Luis Fuentes’ Radical Art 8/17/13

Luis Fuentes’ Radical Art
Saturday, 08/17/2013 – 08/17/2013 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
The-Art-of-Luis-Fuentes_edited-1The Radical Van
4732 SW 75 Ave ,
Miami , Florida 33155
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

Blend Pop Art, Graffiti and Cuban Cubism and you get “RADICAL ART” by Luis Fuentes. Nothing is off limits to Fuentes who uses just about any medium, new or recycled, to develop his vibrant body of work insisting on just one thing, that his work be fun.

Fuentes brings his radical art and Miami’s first “Rollin Gallery”, the “Radical Van” to the Bird Road Art Walk on Saturday, August 17th, 7-10 pm, look for him on SW 47th St & SW 75 Ave (next to Stained Glass of Miami 4732 SW 75 Ave ) For more info visit him on line at: www.artbyluis.com.

Sandy Levy 8/17/13

Sandy Levy
Saturday, 08/17/2013 – 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
1005466_615506658482132_671472636_nSandy Levy Open Studio
4406 SW 74 Ave ,
Miami, Florida 33155
Facebook Link
Cost: Free

In addition to his own fine art and advertising photography, Award-winning photographer Sandy Levy has been photographing artwork for the most discriminating artists and galleries in the world since 1971. Clients include Christy’s, Lehman Maupin Gallery, Phillips De Pury, and hundreds of fine artists. Stop by during the Bird Road Art Walk and to view Sandy’s amazing work and learn a few tips on how to best photograph your own work. For more info please contact 305.262.9229

Female Creations 8/17/13

Female Creations
Saturday, 08/17/2013 – 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
972046_496907747062739_2017636561_nArte Venezolano en Miami
7432 SW 42 St,
Miami, Florida 33155
Facebook Link
Cost: Free

Arte Venezolano en Miami presents their newest exhibit “Female Creations” featuring the work of talented artists Eumelia Castro and Silvina Castillo, Saturday, August 17th, 7-10 pm during the popular Bird Road Art Walk. For more info please contact 786.338.3857

Photo credit: New Life by Silvina Castillo..

Bird Road Art Walk – August 17th (& every 3rd Saturday) 8/17/13

Bird Road Art Walk – August 17th (& every 3rd Saturday)
Saturday, 08/17/2013 – 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
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The Bird Road Art District is conveniently located just off of the Palmetto Expressway (SR 826) and Bird Road (SW 40th Street). The majority of the studios are located off of SW 75 Ave & SW 74 Ave.,
4229 SW 75 Ave, Florida 33155
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Cost: Free

Join us on Saturday August 17th, 7-10 pm for the Bird Road Art Walk.

In 2011, Miami New Times ranked The Bird Road Art Walk as Miami’s Best Art Walk. Since then the Bird Road Art Walk has continued growing and has gotten even better. Visitors to the area will find a thriving community of artists who open their studios, alternative and creative spaces to the public every third Saturday.

We invite the art-loving public to join us for an evening of art and the opportunity to go behind the scenes and meet the artists in their own studios which normally are only open by appointment.

The Art Walk takes place just east of the Palmetto Expressway’s 40th Street Exit and just south of 40th Street (also known as “Bird Road”).

Enjoy ample free parking, and a complimentary shuttle bus service. Start your Art Walk at any of the participating studios. Click on link for special highlights: http://www.thebirdroadartdistrict.com/Bird-Road-Art-Walk.html

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

Since the 1980s, the Bird Road Art Districts’ slanted warehouses, antique stores and overall industrial vibe have provided a haven for artists. Today visitors will find a thriving community of more than 40 artists and an up and coming art scene, featuring a broad range of contemporary, emerging and established artists working in a variety of mediums.

Stay Connected with the Bird Road Art District:
Call: 305.467.6819
Web: http://www.thebirdroadartdistrict.com/
Facebook:Bird Road Art District
Twitter:@BirdRoadArts

Youth Edition Of Expressions And Old School Spoken Word 08/17/13

Youth Edition Of Expressions And Old School Spoken Word
Saturday, 08/17/2013 – 05:00 pm – 11:00 pm
August-Expressions-evite-8.17.13The Ward Gallery
249 N.W. 9th St,
Miami, Florida 33136
Webpage Link
Cost: $5 in advance $10 at the door

On August 17th, 2013 from 5PM to 7PM at the Ward Gallery in Overtown, new school will meet old school in a special back-to-back edition of Expressions presented by The Black Archives History & Research Foundation of South Florida. Featured spoken word performers Anomaly, Poettis and the venue’s first nationally recognized visiting poet, Taalam Acey will follow the youth edition. Anomaly and Poettis have been leading ladies among the Miami spoken word circuit for a number of years, groomed in the era of famed slain poet, Will “Da Real One.” Acey, a New Jersey native, currently residing in Baltimore, MD has presented his spoken word on a national platform and has frequently been featured on BET, at the Essence Music Festival and in Essence Magazine.

The Expressions double feature is August 17, beginning with Youth Expressions starting at 5 p.m. and Expressions at 7 p.m. and will feature music by Jody Hill and Deep Fried Funk Band. There will be a cash bar and delicious food available for purchase. Expressions double act will lead with Youth Expressions, an adolescent version of the regular monthly event featuring the spoken word, musical and performing arts talents of young people from, in and around the Overtown community.The Youth showcase starts at 5 p.m. and will feature youngsters presenting their own spin on the ‘Expressions’ format, showcasing their skills in poetry and music. Many of the adolescent performers are participants in the arts program at Urgent, Inc., a Black Archives’ community partners in Overtown.

Bowling For Rhinos 8/16/13

Bowling For Rhinos
Friday, 08/16/2013 – 08/16/2013 07:00 pm – 10:30 pm
PrintBird Bowl
9275 SW 40th St,
Miami, Florida 33165
Facebook Link
Cost: $25.00

Do you want to help keep rhinos horny? Come on down to Bird Bowl on Friday, August 16th at 7:00pm and help us keep these animals alive!

Why are we trying to keep them horny?

A rhino is born every 3 years and killed every killed every 36 hours

Why? Because there are people out there that believe the rhino horn is an aphrodisiac! It is has been scientifically proven that this myth is just that; A MYTH!

By attending Bowling For Rhinos 2013, you will be doing your part to help save not only the 5 species of rhinos that are all considered critically endangered, but you will be saving all of the animals and plants that all live and grow in the protected reservation that you helped save!

So here is how it works:

Registration begins at 7:00pm at Bird Bowl and is $25 for adults and $15 for small children.

What does this include??

– 2 hours of bowling for a team of 5 to 6 bowlers
– shoe rental
– 1 whole pizza per lane
– 1 soda per bowler
– 1 free raffle ticket
– $5 off event t-shirt

Bowlers are encouraged to get sponsors as 100% of all sponsor money goes directly to saving rhinos.

** Prizes will be issued to the top 3 bowlers and to the highest donors!

Remember, we will also have a silent auction along and a raffle full of some really cool and unique items!

Our goal is to get 100 bowlers, can you help us do that?

SEE YOU THERE!!

Fashion Bazaar and End of Summer Sale 8/10/13

Fashion Bazaar and End of Summer Sale
Saturday, August 10th, 1pm To 5 Pm
The Yorker
444 Ne 30th Street, Penthouse #1108
Miami, Fl

designer fashions, hand made jewelry, retro ware, art & more

Open Martini Bar

Bring a friend

Credit cards welcome

Hosted by Marta Deros & Raquel Vallejo/RAVA Designs LLC

Pamper Me Fabulous 9/15/13

Pamper Me Fabulous
Sunday, 09/15/2013 – 11:00 am – 05:00 pm
The Moore Building
4040 NE 2nd Ave,
Miami, Florida 33137
Webpage Link
Cost:

This an event produced by women, made for women.

When it comes to the end of the day, we think there is nothing better than rewarding one’s accomplishments, taking time out to nurture our mind, body, and spirit, spending fun time with our girlfriends or colleagues, and indulging in some shopping, pampering and beauty. Add to that feel good exercise and enlightenment of the mind, and at Pamper Me Fabulous, you will get to do just that.

We produce Pamper Me Fabulous because we believe that every woman deserves just that type of experience which elevates us all to a higher state of well being.

We salute you for being the amazing woman you are. We hope that you’ll come to Pamper Me Fabulous to celebrate your individual and collective accomplishments with your girlfriends and colleagues. You deserve it!

Sponsored by: Dermalogica, Anew, Rejuvenator, Sparkling Ice, New Beauty Magazine and Yelp.

Sabor Peru Gastronomic Festival 11/16/13-11/17/13

Sabor Peru Gastronomic Festival
Saturday, 11/16/2013 – 11/17/2013 11:00 am – 08:00 pm
e-flyer-sabor-peruMiami Airport Convention Center
711 NW 72 Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33126
Webpage Link
Cost: $20.00

Sabor Peru Gastronomic Festival promises to be this year’s premiere foodie festival. This unique event will take place on November 16 & 17th at the Miami Airport Convention Center (MACC). With a kick off Inauguration Party showcasing invited master chefs of Peruvian cuisine on November 15th.

ASE Events, the directors of the largest gastronomical Peruvian Festival in the nation Taste of Peru which attracted more than 10,000 attendees in 2012 Presents Their Newest Version Sabor Peru 2013 Featuring the Peruvian Gastronomy Association (PGA) the official association of the best Peruvian Chefs from renowned restaurants in Florida along with its Media Partners, Spanish Broadcasting System (SBS) the largest Hispanic owned and operated media and entertainment company in the nation. These strategic partners will seek to fulfill Sabor Peru 2013 objective to expose and promote Peruvian gastronomy, culture, music, and art in the United States.

Sabor Peru 2013 will feature restaurants from USA and Peru to delight our palates with the best of Peruvian cuisine. Peruvian cuisine is a fusion of culture, traditions and flavors. Currently, Peru’s cuisine is increasingly considered one of the world’s richest and most diverse. Peru’s diverse climates and distinctive cultures that date to prehistoric times together with the modern fusions that have been adapted by innovative chefs have bought it to new heights in culinary mastery.

Peruvian chefs create master pieces with their country’s ancient indigenous products, exotic fruits, vegetables, and rich seafood influenced with cuisine from across all continents. Sabor Peru 2013 will delight attendees with Peru’s rich gastronomic culture, unique beverages, music, art, and crafts by offering Culinary Tours of its diverse regions.

Sabor Peru 2013 will feature the latest in event technology to create the magic of Peru and its distinctive geographic regions Costa, Sierra, and Selva with creative and colorful backdrops that will truly transform the venue into an unforgettable experience. Each region will be decorated according to its natural landscape and traditional beauty offering attendees the opportunity to experience, perceive, smell, touch, and taste Peru without leaving Miami.

So if you are a serious food lover or want to take a weekend getaway to Peru, Sabor Peru Gastronomic Festival will please all of your senses!

Photographs of Bazaar Noir sponsored by Dos Equis at Grand Central

Love, Hope, Strength invites you to a night of culinary oddities, exotic beasts, and enigmatic strangers. Grand Central was transformed into a market inspired soiree guaranteed to test your wits and tempt your senses. Sip on complimentary Dos Equis as live music and unexpected encounters transport you to the Bazaar Noir.

We received these cute little passport cards that we took with us to every station to have punched.  It wasn’t that easy though. You had to try one of the “culinary oddities” or perform some task in order to get your card punched. Once all four corners of the card were punched out, then you were invited to the special secret room to view a performance.  Slits in a wall revealed a mirrored room with a dancing phoenix that seemed to perform JUST for you, like a pervy peep show. It was difficult to describe, so you’ll have to see for yourself… or ask me sometime.

The event was such a blast. We really enjoyed the musical stylings of The Candy Shop Boys. They played an eclectic and provoctive mix of muic and genres. I especially love how they cover tunes in new and interesting ways.

We were are all about partying for a purpose.  That’s why we are happy to find out that Love Hope Strength was behind all the the peculiar partying. Love Hope Strength (LHS) an international, music-centric cancer charity dedicated to saving lives, one concert at a time. Their mission is to save lives, right now, with the advances that have already been made in cancer care.

So, how does one become a marrow or blood stem cell donor?

It is a painless and simple procedure to get registered.  You fill out a quick form, have your cheek swabbed. The cells are taken and sent to a lab to be tested to determine your tissue type.  Your data is then entered into the National Marrow Donor Program registry. No worries. It’s anonymous.

Here is a video from MiamiTV recorded live at Bazaar Noir!

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Check out these fun images from the event.

Macy’s Dadeland Celebrates Teen Vogue Back-To-School Saturday 8/10/13

Macy’s Dadeland Celebrates Teen Vogue Back-To-School Saturday
0810_Teen Vogue BTS_776Saturday, Aug. 10 at 2 PM
Macy’s Dadeland Fashion Store
MStylelab Department – First Floor
7303 SW 88th Street
Miami, FL 33156

Saturday, Aug. 10 has been designated Teen Vogue Back-to-School Saturday – a one day shopping extravaganza for the best deals on everything to go back to class in style. At select Macy’s locations nationwide – locally at Dadeland Macy’s in Miami – shoppers can enjoy a showcase of the hottest fashions for fall, sweet treats and lively music while shopping their favorite brands. Fashion and Beauty Expert Dee Trillo of the Haute Frugalista (HauteFrugalista.com) will host a fashion presentation with the best fall looks. Other activities include: dance performance by InMotion Miami; mini makeovers by Smashbox; skin consultations by Shiseido and nail art and manicures by Midtown Nailbar.

Customers who spend $50 in the Mstylelab department will receive a MINI emergency kit jam-packed with necessities like lip balm, mints, a sewing kit and more. Available while supplies last.

Customers can also show off their fall style and enter for a chance to win a trip to New York City, including an Mstylelab shopping spree, style consultation with a Teen Vogue Style Expert and more. For complete details and to enter, visit teenvogue.com/mstylelab.

Dee Trillo is a Fashion, Beauty and Shopping Expert whose work has been featured online and on-air. Creator and Blogger behind the bilingual fashion and beauty blog ‘The Haute Frugalista’, and TV host for Yahoo TV and Fashion|One TV.  Dee has appeared on  Telemundo, CBS4, WSVN Fox 7, New York 1, and Yahoo TV. Her style and knowledge of the industry have appeared on publications like Style Network, Huffington Post, The Miami Herald, Ocean Drive Magazine, Sun Sentinel, NBC6, Miami NewTimes, Societe Perrier and Lucky Magazine.

Dee Trillo has covered Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week New York Spring 2014 and Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Swim 2013 and 2014, giving her fashion reports to her online column ‘Spotted’ By Dee Trillo for South Florida Nights Magazine and TV outlets.

GMCVB Miami Spa Month and Miami Spice Restaurant Program August 2013

Miami Spa Month will run in tandem with Miami Spice Restaurant Program until Aug. 31, 2013.
www.MiamiSpaMonth.com

Due to its tremendous success, the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau (GMCVB) will continue to offer its Miami Spa Month promotion through Aug. 31, 2013. Miami Spa Month gives consumers the opportunity to pamper themselves at some of the area’s renowned spas with savings of up to 50 percent.Treatments normally valued at $199 or more are offered at $99. Costs do not include tax and gratuity; reservations are required.

Miami Spa Month is part of the bureau’s increasingly popular Temptations program,which takes a thematic focus on thebest that Miami has to offer throughout the year.

Miami Spice Restaurant Program, also organized by the GMCVB, offers discounted three-course lunch and dinner menus at participating area restaurants, Aug. 1 – Sept. 30, 2013. Miami Spice Restaurant Program is sponsored by MasterCard Priceless Miami, Norwegian Cruise Line, BACARDÍ®, Stella Artois and Wines of Chile. For a complete list of participating restaurants, menus, promotions and scheduledevents, visit the official Miami Spice website at www.iLoveMiamiSpice.com.

Miami Spa Month and Miami Spice Restaurant Program are available at participating spas and restaurants located throughout Greater Miami & the Beaches – see each program’s dedicated website for details.

Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida 2013-2014 Season

Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida 2013-2014 Season
For more information regarding any of the season’s shows, visit www.artsballettheatre.org , or call (305) 948-4777

Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida, nurtured and grown under the direction of Ballet Master Vladimir Issaev since October of 1997, leaps into its 16th Season starting October 12th, 2013 with Pentimento, and Firebird and ends with their Spring Gala on May 3rd and 4th, 2014. South Florida ballet fans will be treated to a season of mixed styles that will include new works, old works, giant mice, steamy romance, a few weighty collaborations, and a veterinarian in Africa, all presented by Arts Ballet Theatre’s professional corps of 14 dancers!

Pentimento, created by choreographer Vicente Nebrada, includes excerpts from Johann Sebastian Bach’s Four Suites for Orchestra. The ballet is a bold, abstract work that is based on the art form of painting called pentimento. The artist changes his or her mind about the composition of his painting during the process of painting, and then changes it. This ballet applies the same approach to dance: the concept for the dances and costumes change throughout the performance. Using masks, flowing fabric and creative lighting to create a mystical effect, the piece develops through layers of movement, color and light. Adding to mystical effects is original costuming by Cristina Gianinni.

Back by popular demand, the Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida presents Firebird, with Stravinsky’s brilliant score that tells the tale of a magical firebird who helps a heroic prince rescue a beautiful princess. With exuberant dancing, magical special effects, fantastic costumes designed by Jorge Gallardo, new sets by Jim Hammond, and gorgeous backdrops by designer Elena Bondarenko, this magnificent production will enthrall and enchant audiences.

Broward Center for the Performing Arts – Amaturo Theater
201 SW Fifth Avenue
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312
Saturday, October 12, 2013 at 7:00 pm
Sunday, October 13, 2013 at 3:00 pm
Tickets: $10 – $35
Phone: 954-462-0222
www.browardcenter.org

Aventura Arts & Cultural Center
3385 NE 188th street
Aventura, FL 33180
Saturday, October 19, 2013 at 7:00 pm
Sunday, October 20, 2013 at 3:00 pm
Tickets: $25.00
Phone: 954-462-0222
www.aventuracenter.org

On Friday, October 25, 2013, Arts Ballet Theatre has been invited to perform Glinka Suite Fantastique at the National Dance Education Organization Conference at the New World School of the Arts. Glinka Suite Fantastique is a piece for three men and six girls, in a very neo–classical style with music by Glinka, and Choreography by Issaev, that represents the definitive Issaev.

This program will be presented at:

New World School of the Arts
25 NE 2nd Street
Miami, FL 33132
(305) 237-3135
http://nwsa.mdc.edu/

In December, Beginning with a Gala Event on Sunday December 8th at 7:00 pm, the company of the Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida will once again journey to the Land of the Sweets, as they perform the traditional annual audience favorite, The Nutcracker. This holiday ‘chestnut’ depicts the tale of a young girl, Clara, on Christmas Eve and the adventure she undertakes when her most cherished Christmas present, a nutcracker, comes to life. Together they battle the Mouse King, travel to the Land of Sweets, enjoy festivities with delicious international treats, and finally travel home.

Company members of Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida are exceptionally excited about this year’s performances of The Nutcracker and are proud to give life to the roles of the Sugarplum Fairy and her cavalier, the Nutcracker Prince, the Marzipan dance, the Snow Queen and all of the other wonderful characters that light up the eyes of all ages of audiences during the holiday season, to celebrate Arts Ballet Theatre’s sixteen years of bringing affordable and exquisite ballet to South Florida!

For VIP Patrons, the December 8th Gala will begin at 7:00 pm, with tapas and libations, a reception with the international corps of dancers, and chances to bid on silent auction items that range from donations from Tiffany’s, to weekend getaways at the Ritz Carlton in Orlando, followed by the grand opening performance of the holiday season.

The Fillmore Miami Beach at the Jackie Gleason Theater
1700 Washington Ave
Miami Beach, FL 33139
Sunday, December 8, 2012, 8:00pm (VIP Gala at 7:00 pm)
Tickets: $100.00 (VIP), $47.50 – $52.50
Phone: 305-673-7300
www.FillmoreMB.com

Aventura Arts & Cultural Center
3385 NE 188th street
Aventura, FL 33180
Friday, December 13, 2013, 7:00 pm
Saturday, December 14, 2013, 7:00 pm
Sunday, December 15, 2013, 3:00 pm
Tickets: $35.00
Phone: 954-462-0222
www.aventuracenter.org

and

Parker Playhouse
707 NE 8th Street,
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
Saturday, December 21, 2013, 7:00 pm
Sunday, December 22, 2013, 3:00 pm
Tickets: $15 to $35.00
Phone: 954-462-0222
www.ParkerPlayhouse.com

In March, Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida will bring back the family favorite Doctor Ouch! Those two words may instill fear in your kids, but actually, they should induce great big smiles – Dr. Ouch is a wonderfully hilarious ballet designed with kids in mind (and what a fun way to sneak a little extra culture into their lives)!

Doctor Ouch! is based on the books by Russian poet, Kornei Chukovsky, and tells the story of a doctor that cures animals. When he’s called to the wilds of Africa to help ill monkeys, he encounters tropical birds, amazing animals and some very mischievous pirates. And the entire story is told in two acts of breathtaking ballet. It’s magical!

With beautiful costumes and fantastical sets, this wonderful production will delight everyone ages 2 to 92.

Aventura Arts & Cultural Center
3385 NE 188th street
Aventura, FL 33180
Saturday, March 8, 2014 at 7:00 pm
Sunday, March 9, 2014 at 3:00 pm
Tickets: $25.00
Phone: 954-462-0222
www.aventuracenter.org

Broward Center for the Performing Arts
201 SW Fifth Avenue
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312
Saturday, March 15, 2014, 7:00 pm
Sunday, March 16, 2014, 3:00 pm
Tickets: $ 25.00
Phone: 954-462-0222
www.browardcenter.org

And as if this doesn’t keep Arts Ballet Theatre busy enough for the month of March, they will also be taking their hot and steamy Romantic Program to the Palm Isles Cultural Center in Boynton Beach on March 19th 2014, and they will appear as special guests with The Opera Atelier on Saturday, March 22nd at the Broward Center for the Performing arts. And as they prepare for their grand finale in May, they will also find time to squeeze in Harlequinade on Sunday, April 6 at the Sunrise Civic Center.

For the close of the 16th season, Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida will put on their Annual Spring Gala, a magnificent showcase of the dancers’ talents through a variety of classical and neoclassical ballets. The dancers are trained for the Spring Gala by Vladimir Issaev as well as guest choreographers. This performance will only be presented once in Broward and once in Miami Dade during the merry month of May.

Aventura Arts & Cultural Center
3385 NE 188th street
Aventura, FL 33180
Saturday, May 3, 2014, 7:00 pm
Tickets: $25.00
Phone: 954-462-0222
www.aventuracenter.org

Broward Center for the Performing Arts
201 SW Fifth Avenue
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312
Sunday, May 4, 2014 at 5:00 pm
Tickets: $25.00
Phone: 954-462-0222
www.browardcenter.org

In addition to these main productions, Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida will also make educational appearances in various schools in both Broward and Miami-Dade counties, as they continue to excite young children about the importance and enjoyment of the classical art of ballet in the education outreach program.

Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida receives funding from Miami Dade County Dept. of Cultural Affairs, Broward County Cultural Division, Florida Division of Cultural Affairs, Miami Salon Group, Funding Arts Broward, Citizens Interested in Arts, Target and Marlin Foundation, The Miami Childrens Trust to support a professional season of performances and community outreach events in Miami-Dade County for the 2013-2014 season.

Cancer Support Community Greater Miami Wellness Golf and Tennis Tournament 10/21/13

Cancer Support Community Greater Miami Wellness Golf & Tennis Tournament
Monday, October 21, 2013, 10/21/2013 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Deering Bay Yacht & Country Club
13610 Deering Bay Drive
Miami, FL 33158

Ticket Cost: $60.00
Seating Information $60.00 – Cocktail Party and Tournament Awards Dinner – Sponsorship information upon request.
More Info

Please join the Cancer Support Community Greater Miami for the Annual Tee Off Fore Wellness Golf & Tennis Tournament. Spend a fun-filled day with South Florida business and community leaders as they come together to play golf and tennis to benefit the Cancer Support Community Greater Miami. Enjoy this premiere fundraiser where you and your guests will experience this signature event in one of Miami’s most beautiful settings. All tournament players will receive luxury goodie bags, promotional giveaways and take part in day-long sampling from premiere food and beverage sponsors who have generously donated these gifts or services. Round out the day at the 19th Hole Cocktail Party sponsored by Steiner Leisure, featuring our silent auction and then join us poolside for the tournament Awards Dinner and luxury special drawing. Golf Tournament Lead Sponsor is Sharp General Contractors, Inc. and Tennis Tournament Lead Sponsor is Bancredito International Bank.

Peruvian Independence Day Festival great turnout and lots of fun by Betty Alvarez

Marking the 192nd Anniversary of the Peruvian Independence, the Peruvian Independence Day Festival took place on July 28 at the Miami Airport Convention Center (MACC) which delicious Peruvian Food and music took center stage, live bands such as Zona Tropical, Patricio Suarez Vertiz y su banda de Rock and special guest stars Stuka Rock with host Rosa Elvira Cartagena.

The Miami Writers Institute Presents: Los Mecanismos Secretos de la Novela con Jorge Eduardo Benavides 11/22/13

The Miami Writers Institute Presents: Los Mecanismos Secretos de la Novela con Jorge Eduardo Benavides
Friday, 11/22/2013 – 02:00 pm – 05:00 pm
WI-fall-20134Miami Dade College, Wolfson Campus
300,
Miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link
Cost: $75

Mucha gente quiere escribir una novela. Tiene una historia, tiene personajes, tiene un argumento. Pero, ¿sabemos cuáles son los recursos a los que apela un escritor a la hora de empezar a escribir y darle forma a historia, personaje y argumento y sobre todo, cómo se elabora una estrategia narrativa? En esta charla-taller, destinada a quienes quieren conocer cómo se prepara, diseña y escribe una novela, abordaremos las principales líneas de tensión que cruzan el desarrollo de la misma, independientemente de su género o extensión. Para ello se analizarán aspectos como el estilo narrativo, la elaboración de personajes, la redacción de los primeros borradores, las sucesivas labores de edición que tiene que acometer el escritor y sobre todo analizaremos algunos falsos mitos sobre el trabajo del novelista. Para ello se comentarán diversas novelas de grandes autores y su proceso creativo. La registracion esta abierta. Para mas informacion, contacten a Nicole Swift a nswift@mdc.edu o llamen 305-237-3528.

The Miami Writers Institute Presents: Writing YA: Spark, Structure and a little bit of Sparkle with Lauren Oliver 11/22/13

The Miami Writers Institute Presents: Writing YA: Spark, Structure and a little bit of Sparkle with Lauren Oliver
Friday, 11/22/2013 – 11/22/2013 9 a.m. to noon
WI-fall-20133Miami Dade College, Wolfson Campus
300 NE Second Ave, Miami,
miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link
Cost: $110

This one-day workshop will focus on writing for the young adult market. Speaking both from her perspective as an author and as co-founder of the literary development company, Paper Lantern Lit, Lauren Oliver will address the three key elements of storytelling:

1) The Spark: conceiving of ideas that are both marketable and meaningful.

2) The Structure: understanding plot and building solid narrative architecture.

3) The Sparkle: the importance of a great first sentence, and the way to achieve voice through specificity.

Registration is now open. For more information, please contact Nicole Swift at nswift@mdc.edu or call 305-237-3528.

The Miami Writers Institute Presents: Writing Fiction with Esmeralda Santiago 11/20/13 – 11/22/13

The Miami Writers Institute Presents: Writing Fiction with Esmeralda Santiago
Sunday, 11/20/2013 – 11/22/2013 2 p.m. – 5 p.m.
WI-fall-20132Miami Dade College, Wolfson Campus
300 NE Second Ave, Miami,
miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link
Cost: $225

This workshop will focus on how to establish a writing discipline, how to structure a novel, and how to avoid writer’s block. We will discuss mind-mapping and how to use it. We will explore researching methods, archiving practices, and organizations of facts for fiction. There will be daily assignments, so bring writing materials and devices. Registration is now open. For more information, please contact Nicole Swift at nswift@mdc.edu or call 305-237-3528.

The Miami Writers Institute Presents: The First 20 Pages: Establishing voice, Method and Narrative Stakes at the Beginning of Your Memoir with Bill Clegg and Jill Bialosky 11/20/13 – 11/22/13

The Miami Writers Institute Presents: The First 20 Pages: Establishing voice, Method and Narrative Stakes at the Beginning of Your Memoir with Bill Clegg and Jill Bialosky
Sunday, 11/20/2013 – 11/22/2013 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
WI-fall-20131Miami Dade College, Wolfson Campus
300 NE Second Ave, Miami,
Miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link
Cost: $225

With people, you only get one chance to make a first impression and with your manuscript, it’s the same. This workshop will focus on the opening pages of a memoir manuscript with a focus on establishing voice, method and narrative stakes.
The workshop will include a combination of manuscript feedback and examining examples of how other writers have started their memoirs.
Participants should submit the first 20 pages of their memoirs by October 23 to Nicole Swift at: nswift@mdc.edu. Registration is now open. For more information, please contact Nicole Swift at the email listed above or call 305-237-3528.

The Miami Writers Institute Presents: Telling Someone Else’s Story: Collaborative Writing with Patricia Mulcahy 11/20/13-11/22/13

The Miami Writers Institute Presents: Telling Someone Else’s Story: Collaborative Writing with Patricia Mulcahy
Wednesday, 11/20/2013 – 11/22/2013 09:00 am – 12:00 pm
WI-fall-2013Miami Dade College, Wolfson Campus
300 NE Second Ave, Miami,
Miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link
Cost: $225

Writing with or for someone else requires what novelist Colum McCann calls “radical empathy,” not just editorial and/or writing skill. In this three-day workshop participants will pair off and exchange stories. So bring a tape recorder and a computer or tablet — anything with a keyboard that will enable you to interview your cohort and then present your version of the story that best defines him or her. We’ll look at some examples of successful commercial collaborations and also try exercises in perception and differing viewpoints – how do you “read” someone else, and then verbalize the results – to kick off the workshop. Registration is now open. For more information, please contact Nicole Swift at nswift@mdc.edu.

Fall 2013 Creative Writing Courses – Finish Your Novel – the TV way! with Anjanette Delgado 9/18/13 – 11/6/13

Fall 2013 Creative Writing Courses – Finish Your Novel – the TV way! with Anjanette Delgado
Wednesday, 09/18/2013 – 11/06/2013 06:30 pm – 08:30 pm
centerforliteratureandtheatre june2012Miami Dade College, Wolfson Campus
300 NE Second Ave, Miami,
Miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link
Cost: $170

Using techniques of television series head writers or show runners who must create entire worlds from top to bottom under strict ($$$) deadline pressure, this course will teach you how to organize it all, how to know what to keep and what to toss, and how to keep your inspiration level high throughout the long-form story process. Registration is now open. For more information, contact Nicole Swift at nswift@mdc.edu or 305-237-3528.

Fall 2013 Creative Writing Courses – Flash Non-Fiction with M.J. Fievre 9/17/13 – 11/5/13

Fall 2013 Creative Writing Courses – Flash NON-Fiction with M.J. Fievre
Tuesday, 09/17/2013 – 11/05/2013 07:00 pm – 09:00 pm
centerforliteratureandtheatre june2012Miami Dade College, Wolfson Campus
300 NE Second Ave, Miami,
Miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link
Cost: $170

Flash NON-fiction is an exciting and nuanced genre full of possibilities and surprises; it encourages writers to be economical and deliberate. The pieces, though diminutive in length, must still contain all the elements of narrative construction. How does a writer compress events and characterization into a few hundred words? Well, come experiment and play! The workshop will be beneficial for those first experimenting with the genre and for those looking to hone their skills. Write short, think long. Registration is now open. For more information, contact Nicole Swift at nswift@mdc.edu or 305-237-3528.

Fall 2013 Creative Writing Courses – Miami Noir: A Fiction Workshop with David Beaty 9/12/13 – 11/7/13

Fall 2013 Creative Writing Courses – Miami Noir: A Fiction Workshop with David Beaty
Sunday, 09/12/2013 – 11/07/2013 06:30 pm – 08:30 pm
centerforliteratureandtheatre june2012Miami Dade College, Wolfson Campus
300 NE Second Ave, Miami,
Miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link
Cost: $170

Why do the words “Miami” and “crime” and “noir” sound so natural together? How would you define “noir,” and how is the Miami kind different from that found anywhere else? What’s so special about Miami, its history, setting, weather, and its salad of inhabitants and their conflicting traditions that has attracted so many crime writers? In this workshop, we’ll investigate these aspects of life in Miami and look at how you can use them to create your own noir crime fiction. We’ll read and discuss short examples by such writers as Charles Willeford, James W. Hall, Les Standiford, John Dufresne, Elmore Leonard, and others. There will be writing exercises in class, and students will bring in copies of their stories or chapters to be workshopped by the class. Registration is now open. For more information, contact Nicole Swift at nswift@mdc.edu.

The Safer Driver Academy: Defensive Driving Course 8/3/13

The Safer Driver Academy: Defensive Driving Course
Saturday, 08/03/2013 – 09:00 am – 04:00 pm
Miami-Dade County Fair Expo Center
10901 SW 24 St,
Miami , Florida 33165
More Info Link
Cost: $299

The Defensive Driving Course teaches teenagers the skills necessary to avoid an accident. To enroll in the course, participants must present a driver’s permit. Professional drivers teach the course. Participants can pay at the event.

