Challenge Participants 2/25/13

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Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation Recruiting Team Challenge Participants
Monday, 02/25/2013, 06:30 pm – 07:30 pm
Total Wine and More
8851 SW 136th Street,
Miami, Florida 33176
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The Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America (CCFA) is recruiting individuals to participate in their bi-annual Team Challenge program, an endurance training and fundraising program. Through Team Challenge, you can run, or walk, 13.1 miles, or train for a triathlon or cycling event while helping to find a cure for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, two chronic and often debilitating digestive diseases. 
The South Florida team, which has training locations in Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach Counties, will work together to raise more than $160,000 to support research to find a cure for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. Participants can choose between the Allstate Life Insurance Chicago 13.1 Half Marathon on June 8, 2013 or the Napa-to-Sonoma Half Marathon on July 21, 2013. 
Those interested in learning more about the Team Challenge program are encouraged to attend a commitment free, informational meeting taking place at the following location:

Monday, February 25 – 6:30pm
Total Wine & More 
8851 SW 136th Street, Miami, FL 33176

For more information, visit www.ccteamchallenge.org today or contact Rachel Kramer at rkramer@ccfa.org or 561-218-2929. 

Melissa Manchester in Concert 2/28/13

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Melissa Manchester in Concert
Thursday, 02/28/2013, 08:00 pm – 10:30 pm
mmanchester-2Dave and Mary Alper JCC – Robert Russell Theater
11155 SW 112 Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33176
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Melissa Manchester the legendary singer/songwriter and actress, returns to the Robert Russell Theater for a command performance. The celebrated career of this dynamic talent began when Bette Midler and Barry Manilow discovered her. Manchester went on to become a Grammy-Award winner, and has had Oscar nominated movie scores, recurring roles in the television series Blossom, and combined her acting and singing talents starring on Broadway in numerous shows. Melissa Manchester performs – one night only – at the Alper JCC in Kendall.

Red Carpet Wrap Up 2/24/13

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Red Carpet Wrap Up
Sunday, 02/24/2013, 06:30 pm – 10:30 pm
Adora-and-Teddy-BehrDeering Estate at Cutler
16701 SW 72 Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33157
Webpage Link

The Deering Estate Festival of the Arts closes with the smashing Red Carpet Wrap-Up on Sunday, February 24th, a blend of broadcast and live entertainment hosted by guest curators Teddy Behr (David Rohn) and Adora (Danilo de la Torre). With real-time feed from the Kodak Theater in LA, the actual Oscar ceremony and red carpet will be broadcast and projected on large screens, while Teddy and Adora offer erudite commentary on the fashion choices, questionable results and all manner of madness surrounding Hollywood’s most glamorous event. Adding to the dazzling evening is the Estate’s very own red carpet, staged on the historic main entrance. Guests are encouraged to dress up, whether as historic Hollywood actors or one’s own version of red carpet attire. Be forewarned, a shoe cam will not miss a step.

15th Annual Medical Marijuana Benefit Concert At Tobacco Road 3/2/13

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15th Annual Medical Marijuana Benefit Concert At Tobacco Road
Saturday, 03/02/2013, 06:00 pm – 03:00 am
mm1Tobacco Road Bar
626 S. Miami Avenue ,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link

Things will light up at the beginning of March when the 15th Annual Medical Marijuana Benefit Concert comes to Tobacco Road. The annual event, hosted by Ploopy Palace Productions and NORML of Florida will raise funds for NORML of Florida, Patient’s Out of Time, People United for Medical Marijuana (PUFMM), and The Silver Tour’s medical marijuana campaign and the protection of patients’ rights.

Currently there is a statewide campaign to change the medical marijuana laws in Florida including a petition and legislation in both the House and Senate. As a part of March 2nd extravaganza, there will be three stages for various bands and spoken word artists, all joining together under the marijuana cause. The genre of music will range from folk to reggae, hip-hop to jazz and everything in between.

Speakers include: Irvin Rosenfeld and Elvy Musikka (two of four federal medical marijuana patients), Florida State Senator Dwight Bullard, South Miami City Commisioner Walter Harris, Senior Circuit Court Judge Ric Zweig, Norm Kent (from the NORML National Board of Directors), and more!

Hearts and Stars Gala 3/9/13

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Hearts & Stars Gala
heartsandstarsSaturday, March 9th, 2013 from 8:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Terra Veritatis
4949 Pine Tree Drive
Miami Beach, FL 33140

General Admission tickets are $125 for a limited time and include unlimited premium cocktails, food and access to the property.
VIP tickets are $175 for a limited time and include full access to an exclusive VIP area, access to the VIP private yachts, exclusive premium drinks and food inside the Salon Privé, and VIP casino tables.
VIP tables at the Sea Lounge Monte-Carlo are also available for $3,000.00, which include VIP seating for 8 guests and unlimited premium bottle service all evening.
Tickets at www.HeartsandStarsGala.com. For VIP tables, please contact Reed Nicol at Reed@thelittlelighthouse.org  or 201.264.6356.
Proceeds from the Hearts & Stars Gala 2013 benefit The Little Lighthouse Foundation
www.thelittlelighthouse.org
The Official After Party is at LIV.

The Little Lighthouse Foundation presents the Fourth Annual Hearts and Stars Gala on.  Celebrating four years of making a difference, The Little Lighthouse Foundation has grown exponentially from 20 to 200 benevolent, devoted volunteers assisting children and families in South Florida.

This year’s Hearts & Stars Gala will be held at Terra Veritatis, the recently completed waterfront compound of Bill Dean, which will be transformed into the famously lavish Casino de Monte-Carlo. The night will include imbibing at Jimmy’z, dancing under the stars at the Sea Lounge Monte-Carlo, and champagne on luxury yachts at Port Hercule. Revelers will escape to  a majestic evening where the jet-set lifestyle of the French Riviera meets the über cool of South Beach. 

Gathering for an excellent cause guests will enjoy unlimited premium open bars all night and food from South Florida’s top restaurants and caterers.  All proceeds aggregated from the Casino de Monte-Carlo will be donated to the Little Lighthouse Foundation; chips will be exchanged for raffle tickets, which will be drawn for several prize packages  each valued at over US $10,000.

Valet parking will only be available to those parties who purchase a VIP table, however, The Little Lighthouse Foundation will have    pick up and drop off points where complimentary shuttles will deliver partygoers to and from Terra Veritatis. Visit The Little Lighthouse Foundation Facebook page to keep up with Hearts & Stars Gala 2013.

25th Anniversary Concerts for the Community 2/24/13

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25th Anniversary Concerts for the Community
25PHSunday, February 24, 2013 at 2:00 PM and 7:30 PM
New World Center
500 17th Street
Miami Beach, FL 33139

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Teddy Abrams, conductor
Jessica Rivera, soprano
Dimitri Pittas, tenor

Celebrate 25 years with the New World Symphony! These two FREE events—a 2:00 PM matinee and 7:30 PM performance and WALLCASTâ„¢ concert—feature a program of Leonard Bernstein’s most beloved works, including selections from On the Town and West Side Story. Fellows join NWS alumnus and Detroit Symphony Orchestra Assistant Conductor Teddy Abrams, as well as soloists Jessica Rivera and Dimitri Pittas for these delightful performances in honor of our silver anniversary.

Additionally, please join us from 1:00 until 7:00PM in the SunTrust Pavilion for the NWS Bazaar to shop our selection of vintage memorbilia and merchandise. And after the last concert, stick around outside a special send-off with fireworks!

Bernstein: Imaginary Coney Island from On the Town
Bernstein: Selections from West Side Story
Bernstein: Symphonic Dances from West Side Story

35th Annual Everglades Bluegrass Festival

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35th Annual Everglades Bluegrass Festival
35thEvergladesFlyerFeb 22, 23, 24
Friday, 5pm-11pm
Saturday, 10am-11pm
Sunday, 10am – 5pm
Greynold’s Park
18501 NE 22nd Avenue
North Miami Beach, FL 33280
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Advance 3-Day Only     $55.00
     Gate      3-day      65.00
     Friday          5pm-11pm    20.00
     Saturday      10am-11pm    35.00
     Sunday        10am – 5pm    20.00
Children under 17 Free  with Paying Adult

Camping begins February 18
Pets allowed in designated areas
No Pets, Coolers, Smoking In Concert Area
Bring Lawn Chairs – Festival Seating

Music lineup includes: James King, Lil’ Roy and Lizzie Saturday: The Grascals, Goldwing Express, Keith Bass & The Florida Bluegrass Express, James King, Highway 41 South, Ernie Evans, Palms Bluegrass, The New River Boys, Pine Island Express, Southern Shores, Alternative Tradition, Gray Lily, Cruddy Puppets, Corn Country, Oldtimejammers, Evan Carl, Triumphants, Robinson’s Sunday Morning Gospel.

Palm Beach Fine Craft Show 3/1/13-3/3/13

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Palm Beach Fine Craft Show
Friday, 03/01/2013 through Sunday, 03/03/2013 10:00 am – 06:00 pm
2013-FLYERPalm Beach County Convention Center
650 Okeechobee Blvd,
West Palm Beach, Florida 33401
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Not to be confused with the many “craft fairs” that dot the Florida landscape, the Palm Beach Fine Craft Show is a premier showcase of American contemporary art and design, presenting masterful work by 125 of the nation’s leading contemporary craft artists. The Palm Beach Fine Craft Show is professionally juried to ensure the highest level of excellence and originality in the work presented. Every piece is designed and made in artists’ studios across America, with artists offering their latest work in a dozen different media. Lectures daily. Fashion Shows Friday and Saturday. Admission $15. Seniors $14. Under 12 free with paid adult.

Sun Salutations Workshop with Rina Jakubowicz 2/22/13

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Sun Salutations Workshop with Rina Jakubowicz
Friday, 02/22/2013, 06:00 pm – 08:00 pm
177Rina Yoga in The Roads
1250 Coral Way,
Coral Gables, Florida 33145
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We’ll breakdown Sun Salutations in a way that will help you feel empowered in your practice, removing all doubt. Since you often open a class with Sun Salutations, mastering your technique will assist you in every pose thereafter. Once you know how to modify your Sun Salutation for your needs whether it’s more basic or more advanced, you will be confident to take your practice to the next level, optimizing your breath, your flexibility and your strength.

RSVP required. Limited space available. Email Rosa to RSVP and for more information: rosa@rinayoga.com

Price: $10 for Little Buddha members, free for Big Buddha members Members only

The Elektrik Funhouse Event 2/27/13

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The Elektrik Funhouse Event
Wednesday, 02/27/2013, 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
EB_e-flyer_ElektrikFunhouse3Elektrik Boutique
619 E. Las Olas Blvd,
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida 33301
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Join us at Elektrik Boutique Wednesday, February 27th for the Elektrik Funhouse Event celebrating Rory’s 28th birthday. Guests will enjoy cocktails, exclusive trunk shows by Jimmy Dugazon and Jared Lang, little bites and surprises.

A Valentine’s Eve Sneak Peek at Sweet Saloon Dessert Bar and Lounge 2/13/13

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A Valentine’s Eve Sneak Peek at Sweet Saloon Dessert Bar and Lounge
sweetsaloonWednesday February. 13th 2013.  9pm
The Sweet Saloon at  Moonchine
7100 Biscayne Blvd
Miami

The 305’s best kept secret "The Sweet Saloon Dessert Bar & Lounge" will now be open to the general public.
 
The Sweet Saloon is housed in Moonchine’s mezzanine in the heart of the MiMo Historic District. Entrance in the rear.  This unique combination lounge and dessert bar is the perfect fusion of Dj’s spinning, Live music, Unique entertainment and Beautiful people.
 
We invite you to join us and experience the sounds of our special guest Funky Junction spinning his Funkylicious sounds.  Funkylicious is a combination of Disco, Rock, Funk , 80’s and Minimal Tech, a perfect eclectic mix of rhythmical sounds. 
 
The saloons menu is perfect for those seeking after hour munchies.  Here food and drink aficionados are offered an array of sweet, salty, and spicy delicacies.  
 
If you are wondering if this main-stream saloon is for the sweet or the spicy, we suggest you check it out for yourself.   
 
Chic, yet Casual, Exclusive, yet Inviting, Sophisticated, yet Simple,  The Sweet Saloon is all that and more!
 
The Sweet Saloon will be open this Wednesday for the Sneak Peek and every Wednesday for an Industry Night including Saturdays starting February 16th.  Stay tuned for the launch of  the weekly events calendar beginning in March with a live music roster on Thursdays and Fridays.

World Erotic Art Museum First Annual Valentine’s Party 2/14/13

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World Erotic Art Museum First Annual Valentine’s Party
weamThursday the 14th,   8-11Pm
WEAM
1205 Washington Avenue
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
 
Complimentary Drinks/Dining/Dancing and Gifts  
 
This Thursday night the World Erotic Art Museum’s 1st. Annual Celebration of Valentine’s Day.  Join us for Drinks, Dancing and Dining at the museum on Feb 14th.  Xante will be our generous sponsor for both events in February.

SeminArt: Music Law. Selecting a Management Team and Setting up Your Music Company 2/27/13

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SeminArt: Music Law. Selecting a Management Team and Setting up Your Music Company
seminart logoFebruary 27, 7:00-8:30 pm
Sweat Records
5505 NE 2nd Ave
Miami, FL 33137

The first in a series of monthly legal workshops designed for Miami’s music community, organized by Cannonball, and hosted by Sweat Records, Miami’s premiere independent music store.

For this workshop attorneys Matt Buser and Kyle Egger discuss the process of selecting the right management team and how to establish your music company.

About the presenters:
Cannonball’s former LegaLink Coordinator Matt Buser specializes in entertainment law and contracts. He recently joined Ziglaw, Florida’s premiere multimedia entertainment law firm specializing in Media Companies, Broadcast Companies, Performing and Recording facilities, and New Media Companies.
Kyle Egger is experienced in contracts, business formations and negotiations, and is an attorney at The Nearing Firm, a boutique law office in Miami with expertise in Corporate Law, Commercial Law, Construction Law, and Environmental Compliance.

Beautiful Possibility A Traveling Exhibition by Alison Pebworth Opening reception and Elixir Tasting 2/15/13

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Beautiful Possibility: A Traveling Exhibition by Alison Pebworth Opening reception and Elixir Tasting
tourFebruary 15th, 7:00-10:00pm
Cannonball (formerly LegalArt)
1035 N. Miami Ave
Miami, FL 33136

Exhibition on view through February 20, by appointment only.

