Category: Coral Gables

Free High School Dipolma Framing 6/1/13

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Free High School Dipolma Framing
Saturday, 06/01/2013, 10:00 am – 07:00 pm
frame-your-high-school-diploma-free-ev-57Frames USA & Art Gallery
3822 Sw 40th Street,
Miami, Florida 33155
Webpage Link

Frame your High School diploma absolutely free! Includes 1 inch black frame, regular glass, and a sawtooth for hanging. Valid with an authentic high school diploma from any Miami-Dade high school. No purchase necessary for free offer. Limit one per person. Graduate or family member must be present. Promotion runs from June 1. 2013 to August 31, 2013. Come into store for details.

Double Cross Vodka Seasonal Drink Food Mixology Event at Seasons 52

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I have been to my share of mixology/food-drink pairing events, but nothing could compare to the one I recently attended at Seasons 52. The Double Cross Vodka (DCV) “Seasonal Drinks/Seasonal Food” mixology pairing was an experience that left me feeling that perhaps I had a hidden passion that, until now, I didn’t know existed in me: making cocktails!  The “beautiful and aromatic combinations of natural and fresh products” – as mixologist and creator of Edible Drink, Cricket Nelson, puts it – “allows the flavors and aromas come to life on your pallet.”

The evening began with a reception offering a variety of signature flatbreads paired with the Afternoon Tea Punch; a combination of DCV, Earl Grey Tea, orange blossom honey, and fresh sour orange and lemon juices, all elegantly garnished with edible flowers. It was a smooth delight in my mouth, and, yes, it was as delicious as it reads.

As we sat to enjoy what would become one of the most exciting evenings of my life, we were greeted at our table by magical, little black gift bags that included the instruments we would use for our interactive mixology journey.  The essentials were: one Double Cross Vodka shaker tin, one wooden muddler, a comfy, cotton Double Cross Vodka t-shirt (to wear right after the event as someone with proud “school spirit” would) and a pair of sunglasses…I’m guessing to be worn the day after a Double Cross Vodka party because it’s so good you really can’t get enough of it. On the table we found a double funnel, a bar spoon, a strainer, all the cocktail glasses we would need for the different drinks we were making, water, soda water, a centerpiece of fresh basil and mint leafs, a bucket of ice with an ice scoop and, of course, a big ol’ bottle of Double Cross Vodka.

A brief class on the origins and the making of DVC was clearly explained by Marita Leonard, Florida Sales Manager for this brand.  After her comprehensive introduction, the fun of mixology began.

We were asked to prepare the first ingredients that would become the base of the flavors of a Thai Cucumber party in my mouth.  These included: one tiny scoop of stevia, four slices of cucumber, one slice of jalapeño, and one shredded fresh leaf of basil.  Then, we muddled. After we confirmed that the ingredients looked like cucumber puree, we then proceed to serve 1.5oz of water, 3/4oz of fresh lime juice, 1.5oz of DCV and lastly, we added the ice. After all these steps are successfully completed, you close the shaker tin and, well, you shake. You shake away. Then you open the shaker tin. Serve. Drink. Enjoy. This first course cocktail was paired with perfectly cooked scallions and encrusted scallops with a toasted, semi-spicy sesame glaze; another Yummy combination.

The event went on to our second course, this time, as professional shaker tin mixers as we had become, we included all the ingredients necessary to make our second cocktail of the night, Lemongrass Cooler. This included a combination of DCV, lemongrass, lemon juice, ginger, coconut palm sugar and soda water.  This was paired with a delicious piece of painted tuna with lobster cremini ravioli and red Thai curry sauced.  Heaven!

Lastly (and sadly), we concluded the night with a Seasons 52 Indulgences platter, an assortment of mini decadent desserts that included treats from Chocolate Peanut butter Mousse to Key Lime Pie, Mocha Macchiato, Pecan Pie with Vanilla Mousse, Seasonal Fruit Cheesecake, Belgian Chocolate Rocky Road and market fresh fruits served (guilty-free) in cute, small shot-size glasses. These were paired with a DCV Mocha Indulgence drink which consisted of a shot of DCV, agave syrup, fresh espresso, warm milk foam, all served in a dark chocolate cup (literally a cup made out of dark chocolate) with cinnamon dust. Needless to say, I was a very happy guest.

A big, Thank You, to Seasons 52, Field Sales Manager, Denise Erwin, Florida Sales Manager of Double Cross Vodka, Marita Leonard, Mixologist and creator of Edible Drink, Cricket Nelson, and of course, my wonderful friend, Gloria Burns of Community Newspaper for the kind invitation.

For more information: www.doublecrossvodka.com

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Dranoff International 2 Piano Competition 5/16/13

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Dranoff International 2 Piano Competition
dranoffThursday, May 16, 2013 at 7:00pm
Gusman Concert Hall-University of Miami
1314 Miller Drive
Coral Gables, Florida USA
Buy Tickets Online

Program includes:
Francis Poulenc, Concerto for 2 Pianos and Orchestra in D minor, Op. 61
Victor Babin, Concerto No. 2 for 2 Pianos and Orchestra
Gabriela Lena Frank, New commission, Best Performance, World Premiere
Shelton Berg, “Martha and Mary Meditation”, Best Performance
Jerome Moross, “The Last Judgement”, Best Performance

Following the performances and awards, join us at the Coral Gables Museum for the gala celebrating our winners and participants!
VIP ticket required and available through Shoppping Cart.
VIP Ticket includes the week’s Semifinals pass
And an assigned VIP seat
And the reception at the Coral Gables Museum Courtyard
Coral Gables Museum
285 Aragon Avenue
Coral Gables, FL 33143

GableStage at the Biltmore Presents Cock 5/18/13 – 6/16/13

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GableStage at the Biltmore Presents Cock
cockMay 18 thru June 16
Performances:  Thursday, Friday, Saturday @ 8pm, Sunday @ 2pm & 7pm
(No 7pm performance on Sunday, May 19)
GableStage at the Biltmore Hotel
1200 Anastasia Avenue
Coral Gables, FL 33134

Valet parking is available.
Free parking is available in the Biltmore parking area west of the hotel.

The Southeastern Premiere of a provocatively titled play about an unlikely love triangle

by Mike Bartlett
with
Julie Kleiner, Ryan Didato, Peter Galman and Nicholas Richberg
Directed by Joseph Adler
When John takes a break from his boyfriend, he accidentally meets the girl of his dreams. A playful, candid look at one man’s sexuality and the difficulties that arise when you realize you have a choice.

Coral Gables Community Foundation Mad Hatter Happy Hour 5/22/13

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Coral Gables Community Foundation Mad Hatter Happy Hour
tarponWednesday, May 22, 2013, 6:00pm until 8:00pm
Tarpon Bend | Coral Gables
65 Miracle Mile
Coral Gables, Florida 33134

Join us for our annual Mad Hatter Happy Hour at TARPON BEND (65 Miracle Mile) and enjoy complimentary wine, soda, and hors d’oeuvres. Cash Bar for other drinks. First, Second, and Third Place prizes will be given for Best Hat. We will be outside (weather permitting). See you there!

Marchio Ospitalita’ Italiana Award Ceremony 5/8/13

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Marchio Ospitalita’ Italiana Award Ceremony
ospitalitaMay 8, 2013 at 6.00 pm
Mia Cucina
105-107 Miracle Mile
Coral Gables
More Info

RSVP by Monday, May 6th at rsvp@iacc-miami.com , with your name and contact information
Members: Free (+ 3 guests)
Non Members: 20$
How to pay:
– Call us at (305) 577-9868 providing your credit card information;
– Click Here to pay with Paypal.
Please note that due to the limited space at the venue we will not accept payments at the door.

Come and join us for the consignment of the seal and certificate to the 11 selected restaurants in Miami, winners of the prestigious Q seal. The awards will be given by Italy’s Ambassador to the U.S., Hon. Claudio Bisogniero and by Hon. Adolfo Barattolo, Consul General of Italy in Miami.
 
An Italian food & wine extravaganza will follow the ceremony to celebrate the best of our culinary tradition. 
 
Unioncamere (the Association of Italian Chambers of Commerce) with the support of the Italian government, have constituted the certification " Marchio Ospitalita’ Italiana – Ristoranti Italiani nel Mondo" – a seal of quality that is conferred annually to authentic Italian restaurants around the world. A cocktail reception will follow the ceremony.

FACC Annual Gala 2013 5/16/13

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FACC Annual Gala 2013
faccThursday May 16, 2013
Biltmore Hotel
1200 Anastasia Ave
Coral Gables, FL 33134
Registration starts at 6:30 PM

FACC Members $160 Non Members $180
Tickets Sale closes on May 10, 2013
No Walk-In the day of the event, pre-registration only
Purchase Individual Tickets
Table Info

Come celebrate the 30th anniversary of the FACC
Champagne, Raffles, Music, Awards  & Live Amazing Auctions
 
If you have any questions, please contact us at 305-374-5000 or at gala@faccmiami.com

FCAAC Celebrates Upgraded Coral Gables Center with Community Open House 5/16/13

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FCAAC Celebrates Upgraded Coral Gables Center with Community Open House
fcaacThursday, May 16, 2013, 12 – 2 p.m.
Florida Center For Allergy & Asthma Care
475 Biltmore Way Suite 311
Coral Gables, FL 33134
For more information, visit www.florida-allergy.com  or call 1-877-425-5374.

Florida Center For Allergy & Asthma Care will be hosting a special community open house event to celebrate the relocation of their Coral Gables center. The event is free and open to the public and includes lunch, several $25 VISA Gift Card raffles and giveaways. Dr. Frank J. Martell will be on hand to greet guests and answer questions.

“I am very excited about our new office. The layout at the new location allows us to provide better care to our patients,” stated Frank J. Martell, M.D.

Florida Center For Allergy & Asthma Care has been in business for more than 38 years and has board certified physicians with extensive experience in treating both adults and children. FCAAC has 18 centers throughout South Florida, serving communities in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties. The Centers specialize in the testing and treatment of adults and children who suffer from allergies, asthma and other disorders of the immune system. Among the most common allergies treated are allergic skin diseases, food, drug and pet allergies. Florida Center For Allergy & Asthma Care Research conducts clinical trials on new medications. The goal of the FCAAC team is to provide professional and quality care resulting in total patient satisfaction.

First Friday Cernuda Arte 5/3/13

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First Friday at Cernuda Arte
cernudaMay 3, 2013, 7:00 – 10:00 p.m.
Cernuda Arte
3155 Ponce de Leon Blvd.
Coral Gables, FL 33134
www.cernudaarte.com

Cernuda Arte announces the Opening of Wifredo Lam and The Cuban Avant-Garde: Fifty Years of Art 
Opening Reception First Friday – Gallery Night
 
Wifredo Lam and The Cuban Avant-Garde: Fifty Years of Art presents a revealing selection of over forty-five paintings, works on paper and sculptures by artists such as, Wifredo Lam, Víctor Manuel, Abela Carlos Enríquez, Amelia, Carreño, Portocarrero, Ponce, Escobedo, Cundo, Mariano, Luis Martínez Pedro, Gattorno, Arístides Fernández Vázquez, Arche, Ravenet, Diago, Milián, Felipe Orlando, Mijares.
 
Highlighted above are two exemplary works by renowned painter Amelia Peláez.
Left: Amelia Peláez, Interior with Balcony, 1947, 
mixed media on heavy paper laid down on board, 22 x 30 inches
Right: Amelia Peláez, Interior with Columns, 1947, 
oil on heavy paper laid down on canvas, 21 x 27 inches

Fine Arts Concert Series 5/25/13

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Fine Arts Concert Series
Saturday, 05/25/2013, 07:30 pm –
carl-allenWDNA Jazz Gallery
2921 Coral Way,
Miami, Florida 33145
Webpage Link

Two renowned artists come together in this Fine Arts Concert. Drummer and educator at The Julliard School, Carl Allen performs, and visual artist Berry Van Boekel will feature works from his collection.
Complimentary wine and food will be available.
$50.00 General Admission
$25.00 Member Admission

Marchio Ospitalita’ Italiana – Seal Award Ceremony 5/8/13

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Marchio Ospitalita’ Italiana – Seal Award Ceremony
Wednesday, 05/08/2013, 06:00 pm – 08:00 pm
Marchio-OspitalitaMia Cucina Showroom
105-107 Miracle Mile,
Coral Gables , Florida 33134
Webpage Link

Marchio Ospitalita’ Italiana – Seal Award Ceremony

May 8, 2013 at 6.00 pm
at Mia Cucina, 105-107 Miracle Mile , Coral Gables

Come and join us for the consignment of the seal and certificate to the 11 selected restaurants in Miami, winners of the prestigious Q seal. The awards will be given by Italy’s Ambassador to the U.S., Hon. Claudio Bisogniero and by Hon. Adolfo Barattolo, Consul General of Italy in Miami.

An Italian food & wine extravaganza will follow the ceremony to celebrate the best of our culinary tradition.

Unioncamere (the Association of Italian Chambers of Commerce) with the support of the Italian government, have constituted the certification ” Marchio Ospitalita’ Italiana – Ristoranti Italiani nel Mondo” – a seal of quality that is conferred annually to authentic Italian restaurants around the world. A cocktail reception will follow the ceremony.

For more information about the “Marchio Ospitalita’ Italiana Award”, please clik “HERE”.

RSVP by Monday, May 6th at rsvp@iacc-miami.com, with your name and contact information
Members: Free (+ 3 guests)
Non Members: 20$

How to pay:
– Call us at (305) 577-9868 providing your credit card information;
– Send us a check payable to “Italy-America Chamber of Commerce Southeast” at our address (see below).
– Click the button and pay with Paypal.

Please note that due to the limited space at the venue we will not accept payments at the door.

Miami Museum Month 2013 Launch 5/1/13

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Miami Museum Month 2013 Launch
miamimuseummonthWednesday, May 1, 2013, 6:00 p.m.
Coral Gables Museum
285 Aragon Ave.
Coral Gables, FL
To register, click here.

Please join the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau as we release our second edition of the Miami Heritage Guide and we launch Miami Museum Month 2013. The event takes place May 1, 2013 at 6 p.m. at the Coral Gables Museum (285 Aragon Avenue). Come network and enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres in this beautiful historic space! Space is limited so please RSVP today.

In The Now @ Village of Merrick Park 5/4/13

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In The Now @ Village of Merrick Park
Sunday, 05/04/2013, 12:00 pm – 05:00 pm
In-the-NowVillage of Merrick Park
358 San Lorenzo Ave. Suite 3000 ,
Coral Gables, Florida 33146
More Info Link

Village of Merrick Park announces the center’s first annual fashion event, designed to introduce fashionistas to the latest collections, while raising funds for charity. The event will include a special appearance by Nigel Barker, celebrity fashion photographer and former America’s Next Top Model judge. Barker will unveil his latest photo exhibition RAW: Presented by Rock Paper Photo, with 10% of sales going to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

Trivia Night 5/30/13

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Trivia Night
Thursday, 05/30/2013, 08:00 pm – 10:00 pm
trivia7Pao Town
2624 Ponce De Leon,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Facebook Link

Join us at Pao Town for Trivia with Evan and treat yourself to our amazing menu items and drink specials. First place wins a $25 gift card and second place wins a free pitcher. Like us on facebook and find our post including one giveaway answer for tonights game! Gun Bae & Good Luck!!

Trivia Night 5/9/13

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Trivia Night
Thursday, 05/09/2013, 08:00 pm – 10:00 pm
trivia6Pao Town
2624 Ponce De Leon,
Coral Gables, Florida 33141
Facebook Link

Join us at Pao Town for Trivia with Evan and treat yourself to our amazing menu items and drink specials. First place wins a $25 gift card and second place wins a free pitcher. Like us on facebook and find our post including one giveaway answer for tonights game! Gun Bae & Good Luck!!

Trivia Night 5/23/13

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Trivia Night
Thursday, 05/23/2013, 08:00 pm – 10:00 pm
trivia4Pao Town
2624 Ponce De Leon,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Facebook Link

Join us at Pao Town for Trivia with Evan and treat yourself to our amazing menu items and drink specials. First place wins a $25 gift card and second place wins a free pitcher. Like us on facebook and find our post including one giveaway answer for tonights game! Gun Bae & Good Luck!!

Trivia Night 5/16/13

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Trivia Night
Sunday, 05/16/2013, 08:00 pm – 10:00 pm
trivia3Pao Town
2624 Ponce De Leon,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Facebook Link

Join us at Pao Town for Trivia with Evan and treat yourself to our amazing menu items and drink specials. First place wins a $25 gift card and second place wins a free pitcher. Like us on facebook and find our post including one giveaway answer for tonights game! Gun Bae & Good Luck!!

Trivia Night 5/2/13

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Trivia Night
Thursday, 05/02/2013, 08:00 pm – 10:00 pm
triviaPao Town
2624 Ponce De Leon ,
Coral Gables, Florida 33141
Facebook Link

Join us at Pao Town for Trivia with Evan and treat yourself to our amazing menu items and drink specials. First place wins a $25 gift card and second place wins a free pitcher. Like us on facebook and find our post including one giveaway answer for tonights game! Gun Bae & Good Luck!!

Photographs of Miami Rum Renaissance Festival VIP Events at Bacardi Headquarters and The Regent Cocktail Club on 4/18/13

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Miami Rum Renaissance Festival VIP Event’s at Bacardi Headquarters Penthouse & The Regent Cocktail Club at The Gale Hotel on Thursdasy, April 18, 2013.  The sponsored rum was Bacardi and at The Regent Cocktail Club was Cana Brava.

The Grand Tasting starts Saturday and if you have not been you really should check out it out, this year it is at Doubletree by Hilton at the Miami Airport Convention Center.  You will be able to sample more than 200 fine rums from all of the world.  Hope to see you there.

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Culture Your Canine 5/2/13

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Culture Your Canine
Sunday, 05/02/2013, 06:00 pm – 10:00 pm
CULTURE-YOUR-CANINE-evite-finalShowrooms of Fine Line Furniture and Accessories, Filomena Fernandez Clothing Boutique, The Americas Collection Fine Arts Gallery, and Gallilani
4217 and 4213 Ponce De Leon Blvd, ,
Coral Gables, Florida 33146
Webpage Link

If you think that your furry friend needs a bit of culture in his/her life, here’s your chance to make it happen. You and your four-legged friend can attend a one-of-a-kind shopping and cultural experience when you attend CULTURE YOUR CANINE on Thursday, May 2 in Coral Gables benefiting the animals at the Humane Society of Greater Miami. (Note: Only well behaved, vaccinated, and leashed dogs are invited.)
Guests will browse the wonderful selection of items available at Fine Line Furniture and Accessories, Filomena Fernandez Clothing Boutique, The Americas Collection Fine Arts Gallery, and Gallilani, all located at 4217 and 4213 Ponce De Leon Boulevard. Each showroom will provide music, drinks and light bites. Cocktails courtesy of GREY GOOSE Vodka. There will also be a fabulous silent auction and raffle.
There is a $15 fee at the door and 15% of all sales made that evening will benefit the organization as well. Sponsors include: Art Work Partners, Brown Design, Epi-Pet, Eppa Sangria, Filomena Fernandez FineLine, Gallilani, Grey Goose, Perry Ellis International, Planet Beach, Rocky Patel Cigars, Sea Dream Yatch Club, SideWalk Salads, Sotheby’s, The Americas Collection, The Collection, and the Victor Hotel.
RSVP to RSVP@Fineline.us. Visit www.humanesocietymiami.org to pre-register

ActionCLUB Group Coaching – 16 Week Program 4/25/13

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ActionCLUB Group Coaching – 16 Week Program
Thursday, 04/25/2013, 07:00 pm – 09:30 pm
The Offices at the Biltmore Hotel
1200 Anastasia Ave, Suite 100,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Webpage Link

ActionCLUB is an amazing 16 week program…

Full investment for ActionCLUB is just $2,995, or you can use one of our easy payment plans.

Here’s how it works…

It’s 8 evening sessions on everything from setting your goals and vision right through to team building, marketing, sales and many of the basic fundamentals you need to get your business really moving. It’s far more educational and really focused on you learning what you can do today to get your business moving…

RSVP: http://www.actioncoachteamsage.com/events/2013/04/25/group-coaching/actionclub-group-coaching/
Price: $2,995.00
Contact: Victoria Alce at 305-285-9264

Galleria Ca’d’oro and Icon Brickell Present A Night Celebrating the Best of European Art in Miami Reception 4/20/13

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Galleria Ca’d’oro and Icon Brickell Present A Night Celebrating the Best of European Art in Miami Reception
Saturday, April 20th, 2013 From 6pm-8pm
Miami_Newsletter.032Galleria Ca’d’oro | Miami
Village of Merrick Park
Suite 1505 – Ground Floor
358 San Lorenzo Avenue
Coral Gables, FL 33146
www.ca-doro.com

The exhibition will be on display until April 25th, 2013. For more information or to rsvp for the opening reception please send an email to info@ca-doro.com.

From Europe to Miami, Galleria Ca’d’Oro in collaboration with Icon Brickell, present the best selection of world-renowned artists under one roof on Saturday, April 20th, 2013 from 6pm-8pm at Galleria Ca’d’Oro’s ground floor gallery at the Village of Merrick Park – 358 San Lorenzo Avenue, Suite 1505, Coral Gables.

The exhibition highlights the works of Spanish surrealist Salvador Dalí, the environmentally conscious Cracking Art Group (creators of the iconic pink snails), costume and set designer Ewa Bathelier, eco-friendly artist Erika Calesini, Renzo Nucara, William Sweetlove, Gloria Sesana, Enzo Carnebianca, Ivan Lardschneider and CamBio, among other members of the Ca’d’Oro family exhibited at the gallery.

Featuring over 50 works of art, the exhibition spans from sculptures to paintings. Artist Ewa Bathalier, born in Varsavia, paints large dresses and ballet tutus, transmitting a sense of elegance and timeless fashion, sublimed by a fine minimalism. Her works of art are exhibited in galleries and collections around the world: Paris, Strasburg, Houston, New York, Los Angeles and in prestigious public places, as the Opera, the Citè de la Musique and the Danse in Strasburg. Erika Calesini, the Italian artist with a passion for finding bicycles in the metal collections points; pulls them away from their destiny by offering them eternity by transforming them into pieces of art. The bicycles become paintings, lamps, furniture and anything else that the passion for these objects lets create.

William Sweetlove, born in Belgium, proposes us to re-examine the future and the environment with his colorful toy-like dog sculptures, wearing tiny boots and water bottles, frogs, and giant crocodiles with backpacks and water bottles made out of recyclable resin, plastic, and aluminum. He thrives on the superficial, placing it in razor-sharp contrast to the sententious. Through a number of variations on the same theme he creates friction between the artificial and the substantial, completely obliterating the boundaries between toy and work of art. Sweetlove belongs to the artists’ collective, Cracking Art Group, which consists of six European artists, based in Northern Italy. Together they create colorful larger than life animal sculptures (rabbits, frogs, snails, turtles, dolphins) made out recyclable plastic to bring environmental awareness into the consciousness of society. Active and frequent participants in art events and exhibitions over more than a decade, Cracking Art Group is perhaps best known for their outdoor installations around the world. Their most recent exhibition in Miami was FOReverglades where giant alligators crawled up and down the MDC Museum of Art + Design (also known as the historic Freedom Tower), during Art Week Miami 2012.

Each artist in this group exhibition brings a unique and fresh perspective on European contemporary art. "Icon Brickell is truly one of the masterpieces of Miami`s new skyline design and architecture; for everyone who resides or visits Icon Brickell, art is everywhere around you at this wonderful building.” says Gloria Porcella, co-owner of Galleria Ca’d’Oro. “In partnering with world famous Italian art gallery Ca’d’Oro for an exclusive resident’s event, Icon Brickell is opening its doors and welcoming European art to one of Miami’s finest addresses."

Young Talent Big Dreams Presented by The Children’s Trust 4/20/13

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Young Talent Big Dreams Presented by The Children’s Trust
youngSaturday, April 20 at 7 p.m.
Actors’ Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre
280 Miracle Mile
Coral Gables, FL 33134
Open to the Public, Tickets Available for $10
For more information, visit www.actorsplayhouse.org or call 211. To learn more about The Children’s Trust, please visit www.thechildrenstrust.org.

Actors’ Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre, together with presenting sponsor, The Children’s Trust, will culminate Young Talent Big Dreams, the most widespread local youth talent contest in Miami-Dade County history, with the semifinal and final competitions for student performers ages 8-17.
 
The competition features a total of eight categories: individual song, dance, original spoken word, musical instrument and original composition; and group categories (six or fewer members): dance, vocal/instrumental and instrumental. Over six months, hundreds of contestants attended the seven auditions held in distinct neighborhoods throughout the county. Participation was free, but limited to residents of Miami-Dade County. In each category, participants compete for prizes ranging from free master classes with industry leaders and performance opportunities, to cash awards, and tickets to local attractions and professional performances.
 
A special grand prize also will be awarded to the overall winner if from a musical category: a recording studio session and professionally produced song for each act with the renowned multi-award winning producer and musician Paul Fakhourie, who has produced Eric Clapton; Stephen, Damian and Ziggy Marley; and Lauren Hill, just to name a few. Fakhourie’s production and musical arrangement contributed to the success of the album “The Miseducation of Lauren Hill,” which garnered 10 Grammy nominations and won five Grammy Awards.
 
The grand prize winner also will receive $500 cash; individual first place winners receive $250; and first place group winners will receive $50 each up to $300 for a group of six. Each winner will also receive a 2013-14 Actors’ Playhouse Flexible Anytime Subscription for two (valued at $558), headshots courtesy of Alberto Romeu Photography and the winner of the dance category will also receive a Thomas Armour Youth Ballet Unlimited Scholarship to the Ballet Conservatory.
 
The Semi-Finals and Finals take place before a live audience. Each act was allotted up to one minute during their audition performance and will be given two minutes for the final-round performance. Contestants in each performance category from each audition location will compete in the semifinals, and three contestants in each category in the semifinals will advance to the finals. A winner in each category and an overall winner will ultimately be selected.

The judges for the finals on April 20 will be: David Arisco, Actors’ Playhouse Artistic Director; Howard Cohen, Miami Herald Columnist; Natalie Lewis, Executive Director of PATH, Inc./Musician, Spoken Word Artist, and Jodie Langel, Broadway Actor/Singer/Author.

“We initiated this outstanding youth program three years ago with the support of The Children’s Trust, to inspire and motivate children of all diversity and backgrounds to reach their goals by expressing themselves through the arts and their individual talent. The program has proven to be very successful with each and every contestant gaining confidence to explore opportunities to develop a career in the arts,” stated Barbara S. Stein, Actors’ Playhouse executive producing director.

Acupuncture Centers Of South Florida Grand Opening and Networker 4/17/13

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Acupuncture Centers Of South Florida Grand Opening and Networker!
acupunctureWednesday April 17th, 2013 from 530pm-830pm
Acupuncture Centers of South Florida!
430 S. Dixie Highway, Suite 211
Coral Gables, FL 33146
 
RSVP Online

This is a FREE event!
 
It will be an evening filled with awesom networking and a unique opportunity to come experience what  Acupuncture Centers of South Florida has to offer!
Be sure to connect with Acupuncture Centers of South Florida!
A VERY special Ribbon Cutting Ceremony will take place at 6pm with City of Coral Gables Mayor, Jim Cason!

Photographs of Ikura Sushi Lounge in Coral Gables by Mr Q 305

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This is probably one of the coolest tables in the Gables.

If you enjoy dining out, you always dream about discovering a restaurant that no one else knows about. In Japan there is a long standing tradition where tiny hard-to-spot restaurant names are whispered only to very good friends and respected business associates.

Ikura Sushi Lounge, an eleven table gem on Giralda’s restaurant row where sushi becomes just a point of departure on a journey that aims to combine tastes and textures that you never dreamed were possible, is such a place.

Chef Chris Rojas is your guide of this culinary adventure which can begin with Kanikama Crunch, a house favorite. This crunchy salad has crab, tempura flakes, yuzu tobiko, scallions, sesame seeds all held together with spicy mayo and finished with drops of honey on top. Now think for a moment, there is the unmistakable taste of seafood which is made crunchy by the the tempura flakes then the salty, smoky, citrus flavor of the yuzu tobiko (flying fish roe), the mildly pungent fresh taste of the scallions, the nutty flavor of the sesame seeds, the spicy touch of the mayo and if all that wasn’t enough the sweetness of honey; your taste buds are saying: “It’s party time!”

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Chef Chris Rojas uses his classical Cordon Bleu training to create incredible dishes.

Another favorite, the Green Apple Roll is a combination of shrimp tempura with eel sauce on the bottom, coated with green masago, roasted jalapeño, garlic and cilantro sauce, red tobiko, avocado and cream cheese all with a little bit of yuzu on top.This combination’s taste was unique and had a finish as lingering as that of any fine single malt Scotch.

Chef Rojas’ classical Cordon Bleu training is evident in his selection of sauces, textures and presentation. Any of these rolls conveys the taste of an entire meal. Chef Rojas manages to pack quite a punch in a very small bite.

Manager/owner Jesus Diaz’s love for sushi  drove him to open Ikura about four months ago. Ikura is quaint and intimate but it also boasts one coolest tables in the Gables, you actually get to seat at the viewing window, on display for all the world to see. For those of you whose Instagram feed contains more than 50% selfies this table must be hedonistic bliss.

Ikura is one of those places that will become a must for anybody wanting to experience what is possible when a team of young individuals embark on a mission of gastronomic discovery and while your taste buds are enjoying the party, your brain is trying to register and make sense of it all… then you realize that sometimes you can’t make sense out of pleasure…you just have to enjoy the ride.

Ikura Sushi Lounge

143 Giralda Avenue

Coral Gables, FL 33134

(305) 814-5872

 

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Fairchild Palms “Roaring Gatsby” Garden Party 4/26/13

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Fairchild Palms “Roaring Gatsby” Garden Party
Saturday, 04/26/2013, 07:00 pm – 11:00 pm
roaringgatsby2Fairchild Tropical Botanical Gardens
10901 Old Cutler Road,
Coral Gables, Florida 33156
RSVP Link

Fairchild Palms, the nonprofit young professionals group of Fairchild Tropical Botanical Gardens, will celebrate a night of glitz and revelry of the twenties by hosting a “Roaring Gatsby” Garden Party amidst a lush backdrop, paying tribute to the razzle dazzle, old fashioned glamour of the era.

The annual fundraiser event, in an indoor/outdoor setting, will gather 300 successful, young professionals and will be one of the most unique garden parties of the season. Guests will enjoy great music by Rocky Sofi, savory hors d’oeuvres by GB Catering, decadent sweets and lavish cocktails presented by Tito’s Handmade Vodka. Lead sponsor is Latin American Agribusiness Development Bank (LAAD).

Attire is casual chic with 1920’s glamour

Building A Better Board Workshop 4/17/13

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Building A Better Board Workshop
Wednesday, 04/17/2013, 05:00 pm – 08:30 pm
building-a-better-board-4-17-13-website-homepageCAS Gallery University of Miami
1210 Stanford Drive ,
Coral Gables , Florida 33146
Webpage Link

Don’t leave your NEW board members in cyber space.
Learn How You Can Maximize A Powerful New Networking Resource
ARTS BOARD MATCH is an engaging interactive website designed to help you recruit new Board members and better manage your existing board. It’s like a Match Up social network for arts leadership.  Developed by the Arts & Business Council the ARTS BOARD MATCH site showcases your organization to hundreds of top professionals from the corporate and private sectors looking to “match up” with the right group and give back through board participation.
It’s like a dating website but for board matches and It’s the dynamic new resource you cannot ignore!