Fall 2013 Creative Writing Courses – Clase Magistral de Análisis y Creatividad Literaria con Edmundo Paz-Soldan 9/14/13

Fall 2013 Creative Writing Courses – Clase Magistral de Análisis y Creatividad Literaria con Edmundo Paz-Soldan
Saturday, 09/14/2013 – 10:00 am – 01:00 pm
centerforliteratureandtheatre june2012Koubek Center
2705 SW Third St. ,
Miami, Florida 33135
Webpage Link
Cost: $60

Clase Magistral de Análisis y Creatividad Literaria con Edmundo Paz-Soldan
Una clase que propone como objetivo principal la discusión de los elementos básicos de la narración literaria como forma de incentivar el desarrollo de la voz narrativa. El análisis de los elementos formales presentes en una obra narrativa busca que los asistentes se enfoquen en su propia escritura. La registracion esta abierta. Para mas informacion, pueden contactar Nicole Swift a nswift@mdc.edu o 305-237-3528.

Concierto Escuadron Patriota 8/3/13

Concierto Escuadron Patriota
Saturday, 08/03/2013 – 09:00 pm –
74009_616017115097753_1634193905_nCuban Soul Foundation
7420 SW 42 Street,
Miami, Florida 33155
Facebook Link
Cost: $10 advance/ $20 day of event

Founders of the Cuban Soul Foundation believe that art is a universal language, that its very matrix speaks directly to our common humanity and that the art and culture of each generation is something we should appreciate and welcome.

Since 2011, La Madriguera de Miami, a project of the Cuban Soul Foundation (CSF), has been providing a platform for alternative Cuban music and the visual arts by bringing contemporary Cuban artists to the United States and presenting their generations reggae beats, Hip Hop and rock music at concerts throughout American colleges and universities and most recently in the Bird Road Art District.

On Saturday, August 3rd the CSF will present an exclusive performance with Cuban Hip Hop artists, Raudel (Esquadron Patriota) and Doble Filo. Seating is limited, call and reserve your seats today, 786.402.1064.

Words & Wine Featuring Symbiotic Simians 8/7/13

Words & Wine Featuring Symbiotic Simians
Wednesday, 08/07/2013 – 08/08/2013 09:30 pm – 02:00 am
New-ImageMoonChine
7100 Biscayne Blvd,
Miami, Florida 33138
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Cost: 0.00

Ladies, Gentlemen, honey badgers and the like:

Words & Wine is BACK! Now at Moonchine Bistro Garden & Lounge ♥ !! Perfect balance between the jam house and a venue. No more expensive drinks or issues with noise or parking!

Location:
Moonchine Bistro Garden & Lounge 7100 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33138

This Week Featuring Symbiotic Simians !!

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

***9:30pm NO COVER 21 + GREAT Drink Specials***

That’s right boys and girls, now there’s no more excuses on why you can’t come or why you came with outside drinks ; )

Please respect the venue and help local local art and music thrive

We got plenty of space for Musicians, Poets, and yes DRUMMERS!

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

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

Any questions please call Nikki 786 728 4748

MANO Fine Art – Summer Open House 8/3/13

MANO Fine Art – Summer Open House
Saturday, 08/03/2013 – 01:00 pm – 04:00 pm
August-3-Open-House_edited-1MANO Fine Art Project Space
4225 SW 75 Ave (2nd Flr),
Miami, Florida 33155
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

Join us for another look at “Summer Crush”, fresh and nostalgic and as much a part of summer as baseball and watermelon. MANO’s new exhibit “Summer Crush”, pokes at the inner child in all of us reminding us that it’s not just that extra hour of daylight that makes summer so great.

The exhibit integrates many of the elements and mediums that the artist has engaged with over the last several years. In “Summer Crush” , MANO’s beach-goers evoke a sense of nostalgia and memories of more innocent times when White Castle burgers, hot mustangs, and cruising the board walk were the essentials for a perfect summer or was it a summer crush that made everything seem perfect.

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

For more info contact 305.467.6819

Photographs of the Pool Boy Pool Girl Competition at the Clevelander Marlins Stadium

This past weekend we had the privilege of attending an awesome competition that involved, twerking, swimsuits, beer pong, liquor and laughter otherwise referred to as just another day at The Clevelander at Marlins Park. We were asked to judge the Pool Boy and Pool Girl Competition and had an absolute blast. The Clevelander opened up a location at the Marlins Stadium, where fans can eat awesome food, drink, swim in the pool and get up close and personal with the sexy Marlin Energy Team. On any given day, you will experience in professional body painting, a kickass DJ and… oh ya,  a baseball game too. ;-)  The hopeful Pool Boys and Girls had to compete in aquatic baseball fetch, beer pong, interviews and a dance contest to win the crowns.  Allison and Corey pictured below in their victor robes earned the coveted titles. We loved this spot and will definitely be back to participate in more fun shenanigans.

Lisa Boccard presents, “The Cure Package” 10/5/13

Lisa Boccard presents, “The Cure Package”
Sunday, 10/05/2013 – 11/06/2013 07:00 pm – 09:00 pm
ACNDLisaBoccardPromoJpegACND Gallery of Art at Archbishop Curley Notre Dame Prep
4949 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33137,
Miami, Florida 33137
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Cost: Free. RSVP required to news@acnd.net

Opening Reception: 7pm, Saturday, October 5, 2013
Exhibit runs through November 6, 2013

Lisa Boccard (alumna ’80) speaks and presents her exhibit to coincide with National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. When 29, she was diagnosed with Stage 3 breast cancer and has been in ongoing treatment again since 2003 for metastatic breast. A tireless cancer advocate, Ms. Boccard is also the author of “The Cure Package”, a photo exhibit depicting her travels with breast cancer.

She appeared on the Rosie O’Donnell Show and represented the state of Florida in 1993 by presenting President Clinton with 2.6 million signatures requesting the resources needed to end the breast cancer epidemic.

She is a co-founder and a member of the National Breast Cancer Coalition and serves on several committees for the American Cancer Society. In 2003, her brother Vincent and his wife Terry founded the Lisa Boccard Breast Cancer Fund that helps provide funding for screening mammograms for women who cannot afford them. The exhibit is free. RSVP to news@acnd.net.

Summer Beer is Here: Free Tasting #1 7/29/13

Summer Beer is Here: Free Tasting #1
summerbeerMonday, 7/29/13, 6pm
Barracuda Bar & Grill
3035 Fuller St
Miami, Florida 33133-5819

Over here at Grovetoberfest HQ summer is quite a special time. It’s the time of the year when we get to visit other festivals, try new beers, and most importantly, get ready for Grovetoberfest. Yes, we realize Grovetoberfest is in October and summer starts in May, but we have lots to do around here to get ready. For example, we just polished up the Free Tasting Series schedule. It’s not easy picking 7 deserving locations to host our free beer tastings. We also have to come up with interesting themes and write-ups – well, like this one. In addition, our crack graphics team has to pick just the right photo or take the right photo for each tasting. It’s a thankless job and our boss is no picnic. For example, the photo for our first tasting “Summer Beer is Here” had to be taken on-location. We just couldn’t find any stock images that said “summer” and “craft beer.” So our team loaded up the boat and headed to Bimini to take a few rounds of photos just to come up with one good one. As we’ve said before, it’s a thankless job. We chugged along and did our duty in order to deliver the perfect shot for the tasting. Above is the result.

Summer beers are always a favorite, especially in Miami where it feels like summer for 10 months of the year. A former friend of ours used to call these dog days “butt tickle hot.” He meant that it was so hot, that sweat would drip down his back, down his plumber’s crack, and make him tickle. Vivid, but nasty visual. That’s why he’s our “former friend.”

We promise no butt tickling and plenty of great summer beers as we kick off the Grovetoberfest Free Tasting Series at Barracuda Bar & Grill in the Grove. Join us Monday July 29 from 6pm to 8pm. Be sure to get there at 6pm because we only have slots for the first 50 people who come through the door.

Cirque du Soleil’s Quidam Comes to Miami

Cirque du Soleil is a company that has been around for many years entertaining and enamoring an array of diverse crowds and cultures around the world. I have had the privilege to dig seriously into the mesmerizing world of these romantic, comedic, dramatic and poetically-mastered acrobatic stories that have touched the hearts and lives of many. In the search for some answers, I have come across the most fascinating facts, and have compiled a few pieces of information about the shows and the history of Cirque du Soleil.

An interview with Cirque du Soleil’s spokesperson:

Tell us a little bit about how a show is born…what are the first pieces of inspired thoughts, and the actions taken thereafter to put those pieces together to make those ideas come to life?  
First comes the creative spark in the genius mind of the Director of Creation. It could be an image, a song, a feeling… anything! A team, including the World’s top Creators in each field, is then put together to bring these ideas to life.  

How is then a program arranged or coordinated along with all the logistics? 
The Creation process of a Cirque du Soleil show averages 13 months! During that time a lot happens simultaneously; creation, casting, production, rehearsals. So much happens that it is hard to describe. I would say the best way to experience it is to watch the Emmy Award winning series “Fire Within” following the creation of Cirque du Soleil VAREKAI.

Besides the performers, how many other people are involved in the production/behind-the-scenes to put on a Cirque du Soleil show? 
On Quidam we have 45 performers coming from 20 different countries and 45 crew members. Show technicians, cooks, sport medicine therapists, truck drivers, accountants…altogether the Quidam family requires 90 people from 25 countries to make the magic happen.  

What inspired this upcoming show, Quidam, in particular?  
Franco Dragone had spearheaded several Cirque du Soleil productions and wanted to explore a new dimension; real life, real characters, real emotions. This time around Cirque du Soleil brings you into the imaginary world of a little girl, Zoé.

What is the intention, not just with Quidam, but with all the previous, current and future stories performed by Cirque du Soleil…is it more entertaining, or is intention more towards connecting with the audience at an emotional level?
Cirque du Soleil is dedicated to the creation, production and performance of artistic works whose mission is to invoke the imagination, provoke the senses and evoke the emotions of people around the world.

What can we expect from this show that could, perhaps, be different from all the other shows we have seen to date?
Quidam is a beautiful, emotional haunting production. Instead of putting on stage fantastical creatures, Quidam visits a world where eccentric characters take the shape of humans with real life concerns and emotions.

Would you like to share something in particular about the main character of this story, or about the storyline of Quidam?
The great thing with Quidam is, it is very theatrical but the storyline is not force-fed to the audience, therefore you might be sitting next to a person that sees a completely different meaning behind the imagery of Quidam depending on their own life story. I always love to eardrop on conversation as the crown leaves the show – you hear the best show reviews and interpretations!

Cirque du Soleil Facts & Statistics 

  • Cirque du Soleil began with 20 street performers in 1984
  • The company has over 5,000 employees, including 1,300 artists
  • More than 100 types of occupations can be found at Cirque du Soleil
  • The average age of its employees is 37
  • The company’s employees and artists represent close to 50 nationalities

Cirque du Soleil – Quidam Show Schedule – July 31 – August 4

•             Wednesday, July 31 at 7:30 p.m.

•             Thursday, August 1 at 7:30 p.m.

•             Friday, August 2 at 3:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.

•             Saturday, August 3 at 11:30 a.m., 3:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.

•             Sunday, August 4 at 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.

Ticket Information

•             Adults: From $40 to $80

•             Children (12 & under): From $32 to $65

•             Military, Seniors & Students: From $36 to $67.50

Tickets for the general public are available online at www.cirquedusoleil.com/quidam or by calling 1-800-745-3000.

 

 

Osun’s Village Miami Nigerian Osun Festival 7/30/13

Osun’s Village Miami Nigerian Osun Festival
Tuesday, 07/30/2013 – 07/30/2013 05:00 pm – 07:00 pm
osun-1MIAMI RIVER
180 NW South River Dr
Miami, FL
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Cost: FREE

Ore Yeye Osun!
Join us at the Miami River on Tuesday July 3oth, as we Celebrate our upcoming “SACRED JOURNEY” to Nigeria, for the August 23, 2013 World Osun Osogbo Festival and Pay Homage to the Goddess of the River. Osun Osogbo is the site of the Main Shrine to Osun, the River Goddess, whom traditionalists from many cultures in The Diaspora pay homage to.
Oshun, or Ochun (pronounced [ɔʃún]) in the Yoruba religion, is an Orisha who reigns over love, intimacy, beauty, wealth and diplomacy. She is worshiped also in Brazilian Candomblé Ketu, with the name spelled Oxum. She should not be confused, however, with a different Orisha of a similar name spelled “Osun,” who is the protector of the Ori, or our heads and inner souls. ochun relates mostly to woman but also man.

Attributes: The number 5, the color yellow, gold, metal brass, peacock feathers, mirrors, honey,
Patronage: love, marriage, maternity, beauty, rivers

Ọṣhun is beneficent, generous and very kind. She does, however, have a horrific temper, one which she seldom ever loses. When she does, it causes untold destruction. Oshun is said to have gone to a drum festival one day and to have fallen in love with the king-dancer Shango, god of lightning & thunder. Since that day, Shango has been married to Oba, Oya, and Oshun, though Oshun is said to be considered his principal wife.

All forms of socio-cultural developments have some attributes of celebration and thanksgiving to the Almighty Spiritual Force. Festivals are therefore regarded as important socio-cultural means of supplications to the Supreme Being, at most times through intermediaries according to different individual’s belief. Consequently, the month of August of every year has become a unique month among the people of Osogboland. It is the month of celebration, traditional cleansing of the city and cultural reunion of the people with their ancestors and founders of the Osogbo Kingdom. The celebration of Osun Osogbo Festival is a period of stocktaking and assemblage of all sons and daughters of Osogboland and most especially Yoruba speaking people both in Nigeria and Diaspora.

The origin of the Festival according to historical records can be described as an account of the legendary encounter between the early settlers / founders of Osogbo with the Osun Osogbo deity. In about 1370AD the founder of Osogbo, Oba Gbadewolu Larooye and the great hunter Olutimehin settled in the sacred Osun forest to establish the kingdom and actualized a pact of association and togetherness with the River Osun deity. Since then Osogbo has remained peaceful, progressive and benevolent city without any ravage of war or pestilence. This pact of association, which is rekindled every year in the month of august, is the foundation of a cultural fiesta that has catapulted itself into world recognition as one of the largest tourist attraction in Nigeria.

The cultural celebration tagged Osun Osogbo Festival has a two-week programmed of events starting with the spiritual cleansing of the town. This is generally known as Ìwòpòpò, followed by Olójúmérìndínlógún which is the lightening of the centuries old 16-points lamp three days later. Ìboríadé – the assemblage of all the crowns of past rulers (Ataojas) for blessings follows some four days later. The Festival’s Grand Finale showcases the cultural procession of the people to the Osun Grove.

Essentially, these activities with other associated onea are to springboard cultural tourism development in Osun state and generally in Nigeria. Despite the influence of western civilization, education and religion, the Festival has to a very large extent manifested its originality, authenticity and acceptability among nations worldwide. The Osun Grove was enlisted officially as a World Heritage Site by United Nations Education, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) in Durban, South Africa to the joy of the people and the government of Federal Republic of Nigeria in July 2005.

Corporate sponsorship and individual’s identification with any of the festival events will therefore be a rare opportunity to advance corporate relations, products and services patronage with the fulfillment of discharging corporate social responsibilities and national obligations to the Osogbo community, the Government and people of Nigeria.

Michimu’s 10th Brirthday Celebration 9/7/13

Michimu’s 10th Brirthday Celebration
Saturday, 09/07/2013 – 10:00 am – 06:00 pm
Miami Children’s Museum
980 MacArthur Causeway,
miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link
Cost: $10 for Miami Dade Residents

Michimu’s 10th Birthday Celebration!
Saturday, September 7th
10:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Celebrate MCM’s 10th birthday on our Watson Island home! Join us for our biggest birthday party yet and a full day of fun birthday games, activities, surprises and lots of cake all based on the number 10! In honor of our birthday, during the month of September, admission for Miami Dade residents will be at a reduced price of $10!
To learn more, please call 305.373.KIDS (5437) or visit www.miamichildrensmuseum.org
Miami Children’s Museum is located at 980 MacArthur Causeway, Miami FL 33132

Miami Foundation presents Our Miami Project Launch 7/31/13

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Our Miami Project Launch
Wednesday, 07/31/2013 – 06:00 pm – 08:00 pm
Our-MiamiThe Stage Miami
170 NE 38th Street ,
Miami, Florida 33137
RSVP Link
Facebook Link
#ourmiami

Come and learn about the new Public Space Challenge and how it is a part of the Our Miami initiative, which is shaping Miami’s future by working to retain young talent in Miami.

RSVP by July 30 at miamifoundation.org/ourmiamirsvp and receive a complimentary cocktail and entry.

The Miami Foundation will host up-and-coming young talent, local change-agents and engaged Miamians at their kickoff event for two new projects: the Public Space Challenge and a talent retention project. The reception will take place on Wednesday, July 31, 6 – 8 p.m. at The Stage Miami, located in the heart of the Design District at 170 NE 38th Street Miami, FL 33137. Entry is complimentary with RSVP and open to the public. Attendees may RSVP at miamifoundation.org/ourmiamirsvp and connect with other attendees on Facebook.

Both programs are part of the Foundation’s Our Miami initiative, which fosters community by building attachment to the city, developing public spaces and retaining young talent in Miami.

“Our Miami uses research from our Soul of the Community Study that clearly shows attracting and retaining young, talented and creative people in Greater Miami will grow the economy faster than other more traditional measures of economic development,” said Javier Alberto Soto, president and CEO of The Miami Foundation. “The initiative’s programs are excellent opportunities for anyone who is passionate about building a greater Miami and want to get involved in making it happen.”

The Miami Foundation developed a county-wide challenge to uncover the best ideas for creating and improving local public spaces: parks, libraries, public buildings, markets, plazas, playgrounds or any place where people can convene and connect. Ideas can be submitted from anyone, including individuals, groups, for-profit companies and nonprofit organizations. Community experts and professional placemakers will identify the top ideas; The Miami Foundation will invest $100,000 to make the ideas become reality.

In addition to the Public Space Challenge, the foundation will also launch a talent retention project and Web survey. The online tool measures an individual’s “attachment” to Greater Miami and provides the participant suggestions about how to become more engaged where they live. Results will be made available to community stakeholders to help guide talent retention efforts. The tool is based on research from a Georgetown University study and has been instrumental in reducing year-over-year employee turnover at Fortune 50 companies.

“Miami has the eighth-highest percentage of college students per capita in the U.S. and one of the highest flight rates of those students once they graduate,” continued Soto. “It is incumbent on us to develop, attract and retain the best and brightest here in Miami – our future depends on it.”

ourmiamibannerAbout The Miami Foundation: Established in 1967, The Miami Foundation has helped hundreds of people create powerful legacies by establishing custom, charitable Funds. More than $150 million in grants and scholarships has been awarded in the Foundation’s history. Today, the Foundation stewards more than $160 million in charitable assets. Through its Our Miami initiative, the Foundation positions Miami as a premier place for young talent to live, work, connect and engage. Visit miamifoundation.org and ourmiami.org for more information.

MANO Fine Art presents “Summer Crush” – A Reception with the Artist 7/20/13

MANO Fine Art presents “Summer Crush” – A Reception with the Artist
Saturday, 07/20/2013 – 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Summer-Crush-II-with-text_edited-2MANO Fine Art Project Space
4225 SW 75 Ave (2nd Flr),
Miami, Florida 33155
Facebook Link
Cost: Free

As much a part of summer as baseball and watermelon is MANO’s new exhibit “Summer Crush”, poking at the inner child in all of us reminding us that it’s not just that extra hour of daylight that makes summer so great.

The exhibit integrates many of the elements and mediums that the artist has engaged with over the last several years. In Summer Crush, MANO’s beach-goers evoke a sense of nostalgia and memories of more innocent times when White Castle burgers, hot mustangs, and cruising the board walk were the essentials for a perfect summer or was it a summer crush that made everything seem perfect. it’s also the memory of White Castle burgers, hot mustangs, cruising the board walk or maybe it was a summer crush that made everything seem perfect.

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

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

Bird Road Art Walk:
MANO Fine Art is one of the founding members of the Bird Road Art Walk. In 2011, Miami New Times ranked the Bird Road Art Walk as Miami’s Best Art Walk. Since then the Bird Road Art Walk has continued to growing. Visitors to the area will find a thriving community of artists who open their studios and alternative spaces to the public. On the third Saturday of every month we invite the art-loving public to join us from 7:00 pm -10:00 pm, for an evening of art, culture and the opportunity to go behind-the-scenes and meet the artists in their own studios which are normally only open by appointment.

The Art Walk takes place just east of the Palmetto Expressway’s 40th Street Exit and just south of 40th Street (also known as “Bird Road”). Primarily on SW 75 Ave & SW 74 Ave. Enjoy ample free parking, a complimentary shuttle service and start your Art Walk at any of the participating studios. Click on link for listing: http://www.thebirdroadartdistrict.com/Bird-Road-Art-Walk.html

Bird Road Art Walk 7/20/13

Bird Road Art Walk – July 20th (& every 3rd Saturday)
Saturday, 07/20/2013 – 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
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The Bird Road Art District is conveniently located just off of the Palmetto Expressway (SR 826) and Bird Road (SW 40th Street). The majority of the studios are located off of SW 75 Ave & SW 74 Ave.,
Miami, Florida 33155
Facebook Link
Cost: Free

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Join us on Saturday July 20th for the Summer edition of the Bird Road Art Walk.

In 2011, Miami New Times ranked The Bird Road Art Walk as Miami’s Best Art Walk. Since then the Bird Road Art Walk has continued growing and has gotten even better. Visitors to the area will find a thriving community of artists who open their studios, alternative and creative spaces to the public every third Saturday.

We invite the art-loving public to join us for an evening of art and the opportunity to go behind the scenes and meet the artists in their own studios which normally are only open by appointment.

The Art Walk takes place just east of the Palmetto Expressway’s 40th Street Exit and just south of 40th Street (also known as “Bird Road”).

Enjoy ample free parking, a complimentary shuttle service and start your Art Walk at any of the participating studios. Click on link for listing: http://www.thebirdroadartdistrict.com/Bird-Road-Art-Walk.html
Photo Artist:

Peace Love Mural by Miami-based artist, Chris Riggs for the Bird Road Art District. You can see Riggs’ mural located off of the parking lot in the complex of warehouses located at 4229 SW 75 Ave.
About the Bird Road Art Walk:

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

Since the 1980s, the Bird Road Art Districts’ slanted warehouses, antique stores and overall industrial vibe have provided a haven for artists. Today visitors will find a thriving community of more than 40 artists and an up and coming art scene, featuring a broad range of contemporary, emerging and established artists working in a variety of mediums.
Stay Connected with the Bird Road Art District:

Call: 305.467.6819

Web: http://www.thebirdroadartdistrict.com/

Facebook:Bird Road Art District

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Homeless and Needy To Celebrate Christmas in July 7/25/13

Homeless and Needy To Celebrate “Christmas in July”
Thursday, July 25th 10AM-1PM
Miami Rescue Mission
2020 NW 1st Avenue Miami, FL 33127 (Street closed on 1st Avenue from 20th the 21st)
Broward Outreach Center Hollywood
2056 Scott Street Hollywood, FL 33020 (Portion of Scott street closed near Dixie Highway)
Broward Outreach Center Pompano
1700 Blount Road Pompano Beach, FL 33069 (Outside in the Inner Courtyard of BOC)
www.browardoutreachcenter.com
www.miamirescuemission.com

Over 2,000 Homeless and Needy will celebrate “Christmas in July” with the Miami Rescue Mission / Broward Outreach Centers – Miami, Hollywood, and Pompano Beach.

On Thursday, July 25th, the Miami Rescue Mission | Broward Outreach Centers will hold their annual Christmas in July Outreach for the homeless and hungry families of South Florida featuring a Career Fair along with food, entertainment, gifts, and sneakers for boys and girls. Our corporate sponsor for the event is AmTrust Bank. Scott Evans of Scott Evans Productions will provide music and entertainment for the Hollywood Campus. Over 500 volunteers will help with the celebrations.

Annual “Christmas in July” celebration to at the Miami, Hollywood, and Pompano Centers. The celebration will include showers, free haircuts, clothing, hygiene give-a-ways to all adults, brand new sneakers for over 500 children in attendance, a delicious “picnic” with all the trimmings, and live entertainment including local music such as Scott Evans Productions for our Hollywood Center.

Career Fair Participating Agencies: Goodwill Industries, Transition, Inc., Legal Services of Greater Miami, Inc., South Fl Workforce Mobile Unit, Safelink, Delaware North, South Fl. Workforce of Broward.

A ‘Children’s Corner’ will include many activities. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be at each Center.

Miami Rescue Mission | Broward Outreach Centers President, Rev. Ronald Brummitt states, “Our goal is to see the homeless become “independent and successful” citizens in our communities. That’s why we have this tremendous outreach each year. We combine the gift-giving and celebration of Christmas with the Independence Celebration of July to encourage our homeless and needy to seek help or come into one of our life changing programs. It’s all about transforming their lives. It is also a time to encourage our residents.”

Cannonball Studio Caravan 7/27/13

Cannonball Studio Caravan
Studio Caravan Image draft 2You are invited to tour Miami’s hottest Artist Studios
Saturday, July 27, 2013, 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM

FREE for members of The Foundry
Starting location and route will be provided with RSVP to splash@cannonballmiami.org or 786-347-2360. Please RSVP by 5:00 PM on July 26.

Miami’s most recognized contemporary artists open their studio doors to show us their latest works. Guests will learn about the artists’ creative processes, discuss the ideas and research sources behind their work, and get a sneak peek of works in-progress. The day’s caravan includes lunch and will conclude with free drinks at the new, artist-run gallery Guccivuitton.
Featured Artists:

Gean Moreno, Gavin Perry, Beatriz Monteavaro, Pepe Mar, Agustina Woodgate, Emmett Moore, and Aramis Gutierrez
Transportation is not provided, carpooling is recommended.

This event is FREE and expressly designed for The Foundry, Cannonball’s patrons group consisting of dedicated members at the Swimmer level or above. Be a part of our IQ-raising events by becoming a member of Cannonball today.
To become a member, click HERE.  

On the Road to the 30th Miami Book Fair International 9/12/13

On the Road to the 30th Miami Book Fair International
Saturday, 10/12/2013 – 03:00 pm –
2013savethedate-mbfi-front8Koubek Center
2705 SW Third St. ,
2705 SW Third St. Miami, Florida 33135
Webpage Link
Cost: free and open to the public

Cuatrogatos Foundation presents “El Carnaval de los Animales Mitologicos” – this is a family activity with story times and creativity exercises. Presentation will be held in Spanish.

On the Road to the 30th Miami Book Fair International 10/16/13

On the Road to the 30th Miami Book Fair International
Wednesday, 10/16/2013 – 07:00 pm –
2013savethedate-mbfi-front9Koubek Center
2705 SW Third St. ,
2705 SW Third St. Miami, Florida 33135
Webpage Link
Cost: free and open to the public

Narciso Hidalgo presents “Choteo. Irreverencia y Humor en la Cultura Cubana.” Erasmo Padilla presents “Tengo un Filin.” Presentation will be held in Spanish.

On the Road to the 30th Miami Book Fair International 10/23/13

On the Road to the 30th Miami Book Fair International
Wednesday, 10/23/2013 – 07:00 pm –
2013savethedate-mbfi-front10Koubek Center
2705 SW Third St. ,
2705 SW Third St. Miami, Florida 33135
Webpage Link
Cost: free and open to the public

Panel on “Dictatorships of the XXI Century” organized by the Instituto Interamericano para la Democracia. With Osvaldo Hurtado (Ecuador), Asdrúbal Aguiar (Venezuela), Carlos Sánchez Berzain (Bolivia) and Eduardo Enriquez (Nicaragua). Moderated by: Guillermo Lousteau. Presentation will be held in Spanish.

NHSSF Homeownership Fair 8/10/13

NHSSF Homeownership Fair
Saturday, 08/10/2013 – 10:00 am – 02:00 am
NHSSF-logo_JPGJoseph Caleb Center
5400 NW 22 Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33142
Webpage Link
Cost: FREE

Yes, you can own your own home! Find out how at Neighborhood Housing Services of South Florida’s Homeownership Fair. You’ll learn about down payment and closing cost assistance programs, how to obtain the best loan program, and properties available for sale! FREE vendor fair and workshops from counseling agencies, lenders, realtors, HUD, builders, and more. Start on the path to homeownership today!

Fashion + Beauty Fix 7/25/13

Fashion + Beauty Fix
Thursday, 07/25/2013 – 07/25/2013 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Fashion-+-Beauty-Fix-InviteHoxton Urban Beach House
1111 SW 1st Ave,
Miami, Florida 33130
RSVP Link
Cost: Free

Fashion + Beauty Fix is launching their series of events at Hoxton Urban Beach House.
The evening will be hosted by Nina Cortes, Project Accessory star, who will share her secrets of the industry.

Fashion + Beauty Fix starts off the first of many Thursday Ladies Nights at Hoxton Urban Beach House, and it sure won’t disappoint the ladies. Guests will enjoy fashion presentations, a mixology class and cocktails provided by Little Black Dress Vodka, manicures by celebrity manicurist Ingrid Burke, massages and make up makeovers by Melanie Rodriguez.

Ladies will also have a chance to shop their favorite brands: Modish Mint, Modish Mint Plus, Beads and Trends, Rebi’s Closet, Nina Cortes Jewlery, Bekora, Shibue Couture, Tatinis Bikinis & many more.

RSVP: http://fashionandbeautyfix.eventbrite.com or rsvp@identitymediaco.com

Hashtag: #fashionbeautyfix

FIU CARTA Hosts “Reverse Psychology” 7/18/13-7/20/13

FIU CARTA Hosts “Reverse Psychology”
Thursday, 07/18/2013 – 07/20/2013 08:00 pm –
Herbert and Nicole Wertheim Performing Arts Center, Black Box Theatre
10910 SW 17th St,
Miami, Florida 33166
Buy Tickets Link
Cost: $10.00

All performances 8:00PM.

Location: Herbert and Nicole Wertheim Performing Arts Center, Black Box Theatre | Modesto A. Maidique Campus | 10910 SW 17th St., Miami, FL 33199

Tickets: Available at door – $10, Cash or Check only, no advance sales.
*Alumni Showcase and Special Alumni Reunion Shows are fundraisers for FIU Theatre Student Scholarships, with a suggested donation at the door.

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

FIU CARTA Hosts “A Thousand Words” 7/25/13-7/27/13

FIU CARTA Hosts “A Thousand Words”
Thursday, 07/25/2013 – 07/27/2013 08:00 pm –
Herbert and Nicole Wertheim Performing Arts Center, Black Box Theatre
10910 SW 17th St.,
Miami, Florida 33166
Buy Tickets Link
Cost: $10.00

All performances 8:00PM.

Location: Herbert and Nicole Wertheim Performing Arts Center, Black Box Theatre | Modesto A. Maidique Campus | 10910 SW 17th St., Miami, FL 33199

Tickets: Available at door – $10, Cash or Check only, no advance sales.
*Alumni Showcase and Special Alumni Reunion Shows are fundraisers for FIU Theatre Student Scholarships, with a suggested donation at the door.

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

Guest Chef Brings Regional Colombian Cuisine to Miami

Colombian chef, Rafael Suarez, arrived to Miami from Bogota, Colombia to present some of his favorite dishes during his one week official and exclusive visit as guest chef at the InterContinental’s Armillary Grill Restaurant, where he will prepare delectable specialties from various regions of Colombia.

 The event will take place during the week of July 15th and finalize with a decadent Sunday brunch on July 21st in honor of Colombia’s Independence Day celebration.

 Chef Suarez has over 13 years of experience in the hospitality industry and is currently the Executive Chef at JW Marriott in Bogota, Colombia. 

 Soul of Miami scooped up an interview with the gastronomical expert to learn more about his scrumptious creations.

 The interview is in its original language below.

2013 – (Doral, Florida) – Interview:

Chef Rafael Suarez, it’s a pleasure meeting you. Tell us a little bit about the menu and some of the dishes we can expect to find during the event, which will be offered as a buffet during the week, a dinner on Saturday and a brunch on Sunday.

The menu is typical, encompassing the vast majority of dishes throughout Colombia. It will be served as a buffet every night, Saturday will be a set menu served with the same concept of touring much of the cuisine throughout Colombia, and for brunch, a typical breakfast serving bread soup, beans, broth and Colombian-style stew.

What inspired you to create this menu specifically?

The wide range of products from Colombia, and the fact that many Colombians live in Miami, which is the reason why the cuisine is known but not varied.
 
What Colombian traditions are incorporated in the menu?

Pork from Tolima, Stew from Huila, Stew from the coast, fish from Tumaco and other homemade-style dishes.

What impression do you wish to leave on those who will be trying your creations? And what do you expect your guests to learn about your customs and Colombian regional cuisine?

I want them to be gastronomically satisfied, leaving the restaurant happy and filled with memories and new flavors. They can learn to combine the products that are available in the local Miami markets in their everyday cooking, as everything that I am using is from here, I have not brought anything from Colombia.

I know you use a healthy approach and typical fresh ingredients from various regions of Colombia, and I know, too, that you specialize in kosher food. Is there any reason why kosher food has caught your attention?

The freshness of fruits and vegetables led me to investigate the subject of kosher cooking mainly for the great deal of demand there is for kosher meals. Additionally, the market is growing in Colombia and very few options are offered to patrons, even though oftentimes they look for typical dishes from their regions, at JW Marriott in Bogota we have been able to achieve a great deal of satisfaction from our guests with our Colombian cuisine where we combine flavors that have allowed us to be leaders in the market already for two years.