San Francisco-based artist and Visiting Resident, Alison Pebworth presents her ongoing research project and exhibition investigating what it means to be American. Beautiful Possibility consists of a series of hand painted canvas banners, a tour map, and a survey station. A rare Elixir Tasting, serving as an ingestible travelogue will be offered from the Beautiful Possibility communal drinking vessel at 8:30 pm.
Taking the nineteenth-century American traveling show as inspiration, the project launched from Southern Exposure in San Francisco in March 2010 and toured from California to South Dakota in the seven months that followed. A second tour commenced in April 2012, picking up where it left off, now arriving in Miami.

Visit beautifulpossibilitytour.com to follow the journey.

Bird Road Art Walk every 3rd Saturday of each month 2/16/13

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Bird Road Art Walk-Saturday, Feb 16 (& every 3rd Saturday of each month)
Saturday, 02/16/2013, 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
BRAD-H-Feb-2013-ad_edited-1Bird Road Art District
The Bird Road Art District is conveniently located just off of the Palmetto Expressway (SR 826) and Bird Road (SW 40th Street). The majority of the studios are located off of SW 75 Ave & SW 74 Ave.,
Miami, Florida 33155
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Once a month the Bird Road Art Walk blossoms with the creative genius of multiple artists working and exhibiting at the many studios and alternative spaces in the area. Enjoy an evening filled with live demonstrations, glass blowing, sculpture, ceramics, stained glass, drawing, painting, photography, installations, performance art, spoken word, poetry, dance, music and meet the artists who create them. It happens only once each month so don’t miss it.

Ample free parking and a free shuttle service that loops continuously throughout the district stopping at each participating artists’ studio and gallery.

Click here for listing: http://www.thebirdroadartdistrict.com/Bird-Road-Art-Walk.html

About the Bird Road Art Walk:
The Bird Road Art Walk is organized by an alliance of artists founded in 2010. The member-powered organization promotes and funds experiences that bring artists, art enthusiasts and collectors together. Events include the monthly Bird Road Art Walk, which features open studios, alternative spaces and creative businesses.

Web: www.thebirdroadartdistrict.com
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twitter:@BirdRoadArts

Mary Larsen’s Dreamscapes at Upstairs Underground Art Space Opening night 2/22/13

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Mary Larsen’s Dreamscapes at Upstairs Underground Art Space Opening night
invitesmFebruary 22nd from 7-10p
Upstairs Underground
1155 (rear-upstairs) SW 6th Street
Miami, Florida 33130

Through a meditative process of layering paint, ink, paper, found images, maps and silkscreen, Mary Larsen creates dream-like landscapes that are at once disorienting yet somehow familiar. Disparate elements work together to create an ephemeral atmosphere of violence and beauty, filled with contrasts and contradictions; balance through imbalance. By obscuring and revealing, each layer unfolds the narrative. The power of nature, history and chance coalesce to form an unsettling place that glimpses the possibility of hope. Each layer adds richness and depth, creating intimacy. Man is overwhelmed by the sublime power of nature and the pessimistic state of the world. The individual is depicted as a solitary figure in nature, all of his/her energy spent, on the edge of danger. The process is a transformative experience that informs the work. Images of violence and war and the power of nature are transformed into beauty and hope.

Exhibition runs from February 22nd – March 15th  2013

MANO Fine Art presents Faux Perfection 2/16/13

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MANO Fine Art presents Faux Perfection
Saturday, 02/16/2013, 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
MANO Fine Art Project Space
4225 SW 75 Ave (2nd Flr),
Miami, Florida 33155
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MANO Fine Art proudly presents Faux Perfection, featuring the work of guest artist Toa Castellanos and Miami artist, MANO.

Faux Perfection is a multimedia exhibition which explores the concept and consequences of beauty as it is manifested by contemporary media. Castellanos employs the use of collage, drawing, painting, photography and installations both as technique and as a metaphor to bring a poignant focus to displaced values of beauty.

The exhibition, opens on Saturday, February 16 in conjunction with the Bird Road Art Walk and will remain on view through March 10th by appointment.

MANO Fine Art Project Space:
MANO Fine Art Project Space is the working studio of Miami-based artist MANO and an exhibition and project space for art related events. MANO Fine Art participates in the Bird Road Art Walk, held on the third Saturday of each month.

For more information contact 305.467.6819 or visit http://www.manofineart.com/

BunnyPalooza 2013 at Miami Seaquarium 3/29/13-3/31/13

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BunnyPalooza 2013 at Miami Seaquarium
Miami Seaquarium BunnyPaloozaFriday, March 29th to Easter Sunday, March 31st
Miami Seaquarium
4400 Rickenbacker Causeway
Miami, FL.

Easter Weekend in Miami gets underway with BunnyPalooza 2013 at Miami Seaquarium, which hops onto the scene with the largest parade in the event’s nearly 15 year history.  Guests will enjoy continuous Easter Egg Hunts throughout the day, and five acres of adrenaline pumping fun with bounce houses, ‘Giant Fun Slide,’ Rock Climbing Wall, plus many prizes and surprises.  A discount offering an $8 off admission to BunnyPalooza is available with a receipt or coupon from Publix Supermarket. 
 
“Easter weekend is a big deal at Miami Seaquarium,” commented Andrew Hertz, General Manager at Miami Seaquarium.  “BunnyPalooza 2013 is much more than a traditional egg hunt, it offers families 3 days of fun with acres of shows, activities and even a parade!”
 
The Easter Parade will start daily at 12:30 p.m. complete with floats, bands, strolling performers, costumed characters and of course the Easter Bunny.  During the festivities, bunny hoppers should be on the lookout for a Golden Egg, which will be hidden in one goodie bag at BunnyPalooza egg hunts.  The Golden Egg will give one lucky child and up to three other family members or friends, lifetime admission to Miami Seaquarium. 
For more information visit www.miamiseaquarium.com

Cinema Paradiso Hollywood’s Kick-Off Party 2/28/13

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Cinema Paradiso Hollywood’s Kick-Off Party
Thursday, February 28 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Face
2022 Hollywood Blvd
Hollywood, FL 33020

The Hollywood Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) is proud to support the  Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival (FLIFF) in launching its $100,000 Capital Campaign for Cinema Paradiso Hollywood – a new movie theater in the heart of Downtown at 2008 Hollywood Boulevard.  Receiving unanimous support from the City of Hollywood on January 9 with a vote to inject $30,000 toward promoting audience outreach, this pledge will play a pivotal role in spearheading the Cinema Paradiso funding drive.  Under the helm of FLIFF Chairman Alan Koslow, the Capital Campaign has been set in rapid motion to raise monies for building renovations in preparation of a summer opening.

Cinema Paradiso Hollywood’s Kick-Off Party aims to rally business owners, elected officials and film aficionados to help FLIFF reach its goal; admission contribution is $20, which includes a welcome cocktail and complimentary hors d’oeuvres.  Leading by example, Janet Leavy Schwartz, long-time FLIFF patron, active board member and volunteer coordinator today became the very first private donor of Cinema Paradiso Hollywood, naming the sidewalk café in honor of her parents (Lillian & Kal Lustig).

"Downtown Hollywood is on the precipice of greatness,” said Koslow.  “Cinema Paradiso is the missing ingredient to the current mix of restaurants, retail stores and cultural events. We’re thrilled that the Hollywood community is already embracing FLIFF’s initiative to offer new and interesting films at the historic location. This is just the beginning of FLIFF’s mark on the ‘reel Hollywood.’"
 
Gregory Von Hausch, FLIFF President and CEO, envisions a compelling program of independent and foreign films, ranging from award-winning to undiscovered gems, and select first-run commercial pictures.  “I am so enthused with the prospect of Cinema Paradiso Hollywood,” said Gregory Von Hausch, President and CEO of FLIFF.  “The residents of Hollywood represent our prime demographic: articulate and aware, knowledgeable about cinema, literature, art and current events, and they enjoy going out.  Put that together with the city’s exciting arts revival and you have a strong foundation for economic and cultural growth.”  In addition to programming, the venue will be made available for rental, festivals and special projects. 
 
Redesigned by Broward-based architect Joseph Kaller, the former pottery store will be transformed into one 110-seat theater replete with wheelchair access and a full bar.  Though enhanced by the latest in cinematic technology and a digital marquee, Kaller’s vision respects the property’s “Old Hollywood” charm with a Deco Moderne line and decorative façade. 
 
“Cinema Paradiso Hollywood will be an amenity that will attract visitors and residents of Hollywood,” said Jorge Camejo, Executive Director of Hollywood CRA.
 
The Hollywood CRA’s commitment to the arts includes the Downtown Hollywood Mural Project and ArtsPark Live!, designed to boost and encourage a thriving social, cultural and economic landscape.  For more information about Cinema Paradiso in Downtown Hollywood or to make a donation, please email info@fliff.com .

Little Havana Art Show Live Entertainment 2/22/13

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Little Havana Art Show Live Entertainment
jpegflier- feb2013February 22nd, 7pm-10pm
Galeria Adelmo
1165 Sw 6th Street
Miami Fl.33130
305 549 7200
http://www.galeriaadelmo.com

 
You are cordially invited to join us
Complimentary Wine and Cheese
 
Art Show featuring various artists from the Americas including: Michael Hellem, Mirta Rosa Martinez, Bladimir Diaz, James Hazel, Alina Martinez, Julie Shen, Maria Reyes, Mona Mandal, Sir Roland Richardson, Eva Rapoport and Antonio del Moral

Club Blue B&GC 2nd Anniversary Party at Georges Kitchen Midtown 2/20/13

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Club Blue B&GC 2nd Anniversary Party
Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2013, 6–9 p.m.
Georges Kitchen Midtown
3404 North Miami Ave.
Miami, FL 33127

RSVPs are requested. Email clubblue@bgcmia.org  or call 305-446-9910 to RSVP.

Club Blue Miami, Young Professionals for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade invites area young professionals to celebrate the group’s second anniversary during an evening of cocktails and networking at Georges Kitchen Midtown. 
 
There is a $10 minimum donation at the door. Attendees will enjoy champagne and bar bites sponsored by Georges Kitchen. Drinks will be served at the bar for $6 from 6–9 p.m.
 
Club Blue Miami comprises energetic, young professionals ages 45 or younger who are, or are certain to become the community’s future leaders. It was established to provide a place where young professionals can connect to change lives. Members are individual contributors whom are committed to expanding Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade’s mission of building community awareness and establishing long-lasting ties with the community. For more information about Club Blue, visit www.clubbluemiami.org  or email clubblue@bgcmia.org.

Jefferson Starship & The Guess Who Perform Live at Magic City Casino 2/23/13

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Jefferson Starship & The Guess Who Perform Live at Magic City Casino
Saturday, February 23 at 8pm
Magic City Casino
450 NW 37 Avenue
Miami
Tickets are available starting at $20 and can be purchased online at www.magiccitycasino.com  or by calling 305-460-6579.
free parking with Valet parking available as well.

Magic City Casino prepares for an encore performance of iconic 70’s rock bands Jefferson Starship and The Guess Who. Attendees can look forward to an evening of legendary rock hits.
 
“We’re thrilled to host Jefferson Starship and The Guess Who! Fans will be in the presence of rock greatness with these talented performers,” said Scott Savin, Chief Operating Officer of Magic City Casino. “The audience can expect an electrifying show with classics including ‘White Rabbit’ and ‘American Woman.’” 
 
Jefferson Starship, originally known as Jefferson Airplane, is one of the biggest rock groups in America from the 1960’s. Jefferson Airplane, founded by Paul Kantner and Marty Balin in 1974, is best known for hits such as “Jane,” “White Rabbit” and “Count On Me.” Kantner, Balin and Jefferson Airplane were inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 1996. The album, Winds of Change, sported two Top 40 hits, “Be My Lady” and the title song. The album reached gold-record status.
 
The Guess Who, a Canadian rock band, produced a slew of classic rock hits in the late 1960’s and 1970’s including “These Eyes,”  “American Woman” and “Clap for the Wolfman.”  Their album, American Woman, peaked at the ninth spot on the Billboard Hot 200 list.

Artists in Action with Karen Rifas 2/15/13-2/16/13

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Artists in Action! with Karen Rifas
artsinactionTalk | Friday, February 15, 7-9pm
Workshop | Saturday, February 16, 1-4pm
Girls’ Club
117 NE 2nd Street
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 

More information
RSVP at admin@girlsclubcollection.org .

Talk: Hear Miami-based artist Karen Rifas speak about her evolving  career in the arts, her creative inspirations, and recent projects. Talk is free and open to the public.

Workshop: Karen will lead participants in the creation of a wrapped object, working with concepts of form, relationship dynamics, ritual and process. Registration fee $30, email for student discount.

Artists in Action! is a series of four informal artist talks, artist-led workshops and limited edition multiples by local artists. Enjoy lively dialogue and learn about each artist’s work, inspirations and creative processes.  

The MiaSci Young Patrons Present Big Bang 3/9/13

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The MiaSci Young Patrons Present Big Bang
bigbangSaturday March 9, 2013 10:00 PM to 3:00 AM
The JW Marriott Marquis
255 Biscayne Blvd Way
Miami, FL 33131

Coinciding with the Galaxy Gala is the museum’s Big Bang after party sponsored by Magic City Casino, the Downtown Development Authority and chaired by Alexis Rivera and Izzy Havenick.

Targeted at young professionals ages 21-40, big bang begins at 10:00 pm with a cocktail hour and at 11:00 pm the doors will open to the main event where attendees will join gala goers and “crash” the party. The gala transforms into a darker, nightlife inspired event with a Open Bar sponsored by Bacardi, music by the legendary DJ Mark Leventhal, amazing special effects, delectable hors d’oeuvres, dessert bar.

You can purchase tickets online or contact Malik Benjamin, Event Committee Member, for his special rate before February 14th. You may contact Malik at benjamin@fiu.edu. Please spread the word! Lots of fun to be had by all!

Attire: Black Tie Optional. Blue, Green, & Purple Are Encouraged

The Miami-Dade County Youth Fair and Exposition 3/14/13-3/31/13

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The Miami-Dade County Youth Fair & Exposition
youthfairMarch 14-31, 2013
The Youth Fair
Coral Way (SW 24th St.) at 112th Ave.
www.fairexpo.com 

Gates open on weekdays at 3 p.m., Saturdays & Sundays at 12 p.m. and at 12 p.m. during Spring Break, which takes place March 22 – 29, 2013.

General admission $10 and FREE admission for children 5 years and younger. Admission for active duty and retired military personnel $5 during weekdays (with military ID).

Parking is always FREE! Preferred parking is available for $15 per vehicle. Space is limited.

Now in its 62nd year, The Miami-Dade County Youth Fair & Exposition is offering fairgoers more deals and ways to save than ever, making it even more accessible to everyone in the South Florida.

