Fondueraising Time with Caring About the Strays 11/9/14

Fondueraising Time with Caring About the Strays
Sunday, 11/09/2014 – 04:00 pm – 08:00 pm
TheMeltingPotThe Melting Pot
11520 Sunset Drive,
Miami, Florida 33173
Webpage Link
Cost:

Bring our flyer, anytime between 4 to 8pm on Sunday, November 9th to The Melting Pot located at 11520 Sunset Drive, Miami and enjoy any item on the menu.

Twenty percent of your bill will be donated to Caring About the Strays! (a non-profit animal rescue group).

Reservations are recommended, call 305.279.8816 and mention you are attending the Fondue-Raiser.

Email events@caringaboutthestrays.org for details.

Pre-Winter School Uniform Sale 10/21/14

Pre-Winter School Uniform Sale
Tuesday, 10/21/2014 – 10/27/2014 09:00 am –
IMG_7921All Uniform Wear
8456 SW 8 St.,
Miami, Florida 33144
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

WINTER UNIFORMS – Stock up Winter Fest at All Uniform Wear. Receive $5 off $50 minimum purchase, $10 off $100 minimum purchase, $20 off $200 minimum purchase.
*Some exclusions apply.
*In-store only.

Ray Sullivan’s Not in my Name 10/23/14, 10/24/14

Ray Sullivan’s Not in my Name
Thursday, 10/23/2014 – 10/24/2014 08:00 pm –
MCDC-Flyer-vfThe Historic Lyric Theatre
819 NW 2nd Ave,
Miami, Florida 33136
Eventbrite Link
Cost: $40, $35, $25

Miami Contemporary Dance Company presents a double bill
on the nature of holy war and unholy lies.

October 23 and 24, 2014

In the face of evil and deceit, we choose to fight back through the power of dance.
Join Miami Contemporary Dance Company for a double bill of Not in My Name
and Rooms of Suspicion, two compelling dances that were performed to sold-out houses in Turin, Italy in 2013.

Not in My Name is the creation of MCDC Artistic Director Ray Sullivan, a moving
choreography about holy war and the unconquerable human spirit inspired by months of viewing sacred works of art in Italy. With a new commissioned score by New York composer Kevin Keller.

Rooms of Suspicion is Paolo Mohovich’s look at what happens behind closed doors,
a seemingly private world of trickery, cheating, and the power of suggestion,
all tied up in elegant costumes in beautiful movie-like scenes.

Choreography by:
Ray Sullivan and Paolo Mohovich
Costumes & Sets by:
Jorge Gallardo
Lighting Design:
Carla Iparraguirre
Original Music by:
Kevin Keller

Don’t miss these incredible affirmations of life with Miami’s most diverse,
inclusive and inviting arts organization. Two performances only!

Ray Sullivan’s Not in my Name
October 23 – 24, 2014, 8:00 pm

Tickets: $40.00 $35.00 $25.00
available at http://notinmyname.eventbrite.com
or call 786-708-4610 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Twitter: http://twitter.com/miamicdc
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/46360255776/

The Historic Lyric Theatre
819 Northwest Second Avenue
Miami, Florida 33136

Ray Sullivan's Not in my Name 10/23/14, 10/24/14

Ray Sullivan’s Not in my Name
Thursday, 10/23/2014 – 10/24/2014 08:00 pm –
MCDC-Flyer-vfThe Historic Lyric Theatre
819 NW 2nd Ave,
Miami, Florida 33136
Eventbrite Link
Cost: $40, $35, $25

Miami Contemporary Dance Company presents a double bill
on the nature of holy war and unholy lies.

October 23 and 24, 2014

In the face of evil and deceit, we choose to fight back through the power of dance.
Join Miami Contemporary Dance Company for a double bill of Not in My Name
and Rooms of Suspicion, two compelling dances that were performed to sold-out houses in Turin, Italy in 2013.

Not in My Name is the creation of MCDC Artistic Director Ray Sullivan, a moving
choreography about holy war and the unconquerable human spirit inspired by months of viewing sacred works of art in Italy. With a new commissioned score by New York composer Kevin Keller.

Rooms of Suspicion is Paolo Mohovich’s look at what happens behind closed doors,
a seemingly private world of trickery, cheating, and the power of suggestion,
all tied up in elegant costumes in beautiful movie-like scenes.

Choreography by:
Ray Sullivan and Paolo Mohovich
Costumes & Sets by:
Jorge Gallardo
Lighting Design:
Carla Iparraguirre
Original Music by:
Kevin Keller

Don’t miss these incredible affirmations of life with Miami’s most diverse,
inclusive and inviting arts organization. Two performances only!

Ray Sullivan’s Not in my Name
October 23 – 24, 2014, 8:00 pm

Tickets: $40.00 $35.00 $25.00
available at http://notinmyname.eventbrite.com
or call 786-708-4610 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Twitter: http://twitter.com/miamicdc
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/46360255776/

The Historic Lyric Theatre
819 Northwest Second Avenue
Miami, Florida 33136

Badges of Courage Dessert Reception and Silent Auction 10/23/14

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Badges of Courage Dessert Reception & Silent Auction
Thursday, 10/23/2014 – 06:30 pm – 09:30 pm
Youre-Invited_edited-1MANO Fine Art Project Space
4225 SW 75 Ave (2nd Flr),
Miami, Florida 33155
Eventbrite Link
Cost: $20 in advance/ $30 at the door

Badges of Courage Foundation invites you to a delicious and artful experience to benefit breast cancer patients. Enjoy fine wine and craft-beer tasting, tapas and sample signature desserts while bidding on unique Badges of Courageâ„¢ , each a symbol of hope. created by some of Miami’s top artists.
Invited Artists: Aquarela Sabol, Luis Berros, Toa Castellanos, Silvina Castillo,

Ileana Collazo, Diana Contreras, Pablo Contrisciani, Debra Cortese, Atena de Jong, Karen Deilke, Eleazar Delgado, EFFIS, ERMAN, Vicente Fabre, Oswald Franco,

Sheri A Friedman, Marcy Grosso, Mila Tapperi Hajjar, Jane Harris, Ernesto Kunde, Monique Lassooij, Maura Leonardo, MANO, Tony Mendoza, Odilia Mezquia,

Aurora Molina, Mary Pickwell, Lori Pratico, Derek Wilson, Macarena Zilveti
Local favorite confectioneries such as Bunnie Cakes, Feverish Pops, Nothing Bundt Cakes and Misha’s Cupcakes have joined the cause; along with Daddy Brews, who will be providing a sampling of dessert beers, El Carajo will provide a wine tasting off their wine list among along with other sponsors who will be adding more deliciousness for guests to enjoy the day of the event.

Live music by: All Hail Frankenstein!

Door prizes courtesy of Azul & Company and The Yellow Canopy
Join us on Thursday, October 23 and help make a difference for breast cancer patients in South Florida. Advance tickets are $20 and $30 at the door. For tickets go to: bit.ly/drinksanddessert
All proceeds will benefit the Badges of Courage Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that was created to provide assistance to low income women who have been recently diagnosed with breast cancer and those who are in treatment.

For more information about this event or the Badges of Courage Foundation please visit www.badgesofcourage.org or call 305.546.7668

HIS Hair Clinic Free Consultation Event 10/20/14

HIS Hair Clinic Free Consultation Event
Monday, 10/20/2014 – 10/24/2014 09:00 am – 05:00 pm
miami-octoberHIS Hair Clinic
100 N Biscayne Boulevard, Suite 812,
Miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

During your FREE drop-in consultation, find out more about Scalp Micro-Pigmentation and see if it’s right for you!

Come in to speak with a practitioner about the treatment, get price quotes and set a treatment plan.

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

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

To Register:
Phone Number: 1-855-447-4247
Email: USA@HISHAIRCLINIC.COM

Where To Be: 10/10 – 16/10

MiamiLoop

Here at In The Loop, we know there are always places to be and events to attend. Each Friday, we feature a special “where to be” post on our blog to make sure every day of the week has some sort of cultural event to check out. We hope that you all can come out into the community and learn and commemorate some influential people and events around Miami! Have something coming up that you’d like to see here? Tweet us @Loop305 using #WhereToBe hash tag!

Friday, October 10, 2014 4:00pm – 11:00pm

Miami Carnival Foam Party

Club Seven

12 Northeast 40th Street

Miami, FL 33137

Cost: $31.74

Eventbrite Link


Saturday, October 11, 2014 7:00am – 12:00pm

Miami Terminator – Trojan Race Series

Amelia Earhart Park

401 E 65th St,

Hialeah, Florida 33013

Cost: $40

Eventbrite Link


Sunday, October 12, 2014 10:00pm – 7:00am

Selectah Sundays – Boombap Classics Soul

Will Call Miami

700 NE 2nd Ave,

Miami, Florida 33132

Cost: FREE

Eventbrite


Monday, October 13, 2014 10:00pm

Startup Weekend Education (SWEDU) Miami 2014

Venture Hive 

1010 NE Second Ave

Miami Beach, FL 33132

Cost: #26.62

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Tuesday, October 14, 2014 4:30pm – 9:00pm

QS World MBA Tour

Hyatt Regency Miami 

400 Southeast 2nd Ave

Miami, FL 33131

Cost: Free

Eventbrite

Wednesday, October 15, 2014 10:00am – 12:00pm

Zaina Hart Workshop in Miami

The River Park Hotel and Suites 

100 SE 4th St

Miami, FL 33131

Cost: $47.12

Eventbrite


Thursday, October 16, 2014 2:00pm

Pause for A Cause: Party with a Purpose

Coral Gables Museum Young Associates

Kukaramakara

1250 S Miami Ave

Miami, Florida 33130

Cost: $16.82

Eventbrite

Voices For Children Celebrates 30 Years at the Be A Voice Awards Luncheon 11/7/14

Voices For Children Celebrates 30 Years at the “Be A Voice Awards Luncheon”
Friday, 11/07/2014 – 11:30 am –
IconVFC_1__400x400Jungle Island
1111 Parrot Jungle Trail,
Miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link
Cost: Table of 10 at $1,500 or $150 per person

Voices For Children Foundation Inc. to host its 30th anniversary at the “Be A Voice Awards Luncheon,” presented by Stearns Weaver Miller Weissler Alhadeff & Sitterson P.A., with the goal of raising funds to benefit Miami-Dade County’s foster children. Emceed by Laurie Jennings, Anchor of Local 10 News, this event brings together approximately 500 guests including attorneys, judges, elected officials, community leaders, volunteers and supporters to recognize those individuals, corporations and organizations that have made a significant contribution in the area of child abuse and neglect in Miami-Dade County. The Betsy Gunn Award will be presented to veteran Guardian ad Litem volunteer Johan Askowitz and special recognition will be given to those who have been a voice to the children in our community time and again over the course of our 30 years. This event is open to all members of the public. Please RSVP by October 24.

Pawpurrazzi 1/23/15

Pawpurrazzi
Friday, 01/23/2015 – 07:00 pm – 11:00 pm
3-x-3-Pawpurrazzi-2Jungle Island
1111 Parrot Jungle Trail,
Miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link
Cost: 550.00

Through the love, devotion, and guidance of the Pawpurrazzi Chairmen, Pat and Milton Wallace and Bunny Bastian, Pawpurrazzi drives more than 500 of Miami’s most influential and well-known pet loving philanthropists together to enjoy an evening filled with great food, great music, an exciting silent auction, and fun activities for both our two-legged and four-legged guests.

Family Day with Artist Leonel Matheu at Frost Art Museum this Saturday 10/11/14

Family Day with Artist Leonel Matheu at Frost Art Museum this Saturday
Saturday, 10/11/2014 – 10/11/2014 12:00 pm – 04:00 pm
Family-Day_10-10-14The Patricia and Philip Frost Art Museum – FIU
10975 SW 17th St.,
Miami, Florida 33199
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

Discover your imagination! Create imaginary landscapes, cities and creatures! Begin your adventure with artist Leonel Matheu, learn how to work in his style and create story telling at the museum stations. Enjoy music, face painting, games, delicious food provided by Whole Foods Market, and our super cool Family Discovery Gallery @ the Frost Art Museum.

8th Annual Comcast Business Waterford 5K: Mega Glow Edition 11/7/14

8th Annual Comcast Business Waterford 5K: Mega Glow Edition
Friday, 11/07/2014 – 06:45 pm – 09:30 pm
W5K-2014-LogoWaterford at Blue Lagoon Office Park
6100 Blue Lagoon Dr.,
Miami, Florida 33126
Webpage Link
Cost: Early entry fee is $35 now through Nov. 6 and $40 on race day

Registration is now open for the Eighth Annual Comcast Business Waterford 5K run/walk, which will once again take to the streets of Blue Lagoon Office Park for a family-friendly evening of fun and competition to benefit the children and families of the Miami Children’s Hospital Foundation. With a special competition that awards the top three male and female runners, the 5K (3.1 mile) run/walk is open to individuals, families, companies and businesses. Following the race, participants will be treated to a post-race MEGA glow-themed after party featuring Tony “The Hitman” with la Hora Loca, an interactive kids zone, South Florida’s favorite food trucks, giveaways and more. For more information, or to register for the race, please visit www.waterford5k.com.

Game Life 24 Hour Gaming Marathon 10/25/14

Game Life 24 Hour Gaming Marathon
Saturday, 10/25/2014 – 10/26/2014 08:00 am – 08:00 am
Your Choice
South Florida,
Miami, Florida 33161
More Info Link
Cost:

Extra Life has partnered with Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals® to recruit thousands of gamers for a great cause and raise funds for Miami Children’s Health Foundation.Extra Life is a 24-hour, video gaming marathon that was established in 2008 in memory of a little girl who tragically lost her battle to Leukemia. Her love for video gaming inspired a movement to raise money and support children by playing video games for an entire day. Since then, the program has raised more than $1,000,000 for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals® and continues to grow within the community.

Photographs of Terror in the Jungle at Jungle Island on 10/2/14

Florida Event Productions and Jungle Island present Terror in the Jungle at Jungle Island on Thursday, October 2, 2014.  Will run from Thurs.-Sun. and one Wed. from Oct. 2, 2014 – Nov. 1, 2014 from 7:30 pm till Midnight.

“Terror in the Jungle is by Brandon Von Kittendorf, the creator of Festival of Souls (Demon Mansion), voted Florida’s Scariest Haunted House by Hauntworld.com.This Halloween super production will feature a chilling 40 x 22-foot Toxic Zombie Jungle Entrance that will lead guests through 5 acres of bloodcurdling Jungle trails to reach a terrifying 10,000 square-foot Ancient Ruins Pyramid Haunted House and a VIP Zombie Lounge sponsored by E11EVEN MIAMI. The jungle will be filled with booby traps, scary creatures, demons and military HAZMAT containment units while guests are chased by blood-thirsty mutated creatures and Indian zombies.”

$45 to $55 – General Admission (Depending on Night)

$20 – $30 Fast Pass – Peak & Non Peak Nights
(Includes Entrance & The Ruins Pyramid)

$5 – Child Care
Group Rates & Party Packages AvailableCall (855) 666-7685

Hours of Operation: 7:30 to Midnight or until the last victim is served.

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Photographs of Northwestern High School Pavac Bulls Eye Art Gallery Grand Opening on 10/1/14

Northwestern High School Pavac Bulls Eye Art Gallery Grand Opening on Wednesday, October 1, 2014.

“This is a unique art space – shared student and community gest artist… Great Vibe … Good Energy … Special place with a purpose… Guest Artists: Edouadr Duvall Carrie, Eleazar Delgado, Baye, Luis Valle, Monique lassooij , Robert McKnight, Jude Papaloko and Anthony Lumpkin. “

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Photographs of House of Horror Amusement Park at Miami International Mall on 9/25/14

House of Horror Amusement Park at Miami International Mall on Thursday, September 25, 2014.

“House of Horror Amusement Park, now in its 5th year, returns bigger and better. With over 10 new terrifying rooms in South Florida’s largest Haunted House, all-new “Malice In Wonderland” 3D Experience, the return of Hulk Hogan’s Microchip Championship Wrestling), a unique experience with midget athletes in wrestling matches and, for the first time in South Florida, escape artist Michael Griffin from “America’s Got Talent live onstage. All this, plus over 20 dazzling amusement rides, carnival games, live concerts, food and more. Kiddie rides for smaller children.”

Cost: $25 for adults and $15 for children (ages 6 and under).
Monday – Thursday: 6PM to 11PM
Friday & Saturday: 5PM to Midnight
Sunday: 5PM to 11PM
*Subject to weather and change. Haunted house hours vary from park hours.

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Florida Event Productions and Jungle Island present Terror in the Jungle 10/2/14-11/1/14

Florida Event Productions and Jungle Island present Terror in the Jungle
Thurs.-Sun. and one Wed. from Oct. 2, 2014 – Nov. 1, 2014 from 7:30 pm till Midnight
terrorinthejungleJungle Island
1111 Parrot Jungle Trail
Miami, FL 33132
Group rates, frequent fear pass, corporate parties, event and sponsorship packages available.
Website
follow #terrorinthejungle on social media

Terror in the Jungle is by Brandon Von Kittendorf, the creator of Festival of Souls (Demon Mansion), voted Florida’s Scariest Haunted House by Hauntworld.com.This Halloween super production will feature a chilling 40 x 22-foot Toxic Zombie Jungle Entrance that will lead guests through 5 acres of bloodcurdling Jungle trails to reach a terrifying 10,000 square-foot Ancient Ruins Pyramid Haunted House and a VIP Zombie Lounge sponsored by E11EVEN MIAMI. The jungle will be filled with booby traps, scary creatures, demons and military HAZMAT containment units while guests are chased by blood-thirsty mutated creatures and Indian zombies.

“We will provide Floridians with a memorably gruesome Halloween experience like no other. Come out and enjoy an evening with music, drinks, food and an increased pulse rate,” said Brandon Von Kittendorf, Scare Master at Florida Event Productions.

“We’re excited that Brandon Von Kittendorf chose Jungle Island to serve as the venue for his award-winning Halloween attractions over the next three years,” said John Dunlap, President & CEO of Iconic Attractions Group, which manages Jungle Island. “This attraction will heighten guests’ senses and be a true test of courage for those who dare to conquer it.”

Guests are encouraged to attend in costumes. Random prizes will be awarded to the best. Those who wet their pants or don’t make it through Terror in the Jungle will be added to the Wall of Lost Souls.

At the end of each evening head to the official after party held at E11EVEN MIAMI, a 20,000 square feet $40 million nightclub and show club, where state-of-the-art technology meets five-star hospitality.

Revenge Of The Nerds Salsa Bachata Event! 10/18/14

“Revenge Of The Nerds” Salsa Bachata Event!
Saturday, 10/18/2014 – 10/19/2014 10:00 pm – 03:00 am
10616691_10203861912926714_3269290945837413567_nMOONCHINE Lounge!
7100 Biscayne Blvd,
miami, Florida 33138
Webpage Link
Cost: $10

It’s That Time Again!!!
From The Makers Of “Naughty School Girls, Jocks and Geeks”!

A DJ Puerto Rican Pete And Negro Fino Production Presents:
“Revenge Of The N*E*R*D*S” Salsa Bachata Theme Event!

FINALLY!!!!
It’s Gonna Be A BLAST!

Date:
Saturday October 18th 2014

Dress Code:
Your Choice Of….
1. Naughty School Girls!
2. Cheerleaders!
3. Jocks!
4. Geeks!
5. Nerds!

Where:
MOONCHINE LOUNGE!
7100 Biscayne Blvd
Miami FL 33138
FREE Parking!

Cover:
$10

Time:
10pm-3am
Ladies FREE B4 10pm!

Live Performances!
Drink SPECIALS!

AWESOME Latin Music With Miami’s Finest DJ Puerto Rican Pete!

So Dust Off Your Glasses, Pocket Pens, Pom Poms, Plaid Pants, White Socks, And Show Off Your School Girl Figure!!!!

Saturday October 18th 2014!!!!
MARK YOUR CALENDERS!

Age:
18 To Party!
21+ to Drink!!!!

Tell a Nerd!
Bring a Nerd!
Send a Nerd!

Revenge Of The Nerds Salsa Bachata Event 10/18/14

“Revenge Of The Nerds” Salsa Bachata Event!
Saturday, 10/18/2014 – 10/19/2014 10:00 pm – 03:00 am
MOONCHINE Lounge!
7100 Biscayne Blvd,
miami, Florida 33138
Webpage Link
Cost: $10

It’s That Time Again!!!
From The Makers Of “Naughty School Girls, Jocks and Geeks”!

A DJ Puerto Rican Pete And Negro Fino Production Presents:
“Revenge Of The N*E*R*D*S” Salsa Bachata Theme Event!

FINALLY!!!!
It’s Gonna Be A BLAST!

Date:
Saturday October 18th 2014

Dress Code:
Your Choice Of….
1. Naughty School Girls!
2. Cheerleaders!
3. Jocks!
4. Geeks!
5. Nerds!

Where:
MOONCHINE LOUNGE!
7100 Biscayne Blvd
Miami FL 33138
FREE Parking!

Cover:
$10

Time:
10pm-3am
Ladies FREE B4 10pm!

Live Performances!
Drink SPECIALS!

AWESOME Latin Music With Miami’s Finest DJ Puerto Rican Pete!

So Dust Off Your Glasses, Pocket Pens, Pom Poms, Plaid Pants, White Socks, And Show Off Your School Girl Figure!!!!

Saturday October 18th 2014!!!!
MARK YOUR CALENDERS!

Age:
18 To Party!
21+ to Drink!!!!

Tell a Nerd!
Bring a Nerd!
Send a Nerd!

Ladies and Gentlemen… The Beatles 10/10/14 – 1/18/15

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Ladies And Gentlemen… The Beatles!
Friday, 10/10/2014 – 01/18/2015 10:00 am –
B1_12-Bob-Bonis-Kansas-City-Missouri-September-17-1964HistoryMiami
101 West Flagler Street,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link
Cost:

HistoryMiami, a Smithsonian Affiliate museum in Miami, Fla., is proud to present Ladies and Gentlemen… The Beatles! It is a traveling exhibition curated by The GRAMMY Museum® and Fab Four Exhibits that explores the impact The Beatles’ arrival had on American pop culture. On display will be more than 400 pieces of memorabilia.

Exhibition: Oct. 10, 2014 – Jan. 18, 2015

Special Event Dates:

Thursday, Oct. 9, 7 – 9 PM
Ladies and Gentlemen… The Beatles! Opening Party Presented by Badia Spices
HistoryMiami, 101 West Flagler Street, Miami, FL

Saturday, Oct. 11, 10 AM – 5 PM
Family Fun Day: British Invasion
HistoryMiami, 101 West Flagler Street, Miami, FL

Saturday, Nov. 8, 10 AM – 5 PM
Family Fun Day: Beatlemania!
HistoryMiami, 101 West Flagler Street, Miami, FL

Image Credit: © The Bob Bonis Archive www.bobbonis.com

Miami Broward Parade of Bands and Concert 30 Years of Miami Carnival Celebration 10/12/14

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Miami Broward Parade of Bands and Concert – 30 Years of Miami Carnival Celebration
Sunday, October 12, 11am-11pm- Parade Kicks off at 12 noon
Miami-Dade County Fair & Expo Center
miamibroward10901 Coral Way
Miami, FL 33165
Hash Tag- #MiamiCarnivalTurns30

Advance General Admission Tickets: $27
Advance on-line VIP tickets: $100
Website & Tickets
Parking: Free

Thousands Expected To Visit South Florida To Celebrate 30 Years of Miami Carnival

Miami Broward Carnival Celebrates Pageantry Through Color and Fantasy, Vibrant Costumes, Infectious Soca And Electrifying Sounds of Steel bands

Mas Bands Competing: 1 Gye Nyame Productions (Crossing Over), Big & Strong – One Island Band (Trick or Treat), Break Awae Kru (Soldier Meet Sailor), Bajan Fuh Eva (Our Island Tour), Euphoria Mas (Let’s Dance), Freaks Mas (Alter Ego), Fun Generation Cares (Peep of The Orient), Fusion Karnival LLC (Addiction), Generation X (Poseidon’s Kingdom), Mas Brothers Producers Inc. (Fantasy “A Peep of the Orient”), Mascots International (Mi Vida Caribeña), The Carnival Republic (Mille Fleurs), The Party Room Squad (Trésor), TiChapo (Kanaval on Broadway), Wassi Ones (Wow!), D Junction Mas (Unleash “Your Inner Animal”).

