MANO Fine Art presents Two More Lovers 2/15/14

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MANO Fine Art presents Two More Lovers
Saturday, 02/15/2014 – 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Two-More-Lovers-Final-invite_edited-1MANO Fine Art Project Space
4225 SW 75 Ave (2nd Flr),
Miami, Florida 33155
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Cost: Free

Two More Lovers…imaginary, unexpected and extraordinary. MANO Fine Art celebrates LOVE with an exhibition about and for lovers of all ages. Six artists embrace the myriad shades and underlying range of emotions and attitudes invoked by love from interpersonal to pleasure with contemporary interpretations. However, it is the contemplation and admiration of enthusiastic lovers holding each other closely so as to feel the indentation of their love that dominates the exhibition.

Exhibiting Artists:
Chenco | Daniel Garcia | MANO | Maria Sonia Martin | Nate Dee | Silvina Castillo

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

People’s Choice Student Art Winners Exhibit at McCormick Place 3/7/14

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People’s Choice Student Art Winners Exhibit at McCormick Place
Friday, 03/07/2014 – 06:00 pm – 10:00 pm
ACND-First-Friday-Downtown-Mar-7-2014McCormick Place
111 SW 3rd St,
Miami, Florida 33130
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ACND Prep will hold its inaugural People’s Choice Winners Exhibit celebrating the artwork of emerging student artists who participated in the school’s 5th Annual Middle School Art Festival. The winners, announced at www.acnd.net on February 14th, will be celebrated at a special reception at McCormick Place in Downtown Miami as part of First Friday Art Walk in Downtown Miami – a free community event. The special presentation at 7:30 p.m. will be followed by a tour of resident artist studios of Eleazar Delgado, Monique Lassooij, Andrea Beloff, Eva Avila, Andres Conde, Karen Kim, and more.

About McCormick Place:

The original building, constructed in 1924, was first a US Customs Warehouse serving as storage of confiscated goods and look-out post for the nefarious characters coming into Miami via the Biscayne Bay and the Miami River. The property was purchased in 1970 by Edward J. McCormick, Sr. ’59 (alumnus of ACND Prep) and dedicated to his father, Dr. James McCormick. Now, three generations later, Sean McCormick is reviving both this venue and the Downtown area, creating an epicenter for the cultural crossroads of Miami. McCormick Place is a vibrant production-based event space and houses studios of various well known artists.

To learn more about this event, visit www.acnd.net.

Cochon 555 Miami 2014

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Goose Island Beer Company welcomed hundreds of guests to The Four Seasons Hotel and Cochon 555 this past Sunday afternoon. Cochon 555 is a tour that celebrates the sustainable farming of heritage breed pigs. Five chefs, Five pig breeds, Five wineries.  A cooking competition between five local chefs was the centerpiece of the event, but there were plenty of other activities and stations to check out.

My wife and I started with the Goose Island “Goose Nest” where the brewery paired two of its vintage ales with Foie Gras and other Duck items. But the rest of the event was focused on the pigs. Chefs Aaron Brooks, Conor Hanlon, Bradley Herron, Dena Marino and Jose Mendin each made five or six dishes for the guests to try. They were scattered throughout the banquet hall with other areas of interest to visit in between.

One of my personal favorites was “The Perfect Manhattan” station which was serving up terrific cocktails made with Templeton Rye and a few other terrific bourbons. There was a “Pop-Up Butcher Shop” where one of the pigs was butchered in a demonstration benefiting Johnson & Wales University. The butchered pig was sold on the spot. Oh yeah, and before the pig was cut up, the dudes from Miami Ink tattooed it with a Cochon 555 themed piece of art!

A cocktail competition called Punch Kings was another very popular spot. Five drinks using Breckenridge Bourbon were created for everyone to try. There were cheese stations, oysters, killer Prosciutto by Prosciutto di Parma, and several wineries. I did not miss the opportunity to sip on some Four Roses Bourbon either.

In the end, Chef Jose Mendin from Pub Belly prevailed as the winning “Prince of Porc!”

Great event! Can’t wait for next year.

Valentines Day with Ricky C performing Live at Penthouse 50 in the Icon Brickell 2/14/14

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Valentines Day with Ricky C performing Live at PENTHOUSE 50 in the Icon Brickell
Friday, 02/14/2014 – 10:00 pm – 05:00 am
02_14_14_Penthouse_50Fifty Ultra Lounge
485 Brickell Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33131
RSVP Link
Cost: Free

Ricky C performing Live On David Garay’s VIP list: Complimentary Admission from 10pm until 12am with a valid ticket

Sounds by: DJ Lazardi (House music at the Pool Terrace)
& DJ Nikolas (Open Format in the Indoor Loft)
Javi C
Androz
Mikey

Fifty stories up, FIFTY reigns as Icon Brickell’s most exclusive lookout point: a spectacular, Asian-inflected private pool and lounge atop the hotel tower. Open Thursday through Saturday evenings, FIFTY is the ultimate downtown gathering spot for locals and guests alike to enjoy cocktails before or after dinner at Viceroy Miami’s spectacular restaurant, Eos, or as a prelude to a night on the town. Late night, the rooftop lounge plays host to an international who’s who, featuring a rotating roster of some of Miami’s top DJs and an ambiance that’s chic, sexy and quintessentially Miami.

FIFTY’s stunning interiors are layered with grained marbles and woods, Japanese woodblock-inspired prints and plants, with salt air and fresh floral blossoms scenting the sky-high atmosphere. From nearly every angle, the boundless view of Biscayne Bay below underlines FIFTY’s unparalleled perspective atop Viceroy Miami.

ASDA Winter Postage Stamp Show 2/14/14

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ASDA Winter Postage Stamp Show
Friday, 02/14/2014 – 02/16/2014 10:00 am – 06:00 pm
flfacebookcoverBroward County Convention Center
1950 Eisenhower Blvd,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33316
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

The ASDA’s Annual Winter Postage Stamp Show will be held for the first time ever at The Broward County Convention Center in Fort Lauderdale Florida,. The show is now located centrally between West Palm Beach and Miami. The Broward County Convention Center is just 5 minutes from the Fort Lauderdale Airport and 1 minute from the sun and sand. The Show dates are February 14-16, 2014, show hours are 10:00am to 6:00pm Friday and Saturday and 10:00am to 3:00pm on Sunday.

Karaoke for a cause 2/26/14

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Karaoke for a cause!
Wednesday, 02/26/2014 – 06:00 pm – 10:00 pm
ypc_charityoke_02-10-14The Stage
170 NE 38th St,
Miami, Florida 33136
Webpage Link
Cost: $10

Belt out your favorites with the Musicians On Call Young Professionals Committee during their first fundraiser of the year. Proceeds will help sponsor a hospital room where a Musicians On Call volunteer performs weekly.

Musicians On Call brings live and recorded music to the bedsides of patients in healthcare facilities.

50th Anniversary Coconut Grove Arts Festival 2/16/14-2/18/14

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50th Anniversary Coconut Grove Arts Festival

Titled “Paraiso” (Portuguese for “paradise”), world-renowned artist Romero Britto created the Coconut Grove Arts Festival 50th Anniversary Poster.
Titled “Paraiso” (Portuguese for “paradise”), world-renowned artist Romero Britto created the Coconut Grove Arts Festival 50th Anniversary Poster.

February 16-18, 2013, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. daily
Coconut Grove, Florida.
McFarlane Road down South Bayshore Drive
$10 per person per day
$5 for Coconut Grove Residents
Children 12 and under are free.
www.CGAF.com

The Coconut Grove Arts Festival® will celebrate 50 years of history and tradition in the arts, featuring internationally acclaimed Brazilian Artist Romero Britto as this year’s poster artist. The Arts Festival will host more than 380 international artists, all exhibiting their finest work. In addition to world-class art, entertainment will include live musical performances by pop sensation Cris Cab and culinary demonstrations by local chef favorites such as Giorgio Rapicavoli of Miami’s Eating House.

The Coconut Grove Arts Festival® celebrates 50 years of culture and tradition this President’s Day weekend by enticing and satisfying Miami’s imagination and appetite for visual, culinary and performing arts. The 50th anniversary three-day event promises to bring the most talented and creative artists from all over the world to Coconut Grove on February 16-18, 2013. In honor of the festival’s half-century milestone, the festival committee has selected world-renowned Brazilian artist Romero Britto to create the official poster for the 2013 festival.

“Coconut Grove was home to my very first studio in Miami, and I am truly humbled to be a part of the 50 year celebration of one of Miami’s oldest tradition in the arts,” said Britto. Despite being an international sensation, Britto is no stranger to the Coconut Grove Arts Festival. In 2007, Britto first collaborated with the festival by creating its official poster. His work, “Coconut Grove Bay,” was inspired by the city of Miami‘s beauty, beaches, and tranquility. The painting serves as a token of Britto’s appreciation to the vibrant city and artistic culture of the area.

“Our festival is truly a celebration of the all forms of the arts, introducing masters in all mediums and genres,” said Monty Trainer, president of the Arts Festival. “Locals and visiting guests alike will appreciate the internationally celebrated visual, musical and culinary collections.”

Complementing the visual arts on display will be the musical talents of Miami-native pop-star Cris Cab, who will perform his fusion of pop, reggae and soul on the main stage in Peacock Park. At only 19 years old, Cab’s recent accolades include being the mentee of internationally acclaimed producer Pharell Williams, recording alongside Wyclef Jean and supporting acts like O.A.R. Matisyahu, T-Pain, and Gym Class Heroes. He was also recently named by MTV as one of “The Most Criminally Overlooked Artists of 2012,” with his recently released full-length mix-tape “Echo Boom” receiving more than 300,000 downloads last year.

In addition to the entertainment, festival attendees can also satisfy their appetites for gourmet cuisine in the popular Culinary Pavilion. This area of the festival invites nationally renowned chefs to prepare their famous specialty dishes. This year’s chefs will represent the hottest restaurants and hotels from South Florida, including popular local chef Giorgio Rapicavoli, founder of the pop-up restaurant Eating House, and winner of The Food Network’s “Chopped”. Chef Douglas Rodriguez of de Rodriguez Cuba, Chef John Richards of TUYO and the Short Chef™, among many others, will also be participating in this year’s festival.

Poetry Buffet presenting Diego Quiros 2/10/14

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Poetry Buffet presenting Diego Quiros
Monday, February 10, 2014, 7-9 pm
CrepeMaker Café
76 Miracle Mile
Coral Gables
Please RSVP at dclocicero@gmail.com and include your phone number. If you RSVP, but cannot attend, please let us know. If you have any questions or suggestions, contact Cara at readpoemswithme@gmail.com.

“You need not be a poet to attend, just a writing enthusiast!”

Join us in celebration of a New Year at The Poetry Buffet, as we present poet, artist, and photographer Diego Quiros. Diego was born in Havana, spent his early childhood in Spain and traveled to the United States to the United States by himself at age 10. As a teenager he was drawn to photography. His interest in chemistry, optics and electronics led him to study physics and math, which eventually led to an Engineering degree. His photographs have been featured in the Miami New Times, Google Earth, Yahoo Weather, and most recently, on a six-page interview with South Florida Opulence Magazine. He has taken part on solo and collaborative installations in Miami, Chicago and New York. Diego is also an accomplished writer, he published a collection of poems under the title “Alchetry” in 2009. The book had a run of 500 copies, which were mostly sold at local bookstores and online. He has also read his poetry on public radio, the New World Symphony, and at various local venues.

Admission to The Poetry Buffet includes a complimentary glass of wine and fixed price menu with a choice of:

Small Entree & Dessert Crepe Combos still only $12.99/pp with a small drink.
or
Regular-size Entree & Dessert Crepes $15.99/pp, with a large fountain drink or coffee/tea and chips.

Joan Cobb Marsh Exhibits New Collection of Oil Paintings of Miami, New York, Cape Cod and Mexico 2/15/14

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Joan Cobb Marsh Exhibits New Collection of Oil Paintings of Miami, New York, Cape Cod and Mexico
Saturday, 02/15/2014 – 06:00 pm – 09:00 pm
Marsh_back_v3Williams McCall Gallery
110 Washington Avenue, CU-3,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

Joan Cobb Marsh, widely admired painter’s painter, introduces a new collection of oil paintings inspired by her travels to Miami, New York, Cape Cod, and Mexico at the Williams McCall Gallery South of Fifth. Kicking off with an artist reception that is open to the public on Saturday, February 15th at 6 pm, the exhibit will run until March 5th.

Adrienne Arsht Center 8th Anniversary Gala 4/5/14

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Adrienne Arsht Center 8th Anniversary Gala
Saturday, 04/05/2014 – 06:30 pm - 
Adrienne Arsht Center
1300 Biscayne Blvd.,
Miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link
Cost: $2,500

Actor and singer Kevin Spacey will take the stage of the Adrienne Arsht for a special performance at the Center’s Annual Gala on April 5, 2014. The Center will transform the Knight Concert Hall into an intimate dining and performance space, providing a one-of-a-kind setting for this special evening. The event’s attire is black tie. Limited table and sponsorship opportunities are available for $50,000 and $25,000 and individual tickets are available for $2,500.

Two of South Florida’s most prominent philanthropists, Swanee and Paul DiMare, will chair the 2014 Gala event and the institution’s name benefactor, Adrienne Arsht, will serve as honorary chair. Margaret and Mike Eidson are co-chairs and Margarita and Armando Codina are Gala sponsors. An esteemed group of Miami arts leaders have also joined as co-chairs, including: Ana-Marie and Robert Barlick; Cathy and Jeff Bartel; Trish and Dan Bell; Bunny Bastian; Louis Brais, Bouygues Civil Works Florida; Paula and Bob Brockway, Mercedes Benz of Coral Gables and Old Cutler Bay; James Ferraro; Tina and Robert Furniss-Roe, Bacardi U.S.A.; Sue Miller on behalf of the Miller Family Foundation; Gilberto Neves, Odebrecht USA; Barton G. Weiss, Barton G.; Jason Williams, Wells Fargo Private Bank; Colson Hicks Eidson; Meidar and Alfi Family Foundation; Stearns Weaver Miller Weissler Alhadeff & Sitterson. P.A.; and University of Miami. Major support for the event is provided by Bacardi and the Miami Herald. Gala proceeds will support the Center’s mission-driven arts education and community outreach programs.

For more information about corporate and individual sponsorship opportunities or to RSVP for the event, please call (786) 468-2020 or email advancement@arshtcenter.org.

Wacoal Fit For The Cure At Macy’s 2/27/14

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Wacoal Fit For The Cure® At Macy’s
Thursday, 02/27/2014 – 02/27/2014 11:00 am – 05:00 pm
WACOAL_FFTC_S14Macy’s Pembroke Lakes Mall
11605 Pines Blvd,
Pembroke Pines, Florida 33026
Eventbrite Link
Cost:

Join Macy’s and Wacoal as we host in-store Fit for the Cure® bra fitting events at select Macy’s locations. Whether you’re looking for a great basic bra or a new style, Wacoal and Macy’s fit experts are ready to help during complimentary fittings. For every woman who receives a complimentary fitting from a trained Wacoal Fit Consultant during one of the events, Wacoal donates $2 to Susan G. Komen and an additional $2 for every Wacoal or b.tempt’d by Wacoal bra or shapewear piece purchased on the event day.

For more than a decade with its landmark Fit for the Cure® program, Wacoal has educated more than half a million women about the importance of bra fit, foundation and breast health. Women should be professionally fitted for a bra at least once a year to ensure their cup and width size has not changed as a result of weight gain or loss, pregnancy, or other changes in their body. Take 15 minutes to meet with a Wacoal fit expert and contribute to an important cause. Breast cancer accounts for 26 percent of all cancers among women. A monthly breast self-examination is an important way to detect abnormalities at an early stage.

During the special fit event, a special gift awaits customers making an $80 purchase of Wacoal or b.tempt’d merchandise, while supplies last.

Megacity Events and Vitamin C present Red Art District: Charity Art Showcase benefiting Life Is Art and Virginia Key GrassRoots Festival Kick-Off Party with YOMiami inside Red Room at Shore Club Hotel 2/15/14

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redartMegacity Events and Vitamin C present Red Art District: Charity Art Showcase benefiting Life Is Art plus Virginia Key GrassRoots Festival Kick-Off Party with YOMiami
Saturday, February 15, 2014, 10pm
Shore Club Hotel – Red Room
1901 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33139
Tickets: $25 (a portion of tickets donated to Life Is Art)
Purchase Tickets Online
Save $5.00 with code “soulofmiami” for a limited time!

VIP Reception with Complimentary Drinks 10-11 PM
Bring your business card to register to win free tickets to the Virginia Key Grassroots Festival!
Dress Code: Wear Red

Art Showcase by YOMiami and Life Is Art Featuring
Ivan Roque
Rei Ramirez
Ernesto Kunde
Jay Bellicchi (Remote)

Live Entertainment: DJ Tinello

Social Media Handles: @MegaCityEvents @LifeIsArtFest @GrassrootsMiami
Event Hashtags: #RedArtDistrict #YOmiami

Photographs from the 5th Annual Wildfox Model Beach Volleyball at Lummus Park on 2/9/14

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5th Annual Wildfox Model Beach Volleyball at Lummus Park on Sunday, February 9, 2014.  This two-day event features 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, 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.

Irie Foundation Mission:  “Irie Foundation seeks to empower South Florida’s at-risk youth to lead productive lives through mentorship programs, cultural experiences and scholarship opportunities. By following the young people it serves from middle school through high school, the Foundation’s ultimate goal is to inspire and encourage its students to graduate high school, pursue higher education and develop into successful adults.”

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Photographs from Palette Miami Festival on 2/8/14

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Palette Miami Festival on Saturday, February 8, 2014.

“Palette Miami Festival is a day of celebrating what makes Miami, well…..Miami. Its neighborhoods, people, culture and flavor. This event is a Palette of everything in one, featuring local restaurants, artist, vendors, live music and performers. At Palette Miami you will sip, sample, taste, listen and experience the best of what Miami has to offer. “

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Photographs of Indochino Menswear First Miami Pop-Up at McCormick Place on 2/7/14

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Indochino Menswear First Miami Pop-Up at McCormick Place on Friday, February 7, 2014.   Indochino, the leader in custom online menswear, is coming to Miami for the first time in creating this season’s premier shopping event, the Indochino Traveling Tailor. Traveling Tailor will be in Miami for one week to provide men a VIP shopping experience as they suit up with stylish and affordable custom menswear. February 8-16, 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. weekdays, Saturdays 9 a.m. – 8 p.m. and Sundays 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Traveling Tailor provides a cool and effortless opportunity for men to discover the modern take on custom suiting. Over the course of a thirty-minute free consultation guys will: Get measured, Get styled, Discover customization options, Feel fabric samples and see the collection in-person, Build a custom suit.  Indochino custom suits start at $449, and custom shirts start at $79.

Book Your Appointment Online.

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Miami Marlins and Feeding South Florida Hosts Food Distribution 2/10/14

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Miami Marlins and Feeding South Florida Hosts Food Distribution
Monday, 02/10/2014 – 10:00 am – 02:00 pm
ayudan_logo_250x156Robert King High Towers
1407 NW 7th St.,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost: free

Miami Marlins Ayudan volunteers will deliver 837 boxes of food to seniors in the neighborhood

What: Feeding South Florida and members of Marlins Ayudan will deliver 837 boxes of nonperishable food items to Robert King High Towers, a housing agency in Little Havana on February 10, 2014. Marlins Ayudan volunteers will unload and deliver boxes of food door-to- door to each unit.

The Honorable Bruno A. Barriero, Miami-Dade County Commissioner

The boxes of food will be distributed to housing divisions, Haley Sofge (474 apartments), Martin Fine (49 apartments) and Robert King High (314 apartments).

Teatro Prometeo presents Electra 2/7/14

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Teatro Prometeo presents Electra
Friday, 02/07/2014 – 02/08/2014 08:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Electra-2Teatro Prometeo
300 NE 2nd Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

Synopsis:
Clytemnestra and her lover Aegisthus kill Agamemnon after he returns from the Trojan War. Electra and her brother Orestes plot to kill their mother and her lover to revenge Agamemnon’s death.

Director:
Fernando Calzadilla is a theater designer, dramaturg, performance scholar and artist. He has a PhD in Performance Studies from New York University where he worked closely with Richard Schechner and Diana Taylor. A native Venezuelan, Fernando has been awarded 14 times best set, costumes, or lighting designer for his work in Caracas. He is Resident Artist at Miami Theater Center, teaches East Coast Artist (ECA) Performance Workshop at New York University, and rasaboxes (actors’ training technique) at colleges and regional theaters throughout the U.S.

Eddie Shraybman: Purim Celebration 3/16/14

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Eddie Shraybman: Purim Celebration
Sunday, 03/16/2014 – 03:00 pm – 05:00 pm
Shraybman-flyerCONGREGATION BNAI ISRAEL
2200 Yamato Rd,
Boca Raton, Florida 33431
Webpage Link
Cost: 10

Violinist Eddie Shraybman will perform along with a pianist and vocalist. Eddie Shraybman is an internationally acclaimed violinist. He served as concert master for the Russian Symphony Orchestra, in the former Soviet Union. He has appeared as a soloist overseas and in the United States, including the Palm Beach Symphony.

Teatro Prometeo presents Master Workshop with Lau Lapides 2/8/14

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Teatro Prometeo presents Master Workshop with Lau Lapides
Saturday, 02/08/2014 – 11:00 am – 05:00 pm
lauMiami Dade College Wolfson Campus Auditorium
300 ne 2nd ave – 2nd floor,
miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link
Cost: $60

This exciting fast-paced master workshop will present an overview of the major national entertainment including New York and LA, and the growing need for hispanic actors for stage, film and television. Participants are welcome to bring a headshot and updated resume along with any demos for review.

9th Annual Jazz in the Gardens 3/15/14, 3/16/14

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9th Annual Jazz in the Gardens
Sunday, 03/15/2014 – 03/16/2014 03:00 pm – 12:00 am
600x800Sun Life Stadium
2269 Dan Marino Blvd.,
Miami Gardens, Florida 33056
Webpage Link
Cost: 50

An annual South Florida favorite, this year’s music, food and fun festival is headlined by LL Cool J, Jamie Foxx, Maze featuring Frankie Beverly, Trey Songz, Kelly Rowland, Mint Condition, Anthony Hamilton, Stanley Clarke, Rachelle Farrell and Boney James.

miami youngarts week 2/14/14

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miami youngarts week
Friday, 02/14/2014 – 06:00 pm – 08:00 pm
YA_Gala2013_Performance_Pedro-Portal_019.jpg1YoungArts Campus
2100 Biscayne Boulvard,
Miami, Florida 33137
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

On Friday, February 14 at 6 p.m., the National YoungArts Foundation will host a Visual Arts, Photography, Cinematic Arts and Design Exhibition, as well as Cinematic Arts Screening, as part of the YoungArts Miami program, offering South Florida’s brightest young artists life-changing experiences and scholarship opportunities. YoungArts Miami is one of the organization’s three regional programs that are also hosted in New York and Los Angeles and modeled after its signature national program, YoungArts Week, held last month in Miami where the organization is headquartered.

YoungArts Week 2014 2/15/14

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YoungArts Week 2014
Saturday, 02/15/2014 – 08:00 pm –
YA_Gala2013_Performance_Pedro-Portal_019.jpg11The Olympia Theater at the Gusman Center for the Performing Arts
174 East Flagler Street,
Miami, Florida 33131
Webpage Link
Cost: $10

On Saturday, February 15 at 8:00 p.m., the National YoungArts Foundation will host a Multidisciplinary Performance by 2014 YoungArts Winners in Dance, Music, Theatre and Voice directed by Sharon Counts (Program I). This event is part of the YoungArts Miami program, offering South Florida’s brightest young artists life-changing experiences and scholarship opportunities. YoungArts Miami is one of the organization’s three regional programs that are also hosted in New York and Los Angeles and modeled after its signature national program, YoungArts Week, held last month in Miami where the organization is headquartered. Tickets required.

MORE INFO www.youngarts.org/young-arts-miami / (305) 377-1140

Satire & Social Commentary in Industrial Sculpture 2/20/14

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Satire & Social Commentary in Industrial Sculpture
Thursday, 02/20/2014 – 02/20/2014 06:30 pm – 08:00 pm
1Broward North Regional Library Auditorium
1000 Coconut Creek Pkwy. (Bldg. 62 Room 154),
1000 Coconut Creek Pkwy, Florida Coconut Creek
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

ARTIST TALK | Taylor Pilote
Satire & Social Commentary in Industrial Sculpture
Thursday / February 20th, 2014 / 6:30pm
Broward North Regional Library Auditorium
1000 Coconut Creek Pkwy. (Bldg. 62 Room 154)
Coconut Creek, FL 33066

FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Sculptor and self-proclaimed “shop-rat” Taylor Pilote’s work is a exploration of what it means to be a young, reckless male navigating through contemporary culture with high art interests and a low brow upbringing, all under a smooth, meticulously polished exterior. After receiving his MFA from the University of South Florida Pilote has worked and exhibited throughout the U.S., Canada and Paris. Employing the visual language of automotive exteriors he attempts to conjure a variety of reactions to his materials and subject matter simultaneously as difficult or farcical issues are presented in a slick, seductive manner.

Broward College’s North Campus expands upon its inaugural 2012 / 2013 Artist Talk series with a new line-up of some of South Florida’s most groundbreaking, local and internationally acclaimed artists visual artists. Each of the up and coming and internationally renowned artists involved will present the diverse concepts and aesthetics within their respective bodies of work and direct a hands-on workshop the following night to further allow the public to experience and learn from their artistic processes.

Beats and Burlesque 2/13/14

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Beats and Burlesque
Thursday, 02/13/2014 – 02/14/2014 09:00 pm – 12:00 am
Burlesque-teaser-Ad-2Cafeina Wynwood Lounge
297 NW 23rd Street,
Miami, Florida 33127
Facebook Link
Cost: Free

Cafeina Wynwood Lounge presents, “Beats & Burlesque,” an evening for all with Aurora Natrix & her Ritz Glitz Revue! Music by Dj Sire. Valentine’s special menu available to enjoy with the shows. Dinner reservations needed.

Kick off your weekend with great cocktails, friends, tasty tapas, sounds local to international DJ’s & a classic tease by Miami’s most titillating burlesque artists plus talented beauties from Florida & beyond!

Valentine’s at Cafeina Wynwood Lounge 2/14/14

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Valentine’s at Cafeina Wynwood Lounge
Friday, 02/14/2014 – 02/14/2014 05:00 pm – 09:00 pm
90-valentines-packages2014-001Cafeina Wynwood Lounge
297 NW 23rd Street,
Miami, Florida 33127
Facebook Link
Cost: Free

Cafeina’s 2014 Valentine’s begins with a romantic wedding on the west side of the venue. We’re calling all lovers to come and enjoy special pre-fixed menus, including bubbly and palate pleasing tapas. Dj’s will spin soulful and open format beats all night. View our menu online and make your reservations soon, limited love nests available.

E11even Miami Introduces Executive Happy Hour 2/7/14

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E11even Miami Introduces Executive Happy Hour
E11evenExecFlyerMonday-Friday from 4:00p.m.-8:00p.m.
E11even Miami
29 NE 11th Street
Miami, FL

RSVP:  executivehappyhour@11miami.com

Half Price drinks, elaborate gourmet buffet, valet parking, and world class entertainers. E11EVEN MIAMI presents EXECUTIVE HAPPY HOUR, an indulgent experience of sight, sound and taste without an indulgent price. Guests can enjoy a gourmet buffet provided by celebrity Chef Carla Pellegrino of Touche’ Rooftop Lounge & Restaurant. The complimentary experience runs every Monday-Friday from 4:00p.m.-8:00p.m. starting Grand Opening week with your business card ($35 without business card). Click here for more information.

Goose Island Beer Company Presents Cochon 555 at Four Seasons Miami

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photo (12)Just cracked open a beer and poured it into my Goose Island beer glass. I know you think that’s just me lying for a good segue into this article, which is precisely why I took a picture to prove it to you!

OK, so seriously, I’ll be going to the Cochon 555 event on Sunday. And it’s going to kick ass! Read about the event, the chefs, the bourbon below. After the event, I’ll be posting pictures, entertaining commentary (duh), and whatever else I can think of. Since Goose Island is going out of their way to show you how to pair their vintage line of beers (which I adore) with all the pork, I’ll be talking about that part of the evening on my DailyBeerReview.com site. Tickets are still available. Click the link above to go to the event page if you’d like to purchase them. And heck, you see what I look like, so say hello! I’ll be the guy with the hot 40 something chick!

Four Seasons Miami, Host Venue
February 9th, 2014

COCHON US TOUR & GOOSE ISLAND BEER CO. HUMBLY PRESENT COCHON555. Over 11 tons of heritage pork raised by family farms will be served across the country in a nose-to-tail touring culinary competition. Going on its sixth year, Cochon 555 is the nation’s premier culinary tour touting the flavor and health benefits of eating heritage breed pigs. The kickoff event features an all-star lineup of five chefs, five pigs and five wineries to celebrate breed diversity and family farming. A panel of 20 expert judges and guests of the event will vote for the city’s “Prince or Princess of Porc.”

This year’s competing chefs include Jose Mendin of The Pubbelly Group, Conor Hanlon of The Dutch, Bradley Herron of Michael’s Genuine Food & Drink, Aaron Brooks of EDGE Steak & Bar and Dena Marino of MC Kitchen. The five chefs, champions to the pig, will battle it out in a friendly competition by preparing a maximum of six dishes each created from one whole heritage breed pig to win votes from a crowd of hungry gourmands and celebrated judges. Jason Pringle of db Bistro Moderne will also prepare a feature sixth pig.

Host Chef Aaron Brooks, Executive Chef at Four Seasons Hotel Miami, will lead the pack of judges in selecting Miami’s “Prince of Porc.” Other notable judges include David Thomas from The Bazaar by Jose Andres, Timon Balloo of Bocce Bar and Chef Norman Van Aken following the release of his new book, No Experience Necessary. The winner will go on to compete in the Grand Cochon at the Food & Wine Classic in Aspen in June for bragging rights as the “King or Queen of Porc” and a four-day wine experience to Rioja, Spain’s most prominent wine region.

“Heritage Breed Pigs celebrate the history of the animal and this humane treatment is something all chefs should be behind,” states Jose Mendin. “I grew up on an island where this practice is normal and eating pig is an essential part of the culture, so it just seems the only way to me. As for the event, I’m so excited to compete, I can barely stand it. Such a great line-up of chefs; I’m eager to see what everyone puts out. Game on.”

A 1200+ pound showcase of heritage pig carved into 30 chef-prepared dishes will also include: “The Goose Nest,” an area featuring the Vintage Ales of Goose Island Beer Co. paired with Hudson Valley Foie Gras; live butchering demonstration at the Pop-Up Butcher Shop with Thomas Griese of Michael Mina 74, benefitting Johnson & Wales University with the support of Williams-Sonoma; different ages of Prosciutto di Parma ranging between 14 and 30 months, sliced by a roaming Berkel and by hand off a bone-in leg; the “Punch Kings” cocktail competition featuring five local barkeeps presented by Breckenridge Bourbon; a welcome cocktail from Four Roses Bourbon; the Bourbon Bar presented by Breadcrumb by Groupon featuring Eagle Rare, Buffalo Trace, Breckenridge Bourbon, Hirsch, Templeton Rye and Luxardo; libations including Crispin Cider, Wines of Rioja, Elk Cove Vineyards, Barlow Vineyards, and a Mezcal Bar with Fidencio and Mezcales de Leyenda; a TarTare Bar featuring Creekstone Farms; an artisan cheese bar with Rogue Creamery and La Brea Bakery; Swine & Sweets signature dessert course featuring Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams.