Free entertainment is included with the price of admission and features:
·         The Shangri-LA Chinese Acrobats in the E. Darwin Fuchs Pavilion
·         The Zuzu African Acrobats at the Main Street Stage
·         Royal Hanneford Circus with 5 new thrilling acts
·         Show-Me Safari Pig Races
·         Petting Zoo
·         Strolling entertainment including: The House of Flying Cards street magicians, Rainbow Circus performers and Tadpole & Katie the Clowns.
·         Also for a limited schedule the NEW Jump, The Ultimate Dog Show (March 19-22 & March 25-28).
 
Special events and shows include:
 
Fridays Rock @ The Fair Presents:
·         Friday, March 15th – Colombian teen pop artist Matt Hunter
·         Friday, March 22nd – Dove Award-winning Christian band Newsboys ‘God’s Not Dead Tour’, with special guests Building 429 & All Things New
·         Friday, March 29th – American pop punk band We Are The In Crowd
 
Saturdays LIVE @ The Fair Presents:
·         Saturday, March 16th – Puerto Rican BMI & Billboard Reggaeton artist Gocho
·         Saturday, March 23rd – DJ Irie & MMA Matches
·         Saturday, March 30th – FCW wrestling with special WWE guest appearances.
 
VIP Tickets for the Fridays Rock and Saturdays LIVE Shows called the Ultimate LIVE! Experience packages are $49.99 and include:
·         Meet & Greet and digital photo with artist following the concert (find your photo at facebook.com/miamidadefair)
·         VIP seat in the Ultimate LIVE! seating area
·         Admission ticket to the Youth Fair
·         16 ride coupons
·         Ultimate LIVE! Experience lanyard
·         Quantities are limited
 
Upgrade to the VIP Ultimate LIVE! Experience PLUS for $64.99. The package includes all the perks of the Ultimate LIVE! Experience package PLUS the Midway Express Access, which gets you on the rides faster. Quantities are limited.
 
SunDay FunDays A-LIVE @ The Fair Presents:
·         Sunday, March 17th – Yo Gabba Gabba Meet & Greet
·         Sunday, March 24th – Ron Magill & The Zoo Characters 
·         Sunday, March 31st- The NEW Disney’s Annual Pass Interactive Experience & Billboards #1 kids artist Kidz Bop LIVE in concert
·         Plus other special family events from 12-5 p.m. on all three Sundays of the Youth Fair.
 
The Youth Fair wants to make it easy for everyone of all ages to come and experience everything it has to offer by creating amazing deals, including:
 
Opening Day Offers (March 14, 2013)       
·         50% off admission ($5 admission for adults) all day, no coupon necessary.
·         Free admission with the purchase of an advance ticket.
·         Free School Spirit Uniform Day (FREE Admission on Opening Day only for students wearing their uniform and presenting coupon. School ID may be required for high school Students.)
·         FREE for active duty or retired U.S. military personnel and immediate family with military ID (up to 4 guests)
·         FREE Seniors Day (62 + with ID)
 
$5 BEFORE 5 P.M. OFFERS
·         $5 admission & $5 Fair Foods & Games Monday – Friday BEFORE FIVE (5 p.m.) at The Youth Fair. 
·         Coupons are available at participating Pollo Tropical locations and online. Visit www.fairexpo.com and Sedano’s supermarkets for ways to save.
 
Seniors Day – Thursday, March 21st – FREE admission for Seniors (62+ with ID)
 
This year’s Youth Fair features 100 thrilling rides, including the NEW Speed, Marc 3 and Air Raid, as well as those in KiddieLand and KiddleLand Too! Areas with a NEW train, 160 food vendors, 130 merchandise shots, 40,000 student and adult exhibits and 50 games.
 
Ride Prices:                                
·         P.O.P (Pay One Price) Unlimited Ride Pass – $25 (Mon. – Fri. only)
·         NEW 10 Rides & Games Coupons – $12
·         NEW 22 Rides & Games Coupons – $25
·         NEW 55 Rides & Games Coupons – $60
·         Single Ride & Games Coupon – $1.25
·         Express Access Pass- $15 (Gets you on all the rides faster!

The Miami-Dade County Fair & Exposition, known for generations as The Youth Fair, is a private, not-for- profit organization that has donated well over $10 million in scholarships, awards and cash premiums to Miami-Dade students and is dedicated to supporting education and South Florida agriculture.

Aranjuez for Harp 3/3/13

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Sunday, March 3, 2013 at 8pm
New World Center
500 17th St.
Miami Beach, FL 33139  
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Kristi Shade, principal harpist with The Chamber Orchestra of New York, returns to South Florida to perform Joaquín Rodrigo’s Concierto de Aranjuez (for Harp and Orchestra).  Eduardo Marturet conducts The Miami Symphony Orchestra (MISO) in this program that also features Ravel’s Mother Goose Suite and Mendelssohn’s "Italian" Symphony No. 4.

Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida Presents The Little Onion That Could Chipollino 3/3/13-3/10/13

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Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida Presents The Little Onion That Could Chipollino
Saturday, March 3, 2013 at 11:00 am and 5:00 pm
Aventura Arts & Cultural Center
3385 NE 188th street
Aventura, FL 33180
Tickets: $25.00
Phone: 954-462-0222
www.aventuracenter.org 

Saturday, March 9, 2013, 7:00 pm
Sunday, March 10, 2013, 3:00 pm
Broward Center for the Performing Arts
201 SW Fifth Avenue
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312                
Tickets: $ 25.00                    
Phone: 954-462-0222                       
www.browardcenter.org

Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida’s 15th Year Continues With The Little Onion That Could – CHIPOLLINO!
www.artsballettheatre.org
 
Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida, nurtured and grown under the direction of Ballet Master Vladimir Issaev since October of 1997, leapt into its 15th Season in the fall, and now that it’s spring, South Florida ballet fans will be treated to a veritable all-you-can-dance salad bar, lead by a brave little green onion, presented by Arts Ballet Theatre’s professional corps of 18 dancers! But no worries, the only eye watering will be from visual delight!
 
Arts Ballet Theatre will bring back the family favorite “Chipollino” – a beautiful ballet in two acts, choreographed by Ballet Master Vladimir Issaev to the music of Russian composer K. Katchaturian.  This ballet is based on Gianni Rodari’s tale about vegetables. It is the story of a naughty "green onion" character by the name of Chipollino who fights the unjust treatment of his fellow garden variety town folk of Lemonia by fruity royalty (Prince Lemon – a truly sour character – and over zealous Chief of Police Tomato) in the garden kingdom.
 
Through music and dance, “Chipollino” not only tells the fanciful folk tale, but also expresses a much deeper political statement – the struggle of the underclass and the powerful, good versus evil, and the importance of friendship in the face of difficulties. “Chipollino” will capture the imaginations of both adults and children. Internationally renowned Jorge Gallardo designed all of the costumes and the backdrops were designed and created by Elena Bond.
 
“Chipollino” was originally written by Italian writer Gianni Rodari, and it became a very popular story in Russia, where composer Karen Katchaturian composed the music for a cartoon version, which was very popular among children and adults. Soon after,  Katchaturian wrote the music for an entire three Act Ballet. Vladimir Issaev created his choreography in 1992 for Ballet Concierto of Puerto Rico, where it was received with a great success. It was performed again in Venezuela by the Youth Ballet of Venezuela and, in 1999, by the Georgia Youth Ballet in Atlanta. The premiere in Miami was in 2003 and it ran for four consecutive seasons by audience demand.

Knot in Love Pre-Valentine’s Day and Boat Show Weekend Kick-off party at STK Miami 2/13/13

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‘Knot in Love,’ Pre-Valentine’s Day & Boat Show Weekend Kick-off party
Wednesday, Feb. 13, 2013, 8 p.m. to 1 a.m.
 stkSTK Miami
The Perry South Beach
2377 Collins Ave.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
www.togrp.com/stkmiami
To be included on the event guest list, please RSVP to Knotinlove@taraink.com .

STK Miami, the chic steakhouse inside The Perry South Beach, is proud to present “Knot in Love,” hosted by Miami media mavens: Liana Lozada, Online Market Editor for OceanDrive.com and Susset Cabrera, editor of Miami Beats and Sazon. The pre-Valentine’s Day boat show kick-off affair will feature Beach Bunny Swimwear and Mount Gay Rum, with music by DJ Artime and dancers clad in sailor attire, on Wednesday, Feb. 13, 2013. Located in the heart of Miami Beach, the restaurant, deemed “Not Your Daddy’s Steakhouse,” brings the pulse of New York to the rhythm of South Beach with a kitchen spearheaded by Executive Chef Aaron Taylor.
 
The sultry evening will begin with complimentary cocktails, courtesy of Mount Gay Rum, from 8 to 10 p.m., followed by a showcase by style partner Beach Bunny Swimwear. The fashion show will feature looks from the Cruise 2013 Bronze Collection, inspired by the sandy beaches of the Mediterranean and incorporating feminine details, rich color and bold hardware. The show will feature hair and makeup by Paul Mitchell’s Hi Tech School of Cosmetology.

The Lowe Art Museum Presents a Lecture by Mary Ellen Mark 2/28/13

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The Lowe Art Museum Presents a Lecture by Mary Ellen Mark
Thursday, February 28, 7p.m.
Storer Auditorium
UM School of Business
5250 University Drive
Coral Gables, FL 33146
Guests should RSVP to lowersvp@as.miami.edu.

Mark has achieved worldwide visibility through her numerous books, exhibitions, awards, and editorial magazine work. She is a contributing photographer to The New Yorker and has published photo-essays and portraits in such publications as LIFE, New York Times Magazine, Rolling Stone, and Vanity Fair. Mark was presented with the Cornell Capa Award by the International Center of Photography in 2001. She has also received awards including the Infinity Award for Journalism, an Erna & Victor Hasselblad Foundation Grant, and a Walter Annenberg Grant for her book and exhibition project on AMERICA. 
 
A reception will follow the lecture at 8 p.m. at the Lowe Art Museum.  Admission is $10 for non-members and free for Lowe members.  
 
Complimentary parking is available at Pavia Garage.  The museum store will have a limited supply of signed copies of Mark’s Prom (Getty Publications).
 
This event is generously sponsored by the Arnold and Augusta Newman Foundation. Support for the Lowe Art Museum is provided in part through a grant from The Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council, and the Miami-Dade Mayor and Board of County Commissioners.
 
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Yannis Janssens / Lee & Marie’s Cakery Company

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This Valentine’s Day, trade in the box of chocolates for chocolate paint. Pastry chef Yannis Janssens at Lee & Marie’s Cakery Company highly recommends it with strawberries.

Named for owner Andy Travaglia’s daughter’s grandmothers, Lee & Marie’s Cakery is a bakery-café hybrid that’s serving up a sweeter side in South Beach. Chat Chow TV shared an éclair with chef Janssens and talked sugar and spice, and everything nice.

“Lee & Marie, both of them were famous for baking, of course,” explains Janssens. “Lee is famous for cheesecake and Marie is famous for the German chocolate cake. We still sell those. They’re actually our top-seller cakes. You can buy the whole cake or you can buy by the slice.”

Pair your pastry (try the Heath-Bar fudge éclair) with Panther Coffee served in antique cups and saucers, a nod to the quaint shop’s comfy-chic charm. While Lee & Marie’s main masterpiece is the sweet, they offer a savory menu as well.

“We do have lunch and a breakfast menu,” Janssens admits. “It’s not super large, it’s whatever’s available at the farm. These are the ingredients that we use and then we make salad, sandwiches with [them] and in the mornings we make croissants with [them] and croissant sandwiches.”

If you’re feeling guilty about the caloric intake, know that your purchase is going towards a good cause. Lee & Marie’s actively supports those affected by autism by employing and providing housing for autistic adults.
Check out the video above to see why Janssens’ Belgian roots make for one extra-decadent cupcake, why pop-cones are heavenly, and what other Valentine’s Day gifts are available.

Destination Paris 2/16/13

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Destination Paris
Saturday, 02/16/2013, 10:00 pm – 05:00 am
parisHaven South Beach
1237 Lincoln Road ,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
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Since Paris is for Lovers, we have come to the conclusion that it’s for House Music Lovers. Join us this Saturday for what will be one of the best Destinations yet when our resident dj and (Captain) Kristian Caro alongside (Co-Pilot) Dave Damage on Violin make you dance like a WMC party. The energy, the music, the cocktails, the food, the beautiful people will make you feel like you are partying off the Champs de Elysee.
Music begins at 10pm, book your tables for dinner or drinks at 305 987 8885. Bon Voyage!

Let’s Celebrate Love 2/15/13

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Let’s Celebrate Love!!
Friday, 02/15/2013, 10:00 pm – 01:30 am
Lets-Celebrate-Love-Book-CoverKitchen 305 inside Newport Beachside Hotel
16701 Collins Avenue,
Sunny Isles Beach, Florida 33181
Webpage Link

Join published author Belinda Elkaim as she celebrates the release of her 3rd Amazon Best Seller “Has Cupid Gone Mad? Surviving The War Of Hearts”

It is Valentine’s weekend after all, so let’s celebrate LOVE !!!

Ladies Open Bar from 10:00pm – 11:00pm. Sponsored dinners (complimentary 3 course set menu) for the ladies, must RSVP with Belinda at belinda.elkaim@gmail.com

For a synopsys and preview of the book, please click on the event link.

Hope to see you there .. From Miami With Love, Belinda :-) <3 <3 <3

Reload Pool Party at Shore Club 3/21/13

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Reload Pool Party at Shore Club
Thursday, 03/21/2013, 12:00 pm – 08:00 pm
Reload-Timeline2Shore Club Hotel
1901 Collins Ave/ Use side entry on 20th street near the boardwalk,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
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We are pleased to announce the lineup for the RELOAD POOL PARTIES for Miami’s Winter Music Conference 2013.

The launch will be at the world famous Shore Club with the following artists live on stage poolside:

– STARKILLERS
– MANUEL DE LA MARE
– PROK & FITCH
– PATRICK M
– OLLIE SANDERS
– LOUIS DEE
– DOC BROWN
– FLYNN NOLAN
– JOE PAES

+ More TBA

Space is limited and the entry is free, so arrive early!
For Beds/Cabanas reservations 561-206-CLUB(2582)

See you poolside!!

http://www.ReloadPoolParties.com
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Deco Drive and Open Bar at SHOTS Miami 2/15/13

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Deco Drive and Open Bar at SHOTS Miami
Friday, 02/15/2013, 05:00 pm – 09:00 pm
FRONTSHOTS Miami
311 NW 23rd St.,
Miami, Florida 33127
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Deco Drive will be filming a segment of their show at SHOTS Miami at 7pm sharp!