The colorful costumes and vibrancy will make for over the top pageantry, masterfully created by the designers of the 17 masquerade bands who will celebrate 30 Years of Miami Carnival at the Miami Dade County Fair & Expo Center (10901 Coral Way, Miami, FL 33165), on Sunday, October 12, 2014. The parade of bands will be led by The Street Band as seen at the Miami Heat home games. The seventeen competing masquerade bands are expected to showcase their colorful, creative and vibrant costumes in the parade of the bands. 1 Gye Ny Ame mas band looks to keep their coveted title of Band of the Year. The parade starts at 12noon. The Mas Band judging stage will be hosted by Giselle D Wassi One, MC Wassy, Mike Andrews and Eddy Edwards. This year the Miami Broward Carnival Host Committee Inc., (MBOCH) has crafted a family event that also includes a Caribbean Village with Caribbean inspired arts, crafts and food. Miami Broward Carnival is an essential component of South Florida’s tourism. There are Carnival aficionados who travel from NY, Toronto, Trinidad and Tobago, Antigua, Atlanta, DC to name a few places. This year’s hash tag is #MiamiCarnivalTurns30.

The Miami Broward Carnival concert stage will be powered by an infectious grove of music that will display the talents of some of the biggest heavy weights in the Caribbean community and the world. The lineup includes headliner Kerwin Du Bois (International Soca Award Winner 2012), Iwer George (Power Soca Monarch 2014 Finalist), Ricardo Dru (2014 Antigua Soca Monarch King), Patrice Roberts (2014 International Soca Monarch-Semi-Finalist), Dil-E-Nadan (#1 Soca Chutney Band), Red Hot Flames (Antiguan Soca band from St. John), Farmer Nappy (2014 Digicel International Groovy Soca Monarch), and Pumpa (USVI Soca King).

Carnival is a real and tangible layer of the Caribbean heritage that contributes to the arts, music, history and cultural identity of Caribbean people. Miami Broward Carnival is the last major North American event on the carnival circuit leading up to Trinidad and Tobago Carnival in 2015.

Special thanks to the 2014 Miami Broward Carnival sponsors:

Corporate – Coca Cola, iHeartMedia Inc, 103.5 The Beat, Mega 94.9, Greater Miami Convention and Visitor’s Bureau, Delancy Hill PA., Yellow Cab, Discovery Tours, LLC, The Check Cashing Store, Black Hospitality Initiative of Greater Miami. Caribbean Airlines is the official airline carrier for Miami Broward Carnival

Media – Caribbean American- Passport News Magazine, Vybz Radio, South Florida Caribbean News, Global 99.5FM, EventsRUsonline.com, Caribbean Connect, Weekends with the Breakfast Club, VibesUnite, SmallIslandMassive.com, Caribbean National Weekly, Red Eye, Jamaicans.com, Take Charge Anywhere, Now Magazine

Public Sector – Broward County Florida, Miami-Dade County

The Miami Broward Carnival is made possible with the support of the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade County Mayor and Board of County Commissioners.

South Florida Ticket Outlets
*The Check Cashing Store- Visit www.thecheckcashingstore.com for the 83 South Florida locations
*Miami Broward Carnival Office- 18425 NW 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33169- 305-653-1877
*Joy Roti Shop- 1235 Northwest 40th Avenue, Lauderhill, FL 33313- 954-587-7700
*Tropical Feast- 18400 NW 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33169- 305-652-8648
*Naz Roti Shop- 6329 Miramar Pkwy, Miramar, FL 33023- 954-987-3964
*Caribbean Delite- 9491 SW 160th St, Palmetto Bay, FL 33157- 305-254-6606
*Tropical Oasis- 20737 NW 2nd Ave #144, Miami, FL 33169- 305-654-8320

Social Media Channels
Facebook
Twitter
Instagram
Hashtag: #MiamiCarnivalTurns30

Miami Broward Carnival Signature Events
Sunday, September 27, 2014- Miss Miami Broward Carnival Pageant- Miramar Cultural Center- 2400 Civic Center Pl, Miramar, FL 33025- Call 954.602-4500 for tickets. Time: 7pm
Sunday, October 5, 2014 – Jr. Carnival Parade of Bands – Central Broward Regional Park & Stadium – 3700 NW 11th Street, Lauderhill, FL 33311. 1pm-8pm (Parade starts at 2pm) Admission: $10 and $1.50 Park Fee
Friday, October 10, 2014 – Panorama Competition/Kings, Queens, Individuals – Central Broward Regional Park & Stadium – 3700 NW 11th Street, Lauderhill, FL, 33311. Time: 4pm-11pm. Admission: $10
Saturday, October 11, 2014 – Official J’Ouvert – Central Broward Regional Park & Stadium – 3700 NW 11th Street, Lauderhill, FL 33311- Time:7am-2pm. Admission: Advance Tickets $15.00
Sunday, October 12, 2014 – Miami Broward Parade of Bands and Concert – 30 Years of Miami Carnival Celebration – Miami-Dade County Fair Expo Center – 10901 Coral Way, Miami, FL 33165. Time: 11am-11pm.

POSTPONED Miami International Dragon Boat Festival 11/8/14

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED. NEW DATE WILL BE POSTED AS SOON AS IT IS AVAILABLE.

Miami International Dragon Boat Festival
Saturday, 11/08/2014 – 08:00 am – 05:00 pm
Miami-Dragon-Boat-2014Miami Rowing Club
3601 Rickenbacker Causeway,
Miami, Florida 33149
Facebook Link
Cost: Free Admission, Team registration fees will vary

Dragons will once again invade the City of Miami’s waters on Saturday, November 8th as the Miami International Dragon Boat Festival returns to the Miami Rowing Club on Virginia Key. This event is a great opportunity for groups to come together and participate in a fun-filled day of competitive racing, which will take place between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.

Often dubbed as a “canoe on steroids”, dragon boats are 42’ in length and don a traditional dragon head and tail. Dating back more than 2,000 years, this ancient Chinese pastime has captured the attention of the competitive sporting world, making it the second fastest growing water sport.

The festival is currently seeking participants! No experience or gear necessary- just grab twenty (20) friends or coworkers, a paddle and go!

Teams for the Miami International Dragon Boat Festival can be formed by companies, bringing employees together for a day of fun competition and team building. Other teams can come from educational institutions, civic and community organizations, gyms, families and friends etc. This event is open to participants of all sizes and abilities, ages 13 and up. Prior experience is not necessary, practice sessions and equipment will be provided to registered teams. Dragon boat racing supports camaraderie, fitness, competition and a lesson on the ultimate goal of reaching the finish line together!

Attendance to the event is free and open to the public. Registration fees vary based on team category.

Don’t miss out on this cultural experience and a day of fun, for more information or to register, visit: www.panamdragonboat.com

Intercontinental Hotel Make-A-Wish After Party 11/1/14

Intercontinental Hotel Make-A-Wish After Party
Saturday, 11/01/2014 – 10:30 pm – 03:00 am
logo1Intercontinental Hotel
100 Chopin Plaza,
Miami, Florida 33131
More Info Link
Cost: $100

Please join me for the next generation of contributors and Miami’s premier buzz creators in the fashion, arts, music and nightlife industries to the 7th Annual InterContinental® Miami Make-A-Wish Nightclub on Saturday, November 1, 2014. Join Gabrielle Anwar, Shareef Malnik, Robert Hill, Michael Capponi, Tara Solomon, Antonio Misuraca, Maxwell Blandford and Clif Loftin for a night of fantasy. The InterContinental® Miami will be turned into a hip after-hours venue with an OZ Reimagined theme of culture and décor. Progressive DJ beats by Michelle Leshem (EMM) and Producer Sean Drake. Fashion show by our smashing local community partner, Neiman Marcus Bal Harbour.

EVENT INFORMATION

InterContinental® Miami Make-A-Wish Nightclub
100 Chopin Plaza
Miami, Florida

Saturday, November 1, 2014
10:30 p.m. till 3:00 a.m.

Elegant Evening Attire
Complimentary Open Bar

Tickets- $100 per person (100% of proceeds benefit Make-A-Wish Southern Florida.)

Please make your donation on my page to secure your spot at the After Party. You will not receive a paper ticket. Once you submit your $100 payment, you will receive an automatic email response and your name will appear on our registration the night of the event.

To purchase tickets and for more info please go to: http://friends.wish.org/017-000/page/David-Roth/-InterContinental-Miami-Make-A-Wish-After-Party.htm

Winn-Dixie Celebrates/Honors Hispanic Heritage Month With “Dos Culturas, Mucha Frescura” Celebrations Featuring Badia Corporate Chef Hector Morales 9/27/14

Winn-Dixie Celebrates/Honors Hispanic Heritage Month With “Dos Culturas, Mucha Frescura” Celebrations Featuring Badia Corporate Chef Hector Morales
Saturday, 09/27/2014 – 12:00 pm – 02:00 pm
1063-14-HispanicHeritageMonth-Recipe-coverWinn-Dixie Store #249
6770 Bird Rd.,
Miami, Florida 33155
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

Winn-Dixie celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with “Dos Culturas, Mucha Frescura” featuring Badia Corporate Chef Hector Morales. Chef Morales will delight customers with live, interactive cooking demonstrations where he will dish-up his flavor-bursting guava BBQ pork. To add a local flare to his delectable culinary creation, Chef Morales will highlight Badia’s new Holy Smokes pork and meat rub, inspired by a mix created by recent FIU graduate Jennifer Bound. As part of the celebration, attendees will receive a complimentary Winn-Dixie booklet packed with flavor-fusing recipes (while supplies last) and enjoy an afternoon of fun-filled activities, including wine sampling with pairings, giveaways and more.

Winn-Dixie Celebrates/Honors Hispanic Heritage Month With “Dos Culturas, Mucha Frescura” Celebrations Featuring Badia Corporate Chef Hector Morales 10/11/14

Winn-Dixie Celebrates/Honors Hispanic Heritage Month With “Dos Culturas, Mucha Frescura” Celebrations Featuring Badia Corporate Chef Hector Morales
Saturday, 10/11/2014 – 12:00 pm – 02:00 pm
1063-14-HispanicHeritageMonth-Recipe-cover2Winn-Dixie Store #388
18300 SW 137th Ave.,
Miami, Florida 33177
Webpage Link
Cost:

Winn-Dixie celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with “Dos Culturas, Mucha Frescura” featuring Badia Corporate Chef Hector Morales. Chef Morales will delight customers with live, interactive cooking demonstrations where he will dish-up his flavor-bursting guava BBQ pork. To add a local flare to his delectable culinary creation, Chef Morales will highlight Badia’s new Holy Smokes pork and meat rub, inspired by a mix created by recent FIU graduate Jennifer Bound. As part of the celebration, attendees will receive a complimentary Winn-Dixie booklet packed with flavor-fusing recipes (while supplies last) and enjoy an afternoon of fun-filled activities, including wine sampling with pairings, giveaways and more.

Free Yoga for Kids 9/24/14

Free Yoga for Kids
Wednesday, 09/24/2014 – 06:00 pm – 06:30 pm
West Dade Regional Library
9445 SW 24 Street, 2nd Floor,
Miami, Florida 33165
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

Yoga fun for kids ages 5 to 13 years old. Please have your child not eat two hours prior to class. Please have them bring a towel or a yoga mat.

Yoga Flow 9/24/14

Yoga Flow
Wednesday, 09/24/2014 – 07:00 pm – 08:00 pm
West Dade Regional Library
9445 SW 24 Street,
Miami, Florida 33165
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

Free Yoga class for adults. Please bring your yoga mat or towel. Please do not eat 2 hours prior to class.

Relaxation for the mind, body and soul.

Charity Jam: Communities in Schools of Miami & Suenalo Host Benefit Concert 10/9/14

Charity Jam: Communities in Schools of Miami & Suenalo Host Benefit Concert
Thursday, 10/09/2014 – 06:00 pm – 09:00 pm
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1513 SW 8th St,
Miami, Florida 33135
Webpage Link
Cost: $30

Communities In Schools of Miami tapped Suenalo to headline the organization’s first charity concert. With a $30 donation, guests enjoy the soulful sounds of the talented musicians while sipping complimentary cocktails over casual camaraderie. Proceeds from the evening’s event will directly benefit CIS’ mentoring, tutoring, career counseling, after school and summer programs.

Caravan of Dancers II 11/14/14

Caravan of Dancers II
Friday, 11/14/2014 – 07:30 pm – 10:00 pm
caravanManuel Artime Theater
900 SW 1 ST,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link
Cost: $25.00

ZiZi Zabaneh & Fusion Gitana Announce Groundbreaking Caravan of Dancers 2 Theater Event for Weekend of November 14th

International Belly Dance fusion artist ZiZi Zabaneh & Fusion Gitana are happy to be bringing Argentina’s world-renowned Arabic Master Composer and Musician Mario Kirlis to the United States for the first time to perform at the Caravan of Dancers 2 in Miami, Florida, November 14th. Also featured will be top dancers from around the world. Music and dance lovers can hardly wait.

September 18, 2014

The energy of dance and music can leap across cultural boundaries and open up new experiences like almost nothing else. If anyone understands this power it’s international performer, instructor and choreographer ZiZi Zabaneh & Fusion Gitana, her dance company. Specializing in a fusion of Flamenco Latin, and Tango with Belly Dance they have built a reputation for always bringing a great show. Recently Zabaneh has announced something truly special, a theater event Caravan of Dancers 2, which takes thing yet another step higher bringing Argentina’s Arabic Master Composer and Musician Mario Kirlis to perform along with some of the top guest dance artists. The event is scheduled for Miami, Florida, November 14th and anticipation is very high leading up to the groundbreaking show.

“Our goal is to enrich, educate and entertain by providing authentic quality, superior training and performances,” commented Zabaneh. “Our Caravan of Dancers 2 is going to be all that and more! Mario Kirlis coming and performing with us in Miami is a dream come true.”

In addition to ZiZi Zabaneh and Fusion Gitana dancing, the guest dancers include Lebanese Simon, Zaina Hart, Jihan Jamal, Andrus Ramir, Valerick Molinary and many more, in a show featuring Flamenco, Tango, Bollywood, Latin and Belly Dance.

The show will be held at Manuel Artime Theater, located at 900 SW 1 ST, Miami, Fl. 33130. Doors open at 7:00pm, with the show starting at 8:00pm. A special Pre Fashion show by international Belly Dance Costume designer Montserrat Saar at 7:30pm. General admission tickets are $25.00.

The theater event has been a hot topic of conversation.

Rosario D., from Miami, remarked, “I loved Caravan of Dancers 1 and it actually inspired me to start belly dancing. I can’t wait to see what this year’s offers!”

To order tickets visit http://www.caravanofdancers.com or call 786-344-7055.

For more information on the event ZiZi Zabaneh and Fusion Gitana visit http://www.fusiongitana.net.

Revenge Of The Nerds Salsa Bachata Event 10/18/14

“Revenge Of The Nerds” Salsa Bachata Event!
Saturday, 10/18/2014 – 10/19/2014 10:00 pm – 03:00 am
10682002_10152695898003827_1390519239_nMOONCHINE Lounge!
7100 Biscayne Blvd,
miami, Florida 33138
Webpage Link
Cost: $10

It’s That Time Again!!!
From The Makers Of “Naughty School Girls, Jocks and Geeks”!

A DJ Puerto Rican Pete And Negro Fino Production Presents:
“Revenge Of The N*E*R*D*S” Salsa Bachata Theme Event!

FINALLY!!!!
It’s Gonna Be A BLAST!

Date:
Saturday October 18th 2014

Dress Code:
Your Choice Of….
1. Naughty School Girls!
2. Cheerleaders!
3. Jocks!
4. Geeks!
5. Nerds!

Where:
MOONCHINE LOUNGE!
7100 Biscayne Blvd
Miami FL 33138
FREE Parking!

Cover:
$10

Time:
10pm-3am
Ladies FREE B4 10pm!

Live Performances!
Drink SPECIALS!

AWESOME Latin Music With Miami’s Finest DJ Puerto Rican Pete!

So Dust Off Your Glasses, Pocket Pens, Pom Poms, Plaid Pants, White Socks, And Show Off Your School Girl Figure!!!!

Saturday October 18th 2014!!!!
MARK YOUR CALENDERS!

Age:
18 To Party!
21+ to Drink!!!!

Tell a Nerd!
Bring a Nerd!
Send a Nerd!

Logistics and Transportation Forum 10/2/14

Logistics and Transportation Forum
Thursday, 10/02/2014 – 04:00 pm – 08:00 pm
Logistics_FNU_Medley_091514Town of Medley Town Hall
7777 NW 72nd Avenue,
Medley, Florida 33166
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

Come to the Logistics and Transportation Forum hosted by the Dr. Jose Regueiro Scholarship Foundation, Florida National University, the Town of Medley, and the Town of Medley Chamber of Commerce.

Eve Ensler with One Billion Rising Revolution Miami at YoungArts 9/26/14

Eve Ensler with One Billion Rising Revolution Miami at YoungArts
Friday, 09/26/2014 – 04:30 pm – 08:00 pm
logoNational YoungArts Foundation Campus
2100 Biscayne Blvd,
Miami, Florida 33137
Webpage Link
Cost: $100.00

TWO PUBLIC EVENTS WITH EVE ENSLER:

Eve Ensler, theTony Award winning playwright, activist and author of the theatrical phenomenon, The Vagina Monologues, is coming to Miami to celebrate the launch of Drum! Dance! Rise!, One Billion Rising’s 2015 campaign; a call to action to end violence against women and girls in our lifetimes.

1. Eve will lead an interactive panel and audience discussion on how to create revolutionary change in our community, now! Eve will be joined by Fran Katz of The Women’s Fund and Ivon Mesa of Miami-Dade County’s Coordinated Victims Assistance Center, as well as representatives from some 30 local organizations, including Kateriina Rosenblatt from There Is Hope For Me, Casa Valentina, Stop The Sale Of Our Children For Sex, Lotus House, Girl Power, AGAPE, and many more. Space is extremely limited; check in at 4:30pm. RSVP and arrival by 4:50pm required; after that time, your seat may be given to guests on the waiting list. Refreshments sponsored by illy Caffe and Lyon + Lyon.

2. Donor Reception, sponsored by Francis Ford Coppola Winery will follow at 6:30pm in the YoungArts Gallery. Minimum donation is $100.00. All funds will remain in our community, supporting One Billion Rising Miami Revolution 2015.

We thank guests of both events for joining us and RISING together with like-minded citizens across the globe. Drum! Dance! Rise!

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

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

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

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

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

Miami Attractions Month 10/1/14 – 10/31/14

Miami Attractions Month
Sunday, 10/01/2014 – 10/31/2014 08:00 am –
The Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau
701 Brickell Avenue, Suite 2700,
Miami, Florida 33231
More Info Link
Cost: Buy 1 Get 1 Free

The Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau (GMCVB) launches its sixth annual Miami Attractions Month (October 1 – October 31) bringing locals and visitors Buy One, Get One Free Admissions to the destination’s leading attractions. For the second year in a row, MasterCard is a program partner, allowing for consumers to save an additional 10 percent on purchases made with their MasterCard – from admissions to food to souvenirs in the gift shops.

Through the Eyes of Another-Living With MS 9/20/14

Through the Eyes of Another-Living With MS
Saturday, 09/20/2014 – 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
IMG_6834Anhinga Clay Studios, Inc
4600 SW 75 Ave,
Miami, Florida 33155
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

Through the Eyes of Another-Living with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) … During the summer Anhinga Clay Studios, Inc. worked with members of the @Neuroscience Centers South Florida, Inc . through a series of classes and workshops to create their own unique pottery and sculptural works. The culmination of this wonderful collaboration will be an exhibition of artwork created by individuals living with Multiple Sclerosis. The exhibit “Through the Eyes of Another” will be on display one night only during the September 20th Bird Road Art Walk.

The classes and exhibition are made possible through the generous support of the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural and a grant written by the Neuroscience Centers of Florida Foundation, Inc.

Anhinga Clay Studios | 4600 SW 75 Ave | Miami | 33155 | Bird Road Art District | 786.333.5634

Miguel Rodez Art Projects presents POWER PORTRAITS 9/20/14

Miguel Rodez Art Projects presents POWER PORTRAITS
Saturday, 09/20/2014 – 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
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4229 SW 75 Ave (2n Flr),
Miami, Florida 33155
Facebook Link
Cost: Free

POWER PORTRAITS is a large format contemporary project created by artist Miguel Rodez to celebrate the 2nd anniversary of his alternative space, Miguel Rodez Art Projects in the Bird Road Art District. The subjects of his paintings are real people with such compelling looks that viewers are immediately prompted to engage in a visual dialogue where the complexity of human emotion is explored. These paintings are essentially a visual essay about the meaning of being human. Yes, the figures are staring back at you. Try as you may, you will not forget these powerful portraits. Join the celebration on Saturday, September 20th.

Miguel Rodez Art Projects | 4229 SW 75 Ave (2nd Flr) | Miami 33155 | Bird Road Art District | 305.799.3898

MANO Fine Art presents MUSES: A Point of Departure 9/20/14

MANO Fine Art presents MUSES: A Point of Departure
Saturday, 09/20/2014 – 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
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4225 SW 75 Ave (2nd Flr),
Miami, Florida 33155
Facebook Link
Cost: Free

Many would agree that to be an artist is to “breath in” the world as it moves around you… to see the same things that the rest of the world sees; only differently maybe better and perhaps as a mere point of departure.

The exhibition, MUSES: A Point of Departure features the creative tangents and masterfully inspired works of four artists: Vicente Fabre, Mila Hajjar, Maura Leonardo and MANO explore and share their inspiration, the process and the work in a collaborative group exhibition.

The exhibit will open on Saturday September 20th during the Bird Road Art Walk and will remain on view through October 11th.

Also join MANO Fine Art on…
October 4th | 4-6:30 pm
A Conversation with the Artists
View the exhibit and learn more about the artists and their work for “MUSES: A Point of Departure”

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

Stay Connected:
Call: 305.467.6819 or 305.467.0066
Web: http://www.manofineart.com/
info@manofineart.com

Valmar presents “It Is What It Is…” photography by Seth Berkey 9/20/14

Valmar presents “It Is What It Is…” photography by Seth Berkey
Saturday, 09/20/2014 – 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Valmar-presents-It-is-What-it-is_edited-1Valmar Art & Framing
4150 SW 74 Ct,
Miami, Florida 33155
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

“It Is What It Is…” a photographic expose featuring the work of Seth Berkey. This remarkable series of work is a haunting and poetic presentation, a glance of what was thought to matter most, once not to long ago. Berkey captures the remnants of bank statements and the voices of business tycoons that still echo in the halls of yesterday.

The exhibit opens on Saturday, September 20th during the Bird Road Art Walk and will be on view through October 11th, during regular business hours 10am – 6:00 pm (Mon-Sat).

About Valmar Art & Framing
In 2001, FrameWorks of Coconut Grove opened a second, location, Valmar Art & Framing Showroom in the Bird Road Art District offering an amazing selection of mat and molding options and services including conservation and museum quality framing not to mention an extremely helpful staff. Valmar also extends their support of the arts in our community by showcasing local artists in their popular Artists Series, hosting a monthly exhibit on the 3rd Saturday of every month during the Bird Road Art Walk.

Valmar Art & Framing is located in the Bird Road Art District at 4150 SW 74 Ct, Miami, Florida 33155. For more information please contact: 305.267.9360

Burger Beast present El Main Evento 9/20/14

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El Main Evento
Saturday September 20th, 5PM – 10PM
elmainevento_24x36Magic City Casino
450 NW 37th Ave
Miami, Florida 33125
Admission: Free
All ages welcome
Parking: Plenty of Free Parking
Website

Every 3rd Saturday of the month the Wheelin’ Dealin’ Street Food Festival happens at Magic City Casino. But for September, it becomes El Main Evento!

We’re celebrating Mexican culture with Mariachis, Margaritas, a Burrito Eating Contest and Lucha Libre by Uknow Pro! Yes, Wrestling!

Each of the Food Trucks are creating special Mexican themed dishes featuring spices from El Guapo & McCormick (along with their regular menus) which will be available for sale to the public in limited quantities. Our panel of local experts (Fatgirl Hedonist, GourmandJ & author Mandy Baca) will select one dishes as the best.