Defending his title from last year, Host Chef Aaron Brooks will kick off the weekend on Friday night with a guest chef dinner at EDGE Steak & Bar at the Four Seasons. Event judges include David Thomas from The Bazaar by Jose Andres, Timon Balloo of Bocce Bar and Chef Norman Van Aken following the release of his new book, No Experience Necessary.

“I’m passionate about promoting food sources that support a more natural, sustainable food system,” explains Brady Lowe, founder of Cochon 555. “For the first time ever, I am very pleased to welcome Goose Island Beer Co. into the family of events as a presenting sponsor of the 2014 U.S. Tour. One event cannot change the system, but together we can celebrate the chefs and farmers who continue to tilt the scales back towards responsibly grown food.”

The COCHON 555 event is 100% inclusive and always on Sunday.

Tickets for Cochon 555 events are $125 (general admission) and $200 (VIP). GENERAL ADMISSION price includes over 30 dishes prepared from the entirety of heritage breed pigs from nose to tail, paired with premium wines, brews and spirits. Both ticket prices includes endless drink and tons of food. GA starts at 5pm. VIP starts at 4pm, and includes one-hour early access to all the food (premium access to limited experiences like Punch Kings, wines and spirits), a chance to hang with the celebrity chefs, judges and media. Everyone is invited to the After Party at Edge Steakhouse, as always.

This epic porc event is over 1200 pounds of heritage pig packed with 100% flavor! Please keep in mind we sell about 60% of tickets before the complete event details are ever released, so if you like what you see, we suggest not waiting so buy a ticket. If you are interested in being a sponsor of Cochon, please contact us.

“I’m passionate about promoting food sources that support a more natural, sustainable food system,” explains Brady Lowe, founder of Cochon 555. “For the first time ever, I am very pleased to welcome Goose Island Beer Co. into the family of events as a presenting sponsor of the 2014 U.S. Tour. One event cannot change the system, but together we can celebrate the chefs and farmers who continue to tilt the scales back towards responsibly grown food.”

Where: Four Seasons Miami Hotel
1435 Brickell Avenue, Miami, Florida 33131, USA
When: Sunday 4 p.m. – 8 p.m.

 

Ivanka Trump & DJ Irie Host: Carolina Herrera Fashion Show 3/7/14

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Ivanka Trump & DJ Irie Host: Carolina Herrera Fashion Show
Friday, 03/07/2014 – 06:30 pm –
Fashion-Show-PromoTrump National Doral
4400 NW 87th Ave,
Doral, Florida 33178
Webpage Link
Cost:

Fashion and Golf come together like never before on Friday of the Cadillac Championship, following the completion of tournament play. Fans will experience a presentation of the Carolina Herrera spring 2014 collection hosted by Ivanka Trump. Elegance and sophistication will be center stage as fans experience the international designers’ latest collection.

Enjoy entertainment from the official DJ of the Miami Heat, DJ Irie, during and after the fashion show. You will not want to miss the star studded event.

Cupid Works at Juana M Brickell 2/12/14

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Cupid Works at Juana M Brickell
Wednesday, 02/12/2014 – 02/12/2014 06:00 pm – 09:00 pm
Cupid-Love-_-Juana-M-BrickellJuana M Brickell
923 Brickell Avenue,,
Miami, Florida 33131
Eventbrite Link
Cost: Free

Next Wednesday, Feb 12
Cupid Works at Juana M !
From 6 to 9PM

Come enjoy our special
Pre-Valentine’s Day
Happy Hour
Tunes by DJ Steven B

Music + Singing Contest + Prizes

RSVP & Enjoy a Complimentary
LOVE POTION COCKTAIL

923 Brickell Avenue, Miami, FL 33131
Valet Located: The Plaza Building
951 Brickell Avenue,
PH (786) 693-2752 www.juanambrickell.com

Kitchen Hop The Foodie’s Crawl 2/8/14

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Kitchen Hop The Foodie’s Crawl
Saturday, 02/08/2014 – 02/08/2014 02:00 pm – 08:00 pm
The-Kitchen-Hop-5x7-genericMary Brickell Village
900 South Miami Ave,
Miami, Florida 33131
Eventbrite Link
Cost: 35.00

Are you ready for a restaurant crawl of epic proportions? Zevents is bringing Miami foodies Kitchen Hop, a delectable experience any food lover can’t pass up on. Zevents brought together 10 major hot spot restaurants for a one-of-a-kind culinary experience, featuring cuisines from all around the world. The Kitchen Hop Food Crawl kicks off at Mary Brickell Village on February 8th from 2-8 p.m. Guest will enjoy bites from Brickell’s top restaurants, giving their palate a little bit of Mexican, Italian, Greek & American flavors just to name a few.

“The Kitchen Hop provides an ideal way to get to know a variety of dining venues
alongside many other food adventurers,” said Silvia Morales.

Each participant will join the crawl by sampling chef’s top selections, discovering
culinary gems one taste at a time. This event includes local favorites such as Taverna Opa,
Toscana Divino, Oceanaire, Fado Irish pub, Rosa Mexicano, Balans, Burger & Beer Joint,
Brother Jimmy’s, and many more. Guests will also enjoy drink specials throughout the day
to wash everything down. The party doesn’t stop at 8 p.m. though; guests will also be
invited to keep the festivities going at the official Kitchen Hop after party at Blue
Martini. Make sure to save your energy during the epic food crawl for live music,
giveaways and specialty cocktail discounts. Kitchen Hop guests will be granted a
complimentary cocktail at Blue Martini to start the night off right.

For tickets and more information please visit www.thekitchenhop.com. Tickets are $35.
Mary Brickell Village is located at 900 South Miami Avenue Miami, Florida 33130

Art Walk & After Party Featuring Kazilla 2/8/14

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Art Walk & After Party Featuring Kazilla
Saturday, 02/08/2014 – 02/09/2014 07:00 pm – 03:00 am
feb-8_ART-WALK_3Cafeina Wynwood Lounge
297 NW 23rd Street,
Miami, Florida 33127
Facebook Link
Cost: $5.00

Cafeina’s WEC Gallery along with Blink Group presents “Riding the Sun,” by Miami artist Kazilla. During this Saturday’s Art Walk, we invite you to the public reception from 7-9pm. Stick around for Cafeina’s monthly art soirée featuring music by DJ Skitty, refreshing cocktail specials and unassuming great times!

Her mixed media paintings and installations are unexpected; a fast paced dart to the stars. “Riding the Sun,” is a retrospective of sorts, in light, color, nature and beauty. It’s an introspective look into the power of creation while simultaneously moving forward in a path of destruction.

Photographs of Catalyst Miami’s Welcome & Farewell Cocktail Reception on 2/5/14

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Catalyst Miami’s Welcome & Farewell Cocktail Reception at the Woman’s Club of Coconut Grove on Wednesday, February 5, 2014.  We all celebrated as Catalyst Miami launched a new era of leadership, community engagement and transformation. We got to pay tribute to the founder of Catalyst Miami, Daniella Levine Cava, and welcome their new CEO, Gretchen Beesing.

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Swamp Stomp Benefiting Miami’s Branches Foundation 2/28/14

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Swamp Stomp Benefiting Miami’s Branches Foundation
Friday, 02/28/2014 – 03/01/2014 07:00 pm – 05:00 am
Swamp-StompTobacco Road
626 S Miami Ave,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link
Cost:

Tobacco Road hosts the annual “Swamp Stomp,” a 2-Day festival featuring an exhilarating schedule of musical performances featuring variety of bands and DJs created as a grassroots festival by a group of Miami students. From dirty blues to dub reggae; quirky acoustic guitars to fist pumping dance electronica on multiple stages, Swamp Stomp will have something every one of the thousands of fans expected to attend this year’s first-ever 2 day festival.

All for a good cause, Swamp Stomp benefits one of Miami’s most appreciated charities, the Branches Foundation. Branches is a local non profit that helps at risk low income families find financial stability through small business loan assistance, car loan programs, mentoring, tutoring.

Known for top-tier live musical performances throughout it’s 101 historic years, Tobacco Road will also be serving up it’s acclaimed cuisine, house smoked ribs, chicken, brisket, crawfish and the special of the day, the Swamp Burger, topped with gator chili.

Tickets just $10 in advance, $15 at the door.

www.swampstompmusicfestival.com

Tickets are good for both days!

Dr.Seuss’ 110th Birthday! 3/3/14

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Dr.Seuss’ 110th Birthday!
Monday, 03/03/2014 – 10:00 am – 06:00 pm
happybdayseussMiami Children’s Museum
980 Macarthur Causeway,
Miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

Dr. Seuss’ 110th Birthday
Monday, March 3rd
10 A.M.-6 P.M.
This event is FREE to the public through the generous support of The Children’s Trust
Join Miami Children’s Museum as we celebrate literacy and Dr. Seuss’ 110th Birthday!
• Seuss filled activities
• Birthday cake and more!
• Celebrity readers
• Performances
• Appearances by Dr. Seuss characters
980 macarthur causeway, miami, fl 33132
305.373.KIDS (5437)
miamichildrensmuseum.org

Blossom’s Therapy Center Presents Hats and Horses: A Kentucky Derby Viewing Party 5/3/14

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Blossom’s Therapy Center Presents Hats and Horses: A Kentucky Derby Viewing Party
Saturday, 05/03/2014 – 05/03/2014 12:30 pm – 05:30 pm
05_03_14_Hats_and_Horses_7-1Gulfstream Park
901 South Federal Highway,
Hallandale, Florida 33009
Webpage Link
Cost: $125 PP

Blossom’s Therapy Center Presents Hats & Horses: A Kentucky Derby Viewing party on 5/3/14. Break out the hats, dress to impress & join us as we roll out the brunch & bourbon for Churchill Downs Annual Kentucky Derby! Join us as we celebrate in true Kentucky Derby Fashion & enjoy a day of Southern Hospitality! Live broadcast hat contest & more! A percentage of the proceeds made will assist parents of minors w/ special needs that require therapy & are not eligible for government assistance.

Words & Wine now at The Social Lubricant (TSL Lounge) 2/12/14

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Words & Wine now at The Social Lubricant (TSL Lounge)
Wednesday, 02/12/2014 – 09:20 pm – 02:00 am
wnwThe Social Lubricant (TSL Lounge)
167 NW 23rd STREET,
Miami, Florida 33127
Facebook Link
Cost: 0.00

This Week We are Featuring:
IZY VOLTA BAND & Giano Veneziani !!

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

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

$ 5 ALL BEERS
$ 8 for A Beer & Whiskey

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

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

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

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

Any questions please call Nikki 786 728 4748

Tobacco Road will Marry You this Valentines Day 2/14/14

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Tobacco Road will Marry You this Valentines Day
Friday, 02/14/2014 – 06:00 pm – 02:00 am
The-Big-Wedding-Bash-at-Tobacco-Road-Dj-Oski-1Tobacco Road
626 South Miami Ave,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link
Cost:

No need to go to Vegas to get married! We are bringing Vegas to you. Imagine a Wedding Bash like no other. We provide the bands, the photographer, the ordained minister, the certificates and Elvis. We are even raffling off a night stay at one of Miami’s swankest Motels with flowers and a bottle Champagne. All you have to do is say “I DO”.
If you are in love and want to get married or are already married and want to do it all over again please let us know to RSVP you. To date we have married over 150 couples at The Big Wedding Bash.

Here are your Big Wedding Bash Bands:
Elvis
Megan Dean
Rosy Robbins & The Midnight Rambler
Hipnosis “from Havana Cuba”
Marcella Rose
Scott Becker
Remond Rivaux
Ornimental
Not Spices
Bottles Belafonte
DJ Oski
DJ Smooth
Not Usual

Miami Marlins 2014 Energy Team 2/6/14

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Miami Marlins 2014 Energy Team
dancers1Sunday, 02/06/2014, 07:00 pm
Miami Dade County Auditorium
Venue Address
2901 W Flagler St.
Miami, Florida 33135

Watch 60 Local Dancers, Cheerleaders, BBoys & BGirls compete for a spot on the Miami Marlins Energy Team.

Miami Marlins 2014 Energy Team finalists will be auditioning for a spot on this year’s team in front of a live audience. After the performances, the Marlins will be announcing the members of the 2014 Miami Marlins Energy Team. The show will be open to the public with free admission and seating on a first come first serve basis. There will be giveaways and special guest live performances throughout the evening.

To prepare for the finals show, the finalists participated in a week of intensive dance, stunting, tumbling, training and conditioning within their genre at the Finals Boot Camp. Along with the boot camp, all finalists were required to attend an office interview.

GGs Fado 101 Exhibition 2/6/14

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GGs Fado 101 Exhibition
Thursday, 02/06/2014 – 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
image.pngWyn 317 Gallery
167 NW 25 Street,
miami, Florida 33127
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

Fado – 101 is an exhibition that illustrates the artist’s learning process through the character, Fado. By using symbolism and various characters, the artist has created a unique language. The one constant character throughout his work is Fado. This character serves the artist as a tool for learning and understanding life, and more importantly, as a means of personal expression. The pieces in this exhibition represent diverse topics such as popular culture, social issues and the artist’s personal experiences are expressed through the character Fado.

GGs Fado 101 Exhibition 2/8/14

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GGs Fado 101 Exhibition
Saturday, 02/08/2014 – 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
image.png1Wyn 317 Gallery
167 NW 25 Street,
Miami, Florida 33127
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

Fado 101 is an exhibition that illustrates the artist’s learning process through the character, Fado. By using symbolism and various characters, the artist has created a unique language. The one constant character throughout his work is Fado. This character serves the artist as a tool for learning and understanding life, and more importantly, as a means of personal expression. The pieces in this exhibition represent diverse topics such as popular culture, social issues and the artist’s personal experiences are expressed through the character Fado.

The Biggest Loser RunWalk Miami 5K and Kids 1 Mile Fun Run 3/8/14

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The Biggest Loser RunWalk Miami 5K and Kids 1 Mile Fun Run
Saturday, 03/08/2014 – 07:00 am –
sigimg1Sun Life Stadium
2269 Northwest 199th Street,
Miami Gardens, Florida 33056
Webpage Link
Cost:

Join The Biggest Loser RunWalk Miami sponsored by The Biggest Loser Resorts at the Diabetes Walk & Health Fair. Enter the raffle for your chance to win a one week stay at a Biggest Loser Resort!
A race for all fitness levels, whether you are ready to set a personal record or this is your first race, come join us at The Biggest Loser RunWalk!

Each registered participant and finisher will receive the following:

• The Biggest Loser Finisher’s Medal
• Commemorative Technical T-Shirt
• Drawstring Backpack
• Chip-Timed Race for Runners and Those Tracking Personal Goals
• Free Downloadable Race Photos
• Award Divisions for Runners and Walkers
• Celebrity appearances by former contestants from “The Biggest Loser”
• Hydration Stations with Water/Sports Drinks Along the Course
and Food at the Finish Line
• Finish Line Festival Entertainment by Billboard Chart Topping Artist &
Former Biggest Loser Season 5 Contestant, Dan Evans
• Last but not Least, a Truly Inspirational and Unforgettable Experience!

PAMM Free Second Saturdays presented by Target: Kaleido-Crabs 2/8/14

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PAMM Free Second Saturdays presented by Target: Kaleido-Crabs
Saturday, 02/08/2014 – 01:00 pm – 04:00 pm
kaleido-crabsPérez Art Museum Miami
1103 Biscayne Blvd,
Miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

Create colorful crabs with Miami’s TM Sisters! They are known for multimedia performance art and video. Inspired by Ai Weiwei’s installation, youth of all ages can make their own crustaceans using a swirling kaleidoscope of materials. These mini sculptures will then “come to life” in the PAMM Theater by placing them in a green screened magical background.

Free general admission 10am-6pm

For reservations to Verde, the museum’s waterfront restaurant, visit www.pamm.org/dining

Self-parking on-site as available ($2/hour) / Metromover: Museum Park station / pamm.org/parking

Photo by World Red Eye

Urban Art Intervention and Workshop “Patterns in Nature” 2/7/14

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Urban Art Intervention and Workshop “Patterns in Nature”
Friday, 02/07/2014 – 02/07/2014 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
patterns-in-nature-f7-8Ingaham Bldg
15 SE 2nd Ave,
Miami, Florida 33131
Facebook Link
Cost: Free

February 7th. 7-10 PM “Patterns in Nature” Opening Reception
Falarara and Prabha Projects presents Patterns in Nature, a two day pop up art installation in downtown Miami. Guest artist Andrea Nhuch collaborates with Charles Falarara and Sri Prabha in an urban arts intervention.
The artists transform a downtown retail space into a site specific art installation around the theme of patterns in nature. Three distinct visions intertwine to explore how patterns reveal, inspire, and interact in contemporary life thru unconventional media and materials.This is your opportunity to interact directly with the art and talk to the artists firsthand.

February 8, 2014 10AM-3PM Free workshop for artists of all ages.
We’ll explore how visual patterns surround and influence us in our daily lives from the mundane to the cosmos.
Workshop begins with a discussion of the sensory process of understanding pattern and texture in nature. Participants will create prints and collages using samples from nature like leaves, branches, and discarded. everyday materials.
All materials are provided.
By 2PM an onsite exhibit will be created by hanging workshop projects. Participants will be able to take their works home afterwards.

Registration for workshop can be made online at
http://www.falararaprabhaprojects.com/workshops.html

ExhIbit and workshop is located at the Ingraham Building 15 SE. 2nd Avenue Miami, FL 33131

About the Artists

Charles Falarara is a Brazilian born mixed media and sculpture based artist who lives and works in Miami. He will be reusing his own drawings created with wall paper and stencils to explore ideas of quilt pattern making. He has shown at Aqua Art Fair, Boca Raton Museum of Art and internationally in Brazil and Budapest . Publications include the Miami Contemporary Artist Book among others and is represented by Froelick Gallery in Portland,OR.

Sri Prabha was born in Hyderabad, India and has migrated to Miami by a circuitous route of exploration and creative necessity. He will be installing dynamic video and mixed media art relating to the cosmos. Intersections of art, nature, and science are revealed thru his works. He has recently shown at the 6th All-Media Juried Biennial at The Hollywood Art and Culture Center, The Deering Estate, Boca Raton Museum of Art, and the Annmarie Sculpture and Arts Center.

Andrea Nhuch will display sculptures of paper maché and inflatable plastic that double as objects from our surroundings. She is is a mixed media artist born in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, in 1973. She lives and works in Miami. Nhuch’s practice explores and transforms commonly used materials such as bubble wrap, plaster, newspaper, and wire mesh into three-dimensional monochromatic compositions that balance volume, texture and shape.

Sponsors:
Sri Prabha Mixed Media Artwork is a sponsored project of Fractured Atlas, a non-profit arts service organization.
Downtown Miami Partnership

The MCGS presents world renowned classical guitar duo The Assad Brothers in Concert 2/23/14

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The MCGS presents world renowned classical guitar duo The Assad Brothers in Concert
Sunday, 02/23/2014 – 05:00 pm –
MCGS_Assad_Concert_PosterCoral Gables Congregational Church
3010 De Soto Boulevard,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Webpage Link
Cost: $35

The Miami Classical Guitar Society is very proud to present our 26th Season International Masters Duo Series, featuring the most iconic guitar duo in the world, Brazilian brothers Sérgio and Odair Assad.

Brazilian-born brothers Sérgio and Odair Assad have set the benchmark for all other guitarists in innovation, ingenuity and expression. The Grammy-winning duo are renowned for their seamless collaboration and impeccable guitar technique, performing Baroque, classical and Romantic masterworks, as well as original pieces. Their exceptional artistry and uncanny ensemble playing come from both a family rich in Brazilian musical tradition and from studies with the best guitarists in South America.

The Assad Brothers have played a major role in creating new music for two guitars, and their virtuosity has inspired a wide range of composers to write for them including Astor Piazzolla, Terry Riley, Radamés Gnattali, Marlos Nobre, Nikita Koshkin, Roland Dyens, Jorge Morel, Edino Krieger and Francisco Mignone. They have worked extensively with such renowned artists as Yo-Yo Ma, Nadja Salerno-Sonnenberg, Egberto Gismonti, Fernando Suarez Paz, the inimitable Paquito D’Rivera. Their international career began with a major prize at the 1979 Young Artists Competition in Bratislava.

The Assad’s repertoire includes original music composed by Sérgio Assad and his re-workings of folk and jazz music as well as Latin music of almost every style. Their standard classical repertoire includes transcriptions of the great Baroque keyboard literature of Bach, Rameau and Scarlatti and adaptations of works by such diverse figures as Gershwin, Ginastera and Debussy. The Assads are also recognized as prolific recording artists, primarily for the Nonesuch and GHA labels.

Don’t miss this opportunity to see the finest guitar duo in the world, Assad Brothers, in Concert!

“The best two-guitar team in existence, maybe even in history…” – The Washington Post

CONCERT DATE:
Sunday, February 23, 2014 at 5:00 PM

CONCERT LOCATION:
Coral Gables Congregational Church
3010 De Soto Boulevard; Coral Gables, FL 33134

TICKETS: $35 General Admission at the door. No Reservations needed.
Purchase tickets online, www.miamiguitar.org

Photographs of You and I are Love Pop Up art show at TSL Lounge on 2/1/14

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You and I are Love Pop Up art show at TSL Lounge on Saturday, February 1, 2014.

Featured Live Music: Ricardo Pantoja, Miamibryce, Wyatt Ydiz Meagher (Telekinetic Walrus), Denise Phaxas, Brady Jacob (Skinny Hendrix) and Komakozie (Telekinetic Walrus, Nag Champayons).

Featured Artist:  Danny Cordero, Yosniel Zambrano, Marie Kolbert, Carlos Alejandro, Aquarela, Armando Colls, Reinier Gamboa, Yuhmi Collective, Diego Berlin, Shirley Cotrina, Nate Dee and Keyani Watkins.

Featured Visual Arts: [PASD] Sean Was Here

Live Painting by:  Tesoro Carolina, Leah Guzman, Jon Free and  Yuhmi Collective.

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Travie McCoy Cadillac Championship Concert 3/8/14

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Travie McCoy Cadillac Championship Concert
Saturday, 03/08/2014 – 06:30 pm –
Cadillac-Championship-LogoTrump National Doral Miami
4400 NW 87th AVe,
Doral, Florida 33178
Webpage Link
Cost:

The action continues at the World Golf Championships-Cadillac Championship on Saturday, when Gym Class Heroes front man and solo star Travie McCoy hits the stage for a live concert. Known for his smash hit Billionaire (featuring Bruno Mars), and most recent single Rough Water (featuring Jason Mraz), Travie McCoy is sure to bring energy and flare to the Cadillac Championship Concert.

Richie Hawtin Presents Enter Miami WMC 2014 3/28/14

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Richie Hawtin Presents Enter Miami WMC 2014 ! Enter Promo Code Rick C to saved $$$ on Tickets!
Friday, 03/28/2014 – 10:00 pm –
1654478_10151952494012098_315872589_nIce Palace Studios
59 nw 14th street,
miami, Florida 33136
Webpage Link
Cost: $60
Richie Hawtin Presents Enter Miami WMC2014!
To save $$$ on tickets enter promo code ” Rick C ”

richie hawtin presents enter.miami
at the ice palace studios
richie hawtin. paco osuna
tale of us. tini. appolonia. gaiser (live). matador (live).
mano le tough. bella sarris. marc faenger. hito.
exclusive set
adam beyer b2b ida engberg
tickets on sale now at icepalace.wantickets.com
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WMC 2014 Remembrance 3/27/14

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WMC 2014 Remembrance! Save $$$ on Tickets by using promo code ” RICKC “
Thursday, 03/27/2014 – 10:00 pm –
16607_10151952494052098_1056971700_nIce Palace Studios
59 Nw 14th street,
Miami, Florida 33136
Webpage Link
Cost:

To save $$$ on Tickets Enter Promo Code ” Rick C”
at
Icepalace.wantickets.com

On Thursday March 27th some of dance music’s biggest and brightest stars come together at the Ice Palace in Miami to help raise funds for cancer research, to remember those who have passed and to celebrate the life that we all have. This is Remembrance.

REMEMBRANCE

PHASE ONE ARTISTS

BINGO PLAYERS
CARL TRICKS
DADA LIFE
DAVID TORT
HENRY FONG
MAKJ
TOMMY TRASH

TICKETS GO ON SALE FEB 11 at 1PM EST

This special event is, in part, in memory of Paul Baümer from Bingo Players who passed away last December from cancer. To support the charity Paul named before he passed, a portion of the proceeds from the event will be donated to KWF (Dutch Cancer Society) in addition to the American Cancer Society.

ICE PALACE STUDIOS
59 nw 14th street Miami FL 33136

Town of Surfside Third Thursday Entertainment Event 2/20/14

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Town of Surfside Third Thursday Entertainment Event
Thursday, 02/20/2014 – 03/20/2014 07:00 pm –
Town of Surfside
9500 Harding Ave,
Surfside, Florida 33154
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

The Town of Surfside will showcase the new downtown enhancements and officially inaugurate these improvements with a ribbon cutting ceremony, during the Town’s Third Thursday event on February 20, 2014 at 7 PM. The monthly entertainment series features an array of entertainment from live music and dancing to food trucks for residents and visitors alike. Third Thursdays takes place off 95th Street between Collins and Harding Avenues and is a free family friendly event for all.

Restaurant Michael Schwartz Live Concert Series to Feature Brasoul 2/6/14

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Restaurant Michael Schwartz Live Concert Series to Feature Brasoul
Thursday, 02/06/2014 – 07:00 pm – 09:00 pm
BrasoulRestaurant Michael Schwartz at The Raleigh Hotel
1775 Collins Ave,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

Restaurant Michael Schwartz Live Concert Series will feature a performance by Brazilian Jazz artist Brasoul. Brasoul is collaboration between two musicians, Indio Jackson and Paloma Duenas, who combine his talents with percussion, capoeira and Brazilian dance and her soulful voice to bring their own unique spin on popular songs. Guests who RSVP in advance to RMS@sbe.com will have access to an intimate meet-and-greet with Brasoul in The Martini Bar.

During intermission, a representative from Steinway & Sons will present fashion designer Mayda Cisneros with the Steinway Cultural Achievement Award, in recognition of her important contributions to local arts and culture.

Restaurant Michael Schwartz Live Concert Series is a partnership with Steinway & Sons and a weekly live music program featuring performances by Grammy Award-winning musicians and some of the most in-demand artists in jazz. For more information, please visit www.RaleighHotel.com.

2014 Singles for Switchboard Annual Bachelor Auction 2/7/14

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2014 Singles for Switchboard Annual Bachelor Auction
img-bigFriday, Feb 7, 6:00pm until 9:00pm
Conrad Miami
1395 Brickell Avenue
Miami, Florida 33131
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Switchboard of Miami’s Women’s Leadership Council and Brickell Magazine invite you to join us for this fun and unique fundraising event, featuring a live auction where women bid to go on dates with South Florida’s most eligible bachelors!

Enjoy food, drinks, music and prizes at one of Miami’s most prestigious venues.

Space is limited so register today!

Marina Font Opening Reception for the artist 2/6/14

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Marina Font Opening Reception for the artist
1bcaa1c40cd62535e9d365b9_440x196Thursday, February 6th at 7pm
Dina Mitrani Gallery
2620 Nw 2nd Avenue
Miami Florida 33127

Marina Font:  Dark Continents
February 6 – March 29, 2014

Dina Mitrani Gallery is proud to present Marina Font’s third solo exhibition in the gallery. Her newest series consists of photo-based, mixed media works that exemplify the artist’s continued exploration of the issues of gender, identity, and the woman’s body with all its shapes, forms, cycles and capacity.  Having grown up in Argentina, a patriarchal society that placed much importance on psychoanalysis, Font learned that “Dark Continents” was how Sigmund Freud described female sexuality.  This exhibition, which includes small and large format pieces as well as installations, illustrates the many facets, scientific and emotional, of women.

Font’s photographs of the woman’s physique are printed on poly-cotton and then embroidered with thread and yarn in symbolic patterns and mounted on wooden surfaces.  At times, Font uses found objects such as doilies and buttons to represent the traditional roles of women in the home. The laborious manual application of fabrics and embroidery represent the artist’s expression of her emotional experiences.  There are various works that are a series of photographs, or installations that refer to a woman’s cycles of fertility and how the biological phases are in constant shifting evolution. In her statement, Font writes, “Through this body of work, I am interested in unveiling metaphorically the truth beneath our surface, deeper than the external body, exploring and re-tracing what was once felt by it, as well as the complex relationship between reality and the memory that lives within.”

Marina Font was born in Cordoba, Argentina in 1970. She studied at the Escuela de Artes Visuales Martin A. Malharro, Argentina. She spent the summer of 1998 studying photography at Speos Ecole de la Photographie in Paris, and earned her MFA in Photography from Barry University, Miami in 2009.  She recently had solo exhibitions at The Consulate of Argentina in New York, The Deering Estate at Cutler, Miami and at Gato Gallery, Barry University. She has participated in group shows at The BOCA Museum of Art, The MoCA, North Miami, The Appleton Museum, Ocala, the Museum of Florida Arts, Deland and the Miami Center for the Photographic Arts. She was recently invited to participate in a Night at the Museum at The Bass Museum, Miami Beach, Spring Fling at Locust Projects and Abracadabra at the Art and Culture Center of Hollywood, FL. Her work is included in the Bunnen Collection, Atlanta, The Girl’s Club Collection, Ft. Lauderdale, the Lowe Art Museum at the University of Miami and various important private collections.

Dina Mitrani Gallery opened in November 2008 and specializes in international contemporary photography. The gallery represents emerging and mid-career artists, offers artists talks and lectures as well as photo-based objects and books. The gallery is committed to promoting its artists, as well as working with independent curators to produce unique group exhibitions.

images: Untitled, 2013-14, mixed media mounted on wood panel, 16x12x1.5 inches each.

FACC Florida presents YEE Club Networking Event at Baoli 2/4/14

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FACC Florida presents YEE Club Networking Event
Tuesday February 4, 2014, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM   
1004Baoli
1906 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach
Members $10,       Non Members $20
Register Online

Young Entrepreneurs & Executives Club

All you need to know about Local Marketing Retail, PR and Branding. Case Study: Trendy Paris-Based Pastry Shop Hugo & Victor opening in South Beach by Virginie Vinson, Hugo & Victor.

Presentation will promptly start at 6:45 PM   

Complimentary Drink
Complimentary Appetizers

The Kitchen Hop | A Restaurant Hop Experience 2/8/14

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The Kitchen Hop | A Restaurant Hop Experience
The_Kitchen_Hop_5x7_genericSaturday, February 8, 2-8pm
901 S Miami Ave
Brickell Miami, FL
For tickets 
Use Promocode:"Zevents" for  more than 50% OFF your ticket.
For discounted parking, pre-purchase here

The Kitchen Hop "The Foodies Crawl"
This Saturday  The Kitchen Hop will take over the Mary Brickell Village area with a restaurant crawl of epic proportions. The delectable event will feature more than 10 of the area’s best spots, including Oceanaire, Dolores Lolitas, Toscana Divino, Fado Irish Pub & The Confession Box, Burger & Beer Joint, Balans, Taverna Opa, Tapas Benidorm, Blue Martini, and Brother Jimmy’s BBQ.

