PALO! Shows This Friday! 4/3/09

Two PALO! gigs this Friday, April 3:

7 – 8 PM
Art In The Park
Ponce Park Circle
2800 Ponce de Leon Blvd, Coral Gables, FL 33134
FREE CONCERT!

11 PM
Kimbaracumbara
1644 SW 8 Street – Calle Ocho
Miami – Little Havana, FL
PALO! delivers your monthly dose of live Afro-Cuban Funk.
FREE ENTRY until 10:30!!! $10 after
YOU MAY WIN A FREE T-SHIRT!!!

See us on the Wild, Whacky Web: gopalo.com – A unique Cubano-Americano Experience!
myspace.com/gopalo
youtube.com/palotv

RAF Gallery Organic Expressions Exhibition Opening 4/9/09

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Rex Art Frame Gallery Presents: Ana B. Galano and Beatrice McClelland
Organic Expressions
Experience overlapping organic lines of nature and art; intertwining to tell visual stories of the mind and soul.
Opening Reception Thursday, April 9, 2009
6:00-9:00 p.m.
3160 Coral Way
Miami, FL 33145
Please join us for an evening of art, music, food and wine.
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Chopin for All free concerts Presents piano recital by Julia Kociuban 4/26/09

Chopin for All series of free concerts
Presents piano recital by sensational Julia Kociuban,
17 – year old Winner of the 2008 National Chopin Competition of Poland

Saturday, April 25, 2009 at 7:00 PM
Broward County Main Library, 100 S. Andrews Ave, Ft. Lauderdale

Sunday, April 26, 2009 at 3:00 PM
Granada Presbyterian Church, 950 University Drive, Coral Gables

Program
Music by Mozart, Brahms, Prokofiev & Chopin
Complimentary Admission
Ms. Kociuban will also perform in Philadelphia, Cleveland and Akron, OH, in Barboursville, VA, New York, and Key West.

For more information: Please call Chopin Foundation at 305-868-0624 or visit www.chopin.org

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The 17-year old winner of the 2008 Polish National Chopin Piano Competition, Julia Kociuban, was born in Krakow, Poland. Ms. Kociuban is a student of the Mieczys³aw Kar³owicz State Music School in Krakow where she has studied with Olga Lazarska (1998 – 2006) and Prof. Piotr Paleczny since 2006.
Julia has won several important national and international piano competitions, among them are the International Piano Competition “Konzerteum” in Greece, 2000; K³odzko Piano Competition in Klodzko, Poland, 2001; International Competition “Gradus ad Parnassum” in Kaunas, Lithuania, 2001; Jan Sebastian Bach International Piano Competition in Gorzów Wielkopolski, Poland, 2002; Chopin Piano Competition for Children in Jelenia Góra, Poland, 2002 & 2005; International Chopin Piano Competition in Narva, Estonia, 2004; Milosz Magin International Piano Competition in Paris, France, 2005; and International Piano Competition “A Step Towards Mastery” in St. Petersburg, Russia, 2007.
She is a recipient of several scholarships including one from the Mr. and Mrs. Kwaoniewski Foundation (Former President of Poland), the City of Krakow Scholarship, Creative Scholarship of the City of Krakow, Ma³opolska Foundation “Sapere Auso” and from Poland’s Ministry of Culture. She has also been a beneficiary of the Polish Children’s Fund in Warsaw since year 2000.
In July 2003 she took part in the international program Morningside Music Bridge in Calgary, Canada. Since 2004, she has participated in Master Classes presented during the Int’l Chopin Festival in Duszniki, Poland, and lead by pianists and piano teachers of international acclaim. In 2007 she was a chosen participant of Holland Music Sessions in Bergen.
Julia was invited to play in many festivals, such as the International Festival for Young Talents in Kaunas, Lithuania, David Oistrach Festival in Parnu, Estonia, “Chopin Days” in Warsaw, Young Artists Festival in Krakow, Konzertzyklus in Vienna, Third International Piano Festival in Warsaw and in “Altenburger Musikfestival” in Germany.
She has performed in Poland, France, Germany, Russia, Estonia, Canada, Austria and Lithuania. As a soloist she has played with Beethoven’s Academy Orchestra, the Slask Philharmonic Orchestra, the Krakow Philharmonic Orchestra, Sinfonietta Cracovia, the Dolnoslaska Philharmonic Orchestra, the
Parnu City Orchestra, the Tallinn Chamber Orchestra, and the Warsaw Academy Orchestra.
Julia also enjoys playing chamber music. She has performed several concerts with her brothers as a “Family Trio” in Krakow Philharmonic Hall, Royal Castle in Warsaw and in Altenburg, Germany.

To speak or not to speak on Carlos García de la Nuez 3/25/09

To speak or not to speak on Carlos García de la Nuez
Presentation: March 25, 20:00 hours
Location: Books and Books 265 Aragón Ave.
Coral Gables, FL. 33134
The art book CARLOS GARCIA will be presented on March 25, at 8:00 pm, at Books and Books, 265 Aragón Ave. Coral Gables, FL. 33134, tel. 305 442 44 08, fax. 305 44 97 51. orders@boooksandbooks.com This launching will be held within the framework of Arteamericas 09, one of the most important art fairs taking place in the United States, where Carlos García will show his art works. The book’s edition which took one year to complete, is the product of the author’s comprehensive work, with more than 160 photographs of his paintings and critical essays by renowned writers, in 295 pages. The editor of this publication is Galería Talento Arte Visual, located in Mexico City.

It would seem that the spirit of the man who dreams is completely satisfied. That refractibilitat, that pulling and encrypted energy composing the crash between objects, signs and moods in an encounter of fortuity, embraces the aesthetic experience of Carlos García, whose work, besides poetic is an act of giving in, always aimed towards the edge of painting.

From its depth, this book speaks of the heritage of abstractionism placed within figurative traces, re-symbolized landscapes and territories conquered by pigment stains, calligraphies, punctuation and writings, like chromatic metaphors of a new nature.

Carlos García lifts off with his work within the so called 80´s Generation, marked by the rupture with the traditional school of Cuban painting. His group, Cuatro por Cuatro, is considered one of the most important in the context of visual arts in Havana during that decade. He has participated with his work in the 19th edition of the São Paulo Biennial in Brazil. He has worked with the Donberger Gallery in Germany; Galerie Nesle and Galerie Artuel in France; Galería Talento Visual, from Mexico. He has exhibited his paintings in Russia, France, Italy, Germany, Yugoslavia, Costa Rica, Brazil, Colombia, Panama, Argentina; all this, to highlight only a few of the most important moments in the universe of this renowned painter.

His work is part of the Permanent Collection of Museo de Bellas Artes in Havana, Cuba.

Beautiful and Beloved Music of All Time Piano Series at Steinway Piano Gallery, Coral Gables 3/21/09

“Beautiful and Beloved Music of All Time” Piano Series at
Steinway Piano Gallery, Coral Gables

Russian-born pianist Damira Feldman, continues her Piano Music Series at Steinway Piano Gallery and cordially invites you for a mini concert “Afternoon Delights”

Saturday, March 21st, 2009 at 1pm

Steinway Piano Gallery
4104 Ponce de Leon Blvd. Coral Gables, Florida 33146
For information please call 305-774-9878
Free Admission.

Educate Tomorrow’s 6th Annual Wine Tasting & Silent Auction 5/8/09


Show Your Support – Make Your Donation Today!
Educate Tomorrow’s 6th Annual Wine Tasting & Silent Auction
DATE: April 23, 2009
TIME: 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
LOCATION: Coco Plum Woman’s Club, 1375 Sunset Drive
Coral Gables, Florida 33143
TICKETS: $75 in Advance; $100 at the Door

CORPORATE SPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE: $250 – $10,000

Dean $2,500.00
Ten tickets to the event & recognition in our
event publications as “Dean” level sponsor

Mentor $1,000.00
Five tickets to the event & recognition in our
event publications as “Mentor” level sponsor

ADDITIONAL SPONSORSHIP LEVELS ARE AVAILABLE

TICKETS & SPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE
online www.educatetomorrow.org

EDUCATE TOMORROW FOUNDERS
Melanie Damian, Christopher Damian, Mary Dhanji, Virginia Emmons,
Melissa McCarthy & Erica French honorary

BOARD MEMBERS
Scott Dimond, Ian Torres, Antonio Shelton, Patrick Gannon, Jason Mazer, Ronnie Hankerson, Shawn Joost,
Kara Stearns Sharp, Sandra Upegui, Peter Valori, Bob Levenson

BOARD ADVISER Robert Hudson

EVENT CO-CHAIRPERSONS
Alina de la Vega, Sandra Upegui & Ivette Day

STEERING COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Mirelle Enlow, Erica French
Co-Host, Miami Beach Chamber of Commerce Women’s Business Council

Naida Torres
Co-Host, Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce 20/30 Group

Stacy Koch, Julie Cane
Co-Host, Florida Association of Women Lawyers

Melanie Damian, Hannah Bradley, Barbara Reisberg & Janice Gonzalez
Co-Host, Women’s Chamber of Commerce

Suzannah Richards, Amanda Koziar, Barbara Alonso, Kubs Lalchandani,
Maria Gralia, Michael Dougherty, Vivian Hernandez, Danielle Forsythe,
Tya Eachus, Arturo Fernandez

Educate Tomorrow Mailing List

Coral Gables Wine & Food Festival 3/26/09

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Get your tickets now before they are sold out for the Miccosukee Tribe of Indians of Florida Coral Gables Wine and Food Festival presented by Republic National Distributing Company scheduled for Thursday, March 26, 2009! You will sample world class cuisine complimented with the best wine and spirits Coral Gables has to offer.

The exclusive VIP Reception Lounge will be held from 5:30p.m. – 7:00pm. catered by the Miccosukee Resort & Gaming; The street festival will follow from 7:00p.m. – 9:30p.m. Enjoy signature culinary samples from more than 30 of the finest restaurants in South Florida accompanied by fabulous “Wines from Around the World” courtesy of Republic National Distributing Company.

New to the festival will be a live after hours concert from 9:30p.m. -10:30p.m. featuring People You Know. Crown Wine & Spirits is the exclusive festival retailer, giving you the chance to purchase wines sampled on the street in addition to some of today’s hottest wine accessories. Only festival participants will be extended this fabulous opportunity to receive major discounted prices!

Don’t miss unlimited sampling from these fabulous South Florida restaurants:
Anacapri Restaurant
Archie’s Gourmet Pizza
Bangkok Bangkok
Cacao Restaurant
Caffe Da Vinci
Christy’s 3101
Chuao Chocolatier
Courtyard Marriott Coral Gables
Da Vittorio
Donut Divas and Fun Foods
Denny’s Catering
JohnMartin’s Restaurant – Irish Pub
Fleming’s Pri me Steakhouse & Wine Bar
Forchetta Restaurant
Giardino Gourmet Salads
GustofinoDeli.com
Ideas Restaurant
Indian Palate
La Dorada
Morton’s The Steakhouse
Novecento, restaurant – café – bar
Ortanique on the Mile
Pasion Del Cielo the Grand Coffee of the Americas
Peterbrooke Chocolatier
Por Fin
Quiznos
Randazzo’s Little Italy
Red Koi Thai & Sushi Lounge
The Bar
The Grill Club – Rodizio and Boteco
Whole Foods Market – Coral Gables

The “Festival Chairman” is Marc Buoniconti, Development Advisor for the International Bronchitis Center and President for the Miami Project to Cure Paralysis. Proceeds benefit the American Lung Association’s lung research, education, and patient assistance programs and the International Bronchitis Center at The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine.