To celebrate the occasion, we are hosting an open bar from 5pm – 9pm.

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DJ Paul E will be there tearing it up in the SHOTS Dance Floor and DJ Double R will be on the SHOTS Patio ripping it as well!

Last but not least, our favorite restaurant chain, Los Perros will be hosting the food!

Come see what the fuss is about. Experience SHOTS, Props, Fun with SHOTS Miami and Deco Drive on this momentous occasion in Miami nightlife history!

Date and time are subject to change so stay tuned…..

Swamp Stomp Music Festival 2013 2/16/13

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Swamp Stomp Music Festival 2013
Saturday, 02/16/2013, 04:00 pm – 02:00 am
swamp-newTobacco Road
626 South Miami Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33130
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What started as a killer backyard barbecue with a few friends in 2007 with a bunch of bands and booze has turned into one of Miami’s premier independent music festivals. In its last year, the festival attracted almost 2,000 people from across the country. Swamp Stomp is back this year to celebrate its 5th anniversary at their new home in downtown Miami, the historic Tobacco Road.

Sponsored by the Miami New Times, this year’s Swamp Stomp will have a number of stages with great local and national bands, including FISHBONE and Sister Sparrow & the Dirty Birds. Artists and vendors will also be displaying their work.

Tickets are $15 Pre-Sale and $20 at the door.

Greenberg Traurig Shareholder Robert S. Fine to Speak at Miami Law Review Symposium Panel Discussion: “Is the Web Accessible?” 2/16/13

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Greenberg Traurig Shareholder Robert S. Fine to Speak at Miami Law Review Symposium Panel Discussion: “Is the Web Accessible?”
Saturday, 02/16/2013, 09:45 am – 11:45 am
University of Miami Storer Auditorium
5250 University Drive,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
RSVP Link

Robert S. Fine, shareholder at the Miami office of international law firm Greenberg Traurig, will discuss the topic “Is the Web Accessible?” this month at the Miami Law Review Symposium event, “Social Media & the Law.” Specifically, Fine’s panel discussion will take place from 9:45 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. Saturday, February 16, at the University of Miami Storer Auditorium, 5250 University Drive, Coral Gables, FL, 33134. The free event is open to the public, and Continuing Legal Education (CLE) credits are provided. Registration is available online at http://lawreview.law.miami.edu/symposium-registration-form/

Miami Loves Artists Mural and Gallery Show, The Artisan Lounge 2/15/13

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Miami Loves Artists Mural and Gallery Show, The Artisan Lounge
Friday, 02/15/2013, 07:00 pm – 09:00 pm
TAL_MLA_web_bannerThe Artisan Lounge
500 NE 1st Ave,
Miami, Florida 33132
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Celebrate Valentine’s weekend with your love for art! Come join us next Friday for a Gallery Exhibit and Open Studios. We are also proud to premier our new mural along NE 6th Street! Thanks to Christ Fellowship for donating the wall space and supporting our community. Ten artists and several volunteers contributed to the electric and fun atmosphere as we painted the mural in an amazing 4 days!

In the galleries, we are proud to show the work of The Artisan Lounge founder, David Elgena along with Diana Pantoja.

6th Street mural artists:

Giselle Delgado Buraye
Steven Chun
Astolfo Funes
Lynn Garcia
GG Artwork
Irreversible Magazine
Matachos
Janet Mueller
Diana Pantoja
Katy Stallfus

Ayuda Illuminates Special Fashion for Special Kids 3/14/13

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Ayuda Illuminates Special Fashion for Special Kids
Thursday, 03/14/2013, 11:30 am – 01:30 pm
5X7_Postcard-ILLUMUNATE-FRONTThe Deauville Beach Resort
6710 Collins Avenue,
Miami Bech, Florida 33141
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. Once host to such celebrity guests as the Beatles, Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Junior and Dean Martin, on March 14, 2013, at 11:30am, the Deauville Beach Resort will host a different group of celebrities as local luminaries strut the runway at AYUDA Illuminates…Special Fashion for Special Kids.

Macy’s will be staging the fashion show extravaganza, featuring Miami Beach’s movers and shakers including Commissioners Jerry Libbin, Michael Gongora, Deede Weithorn and many others. This is a great way to network with the local luminaries. Music will be provided by DJ Jessimixx to highlight the fashions.

You will have the opportunity to bid on some fabulous auction items, including jewelry, gift certificates for local hot spots, and a host of other items, including massages, fitness classes and other services.

One Billion Rising Miami at NWS Soundscape Park 2/14/13

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One Billion Rising Miami
Thursday, February 14, 7:00pm until 9:00pm
Soundscape Park At The New World Center
Miami Beach, Florida
FREE and family-friendly!
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Miami Beach will join a worldwide campaign of thousand of cities in 196 countries to participate in One Billion Rising and create awareness in our community on ending violence against women. www.onebillionrising.org

One Billion Rising is a global call to action and a celebration envisioned by V-Day, a global activist movement to end violence against women and girls. www.vday.org

The goal of the evening is to engage the community in a rising and celebration through dance, art and music.

The event will include live performances by Miami-based artists, live music by DJ Le Spam and the Spam All-Stars, and a produced video featuring local and international celebrities such as Tracy Mourning, Jane Fonda, Robert Redford and others.

Daniel Fila, Also Known as Krave, Opens New Project Space in Little Havana’s Arts District 2/22/13

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Daniel Fila, Also Known as Krave, Opens New Project Space in Little Havana’s Arts District
Friday, 02/22/2013, 07:00 am – 10:00 pm
Daniel-FilaEl Fresco
535 S.W. 12th Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link

Known for his signature character, The Fresh Monkey, which he incorporates into most of his works, his semi-nude mural “Erin” and the subsequent series which it inspired, “The Sunbather”, Daniel Fila, also known as Krave, has opened a new project space in Little Havana’s emerging Arts District.

The new space will showcase Fila’s varied works, including illustrations, paintings, urban sculptures, and more. The stylishly minimalist space will highlight Fila’s works, as well as the works of artists he’ll collaborate with.

Dr. Seuss’ 109th Birthday 2/12/13

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Dr. Seuss’ 109th Birthday
Friday, 03/01/2013, 10:00 pm – 06:00 pm
Miami children’s Museum
980 MacArthur Causeway,
Miami, Florida 33132
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Friday, March 1st
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
This event is offered FREE to the public through the generous support of The Children’s Trust

Join Miami Children’s Museum as Read Across America’s official East Coast host location as we welcome The Cat in the Hat from his National tour in celebration of Dr. Seuss’ 109th birthday on Friday, March 1st! This FREE day-long celebration, generously supported by The Children’s Trust, will include celebrity readers, performances, appearances by Dr. Seuss characters, Seuss filled activities, and of course, birthday cake! Free to the public from 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM. To learn more call 305.373.KIDS (5437) or visit www.miamichildrensmuseum.org.

Culture Among the Vultures: Art in the Everglades 2/12/13

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Culture Among the Vultures: Art in the Everglades
Tuesday, February 12, 2013, 6:00pm
Books & Books
265 Aragon Ave.
Coral Gables, FL 33134

RSVP: arttuesdaysmiami@gmail.com  
Free Entry

6:00 pm           Networking in the courtyard
6:30 pm           Announcements inside
6:45-8:00 pm    Panel and Q&A

We often associate the Everglades with its abundant natural vistas: The river of grass, mangrove islands and glorious skyscapes. But for 6,000 years people have made culture in the Everglades. Calusa shell architecture, Seminole textile design, Charley Harper’s work for the National Park Service and an Artist in Residence program situating contemporary artists and writers deep in the Everglades for a month at a time. The panel will discuss these (and more) expressions of culture in the Everglades.

About the Panelists:
Miami-based artists who have been inspired by the Everglades, Tori Arpad-Cotta, video artist, and Ana Mendez, dancer and performance artist will be joined by the current Artist in Residence in Everglades Jane Abrams, a painter from New Mexico, as well as Laura Ogden, Associate Professor of Anthropology at FIU and author of SWAMPLIFE: People, Gators and Mangroves Entangled in the Everglades. Christy Gast, artist and Artist in Residence in Everglades board member will moderate the discussion.
 
AIRIE
South Florida is home to the only subtropical wilderness area in the country, Artists in Residence in Everglades (AIRIE) is the only program bringing artists to the Everglades. AIRIE’s purpose is to inform, connect, and support artists, writers and musicians who wish to be inspired by the Everglades and then become ambassadors for the Park and its resources. AIRIE partners with Everglades National Park staff to offer month-long artist residencies in the Park. At least twelve AIRIE Fellows per year live and create new work in the Park, and in return lead interactive activities with visitors and donate artwork to the Park.
 
This panel is presented by ARTtuesdays/Miami
ARTtuesdays/MIAMI is spearheaded by a group of volunteers who donate their time and resources to ensure that meetings are professionally organized and well attended. The program committee is comprised of Elisa Turner, Liana Pérez, Helen Kohen, Carol Damian, Ilana Vardy and Lilia Garcia.

Following the panel, ARTtuesdays guests enjoy a 10% dinner discount in the cafe, graciously donated by Books & Books.

Havana Night Under the Stars in the Courtyard of La Palma 2/21/13

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Havana Night Under the Stars in the Courtyard of La Palma
Thursday, 02/21/2013, 07:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Havana nights posterLa Palma Ristorante and Bar
116 Alhambra Circle,
Miami, Florida 33134
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A night of guyaberas, mojitos, cigars and dancing…

Music provided by legendary DJ Mike Calderon

Special appearance by “The Salsa Dream Team”

Try your luck in our casino…. Provided by “A Hot Party”

RSVP@freedomconciergeservices.com

Special Prix fixe menu available all night… $14.99!!

Cesar Salad

CHOICE OF ENTREE:

-Fettucini Alfredo with Chicken

-Penne Ala Vodka with Shrimp

-Ravioli Romeo and Giuletta (Homemade pasta filled with Spinach and ricotta cheese tossed with fresh tomato and basil)

DESSERT

-Homemade Flan

Embrace Equality at Books and Books 2/14/13

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Embrace Equality at Books and Books
Thursday, 02/14/2013, 12:30 pm – 02:00 pm
CatalystBooks & Books
265 Aragon Ave,
Miami, Florida 33134
RSVP Link

Find your valentine and treat yourself to an inspiring and hopeful culinary and intellectual networking event with acclaimed author Peter Edelman at Books and Books Coral Gables. Copies of So Rich So Poor will be on sale for $25. Box lunches also available. Learn why Americans’ incomes are more unequal now than at any time since the Civil War and what we can do about it. Register now for this free event!

Imagine a Thriving Miami : Tackles Poverty 2/15/13

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Imagine a Thriving Miami : Tackles Poverty
Friday, 02/15/2013, 10:00 am – 03:00 am
Catalyst1Catalyst Miami Office
1900 Biscayne Blvd. Suite 200,
Miami, Florida 33132
RSVP Link

Catalyst Miami hosts “Imagine a Thriving Miami,” a workshop part of the quarterly civic networking series, Imagine Miami, to discuss poverty and ways to combat it in our local community.

This event features legal scholar and renowned author of So Rich, So Poor: Why the Wealthiest Nation in the World Is Losing the Battle Against Poverty, Peter Edelman as the keynote speaker. Edelman, who famously resigned under the Clinton administration to protest treatment of the nation’s poor, will discuss issues such as the impact of under and unemployment when it comes to the ever-increasing challenges of ridding poverty in America. The workshop will include breakout sessions for attendees to explode the root issues of poverty and discuss grassroots solutions aimed creating a thriving, prosperous, and civically engaged Miami.

Imagine a Thriving Miami will also include a look at the 2013 Assets and Opportunity Scorecard released by the Corporation for Enterprise Development. The Scorecard explores the financial security of residents in all 50 states and the District of Columbia and assesses policies that are helping residents build and protect assets across five issue areas: Financial Assets & Income, Businesses & Jobs, Housing & Housing & Homeownership, Health Care and Education. Published annually, the Scorecard offers the most comprehensive look available at Americans’ ability to save and build wealth, fend off poverty and create a more prosperous future.

Participants in the Imagine a Thriving Miami conference will reflect the diversity of Miami. Legislatures, AmeriCorps volunteer service members, nonprofit leaders, community activists, parents, and students are all encouraged to attend. Please register ASAP, the event is $25.00 and space is limited.

Photographs of (HE)ART & Love – VIP Reception at Shots – Miami on 2/9/13

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(HE)ART & Love: VIP Reception at Shots – Miami on Saturday, February 9, 2013.  We got to see the unveiling of Ed King Pop Art’s new line of work.  Ed King supports the Family Resource Center which oversees the care for over 600 foster kids in Miami-Dade.  A custom shot was designed to benefit the FRC, shots for charity. The money raised through this shot went to benefit the foster kids in Miami-Dade. We also enjoying the sounds of award winning musician, Leo Casino.

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Photographs by Anthony Jordon of (HE)ART & Love – VIP Reception at Shots – Miami on 2/9/13

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Photographs taken by Anthony Jordon from (HE)ART & Love: VIP Reception at Shots – Miami on Saturday, February 9, 2013.  We got to see the unveiling of Ed King Pop Art’s new line of work.  Ed King supports the Family Resource Center which oversees the care for over 600 foster kids in Miami-Dade.  A custom shot was designed to benefit the FRC, shots for charity. The money raised through this shot went to benefit the foster kids in Miami-Dade. We also enjoying the sounds of award winning musician, Leo Casino.

Photographs taken by Anthony Jordon to see more of his work go to his flickr page or his facebook page.

Brother Jimmy’s Saturday Night Party with DJ Vertigo 2/16/13

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Brother Jimmy’s Saturday Night Party with DJ Vertigo
Saturday, 02/16/2013, 09:30 pm – 02:00 am
BJ_sat_DJ-Vertigo_newBrother Jimmys Miami BBQ
900 S. Miami Avenue Suite 135,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link

Brother Jimmy’s Saturday Night Party with DJ Vertigo

Starting February 16th, Every Saturday, Enjoy Oldschool Hip Hop,Rock and Pop by DJ Vertigo

Brother Jimmy’s is taking on the Miami scene by bringing DJ Vertigo into the mix. Starting February 16TH,Saturday nights will embrace the best Rock, Pop and Old School Hip Hop to the hottest bar in Brickell. Brother Jimmy’s BBQ Miami will continue to serve up their legendary slow-smokin’ barbeque, fresh crawfish, and cold beer.