High Heels High Places 4/21/13

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High Heels High Places
Sunday, 04/21/2013, 06:00 pm – 09:00 pm
highheelshighplaces4_jpg-copy1Burger Bobs
2001 Granada Blvd.,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
RSVP Link

High Heels High Places is a networking event designed to gather female professionals and entrepreneurs for an evening of empowerment. From academia and politics to fashion and Corporate America, join us for an evening to connect with South Florida’s leading ladies in a relaxed atmosphere. The event will also feature a locally recognized and noteworthy guest speakers.

Complimentary cocktails

ATTENDEES MUST RSVP HHHPEVENT@GMAIL.COM

UM Frost Opera Theater Premieres Entanglements at the Lowe Art Museum 4/18/13-4/21/13

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UM Frost Opera Theater Premieres "Entanglements" at the Lowe Art Museum
Thursday, April 18 at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, April 20 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, April 21 at 4 p.m.
The Lowe Art Museum
1301 Stanford Drive
Coral Gables.

General admission is $10. Admission is free for all UM students, faculty and staff, as well as for Lowe members.

The  University of Miami Frost School of Music announces a new opera by composer Charles Norman Mason, entitled Entanglements, that examines the types of personal, family, work and political relationships that can evolve and entwine over time. The opera will be staged in five different galleries throughout the Lowe Art Museum.

“Since scenes are occurring simultaneously, a one hour performance is actually four hours of music,” Mason explains. “If the scenes were presented sequentially, it would be a Wagnerian-length opera, but since five scenes occur simultaneously, it only lasts an hour or two, depending on how much the audience chooses to experience.”

Dr. Charles Norman Mason often composes works that have a parallel with architecture or a physical space, or that affect the flow of people through time and space. Mason has written a number of pieces contemplating what it means to take into consideration the architectural space within which the work will appear.

With a run time of approximately two hours, the audience may choose to experience the scenes in any order they wish (and for as long as they wish), much like the types of non-linear interactions that occur on social media sites. Surfing or skipping scenes is allowed — and even encouraged — providing each audience member with a unique narrative experience.

Frost School of Music students from the Department of Vocal Performance will perform all roles. All artists, schedules, times and locations are subject to change without notice. Refer to the Frost School of Music website or the  Lowe website for the most current event information.

Mad for Moms First Annual Shopping Event 4/13/13

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Mad for Moms First Annual Shopping Event
Saturday, 04/13/2013, 10:00 am –
Village of Merrick Park
357 San Lorenzo Ave,
Miami, Florida 33146
Webpage Link

Mothers, daughters, wives and friends will have the opportunity to enjoy delicious bites, shop special sales and win fabulous door prizes. Proceeds from the event will benefit Doctors Hospital of Coral Gables. The scheduled events for the day are as follows:

• 10:00 a.m.: Breakfast at Tiffany’s – Featuring a talk on Tiffany’s 175th Anniversary
• 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.: Williams-Sonoma Presentation – Chef Cici Cavalcante presents a refreshing juicing demonstration with the season’s freshest produce
• 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.: Mommy and Me Photos at Boy Meets Girl
• 2:00 p.m.: Neiman Marcus Fashion Show – Level Two “Dress Collections”(Reserved seating with RSVP)
• 5:00 p.m.: Happy Hour at H. Stern – Featuring live door prize drawing of the spectacular Highlights Pendant (Space is limited)

Participating stores include 120% Lino, Adolfo Dominguez, Agent Provocateur, Ann Taylor, Azzurro, Banana Republic, Boy Meets Girl, Cache, Carlo Pazolini, C’est Bon Café, CRAVE, Elemis, Emilio Robba, Gymboree, H. Stern, J. Crew Juicy Couture, La Perla, Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, Pottery Barn, SAWA, Tiffany & Co., Tommy Bahama, Tourneau, Villagio and Williams-Sonoma. All ages are welcome to participate in the day’s events. Please RSVP to TereA@baptisthealth.net or call (786) 308-3578.

A Touch of Art 5/5/13

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A Touch of Art
Sunday, 05/05/2013, 03:00 pm – 06:00 pm
A-Touch-Of-Art-Logo_purpleFairchild Tropical Botanic Garden
www.fairchildgarden.org,
10901 Old Cutler Rd, Florida 33156
Webpage Link

Experience our FREE interactive art event at the beautiful Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden on Sunday, May 5th from 3-6pm. See below for highlights of the event and view our event commercial online.
-Enjoy watching art created live by established Miami artists.
-Purchase art created by the children and youth in our programs at TML.
-Find the perfect piece to add to your collection in our Professional Art Gallery.
-Relax in the beauty of the garden and enjoy a yummy treat at our Dessert Bar.
-Enjoy a performance by TML’s very own dance troupe!
-Explore the large variety of items in our Silent Auction.
-Purchase a one-of-a-kind artistic plate by an established artist through our project Art that Feeds.
-Take a turn with the paintbrush in our Be Your Own Artist sessions for children and adults led by professional artists and take home your very own work of art on canvas! Save Your Spot for our “Be Your Own Artist Sessions” online at www.a-touch-of-art.org

LoweDown Happy Hour 4/4/13

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LoweDown Happy Hour
Thursday, 04/04/2013, 07:00 pm – 09:00 pm
April4_13Lowe Art Museum
1301 Stanford Drive,
Coral Gables, Florida 33124-6310
Webpage Link

Join us at the LoweDown Happy Hour in Celebrating Earth Day!

Don’t miss a guided tour of Terrestrial Paradises: Imagery from the Voyages of Captain Cook, by Kara Schneiderman, LAM Assistant Director.
Enjoy healthy treats from Cabot Cheese, PopChips, with cocktails generously provided Bacardi. Beverages by Vitamin Water Zero.
LoweDowns happen every first friday of the month right here at the University of Miami Coral Gables Campus. Ask at the front desk how you can become a member and receive unlimited access to LoweDowns and other special events and discounts.

$10 Admission; Free for Lowe Members

-2 cocktails per admission, proof of ID required

Trivia Night 4/4/13

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Trivia Night
Thursday, 04/04/2013, 08:00 pm – 10:00 pm
trivia4Pao Town
2624 Ponce de Leon,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Facebook Link

Join us at Pao Town for Trivia with Evan and treat yourself to our amazing menu items and drink specials. First place wins a $25 gift card and second place wins a free pitcher. Like us on facebook and find our post including one giveaway answer for tonights game! Gun Bae & Good Luck!!

Trivia Night 4/10/13

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Trivia Night
Thursday, 04/11/2013, 08:00 pm – 10:00 pm
trivia5Pao Town
2624 Ponce de Leon,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Facebook Link

Join us at Pao Town for Trivia with Evan and treat yourself to our amazing menu items and drink specials. First place wins a $25 gift card and second place wins a free pitcher. Like us on facebook and find our post including one giveaway answer for tonights game! Gun Bae & Good Luck!!

Trivia Night 4/18/13

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Trivia Night
Thursday, 04/18/2013, 08:00 pm – 10:00 pm
trivia7Pao Town
2624 Ponce de Leon,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Facebook Link

Join us at Pao Town for Trivia with Evan and treat yourself to our amazing menu items and drink specials. First place wins a $25 gift card and second place wins a free pitcher. Like us on facebook and find our post including one giveaway answer for tonights game! Gun Bae & Good Luck!!

Trivia Night 4/25/13

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Trivia Night
Thursday, 04/25/2013, 08:00 pm – 10:00 pm
trivia8Pao Town
2624 Ponce de Leon,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Facebook Link

Join us at Pao Town for Trivia with Evan and treat yourself to our amazing menu items and drink specials. First place wins a $25 gift card and second place wins a free pitcher. Like us on facebook and find our post including one giveaway answer for tonights game! Gun Bae & Good Luck!!

The MCGS presents world renowned classical guitarist David Russell in Concert 4/20/13

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The MCGS presents world renowned classical guitarist David Russell in Concert
Saturday, 04/20/2013, 08:00 pm –
MCGS_DAVID_RUSSELL_Concert_2013_cropSaint Philip’s Episcopal Church
1121 Andalusia Avenue,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Webpage Link

The Miami Classical Guitar Society is very proud to present the final Concert of our 25th Anniversary Season, featuring one of the most renowned, iconic classical guitarists in the world, Scottish/Spanish guitarist David Russell!

David Russell certainly needs no introduction. The legendary, internationally acclaimed GRAMMY award-winning guitarist has had a phenomenal performing and recording career and is reaching for new heights with his recent Baroque album. No matter the genre, David’s interpretations serve as references for all who wish to be more complete guitarists, as he occupies a unique position of universal respect and admiration among amateurs and professionals alike. Concert-goers and musical critics alike are amazed by his musical genius and captivating stage presence. His seemingly effortless performances are highlighted by great attention to detail and provocative lyrical phrasing, suggesting an innate understanding of what each individual composer was working to achieve and bringing to each piece an unparalleled sense of adventure. A past winner of virtually every international guitar competition, Mr. Russell is an esteemed Fellow of The Royal Academy of Music in London and in 2003 was awarded the Medal of Honor of the Conservatory of the Balearics and named an “adopted son” of Es Migjorn, the town of his upbringing in Menorca, Spain.

“In the realm of classical guitar, there is a small handful of luminaries whose concerts and recordings have earned them international stature…Scottish-born guitarist David Russell is one of these rare performing artists who has garnered favor with audiences, guitar aficionados, music critics and concert presenters around the world.” -Acoustic Guitar Magazine.

This is the third time the MCGS brings Russell to perform in Miami, and we are honored that he will be here to celebrate this anniversary with us! Don’t miss this opportunity to see Maestro Russell in Concert!

Concert Date:
Saturday, April 20, 2013 at 8:00 PM

Location:
Saint Philips Episcopal Church
1121 Andalusia Avenue; Coral Gables, FL 33134

Tickets:
$25 general admission at the door, ($20 members/seniors/students with ID). Children under 12 are free. No Reservations needed. Buy tickets online at www.miamiguitar.org

Masterclass:
Russell will also be offering a master class open to the public. Please visit our website for more details.

2013 Candidate Forum 3/26/13

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2013 Candidate Forum
Tuesday, 03/26/2013, 06:00 pm – 09:30 pm
8455785301_f619a10047Bank United Center; University of Miami Fieldhouse
1245 Dauer Drive,
Miami, Florida 33136
Webpage Link

Ask the candidates some of your most pressing questions at the 2013 Candidate Forum. Light refreshments will be served.
Phone: 305-446-1657

Mayoral Candidates:
James C. Cason
Rafael ‘Ralph’ Cabrera

City Commission:
Marlin Holland Ebbert
Ross Hancock
Vicente Carlos Lago
Patricia A. Keon
P.J. Miller
Mary Martin Young
Norman Anthony Newell

ActionCoach 6 Steps to Massive Results 4/2/13

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ActionCoach 6 Steps to Massive Results
Tuesday, 04/02/2013, 05:30 pm – 07:30 pm
6-Steps-business-coaching-strategic-planning-support-marketingThe Offices at the Biltmore Hotel ActionCOACH business coaching
1200 Anastasia Ave, Suite 100,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Webpage Link

Learn How to Make Your Business Work So That You Don’t Have To!

What if you could navigate those “waters” easier and more profitably than ever?
What if you were armed with the knowledge more wealth is created during an economic “down turn” than is ever made in a “boom”? What if you had historical insight that most “recessions” over the last 150 years lasted only 15-months while expansions lasted more than 60-months? What if 2 hours out of your busy schedule could transform the way you view your business forever?

Price: $29.95
RSVP: http://www.actioncoachteamsage.com/events/2013/04/02/seminars/6-steps-to-massive-results/

Here´s what you’ll learn at 6 Steps to Massive Results:

1. How to work on your business instead of in your business
2. How to take immediate control of the time you spend at your business
3. How to turn your marketing and advertising into an investment instead of an expense
4. How to get back thousands of dollars in lost profits
5. How to recruit, motivate, educate and retain exceptional employees
6. How to leverage your time to maximize efficiency and profits
7. How to systemize your business to provide consistent, exceptional customer service
8. How to get the quality of life that you started your business for in the first place

Heart Of A Chef 4/28/13

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Heart Of A Chef
Sunday, 04/28/2013, 03:00 pm – 07:00 pm
imageFairchild Tropical Botanic Garden
10901 Old Cutler Rd,
Coral Gables, Florida 33156
Webpage Link

Eat, play and be healthy at Heart of a Chef (HOAC), a special culinary experience benefiting Florida Heart Research Institute’s mission to stop heart disease through research, education and prevention. On Sunday, April 28, 2013, from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., foodies and families alike are invited to attend this family-friendly food festival focused on the education and prevention of childhood obesity. At this fun, interactive event taking place at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, activities for all ages will include food and wine tastings and educational seminars, all designed to entertain, heighten awareness and give children and their parents the tools to adopt heart healthy lifestyles. Guests are also welcome to explore the new exotic Wings of the Tropic butterfly exhibit.

No doubt, the event’s highlight will be Heart of a Chef’s annual culinary battle. This year’s chef cook-off will feature two of South Florida’s most buzzed about chefs – Todd Erickson and Aaron Brooks. In addition to helming the kitchen of Haven South Beach, Chef Erickson was recently seen as a competitor on ABC’s hot new culinary show The Taste. Brooks serves as executive chef at Edge Steak & Bar at the Four Seasons Miami. A basket of mystery ingredients will be given to the chefs, challenging them to create a meal in only 30 minutes which is both delicious and heart healthy.

Another not-to-be-missed moment is the high school cook-off featuring star student chefs from John A. Ferguson Senior High School and returning championship school, Coral Gables Senior High School. In addition, crowds can gather to watch Ellen Kanner, vegan chef and award-winning author of Feeding the Hungry Ghost: Life, Faith and What to Eat for Dinner, who will be giving a special cooking presentation.

Tickets for HOAC are $30 per person in advance, $40 per person at the door; the purchase of one adult ticket includes admission for two children.

The Big Reads: Presenting Tim O’Brien 4/9/13

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The Big Reads: Presenting Tim O’Brien
Tuesday, 04/09/2013, 07:30 pm –
things-they-carried-2Coral Gables Congregational Church
Coral Gables Congregational Church,
3010 DeSoto Boulevard, Florida Coral Gables
Webpage Link

The Big Read Keynote: An Evening with Tim O’Brien
Author Tim O’Brien gives The Big Read keynote address and speaks about his contemporary classic, The Things They Carried. Co-presented with Books & Books.

Moonlight Tour and Yoga at Fairchild Tropical Garden 3/28/13

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Moonlight Tour & Yoga @ Fairchild Tropical Garden
Thursday, 03/28/2013, 07:00 pm – 08:00 pm
Fairchild Tropical Botanical Garden
10901 Old Cutler Road ,
Coral Gables, Florida 33156
Webpage Link

Gate Opens at 6:30 pm.
Free Yoga From 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm.

Tram tours every hour and Free Yoga Class under the Moon.

For more information email Rosa: rosa@rinayoga.com or visit the following link: http://www.fairchildgarden.org/Events/?date=03-2013&eventID=808

GrowthCLUB 90-day Strategic Planning Creates Massive Results 3/29/13

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GrowthCLUB 90-day Strategic Planning Creates Massive Results
Friday, 03/29/2013, 08:30 am – 06:00 pm
The Biltmore Hotel
1200 Anastasia Avenue,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Webpage Link

You’ll leave this workshop with:

Energy, vision and focus for the next 90 days in your business
Take home strategies to build your profits right away
A ready-to-implement 90-day plan
Powerful confidence, leadership and decision making skills to take you and your business even further

GrowthCLUB 90-day Planning is your chance to step out of the business and get focused. We’ll work with you to map out a winning game plan for the next 90 days. Plus with proven strategies and expert training, you and your team will get back to your business with clear direction and new tools to achieve your goals faster.

Learn the proven strategies business owners have used in the last 90 days to increase profits, build winning teams and work fewer hours. Listen hard. Take notes. Then adapt & adopt to get them working for you.

Price: $495.00 for two, $95.00 for any additional guests

Natural Health Q&A: Answers for Your Health Questions with Dr. Paul Gannon, N.D. 3/21/13

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Natural Health Q&A: Answers for Your Health Questions with Dr. Paul Gannon, N.D.
Thursday, 03/21/2013, 07:45 pm – 09:15 pm
Rina Yoga in the Roads
1250 Coral Way,
Miami, Florida 33145
Webpage Link

Come with your questions and curiosity to chat with Dr. Gannon, holistic health expert, in this informative session that will teach you how to create true health. Dr. Gannon’s practical tips will give you the motivation to be your best self now while preparing for where you want to be in 20 years. From food allergies and diet to detoxing and cancer prevention…it will all come up! You will ultimately learn more than you thought you needed to know and be empowered to make truly healthy choices.

Paul Gannon, N.D. is a naturopathic physician offering safe and effective natural medicine to people of all ages and conditions, all over the U.S. and internationally, from his offices in Miami and Aspen.

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

Grand Opening of BOD Cosmetic Surgery 3/14/13

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Grand Opening of BOD Cosmetic Surgery
Thursday, 03/14/2013, 06:30 pm – 09:00 pm
BODBOD Cosmetic Surgery
3510 Coral Way ,
miami, Florida 33145
RSVP Link

BOD COSMETIC SURGERY OPENS ITS DOORS WITH GRAND OPENING CELEBRATION

Miami, FL –March 8, 2013 –Bod Cosmetic Surgery is opening its doors in grand style this Thursday March, 14, 2013 from 6:30PM-9:30PM. The grand opening event taking place at BOD Cosmetic Surgery located 3510 Coral Way Miami, Florida 33145 will feature music, cocktails and surprises as guests have the opportunity to see how BOD Cosmetic Surgery can make anyone look and feel like a 10.

Guests will glide down a pink carpet which represents the color scheme of the BOD logo and will immediately notice that BOD Cosmetic Surgery has taken great strides in designing a facility that looks and feels more like a high end spa than a “facility”. Event attendees will have the opportunity to enjoy cocktails courtesy of Select Vodka and Vita Coco while meeting and greeting with the BOD staff and BOD spokesperson and TV personality Adriana Cataño along with some of South Florida’s top professionals. Custom designed artwork by local photographer Marylyn Scavo Betancourt which focuses on the human body will adorn the walls of BOD Cosmetic Surgery. The grand opening of BOD Cosmetic Surgery plans to set the tone for the future experience of their clients.

BOD Cosmetic Surgeryis looking forward to bringing its clients the VIP treatment that they deserve. BOD Cosmetic Surgery defines cosmetic surgery and self-improvement as an art form where patients walk out feeling like they have been drawn out by Michael Angelo himself. Clients are welcomed in a warmly decorated state of the art facility one block off of Miracle Mile. Consultation, procedures, and post-op treatment are held under the same roof with the upmost discretion. Offering invasive and non-invasive procedures along with spa services BOD Cosmetic Surgery seeks to treat each patient with a tailored fit program depending on desired goals.

BOD Cosmetic Surgery is gearing up to present their clients with state of the art procedures to attain their self-improvement goals in a friendly, discrete, and professional atmosphere. BOD Cosmetic Surgery is ready to introduce you to the new you.

For more information on BOD Cosmetic Surgery please visit www.bodcosmeticsurgery.com as well as on Facebook and Twitter. BOD Cosmetic Surgery is located at 3510 Coral Way Miami, Florida 33145. Call (305) 774-6151 for further information.

To attend kickoff cocktail on Thursday March, 14, 2013 from 6:30PM-9:30PM, please RSVP to gpineres@CreativasGroup.com .

Creativas Group Inc. provides public relations and marketing counsel to corporations, local businesses, nationally recognized special events and leading non-profit organizations. For more information, please log onto www.creativasgroup.com or email info@creativasgroup.com

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Savor A ‘Taste Of The Chamber’ at Annual Business Expo 3/14/13

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Savor A ‘Taste Of The Chamber’ at Annual Business Expo
Thursday, 03/14/2013, 05:30 pm – 08:00 pm
taste-of-the-chamber-evite-ticketsThe Westin Colonnade Coral Gables
180 Aragon Ave,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Webpage Link

Are you a fan of signature spirits by Bacardi? Ever pleased your palate at Cibo Wine Bar? Shopped for bling at Montica Jewelry? Then, come experience the ultimate business expo and foodie event in Coral Gables and take advantage of a key opportunity to network and establish connections.

The Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce con­tinues to support small and medium enterprises by hosting our annual Business Expo. This year’s expo –‘Taste of the Chamber’ – will take place on Thursday, March 14 at 5:30 PM in the Rotunda at the Westin Colonnade Coral Gables Hotel.

This table top expo is designed so participants can reach a captive audience of hundreds of po­tential customers and generate brand awareness of their business. It’s also a venue where busi­nesses can differentiate their company from the competition by proving company strength and stability to current and future customers.

Guests are encouraged to sign up and learn about the many business opportunities and services that are available in the Coral Gables community, while enjoying food and libations from our local restaurants as they peruse nearly 50 different exhibits showcasing local companies. The cost of the business expo is $20 for Chamber Members; $30 for Non-Members. Sponsors include Credomatic Merchant Services, Logistical Outsourcing LLC, Bacardi, Intermedia Touch and Miami Today. For more details, call 305-446-1657 or visit www.coralgableschamber.org.

Trivia Night 3/7/13

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Trivia Night
Thursday, 03/07/2013, 08:00 pm – 10:00 pm
triviaPao Town
2624 Ponce de Leon,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Facebook Link

Join us at Pao Town for Trivia with Evan and treat yourself to our amazing menu items and drink specials. First place wins a $25 gift card and second place wins a free pitcher. Like us on facebook and find our post including one giveaway answer for tonights game! Good Luck!!

Trivia Night 3/14/13

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Trivia Night
Thursday, 03/14/2013, 08:00 pm – 10:00 pm
trivia1Pao Town
2624 Ponce de Leon,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Webpage Link

Join us at Pao Town for Trivia with Evan and treat yourself to our amazing menu items and drink specials. First place wins a $25 gift card and second place wins a free pitcher. Like us on facebook and find our post including one giveaway answer for tonights game! Good Luck!!

Trivia Night 3/21/13

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Trivia Night
Thursday, 03/21/2013, 08:00 pm – 10:00 pm
trivia2Pao Town
2624 Ponce de Leon,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Webpage Link

Join us at Pao Town for Trivia with Evan and treat yourself to our amazing menu items and drink specials. First place wins a $25 gift card and second place wins a free pitcher. Like us on facebook and find our post including one giveaway answer for tonights game! Good Luck!!

Trivia Night 3/28/13

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Trivia Night
Thursday, 03/28/2013, 08:00 pm – 10:00 pm
trivia3Pao Town
2624 Ponce de Leon,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Webpage Link

Join us at Pao Town for Trivia with Evan and treat yourself to our amazing menu items and drink specials. First place wins a $25 gift card and second place wins a free pitcher. Like us on facebook and find our post including one giveaway answer for tonights game! Good Luck!!

Coral Gables Bar Association 2013 Judicial Reception 3/14/13

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Coral Gables Bar Association 2013 Judicial Reception
Thursday, 03/14/2013, 05:30 pm – 08:00 pm
Becker & Poliakoff – Alhambra Towers
121 Alhambra Plaza, 10th Floor,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Webpage Link

The Coral Gables Bar Association will hold its 2013 Judicial Reception from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Thursday, March 14, 2013, at Becker & Poliakoff, Alhambra Towers, 121 Alhambra Plaza, 10th Floor, Coral Gables.

The cost is $75 for members, $95 for non-members and complimentary for sitting judges, U.S. magistrate judges and circuit court general magistrates.

To RSVP please contact Laura Russo at laura@laurarussolaw.com or Heidi Roth at HeidiRothPA@aol.com.

Free Yoga at Fairchild’s Orchid Festival 3/10/13

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Free Yoga at Fairchild’s Orchid Festival
Sunday, 03/10/2013, 11:00 am – 02:00 am
Yoga-FlyerFairchild Tropical Botanic Garden
10901 Old Cutler Rd Coral Gables, FL 33156,
10901 Old Cutler Road, Florida Coral Gables
Webpage Link

Join us for FREE YOGA at Fairchild’s 11th Annual International Orchid Festival! Experience yoga outside in incredible natural surroundings.
Class for grown ups at 11:00am and little yogis at 1:00pm.
For more information email Rosa: rosa@rinayoga.com

Selections from the PrintZero Studios Exchange #8 Opening reception 3/9/13

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Selections from the PrintZero Studios Exchange #8 Opening reception
wiesblott_monica1Wednesday, March 6, at 5 p.m.
University of Miami, College of Arts and Sciences Gallery,
1301 Stanford Drive
Coral Gables, FL

Exhibition on view March 6 – March 22, 2013

The University of Miami and PrintZero Studios present an international exhibition of printmaking culled from the PrintZero Studios 8th Exchange at the CAS Gallery in the UM Coral Gables campus. The exhibition was juried by David Jones, Director of Anchor Graphics in Chicago IL and runs from March 6th – 22nd.

In celebration of the opening, there will be a reception on Wednesday, March 6th at 5pm.

A unique exhibition, the artwork is selected from a pool of over 275 artists from around the world who participate in the yearly PrintZero Studios Exchange. Artists who participate in the exchange each produce 15 prints, which are traded amongst the other artist participants. Each artist receives a portfolio of 13 artworks back. Two prints from the artist’s edition are kept for archive and exhibition. From these, our juror selected 30 prints  for the exhibition

The exhibition includes work by John Bergmeier, Marie-France Bertrand, Betsy Best-Spadaro, Jessica Christy, Erin Close, Maritza Davila, David Donovan, James Ehlers, Julie Evanoff, Monica Farrar, Amy Foltz, Janette Fu, Diana Hatchitt, Bridget Henry, Matthew Hopson-Walker, Jon Irving, Hyun-Jin Kim, Leigh Leighton-Wallace, Poli Marichal, David Mohallatee, Clarissa Plank, Eileen Rafferty, Andrea Schumacher, Amaryllis Siniossoglou, Susan T. Smith, Catherine Sollman, Jonathan Stewart, Amy Thompson, Linda Whitney, Monica Weisblott. A catalog of the work has been published in conjunction with the exhibition. The catalog was designed by J. Brad Sturm and can be ordered online.  

The Miami Classical Guitar Society presents Adam Holzman in Concert 3/9/13

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The Miami Classical Guitar Society presents Adam Holzman in Concert
Saturday, 03/09/2013, 08:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Holzman-photo-ad2-smallSaint Philip’s Episcopal Church
1121 Andalusia Avenue,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Webpage Link

The Miami Classical Guitar Society is proud to present the fourth concert of our 25th Anniversary Season, featuring critically acclaimed American international performing and recording artist, Maestro Adam Holzman, hailed as “…polished and quite dazzling” by The New York Times; “…brilliant!” by De Gelderlander, Holland; and “…masterful!” by The Toronto Star.

Five-time Winner in major international competitions, including First Prize in the 1983 Guitar Foundation of America, International Competition in Quebec, Holzman has performed at the prestigious Concertgebouw in Amsterdam, and distinguished New York venues such as Kaufman Hall at the 92nd St. Y, Merkin Hall, and Carnegie Recital Hall. His recordings for the Naxos label have been critically acclaimed, and his commitment to new music has led him to co-commission Samuel Adler’s first Concerto for Guitar and Orchestra. Holzman has also premiered works by composers Robert Helps, Roland Dyens, and Stephen Funk Pearson among others.

Holzman is founder of the Guitar Department at the University of Texas at Austin’s Butler School of Music. He has held the title of “Maestro Extraordinario” by the Universidad Autonoma de Nuevo Leon, Monterrey, Mexico, was awarded the Ernst von Dohnanyi Prize for Outstanding Achievement from Florida State University, and has been named The Parker C. Fielder Regents Fellow in Music at the University of Texas at Austin. He has been featured on the covers of both Classical Guitar Magazine and Guitart Magazine.

Tickets are $25 general admission at the door, ($20 members/seniors/students with ID).

*In addition to his Concert, Adam Holzman will also be teaching a Masterclass on Friday, March 8 at 5pm
Please visit www.miamiguitar.org for Masterclass Registration

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

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

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

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

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

For reservations, please call the restaurant of your choice.

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

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

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Turn it Upside Down: Handstands and Arm Balances
Saturday, 03/02/2013, 02:00 pm – 04:00 pm
Rina-Yoga-Event-FlyerRInag Yoga, Inc.
RIna Yoga Coral Gables,
2490 Coral Way, Florida 33145
More Info Link

Everyone can develop a beautiful inversion practice, but fears hold us back and make us feel heavy. In this workshop Professor Donato, from the Budokon® University, will share the techniques that make getting upside down easy and accessible for all. Donato’s teaching style is fun, engaging, motivating and inspirational, with a strong emphasis on fluidity, control, balance, and discipline. He is a 200-hour Budokon® Yoga teacher, and a life-long martial artist.

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

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

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

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Miami’s Economic Wave of Opportunity Event
Thursday, 03/07/2013, 08:00 am – 10:00 am
event_dropin1Biltmore Hotel
1200 Anastasia Avenue,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Webpage Link

With the expansion of the Panama Canal an influx of business will be coming to Miami. Miami’s Economy Wave of Opportunity Event, hosted by Miami Growth Advisors, is designed to help business owners prepare for the opportunity that’s coming their way.

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

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

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

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MOSKOW DISKO featuring Art by Chris Aldana | Philanthrofest Fundraiser
Wednesday, 02/27/2013, 09:00 pm – 01:00 am
MOSKOW-DISKO-feb-27-2013_RGB-WEBThe Dome
271 Miracle Mile,
coral gables, Florida 33134
Facebook Link

The Dome Restaurant, Caviar Bar and Lounge Presents:
“Moskow Disko”
Caviar. Champagne. Musique. Art.
Every Wednesday.
Feb 27: Featured Artist, Chris Aldana | Raffle And Fundraiser For PhilanthroFest

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

Hosted by: Erin Mia Milchman

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Lynne Barrett:

Saturday: February 23

1 – 4 p.m. | Registration $40

Coral Gables Museum, 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables

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

Kathie Klarreich:
Mondays: February 25 – April 15

6:30 – 8:30 p.m. | Registration $170

Miami Dade College, Wolfson Campus

Writing Memoir with Kathie Klarreich

Fabiola Santiago:

Saturdays: March 2 and 9

10 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Registration $80

Books & Books, 265 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables

Storytelling Magic: Tools for Beginning Fiction Writers with Fabiola Santiago

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

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Greenberg Traurig Litigation Shareholder Alan T. Dimond to be Honored with Judge Learned Hand Award by the American Jewish Committee
Thursday, 04/11/2013, 06:30 pm –
The Biltmore Hotel
1200 Anastasia Avenue,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
More Info Link

The Miami office of international law firm Greenberg Traurig today announced that Alan T. Dimond, a shareholder in its Litigation Practice Group, will receive the American Jewish Committee’s (AJC) prestigious Judge Learned Hand Award. The award, considered the highest given by the organization within the legal profession, recognizes lifetime achievement and dedication to individual rights and democratic values.

