COMPLIMENTARY WINE & REFRESHMENTS
TO BUY TICKETS
$12 for Non-Members ~ $10 for Members
Tickets include admittance to both the Art Show & Reception as well as the film screening of Out at the Wedding! TIckets are only available for purchase via our website (links above) or at the door the day of the event. Tickets sold at the door are cash only, general admission.
MEET FILMMAKER LEE FRIEDLANDER!
GroveHouse Artists
Is pleased to announce it will be hosting a 2 day
Outdoor Painting & Photography Event
in the Village of Coconut Grove
in the Courtyard of The Heart of the Grove Gallery and Gift Shop
located at 3439 Main Highway
for information contact the gallery at 305-445-1743
or
Barbara Tejada at 305-979-9534
Saturday, December 6th, 10.00 am – 4.00 pm
Sunday, December 7thth, 10 am – 1.00 pm
Artists will be working throughout the Grove
Dec. 7th—judging will begin at 1:30 pm Prizes will be awarded at 2:30 pm in the Courtyard with a reception following
Art sale in the Courtyard both days of the event
Painting Awards: sponsored by COWs ( “Containers on Wheels” – tm)
1st place – $500.00
2nd place – $250.00
3rd place – $125.00
Judge’s Choice – $100.00
2 – Honorable Mention – $50.00 each
Photography Awards:
1st place: $250.00 sponsored by Coconut Grove Bank
2nd place: $125.00 sponsored by GroveHouse Artists
3rd place: $75.00 sponsored by GroveHouse Artists
2- Honorable Mention: $50.00 each sponsored by GroveHouse Artists
Judges:
Rev. Wilifred Allen-Faiella
Rector – St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church
David Collins – Executive Director Coconut Grove BIC
Robert Parente – Director
Mayor’s Office of Film & Cultural Arts
Winners will exhibit their work in
The Heart of the Grove Gallery and Gift Shop – Dec. 7th, 2008 to Jan 3, 2009
Mark di Suvero Sculpture Exhibition at Fairchild
Opens December 6
Renowned artist Mark di Suvero’s enormous steel sculptures will rise over Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden’s world famous flowering trees and vines, lush rainforest and bustling butterfly garden. His sculptures were created with diverse spaces to engage the observer with changing dimensions as they approach it and move through it. Mark di Suvero at Fairchild will be on exhibit through May 31, 2009. Admission is $20 for adults, $15 for seniors, $10 for children 6-17, and free for children 5 and under and Fairchild members. Garden hours are 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily.
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden
10901 Old Cutler Road, Coral Gables
305-667-1651
Chamber Holiday Luncheon & Toy Drive – Thurs. Dec 4
Please join us at the our Chamber Holiday Luncheon,
Thursday, Dec 4, 12 noon
with Special Guest, Merrett Stierheim, at the newly renovated Woman’s Club of Coconut Grove, featuring the delectable cuisine of Bill Hansen / Coconut Grove Events.
This is not only an opportunity to check out the new facilities, but a great opportunity to give back to children in need of comfort and joy… bring an unwrapped toy and enjoy a specially priced lunch of only $15!
Space is limited so RSVP and pay by calling 305 444 7270 or email info@coconutgrove.com
Use the special form below and return by email or fax.
info@coconutgrove.com
In Celebration of Art Basel
An Evening of Art & Film by Women
Sunday, December 7th
Miami Science Museum
3280 South Miami Avenue
5:30 PM- 7:15 PM
Exhibit & Reception
Celebrate Art Basel with an evening of art by South Florida Women artists. Enjoy complimentary wine and refreshments while viewing some new and exciting pieces. Featuring the works of Eurydice, Marianna Fox, Alena Fresquet, Laura Luna, and Vivian Marthell among others.
7:30 PM
OUT AT THE WEDDING
Directed by Lee Friedlander
SOUTH FLORIDA PREMIERE
Out At The Wedding is about relationships. It’s about the thin line between trust and truth and the incredible comic lengths we go to avoid both.
Transplanted Southerner, Alex Houston, has found life as a successful wine importer in Manhattan to be a pretty fabulous life. Laughs come in spades from her best gay pal since childhood, Jonathan and love is found in the package of Dana, a dreamy bi-racial airline pilot. When he unexpectedly proposes to her the day she’s to leave town for her sister’s wedding, life gets complicated. Having assumed her southern family would never accept her ethnic boyfriend, she’s never told them he exists. In turn, she’s led Dana to believe her entire family is dead.