Attendees will bounce from one kitchen to another, sampling chef-selected appetizers or entrees at each stop. Live entertainment and DJs  will be jamming from 4 to 8pm. You’ll also enjoy drink specials throughout the afternoon to wash everything down ($3 Modelo Beer, $5 Three Olives Cocktails). Come evening, you’ll head to the after party at Blue Martini for a complimentary welcome cocktail and some more live entertainment. The Kitchen Hop is sure to be this winter’s tastiest event.

Marlins Ayudan Week 2014 2/7/14-2/16/14

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Marlins Ayudan Week 2014
Friday, 02/07/2014 – 02/16/2014 09:00 am –
Marlins Ayudan week 2014
Miami Marlins,
501 Marlins Way, Florida 33125
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Miami, FL – The Miami Marlins will kick off its Marlins Ayudan Week 2014 on Friday, February 7th with a visit to Key West for the Chas Freeman Memorial Preseason Classic, featuring Key West vs. Somerset Academy at Rex Weech Field.

The week of community engagement will continue throughout the week with visits to local schools, little leagues, senior centers and corporate partners, as well as a firehouse adoption, and several events at Marlins Park, including an RBI Clinic, a Marlins Partner School educational tour, and a Season Ticket Holder Batting Practice. Ayudan Week will culminate the following weekend with several events, including the T-Mobile Miami Marlins Winter Warm-Up at Marlins Park on Saturday, February 15th, as well as the Miami International Boat Show and the Coconut Grove Arts Festival on Sunday, February 16th.

Marlins Ayudan Week 2014 will engage the community through outreach events and one of the Marlins Foundation’s signature annual events, the Jack McKeon Marlins Celebrity Golf Classic taking place at Crandon Golf Course on February 12th. For the first time, the Marlins Celebrity Golf Classic will pay homage to former Marlins manager and 2003 World Series Champion, Jack McKeon. Limited foursomes and sponsorship opportunities are still available. For more information about the Jack McKeon Marlins Celebrity Golf Classic, go to www.marlins.com/golf.

The week is highlighted by the T-Mobile Miami Marlins Winter Warm-Up on Saturday, February 15th. The Winter Warm Up is free and open to the public from 10 A.M. to 2 P.M. Fans can sit in and select their seats for the 2014 season through a variety of new season ticket plans, including Full Season, the 41-Game Weekend Plan, the 40-Game Business Plan, the 28-Game Weekend Plan, the 15-Game Saturday Plan and the 13-Game Sunday Plan. Also on sale for the first time will be the Jose’s Heroes Season Ticket Package, which features all 81 games in the new Jose’s Heroes section, plus six commemorative Jose’s Heroes t-shirts, K-Cards and an exclusive Meet & Greet with Jose at the end of the season, all for just $499. Single game tickets will also go on sale for the 2014 season beginning at 10 A.M. at the Marlins Park Ticket Office, and online at marlins.com and marlinsbeisbol.com. Plus, fans can enjoy a fun-filled day with player autograph stations, the T-Mobile Phone A Friend booth in which Marlins players will make phone calls to fans, live music and entertainment, live broadcasts from the Marlins’ flagship radio stations: 940 WINZ Miami’s Sports Station (English) and Radio Mambi 710AM (Spanish), a Sports Card and Memorabilia Show, ballpark food and beverages, and activities for the entire family. Also during the Winter Warm-Up, there will be a game played on the field by children from the Miracle League beginning at 10:00 a.m. In addition, all current Season Ticket Holders and Group Leaders will be invited to exclusive events, including a private autograph session and a special Chalk Talk session with President of Baseball Operations, Michael Hill and VP/General Manager, Dan Jennings. For more information on purchasing a season ticket plan, go to www.marlins.com/ticketss.

For additional information on the 2014 Marlins Ayudan Week and the T-Mobile Miami Marlins Winter Warm-Up, including a schedule of events and ticket information, please visit the team’s official websites at www.marlins.com or www.marlinsbeisbol.com. Marlins Ayudan Week schedule below. Dates, times, locations and players are subject to change.

Architectural and Landscape Photography Workshop with Robin Hill 2/28/14

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Architectural and Landscape Photography Workshop with Robin Hill
Friday, 02/28/2014 – 07:00 am – 04:00 pm
AutoNation Academy of Art & Design at NSU Museum of Art Fort Lauderdale
4 West Las Olas Blvd,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33301
Webpage Link
Cost: $200 + $25 Registration Fee

During this special one-day workshop with award-winning architectural photographer Robin Hill, students will have 4 – 5 hours of shooting time in the morning, and will return to the AutoNation Academy digital arts studios for editing and critique in the afternoon. Space is limited.

Originally from Nottingham, England, Robin Hill’s photographs explore the interplay of light and show, lines and angles and buildings in their natural settings. Well-known for his photography of mid-century modern architecture Hill is active in the preservation of Miami’s iconic MiMo style and is a sought after lecturer on MiMo as well as the modernist architecture of Frank Lloyd Wright and LeCorbusier. His work has been featured in numerous exhibitions, books and magazines.

Porcelain Color and Light Workshop with Curtis Benzle 2/21/14

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Porcelain Color and Light Workshop with Curtis Benzle
Friday, 02/21/2014 – 09:00 am – 06:00 pm
AutoNation Academy of Art & Design at NSU Museum of Art Fort Lauderdale
4 West Las Olas Blvd,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33301
Webpage Link
Cost: $360 + $40 Materials Fee

Explore fascinating and easily accessible techniques in colored, translucent porcelain with artist Curtis Benzie, whose translucent, sculptural vessels and architectural lighting are represented in major museums including the Metropolitan Museum of Art, NY and Smithsonian Museum of American Art. Open to all ability levels, this two-day workshop will include demonstrations as well as hands-on experience, and will focus on a variety of topics including relief carving, color additions, colored clay techniques and porcelain formulas.

Curtis Benzile has received fellowships from the National Endowment for the arts and Ohio Arts Council, and is Professor Emeritus and former Chair of Dimensional Studies at Columbus College of Art and Design in Ohio.

Front Row Series 2/21/14

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Front Row Series
Friday, 02/21/2014 – 02/22/2014 08:00 pm – 01:00 am
front-rowWill Call Miami
700 NE 2nd Ave,
Miami, Florida 33132
Facebook Link
Cost: 10

Coz Canler Presents:

Front Row Series @ Will Call Miami by Rock Religion

Rock Religion’s Anniversary Concert/Bash!!

The second installment of this monthly series, that bring you a first look
on those bands ready to break in the industry.
Last one was incredible. See what the buzz is all about!!

Date: Friday, February 21st
Time: 8pm-1am (All ages before Midnight)
Cover: $ 10.00

No re-entry

Bands:

Urban Rebel (Funk Rock)
The Inverted (Alternative Rock)
SoundGlass (Alternative Rock)

Back by popular demand: Sunghosts (Garage/Surf Rock)

Chron (EDM Duo)

and ready to bring down the house for Rock Religion’s first B-Day:
THE CASA BROTHERS
(as seen on the hottest acts/tracks on Billboard’s Next Big Sound Countdown)

Giveaways will be insane!!

Aesthetics and Values Art Exhibition 2/12/14

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Aesthetics and Values Art Exhibition
Wednesday, 02/12/2014 – 06:00 pm – 09:00 pm
Patricia and Phillip Frost Art Museum
10975 Southwest 17th Street,
Miami, Florida 33199
Facebook Link
Cost: Free

Florida International University’s Aesthetics & Values Art Exhibition

A&V 2014 Artists: Ray Azcuy, Carlos Betancourt, Tony Chirinos, Maritza
Molina, Ralph Provisero, Carol Prusa, Onajide Shabaka, Kyle
Trowbridge, and Michelle Weinberg.

MIAMI, FL (February 04, 2014) – QR codes painted with acrylic on
canvas, to prints redefining the idea of women roles in society, to
constructed domes holding the idea of the universe. This year’s 2014
Aesthetics & Values Exhibition (A&V) will have the guests in awe when
they attend the show with the different varieties of artwork being
portrayed. Curated, funded and presented by 39 Florida International
University (FIU) Honors college students who put plenty of hours in
order to make this exhibition possible. The exhibition features works
by nine local South Florida artists with works that are mostly
contemporary. The exhibition will run from February 12th, 2014 through
March 9th, 2014 at the Patricia and Phillip Frost Art Museum located
on 10975 Southwest 17th Street, Miami, Florida 33199. The exhibition
is free and open to the public. The reception is on February 12th,
2014 from 6 pm to 9 pm.

“A&V has taught us that Art makes a difference in society and
challenges our ideas. In our exhibition, we want to keep stimulating
this conversation and continue to push the boundaries,” said Alisa
Pazos, Advertising major. A&V is a class like no other. There is no
other class at FIU that the student’s sole responsibility and grade is
to curate an art exhibition. That means finding the artist, fund for
the event, organize for the reception, and curating the exhibition.
The 2014 A&V Exhibition will feature the works of Ray Azcuy, Carlos
Betancourt, Tony Chirinos, Maritza Molina, Ralph Provisero, Carol
Prusa, Onajide Shabaka, Kyle Trowbridge, and Michelle Weinberg.

“The A&V honors course offers great opportunity for students to engage
in art as well as provides tremendous service to the community as it
promotes interest and knowledge in art for participating students who
become our community leaders. Art education it critical in for
maintaining a dynamic and vibrant community,” said artist Carol Prusa.
As a visual artist, she is known for her contemporary and large-scale
use of silverpoint. Her pieces consist of acrylic hemispheres, and
then she uses the technique of silverpoint drawing to create the
design on the dome.

The Honors College professor and artist that started it all, John
Bailly, has been teaching this program for nine years. The Aesthetics
and Values project is for the students to get a understanding of how
art plays in our society and the controversial issues. The vast
majority of the students in the A&V class are not art majors; they
range from Finance to Biology majors. Each student, throughout the
course, gets to meet local artist, explore the art phenomenon that is
known in Miami today, work with a selected artist, and curate an art
exhibition. “The A&V student-curators solicit the artists, curate the
works, install the artwork, fundraise and produce the catalog, and
promote this exhibition entirely themselves. Their success in
organizing this exhibition reminds us that contemporary art is a
relevant and integral part of our lives,” said Professor John Bailly.

Hypnotic Pop-Up Exhibition by Speedy Graphito Cocktail Reception 2/15/14

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Hypnotic Pop-Up Exhibition by Speedy Graphito Cocktail Reception
Mirror_prediction2014_120X120cm_web_Saturday Feb 15, 8-11pm
L.M.N.T. Midtown
59 NW 36th Street
Miami, FL 33127
Please RSVP to : rsvp@castaniergallery.com

On View February 14-18

Fabien Castanier Gallery is excited to announce HYPNOTIC, a pop-up exhibition in Miami by renowned contemporary urban artist Speedy Graphito, February 14 – 18. The exhibition is co-organized by FAAM, Fine Art Auctions Miami, the leading fine art auction house in Florida since 2011. This exhibition is part of a series of events organized in conjunction with FAAM’s major Street Art auction on February 18. HYPNOTIC is also being presented in partnership with  SANDOW, which builds innovative, design-driven brands and businesses across luxury, design and beauty. The host of this exhibition, SANDOW’s Chairman and CEO Adam I. Sandow, has long supported the contemporary art and design communities and has been instrumental in helping to introduce Speedy Graphito’s work in the United States.
 
HYPNOTIC will feature all new work by Speedy Graphito, works that explore the transformation of images we see in the media and popular culture. The artist has created paintings, sculptures, video installations and more for this exhibition and will perform live during HYPNOTIC’s opening reception. Parallel to HYPNOTIC, Speedy Graphito will be featured at the Art Wynwood art fair on Fabien Castanier Gallery’s booth, Booth #B30. In addition, he will perform live during the VIP opening night of the art fair, February 13th.
 
For the past three years, Speedy Graphito has developed a strong presence in the U.S., beginning with his first U.S. solo exhibition, Freeway, in Fall 2011 at the Fabien Castanier Gallery. Since then, he has exhibited at numerous major art fairs, including Scope New York, Context Art Miami, and the Los Angeles Art Fair. Speedy Graphito held his second solo exhibition in the U.S., NEWWORLDS, at the Fabien Castanier Gallery in 2013, which garnered international attention. His paintings and sculptures, as well as large-scale installations and murals, have been acquired by private collections across the country and his influence on the American art market continues to grow.

One Night Stand: To Know You Is To Love You 2/15/14

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LocustProjects_February15_ONS.185910One Night Stand: To Know You Is To Love You
Saturday, February 15, 8-11pm
Locust Projects
3852 North Miami Avenue
Miami Fl 33127
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"Through fantasy, we learn how to desire." – Slavoj Žižek
Please join us at Locust Projects for To know you is to love you, a One Night Stand creative social event hosted by Alan Gutierrez in conjunction with the final iteration of his Project Room exhibition, Nobody knows me better than you. Featuring an experimental DJ set and atmospheric elements, the party will become a part of the exhibition itself.

Pérez Art Museum Miami presents Cortadito 2/6/14

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Pérez Art Museum Miami presents Cortadito
Thursday, February 6, 7-9pm
Perez Art Museum Miami
1103 Biscayne Boulevard
Miami, FL 33132
Self-parking on-site as available ($2/hour) / Metromover: Museum Park station / pamm.org/parking

Pérez Art Museum Miami presents Cortadito, a traditional Cuban Son ensemble that performs music from the 1920-50s. Influenced by the sounds of Son Montuno, Boleros and other early Cuban musical styles, this dynamic group brings you back to a time when Trio Matamoros and Ignacio Piniero ruled the airwaves. Enjoy dancing under the stars, a rum bar on the terrace, and see paintings by Cuban modernist Amelia Peláez along with other works on views in the galleries.

Miami Habitat Blitz Build 2/7/14-2/23/14

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Miami Habitat Blitz Build
February 7 – February 23, 2013 (See daily build schedule attached)
Habitat Landings Logo 2014Habitat Landings
20400 SW 119th Avenue
South Miami Heights, FL 33177

The launch of the Blitz Build Campaign, a yearly accelerated construction event where ten new homes will be built in two weeks.

Friday, February 7, Habitat for Humanity of Greater Miami launches its yearly accelerated construction project Blitz Build 2014 presented by Baptist Health South Florida. Between February 7th and the 22nd, more than 1500 volunteers will work alongside Habitat partner families and sponsors in completing ten new Habitat homes.

The ten new homes are the second phase of Habitat’s newest South Miami-Dade community, Habitat Landings, a 45 home community slated to be completed by the end of 2015.

“Blitz brings sponsors, volunteers and our partner families in a wonderful way,” states Mario Artecona, CEO of Habitat for Humanity of Greater Miami. “To see so many people from so many walks of life working in tandem to help a family is very inspiring. It is our favorite project of the year. The energy is palpable. ”

Blitz Build is made possible through the generous support of corporate and institutional donors who sponsor individual homes. This year’s sponsors include: Anthony R. Abraham Foundation, Assurant, Baptist Hospital South Florida, EverBank, Faith House, The Ortega Foundation, Publix Supermarket Charities and WSVN Channel 7 as well as Co-Sponsors Bank of America, G4S Secure Solutions (USA), Perry Ellis and Presbyterian Churches of America.

Blitz Build 2013 will conclude on February 22nd with a dedication ceremony celebrating the partner families who will be purchasing and residing in the recently completed homes.

Volunteer opportunities are always available with Habitat for Humanity of Greater Miami. No construction experience needed, just a willingness to help families in need of a decent, affordable place to live. Volunteers will be served breakfast and lunch and will be given t-shirts and mementoes of their participation.

Viva Paris International Show2/14/14-2/15/14

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Viva Paris International Show
VivaParisFriday 14th @ 9Pm and Saturday 15th @ 9.45Pm
Colony Theater
1040 Lincoln Road
Miami Beach, FL 33139 
Website

Presented by Erika Moon Productions

Be transported from the Celebrated cabaret "Moulin Rouge" to the stages of the colorful and exciting Las Vegas "Jubilee" style Shows ! This stunning performance will take you through the true European Cabaret experience. The show includes acts from Feather Show Girls to can-Can Dancers, Acting and Comedy Sets, Variety Acts and a pinch of sophisticated Burlesque. This dynamite show dazzles with its stunning costumes and elaborate choreography, embodying the authentic french cabaret style of the ages.

"Viva Paris" will feature a full talented team of 20 Artist and Production crew, presenting a colorful variety of acts that will dazzle and seduce the audience. The imaginative cabaret dance sets celebrate the feminine spirit with class, elegance and sophistication. A perfect opportunity to celebrate your Valentine’s days with your special guest. This event will take place also during the International Miami Boat Show.

Which Way Out Personal Thoughts Made Public 2/21/14

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Which Way Out – Personal Thoughts Made Public
Friday, February 21, 2014Which Way Out invitation
7:00pm – 10:00pm – Opening reception
7:45pm – Performance by The Original Fort Lauderdale Gay Men’s Chorus, Musical and spoken word performance by the Gay-Straight Alliance Club             
Studio 18 in the Pines
1101 Poinciana Drive
Pembroke Pines, FL 33025

The exhibition Which Way Out – Personal Thoughts Made Public, curated by Jill Slaughter showcases the compelling work of seven established artists who each interpret the struggle over sharing or keeping information private. Artists include Nestor Arenas, Randy Burman, Jacqueline Gopie, Donna Haynes, Philip Ross Munro, Lori Nozick, and Sara Stites.
 
Because members of the LBGT community must at some point make the decision to “come out” the exhibition also features the Homecoming Project. The city will partner with Live Out Loud, the New York gay rights support organization to host the project at the Pembroke Pines Charter High School. 
 
The Homecoming Project enables successful members of the LGBT community to return to middle schools, high schools and colleges across the country to share their own coming out stories, and personal life lessons. Dialogues are sparked, and speakers offer inspiration to the next generation following in their footsteps. 
 
The Gay-Straight Alliance club will welcome Davie native Tracy Wise, an accomplished advertising executive now living and working in New York City to speak at the charter school. Visual and/or literary work by the students will also be exhibited in Which Way Out.

Design Night at the EnduraColor Showroom in the Dania Beach Design District 2/7/14

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Design Night at the EnduraColor Showroom in the Dania Beach Design District
Kareem_PiperFriday, Feb. 7, 2014, from 6-9pm
The EnduraColor Showroom
1944 Tigertail Boulevard
Dania Beach, Florida 33004.

Miami Art Scene is proud and excited to present Design Night at the EnduraColor Showroom. Featuring the work of Miami-based artists Kareem Piper and Andrew Soria on display.
Design Night takes place every first Friday of each month with rotating artwork and exhibits.  Meet and greet the artists, mingle with designers, network with South Florida’s creative movers and shakers while enjoying the ambiance with hor d’oeuvres and cocktails.

BellyMama Midwifery and Mobile Midwives To Host Shakti Rising To Raise Awareness About The Racial Disparities In Infant Mortality on Saturday 2/15/14

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BellyMama Midwifery and Mobile Midwives To Host Shakti Rising To Raise Awareness About The Racial Disparities In Infant Mortality on Saturday
Saturday, 02/15/2014 – 07:00 pm – 11:00 pm
flyerfrontShaktiThe Little Haiti Cultural Center
212 NE 59th Terrace,
Miami, Florida 33137
Webpage Link
Cost: $12

he presentation of Shakti Rising will be held on Saturday, February 15, 2014, at the Little Haiti Cultural Center (212 NE 59th Terrace, Miami, FL) at 7pm. Tickets are $12 in advance and $15 the day of the show. Shakti Rising explores the concepts of pregnancy, birth and loss, expressing life at it’s very core through the art of dance, storytelling, music and ritual. The show features an array of dancers who will tell a powerful story through various styles of movement including, bellydance, North African, Afro-Cuban folklore, and modern. Both locally and internationally known artists will be collaborating in this unique project, including Hanan, Harmonic Motion, Marisol Blanco, Sikan Afro-Cuban Dance Project, Sonya Feldman, and Venus Rising. The show is produced and directed by licensed midwife and owner of Bellymama Midwifery, Corina Fitch. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D1Ch0KG4dls

In addition, Mobile Midwives will host a  panel discussion of exploring health disparities  related to pregnancy and birth. Loss is a stark reality in the United States, where Black mothers and babies are dying at much higher rates than other races. The maternal mortality has climbed for the last three years in a row. Solutions such as breastfeeding, education and access to midwives will be addressed. Panelist include; Jamarah Amani, CO-Director, Mobile Midwife; Yeshimabeit Milner, Community Organizer, Power U Center for Social Change, Barbara Blott, Licensed Midwife and Jarene Fleming, University of Miami, Healthy Start Jasmine Project.

“Maya’s Labyrinth tells a personal, and yet universal story, inviting us to make a shift from the medical model of pregnancy and birth to the personal, from the mundane to the spiritual.   Shakti reminds us that becoming a mother is a rite of passage, a sacred miracle that connects us to a distant primal part of ourselves, and a sisterhood that is as old as time” states Corina Fitch, Shakti Rising, producer.

“Our panel discussion will share some community-based solutions to the high health disparities that our black mothers and babies face” states Jamarah Amani, CO-Director Mobile Midwife.

Shakti Rising celebrates and honors mothers, babies and communities.  

 For more information, 305-308-5900 or corina@bellymamamidwifery.com.  Purchase tickets at:  
http://bellymamamidwifery.info/

Media inquiries and interviews contact: Yvette N. Harris at 786.897.8854 or info@harrispublicrelations.com

Ankara Miami 2014 – Africa Meets the Runway 2/22/14

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Ankara Miami 2014 – Africa Meets the Runway
Ankara_Miami_2014_Flyer_2.22.14.1Saturday, February 22, 2014
Red Carpet | 7:00 pm
Runway Fashion Show | 8:00 pm
FIU Roz & Cal Kovens Conference Center
3000 NE 151st Street
North Miami, FL 33181 
Purchase Tickets Online

Ankara Miami is back again! South Florida’s First & Largest celebration of African fashion!! Our featured designers are traveling from throughout FL, NY, LA, TX, and Ghana to showcase the latest in African inspired apparel & accessories.
 
African Fashion
Red Carpet Entrance
Live Art
Vendors
Giveaways 
 
Thanks to our  Official Sponsors:  Macy’s, Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau, Inglot Cosmetics, & Natural Trend Setters.
Come ready to bid on 2 Round Trip Tickets to Africa, courtesy of Official Airline Sponsor, Arik Air. Don’t miss out on this tremendous opportunity. (Tax/fees apply. No Black Out Dates)
 
Stay connected  IG: @AnkaraMiami, #AnkaraMiami2014

Brisky Gallery Presents: Rendering Thoughts, Sublime Interpretations Of The Mind 2/11/14

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Brisky Gallery Presents: Rendering Thoughts, Sublime Interpretations Of The Mind
Opening reception February 11th at 7Pm-11pm
rendering thoughts flyerBrisky Gallery
130 NW 24 Street
Miami, Fl 33127

Tuesday, February 11th through Saturday, March 29th, 2014.

Brisky Gallery Miami is proud to present Rendering Thoughts: Sublime interpretations of the mind; an exhibition curated by Luis Valle, Brisky Gallery’s Director.

The exhibit will feature works by over 19 artists both local and international. As Brisky gallery Miami is now in its second year, the portfolio has expanded to include some new faces met during the galleries tenure and Art Basel. Rendering Thoughts is a group exhibit that will showcase some of the galleries’ regular lineup along with some new artist picked up along the way. With an ever growing portfolio Brisky gallery strives to present fresh new work to the Wynwood art scene.

The artists’ mind is a curious enigma, which onlookers ponder. Who, What, Why, Where and How did the artist get to this creation are questions asked by the viewer. Each artist in the show takes a unique approach to manifesting his or her creation. The artist vision first starts as a feeling or a thought, which must then be molded and formed with physical materials in order to be born.

The show will feature a large range of photography as well as many works in painting, sculpture and new media.

2014 Riverwalk Blues & Music Festival 2/13/14-2/16/14

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2014 Riverwalk Blues & Music Festival
riverwalkFebruary 13 -16, 2014
Esplanade Park
401 Himmarshee Street
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312 
 
The Funky Biscuit
303 SE Mizner Blvd
Royal Palm Place
Boca Raton, FL 33432
 
The Poorhouse
110 SW 3rd Ave
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312
 
The Dubliner
210 SW 2nd Street
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
www.riverwalkblues.com

We are happy to announce the 24th Annual Riverwalk Blues and Music Festival will be held at the Esplanade Park on February 15, 2014 thanks to the generous sponsorship of Mosher Street Records and their new compilation Showcasing The Blues Vol. 4, and the Riverwalk Fort Lauderdale!
 
Performances by: Johnny Sansone, Eric Lindell, Satan and Adam, Albert Castiglia, Samantha Fish, Tinsley Ellis, JP Soars and The Red Hots, Matt "Guitar" Murphy, Soulfonic featuring Betty Padgett, Famous Frank Ward, Ernie Southern, Dr Lee and The Regulators.
 
February 13th The Funky Buiscuit hosts our Will Call party featuring performances by Hadden Sayers and The Riverwalk All Stars.
 
Friday Feb 14th enjoy our Kick off Party at the Poor House in downtown Fort Lauderdale with Tinsley Ellis and The Regulators.
 
Saturday we party like rockstars at the Esplanade Park with the already famous All Star Jam afterwards at The Dubliner.
 
And Sunday we present The 3rd Annual Florida Blues Film Festival, a Free event showcasing the best video productions of the year in Film related to Blues, as recognized by the Blues Foundation.

Information courtesy www.JazzBluesFlorida.com

Pinkberry Miami Beach Opening Pep Rally benefiting Miami Beach High Graduation Fund 2/7/14

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Pinkberry Miami Beach Opening Pep Rally benefiting Miami Beach High Graduation Fund
pinkberry_altonroad_f&fThursday, Feb 6th: 7-10 PM Friends and Family Celebration, Free pinkberry (evite attached)
Friday, Feb 7th: 11 am-1 am Grand Opening; Pep rally with Miami Beach High Band and Cheerleaders from 2-4 pm
1523 Alton Road
Miami Beach, FL 33139

Easy for Miami Beach residents to enjoy the frozen treats.  The store will officially open on Friday Feb. 7th at 11 a.m, with standard store hours Sunday through Thursday 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., and Friday and Saturday 11 a.m. to 1 a.m.

  Pinkberry, a global yogurt retailer, announced today it will open its fifth store in South Florida on Feb. 7th  The new store, located at 1523 Alton Road, will make it easy for Miami Beach residents to try Pinkberry’s one-of-a-kind, handcrafted yogurt experience that offers uncompromising quality and freshness.
 
“We are excited to arrive at Alton Road,” said Ron Graves, CEO of Pinkberry. “We are happy to serve and become a local favorite of the community in South Florida with our one of a kind experience and light and refreshing taste.
 
“The Ocean Drive and Midtown Pinkberry stores are off to a great start and we are excited to arrive at Alton Road,” said Ron Graves, CEO of Pinkberry. “We are happy to continue to serve communities in South Florida and will look for more opportunities to develop stores in the state.
 
Pinkberry takes pride in serving the perfect cup of yogurt with a dedication to quality and freshness the residents of Miami will taste. Pinkberry’s handcrafted yogurt bar offers a variety of irresistible fresh and frozen yogurts expertly crafted to complement its thoughtfully selected toppings to create one-of-a-kind taste experiences. With a passion to help people discover new ways to enjoy yogurt in their daily routines, Pinkberry assists every customer in pairing yogurts with the perfect toppings, blending them into smoothies or creating delicious parfaits.

pinkberry_altonroad_friday_evite ·         Pinkberryfrozenâ„¢ yogurt is the perfect treat. It’s made with non-fat RBST milk and non-fat yogurt, it is light, refreshing with a clean finish. There are over 15 different flavors that rotate based on the season. 
·         Pinkberrygreekâ„¢ fresh, not frozen yogurt is the perfect protein rich snack. It’s an all-natural, nonfat yogurt with a clean finish offering 15g of protein per 5oz with no added sugar. Pinkberrygreek can be traced back to happy and healthy cows that live on a sustainable farm. The farm fresh milk creates a signature silky smooth yogurt that is both highly nutritious and delicious.
 
·         The taste of these specialty yogurts is unbeatable when combined with selected toppings like fresh daily hand-cut fruit, never frozen or in syrup, premium granolas and nuts, specialty chocolates and sweets as well as finishers like cinnamon honey, organic vanilla agave and strawberry puree that customers can choose from to personalize their yogurt experience. Pinkberry offers a topping bar that is 100 percent free of transfats, hydrogenated oils and high fructose corn syrup so every topping is a good choice.
Pinkberry currently has four locations in South Florida: The Prado, 8737 SW 136th Street, Miami, FL, 33176 and Aventura, 21211 Biscayne Blvd., Aventura, FL, 33180, South Beach, 1144 Ocean Drive, Suite 106A, Miami Beach, FL 33139 and Midtown, 3401 N. Miami Ave., Suite 122, Miami, FL 33127, which are operated by David Beall.  Pinkberry’s newest Alton Road location will be open Sunday through Thursday 11 a.m. to 12 a.m. and Friday and Saturday 11 a.m. to 1 a.m.
 
For more information on store locations visit  www.pinkberry.com, like Pinkberry on  Facebook, follow us on Twitter, or download the Pinkberry App on iTunes or Play Network.

Horn Please Documentary film on Indian Truck Art

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hornpleaseHorn Please Documentary film on Indian Truck Art
Saturday, February 8, 6-9pm
NWSA Artseen
2215 NW 2nd Ave
Miami, FL

Horn Please will be presented at NWSA Artseen, New World School of the Arts’ BFA studios and exhibition space, located in Miami’s Wynwood Arts District. Film screenings will begin every 30 minutes beginning at 6 p.m. with the final screening at 8:30 p.m.

IloveWNWD post Basel Campaign Relaunch at 1ofk 2/8/14

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IloveWNWD post Basel Campaign Relaunch at 1ofk
Saturday, 02/08/2014 – 06:30 pm – 09:30 pm
flyer-copy1ofk showroom
97 nw 25th street,
miami, Florida 33127
Facebook Link
Cost: free

This Saturday during art walk 1ofk in wynwood will be featuring/releasing a newly design shirt by artist Nate Dee for our iLoveWnwd campaign. Come by the showroom to see him painting live, pick up a shirt. and check out the other cool art and fashion on display and available for purchase.

Party starts at 6:30 sharp, painting will start at 7pm.

See you Friday!

Cynthia Fleischmann Bodypaintography Opening Reception 2/8/14

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Cynthia Fleischmann Bodypaintography Opening Reception
cynthiaSaturday, February 8, 2014 – 2 p.m. to 10 p.m., Artist’s talk: 8:30 p.m.
University of Miami Wynwood Art Gallery
2750 NW 3rd Ave
Miami, FL 33127

February 4, 2014 – February 21, 2014
Preview: Thursday, February 6, 2014 – 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., Artist’s talk: 8:30 p.m.
Opening: Saturday, February 8, 2014 – 2 p.m. to 10 p.m., Artist’s talk: 8:30 p.m.
Closing: Friday, February 21, 2014 – 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.

The University of Miami is pleased to present Bodypaintography: An exploration of Sentiment, Composition and Body Language by Cynthia M. Fleischmann. Her exhibition will feature naked individuals formally painted and photographed into various environments to create and capture a dialogue between body and place. Her photography encourages the natural human form to be seen as a work of art, highlighting colors, patterns and messages that are found in the world around us that she paints onto the form, finalized with red hands.
 