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

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

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22nd Annual St Patricks Day Celebration at JohnMartins Irish Pub and Restaurant
Friday, 03/15/2013, 05:00 pm –
JohnMartins-St.-Patricks-Day-2013JohnMartin’s Irish Pub and Restaurant
253 Miracle Mile,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Facebook Link

The original and biggest St. Patrick’s Day celebration just got better with Irish festivities extending all weekend long. This year’s events include:

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Playing March 6 – April 7, 2013

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

5th Annual New Times Artopia 2/28/13

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

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

February 28, 2013

7-10 p.m.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Miami Children’s 31st Annual Corporate Golf Invitational
Friday, 04/19/2013, 10:30 am – 06:30 pm
Golf-logo-2013Biltmore Hotel & Golf Course
1200 Anastasia Avenue,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Webpage Link

Tee up for a good cause! Join business and community leaders as we raise funds to support the children and families at Miami Children’s Hospital. Enjoy a beautiful golf outing at the Biltmore Hotel and Golf Course and reception featuring a spectacular silent auction.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Sun Salutations Workshop with Rina Jakubowicz 2/22/13

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Sun Salutations Workshop with Rina Jakubowicz
Friday, 02/22/2013, 06:00 pm – 08:00 pm
177Rina Yoga in The Roads
1250 Coral Way,
Coral Gables, Florida 33145
Webpage Link

We’ll breakdown Sun Salutations in a way that will help you feel empowered in your practice, removing all doubt. Since you often open a class with Sun Salutations, mastering your technique will assist you in every pose thereafter. Once you know how to modify your Sun Salutation for your needs whether it’s more basic or more advanced, you will be confident to take your practice to the next level, optimizing your breath, your flexibility and your strength.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

RSVP: arttuesdaysmiami@gmail.com  
Free Entry

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

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

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

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

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

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Havana Night Under the Stars in the Courtyard of La Palma
Thursday, 02/21/2013, 07:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Havana nights posterLa Palma Ristorante and Bar
116 Alhambra Circle,
Miami, Florida 33134
Facebook Link

A night of guyaberas, mojitos, cigars and dancing…

Music provided by legendary DJ Mike Calderon

Special appearance by “The Salsa Dream Team”

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

RSVP@freedomconciergeservices.com

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

Cesar Salad

CHOICE OF ENTREE:

-Fettucini Alfredo with Chicken

-Penne Ala Vodka with Shrimp

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

DESSERT

-Homemade Flan

Embrace Equality at Books and Books 2/14/13

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Embrace Equality at Books and Books
Thursday, 02/14/2013, 12:30 pm – 02:00 pm
CatalystBooks & Books
265 Aragon Ave,
Miami, Florida 33134
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Find your valentine and treat yourself to an inspiring and hopeful culinary and intellectual networking event with acclaimed author Peter Edelman at Books and Books Coral Gables. Copies of So Rich So Poor will be on sale for $25. Box lunches also available. Learn why Americans’ incomes are more unequal now than at any time since the Civil War and what we can do about it. Register now for this free event!

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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The Miami Classical Guitar Society presents Vladimir Gorbach in Concert
Saturday, 02/23/2013, 08:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Vladimir_Gorbach-photo-ad2St Bede Episcopal Chapel
1150 Stanford Drive,
Coral Gables, Florida 33146
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The Miami Classical Guitar Society is very proud to present our third concert celebrating our 25th Anniversary Season, featuring young Russian virtuoso VLADIMIR GORBACH – First Prize Winner of the 2011 Guitar Foundation of America, International Concert Artist Competition!

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

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

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

Rina Yoga Valentines Chocolate Cooking Class with John Schott 2/10/13

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Rina Yoga Valentines Chocolate Cooking Class with John Schott
Sunday, 02/10/2013, 02:00 pm – 03:30 pm
Picture-5Rina Yoga in The Roads
1250 Coral Way,
Miami, Florida 33145
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Date: Sunday, February 10th.
Time: 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Price: Individual $25.00 Prepay
Couple: $40.00
Members 10% off
Location: Rina Yoga in The Roads
1250 Coral Way, Miami, Fl. 33145

A simply delicious introduction to chocolate making for the home cook. Just in time for Valentines Day, learn how to make chocolate fudge, a shake, and chocolate bark with Lifefood Gourmet Executive Chef John Schott. Indulge in ingredients that are both rich and healthful. Enjoy a decadent afternoon with your sweetheart or yourself!

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

Team Trivia at Pao Town 2/7/13

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Team Trivia at Pao Town
Thursday, 02/07/2013, 08:00 pm – 12:00 am
Trivia-Night-3Pao Town
2624 Ponce de Leon Blvd,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
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Join Pao Town this and every Thursday night for Team Trivia with Evan! $9 Yuengling pitchers all night. Like us on Facebook for early hints on trivia questions. Have questions? email us at info@PaoTown.com

Valentines Edition Team Trivia at Pao Town 2/14/13

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Valentines Edition Team Trivia at Pao Town
Thursday, 02/14/2013, 08:00 pm – 12:00 am
Trivia-Night-31Pao Town
2624 Ponce de Leon Blvd,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
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Join us for a special Valentines Day edition of Team Trivia with Evan! $9 Yuengling pitchers all night long. Winners receive a $25 gift card and huge bragging rights. Have questions? Email us at info@PaoTown.com.

A Red Hot Valentine Public 2/13/13

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A Red Hot Valentine Public
Wednesday, 02/13/2013, 06:00 pm – 02:00 am
FlyerCRAVE
4250 Salzedo St. Suite 1425,
Miami, Florida 33146
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Come celebrate LOVE, Friendship, and Networking at our pre-Valentine’s event!

Wear RED in honor of the great charitable organizations we are helping this time.

Enjoy Champagne, desserts, and hors d’ oeuvre’s provided by La Marca and CRAVE Restaurant.

$20 cover or $10 with either a High Heel donation to Dress for Success or a Formal Gown donation to Women of Tomorrow.

Live performances from DJ Carlos Sonic and JC Entertainment!

All Ladies wearing RED will get a chance to win fabulous prizes including a Gift Basket from Bobbi Brown Cosmetics and a Deluxe Valet Jewelry Box from Tourneau in The Village of Merrick Park.

Come learn about Dress for Success, Women of Tomorrow, Women for Women International, Badges of Courage, Operation BBQ Relief, and other great non-profit organizations.

Shop for sexy Valentine’s gift like Massages and Lingerie!

Bring your business cards for additional raffles and games!

This is event will be FUN, FUN, FUN!

RSVP HERE!

http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=j87av5iab&oeidk=a07e6zz1ur715eebbdb

Evening in Paris 2/7/13

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Evening in Paris
Thursday, 02/07/2013, 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
evening-in-paris-invitations_finalZielo Restaurant
264 Giralda Avenue,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
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Join Zielo Restaurant, Fiat of South Miami, and Mandarine Napoleon as they present an “Evening in Paris.” Allow yourself to be transported to a faraway and enchanting cafe bistro in Paris without ever leaving Miami.

Come experience an “Evening in Paris” and enjoy French cuisine and specialty hand-crafted cocktails using Mandarine Napoleon liqueur. Chef Willy Hernandez of Zielo Restaurant will be developing a unique 5-course tasting menu of traditional French Cuisine. Guests can enjoy the 5-course tasting menu paired with a specialty cocktail for $19.

RSVP to rsvp@productivabtl.com and enjoy a complimentary welcome cocktail between 7 p.m. and 8 p.m.

Shop Miami Month 2/4/13

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Shop Miami Month
Monday, 02/04/2013, 10:00 am – 09:00 pm
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701 Brickell Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33131
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From upscale malls and famous department stores to boutiques and specialty shops, browsing and buying is a favorite pastime for residents and visitors of Greater Miami and the Beaches. This February 1 – 28, shoppers get more bang for their buck as the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau (GMCVB) introduces Shop Miami Month showcasing the destination’s world-renowned marketplaces and retail establishments.

How does it work?
• Reward Cards: For each $500 spent at participating malls, marketplaces and retailers, consumers receive a $20 Shop Miami Month Reward Card (limit one per customer, per day, while supplies last)
• Prizes: All consumers who earn a Shop Miami Reward Card are also entered to win prizes such as an MSC Cruise for two, American Airlines round trip tickets, hotel stays, Miami Spa Month vouchers, Miami Spice vouchers and more!
“Miami and The Beaches continues to be a leading global shopping destination and a full service, year round vacation destination. We’ve found visitors are staying longer and taking in our retail, cultural, sporting and family attractions as well as our pristine beaches and stunning poolscapes,” says GMCVB President and CEO William D. Talbert, III, CDME. “And, with our record breaking tourism numbers contributing to our strong economy and employment, we have a
feeling our residents will be happy to get in on the Shop Miami Month rewards, too!”
Shop Miami Month is part of the GMCVB’s increasingly popular Temptations Program, which takes a thematic focus on the best that Miami has to offer throughout the year at attractive prices. Other programs include Miami Spa Month, Miami Spice, Miami Attractions Month, Miami Museum Month, Miami Film Month, Miami Golf Month and Miami Live Music Month. For more information on the Temptations programs please visit www.MiamiTemptations.com.

Participating Malls to date:
Aventura Mall
Bayside Marketplace
CocoWalk
Dadeland Mall
The Falls Shopping Center
Mary Brickell Village
Miami International Airport Shops
Miami International Mall
The Village of Gulfstream Park Racing and Casino
Village of Merrick Park

Participating Retailers to date:
Armani Exchange
American Girl
Bloomingdale’s
Forever 21 — Lincoln Road
Hip.e Boutique
Liapela Modern Baby
Macy’s — Aventura Mall
Macy’s — Dadeland
Macy’s — Downtown
Macy’s — The Falls
Macy’s — Miami International Mall
Macy’s — South Beach
Macy’s — Westland Mall
Rick’s Menswear
Tommy Hilfiger
UGG – Collins Avenue

For a complete guide of participating retail partners and how to redeem gift cards, visit the Shop Miami Month dedicated website: www.ShopMiamiMonth.com

Film Premiere 2/3/13

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Film Premiere
Sunday, 03/03/2013, 09:30 pm – 11:00 pm
Calloused-Hands-still-9-Byrd-Andre-Royo-talking-to-Josh-Luca-Oriel-and-Tony-Alex-Higgins-by-the-basketball-court-photograph-copyright-Martyna-Przybysz1Coral Gables Arts Cinema
260 aragon ave, coral gables ,
miami, Florida 33134
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World Premiere of Miami based feature film Calloused Hands (www.callousedhandsmovie.com). A Miami boy’s journey into manhood over the most important summer of his life as he must learn to escape the influence of his mother’s alcoholic boyfriend. Stars Andre Royo (The Wire), Daisy Haggard (Episodes), and Hans Howes (There Will Be Blood).

Miami International Film Festival 2013 3/1/13-3/10/13

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Miami International Film Festival (MIFF)
March 1 -10, 2013
Gusman Center for the Performing Arts, 174 East Flagler St, Miami, FL 33131
MDC’s Tower Theater, 1508 Southwest 8th St, Miami, FL 33135
Coral Gables Art Cinema, 260 Aragon Ave, Coral Gables, FL 33134
O Cinema, 90 Northwest 29th St, Miami, FL 33127
Regal South Beach, 1120 Lincoln Rd, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Miami Beach Cinematheque, 1130 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
www.miamifilmfestival.com

Premiering at this year’s Festival will be 117 feature films and 12 short films from 41 countries, participating in competition and non-competition categories.
 
"If you’re not at the movies every day in the first 10 days of March, you’re in the wrong place," declared MIFF’s Executive Director Jaie Laplante.
 
This is the first year in MIFF’s history that the Festival will open and close with documentary features. The Opening and Closing night films are:
 
Opening Night Film and Ultimat Opening Night Party on Friday, March 1, 2013
·         The Festival will open at the Olympia Theater at Gusman Center for the Performing Arts with RADiUS-TWC’s Twenty Feet from Stardom directed by Morgan Neville.  A spectacular Gala party will follow across the street after the screening at The Historic Alfred I. Dupont Building, sponsored by Ultimat Vodka.
 
Awards Night Film with Pyrat Awards Night Party on Saturday, March 9, 2013
·         The Festival‘s annual awards night gala will culminate with Venus and Serena directed by Maiken Baird & Michelle Major. The Festival’s festivities will wrap up in a grand fashion at the National Historic Landmark Freedom Tower at Miami Dade College, with a Gala party sponsored by Pyrat Rum.
 
Opening Night Films for three of MIFF’s notable competition categories will screen on Saturday, March 2, 2013
·         Knight Ibero-American Competition: Everybody Has a Plan, featuring Oscar-nominated actor Viggo Mortensen.
·         Knight Documentary Competition: world premiere of Viva Cuba Libre: Rap Is War.
·         Lexus Ibero-American Opera Prima Competition: world premiere of The Boy Who Smells Like Fish.
 
As previously announced, the Festival will honor two remarkable directors with Career Achievement Tributes: renowned Swedish writer-director Lasse Hallström (My Life as a Dog, What’s Eating Gilbert Grape) and Spanish producer, writer, and Oscar-winning director Fernando Trueba (Belle Epoque, Chico & Rita). The Festival will screen the directors’ latest works including The Hypnotist (Hyponotisören) by Hallström and The Artist and the Model (El Artista y La Modelo) by Trueba. The Artist and the Model received 13 Goya nominations this year, including Best Picture and Best Director.
 
Other films to be featured in the Festival’s signature CINEDWNTWN Gala series at the Olympia Theater include highly anticipated screenings of Pablo Larrain’s Oscar-nominated NO, the Cannes-winning The Hunt, starring Mads Mikkelsen in the performance of his career thus far, and the world premiere of Eenie Meenie Miney Moe, a Miami-based feature from Jokes Yanes, the editor of MIFF 2011’s hit film Magic City Memoirs.  
 
Miami International Film Festival’s 30th edition is also thrilled to present six competition categories, 15 non-competition categories, as well as an array of special events and screenings. From up-and-coming filmmakers to industry veterans, each category will showcase the filmmakers’ incredible talent.
 
Festival Competition Categories:
 
Knight Ibero-American Competition consists of dramatic works from Latin America, Spain and Portugal, as well as Latino-themed works produced in the United States. The films are competing for $40,000 in prizes courtesy of James L. & John S. Knight Foundation, and a $5,000 Screenwriting Award from the Jordan A. Ressler Foundation. The 10 films competing in this category include:
·         Everybody Has A Plan (Todos tenemos un plan) (Spain/Argentina /Germany, directed by Ana Piterbarg)
·         Cinco De Mayo: The Battle (Mexico, directed by Rafa Lara)
·         Dust (Polvo) (Guatemala, directed by Julio Hernández Cordón)
·         Gone Fishing (Días de pesca) (Argentina, directed by Carlos Sorín)
·         A Gun in Each Hand (Una pistola en cada mano) (Spain, directed by Cesc Gay)
·         Marriage (Matrimonio) (Argentina, directed by Carlos Jaureguialzo)
·         The Moving Creatures (O Que Se Move) (Brazil, directed by Caetano Gotardo)
·         So Much Water (Tanta agua) (Uruguay/Mexico/Netherlands, directed by Ana Guevara & Leticia Jorge)
·         Thesis On A Murder (Tesis sobre un homicidio) (Spain/Argentina, directed by Hernán A. Golfrid)
·         Vinyl Days (Días de vinilo) (Argentina/Colombia, directed by Gabriel Nesci)
 
Knight Documentary Competition consists of engaging and thought-provoking feature-length documentaries created by international filmmakers that examine social issues, diverse cultures, icons and inspiring people. The films are competing for $10,000 courtesy of the Knight Foundation. The 10 films competing in this category include:
·         Viva Cuba Libre: Rap Is War (USA, directed by Jesse Acevedo)
·         Blackfish (USA, directed by Gabriela Cowperthwaite)
·         The Crash Reel (USA, directed by Lucy Walker)
·         Cubamerican (USA, directed by Jose Enrique Pardo
·         Far Out Isn’t Far Enough: The Tomi Ungerer Story (USA, directed by Brad Bernstein)
·         Gideon’s Army (USA, directed by Dawn Porter)
·         Sagrada: The Mystery of Creation (Sagrada: El misteri de la creació) (Switzerland, directed by Stefan Haupt)
·         Valentine Road (USA, directed by Marta Cummingham)
·         Which Way Is the Front Line From Here? The Life and Time of Tim Hetherington (USA, directed by Sebastian Junger)
·         Who Is Dayani Cristal? (United Kingdom/Mexico, directed by Marc Silver)

Lexus Ibero-American Opera Prima Competition consists of first-time feature filmmakers from Spain, Portugal and Latin America that are competing for a $5,000 cash prize presented by Lexus. Films competing in this category include:
·         The Boy Who Smells Like Fish (Mexico/Canada, directed by Analeine Cal y Mayor)
·         Edificio Royal (Colombia/Venezuela/Germany, directed by Iván Wild)
·         Good Luck, Sweetheart (Boa Sorte, Meu Amor) (Brazil, directed by Daniel Aragão)
·         Miguel, San Miguel (Chile, directed by Matías Cruz)
·         Molasses (Melaza) (Cuba/France/Panama, directed by Carlos Días Lechuga)
·         No Autumn, No Spring (Sin otoño, sin primavera) (Ecuador/Colombia/France, directed by Iván Mora)
·         Solo (Uruguay/Argentina/Netherlands/France, directed by Guillermo Rocamora)
·         The Swimming Pool (La piscina) (Cuba/Venezuela directed by Carlos Machado Quintela)
·         Villegas (Argentina/Netherlands/France, directed by Gonzalo Tobal)
 
University of Miami Shorts Competition will present the latest in short films from around the globe. The jury selected winner will a receive $2,500 cash prize. Films competing in this category include:
·         9 Meter (Denmark, directed by Anders Walter)
·         Anna and Jerome (Anna et Jérôme) (France, directed by Mélanie Delloye)
·         Ebb & Flow (A Onda Traz, O Vento Leva) (Brazil/Spain, directed by Gabriel Mascaro)
·         Edmond Was A Donkey (Edmond Était Un Âne) (Canada/France, directed by Franck Dion)
·         Eleven: Twelve (USA/Portugal, directed by JC Barros)
·         Lost Country (USA, directed by Heather Burky)
·         Of Other Carnivals (De Outros Carnavais) (Brazil, directed by Paulo Miranda)
·         Palmipedarium (France, directed by Jérémy Clapin)
·         Skunk (Rotkop) (Belgium, directed by Jan Roosens & Raf Roosens)
 
Festival Non-Competition Categories:
CINEDWNTWN GALAS
·         Amor Cronico (USA/Cuba, directed by Jorge Perrugorría)
·         The Artist and the Model (Spain, directed by Fernando Trueba)
·         The Boy Who Smells Like Fish (Canada/ Mexico, directed by Analeine Cal y Mayor)
·         Dark Blood (Netherlands, directed by George Sluizer)
·         Eenie Meenie Miney Moe (USA, directed by Jokes Yanes)
·         The Hunt (Jagten) (Denmark, directed by Thomas Vinterberg)
·         The Hypnotist (Sweden, directed by Lasse Hallström)
·         NO (Chile/USA, directed by Pablo Larraín) *2013 Oscar Nominated for Best Foreign Film
·         RADiUS-TWC’s Twenty Feet from Stardom (USA, directed by Morgan Neville)
·         Venus and Serena (USA, directed by Maiken Baird and Michelle Major)

Cinema 360° presented by VIENDOMOVIES is one of the Festival’s most extensive categories this year with an array of films from around the world.
·         7 Boxes (7 Cajas) (Paraguay, directed by Juan Carlos Maneglia & Tana Schémbori)
·         A Perfect Plan (Un Plan Parfait) (France, directed by Pascal Chaumeil)
·         After Lucia (Después de Lucia) (Mexico, directed by Michel Franco)
·         Capadocia 3 (Mexico/USA, directed by Pedro Pablo Ibarra, Javier Patrón, Moises Urquidi & Carlos Carrera)
·         Comrade Kim Goes Flying (Belgium/United Kingdom/D.P.R of Korea, directed by Anja Daelemans, Nicholas Bonner, & Kim Gwang-hun)
·         Day of The Flowers (United Kingdom, directed by John Roberts)
·         Dead Europe (Australia/United Kingdom, directed by Tony Krawitz)
·         The Deep (Djúpid) (Iceland/Norway, directed by Baltasar Kormákur)
·         Dormant Beauty (Bella Addormentata) (Italy/France directed by Marco Bellocchio)
·         The End (Fin) (Spain, directed by Jorge Torregrossa )
·         Everyday (United Kingdom, directed by Michael Winterbottom)
·         Fill The Void (Lemale Et Ha’Halal) (Israel, directed by Rama Burshtein)
·         The German Friend (El amigo alemán) (Germany/ Argentina, directed by Jeanine Meerapfel)
·         Ghost Graduation (Promoción fantasm) (Spain, directed by Javier Ruiz Caldera)
·         Hand in Hand (France, directed by Valérie Donzelli)
·         Hannah Arendt (Germany/Luxembourg/France, directed by Margareta von Trotta)
·         It Was the Son (E’Stato Mio Figlio) (Italy, directed by Daniele Cipri)
·         Measuring the World (Die Vermessung Der Welt) (Germany, directed by Detlev Buck)
·         Mental (USA/Australia, directed by P.J. Hogan)
·         Nairobi Half Life (Kenya/Germany, directed by Tosh Gitonga)
·         Oh Boy (Germany, directed by Jan Ole Gerster)
·         Paradise: Love (Paradies: Liebe) (Austria/Germany/France, directed by Ulrich Seidl)
·         The Patience Stone (Syngu’e Sabour) (Afghanistan, directed by Atiq Rahimi)
·         Reality (Italy/France, directed by Matteo Garrone)
·         Still Mine (Canada, directed by Michael McGowan)
·         The Trip 2 (El paseo 2) (Colombia, directed by Harold Trompetero)
·         White Elephant (Elefante blanco) (Argentina/Spain, directed by Pablo Trapero)

Spotlight on China
·         Beijing Flickers (You-Zhong)  (China, directed by Zhang Yuan)
·         Full Circle (Fei Yue Lao Ren Yan) (China, directed by Zhang Yang)
·         Romancing in Thin Air (Gao Hai Bazhi Lian II) (China/Hong Kong, directed by Johnnie To)

See Voir Veo CANADA
·         Camion (Canada, directed by Rafaël Ouellet)
·         L’Affaire Dumont (Canada, directed by Daniel Grou)
·         Laurence Anyways (Canada/France, directed by Xavier Dolan)

4 Directors to Watch
·         A World Not Ours (United Kingdom/Lebanon/Denmark, directed by Mahdi Fleifel)
·         Blondie (Sweden, directed by Jesper Ganslandt)
·         The Future (Il Futuro) (Chile/Italy/Germany/ Spain, directed by Alicia Scherson)
·         Three Kids (Twa Timoun) (Belgium/Haiti, directed by Jonas D’Adesky)

Doc-You-Up
·         Amazon Gold (USA, directed by Reuben Aaronson)
·         Bay of all Saints (Da Maré) (USA/Brazil, directed by Annie Eastman)
·         Casting By (USA, directed by Tom Donahue)
·         Liv & Ingmar (Czech Republic/India/Norway, directed by Dheeraj Akolkar)
·         No Place on Earth (USA, United Kingdom, Germany, directed by Janet Tobias)
·         Ping Pong (United Kingdom, directed by Hugh Hartford)

Florida Focus presented by FPL
·         Calloused Hands (USA, directed by Jesse Quiñones)
·         Pincus (USA, directed by David Fenster)
·         Red Wine (Vino Tinto) (USA, directed by Carlos Gutierrez)
·         Tony Tango (USA, directed by Manola Celí)

Lee Brian Schrager’s Culinary Cinema
·         Meat Hooked (USA, directed by Suzanne Wasserman)
·         Oma & Bella (Germany/USA, directed by Alexa Karolinski)
·         Why Did You Leave? (Por Que Vocȇ Partiu?) (Brazil, directed by Eric Belhassem)

Family Day
·         Magic Camp (USA, directed by Judd Ehrlich)
·         The Croods (USA, directed by Kirk De Micco and Chris Sanders)

REEL Music
·         Someone Else’s Bed (USA, directed by Maggy Torres-Rodriguez)
·         Turning (Denmark/USA, directed by Charles Atlas)

America the Beautiful
·         At Any Price (USA, directed by Ramin Bahrani)
·         The Discoverers (USA, directed by Justin Schwarz)
·         The Go Doc Project (USA, directed by Cory James Krueckeberg)
·         The Hot Flashes (USA, directed by Susan Seidelman)

Visions
·         Bob Wilson’s Life and Death of Marina Abramovic (United Kingdom/Spain, directed by Giada Colagrande)
·         The Fifth Season (La Cinquieme Saison) (Belgium/Netherlands/France, directed by Peter Brosens & Jessica Woodworth)
·         Leviathan (France/United Kingdom/USA, directed by Lucien Castain-Taylor & Vérena Paravel)
·         Multiple Visions, The Crazy Machine (Miradas múltiples, la máquina loca) (Mexico/France/Spain, directed by Emilio Maille)
·         Post Tenebras Lux (Mexico/France/Netherlands/Germany, directed by Carlos Reygadas)
·         Rio 2096:A Story of Love and Fury (Uma História de Amor E Fúria) (Brazil, directed by Luiz Bolognesi)
·         Sadourni’s Butterflies (Las mariposas ee Sadourni) (Argentina, directed by Darío Nardi)

From The Vault
·         Au Hasard Balthazar (France/Sweden, directed by Robert Bresson)
·         The Super (El Super) (USA, directed by Leon Ichaso & Orlando Jiménez-Leal)
·         The Yellow Ticket (USA, directed by Victor Janson & Eugen Illés)
·         Zoo (USA, directed by Frederick Wiseman)

Mayhem
·         Animals (Spain, directed by Marçal Forés)
·         Errors of the Human Body (Germany/USA, directed by Eron Sheean)
·         Halley (Mexico, directed by Sebastian Houfmann)
·         Pietá (D.P.R of Korea, directed by Kim Ki-duk)
·         The Midnight Game (USA, directed by Alejandro Calvo)
·         Sanitarium (USA, directed by Bryan Ramirez, Bryan Ortiz & Kerry Valderrama)
·         Would You Rather (USA, directed by David Guy Levy)

Spotlight on FilmMovement: The Festival will be celebrating FilmMovement’s 10th anniversary and honoring their commitment to cinema outside of commercial commitments with three films.
·         Broken (United Kingdom, directed by Rufus Norris)
·         The Deflowering of Eva Van End (De Ontmaagding Van Eva Van End) (Netherlands, directed by Michiel ten Horn)
·         La Sirga (Colombia, directed by William Vega)

Other Notables Highlights During the Festival week:
·         The Festival will host a series of Masterclass Seminars at the Miami Beach Cinematheque, The Standard Spa, and Miami Light Project. The classes include:
 
o   Analyze This: A Critics Power in Today’s Film Culture (March 2, at 3 p.m.)
o   You’re Invited? Now What? (March 3, at 2:30 p.m.)
o   International Symposium on the Chinese Film Industry & Chinese Films  for Mandarin Education (March 7 – March 9, 2013)
o   Do A Shot Miami! #1 Presented by Kodak & Pro8mm (March 9, at 10 a.m.)
o   Conversation with Cristián Jiménez, Director of Bonsái (March 9, at 11 a.m.)
o   Producing in Florida and Beyond (March 9, at 12:30PM)
o   Cocaine Cowboys: The Series (March 9, at 3 p.m.)
o   Do A Shot Miami! #2 Presented by Kodak & Pro8mm (March 10, at 10 a.m.)
 
·         Brady Corbet will host an evening at Nikki Beach, and present a screening of Robert Bresson’s Au Hasard Balthazar on Friday, March 8 at 7:15 p.m. Corbet willdiscuss this acclaimed 1966 masterpiece from one of cinemas most revered filmmakers and discuss its significance.
 
·         The coveted Lexus Audience Award is presented to the film receiving the most votes from audience members. Prior to viewing eligible films, ballads are dispersed to audience members in order to cast their vote for their favorite film.  Last year’s winner of the Lexus Audience Award was Juan of the Dead directed by Alejandro Brugués.
 
·         CinemaSlam is a component of the Festival’s Florida Focus program. The competition, aims to discover, showcase, and celebrate the work of undergraduate and graduate students in Miami’s film schools. College age film students from Florida International University, Miami-Dade College, Miami International University, New World School of the Arts (University of Florida), St. Thomas University, and the University of Miami compete for the right to be named CinemaSlam Champion 2013. The public is invited to judge and vote for their favorite online short between the dates January 4 – 24, 2013. The remaining 50% of the vote is determined by a select group of faculty judges from each participating school. The winning 2-3 films from each school will be judged by MIFF’s esteemed CinemaSlam Jury to determine the overall grand prize winning short CinemaSlam Champion 2013 and Category Awards for (1) Best Comedy (2) Best Drama (3) Best Experimental, Documentary or Animation (4) Best Technical Achievement, (5) Best Actor (6) Best Actress and (7) Best Director.
 
·         Osklen’s Best Dressed at MIFF 2013 Contest: MIFF attendees will have a chance to enter this opening night contest with a chance to win a gift certificate from the upscale boutique, Osklen. To enter, guests just simply need to attend MIFF’s Opening Night Gala Party in their most stylish threads. Three of Miami’s fashion gurus will be scouting the scene for the best male and female outfits. Participants are encouraged to share their look with Instagram and Twitter using #miamiFF.

Notable Programs and Countdown Retrospective Film Prior to the Festival week:
·         Bruce Weber’s Let’s Get Lost screening and Q&A: This Oscar-nominated documentary about jazz trumpeter-singer Chet Baker intercuts footage from the 1950s, when he was part of West Coast Cool, and from his later years. The film takes viewers on a journey through Baker’s life from his young beautiful faced years to his old and detached life with his face a ruin. A series of interviews with his children, ex-wife, friends, associates and lovers add to the rich texture of this fascinating film. Renowned photographer and filmmaker Bruce Weber is scheduled to attend for intro and Q&A on Friday, February 1, 2013, at 7:00 p.m.
 
·         Miami Future Cinema Critics (MFCC) is a new program in celebration of MIFF’s 30th anniversary. The aim of the program is to provide Miami-based film aficionados with a fascinating opportunity to discover new cinema – outside of the roughly 600 films that are commercially released in the U.S. annually, and learn new ways to develop their voice and attract new audiences for their own critical work. Through an application process, a group of 7 Miami writers (between the ages 21 to 30 ) will blog (written, audio or video) about films from a select playlist of 8-10 titles, curated by MIFF’s 2013 programming team. In addition to blogging, the MFCC will designate one film in their playlist as an overall “best film,” based on the Critics’ own criterion of artistic merit. Miami Future Cinema Critics Best Film of 2013 Award will be announced and presented as part of MIFF’s official Awards Night program on Saturday, March 9, 2013, at 7:00 p.m., at the Olympia Theater at the Gusman Center of the Performing Arts.
 
