Category: Miami Beach

Miami Gay and Lesbian Film Festival Volunteer Orientation 4/25/12

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Miami Gay & Lesbian Film Festival Volunteer Orientation
4/25/2012, 7PM
LGBT Visitor Center on Miami Beach
1130 Washington Ave (First Floor)
Miami Beach, Fl
www.mglff.com

Meet new friends from the LGBT & Straight Allied community, rub elbows with independent film aficionados and help be a part of the 14th annual Miami Gay and Lesbian Film Festival.

Volunteer meet and greet will be April 25th at the LGBT Visitor Center on Miami Beach

RSVP on Facebook

Rummy! Winning at Miami’s Rum Renaissance Grand Tasting

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Yesterday I attended the Miami Rum Renaissance Grand Tasting at the Deauville Beach Resort in Miami Beach. Ed Roberts asked me to tag along, I suppose because of my radiant personality! I gladly accepted. Ed and I arrived right on time, a novelty for typical Miamians, and used most of the 6 hours allotted to work our way through the exhibits of dozens of rum makers.

What a fantastic event it was too! The vendors were enthusiastic, knowledgeable and offered a very engaging environment to spend the day. Most offered both straight rum product as well as some cocktail variations to choose from. It was fun trying many different rums from an extremely diverse group of distillers. There were rums from Colombia, Guatemala, Brazil, St. Lucia, Puerto Rico, Spain, Trinidad, Madagascar, Jamaica, Haiti, Venezuela, French West Indies, United States, and probably a handful of others.

There were vendors selling clothes, hot sauces, books and drink-making gear. There was a live band and dancing. Some of my favorite exhibits were from Dos Maderas, which had ends of the barrels cut off so you could smell the wood. I felt right at home in the Brugal Lounge with the young ladies there to make us feel comfortable. Bacardi had a great display and served some of their rums directly from the barrel. And I will not forget the model who served me some Poesia, dressed as if she was on her way to Carnival. The whole day was very entertaining. I’m still going through hundreds of photos.

Now, I plan on doing a thorough review of the rum products (Update) on my (it used to be a beer blog) DailyBeerReview.com site. Should that be something you might want to check out, be sure to sign up so you don’t miss any posts. I did, however, want to mention some of my favorites from the day here.

Ed and I both loved the Dos Maderas PX 5+5 Rum, noting its awesome vanilla, sherry and richness. The Bohemio Honey offering was spectacular. One Barrel was really unique smelling and tasting. Siesta Key Spiced Rum was superb. Other notables were Zaya, Appleton 12, Centenario 25, Zafra 21, Rum Diplomatico 12 and Vizcaya 21. But honestly, the rums were across the board terrific!

Finally, though I had one eye open looking to see if Belkys might be in attendance, there were a few others I was hoping to meet. I bumped into one of the models that I knew from somewhere. After much discussion, she turned out to be a former employee of Total Wine. Surprise! OMG, I ran into my boss! No, not my real boss, silly. My boss from this site, Soul of Miami. Yep, I got to meet James and Annette, and James actually introduced me to the event host, Robert Burr. Rob is the author of Rob’s Rum Guide, a very handy little booklet about rum with hundreds of tasting notes.

I’ll definitely be back next year and I suggest you do the same!

Edward J Oberle Lopez presents Beauty Bash Unity Now Is a Tomorrow for Everyone 4/28/12

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Edward J Oberle Lopez presents Beauty Bash Unity Now Is a Tomorrow for Everyone
Saturday April 28, 9:30pm
Bamboo Miami Beach
550 Washington Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33139

Edward J Oberle Lopez presents Beauty Bash Unity Now Is a Tomorrow for Everyone, an evening of beauty, music, entertainment and fashion event benefiting Alzheimer’s Foundation of America

General Admmission 300 tickets avalable at the door for just $30 VIP with Swag Bag $75. And Ultra VIP Swag bag and seating $250. 100 % is tax deductable of door and Silent Auction goes to the charity Cash or Check at the door credit cards in advance by calling Lynda Levitsky the AFA Fundraising Committee 561.703.1738

9:30 PM Celebrity Meet / Greet and pictures with wine and silent auction with a special art perforance by Anastasia The Great.
10 PM the party gets started with DJ Mykris followed by Tiffany Miranda from American Idol and X Factor followed by Ariel Rose, Latin Tenor Waren Tesh and much more and to complete our fundraiser will be a Fashion Week Runway Show Gabbita by Juilian Rojas .
Complimentary cocktails till 11 PM provided by SX Liquors .

Media / Celebrity contact Rosie Quiones at rosieq@infokusmktg.com

Private Event 9:30 to Midnight just $30 for entrance and it goes to chairty after midnight normal Bamboo Door Charge Policies apply. Once you are in you are in, no one will be asked to leave after our event so you can dance the night away in Miami’s Newest Multi-Million Dollar World Class Night Club .

Celebrity Master of Ceremonies Kaz Amor owner of Warren Tricommi Los Angles and Vice Mayor of Miami Beach Michael Gongora

Sponsors Flamingo Beauty Supply, Utopia Home Care, Emmediciotto

Miami Beach Beauty Show Presented my Flamingo Beauty May 19 ,20 2013 at the Miami Beach Convention Center Hall D. We are bringing Sexy and Beauty Back to Miami Beach a 100 % Education Trade show for the Beauty Professional .

Out in the Tropics Kick Off with Sean Dorsey Dance from San Francisco 5/12/12

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Out in the Tropics kicks off this year with Sean Dorsey Dance from San Francisco
Saturday, May 12, 2012. 8:00 p.m.
Colony Theatre
1040 Lincoln Road
Miami Beach, FL 33139

Admission: $20 general and $15 students/seniors.
Tickets can be purchased at www.FUNDarte.us or www.ticketmaster.com, by calling 800.745.3000 and 305.674.1040, or in-person at the Colony Theatre’s box office.

Out in the Tropics, a different kind of performing arts series, brings a full range of award-winning, contemporary Gay and Lesbian artists and art events to South Florida annually. In the third year of Out in the Tropics, FUNDarte is presenting two wildly different and intriguing groups: Sean Dorsey Dance from San Francisco on May 12, 2012 and Teatro El Publico’s staging of Caligula from Havana, Cuba on June 14 through 16, both at the Colony Theatre. Besides performances, this series will also include a variety of events such as panels, master classes and artist receptions from May 12 through June 16, and will feature three screenings of Pedro Almodóvar’s films; Bad Education (La Mala Educación), Law of Desire (La Ley del Deseo) and All About my Mother (Todo sobre mi madre), which will be shown at the Centro Cultural de España in Miami.

Opening the Series this year is Sean Dorsey Dance with his outstanding Florida premiere of The Secret History Of Love. Award winning choreographer Dorsey creates visual poems hinging on universal narrative of love, heartbreak and the desire for community. His dances seamlessly stitch together past and present, hope and history, personal intimacy and social context. The Secret History Of Love is an epic work that chronicles the ways LGBT people have built relationships throughout history, under circumstances when it was required that they remain inconspicuous. The result is a rollicking, stirring treatise on the enduring language of the heart.

The Secret History Of Love is the culmination of a two-year community research process conducted by Sean Dorsey. Dorsey conducted archival research and directed LGBT Elders Oral History Projects in San Francisco and Boston. The Secret History Of Love features the voices and stories of these elders, along with powerful, moving and hilarious episodes from our community’s buried history of love.

Sean Dorsey is an award-winning choreographer, writer and dancer. Celebrated as the nation’s first out transgender modern dance choreographer, Dorsey has won audiences from San Francisco to New York with his powerful dances that provide a window into transgender and queer experience. Dorsey is also the founder and Artistic Director of Fresh Meat Productions, the nation’s first transgender arts nonprofit creating, presenting and touring year-round transgender arts programs.

The Secret History Of Love features a stellar cast of dancers and performers: Sean Dorsey, Juan De La Rosa, Brian Fisher, Nol Simonse and Shawna Virago. Original music by Jesse Olson Bay, StormMiguel Florez, Alex Kelly, Keith Kenniff, Ben Kessler, Jeffrey Alphonsus Mooney and Ramon & Jessica. Sound Engineering by Laura Dean; Lighting Design by Clyde Sheets; Costume Design by Tiffany Amundson.

For more information about local events, please visit www.miamiartguide.com

Beachwear Bash At Bliss Spa 5/3/12

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Beachwear Bash At Bliss Spa
Thursday, May 3, 2012, 7pm – 10 pm
Bliss Spa at the W Hotel South Beach
2201 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33139

RSVP@shortcutstofabulous.com

Just in time for summer, Shortcuts to Fabulous, the go- to blog for all things fabulous from fashion and style to travel tips, presents the Beachwear Bash at Bliss Spa at the W Hotel to get you head – to- toe ready for bikini season.

Hosted by Electric Blogarella, Ginger Harris, Miami’s girl – about – town, guests will shop swimwear by Kariza, beachwear by Aquarius, while receiving complimentary mini- spa treatments courtesy of Bliss Spa. Indulge in free hand massages, rapid rub massage and energizing vitamized oxygen spray facial treatment while imbibing on cocktails provided by Grey Goose .

As if mingling with stylish, savvy gals, sipping cocktails, spa’ing and shopping wasn’t interactive enough, guests who bring their smart phones can tweet along with @shortcuts2fab, hashtag #miabeachbash.

The Italy-America Chamber of Commerce Southeast L’Aperitivo 4/26/12

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The Italy-America Chamber of Commerce Southeast L’Aperitivo
Thursday April 26, 2012 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Pelican Hotel
826 Ocean Drive
Miami Beach, FL 33139
Register Online

The Italy-America Chamber of Commerce Southeast and the Pelican Hotel have the pleasure to invite you to L’Aperitivo the Authentic Italian Happy-Hour

– IACCSE Members: FREE

– Friends of the Chamber: $10
If you are interested in participating please register by clicking on the link below

Betsy Hotel South Beach is proud to present Three Poets/Three Generations 4/29/12

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Betsy Hotel South Beach is proud to present Three Poets/Three Generations
Sunday, April 29, 2012 at 7 pm
The Betsy South Beach
1440 Ocean Drive
Miami Beach
www.thebetsyhotel.com

Closing Event for National Poetry Month part of homage to Betsy’s poetry muse, Hyam Plutzik. The event, which marks the close of National Poetry Month, will feature readings by award-winning poet and president and publisher of Ecco Press/HarperCollins, Daniel Halpern; MacArthur Genius Grant winner, poet Campbell McGrath; and O, Miami founder, poet P. Scott Cunningham. The evening’s program also includes a special screening of a movie short by Oscar-nominated directors Christine Choy and Ku Ling Siegel, showcasing iconic American poet Stanley Kunitz reading Hyam Plutzik’s poem, Sprig of Lilac. This was Kunitz’s last public interview before his death at age 99. This year marks the centennial of Hyam Plutzik, who was the father of Betsy owner Jonathan Plutzik and whose poetry appears in various places throughout the property including pillows at nightly turndown, and in room libraries. The Betsy’s Second Annual Poetry Party on the Roof Deck will follow the readings at 9 pm. The event is free and open to the public.

The evening invites a look at the connections between poets and their teachers. The featured poets share an intergenerational connection; Daniel Halpern was a student of Stanley Kunitz; Campbell McGrath was Halpern’s student, and Cunningham studied with McGrath. Les Standiford, the director of the Florida International University Creative Writing Program will lead a Q&A session at the conclusion of the program.

The Betsy has been the epicenter of National Poetry Month in Miami this year, in association with O, Miami,and the University of Wynwood Visiting Poets Series, and many other regional partners, featuring poets in residence, public readings, and community service. Two-time U.S. Poet Laureate Billy Collins was Betsy’s first poet in residence for National Poetry Month on April 1. Other visiting artists included emerging poets Melissa Broder, R. Dwayne Betts, Malachi Black, and Ariana Reines, who enjoyed residencies in the Betsy’s new Writer’s Room. Poet Daniel Halpern arrives on April 28.

CANCELLED City of Miami Beach and Dream in Green Beach Clean Up 4/21/12

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CANCELLED DUE TO BAD WEATHER.

Unfortunately, due to the bad weather that is forecast for today, the Dream in Green Beach Clean up & the City of Miami Beach Earth Day Celebration have been CANCELLED. We’re all disappointed and look forward to the next opportunity to work together on a beach cleanup.

Thank you for your understanding and support.
Dream in Green

City of Miami Beach and Dream in Green Beach Clean Up
Saturday, April 21, 2:30 pm – 6:00 pm
9th Street and the Beach

All volunteers must register for each event!
Registration form Online

Please, Carpool If You Can, Save Gas And Help Our Planet!

Age Volunteers 15 years old or younger must present the attached Minor Release Form signed by a parent/guardian and one parent/guardian must be present.

Volunteers 16 or 17 years old must only present the attached Minor Release Form signed by a parent/guardian.

Volunteers 18 years old or older, please sign the Adult Release Form and bring it along with you.

We Provide Water, some snacks, garbage bags and gloves for the cleanup – and lots of fun!

You Bring Volunteers should wear a hat, sneakers or ”aqua-shoes”, and bring sunscreen and a refillable water bottle.

Bottled Water – Plastic – Not Provided At Ecomb’s Events.
Community Service Hours You will receive 4 community service hours for each event.

Women In PR South Beach Take Over Afternoon Pampering Retreat 5/20/12

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Women In PR South Beach Take Over Afternoon Pampering Retreat
May 20, 2012, 12pm-5pm
Break Water Hotel
940 Ocean Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33139
womeninpr.org

Join Women In PR for an afternoon of pampering, relaxation and socialization. Women in the public relations, event planning and social media industries, will be pampered with spa services, sip on mojitos, eat delightful spring cuisine, and enjoy treats from the scrumptious cupcake bar while listening to beats from Miami DJ B*Ryte.

Proceeds from this event will benefit the Kristi House. The Kristi House is a nonprofit 501(c) (3) corporation that was organized in March 1994 as a Task Force to fill the unmet, critical need in Miami-Dade County for specialized and coordinated services for children who are victims of sexual abuse.

Trust your Innate Intuition 5/1/12

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Trust your Innate Intuition
Tuesday, May 1, 2012, 1 p.m. and 7 p.m.
Courtyard Marriott Aventura Mall
2825 NE 191 Street
Aventura, Florida, 33180
lecture costs $10

SpiritualGrowthKeys.com

Learn to listen and trust your innate psychic ability and tap into your inner guidance in this lecture sponsored by the Inner Peace Movement International (IPMI), a non-profit, educational organization. We use our psychic ability everyday and we have an inner guidance that we can tap into for help and inspiration say two international lecturers, Patrick Kilhenny and Estelle Small, presenting on this program. Experience how psychic you already are! Lecture times are 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. Parking at the hotel is free for those attending this event.

Fontainebleau Hotel Presents ReVIBE Pool Party with Dirty South and Armand Pena 4/22/12

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Fontainebleau Hotel Presents ReVIBE Pool Party with Dirty South and Armand Pena
Sunday April 22 | 12 to 7pm
Fontainebleau Hotel
4441 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach

Fontainebleau Hotel Presents
ReVIBE Pool Party at Arkadia Side with
Super Star DJs / Producer
Dirty South and Armand Pena
Click here to purchase pre sale tickets for $30
Text at 305.305.4088 if you need more info.

Cinco de Mayo Mexico invades la Española Way 5/2/12

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Cinco de Mayo РMexico invades la Espa̱ola Way!
5/2/12, 3:00 P.M.
Segafredo Española Way
500 Espanola Way
Miami Beach, FL 33139
5demayomiami.eventbrite.com

RSVP to get your BRACELET for discounts and specials:
5demayomiami.eventbrite.com

Come and celebrate the true Mexican way!
… Mexico invades La Española Way!
Mexicanos en Miami will make your 5 de Mayo celebration a unique one.

Live Bands, DJs, Mucho Tequila, Piñatas and more!
Join us, just RSVP to receive your ‘Amigos’ bracelet for discounts, specials and surprises!

Segafredo Española Way & Drexel Irish Pub
Discounts:
$7 Cocktails (well drinks)*
$5 Beers*
Specials on Customized Mexican Menu on both Drexel Irish Pub and Segafredo Española Way.

*Discounts and Specials might change. Kindly request proper pricing information on site.

American Royalty Supreme Florida State Pageant 2012 6/3/12

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American Royalty Supreme Florida State Pageant 2012
Sunday June 3rd,2012, 4pm to 9pm
Newport Beachside Hotel and Resort
Atlantis Ballroom
16701 Collins Ave
Miami Beach, Florida
americanroyaltysupremepageants.com

American Royalty Supreme Florida State Pageant
Sunday June 3rd,2012
Applications are still being accepted for this wonderful event.
Open to all age divisions Infants to Adults and All States
Come out to join the fun and excitment
Who knows maybe even win your Royal Crown, and other wonderful prizes as well as Cash
Apply on line at americanroyaltysupremepageants.com
Like us on FaceBook at American Royalty Supreme Pageants
Call 1-888-501-7212 or 785 633-9176 or 785 232-8181 for more information.
Also vendors — if you are interested in being a part of this event sign up at our website.

Princess and Little Gents ( 0-12)
Upper Division
Teen — Teen Miss– Miss– Ms. — Mrs

Bass Museum of Art’s Summer Camp 6/11/12 – 8/17/12

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Bass Museum of Art’s Summer Camp
June 11 – August 17, 2012
9am – 3:30pm
bass museum of art
2100 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33139

To register: Kylee Crook, Education Program Manager, kcrook@bassmuseum.org, 305.750.1016

Camp a: 4-6 yr olds
June 11-15 Exploring Color! – Come test your knowledge of your colors as you mix paint to create colorful works of art.
June 18-22 The Amazing Elements of Art – Lines, shapes, textures, colors, forms and space!
June 25-29 Rainforest Adventure! – This week will be a sizzling adventure into learning about and building our own rainforest.
July 2-6 Food Fun! – Create paintings and 3-D works of art inspired by artists who love food. (*No class on July 4)
July 9-13 Painting & Drawing Tall Tales – Making works of art based on some of the world’s most famous fairytales.
July 16-20 Make Art with Nature – create works of art from nature that is all around us.
July 23-27 Puppet Theatre – Invent your own puppets, and put on a show in your own puppet theatre!
July 30 –Aug. 3 Let’s go digital – computers are the newest art making tool. Let us teach you the basics of making digital art. You’re never too young to start!
Aug 6-10 Art from the Far East – This week we learn about and practice art techniques from the far East.
Aug 13 – 17 Contemporary Art Explosion – We will take inspiration from the cutting-edge artists of today.

Camp b: 7- 12 yr olds
June 11-15 Mastering your Drawing Skills – Students will learn various ways to use pencil, charcoal, pastels, pen and ink, and various techniques to study lines and their characteristics.
June 18-22 Paint, Paint, Paint – Learn various techniques in watercolor, acrylic, tempera, and ink applications.
June 25-29 Adventures in Sculpting – Architecture, furniture, design, pottery, mobiles and much more!
July 2-6 Year of the Dragon! – Explore dragons in art history by drawing, painting, and sculpting dragons of all kinds. (*No class on July 4)
July 9-13 The Power of Printmaking – learn how to print like the masters!
July 16-20 Weave me in – textiles in ways you never thought possible!
July 23-27 The Optical and the Surreal – Enter a dream world that fools the eye and the mind by discovering the world of surrealism and optical illusions.
July 30-Aug 3 Exploring Great American and European Artists – Discover the masters by learning their techniques.
Aug 6 – 10 Discover Caribbean and Latin American Artists – Miami is a great place to experience Caribbean and Latin art! Learn all about it during this week of camp!
Aug 13-17 ArchKIDtecture – Children will construct their own 3-D magical city

Take an adventure with the Bass Museum of Art in painting, drawing and 3-D design during the Bass Museum of Art’s 10-week summer art camp. The camps are geared for creative-minded children where budding artists can explore various types of aesthetic to become fully immersed in the arts. Divided into two different camps – one for ages 4-6 and one for ages 7-12, each camp is taught by a certified art instructor exploring a different theme weekly. Sign up for a day, a week or the whole summer, and with scholarship assistance available and a sibling discount, the whole family can join in on the fun.

The bass museum of art is located in Miami Beach, the Bass Museum of Art offers a dynamic year-round calendar of exhibitions exploring the connections between contemporary art and works of art from its permanent collection of Renaissance and Baroque paintings, sculpture, textiles, Apulian Vessel Gallery and Egyptian Gallery. Artists’ projects, educational programs, lectures, events, concerts and free family days complement the works on view. Founded in 1963 when the City of Miami Beach accepted a collection of Renaissance and Baroque works of art from collectors John and Johanna Bass, the collection was housed in an Art Deco building designed in 1930 by Russell Pancoast. Architect Arata Isozaki designed an addition to the museum between 1998 and 2001 that doubled its size from 15,000 to 35,000 square feet. Most recently, the museum selected internationally acclaimed Oppenheim Architecture + Design to lead its first phase of design and renovation tied to the 2010 completion of Miami Beach’s Collins Park. Oppenheim redesigned and relocated the museum’s arrival area to flow from and into the new park on Collins Avenue. For more information, please visit http://www.bassmuseum.org.

Marc Anthony launches Maestro Cares at the Shelborne 4/24/12

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Marc Anthony launches Maestro Cares
Tuesday, April 24, 7pm
The Shelborne
1801 Collins Ave
Miami Beach, FL 33139

Kim’s Good Karma Group has been invited by entrepreneur & philanthropist Henry Cardenas, and international pop, superstar Marc Anthony for the introduction THEIR new foundation “Maestro Cares” www.maestrocares.org to Miami and the WORLD. Their launch will be celebrated with cocktails on April 24th. Their mission is working towards improving the livelihood of children in LATAM; starting with Colombia, the Dominican Republic & Puerto Rico. Attached is the invitation for your review. If you are not able to attend, please try and send a donation. Your gift will make an incredible difference in the lives of thousands of kids.

Thank you for making the world a better place, one life at a time!!

For questions, call 312-980-7788 or 305-374-5599.
Organized and orchestrated by Maestro Cares; supported by KGKG!

Architecture and Acoustics A Discussion Featuring MTT 4/19/12

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Architecture and Acoustics – A Discussion Featuring MTT
Thursday, April 19, 7:00pm
SunTrust Pavilion, New World Center
New World Symphony
500 17th Street
Miami Beach, FL 33139

Free, but tickets are required
Reserve Tickets Now

Site and Sound: The Architecture and Acoustics of New Opera Houses and Concert Halls
Does the music serve the space, or does the space serve the music?

Discussion at 7:00 PM
Book signing and reception at 8:00 PM

Please join architectural historian Victoria Newhouse, author of a new book titled Site and Sound: The Architecture and Acoustics of New Opera Houses and Concert Halls; New World Symphony Artistic Director Michael Tilson Thomas; and architectural critic and Editor-in-Chief of Modern Magazine Beth Dunlop for a lively discussion on the inextricable link between architecture and acoustics in performance spaces.
This event comes on the heels of a new story by CNN in which the New World Center was rated one of the six best spots in the world for architecture lovers. Click here to read the article.

Presented in conjunction with Books & Books.

For more information visit www.newworldcenter.com or call the New World Center Box Office at 305-673-3331.

Sustainatopia 2012 Conference Powered by PechaKucha 4/20/12

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PechaKucha Miami #15
April 20, 2012 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
The Wolfsonian-FIU
1001 Washington Ave
Miami Beach, FL 33139
More Info
863-602-7322
www.wolfsonian.org
$10

A SUSTAINATOPIA EVENT
Pecha Kucha Miami partners with Roz Gatewood of Ecovation 3 (http://ecovation3.com/) for SUSTAINATOPIA 2012 (www.sustainatopia.com) to spotlight an innovative group of Ecopreneurs who mean business–green business.

SUSTAINATOPIA 2012- Miami (www.sustainatopia.com) one of the world’s largest events regarding social, financial and environmental responsbility. The event will include over 50 individual events throughout Miami in film, art, music, eco-fashion, food, design, authors series, parties. at many locations throughout Miami. It is estimated that more than 15,000 will attend all events from more than 60 countries.

SPONSORS include the Miami Beach Visitor & Convention Authority,TBC Capital, The Naked Foundation, Minerva Capital Group & Stanford Social Innovation Review.

MEDIA has included the Economist, MTV, Univision, Rolling Stone Magazine, USA Today. PODER MAGAZINE, the New York Times and many others.

Last year’s celebrities attendees included Donna Karan, Venus Williams, Patricia Arquette, Maria Bello, Selita Ebanks, Tico Torres and Lea Black.
Presenters
Robert Manrique
Chad Oppenheim
Franco Lodato
Roz Gatewood
Sian Evans
Professor Donald DeAngelis
Rich Groden
Jennifer Siqueira

City of Miami Beach Second Annual Sister Cities International Artist Showcase Opening 4/24/12

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City of Miami Beach’s Second Annual Sister Cities International Artist Showcase Opening reception
Tuesday, April 24th from 7 to 9 pm
Art Deco Welcome Center
1001 Ocean Drive
Miami Beach

The vernissage is free and open to the general public.

27 artists representing the sister cities of Miami Beach will exhibit their artwork at the Art Deco Museum / Welcome Center.

The Miami Beach Sister Cities International Committee has partnered with Rodez Art Gallery, which curated the exhibit, to produce the Second Annual Sister Cities International Artist Showcase. Miami Beach’s sister cities include:
Fujisawa, Japan – 1959
Santa Marta, Colombia – 1979
Cozumel, Mexico – 1992
Ica, Peru – 1996
Pescara, Italy – 1997
Almonte, Spain – 1998
Fortaleza, Brazil – 2004
Nahariya, Israel – 2004
Brampton, Canada – 2008
Basel, Switzerland – 2011
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil – Friendship City – 1996

This year with Cozumel, Mexico being our featured city, our honored guests will be Cozumel Mayor Aurelio Joaquin Gonzalez and the First Lady Maria Luisa Prieto de Joaquin. Our featured centerpiece is from Mexican telenovela actor Pablo Azar, an artist whose piece is entitled Amor Iluminado.

The exhibit will be on view from Wednesday, April 25 through Friday, May 17 from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm daily, including weekends.

Models 4 Sustainability Hosted By Artist Attila Lakatoush 4/20/12

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Models 4 Sustainability Hosted By Artist Attila Lakatoush
Friday, April, 20th, 9:00pm until 4:00am
Shore Club in Miami
1901 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33139
Facebook Evite

Models 4 Sustainability Hosted By Artist, Attila Lakatoush
Have A Heart
Please Join Haute In The City With Kimberlee & Erin Mia In Conjunction With The Momm Organization And Sustainatopia For A Glorious Night Celebrating And Benefitting Sea Shepherd Conservation Society, An International Marine Wildlife Conservation Organization.

Featuring Dj Alex Butler
And Special Guest Dj Stacy Todd From Ocean One Models

Live Models Body Painted And Raffled For Charity.

No Cover On Our List, But Please Be Generous To Our Charities As A Portion Of Proceeds From Cocktails At The Bar Will Be Donated To The Cause.

Table Reservations & Bottle Service: Text: 954.232.0772

Email: erinmamilchman@gmail.com, kimberlee007@gmail.com

Sex in South Beach Launch Party 4/21/12

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Sex in South Beach Launch Party
Saturday, April 21, 2012, 8:00 PM
Catalina Hotel & Beach Club

Remember: You MUST RSVP for the party.
RSVP Online

Launch celebration for Sex in South Beach AND the School of Sensual Satisfaction!

Join us as we celebrate the release of America’s Sex Educator, Dr. Sonjia, newest book, “Sex in South Beach” and the start of the School of Sensual Satisfaction, located in Miami Beach.

The party starts at 8 PM with a Belly Dance performance from internationally renowned belly dancer, Portia.
At 9 PM, singer Andrea Salgado will warm us up with sensual singing and prepares the stage for a chair dance by Dawn Price of Miami Seduction Dance.
The Shameless Burlesque troupe will seduce us with a performance at 10 PM.
You’ll have an opportunity to buy an autographed copy of Dr. Sonjia’s book and we’ll have giveaways throughout the night!

Follow Dr. Sonjia on Twitter @DrSonjia
Hashtag for the event: #SexinSouthBeach
Follow the hashtag to win prizes all night long!

Register at: http://sex-in-south-beach-school-of-sensual-satisfaction.eventbrite.com/

Felipe Lamoglia in Concert 4/19/12

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Felipe Lamoglia in Concert
04/19/2012, 9:00 pm to 1:00 Am
Van Dyke Cafe
846 Lincoln Road
Miami Beach, FL 33139
(305) 534-3600
www.felipelamoglia.com

In addition to Arts Centers and Festivalsperformed all over the world and in USA, Mr
Lamoglia is bringing all this experience to IRESOUNDS which comes from an extended mixture of folklores including Afro-Cuban roots, Brazilian rhythms and Contemporary
Jazz, resulting in a mix of Jazz, Beats and Clave.

All Afro-Cuban music and the majority of Latin jazz is rooted in a basic rhythm called clave, which developed out of the rhythms brought to the Caribbean by Africans during the slave trade.

With IRESOUNDS you are welcome to delight the essence of Afro-Cuban Jazz music and the basic clave rhythms like Guaguanco, Rumba and Bolero but with a complete different modern view, still up to dance and full of improvisation and versatile creativity.

Piola Earth Day Candlelight Dining 4/22/12

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Piola Earth Day Candlelight Dining
April 22, 2012, 12 p.m. – 12 a.m.
Piola Miami Beach
Piola, 1625 Alton Road
Miami Beach, 33139
www.piola.it

Piola Miami Beach will turn off the lights on Earth Day for the entire day (Noon – Midnight) for a unique candlelight dining experience. The experience is aimed at highlighting just one of several acts of green (preservation) that help reduce the carbon footprint and greenhouse emissions.”

Le Petit Papillon Montessori School “Be the Child Night” 2012 Open House 4/20/12

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Le Petit Papillon Montessori School “Be the Child Night” 2012 Open House
April 20, 2012, 5:30 p.m.- 8:00 p.m.
Le Petit Papillon Montessori School
1021 Biarritz Drive
Miami Beach

www.lepetitpapillonmontessori.com

On Friday, April 20th from 5:30 p.m.- 8:00 p.m., Le Petit Papillon Montessori School, Miami Beach’s leading educator in Montessori methodology, will proudly open their doors to the public (adults-only) for an incredibly exciting evening of faculty meet and greets, school tour, and classroom demonstrations as part of their 2012 Open House.

Parents will be amazed as they view classroom installations designed by the multi-talented staff and students of the school. Exhibits will include “Around the World with Art,” connecting various geographical locations with their art culture, such as Aboriginal Bark Paintings from Australia and Ashanti Adinkra Cloths from Africa. Additional classroom works will include “A Ring of Fire” modeling the stages of volcanic eruption; “Animal Kingdom” paper-mache model; “Archeological Forensic Anthropology” skeletal display and video presentation describing the role of an anthropologist, and much more. A fine selection of refreshments, hors d’oeuvres and musical entertainment will also be provided.

For over ten years, Le Petit Papillon Montessori School has been developing leaders capable of changing the world for the better. Their programs are mirror image of the North Miami Beach community—diverse, proud and innovative. They create a vibrant learning environment where students have the opportunity to make their goals a reality through enriching concrete materials. Students spend their days working along side a prestigious and dedicated faculty, as well as with some of the regions top leaders in their field. The school prides itself on providing a serious education for the seriously motivated. Graduates leave with savvy, global perspectives and interpersonal skills that fuel academic careers of significance.

Le Petit Papillon has received many awards that recognize their commitment to social and academic excellence. This elite distinction makes them the top Montessori school in the community. You are welcomed to attend this remarkable event, which will open your eyes to a world of possibilities for your children (ages toddler through upper elementary level). Open enrollment is currently available for the 2012/2013 school year.

Obscure to Obscura: Unusual Artifacts of the Wolfsonian Collection 4/28/12

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Obscure to Obscura: Unusual Artifacts of the Wolfsonian Collection
04/28/12, 2PM-3PM
The Wolfsonian–Florida International University
1001 Washington Avenue
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
RSVP Online

Join chief librarian, Frances Luca, Ph.D., for a tour of some of the lesser-known holdings of the Wolfsonian Library: an amazing binding of Camera Obscura; a hidden watermark Mussolini; some extremely rare stereoscopic views, mechanical works, and other strange and wonderful ephemeral materials.

The Wolfsonian–Florida International University is a museum, library, and research center that uses objects to illustrate the persuasive power of art and design, to explore what it means to be modern, and to tell the story of social, historical, and technological changes that have transformed our world. The collections comprise approximately 120,000 objects from the period of 1885 to 1945—the height of the Industrial Revolution to the end of the Second World War—in a variety of media including furniture; industrial-design objects; works in glass, ceramics, and metal; rare books; periodicals; ephemera; works on paper; paintings; textiles; and medals.

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS
Free but please RSVP on the linked website.

Guided Tour of the World Erotic Art Museum in South Beach 4/28/12

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Guided Tour of the World Erotic Art Museum in South Beach
04/28/12, 7PM-10PM
World Erotic Art Museum
1205 Washington Ave
Miami Beach, Florida, 33139
More Info

The World Erotic Art Museum started because of a request from Naomi’s son: find him some “conversation pieces” to add to his apartment. This led her on a discovery of the wonder and beauty of erotic art. So much so, that she ended up collecting 4,000 works, dating from antiquity to modern day (including a certain prop from A Clockwork Orange).

The museum was opened in 2006 and covers a broad spectrum of sexual appetites and interests. There are galleries devoted to everything from biblical depictions to fetishism.

*Libations provided by Hendrick’s Gin.

Tickets must be bought in advance. Must be 21 or over. Wheelchair accessible.

elit By Stolichnaya presents “for artists….BY ARTISTS” at Haven Lounge 4/15/12

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elit By Stolichnaya presents “for artists….BY ARTISTS” @ Haven Lounge
04/15/2012, 7:00pm
HaVen Lounge South Beach
1237 Lincoln Road
Miami Beach, Fl
www.havenlounge.com

“for artists……BY ARTISTS” is a weekly digital platform that is offered to the artist community of South Florida every Sunday evening. Hosted in the intimate Hi-Fi setting of Haven Lounge where global small plates and crafty cocktails are a part of the immersive environment.

elit by Stolichnaya has become a supporter of the arts and hospitality industries by partnering up with
“for artists……BY ARTISTS.”
The union of these two respected brands will be the bridge that connects the two industries together.
Our partner elit by Stolichnaya lists four powerful words to help guide you on the journey forward: Mastery (as in your craft); Wisdom (how to savor the experience); Power (setting an award winning standard) ; Progress (a superior excellence, shared).

Come enjoy elit by Stolichnaya specialty cocktails prepared by Mixologist Isaac Grillo paired with culinary delights created by Chef Todd Erickson

Music by George Vidal & Dave Sol

On Sunday, April 15, 2012 we present the collection “Unveiled” by photographer

Marilyn Scavo

The objective of “for artists……BY ARTISTS” is to create a social colony for artists from all disciplines of the arts with the focal point being on painters, photographers, and sculptors. Utilization of the technology at Haven and maximizing its potential is what sets this weekly exhibition apart from others.

Digital art wall curated by Technical Director Ricardo Agudelo

We seek to combine the visual arts, the culinary arts and the social art of interaction. An evening where all elements are blended into one creating a “vibe” that embraces the mind, body & soul.

Reserve your table for light bites and enjoy
elit by Stolichnaya bottle specials and signature cocktails

Haute Fridays At Queen Lounge With Dj Joe Dert 4/13/12

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Haute Fridays At Queen Lounge With Dj Joe Dert
Friday, April 13, 2012, 11:30 p.m – 4 a.m.
Queen Lounge
841 Washington Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33139

Perrier Jouet drink special runs from 5 p.m. to 4 a.m.
RSVP at info@queenlounge.com. Cover is $10 after midnight.

On Friday, April 13, 2012, Queen Lounge introduces “Haute Fridays,” sponsored by Perrier Jouet. This week, DJ Joe Dert will be spinning high-energy beats beginning at 11:30 p.m. in the main lounge, while guests enjoy drink specials on bottles ($95) and glasses ($14) of Perrier Jouet. Every Friday, Queen Lounge will feature guest DJs playing the best in electro-house in the main lounge and open format in the VIP room.