Have you been able to incorporate, in some way, the concept kosher food into some of the dishes of your recent culinary creation?

Yes, the secret is in the care and love that is placed into preparing the dishes, one speaks of kosher and some may see it as something terrible, Rabbi Kitchen Cleaning Supervisor!! But knowing and applying all this in real life is simple. It has a lot to do with care, food hygiene and health.

Having worked for large international hotel chains, do you think that this may have influenced you to create new and exciting culinary combinations with flavors and ingredients from other countries?

One always worries about having a special international menu, but when I travel I do not want to eat what I eat every day. I want to try new flavors so I ventured to create dishes where the flavor is branded COLOMBIA, but where the presentation and components are of the highest standard, with rich flavor, color and, above all, healthy. In Colombia we really like fatty meals but that we are changing that.

Would you say that this has made you deviate, in a good way, from your Colombian traditions to create a more extensive menu?

It’s not so much that I deviate, is more about changing service concepts without changing the history of a dish, i.e. I cannot make an egg arepa with corn flour and cooked quail egg, I do it with corn flour, whole egg but I incorporate shrimp, fish, turkey, chicken to make it lighter but just as rich.
 
Thank you very much again for your time. It’s a pleasure to meet you.

Spanish Version

Chef Rafael Suarez, es un placer, para mí, poder hacerle esta entrevista: Cuéntenos un poquito acerca del menú y sobre algunos de los platos que podemos esperar encontrar durante el evento, que se ofrecerá en el buffet de la semana, la cena del sábado y el brunch del domingo.

El menú será típico recorriendo la gran mayoría de cocinas de Colombia, bufete todas las noches, el sábado será un menú servido con la misma temática de recorrer gran parte de la gastronomía Colombiana, y en el brunch, desayuno típico con calentado, sopa de pan, frijoles, caldo y asado estilo colombiano.

¿Qué lo inspiró a crear este menú específicamente?

La gran oferta de productos de Colombia, y el hecho de que en Miami viven varios colombianos por lo que la gastronomía es conocida pero no variada.

¿Qué tradiciones colombianas ha incorporado en el menú?

Lechona del Tolima, Asado Huilense del Huila, Sancocho Trifásico de la costa, Tapado de pescado del Tumaco y otras muy caseras.

¿Qué impresión espera que se lleve la gente de sus creaciones? Y, ¿Qué espera que aprendan sus comensales acerca de las costumbres y de la cocina regional colombiana?

Que salgan satisfechos gastronómicamente del restaurante y con una felicidad llena de recuerdos y nuevos sabores, y que ellos aprendan a conjugar los productos que se consiguen en los mercados de Miami en su cocina diaria ya que todo es de allá, yo no llevo nada de Colombia.

Sé que utiliza un enfoque saludable con ingredientes frescos y típicos de varias regiones de Colombia, y sé, también, que se especializa en comida kosher.  ¿Hay alguna razón por la cual la comida kosher le ha llamado la atención?

Si la frescura de las frutas y vegetales me llevó a indagar el tema kosher por la gran carta que ellos solicitan. Adicionalmente el mercado está creciendo en Colombia y las opciones son muy pocas para ellos, aunque son regionalistas y solo buscan cocina de sus regiones, hemos logrado en JW Marriott Bogotá que con la cocina Colombiana se encuentren muy contentos, y combinamos sabores que han permitido ser líderes en el mercado ya por dos años.

¿Ha podido, de alguna manera, incorporar el concepto kosher para preparar algunos de los platos que forma parte de su creación gastronómica?

Si. El tema está en el cuidado y en el amor que se coloca a las preparaciones. Uno habla de kosher y ve eso como algo terrible, Rabino Supervisor Limpieza de cocinas!!!! Pero ya conociendo y aplicando todo en la vida real, es sencillo y solo es de mucho cuidado, mucha higiene y mucho tema de salud.

Habiendo trabajado para grandes cadenas internacionales de hoteles, ¿cree usted que esto le haya influenciado a crear nuevas e interesantes combinaciones gastronómicas con sabores e ingredientes de otros países?

Me colaboro demasiado al ver que siempre uno se preocupa por tener una carta o un menú especial para ellos INTERNACIONAL. Pero yo cuando viajo no quiero comer lo que como todos los días, quiero probar nuevos sabores; por eso me arriesgué a crear platos donde el sabor es marcado COLOMBIA pero su presentación y componentes son de cocina de alto nivel con sabor, color y sobretodo saludable. En Colombia nos gusta mucho la comida rica en grasa pero esto lo estamos cambiando.

 ¿Le ha hecho esto desviarse, de buena forma, de sus raíces tradicionales colombianas para crear un menú más extenso y universal?

 No es tanto desviarme, es cambiar conceptos de servicio sin ir a cambiar la historia de un plato. Es decir no puedo hacer una arepa de huevo con harina de choclo y huevo de codorniz cocido, la hago con harina de maíz y huevo entero, pero le incorporamos camarones, pescado, pavo y pollo para que sea más liviana pero igual de rica.

 Muchas gracias, nuevamente, por su tiempo. Es un placer conocerlo.

Labor Days DVD Release Showcase

By Ari Kane

The stars of the award-winning web series “Labor Days” performed in a special comedy showcase celebrating the “Labor Days – Season One” DVD release.  “Labor Days” features some of South Florida’s funniest comedians and we saw them live at the Miami Improv for a special ONE NIGHT ONLY comedy showcase! We will highlight some of our favorite performers.

Lisa Corrao joked about how she recently moved back in to her parents house and now envies the homeless for their dignity. She also compared her vagina to a boat because some people are only friends with her because she has one and it requires thousands of dollars of maintenance and is only used like once a month.

Kirk Meadows who sounds like Mike Tyson’s adorable gay cousin, killed it too. He joked about how he calls his daughter “Misty” because she was a mistake and his daughter calls him “Pop” because that is what happened to the condom. He also joked about how McDonald’s gives their employees one premium parking spot to share but, on a McDonald’s salary, nobody can afford a car.

Lando Leyba was also superb telling a hilarious story about being pulled over by a bicycle cop and was afraid that if he got arrested he would have to ride the handle bars into the station. He also discussed how he got a BJ coupon from his wife for his birthday and how some fools wait, but he cashed that shit in right away.

Our friend, Forrest Shaw was poignantly funny (as usual) discussing how it would be great if the TV shows “Intervention” and “Hoarders” were combined so a crack head would move into a hoarder’s place and clean that travesty of a mess out in a couple weeks. Lets put our resourceful Crackheads to good use.

The show was a riotous laugh and we can’t wait to see all of these guys (and Lisa) again. Good Luck in La-La-Land Forrest.  Just remember, no matter what the casting guy tells you, you do not have to toss salad to land a gig.

Featuring:
John Wynn (StandupNBC.com, Official Miami Dolphins Comedian)

Courtesy of Miami Improv
Courtesy of Miami Improv

Forrest Shaw (Ultimate Miami Comedian, Comedy Central)

Courtesy of Forrest Shaw
Courtesy of Forrest Shaw

Lisa Corrao (Talk Soup, Nick Mom)

Lisa Corrao
Courtesty of Miami Improv

Lando Leyba (2012 Florida’s Funniest Comedian)

Courtesy of Lando Leyba
Courtesy of Lando Leyba

“Brother Freddy” Stebbins (Travel Channel, Universal Studios)

Freddy Stebbins
Courtesy of Miami Improv

Kirk Meadows (Walgreen’s)

Courtesty of Kirk Meadows
Courtesy of Kirk Meadows

 

“Labor Days” has been featured in The Huffington Post, Miami New Times, and the Sun-Sentinel, and most recently won top honors for “Best Achievement in Comedy”, “Best Ensemble Cast”, “Best Comedy Writing”, and “Best Actor – Forrest Shaw” at the 2013 Los Angeles Web Fest.  This was also Forrest Shaw’s final Florida performance before moving to Los Angeles!

 

About Labor Days

labor-daysLabor Days is a comedy series that follows the misadventures of the worst day labor crew in town.  In a stroke of monumental bad luck (usually reserved for tv shows), John loses his job, his fiancee’, and his car.  Depressed and desperate for money, he decides to join a day labor crew. John soon discovers that working with this wacky crew is far from normal as they tackle the whims of crazy and demanding clients. From cleaning up after a hoarder to sewing campaign t-shirts for an anti-immigration politician, these goofballs will do anything for a buck.  This crew is chasing the American Dream one day job at a time.

Labor Days recently screened at the Independent Film Quarterly film festival in Los Angeles and was also accepted into the 2013 Hollyweb Festival.

Labor Days is created by John Wynn and written by Wynn and Forrest Shaw. The series stars John Wynn, Forrest Shaw, Kirk Meadows, Orlando Leyba, and Lisa Corrao.

Labor Days recently won awards at the 2013 LA Webfest for Outstanding Achievements – Comedy Writing and Comedy Web Series.

Check out some of the episodes at LaborDays.tv

FIU CARTA Hosts “Glengarry Glen Ross” 8/8/13-8/10/13

FIU CARTA Hosts “Glengarry Glen Ross”
Thursday, 08/08/2013 – 08/10/2013 08:00 pm –
Herbert and Nicole Wertheim Performing Arts Center, Black Box Theatre
10910 SW 17th St.,
Miami, Florida 33166
Buy Tickets Link
Cost: $10.00

All performances 8:00PM.

Location: Herbert and Nicole Wertheim Performing Arts Center, Black Box Theatre | Modesto A. Maidique Campus | 10910 SW 17th St., Miami, FL 33199

Tickets: Available at door – $10, Cash or Check only, no advance sales.
*Alumni Showcase and Special Alumni Reunion Shows are fundraisers for FIU Theatre Student Scholarships, with a suggested donation at the door.

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

Jungle Island celebrates 10th anniversary in Watson Island Park

Jungle Island celebrated in style with members of the community and elected officials on Thursday, June 27, 2013 in honor of the park’s 10th anniversary at its current location. Guests were treated to a beautiful cocktail reception and exciting animal show before Bern Levine, the park’s longtime owner, announced that Iconic Attractions Group will assume management responsibility for the park. John Dunlap, former Director of the San Diego Zoo and head of Iconic Attractions, will serve as president of Jungle Island.

Miracle Jeans Day 9/18/13

Miracle Jeans Day
MJDWednesday, September 18, 2013
Your office, school or anywhere else
miraclejeansday.com
 
The Miracle Jeans Day concept is simple. Individuals or groups can participate in Miracle Jeans Day by supporting Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals® with a minimum donation of just $5. In return, participants can choose from memorable Miracle Jeans Day merchandise to wear with their jeans on September 18, 2013. All funds raised go directly to Miami Children’s Hospital, your exclusive Children’s Miracle Network Hospital in Miami-Dade, Broward and Monroe counties. Go casual for kids by wearing jeans on September 18, 2013 or any day of your choosing! For more information, please visit  miraclejeansday.com or contact Maria Moldes at 786.268.1832 or  mmoldes@mchf.org.

Miracle Treat Day 8/8/13

Miracle Treat DayMiracle Treat Day
Thursday, August 8, 2013
Business hours
Participating South Florida Dairy Queen Locations
miracletreatday.com
 
Cool off with a refreshing Blizzard® Treat at Dairy Queen and a portion of the proceeds will be donated to your local Children’s Miracle Network Hospital. Visit Dairy Queen on Miracle Treat Day (August 8, 2013) and help children in need. One dollar or more from each Blizzard® Treat sold on Miracle Treat Day will benefit the children and families at Miami Children’s Hospital, your local Children’s Miracle Network Hospital. To find participating locations in Miami-Dade, Broward and Monroe counties, visit miracletreatday.com.

Free Workshop: Immigration Basics for Same Sex Couples 8/3/13

Free Workshop: Immigration Basics for Same Sex Couples
Saturday, 08/03/2013 – 03:00 pm – 05:00 pm
City Hall the Restaurant
2004 Biscayne Boulevard,
Miami, Florida 33137
Webpage Link
Cost: Free | Gratis
RSVP: info@unitycoalition.org

UC|CU Sponsors Free Community Workshops In Dade & Broward On Immigration Basics For Same-Sex Couples

As a result of the Supreme Courts overturning of DOMA (Defense of Marriage Act) which defined marriage being only between a man and a woman, president Obama has directed each Department Secretary and agency head to review all federal regulations in order to determine what benefits will affect, or “attach” to couples in marriage equality states vs. the non-marriage equality states. Some federal benefits attach according to state law. These issues, and many more on marriage, immigration rights and how they affect you, will be discussed in FREE COMMUNITY WORKSHOPS by our panel of Immigration, Law & Psychotherapy Experts in both Dade & Broward counties.

Unity Coalition|Coalicion Unida is the First & Only organization for the South Florida Latino|Hispanic|LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning) Community – advancing Equality since 2002.

Panelists: Sasha Westerman-Keuning, esq.; Luis Font, esq.; Michael Ray, esq.

All Info. Will Be Available In English & Spanish

Photographs of Florida Supercon on 7/5/13

Florida Supercon on Friday, July 5, 2013.  Wow this show just keeps growing and growing and getting better each year.  There were so many people in great costume, it just adds to the over all experience.  I just love watching the Florida Super Championship Wrestling, so much fun seeing different characters in the wrestling ring from Power Rangers to the Joker, so fun.  The Cupcake Burlesque show was awesome as always,these girls always do a fabulous show and this one was comic themed.

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Kindergarten Kick-Off at Miami Children’s Museum 8/4/13

Kindergarten Kick-Off at Miami Children’s Museum
Sunday, 08/04/2013 – 08/04/2013 10:00 am – 06:00 pm
Miami Children’s Museum
980 MacArthur Causeway,
miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link
Cost: General Admission: $16

Are you ready for Kindergarten? Join us as we help you and your children prepare for this important transition through playful practice and activities specifically designed to help everyone enjoy their first day of school! Highlights include practicing riding a school bus, before-school and at school procedures, exploring a real classroom, participating in circle time and more. Community partners will be hand to display their resources for parents and their children.

General Admission: $16, State of FL Residents: $12
Children 1 year and under: Complimentary
MCM Members: Complimentary

For more information, please call (305)373-KIDS (5437)

The Social Network Soiree 7/12/13

The Social Network Soiree
socialFriday, July 12, 10:00pm
Villa 221
221 NE 17th Street
Miami, Florida 33132
cover $20
For VIP Table Reservations, email:  RonGibbs1@me.com  or 305-323-3757
LuxEventsMiami@gmail.com

Social Society Miami & Miami Social Presents Casablanca Miami @ The Chateau
2013 40 Under 40 honorees are on the guest list

Join us for a private event and official after party and celebration at the chic Villa 221 mansion as Legacy Magazine unveils and recognizes its 2013 40 Under 40 Black Leaders of Today & Tomorrow. If you were at last year’s 40 Under 40 party, then you already know what to expect and more this time around.

Ladies…casablanca & summer chic
Fellas…super fresh & clean

Hosted By:
Social Society Miami
Fabiola Fleuranvil/Miami Social
Legacy Magazine 40 Under 40
South Florida Lawyers
The All New Jaguar F-Type

The Cuban Museum presents The Shortest Distance | La Distancia Más Corta Opening reception 7/10/13

The Cuban Museum presents The Shortest Distance | La Distancia Más Corta Opening reception
cubanmuseum07_08_13July 10, 2013, 7:00 p.m.
WDNA 88.9 FM Jazz Gallery
2921 Coral Way
Miami, FL 33145

Admission:  Free

The Shortest Distance | La Distancia Más Corta highlights the works of two exiled Cuban artists who have made their residence in Spain: Andrés Lacau (Madrid), and Pablo Leonardo Martínez (Barcelona). Both artists have exhibited extensively in the U.S., Europe, and Latin America, in both solo, and group exhibitions. Their work is also included in many private collections.

This exhibition was curated by Ileana Fuentes and Jesus Rosado, and was organized in collaboration with WDNA 88.9FM Jazz Radio. It is part of the Sweet Home: Museo Cubano project of the Cuban Museum, and is the first of several Sweet Home: Museo Cubano activities that will feature the work of visual, literary and performing Cuban émigré artists who live and work in Spain.

The show is FREE, and will be open to the public from July 10th through the 20th, at the WDNA 88.9 FM Jazz Gallery. WDNA Jazz Gallery hours are Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and Saturdays by appointment only.

Major funding for Sweet Home: Museo Cubano is provided by an Arts Challenge Grant from the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation. Additional funding provided by the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs, The Board of County Commissioners, Memorial Plan, Bank of America, WDNA 88.9 FM Jazz Radio, and individual contributions.

NETWERK Networking Event 7/20/13

NETWERK Networking Event
Saturday, 07/20/2013 – 06:00 pm – 09:00 pm
NETWERK-FLYER-0720The Showroom
7814 NE 4th Court,
Miami, Florida 33138
RSVP Link
Cost: 0.00

NikkiSiixx.com & 8and9 Clothing Line Presents

NETWERK

No Cover Free Show

A Networking Event for Upcoming Hip-Hop Artist to come network with Bloggers, Videographers, Musicians, DJs, Promoters, and Music Lovers.

Bring Material to hand out. Business Cards, CD’s, & Stickers. “Make An Impression, Meet Face To Face”

This event was brought to you by NETWERK Vol Eight which is a compilation mixtape series that NikkiSiixx.com puts together and gives an opportunity to 5 Talented Artist a chance to perform.
– Cashis Stone
– Chris Black
– Art Morera
– Frantz Mza
– Ebanga The Songstress

Host: Nikkisiixx
Music: Dj Tr3s
Giveaways – Dope Music and Company – Live Performances

Sponsored:
http://www.NikkiSiixx.com/
http://www.8and9.com/

The Children’s Trust Family Expo 8/24/13

The Children’s Trust Family Expo
Sunday, 08/24/2013 – 10:00 am – 06:00 pm
Miami-Dade County Fair & Exposition
10901 Coral Way ,
Miami, Florida 33165
Webpage Link
Cost: FREE

The Children’s Trust 2013 Family Expo, will host its seventh annual, FREE, all-day festival to provide parents with direct access to educational, health and social services, in a fun and festive atmosphere. Already the largest free event of its kind in our community, with record crowds exceeding 20,000 in previous years, more than 250 displays are featured in two exhibit halls showcasing information about after-school programs, vaccinations, programs for children with special needs, Pre-K registration, KidCare and much more. Each hall also offers two stages packed with entertainment and theatrical presentations of beloved children’s stories, face painting, balloon sculptures, stilt walkers, magicians, and character greetings, including Nickelodeon’s Dora, Diego, Ronald Mcdonald and Curious George. The Children’s Trust will also give away free gifts to the first 1,000 children.

Additional Event Highlights:
• “Five A Day, the Baptist Health Way”, Baptist Health will provide a fresh produce giveaway and a cooking demonstration.
• A Book Fair & Reading Area featuring the latest in children’s fiction as well as old classics.
• Read to Learn Book Club presented by the Miami-Dade Family Learning Partnership, offering discounted books for kids and enrollment in The Read to Learn Book Club.
• Read to Learn Stage featuring storytelling and performances of well-known children’s stories and books.
• Expo Greenhouse, led by teachers from The Education Fund’s “Plant a Thousand Gardens” Nutrition Initiative. Edible gardening workshops teach children how to grow their very own vegetable or herb plant. Each child who participates in the workshop will be able to take home their own seedling.
• Interactive, creepy-crawly bug adventure at the Wacky Wild Science Area.
• Family Pet Corner featuring a petting zoo with different animals.
• Chess tournaments by Stormont Kings.
• Experience Aviation’s Barrington Irving, the youngest person to pilot a plane around the world solo, provides aviation simulators for school-age children and youth.
• Indoor Sports Fun Zone T-ball and speed pitching practice presented by the Miami Marlins, as well as tennis and martial arts demonstrations.
• Outdoor Recreation Area showcasing rock climbing walls and elaborate bounce houses.

Burger Beast’s Frita Showdown 8/14/13

Burger Beast’s Frita Showdown
Wednesday, 08/14/2013 – 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
BBFritaShowdown-SmallSpPosterMagic City Casino
450 NW 37th Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost: $50

Burger Beast’s Frita Showdown is a competition to find the Best Frita Cubana in the World. 5 Frita Cubana Restaurants will square off: Cuban Guys, El Mago de las Fritas, El Rey de las Fritas, Luis Galindo’s Latin American & Sergio’s and our esteemed judges (Univision’s Ingrid Hoffman, Eating House’s Giorgio Rapicavoli, Bread + Butter Counter’s Alberto Cabrera & CREaM’s Randy Fisher) will choose a winner.

But that’s not all as what party is complete without Croquetas from Islas Canarias? We will also have Ice Cream from Azucar Ice Cream Company and Desserts from Latin American Bakery & Cafe. Thirsty? Materva and Jupiña are the “Official” Soft Drinks of the Frita Showdown.

The Frita Showdown is taking place on Wednesday August 14th from 7-10PM at Magic City Casino. The $50 all-inclusive tickets include a Frita Cubana from each restaurant plus Snacks & Desserts with complimentary Soft Drinks and Beer. Tickets for this Boutique Food Event will sell out quick.

South Florida Pageant Expo and Fashion Show 8/16/13

South Florida Pageant Expo and Fashion Show
Friday, 08/16/2013 – 06:00 pm – 10:00 pm
sfpageantexpobanner2Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel
7707 NW 103rd Street,
Miami, Florida 33016
Eventbrite Link
Cost: 10

The South Florida Pageant Expo is pageantry’s premier tradeshow convention. The South Florida Pageant Expo offers attendees a marketplace of diverse pageant resources and a perfect venue for exhibitors to showcase products and services to pageant fans of all systems. The Expo will also present a Fashion Show, Titleholder Parade, Hourly Door Prizes, and FREE Giveaways! Don’t miss the Pageantry Event of the Year!

The first 50 attending Titleholders may participate in the Titleholder Parade and receive a complimentary Gift Bag containing free products, gift certificates, etc. donated by the Exhibitors. The Titleholder Parade will recognize ALL reigning titleholders in ALL age divisions among ALL pageant systems. Each Titleholder will wear their crown and sash and take center stage at pageantry’s most exciting event of 2013! If you are a reigning local, state, or national titleholder crowned in the 2013 / 2014 year don’t miss out on your chance to be recognized and noticed by the Who’s Who of the pageant world. To participate email Full Name, Age, Title and Year, Pageant System, and Date of Ticket Purchased or Issued to: Beautytouchesbyf@aol.com​

For Sponsorship and vendor booth rental you can also contact Fatima at 305-753-1224. For more information please visit our website at www.southfloridausapageants.com.

Please do not contact this posting to solicited other services, marketing and commercial interests.

Photographs by Anthony Jordon of Miami Critical Mass on 6/28/13

Photographs taken by Anthony Jordon from Miami Critical Mass on Friday, June 28, 2013.  The ride went through Omni, Edgewater, Upper East Side, North Bay Village, Miami Beach, Venetian Islands, and Downtown, total distance of 20 miles. The ride stopped at The Filling Station, which offered specials on food & drinks for the cyclists.

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

Miami Science Museum Presents Family-Friendly Fabulous First Friday 7/5/13

Miami Science Museum Presents its Family-Friendly Fabulous First Friday, an Evening of Laser Lights, Stars and More
Friday, July 5
Miami Science Museum
3280 South Miami Avenue
Miami, FL 33129
Cost: The Planetarium Star Show and rooftop observatory viewing are free. Laser Show admission is $4 per child, $8 per adult (each show requires a separate ticket.)
www.miamisci.org

7 p.m.: Free Planetarium Star Show
8-9 p.m.: Hands-on activities and demonstrations for kids ages 3 and older in the Space Gallery
8:30-10 p.m.: Rooftop observatory viewing (weather permitting)
 
Laser Shows:
8 p.m.:  “Pop” (family laser show)
9 p.m.:  The Beatles: Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band
10 p.m.:  Pink Floyd: Wish You Were Here
11 p.m.:  Jimi Hendrix
Midnight:  Pink Floyd: Echoes

Miami Science Museum is presenting its Fabulous First Friday, a fun-filled evening of laser lights, stars, and more for the entire family. The event includes a free Planetarium Star Show and rooftop observatory viewing (weather permitting), and the museum’s famous Laser Shows in the Planetarium. Perfect for the little ones are hands-on activities and demonstrations for kids ages 3 and older in the Space Gallery.

Mourning Becomes Electra presented by Florida Grand Opera 11/16/13-11/23/13

Mourning Becomes Electra presented by Florida Grand Opera
Sunday, 11/16/2013 – 11/23/2013, 07:00 pm - 
Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts
1300 Biscayne Blvd.,
Miami, Florida 33132
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Written by Broward-resident Marvin David Levy, this contemporary American opera transplants a famous Greek tragedy to small New England town in 1865 where betrayal, murder, and incest take center stage. Originally commissioned by the Metropolitan Opera, this work is presented in an all new production by Florida Grand Opera featuring innovative light projections by a top Broadway design team and a stellar cast starring soprano Lauren Flanigan. Not seen on the operatic stage for nearly a decade, Mourning Becomes Electra is the hot ticket of the season. Sung in English with projected translations in English and Spanish.

Nabucco presented by Florida Grand Opera 1/25/14-2/1/14

Nabucco presented by Florida Grand Opera
Sunday, 01/25/2014 – 02/01/2014, 07:00 pm –
NabuccoAdrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts
1300 Biscayne Blvd.,
Miami, Florida 33132
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This is the opera that made Verdi’s career! Set against the backdrop of the Israelites’ plight in the face of Babylonian domination, Nabucco’s biblical themes adorn a passionate love story plagued with political turmoil. It features an international double-cast lead by sopranos Maria Guleghina and Susan Neves. Sung in Italian with projected translations in English and Spanish.

Tosca presented by Florida Grand Opera 3/29/14-4/12/14

Tosca presented by Florida Grand Opera
Saturday, 03/29/2014 – 4/12/14, 02:00 pm –
MG_0169A-Photo-by-Rozarii-Lynch8Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts
1300 Biscayne Blvd.,
Miami, Florida 33132
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Puccini’s Tosca is a riveting psychological drama that builds up to one of opera’s most stunning conclusions. Based on a play by Victorien Sardou, Puccini’s lyrical masterwork tells the story of Floria Tosca, a famous diva, who fights to save her lover in a gripping tale of torture, murder, and suicide. This work comes to the same with a stellar double cast lead by sopranos Kara Shay Thomson and Jouvanca Jean-Baptiste as Tosca. Sung in Italian with projected translations in English and Spanish.

Thais presented by Florida Grand Opera 5/3/14-5/10/14

Thais presented by Florida Grand Opera
Sunday, 05/03/2014 – 05/10/2014, 06:30 pm - 
Thais_cjw_0551-Photo-by-Palm-Beach-OperaAdrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts
1300 Biscayne Blvd.,
Miami, Florida 33132
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Florida Grand Opera closes the opera season with Massenet’s exotic French opera, Thaïs. Bringing a touch of eastern mystique to the stage, Thaïs is a tale of religious eroticism where Athanaël, a cenobite monk, seeks to convert an Alexandrian courtesan and follower of Venus, goddess of love, to the path of Christianity. Making their debuts in the lead role are sopranos Eglise Gutiérrez and Angela Mortellaro. Sung in French with projected translations in English and Spanish.

Kindergarden Kickoff 8/3/13

Kindergarden Kickoff
Saturday, 08/03/2013, 10:00 am – 06:00 pm
Miami Childrens Museum
980 MacArthur Causway,
MIami, Florida 33132
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Cost:

Get ready for school with Miami Children’s Museum! Our 1st Annual Kindergarten Kickoff will prepare children and their parents for this important transition to school through playful practice and minimize the anxiety associated with this day. Highlights include being able to get on a real bus, practicing before-school and at school procedures, exploring a real classroom, participating in a circle time and more. There will also be lots of community institutions on hand to display their resources for parents and their children.
General Admission: $16, State of FL Residents: $12
Children 1 year and under: Complimentary
MCM Members: Complimentary
For more information, please call (305)373-KIDS (5437) or visit www.miamichildrensmuseum.org.

Miami Children’s Museum Not So Scary Family Halloween Bash 10/20/13

Miami Children’s Museum Not So Scary Family Halloween Bash
Sunday, 10/20/2013, 01:00 pm – 06:00 pm
Miami Childrens Museum
980 MacArthur Causwaty,
Miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link
Cost:

Get ready to be SPOOKED! Be the first to experience Miami’s best family-friendly Haunted House, trick or treat inside the Museum’s galleries, decorate mini pumpkins and sugar skulls, dance the monster mash and much more! Families will enjoy delectable treats and a silent auction. All of this while raising money for a good cause – all proceeds benefit the Museum’s educational programs. For more information, or to purchase tickets, visit www.miamichildrensmuseum.org/halloween.
For more information or to inquire about sponsorship opportunities, please call 305.373.KIDS (5437), ext. 120 or email balvarez@miamichildrensmuseum.org. (Please note, MCM will be CLOSED to the public for this spooktacular event!)

Everest Institute’s Summer Fest brings fun for all ages 6/29/13

Everest Institute’s Summer Fest brings fun for all ages
Saturday, 06/29/2013, 11:00 am – 02:00 pm
Everest Institute-Kendall
9020 SW 137th Ave.,
Miami, Florida 33186
Webpage Link
Cost: There is no entry fee.

The family event features fun activities for kids, blood pressure and glucose testing, and a car wash to benefit the Orion’s Lady Comets soccer team.

Bastille Day 7/14/13

Bastille Day
Sunday, 07/14/2013, 08:00 pm – 12:00 pm
Evite-8pmmBastille Day Party
National Hotel 1677 Collins Avenue,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
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Cost:

To Celebrate Bastille Day and to bid farewell the Consul General of France and Mrs. Gael de Maisonneuve request the pleasure of your company. French music and Cash bar open to the public.

Tango Times Dance Company Presents Still Tango 7/13/13

Tango Times Dance Company Presents Still Tango
Sunday, 07/13/2013, 08:30 pm –
tango-timesManuel Artime Theater
900 SW 1st Street,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link
Cost: Tickets start $20

TANGO TIMES DANCE COMPANY PRESENTS: STILL TANGO
South Florida Dance Ensemble Returns To The Stage For One Night Only On Saturday, July 13, 2013

Oscar Caballero and Roxana Garber along with the dancers of The Tango Times Dance Company present Still Tango, a performance celebrating Argentine Independence Day, on Saturday, July 13 at 8:30pm.

Paying homage to Caballero and Garber’s beloved Argentina, Still Tango, which is choreographed by Caballero, artistically blends Traditional Tango along with Argentine Folk Dances to a live onstage orchestra led by Anibal Berraute Cuarteto and vocalist Cristina Longo. Still Tango will please audiences with its ensemble cast of local dancers who bring to life the sensual and sexy dances commonly seen on the streets of Buenos Aires.

Saturday, July 13, 2013 at 8:30pm

Manuel Artime Theater
900 SW 1st Street
Miami, FL 33130

TICKETS:
Advance Tickets available at www.tangotimesus.com, $20- 30;
Ticket Purchased at the Door, $23- $35
For additional ticket information, call 305.266.3029 or email info@tangotimes.us

For questions or additional information about Still Tango, call 786.221.5976

MORE ABOUT TANGO TIMES DANCE COMPANY:
Founded in 2001 by professional dancers, Oscar Caballero and Roxana Garbar, Tango Times Dance Company has been performing in South Florida and around the world for the past 12 years. In addition, Tango Times Dance Studio offers classes in Argentine Tango, (for adults and children) Modern Dance, Belly Dance, and Salsa classes. Tango Times Dance Studio is located at 1613 NE 163rd Street, North Miami Beach, FL 33162. For more information, class schedules or book a private lesson visit www.tangotimes.us or call 786.221.5976

Ultimate Miami Drag Queen Competition Presents Perez Hilton, Chad Michaels and Thelma Houston 7/13/13

Ultimate Miami Drag Queen Competition Presents Perez Hilton, Chad Michaels and Thelma Houston
Ultimate MiamiSaturday, July 13 at 9pm
Magic City Casino
450 NW 37 Avenue
Miami

Tickets www.theultimatemiami.com and www.magiccitycasino.com
Entry is $40 and includes a drink and free hors d’oeuvres within the first hour

Ultimate Miami, LLC, creator of Miami’s talent competitions showcasing local rising stars in the fields of mixology, entertainment and culinary arts, will feature finalists competing for a cash prize of $5,000 and the title of Ultimate Miami Drag Queen. Celebrities Perez Hilton, Chad Michaels and Thelma Houston will headline the evening’s entertainment.

“We’re thrilled to host this saucy event featuring South Florida’s most flamboyant divas,” said Scott Savin, Chief Operating Officer of Magic City Casino. “Having Perez Hilton, Chad Michaels and Thelma Houston star as part of the show will certainly make this raucous event even more memorable. It’s going to be quite the evening!”

Miami-native celebrity gossip blogger and TV personality, Perez Hilton, will lend his unique hand to the signature event by serving as the celebrity judge. Hilton’s blog, perezhilton.com, blends star gossip with his own entertaining and sometimes controversial take on celebrity happenings. In 2012, Hilton made a guest appearance on the hit show, “Glee.” The panel of judges will be completed by Where Magazine South Florida editor, Aurora Rodriguez, and radio personality and co-host of South Florida’s First News on News Talk WIOD 610AM/100.3, Manny Munoz.
 