WHAT: Saturday Nights With DJ Vertigo at Brother Jimmy’s BBQ Miami

WHEN: Every Saturday, Starting February 16th
Live DJ Starts at 9:30pm

WHERE: Brother Jimmy’s BBQ Miami-Mary Brickell Village
900 S. Miami Avenue Suite 135
Miami, FL 33130

12 Nights: Cello, Tibetan Singing Bowls, Video and Spatialized Electronics 2/16/13

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12 Nights: Cello, Tibetan Singing Bowls, Video and Spatialized Electronics
Saturday, 02/16/2013, 08:00 pm – 09:00 pm
JWTurnerHarold Golen Gallery
2294 NW 2nd Ave,
Miami, Florida 33127
Webpage Link

12 Nights of Electronic Music and Art VI:
Cello, Tibetan Singing Bowls, Video and Spatialized Electronics
featuring JW Turner and Jacob Sudol with Kyle Motl

Saturday, February 16, 2013 at 8PM. Harold Golen Gallery, 2294 NW 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33127.

Contact: info@fetafoundation.org
Admissions: $7
Students with valid ID: free

http://12nights.org/Season6/Season6-2.html
http://www.facebook.com/events/532979716725337/

Tonight’s sets feature music for cello, video and electronics. The North Carolina-based cellist JW Turner performs works by F. de Sena, T. Judson and R. Parks. The cello becomes an expressive voice awakening overtone harmonies, live electronics and video game improv. The locals Jacob Sudol and Kyle Motl fabricate a live electronic music set from processing the recordings of Tibetan singing bowls, Tibetan prayer cymbals and giant tam-tams.

Join us on facebook:
http://www.facebook.com/pages/FETA-Foundation/346130482098322

Celebrity Chef Ralph Pagano and Savor Tonight Invite you to Alba Seaside Italian 2/12/13

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Celebrity Chef Ralph Pagano and Savor Tonight Invite you to Alba Seaside Italian
Tuesday, 02/12/2013, 07:00 pm – 09:00 pm
Alba Seaside Italian
17315 Collins Ave,
Sunny Isles, Florida 33160
Buy Tickets Link

Chef Ralph Pagano — you’ve seen him battle Bobby Flay on “Iron Chef America,” Gordon Ramsey on “Hell’s Kitchen” & even as the host of “Pressure Cook” on the Travel Channel and Lifetime TV’s “All Mixed Up” — and now you can find him in his newest home — Alba Seaside Italian in Sunny Isles. Alba, the destination for Savor Tonight’s next Miami area happy hour event is located at Sole on the Ocean and offers gorgeous views of the Atlantic, thanks to the floor-to-ceiling windows. Pagano has created a menu that he coins “vacation cuisine.” Expect a blend of international flavors with Italian style and classic French technique focusing on fresh seafood and pasta.

Cost: $10 in advance or $15 at the door. This includes 1 drink and a selection of complimentary hors d’oeuvres.

Hors d’oeuvres to be served include:

Wagyu Sliders
Pizza Carciofi
Shrimp Tempura
Mini Chicken Parmesan Sandwiches
Tuna Tartar
Fresh Pastas from the kitchen…

Neiman Marcus , Bal Harbour -Gala kickoff event 2/27/13

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Neiman Marcus , Bal Harbour -Gala kickoff event
Wednesday, 02/27/2013, 06:30 pm – 08:30 pm
NM-BH-Stephanie-Kantis-After-School-2-FINAL-VERSIONNeiman Marcus , Bal Harbour,FL
9700 Collins Avenue,
Bal Harbour, Florida 33154
Facebook Link

Neiman Marcus , Bal Harbour along with After School All Stars and special host Todd Edwards, bestselling author and creator of Reality Rhyming, along with Erin Mia, Florida Philanthropist, cordially invite you to an exclusive gala kickoff event featuring the latest collection by Stephanie Kantis.
Join us for cocktails and hors d’oeuvres as we showcase the handmade collection of intricately designed bold jewelry pieces that have been sculpted out of bronze and hand-dipped in 24k gold.
Wednesday, February 27
6:30pm -8:30pm
9700 Collins Avenue
Bal Harbour, FL
Designer Jewelry
Level One
Kindly RSVP to 305.993.4612 or RSVPBalHarbour@neimanMarcus.com
Suggested donation minimum: $35-$100
With your Stephanie Kantis jewelry purchase during the event, Stephanie Kantis will donate a percentage of sales back to the South Florida After-School All-Stars organization

Riverwalk Blues and Music Festival and Blues Film Festival 2/16/13-2/17/13

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Riverwalk Blues & Music Festival and Blues Film Festival
1302.RiverwalkFestFebruary 16 & 17, 2013
Downtowner Saloon
10 South New River Drive East
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33301
downtownersaloon.com (954)463-9800

Riverwalk Blues & Music Fest
(Jazz & Blues Florida February 2013 Edition Feature)
Albert Castiglia
Ben Prestage
Joel DaSilva & The Midnight Howl
Nikki Hill featuring Matt Hill
Trampled Under Foot
Joey Gilmore, Holly & The Hub Caps
Famous Frank & The Knucklebusters All Star Jam
JP Soars & The Red Hots
Bonefish Johnny and Funky Root Revue
www.RiverWalkBlues.com

AND

2nd Annual Blues Film Festival
A showcase of many of the independent productions nominated for the 2013 Blues Music Awards™ from The Blues Foundation® and other exceptional new releases, including:
We Juke Up in Here! Mississippi’s Juke Joint Culture at the Crossroads
The Lucky Peterson Band feat. Tamara Peterson: Live at the 55 Arts Club Berlin by Lucky Peterson
Live at Checkerboard Lounge by Muddy Waters & The Rolling Stones
Everybody Has a Story "Gigamentary" A Chapter from the Deanna Bogart Band
Detroit Blues and Beyond, Motor City Blues & Boogie Woogie Festival
Dear John "Animated"
Blues Beyond Borders Live in Istanbul
Live Performance by JP SOARS and The Red Hots
BluesFilmFest.com

Info provided by Jazz & Blues Florida

UM Presents Africa in Cuba A Visual and Film Narrative Celebrating Black History Month Opening Reception 2/17/13

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UM Presents ‘Africa in Cuba’: A Visual and Film Narrative Celebrating Black History Month Opening Reception
Sunday, February 17, 2013 from 5:00 to 9:00 pm.
University’s College of Arts and Sciences Gallery
1210 Stanford Drive
Coral Gables, FL

The University of Miami’s Department of Art & Art History and Africana Studies under the leadership of Dr. Edmund Abaka, present ‘Africa in Cuba’ , an art and film exhibition celebrating Black History Month. The show, curated by international Cultural Curator Ludlow Bailey, will run from February 1, 2013 thru March 5, 2013. The exhibition is free and open to the public.

The exhibition will include a series of lectures/panel discussions and will feature the works of Afro-Cuban artists, Tomas Esson, Armando Marino, Nicholas Guillien Landrian, Duwane Coates, Manuel Mendive, Lupe Lawrence and Africana Studies Professor, Patti Rose. This Afro-Cuban art show will represent the first of its kind in South Florida and will showcase the wide range of artistic expression by African descendant people from Cuba and the Afro-Cuban Diaspora. The exhibition will also include the Cuban documentary photography of Africana Studies Professor Patti Rose. ‘Africa in Cuba’ will also feature film screenings by Afro-Cuban film makers Nicholas Guillen, Sergio Geral and Gloria Rolando. These screenings will be accompanied with lectures by Alberto Jones of Afro-Cuba Web and Professor Julio Ramos.

Ludlow Bailey has curated shows in Europe, The Caribbean and the United States. He is a lifelong student of Global Diaspora Affairs. He holds degrees from both Brown and Columbia Universities. He currently resides on the island of St. Thomas in the United States Virgin Islands.

Encompassing fields from history to poetry, philosophy to theatre, the humanities and the arts are essential tools for critical analysis, societal enrichment, and the pursuit of meaning and purpose in our lives. UM celebrates scholarship, research, community engagement, and creative expression in these vital disciplines with Taking Flight: The Year of the Humanities and the Arts. Throughout the 2012-13 academic year, this sweeping initiative features high-profile special events including presentations by renowned authors and scholars, and performances by guest artists. Taking Flight is sponsored in part by the Knight Foundation.

Magic City Casino Presents Free Concert by The Spin Doctors and Wheelin’ Dealin’ Street Food Festival 2/16/13

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Magic City Casino Presents Free Concert by The Spin Doctors & Wheelin’ Dealin’ Street Food Festival
mcc_logoSaturday, February 16
Wheelin’ Dealin’ Street Food Festival from 5pm to 10pm; Spin Doctors at 9pm
Magic City Casino
450 NW 37 Avenue
Miami, FL 33125

Magic City Casino, Miami’s first casino to offer Las Vegas style slot machines, presents a FREE concert by Grammy nominated Spin Doctors at Secada’s Lounge as part of their 20th anniversary tour of their landmark debut album, Pocket Full of Kryptonite. In addition, the casino will host its free monthly Wheelin’ Dealin’ Street Food Festival with over twenty of South Florida’s most popular food trucks serving a range of gourmet specialties.

The following trucks will be participating at the Wheelin’ Dealin’ Street Food Festival: 2 Jive Turkeys; Boba Station; Che Grill; Cheeseburger Baby; Coldstone Creamery; Crazydilla; Daddy’s Grill; Dim Ssam a Gogo; Don Mofongo; El Rey de las Fritas; Food Junkies; Grill Master Cafe; HipPOPs Handcrafted Gelato Bars; Killer Pasta; Marlie’s Delights; Mobile Culinary Kitchens; Sugar Yummy Mama; Taco Fresh; Mr. Good Stuff ; Pescados Unidos; Porkalicious; Purple People Eatery

·         Admission to the Wheelin’ Dealin’ Street Food Festival and the Spin Doctors’ concert is free.
·         Spin Doctors’ debut album, Pocket Full of Kryptonite, ranks among the 100 best selling albums of the 1990s, boasting sales of more than five million copies in the U.S. The band’s best known hits include “Little Miss Can’t Be Wrong” and “Two Princes.”
·         Food festival attendees will have the opportunity to participate in free games and win prizes.
·         Magic City Casino offers free self parking with valet parking available as well.
 
The Wheelin’ Dealin’ Street Food Fest is presented by Magic City Casino and Burger Beast. For more information, please visit www.magiccitycasino.com  or call 888.56.MAGIC.

CANCELED Mourning Family Foundation 1st Annual Wings and Wine with Jill Scott 2/20/13

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THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED

Mourning Family Foundation 1st Annual Wings and Wine with Jill Scott
Wednesday, February 20, 8 – 11 p.m.
The Raleigh hotel
1775 Collins Ave.
Miami Beach
Tickets are available for purchase online at www.mourningfamilyfoudation.org , or by contacting Tiffany Dallas at (786) 539-5881

Mourning Family Foundation, a not-for-profit organization supporting youth development and education programs, including Overtown Youth Center and Honey Shine Mentoring Program, today announced the launch of its first annual gourmet get down, “Wings & Wine.” The inaugural event takes place on the eve of the Food Network South Beach Wine & Food Festival (SOBEWFF) in collaboration with Bobby Deen, bestselling author and host of the Cooking Channel show, Not My Mama’s Meals. The exclusive dinner and networking event takes place at 8 p.m. Wednesday, February 20, at The Raleigh hotel located at 1775 Collins Ave, Miami Beach. The fundraising event features a decadent Southern-style menu, designed by the celebrity chef in conjunction with the Chef de Cuisine at The Raleigh, Daniel Ganem, and features entertainment by Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter and actress, Jill Scott.

The Southern-style menu includes traditional favorites cooked and prepared with a low-cal spin. Guests will also enjoy a variety of chicken wing flavors and options – kabob-style, boneless, make your own sauce, and more! To wash it all down, there will be a bottomless array of wines from Nickel & Nickel Single Vineyard Wines, and cocktails provided by Chambord Vodka and Jack Daniels Honey.

After the success of her last album, Light of The Sun, Jill Scott has been touring and preparing for the release of the FOX feature film “Baggage Claim,” in which she stars. The film is scheduled for release in Fall 2013.

Earlier this month, Bobby Dean released a new cookbook, “From Mama’s Table to Mine: Everybody’s Favorite Comfort Foods at 350 Calories or Less.” Several of the menu options featured at Wings & Wine were inspired by this book. Currently, the celebrity television chef is touring the U.S. for the launch of his newest book.

Since 1997, the Mourning Family Foundation, formerly Alonzo Mourning Charities, has served as hosts to fundraising events and galas in South Florida to advocate and empower underprivileged families and children through educational programs and resources. Together, Tracy and Alonzo Mourning have raised more than $10 million for their charity initiatives, including, Overtown Youth Center, a state-of-the-art facility that serves as a safe haven for children and families to participate in recreational and educational activities from 2nd grade through graduation, and Honey Shine Mentoring Program, which provides at-risk young women with positive role models and influences through its enrichment programs, workshops, camps and sisterhood. The addition of this annual event further supports the Mourning’s goal of creating a better tomorrow by investing in the youth of today.

Pavel Urkiza, Yadam and Julio Fowler in concert at Deauville Hotel Jazz Club 3/15/13

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Pavel Urkiza, Yadam & Julio Fowler in concert at Deauville Hotel Jazz Club
Friday, March 15 at 8:00PM
fundarte_YadamFowlerandPavelDeauville Hotel Jazz Club
6701 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33141
Miami Beach
$25 general admission, $5 Off for students and seniors
For Tickets click Here
or go to: www.fundarte.us
by Phone: 866-811-4111

The Deauville Hotel Jazz Club will re-open its doors on with a unique concert by three of the best contemporary Cuban singers and songwriters currently based in Madrid, who have been revitalizing the Cuban music scene in Spain for more than a decade: Yadam, Pavel Urkiza and Julio Fowler.
 
Yadam will bring his unique cutting-edge lyrics and electrifying energy to the local stage along with Pavel Urkiza, an exceptional guitarist and songwriter, whose music combines Afrocuban and New Age sensibilities with traditional Cuban rhythms and Jazz.  Joining them, and appearing for the first time in the U.S., will be the talented Julio Fowler, representing the new wave of Cuban singer/ songwriter whose music is an original mixture of identity & vanguard, an assembly of his Cuban roots with an infusion of international musical trends that complement it. These 3 musicians will perform together in an unprecedented collaboration that celebrates the best of the post-filin generation, and the new fusions of the Diaspora’s most innovative and poetic songwriters and interpreters.
Secure your tickets Now! (small venue)

Wine and Dine your Valentine for $100 at Kitchen 305 2/14/13

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Wine and Dine your Valentine for $100 at Kitchen 305
Valentine’s Day, Thursday, Feb. 14th, 5 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Kitchen 305
at Newport Beachside Hotel & Resort
16701 Collins Ave.
Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160
For reservations, please call 305-749-2110
 
PRICE:       $100 (not including tax and gratuity)

Kitchen 305 is setting the mood this Valentine’s Day with a delectable three-course menu for two and bottle of champagne for $100. Executive Chef Chris Wong has prepared a romantic dinner to be served starting at 5p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 14th.
                 