Once back in South Carolina, it’s a minefield of emotion as she deals with her distant father, her overly exuberant sister Jeannie and all the relatives and friends of her past who can’t believe she’s still single. Especially curious is Alex’s dim high school sweetheart who misunderstands a conversation with Jonathan and starts spreading a rumor at the reception that she’s gay. When an inebriated Alex gives a thinly veiled speech about her interracial relationship at the wedding, everyone mistakenly thinks it’s a big coming out speech. After unsuccessfully trying to set everyone straight so to speak, her right wing family has a decidedly left wing response and the lie actually brings them all closer.
As the two sisters build a relationship they’ve never been able to cultivate before, Alex can’t bring herself to fess up she’s straight. When Jeannie comes back from her honeymoon and wants to come to New York and meet Alex’s lesbian love “Dana,” Jonathan comes up with an idea to “hire” a girlfriend. That’s when things really start to get complicated!
TICKETS
$12 for Non-Members ~ $10 for Members
CocoWalk Events Amazon & Beyond Metro Zoo Event
Miami Metro Zoo
Santa is coming to town
CocoWalk Sat., Dec. 6th -3pm to 8pm
3 PM Santa & his Elves Arrive in
front of CocoWalk Shopping Center
Join in the Celebration
Welcomed by the Coral Gables Marching
Band & Gablette Dancers
Festivities include:
• Live Entertainment
• x-mas Arts & Crafts
• Activities
Face painting
& clowns
Band & Gablette Dancers
Enchanted
Christmas Room
Take Professional
Photos w/Santa
Dec., 6-31 • 4pm-8pm
Sat. & Sun. 2pm to 8pm
other week days vary
1st fl oor next to Bice Bistro &
across from Victoria Secret
Family Fun Day
Sat., Dec., 20th 3pm to 6pm
CocoWalk present our
Annual Holiday Puppet Show
Enjoy a Hilarious Puppet show and also Muffi n the
Precious Poodle will be making her Special appearance
santa-comes-to-town
Cocowalk
The Miami Vintage Clothing & Accessories Show
A Quality Show and Sale of Vintage, Designer & Collectible Clothing and Accessories
Saturday & Sunday November 15-16, 2008
Hours: 11am-6pm
Admission: $5
Charity Preview Party
Friday, November 14th, 2008 7-9pm
Food, drinks, music, fashion show & pre-show shopping
Admission: $25
The Woman’s Club of Coconut Grove
2985 South Bayshore Drive, Miami, FL
Miami vibrates with life as the winter tourist season approaches. Cutting edge fashion and retro or vintage clothing & accessories go hand in hand in Miami as the area celebrates cultural diversity and creativity in its dress. Join us and tap into the energy and the market that is Miami
as we present THE MIAMI VINTAGE CLOTHING & ACCESSORIES SHOW!
For more info visit www.miamivintageclothingshow.com
or call 305-519-4955
2ND ANNUAL PINK GALA: THE PASSIONATELY PINK AFFAIR OF THE YEAR! Head into the heart of Coconut Grove for a night of funk & fashion to benefit the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. Elite Salon Systems, South Florida’s Paul Mitchell Distributor, is hosting the Second Annual Pink Gala at Flavour Nightclub on Sunday, November 2, 2008. This upscale evening will include live music, special dance performances, incredible raffle prizes, and a DJ keeping the party going all night long. Event Information: Location: Flavour Nightclub, 2895 McFarlane Rd., Miami, FL 33133. Sunday, November 2, 2008. Tickets: $20 (Advance Purchase); VIP Ticket: $30 (Includes entrance to the VIP Party, complimentary hors d’oeuvres and cocktails). Door Entry: $25. VIP Party: 8:00 to 9:00 pm. Gala: Doors Open at 9:00 pm. For tickets call (305) 541-8006 ext. 231 or (800) 654-9180 ext. 231
For more information on the 2nd Annual Pink Gala, call Elite at (305) 541-8006 ext. 231, (800) 654-9180 ext. 231 or visit www.elitepinkmiami.com
Fireside Friday’s at the Grove Isle Hotel & Spa
Fireside
Coconut Grove’s Official
Halloween Destination
is
Christabelle’s Quarter
5pm – 7pm: 2-4-1 Happy Hour
7pm – 9pm: $1 shots
9pm – 5am: Anything goes!