Cynthia Fleischmann grew up in Küsnacht, Switzerland until she was 10, spending most of her time outdoors observing, playing sports, running around naked and drawing. Her appreciation for photography developed from her father’s love for American pioneer photographers such as Ansel Adams, Edward Weston and Paul Strand, whose works lined the walls of his gallery Galerie Zur Stockeregg. Moving to Dover, Massachusetts, with her mother and three older sisters imposed a new culture in which English became her prominent language. She was passionately involved in creating sets for school musicals and was nominated as most artistic in her high school. Cynthia has a drive for experimenting, and in 2009 she manifested her painting and photography passions into one art form she calls Bodypaintography. She received her Bachelor of Arts Degree from the University of Miami in 2010 and is completing her MFA in photography. This is her MFA Graduate exhibition.

http://bodypaintography.com

MDC Live Arts and the National Theatre of Scotland present The Strange Undoing of Prudencia Hart 2/19/14-2/23/14

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MDC Live Arts Presents National Theatre of Scotland’s The Strange Undoing of Prudencia Hart
PrudenciaWednesday, February 19 – Sunday, February, 23
Wednesday – Saturday, February 19 – 23: 7:30pm
Saturday, February 22 & Sunday, February 23: 3pm
Bar 337 (formerly PAX)
337 SW 8 Street
Miami, FL
General Admission $30 (plus fees) and MDC students (w/ valid id): $10
mdclivearts.org

Pull up a chair and wet your whistle for an evening of anarchic theater, live music and strange goings-on as Miami Dade College’s (MDC) MDC Live Arts takes the theater into a favorite Miami destination: the bar. A runaway hit of the 2011 Edinburgh Fringe, National Theatre of Scotland’s The Strange Undoing of Prudencia Hart immerses audiences in a one-of-a-kind theatrical experience. The show is filled with rhyming couplets, whiskey shots and wittily wild karaoke as Prudencia’s story unfolds among and around them. This story of love, music and the Devil takes up residence for six performances at Bar 337 (formerly PAX), a bar at the intersection of Little Havana and Brickell from Wednesday, February 19 through Sunday, February 23, 2014.

One wintry morning, Prudencia Hart, an uptight academic, sets off to attend a conference in the Scottish Borders, the region of Scotland that borders England. As the snow begins to fall, she finds herself trapped in a secluded bar with strangers, only to be swept away on an enchanting, dream-like journey of self-discovery full of magical moments and devilish encounters.

Winner of the Herald Angel award at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, “The Scotsman” gives it five stars and “The Herald” declares, “You shouldn’t miss this show for the world….(it’s) rambunctiously life affirming and touchingly beautiful.” The National Theatre of Scotland’s company of actors and musicians indulge audience in an evening of supernatural storytelling, music and theatre inspired by traditional Scottish Border Ballads, Robert Burns and the poems of Robert Service that “subverts the traditional poetic form” according to Scotland’s The Guardian.

MDC Live Arts Executive Director Kathryn Garcia was drawn to the unconventional production in 2012 after seeing it live in Washington DC. “It’s one of the top theater experiences I’ve ever had,” she said. “The show literally happens all around you. The cast – which serves as both the actors and the musicians – engages the audience with such inventiveness and fun that you can’t help but be swept up in its magic.”

The Strange Undoing of Prudencia Hart is the product of a weekend visit to a Kelso pub in the Scottish Borders by playwright David Greig, director Wils Wilson and composer Alasdair Macrae. What began as simple research on Scottish Border ballads soon became the inspiration for the show. Border ballads are a collection of songs from the region where England meets Scotland, a place with a long tradition of balladry. The Border ballads are usually sung unaccompanied and with no chorus, but with repeating motifs and recurring themes, often about the supernatural.

Photographs of 5th Annual Burgie Awards Block Party at at Esplanade Park on 2/1/14

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Burger Beast 5th Annual Burgie Awards Block Party at Esplanade Park on Saturday, February 1, 2014.

The 2014 Burger Beast Burgie Award Winners:

Best Dade County Burger: Latin House Burger & Taco Bar
Best Broward/Palm Beach Burger: Charm City Burger Company
Best Chef: George Patti – MEAT Eatery & Taproom
Best Chili: Burger Bar
Best Dessert: Fireman Derek’s World Famous Pies
Food Truck Invasion – Best Dessert Truck: HipPOPs Handcrafted Gelato Bars
Best Doughnut: Mojo Donuts
Food Truck Invasion – Best Food Truck Dade County: Ms. Cheezious
Food Truck Invasion – Best Food Truck Broward/Palm Beach County: The Rolling Stove
JM Lexus People’s Choice Food Truck: BC Tacos
Best French Fries: Blue Collar
Best Non-Traditional Burger: Toston Burger – Pincho Factory
Best Restaurant: Blue Collar
Best Sandwich: Pan con Bistec – Cuban Guys
Best Sausage: Proper Sausages

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Miami Art + Design 2/14/14-2/18/14

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Miami Art + Design
February 14 – 17 from 2 p.m. – 10 p.m. and on February 18 from 2 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Bayfront Park
301 Biscayne Boulevard
Miami
Tickets are $15 per person for a one-day pass; $25 per person for a multi-day pass.
Purchase tickets online.
Valet parking at Chopin Plaza and self-parking are available. Bayfront Park is also accessible via the Miami Metromover and Water Taxi Miami.

Miami Art + Design (MA+D) has added the cultural symposium “Collecting Your Own Hermitage Museum” by Alexander V. Kruglov, Ph.D., to its Saturday, February 15 schedule. Kruglov’s lecture, taking place at 4 p.m., will explore how Catherine the Great’s passion for collecting established The State Hermitage Museum in St. Petersburg, Russia 250 years ago. Kruglov joins featured renowned fine and contemporary art lecturers Agnes Monplaisir, Michael Goedhuis, Wendy Maruyama and Jennifer Guerinni-Maraldi in sharing expert insights at the inaugural debut of MA+D taking place during President’s Day Weekend, February 13 – 18, 2014.
 
MA+D will showcase more than 40 prominent international art and design galleries featuring fine and decorative arts from Old Masters, Impressionism and Post-Impressionism to Post War and Pop Art offering collectors an opportunity to view and purchase treasures rarely seen outside major museum collections. MA+D is produced by International Fine Art Expositions (IFAE) in collaboration with the SNA, the organizer of the prestigious Paris Biennale and co-organizer of New York’s Salon: Art + Design.
 
MA+D will open with a Vernissage benefit for the Patricia & Phillip Frost Art Museum on February 13 beginning at 6:30 p.m. The Museum will also conduct special tours in conjunction with the fair. Tickets for the Patricia & Phillip Frost Art Museum Vernissage benefit on February 13 include a First View from 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. for $250 per person and a Collectors’ Invitational from 8:30 p.m. – 11 p.m. for $150 per person. Cocktails, canapés and live entertainment will be available throughout the evening. To purchase tickets, please contact Ximena Gallegos at the Patricia & Phillip Frost Art Museum at 305-348-2254 or xgallego@fiu.edu.
 
Attendees will view museum-quality artwork in a spectacular and custom-built 50,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art, air-conditioned circular pavilion surrounding the Isamu Noguchi-designed Fountain at Bayfront Park. The event will also feature an ultra-contemporary beach bar on the sands overlooking the bay on the northeast corner of the pavilion where guests may enjoy live popular island beats, cocktails and panoramic views of Miami. Live musical performances will also take place on additional stages. Daily lunch and cocktails will be served in the fair’s well-appointed glass-walled restaurant, The Bistro, overlooking Biscayne Bay.
 
Featured works on display include Pablo Picasso’s “Le peintre,” Josef Albers’ 1964 “Homage to the Square: Midsummer” and Alfred Sisley’s “Printemps à Veneux” from Richard Green Gallery (London); Jean Dufy’s “Le port de l’île d’Yeu” 1928,  “Place de la Concorde” 1926 and Renoir’s “Mademoiselle Paule Gobillard,” red chalk on paper, circa 1885 from Galerie Jacques Bailley (Paris); unique wood sculptures from Agustín Cárdenas including “Colonne de mémoire” 1974 in African Teak and “The Rooster” 1957 from Galerie  Vallois (Paris), Bicci di Lorenzo’s  “The Man of Sorrows with the Virgin Mary and St. John The Evangelist” tempera on panel and Giovanni di Ser Giovanni Guidi’s (Lo Scheggia) “Scene of an Antique Triumph” tempera on panel from Moretti Fine Art (Florence+London+New York); Federico Beltrán-Masses’ “Mme. Bonnardel (Madeleine de Montgomery, Mme. Jean Bonnardel)” oil on canvas and his “La Reina de Saba” (The Queen of Sheba) c. 1921-23 from Stair Sainty Gallery (London); Lucio Fontana’s “Rosario de Santa Fe 1899 – 1968 Comabbio” Concetto Spaziale, 1956 from Toninelli Art Moderne (Monaco); Agostino Bonalumi’s “Oro 2013 (gold)” oil on stretched canvas from Robilant + Voena (London+Milan); Colombian textile artist Olga de Amaral, Polish sculptor Igor Mitoraj and Greek sculptor Manuela Zervudachi from Galerie Agnès Monplaisir (Paris); Jingdezhen Porcelain Panels by Zhu Di and paintings by Zhang Guojun from FitzGerald Fine Arts (New York+Beijing); a K’iche Two-Part Urn from the Southern Maya Highlands Late Classic Period circa A.D. 650-850 and a Mayapan Figural Censer from the Lowland Maya Late Post-classic Period circa A.D. 1200-1450 from Ancient Art of the New World, Inc. (AANW) (Miami) and a variety of African, Oceanic and Northwest Coast American art from Tambaran Gallery (New York).
 
Galerie Alain Marcelpoil (Paris), Galerie Dumonteil (Paris), Giangola & Menser (Miami), Peter Finer (London), Phoenix Ancient Art (Geneva + New York), among others, will also be participating in the show.

Lectures Schedule:
Friday, February 14 at 2:30 p.m. – “Olga de Amaral: The Mantle of Memory” by Agnes Monplaisir
Monplaisir looks at the work of this famous Colombian artist, now 82 years old, who has been at the forefront of Latin-American abstraction since the 1960s. Her work is in many major museum collections, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, The Art Institute of Chicago, and The Renwick Gallery of the National Gallery, Washington, D.C.

Saturday, February 15 at 2:30 p.m. – “Contemporary Chinese Brush Painting” by Michael Goedhuis
For the last 20 years, Michael Goedhuis has been at the forefront of the popularization of contemporary Chinese art. Goedhuis will examine that tradition, its relevance today, and how new works can be combined with ancient material. Goedhuis has held many exhibitions on the new Chinese brush painters, most recently at the Saatchi Gallery in London in 2013.

Saturday, February 15 at 4 p.m. – "Collecting Your Own Hermitage Museum" by Alexander V. Kruglov, Ph.D.
Kruglov, present curator of Phoenix Ancient Art (Geneva + New York) and past associate curator of Classical Antiquities at The State Hermitage Museum in St. Petersburg, Russia, will share how Catherine the Great’s passion for collecting inspired the significant establishment of the museum 250 years ago. Beside paintings and gems, Catherine acquired drawings of classical ruins and antique sculptures helping to assemble one of the most spectacular Neo-Classical ensembles in Europe of the Enlightenment. During his lecture, Kruglov will explore what masterpieces from today’s art and antiquities market might attract Catherine the Great’s discerning eye.

Sunday, February 16 at 2:30 p.m. – Wendy Maruyama: Art + Design as Advocacy
Maruyama has been making furniture/art since 1970. Her work is often inspired by extended residencies and visits to various countries such as France, England, Japan, Korea and China. Born in Colorado to second-generation Japanese American parents, her work vacillates between creating works that emulate and satirize contemporary Japan, among other cultures. Her newest work, “Executive Order 9066,” is influenced by personal and family history and addresses the internment of 120,000 Japanese Americans in 1942.

Monday, February 17 at 2:30 p.m. – “Discovering an Ancient Culture through the Contemporary Art Movement of Australia’s Aboriginal People” by Jennifer Guerinni-Maraldi
While travelling in Australian in the early 1990s, Guerinni-Maraldi and her husband purchased a major work by Freddie Timms “Sugar Bag,” acrylic on canvas, painted during the artist’s time working with Frank Watters (Watters Gallery) in Sydney. This magical painting was the catalyst that spurred Guerinni-Maraldi to begin exhibiting and selling contemporary art in London in the new millennium. Each year, she travels to Australia visiting remote indigenous communities, curators, collectors and artists. Her efforts in the United Kingdom aim to establish a greater awareness of high quality indigenous work and to build a stronger market for ethically sourced, contemporary
Australian indigenous fine art.

MA+D joins the prestigious roster of fairs organized by IFAE including the18th edition of the American International Fine Art Fair in Palm Beach being held this February 4 – 9, the 5th annual Miami International Art Fair (MIA), the 17th annual Art Palm Beach (APB), as well as many boutique fairs and events aboard SeaFair, the megayacht venue.

International Fine Art Expositions (IFAE) founders David and Lee Ann Lester have pioneered more international fine art fairs than any global fair organizer since 1991, having established Art Miami in January 1991, The Palm Beach International Art & Antique Fair (now AIFAF) in 1997, Art Palm Beach in 1998 and MIA in 2010. They have organized more than 90 international art fairs, worldwide, in New York, Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, Chicago, Dallas, London and Hong Kong.

World Golf Championships-Cadillac Championship 3/5/14-3/9/14

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World Golf Championships-Cadillac Championship
March 5-9, 2014
Trump National Doral Miami
4400 Northwest 87th Avenue
Doral, FL 33178
www.CadillacChampionship.com

World Golf Championships-Cadillac Championship announces Carolina Herrera Fashion Show Hosted by Ivanka Trump, live concert performance by Gym Class Heroes’ front man and solo star Travie McCoy.

World Golf Championships-Cadillac Championship officials announced today new fan  enhancements to the 2014 tournament that will include a Carolina Herrera fashion show hosted by Ivanka Trump and a live concert performance by Gym Class Heroes’ front man and solo star, Travie McCoy.  Building on the momentum of the 2013 tournament that included its first-ever fashion show and concert, the 2014 Cadillac Championship, taking place March 5-9 at Trump National Doral in Miami, promises to deliver a heightened level of fan engagement that merges the worlds of golf, fashion, music and entertainment to create one of South Florida’s premiere social events.
 
This year’s Cadillac Championship will be highlighted by a March 7 runway presentation of the Carolina Herrera Spring 2014 collection, hosted by Ivanka Trump. Following the completion of the tournament’s second round, tournament ticketholders will be invited to move to the outdoor Trump National Doral’s Blue Monster Village venue, adjacent to the first tee and the Cadillac Performance center, for the fashion show.
 
On Saturday, March 8, Travie McCoy will headline a concert, also set to take place at the Blue Monster Village, following the completion of the tournament’s third round. As a solo artist, McCoy caused a multi-format commotion with his debut album, LAZARUS, and its lead single – the twice RIAA platinum, top five smash hit, Billionaire (featuring Bruno Mars) -  selling more than 3.4 million copies to date and recording nearly 150 million official YouTube views. Most recently, McCoy released Rough Water (featuring Jason Mraz), the first single from his new solo album scheduled for release this summer. McCoy’s success follows that of Gym Class Heroes, the band that rocketed to global stardom in 2007 with the #1 hit, Cupid’s Chokehold/Breakfast In America, and whose most recent album – 2011’s The Papercut Chronicles II – scored a trio of chart topping singles including the #1 multiplatinum smash Stereo Hearts (featuring Adam Levine).
 
“I’m so excited to be teaming up with the PGA TOUR for the festivities at this year’s Cadillac Championship,” said McCoy.  “Miami definitely knows how to get down.  This will be a party you don’t want to miss!”
 
Access to both the Carolina Herrera fashion show and Travie McCoy concert is complimentary to all Friday and Saturday tournament ticket holders, respectively, with additional VIP opportunities available for purchase.
 
“We are thrilled to partner with Carolina Herrera for ‘Fashion Friday,’ as the brand of elegance, sophistication and modern glamour align perfectly with the new direction of the Cadillac Championship,” said Cadillac Championship General Chairman Butch Buchholz. “The decision to be the showcase of our day of fashion programming is proof that this tournament is quickly transforming from ‘just a golf tournament’ into a must-attend social and entertainment event in South Florida.”
 
The fashion show will anchor the tournament’s larger Fashion Friday programming that will include fan contests, social media engagement and additional appearances by Ivanka Trump as well as the reigning Miss Universe, Gabriela Isler, and select cast members from Bravo’s Real Housewives series. Additionally, before and after the fashion show, fans will be entertained with music by DJ Irie of the Miami Heat.
 
In addition to the fashion show and concert, the Cadillac Championship will make additional improvements to the tournament that are centered around an elevated culinary and hospitality experience, including the one-of-a-kind Escalade Lounge on the 16th hole, social media specials for fans who follow the tournament’s Twitter and Facebook accounts, and much more.
 
“This year’s Cadillac Championship is going to be bigger and better than ever,” Buchholz said. “Fans aren’t only going to see a transformed Trump National Doral resort and Blue Monster Course, but also a transformed Cadillac Championship.”

Coconut Grove Chamber of Commerce Networking Luncheon celebrating the 51st Annual Coconut Grove Arts Festival 2/7/14

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Coconut Grove Chamber of Commerce Networking Luncheon celebrating the 51st Annual Coconut Grove Arts Festival
35Friday, Feb. 7th, 12-2 pm
Sonesta Coconut Grove Hotel
2889 McFarlane Road
Coconut Grove, FL 33133

$30 for Chamber members and $35 for future members.
Register Online

Enjoy a delicious lunch – plus unlimited networking!

GMCVB Partnership Networking Luncheon 2/13/14

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GMCVB Partnership Networking Luncheon
Thursday, February 13, 2014 from 11:30 – 1:30 p.m.
EB Hotel Miami
4299 NW 36th street
Miami Springs, Florida USA 33166
Register Online

GMCVB networking events offer a great opportunity to meet hospitality and industry peers and became part of our partner-to-partners business referral network! You are encouraged to bring promotional gifts and door prizes for additional exposure.

GMCVB Partnership Networking Mixer 2/27/14

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GMCVB’S Partnership Networking Mixer
Thursday, February 27, 2014 from 6-8:00 p.m.
Sabadell Bank
1111 Brickell Avenue
Miami, Florida 33131 USA
Click here to register.

GMCVB networking events offer a great opportunity to meet hospitality and industry peers and became part of our partner-to-partner business referral network! You are encouraged to bring promotional gifts and door prizes for additional exposure.

Electric Beach Music Festival 3/22/14

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Electric Beach Music Festival
Sat, March 22electricbeach
Nikki Beach Club
‎1 Ocean Drive
Miami Beach, FL 33139

Get your tickets here
Save 50% with promo code: miamineversleeps

All your favorite DJs together in one place / Nikki Beach Miami 
DVBBS * Sick Individuals* Harry Choo Choo Romero
The Cube Guys * My Digital Enemy * Plastik Funk * Jose Nunez * Armand Pena * Sydney Blu * Miss Nine * Roland ClarK * Saeed Younan * Mekki Martin and more!
 
Electric Beach Music Festival prides itself on being just that, a colorful beachside playground! With rides, neon décor, and more inflatables than anyone knows what to do with, Electric Beach derives its success and loyal following from the unique, playful energy created at each event.

Now entering its fifth year in Miami, Electric Beach is held semi-annually to celebrate the opening of Winter Music Conference and Labor Day Weekend the right way…with beach, bikinis and bass!

So join the world’s most beautiful people as they hype up and strip down for an all-out, all-day party with over 40 house DJs to keep it going till dawn.

Following Your Own Sense Of Justice 2/7/14

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Following Your Own Sense Of Justice.
Friday, 02/07/2014 – 06:00 pm – 08:00 pm
Your-Own-Sense-of-JusticeMDC Museum of Art + Design Freedom Tower
600 Biscayne Blvd,
Miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

Leonard Turkel (1930-2011) was named the ‘Father of Florida condominiums” by The Miami Herald and was also the founder of the national restaurant company, The Orange Bowl Corporation. But behind the exterior of the successful entrepreneur, Leonard Turkel had a powerful social conscience. In addition to creating the South’s first anti-segregation sit-ins, he built a legacy including proper inner-city housing and health care, mobile ophthalmology labs and the Miami Midnight Basketball League for at-risk teenagers, Leonard Turkel was an artist who created hundreds of collages and assemblages that mirror his morals of social justice. Following Your Own Sense of Justice is a retrospective of his rarely seen artwork and is a true testament to the legacy of a man that proved to be one of Miami’s greatest mavericks of civic equality and community building. Auction proceeds will be used to provide scholarships for at-risk youth.

Brickell’s Oceanaire: Sumptuously Sexy Seafood

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A Charismatic, Caring and Talented Chef

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There are a plethora of exquisite dining options available in Miami with new venues popping up every month. So when we want to act like Gordos, besides scrumptious food and a comfortable ambiance, it is nice to find sincere and passionate chefs who are committed to the environment and sustainability. Chef Kareem Anguin of The Oceanairedefinitely fits that bill.

Though he moved to Miami when he was 12, you can see and taste the colorfully vivid Caribbean influence of his Jamaican roots. From “Shrimp’n’ Grits to “Steak & Cake,” Chef Anguin says he draws his inspiration from the foods he loves to eat. A huge advocate of sustainability, he will not serve fish that are out of season and chooses the restaurant’s daily seafood offerings personally. Such is his commitment to his craft, he has even travelled to Alaska to fish for salmon as a means to better understand the food he serves.

The only thing fresher than the fish, is the MENU. It’s changed twice a day, every day… yes, EVERY DAY!!! There are always new options on the menu and you can customize practically everything. We will highlight some of our favorites of the night.

 

The first dish, the jumbo lump crab cake, was a golden, savory, mound of crab heaven. While most crab cakes we have encountered contain loads of cake and a sparse amount of crab, this treat was just the opposite. Huge chunks of crab dominated this cake and was served with a nice mustard mayonnaise sauce.

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Eager to try everything on the menu we decided on the seafood mix grill, an orgy of magically delicious seafood served with dirty rice. The jumbo shrimp were grilled to perfection and bursting with flavor and a slight pleasurable kick. The juicy and moist scallops seduced every iota of our palates. For the fish, the chef served cobia, an expensive fish with a firm texture and fantastic flavor. These particular cobia were actually hatched at the UM Marine Biological center and then shipped to Panama to grow up in an ocean aquafarm. The cobia was not fatty yet so freaking flavorful. Crab-meat stuffed shrimp were the final piece of this succulent, seafood feast. It just might inspire us to stuff our turkeys with crabmeat this upcoming November.

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We also tried the Maine sea scallops a la blue crab Oscar. This incredible plate consisted of five juicy seared scallops with a slight crispy skin, doused with Bearnaise sauce with chunks of blue crab meat and grilled asparagus.

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Even though we were stuffed to the gills, we had to take the waiter up on his recommended dessert of warm spiced banana bread pudding served with vanilla ice cream and hot caramel sauce. This gargantuan treat was, in a word, magnificent. The banana taste was slightly subdued making the warm cake light yet potent. The dessert was quite addicting.

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We were very impressed by the stellar food, impeccable service, and refined yet comfy ambiance that The Oceanaire delivers. Chef Kareem Augin is cool, affable and cares deeply about his food and the Earth, which is clearly reflected in his offerings. We will definitely be back to try his famous Jerk Fish (pictured below)!

Looking for a great opportunity to try it out? Swing by on Valentines Day weekend for the incredible prix fixe meal that’s sure to please.

One thing is for sure… We shall see you soon, Chef Kareem!

JERK FISH

Loveinaire

 …and because I couldn’t seem to stop taking pix of this edible art, here are some more foodie images to enjoy.  :)

release your inner self throught art…paint 2/17/14

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release your inner self throught art…paint
Monday, 02/17/2014 – 06:00 pm – 08:00 pm
Flyer magic Mondays Final print readyClevelander Sports Bar
1020 Ocean Drive,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
Webpage Link
Cost: $10. gets you 1st drink on us

Let’s have some fun. Create your own canvas with Bottle & Bottega and you get to take it home. All materials will be supplied. Please remember to RSVP irait@bellsouth.net
see you all Monday February 17, 2014 6 – 8PM

Photographs by Anthony Jordon on Drawn from Miami Closing Reception at AIA MCAD on 1/31/14

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Photographs taken by Anthony Jordon of Drawn from Miami Closing Reception at AIA MCAD being housed in two floors of the historic Old U.S. Post Office in Downtown Miami on Friday, January 31, 2014.

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

Love, Sex and UN-Spoken Words 3/15/14

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Love, Sex and UN-Spoken Words
Saturday, 03/15/2014 – 03/15/2014 07:00 pm – 11:30 pm
Iva-flyer-pic1310 Gallery
1310 SW 2nd Court,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33312
Webpage Link
Cost: FREE

LOVE, SEX & UN-Spoken Words
Curated and Hosted by Iva Christina McDaniels
Admission: Free & Open to the Public

LOVE, SEX & UN-Spoken Words: Is a celebration of original poetry sung by the sultry songbird, Alana DaCosta and improvised by the erotic movements of Body & Soul Dance Theatre. This explosive journey stimulates the senses from head to toe with passion filling every moment. An open mind and soul are all that’s required for admission, however, be prepared for the emotional rollercoaster that always proves to be worth the ride.

In addition to the performances, enjoy the captioned short film, GAWKIN. This work combines the sophisticated presence of actress Sope Aluko and the sensual swagger of actress Marlaina Law. The women explore their internal fears within their perspective sexuality while contemplating a love connection. Tiptoe down an 8-minute rabbit hole, you may just like what you see. And if you’re cravings still haven’t been satisfied, bask in the larger than life size artwork inspired by self-love, relationships and loving your passion. This production contains explicit material and language. Parental guidance is advised.

Iva McDaniels is a multidisciplinary artist. She graduated from Coral Gables Senior High and holds degrees in Radio & Television Broadcasting, Communications, and Interdisciplinary Arts Education. She is the author of the poetry book MOIST, a playwright, blogger, freelance spiritual and entertainment writer, and filmmaker.

1310 Gallery is an artist-run collective that offers over 2400 square feet of exhibition space split into 3 levels, and housed within ArtSpace’s live/work facility, Sailboat Bend Artist Lofts. 1310 Gallery rotates art exhibitions monthly and also hosts performances and workshops. The gallery is open by appointment in addition to the Opening & Closing receptions.

E11even Miami Grand Opening Weekend 2/7/14-2/9/14

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E11even Miami Grand Opening Weekend
14.01.27_GRANDOPENING_640[17]Feabruary 7-9, 2014
Elleven Miami
29 N.E. 11th Street
Miami 33132
www.11miami.com

Redefining Entertainment Through Innovation

A unique, one of a kind 24-hour International Cabaret, Dayclub, Nightclub, and After-hours experience that features beautiful entertainers, E11EVEN-STYLE THEATR11CS® and exotic acts to tempt the senses.

E11EVEN MIAMI catapults the nightlife scene in South Florida to new heights with 25,000 square feet of social entertainment coupled with five-star hospitality and state-of-the-art technology in an environment that is as sexy as it is sophisticated.

It’s exactly what you think it is…

Celebrate Love at Armillary Grill 2/14/14

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Celebrate Love at Armillary Grill
Friday, 02/14/2014 – 05:00 pm – 11:00 pm
VDAYREVISIONInterContinental at Doral Miami
2505 NW 87th Ave,
Doral, Florida 33172
Facebook Link
Cost: $35.99 – $59.99

Treat your better half to a wonderful menu created by the InterContinental at Doral Miami’s chefs especially for Valentine’s Day. For $35.99, savor a champagne inspired meal and Godiva dessert. For $59.99 per person, a bottle of champagne will be included per couple.

For reservations call 305-468-1400 Ext. 4318.

Movie Night Monday 2/3/14

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Movie Night Monday
Monday, 02/03/2014 – 10:00 pm – 05:00 am
blackbird_movienights_groundhog23Blackbird Ordinary
729 SW 1st Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

Blackbird Ordinary presents Movie Night Mondays! Join us for an outdoor double feature of Groundhog’s Day & Caddyshack at 10pm. Karaoke starts inside at 11! No cover.

Ladies Night 2/4/14

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Ladies Night
Sunday, 02/04/2014 – 10:00 pm – 05:00 am
LadiesNightLogo2Blackbird Ordinary
729 SW 1st Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

Tuesdays at Blackbird belong to the ladies! Featuring The Tremends live, with DJ A-Train. Free wells & Blackbirds for ladies from 10pm-1:30am! 21+ || No cover!

Roots Rock Wednesday 2/5/14

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Roots Rock Wednesday
Wednesday, 02/05/2014 – 10:00 pm – 05:00 am
599103_482980555093104_319880258_n4Blackbird Ordinary
729 SW 1st Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

Adding some soul to your mid-week with Haitian Hillbilly playing the finest in rockabilly, blues, R&B, and more. Enjoy ½ off whiskey all night! 21+ to boogie woogie. No cover.

A Very Musical Studio Crawl 2/1/14

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A Very Musical Studio Crawl
artcenterArtCenter / South Florida
800-810 & 924 Lincoln Road
Miami Beach, FL 33139

ArtCenter’s Studio Crawl, held every first Saturday of the month, invites visitors to wander throughout the ArtCenter’s three buildings, exchange with our artists in their studios and view our current exhibitions.

This month, we have several musical treats. Starting at 7:30pm, Greater Miami Youth Symphony (GMYS) performs at Project 924. You can catch their performance and preview our newest exhibition, One Out of One Thousand curated by visiting curator Cristina Anglada. Then, at the Richard Shack Gallery, you can check out the Improv Unbound Ensemble at 9pm. They perform within the exhibition In His Own Likeness curated by Marivi Veliz featuring Othón Castañeda, Rocío García, Eny Roland and Mario Santizo.

Romance in the Sky 2/14/14

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Romance in the Sky
Friday, 02/14/2014 – 06:00 pm –
Atrio
1395 Brickell Ave,
Miami, Florida 33131
Webpage Link
Cost: $95.00 per person

Indulge in a little romance at the Atrio Restaurant & Wine Room. Spoil your significant other with a delectable 3-course meal . Dine in decadence as you take in breathtaking views of Miami’s city lights as a violinist sets the tone for a romantic evening.

Lovebirds can relish in their romance and start with options like a refreshing Octopus Carpaccio served with a fried oyster salad, or enjoy an entrée of a rich Beef Tenderloin accompanied by truffle bread and butter pudding and seared foie gras. The evening will end with a Salted Chocolate Délice topped with Kahlua Crème fraîche and lychee mousse.

The price-fixe menu is $95.00 per adult, seating starts at 6 p.m. For reservations, please call 305-503-6529.

Worthy? Positioning an Emerging Company for Investment 2/18/14

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“Worthy? Positioning an Emerging Company for Investment”
Tuesday, 02/18/2014 – 06:30 pm – 08:30 pm
Nova Southeastern University
Nova Southeastern University, 3301 College Avenue, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33314 H. Wayne Huizenga School of Business and Entrepreneurship, Knight Lecture Hall Room 1124,
Nova Southeastern University, 3301 College Avenue, Florida Ft. Lauderdale
Buy Tickets Link
Cost: $30

MIT Enterprise Forum of South Florida and Nova Southeastern University Host a Business Education Program Exploring Critical Success Factors for Innovative High Growth Companies
MIAMI— Jan. 30, 2014 – The MIT Enterprise Forum of South Florida (MITEF) and Nova Southeastern University will present a business education program with an interactive discussion titled, “Worthy? Positioning an Emerging Company for Investment.” Expert speakers, including thought leaders from academia and tech entrepreneurship, will provide their perspectives on positioning a company for investment, as well as which critical attributes of an emerging technology company indicate that their commercial concept might succeed.
What attracts capital to the “stranger” amidst a crowd of options? How is technology innovation defined? Hear two successful serial entrepreneurs, prolific in multiple areas, address these questions and other subjects in an evening of conversation. The event takes place from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, February 18, 2014 at Nova Southeastern University, 3301 College Avenue, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33314.