Comida – Food: Babe Froman Fine Sausages, Box of Chacos, Che Grill, Crazydilla, Da Burger Shack, Daddy’s Grill, Don Mofongo, El Rey de las Fritas, Flip’s Country Kettle Corn, Jefe’s Original Fish Taco & Burgers, King of Racks BBQ, Ms. Cheezious, Passion BBQ, Poblanos Mexican Fusion, Purple People Eatery, The Rolling Stove, Saucy ‘Stache, Taco Fresh, Top Fries

Postres – Desserts: Cruz Diablo Donuts, HipPOPs Handcrafted Gelato Bars, La Migaja Mexican Bakery, Liquid N2 Ice Cream, Marlie’s Delights, Paradise Cups

Bird Road Art Walk Saturday 9/20/14

Bird Road Art Walk -Saturday, September 20th (& every 3rd Saturday)
Saturday, 09/20/2014 – 09/20/2014 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
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Conveniently located just east of the Palmetto Expressway & south of Bird Road (SW 40th St). Most studios are locates along SW 75 Ave & SW 74 Ave,
Miami, Florida 33155
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

Join us for another AMAZING edition of the Bird Road Art Walk on Saturday, September 20th, from 7-10 pm, and prepare to meet a vibrant community of Miami-based artists as diverse as the city itself.

Go behind-the-scenes and explore the creative process in the many artists’ studios and alternative spaces normally not open to the public; experience new exhibits, interesting people, engaging conversations and amazing artists; connect with original works of art; enjoy live demonstrations and let the music move you as go from one venue to the next.

Approaching its fourth year, the Bird Road Art Walk, continues to bring artists and collectors together. On the third Saturday of each month, artists’ open their studios, along with alternative spaces and galleries that dot the industrial area along SW 74 Ave & SW 75 Ave. The event features a broad range of contemporary, emerging and established artists working in a variety of mediums ranging from photography to sculpture, mix media, conceptual art, ceramics, drawing, painting etc… there is art for all tastes and budgets.

The Bird Road Art Walk is FREE & OPEN to the public.

The Bird Road Art Walk is organized and funded by the Bird Road Art District, Inc., a non-profit volunteer based organization.

Here are just some highlights of what’s in store. Click the link: http://www.thebirdroadartdistrict.com/Bird-Road-Art-Walk.html

Stay connected with the Bird Road Art District

web: http://www.thebirdroadartdistrict.com
facebook: Bird Road Art District
twitter: @BirdRoadArts
Call: 305.467.6819

Cayenas 9/20/14

Cayenas
Saturday, 09/20/2014 – 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
CayenasArte Venezolano en Miami
7432 sw 42 st,
Florida, Florida Miami
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

Arte Venezolano en Miami invites to the opening exhibition “ Cayenas”, It is an exquisite exhibit of the well-known artist Andreina Lopez-Mendez where the evolution of her oeuvre on the subject can be appreciated. The Cayenas is an expression of the everyday life, simplicity and femininity, portrayed in graphic and abstract ways with a colorful pallet, full of energy and Light .
Opening reception Saturday September 20th from 7pm to 10pm During the Bird Road Art Walk.
https://www.facebook.com/events/552222438244158/

Strength: The 3rd Annual Art Show and Auction 10/11/14

Strength: The 3rd Annual Art Show and Auction
Sunday, 10/11/2014 – 05:00 pm – 08:00 pm
Screen-Shot-2014-09-12-at-11The Patricia & Phillip Frost Art Museum
10975 SW 17th Street,
Miami, Florida 33199
Webpage Link
Cost: $5+

Breast cancer is manageable and preventable. The key is early detection. However, studies have shown that minority women in Miami-Dade are less likely to seek preventative breast health care.

The Mammography Art Initiative (MAI) was established at the Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine at FIU in 2011 to address the need for better access to affordable breast health services and breast health education for underserved women in Miami. Through the fundraising efforts of the previous two years’ art shows, we have been able to raise over $50,000 in funds and services to sponsor mammograms and follow up care for hundreds of women all over Miami-Dade County.

The MAI has been inundated with support from local artist and the healthcare community. We are continually expanding our program and hope to close this health disparity gap in the near future.

Fashion Designers Expo 9/25/14 – 9/27/14

Fashion Designers Expo
Thursday, 09/25/2014 – 09/27/2014 08:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Fashion-Designers-Expo-Sept-25-to-27Sofitel Miami Hotel
5800 Blue Lagoon Drive,
Miami, Florida 33126
Webpage Link
Cost:

On September 25th to 27th at the luxurious Sofitel Miami Hotel, FDE is back at it again with designers from across the nation. Opening night features a Blogger/Press Party Social. Friday unveils the Garden of Fashion Runway Show. Saturday splashes the Poolside Swimwear Fashion Show Day Party. This runway exposition will show you “who’s next” in fashion and will also Let the Runway Meet the Cause for Domestic Violence Awareness with Fashion for Charity and information shared by Women in Distress.

The WOW Experience – Fashion Show 9/20/14

The WOW Experience – Fashion Show
Saturday, 09/20/2014 – 11:30 am – 02:30 pm
2014-WOW-Experience-Fashion-ShowMiami Airport Convention Center
711 NW 72nd Ave,
Miami, Florida 33126
Webpage Link
Cost: Tickets for the event are $65 for 2nd tier or $50 for 3rd or 4th tier tickets.

On September 20th, 2014 at 11:30 am, The WOW Center (formally known as Community Habilitation Center) will host its annual Fashion Show Fundraiser. The WOW Center is an organization committed to offering support, guidance and encouragement to adults with developmental disabilities in order to help them become more independent. The models of this fashion show will be the individuals who attend The WOW Center. This fun and high-energy luncheon event will also feature an art gallery showcasing paintings, ceramics and photography from The WOW Center’s Art Program

Stadtluft Macht Frei (Urban Air Makes You Free) 9/10/14

Stadtluft Macht Frei (Urban Air Makes You Free)
Wednesday, 09/10/2014 – 09/10/2014 06:00 pm – 09:00 pm
Screen-Shot-2014-09-04-at-4.50.21-PMThe Patricia & Phillip Frost Art Museum
10975 SW 17th Street,
Miami, Florida 33199
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

Stadtluft Macht Frei (Urban Air Makes You Free) , a New exhibition by Jacek Kolasinski (Chair, FIU Art Art History), Roberto Rovira (Chair, FIU Landscape Architecture Environmental and Urban Design), and Orlando Garcia (Composer-in-Residence, The College of Architecture The Arts).The opening reception for Stadtluft Macht Frei (Urban Air Makes You Free) will take place at The Patricia & Phillip Frost Art Museum, as part of the FrostArt Wednesday After Hours series, on September 10th, 2014 at 6PM.

Switchboard’s All Star Awards 10/17/14

Switchboard’s All Star Awards
Friday, 10/17/2014 – 11:00 am – 02:00 pm
Jungle Island
1111 Parrot Jungle Trail,
Miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link
Cost:

Switchboard’s Third Annual All Star Awards, held at Jungle Island, will honor, celebrate, and recognize nonprofits in the community as Miami’s true all stars. With the Miami Dolphins as the Title Sponsor and over 500 people expected, the All Star Awards are an excellent opportunity for networking and community involvement.

Contact: Kristyn Greco kgreco@switchboardmiami.org 305-358-1640 x 1182

Yoga flow 9/10/14

Yoga flow
Wednesday, 09/10/2014 – 07:00 pm – 08:00 pm
West Dade Regional Library
9445 SW 24 Street,
Same as above, Florida 33165
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

Yoga and Meditation

Come enjoy gentle movement and stretching through beginners yoga poses.

Meditation to soothe your soul.

Teenagers and adults are welcomed.

Social Good Summit #2030NOW 9/22/14-9/23/14

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Social Good Summit #2030NOW
September 22nd and 23rd, 2014
socialgoodsummitMiami Innovation Center
‎1951 NW 7th Ave #300
Miami, FL 33136
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Join us at the with others all over the world to discuss some of the biggest challenges we are facing. Our Miami Meetup will focus on the Social Good Summit theme, #2030NOW, which asks how the use of new technology and new media is shaping creative solutions for solving the main challenges our community faces, thus shaping a better future.

Our goal for the Social Good Summit Miami is to bring together community thought leaders focused on social good, joining the voices and ideas of people around the world. We want to highlight all the good that is already being done here in Southern Florida, tackle challenging questions, exchange information and rally behind the global hashtag, #2030NOW and the local hashtag, #SGSMiami.

Amazing insight from local changemakers in 2013 brought to light issues that we face in Miami. We explored topics ranging from the danger of rising sea levels; how civic innovation leads to economic empowerment; how millennials are creating tools to shape future generations; to practical ways of using technology to bridge the gap between activism and problem-solving. These discussions are particularly important as decision makers map out the next set of overarching goals our community should set.

We cannot accomplish these task alone. We need you. Be a part of one of the biggest, most global and most powerful conversations the world has ever seen.

Yoga Gangsters Challenge 9/28/14

Yoga Gangsters Challenge
Sunday, 09/28/2014 – 10:00 am –
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7205 NE Fourth Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33138
Webpage Link
Cost: http://www.ygchallenge.com

In an effort to raise money to continue the widely popular free yoga programs for kids in schools, shelters, and jails, Yoga Gangsters, a Miami-based non-profit organization reaching at-risk youth in Miami, Ft. Lauderdale and the Palm Beaches, New York, Massachusetts, Arizona, Colorado, Ohio, Nevada, Oklahoma, Illinois, Texas and Maine, will be hosting the annual Yoga Gangsters Challenge.

Yoga Gangsters Challenge includes a two-hour yoga practice consisting of 108 Sun Salutations, a marketplace dedicated to holistic apparel, conscious gift and jewelry vendors, healthy food trucks and a first time debut workshop with Founder Terri Cooper and Executive Director, Jodi Weiner. The Yoga Gangster Raffle grand prize is a life-changing 10-day yoga retreat to India.

Miami Marlins and Feeding South Florida Charity Night 9/19/14

Miami Marlins and Feeding South Florida Charity Night
Friday, 09/19/2014 – 09/19/2014 07:10 pm –
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost: $20

Marlins vs. Washington Nationals. Baseline reserved: $20. A portion of ticket proceeds benefit Feeding South Florida. Feeding South Florida President and CEO Paco Vélez will throw the first pitch at 7:10 p.m. Order tickets at www.marlins.com/specialevents; for groups of 10 or more, contact O’Brien Berry at 305.480.1520 or HBerry@marlins.com.

Winn-Dixie Celebrates/Honors Hispanic Heritage Month With “Dos Culturas, Mucha Frescura” Celebration With Renowned Chef Pepin 9/20/14

Winn-Dixie Celebrates/Honors Hispanic Heritage Month With “Dos Culturas, Mucha Frescura” Celebration With Renowned Chef Pepin
Saturday, 09/20/2014 – 12:00 pm – 02:00 pm
14-4506_WD_HispHeritage_BS_251Winn-Dixie Store #251
3275 Sw 22nd Street,
Miami, Florida 33145
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

Winn-Dixie celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with “Dos Culturas, Mucha Frescura” featuring local celebrity Chef Pepin. Known for his spontaneous and whimsical approach to cooking, Chef Pepin will delight customers with a live, interactive cooking demonstration where he will dish-up a fusion of flavorful recipes, including bacon croquetas, mango chicken wings and cranberry churros. As part of the celebration, attendees will receive a complimentary booklet packed with flavor-fusing recipes (while supplies last) and can take part in an afternoon of fun-filled activities, including raffles, giveaways and more.

Urgent Inc.’s Empower The Youth Golf Classic 10/23/14

Urgent Inc.’s Empower The Youth Golf Classic
Thursday, 10/23/2014 – 11:00 am – 07:00 pm
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1802 NW 37th Ave,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost: $150 per golfer, $50 for non-golfers

Directed by Urgent Inc, the golf tournament will be a four person scramble that will introduce great on-course contests with amazing prizes for the players. Players will be treated to a lunch prior to tournament start, tasty beverages and snacks served all day on the golf course, and a fabulous dinner! After golf, relax and bring the entire family to a great dinner and silent auction as the tournament results are announced.

Proceeds will be benefit Urgent, Inc, a 501(c)(3) Miami, FL based youth and community development organization dedicated to empowering young minds to transform their communities. Their mission is to empower young minds to help transform their communities. They accomplish this through several programs that include the painting of the Dorsey Park Mural, Rites of Passage, Intergenerational Project, and Yes! Camp. They believe that Teamwork helps to drive our younger generation therefore investing in our communities’ future. Please join us while we celebrate the impact that Urgent Inc has made in our society.

“Racing to Success” DBC Business Expo 9/10/14

“Racing to Success” DBC Business Expo
Wednesday, 09/10/2014 – 11:30 am – 08:00 pm
FrontMiami Airport Convention Center
711 NW 72 Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33126
Webpage Link
Cost:

Brand your business
Obtain direct access to your target market
Make contact with business owners & decision-makers
Generate new customers immediately
Secure on-the-spot sales
Meet new prospects

Price:
Free admission to workshops and expo
Luncheon, DBC members $55, future members $75
Exhibitor booths starting at $300 and tables at $185
Sponsorship levels starting at $1,000

For more information contact 305-470-9597 or info@DoralBusiness.com

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

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

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

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

What Will It Take to End Hunger in Miami Summit 9/13/14

What Will It Take to End Hunger in Miami Summit
Saturday, 09/13/2014 – 10:30 am – 04:30 pm
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411 NE 21st Street,
Miami, Florida 33137
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

September is Hunger Action Month. In response, Miami will host a summit to end hunger in South Florida, where 900,000 people go hungry. The event, “What Will it Take to End Hunger” will bring together business leaders, students, government officials, nonprofit organizations, and other concerned citizens to engage in an interactive think-tank discussion on how to end hunger.

The hunger epidemic affects one in four people and is growing rapidly. Florida ranks 12th in the US for food insecurity. Jody Johnson, co-founder of ActionCOACH Team Sage, has teamed up with Feeding South Florida, Joshua’s Heart, the Miami Foundation, Sisters of Charity, city commissioners, and economists to create an event to help end this continuous socio-economic problem.

The event is free of charge and is open to anyone who wants to contribute to ending hunger in South Florida.

Target Free Third Friday 9/19/14

Target Free Third Friday
Friday, 09/19/2014 – 03:00 pm – 09:00 pm
MiamiChildrensMuseum4Miami Children’s Museum
980 Macarthur Causeway,
Miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link
Cost:

Friday, September 19th
3:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Thanks to the generosity of Target Corporation, visitors can roam the Museum free of charge, every third Friday of each month, from 3 pm to 9 pm. Due to the number of visitors on Target Free Third Fridays, we suggest leaving strollers at home or in the car. Thank you.

World Wide Day of Play 9/20/14

World Wide Day of Play
Saturday, 09/20/2014 – 10:00 am – 06:00 am
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980 Macarthur Causeway,
Miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link
Cost:

Saturday, September 20th
10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Nickelodeon’s World Wide Day of Play helps kids everywhere turn off their televisions and play! MCM is doing its part by giving you oodles of games for fun playtime. From balloon volleyball to hopscotch to obstacle courses, you’re sure to have a great day!

Comic Book Day 9/26/14

Comic Book Day
Friday, 09/26/2014 – 10:00 am – 06:00 pm
MiamiChildrensMuseum6Miami Children’s Museum
980 Macarthur Causeway,
Miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link
Cost:

Friday, September 26th
10:00 am – 6:00 pm
It’s a bird – it’s a plane – No, it’s comic book day! Since the 1930s, comic books have been an American favorite. Join us at MCM as we celebrate the comic book world! Create your own comic strips, make fun Art Pop masterpieces, and even meet a real comic cartoonist.

UMIGO Day! 9/27/14

UMIGO Day!
Sunday, 09/27/2014 – 12:00 pm – 04:00 pm
MiamiChildrensMuseum7Miami Children’s Museum
980 Macarthur Causeway,
Miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link
Cost:

Saturday, September 27th
12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Want your child to be a math whiz? Come explore the benefits of UMIGO – You Make It Go. Watch these cool “appisodes”, and then try your hand at these exciting math-based activities.

Bird Road Art Walk 8/16/14

Bird Road Art Walk -Saturday, August 16th (& every 3rd Saturday)
Saturday, 08/16/2014 – 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
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Conveniently located just east of the Palmetto Expressway & south of Bird Road (SW 40th St). Most studios are locates along SW 75 Ave & SW 74 Ave,
Miami, Florida 33155
Facebook Link
Cost: Free

Join us on Saturday, August 16th for the Bird Road Art Walk and meet a vibrant community of Miami-based artists, as diverse as the City of Miami itself.

Go behind-the-scenes and explore the creative process in the many artists’ studios and alternative spaces, normally not open to the public, experience new exhibits, engaging conversations with the artists, fall in love with an original work of art, enjoy live demonstrations, live music, nibbles & tastings as you go from one venue to the next.

Now in its third year, the Bird Road Art Walk, continues to bring artists and collectors together. On the third Saturday of each month, artists’ open their studios, along with the alternative spaces and galleries that dot the industrial area along SW 74 Ave & SW 75 Ave. The event features a broad range of contemporary, emerging and established artists working in a variety of mediums ranging from stained glass, mixed media, photography, digital art, painting, sculpture, drawing, watercolor, metalwork, ceramics etc…

The Bird Road Art Walk is FREE & OPEN to the public.

Cover Photo: Courtesy of James Echols & Soul of Miami

Please share this event on your Facebook page and/or invite friends.

The Bird Road Art Walk is organized and funded by the Bird Road Art District, Inc., a non-profit volunteer based organization.

Click here to view highlights for this months Bird Road Art Walk. http://www.thebirdroadartdistrict.com/Bird-Road-Art-Walk.html

MANO Fine Art presents Last Look at Allegories of the Koi Moon 8/16/14

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MANO Fine Art presents Last Look at Allegories of the Koi Moon
Saturday, 08/16/2014 – 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Allegories-of-the-Koi-Moon-Last-Look_edited-1MANO Fine Art Project Space
4227 SW 75 Ave (2nd Flr),
Miami, Florida 33155
Webpage Link
Cost:

The Koi Moon is said to appear when the water is still and words are mere reflections. A blessing to some mystical and disconcerting to others the moon waxes and wanes as does fortune and the fickleness of man.

MANO Fine Art is proud to present a closing reception for Allegories of the Koi Moon, a collective exhibition featuring the work of Long Looi Lee, MANO and Marcy Grosso.

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

MANO Fine Art Project Space is the working studio of Miami-based artist MANO and an exhibition and project space for art related events. MANO Fine Art is one of the founding members of the Bird Road Art Walk that is held on the third Saturday of each month.
Stay Connected:

Call: 305.467.6819 or 305.467.0066

Web: http://www.manofineart.com/

info@manofineart.com

Facebook:MANO Fine Art

Twitter:@MANOFineArt

Statik Selektah 8/31/14

Statik Selektah
Sunday, 08/31/2014 – 09/01/2014 10:00 pm – 07:00 am
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700 Ne 2nd Ave,
Miami, Florida 33132
Facebook Link
Cost: Free

Dj Statik Selektah – Selectah Sundays
Labor Day Weekend
August 31st, 2014

Album Release Party

Backed Up By
DJ Heron – DJ Self Born – Omar DjExes Marrero

Grandparent’s Day 9/7/14

Grandparent’s Day
Sunday, 09/07/2014 – 12:00 pm – 03:00 pm
MiamiChildrensMuseum1Miami Children’s Museum
980 Macarthur Causeway,
Miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link
Cost:

Sunday, September 7th
12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Spend the day with the grandkids and join our grand activities. We’ll have a scavenger hunt, card making, and a delicious cooking session! Grandparents will enjoy a discounted membership rate.

Sensory Saturday 9/13/14

Sensory Saturday
Saturday, 09/13/2014 – 09:00 am – 11:00 am
MiamiChildrensMuseum2Miami Children’s Museum
980 Macarthur Causeway,
Miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link
Cost:

Saturday, September 13th
9:00 am – 11:00 am
Yoga, art, music and other great sensory experiences await you and your child in this special event set aside for children with sensory processing disorders and their families. Lights and sounds will be dimmed to create a comfortable environment for children to explore. Pre-registration is required. Please RSVP to sensorysaturday@miamichildrensmuseum.org or call (305) 373-5437 ext. 126. MCM opens to the public at 11:00 am.

Video Games Day 9/13/14

Video Games Day
Saturday, 09/13/2014 – 11:00 am – 06:00 pm
MiamiChildrensMuseum3Miami Children’s Museum
980 Macarthur Causeway,
Miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link
Cost:

Saturday, September 13th
11:00 am – 6:00 pm
We’re celebrating National Video Games Day! Come see your favorite video games come to life. Play our very own version of Angry Birds, try to make a Minecraft character, and find your way through our Packman maze.

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

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

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

The Lox 8/29/14

The Lox
Friday, 08/29/2014 – 08/30/2014 10:00 pm – 04:00 am
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697 N Miami Ave,
Miami, Florida 33136
Webpage Link
Cost: $30

The Lox

Styles P – Sheek Louch – Jadakiss

Sounds By
DJ Heron

The Lox (stylized The LOX or The L.O.X.) is an American hip hop group from Yonkers, New York, composed of East Coast rappers Sheek Louch, Styles P, and Jadakiss. They had originally signed to Sean Combs’ Bad Boy Records in 1995, before joining Ruff Ryders Entertainment in 1999, and have since launched their own label, D-Block Records.

MiChiMu’s 11th Birthday 9/6/14

MiChiMu’s 11th Birthday!
Saturday, 09/06/2014 – 10:00 am – 06:00 pm
MiamiChildrensMuseumMiami Children’s Museum
980 Macarthur Causeway,
Miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link
Cost:

Saturday, September 6th
10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Come celebrate the 11th year of the Miami Children’s Museum and our mascot MiChiMu! Join us for exciting birthday games, art activities, and special performances! We’ll have face painting, balloon twisting, and CAKE! So come and sing Happy Birthday with us!

Between Two Worlds 8/16/14

Between Two Worlds
Saturday, 08/16/2014 – 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
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Miami,
Florida, Florida 33155
Webpage Link
Cost: Free`

Between Two Worlds is the combination of two spectacular Cuban artists, their works are different but beautiful, Floyd is rock movement with a musical energy, pop art, vibrant colors, Antonio is peace and quiet, in his imaginary world everything is possible, shadows fall according to nature’s intent, trees grow from earth, and triangles refract light in a realistic manner.

Related Group hosts 3 groundbreakings and 1 property launch, leading with one quarter of current condo development 7/31/14

Related Group hosts 3 groundbreakings and 1 property launch, leading with one quarter of current condo development
Thursday, 07/31/2014 – 07/31/2014 10:00 am – 03:00 pm
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600 NE 31st Street,
Miami, Florida 33137
Webpage Link
Cost: By Invitation Only

City Officials Joined The Related Group to Celebrate a Day of Milestones:

The launch of Paraiso Bayviews by Karim Rashid, and the start of construction at Paraiso Bay and Brickell Heights

The Related Group celebrated three milestones last week with groundbreakings at Brickell Heights and Paraiso Bay followed by the launch of their latest project, Paraiso Bayviews with Karim Rashid. Hundreds of VIP brokers attended the day’s events across Miami, and those involved in preconstruction sales took home more than $9 million in commission checks.

Mayor Tomas Regalado and Commissioner Marc Sarnoff, who were present at the two groundbreakings, congratulated The Related Group’s team on the new projects, which they noted are creating a 24-hour urban core in the Brickell area, and reenergizing the Edgewater neighborhood.

At Brickell Heights, located next to the two-million-square-foot development Brickell CityCentre, David Rockwell has created a sleek glass-walled lobby, glamorous amenity spaces with a private-club vibe, and lavish pool terraces. The 690 luxury residences will sit atop a 30,000-square-foot Equinox Fitness Center and SoulCycle, a state-of-the-art workout studio that will open its first Miami location at Brickell Heights.

At the launch of Paraiso Bayviews, international interior and industrial designer Karim Rashid was on hand to greet the guests. For his second project with The Related Group, Rashid has evolved his trademark colors and bold shapes for a more subdued organic design with softer hues and natural woods inspired in the Paraiso community’s garden bay front setting. Residents of Bayviews, described as the best value within the Paraiso community, will enjoy all of Paraiso’s luxury amenities including a rooftop swimming pool, tennis courts, a beach club, marina, gardens by Enzo Enea, a signature restaurant by Michael Schwartz, and more.

The Paraiso Bay property, set between Biscayne Boulevard and the Bay at NE 31st Street, is East Edgewater’s only master planned community. Celebrities who have already reserved homes there include DJ and music producer David Guetta, basketball star Manu Ginobili, and Spanish tennis legend Arantxa Sanchez-Vicario.