·         Miami Encuentros will for the first time in the program’s history award a cash prize of $10,000 to one winning project as selected by a jury of industry professionals. The prize is sponsored by EGEDA, the Audiovisual Producers’ Rights Management Association from Spain. In addition, Madrid/Barcelona-based International Sales Agency 6 Sales will offer a 2-year representation contract to a winning project, with the ultimate goal of securing worldwide distribution. The objective of the competition category is to help facilitate and support the completion of Latin American and U.S. Hispanic feature film projects in post-production, and propelling them towards their debuts on the international stage.

Love2Shop 2/10/13

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Love2Shop
Sunday, 02/10/2013, 11:00 am – 03:00 pm
Village of Merrick Park
358 San Lorenzo Avenue,
Coral Gables, Florida 33146
Webpage Link

Aimed to help raise funds for multiple charities supported by The Junior League of Miami, Village of Merrick Park kicks off Valentines Day season with Love2Shop, a day-long shopping extravaganza. While looking for their significant other’s romantic gift, shoppers can also enjoy discounts, fashion shows, champagne and more from more than 32 retailers.

Select participating stores:
J. Crew – Celebrates their official store opening by offering personal styling, shopping discounts and champagne (11am-2pm)
Agent Provocateur – Gift with purchase of $250 or more
Anthropologie –  Fashion show with Junior League models
Donald J Pliner – Gift with purchase of $200 or more    
Tourneau – $250 towards a minimum watch purchase of $1,000
L’Occitane – Complimentary mini facial and hand massage
Facconable – 20% discount and Prosecco
Nordstrom – One-on-one beauty consultations
Tiffany & Co. – Two $250 gift cards to be raffled  

When: Sunday, Feb. 10 from 11am – 3pm.
Where: 358 San Lorenzo Avenue in Coral Gables; check-in located in The Garden
Tickets: $50 per person or $40 for two or more tickets

Photographs of 7th Annual International Chocolate Festival

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by Ari Kane (@Aricurian)

We spent this past lovely winter Saturday, January 25th at the serene Fairchild Botanic Garden for its 7th Annual International Chocolate Festival.  The Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden is a tropical oasis off of Old Cutler Road that sports a beautiful collection of trees, plants and wildlife. The chocolate festival was an event for all ages held over three days. The venue provided chocolate tastings, Whole Foods sponsored chocolate beer tastings, a chocolate themed spa, chocolate plants, food trucks, educational seminars, cooking classes for adults and children. Truly a delight for all things chocolate! In addition to the festival, patrons were granted access to the Garden’s tropical flower garden, spiny forest of Madagascar, Victoria pool, butterfly garden, tropical fruit pavilion, conservatory and many other attractions.  The butterfly garden was mesmerizing to walk through with gorgeous butterflies literally landing on your shoulders and fingers.

We especially enjoyed The Short Chef who gave a comical and inspiring children’s cooking workshop highlighting the child obesity issue plaguing our country. He was hysterical and enchanted both the adults and kids who attended. He served up a healthy chocolate-marinated strawberry salad that was gobbled up by the attendees. The event was packed with smiling faces and kids running around the park on glorious chocolate sugar rushes. The setting was stunning, the free beers superb, the chocolate exquisite and the vibe of the event sweeter than decadent Swiss chocolate. We look forward to more chocolate dipping next year.

Photo Credit: Daniella Veras (@DaniellaVeras & @_DaniMiami)

 

 

Thursday Night Trivia at Pao Town 1/31/13

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Thursday Night Trivia at Pao Town
Thursday, 01/31/2013, 08:00 pm – 10:00 pm
36537_547286011949715_1279334168_nPao Town
2624 Ponce De Leon Blvd.,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Facebook Link

Join Pao Town in Coral Gables this Thursday for Trivia Night! Come and enjoy food, drinks and prizes. $12 beer bucket specials all night. First place trivia prize is a $25 tab and second place prize is a draft beer bucket. Check Pao Town’s Facebook and Twitter pages for clues on Trivia questions. For more information email info@paotown.com.

Photographs by Bob Quesada from Xixón Restaurant

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A view from the front door through an etched glass panel which lists menu items.
A view from the front door through an etched glass panel which lists menu items.

To say that Xixón is just a Spanish Restaurant would be akin to saying that Lebron and Dwayne are a couple of Americans who just happen to play basketball.

Xixón, the modest sized restaurant started by the husband and wife team of Carlos Mattos and Begonia Tuya in 2001 has moved and grown into a world class, tri-leveled, gastronomic powerhouse with a menu that combines the best traditions of Spanish Cuisine interpreted with a modern and unique European touch.

In addition to the three levels of the restaurant, there is also a fully stocked deli offering Ibérico ham, sausages and a huge variety of cheeses as well as many other items.

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The deli stocks a large variety of hams and cheeses.

The restaurant’s wine list boasts more than 700 different wine labels (yes…you read that right… that’s 700) with more than 5,000 bottles on hand in the temperature controlled cellar which is kept at a constant 64°.

A few weeks ago, Xixón’s Client Relations Manager, Lidia Hernandez, suggested to chefs Jon Gonzalez and Jose Ruiz that they should create a lunch menu which would allow the lunch patrons to sample a variety of the many dishes the restaurant had to offer in smaller “lunch sized” portions. The chefs responded by creating a unique menu which relies on locally available fresh ingredients to enhance the flavor of authentic Spanish dishes.

The wine cellar...5,000 bottles kept at a constant 64°.
The wine cellar…5,000 bottles kept at a constant 64°.

From a refreshing Gazpacho (chilled tomato soup) which goes so well with our Miami weather to Salpicón de Mariscos (seafood salad) brimming with shrimp, calamari, mussels, octopus with the just right touch of vinegar and olive oil and Pescado Fresco (fresh fish) which is… very fresh. I happened to sample Lubina (European sea bass) baked to a golden light crunch with a delicate white wine sauce, it was spectacular.

Salpicón de Mariscos
Salpicón de Mariscos

The Guisado de Carrilleras de Buey con Verduritas Estofadas (beef cheek stew with vegetables) is simply delicious with a rich and velvety red wine sauce which has that homemade taste that only slow cooking and careful attention to detail can bring forward.

The Arroz con Leche (Spanish rice pudding) had the right touch of sweetness and creaminess. The Crema Catalana (commonly referred to as a Spanish crème brulée) was the most delicate I have ever tasted.

The portions for the lunch menu which includes: soup, appetizer, main course and dessert, are just the right size to allow for thoroughly enjoying the meal, feeling satisfied rather than feeling overstuffed, after all…not all of us can take a “siesta” after lunch…but if we did…we’d probably dream about what to eat the next time we visit Xixón.

Lunch menu: $18.00

Bob Quesada on facebook

 

More images from Xixón:

 

 

The wine cellar dining area below.
The wine cellar dining area below.
The main floor level.
The main floor level.
P{Art of the tapas bar.
Part of the tapas bar.
The bar.
The bar.
Chefs Jon Gonzalez and Jose Ruiz.
Chefs Jon Gonzalez and Jose Ruiz.
Crema Catalana.
Crema Catalana.
Arroz con Leche.
Arroz con Leche.
Guisado de Carrilleras de Buey con Verduritas Estofadas
Guisado de Carrilleras de Buey con Verduritas Estofadas
Pescado Fresco.
Pescado Fresco.

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Crema de Langosta, Gazpacho and Crema de Calabaza.
Crema de Langosta, Gazpacho and Crema de Calabaza.
Large variety of cheeses.
Large variety of cheeses.
Great variety of hams.
Great variety of hams.

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Wine bar at the entrance.
Wine bar at the entrance.

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Self service wine bar.
Self service wine bar.
The daily specials.
The daily specials.
Upstairs.
Upstairs.
Upstairs can fit large parties.
Upstairs can fit large parties.

 

Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce’s Realtor Showcase Brunch and Learn Event 1/25/13

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Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce’s Realtor Showcase Brunch and Learn Event
Friday, 01/25/2013, 10:00 am – 01:00 pm
CG-RealtorMiami Association of Realtors Office
245 Alcazar Avenue ,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Webpage Link

A time to discover all things Coral Gables and hear from our public and private schools, city leaders, department heads in the Office of Development Services & Economic Sustainability, as well as information on the amenities that make Coral Gables the one-and-only City Beautiful! Fee includes seminar, mimosas and brunch.

Winn-Dixie Celebrates the Excitement of Calle Ocho with Special Appearence and Cooking Demonstration by Local Univision Celebrity Chef Maggie Jimenez 2/2/13

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Winn-Dixie Celebrates the Excitement of Calle Ocho with Special Appearence and Cooking Demonstration by Local Univision Celebrity Chef Maggie Jimenez
Saturday, 02/02/2013, 12:00 pm – 02:00 pm
WD-Maggie-Jimenez-Headshot-2Winn-Dixie Store # 251
3275 SW 22nd Street,
Miami, Florida 33145
Webpage Link

Winn-Dixie invites South Florida shoppers to join us for an afternoon of food, family and fun to kick-off this year’s Calle Ocho festival with mini celebrations throughout February and March at select Miami stores. As part of the celebrations, shoppers will enjoy a special cooking demonstration by Univision’s Celebrity Chef Maggie Jiménez, co-host of “Delicioso”, a Spanish language cooking and lifestyle show. Known for her simple and delicious recipes that make it so easy to learn, Jiménez will prepare easy Kraft Food recipes such as Mesquite Chicken Breasts with Lime-Avocado Salsa, JELL-O Cheesecake and a Strawberry Mint Mojito made with KOOL-AID.

In addition to the cooking demonstrations, event attendees will also enjoy Coca-Cola sampling, giveaways, live entertainment and more.

Caviar & Champagne with Artist, Carlos A. Navarro at MOSKOW DISKO, The Dome Bar 1/30/13

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Caviar & Champagne with Artist, Carlos A. Navarro at MOSKOW DISKO, The Dome Bar
Wednesday, 01/30/2013, 08:00 pm – 01:00 am
MOSKOW-DISKOThe Dome Restaurant & Caviar Bar
271 Miracle Mile ,
Coral Gables , Florida 33134
Facebook Link

Please Join Cuban-American Pop Artist, Carlos A. Navarro
for an Exhibit of his Most Recent Works

8pm
Wednesday, January 30th
The Dome Restaurant & Caviar Bar
271 Miracle Mile
Coral Gables 33134
( valet parking on street or in garage behind venue )

CAVIAR. ART. CHAMPAGNE. MUSIQUE.
Dinner:
8-10pm
A la carte menu
( see below or visit www.TheDomeBar.com )
Dinner Reservations:
call/text 944.232.0772
email: ErinMiaMilchman@gmail.com

Late Night:
MOSKOW DISKO
DJ Maximus 3000
Electro. Nu Disco. Indie.

Please visit artist, Carlos A. Navarro online:
www.carlosanavarro.com

An Event Produced by:
Alex Maximus Ferbeyre, DJ Maximus 3000
Hosted by:
Erin Mia Milchman
Please RSVP to:
call/text 944.232.0772
email: ErinMiaMilchman@gmail.com

Enhancing Food Security: Technology, Infrastructure, and Cross-Sector Collaborations 2/11/13

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Enhancing Food Security: Technology, Infrastructure, and Cross-Sector Collaborations
Monday, 02/11/2013, 04:00 pm – 06:00 pm
University of Miami Newman Alumni Center
6200 San Amaro Drive,
Coral Gables, Florida 33146
Webpage Link

Enhancing Food Security: Technology, Infrastructure, and Cross-Sector Collaborations
AS/COA Miami and the Center for Latin American Studies at UM present a forum on food security. Solutions will require cross-sector  collaboration and this program aims to offer an inspiring dialogue on the most innovative approaches to enhancing global food security. 

Miami New Times Artopia 2013 2/28/13

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Miami New Times Artopia 2013 from 7 to 10 p.m.
artopia_420x420February 28, 2013, 7 -10 p.m.
Coral Gables Museum
285 Aragon Ave.
Coral Gables, FL
NewTimesArtopia.com or like us on Facebook.

Presented by Coral Gables BID

A Celebration of Art, Fashion, Film, Music, Food and Culture

Miami New Times’ fifth-annual Artopia presented by Coral Gables BID, returns! Artopia will bring together 1,500 young professionals, local businesses, eventgoers, and art lovers alike for an evening of art, culture, fashion, music food, and film.

Some of Miami’s best artists, musicians, performers, fashion designers, and culinary masters will come together for guests to enjoy an eclectic and unique artistic experience. Event attendees will enjoy complimentary food, wine, cocktail, and beer sampling while viewing the city’s most interesting musical performances, a live fashion show, creative performance art, and works from local artists.

The New Times MasterMind Award will be given to local artists, writers, crafts people, or other performers whose work stands out for its enterprise, creativity, and genius. Past winners have included Jillian Mayer, the End/Spring Break, Drugged Conscience Records, Christy Gast, Jorge Rubiera, Matt Preira, Borscht Film Festival, Jen Stark, and Susan Lee-Chun.

Tickets cost $25 in advance or $35 at the door and include food sampling, spirits sampling, and full access to the Artopia event.  A limited number of VIP tickets are available for $45 in advance or $55 at the door and include access to the VIP Lounge with private DJ, premium restaurant sampling (available in VIP only), open bar, and full access to Artopia.  Tickets will go on sale in January 2013.

The Lampidis Foundation Cocktail fundraiser at Crave 1/30/13

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The Lampidis Foundation Cocktail fundraiser at Crave
lampidisWednesday, January 30, 2013
4250 Salzedo Street, Suite 1425
Coral Gables, FL 33146

Please contact us about purchasing tickets RSVP to olivia@alwaysexquisiteinc.com

The Lampidis Foundation’s will host its signature cocktail fundraiser Feed a fever-starve a tumor.

The evening begins with a silent auction in which guests bid on luxury gift and travel packages during a lavish cocktail reception participated by Miami’s gentry, business and social extrodinairs.

This gourmet extravaganza will be held from 6 to 9 p.m.Tickets are $50 per person and we are expecting a sell out event with over 300 guests attending as well as many sponsors.

This wonderful casual evening offers a great combination of  incredible food and awesome spirits and wines.

Hundreds of fabulous silent auction packages that include fascinating trips are available to guests.
 
Proceeds will support Dr Lampidis’ ongoing cancer research which is focused on eradicating cancer by exploiting a trait common to most tumors.

Fairchild Gala In The Garden 2/2/13

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Fairchild Gala In The Garden
Gala in the Garden InviteSaturday, February 2, 2013 at  6:30 p.m
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden
10901 Old Cutler Road
Coral Gables, FL 33156 
For more information on Gala in the Garden, please visit  www.fairchildgarden.org  and the  Gala in the Garden Web page. 
 
Individual tickets start at $600, and tables for ten can be reserved for $6,000. To purchase tickets, please contact Susannah Shubin at sshubin@fairchildgarden.org or call 305-667-1651, ext. 3375. 
 
Gala in the Garden, the annual “social event of the season,” arrives at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden. Now in its 20th year, the black-tie event is Fairchild’s major yearly fundraiser, with all proceeds supporting programs in conservation science, education, horticulture and collection management. The theme of this year’s Gala is “Botanical Tapestry” and the co-chairs are Swanee DiMare and Frances Sevilla-Sacasa. 
 
The event’s activities will ensure an elegant and enjoyable evening. The night begins with a cocktail reception and silent auction at the Shehan Visitor Center. Guests then proceed to the exquisitely lit and decorated Lakeside Marquee surrounded by a tropical paradise for an unforgettable night of first-class dining and dancing to the sounds of The Soul Survivors Orchestra. The stunning décor and delectable dinner is provided by Le Basque, a premier catering company based in Miami. Courtesy cocktails are provided by GREY GOOSE Vodka, a Gala sponsor.
 
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden is dedicated to exploring, explaining and conserving the world of tropical plants. It is one of the premier conservation and education-based gardens in the world and a recognized international leader in both Florida and international conservation. Fairchild has field programs in more than 20 countries throughout the tropical world including the Indonesia, South America, the Caribbean, Africa and Southeast Asia. Fairchild’s palm and cycad collections are considered the greatest collections in the world and are nationally recognized by the American Public Gardens Association. Fairchild has the largest education program in a metropolitan area reaching more than 100,000 schoolchildren in 2011. Fairchild hosts popular events like the Chocolate, Mango, Orchid, Food and Garden, Ramble and Edible Garden Festivals, as well as an annual art exhibition, concerts, plant shows and sales, evening events and more. Fairchild is a not-for-profit organization with 45,000 members.

Infinite Mirror: Images Of American Identity Opening Reception 1/25/13

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Infinite Mirror: Images Of American Identity Opening Reception
Friday, January 25, 2013 at 8p.m.
The Lowe Art Museum
University of Miami
1301 Stanford Drive
Coral Gables
www.lowemuseum.org.

Examining the vast cultural blend of Modern American society, Infinite Mirror: Images of American Identity is a rich, reflective exhibition showcasing the works of 39 distinct artists, on view January 26- March 24 at the University of Miami Lowe Art Museum.
 
Organized around four main themes – Self Selection, Pride, Assimilation and Protest – Infinite Mirror re-examines both the story and storytellers of the quintessential “American Dream” through a wide variety of media. “The images reflect the complex dynamics between people and within the minds of individuals as they participate in and contribute to a composite, inestimable culture,” explain Blake Bradford, Curator of Infinite Mirror and Director of Education at the Barnes Foundation. “We, as Americans, would need an infinite mirror to see our full reflection.” 
 
This diverse exhibition is comprised of the works of American artists of African, Arab European, Asian, Latino, and Native American descent, who explore their heritage through their art, evoking emotions of humor, heartache, anger, and apprehension. The artists assembled for Infinite Mirror illuminate some of America’s shadowy corners while remaining in the spirit of idealism and raising the questions about race, class, gender and age through each theme. They examine patriotism, communication, the struggle for acceptance, and what it truly means to be an American in the twenty-first century. 
 
Self Selection reflects how we choose to present and project ourselves to the world. Largely based in portraiture, the variety of techniques and twists on this age-old art form convey a multitude of values, desires and anxieties. In Ben Gest’s Alice Waiting, we see an older woman in a contemporary variation on a seated portrait, alluding to our interdependence and the multitude of ways in which society shares space and time., 
 
In Pride, artists explore an appreciation of one’s origins, character, values and personal accomplishments. Some works convey confidence and defiance in the face of inequality or degradation, while many others warmly exude joy, love and strength. These artists celebrate their lives as U.S. citizens while acknowledging the histories and traditions of their familial roots. Leamon Green Jr. renders this balance in his mixed media work Big Man Advisor, depicting a seated man flanked with a Benin sculpture to his left and a Roman or Greek statue to his right, paying tribute to both his African and European heritage. 
 
Many artists in Infinite Mirror are weighing in on the two-way transaction of Assimilation, the third theme, by investigating the degree to which new cultural contributions are accepted, mined, or rejected by society, while others are examining the degree to which they have retained their original cultures and the ways in which they have evolved and emerged in their changing environments. The tension that exists between these two ideas is the point of creative take-off for artists such as Tomie Arai, whose Peach Boy etching shows a young boy donning the trappings of a cowboy on the frontier, hinting at the actual experience of Asian immigrants working on the railroad and the myth of the American West.
 
Protest, the final theme, explores the American tradition of questioning the ideals of U.S. politics and social culture. In Richard Ray Whitman’s Do Indians Go to Santa Fe When They Die? and Edgar Heap of Birds’ Telling Many Magpies, Telling Black Wolf, Telling Hachivi, the artists use their work to question the treatment of Native Americans in the past and present. 
 
Infinite Mirror is developed by Artrain, Inc. and Brandywine Workshop, Philadelphia, PA, and is toured by International Arts & Artists, Washington, DC. Presented with support from the Institute of Museum & Library Services and the National Endowment for the Arts.
 
Curated by Blake Bradford, Director of Education at the Barnes Foundation, Philadelphia.  Co-curators are Benito Huerta, Associate Professor of Painting and Director and Curator of The Gallery at the University of Texas at Arlington, and Robert Lee, Executive Director and Curator at Asian American Arts Centre in New York.  A softbound catalogue accompanies the exhibition, containing essays by the three exhibition curators and an introduction by Brandywine Workshop President Allen Edmunds. Produced by Artrain, the catalogue includes artist statements, biographies and full-color photographs.
 
Support for the exhibition at the Lowe Art Museum is provided in part through a grant from The Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council, and the Miami-Dade Mayor and Board of County Commissioners.

Cast Reunion Party and Miami Rhapsody Screening Launch Celebration for Miami International Film Festival 30th Anniversary 2/8/13

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Cast Reunion Party and Miami Rhapsody Screening Launche Celebration for Miami International Film Festival 30th Anniversary
Friday, February 8, 2013
7 p.m. Screening Begins
9 p.m. Special Event at The Coral Gables Country Club

Miami Dade College Tower Theater
1508 Southwest 8th Street
Miami, FL 33135

The Coral Gables Country Club
997 North Greenway Drive
Miami, FL 33134
(Entrance at 990 Alhambra Circle)

Tickets are $130 for both film and party access, or $100 for Miami Film Society members. For tickets and more information, visit www.miamifilmfestival.com  or call 305-405-MIFF (6433).

On Friday, February 8, 2013, Miami International Film Festival (MIFF), produced and presented by Miami Dade College, will highlight its 30th anniversary celebrations with a “cast reunion” and screening of a film from 1995’s festival, Miami Rhapsody, directed by David Frankel, as part of  MIFF’s month-long Countdown Retrospective series.

Special guests include cast members Sarah Jessica Parker, Jeremy Piven and Carla Gugino, who will join Director David Frankel for the evening, which will begin with a 35mm screening of Miami Rhapsody at 7 p.m. After the screening, the “Cast Reunion” will continue with a party at The Coral Gables Country Club at 9 p.m.

Miami Rhapsody is a clever romantic comedy set in Miami about the infinite perils, and possibilities, of marriage in the mid-nineties. Director David Frankel, who also penned the screenplay, follows in the footsteps of Woody Allen in using introspective dialogue to detail the romantic troubles of a wealthy, neurotic Jewish family.

The party will be produced by Toronto-based Liberty Entertainment Group, one of Canada’s top nightlife and entertainment companies, who has been responsible for many Toronto International Film Festival gala parties for the past 15 years. Guests will be able to enjoy cocktails courtesy of Bacardi, as well as champagne provided by Premiere.

The evening is part of MIFF’s mission to celebrate and commemorate its 30th Anniversary with a Countdown Retrospective that begins Saturday, January 26, 2013. Each night leading up to the festival, a film from MIFF’s past will be screened at MDC’s Tower Theater.

Second Annual Gables Valentine’s Heart Crawl 2/9/13

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Second Annual Gables Valentine’s Heart Crawl
Saturday, 02/09/2013, 03:00 pm – 10:00 pm
SaveTheDateTarpon Bend
65 Miracle Mile,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Webpage Link

Need a Valentine? Look no further. The Young Associates of the Coral Gables Museum will host the Second Annual Gables Heart Crawl on February 9, 2013, with proceeds benefiting the Coral Gables Museum.

This love-themed pub crawl puts a spin on the traditional revelry by asking attendees to wear colors matching their relationship status. Green is single and ready to mingle; yellow lets other crawlers know “it’s complicated;” and red is for those who already have Valentine’s.

With a donation of $25 in advance or $30 at the door, heart breakers will enjoy complimentary cocktails at each location and plenty of opportunities to mix and mingle along the way. The event begins at Tarpon Bend on Miracle Mile at 3:00 PM and will continue to The Local, Fritz & Franz, John Martin’s and The Bar.

“The Young Associates has become one of Coral Gables’ best organizations for young professionals to learn about art, network, and even to find romance,” said Cristina Mas, president of the Organization. “If your New Year’s Resolution was to find someone special, this is the event for you. Come ready to find love, share love, or break a few hearts!”

Coral Gables Museum
The Coral Gables Museum celebrates the civic arts of architecture, city planning, landscape architecture, historic and environmental preservation and history-the elements that define Coral Gables. For more information: http://www.coralgablesmuseum.org.

Moonlight Tour & Yoga at Fairchild Tropical Garden with Rina Yoga 01/24/13

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Moonlight Tour & Yoga at Fairchild Tropical Garden with Rina Yoga
Thursday, 01/24/2013, 07:00 pm – 08:00 pm
54Fairchild Tropical Botanical Garden
10901 Old Cutler Road,
Coral Gables, Florida 33156
Webpage Link

Gate Opens at 6:30 pm.
Free Event From 7:00 pm to 8:0 pm.

Tram tours every hour and Free Yoga Class under the Moon.

Call 305.856.9642 for any additional information.

New World School of the Arts and Steinway Piano present “A Piano Recital by Dr. Milton Ruben Laufer” dean of music at NWSA 1/27/13

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New World School of the Arts and Steinway Piano present “A Piano Recital by Dr. Milton Ruben Laufer” dean of music at NWSA
Sunday, 01/27/2013, 03:00 pm – 04:30 pm
Layout 1Steinway Piano Gallery of Miami
4104 Ponce de Leon Blvd.,
Coral Gables, Florida 33146
Webpage Link

Dr. Milton Ruben Laufer, dean of music at NWSA, will deliver an exhuberant piano recital highlighting masterpieces from Spanish composers Isaac Albeniz and Manuel de Falla as well as from the French piano virtuosos Claude Debussy and Maurice Ravel.

The exhilarating afternoon program will feature Sevilla, Asturias, Cuba and La Vega by Isaac Albeniz; Manuel de Falla’s First Spanish Dance, Danza del Terror and Danza del Ritual; Claude Debussy’s L’Isle Joyeuse; and Alborada del Gracioso by Maurice Ravel.

Dr. Laufer, whose playing has been hailed as “fanfare-like… vividly colored…” by the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, is a seasoned educator and respected pianist whose Fulbright Scholarship propelled his research in Spanish piano music. He has been nationally and internationally acclaimed as a leading performer and scholar in this music genre.

Leonard Turkel Nonprofit Network Workshop Series Kickoff 1/24/13

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Leonard Turkel Nonprofit Network Workshop Series Kickoff
January 24 Save the DateJanuary 24, 2013, 8:30 – 11:30 a.m.
UM School of Business, Storer Auditorium
5250 University Drive
Coral Gables, FL

To RSVP or for more information, contact Laurie McDonald: lmcdonald@miami.edu

The Leonard Turkel Nonprofit Network will kick off its monthly series of workshops aimed at helping South Florida nonprofits pursue their missions at the University of Miami on January 24, 2013.

The kickoff event will be keynoted by George Knox, an attorney and law professor who has played a pivotal role in South Florida public policy and urban development. Daniella Levine, CEO of Catalyst Miami will be among the other speakers. Scot Evans, a UM faculty member who teaches in the Community and Social Change program, will highlight tools and resources for organizational self-assessment.

The initiative brings together leaders in community well-being, philanthropy, and nonprofi t administration for a monthly series of workshops to be held at UM during the spring and fall of 2013.

Named in honor of passionate community champion Leonard Turkel, who died in 2011, the project was spearheaded by the University of Miami’s School of Education and Human Development, the Miami Foundation, and the Turkel Resource Foundation. The School of Business Administration and Catalyst Miami serve as collaborating partners.

Join keynote speaker George Knox, Isaac Prilleltensky, dean of the University of Miami School of Education and Human Development; Gene Anderson, dean of the University’s School of Business Administration; Bruce Turkel, CEO/ECD, Turkel Brands; Charisse Grant, senior vice president for programs at the Miami Foundation; Daniella Levine, president/CEO of Catalyst Miami; Abbey Chase, president/CEO of Chase Marketing Group; and Scot Evans, a School of Education and Human Development faculty member who teaches in the Community and Social Change program.

UM Lowe Art Museum Presents Infinite Mirror: Images Of American Identity Opening Reception 1/25/13

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UM Lowe Art Museum Presents Infinite Mirror: Images Of American Identity Opening Reception
Friday, January 25, 2013 at 8p.m.
The Lowe Art Museum
University of Miami
1301 Stanford Drive
Coral Gables
www.lowemuseum.org. 

Examining the vast cultural blend of Modern American society, Infinite Mirror: Images of American Identity is a rich, reflective exhibition showcasing the works of 39 distinct artists, on view January 26- March 24 at the University of Miami Lowe Art Museum.
 
Organized around four main themes – Self Selection, Pride, Assimilation and Protest – Infinite Mirror re-examines both the story and storytellers of the quintessential “American Dream” through a wide variety of media. “The images reflect the complex dynamics between people and within the minds of individuals as they participate in and contribute to a composite, inestimable culture,” explain Blake Bradford, Curator of Infinite Mirror and Director of Education at the Barnes Foundation. “We, as Americans, would need an infinite mirror to see our full reflection.” 
 
This diverse exhibition is comprised of the works of American artists of African, Arab European, Asian, Latino, and Native American descent, who explore their heritage through their art, evoking emotions of humor, heartache, anger, and apprehension. The artists assembled for Infinite Mirror illuminate some of America’s shadowy corners while remaining in the spirit of idealism and raising the questions about race, class, gender and age through each theme. They examine patriotism, communication, the struggle for acceptance, and what it truly means to be an American in the twenty-first century. 
 
Self Selection reflects how we choose to present and project ourselves to the world. Largely based in portraiture, the variety of techniques and twists on this age-old art form convey a multitude of values, desires and anxieties. In Ben Gest’s Alice Waiting, we see an older woman in a contemporary variation on a seated portrait, alluding to our interdependence and the multitude of ways in which society shares space and time., 
 
In Pride, artists explore an appreciation of one’s origins, character, values and personal accomplishments. Some works convey confidence and defiance in the face of inequality or degradation, while many others warmly exude joy, love and strength. These artists celebrate their lives as U.S. citizens while acknowledging the histories and traditions of their familial roots. Leamon Green Jr. renders this balance in his mixed media work Big Man Advisor, depicting a seated man flanked with a Benin sculpture to his left and a Roman or Greek statue to his right, paying tribute to both his African and European heritage. 
 
Many artists in Infinite Mirror are weighing in on the two-way transaction of Assimilation, the third theme, by investigating the degree to which new cultural contributions are accepted, mined, or rejected by society, while others are examining the degree to which they have retained their original cultures and the ways in which they have evolved and emerged in their changing environments. The tension that exists between these two ideas is the point of creative take-off for artists such as Tomie Arai, whose Peach Boy etching shows a young boy donning the trappings of a cowboy on the frontier, hinting at the actual experience of Asian immigrants working on the railroad and the myth of the American West.
 
Protest, the final theme, explores the American tradition of questioning the ideals of U.S. politics and social culture. In Richard Ray Whitman’s Do Indians Go to Santa Fe When They Die? and Edgar Heap of Birds’ Telling Many Magpies, Telling Black Wolf, Telling Hachivi, the artists use their work to question the treatment of Native Americans in the past and present. 
 
Infinite Mirror is developed by Artrain, Inc. and Brandywine Workshop, Philadelphia, PA, and is toured by International Arts & Artists, Washington, DC. Presented with support from the Institute of Museum & Library Services and the National Endowment for the Arts.
 
An exhibition opening reception will be held Friday, January 25, 2013 at 8p.m., in conjunction with the exhibition, Stephen Knapp: New Light.  A lecture and closing reception, on Wednesday, March 20, 2013, will feature exhibition curator, Blake Bradford, Director of Education at the Barnes Foundation in Philadelphia.  The lecture begins at 7pm at the Storer Auditorium, University of Miami School of Business, with a reception following at 8pm at the Lowe Art Museum.  The lecture is free for Lowe members and University of Miami students; the reception is free for Lowe members and $10 for non-members.
 