The evening’s entertainment will include a performance by drag entertainer, Chad Michaels. Originally a Cher impersonator, Michaels became famous as the runner up on the fourth season of “RuPaul’s Drag Race” and as the winner of “RuPaul’s All Stars Drag Race.” Michaels will be accompanied by Grammy-Award winning R&B artist, Thelma Houston, whose best known song is “Don’t Leave Me This Way.” She has recently made appearances on “American Idol” and “America’s Got Talent.”

Ultimate Miami, LLC was formed to promote, through competition, Miami’s outstanding eclectic composition of talent in various subsets in the fields of mixology, entertainment and culinary arts. The company’s goal is to showcase rising stars that call Miami home and derive the essence of their skills from the experiences of their surroundings. For more details, visit www.theultimatemiami.com

Tandem Theatre Project presents William Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet 7/14/13-7/15/13

Tandem Theatre Project presents William Shakespeare’s Romeo & Juliet
romeoSunday, July 14th at 6:30 pm
Monday, July 15th, 2013, at 7:30 pm (sold out!)
Deering Estate at Cutler
16701 SW 72 Ave.
Miami FL 33157
Tickets: $20 for adults and $10 for children ages 12 and under.

Join Tandem Theatre Project for a one-night special event performance of William Shakespeare’s Romeo & Juliet.

Tandem Theatre Project is proud to be the Deering Estate at Cutler’s Youth Artists in Residence Theatre Group. This inaugural production is presented by the advanced performance troupe, Tandem Teens. Their production plays tribute to the traditional work of Shakespeare, complete with elaborate costumes and the magnificent, natural setting of the Deering Estate at Cutler. Romeo & Juliet will feature professional costumes, made possible through TANDEM’S partnership with the Florida Grand Opera, set against the elegance and splendor of Charles Deering’s 1922 Stone House. All of this comes together to create a unique experience, not to be missed!

“Parting is such sweet sorrow that I shall say goodnight till it be morrow”
– Romeo & Juliet, Act II Scene II

Tandem’s mission is to provide quality theatre arts performing which will enhance creativity and build self-esteem in our young participants through classes, theatrical experiences, and productions. For information on upcoming classes and performances, visit us at www.TandemTheatreProject.org. Tandem is a 501C(3) not-for-profit children’s theatre company and proud resident of Palmetto Bay.

Miami: Pre-Screening of the Conjuring 6/27/13

Miami: Pre-Screening of the Conjuring
Thursday, 06/27/2013, 07:30 pm – 10:00 pm
the-conjuring-posterCobb Dolphin 24
11471 Northwest 12th Street ,
Miami, Florida 33172
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This is a special pre-screening of The Conjuring, a psychological thriller that will be coming to theatres July 19th, which is about Paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren, who work to help a family terrorized by a dark presence in their farmhouse. Forced to confront a powerful entity, the Warrens find themselves caught in the most terrifying case of their lives.

JeffRepeater and Alpha Rainbow at Sweat Records in Miami 7/6/13

JeffRepeater and Alpha Rainbow at Sweat Records in Miami
Saturday, 07/06/2013, 08:00 pm – 11:00 pm
JR20130617-Sweat-Records-Miami-online-versionSweat Records
220 NE 55th Ter,
Miami, Florida 33137
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JeffRepeater electro, urban, experimental, beats to drop live in Miami

A different spin on things for electronic music composer/producer JeffRepeater, with futuristic vibes.

JeffRepeater will be performing with opener Alpha Rainbow on Saturday July 6th, 2013 at Sweat Records located at 220 NE 55th Terr Miami, Fl 33137 from 8pm-9pm.

The genre defying electronic music producer from New York, Jeff Repeater, is ecstatic to bring his blend of techno, electro, and beats with glitchy and experimental vibes to Southern Florida DIY venue. Alpha Rainbow will open the night’s performances up with her original electronic music compositions which feature both primal and futuristic elements. Sweat Records is a record store located in Miami and will play host to the event as an intimate venue space and this JeffRepeater live event is a FREE and ALL AGES show.

Dolphin Mall Announces its Series of Summer Fun Activities 6/18/13

Dolphin Mall Announces its Series of Summer Fun Activities
Tuesday, 06/18/2013, 10:00 am – 09:30 pm
Dolphin-Mall-Summer-activitiesDolphin Mall
11401 N.W. 12th Street,
Miami, Florida 33172
Webpage Link

Children will want to immerse themselves into Dolphin Mall’s free movie screenings, arts and crafts lessons and other exciting, “cool,” indoor activities, as the center announces its summer fun activities. The following is a list of acitivites and participating retailers:

Cobb Dolphin 19 Cinemas
Free summer kids movies every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday at 10 a.m. Discount popcorn and soda combo are available for groups of 25 or more.

Rotelli’s Pizza and Pasta
Rotelli’s will be offering kids ages 12 and under eat free with the purchase of an adult entree now through the end of August.

Family Summer Series at CineBistro
CineBistro invites the whole family this summer for Iron Man 3, now playing, and other great family friendly films. Children are welcome to these shows 6 p.m. or earlier and must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. *Special children’s menu available for kids 12 and under. 3D movies are $4 more.

Cool de Sac “Cool Summer Deals Book”
Get $300 worth of Cool Summer Deals for only $59 with Cool de Sac’s “Cool Summer Deals Book.” Buy the deal and share it with your friends to get an additional incentive! (Get an additional FREE admission). The Cool Deals Book contains FREE admissions, food and drinks, and extra discounts and BOGO offers. See location for details.

Bass Pro Shops – Family Summer Camp 2012
Bass Pro Shops is hosting a free Family Summer Camp now through July 14, 2013

Dave & Buster’s Summer Blowout
Dave & Buster’s Summer special: Eat & Play Win combo for only $16.99, individuals can pick from a choice of select entrees and receive a $10 game card. Half Price Games every Wednesday from open to close. Power Hour: Monday through Friday 4:30 to 7 p.m. with 60 minutes of video game play for only $10.

Buffalo Wild Wings Grill & Bar
Kids Eat Free Wednesdays from 5 p.m. – close during dinner only. The special offer is a limit of two children, ages 12 years or younger per adult. The offer is valid only with adult entree purchase and free child meal from the Buffalo Wild Child Menu.

Summer’s in Swing at STRIKE Miami!
Stay cool at Strike Miami’s 34 air conditioned lanes while enjoy a refreshing cocktail at their sports bar, or some delicious bites from their restaurant. Strike has several specials in store for the summer including exclusive rates for youth and camp groups and their Sunday Funday promotion, offering $4 games and $2 shoes every Sunday from 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. See store for details.

For additional information please visit http://www.shopdolphinmall.com/

AFP BOD and Member Wine and Cheese Meet and Greet 6/20/13

AFP BOD and Member Wine and Cheese Meet and Greet
afpThursday, June 20, 6:00pm until 7:30pm
Miami Country Day School
601 NE 107th Street
Miami, Florida 33161

That’s it! It’s our member and board of directors Wine & Cheese Meet & Greet – but you don’t have to be a member to attend, just curious about AFP!

Meet & greet board members, AFP members, prospective AFP members and caring collaborative collegial colleagues curious about fundraising

Graciously hosted by Sheryl Piper and the Development Team at Miami Country Day School (“Every Student. Every Day”)

Photographs of ING Miami Celebrity Domino Night

 

AMIGOS FOR KIDS HOSTED SOLD OUT ING MIAMI CELEBRITY DOMINO NIGHT

Amigos For Kids, the Miami-based nonprofit organization that aims to prevent child abuse and neglect by valuing children, strengthening families and educating communities, hosted its signature annual fundraiser, ING Miami Celebrity Domino Night on the evening of Sat., June 15 in Miami, Fla. More than 2,000 guests took part in the sold-out event, celebrated by many as “Miami’s most popular fundraiser.” “Amigos For Kids is grateful to have celebrated one of our more highly successful ING Miami Celebrity Domino Nights, and we want to offer a special thank you to corporate sponsors ING U.S., Bacardi USA, Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc., and all other sponsors who made this evening possible,” said Rosa Maria Plasencia, president and CEO of Amigos For Kids. “This year we exceeded our fundraising goals, with almost one hundred thousand dollars more than last year, and it was thanks to the countless AMIGOS that believe in our mission and the work that we do in the South Florida community. We are happy to have shared such a great evening with our corporate, media and restaurant sponsors, celebrities, community leaders, our hard-working staff, and every person who attended the event.” The evening featured celebrity domino players, bar courtesy of presenting sponsor, Bacardí USA, and an exciting silent auction featuring the original artwork for this year’s painting by Carlos Navarro, “Conga y Domino.”  Guests also enjoyed a live performance by one of Miami’s hottest bands “The Culture”, as well as with the electrifying rhythms of DJ Irie, of the Miami Heat.

Using the “Bonfyre” app, attendees were able to share photos, post comments and interact with other guests during the event. More than 100 celebrities walked the Orange Carpet alongside some of the celebrity hosts, which served to highlight and support the importance of the organization’s mission leading up to and during the event. Celebrity hosts in attendance included, Latin diva Charytin; Real Housewives of Miami Ana Quincoces; television news anchors Alina Mayo Azze of Univision 23; telenovela stars Juan Soler and Maki Soler;  “El Gordo y La Flaca’s” Lili Estefan; and music icon Emilio Estefan Jr., longtime supporter of the organization. During ING Miami Celebrity Domino Night, guests were treated to an array of local flavors and “dinner-by-the-bite” provided by some of Miami’s most popular restaurants and chefs, including Catharsis Restaurant and Lounge; Klass, Garcia Sausages and Belle Baking by Sunshine Promotions; Jungle Island; Sushi Maki; Mena Catering; Pasta Factory; Papa John’s Pizza; Versailles; Farm Stores; Goya Foods; Tuyo Restaurant; Elite Cake Creations; Paellas R Us; Baptist Health South Florida; Café 1909; Crazy Fork Restaurant; Café Pilón; and Los Ranchos Steak House.

ING U.S., in its ninth consecutive year as title sponsor, and Bacardi were presented with a special edition painting created by renowned Miami Pop Artist, Carlos Navarro that characterized all 11 years of Miami Celebrity Domino Night. Rhonda Mims, president of the ING Foundation and head of the Office of Corporate Responsibility, and Maggie Gonzalez, Corporate Sponsorships & Events coordinator, from Bacardi accepted the commemorative gifts on behalf of their organizations. “The energy and excitement at this year’s ING Miami Celebrity Domino Night was fantastic,” said Rhonda Mims, president of the ING Foundation and Head of Office of Corporate Responsibility ING U.S. “The success of the event is a tribute to the Miami community and the Amigos For Kids organization. Miami should be commended for the tremendous outpouring of support for this event, and in turn, the children served by the Amigos For Kids programs.” First year event platinum sponsor, Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. joined ING U.S., Bacardi and celebrity hosts on stage as the Amigos For Kids Board of Directors expressed their thanks to all major sponsors, including gold sponsors, Academica, Baptist Health South Florida, Greenberg Traurig, Macy’s and Walmart; Entertainment sponsor, Dra. Maribel Santa Cruz, a recurring sponsor of the event, made it possible for guests to enjoy hours of continuous music and dancing. Proceeds from the event make it possible for Amigos to provide diverse services to children and families throughout the year. Some of these services include an after-school program at Jose Martí Park; annual back-to-school and holiday toy drives; and its year-round child abuse awareness and prevention efforts, its There’s No Excuse For Child Abuse!  campaign, and the “Amigos Strengthens Families & Communities Nurturing Parent” program.

Left to Right- Christopher Kaplan, Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer, Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.; Jorge A. Plasencia, CEO of República and Co-founder/Chairman Emeritus, Amigos For Kids; Maggie Gonzalez, Corporate Sponsorships and Events Coordinator; Carlos Navarro, artist; Rosa Maria Plasencia, President and CEO of Amigos For Kids; Rhonda Mims, President of the ING Foundation and Head of Office of Corporate Responsibility ING U.S.; Pedro Capó, Chief Operating Officer of El Dorado Furniture and Chairman of Amigos For Kids.
Left to Right- Christopher Kaplan, Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer, Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.; Jorge A. Plasencia, CEO of República and Co-founder/Chairman Emeritus, Amigos For Kids; Maggie Gonzalez, Corporate Sponsorships and Events Coordinator; Carlos Navarro, artist; Rosa Maria Plasencia, President and CEO of Amigos For Kids; Rhonda Mims, President of the ING Foundation and Head of Office of Corporate Responsibility ING U.S.; Pedro Capó, Chief Operating Officer of El Dorado Furniture and Chairman of Amigos For Kids.

 

DJ Irie on the turntables.
DJ Irie on the turntables.

 

Charytin, Emilio Estefan and Lili Estefan walk the Orange Carpet.
Charytin, Emilio Estefan and Lili Estefan walk the Orange Carpet.

 

Barcardi-sponsored bar.
Barcardi Sponsored bar.

 

Telenovela stars Juan Soler and Maki Soler
Telenovela stars Juan Soler and Maki Soler

Philanthropy Night on the River 6/20/13

Philanthropy Night on the River
philanthropyThursday, June 20, 2013, 6:00pm
Capriccio on the River
41 SE 5th
Miami, Florida 33131
Suggested donation at the door $20.00

Supports the Orphans of Puerto Plata at Capriccio on the River

This event is to support 30 girls which come from slums of Puerto Plata. These girls are very poor and have no family. They have lived a very risky life in the streets and are now enjoying a roof over their heads, food and education from Luisa Ortega Home.

Since 1968 Luisa Ortega Home has provided an important service to girls and adolescents in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic. In addition, they also provide education to more than 600 students who come from the underprivileged communities of Puerto Plata. Their goal is to teach these girls principals such as responsibility, respect and values.

With 2 complimentary cocktails and food tastings
Also a DJ, all set along the beautiful back drop of Miami river
Raffle prizes will be on sale.

Style Fusion Fashion Art Music 6/22/13

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Style Fusion * Fashion * Art * Music
stylefusionSaturday, June 22, 2013
Nina Torres Fine Art
1800 N Bayshore Dr.
Miami, Florida 33132

Tickets On Sale Now
Advance: $25 (until 2pm Saturday) Purchase Online
At the Door: $40
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James Echols, Co-Founder of Soul Of Miami, Life Is Art and PhilanthroFest to Receive Award at Style Fusion Fundraiser

Fashion, Art & Music Event Benefiting Arielle Anacker Cancer Foundation
Stylefusion is leading fashion designers and buyers showcased in a multi-branded entertainment environment with internationally known models, artists and performers.
Meet & greet the principal designers, sponsors and buyers, celebrity fashionistas, stylists and top fashion media.

Music by DJ/Producer Maximus 3000
Cosmetics by Jennifer Bradley
MUA Sandra Bonilla
Models, Artists and Musicians

Couture Models: Diane Gershowitz Trivelli, Kimberly Gambino, Kimberlee Etheridge, Cristina Encarnacion , Michelle Surrena, Kair Bear, Mai Dang, Diana Laura Noris, Jennifer Judice

Artists: Dimitri, John Berry, Arthur Beecher Carles, William John Kennedy, Irene Neal, Pablo Picasso, Pierre Bonnard, Manuel Carbonell, Gabriel Gimenez, Marcelo Holzinger, Laura Ann Jacobs, Jennifer Martin, Joan Miro, Karl Momen, Rembrandt van Rijn, Burt Stern, Andy Warhol, Anastasia Warhol, Teresa Woodall, Frank Worth, Salvatore Zagami

Music Performances: Jayquan, Evie Cruz, Arlene G, Sheenah Singh

Congratulations To James Echols!
We are Honored to Announce that James Echols will be Honored as Recipient of the 2013 “Spirit of Miami” Community Leadership Award at Miami Style Fusion on June 22!

James Echols has been working together with Annette Peikert as event producers, amongst other things for nearly 20 years. Since moving to Miami nine years ago, he has become very involved in the community. James has enjoyed considerable success, producing dozens of shows, seminars, and networkers over the past three years.

James’ charitable works have no limit. Being so in touch with the community, he noticed a need for greater support for other philanthropic organizations operating in South Florida.

In July of 2008, James co-founded the very popular community-resource website, Soul Of Miami. In January of 2009, co-founded Life Is Art, Inc., a nonprofit dedicated to supporting and promoting the arts in south Florida through events and education.

James co-founded PhilanthroFest, a volunteer based organization that connects people, passion and philanthropy in South Florida. PhilanthroFest features more than 100 South Florida non-profits and community agencies, art, music and dance entertainment, a community stage, and other family friendly attractions, connecting 1000’s of South Florida residents to valuable resources and services in many areas: Cultural/Arts/Humanities, Educational, Environmental, Health/Human Services/Disease Prevention, Poverty/Welfare, Animal Related, Recreation & Sports, and Youth Development & Services.

MANO Fine Art presents “Summer Crush” 6/15/13

MANO Fine Art presents “Summer Crush”
Saturday, 06/15/2013, 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Summer-Crush-by-MANO_edited-1MANO Fine Art Project Space
4225 SW 75 Ave (2nd Flr),
Miami, Florida 33155
Facebook Link

There is no avoiding it, Miami summers are HOT and as much as some may complain you cannot deny that the summer months hold endless possibilities:maybe its the child inside us, maybe its that extra hour of daylight or maybe its a summer crush.

Please join MANO Fine Art for the Opening Reception of “Summer Crush” on Saturday, June 15th during the Bird Road Art Walk. Featuring recent works and works in progress by MANO.

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

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

Bird Road Art Walk:

MANO Fine Art is one of the founding members of the Bird Road Art Walk. In 2011, Miami New Times ranked the Bird Road Art Walk as Miami’s Best Art Walk. Since then the Bird Road Art Walk has continued to growing. Visitors to the area will find a thriving community of artists who open their studios and alternative spaces to the public. On the third Saturday of every month we invite the art-loving public to join us from 7:00 pm -10:00 pm, for an evening of art, culture and the opportunity to go behind-the-scenes and meet the artists in their own studios which are normally only open by appointment.

The Art Walk takes place just east of the Palmetto Expressway’s 40th Street Exit and just south of 40th Street (also known as “Bird Road”). Primarily on SW 75 Ave & SW 74 Ave. Enjoy ample free parking, a complimentary shuttle service and start your Art Walk at any of the participating studios.

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

Experience Peru at Dolphin Mall 6/15/13

Experience Peru at Dolphin Mall
Saturday, 06/15/2013, 10:00 am – 09:30 pm
Ramblas-nightDolphin Mall
11401 N.W. 12th Street,
Miami, Florida 33172
Webpage Link

If Machu Picchu, one of the New Seven World Wonders of the World is on your must-see list, take a side trip to Dolphin Mall this summer for an interactive glimpse of Peru. Enjoy an interactive floor graphic of Machu Picchu, a public event on Saturday, June 15 from 3 – 5 p.m. featuring Peruvian dance and musical performances and stop by the restaurants at Dolphin Mall to taste Peruvian inspired menu items. Visitors can also stop by the Information Booth in Ramblas 3 and enter to win prizes. Dolphin Mall will feature Peru-themed promotions from June 15 – Aug. 11.

Travelodge’s ZOOcation Celebration at Zoo Miami 6/20/13

Travelodge’s ZOOcation Celebration at Zoo Miami
Thursday, 06/20/2013, 09:30 am – 04:00 pm
TravelodgeZoo Miami
12400 SW 152 Street ,
Miami, Florida 33177
Webpage Link

Love the zoo? Like free stuff? Join Travelodge hotels at Zoo Miami on Thursday, June 20th, as we get ready for summer and celebrate the kick-off of Travelodge’s ZOOcation!

A day-long event of fun, Travelodge and its lovable mascot Sleepy Bear will be giving away free admission to the first 100 children who arrive at the zoo that day as well as host a series of no-cost kid-friendly activities and giveaways inside the zoo.*

Located in front of Dr. Wilde’s World, activities will include a “Design Your Best Bear Ears” station and a “Draw Your Best Sleepy Bear” competition. Giveaways will consist of free children’s bear masks, temporary bear tattoos and National Geographic activity booklets, while supplies last. Parents will also have the opportunity to win a variety of prizes, including free hotel nights at Travelodge hotels nationwide.

Unable to join in the fun? Stay two consecutive nights at a Travelodge hotel this summer and receive complimentary children’s tickets good at your choice of over 135 participating zoos.

*To receive free children’s zoo admission, parents must first check-in at the Travelodge table outside the main gate the day of the event prior to proceeding to the main ticket booth. Free children’s admission will be available starting at 9:30 a.m. and lasts until supplies are gone. Limit of two free children’s admissions per adult.

WebCongress Miami 11/7/13

WebCongress Miami
Thursday, 11/07/2013, 08:30 am –
LOGO-WEBCONGRESS-ROJOJames L. Knight Center
400 SE Second Ave. ,
Miami, Florida 33131
Webpage Link

WebCongress is a tech event organized each year for startups, entrepreneurs & businesses where we talk about latest digital trends, social media, mobile & online marketing. You’ll learn and get inspired by conferences, workshops and networking.

Empowering Women to Lean In 6/15/13

Empowering Women to Lean In
Saturday, June 15, 2013 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
University of Phoenix – Miami Learning Center
11410 Northwest 20th Street, #100
Miami, FL 33172
Register Online

You are invited to take part in an open discussion of the topics highlighted in the book:   Lean In:  Women, Work, and the Will to Lead, written by Sheryl Sandberg, COO of Facebook.  This event invites students, faculty, and community members to come together and participate in an interactive discussion on diverse topics impacting individuals in the workforce, including leadership, goal-setting, communication, among others. Join us to become re-energized and motivated by exemplary women leaders across sectors.  They will share their stories and tips on how we can “lean in” to our ambitions and pursue our goals.  It’s an event you do not want to miss!

Special Guests: 
– Marie Izquierdo, Assistant Superintendent
– Elaine Black, CEO of Liberty City Trust
– Dr. Contessa Bryant, Principal at Lenore B. Smith
– Gay Lynn Grigas, Author, Educator, & Psychotherapist
– Theresa Fitzpatrick, HR Director, Southern Command
– Susan Lowenstein, Owner of North Western Construction
– Leslie Kristof, Campus Director, University of Phoenix, South Florida Campus

Saks Fifth Avenue Father’s Day Fundraiser for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital 6/15/13

Saks Fifth Avenue Father’s Day Fundraiser for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
saksThursday, June 13 to Saturday, June 16
Saks Fifth Avenue Dadeland
7687 North Kendall Drive
Miami, FL 33156

Saks Fifth Avenue celebrates Father’s Day each year with a special initiative aimed at providing customers with gift options perfect for dad. In 2013, Saks is showcasing the small items, such as lapel accents, watches, socks, fragrance, laces, bowties and jewelry, that customers can give to dads for Father’s Day to transform and rejuvenate their wardrobes.

As Saks focuses on the little things that can make a big difference in fashion, it too is focusing on the “little things” that make the biggest difference in a Father’s life—his children—by hosting a charitable shopping event in partnership with St. Jude. Saks Fifth Avenue will donate 5% of all men’s purchases between Thursday, June 13 and Sunday, June 16 up to $25,000 to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital to benefit research.

“The Saks Fifth Avenue Father’s Day Event pays tribute to the little things that make a big difference in our community: our children,” says Thomas Ott, SVP GMM Menswear, Home, Food & Gifts. “We proudly support St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. With any men’s purchase, customers will have the opportunity to give their fathers a gorgeous gift from Saks and a donation towards children’s health.”

The initiative will be supported with a special series of in-store events, special visual statements, advertisements, and a catalog and gift guide for customers. Attached is a gift guide featuring Saks’ favorite “Little Things” for Father’s Day.

Art Walk Block Party with Street Artist 5ent and DJ MaxDub 6/8/13

Art Walk Block Party with Street Artist 5ent and DJ MaxDub
Saturday, 06/08/2013, 07:00 pm – 11:00 pm
doro_eventDoro Designs
Gallery 47,
47 NE 25th St, Florida Miami
Webpage Link

Join Doro Designs as Street Artist, 5ent, transforms the Doro Designs building with a live-action mural depicting the greatest battle on earth between two species. 5ent will be accompanied by DJ MaxDub spinning on the sidelines.

RA Sushi in South Miami hosts all-day happy hour specials on Father’s Day 6/16/13

RA Sushi in South Miami hosts all-day happy hour specials on Father’s Day
Sunday, 06/16/2013, 11:00 am –
FD_2013_FB-ImageRA Sushi South Miami
5829 SW 73rd Street,
Miami, Florida 33143
Facebook Link

In honor of Father’s Day, RA Sushi in South Miami will offer all-day happy hour from 11 a.m. to close on Sunday, June 16.

A ‘man-sized’ happy hour selection includes more than 30 sushi, appetizer and tapas items ranging from $2.25 to $7.25, plus a wide variety of beer, wine, sake and signature cocktails ranging from $3 to $7. Happy Hour dishes sure to win dad over include the Viva Las Vegas Roll, Shrimp Tempura Roll, Crispy Spicy Tuna, Grilled Short Ribs and Spicy Sesame Chicken Wings. Treat pop to a beer such as a Sapporo or Stella Artois, or a Kirin paired with hot sake. If cocktails are more his style, go for the Emperor’s Margarita or Dragon Bite.

If sushi isn’t dad’s style, you can still take advantage of the Happy Hour specials without him. The Father’s Day Happy Hour specials are available from 11 a.m. to close, for dine-in orders only at RA Sushi in South Miami (5829 Southwest 73 St.).

FrostArt Presents Who Are We? Who Are They? Opening 6/8/13

FrostArt Presents Who Are We? Who Are They? Opening
Saturday, June 8, 2013, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
frostmuseum-05-31-13The Patricia & Phillip Frost Art Museum.
10975 SW 17th Street
Miami, FL 33199

Admission:  FREE

FrostArt (The Patricia & Phillip Frost Art Museum at FIU) introduces two new exhibitions, both of which feature art as a tool to establish identity: How we see ourselves and how we perceive others, now and in the past. The two exhibitions, Six Degrees of Separate Nations: Ebony G. Patterson and Peterson Kamwathi, and Borders of Paradise: In the Eyes of Explorers, will have an opening reception on Saturday, June 8, 2013, at the Frost Art Museum, from 6pm-8pm. The wine and hors d’oeuvres reception is open to the public and free of charge.

The featured artists in the Six Degrees of Separate Nations, Ebony G. Patterson and Peterson Kamwathi, are from vastly different parts of the world, Jamaica and Kenya, respectively. Despite the geographical distance between them, they ironically share much in common. The influence of colonialism and the repercussions of colonial history have impacted how these artists perceive themselves today, as well as how they place themselves in proximity to the "other". A significant theme underlying both artists’ work – and thus the exhibition – is the examination of social behavior, specifically that of performance and theatricality. Ebony’s documentation, staging and appropriation of contemporary fashion, its insignia and pattern, explore the implicit link of dress code to social and political expression. Peterson Kamwathi, on the other hand, depicts theatrical social performance without appropriating its modes; rather taking on the role of an observer, he extra cts modes of behavior, staging scenarios that express the farcical nature of masquerade inherent to social conventions, and imposed political norms that are both inherited from colonial rule, and re-appropriated.

The exhibition, curated by Claire Breukel, will feature a collaborative installation where the artists will meet for the first time and respond to each other’s work. The Six Degrees of Separate Nations exhibition will run through September 8, 2013. The opening reception will be preceded by a panel discussion with the artists, the curator and guest speaker, University of Miami Professor Patricia Saunders, at 4:00 p.m., also at the Frost Art Museum. Like the reception, the panel discussion is open to the public and free of charge.

The second exhibition opening on June 8, Borders of Paradise: In the Eyes of Explorers, focuses on historical identity. Imagined and exaggerated depictions of the new continent and its offerings persisted through the nineteenth century, satisfying the appetites of curious Europeans hungry for tales of mysterious lost paradises and evolving primitive worlds. This exhibition, curated by Cynthia Duval of the Museum of Arts and Sciences in Daytona Beach, features maps, etchings and engravings, many of which appeared in literary works, which helped to reinforce and shape the Old World’s skewed perception of life in the New World. The Borders of Paradise exhibition will run through August 25, 2013.

In addition to these new exhibits, the following current exhibitions will be on display at the Museum on June 8:
• José Manuel Ballester: Concealed Spaces
• Deep Blue by Javier Velasco
• Spanish Colonial Art: The Beauty of Two Traditions

Image: Ebony Patterson, Brella Krew (detail), 2012-2013, From the Family series, (Detail of 3 panel triptych), Image courtesy the artist and Monique Meloche Gallery

City Theatre Summer Shorts At The Arsht Center 6/7/13-6/30/13

City Theatre’s Summer Shorts At The Arsht Center
summershortsFriday, June 7 – Sunday, June 30, 2013
Carnival Studio Theater  
1300 Biscayne Blvd.
Miami, FL
Book Online

Hilarious, Touching and Unforgettable – All New and Funnier Than Ever!
 
Summer kicks off with the hilarious and provocative Summer Shorts Festival with an incredible line-up of scripts penned by the country’s best writers including City Theatre National Short Play Competition winners, Summer Shorts is the most fun 90 minutes you’ll have all summer. Summer Shorts comes along once a year so reserve your tickets now! This June it’s your turn to laugh your way into Summer!
 
Make It A Theater Party And Save 15%
Book Your Group Today 786-468-2326
 
Co-presented with the Adrienne Arsht Center.

City Theatre Summer Shorts At The Arsht Center 6/7/13-6/30/13

City Theatre’s Summer Shorts At The Arsht Center
summershortsFriday, June 7 – Sunday, June 30, 2013
Carnival Studio Theater  
1300 Biscayne Blvd.
Miami, FL
Book Online

Hilarious, Touching and Unforgettable – All New and Funnier Than Ever!
 
Summer kicks off with the hilarious and provocative Summer Shorts Festival with an incredible line-up of scripts penned by the country’s best writers including City Theatre National Short Play Competition winners, Summer Shorts is the most fun 90 minutes you’ll have all summer. Summer Shorts comes along once a year so reserve your tickets now! This June it’s your turn to laugh your way into Summer!
 
Make It A Theater Party And Save 15%
Book Your Group Today 786-468-2326
 
Co-presented with the Adrienne Arsht Center.

Photographs of High Heels & Handshakes Fundraiser for Safespace at The Clevelander in Marlins Ballpark on 5/22/13

High Heels & Handshakes fundraiser for Safespace Foundation at The Clevelander in Marlins Ballpark on Wednesday, May 22, 2013.

Safespace Mission Statement: “The Safespace Foundation is a non-profit 501(c) (3) organization committed to the advocacy and empowerment of domestic violence victims and survivors through our collaboration and support of the Miami-Dade County agencies and other entities that provide emergency shelter, transitional housing and financial assistance to these individuals. We also pledge to educate our community on the destructive impact domestic violence has on our children, families, congregations and work environment in order to ensure social justice and support for the victims while planting the seeds of positive change for the future.”

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Festivals On Fire 1st Annual Conference & Exhibition 6/20/13

Festivals On Fire 1st Annual Conference & Exhibition
festivalJune 20, 8:30-10:30 AM 
Jungle Island 
1111 Parrot Jungle Trail
Miami, FL 33132  
www.festivalsmiami.com
www.facebook.com/gmfea  
Members $35          (Guests $35)
Non-Members $85  (Guests $35)  
Purchase Tickets Online

"Festivals On Fire" Conference & Exhibition will provide event planning professionals the chance to learn about products & services to help their festival or event exceed its goal, network with other industry professionals and attend informative and cutting-edge workshops.
 
GMFEA’s “Festivals On Fire” Conference & Exhibition will provide event planning professionals the chance to:  
learn about new vendors’ products & services to enhance their festival or event in the exhibit hall
network with other industry professionals 
attend workshops on sponsorship strategies
 
Ticket Price Includes:
Access to all workshop sessions featuring presentations from industry leaders, a continental breakfast, trade show floor exhibits and entertainment, reception and networking lunch with performance showcase. 
 
Event Schedule:
9:00-10:00am     Registration / Continental Breakfast
9:00am                Trade Show Opens
10:00-10:45am   Workshop 1 
11:00-11:45am   Workshop 2 
12.00-1:00pm     Networking Reception
1:00pm                 Trade Show Closes
1:00-2:30pm        Lunch / Performance Showcase

Big Truck Day at Miami Science Museum 6/16/13

Big Truck Day
Sunday, June 16, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Miami Science Museum
3280 South Miami Avenue
Miami, FL 33129
Dads Receive Free Admission With a Paid Child’s Admission.

Miami Science Museum celebrates Father’s Day with big truck fun! Sponsored by Ryder, Big Truck Day includes kids’ activities, raffles, giveaways and trucks galore for the whole family in honor of all amazing dads. The museum’s parking lot will be filled with Ryder Trucks, Miami-Dade County’s hybrid trucks and more with which to interact, as well as food trucks if attendees get hungry. Dads get in free on Father’s Day with a paid child’s admission; children & adults regular Museum admission.

Fabulous First Friday at Miami Science Museum 6/7/13

Fabulous First Friday
Friday, June 7, Evening
Miami Science Museum
3280 South Miami Avenue
Miami, FL 33129

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

The museum’s famous Laser Shows are in the Planetarium. Each show requires a separate ticket. Laser Show admission is $4 per child, $8 per adult. Showtimes are:
8 p.m.:  “Pop” (Family Laser Show)
9 p.m.:  Best of the Beatles
10 p.m.:  Bob Marley
11 p.m.:  Pink Floyd: Dark Side of the Moon
Midnight:  Bob Marley

The museum’s Activity Room for kids is a fun alternative for the little ones. Hands-on activities and demonstrations for kids ages 3 and older take place from 8–9 p.m. in the Space Gallery.