Notable Guests: Karim Rashid, Designer of interiors for Paraiso Bayviews, Celebrity Chef Michael Schwartz, Mayor Thomas Regalado, Commissioner Marc Sarnoff, Carlos Rosso, President of the Condo Division at The Related Group, Sonia Figueroa, Senior Vice President The Related Group, Arden Karson, Senior Vice President The Related Group acquisitions

FIU Theatre An Ideal Husband, directed by Phillip M. Church 9/26/14

FIU Theatre An Ideal Husband, directed by Phillip M. Church
Friday, 09/26/2014 – 10/05/2014 08:00 pm – 10:00 pm
An-Ideal-Husband-Poster-1Herbert and Nicole Wertheim Performing Arts Center Mainstage Theatre
10910 SW 17th Street,
Miami, Florida 33199
Webpage Link
Cost: $10-$15

AN IDEAL HUSBAND by Oscar Wilde, directed by Phillip M. Church
A delightful commentary on late 19th century British social behavior, spiced up by Wilde’s wry wit.

Performance Dates: September 26-28 & October 1- 5, 2014
Wednesday – Saturday 8PM, Sunday 2PM

Tickets
$10 FIU Students
$12 Seniors and FIU Faculty + Staff (With ID)
$15 General Admission
Available at http://wpac.fiu.edu or 305-348-0496

The Lee Boys at The Stage 8/15/14

The Lee Boys at The Stage
Friday, 08/15/2014 – 10:00 pm –
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170 Northeast 38th Street,
Miami, Florida 33137
Buy Tickets Link
Cost: $10

LEE BOYS, one of America’s finest “sacred steel” ensembles, will perform at The Stage in Miami on Friday, August 15th with Suénalo. Doors open at 10:00 P.M. Admission is $10.00. This show is for patrons 21 and older. The venue is at 170 Northeast 38th Street, Miami, 33137.

Victor Minca solo exhibition 8/8/14

Victor Minca solo exhibition
Friday, 08/08/2014 – 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
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4227 SW 75 Ave (2nd Flr),
Miami, Florida 33155
Facebook Link
Cost: Free

Miami Art Lovers & Collectors, enjoy a special evening of art with Italian artist Victor Minca, known for his celebrity portraits. Enjoy wine and cheese as you view Minca’s unique solo exhibit of recent works on Friday, August 8th, from 7 to 10 p.m. at the Miami Art Club, located in the heart of the Bird Road Art District at 4227 SW 75th Ave.

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

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

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

Seating is limited
RSVP suggested: info@manofineart.com

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

Marcelo Holzinger Art Reception For A Worthy Cause 8/9/14

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Marcelo Holzinger Art Reception For A Worthy Cause
Saturday, 08/09/2014 – 07:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Marcelo-Omega-Event-Press-ReleaseOmega Decor
3300 N. Miami Ave,
Miami, Florida 33127
Facebook Link
Cost: Free

Come join us for a fabulous evening of Marcelo Holzinger’s Art, Design, Cocktails, Music, Networking & Fun … benefiting these two great organizations: The UCP Baby House Project – serving children and young adults challenged with Cerebral Palsy (www.ucpbabyhouseproject.com), and God’s Innocent Angels (The GIA Foundation) – working to help children and families impacted by RETT Syndrome (www.godsinnocentangels.org).

Exclusive Wines sponsored by Excelsior Wines – Concha y Toro / Devil’s Collection. (www.excelsiorwines.com).

See you all there!!!!

OMEGA DECOR (www.omegadecor.com).

3300 N. Miami Ave. – Miami, FL 33127

(305) 631-2077

Miss South Florida USA and Miss South Florida Teen USA Pageant 11/9/14

Miss South Florida USA and Miss South Florida Teen USA Pageant
Sunday, 11/09/2014 – 05:00 pm – 08:30 pm
10492056_815971901770816_2591223746597850620_nMiami Elk Lodge
10301 Sunset Drive,
Miami, Florida 33173
Webpage Link
Cost: $15 in Advance, $20 at the door

Miss South Florida USA and Miss South Florida Teen USA pageants are official preliminaries to the state televised Miss Florida USA and Miss Florida Teen USA. Opening to contestants ages 14 to 27. Then annual event will take place on Sunday November 9 at the Miami ELk Lodge. Doors open at 4:30pm event starts at 5:00 pm. Tickets are $15 in advance or $20 at the door.

Beauty and the Barber 9/21/14

Beauty and the Barber
Sunday, 09/21/2014 – 11:00 am – 06:00 pm
inviteBB14Doubletree Hilton Miami Airport Convention Center
711 NW 72nd Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33126
Webpage Link
Cost: $10.00

Experience the premiere of beauty trade exposition, “Beauty and the Barber” set to launch on Sunday, September 21, 2014 at the Miami Airport Convention Center. Beauty and the Barber will be a trade and competition event that will fuse highly recognized brands, industry professionals, independent artists and emerging stylists. Presenting a select 100 exhibitor booths, Beauty and the Barber will bring together current trends, high-energy ambiance, limitless creativity and networking opportunities for professionals in the cosmetic, wellness, spa, perfumery, natural health, nails, and salon and barber industry.

Visitors, exhibitors, distributors and buyers will be able to walk-around over 172,000 square feet of exhibition space dedicated to booths, live demonstrations, private seminars and workshops. Private seminars and workshops will be open exclusively to credentialed trade visitors and exhibitors.

Industry professionals and students can take part in the following competition categories: Barber, Comprehensive Makeup, Basic Makeup, Nails, and Hair. The event will conclude with a presentation of awards and honorable mentions.

Interested exhibitors will have the chance to display a line of new products and services, expand networking and distribution channels, and strengthen their brand awareness. The trade show will be open and not limited to various sectors such as: cosmetic, wellness, spa, perfumery, natural health, nails, and salon and barber.

Beauty and the Barber will aim to be the next top B2B trade event in Florida but unlike most trade shows, the general public will be admitted for an affordable admission cover of $10.00. Spectators will be able to explore the beauty community, innovative products and trends and special shows.

Diplo 7/26/14

Diplo
Saturday, 07/26/2014 – 11:00 pm – 05:00 am
small-f9f9d8ff75205aa7Adore Nightclub
2000 Collins Ave,
Miami, Florida 33139
Webpage Link
Cost: 50-75

Don’t miss your chance to see Diplo at Adore Nightclub for an unforgettable evening!

Get your tickets here: https://nightout.com/events/diplo-club-adore-miami-nightclub-miami-beach-july26/7-26-2014/tickets?a=event-listings-61#.U81-koBdWyM

Planet Kitchen Food and Wellness Tour

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

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

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

Christmas in July for Homeless and Needy 7/25/14

Christmas in July for Homeless and Needy
Friday, July 25th with festivities 10:00 AM – 1 PM.
Miami Rescue Mission
On Street at NW 1st Avenue between NW 20 & 21 Street
2020 NW 1st Avenue – Miami 33127

Hollywood Campus – Broward Outreach Center
On Street at 2056 Scott St. Hollywood, Fl 33020

Pompano Campus – Broward Outreach Center
In outside, inner courtyard at:
1700 Blount Rd. Pompano Beach, Fl 33069

The Miami Rescue Mission/Broward Outreach Centers will hold their annual
“Christmas in July” outreach at their three campuses in Miami, Hollywood and Pompano. The streets will be closed down for the block style outreach in Miami and Hollywood and Pompano campus will hold theirs outside in large courtyard.

The street/outdoor outreach will include showers, free haircuts and clothing give always to all adults. Brand new sneakers will be given to over 600 needy children. A great barbeque style meal will be served and live entertainment including local bands and the Regeneration Singers, residents of the Miami Rescue Mission will be provided. A Children’s Corner is also provided with entertainment and a visit from Santa Claus.

Photographs of Bird Road Art Walk on 7/19/14

Bird Road Art Walk on Saturday, July 19, 2014.  What a great wonderful art walk, this art walk is mostly artist studios, so you get to meet the artist, ask them questions and get to see the space where they create their art.   Click here for a list of the participating Bird Road Art District Studios and see you all next month

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Morgan Page 8/30/14

Morgan Page
Saturday, 08/30/2014 – 11:00 pm – 05:00 am
small-9d347f57ae11f342Adore Nightclub
2000 Collins Ave,
Miami, Florida 33139
Webpage Link
Cost: 30-40

Don’t miss your chance to see Morgan Page at Adore Nightclub for an unforgettable evening!https://nightout.com/events/morgan-page-club-adore-nightclub-miami-beach-aug-30/8-30-2014/tickets?a=event-listings-59#.U8lpXI1dWyM

Free Legal Corporate Entity Workshop 7/30/14

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

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

Please email AJUCHAWSKI@DADELEGALAID.ORG with any questions.

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

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

Spice Up Your Practice with Dharma Mittra Style 7/26/14

Spice Up Your Practice with Dharma Mittra Style
Saturday, 07/26/2014 – 02:00 pm – 04:00 pm
Rina-Yoga-Logo.jpgRina Yoga in The Roads
1250 SW Coral Way,
Miami, Florida 33145
Webpage Link
Cost: $45 at the door, $35 Early Bird

This is a two-hour class designed to deepen the practice based on Sri Dharma Mittra style and teachings.

Radha will guide you mindfully into more advanced variations of poses you may already be familiar with.

This intermediate practice is designed for those wishing to advance through the progressively challenging asana practices. This practice finishes with breathing exercises, a deep relaxation and a guided meditation in order to increase balance, peace, and bring a deep sense of calm and invigorating energy to all students.

For more information: rosa@rinayoga.com

So You Think You Can Paint at Viophilia 7/19/14

So You Think You Can Paint at Viophilia
Saturday, 07/19/2014 – 07/20/2014 08:00 pm – 01:00 am
So-You-Think-You-Can-Paint-at-Viophilia-FlyerViophilia
164 N.W. 20st Unit #101,
Miami, Florida 33127
Facebook Link
Cost: Free

A free event held at Viophilia on Saturday, July 19th 2014 for artists and creatives of all ages and mediums to come together and paint the night away. We set up the perfect environment to generate collaborative work by hanging large scale wood panels and canvases around the room and then covering the floors and walls for easy cleanup. Supply stations are set up with paints, brushes, water, palettes, and paper towels for artists to use throughout the evening.

The goal is to make connections and bonds within the creative community through synergetic expression. Throughout the evening, masters mix with amateurs, curators blend with observers and even non-artists are inspired to participate. By breaking down the individual roles of artist, spectator and consumer the environment influences the final work through a collaborative experience.

Video of last years event

2014 Summer Breast Cancer Awareness 7/14/14

2014 Summer Breast Cancer Awareness
Sunday, 07/01/2014 – 09/01/2014 07:00 am –
Summer-Breast-Cancer-AwarenessThe Women’s Breast Health Initiative
14125 NW 80th Avenue,
Miami Lakes, Florida 33016
Webpage Link
Cost:

2014 Summer Breast Cancer Awareness- Call WBHI for your annual mammogram
Although October is known as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the disease affects women all year round. 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer and nearly 40, 000 die each year. The Women’s Breast Health Initiative, Florida Affiliate (WBHI) built its success on the fact that early detection saves lives and has a summer breast cancer awareness campaign offering life-saving mammograms to women in Miami-Dade and South Broward counties. Call The Women’s Breast Health Initiative at (305) 825-4081 to make an appointment today.
Mammograms are recommended for women each year starting at age 40. By calling (305) 825-4081 for an annual mammogram, qualifying women will be provided with screening performed by collaborating hospital and medical partners. If you haven’t received your mammogram this year, give them a call today!
This summer breast cancer awareness campaign is sponsored by the Women’s Breast Health Initiative, Florida Affiliate, a nonprofit organization that provides critical information and screenings to women in South Florida. Dedicated to fighting breast cancer as a deadly disease, WBHI empowers at-risk women to beat breast cancer through targeted door to door outreach, referrals, screening and/or treatment. This organization believes that all women should benefit from the prevention and early detection of breast cancer, regardless of their ability to pay. For more information, visit www.flbreasthealth.com.

Revisiting the Balsero Crisis and its Aftermath Twenty Years Later: A Symposium 9/4/14

Revisiting the Balsero Crisis and its Aftermath Twenty Years Later: A Symposium
Thursday, 09/04/2014 – 02:00 pm –
FIU Modesto A. Maidique Campus “Graham Center (GC)”
11200 SW 8th Street,
Miami, Florida 33174
Webpage Link
Cost: FREE

The twentieth anniversary of the “balsero” crisis is a propitious occasion to reexamine several key issues raised by the contemporary Cuban diaspora. The Cuban Research Institute has invited a distinguished group of scholars, artists, and professionals who were directly involved with this crisis.

The Brickwall Sessions Comedy Showcase V 7/20/14

The Brickwall Sessions Comedy Showcase V
Sunday, 07/20/2014 – 07/20/2014 08:00 pm – 10:00 pm
flyer5Moonchine Lounge
7100 Biscayne Blvd,
Miami, Florida 33138
Webpage Link
Cost: $5-$20

The Brickwall Sessions is a local project. It is South Florida + Miami’s underground comedy showcase. The best kept comedy secret. It won’t make headlines because you have to see it for yourself. Every month the show features some of the best working comics from our area and displays their polished talent in a one of a kind variety show including a live podcast where comics and audience members converse current events and pop stuff with satire and booze.

Every dollar we make from sales gets placed back into the project! Its really like a donation to make South Florida comedy happen!

Only $5 bucks online!

or

All you can drink from 8-10pm + admin for only $20 online!

Get your drink on 2-4-1 drinks from 7-8pm

Free Valet

Cozy Intimate Setting

Drink Specials all night

Exotic Asian Cuisine

Showcasing this month…

Chewie Cardozo

Chris Zee

John Wynn himself

& Dave Williamson

Hosted by Manny Garavito

This will be a variety show including:

Stand up Comedy

Live Podcast

Sketches on projector

Talk show

About the Venue:

Moonchine Lounge is a wonderfully curated, plush, inviting, decadent, yet laid back atmosphere, perfect for both intimate affairs and personal event celebrations.
The venue offers a variety of delicious Asian Cuisine from Japanese, Chinese, Thai and Vietnamese dishes aswell as an entire of assortment of cocktails.
The Lounge is the Local Arts Undergrounds best kept secret that is rapidly becoming know a place to be among Miami creative elite. From Dance Parties to Comedy shows, Poetry reading to Rock N Roll revues, Burlesque to R&B, Moonchine has expression all over it.

Join us for a Sunday evening with friends and laughter!

The Rough Set Open Mic 7/16/14

The Rough Set Open Mic
Sunday, 07/16/2014 – 07/20/2014 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Fotor0702141836Moonchine Lounge
7100 Biscayne Blvd,
Miami, Florida 33138
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

The headlines read Miami is the third least funniest city in the Nation.
Our rebuttal influenced the flyer for this event…
One of a kind Open Mic night…

Comedians hit the stage and polish their 5 minutes of stage time. The best performers are chosen by the audience and are given a brand new topic on the spot to make humorous for 2 min.

Prizes given throughout the night for participating audience members.
Free RSVP and get a Vodka Drink on us!
This is a Dinner Show!
Arrive early! Doors open at 7 and Happy Hour Two for 1 goes on until 8pm!
Also…
Purchase a ticket online for $10 and we will give you a $20 bar tab!
(Limit one per attendee. Redeemable only during showtime 7-10pm at the lounge. taxes and gratuity not included.)

Music Monday: Miami Raised Musicians

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Having a successful career in music can be a tricky task to accomplish, but the people of Miami have a special spark and flair that gives them the edge they need to succeed. Miami is a hot city filled with even hotter talent, especially when it comes to music!

Gloria Estefan, Trina, Luther Campbell, Trick Daddy and Jon Secada (to name a few) all grew up in Miami and have had tremendous success in the music industry.

Gloria Estefan attended St. Michael-Archangel School and Our Lady of Lourdes Academy in Miami. She also worked at the Miami International Airport as an English/Spanish/French translator in the Customs Department, prior to her success in music.

Trina grew up in Miami and attended the Miami Northwestern Senior High School. She began her career as a model and a rapper in Miami prior to her career taking off when she was featured on Trick Daddy’s second album.

Luther Campbell better known as Luke was born in Miami Beach. Prior to his music career Luke worked as a cook at Mt. Sinai Hospital in Miami Beach, while promoting concerts and bringing together the hottest rap groups in Miami. He also participated in an 8-week study program at the public radio station WDNA.

Trick Daddy, the well-known rapper and producer grew up in Miami as well. After being featured on one of Luke Campbell’s songs from his album, “Uncle Luke,” his career began to take off.

Jon Secada, known as the Cuban American singer songwriter was born in Cuba, but raised in Hialeah, Florida. Secada attended high school at South Florida’s Hialeah High School then went on to Miami Dade Community College before transferring to the University of Miami. He received his bachelors in Music and earned a Master’s in Jazz Vocal Performance.

This list just goes to show, being raised in Miami will give anyone that extra edge they need to conquer the music industry. Miami is due for a new music star! Who will be Miami’s next music sensation? Tweet us some of your favorite upcoming musicians in Miami at @Loop305 with the hash tag #MusicMonday

 

-Samantha Wagner

encaustiCon 2014 9/10/14 – 10/12/14

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Destination Mykonos 7/19/14

Destination Mykonos
Saturday, 07/19/2014 – 07/20/2014 10:00 pm – 03:00 am
destmykonosHaven Gastro Lounge
1237 Lincoln Road,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
Webpage Link
Cost: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/destination-saturday-mykonos-tickets-12169199403

Ever dreamt about partying on Paradise Island, watching the sunrise over the beautiful windmills and sunsets over the Aegean Sea? Maybe sipping on cocktails while listening to Balearic house sounds in the distance?.. No need to buy a ticket to experience it because we have your exclusive pass to Mykonos on HaVen Airlines.
Departing at 10PM on Saturday July 19th, you will see Mykonos without ever leaving Miami Beach. Glance out the windows of the fuselage while we glide over the beautiful Greek Islands. Enjoy First Class pampering with your personal Dj/Pilot Kristian Caro providing you with the soundtrack to your evening, and Co-Pilot VJ Dark Intersection setting the mood… Dine with an exclusive One Night Only Grecian menu inspired by Chef Todd Erickson beginning at pre-boarding (8PM). Your in-flight personal mixologist will be creating signature Grecian cocktails served by the sexiest flight attendants in the air.
This party is only for our VIP clientele (frequent flyers) and only the first 200 passengers who RSVP will receive special boarding passes.

To get yours email
events@havenlounge.com with the Subject “I want to go to Mykonos” This will be a Destination Saturdays you will never forget.

The Weeknd at Adore Nightclub 7/18/14

The Weeknd at Adore Nightclub
Friday, 07/18/2014 – 07/19/2014 10:00 pm – 05:00 am
small-f0ee3310223fe38aAdore Nightclub
2000 Collins Ave,
Miami, Florida 33139
Buy Tickets Link
Cost: 20-30

Don’t miss your chance to see The Weeknd at Adore Nightclub for an unforgettable evening!

Get your tickets here: https://nightout.com/events/the-weeknd-club-adore-miami-nightclub-miamibeach/7-18-2014/tickets?a=event-listings-25#.U7WpN41dWyM

Photographs by Anthony Jordon of THE INDIGENOUS Fashion, Food, Art, Music, CULTURE on 6/28/14

Photographs taken by Anthony Jordon  of THE INDIGENOUS Fashion, Food, Art, Music, CULTURE at Hamilton On The Bay on Saturday, June 28, 2014.  An evening of embracing and unifying culture and diversity; An expressive celebration of the worlds hidden and most ancient roots, cultures, and languages. Go Green Fashionista will be sharing the wisdom of aboriginal people and tribes; highlighting art, music, food and fashion. The mission was for guests to be inspired while receiving knowledge of The Indigenous.

 

To see more of  Anthony Jordon‘s  work go to his flickr page or his facebook page.

In the Mix: Member Mixer 7/8/14

In the Mix: Member Mixer
Tuesday, 07/08/2014 – 06:30 pm – 08:30 pm
July-in-the-mixR House Wynwood
2727 NW 2nd Ave,
Miami, Florida 33127
Facebook Link
Cost: Free

Join The Recording Academy® and fellow music community members for a casual networker hosted by Florida Chapter Board Governor Chris “C-Rod” Rodriguez. Enjoy 2-for-1 drink specials and complimentary hors d’oeuvres courtesy of R HOUSE.

Free admission for Recording Academy members and anyone who would like to learn about or join The Recording Academy. RSVP to florida@grammy.com.

Special thanks to our sponsors: R House Wynwood, SAE Institute, SESAC, and the Tampa Hillsborough Film & Digital Media Commission.

Evolution of Curves 7/26/14

Evolution of Curves
Saturday, 07/26/2014 – 07:00 pm – 09:00 pm
flyerMarriot Miami Airport
1201 NW Le Jeune Rd,
Miami, Florida 33126
More Info Link
Cost: 25.00

Evolution of Curves is set to change the perception of plus size , curvy women in society. With a convincing debut on the E! Network Evolution of Curves proved that women with Curves are stylish, can move, and deserves to be in the spotlight. Join us in Miami for the Official Launch of our tour.

APT606 at The Standard – July 4th – Exclusive Men’s release of FW2014 Christopher Kane 7/4/14

APT606 at The Standard – July 4th – Exclusive Men’s release of FW2014 Christopher Kane
Sunday, 07/04/2014 – 06:00 pm – 09:00 pm
Apt-606-2The Standard
The Standard 40 Island Avenue,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
Webpage Link
Cost:

Join APT606 for “DUSK” at The Standard Spa, 4th of July Edition! 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM.

Celebrate Independence Day with cocktails at sunset and beats by DJ Cassinelli. Members receive 10% off FW2014 Christopher Kane collection curated by APT606.

Photographs of #S.O.S. Venezuela presented by Arte Venezolano en Miami on 6/24/14

#S.O.S. Venezuela presented by Arte Venezolano en Miami on Tuesday, June 24, 2014.  Arte Venezolano en Miami had a fundraiser for S.O.S. Venezuela with more than 50 artists donated their artistic interpretations created on plates that will be sold and or auctioned. Sales proceeds will benefit the Venezuela Awareness Foundation, a non-for-profit human rights organization based in Miami.

Arte Venezolano en Miami | 7432 SW 42 St | Miami 33155 | 786.338.3957.

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Photograhs of Bird Road Art Walk on 6/21/14

Bird Road Art Walk on Saturday, June 21, 2014.  What a great wonderful art walk, this art walk is mostly artist studios, so you get to meet the artist, ask them questions and get to see the space where they create their art.   Click here for a list of the participating Bird Road Art District Studios and see you all next month

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ONE Paraiso Sales Gallery Debut 6/18/14

ONE Paraiso Sales Gallery Debut
Wednesday, 06/18/2014 – 06/18/2014 06:30 pm – 09:00 pm
One Paraiso BayONE Paraiso Sales Gallery
600 NE 31st Street,
Miami, Florida 33137
Webpage Link
Cost: By Invitation Only

Real Estate Leader The Related Group and Italian Design Superstar Piero Lissoni Launch One Paraiso
Unveiling the latest sanctuary in the heart of East Edgewater

The Related Group hosted a celebration with 300 VIP brokers at the site of their newly launched sales gallery, ONE Paraiso by Piero Lissoni in East Edgewater. Sitting on bay front acreage with unobstructed views, the ONE Paraiso sales gallery opened its doors to a breezy summer evening on the water with tastes and cocktails by chef/restaurateur Michael Schwartz. Guests were surprised with an up close jet pack show accompanied by Brazilian beats from a live band.

The property will boast acres of blooming gardens and a private beach club designed by Brazilian architect and interior designer Debora Aguiar with waterfront dining by Michael Schwartz. The beach club will provide a plethora of activities for its residents including jet skiing, paddle boarding, and an in-house Paraiso boat for enjoyment on the Biscayne waters. This destination within a destination will provide residents with tranquility in the heart of East Edgewater.

Minutes from Brickell, Downtown Miami, the Wynwood Arts District, Midtown, the Design District, the Arts and Entertainment District and South Beach, ONE Paraiso will transform Edgewater into the newest neighborhood with everything within reach for tis residents. The property boasts a partnership with National YoungArts Foundation that brings vibrant works by a new generation of artists to the property, keeping innovation at the forefront of the fresh and contemporary development.

ONE Paraiso is already 65% reserved. The Paraiso community has already made headlines as the future home to international celebrities, including acclaimed DJ and music producer David Guetta, Barcelona-born World No. 1 tennis champion Arantxa Sánchez Vicario, and NBA champion Manu Ginóbili, guard for the San Antonio Spurs.

Notable attendees: Jorge Perez, CEO of the Related Group, Nicoletta Canesi, CEO BYLissoni, Carlos Rosso, President of Condominium Development at The Related Group

#S.O.S. Venezuela presented by Arte Venezolano 6/24/14

#S.O.S. Venezuela presented by Arte Venezolano
Tuesday, 06/24/2014 – 04:00 pm – 08:00 pm
ijYC8iMbx3vYArte Venezolano en Miami
7432 SW 42 Street,
Miami, Florida 33155
Facebook Link
Cost: Free

Arte Venezolano en Miami invites you to a very special fundraiser S.O.S. Venezuela, Tuesday, June 24 | 4 – 8 pm. More than 50 artists have donated their artistic interpretations created on plates that will be sold and or auctioned. Sales proceeds will benefit the Venezuela Awareness Foundation, a non-for-profit human rights organization based in Miami.