Tickets can be purchased online at www.coralgableswineandfood.com or please call (954) 524-4657.

The Best of Brazilian Bossa Nova at Fairchild 3/22/09


When: Sunday, March 22, 2009 at 7:00 PM
Where: Outside on the Garden House Lawn
Ticket Information: Click here for ticket information
Description:
The Best of Brazilian Bossa Nova
Sunday, March 22, 2009

Known as the father of Bossanova, Latin Grammy nominee Roberto Menescal will come together with vocalist Cris Delanno to bring you to your feet and feel the vibrant rhythms of Brazil famous sounds. Bring your blankets and picnic baskets and enjoy music under the stars.

GATES OPEN AT 5:30 p.m. CONCERT BEGINS AT 7:00 p.m.
Information at 305.667.1651 ext. 3391
TICKET PRICES (per person, per performance)
Members $55, Non-members $70, All Children 6-17 $15, Kids 5 and under are free.
VIP reserved seating at candlelit table with buffet supper $150.
TICKETS (Rain or Shine)

Fairchild Food and Garden Festival 3/28-29/09

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When: Saturday, March 28, 2009 – Sunday, March 29, 2009 from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Where: Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden
Description:

Come see what’s cooking at Fairchild during our annual celebration of fresh foods and the gorgeous gardens they grow in.
Get fresh! Gather new tips and recipes from our popular culinary demonstrations taught by local chefs using local products.
Go green at our farmers’ market! Local growers showcase the best fruits,vegetables and herbs available in South Florida.
Bring your ugliest, largest or prettiest fruit or vegetable for judging to Fairchild’s Fruit and Vegetable Contest.
Cool kids cook! On Sunday, children will enjoy hands-on activities and a special program for kids.
See the stunning sculptures in the Art at Fairchild exhibit.

Website

Chopin for All series of free concerts presents Young Pianists Concerts 3/21-22/09

Chopin for All series of free concerts presents Young Pianists Concerts:
Thirty-two selected local piano students representing various South Florida communities
All-Chopin program . Two concerts

Saturday, March 21, 2009 at 7:00 PM
Seventeen Selected Broward Piano Students
Broward County Main Library, 100 S. Andrews Ave, Ft. Lauderdale

As every year in March, the young outstanding local piano students are featured in our Chopin for All series of free concerts.
This year, the Saturday concert in Fort Lauderdale will feature the following seventeen piano students, ages up to 17 years old, selected from among Broward county young pianists:
Kayla Acampado, 15, of Pembroke Pines
American Heritage School
Eusebia Fuenzalida

Benjamin Carberry, 15, of Margate
Calvary Christian Academy
Rosalie Gregory

Gabrielle Chou, 13, of Pembroke Pines
Silver Trail Middle School
Maria Gomez

Joana Gonzalez, 13, of Southwest Ranches
Homeschooled
Eusebia Fuenzalida

Alyce Kuo, 13, of Pembroke Pines
Walter C. Young Middle School
Roxanne Stevenson

Blanche Kuo, 13, of Pembroke Pines
Walter C. Young Middle School
Roxanne Stevenson

Christina Lai, 16, of Plantation
Nova High School
Maria Gomez

Samuel Yiyu Li, 12, of Coral Springs
Coral Springs Middle
Jamile Nogueira

Eugina Noh, 12, of Parkland
West Glades Middle School
Irena Kofman

Annika Ramin-Wright, 15, of Coconut Creek
North Broward Preparatory School
Dr. Roberta Rust

Rafael Riera, 14, of Boca Raton
Don Estridge High Tech Middle School
Harold Brown

Julia Sabra, 11, of Hollywood
Pine Crest School
Edith Sorin

Alan Sebag, 17, of Plantation
American Heritage School
Harold Dioquino

Grace Shepard, 14, of Lighthouse Point
Homeschooled
Dianne Garvin

Jay Tantivit, 16, of Cooper City
Cypress Bay High School
Jorge Luis Herrero

Esther Umansky-Roth, 16, of Coral Spring
J.P. Taravella High School
Irena Kofman

Steven Yang, 11, of Pembroke Pines
Walter C. Young Middle School
Edith Sorin

Sunday, March 22, 2009 at 3:00 PM
Fifteen Selected Miami-Dade Piano Students
Granada Presbyterian Church, 950 University Drive, Coral Gables

In Sunday concert in Coral Gables we will listen to the following fifteen outstanding students/residents of the Miami-Dade County:
Celestyn Angot, 14, of North Bay Village
St. Joseph Catholic School
Martha Montane

James Bao, 13, of Palmetto Bay
Southwood Middle School
Debora Sanchez

Daniel Crespo, 15, of Coral Gables
Coral Gables Senior High
Dr. Paul Posnak

Victoria Fassrainer, 16, of Miami
New World School of the Arts
Dr. Jay B. Hess

Dara Solina Homer, 14, of Aventura
Homeschooled
Tian Ying

Ariel Huang, 14, of Coral Reef
Coral Reef Senior High
Nightingale Ngo

Albert Liu, 14, of South Miami
Miami Palmetto Senior High School
Dr. Adam Aleksander

Rachel Ostler, 16, of Pinecrest
Miami Dade College
Dr. Rosalina Sackstein

Rosangel Perez , 13, of Miami
Lamar Louise Curry Middle School
Dr. Rosalina Sackstein

Daniela Rodriguez, 12, of Kendall
Gulliver Academy
Margarita Garcia de la Cruz

Claudia Tomas, 15, of Coconut Grove
Miami Conservatory of Music
Debora Sanchez

Taylor Marie Tyson, 14, of Jupiter
Laurel Springs Academy for the Gifted & Talented, CA
Dr. Paul Posnak

Sima Vazquez, 11, of Coral Gables
Carrollton School of the Sacred Heart
Marina Berberian

Joanna Zhang, 14, of South Miami
Southwood Middle School
Nightingale Ngo

Kevin Zhen, 10, of South Miami
F.C. Martin K-8 Center
Dr. Adam Aleksander

The Chopin Foundation

St. Patrick’s Festival at UVA Coral Gables 3/14/09

UVA invites you to the 31st annual
St. Patrick’s Festival
Saturday 3/14
from noon to sunset
Ponce Circle Park: 2800 Ponce De Leon Blvd
• Irish entertainment, food, and vendors
•full service bar featuring irish & international beer and liquor
afterparty will follow @ uva!!!

UVA: 2626 ponce de leon blvd | coral gables | (305)476-8111

Trunk show to benefit Dress for Success Miami 3/12-13/09

Mayda Cisneros Couture Presents:
Accessories Trunk Show
& Silent Auction to benefit
Dress for Success Miami

Please bring your gently used accessories to donate!

March 12 – 13. From 10am to 6pm.
4102 Ponce de Leon Blvd. Coral Gables, Fl 33146
Phone: 305-448-5848
Email: mayda@maydacisneros.com
Website: www.maydacisneros.com

Vendors: Mayda Cisneros Couture, Adriana Castro, Fragments, Maria Paola Lopez
Mayi Ortega, Phili B., Beirn
10% of proceeds will be donated to Dress for Success Miami

The Mission of Dress for Success Miami is to promote the economic independence of disadvantaged women by providing professional attire, a network of support and the career development tools to help women thrive in work and in life.

Reception for Autocycles by Matt Carone 3/6/09

Autocycles by Matt Carone
ArtSpace Virginia Miller Galleries
cordially invites you to our opening reception
Reception:
Friday, March 6th
7 – 10 pm
Location:
ArtSpace Virginia Miller Galleries
169 Madeira Avenue
Coral Gables, FL 33134

“Autocycles,” The latest twists in the lifelong evolution of paintings by Matt Carone will open at ArtSpace/Virginia Miller Galleries at 7 p.m. Friday, Mar. 6th.

Largely inspired by his 45-year friendship with the famed Chilean painter Roberto Matta, Carone’s paintings recently took a turn toward a more patterned abstraction.

According to the artist, the new subtly toned works “seem to be an opening of a new door of automatism.
“The approach is similar to the past works but the image is arrived at more spontaneously and graphically,” Carone says. “Subconscious symbols and rhythmic gestures relating to each other or canceling each other out seem to be the building blocks to the final statement

“The seed,” he acknowledges, “was planted by Matta.”

Like the abstract expressionists, Carone seeks “a spontaneous image as a consequence of a gesture…dictated more by the subconscious than by a rational, disciplined procedure.”

Carone became interested in art as an adolescent during the summer of 1944, when he was asked to model for Hans Hoffman. His older brother, the well-known painter Nicolas Carone, was studying with Hoffman.

Through his brother and years of involvement in art, Carone has had a close association with many of the era’s most famous artists and critics, including Conrad Marca-Relli, James Brooks, Paul Jenkins, Sandro Chia, Larry Rivers, Balcolm Greene, James Rosenquist, Duane Hanson, Thomas Hoving, Clement Greenberg and many others.

His extensive professional biography lists one-person exhibitions in such museums as the Fort Lauderdale Museum of Art, the Boca Raton Museum, Don and Dottie Jacobs Gallery at Georgetown College, Kentucky, and the Palazzo Panni Museum in Arco di Trento, Italy, along with numerous leading private galleries.

Paintings by Carone are included in the permanent collections of Bard College at Simon’s Rock, in Great Barrington, Massachusetts; Bass Museum, Miami Beach, Florida; Boca Raton Museum of Art, Boca Raton, Florida; Fort Lauderdale City Hall, Fort Lauderdale, Florida; Hoover Collection, Albion College, Albion, Michigan; Illinois State Museum, Springfield, Illinois; Iona College, New Rochelle, New York; Lowe Art Museum, Coral Gables, Florida; Federica Matta; Ramuntcho Matta; Roberto Matta; Museum of Art, Fort Lauderdale, Florida; North American Rockwell Corporation;

Firebird, Acrylic on Paper, 13 x 9 3/4 inches, 2008

Palazzo Panni Museum, Arco di Trento, Italy; Peabody Museum, Nashville, Tennessee; Rahr-West Art Museum, Manitowoc, Wisconsin; Simon’s Rock College of Bard, Great Barrington, Massachusetts; Syracuse University, Syracuse, New York; and the Virginia Center for The Creative Arts, Mt. San Angelo, Virginia.

Located in the heart of the Coral Gables business district at 169 Madeira Avenue, ArtSpace/Virginia Miller Galleries is Greater Miami’s longest-established contemporary fine art gallery. It is open to the public from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday. A virtual tour of the exhibition may be seen at www.virginiamillercom.