DJ Joe Dert (Joe Eshkenazi, a.k.a DJ Joe Dert)
Eshkenazi’s refreshing take on music is in high demand at South Beach’s premier nightclubs and lounges, including The Forge, Set, Rokbar, Snatch & Suite, WALL at the W South Beach Hotel, Nikki Beach and contributed to the opening success of the prestigious club LIV at Fontainebleau Miami Beach Hotel. International hotspots and celebrities, including Tom Cruise, Will and Jada Smith, Eva Longoria, Michael Bay, Kim Kardashian, Lance Armstrong, Nicole Richie and Matthew McConaughey, took notice of his eclectic offerings and secured him for high-profile events and residencies in Toronto, Los Angeles, Berlin, Boston, the Bahamas, Dallas, Majorca and New York.
Eshkenzi has had the privilege of working with renowned talents in the rock and electronic industries, including Ozzy Ozbourne, DJ AM, Marilyn Manson, Linkin Park, DJ Vice, Korn, Rob Zombie, Creed, Disturbed, Puddle of Mudd, Pete Tong, Evanescence, Cedric Gervais and many more.

Having mastered the art of entertaining and bringing cutting-edge style to sophisticated locations, Eshkenazi has gained the reputation as a diversified artist with the ability to adapt to his surroundings and infuse life into any event.

Bass Museum Of Art To Host Annual Fundraiser A Night At The Museum 4/26/12

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Bass Museum Of Art To Host Annual Fundraiser A Night At The Museum
Thursday, April 26, 2012 from 7 to 10 p.m.
Bass Museum of Art
2100 Collins Ave.
Miami Beach, FL 33139

The Bass Museum of Art, one of Miami Beach’s key cultural landmarks, along with a select group of the city’s leading arts patrons and philanthropists, will host its annual fundraiser, “A Night at the Museum,” on Thursday, April 26, 2012 from 7 to 10 p.m. The event is expected to attract more than 500 guests who will receive a private preview of “Charles LeDray: Bass Museum of Art,” curated by Bass Museum of Art Adjunct Curator, Steven Holmes. Artist Charles LeDray will be in attendance.

The exhibition features works from Charles LeDray’s major travelling exhibition, including his most ambitious piece, “Mens Suits.” This is the artist’s first museum exhibition in Florida, and will focus on creating a unique dialogue between four individual, powerful works. The Seattle-born artist is best known for his miniature sculptures of everyday objects.

Guests will explore the new exhibition while enjoying hors d’oeuvres by TiramesU; cocktails & refreshments from Mandarine Napoleon, Kanon Organic Vodka and Perrier; desserts by Stella’s Sweet Shoppe; and beats by Vida’s house DJ. Attendees will also be introduced to an innovative silent auction of custom art experiences, including a studio visit and catered lunch with artist Carlos Betancourt and a curator-led art day in New York City.

The museum will continue its mission “to inspire and educate by exploring the connections between our historical collections and contemporary art.” On view in the Taplin Gallery will be selections from the permanent collection in dialogue with contemporary works on loan. “A Night at the Museum” will also play host to a customized ‘scavenger hunt’ that presents an opportunity for art enthusiasts and casual fans alike to explore selections from the collection of Renaissance, Baroque and contemporary works on view in the Taplin Gallery; the new LeDray exhibition; and the Egyptian gallery – complete with a prize for the winner.

Admission to the fundraising event is $175 for two and includes a Mummy Level Membership or renewal to the Bass Museum of Art for one year. Rubens Level Members or above receive complimentary admission for two, while those members below may upgrade.

To RSVP, email rsvp@bassmuseum.org. For membership upgrades, email dwolpert@bassmuseum.org, visit www.bassmuseum.org, call 786.800.6302, or visit the museum at 2100 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, FL 33139.

“Charles LeDray: Bass Museum of Art” is on view Friday, April 27, through Sunday, August 12, 2012. Museum hours are Wednesday to Sunday from 12 to 5 p.m. Cost of admission is $8 for adults, $6 for students with identification and free for members, Miami Beach residents and children under six.

The City of Miami Beach Cultural Affairs Department presents a free National Jazz Day concert in Collins Park produced by KCC Productions 4/13/12

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The City of Miami Beach Cultural Affairs Department presents a free National Jazz Day concert in Collins Park produced by KCC Productions
Friday, April 13, from 4 to 8 PM
Collins Park
Collins Avenue and 22nd Street
South Beach
next to the Bass Museum of Art
The concert is free
For further information contact KCC Productions at 305-332-2623 or visit kccproductions.com.

Featured will be the Dave Siegel Sextet, Troy Roberts’ Nu-Jive, the LeNard Rutledge Quartet, and the Alfredo Chacon Groove. Come sit on the grass, bring a chair, or spend the four hours dancing!

The City of Miami Beach Cultural Affairs Department presents a free concert in Collins Park on Friday, April 13, from 4 to 8 PM in honor of National Jazz Day. The event is produced by KCC Productions. Featured will be the Dave Siegel Sextet, Troy Roberts’ Nu-Jive, the LeNard Rutledge Quartet, and the Alfredo Chacon Groove. Come sit on the grass, bring a chair, or spend the four hours dancing!

Dave Siegel’s sextet will open the show at 4 PM. Dave is a Miami-based producer, songwriter, and musician whose name has appeared as such on over 30 million records sold worldwide. David is known for performing most of the instruments on his own productions, as well performing as a musician for countless sessions outside of his own work. For the first half-hour the sextet will be playing Dave’s arrangements of favorite standards from the Great American Songbook and the classic Jazz repertory. Beginning at 4:30 the stage will be open to sit-ins by music students and professional musicians. Those interested should pre-arrange their appearances with KCC Productions by the side of the stage at 3:30.

At 5 PM Troy Roberts’ Nu-Jive will take the stage. Hailing from the remote location of Perth, West Australia, saxophonist and composer Troy Roberts has recently relocated to the USA. Troy recently won two consecutive Downbeat Jazz Soloist Awards, two consecutive West Australian Music Industry Awards, was the only Australian finalist in the Thelonious Monk International Jazz Saxophone Competition, and continues to maintain a busy performance schedule around Australia, Europe and the USA. Troy leads the exciting nu-jazz project, Troy Roberts’ NuJive, which features some seriously talented young Miami-based artists, while showcasing Troy’s original compositions – an eclectic concoction of jazz, groove, Latin and neo-soul. In March 2011 they released their first CD, “Nu-Jive”.

Baritone LeNard Rutledge follows at 6 PM with his quartet. Captivating, soul stirring, earthy and funky. These are just some of the words used to describe the song stylings of LeNard Rutledge. LeNard he has been a featured vocalist at top Jazz spots in South Florida. LeNard has shared the stage with a number of highly respectable jazz artists such as: Nnena Freelon, Dee Dee Bridgewater, Kenny Drew Jr., The Fred Thomas Band, and Harry Allen. In May of 2006, LeNard was named BEST JAZZ ARTIST, by the Miami New Times magazine.

Concluding the program at 7 PM will be the Alfredo Chacon Groove, a sextet led by vibraphonist, composer, and percussionist Alfredo Chacon. who is debuting in the USA’s jazz scene after almost two decades long career in Europe. Featured is his new album “MAGIC PLACE” in which his Cuban roots fuse with influences from other genres like funk, bossa, soul and bebop in a blend of beautiful melodies and groovy rhythms, resulting in fresh, colorful, happy and elegant music, full of surprises that will send the audience home with their feet tapping.

Baby Flicks At Regal Cinemas South Beach 4/24/12

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Baby Flicks At Regal Cinemas South Beach
4/24/12, 12PM
Regal Cinemas South Beach 18
1120 Lincoln Road
Miami, FL 33139
www.facebook.com/babyflicks

Regal Entertainment Group South Beach 18, Think Like a Man, baby-friendly, Baby Flicks, My Movies

Subject: Baby Flicks hosts first show at Regal Cinemas South Beach 18

Regal Entertainment Group South Beach 18 will hosting a special baby friendly showing of “Think Like a Man” on Tuesday, April 24 at 12:00pm. This is a unique opportunity for parents to bring their baby to a matinee film, without the worry of disrupting other movie goers. Admission will be $9.00 for adults, with all babies under the age of 3 admitted for free.

Baby-Flicks is organized by a local mom, Karlene Palmer-Mcleod, who wants to encourage all parents to enjoy movies with other parents and babies. For more information, please contact Karlene directly at: karlene@neonflair.com

We look forward to seeing you at Regal Cinemas South Beach 18.

Regal Entertainment Group: www.regmovies.com
Think Like A Man, The Movie: http://www.thinklikeaman-movie.com/
Baby-Flicks on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BabyFlicks

Foursquare Day at Balans Lincoln Road 4/16/12

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Foursquare Day at Balans Lincoln Road
Monday, April 16th, 4- 7 p.m.
BALANS Lincoln Road
1022 Lincoln Road
Miami Beach, FL 33139
Facebook Fan Page

4SqDay 2012 Celebration at BALANS!

Celebrate Foursquare Day on Lincoln Road! Let’s compare badges, check-ins, and mayorships with other Foursquare friends while lounging at fabulous BALANS! Sip a Mojito, talk social media and enjoy $4 cocktails from 4 to 7 p.m. There is also a $16 prixe fix dinner available for the hungry masses!

Foursquare Day is held every year on April 16th. A grass roots event started by Tampa Bay fans of foursquare in 2010, it quickly spread to communities all over the world. Foursquare Day is celebrated differently in each community. Some people have parties, some have lecture, and some simply check in.

Follow us on Twitter at @4SqDayLincolnRd or @4SquareMiami

Meetup Invite

Memorial Weekend Music Experience 5/27/12

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Sunday, May 27, 2012, 2pm – 7pm
Club Play South Beach
1045 5th Street
Miami Beach, FL 33139
www.acemagworld.com

Memorial Weekend Music Experience (MWME) provides the unique opportunity to network with top DJs, producers and music industry executives in addition to participating in an artist/model showcase while receiving access to the ultimate resources in music technology. Select MWME showcase artists will be featured at various Best of the Best Weekend Events.

In addition to producing the inaugural Memorial Weekend Music Experience, ACE Entertainment Magazine forged an alliance with the largest event of the weekend, the Best of the Best Concert. The strategic alliance between ACE Entertainment Magazine and organizers of the Best of the Best Concert will provide independent recording artists the opportunity to perform at Best of the Best Pre Parties, After Party and even on the world renowned Best of the Best Concert stage which has featured artists such as P Diddy, Rick Ross, Bounty Killa, DJ Khaled, Akon, Buju Banton & more.

Chalk Miami Beach Truly OUTrageous Parade Float Gay Pride Weekend 2012 4/15/12

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Chalk Miami Beach – Truly OUTrageous Parade Float -Gay Pride Weekend 2012
April 15th 2012, 12:00pm
Gay Pride Parade 2012/Ocean Drive
Chalk Miami Beach
1234 Washington Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33139
cindy@chalkmiami.com

Chalk Miami Beach celebrates Gay Pride Weekend 2012 by participating in the annual parade along Ocean Drive on South Beach. The float will be a “Truly OUTrageous” spectacle filled with a wild cast of characters along with local influencers, supporters, friends and family. Our “Rainbow Army” of supporters includes Chalk’s very own Joe Blount, Robert Chalk, Veronica Gessa & singer/promoter Michael M, Erica Fickling & Ernesto Reyes of Veni Vidi Vici, Gino Campodonico of the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts, femme fatale Dj’s Ess & Emm and Bonnie Beats, DJ Smeejay, Kerry McLaney of Miami’s Independent Thinkers, James Cubby of Wire Magazine, JEI – recording artist & star of Tough Love Miami, Miami’s own Chef Josie from Top Chef, me she of BFGF, Dustin Reffca, David Jon Acosta of Gold Saturn, and that’s not all… we still have some surprises up our sleeves.

At Chalk, we want to celebrate the colorful diversity of our magic city, but most importantly take part in spreading the message of love and acceptance. Chalk is built on the foundation of reciprocity. Our READY, SET, GIVE! Program was developed to support local charitable and social organizations in South Florida throughout the year. Miami Beach businessman and philanthropist, Joseph Blount, founder of Chalk and the Global Health and Society Program at Emory University, is an avid advocate for children’s programs, HIV/AIDS foundations, live performing arts and education for the less advantaged.

Chalk’s philanthropic efforts include: fundraising, providing exposure within the community through both marketing and publicity, and by providing patrons fun entertainment with ping pong. Additionally, Chalk identifies and supports organizations that provide aid for arts and culture, education, health and human services, animals and the environment.

Immediately following the Pride festivities at 6pm head over to Chalk for “Truly OUTrageous”, our after party hosted by Tony Lima and Diesel Fox of Bear Nation, featuring sounds by DJ Pabel Lima and a special performance by JEI. Drink specials include $5 Absolut Cocktails and $3 Bud & Bud Light drafts. Come one come all bears, twinks, muscle Mary’s, T-girls, and Sapphic sisters. Chalk is the place where everyone scores!

Café Prima Pasta Celebrates National Garlic Day 4/19/12

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Café Prima Pasta Celebrates National Garlic Day
Thursday, April 19, 2012 (National Garlic Day)
Café Prima Pasta
414 71st Street
Miami Beach, FL
305-867-0106
www.cafeprimapasta.com

Café Prima Pasta is celebrating their love for garlic with $4.19 specials on Thursday, April 19th in conjunction with National Garlic Day. The three “breath-taking,” garlic-infused appetizers including the Bruschetta, flaky Italian bread topped with chopped tomatoes, sweet basil and garlic (org. $9.95); Calamaretti Fritti, fresh calamari fried in a mixture of authentic Italian bread crumbs and robust roasted garlic (orig. $12.95); and Spinach Sautee, tender baby spinach sautéed in zesty garlic served over hearty cannellini beans (orig. $9.95).

If the permeating smell of the restaurant isn’t enough to keep patrons safe, repellent Vampire cocktails are available, which include the Baby Prima Martini, Dracula Red Bloody Mary, Vampire Vodka Surprise, and Chef Arturo’s favorite Pinot Noir all priced at $4.19 a glass!

Whether people love it or hate it, the health benefits of eating garlic are now universally hailed. A member of the onion family, garlic has been used throughout recorded history for both culinary and medicinal purposes such as lowering blood cholesterol levels and reducing the buildup of plaque in arteries. It has a characteristic pungent, spicy flavor that mellows and sweetens considerably with cooking.

“A little secret; 15 minutes before we open, I take a sizzling hot skillet of sautéed garlic out into the dining room and splash in some Italian white wine letting off an explosion of garlic goodness to fill the air,” admits Gerry Cea, who manages his family’s business, Café Prima Pasta. “In addition to being part of our restaurant’s ambiance, the smell serves as a prelude to the handmade specialty pastas, fresh breads and desserts we prepare to order each day.”

Photographs from Beats after Sunset at Bass Museum of Art on 4/6/12

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Beats after Sunset at Bass Museum of Art on Friday, April 6, 2012. This months Beats after Sunset was sponsored by Herradura Tequila, Societe Perrier,  The Sagamore Hotel, Antigal Winery & Estates and Chalk Ping Pong & Billiards Lounge.  Always a great time but this months was so more much fun and ran into so many friends.

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Miami Rum Fest Grand Tasting 4/21-22/12

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Grand Tasting Event
Saturday, April 21 and Sunday, April 22
Deauville Beach Resort
6701 Collins Ave
Miami Beach, FL
miamirumfest.com

Buy Tickets Online to the Grand Tasting Event for $40 per day in advance, or $50 at the door. You can also purchase grand tasting tickets in advance by calling toll free: 877-855-3378.
Be sure to tell them the Soul Of Miami sent you.

The Miami Rum Renaissance Festival is a celebration of the best rums in the world, featuring a two-day Grand Tasting Exhibition where participants can sample more than 200 fine rums from the Caribbean and beyond. Discover the finest rums from more than 30 countries, from each category and from each notable brand.

The Miami Rum Renaissance Festival is the world’s largest gathering of rum experts, professionals and enthusiasts.

Discover a treasure trove of cool island fashions, arts and crafts, tiki collectables, home furnishings, travel opportunities and more in the Island Lifestyle exhibits.Grand Tasting Event tickets include rum samples. Food is available for sale at the event.

Seminars and lectures will be presented by a veritable who’s who list of experts from the rum manufacturing, distilling and blending world, as well as luminaries of the cocktail mixologists universe, offering insightful programs to consumers and members of the trade.

Convenient parking at the Deauville Beach Resort and public parking nearby.

Wyland Art Mural Project with Miami Beach Public School Students 5/3-4/12

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Wyland Art Mural Project with Miami Beach Public School Students
Thursday May 3, 10 a.m. until 8:30 p.m. and Friday May 4, 10 a.m. until 2:30 p.m.
May 3
10 a.m. Press Conference
10:15 a.m. until 2:30p.m. Miami Beach 4th Grade Students painting
May 4
10:15 a.m. until 2:30p.m. Miami Beach 4th Grade Students painting
410 and 412 Lincoln Rd
Miami Beach FL33139

PRICE: FREE

The public and members of the press are cordially invited to observe the live painting project.

Art, conservation, education and fun come together in an exciting collaboration between the world renowned artist and conservationist- Wyland, and the students of Miami Beach public schools. For two days, the artist and the students of Miami Beach will create a live painting on Lincoln Road Mall near the highly visible intersection of Washington Avenue. The mural will be created on two gigantic panels (each measuring 10 feet tall x 45 feet wide), depicting indigenous marine life. The Arts and Culture Council and Staff of the Miami Beach Chamber of Commerce are working closely with the Wyland Foundation, and the Miami Dade schools to create this unique painted homage to Miami Beach and its natural habitat to remind the public of the fragile aspect of nature, and the importance of environmental conservation.

Wyland has achieved impressive success on many levels –from his beautiful artwork portraying idyllic oceanic scenes, to creating a significant foundation that promotes water conservation worldwide. Widely recognized for his large-scale murals, Wyland has painted over one hundred of them which are installed across the globe. His work is held in private collections and public places in over one hundred countries. His public works are viewed by an estimated one billion people each year.

The educational component is key – each of the six Miami Beach public schools will participate, as well as the Hebrew Academy, with the fourth-grade students helping paint the murals during a two-day period, May 3rd and 4th. This work will be painted live between 410 and 420 Lincoln Road, directly in front of the FIU College of Architecture + the Arts.

Prior to the live event on May 3rd and 4th, the Miami Beach schools will participate in the Wyland Foundation “Mayors’ Challenge” for conservation. During the month of April, the students will work in their science class to collect and conserve rain water, in water barrels decorated with a Wyland design, which will be used to irrigate the schools’ gardens.

To kick-off the two-day event, there will be an onsite press conference and ceremony announcing the winners of the Wyland Foundation National Mayor’s Challenge for Water Conservation.

This partnership is founded on much generosity by all of the team members, in particular as the artist and his Foundation team, who are donating much of their personal time, talent and project costs.

“We are thrilled with this opportunity to partner with such an important artist and conservationist. Wyland and his Wyland Foundation provide a great platform to help communicate the mission of our Arts and Culture Council,” stated Jerry Libbin, President of the Miami Beach Chamber of Commerce and Miami Beach City Commissioner.
This project will achieve many wonderful benefits- not only the involvement and education of the Miami Beach students, but it will create a means to raise funds for three pertinent charities –each of which will receive one third of the revenues. The completed murals can be purchased for $50,000 each, with all proceeds benefitting these charities that support the environment, public education and the arts. Signed lithographs of the murals along with branded t-shirts will also be sold to raise funds.

Sponsors of The Wyland Project include the Sagamore Hotel, Fast Care, Miami Beach Chamber of Commerce and FIU College of Architecture + the Arts.

Reading of Kaddish by Allen Ginsberg 4/15/12

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Reading of Kaddish by Allen Ginsberg
Sunday, April 15 at 2:00 p.m.
Jewish Museum of Florida
301 Washington Avenue
Miami Beach

Next@19th and the Jewish Museum of Florida are proud to partner in presenting a multi-dimensional experience at the Jewish Museum of Florida that explores art, classical music and poetry. Coinciding with the Museum’s current exhibition, Max Miller: Final Mourner’s Kaddish – 333 Days in Painting, and in celebration of National Poetry Month, a variety of local writers are to perform a reading of Allen Ginsberg’s Kaddish at the Museum, followed by a reception at The Betsy – South Beach on April 15 at 2:00 p.m. For more information, please visit www.nextat19th.org or www.jewishmuseum.com.

The Betsy-South Beach will join festivities by hosting a post-event reception, sponsored by the hotel’s philanthropy, arts and culture program. The works of Holocaust survivor Mimi Schiff and of Isreali photographer Zion Ozieri will be projected in homage to Yom Hashoah.
Valet and street parking available at the hotel

RSVP at 786.972.3175 or by email at info@jewishmuseum.com.

Admission to Kaddish by Allen Ginsberg: Adults $6, seniors $5, families $12, and Museum members and children under 6 yrs are free.

Spotlighting a variety of local writers – many from Next@19th’s CHAIku series and the Miami Poetry Collective – a special reading of Allen Ginsberg’s Kaddish will be presented at the Jewish Museum of Florida in celebration of National Poetry Month. Ginsberg (1926-1997), the visionary poet and founding father of the Beat generation, inspired the American counterculture of the second half of the 20th century with groundbreaking poems such as Howl and Kaddish. He used poetry for both personal and collective expression in his fight for a more interesting and open society.

Max Miller: Final Mourner’s Kaddish – 333 Days in Paintings
On view until May 13, 2012
Jewish Museum of Florida
301 Washington Avenue
Miami Beach
Max Miller: Final Mourner’s Kaddish – 333 Days in Painting is a vivid, moving and cathartic account of the artist’s year spent saying Kaddish (the Jewish prayer of mourning) for his father. A collection of 50 vibrant watercolors depict the synagogues Miller visited in New York, Vermont, Ohio and Florida – including 18 synagogues in South Florida – with commentary on his thoughts and experience. Miller’s show originated at the Yeshiva University Museum in New York City and is sponsored by the New York Foundation for the Arts.

Biz To Biz Networkning on South Beach 5/17/12

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Biz To Biz Networkning on South Beach
Tuesday, April 17th, 5:30pm – 7:30pm
Lolita South Beach Cocina & Tequila
100 Collins Avenue
South Beach, FL 33139
www.biztobiznetworking.com

Pay Online And Bring A Guest For Free

Great New Location
Biz To Biz Networknig Hit’s South Beach in Style
Lolita South Beach Cocina & Tequila

There will be a table setup to display promotional items and brochures
$10 per person Includes Great Selection of Appetizers And Happy Hour Drink Specials

You may pay the $10 admission online or at the door $10 -Cash, Checks or Credit Cards accepted

Bring A Friend and Introduce Them To Biz To Biz Networking

Bass Museum Of Art Hosts Beats After Sunset 4/6/12

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Bass Museum Of Art Hosts Beats After Sunset
April 6, 2012; 8 – 11 p.m.
Bass Museum of Art
2100 Collins Ave.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
More Info

Start April off right with the Bass Museum of Art’s monthly first Friday happy hour, ‘Beats After Sunset’. On Friday, April 6 from 8-11 p.m., guests will sip complimentary beverages by Herradura Tequilla, enjoy beats by DJ Oly and DJ Darwin Castillo, and view the museum’s newest project: “Erasey Page” by Miami-based artist Jillian Mayer, a newly commissioned web-based project that Mayer produced in collaboration with computer programmer and creative technologist Eric Shoenborn.

Members and basspass holders attend the event for free; non-members pay the $8 museum admission.

After party courtesy of Chalk Ping Pong and Billiards Lounge, at 1234 Washington Avenue from 11p.m. – 12 a.m.

Host Committee
Kenny Araujo | Jourdan Binder | Joey Butler | Gino Campodonico | Nick d’Annunzio| Elizabeth Eidelson | Maile Gamez | Jason Goldstein | Amanda Israel | Chris Ladas | Jordana Mesner | Wes Pearce | Elizabeth Perez | Elaine Reinoso | Aaron Resnick | Steven J. Rodriguez | Martin Solorzano

Sponsors
Herradura Tequila | Societe Perrier | the Sagamore Hotel | Antigal Winery & Estates | Chalk Ping Pong & Billiards Lounge

Greater Miami & The Beaches Hotel Association 18th Annual Inn Key Awards Luncheon 4/19/12

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Greater Miami & The Beaches Hotel Association 18th Annual Inn Key Awards Luncheon
Thursday, April 19, 2012, 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Fontainebleau Miami Beach
4441 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33140
www.gmbha.com

The Greater Miami & The Beaches Hotel Association (GMBHA) will honor over 250 hotel employees across Miami Dade County. Over 700 hospitality, corporate and governmental leaders will join our hoteliers and their management team in recognizing their employees, the “heart” of our tourism industry.

The 21 employee categories range from Bellman, Housekeepers, to Culinary and Engineering. There are also 5 hotel awards in the categories of Diversity, Environmental, Quality, Community Relations and Employee Relations that are recognized. Last year hotel awards were given to Loews Miami Beach, Shore Club, Trump Int’l Beach Resort, Canyon Ranch Hotel and Spa, Fontainebleau Miami Beach, The Betsy, Intercontinental Hotel Miami and The Setai.

A portion of the net proceeds will benefit the GMBHA Academy of Hospitality and Tourism (Miami Dade County Public Schools) Stuart L. Blumberg Scholarship Fund.

This year’s sponsors include City National Bank, Clevelander/Essex House, Fontainebleau Miami Beach, Orbitz Worldwide, Sea View Hotel, W South Beach, Boucher Brothers and the GMCVB. Sponsorship opportunities are still available.

Six Dance Lessons In Six Weeks Opens at Miami Beach Stage Door 5/4/12

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Six Dance Lessons In Six Weeks Opens at Miami Beach Stage Door
Friday, May 4 through May 20, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 PM. Sunday matinee at 2 PM.
Miami Beach Stage Door at the Byron Carlyle
500 71st Street
Miami Beach
www.miamibeachstage.org

All performances are $38. Tickets are available at the Box Office or by calling (305) 397-8977

What happens when a Southern Baptist Minister’s widow hires a gay ex-Broadway chorus boy to give her six private dance lessons at her beachfront condo? War. Six Dance Lessons in Six Weeks, written by Richard Alfieri, opens Friday, May 4 at the Miami Beach Stage Door Theatre, where it will run each weekend through May 20.

Six Dance Lessons in Six Weeks is a comedy about Lily Harrison (Phyllis Spear), who hires Michael Minetti (Larry Buzzeo) for private lessons in Tango, Swing, Modern, Foxtrot and Cha-Cha. Over the course of six weeks, this odd couple transforms their acrimony into a dance of intimacy as they learn to overcome their differences and create a poignant connection to each other.

At its core, the play is about two very different people who learn to comfort each other as they share their deepest secrets and pain. Alfieri’s writing is sparkling, witty, touching and laugh out loud – all performed against a panorama of ageism and bigotry.

Since its Los Angeles premiere and Broadway opening, Six Dance Lessons in Six Weeks has been translated into 12 languages and has traversed the globe with productions in over 20 countries. With over 50 productions and two national tours in Germany alone, the play has established itself as an international hit and one of the most produced plays in the world.

Phyllis Spear has performed at numerous theatres throughout South Florida, including several productions at the Broward Stage Door, where she recently starred in Prisoner of Second Avenue and Crossing Delancey, for which she was nominated for best featured actress in a play in 2011.
Actor Larry Buzzeo originally starred in a St. Petersburg, Florida production of Six Dance Lessons, where he worked closely with the playwright, Richard Alfieri. He has been a stage actor for 20 years, fleshing out characters from Full Monte, La Cage au Folles, to Rocky Horror Picture Show on stages from NYC to Miami.

Award-winning director/actor Dan Kelley, a fixture on the local theater scene for 27 years, directs Six Dance Lessons. He is often recognized from his appearance on the pilot of Burn Notice and is a regular on the HGTV series My House is Worth What? Dan has been nominated for a Carbonell Award six times as both director and actor in musicals. Last year he received The Silver Palm Award, The Curtain Up Award, and The Anthony Award. Six Dance Lessons reunites him with Phyllis Spear, whom he directed in previous productions at the Broward Stage Door Theatre.

Opened in 2011, the Miami Beach Stage Door Theatre is operated by Derelle Bunn and David Torres, co-founders of the Broward Stage Door Theatre, their award-winning flagship theater in Coral Springs.

DiSh – Dinner and a Show
The City of Miami Beach has launched “DiSh” the moniker for Dinner and a Show, a program in which participating restaurants near the Miami Beach Stage Door Theatre offer ticket holders a 15% discount on their lunch or dinner simply by presenting their tickets or ticket stubs. Miami Beach residents also receive a 10% discount on tickets for Stage Door Theatre. For the “dish” on participating restaurants, log on to www.mbculture.com/dish.

Upcoming Performances
June 15- July 1
Deathtrap
The trap is set . . . for a wickedly funny “Who will do it?”
Broadway’s longest running mystery is a classic pulse-pounding thriller with devilishly wicked characters and multiple twists. The plot thickens as a once famed playwright, now living on his laurels, is sent a more-than-promising manuscript from an aspiring playwright. His dilemma: can he get the young author to collaborate with him. If not – is murder an option? Of course it is. Don’t miss it!
Fridays and Saturdays at 8 PM. Sunday matinee at 2 PM. All performances are $38. Tickets are available at the Box Office at the Miami Beach Stage Door at the Byron Carlyle, 500 71st Street, Miami Beach or by calling (305) 397-8977. www.miamibeachstage.org.

Surrendered Singles 1-Day Workshop: Attract and Marry the Man Who’s Right for You 4/14/12

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Surrendered Singles 1-Day Workshop: Attract and Marry the Man Who’s Right for You
4/14/2012, 9:30 a.m.
Exact meeting location details will be provided upon registration.
Miami Beach, Florida
www.heartsdesireintl.com

Should a single woman listen, rather than talk, on a first date and avoid asking men out? Yes, according to Heart’s Desire International, who is hosting a one-day workshop on April 14th on how to “Attract and Marry the Man Who’s Right for You.” The organization bases its workshops, coaching and retreats on the work of New York Times best-selling author of “The Surrendered Wife” and “The Surrendered Single” Laura Doyle. Doyle will travel from Los Angeles to speak at this event in South Florida.

Heart’s Desire International teaches women to reconnect with their femininity and their longing to be desired. In this age of equality, some critics find the approach outdated and sexist––but not graduates of the Heart’s Desire workshops, who swear by the effectiveness of the company’s methods in teaching them to have successful relationships.

“Not everyone has gotten the word yet that they can put an end to chronic heartbreak and loneliness by learning a few skills,” says Heart’s Desire International co-founder Gladys Diaz. “This spring and summer hundreds will make that breakthrough at our workshops and at the Lifelong Romance Retreat for women in South Florida from June 22-24.”

The organization often receives wedding announcements from graduates of the singles and girlfriends programs and thank-you notes from the wives whose marriages have been transformed into passionate, peaceful, intimate relationships.

“Over a decade ago, Laura Doyle started a ‘Romance Revolution’ which is now practiced in 26 countries across the world. Now she is bringing the revolution to South Florida,” adds Diaz.

For more information or to register for the one-day workshop for singles, please visit heartsdesireintl.com.

For more information about the Lifelong Romance Retreat and New York Times best-selling author Laura Doyle, visit lauradoyle.org.

What Women Want + Nikki Beach Miami present Kariza Designs 4/14/12

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What Women Want + Nikki Beach Miami present Kariza Designs
Saturday, April 14th 2012, 7PM – 10PM
Nikki Beach Miami
One Ocean Drive
Miami Beach, FL 33139
More Info

What Women Want, Nikki Beach Miami’s signature fashion series, will present styles by Kariza Designs this month. The event will feature a unique fashion show by Kariza, sexy swimwear for women. Saturday, April 14th, 2012 from 7:00-10:00 PM. The fun will be accentuated by the fantastic beats spun by internationally acclaimed DJ Patris Guero.

Nikki Beach will donate a portion of the proceeds to ECOMB: Environmental Coalition of Miami & The Beaches.

Be sure to RSVP here and also make Dinner Reservations. All guests joining us for dinner will enjoy a complimentary welcome glass of champagne!

Sabrina Cohen Foundation for Stem Cell Research 6th Annual Bowling for Breakthroughs Fundraiser 4/26/12

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Sabrina Cohen Foundation for Stem Cell Research 6th Annual “Bowling for Breakthroughs” Fundraiser
Thursday April 26, 2012 from 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Lucky Strike Lanes
1691 Michigan Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33139
Register Now

You’re invited to the Sabrina Cohen Foundation for Stem Cell Research 6th Annual “Bowling for Breakthroughs” Fundraiser… a fun evening full of great prizes, food and drinks at the hip and trendy Lucky Strike Lanes in Miami Beach!
* Create your personalized team of 5 players
to compete in the tournament
* Purchase $25 raffle tickets to win an iPad 2
(do not need to be present to win)
* Become a Corporate Sponsor today!

Admission:
Non-Bowling General Admission: $25.00
Lucky Bowler Individual Admission: $50.00
Lucky Bowling Team of 5 Players: $250.00

Winning Art! 11th Annual Benefit Raffle 4/13/12

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Winning Art! 11th Annual Benefit Raffle
April 13 and May 5, 7-10 Pm
South Florida Art Center
800 Lincoln Rd Miami Beach , Fl 33139
artcentersf.org

ArtCenter/South Florida
Presents: Winning Art!
11th Annual Fundraiser and Exhibition

Raffle Benefit Events Dates:

Kick-Off Raffle Party Ehibition Opening Friday, April 13th 7-10
Raffle Benefit & Drawing Event , Saturday May 5th 7-10pm

Each of our 39 resident artists created a unique piece of artwork to be raffled off to raise funds for ArtCenter and its programming. How it works is you purchase a raffle ticket for $20 and your raffle ticket will automatically be placed in the drawing for the piece you select. The more tickets you buy the better chance you have to win art! Come by our gallery at 800 Lincoln Road to view the raffle artwork on display from April 6th to May 5th. Your Raffle tickets purchase is you admission ticket to our May 5th event!

Bang Bang Sushi Every Thursday starting 4/5/12

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Bang Bang Sushi
Every Thursday starting April 5, 8pm
Kitchen 305 @ Newport Hotel
Newport Hotel
16701 Collins Ave.
Sunny Isles Beach FL.
Collins and 168

Thursday, April 5th

Launch Of Bang Bang Sushi Thursdays
All You Can Eat Sushi – $28
OPEN BAR from 8pm-9pm
Kitchen 305 at Newport Beachside Hotel and Resort
16701 Collins Ave. Sunny Isles Beach
DJ Sandman on the decks
RSVP at d.wheeler214@gmail.com with BANG BANG SUSHI RSVP in the subject

3rd Annual Womenade Miami’s Take a Walk in Her Shoes Fashion Show and Luncheon in Support of Chapman Partnership 4/13/12

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3rd Annual Womenade Miami’s Take a Walk in Her Shoes – Fashion Show and Luncheon in Support of Chapman Partnership
Friday, April 13, 2012, 11 am – 2 pm
The Ritz-Carlton South Beach
One Lincoln Road
Miami Beach, FL 33139
chapmanpartnership.org/events

The third annual Womenade Miami’s Take a Walk in Her Shoes to benefit Chapman Partnership, formerly Community Partnership for Homeless. Fashion show and luncheon co-chaired by Bronwyn Miller and Irene Korge. Shannon Hori, CBS-4’s Emmy award-winning news anchor, will serve as emcee. Guests will enjoy a champagne cocktail reception, silent auction and vendor village to benefit Chapman Partnership, in addition to the luncheon and fashion show.

Models will hit the runway in “A Tribute to Film,” wearing fashions from five 1960s films, presented by C. Madeleine’s. Stylist Danny Santiago along with hair and makeup artists from RikRak Salon will polish each model for a vintage look.

Tickets are $125 and include valet parking. Support Take a Walk in Her Shoes as a Platinum Sponsor ($2,500), Gold Sponsor ($2,000), or Silver Sponsor ($1,500), and receive tickets and acknowledgement in the program. Reserve your seats today by calling Grace Ugalde, Chapman Partnership event coordinator, at 305-329-3081, or visit the event web site, chapmanpartnership.org/events.

All proceeds from Take a Walk in Her Shoes will benefit Chapman Partnership, which is dedicated to helping men, women and children in need of shelter, food and a strong support system.