Caring About the Strays invites you to Texas de Brazil 3/1/14

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Caring About the Strays invites you to Texas de Brazil
Saturday, 03/01/2014 – 05:00 pm – 08:00 pm
TexasdeBrazilTexas de Brazil
300 Alton Road,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
Webpage Link
Cost: $10 donation

With your $10 donation to the non-profit animal rescue group enjoy complimentary appetizers, Happy Hour deals, and 15% off in the dining room.

All proceeds benefit Caring About the Strays.

Raffle and pet fashions! Bring cash!

Please RSVP: events@ caringaboutthestrays.org or 305-889-0840

Winn-Dixie Mini Calle Ocho Event Featuring Univision’s Chef Maggie Jimenez 2/15/14

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Winn-Dixie Mini Calle Ocho Event Featuring Univision’s Chef Maggie Jimenez
Saturday, 02/15/2014 – 12:00 pm – 02:00 pm
Chef-Maggie-Jimenez1Winn-Dixie Store # 251
3275 S.W. 22nd St.,
Miami, Florida 33145
Facebook Link
Cost: Free

Winn-Dixie invites South Florida shoppers to join us for an afternoon of family, food and fun to kick-off this year’s Calle Ocho festival with mini celebrations throughout February at select Miami stores. As part of the celebrations, shoppers will enjoy a special cooking demonstration by Univision’s Celebrity Chef Maggie Jiménez. Known for her simple and delicious recipes that make it so easy to learn, Jiménez will prepare easy Kraft Food recipes such as Mesquite Chicken Breasts with Lime-Avocado Salsa, JELL-O Fruit and Cookie Dream and Tanguila Sunrise.

In addition to the cooking demonstrations, event attendees will also enjoy a variety of food sampling stations, Coca-Cola sampling, giveaways and more.

Learn How to Raise All the Money You Can from Laura Belcher National Director, power2give.org 2/10/14-2/11/14

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Learn How to Raise All the Money You Can from Laura Belcher National Director, power2give.org
Monday, February 10th – 2:00 PM
Ziff Opera House, Next Generation Green Room

Tuesday, February 11th – 10:00 AM
Knight Concert Hall, Peacock Education Center

Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts
1300 Biscayne Boulevard
Miami, FL
Register Online

Big news! For a limited time, you will pay $0 in administrative fees when you use power2give.org. With no fees to pay, now is a great time to use power2give.org to raise money for your next project!

Learn about power2give.org, hear success stories from other site affiliates, and learn best practices and effective fundraising strategies directly from the site’s National Director, Laura Belcher. Laura will be on-hand to take your questions and demonstrate the site’s latest upgrades and enhancements.

Since the launch of power2give.org in Miami, over $250,000 of private sector support has been raised for 120 projects. Learn how power2give.org can help diversify your reach into private sector support.

What is power2give.org?
power2give.org is an online “cultural marketplace” designed to connect a donor’s passion for the arts with cultural projects in need of funding. The site allows arts organizations to post and promote projects, and invites donors to contribute directly to the projects that are most intriguing to them.

Who can post a project?
To post a project, your organization must:
have obtained a determination of tax-exempt status with the IRS under section 501(c)(3) of the U.S. Internal Revenue Code;
have received a grant from the Department of Cultural Affairs in the last five (5) years;
have obtained a Charitable Donations Registration number with the State of Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services; and
be located in Miami-Dade County; and post projects that are arts, science, history or heritage based and have a cost less than $10,000.

GMCVB Miami Romance Month Offers and Happenings February 2014

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GMCVB Miami Romance Month Offers and Happenings
www.MiamiRomanceMonth.com

Romantic Tempting Options for 2014 Trips to Greater Miami and Beaches…
Miami Romance Month is part of the GMCVB’s increasingly popular Miami Temptations program, which takes a thematic focus on the best that Miami has to offer throughout the year at attractive prices.

The Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau (GMCVB) is celebrating its fourth Miami Romance Month, sponsored by MasterCard’s Priceless Miami program. Cupid’s arrow has moved Miami Romance Month from June to the month of February this year offering visitors and locals value added deals to inspire romantic getaways and activities. Dedicated website, www.MiamiRomanceMonth.com, provides a comprehensive guide to the destination and calendar of events to reference for couples’ and groups’ planning a little lovin’.

From cruise giveaways to promotional performances and events, save the date for:

Love Song Serenades at Brickell:
Officially kicking off Miami Romance Month on Thursday, January 30, 2014, local singer and pianist Brendan O’Hara will surprise Mary Brickell Village diners with romantic love song serenades featuring tunes from one of Broadway’s most celebrated and Tony Award winning plays, “Once.” The traveling show will come to Miami (February 4 – 9) at the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County. During the event, those who snap a romantic photo and share it on Instagram using #MiamiRomance and #OnceMusical will be entered for a chance to win two tickets to “Once” on February 4th at the Arsht Center.

Love Sets Sail:
From February 1, the Visit Miami Facebook page www.facebook.com/visitmiami will host a ‘Miami Romance Month Norwegian Getaway Giveaway’ giving fans the chance to enter to win a seven-day cruise for two aboard Miami’s Ultimate Ship â„¢, Norwegian Getaway, and a two-night stay in Miami pre-or-post cruise. Simply click on the Cruise Contest tab and enter to win!

Wedding Inspiration for Brides and Grooms to Be:
What has now become an annual Miami Romance Month event, the It’s So Miami Wedding Showcase (hosted at the Coral Gables Country Club on February 4 from 5:30-8:30pm), will be an informative and fun-filled evening for couples considering a destination wedding. From delicious sweets and savory samples, to top tips from premier local wedding planners, designers, florists and caterers, having a wedding in Greater Miami could go from dream to reality. Attendees will also have the chance to win a cruise for two on Norwegian Getaway.

“Recently recognized as one of the top three most romantic cities in America by Amazon.com, Greater Miami and the Beaches continues to solidify itself as a leading destination to fall in love and celebrate romantic milestones – engagements, commitment ceremonies and weddings, anniversaries, honeymoons, you name it!” said GMCVB President & CEO William D. Talbert, III, CDME. “As we welcome more visitors each year, we’ve seen our Temptations Program thrive and Miami Romance Month is one people thoroughly enjoy and take advantage of.”

Other programs include Miami Cruise Month, Shop Miami Month, Miami Sports Month, Miami Museum Month, Miami Film Month, Miami Spa Month, Miami Spice Restaurant Month, Miami Attractions Month, and Miami Live Month. For more information on the Temptations programs please visit www.MiamiTemptations.com.

Miami Dade College’s MDCulture Miami International Film Festival 31st Edition 3/7/14-3/16/14

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Miami Dade College’s MDCulture Miami International Film Festival 31st Edition
March 7 – 16, 2014

Miami International Film Festival (MIFF), a program of Miami Dade College’s MDCulture, is proud to announce the films selected to screen during its 31st edition of the annual 10-day event. Premiering at this year’s Festival will be 93 feature films and 28 short films from 38 countries, participating in competition and non-competition categories.

“The programming team of Miami International Film Festival believes the selection of films showcased in the Festival this year is a reflection of our passion for film, and we hope that it will strengthen our community’s love and appreciation for the art of filmmaking,” said MIFF Executive Director Jaie Laplante.

“We’re very excited about bringing the 31st edition of MIFF to our community,” said Dr. Eduardo J. Padrón, MDC’s president. “A forerunner in Miami’s cultural scene, the Festival remains very fresh, creative and timely. It distinguishes itself from the world’s other major film festivals because of its heavy emphasis on education through its special screenings and seminars. I invite everyone to attend and enjoy its rich program.”

Friday, March 7, 2014
Olympia Theater at Gusman Center for the Performing Arts
CINEDWNTWN Opening Night Film presented by Miami Downtown Development Authority and Patron 3-D Opening Night Party
The Festival will open with the North American premiere of Elsa & Fred directed by Michael Radford. Radford previously attended MIFF in 2008. Oscar winners Shirley MacLaine and Christopher Plummer play the titular characters originated by China Zorrilla and Manuel Alexandre in this remake of the beloved 2008 release of the Argentine/Spanish film of the same name. Also in the cast are Oscar winner Marcia Gay Harden; as well as George Segal, Chris Noth, James Brolin, Wendell Pierce, Jaime Camil and Osvaldo Rios.
A “Patron 3-D” Gala Party at the Historic Alfred I. Dupont Building will unfold after the Opening Night screening of Elsa & Fred.

Saturday, March 15, 2014
CINEDWNTWN Awards Night Film presented by Miami Downtown Development Authority with Pyrat Gold: The Awards Night Rum Party
The Festival‘s annual Awards Night gala will culminate with the World premiere of Rob the Mob directed by Raymond De Felitta and starring Andy Garcia. De Felitta and Garcia previously collaborated on the 2010 hit film City Island, which also premiered at MIFF. Rob the Mob also stars Michael Pitt, Ray Romano, Burt Young, Griffin Dunne, Frank Whaley, Cathy Moriarty, Aida Turturro, Yul Vazquez and Nina Arianda.
Pyrat Gold: The Awards Night Rum Party will be hosted at the Historic Freedom Tower after the Awards Night screening of Rob the Mob. The Lexus Audience Awards for feature and documentary will be announced at this event.

Sunday, March 9, 2014
Career Achievement Tribute Award, presented by 88 RUE DU RHONE – presented to John Turturro
This year’s Career Achievement Tribute will be presented to actor and filmmaker John Turturro. Turturro, a double Cannes winner (as Best Actor for Barton Fink in 1992 and with the Camera d’Or as Best First Feature Film director in 1993 for Mac) will present his latest directorial achievement, Fading Gigolo, as part of the CINEDWNTWN presented by Miami Downtown Development Authority program. Fading Gigolo also stars Woody Allen, Sharon Stone and Sofia Vergara.
A “Career Achievement Tribute” Party in John Turturro’s honor, also sponsored by 88 RUE DU RHONE, will be hosted by Area 31 Restaurant in the stunning Epic Hotel after the screening.

Festival Competition Categories:
The Knight Competition, open to dramatic works from Latin America, Spain and Portugal, as well as Latino-themed works produced in the United States, will feature 10 films eligible to receive $40,000 in achievement recognition from the Festival, courtesy of James L. & John S. Knight Foundation. The 10 films competing in this category are:
All About The Feathers (Por las plumas) (Costa Rica, directed by Neto Villalobos) *US Premiere
Asteroid (Asteroide) (Mexico, directed by Marcelo Tobar) *World Premiere
Club Sandwich (Mexico, directed by Fernando Eimbcke)
The Man of the Crowd (O homem das multidões) (Brazil, directed by Marcelo Gomes and Cao Guimarães) *North American Premiere
Memories of the Desert (Romance policial) (Brazil / Chile, directed by Jorge Durán) *World Premiere
Natural Sciences (Ciencias naturales) (Argentina, directed by Matias Lucchesi) *North American Premiere
Séptimo (Spain / Argentina, directed by Patxi Amexcua) *North American Premiere
To Kill A Man (Matar un hombre) (Chile / France, directed by Alejandro Fernández Almendras)
We All Want What’s Best For Her (Tots volem el millor per a ella) (Spain, directed by Mar Coll) *North American Premiere
A Wolf at the Door (O lobo atrás da porta) (Brazil, directed by Fernando Coimbra)

Both All About The Feathers and The Man of the Crowd received support from MIFF’s industry development program Encuentros in previous Festival editions. Mar Coll (Three Days With The Family, MIFF 2010), Marcelo Gomes (I Travel Because I Have To, I Come Back Because I Love You, MIFF 2010) and Cao Guimarães (Accident, MIFF 2007) have previously competed in MIFF competition categories. Argentina’s Ricardo Darín, a popular MIFF star, appears in Séptimo.

Knight Documentary Competition, open to engaging and thought-provoking feature-length documentaries created by international filmmakers that examine social issues, diverse cultures, icons and inspiring people, will feature 10 films eligible to receive $10,000 in achievement recognition from the Festival, courtesy of James L. & John S. Knight Foundation. The 10 films competing in this category are:
The Art Rush (France, directed by Marianne Lamour) *North American Premiere
The Dog (USA, directed by Allison Berg and Frank Keraudren)
Europe in 8 Bits (Spain, directed by Javier Polo)
Finding Vivian Maier (USA, directed by Charlie Siskel and John Maloof)
Ivory Tower (USA, directed by Andrew Rossi)
Locations: Looking For Rusty James (Locaciones: buscando a Rusty James) (Chile, directed by Alberto Fuguet)
The Notorious Mr. Bout (USA / Russia, directed by Tony Gerber and Maxim Pozdorovkin)
The Overnighters (USA, directed by Jesse Moss)
Supermensch: The Legend of Shep Gordon (USA, directed by Mike Myers)
Whitey: United States of America V. James J. Bulger (USA, directed by Joe Berlinger)

Joe Berlinger (Under African Skies, MIFF 2012) and Andrew Rossi (Page One: A Year Inside The New York Times, MIFF 2012) have previously competed in this category. Mike Myers is one of the world’s most popular entertainers (Austin Powers, Shrek, Wayne’s World), and Supermensch is his directorial debut. As previously announced, every film in this category will additionally be preceded by a world premiering 5-minute documentary directed by Bill Bilowit, each film from THE CHICAGO PROJECT X Fashion Outlets of Chicago series.

The Lexus Ibero-American Opera Prima Competition for first-time feature filmmakers emerging from Spain, Portugal and Latin America will feature four films eligible to receive $5,000 in achievement recognition from the Festival, courtesy of Lexus; and an additional $5,000 in achievement recognition for screenwriting from the Festival, courtesy of Jordan A. Ressler Foundation. The four films competing in this category are:
Here’s the Deal (Somos gente honrada) (Spain, directed by Alejandro Marzoa) *US Premiere
Mateo (Colombia / France, directed by Maria Gamboa) *World Premiere
Stockholm (Estocolmo) (Spain, directed by Rodrigo Sorogoyen) *US Premiere
We are Mari Pepa (Somos Mari Pepa) (Mexico, directed by Samuel Kishi Leopo)

Papi Shorts Competition presented by Macy’s will present 10 accomplished short films from around the globe, eligible to receive $1,000 in achievement recognition from the Festival, courtesy of Papi and Macy’s. The 10 films competing in this category are:
A Big Deal (特殊交易) (China, directed by Yoyo Yao) *US Premiere
Blue (USA, directed by Justin Malone) *World Premiere
Chub (USA, directed by Samuel Albis) *World Premiere
Flamingo (Venezuela, directed by Carl Zitelmann)
Grace (Graça) (Brazil, directed by Anna Clara Peltier) *North American Premiere
The Phone Call (United Kingdom, directed by Mat Kirkby)
Skin (France, directed by Cédric Prévost) *North American Premiere
Shirt Out, Game Over! (Switzerland, directed by Eric Paternot) *World Premiere
Unicorn (Unicornio) (Bolivia, directed by Rodrigo Bellott)
Xenos (United Kingdom / Greece / Denmark, directed by Mahdi Fleifel) *North American Premiere

Cédric Prévost previously won this category in 2012 with his short “Catharsis”. Mahdi Fleifel (A World Not Ours) was selected as one of MIFF’s 4 World Directors to Watch in 2013. Samuel Albis is a Miami-based filmmaker and “Chub” is additionally part of the Festival’s Florida Focus program. Current Oscar nominee Sally Hawkins (Blue Jasmine) stars in “The Phone Call”.

The Festival also unveils a number of films in non-competitive categories:

Cinedwntwn Galas Presented By Miami Downtown Development Authority
Brazilian Western (Brazil, directed by René Sampaio)
Deep City: Birth of the Miami Sound (USA, directed by Marlon Johnson, Dennis Scholl, and Chad Tingle)
The Devil’s Violinist (Der Teufelsgeiger) (Germany / Italy / Austria, directed by Bernard Rose) *North American premiere

Special Presentation: Work In Progress From Cuba
Filmmaker Bent-Jorgen Perlmutt (Diana Vreeland: The Eye Has To Travel) will attend the Festival for a “Work in Progress from Cuba” presentation. He will present clips from his forthcoming feature documentary Havana Motor Club, about Cuba’s top underground drag racers of classic American cars, and a quest to mount the first official car race since the Revolution’s ban on the sport. Perlmutt will discuss the issues and plans for shaping the final film.

Lee Brian Schrager’s Culinary Cinema presented by Plymouth Gin
Brasserie Romantique (Brasserie romantiek) (Belgium, directed by Joël Vanhoebrouck)
Final Recipe (Fa-i-neol re-si-pi) (Republic of Korea / Thailand, directed by Gina Kim)
Food for Love (Greece, directed by Marianna Economou), preceded by the short film “Impromptu” (Canada, directed by Bruce Alcock)
Jadoo (United Kingdom, directed by Amit Gupta)
Le Chef (Comme un chef) (France, directed by Daniel Cohen)

These titles join the preview to this program, the previously announced Soul of a Banquet (USA, directed by Wayne Wang), which screens on February 23rd at the New World Soundscape as part of Food Network South Beach Wine & Food Festival.

Florida Focus
Cherry Pop: The Story of the World’s Fanciest Cat (USA, directed by Kareem Tabsch)
Ectotherms (USA, directed by Monica Peña) *World Premiere
International Noise Conference 2013 (USA, directed by Ronnie Rivera)
Strike: The Greatest Bowling Story Ever Told (USA, directed by Joey Daoud)

Other Florida Focus films announced in other categories are the CINEDWNTWN title Deep City: Birth of the Miami Sound (USA, directed by Marlon Johnson, Dennis Scholl, and Chad Tingle) and the Papi Shorts Competition presented by Macy’s title “Chub” (USA, directed by Samuel Albis).

Mayhem
Coherence (USA, directed by James Ward Byrkit)
In Darkness We Fall (La cueva) (Spain, directed by Alfredo Montero) *North American Premiere
The Sacrament (USA, directed by Ti West)

These 3 films join Witching and Bitching (Las brujas de zugarramurdi) (Spain / France, directed by Álex de la Iglesia), previously announced in this category.
America the Beautiful
The Immigrant (USA, directed by James Gray)
Memphis (USA, directed by Tim Sutton)
War Story (USA, directed by Mark Jackson) *Stars Catherine Keener and Ben Kingsley
Visions
The Congress (Israel / Germany / Poland / Luxembourg / Belgium, directed by Ari Folman)
Wetlands (Feuchtgebiete) (Germany, directed by David F. Wnendt)

REEL Music
Serrat & Sabina: Two for the Road (Serrat y Sabina: el simbolo y el cuate) (Spain, directed by Francesc Relea) *North American Premiere

In addition, the Festival will soon announce 10 selected music videos that will compete in the MTV/TR3S Music Video Art Competition. The Festival is partnering with MTV and Tr3s to present the program and the videos will be reviewed by a panel of MTV Latin America judges.

CINEMA 360° PRESENTED BY VIENDOMOVIES
Two films have been added to the Cinema 360° presented by Viendomovies program, joining those previously announced on January 14th. The two newly added films are:
Dom Hemingway (UK, directed by Richard Shepard) *Starring Jude Law and Demian Bichir
I’ll Follow You Down (Canada, directed by Richie Mehta) *Starring Haley Joel Osment and Gillian Anderson

I’ll Follow You Down is Richie Mehta’s second film in this year’s Festival. It joins the previously announced Siddharth.

Close-Ups on National Cinemas: China (presented By Byejoe), Germany and Mexico
This year, the Festival has created special CLOSE-UPS on national cinemas, China, Germany and Mexico. Each of these prolific film-producing nations is represented in a variety of the Festival’s programs.

Close-up on China presented by ByeJoe
American Dreams in China (中國合伙人) (China, directed by Peter Ho-Sun Chan)
Bends (Hong Kong / China, directed by Flora Lau)
Trap Street (Shuiyin Jie) (China, directed by Vivian Qu)
Web Junkie (Israel / USA, directed by Shosh Shlam & Hilla Medalia)

Close-up on Mexico (all titles previously announced as part of other Festival sections)
The Amazing Catfish (Los insólitos peces gato) (Mexico, directed by Claudia Sainte-Luce)
Asteroid (Asteroide) (Mexico, directed by Marcelo Tobar)
Club Sandwich (Mexico, directed by Fernando Eimbcke)
Heli (Mexico, directed by Amat Escalante)
La jaula de oro (Mexico, directed by Diego Quemada-Díez)
We Are Mari Pepa (Somos Mari Pepa) (Mexico, directed by Samuel Kishi Leopo)

Close-up on Germany (all titles previously announced as part of other Festival sections)
The Devil’s Violinist (Der teufelsgeiger) (Germany / Italy / Austria, directed by Bernard Rose)
Fack ju Göhte/Suck Me Shakespeer (Germany, directed by Boar Dagtekin)
Global Player (Global Player – Wo Wir Sind Isch Vorne) (Germany, directed by Hannes Stöhr)
Wetlands (Feuchtgebiete) (Germany, directed by David F. Wnendt)

A From The Vault special presentation in collaboration with Miami Beach Cinematheque this year will feature a 45th anniversary screening of John Schlesinger’s Oscar-winning classic, Midnight Cowboy. The screening will be preceded by the footage of the original screen tests that Jon Voigt made to win the role, presented by the late Schlesinger’s partner Michael Childers. Miami Beach Cinematheque will also present a photo exhibit of Childers work as part of a month-long tribute to Schlesinger.

The previously announced categories Cinema 360° presented by VIENDOMOVIES and Doc-You-Up are also part of the non-competition films slate at this year’s Festival. Cinema 360° presented by VIENDOMOVIES is one of the Festival’s most extensive categories this year with an array of films from around the world.

All of the above titles will be eligible for the Lexus Audience Awards (Feature & Documentary), as voted on by the public during the Festival. Lexus is the Official and Exclusive Automobile Sponsor of the 2014 Festival.

Other notables Highlights during the Festival week include:
Masterclass Seminars include:
“A Very Bright Future: The End of Movies As We Know Them,” presented by noted author and filmmaker Alberto Fuguet
“A Brief History of CGI presented by Spaz Williams” (Oscar nominee for The Mask) hosted by Kreative Kontent

KODAK/Pro8mm “Do A Shot Miami!” workshops are back by popular demand.
The coveted Lexus Audience Award is presented to the feature film and the documentary that receive the most votes from audience members. Prior to viewing eligible films, ballads are dispersed to audience members in order to cast their vote for their favorite film. The award was presented to two films at last year’s Festival, Gideon’s Army by Dawn Porter and 7 Boxes (7 cajas) by Juan Carlos Maneglia and Tana Schémbori.

Miami + Shanghai CinemaSlam is a competition which aims to discover, showcase, and celebrate the work of undergraduate and graduate students in Miami and Shanghai film schools. Florida participating schools include Barry University, Center of Cinematography, Arts & Television Florida International University, Miami Dade College, Miami International University, New World School of the Arts (University of Florida), St. Thomas University and the University of Miami. Shanghai schools include East China University, East China Normal University, Shanghai Jiaotong University, Shanghai Normal University, Shanghai Theatre Academy, and Shanghai University.

Miami ENCUENTROS presented by Moviecity: The purpose of this competition is to facilitate completion of feature films produced partially or entirely by Latin-American based production companies, or from US Hispanic filmmakers, that are currently in post-production and will not be completed by March 2014. Miami ENCUENTROS aims to propel these projects towards their eventual debuts on the international stage. MIFF ENCUENTROS and Moviecity will be awarding a pre-sale contract offer worth USD$ 35,000 to the winning project as selected by a jury of industry professionals. The program finalists will be announced in February.
ACE (Ateliers du Cinéma Européen) Co-Production Lab is a three-day workshop, supported by MEDIA and MIFF’s VeoMiami industry program, that will bring together over 30 European and Latin American film industry professionals to develop opportunities for artistic and financial cooperation between these territories. The project-based workshop will consist of case studies, pitching sessions, panels, one-on-one meetings and networking events. The program finalists will be announced in February.

MIFF’s screening venues are as unique as the films themselves, reflecting the communities MIFF serves through film. One of the theaters is a historic landmark, Olympia Theater at the Gusman Center for the Performing Arts which is a grand movie palace evoking the golden age of Hollywood, tailor-made for major red carpet events. The Festival will also screen films at the Paragon Grove, O Cinema, Regal South Beach Cinemas, Miami Beach Cinematheque and Coral Gables Art Cinema. Special event venues include Freedom Tower at Miami Dade College, The Historic Alfred I. Dupont Building, and New World Center.

Tickets will go on sale to the general public on Friday, February 14th. For membership opportunities or more information, please visit miamifilmfestival.com or call 305-237-FILM(3456). The Festival is the only major film festival event housed within a college or university.

Miami Light Project and FUNDarte present 7th Annual Global Cuba Fest featuring Danay Suarez and Dafnis Prieto 2/7/14-2/8/14

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Miami Light Project and FUNDarte present 7th Annual Global Cuba Fest featuring Danay Suarez and Dafnis Prieto
fundarte_globalcuba14_1Danay Suarez in Concert – February 7, 2014 8:00pm
Dafnis Prieto in Concert – February 8, 2014 8:00pm
Far Away Multimedia Exhibition – opens Friday, February 7, 6:00pm, open daily through GCF
The Light Box at Goldman Warehouse
404 NW 26 Street
Miami, FL 33127

For Tickets:
February 7, 2014 with Danay Suarez, $30 General Admission, $50 VIP (includes VIP seating and drink ticket)
February 8, 2014 with Dafnis Prieto, $30 General Admission, $50 VIP (includes VIP seating and drink ticket)

Weekend passes are available for $50 and include one general admission ticket per night, per pass.
Tickets available online

For the first time in Wynwood, Miami Light Project and FUNDarte are proud to present the 7th Annual Global Cuba Fest at The Light Box at Goldman Warehouse, featuring two of contemporary Cuban music’s most energizing performers, Danay Suarez and Dafnis Prieto, February 7-8, 2014

This weekend of diverse Cuban music celebrates the roots of Cuban music and the genre’s funkiest innovations exploring jazz, son montuno, bolero, trova, timba and Afro-Cuban rhythms. Global Cuba Fest kicks off on Friday, February 7, with singer/song writer and rapper Danay Suarez and concludes on Saturday, February 8, with a spectacular performance by Jazz percussionist, Dafnis Prieto.

Rounding out the weekend is a special multimedia interactive exhibition, Far Away, by composer Sage Lewis. Far Away is a video installation about the relationship between the US and Cuba told from the perspective of the youngest generations from both nations. Two virtual children’s choirs, one from Los Angeles and the other from Havana, sing together from across the ocean. The work was designed by artist Sage Lewis who interviewed the National Children’s Chorus (Los Angeles) and Coro Diminuto (Havana) about their thoughts on nationality and friendship. The children’s answers became the libretto that Lewis used to compose a ten-minute a cappella choral work. In the gallery, their images are life-size projections onto hanging scrims that face each other. Only being able to encounter each other through technology and music, the children transcend the political, geographic, and communication barriers that have divided their cultures for over 50 years.

Danay Suárez, self-taught Cuban singer of jazz and hip hop, began her music career through the Cuban rap movement. She could rap “with perfect flow and compelling, conscious lyrics” and she could also sing jazz, soul, reggae, blues, and more, with the same ease. By fusing elements of hip hop with jazz and traditional Cuban music, Danay has been celebrated around the world as an impeccable vocalist and poignant storyteller.

From 2008 until 2010 she was the lead singer of Cuban fusion group X Alfonso, and performed on stages in Panama, Mexico, Germany and Spain, and was featured in a special concert in honor of London’s Royal Ballet, London, at the British Embassy in Cuba. Her collaborations as a Havana Cultura solo artist tours to Europe introduced her to renowned British DJ Gilles Peterson, who, along with Cuban jazz pianist Roberto Fonseca, produced her debut CD Danay Suárez, Havana Cultura Sessions, her first foray into the world of jazz, and which gives a new twist to her career by fusing elements of hip hop with jazz and traditional Cuban music. Her follow up CD, CD Polvo de la humedad, is living tribute to the underground musical culture in Cuba, which passes new music by hand to the audiences at live concerts. In 2012, she accompanied British musician, DJ Mala, on a European tour to promote the CD Mala in Cuba and is currently recording her new album Palabras Manuales.

2011 MacArthur “Genius” Dafnis Prieto’s arrival in the U.S. from Cuba has been compared to that of an asteroid hitting New York. A Grammy and Latin Grammy nominee, Dafnis Prieto is easily the most impressive young drummer to come on the jazz scene during the past decade. Possessing awesome virtuosity and astonishing versatility, his compositions are elaborate compositions melding Afro-Cuban rhythms and modern jazz harmonies into music that is ecstatic and intelligent.

A resident of New York since 1999, he has already worked in bands led by Henry Threadgill, Steve Coleman, Eddie Palmieri, Chico and Arturo O’Farrill, Dave Samuels & The Caribbean Jazz Project, Jane Bunnett, D.D. Jackson, Edward Simon, Michel Camilo, Chucho Valdez, Claudia Acuña, Roy Hargrove, Don Byron and Andrew Hill, among others. He has performed at many national and international music festivals as a sideman and as bandleader including various of his own projects and music. Since 2005, he has been a member of the NYU Music Faculty.

Dafnis Prieto is the founder of the independent record company Dafnison Music. As a composer, he has created music for dance, film, chamber ensembles, and most notably for his own bands, ranging from duets to his “Small Big Band” and including the distinctively different groups featured by five acclaimed recordings as a leader: About The Monks, Absolute Quintet, Taking The Soul For a Walk, Si o Si Quartet- Live at Jazz Standard, and Dafnis Prieto Proverb Trio. He has received new works commissions, grants, and fellowships from Chamber Music America, Jazz at Lincoln Center, East Carolina University, and Meet the Composer.

Viernes Cultural/Cultural Friday 1/31/14

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Viernes Cultural/Cultural Friday
January 31, 2014, 7 to 11 pm
Domino Plaza, at SW 15th Ave & 8th St.

Miami’s best arts and music festival on the last Friday of every month, from 7 to 11 pm on SW 8th Street (Calle Ocho) between 13th and 18th Avenues. Join us Friday for a fun filled evening!

Join us in celebrating another Viernes Cultural/Cultural Friday. Little Havana’s popular art and culture festival is a great event for the whole family. Enjoy music and discover works by local artists and artisans in and around our iconic Domino Plaza on SW 8th Street and SW 15th Avenue, and behold contemporary and historic artworks at our many fine art galleries along Calle Ocho. Finish off your fabulous Friday night by savoring a delicious dinner at one of our various restaurants, boasting cuisine from all over the world. Come dance, eat, shop and enjoy a delightful evening in Little Havana!

Artevivo Dance Academy – 7:00
Panamerican Youth Dance Group – 7:30
Rescate Mundial Dance Group – 8:00
Canovas Jazz Trio 8:30

Viernes Culturales Gallery
@ Futurama Building
1637 SW 8th St, Miami 33135
History of the Miami Police Mounted Patrol Exhibit
Come celebrate the 77-year history of the Miami Police Mounted Patrol with current and former members of the Unit. View Historic photos, antique police cars, horses and other Mounted Police memorabilia from around the world.