Mama Juana Cafe Coral Gables Dominican Independance Day Event 2/27/09

Come join Vitamin C Communications, Level Magazine, and Urban Icons Marketing as we invite you to taste and feel the new Mama Juana Cafe
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What better day to enjoy an upscale Dominican cuisine restaurant and lounge then on the Dominican Independence day, el 27 de Febrero!
Art + Music + Culture
Join us for complimentary drinks (Sponsored by Barcelo Rum) from 7 – 9 pm
Enjoy Live Dances, Entertainment, and a DJ from 7 – 12
Please RSVP at your earliest convenience “Javi Zayas” <RSVP@zspotmarketing.com>

Great Gables Wine Walk 2/24/09


It’s Fat Tuesday – Mardi Gras
www.WineWalk.net
Tuesday, February 24
from 6 to 9pm
You’re invited to join us for a special event, unique to our community.
A taste of wine, some good food and a leisurely stroll around town with friends. In Coral Gables, we call this the Wine Walk.
On the Great Gables Wine Walk, you and your friends will visit up to six different venues to sample wine and food. Enjoy a delightful evening sojourn at your favorite places — while discovering a few new venues as well.
Purchase Tickets Online
or by phone: 305-443-7973
or with cash at Fritz & Franz Tuesday evening from 6 to 7pm
$10 per restaurant: enjoy wine and food at your choice of six participating restaurants.
Present your Wine Walk tickets for your wine and food samples.

Official Grand Opening of Mamajuana Cafe in Coral Gables 2/19/09

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MAMAJUANA CAFÉ CELEBRATES A GRAND OPENING IN TRUE “MIAMI STYLE”
Coral Gables, Florida which is no stranger to
fine dining establishments is about to get a culinary boost from an
indigenous Dominican miracle potion named “Mamajuana”. The owners of the
famous Mamajuana Café in New York are ready to open their doors locally and
treat Miami residents to the feel, sights, tastes, and sounds that have had
the Big Apple buzzing for years.

A formal ribbon cutting ceremony will take place at 6:30 pm with Coral
Gables city officials, celebrities and the owners of Mamajuana (Victor
Osorio, Carlos Saint-hilaire). Following that “welcome” into the South
Florida community, the kick off celebration will commence. Passed hors de
oeuvres, Mojitos courtesy of Bacardi, Champagne courtesy of Korbel and fresh
rolled cigars courtesy of South Beach Cigar Shop will keep guests of this
high end soiree smiling as they are the first to step foot into Mamajuana in
Miami.

Mamajuana represents a place where all five of the senses will delight.
Nestled across the street from “The Village of Merrick Park” Mamajuana Café
will embark guests on a journey to a far off “paradise”. A full-on
entertainment and dining experience, Mamajuana Cafe was created for the
patron possessing an appreciation for culture, art, and cuisine. The venue
is an attraction in itself as it stays true to pre and post Columbian
Dominican culture.

The owners of Mamajuana Café considered every detail as they carefully
blended pre-Columbian artifacts and feel with old world Spanish
architecture. The name “Mamajuana” itself is derived from a drink created by
the Taino Indians who are indigenous to the Dominican Republic. The
Mamajuana drink is a concoction made of herbs, roots, rum, and wine which
has been used as a cure all that treats everything from impotency to the
flu.

Much like the Mamajuana drink the Café will act as a cure all for patrons as
the venue transports them from the mundane to an exotic Dominican paradise.
One can indulge in amazing cocktails, an award-winning wine list (under the
direction of Sommelier Yamil Martinez) and live entertainment. But the real
star of the show is the cuisine. Acclaimed Chef Ricardo Cardona, a pioneer
of Nuevo Latin Cuisine who created the Mamajuana menu in New York will
oversee the kitchen creating the menu in Miami as well. Cardona, who has
been featured in numerous publications including The New York Times, The
L.A. Times, and The Chicago Tribune, has worked in a variety of French and
American restaurants before accepting his current task at this venue
situated in one of the most prominent areas of South Florida.

On Thursday February 19th 2009 the grand opening will be like an awards
ceremony complete with a red carpet filled with local, regional and
national/international celebrities and dignitaries including: Aide to Miami
Dade County Mayor Carlos Alvarez, Roddy Gomez, Coral Gables Chamber of
Commerce and the Dominican American National Chamber of Commerce, Florida.

Onlookers will get to feast their eyes on all that equals a “wow” factor
such as the most fabulous exotic vehicles out in the market parked out front
courtesy of Elite Luxury Services, body painted models and performers
courtesy of Zhantra Entertainment and Drawing on People, music, surprise
performances and much, much, more. Once inside the venue, guests will

have the opportunity to sit amidst the beautiful ambiance the ownership had
created, including original artwork by artist Alex Yanes.

Guests, VIPS including: Tito Puente Jr., Fernando Del Rincon, Tony Andrade,
Nuestra Belleza Latina Alejandra Espinoza, Shalim, Jorge Moreno, Carlos
Navarro, Charytin Goyco, Karol Rosa, Liset Alea, and media will be present
as this opening takes everyone on a journey, a fabulous one embracing a
concept straight from NYC to the city of beaches and amazing nightlife-
Miami.

The Mamajuana grand Opening will take place with a ribbon cutting at 6:30pm,
cocktail reception with music from 7-10pm.

Promotional partners include: Presidente Beer, Perry Ellis
International/Cubavera,

Got It Concierge, Gables Magazine, One Source Branding, and the UM
Transplant Foundation.

For additional information on Mamajuana Café in Coral Gables, or grand
opening festivities, please contact: Creativas Group (305) 968-2384 and via
email at: info@creativasgroup.com for media coverage, and interviews. For
interviews with Victor Osorio, Carlos Saint-hilaire or Chef Ricardo Cardona
please contact: Creativas Group.

Mamajuana Cafe Opens With Red Carpet Affair 2/19/09

Coral Gables, Florida which is no stranger to fine dining establishments is about to get a culinary boost from an indigenous Dominican miracle potion named “Mamajuana”. The owners of the famous Mamajuana Café in New York are ready to open their doors locally and treat Miami residents to the feel, sights, tastes, and sounds that have had the Big Apple buzzing for years.

A formal ribbon cutting ceremony will take place at 6:30 pm with Coral Gables city officials, celebrities and the owners of Mamajuana (Victor Osorio, Carlos Saint-hilaire). Following that “welcome” into the South Florida community, the kick off celebration will commence. Passed hors de oeuvres, Mojitos courtesy of Bacardi, Champagne courtesy of Korbel and fresh rolled cigars courtesy of South Beach Cigar Shop will keep guests of this high end soiree smiling as they are the first to step foot into Mamajuana in Miami.

Mamajuana represents a place where all five of the senses will delight. Nestled across the street from “The Village of Merrick Park” Mamajuana Café will embark guests on a journey to a far off “paradise”. A full-on entertainment and dining experience, Mamajuana Cafe was created for the patron possessing an appreciation for culture, art, and cuisine. The venue is an attraction in itself as it stays true to pre and post Columbian Dominican culture.

The owners of Mamajuana Café considered every detail as they carefully blended pre-Columbian artifacts and feel with old world Spanish architecture. The name “Mamajuana” itself is derived from a drink created by the Taino Indians who are indigenous to the Dominican Republic. The Mamajuana drink is a concoction made of herbs, roots, rum, and wine which has been used as a cure all that treats everything from impotency to the flu.

Much like the Mamajuana drink the Café will act as a cure all for patrons as the venue transports them from the mundane to an exotic Dominican paradise. One can indulge in amazing cocktails, an award-winning wine list (under the direction of Sommelier Yamil Martinez) and live entertainment. But the real star of the show is the cuisine. Acclaimed Chef Ricardo Cardona, a pioneer of Nuevo Latin Cuisine who created the Mamajuana menu in New York will oversee the kitchen creating the menu in Miami as well. Cardona, who has been featured in numerous publications including The New York Times, The L.A. Times, and The Chicago Tribune, has worked in a variety of French and American restaurants before accepting his current task at this venue situated in one of the most prominent areas of South Florida.

On Thursday February 19th 2009 the grand opening will be like an awards ceremony complete with a red carpet filled with local, regional and national/international celebrities. Onlookers will get to feast their eyes on all that equals a “wow” factor such as the most fabulous exotic vehicles out in the market parked out front courtesy of Elite Luxury Rentals, body painted models and performers courtesy of Zhantra Entertainment and Drawing on People, music, surprise performances and much, much, more. Once inside the venue, guests will have the opportunity to sit amidst the beautiful ambiance the ownership had created, including original artwork by artist Alex Yanes.

Guests, VIPS including: Tito Puente Jr., Fernando Del Rincon, Tony Andrade, Nuestra Belleza Latina Alejandra Espinoza, Shalim, Latin Grammy Winner Jorge Moreno, Charytin Goyco, Karol Rosa, List Alea, and media will be present as this opening takes everyone on a journey, a fabulous one embracing a concept straight from NYC to the city of beaches and amazing nightlife- Miami.

The Mamajuana grand Opening will take place with a ribbon cutting at 6:30pm, cocktail reception with music from 7-10pm. Promotional partners include: Presidente Beer, Got It Concierge, Gables Magazine, One Source Branding, and the UM Transplant Foundation.

For additional information on Mamajuana Café in Coral Gables, or grand opening festivities, please contact: Creativas Group (305) 968-2384 and via email at: info@creativasgroup.com for media coverage, and interviews. For interviews with Victor Osorio, Carlos Saint-hilaire or Chef Ricardo Cardona please contact: Creativas Group.

RSVP TO: GPINERES@CREATIVASGROUP.COM

Fairchild Palms Crawfish Boil 3/6/09

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The Fairchild Palms present the

7th Annual Crawfish Boil

Friday, March 6, 2009

7:30 – 11:00 pm

Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden

Coral Gables, Florida

Live Music by local favorites Live Bait, Cajun flavors and tons of crawfish, Mardi Gras revelry and more!

The Fairchild Palms are dynamic young professionals committed to support the Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden. All proceeds go to the Fairchild Challenge environmental education outreach program distributed to schools nationwide.

http://www.fairchildgarden.org

Gallery Night featuring Romantic, Sexy & Unforgettable Art at miArte Gallery 2/6/09

Art speaks to the Heart…
Join us for a special Gallery Night featuring a selection of romantic, sexy, passionate and unforgettable art from our current exhibitions
Friday, February 6, 2009 7:00 – 10:00 pm
miArte Gallery
85 Merrick Way
Coral Gables, FL
305.445.2783
www.miartegallery.com

Happy Valentine’s Day!
Gallery Hours: Tues – Fri: 11:00 am – 7:00 pm & Sat 10:00 am – 5:00 pm. miArte Gallery is located one block north of Miracle Mile and west of Douglas Road in Coral Gables, Florida.

Romance in a Can Red Carpet Evening Celebrating Dutch Cinema 2/13/09

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Westin Colonnade
180 Aragon Avenue in the heart of Coral Gables
Romance in a Can – A Cinematic Festival Dedicated to European Film
www.romanceinacan.com
RSVP contact@romanceinacan.com

Under the high patronage of Her Excellency Renee Jones-Bos
Isabelle Landman invites you to a Red Carpet Event
Celebrating Dutch Cinema
For the premiere of “Love Is All” directed by Joram Lursen
February 13, 7pm

Europa Hair Studio & Art Gallery Valentine’s Celebration 2/11/09

We’re are please to invite you to a St Valentine’s Celebration and Art exhibition featuring the works of renown Catalonian artists and from other regions of Spain.
Goldwell and Schwarzkopf from Germany will be offering complimentary hair treatments.
Wine and Tapas will be served.

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Date February 11, 2009
Time 6:00 PM
Address 3117 Coral Way
Address Coral Gables, Fl. 33145

Movie Night at Fairchild with E.T. 2/5/09

Thursday Night at Fairchild, Movie Night
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When:
Thursday, February 5, 2009 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Description:
February – Starry Starry Night Month
Bring your Valentine to our romantic moonlit garden at night! Gaze up at the heavens through an astronomer’s telescope (which will be on site every Thursday this month), catch a classic movie or enjoy a glass of wine under a starry sky.