Curated by Blake Bradford, Director of Education at the Barnes Foundation, Philadelphia.  Co-curators are Benito Huerta, Associate Professor of Painting and Director and Curator of The Gallery at the University of Texas at Arlington, and Robert Lee, Executive Director and Curator at Asian American Arts Centre in New York.  A softbound catalogue accompanies the exhibition, containing essays by the three exhibition curators and an introduction by Brandywine Workshop President Allen Edmunds. Produced by Artrain, the catalogue includes artist statements, biographies and full-color photographs.
 
Support for the exhibition at the Lowe Art Museum is provided in part through a grant from The Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council, and the Miami-Dade Mayor and Board of County Commissioners.

Eric Charles at the Coral Gables Blues Festival 1/24/13

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Eric Charles at the Coral Gables Blues Festival
Thursday, 01/24/2013, 10:00 pm – 01:00 am
EricCharles_MisterReedFritz and Frantz Bierhaus
60 Merrick Way,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
More Info Link

He’s back! Eric Charles appears one day only January 24th, Thursday, at the 15th Annual Coral Gables Blues Festival. After spending the summer in Chi-town, he’s returned to Miami and has run down the old gang, Mr. Reed on bass, Sweet Nate on drums and of course, Ma man Mitch on keyboard. Look for several local guest artists to appear with The Eric Charles Group, promoting their own new releases and helping Charles blues down the house. It’s Da Blues Baby ! Special Thanks to Fritz’ and Franz’ Bierhaus and to Harald Neuweg for supporting the blues in Miami. Support your supporters! Check us January 24th for DA BLUES!

ActionCOACH MarketRICH Event 1/18/13

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ActionCOACH MarketRICH Event
Friday, 01/18/2013, 02:00 pm – 05:00 pm
The Offices at the Biltmore Hotel
1200 Anastasia Ave, Suite 100,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Webpage Link

Did you know that marketing is more than just advertising? Marketing is Communication and Education.

Do you have sales that are like a roller coaster? By implementing a consistent marketing campaign you will bring balance to the highs and the lows.

Through attending this three-hour workshop, you will understand the importance of knowing and using the who, where, what, why and how’s of marketing your business and your products.

Learn how to test and measure your marketing, write ads that sell, and implement the 3 most important parts of a campaign.

Price: $95.00

WPBT2 Invites You to a Free Screening of Makers: Women Who Make America 2/19/13

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WPBT2 Invites You to a Free Screening of Makers: Women Who Make America
Tuesday, 02/19/2013, 06:30 pm – 09:00 pm
Makers-e-blast1Biltmore Hotel
1200 Anastasia Avenue,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
More Info Link

WPBT2 will hold a screening of Makers: Women Who Make America on Tuesday, February 19 at the historic Biltmore Hotel in Coral Gables, FL. The event will kick off with a reception at 6:30 p.m., and the screening will follow at 7:30 p.m.

Special guests include “Maker” Linda Alvarado and Executive Producer Betsy West. Alvarado and West will speak about the documentary and their stories following the screening. Guests will then have the opportunity to ask questions to the special guests.

The event is free and open to the public, but RSVPs are required.

To RSVP, please click here.

If you have any questions, please feel free to call Kristina Gutierrez at 305-424-4025.

UM Frost Concert Jazz Band In Celebration of Afro-Cuban Culture 1/30/13

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UM Frost Concert Jazz Band In Celebration of Afro-Cuban Culture
Wednesday, January 30, 8pm
University of Miami Gusman Concert Hall
1314 Miller Rd.
Coral Gables
Tickets : $ 15-General  admission;  $10 Seniors
For reservations-305-284-2400  or music.miami.edu  
 
The University Of Miami Frost School Of Music Presents In  Celebration of Afro-Cuban Culture with The University Of Miami Frost Concert Jazz Band
Dante Luciani : Conductor
Special Guest:  Felipe Lamoglia- Saxophone
 
Felipe Lamoglia is a Saxophonist from Cuba, a Grammy Award winning artist.  He has performed with musical giants such as Arturo Sandoval, Gonzalo Rubalcaba, Celia Cruz, Giovanni Hidalgo, Raul De Souza, Bocat, Conrad Herwick, Ignacio Berroa, Dafnis Prieto, Eldar Djangirov and many others.
He has also played in major jazz festivals all over the world along with artists like Michael Brecker, Wynton Marsalis, Joe Lovano, and Herbie Hancock.
 
The University of Miami Frost Concert Jazz Band is widely considered one of the top big bands in the country.  It has won multiple awards through the years and has been featured along with artists like Pat Metheny, Claire Fischer, Jim McNeely, Marie Schneider and countless others.

The LABA Networking Event 1/16/13

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The LABA Networking Event
labaWednesday January 16th, 2013 at 5:30pm
Danielson Gallery of the Biltmore Hotel
1200 Anastasia Avenue
Coral Gables, FL 33134

$15.00 for non-Members and FREE for Members!
RSVP (786)280-7330 / info@uslaba.com

With Special Guest Juan C Zapata.

Bring and invite your friends and business associates to enjoy, complimentary hors d’oeuvres, a cash bar with complimentary Caldas Grand Reserve Rum and music by Miami Nites Band.

The Dome Restaurant Presents Moscow Disko Wednesdays 1/9/13

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MOSKOW DISKO LAUNCH _v2The Dome Restaurant, Bar & Lounge, an environmentally conscious, farm-to-table eatery and caviar bar on Miracle Mile, is thrilled to announce Moscow Disko – a new weekly party celebrating food, music, and the arts, all in the heart of Coral Gables.

Hosted by local author, Ily Goyanes (Miami New Times, Miami International Book Fair, Girls Who Score: Hot Lesbian Erotica) and musically curated by Billboard DJ and Producer, Maximus 3000 (Miami Beach Pride, White Party, Winter Music Conference), Moscow Disko guarantees a memorable evening for sassy socialites and blithe bohemians alike. Expect The Dome’s exquisite edibles on hand, plus a reverse happy hour, $3 beers, and a complimentary champagne toast. Each week a different local artist will be exhibiting their work and mingling with guests.

Selected works from Eleazar Delgado’s “Sunshine Culture” series will be on display for Moscow Disko’s official launch party. A celebrated Miami artist, Delgado captures the rich history of Miami with bold colors and geometric shapes in a way that only he can. “My work illuminates portals to expose the beautiful way color and light shape the relationship between Miami’s historical icons and the Magic City,” says the artist. Delgado will be on hand to speak about his work and of course, to socialize! Guests will also have the opportunity to purchase selected works.

Come early and enjoy dinner or saunter in after 8 p.m. to sip on some savory cocktails and naughty nibbles — all at reverse happy hour prices. Appreciate the artsy, upscale vibe while enjoying the classic beats presented by Maximus 3000. The noted DJ and Producer will take Wednesday evenings back to the nights of Fire & Ice, playing all your favorite electronic hits from the early eighties, from artists such as Freeez, Lime, Kraftwerk, Telex, Yaz, Giorgio Moroder, Berlin, and Patrick Cowley.  For those lit lovers out there, a limited number of Goyanes’ latest book, Girls Who Score: Hot Lesbian Erotica, will be available for purchase. If you already own a copy of Girls Who Score, bring it with you for the author to sign.

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

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

 

2013 BACCF Feijoada 1/26/13

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Join the BACCF for the first event of the year! Meet our new Board of Directors and enjoy a fun-filled afternoon with family and friends.
Saturday, January 26th 2013
From 1:00pm – 5:00pm

BACCF Member: $45
Non-Member: $80
Children (10 years and younger): $20

Reserve an exclusive table for only $50 – SPACE IS LIMITED!

Alejandro Cordova Classical Guitar Concert in Miami 1/26/13

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Alejandro Cordova Classical Guitar Concert in Miami
Saturday, 01/26/2013, 08:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Alejandro-Cordova-2St Bede Episcopal Chapel
1150 Stanford Drive,
Coral Gables, Florida 33146
Webpage Link

Alejandro Cordova (Mexico)
Classical Guitar Concert, presented by The Miami Classical Guitar Society

The Miami Classical Guitar Society is proud to present the second concert of the series celebrating our 25th Anniversary, featuring Mexican virtuoso Alejandro Cordova – First Prize Winner of the 2011 “Ciudad de Coria” and the 2012 “Gredos de San Diego” international guitar competitions in Spain.

Born in Veracruz, Mexico, Alejandro Cordova studied at the University of Veracruz with Consuelo Bolio, Massimo Gatta and Alfredo Sanchez. He later studied with Paolo Pegoraro in Pordenone, and Stefano Viola in Italy. Alejandro has participated in master classes with renown guitarists Oscar Ghiglia, John Williams, Alvaro Pierri, Pepe Romero, Eliot Fisk, Pavel Steidl, Zoran Dukic, Carles Trepat, and others.

Since very early in his career, Alejandro Cordova has been awarded First Prize in numerous renowned International Guitar Competitions around the world. Some of these include:

First Prize Winner, International Guitar Competitions:
Gredos de San Diego, Madrid, Spain, 2012
Ciudad de Coria, Spain, 2011
Pisa, Italy, 2010
Paracho, Michoacan, Mexico, 2010
Julian Arcas, Almeria, Spain, 2009
Lamporecchio, Italy, 2009
Condado de Jaen, Spain, 2009
Durango, Mexico, 2008
Pachuca, Hidalgo, Mexico, 2008

Presently, Cordova has an intensive concert activity throughout Europe and has recorded his first CD with Naxos and EMI producer John Taylor in London.

Concert Date:
Saturday, January 26, 2013 at 8:00 PM

Location:
Saint Bede Episcopal Church
1150 Stanford Drive, Coral Gables, FL 33146
(At the University of Miami Campus)

Tickets: $25 general admission at the door, $20 members/seniors/students with ID. Children under 12 are free. Parking is free in parking lot. No Reservations needed.
To purchase tickets online or for more info, please visit www.miamiguitar.org

Stay Connected with The Miami Classical Guitar Society on Facebook:
http://www.facebook.com/MiamiClassicalGuitarSociety

Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce Realtors Showcase Brunch and Learn 1/25/13

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Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce Realtors Showcase Brunch and Learn
realtor-showcase-e-viteFriday, January 25 at 10:00am
Miami Association of Realtors Office
245 Alcazar Avenue
Coral Gables, FL 33134

The cost of this seminar is $25 for Chamber and Miami Association Realtor Members, and $30 for Non-Members.

Kicking off the New Year in gear, the Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce will host its Realtor Showcase Brunch & Learn program. The Chamber invites all realtors and guests to come out and hear from our public and private schools, our City leaders, department heads in the Office of Development Services & Economic Sustainability, as well as garner information on the amenities that make Coral Gables the one-and-only City Beautiful. The fee includes mimosas and brunch. This event is in partnership with the City of Coral Gables and is sponsored by Home Financing Center, with US Century Bank, Miami Association of Realtors, Strock & Tanner Mortgage Corp. and Second Chance Credit as supporting sponsors.

For sponsorship or event information, contact Morgan Huling at 305-446-1657 or mhuling@coralgableschamber.org .

Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce Evening on Aragon 1/23/13

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Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce Evening on Aragon
An-Evening-on-Aragon-eviteWednesday, January 23 at 5:30 PM
Coral Gables Art Cinema
260 Aragon Avenue
Coral Gables, FL 33134

The cost to participate in this event is $20 for Chamber Members and $30 for Non-Members / Guests. For more information and to register, please visit www.coralgableschamber.org

Take a Stroll Along the Avenue for an Evening on Aragon…

As the milder Winter season approaches and the outdoors are even more enjoyable, why not join us for a leisurely stroll – this time, with a purpose. Our Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce once again celebrates the diverse arts and culture community in Coral Gables with our annual Evening On Aragon program sponsored by Gibraltar Private Bank & Trust. Known as the arts epicenter of The City Beautiful, Aragon Avenue boasts such important cultural icons as the Coral Gables Art Cinema, Books & Books, Societa Dante Alighieri and the Coral Gables Museum.

Our stroll will begin at the Coral Gables Art Cinema, then to Societa Dante Alighieri followed by our last stop at the Coral Gables Museum, featuring its five latest exhibits: Building Bacardi: Architecture, Art and Identity, Sister Cities: Partners in Peace, EcoAtlas, Montgomery Botanical Center:  A Retrospective, Creating the Dream. Light refreshments and wine will be served.

Tigertail Presents Speakout Regie Cabico Performs Spoken Word 1/18/13

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Fri / Jan 18 / 8 Pm
Books & Books
265 Aragon Avenue
Coral Gables
booksandbooks.com
More Info
Free

Tigertail’s Glbtq Teen Spoken Word Project Reading/Performance

Tigertail brings back Regie Cabico, a poet and spoken word pioneer, winner of a Nuyorican Poets Café Grand Slam. Television appearances include two seasons on HBO’s "Def Poetry Jam." His work appears in over 40 anthologies. Cabico is of Filipino American descent and is an out and proud gay man who has been called the Lady Gaga of poetry.

The Dome Restaurant Presents Moscow Disko Wednesdays 1/9/13

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The Dome Restaurant, Bar & Lounge Brings Glitz And Glam To Coral Gables With Moscow Disko Wednesdays
MOSKOW DISKO LAUNCH _v2Wednesday, January 9 from 8 p.m. until 2 a.m.
The Dome
271 Miracle Mile
Coral Gables, FL 33134

The Dome Restaurant, Bar & Lounge, an environmentally conscious, farm-to-table eatery and caviar bar on Miracle Mile, is thrilled to announce Moscow Disko – a new weekly party celebrating food, music, and the arts, all in the heart of Coral Gables. Moscow Disko launches January 9, 2013, and Wednesdays on the Mile will never be the same.

Hosted by local author, Ily Goyanes (Miami New Times, Miami International Book Fair, Girls Who Score: Hot Lesbian Erotica) and musically curated by Billboard DJ and Producer, Maximus 3000 (Miami Beach Pride, White Party, Winter Music Conference), Moscow Disko guarantees a memorable evening for sassy socialites and blithe bohemians alike. Expect The Dome’s exquisite edibles on hand, plus a reverse happy hour, $3 beers, and a complimentary champagne toast. Each week a different local artist will be exhibiting their work and mingling with guests. 

Selected works from Eleazar Delgado’s “Sunshine Culture” series will be on display for Moscow Disko’s official launch party. A celebrated Miami artist, Delgado captures the rich history of Miami with bold colors and geometric shapes in a way that only he can. “My work illuminates portals to expose the beautiful way color and light shape the relationship between Miami’s historical icons and the Magic City,” says the artist. Delgado will be on hand to speak about his work and of course, to socialize! Guests will also have the opportunity to purchase selected works.

Come early and enjoy dinner or saunter in after 8 p.m. to sip on some savory cocktails and naughty nibbles — all at reverse happy hour prices. Appreciate the artsy, upscale vibe while enjoying the classic beats presented by Maximus 3000. The noted DJ and Producer will take Wednesday evenings back to the nights of Fire & Ice, playing all your favorite electronic hits from the early eighties, from artists such as Freeez, Lime, Kraftwerk, Telex, Yaz, Giorgio Moroder, Berlin, and Patrick Cowley. For those lit lovers out there, a limited number of Goyanes’ latest book, Girls Who Score: Hot Lesbian Erotica, will be available for purchase. If you already own a copy of Girls Who Score, bring it with you for the author to sign.

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

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

Photographs by Bob Quesada from Spizzigo and Giralda Under the Stars

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The layers are revealing themselves… caressing my taste buds… the stock, the wine, the “soffritto”, the tomatoes, the meat is so tender that it falls off of the bone and melts in my mouth, the flavors lingering behind, bringing back a certain nostalgia as if there was a “nonna” in the kitchen … I am sampling “Ossobuco alla Milanese” at Spizzigo on Giralda Avenue in Coral Gables. Ossobuco, a Lombardian specialty sometimes referred to as the “King of Meats” is a warm and succulent dish whose complexity never ceases to delight and satisfy; at Spizzigo they have turned it into the “Meat of Kings”.

Opened just eleven months ago, Spizzigo has managed to position itself as a must visit Italian food destination in the Gables. That is not an easy feat considering how many Italian restaurants are in the area.

The secret of this rise in popularity lies in keeping all the dishes authentic and paying attention to the most minute detail, as owner Eduardo Quesada (no relation) says: “…our veal comes from a specific farm in Australia, we buy only the best natural ingredients, we buy only the best cheese, our wines are unique to this restaurant and we make everything in house… even our own wood oven baked focaccia ” which is served at every table; the fact that his wife and daughters also work here is a testament to the family’s dedication. With so many eyes on the business, nothing escapes notice.

Spizzigo is a restaurant with several specialties one of which is “Fettuccine alla Ruota” the fettuccine is laced with seasoned cream and brought piping hot tableside, tossed into a partially empty cheese wheel where cheese shavings have been scraped from the inside. The pasta finishes its cooking process inside the cheese wheel where it absorbs the essence of the cheese. This is a must have, the flavor is just incredible. Another must have is the “Fiocchi” which are little pasta purses filled with pear and gorgonzola cheese, this is another one of those dishes which will titillate your taste buds as layers upon layers of different flavors caress your palate.

No great meal would be complete without a great dessert. Spizzigo doesn’t disappoint, among the incredible line up of homemade desserts, the “Nutella Gelato” stands out, it is Eduardo’s own creation and only available here. It is a marriage of mousse and gelato which produces a unique creaminess with a hazelnut flavor that stays in the palate and dissipates gradually. It is awesome.

Giralda Under the Stars hosted by Downtown Coral Gables offers an incredible al-fresco dining experience and gives restaurant-goers the chance to enjoy some of their favorite restaurants, along with live music, art and beautiful Miami weather every first Friday of the month from November to April 2013.

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Sharon Socol Fashion Book Launch 2/2/13

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Sharon Socol Fashion Book Launch
Saturday, Feb. 2, 2013, 8 p.m.
(In collaboration with Gables Gallery Night)
Books & Books (Garden area)
265 Aragon Ave.
Coral Gables, FL 33134

Launch of acclaimed photographer Sharon Socol’s fashion photo book, Plus One: An Outsider’s Photographic Journey Into the World of Fashion. An exhibition of images from Socol’s book will be exhibited during a party in the Garden of Books & Books in Coral Gables, in collaboration with Gables Gallery Night.

The debut photographic compilation by Sharon Socol, Plus One: An Outsider’s Photographic Journey Into the World of Fashion (Books & Books Press, 120 pp., hard cover, $60), features 100 candid images from seminal moments at famed fashion shows and parties in New York and Paris between 2001 and 2010. Reflecting her status as a self-proclaimed ‘plus one’ for husband Howard Socol, then-CEO of Barneys New York, Socol captured stunningly intimate moments not only of industry icons, including Diane von Furstenberg, Alber Elbaz, Narciso Rodriguez, Zac Posen, Tommy Hilfiger and Giorgio Armani, but also those who toiled behind the curtain – the dressmakers, dressers, choreographers, makeup and hair artists, bouncers and waiters who provided the backbone for those glamorous, fleeting moments.

Miami-Dade FAWL Havana Nights Gala 1/19/12

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Miami-Dade FAWL  Havana Nights Gala
havanaJanuary 19, 2013 – 7 Pm – 12 Am
Private Bayfront Estate
17575 Old Cutler Road
Palmetto Bay, FL 33157
Click here to purchase tickets today! 
 
Join Miami-Dade FAWL in Celebrating 10 years at Educate Tomorrow
Corporate Sponsorships Available: $500 – $25,000 
 
Honorary Chair  John DuBois 
Master of Ceremonies: Jackie Nespral, Anchor of NBC6 News  
  
Steering Committee 
Gala Chair: Roland Sanchez-Medina   
Deborah Baker,    Rebecca Ocariz,    Marisol Gomez-Decena,  Kristine Snively,    Casey Lyons,    Mary Dhanji, Suzanne Suarez,    Vanessa Rodriguez  
 
Music By Spam Allstars

62nd annual Beaux Arts Festival of Art 1/19/13-1/20/13

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62nd annual Beaux Arts Festival of Art
beauxJanuary 19-20, 2013, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
University of Miami Campus
Grounds of the Lowe Art Museum
1301 Stanford Drive
Coral Gables, FL 33124

Admission and Parking: Free

The 62nd annual Beaux Arts Festival of Art will bring more than 230 fine artists to the grounds of the Lowe Art Museum on the University of Miami campus during the weekend of January 19 and 20, 2013. 

Widely recognized as one of the region’s most popular outdoor art exhibitions and a South Florida tradition, the festival attracts thousands of visitors annually and offers works in 10 mediums for a variety of budgets. This year, artists hail from 30 states and abroad.

Admission and parking are free. Proceeds benefit the Lowe Art Museum, which will be open to the public all weekend, and support bringing children from low-income schools on cultural field trips to the museum.

The festival will feature live music, children’s entertainment – including free art activities, such as watercolor painting projects, for children ages 4-12  in the “City National Bank Art Park” – as well as a variety of dining options, making this event ideal not just for art enthusiasts but for families as well.

Children who attend the festival will receive a copy of the organization’s signature children’s coloring book, honoring Beaux Arts’ 60th anniversary in 2011 and featuring important works from the Lowe’s world collections and a museum map for children. Coloring books will be available at no cost at the “City National Bank Art Park,” in addition to City National Bank giveaways.

In addition to artists selected by a panel of jurors, visitors will find the “Student Artist Showcase,” featuring 150 pieces from Miami-Dade middle and high school students, on display inside the Lowe Art Museum throughout the weekend. A celebration honoring the students’ art will take place at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, January 15, 2013, at the Lowe. Sponsors of the Student Artist Showcase are BNY Mellon Bank and Joann’s Marketplace.
                                                                
The festival also reaches beyond artists and visitors. Funds raised help underwrite “Hands On!,” Beaux Arts’ signature program for children from underserved schools. ”Hands On!” introduces these Miami-Dade students to the world of art and museums via field trips to the museum. Additional funds raised are used for Lowe Art Museum exhibitions, improvements and acquisitions.

The festival was originally called the “Clothesline Sale,” as Beaux Arts volunteers used clotheslines to display the works of local artists in front of the Lowe. Over six decades later, the all volunteer-run Festival of Art has evolved and is considered one of the top outdoor fine art shows in the country.
 
Sponsors for the 2013 Beaux Arts Festival of Art include Mercedes-Benz of Coral Gables and Mercedes-Benz of Cutler Bay, City National Bank, AT&T U-verse®, BNY Mellon Bank, Ryder Systems, The Cobb Foundation, The Garner Foundation, Sir Galloway Cleaners, The New York Times, and Haggard Law Firm.

For more sponsorship and general information, visit www.BeauxArtsMiami.org, and follow us on Facebook at “Beaux Arts Festival”. Images available upon request.
 
Founded in 1952, Beaux Arts is a volunteer group of women comprised of 100 Active Members and over 300 Associate Members, who are dedicated to promoting interest in and financial support for the Lowe Art Museum at the University of Miami. All funds raised are donated to the Lowe Art Museum to support acquisitions, programming (including introducing elementary school children from Title 1 schools to the visual arts) and capital campaigns.

Cernuda Arte First Friday presents Cuban and Latin American Painting and Sculpture 1/4/13

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Cernuda Arte First Friday presents Cuban and Latin American Painting and Sculpture
cernudaJanuary 4, 2013, 7:00 – 10:00 p.m.
Cernuda Arte
3155 Ponce de Leon Blvd.
Coral Gables, FL 33134
www.cernudaarte.com

Reception: First Friday – Gallery Night

The exhibition features an impressive selection of works by Wifredo Lam, Mario Carreño, Amelia Peláez, Matta, Botero, Pablo Atchugarry, Tomás Sánchez, Víctor Manuel, Carlos Enríquez, Portocarrero, Eduardo Abela, Fidelio Ponce, Cundo Bermúdez, Antonio Gattorno, Rafael Moreno, Agustín Cárdenas, Loló Soldevilla, Gina Pellón, Joaquín Ferrer, Sosabravo, Mendive, Fabelo, Flora Fong, Vicente Hernández, Florido, Ramón Vázquez, David Rodríguez, Giosvany Echevarría, Li Domínguez Fong, Joel Besmar, Irina Elén González, Dayron González, and others.

Image:  Tomás Sánchez, Time to Nest, 1995, acrylic on canvas, 98 1/2 x 78 3/4 inches

Tigertail WordSpeak Team Read at Books & Books 12/27/12

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Tigertail WordSpeak Team Read
workspeakThursday, December 27, 2012, 8:00 PM
Books & Books
265 Aragon Avenue
Coral Gables, FL
No Admission Charge

Tigertail’s award-winning 2011 WordSpeak team brings you the leading edge of new work in spoken word. Incredible teens spit poems guaranteed to rivet you to your seat. Book cover designed by Chris Meesey, teen book editor Gio Garced.

Of the six WordSpeak team members, the five who will be reading are: Giovanni Michael Garced, Samantha Turner, Maylin Enamorado, Brianna Woods and Javana Dunnom. The sixth member of the team, Alejandra Nuñez, is not available to read for this event. Join these outstanding young poets for an evening of passionate performance.

Signed books will be available for purchase.

A Caribbean Christmas Toy Drive, Dancing and Cocktails to benefit the Casimiro Foundation 12/21/12

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A Caribbean Christmas Toy Drive, Dancing and Cocktails to benefit the Casimiro Foundation
christmasFriday, December 21, 7:00pm
La Palma
116 Alhambra Circle
Coral Gables, FL 33134

RSVP Online

What a great way to celebrate the holiday season!! Live band, DJ, cocktails and great company… While giving the gift of Christmas to a child. BP Media and Partners and Freedom Concierge Services have joined forces to support the Casimiro Global Foundation and help put a smile on a child’s face this holiday. Come out, enjoy yourself and contribute to a great cause!

Giralda Under the Stars 1/4/13

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Giralda Under the Stars
giralda1/4/2013, 7:00 PM
Giralda Avenue
Giralda Avenue between Galiano Avenue and Ponce de Leon
www.shopcoralgables.com
 
Over a dozen restaurants and bars on Coral Gables’ Restaurant Row on Giralda Avenue  will bring their culinary cuisine and popular libations to the ‘great outdoors".  Giralda Under the Stars hosted by Downtown Coral Gables gives restaurant-goers the chance to enjoy some of their favorite restaurants, along with live music, art and beautiful Miami weather every first Friday of the month from November to April 2013.
 
Giralda Under the Stars is open to the public. The event is family friendly and a good time for all. Reservations recommended where available. Most restaurant menus are available online. For more information and a directory, visit www.shopcoralgables.com, become a fan www.facebook.com/ShopCoralGables or follow us on Twitter @ShopCoralGables #Giralda.

Sedano’s Supermarkets Partners with History en Español to present Colors of my Culture Contest Mural Painting Event 12/13/12

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Sedano’s Supermarkets partners with History en Español to present “Colors of my Culture” contest mural painting event
Thursday, Dec. 13, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Sedano’s Supermarket
4801 SW 8 Street
Coral Gables, FL 33134
(8th Street and Granada)

Sedano’s Supermarkets has partnered with History en Español to host an art contest called “Colors of my Culture,” open to South Florida residents, 18 years old and older. Participants were invited to submit an original scale design that reflects their Latin culture.  The contest ran from Oct. 29-Nov. 30.  From the submissions, a select panel of judges has chosen a winner whose artwork will be recreated and painted on the exterior wall of Sedano’s Supermarkets’ Coral Gables store. The mural will be set up as a paint-by-numbers collage to make the activity fun and easy for attendees of all ages and skill levels to participate. There will also be face painting, a caricaturist and Latin music for the enjoyment of all attendees.

Cheers to New Year’s Eve at JohnMartin’s 12/31/12

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Cheers to New Year’s Eve at JohnMartin’s
Monday, Dec. 31, 2012
JohnMartin’s
253 Miracle Mile
Coral Gables
www.johnmartins.com

The set menu is priced at $57.50 per adult, includes entertainment and party favors. Those interested must make reservations by calling 305-445-3777.

The best place to celebrate New Year’s Eve is at JohnMartin’s Irish Pub & Restaurant. Bid farewell to 2012 with JohnMartin’s signature drinks and cocktails and ring in 2013 with bagpipers at midnight.

For starters, guests have a choice of French onion soup with toasted baguette, melted Swiss and Gruyere cheese; seafood linguini with shrimp, scallops, mussels & clams in an herb cream sauce; or romaine hearts with garlic crostini, shaved parmesan cheese in a Caesar dressing. As a main dish, guests may select between a tender filet mignon in a wild mushroom Madeira sauce with winter vegetables and duchess potatoes; free range chicken breast stuffed with spinach and ricotta cheese, sage polenta, green beans, carrot sticks and marsala sauce; or a pan seared salmon fillet served with scallion mashed potatoes, carrot and turnip puree, and a saffron beurre blanc sauce.

To end the evening, choose between profiteroles with fresh cream, amaretto-chocolate sauce and toasted almonds; warm honey apple turnovers with vanilla ice cream; or assorted cheeses with grapes, celery, crackers and baguette.

JohnMartin’s Irish Pub and Restaurant Annual Christmas Eve Dinner 12/24/12

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JohnMartin’s Irish Pub and Restaurant Annual Christmas Eve Dinner
Monday, Dec. 24, 2012, 5-10 p.m.
JohnMartin’s
253 Miracle Mile
Coral Gables.

The set menu is $29.50 per adult and $13.95 for kids under the age of 14. Those interested must make reservations by calling 305-445-3777.

Following their annual tradition, JohnMartin’s Irish Pub & Restaurant will host a three-course Christmas Eve dinner.
For starters, guests may select a luscious cream of mushroom soup or field greens with tomatoes, chopped bacon and egg with a champagne vinaigrette dressing. For the main course, guests have a choice of roast turkey and ham with a chestnut stuffing, mashed potatoes, garden vegetables and cranberry relish; roast pork loin served with black beans, rice, yucca and plantain chips; or grilled salmon filet with herb butter, served with white rice and garden vegetables.
To finish off the evening, a wide array of desserts will be available, including assorted cheese plates with grapes, celery, crackers and baguette; a warm, home-made Christmas pudding with sauce anglaise and fresh cream; and a succulent Bailey’s ice cream.

Actors’ Playhouse presents The Last Five Years at the Miracle Theatre 12/5/12-12/30/12

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Actors’ Playhouse presents The Last Five Years
Friday, December 7 through December 30, 2012. Evening performances: Wednesday through Saturday at 8 p.m.
Afternoon matinees: Sunday at 2 p.m.
A special weekday matinee is scheduled on Wednesday, December 12 at 2 p.m.
Miracle Theatre
280 Miracle Mile
Coral Gables, FL 33134

Tickets for weeknights and matinees are $40, and on Friday and Saturday evenings $48. The theatre offers a 10 percent senior discount rate the day of performance and $15 student rush tickets 15 minutes prior to curtain with identification. Discounts are based on availability and exclude Saturday and Sunday.

Group discounted rates are offered for 15 or more through our group sales department. Single tickets may be purchased through the box office at 305-444-9293 or online at www.actorsplayhouse.org.