The Wholetones Live From Loews 4/26/12

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The Wholetones Live From Loews
04/26/12, 8:00PM
Loews Miami Beach Hotel
1601 Collins Ave
Miami Beach, FL 33139
Facebook Fanpage

Live From Loews and The Stage Present The Wholetones

Combining impressive technical skill with the spontaneity of jazz and drive of bluegrass, they put on a captivating live show, jumping from folk to metal as easily as they do from banjo to cello.

The Wholetones’ blend of genres is a result of the four members’ enormously varied musical appetite. They play and listen to reggae, metal, hip-hop, bluegrass, and everything in between, and the end product is a truly original sound.

Complimentary Valet Parking when you mention Live From Loews!

Elastic Bond Live From Loews 4/19/12

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Elastic Bond Live From Loews
04/19/12, 8:00pm
Loews Miami Beach Hotel
1601 Collins Ave
Miami Beach, FL 33139
Facebook Fanpage

Live From Loews and The Stage Present Elastic Bond

The connection comes when you turn it up, and you’re transported to a funky island in the middle of paradise. Miami-based group Elastic Bond fuses Latin, Soul and electronica with a foundation of songwriting, melodic vocals and positive vibes. Venezuelan producer Andres Ponce and Honduran singer-songwriter Sofy Encanto formed the band in 2006, and later joined forces with guitarist Buffalo Brown and trumpet player David Burgos to expand its unique sound.

Complimentary Valet Parking when you mention Live From Loews!

Fusik Live From Loews 4/12/12

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Fusik Live From Loews
04/12/12, 8:00PM
Loews Miami Beach Hotel
1601 Collins Ave
Miami Beach, FL 33139
Facebook Fanpage

Live From Loews and The Stage Present Fusik

Fusik is a funky five piece from Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. But what’s FUSIK’s sound you say? Throw Jimmi Hendrix, Santana, and James Brown in a blender and that’s what you would get. Ask anyone who has been to their live shows and they will tell you Fusik can keep the party moving with their high energy beats, funky rhythms, and smoking solos.

Complimentary Valet Parking when you mention Live From Loews!

Cat Shell Live From Loews 4/5/12

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Cat Shell Live From Loews
04/05/12, 8:00pm
Loews Miami Beach Hotel
1601 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33139
Facebook Page

Miami Singer/Songwriter Cat Shell brings old soul to today’s music. Cat has taken the genres of Jazz/R&B/Pop and formulated her own style that is not only sexy and original but honest and relatable too. Her lyric-driven songs are filled with the emotional themes of love, love lost, and life experience. Cat’s influences range from artists like Billie Holiday and Diana Krall to Jill Scott and Adele, so it’s no surprise that her sound captures an audience of all ages. With the 2012 release of her first fully produced album “Illusion”, Cat is busy performing and preparing for concerts outside of Florida this summer.

Complimentary Valet Parking when you mention Live From Loews!

UD presents Turn Up Miami at the Raleigh with Absolut 4/5/12

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UD presents Turn Up Miami at the Raleigh, a special ABSOLUT Miami event
Thursday, April 5th 2012m 7:30-10:30pm
The Raleigh
18th St. and Collins Ave.
Miami Beach, FL

A special event hosted by ABSOLUT Miami and UrbanDaddy Thursday at The Raleigh Hotel. Enjoy complimentary ABSOLUT Miami cocktails and sweet & savory hors d’oeuvres.

RSVP to absolutmiami_rh@urbandaddy.com with the number of guests you’ll be bringing and their names.

-UrbanDaddy & ABSOLUT Miami

Artcenter/South Florida Winning Art! 11th Annual Raffle Fundraiser Kick-off Party 4/13/12

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Artcenter/South Florida Winning Art! 11th Annual Raffle Fundraiser Kick-off Party
Friday, April 13 from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m.
Artcenter/South Florida
800 Lincoln Road
Miami Beach, FL

Winning Art! Exhibit: April 6 to May 6, 2012
Raffle Drawing: Saturday, May 5 from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m.

ArtCenter/South Florida celebrates another year of didactic and compelling programming with the 11th Annual Winning Art! fundraiser. Under the helm of newly appointed Executive Director Maria Del Valle, the non-profit organization’s signature benefit finds new breath, partners and a coveted selection of silent auction items. The kick-off party will unveil 39 pieces for raffle, giving patrons almost one month to visit the gallery and ponder over paintings, drawings, mixed media and sculpture until the big draw on May 5, 2012. Shake Shack will be serving up creative custards to inaugurate the occasion, and the event is free and open to the public. Raffle tickets are $20 each; buy five for an original limited edition print (while quantities last). Tickets can be purchased at artist studios (800, 810 and 924 Lincoln Road), at the gallery and at ArtCenter’s offices at 924 Lincoln Road, Suite 205.

“It is a joy to see how many support our mission and we hope, with Winning Art!, to rally together in raising the capital for a new media center, expanded programs and continued contemporary art in an accessible and affordable platform,” said Del Valle.

Works for this year’s Winning Art! have been generously donated by Anthony Ardavin, Adriana Carvalho, Nathasha Duwin, Kathy Kissik, Nina Surel and Antonia Wright, to name a few. All pieces can be viewed at the main gallery as of April 6 and online at www.artcentersf.org until the drawing on Saturday, May 5 at 7:00 p.m. in the main gallery. Hosted by the glamorous and charismatic Adora, and catered by Books & Books and Yummy ChunBuns, admission to the Winning Art! finale is only one raffle ticket ($20).

Headlining the silent auction component of the program is an all-expenses paid cruise by Celebrity Cruise Lines; two season tickets to Miami Light Project, Tigertail Productions and Rhythm Foundation; a hard cover copy of Robert Indiana: New Perspectives, signed by American photographer William John Kennedy; and gift certificates from Café Prima Pasta, Lord Balfour Hotel, Newport Beachside Hotel & Resort’s Kitchen 305 and Seven Seas Spa and Sassoon Salons.
Support ArtCenter and the arts!

Established in 1984, ArtCenter/South Florida (located at 800, 810 and 924 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach) is a non-profit 501(C)(3) organization that provides subsidized studio and exhibition space as well as teaching opportunities for emerging and career artists in their facilities at 800, 810 and 924 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach. The mission of the ArtCenter is to advance the knowledge and practice of contemporary visual arts and culture in South Florida while providing affordable programming and work-space for professional artists. ArtCenter/South Florida is open Tuesday through Thursday from 12:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. and Friday through Sunday from 12:00 p.m. until 11:00 p.m. For further information please call 305.674.8278 or visit the website at www.artcentersf.org.

Van Dyke Upstairs Music Calendar April 2012

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April’s Van Dyke Upstairs Music Calendar
846 Lincoln Road
Miami Beach, FL
www.thevandykecafe.com

This month features artists of the month: Sofy Encanto & Elastic Bond, a Latin Soulful groovester band, The Aaron Lebos Reality, a local new group recording its second original album, and David Shelly, the exceptionally tight rock and blues band searing superb vocal and songwriting skills.

4/1; Hosted by Adrian Guerra; showcasing the finest in Latin; Rock and Pop;
4/2; Freddy Cleo featuring Lina The quintessential piano man & vocalist entertainer who knows; your favorite songs by heart;
4/3; Fox Brothers; Nuevo Flamenco, Pop, South American grooves and originals;
4/4; The Gary Campbell Quartet Featuring renowned pianist Andy Laverne 21st Century Mainstream Jazz; Andy Laverne – piano; Gary Campbell – sax; Eric England – bass; Rodolfo Zuniga – drums;
4/5; SJ; Singer-songwriter, who blends melodic Folk Alternative/Soft Rock arrangements with raspier vocal hooks to create an acoustically soulful twist and groove;
4/6; David Shelly & Bluestone; Exceptionally tight Rock and Blues and searing vocals with superbly crafted songwriting Falete at The Fillmore;
4/7; Ike & Val; Soul & Blues Revue;
4/8; Oriente; Afro-Cuban Rhythm & Soul;
4/9; Rodolfo Zuniga Surfaces Band; Original contemporary Jazz;
4/10; Big Poppa E And The E Band; Best of the Blues;
4/11; Emmet Cohen; Pianist, interpreting the past while; paving the way for the future;
4/12; Novell Nu-Soul Series; SoBe Soul. Soul, pure and simple;
4/13; Sammy Figueroa & the Latin Jazz Explosion Double Grammy Nominees; with legendary percussionist;
4/14; Guitarist Billy Rogan performs sweeping sounds of altered tunings with the drama of finger-tapping and other aggressive hand techniques.; Chloe Dolandis Modern flair singer. Combination of styles: 40’s big band, 50’s Jazz, 60’s Rock, and 70’s Soul/R&B;
4/15; Conjunto Progreso; Grammy nominated Cuban son; & descargas cubanas;
4/16; Chris Alvy Band Live performance of the best 60’s & 70’s hits featuring special guests & the music of the Beatles versus the Rolling Stones;
4/17; Adrenaline Jazz Keepin’ the groove alive with drummer Reuben Hoch, B3 guru Ken Burkart and guitarist Tom Lippincott;
4/18; 20-20; A mix of Jazz, Soul, Rock and singer/songwriter committed to unique arrangements, improvisation and passion;
4/19; Contemporary fusion of Afro-Cuban Jazz, Rumba and Guaganco Felipe Lamoglia & Iresounds;
4/20; Sofy Encanto & Elastic Bond; Latin Soulful Groovesters even your mom would like 4/21; Juanita Dixon; Featuring the Bob Grabowsky band;
4/22; Soul Lounge featuring Kinetic; Neo Nu Soul Funk and more;
4/23; Bikini Jazz; Original Latin music evoking the beat of the Miami Scene;
4/24; Randy Singer’s “Airplay”; New American Songbook;
4/25; The Aaron Lebos Reality; New group with new tunes getting ready to record their 2nd all original album in June;
4/26; Shelly Berg Trio; Well-known Jazz pianist, composer and arranger. Dean of the Frost School of Music at the University of Miami;
4/27; Tony Succar; A musical journey through South America and the Latin Caribbean. High energy-explosive Latin Jazz;
4/28; Rose Max & Ramatis & Band; Brazilian cool music. The real and energetic Brazilian music from Rio de Janeiro Charly Garcia at The Fillmore;
4/29; Hosted by Randy Singer sponsored by; Conundrum Stages; featuring: Rachel Faro, Aaron Marcus Payne, Mike Valdes, Kristen Spencer, Johnny Rez; Serena;
4/30; UM Faculty Night Presenting the best and brightest musical talents from the University Of Miami

Joey Mugica The Color Queen Honors The Most Distinguished Women in The First Annual Color A Cause 4/19/12

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Joey Mugica The Color Queen Honors The Most Distinguished Women in The First Annual Color A Cause
Thursday, April 19, 7:30 p.m. to 11 p.m
Pearl Restaurant and Champagne Lounge
1 Ocean Drive
Miami Beach, FL. 33139
786.515.1150
pearlmiamibeach.com

Miami’s Most Colorful Artist, Joey Mugica, Also Known As The Color Queen, Honors The City’s Most Distinguished Women in The First Annual Color A Cause
Join us for an explosion of color where Photography meets Art, as “The Color Queen”honors Miami’s most influential Women

The Color Queen, Joey Mugica, is proud to announce the first ever COLOR A CAUSE. The originally inspired images will feature and honor some of Miami’s most dynamic and renowned women, including successful philanthropists, businesswomen, journalists, socialites, reality stars, artists, designers and entertainers. COLOR A CAUSE will benefit Dress for Success Miami, which provides professional attire for economically disadvantaged men and women.

Pop-artist-slash-artographer Joey Mugica, best known, as The Color Queen, doesn’t look at things in black and white. Inspired by all the photos posted on Facebook, Mugica started infusing his own personality into his influential friends’ pictures, eventually making a name-and an image-for himself in the burgeoning Miami art world. Influenced by Warhol, Rauschenberg and David La Chapelle, the colorful Mugica says he is inspired by love. “The idea of transforming a photograph in living color reminds me that it’s never too late to start over,” he exclaims. The New Jersey native isn’t afraid of making a statement, clearly. “I ventured out to COLOR A CAUSE in honor of my best friend, my mom,” says The Color Queen. “Women, like my mom, inspire me everyday. They are the embodiment of love, power, strength and beauty. This what I want to portray with my first Color A Cause exhibit, that through color, I want to highlight the beautiful attributes that each of these women have and hope that we each find the beauty which lies within us all.”

Mugica partnered with Yobe Photography on this first edition. “I am thrilled to be partnering with The Color Queen on Color A Cause,” says Yobe. “I have admired Joey’s work for a very long time and truly believe that he is an incredible artist.” Yobe, of Yobe Photography, is best known as a wedding photojournalist and executive entertainment industry still photographer. His artistic work often depicts surreal colors found within organic objects while using floral-macro photography. Yobe’s individual technique makes an interesting blend with Mugica’s vibrant artwork, which owns color.
For the past month, during private sessions, the artistic duo worked hard to prepare for Color A Cause by capturing each of the ladies’ portraits while enhancing the photographs primarily with Mugica’s unique style. The photos will be debuted on the evening of April 19.

The evening’s honorees include:
Frances De Polanco, Elaine Lancaster, Shireen Sandoval, Sandi Powers, Lisa Pliner, Hope Gainer, Jeniya Penrod, Karent Sierra, Erin Michelle Newberg, Simi Dahl, Daisy Olivera, Erin Mia Milchman, Kimberlee Etheridge, Zurami Pascual, Lucrecia Beird, Sherie Wagner, Marysol Patton, Samantha Perez, Mary Ann Williamson, Cecilia Paz, Teri Rios, Jennifer Heegaard, Charlotte Libov, Paola Ekelund, Bibi Andrade, Giana Leyva, Christina Hampton, Jane Jei, Doll Mirita, Sonia Jacobson, Lauren Foster, Liza Santana-Pineres, Charlotte Ryland, Kelley Mitchell, Glenna Golden Millberg, Roxanne Vargas, Lourdes Valls, Kimberly Shenker-Bacardi, Donna Anderson Scharer and Ana Margarita Martinez

The spectacular evening will be one to be remembered. Join us beginning at 7:30 p.m. for a succulent three-course menu specially prepared and designed for by Pearl Restaurant and Champagne Lounge. The dinners are $100 per person, with $50 of each menu to benefit Dress for Success Miami.
The evening will continue with red carpet entrances, the official unveiling of The Color Queen creations and two hours of open bar and sumptuous hors d’oeuvres.
There is a suggested minimum $20 entry ticket payable at the door during the night of the event. There will also be raffle tickets available for purchase; win a seven-day Royal Caribbean cruise or one of the exciting prizes. A percentage of ticket and raffle sales will benefit Dress For Success.

Entertainment for the evening will by Miami’s Diva Extraordinaire, Elaine Lancaster.

Throughout the day and to prepare the ladies for this momentous occasion, Tim Quinn, International Celebrity Face Designer for Giorgio Armani Cosmetics and his team will be available at Saks Fifth Avenue, Bal Harbour from 12 to 5, to create that special Color Look for the evening. As a very special gift to the honorees and guests, a $25 gift card will be waiting for them at the counter. 10% of the day sales from the Gift Card will benefit Dress For Success Miami.

We graciously acknowledge our sponsors and partners: Pearl Restaurant and Champagne Lounge, Giorgio Armani Cosmetics, HOPE INTERNATIONAL, Boca Brickell Tanning Club, Ana Paz Cakes, Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines, Avant Gardens, Toss Up Salads, GlueGo, Jennifer Heegaard of JEJE CONSULTING, Erin Mia Milchman and Kimberly Ethridge of Haute in the City, Lesley Abravanel and 4Four Marketing Group.

About Dress for Success Miami
Dress for Success Miami promotes the economic independence of disadvantaged women by providing professional attire, a network of support and the career development tools to help women thrive in work and in life. Our programs transition women towards self-sufficiency by addressing their social and economic needs in relation to work, home and community. Each woman is a success story: she has gone from unemployment to economic independence. Since 1994, Dress for Success Miami has assisted over 30,000 re-entering the workforce. For more information, visit www.dfsmiami.org

Photographs of Miami New Times Tweet Up at Burger and Beer Joint on 3/29/12

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Miami New Times Tweet Up at Burger and Beer Joint on South Beach on Thursday, March 29, 2012.  What a great way to start a Thursday night, great food, awesome drinks and a great crowd.  Complimentary bites provided by Burger and Beer Joint and complimentary Jack Daniels Honey cocktails all were delicious.

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Nu Flamenco at the Colony Theatre 4/21/12

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Nu Flamenco
Saturday / April 21 / 8:30 Pm
Colony Theatre
1040 Lincoln Road
Miami Beach
More Info and Tickets

Tickets
$30 general admission
$20 students & seniors (65+) with I.D./artist (box office only)
$50 VIP (priority entrance & seating)

Buy Now Online or call Tigertail at 305/324/4337
Tickets also available at the Colony Theatre Box Office

Nu Flamenco! There is a treat in store on April 21! Continuing Tigertail’s series of virtuoso guitarists, we have arranged an extraordinary concert at the Colony Theatre featuring contemporary flamenco guitarist José Luis Rodriguez from Spain with dancer Niurca Márquez. Rodriguez studied in Andalusia, Spain, under famed guitarist Mario Escudero. He has performed to great acclaim in Paris, London, Buenos Aires, New York, Barcelona and many other world cities.

C4 Trio in Miami 4/18/12

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C4 Trio in Miami
04/18/2012, 7:30 PM
Colony Theatre
1040 Lincoln Road
Miami Beach, FL 33139
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The Americas Society presents C4 Trio in Miami. Founded by Jorge Glem, Hector Molina, and Edward Ramirez, C4 Trio is composed of three virtuosos of the cuatro, a guitar-like instrument typical of the folk music of Venezuela. Come and experience their unique combination of traditional Venezuelan music with contemporary sensibility.

Sponsored by HBO Latin America. In partnership with The Rhythm Foundation.

Mano Ardissone of Ayama Yoga Hosts Universal Asanas for Detoxification Yoga Class at The Standard Spa 4/27/12

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Mano Ardissone of Ayama Yoga Hosts “Universal Asanas for Detoxification” Yoga Class
Friday, April 27th 2012 – 8 p.m. – 10 p.m.
The Standard Spa
40 Island Ave.
Miami Beach Florida 33139
305-673-1717
standardhotels.com/Miami

PRICE: $30 (includes use of indoor baths, sauna and steam room)

One doesn’t need a fancy rehabilitation facility or unforgiving fast to experience the health benefits of eliminating toxins and emotional waste from the body. Mariano (Mano) Ardissone, founder of Ayama Center for Yoga & Healing Arts, will teach a tailored, detoxifying 120-minute yoga class on April 27, 2012, as part of The Standard Spa’s H2-OM yoga series. The cost is $30 and includes use of the indoor baths, sauna and steam room in the spa.

Bodies are designed to engage in elimination every day and a great way to help it along is with a detox yoga practice. Beginning at 8 p.m., Mano’s two-hour class is a mixed-level and dynamic asana practice that allows students to work at their own level while engaging the circulatory, digestive and lymph systems to promote the elimination of toxins, improve immunity, cleanse and purify.

Creative, intelligent sequencing of asanas, vinyasas, restorative twists and breathing techniques, including pranayama variations, will be taught to expand the spectrum of possibilities and take one’s practice to the next level in fluidity, proficiency and playfulness. Settle in for a sweet sweat to feel poised, powerful, lighter, brighter and more energetic.

Mano is the founder and director of Ayama Yoga & Healing Arts in North Miami Beach. With more than 15 years of experience studying, practicing and teaching yoga, he has appeared as a guest on numerous TV stations including NBC, CBS, CW, Telemundo and The Discovery Channel. For more info, visit http://www.ayamayoga.com.

Queen Lounge Opens In South Beach 4/5/12

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Queen Lounge Opens In South Beach
Thursday, April 5, 2012
Queen Lounge
841 Washington Ave.
Miami Beach

Queen Lounge, an intimate cocktail and gastro-lounge will celebrate its official grand opening. The 4,000-square-foot venue pays homage to the power and glamour of women in art, music and fashion throughout history.

Founded by European nightlife savant Sanaa Moussaoui and managing partner, Miami native Maria Ortiz, the multi-room venue features superior handcrafted cocktails by mixology master Thomas Merolla and small plates by Executive Chef Matthew Goldberg.

The lounge boasts a 30-item cocktail menu featuring “Timeless Truths” and Queen Lounge Signature Cocktails, created by head mixologist Thomas Merolla, a previous contributor to the illustrious bar menus of staple South Beach hotels including Delano, Mondrian, and W South Beach. Original libations include The Fabulous Josephine ($13), a blend of Champagne gently stirred with Aperol aperitif and St. Germain Elderflower Liqueur with a hint of citrus; the aptly named Wild Side ($13), a mixture of Corzo Anejo Reposado and Del Maguey Mescal stirred with Carpano Sweet Vermouth, Averna, Yellow Chartreuse liqueur, and spiked with tobacco bitters; and the Bella Donna ($13), Grey Goose vodka blended with apple cider, lemon juice and cinnamon honey. For those wishing to enjoy other classic beverages, an array of premium tequila flights and domestic and imported beer and wine is also available. As an ode to the art of mixology, Queen Lounge offers unique blended juice mixers and a personal mixologist with bottle service.

Executive Chef Matthew Goldberg, a seasoned culinary expert formerly of Wynwood’s Cafeina and trained by award-winning Miami-native Chef Michelle Bernstein, created a menu of hand-picked tapas such as Goat Cheese and Jamon Truffles ($12), herb-infused goat cheese spiked with jamon serrano rolled in a pistachio crust with rum-soaked guava glaze; Kobe Beef Sliders ($16), fresh ground kobe beef, pan-roasted with sweet shiitake mushrooms, caramelized shallots, sharp white cheddar cheese and roasted red pepper mayo; Ahi Tuna Sashimi ($12), hand sliced tuna with watercress, grapefruit, ginger, scallions, chili oil and yuzu-soy drizzle.

Situated in the center of a couture South Beach shopping destination between 5th and 9th Street from Collins to Washington Avenue, the newly renovated, European-inspired lounge will offer a respite for local fashionistas, artists and cocktail enthusiasts who frequent the iconic, boutique-laden Washington Avenue strip. Adorned with faux gold mirrors, crystal chandeliers, copper brown wallpaper – imported from Germany – and Italian metallic paint, Queen Lounge’s design is reminiscent of the world-renowned haunts of Amsterdam and London. The new hot spot will feature themed nights in a state-of-the-art venue with a daily lineup of leading local and national DJs who will keep revelers dancing into the early hours with high-energy beats.

Abstract works by internationally acclaimed metal-artist Jon Allen and iconic celebrity images line the halls of the main lounge in their exclusive venue, which features a sleek black granite-top bar and dining tables with seating for nearly 40 guests. As guests continue into the second lounge area, they will be greeted by the accented glow of six LED tables nestled between U-shaped leather seats, giving the room a burst of color with 20 different hues. On the second floor, a Prohibition-style mezzanine glass wall overlooks the lower level, hiding the entrance to this coveted VIP room from guests below.

“Queen Lounge represents the aura, allure and mystique of powerful women – queens that dominated the history of art, music and fashion,” says Moussaoui, who has operated eight hospitality ventures in three countries. “I wanted to provide a chic setting for locals and out-of-town guests to enjoy superior cocktails outside of their hotel lobbies, and I knew that there was no better place to do that than the neighborhood where South Beach nightlife was born.”

By virtue of their active participation in the local arts and entertainment scene, this team of young and vibrant co-owners has decided to collaborate with select local galleries and curators from Miami’s hottest growing Wynwood Art District as well as popular South Beach Art Deco galleries in an effort to support and celebrate the arts in the local South Beach community.

Queen Lounge is a multi-room cocktail and gastro-lounge that boasts 4,000 square feet of engaging design and a menu of innovative cocktails and tapas. Located at 841 Washington Avenue in Miami Beach, Queen Lounge is open Wednesday to Sunday from 3 p.m. to 4 a.m. The kitchen is open until 11 p.m. Guests can unwind and enjoy $5 cocktails and tapas from 5 to 8 p.m. daily during The Ultimate Happy Hour. For private bookings and advance reservations, please contact 305.397.8056, info@queenlounge.com or visit www.queenloungemiami.com.

Bass Museum Of Art Presents Jillian Mayer Erasey Page Artist Reception 4/6/12

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Bass Museum Of Art Presents Jillian Mayer: Erasey Page Artist Reception 4/6/12
April 6 from 8-9pm
Bass Museum of Art
2100 Collins Ave.
Miami Beach, FL 33139

Artist Reception: artist will be present

On view through August 12

Bass Museum of Art opens the artist project “Erasey Page,” by Miami-based artist Jillian Mayer – a newly commissioned, web-based project by Mayer produced in collaboration with computer programmer, designer, and creative technologist Eric Shoenborn. The web-based project will be on view in the Bass Museum’s newly renovated project room. The interactive website begins with a greeting from the artist as a pop-up spokesmodel who compels visitors to live an internet-free and happy life by simply deleting the world wide web page by page.

Jillian Mayer’s practice investigates the intersections between art, media, entertainment and pop culture. She is best known for her successful viral video projects, which are intended to circulate in both the art context and the popular cultural arena of YouTube. Lying somewhere between a parody of utopian ideals and an infomercial for a self-help product, “Erasey Page” humorously comments on one’s personal agency. Mayer’s proposition is directed towards questioning our increasingly virtual lives to playfully imagine a world without the Internet.

Jillian Mayer lives and works in Miami, FL. Her performances, videos and installations have been exhibited at the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, New York; Peggy Guggenheim Collection, Venice, Italy; Guggenheim Museum, Bilbao, Spain; Deutsche Guggenheim, Berlin, Germany; Museum of Contemporary Art, North Miami; Fabric Workshop and Museum, Philadelphia; and de la Cruz Collection Contemporary Art, Miami. Recent solo projects include Family Matters at David Castillo Gallery (2011) and Love Trips at World Class Boxing, Miami (2011). Mayer was recently featured in the September/October issue of Art Papers and premiered a short film featuring Luther Campbell (Uncle Luke of the musical group 2 Live Crew) entitled Life and Freaky Times of Uncle Luke at the Sundance Film Festival and South by Southwest.

Erasey Page collaborator Eric Shoenborn is a Miami-based graphic artist and creative technologist interested in design and social change. He has collaborated with a number of influential organizations on web community initiatives. His interdisciplinary projects have been featured in Sundance Interactive and South by Southwest.

Claws for Kids Private Brunch at Joe’s Stone Crab Benefit for Boys and Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade South Beach Location 5/6/12

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Claws for Kids Private Brunch at Joe’s Stone Crab Benefit for Boys and Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade South Beach Location
Sunday, May 6, 11:30 a.m.
Joe’s Stone Crab
Miami Beach

Attendees Can Enjoy Joe’s Without the Wait before Stone Crab Season Ends;
Event Sponsorships Available

Last call before stone crab season ends! Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade’s first annual “Claws for Kids” fundraising brunch will provide the perfect opportunity to enjoy delicious large stone crabs and other signature Joe’s cuisine without the wait. All event proceeds from the private event will benefit Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade’s new 11,000-sq.-ft. state-of-the-art South Beach location. Joe’s will open up their restaurant for brunch on May 6 only for supporters of Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade’s “Claws for Kids.”

“This is the first year we are holding ‘Claws for Kids,’ and we’re confident that we’ll continue this exclusive event for years to come,” said Judy Kramer, committee chair. “The brunch is a wonderful time to enjoy Joe’s Stone Crab and raise money for our new South Beach Club, which will serve youth in Miami Beach.”

“Claws for Kids” committee members include Judy Kramer, Chair; Olga Guilarte, Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade Board President, Irene Korge, Susan Geiger and Rae Stein.
After having served the children of Miami Beach for 27 years, the prior 2,500-sq.-ft. South Beach Club on the existing site wasdemolished in September 2011 to make way for construction of the new facility. The new South Beach Club, slated to be completed by summer 2012, will feature a teen center, state of the art computer lab, teaching kitchen for children, homework rooms, games rooms and a creative arts room, and serve approximately 400 children from the local area.

“Claws for Kids” sponsorship opportunities are available. Table sponsorships include $10,000 Jumbo Claw Sponsor, $5,000 Large Claw Sponsor; and $2500 Select Claw Sponsor; a Key Lime table for 10 guests is priced at $1500; a Hash Brown Table for $1200. Individual tickets are $150.

Menu items include large stone crabs, hash brown potatoes, creamed spinach and Key Lime pie. For those who don’t eat stone crabs, main course options include top sirloin, salmon and broiled chicken. Wine and champagne included in the ticket price.
For more information about sponsorships, underwriting or tickets, please contact Astrid H. Ehrenstein at (305) 446-9910 ext. 30, or via email at aehrenstein@bgcmia.org.

Women In PR Summit & Retreat 2012 9/20-23/12

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Women In PR Summit & Retreat 2012
09/20-09/23,2012, 8:00 am-5:00pm
Eden Roc Renaissance Hotel
4525 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33140
http://wiprsummit.com

Women In PR is proud to announce that CEO and Founder of People’s Revolution Kelly Cutrone will be the keynote speaker at the organization’s closing brunch on Sunday September 23rd, 2012. The Women In PR 2nd Annual Summit & Retreat will take place at Eden Roc Renaissance Hotel 4525 Collins Avenue located in Miami Beach, Florida September 20-23rd, 2012.

Kelly Cutrone is not only an internationally known fashion public relation and brand strategist, but also a television star as well. In 2010 Cutrone appeared on MTV’s The Hills, the spin-off series The City where she mentored her then employee Whitney Port and then received her own reality show, Kell on Earth on the Bravo Network. Kell on Earth instantly became a hit for the network which led to other television opportunities. In 2011 Cutrone, became a special correspondent on The Dr. Phil Show. Currently, Cutrone can be seen as the new judge on this seasons America’s Next Top Model, Cycle 18.

Cutrone will be giving the closing remarks to the lucky women who have the opportunity to attend this event on the last day of the summit and retreat. Cutrone will not only be participating in the brunch, but will be having a questions and answer session with attendees along with a signing of her New York Times best seller , “If You Have to Cry, Go Outside: And Other Things Your Mother Never Told You”. The PR maven’s book stayed on the New York Times and National Bestseller List for over 11 weeks and the women who attend the conference will receive a copy of this book. Her second book, “Normal Get You Nowhere” was released by Harper One in paperback this past March.

Cutrone has also partnered with Chris Burch to create and launch a women’s fashion brand that incorporates fashion, power and pop culture into one, known as Electric Love Army. The brand is set to launch February 2013.

The Women In PR 2nd Annual Summit & Retreat includes a cocktail reception, two full days of workshops, panels and breakout sessions, exclusive dinners, networking hours, a night out on the town, and will close with the brunch that Cutrone will be speaking at along with spa services to unwind before ending the summit and retreat.

Women In PR is a vital resource for public relations professionals. Women In PR empower women to reach their full potential by promoting their professional growth and inspiring them to share their successes in the rapidly changing world of public relations

Carnivale 4/30/12

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Carnivale
Friday, April 30, 2012, 8:00 PM
Clevelander Hotel South Beach
1020 Ocean Drive
Miami Beach, FL 33139
www.clevelander.com

Fire, sexy dancers, a live crowd and endless drinks. If you’re wondering where you are, relax, it’s Carnivale! Join us at 8PM when the show begins to get a good seat and order from our one of a kind food & drink menu.

Bamboo Miami Beach Ultimate Official Grand Opening Celebration 3/30/12

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Bamboo Miami Beach Ultimate Official Grand Opening Celebration
Friday, March 30, 2012, 11PM – 5AM
Bamboo
550 Washington Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33139

For table reservations, contact 305.695.4771 or info@bamboomiamibeach.com

High-end entertainment venue sets the stage for an all-over VIP experience with surprise celebrity guest

Bamboo Group will celebrate their highly anticipated official grand opening with extravagant performances and a surprise celebrity appearance. Recognized for their spontaneity, Bamboo will set the stage for an exceptional celebration with the extravagance of burlesque and European cabaret-style presentations. Awarded by The World’s Finest Clubs Association with the seal of Quality and International Prestige, Bamboo Group is headquartered in Bucharest and acknowledged as Southeastern Europe’s most lavish, high energy entertainment venue.

Occupying the historic Paris Theater on 5th and Washington in South Beach, the 27,000-square-foot venue will house approximately 800 to 1,000 guests. The main floor boasts 42 VIP tables with an additional 20 VIP tables upon the opening of the venue’s second floor and patio space, set to debut in Summer 2012.

Bamboo’s novel approach to interactive entertaining includes a hydraulic stage with an elevated, custom-built LED stage – the largest installation in Miami Beach – along with the world’s top-rated L’Acoustics sound system. Another intensifying element is a suspended shimmering 30-foot-wide, two-ton Swarovski chandelier donning 550 light bulbs that illuminate the space as it roves vertically throughout the night.

The décor is a fusion of Romanesque modern luxury with oriental accents. For added interior value, Bamboo’s couches are outfitted in plush cream satin finishes that are imported from Europe, oversized statues, marble tabletops and gilded gold moldings that frame the walls. Skylights and a built-in catwalk host day or night fashion runway installations.

Acknowledged for being an innovator of superior standards and elevated style in the nightlife industry, Bamboo Group was founded in 2002 in Southeastern Europe and quickly became one of the biggest and most famous clubs in the region. Bamboo Group is a pioneer of entertainment with over 10 years of experience in operating opulent international nightclubs. Altering the scene in Miami, Bamboo will combine the allure of the red carpet with an unprecedented vibrant atmosphere with posh décor, sophisticated seating areas and superb white-glove service.

La Noche Latina 4/5/12

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La Noche Latina
Thursday, April 5, 2012, 10:00 PM
Clevelander South Beach
1020 Ocean Drive
Miami Beach, FL 33139
www.clevelander.com

What’s sexier than Latinas, a rooftop view, salsa music and Cuba Libres? We couldn’t think of anything either! Join us for a cultured night of rhythm and flavor starting at 10PM on our rooftop terrace overlooking the beach!

MIMA Jewelry Designs Meet and Greet Designer at BALANS Lincoln Road 3/28/12

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MIMA Jewelry Designs – Meet & Greet Designer at BALANS Lincoln Road
Wednesday, March 28, 2012, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Balans Miami Beach
1022 Lincoln Road
Miami Beach, FL
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Join us for an exclusive first time presentation of MiMA Jewelry Designs and Meet Renowned Designer Marimerce Santiago as she presents the 2012 Spring/Summer Collection. The intimate Balans Miami Beach restaurant will host a meet and greet for the designer and models will showcase the collection starting at 7:00 p.m.

MiMa is an eclectic array of collections, ranging from simple beach inspired necklaces to architecturally constructed and beautifully complex pieces. Each and every individual composition of hidden treasures is distinctive and intended to make you feel unique. The designs fall within defined categories, which are perfect for layering in diverse combinations for numerous effects.

MiMa Designs are sold internationally and have graced the likes of Jennifer Lopez, Marc Anthony, Ricky Martin, Beyonce and the Queen Noor of Jordan.

Cocktails at the Grand Opening of Sanctuarium Design 3/29/12

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Cocktails at the Grand Opening of Sanctuarium Design
Thursday, March 29, 2012 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Sanctuarium Design
1610 Alton Rd
Miami Beach, FL 33139
RSVP Mandatory: gpineres@creativasgroup.com
Dress Code: Business NO JEANS or SNEAKERS.

Join us for a red carpet celebration celebrating the launch of Sanctarium Design by Mariella Barcena. Event will feature a ribbon cuttign ceremony featuring Karent Sierra, Fay Carmona, Jane Jei and Michael Gongora. Cocktails courtesy Ron Diplomatico.

News: Hertz On Demand Joins Decobike to Provide Miami Beach Residents Another Way to Get Around

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Hertz On Demand Joins Decobike to Provide Miami Beach Residents Another Way to Get Around
www.hertzondemand.com
www.decobike.com
www.facebook.com/HertzOnDemand

As an extension of The Hertz Corporation’s launch of Hertz On Demand in Miami Beach, Florida, Hertz On Demand is proud to announce a partnership with Decobike, the Official City of Miami Beach Bike Sharing & Rental program. Decobike and Hertz On Demand represent the greenest and easiest way to get around Miami Beach and the surrounding areas. Both programs encourage locals and visitors to use sustainable, innovative and convenient modes of transportation.