Walking Tour of Little Havana
Viernes Culturales brings you the 13th anniversary of Dr. Paul George’s history walking tours of Little Havana. This month view the home of the powerful, benevolent Atkins Family. See the home and hear the tales of A.H. Ramsey. Experience historic Cuban Memorial Blvd. Be dazzled by the former home of Miami’s first mayor and the stunning homes nearby on SW 11th St. Join us for a night of history.

Ask Dr. Paul George about his latest Little Havana book.
Where: Meet in front of the Tower Theater (1508 SW 8th St.)
When: 7 pm Cost: Free

Free Salsa Concert at Tropical Park Valentine’s Day 2/14/14

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Free Salsa Concert at Tropical Park, Valentine’s Day
Friday, 02/14/2014 – 02/14/2014 08:00 pm – 10:00 pm
ANDY-HARLOW-photoTropical Park
7900 SW 40 Street,
Miami, Florida 33155
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

Dust off your dancing shoes as salsa music legend Andy Harlow brings along the “Charanga Time Band” for his return concert visit to Tropical Park on Valentine’s Day, Friday, February 14, 2014. The concert starts at 8:00 p.m. and admission and parking are free. The event is part of the 2013-2014 Noches Tropicales free concert series presented by Miami-Dade County Parks and sponsored by Target. For more information on Noches Tropicales/Tropical Nights concerts, call Vivian Greer Digon at 305-271-0812 or visit Miami-Dade County Parks on the web at www.miamidade.gov/parks. To stay up to date on all future events, like us on Facebook www.facebook.com/miamidadeparks; and follow us on Twitter @miamidadeparks. You can also see past events on our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/user/miamidadeparks.

Cycle for Curvival 2/1/14

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Cycle for Curvival
Saturday, 02/01/2014 – 02/01/2014 07:00 am – 12:00 pm
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Equinox Fitness,
Coral Gables, Florida Miami
Webpage Link
Cost:

Fight cancer this February and March by riding at Cycle for Survival, the fun and high-energy indoor team cycling event, which is part of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. Every dollar raised goes to much-needed clinical trials and research studies for rare cancers, including pancreatic, brain, ovarian and thyroid cancers, all pediatric cancers, and many more.

Donations are allocated at Memorial Sloan Kettering within six months of the events to develop better treatment options for cancer patients worldwide. Together with the event’s founding partner, Equinox, more than $34 million has been raised since 2007.

Teams across the country register to ride for a four-hour shift—with four to eight riders per bike—and multiple bikes, if needed. The event, led by outstanding Equinox instructors, also features complimentary yoga classes, massages and children’s activities.

Memorial Sloan-Kettering—the nation’s preeminent center for cancer research and treatment—targets more than 400 different subtypes of the disease, and makes breakthroughs that benefit patients globally.

Join the Battle. It’s time. Be part of this growing movement. Visit www.cycleforsurvival.org to register your team or make a donation.

Alvaro Pierri presented by the Florida Guitar Foundation 2/21/14

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Alvaro Pierri presented by the Florida Guitar Foundation
Friday, 02/21/2014 – 08:00 pm –
Pierri-PosterClarke Recital Hall, University of Miami
5501 San Amaro Dr,
Coral Gables, Florida 33146
Webpage Link
Cost: $15-$30

The Florida Guitar Foundation is proud to present Alvaro Pierri, a classical guitar legend, in concert on Friday February 21 at 8:00 pm at Clarke Recital Hall, University of Miami. This must-attend event, will be the Florida Guitar Foundation’s third performance for the 2013-2014 season.

Alvaro Pierri is internationally acclaimed as a leading personality in the world of the guitar. Press reviews around the world praise “his breathtaking phrasing“… “his masterly thought-out interpretations“…and “the unmatched musical colour spectrum that he creates on the guitar“.

He was born in Montevideo in Uruguay, in a family of musicians. From the age of 11 he was already receiving awards and first prizes in international guitar competitions. He studied among others with his aunt Olga Pierri, the composer Guido Santorsola and Abel Carlevaro.

Since his brilliant concert debut in New York and his debut in Germany with the string soloists of the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra, Alvaro Pierri is a regular guest at major concert halls and radio and television stations in Europe, North and South America and Asia. Contemporary composers such as Leo Brouwer, Guido Santorsola, Francis Schwartz, Jacques Hétu, Abel Carlevaro, Carlo Domeniconi, Dusan Bogdanovic have written major works for Alvaro Pierri. He shared the stage with artists like Astor Piazzolla, Frank Peter Zimmermann, Terry Riley, Leo Brouwer, Charles Dutoit, etc.
Several of his CDs have been honored with prices like the coveted Canadian FELIX award for the best classical CD of the year. Recently Pioneer Classics Japan brought out a DVD featuring Spanish and South American guitar music, and Deutsche Grammophon re-published a DVD, Alvaro Pierri performing in duo with Astor Piazzolla.
Alvaro Pierri is also a worldwide acclaimed teacher. He was professor at the University of Santa Maria in Brazil and later at McGill University and the UQAM (Academy of Music) in Montreal, Canada. In 2002 he was appointed professor at the famous Academy of Music in Vienna (today University of Music and Performing Arts). He gives master classes at major music festivals such as the New York Manhattan Masters, GFA Guitar Foundation of America, at the Mozarteum Summer Academy in Salzburg, Vienna Masterclasses, Villa Musica, and in Tokyo, Osaka, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Seoul, Brazil, etc.

In recognition of his outstanding artistic talent and carreer and his permanent enriching contribution to the culture, 2008 Alvaro Pierri was appointed as honorary citizen of his hometown Montevideo.

The Florida Guitar Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to the awareness, education, promotion and appreciation of the classical guitar, an instrument of unsurpassed beauty and versatility. The Foundation sponsors public performances by world-renowned artists and aficionados, and strives to create and support a guitar community open to teachers, students, performers, and the listening public.

Super Bowl Sunday Pre-Game and Watch Party South Beach 2/2/14

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Super Bowl Sunday Pre-Game and Watch Party South Beach
Sunday, 02/02/2014 – 02:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Superbowl-2014-Flyer-WebX|O Lounge at Clinton Hotel South Beach
825 Washington Ave,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
Eventbrite Link
Cost: $10 – $25

Join Megacity Events this Super Bowl Sunday on February 2nd 2014 for a Pre-Game and Watch Party at the X|O Lounge at Clinton Hotel South Beach located at 821-825 Washington Ave in Miami Beach, FL.

Watch the Seattle Seahawks battle it out with the Denver Broncos throughout various flat screen TV’s plus on the BIG SCREEN out by the pool deck/patio.

Specials 2-6 pm:

$5 Domestic Beers
$8 Drinks (Well)
$20 Domestic Beer Buckets ($25 Imported)
$150 Bottles

Music by DJ Tinello

Order tickets or book a table via Eventbrite:
http://www.eventbrite.com/e/super-bowl-sunday-pre-game-watch-party-tickets-10427070649?aff=efbevent

Enter Promo Code “SoulOfMiami” for 10% Off Tickets!

For questions call or text 786 277 3703.

Third Annual Gables Heart Crawl 2/8/14

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Third Annual Gables Heart Crawl
Saturday, 02/08/2014 – 03:00 pm –
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65 Miracle Mile,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Buy Tickets Link
Cost: $25 in advance or $30 at the door

What color will you wear this year?
Green = Single and ready to mingle
Yellow = It’s complicated
Red = Taken ♥

The Young Associates of the Coral Gables Museum invite you to our Third Annual Gables Heart Crawl on February 8th, 2014 at 3pm!

The crawl will start at Tarpon Bend and move on to Miller’s Ale House, Fritz & Franz, John Martin’s, and The Bar.

Enjoy complimentary drinks with admission and special discounts along the way.

Get in the Valentine’s Day spirit by showing off your status color.

Tickets are $25 in advance for $30 at the door. The first 100 people to use discount code “heartbreaker” get $2.50 off online registration.

Sign up today:
http://bit.ly/1jEaZKM

“Like” us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/YoungAssociatesOfTheCoralGablesMuseum

Fabulous Miami Multichamber of Commerce Event 2/5/14

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Fabulous Miami Multichamber of Commerce Event
Wednesday, February 5th 2014, 6:00pm to 9:00pm
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1450 Brickell Ave.
Miami FL, 33131
Cost: $10 in Advance for members, $15 in advance for non-members
Cost at the Door: $20 for members- $25 for non-members
rsvp@fabulousmiami.com by Monday, February 3rd 2014

Valet Parking: Available
Dress Code: Business Attire

he Chambers of Bolivia, Camacol, Coconut Grove, Colombia, Chile, Downtown Miami & Brickell, Ecuador, Haití, Honduras, Junior Chamber International, Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, Poland, along with Brickell Rotary Club, invite you to celebrate the Monthly Multichamber of Commerce networking event.

Mix and mingle with local professionals, promote your business, share your ideas, expand your network and have fun! Members $10 in advance and $20 at the door (cash only) Non-members $15 in advance and $25 at the door (cash only)

Includes: A complimentary drink courtesy of Ron Barcelo and appetizers for an hour.
Bring your Business card to participate in raffle to win surprise prizes.

I HEART Fashion I HEART Kids: Empowering Youth One Runway at a Time 2/1/14

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I HEART Fashion I HEART Kids: Empowering Youth One Runway at a Time
360February 1st, 2014
Miami Airport Convention Center & Doubletree Hotel (Macc2)
777 NW 72nd AVE
Miami, FL 33126
Website

Presented by Balloon Rush! Fashion Designers Expo in association with Youth of America produce “I HEART Fashion.I HEART Kids”. Fashion Designers Expo presented the first “I HEART Fashion I HEART Kids” in 2012 to empower youth around the globe using their love for fashion as the tool.

“I HEART Fashion.I HEART Kids” has featured over 200 kids and teens, strengthening their Self Confidence, Self Esteem, Self Worth, as youth while encouraging them to dream big. The goal is to let youth know that they can do anything they put their minds to. They can make a difference in their community, their nation, and even their world!

Special guest appearances have included NFL Pro Player Kennard Cox, Founder of Outside the Huddle Foundation, Inc. which invests in the future of our youth across the country, Kesha Nichols from VH1’s Basketball Wives Miami. Kesha made a special presentation to Hear the Runway Foundation, Inc. during the Runway Show, and Miss Kimmy from WEDR 99 Jamz.

“I HEART Fashion.I HEART Kids” also focuses on anti-bullying. Bullying has become a very sad issue in our school system for years and has caused more and more suicides. “I HEART Fashion.I HEART Kids” is taking a step towards positive change by using fashion as the tool to empower our youth; building up their self esteem and equip them with the strength and confidence to face the challenges of life.

Moonlight and Music Valentine’s Day Concert featuring Nicole Henry 2/14/14

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“Moonlight & Music” Valentine’s Day Concert featuring Nicole Henry
moonlightFriday, February 14, 2014 at 8:00 p.m.
The Deering Estate foundation inc.
16701 SW 72 Avenue
Miami, FL 33157
More Info
Tickets are $20 for general admission. Tickets can be purchased online for an additional $2.50 fee or by calling the Deering Estate Ticket Office at 305-235-1668 ext. 233.

Please note: Tickets are non-refundable, rain or shine. For support with purchasing tickets online, please contact the Customer Help Desk at 1-888-695-0888 (USA), 877-251-2364 (Canada).

The 2014 Concert will feature Nicole Henry. Since her debut in 2004, Nicole Henry has captivated audiences while establishing herself as one of the jazz world’s most acclaimed vocalists. Her expressive, soulful voice and uplifting energy has earned her three top 10 albums along with international accolades from Moscow to Madrid. Adding to her vocal talents, Nicole’s beauty and on-stage rapport, combining confidence, sincerity and a touch of sass, have beguiled fans in over 15 countries.

On her sixth album So Good, So Right: Nicole Henry LIVE, Henry demonstrates her gift for sublime interpretation as well as her love for the emotionally tinged soul, pop and rock songs that were staples of the 1970s. The 13-track live album, which was recorded at Henry’s sold-out performances at Feinstein’s in NYC in May 2012, showcases her soulful, inspired interpretations of some of her favorite classic hits of the decade from iconic artists including Bill Withers, Aretha Franklin, Joni Mitchell, James Taylor, The Commodores and Gladys Knight.

The Valentine’s Day Concert at the Deering Estate offers couples the opportunity to celebrate their love at a romantic, outdoor concert under the stars, on the edge of Biscayne Bay. Guests are welcome to bring blankets, lawn chairs and picnic baskets. No coolers are permitted. Limited refreshments and food will be available for an additional fee.

Chef David Schwadron Catering and Joanna’s Marketplace are the official picnic providers for the Deering Estate at Cutler and can be contacted directly for preordered meals. To order please call: 305-238-5881. To order please call: 305-661-5777.

First Free and Publicly Accessible Electric Car Fast-Charging Station in South Florida Opens 2/4/14

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First Free and Publicly Accessible Electric Car Fast-Charging Station in South Florida Opens
Tuesday, February 4, 5 p.m.
Pinecrest Gardens
11000 Red Road.

The first free and publicly accessible electric car fast-charging station in South Florida has been installed in the Pinecrest Gardens’ parking area. The station can charge an electric car in a fraction of the time it takes to charge with a regular charging station. For example, a Nissan LEAF can be charged from zero to 80 percent in less than 30 minutes. Other vehicles may take more or less time to achieve a similar charge.

Mayor Cindy Lerner and Village Manager Yocelyn Galiano Gomez will drive one of the Village’s Nissan LEAFs to Pinecrest Gardens for the first official use of the fast-charging station.
The fast-charging station is located in the northeast area of the parking lot. Pinecrest Gardens is located at 11000 Red Road.

“We have a significant focus on sustainability, improving access to energy efficiency and renewable energy,” said Mayor Lerner, who added that her next car will be an electric car.

Pinecrest Gardens attracts over 150,000 visitors each year and was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in October 2011, making it historically significant on a local, state and national platform.

“Because of its popularity and the Village’s commitment to conservation and sustainability, Pinecrest Gardens is the ideal location for an electric car fast-charging station,” said Galiano. “One can visit the Gardens, take a class in the community center or go to the library while charging the car.”

The fast charger is capable of charging at 44kW, compared to regular charging which runs at approximately 6kW. The fast-charger can be used by drivers of Nissan, Mitsubishi and Tesla electric cars. Tesla electric car owners need an adapter in order to charge.

Pinecrest Gardens is a premier venue for the arts, education and environmental conservation and preservation. On any given day one can catch an arts performance, tour the 14 acres of native forested wetland, tropical hardwood hammock and native cypress slough hammock or take a class in horticulture, archeology and botany.

Chemistry The Science of Dating and Relationships 2/12/14

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Chemistry: The Science of Dating + Relationships
chemistryWednesday, February 12, 7:00PM – 11:00PM
Patricia and Phillip Frost Museum of Science
3280 S Miami Avenue
Miami, FL 33129
$35 bucks in advance, $40 at the door
Purchase Online
Or get a Big Bang for your buck and purchase a combo ticket for Chemistry and our Big Bang event on 3/15 for $100. Visit ypbigbang.eventbrite.com for event details.
For more information: events@miamisci.org

The Patricia and Phillip Frost Museum of Science Young Patrons are seeking human test subjects for their latest experiment, Chemistry.

Single? Come mingle! The evening will consist of expert dating advice, behavioral psychology and of course, speed dating exercises led by Dr. Lisa Paz!

Not single? No problem! The night includes hours of networking and fun.

Cocktails and lite bites will be served. 21+

Valentines Day- Singles Celebrity Match-up Game 2/14/14

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Valentines Day- Singles Celebrity Match-up Game
Friday, 02/14/2014 – 08:00 pm – 12:00 am
SB-valentinesday-4x6-printSegafredo Brickell
1421 South Miami Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

Who says couples get to have all the fun on Valentines Day?

For the second year in a row, Segafredo Brickell invites singles for a special Celebrity Match-up Game on February 14th, 2014. Guests will each receive the name tag with a celebrity name, find your celebrity couple match before midnight & each will receive a complimentary cocktail.

Miami International Map Fair 2/8/14

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Miami International Map Fair
Saturday, 02/08/2014 – 02/09/2014 10:00 am – 05:00 am
flyer-hi-resHistoryMiami
101 West Flagler Street,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link
Cost: $15 for adults; $5 for museum members & kids 6-12.

The Miami International Map Fair, the largest map fair in the world, will return to HistoryMiami February 8-9, 2014. This year, the Map Fair will be hosted in HistoryMiami’s newly expanded facility, the former home of the Miami Art Museum, adjacent to the museum’s current location on Downtown Miami’s Cultural Plaza.

Some of the interesting, rare and decorative maps to be showcased at this year’s fair include:
• van Keulen Map (1780) – Drawn earlier in the 18th century, this 1780 edition is considered a landmark in mapping Florida, Cuba and the Western Caribbean. The level of detail was well ahead of its time, including unprecedented accuracy in mapping the Florida Keys. Also included in the map were inset charts detailing developmental plans for the city of Havana, as well as charts of Matanzas Bay & Hondo Bay.
• Popple Map (1746) – The first map to show all Thirteen Colonies, including plans for harbor development along the Eastern seaboard, as well as archaic spellings of names like the ‘Western’/ ‘Atlantick’ Ocean and ‘South’ Sea, which we know today as the Pacific Ocean. Comprised of 20 sheets, the Popple Map is considered one of the two most important large- format maps of North America published in the 18th century. At a time when colonial control of North America was by no means certain, this map made a profound statement of England’s designs for dominance of the North American continent.

Held each year during the first weekend in February, the Miami International Map Fair provides both the serious collector and casual buyer with a weekend to browse antique maps, rare books, as well as attend a series of special topical lectures.

This year’s lecturers include:
• Alex J.C. Johnson, Ph.D. – author of the new book, The First Mapping of America: The General Survey of British North America, 1764-1775 (London: I.B. Tauris, 2014). He is a recognized academic and commercial specialist in historical geography, with a particular interest in the mapping of Great Britain and her former colonies in North America and the West Indies.
• Margaret Pritchard – the senior curator and curator of prints, maps and wallpaper for the Colonial Wiliamsburg Foundation. Margaret has lectured and published on topics relating to the collection for which she is responsible. Her most recent publication was a comprehensive catalog of the map collection at Colonial Williamsburg, Degress of Latutuide: Mapping Colonial America (Harry N. Abrams, 2002)
• Susan Schulten, Ph.D. – professor and chair of the history department at the University of Denver. She is the author of Mapping the Nation: History and Cartography in the Nineteenth-Century America (University of Chicago Press, 2012) and The Geographical Imagination in America, 1880-1950 (University of Chicago Press, 2001).

Also new to the fair for 2014 is a free, ‘Map-tacular’ Family Fun Day on Saturday, February 8. The Family Fun Day is open to the public and features interactive map exhibits for the whole family, as well as a photo opportunity with Super WHY from PBS Kids.

Build Champions for Your Cause Leonard Turkel Nonprofit Network 2/19/14

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Build Champions for Your Cause Leonard Turkel Nonprofit Network
Wednesday, February 19, 2014, 8:30AM – 11:30AM
Newman Alumni Center, University of Miami
6200 San Amaro Drive
Coral Gables, FL 33146
Registration fee: $25.00 per workshop *includes a continental breakfast*
Register Online

“Build Champions for Your Cause” is the second event in our 2014 Spring Networked Nonprofit Workshop Series and will take place on Wednesday 2/19/14. Learn how to tell your story through effective PR and creative marketing.

Featured Speaker: Bruce Turkel – Turkel Brands

This year’s workshops follow the themes from the groundbreaking book “Forces for Good: The Six Practices of High-Impact Nonprofits.”

We have a limited number of scholarships available for individuals and organizations with smaller budgets. Please contact Kristine Singer at KristineS@CatalystMiami.org or 305-576-5001 Ext. 12 for more information.

Carlos Miranda / Seasalt And Pepper

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Seasalt and Pepper is the hot new Mediterranean seafood restaurant garnering buzz around Miami for its delicious cuisine and star clientele. Chat Chow TV sat down with co-owner Carlos Miranda to learn more about the inspiration for the space and its unique vibe.

The restaurant is prominently located on the Miami River inside of Howard Hughes’ former seaplane hanger. Miranda explains that it’s actually two concepts in one with Seasalt Brasserie serving as the restaurant and soon-to-be opened Pepper that will house a bar, lounge and members club.

Throughout the elegant industrial space, patrons can not only soak up beautiful waterfront views but also admire unique pieces of art work made just for the restaurant. The show stopping installation hanging in the main dining room was created by Miami artist Carlos Bentacourt and features more than 1,000 items that can be found on the Miami River.

Seafood is the star of the menu, which was created by seasoned Executive Chef Alfredo Alvarez. Featuring seafood casseroles cooked in 900 degree wood-burning ovens, a fresh raw bar, homemade pastas and pizzas, the cuisine highlights flavors found throughout the Mediterranean.

Curious what Miranda’s favorite dish is? Or which celebrities have already been spotted at the restaurant? Find out those things and more in the video above.

Gala In The Garden Fundraiser Celebrates 75 Years Of Fairchild 2/1/14

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Gala In The Garden Fundraiser Celebrates 75 Years Of Fairchild
Saturday, February 1, 2014 at 6:30 p.m.
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden
10901 Old Cutler Road
Coral Gables, FL 33156
Individual tickets start at $600, and tables for ten can be reserved for $6,000. To purchase tickets, please contact Susannah Shubin at sshubin@fairchildgarden.org or call 305-667-1651, ext. 3375.

An enchanting evening awaits guests of Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden’s annual Gala in the Garden fundraiser. This year’s black-tie event is co-chaired by Swanee DiMare and Frances Sevilla-Sacasa and honors Fairchild’s 75th anniversary of opening to the public. Enjoy a cocktail reception, bid on luxury items at the Silent Auction, dine on an exquisite feast by Le Basque Catering, and dance by the moonlight surrounded by the lakeside marquee’s breathtaking décor.

With all proceeds supporting programs in conservation science, education and horticulture, the fundraiser will keep Fairchild moving forward while staying true to the original vision of the founders – to provide a beautiful tropical garden for all to enjoy.

Indochino Menswear Opens First Miami Pop-Up 2/8/14-2/16/14

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Indochino Menswear Opens First Miami Pop-Up

February 8-16, 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. weekdays, Saturdays 9 a.m. – 8 p.m. and Sundays 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
indochinoMcCormick Place
111 SW 3rd Street
Miami, FL 33130
Make an Appointment Online

Indochino, the leader in custom online menswear, is coming to Miami for the first time in creating this season’s premier shopping event, the Indochino Traveling Tailor. Traveling Tailor will be in Miami for one week to provide men a VIP shopping experience as they suit up with stylish and affordable custom menswear.

Traveling Tailor provides a cool and effortless opportunity for men to discover the modern take on custom suiting. Over the course of a thirty-minute free consultation guys will:
Get measured
Get styled
Discover customization options
Feel fabric samples and see the collection in-person
Build a custom suit
Book Your Appointment Online

Indochino suits and shirts are custom-made to order.
Indochino suits have 6 standard and 14 advanced customizations.
Indochino shirts have 4 standard and 4 advanced customizations.
Indochino custom suits start at $449, and custom shirts start at $79.
Shop Indochino from your desktop, mobile or tablet, or visit a Traveling Tailor pop-up store.
Indochino offers free shipping worldwide.

“Indochino is all about helping guys get dressed to look and feel great,” explains Kyle Vucko, Indochino Co-Founder and CEO. “Miami is an art hotspot and a cultural melting pot, and we’re excited to see the flair Miami men can bring to our custom suits.”
Make an Appointment Online

Indochino was founded in 2007 by two guys who couldn’t find a suit that fit. By leveraging technology to update tailoring, Indochino has since created custom clothing for more than 120,000 guys around the world. Indochino’s suits are as memorable as their customers, made to individual measurements and fully customizable from monograms to vent slits. The result: Great fitting clothing that guys want to wear every day. To learn more about Indochino, visit www.indochino.com. To receive updates, join us on Facebook or on Twitter and Instagram at: @indochino.

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This is sponsored, please support the sponsors that make Soul Of Miami possible.

3rd Annual Holistic Health Fund Walk-a-Thon & Expo 2/22/14

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3rd Annual Holistic Health Fund Walk-a-Thon & Expo
Saturday, 02/22/2014 – 08:00 am – 04:00 pm
FinalHHFWalkandExpoNAMiamiAd2-14Tropical Park
7900 Bird Rd,
Miami, Florida 33155
Webpage Link
Cost: Free Admission

The Miami based Holistic Health Fund will once again bring health awareness to South Florida by hosting the 3rd Annual Holistic Health Fund Walk-a-Thon & Expo. The Expo will feature a day of free informative workshops, raffle prizes, music and more. Food will be available throughout the day to purchase from a great selection of healthy choice vendors.This year, in addition to the Walk-a-Thon & Expo itself, The Holistic Health Fund and the Consortium for a Healthier Miami Dade will kick off “HEALTHY HAPPENS HERE” with the first ever Health Flash Mob, inspired by First Lady Michelle Obama’s “Let’s Move” campaign against childhood obesity. Participants will do a “Flash Mob” dance routine to Beyoncé’s hit song: “Move Your Body”
Participation in the Walk-A-Thon held on the Expo grounds will raise funds for social outreach programs and awareness campaigns. All participants in the Walk- A-Thon will receive a commemorative “I Walk The Talk” T-shirt with their $15.00 Walk-A-Thon registration fee. This event will be fun for the whole family and something for everyone to enjoy. The Holistic Health Fund is a 501(c) 3 Non Profit organization. Its mission is to make holistic health the affordable first choice for healing in the United States through educational and treatment outreach programs.

Betsy Moss Spring/Summer 2014 Fashion Trunk Show 3/2/14

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Betsy Moss Spring/Summer 2014 Fashion Trunk Show
Sunday, 03/02/2014 – 04:00 pm – 08:00 pm
betsy-moss-inviteThe Betsy Hotel
1440 Ocean Drive,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
Facebook Link
Cost: Free

For immediate Release

BETSY MOSS AT THE BETSY! BETSYMOSS TO SHOWCASE SPRING/SUMMER 2014 COLLECTION AT THE DECK AT THE BETSY SOUTH BEACH!

Miami Beach, FL – Founder and Designer Jorge Perez of Betsy Moss an international women’s ready to wear clothing brand that is sold in over a 200 stores worldwide including stores in the United States, Dubai, Turks & Caicos, Canada, Panama and Puerto Rico to name a few, will present the Betsy Moss Spring/Summer 2014 collection at this exclusive event held at The Deck at The Betsy in South Beach, Florida on Sunday March 2nd, 2014 at 4pm. Hosted by fashion writer and editor Ginger Harris of Electric Blogarella. Betsy Moss will feature looks from their Spring/Summer 2014 collection as well as a Betsy Moss sample sale pop up shop.
For more information on this event or to be added to the guest list please email info@betsymossonline.com

About BETSYMOSS:

Betsy Moss is an international clothing brand founded and designed by Jorge Perez. Betsy Moss is sold in over 200 specialty stores worldwide.
Jorge Perez is an American Venezuelan clothing designer and entrepreneur who founded the women’s ready to wear collection Betsy Moss is 2010 in Miami, Florida. Jorge Perez is also the founder and President of Moss International, Inc the parent company that own’s the Betsy Moss brand. Betsy Moss is manufactured in the United States and is well known for structured and flowy flattering and sexy yet chic dresses and jumpsuits. Betsy Moss was named after Jorge Perez’ sister and muse Betsy Perez. Betsy Perez currently holds the title of Vice President at Moss International, Inc. Jorge Perez belives there are no limits as to what they can accomplish, Jorge’s plans for the MOSS brand will include a menswear collection, accessories, perfumes and home goods. Jorge want’s to cater to all aspects of design and glamour and is very excited to imbue the Betsy Moss style into women and men’s closets as well as their homes around the world.

For more on Betsy Moss visit www.betsymossonline.com and stay connected via Social Media #betsymoss

About Ginger Harris:

Ginger Harris is the Miami fashion blogger behind Electric Blogarella, contributing her perspectives on fashion and beauty to the blogosphere. It’s a domain she knows well, as she’s spent more than a decade working as a fashion and beauty, entertainment and pop culture writer and editor for publications like JuliB.com, Z-Life Magazine, Miami Magazine, Six Degrees, Zink and the Knight Arts Foundation. She is currently the DailyCandy Miami editor, regularly appears on NBC6 as a style expert and has been featured on the Today show, as well as in Marie Claire and Self magazines. In additional to freelancing for NBCMiami.com and Miami New Times, she is a member of Miami Art Museum’s Contemporaries Steering Committee, a devout yogi and a mom to a scene-stealing 5 year old who regularly appears on her blog.

For more on Ginger Harris visit www.electricblogarella.com

Batch Gastropub Hosting the Big Game 2/2/14

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Batch Gastropub Hosting the Big Game
Sunday, 02/02/2014 – 04:00 pm –
batchphotoBatch Gastropub
30 SW 12th St,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link
Cost:

Don’t get caught behind enemy lines…..surround yourself with fellow fans supporting the same team this year. Batch Gastropub has set up its lighting so half the bar is illuminating Seahawks colors and other half Broncos colors. Catch the game on 15 tvs throughout the restaurant, keep an eye out for crossing the enemy lines. Tito’s infused “Fireball” shots will be offered for $7, along with other specialty house cocktails and 5 for $20 beer specials. The full Batch menu will be offered. For reservations call today, (305) 808-5555.

SwitchPitch Miami 2/20/14

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SwitchPitch Miami
Thursday, 02/20/2014 – 01:30 pm – 06:30 pm
Screen-Shot-2014-01-29-at-2.08.32-PMThe Light Box at Goldman Warehouse
404 NW 26th St,
Miami, Florida 33127
Webpage Link
Cost: $49 in advance $95 on-site

SwitchPitch is a role-reversal event where established companies pitch funded innovation projects to qualified startups looking for great partners.

We’re turning networking into deal-making!

Instead of startups presenting pitches, the biggest and most successful Miami companies will be presenting their technology and marketing project needs in fast 4-5 minute pitches to early stage/startups for short-term and longer-term strategic relationships.

MANO Fine Art – Better than Chocolate, Flowers, Wine or Champagne 2/1/14

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MANO Fine Art – Better than Chocolate, Flowers, Wine or Champagne
Saturday, 02/01/2014 – 01:00 pm – 05:00 pm
1557523_712856045413859_1312509277_nMANO Fine Art Project Space
4225 SW 75 Ave (2nd Flr),
Miami, Florida 33155
Facebook Link
Cost: Free

Better than chocolate, flowers, wine or champagne … ART says I love you!

Find your Valentine the perfect gift this Saturday at “The Wall”, an exciting group exhibition featuring work by thirty South Florida artists exploring the strength of consistency within inconsistency the artists’ only limitation was their imagination and a 20″ x 16″ canvas. Landscapes, still lives, figurative and abstract works in all medias come together to create The Wall.