Femme Fabulous Women’s Empowerment Expo 7/12/13

Femme Fabulous Women’s Empowerment Expo
Friday, 07/12/2013, 09:00 am – 07:00 pm
FemmeFabNewBannerDeauville Beach Resort
6701 Collins Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33141
Webpage Link

The ultimate 2 day shopping event in Miami for the Femme Fabulous at Deauville Beach Resort in Miami Beach, FL. Be introduced to a variety of products and services in industries such as Fashion, Beauty, Health, Fitness, Food, Wine, Spa, Art and Music. Featuring over 20 Pop Up Shops, Fashion Shows, Raffles, Give-a-ways and so much more. VIP attendees will receive complimentary gift bags filled with products samples, gift certificates and coupons for the Femme Fabulous

Educate Tomorrow 10th Annual Wine Tasting and Silent Auction 5/30/13

Educate Tomorrow 10th Annual Wine Tasting and Silent Auction
educatetomorrowMay 30, 2013, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Briza on the Bay
1717 N. Bayshore Dr.
Beside the Marina of the Doubletree Grand
Miami, FL 33132

Tickets:  Wine Tasting Tickets Price: $50.00

Educate Tomorrow, an international non-profit organization based in South Florida, will host its 10th Anniversary Wine Tasting & Silent Auction. Proceeds will help support Educate Tomorrow’s core Mission of creating independence for foster youth and other disadvantaged youth through education, mentoring and life skills training.

The 10th Anniversary Wine Tasting & Silent Auction will be held at Briza on the Bay, at one of Miami’s premier event locations. E&J Gallo Winery, International Wine Imports and Jaguar Ceviche Spoon Bar & Latam Grill are among those in-kind sponsors that will provide fabulous food and fine wine. The Silent Auction will feature lavish items such as exclusive sports tickets, cruises, spa packages and rare, collectible wines.

The Art Basel Effect: Partnerships and Outreach Workshop 5/28/13

The Art Basel Effect: Partnerships and Outreach Workshop
May 28, 2013, 9:00 am -12 pm
Adrienne Arsht Center
1300 Biscayne Blvd.
Miami
 
As part of the 2013 Miami Arts Marketing Project Workshop Series, the Arts and Business Council of Miami will present The Art Basel Effect:  Partnerships and Outreach.  Art Basel Miami Beach features the perfect marriage of arts and business. Hundreds of high-end companies host private parties, pop up exhibitions and roving ads on cars, carts and even people. The success of the event has created an arts week unequaled anywhere in the world with satellite art fairs and parties that envelope the entire city. Local museums, restaurants, fashion-forward retailers and manufacturers all contribute to the art/design zeitgeist with related programming. What lessons can our cultural community learn about branding, partnering with business and collaborating that we can use year round?  You will get tips from the insiders on how your arts group can capture the collaborative spirit including how to bring in new patrons, sell tickets, partner more fully with sponsors and attract attention.  For more information about this workshop and to reserve your seat, please call 305.326.1021.

Miami Style Fusion 6/22/13

Miami Style Fusion
Saturday, 06/22/2013, 07:00 pm – 03:00 am
Cover-2Nina Torres Fine Art Gallery
1800 N Bayshore Drive,
Miami, Florida 33132
Facebook Link

Fashion, Art & Music Event for Charity
benefiting the Arielle Anacker Cancer Foundation

Interested in Sponsoring or Donations please contact Jessica Saiontz @ 305 484-7747

For Press and Media info please contact Jessie Rosario @ 407 535-9604

Art submission for viewing, sale or auction please contact Dimitri @ 954 560-3464

DATE: June 22, 2013
TIME: 7pm – 3 am
LOCATION: Nina Torres Fine Art Gallery

StyleFusion is Leading Fashion Designers and Buyers
Showcased in a Multi-Branded Entertainment Environment
Internationally known Models, Artists and Performers
Meet & Greet the Principal Designers, Sponsors and Buyers
Celebrity Fashionistas, Stylists and Top Fashion Media

Businesses are Welcome to Donate Goods and Services to Charity
Designer Jewelry, Art Works, Fashion Accessories, Services

Music by DJ/Producer Maximus 3000

TICKETS ON SALE NOW – $25 Online or $40 at the Door

At Show Clix http://www.showclix.com/event/3750698

At Eventbrite http://style-fusion-eorg.eventbrite.com/
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Cosmetics by Jennifer Bradley
MUA Sandra Bonilla

Models, Artists and Musicians

Models

Diane Trivelli
Kimberly Gambino
Gianina Acevedo
Diane Trivelli
Kimberlee Etheridge
Karina Encarnacion
Cristina Encarnacion
Michelle Surrena
Kairee Hall
Mai Dang

Artists

Anastasia Warhol
Dimitri Sculptor
Jennifer Martin
Salvatore Zagami

Music Performances

Jayquan
Evie Cruz
Rob Allen
Arlene G
Sheenah Singh

CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP

• Retail Product Placement Exclusivity
Retail Sampling / Product Demonstration

• Branding and Logo Signage Placed throughout Venue.
Video Advertisement, Product Animations, Logo Projections

• Branding of Merchandise, Accessories, Bar Essentials and Special Promotional Items

• Modeled staff displaying consumer clothing/apparel and retail sample items for giveaways

• Gift Bag Placements to promote Designer Brand Names

• Red Carpet, Step-and Repeat at Venue Entrance

• Custom Promotions, Installations and On-Site Visibility Matching Sponsorship Pledges and Goal Oriented Placement

Dinosaurs Invade Miami Children’s Museum 6/8/13-1/5/14

Dinosaurs Invade Miami Children’s Museum
June 8, 2013 – January 5, 2014
Miami Children’s Museum
980 MacArthur Causeway
Watson Island, Miami
www.miamichildrensmuseum.org

Entrance to the exhibit is included in each regular admission to the Museum. Admission is $16 for adults and children, $12 for Florida Residents, free for children under 1 year and admission for Members is complimentary.

Hordes of Jurassic reptiles will be roaming around the Miami Children’s Museum (MCM) as Dino Island returns.  From June 8th, 2013 through January 5th, 2014, the dinosaurs will make their home at the Museum, 980 MacArthur Causeway on Watson Island in Miami.  MCM and Kokoro, the originators and innovators of the life like museum-quality robotic dinosaurs, will once again transform the Museum’s What’s New? Gallery into a prehistoric adventureland for the entire family. 
 
Enter MCM’s time machine and journey back 230 million years into the Jurassic and Cretaceous periods when giant dinosaurs roamed the earth.  Visitors young and old will explore 2,500 square feet of custom sets that are home for lifelike, robotic creatures, including a Tyrannosaurus Rex, Apatosaurus, Triceratops mother and baby, Maiasaura family, and a suspended Pteradon.  Children will see them walking, feeding, roaring, fighting, hatching and caring for their young, all acting and interacting with captivating realism. Families will stay clear of the volcano that erupts periodically with sound, lights and smoke, experience a murky swamp with bubbling water, and relax in a cave with a “fireside” reading nook area and much more. 

Dino Island will entertain and educate children as they learn about scale through an interactive light display, experience the magnitude of dinosaurs’ size with a life size footprint, learn the difference between meat and plant eating dinosaurs, and discover the evolution of dinosaurs into birds, their closest living descendents.  In addition to fulfilling the fascination, children and families will experience dinosaur habitats, unearth mysteries at a fun fossil dig station, and create unique pieces of art at rub stations. 
 
Dino Island is a marvelous adventure of self-discovery for the whole family.

The Miami Children’s Museum offers bilingual and interactive exhibits; programs and classes and learning materials related to arts, culture, community and communication.  They have 14 interactive galleries as well as housing many exciting and fun traveling exhibits.  Miami Children’s Museum (MCM) is dedicated to enriching the lives of all children by fostering a love of learning and enabling children to realize their highest potential. Through arts and educational programs, MCM seeks to include and target all audiences in Miami’s changing and diverse community by becoming the "town center" for Miami-Dade County’s children and families.

Time Travel Easy and Exciting at Miami Children’s Museum’s Summer Camp 6/10/13-8/23/13

Time Travel Easy and Exciting at Miami Children’s Museum’s Summer Camp
June 10 – August 23, 2013
Monday – Friday from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Miami Children’s Museum
980 MacArthur Causeway
Miami, FL
www.miamichildrensmuseum.org

Fees are $198.00 per week for MCM members and $220.00 per week for Non-Members. Fee also includes a camp t-shirt and a Subway lunch is available for an additional fee. Parents are encouraged to register prior to the start of camp to avoid the $20.00 walk-in fee at the start of every week.  Before Care is available at $25.00 per week while After Care is $60.00.

To register for Camp, please call 305.373.KIDS (5437), ext. 112 or visit www.miamichildrensmuseum.org or at the museum.

Campers must bring their own lunch and snack or purchase them from our Subway location.  MCM also offers extended care that caters to working parents and their busy schedules. Before care is from 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. while After Care is from 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Both are available daily at an additional per week fee.

And MCM is not just for kids. The Museum seeks volunteers ages 12 and up to assist with camp and work closely with the kids to provide a fun, safe and memorable experience for all campers. Interested candidates should call 305.373.KIDS (5437), ext. 119 to sign up today!

Now your children can spend the summer traveling through time to new and exciting adventures.  Miami Children’s Museum presents another summer of fun with their Time Travel Summer Camp at the Museum located conveniently between Downtown Miami and Miami Beach for 11 weeks.   Campers from Pre-K (3  years) through 5th Grade will enjoy a fun-filled learning experience as they travel through time from the very prehistoric beginnings to way into the future, while developing new interests, and making new friends.  And when they travel to the land of Dinosaurs, they can experience the Museum’s latest hands on attraction, Dino Island, which opens on June 8th. Campers can join camp for a week or all summer long!

Whether part of MiChiMu Travel Team 1 (Pre K – 2nd Grade) or part of Team 2 (3rd to 5th Grade), campers can experience weekly time travel adventures, all within a safe hands on learning environment. Each week we will visit a different time period through interactive stories, hands-on projects, performances, and more! Campers will participate in fun and unique activities that support literacy, health and nutrition, art making and creative thinking skills.

From Dinosaur Time Machine to Heroes and Heroines of Ancient Greece to Tea Time with the Emperor to MCM into the Future and more, there is a world of exciting adventures to be found each week.  Campers will also study Ancient Egypt, Rome and Mayan civilizations and check out the Ice Age and dive deep down into the South Florida seas.  Classes include explorations of the museum’s galleries, playgrounds, and field trips (for campers ages 7-10 only).

Miami Children’s Museum offers bilingual and interactive exhibits; programs and classes and learning materials related to arts, culture, community and communication.  MCM has 14 interactive galleries and houses many exciting and fun traveling exhibits.
                       
Miami Children’s Museum is dedicated to enriching the lives of all children by fostering a love of learning and enabling children to realize their highest potential.  Through arts and educational programs, MCM seeks to include and target all audiences in Miami’s changing and diverse community by becoming the “town center” for Miami-Dade County’s children and families.

RA Sushi in South Miami’s 9th Annual Nicky’s Week 5/26/13-6/1/13

RA Sushi in South Miami’s 9th Annual Nicky’s Week
Sunday, 05/26/2013 – Saturday, June 1, 11:00 am –
RA_NW2013_WebGraphic_714x264RA Sushi South Miami
5829 SW 73rd Street,
Miami, Florida 33143
Facebook Link

RA Sushi in South Miami hosts its ninth annual “Nicky’s Week” fundraiser from Sunday, May 26, through Saturday, June 1, during which 100 percent of proceeds from the sale of a variety of menu items such as Edamame, Tootsy Maki roll, Shrimp Nigiri, Pork Gyoza, Chicken Yakitori and Garlic Citrus Yellowtail Tapas, plus select beverages, will benefit St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital.

The annual fundraiser was developed in memory of St. Jude patient Nicholas “Nicky” Mailliard, of Scottsdale, Ariz., who lost a long battle with brain cancer in February 2005 at the age of 13. As a nephew of one of RA Sushi’s founders, Nicky held a special place in the hearts of RA Sushi associates throughout the organization. RA Sushi initiated the fundraiser to honor the memory of Nicky and to raise awareness and funds for St. Jude, where no child is ever turned away because of a family’s inability to pay for medical treatments.

The Better Than Ever Super Open House Reunion 6/1/13

The Better Than Ever Super Open House Reunion
Saturday, 06/01/2013, 10:00 pm –
mcc_logoMagic City Casino
450 NW 37 Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link

Come relive a true Miami 1970’s House Party with the “Better Than Ever Super Open House Dance Reunion” starring entertainer, Peter Fernandez. The audience can expect a spectacular light show by Joe Electro and electrifying dance hits spun by Carlos DJ Sonic.

• Admission to Stage 305 is free.

• Limited VIP tables are available and can be reserved by calling 305-649-3000 ext. 3429.

• For more information, visit www.magiccitycasino.com.

Dr. Noel Tichy Speaks at the Leadership Lectures Series at FIU 6/4/13

Dr. Noel Tichy to Speak at the Leadership Lectures Series at FIU
Tuesday, June 4, 2013 – 3:30pm
College of Business Complex, CBC 232
11200 SW 8th Street.
Miami, FL
register online
lead.fiu.edu

The Center for Leadership at Florida International University is pleased to announce that Dr. Noel Tichy, a distinguished professor, renowned author and an expert at training leaders in Fortune 500 companies, will visit the Modesto Maidique campus on June 4.

Dr. Tichy will deliver a discussion-style presentation and share insights from his most recently co-authored book, Judgment on the Front Line: How Smart Companies Win by Trusting Their People, at 3:30 p.m. at the College of Business Complex, CBC 232 located at 11200 SW 8th Street. The lecture, which is part of the Center’s The Leadership Lectures series, is free and open to the public. A book signing and reception will follow.
Judgment on the Front Line, co-authored with Chris DeRose, focuses on empowering front-line associates to gain unique insight into the customers, competition and inner workings of their organizations.

“We are honored to host Dr. Tichy, a leading management expert with decades of leadership practice and research, at FIU,” said Modesto A. Maidique, president emeritus of FIU and executive director of the Center for Leadership. “Along with his highly-regarded literary contributions and work in academia, his real-world success with some of the world’s top companies has set Dr. Tichy apart.” 

Dr. Tichy is a former professor of Management & Organizations at the Ross School of Business at The University of Michigan. He first gained respect for his work at General Electric in the 1980s, where as head of GE’s Leadership Center, he directed the company’s management education and spearheaded its transformation to action learning. Dr. Tichy later began providing consulting services in both the private and public sectors as a senior partner in Action Learning Associates, where he expanded his clientele to include Best Buy, PepsiCo, Coca Cola, Daimler-Benz, GM, Nokia, Nomura Securities, PepsiCo, Royal Dutch Shell and 3M.

Recognized by BusinessWeek and Business 2.0 as one of the “Top 10 Management Gurus,” Dr. Tichy is highly regarded as a staple of management literacy, having written several articles and books and served on the editorial boards of a variety of management publications. He was also the founding editor and chief of Human Resource Management. 

The Leadership Lectures series, presented by Mercantil Commercebank, features world-class, accomplished and influential leaders with expertise ranging from business and philanthropy to public service and academic research. The main goal of the series is to allow the South Florida community to have access to the expertise, advice and best practices of some the world’s foremost leadership minds.

Curves For C.O.P.E. 5/30/13

Curves For C.O.P.E.
Thursday, 05/30/2013, 05:30 pm – 09:00 pm
Power-Fit-StudiosOpera Tower
1750 North Bayshore Drive,
Miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link

Powerfit Studios to host “Curves for C.O.P.E.” event with complimentary workouts, massages, hors d’oeuvres, “skinny” martinis and valet parking on May 30, 2013 from 5:30 to 9:00 p.m. at Opera Tower. Hall of Famer Andre “The Hawk” Dawson will be on hand to sign autographs and Lisa Remeny and Carl Juste will display fine art, requested donations start at just $20. For more information and to RSVP please email RSVPCurve@gmail.com or call
786-287-8487.

MANO Fine Art presents Part of A Conversation – Reception with the Artists 5/18/13

MANO Fine Art presents Part of A Conversation – Reception with the Artists
Saturday, 05/18/2013, 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
MANO-Fine-Art-presents-Part-of-A-Conversation-e-blast-versionMANO Fine Art Project Space
4225 SW 75 Ave (2nd Flr),
Miami, Florida 33155
Facebook Link

MANO Fine Art presents an extraordinary visual interplay of art and language. The exhibition entitled “Part of A Conversation” features contemporary works by twelve Miami-based artists. The works are as individual as the artists themselves with the common denominator being the combination of text and imagery to create provocative insightful and playful visual dialogues with the viewer. Passages of text, letter forms and remarkable gestural strokes that suggest writing yet remain illegible engage the viewer to “read” the artworks. While other works focus on repetitive patterns, such as linear rows and geometric shapes. Mostly, however, “reading” the artwork encourages viewers to be part of a conversation.

Bird Road Art Walk-May 18th (& every 3rd Saturday) 5/18/13

Bird Road Art Walk-May 18th (& every 3rd Saturday)
Sunday, 05/18/2013, 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Every-3rd-Saturday_edited-2Bird Road Art District
The Bird Road Art District is conveniently located just off of the Palmetto Expressway (SR 826) and Bird Road (SW 40th Street). The majority of the studios are located off of SW 75 Ave & SW 74 Ave.,
4225 SW 75 Ave, Florida 33155
Webpage Link

The Bird Road Art District invites you to share their passion for art during the Bird Road Art Walk.

In 2011, Miami New Times ranked The Bird Road Art Walk as Miami’s Best Art Walk. Since then the Bird Road Art Walk has continued growing and has gotten even better. Visitors to the area will find a thriving community of artists who open their studios, galleries, art schools and alternative spaces to the public.

We invite the art-loving public to join us on Saturday, May 18th from 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, for an evening of art and the opportunity to go behind the scenes and meet the artists in their own studios which normally are only open by appointment.

The Art Walk takes place just east of the Palmetto Expressway’s 40th Street Exit and just south of 40th Street (also known as “Bird Road”). Enjoy ample free parking, a complimentary shuttle service and start your Art Walk at any of the participating studios. Click on link for listing: http://www.thebirdroadartdistrict.com/Bird-Road-Art-Walk.html

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

Since the 1980s, the Bird Road Art Districts’ slanted warehouses, antique stores and overall industrial vibe have provided a haven for artists. Today visitors will find a thriving community of more than 40 artists and an up and coming art scene, featuring a broad range of contemporary, emerging and established artists working in a variety of mediums.

Stay Connected with the Bird Road Art District:
phone:l: 305.467.6819
web: http://www.thebirdroadartdistrict.com/
facebook:Bird Road Art District
twitter:@BirdRoadArts

Social Technology: How the Convergence of Marketing and Technology Blazes Pathways to Business Growth 5/23/13

Social Technology: How the Convergence of Marketing and Technology Blazes Pathways to Business Growth
Thursday, 05/23/2013, 06:00 pm – 08:30 pm
The LAB Miami
400 NW 26th Street,
Miami, Florida 33127
Webpage Link

The South Florida Technology Alliance (SFTA) and LAB Miami will host a business technology education program featuring a panel discussion titled, “Social Technology: How the Convergence of Marketing and Technology Blazes Pathways to Business Growth”. The panel moderated by David Carr, Editor of InformationWeek will focus on how dynamic companies are harnessing new social and collaborative communication strategies and tools to drive business growth.

South Florida Technology Summit 5/22/13

South Florida Technology Summit
Sunday, 05/22/2013, 01:00 pm – 09:00 pm
SFL_TECH_SUMMIT_JPGMiami Airport Convention Center
171 Nw 23 Street,
Miami, Florida 33127
RSVP Link

TOP TECH BRANDS TO SHOWCASE NEW TECHNOLOGY AT FIRST ANNUAL
“SOUTH FLORIDA TECHNOLOGY SUMMIT”

Presented by TigerDirect.com and in collaboration with The LAB and Refresh Miami, the free, one-of-a-kind technology summit will feature the latest electronics, keynote speakers, workshops and panels, including RefreshMiami’s “Demo Night”

MIAMI, FL – On Wednesday, May 22, 2013, experience the latest in tech and electronics at the first annual “South Florida Technology Summit” presented by TigerDirect.com in collaboration with The LAB and Refresh Miami. As South Florida’s technology scene continues to evolve and advance, the South Florida Technology Summit, to be held at the Miami Airport Convention Center, is the best place to learn about today’s hottest gadgets and prepare for future advancement with workshops, tutorials, presentations, keynotes and exhibits. Divided into business and consumer portions, the Summit will be open to the public. Complimentary tickets are now available via www.sfltechsummit.eventbrite.com.

Tech enthusiasts, business owners and interested party-goers alike are encouraged to attend this inspiring and information-packed event, as we bring some of the world’s most recognized technology companies together under one roof. Intel, Microsoft, Sony, Dell, Samsung, LG, Toshiba and Canon are among those who will showcase their latest products, some of which have yet to reach the public. Attendees can also expect practitioners from world-class businesses, product executives, top representatives from leading vendors and influencers to be on hand, many of whom will take to the stage to discuss the latest trends and the future of tech.

In addition, the Summit will offer bites and cocktails alongside on-site entertainment including the ultimate personal entertainment experience: Dell’s Ovei Pod, an immersive, state-of-the-art digital media experience capsule that allows users to access, experience, interact with and enjoy any media source including movies and gaming.

Schedule:

1pm – 5pm: Business Hours
Businesses are the emphasis from 1pm to 5pm, complete with dedicated seminars every 30 minutes. This portion will focus on everything you need to know about the latest technology and ideas for your business to make it more productive, enhance the employee/consumer experience and take it to the next level.

5pm – 9pm: Consumer Hours
Consumers will enjoy complimentary food and beverages in addition to all the great gear from 5pm to 9pm, plus the opportunity to win prizes, including laptops and tablets, and speak with today’s most exciting thought leaders in the tech field.

7pm – close: RefreshMiami: Demo Night

RefreshMiami will host their popular “Demo Night”, where 10 local tech companies demo their products and ideas and are given 5 minutes each to do so. Learn about how the world of technology converges with our daily lives as these businesses try to sell their concept to a panel of expert judges. Tickets to this specific event may be attained via link.

The Lab Workshops:

The Lab will host four to six 15-minute workshops throughout the day. Topics will include but are not limited to:

• Product Photography
• Crowd-based Principles
• NFC Technology
• Social Entrepreneurship
• Collaborative Doodling
• Pitching to VCs
• Applying to Accelerators
• Hardware Hacking

The first annual South Florida Technology Summit will take place from 5pm to 9pm at the Miami Airport Convention Center (MACC) located at 777 NW 72nd Ave, Miami, FL 33126. The event is free and open to the public. Tickets are available via www.sfltechsummit.eventbrite.com.

ABOUT TIGERDIRECT.COM
For over 20 years, TigerDirect (http://www.tigerdirect.com) has served the needs of both personal and business computer users, selling consumer electronics, computers, digital media technology and peripherals via catalog, business to business, and Internet channels. TigerDirect is a subsidiary of Systemax Inc.

ABOUT THE LAB MIAMI
The LAB Miami is a 10,000sqft+ work-learn campus for social and tech innovation. Of the 100+ companies already taking space, the LAB Miami’s members range from freelancers, early-stage startups and nonprofits to companies with multiple funding rounds, international VCs, and traditional SMBs. www.thelabmiami.com

ABOUT REFRESHMIAMI
Refresh Miami, a non-profit organization, is the largest grassroots entrepreneurial and technology community in South Florida. Meeting monthly, Refresh regularly attracts hundreds of people who are coming together to improve the startup and technology scene in greater Miami. Over 5,000 members strong, Refresh is a driving force behind the Miami tech scene. www.refreshmiami.com

MEDIA CONTACTS:

THE WORKSHOP
Lorelle Kahn | Lorelle@workshopcollective.com | 305.458.0940
Megan Pope | Megan@workshopcollective.com | 323.397.5667

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The Wedding Salon 6/10/13

The Wedding Salon
Monday, 06/10/2013, 04:00 pm – 08:00 pm
tabletop2EPIC Hotel
270 Biscayne Blvd. Way,
Miami, Florida 33131
Buy Tickets Link

Come to the Wedding Salon on June 10th in Miami to discover the best resources for your wedding. Indulge in cake tastings by Ana Paz Cakes, cocktails, beauty makeovers with celebrity make-up artists, honeymoon giveaways and fabulous goody bags featuring Fekkai. For a special $15 ticket for you and a guest (a $75 value), RSVP with code MCLP at www.WeddingSalon.com.

Additional Information: Attendee must be engaged, and is allowed one guest only. All parties must arrive together and be 21 and over.

Free Your mind Festival 5/23/13

Free Your mind Festival
Thursday, 05/23/2013, 09:00 pm –
free-your-mind-pax2 PAX Performing Arts eXchange
337 SW 8th street ,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link

Free Like Me
Links

Free Like Me defines the era of “Happiness Music” – causing multiple episodes of ecstatic joy, rampages of gratitude, and flare ups of freedom & unity. With high-energy rhythms, powerful unique vocals and meaningful conscious lyrics. They will take you on a journey of “rootsy”, acoustic, fun conscious sounds! With unforgettable melodies and high energy Rhythms they will have you singing along, dancing and will leave you smiling and wanting more!

Bachaco and Friends Live at Eve WorldSounds Groove Clandestine Party: Special Edition for Peace and Unity 5/17/13

Bachaco and Friends Live at Eve WorldSounds Groove Clandestine Party: Special Edition for Peace and Unity
Friday, 05/17/2013, 08:00 pm – 03:00 am
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1306 N Miami Ave, Miami, Florida 33132,
Miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link
Tickets: $10 pre-sale – RSVP Here
Ladies Drink Free Until 10pm.
Age Limit: 18+

This Friday, May 17: Miami’s Monthly Clandestine Party.

The best international music and art, Afro-Caribbean Roots Rock, Reggae, Dancehall, Cumbia, ElecTropical and much more!

Bachaco – Reggae-Rock www.bachacomusic.com
Mrpauer – Electropico www.mrpauer.com
Free Like Me – World Fusion www.freelikeme.com.au
TAMBOKA – Afro-Caribbean Soul https://www.facebook.com/1Tamboka
Kulcha Shok DJ – Reggae www.kulchashok.com
Venezuela Vigente – Apoyando la PAZ en Venezuela www.venezuelavigente.com

Photographs of Ultimate Miami Dessert Competition featuring Rob Schneider at Magic City Casino 05/04/2013

ULTIMATE MIAMI DESSERT COMPETITION FEATURES ROB SCHNEIDER

Rob Schneider performed at the Ultimate Miami Dessert competition where finalists will competed for a cash prize of $5,000 and the title of Ultimate Miami Dessert on Saturday, May 4  at Stage 305 at Magic City Casino – 450 NW 37 Avenue in Miami, FL 33125.

The panel of judges at the Ultimate Miami Dessert competition included Where Magazine South Florida editor, Aurora Rodriguez, and radio personality and co-host of 610AM WIOD’s South Florida’s First News, Manny Munoz.

For more information on and other event details, visit www.theultimatemiami.com or call 305-631-4536.

 

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Ultimate Miami Dessert 2013 - Shelley Frievalt

 

Photographs of Ultimate Miami Comedian featuring Jon Lovitz at Magic City Casino 05/03/2013

Miami’s Ultimate Comedian Forrest Shaw Crowned

Emmy nominated comedian, Jon Lovitz, performed at the Ultimate Miami Comedian competition where finalists competed for a cash prize of $5,000 and the title of the Ultimate Miami Comedian.  The event took place on Friday, May 3 at 9pm at  Stage 305 at Magic City Casino.  The panel of judges at the Ultimate Miami Comedian included Where Magazine South Florida editor, Aurora Rodriguez and radio personality and co-host of 610AM WIOD’s South Florida’s First News, Manny Munoz.

Forrest Shaw killed it, he was absolutely hilarious, joking about the onerous cost of organic food ( Do I want the $2 poisoned grapes or the $20 non lethal grapes….) and how his cock looks now compared to 20 years ago.  He earned the cash he took home that night without having to resort to sexual favors. This heralded local comic who has toured the country opening for the deliriously funny Jim Jefferies will be moving to LA and will be sorely missed. We have a feeling we will see this funny bastard in the national spotlight quite soon. Good Luck Forrest.

Forrest-Shaw

Ultimate Miami Comedian 2013 - Forrest Shaw

 

Photographs from The Arc of South Florida’s Summer Spree Auction by Mr Q 305

The Arc of South Florida held their Summer Spree Auction which is the hottest travel and leisure auction in town, sponsored by American Airlines on Friday May 10th, 2013 at the Marriott Miami Airport.

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Auctioneer Michael Guyer in action.
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Dwayne Wade autographed photo. Among the may items in the silent auction.

Auctioneer Michael Guyer, was in charge of the live auction. There were also hundreds of silent auction items.

The auction featured a wealth of vacation packages and short getaways, great restaurants, passes for cultural and sporting activities and events, wonderful goods and pampering services.

There was a spectacular trip to Argentina with stays at Lois Suites in Buenos Aires and at Iguassu Falls and Design Suites in Bariloche, there were trips to the colorful Caribbean hosted by Point Grace Resort & Spa in the lush Turks and Caicos island, all including round-trip air on American Airlines. Ten nights around California, also with air on American Airlines, featuring stays at the Marriott San Diego Gaslamp Quarter, Marriott Anaheim, Marriott Santa Ynez Valley, San Francisco Marriott Marquis and Courtyard by Marriott Vallejo Napa Valley. Other land-only offers included “A Week in La Belle France with stays at several Marriott hotels,” “Savor the Flavor of Brazil” with stays at the JW Marriott Rio and the Renaissance Sao Paulo, a Portugal one-Week Escape at the Four Seasons Fairways in Algarve,” and an African Safari among others. Shorter stay trips included the Marriott Athens Ledra, Marriott Copenhagen, The Stones Hotel Legion Bali and many more international and national trips.

Closer to home there were a large number of restaurants offering gourmet dinners, cultural affairs and concerts and much more.

Every dollar raised at the event (tickets sales, auction proceeds) will go directly to The Arc of South Florida’s programs for Adults and Children with Intellectual and developmental disabilities.

The Arc of South Florida is a local chapter of The Arc, one of the largest volunteer organizations in the U.S. Founded in 1953 by a group of concerned parents, The Arc of South Florida serves the over 60,000 Miami-Dade County citizens with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Arc of South Florida’s two-fold purpose is to ensure the rights of all persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities through ongoing advocacy, and to provide specialized programs and services to help individuals lead meaningful and fulfilling lives. The Arc of South Florida has programs in ten locations throughout Miami-Dade County, employs over one hundred seventy individuals, and serves hundreds of participants and their families on a daily basis. For more information visit their website www.arcsofla.org

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11th Annual Florida International University Scholarship Fishing Tourament 6/1/13

11th Annual Florida International University Scholarship Fishing Tourament
Saturday, 06/01/2013, 07:00 am –
Sea Isle Marina & Yachting Center
1635 North Bayshore Dr.,
Miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link

The Florida International University Scholarship Fishing Tournament is a one day, offshore tournament featuring fishing for Dolphin. The University’s Alumni Association organizes this event and the NET proceeds go towards a scholarship program for students of the University.

Join FIU alumni and the community on Saturday, June 1st for the 11th Annual FIU Scholarship Fishing Tournament! This event is a one day, offshore tournament featuring fishing for dolphin, with fun fish, lady angler, and Jr. angler categories.

The tournament serves to raise funds for student scholarships. FIU alumni, students and members of the community are all welcome to participate.

If you’re interested in registering a team you can do so at FIUalumni.com/fishing. The cost is $350 per boat (includes 4 anglers). Additional anglers are $50 each.

If fishing isn’t your thing, you can still participate in the family fun dock party! It will be hosted at the Sea Isle Marina, starting at 2:00 pm. The dock party will consist of music, live entertainment, food, beverages and activities for all to enjoy.

For sponsorship opportunities, contact Paulina Muñoz at munozpau@fiu.edu.

For the all the latest information on the tournament, visit the event’s Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/events/489429094445448.

Photographs from Brew at the Zoo 05/04/2013

Miami’s largest beer festival returned last weekend, showcasing 100-plus local, international, and craft beers, live national acts, interactive games, animals, food and fun! New Times Brew at the Zoo featured national touring acts like Naughty by Nature, with hits like O.P.P and Hip Hop Hooray, performed live as well as Uncle Luke live on stage. 

 

Double Cross Vodka Seasonal Drink Food Mixology Event at Seasons 52

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

For more information: www.doublecrossvodka.com

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RefreshMiami: Demo Night May 2013 5/22/13

RefreshMiami: Demo Night May 2013
refreshWednesday, May 22, 2013, 7:30pm
Miami Airport Convention Center
711 NW 72nd Ave
Miami, Florida 33126

RSVP here

Lets get that entrepreneurial blood boiling!
Last month we showed almost 400 of you how to start you business with Lean Startup & Lean Analytics.

This month, come and see a bunch of -=Local=- entrepreneurs ready to pitch their hearts out to you! Join us, see what comes out of hard work, dedication, and sweat equity can do.

The Gist…
5 Companies
5 Minutes of Pitching
5 Minutes of Judge Feedback
Epic Prizes..

5 companies go into the thunder dome, one comes out…
We’re partnering with the South Florida Technology Summit to make this one of our biggest shindigs EVER!

Free Food, Free Beer, Free Wine, and Free Networking..
What more could you ask for?

Do you have a startup or product you’ve built?
Don’t worry, you can still submit your business to pitch here.