Savor a choice of starters such as Caesar Salad, hearts of romaine hand tossed in a homemade Caesar dressing with grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese and hearty homemade croutons; Balsamic Portobello Mushroom Salad, mixed greens topped with sundried tomatoes, Asian pear, fire roasted red peppers, candied walnuts, Portobello mushrooms and gorgonzola served with balsamic vinaigrette dressing or Maryland Crab Bisque, topped with a dollop of double whipped crème fraiche and chives.
 
Entree options include Grilled 14-oz Ribeye Steak, with oven roasted, garlic au gratin potatoes and sundried tomatoes with haricot verts in a rosemary soy reduction; Veal Milanese, lightly dredged bone in veal cutlets with warm watercress and cherry tomatoes served with spaetzle and veal au jus for dipping or Atlantic Salmon Stuffed with Maryland Crab, accompanied with wasabi red bliss mashed potatoes and baby carrots in a lemon dill butter sauce.
 
Desserts made for sharing include a Mini Granny Smith Apple Pie Alamode with a Tahitian vanilla ice cream; Molten Chocolate Lava Cake with cherry jubilee or 305’s Sweetheart Sundae, vanilla bean ice cream topped with chocolate sandwich cookie crumbles, fresh strawberries and whipped cream garnished with a white chocolate stick. 
 
For reservations, please call 305-749-2110.

Tigertail Presents Tatsuya Nakatani Percussion Solo and Nakatani Gong Orchestra 2/23/13

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Tigertail Presents Tatsuya Nakatani Percussion Solo & Nakatani Gong Orchestra
NakataniBlastTopSaturday, February 23, 2013, 8:30 PM
Miami-Dade County Auditorium’s
On-Stage Black-Box
2901 W Flagler St.
Miami, FL
More Info

$25    General Admission

Tatsuya Nakatani, originally from Osaka, Japan, utilizes drumset, bowed gongs, cymbals, singing bowls, metal objects, bells and various sticks and bows to create an intense organic music that defies category or genre.

Theorie And Junior and Hatter Present My Theorie Valentine Hosted By Miami Fashion Bloggers 2/13/13

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Theorie And Junior & Hatter Present My Theorie Valentine Hosted By Miami Fashion Bloggers
Wednesday, February 13, 2013, 7pm – 9pm
Junior & Hatter
2750 NW 3 Avenue
Miami, Florida 33127
RSVP to Lorelle@workshopcollective.com
 
Theorie, a revolutionary luxury hair care line, and Junior & Hatter, a new creatively inspired salon in Wynwood, present “My Theorie Valentine", a Valentine’s Day tweet up hosted by Miami fashion bloggers Ginger Harris (Electric Blogarella), Maria Tettamanti (The Wordy Girl), and Martha Dominguez (Princess Martha) on February 13 from 7pm – 9pm. “My Theorie Valentine” celebrates romance with fabulous hairdos and some good old-fashioned tweeting. The event will feature complimentary hair styling by Junior & Hatter owners Andrea Battista and Mario Silvestri, two of Miami’s most sought after stylists, using Theorie’s Saga Collection, a line of meticulously crafted flat irons that celebrity hairstylists have been raving about since its launch last year.
 
In July 2012, devised to be the perfect balance between leading-edge technology and distinctive ergonomic design, the Saga Collection quickly sold out when it was first made available to the public. This is a chance for Miami’s fabulous ladies to interact with and get their hair done by the same products that were used to achieve many of the looks seen at the 2013 Golden Globes and most recently, to create model Chrissy Tiegen’s wispy ponytail and long waves at the presidential inauguration.
 
Featuring:
Complimentary hair styling
Social Scavenger Hunts
Complimentary champagne cocktails courtesy of Korbel and Chambord
Giveaways: private blowdry sessions, flat irons and more!
50% off flat irons when purchased at the event
 
Important social components include:
@yourtheorie
@juniorandhatter
@gingerharris
@mariatettamanti
@princessmarthad
#ihearttheorie

Sunday Soiree 2/17/13

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Sunday Soiree
Sunday, 02/17/2013, 06:00 pm – 12:00 am
981Martini Bar (GulfStream Park & Casino)
601 Silks Run, Suite 2497 , FL,
Hallandale Beach, Florida 33009
RSVP Link

Sunday Soiree “A Soul-Phisticated Vibe”

► LIVE BAND 7p – 9p followed by DJ Spinning the best in Neo Soul, R&B, Hip Hop

â–º $5 HAPPY HOUR specials from 6pm to 8pm

► Dress code “Cosmo Chic”

â–º Ladies Free before 7pm; $10 cover before 8pm; $15 after 8PM

RSVP for guest list at majesticgroupevents@gmail.com / 786.357.2503

MARTINI BAR at Gulfstream Park Racing & Casino 601 Silks Run, Hallandale Beach, FL.

The 4th Annual WIRK Rib Round-Up Featuring Josh Turner, Rodney Atkins, Justin Moore, Chris Cagle 3/9/13

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The 4th Annual WIRK Rib Round-Up Featuring Josh Turner, Rodney Atkins, Justin Moore, Chris Cagle
Saturday, March 9th
Cruzan Amphitheatre
601 Sansburys Way
West Palm Beach, FL 33411 
Tickets On Sale Now!
For more information go to WIRK.com
 
Great Country Music and Taste-Tempting Ribs
 
\WIRK 103.1 FM’s “Rib Round-Up”, featuring great live country music and the best tasting ribs in South Florida, returns Saturday, March 9th to Cruzan Amphitheatre at the South Florida Fairgrounds in West Palm Beach.  Reserved Seats are $30.00 and Festival Lawn tickets are $25.00 and are on sale now!
 
This all-day family event showcases great live music from the galaxy of WIRK stars and this year is no exception.  Headlining the show will be top country artists Josh Turner, Rodney Atkins, Chris Cagle and Justin Moore. Also filling out the bill will be Lauren Alaina, Kip Moore, Florida Georgia Line, Greg Bates and Jon Pardi with more exciting acts to be named shortly. There’s something for everybody . . . and make sure to bring your appetite because you won’t want to miss the best Ribs in South Florida as well!
 
Some of the area’s best local restaurants and grillers will be competing to win your tastebuds as well as a host of prizes.  Trophies will be given out in the categories of best overall ribs, best sauce and people’s choice. Judging will take place throughout the day from a panel of celebrity judges with the award ceremony to take place at 9pm on the Main Stage at The Cruzan Amphitheater.  
 
So don’t miss the return of WIRK 103.1FM “Rib Round-Up” Saturday, March 9th at Cruzan Amphitheatre at the South Florida Fairgrounds in West Palm Beach.  Doors open at 12noon.  Reserved Seat tickets are $30.00 and Festival Lawn tickets are $25.00 and are available now through Livenation.com, all Ticketmaster outlets, charge-by-phone at (800)745-3000 and the Box Office at Cruzan Amphitheatre.
 
All dates, acts and ticket prices are subject to change without notice. All tickets are subject to applicable taxes, service and handling charges.

Café Prima Pasta Special Valentine’s Day Menu 2/14/13

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Café Prima Pasta Special Valentine’s Day Menu
Thursday, Feb. 14th (Valentine’s Day)
Seating Hours 4 p.m., 4:30 p.m. 6 p.m. 8 p.m. and 10 p.m.
Café Prima Pasta
414 71st St.
Miami Beach, FL
305-867-0106
www.cafeprimapasta.com

$65 per person (not including tax or gratuity)

Café Prima Pasta is setting the mood this Valentines’ Day with an “afternoon delight” half price menu from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. and prix fixe menu from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. featuring some of the restaurant’s most desirable dishes to compliment its existing a la carte options.

Executive chef, Papa Arturo, has coupled his passion for pasta with his proficiency in the language of love to create a romantic spread of Italian delicacies available for dinner on Thursday, Feb. 14th for $65 per person.

Begin the evening with a complimentary glass of champagne upon arrival. Then choose from a series of starters sized for sharing including Cupid’s Caprese, imported buffalo mozzarella layered between thick slices of beefsteak tomatoes and fresh basil; Exotic Mixed Green Salad, an organic spring mix of fresh garden greens, artichokes and hearts of palm drizzled with a tomato vinaigrette dressing; Carpaccio di Manzo, thin slices of USDA prime filet mignon with imported extra virgin olive oil, zesty lemon and robust parmesan cheese; Tuna Osaka, fresh tuna tartare splashed in a lemon and soy reduction or Sweetheart Fiocchi alla Pera, made-to-order pasta purses stuffed with fontina cheese and sweet pear, topped with roasted prosciutto in a creamy truffle sauce.

Enjoy an assortment of entrées ranging from Secret Garden Risotto, couscous risotto served with hearty root vegetables, porcini mushrooms and Mascarpone cheese; Heart Shaped Lobster Ravioli, homemade pasta pockets stuffed with Maine lobster and rich ricotta cheese; Red Snapper, fresh Florida snapper lightly coated in shredded zucchini and fried golden brown; Last Kiss Garlic Shrimp, jumbo rock shrimp tossed with penne pasta in a pink vodka sauce; Romantic Ravioli, fresh pasta purses filled with intoxicating porcini mushrooms and fontina cheese in a delicate cream sauce; “Maine Squeeze” Lobster, a savory lobster served over a bed of gluten-free, angel hair pasta and Lover’s Lamb Shank with made to order fettuccini.

Seal the deal at the end of the night with a Love me Tender Tartuffo made for indulging in with a special someone.

For reservations, please call 305-867-0106 or visit, www.cafeprimapasta.com.

The Miami Classical Guitar Society presents Vladimir Gorbach in Concert 2/23/13

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The Miami Classical Guitar Society presents Vladimir Gorbach in Concert
Saturday, 02/23/2013, 08:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Vladimir_Gorbach-photo-ad2St Bede Episcopal Chapel
1150 Stanford Drive,
Coral Gables, Florida 33146
Webpage Link

The Miami Classical Guitar Society is very proud to present our third concert celebrating our 25th Anniversary Season, featuring young Russian virtuoso VLADIMIR GORBACH – First Prize Winner of the 2011 Guitar Foundation of America, International Concert Artist Competition!

Captivating audiences worldwide, Gorbach has won First Prize in more than 10 international competitions. His recent win at the GFA International Competition has earned him a more than 50-city concert tour of the US, Mexico, Canada, Brazil and China, and includes a Carnegie Hall debut in 2013.

LOCATION:
St. Bede Episcopal Chapel
1150 Stanford Drive, Coral Gables, FL 33146
(At the University of Miami campus)
Parking is free.

TICKETS:
$25 general admission at the door, ($20 members/seniors/students with ID)

‘for artists…By Artists’ presents 2nd Sundays Wynwood Series in association with Carol Jazzar Contemporary Art. Kuhl & Leyton 2/10/13

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‘for artists…By Artists’ presents 2nd Sundays Wynwood Series in association with Carol Jazzar Contemporary Art. Kuhl & Leyton
Sunday, 02/10/2013, 07:00 am –
faba210HaVen Lounge
1237 Lincoln Road,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
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Join us for our 2nd Sundays Wynwood Series in association with Carol Jazzar Contemporary Art. Kuhl & Leyton will be exhibiting their series titled “ELITE DEVIANCE”

The objective of ‘for artists……BY ARTISTS’ (www.facebook.com/forartistsByArtists) is to create a social colony for artists from all disciplines of the arts with the focal point being on painters, photographers, designers and sculptors. Utilization of the technology at Haven and maximizing its potential is what sets this weekly exhibition apart from others.

About Brad Kuhl & Monique Leyton, who are Miami-born artists. They divide their time between Beijing, China and America.

CREATION:
Initial concept to finished piece / Working together

The focus of our work for the past ten years has been related to crime. We get many of our initial ideas by reading the news or watching the news either online or on the television. We pay attention to trends in the media and if we choose a topic to explore the initial stages are similar to research. This can entail reading books about a topic, watching interviews, movies and looking at relevant websites. As we research imagery begins to develop mentally. We constantly talk about our research and share ideas as we are working on an initial concept.
The next stage involves choosing an idea for a specific piece for a series. This stage includes additional research related to a specific topic. With our more recent work we use this to generate a mental image of what the scene might have looked like. We then download imagery from the Internet that fits our idea and convert this collage into a drawing.
Once we have a completed sketch we create a palette of our available colors and decide the colors for the major elements in the composition much like a paint-by-numbers sketch. We usually take turns picking colors at this point. After this we use a projector to project our sketch onto a sheet of paper and develop the layers of tape using the sketch as our guide. We do almost all of the work together and constantly step back to evaluate each other and implement “a switch” whereby we have to move to a new area of the piece.
The development of our work is always as a team, from beginning to end.

INSPIRATION:

“Elite Deviance” Series

Our inspiration for this series were as much a reaction to our past works as it was a reaction to a certain economic and political climate in America. Before creating this series our work had primarily focused on violence, but our interested can be more broadly described as crime. To expand what our work was about we decided to tackle non-violent crime. The pale political climate, talk of the “1 percent”, and numerous missteps that were costing both people and businesses unprecedented amounts of money paved the way for a series about white-collar crime.
White-collar crime appealed to us also because it questions the stereotype of who a criminal is. The canon of crime as seen on TV is often of a certain kind and committed by a certain racial or economic class. We were inspired by the question of why a wealthy and often upstanding citizen would commit such a crime. How do you punish a crime of this nature and of this scale?

WORK SELECTION MEDIUM

Bookbinding & Acrylic Tape

We discovered tape as a medium of creation while living in Rome as exchange students at Cornell University. We were drawn to their vibrant colors when living abroad because they reminded us of Miami. The medium informed our decision to make work about crime. As individuals neither of us were ever very comfortable with the idea of painting and in part using tape was a reaction to that. Tape allowed us to borrow from elements of painting while bringing in questions concerning drawing and collage. We’ve since expanded our palate to include bookbinding tape. We use the opaque nature of bookbinding tape to ground the acrylic tape.