$3000 Costume contest
official guestlist
ONS
It was so much fun that we are doing it again!!!
Calling all Fairies, Princesses, and Party-goers!
You are invited to enjoy the soon to be famous, Atena, the spiritual guide who will be giving complimentary Fairy readings with any purchase at Brenda’s Boutique
on Saturday the 18th from 12-9 p.m.
Do you still need the finishing touches for you or your little one’s Halloween costume?
We will make you sparkle and shine with beautiful jewels in no time!
For those little fairies and princesses, we have loads of dresses, tutus, wings and tiaras from floor to ceiling! If you just need a little trick or treat,we will have treats and tricks!
Cookies, M and M’s, Lemonade and Wine and a few fun raffles.
Make sure to invite your friends and forward this email to anyone who might care :)
Beautiful Jewlery, Adorable Princess Apparel, Awesome Baby Clothes, and Whimsical Gifts
Brenda’s Boutique
3092 Fuller Street
Coconut Grove, FL 33133
brendasboutique.org
305-443-4662
MiaSci invites you to their Celebrity Premiere, October 23
Opening October 25, 2008, Music Música is a combination of two exhibits that look at music from both a cultural and a scientific perspective. American Sabor: Latinos in US Popular Music is the first major museum exhibition to tell the story of the profound influence and impact of Latinos in American popular music. The exhibit includes historical recounts and imagery plus memorabilia from artists like Celia Cruz, Ritchie Valens, Santana and more. Access All Areas analyzes music from its physics, its technology, its artists and the audience. This interactive exhibit is made up of thirty three hands-on exhibits that challenge the spectator to keep the beat, sing in tune, mix tracks, play a never ending scale, conjure music from thin air and learn to “see” music among other activities. You can even design your own rock show!
Alrighty… Here’s the link to the info for the Halloween Par-tay! I Hope all of you can make it!
BUGA con dios amigos!
Fright nite: 10.31.08
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It Came From The 80’s Halloween Par-Tay
(in an evil voice) “come spend a bone-chilli’n evening at our sci-fi museum, we double-dare you”
Dracula’s lair
Franko -intl grooves
Ruben s -80’s old school
Thriller lounge
Jimmy Toural -classic hip hop dub
Bugaloo -party rockin’ indie monster mashups
$30 entrance fee
Open bar/complimentary drinks all nite long
21+/id required
Costume contest -1am
Doors open at dusk
Free parking
During the month of October CocoWalk will be featuring a House of Horror. We are very excited about this exciting addition to CocoWalk. The operators of the Haunted House will be toning down the scariness of the House for the kids. They will be offering special days at no charge for the local schools and also different charitable organizations.
Haunted House
Join young professionals, science aficionados, art enthusiasts and other 21-45 year olds for a happy hour alternative in a non-traditional setting. Enjoy open bar, hors d’oevres and our exhibits while listening to the sounds of renown South Florida DJs. Every month our focus will change to include a short program dedicated to an art form, from dance to poetry to the visual and culinary arts, @MiaSci will keep you entertained and enlightened.
play@MiaSci
The Miami Science Museum boasts a new “jewel” among its programmatic collection. @MiaSci, a monthly young professional mixer, has quickly become the premiere gathering for the twenty and thirtysomething mover and shaker crowd in South Florida. Billed as the “Happy Hour with Substance,” the event combines a business mixer with a celebration of art and a twist of science.
September Evening Networker With Co-host Coral Gables Rainmakers BNI (Business Network International) Enjoy the relaxed Grove Studio setting and make new connections!
When: Tuesday, September 16, 2008 5:30 – 8:00 p.m.
Where: Art and Photography Studio of Elio Penso, 4160 Woodridge Road, Coconut Grove (studio entrance is on Le Jeune Road)
Directions: Go South one mile from US-1 on Le Jeune Road. Pass Hardie Road and just after Merrie Christmas Park, turn left. Studio faces Le Jeune Road. Park in the neighborhood.
Wine and hors doeuvres. $10/person will be collected at the door.
But please RSVP@nawbomiami.org by Friday, Sept. 12th.
Invite potential members and contacts.
Questions: Call (305) (305) 931-2370
Please visit www.nawbomiami.org – For a calendar of local events and membership directory.
www.nawbo.org – For national and membership information.