Magic City Casino Presents a Free Concert By Aaron Carter 5/18/13

Magic City Casino Presents a Free Concert By Aaron Carter
Aaron Carter JPEG 2013Saturday, May 18 at 9pm
Secada’s Lounge at Magic City Casino
450 NW 37 Avenue
Miami, FL 33125

Aaron Carter, the youngest male solo artist to have four Top 40 singles, has toured with musical powerhouses including Britney Spears and the Backstreet Boys (his brother, Nick Carter, is a member of the Backstreet Boys). A pop and hip-hop singer from Tampa, Florida, Carter rounded out his skills as a performer by working on Broadway as an actor and as a cast member on “Dancing with the Stars.” His best known hits include “Crush on You,” “I Want Candy,” “Aaron’s Party (Come Get It)” and “That’s How I Beat Shaq.”
·         Admission to Secada’s Lounge is free and includes complimentary upper level seating. 
·         Limited VIP tables are also available and can be reserved by calling 305-649-3000 ext. 3429. 
·         Secada’s Lounge, the most intimate of three stages at Magic City Casino, has presented acclaimed artists ranging from Grammy Award winner Jon Secada to the iconic 1960’s band, Jefferson Starship.
·         The Wheelin’ Dealin’ Street Food Festival, a free event, will also take place from 5pm to 10pm this evening, featuring 20 of South Florida’s most popular food trucks serving a range of gourmet specialties.
·         For more information, visit www.magiccitycasino.com.

Photographs and Review of Cochon 555 at the Four Seasons Hotel Miami

 

The EDGE Steak Bar Prevails at Cochon 555

 

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If you are a swine lover, a bad Jew or just Cuban, you are going to feel like a jackass for missing Cochon 555 this past Sunday April 21st. Cochon 555 returned to Miami a second year in its five year history at the Four Seasons in Brickell. The traveling tour  gathers five chefs, five pigs, and five wineries at ten cities throughout the country promoting sustainable farming of heritage breed pigs. This gourmet exquisite tasting featured five of Miami’s most talented chefs in an epic pork cook off competition.  Each chef had to prepare dishes using an entire 200 pound heritage-pig from snout-to-tail. Both judges and attendees voted for their favorite. The competing chefs were: EDGE Steak & Bar  Aaron Brooks, Timon Balloo from Sugarcane, Jeffrey McInnis from the gem Yardbird, David Thomas of the trendy SLS’s The Bazaar and Cesar Zapata of The Federal.  Even if you’ve never been a fan of “the other white meat” with a line-up like this, this would have been the place to try it.

The well-deserving Chef Aaron Brooks of EDGE Steak & Bar destroyed the competition and took home the trophy. In addition, guests were treated to wines from five boutique family-owned wineries including Elk Cove Vineyards, Bethel Heights,Hamacher, Montinore, and Alloro. As well as tastings from Vibrant Rioja, Anchor Brewing, Eminent Domaine, Crispin Cider and the delectable Kerrygold Cheese. Their Dubliner Cheese with Irishstout and Cashel Blue Cheese were both magnificent.

Its refreshing to attend a food competition where the judges have sophisticated palates that actually concur with our own. All five chefs had awesome food but only EDGE had zero misses. Everything they served was stupendous and earned first place by a mile. Besides the food being marvelous, they were fully stocked with a full sampling of all dishes the entire night. Other teams were incessantly missing dishes and racing to get them out, some never to be restocked, to our disappointment.

Winning platterSince EDGE was beyond sensational we are going to highlight every glorious dish they graciously served up. They started with a head cheese pastelito. The pastry was the perfect balance of salty meat and sweetness. The highlight was a deliriously addictive kielbasa that was easily, the best dish of the night. The kielbasa was served on a skewer with a cube of pink lady apples, smoked maple syrup and mustard. A porchetta sandwich with shaved foot, pickles and habanero jelly was solid, as well. Next up, was a mix of clam & pork with roasted garlic, three chilis and coconut. The way all the tastes intertwined in a savory eye-opening fashion was heavenly. There was a scrumptious smoked pork rib chili with blue cheese and fried tortillas. For dessert, an appetizing hot chocolate bacon brownie with chocolate ice cream and piggy crumbs. Kudos to Chef Aaron Brooks and his team. Flawless Victory!

We adore the Yardbird. It’s one of our favorite spots. We thought its addictive corn dog (cornmeal crusted head cheese pate with adorable tiny tubes of pork rendered dijonnaise) was the second best dish of the night. The cheese and relish stuffed mortadella dog was quite tasty, as well. They were our second favorite pork outlet.

The Bazaar by far had the most inventive dishes but only two really stood out — The butifarra fabada (Spanish style sausage, cannellini beans and cilantro) and their oaxacan chocolate, smoked lard and salt chocolate bars. They were quite creative with the bourbon and bacon cotton candy and dragon’s breath pork rinds.

Sugarcane had a scrumptious dish with its sticky rice wrapped in lotus (char Sui loin, soy marinated bacon and homemade Chinese sausage). We unfortunately never got to try their Vietnamese bun with lemongrass and tea smoked pig butt, steamed pork meatball and chili pig ear but we hear it kicked major pig ass.

The Federal also had some great dishes with its Chicago hotdog (mortadella mousse, tomato jalapeño relish and spicy mustard) as well as their cracker jacks (lard popped popcorn, salty whiskey caramel, pork skin, peanuts, cocoa nibs and chiplote).

The fest was ridiculously fun. Phenomenal food, drinks and cool people all out for a great cause. Your sexy Shedonist was blowing nitrogen smoke with Deco Drive’s Louis Aguirre and Maria the Foodaholic. There was a piggy photo booth, a cocktail competition, a tartare bar manned by Todd Erickson of Haven Lounge (one of our favorite spots in Miami), a pig was butchered and auctioned off and even a game of “Pin the tail on the Piggy.” Chef Brooks will have a chance to compete against the nine other winners at the Cochon Championship in Aspen. We probably will not be able to make it there to show our support, but based on his stellar showing he has a great shot at taking home the golden pig.

 

 

 

The HYPE on Hospitality and Tourism 5/16/13

The HYPE on Hospitality & Tourism
hypeThursday, May 16, 2013, 5:30pm
Balans & Miami Innovation Center
1951 NW 7th Avenue
South Tower, 8th Floor
Miami, FL 33131
Located in the new Miami Health District, adjacent to Wynwood

Advance Registration
$20 members | $25 nonmembers
On-site: $30 per person
Registration Link
For information contact: Crystal Renta, 305-577-5486, crenta@miamichamber.com

HYPE Miami®, the young professionals committee of the Greater Miami Chamber, invites you to a panel discussion featuring industry experts who will explore hotels, restaurants & conference centers and how their
ratings and future development, respectively, may generate larger
revenue into the South Florida economy; cruise lines and their strategy to overcome competition from other ports; and the benefits
of sports on Miami-Dade’s economy.

Speakers:
Economic Agency:
Rolando Aedo, Senior Vice President, Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau
Wendy Kallergis, President, Greater Miami Beaches & Hotel Association

Private Industry:
Marcus Bach Armas, Corporate Affairs Manager, Miami Dolphins
Aurelio Lopez, Associate Vice President, Royal Caribbean
Abe Ng, Founder and CEO, Sushi Maki Restaurants
5:30 p.m. Registration & Reception
6:30-7:30 p.m. Program

Florida Supercon 2013 7/4/13-7/7/13

Florida Supercon 2013
fscThursday, July 4: 11:00am – 3:00am
Friday, July 5: 10:00am – 3:00am
Saturday, July 6: 10:00am – 3:00am
Sunday, July 7: 10:00am – 3:00am.
The MACC
711 NW 72nd Ave
Miami, FL 33126.
www.floridasupercon.com
Tickets start at $25 in advance and $30 at the door

South Florida’s Largest Comic Book, Anime, Animation, Video Game, Fantasy, Sci-Fi and Pop Culture Convention
Over 350 Guests including George Takei, Adam Baldwin, The stars of The Walking Dead, The stars of Comic Book Men, 20th Anniversary Power Rangers Reunion, and some of the biggest names from the world of Comic Books, Anime, Animation and Science Fiction descend on Miami 4th of July weekend

Florida Supercon returns for four full days of fun. The eight year old event is South Florida’s largest geek event, and will be attended by upwards of 20,000 fans and features over 350 comic book, film, television, stage, music, and anime guests. There will be over 1,000 events, including celebrity Q&A’s, industry panels, writing workshops, video game tournaments, bands, dance parties, cosplay contests, cosplay photo shoots, Florida Super Championship Wrestling, and much more! This year’s music festival will feature over 50 national and local bands. Florida Supercon is the largest cosplay event in South Florida, with thousands of cosplayers in attendance, offering dozens of events and competitions.

Just some of the over 350 guests already announced include:
George Takei – Star Trek (Mr. Sulu), Heroes (Kaito Nakamura)
Adam Baldwin – Firefly (Jayne Cobb), Chuck (John Casey)
Chandler Riggs – The Walking Dead (Carl Grimes)
Laurie Holden – Star of Walking Dead (Andrea), The X-Files (Marita Covarrubias)
Jason David Frank – Mighty Morphin Power Rangers (Tommy, The Green Ranger)
Al Plastino – Legendary Artist of Superman and Batman, Co-Creator of Supergirl
Dave Gibbons – Legendary Artist and Co-Creator of The Watchmen, Give Me Liberty
The Comic Book Men – Stars from AMC’s Comic Book Men
Andrew Hussie – Creator of Homestuck, MS Paint Adventures
Jeremy Shada – Star of Adventure Time (Finn), Batman: The Brave and the Bold (Robin)
Hynden Walch – Star of Adventure Time (Princess Bubblegum), Teen Titans (Starfire)
Veronica Taylor – Star of Pokemon (Ash Ketchum), Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (April O’Neil)
MC Frontalot and Green Jelly – Musical Headliners

Top Writers and Artists from the Comic Book industry, such as Olivier Coipel (Artist of The X-Men, The Avengers), Nick Cardy (Legendary Comic Book Artist of Teen Titans, Aquaman), Ron Garney (Artist of Spider-Man, Uncanny X-Force), Tony Harris (Artist of Starman, Ex Machina), Tony Bedard (Writer of Green Lantern, Blue Beetle), Allen Bellman (1940’s Captain America Artist), Georges Jeanty (Artist of Buffy the Vampire Slayer), Braden Lamb (Artist of Adventure Time), Clay Mann (Artist of X-Men, Gambit), Rick Remender (Writer of Uncanny Avengers, Captain America), George Perez (Classic Artist of Superman, Teen Titans, Wonder Woman, The Avengers), Shelli Paroline (Artist of Adventure Time), Brad Walker (Artist of Superman, Guardians of the Galaxy, Green Lantern) and many more!

More stars of film and television, including Dichen Lachman (Dollhouse, Being Human, Last Resort), Traci Lords (Blade, First Wave), Theodus Crane (The Walking Dead), Travis Love (The Walking Dead), Erin Gray (Buck Rogers, Silver Spoons), Jim Kelly (Enter the Dragon), Priscilla Barnes (Three’s Company), Jett Lucas (Star Wars) and Jennifer Spence (Continuum, Stargate, The 4400).

More stars of Animation and Anime, including Richard Horvitz (Invader Zim), Brittany Karbowski (Soul Eater, Full Metal Alchemist), Gregg Berger (Transformers, G.I. Joe, Star Wars Clone Wars), Garry Chalk (Transformers, G.I. Joe), Dan Gilvezan (Spider-Man and his Amazing Friends, Transformers), Larry Kenney (Thundercats), Morgan Lofting (G.I. Joe, Transformers), Brina Palencia (One Piece, Spice and Wolf), Hal Rayle (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Transformers, G.I. Joe), Dana Snyder (Aqua Teen Hunger Force, Venture Brothers), Eric Stuart (Pokemon, Yu-Gi-Oh!) and Stephanie Young (Claymore, One Piece).

A very special 20th anniversary reunion of stars from Mighty Morphin Power Rangers w/ Jason David Frank (Tommy Oliver), Walter Jones (Zack Taylor), David Yost (Billy Cranston), Robert Axelrod (Lord Zedd), Barbara Goodson (Rita Repulsa) and Richard Horvitz (Alpha 5).

Wrestling Legends such as Sgt. Slaughter, Hacksaw Jim Duggan, Raven, Kevin Sullivan and Greg Valentine.

Some of the highlight events include Q&A’s with each of our guests, the FSC Costume Competition (with over $3,750 in cash and prizes), Florida Super Championship Wresting, the FSC Masquerade Costume and Performance Competition ($1,000 Grand Prize), FSC Masquerade Ball – An Evening at the End of Time and Space (Dr. Who themed), Video Game Industry Workshops, VIP parties, Writer workshops and much, much more!

Photographs of Philanthrofest Volunteer Appreciation Party at Soyka on 4/23/13

Philanthrofest Volunteer Appreciation Party at Soyka on Tuesday, April 23, 2013.

PhilanthroFest featured more than 100 South Florida non-profits and community agencies, art, music and dance entertainment, a kid’s zone, a community stage, healthy living section, and other family friendly attractions.

PhilanthroFest’s goal includes providing educational resources to non-profits in the areas of social media and on-line engagement, digital marketing and web development. PhilanthroFest creates collaborations between public/private partners and industry experts to create the PhilanthroFest Non-Profit Community Engagement Institutes, educational workshops and hands-on learning opportunities that help strengthen non-profits’ communications strategy, donor loyalty and volunteer engagement. PhilanthroFest helps non-profits excel while connecting the community to their cause.

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Photographs of Miami Rum Renaissance Festival Grand Tasting at Miami Airport Convention Center on 4/20/23

Miami Rum Renaissance Festival at the Miami Airport Convention Center on Saturday, April 20, 2013.  We got to sample more than 200 fine rums from all of the world. Such an amazing time so if you did not make it this year I hope to see you next year.

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Honey Shine 11th Annual Hats Off Luncheon 5/7/13

Honey Shine 11th Annual Hats Off Luncheon
honeyshineTuesday, May 7, 2013, 10:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Jungle Island
1111 Parrot Jungle Trail
Miami, FL 33132
Tickets to the luncheon cost $125 and memberships to Honey Shine begin at $250.
RSVP rsvp@honeyshine.org or (305) 854-2444

Honey Shine, a mentoring program and not-for-profit organization that encourages girls and young women by enlightening their paths and empowering their futures, announced today the return of its 11th Annual Hats Off Luncheon at Jungle Island’s Treetop Ballroom at 10:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. Tuesday, May 7. Each year Tracy Wilson Mourning, founder of Honey Shine, along with current Lady Bug members and friends of the program, don their favorite hats and attend the luncheon, which serves as the premier fundraising event to continue enriching the lives of the young girls enrolled in the program, known as the “Honey Bugs.” This year’s luncheon features award-winning journalist Louis Aguirre, anchor of DECO Drive and WSVN TV FOX 7 and two of Honey Shine’s Honey Bugs, Yolanda Jiron, age 18, and Quanthavia Stalworth, age 17. Miss Stalworth and Miss Jiron will also share their personal stories of success and serve as Mistress’ of Ceremonies.
 
More than 600 guests will enjoy the theme of this year’s luncheon, “Peace, Love, Honeyshine,” which boasts colorful, retro chic 60’s décor, a welcome reception, a silent auction featuring designer and vintage handbags, vacation stays, jewelry and more, a luncheon, and the always-anticipated “Honey Bug” Showcase – a catwalk fashion show sponsored by Aventura Mall that features select Honey Bugs, who have exemplified exceptional participation and improvement in grades. Participating models will be outfitted by Gap retail stores, who will showcase its casual Spring/Summer collection and Bloomingdale’s who will also donate items from its current spring collection. Guests are encouraged to dress casual chic and participate by wearing their favorite hats.

The Arc of South Florida’s 18th Annual Summer Spree Auction sponsored by American Airlines 5/10/13

The Arc of South Florida’s 18th Annual Summer Spree Auction sponsored by American Airlines
Friday May 10th, 2013, 5:45 p.m.
Marriott Miami Airport
1201 NW Le Jeune Road
Miami, FL
Tickets are $75.00 save $10.00 by pre-registering
www.summerspreeauction.com
305-759-8500 ext. 141. 

Food, hors d’oeuvres, wine, exciting raffle prizes, a thrilling live Auction featuring worldwide trips with Auctioneer Mr. Michael Guyer, and hundreds of silent auction items.

The auction features a wealth of vacation packages Argentina and short getaways, great restaurants, passes for cultural and sporting activities and events and wonderful goods and pampering services.  How about a trip to spectacular with stays at Lois Suites in Buenos Aires and in Iguassu Falls, and at the Design Suites in Bariloche, or to the colorful Caribbean hosted by Point Grace Resort & Spa in the lush Turks and Caicos Island–all including round-trip air on American Airlines. Ten nights around California, also with air on American Airlines, features stays at the Marriott San Diego Gaslamp Quarter, Marriott Anaheim, Marriott Santa Ynez Valley, San Francisco Marriott Marquis and Courtyard by Marriott Vallejo Napa Valley. Land-only offers include “A Week in La Belle France,” with stays at several Marriott hotels; “Savor the Flavor of Brazil” with stays at the JW Marriott Rio and the Renaissance Sao Paulo,  “A Portugal One-Week Escape” at the Four Seasons Fairways in Algarve, and an “African Safari” plus more.

Shorter stays include the Marriott Athens Ledra, Marriott Copenhagen, and thes Stones Hotel Legion Bali among many more international and national destinations. In South Florida choices include a varied number of first-class restaurants, cultural events, classical and popular concerts and kid’s attractions.

Every dollar raised from the Summer Spree night (tickets sales, auction proceeds) will go directly to The Arc of South Florida’s programs for Adults and Children with Intellectual and developmental disabilities

Free Health Assessment At Florida Blue Center 5/11/13

Free Health Assessment At Florida Blue Center
blueSaturday, May 11th 10am – 3pm
Florida Blue Center
(Across Falls Shopping Center)
8895 SW 136th St.
Miami, Florida 33176
Website
 
Stop by for a Free health assessment featuring: 
 
-Cholesterol, glucose, blood pressure and spinal screenings 
-Check your height, weight, body fat % and BMI 
-Receive a one-on-one wellness consultation with a registered nurse 
-Learn about key contacts in the community from Switchboard of Miami 
-Healthy snacks and refreshments provided by: Corner Bakery 
-Relaxing massages 
-Free gift, PLUS a chance to register-to-win a $25.00 gift card!
 
In honor of Mother’s Day, mothers will receive a FREE special gift* with this email!
*Offer Valid Only: May 11, 2013 Limited, while supplies last.

15th Annual Donor Next Door Luncheon 5/8/13

15th Annual Donor Next Door Luncheon
Wednesday, 05/08/2013, 11:00 am – 01:00 pm
Jungle Island

1111 Parrot Jungle Trail,
Miami, Florida 33132
More Info Link

Leave A Legacy and The Miami Foundation announced today that Amy Rosenberg is the recipient of the 2013 Ruth Shack Leadership Award. The award is presented to an emerging leader who represents the qualities of ethics, dedication and service to Greater Miami embodied by The Miami Foundation’s former president, Ruth Shack. She will be recognized along with the Community Champion Award recipient, David Lawrence, Jr., at the 15th Annual Donor Next Door Luncheon, Wednesday, May 8, 2013, 11 a.m. at Jungle Island.

Rosenberg is an attorney and arts advocate who founded Overtown Music Project, a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving and showcasing the tradition of music that existed for decades in Overtown. Rosenberg currently serves as co-chair of the board of directors after spending many years as the arts and social service organization’s executive director. She recently joined the National YoungArts Foundation (formerly known as the National Foundation for Advancement in the Arts).

David Lawrence, Jr. is president of The Early Childhood Initiative Foundation and leads The Children’s Movement of Florida. The Community Champion Award is given to a person who has contributed to the nonprofit community and has shown a commitment to Greater Miami through their work.

“Amy has founded a number of meaningful organizations that are serving our community. As an alumnus of our leadership program, Miami Fellows, she exemplifies the commitment to Greater Miami that we seek to instill in young leaders. This honor is well-deserved by Amy,” said Javier Alberto Soto, president and CEO of The Miami Foundation.

“This leadership award recognizes individuals in our community who have demonstrated their commitment to advancing civic engagement, public service and building bridges among diverse groups,” said Hank Raattama, shareholder at Akerman Senterfitt and co-chair of LEAVE A LEGACY. “Through Amy’s work in the community, many other people have been inspired to work toward creating a more vibrant Miami.”

National Hamburger Month Closing Party featuring Swine, Josh’s Deli, Blue Collar & Pincho Factory 5/31/13

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National Hamburger Month Closing Party featuring Swine, Josh’s Deli, Blue NHMClosingPartyPosterCollar & Pincho Factory
Friday, 05/31/2013, 11:59 pm – 03:00 am
Pincho Factory

9860 Bird Road,
Miami, Florida 33165
More Info Link

The party always has to come to an end and National Hamburger Month is no different. Pincho Factory will be hosting the National Hamburger Month Closing Party on Friday May 31st at Midnight. We have compiled a great list of Restaurants/Chefs who want to send off May 2013 in unforgettable Burger fashion. At this moment we’re not revealing what each Chef will be doing and who knows, it might stay a surprise unless you attend. Joining Nedal Ahmad of Pincho Factory will be Chef Danny Serfer of Blue Collar, Chef Josh Marcus of Josh’s Deli and from the 50 Eggs group Chef Phil Bryant of Swine Southern Table & Bar. Ponte las pilas Westchester cause this is gonna be a great one!

15th Annual Donor Next Door Luncheon Honors David Lawrence and Amy Rosenberg 5/8/13

15th Annual Donor Next Door Luncheon Honors David Lawrence and Amy Rosenberg
Amy Rosenberg headshot FINALWednesday, May 8, 2013, 11 a.m.
Jungle Island
1111 Parrot Jungle Trail
Miami, FL 33132

LEAVE A LEGACY and The Miami Foundation announced today that Amy Rosenberg is the recipient of the 2013 Ruth Shack Leadership Award. The award is presented to an emerging leader who represents the qualities of ethics, dedication and service to Greater Miami embodied by The Miami Foundation’s former president, Ruth Shack.  She will be recognized along with the Community Champion Award recipient, David Lawrence, Jr., at the 15th Annual Donor Next Door Luncheon.

Rosenberg is an attorney and arts advocate who founded Overtown Music Project, a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving and showcasing the tradition of music that existed for decades in Overtown.  Rosenberg currently serves as co-chair of the board of directors after spending many years as the arts and social service organization’s executive director.  She recently joined the National YoungArts Foundation (formerly known as the National Foundation for Advancement in the Arts).

David Lawrence headshot FINALDavid Lawrence, Jr. is president of The Early Childhood Initiative Foundation and leads The Children’s Movement of Florida.  The Community Champion Award is given to a person who has contributed to the nonprofit community and has shown a commitment to Greater Miami through their work.

“Amy has founded a number of meaningful organizations that are serving our community.  As an alumnus of our leadership program, Miami Fellows, she exemplifies the commitment to Greater Miami that we seek to instill in young leaders.  This honor is well-deserved by Amy,” said Javier Alberto Soto, president and CEO of The Miami Foundation.

“This leadership award recognizes individuals in our community who have demonstrated their commitment to advancing civic engagement, public service and building bridges among diverse groups,” said Hank Raattama, shareholder at Akerman Senterfitt and co-chair of LEAVE A LEGACY. “Through Amy’s work in the community, many other people have been inspired to work toward creating a more vibrant Miami.”

Weird Miami Bus Tours: Hosted By César Trasobares 5/4/13

Weird Miami Bus Tours: Hosted By César Trasobares
weirdmiamiSaturday, May 4th, 2013, 9:30am- 4:30pm
(bus leaves promptly at 10am)
PickUp/DropOff:
BFI #BasFisherInvitational
100 Northeast 11th Street
Miami, FL 33132

The unstoppable Weird Miami Bus Tours continues with artist/curator/art activist, César Trasobares.
Working in Miami for more than three decades Trasobares will guide us through the stranger parts
of Cuban cultural and historic landscapes that Miami has to offer.
 
In his own work, César Trasobares revels in the political fallout of Cuba’s exiles in Miami.  Primarily made through
collage, installation and performance, Trasobares focuses on the Cuban rituals that have taken root onto
American soil and that have deeply affected the social fabric of the city of Miami.
 
From the exhibition, “The Cuban Evolution," art critic Benjamin Forgey of the Washington Post notes that
"César Trasobares is the one artist in the group who confronts the bicultural situation absolutely head-on
[in a piece from Trasobares’s ‘Quinceañera’ series]." This fearless spirit will extend to Cesar as tour-guide
for the Weird Miami bus tours!
 
On Saturday, May 4th, 2013, Trasobares will discuss the Cuban cultural imprint that has been evolving in Miami
for more than half a century.  The tour will be expansive: from talking about the monumental projects Trasobares has brought to Miami as Executive Director of Miami-Dade County’s Art In Public Places Program, to the personal and miniscule; Trasobares will draw from his personal memoirs-in-progress currently titled, Among Friends.
Trasobares will not only share stories from his personal relationships with many esteemed artists, but we will
be able to hear these stories on-site!
 
The tour will meet at the BasFisherInvitational space first. From here we will venture through historic area of Miami to view site specific works of art and learn about Miami’s Cuban heritage all with the bonus of a bottomless cup of Spanish sangria!
 
Pack a snack since our lunch break will not happen until 1:30 pm.
 
César E. Trasobares (born 1949 in Holguín, Cuba), is a Cuban-American artist specializing in Collage, Installation, and Performance. In 1970 he studied in the Miami Dade Community College, Associate of Arts, in Miami, Florida. He is a graduate of Florida Atlantic University (Bachelor of Arts), Florida. In the past four decades, Trasobares has organized and exhibited in numerous exhibitions. From 1985 to 1990 he served as Executive Director of Miami-Dade
County’s Art In Public Places Program. Keep an eye on the de la Cruz calendar: Trasorares will be giving a series of
lectures drawing from his memoir, Among Friends; the most recent lecture being “Carlos Alfonso In Context: Public and Private Voices.”

Celebrate National Hamburger Month With The Food Trucks 5/18/13

Celebrate National Hamburger Month With The Food Trucks
Saturday, 05/18/2013, 05:00 pm – 10:00 pm
WheelinDealin_NHM2013PosterMagic City Casino

450 NW 37th Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33126
More Info Link

Time for our 3rd Annual National Hamburger Month edition of the Wheelin’ Dealin’ Street Food Festival taking place at Magic City Casino on Saturday May 18th from 5-10PM! All the Food Trucks are coming up with “Specialty Burgers” for the month to celebrate plus they’ll still have their full menu! This year the Dessert Trucks will get in on the action too! There is going to be a panel of judges who will decide just who has the “Best Food Truck Burger” and “Best Themed Dessert”. You love Burgers & you love Food Trucks which means you NEED to be here!

Miami Museum Month May 2013

miamimuseummonthMiami Museum Month
May 2013
www.MiamiMuseumMonth.com

Take in Greater Miami and the Beaches’ Special Exhibits, World-Class Permanent Collections, Memorials & More with Buy One Get One Free (BOGO) and  "Join One – See Them All" Offerings
                                                                           
Art, history and culture are ingrained in every Greater Miami and the Beaches experience from sipping mojitos amidst iconic Art Deco buildings and strolling through murals along the Wynwood Walls to exploring the emerging Design District and browsing during Art Basel.  To celebrate its rich attractions and evolving art scene, the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau (GMCVB) brings Miami Museum Month to visitors and residents again this May 1 – 31:

BUY ONE, GET ONE FREE (BOGO): An ideal time to add a museum visit to your vacation or business trip itinerary or for families to spice up weekend plans, the "Buy One, Get One Free" gives admission to two for the price of one to any participating museum.

JOIN ONE, SEE THEM ALL: Absolutely the best time to join! When purchasing a membership at any one of the participating museums you can visit any of the other participating museums for free during Miami Museum Month. This saves visitors more than $50 per adult.

"The diverse experience that Greater Miami and the Beaches offers to our business and leisure visitors continues to evolve and it’s wonderful to see the growing popularity of our museums and cultural attractions," notes GMCVB President and CEO William D. Talbert, III, CDME.   "While visitors continue to enjoy our year-round sunshine and stunning beaches, we gladly welcome them to stay longer to enjoy more of what the destination has to offer – restaurants, nightlife, hotels, and spas as well as our new, emerging and heritage neighborhoods."
 
Participants to-date in this year’s Miami Museum Month program include:
Art Center/South Florida
Bakehouse Art Complex
Bass Museum of Art
City of Miami Police & Courthouse Museum
Coral Gables Merrick House
Coral Gables Museum
The Dezer Collection
Gold Coast Railroad Museum
The Haitian Heritage Museum
HistoryMiami
Holocaust Memorial of Miami Beach
Jewish Museum of Florida – FIU
Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
Miami Art Museum
Miami Beach Botanical Garden
Miami Children’s Museum
Miami Science Museum
Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA)
The Patricia & Phillip Frost Art Museum
Vizcaya Museum & Gardens
Wings Over Miami Air Museum
The Wolfsonian – FIU
World Erotic Art Museum

This year’s program features a special kick-off event themed "Miami Then and Now," a retrospective look at Miami through the years.  "Miami Then and Now" will take place on May 1, 2013 at 6:00 p.m. at The Coral Gables Museum located at 285 Aragon Avenue and will also serve as a platform to unveil the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau’s newest Heritage Guide Book.
 
The program will also feature a special "Night at the Museum" promotion where a lucky winner will have the chance to invite a group of friends for a sleepover and private dinner party while screening the film "Night at the Museum" at the History Miami Museum.  The group will spend the night surrounded by the exhibits and will be immersed in history as the destination’s founders come to life during an enchanted evening.  To learn more about how you can win a "Night at the Museum," visit the website.
 
Miami Museum Month is part of the GMCVB’s Temptations Program, which takes a thematic focus on the best that Miami has to offer throughout the year at attractive prices.  Other Temptations promotions include Shop Miami Month, Miami Film Month, Miami Golf Month, Miami Romance Month, Miami Spa Month, Miami Spice, Miami Attractions Month and Miami Live Music Month.  For more information on the Temptations Program please visit www.MiamiTemptations.com .

Tri-Rail’s Ride and Play Day 5/18/13

Tri-Rail’s Ride and Play Day
Saturday, 05/18/2013, 05:00 am – 09:45 pm
Tri-Rail-TrainTri-Rail
800 NW 33rd St.,
Pompano Beach, Florida 33064
Webpage Link

In celebration of Tri-Rail’s new schedule with hourly train service on weekends and holidays, South Florida residents and visitors are encouraged to get onboard the train as part of a special Ride and Play Day on Saturday, May 18. Tri-Rail riders can show their validated train fare at local attractions, including Bayside Marketplace (Miami), Vizcaya Museum & Gardens (Miami), Museum of Discovery & Science (Fort Lauderdale), CityPlace (West Palm Beach) or International Game Fish Association (Dania Beach) to enjoy discounts and special offers on this day only.

Riders can visit www.tri-rail.com to check out the new schedule, plan their trip and download a coupon for a free NEW Tangy Pineapple Chicken Wrap with purchase of a Wrap Combo at Pollo Tropical.

As part of Ride and Play Day, riders will have the chance to meet some of their favorite radio personalities from WLYF 101.5 LITE-FM, Hot 105, Amor 107.5 and 97.9 FM WRMF, as they ride Tri-Rail to some of South Florida’s best attractions. Plus, Pollo Tropical will be on-site at select train stations, offering complimentary samples.

Tri-Rail’s Ride and Play Day special offers include:

• Bayside Marketplace
Free coupon book with great discounts at a selection of stores and restaurants.
• CityPlace
Free reusable shopping bag and special gift.
• IGFA – International Game Fish Association
Free admission
• Museum of Discovery & Science
$2 off exhibit admission
$1 off classic, 45-minute IMAX films
$3 off special engagement IMAX films
$2 off MaxFlight
$10 off museum membership
10% off all Explore Store purchases
• Vizcaya Museum & Gardens
$3 off admission

Tri-Rail commuters and leisure riders are now able to catch a train from 17 conveniently located stations every hour on weekend and holidays. Tri-Rail recently expanded its weekend service to include 30 trains-a-day, compared to 16 trains-a-day in the past. Train service is available every day of the year with bus and Metrorail connections. Tri-Rail’s weekend fares are just $5 roundtrip and children under the age of 5 ride free. Kids ages 5 to 12 can enjoy a 50% discount.

Southbound trains depart from of the Mangonia Park Station at 5:50 a.m. and northbound trains start from the Hialeah Market Station at 5:20 a.m. The new schedule provides for later night service, with the last southbound train departing Mangonia Park at 9:00 p.m. and the last northbound train departing Hialeah Market at 9:45 p.m.

To learn more about Tri-Rail’s Ride and Play Day or to find updated train schedules, visit www.tri-rail.com or call 1-800-TRI-RAIL.

8&9 Clothing Artist Series With KRS One At The Showroom 5/3/13

8&9 Clothing "Artist Series" With KRS One At The Showroom
KRS ONEFriday May 3rd, 6pm-9pm
The Showroom By 8&9 Clothing
7814 NE 4th Ct.
Miami, FL 33138

Friday May 3rd, Miami based 8&9 Clothing company will host its fifth Artist Series event with hip hop legend KRS One. The RSVP event will be held in the company’s private showroom from 6-9 pm. Fans will have a chance to grab  KRS’s book, “The Gospel of Hip Hop: First Testament”, have it signed and meet KRS One, along with checking out all of 8and9’s latest clothing. Beverages provided by Hennessy and music provided by South Florida’s finest.
 