THE BEGINNING

Meeting and the start of the work relationship

We met each other while studying art together at Design and Architecture Senior High School. We quickly become best friends of the inseparable nature. We continued our studies together at Cornell University. Increasingly our ideas became shared and the notion of which idea was whose became not only difficult to answer but trivial as well. Under this pretense, we began working together for the first time in our third year of university while living in Rome. Working together seemed a natural evolution in a dialogue that had become two parts of a whole. Our personalities are practically polar opposites and we have very different aesthetic leanings but it has been the differences that have held us together.

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Resident Music Composers:
UMBER BANDI -VILLE / GEORGE VIDAL / NEMANJA

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ENJOY OUR ARTISTS DINNER SPECIAL PAIRING MENU BY
elit By Stoli…

Dinner Reservations are highly recommended for this event.

elit by Stoli Dinner Pairing/Menu
$40 (Tax and gratuity not included)
RSVP for Dinner: 305.987.8885 or info@havenLounge.com

Mixology by Isaac Grillo

Culinary Cuisine prepared by Chef Todd Erickson

elit by STOLI…Cocktail Creations by Mixologist Isaac Grillo

HOSTED BY: SANDRA GARCIA, ROD PRATT
PROJECTION DESIGN BY: Ricardo Agudelo
CURATED BY: ROD PRATT

Wine by the Bay Launches Its First Collector’s Club Wine Tasting Events 2/21/13-2/23/13

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Wine by the Bay Launches Its First Collector’s Club Wine Tasting Events
Thursday, 02/21/2013, 07:00 pm – 09:00 pm
WBB-LOGO-WhiteBackgroundR1Wine by the Bay
888 Biscayne Blvd.,
Miami, Florida 33132
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Wine by the Bay announces its first Collector’s Club wine tasting events beginning Thursday, February 21, 2013. The wine shop’s intimate setting, at the heart of downtown’s arts and entertainment district, will provide the serious wine connoisseur a pleasing oasis – away from the crowds anticipated to converge in Miami Beach during South Beach Wine and Food Festival week.

The Curated Wine List

Thursday, February 21, 2013 at 7:00 p.m.

“Spectacular California Wine”

• Robert Foley Claret 2006 – one of the most famous California winemakers shows his ace

• Kathryn Hall Cabernet Sauvignon 2009

• Favia “Cerro Sur” 2009 – From Andy Erickson, the wine maker of Screaming Eagle

• Anakota “Helena Dakota” 2005 – The Winemaker of Veritè small secret yard

• Arnot Roberts Fellom Vineyard Cabernet 2009 – Possibly one of the best wines made in California

• Hundred Acre – Ark 2009

Saturday, February 23, 2013 at 7:00 p.m.

“Fantastic Italian Wines”

• Guidalberto 2010 – Second Label of Sassicaia

• Sassacaia 2009

• Sui Sassi 2006 – one of the most awarded wines from Tuscany, 100% Syrah

• Pelissero Barbaresco Vanotu 1999 – Single vineyard top cru, awarded the three glasses by Gambero Rosso

• Piancornello Brunello di Montalcino 2004 – awarded the three glasses Gambero Rosso

• Palari Faro – Featured on the cover of Wine Enthusiast April 2012 “Red-Hot Sicily”

Wine by the Bay will also offer festival goers an affordable wine tasting option without compromising quality on Friday, February 22nd at 7:00 p.m. Guests will taste and learn about a variety of 92+ rated wines for $20.00 per person with RSVP. Call 305.455.9791 or email info@winebtb.com.

Wine by the Bay has presented high-end wine tasting events at the Miami International Art Fair aboard the SeaFair and as part of a wine and dinner series at Amuse Restaurant at the Casa Moderna Miami Hotel and Spa. The February Collector’s Club tasting event will be the first on premise non-private event. The store also offers weekly wine tastings and regular cultural events. For more information, visit http://www.winebtb.com.

Camp Africa Florida 3/14/13 thru 3/17/13

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Camp Africa Florida
Thursday, 03/14/2013, 03:00 pm – 02:00 pm
6x8-flyer-2013-3rd-PAGE-1Sertoma Youth Ranch
85 Myers Rd,
Brooksville, Florida 34602
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Do not miss this annual unique, family friendly, high energy African drum, dance and cultural experience – Camp Africa Florida. Picture yourself immersed in the sights, sounds and flavors of an African village without ever leaving the continent. More than twenty professional African Drum and Dance Masters come together to host, entertain, perform and lead workshops in their arts.
Learn the secret rhythms from African Masters of Drum. (10 workshops available)
Learn the lively and spirited dances and the history behind the movements from African Masters of Dance. (10 workshops available)
Learn to play ancient African hand-made traditional instruments, such as the Balafon, Dodo and Kora. (6 workshops available)
Attend youth classes. Join African song classes. Listen to storytellers share their experiences, those of their ancestors and the mysteries and lore of traditional African life. Sample African cuisine. Shop for arts, crafts, musical instruments and food from a variety of vendors.
Thrill to the nightly entertainment of four professional African performing groups in their colorful native costumes. See legendary masked dancers perform their unique cultural ceremonies.
Drum with the Masters at the nightly drum circle around the bonfire.
Set up your tent and camp amid moss draped live oaks. (Primitive camping included in the price of admission)
This value-packed event is an experience of a lifetime that you will never forget.
The only African camp in Florida! It all happens March 14-17, 2013 at the Sertoma Youth Ranch in Brooksville, FL, centrally located between Orlando and Tampa. Register early and save! Find out more at www.campafricaflorida.com
See you in our Village!

ART NMB 2/15/13

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ART NMB
Friday, 02/15/2013, 06:00 pm – 09:00 pm
McDonald Center
17051 NE 19th Avenue,
North Miami Beach, Florida 33162
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Join us for an evening of art and design on February 15, 2013 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the McDonald Center, 17051 NE 19th Avenue in North Miami Beach. This free event is being sponsored by the City of North Miami Beach Mulit-Cultural Committee, Councilwoman Barbara Kramer, liaison. Food trucks will be on site behind the McDonald Center with a variety of delicious food for sale. This is a family-friendly event open to all ages!

Mayflower to Miami: Joan Cobb Marsh Fuses the Essence of Traditional and Contemporary Art 2/16/13

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Mayflower to Miami: Joan Cobb Marsh Fuses the Essence of Traditional and Contemporary Art
Saturday, 02/16/2013, 06:00 pm – 08:00 pm
Joan-Cobb-March-Postcard-Invite1_finalWilliams McCall Gallery
110 Washington Avenue, CU-3,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
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Joan Cobb Marsh, widely admired painter’s painter, unveils her recent interpretations of “Places and People Much Loved” at the Williams McCall Gallery South of Fifth. Kicking off with an artist reception that is open to the public on Saturday, February 16th at 6 pm, the exhibit will run until March 8th.

Joan Cobb Marsh is a known and globally collected artist who specializes in oil paintings. Marsh perfected her sensitivity to color as a young student of Henry Henche who was a protégé of Charles Hawthorne, the great American painter and founder of the renowned Cape Cod School of Art in Provincetown, Massachusetts. A descendant of the Mayflower, Marsh’s grandfather and great-grandfather were sea captains in Provincetown. “My grandfather had a fishing boat, the Betsy Ross,” she says. “He was John Kelly Cobb of Irish-Scottish descent. In the summer and fall, Marsh paints in her third floor Provincetown studio overlooking the harbor in the home she and her husband converted from her grandfather’s boathouse. During New England’s cold winter months, they drive to South Beach where Marsh paints. Her time in South Beach has inspired her brilliant and popular Port of Miami, South Pointe Park, Florida View, South Beach, and Everglades series.

Marsh’s exhibit will also include two new thoughtful works of the Twin Towers. In 2000, Marsh was granted a residency sponsored by the Lower Manhattan Cultural Council for the Arts, New York City. In her studio on the 108th floor of the Twin Towers, she painted many works depicting the spectacular views, three of which were lost in the 9/11 tragedy.

Art Walk + After Party | “Color Me Colombia” Opening 2/9/13

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Art Walk + After Party | “Color Me Colombia” Opening
Saturday, 02/09/2013, 07:00 pm – 03:00 am
Cafeina_Feb_Art_Walk_2013Cafeina Wynwood Lounge
297 NW 23rd Street ,
Miami, Florida 33127
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The Wynwood Exhibition Center Presents:
“Color Me Colombia” by Artists-
• Liliana Botero
• Billy Monsalve Duffo
• Diana Pantoja
• Matachos Art (Oscar Reyes & Isa Estrada)
Curated by Lola Reyes

Reception & meet the artists: 7-9 PM
On view: February 6th – March 4th

Sounds by DJ SUPERSEDE in the Garden
with special guest DJs A. Pole & ESCO
rocking the Lounge

❂ Beck’s Beer ALL NIGHT ❂ $5

❂ BOTTLE SPECIAL ❂ $357
Johnny Walker Black Label & Ketel One
Includes mixers, server & guaranteed table with advanced reservations.. which is AWESOME on Art Walk night.

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Doors at 7:00 PM
$7 Cover after 10:00 PM / Includes 1 COMPLIMENTARY DRINK! (well, beer or wine)

Table Reservations: 305-438-0792 | info@cafeinamiami.com

Learn more about, “Color Me Colombia”
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From Colombia, with love.. four Colombian artists have come together to create a playful exhibition that celebrates their heritage, yet their work does not directly or literally reflect a latin heritage visual per se. Instead, each artist has brought in their own expression of art; segments from their most recent bodies of work to fuse together an explosively colorful & multi-genre exhibit. It intertwines personally with Cafeina’s Colombian roots and this month we’re celebrating the motherland.. with love!

Valentine’s Day at Bayside Marketplace 2/14/13

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Valentine’s Day at Bayside Marketplace
Thursday, 02/14/2013, 10:00 am – 10:00 pm
Bayside Marketplace
401 Biscayne Blvd,
Miami , Florida 33132
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Bayside Marketplace’s restaurants, shops and romantic boat tours announce their Valentine’s Day special offers for dining, shopping, and sunset tours of Biscayne Bay.

Experience:
Valentine’s Day Champagne Sunset cruise – begins with in Biscayne Bay, though Millionaire’s Row, then off into the Atlantic Ocean for a champagne toast and a red rose as you watch the glorious sunset.

Dining:
Largo Bar and Grill will be serving up their tantalizing menu of fresh seafood, salads, tempting desserts and wine.
Mambo Café this Valentine’s Day will have a surf and turf special featuring 12oz skirt steak and 7oz lobster tail and bottle of wine.
Savor traditional all-you-can-eat Argentinean parrillada with champagne, roses and chocolates at The Knife Restaurant.

Shopping:
Christmas in Miami is offering 20% off all Valentine’s Day ornaments and tabletops and free personalization for these lasting tokens of your affection.
Designer Collection – $20 off any regular priced purchase of over $100.
Spa by the Bay – a free wire head massager with any purchase of $20 or more, half off regular priced massages of any duration and an extra 20% off all gift cards.

Photographs of 15th Miami Fashion Week Kick Off at The 4th Annual Humanitarian Awards at The Mondrian South Beach on 2/7/13

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Miami Fashion Week 15th Anniversary Kick Off at The 4th Annual Humanitarian Awards at The Mondrian South Beach on Thursday, February 7, 2013.  Miami Fashion Week will be held March 20-24, 2013 at the Miami Beach Convention Center.

“The Humanitarian Awards honors ten of Miami’s most dedicated and respected philanthropists for their endless giving to the community. The evening will include a special fashion presentation by “Miami Fashion ICON Award Recipients” Nicolas Felizola, Julian Chang and Viviana G for Petit Pois, fashion models, celebrity guests, music, food, cocktails, an awards presentation and a luxury silent auction with irresistible items from Tiffany & Co.”

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“Weekend for Two” at The James Royal Palm 2/14/13

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Weekend for Two
Thursday, February 14
The James Royal Palm
1545 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, Florida 33139

The James Royal Palm has dreamt up a Valentine’s Day inspired “Weekend for Two” package for couples that are looking for a romantic stay and food journey. Putting Cupid to shame, Florida Cookery’s chef Kris Wessel has designed a foodie’s fantasy that consists of love bites and cocktail bliss including the “Sexiest Chocolate fondue cake ever.”

Weekend for Two Package includes:
$50 cuisine and cocktail credit towards in-room dining or Florida Cookery
Complimentary split of champagne
Special turndown service from the executive pastry chef

*The three-course dinner package is $70 or $125 with a bottle of red, white or sparkling wine.

Dark Crystals Art Exhibit 2/19/13

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Dark Crystals Art Exhibit
Tuesday, 02/19/2013, 05:30 pm – 08:00 pm
dark_crystals_exhibitPalm Beach State College
3160 PGA Boulevard,
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida 33410
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DARK CRYSTALS

Invited artists:

Nune Asatryan
Leah Brown
Reinier Gamboa
Amy Gross
Freddy Jouwayed
Carol Prusa
Samantha Salzinger
David Alan Sincavage

Curatorial Statement:

Artists and Academics are a famously peripatetic bunch, often wandering the nation like vagabonds for various causes, washing up in unexpected places like so much flotsam and jetsam in a Tom Hanks movie. And so it was, like many before that I found myself in the Fall of 2010 wandering the unknown lands of an uncharted territory that I knew only as “South Florida”. After I gained my bearings and found a reliable source of fresh water, I was able to determine that this was in fact the southern edge of a very large peninsula that connected to the mainland at an unknown point north. The local inhabitants were pleasant people, and after relaying to them my peculiar interests they gave me directions to several cultural destinations that I might fancy. It was here, at the many gatherings and galleries that loosely define what one might call an “art-scene” that I began my investigation in greater depth. Finally, after two and a half years of inquiry and methodical study I have created the following curatorial effort to document my findings.

The artists in this exhibition are but a few of the many talented and dynamic individuals working today in South Florida, but their art spoke to me in a very direct way. All curators bring with them a sensibility, a vision of the world that frames and categorizes the overflowing efflorescence of creativity that one might dip a hand into in order to pull forth one thing over another for further consideration, and I am no exception. I like to think of this particular taxonomy, this exhibition, as a gemological display of Dark Crystals that are native to this region.

Firstly, I find in their work something mysterious and indefinable- a “darkness” that is not necessarily the darkness of death and decay, but more the penumbra of things unknown or imagined. At various times and in various instances I have thought of qualifying adjectives such as phantasm, visionary, mystic, imaginal, but I must admit there is no cudgel of descriptive clarity that would simplify and reduce the complexities of this x-factor into something suitable for a sound-bite or byline because the work remains multifarious and diverse. In this post-historical nether region that we have found ourselves inhabiting there no longer seem to be transcendental movements that permit the unification of artists into simplistic epistemological corrals like so many cattle into the Critical meat-grinder. On the contrary, each artist remains a universe unto themselves, a complete and fully functional idiosyncratic cosmology in which parts and pieces of the Universal have been lovingly crafted into something so specific it cannot be shared by language. The thread that guides us out of this labyrinth is only the path charted by my curatorial eye, which is to say a subjectivity that like the crystals in question, and the far-side of the moon, remains Dark, because it is knowable only in the abstract.