Based in Miami Beach, Decobike is offering Hertz On Demand members one month of free Decobike service. In addition to that, Decobike members that sign up for Hertz On Demand car sharing service will receive $15 in driving credits upon enrollment. The promotion begins on March 1, 2012 and will continue through March 30, 2012.
Hertz On Demand and Decobike share similar values in regards to the concept of green mobility. Both companies offer customers an affordable, simple way to travel while reducing the environmental impact of car ownership. Similar to how Hertz On Demand rents vehicles by the hour, day, or week on a 24/7 basis, Decobike allows for customer to rent a bike 24/7 at any of its locations.

Decobike is the Official City of Miami Beach Public Bicycle Sharing Program. The fleet continues to expand and currently includes a system of 85+ solar-powered bike sharing stations with 1,000 Decobikes. The system is conveniently available to residents and visitors 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Since its launch in March of 2011, there have been over 680,000 rides on Decobike. The system which was recently expanded to include all areas of Miami Beach, offers local residents a great value, including “unlimited ride” memberships and an expansive membership rewards program.

Hertz on Demand, Hertz’s global car sharing club, has more than 850 vehicles, 120,000 members and more than 250 locations worldwide, including corporate offices and universities. Hertz on Demand offers a variety of vehicles available for online reservation at competitive rates. All cars are equipped with Eileo® technology, and benefits covered by the hourly rate include gas, insurance, GPS turn-by-turn navigation, 24/7 roadside assistance, 24-hour Member Care Center communication, and 180 free miles per day.

Celebrate Easter At Fontainebleau Miami Beach 4/8/12

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Celebrate Easter At Fontainebleau Miami Beach
Sunday, April 8, 2012
4441 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, Florida 33140

Vida, Scarpetta and Solo at Fontainebleau Miami Beach to Offer Decadent Easter Offerings

This Easter, indulge at Fontainebleau Miami Beach for brunch at two of the property’s restaurants Scarpetta and Vida and enjoy specially crafted Easter pastries at the resort’s patisserie Solo. In addition to the brunches, the resort will host an Easter Egg Hunt at 2 p.m. for children ages 6 and under and at 3 p.m. for children ages 7-12., held adjacent to the children’s pool-scape. (NOTE: Egg hunt only open to children staying in hotel or families who visit Scarpetta and Vida for brunch.)

The famed, AAA Four Diamond Award-winning Scarpetta will offer a succulent Italian inspired Easter Day Brunch. The buffet style menu is priced at $75 per person, including endless Bloody Marys, Bellinis & Mimosas; $37.50 for children ages 4-12, and free for children under 4 (prices exclude tax and gratuity). Available from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Scarpetta is located in the Fontainebleau’s Sorrento Tower. For Easter brunch reservations please call: (305) 674-4660. Menu follows:
Carving Station
Sliced Ribeye of Beef //Prawns, Garlic & Parsley // Roasted Vegetables
Pasta Station
Spaghetti, Tomato & Basil // Duck & Foie Gras Ravioli, Marsala Reduction Cavatelli // Short Rib Ragu
Omelet Station
Assorted Meats, Cheeses & Vegetables
Buffet
Shrimp Cocktail //Selection of Italian Meats & Cheeses // Marinated Tomatoes // Buffala Mozzarella // Arugula Salad
Assorted Italian Vegetable Salads // Creamy Polenta, Fricassee of Truffled Mushrooms
Dolce
Assorted Croissants // Apple Strudel // Pastiera Napoletana //Cheesecake
Panna Cotta // Tiramisu // Chocolate Mousse
Bloody Marys, Bellinis & Mimosas // Fresh Juices & American Coffee

Vida, the resort’s American brasserie, will offer a decadent Easter Day Brunch that includes a sumptuous raw bar, carving stations, and an indulgent dessert display. The buffet style menu is priced at $59 per person $37.50 for children ages 4-12; and free for children under 4 (prices exclude tax and gratuity). Served from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Vida is located off the Chateau’s main lobby. For Easter brunch reservations please call: (305) 674-4730. Menu follows:
Breakfast
Create Your Omelet Live Station // Smoked Salmon & Asparagus Frittata // Chicken Apple Sausage
Applewood Smoked Bacon // Crunchy and Caramelized Banana French Toast
Corned Beef and Potato Hash Brown Casserole // Tropical Fruit Display and Artisanal Bread Selection
Salad
Apple, Apricot, Celery, Cabbage, Chicken Salad
Tomato, Mozzarella and Watercress Salad
Fontainebleau Spring Mix Salad
Condiments
Croutons, Parmesan Cheese, Red and Yellow Cherry Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Citrus and Spice Infused Olives, Shaved Carrots
Dressings
Ranch Dressing, Balsamic Dressing, Strawberry Vinaigrette, Ginger Lemon Dressing
Rotisserie
Rotisserie Style Top Sirloin Cap “Picanha” // Lavender Honey Mustard Salmon and Creamy Corn Polenta
Sun Dried Tomato Chicken, Gremolata Infused Peruvian Purple Potato // Honey Mustard Glazed Ham
Rotisserie Companion
Rotisserie Fondant Vegetables // Caramelized Onion, Green Beans and Corn on the Cob
Braised Wild Forest Mushrooms
Sauces
Slow Rendered Shiitake Mushroom Tarragon Sauce // Mango, Mint and Pineapple Chutney // Carrot, Apple and Onion Relish
SauteÄ— Station
Lobster Mac and Cheese // Five Spiced Duck Breast, Roasted Red and Yellow Beets, Tarragon Apple Marsala Jus
Woodstone Oven
Cheese Pizza // Beef Steak Au Poivre Pizza // Veggie Pizza
Blade Sushi & Raw Bar
Assorted Maki, Specialty Rolls and Nigiri // Shrimp Cocktail // Fresh Shucked Chilled Oyster, Crab Claws
Mignonette, Cocktail Sauce, Apple Horseradish Cream
Charcuterie
Selections of Cured Meats and Sausages // Cornichon // Pickled Vegetables // Dijon Mustard
Imported & Domestic Cheese
Manchego, Morbier, Pont Leveque, Roquefort Bleu Cheese // Marinated Olives // Caramelized Walnut // Assorted Dried Fruits
Dessert Live Station
Hot Cross Buns // Coffee Cakes // Strawberry Shortcakes // Paris-Brest //Assorted Éclairs // Lemon Cheese Cake Lollipops
Assorted Cup Cakes
Verrine
Chocolate and Caramelized Hazelnut Verrine // Tiramisu Verrine // Cuatro Leches Verrine // Tropical Fruit, Coconut Pearls Verrine
Entremets
Caramel Apple Praline Cake // Exotic Passion Fruit Cake //Pear Tatin //Chocolate Raspberry Cake
Chocolates & Candies
Assorted Chocolates, Truffles, Lollipops, Pate-De-Fruit, Pate- De- Fruit Marshmallows
Macarons and Coconut Macarons // Warm Rhubarb, Berry Cobbler with Vanilla Ice Cream

Solo, Fontainebleau’s chic in-house patisserie, is also offering an array of sweet treats for Easter. The sophisticated treats are accented with fresh seasonal fruit, including Easter Cupcakes, Chocolate Easter Eggs and Chocolate Easter Bunnies (large and small). Selections of pastries and chocolates are available daily for purchase or made-to-order for any special occasion. Take-out orders can be made in person or by calling (305) 674-4740. Menu of Easter offerings follows:
From the Bakery:
Serrano Ham and Manchego Buns // Hot Cross Buns // Challah Bread // Chocolate Babka // Honey Bread // Carrot Chocolate Chip Muffins
Guava Cheese Pastelitos // Gluten Free Raspberry Chocolate Chip Muffins // Dulce De Leche Doughnuts // Lemon Doughnuts
From the Gelato Room:
Lemon Sorbet // Strawberry Marshmallow Ice Cream Bar // Mini Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Sandwiches
From the Dessert Station:
Sugar Free Agave Cheesecake // St. Honores // Raspberry Millefeuilles // Lemon Raspberry Macaron Tart
Brulee Chocolate Cake // Madeleines // Assorted Macaron (Pistachio, Passion Fruit, Cherry, Salted Caramel)
Decorated Easter Cookies
From the Chocolate Room:
Strawberry Rhubarb Truffle // Piña Colada Truffle // Cassis Mint Truffle // Blood Orange Mimosa Truffle // Assorted Chocolate Eggs
Chocolate Bunnies // Raspberry Cotton Candy // Blueberry Cotton Candy // Trio Chocolate Lollipops Assorted Caramel Popcorn (Pineapple, Strawberry, Green Apple)

For information on Easters inspired Spa treatments and retail items, visit www.fontainebleau.com

Moët Hennessy’s Ardbeg Chopper Auctioned at SOBEWFF Q After Dark

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Moët Hennessy’s Ardbeg Whisky Auctioned Off Custom Orange County Choppers Motorcycle at South Beach Wine & Food Festival’s Q After Dark

Ardbeg, “The Ultimate Islay Malt,” partnered with custom motorcycle builders, Orange County ChoppersTM (famed for their show on TLC) to create distinctly crafted Ardbeg Choppers, one of which was auctioned off at the famed South Beach Wine & Food Festival to benefit Florida International University’s School of Hospitality.

The design for the “Gator Chopper” was inspired by Ardbeg’s Celtic heritage and expressions of Ardbeg whisky, the smokiest of all the Islay malts. The chopper just completed a tour of the U.S. on a mission to drive awareness of the respected spirit, and made it’s final stop at the festival.

The Ardbeg Gator Chopper was on display at Moët Hennessy’s The Q After Dark party following Bubble Q, which was open for patrons of The South Beach Wine & Food Festival to bid and is currently up to almost 20K.

Photo credit: Duncan Brinkhurst
Moet Hennessy’s Ardbeg whisky auctioned off custom Orange County Choppers Alligator motorcycle

Model Beach Volleyball Tournament Miami Beach 2012 3/31/12 – 4/1/12

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Model Beach Volleyball Tournament
Saturday and Sunday March 31 & April 1
Lummus Park
11th and Ocean Dr., Miami Beach
Miami Beach
modelbeachvolleyball.com

Price: Free

Kickoff Party: Fri 12 midnight at Wall Lounge, W South Beach, 2201 Collins Ave.
Afterparty: Sat 9p-1a at Perry Hotel Rooftop, 2377 Collins Ave.

This two-day event will feature the top model agencies, as well as some of the top professional volleyball players across the world, competing in a co-ed beach volleyball tournament. These top agencies include Next, CGM, Elite, Ford, MC2, Mega, Front, 301, Oceans, Runways and Wilhelmina.

The battle will consist of a bracket style competition where teams will compete against each other in round robin format, and day two will become tournament style. All teams will compete for the title on Sunday for an all inclusive getaway to Bimini Bay Resort and Marina.

Unlike years past, the NVL will be joining MBVT with a collaboration of professional athletes coaching each of our agency teams from start to finish.

Whole Foods and Conscious Acts Of Kindness 3/29/12

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Whole Foods & Conscious Acts Of Kindness
Thursday March 29th anytime from 1-8pm
Whole Foods Market
1020 Alton Road
Miami Beach, FL
More Info

Join Conscious Acts Of Kindness, Whole Foods Market, DJ Irie, The University of Miami BisCaydence Pop Choir, Mack from Y100 and Provider Thursday March 29th anytime from 1-8pm for an amazing day of Charity, Fun and Fantasticness.

5% Day Benefiting Conscious Acts of Kindness

All Day

Shop For A Cause! Whole Foods Market in South Beach will be supporting our local community by donating 5% of the day’s net sales to Conscious Acts of Kindness, a nonprofit organization that spotlights global issues through local community events. Join us on Thursday for interactive surprises with Conscious Acts of Kindness.

Jane’s Addiction Fillmore Miami Beach 5/18/12

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Jane’s Addiction Fillmore Miami Beach
At The Jackie Gleason Theatre
Friday, May 18th, 2012

Tickets On Sale Fri., March 9th!

Legendary rock band, Jane’s Addiction, comes to the intimate Fillmore Miami Beach at the Jackie Gleason Theatre on Friday, May 18th, 2012 at 8:30PM. Tickets are on sale Friday, March 9th / 10AM. This is part of the Cruzan Concert Series.

Great bands break rules, but legends write their own. Jane’s Addiction has actually written the rule book for alternative music and culture through a combination of genre-defying classic songs and a cinematic live experience. Their songs serve as the Ten Commandments for alt rock, inspiring an entire generation of bands such as Nirvana, Rage Against the Machine, Nine Inch Nails, Smashing Pumpkins and Tool. They merged alternative and rock like no one before, becoming the first alternative rock band, creating a new sound and attitude. Perry Farrell stands out as one of music’s most forward-thinking and enigmatic frontmen, and his vocals soar with vibrancy, vulnerability and vitality. Guitar god Dave Navarro conjures simultaneously psychedelic and epic riffs. Stephen Perkins’ tribal stomp remains hypnotic and transfixing. They also added TV on the Radio’s Dave Sitek to the creative team on bass. In 2010, Jane’s Addiction began writing songs for a new album. By 2011, recording began on what would become The Great Escape Artist, released on Capitol in October. Jane’s Addiction is touring in 2012 in support of this release. The album is spun through a kaleidoscope of tightly wound riffs, hypnotic harmonies, booming beats and an unmistakable howl. The Great Escape Artist announces the beginning of the next chapter for these alternative rock torchbearers.

General Admission tickets are $45.00 and go on sale Friday, March 9TH / 10AM at LiveNation.com or charge by phone 800-745-3000 and at the Fillmore Box Office during normal business hours (Mon. – Fri., 11AM – 6PM and during show days). Limited Special Reserved tickets are $65.00
All dates, acts and ticket prices are subject to change without notice. All tickets are subject to applicable taxes, parking and service and handling charges.
For more information go to www.fillmoremb.com.

Photographs of 2012 Snail of Approval Awards Party at Miami Beach Botanical Gardens on 3/23/12

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2012 Snail of Approval Awards Party by Slow Food Miami at Miami Beach Botanical Gardens on Friday, March 23, 2012.

The 2012 award recipients on hand that provide delicious bites were Chef Simon Stojanovic from Altamare, Chef E. Michael Reidt from Area 31, Chef Giancarla Bodoni from Escopazzo, Chef Julie Frans from Essensia at The Palms Hotel & Spa, Chef Paula DaSilva from 1500 Degrees, Chef Monica Rios from Green Table, Chef Philippe Reynaud from Ocean Reef Club, Chef Kris Wessel from Red Light Little River, Chef Alex Pinero from Sustain Restaurant + Bar, Chef Mark Zeitouni from Lido Restaurant and Bayside Grill at The Standard, Chef David Bracha from The River Seafood & Oyster Bar, Chef Andrea Curto-Randazzo and Chef Frank Randazzo with Creative Taste Catering, Gaby’s Sorbet, Real Sorbet and Grey Goose Vodka provided the wonderful refreshing  cocktails.

“Slow Food Miami embraces local growers and artisan food makers who use sustainable methods, pay fair wages and respect our environment.  All proceeds from Slow Food Miami events are used to implement local school and community gardens. Slow Food Miami is an all-volunteer organization. Our local members are passionate about good food, supporting local growers and celebrating Miami’s diversity.  We consider ourselves a partner on how our food reaches the table because we know our farmer. Slow Food Miami is the local chapter of Slow Food USA and the International Slow Food Association.”

evian Presents: Live Young, Skate On 4/7/12

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evian Presents: Live Young, Skate On!
04/07/2012, 12pm – 4pm
Collins Park
Collins Avenue (between 21st-22nd Streets)
Miami Beach
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Pop-up roller skating party for the public in Miami Beach where evian will attempt to set the record for world’s longest roller-skating conga line!

EXPECTED ENTERTAINMENT: Jam skaters Tony Zane, Diamond Walker and Brandon Perea as seen on “America’s Best Dance Crew” and “America’s Got Talent” and other surprise entertainment. (In the meantime, you can groove to DJ Jubilee’s mix-tape prepared in anticipation for the event: bit.ly/GH99Vo)

THE EVENT:
On Saturday, April 7th, evian will launch Live Young, Skate On!, motivating the community to hydrate and have fun in celebration of World Health Day. evian is prompting the South Florida community to participate in setting the world record for the longest conga line on roller skates.

evian will surprise the city of Miami by staging a pop-up roller-skating rink in Collins Park, Miami Beach, featuring four-wheel rental station and producing the city’s first outdoor roller-skating party. The event will be open to the public. World record officials from RecordSetter.com will be present to adjudicate the attempt, with over 250 participants expected. There will also be smaller records broken, such as Most People Jumped Over While Wearing Roller Skates- see our first try of the record here: bit.ly/GET7sM

Inspiring different cities to adopt its Live young philosophy, evian will unveil several health &wellness related activations throughout 2012. The brand will be popping up in Los Angeles, Miami and New York City this summer, spreading its youthful spirit across the U.S.

Photographs of Miami Beach International Fashion Week 2012 on 3/23/12

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Miami Beach International Fashion Week 2012 at the Miami Beach Convention Center on Friday, March 23, 2012.  The fashion designers showcased in this show were: Montoya,  Makiatto by Paulina Anda, Monica Campana, Peter Cava -Pedro Cueva, Maria del Mar Proano and Fernanda Melo.

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Lights, Camera, Fashion! Miami Beach International Fashion Week has officially ended this past Saturday March 24th, with the electrifying Miami Moda & Music Awards. Hosted by celebrity radio and television personalities Orlando Leon and Ileana Garcia, the evening’s festivities featured music from Supermodel Dasha Protsenko and Spain’s hottest vocal group D’Nash as well as a fashion show from celebrity designer Nicolas Felizola and a special presentation by Ema Savahl Couture.

Featuring eminent designers, celebrities, and musicians from nearly every continent, Miami Beach International Fashion Week marked an exciting addition to the glamorous affair when it welcomed Superstar Dionne Warwick. An idol in the music industry for over four decades, Mrs. Warwick hosted a media seminar for students and designers in which she discussed her life, her style, and advise how to succeed in your chosen passion. Aside from Living Legend Ms. Dionne Warwick and her son, Grammy award winning record producer Damon Elliot, we were also joined by an array of celebrity stars: CSI Wes Ramsey, actor and producer Vincent de Paul and Soap Opera stars Adamari Lopez, Ezequiel Montalt, Liannet Borrero, just to name a few.

In addition to showcasing the world’s top emerging designers, Miami Beach International Fashion Week continued its groundbreaking format by offering delectable cuisine from around the world at their Culinary Style Café. This year, MBIFW’s Culinary Style Café, sponsored by Whole Foods Market, offered the creations of celebrity chef Adrianne Calvo, Chef Bernie Matz, Chef Steve Sabatino and Chef Jonathan Barnett. During each night of fashion week, The Culinary Style Café served a unique tasting menu created specifically for a country being showcased on the catwalk. Fashion VIPs, celebrities, buyers, and designers discussed the amazing designs they’ve seen throughout the shows while enjoying some of the best food South Florida has to offer.

Saturday marked the culmination of four days filed with celebrities, sold out shows and global media attendance, all coming together at the Miami Moda & Music Awards. This fabulous night began with a fantastic encore presentation by Miami based designer Ema Savahl featuring her “mold to the body” couture pieces. Award-winning designer Nicolas Felizola, who has dressed some of Hollywood and Latin America’s biggest stars, presented a selection of his Red Carpet gowns. Nicolas has a Haute Couture style that is totally new and always fresh. His creations recently earned him the “Zanetti Murano” Prize in Italy. This year, Nicolas was presented with the coveted Victoria Puig de Lange International Style Award.

As if the Hollywood red carpet gowns weren’t enough excitement, the energy skyrocketed when the evening’s live musical acts begun. In order to parallel the global stylings seen throughout the week, the MBIFW team brought in some of the hottest young music performers making waves around the world today. Supermodel and the face of Lancôme Russia Dasha Protsenko sang her new hit single “Prfct Girl”, and Spain’s hottest new vocal group, D’NASH also performed live. D’NASH is best known for representing Spain in the 2007 Eurovision Song Contest, which was held in Helsinki. The group has found new fame for their cover of Ben E. King’s hit Stand By Me, which they released as a promotional single.

The true focus of the evening’s festivities, though, was to honor and announce the winners of the 2012 Miami Model & Music Awards are:
· Living Legend Award – Dionne Warwick
· Victoria Puig de Lange International Style Award – Nicolas Felizola, Venezuela/Miami
· International Rising Star Award – WALLA, Kingdom of Bahrain
· Excellence in Eveningwear Award – Ema Savahl Couture by Ema Koja, Albania/Miami
· Prêt-A-Porter Style Award – Petit Pois by Viviana G, Venezuela/Miami
· Designers Choice Award – Peter Cave by Pedro Cueva, Ecuador
· Celebrity Style Award – Rosario Vargas, Bolivia
· Excellence in Accessories Award – G. Destin Collection by Garry Destin, Miami
· Top Model of the Year – Alexandra Aguilera, Next Model Management

“It truly was an amazing year. We had 55 exciting designers from 25 countries, great sponsors, sold out shows and many wonderful celebrity guests,” says Beth Sobol, president of Sobol-Perry Fashion Productions Inc. and founder of the event. Joined in 2010 by business man and entrepreneur Aaron Perry as managing partner to build the brand to new heights, MBIFW is considered the fifth largest and one of the most important fashion events on the world’s fashion calendar.

For this edition, MBIFW 2012 announced their stellar list of returning and new sponsors. The lined-up included Stella Artois, joined by Tiffany & Co., Vanidades, Latina Magazine, KeraGreen, Centerplate, KMP Furniture, Barefoot Wine & Bubbly, SmartWater, Chantea, SX Liquors, Global Purchasing Group, Johnson & Wales University, Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A., Whole Foods Market, COSMIX – School of Makeup Artistry, Beauty Schools of America, Media Department II, Ecuador Love Life, City of Banja Luka, Banja Luka Fashion Fair, Gazdina Brandy and International Alliance of Specialty Fashion Retailers are the official sponsors for 2012 Miami Beach International Fashion Week with the support of the Miami Beach Visitors and Convention Authority and the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau. Official afterglow parties were hosted at STK Miami and the Mondrian South Beach Hotel.
For more information on Miami Beach International Fashion Week please visit www.miamifashionweek.com. Become a fan at www.facebook.com/MiamiInternationalFashionWeek or follow us on twitter at http://www.twitter.com/miamifashionwk .

Miami Beach International Fashion Week (MBIFW) is the longest standing fashion event in Miami, and has received worldwide recognition and fame for discovering and showcasing the best fashion from around the world. Featuring eminent designers, celebrities, and musicians from nearly every continent, Miami Beach International Fashion Week promises to once again set the stage as the gateway to the world’s most innovative talents. 2012 will mark an exciting addition to the glamorous affair when it welcomes Superstar Dionne Warwick. An idol in the music industry for over four decades, Mrs. Warwick will host a media seminar for students and designers in which she will discuss her life, her style, and advise how to succeed in your chosen passion.

Following a successful career as an international fashion model, Beth Sobol, visionary and founder of Sobol-Perry Fashion Productions, Inc. established Miami International Fashion Weekâ„¢ in 1999. With five Keys to the City of Miami Beach and Proclamations from the City of Miami, City of Miami Beach and State of Florida, Beth has also been honored with awards by many of her peers including the 50 Most Powerful People in Miami, Top 25 Influencers in Florida, Entrepreneur of the Year, International Women’s Day and Influential Business Women Awards. In 2010, she was joined by Aaron Perry, business man and entrepreneur as managing partner of the newly rebranded Sobol-Perry Fashion Productions, Inc. to focus on the development of strategic business partnerships and the global expansion of the Miami Beach International Fashion Week brand.

Buika The very best of Spain at the Fillmore Miami Beach 5/12/12

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Buika The very best of Spain at the Fillmore Miami Beach
Saturday, May 12th, 8 PM
Fillmore Miami Beach at the Jackie Gleason Theater
1700 Washington Ave
Miami Beach

Tickets $25 – $75 through Ticketmaster outlets or the Fillmore box office
Rhythm Foundation members, call the office at (305) 672-5202 for premium ticketing and no service fees.

TVE and Dish Latino present The Best of Spain Buika
The Rhythm Foundation welcomes you to the best of Spain with two spectacular concerts at the intimate Fillmore Miami Beach at the Jackie Gleason Theater.

Buika, the unforgettable AfroSpanish gypsy, jumps from the screen in Almodovar’s 2011 hit film The Skin I Live In, to a live concert with her ensemble. Her latest work continues to explore the sublime fusion between flamenco, rumba, jazz and soul – with a dose of classic jazz stylings and the American songbook.

These two unforgettable nights of music are presented with support from TVE and Dish Latino. Season support is received from the City of Miami Beach Cultural Arts Council, Miami Dade Department of Cultural Affairs and Miami Magazine.

Paco de Lucia The very best of Spain at the Fillmore Miami Beach 4/5/12

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Paco de Lucia The very best of Spain at the Fillmore Miami Beach
Thursday, April 5th, 8 PM
FIllmore Miami Beach at the Jackie Gleason Theater
1700 Washington Ave
Miami Beach

Tickets $25 – $100 through Ticketmaster outlets or the Fillmore box office
Rhythm Foundation members, call the office at (305) 672-5202 for premium ticketing and no service fees.

TVE and Dish Latino present The Best of Spain Paco de Lucia
The Rhythm Foundation welcomes you to the best of Spain with two spectacular concerts at the intimate Fillmore Miami Beach at the Jackie Gleason Theater.

Flamenco guitar icon, the legendary virtuoso Paco de Lucia is returning to the US for a rare tour of select cities, starting with Miami Beach. He brings his ensemble of Spain’s finest musicians and dancers. Paco’s newest CD and DVD features a triumphant live recording in Spain last year.

These two unforgettable nights of music are presented with support from TVE and Dish Latino. Season support is received from the City of Miami Beach Cultural Arts Council, Miami Dade Department of Cultural Affairs and Miami Magazine.

Full Moon Party at the Shelborne Hotel in South Beach 4/6/12

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Full Moon Party at the Shelborne Hotel in South Beach
April 6th
Shelborne Hotel
1801 Collins Ave,
Miami Beach, FL, 33139
Buy Tickets Online

$35 for Admission for One to the Full Moon Party
Including Unlimited SXLiquors Specialty Drinks: Moonritas, Sexy-jito’s & Sexy-rinha’s!

Full Moon Party on April 6th at Shelborne Hotel South Beach
Get Unlimited SXLiquors Drinks: Moonritas, Sexy-jito’s & Sexy-rinha’s!
$10 Validation for Valet
Complimentary Chips and Fresh Salsa
$7 Lite Bites and Discounted Drink Menus Available

The Full Moon Party will take place at Lucy’s Cantina Royale (the lush and tropical beach front taqueria at the Shelborne Hotel) and last from 8PM to 12AM on April 6th. Once you’ve redeemed your Coup at the party’s entrance, you’ll then receive a special bracelet for access to the event (along with an endless amount of yummy cocktails, might I add)!

You girls can soak up the ambiance and listen to the smooth sounds of the Calypso Band while sipping unlimited SX Liquors Drinks! They will be offering UNLIMITED Moonrita’s, Sexy-jito’s and Sexy-rinha’s for the entire event, and not only that, but chips and fresh salsa will be available at the bar, and, should you need a little more variety in your sustenance, there will also be a $7 Lite Bites menu to order from as well as a discounted drink menu! And that’s not all – My girls also get $10 in parking validation credit!

Shelborne Hotel South Beach is home to one of two Lucy’s Cantina Royales in the nation (the other is located in New York). They’re known around town for hosting amazing pool parties, as well as the Winter Music Conference and Ultra Music Festival. For the Full Moon Party, the beach front setting of Lucy’s provides the perfect unobstructed view of the evening’s main feature!

2012 Miami Dance Festival Family Day 5/13/12

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2012 Miami Dance Festival Family Day
May 13 at 4PM
Miami Beach Botanical Garden
2000 Convention Center Drive
Miami Beach

Free admission to the Miami Dance Festival Family Day

For information call: 305-673-7256 or 305-858-7002 or see www.mbgarden.org.
Momentum Dance Company performs The Tiger and the Brahmin and presents Indian dance by students of Indian dance instructor Geeta Dias.

The Tiger and the Brahmin: This popular fable from India tells the story of a trusting Brahmin who finds his kindness to a Tiger betrayed when the Tiger wants to eat him! The Brahmin seeks help from the Elephant and the Water Buffalo, but the clever Jackal outwits the Tiger and saves the Brahmin. This production features authentic Bollywood dance as well as traditional mudras (hand gestures from Indian classical dance that tell the story) and beautiful colorful costumes from India.

The Miami Dance Festival is made possible with support from: The National Endowment for the Arts, The Florida Division of Cultural Affairs, the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Board of County Commissioners, the City of Coral Gables and the Coral Gables Cultural Arts Council, Citizens Interested in Arts and participating venues, artists and arts organizations.

Tickets for all ticketed events are available online at: www.momentumdance.com.
For Festival information call: 305-858-7002 or the event venue.

2012 Miami Dance Festival Florida Dance Theater 4/26/12

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2012 Miami Dance Festival Florida Dance Theater
April 26 at 6PM
Miami Beach Botanical Garden
2000 Convention Center Drive
Miami Beach

For information and reservations, call: 305-673-7256 or 305-858-7002. Online ticketing at : www.momentumdance.com. Tickets $20 General Admission/$10 Students & Seniors.

Program: Lakeland based Florida Dance Theater under the Artistic Direction of Carol Krajacic-Erkes has been a popular feature at the Miami Dance Festival since 2007. The company returns with a contemporary dance program that showcases its virtuoso dancers. Highlights of the performance include two new works by the company directors. The intimate setting at the Botanical Garden will bring the audience closer to the dancers and the choreography.

Tickets for all ticketed events are available online at: www.momentumdance.com.
For Festival information call: 305-858-7002 or the event venue.

2012 Miami Dance Festival Miami Dance Festival Film Night 4/18/12

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2012 Miami Dance Festival Miami Dance Festival Film Night
April 18 at 8PM
Miami Beach Cinematheque
Historic City Hall
1130 Washington Ave
1st Floor South
Miami Beach
$10 General Admission/$9 Miami Dance Festival and MBC Members

For information and ticketing contact: (305) 67-FILMS (673-4567) www.MBCinema.com

Paul Taylor: DANCEMAKER, a 1998 documentary by Matthew Diamond. Paul Taylor has been hailed as the world’s greatest living choreographer, having created a stunning body of dance work over the last forty years. When the curtain opens on the Paul Taylor Dance Company, audiences see a troupe of dancers soaring through the works of this formidable genius. However, behind the scenes lies a complex world of ambition, emotion, creation, and hard-nosed decisions. Dancemaker is a film that tells the tale of this extraordinary, peculiarly American company. Cutting from stage to backstage, the film looks at the rise of Taylor from solitary child to star dancer to master choreographer. The film travels with Taylor and Company from the rehearsal studio to an embassy-sponsored tour of India through a strike-threatened Broadway season. And finally, it gets to the core of Taylor’s talent, as he wrestles with the making of a new dance that is the centerpiece of his company’s season and of the film. Academy Award Nominee Best Documentary, Golden Spire Winner for Best Arts Documentary San Francisco Film Festival

Tickets for all ticketed events are available online at: www.momentumdance.com.
For Festival information call: 305-858-7002 or the event venue.

2012 Miami Dance Festival Momentum Spring Season 2012 4/7/12

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2012 Miami Dance Festival Momentum Spring Season 2012
April 7 at 2 PM and 8PM
Colony Theater
1040 Lincoln Road
Miami Beach
FREE

Box Office: 305-674-1040. For information call: 305-858-7002. Online reservations at: www.momentumdance.com. Free with advance reservations.*
*These performances are free, but you must reserve in advance via email. Send reservation request to: mdanceco@bellsouth.net. You must pick up your reservation no later than 15 minutes prior to showtime. Tickets not picked up will then be released to audience members waiting at the door.

Program: Momentum will perform Gravity, a new contemporary work by Katie Sopoci, Delma Iles’ lively and humorous Pots and Pans set to traditional Bluegrass music as well as her dramatic Brecht Suite, the mysterious and virtuosic solo Surface of the Moon, Doris Humphrey’s historic 1928 work Water Study, and a World Premiere of a new work by Artistic Director Delma Iles.

Tickets for all ticketed events are available online at: www.momentumdance.com.
For Festival information call: 305-858-7002 or the event venue.

Miami Dance Festival Kick Off Free Environmental Dance Concert 4/1/12

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Free Environmental Dance Concert
The 2012 Miami Dance Festival Kicks off
Sunday, April 1 at 5pm
Miami Beach Botanical Garden
2000 Convention Center Drive
Miami Beach, FL

Miami Dance Festival Opening Event

Free and open to the public

Momentum Dance Company performs an outdoor program inspired by the garden setting and its art installations including several ‘Giant’ inflatable sculptures by Irreversible Art Projects and the Poet Tree, an installation of poems by Emily Dickinson who is being celebrated in the Big Read from mid-March to mid-April. For information about Miami Dance Festival, see www.momentumdance.com or call 305-858-7002.

Bass Museum Will Present Exhibition By Artist Charles LeDray 4/27/12 – 8/12/12

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Bass Museum Will Present Exhibition By Artist Charles LeDray
April 27, 2012 through August 12, 2012
Bass Museum of Art
2100 Collins Ave
Miami Beach, FL 33139

This April, Bass Museum of Art will present an exhibition of four works by New York based artist Charles LeDray – the first presentation of the artist’s work in Miami Beach to date. The highly anticipated exhibition, curated by Adjunct Curator Steven Homes, will open to the public on Friday, April 27, 2012 following a private preview. “Charles LeDray” will be on view through August 12, 2012 and will include four distinct pieces from LeDray, including his major work, “Mens Suits.”

While “workworkworkworkwork” included more than 50 works of art spanning the artist’s career, “Charles LeDray” will concentrate on four pieces, including “Mens Suits,” which the artist meticulously labored over for three years. The clothes include miniaturized jackets, shirts and polo tops…even trousers, ties, bow ties, gloves and hangers. The result is a focused exhibition allowing boundless physical and imaginative space to four distinctly selected works. In contrast to a survey that seeks to explore the full range of an artist’s concerns or approaches, “Charles LeDray” will contemplate the artist’s work in a specific place at a specific time. This exhibition is focused on creating a unique dialogue between four individual, powerful works.

LeDray has often been described as the best kept secret of the contemporary art world, laboring for years before completing a sculpture. He does not often discuss the meaning of his work, leaving pieces open to interpretation. LeDray is best known for his miniature but proportioned sculptures of everyday objects. His work is poetry of material, scale and cultural resonance, rich with history and emotion. Renowned for exquisite objects crafted in a range of materials from fabric to human bone, LeDray’s work touches on loss, pathos, and absence.

Charles LeDray is an American sculptor born in Seattle in 1960, who now lives and works in New York. Primarily self-taught, he began his career as a security guard at the Seattle Art Museum. LeDray went on to work as an art handler for a private gallery, where his first piece of work was selected for inclusion in a group show just hours before the opening. Recent solo exhibitions include Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen in Rotterdam, Galerie Schmela in Düsseldorf, Institute of Contemporary Art in Philadelphia, Yerba Buena Center for the Arts in San Francisco and Seattle Art Museum.

Located in Miami Beach, the Bass Museum of Art offers a dynamic year-round calendar of exhibitions exploring the connections between contemporary art and works of art from its permanent collection of Renaissance and Baroque paintings, sculpture, textiles, Apulian Vessel Gallery and Egyptian Gallery. Artists’ projects, educational programs, lectures, concerts and free family days complement the works on view. Founded in 1963 when the City of Miami Beach accepted a collection of Renaissance and Baroque works of art from collectors John and Johanna Bass, the collection was housed in an Art Deco building designed in 1930 by Russell Pancoast. Architect Arata Isozaki designed an addition to the museum between 1998 and 2001 that doubled its size from 15,000 to 35,000 square feet. Most recently, the museum selected internationally acclaimed Oppenheim Architecture + Design to lead its first phase of design and renovation tied to the 2010 completion of Miami Beach’s Collins Park. Oppenheim redesigned and relocated the museum’s arrival area to flow from and into the new park on Collins Avenue. For more information, please visit www.bassmuseum.org.