8&9 Clothing along with Addictive Affairs, Gridlock Radio and DNA Entertainment presents KRS One live in Miami for one night at The Stage on May 3rd, 2013. Performances by South Florida artiss P Doe Luna, Thirstin Howlin III and Serum. Music By DJ Klassik and DJ Heron. Meet & Greet with Styles P will be held at The Showroom by 8&9 Clothing from 6pm to 8pm. Get tickets HERE.

For more information on The Showroom, KRS One meet & greet or the concert after party ,ask 8&9 on twitter @8and9 email showroom(at)8and9(dot)com or text 305.747.1706.
 
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Twitter: @8and9
Instagram: @8and9
Facebook: Facebook.com/8and9

Roundtable Discussion: Boundless Reach On line Exhibition 5/9/13

Roundtable Discussion: Boundless Reach On line Exhibition
Thursday, 05/09/2013, 07:00 pm – 09:00 pm
Lester’s
2519 NW 2nd Avenue,
Wynwood Miami, Florida 33127
Webpage Link

The public is invited to join the conversation with a roundtable discussion about the merits, issues and future of online exhibition. As technologies continue to advance, the parameters of visual art experience march on, invading virtual space in the form of online exhibitions, mobile exchanges and other digital forms. How does this expansion affect the presentation of visual art, and what does it mean for its future?

This event is part of the The Patricia & Phillip Frost Art Museum at Florida International University in conjunction with Girls’ Club Foundation to continue with the on-line exhibition/project space The Drawing Project.

O, Miami!- The Final Weekend with Dead Poets Parade, Richard Blanco & Tattoos 4/25/13-4/28/13

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O, Miami!- The Final Weekend with Dead Poets Parade, Richard Blanco & Tattoos
April 25 – 28
Locations around Miami

OH NO O,MIAMI / THE END IS NEAR / YOUR TIME HAS COME / FOR POETRY

April 25 – 7 p.m.
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The Wolfsonian-FIU, 1001 Washington Ave., Miami Beach, FL 33139
Craig Dworkin, Steven Zultanski
Performance and conversation with poets Craig Dworkin and Steven Zultanski.

April 26 – 8 p.m.
Animal Spirits
The Freehand, 2727 Indian Creek Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33140
Tom Healy, Duke Riley, Kevin Young
Poet Tom Healy and Tattoo artist Duke Riley present Animal Spirits (Monk Books, 2013) a book of poems and tattoos. Kevin Young presents The Hungry Ear: Poems of Food and Drink (Bloomsbury, 2012). Ocho Placas presentes a pop-up tattoo parlor. Broken Shaker presents cocktails.

April 27 – 10:30 a.m.
New Voices
The Betsy-South Beach, 1440 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33139
DéLana Dameron, Frank Báez, Dave Landsberger
Poetry reading with three young, up-and-coming poets: DéLana Dameron (USA), Frank Báez (DR), and Dave Landsberger (USA).

April 27 – 2 p.m.
Poetry Is for the Dogs: A Benefit for Miami-Dade Animal Shelters
The Betsy-South Beach, 1440 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Chase Twichell, Michael Hettich
2012 Kingsley Tufts Award-winner Chase Twichell and Michael Hettich read “for the dogs.” Suggested donation of $10 to benefit animal shelters in Miami-Dade County. O, Miami supports Miami-Dade County’s effort to convert all animal shelters to “no-kill” facilities.

April 27 – 3:30 p.m.
O, Poesía
B Bar at The Betsy-South Beach, 1440 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33139
José Ángel Leyva, Víctor Rodríguez Núñez, Achy Obejas
Una lectura en español con poetas de México, Cuba y Los Estados Unidos.

April 27 – 5 p.m.
Discussion: Global Poetry
The Betsy-South Beach, 1440 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33139
José Ángel Leyva, Víctor Rodríguez Núñez, Achy Obejas, Jean Portante, Katherine M. Hedeen
Do you want to learn more about poetry from other countries? A discussion, moderated by Víctor Rodríguez Núñez, on the best of contemporary poetry around the globe. Come and restock your reading list of international poets.

April 27 – 6:30 p.m.
Poetry Under the Stars
The Roof of The Betsy-South Beach, 1440 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Eduardo C. Corral, Achy Obejas, Jean Portante
2011 Yale Younger Poets prize-winner Eduardo C. Corral joins Batty Weber prize-winner Jean Portante and poet/translator Achy Obejas for a reading under the stars. A reception to follow the reading. RSVP required – click here.

April 28 – Noon
Poetry Is Dead Parade
In the park across from The Betsy-South Beach, 1440 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Student groups, cultural organizations
Poetry Is Dead! Or is it? The Poetry is Dead parade will act as a funeral procession in reverse, beginning outside O, Miami host hotel The Betsy-South Beach and marching through Lummus Park. Selected performances featuring local students and arts groups, positioned as stops along the parade route, will act as inspired re-awakenings or summonings of the spirits of dead poets. Come dressed as your favorite dead poet.

April 28 – 4 p.m.
LGBT + Poetry
B Bar at The Betsy-South Beach, 1440 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Stacey Waite, Julie Wade, Neil de la Flor
Frank O’Hara Prize-winner Stacey Waite joins South Florida poets Julie Wade and Neil de la Flor for a reading at the O, Miami host hotel, The Betsy-South Beach.

April 28 – 7 p.m.
Megan & Richard & Thurston, O, MI!
New World Center Symphony Hall, 500 17th Street, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Richard Blanco, Thurston Moore, Megan Amram
2013 Inagural poet Richard Blanco; Sonic Youth’s Thurston Moore; and NBC’s Megan Amram read poetry in the New World Symphony Hall. Plus surprise guest poets and poetry films by the Borscht Film Fest. Tickets are $20, $30 (with tote gift bag) and $50 (with tote gift bag and copy of Richard Blanco’s “One Today”). >>>BUY.

April 28 – 10 p.m.
O,fter Party with Thurston Moore
The Freehand Miami, 2727 Indian Creek Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33140
Richard Blanco, Thurston Moore, Megan Amram
Join 2013 Inagural poet Richard Blanco; Sonic Youth’s Thurston Moore; and NBC’s Megan Amram for an official “O,fter Party” thrown with our friends from Sweat Records.

4th Annual New Times Brew at the Zoo 5/4/13

4th Annual New Times Brew at the Zoo
nwt_email_brew_2013Saturday, May 4, 2013, 7pm – 11pm
Zoo Miami
12400 Southwest 152nd Street
Miami, FL 33177

Purchast Tickets Online
$5 OFF General Admission & $10 OFF VIP with promo code CTS2013
Good through May 3rd

Miami’s largest beer festival returns May 4, 2013, showcasing 100+ local, international, and craft beers, local brewers, live national acts, interactive games, animals, food and fun. Grammy award-winning Naughty by Nature will perform live, and Luke live on stage! For more details visit our website.

General Admission Tickets:
Unlimited local and international beer sampling from 100+ vendors, national music acts and special offers from local merchants.
$30 with discount / $45 at door

VIP Tickets:
Unlimited Bud Light Crown and spirit samples, catered food, and early entry to sample beer from 6pm-7pm without the hassle of any lines. Space is VERY LIMITED.
$65 with discount / $85 at door

This is a 21-and-up event. Rain or shine.

Refresh Miami Lean Startup 4/25/13

Refresh Miami: Lean Startup
refreshApril 25 @ 7:30PM
Miami Science Museum
3280 South Miami Avenue
Miami, FL, 33133
Register Online

Have you ever wanted to start your own business?
Do you have a business but need to figure out a way to increase engagement and maximize retention?
Is your first thought "I can’t do this because I’m not a developer." or "I don’t have the money to have this developed."

Well then join us for this months Refresh and see how much you can get done with nothing but sweat equity (hard work).
Itinerary
• Introduction to Lean Startup
• Idea validation (no coding necessary) – Featuring Patrick Vlaskovits author of "The Lean Entrepreneur" (via Skype)
• The Minimal Viable Product – Raul Pla of SimpleWifi.com
• Metrics, What’s important What’s not – Ben Yoskovitz author of Lean Analytics (via Skype)

Best of all.. It’s free.. Food, Beer, Wine, Networking.. All FREE..

Feel free to donate or get a VIP ticket if mood strikes you.

VIP & Donation Tickets get priority seating in the main room.
VIP Tickets include a copy of Lean Analytics and front row seating.

Monique The VoiceFan Watch Party at Las Vegas Restaurant 4/22/13

Monique The VoiceFan Watch Party at Las Vegas Restaurant
moniqueMonday, 4/22/13, 8:00pm
Las Vegas Restaurant
11995 SW 26th Street
Miami, FL 33175

Come out and support Monique Abbadie, a recent graduate of Florida National University.

Monique is currently competing on NBC’s “The Voice” in front of millions of people on the national stage.

Monique (in town for the weekend) and her family will join the FNU “We Believe” party to cheer her on to victory as we watch the recorded broadcast to be aired Monday night.

Arrive early  and take pictures, enjoy happy hour and have a good time.

Yellow Canopy at the Bird Road Art Walk 4/20/13

Yellow Canopy at the Bird Road Art Walk
Saturday, 04/20/2013, 07:00 am – 10:00 am
Yellow Canopy
4217 SW 75th Ave ,
Miami, Florida 33155
Facebook Link

Our eclectic store has a wide variety of antique and shabby chic furniture, clothes, jewelry and home decor (buddhas, etc). We have original items that have been acquired from all around the world. We are open during the Bird Road Art Walk on Saturday, April 20, 2013 so feel free to pass by!

3:05 Miami Cafecito Break Celebration! 4/27/13

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3:05 Miami Cafecito Break Celebration!
Saturday, 04/27/2013, 02:00 pm – 06:00 pm
4579354974-1CubaOcho Art & Research Center
1465 S.W. 8th Street
Miami, Florida 33135
Free but RSVP Required

Have you joined the movement to make 3:05 Miami’s official cafecito time yet? Join us for our first annual 3:05 Cafecito Day Celebration & Tweet-Up in conjunction with GOOD’s National Neighbor Day. Enjoy free cafecito, mojitos and giveaways from our partners every 20 minutes! Who’s down for caffeinated awesomeness at 3:05 at CubaOcho Art and Research Center? Home of the largest collection of Cuban art and books, the space also serves as a live music lounge. FREE event, RSVP required. Space is limited!

Giveaway Partners:
Santayana Jewelers
Blo Midtown
Adrienne Arsht Center
Miami Symphony Orchestra
The Standard
Yoga That
Miami Culinary Tours
Have Nots Comedy
Sweat Records
Eating House
Little Havana Tours with Corinna
Miami Food Tours
Spoken Soul Festival

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Photographs of Florida Renaissance Festival at Cauley Square on 4/13/13

Florida Renaissance Festival at Cauley Square on Saturday, April 13, 2013.  We had so much fun the entertainment was spectacular, I can’t wait to go back next year.  You can also go to The Florida Renaissance Festival at Quiet Waters Park in Deerfield Beach during February and March.

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Latin Taste Fest 6/1/13

Latin Taste Fest
latintasteSaturday, June 1, 2013 from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Hilton Miami Airport Hilton
5101 Blue Lagoon Dr
Miami, FL 33126
Buy Tickets Online

A premier food and beverage event showcasing a selection of Latin countries emphasizing in wineries and spirits, as well as, upscale cuisine from local caterers and restaurants.

Latin Taste Fest is a food, wine and spirits extravaganza bringing together world palates to an international Latin feast. Celebrating the creativity of Latin cuisine, wines and spirits, the event attracts participants and attendees from different parts of the world while highlighting local and international restaurants and the talents of a celebrity chef and local chefs.

In the spirit of sharing, a portion of the proceeds will go to a Feeding South Florida.

New Theatre World Premiere of Road Through Heaven 5/17/13-6/2/13

New Theatre World Premiere of Road Through Heaven
May 17 – June 2, 2013
Thursday – Saturday at 8 pm & Sunday at 1 pm
and Sunday at 5:30 pm performances (No 5:30 pm on May 19)
New Theatre
At The Roxy Performing Arts Center
1645 SW 107th Avenue
Miami, FL 33165
www.new-theatre.org

Ticket information:
Thursday & Sunday evening:  $35
All other performances $40.
 
Student Rush (under 25 with ID) Ticket:  $15 at the door based on availability

New Theatre presents its second World Premiere of the season: Road Through Heaven written by and starring Artistic Director Ricky J. Martinez, running May 17 –  June 2, 2013 (new dates) and directed by Carbonell nominated Margaret M. Ledford.
 
Road Through Heaven tells the story of a tension filled, sexually charged, lovers triangle as it unfolds on a forgotten Caribbean island, where the characters face questions of morality, life and death, the occult, and the realizing of their deepest desires.  This beautifully lyrical play features New Theatre’s Artistic Director Ricky J. Martinez (Carbonell nominated), New Theatre veterans Evelyn Perez, Javier Cabrera and making her New Theatre debut, Julissa Calderon; and supported by Production Stage Manager Jerry Jensen, Dramaturgs Jane G. Duncan and Steven A. Chambers,  and Costume Designer K. Blair Brown.

Road Through Heaven has had readings at the Cuban Culture Week in NYC presented by The Cuban Artists Fund, and at Teatro Paraguas, MidnightChild Productions, Performance Network Theatre, Repertorio Español, and Shotgun Productions.

Ricky J. Martinez is Miami-born, is a multi-disciplinary and was schooled at New World School of Arts.   He is currently the Artistic Director of New Theatre in Miami; the Executive Secretary for the National New Play Network; sits on the Advisory Board of the Latino Theatre Commons; and has sat as a National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) panelist for a five years.  He is the recipient of two Downtown Miami Playwriting Program mentorship’s with Arthur Kopit and Tina Howe. Martinez has also been invited to direct three times for the MFA Playwrights’ Workshop at the Kennedy Center’s American College Theater Festival and Stanford University’s National Center for New Plays.  He recently directed Anna in the Tropics by Nilo Cruz at Forbes Center for the Performing Arts at James Madison University.

Young Patronesses of the Opera present the 27th annual YPO Voice Competition Finals 4/27/13

Young Patronesses of the Opera present the 27th annual YPO Voice Competition Finals
April 27, 2013, at 1:00 p.m.
Ziff Ballet Opera House at the Arsht Center
1300 Biscayne Boulevard
Miami, FL 33132

Tickets are $25 for orchestra and $10 for mezzanine and above. Tickets may be purchased through the Florida Grand Opera ticket office at 800.741.1010 or online at www.FGO.org .

Young Patronesses of the Opera (YPO), in conjunction with Florida Grand Opera (FGO), is proud to announce the 27th annual YPO Voice Competition. This year, the Finals Concert will be held for the first time at the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County. Offering a program of popular and significant arias as sung by today’s brightest young talents.
 
“We are not only looking to provide new opportunities for budding opera singers,” said Lucie Spieler, chairman of the YPO Voice Competition. “We also want to give the community the chance to experience their talent and fall in love with opera, whether for the first time or all over again.”
 
The competition began with hundreds of applicants, which have been narrowed down to 35 semifinalists set to audition in Miami on April 26. The following day, a hand-picked group of 12 finalists will perform giving the aspiring stars a taste of their future success.
 
“For more than 20 years, YPO and FGO have worked together to bring opera to the community in South Florida. This competition features the best young voices from across the nation and the proof is in the winners,” said Susan Danis, Florida Grand Opera’s CEO and General Director. “Past finalists – such as Michael Fabiano, Nadine Sierra, and Elizabeth Caballero – have gone on to successful international careers, singing leading roles at the Metropolitan Opera, La Scala, and more.” 
 
Each of the 12 finalists will perform and compete for $46,000 in prizes, some of which include: the Senior Young Artist division (ages 26-30) grand prize of $8,000; the Junior Young Artist (ages 20-25) division grand prize of $7,500; the Troy Moss Memorial prize of $5,000; the Audience Favorite prize of $1,000, for which tickets buyers will have the chance to vote.
 
The YPO Voice Competition, held in Miami every other year, was founded in 1972 by Irene Patti Swartz Hammond. In 1988, YPO joined forces with Florida Grand Opera to create a truly prestigious national competition, awarding some of the highest prizes in the category. The chairman of the event is Lucie Spieler with co-chairmen Charlette Seidel and Renee Fink.
 
The judges for the 2013 competition include: Andrew Bisantz, music director of Eugene Opera and an American conductor with extensive credits leading national orchestras and opera companies throughout the country, most recently FGO’s Magic Flute; Gerald Martin Moore, pianist, conductor, and vocal coach who works with several notable singers, including Renée Fleming, Joyce DiDonato, and Rolando Villazón; Maria Zouves, soprano, founder and director of V.O.I.C.Experience in Tampa, and associate director of Opera Tampa.
 
Contestants scheduled to compete in Miami for the semifinals are:

Junior Young Artist (aged 20 – 25):
Ryan Bradford, baritone (from Walnut Creek, California)
Sergio Cepeda, tenor
Betsy Diaz, soprano (from Miami, Florida)
Claire DiVizio, soprano (from Beverly Hills, Michigan)
Melissa Fajardo, mezzo-soprano
Gillian Hollis, soprano (from Miami, Florida)
Aumna Iqbal, soprano (from Newport Coast, California)
Michael Kuhn, tenor (from Crofton, Maryland)
Steven LaBrie, baritone (from Dallas, Texas)
Alyssa Martin, soprano (from Greensboro, North Carolina)
Rebecca Nathanson, soprano (from New Haven, Connecticut)
Edward Nelson, baritone (from Los Angeles, California)
Catherine Spitzer, soprano (from Hollywood, Florida)
Brian Vu, baritone (from New Haven, Connecticut)
 
Senior Young Artist (aged 26 – 30):
Viktor Antipenko, tenor (from St. Petersburg, Russia)
Noel Bouley, bass-baritone (from Houston, Texas)
Cynthia Cook, mezzo-soprano (from Whitehouse Station, New Jersey)
Stephen Fish, bass-baritone (from Cedar Falls Iowa)
Joseph Flaxman, baritone (from Succasunna, New Jersey)
Jeremy Griffin, bass-baritone (from Colorado)
Jeff Gwaltney, tenor (from Ocala, Florida)
Bevin Hill, soprano (from Atlanta, Georgia)
Carla Jablonski, mezzo-soprano (from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvia)
Adam Lau, bass (from San Francisco, California)
Hye Jung Lee, soprano (from Seoul, South Korea)
Kathryn Leemhuis, soprano (from New York, New York)
Matthew Maness, tenor (from Roanoke, Virginia)
Ryan Milstead, baritone (from Okolona, Mississippi)
Matthew Newlin, tenor (from Georgetown, Illinois)
Amy Oraftik, mezzo-soprano (from California)
Heather Phillips, soprano (from North Canton, Ohio)
Ola Rafalo, soprano (from Chicago, Illinois)
Brittany Ann Reneé Robinson, soprano (from Burnsville, Minnesota)
Lacy Sauter, soprano (from Duluth, Minnesota)
Melinda Whittington, soprano (from Wilson, North Carolina)
 
Funds for the competition are provided by Young Patronesses of the Opera, with ongoing support from Junior Opera Guild, Dr. and Mrs. Phillip George (the Judy George Award), Ms. Renée Fink (the Marvin A. Fink Memorial Award), the Irene Patti Swartz Hammond Memorial Award fund, and several individual donors.
 
All singers who participate in the Finals Concert win a prize. Donors who underwrite an award have the opportunity to name that award and present it to the winner on stage. For more information, please contact Lucie Spieler at (305) 854-1643, ext. 1521, or at lspieler@fgo.org.

A luncheon prior to the event will be held at Barton G Restaurant onsite as chaired by Barbara Reese and Deborah Campbell. Tickets for the luncheon are $80, including both a three-course meal and a ticket to the concert. Luncheon tickets can also be purchased via the Florida Grand Opera Box Office.

Picnic in the Park at the Deering Estate 4/21/13

Picnic in the Park at the Deering Estate
Sunday, April 21, 2013, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
picnicDeering Estate at Cutler
16701 SW 72 Avenue
Miami, FL 33157

Admission: $7 for all ages!
Free admission for Deering Estate Foundation Members & children under 4.

Spend a relaxing day with your family & friends at the Deering Estate and enjoy a picnic on the main lawn. Please note that grilling and cooking is not permitted on the Estate.

There will be a Human Chess Match hosted by Door to the Arts, Inc. & St. John Neumann Catholic School at 2:00 pm in the Courtyard. Watch as a chess match comes alive! Students dressed in full costume will make their grand entrance and take their positions  on the life-size chess board. Players will call out moves from an adjoining table causing the corresponding live chess pieces to move, and the amazine battle of skill & strategy begins!
 
Chef David Schwadron Catering and Joanna’s Marketplace are the official picnic providers for the Deering Estate at Cutler and can be contacted directly for preordered meals. Preordered meals are available for delivery to the Estate or for pick-up. Please call 305-238-5881 for Chef David Schwadron Catering and 305-661-5777 for Joanna’s Marketplace.

"Picnic in the Park" activities include:
Old Fashion lawn games;
Historic House Tours at 10:30 am & 3:00 pm;
Natural Areas Tour at 12:30 pm;
Human Chess Match hosted by Door to the Arts, Inc. & St. John Neumann Catholic School at 2:00 pm in the Courtyard;
Spring Photography Exhibit featuring Patricia Gonzalez-Osorio, Antonia Wright & Marina Font

VeritageMiami United Way 18th Wine Festival 4/17/13-4/20/13

VeritageMiami
Wednesday, April 17th through Saturday, April 20th, 2013

VeritageMiami will bring together more than 3,000 wine and food lovers for four days of sipping, tasting, toasting and paddle-raising.  Headlining the four days of festivities are two Michelin-star chefs – Daniel Boulud, widely considered to be one of America’s leading culinary authorities, and Davide Brovelli of the family-owned Relais & Chateaux property on Italy’s Lake Maggiore.  Now in its 18th year, VeritageMiami, formerly known as the United Way Miami Wine & Food Festival, benefits United Way of Miami-Dade, which supports programs in the community that are focused on improving the education, financial stability and health of Miami-Dade residents.
 
Wednesday, April 17th, VIP 6pm, General admission 7pm
Wynwood Walls
2550 NW 2nd Avenue
Miami.
The VIP Tasting tickets: $75 per person. General admission tickets: $55 per person.
Wynwood Walls is the home to VeritageMiami’s opening event, the Craft Beer Tasting presented by CBIZ. With vibrant murals as the backdrop for the evening, guests will “tap” into nearly 100 craft beers and micro-brews at dozens of tasting stations. Along with the brew, guests will sample bites from some of Miami’s top restaurants including Bloom, City Hall, the Daily Melt, Joe’s Stone Crab, Miccosukee Resort & Gaming, Oak Tavern, Pride and Joy, Shake Shack, Timó, Wynwood Kitchen & Bar, among many others. 
 
Thursday, April 18th, VIP 6pm, General admission 7pm
Village of Merrick Park
358 San Lorenzo Avenue
Coral Gables.
The VIP Tasting tickets $150 General admission tickets $75.
Fine Wine Tasting, presented by Miccosukee Resort & Gaming.  While the event returns to a familiar location, this year’s edition offers many new elements.  Upon arrival, guests will be greeted with a glass of Pinot Grigio or Chianti from La Cacchiatora.  Adjacent to registration, guests will find the Domeniul Coroanei Segarcea “piazza” where the winery will pour its award-winning wines from VeritageMiami’s 2012 “Best in Glass Wine Challenge” among other treats.  The garden area will be transformed into a Martini & Rossi lounge in celebration of the brand’s 150th anniversary and feature the music of Spam All-Stars.  At the Celebrity Cruises’ kiosk, guests will have the opportunity to create their own custom spice rub.  Lining San Lorenzo Avenue will be more than 65 wine producers and importers displaying a collection of 300 wines from around the world, as well as top restaurants and caterers including Brasserie Central, Edge Steak & Bar, George’s Restaurant, Sawa, Trulucks, Tuyo, and many more. Guests will have the opportunity to mingle with wine producers and chefs, and share their experiences on Twitter for a chance to win great prizes. 
 
Also at the Fine Wine Tasting, top Miami chefs and culinary notables including Norman Van Aken, Linda Gassenheimer, Ingrid Hoffman, Bernie Matz and Allen Susser will be on hand to sign their cookbooks which will be available for purchase on-site through Books & Books.  All wines poured at the Fine Wine Tasting will be available for purchase.  Wine will also be served in various retail locations and guests that spend $100 or more at one of the participating stores will receive a complimentary bottle of wine.  At 5:30 p.m., members of Miami’s legal community will gather at Artefacto, for the Bilzin Sumberg fourth annual Associate Legal Mingle.

Saturday, April 20th, Pommery Champagne reception 6:30 p.m.; dinner 7:30 p.m.
The Orion Jet Center
14850 NW 44 Court
Miami.
Tickets are $300 per person and $3,000 per table of 10.
A restored 1940s Naval Air hangar is the stage for VeritageMiami’s final event, the Auction and Wine Dinner, presented by American Airlines and Orion Jet Center.  Guests will take a step back in time and enjoy a post World War II celebration, complete with vintage fighter planes, military vehicles and period cars.  The meal will take a completely different twist and feature the very modern cuisine of Chef Davide Brovelli of Il Sole di Ranco who will prepare a four-course Italian feast.  Throughout the evening, guests will also enjoy stunning auction lots, entertainment and award-winning wines from the Best in Glass Wine Challenge. 

VeritageMiami sponsors include: American Airlines, City National Bank and Orion Jet Center at the Vintner level; American Express, Bank of America, Carnival Corporation & PLC, Celebrity Cruises, db Bistro Moderne, Global Resources Registry, Greenberg Traurig, IBM, JW Marriott Marquis Miami, Miccosukee Resort & Gaming, Morrison, Brown Argiz & Farra, Munilla Family Foundation, Sunset Corners, Village of Merrick Park and Warren Moore Events at the Cellar Master level; Bacardi USA, CBIZ, Ernst & Young, Ryder System and Steiner Transocean Limited at the Cooper level; Bandito Brothers, Baptist Health South Florida, BB&T, Bilzin Sumberg Baena Price & Axelrod, Carlton Fields, Cisco Systems, Deloitte, Fairholme Capital Management, Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau, Image Photo Services, Johnson & Wales University, Le Basque, MOSS, Nestle Waters North America, Northern Trust Corporation, NuStar Energy, Ocean Bank, Sabre Travel Network, World Fuel Services and Zuni Transportation at the Cooper level; Agilysys, Akerman Senterfitt, Domeniul Coroanei Segarcea, Dr. Pepper Snapple Group, Fragomen, JPMorgan Chase, La Cacciatora, Noven Pharmaceuticals, Right Management, The Coca-Cola Company, Vranken-Pommery Monopole and Sysco at the Connoisseur level; Books & Books, Botran, Hamilton, Miller & Birthisel, Holland & Knight, Miami Cocktails, Padilla Cigars, Stearns Weaver Miller Weissler Alhadeff & Sitterson, Vita Coco Water and White & Case at the Enthusiast level.  Media sponsors include: AroundTown Magazine, Business Improvement District of Coral Gables, Chat Chow, Cigar Aficionado, Comcast, Daily Business Review, Fisher Island Magazine, Miami Magazine, Miami New Times, NBC 6, Response Publishing Group, The Miami Herald – el Nuevo Herald, Tropic Magazine and Wine Spectator.

Miami Rum Renaissance Festival 4/15/13-4/21/13

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Miami Rum Renaissance Festival
Monday, April 15 to Sunday, April 21, 2013
Doubletree by Hilton Miami Airport Convention Center
Print711 Northwest 72nd Avenue
Miami, FL 33126
www.RumRenaissance.com

Tickets
Grand Tasting General Admission: $50 day passes
Grand Tasting VIP tickets: $65 per day: allow early access to the exhibits and complimentary tickets to the celebrity seminars. VIP ticket holders also enjoy access to a private area featuring complimentary cuisine and VIP cocktails.
Week-long VIP Tickets: a $250 Executive VIP pass grants admission to all events.
List of Seminars SOLD OUT
List of VIP Parties
Buy individual VIP party tickets online

The fifth annual Miami Rum Renaissance Festival ist the largest gathering of rum experts, professionals and enthusiasts in the world.

Last year, more than 8,000 rum enthusiasts attended the festival with 20,000 square feet of exhibit space. The new space spans 40,000 square feet, twice the size of last year’s event. Festival organizers are preparing for 15,000 attendees.

In addition to a week-long series of VIP parties, tasting sessions and celebrity seminars, the rum festival brings together members of the esteemed International Rum Expert Panel (RumXPs) for their annual tasting competition.

Two full days of Grand Tasting events for the public will take place on Saturday and Sunday, April 20 and 21. More than 240 spirits from the Caribbean and beyond will be available for sampling, along with a selection of island-style cuisine.

New this year is a half-day exhibit session exclusively for the beverage trade on Friday, April 19. Liquor store buyers, food and beverage managers, bartenders and other spirits trade professionals will be invited to attend.

The Miami Rum Renaissance Festival attracts cane spirit products and brands from all over the globe. Companies large and small will be on hand to present their rums to a global gathering of experts, reporters, critics and consumers.Among the products to be sampled by attendees are Abuelo 7, Abuelo 12, Abuelo Anjeo, Abuelo Centuria, Appleton Estate 12 year old, Appleton Estate Reserve, Atlantico Platino, Atlantico Private Cask, Atlantico Reserva, Bacardi 8 Años, Bacardi Gold, Bacardi Oakheart, Bacardi Pineapple Fusion, Bacardi Superior, Barbancourt 3 Star, Barbancourt 5 Star, Barbancourt 15 year Estate Reserve, Barbancourt Pango, Barbancourt White, Barcelo Gran Añejo, Barcelo Imperial, Barcelo Imperial Premium Blend 30 Aniversario, Barrilito 3 Star, Barritt’s Ginger Beer, Blackbeard Spiced, Blackheart, Black Roberts Spiced, Botran Reserva, Botran Reserva Blanca, Botran Solera, Brugal 1888, Brugal Blanco Especial, Caliche, Carta Vieja Añejo, Centenario 7, Deadhead, Debonaire Private Reserve 5, Debonaire Very Special Reserve 8, Debonaire Grand Reserve 15, Debonaire Premium Reserve 21, Debonaire Special Reserve Coffee, Debonaire Special Reserve Honey, Dictador 20, Diplomatico Ambassador, Diplomatico Añeja, Diplomatico Blanco, Diplomatico Reserva, Diplomatico Reserva Exclusiva, Domain de Canton, Don Papa, DonQ Añejo, DonQ Coco, DonQ Cristal, DonQ Gold, DonQ Gran Añejo, DonQ Limon, DonQ Mojito, DonQ Pasion, Don Zavier Mamajuana, Dos Maderas 5+3, Dos Maderas PX 5+5, Dzama Amber Nosy-Be, Dzama Amber Cuvée Noire Prestige, Dzama Cuvée Blanche, Dzama Cuvée Blanche Prestige, Dzama Cuvée Noire, Dzama Vanilla 1 yo, Dzama Vanilla 10 yo, Dzama Vieux Rhum XV, Dzama White Nosy-Be, English Harbour 5 YO, English Harbour 10 YO, English Harbour 25 YO, Flor de Caña Centenario Gold 18, Flor de Caña Centenario 12, Flor de Caña Grand Reserve 7, Florida Old Reserve, Fresh Coconuts by Coconut King, Hampden Estate Gold, Libre Rum & Cola, Miami Club Rum Plantino, Montanya Oro, Montanya Platino, Mt Gay 1703, Mt Gay Black Barrel, Mt Gay Eclipse, Mt Gay XO, Novo Fogo Barrel-Aged Cachaça, Novo Fogo Silver Cachaça, Ocumare, Origenes Reserva Don Pancho, Origenes Reserva Especial 18, Papa’s Pilar Blonde, Papa’s Pilar Dark, Pink Pigeon, Plantation 20th Anniversary XO, Plantation Barbados 2000, Plantation Grande Reserve 5 year old, Plantation Grenada 2003, Plantation Guatemala Gran Añjeo, Plantation Jamaica 2000, Plantation Nicaragua 2001, Plantation Original Dark, Plantation Original Dark Overproof, Plantation Panama 2002, Plantation Three Stars White, Plantation Trinidad 1999, Poesia, Prichard’s Cranberry Rum, Prichard’s Crystal Rum, Prichard’s Fine Rum, Prichard’s Key Lime Rum, Prichard’s Private Stock, Prichard’s Spiced, Prichard’s Sweet Georgia Belle, R. St Barth, Real McCoy, Roble Viejo, Ron De Jeremy Reserva, Ron De Jeremy Spiced, Rum Fire, Santa Teresa 1796, Santa Teresa Añejo Gran Reserva, Santa Teresa Araku Coffee, Santa Teresa Claro, Santa Teresa Rhum Orange, Santa Teresa Selecto, Shellback Silver, Shellback Spiced, Trigo Reserva Añjea, Veroes, Viejo de Caldas 3, Viejo de Caldas Grand Reserva, Vizcaya Cask 12, Vizcaya Cristal, Vizcaya VXOP Cask 21, Wicked Dolphin Silver, Wild Geese Soldiers & Heroes Golden Rum, Wild Geese Soldiers & Heroes Premium Rum, Zacapa 23, Zafra 21, and Zaya.

Private Screening of The Leap 4/25/13

Private Screening of The Leap
Thursday, 04/25/2013, 06:30 pm –
Miami Jewish Health System-
Douglas Gardens Campus at 5200 NE 2nd Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33137
Webpage Link

Join The Miami Jewish Health Systems for a private screening of short film, “The Leap.” University of Miami graduate student, Yale Yang used science fiction to show the story of a physicist suffering from Alzheimer’s disease. Come to a cocktail reception, prior to the screening at our Douglas Garden Campus, where the film was shot. Proceeds will help The NOTABLES, a supportive arm of MJHS Foundation. Screening admission is free and cocktail reception tickets can be purchased from our website.