Arte Venezolano en Miami | 7432 SW 42 St | Miami 33155 | 786.338.3957.

Photographs of Miami New Times Hosts Best Of Miami(R) Release Party at The Rusty Pelican on 6/19/14

Miami New Times Hosts Best Of Miami(R) Release Party at The Rusty Pelican on Thursday, June 19, 2014.  Miami New Times hosted the Best Of Miami® Release Party to celebrate this year’s winners. We all enjoyed wonderful food provided by the Rusty Pelican, and sipped on specially crafted cocktails by Voli Vodka, Purity Vodka, Miami Club Rum, Souverain Wine, Castello di Gabbiano, Veuve de Vernay, Zignum Mezcal, Barbancourt Rhum, Vizcaya Rum, Tanduay Asian Rum, Hierbas Ibicencas, Barton & Guestier, and many more! Played video games provided by 8bitLexicon.

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Wall 2 Wall Women : Miami’s Top Female Street Artists Collaborate On Massive New Mural & Group Art Show 6/21/14

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Wall 2 Wall Women : Miami’s Top Female Street Artists Collaborate On Massive New Mural & Group Art Show
Saturday, 06/21/2014 – 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
WALL2WALINNVITEHarris Art
4432 SW 74 Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33155
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

HarrisArt, Bird Road Art Walk & Mixed Media Collective Present

“WALL 2 WALL WOMEN” Miami’s top female street artists kick off the summer with an epic new mural & exhibition

Acclaimed street-art powerhouse, Diana “DidiRok” Contreras is kicking off the summer by inviting some of the cities top female artists to join her as they take back one of her first mural walls located in the Bird Road Arts District. The massive 300-foot wall located midway on 74th Avenue will have wall to wall women painting live on June 21st. The Bird Road Art District will host the all-female group exhibition, aptly named “Wall 2 Wall Women” at HarrisArt Gallery that evening.

Contreras, along with fellow Miami artists’ Aquarela, Delvs, Kazilla, Lulu107, Miss Lushy, Mars, Marvel, Erin Odea, Jenny Perez, Ruby, Amanda Valdes and Michelle Vazquez will collaborate on the wall as well as the exhibit at the warehouse style gallery. HarrisArt will display over 20 signature works from Miami’s most influential young female artists. Beat the summer heat with complimentary beer tastings by local craft brewery, Daddy Brews and tunes by Lady T of The Geishaz and The Original Jones.

The Bird Road Art Walk was dubbed “Miami New Times Best of 2011.” Free parking, food trucks and over two dozen working artists’ studios, make for a convenient adventure in a creatively thriving district. The district is a hidden gem located just east of the Palmetto Expressway (SR-826) and south of Bird Road (SW 40 St). Most of the studios are located on SW 75 and 74 Avenues between SW 41 St & SW 48 St.

Crowd favorite, HarrisArt , the working studio of Jane Harris and Joan Futscher, centrally located at 4432 SW 74th Ave. Miami, FL 33155, will open its doors for the all-female exhibition at 7pm. HarrisArt hosts exhibitions of new work during the monthly Bird Road Art Walk often including guest artists, special programs and interactive projects. Art enthusiasts will have an opportunity to view all the artists in action as they complete the epic 300-foot mural adjacent to the gallery.

For more information contact Mixed Media Collective at connect@mixedmediacollective.com

MANO Fine Art presents Allegories of the Koi Moon 6/21/14

MANO Fine Art presents Allegories of the Koi Moon
Saturday, 06/21/2014 – 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Allegories-of-the-Koi-Moon_edited-3MANO Fine Art Project Space
4225 SW 75 Ave (2nd Flr),
Miami, Florida 33155
Facebook Link
Cost: Free

The Koi Moon is said to appear when the water is still and words are mere reflections. A blessing to some, mystical and disconcerting to others the moon waxes and wanes as does fortune and the fickleness of man.

MANO Fine Art is proud to present Allegories of the Koi Moon, a collective exhibition featuring the work of Long Looi Lee, MANO and Marcy Grosso.

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

Stay Connected:
Call: 305.467.6819 or 305.467.0066
Web: http://www.manofineart.com/
info@manofineart.com
Facebook:MANO Fine Art
Twitter:@MANOFineArt

HARRISART presents Wall 2 Wall Women, a mural & exhibition project 6/21/14

HARRISART presents Wall 2 Wall Women, a mural & exhibition project
Saturday, 06/21/2014 – 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Mural-ProjectHARRISART
4432 SW 74 Ave,
Miami, Florida 33155
Facebook Link
Cost: Free

Acclaimed street-art powerhouse, Diana“DidiRok“ Contreras and HARRISART have teamed up to kick off the summer by inviting some of the Miami’s top female street artists to join them for “Wall to Wall Women” a mural project and exhibition. In this project Contreras takes back one of her first mural walls located in the Bird Road Art District. The massive 300 foot wall located midway on 74th Avenue will have wall to wall women painting live on June 21st during the award winning Bird Road Art Walk and to celebrate the opening of the all-female group exhibition, aptly named “Wall 2 Wall Women“ at HARRISART.

Contreras, along with fellow Miami artists’ Erin Odea, Lulu 107, Marvel, Delvs, Mars, Ruby, Michelle Vazquez, Amanda Perez, Amanda Valdes, Miss Lushy and Aquarela will collaborate on the mural as well as the exhibition curated by Jane Harris at the warehouse-style gallery. HARRISART will display over 20 signature works from Miami’s most influential female street artists. Beat the summer heat with complimentary beer tastings by Daddy Brews as well as food trucks and tunes by The Geishasz and The Original Jones band.

HARRISART, will open its doors for the exhibition “Wall 2 Wall Women” at 7pm. Curator and gallery owner, Jane Harris, says that “Art enthusiasts will also have an opportunity to view the artists in action as they complete the epic 300-foot mural adjacent to the gallery.”

HARRISART is the working studio of Jane Harris and Joan Futscher. Centrally located at 4432 SW 74th Ave. Miami, FL 33155 in the heart of Miami’s Bird Road Art District. HARRISART hosts exhibitions of new work during the monthly Bird Road Art Walk often including guest artists as well as special programs and interactive projects.

Bird Road Art Walk – Now in its third year the award-winning Bird Road Art Walk continues to bring artists and collectors together. On the third Saturday of each month, artists’ open their studios, along with the alternative spaces and galleries that dot the industrial area along SW 74 Ave & SW 75 Ave. The event features a broad range of contemporary, emerging and established artists working in a variety of mediums from stained glass, mixed media, photography, digital art, painting, sculpture, drawing, watercolor, metalwork, ceramics, performance art, music and more. The Bird Road Art Walk was named Miami’s Best Art Walk in “Miami New Times Best of 2011” and was recently recognized by Frommer’s Travel Guide 2014 and Forbes Travel 2014.

Downtown Bay Forum Lunch 6/25/14

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

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

www.downtownbayforum.org

Magnum Speakeasy – One Night Only 7/2/14

Magnum Speakeasy – One Night Only
Wednesday, 07/02/2014 – 07:30 pm – 11:00 pm
Magnum-Speakeasy-edited-FinalMagnum Restaurant and Lounge
709 NE 79th St.,
Miami, Florida 33138
Facebook Link
Cost: Free- No Cover ; Table Reservations Strongly Recommended

Join us on Wednesday 7/2/14 at 7:30pm @ Magnum Restaurant and Lounge, as Mr. Show Business himself, Maestro Bill Campbell turns back the clock to the roaring twenties for a night of scandalous fun and frolic! Prohibition is in full force, and we’re ‘breaking the law’ in a big (and fun) way! Join us for this period musical cabaret co-starring Henry Perez, Charlotte Libov, David Kessler, Raymond Estrella, Antonio Stark, Rick Jazzed, Antonio Divine, Gus Briand, Neil Kolner, Marilyn Reitman, Hannah Lasky, Amy Arlo, and Claudine Faifer. Specialty cocktails, great food, secure parking. **No open-mic tonight** ; Period attire preferred. RESERVATIONS STRONGLY SUGGESTED- Call (305) 757-3368. See You There!

Play On FIU Theatre Presents Alternative Theatre Festival 2014 7/24/14-8/2/14

“Play On ” FIU Theatre Presents Alternative Theatre Festival 2014
Thursday, 07/24/2014 – 08/02/2014 08:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Untitled-1Herbert and Nicole Wertheim Performing Arts Center
1120 SW 8th Street, Graham Center # 243,
Miami, Florida 33199
Webpage Link
Cost: Tickets $ 10-General Admission Cash or check only|Available at Door|No Advance Sales

“Play On” By Rick Abbot; Directed by Marina Pareja The hilarious story of a theatre group trying desperately to put on a play in spite of maddening interference from an arrogant author who keeps revising the script .July 24,25,26,31 & August 1,2 . 8:00 pm black Box Theatre .Telephone 305.348.2895

Zonin Summer Aperitivo Series 6/16/14

Zonin Summer Aperitivo Series
Sunday, 06/16/2014 – 06/19/2014 06:00 pm – 07:00 pm
Summer-Aperitivo-Series1Via Verdi Restaurant
6900 Biscayne Blvd.,
Miami, Florida 33138
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

Hey Miami! Join us for Zonin Summer Aperitivo Series filled with food, wine & fun! You will get to try a variety of Casa Vinicola Zonin’s exceptional wines from Tuscany, Puglia, and Sicily.

Visit Bocce Bar (Mondays, 5PM-7PM), Via Verdi (Wednesdays, 6PM-7PM), Barezzito (Thursdays, 6PM-9PM). Hope to see you there!

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

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

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

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

Discussion Topic:

Led By Stephanie Sylvestre- COO, Children’s Trust

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

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

To reserve your spot contact:

Katie Doyle

305.799.6547.

kdoyle@commonwealthinstitute.org

Kicks for Pennies Presents Jimmy Wilson’s Charity Softball Game 6/14/14

Kicks for Pennies Presents Jimmy Wilson’s Charity Softball Game
Saturday, 06/14/2014 – 05:00 pm –
KFP-jimmy-wilson-eventFIU Baseball Stadium
11310 SW 17th Street,
Miami, Florida 33199
Webpage Link
Cost: $10-75

Join Kicks for Pennies and some of your favorite Miami Dolphins football players including Lamar Miller, Mike Pouncey, and several other players this Saturday for the Jimmy Wilson Charity Softball Game. Along with current Dolphins players, Miami Heat great Tim Hardaway will be playing. All proceeds benefit the Above .500 program that helps local middle and high school students by motivating them to achieve their best potential as students, athletes or future entrepreneurs. Come out and show your support for a great cause!

Conrad Miami Hosts Youth Soccer Clinic 6/14/14

Conrad Miami Hosts Youth Soccer Clinic
Saturday, 06/14/2014 – 06/14/2014 09:30 am – 11:30 am
Soccer-In-Conrad-2014Conrad Miami
1395 Brickell Ave.,
Miami, Florida 33131
Facebook Link
Cost: Free Event

Conrad Miami welcomes the spirit of the World Cup with a Complimentary Kid’s Soccer Clinic taught by the talented coaches of DxT Academy. Beginners and advanced players are welcomed to perfect their skills. Space is limited. R.S.V.P. for your little soccer champ today: miamiinfo@conradhotels.com or 305-503-6550.

International Latin and Salsa Saturdays 6/14/14

International Latin and Salsa Saturdays
Saturday, 06/14/2014 – 12/27/2014 10:00 pm – 05:00 am
PhotoGrid_14021624294672The Ren A Venue
10855 sw 72 st,
Miami, Florida 33173
Facebook Link
Cost: 15

Don Mecca Promotions Rene Gueits Salsa Present….

International Latin and Salsa Saturdays at the Ren

Live band by Grupo Ara Oko

Miami’s #1 Salsa and Open Format Party

Sounds by DJ Frank
Salsa and Top40, House, Open Format

Ladies free before 12 and $5 after

Guys receive complimentary cocktail with entry

Celebrating a birthday? Buy a bottle of vodka and get one free. Bottle specials starting at $125. RSVP OR EVENT INFO 786 309 3671

Brought to you by Don Mecca and Rene Gueit;s Salsa Lovers “Come have the time of your life”

#dmpromotions #salsa #merengue #bachata #top40 #salsadancing #miami #coralgables #southmiami #kendall #homestead #brickell #women #mujeres #rubias #saturdays #clubs #tourist #weekends #cuba #pr #dr #colombia #hialeah #reggaeton #promoter #vip #vipevents #salsa #salsacubana

https://www.facebook.com/events/272377109577355/

Latin Flavor Salsa Fridays 6/13/14

Latin Flavor Salsa Fridays
Saturday, 06/13/2014 – 01/02/2015 09:00 pm – 03:00 pm
10378910_10202931070695893_4960751898003492481_n-1Open Stage Club
2325 galiano st,
coral gables, Florida 33143
Facebook Link
Cost: 10

DON MECCA PROMOTIONS AND RENE GUEITS “SALSA LOVERS” PRESENT

LATIN FLAVOR FRIDAYS

SALSA CLASSES BYHOT SPOT DANCE STUDIOS

THIS FRIDAY GLOW PARTY
THE CLASSES BEGIN AT 9:00 PM SHARP

HOSTED BY DON MECCA and RENE GUEITS “SALSA LOVERS”

ALL NEW SOUNDS BY DJ KAMEO
SALSA, MERENGUE, BACHATA, REGGAETON, TOP 40

CELEBRATING A BIRTHDAY? CALL OR TEXT ABOUT COMPLIMENTARY VIP SERVICE.

VIP BOTTLE SPECIALS STARTING AT $90 AND TWO BOTTLES STARTING AT $120.

BIRTHDAYS RECEIVE A FREE BOTTLE OF CHAMPAGNE IN VIP, RSVP. CALL OR TEXT 7863093671

OPEN STAGE CLUB IS A BLOCK AWAY FROM ALE HOUSE

2325 GALIANO ST, CORAL GABLES FL, 33134

DM Promotions “COME HAVE THE TIME OF YOUR LIFE”
#miamisalsascene #salsamiami #bachata #merengue #salsadancing #BACHATADANCING #merenguedancing #housemusic #top40 #salsafridays #salsafridaysmiami #sobe #salsaclubs #miamiclubs #hotgirls #miamigrrls #miamiboys #miamibeach #florida #miami #oceandrive #coconutgrove #coralgables #colombia #cuba #venezuela #puertorico #dr #panama #brazil #mexico #salsa #house #DORAL #brickell #downtown #midtown #southbeach #sweetwater #westpalmbeach #broward #pembrokepines #hialeah #cuba

International Latin and Salsa Saturdays 6/21/14

International Latin and Salsa Saturdays
Saturday, 06/21/2014 – 07/05/2014 10:00 pm – 05:00 am
PhotoGrid_14021624294671The Ren A Venue
10855 sw 72 st,
Miami, Florida 33173
Facebook Link
Cost: 15

Don Mecca DM Promotions and Rene Gueits Salsa Present….

International Latin and Salsa Saturdays at the Ren

Live band by Grupo Ara Oko

Miami’s #1 Salsa and Open Format Party

Sounds by DJ Frank
Salsa and Top40, House, Open Format

Ladies free before 12 and $5 after

Guys receive complimentary cocktail with entry

Celebrating a birthday? Buy a bottle of vodka and get one free. Bottle specials starting at $125. RSVP OR EVENT INFO 786 309 3671

Brought to you by Don Mecca and Rene Gueit;s Salsa Lovers “Come have the time of your life”

#dmpromotions #salsa #merengue #bachata #top40 #salsadancing #miami #coralgables #southmiami #kendall #homestead #brickell #women #mujeres #rubias #saturdays #clubs #tourist #weekends #cuba #pr #dr #colombia #hialeah #reggaeton #promoter #vip #vipevents #salsa #salsacubana

Contemporary Diaspora Expressions of the Ancient Yoruba Goddess Osun (Ochun) 6/12/14

Contemporary Diaspora Expressions of the Ancient Yoruba Goddess Osun (Ochun)
Thursday, 06/12/2014 – 05:00 pm – 08:00 pm
photoMiami Dade Community College
6300 NW Seventh Ave. Miami, FL 33150,
Miami, Florida 33150
Facebook Link
Cost: FREE EVENT

“Contemporary Diaspora Expressions of the Ancient Yoruba Goddess Osun (Ochun)”
A Community Roundtable Discussion on Cultural based Trade, Travel & Tourism

WHEN: Thursday, June 12th, 2014

TIME: 5:00-7:30 pm

WHERE: Miami Dade Community College
Carrie P. Meek Entrepreneurial Education Center
6300 NW Seventh Ave.
Miami, FL 33150

HOSTED BY: Community Builders Holistic Development Corporation
WHY: Commemorating the 8th Year Anniversary of the signing of the State of Florida Legislation
designating Osun’s Village and African Caribbean Cultural Arts Corridor
COST: FREE
EVENT
CONTACT:For more information about the community roundtable discussion on cultural based Trade, Travel and Tourism please contact (786) 344-1153

About Community Builders Holistic Development Corporation
As one of the nation’s premier organizations for culturally based community and economic development, Community Builders Holistic Development Corporation exists to bring positive societal responses to African roots and culture by creating inter-cultural engagement and awareness by offering educational programs via sacred dance, music, oral tradition and visual arts performances, and workshops through the African Caribbean Arts Corridor, and Osun’s Village artistic and cultural projects. We establish strategic alliances and community based relationships to restore and preserve cultural communities and industries. These alliances map significant destinations in our nation’s cultural cores as well as highlight areas where cultural development is of maximum impact.

OneUnited Bank Announces Free Smart Money Summer School Workshops For Improved Financial Literacy 6/14/14, 7/12/14, 8/12/14, 8/26/14

OneUnited Bank Announces Free Smart Money Summer School Workshops For Improved Financial Literacy
Saturday, 06/14/2014 – 08/26/2014 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
OneUnited-Bank-Free-Smart-Money-Summer-School-press-releaseOneUnited Bank
3275 NW 79th Street,
Miami, Florida 33147
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

OneUnited Bank announces a series of free and open-to-the-public consumer finance summer workshops at various bank branches June 14 – August 26, 2014. The workshops will focus on consumer banking issues such as how to build or rebuild credit, credit reports and information about how lenders make credit decisions. The two-hour workshops will be presented by OneUnited Bank managers and are part of OneUnited Bank’s continuing effort to improve financial literacy.

Dates and Times:
June 14 from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
July 12 from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
August 12 from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
August 26 from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Sinister Miami 6/21/14

Sinister Miami
Saturday, 06/21/2014 – 06/21/2014 10:00 pm – 04:00 am
3.5"x4" Post Card TemplateEros Lounge Miami
8201 Biscayne Blvd,
Miami, Florida 33138
Facebook Link
Cost: 21+ $5 18-20 $10

Welcome the new era of darkness in subculture life. Come enjoy a night of underground sounds and dance with the devil all night long.

Resident DJ & Host:
DJ DeadHead (Cyberia/Legion/Black Blood)

Guest Dj’s:
Sandee Hell aka Dj Lady Anime
SIR Champa

Spinning the best in
EBM – Industrial – Electronica – Dark Wave – Cold Wave – Rhythmic Noise

21+ Free before 11, $5 after
18+ $10

Free secure parking
Outdoor patio
Pool table

Women who love women speed dating 6/18/14

Women who love women speed dating
Wednesday, 06/18/2014 – 06/18/2014 06:00 pm – 09:00 pm
ladieslgbtdcEros Lounge Miami
8201 Biscayne Blvd,
Miami, Florida 33138
Eventbrite Link
Cost: $20 pre registration $30 at door

One Chance Entertainment and Date Curves
presents

“Women Who Love Women” speed dating mixer

15 chances to find love.

Meet single available women who love women in your area.
Social mixer starts at 6pm and main event at 7pm.

*Limited seating available*

Tickets Include *Dating up to 15 singles*

Ticket sales end June 15, 2014

This event will sell out!!!

This is an upscale speed dating mixer event. One Chance Entertainment & Dating curves facilitate the One Introduction that can change everything.

This event is for young professional women (ages 21+) who are looking for love.
follow our sponsors on Twitter (@datecurves) (@onechancent) @sandyjpoce)

Titanfall Tournament at TigerDirect’s Flagler Store 6/21/14

Titanfall Tournament at TigerDirect’s Flagler Store
Saturday, 06/21/2014 – 02:00 pm – 06:00 pm
az0kTigerDirect Flager Store
7795 West Flagler Street,
Miami, Florida 33144
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

TigerDirect is proud to announce the first ever live streaming tournament of TitanFall! Sponsored by Xbox One, Creative Labs, TigerDirect and BAWLS, 16 teams will fight for the right to be crowned Titanfall Champion. The top two teams will enjoy free premium gaming headsets provided by Creative Labs. In addition to exclusive Xbox One deals, free giveaways from TigerDirect, and free drinks from BAWLS, contestants are also eligible to win cash prizes up to $1500.

PRIZES: 1st Place Grand Prize: $1,500 | 2nd Place Winner: $900 | 3rd Place Winner: $600

Winn-Dixie’s ‘World Food Cup’ Event 6/6/14

Winn-Dixie’s ‘World Food Cup’ Event
Friday, 06/06/2014 – 04:00 pm – 08:00 pm
WD-World-Food-Cup-LOGO1Winn-Dixie Store #366
3701 N.W. Seventh St.,
Miami, Florida 33126
More Info Link
Cost: Free

Winn-Dixie is teaming up with KRAFT, Coca-Cola and Mondelez the Official Snacks of US Soccer to invite futbol fanatics for an afternoon of fun during Winn-Dixie’s ‘World Food Cup’ mini fan fests at participating Miami locations. Families are invited to enjoy soccer-inspired activities, including inflatable soccer goals, live entertainment, giveaways, product sampling and more.

From June 4-24, shoppers can enter for a chance to win a Home Viewing Party for the final match with top prizes including, big screen TVs, food and gift cards from Winn-Dixie, Coca-Cola and KRAFT at select Winn-Dixie locations. Customers will receive one (1) automatic entry with the purchase of any three (3) products from Coca-Cola, KRAFT, or Winn-Dixie Family Favorites with a minimum transaction of $35.00 using their Reward Card. For a full list of prizes and sweepstakes rules, please visit www.winndixie.com/futbolsweeps.

Winn-Dixie’s ‘World Food Cup’ Event 6/7/14

Winn-Dixie’s ‘World Food Cup’ Event
Saturday, 06/07/2014 – 11:00 am – 03:00 pm
WD-World-Food-Cup-LOGO2Winn-Dixie Store #247
1155 N.W. 11th St.,
Miami, Florida 33136
More Info Link
Cost: Free

Winn-Dixie is teaming up with KRAFT, Coca-Cola and Mondelez the Official Snacks of US Soccer to invite futbol fanatics for an afternoon of fun during Winn-Dixie’s ‘World Food Cup’ mini fan fests at participating Miami locations. Families are invited to enjoy soccer-inspired activities, including inflatable soccer goals, live entertainment, giveaways, product sampling and more.

From June 4-24, shoppers can enter for a chance to win a Home Viewing Party for the final match with top prizes including, big screen TVs, food and gift cards from Winn-Dixie, Coca-Cola and KRAFT at select Winn-Dixie locations. Customers will receive one (1) automatic entry with the purchase of any three (3) products from Coca-Cola, KRAFT, or Winn-Dixie Family Favorites with a minimum transaction of $35.00 using their Reward Card. For a full list of prizes and sweepstakes rules, please visit www.winndixie.com/futbolsweeps.

Winn-Dixie’s ‘World Food Cup’ Event 6/8/14

Winn-Dixie’s ‘World Food Cup’ Event
Sunday, 06/08/2014 – 11:00 am – 03:00 pm
WD-World-Food-Cup-LOGO3Winn-Dixie Store #388
18300 S.W. 137th Ave.,
Miami, Florida 33177
More Info Link
Cost: Free

Winn-Dixie is teaming up with KRAFT, Coca-Cola and Mondelez the Official Snacks of US Soccer to invite futbol fanatics for an afternoon of fun during Winn-Dixie’s ‘World Food Cup’ mini fan fests at participating Miami locations. Families are invited to enjoy soccer-inspired activities, including inflatable soccer goals, live entertainment, giveaways, product sampling and more.