The Bass Museum of Art is generously funded by the City of Miami Beach, Cultural Affairs Program, Cultural Arts Council; Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade County Mayor and Board of County Commissioners; John S. and James L. Knight Foundation; and sponsored in part by the State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs and the Florida Council on Arts and Culture and members of the Bass Museum of Art.

Celebrate The First Anniversary of Trio On The Bay 4/7/12

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Trio On The Bay Announces an Evening To Remember to Celebrate the First Anniversary
Saturday, April 7th from 10:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m.
Trio On The Bay
1601 79th Street Causeway
North Bay Village, FL
RSVP: gerry@tioonthebay.com

Trio on the Bay first opened its doors in April of 2011. For the past year, Trio on the Bay has received outstanding reviews from many publications and online sites, including The Miami Herald, Urban Spoon, Yelp, TripAdvisor and Open Table. In addition, they have been consistently named as one of Miami’s Best Outdoor Restaurants with stunning views. Furthermore, from its inception, Trio on the Bay has hosted many corporate events, weddings and social gatherings, which have generated lasting memories for the hosts and guests alike.

Most recently, Chef Brandon Whitestone, previously Chef de Cuisine at Chef Allen’s, joined their outstanding team as the Head Executive Chef. Chef Brandon has redesigned and introduced sumptuous dishes to the menu. Some of these dishes include: Florida Rock Shrimp Mac’n’Cheese, Blue Crab and Spinach Dip, Pan Roasted Corvina and Shrimp & Grits. Moreover, he added a spectacular Sunday Brunch, which has become a favorite in South Florida.

To celebrate their ongoing success and to thank their loyal diners for their continued support, Trio on the Bay invites you to celebrate this momentous occasion. Gerry Kelly, Miami’s Nightlife Guru and Trio on the Bay’s Marketing Director, has prepared an amazing evening, full of surprises. The interior and exterior of Trio will be transformed into a high energy and vibrant locale with sets provided by 3DX. Entertainment will be provided by Hot Jam Entertainment and will showcase a bevy of stage show and performances throughout the night, Choreographed by non-other than, renowned Entertainment Producer, Pamela Canellas,

This spectacular evening will begin with the first dinner seating at 5:00 p.m. Guests will have the opportunity to enjoy some of the classics that have made Trio on the Bay well-known, as well as taste the sumptuous, signature creations by executive Chef Brandon. The festivities will continue at 10:00 p.m. with red carpet entrances, an open, vodka bar, butler passed hors d’oeuvres and guests will dance until the early hours of the morning, as their very own resident DJ NYX, will provide the spinning sounds for the celebration.

Trio on the Bay is looking forward to celebrating this momentous occasion with you!

Trio on The Bay is Miami’s premier restaurant, where dinner, drinks and dancing merge. The locale includes a stylish indoor dining room and outdoor terrace space with breathtaking views of Biscayne Bay. With its state-of-the-art sound system and dining room capacity of over 200, Trio on the Bay provides an ideal setting for corporate events, private parties and weddings. Trio is South Florida’s most unique and talked about restaurant and venue. The finest in cuisine, cocktails and service: Welcome to Trio on The Bay. For dinner reservation, please call 305.866.1234 or visit us at http://www.trioonthebay.com

Maria Hamilton launches jewelry collection Evolution at the Miami Beach International Fashion Week 3/21-24/12

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“EVOLUTION” will be unveiled in front of the most important people in the fashion world.

“Miami Beach International Fashion Week ” has become the most important organization in Miami that spotlights the best fashion designers around the world; among them, the talented Venezuelan jewelry designer, Maria Hamilton.

Having achieved the highest award in 2011 as “Emerging Jewelry Designer of The Year” Hamilton returns to “Miami Beach International Fashion Week 2012” to launch her new collection “EVOLUTION” in front of the most important people in the fashion world .
“EVOLUTION” is an elegant collection that features fashion-forward designs in gold, leather and silver beautifully intricate with diamonds, sapphires, rubies and semi-precious stones. The collection found its inspiration in the new turn that Hamilton did in her style, materials and her love for nature.

Hamilton is a mother, wife and a talented entrepreneur who possesses a passion for fashion and has combined it with her expertise and innovative creativity through her jewelry designs, being invited for the second year to participate in the “2012 Boston Fashion Week”, for her extraordinary talent.

Maria Hamilton has also a philanthropic heart- -she is always willing to help those in need making donations of her pieces to charity events. Her dream is to create a foundation that helps children with cancer in the U.S., Latin America and Africa.
The official presentation of the Jewelry collection “EVOLUTION” by Maria Hamilton, will take place during the opening of “Miami Beach International Fashion Week 2012″ on March 21st at the Miami Beach Convention Center located at 1901 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach, from 6P.M. to 10:00 P.M. Her exhibition continues on March, 22, 23 and 24 from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

More information about “Miami Beach International Fashion Week”, please visit: www.miamifashionweek.com

HIGHBAR at Dream South Beach Announces Dim Mak Pool Party and 2012 WMC lineup 3/16-25/12

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Dream South Beach
IIII Collins Avenue
(corner of llth st)
Miami Beach, FL
305.964.8106

Friday, March 23
Moodswing Pool Party with DEV
An Evening with 4AM

Saturday, March 24
Dim Mak Pool Party
• Sidney Samson
• Rehab
• Joachim Garraud
• very secret guest
Brandsway Creative presents WMC EDM Showcase

Sunday, March 25
E-Rock The Beach Bottagra Brunch Sunset Sessions
Sundays —WMC Closing Party

Tony Chimento Presented by Bang and Olufsen Miami Beach 3/23/12

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Tony Chimento Presented by: Bang & Olufsen Miami Beach
Friday, March 23, 7:00pm until 11:00pm
Bang & Olufsen Miami Beach
1691 Michigan Avenue, Suite 110
Miami Beach, FL

The Gallery @ Bang & Olufsen Miami Beach is proud to have the American classically trained artist Tony Chimento be the latest featured artist at the gallery located in the heart of South Beach.

Tony Chimento has established himself as an artist that rebelled against the avant-garde movement and creating a niche for himself by the realization that … “my work is mostly about the exploration of beauty and the space we make for its contemplation. In a world where the ugly and violent seem increasingly more intense, the exploration of beauty and serenity, not as escape…but as antidote, certainly must be as valid a reason for making art as any other”.

Visit the official website for more informaiton
www.chimentostudio.com

Tony will be the featured artist in a series of talented masters to grace the walls of the Bang & Olufsen showroom after the grand opening showcase of old masters. The gallery will exhibit new artists every three months and will hold mini receptions for guests to introduce the them to the general public. Each will be accessible for your questions and the event provides a unique opportunity to get to know an artist of great quality up close and personal.

The Bang & Olufsen family is delighted to welcome you and your guests Friday, March 9th, to it’s showroom once again for another great night of art and culture. Light refreshments and hors d’oeuvres as only Bang & Olufsen can deliver will be served.

Chalk Presents Miami Music Week 2012 Lineup 3/20-25/12

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Chalk Presents Miami Music Week 2012 Lineup
Tuesday, March 20 through Sunday, March 25, 2012. 7 p.m. – 5 a.m.
Chalk Ping Pong and Billiards Lounge
1234 Washington Ave.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
305.532.8662
www.chalkmiami.com

Chalk Ping Pong and Billiards Lounge, along with SuperMarket Creative and Nightdrive Miami, is proud to present its lineup of musical talent for Miami Music Week 2012. A slew of renowned and emerging DJs will take the helm at Chalk, the ultimate adult playground, to showcase the venue’s state-of-the-art audio and new music platform during the weeklong celebration of electronic and alternative music. As a special treat for loyal patrons, Chalk will stage contests for ticket giveaways for each night via Facebook and Twitter, with winners announced the week of March 19.

Tuesday, March 20
Hip-hop revolutionary Tony Touch, along with mixmasters Voodoo Ray, Fred Coolout & Danny Castro, host a Miami edition of Toca Tuesdays, NYC’s No. 1 running, true school, weekly hip hop party of four years. Guests will enjoy a mix of vintage hip-hop, funk, soul, reggae, classics & more, in addition to beats by world-renowned “club king,” Mr. Mauricio, and the high-energy vibes of Big Ben & more.

Wednesday, March 21
Nightdrive Miami celebrates its three-year anniversary with an ensemble cast of
cutting-edge talent, including alternative disco sounds from Kim Ann Foxman of
Hercules and Love Affair, a live stylish synthy beat set by Wolf + Lamb’s Pillowtalk and also Tiger & Woods of Editainment, followed by DJ sets from the Maxxi Soundsystem trio Kojak, Nurvous and NeedWant, known for the club hit “Criticize,” as well as Danny Daze of Hot Creations/Crosstown Rebels. Additional beats by South Florida natives DJ Laura of Miami, Patrick Walsh.

Tickets available at www.wantickets.com/nightdrive

Thursday, March 22
Jellybean Soul & Aint Nuthin But A House Party presents Feel the Spirit with eclectic house music by an all-star New York DJ lineup featuring Fun House resident and Dance Music Hall of Famer, Jellybean Benitez, along with turntable wizard and underground house DJ Jihad Muhammad, & Ray Vazquez of Just Us World-wide Productions.

Friday, March 23
Modular Records presents an Australian lineup including Sydney-based Australian dance music duo Sneaky Sound System, a.k.a Miss Connie Mitchell & Black Angus McDonald), “We No Speak Americano” masterminds Yolanda Be Cool, The Gang Bang’s own Gus da Hoodrat, Beni, the notorious Ministry of Sound’s party-rocker Dangerous Dan, & Cougarskin.

RSVP required RSVP@chalkmiami.com

Saturday, March 24
North and south collide as Chalk presents Snowbirds N’ Flamingos, including sounds by remix master Eli Escobar (NYC), Nancy Whang (NYC )of LCD Soundsystem & DFA Records, Vita & Hannah Rad (NYC), & Team Rojas (MIA).

RSVP required RSVP@chalkmiami.com

Sunday, March 25
Edison Farrow presents the 7th annual Just Circuit Awards Gala – in conjunction with the 27th annual Winter Music Conference – with performances by Amuka, Barbara Tucker, Peper Mashay, Jason Walker, Kellsey B, & Pak and Shyra. Additional musical direction provided by DJ Craig Gaibler, bringing diverse sets that range from funky house to deep late-night sounds, Lookout & Harlot resident DJ Grind, tribal and progressive sounds by Chris Pappas, Justin Ryan, & Fierce Tease high-energy mixes & jaw-dropping mash-ups.

For more information and VIP room reservations, contact info@chalkmiami.com.

Slow Food Miami 2012 Snail Of Approval Winners and Awards Party 3/23/12

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Slow Food Miami 2012 Snail Of Approval Winners and Awards Party
March 23rd at 7:00 p.m.
Miami Beach Botanical Garden
2000 Convention Center Drive
Miami Beach.

Tickets are $150 per person plus processing fees and are available at www.brownpapertickets.com/event/229228

Slow Food Miami unveils their inaugural Snail of Approval program and Awards Party honoring an exclusive group of chefs, artisans and purveyors who are being recognized for their commitment to quality, authenticity and sustainability in the food and drink we enjoy in Miami.

The Snail of Approval program is designed to guide Miami locals and visitors to food that is good, clean and fair, all of which are qualities at the root of the Slow Food movement. This group of chefs and purveyors is being honored for sourcing food that is of high quality, local in origin and sustainable to the environment. In this inaugural year of the Snail of Approval program winners were nominated by local farmers. Future nominations will be open to the public.

Michael Schwartz, James Beach Award-winning chef and first Slow Food Miami Snail of Approval Winner, will be the evening’s ambassador. Snail of Approval winning chefs and producers will serve tastes of their farm-to-table cuisine and there will be three celebrity judges awarding best Farm-to-Table Bite of the Night. They include: Lee Brian Schrager (Creator of SoBe Wine & Food Festival), Bruce Seidel (CEO You Tube Food Channel and Previously Food Network Executive Producer of Iron Chef America) and Chef Art Smith (Oprah’s personal chef for 10 years, Lady Gaga Family restaurant partner, Bravo Top Chef Masters Finalist) and Victoria Pesce Elliott (Ocean Drive Magazine & Miami Herald).

The evening will also feature Wine Tastings by the Miami Culinary Food & Wine Experience and Seasonal Cocktails by Snail of Approval Farm to Bottle winner, Grey Goose® Vodka.
Following is a list of the 2012 Snail of Approval honorees:
* Red Light Little River, Kris Wessel
* 1500°, Paula de Silva
* Sustain restaurant + bar, Alex Piñero
* Green Table, Monica Rios
* Area 31 Restaurant & Bar, Michael Reidt
* Essensia, Julie Frans
* Altamare, Simon Stojanovic
* Lido Restaurant at the Standard Hotel, Mark Zeitouni
* Escopazzo, Giancarla Bodoni
* Sra. Martinez, Michelle Bernstein
* Michy’s, Michelle Bernstein
* Creative Tastes Catering, Frank Randazzo and Andrea Curto-Randazzo
* The River Seafood & Oyster Bar, David Bracha
* Ocean Reef Club, Philippe Paul Reynaud
* Sakaya Kitchen, Richard Hales
* Real Sorbet
* Gaby’s Sorbet
* Grey Goose® Vodka

Slow Food Miami is the local chapter of Slow Food USA and the International Slow Food Association. Slow Food Miami embraces local growers and artisan food makers who use sustainable methods, pay fair wages and respect our environment. The Miami Chapter of Slow Food celebrates our South Florida local tropical fruits and seafood and focuses on promoting healthy childhood eating habits by installing edible gardens in local schools and communities. In Fall 2011, Slow Food Miami built more than 90 gardens in Miami-Dade County. For more information go to www.slowfoodmiami.org.

Ministry Of Sound Miami 2012 at Raleigh Hotel 3/23/12

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Ministry Of Sound Miami 2012
Friday March 23rd – Raleigh Hotel – 11am-11pm
Raleigh Hotel
1775 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach FL
33139

Click Here To Purchase Tickets
VIP Reservations vip@no-sugaradded.com

Lineup
Special guest Funkagenda
David Tort / DJ Sneak / EDX / Moguai / Riva Starr
Quintino / Sandro Silva / Sebastien Drums / Swanky Tunes
Opening Sets by: Justin Sheppard / Alex Butler

Music Loves Fashion Miami Music Week
– Rain or Shine | No Refunds –

Presented By: Belvedere – Moet & Chandon
No Sugar Added – RX Ventures – Unknown World – Man Machine

Bamboo Miami Beach Preview During WMC 3/22-23/12

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Bamboo Miami Beach Preview During WMC
Thursday, March 22nd – Friday, March 23rd
Bamboo
550 Washington Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33139

All events open to public and entrance is based on doormen discretion
For table reservations at Bamboo, call 305.695.4771 or email info@bamboomiamibeach.com

High-energy Entertainment Venue Announces A Two-night Venue Preview

Bamboo Group presents the ultimate 2012 Miami Music Week line-up with lavish, high energy entertainment entwined with the extravagance of electrifying music, tantalizing burlesque and European cabaret-style performances, along with all-star talent and DJ sets. Bamboo’s novel approach to interactive entertaining includes a hydraulic stage with an elevated, custom-built LED stage – the largest installation in Miami Beach – along with the world’s top-rated L’Acoustics sound system.

Thursday, March 22nd
Get Right Records, Moodswing and Ultra 2012 with music by The Partysquad, Alvaro, Codes, Gianni Marino, Benzi, Solidisco, Estrella and Bailey Smalls with Mad Decent’s secret guest Original Don. Doors open at 10PM.
Buy Tickets Online

Friday, March 23rd
Artist Rotation Presents: the DJ Irie & Timabaland Experience. Dynamic DJ and producer duo sets the stage for an ultimate experience as they host, perform and captivate the audience with their infinite energy. Doors open at 10PM.

Bamboo is located at 550 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33139 and open on Fridays and Saturdays from 9:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. Bamboo Miami is available for private events.

Timbaland and DJ Irie MMW at Bamboo Miami Beach 3/23/12

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Timbaland and DJ Irie MMW at Bamboo Miami Beach
Friday, March 23, 11:00pm until 5:00am
Bamboo Miami Beach
550 Washington Ave
Miami Beach, FL 33139-6604

The incomparable Timbaland makes his Miami Music Week Debut..DJ Irie Experience backs him up in the DJ Booth.
You’ve waited long enough. BAMBOO is ready for you. #BreakYaNeck

Dress Code Strictly Enforced.
For Bottle Service and Guestlist please email: info@bamboomiamibeach.com
Doors open at 11pm.

Ocean Drive Sessions 3/22/12

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Ocean Drive Sessions
Thursday, March 22, 2012 at 10:00 PM – 5:00 AM
Ocean’s Ten
960 Ocean Drive
Miami Beach, FL 33139
Limited Presales Read More

Collective gathering of minds from NYC, Chicago, Switzerland, DC, Philly & Miami.

Presented by: Media Services NYC, Slagg Records, Almost Heaven, Maurice Joshua Digital, Electrafrique, Ocean Drive Sessions, Ocean’s Ten.

Oscar P
Maurice Joshua (Birthday Boy)
Gene Douglas
DJ ManicNYC
Cortega (Electrafrique)
Glenn Thornton
DJ Jesus Roa

Rosa Naday Garmendia presentation 3/22/12

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Rosa Naday Garmendia presentation
Thursday, March 22, 2012, 7:30-9:30 PM
ArtCenter/South Florida, Richard Shack Gallery
800 Lincoln Road
Miami Beach, FL 33139

INTER-NOS, X Mural Painting International Biennale
Slide presentation and discussion by Rosa Naday Garmendia
for Art Center Artists
Facebook Page

Fellow Art Center artists please Join us for a PowerPoint presentation and discussion by artist Rosa Naday Garmendia of her recent participation in the X Mural Painting International Biennale, INTER-NOS in Santiago de Cuba.
On this occasion, these latest masterpieces join the 104 such works scattered throughout Santiago de Cuba, making of the city “an open gallery” in the eyes of its inhabitants and visitors.

The event started with exhibitions, theoretical workshops, videos and concerts. Besides the 17 Cuban artists participating there were15 artists from as far as Europe, Latin America and the Caribbean, Germany, Argentina, Austria, Canada, Colombia, Denmark, the United States, France, Mexico, and Ecuador. Each year the participating artist vote on the theme, this year it was The Environment and Young Generations. Most of the 6 large murals were located in parks through out the city but also included an elementary school and a hospital fulfilling the event’s goals of bringing culture closer to communities.

“For me, as an artist, the INTER-NOS experience has the great merit of having contributed to the reevaluation of the public spaces of the city, and therefore, the approach of the visual arts relating to the average person outside the frame work of the galleries and museums.” Rosa Naday

New Music Miami Festival 3/22/12

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New Music Miami Festival
Thursday, March 22 / 7:30PM
Miami Beach Botanical Garden
2000 Convention Center Drive
Miami Beach , Fl 33139

A concert with new music for clarinet and tarogato features guest performer Esther Lamneck of New York. Presented by Florida International University as part of the New Miami Music Festival, the concert is free and open to the public and also features the Laptop Ensemble FLEA. Winner of the prestigious Pro Musicis Award, Lamneck has appeared as a soloist with major orchestras, with conductors such as Pierre Boulez, and with renowned chamber music and improvised music artists throughout the world. For information, see www.newmusicmiami.org.

Tigertail Poetry Slam 3/21/12

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Tigertail Poetry Slam
Wednesday, March 21 / 6 to 9PM
Miami Beach Botanical Garden
2000 Convention Center Drive
Miami Beach , Fl 33139

Tigertail presents an Open Mic and Poetry Slam for participants 21 and under to arouse, provoke and inspire with spoken word, poetry, and gay-friendly material. Free and open to all teens. For information: www.tigertail.org

Art of Night: The DJ Series at the Shelborne South Beach Resort opening night party 3/22/12

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Art of Night: The DJ Series opening night party
Thursday, March 22, 2012 at 9 pm
The Shelborne South Beach Resort
1801 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, Florida.

with DJ Ruckus and DJ Jessica Who (as well as not to be announced special guest DJs).

At the exhibition, collectors will have the opportunity to purchase any of the twenty-five prints in this exhibit featuring the works of the visionary nightlife photographer, Seth Browarnik, beginning Thursday, March 22, 2012.

Following the success of his first Art of Night exhibit during the tenth annual Art Basel Miami Beach, Hennessy Black is presenting the Art of Night: The DJ Series, paying tribute to nightlife’s key players – the DJs. Browarnik, who has been capturing DJs since the inception of his career, will pay tribute to those he has photographed and befriended since electronic music began making its mark on nightlife.
DJs Frankie Knuckles, Danny Tenaglia, Sasha and Digweed, Deadmau5 and Aoki, are just some of the industry icons that will be featured. The collection invites viewers “inside the DJ booth,” providing a glimpse into each artist’s signature characteristics and energy. The photos expose moments of debauchery, backstage preparation, celebrity encounters and more, telling a story that drives an undeniable adoration for each DJ.

Browarnik has also partnered with Gen Art and electrostub.com to donate a portion of the proceeds of the exhibit to help market and launch the career of Felix Cartal, an emerging DJ releasing his new album, Different Faces, out March 27th. As day turns into evening, each night of the exhibit, the Hennessy Black Gallery will transform into an exclusive VIP lounge for approximately 250 guests, including Browarnik’s celebrity companions and some of the DJs featured.

The VIP lounge for Art of Night: The DJ Series is open on Friday night, March 23, 2012 at 9 PM where DJs Ross One and DJ Rick Rude will be spinning (as well as not to be announced special guest DJs).
The exhibition will be open each day from 10:00 AM until 6:00 PM for private tours.

For more information on Art of Night: the DJ Series, for a private tour, or to purchase works from the exhibition, please contact:
Rachel K. Ward
Phone Number: 561.900.5420
E-Mail Address: artofnight@gmail.com

Seth Browarnik, 32, is the founder of Red Eye Productions and online outlet WorldRedEye.com, the predominant celebrity/social photo agency in South Florida. Browarnik started his career in 1999 working for the newly launched OceanDrive.com, the online version of South Florida’s premiere glossy, lifestyle magazine Ocean Drive, where his first assignment was covering the then nightclub of-the-moment, Liquid. After an evening shooting Puff Daddy, Cher, Dennis Rodman, and a coterie of bold-faced names, he was hooked and found his niche becoming known as “the celebrity lensman of South Beach.” Seth soon made a career of showing the world the intimate scenes behind the velvet ropes and in VIP rooms at the most exclusive parties. Celebrities and socialites, athletes and entertainers, musicians and models all booked Seth to shoot their events and capture the energy of the room.

Axwell and Friends Closing Party 3/25/12

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Axwell and Friends Closing Party
Sunday: March 25th:
Surfcomber
1717 Collins Ave
GA Tix for this event are Sold Out.
For VIP Tables and Cabana Info Email vip@alwaysgobig.com

A Go Big Production
Axtone Presents the Surfcomber with Axwell and Friends
Featuring Artists: Axwell
Thomas Gold
Arty
Funkagenda
Michael Calfan
No_Id
Special Guest:
Calvin Harris

Future Trends Panel at WMC Beachplex 3/24/12

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Future Trends Panel at WMC Beachplex
Sat: March 24th, 1:00 PM
21st Street & Collins Ave
Miami Beach, FL

Trends: What’s the Future?
Room A
Moderator: Lainie Copicotto, Aurelia Group

Featured Panelists:
Danny United – Founder, Media Contender / Top Shelf
Ryan Saltzman – Agent, The Bullitt Agency
Zev Norotsky – Publisher, Elektro Magazine
Zee Zandi – Marketing Director, XS & Encore Las Vegas
Katie Morse – Editor, Billboard.com
Mike French – CTO, ElectroStub.com
Adam Stewart – MTV News
Charlie Amter – Warner Chappell

Access for WMC Badgeholders Only please go to http://www.wmcon.com for more info

All Gone Pete Tong 3/23/12

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All Gone Pete Tong
Friday: March 23rd:
Surfcomber
1717 Collins Ave
A Go Big Production
Featuring:
Pete Tong * Calvin Harris * DJ Chuckie * Fareoh * Feed Me * Guy Gerber * Joris Voorn * Madeon * Nic Fanciulli * R3hab * Seth Troxler
For VIP Tables and Cabana Info Email vip@alwaysgobig.com

Welcome To Miami 5th Anniversary at Nikki Beach 3/21/12

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Welcome To Miami 5th Anniversary
Weds: March 21st, Starting at 12 Noon Till 5 am
Nikki Beach
1 Ocean Drive
Buy Tickets Online
To See the Full Line Up check out www.W2Mparty.com

Armand Pena and We Are Miami Productions are proud to announce the 5th Anniversary of WELCOME TO MIAMI – The Annual Beach Festival during Winter Music Conference and Miami Music Week on Wednesday March 21st, 2012 from Noon to 5am. One of the most anticipated events every year Welcome to Miami will be 17 hours of some of the world best DJs and upcoming talent in the EDM scene. WELCOME to MIAMI has become a staple in the March Madness of Miami. An open-air event on beach and two bass thumping dancefloors of world famous Nikki Beach. With over 17 hours of music sounds should cure any signs of jetlag. Welcome to Miami!

Sander Kleinenberg • Edx • La Riots • Umek • Felix Cartal • Alex Kenji • Nadia Ali (LIVE Performance) • Starkillers • Stefano Noferini • Sultan & Ned Sheppard • Manuel De La Mare • Treasure Fingers • Tom Novy • Paul Harris • Armand Pena • Serge Devant • Miss Nine • Paolo Mojo • Plastik Funk • Markus Binapfl • Richard Dinsdale • Federico Scavo • Disfunktion • Paul Thomas • Mync • Antranig • Scaloni • Luigi Rocca • Dmitry Ko • Hanna Hansen • Fred Lilla • Amoroso

For Table Inquiries Please Email info@therhythmfreak.com

Networking Reception at W South Beach Hotel 4/5/12

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Networking Reception at W South Beach Hotel
At W South Beach
Apr 05, 2012, 6:00pm-8:30pm
2201 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach Florida
(305) 674.1414
RSVP Online

www.wsouthbeach.com

Chamber@miamibeach.org

Members: Free; Non-members: $10

Hosted by: W South Beach

On Thursday April 5th, 2012, the Miami Beach Latin Chamber of Commerce is delighted to invite you to our Business Networking Reception, to take place at W South Beach, located at 2201 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, from 6:00 to 8:30pm. Enjoy Vodka cocktails and delicious hors d’oeuvres. Members entrance is free, non-members is $10. (Cash only Please) – Please RSVP before April 2nd, 2012.

Nightdrive Miami’s 3 Year Anniversary 3/21/12

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Nightdrive Miami’s 3 Year Anniversary
Wednesday 3.21.12, 9PM Door
Chalk Ping Pong & Billiards Lounge
1234 Washington Ave
Miami Beach

21+
No Cover

Nightdrive Miami’s 3 Year Anniversary
Kim Ann Foxman (of Hercules and Love Affair)
DJ T. (Get Physical)
PillowTalk (Wolf+Lamb/Visionquest)
Maxxi Soundsystem (Kojak/Nurvous/NeedWant)
Danny Daze (Hot Creations/Crosstown Rebels)
with DJs
Laura of Miami | Patrick Walsh

kohˈlɑhːduh* The South Florida Student Film Festival 4/21/12

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kohˈlɑhːduh* The South Florida Student Film Festival
April 21, 2012, 3pm-6pm
Wolfosian-FIU
1001 Washington Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33139
www.kohlahduh.com

A nonprofit student film festival.

kohˈlɑhːduh* The South Florida Student Film Festival is a film competition/festival produced by FIU’s Spring 2012 digital media class.

The festival will take place at The Wolfsonian – FIU Museum on April 21, 2012 from 3:00-6:00pm. Our purpose for the festival is to encourage young filmmakers in their undergraduate career in the South Florida area to continue their art by allowing them the opportunity to compete for a awards as well as allow their film to be viewed by a panel of industry professionals and later to be featured on the official film festival website.
Entries will be used in the promotion of the festival including but not limited to, film festival screening, advertisements for the film festival and inclusion in the festival website www.kohlahduh.com

Submission guidelines are as follows:
Open to all undergraduate students in the South Florida area, regardless of experience or major.
Entries can be from 3 to 7 minutes in length.
Entries must be submitted on a DVD in an MPEG4, AVI or MOV format, at least 720p.
Each entry must be submitted along with the completed entry form.
Submitting their film and entry form does not guarantee that the student’s film
will be featured in the festival, although all of the films will be posted on the festival website,
www.kohlahduh.com
All films submitted will be reviewed by a panel of selected judges (to be announced) and will be awarded points on a scale from 1-10 by each judge. The films that receive the most points will be shown at the film festival; the number of films shown is dependent on amount of entries, film length, and how long the festival will run.

Deadline: All films and fees must be submitted no later than March 15, 2012.

Check list:
DVD (one per entry)
Verification of enrollment for 2012 Spring semester (class schedule)

Mail to: Florida International University
Department of Art + Art History
Attention: Hugo Moro
11200 SW 8 Street VH 216, Miami, Florida 33199

Meet the Artist 3/23/12

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Meet the Artist
Friday, March 23rd, 7:30pm – 10pm
Claridge Hotel Miami Beach
3500 Collins Avenue.
www.ClaridgeMiamiBeach.com

The Claridge Hotel, in support of the local art scene and young upcoming talent, is hosting a series of events each month for your cultural pleasure and opportunity to support the local art community.

Don’t miss this month’s “Meet the Artist” event at the Claridge Hotel Miami Beach.

This Friday, March 23rd 7:30pm – 10pm. Enjoy art, complimentary champagne on arrival, half-priced cash bar, passed hors d’oeuvres and great music. Free public parking across from hotel after 6pm.

The Claridge Hotel is also the lucky recipient of art from renowned artist Eleazar Delgado. Visit the Claridge Hotel to enjoy “The Claridge Collection”.
RSVP 786-342-7105.

SAVE THE DATE for April’s “Meet the Artist” event, set for Friday, April 20th.
Visit facebook page to stay abreast of future dates and times for this event.
http://www.facebook.com/claridgehotel

Silence of The DJ’s- WMC 2012 A Special invitation only Silent Disco 3/21/12

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Silence of The DJ’s- WMC 2012 A Special invitation only Silent Disco
Wednesday, March 21, 2012, 1:00pm until 9:00pm
SPF4 Deck at the Clevelander South Beach
1020 Ocean Drive
Miami Beach, FL 33139
www.livedjunderground.com

This special event features a selection of stars in the multi-genred Electronic Dance music scene and for some its a debut at a silent disco event. This is an invite only event due to the limited capacity however we will be giving away a pair of invitations open to all from the 1st March through the DJ’s we have hand picked for this event.

Silent Disco
Hanna Haïs (Atal Music, Defected, Deepnote)-1-2pm
Forrest Avery (OM, Serial Sickness, Guesthouse)-2-3pm
Darren Holland (Badeelox, Live DJ Underground)-3-4pm
Inland knights (Drop Music)=4-5pm
Juliet Star (Radio4by4.com, Live DJ Underground)5-6pm
Renegades Of Funk (Radio4by, Live DJ Underground)6-7pm
Heavygrinder (Liploxx, live dj underground) 7-8
Bailey (BBC Radio 1 / 1Xtra / Metalheadz) 8-9pm

So stay tuned to their shows and register at www.livedjunderground.com for more information

Invitation only event – Must register online

Miami Beach International Fashion Week Opening Night VIP After Party 3/21/12

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Miami Beach International Fashion Week Opening Night VIP After Party
March 21, 11:00pm
STK at the Perry South Beach Hotel
2377 Collins Avenue
South Beach
Guest List Only RSVP Required.
RSVP Here

Official after party and birthday celebration for Grammy Award winning music producer Damon Elliott and Lancôme Supermodel Dasha, hosted by music legden Dionne Warwick, live preformances by Justin Paul and B Smoove.

Avicii Ice Cream Truck at The Clevelander 3/21-26/12

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Avicii Ice Cream Truck at The Clevelander
March 21-26, 12PM-8PM
Clevelander
1020 Ocean Drive
Miami, FL 33139
www.clevelander.com

MUSIC WEEK at the Clevelander just got sweeter.. literally! From March 21-26, the Swedish house music legend Avicii will be passing out free ice cream and “I Love Avicii” buttons from their signature Ice Cream truck that will be parked in front of the Clevelander.

It’s the perfect way to cool down after dancing to our week long list of legendary DJ’s. For a full list, check out our Facebook and Twitter pages!

We have exciting live entertainment 7 days a week, 365 days a year. If you want to learn more about the events going around property, contact (786) 276-5325 or e-mail events@clevelander.com.

Miami Beach Gay Pride Out-Standing Line-Up of Performers 4/15/12

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Miami Beach Gay Pride “Out”-Standing Line-Up of Performers
Sunday, April 15 from Noon to 7 p.m.
Lummus Park
Ocean Drive between 10th and 14th Streets
Miami Beach, FL 33139
miamibeachgaypride.com

Grand Marshal Chaz Bono!

Can you say “divas?” Miami Beach Gay Pride will be diva-licious this year when an extraordinary line-up of musical guests take to the stage during the Miami Beach Gay Pride Festival, which takes place immediately following the colorful parade. Scheduled performers include Kristine W, Wynter Gordon, Jessica Sutta from the Pussy Cat Dolls, JoJo, Frenchie Davis and Inaya Day. Miami Beach Gay Pride takes place Sunday, April 15, from noon to 7 p.m., along Ocean Drive, and is presented by Stolichnaya® Premium vodka.

“This year’s line-up of entertainers certainly has something for everyone,” said Babak Movahedi, president of the Pride Board of Directors. “From dance to pop and from Broadway to gospel, the Miami Beach Gay Pride Festival will be a musical sensation.”

With the release of her latest album, “Straight Up with a Twist,” international dance club icon Kristine W found news ways to share “The Power of Music” with her fans — through contemporary jazz. Her venture into this new jazz genre expands upon the incredible success she has enjoyed since the ‘90s in the dance world. She currently holds the world’s record for most consecutive #1 Billboard Club Hits with nine; Madonna and Janet Jackson each had seven in a row.

Following a successful career as an international singer/songwriter, working with such artists as Mary J. Blige, Estelle and Jennifer Lopez, Wynter Gordon released her debut album, “With the Music I Die,” last summer. The first single from the album, “Dirty Talk,” topped the U.S. Dance Chart and was certified three-time Platinum. Her second single off the album, “Til Death,” reached number three on the U.S. Dance Chart. In addition to her solo career, she has recorded songs with Flo Rida, Rhythm Masters, and Freemasons. In 2011, she was nominated for a NewNowNext “Brink of Fame Music Artist” Award and an International Dance Music “Best Break-through Solo Artist” Award.

Since bursting on the global pop scene with the Pussycat Dolls in 2003, Miami native Jessica Sutta has built a reputation as a fan favorite — the sexy glamour icon with a heart of gold. Her solo breakout, “Show Me,” exploded with shuffle-fueled energy, reaffirming Sutta as the soulful vocalist she’s always been. In addition to her career, she has also worked to support marriage equality, and counts her gay fans among her favorites.

For JoJo, the journey has always been filled with music. Her new album “Jumping Trains” explores the ever-shifting middle ground between strength and vulnerability while still maintaining a feel-good, uplifting vibe. She calls her music ‘pop with an anger-management problem,’ because of its edgy style. The singer, now 20, released her platinum, self-titled debut album at the age of 13, and its follow-up, the gold-certified “The High Road,” at age 15. Her hits include “Baby It’s You,” “Leave (Get Out),” and “Too Little Too Late.”

Frenchie Davis wowed audiences with her take on “I Kissed A Girl,” “Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It),” “Like A Prayer” and “When Love Takes Over” on the NBC hit show, “The Voice.” And this was after “American Idol” judge Simon Cowell predicted she could win the hugely popular reality show competition. But before TV fame, Davis’ chart-topping musical history includes several Billboard Dance Chart toppers, including “Give Me Tonight” and DJ/re-mixer Tony Moran’s “You Are.” She is in the process of selecting material for a new album, with plans to include a mix of Broadway, classic hits, dance and original material.

Inaya Day’s music fuels dance floors worldwide. Her fan favorites include, “Horny,” “Hold Your Head Up High,” “Nasty Girl,” and “Keep Pushin’.” In addition to house music, Day records and performs gospel, musical theater, jazz, R&B and hip-hop, collaborating with such icons as Queen Latifah, MC Lyte, Missy Elliot, Sean Puffy Combs, and Big Daddy Cane. She’s had numerous U.K., Aria, and Billboard top tens and recently collaborated with Quentin Harris on “Do The Right Thing” for his current album, “Sacrifice.”