February 5, 2009
Enjoy the movie ET at 7:00 p.m. on the Shehan Visitor Center Lawn; bring your blankets and picnic baskets and enjoy homemade kettle corn.
Astronomers will also be on site.

Go to www.fairchildgarden.org to buy tickets!

Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden
10901 Old Cutler Road
Coral Gables, FL 33156-4296, USA

Next In Line invites you to Corporate Recruiting in the New Economy 1/28/09

If you are not a member of Next in Line this event is $20.
Next In Line
invites you to
Corporate Recruiting in the New Economy

Next In Line invites you to an evening of
Networking, Cocktails, and Career Advancement.

Featuring Guest Speaker Mike Woodward PhD from
Human Capital Integrated, LLC.

Come and mingle with some of Miami’s finest headhunters.

Corporate Recruiting in the New Economy
Next In Line
DATE: January 28, 2009
TIME: 7:00 – 9:30 pm
LOCATION: Red Koi Thai and Sushi Lounge
To RSVP

Wind Down Wednesday Networking Event At Montica Jewelry 2/4/09

You Are Cordially Invited to a Wind Down Wednesday Networking Event At Montica Jewelry on Feb. 4, 2009 at 5:30 p.m.

Register Here

The Chamber’s 20/30 Group will be hosting a Wind Down Wednesday on Wednesday, February 4th at Montica Jewelry at 5:30pm. Come network with South Florida’s top young professionals and enjoy cocktails and hors d’ oeuvres.
Montica Jewelry
75 Miracle Mile
Coral Gables, FL 33134
Wednesday, February 04, 2009
5:30 to 7:30 pm

Romance in a Can – A Cinematic Festival Dedicated to European Film Reception 1/29/09

NEW LOCATION
Romance In A Can At Cosford Cinema
The Cultural Affairs Committee of the Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce cordially invites you to a cinematic preview of European Romantic films at the “Romance In A Can” event beginning at 5:30pm in the University of Miami’s Cosford Cinema. Bring that special someone to enjoy some delicious Italian and French wines, luscious and decadent chocolates, festive strawberry champagne and much more as you preview award-nominated entries in the upcoming European Romantic Film Festival. The cost is $25, or $20 for chamber members. Call 305-446-1657 to rsvp. http://www.coralgableschamber.org

Cosford Cinema is located on the second floor of the Memorial Classroom building on UM campus. Call 305-284-4861. http://www.cosfordcinema.com


www.romanceinacan.com

Rex Art Framing Event Closing Party for Christine Lyall 1/22/09

*Closing Party!*
Thursday, January 22, 2009 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.

If you couldn’t make it to the opening party for Christine Lyall and
Eric Rodriguez’ art exhibit, now’s your chance to see it before it comes
down. Please join them and Rex Art Framing in celebrating a successful show!

Complimentary wine and food will be served.

Rex Art Framing | 3160 Coral Way | Miami | FL | 33145

Snips n Sips at RazzleDazzle Barbershop and The Alley Shop Hair Salon 1/15/09

“Snips n Sips” at RazzleDazzle Barbershop and The Alley Shop Hair Salon

On Thursday, January 15th at 6:30pm, come and celebrate the grand opening of Razzle Dazzle Barber shop and the 7 year anniversary of The Alley Shop Hair Salon. RazzleDazzle Barbershop brings a vision of 1940’s New York style barbershop to modern day life, and The Alley Shop Hair Salon has made a name for itself as one of the best salons in Downtown Coral Gables. Prizes will be drawn throughout the evening. Come and enjoy great music, food, drinks and entertainment. Donations of articles of clothing are encouraged, and will benefit Camillus House. For more information, please call (305) 779-8908 or email klafleur@terranovacorp.com.
Razzle Dazzle, 224 Miracle Mile and The Alley Shop Hair Salon, 214 Miracle Mile

Chopin For All Free Concerts Spencer Myer 1/25/09

Chopin Foundation of the United States, Inc presents
SPENCER MYER, PIANIST
January 25, 2009
Sunday, January 25th at 3:00pm
Granada Presbyterian Church . 950 University Drive, Coral Gables
Free Admission
Program
George Frideric Händel
(1685-1759)
Suite No. 2 in F major, HWV 427
Adagio
Allegro
Adagio
Allegro
Franz Schubert
(1797-1828)
Four Impromptus, Op. 90
No. 1 in C Minor
No. 2 in E-flat Major
No. 3 in G-flat Major
No. 4 in A-flat Major

Intermission

Carl Vine
(1954)
Piano Sonata No. 1 (1990)
Frederic Chopin
(1810-1849)
Barcarolle in F sharp Major, Op. 60
Ballade No. 3 in A-flat Major, Op. 47
Ballade No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 23

Great Gables Wine Walk 1/27/09

Tuesday, January 27
from 6 to 9pm
The Great Gables Wine Walk
A taste of wine, some good food and a leisurely stroll around town with friends. In Coral Gables, we call this the Wine Walk.
While the evening weather is delightful, a progressive wine tasting event in Coral Gables is a wonderful way to enjoy the depth and breath of fine restaurants, wine bars and gourmet shops in the City Beautiful.
These events are quite popular among active wine and food enthusiasts across South Florida and some say they’re the hottest ticket in town.
Meet up with friends to enjoy this unique bacchanalian adventure in downtown Coral Gables as we sample fine wines and delicious bites at multiple restaurants.
On the Great Gables Wine Walk, you and your friends will visit four different venues, all within a short walking distance. Enjoy a delightful evening sojourn at your favorite places — while discovering a few new venues as well.
Purchase Tickets Online
or by phone: 305-443-7973
$40 per person: enjoy wine and food at four restaurants
www.WineWalk.net

meet up with friends, then choose any four of these great locations in Coral Gables for your Great Gables Wine Walk
Da Vittorio – 264 Giralda
serving some fine Italian wines, San Giovese and Trebbiano with delicious hours d’oeurvres and canapes.
Tarpon Bend – 65 Miracle Mile
Huber Hugo (Austria) Gruner Veltliner, “The Little Green One” A nose of cotton candy and lemon notes to a taste that is bright and acidic with lemon and lime ranging to peach, pineapple and cucumber finishing with a clean grapefruit touch. Also, Graff (Germany) Riesling, Its fragrant bouquet is reminiscent of apples and peaches, yet it also has a distinctive mineral tone and a lively acidity that stimulates the taste buds.
Novecento – 121 Alhambra
Argentinean wine selection by sommelier Paula Costa is wine from Mendoza, Wines from Salta and Wines from La Patagonia, featuring Malbec and Torrontes grapes (white and red).
Fritz and Franz – 60 Merrick Way
a taste of Weissburgunder (Pinot Blanc) Kabinett form Austria and of course a bite of Wiener Schnitzel (breaded pork scaloppini).
Books & Books – 265 Aragon
a Petit Chenin from South Africa, plus a Garnacha Marco Real from Spain, with Curried Chicken Salad.
Gusto Fino – 2103 S. LeJeune
Asti Spumante sparkling white wine and Montepulciano red wine with bite size portions of assorted mini-paninis and mini-pizzas.
Peterbrooke Chocolatier – 227 Aragon
Francis Ford Coppola Director’s Cut Chardonnay 2006 Russian River Valley, plus Yellow Tail Shiraz, accompanied by fine dessert chocolate samples.
Titanic – 5813 Ponce
Avalon Cabernet Sauvingnon 2006 – Composition: 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Merlot, 7% Syrah, 3% Tempranillo, 1% Zinfandel. Our 2006 blend includes Paso Robles Merlot for a lush fruit middle; Syrah for its blueberry note; Tempranillo with its exotic spice; and Zinfandel for a jammy note. The nose shows cherry pie, rhubarb, boysenberry jam, and a hint of rosemary. French oak adds a touch of vanilla and nutmeg. The wine drinks of juicy blue and black fruit flavors with subtle oak to round and balance the wine. Delle Venezie Pinot Grigio 2007 – Composition: 100% Pinot Grigio. Straw-yellow color with green reflexes, brilliant,shiny. The bouquet has scents of sage, lemon verbena, green apple with hints of tropical fruit (banana, and pineapple). The palate is savoury, fresh, medium-bodied with a pleasant acidity. Both wines will be served with an individual sausage and cheese platter.
Two Sisters At The Hyatt – 50 Alhambra
Michael Mondavi (Cabernet and Chardonnay), accompanied by a mini sample of Crab Cake.

Fairchild Garden 3rd Annual International Chocolate Festival 1/24-25/09

Saturday, January 24, 2009 – Sunday, January 25, 2009 from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM

Join us for Fairchild’s 3rd Annual International Chocolate Festival! Learn how to make chocolate, listen to lectures on the rich history of chocolate, visit the Chocolate Spa, explore the rainforest to learn how chocolate grows and sample savory chocolate delights (while supplies last).

About the Chocolate Festival

Guests to Fairchild’s Third Annual International Chocolate Festival will be in cacao heaven. For two days, visitors are immersed in the wonderful and diverse world of chocolate, from chocolate treats to tree sales, cooking demonstrations to chocolate sculpture competitions, kid’s activities, a chocolate spa and more.

Lectures: Learn about the cacao tree and all of its wonders! Here’s a sneak peak, the scientific name of the cacao tree, Theobroma cacao, means “food of the gods.”

The Chocolate and Rainforest Experience: Volunteers will be giving lectures and tours of Fairchild’s Rainforest. Come learn all about cacao and its habitat.

Cooking Demonstrations: There are cooking demonstrations all weekend long in the Cooking Demonstration Pavilion. Come down and learn how to whip up some heavenly treats.

Plant Sales: Now you can have your very own Oncidium “Sharry Baby” Chocolate orchid and cacao trees!

Tastings: Sample some of the greatest chocolate made, from dark to white, fine to thick, decide which is your favorite. Chocolate vendors will have samples available for tasting, however, quantities are limited.

Admission to Fairchild’s 3rd Annual Chocolate Festival is free for Fairchild members and children 5 and under, $20 for adults, $15 for senior citizens 65 and older and $10 for children 6-17.

For more information please contact Ann Schmidt at 305-667-1651, ext.3344 or aschmidt@fairchildgarden.org.

www.fairchildgarden.orq

Coral Gables Gallery Night Friday 1/2/09

Information provided by Art Circuits

Artspace/Virginia Miller Galleries Contemporary International Art
169 Madeira Avenue
Coral Gables, FL 33134
305 444 4493
Gallery Night Reception Friday Jan 2nd, 7 – 10
Contemporary Chinese Art Born of Ancient Traditions
Cao Xiaodong and Li Xiaofeng
The country’s first major exhibition of paintings by Cao Xiaodong and porcelain sculpture by Li Xiaofeng.
Although his computerized screen-pattern technique and compositions clearly place Xiaodong in the sphere of contemporary art, his use of traditional tones and the sense of nostalgia from the newspaper and magazine photos he reproduces cause critics to link his unique style with ancient watercolor and ink landscapes. He is well known in China for his 500-portrait mural of Chinese who were famous from 1911 to 1949.
Li Xiaofeng, a 43-year-old Beijing artist, has found a way to link his contemporary work with traditional Chinese art stretching back to the 10th Century. In his art, the links are literal: he sews shards of porcelain from the Song, Ming, Yuan, and Qing dynasties on a leather undergarment to created full-length dresses and men’s jackets, complete with neckties.