Similarly they possess a radiance and beauty that qualifies them as “Crystals”. Something magic perhaps as well, and like the molecular lattices of mineral samples, they vibrate with their own internal logic. What cannot be denied is that the works in question are indeed in possession of this vibrational energy, and though one may view such phenomenon with the haggard lens of scientific materialism, reducing all events into mere quantitative datum, ultimately the sensations of experience are to be felt and not measured. In this way these Dark Crystals are in possession of a certain quality that can be ascertained only through direct observation.

And so like a collector of beautiful shells, or more ominously of dried and mounted insects, I present to you a display of local talent. Each artist glimmers and shines with their own vintage aura, and like the facets in a great majestic diadem, here in this exhibition they form a type of unity. It has truly been a pleasure wandering in the wilderness and discovering these creators. I hope you will find in their work the same glittering magic that caught my eye as I surveyed the landscape, and that your experience of life will be made more vivid in some small way.

-Jacques de Beaufort

99JAMZ Welcome Back Party for Papa Keith 2/15/13

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99JAMZ Welcome Back Party for Papa Keith
Friday, 02/15/2013, 11:00 pm – 03:30 am
pk-flyer-win-frontMoca Cafe
738 NE 125th Street,
North Miami, Florida 33161
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Join us FEB 15th as WEDR 99JAMZ, Miami Social, Real Promotions, and a host of Papa Keith’s celebrity friends celebrate the return of the Prince to the Radio station.

Musical Arrangements will be provided by DJ Tarique, Jazzy T, & Live Poets Society

Special Celebrity & Media Guest Including

Marvin Dixon (Comedian)
Duane Starks (NFL Super Bowl Champ)
Donovan Campbell (Ch 7)
Howie Chung (VP Records)
Jill Tracey (HOT 105)
Lisa Lee (Miami Heat)
Marlon Hill (Entertainment Lawyer)
Orande Gadsden (Former Miami Dolphin)
Rick Party (Voice Actor)
Ricky Castro (Kommercial Kings)
Special Ed (Old School Rapper)
Terry Alexander (Miami Radio Legend)
Tony Kelly (Record Producer)
Vanessa James (Brand Ambassador)

Free parking available – Ladies Free B4 12 AM

Photographs from 2nd Annual HeartCamp Unconference at Hotel Urbano Brickell

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The 2nd Annual HeartCamp Unconference at Hotel Urbano Brickell on Saturday, February 2, 2013.   HeartCamp is held during American Heart Month they discussed the physical, emotional, spiritual and creative aspects of the heart, with a focus on relationships of all kinds — relationship to the heart, body, self, others and soul. Topics include heart health, nutrition, sex, romance, career, parenting and many more.

 

RefreshMiami: Technology + Food 2/20/13

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RefreshMiami: Technology + Food
refresh-miamiFebruary 20, 2013 7:30pm – 10:00pm
Miami Dade College Wolfson Campus
300 SE 2 Avenue
Miami, FL, 33132
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Discover the science and technology that is rapidly changing what we eat. This will be less of a typical Refresh event, and more in the style of a TED event. Top chefs will be demonstrating how they use modern technology to innovate in the food industry.

This event is co-hosted by ChatChow.tv

Confirmed speakers so far:
Travis Starwalt from Tuyo
Giorgio Rapicavoli from Eating House
Chuck Woodward from ChillN Ice Cream Shop

There will be 2 ticket types and you will need to register here on Eventbrite.

General Admission: Free (unfortunately we cannot provide 300 people w/sampling of the gourmet cuisine)
VIP: $25 You get reserved seating in first 2 rows and you get to sample all the food being made.

Contemporary artist, Randee Heller at Art Fusion Galleries during Wynwood Art Walk 2/9/13

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Contemporary artist, Randee Heller at Art Fusion Galleries during Wynwood Art Walk.
Saturday, 02/09/2013, 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
randee-heller-art-fusion-inviteArt Fusion Galleries
3550 North Miami Avenue ,
Miami , Florida 33127
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Contemporary artist, Randee Heller at Art Fusion Galleries during Wynwood Art Walk.

Hosted by Erin Mia Milchman

7-10pm Saturday, February 9th
Art Fusion Galleries
3550 North Miami Avenue
Miami, Florida 33127

* Refreshments
* Live Music
* Valet Parking Upon Request

Biography
RANDEE began painting at a young age, born into the artistic nature of New York. Her passion to pursue art is nothing short of destiny. In the 1980’s she began working with Textile Prints in the creative capital Miami, Florida.
As a Designer, RANDEE assisted artists with textile renderings. Participation in several local and regional art shows helped RANDEE to gain enough recognition to inevitably sell designs to many of today’s Fort Lauderdale manufacturers.

The self-trained & award winning artist is best known for her colorful composition. You will also notice the graceful movements in RANDEE’s work within her profoundly reflective paintings. Her unique taste for texture perception has become increasingly well received in the art world, having made custom pieces for the personal homes of Hollywood celebrities.

The artist’s value is heavily steeped in the appreciation of contemporary abstract art. Her paintings portray the significance of the harmonious balance between human discord & nature. Much like a Kandinsky, the representational elements are removed, leaving paintings that communicate through the pure abstract language of symbols, shapes, and most importantly, color. RANDEE’s gift and ability to combine color has made her an expert at her craft.

Looking toward the future, RANDEE is working on an art curriculum for children in local hospitals as this gifted artist is driven by her passion for philanthropy.

www.RandeeHeller.com

Twitter: @RandeeArt

Rina Yoga Valentines Chocolate Cooking Class with John Schott 2/10/13

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Rina Yoga Valentines Chocolate Cooking Class with John Schott
Sunday, 02/10/2013, 02:00 pm – 03:30 pm
Picture-5Rina Yoga in The Roads
1250 Coral Way,
Miami, Florida 33145
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Date: Sunday, February 10th.
Time: 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Price: Individual $25.00 Prepay
Couple: $40.00
Members 10% off
Location: Rina Yoga in The Roads
1250 Coral Way, Miami, Fl. 33145

A simply delicious introduction to chocolate making for the home cook. Just in time for Valentines Day, learn how to make chocolate fudge, a shake, and chocolate bark with Lifefood Gourmet Executive Chef John Schott. Indulge in ingredients that are both rich and healthful. Enjoy a decadent afternoon with your sweetheart or yourself!

RSVP required. Limited space available. Email Rosa to RSVP and for more information: rosa@rinayoga.com

Winn-Dixie Honors the Legacy of Good Eating with Chef Terryl Jackson as part of Black History Month Celebration 2/9/13

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Winn-Dixie Honors the Legacy of Good Eating with Chef Terryl Jackson as part of Black History Month Celebration
Saturday, 02/09/2013, 12:00 pm – 02:00 pm
WD-Chef-Terryl-Jackson-HeadshotWinn-Dixie Store #343
14900 NW 7th Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33168
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During Black History Month, Winn-Dixie proudly celebrates the diversity of its customers and the many flavors of the African-American heritage by hosting a Legacy of Good Eating at select stores. As part of the celebrations, shoppers will enjoy an afternoon of family, food and heritage and will be treated to a live cooking demonstration featuring Gold Medal award winner and nationally recognized Chef Jackson, who will prepare a kickin’ jerk chicken dish. In addition to the delicious food tastings, event attendees can pick up new recipes such as pan seared pork chops, seafood and sausage jambalaya, Hoppin’ John and shrimp, avocado and mango salsa to add to their cook books, as well as enjoy a live radio remote, children’s activities and more. For more information, visit www.winndixie.com/mylegacy.

Alba Seaside Italian’s WTF Dinner Party 2/7/13

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Alba Seaside Italian’s WTF Dinner Party
Thursday, 02/07/2013, 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Alba_WTF_Feb2013Alba Seaside Italian at Solé on the Ocean
17315 Collins Ave.,
Sunny Isles Beach, Florida 33160
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The newly opened Alba Seaside Italian restaurant, located at Sole on the Ocean hotel at 17315 Collins Ave. in Sunny Isles Beach, is launching its first-of-many WTF (Wine – Travel – Food) weekly dinner parties on Thursday, Feb. 7 at 7 to 10 p.m.

The culinary journey is inspired by Pagano’s love for everything travel and food and will feature an endless Italian feast. For $35, guests will enjoy a family-style Alba tasting menu including pasta, fish and meat. Pagano will continue bringing you food until you tell him to stop. And for just $15, guests can pair this feast with non-stop wines by the glass – as long as you’re eating, you’re drinking, too.

And Pagano will still be offering his popular “The Vinny D Split” concept. Based on Ralph’s belief that “a little gamble goes a long way,” every table gets to play. At the end of the meal, before the check is presented, a bingo wheel with balls numbered 1 through 100 is brought to the table. The guests pick one number and the tumbler is spun. If the first ball pulled from the tumbler matches the one picked by the guest at the table, the entire check – food, drink and wine included – is on the house.

RA Sushi in South Miami’s Mardi RA 2/12/13

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RA Sushi in South Miami’s Mardi RA
Tuesday, 02/12/2013, 07:00 pm – 11:00 pm
RA_MM_MARDI_122112.inddRA Sushi in South Miami
5829 SW 73rd St.,
South Miami, Florida 33143
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ead over to RA Sushi in South Miami on Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2013, from 7 p.m. to close to celebrate RA’s version of Fat Tuesday with “Mardi RA.” During the event, enjoy New Orleans-themed food and drink specials, festive décor and entertainment.

Get in the spirit by dressing in Mardi Gras attire and throwing on some colorful beads. A special guest DJ will keep the crowd going all night long.

Take a bite out of “The Big Easy” with a variety of one-night-only spicy food specials. “Mardi RA” dishes include the Spicy Chicken and Shishito Green Necklace, a noodle dish tossed with chicken, green and red bell peppers, onion, garlic, chili sesame sauce, and shishito peppers, garnished with Sriracha and black sesame seeds ($7). The Chili Shrimp Roll is an amped up Viva Las Vegas Roll topped with spicy crab mix, crispy spicy shrimp, cilantro, jalapeno, and Sriracha ($8). Enjoy the Beef Kushiyaki, three beef skewers with green and red bell peppers and onion, tossed in teriyaki sauce ($9).

Tame the heat from these spicy dishes with two special cocktails that give a nod to New Orleans: The Southern Julep, made with Southern Comfort, Makers Mark, simple syrup and mint ($8); and the HurRAcane, featuring Southern Comfort, fresh fruit juices, lemon lime soda, simple syrup and grenadine ($8).

RA Sushi in South Miami’s first-ever Foodies Show Heart charity cooking competition 2/13/13

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RA Sushi in South Miami’s first-ever Foodies Show Heart charity cooking competition
Wednesday, 02/13/2013, 07:00 pm – 09:00 pm
MM_FSH_EMAIL_FINALRA Sushi in South Miami
5829 SW 73rd St.,
South Miami, Florida 33143
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SIX Savvy Foodies
ONE Secret Ingredient
AN EPIC BATTLE FOR A NOBLE CAUSE

RA Sushi in South Miami present its 1st ever “FOODIES SHOW HEART” charity cooking competition.

WHO: Six prominent, local culinary writers, food bloggers and media personalities.

THE RULES: Contestants must team up with a RA Sushi chef to create and name their “ultimate” signature sushi roll.

THE CATCH: Each roll must incorporate a secret, seasonal ingredient.

THE JUDGES: You! Attendees at the celebration will serve as the judging panel. Each guest will receive ONE token to vote on the best tasting, cutest looking, most creative sushi roll.

THE CAUSE: Each contestant is competing on behalf of a separate philanthropic organization. The champion’s dish will be added to RA Sushi in South Miami’s menu for 30 days, during which a portion of proceeds from the sale of that item will benefit the creator’s charity of choice.

THE FUN: Aside from noshing on sushi made by an expert panel of your favorite foodies, the celebration will feature music by a special guest DJ and extended Happy Hour pricing until close.

AND NOW, LET’S MEET THE CHALLENGERS…

– Laine Doss, lead Food & Spirits Reporter at Miami New Times and Broward/Palm Beach New Times, as well as contributor to Food Network and Cooking Channel – competing on behalf of Tri County Humane Society, a 100 percent no-kill organization saving lives of animals in Palm Beach, Broward, Miami-Dade and Martin counties.

– Linda Gassenheimer, TV and radio personality at WLRN 91.3 and “Dinner In Minutes” columnist at The Miami Herald, is an award-winning author of 16 cookbooks, including The Flavors of the Florida Keys and Fast and Flavorful: Great Diabetes Meals from Market to Table – competing on behalf of Camillus House, a full-service center that has provided humanitarian services to the indigent and homeless populations of Miami-Dade County for more than 50 years.

– Jen Karetnick, Dining Critic at MIAMI Magazine and Miami’s longest-running food critic, she has written about food and travel national publications and websites including Food Network’s City Eats, Forbes.com, Gayot.com and Southern Living ¬– competing on behalf of Doctors Without Borders, an international medical humanitarian organization that provides independent, impartial assistance in more than 60 countries.

– Lydia Martin, “Lunch with Lydia” columnist for The Miami Herald, has lunched with celebs such as Jennifer Lopez, Lil’ Kim, Penelope Cruz, Will Smith, Sting and Celia Cruz, along with a who’s who of food world personalities, from Ferran Adria and Alain Ducasse to Anthony Bourdain – competing on behalf of Pridelines Youth Services, an organization dedicated to supporting, educating and empowering South Florida’s lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning youth in a safe and diverse environment.

– Jacquelynn Powers, Editorial Director of MiamiPopMedia.com and a longtime food writer for Ocean Drive Magazine, The Daily Beast, AOL and Urban Daddy, her interview subjects include Emeril Lagasse, Padma Lakshmi and Wolfgang Puck – competing on behalf of Mourning Family Foundation, a non-profit organization founded by Alonzo and Tracy Mourning to better serve South Florida communities and its children.

– Johnny Todd, Miami Community Director at Yelp and urban explorer seeking the best that local businesses have to offer, Todd has also bested Chicago foodies in two “Iron Cook” competitions (Citrus and Autumn) – competing on behalf of Year Up, a an organization that seeks to close the Opportunity Divide by providing urban young adults with the skills, experience, and support that will empower them to reach their true potential.

The event is free with RSVP to FoodiesShowHeart@taraink.com.

Space is limited!