All the Miami Beach Gay Pride headliners as well as a roster of international DJs – including Scotty Thomson — will perform on the Main Stage off Ocean Drive between 13th and 14th Streets in Lummus Park. Additional entertainment will feature Latin music on the Palace Stage at 12th and Ocean Court and local community acts on the Community Stage off 11th and Ocean Drive in Lummus Park.

Coming into its fourth year, Miami Beach Gay Pride has grown into the largest, single-day event of the entire year in Miami Beach. The hugely successful event in 2011 attracted more than 40,000 people from all walks of life, all parts of the country, and all age groups. Last year’s Miami Beach Gay Pride featured a parade with 66 entries and 1,200 participants. In addition to musical performances, the post-parade Festival features, 125 LGBT-friendly vendors and businesses, a food court, refreshments and a family-friendly play area.

The mission of Miami Beach Gay Pride is to bring together members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender community, their friends, allies, and supporters in celebration of the unique spirit and culture of the LGBT community by producing free, safe, quality mass-appeal events that are open to all, including the Parade, Festival and allied Miami Beach Pride sanctioned events. For more information as events and activities are confirmed, visit www.miamibeachgaypride.com.

Celebrate National Poetry Month At The Betsy South Beach April 2012

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Celebrate National Poetry Month At The Betsy South Beach April 2012
The Betsy South Beach
1440 Ocean Drive
Miami Beach
Telephone: 305-760-6902.

In April 2012, The Betsy South Beach, will debut its brand new Writer’s Room in honor of National Poetry Month, partnering with University of Wynwood to present a month of poetic engagement with Miami Dade County. The University of Wynwood, under the direction of local poet P. Scott Cunningham, has invited four emerging poets to be the first residents at the Writer’s Room in April. The poets—Melissa Broder, Reginald Dwayne Betts, Malachi Black, and Ariana Reines—represent a diverse cross-section of American poetry. Each poet will spend 5-8 days in the Writer’s Room, using the sanctuary to create and revise new work, and will present a public reading and engage with the Miami-Dade community.

Also in April, The Betsy commemorates the Hyam Plutzik Centennial, a year-long celebration of the late poet’s works. Plutzik was the father of Betsy Chairman Jonathan Plutzik and his legacy permeates the hotel, from nightly poems on pillows to poetry bookmarks. A slate of special events, residencies, activities and readings by poets ranging from students to former poet laureate Billy Collins will take place throughout the month as The Betsy engages guests with the power of words.

On Sunday, April 1 the month kicks off with a special event with honored guest Billy Collins, who comes to Miami thanks to support from Miami Dade County and the Knight Foundation. Collins has published eight collections of poetry and was the United States Poet Laureate from 2001 to 2003 and the New York State Poet Laureate from 2004 to 2006. Also that evening, A Wall of Words, The Betsy’s 2nd Broadsides exhibit will open in the hotel’s Underground Gallery, and the first poet takes residence in the Writer’s Room. Every Wednesday evening at 7 p.m., during the month of April 2012, the poets in residence will present a free public reading.

Resident schedule follows:

Melissa Broder: Sunday, April 1- Sunday, April 8 Reading on Wednesday, April 4.
Broder is the author of two collections of poems, When You Say One Thing but Mean Your Mother, and most recently MEAT HEART. Her poems appear or are forthcoming in publications including Guernica, Redivider, The Missouri Review online, Court Green, Drunken Boat, Barrelhouse, The Awl, et al. She edits La Petite Zine. By day she is a publicity manager at Penguin.

Reginald Dwayne Betts: Wednesday, April 11- Sunday, April 15 Reading on Wednesday, April 11. Betts is the author of the memoir, A Question of Freedom (Avery/Penguin 2009) and a collection of poetry, Shahid Reads His Own Palm (Alice James Books, 2010). The winner of a 2010 NAACP Image Award, Betts has been a fellow at Harvard University’s Radcliffe Institute of Advanced Studies. As a national spokesperson for the Campaign for Youth Justice, he writes and lectures about the impact of mass incarceration on American society and is currently completing The Circumference of a Prison, a work of nonfiction about the criminal justice system.

Malachi Black: Tuesday, April 17- Sunday, April 22 Reading on Wednesday, April 18.
Black’s work has recently appeared or is forthcoming in Poetry, Boston Review, Harvard Review, Blackbird, Gulf Coast, Columbia, Pleiades, and elsewhere. The recipient of a 2009 Ruth Lilly Fellowship, he has also received recent fellowships and awards from the Bread Loaf Writers’ Conference, the Fine Arts Work Center in Provincetown, The MacDowell Colony, the University of Texas at Austin’s Michener Center for Writers, and the University of Utah, where he is a Vice Presidential Fellow.

Ariana Reines: Monday, April 23 – Monday, April 30 Reading on Wednesday, April 25.
Reines is the author of three poetry collections, The Cow (Alberta Prize, FenceBooks: 2006), Coeur de Lion (Mal-O-Mar: 2007; FenceBooks: 2011), MERCURY (FenceBooks: 2011), and the play TELEPHONE, winner of two Obie awards. In 2009 she became the youngest ever Roberta C. Holloway Lecturer in Poetry at University of California Berkeley.

Other events scheduled throughout the month of April include a variety of interactive events including reading with the poets of Arts & Minds High School, Coconut Grove. Fittingly, the month will close as it opened, on Sunday, April 29, with an event featuring readings from nationally acclaimed poets — Ecco Press publisher/editor-in-chief and poet Daniel Halpern, MacArthur Genius Grant recipient and Knight Fellow Campbell McGrath, and University of Wynwood director P. Scott Cunningham. For updated information follow Betsy on Facebook and Twitter or check the website at www.thebetsyhotel.com.

Dune Restoration for Surfrider Miami 3/17/12

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Dune Restoration for Surfrider Miami
Saturday, March 17 from 9:45 am – 1 pm
South end of North Shore Open Space Park
79 St & Collins Ave
More Info

Go Green on St. Patrick’s Day on the beach
Please join Surfrider Miami for some old skool community volunteering at the beach. We will remove the final stretch of North Shore Open Space Park’s invasive plants.
look for Surfrider tent next to the dune

Surfrider provides all you need:
– permit & trained biologist instruction
– cold water/snacks
– gloves/tools/cutters
– great vibes & comraderie
– community service forms for students

NOTES: – Young kids must be accompanied by adult.
– Wear solid shoes – no sandals!
– Bring re-fillable water bottle
– Bring family/friends/neighbors
– Help us spread the word
More info on Surfrider’s restoration of Miami Beach’s dune system:

Cafe Prima Pasta Celebrates National Ravioli Day with free Pasta Pockets, Bellinis and Authentic Italian Liqueur 3/20/12

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Cafe Prima Pasta Celebrates National Ravioli Day with free Pasta Pockets, Bellinis and Authentic Italian Liqueur
Tuesday, March 20, 2012 (National Ravioli Day)
Café Prima Pasta
414 71st Street, Miami Beach, FL
305-867-0106
www.cafeprimapasta.com

A pinnacle in pasta history, Tuesday, March 20th is National Ravioli Day and Café Prima Pasta is celebrating with two dinner specials of perfectly puffed and stuffed pasta and free Fiocchi Rapera bites for every patron.

Upon arrival, guests will receive a complimentary Bellini made with fresh peach puree and authentic Italian champagne followed by an individual Fiocchi Rapera, a homemade pasta purse stuffed with tart pear and an array of gourmet cheeses tossed in a creamy truffle sauce with crispy prosciutto.

For dinner, patrons can choose from two nightly specials including Osso Bucco Ravioli ($45), lean veal shank slowly cooked in a red wine reduction, packed into a pocket of made-to-order pasta and sprinkled with delicate parmesan cheese or Lobster Ravioli ($38), heart-shaped, black and white pasta stuffed with fresh lobster and rich ricotta cheese.

A complimentary glass of limoncello, a zesty lemon Italian liqueur served chilled is the featured after dinner drink.

A combination of quality, price and authentic Italian flavor, Café Prima Pasta offers a wide range of delicious homemade pastas, meats, cheeses and fresh seafood served in a comfortable, yet refined atmosphere. Café Prima Pasta is located at 414 71st Street, Miami Beach, FL 33141, and is open Tuesday through Saturday for dinner from 5:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. For reservations for parties of six or more, please call 305.867.0106. For more information, visit http://www.primapasta.com.

WMC 2012 at Segafredo on Lincoln Road with Mercy’s No Hangover 3/17-26/12

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WMC 2012 at Segafredo on Lincoln Road with Mercy’s No Hangover
Saturday March 17, 2012 at 8pm through Monday March 26, 2012
Segafredo L’Originale
1040 Lincoln Road
Miami Beach, FL 33139

For more information please call 305-673-0047 or visit www.sze-oroginale.com

Free Segafredo L’Originale’s Winter Music Conference 2012

Segafredo On Lincoln Road Announces Winter Music Conference 2012 Line Up And Partnehsip With Mercy’s “No Hangover”

Segafredo on Lincoln Road, also referred to as L’Originale, has secured an impressive line-up of performers for the Winter Music Conference including local, national and international performers with resident DJ Aladdin at the helm. The deal sweetens with “No Hangover” featured drinks and “Angels” by official sponsor Mercy throughout the week.

Segafredo L’Originale has been a gathering spot for thousands of locals, tourists, music-lovers and unique characters since 2000. Its success is closely related to Luca Voltarel’s, co-owner ad manager, commitment to good music. For over the last 12 years he has ensured that the Segafredo L’Originale offers Free access to the Best music during the year’s most anticipated conference. 2012’s excursion through music will feature:

– Saturday March 17 – 8pm-2am: Natural Born Rhythms WMC Warm Up with Resident DJ Aladdin, Mario Romay and DJ Man-X.

– Tuesday March 20 – 1pm-2am: WMC Kick Off Opening Showcase Segafredo Allstars & Friends with Tag Team Sets! This is Segafredo’s official kick-off WMC 2012 party. International DJ’s showcase their skills as well as Segafredo’s own: Ray Vazquez, Tasha Guevara & Kamala Jefferson, Beppe, Hector Lopez, DJ Justice, Gaty Lopez and Spiritual Blessings followed by Segafredo Allstars tagteam DJ sets (Ruben & Josh, Paolo Albertoni & Aladdin, Soul P & Jose, Dave Sol & Johnny Fontana, Erhan Ozkaya & DJ Giullermo Simo).

– Wednesday March 21 – 1pm-8pm: Diversity Music & Ed Dunn of Jellybean Soul Present AfroRoots Influenced House Music. Diversity Music: Ed Dunn, Black Coffee & more TBA.

– Wednesday March 21 – 8pm-2am: Groove Parlor, Chicago’s Own Groove Parlor returns with legendary Chicago deep soulful house music with Mario Romay, Vic Lavender, DJ Man-X and Groove Assassin.

– Thursday March 22 – 2p-2am: United Music Records Presents ” United Journey”. The French & Abroad Invade Segafredo, a fantastic lineup on this event with live performances by Marissa Guzman, Kafele on live Trumphet! Appearances by Jose Marquez, MikeyTown, Bacanito, DJ Rork, Helen Ting, DJ Ala, MR V, Hallex M, Fuki Flex, Keith Evan, Abel Rogers, Jeff Cortez, Julius the Mad Thinker, PhIl Marwood & Kafele, Patrick Alain & Rick B and Marissa Guzman Live.

– Friday March 23 – 1pm-2am: It’s a Soul Thang | Sole Channel music | Musik 4 Tomorrow. The man himself, MR. V showcases Sole Channel & Friends with this superstar line up of global-wide DJ’s including Rocco, Vinny Da Vinci, Hanna Hais, Rated R, Tony Noodles, Fuki Flex & Bacanito, Aladdin, Keith Evan, B.Original, Luis Del Aguila, DJ-J-Me and Guerilla Science.

– Saturday March 24 – 1pm-7am: Lil Ray & REDnes Present: The Sexy Bitch Tour 2012. Another Chicago staple comes back to Segafredo to bring back an incredible handpicked explosive DJ lineup including Bruno, Duce Martinez, Jihad Muhammad, Brian Burnside, Lil Ray and Brian Coxx.

– Saturday March 24 – 7pm to 2am: Breakin It Down 9th Annual. This is Segafredo’s main event of the week highlights DJ Aladdin’s 9-year-long running residency as a permanent fixture at Segafredo. Aladdin invites colleagues from around the world to showcase and celebrate its 9th year at Winter Music Conference. Performers include Harley & Muscle, Dolls Combers, Mario Romay, Jason Wiggle, DJ Aladdin feta Sidea Live, Tommy Bones and Soul Xpress on vocals.

– Sunday March 25 – 1pm-5pm: Day Closing Party showcasing Paolo Albertoni and Lumin

– Sunday March 25 – 5pm to 2am: Do You Wanna Boogie? Segafredo Closing Party with Crazy P, DJ Spinna, Phil Asher, Jeremy Sole, Trus’Me, Lovebirds, Vincenzo, Simbad, Daz-i-Kue, Nathan G, Tony Touch and J-Boogie.

– Monday March 26 – One more Night Party with Surprise Special Guests

Living the Dream 2012 4/13/12

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Living the Dream 2012
Friday Apr 13, 2012 8:00 PM – 11:00pm
Palms Hotel & Spa
3025 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33140
United States
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Celebrating Six Years of Building a More Sustainable Future!

Come mingle amongst the who’s-who of sustainability and environmental finance at Dream in Green’s 6-Yr. Anniversary Fundraiser, ‘Living the Dream!’ The event is hosted by the eco-fabulous Palms Hotel & Spa, and provides 3-hours of complimentary natural hors d’oeuvres and cocktails, live music and the Annual Green Innovator Awards, recognizing South Florida’s green innovators.

Monies raised through the Annual Fundraiser are used to implement the Green Schools Challenge. This year, one-hundred and sixty-five schools are participating in the program which creates ‘green teams’ of teachers, school staff and students that set measurable reduction goals for decreasing energy, water and waste. The program focuses on behavior-only changes and provides students with real-world, hands-on learning experiences that foster sustainable behaviors at school, at home and within the community. Last year, 105 Green Schools Challenge schools saved the School District over $1.4 million in energy costs while conserving over 2.5 million kilowatt hours of electricity and reducing or offseting 5.6 million pounds of carbon dioxide.

Dream in Green is a community partner of the Miami-Dade County Public School District and Miami-Dade County’s Office of Sustainability. Dream in Green is funded by grants from Miami-Dade County and donations from Dream in Green’s corporate sponsors.

GUYandGIRL Boutique Hosts Spring Fashion Tweetup at Shelborne South Beach 3/15/12

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GUYandGIRL Boutique Hosts Spring Fashion Tweetup
Thurs, Mar 15 at 7 PM
Shelborne South Beach
1801 Collins Ave
Miami Beach, FL.
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RSVP: GUYandGIRL@taraink.com

Informal fashion presentation

styled by Miami’s fashion & beauty bloggers:
Annie Vazquez, Kelly Saks, Ria Michelle & Susset Cabrera

Raffles, bites & sake sangria by Bar Tanaka

Receive 15% off any purchase

Follow the event on Twitter (@ShopGUYandGIRL) to take part in the live Fan Favorite Raffle. RT your favorite look using hashtag: #GGtweetup for a chance to win the top look!

Wall Announces 1st Half of WMC DJ Ensemble 3/16-21/12

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Wall Announces 1st Half of WMC DJ Ensemble
Friday, March 16 – Sunday, March 25, 2012
11 p.m. – 4:30 a.m.
WALL Miami
2201 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33139
305.938.3130
www.wallmiami.com

*Tickets can be purchased at www.wanttickets.com or via the WALL iPhone application

**Guest list and table reservations only. To reserve a table email rsvp@wallmiami.com.

WALL Miami, in conjunction with partners Belvedere Vodka and Atrium boutique, is proud to announce its lineup of international DJs for the 27th annual Winter Music Conference. A multidimensional cast of renowned talent, including Bobby Burns, Pete Tong, Sidney Sampson, Quintino, Seth Troxler, Michael Brun, LA Riots, Jessica Who and many more will descend on the impenetrable boite inside W South Beach for a weeklong celebration of electronic and alternative music. Additionally, fashion brand Real Eyes Realize has partnered with Atrium boutique to design two limited-edition “Music Saved My Life”-inspired T-shirts that will be available for purchase throughout the week. Special performances for the weekend beginning March 22 to be announced soon.

Friday, March 16
Skam Artists presents Jessica Who, Joe Maz, Mr. Mauricio,
DJ Rocktakon & Nathan Scott

Saturday, March 17
We Are Darkstar presents musical direction by Matches (Toolroom & Noir),
Alexander Fog (Plastic City & Nervous), & Michael Deep (SK Supreme & System Rec.)

Sunday, March 18*
Cadenza Records presents German-born mix-master Roboot & classic house
sounds by Frankfurt’s own Robert Dietz

Monday, March 19*
Globe traveler and Release nightclub residency DJ Behrouz brings pure eclectic house sounds with Detroit’s own Seth Troxler & mastermind of “Stoppage Time,” Guy Gerber, along with special guest Ryan Crosson

Tuesday, March 20*
Favela Beach goes “WMC,” presenting a Dutch superstar line-up including “Riverside’s” Sidney Sampson, along with dynamic duo Shermanology,
Afrojack’s protégé́ Bobby Burns, & Laidback Luke’s Quintino

Wednesday, March 21*
Legendary Phazing Records takes over WALL with sounds by Michael Brun,
ranked No. 24 on DJ Mag’s Top 100 poll, child prodigy Pierce Fulton,
French superstar Norman Doray, club-bangers LA Riots & a surprise special guest DJ

Funkshion Fashion Week Miami Beach Fall/Winter 2012 Collections 3/14-17/12

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Funkshion Fashion Week Miami Beach
Fall/Winter 2012 Collections – Runway Shows!
March 14-17, 2012
The Moore Building
4040 N.E. 2nd Ave
Miami, FL 33137

Open to the public, RSVP Required at: www.fashionweekmiami.com or www.funkshion.com or email: fashionmiami@funkshion.com

Funkshion: Fashion Week Miami Beach celebrates its 9th year and 18th season! As with every year, FUNKSHION, will fuse music and fashion and like no other city in the world does. This is Fashion Week – MIAMI STYLE! FUNKSHION: Fashion Week Miami is a platform for progressive and established designers to showcase their collections to media, celebrities, international buyers, and select style makers.

Thursday March 15th

1pm University of Miami Art & Design Student Showcase – With special showcase presentation of student, Valentina Delfino. Valentino had a gown (shown the last season of Funkshion) that was worn on the red-carpet of the Academy Awards this month by Actress, Missi Pyle.

7pm Angel Brinks Couture Leggings

8pm Cruel Summer by Emily Brown – Features unique reversible swimwear with daring psychedelic colors, detailing and avant-guard shapes taken from fashions from yesteryears. Emily’s clients include Rihanna and Lada Gaga. Jewelry and hair accessories by: BGvintage

9pm Hevin by Pachi Lake – TV Host Pachi Lake and fashion designer launches new contemporary women’s fashion line “Hevin. Her dresses are a unique design of feeling good, beautiful and confident in your body. After working in Television for more than 15 years and designing with Richie Rich, Pachi makes fashion, glamour and couture a daily wear.

Friday, March 16th

8pm LA GlamRock by Lauren Ashley. Celebrity Stylist Victor Price will be on site to style this show. LA GlamRock is a mix of the glamour of the red carpet with a rock and roll appeal. LA GlamRock specializes in one of kind designs that incorporate unique embellishments and exotic fabrics. This show is presented by LittleJewelBox.net The goal of Little Jewel Box is to raise money for the Crohn’s Colitis Foundation, as well as Juvenile Diabetes, Autism and Alzheimer’s Disease through the talent of the very special jewelry designers that work with the program.

8:30pm Wet Couture Swimwear by Angelina Petragl

9pm Haiti a La Mode! This year’s show will propel Haiti’s fashion renaissance unto a world stage, like never before. Guests and fashion lovers will be treated to a front-row showcase of Haiti’s fashion rebirth through the fresh new lines and distinguished sense of style of top Haitian designers. Featured Collections: Mag Art Creations, Bien Abye by Dayanne Danier , Elmire Desrouleaux For Perpetual, Live costume display by The Party Room Squad. Special Guest: Jencarlos Canela, musician, composer and actor.

Saturday, March 17th

7pm – Mr. Coleman presents collections by Jacinta Ligon, Aluna Swimwear, Yasser Faraco and 5 Star General. Presented by Mr. Coleman showcasing the record breaking finale with 100 Models!!! Be witness to Fashion Week history!

8pm Julia Veli – A local artist and designer who blends fashion and art by creating designs made from recycled materials such as newspaper, canvas, screen, vinyl and wire! The looks are inspired by art, music and the top designers around the world.

9pm Casey Levan by Evrice Cornelius – The collection consists of exaggerated style lines and controversial perspectives fused with an uncanny sense of mediocrity through color. The line portrays “mythical” vision of the modern day woman

Special Thanks To: Prive Salon And Kroma, For All Hair And Makeup.
Fashionartwalls By Tomas Loewy And Featherlocks

Casey Levan “BLOW In The Dark” Fashion Show at Funkshion Miami Fashion Week 3/17/12

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Casey Levan “BLOW In The Dark” Fashion Show at Funkshion Miami Fashion Week
Saturday, March 17, 2012, 9:00 Sharp
The Moore Building (Miami Design District)
4040 NE 2nd Ave.
Miami, FL. 33137
www.caseylevan.com
www.caseylevan.com
RSVP required: rsvp@caseylevan.com

Casey Levan will be presenting his highly anticipated A/W ’12 Collection called
The Name of the Collection is called “BLOW In The Dark” at Funkshion Miami Fashion Week.

His theory behind fashion and design reflects his personal outlook on life through a revolutionary and poetic vision.

His new collection consists of exaggerated style lines and controversial perspectives fused with an uncanny sense of mediocrity through color. His Aesthetic derives from his poetry and portrays a “mythical” vision of the modern day woman.

This new collection will definitely display a unique evolution of this amazing up and coming designer.

Join us for the After Party, immediately following the show at:
Setai
2001 Collins Avenue Miami, FL 33139
(305) 520-6000

F.eU South African Miami Invasion 3/24/12

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F.eU South African Miami Invasion
Saturday, March 24, 2012 from 12:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Ocean’s Ten
960 Ocean Drive
Miami Beach, FL 33139
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South African Invasion returns to Miami Beach for its 3rd year.

DJs FeU (Fresh & Euphonik) Tumza, Vinny Da Vinci, Shejay Zandy, Fistaz, Fresca, Shimza, Black Motion, Lars Behrenroth

Performance by: Shota, Wayne Tennant, Antonio Lyons, Liquideep

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We hope you can make it!
Cheers, F.eU, Amp lified Management, Media Services NYC, Ocean Drive Sessions and Fusicology

Graphic Intervention: 25 Years Of International Aids Awareness Posters 1985-2010 Exhibition Opens 5/11/12

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Graphic Intervention: 25 Years Of International Aids Awareness Posters 1985-2010 Exhibition Opens
May 11, 2012
The Wolfsonian–Florida International University
1001 Washington Avenue
Miami Beach, Florida 33139

The Wolfsonian–Florida International University is the recipient of a donation from Henry S. Hacker of more than thirty-six hundred AIDS-themed posters from over eighty countries, produced between 1985 and 2010. To mark this major gift, The Wolfsonian–Florida International University presents the exhibition Graphic Intervention: 25 Years of International AIDS Awareness Posters 1985–2010 beginning on May 11, 2012. Graphic Intervention explores the role the poster has played in global efforts to prevent HIV/AIDS and promote awareness and safe sex education.

The poster has played a special role in conveying information about the HIV/AIDS virus. The posters in the collection are extremely diverse—different aims, messages, visual metaphors, and strategies have strongly influenced the content and design of the posters. Originating from countries as varied as Papua New Guinea, India, China, Denmark, and the United States, the posters provide a fascinating overview of the wide-ranging visual and messaging strategies employed in response to HIV/AIDS.

In many countries, the poster as a communicative tool was uncommon prior to the disease, while in other parts of the world the poster’s heyday was long past. And yet, in part because the poster is inexpensive and easy to produce locally, the poster became a core vehicle for conveying information about the disease in many different countries throughout the world.

These posters are a significant addition to The Wolfsonian’s growing holdings on health and hygiene. The museum has placed an emphasis in recent years on increasing its collection in this area, and has chosen to extend the time frame for these materials beyond the museum’s period in order to continually explore the ways in which design reflects and shapes human experience with issues that are of core concern to society, such as the HIV/AIDS epidemic, the most significant global health crisis in recent history.

“I think this is an amazing collection that over the years will be a very special research tool,” notes Hacker. The collection was assembled with great care during the course of several years. Hacker purchased the posters from James Lapides of the International Poster Gallery in Boston, who had acquired a large portion of the collection in 1999 from a European collector and then worked with collaborators for more than a decade to augment it.

“This collection not only demonstrates the role design plays—and in this case poster design—in public health campaigns, but it also connects to the history of our community, nation, times, as well as research interests at our university,” notes Wolfsonian director Cathy Leff. “It is a staggering accomplishment to have assembled more than three thousand posters from over eighty countries. We are grateful for Jim’s commitment to this collection and humbled by this incredible gift from Henry Hacker.”

Hacker is a newly appointed Wolfsonian Advisory Board member whose career has included directing the design, marketing, and management functions of brands and licensees as both a private-practice business lawyer and a corporate executive. He earned a B.A. from Yale University, a J.D. from Cornell University, and is currently a candidate for a master’s degree in liberal arts in museum studies at Harvard Extension School.

Graphic Intervention: 25 Years of International Aids Awareness Posters 1985–2010
Graphic Intervention showcases over one hundred and fifty posters from forty-four countries, presenting a comprehensive overview of the diverse visual strategies employed by government agencies, community activists, grassroots organizations, and motivated citizens to educate the local population in response to HIV/AIDS. Almost all of the posters included in Graphic Intervention are part of the donation to The Wolfsonian—some of the posters that are not in the collection are being donated to the museum. The exhibition, which opens on May 11, 2012, is organized by the Massachusetts College of Art and Design.

“In Graphic Intervention we see a wide spectrum of visual and communication strategies employed across cultures but utilizing the same format—the poster—and sharing the objective of increasing AIDS education, awareness, and prevention,” notes Marianne Lamonaca, The Wolfsonian’s associate director for curatorial affairs and education. “The exhibition continues our ongoing exploration of themes of public health/hygiene as well as our overarching interest in ways in which design communicates messages to and about society.”

Graphic Intervention was curated by Elizabeth Resnick, professor and chair of graphic design at Mass Art, and Javier Cortés, partner and creative director at Korn Design, Boston, in collaboration with James Lapides of the International Poster Gallery in Boston. There is an exhibition website (http://graphicintervention.org/).

Lunch in the Garden 3/16/12

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Lunch in the Garden
Friday March 16, 2012, 12:30-4pm
Miami Beach Botanical Garden
2000 Convention Center Drive

$30.00 Per Person in Advance / $35 At The Door
Buy Tickets online

Hosted By: Mayor Matti Herrera Bower
Honored Luncheon Guest: Congresswoman Ileana Ros-Lehtinen

Sponsored by:
www.boucherbrothers.com
www.mbgarden.org

Participating Restaurants

1500 @ Eden Roc Renaissance Hotel
Chef Paula DiSilva
AClass Bartending Services
Catering by Maribel
Chef Irie
Delishes Dishes
Diane Cooks, Inc.
Edible Arrangements
Feverish Ice Cream
Isagenix
Michael Love for “Epicure with Love”
Ms. Peanut’s World Class Peach Cobbler
Once Upon A Carrot
Ramelle Catering
Tamarind Thai Restaurant
…and more to come…

2012 Miami Beach Women’s Conference 3/16/12

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2012 Miami Beach Women’s Conference
Friday, March 16, 2012, 8:30a-12:00pm
Miami Beach City Hall
1700 Convention Center Dr
3rd Floor Commission Chambers
Free To The Public

8:30 – 9:30 AM Continental Breakfast
Sponsored by Costco, Van Dyke Cafe, Loews Hotel & Cusano’s
as panelists and public gather in anticipation for the Mayor’s Panel

4th Annual Miami Beach Mayor’s Panel
Mayor Matti Herrera Bower: Your Host
Elected Miami Beach Mayor 2007, Re-Elected 2009 & 2011
1st Woman Mayor of Miami Beach
1st Hispanic Mayor of Miami Beach

9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
Mayor’s Panel A: “You’re Elected! Now What?”
A panel of esteemed women leaders discuss the role of women in politics,
the special challenges and opportunities that face them as elected officials.

Panelists
Hon. Elaine Bloom
Senator Gwen Margolis
Commissioner Katy Sorenson

Half Hour Network & Revitalization Break
Acupunture Treatments Courtesty of Dr. Kasey Pryce
Natural Awakenings

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Mayor’s Panel B: “Protection For Women”
A panel discussion by seasoned legal and crime prevention professionals
on protecting women physically, legally and from the devastation of identity theft.

Panelists
Hon. Katherine Fernandez Rundle
Commissioner Sally Heyman
Beth Littrell, Esq.

Mayor’s Panel Sponsored Annually By:
FL House Representative Luis Garcia, Jr. For Congress

Directly after the Mayor’s Panel please join US Congresswoman Ileana Ros-Lehtinen; Honored Guest of the 4th Annual “Lunch in the Garden” Co-Hosted By Mayor Matti Herrera Bower and Women’s Exhibit, Inc. showcasing the culinary talents of women, and a Silent Auction of great local deals at the newly renovated Miami Beach Botanical Garden adjacent to City Hall from 12:30 – 4 PM

Produced By: Women’s Exhibit, Inc.
Miami Beach Based Non Profit Organization
In Partnership with The City of Miami Beach
www.WomensExhibit.com
www.MiamiBeachFl.gov

10th Heineken TransAtlantic Festival 4/13-14/12

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10th Heineken TransAtlantic Festival
Friday and Saturday, April 13 and 14 th, 7 PM
North Beach Bandshell
7275 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach
transatlanticfestival.com

Friday April 13: Afrobeat scion Seun Kuti & Egypt 80, the legendary band founded by his father Fela Kuti. Opening set by surf-noir trio Gold Dust Lounge

Saturday April 14: UK-Colombia electrocumbia artist Quantic. Double bill with Afrocuban percussionist Pedrito Martinez and his group.

Music between sets from the MAM Soundcloud Bus, visiting from “The Record”
After show parties both nights at the Sandbar Lounge with Mr Pauer!

Tickets are $20 in advance for each night (under 12 admitted free).
Phone: 305 672 5202, or in person at Sweat Records (Miami), BASE (Lincoln Road MB), Via Brazil (North Beach), Books & Books (Coral Gables), Radio Active Records (Ft Lauderdale)

Purchase Friday night (Seun Kuti, Gold Dust Lounge) tickets online here
Purchase Saturday night (Quantic, Pedrito Martinez) tickets online here
Purchase weekend pass tickets online here

Read a review of Seun Kuti’s amazing Florida debut last year here. “Pyramids could have been constructed in this groove.” The young bandleader is bringing his super-classic Afrobeat all stars to Coachella this spring, stopping in Miami Beach en route.
Visit Seun Kuti online.

Quantic is the nom de plum for a London-based producer now living and working in cumbia-central Colombia. Leading various bands, creating fantastic projects mixing Colombian rhythms with dub, jazz and soul, he brings his Sound System featuring Nidia Gongora to Miami Beach.
Visit Quantic online.

Pedrito Martinez performed at the 1st annual Heineken TransAtlantic Festival in 2003 as a member of Latin funk pioneers Yerba Buena. Now leading his own quartet in New York City, the Cuban percussionist is at the vanguard of modern AfroCuban rhythms. Visit Pedrito Martinez online.

Gold Dust Lounge has been called the Wynwood Arts District house band by BeachedMiami. Their noir-jazz music creates a soundtrack to a film you still have in your head. Visit Gold Dust Lounge online.

Mr. Pauer, DJ at the after show parties, is a Rhythm Foundation friend who happened to become famous last year. His CD of cumbia remixes and original sounds was nominated for a Latin Grammy, Best New Artist. He has been playing at clubs and festivals worldwide all year. Visit Mr Pauer online

The Heineken TransAtlantic Festival 2012 is presented with support from Heineken USA, AmericanAirlines, the City of Miami Beach Cultural Arts Council, Miami Dade Department of Cultural Affairs. Additional support is received from Atlantic Broadband and Pasha’s Restaurants.

Global Cuba Fest Interactivo and Rita Rosa 4/1/12

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Interactivo & Rita Rosa
Sunday, April 1st 2012 @ 7.00 PM
North Beach BandShell
Collins Ave & 73rd St
Miami Beach, FL 33141

$20 General Admission / $15 Students and Seniors
By phone: 1.800.595.4849 Buy Now

On Sunday, April 1st, some of the most exciting musicians of the contemporary Cuban music scene will be sharing their unique sound in the opened-air North Beach BandShell on Miami Beach: Roberto Carcassés , William Vivanco, Melvis Santa, Francis del Río y Telmary, are only some of the outstanding names headlining in Interactivo, the most provocative timba-funk band out there. This concert is presented by FUNDarte and Miami Light Project in collaboration with Mega TV as part of the fifth edition of Miami’s Global Cuba Fest.

Interactivo will heat up the BandShell at 7 PM with their Miami premiere. Although this is their very first time in the U.S, Interactivo is an internationally acclaimed Cuban fusion ensemble whose sizzling performances and recordings have already taken Europe and the Americas by storm. The Group was founded in 2001 under the direction of renowned Cuban pianist Roberto Carcassés, and within a few short years, it turned into the most interesting musical expression of contemporary Cuban musical fusion, mixing traditional Cuban rhythms like danzón, bolero and son, infused with generous helpings of jazz, rock and pop.

At 3 PM, parents and children will enjoy a different family engagement with “One Upon a Time in the Carribean”, by the twice Latin Grammy-nominated Rita Rosa. In this musical tale, which is in the tropical islands of the Caribbean, Rita Rosa, the humming bird and the coqui frog are singing along when they notice a happy street vendor asking Maria Moñitos to marry him. At the end of the day, all of them invite the public to dance in a great and colorful “Fiesta” surrounded by coconuts, bananas and kites. The event is free and open to the public.

*Global Cuba Fest is FUNDarte’s signature series (co-presented yearly with Miami Light Project) dedicated to presenting the finest in contemporary performing arts from Cuba and the Cuban Diaspora.

SAVE Dade and The Wolfsonian-FIU Present City of Borders 3/11/12

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Sunday, March 11, 3pm
The Wolfsonian–FIU
1001 Washington Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33139
RSVP Online

City Of Borders (U.S. 2009, 66 minutes, Director: Yun Suh)—In the heart of Jerusalem stands an unusual symbol of unity that defies generations of segregation, violence and prejudice: a gay bar called Shushan. City of Borders goes inside the vibrant community at the only gay bar in Jerusalem where people of opposing nationalities, religions and sexual orientations create a sanctuary among people typically viewed as each other’s “enemy.” The documentary intimately portrays the daily lives of the Israeli bar owner and four Israeli and Palestinian patrons as they navigate the minefield of politics, religion and discrimination to live and love openly. Set against the construction of the separation wall between Israel and the Palestinian territories and the struggle for a gay pride parade in Jerusalem, these five inter-woven stories reveal the contradictions and complexities in the struggle for acceptance.

Co-presented by SAVE Dade’s InterFaithOUT Committee and The Wolfsonian-FIU. Free admission to film and reception. For information please contact The Wolfsonian-FIU box office at 305.531.1001 or SAVE Dade at 305.751.7283.

Alex Bogusky Public Talk Cardboard Wisdom 3/26/12

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Alex Bogusky Public Talk Cardboard Wisdom
Monday, March 26 at 7:30 pm
The Wolfsonian
1001 Washington Avenue
Miami Beach, FL.
www.wolfsonian.org

In addition to the invitation-only brainstorming session, Alex Bogusky will deliver a free public talk on
“Cardboard Wisdom: Decoding Signs of the Disenfranchised from the Homeless to the Tea Party and the Occupation.”