Durban Segnini Gallery
3072 SW 38 Ave
Miami, Fl 33146
305 774 7740
Gallery Night Reception Friday Jan 2nd, 7 – 10
César Paternosto
Painting and Sculpture 1970 – 2008

Born in Argentina in 1931, César Paternosto has exhibited widely in Latin America and abroad. Since he began working as an artist in the early 1960s, Paternosto has been in the vanguard of abstraction in Latin America. An expert on the symbolic systems of Pre-Columbian civilizations, Paternosto has used his own photography and drawings to document and analyze the ancient remains of the region. Paternosto’s exploration of Amerindian abstraction has fueled his artistic work of the last twenty years.
“[…] Ever since the early 1930s, when Alexander Calder visited Piet Mondrian’s studio and had that marvelous vision of imagining his neat rectangles as if they were flying through space, nobody had achieved a similar effect to the one conceived and executed by Paternosto with his pictures painted on the sides of the canvas, with the resulting effect described earlier, of glowing weightlessness.”
Francisco Calvo Serraller, The Edge of Light, in César Paternosto, exhibition catalogue; Segovia: Museo de Arte Contemporáneo Esteban Vicente, 2004.

Jorge M. Sori Fine Arts
2790 Ponce De Leon Blvd.
Coral Gables, FL 33134
305 567 3115
Galery Night Reception Friday Jan 2nd, 7 – 9 pm
Renowned Latin American Artists
Group Show.
Paul Sierra, Renato Meziat, Mariano Rodriguez, Jaime Carrasquilla, Tomas Sánchez, Fidel Mico and Ivan Loboguerrero.
Jorge M. Sori Fine Art specializes in works of contemporary artists and masters of Latin America and European art. as F. Aizkorbe, F. Benitez, Fernando Botero, Claudio Bravo, Agustin Cardenas, Jaime Carrasquilla, Mario Carreno, Leonora Carrington, Frida Kahlo, Wilfredo Lam, Ivan Loboguerrero, Roberto Matta, Renato Meziat, Henry Moore, Armando Morales,Fidel Mico, Amelia Pelaez, Picasso, Diego Rivera, Tomas Sánchez, Paul Sierra, Rufino Tamayo, Sonia Torres, Ernest Trova, Jaime Zapata, Francisco Zúñiga.

Cernuda Arte
3155 Ponce De Leon Blvd.
Coral Gables, Fl. 33134
305 461 1050
Opening Reception Friday Jan 2nd, 7 – 10
Important Cuban Artists, Volume Seven.
Selections of Works by Cuban Artists from the 19th – 21st centuries
This blockbuster yearly show – the gallery’s seventh edition – features more than 70 paintings by Academic, Modern, and Contemporary Cuban artists, including: E. Chartrand, Leopoldo Romanach, Wifredo Lam, Victor Manuel Garcia, Amelia Pelaez, Mario Carreño, Cundo Bermudez, René Portocarrero, Servando Cabrera Moreno, Antonia Eiriz, Tomas Sánchez, Agustín Cárdenas, Mendive, Sosabravo, Flora Fong, José Bedia, Gina Pellón, Julio Larraz, Pedro Alvarez, Esterio Segura,Clara Morera, Vicente Hernández, Florido, David Rodríguez, Ramón Vázquez, Gabriel Sánchez, Irina Elén, Vicente Hernandez, Miguel Florido, and Giosvanny Echevarria, among others.

Miarte Gallery
85 Merrick Way
Coral Gables , FL 33134
305 445 2783
Galery Night Reception Friday Jan 2nd, 7 – 10
miArte Gallery proudly presents 85@85
3rd annual International Juried Competition & Exhibition
miArte Gallery is proud to announce the winners for this year’s 85 @ 85, an invitational juried art competition and exhibition for emerging and mid-career artists. The competition invited 85 contemporary artists working in a broad range of styles and media to present their work. The winners of the 2008 miArte Awards were selected by a panel of distinguished judges from the field of contemporary art Angi Curreri, Barry University and Juan Martinez, Ph.D., Florida International University.
The top award winners for 2008 are: Best of Show-Alicia Viera, Second Place- Jacqueline Roch, Third Place-Amy Disepolo and the Curator’s Choice Award presented to Mariana Altamirano and Aurora Molina.

The exhibition is presented as a unique installation of 85 separate canvases each the same size and each to be sold separately.

H. Benitez Fine Art Gallery
305 Alcazar Avenue Suite #4
Coral Gables Fl 33134
786 877 1045
Gallery Night Reception Friday Jan 2nd 7 – 10
Movement
Humberto Benítez
Abstract Series by Cuban American artist Humberto Benitez. The painter creates canvases rich with imagery of his homeland’s music, landscape, people, and customs in exuberant, jazzy compositions that reflect his soulful yearning for a paradise lost.

The Americas Collection
2440 Ponce De Leon Blvd.
Coral Gables, FL 33134
305 446 5578
Gallery Night Reception Friday Jan 2nd, 7 – 10
Eclectic Photography
Carlos Manuel Cardenes (Cuba), Carlos Domenech (Cuba), Jean Jacques Ribi (Italy/Panama), Paul Morales (Ecuador), Lorenza Panero (Colombia), Patricia Villalobos (USA/El Salvador), Daniel Viñoly (Argentina) and Viviana Zargón (Argentina).
The Americas Collection is proud to present an eye-catching exhibition called Eclectic Photography. The concept of this show resides in its unique approach in which reality is delivered to us through the eyes of an exceptionally talented group of photographers. Each participating artist has a very personal way of capturing, manipulating and transforming life into a fascinating multilayer of colors, shapes and forms.

Gilda Sacasas @Gds Fine Art
2910 Ponce de Leon Blvd. Coral Gables, Fl 33146
305 447 1740
Gallery Night Reception, Friday Jan 2nd, 7 pm
Recent Work
by Gilda Sacasas
The art of Gilda Sacasas evokes the distinctive character of the eternal feminine. Her paintings are a poetic expression of her dreams and surroundings, created to enchant and visually stimulate the viewer’s imagination. In this exhibition the women appear to be confident and strong, yet at the same time feminine and soft. Sacasas is an artist of intense expression, has the power to impress the mind and arouse feelings of love, life and spirit.
Sacasas is a Cuban American contemporary artist who focuses on figures and color. Colors that endow her pieces with light, depth, mood, movement and energy projecting inner spiritual peace. Through her bold use of color, the real world she sees, becomes her world on canvas. Her experiences, memories and feelings, painting from the heart.
Sacasas’ space is located opposite to Ponce Circle Park where the cultural program Art in the Park is returning for it’s Second year . Live Jazz music, and local artists exhibitions. Free to the public.

Leonor Murciano Fine Art Gallery
Coral Gables, Fl. 33134
305 446 3008
Gallery Night Reception, Friday Jan 2nd, 7 pm
Leonor Murciano
Artist in residence
New Work. Notas caribeñas
New Cuban series titled Notas Caribeñas. Murciano originals are created with oil paintings on stretch canvas, and each piece is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity. She also offers a limited edition of high quality giclées -canvas only- per art piece, in different sizes. Each piece is signed and numbered by her.

miArte Gallery presents Something in Common by George Rodez 1/2/09

Friday, January 2 – 7:00 to 10:00 p.m.
miArte Gallery presents two exhibits this coming month. The first entitled “Something in Common,” presents my newest works from the Elements & Values series and Mano’s Blood Line series. The exhibit provides a powerful statement on the use of the color red which both artists use as a common theme.

The second exhibit is the continuation of 85@85, one of the most highly anticipated annual exhibitions of the Miami Art Season featuring 85 artists from around the world with works ranging from abstract to realism, from photography to oils and everything in between, all arranged in an installation of 20″ x 20″ canvases.

miArte Gallery is located at 85 Merrick Way, one block north of Miracle Mile and west of Douglas Road. Off-street metered parking is available and a municipal covered parking garage is located directly across the street from miArte Gallery above the Fritz and Franz Bierhaus via an entrance on Aragon Avenue.
Take the Gallery Bus from our gallery’s front door and visit many of the other galleries throughout the Gables on Gallery Nights.

Uva New Year’s Eve 12/31/08

New Year’s Eve
December 31st, 2009

$25 — General Admission
Includes Champagne Toast

$75 — 4 Course Fixed Menu
Includes Champagne Toast, Tax, And Gratuity

Call For Vip Table Reservations

Dj Spinning Open Format
Midnight Champagne Toast & Nye Party Favors

Uva | 2626 Ponce De Leon Blvd | Coral Gables
(305)476-8111 Or Uvaevents@Gmail.Com

miArte Gallery-Holiday Open House 12/20/08

miArte Gallery Holiday Open House

Join Us for…

A Special Holiday Experience

Saturday
December 20
1:00 – 5:00 pm

Enjoy special pricing on select pieces, free gift with purchase and just for coming by you’ll receive a free miArte Gallery gift certificate perfect for you to give or to keep!

85 Merrick Way
Coral Gables, FL 33134
305.445.2783

www.miartegallery.com

Free Parking – Ask us for your voucher to enjoy two (2) hours free parking in any Downtown Coral Gables Parking Garage. (Saturdays during December 2008 ONLY).

You’re Invited to our Christmas Party 2008 12/19/08

HAPPY HOLIDAYS
Grettings!
This holiday is time to celebrate with family and friends. Skin Therapie Spa want to celebrate with all our specials clients a night to share happines and joy at the end of this year.
This is how we say thank you for being our client.
Christmas Spa Party
Skin Therapie Spa invites you to join us for our first Christmas Party , also a great oportunity to celebrate our first anniversary on this location.

Food and wine served by Events & Designs by Aline Castro, , Gift Bags full of surprises, and the opportunity to win Gift Certificates for Three different Spa Packages Services
I hope to see you here!!!
Where & When:
31 Almeria Ave
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
December 19 2008
7:00 pm to 10:00pm
RSPV call 305 448-0555 or
skintherapiespa@bellsouth.net

An evening of Fine Art and Jewelry at Lawrence Savage Gallery 12/12/08

BP Media has the pleasure of extending an invitation to you to attend the Lawrence Savage Gallery’s exclusive studio exhibition in Coral Gables on December 12, 2008.

Invited guests will enjoy an evening of art appreciation, a jewelry collection display and fine wines and delicacies while enabling our guests to discover new business opportunities in one of the most exclusive galleries in Coral Gables.

BP Media + Partners’ commitment to hosting exclusive events designed to create opportunities for local businesses with the eager support of our sponsors in unique venues has been shown once again in our market awareness campaign for Leonardo Hidalgo Art, Diosa Jewlery Exhibition and the exclusive real estate opportunities of Terrazas de Coson Eco Chic residences in the Dominican Republic.

http://www.bpmediapartners.com

Invitation To The Inaugural Show Of The Gallery At Teatroareastage 12/5/08

We are very pleased to invite you to the Inaugural show of The Gallery at TEATROAREASTAGE. A new space to promote and commercialize the talent of unique, emergent and established Hispanic artists.

The inaugural exposition will showcase the work of award winning artists Omar and Carlos Estrada. “Perimetro” deals with the tension regarding self-definition and contextualized survival.