Actors’ Playhouse is thrilled to welcome back Broadway star Janet Dacal and fan-favorite Christopher A. Kent as they star in Jason Robert Brown’s Drama Desk Award-winning musical The Last Five Years from December 5 – 30, 2012 at the Miracle Theatre.

The Last Five Years is a contemporary song-cycle musical that explores a five-year relationship between Jamie Wellerstein, a rising novelist, and Cathy Hiatt, a struggling actress. The story, told in the exuberant and heart-rending songs of award-winning composer Jason Robert Brown, chronicles the young couple’s romance in a new and exciting way: her story starts at the end of their relationship; his begins on the day they met. Funny and uplifting, the show captures some of the most heartbreaking and universally felt moments of modern romance, and promises to be an artistic treat for South Florida audiences.

Jason Robert Brown (13, Parade, Songs for a New World) is a Tony Award-winning contemporary composer renowned for his complex orchestrations, challenging vocals, and touching songs, which fuse pop-rock stylings with theatrical lyrics.

Actors’ Playhouse Artistic Director David Arisco will bring Mr. Brown’s critically acclaimed score to life with a stellar two-person cast.

“To celebrate our theatre’s 25th Anniversary Season with Janet Dacal, now a legitimate Broadway star, returning to where it all started for her is a unimaginable treat,” said Artistic Director David Arisco. “Both Janet and her co-star Christopher A. Kent were born to sing Jason Robert Brown’s incredibly demanding and delicious score.”

Janet Dacal (Cathy Hiatt) starred in Broadway’s Wonderland as the lead role of Alice, and also played the lead, Nina Rosario, in the Tony Award-winning Musical In the Heights, after having originated the role of Carla in the original Off-Broadway and Broadway productions. Dacal’s Broadway debut was in the Beach Boys musical Good Vibrations, and she also appeared Off-Broadway in Byzantium. The actress started her professional musical theatre career in Actors’ Playhouse’s 2002 production of Four Guys Named José…and Una Mujer Named Maria, and also appeared in the company’s productions of Five Course Love (Carbonell nomination), Urinetown and Annie.

Christopher A. Kent (Jamie Wellerstein) is a multiple Carbonell Award nominee who has starred in 30+ shows at Actors’ Playhouse over the past twenty years, and performed alongside Janet Dacal in the company’s 2006 production of Five Course Love. Recent credits include: Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat and Hairspray (Actors’ Playhouse), The Last Five Years (Places, Please Theatre Co.), At Last (Aventura Cultural Arts Center), Song Of The Living Dead (Promethean Theatre), and Next Fall (Caldwell Theatre).

The creative team for The Last Five Years includes Musical Director Emmanuel Schvartzman, Set Designer Sean McClelland, Costume Designer Ellis Tillman, Lighting Designer Patrick Tennent and Sound Designer Alexander Herrin.

This event is made possible with the support of Miami-Dade County with the support of the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs, The Cultural Affairs Council, The Miami-Dade County Mayor and Board of County Commissioners, with Support of the City of Coral Gables, and by the following sponsors: The Hampton Inn & Suites® Miami Airport hotel, Comcast, NBC Miami and MegaTV.

JohnMartin’s Irish Pub and Restaurant Annual Christmas Eve Dinner 12/24/12

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JohnMartin’s Irish Pub & Restaurant to Host Annual Christmas Eve Dinner
Monday, Dec. 24, 2012, 5-10 p.m.
JohnMartin’s
253 Miracle Mile
Coral Gables, FL
(305) 445-3777, or visit www.johnmartins.com .

The set menu is $29.50 per adult and $13.95 for kids under the age of 14. Those interested must make reservations by calling 305-445-3777.

Following their annual tradition, JohnMartin’s Irish Pub & Restaurant will host a three-course Christmas Eve dinner.
For starters, guests may select a luscious cream of mushroom soup or field greens with tomatoes, chopped bacon and egg with a champagne vinaigrette dressing. For the main course, guests have a choice of roast turkey and ham with a chestnut stuffing, mashed potatoes, garden vegetables and cranberry relish; roast pork loin served with black beans, rice, yucca and plantain chips; or grilled salmon filet with herb butter, served with white rice and garden vegetables.

To finish off the evening, a wide array of desserts will be available, including assorted cheese plates with grapes, celery, crackers and baguette; a warm, home-made Christmas pudding with sauce anglaise and fresh cream; and a succulent Bailey’s ice cream.

9th Annual Butterfly Festival 12/8/12-12/9/12

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9th Annual Butterfly Festival
Saturday, December 8, 2012 – Sunday, December 9, 2012 from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Fbutterflyairchild Garden
10901 Old Cutler Road
Coral Gables, FL 33156
More Info

Admission: Free for Fairchild Members and children 5 and under.
Non-members: $25 for adults, $18 for seniors 65 and up and $12 for children 6-17.
Eco-discount: If you walk, ride your bike or take public transportation to Fairchild, receive $5 off admission for adults and $2 off admission for children. Members, remember to bring your Rewards Card to earn your gift passes!
Military Discount: We are pleased to offer active military personnel free admission. In addition, admission for spouses is $20 and children $10. Please present Military IDs.

Flutter over to Fairchild and explore the colorful and diverse world of butterflies at our 9th Annual Butterfly Festival.
•Experience The Clinton Family Conservatory, featuring the brand new Wings of the Tropics Exhibit, to see butterflies and hummingbirds flutter through a
stunningly-designed tropical habitat
•Learn from local and national butterfly experts, including keynote speaker Doug Tallamy, author of the best-selling book Bringing Nature Home
•Explore our native butterfly garden and get to know the tropical butterflies of the rainforest
•Local vendors selling butterfly-attracting plants, as well as wares featuring these winged wonders
• Stop by KidWay for fun activities, like learning the life cycle of the butterfly
•Grab lunch from local food vendors or a bite in the new Glasshouse Café

Photographs by Bob Quesada of the “Cartas” multi-artist exhibition at Studio 1156 on 12/1/12.

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This is from the gallery’s press release:

Studio 1156 was born out of the need of five people wanting to experience the world of painting.

Twelve years ago five people individually came to Jaime Ferrer asking for advice on different art projects they had in mind. They wanted to learn about painting and they were willing to cover the expenses of renting a place to be used as the studio in order for Ferrer to share his experience with them.

Ferrer and his wife Ximena took the challenge to be the guides, this was also an opportunity to prove his thoughts about learning, – “I believe that in the USA, schools became a crude business about money and not the right of people to learn” – and somehow the idea of trying an ancient Greek model was not so crazy.

This Studio is not open to the public and the only way to be part of it is by a referral of one of its members and the studio space available. Once you are in, you are treated as an individual and creative person, exposed to a professional artist with the intention of growing and learning about Fine Arts.

The exhibition “LETTERS” is part of a yearly tradition. A theme is chosen and all the participants of the group are invited to reflect and create a piece, which is shown to the open public at the end of the year. In 2012 the theme was “Letters”.

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Lip Service, True Stories Out Loud: The Holiday Show 12/8/12

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Lip Service, True Stories Out Loud: The Holiday Show
Saturday, 12/08/2012, 08:00 pm – 10:00 pm
223101_1980390191962_1309389517_32371907_6139410_nActor’s Playhouse at the Miracle Theater
280 Miracle Mile,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Webpage Link

Lip Service is a night of true, personal stories told live by the people who lived them. Eight people, eight stories, eight minutes each. The stories are hilarious, heartbreaking, poignant, embarrassing, inspiring and all true.

Now in it’s sixth year, and the recent recipient of a Knight Arts Challenge Award, Lip Service is celebrating its 25th show with a night of true holiday stories.

Storytellers include: Matthew Allen, Mickey Angel, Patricia Asuncion, Inessa Freylekhman, Carlos Frias, Sarah Klein, Jeff Lawrence, Esther Martinez, Darin Spurlock, and your host Andrea Askowitz.

Tickets on sale now at www.lipservicestories.com.

Miami Veterinary Specialists Holiday Toy Drive 12/3/12 – 1/4/13

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Miami Veterinary Specialists Holiday Toy Drive
Wednesday, 12/05/2012, 09:00 am – 05:00 pm
556918_490490994324281_1766373220_nMiami Veterinary Specialists
8601 Sunset Drive ,
Miami , Florida 33143

This holiday season Miami Veterinary Specialists, Florida’s leading emergency and critical care veterinary specialty facility, is hosting a toy drive for needy pets. All donations collected from Monday, December 3, 2012 to Friday, January 4, 2013, will be delivered to the Humane Society of Greater Miami.

Shelly Fraley 1/5/13

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Shelly Fraley
Saturday, 01/05/2013, 07:30 pm – 10:30 pm
booksandbooksSHELLYFRALEYBooks & Books
265 Aragon Avenue,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Webpage Link

Nashville based solo artist Shelly Fraley will perform a variety of musical styles including piano, indie-pop and acoustic, singer-songwriter. The show will feature music placed on a string of major network television shows, commercials, and movies. You may just walk away saying “I’ve heard that before!”

The Healing of the Heart Through Art Workshop 12/1/12

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The Healing of the Heart Through Art Workshop
Sunday, 12/09/2012, 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
152Rina Yoga in The Roads
1250 Coral Way,
Coral Gables, Florida 33145
Webpage Link

This workshop is designed to strengthen your will and mind so that you can distribute inner healing energies (prana) throughout your body.

The workshop will begin by warming up and stretching your physical body with conscious heart opening asanas/poses. We will emphasize breath and bringing prana into the body with each movement. Next we will slow down our movements with a few yummy restorative heart openers followed by a guided meditation and the main event.

Our main focus in the workshop will be the powerful mandala exercise where we will make a luminous drawing of our hands. The drawing will act as a simple biofeedback device- a visual mirror to our eyes and brain- by making the invisible energies visible and more “real” to our conscious mind. As you draw your consciousness, prana, physical body, and paper and pencil all will be linked in an alchemic healing process.
Healing alchemy is the magical transformation that occurs when the artist consciously focuses and directs “prana” through the body out of the hands and fingers and, along with his or her individual inspired soul-consciousness, into materials such as (in this case) pencil and paper.
We will close with a meditation and gazing upon our drawings, with the intention that you become aware of the healing energies present within the body.

Please bring a yoga mat, pillows, blankets, drums, musical instruments , or any stones or personal items that inspire you on a deep level!

Price: $35.00 (includes all materials)

RSVP: https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/ASP/home.asp?studioid=17886

Public Relations Manager 12/5/12 – 12/30/12

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Public Relations Manager
Wednesday, 12/05/2012, 08:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Last-Five-Years-postcardActors’ Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre
280 Miracle Mile,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Webpage Link

Featuring Broadway star Janet Dacal and Carbonell Award nominee Christopher A. Kent, The Last Five Years is a contemporary song-cycle musical that explores a five-year relationship between Jamie Wellerstein, a rising novelist, and Cathy Hiatt, a struggling actress. The story, told in the exuberant and heart-rending songs of award-winning composer Jason Robert Brown, chronicles the young couple’s romance in a new and exciting way: her story starts at the end of their relationship; his begins on the day they met. Funny and uplifting, the show captures some of the most heartbreaking and universally felt moments of modern romance, and promises to be an artistic treat for South Florida audiences.

Playing December 5 – 30, 2012 at the Miracle Theatre.
Wednesday – Saturday at 8 p.m., Sunday at 2 p.m. A special weekday matinee is scheduled on Wednesday, December 12, 2012 at 2 p.m.

To purchase tickets, call 305-444-9293 or visit www.actorsplayhouse.org

ActionCOACH Team Sage’s 6 Steps to Massive Results 12/4/12

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ActionCOACH Team Sage’s 6 Steps to Massive Results
Tuesday, 12/04/2012, 07:00 pm – 09:00 pm
6-Steps-business-coaching-strategic-planning-support-marketingThe Offices at the Biltmore Hotel
1200 Anastasia Ave, Suite 100 ,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Webpage Link

Who: ActionCOACH Team Sage
What: 6 Steps to Massive Results
When: Tuesday, Dec. 4 at 7:00 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Where: The Offices at the Biltmore Hotel ActionCOACH business coaching 1200 Anastasia Ave, Suite 100 Coral Gables, FL 33134
Price: Free
RSVP: http://www.actioncoachteamsage.com/index.php?src=forms&ref=events_157_46&rtype=46

Learn How to Make Your Business Work So That You Don’t Have To!
Do you want to make more money? Do you want to control your time?Do you want to find and keep good people for your team? If you are ready now, RSVP now for the 6 Steps to Massive Results Workshop

Here´s what you’ll learn at 6 Steps to Massive Results: How to work on your business instead of in your business. How to take immediate control of the time you spend at your business. How to turn your marketing and advertising into an investment instead of an expense. How to get back thousands of dollars in lost profits. How to recruit, motivate, educate and retain exceptional employees. How to leverage your time to maximize efficiency and profits. How to systemize your business to provide consistent, exceptional customer service. How to get the quality of life that you started your business for in the first place.

For more information please visit: http://www.actioncoachteamsage.com/events/2012/12/04/seminars/6-steps-to-massive-results/

The Friday Night Wine Tasting Series at the Four Season’s-Brickell 11/30/12

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The Friday Night Wine Tasting Series at the Four Season’s-Brickell
Friday, 11/30/2012, 07:00 pm – 09:30 pm
The Four Seasons-Brickel
1435 Brickell Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33131
Webpage Link

Please join us for this Friday’s tasting of
” Excellent Wines for Gift Giving and Holiday Dinner ” as
this week’s theme. Co-hosted with Migual Pla-
of Folio Fine Wine Partners that represent the wine
selections of the Michael Mondavi family.We will be
tasting a great selection of truly delicious wines
from an international selection of wines from California,
Oregon, Spain, Italy and Austria that happen to be perfect
for pairing with your Holiday dinner (Turkey and Ham!)
and gift giving!

The tastings occur every 1st & 3rd (and 5th when occuring)
Friday night’s from 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM.
Cost is $20 and reservations are not required
Each week, we feature 10 wines by theme, grape type, region
or country of origin and includes a complimentary artisan cheese
platter.

F E A T U R I N G
Attems Winery ~ Pinot Grigio ~ Venezia-Guilia, Italy
Fillaboa Winery ~ Albarino ~ Rias Baixas, Spain
Laurenz V Winery ~ “Singing” Gruner Veltliner ~ Kremstal, Austria
Oberon Winery ~ Sauvignon Blanc ~ Napa Valley, California
Isabel Mondavi ~ Chardonnay ~ Carneros, California
Hangtime Winery ~ Pinot Noir ~ California
Isabel Mondavi ~ Pinot Noir ~ Willamette Valley, Oregon
Oberon Winery ~ Merlot ~ Napa Valley, California
Medusa Winery ~ “Creekside Vineyard” Old Vine Zinfandel ~ Napa Valley,California
Spellbound Winery ~ Petite Sirah ~ California
Luce della Vitte ~ “Lucente” Merlot/Sangiovese/Cabernet ~ Tuscany,Italy
Coppo Winery ~ “Montcalvina” Moscato D’Asti ~ Piedmont, Italy

Giralda Under the Stars 12/7/12

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Giralda Under the Stars
Friday, 12/07/2012, 07:00 pm – 12:00 am
Giralda Avenue
Giralda Avenue, between Ponce de Leon and Galiano Street,
100 Giralda Avenue, Florida Coral Gables
Webpage Link

Over a dozen restaurants and bars on Coral Gables’ Restaurant Row on Giralda Avenue (between Ponce de Leon Boulevard and Galiano) will bring their culinary cuisine and popular libations to the ‘great outdoors”. Giralda Under the Stars hosted by Downtown Coral Gables gives restaurant-goers the chance to enjoy some of their favorite restaurants, along with live music, art and beautiful Miami weather every first Friday of the month from November to April 2013.

Giralda Under the Stars is open to the public. The event is family friendly and a good time for all. Reservations recommended where available. Most restaurant menus are available online. For more information and a directory, visit www.shopcoralgables.com, become a fan www.facebook.com/ShopCoralGables or follow us on Twitter @ShopCoralGables #Giralda.

Havana Night Under the Stars 11/28/12

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Havana Night Under the Stars
Wednesday, 11/28/2012, 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Havanna-NightsLa Palma Ristorante and Bar
116 Alhambra Circle,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Facebook Link

Join us for a magical night in the courtyard of La Palma Ristorante & Bar.
Complimentary Appetizers!
Prix fixe dinner all night
1/2 price Mojitos from 7:00 – 8:00
Oscar D’Lugo will be serenading us and DJ Leo will be mixing the best in open format
Hand-rolled cigars available all night
Try your luck on the Roulette Wheel or Blackjack Table
And the beautiful Rumbera Girls from Underground Miami Entertainment will be with us all night!

Check out the delicious menu created for Havana Nights. Make your reservations for dinner today!

Choice of Appetizer:

BEEF CARAPCIO

Beef tenderloin sliced very thin and dressed with extra virgin olive oil, shaved Parmesan cheese and a squeeze of lemon

OR

LA PALMA CRAB CAKES
The Chef’s signature recipe

Choice of Entrée

BASSA FRANCESS
Fresh Filet of white fish sautéed with Dijon mustard and rosemary

OR

VEAL MARSALA
Pounded veal scallops sautéed with Marsala wine and mushrooms

OR

RISOTTO GAMBERI
Risotto with shrimp and asparagus

Choice of Dessert:FLAN OR TIRAMISU

One Mojito per person

Havana Nights Under the Stars

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Havana Nights Under the Stars… Guayaberas, mojitos, cigars and dancing!
La PalmaWednesday, November 28, 2012, 7:00pm until 10:00pm
La Palma Ristorante & Bar
116 Alhambra Circle
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
RSVP: info@freedomconciergeservices.com

Join us for a magical night in the courtyard of La Palma Ristorante & Bar.

Complimentary Appetizers!
Prix fixe dinner all night
1/2 price Mojitos from 7:00 – 8:00
Oscar D’Lugo will be serenading us and DJ Leo will be mixing the best in open format
Hand-rolled cigars available all night
Try your luck on the Roulette Wheel or Blackjack Table
And the beautiful Rumbera Girls from Underground Miami Entertainment will be with us all night!

Alcazaba Pre Thanksgiving Party by Bob Quesada

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They are dancing everywhere, in the hotel lobby, in the courtyard, in the restaurant bar, in the halls and of course on the dance floor which is “cheek to cheek” room only. The party, which is known as “The Alcazaba Pre-Thanksgiving Reunion” packs about two thousand people in the Hyatt Regency Coral Gables Hotel on the Wednesday night before Thanksgiving.

The crowd is enjoying disco, freestyle and latin music, DJ Alex Gutierrez is in control, every flawlessly matched mix brings a roar of approval from the forty to fifty something crowd which has waited a whole year for this. With the number of year round clubs that litter the landscape, one wonders: Why wait? Why this place?. As Gutierrez puts it: “…they get the sound of Miami here…Alcazaba has never changed…these people met the people they married here…they divorced because they would escape here on happy hour…this is built into the fabric of their life…”

Alcazaba opened in 1988 it stayed open for twenty one years. That longevity is almost unheard of for a club. The biggest night of the year for the club was always the night before Thanksgiving.

After closing in 2009 a funny thing happened… the patrons refused to let go. Slowly… via word of mouth and of course… social media, they demanded to have a party just like they had had every year for the past twenty one years, on the Wednesday night… before Thanksgiving. Hotel management complied and the rest, as they say, is history.

The party has now become a tradition, “This is the Cuban St. Patrick’s” says Gutierrez laughing, and to judge by the heavy hitters he’s got on the dj roster: Frank Banderas, Kiwi Mario and Mike in the Night, he is determined to make this the hottest spot south of Dublin. Even Billboard songwriter of the year Lewis Martinee drops by and mixes a couple of tunes to the crowd’s delight.

As the night progresses, Mike in the Night’s unique voice announces: “Ladies and gentlemen…we are going to be doing this once a month”…the crowd goes wild…the wait’s been reduced…from 364 to 29 days…

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Miami Jewish Film Festival 1/24/13-2/4/13

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Miami Jewish Film Festival
Hava Naglia Chairs-JennyJimenez_copyrightJan. 24 – Feb. 4
Cosford Cinema at the University of Miami
Coral Gables

Frank Theaters at Intracoastal Mall
North Miami Beach

Regal Cinema South Beach 18
Miami Beach.
www.miamijewishfilmfestival.com or call 1-888-585-FILM

Hora Happening at Miami Jewish Film Festival
 
The song is instantly recognizable. Hava Nagila (The Movie) which opens the Miami Jewish Film Festival on Saturday, January 26, is a toe-tapping, hand clapping romp through the history, mystery and meaning of a ubiquitous party song that has its roots in the shtetls of Eastern Europe, and has found a cultural re-boot with recordings by Harry Belefonte, Elvis and Connie Francis. Marking its’ sweet 16th year, the ten-day festival brings award-winning national and international dramas, thought-provoking documentaries about cultural diversity and racism, and endearing stories that explore friendship, trust and the art of forgiveness. Special events include Miami’s largest Hora dance on Monday, Jan. 21.

Images: Hava Nagila – wedding scene

Eric Vloeimans / Florian Weber – Virtuoso Chamber Jazz 12/11/12

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Eric Vloeimans / Florian Weber – Virtuoso Chamber Jazz
vwblastimageTuesday, December 11, 8:00pm
Coral Gables Congregational Church
3010 De Soto Blvd
Coral Gables, FL
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"Eric Vloeimans has emerged as a trumpeter with uncommon instincts, relentless lyricism and an astute ear for musical partnerships. Eric and Florian perform works from their recent CD Live at the Concertgebouw, a sublime work of understated power." ericvloeimans.nl

Actors Playhouse Musical Theatre for Young Audiences presents A Christmas Carol the Musical 12/1/12-12/23/12

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Actors Playhouse Musical Theatre for Young Audiences presents A Christmas Carol the Musical
December 1 through December 23, 2012.
Christmas Carol1Miracle Theatre
280 Miracle Mile
Coral Gables, FL 33134

Performances will be on Saturdays at 2 p.m.
Special holiday performances will be held on December 22 at 7 p.m. and December 23 at 3 p.m.

To kick off the holiday season, Actors’ Playhouse Musical Theatre for Young Audiences will present a timeless tale of yuletide spirit live on stage in A Christmas Carol, the Musical. A fabulous musical adaptation written especially for family audiences, this Miracle Theatre favorite promises to warm hearts as it reveals the true meaning of the holidays.

Adapted by Nina Felice and Actors’ Playhouse Director of Theatre for Young Audiences Earl Maulding, this Charles Dickens classic takes a musical turn in this festive favorite, with music and lyrics by Scott Morlock and Earl Maulding. A Christmas Carol, the Musical follows Tiny Tim and the entire Cratchit family, as they join three unearthly "Spirits" in trying to convince Ebeneezer Scrooge to change his "Bah-Humbug" ways.

To encourage the "Spirit of Giving" during the theatre’s production of A Christmas Carol, the Musical, Actors’ Playhouse will give every child who brings a new, unwrapped toy to donate during a performance, one free Flexible Anytime Ticket good for any remaining show in the Musical Theatre for Young Audiences 2012-2013 Season. Last day to donate toys will be on Saturday, December 15. All donations will be delivered that evening to Neighbors 4 Neighbors for distribution to families in need.

Tickets are $20 for adults and children and can be ordered online at www.actorsplayhouse.org  or through the box office at 305.444.9293. Group rates are available for 15 people or more. Birthday parties and corporate group bookings for holiday events are welcome.

Select weekday 10 a.m. performances are available for pre-arranged fieldtrips and can be booked through the education department at educate@actorsplayhouse.org  or 305.444.9293 ext. 606. Actors’ Playhouse provides detailed study guides and a talkback with the cast for all weekday student performances.

Kelly’s Kloset Klean Out Benefiting Dress for Success Miami 11/23/12

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Kelly’s Kloset Klean Out Benefiting Dress for Success Miami
Friday, 11/23/2012, 10:00 am – 07:00 pm
KellysKloset_Cleanout_FINALKelly Saks
34 Giralda Avenue,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
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Miami Fashion Blogger & Stylist Kelly Saks is clearing out her Kloset this Black Friday! Items up for grabs include gently worn (and some new with tags!) clothing, gowns, shoes, handbags & accessories from Saks’ personal collection. The Platinum Hanger Society Ambassador will be donating a portion of proceeds from the pop-up shop to Dress for Success Miami.

The charitable sale will be held at ISA boutique in Coral Gables with doors opening at 10am. Fatigued Black Friday shoppers will be treated to bubbles & sweets upon arrival.

For more information about Dress for Success Miami visit www.dfsmiami.org

For Giving Yoga Class With Rina Jakubowicz 11/20/12

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For Giving Yoga Class With Rina Jakubowicz
Thursday, 11/22/2012, 10:00 am – 11:30 am
154Rina Yoga in The Roads
1250 Coral Way ,
Miami, Florida 33145
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Enjoy a Vinyasa Style yoga class the day we dedicate to giving thanks… Although every day is ideal for giving and for thanking let’s gather together for giving our hearts and love to ourselves and others. As you know, Rina’s classes are always full of surprises… even to her too!
Regular class rates.

Sign up: https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/ASP/home.asp?studioid=17886

J. Del Olmo’s End of the Year Sample Sale 11/18/12

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J. Del Olmo’s End of the Year Sample Sale
Sunday, 11/18/2012, 11:00 am – 04:00 pm
imagesJ. Del Olmo Bridal Gallery and Couture
322 Miracle Mile,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
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Join us for J. Del Olmo’s End of the Year Sample Sale where gowns will be 50-80% off, including flower girls dresses and accessories! Brides, grab your maid of honor and we will see you this Sunday.

Carlos Molina & Friends Classical Guitar Opening Gala Celebration 11/18/12

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Carlos Molina & Friends Classical Guitar Opening Gala Celebration
Sunday, 11/18/2012, 05:00 pm – 07:00 pm
Carlos-Molina_Friends_OpeningGala-flat_FBSaint Philip’s Episcopal Church
1121 Andalusia Avenue,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
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The Miami Classical Guitar Society – 25th Anniversary, Opening Gala Celebration!

CARLOS MOLINA & FRIENDS* (Cuba/USA)
Sunday, November 18, 2012 – 5:00 PM
“…excellent artist and great interpreter of the unforgettable master Villa-Lobos” -Mindinha Villa-Lobos

*Featuring Guest Artists:
Carlos Averhoff (saxophone)
Ahmed Barroso (electric guitar)
Federico Britos (violin)
Sergio Gonzalez (piano)
Suzan de Gooyer (flute)
Teresa Madiedo (guitar)
Marisa Molina (soprano)
With a Special presentation by:
Jose Angel Navarro (guitar)
Horby Lopez & Ferguson High School Guitar Ensemble

Venue: Saint Philip’s Episcopal Church – 1121 Andalusia Avenue; Coral Gables, FL 33134
Tickets: $25 Gen. Admission at the door / $20 Members, Seniors, Students w/ ID
To purchase Tickets online, please visit www.miamiguitar.org

2012-2013 proudly marks the 25th Anniversary of The Miami Classical Guitar Society, a non-profit organization founded to raise awareness and encourage the knowledge and promotion of the Classical Guitar in Miami. This season is a celebration of the classical guitar, and the Silver Anniversary of the MCGS’ unparalleled record of excellence in initiating and developing a guitar movement in the city of Miami, and establishing South Florida as a hub of international importance for the instrument. We welcome you to celebrate with us!

Happy Hour at Mixtura Peruvian Cuisine with Savor Tonight 11/15/12

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Happy Hour at Mixtura Peruvian Cuisine with Savor Tonight
Thursday, 11/15/2012, 06:00 pm – 08:00 pm
Mixtura Peruvian Fusion Cuisine
160 Andalusia Ave,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
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Join Savor Tonight on Thurs, Nov. 15th for Happy Hour at Mixtura Peruvian Fusion Cuisine in Coral Gables. This hip, new addition to the Gables is housed in the former La Cofradia location and has received rave reviews since opening back in July. The menu features familiar Peruvian staples combined with fusion dishes highlighting the flavors of Japan and Spain (think — Peruvian sushi rolls), making for an innovative and adventurous experience.

Come by yourself or grab some friends, as you’re sure to enjoy your evening out filled with drinks, great food and new connections. Cost for this event is $10 in advance or $15 at the door. This includes one drink and a selection of complimentary hors d’oeuvres.

SocialBuzzTV November Networker with Luly B 11/20/12

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SocialBuzzTV November Networker with Luly B
182Tuesday, November 20, 2012 from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM
La Jolla Ballroom
301 Alcazar Avenue
Coral Gables, FL 33134

This is a Free event but you Must RSVP Online

It’s almost that time again!
 
Join us in the Gables on Tuesday 11/20/12 for our "November Networker"!
 
Come network and celebrate the launch of LulyB.com!

 Click here for our Sponsor Package details.

Actors’ Playhouse to Launch Third Annual Young Talent Big Dreams, Countywide Talent Search Presented by The Children’s Trust 11/10/12-4/20/13

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Actors’ Playhouse to Launch Third Annual Young Talent Big Dreams, Countywide Talent Search Presented by The Children’s Trust

Actors’ Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre, together with presenting sponsor, The Children’s Trust, announce the third annual launch of Young Talent Big Dreams, the most widespread local youth talent contest in Miami-Dade. Kids between the ages of 8-17 will compete for prizes ranging from performing arts scholarships, master classes with industry professionals, and cash awards to tickets to local attractions and theatres. County-wide competition begins in November, with auditions at five local theatres, and concludes with the semifinals and finals in April 2013. The contest will feature a total of five individual categories including; voice, dance, musical instrument, original spoken word and original vocal and/or instrumental composition, and group categories of six or less members including; dance, instrumental and rock/pop/jazz bands with vocals. Participation is free of charge and limited to residents of Miami-Dade County.
 
Seven preliminary auditions will take place in diverse locations throughout Miami-Dade, including the Miracle Theatre, South Miami-Dade Cultural Arts Center, Aventura Arts & Cultural Center, Paul W. Bell Middle School, and the Little Haiti Cultural Center. The semifinals and finals with will be held in April 2013 at the Miracle Theatre in front of a live audience! Participants may compete in one individual and one group category only, and those who pre-register will be given priority audition times.
 
"We are very proud of the opportunity to work with The Children’s Trust for the third year to make this exciting and important opportunity available to the talented young artists in our community," said Actors’ Playhouse Executive Producing Director Barbara S. Stein.
 
Young Talent Big Dreams is modeled after the many reality TV talent shows that have gained in popularity in recent years. Judges will include a host of local celebrities and professionals from the performing arts community. Each act will be allotted up to one minute during their preliminary audition performance, and two minutes for the semifinal and final round performance. Two contestants or more in each performance category from each preliminary audition location may be invited to compete in the semifinals and up to three contestants in each category in the semifinals will move on to compete in the finals. There will be a maximum of eight winners and one grand-prize winner chosen during the finals.
 
"During the past couple of years, it not only been inspiring to see so many talented kids come forward to participate, but to learn about how many of them have been inspired by the competition to seek additional training or opportunities in their art," said Modesto Abety-Gutierrez, President and CEO of The Children’s Trust. "We’ve also been able to connect some of the children in Young Talent Big Dreams to programs they never even knew about, and that’s a wonderful outcome as well."
 
Participation in Young Talent Big Dreams requires parental consent and is limited to residents of Miami-Dade County. Detailed information including the audition schedule, competition rules, and registration forms, please visit www.actorsplayhouse.org  or call 211.