Cocowalk announces the opening of Artway 66 Gallery and Photo Studio
on Friday, September 5th from 7 until 11 pm
PINK ROCKS: A Fashion Show to Benefit Breast Cancer Survivors. Join us from 6:30PM – 9:30 PM at the Miami Science Museum for a cocktail, silent auction, music and a rocking fashion show.
311 Productions Inc. is proud to sponsor this event that will benefit the Breast Cancer Survivor Ladies of Save Our Sisters, SOS. This group of ladies has come together as a team, a dragon boat team. These ladies not only pride themselves on being strong survivors but also make sure to extend a lending hand to their community. Their purpose lies in more than just dragon boating. They hope to excel and impact the community by:
• Helping improve quality of life for survivors
• Serve as mentors and role models to newly diagnosed women
• Spread awareness to ladies through workshops, lectures and appearances
• Offering information on where to get tested and how to do self examinations
• Offering mammograms to low income/underprivileged ladies
• Participating at various community events to spread the word
• Letting survivors know there is a proactive life after treatment
This event will feature clothes from local Miami fashion designers. As a special treat the ladies of SOS will hit the runway to strut their stuff assisting in the launch of local Fashion Designer Marilyn Rumbaut. Pinks Rocks will have a cocktail hour, silent auction and fashion show.
For More Information: Adriana Oliva / Event Specialist 786-252-9920 events@311productions.com
Marilyn Rumbaut / Fashion Designer 786-223-6081 marilyn@311productions.com
Tickets $35 and more info
Save the date and spread the word!
An expert cigar roller, the strains of Sinatra…
exotic rum concoctions from Don Q, Pisco Sours and other glam libations…
…the clickety-click of the spinning roulette wheel, the muffled tumble of dice,
the slap of a card on the table…
…combined with the fabulous flavors of Vietnamese Cuisine,
as only Kathy Manning and Chef Tung Nguyen of the
legendary Hy Vong can provide,
all come together on September 20 in the Grove…
Join us for a special night of Cocktails & Casino, Dinner, Music & Prizes in Honor of the 52nd Annual Golden Coconut Awards
Saturday, September 20, 2008 at 7 pm.
$100 per person (includes $25 in gaming chips).
Reservations a must (by Sep. 14.), info@coconutgrove.com 305-444-7270
3390 Mary St. at Florida Avenue (the former Cielo), courtesy of Mayfair/CB Richard Ellis.
Complimentary parking directly across from club, courtesy of Coconut Grove Bank.
Bar sponsors include Don Q & Pisco Sour.
Gaming tables provided for entertainment purposes only.
Please come to An Opening Reception for our New Exhibit Friday, September 12, 6 to 9 pm.
The Heart of The Grove Gallery & Gift Shop is the home of the GroveHouse Artists, a local artists’ cooperative.
3439 Main Hwy., Coconut Grove
Our next opening will be on Friday, September 12, from 6 to 9 pm. Membership shows in the gallery run for two months and are juried by an independent judge and a rotating committee of members. In addition, an artist from our membership is featured every month.
GroveHouse Artists is now accepting new members. You can pick up a membership application in the Gallery, 3439 Main Hwy., Coconut Grove, or download an application form or to get more information about GroveHouse Artists, please visit the Grove House Artists Web Site or call the Gallery at 305.445.1743.
The Heart of The Grove Gallery & Gift Shop is a collaboration between St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church and GroveHouse Artists. Purchases help support both the artists and the church and are tax-exempt. If you would like to receive the e-pistle, a weekly email from St. Stephen’s church, please email our parish office.
We also would like to extend you an invitation for our upcoming events. On Sep. 3rd we are having a powerful networking event with an special guest: Equinox!!. Mix and mingle with outstanding professionals and enjoy great prizes!!!. Do not miss this great opportunity while having fun at one of the hottest spots in the Grove: Monty’s.
It’s time to embrace the look of sophistication…
Goldiamor Fine Jewelry kindly invites you to their Exclusive Grand Opening
Saturday August 30, 2008, 6pm-9pm
Enjoy Complimentary Wine and Appetizers
Goldiamor is located in CocoWalk First floor next to Victoria Secrets
3015 Grand Avenue, Store 173
There will be a 20% discount on all merchandise for the evening.
Also, enter a free drawing to win a pair of exquisite gold earrings!