WHAT: PERIMETRO
WHO: Omar and Carlos Estrada
WHEN: OPENING December 5th, 7 – 11 PM (through January 19th, 2009)
WHERE: The Gallery at TEATROAREASTAGE, 1560 S. Dixie Hway, Suite 103, Coral Gables, FL 33146
CURATOR: Arelys Hernandez
PHONE: 305-666-1546
786 486 5011

Free Wine Tasting At GustoFino Friday Evening 12/5/08

Free Wine Tasting
Invite A Friend
at Gustofino Italian Deli
Friday, December 5
6 to 9pm

www.GustoFinoDeli.com
2103 S LeJeune Road
4 blocks north of Miracle Mile between Burger King and the Courtyard by Marriot Hotel. Turn right at the light at Minorca, park and walk back to LeJeune.
Phone: 305-444-0504
Tony will be passing out copies of his updated menu featuring new items created by members of the Coral Gables Police Department.
He’ll also have Italian Gift Baskets with wine included starting @ $39.95.
And, for those who have not been by in a few months, they have additional seating and a new floor plan.
This is a great way to start off one of the best First Friday Gallery Nights of the year in Coral Gables.
Please invite a friend to join you.

To celebrate the Holiday Season, Gustofino will present some special wines for tasting such as:
Asti Spumante from Piemonte – the perfect balance in Italian sparkling wines of tiny bubbles with a smooth finish
Don Guido’s Super Tuscan – a blend of three red varietals
The Perfect Red for Pizza – “Lambrusco” – a light sparkling red that’s just delicious
Barbera d’ Asti – a light to medium body red also from Piemonte
Soave Classico, Veneto, the smoky white wine that’s full of flavor
Also from Tuscany, Taneto – the full bodied red

Howard Na in piano recital within Chopin for All free concert series 12/6-7/08

Chopin Foundation of the United States
Chopin for All series of free concerts presents piano recital by

Howard Na
finalist of the 2005 National Chopin Piano Competition

Saturday, December 6, 2008 at 7:00 PM
Broward County Main Library, 100 S. Andrews Ave, Ft. Lauderdale

Sunday, December 7, 2008, 3:00 PM
Granada Presbyterian Church, 950 University Drive, Coral Gables.

Program Music by Chopin, Beethoven, Scriabin and Medtner

Admission Free

For more information please call: 305/868-0624 or visit www.chopin.org

Blue Martini Miami presents a fun and festive networking opportunity for the Chamber of Commerce Wind Down Wednesday 12/10/08

Blue Martini Miami Presents a Fun, and Festive Networking Opportunity on Wednesday, Dec. 10 for the Chamber of Commerce’s Wind Down Wednesday Event!

20/30 Group Wind Down Wednesday at Blue Martini Miami
Click here to RSVP

Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce
224 Catalonia Avenue
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Phone: 305-446-1657

miArte Gallery – Invitation for Opening of 85 @ 85 12/5/08

Please join us for the opening of
A unique group show…
Now in its 3rd year, 85@85 is one of the most highly anticpated annual exhibitions of the Miami Art Season featuring 85 artists with works ranging from abstract to realism, from photography to oils and everything in between.

85 @ 85 Opening Reception
7:00 – 10:00 pm, Friday, December 5, 2008
85 Merrick Way
Coral Gables, FL
305.445.2783
www.miartegallery.com

Lawrence Savage Galleries Adds Contemporary Furniture Designer Andrew Muggleton

Lawrence Savage Galleries, with locations in Coral Gables and the Miami Design District, announced today that it will represent contemporary furniture designer / maker Andrew Muggleton, whose work will be available at both galleries. Savage, who met the designer at a show in Palm Beach, said he was immediately taken with Muggleton’s work, and the two quickly struck a deal. “I just love his furniture and his sense of style,” said Savage, “and I think he will add an exciting new dimension to both galleries.” The galleries are located at 66 N.E. 40th Street, in the Design District, and 4217 Ponce de Leon Blvd. in Coral Gables. Telephone (305) 446-1222.


[Tall Curved Drawers (One Of A Kind) – Makore drawer fronts are framed in Ebonized oak. The drawer handles are carved from Ebonized Oak. Sand blasted glass has been profiled and built into the sides of the drawers. The curved drawers are created by bending thin layers of wood together and gluing them. Dimensions: 60in H X 23in. W X 22in D (Click on image for larger view)]

Andrew Muggleton is a true artisan who creates stunning furniture designs, many of which are one-of-a-kind. In designing his contemporary furniture, Muggleton combines extraordinary woods with metal and glass to create furnishings with spare, elegant lines. Dining room tables and chairs, console tables, beds, entertainment units and sets of drawers are crafted with a nod to comfort and an eye towards beauty. His furniture designs are innovative but not complicated, and usually feature large curves and a mix of materials – solid wood, veneer, metal and glass.


[Aluminum Dining Table – Rectangle dining table made using Bird’s Eye maple and Aluminum curved supports. All dining tables are custom made to order to any size. Materials: Bird’s Eye maple Wood, Aluminum curved supports with a glass top. Dimensions as shown: 64in (L) x 42 (W) x 30in (H) (Click on image for larger view)]

SIMPLIFY, SIMPLIFY, SIMPLIFY
Much like Henry David Thoreau, a complex man of many talents who worked hard to shape his craft and his life, simplicity is a hallmark of Muggleton’s design philosophy. “Keeping a design simple and avoiding the trap of filling empty space with unnecessary clutter is my most difficult – and most rewarding – challenge,” says the British born designer who now works out of his studio in Longmont, Colorado. “Simplicity in life is difficult and complicated to achieve,” added Muggleton. “It is easy to have too much going on and spend too much time organizing it.”

COMPLEX PROCESS YIELDS GRACEFUL ELEGANCE
Muggleton creates high quality modern furniture by bending and shaping exotic woods and blending other materials such as metal and glass to achieve the desired outcome. “The method of making curved furniture is a complex process, which has been practiced for centuries,” says Muggleton, who went on to explain: “Many thin layers of wood are joined together, placed on a mould and inserted into a vacuum press. The vacuum press shrinks itself around the mould, contorting the wood over the new shape. The press delivers a cumulative pressure of almost 4 tons over the new design.” Once the body of the work had been created in this way, says Muggleton, the same process is used to apply beautiful veneer onto the surface.


[Lotus Bench – Bent Bird’s Eye maple ends enclose the natural flowing arched base, inlaid with wenge. The seat is upholstered in Ultra-suede. Materials: Bird’s Eye Maple and Wenge wood and upholstered in Ultra-suede – Available in other woods and sizes. Dimensions as shown: 23in (W) x 71in (L) x 31in (H) – Three Person Bench, 20in (W) x 60in (L) x 31in (H) – Two Person Bench (Click on image for larger view)]

Elements of engineering, structure and architecture are all incorporated into Muggleton’s work, and each serve to inspire him daily. “Buildings, bridges and archways new and old all provide a fundamental foundation for my designs,” he says. Explaining his affinity for creating curved furniture, Muggleton says, “Everything in nature is curved, from the smooth pebbles on a beach to an egg. Sharp jagged edges do not make you feel at ease; but a field of straw bending in the wind, now that is inviting. This is the reason my work involves such beautiful and subtle curves.”


[Macassar Chaise Lounge – Beautifully stitched and upholstered leather supports are secured to stainless steel curved rails. The headrest is also upholstered in leather. The base is curved and tapered in Macassar Ebony, which is considered one of the most lustrous and beautiful of the ebony wood family and is notoriously difficult to bend. The seat can be positioned at an infinite number of angles for whether you are reading or simply relaxing. Materials: Macassar Ebony wood and Stainless Steel and Leather. Dimensions as shown: 20in (W) x 59in (L) x 29in (H) – Available in other woods and sizes (Click on image for larger view)]

Andrew Muggleton was born in Aldershot, England. He graduated from Nottingham Trent University with a degree in manufacturing engineering and worked throughout the world as a design engineer before moving to the United States in 1999 to develop his passion for furniture design. His work has been featured in a number of well respected magazines, including The Robb Report, Architecture & Design of the West, Northern Home, Phoenix Home & Garden Magazine and Wood Art Today. For more information, or to request a brochure, visit www.AndrewMuggleton.com.

Larry Savage Galleries Opening Reception 11/22/08

Larry Savage Galleries Opening Reception this Saturday 22nd.
Lawrence Savage Galleries cordially invites you to the premier opening of cutting edge Art from the Street in the East Village Gallery next to Village of Merrick Park in Coral Gables
Portraits Leonardo Hidalgo • Shie Moreno
Saturday, November 22, 8 pm – until

Hidalgo, Portrait of Linda Evangelista, acrylic on canvas, 2003, 70 x 50 in

Leonardo Hildalgo
Breaking the mold of traditional portraiture, Ecuadorian born Hidalgo crosses the line between graphic art and fine art, his recent work focuses on his subject’s face. He holds firmly that eyes are windows of the soul and that a person’s essence is captured within. Hidalgo portraits are more than a reflection of a person’s image. He studies his subjects closely to identify their personality. Each brushstroke and color is considered to bring the best of that person into the canvas. Hidalgo lives and works in Miami. He has gained notoriety with his dynamic and provocative fine art, murals and portraits; “I will never lose the child I have inside me. It is what makes me see this tough world beautifully and allows me to survive.” Today his paintings are a true reflection of that vision.
Shie Moreno
Shie was born in La Habana,Cuba, migrated to Los Angeles and moved to Miami. Life in L.A. is where Shie was introduced to an emerging subculture defined by distinctive musical, dance and art forms that captured the essence of the surrounding urban environment. As inner city tensions rose between different groups in East L.A., Shie and his family moved to West Miami. Touched by the energy in the streets, Shie began to explore the world of aerosol art. Experimenting with this new medium became a defining feature in this artist’s ventures in the city, in his many quests to visibly conquer the streets of Miami. Rather than assimilating to the mainstream, he asserts his own path as an artist. Since the millennium, Shie’s shifted his focus to creating art to be enjoyed indoors, while remaining active as a street artist. He proclaims that through his art he can understand himself and his purpose on earth. His study of calligraphy, sketch work and imagery become synthesized in his work, resulting in spontaneity poised with earnest examination of color, letterforms and composition.

About Lawrence Savage Galleries
Lawrence Savage Galleries has two more art spaces.
Lawrence Savage Galleries in the Miami Design District at 66 NE 40th St. featuring the work of Steve Martin, Carmen Gusmao, Mart T. Smith and Andrew Muggleton, and east village gallery / art from the street in Wynwood Art District, at 3450 N. Miami Ave. corner of 34th Terr.
The grand opening of this new art gallery specialized in street art in Wynwood will take place on December 2nd, 2008.
Check www.eastvillagegallery.net for details.
4217 Ponce de Leon Blvd.
Coral Gables, Fl 33146
305 446 1222
info@eastvillagegallery.net

Mark di Suvero at Fairchild opens 12/6/08

Mark di Suvero at Fairchild opens Saturday, December 6, 2008, featuring the monumental metal sculptures of Mark di Suvero, including the never before exhibited Olompali.