Seating is limited; an RSVP is required to attend the talk. RSVP Online.

A cofounder of Common and the speaker for the March 26 talk at The Wolfsonian, Alex Bogusky is perhaps most widely known as co-chairman of Crispin Porter + Bogusky (CP+B), which became the world’s most awarded advertising agency under his leadership. Among his many awards and honors are being inducted into the American Advertising Federation’s Hall of Achievement in 2002, being inducted into the Art Director’s Club Hall of Fame in 2008, and being named “Creative Director of the Decade” by Adweek Magazine in 2010. After leaving CP+B in 2010, Bogusky created The Fearless Revolution, which in turn spawned Common.

Common, which is facilitating The Wolfsonian’s MBA, is a collaborative brand and creative community for helping emerging and existing businesses drive positive change through enterprise. Founded in January of 2011 by Alex and Ana Bogusky, John Bielenberg, and Rob Schuham, Common’s mission is to catalyze a global creative community with the tools, resources, and opportunities to design positive social change.

Free Evening of Dance at the North Beach BandShell 3/11/12

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FREE Evening of Dance at the North Beach BandShell
Sunday, March 11, 6:00pm until 9:00pm
North Beach Bandshell
7275 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33141

Enjoy an evening of FREE contemporary dance suitable for the entire family at the newly renovated North Beach Bandshell.

With a special performance from the Academy of Arts of Minds Dance Department.

The Blacks’ Annual Gala 3/24/12

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The Blacks’ Annual Gala
Sat Mar 24, 2012, 7:00 pm -1:00 am
Fontainebleau Miami Beach
4441 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach 33140 (US).
Register Online
theblacksannualgala.com

Please join us as we help to raise funds for The Consequences Charity and Foundation, Teach for America, Miami-Dade and Juvenile Services, Miami-Dade at The Blacks’ Annual Gala, Saturday, March 24th, Fontainebleau Miami Beach.

Featuring multi-Grammy award winning artists Queen Latifah and Tony Bennett, Deborah Cox, DJ Irie, DJ Entice and a host of other surprise performers.

Please note, tickets are currently on SALE NOW. However, this sale won’t last long. For more information, please visit www.theblacksannualgala.com

The event will kick off with celebrity red carpet arrivals, a cocktail reception with auction items and luxury couture shopping to benefit charity, followed by a four course gourmet fine dining experience while watching extraordinary performances by Grammy winning / platinum selling artists.

The 18th annual charity gala presented by Roy and Lea Black for the benefit of The Consequences Charity, Foundation and a host of other not for profit concerns, will take place at Fontainebleau Miami Beach on March 24th, 2012.

3rd annual Sustainable Haiti Conference 4/23-25/12

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Sustainable Haiti Conference
April 23rd- April 25th, 2012
Miami Beach Convention Center
1901 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach, FL
www.haiticonference.com

The 3rd annual Sustainable Haiti Conference, the largest annual gathering for Haiti’s economic development, will again take place at the Miami Beach Convention Center from April 23rd- April 25th, 2012.

The Conference will again feature over 100 top global thought leaders as speakers, along with major international media. The Conference will include entrepreneurs and investors from around the globe, Haitian Diaspora, Haitian entrepreneurs, Haitian companies and Haitian government officials, US companies with a presence in Haiti, Builders, US government officials, NGOs, faith-based groups, thought leaders, academic leaders, and students.

The 3rd annual Sustainable Haiti Conference will take place alongside the Impact Conference @ Sustainatopia (www.connectionmiami.com), which is the largest annual global gathering on the East Coast United States, Latin America & the Caribbean of thought leaders within the social, financial and environmental space.

The 3rd annual Conference will feature the 2012 Investment Forum, a special collaboration with the Haitian Diaspora Federation to promote investment in Haiti by Haitian Diaspora.

The 2012 Conference will also feature a special builders’ forum, an entrepreneurs’ forum, fast pitch/speed networking sessions and specific exercises to link capital to projects.

Sponsors for the 3rd annual Conference include the Haitian Fund for Innovation, Hope for Haiti, and FAVACA.

“More than ever, the 3rd Annual Sustainable Haiti Conference is THE keystone event for those interested in the sustainable rebuilding of Haiti. The successful rebuilding of this great nation will take the collective effort of many creative and talented social entrepreneurs, investors, and philanthropists from around the world – connecting with the Haitian diaspora and individual governments to forge a new and sustainable path for the Haitian people. The 3rd annual Sustainable Haiti Conference will continue to provide a connection point and launch pad for this historic and heroic effort. We want to continue to support our friends and neighbors in Haiti at this critical time in its history.”, says founder John Rosser of DVK, Inc.

DanceNow! Ensemble presents Six Characters 3/31/12 – 4/1/12

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DanceNow! Ensemble Brings Theatre Back to Dance with “Six Characters”
March 31, 2012 at 8:00 p.m – April 1, 2012 at 3:00 p.m.
Colony Theater
1040 Lincoln Rd.
Miami Beach, FL 33139

Tickets: $35 general / $30 advanced sales / $15 students / seniors $10 groups
Colony Box Office: 305.674.1040 x 1
Ticketmaster: 800.745.3000
Tickets also available online at www.dancenowmiami.org via Paypal

Hailed as “Carnal and courageous”, with “sexual magnetism and dramatic depth of male partnering” by Mia Leonin of ArtburstMiami, Dance NOW! Directors Diego Salterini and Hannah Baumgarten revive the critically acclaimed Murder Mystery Ballet “Six Characters” for their Spring Concert at the Colony Theatre. Performed with live music and original score from Miami Guitar Trio Director Federico Bonacossa, this theatrical ballet based on the famous Modernist play by Italian Luigi Pirandello is imbued with drama and period ambience of the 1920s. But the libretto is presented in non – chronological order, challenging the audience to piece together the story while trying to figure out who is the real villain?! With a stripped stage and lighting from Bruce F. Brown, “Six Characters” enthralls, intrigues, and entertains its audiences again and again! Don’t miss this unique performance experience!
Visit www.dancenowmiami.org for a 30 second Promo or See the Six Characters video

Dance Now! Miami in residence at the Little Haiti Cultural Center, was founded in 2000 by Diego Salterini and Hannah Baumgarten through a chance encounter at PAN, a South Florida dance collective. The two quickly became dance partners and creative collaborators; their work bridges their diverse backgrounds in ballet, modern dance, and jazz, creating poetic narrative and theatrical artistry filled with fierce athleticism. Salterini hails from an illustrious career as television and theatre star in Italy, Baumgarten received her BFA from the Juilliard School of Music and danced professionally throughout the US.

Dance Now!’s collaborative international style has received critical and popular acclaim both at the local and the national level. The company’s work has been presented in 10 states and three continents by among others, Ballet Estable del Teatro Colon, Michael Uthoff Dance Theatre, Art and Culture Center of Hollywood, Interlochen Center for the Arts, the Cincinnati Conservatory, and the Dance Gallery Festival of New York. The directors have created 12 full – length evenings of dance and over 50 shorter works, working both individually and collaboratively as well as presenting the work of guest choreographers Michael Uthoff, Tandy Beal, Tauna Hunter, Josée Garant and Colleen Farnum. The company founded the EKPHRASIS PROJECT, creating site – specific work in museums and galleries, and has pioneered cultural initiatives such as the Miami Dance Festival and Open Stage.

Critics have hailed Dance Now! as “…unabashed beauty…” (Annie Hollingsworth, Artburst Miami), “carnal and courageous… with an impressive range of movement and motion”, (Mia Leonin, Miami Art Guide), “…not only elegant and fierce, but dedicated to its community…a mature, exciting and bounds – breaking company.” (Miguel Estefan, Miami Art Guide). Dance Now! has also garnered prestigious awards including: Best Experimental Dance Company (Miami Sun Post) and Top Ten Dance Events of the Year (Miami Herald) and Directors Salterini and Baumgarten received the Miami ArtZine “Visionary Award” in 2010.

At the Little Haiti Cultural Center, the company rehearses, performs, and teaches classes for children and adults. Their “Dance In Public Schools” educational outreach program reaches over 5,000 children annually with master classes, workshops and performances as well as an apprenticeship program nurturing tomorrow’s talent.

For more information about local events, please visit www.miamiartguide.com

Miami Beach Botanical Garden Presents Balcony and Terrace Gardening Lecture and Workshop 3/10/12

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Miami Beach Botanical Garden Presents: Balcony & Terrace Gardening Lecture & Workshop
Saturday, March 10, 10AM to Noon
Miami Beach Botanical Garden
2000 Convention Center Drive
Miami Beach
Free & Open to the Public

Guest Speaker: David McLean

Learn about choosing wind and salt resistant plants for balcony gardens and small spaces, maximizing a growing area with vertical space, options for container gardening, and selecting the right plants for sunny or shady exposures

A South Florida gardening enthusiast, David McLean owns Trinity Churchside Gardens, Ft. Lauderdale.

This lecture is one in a series of free monthly environmental educational programs
For a schedule of upcoming lecture and Garden information: www.mbgarden.org

The Miami International Film Festival presents The Beach Chronicles AGX 3/8/12

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The Miami International Film Festival presents The Beach Chronicles AGX
Thu, Mar 08, 6:30 PM
Regal South Beach Cinemas – Screen 10
1100 Lincoln Road
Miami Beach, FL 33139
305.674.6766
Buy Tickets

World premiere of made-in-Miami animated film noir, preceded by “Catharsis” (France, 2011, Cedric Prevost), “Immune” (USA, 2011, Andrew Lathrop) and “Shift” (USA, 2012, Juan Carlos Zaldivar).

Running Time reflects total program length (short & feature).

Showing with:
Catharsis | Cédric Prévost 2011
Immune | Andrew Lathrop 2011
Shift | Juan Carlos Zaldívar 2012

We at KijiK Multimedia would like to everyone for their support over the years. We have been able to accomplish a lot from Miami, work on many important projects like our work for and on behalf of Haiti:www.kijikmultimedia.com/ayati3

And with many important, people, celebrities and organizations. Our latest project happens to be in the Miami International Film Festival next Thursday the 8th. It’s a project of art, heart and soul and in the end we hope to affect many with the story that will unfold. It features the incredible actors Daryl Hannah, JoMarie Payton, Jesse Johnson, Jimmy Jean Louis and more.

We would love to see you there. It all starts here in Miami and you have chance to be one of the first. We have a special after event for attendees with some of the celebs from the film. You don’t want to miss this experience.

2012 Miami Beach International Fashion Week Humanitarian Awards 3/8/12

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Miami Fashion Week Foundation celebrates its Third Annual Humanitarian Awards and official kick-off party for Miami Beach International Fashion Week
7:00 p.m- 10:00pm
Thursday, March 8, 2012
Shelborne Hotel
1801 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
(Event will be held on the pool deck)
By Invite Only
RSVP Online

In support of emerging designers from around the world, Miami Beach International Fashion Week will host its Third Annual Humanitarian Awards and official kick-off party to benefit the Miami Fashion Week Foundation on March 8th. Co-hosted by Tiffany & Co, the Shelbourne Hotel and Vanidades, funds will be raised via a silent auction to benefit the 2012 student competitions. This year’s finalists include student designers from Thailand, India, Cuba, Dallas, Miami, Poland and more. Winners will be announced at the Miami Beach International Fashion Week March 21st-24th. Local finalist, Christopher Abella just 12-years old, is the youngest student designer to be recognized by Miami Beach International Fashion Week.

In addition, the Miami Beach International Fashion Week will honor 10 unique individuals in the community who are Miami’s most dedicated and respected philanthropists. The honorees include Michael Gongora, Miami Beach City Commissioner; DJ Irie, Official celebrity DJ of the Miami HEAT, Founder of the IRIE Foundation; Anne Owen, Philanthropist and Publisher of Miami Magazine; Tracy Mourning, owner of Honey Shine; Irene Korge, Philanthropist; Jennifer Diliz, FL Marlins Director of Foundation Development; Maria Alonso, Bank of America; Nicole Wilson Lozano, Philanthropist; and Leonor Anthony, Expressionist Artist. Television and radio celebrities Orlando Leon and Ileana Garcia will host the ceremony.

Others highlights for the evening include a showcase provided by Miami’s top fashion designers, a performance by Miami Marlins’ very own DJ Vertigo, celebrity guests and more. It’s a star studded event not to be missed!

Club Hell Cycling Happy Hour for a Cause 3/9/12

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Club Hell Cycling | Happy Hour for a Cause
Friday March 9, 2012
Chalk
1234 Washington Ave
www.chalkmiami.com

Club Hell Cycling is hosting a happy hour to raise money for the Multiple Sclerosis Society.
Proceeds will be donated to the Multiple Sclerosis Society credited to the Club Hell Cycling team.

We suggest for a $25 donation at the door

COMPLIMENTARY COCKTAILS from 9p-10p

Music by: Diaga, Satan & Stephney

The European Film Festival Miami 5/31/12 – 6/7/12

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The European Film Festival Miami
May 31 through June 7
EuropeanFilmFest.org
contact@europeanfilmfest.org

The “European Film Festival”, presented by Red Chemistry, Inc., welcomes the community and all film enthusiasts to the debut of 25 foreign independent feature films from 10 different European countries on May 31 through June 4. The festival is committed to bring Miami’s attention to European cultural and social issues as well as showcase a complete student feature and short film program at FIU (Florida International University) and local high schools. The best selected and winners of the European short film competition will be screened at the Key Biscayne Park on Thursday, May 4, in celebration of the Festival’s kickoff. The competition is judged by a panel of international film experts such as directors, script writers, producers, and teachers. Screenings will take place at official venues, Miami Beach Cinematheque, the Art Cinema Coral Gables, O’Cinema and FIU South campus.

Red Chemistry, Inc., is a 501(c) 3 non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the art and education of future filmmaking professionals in the community. After 6 years of successful featured events, Red Chemistry officially occupies a unique position in the landscape of major film foundations and has become an important component to South Florida’s film festivals.

The organization embraces Miami’s culture and arts. Every year the city welcomes European filmmakers, actors, and producers to accompany the premiere of their film and eagerly share their passion for new discoveries in independent cinema. This year, the festival serves as a launch pad for a new generation of directors such as Eva Lonesco, featuring “My little Princess,” with actress Isabelle Huppert. This will support the public release of the new independent programming at Miami Beach Cinematheque (Featuring 9 film from Cannes’ Acid film selection), O’Cinema (European contemporary selection) and FIU (“classic” homage to W. Herzog and contemporary films with “historical” themes).

 

Il Volo Returns to The Fillmore Miami Beach 9/16/12

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Il Volo Returns to The Fillmore Miami Beach
September 16, 2012
The Fillmore Miami Beach at the Jackie Gleason Theater
1700 Washington Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33139
promo.livenation.com/ilvolo

Italian singing sensations Il Volo soar in their first PBS Special “Il Volo Takes Flight” as well as on their upcoming CD and DVD, “Il Volo Takes Flight – Live From The Detroit Opera House,” which was released today, Feb. 28th on Geffen Records. Il Volo will head out on a North American headline tour this summer. The Live Nation promoted tour kicks off August 12th in Minneapolis, MN at the Orpheum Theatre (see below for complete itinerary or visit LiveNation.com/IlVolo). Il Volo returns to the intimate Fillmore Miami Beach at the Jackie Gleason Theatre on Sunday, September 16th at 7:30PM. Ticket on sale information will be announced soon.

Due to the extraordinary response from a single airing on the PBS Detroit affiliate Detroit Public TV this past December, the program is now scheduled to air in more than 80% of the U.S. as part of the March 2012 PBS Fundraising Drive across the country between March 3rd and March 18th. Confirmed cities airing the special include New York, Boston, Detroit, Washington DC, Chicago, Dallas, Miami, Las Vegas, Phoenix, San Francisco and Los Angeles. Check your local listings for a schedule of airtimes on PBS or visit http://www.pbs.org/tv_schedules/. For a sneak peak of Il Volo’s PBS special visit http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DyCjhBkqKB4.

“Il Volo is extremely talented. It’s a wonderful pleasure to introduce another new music sensation like these three, young Italian tenors to American audiences through PBS,” said Joe Campbell, Vice President of Fundraising Programming at PBS.

A video of “Il Mondo” taken from the PBS Special “Il Volo Takes Flight” premiered on VEVO yesterday http://vevo.ly/x1XtAf.

Il Volo will visit the Today Show stage once again for a performance on March 6th. In store performances are also set for Sunday, March 4th at Barnes in Noble in New York (86th Street) and Sunday, March 11th in Los Angeles at The Grove.

Il Volo Takes Flight – Live From the Detroit Opera House was filmed last year while the group was on their first North American concert tour and captures the genuine excitement of their live performance, the stunning crowd reaction and the many standing ovations the group has received in every city they have performed. The show includes Italian classics such as “O Sole Mio” and “Un Amore Cosi Grande” as well as a magnificent version of the classic Charlie Chaplin song “Smile.” The Live DVD includes a bonus documentary.

With rave reviews the CD, DVD and PBS broadcast of “Il Volo Takes Flight” is one of the most highly anticipated releases of the new year. The NY Daily News glowed, “If you’ve never heard them sing ‘O Sole Mio’ or other classics in their rep, then be prepared to be blown away.”

Piero Barone 18, Ignazio Borschetto 17 and Gianuca Ginoble 16, also dubbed The Teenage Tenors, exploded onto the U.S. music scene and into the hearts of U.S. fans following their show stopping appearance on American Idol last year. Their self titled debut CD debuted at No. 6 on the Billboard Top 200 Chart. Worldwide sales are approaching the one million mark. Already certified platinum in their homeland, the boys also appeared on major U.S. TV shows including The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, Today Show, Good Morning America, The Talk, Ellen, Rachael Ray and a surprise performance on the final episode of the HBO series Entourage.

Both the CD and DVD were produced by Grammy award winning producer Humberto Gatica (Michael Buble) and renowned Italian singer/producer Tony Renis. “We are excited and proud to have produced this concert for national distribution with our partners at PBS and the Michigan Opera Theatre,” commented Detroit Public TV’s President and General Manager Rich Homberg. The show was directed by Ron de Moraes and executive produced by Michele Torpendine (Il Volo’s manager), Tony Renis, Steve Leber, Ken Ehrlich, Jamie Westrick and Ron Fair.

In The Mix Second Tuesdays 3/13/12

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In The Mix: Second Tuesdays
03/13/2012, 6:30pm-8:30pm
The Well Lounge
444 W 41 St.
Miami Beach, FL 33140
More Info

Join the Florida Chapter and fellow music community members on Tuesday March 13th at The Well for a causal networker. Enjoy complimentary light hors d’oeuvres and drink specials courtesy of The Well. Hosted by Chapter Board member Ivan Parron. Always free admission for Recording Academy members and anyone who would like to learn about or join The Recording Academy.

Please RSVP to florida@grammy.com or just stop by

Photographs of the Official NOWDailyDeals Launch Party at Shelborne Hotel on 23/3/12

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The Official NOWDailyDeals Launch Party at Shelborne South Beach Hotel on Saturday, March 2, 2012. 

NowDailyDeals.com Mission:”We aim to provide access to quality entertaining deals while fulfilling our customers philanthropic duties. : Charity + Party + Celebrity = The Greater Good, also known as the “Parties for Charity” Movement.”

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Surfcomber WMC2012 Circo Loco Pool 3/22/12

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Surfcomber WMC2012 Circo Loco Pool
3/22/12, 11am
Surfcomber hotel
1717 Collins avenue 33139
Tickets Online

This is going to be a wild one, don’t miss out!!
Use wantickets code “Rick” or “Rick25″ to receive discount on all Club space, surfcomber or Nikki Beach WMC events.
Text ” wmc table rsvp” to 305 300 0827 for table reservations or info.

Circo Loco Pool
Seth Troxler
Dubfire
Matthias Tanzmann
Davide Squillace
DJ Sneak
Ellen Allien
Clive Henry
Dyed Soundorom
Dan Ghenacia
Art Department
Damian Lazarus
Andrew Grant
Maceo Plex
Ryan Crosson
Tale of Us
Shaun Revees
Lee Curtiss
Willie Graff

The 8th Annual Get Wet Pool Party Boris Chus Ceballos Louie Corrales Special Guest Mark Knight 3/24/12

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The 8th Annual Get Wet Pool Party Boris Chus Ceballos Louie Corrales Special Guest Mark Knight
3/24/12, 11am
Surfcomber hotel
1717 Collins Ave 33139
Tickets Online

Use wantickets code “Rick” or “Rick25″ to receive discount on all Club space, surfcomber or Nikki Beach WMC events.
Text ” wmc table rsvp” to 305 300 0827 for table reservations or info.

The 8th Annual Get Wet Pool Party
Boris
Chus Ceballos
Louie Corrales

Special Guest
Mark Knight

POSTPONED Grand Opening Under New Management of The Original Brooklyn Water Bagel Co South Beach 3/17/12

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THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED.

Please check back later for updated information.

Grand Opening Under New Management of The Original Brooklyn Water Bagel Co South Beach!
March 17th, 2012 from 10:00am to 1:00pm
The Original Brooklyn Water Bagel Co.
1119 5th Street at the Shops at Fifth & Alton
Miami Beach

FREE Parking for 2 Hours in the garage, entrance located on Lenox Ave

Come celebrate the “Grand Opening Under New Management” of The Original Brooklyn Water Bagel Co. restaurant!

There will be food and fun for the entire family including free samples of our incredible bagels, sandwiches, Cubsta Coffee and muffins along with face painting and balloon animals for the kids.

Proceeds of the day’s sales will benefit Chapman Partnership! – For More Information, please call (786) 530-BWB0 (2920)

No Sugar Added Miami 2012 3/23-24/12

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No Sugar Added Miami 2012
Friday March 23 and Saturday March 24, 2012, 12pm-5am both days
Nikki Beach Miami
1 Ocean Drive
Miami Beach, FL 33139
www.no-sugaradded.com
Purchase Tickets Online
For Info/VIP Reservations email info@no-sugaradded.com

No Sugar Added Miami 2012
Fri 23rd & Sat 24th March, 2012
– Miami Music Week –

Lineup Announced
34 Hours : 4 Stages : 60 Acts : Noon-5am

Grab your beach gear and sunglasses – the wait is finally over! Following the announcement that No Sugar Added is returning to Miami Music Week 2012 as a massive 2-day electronic music experience, the beach festival’s 4th edition unveils its biggest lineup to date, set for Friday March 23rd and Saturday March 24th at the newly renovated Nikki Beach in Miami. With over 60 world-renowned artists on the bill, NSA Miami 2012 will feature every imaginable EDM genre from progressive to tech, electro, dubstep, trance, and techno, packed with premiere headliner performances including Grammy winners and nominees, plus special guests, scene shakers, and breakthrough artists of the year.

Representing the Beach Arena on Day 1 is two-time Grammy Nominee Paul Oakenfold, who has shaped an entire genre of music over the last three decades and is one of the leading forces in electronic music to this day. The unveiling of NSA’s new stage area this year, The Garden, welcomes techno legend Carl Craig as he hosts his handpicked underground lineup for Carl Craig & Friends, where himself and a Special Surprise Guest will be performing a Miami Music Week exclusive back-to-back set. BBC Radio’s first lady Heidi proudly introduces the 2012 version of her Jackathon party which will feature an A-list collection of deep house and underground including artists of the moment Maya Jane Coles and Maceo Plex. Meanwhile numerical music pioneer Joachim Garraud takes full control of the Bass Rage stage along with special guests Jack Beats and an array of global electro and dubstep artists.

Day 2 on the Beach Arena sees Grammy winner Sharam leading his way as he returns to NSA for his third consecutive year, along with UK’s James Zabiela, Argentina’s Hernan Cattaneo, and a handful of other international selections. The Garden converts into a full-on Cadenza Music showcase with Reboot and his label-mates putting together a full day of special DJ sets and LIVE shows. Moving on, world-leading EDM experts Dancing Astronaut give way to a tremendous lineup of progressive, trance, and tech with Russia’s bright star Arty and Spain’s Wally Lopez on top of the bill. Finally, pioneers of the electro-funk and indie dance movement Digitalism make their way to Miami from Gernany as they will headline Saturday’s Electroclash Stage, filled with the hottest electro acts of today and the future including Felix Da Housecat, Brodinski, and many more.

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Full Lineup By Day And Stage

Friday March 23
Beach Arena
Paul Oakenfold
Gabriel & Dresden
Bingo Players
Deniz Koyu
Swanky Tunes b2b Hard Rock Sofa
Tim Mason
Tom Tyger – Dave Sol
CARL CRAIG & FRIENDS
Carl Craig b2b w/ Surprise Guest
Martin Buttrich (Live)
Radio Slave b2b Stacey Pullen
Luca Bacchetti
Nina Kraviz
Tini
Ross Evans – Louis David

Heidi’s Jackathon
Heidi b2b Solomun
Maya Jane Coles
Maceo Plex
Miss Kittin b2b Ellen Allien
Three
Oliver $
BASS RAGE!
Joachim Garraud
Jack Beats (Special Guest)
Felguk
Kill The Noise b2b w/ Craze
Designer Drugs
Nadastrom
Firebeatz – GTA – Trevor Simpson

Saturday March 24
Beach Arena
Sharam
James Zabiela
Hernan Cattaneo
Riva Starr
Ramon Tapia
Lee Curtiss
David Berrie
Pedro M – Triarchy

CADENZA GARDEN
Reboot
Kenny Larkin
Michel Cleis
Robert Dietz
Digitaline (Live)
Maayan Nidam
Uner (Live)
Andrea Oliva
DANCING ASTRONAUT
Arty
Wally Lopez
Stefano Noferini
Moguai
EC Twins
Alex Kenji b2b Manuel De La Mare
Jeremy Olander
Sheppard & Gordon – S.Co
ELECTROCLASH
Digitalism
Felix Da Housecat
Brodinski
Congorock
Drop The Lime b2b AC Slater
Bart B More
Style Of Eye
Pierce Fulton – Troy Kurtz

Arteamericas 2012 brought Latin American renowned artists from all over the world By Betty Alvarez

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arteaméricas, the premier fair of art from Latin America, returned for its tenth consecutive year. Arteaméricas showcased the latest trends in paintings, sculpture and multimedia from contemporary artists as well as renowned masters at the Miami Beach Convention Center.

Right now, Latin American art is hot. It was the subject of conversation at Art Basel and the satellite fairs.

”We are very excited to continue showcasing Latin American art, and do so with the support of great Latin American artists and galleries,” says Leslie Pantín, President of arteaméricas. “arteaméricas has been the most respected Latin American art fair since it’s inception. We’re proud of this distinction, and for that reason, we raise our standards every year, create innovative projects and recruit the best galleries out there,” he adds.

The best galleries from all over Latin America, the United States, the Caribbean, Canada and Europe participated. The three-day arteaméricas event featured works by internationally recognized artists and sculptors. Likewise, vanguard contemporary artists was on hand in order to exhibit their works as the latest in Latin American modern art.

arteaméricas was the place where art collectors and art professionals alike gather among the present trends in paintings, sculptures, and conceptual art multimedia that distinguish the region’s art. In 2011, the fair had more than 50 galleries taking up more than 80 spaces and showcasing more than 300 artists. The artists represented by the galleries hail from every country in the Americas and Spain. This year, the fair organizers developed a special tribute to Argentina. The country was showcased through its art, which is of high quality and innovation. The legendary Argentinean gallery, Galleria Rubbers, was at the fair. Also, several other prestigious Argentinean galleries and institutes were on board to showcase their art.

“For 2012, arteaméricas will feature many new and interesting things; from sculptures, to music performances and art talks,” states Emilio Calleja, fair VP. The “Maestro” Carlos Cruz-Diez from Venezuela is this year’s invited artist. Cruz-Diez, a revered master of geometric art, was chosen by Jeffrey Loria, owner of the new Miami Marlins to install a major work of art in the four acre entrance Plaza at the stadium. “arteaméricas wishes to honor this great artist at our fair along with the Miami Marlins and Art in Public Places who participated in this selection,” adds Emilio Calleja.

The art available at arteaméricas ranges from $2,000 to approximately one million dollars.

arteaméricas is headed by Leslie Pantín; Emilio Calleja; Dora Valdés-Fauli, Fair Director; María Nápoles, Executive Director; and Othón Castañeda, Associate Director and Director of Salón arteaméricas, Marijean Miyar. For more information, visit arteaméricas online at the newly redesigned www.arteamericas.com.

What Women Want presents Beach Rhythms 3/10/12

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What Women Want presents Beach Rhythms
Saturday, March 10th, 7PM – 10PM
Nikki Beach Miami
1 Ocean Drive
Miami Beach, FL 33139
www.nikkibeachmiami.com

What Women Want, Nikki Beach Miami signature fashion series, will present this month Beach Rhythms, a unique fashion show featuring Peixoto, sexy swimwear for women, and Via Uomo, menswear designer.

Special guest MaXx-C, the Resident DJ from Nikki Beach St Barth.

Original music for this fashion show is composed by JesTone Productions.

A raffle will be held in support to the American Heart Association and their Go Red For Women campaign, promoting heart health awareness.

RSVP for the show and enjoy a complimentary welcome glass of champagne, and make dinner reservations at www.nikkibeachmiami.com/whatwomenwant.

13th Annual Hugs and Kisses Children’s Fashion Show: How Sweet it is 5/6/12

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13th Annual Hugs & Kisses Children’s Fashion Show: How Sweet it is
Sunday, May 6, 2012, 11 a.m.
The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach
1 Lincoln Road
Miami Beach, FL 33139
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Move over Giselle, Miami Children’s Hospital Foundation is looking for someone sweeter. Join us for the 13th Annual Hugs & Kisses Fashion Show: How Sweet it is featuring children from infants to age 18. Attendees will enjoy a gourmet lunch, silent auction and a children’s fashion show highlighting both grateful parents and local children – and of course, a variety of sweet surprises.

The event also showcases the 5th Annual I Make a Difference Awards, honoring outstanding student philanthropists who have made a significant positive impact in the lives of others, and the 2nd Annual Thank You for Making a Difference Award which recognizes a community activist who sets a positive example for children.

This fun-filled affair is open to all children, parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, friends, family members and supporters.
• Modeling opportunities: begin at $75
• Individual Supporter Seats: $200
• Runway Tables: begin at $2,500
• General Tables: begin at $2,000
• Sponsorship and underwriting opportunities range from $5,000 to $25,000
• Volunteer opportunities also available.

Contact:
Robert Nuell
Miami Children’s Hospital Foundation
786.624.2832
rnuell@mchf.org

Launch Of Lladro’s New Collection The Guest 3/9/12

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Launch Of Lladro’s New Collection The Guest
Friday, March 9th, 7-10 p.m.
Avant Gallery
309 23rd Street
Miami Beach
RSVP by March 7th to rsvp@avantgallery.com

Avant Gallery invites you to the presentation of the most surprising porcelain creation, The Guest, a ground-breaking character conceived by Lladro and Jaime Hayon, with the collaboration of top artists Tim Biskup and Devilrobots.

The new collection, The Guest by Lladro Atelier, will be introduced by Rosa Lladro, President of Lladro.

Also on view during this special event, two unique artist’s proofs by Spanish designer Jaime Hayon and Californian artist Tim Biskup.

Cocktails and Hors d’oeuvres

Ping Pong for Food Justice: Youth LEAD Annual Fundraiser at Chalk 4/7/12

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Ping Pong for Food Justice: Youth LEAD Annual Fundraiser at Chalk
April 7, 10 pm-12 am
Chalk Miami
1234 Washington Ave
Miami Beach
www.youthleadmiami.org

Ping Pong for Food Justice: Support Youth L.E.A.D.’s Annual Fundraiser at Chalk Miami Beach. Join us on Saturday, April 7th from 10 pm-midnight for an evening of complimentary cocktails, from 10 pm to 11 pm, and ping pong, from 11 pm-midnight. All proceeds support Youth L.E.A.D., a young nonprofit empowering underserved teens to increase access to healthy, local foods in their neighborhoods.

Tickets are $20 and can be purchased here.

Please specify “Youth LEAD” in the purposed field.

Questions? Please visit us at www.youthleadmiami.org

RSVP Required Or Invitation Must Be Presented Upon Arrival
rsvp@chalkmiami.com
Please Specify Event You Are Attending In Your Email

Photographs of Destination Fashion 2012 Kick Off Event at The Villa by Barton G on 3/1/12

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Destination Fashion 2012 kick off event at The Villa by Barton G on Thursday, March 1, 2012. Destination Fashion is a fundraiser for The Miami Project to cure paralysis, which will be held at Bal Harbour Shops on Saturday, November 10, 2012.  Guest will get to enjoy amazing fashion, food, drinks and a special performance by Inrique Iglesias and Pitbull.

About The Miami Project:  “In 1985, Barth A. Green, M.D. and NFL Hall of Fame linebacker Nick Buoniconti helped found The Miami Project to Cure Paralysis after Nick’s son, Marc, sustained a spinal cord injury during a college football game. Today, The Miami Project is the world’s most comprehensive spinal cord injury research center, housed in the Lois Pope LIFE Center, a Center of Excellence at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. The Miami Project’s international team of more than 250 scientists, researchers and clinicians take innovative approaches to the challenge of spinal cord injury.”

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South Beach Wine and Food Festival gets better every year By Betty Alvarez

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Every year I get the priveledge to attend the South Beach Wine and Food Festival’s Grand Tasting Village and this year it did not disappoint. The day started out a little rainy but thank goodness that it subsided around 11 a.m. Rain, rain go away! I want to eat and drink today!! For those who are not familiar with my yearly routine on this festival, I am going to explain further.

First get there early, somewhere in the midst of 9:30 a.m.-10 a.m.since the area outside the tasting tent opens at 11 a.m. It’s a process on where to park, make the line, get your bag and glass etc. Most important thing is where to park which depending on what time you arrive at Miami Beach could be difficult but if you get there early you can find parking easily via Pay As You Park instead of the overpriced flat fee parking. It will save you a lot of headaches if you plan to leave as soon as you are done for the day.

Then you have to wait in line until the gates open to the tasting area. This is a good opportunity to make your calls, get to know other people or tourists or just wait. Just remember, the people who get in first are the VIP’s with Fast Access cards then for the others, they will get in after.

Once inside the area, there is a cornucopia of seminars, tastings of food and cocktails everywhere you see. And this is before the Grand Tasting tent opens which is at 1 p.m.

When it is close to 1 p.m., once has to be already by the second gate. However, they let the first people in and they get escorted to the second tent. When the gates of the second tent opened, the variety of food and drinks were ready to be devoured.

Food from every restaurant imaginable, wine, spirits, champagne, and deliciously desserts from all kinds have gone through my mouth that day. It was a packed house but what can you expect from South Beach Wine and Food Festival. Truly, this is an even no one has to miss.

I got my fix of food, liquor and seeing friends I have not seen in such a long time. The festival always seem to amaze me from the various decorative settings on either the alcohol and cuisine tables to the free giveaways.

This year was truly another year of great fun, food, celebrities under the great hot sun.

Kudos SOBE Wine and Food Festival! Until next year!!!

Locals Only! 8 Day 2 WMC 2012 3/17/12

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Locals Only! 8 Day 2 WMC 2012
Saturday, March 17, 2012, Noon-5am
The Chesterfield Hotel
855 Collins Ave
Miami Beach, FL 33139

This is Miami. These are the Locals. Locals Only! is the only WMC event that exclusively features Miami DJs, Producers, and Vocal Artists for 8 years running. Day 2 gets even bigger, going all day and all night long. The talent is local, but everyone is welcome in this house!

Featuring:
DJ Diaga – (22 Productions)
JP Rigaud – (jprigaud.com, mixcloud.com/jprigaud)
DJ Nova – (Miami, Black Nation Recordings, Ds and Cs)
Andre Soul – (Soul Simple, Miami House Movement)
DJ Rain – (Miami)
DJ Aladdin – (emerge recordings, Deep Haven Music)
DJ Erv – (NYC-Miami,Deep Down Productions)
Dennis Baker – (Dennis Baker & SoulXpres – SoulXpres Music (Miami), SoulStar(Germany))
SoulXpres Live PA – (SoulXpres Music (Miami), SoulStar(Germany))
Sela Vee – (Wasani House, Sasa African Dance Theater, Miami)
Chilly – (Dolce, Miami)
DJ Chris – (Miami, NY, NJ)
Soul P – (Dolce, Miami)
Rossilive – (Rossilive)
Beppe Gioia – (ssradio,Seed,Sofitone,Miami/Italy)
Guillermo Simo – (Segafredo l’originale-Miami Beach,Uruguay)
SoulHarmony – (Miami)
James Stratus – (EDM Productions, jamesstratus.com)

Locals Only! 8
8 Years
2 Days
20+ Miami Local Artists
999,999,999 Friends in the House
1,000,000,029 Reasons to be there

Locals Only! 8 Day 1 plus Sunset Sessions Reunion WMC 2012 3/16/12

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Soul Of Miami Recommended!