Young Talent Big Dreams is sponsored in part by Wells Fargo, Steinway & Sons, the Miami Marlins Foundation, Baptist Health South Florida and Pollo Tropical.

 

Young Talent Big Dreams Preliminary Auditions Dates And Locations:
Times: Saturday Auditions 10:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. & Sunday Auditions 1:00 – 5:00 P.M.
 
Saturday, November 10, 2012 
South Miami-Dade Cultural Arts Center 
10950 Sw 211th Street, Cutler Bay, Fl 33189 
 
Sunday, November 11, 2012 
The Miracle Theatre 
280 Miracle Mile, Coral Gables, Fl 33134 
 
Saturday, January 26, 2013 
Aventura Arts & Cultural Center 
3385 Ne 188th Street, Aventura, Fl 33180 
  
Saturday, February 16, 2013 
The Miracle Theatre 
280 Miracle Mile, Coral Gables, Fl 33134 
 
Sunday, February 17, 2012 
The Miracle Theatre 
280 Miracle Mile, Coral Gables, Fl 33134 
  
Saturday, March 2, 2013 
Paul W. Bell Middle School
11800 Northwest 2nd Street, Miami, Fl 33182 
  
Saturday, March 16, 2013 
Little Haiti Cultural Center 
212 Ne 59th Terrace, Miami, Fl 33173 
 
Young Talent Big Dreams Semifinals
Dates And Locations:
 
Saturday, April 13, 2013
The Miracle Theatre
280 Miracle Mile
Coral Gables, Fl 33134
Time: 1:00 – 5:00p.M. 
 
Sunday, April 14, 2013 
The Miracle Theatre
280 Miracle Mile
Coral Gables, Fl 33134
Time: 7:00 P.M.
 
Young Talent Big Dreams Finals
Finals Sponsored By Wells Fargo 
Saturday, April 20, 2013
The Miracle Theatre
280 Miracle Mile
Coral Gables, Fl 33134
Time: 8:00 P.M.

The Green Friday Market with Calamarie Shop 11/6/12

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The Green Friday Market with Calamarie Shop
Friday, 11/16/2012, 04:00 pm – 09:00 pm
140Rina Yoga in the Roads
1250 Coral Way,
Miami, Florida 33145
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Forget Black Friday!
Shop Small. Shop Local. Shop Eco. Shop Handmade.
@ The Green Friday Market

Need to know more, want to be a vendor?
Email: info@calamarie.com

When: Friday November 16, 2012
Time: 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Where: Rina Yoga in the Roads
1250 Coral Way, Miami FL

007 James Bond Night 11/7/12

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007 James Bond Night
Wednesday, 11/07/2012, 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
zieloZielo Restaurant
264 Giralda Ave,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
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Freedom Concierge Services and Zielo’s Secret Service invites you to

“Bond 007 Night” in celebration of 50 years”

You Only live Twice (1967) so RSVP before you Die Another Day (2002).
Only The Man with the Golden Gun (1974) should keep you away.

Wednesday, November 007
7:00pm – 10:00pm

Try your luck at the Roulette Wheel or BlackJack in “Casino Royale”
Complimentary appetizers from 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Shaken Not Stirred 1/2 price Martinis from 7:00 – 9:00 – Special martinis inspired by our secret agent mixologist

****James Bond inspired 4 course Prix-fixe Menu available all night

Please RSVP to info@freedomconciergeservices.com

Galleria Ca D’oro Presents Endless Time Exhibition Dedicated to Salvador Dalí Opening Reception 11/14/12

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Galleria Ca D’oro Presents Endless Time Exhibition Dedicated to Salvador Dalí Opening Reception
Wednesday, November 14, 2012 from 7pm-10pm.
DaliGalleria Ca’d’oro | Miami
Village of Merrick Park
Suite 1505 – Ground Floor
3580 San Lorenzo Avenue
Coral Gables, FL 33146

November 1, 2012- January 31, 2012

Galleria Ca D’oro is pleased to present Endless Time, an exhibition dedicated to the renowned artist and master of surrealism, Salvador Dalí. The exhibition is slated to open November 1, 2012, coinciding with the unveiling of Galleria Ca’d’oro’s new location at the prestigious Village of Merrick Park in Coral Gables.

As an artist, Salvador Dalí needs no introduction. He will always arouse interest, speculation, discussion, and most of all, pleasure. “After the exhibition in Rome in Spring 2012 we wanted to open our new location with a great Master. So we brought the best of Dalí’s creative genius, transformed into three-dimensional sculpture, bringing forth his most famous and fantastic surrealistic images. Fifteen bronze artworks will be presented to collectors and art lovers for the first time at the Village of Merrick Park with prices starting from 11 thousand dollars.” says Gloria Porcella, curator and owner of Galleria Ca’d’oro. 

The exhibition includes two stunning museum sculptures: the Snail and the Angel, and the iconic melting watch for which Salvador Dali is perhaps best known: the Nobility of Time. The latter sculpture depicts a soft watch draped around a tree; on top of the watch is a crown. “The crown of a watch" usually refers to the mechanical device used to set the hands and wind the timepiece. But time, according to a Dalínian watch, cannot be set. Thus, Dali’s crown represents time’s mastery over man.

Standing in the garden of the Village of Merrick Park is the highlight of the exhibition: Woman Aflame. The monumental sculpture rises to an imposing 11.8 feet tall, creating a striking visual impact which will surely leave viewers awestruck.

This enthralling collection offers the public a rare opportunity to experience Dalí’s genius and untamed imagination firsthand, sending each viewer on an adventure into his captivating world of art and Surrealism.

The exhibition is organized in collaboration with the Stratton Foundation for the Cultural arts.  Mr. Benjamin Levi, President of the Stratton Foundation, is both an expert on and avid collector of Dalí’s work. With the focus on bronze sculptures, each piece in this collection-assembled over the last forty years-has been carefully chosen to bring various aspects of Dalí’s life’s work to the public eye.  These sculptures have been displayed in famous cities such as London, Paris, Berlin, Rome, Singapore, and Shanghai.

This exciting project has been managed by Gloria Porcella, the gallery’s curator, in collaboration with Manuela Campisi and Melissa Sesana. Campisi and Sesana are currently working together with Galleria Ca’ d’Oro on a public art project in London.

Monight Night 11/16/12

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Monight Night
Friday, 11/16/2012, 05:30 pm – 08:30 pm
Movie-Night-2-copyRight Space 2 Meet
100 Miracle Mile, Suite 200,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
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Movie Night @ Right Space 2 Meet
When: November 16, 2012
Where: 100 Miracle Mile, Suite 200, Coral Gables, FL 33134
Time: Happy Hour @ 5:30 PM, Movie @ 6:30 PM
Showing: The Blind Side, Rated PG-13
RSVP: info@rightspace2meet or RSVP on Facebook (Confirm # of guests)

Free Beverages and Holiday Treats for all guest!

Miracle on 136th Street Holiday Parade at The Falls 11/17/12

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Miracle on 136th Street Holiday Parade at The Falls
Saturday, 11/17/2012, 04:00 pm –
Parade00 MirFallsP DNSThe Falls
8888 SW 136th Street ,
Miami, Florida Miami, FL 33176
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Strike up the band! The official start of the Holiday Season will get underway when the 16th Annual ‘Miracle on 136th Street Holiday Parade’ marches into The Falls on Saturday, November 17th at 4:00 pm. Sponsored by South Miami Fiat, Beaches® Resorts, Cox Radio (Easy 93.1 and 97.3 the Coast), and Baptist Children’s Hospital, this year’s Holiday Parade benefits the South Dade YMCA Family Center, which is opening a brand new center the end of 2012.

Free and open to the public, this year’s parade will feature local marching bands, bag pipers, stilt walkers, a junkanoo band, a mariachi band, Brazilian dancers, a Dixieland Band, a penny-farthing bike, local dignitaries, and more! The Jolly Old Elf himself will also make his long-awaited first arrival of the season along with Mrs. Claus and their little helpers.

Celebrity Grand Marshal, Coco Jones, from Disney Channel’s original movie Let It Shine, will lead the way. Jones has also had recurring roles on Disney Channel’s So Random! and Good Luck Charlie. Coco recently signed to Hollywood Records and has been in the studio co-writing and recording all-new original music for her highly anticipated debut album.

Local celebrities including the Mayor of the Village of Pinecrest Cindy Lerner and the Mayor of Cutler Bay Ed MacDougall, plus Roxanne Vargas of NBC6, Mariana Rodriguez of Telemundo 51, Eileen Cardet of Univision, and Chief Meteorologist Max Mayfield of Local 10 will be spreading holiday cheer as they wave to joyful spectators from vintage cars.

Spectators are encouraged to arrive early to line both sides of the parade route before the 4:00 p.m. kick off. The parade route, which is located on the Boulevard in between the center and the parking lot, will start at the east end of The Falls in front of Bloomingdale’s and wind through the entire length of the center, west toward Macy’s.

David Finch Speaks at UM 11/14/12

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David Finch Speaks at UM
Wednesday, November 14, 2012, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Robert and Judi Prokop Newman Alumni Center
University of Miami
6200 San Amaro Drive
Coral Gables, FL 33146

David Finch, New York Times Best Selling Author and University of Miami Alum with Asperger Syndrome, University of Miami – Nova Southeastern University Center for Autism & Related Disabilities (UM-NSU CARD)

David Finch will be delivering a presentation on his memoir of marriage, Asperger Syndrome, and one man’s quest to be a better husband.

How to Breath and Control your State of Mind with Alexandra Santos 11/6/12

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How to Breath and Control your State of Mind with Alexandra Santos
Saturday, 11/10/2012, 01:00 pm – 03:00 pm
134Rina Yoga – The Roads Studio
1250 Coral Way,
Miami, Florida 33145
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The use of breathing techniques ( PRANAYAMA) at the moment of the physical practice will release the energy on your body to take you deeper into your asanas, while meditating and recalling on your personal awareness to prevent injuries.

At this workshop you will learn to:
* Enhance, maximize and control your breathing
* Stress Control
* Prevention of Injuries

Sign-up: https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/ASP/home.asp?studioid=17886

CocoPlum Bridal Show 11/8/12

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CocoPlum Bridal Show
Thursday, 11/08/2012, 06:00 pm – 09:00 pm
Cocoplum-Bridal-ShowThe Cocoplum Women’s Club
1375 Sunset Drive,
Coral Gables, Florida 33143
Webpage Link

Jon Perfect Wedding Guide at the Historic Cocoplum Woman’s Club! See the latest in wedding trends and get ideas for your big day.

• Tote Bags with Gifts for the first 50 Brides

• Gourmet Hors D’oeuvres & Cocktails

• Complimentary Cake Samples

• Hair & Make-up Trials on Site

• Unlock the Treasure Chest & Win Prizes

• Bridal Gown Giveaway

• Grand Prize Giveaway

• Free Parking

Brides who register on-line will save 2.00 on admission and have a chance to win RSVP prizes.

Winners will be contacted in advance and will receive their prizes at the show.

Brides $5.00 Guest $5.00

Fabulous Multi chamber of Commerce Event 11/7/12

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Fabulous Multi chamber of Commerce Event
multichamber-flyer2-1Wednesday, November 7th 2012, 6:30 to 9:00 pm
Aromas del Peru Restaurant
1930 Ponce de Leon
Coral Gables
Cost: $10 members / $15 Non memebers
rsvp@fabulousmiami.com by Thursday, November 1st 2012

The Chambers of Camacol, Colombia, Chile, Greater Doral, Downtown Miami & Brickell, Ecuador, Panama, Peru, Sweetwater along with Brickell Rotary Club, invite you to celebrate you to celebrate the Kick of Party of Taste of Peru.

Join Us To Celebrate The Most Important Peruvian Gastronomical Event In The United States Taking
Place In Our Hometown Of Miami, Coming Up November 9-11 At The Miami Airport Convention Center

Appetizers from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm courtesy of Aromas del Peru and a welcome Pisco Drink courtesy of Pisco 100

RSVP to your Chamber or club by November 5th, 2012 Bring your business card to participate in a raffle

Dress code: Business Attire

P. Scott Cunningham, Founder of O, Miami Poetry Bienneal to Read at USpeak 11/1/12

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P. Scott Cunningham, Founder of O, Miami Poetry Bienneal to Read at USpeak
Thursday, November 1, 8pm
Oasis Deli in the Whitten University Center
1306 Stanford Drive
Coral Gables, FL

USpeak events are free and open to the public, and are sponsored in part by the University of Miami’s Creative Writing Program, Multicultural Student Affairs and the American Studies Program.

Scott Cunningham is the co-founder and director of the O, Miami Poetry Biennial and the author of Chapbook of Poems for Morton Feldman (Floating Wolf Quarterly, 2011). A graduate of Wesleyan University, he is also the founder and director of the University of Wynwood, a faux-institution dedicated to advancing contemporary literature in Miami, FL. His poetry has appeared or is forthcoming in Harvard Review, Court Green, Sou’wester, Pool, PANK, McSweeney’s Internet Tendency, Abe’s Penny, and elsewhere.

A special reading by distinguished author P. Scott Cunningham  at the University of Miami’s USpeak Open Verse and Short Story Performance Series. In addition to our featured guest, USpeak spotlights audience members who share a page of their writing during USpeak’s Open Mic segments. Sign up begins at 7:30 when doors open.

Contact M. Evelina Galang, University of Miami Creative Writing Director (mgalang@miami.edu) or Patrick Sung, Graduate Assistant (patrick.k.sung@gmail.com). Visit http://www.miami.edu/uspeak for podcasts of previous USpeak performances, prepared by sound engineer, author, musician and talk show host Matt Gajewski.

Photographs of The Haunted Jaunt and Halloween Street Party at Ponce Circle Park on 10/24/12

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The Haunted Jaunt and Halloween Street Party at Ponce Circle Park on Wednesday, October 24, 2012.  The Haunted Jaunt was produced by The Ponce Society of Young Professionals and the proceeds went to Benefit the Coral Gables Community Foundation.

“Established in 1991 by community leaders, the Coral Gables Community Foundation has helped the youth, elderly, and disabled, as well as provided dental care for needy children, sponsored cultural activities, awarded academic, dance, and music scholarships, and offered seminars to educate the public on important health, finance, and estate-planning issues. “
  
“The Ponce Society of Young Professionals joins its mission to that of the Coral Gables Community Foundation: “To foster programs and initiatives that enhance the quality of life for people living and working in ‘The City Beautiful’, Coral Gables.”

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LoweDown Happy Hour African Masquerade 11/1/12

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LoweDown Happy Hour: African Masquerade
Thursday, November 1, 7pm to 9pm
University of Miami Lowe Art Museum
1301 Stanford Drive
Coral Gables
$10 Admission; Free for Lowe Members; 305-284-3535. www.loweartmuseum.org 

On the first Thursday of each month during the academic year, the Lowe Art Museum hosts the exciting LoweDown Happy Hour event. This monthly event is designed to broaden and deepen public knowledge, understanding, and appreciation of the visual arts, encourage membership to the Lowe, and enhance academic and public awareness and appreciation of art in general. Each month has a different theme along includes a gallery tour or lecture, light hors d’oeuvres, and bar. The crowd is diverse with Lowe members of all ages, patrons from the community, young professionals, as well as UM faculty, staff, and students with proper ID.

Masquerade is the theme for this month’s LoweDown. Don’t miss a guided tour of the renowned African Gallery by Dr. Marcie Wittmer, plus healthy treats from Cabot Cheese and PopChips, with cocktails generously provided Bacardi. Beverages by Vitamin Water Zero.

Annual Tree Lighting at Village of Merrick Park 11/15/12

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Annual Tree Lighting at Village of Merrick Park
Thursday, 11/15/2012, 06:30 pm – 08:30 pm
Village of Merrick Park
358 San Lorenzo Ave. ,
Coral Gables, Florida 33146
Webpage Link

As a kick off to the holiday season, and in celebration of year full of philanthropy events, Village of Merrick Park celebrates its annually awaited tree lighting ceremony with a community toy drive benefiting Toys for Tots. The 50-foot tree will be decorated with 55,00 LED lights, and brings out thousands of people for holiday festivities. Now in its tenth year, the annual tree lighting ceremony is the most anticipated family event of the holiday season at Village of Merrick Park. Starting a new series of holiday traditions, Village of Merrick park debuts the first-ever Shop-o-Holly brunch, benefitting Humane Society of Greater Miami’s 16th Annual Brunch for the Animals. Miami’s leading influencers, dog lovers and philanthropists are invited to EAT l SHOP l LOVE for $150 per person, featuring brunch favorites by CRAVE, Villagio, Sawa, Neiman Marcus and C’est Bon. In the holiday shopping spirit, many Merrick Park merchants are getting involved, including Jimmy Choo, Adolfo Dominguez, Dian Von Furstenberg, Tourneau, Agent Provocateur and Onda de Mar, with gifts, discounts and donations for brunch guests.

Miami’s Celebrity Chef Hani Khouri Hosting Cooking Class to Benefit Youth L.E.A.D. Miami 11/10/12

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Miami’s Celebrity Chef Hani Khouri Hosting Cooking Class to Benefit Youth L.E.A.D. Miami
Saturday, 11/10/2012, 11:00 am – 02:00 pm
YouthLEAD_Postcard_4x6_Back_001Coral Gables Congregational Church
3010 De Soto Boulevard,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
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Founder of Hani’s Mediterranean Organics Will Share Gourmet Secrets to Raise Funds for Food Justice Youth Programming

Youth L.E.A.D. Miami, a local nonprofit educating and empowering young people to adopt healthy, sustainable behaviors, today announced plans for a fundraising cooking class taught by celebrity chef Hani Khouri. A local goat herder and organic food producer, Hani supplies delicious organic hummus, baba ghanouj, tabbouleh and cheeses to many of Miami’s finest restaurants, including Michael’s Genuine, Meat Market and Escopazzo. All class proceeds will benefit Youth L.E.A.D.’s programming, which educates and empowers youth activists to address food and environmental justice issues in underserved communities.

Who: Celebrity chef, local goat farmer and Lebanese caterer, Hani Khouri of Hani’s Mediterranean Organics

What: Mediterranean cooking class and lunch buffet fundraiser

When: Saturday, November 10, 2012, 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Where: Coral Gables Congregational Church, 3010 deSoto Blvd (Across from the Biltmore)

Why: All proceeds benefit Youth L.E.A.D.’s after-school and youth employment programs, which teach young people to adopt healthy, sustainable behaviors and advocate for food and environmental justice in their schools and communities

Cost: $75 per person; discounts available for groups of four or more

How: Visit www.supportyouthlead.com or call to 1-786-529-LEAD (5323) to register. Interested parties are urged to act fast – Hani Khouri’s January 2012 “Outstanding in the Field” dinner for 100 guests sold out completely, and this event will be limited to 30 attendees.

Erin Healy, Founder and CEO of Youth L.E.A.D. says, “We’re grateful for Hani Khouri’s generosity in lending his time and expertise to raise funds for food justice. We at Youth L.E.A.D. believe that access to healthy food and green spaces is everyone’s right, and should not be limited by income, neighborhood, race or class.”

At the lunchtime fundraiser, Hani will teach attendees to prepare three delicious Mediterranean dishes. Originally from Lebanon, Hani is a multilingual MBA who started businesses in Saudi Arabia, Dubai and Jordan before moving to the Sunshine State. Upon arriving in South Florida, he purchased a few goats from a friend, and a business was born. He now produces food from a sizable family of organic, free-range, grass-fed Nubian goats. His firm, Hani’s Mediterranean Organics, sells healthy, organic prepared foods such as hummus and baba ganoush; goat, feta and halloumi cheeses; and goat milk ice cream in tropical fruit flavors. In addition to providing his foods to local restaurants, Khouri also sells his delicacies directly to customers at local farmers’ markets and via Redland Organics’ CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) program. His operation is animal welfare-certified, and he is a member of the Chefs Collaborative and Slow Food USA.

Whole Foods Market Coral Gables is donating ingredients for the class, and Hani’s Mediterranean Organics is donating goat cheese for the dessert recipe. All attendees will receive a free Youth L.E.A.D. recipe and resource book.

About Hani’s Mediterranean Organics

Hani’s Mediterranean Organics is an owner-operated organic caterer providing fresh goat milk, goat cheese and goat milk ice cream from its own goats. Its Mediterranean prepared foods contribute to a healthy, low-cholesterol diet. Its produce is locally sourced and certified organic. The firm does not process its foods, but rather handcrafts them to maintain their integrity and maximize the bioavailability of nutrients. Customers can find its products at South Florida’s finest restaurants and at the Coral Gables, Pinecrest and Coconut Grove farmers’ markets. For more information, please visit www.hanisorganics.com

About Youth L.E.A.D. Miami

Youth L.E.A.D. is a Miami-based nonprofit organization that educates, empowers and employs youth from underserved communities as food justice apprentices and outreach workers. Its after-school and youth employment programs teach young people to adopt healthy, sustainable behaviors and advocate for food and environmental justice in their schools and communities. Youth L.E.A.D. is fiscally sponsored by the Miami Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization. For more information, please visit www.youthleadmiami.org or follow its founder, Erin Healy, on Twitter at @youthleadmiami.

“Design for a Living World” Live and Online Auction 10/25/12

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“Design for a Living World” Live and Online Auction
Thursday, 10/25/2012, 06:30 pm –
Auction-EviteCoral Gables Museum
285 Aragon Avenue,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
More Info Link

The Nature Conservancy, proudly presents “Design for a Living World” exhibit at the Coral Gables Museum. The exhibit features nine highly-recognized designers that have created unique art pieces from all over the world using only sustainable materials.

Exhibit pieces include a gorgeous salmon skin dress from Isaac Mizrahi, woven Bolivian handbags from former Kate Spade designer Paulina Reyes, Ted Muehling’s glossy geometric bracelets made from vegetable ivory in Micronesia, and even python platforms made from invasive Burmese python in the Everglades. All pieces are available for purchase at the auction on October 25 to benefit The Nature Conservancy. This is truly art collection for a cause!

To purchase tickets: 1-407-389-4835 or online at: www.nature.org/designfl

Bring Your Pooch to Howl-O-Ween at Fairchild 10/31/12

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Bring Your Pooch to Howl-O-Ween at Fairchild
Wednesday, October 31, 2012
image002Fairchild
10901 Old Cutler Road
Coral Gables, Florida, 33156.

Admission is $25 for adults, $18 for seniors, $12 for children 6-17 and free to children 5 and under and Fairchild members.
www.fairchildgarden.org

Don’t miss out on one of the only days of the year that guests can bring their pooch to Fairchild on Wednesday, October 31, 2012. At Fairchild’s Howl-o-ween event, now in its fourth year, guests can take advantage of a great opportunity to enjoy special activities just for pups as they parade through Fairchild’s lush surroundings all the while showing off their Halloween costumes. Guests and their dog can hop on a special 1:00 p.m. doggy tram ride too!!
 
Enjoy samplings of 100% natural food and treats including doggie beer courtesy of Pepe Le Pooche Resort & Spa pet boutique. Get in on their raffle for a free grooming and products boutique offering unique styles for your pooch, personalized collars, leather leashes, and much more! Shake Shack will be giving away Pooch-ini® comp cards redeemable at local Shake Shack locations. Pooch-ini is a chilly treat for those with four feet featuring ShackBurger® dog biscuits, peanut butter sauce and vanilla frozen custard.
 
Now that’s something to wag your tail about!
 
Howl-o-ween Rules:
To protect our plant collections, please keep your dogs on the path or on grassy areas. Dogs are not permitted to walk onto planting beds. 
Dogs must be current on all vaccinations and have a current rabies tag attached to their collar.
Dogs must be leashed at all times and under the control of their handlers. Do not unleash your dog at any time.
Dog handlers are required to clean-up after their dogs.  Dog handlers must use "doggie bags" and dispose of them in the designated receptacles.
Aggressive dogs are not permitted in the garden. Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden reserves the right to refuse entry to, or remove, any dog thought to be dangerous to visitors or other dogs.
Dogs in heat are prohibited from entering the garden.
Most importantly, we ask that you use good judgment on all matters concerning your dog. This will ensure an enjoyable and safe visit for you and your best pal.

Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce Celebrates 87th Anniversary With One To Grow On Campaign 10/25/12

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Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce Celebrates 87th Anniversary With ‘One To Grow On’ Campaign!
October 25th, 2012 from 6-8pm
Cibo Wine Bar
45 Miracle Mile
Miami, FL 33134
www.coralgableschamber.org

On Tuesday morning, October 16, 2012, the Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce received a proclamation during the City Commission meeting whereby  Mayor Jim Cason and the City of Coral Gables declared October 25th “Chamber Day in Coral Gables”, in celebration of the Chamber’s 87th Anniversary.

To celebrate this milestone achievement for our Chamber and to remind the Coral Gables community that the Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce has been their faithful partner for nearly nine decades, the Chamber will host a unique event that will take place on a single day only in our community – Thursday, October 25.

Themed “One To Grow On”, Chamber leaders will swarm the community by sharing good news about our Chamber and our beloved City Beautiful. Throughout the day we will visit members and non-members of our Chamber one-on-one, directly in their place of business.

“As Chair of the Board of the Chamber, I’m honored to be a part of this milestone event in celebration of 87 continuous years of dedication and support to our community.   October 25th, 2012 will be a day to remember and I’m proud to share this anniversary with our members, Chamber leadership and the business community in Coral Gables,” said Darla Thompson, Cherry Bekeart & Holland, LLP.

Our goals are to identify, connect and recruit new members who understand the value of our Chamber and the associated benefits they will receive to further build and strengthen our long-standing brand in the Coral Gables community.

We will conclude with a special celebration at Cibo Wine Bar as part of their one year anniversary event from 6-8pm. There will be a celebratory toast by Mayor Jim Cason, with special guests Robert Furniss-Roe, President of Bacardi North America and Nick Di Donato, President & CEO of Liberty Entertainment Group.

Jamnesty 2012 Concert for Human Rights 11/15/12

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Jamnesty 2012 Concert for Human Rights
Thursday, 11/15/2012, 07:00 pm – 11:00 pm
jamnesty-logoUniversity of Miami: UC Rock
UC Rock: Middle of UM campus,
1236 Stanford Drive, Florida Coral Gables
Facebook Link

Jamnesty Concert for Human Rights
Featuring local and on-campus bands, live art, art for sale, body painting, workshops, vendors, and food. Along with speakers and nonprofits from the area, we are selecting a human rights theme to give a general scope over the show.

More information to be posted on the Facebook page.

Questions? Comments? Feedback?
amnestyinternationalum@gmail.com
www.facebook.com/amnestyum

Malice in Wonderland Adult-Only Halloween Party at The Dome 10/27/12

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Malice in Wonderland Adult-Only Halloween Party
Saturday, October 27, 2012, 9 p.m.- 2 a.m.
maliceThe Dome Restaurant & Caviar Bar
271 Miracle Mile
Coral Gables, FL 33143
$40 Cover

Open Bar: 9 p.m. Midnight

The Dome Restaurant & Caviar Bar in Coral Gables invites South Floridians aged 21 years and up to Malice in Wonderland, a Halloween extravaganza with a live DJ, drinks and more. While Halloween in Coral Gables is typically reserved for the kids or college students, this one is just for adults. For those who love Halloween, have a fondness for dressing up in elaborate costumes or simply enjoy a night out in a fun, eclectic setting, Malice in Wonderland is the premier costume party in Coral Gables. The theme this year plays off of the childhood story of Alice in Wonderland but with dark, ominous undertones.
 
Whether feeling devilish, freakish, ghoulish, or sexy, guests are invited to dress up in costume. Everyone is encouraged to pull out all the stops, as there will be a prize for best ensemble. Guests will dance the night away to DJ Bill’s set while sipping on Bacardi Superior Rum, Ketel One Vodka, Dewar¹s Bombay Gin, and Jose Cuervo from the open bar until midnight.

2nd Annual Burgerliscious Burger Festival in Coral Gables 11/8/12

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2nd Annual Burgerliscious Burger Festival
Thursday, November 8 from 6 – 10:00pm
Fred B. Hartnett Ponce Circle Park
2810 Ponce de Leon Blvd.
Coral Gables, FL
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Tickets:
General Admission is $50 and includes 6 “sliders” and two Samuel Adams beers.
VIP tickets are $100 and includes unlimited “sliders” and two Samuel Adams beers, as well as access to the Jack Daniels VIP Lounge.
Tickets are currently available online at www.burgerliscious.com.

Bonafide burger aficionados will be able to sink their teeth into gourmet burgers made by more than twenty of Coral Gables’ premier restaurants.  The festival also kicks-off Miami Live Music Month (www.livemiamimusic.com), a premier program of the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau. Energetic entertainment presented by The Stage will feature DJ Mayner and Mad World Orchestra.

“Burgerliscious was inspired by the very best in burgers and to remind everyone that food can be both flavorful and fun – as well as a reason to gather as a community,” said Mark A. Trowbridge, President and CEO of The Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce. “Our burger festival is designed to position Coral Gables as a foodie mecca, no matter your style, budget or gastronomic cravings.  It is about more than meat and cheese and bacon and toppings; it is about the experience.”

Participating Coral Gables restaurants include (to date):
·       1862 Room at the Westin Colonnade Coral Gables, The Café @ Coral Gables | Books & Books, Burger and Beer Joint, Christy’s Restaurant, Coral Gables Senior High School Culinary Arts Academy, Crave, Pao Town, Pincho Factory, Rok:Brgr, Route 9,  Seasons 52, Shake Shack, Shula’s 347 Grill, Sushi Maki, Tarpon Ben Raw Bar & Grill, Angelique Euro Café,  John Martin’s Irish Pub & Restaurant, Morton’s the Steakhouse, The Bar
Meat alternatives (veggie and fish options) will be available for those with restricted diets.

The Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce, Samuel Adams and the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau have partnered to present this appetizing event to the public. A portion of the evening’s proceeds will also benefit the Coral Gables Community Foundation to help support local small businesses.
BURGERLISCIOUS is sponsored by Sam Adams, the City of Coral Gables, Brown-Forman Beverages, the Naked Grape, and The Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce.

Coral Gables Museum Hosts Second Annual Party On The Plaza 11/2/12

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Coral Gables Museum Hosts Second Annual “Party On The Plaza”
Friday, 11/02/2012, 07:00 pm – 11:30 pm
Coral Gables Museum
285 Aragon Avenue,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
More Info Link

On Friday November 2, 2012 The Coral Gables Museum’s Young Associates will host their second annual “Party on The Plaza” featuring the latest artwork from Miami’s emerging talent.

“The Young Associates is one of the first young professional organizations in Coral Gables,” said Cristina Mas, president of the Young Associates. “We created this event to promote our group, the Museum, and to introduce up-and-coming local artists to the Miami arts community.”

Following the tremendous success of last year’s launch that raised over $25,000 for the Museum, the Young Associates are expected to bring in even bigger crowds with an expansive exhibition of bright young artists. Featured artists include Victor Alarcon, Christiaan Lopez-Miro, Alex Mijares, Paul Ramirez, Raul Boesel Jr., Gaudi Castro, and Michael Halley. All work will be available for purchase with proceeds going to the Coral Gables Museum.