From June 4-24, shoppers can enter for a chance to win a Home Viewing Party for the final match with top prizes including, big screen TVs, food and gift cards from Winn-Dixie, Coca-Cola and KRAFT at select Winn-Dixie locations. Customers will receive one (1) automatic entry with the purchase of any three (3) products from Coca-Cola, KRAFT, or Winn-Dixie Family Favorites with a minimum transaction of $35.00 using their Reward Card. For a full list of prizes and sweepstakes rules, please visit www.winndixie.com/futbolsweeps.

Winn-Dixie’s ‘World Food Cup’ Event 6/14/14

Winn-Dixie’s ‘World Food Cup’ Event
Saturday, 06/14/2014 – 11:00 am – 02:00 pm
WD-World-Food-Cup-LOGO4Winn-Dixie Store #283
8855 Coral Way,
Miami, Florida 33165
More Info Link
Cost: Free

Winn-Dixie is teaming up with KRAFT, Coca-Cola and Mondelez the Official Snacks of US Soccer to invite futbol fanatics for an afternoon of fun during Winn-Dixie’s ‘World Food Cup’ mini fan fests at participating Miami locations. Families are invited to enjoy soccer-inspired activities, including inflatable soccer goals, live entertainment, giveaways, product sampling and more.

From June 4-24, shoppers can enter for a chance to win a Home Viewing Party for the final match with top prizes including, big screen TVs, food and gift cards from Winn-Dixie, Coca-Cola and KRAFT at select Winn-Dixie locations. Customers will receive one (1) automatic entry with the purchase of any three (3) products from Coca-Cola, KRAFT, or Winn-Dixie Family Favorites with a minimum transaction of $35.00 using their Reward Card. For a full list of prizes and sweepstakes rules, please visit www.winndixie.com/futbolsweeps.

Winn-Dixie’s ‘World Food Cup’ Event 6/15/14

Winn-Dixie’s ‘World Food Cup’ Event
Sunday, 06/15/2014 – 11:00 am – 02:00 pm
WD-World-Food-Cup-LOGO5Winn-Dixie Store #361
15050 S.W. 72nd St.,
Miami, Florida 33193
More Info Link
Cost: Free

Winn-Dixie is teaming up with KRAFT, Coca-Cola and Mondelez the Official Snacks of US Soccer to invite futbol fanatics for an afternoon of fun during Winn-Dixie’s ‘World Food Cup’ mini fan fests at participating Miami locations. Families are invited to enjoy soccer-inspired activities, including inflatable soccer goals, live entertainment, giveaways, product sampling and more.

From June 4-24, shoppers can enter for a chance to win a Home Viewing Party for the final match with top prizes including, big screen TVs, food and gift cards from Winn-Dixie, Coca-Cola and KRAFT at select Winn-Dixie locations. Customers will receive one (1) automatic entry with the purchase of any three (3) products from Coca-Cola, KRAFT, or Winn-Dixie Family Favorites with a minimum transaction of $35.00 using their Reward Card. For a full list of prizes and sweepstakes rules, please visit www.winndixie.com/futbolsweeps.

Winn-Dixie’s ‘World Food Cup’ Event 6/21/14

Winn-Dixie’s ‘World Food Cup’ Event
Sunday, 06/21/2014 – 11:00 am – 02:00 pm
WD-World-Food-Cup-LOGO6Winn-Dixie Store #254
11241 SW 40th St.,
Miami, Florida 33165
More Info Link
Cost: Free

Winn-Dixie is teaming up with KRAFT, Coca-Cola and Mondelez the Official Snacks of US Soccer to invite futbol fanatics for an afternoon of fun during Winn-Dixie’s ‘World Food Cup’ mini fan fests at participating Miami locations. Families are invited to enjoy soccer-inspired activities, including inflatable soccer goals, live entertainment, giveaways, product sampling and more.

From June 4-24, shoppers can enter for a chance to win a Home Viewing Party for the final match with top prizes including, big screen TVs, food and gift cards from Winn-Dixie, Coca-Cola and KRAFT at select Winn-Dixie locations. Customers will receive one (1) automatic entry with the purchase of any three (3) products from Coca-Cola, KRAFT, or Winn-Dixie Family Favorites with a minimum transaction of $35.00 using their Reward Card. For a full list of prizes and sweepstakes rules, please visit www.winndixie.com/futbolsweeps.

Winn-Dixie’s ‘World Food Cup’ Event 6/28/14

Winn-Dixie’s ‘World Food Cup’ Event
Saturday, 06/28/2014 – 11:00 am – 02:00 pm
WD-World-Food-Cup-LOGO7Winn-Dixie Store #249
6770 Bird Rd.,
Miami, Florida 33155
More Info Link
Cost: Free

Winn-Dixie is teaming up with KRAFT, Coca-Cola and Mondelez the Official Snacks of US Soccer to invite futbol fanatics for an afternoon of fun during Winn-Dixie’s ‘World Food Cup’ mini fan fests at participating Miami locations. Families are invited to enjoy soccer-inspired activities, including inflatable soccer goals, live entertainment, giveaways, product sampling and more.

From June 4-24, shoppers can enter for a chance to win a Home Viewing Party for the final match with top prizes including, big screen TVs, food and gift cards from Winn-Dixie, Coca-Cola and KRAFT at select Winn-Dixie locations. Customers will receive one (1) automatic entry with the purchase of any three (3) products from Coca-Cola, KRAFT, or Winn-Dixie Family Favorites with a minimum transaction of $35.00 using their Reward Card. For a full list of prizes and sweepstakes rules, please visit www.winndixie.com/futbolsweeps.

Photographs of For the Love of Art Charity Auction and Honoree Celebration on 5/29/14

For the Love of Art Charity Auction and Honoree Celebration at University of Miami Life Science Technology Park on Thursday, May 29, 2014.  The Education Fund’s annual charity auction, “For the Love of Art,” showcased more than 180 original pieces of artwork created by Miami-Dade County public school students and teachers. This Children’s Trust sponsored event showcases artwork crafted from materials found at The Education Fund’s Ocean Bank Center for Educational Materials, a warehouse with donated supplies where teachers can shop for free.  Also, there was more than 100 luxury items, performances by the New World School of the Arts Jazz Band, an open bar by Bacardi, and a Whole Foods Market epicurean feast and the emcee for the night was CBS4 anchor Irika Sargent.

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Meet the Artist 7/30/14

Meet the Artist
Wednesday, 07/30/2014 – 06:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Soyka Restaurant
5556 NE 4th Ct,
Miami, Florida 33137
Webpage Link
Cost: Free Admission

Meet the Artist Events will present an Art Exhibit featuring 3-4 local artists and their fabulous artwork in a reception atmosphere at the fabulous Soyka Restaurant. Enjoy a complimentary glass of wine while networking with other art enthusiasts and our local business community. Art will be available for sale for those interested. For more information and to RSVP contact bertha.morales@live.com.

Patricia and Phillip Frost Museum of Science Presents Cutting-Edge Panel Discussion Exploring Intersection Between Art & Science with Curious Vault Collaborations 6/10/14

Patricia and Phillip Frost Museum of Science Presents Cutting-Edge Panel Discussion on June 10 Exploring Intersection Between Art & Science with Curious Vault Collaborations
Tuesday, 06/10/2014 – 07:00 pm – 09:00 pm
PPFMOS-TEMP-LOGO15Patricia and Phillip Frost Museum of Science
3280 South Miami Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33129
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

Showcasing the importance of creativity and innovation in science, the Patricia and Phillip Frost Museum of Science (formerly Miami Science Museum) will host the complimentary Curious Vault Collaborations 001 Coral panel discussion. The discussion will focus on the inaugural Curious Vault Collaborations exhibit – “Do Brain Corals Dream of Algal Symbionts?” – currently on display at the museum, and how the Curious Vault Collaborations project, a periodic exhibition and online cabinet of curiosities, puts a local artist and scientist together to create a tabletop display from their teamwork. The team must use at least one item from the museum’s collection.
Over 200 local tastemakers and VIP guests are expected to attend the event.
RSVPs are required.

TCI’s: Business Books and Coffee 6/4/14

TCI’s: Business Books & Coffee
Wednesday, 06/04/2014 – 08:00 am – 09:30 am
802Kaufman Rossin & Co.
2699 S. Bayshore Drive,
Miami, Florida 33133
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

You’re Invited to Attend TCI’s: Business Books & Coffee
This program is exclusive to TCI members; however space permitting guests interested in joining TCI are welcome!

The Business Book Club (BBC) meets to discuss relevant and thought-provoking business books to help you:
Learn current business trends and ideas
Discover tools for personal and professional growth
Connect with business colleagues
Identify organizational best practices

At this meeting we will discuss our first book “Thrive: The Third Metric to Redefining Success and Creating a Life of Well-Being, Wisdom and Wonder” by Arianna Huffington.

*The BBC will meet monthly alternating locations between Broward and Miami-Dade counties*

When
Wednesday
June 4, 2014
8:00am to 9:30am
Where
Kaufman Rossin & Co.
2699 S. Bayshore Drive
Miami, FL 33133
Facilitated By:
Janet Kyle Altman
Nancy Allen
To Reserve Your Spot Contact Katie Doyle
at 305.799.6547

Miami Life Pool Party 6/14/14

Miami Life Pool Party
Saturday, 06/14/2014 – 06/14/2014 02:00 pm – 11:00 pm
MiamiLife-June-14-2014Finnegan’s River
401 S.W. 3rd Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link
Cost: Complimentary Admission before 4pm with RSVP; $10 After

Let’s make a splash to celebrate the summer. Join us poolside for cocktail, food and fun!
Music by DJ Don Hot & Jis Music (Hip Hop, Top40s, Reggae, Zouk & More)

– 2 Champagne Bottles or Vodka Bottle with Food Platter $75 (RSVP ONLY!)
– (2) 20ft Screens & (20+) HD TVs
– Free Dock Space (come by Yacht/ Boat /Jet Ski)
– Swimming Pool & Hot Tub
– Pool Tables

For INFO or RSVP majesticgroupevents@gmail.com / 786-970-7403

Bowling for Rhinos 7/18/14

Bowling for Rhinos
Friday, 07/18/2014 – 06:30 pm – 09:30 pm
bowlingforrhinoslogo.jpegBird Bowl Center
9275 SW 40 Street, Miami, Florida 33165.,
Miami, Florida 33165
Webpage Link
Cost: $25/adult; $15/child under 12

Dust off those bowling balls, grab the family, and join the South Florida Chapter of the American Association of Zoo Keepers on Friday, July 18, 2014 from 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. at Bird Bowl Bowling Center for a special night to help save rhinos! The $25 per bowler registration fee and $15 per child under 12 includes shoe rental, pizza, and soda. 100% of all funds raised go directly toward rhino conservation in Asia and Africa. Checks should be made payable to AAZK-BFR. To register please click on www.sfaazk.org/bfr.html. Bird Bowl Center is located at 9275 SW 40 Street, Miami, Florida 33165.

Grand Opening Lotus House Thrift Chic Boutique 5/24/14

Grand Opening Lotus House Thrift Chic Boutique
Saturday, May 24th, beginning 10 a.m.
IMG_3382Thrift Chic Boutique
2040 NW 7th Avenue
Miami, FL

Love to Shop, Shop to Love!
At the all new Lotus House Thrift Chic Boutique & Job Training Center
Opening this Saturday, May 24th in Wynwood
Benefiting the Lotus House Women’s Shelter
Lotus House Thrift Chic Boutique & Professional and Life Skills Center Grand Opening

Lotus House will be celebrating the Grand Opening of its new designer Lotus House Thrift Chic Boutique, where those who Love to Shop can Shop to Love!, at the new location, which will also serve as the Donations Center for Lotus House. Lotus House Thrift Chic Boutique, an initiative of the Sundari Foundation, serving poor, disadvantaged and homeless women and children seeking a better life, is an essential partner with Lotus House in supporting, uplifting, and empowering women and youth to achieve greater self-sufficiency. Lotus House Thrift Chic Boutique specializes in designer, vintage, like new and gently used clothing, furnishings, collectables and more, all at beautiful prices for today’s cost conscious shopper.

The event will also mark the inauguration of the expanded Professional and Life Skills Center, which provides basic life skills and job readiness training for women and youth at Lotus House. Building on the success of its earlier Retail Job Training program, a hands on “real world” vocational training course that uses Lotus House Thrift as a working classroom, the Center will offer two brand new opportunities for vocational education: a Barista Job Training Program, in collaboration with Wynwood’s favorite Panther Coffee, and an E-Commerce Job Training Program, both of which will be in operation at the Chic Boutique and coming soon.

“Lotus House Thrift and our Professional and Life Skills Center offer us a creative way to build grassroots support and raise public awareness at the same time we empower women and youth to build the foundation for the future and a better way of life,” said Constance Collins, Lotus House Director. “The incredible support we continue to see through donations and purchases help fund the shelter’s job training programs and operations; provide basic clothing, work attire and furnishings for women and children at Lotus House; and provide innovative work development opportunities for women and youth entering the work world and on the path towards self-sufficiency to build brighter futures for themselves and their families. ”

With assistance from local community partner, Panther Coffee, the Barista Job Training program will prepare women at Lotus House to enter the barista and restaurant industry through a fast-paced work environment at the new Barista Bar, soon to be located in the new facilities. The E-Commerce Job Training will allow women and youth to apply career and life skills to the field of e-commerce via a new online retail platform, operating from Lotus House Thrift Chic Boutique. Like Lotus House Thrift, the new Barista Bar and online shopping website will be staffed entirely by Lotus House guests and alumni showcasing the exemplary work of Lotus House women as prospective employees.

Lotus House Thrift will open to the public at its new location on Saturday, May 24 at 10 a.m., and everyone is welcome for a day of shopping or to drop off donations. Receive a 10% discount on all clothing purchases with your donations at the Grand Opening! Regular hours for the thrift shop will be Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Arrangements can be made for pick-up of larger donations by emailing thrift@lotushouseshelter.org or calling the thrift shop at 305-576-4112. Donations are tax- deductible to the full extent permitted by law.

Brewing Innovation: Technology and the Brewery Industry 5/27/14

Brewing Innovation: Technology and the Brewery Industry
Tuesday, 05/27/2014 – 07:00 pm – 09:00 pm
unnamedThe Stage
170 Northeast 38th Street,
Miami, Florida 33137
Webpage Link
Cost:

The MIT Enterprise Forum of South Florida proudly offers a uniquely educational and social event about another business sector where technology innovation drives better operations and efficiencies. Enjoy an interactive discussion with speakers, Randy Millian of Diageo Plc, a premium beverage distiller and brewer of the Guinness brand, KC Stenz of Funky Buddha Brewery, and Peter Schnebly of Miami Brewing Company; two South Florida craft brewers.

FNU Conquistadors Inaugural Golf Classic 9/5/14

FNU Conquistadors Inaugural Golf Classic
Friday, 09/05/2014 – 07:00 am – 05:00 am
Golf_TournamentShula’s Golf Club
7601 Miami Lakes Drive,
Miami Lakes, Florida 33014
More Info Link
Cost: 150.00

South Florida’s newest men’s college basketball the Florida National Conquistadors will be hosting their first annual golf classic on Friday, September 5th, 2014. The purpose of the event is raise funds and awareness for the Dr. Jose Regueiro Scholarship Foundation which is dedicated to providing scholarships, grants and assistance to individuals at an institution of higher learning who lack sufficient resources to enroll in and complete post-secondary education. The event will be held at Shula’s Golf Club in Miami Lakes, Florida. Registration time is 7:00 a.m.

Intercultural Dialogue Through the Arts: An Evening of Diverse Dance and Music 5/24/14

Intercultural Dialogue Through the Arts: An Evening of Diverse Dance and Music
Saturday, 05/24/2014 – 06:00 pm – 09:00 pm
PPFMOS-TEMP-LOGO14Patricia and Phillip Frost Museum of Science
3280 South Miami Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33129
Webpage Link
Cost: $6.00

Join us for an evening of diverse dances, songs, and music from around the world, showcasing the talents of the Multicultural Education Center’s youth members. The performance connects visitors to the RACE exhibition by opening a dialogue on how artistic expression with a mixture of races links communities and celebrates cultural diversity.

Visitors will also have time to explore the RACE exhibition during intermission featuring an international food tasting and drum serenade. This will be the last RACE Cultural Program in the event series.

Building an Online Store for Beginners 6/18/14

Building an Online Store for Beginners
Wednesday, 06/18/2014 – 06:30 pm – 09:00 pm
invite-ecommercebeginnersOffice Building
1330 SW 22nd Street, #303,
Miami, Florida 33145
RSVP Link
Cost: $35

Get started with the basics and take your products online. Discover the essential components and structure necessary to successfully operate and maintain an online store.

The “Building an Online Store for Beginners” Workshop will include an overview of ecommerce platforms, branding, showcasing products, driving traffic, payments, taxes, shipping, and fulfillment, to help you form a foundation specific to your needs and startup.

Refreshments and bites will be served.

Banish Bad Hair Blues At Gbs, The Hair To Toe Problem-Solving Beauty Store 5/16/14-5/31/14

Banish Bad Hair Blues At Gbs, The Hair To Toe Problem-Solving Beauty Store
Sunday, 05/16/2014 – 05/31/2014 10:00 am –
GBS-LogoGBS, The Beauty Store
All GBS locations,
Miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link
Cost:

South Florida hair is no stranger to humidity, frizz and sun exposure, leaving the potential for one bad hair day after another. To tune up your tresses and give your locks some TLC, GBS The Beauty Store celebrates Healthy Hair Month this May with a series of special events at all six GBS locations throughout South Florida. More than 30 professional hair care brands from across the globe will visit GBS to educate customers and provide hands-on, complimentary treatments in an effort to help us to part ways with misbehaving strands, and welcome in the elusive great hair day.

In addition to gratis treatments, experts will provide complimentary, one-on-one consultations to solve your toughest hair dilemmas and prescribe customized hair care solutions.

Hair-conscious consumers will enjoy 20 percent off premier hair care brands including Davines, It’s a 10, Ouidad, Fekkai, Living Proof, L’anza, DevaCurl, Alterna, Miracurl, Solano, Rene Furterer, Pureology, Sebastian, Nioxin, J.F. Lazartigue, Redken, L’Oreal Serie Expert, T3 and many more.

Customers can treat their tresses to double the fun with major gifts with purchase from the most recognized and respected brands in the industry include:

• FREE 1” tourmaline ceramic flat iron with the purchase of the NEW Infrared Dryer by Brazilian Heat ($96 retail value)
• FREE five-piece styling set with the purchase of a Miracurl styling tool ($75 retail value)
• FREE full-size Caviar Working Hairspray, Bamboo Dry Shampoo, Bamboo Silk-Sleek Brilliance Cream or Bamboo Plumping Strand Expand with the purchase of two full-size Alterna products (up to $31 retail value)
• FREE quilted travel bag and tourmaline brush with the purchase of any T3 styling tool ($35 retail value)
• Buy two L’anza products, get the third FREE
• FREE full-size Fresh Approach Dry Shampoo or Dry Conditioner with any $50 Pureology purchase ($24 retail value)
• FREE full-size Mythic Oil or styling product with any $50 L’Oréal Série purchase (up to $34 retail value)
• FREE deluxe mini OI/Oil with the purchase of two full-size Davines products
• FREE Clear & Gentle Essential Daily Shampoo with any $75 Ouidad purchase, OR with any Ouidad salon service ($16 retail value)
• And many more!

For a complete schedule, visit us at www.GBSbeauty.com or call your nearest GBS location for details and events.
All GBS locations
(Coral Gables, Pinecrest, Aventura, Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton East/West)

The Imperial 5/20/14

The Imperial
Tuesday, 05/20/2014 – 10:00 pm – 03:00 am
The-MNT-Wynwood-BrewingThe Stage Miami
170 NE 38th St,
Miami, Florida 33137
Webpage Link
Cost: $5

What is The Imperial ?

Basically, the Imperial picks up right where the legendary Stone Groove left off when the Vagabond closed its doors . Now with a slight upgrade that hard wave of energy can be found every Tuesday night @ 10pm at the Stage Miami .Our new location will serve as a training grown for our young artistic metropolis. The Imperial is a open mic night infused with live music custom made for the creative spirit and underground aficionados.Our aim is to build a stable home for self expression in Miami. It’s time for the rogues and vagabonds to become the king & queen that they know that they are .

THE IMPERIAL open mic
Hosted by: Marcus Blake & Rod Deal
Live music by:The 3rd. Party
Soundscape by: dj Wasabi

Doors open @ 10pm $5 before midnight $10 afterwards.
Poets,singers,lyricists artists,& musicians all welcome.

Lamb Down Under Culinary Event 5/31/14

“Lamb Down Under” Culinary Event
Saturday, 05/31/2014 – 05/31/2014 07:00 pm – 09:00 pm
edgeEDGE Steak & Bar
1435 Brickell Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33131
Buy Tickets Link
Cost: $55

Join Miami’s “Lambassador” Chef Aaron Brooks and an All-Star Line-Up of Miami’s Top Chefs for Lamb Down Under Culinary Event.

Eat like an Aussie at this interactive, reception-style culinary event featuring Australian Lamb. Savor an unlimited amount of lamb bites, prepared by five local chefs, Bradley Kilgore of J&G Grill, Danny Grant of the recently opened 1826 Restaurant & Lounge, Jacob Anaya of OTC and Michael Reidt of the yet to open Pilgrim. Enjoy wines from the Australian wineries of Yalumba and Jansz Tasmania, and craft beer by BREW FIU, blended locally by Florida International University students within the on-campus brew lab. The evening concludes with sweet treats from Keith Wallace, the debuting pastry chef at EDGE Steak & Bar.

The gastronomic celebration takes places in a casual rooftop setting on the EDGE Steak & Bar terrace, overlooking Miami’s city skyline. Quality food prepared by some of Miami’s finest chefs, amazing wines & brew and a live DJ, make it an evening not to miss. For more information contact EDGE at (305) 381-3190 or visit www.edgerestaurantmiami.com.

Reservations are required, and tickets must be presented at the door.

Fabulous First Friday 6/6/14

Fabulous First Friday
Friday, 06/06/2014 – 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
PPFMOS-TEMP-LOGO1Patricia and Phillip Frost Museum of Science
3280 South Miami Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33129
Webpage Link
Cost: Laser Show admission: $4.00 per child, $8.00 per adult

Join us for an evening of laser lights, stars, and more. Free Planetarium Star Show (7 p.m.) and rooftop observatory viewing (8:30 p.m. – 10 p.m., weather permitting.)

Later in the evening, check out Patricia and Phillip Frost Museum of Science’s famous Laser Shows in the Planetarium.
Laser Show admission: $4.00 per child, $8.00 per adult

Check out our Activity Room for kids, a fun alternative for your little ones! Swing by the Space Gallery for a few hands-on activities and demonstrations! Kids ages 3 and up. (8:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.)

Miami Underwater Festival 6/7/14

Miami Underwater Festival
Sunday, 06/07/2014 – 06/08/2014 10:00 am – 06:00 pm
PPFMOS-TEMP-LOGO11Patricia and Phillip Frost Museum of Science
3280 South Miami Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33129
Webpage Link
Cost: Free with paid museum admission (Sat.), Free admission to plaza events (Sun.) – Parking fees may apply

In celebration of World Oceans Day, dive in with the Patricia and Phillip Frost Museum of Science for a two day festival of everything marine. Start 3rd Annual Miami Underwater Festival at the Patricia and Phillip Frost Museum of Science on Saturday and enjoy a variety of beautiful underwater films and photography, learn how to build your own aquarium, participate in a fun science and art crafts coral reef project, and much more! Then continue your weekend on Sunday at the Knight Plaza next to our new museum in downtown and enjoy a community art project, sign-up for special tours, and plenty of photo ops!

Cost: Free with paid museum admission (Sat.), Free admission to plaza events (Sun.) – Parking fees may apply

For more information, visit http://www.miamisci.org

Fabulous First Friday 7/11/14

Fabulous First Friday
Friday, 07/11/2014 – 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
PPFMOS-TEMP-LOGO12Patricia and Phillip Frost Museum of Science
3280 South Miami Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33129
Webpage Link
Cost: Laser Show admission: $4.00 per child, $8.00 per adult

Join us for an evening of laser lights, stars, and more. Free Planetarium Star Show (7 p.m.) and rooftop observatory viewing (8:30 p.m. – 10 p.m., weather permitting.)

Later in the evening, check out Patricia and Phillip Frost Museum of Science’s famous Laser Shows in the Planetarium.
Laser Show admission: $4.00 per child, $8.00 per adult

Check out our Activity Room for kids, a fun alternative for your little ones! Swing by the Space Gallery for a few hands-on activities and demonstrations! Kids ages 3 and up. (8:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.)