Exhibiting Artists:
Annie Y. Saldana | Armando de Jesus Dominguez | Barbara de Varona | Bibiana Cervantes | Cesar Santalo | Correa | Danielle Ballerini | Emilio Hector Rodriguez | Ernesto Padron | Ileana Prosper Holman | IGGY | Jane Harris | Jesse Paz | Joan Futscher Joanne Caballero | Leah Guzman | Luis Fuentes | MADERO | MANO | Marcy Grosso | Mila Hajjar | Paul A. Vitello | Peter Vigil Sandra Suarez | Sandy Levy |Sheri Friedman | Silvina Castillo | Tadeo Lazaro | Tony Mendoza | Wilson

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

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

Life Is Art presents Art/Work Connections 16 Email Marketing with Alex de Carvalho 2/11/14

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Life Is Art presents Art/Work Connections #16: Email Marketing with Alex de Carvalho
Tuesday, February 11, 2014, 6:30pm – 9:00pm
AWC16-Flyer2Gallery 212
2407 NW 2nd Ave
Miami, FL 33127
Tickets: $10
We ask that you RSVP so that we can have enough chairs and refreshments. You can pay at the door.

Speaker: Alex de Carvalho of Constant Contact and Social Media Club South Florida

Learn strategies to get more impact out of your email promotions, higher open rate and better response rate.

An accomplished public speaker, Alex de Carvalho has spoken nationally and internationally to a variety of audiences from C-Level industry executives to high school students. Alex is the Regional Development Director, South Florida, for Constant Contact, where he helps businesses connect and engage with their customers. He organizes regular South Florida web and technology meetups, including The Startup Forum, BarCampMiami, MobileMondayMiami, Social Media Club South Florida, Ignite Miami, and he is a founding member of RefreshMiami. He is also the co-author of “Securing The Clicks: Network Security in the Age of Social Media“, which provides companies with knowledge and actions they can put to use immediately to harden corporate networks against social media attacks. Read more here…

Gallery 212 Miami is a cutting-edge contemporary warehouse gallery and multi-media studio in the heart of Miami’s hottest growing art neighborhood; the Wynwood Art District. An innovative, by-artists-for-artists approach to gallery management is taken with a board of directors from New York and Miami. Gallery 212 Miami’s founders are made up of professionals with successful backgrounds in areas of art and gallery management, advertising and marketing, writing, entertainment, business and publicity.

SCHEDULE:
Registration, 6:30-7:00
Seminar, 7:00-8:00
Social Hour / Q&A, 8:00-9:00

Photographs by Anthony Jordon of Fierce Gear Fashion Show for Charity on 1/25/14

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Photographs taken by Anthony Jordon of   Fierce Gear Fashion Show for Charity at Juana M Brickell on Saturday, January 25, 2014. Fierce Gear Fashion Show was produced by Element Entertainment to raise money for Chapman Partnership, which empowers the homeless.  

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

Knight Arts Challenge Community Q&A Sessions 2/3/14-2/11/14

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Knight Arts Challenge Community Q&A Sessions
Knight Arts Challenge Q&As-M,D,BMonday, Feb. 3, 7 p.m.
YoungArts, Jewel Box
2100 Biscayne Blvd.
free parking under the YoungArts building

Tuesday, Feb. 4, 7 p.m.
South Miami-Dade Cultural Arts Center, Black Box Theater
10950 SW 211th St., Miami

Wednesday, Feb. 5, 7 p.m.
African Heritage Cultural Arts Center
6161 NW 22nd Ave., Miami

Thursday, Feb. 6, 7 p.m.
Museum of Art Fort Lauderdale, Nova Southeastern University
One East Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale

Monday, Feb. 10, 1 p.m.
Marathon Government Center
2798 Overseas Hwy. (Mile Marker 48), Marathon

Tuesday, Feb. 11, 7 p.m.
Frost Art Museum at Florida International University
10975 SW 17th St., Miami
(free parking in the Blue Garage)
Website

As a way to recruit ideas from South Florida’s many neighborhoods, Knight Foundation will host a series of Community Q&A sessions from Marathon to Fort Lauderdale. The events, taking place Feb. 3-11, will offer tips on preparing applications, information on the challenge timelines, and a chance to talk to past winners on what gave their submissions an edge. The schedule is below.
“In recent years, we’ve seen a growing number of great ideas from our many neighborhoods—ideas that are bringing the arts into people’s everyday lives,” said Dennis Scholl, Knight Foundation’s vice president for arts. “We want to help ensure that there is art wherever you go in South Florida.”

The Community Q&As will be cohosted by: Bas Fisher Invitational, Cannonball, Miami Light Project, Sweat Records, WPBT2, Miami-Dade Department of Cultural Affairs, ArtSouth, M Ensemble, Black Archives History and Research Foundation, Opa-locka Community Development Corp., Little Haiti Cultural Center, Miramar Cultural Trust, Broward Cultural Council, Art & Culture Center of Hollywood, Florida Keys Council of the Arts, and Florida International University’s music, art, art history and creative writing departments.

Knight Arts Challenge Grants Open for Applications 1/27/14-2/24/14

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Knight Arts Challenge, seeking best ideas for the South Florida arts, opens for applications, January 27 – February 24, 2014.

Application Link

Beginning Jan. 27, South Floridians can apply for the Knight Arts Challenge, which funds the best ideas for bringing South Florida together through the arts. The deadline for the contest, a project of the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, is Feb. 24.

The challenge is open to everyone: artists and artist collectives of all types, businesses, established arts institutions, and any individual who has a great idea for the arts. The initial application, which will be available at KnightArts.org consists of just two questions and is deliberately designed to be simple to encourage nontraditional applicants.

There are only three rules for the challenge:
1) The idea must be about the arts.
2) The project must take place in or benefit South Florida
3) The grant recipients must find funds to match Knight’s commitment (within a year).

“This contest is about ideas—big ideas, innovative ideas, authentically Miami ideas,” Scholl said. Knight has received more than 7,500 ideas from the South Florida community since launching the challenge in 2008. In total, 193 projects have received almost $22.1 million in funding.

Since 2006, Knight Foundation has invested $86 million in South Florida’s cultural community. Those funds have launched a new media program that includes the signature “Wallcasts” at the acclaimed New World Symphony campus, helped present Ibero-American films at the Miami International Film Festival, and will bring every Miami-Dade third grader to the new Pérez Art Museum Miami, among other projects.  The approach is two-pronged: Knight Foundation aims to help open up institutions to more South Floridians with large grants, while the Arts Challenge ensures that smaller, grassroots efforts fuel and refresh the arts scene.

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Crowdfunding Workshop with Crowd-sorceress Vann Alexandra Daly 2/20/14

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Crowdfunding Workshop with Crowd-sorceress Vann Alexandra Daly
Thursday, February 20, 2014, 6:00PM – 8:00PM
Little Haiti Cultural Center
212 Northeast 59th Terrace
Miami, FL 33137
RSVP Online

As the arts community in Miami continues to grow, more and more organizations are turning to crowdfunding websites as a fundraising tool, with varying degrees of success.

In an effort to demystify this fundraising mechanism, Knight has invited ‘crowd-sorceress’ Vann Alexandra Daly to walk us through best practices and tips in crowdfunding. Ms. Daly has raised hundreds of thousands of dollars with 100% success for films including “Sex and Broadcasting,” “Changing the Game,” and “Dancing in Jaffa” (Sundance Selects, Tribeca Film Festival Premiere 2013).

Please join us for this informative and practical workshop, followed by Q&A and a cocktail reception.

Restaurant Michael Schwartz Live Concert Series to Feature Tyra Juliette 1/30/14

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Restaurant Michael Schwartz Live Concert Series to Feature Tyra Juliette
Thursday, 01/30/2014 – 01/30/2014 07:00 pm – 09:00 pm
RaleighHotelRestaurant Michael Schwartz at The Raleigh Hotel
1775 Collins Ave,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

Restaurant Michael Schwartz Live Concert Series will feature a performance by soul singer Tyra Juliette. Juliette regularly performs with some of the best musicians in the industry, including Jon Bon Jovi and The Roots, and is fresh off the heels of an international tour. Guests who RSVP in advance to RMS@sbe.com will have access to an intimate meet-and-greet with Juliette in The Martini Bar.

During intermission, a representative from Steinway & Sons will present Argentinian author and poet Alejandro Guillermo Roemmers with the Steinway Cultural Achievement Award, in recognition of his important contributions to arts and culture.

Restaurant Michael Schwartz Live Concert Series is a partnership with Steinway & Sons and a weekly live music program featuring performances by Grammy Award-winning musicians and some of the most in-demand artists in jazz. For more information, please visit www.RaleighHotel.com.

You and I are Love at TSL 2/1/14

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You and I are Love at TSL
Saturday, 02/01/2014 – 08:00 pm – 03:00 am
youandiareloveTSL (The Social Lubricant)
167 NW 23rd Street,
Miami, Florida 33127
Facebook Link
Cost: $5.00 donation (you will receive a complimentary drink from Miami Club Rum)

Saturday February 1st at the TSL lounge ( The Social Lubricant) We will be curating 12 of Miami’s local emerging artists along with music, live painting and killer drink specials!

DOORS OPEN @ 8pm :
8pm -10pm – with a $5.00 donation to You And I Are Love you will receive a complimentary drink from Miami Club Rum.

!!!!!Drink Special!!!!!!
$7.00 PBR & Jameson

House Handcrafted cocktail specials!!!

LIVE MUSIC:
Ricardo Pantoja
Miamibryce
Wyatt Ydiz Meagher (Telekinetik Walrus)
Denise Phaxas
Brady Jacob (Skinny Hendrix)
Komakozie

ARTISTS EXHIBIT:
1. Danny Cordero
2. Yosniel Zambrano
3. Marie Kolbert
4. Carlos Alejandro
5. Aquarela
6. Armando Colls
7. Reinier Gamboa
8. Yuhmi Collective
9. Diego Berlin
10. Shirley Cotrina
11. Nate Dee
12. Keyani Watkins

VISUAL ARTS:
[PASD]
Sean Was Here

LIVE PAINTING:
Tesoro Carolina
Leah Guzman
Jon Free
Yuhmi Collective

Suenalo Album Release Party 2/15/14

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Suenalo Album Release Party
Saturday, 02/15/2014 – 02/15/2014 09:00 pm – 02:00 am
Poster_suenaloKIGThe Stage Miami
170 NE 38th St,
Miami, Florida 33137
Webpage Link
Cost: $20

Miami’s #1 band and self-proclaimed Afro-Latin- baby- makin- descarga- funk band Suénalo, invites fans to celebrate the release of their 4th album Keep it Groovin’ February 15th at The Stage. The Miami-based band is a result of an incredible collaboration and over 10-year process between some of South Florida’s most talented musicians that hail from all over the world, and come together to share one thing music ideal. The Stage, located in the famed Miami Design District, lends it’s high ceilings, comfortable seating and art lined walls to Suenalo and fans to showcase their new album release Keep it Groovin.
The album is a culmination of true labor of love for the 8 piece Miami-based band in which they will be featuring a performance including all new never before recorded tracks like 305, MIA, and Maybe Might. Many of these tracks are a throw back to their original roots, and the syncopated rhythms that have become the basis of their Latin and World fusion sound. Suenalo’s
The Problem kids bring their “Spanglish” Hip Hop, Caribbean beats to what’s to be one vibrant and memorable night for The Miami bred band and their loyal fans! $20 General admission tickets includes entrance plus an album copy.

TICKETS AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE AT- http://suenalo-album-release-party.ticketleap.com/suenalo-release-party/

Poetry and Talents Night of Love 2/9/14

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Poetry and Talents Night of Love
Sunday, 02/09/2014 – 08:00 pm – 12:00 am
imageMoonchine Bistro
7100 Biscayne blvd,
Miami, Florida 33138
Webpage Link
Cost: $5

Poetry&Talents is a great event where talented local artist such as poets, singers, and comedians come to share their art. We are working hard to bring different talents all the time. We are not limited to language for we sometimes have Spanish, French, creole performers and the beauty is that our audience enjoys them as much as English performers. After all, this is what Miami is all about.
Our stage is open to all talented performers who are interested to share so come experience our great talents in this very cool, sexy, and grown venue for a great time.
If you like different style of poetry, we have it.
If you like different singing voices , we have it.
If you like different comedy types , we have it too.

MCM One-Day Camp Around the World Series Explore: Madagascar 3/21/14

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MCM One-Day Camp Around the World Series Explore: Madagascar
Friday, 03/21/2014 – 09:00 am – 03:00 pm
MiamiChildrensMuseumMiami Children’s Museum
980 Macarthur Causeway,
Miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link
Cost:

MCM One-Day Camp
Around the World Series
Explore: Madagascar
Friday March 21st
9:00 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Pre-K4 – 5th grade
Explore the African island of Madagascar through music, dance, storytelling, art, and food!
• Create a colorful woven and wearable African art!
• Prepare a lush fruit salad of pineapple, baobab, and lichee!
• Learn about Lemurs and hear folktales from the Malagasy people.
• Move to your feet to the rhythm and beat of the Madagascar dance!

Don’t forget to bring your MCM passport!
$45 for Members
$50 for Non-Members
$20 walk-in fee
Before and after care available

Register Today!
305.373.KIDS (5437) x 112
yanet@maiamichildrensmuseum.org

Artist Talk: Leonor Antunes 2/1/14

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Artist Talk: Leonor Antunes
Saturday, 02/01/2014 – 01:00 pm – 02:00 pm
leornorPérez Art Museum Miami
1103 Biscayne Blvd,
Miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link
Cost: Free with museum admission

Leanor Antunes will open a project gallery installation at PAMM in June 2014. While visiting to research the context for this new site-specific piece, she will deliver a talk to introduce her work to PAMM’s public. Often researching important architectural histories, Antunes, now based in Berlin, has created work informed by her studies of sites in Brazil, Italy, and her native Portugal. Antunes creates elegant minimal installations often using craft techniques that correspond to measurements, material, site and memory.
Free with museum admission.

Auditorium. Space is limited. First come, first seated.

Self-parking on-site as available ($2/hour) / Metromover: Museum Park station / www.pamm.org/parking

Photo: Leonor Antunes, “the last days in Chimalistac.” Installation view: Kunsthalle Basel, 2013. Courtesy of the Artist and Isabella Bortolozzi Galerie, Berlin; Marc Foxx Gallery, Los Angeles, Air de Paris, Paris; Luisa Strina, Sao Paulo. Photo: Nick Ash

Cortadito: An evening of Cuban Music celebrating Amelia Peláez: The Craft of Modernity 2/6/14

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Cortadito: An evening of Cuban Music celebrating Amelia Peláez: The Craft of Modernity
Thursday, 02/06/2014 – 07:00 pm – 09:00 pm
cortaditoPérez Art Museum Miami
1103 Biscayne Blvd,
Miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

Pérez Art Musuem Miami will present Cortadito, a traditional Cuban Son ensemble that performs music from the 1920-50s. Influenced by the sounds of Son Montuno, Boleros and other early Cuban musical styles, this dynamic group brings you back to a time when Trio Matamoros and Ignacio Piniero ruled the airwaves. Enjoy dancing under the stars, a rum bar on on the terrace, and see paintings by Cuban modernist Amelia Peláez along with other works on views in the galleries.

For reservations to Verde, the museum’s waterfront restaurant, visit www.pamm.org/dining

PAMM is free every first Thursday of the month

Self-parking on-site as available ($2/hour) / Metromover: Museum Park station / www.pamm.org/parking

“Cortadito,” Photo: Luis Olazabal, 2013

PAMM Free First Thursdays is sponsored in part by Knight Foundation.

Valentines Breakfast with Animal Friends 2/15/14

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Valentines Breakfast with Animal Friends
Saturday, 02/15/2014 – 08:00 am – 10:00 am
meerkat%20webZoo Miami
12400 SW 152 Street,
Miami, Florida 33177
Webpage Link
Cost: Members: $30; non-members: $45; children under two: free

Prolong the Valentine’s Day celebration of friendship and love with your friends and family! Treat them to a delicious hot breakfast at Zoo Miami Children’s Zoo, surrounded by animals for a one of a kind dining experience. We do all the cooking, decorating and cleaning while you simply relax and enjoy this special day.

You and your loved ones will enjoy exciting animal encounters as our zookeepers stroll the area with an assortment of loveable critters. Additionally, we will show a little love to our meerkat family by providing them with treats and enrichment to make theirs and your day extra special. As a grand finale, we will put on a special show about animal “valentines” in our Children’s Zoo Amphitheater.

We aren’t done yet, though, after breakfast you can ride a live camel or take a ride on our Endangered Animal Carousel (not live animals), or do both. Then enjoy the rest of your day throughout the Zoo visiting all the animals as part of your holiday celebration. Don’t forget to bring your cameras for this Valentine’s special adventure.

Registration Information

Space is limited so don’t wait until the last minute, make your reservations early to ensure you all have seats at the best breakfast in town!

Same day entry to the zoo is included in the price.

Registrations are required (due by February 7). A confirmation letter will be sent by email or fax when processing is completed. Please allow a minimum of 2-3 business days for processing. To download registration, go to www.zoomiami.org.

Members: $30
Non-Members: $45
Children under 2: free

Completed Registration form must be submitted with payment by fax, mail or email. Make checks payable to Zoological Society of FL (or ZSF).

Mail: Education Department
Zoological Society of Florida
12400 SW 152 ST
Miami, FL 33177
Fax: 305-255-7126
Email: education@zsf.org

For more information call the Education Dept. at 305-255-5551. Children under 17 must be accompanied by an adult.

Snapshot Saturdays at Spazio Nightclub in Brickell 3/1/14

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Snapshot Saturdays at Spazio Nightclub in Brickell! No cover on Rick C’s list !
Saturday, 03/01/2014 – 10:00 pm –
1489052_10151935842567098_1992975075_n4Spazio Nightclub
1425 South Miami Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link
Cost:

This and every Saturday folks.

“Snapshot Saturdays” at Spazio Nightclub in Brickell!

Spazio is know by locals in the Brickell area as a hidden Gem …

If House Music, top notch sound system, spectacular visuals, talented dancers and a sexy crowd is what you like…Spazio is your Spot

Doors open at 10PM
Everyone receives a complimentary SX drink until 12AM!
Ladies on Rick C’s list enjoy complimentary admission all night and guys until 1230!

For Table Reservations or to sign up for Rick C’s VIP list text “Spazio” to 786 273 7401

Rick C
VIP Marketing Coordinator
DAG Productions
786 273 7401 / 786 303 2787
Dagpromiami.com/RIckc

Snapshot Saturdays at Spazio Nightclub in Brickell 2/22/14

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Snapshot Saturdays at Spazio Nightclub in Brickell! No cover on Rick C’s list !
Thursday, 02/22/2014 – 10:00 pm –
1489052_10151935842567098_1992975075_n3Spazio Nightclub
1425 South Miami Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link
Cost:

This and every Saturday folks.

“Snapshot Saturdays” at Spazio Nightclub in Brickell!

Spazio is know by locals in the Brickell area as a hidden Gem …

If House Music, top notch sound system, spectacular visuals, talented dancers and a sexy crowd is what you like…Spazio is your Spot

Doors open at 10PM
Everyone receives a complimentary SX drink until 12AM!
Ladies on Rick C’s list enjoy complimentary admission all night and guys until 1230!

For Table Reservations or to sign up for Rick C’s VIP list text “Spazio” to 786 273 7401

Rick C
VIP Marketing Coordinator
DAG Productions
786 273 7401 / 786 303 2787
Dagpromiami.com/RIckc

Snapshot Saturdays at Spazio Nightclub in Brickell 2/15/14

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Snapshot Saturdays at Spazio Nightclub in Brickell! No cover on Rick C’s list !
Saturday, 02/15/2014 – 10:00 pm –
1489052_10151935842567098_1992975075_n2Spazio Nightclub
1425 South Miami Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link
Cost:

This and every Saturday folks.

“Snapshot Saturdays” at Spazio Nightclub in Brickell!

Spazio is know by locals in the Brickell area as a hidden Gem …

If House Music, top notch sound system, spectacular visuals, talented dancers and a sexy crowd is what you like…Spazio is your Spot

Doors open at 10PM
Everyone receives a complimentary SX drink until 12AM!
Ladies on Rick C’s list enjoy complimentary admission all night and guys until 1230!

For Table Reservations or to sign up for Rick C’s VIP list text “Spazio” to 786 273 7401

Rick C
VIP Marketing Coordinator
DAG Productions
786 273 7401 / 786 303 2787
Dagpromiami.com/RIckc

Snapshot Saturdays at Spazio Nightclub in Brickell 2/8/14

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Snapshot Saturdays at Spazio Nightclub in Brickell! No cover on Rick C’s list !
Saturday, 02/08/2014 – 02/08/2014 10:00 pm –
1489052_10151935842567098_1992975075_n1Spazio Nightclub
1425 South Miami Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link
Cost:

This and every Saturday folks.

“Snapshot Saturdays” at Spazio Nightclub in Brickell!

Spazio is know by locals in the Brickell area as a hidden Gem …

If House Music, top notch sound system, spectacular visuals, talented dancers and a sexy crowd is what you like…Spazio is your Spot

Doors open at 10PM
Everyone receives a complimentary SX drink until 12AM!
Ladies on Rick C’s list enjoy complimentary admission all night and guys until 1230!

For Table Reservations or to sign up for Rick C’s VIP list text “Spazio” to 786 273 7401

Rick C
VIP Marketing Coordinator
DAG Productions
786 273 7401 / 786 303 2787
Dagpromiami.com/RIckc

Snapshot Saturdays at Spazio Nightclub in Brickell 2/1/14

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Snapshot Saturdays at Spazio Nightclub in Brickell! No cover on Rick C’s list !
Saturday, 02/01/2014 – 10:00 pm –
1489052_10151935842567098_1992975075_nSpazio Nightclub
1425 South Miami Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link
Cost:

This and every Saturday folks.

“Snapshot Saturdays” at Spazio Nightclub in Brickell!

Spazio is know by locals in the Brickell area as a hidden Gem …

If House Music, top notch sound system, spectacular visuals, talented dancers and a sexy crowd is what you like…Spazio is your Spot

Doors open at 10PM
Everyone receives a complimentary SX drink until 12AM!
Ladies on Rick C’s list enjoy complimentary admission all night and guys until 1230!

For Table Reservations or to sign up for Rick C’s VIP list text “Spazio” to 786 273 7401

Rick C
VIP Marketing Coordinator
DAG Productions
786 273 7401 / 786 303 2787
Dagpromiami.com/RIckc

The Catalina Hotel and Coors Light Present Super Bowl Sunday at Maxine’s Bistro and Bar 2/2/14

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The Catalina Hotel & Coors Light Present Super Bowl Sunday @ Maxine’s Bistro & Bar
Sunday, 02/02/2014 – 02/02/2014 05:00 pm – 11:00 pm
superbowl_maxines_2014Maxine’s Bistro & Bar
1756 Collins Ave.,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
Facebook Link
Cost: Free

The Catalina Hotel & Beach Club and Coors Light Present… Super Bowl Sunday XLVII at Maxine’s Bistro & Bar!!

Watch the Sehawks take on the Bronco’s in NYC and enjoy Food & Drink Specials and our own halftime show featuring The Catalina Hotel Samba Dancers!! The Coors Light girls will also be around handing out free swag while you watch the game on our 80 inch projection screen and TVs spread out throughout the restaurant.

$9 Hot Wings, $12 Beef Sliders, $20 Coors Light Buckets and $7 Rum and Vodka Drinks

Kukaramakara Brickell 2/27/14

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Kukaramakara Brickell! Every Thursday No cover on Rick C’s VIP list
Thursday, 02/27/2014 – 09:00 pm –
KukaraIcong4Kukaramakara Brickell
1250 s miami avenue,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link
Cost:

Kukaramakara Brickell!
Every Thursday
The best live band
Latin music and top 40 hits
RSVP to your DAG Promoter for details.
Text” KUKA” TO 786 273 7401 to sign up for Rick C VIP list
Doors open at 10PM to 5 am.
Group of beautiful ladies text/call to RSVP many perks available.
Happy hour half off drinks till 10 pm.
Guest list ladies NO COVER all night.
Guest list Guys NO COVER till midnight. Reduced admission after.
Rick C
VIP Marketing Coordinator
DAG Productions
786 273 7401 / 786 303 2787

Kukaramakara Brickell 2/20/14

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Kukaramakara Brickell! Every Thursday No cover on Rick C’s VIP list
Sunday, 02/20/2014 – 09:00 pm –
KukaraIcong3Kukaramakara Brickell
1250 s miami avenue,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link
Cost:

Kukaramakara Brickell!
Every Thursday
The best live band
Latin music and top 40 hits
RSVP to your DAG Promoter for details.
Text” KUKA” TO 786 273 7401 to sign up for Rick C VIP list
Doors open at 10PM to 5 am.
Group of beautiful ladies text/call to RSVP many perks available.
Happy hour half off drinks till 10 pm.
Guest list ladies NO COVER all night.
Guest list Guys NO COVER till midnight. Reduced admission after.
Rick C
VIP Marketing Coordinator
DAG Productions
786 273 7401 / 786 303 2787

Kukaramakara Brickell 2/13/14

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Kukaramakara Brickell! Every Thursday No cover on Rick C’s VIP list
Thursday, 02/13/2014 – 09:00 pm –
KukaraIcong2Kukaramakara Brickell
1250 s miami avenue,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link
Cost:

Kukaramakara Brickell!
Every Thursday
The best live band
Latin music and top 40 hits
RSVP to your DAG Promoter for details.
Text” KUKA” TO 786 273 7401 to sign up for Rick C VIP list
Doors open at 10PM to 5 am.
Group of beautiful ladies text/call to RSVP many perks available.
Happy hour half off drinks till 10 pm.
Guest list ladies NO COVER all night.
Guest list Guys NO COVER till midnight. Reduced admission after.
Rick C
VIP Marketing Coordinator
DAG Productions
786 273 7401 / 786 303 2787

Kukaramakara Brickell 2/6/14

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Kukaramakara Brickell! Every Thursday No cover on Rick C’s VIP list
Thursday, 02/06/2014 – 09:00 pm –
KukaraIcong1Kukaramakara Brickell
1250 s miami avenue,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link
Cost:

Kukaramakara Brickell!
Every Thursday
The best live band
Latin music and top 40 hits
RSVP to your DAG Promoter for details.
Text” KUKA” TO 786 273 7401 to sign up for Rick C VIP list
Doors open at 10PM to 5 am.
Group of beautiful ladies text/call to RSVP many perks available.
Happy hour half off drinks till 10 pm.
Guest list ladies NO COVER all night.
Guest list Guys NO COVER till midnight. Reduced admission after.
Rick C
VIP Marketing Coordinator
DAG Productions
786 273 7401 / 786 303 2787

Kukaramakara Brickell 1/30/14

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Kukaramakara Brickell! Every Thursday No cover on Rick C’s VIP list
Thursday, 01/30/2014 – 10:00 pm –
KukaraIcongKukaramakara Brickell
1250 s miami avenue,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link
Cost:

Kukaramakara Brickell!
Every Thursday
The best live band
Latin music and top 40 hits
RSVP to your DAG Promoter for details.
Text” KUKA” TO 786 273 7401 to sign up for Rick C VIP list
Doors open at 10PM to 5 am.
Group of beautiful ladies text/call to RSVP many perks available.
Happy hour half off drinks till 10 pm.
Guest list ladies NO COVER all night.
Guest list Guys NO COVER till midnight. Reduced admission after.
Rick C
VIP Marketing Coordinator
DAG Productions
786 273 7401 / 786 303 2787

Nikki Beach at night 2/16/14

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Nikki Beach at night! Every sunday No cover on Rick C’s list
Sunday, 02/16/2014 – 09:00 pm –
nikkiatnight-02-16-2014Nikki Beach Miami
1 Ocean Drive,
miami, Florida 33139
Webpage Link
Cost:

VERY IMPORTANT!

After 9PM Dress Code is fully enforced at NIkki Beach!

No beach attire allowed after 9PM!

Groups of unescorted males will not be admitted without a female

companion or without a table reservation!

Text “NIkki” Along with first and last name and number of guests to

786 273 7401 or 786 303 2787 sign up for Rick C’s Exclusive VIP list.

Rick C’s VIP list will grant you complimentary admission until 12 AM and

reduced admission between 12-2AM.

CONTACT ME FOR TABLE RESERVATIONS.

Rick C
Promoter
Nikki Beach
786 273 7401 / 786 303 2787
Facebook Rick Chaumin
instagram RickCfifty
twitter @hmc2575
https://www.facebook.com/SundaysAtNikkiBeachHostedByRickC

Miss Homestead USA and Miss Homestead Teen USA Pageant 3/1/14

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Miss Homestead USA and Miss Homestead Teen USA Pageant
Saturday, 03/01/2014 – 06:00 pm – 08:30 pm
Homestead-2015-Poster-presentationHampton Inn and Suites
2855 NE 9th Street (Campbell Drive),
Homestead, Florida 33033
Webpage Link
Cost: $15 in Advance, $20 at the door

Miss Homestead USA and Miss Homestead Teen USA Pageant

Miss Homestead USA/Miss Homestead Teen USA is the official preliminaries to Miss Florida USA/Miss Florida Teen USA.

Currently accepting applications from contestants ages 14 to 27 for our 2014 reigning year. For more information you can go to www.southfloridausapageants.com

The Mice War- An Absurdist Opera for Kids 2/9/14

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The Mice War- An Absurdist Opera for Kids
Sunday, 02/09/2014 – 04:00 pm – 05:00 pm
The_Mice_War_Title_72pixPinecrest Gardens’ Banyan Bowl
11000 SW 57 Avenue,
Pinecrest, Florida 33157
Webpage Link
Cost: $10 Adults/ $5 Kids

Do you know why we eat yellow cheese? Find out in The Mice War, David Chesky’s absurdist opera for kids, presented by Orchestra Miami, in collaboration with the Florida Grand Opera.

The Mice War is a little story about the industrious Blue Mice that live in the North
and the passive Red Mice that live on an Island way in the south. The Blue Mice need to make more money so they decide they need to have a war. But what’s the reason for the war? The Blue Mice eat pink cheese and the Red Mice eat yellow cheese. What would happen if the Red Mice came and made the Blue Mice eat yellow Cheese?

The Mice War is an Opera for kids that teaches about the absurdity of war
and acceptance of cultural diversity while introducing them to classical music.
The performance features three Young Artists from the Florida Grand Opera accompanied by eight professional musicians form Orchestra Miami, conducted by Brian Onderdonk and directed by A. Scott Parry. This delightful program will last approximately 50 minutes and is perfect for children ages 3 and up.

The performance will be on Sunday, February 9, 2014 at 4:00 PM at Pinecrest Gardens’ Banyan Bowl, located at 11000 SW 57 Avenue, Pinecrest, FL 33156. Tickets are $10 for Adults and $5 for children. Children 2 and younger admitted free of charge with lap seating only. Seating is by general admission and there is ample free, on-site parking. Tickets can be purchased online through Orchestra Miami’s website (www.OrchestraMiami.org) or by calling Brown Paper Tickets at (800) 838-3006.

Nikki Beach at night! Every sunday No cover on Rick C’s list 2/2/14

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Nikki Beach at night! Every sunday No cover on Rick C’s list
Sunday, 02/02/2014 – 09:00 pm –
nikkiatnight-02-02-2014Nikki Beach Miami
1 Ocean Drive,
miami, Florida 33139
Webpage Link
Cost:

VERY IMPORTANT!

After 9PM Dress Code is fully enforced at NIkki Beach!

No beach attire allowed after 9PM!

Groups of unescorted males will not be admitted without a female

companion or without a table reservation!

Text “NIkki” Along with first and last name and number of guests to

786 273 7401 or 786 303 2787 sign up for Rick C’s Exclusive VIP list.