Pre-sale tickets are currently available for $25 before October 15 and $30 after October 15. Tickets purchased the night of the event will be available for $35. The event will be held on Friday, November 2, 2012 from 7:00 – 11:30 p.m. at the Coral Gables Museum, located at 285 Aragon Avenue. For more information please visit: http://www.coralgablesmuseum.org/youngassociates.php.

American Man: The Price of Gridiron Glory – Reception and Movie Screening w/ HBO’s Jon Frankel 11/1/12

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American Man: The Price of Gridiron Glory – Reception and Movie Screening w/ HBO’s Jon Frankel
Thursday, 11/01/2012, 06:30 pm – 09:30 pm
American-Man2University of Miami Storer Auditorium
5250 University Drive, Coral Gables, FL,
Coral Gables, Florida 33146
Webpage Link

On Thursday, November 1st at 6:30pm the reception and private screening for American Man, a film directed and produced by Jon Frankel will be taking place at the University of Miami Storer Auditorium.

American Man, an emotional and inspiring documentary directed, produced and filmed by Jon Frankel, correspondent on HBO’s Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel, chronicles the life of Kevin Turner, a former NFL player, who was diagnosed with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) or more commonly referred to as Lou Gehrig’s disease.

Suggested minimum donation of $50 per guest. Proceeds from the reception and private screening will benefit the ALS Recovery Fund and the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Department of Neurology for ALS research and patient care.

The Haunted Jaunt Halloween Street Party 10/24/12

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The Haunted Jaunt | Halloween Street Party
Wednesday, 10/24/2012, 05:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Haunted-Jaunt-E-flyerPonce Circle Park
2800 Ponce de Leon Blvd.,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Facebook Link

The Haunted Jaunt is a Halloween-themed street party for adults 21+ to be held on Wednesday, October 24, 2012 from 5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. at Ponce Circle Park, Coral Gables benefiting the Coral Gables Community Foundation. The “Jaunt” will feature a walk-through street fair experience in which each sponsor will have its own “haunted house” on the streets of Coral Gables. Enjoy costume contests, walks through scary “Haunts”, food and drinks, vintage horror movies on the lawn and party with other young professionals for a great cause. Costumes are encouraged but not required. Ticket includes admission, complimentary welcome drink, coupon book including great deals from sponsors and raffle ticket for some great prizes.

Tickets: $20 | Buy Tickets Online

Date: Wednesday, October 24 from 5 to 11 p.m. | 21 and over

Location: Ponce Circle Park | Coral Gables

More info: www.facebook.com/hauntedjaunt

CANCELED Alzheimer’s Association to Host Walk to End Alzheimer’s 5K 10/27/12

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DUE TO WEATHER – THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED
Alzheimer’s Association to Host Walk to End Alzheimer’s 5K
October 27, 2012 at 9:00 a.m. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m.
The walk will start at Merrick Park – across from Coral Gables City Hall
400 Biltmore Way
Coral Gables, FL

The Alzheimer’s Association will host its yearly Miami-Dade Walk to End Alzheimer’s® event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. The Southeast Florida Chapter is inviting Miami-Dade residents of all ages to unite and participate in the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s®.

“As many as 5.4 million Americans currently have Alzheimer’s disease. Alzheimer’s is the 6th leading cause of death in Americans age 65 or older, and these numbers continue to increase. These alarming statistics show the importance and urgency of finding a cure and treatment for Alzheimer’s disease,” said Chief Executive Officer of the Alzheimer’s Association Southeast Florida Chapter, Ellen Brown. “Many people are not aware that Hispanics are about one and one- half times as likely to have Alzheimer’s and other dementias as older whites. It’s time to take action and fight against Alzheimer’s. The time is now! Alzheimer’s can’t wait!”

Walk to End Alzheimer’s is more than a just a walk. Miami-Dade participants also will learn about Alzheimer’s disease and how to get involved with this critical cause, from advocacy opportunities, the latest in Alzheimer’s research and clinical trial enrollment to support programs and services. Each walker will join in a meaningful ceremony to honor those affected by Alzheimer’s disease. Funds raised will provide care and support services to the residents of Southeast Florida living with Alzheimer’s, while also contributing to advancing critically-needed research.

In addition to the 5K walk; participants will enjoy family activities, music and much more. Start or join a team today at alz.org/walk. For more information, or call 800-272-3900.

UM Lowe Art Museum Presents Christo And Jeanne-Claude: Prints And Objects 11/9/12

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UM Lowe Art Museum Presents Christo And Jeanne-Claude: Prints And Objects
Friday, November 9, 2012, 7pm
The Lowe Art Museum
University of Miami
1301 Stanford Drive
Coral Gables

General Admission (not including programs) is $10, senior citizens and non-UM students are $5, and the Museum is free for Lowe members, University of Miami students, faculty and staff, and children under 12.
www.lowemuseum.org

Wrapped islands in Biscayne Bay – the Sydney Opera House – Central Park – Everyone has seen the pictures; now art enthusiasts can see the drawings and sketches that helped create those famous works from Christo and Jeanne-Claude, as well as photos of the finished product. Christo And Jeanne-Claude: Prints And Objects, an exhibition of more than 130 original numbered editions of prints and objects by Christo and photographic editions by Wolfgang Volz of works by Christo and Jeanne-Claude, is on view November 10, 2012 – January 13, 2013 at the University of Miami Lowe Art Museum.

Varied in content and technique, the collection represents more than 40 years of Christo and Jeanne-Claude’s versatile artistic career, and it includes works of art that date from as early as 1962 through 2004. The exhibition is being toured in the United States for this first time in more than 15 years.

Noteworthy pieces in the exhibition include preparatory works for and documentation photographs of “Surrounded Islands, Project for Biscayne Bay, Greater Miami, Florida;” lithograph/collages of “Arc de Triomphe, Wrapped” and “Wrapped Opera House, Project for Sydney;” photographs of “Valley Curtain, Rifle, Colorado” and “Running Fence, Sonoma and Marin Counties;” and sculptural objects such as “Wrapped New York Times” and “Wrapped Payphone.”

Although Christo and Jeanne-Claude have worked primarily with fabric, they have described themselves as environmental artists, working in both rural and urban environments. The artists are known for large-scale projects of short-term, reversible interventions in cityscapes and landscapes; their most recent project, “The Gates, Central Park, New York City, 1979-2005,” drew thousands of visitors to Manhattan’s Central Park during the 16 days of the project’s installation.

Many of the pieces in the exhibition relate to Christo and Jeanne-Claude’s large-scale projects – some representing completed projects, and others representing the artists’ conceptions of projects that were never realized. The act of drawing and collage is preparatory one for Christo in anticipation of a project’s execution. Once completed, the large-scale, temporary projects are recorded in photographs, documentary films and books.

All works created to be indoors, from 1958 until today, such as wrapped objects and packages, drawings, collages, scale models and lithographs are works by “Christo.” All works created to be outdoors, and the large-scale indoor temporary installations, are works by “Christo and Jeanne-Claude.”

The cost of realizing the work is enormous. Christo accepts no sponsorship, commissions or any public funds. He sells everything he has from the early packages and wrapped objects of 1958 from his storage, and any preparatory drawings for projects that are available in order to cover the expenses of each project.

A member’s preview on Friday, November 9, 2012 will feature Jonathan Fineberg, Gutgsell Professor of Art History Emeritus, University of Illinois, presenting a lecture called, “ Christo and Jeanne-Claude: On the Way to the Gates.” The lecture begins at 7pm at the Storer Auditorium, University of Miami School of Business, with a reception following at 8pm at the Lowe Art Museum. The lecture is free for Lowe members and University of Miami students; the reception is free for Lowe members and $10 for non-members.

The exhibition is organized by Metropolitan State College of Denver, Center for Visual Art, Denver, CO. Support for the exhibition is provided in part through a grant from The Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council, and the Miami-Dade Mayor and Board of County Commissioners. Christo derives no income from this exhibition.

For more information about Christo and Jeanne-Claude, visit www.christojeanneclaude.net .

J.R. Shine launches novel The Stockbroker: Insider Information 10/20/12

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J.R. Shine launches novel The Stockbroker: Insider Information
Saturday, 10/20/2012, 05:00 pm – 06:00 pm
Books and Books
265 Aragon Ave,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134

South Florida author J. R. Shine will discuss and sign her book The Stockbroker: Insider Information at Books and Books in Coral Gables on October 20, 5:00 p.m.

Set in South Florida, the novel is a mix of drama, romance, and suspense. Packed with gritty details of the back-room deals and intrigues that drive the stock market’s roller coaster ride, it follows the heroine’s progress from a privileged South Florida upbringing into the realm of exorbitant sales quotas, unprincipled coworkers, and ruthless competition. The elegant young stockbroker is introduced to Palm Beach’s high society, where she enjoys a life of luxury until she must face a shocking deceit that jeopardizes her career.

WHERE: Books and Books 265 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables 305 442-4408

WHEN: Saturday, October 20, 2012 5:00 p.m.

ABOUT J. R. SHINE
J. R. Shine was born and raised in South Florida, where she worked as a fashion model during high school and college. After earning a degree in economics from the University of Miami, she worked as an economist at a regional bank holding company. Currently employed by a major wire house firm, Shine has been active in the financial industry for nearly three decades. She has traveled extensively and enjoys gourmet cooking, painting, gardening, and playing tennis. J. R. Shine is active in several national charitable foundations. She lives in Miami.

 

CREW-Miami Cocktails, Community and Connections Silver Jubilee 10/18/12

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CREW-Miami Invites You to "Cocktails, Community & Connections – Silver Jubilee"
image002Thursday, October 18, 2012, 5:30 p.m.
396 Alhambra Circle 
Coral Gables, Florida

Members: $55.00, Non-Members: $65.00 with RSVP by October 13
(After: $75.00)
Free Valet Parking

CREW-Miami invites you to celebrate its 25th anniversary at its tenth annual Cocktails, Community & Connections Event. This year, the event will treat guests to cocktails, a fabulous silent auction and late dancing. Join Miami’s real estate and business professionals for an evening of networking and celebration, while raising funds to support the Women’s Fund of Miami-Dade and CREW-Miami’s programs.

Season’s 52 hosted and exclusive private preview of their Autumn Menu/Wine list By Betty Alvarez

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I always love to attend the private tastings of a restaurant as it gives me the opportunity to try out their menu varieties such is the case at Season’s 52. They hosted an exclusive wine dinner at the private event space. What is always different than the others is the live-steam introduction of the new menu from Season’s 52’s Director of Culinary Chef Clifford Pleau and Master Sommelier Goerge Milliotes.

The highlight of the menu was a sneak peak at the exciting new selections for the “Drink them Before their Famous List” selected personally by Goerge.

The cocktail reception included the Vista Hills Orange Pino Gris, Willamette’ 11 paired with Portobello Mushroom Flatbread and double hummus and Sea Salt Lavish. The first course consisted of Farrier Andiron Semillon, Alexander ’09 wine paired with Cider-Glazed Grilled Chicken Skewers. Second Course continued with Avanthia Godello, Valdeorras ’10/’11 paired with Maple Leaf Farms Sesame Duck Salad. The third course was Tillia Bonarda, Mendoza ’11’12 wine paired with All-Natural Piedmontese Steak. Fourth Course (almost there!) was Michael David Petit Petit, Petite Sirah, Lodi ’09/’10 and Glenelly Cabernet Sauvignon, Stellenbosch ’10 wine with Manchester Farms All-Natural Grilled Quail. Obviously, the fifth course was the dessert which was obviously the mini indulgence introducing the Pumpkin Mini indulgence.

A good experience had by all and can’t wait to try this again.

The Art of a Cure 10/13/12

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The Art of a Cure
flyer-picSaturday, October 13, 2012, 7:00 – 10:00 p.m.
Coral Gables Museum
285 Aragon Avenue
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Register Online
 
The Art of a Cure is back for the second year in Miami and will take place on Saturday, October 13 at the Coral Gables Art Museum.  All the proceeds from ticket sales and the silent auction will go towards the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation South Florida chapter.  Tickets can be purchased online at JDRF Events site.
 
The Art of a Cure will be an unforgettable evening to celebrate the arts, while raising awareness and funding research for diabetes.  Guests will be able to enjoy the cocktails, appetizers, silent auction, music and networking, as well as have their picture taken with fun props and poses at the photo booth.  Registration will begin at 7:00 p.m. and the silent auction will close at 9:30 p.m. 

Orchestra Miami’s Season Preview Concert and Fundriaser 10/28/12

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Orchestra Miami’s Season Preview Concert and Fundriaser
12-13webOctober 28, 2012, 7:00 PM
Coral Gables Museum
285 Aragon Avenue
Coral Gables, FL 33134
www.orchestramiami.org
 
Orchestra Miami celebrates its stellar sixth season with an intimate evening of chamber music- the perfect way to introduce you to the outstanding talents of our musicians. Mei Mei Luo, violin, Richard Hancock, clarinet, Richard Fleischman, viola and Ashley Garritson, cello, and Elizabeth Beers Kataria, soprano, join Artistic Director Elaine Rinaldi in works by Menotti, Stravinsky and Beethoven.

For only $30, guests will enjoy drinks and light refreshments as the musicians performs works written by composers whose works Orchestra Miami will perform throughout the 2012-13 season. A silent auction will be available throughout the evening. Advanced tickets can be purchased at www.orchestramiami.org or by calling (305) 274-2103.

Celebrating the Social Life of Things: National Archaeology Day at UM 10/20/12

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Celebrating the Social Life of Things: National Archaeology Day at UM
9:30am-5pm, October 20, 2012
University of Miami Lowe Art Museum
1301 Stanford Drive
Coral Gables, FL

All events are free and open to the public. RSVP at http://www.as.miami.edu/ArchaeologyDay/

Every October, the Archaeological Institute of America and other archaeological organizations across the United States, Canada, and abroad present archaeological programs and activities for people of all ages and interests.  The event at the Lowe Art Museum explores the traditions, new technologies, discoveries, and revelations about human experience that are all part of the exploration of human history.

Speakers:
John Gifford, UM CAS Departments of Anthropology and Marine Affairs
            "Little Salt Spring, Florida: A Unique Underwater Site"
Michelle Williams, Florida Public Archaeology Network 
            “Medicinal Plants and Pathologies Among the Windover Population of Florida”
William J. Pestle, UM CAS Department of Anthropology
"Moving Food, Moving People: Human Dietary Variation in the Ancient Atacama Desert, northern Chile"
Traci Ardren, UM CAS Department of Anthropology
            “Trading Tastes: The Role of Cuisine in Trading Relations at Xuenkal, Yucatan, Mexico”
Pamela Geller, UM CAS Department of Anthropology
            “Your Obedient Servant: Seminole Indians and the Samuel G. Morton Crania Collection”
Maureen Mahoney, Seminole Tribe of Florida 
            “The Role of Tribal Archaeology in Cultural Resources Management”
Terence Anderson, UM School of Law
            "When Wigmore Meets the Last Wedge"
William Scott Green, UM CAS Department of Religious Studies
            "Portrait of a Galilean Village"
David Graf, UM CAS Department of Religious Studies
            "Glimpses of Arabia’s International Aromatics Trade"

Opening Reception Color, Form, Space Three Abstract Artists at ArtSpace Virginia Miller Galleries 10/5/12

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Opening Reception Color, Form, Space Three Abstract Artists
CFS01Friday, October 5th from 6:00 to 10:00 pm
ArtSpace Virginia Miller Galleries
169 Madeira Avenue,
Coral Gables (Miami)

According to Bassmi, his paintings “are created to serve as windows to an inner passage where viewers can find their own undiscovered dimensions. When viewed in a meditative sense, they convey the poetry of creation; they help us experience the one-ness of life and a peaceful state of being.” For me, that statement could apply to all the works in this show.

I invite you to join us on Friday, October 5th for our opening reception for this exhibition or come by the gallery during the week and enjoy the beauty and serenity of these works.

Featured Artists
Bassmi
Michelle Concepción
Florian Depenthal

Image: Michelle Concepcion, Strings 5, 59 x 82 1/2 inches, Acrylic on Canvas, 2010, MCO160

The Haunted Jaunt Halloween-themed Street Party 10/24/12

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The Haunted Jaunt Halloween-themed Street Party
Wednesday, October 24, 2012 from 5:00 pm to 11:00 pm
hauntedjauntPonce Circle Park
Coral Gables, FL
www.hauntedjaunt.com

$20 per Jaunter
Tickets available here.

RSVP on Facebook

The "Jaunt" will feature a walk-through street fair experience in which each sponsor will have its own "haunted house" on the streets of Coral Gables.

Enjoy: Costume Contests, Walks through scary "Haunts", Food and Drinks, Vintage Horror Movies on the Lawn 
Costumes Encouraged, Not Required

Group discounts and sponsorship opportunities are available. See our facebook page or our web site for more information. 
Produced by The Ponce Society of Young Professionals. Proceeds to Benefit the Coral Gables Community Foundation.
 
Established in 1991 by community leaders, the Coral Gables Community Foundation has helped the youth, elderly, and disabled, as well as provided dental care for needy children, sponsored cultural activities, awarded academic, dance, and music scholarships, and offered seminars to educate the public on important health, finance, and estate-planning issues.
 
The Ponce Society of Young Professionals joins its mission to that of the Coral Gables Community Foundation: "To foster programs and initiatives that enhance the quality of life for people living and working in ‘The City Beautiful’, Coral Gables.

First Friday at Cernuda Arte 10/5/12

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First Friday at Cernuda Arte
cernudaFriday, October 5 from 7-10 pm
Cernuda Arte
3155 Ponce de Leon Blvd.
Coral Gables, FL 33134

Opening Reception: First Friday – Gallery Night
The artist will be in attendance at the Opening Night Reception for the exhibition

Dayron González: The Children of My Class
A solo exhibition at Cernuda Arte 
 
This one-person exhibition by contemporary artist, Dayron González, includes 25 works on canvas, some large-scale, remarkable for their visual power and the personal story they reveal.

A sixteen-page catalogue will be available to visitors.

On the second floor, a group show of artworks  by Cuban and Latin American artists.

Luis Cruz Azaceta: On The Edge 10/25/12

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Luis Cruz Azaceta: On The Edge 
Thursday, October 25, 2012, 7pm
Storer Auditorium, UM School of Business; Reception to follow at the Lowe Art Museum.
1301 Stanford Drive
Coral Gables, FL 33146
 
Lowe Members and UM Students: Free*; Non-Members: $10; RSVP: lowersvp@as.miami.edu ; *There is a fee to attend the reception for non-member UM students. 
 
Luis Cruz Azaceta was born in Havana but left Cuba as a teenager in 1960. After immigrating to the United States, Azaceta lived in New York and studied at The School of Visual Arts, ultimately relocating to New Orleans in 1992.  He has been awarded grants from The Guggenheim Memorial Foundation, The National Endowment of the Arts, and The New York Foundation for the Arts. His work is in the permanent collection of The Houston Museum of Fine Arts, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, The Lowe Art Museum, The Museum of Fine Arts Boston, The Museum of Modern Art, and The Whitney Museum of American Art in New York. 
 
“Art gave me a voice at a time when I had no identity,” says Azaceta. “Living in the large metropolis of New York, I found myself without a country, language or direction. There was a great need to express my condition as well as my surroundings. Painting became the vehicle. My whole trajectory of work has focused on the inhumanity, injustice and cruelty that we commit against each other." This lecture is sponsored in part by Taking Flight: The Year of the Humanities and the Arts at the University of Miami.   The year is specially designated to stimulate intellectual inquiry and discussion across the humanities by bringing to campus leading intellectuals and artists.

Lecture: The World of the Shoguns and its Demise: Japan from 1600-1900 10/21/12

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Lecture: The World of the Shoguns and its Demise: Japan from 1600-1900
Sunday, October 21, 1pm
Storer Auditorium, UM School of Business; Reception to follow at the Lowe Art Museum.
1301 Stanford Drive
Coral Gables, FL 33146

A reception and gallery tour follows at the Lowe Art Museum at 2pm. Lowe Members and UM Students: Free*; Non-Members: $10; RSVP: lowersvp@as.miami.edu ; *There is a fee to attend the reception for non-member UM students.

Dr. Stephen Halsey, Department of History, University of Miami, will provide an overview of Japan during the Edo and Meiji Periods, followed by a closing reception from 2-4pm at the Lowe Art Museum. Director and Chief Curator Brian A. Dursum will lead a final gallery tour of the exhibition, Introspection and Awakening.

Stephen Halsey is Assistant Professor of East Asian History at the University of Miami and specializes in modern China, with additional fields in economic history, comparative colonialism, and global history. He completed his doctoral work at the University of Chicago and has also studied at National Taiwan University and Beijing Normal University. Before coming to Miami, he held the Alice Kaplan Postdoctoral Fellowship in the Humanities at Northwestern University and participated in an interdisciplinary teaching program called “The Great Society.” Halsey is currently completing a book manuscript entitled The Quest for Power: European Imperialism and the Evolution of Chinese Statecraft, 1850-1922.

Lecture: Art of the Floating World: 19th Century Japanese Prints 10/18/12

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Lecture: Art of the Floating World: 19th Century Japanese Prints
Thursday, October 18, 2012, 7pm
Storer Auditorium, UM School of Business
1301 Stanford Drive
Coral Gables, FL 33146

Reception to follow at the Lowe Art Museum.
A reception follows at the Lowe Art Museum at 8pm. Lowe Members and UM Students: Free*; Non-Members: $10; RSVP: lowersvp@as.miami.edu; *There is a fee to attend the reception for non-member UM students.

Independent Curator and Scholar of Japanese art, Laura Mueller, will discuss Japanese woodblock prints of the Edo and Meiji Periods including many on display in the Lowe Art Museum’s current exhibition, Introspection and Awakening: Japanese Art of the Edo and Meiji Periods, 1615-1912.

Laura J. Mueller received her Master of Arts and Business Administration from Southern Methodist University, Dallas, TX, and has served as a curatorial consultant at the Brooklyn Museum of Art, the Toledo Museum of Art, and the Newark Museum, as well as holding the position of the Van Vleck Associate Curator of Japanese Prints at the Chazen Museum of Art in Madison, WI. Ms. Mueller is the author of many publications on Japanese prints including, Strong Women, Beautiful Men: Japanese Portrait Prints from theToledo Museum of Art ( 2005), Competition and Collaboration: Japanese Prints of the Utagawa School, Chazen Museum of Art, (2007); Beauty & Bravado in Japanese Woodblock Prints: Highlights from the Gillett G. Griffin Collection (2009); and Adornments in Clay: Ceramic Netsuke from the Richard R. Silverman Collection (2010).She is currently completing her Ph.D. at the University of Wisconsin, Madison on Competition and Collaboration in Edo Print Culture: Creative Specialization and Market Eminence of Artists of the Utagawa School, 1770-1900.

Jonathan Kozol Fire In The Ashes 10/2/12

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Jonathan Kozol: Fire In The Ashes
Tuesday, October 2, 2012, 6pm
University of Miami Fieldhouse
1245 Dauer Drive
Coral Gables, FL  33146

Investigative journalist and author Jonathan Kozol has been called “today’s most eloquent spokesman for America’s disenfranchised.”

This presentation highlights Kozol’s powerful and culminating work about a group of inner-city children he has known for many years. For nearly 50 years, Kozol has persistently crossed the lines of class and race: first as a teacher, then as the author of tender and heart-breaking books about the children he has called “the outcasts of our nation’s ingenuity.” A winner of the National Book Award, the Robert F. Kennedy Book Award, and many other honors, he is also the author of Death at an Early Age, Savage Inequalities, and other books.

In Fire in the Ashes, Kozol returns to the scene of Rachel and Her Children and Amazing Grace to share with us their fascinating journeys and unexpected victories of the children he portrayed in these earlier books as they grow into adulthood. Because Kozol believes young people speak most eloquently for themselves, he steps aside to allow his subjects, full of the vitality and spontaneity of youth, to provide their own testimony in this compelling work.

Whole Foods Market Coral Gables Celebrates Its Fifth Anniversary 9/28/12-9/30/12

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Whole Foods Market Coral Gables Celebrates Its Fifth Anniversary
wholefoodsFriday, September 28 – Sunday, September 30, 2012
Whole Foods Market – Coral Gables
6701 Red Road
Coral Gables, FL

Join Whole Foods Market – Coral Gables for its Fifth Anniversary Celebration beginning on Friday, September 28 through Sunday, September 30, 2012. Customers and community members are invited to come out and commemorate Whole Foods Market – Coral Gables’ fifth birthday. The three-day long bash will include live music, special store discounts, beer tastings, an outdoor BBQ, face painting for kids and the chance to win a Whole Foods Market gift card. As a way of giving back to the local community, proceeds collected during the weekend will be donated to support Fellowship House South Miami, a non-profit organization founded to assist adults with psychiatric disabilities and substance abuse disorders. Schedule of events follows:
 
Friday, September 28
·         8 am – 10 pm; Exclusive Anniversary One Day Sale: For one day only, customers will enjoy exclusive specials on many favorite items throughout the store. Prices valid at the Coral Gables store.
·         6 pm – 8 pm; Five Year Anniversary Gala: For a $10 donation per guest customers are invited to enjoy live music, wine and cheese pairings throughout the Café, a gift basket giveaway and a champagne toast to five more amazing years in Coral Gables. All proceeds will benefit Fellowship House South Miami.
 
Saturday, September 29
·         9 am – 11 am; Rise N’ Shine in the Gables: Customers are invited to visit the outdoor patio for a light, complimentary continental breakfast including pastries, juice, fruit and coffee. Once inside the store, the first 50 customers to stop by the Customer Service desk and request a free Better Bag tote will have the chance to win a mystery Whole Foods Market gift card valued at $5, $10, $20 or $50.
 
Sunday, September 30
·         Noon – 2 pm; Family Fun Giving Grill: Customers are invited to stop by the outdoor patio for an afternoon of family fun. For $5 per plate, guests will enjoy their choice of two grilled skewers (chicken, veggie or shrimp), sides, a cookie and a drink. While getting their grill on, customers can listen to live music and enjoy free beer tasting for the adults and complimentary face painting for the kids. Proceeds collected will benefit Fellowship House South Miami.

Coral Gables 15th Annual Halloween on the Mile 10/31/12

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Coral Gables’ 15th Annual Halloween on the Mile
Wednesday, October 31, 2012 from 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Miracle Mile
Coral Gables, FL
Visit www.shopcoralgables.com  or call (305) 569-0311 for more information.

The 14th Annual Halloween on the Mile is back to give parents and their kids a safe trick-or-treating experience on Halloween night. Presented by Flagler, Halloween on the Mile promises to entertain children with spooky storytelling, free treats from merchants, live performances, kiddie and canine costume contests and a Halloween photo booth.

Events include:
4 pm
• Safely Trick-or-Treat along Miracle Mile and its adjacent streets
• Storytime at Books and Books, followed by a Monster Mask craft project, 265 Aragon Ave
• Visit the photo booth presented by Flagler at the Coral Gables Museum, 285 Aragon Ave.

4:30 pm
• Special performances by the Young Talent Big Dreams Finalists and the cast of Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day!, at the Miracle Theatre, 280 Miracle Mile

5 pm
• Kiddie Costume Contest at the Miracle Theatre (limited to first 100 kiddies), 280 Miracle Mile

6 pm
• Doggie costume contest sponsored by The Humane Society of Greater Miami at the Coral Gables Museum, 285 Aragon Ave.

Chu’s Taiwanese Kitchen & Bar: Meet Your Neighbors Networking Event 9/27/12

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Chu’s Taiwanese Kitchen & Bar: Meet Your Neighbors Networking Event
Meet-Your-Neighbors-FlyerSeptember 27, 2012, 6:30-9:30 PM
Chu’s Taiwanese Kitchen & Bar
2728 Ponce De Leon Blvd
Coral Gables, FL.
www.chusgables.com

RSVP by emailing rsvp@popprevents.com .
 
Chu’s Taiwanese Kitchen & Bar presents "Meet Your Neighbors" Networking Event. Come out to Chu’s in Coral Gables and enjoy a complimentary welcome drink followed by 2-for-1 happy hour specials and 20% off your entree purchase from 6:30-9:30 p.m. Mix and mingle with your neighbors while enjoying some authentic Taiwanese cuisine.

The Art of Attraction Networking Lunch With Guest Speaker Marlene Green 9/28/12

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The Art of Attraction Networking Lunch With Guest Speaker Marlene Green
attractionFriday, September 28, 2012
Registration & Networking: 11:30 am, Luncheon: 12:00 pm
Fleming’s
2525 Ponce de Leon Blvd.
Coral Gables, FL 33134

Pre-Registration: Members $40, Guests $50
At The Door: Members $45, Guests $55
Space Is Limited – RSVP Today!
Event price increases $5 on the day of the event.
Register Online

What we think, we become.

Attraction communicates your vision in a way that inspires others. Join Marlene in this engaging and lively presentation to learn simple, insightful ways to unleash your inner attitude of confidence and enthusiasm. Be in charge of a more favorable impression on those you interact with and you’ll attract more clients with greater ease and joy.

Watch Marlene’s 4 part video series on 4 skills to Great Achievement and Success:
Part 1 – Value
Part 2 – Consensus Building
Part 3 – Trust
Part 4 – Vision

Speaker. Writer. Trainer. Certified Coach. Emmy Nominated Consultant to the Stars. Author of “Invisible Conversations”

Gables Bike Day 10/28/12

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Gables Bike Day
Sunday October 28th, 2012 from 10am to 4pm.
Miracle Mile and Ponce De Leon
www.gablesbikeday.com

Presented by Miracle Mile and Downtown Coral Gables, Gables Bike Day is back for its second consecutive year to celebrate healthy activities and green means of transportation within the limits of the City Beautiful. Miracle Mile eastbound lanes and Ponce De Leon north of Miracle Mile will be closed for auto traffic. Downtown Coral Gables will welcome the community with music, food, bike tours, safe cycling and much more. Gables Bike Day will be held Sunday October 28th, 2012 from 10am to 4pm.

Building on the success of last year’s event that attracted almost 4,000 attendees, and presented by Miracle Mile and Downtown Coral Gables, Gables Bike Day 2012 will bring back activities such as the bike tours of Coral Gables, kids’ activities, live bands, bike polo, local restaurants and many of Miami’s bike shops. The entire route will be packed with plenty of stops for the entire family to enjoy. New activities include: skate park demonstrations, roller derby, yoga, karate, a Halloween costume contest and more. Nil Lara and Afro Kumbe will be performing at Ponce Circle Park.

The Kick Off ceremony will be held at 10:30am at the Fred B. Harnett Ponce Circle Park with City of Coral Gables Mayor Jim Cason, Commissioner Ralph Cabrera, Consul General of the Kingdom of the Netherlands Simone Filippini and Executive Director of the Business Improvement District Mari Gallet.

2012 Sponsors include: Miracle Mile and Downtown Coral Gables, City of Coral Gables, University of Miami, Vessel Designs, Mercedes Benz of Coral Gables, Kingdom of the Netherlands, No Boundaries, Mack Cycle, TD Bank, Don and Jeannett Slesnick, DecoBike, Miami Dade County, Sun Revolution for the Planet, Cabrera Benefits Group, Police Benevolent Association, Forte Properties, 42 Below Vodka, BOLS Genever DAMRAK Original Gin and Yelp.com.