Mark di Suvero at Fairchild opens Saturday, December 6, 2008. This monumental outdoor sculpture garden features the never before exhibited Olompali, commissioned by the U.S. State Department. Di Suvero’s arresting pieces consistently drawn critical acclaim, and confront audiences with their audacious colors and shapes and mesmerize crowds with their energy and intricate proportion. Fairchild’s unique landscape provides the perfect backdrop to truly reveal these massive structures’ complexity and scale.

www.fairchildgarden.org

Opening of Lawrence Savage Galleries 11/22/08

Portraits
Saturday, November 22 at 8 p.m.

Celebrate the opening of Lawrence Savage Galleries and its premiere opening of cutting edge “Art From the Street” in the East Village Gallery conveniently located next to Merrick Park in Coral Gables. The grand opening exhibition features two Miami artists, Leonardo Hidalgo (artwork pictured) and Shie Moreno. Watch for news of two more galleries opening in December in the Miami Design and Wynwood Art Districts.

Lawrence Savage Galleries & East Village Gallery
4217 Ponce de Leon Boulevard, Coral Gables
305-446-1222

Fritz & Franz Presents the 11th Annual Coral Gables Bluesfest 11/21-23/08

Fritz & Franz Presents the 11th Annual Coral Gables Bluesfest
November 20th- 23rd

Bluesfest is back! Come and enjoy a four-day cultural event filled with music, food and a beer festival. It will feature national and local blues artists. Bands playing at the event include:Crywolf, Joey Gilmore Blues Band, Blues Dragon and more!
Fritz & Franz BIERHAUS, 60 Merrick Way, (305) 774-1883, www.bierhaus.cc

The Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce Holiday Party 12/4/08

Thursday, December 04, 2008
5:30 to 8:30 pm
Biltmore Hotel
1200 Anastasia Avenue
Coral Gables, FL 33134

RSVP

On behalf of the Holiday Party Committee of the Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce, we would like to extend a personal invitation to you to participate in our 2008 Holiday Party and gift drive celebrating this year’s theme, “Candyland in the Gables.” The event will be held on Thursday, December 4, 2008 at the historic Biltmore Hotel in the Country Club Ballroom, from 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. Last year’s event was a tremendous success attracting over 450 Chamber members and guests. In addition, the Chamber collected over 700 toys and gifts and distributed them to six wonderful local charities, making the holidays much brighter for the less fortunate children and seniors in our community. Chamber restaurants/bakeries/hotels/catering companies/beverage importers and our Chamber members will also participate in this worthy event by sponsoring the food/ beverages/desserts for this outstanding charitable cause. Help make this year’s event another success.


coralgableschamber.org

Paint the Town Green at Ocean Drive Studios during Art Basel 2008 12/7/08

Join M and Ocean Drive Magazine in Mid-Town Miami at the Ocean Drive Studios at the highly anticipated return of ‘Paint the Town Green’ event which will bring to life one of the most iconic “green” destinations in – Hollywood history: THE EMERALD CITY. Sanctioned by Art Basel, & partnered with Warner Brothers, join us for the 70th Anniversary of The Wizard of Oz, and with a thrilling live performance courtesy of VH1 SAVE THE MUSIC FOUNDATION. Ocean Drive promises an exciting evening of earthy elements and eco-friendly surprises including the M Lounge with auction proceeds to benefit the VH1 SAVE THE MUSIC FOUNDATION!

Ocean Drive magazine debuts Paint The Town Green, presented by Four Seasons Ocean Residences and hosted by the Biltmore on Friday, December 7, 2007. With the support of Art Basel Miami Beach Ocean Drive magazine, South Florida’s preeminent luxury lifestyle publication, creatively embraces eco-awareness with a “green goes glam” evening for Basel’s upscale patrons. Through the sounds of music, and artistic expression of fashion and photography, Ocean Drive magazine shows Green is Glamorous.

With the majestic Biltmore serving as the perfect canvas, Ocean Drive magazine will ‘paint’ the marquee hotel with exquisite lighting and organic décor, creating an original eco-atmosphere that is unique to Miami’s social scene. Guests will be treated to the soulful sounds and powerful lyrics of Grammy-nominated singer/songwriter/pianist Vanessa Carlton who will headline the evening with a live musical performance. Carlton will be joined by celebrated new designer Linda Loudermilk, named one of W magazine’s “most influential people of 2007” who will showcase her eco-fashion runway collection featuring models from MC2. Throughout the evening, the spinning sensations of an MTV switch house DJ will keep the mood light and the energy high as Stoli Elit cocktails and the Biltmore hotel’s savory fare satiate partygoers. Adding an element of art is Brooklyn and L.A. based artist/photographer Erik Anders Lang, whose environmentally inspired photographs will provide a sentimental backdrop against the lush, living party décor styled by Miami-based landscape designer, Plantaysia.

The centerpiece of Paint the Town Green will feature an aptly adapted “Giving Tree.” Reminiscent of Shel Silverstein’s children’s classic, Ocean Drive adorns a classic Banyan tree on the Biltmore hotel property with the limited edition event gift bags. Custom designed by Diane von Furstenberg through Intermix stores, this sought-after, one-of-a-kind gift bag includes two custom T-shirt collaborations from Green T Clothing Company with designer Catherine Malandrino and artist Kenny Scharf, organic products from Crabtree & Evelyn, Liz Earle, Enspri, Sweet Beauty, Theory, The Sports Club L.A., Snaidero, Green Grass Boutique and more! Guests can purchase this tote of eco-essentials during the event for a $100 donation to the Environmental Media Association.

Massage Envy Opening Party 11/14/08

Massage Envy Opening Party
Fri, Nov 14 from 4:00 to 10:00pm, 6927 Red Road, Coral Gables; 305.662.2622
Turning down a free massage is stupid, so hit up Envy’s opening bash, where they’re giving away chair rub-downs accompanied by a live band and free wine & cheese. There’ll also be an open bar from 9-10pm next door at Jake’s Bar and Grill, another restaurant to add to your list of places not to wander into and exclaim “God, I’m soooo relaxed”.

Truffle Cake and Wine Tasting 11/20/08

Nov 20 Truffle Cake and Wine Tasting
Friends,
Let’s make plans to meet up at Peterbrooke Chocolates for a special wine and chocolate event. Here’s the details:
Truffle Cake and Wine Tasting Experience
Thursday, November 20
Peterbrooke Chocolates at 227 Aragon is inviting the Wine Walk enthusiasts to attend a special Truffle Cake and Wine Tasting Experience from 5:30 to 8:30pm, featuring cooking demos, plus a sublime wine and chocolate tasting. No need to twist my arm… I’ll be there. Call Sharon Cahoon at 305-446-3131. www.peterbrooke.com

ArtSpace/Virginia Miller Galleries Presents Chinese Artists Cao Xiaodong and Li Xiaofeng Opening 11/7/08

ArtSpace/Virginia Miller Galleries Presents
Chinese Artists Cao Xiaodong and Li Xiaofeng
in First Major Exhibition in the United States

Opening Reception:
7-10 p.m. November 7, 2008

Exhibition:
“SAVE AS: Contemporary Chinese Art Born of Ancient Traditions”

Exhibition Dates:
November 7, 2008 – February 28, 2009

Gallery Hours:
11 a.m. – 6 p.m. Monday through Friday
Saturdays by appointment

Address:
169 Madeira Avenue, Coral Gables (Miami)
FL 33134 USA

For more information:
Tel: 305.444.4493
Fax: 305.444.9844

Email: info@virginiamiller.com
Web site: www.virginiamiller.com

Gables Gallery Night 11/7/08

Gables Gallery Night
Friday, November 7 from 7 to 10 p.m.

Join the fun every first Friday when Gables Gallery Night attracts collectors and young professionals to the art galleries, sidewalk tapas bars, fine restaurants and clubs in safe, comfortable downtown Coral Gables. Whisked between galleries aboard free air-conditioned minibus limousines or the city’s quaint trolleys, thousands of visitors join local residents at Greater Miami’s liveliest monthly event. Enjoy complementary refreshments, stroll through exhibitions of contemporary and modern Latin American, North American, and European art, including paintings, sculptures, textiles, works on paper and photography, along with art books, in a downtown area chock full of fascinating boutiques. Top off your evening in one of Coral Gables’ celebrated dining spots – all within easy walking distance!

Throughout the Coral Gables Business District
ArtSpace/Virginia Miller Galleries « Bus stops here »
169 Madeira Avenue
(305) 444-4493
website: www.virginiamiller.com

Books & Books « Bus stops here »
296 Aragon Avenue
T: (305) 442-4408
website: www.booksandbooks.com

Jorge Sori Fine Art « Bus stops here »
2970 Ponce de Leon Boulevard
(305) 567-3151
e-mail: jorgesorifineart@aol.com

miArte Gallery « Bus stops here »
85 Merrick Way
305-445-2783
website: www.miartegallery.com

Garcia Lynskey Gallery « Bus stops here »
51 Miracle Mile
(305) 445-8566

The Americas Collection
2440 Ponce de Leon Blvd.
(305) 446-5578
website: www.americascollection.com

Contexto: Language as Art at miArte Gallery 11/7/08


Contexto: Language as Art
Contexto: Language as Art continues at miArte Gallery. On Gables Gallery Night, Friday, November 7th, we will host a reception from 7 to 10 p.m. Contexto features the works of Blanca Caballero, Daniel Garcia, Sergio Garcia, MANO, Aurora Molina, Adrian Morales Rodriguez, Luis Enrique Torres and myself.
miArte Gallery is located at 85 Merrick Way, one block north of Miracle Mile and west of Douglas Road. Off-street metered parking is available and a municipal covered parking garage is located directly across the street from miArte Gallery above Fritz and Franz Bierhaus.
Take the Gallery Bus from our gallery’s front door and visit many of the other galleries throughout the Gables on Gallery Night.

11th Annual Halloween on the Mile 10/31/08

Halloween on the Mile, presented by Baptist Medical Plaza – Coral Gables, is back and better than ever! Downtown Coral Gables invites kids of all ages to enjoy safe Halloween festivities on Miracle Mile.

Beginning at 4 pm, children can enjoy safe Trick-or-Treating along Miracle Mile and its adjacent streets. There will be a kiddie costume contest, doggie costume contest (Humane Society $5 donation to register a dog), scavenger hunt, a haunted house, story time at Books and Books and much more!

Schedule:
4pm – 7pm: Safe Trick or Treating along Miracle Mile and its adjacent streets
Scavenger Hunt (Goody bags will be awarded to the first 100 children to complete the hunt.)
Nesquick Treats
Pictures with NASCAR Championship trophy at the John Martin’s Stage (Corner of Salzedo and Miracle Mile)
Art Activity at miArte Gallery (85 Merrick Way) in partnership with the Lowes Art Museum
5pm: Storytime @ Books & Books (265 Aragon Ave)
Haunted House begins at Baptist Medical Plaza (320 Giralda Ave)
6pm: Kiddie Costume Contest at the Miracle Theatre
7pm: Doggie Costume Contest (Humane Society $5 donation to register a dog) at the John Martin’s stage (Corner of Salzedo and Miracle Mile)
Have a safe and happy Halloween!

Where The event will begin at the Miracle Theatre, 280 Miracle Mile
Contact For more information please call 305-569-0311.