Locals Only! 8 Day 1 plus Sunset Sessions Reunion WMC 2012
Friday, March 16, 2012, 6pm-5am
The Chesterfield Hotel
855 Collins Ave
Miami Beach, FL 33139
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This is Miami. These are the Locals. Locals Only! is the only WMC event that exclusively features Miami DJs, Producers, and Vocal Artists. Join us for the 8th year for this start of this massive 2 day event! Sunset Sessions is back at the Chesterfield Hotel! So much fun, so many memories, so many friends made way back then! Come out and relive the vibe for one night only in 2012!

Alan Stenback – (Cable Recordings, soundcloud.com/alans, Miami)
DJ Soozin – (Pulse)
Sebastian Cariaga – (Escada Music)
Andrew Chibale – (Salted Music, Grouper Recordings)
Dinosaur Gumball Machine aka *Josh Morelli (soundcloud.com/dinosaur-gumball-machine)
James Stratus – (EDM Productions, jamesstratus.com)
Ivan Barreto – (Fuego, Miami)
Brad Strickland – (Miami)
Gabriel Alvarez – (Miami)

Locals Only! 8
8 Years
2 Days
20+ Miami Local Artists
999,999,999 Friends in the House
1,000,000,029 Reasons to be there

Music Week at Clevelander 3/15-26/12

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Music Week
March 15-26
Party until 5:00AM
Clevelander South Beach
1020 Ocean Drive
Miami Beach, FL 33139
www.clevelander.com

Music Week is quickly approaching.. Are you ready? It’s 10 non-stop days including 24 parties, sensational indoor and outdoor venues, and a DJ lineup like you wouldn’t believe. Mark your calendar and get your sleep in now, because pretty soon you’ll be dancing to the music in the center of it all.

On March 16th, we’re starting the party off right with our Opening Party on the rooftop terrace with Radio4by4 at 9PM. Each day of Music Week we’ll be hosting different DJ’s, live bands, and electrifying entertainment until 5AM. You definitely don’t want to miss out on the most exciting week of the year!

If you want minute-by-minute updates, cool pictures of things happening now, or specials deal, check us out on Facebook and Twitter!

We have exciting live entertainment 7 days a week, 365 days a year. If you want to learn more about the events going around property, contact (786) 276-5325 or e-mail events@clevelander.com.

Miami Wine and Spirits Expo-in its second year even better than ever By Betty Alvarez

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South Florida saw a happy return of the annual Miami Wine and Spirits Expo. The spectacular event debuted last year. This year, it as fully loaded with a slew a great brands and on the heels of the success of their first run, the event was more dynamic and more “Miami” with additional elements, events and surprises.

The show is the brainchild of the seasoned team that has combined their unique experience in the spirits industry and visits to expos all over the world. Upon noticing an obvious void in the marketplace, the choice was made to launch and create a place where all brands would convene, under one roof in true “exhibit” style.

The event was conceptualized and created as an annual trade and consumer event held on Miami as a culmination to delight the taste buds of consumer and educate the trade on “what is out there.” With the show being held at the height of the season, the organizers have aimed once again to brin the world best producers of Beer, Wine and Spirits.

Celebrate The Pocket Guide To Miami Architecture at The Betsy 3/8/12

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Evening Of Arts On Ocean Drive: Betsy South Beach To Celebrate The Pocket Guide To Miami Architecture With Author Judith Mcbrien And Illustrator John Desalvo
March 8 At 8 Pm
The Betsy South Beach
1440 Ocean Drive
Miami Beach
305-760-6902
www.thebetsyhotel.com

Artist Andrew Reid To Exhibit Work In Underground Gallery

The Betsy- South Beach will host an exhibition and book signing reception to honor the release of the Pocket Guide To Miami Architecture (W.W. Norton, $24.95) with author Judith Paine McBrien and illustrator John F. DeSalvo, on Thursday, March 8 at 8PM. An illustration of The Betsy’s façade is included in the book and will be on display along with drawings of many other local buildings. The event is free and open to the public.

Hosted by General Manager Jeff Lehman, Betsy’s event is part of an Evening of Arts Programs on Ocean Drive that begins at 7 pm with a lecture at the Miami Design Preservation League, 1001 Ocean Drive by author and scholar Joan Kahr on Edgar Brandt’s legendary Art Deco Ironwork. At 8 pm Betsy will host the book signing and display of book illustrations (for the Pocket Guide), as well as present a related art opening of the work of local artist, Andrew Reid, in the Underground Gallery. Live music from kazz pianist Max Farber and singer Mariana Martin will be featured throughout the evening.

The guidebook organizes 100 architectural highlights into walking tours of Miami and Miami Beach; covering exemplary examples of both historic and contemporary buildings in Coral Gables, Coconut Grove, Downtown Miami, Buena Vista and Overtown, as well as Miami Beach. Books will be available for purchase onsite from Books & Books.

John DeSalvo’s Illustrations from the book will be projected virtually onto a big screen with several selections displayed on easels. Concurrently, Betsy’s Underground Gallery will display maquettes and sectional drawings of large pieces of public art from installations by artist Andrew Reid. Both artists will be present to greet the public and answer questions.

These events are presented under the auspices of The Betsy-South Beach’s Philanthropy, Arts and Culture Program. Believing that public spaces can be more than waiting areas, the vision for the property extends beyond the traditional construct of a hotel; as such, Betsy celebrates the arts through a wide range of programs, and has a very special focus on poetry and literature. Over the past three years, the hotel has become a catalyst for energized discourse, innovative thinking, and charity, and has worked with over 200 nonprofit partners in the region.

The Betsy South Beach Presents Music Calendar March 2012

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The Betsy South Beach Presents Music Calendar March 2012

The Betsy South Beach continues to welcome South Florida music lovers with free and open to the public performances throughout the month of March. With regularly scheduled performances on Wednesday and Thursday evenings at 8 pm. featuring great jazz and blues, as well as special performances by classical and other artists, The Betsy has become known throughout the South Florida arts community as a destination for great music in a relaxed convivial environment.

On Wednesday evenings (March 7, 14, 21, and 28) guests enjoy old school blues from Big Poppa E. On Thursday, March 1, 15, 22 and 29, Adrenaline, a jam band composed of drummer Reuben Hoch, Hammond B3 guru Ken Burkhart and guitarist Tom Lipincott, takes listeners on a musical journey while never ignoring its rhythmic roots. On Thursday, March 8 Brazilian jazz vocalist Mariana Martin, will be accompanied by Max Farber on piano. All performances are from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m.

Performances take place in the hotel’s bustling Lobby Bar, which offers the perfect gathering spot for experiencing these stellar entertainers. Attendees can enjoy delicious signature cocktails and a bar menu provided by BLT Steak, the Betsy’s acclaimed in-house dining destination.

For more information call 305-760-6902 or visit online www.thebetsyhotel.com. Schedule changes monthly and there is no cover or minimum.

Van Dyke Upstairs Music Calendar Featuring National Performers March 2012

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Van Dyke Upstairs Music Calendar Featuring National Performers
March 2012

3/1; Michael Allman With The Marshall Brother Band; Miami & Broward’s Only Appearance Of Greg Allman’s Son. Come & Relive The Allman Brothers;
3/2; hey Elsten Torres Quartet; Two Time Grammy Nominated;
3/3; Bobby Stringer; Extraordinary Soul & R&B;
3/4; La Nueva Onda Latina Series; Hosted By Adrian Guerra; Showcasing The Finest In Latin; Rock And Pop;
3/5; Freddy Cleo Featuring Lina; The Quintessential Piano Man &; Vocalist Entertainer Who Knows; Your Favorite Songs By Heart;
3/6; The Miami Jazz Project Featuring Arthur Barron; All-Star Ensemble Of South Florida Musicians. Latin Fused Tempos For Jazz Lovers Of All Ages;
3/7; Jack Siegel; Swing, Bop And Brazilian; Troy Roberts Nu-Jive; An All Original R&B/Soul Supergrooves Jam Band;
3/8; Troy Roberts Nu-Jive; An All Original R&B Soul Supergrooves Jam Band;
3/9; Sammy Figueroa & The Latin Jazz Explosion; Double Grammy Nominees; With Legendary Percussionist;
3/10; Rhythm & Blues Series; Ike & Val; Soul & Blues Revue;
3/11; Latin Jazz Series; Oriente; Afro-Cuban Rhythm & Soul;
3/12; The Aaron Lebos Reality; New Group With New Tunes Getting Ready To Record His 2nd All Original Album In June;
3/13; Fox Brothers:; Nuevo Flamenco, Pop, South American Grooves And Originals.;
3/14; Allan Harris Band; Nyc Vocalist Returns To; Florida!;
3/15; Felipe Lamoglia And Iresounds; Contemporary Fusion Of Afro Cuban; Jazz, Rumba And Guaganco;
3/16; Sofy Encanto & The Elastic Bond; Latin Soulful Groovesters Even Your Mom Would Like;
3/17; Negroni’s Trio & Dr. Ed Calle; The Trio Combines Progressive Jazz Elements, Pop And Latin Music;
3/18; Cuban Music Series; Conjunto Progreso; Grammy Nominated Cuban Son; & Descargas Cubanas;
3/19; Classic Rock Series; Chris Alvy Band; Come Listen To Live Performance Of; The Best 60’S & 70’S Hits Featuring; Special Guests Fernando Perdomo,; Todd Taulbee, Ana Valenzuela And; Darrell Kiilingsworth. Featuring; The Music Of The Beatles; Versus The Rolling Stones;
3/20; Gary Campbell, Martin Bejerano, Eric England, And Rodolfo Zuniga; 21st Century Mainstream; Jazz Swinging Original Compositions; And Jazz Standards;
3/21; Bobby Lee Rodgers Trio; Bobby Fuses Rock, Funk, Jazz And; Blues Into A Magical Mystery; Tapestry;
3/22; Rene Toledo Quartet; Featuring Ed Calle On Sax,; Julio Hernandez On Bass &; Nomar Negroni On Drums;
3/23; Lanzallamas!; Afro-Latin-America World; Beat Mezcla;
3/24; Juanita Dixon; Featuring The Bob Grabowsky Band;
3/25; Songwriter Nights Series; Hosted By Randy Singer Featuring; The Best Acoustic Singers &; Songwriters In South Florida Where; The Concert Turns Into A Party!;
3/26; Mike Levine; “Thinking Of You” Cd Release Party; For Mike’s New Smooth Jazz Project;
3/27; Randy Singer’s “AIRPLAY” Featuring Nyc Jazz Harmonica; Player William Gallison;
3/28; Matt Farr; Soul Of The Piano Man & Vocals. Your; Favorite Piano Songs And Originals;
3/29; Joshua Stedman Band; Original Pop Hit Songwriter;
3/30; Soul Lounge Featuring Kinetic; Neo Nu Soul Funk And More;
3/31; Phoenix Rivera; Latin Funk And Fusion Jazz. Original Rhythms With A New York Sound!

Bass Museum of Art Announces Beats after Sunset 3/2/12

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Bass Museum of Art Announces… Beats after Sunset
Friday, March 2, 2012, 8-11pm
Bass Museum of Art
2100 Collins Ave
Miami Beach, FL 33139
Admission: $8, $6 seniors & students, free for members, Miami Beach residents and children under 6.

The first Friday of every month on the terrace. Enjoy exhibitions on view: Erwin Wurm & selections from the permanent collection. Guest Dj, mixologist and complimentary specialty cocktails (21+)
After-party in partnership with CHALK.

For more Info: www.bassmuseum.org or call 305.673.7530
Members: Free

Ongoing from the Permanent Collection
Egyptian Gallery – The Egyptian Gallery is permanently housed in a 460 sq. ft. first floor gallery. On exhibit from the museum’s permanent collection are the inner and outer sarcophagi, mummy and fourteen objects of Egyptian antiquity, including a gift to the museum and long-term loans from the Brooklyn Museum, Lowe Art Museum and private collections.

Located in Miami Beach, the Bass Museum of Art offers a dynamic year-round calendar of exhibitions presenting contemporary art, works of art from its permanent collection of Renaissance and Baroque paintings, sculpture and textiles and newly opened Egyptian Gallery. Artist’s projects, educational programs, lectures, concerts and free family days complement the works on view. Founded in 1963 when the City of Miami Beach accepted a collection of Renaissance and Baroque works of art from collectors John and Johanna Bass, the collection was housed in an Art Deco building designed in 1930 by Russell Pancoast. Architect Arata Isozaki designed an addition to the museum that doubled its size from 15,000 to 35,000 square feet between 1998 and 2002. Most recently, the museum selected internationally acclaimed Oppenheim Architecture + Design to lead its first phase of design and renovation tied to the 2010 completion of Miami Beach’s highly anticipated Collins Park. Oppenheim redesigned and relocated the museum’s arrival area to flow from and into the new park on Collins Avenue. For more information, please visit http://www.bassmuseum.org

The Bass Museum of Art is generously funded by the City of Miami Beach, Cultural Affairs Program, Cultural Arts Council; Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade County Mayor and Board of County Commissioners; John S. and James L. Knight Foundation; and sponsored in part by the State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs, the Florida Council on Arts and Culture and the Friends of the Bass Museum.

Queen Lounge South Beach Art Mixology Coming March 2012

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Queen Loungeâ„¢
841 Washington Avenue
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
www.queenloungemiami.com
(786) 619-5412
See the Coming Soon Video here: http://vimeo.com/35374442.

Coming Soon – “Cocktails, Fancy Bites, Fashion and Music” – Queen Loungeâ„¢ announced today that it will open to the public this March, 2012 in the heart of the Miami Beach Fashion District, at 841 Washington Avenue, as a newly-renovated, European-inspired contemporary art and mixology lounge.

Boasting the first elite mixology locale with the highest quality of standard to open outside of a hotel in South Beach, with a team of highly-trained and experienced food, beverage and hospitality specialists to serve you; rich with welcoming European influence in both décor and attitude, Queen Lounge™ invites patrons to stop by and sip on a farm fresh, hand crafted cocktail created by Head Mixologist Thomas A. Merolla (locals will remember the good-old-[Tues]days at the Delano) who is also the Vice President of the Miami branch of the United States Bartenders’ Guild (USBG), an active international community of mixologists that any restaurant owner or beverage connoisseur would know. For the past 16 years, Thomas has been mixing it up, creating unique and savory cocktails that transport his patrons beyond the average bar experience. His cultivated skills have earned acclaim from
the National Culinary Review, Miami Herald and NBC, and have won him a People’s Choice Award for Ultimate Cocktail for a Cure.

Sip mini-bottles of champagne with straws or select from an extensive list of delicious Rosés to a backdrop of FashionTVâ„¢. Queen Loungeâ„¢ is a scene reminiscent of an evening café in Paris, or Tokyo – the place to be and be seen on any given afternoon or evening. Where else on South Beach can you be delighted by a truly artistic getaway, boogey with retro fashionistas on a Sunday afternoon, or meet and chat with artists during a reception to highlight the hottest new exhibitions of work in paintings, sculpture, design or fashion photography?

All will be truly delighted with a delicious but not over-priced and always-changing selection of international fine wines, champagnes and sexy cocktails. Ride along with Executive Chef Matthew Goldberg as he presents a delicious tasting menu of meats, cheeses and Tapas. He is an innovative Miami chef, a force to reckon with in today’s food world as he is one of the chefs bringing Miami up into competitive culinary heights, having been trained by the best and worked alongside Michelle Bernstein, he is described as a Tapas master with a penchant for Asian fusion cuisine.

Already extremely well-aligned with the local arts and entertainment scene in Miami by virtue of their active participation in organizations such as the Miami Beach Nightlife and Entertainment Task Force and the USBG, co-owners Sanaa Melissa Moussaoui and Maria Ortiz have decided to collaborate with select local galleries and curators from Miami’s hottest growing Wynwood Art District as well as hugely popular South Beach Art Deco galleries in a movement to support the Arts in the local South Beach community. This team of young and vibrant co-owners of the new Queen Lounge™ is looking forward to giving back to their South Beach neighborhood through the celebration of the arts alongside a passion for service in their exclusive new venue.

The highly anticipated opening of Queen Lounge™ will secure a long-awaited ultra-chic rendez-vous point for fashionistas, art enthusiasts and foodies alike. Due for its stylish grand opening this March, Queen Lounge™ is situated in the center of a couture shopping destination of South Beach that is concentrated between 5th and 9th from Collins to Washington Ave. The newly-renovated, European-inspired “contemporary mixology lounge” offers a setting for patrons to relax and revel in cutting-edge art and design.

Take a break from shopping to enjoy afternoon delights that linger so often into hot Miami nights on America’s own destination Riviera. “There is power in the name” says co-owner Maria Ortiz, a Miami native and an attorney with a vision for entertainment and an eye for spotting trends, of the genre and the vibe of Queen Lounge™. “Think Kate Moss. Think diva-liscious. Think of the influence and aura of powerful women; queens (and kings) in the history of art, music and fashion.”

Before officially opening to the public, Queen Lounge™ will host a variety of receptions featuring a selection of specialty cocktail and tasting menus to introduce the new location to a star-studded list of local and international artists, musicians, celebrity guests, friends and family; among them Miami’s hottest movers and shakers. Perfectly-timed for an opening during the best moment of the season for high fashion, music, art, entertainment, nightlife and therefor a large concentration of locals and tourists in the area, the soft opening receptions will include the opportunity for guests to enjoy a first taste of Queen Lounge™ during special events set to coincide with the Miami International Film Festival, Miami Winter Music Conference and Miami International Fashion and Funkshion Fashion Weeks, just to name a few. So, better get on that guest list right away! All are invited to subscribe by visiting www.QueenLoungeMiami.com.

Meet the Artist event with Juan Luis Perez 2/29/12

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Meet the Artist” event, with Juan Luis Perez
Wednesday, February 29 from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Claridge Hotel Miami Beach
3500 Collins Avenue
Free Public Parking After 6pm

Come join us at the Claridge Hotel for our monthly “Meet the Artist” event on Wednesday, February 29, 6-10pm, featuring local artist,

Juan Luis Perez

Come enjoy complimentary glass of champagne (6-7pm), passed hors d’oeuvres and happy hour-priced cash bar (6-10pm).

Mingle with local visitors and international hotel guests from all over the world while admiring the beautiful art of this very talented artist.

RSVP by Monday, February 27th.

Tel: 786-342-7105

E-mail: bmorales@claridgemiamibeach.com

IV International Art and Design Fair Espanola Way 4/15/12

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IV International Art & Design Fair Espanola Way
Sunday April 15th 2012, 2pm to 8pm
Segafredo Espanola Way
500 Espanola Way
Miami Beach, 33139

Segafredo’s Espanola Way & Drexel Irish Pub
Invite you to an International Art & Design Fair

With Plenty of Photography, Paintings, Sculptures, Jewelry, Fashion, Illustrations, Mixed Media, Entertainment and more

For More Information internationalartfair@gmail.com

J’Clark International Entertainment and Fabulous Miami presents the II International Art and Design Fair Espanola Way 2012.

International Art Design Sunday Night, April 15th
Join us for a day of Art and Design

Reserve your table Now
Exhibitor Tables will get great Exposure, media cover.
This is a great opportunity to showcase your business at Segafredo at Espanola Way, Miami Beach.

Only few Spaces Are Available starting at USD$150
From 2:00pm to 8:00pm
Bring Your Family and Enjoy Opening a Day of International Art and Design

For more information and opportunities please contact:
internationalartfair@gmail.com or Jennifer Clark : jennifer@jclarkentertainment.com

Chalk Weekly Lineup Seven Days a Week Beginning 2/28/12

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Chalk Weekly Lineup Seven Days a Week
Beginning, Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2012, 7 p.m. – 5 a.m.
Chalk Ping Pong and Billiards Lounge
1234 Washington Ave.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
305.532.8662
www.chalkmiami.com

Chalk Ping Pong and Billiards Lounge managing partners Robert Chalk, Sayra Moto and Joseph Blount are proud to announce expanded hours of operation, which include seven days of weekly programming. Beginning Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2012, the newly opened South Beach “rec room” will offer an eclectic mix of musical talent, notable hosts, theme nights, late-night happy hour, tournaments and more.

Sunday – Smash
Hosted by Edison Farrow “for girls who love boys, who love boys.” Features music by DJ Smeejay. Happy Hour pricing will be offered from 9 to 10 p.m. and includes
$4 Rokk Vodka, along with $8 Rokk Vodka specials after 10 p.m.

Monday – Chix with Stix
Ladies enjoy complimentary cocktails, ping-pong and billiards all night, in addition to music by DJ Haitian Hillbilly. Complimentary Kanon Vodka for gentlemen from 8 to 9 p.m., $5 Kanon from 9 to 10 p.m.

Tuesday – Cracker Jax
The original BANDITS crew responsible for Rokbar Thursdays’ heyday returns to South Beach with a new residency at Chalk. The evening will feature indie, modern, disco and dance musical stylings by Ray Milian and Ghosts of the Coast. Guests will enjoy Jack Daniels drink specials and weekly “Cracker Jax” giveaways.

Wednesday – Rec Room
Featuring music by DJ Keen One. Guests will enjoy happy hour pricing from 7 to 9 p.m. and 3 to 5 a.m., which includes $4 Jose Cuervo specials amd half-off drinks, ping-pong and billiards games. $6 and $8 Jose Cuervo specials throughout the rest of the evening.

Thursday – The Breaks
Come ready to bump to the beats of old-school hip-hop.

Friday
DJ Hott Pants and Andrew Ward lay down the best in indie/dance music while guests participate in a variety of weekly and monthly tournaments.

Saturday
Music by resident DJ Tom Laroc.

*The hourly rate for Ping-Pong and pool table use is $15. A $50 monthly membership is available by applying online at www.chalkmiami.com and includes perks such as advance table reservations, reduced drink and table pricing and a complimentary bottle of champagne on the member’s birthday.

Opera Films at SoundScape March 2012

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Opera Films at SoundScape
Miami Beach SoundScape ExoStage
corner of 17 Street and Washington Avenue.

City of Miami Beach Arts in the Parks presents: “Five Nights At The Opera”
The free SoundScape Cinema Series
Movies begin at 8:00 p.m. unless otherwise noted.

Five exceptional opera films on the five Thursdays of March, 2012, on the wall of the New World Center at SoundScape (500 17th Street). Films begin promptly at 7:30 p.m.

March 1: Carmen (1984) Directed by Francesco Rosi; featuring Placido Domingo and Julia Migenes

March 8: La Traviata (1983) Directed by Franco Zeffirelli, featuring Placido Domingo and Teresa Stratas

March 15: Otello (1986) Directed by Franco Zeffirelli, featuring Placido Domingo and Katia Ricciarelli

March 22: Don Giovanni (1979) Directed by Joseph Losey, featuring Ruggero Raimondi and Kiri Te Kanawa

March 29: Rigoletto (1982) Directed by Jean-Pierre Ponnelle, featuring Luciano Pavarotti and Ingvar Wixell

Nextgen Networking Social at Broken Shaker 3/7/12

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nextgen Social at Broken Shaker
Wednesday March 7, 2012 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Broken Shaker
2727 Indian Creek Drive
Miami Beach, FL 33140
Register Online

nextgen invites you to a networking social at the Broken Shaker on South Beach. Join us for a fun night with drink specials.

The event is free for nextgen members and only $20 for non-members.

Not a member? Join online today or on-site at the event, $75 makes you a member. We hope to see you there!

Photographs of South Beach Wine and Food Festival Grand Tasting on 2/25/12

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South Beach Wine and Food Festival Grand Tasting on Saturday, February 25, 2012.  This was our first year and I have to say I’m a fan. So much food, wine and liquor.  The food was all amazing and each place gave you enough to actually get a good taste.  So many wonderful wines and  I actually found a new tequila that I had not tried and really liked it, several times over.  Looking forward to next year and the next.

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DJmag at Shelborne 3/16-25/12

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DJmag @ Shelborne powered by PioneerDJ
March 16 – 25 2012
Shelborne South Beach
1801 Collins Ave
Miami Beach, FL 33139

For table and bottle service or cabana rentals email shelbornevip@meninhotels.com for reservations and deposits.

Tickets:
wantickets.com
residentadvisor.net

This year the return of Oscar G Made in Miami – Nervous opening Pool party Fri March 16, great dj’s including Jean Piere who plays tech house with a columbian latin vibe. the parties are very special this year with the new hottest DJs on the planet and closing pool party by Marco Carola (8 hour set) for our Sunday 25. Good prices, good drinks and famed Lucy’s Cantina Royal NYC for food in the newly renovated Shelborne Pool and garden area, Go in luxury with 5 friends and rent a cabana fully renovated air conditioned, with designer furnature, flat screen full private bathroom & shower.

Check out the full lineup that includes Claude VonStroke, Def Mix David Morales, Cadenza Luciano, Josh Wink, Sasha (long set), Lawler pool with Mathew Dear and more, Carl Craign Nina Kraviz Pool, Xmix Crew, Sander Kleinenberg, Heidi, James Zabiela, Catz & Dogs, Bob Sinclar and Pacha Ibiza, Maayan Nidam, Mss Jennifer, Ralph Falcon, Quentin Harris, Luca Bachetti, Soluman, MK, Jamie Jones with Lee Foss, Cajmere and many more. Come to the Shelborne for best Sound, Talent and VIBE with longer sets on South Beach.

Tuesday, March 20, 2012
Shelter featuring Timmy Regisford

Wednesday, March 21, 2012
16th Annual Ovum Party with Josh Wink, Steve Bug and Friends
DJ Mag Recession Sessions IV
Half Week Pool Parties

Thursday, March 22, 2012
Hot Creations with Jamie Jones, Lee Foss, Cajmere and Dyed Soundorom
Luciano & Friends Annual Pool Party, Digitaline live, Maayan Nidam

Friday, March 23, 2012
VIVa MUSiC with Steve LAWLER and Friends
X-Mix Productions Party

Saturday, March 24, 2012
Pacha Ibiza Presents Annual Classics Pool Party
Sasha

Sunday, March 25, 2012
MARCO CAROLA PRESENTS MUSIC ON!
This Is Miami with Sander Kleinenberg

Will Gallison at Van Dyke Upstairs 3/27/12

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Will Gallison
March 27th
Van Dyke Upstairs
846 Lincoln Road
Miami Beach, FL

Will Gallison, whose unique harmonica sound was on the themes of “Sesame Street”, “The Untouchables”, “Bagdad Café”, and hundreds of other movie scores, albums and commercials, will perform.

You may not know you know Will Galison’s music, but you do. You’ve heard his unique harmonica sound on the themes of “Sesame Street”, “The Untouchables”, “Bagdad Café” and hundreds of other movie scores, albums and commercials. Harmonica master, Toots Thielemans, called Will“The Most Original and Individual of the New Generation of Harmonica Players”

As a studio musician has recorded and/ or performed with stars as varied as Sting, Barbra Streisand, Donald Fagan, Carly Simon, Chaka Khan, Ruth Brown and Peggy Lee.

In 2004, Will and Madeleine Peyroux recorded “Got You On My Mind”, an album of standards and originals which Jazz Times called “a match made in Musical Heaven”.

Will’s video “Takin’ it Back with Barack”, which rated among the ten best campaign songs of the 2008 election season byThe Huffington Post.

Will’s latest CD, “Line Open” is a collection of his original songs, of which Carly Simon wrote: “Will is rare and generous musical being who gives from one gift to another deftly and with childlike Imagination… A ‘line open’ he is.”

Allan Harris One Show Only at Van Dyke Upstairs 3/15/12

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Allan Harris One Show Only
March 15th
Van Dyke Upstairs
846 Lincoln Road
Miami Beach, FL

Famed New York vocalist Allan Harris returns to his home town of Miami for one show only.

Allan Harris is a world-class singer, guitarist and songwriter. Perhaps best known for his interpretations of jazz standards, Allan’s smooth vocals and guitar-styling easily crosses genres, from jazz to rock to blues.

Three-time winner of the New York Nightlife Award for “Outstanding Jazz Vocalist”, Tony Bennett calls Mr. Harris “my favorite singer” and The New York Times’ Stephen Holden raves about “the protean talent that is Allan Harris.” Allan has cultivated a global following, playing for packed audiences and received outstanding reviews throughout the United States, Europe, Russia and the Far East. He is regularly featured at the world’s great music festivals, e.g. Jazz Aspen, Wien Jazz Festival in Austria and the Umbria Jazz Festival in Italy.

Allan’s Harris’s artistry transcends his diverse vocal performances. Harris has composed “Cross That River”, a full-scale musical celebrating the Old West as told through the words and music of a black cowboy, and has received a prestigious Chamber Music America Grant for that work. The theatrical production of “Cross That River” played to rave reviews during the 2009 New York Musical Theater Festival and is currently in pre-production for a long-term run in early 2011. Several original songs from “Cross That River” are also frequently featured in The Allan Harris Band’s concert performances.

In addition to music, Allan is passionate about giving back. He is a long-time supporter of the Children’s Miracle Network (helping to raise funds for children’s hospitals), and has performed many times alongside Vince Gill and Amy Grant at the Challenge Aspen Gala, an annual charity concert/golf tournament to benefit military service people who have sustained disabilities.

Michael Allman and the Marshal Brothers at The Van Dyke Upstairs 3/1/12

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Michael Allman and the Marshal Brothers
March 1st at 9pm
The Van Dyke Upstairs
846 Lincoln Road
Miami Beach, FL

Michael Allman, Greg Allman’s son, backed by the Marshal Brothers will perform.

Michael Allman is the eldest son of Southern Rock Legend Gregg Allman. That doesn’t mean that his musical path has been paved with gold. Born in Daytona Beach, Florida, he led the “Michael Allman Band” throughout most of the 1990’s before he traded it in for the serenity of domestic life. It was during this period that he faced his greatest obstacle, testicular cancer in 2002. After a full recovery, Michael decided to give music another attempt and in mid 2007 began singing and writing again. In 2008 he started recording his debut CD. During that year he kept busy while working on his CD, by making over 100 guest appearances with many different bands and musicians from coast to coast. In January 2009 he formed the “Allman-Tyler Band” w/ guitarist Tony Tyler.

After the Spring 2009 ATB tour, he went back to work on his debut CD. In the Fall of 2009, he completed and released “Michael Allman’s Hard Labor Creek” on his own All-Skinn Music Group label. With an almost ghostly likeness to his father, his world-weary voice and sheer power of the music seeps into your soul and you realize this is the real thing. Allman is planning a Spring 2010 U.S. Tour to support the CD with songs like “Circus Full of Clowns”, “If Dreams Were Money” and the unique “ Mule Named Whiskey” that will make everyone, young and old want to dance.
http://www.michaelallmanband.com/

CANCELLED Comic-Con Episode 4: A Fan’s Hope at The Fillmore Miami Beach 4/7/12

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CANCELLED

Wrekin Hill and NECA Announce Tour Dates and Theatrical Run for Morgan Spurlock’s Comic Con Episode IV: A Fan’s Hope
Saturday, April 7th / 7PM
Fillmore Miami Beach at the Jackie Gleason Theatre
1700 Washington Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33139

Admission with reserved seat tickets are $52.50 and $37.50 and go on sale Friday, February 24th / 10AM through www.livenation.com, wwwticketmaster.com or by phone 1-800-745-3000 and at the Fillmore Box Office during normal business hours (Mon. – Fri., 11AM – 6PM and during show days).

Tour Will Kick Off April 5th In Atlanta, With Theatrical And Vod Release Set For April 6th
Comes To Fillmore Miami Beach Saturday, April 7th
Tickets Onsale Friday, February 24th / 10am

Chris Ball, President and CEO of LA-based film production and distribution company Wrekin Hill Entertainment, and Joel Weinshanker, President and CEO of the National Entertainment Collectibles Association (NECA), a movie merchandising powerhouse that has become an essential tastemaker for the all-important Fanboy culture, announced initial tour dates and a theatrical/VOD day-and-date release date today for Academy Award-nominated director Morgan Spurlock’s Comic-Con Episode IV – A Fan’s Hope. The fanboy documentary will have a day-and-date release on April 6th, with a multi-city tour of the film kicking off on Thursday, April 5th.

Beginning in Atlanta, Comic-Con Episode IV – A Fan’s Hope tour stops are being planned as fan gatherings designed to recreate the “Comic Con experience.” Along with a screening of the film, each stop will include exhibitor booths, animator portfolio reviews, costumes, and panels. The film will also play in traditional theatres beginning in New York and Los Angeles on April 6th.

All dates, acts and ticket prices are subject to change without notice. All tickets are subject to applicable taxes, parking and service and handling charges.

Presented by Stan Lee, Joss Whedon and Harry Knowles, Comic-Con Episode IV – A Fan’s Hope takes a behind-the-scenes look at this amazing cultural phenomenon where fans gather by the tens of thousands annually to attend the ultimate geek mecca in San Diego — a fringe comic book convention that has grown into the pop culture event of the year. The film was produced by Spurlock, Jeremy Chilnick, Matthew Galkin, and Thomas Tull; and written by Spurlock and Chilnick.

Noted Ball: “We are truly excited to release this fascinating documentary day-and-date in both traditional theaters and via the increasingly popular VOD platform. Partnering with NECA and adding in a live tour element to the film’s release will give audiences a multi-dimensional look at the Comic Con experience.”

Commented Spurlock: “This film is a geek-tastic celebration of dreams and wonder. Comic-Con is not just an event it is a state of mind, and this film shows why we love it and what everyone else has been missing.”

Comic-Con Episode IV – A Fan’s Hope is the latest title to be added to Wrekin Hill and NECA’s partnership whereby the two companies join to distribute four to five titles theatrically each year. They have previously worked together on such films as Spencer Susser’s HESHER, starring Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Natalie Portman, and Rainn Wilson; and Alexandre O. Phillipe’s documentary comedy The People Vs George Lucas.

Save Our Children 3/1/12

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“Save Our Children”
Thursday March 1st 6-9pm
Foxhole
1426A 14th Court
South Beach
Cost: $25 Cash
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Free Pinnacle Vodka Drinks, Light Bites, Raffle/Auction

Come out and party with your South Florida friends and help save our children! If you haven’t been to Foxhole yet this is your chance. It’s a great new venue for locals. This a fundraiser for the Children’s Cancer Caring Center. The CCCC is a 46 year old South Florida charity which provides free cancer care for families with special needs. Through the years the CCCC has saved thousands of lives and we need your help now more than ever. The event is sponsored by Pinnacle Vodka. $25 at the door gets your free drinks and light bites. As usual we will have an extensive raffle and silent auction. Street parking and valet available for $10.

For More Info or to donate visit our website: www.CaringIsTheKey.org

Hosted by Jeff Berardelli of CBS4, Courtney Brooks, Christy Nelson, Abby Symonds, Lindsay Lioz, Stephanie Rosado, Chris Cakov, Jason Hanussak, Christopher Joshua, Sarah March, Kubs Lalchandani, Cristina Parsons, Cindy Amador, Bette Ann Schlossberg, Ramon Crespo

Van Dyke Cafe Artist Showcase/Singer songwriter night 2/26/12

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Van Dyke Cafe Artist Showcase/Singer songwriter night
feb 26th, 2012 , 9pm-1am
van dyke cafe
846 Lincoln Road
Miami Beach, FL 33139
www.thevandykecafe.com

Van Dyke Cafe Artist Showcase/Singer songwriter night!
9pm-12:1am
Hosted By Randy Singer

Join us for another monthly edition of our acclaimed Singer Songwriter Artist Showcase. “Where the concert turns into a party!”

Featuring
Bellinas
Rachel Faro
Adrian Guerra (of La Onda Latina)
Cynthia Nilson
Blue Sky Drive!
Hailee

Sponsored By Miami Music Authority And Jason Klein Cpa
Novell Nu Soul