Fabulous First Friday 8/1/14

Fabulous First Friday
Friday, 08/01/2014 – 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
PPFMOS-TEMP-LOGO13Patricia and Phillip Frost Museum of Science
3280 South Miami Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33129
Webpage Link
Cost: Laser Show admission: $4.00 per child, $8.00 per adult

Join us for an evening of laser lights, stars, and more. Free Planetarium Star Show (7 p.m.) and rooftop observatory viewing (8:30 p.m. – 10 p.m., weather permitting.)

Later in the evening, check out Patricia and Phillip Frost Museum of Science’s famous Laser Shows in the Planetarium.
Laser Show admission: $4.00 per child, $8.00 per adult

Check out our Activity Room for kids, a fun alternative for your little ones! Swing by the Space Gallery for a few hands-on activities and demonstrations! Kids ages 3 and up. (8:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.)

Wedding Salon 6/9/14

Wedding Salon
Monday, 06/09/2014 – 06/09/2014 04:00 pm – 08:00 pm
WeddingSalonLOGOEPIC Hotel
270 Biscayne Blvd. Way,
Miami, Florida 33131
RSVP Link
Cost: $75

Join the Wedding Salon to discover the top resources for your wedding. Meet with experts and indulge in cake tastings by Ana Paz Cakes, beauty makeovers by Dior, honeymoon giveaways, cocktails, event goody bags featuring Fekkai and more.

For special $15 tickets, use code M14CLP at www.WeddingSalon.com for one ticket to admit you and a guest.

Miami-Dade Gay and Lesbian Chamber Of Commerce To Honor Community Leaders at The Emerald Gala 6/21/14

Miami-Dade Gay & Lesbian Chamber Of Commerce To Honor Community Leaders at “The Emerald Gala”
Saturday, 06/21/2014 – 06:00 pm – 11:00 pm
GalaHeaderHilton Miami Downtown
1601 Biscayne Blvd.,
Miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link
Cost: $200 per ticket

The Miami-Dade Gay & Lesbian Chamber Of Commerce (MDGLCC) will honor corporate and individual supporters of the Miami-Dade LGBT community at its 13th Annual Gala and Awards Presentation, “The Emerald Gala.” The honorees were selected for their long-term commitment to fostering diversity, as well as for their efforts in contributing to the overall quality of life in South Florida. This year’s gala will once again be presented by Wells Fargo.

“Our annual gala is the networking event of the year,” said Steve Adkins, MDGLCC president. “Six hundred people just get to have a lot of fun in the process. As the voice of the LGBT business community in Miami-Dade, the Chamber is especially proud to have such an accomplished and extraordinary group to recognize this year.”

The 2014 Honorees:

Regions Bank “Business of the Year”
Office Depot Foundation
Mary Wong, president, accepting

Morgan Stanley “Business Person of the Year”
Craig Smith, Source Events
Craig Smith, president & founder, accepting

AT&T “Non-Profit Organization of the Year”
National Gay and Lesbian Task Force
Russell Roybal, deputy executive director, accepting

The 13th Annual Gala and Awards Presentation, “The Emerald Gala,” presented by Wells Fargo,” starts at 6 p.m. with a reception and silent auction which will be followed by dinner, the awards presentation and an after party dance. Performing at the nightclub-themed after party will be the winner of the LGBT Visitor Center’s Pink Flamingo Awards “Favorite Drag Queen” Tiffany Fantasia.

All tickets to “The Emerald Gala” are VIP this year, Adkins said. Tickets are $2,000 for tables of 10 or $200 for individual tickets and include reserved seating, grand buffet dinner, an open bar featuring Bacardi Brands’ GREY GOOSE® vodka among others, a VIP gift bag, complimentary parking and participation in the grand raffle for a trip for two and four nights hotel stay in the beautiful island of Curaçao, courtesy of the Curaçao Tourist Board. Reservations are available online at www.gaybizgala.com, or by calling (305) 673-4440.

FIU Theatre Alternative Theatre Festival 2014 7/31/14 to 8/2/14

FIU Theatre Alternative Theatre Festival 2014
Thursday, 07/31/2014 – 08/02/2014 08:00 pm – 10:00 pm
wpac5Herbert and Nicole Wertheim Performing Arts Center Black Box Theatre
10910 SW 17th Street,
Miami, Florida 33199
More Info Link
Cost: $10.00 General Admission | Cash or Check Only| Available at Door | No Advance Sales

Play On
By Rick Abbot; directed by Marina Pareja.
– The hilarious story of a theatre group trying desperately to put on a play in spite of maddening interference from an arrogant author who keeps revising the script.

Performances contain adult language and situations, not recommended for children.

FIU Theatre Alternative Theatre Festival 2014 7/24/14 to 7/26/14

FIU Theatre Alternative Theatre Festival 2014
Thursday, 07/24/2014 – 07/26/2014 08:00 pm – 10:00 pm
wpac4Herbert and Nicole Wertheim Performing Arts Center Black Box Theatre
10910 SW 17th Street,
Miami, Florida 33199
More Info Link
Cost: $10.00 General Admission | Cash or Check Only| Available at Door | No Advance Sales

Play On
By Rick Abbot; directed by Marina Pareja.
– The hilarious story of a theatre group trying desperately to put on a play in spite of maddening interference from an arrogant author who keeps revising the script.

Performances contain adult language and situations, not recommended for children.

FIU Theatre Alternative Theatre Festival 2014 7/17/14 to 7/19/14

FIU Theatre Alternative Theatre Festival 2014
Thursday, 07/17/2014 – 07/19/2014 08:00 pm – 10:00 pm
wpac3Herbert and Nicole Wertheim Performing Arts Center Black Box Theatre
10910 SW 17th Street,
Miami, Florida 33199
More Info Link
Cost: $10.00 General Admission | Cash or Check Only| Available at Door | No Advance Sales

Catherine’s Wheel, New Play Development Project Winner
By Juan C. Sanchez, directed by Michael Yawney
-What the living don’t know, the dead can teach.

Performances contain adult language and situations, not recommended for children.

FIU Theatre Alternative Theatre Festival 2014 7/10/14 to 7/12/14

FIU Theatre Alternative Theatre Festival 2014
Thursday, 07/10/2014 – 07/12/2014 08:00 pm – 10:00 pm
wpac2Herbert and Nicole Wertheim Performing Arts Center Black Box Theatre
10910 SW 17th Street,
Miami, Florida 33199
More Info Link
Cost: $10.00 General Admission | Cash or Check Only| Available at Door | No Advance Sales

Catherine’s Wheel, New Play Development Project Winner
By Juan C. Sanchez; directed by Michael Yawney.
-What the living don’t know, the dead can teach

Performances contain adult language and situations, not suitable for children.

FIU Theatre Alternative Theatre Festival 2014 6/26/14 to 6/28/14

FIU Theatre Alternative Theatre Festival 2014
Thursday, 06/26/2014 – 06/28/2014 08:00 pm – 10:00 pm
wpac1Herbert and Nicole Wertheim Performing Arts Center Black Box Theatre
10910 SW 17th Street,
Miami, Florida 33199
More Info Link
Cost: $10.00 General Admission | Cash or Check Only| Available at Door | No Advance Sales

FIU Theatre Presents Alternative Theatre Festival 2014.

Performances Include:

Gizmo Love
By John Kolvenbach; directed by Wilfredo Cabrera.
-This dark comedy is about the vicious world of Hollywood. It encompasses the guileless, the ruthless and the reckless.

Performances contain adult language and situations, not recommended for children.

FIU Theatre Alternative Theatre Festival 2014 6/19/14 to 8/2/14

FIU Theatre Alternative Theatre Festival 2014
Thursday, 06/19/2014 – 06/21/2014 08:00 pm – 10:00 pm
wpacHerbert and Nicole Wertheim Performing Arts Center Black Box Theatre
10910 SW 17th Street,
Miami, Florida 33199
More Info Link
Cost: $10.00 General Admission | Cash or Check Only| Available at Door | No Advance Sales

FIU Theatre Presents Alternative Theatre Festival 2014.

Gizmo Love
By John Kolvenbach; directed by Wilfredo Cabrera.
-This dark comedy is about the vicious world of Hollywood. It encompasses the guileless, the ruthless and the reckless.

Performances contain adult language and situations, not recommended for children.

D.A.S.H. Alumni Inaugural 20 Yr. Reunion Celebration 5/24/14

D.A.S.H. Alumni Inaugural 20 Yr. Reunion Celebration
Saturday, 05/24/2014 – 05/25/2014 08:00 pm – 12:00 am
DASH_20YearReunion_logoThe National YoungArts Foundation
2100 Biscayne Blvd,
Miami, Florida 33131
Webpage Link
Cost: $ 100

The Design and Architecture Senior High (DASH) Alumni Association invite you to join us in celebrating a milestone event for DASH, our Inaugural Alumni 20 Year Reunion on Saturday May 24, 2014 at 8PM. This will be a fabulous nostalgic evening bringing together professional alumni students in the design, art and architecture fields, faculty and prestigious Business Advisory Board Members for the first time in 20 years, to commemorate the first graduating classes and the evolution of the school as currently the #2 Magnet Public High School in the country. Featuring a premium open bar, delicious hors d’oeuvres and dancing. Other highlights include; a special video presentation with archived original footage of the inception of the school through its evolution to present day. There will also be a documentary movie being filmed this night about the impact the school has had on the re-development of the Design District and neighboring Midtown Miami. This presentation will be featured in Frank Gehry’s newly designed 360 degree projection suite with 15 foot long “Ice Bar” on the Penthouse Level of the landmark Bacardi Building, which is home to the YoungArts Foundation on 2100 Biscayne Blvd. Ticket prices are $100 per person. Proceeds will benefit the DASH Alumni Scholarship Fund. To purchase tickets please email Franzella@franzellaguido.com or call 305-458-4553.

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

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

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

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

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

Mommy & Me Yoga: A Day for Bonding Hearts 5/10/14

Mommy & Me Yoga: A Day for Bonding Hearts
Saturday, 05/10/2014 – 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
Rina Yoga in the Roads
1250 Coral Way,
Miami, Florida 33145
Webpage Link
Cost: $35 per parent + 1 child, $10 for additional children

Stretch, bond, and breathe in this special yoga workshop that enables you to reconnect with your body while enjoying time with your baby.
We’ll bring to life an adventure through movement and bonding postures. Be ready to hop like frogs, laugh, stretch and challenge yourself in this amazing workout that will allow you and your little one to complete relax as you both take deep breaths together.

Every kid must have an accompanying adult yoga buddy in order to participate.

Bring extra blankets, stuffed animals, and your stroller to the studio for this workshop, PLUS…Nannies and Dads are also welcomed!

Contemporary Art Projects USA at SeaFair Miami First Friday Art Walk 5/2/14

Contemporary Art Projects USA at SeaFair Miami First Friday Art Walk
Friday, 05/02/2014 – 05:00 pm – 11:00 pm
001a.Photo-Gallery-View-CopySeaFair
100 Chopin Plaza,
Sunny Isles Beach, Florida 33160
Webpage Link
Cost: By Invitation Only

SeaFair has been globally recognized as one of the most unique and luxurious vessels afloat and has become a Miami waterfront icon. Contemporary Art Projects USA joined this new program to enable international, national as well as national artists to exhibit and be part of this authentic, yet predominately private, super yacht to ensure the proper exposure to collectors, art lovers and international exclusive Miami Visitors.

Featuring Artists: Alexander Chaikovsky, Anica Shpilberg, Armando Colls, Gilbert Salinas, Carolina Rojas, Eumelia Castro, Magaly Barnola Otaola, Rainer Lagemann, Raquel Rub, William Stalhuth, Anabel Rub Peicher, Alejandro Leyva, Oswaldo Sandoval, Celia Zusman and Esteban Leyva and the Unique Kinetic Sculptures of Gary Traczyk

http://www.seafairmiami.com/contact-us.html

Marlins Park To Host Adopt-O-Mania 5/4/14

Marlins Park To Host Adopt-O-Mania
AdoptOMania_Flyer2Sunday, May 4; 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Marlins Park West Plaza
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, FL, 33125

Miami Marlins, Miami-Dade Animal Services, Humane Society of Greater Miami and The Cat Network

The first 100 guests to adopt a cat or dog will receive two (2) FREE tickets to a select Marlins regular season home game in June 2014. Over 100 pet recruits will be on-site and available for adoption. There will be reduced fee pet adoptions at 50 percent off, free vaccinations and free spay/neuter (MUST call and register for appointment prior to event; call 3-1-1 for appointments for dogs, and call 305-233-9958 or email meowmobile@thecatnetwork.org for appointments for cats).

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

MCCJ was founded in Miami in 1935 as the Miami Coalition of Christians & Jews. It creates a safe haven for dialog, trains inclusive leaders and promotes understanding for all faiths, races and cultures through education, advocacy and conflict resolution. It hosts the oldest interfaith clergy dialog in the United States and presents prejudice reducing programs in local high schools, among other activities. For more information, please visit www.miamiccj.org

Tracy Mourning’s Hats Off Luncheon 5/6/14

Tracy Mourning’s Hats Off Luncheon
192-HoneyShine-11thHatsOffTuesday, May 6; 10:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Parrot Jungle Treetop Ballroom
1111 Parrot Jungle Trail
Miami, FL

Tickets to the luncheon are just $150 and a table of 10 is $2000.
RSVP is required by April 21, 2014 to Jessica Geter at RSVP@honeyshine.org or 305-854-2444.

All proceeds from the “Hats Off” luncheon will go to the Honey Shine Mentoring Program.

The Honey Shine Mentoring Program will light up the Treetop Ballroom at Jungle Island once again on Tuesday, May 6, 2014 for the program’s signature fundraising event, the 12th Annual “Hats Off” Luncheon. Each year, Tracy Wilson Mourning, founder of the Honey Shine Mentoring Program, its Lady Bug members, and friends, sport their favorite hats at this highly anticipated luncheon held to raise the funds necessary to continue empowering young girls enrolled in the Honey Shine program. This year’s luncheon will take place from 10:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Attendees are highly encouraged to wear their favorite hat and Miami chic in order to become walking demonstrations to help young girls imagine, create, and achieve their dreams.

More than 650 are expected to enjoy this year’s décor, reminiscent of Miami’s unique style of chic and this year’s theme “Architects of Our Future: Imagine. Create. Achieve.” Start your engines at 10:30AM and enjoy a welcome champagne reception and silent auction chock with designer and vintage handbags, vacation stays, unique experiences, jewelry and more! Then stroll into the Treetop ballroom where guests will enjoy a noon luncheon, followed by the “Honey Bug” Showcase, the highlight of the event, a spectacular fashion show that illuminates how Honey Shine taps into the spirits of the young women in their care with a bit of love, focus and self-confidence. Sponsored by Coca Cola, the Honey Bugs will be styled by the Melticuleaux Consulting Group and strut clothes provided by Aventura Mall, Bloomingdales, Gap, Gap Kids, MIA Shoes, and Peace Love World.

“What is so exciting about this year, and every year, is that we get to showcase our Honey Bugs,” says Mourning. “I have been to many luncheons in Miami and our Hats Off Luncheon for Honey Shine truly is all about our Honey Bugs. They are the ‘Architects of Our Future,’ so our theme is ‘Imagine. Create. Achieve.’ This is what we want them to do.”

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

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

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

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

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

African Heritage Summer Arts Conservatory 6/9/14

African Heritage Summer Arts Conservatory
Monday, 06/09/2014 – 08/15/2014 07:30 am – 06:00 am
summer-arts-flier-jpegAfrican Heritage Cultural Art Center
6161 NW 22nd Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33142
Webpage Link
Cost: $500

Registration is currently open for the African Heritage Cultural Arts Center 39th Annual Summer Arts Conservatory. This dynamic 10 week program offers youth, ages 5 – 16 the opportunity to engage in unique cultural experiences through Dance, Drama, Media, Fashion Arts, Visual Arts, Instrumental Music, & Vocal Music. The program culminates in a Fashion Show, Summer Arts Festival & Recital on August 1st , August 9th, and August 15th.

The program runs June 9th – August 15th at the African Heritage Cultural Arts Center, 6161 NW 22nd Ave. Doors open at 7:30am with classes from 8:30am-5pm and late pick-up until 6pm. Tuition is $500 for the 10 week program. A deposit of $162 is required to reserve a space. Participants can save $50 when paid in full.

Intercultural Dialogue Through the Arts An Evening of Diverse Dance and Music with the Multicultural Education Center 5/24/14

Intercultural Dialogue Through the Arts An Evening of Diverse Dance and Music with the Multicultural Education Center
Saturday, 05/24/2014 – 06:00 pm – 09:00 pm
Patricia and Phillip Frost Museum of Science
3280 South Miami Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33129
Webpage Link
Cost: $6.00

Join us for an evening of diverse dances, songs, and music from around the world showcasing the talents of the Multicultural Education Center’s youth members. The performance connects visitors to the RACE exhibition by opening a dialogue on how artistic expression with a mixture of races links communities and celebrates cultural diversity. Visitors will also have time to explore the RACE exhibition during intermission featuring an international food tasting and drum serenade. This will be the last RACE Cultural Program.

Photographs of The Miami Rum Renaissance Festival Grand Tasting on 4/26/14

The Miami Rum Renaissance Festival Grand Tasting at the Miami Airport Convention Center on Saturday, April 26, 2014.  This is a must go to event, so much fun!!!!!

The Miami Rum Renaissance Festival, the largest gathering of rum producers, professionals and enthusiasts in the world, returns to the Doubletree Hotel Miami Airport Convention Center for three days of rum tastings, seminars and festivities April 25 to 27, 2014.

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Miami Lighthouse for the Blind’s Music Under The Stars: Bon Appétit Miami 4/30/14

Miami Lighthouse for the Blind’s Music Under The Stars: Bon Appétit Miami
Wednesday, April 30th, 2014, 6:30 – 9:30 p.m.
lighthouseMiami Lighthouse for the Blind
601 SW 8th Ave.
Miami, FL
Donation: $75 per ticket • $140 per pair
click here for tickets.

Dine under the stars with fabulous food from restaurants that include Whisk, City Hall The Restaurant, OTC, Shorty’s Bar-B-Q, El Carajo and many more. Enjoy delicious beverages provided by Tito’s Handmade Vodka and Rex Goliath Wine, plus participate in a super silent auction featuring getaways, spa packages, sports memorabilia, gift certificates for fine dining and much more.

Relax to special musical performances by the Miami Lighthouse Better Chance Music Production Programâ„¢ with a guest appearance by Latin Grammy winner Paul Hoyle. An outstanding multi-instrumentalist and vocalist, Paul Hoyle has written music for movies and TV shows and has worked with top artists such as Shakira, Julio Iglesias, Jon Secada and Albita.

Since its inception in 1992 by the Miami Dade Optometric Physicians Association, the Heiken Children’s Vision Program at Miami Lighthouse has provided free comprehensive eye care to over 80,000 low-income school children who had no other source for vision care.

FUNDarte presents Miami On Stage: Knight New Works By Miami Artists 5/8/14-9/26/14

FUNDarte presents Miami On Stage: Knight New Works By Miami Artists
fundarte_MiamiOnStageEcard3_1May 8th and 9th
July 11th and 12th
July 19th and 20th
August 22nd and 23rd
September 26th

www.fundarte.us

FUNDarte proudly presents new work by Miami artists commissioned by the Knight Arts Challenge Award for New Commissioned Works by The Knight Foundation. These cutting-edge projects showcase new creations by Miami artists in music, dance, film, and interdisciplinary performance, exploring diverse themes and disciplines that express the creative voices of our community.

Resonances, by Jose Luis Rodriguez
May 8th and 9th – On.Stage Black.Box Theater at Miami Dade County Auditorium
July 19th and 20th – South Miami Dade Cultural Arts Center Black Box Theater
Contemporary Flamenco guitarist and composer from Spain Jose Luis Rodriquez performs his dynamic new project Resonancias. The project includes a live performance of original guitar and electronic compositions by Jose Luis Rodriguez , featuring special guest artist Gustavo Matamoros, Alex Jordan on second guitar, and movement interventions by Niurca Marquez that at once instigate, incite, threaten, and invite Rodriguez to step outside of his comfort zone on stage. These are enveloped in the artistry of filmmaker Carla Forte and the dramaturgy and scenic design of Guggenheim Fellowship Recipient Alexey Taran, which functions as a living installation within the work.

A todo color, (work in progress) a documentary film by Randy Valdes
July 11th and 12th – On.Stage Black.Box Theater at Miami Dade County Auditorium
This cutting-edge documentary, produced by fresh, new local media talent Randy Valdes, tells the story of how Cuban artists manage to disseminate their art and truths beyond the boundaries of Cuba. The piece explores the artists’ personal and creative journeys, how their influence defines the artistic language of the Cuban cultural Diaspora, and how each incorporates the influences of their newly adopted cultural environments into the ever-evolving phenomenon of world Cuban music.

Writing In Sand, by Carlos Caballero
August 22nd and 23rd – On.Stage Black.Box Theater at Miami Dade County Auditorium
This experimental interdisciplinary performance invites local collaborators into a dialogue that explores themes of displacement, immigration, trauma, disability, personal crises, and assimilation as a mirror of Miami itself. The piece exposes how artists process and divulge their most pressing personal issues in a game of theatrical lottery, while providing a commentary on life in this multicultural city vis-à-vis the process of creation, artistic and emotional survival, and aesthetic self-development within Miami’s diverse artistic community.

Life is a Song – Yisel Duque in Concert –
September 26th – The Gleason Room Backstage at the Fillmore
Singer-songwriter Yisel Duque’s on-stage performance is an explosion of raw intimacy with personalized rare melodies and rhythmic vestiges of Cuban and Brazilian movements. Yisel’s work is endowed with a rare labyrinth of soothing, intimate, and delicate cadence that grabs you and brings chills up your spine; ironically, at the same time, you’ll feel as though she is whispering her sultry and powerful voice directly into your ear. Yisel’s edgy yet delicate sounds are influenced by the musical worlds of Brazil’s Jobim, England’s Beatles, Cuba’s José Antonio Mendez, the classical music of Yo-Yo Ma, Alternative Rock’s Coldplay, Belgium’s Toots Thielemans, and Jazz great Ella Fitzgerald.

Made.In.Miami Fashion Design Expo 5/10/14

Made.In.Miami Fashion Design Expo
Saturday, May 10, 2014, 2:00PM to 8:00PM
African Heritage Cultural Arts Center
6161 NW 22nd Ave
Miami, FL 33142
Register Online

Made.In. Miami is the Fashion Design Expo exclusively dedicated to emerging Miami & Broward Designers. 8 finalists will receive facility work space, equipment, models,photographers,publicity,etc. MIM gives designers an opportunity to connect with the seasoned and up -and- coming in their industry. Finalists will present a fashion show of their work. One grand jury winner will receive flight & accommodation to NYC Couture Fashion Week 2015, expenses paid for by Made.In.Miami.

Submissions are now being accepted. Early entry is December 22nd – February 28th ($40).
Late Entry begins March 1st – March 16th ($60). The 8 Finalists that will make up the Official Designers of Made.In.Miami and will be chosen by a jury to be announced on the 31st of March.

Please visit www.madeinmia.co for detailed information, dates, and guidelines.

Miami Rum Renaissance Grand Tasting 2014

Yesterday, April 26, 2014, I attended the first day of the Miami Rum Renaissance Grand Tasting (Check out my recap). Except for all of the vendors simultaneously running out of rum a bit  early, I had a terrific time. And I definitely had enough rum for any one individual. Here are some photos of the event.

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Cinco At The Jungle 5/4/14

Cinco At The Jungle
CINCO-AT-JUNGLE-ISLANDSun. May 4th, 2014, 4:00PM to 11:00PM
Jungle Island
1111 Parrot Jungle Trail

general admission: $58
VIP admission: $90 and includes access to exclusive VIP lounges, meet & greet with artists, preferred show seatings, private animal encounter, 1 classic margarita, sponsored 1 oz. shot, Jose Cuervo infused cupcakes from Ana Paz Cakes, sombrero and other memorabilia.
For every ticket purchase, participants also receive one free ticket back to Jungle Island valid Monday-Friday through June 30, 2014.
Buy tickets here. To Save 50%, Use promotional code CINCO

Get ready as Cinco de Mayo takes a turn for the wild side. “BrickellFest” presents Cinco at the Jungle at the celebrated Jungle Island on Sunday, May 4th, 2014. Event producers are planning a non-stop party experience combining animal encounters with concerts, food, spirits, and even a little Mexican wrestling action.

A family-friendly attraction by day, Jungle Island will transform its tropical grounds into an adult playground and the ultimate Cinco de Mayo celebration by night during the park’s first-ever Cinco at Jungle Island.