Carlos A. Navarro – Changing Lives Exhibit this Friday 10/10/08

Carlos A. Navarro – Changing Lives Exhibit this Friday
YOU ARE INVITED TO THE “CHANGING LIVES” EXHIBIT
FEATURING ALL NEW WORKS BY CARLOS A. NAVARRO
BENEFITTING THE CHANGING LIVES ORGANIZATION
BOARD MEMBERS: Zurami Pascual, Carmen Carolina Lauria, Suzanne DeWitt, Esq, Alexis Birbragher

OCTOBER 10, 2008 . 7 – 10 PM
2000 PONCE DE LEON BOULEVARD . 5TH FLOOR . CORAL GABLES
COCKTAILS & HORS D’ OEUVRES
CARLOS A. NAVARRO
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WWW.CARLOSANAVARRO.COM
INFO@CARLOSANAVRRO.COM

Grove Chamber After Hours at Trini French Hair Salon & Spa 10/8/08

Please join us in welcoming the new management at Trini in private during a FREE cocktail reception on October 8!
The Coconut Grove Chamber of Commerce’s After Hours Club and Trini in Private, French Salon and Spa
Invite you to join us for a free cocktail reception welcoming Trini’s New Management
Wednesday, October 8, 5:30-7:30pm
3199 Commodore Plaza
Admission: Free
Complimentary Cocktails and Hors d’ oeuvres with a Special Presentation of the New Winter Hairstyle Collection Plus, Raffle Prizes!
RSVP 305-444-7270 or email info@coconutgrove.com

Trini

Event Invitation to Support Breast Cancer Foundation 10/11/08

Beauty Bazaar
We will be offering a presentation by Designer Lorena Prado, Never E-Nuf Clothing & Accessories by Cristy, Jewerly by Mar, Candles Forever, along with the opportunity to win Jane Iredale Fall Eyeshadow Make-up collection and Dermalogica Skin Care set .

Proceeds from services and retail will be donated to the cause.

Wine and food will be served to all our guests courtesy of Designs & Event by Aline Castro, and …… as always, we’ll be honored with your presence. .

Beauty Bazaar to celebrate The Power of Pink!!


Where & When
31 Almeria Ave
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Octuber 11, 2008
7:00 PM- 10:00PM
RSVP: 305 448-0555
skintherapiespa@bellsouth.net
www.skintherapiespa.com
We, at Skin Therapie Spa , support National Breast Cancer Foundation Inc. We cordially invite you to join us in an indulging Beauty Bazaar full of surprises to help women with Breast Cancer on this Awareness Month.

Every October, businesses across the country begin to “Think Pink”, a variety of walks, benefits and fundraising events during this special month. According to The American Cancer Society, a woman is diagnosed with this disease every three minutes, making it the second most common cancer among people, accounting for more than one in four cancers.

We decided to support the cause to offer a beauty treatment called “Pink Rose Facial” for the emotional and physical well-being of cancer patients and all our customers during the first two weeks of this month.
Come to celebrate with us this special night … and enjoy music, food and beauty surprises……… I hope to see you here supporting this cause!!!
Sincerely,
Nelsy Bosquet

Kick Off and Fashion Show for “An Affair of the Arts” at The Collection 10/2/08

Kick Off and Fashion Show for “An Affair of the Arts”
Thursday, October 2 from 7 to 10 p.m.

See celebrity models wearing fashions from the 2008 Autumn/Winter Mayda Cisneros Couture Collection amid Maserati’s exciting new 2009 Quattroporte and the GranTurismo S models. The event, hosted by Sarah Arison, Alexia Bermello, Ali Codina, Anne Owen and Alan Randolph, is sure to create buzz for the upcoming National Foundation for Advancement in the Arts Gala. Guests will enjoy performances by NFAA alumni Julian Pollack and Grace Weber and will have an opportunity to bid for luxury travel, lifestyle and entertainment items and register for a drawing featuring three unbelievable prizes: two premier tickets to NFAA’s “An Affair of the Arts” Gala in January; a Mayda Cisneros Collection custom Maserati inspired gown; and a weekend loan on a Maserati Quattroporte courtesy of The Collection Miami. RSVP today please! maseratiNFAA@thecollection.com

The Collection
200 Bird Road, Coral Gables
305-476-2017 (Nicolas)

Suenalo at Art @ the Park (Coral Gables) 10/3/08

{One of our favorite musical groups!}

The famed Art @ the Park series is back at Coral Gables’ Ponce circle this and every 1st Friday till April. Enjoy art, food, drinks and great bands. It’s all free! Jazz sax phenom Dave Fernandez opens the show, followed by Conjunto Progreso, Nil Lara, and your favorite … Suenalo!

Saturday get a babysitter cause we’re back at Jazid, Miami’s coolest live music venue (no kids allowed).

Come out and experience!

Invitation from Tresart Gallery 10/3/08

TRESART Gallery cordially invites you to the opening reception with the Artist
Friday, October 3rd, 7pm
Fans and Shadows MARY STUART Recent Work

Tresart Gallery 550 Biltmore Way, Ste. 111 Coral Gables, Fl 33134

fan
White Fan With Mother of Pearl. 2008.
Wood, antique mother of pearl, wire and rice paper. 12.6 x 9.6 in, (18.11 x 12 x 3 in box)

Fans and Shadows. Mary Stuart. Recent Work
In collaboration with Galeria de Arte Mexicano, Tresart Gallery will be exhibiting visceral found objects and abstract paintings by Mary Stuart, a U.S. born artist living and working in Mexico. Mary Stuart, represented by the Galeria de Arte Mexicano is exhibiting for the first time in Miami at Tresart her boxed fans, evocative of another place and time, nostalgic memories of what we sense but never witnessed.

Thursday – Free Ice Cream At Cold Stone For Make-A-Wish 9/25/08

Thursday, September 25 – from 5 to 8pm

Cold Stone Creamery Make-A-Wish Ice Cream Social

Be part of the World’s Largest Ice Cream Social and indulge in a good cause.

Visit Cold Stone Creamery for your FREE 3 oz Make-A-Wish Creation between 5 and 8pm on Thursday, September 25th.

85 percent of all donations in September will benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation.

Cold Stone Creamery at 261 Miracle Mile
Call 305-403-7000
e-mail cscmiami1@aol.com
http://www.ColdStoneCreamery.com

Whole Foods Market Celebrates One Year Anniversary 9/26/08

Join us in Celebrating our One Year Anniversary!
Whole Foods Market Coral Gables is proud to be a part this community and would like to invite you to celebrate one year in Coral Gables with a weeks worth of events!

One Year Anniversary Celebration 6:30-9:00
Help us celebrate our anniversary in style! Join over ten wine vendors as they sample wines from around the world and feast on delicious delights from each department! Join us at 7:45 for the cutting of our birthday cake and champagne toast on the patio!
Whole Foods Market – Coral Gables
6701 Red Road Coral Gables, Fl 33143
305.421.9421

Ocean Drive Fall Fashion Week – Biltmore – Monday, 9/22/08

Ocean Drive Magazine Fall Fashion Week
Fashion is Glamorous
Ocean Drive magazine invites you to an elegant evening of showstopping style
From runway to red carpet, experience the fashions of Carlos Mile

Monday, September 22, 2008 – Runway Show
followed by cocktails and hors d’oeuvres

Biltmore
Country Club Ballroom & Terrace
1200 Anastasia Ave., Coral Gables, FL

RSVP for confirmation and seat assignments to 305-532-2544 x 1251

 

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Dog Day at Fairchild 9/14/08

(I certainly will not be there, but I know some of you are dog lovers and owners.)

Sunday, September 14

For the first time ever Fairchild Garden is hosting Dog Day at Fairchild. Don’t miss out — this is the ONLY day of the year that dogs are welcome at the garden. Take advantage of this great opportunity to enjoy Fairchild’s lush surroundings and big, open spaces. Dogs must be pre-registered to attend. Please call 305-663-8091 to register your dog. A percentage of admissions will be donated to local animal shelters. Admission fees are $20 for adults, $15 for seniors, $10 for children 6 to 17 years and free to children 5 and under and Fairchild Garden members. The garden is open daily (except Christmas) from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden
10901 Old Cutler Road, Coral Gables
305-663-8091
dog day

Advance Screening Birch Creek Films “If I Were Dictator” 9/27/08

You are invited to a free advance screening of the new comedy feature-length movie, “If I Were Dictator”.
Saturday September 27th, 7 P.M. at the Westin Hotel/Merrick Ballroom, 180 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, Florida, 33134.
We will feature the advance screening, prize giveaways, live music, and more.
If I Were Dictator was produced by Birch Creek Films, a Miami Production company, and was shot in over thirty locations, utilizing ninety actors, and was written and directed by Justin Routt.
Birch Creek Films has been featured in Deco Drive, Movie Maker magazine, Miami Herald, Sun Sentinel, Fortune Small Business, The Hollywood Reporter, Miami New Times, Aventura magazine, WIOD, WINZ, and at least 25 more media.
What would you do if you could rule the world? If I Were Dictator!
To see a trailer, press, and more, please visit www.dictatormovie.com
Remember, this event is free!
Birch Creek Films
dictator

Camelot Spa Thank You Event, 9/4/08

Thursday, September 4

Camelot Spa Thank You Event
Receive an exclusive beauty giveaway individually inspired by Splendidly-Soy as well as a beauty consultation from their staff of beauty specialists at Camelot Salon & Spa, 2600 Galiano from 7 to 10pm. In addition, you will have a chance to register for their drawing for your chance to win a free massage or facial. Complimentary cocktails and Spanish delectables will be served for your enjoyment. Call 305-443-5953. http://www.camelotspa.com

Rib & Beer Fest at Fritz And Franz 8/15/08

It’s Ribs and Beer Festival all weekend at Fritz And Franz Bierhaus, 60 Merrick Way, as Harald presents another big event on the plaza under the full moon from 6 to 10pm. Enjoy live music and your choice of St. Louis, Baby Back or Bierhaus Ribs, along with fries and cole slaw and a 14 oz Warsteiner Draft for $18.50. Call 305-774-1883. (Link: http://www.bierhaus.cc)http://www.bierhaus.cc

Battle of the Chefs 7/30/08

Battle of the Chefs
Wednesday, July 30 at 7 p.m.
Join Downtown Coral Gables and La Cuisine for Battle of the Chefs 2008 to benefit the Buoniconti Fund to Cure Paralysis. This culinary challenge pits two high profile Gables’ chefs who have just 45 minutes to produce three dishes using a bag of “mystery” ingredients provided by The Fresh Market. The competition is judged on taste, originality and presentation, and guests watch the entire process, socialize and enjoy light refreshments. Admission is complimentary, but a donation of $15 is encouraged. Gourmet VIP seating is also available.
La Cuisine Gourmet
50 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables
305-662-7152, Ext. 110

Gables Gallery Night 8/1/08

Friday, August 1 from 7 to 10 p.m.

Join the fun every first Friday when Gables Gallery Night attracts collectors and young professionals to the art galleries, sidewalk tapas bars, fine restaurants and clubs in safe, comfortable downtown Coral Gables. Whisked between galleries aboard free air-conditioned minibus limousines or the city’s quaint trolleys, thousands of visitors join local residents at Greater Miami’s liveliest monthly event. Enjoy complementary refreshments, stroll through exhibitions of contemporary and modern Latin American, North American, and European art, including paintings, sculptures, textiles, works on paper and photography, along with art books, in a downtown area chock full of fascinating boutiques. Top off your evening in one of Coral Gables’ celebrated dining spots – all within easy walking distance! Click to view participating member galleries.

Throughout the Coral Gables Business District
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