RSVP required Call 305-444-7270 or Email Info@coconutgrove.com
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@MiaSci: Happy Hour with Substance
Join young professionals, science aficionados, art enthusiasts and other 21-45 year olds for a happy hour alternative in a non-traditional setting. Enjoy open bar, hors d’oevres and our exhibits while listening to the sounds of renown South Florida DJs. Every month our focus will change to include a short program dedicated to an art form, from dance to poetry to the visual and culinary arts, @MiaSci will keep you entertained and enlightened.
The Miami Science Museum boasts a new “jewel” among its programmatic collection. @MiaSci, a monthly young professional mixer, has quickly become the premiere gathering for the twenty and thirtysomething mover and shaker crowd in South Florida. Billed as the “Happy Hour with Substance,” the event combines a business mixer with a celebration of art and a twist of science.
@MiaSci is sponsored by www.socialmiami.com, New Times, www.miamimonthlymagazine.com, SpringBac Energy Drink and Catering by Lovables. For more information, please visit www.myspace.com/atmiasci or call 305-646-4209.
Miami New Times is proud to present its 1st Annual Iron Fork presented by Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association! Iron Fork will be held on September 10 at the Miami Science Museum from 6pm-10pm.
The Iron Fork event will showcase some of Miami’s most popular chefs as they face off in a head-to-head cooking competition that will be judged by local area celebrities. The winning chef will receive the prestigious “Golden Fork” award and wins bragging rights for the next year!
During the exciting cooking competition, guests will enjoy cocktails, live music, and food samplings from a number of the city’s best restaurants.
$20 pre-sale or $25 at the door.
Ticket price includes food and drinks for the evening. A portion of all ticket proceeds will benefit Hands on Miami and Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association Educational Foundation.
21+ event
Become a member of Cirque du Soleil. Join Cirque Club for advance tickets to Corteo in Miami.
And don’t miss the Planetarium Laser Light Show to Corteo music at Iron Fork
On Friday, August 8, at 8:00 p.m. CocoWalk will host a kickoff celebration for the Beijing Summer Olympic games featuring a live screening of the opening ceremony on a large screen television set on the courtyard’s stage.
In addition to CocoWalk’s screening of the event, Bice Bistro will add to the Olympic spirit with a dinner party debut of the restaurant’s special pre-fix Olympic dinner menu that will available throughout the duration of the Olympic games. Special guests at Bice Bistro’s dinner party include Brigitte Andrade, creator and publisher of The Adventures of Bibi & Friends, and Charlotte Barron, who are also celebrating the latest online edition of The Adventures of Bibi & Friends. The story line follows features Bibi and her fictional cousin LILI as they travel to Beijing for the Olympic games. Also joining Bibi and LILI, is the real life Louis Aguirre, of Deco Drive, who will be co-reporting with Bibi on the Olympics.
Admission is free to watch the ceremony, however those wishing to dine at Bice Bistro should make reservations for the dinner by calling (305) 443-1770.
“We are excited to be celebrating the beginning of the Beijing Summer Olympic games,” says Cynthia Bettner, marketing director for CocoWalk. “The event at Bice Bistro, which offers a great view of the large screen television, is a wonderful complement to the opening ceremonies. In addition to the launch of the special Olympic menu items, we are looking forward to seeing what happens with the Adventures of Bibi & Friends in Beijing.”
For more information on this and other CocoWalk events, please visit www.cocowalk.net or call (305) 444-0777. To join in on the Adventures of Bibi & Friends visit bibisports.blogspot.com or bibisports.com. For more information on the Adventures of Bibi & Friends contact Brigitte Andrade at (305) 532-1929 or bibicomic@aol.com.
6pm-10pm
Miami Science Museum, 3280 S. Miami Avenue, Miami, 305-646-4209
@MiaSci has quickly become the premiere gathering for the twenty and thirty something mover and shaker crowd in South Florida (just awarded SunPosts’ Best of Award for Young Professional Mixer.) Billed as the “Happy Hour with Substance,†the event combines a business mixer with a celebration of art and a twist of science. Attendees are not only entertained with the program, but they can enjoy of an open bar and an appetizer served throughout the evening along with local DJ’s spinning the best in house, trance and retro. All this is offered for just a $15.00 donation per person. The evening benefits Miami Science Museum’s educational programs. For more information and photos of our events please visit www.myspace.com/atmiasci
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