Plaza Party at Marlins Park Featuring Willy Chirino 4/13/13

Plaza Party at Marlins Park Featuring Willy Chirino
Saturday, 04/13/2013, 06:00 pm – 11:59 pm
Willy-ChirinoMarlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
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SATURDAY SPECTACULAR PLAZA PARTY AT MARLINS PARK TO FEATURE WILLY CHIRINO

WHAT: After the games, fans can make their way to the West Plaza and experience a post-game party often featuring top recording artists and entertainers. Grammy Award Winner and Miami salsa icon, Willy Chirino will launch the Saturday Spectacular Plaza Parties series when the Marlins take on the Philadelphia Phillies.

WHEN: Saturday, April 13, 2013++
5:00 p.m. Pre-game festivities begin on The West Plaza (Live DJ)
6:30 p.m. Media interviews (pending approval)
6:45 p.m. VIP field access for first pitch
Post-game VIP access for the post-game performance will be available
(Please arrive no later than the 8th inning to gain VIP access for concert)
++Timeline subject to change

HOW: Media must RSVP to Carolina Perrina at cperrina@marlins.com to receive and be approved for credentials.

WHO: Chirino began his artistic career in Miami, releasing his first album in 1974. Since then, he has recorded over 20 albums, several of which have attained platinum and gold status. In 2006, his album “Son del Alma”, won a Grammy for Best Salsa/Merengue Album. As founder of the Willy Chirino Foundation, his philanthropic efforts have been recognized by UNICEF and the Department of State. He celebrated his 35th anniversary in music with his latest released album “Willy Chirino Live-35th Anniversary” (“Willy Chirino En Vivo-35 Aniversario”), a CD/DVD combo of the concert. This album brought him his first nomination for Best Salsa Album at the 2007 Latin Grammy Awards. Most recently, Chirino and his wife, singer/song writer Lissette Alvarez, released their first album together, Amarraditos (Bound to One Another). The CD includes a potpourri of classic Spanish-language love songs. Chirino’s latest album, “Pa’lante”, was released at spring 2008, after which he launched a world tour.

WHERE: Marlins Park / 501 Marlins Way / Miami, Florida 33125

Saturday Spectacular Post Game Events
All 13 Saturday home games will feature a pregame party on the West Plaza, with live music on the main stage, appearances from the Marlins and Office Depot Sea Creatures, interactive displays, and entertainment for all ages. After each Saturday Spectacular, fans will be invited to the West Plaza for a post-game event with national recording artists. Post-game events are included with the price of admission to each Saturday Spectacular.

Let’s Invest For Tomorrow, Liberty City! 4/27/13

Let’s Invest For Tomorrow, Liberty City!
Saturday, 04/27/2013, 11:00 am – 02:00 pm
Charles Hadley Park
1350 NW 50 St,
Miami, Florida 33142
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NHSSF is hosting this community event with seven partner organizations and Wells Fargo’s NeighborhoodLIFT program to provide an opportunity for residents to learn about affordable housing opportunities, homebuyer education, foreclosure prevention, affordable rental units, and other housing information. We will have free food, a DJ, and other family fun! If you’re inerested in volunteer, we need you for event operations: set-up, tear down, and everything in between!

Florida International University’s Communication Arts Forum 4/17/13

Florida International University’s Communication Arts Forum
Wednesday, 04/17/2013, 04:00 pm – 08:00 pm
Florida International University South Campus
11200 S.W. 8th Street,
Miami, Florida 33199
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Communication Arts Forum is an event that allows FIU students to compete in debate and speeches. This year’s keynote speaker is Francis Suarez, City of Miami Commissioner (District 4) and mayoral candidate. Guests will see key faculty from across the disciplines at FIU talking about the importance of communication. The three Speak-Off student finalists will deliver their speeches and the winner will be determined by an audience vote.

MANO Fine Art presents Part of A Conversation 4/20/13

MANO Fine Art presents Part of A Conversation
Saturday, 04/20/2013, 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
MANO Fine Art presents Part of A Conversation with logo__edited-6MANO Fine Art Project Space
4225 SW 75 Ave (2nd Flr),
Miami, Florida 33134
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MANO Fine Art Project Space invites you the Opening Reception for their newest exhibition “Part of A Conversation” on Saturday, April 20th during the Bird Road Art walk.

Abdiel Acosta, Luis Berros, Silvina Castillo, Diana Contreas, Patricia Schnall-Gutierrez, Vicente Fabre, Mila Hajjar, Richard Kurtz, Elena Lasala, MANO, Aurora Molina and Augusto Sanchez

The exhibition entitled “Part of A Conversation” is an extraordinary visual interplay of art and language.featuring contemporary works by twelve Miami-based artists. The works are as individual as the artists themselves with the common denominator being the combination of text and imagery to create provocative insightful and playful visual dialogues with the viewer. Passages of text, letter forms and remarkable gestural strokes that suggest writing yet remain illegible engage the viewer to “read” the artworks. While other works focus on repetitive patterns, such as linear rows and geometric shapes. Mostly, however, “reading” the artwork encourages viewers to be part of a conversation.

MANO Fine Art Project Space is the working studio of Miami-based artist MANO and an exhibition and project space for art related events. MANO Fine Art participates in the Bird Road Art Walk, held on the third Saturday of each month. For more information contact 305.467.6819 or visit http://www.manofineart.com/

Bird Road Art Walk:
The Bird Road Art Walk ( Ranked Miami’s Best Art Walk 2011 by Miami New Times) is held on the third Saturday of each month from 7:00 – 10:00 pm. Located just off of the Palmetto Expressway and Bird Road, visitors will find a thriving community of artists’ studios, art galleries, art schools and live stage. During the monthly art walk visitors have the opportunity to meet the artists and visit their studios, which are normally only open to the public by appointment.

Bird Road Art Walk 4/20/13

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Bird Road Art Walk-April 20th (& every 3rd Saturday of each month)
Saturday, 04/20/2013, 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
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The Bird Road Art District is conveniently located just off of the Palmetto Expressway (SR 826) and Bird Road (SW 40th Street). The majority of the studios are located off of SW 75 Ave & SW 74 Ave.,
4229 SW 75 Ave, Florida Miami
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In 2011, Miami New Times ranked The Bird Road Art Walk as Miami’s Best Art Walk. Since then the Bird Road Art Walk has continued growing and has gotten even better. Visitors to the area will find a thriving community of artists who open their studios, art galleries, alternative spaces, art schools and even a live theater stage to the public.

We invite you to join us on Saturday,April 20th 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, for an evening of live demonstrations, glass blowing, sculpture, ceramics, stained glass, drawing, painting, photography, installations, performance art, spoken word, poetry, music and an opportunity to meet the artists who create them.

This event is open and free to the public.

Enjoy ample free parking and a free shuttle service that loops continuously throughout the district stopping at each participating artists’ studio and gallery. Start your Art Walk at any of the participating studios.

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

The artists’ studios are open to the public during the Bird Road Art Walk on the 3rd Saturday of every month from 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm and by appointment all other times.

The Art Walk takes place just east of the Palmetto Expressway’s 40th Street Exit and just south of 40th Street (also known as “Bird Road”).

Enjoy ample free parking, a complimentary shuttle service and start your Art Walk at any of the participating studios. Click on link for listing: http://www.thebirdroadartdistrict.com/Bird-Road-Art-Walk.html

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

Since the 1980s, the Bird Road Art Districts’ slanted warehouses, antique stores and overall industrial vibe have provided a haven for artists. Today visitors will find a thriving community of more than 40 artists and an up and coming art scene, featuring a broad range of contemporary, emerging and established artists working in a variety of mediums.

Stay Connected with the Bird Road Art District:
Call: 305.467.6819
Web: http://www.thebirdroadartdistrict.com/
Facebook:Bird Road Art District
Twitter:@BirdRoadArts

Miami New Times Best of Miami
Click here to read article: http://www.miaminewtimes.com/bestof/2011/award/best-art-walk-2827062/

 

6th Annual Miami International Agriculture, Horse and Cattle Show 4/12/13-4/14/13

6th Annual Miami International Agriculture, Horse and Cattle Show
April 12-14, 2013
Tropical Park
7900 SW 40th Street
Miami, FL
www.miamicattleshow.com.

Free Admission, Activities & Parking
 
Miami-Dade County is proudly hosting the 6th Annual Miami International Agriculture, Horse and Cattle Show, celebrating Miami as an international gateway to the agriculture industry.
 
Featuring:
Purebred cattle and farm animal exhibitions
International Live Cattle and Equine auctions
Kids Fun Zone with games and pony rides
Performances by Orlando’s "The Medieval Times"
Horseback skills and Polo exhibitions
International Music
Farmers Market

Electrifying “New Work” By Karen Peterson And Dancers 4/11/13-4/12/13

Electrifying “New Work” By Karen Peterson And Dancers
Thursday, 04/11/2013, 08:00 pm – 09:30 pm
KPD-Curtain-CallMiami Dade County Auditorium’s On Stage Black Box Theater
2901 W. Flagler Street,
Miami, Florida 33135
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Karen Peterson and Dancers, the nation’s premier mixed-abilities dance company in the southeast, present New Work April 11 and 12 at Miami-Dade County Auditorium’s On-Stage Black Box Theater. The new program unites two of Miami’s foremost choreographers – Dale Andree and Joanne Barrett – with guest-dancers from KPD’s international collaborations in Sarajevo.

$18 adults ($13 students and seniors at the door). Available via Ticketmaster 800-745-3000 or purchase at the door. For more information, call 305-547-5414.

Rina Yoga Unplugged: The Living Room Series 4/19/13

Rina Yoga Unplugged: The Living Room Series
Friday, 04/19/2013, 09:30 pm – 11:50 pm
Picture-2Rina Yoga in the Roads
1250 Coral Way,
Miami, Florida 33145
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Three become one: Solo Artists Oscar Fuentes, Adolfo Cuellar and Marie Whitman come together to blend and blur the lines between speech, song and string. Their distinct alchemy transforms the environment and enchants the audience by re-inventing the art of storytelling

Miami Golf Month April 2013

April Is Miami Golf Month

Golfers can hit the links in Greater Miami and the Beaches for less this spring as The Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau (GMCVB) announces its second annual Miami Golf Month.  From April 1 – 30, amateurs and pros can set their tee times on a number of the destinations’ most breathtaking, challenging and exhilarating courses. 
 
With sunshine year-round, more than 30 courses for players to choose from and home to one of only four World Golf Championship events, Greater Miami and the Beaches is a premier golf destination.  With special offers, discounts and hotel packages distinguishing Miami Golf Month, April has become an ideal time to polish one’s par.  
 
“In Miami and the Beaches, it’s ‘golf season’ all year long.   Our courses offer visitors from around the globe stunning views while keeping them challenged with some of the world’s most sophisticated courses.  The golfing options along with the cultural offerings have made Greater Miami and the Beaches a very desirable destination,” said William D. Talbert III, CDME, president and CEO of the GMCVB.  “It’s been a thrill and very rewarding to watch our Miami Temptations Program offerings become so popular and we’re proud that Miami Golf Month was well received last year.  It’s back this April by popular demand!”
 
Golf Resorts and Golf Courses participating in Miami Golf Month this year include:
·         The Biltmore Golf Club
·         Briar Bay Golf Course
·         Country Club of Miami
·         Crandon Golf at Key Biscayne
·         Doral Golf Resort & Spa
·         Greynolds Golf Course
·         Keys Gate Golf
·         Killian Greens Golf Club (New to the program this year)
·         Miami Beach Golf Club
·         Miami Springs Golf & Country Club (New to the program this year)
·         Normandy Shores Golf Course
·         Palmetto Golf Course
·         Shula’s Hotel & Golf Club
·         Turnberry Isle Miami
 
And, five courses are making it easy for beginners to take advantage of the game by offering a 9-hole special as low as $20 with tax included:
·         Country Club of Miami (FREE)
·         Killian Greens
·         Miami Springs Golf Course
·         Palmetto Golf Course
·         Shula’s Golf Club
 
For details on Miami Golf Month, visit the dedicated website: www.MiamiGolfMonth.com .
 
Miami Golf Month is part of the GMCVB’s increasingly popular Miami Temptations Program, which takes a thematic focus on the best that Miami has to offer throughout the year at attractive prices. Other programs include Shop Miami Month (February), Miami Film Month (March), Miami Museums Month (May), Miami Romance Month (June), Miami Spa Month (July-August), Miami Spice Restaurant Month (August-September), Miami Attractions Month (October) and Miami Live Music Month (November). For more information on the Miami Temptations Programs please visit www.MiamiTemptations.com .

Miami Eats: YUM for the entire family at Miami Science Museum 4/20/13

Miami Eats: YUM for the entire family at Miami Science Museum
yumSaturday, April 20, 2013, 10:00am until 5:00pm
Miami Science Museum
3280 South Miami Avenue
Miami, Florida 33129  
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Regular admission is $14.95 for adults ($12.70 for Miami-Dade County residents); and $10.95 for seniors (62+), children (ages 3 – 12), and students with an I.D. ($9.30 for children, students and seniors who are Miami-Dade County residents). * Buy One Get One Free Museum Admission: if you bring two non-perishable food items per person to be donated to Farm Share and Chapman Partnership (limit two free admissions per family/transaction).

Family friendly food festival exploring the art and science of how Miami grows, cooks and enjoys food.

Featuring: Chef Giorgio Rapicavoli, Food Network Chopped Winner and owner of top local restaurant Eating House, unique food exhibits, fun cooking demos with delicious tastings and special cooking classes that will show you the science behind food while also stimulating your taste buds!

Miami Eats will have several activities for the entire family to enjoy including:

• Cooking demos/tastings from celebrity Chef Giorgio Rapicavoli of Miami’s acclaimed Eating House, Chef John Richards and student chefs of the Miami Culinary Institute and TUYO, and Whole Foods

• Cooking classes sponsored by Common Threads and Chef Kat Duran

• DIY hydroponics class hosted by Hydrofarm, which will also be raffling off a hydroponic kit to two lucky winners

• Design your own “healthy” plate hosted by the Ceramic League of Miami

• Oh Honey, Bee Hive presentation all about bees with a special honey tasting from Beekeeper Inese Bunch

• Special airing of “Fish Meat” film about sustainable fisheries by Fish Navy Films

• Fruit and Veggie Painting Lesson with Artist Donna Torres

• Learn the history behind the Vizcaya Estate Farm Village. James Deering, owner of the estate, created a picturesque farm on the land where the museum sits today that produced vegetables and herbs for the kitchens.

• Make your own nitrogen ice cream courtesy of Florida International University Chaplin School of Hospitality &Tourism Management.

• Enjoy a cultural experience with a Tea Ceremony and Yummy Chun Buns Tasting by Susan Lee Chun.

• Fun with food chemistry demonstrations on sugars, fats and all that (it might surprise you) with Miami Science Museum and partners.

• Select tables and booths showcasing nutrition and healthy eating with the University of Miami’s Nutrigardens and Eat Well Foods.

Miami Science Museum’s Summer Camp 2013

Miami Science Museum’s 2013 Summer Camp
miasciMiami Science Museum
3280 S. Miami Ave
Miami, FL 33129

Register Online. Registrations are entered on a first-come, first-served basis online, by fax at (305) 646-4300, by email at summercamp@miamisci.org  or at the Museum’s box office. The cutoff time for registrations for an upcoming week is the Friday before at 4 p.m.

Click here for more information, call the camp registrar at (305) 646-4222, or email summercamp@miamisci.org .

The eight one-week individual sessions are as follows:
Session 1: June 17 – 21
Session 2: June 24 – 28
Session 3: July 1 – 5 (No classes on the 4th of July)
Session 4: July 8 – 12
Session 5: July 15 – 19
Session 6: July 22 – 26
Session 7: July 29 – August 2
Session 8: August 5 – 9
 
Class times are 9 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Before Care (7:45–9 a.m.) and After Care (4–6 p.m.) are offered at an additional cost.
 
Students in classes involving field trips will depart from the Miami Science Museum at 9:10 a.m.

The Miami Science Museum is gearing up for its 47th Annual Summer Camp! During the eight one-week camp sessions, kids aged 4-14 will enjoy engaging, unique, fun-filled experiences including ecology, robotics, engineering, technology, field trips and more. While camp activities will be specific to the session chosen each week, each class will feature science lessons, projects, experiments, and crafts, interspersed with time to explore the museum galleries, planetarium or theater shows, and a 30-minute outdoor PE time. Campers in the 2nd through 8th grade groups will also go on field trips.
 
Classes are offered in the following age categories (campers must be entering the grade(s) of the group in August 2013):
Pre-K (age 4 as of August 2013; must be potty-trained and able to handle all aspects of using the restroom alone)
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd & 3rd Grades
4th & 5th Grades
6th, 7th & 8th Grades
 
For a complete listing of classes for each age category, visit www.miamisci.org/summercamp/classdesc.php.
 
Instructor to camper ratio is 1:10. Lead teachers are certified teachers with over 5-10 years of teaching experience in Miami-Dade County public and private schools, who will deliver hands-on, interactive learning. Each lead teacher has experience working with children in the grade level to which they are assigned. Each class will also have a teaching aide.
 
Campers should bring their own lunch. Two healthy snacks will be provided each day.
 
Miami Science Museum 2013 Summer Camp is made possible by the Miami-Dade County Mayor and Board of County Commissioners. The Children’s Trust provides funding for scholarships to non-profit organizations that enable abused, neglected, and disadvantaged children to attend summer camp classes.

Photographs of Spoken Soul Festival & Brunch

Spoken Soul Festival is three days of philanthropy, showcase, and support. The main SWAN Spoken Soul Showcase Vol. 6 celebrates SWAN DAY 2013.

Support Women Arts NOW! Winner of Miami New Time’s “Best of Miami” Best Event to Meet Intelligent Women, is featured some of the most talented women artists of South Florida. This free event showcased twelve women artists inside the historic Gibson Miami Showroom. For more information, check out: www.spokensoulfestival.com


Spoken Soul Festival
Gibson Miami Showroom
2751 North Miami Avenue
Miami, FL 33127
www.spokensoulfestival.com

 

Esperanza Spalding at the Arsht Center 4/19/13

Esperanza Spalding at the Arsht Center
spaldingFriday, April 19 @ 8:30 PM
Radio Music Society
Knight Concert Hall
1300 Biscayne Boulevard
Miami, FL 33132
Box Office (305) 949-6722
www.arshtcenter.org
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With an inimitable style and spirited presence that is deeply rooted in jazz, SPALDING has made an impressive mark in the music world since her 2006 solo debut. This Grammy-winning jazz bassist and singer celebrates a funky new album sure to captivate South Florida audiences!

World Fashion Organization Event Miami Fashion AIDS Awareness 4/20/13

World Fashion Organization EVENT | Miami Fashion | AIDS Awareness
Saturday, 04/20/2013, 05:00 pm
Sofitel Miami
5800 Blue Lagoon Dr
Miami, Florida 33126
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Fashion Designers Expo Florida, now partnered with the World Fashion Organization, and non-profit Let the Runway Meet the Cause, Inc., are calling all Politicians, Celebrities, Socialites, News Anchors, Athletes, Radio Personalities, Fashionistas, Press|Media, Bloggers, and Florida Residents to show that we ALL DO CARE about our communities. Miami-Dade and Broward Counties are claimed to be #1 & 2 in the NATION for the spread of HIV/AIDS! WE HAVE TO DO SOMETHING!

Join us during our Fashion Week as we fashionably educate our communities about the AIDS epidemic taking over. We have to start the conversation. Life is a RUNWAY. Let’s WALK RED. Let’s TALK RED! Let the Runway Meet the Cause!

The schedule of events for this Emerging Industry Fashion Week on April 18th-20th is listed below. Each day will be filled with Fashion and Philanthropy. Be a part of supporting the emerging fashion talent in your community as well as saving lives.

Purchase Tickets NOW!

Club Blue Networking & Cocktails 4/10/13

Club Blue Networking & Cocktails
Wednesday, 04/10/2013, 06:00 pm – 09:00 pm
ClubBlueHoxton1The Hoxton an Urban Beach House
1111 SW 1st Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33130
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Club Blue Miami, a young professionals group for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade, presents Networking and Cocktails. Club Blue Miami hopes to continue to attract Miami-Dade’s most motivated, energetic young professionals, ages 45 and younger, who will become the community’s future leaders.

A $25 minimum donation will include 1 drink and bar bites. For more information email: club blue@bgcmia.org

Industry Leaders At Miami Finance Forum CEO Power Breakfast Discuss Hedge Fund Investment Outlook For 2013 4/5/13

Industry Leaders At Miami Finance Forum CEO Power Breakfast Discuss Hedge Fund Investment Outlook For 2013
Friday, 04/05/2013, 07:30 am – 09:30 am
MFF-LogoThe Ballroom at Conrad Miami
1395 Brickell Ave.,
Miami, Florida 33131
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MIAMI – April 2, 2013 – The Miami Finance Forum (MFF) will host a “CEO Power Breakfast” panel discussion titled, “Hedge Funds 2013 Outlook.” The panel, moderated by Carlos Deupi, MFF chairman and corporate attorney with Squire Sanders, will provide insight and guidance related to hedge fund investment outlooks for 2013. The event takes place at 7:30 a.m. Friday, April 5, at the Ballroom of Conrad Miami, 1395 Brickell Avenue, Miami, FL 33131.

Panelists will discuss a variety of key topics including: Today’s investment environment for hedge funds, strategies that worked well in 2012 and reasons to consider investing in hedge funds; impact of foreign markets on U.S. and worldwide investment; the most attractive emerging markets for investment; and the impact of new regulations on due-diligence practices for hedge funds.

Panel speakers include leaders and investment officials from top hedge funds and investment firms:

● Peter Young, President, Advanced Fund Administration
● Jesse Wachs, Portfolio Manager, Powell Investment Advisors
● Monique B. Goihman – Director, Collins Capital
● Jonathan Fischer, Forrestal Capital

O’Miami Poetry Month April 2013

O, Miami Poetry Festival
April 2013
Around Miami
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“Poetry for all” comes back to Miami in 2013
O, Miami Poetry Festival returns in 2013 to once again attempt to deliver a poem to all 2.6 million+ residents of Miami-Dade County during the month of April.

Created by University of Wynwood with founding sponsor the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, O, Miami is both a celebration of contemporary poetry and an experimental project to turn a metropolitan area into a canvas for the literary arts.

In 2011, we flew poems behind airplanes, dropped them out of helicopters, sewed them into clothing, and attached them to every single bus in Miami-Dade County. We produced events with actors (James Franco); choreographers (Jonah Bokaer, Rashaun Mitchell); artists (Anne Carson, Sam Winston); and, yes, poets (W.S. Merwin, Tracy K. Smith, Raúl Zurita). The festival was covered nationally and internationally by The New Yorker, NPR’s Morning Edition, Dwell magazine, Best American Poetry, and the Associated Press, and chronicled in a new Knight Foundation report. http://www.knightarts.org/omiami/index.html

“Poetry is a living, breathing force that can light up the city. O, Miami is its platform. The written word leaves the printed page for a parade on South Beach, morphs into interpretive dance in Hialeah, and along the way helps art become part of people’s everyday lives,” said Alberto Ibargüen, president of Knight Foundation. At the conclusion of the 2011 festival, The Miami Herald asked, “Will we ever see another month so full of poetry?”
The answer is, Yes.
Y tambien, Sí.
University of Wynwood

This April, we will present a brand-new series of projects, interventions, and events that will once again re-imagine what’s possible in the presentation of contemporary poetry, including:
-A special celebration with Thurston Moore, lead singer of Sonic Youth; Richard Blanco, the Miami-raised poet who read at the 2013 Presidential Inauguration; and Megan Amram, a poet, comedian, and writer for the NBC show Parks & Recreation
-A final weekend, hosted by The Betsy Hotel-South Beach, that will feature readings and performances from the most diverse group of poets we’ve ever assembled, including Kevin Young, Chase Twitchell, Jean Portante, Jose Angel Leyva, Eduardo C. Corral, and Frank Báez
-A book called “That’s So Miami!” published by you, the people of South Florida. Send us your poems that begin or end with the phrase #ThatsSoMiami and we’ll play them on WLRN 91.3 FM, post them online and select the best ones to go into the book.
-“Poetry is Dead”: the first-ever poetry parade on South Beach featuring performances by well known dead poets
-A special “local poem” displayed pasted on 100 lampposts banners throughout Miami-Dade County
-Poems written by South Floridians flown behind airplanes
-Brand-new “poetry films” commissioned from and created by the geniuses behind the Borscht Film Festival
-A Tatoo + Poetry Night featuring legendary tattoo artist Duke Snyder
-A new dance + poetry piece by Merce Cunningham alumni Rashuan Mitchell and Silas Reiner commissioned and created for O, Miami
-An opening ceremony with Miami legend Trick Daddy -The first-ever Miami Literary Trivia Night -An open mic reading series for locals -A “poetry soapbox”: everyday at 5 p.m., a poet will read on the front steps of The Betsy Hotel -A poetry-themed flash mob

Miami For a taste of what’s to come this April, check out the multimedia report on our inaugural festival, describing how O,MIami made poetry compelling in one of the country’s most diverse cities. The report, commissioned by Knight Foundation, is available at knightarts.org/ omiami.
O, Miami Poetry Festival was created in 2011 by the University of Wynwood and the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation. The festival occurs every other year and has the mission of delivering a poem to every single person in Miami-Dade County in the span of one month. For more, visit omiami.org.

Knight Foundation supports transformational ideas that promote quality journalism, advance media innovation, engage communities and foster the arts. O,Miami was inspired by Knight Foundation’s arts program, which aims to engage and enrich communities in part by bringing art to unexpected places. For more, visit knightarts.org/omiami.

Adventures of the Foodaholic’s 1 Year Anniversary Celebration at NoVe Kitchen & Bar

If you are looking for a verified, solid restaurant to devour some complimentary cuisine and drinks, do we have a marvelous tip for you! Find a food bloggers party and get your freeloading-ass on that coveted guest list!

We had the privilege of attending Maria, The Foodaholic’s, First Blogiversary celebration for Adventures of the Foodaholic at NoVe Kitchen and Bar on March 13th. Maria’s blog, ”Adventures of the Foodaholic”,  is a joy to peruse, loads of real informative reviews, solid tips and upcoming not-to-be-missed events.  One can sense the sincere passion she infuses in her eloquent, saliva-inducing prose. Sweet, vivacious and funny, Maria exudes a fabulous vibe. The restaurant put on quite a culinary show. Continue reading “Adventures of the Foodaholic’s 1 Year Anniversary Celebration at NoVe Kitchen & Bar”

Bloom: Student & Teacher showcase 6/2/13

Bloom: Student & Teacher showcase
Sunday, 06/02/2013, 01:00 pm – 02:00 pm
Bloom_5x7Trail Theater
3715 SW 8th atreet,
miami, Florida 33133
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Order tickets via Eventbrite:
http://belly2abs-bloom-efbevent.eventbrite.com/

Belly2Abs presents: BLOOM

Bloom is our annual spring/summer show with special presentation of all of our Teachers and Instructors as well as choreographies performed by our students. Our artistic performances are carefully created by our own very talented staff. Watch some of the most alluring Bellydance performances, Flamenco Fusion dance, Tribal Fusion’s electric beats, ATS earthy dance style, and many more delightful pieces. Students will showcase their dedication in their dance in our show. BLOOM.

Wonderland Industry Tuesdays 4/1/13

Wonderland Industry Tuesdays! No cover on Rick C’s Exclusive VIP list
Sunday, 04/02/2013, 11:00 pm – 05:00 am
new-wonderland-in-the-biz-tuesdaysWonderland Miami
7770 Biscayne Blvd,
MIAMI, Florida 33131
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Wonderland is Miami’s latest and Most Exclusive Gentlemans club with with most gorgeous and professional
entertainers and staff from all over the world!

The Plush Nightclub Layout along with a mouth watering gourmet menu makes Wonderland one of a kind.

This and Every Tuesday come join the lovely Wonderland staff and myself for “Industry Tuesdays”
Known as the “Sexiest Tuesday Night Party In the industry

For Complimentary Admission Text “WONDERLAND” to 786 273 7401 or 786 303 2787 to enlist on RICK C’s Exclisive
NO Cover VIP LIST

For Select $150 Bottle Specials, Text “WONDERLAND BTL RSVP” to 786 273 7401 or 786 303 2787
Bottle special will only be honored with a reservation.

Dress Code is enforced.No Athletic gear of any kind and No Shorts. Admission is at doorman’s discretion

RICK C
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Wonderland Miami
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The World’s Largest Food Truck Event Ever 4/20/13

The World’s Largest Food Truck Event Ever
Saturday, 04/20/2013, 04:30 pm – 10:00 pm
WorldsLargest_LogoMagic City Casino
450 NW 37th Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33125
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Magic City Casino, Miami’s first casino to offer Las Vegas style slot machines, in partnership with Burger Beast will present the World’s Largest Food Truck Event Ever with over 60 South Florida food trucks serving a range of gourmet specialties. The preceding parade will be considered an official attempt to break the Guinness World Record for “The Largest Parade of Food Trucks.”

Admission to this event is free.

Jake and Elwood Blues Brothers Themed 2013 Be A Kid Again Children’s Museum Gala 4/6/13

Jake and Elwood Blues Brothers Themed 2013 Be A Kid Again Children’s Museum Gala 
Saturday, April 6th at 6:30 PM
Miami Children’s Museum (MCM)
980 MacArthur Causeway
Miami, FL

This year’s theme, the Blues Brothers’ “We’re on a Mission” will celebrate exceptional educational programming and showcase a far out live auction hosted by popular celebrities Dave Barry and Paul Castronovo. The night will also feature a one of a kind Silent Auction. Guests will groove the night away to a spectacular multimedia stage production by Jake and Elwood Blues Revue, the complete Blues Brothers ™ tribute.

Considered by many to be the most fun event of the South Florida Social Season, Miami Children’s Museum’s Be A Kid Again Gala features exceptional live entertainment, luxurious auctions and a culinary experience unlike any other. Premier Sponsors for the event are Alan Potamkin and Brigett Rok and the Fairholme Foundation.  Presenting Sponsors are Jeff and Yolanda Berkowitz, Coastal Construction Group and the Miami Marlins/David Samson.  The event is chaired by Mike and Chris Weinberg.

“MCM has always provided exceptional educational programming to children and families throughout South Florida,” says Jeffrey Berkowitz, Chairman of the Board for the Miami Children’s Museum. “The funds raised at the Be A Kid Again Gala help us ensure that all children continue to have access to these programs.”

Guests will feel like a kid again from the moment they enter the Museum. The night kicks off with a not to be missed cocktail reception inside the Museum’s galleries filled with an extensive silent auction, featuring a wine section with exclusive lots from all over the world.  The main events of the evening, the energetic live auction featuring items that include a portrait by Romero Britto, an automotive lease from the Collection and Limited edition Girard-Perregaux, iconic FOReverglades luxury timepiece from their new Hawk collection, culminating with the spectacular performance by Jake and Elwood Blues Revue, the complete Blues Brothers â„¢ tribute will have you bidding and dancing the night away.

And completing our dynamic Blues Brothers themed extravaganza is a taste tempting array of treats that bring to life all the iconic Chicagoland locations from the movie.  Chow down at Aretha Franklin’s Soul Café! Get a Musical food transfusion at Ray Charles’ Music Exchange!  “Play Ball” with the food at Wrigley Field! All this and much, much more!

By being a kid again for a night, you will help support MCM’s important mission of ensuring that world-class educational programming is accessible to ALL children in our community.

The 2013 Be A Kid Again Gala Host Committee includes: Lisa Akin, Michele Berlowitz, Jeff Berkowitz, Yolanda Berkowitz, Angela Birdman, Tina Carlo, Alexis Cooper, Marianne Devine, Rebecca Dreyfuss, Lara Gallardo, Aaron Glickman, Leslie Golan, Michael Grieco, Dana Hagendorf, Shannon Hori, Donald Jones, Karla Jones Stone, DJ Kerr, Erika Koopman, Rahul Kothari, Susan Lampen, Gisela Lowenstein, Pam Luria, Jackie Malamed, Joanne Messing, Janet Moreira Gamble, Corey Narson, Melissa Netkin, Adrienne Pardo, Beverly Parker, Wayne Pathman, Gloria Porcella, Lori Reimer, Manny Rodriguez, Lara Rosenbaum, Howard Rosenbaum, Mark Rousso, Katherine Rubino, Millinda Sinnreich, Mijanou Spurdle, Sarah Sullivan, Beth Tasca, Peter White

Miami Children’s Museum offers bilingual and interactive exhibits; programs and classes and learning materials related to arts, culture, community and communication.  MCM has 14 interactive galleries and houses many exciting and fun traveling exhibits.

Miami Children’s Museum is dedicated to enriching the lives of all children by fostering a love of learning and enabling children to realize their highest potential.  Through arts and educational programs, MCM seeks to include and target all audiences in Miami’s changing and diverse community by becoming the “town center” for Miami-Dade County’s children and families. The Miami Children’s Museum is the recipient of the Bank of America’s Distinguished Education Award presented by the Beacon Council.

Photographs of Bird Road Art Walk on 3/16/13

Bird Road Art Walk on Saturday, March 16, 2013. What a great art walk, it has grown so much.  If you have not made it out to this art walk you should make the trip.  The walk is to 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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