Presented by Jungle Island and Vitamin C- the creators of BrickellFest Events, Cinco at Jungle Island will offer non-stop entertainment and simultaneous events throughout the island, including the following:

Live Bands (Cris Cab, Jared Dylan and La Linea)
DJs (DJ Irie, Retrokidd and Javi C)
Food Truck Alley curated by Sef Gonzalez, “The Burger Beast” (Da Burger Shack, Ceviche 305, Box of Chacos, HipPops, Munchcakes, King of Racks BBQ, Cheeseburger Baby, TopFries, CrazyDilla, Healthnut on Wheels, Sugaryummy Mama and Chacos Tacos)
Animal Encounters
Corona Beer and Jose Cuervo Margaritas
Sunset Concert on La Playa
Late-night Animal Shows
Mechanical Bull Rides
Mini-Mexican Wrestlers
Zip Lines
And much more….

As the new venue for this blowout fiesta, Jungle Island provides a stunning backdrop with lush views and unbeatable location to draw attendees from across South Florida. During this open-air event, multiple experiences will simultaneously take place around the island including musical performances and entertainment from the hottest talent in town. Groove to Cris Cab and the Miami Heat’s own DJ Irie, as well as Robby Hunter Band, Jared Dylan, La Linea, and Aron G Trio. Additionally, DJ sets by local favorites Dany Stern, Drew and Javi C will keep the crowd in a festive mood.

No Cinco de Mayo party is a true event without amazing food and Cinco at the Jungle certainly delivers. Cinco at the Jungle also will offer event-goers an array of cuisine and Mexican fare from top restaurants, plus a “Food Truck Alley” curated by Sef Gonzalez, A.K.A. “The Burger Beast.” Mini-Mexican wrestlers, mechanical bull rides, multiple beers and a variety of flavored margaritas, a sunset concert on La Playa, and late night animal shows round out what will be the most spectacular and fun-filled Cinco de Mayo yet.

Need to raise the bar? Within the unique logistics of this fete, a VIP lounge experience will be complete with premium spirits to fresh cigars provided by Maya Celva Cigar Company. With the purchase of VIP tickets, guests receive (1) classic margarita, sponsored 1 oz. shot plus the glass, sombrero, mug, meet & greet with the artists, private animal encounter, and preferred seating for shows, as well as access to VIP areas.

Event sponsors for Cinco at the Jungle include Corona Beer, José Cuervo Tequila, Three Olives Vodka, Dewar’s W/L, Matusalem Rum, and Maya Selva Cigars, along with many more.

Leonel Matheu: Crossroads to the Dystopia 7/12/14

Leonel Matheu: Crossroads to the Dystopia
Saturday, 07/12/2014 – 09/14/2014 06:00 pm – 09:00 pm
crossroads_of_the_Dystopia-12The Patricia and Phillip Frost Art Museum – FIU
10975 SW 17th Street,
Miami, Florida 33199
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

If a single symbol could summarize the iconic work of Leonel Matheu (Havana, 1967), this would be that enigmatic head –a sort of dome- that appears as a constant throughout his work. Self-portrait and collective portrayal of a nation marked by diaspora and dystopia, this symbol embodies the symptoms and stigma of contemporary global society.
With a masterful use of the synthetic graphic design language, Matheu builds up a personal and yet universal iconography that interweaves in intimate fables of our daily existence. Spirituality, technology, passion, solitude, dreams, chimeras and deceptions are at the core of this thoughtful body of works.
“Crossroads of the Dystopia” is the first major museum survey exhibition of this midcareer versatile artist whose work ranges from drawing with colored pencils, ink on paper, oil on canvases, video and multimedia installations, to public installations and qualification of architectural spaces. Presented by Dotfiftyone Gallery and curated by Janet Batet, the exhibition resumes moreover twenty years of work and provides a comprehensive overview of Matheu’s most distinctive imagery.
Leonel Matheu, who presently resides between Miami and Los Angeles, has been one of the figures that have marked the local arts Miami in the last twenty years. He graduated at the Institute of Graphic Design of Havana in 1987. In 1992 he settled in Miami, Florida. His artwork is part of public collections in various art museums, between them are the MOCA-Museum of Contemporary Art in North Miami Beach, The Patricia and Phillip Frost Art Museum at Florida International University in Miami, The Lowe Art Museum in Coral Gables, The Bass Museum of Art in Miami Beach, The Young at Art Museum in Davie, Georgia Museum of Art at University of Georgia in Athens, The Mobile Museum of Art in Alabama, The University Art Museum in Radford University, Virginia among others.

By Janet Batet
art wirrer and curator

Fabulous First Friday 5/2/14

Fabulous First Friday
Friday, 05/02/2014 – 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Patricia and Phillip Frost Museum of Science
3280 South Miami Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33133
Webpage Link
Cost: $4.00 per child, $8.00 per adult

Join us for an evening of laser lights, stars, and more. Free Planetarium Star Show (7 p.m.) and rooftop observatory viewing (8:30 p.m. – 10 p.m., weather permitting.)

Later in the evening, check out Patricia and Phillip Frost Museum of Science’s famous Laser Shows in the Planetarium.
Laser Show admission: $4.00 per child, $8.00 per adult

Check out our Activity Room for kids, a fun alternative for your little ones! Swing by the Space Gallery for a few hands-on activities and demonstrations! Kids ages 3 and up. (8:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.)

CoderDojo Miami 5/4/14

CoderDojo Miami
Sunday, 05/04/2014 – 02:00 pm – 05:00 pm
Patricia and Phillip Frost Museum of Science
3280 South Miami Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33129
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

Learn how to create computer programs to tell a story. Build games, cool apps, devices, or make 3D printable objects to show how to realize ideas. No prior programming experience is necessary and choose to bring a family laptop or use the computer in the Teen Tech Center.

For Children ages 8 to 17. Advanced registration required.

CoderDojo Miami 5/18/14

CoderDojo Miami
Sunday, 05/18/2014 – 02:00 pm – 05:00 pm
Patricia and Phillip Frost Museum of Science
3280 South Miami Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33129
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

Learn how to create computer programs to tell a story. Build games, cool apps, devices, or make 3D printable objects to show how to realize ideas. No prior programming experience is necessary and choose to bring a family laptop or use the computer in the Teen Tech Center.

For Children ages 8 to 17. Advanced registration required.

MCCJ Film Series in collaboration with the Holocaust Memorial The Last Survivor 5/21/14

MCCJ Film Series in collaboration with the Holocaust Memorial The Last Survivor
Wednesday, 05/21/2014 – 06:00 pm – 09:00 pm
Patricia and Phillip Frost Museum of Science
3280 South Miami Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33129
Webpage Link
Cost: $6 per person

View the film screening of this moving film exploring the true stories of genocide survivors. The Last Survivor connects visitors with the RACE exhibition by exploring real stories that resonate with the exhibition’s powerful message. Following the discussion, visitors will have time to explore the RACE exhibition.

Feel the Force Hurricane and Other Hazards Day 5/31/14

Feel the Force Hurricane and Other Hazards Day
Sunday, 05/31/2014 – 10:00 am – 06:00 pm
Patricia and Phillip Frost Museum of Science
3280 South Miami Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33129
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

Are you prepared? The International Hurricane Research Center and the Miami-Dade County Emergency Management Department have joined forces with the Patricia and Phillip Frost Museum of Science to deliver a full day of hands-on activities, meet and greets with local meteorologists and Hurricane Hunters, and fun games to test your hurricane and preparedness knowledge. Join us to learn how best to protect yourself, your house, and your pets!

Moving Life of Kids, Habitat For Humanity Of Greater Miami and Miami Northwestern Students Create Public Art in Liberty City 4/26/14

Moving Life of Kids, Habitat For Humanity Of Greater Miami and Miami Northwestern Students Create Public Art in Liberty City
Saturday, 04/26/2014 – 09:00 am – 04:00 pm
Bus-Stop-Commissioner-EdmonsonBus Shelter
W 22nd Ave, at NW 56 Street,
Liberty City, Florida 33142
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

Moving Lives of Kids (MLK Mural Project),and Habitat for Humanity of Greater Miami will lead a select group of Miami Northwestern’s AP art students to create a community mural on the bus stop located at NW 22nd Ave, at NW 56 Street in Liberty City. The painting will take place on Saturday, April 26, 2014 from 9am-4pm. The students have been working in the Education Effect Mural program at Miami Northwestern. MLK Project hosted a art contest for the artwork that would be painted on the bus shelter. The students were to come up with a design that reflects the positive aspects of the Liberty City Community. Bernisha Fleurinor, senior student in the Medical Magnet won the contest. The mural is being funded by Commissioner Audrey M. Edmondson. Each student will receive community service learning hours, as well as an educational stipend for their contribution. MLK Mural is dedicated to the healing and inspiring power of creating public art in partnership with local youth and the support of communities. Video

“I am so very proud of the young people who are working on the MLK Mural Project,” Commissioner Audrey M. Edmonson said.  “They are contributing  their talent, their love of art and their hard work and I am grateful for their participation.  The mural will be enjoyed by residents and visitors alike and will help us remember that if we are strong and united we can accomplish much to make our community a more vibrant place to live.”

“Real art empowers people and evokes thought, these young people are our future, them expressing their thoughts and inspirations is the voice of future,” Kyle Holbrook,CEO Mlk Project. “Public art has been a powerful tool essential to a strong community since community started.”

MLK Mural

Moving the Lives of Kids Community Mural Project (MLK Mural) is charitable organization, which focuses on the arts, youth development, and education. The artist and muralist, Kyle Holbrook, originally from the Wilkinsburg area of Pittsburgh, founded MLK Mural in 2007. His vision was to use public art as a way to reach kids over the summer months to do positive community work when they were not in school. Today as many as 5,000 youth and hundreds of professional artists have shared that same vision with Mr. Holbrook. Murals have been painted in Pennsylvania, North Carolina, Georgia, Texas, Florida, and outside the US in Haiti and Brazil. www.mlkmural.com.

Habitat for Humanity of Greater Miami

Miami Habitat is a Christian ministry which builds homes and communities in partnership with low income families in need of a simple, decent place to live. Miami Habitat make low interest-free loans available for purchase of these homes and provides opportunities to all people of conscience to support its mission to break the cycle of poverty.

Since its inception in 1989, Miami Habitat has build more than 950 homes in Miami-Dade County. For more information please visit www.miamihabitat.org

Interviews call- Yvette N. Harris at 786.897.8854 or yvette@harrispublicrelations.com.

The Future of Informed Decision Making: A Google Analytics Workshop 4/29/14

The Future of Informed Decision Making: A Google Analytics Workshop
Tuesday, 04/29/2014 – 04/29/2014 06:00 pm – 09:00 pm
MITNational YoungArts Foundation
2100 Biscayne Blvd. 7th Floor,
Miami, Florida 33131
Webpage Link
Cost: $30

The Enterprise Development Corporation, the MIT Enterprise Forum of South Florida and the YoungArts Foundation invite you to enjoy a detailed walkthrough of Google Analytics and how to capture meaningful data and draw insightful conclusions to help guide your businesses’ decision making for both online and offline operations.

At the event, Alex Wall, an Internet strategist at Roar Media and certified Google Analytics expert, will provide a hands-on workshop exploring Google Analytics and how this dynamic platform can help boost your marketing initiatives and take your business to the next level.

Feeding South Florida Hosts First Annual Ultimate Hunger Champion Awards Gala 4/26/14

Feeding South Florida Hosts First Annual Ultimate Hunger Champion Awards Gala
Saturday, 04/26/2014 – 06:00 pm – 12:00 am
Gala-postcard-5Conrad Miami
1395 Brickell Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33131
Webpage Link
Cost:

Hosted by Conrad Miami, the gala, in addition to bringing awareness to local hunger issues, honors participants of the Hunger Games, Feeding South Florida’s series of competitive events between corporations, which launched in January.

Cost:
$100 GA (Cocktail Party and Awards Banquet)
$225 VIP (Includes Cocktail Reception, Awards Banquet, VIP After-Party, Gift Bag and Valet Parking)
$50 After Party Admission

Riesling & Co Road Trip Dinner at The Cypress Room 5/6/14

Riesling & Co Road Trip Dinner at The Cypress Room
Tuesday, 05/06/2014 – 06:30 pm –
photo1The Cypress Room
3620 Northeast 2nd Avenue,
Miami, New York 33137
Buy Tickets Link
Cost: $150

As part of Wines of Germany’s Riesling & Co. Road Trip Dinner Series, The Cypress Room will host a food & wine pairing dinner featuring a variety of German wines paired with some of their best dishes.

Paul Grieco, whose New York City restaurant, Hearth, is currently nominated for a James Beard Award, will be joined by author and wine expert Stuart Pigott to host the dinner.

Must be 21 or older to attend.

Morgan Page at Clube Adoré 4/19/14

Morgan Page at Clube Adoré
Saturday, 04/19/2014 – 04/20/2014 11:30 pm – 05:00 am
small-79b4864e55e12e0fClub Adoré
2000 Collins Ave,
Miami, Florida 33139
Buy Tickets Link
Cost: $40-60

Adoré Nightclub presents Morgan Page with Daniele Tavella

Inspired by a forgotten cathedral’s fall from grace, Adoré is an experience of sensuality and intrigue. Deep reds and glowing ambers indulge the space with intimately hidden corners for guests to explore. A glowing cathedral ceiling floats above the stage and DJ while luxurious booths circle the dance floor. Feel the magnetic energy of our 3D LED sphere in a club that lives and breathes extravagant nights.

Adoré is brought to you by renowned nightlife mogul Cy Waits, the mastermind behind some of Las Vegas’ most sought after nightlife establishments including XS in the Encore, Tryst at the Wynn and Drai’s After Hours.

For any inquiries please contact info@clubadore.com

The Gator Club of Miami Presents Gator Gatsby Casino Night Fundraisers 5/2/14

The Gator Club of Miami Presents Gator Gatsby Casino Night Fundraisers
Friday, 05/02/2014 – 05/02/2014 07:30 pm – 11:00 pm
10150679_10152085504463335_2013203964_nEPIC Hotel
270 Biscayne Blvd. Way,
Miami, Florida 33131
Eventbrite Link
Cost: $75-$125

The Gator Club of Miami hosts an evening of revelry and ragtime at the most highly anticipated event of the year. The casino night will be held on May 2, 2014 at the EPIC Hotel in Downtown Miami, fashioned as a 1920’s speakeasy. Guests will wine and dine on top-shelf beverages and fabulous fare while enjoying casino games and live entertainment with fellow University of Florida alumni and friends.
Last year, the Gator Club of Miami raised $15,000 in scholarships for incoming University of Florida Freshman. The mission of the Gator Club of Miami is to enhance the relationship between the University of Florida, its alumni, students and friends in Miami-Dade County and its surrounding areas. The ultimate success of the Gator Gatsby casino night depends on being able to underwrite the costs associated with the event while fostering these relationships. So join the Gator Club to have a roarin’ good time for a swell cause! 

Earth Day 4/22/14

Earth Day
Tuesday, 04/22/2014 – 10:00 am –
EarthDay_175x153Miami Children’s Museum
980 Macarthur Causeway,
Miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link
Cost:

Tuesday, April 22th
10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Find out about food that is good for us and good for the Earth. Drum along with Drumming for Wellness, and create beautiful art out of recycled materials. Join us as we learn about recycling, conservation, and ways to protect our planet.

Spring Fling 4/20/14

Spring Fling
Sunday, 04/20/2014 – 10:00 am –
SpringFling_175x153Miami Children’s Museum
980 Macarthur Causeway,
Miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link
Cost:

Sunday, April 20th
10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Spring is here and it is time to celebrate the sunshine! Enjoy a Peter Rabbit puppet show, and create some of your favorite springtime crafts including your own collage garden. Join us for a healthy spring cooking session and even get a chance to meet, pet, and play with the cutest farm animals in town!

Thanksgivng on Good Friday Celebration for the Homeless 4/18/14

Thanksgivng on Good Friday Celebration for the Homeless
Good Friday, April 18, 2014. 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Meals served from 11:15 AM – 12:15 PM.
Miami Rescue Mission – 2020 NW 1st Avenue Miami, FL 33127 (on the street)
Broward Outreach Center Hollywood – 2056 Scott Street Hollywood, FL 33020 (on the street)
Broward Outreach Center Pompano – 1700 Blount Road Pompano Beach, FL 33069 (located in “inner courtyard”)

On Good Friday, April 18, the Miami Rescue Mission | Broward Outreach Centers will hold their annual “Thanksgiving on Good Friday” Block Party for the homeless and hungry families of South Florida. The Theme is “HEALING”. Along with a sit down Thanksgiving meal there is an emphasis on Foot Care. Volunteers with wash the feet of the homeless and needy and Barry Podiatry Students will give foot care.

Over 500 volunteers will provide over 2,500 Thanksgiving meals. Those in attendance will be treated to haircuts and showers along with the foot care. Also live entertainment including a Passion Play will be enacted by residents of the Mission. Mission Hope purple bags filled with hygiene products will be distributed to all guests. Over 500 Easter Baskets will be distributed between the 3 campuses to children at-risk in our centers and those in attendance. There is a special emphasis also just for children. Adults and children alike will feel important and feel the love of God.

Rev. Ronald Brummitt, President of the Miami Rescue Mission/ Broward Outreach Centers said of the upcoming outreach, “It is a privilege and a blessing during the Easter/Passover Season to be able to help provide meals and to help those in our community who need it the most. We want our homeless and needy families to know that they are not forgotten and that we love them, as well as,[we] thank all of our donors and volunteers who help us make this wonderful day an awesome celebration for those that otherwise would have nothing, or very little for the Easter/Passover Season.”

Mega Pet Adoption Event by Humane Society of Greater Miami 4/19/14

Mega Pet Adoption Event by Humane Society of Greater Miami
Mega_Pet_Flyer_engSaturday, April 19, from 09:00am till 09:00pm
Equestrian Center – Tropical Park
7900 Bird Road
Miami, FL
Admission is free and complimentary parking is available in the park.

It’s every animal lover’s fantasy come true! Going to an event and being surrounded by hundreds of animals of all breeds, sizes, colors and personalities, and all eager to find a forever home. On that night, without stopping, the Humane Society of Greater Miami, Miami-Dade Animal Services, and Cat Network, together with rescue groups from all over South Florida will hold a Mega Event where hundreds of animals will be available for adoption. We would love to match you up with the perfect four-legged friend. Who will you take home?

This is a family affair with fun games for children of all ages. There will be entertainment and refreshments for everyone to enjoy. Not to miss is our Egg Hunt scheduled to take place at 12:30pm. For more information call 311 or 305-749-1825.

Easter Brunch Buffet 4/20/14

Easter Brunch Buffet
Sunday, 04/20/2014 – 11:00 am – 04:00 pm
Screen-Shot-2014-04-08-at-5.50.20-PMMoonchine Asian Bistro Lounge
7100 Biscayne Blvd,
Miami, Florida 33138
RSVP Link
Cost: $19.50 Online – $25 at the Door

This is an online exclusive for our Easter Brunch Buffet. RSVP online $19.50; $25 at the door.

Come by and spend lovely Miami weather at our patio garden! DJs will be spinning in a classic open format to add to your exclusive dining experience!
Including:

Thai – Vietnamese BBQ

Eggs/Omelettes

French Rolls

Chaffing Dish Specials for all BBQ meats

Variety of seafood and fish

Desert Station

Lust For Sushi 4/24/14

Lust For Sushi
Thursday, 04/24/2014 – 10:00 pm – 01:00 am
FlyerMoonchine Asian Bistro Lounge
7100 Biscayne Blvd,
Miami, Florida 33138
RSVP Link
Cost: FREE

Moonchine Asian Bistro and Lounge is excited to present a Miami event that will take on the aesthetic frontier of exotic asian cuisine. a new level by presenting it in a beautifully erotic display.

The premier night will feature a rotation of open format Djs as the night progresses and VJ Ron will take over our projector to display luscious visuals to add to the ambiance of our venue.

The evening will be hosted by beautiful Miami models, gogo dancers, and burlesque.

Free sushi rolls on display and 2-4-1 Lust Vodka drinks for our Premier Night 11pm-1am!

Also Free Champagne for the Ladies!

Ladies can also join us earlier as Iron Flower Fitness will be offering a free pole dance class from 8-9pm at the lounge area.

RSVP here and get a free Lust vodka Drink on us!

Don’t miss out on a new take of a unique Miami evening fusing culinary art, aesthetic ambiance and sincerely beautiful Miami models

Brickwall Sessions Comedy Showcase II 4/27/14

Brickwall Sessions Comedy Showcase II
Sunday, 04/27/2014 – 07:00 pm – 10:30 pm
FlyeriiMoonchine Asian Bistro Lounge
7100 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33138,
Miami, Florida 33174
Buy Tickets Link
Cost: 5.00

This event Showcases some of South Florida’s very best homegrown performers of our comedy scene. The format of our show is one of the best kept secrets, offering a night of unique and talented entertainment.

Our first showcase was such a success we had to do it again. Our second showcase will feature some of the best rotating and house comics of the Miami/Ft Lauderdale/West Palm Beach Improv! As well as Comedy Centrals Up Next Talent and South Beach Comedy Festival Winner!

Jordan Garnett
Will Watkins
Dan Decotiis

This will be a variety show including:

Stand up Comedy

Live Podcast

Sketches on projector

Talk show

About the Venue:
Moonchine Lounge is a wonderfully curated, plush, inviting, decadent, yet laid back atmosphere, perfect for both intimate affairs and personal event celebrations.
The venue offers a variety of delicious Asian Cuisine from Japanese, Chinese, Thai and Vietnamese dishes aswell as an entire of assortment of cocktails.
The Lounge is the Local Arts Undergrounds best kept secret that is rapidly becoming know a place to be among Miami creative elite. From Dance Parties to Comedy shows, Poetry reading to Rock N Roll revues, Burlesque to R&B, Moonchine has expression all over it.

Join us for a Sunday evening with friends and laughter!

One Day Camp Series: Explore Egypt 4/18/14

One Day Camp Series: Explore Egypt!
Sunday, 04/18/2014 – 09:00 am – 03:00 pm
unnamed-1Miami Children’s Museum
980 macarthur causway,
Miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link
Cost: $45 for Members $50 for Non-Members $20 walk-in fee

One Day Camp: Explore Egypt!
Friday, April 18th
9:00 am to 3:00 pm
Come join us as we explore the land of Egypt from the past to the present! Your child will get to create pyramids and hieroglyphics, watch a performance about the gods and even get to taste different flavors from the Middle East. Before and after care is available. To register for camp please contact Shari at slombardi@miamichildrensmuseum.org or call 305.373.KIDS (5437) x 112.

Occupy Miami Potluck Reunion 4/13/14

Occupy Miami Potluck Reunion
Sunday, 04/13/2014 – 12:00 pm – 07:30 pm
potluckMargaret Pace Park
1745 N Bayshore Dr,
Miami, Florida 33132
Facebook Link
Cost: Free

We know it’s time. You know it’s time. We’re delighted to announce the Occupy Miami family will convene at-long-last for a day of fun and friendship! Much has changed since the Occupy Movement first took root in Miami in the Fall of 2011. However, our passion and resolve remain the same. Join in the festivities as we share in the successes, failures, and lessons learned over these past few years, as well as swap new ideas on directions forward and strengthening the activist spirit in Miami.

So, come one, come all – for a day of great food, great music, and even better company! Whether you’re a fresh face who has always wanted to get involved or an original Occupier who was there from the beginning, you won’t want to miss this! Bring a dish, a picnic blanket, musical instruments, your ideas, your energy, or just your smile. Like the Occupy Movement itself, this event is what you make it. So, let’s make it one to remember. See you there!

Miami Family Event Wellness and Lifestyle Expo 9/19/14-9/21/14

Miami Family Event Wellness & Lifestyle Expo
Friday, 09/19/2014 – 09/21/2014
mf-thumbnailMiami-Dade County Fair & Exposition
10901 Coral Way,
Miami, Florida 33165
Webpage Link
Cost: Seniors 65+ and Children 12 and under – FREE. General Admission – $10

Celebrate the little things in life at the Miami Family Event, a weekend full of entertainment and fun for the entire family! This Health and Wellness Expo will be filled with exciting events and activities including, free health screenings, cooking demonstrations for all ages, live performances and kid-friendly entertainment. Children of all ages, parents and grandparents, don’t miss out on this exclusive family event!

Part of the proceeds will benefit the American Heart Association.

Event Hours:
September 19th – 6 pm – 11 pm
September 20th – 10:00 am – 8:00 pm
September 21st – 11:00 am – 5:00 pm