Rick C’s VIP list will grant you complimentary admission until 12 AM and

reduced admission between 12-2AM.

CONTACT ME FOR TABLE RESERVATIONS.

Rick C
Promoter
Nikki Beach
786 273 7401 / 786 303 2787
Facebook Rick Chaumin
instagram RickCfifty
twitter @hmc2575
https://www.facebook.com/SundaysAtNikkiBeachHostedByRickC

Nikki Beach at night! Every sunday No cover on Rick C’s list 2/9/14

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Nikki Beach at night! Every sunday No cover on Rick C’s list
Sunday, 02/09/2014 – 09:00 pm –
nikkiatnight-02-09-2014Nikki Beach Miami
1 Ocean Drive,
miami, Florida 33139
Webpage Link
Cost:

VERY IMPORTANT!

After 9PM Dress Code is fully enforced at NIkki Beach!

No beach attire allowed after 9PM!

Groups of unescorted males will not be admitted without a female

companion or without a table reservation!

Text “NIkki” Along with first and last name and number of guests to

786 273 7401 or 786 303 2787 sign up for Rick C’s Exclusive VIP list.

Rick C’s VIP list will grant you complimentary admission until 12 AM and

reduced admission between 12-2AM.

CONTACT ME FOR TABLE RESERVATIONS.

Rick C
Promoter
Nikki Beach
786 273 7401 / 786 303 2787
Facebook Rick Chaumin
instagram RickCfifty
twitter @hmc2575
https://www.facebook.com/SundaysAtNikkiBeachHostedByRickC

Mark Leventhal Medical Fund Auction 1/28/14

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Mark Leventhal Medical Fund Auction
leventhalTuesday, January 28th, 7pm-10pm
HaVen
1237 Lincoln Road
Miami Beach, FL 33139

Mark Leventhal is gravely ill. He is in the ICU. He has an infection that is affecting his body and his brain and we are all praying for him. He’s had a rough go of it lately and any contribution you can make for him will help support his medical needs (he has no insurance) and his kids and other needs that come up. Please show your love.

Looking for local or national brand businesses to donate goods and services to be auctioned to benefit legendary DJ Mark Leventhal. The goal is to have a number of sexy, valuable products and services that people will actually bid upon or outright purchase. This auction will take place on social media AND at the fundraising event Tuesday at 7pm at Haven South Beach. To donate an auction item, please contact Dirk DeSouza at misterdirk@gmail.com

Cash Donations may be made directly here.

For more than two decades, Miami resident Mark Leventhal has been on the decks at some of the best venues and parties in South Beach. Today, Leventhal lays in a coma at Jackson Memorial Hospital.

His younger sister, Amy Leventhal, says that he went to urgent care last Wednesday because long-term pain in his back had become unbearable. They sent him to the hospital, where doctors found an infection in his body and brain and put him directly into intensive care (ICU).

Leventhal does not have health insurance so his sister started a fundraising page to help pay for his care. (courtesy Miami.com)

Photographs of Drink Around The World Festival at The Moore Building on 1/25/14

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Drink Around The World Festival at The Moore Building on Saturday, January 25, 2014. You could enjoy over 100 specialty drinks, cocktails, and spirits. From Vodka to Prosecco, Tequila to Gin, Rum to Wine, Beer to Whiskey, and everything in between.  Will Call Miami hosted the Beer Pong Lounge they had beer pong contests and draft beer! Food was available for purchase including ceviche, Will Call wings, sliders, crab sandwiches.

Proceeds from this event will benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities, an organization that finds and supports programs that directly improve the health and well being of children.

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Author, Holocaust Survivor Makes South Florida Appearance 2/6/4

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Author, Holocaust Survivor Makes South Florida Appearance
img129Thursday, 02/06/2014, 06:30 pm-08:00 pm
Books & Books Bal Harbour
9700 Collins Avenue
Bal Harbour, Florida 33154
Webpage Link

Samuel Marder, one of the only remaining Holocaust survivors who lectures about prejudice and its consequences reads from his inspirational book “Devils Among Angels, The Journey From Paradise And Hell To Life,” a unique blend of poetry, fiction and life experience.

“A lifelong artist, Sam Marder has produced yet another work of art-one which inspires hope, invites meaningful introspection, and leaves an indelible mark on both the heart and the mind.”
– Rabbi Brad Hirschfield

A powerful, enigmatic and captivating speaker, this may be Mr. Marder’s last appearance in South Florida. Let Samuel know you’re coming! RSVP to: Michelle Payer, MPC*Michelle Payer Communications. Michelle@mpc-pr.com

Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure – 25th Anniversary Screening 1/29/14

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Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure – 25th Anniversary Screening
Wednesday, 01/29/2014 – 08:00 pm – 10:00 pm
BILL-TED-POSTERO-Cinema
90 NW 29th Street,
Miami, Florida 33127
Buy Tickets Link
Cost: 12.00

In 1989 relatively unknown actors Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter became instant pop culture icons when they starred in BILL & TED’S EXCELLENT ADVENTURE. Two years later, they returned to the big screen in 1991 with the hugely underrated BILL & TED’S BOGUS JOURNEY. It has been 25 years since the theatrical release of the first film and while Keanu and Alex tease us with hints of a possible BILL & TED 3 in the works, Popcorn Nights & O Cinema decided that the existence alone of Bill & Ted is cause for celebration.

Special Reception for i-Miami & Eye to Eye 1/30/14

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Special Reception for i-Miami & Eye to Eye
imiamiKiwi Arts Group
Thursday, January 30, 2014, 7pm – 10pm
117 NE 1st Ave., Ground Floor
Downtown Miami, 33132
RSVP to rsvp@kiwiartsgroup.com

An Evening of Art, Wine & Conversation

They say a picture is worth a 1,000 words, in which case ‘i-Miami 2013,’ Marc Schmidt’s debut photography exhibition, speaks volumes. Reminiscent of Walker, Vishniac, Atget, Lange and Arbus, Marc Schmidt’s photography is strong and thought-provoking, reflecting the zeitgeist of the postmodern World. Using the simplest of tools, his iPhone camera and his bicycle for transportation, Schmidt has created a poignant visual essay of the inner city and its denizens. Schmidt’s affinity and respect for his subject matter are evident in the narrative structure of his compositions and the intuitive poetic resonance of his imagery.

Marc Schmidt was born in Chicago and raised in Hamburg. A physician by profession, Schmidt has had a love affair with the art of photography since his teen years when he started documenting street scenes in Hamburg. Schmidt has traveled around the world capturing life in all its aspects for over a decade and has previously published his work only once; a photography essay on a refugee camp in Rwanda. He has been running a successful photo rental studio in Hamburg since 2001. In 2013 he opened CU-1 Gallery in downtown Miami and has been documenting Miami street life since April of the same year.

Its Time to Cruise 2/8/14

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Its Time to Cruise
Saturday, 02/08/2014 – 11:00 am – 05:00 pm
maredolce1-343La Palma Ristorante & Bar
116 Alahambra Circle,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Facebook Link
Cost: Free

Come and Enjoy the Latest Resort Collections & Beauty Tips of 2014
Hosted by Model & Television Personality Licela Navarro
Featuring Pop-Up Boutiques from 11am to 5 pm
Special Gourmet Lunch Menu
Fashion Show Sponsored by Beauty Touches Productions with Title Holders from
Miss Florida & Miss Florida Teen USA
MAKEOVER TIPS, GIVEAWAYS & MORE!

Photographs of The Ritz-Carlton South Beach 10 Year Anniversary on 1/23/14

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The Ritz-Carlton South Beach 10 Year Anniversary on Thursday, January 23, 2014.  What a wonderful 10 year celebration and a beautiful unveiling of the newly renovated ballrooms, absolutely beautiful. The food and music were amazing.

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Photographs of ARTcycle Exhibition Bikes Become Art Exhibit Opening at Coral Gables Museum on 1/23/14

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ARTcycle Exhibition Bikes Become Art Exhibit Opening and Artist Reception at Coral Gables Museum on Thursday, January 23, 2014.

“ARTcycle merges the Miami art scene with the Miami bike movement with an exhibition of bicycle-related artwork and sculptures made with bikes. This innovative exhibit furthers ARTcycle’s mission to raise awareness, respect and tolerance for cyclists, promote cycling and reduce the number of bike-related accidents in our city.”

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Photographs of Fabulous Miami Multichamber of Commerce event at LMNT on 1/22/14

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Fabulous Miami Multichamber of Commerce event at LMNT on Wednesday, January 22, 2014.  The Chambers of Bolivia, Camacol, Coconut Grove, Colombia, Chili,  Doral, Downtown Miami & Brick, Ecuador,  Junior Chamber International,  Haiti, Honduras, Medley, Mercosur,  Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, Poland, Sweetwater and Brickell Rotary Club celebrating yet another successful MultiChamber of Commerce event.

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Photographs of Animate! Miami at Miami Airport Convention Center on 1/18/14

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Photographs of Animate! Miami at Miami Airport Convention Center on Saturday, January 18, 2014.

“ANIMATE! MIAMI is 3 days of fun dedicated to Anime, Animation and Cosplay featuring celebrity voice actors, industry guests, cosplayers, artists, writers, panels, Q&A’s celebrity guests, comic book creators, voice actors, industry guests, cosplayers, artists, writers, panels, Q&A’s, costume & cosplay contests, vendors, parties, anime, workshops and more!” 

Make sure to check out their other two shows this year:

Pinned! Miami: “South Florida’s Pin Up Model, Photography, Culture, Art, Fashion, Tattoo, Rockabilly and Burlesque Festival is 3 days dedicated to the culture of Pin Up, featuring models, bands, photographers, artists, workshops, panels, burlesque, classic cars, exhibitors, vendors, films, tattoo artists and more! Get ready for the sexiest show on Earth!   Pinned! Miami is May 23-25, 2014 at The Miami Airport Convention Center.”

Florida Supercon on July 3-6, 2014 at the Miami Beach Convention Center.  “South Florida’s Comic Book, Anime, Animation, Video Game, Fantasy, Sci-Fi and Pop Culture Convention is JULY 3-6, 2014 at THE MIAMI BEACH CONVENTION CENTER. It’s 4 days of fun dedicated to Comic Books, Anime, Animation, Video Games, Fantasy, Sci-Fi and all of pop culture featuring celebrity guests, comic book creators, voice actors, industry guests, cosplayers, artists, writers, panels, Q&A’s, films & shorts, costume & cosplay contests,vendors, parties, anime, workshops, video gaming and more.”

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Photographs of Life Is Art at Unite4: Good at Ice Palace on 1/20/14

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Life Is Art at Unite 4: Good at Ice Palace on Monday, January 20, 2014.  Unite 4: Good Day of Unity Miami Concert Performance by Flo Rida.  Life is Art presented a wonderful art featured four local artist:  Eleazar Delgado, MANO, Nathan Delinois and Trek6.

Unite4:Good Mission: “Unite4:good is a revolutionary global movement that will create a worldwide environment of positivity, inspire contribution and promote charitable engagement, compassion and empathy. The movement strives to promote goodness as an accessible, desired and aspirational quality, and will unite people who are committed to acts of kindness.”

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Furla Relaunches Coral Gables Store Fashion 1/30/14

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Furla Relaunches Coral Gables Store
Thursday, 01/30/2014 – 01/30/2014 06:00 pm – 08:30 pm
Furla Boutique
342 San Lorenzo Avenue,
Coral Gables, Florida 33146
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

We are pleased to invite you to celebrate the unveiling of Furla’s new store concept. Shop the Spring Summer 2014 Collection and receive an exclusive gift with purchase.

Music by DJ Michelle Pooch

Please RSVP to 305.443.4945 or CoralGables@furlausa.com

Winn-Dixie Mini Calle Ocho Event Featuring Univision’s Chef Maggie Jiménez 2/1/14

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Winn-Dixie Mini Calle Ocho Event Featuring Univision’s Chef Maggie Jiménez
Saturday, 02/01/2014 – 12:00 pm – 02:00 pm
Chef-Maggie-JimenezWinn-Dixie Store #254
11241 SW 40th St.,
Miami, Florida 33165
Facebook Link
Cost: Free

Winn-Dixie invites South Florida shoppers to join us for an afternoon of family, food and fun to kick-off this year’s Calle Ocho festival with mini celebrations throughout February at select Miami stores. As part of the celebrations, shoppers will enjoy a special cooking demonstration by Univision’s Celebrity Chef Maggie Jiménez. Known for her simple and delicious recipes that make it so easy to learn, Jiménez will prepare easy Kraft Food recipes such as Mesquite Chicken Breasts with Lime-Avocado Salsa, JELL-O Fruit and Cookie Dream and Tanguila Sunrise.

In addition to the cooking demonstrations, event attendees will also enjoy a variety of food sampling stations, Coca-Cola sampling, giveaways and more, plus a special visit by Miss Carnaval.

Get Serenaded at Spartico 2/14/14

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Get Serenaded at Spartico
Friday, 02/14/2014 – 05:00 pm –
Spartico
3000 Florida Ave,
Coconut Grove, Florida 33133
Webpage Link
Cost: $35.00 per person

On Valentine’s Day, sweep your sweetheart off her feet with an evening of romance at Spartico in The Mayfair Hotel & Spa. Couples can fall deeper in love as they get serenaded by Rat-Pack inspired singer, Louis Amanti. After dinner, lovers can remember the romance and steal a kiss on the intimate, dimly lit rooftop or walk through the Zen-inspired Asian garden.

Epicurean lovers will be welcomed with a starter baked from a Milan imported wood-burning oven, followed by a 3-course menu created by Executive Chef, Dario Correa. Guests will start with either a poached Lobster tail medallion salad, or a creamy risotto infused with sweet and savory blackberries. Entrée options include a Duck prepared 3 different ways or a honey and pistachio crusted Filet Mignon served over a bed of rose petals. All loved ones will finish their dinner with a decadent dessert trio inspired by Italy. For a hint of seduction, valentines can pair their dinner with a bottle of the house wine, Spartico.

On February 14, 2014 the seating will begin at 5:00 p.m. The price-fixe menu is $35.00 per person without gratuity or tax. Call 305-441-0000 for reservations or visit www.MayfairHotelandSpa.com for more information.

Town Center Aventura Opening Celebration 2/1/14

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Town Center Aventura Opening Celebration
Saturday, 02/01/2014 – 11:00 am – 04:00 pm
TCA_Opening_CelebrationTown Center Aventura
18995 Biscayne Boulevard,
Aventura, Florida 33180
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

The new Town Center Aventura, a shopping and dining destination for the entire family located just south of Aventura Mall on Biscayne Boulevard, invites the community to enjoy a day of events during its Opening Celebration. Festivities include circus-style performers, balloon artist, face painting, caricaturist, arts and crafts, restaurant tastings and performances by young South Florida stars Biana Pinchuk and Lannie Rubio, as well as a chance to win two tickets to see Demi Lovato in concert. Guests will receive offers and promotions from participating stores and restaurants.

Miami Classical Guitar Society presents Russian virtuoso Rovshan Mamedkuliev 2/1/14

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Miami Classical Guitar Society presents Russian virtuoso Rovshan Mamedkuliev
Saturday, 02/01/2014 – 08:00 pm –
26-Season_ROVSHAN_Concert_BannerSt. Bede Episcopal Chapel, University of Miami
1150 Stanford Drive,
Coral Gables, Florida 33146
Webpage Link
Cost: $25

The Miami Classical Guitar Society proudly presents the third concert of its 2013-2014 Season, featuring young Russian virtuoso Rovshan Mamedkuliev, First Prize Winner of the 2012 Guitar Foundation of America International Competition!

Born in 1986 in Baku, Azerbaijan, Rovshan graduated from the prestigious Nizhny Novgorod Conservatoire where he studied with nationally renowned guitarist Aleksey Petropavlovsky, and in 2006 received a special grant from Russian President Vladimir Putin for high achievements in the arts. Since then, Rovshan has performed in major cities in France, Russia, Germany, Spain and the United States, where he performed at Carnegie Hall in New York City in 2012. He has been a laureate of over 23 competitions, including first prizes in the 41st International Guitar Competition “Francisco Tárrega” (Spain), the 10th International Guitar Competition “Hommage à Leo Brouwer” (France), and the 1st International Guitar Competition “Heitor Villa-Lobos” (Spain). He is now touring over 50 cities in the United States, Canada, and Mexico as part of his GFA competition prize, and just recorded a new CD with the Naxos label.

Chamber Music Society of Palm Beach Executive presents Inside the Music at Lynn University 2/10/14

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Chamber Music Society of Palm Beach Executive presents Inside the Music at Lynn University
Monday, 02/10/2014 – 07:00 pm – 12:00 pm
Photo-Jon-Manasse-Clarinet_-Jon-Nakamatsu-Piano-4_Jon-and-Jon_2Amarnick-Goldstein Concert Hall at Lynn University
3601 N Military Trail,
Boca Raton, Florida 33431
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

Tickets are complimentary, but seating is limited to the first 250 guests. Interested parties are asked to email RSVP@thebuzzagency.net for ticket information.

MCM One-Day Camp Around the World Series Explore: Madagascar 3/21/14

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MCM One-Day Camp Around the World Series Explore: Madagascar
Friday, 03/21/2014 – 03/21/2014 09:00 am – 03:00 am
Miami Children’s Museum
980 macarthur causway,
Miam, Florida 33132
Webpage Link
Cost: $45 for Members $50 for Non-Members $20 walk-in fee

Explore the African island of Madagascar through music, dance, storytelling, art, and food!
• Create a colorful woven and wearable African art!
• Prepare a lush fruit salad of pineapple, baobab, and lichee!
• Learn about Lemurs and hear folktales from the Malagasy people.
• Move to your feet to the rhythm and beat of the Madagascar dance!

Don’t forget to bring your MCM passport!
$45 for Members
$50 for Non-Members
$20 walk-in fee
Before and after care available

Register Today!
305.373.KIDS (5437) x 112
yanet@maiamichildrensmuseum.org

Winn-Dixie Mini Calle Ocho Event Featuring Chef Pepin 2/8/14

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Winn-Dixie Mini Calle Ocho Event Featuring Chef Pepin
Saturday, 02/08/2014 – 12:00 pm – 02:00 pm
MG_4492FINAL-3Winn-Dixie Store #366
3701 N.W. Seventh St.,
Miami, Florida 33126
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Cost: Free

Winn-Dixie invites South Florida shoppers to join us for an afternoon of family, food and fun to kick-off this year’s Calle Ocho festival with mini celebrations throughout February at select Miami stores. As part of the celebrations, shoppers will enjoy a special cooking demonstration by local celebrity Chef Pepin. Known for his spontaneous and whimsical approach to cooking, Chef Pepin will prepare easy Kraft Food recipes such as Mesquite Chicken Breasts with Lime-Avocado Salsa, JELL-O Fruit and Cookie Dream and Tanguila Sunrise.

In addition to the cooking demonstrations, event attendees will also enjoy a variety of food sampling stations, Coca-Cola sampling, giveaways and more.

Compression for Life program with catcher Jeff Urgelles 1/27/14-2/10/14

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Compression for Life program with catcher Jeff Urgelles.
Sunday, 01/27/2014 – 02/10/2014 04:00 pm –
compression-for-life-billyBoys & Girls Club- Miami Dade
9475 N Kendall Drive,
Miami, Florida 33176
Webpage Link
Cost: free

The Marlins Foundation is pleased to announce the second cycle of Compression for Life, a program that teaches heart health and provides CPR and first aid training to the youth at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami Dade.

In 2012, the Marlins Foundation and Catcher Jeff Urgelles launched a CPR class for the kids at the Boys and Girls Club of Miami Dade. This program was inspired by news of Urgelles’ vital role in saving the life of a young woman who had collapsed with cardiac arrest during a Marlins away game in Arizona.

“The Compression for Life Program helps our kids understand and learn the importance of CPR.” shares Alex Rodriguez-Roig, President of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami Dade. “We’re thankful to Jeff and the Marlins for helping make our community a safer and healthier place.”

During the first year of the program, Compression for Life taught the importance of heart health to over 100 youth at the Boys & Girls Club Hank Kline Campus, and provided CPR certification for twenty Boys & Girls Clubs employees. This year, the program will continue with additional support from the local American Heart Association and 911 Education Consultants to offer Compression for Life at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami Dade Kendall Campus.

Class Schedule:

Heart Health – Monday, January 27, 2014 4:00 PM
Teaching the importance of healthy eating and exercise and how both aspects contribute to positive heart health.

CPR Training – Monday, February 3, 2014 4:00 PM
Teaching the skills needed to provide CPR, AED and First Aid.

CPR Certification Class – Saturday, February 8, 2014 9:00 AM

Certification Ceremony – Monday, February 10, 2014 4:00 PM

Miami Life Day Fete and NBA All-Star Watch Party 2/16/14

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Miami Life Day Fete and NBA All-Star Watch Party
Sunday, 02/16/2014 – 02/16/2014 02:00 pm – 10:00 pm
MiamiLifeFeb16smallFinnegan’s River
401 S.W. 3rd Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link
Cost: Free before 4pm

President’s Day Weekend

Miami Life Day Fete and NBA All-Star Watch Party

Music by: DJ Top Feelin & Jis Music
• (2) 20ft HD Screens& (15+) TVs – Watch NBA All-Stars East vs. West
• Pool Tables
• Free Dock Space Available (come by boat)
• Swimming Pool
• Full Liquor Bar
• Full Kitchen
• Indoor/Outdoor Seating

Everyone Complimentary Admission before 4pm with RSVP
For INFO or RSVP: majesticgroupevents@gmail.com / 786-970-7403 /
Twitter@majesticgroup / Instagram@majesticgroup

Miami Lighthouse 7th Annual Music Under the Stars: Bon Appétit Miami 4/30/14

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Miami Lighthouse 7th Annual Music Under the Stars: Bon Appétit Miami
Wednesday, 04/30/2014 – 06:30 pm – 09:30 pm
Save-the-DateMiami Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired
601 SW 8th Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33130
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Cost: $80 per person, $150 per couple

Support 20/20 vision and celebrate free eye care for children on Wednesday, April 30th at the Seventh Annual Music Under the Stars: Bon Appétit Miami at Miami Lighthouse for the Blind. With musical performances by the Miami Lighthouse Better Chance Music Production Program™ musicians and special guests, a fabulous silent auction, food and beverages from many great Miami restaurants, Music Under the Stars has become a much-anticipated highlight of the South Florida philanthropic season and is one not to miss! The Florida Heiken Children’s Vision Program, a division of Miami Lighthouse for the Blind, has provided 75,000 children from low-income families with eye examinations and prescription glasses when needed since its inception in 1992. Donation for single tickets is $80, $150 per couple.

For more information, contact Cameron Sisser at 786-362-7515 or csisser@miamilighthouse.org

Romance Under the Moon 1/14/14

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Romance Under the Moon
Sunday, 02/14/2014 – 06:00 pm –
The Conrad Hotel
1395 Brickell Ave.,
Miami, Florida 33131
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Cost: $95

Bring your loved one closer to the moon on Valentine’s Day. Spoil your sweetheart with a delectable 3-course meal inside Conrad Miami at Atrio Restaurant & Wine Room. Dine in decadence with a romantic backdrop 25 stories in the sky as a violinist seduces the night even further.

Love birds can relish their romance and start with options like a refreshing Octopus Carpaccio served with a fried oyster salad, or enjoy an entrée of a rich Beef Tenderloin accompanied by truffle bread and butter pudding and seared foie gras. The evening will end with a Salted Chocolate Délice topped with Kahlua Crème fraîche and lychee mousse.

The price-fixe menu is $95.00 per adult, seating starts at 6 p.m. For reservations, please call 305-503-6529.

Tertulia Amelia Peláez 1/25/14

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Tertulia Amelia Peláez
Saturday, 01/25/2014 – 02:00 pm – 05:00 pm
ameliaPérez Art Museum Miami
1103 Biscayne Blvd,
Miami, Florida 33132
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Cost: Non-members $15, Members $5 (with promotion code) Price includes museum admission.

A tertulia is a literary or artistic gathering for the purpose of discussion, a sort of salon. We invite you to a three-part tertulia focused on the exhibition Amelia Peláez: The Craft of Modernity.

Part one – Amelia’s Architectural Precedents – Raul L. Rodriguez, AIA
The integration of the built environment into the work of Amelia Pelaéz is evident. Rodriguez illustrates how three cultural streams syncretized and influenced twentieth century art in Cuba.

Part two – “Magnificent Femininity”: Critical Interpretations of Amelia Peláez del Casal – Ingrid W. Elliott, Ph.D.
Contemporary critics paid a great deal of attention to Peláez’s position as a female artist; particular consideration was given to the notion of “femininity” in relation to her painting. Elliott assesses the ways in which Peláez’s expression of craft and domesticity are in dialogue with these gendered interpretations of her work by her peers.

Part three – Finding Amelia: Excerpts from RUM & COKE – Carmen Peláez
The artist’s great-niece performs a staged reading of excerpts from her play RUM & COKE. After seeing a Peláez painting in person for the first time, the protagonist decides to go to Cuba, hoping to discover what makes beautiful, beautiful.

TICKETS:
Non-members $15, Members $5 (with promotion code)
Price includes museum admission.
Space is limited. Registration recommended
*Tickets are non-refundable. Unused tickets may be redeemed for museum admission

Self-parking on-site as available ($2/hour) / Metromover: Museum Park station / pamm.org/parking

Amelia Peláez, “Bandeja con frutas (Sandía) (Tray with Fruits [Watermelon]),” 1941
Private Collection, Coconut Grove © Amelia Pelaez Foundation. Photo credit: Sid Hoeltzell

Rina Yoga 8th Anniversary Party 2/1/14

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Rina Yoga 8th Anniversary Party
Saturday, 02/01/2014 – 02/01/2014 10:30 am – 01:30 pm
Evite-1The Barnacle
3485 Main Highway,
Coconut Grove, Florida 33133
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

Come celebrate with Rina Yoga on the studio’s 8th anniversary! Enjoy a free yoga class taught by Rina Jakubowicz and live music by Afrobeta and Adrian Gonzalez. Following the class will be a picnic hosted by sponsors, Crave Clean, KIND, NUWI, Roots & Freens, and EVOS, as well as fun activities for the whole family!

Schedule:

Yoga Class – 10:30 a.m.- 11:45 a.m.

Picnic- noon – 1:30 p.m.

* Please arrive early * Family and friends invited!

The first 50 people to arrive will receive a free gift from Rina Yoga

Please bring your own mat, blanket and $2 for a donation to preserving the Barnacle

Movie Night Monday 1/27/14

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Movie Night Monday
Monday, 01/27/2014 – 10:00 pm – 05:00 am
blackbird_movienights_pans127Blackbird Ordinary
729 SW 1st Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

Blackbird Ordinary presents Movie Night Mondays! Join us for an outdoor double feature of Pan’s Labyrinth and The Orphanage at 10pm. Karaoke starts inside at 11! 21+ || No cover.

Ladies Night 1/28/14

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Ladies Night
Tuesday, 01/28/2014 – 10:00 pm – 05:00 am
LadiesNightLogo1Blackbird Ordinary
729 SW 1st Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33130
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Cost: Free

Tuesdays at Blackbird belong to the ladies, with free wells & Blackbirds for ladies from 10pm-1:30am! Featuring Blue Jay & Lobo Marino live, and a DJ set by Mr. Feathers. 21+ || No cover!

Roots Rock Wednesday 1/29/14

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Roots Rock Wednesday
Wednesday, 01/29/2014 – 10:00 pm – 05:00 am
599103_482980555093104_319880258_n2Blackbird Ordinary
729 SW 1st Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

Adding some soul to your mid-week with Haitian Hillbilly playing the finest in rockabilly, blues, R&B, and more. Featuring special guest Jared Cole. Enjoy ½ off whiskey all night! 21+ to boogie woogie. No cover.

Early Bird Friday 1/31/14

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Early Bird Friday
Friday, 01/31/2014 – 03:00 pm – 05:00 am
599103_482980555093104_319880258_n3Blackbird Ordinary
729 SW 1st Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

Blackbird Ordinary presents Early Bird Fridays! Enjoy happy hour from 3-8pm, and live music by Robby Hunter at 8pm. 21+, no cover! For info and reservations call (305) 671-3307.

Exotic Pet Amnesty Day at Zoo Miami 3/1/14

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Exotic Pet Amnesty Day at Zoo Miami
Saturday, 03/01/2014 – 10:00 am – 02:00 pm
amnestyday.jpegZoo Miami
12400 SW 152 Street,
Miami, Florida 33177
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

Have an exotic pet that you can no longer keep? Bring it to Exotic Pet Amnesty Day. FWC will accept all exotic pets (no domestics) and will place healthy animals with pre-qualified adopters.

Surrender exotic pets that can no longer be kept
No penalties for unlicensed or illegal exotic pets
See live exotic animals up close
Talk to experts about being a responsible pet owner
Surrendered pets will be adopted out the same day
Adopters must pre-register at MyFWC.com/Nonnatives

For more information visit: MyFWC.com/Nonnatives or call 1-888-IVE-Got1 (1-888-483-4681).

To download flyer go to www.zoomiami.org.

Super Bowl XLVIII Watch Party at Monty’s Sunset 2/2/14

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Super Bowl XLVIII Watch Party at Monty’s Sunset
Sunday, 02/02/2014 – 02:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Montys-SB-FinalR1Monty’s Sunset
300 Alton Road,
MIami Beach, Florida 33139
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

The who’s who of South Beach will be docking their Mega-Yachts at the South Beach Marina where MONTYS SUNSET is located. The same spot that is temporary home to Tiger Wood’s Privacy Yacht, Derek Jeter’s water escape boat and hundreds of other multi-million dollar vessels is where 1,000 people are expected for the Big Game. The pool party kicks off off at 2pm with live bands, DJs, raw bar, NFL drink specials all day. Catch the game on 25 HDTV’s as well as 2 huge inflatable projection screens for the game of the year, live from NYC. Oh, and are you the type that deserves VIP treatment, look for one of Monty’s supped up golf-carts cruising the beach for a free ride to the party

Photographs by Anthony Jordon of Unite 4: Good at Ice Palace on 1/20/14

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Photographs taken by Anthony Jordon of  Unite 4: Good at Ice Palace on Monday, January 20, 2014.  Unite 4: Good Day of Unity Miami Concert Performance by Flo Rida.  Life is Art presented a wonderful art featured four local artist:  Eleazar Delgado, MANO, Nathan Delinois and Trek6.

Unite4:Good Mission: “Unite4:good is a revolutionary global movement that will create a worldwide environment of positivity, inspire contribution and promote charitable engagement, compassion and empathy. The movement strives to promote goodness as an accessible, desired and aspirational quality, and will unite people who are committed to acts of kindness.”

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

 

The Coral Gables Art Cinema’s 3rd Annual Fundraiser A Night at Our Cabaret 2/1/14

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The Coral Gables Art Cinema’s 3rd Annual Fundraiser A Night at Our Cabaret
1138Saturday, February 1, starting at 7:00 pm
The Westin Colonnade Coral Gables
180 Aragon Avenue
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Tickets are $250 per person and are available for purchase at gablescinema.com or by calling (786) 472-2249

The Coral Gables Art Cinema’s third annual fundraiser, A Night at Our Cabaret, takes place on Saturday, February 1, 2014, starting at 7:00 pm, at The Westin Colonnade on Aragon Avenue, one block east of the theater. Hosted by CBS4 anchor Eliott Rodriguez, A Night at Our Cabaret will feature delicious food, an open bar courtesy of Bacardi, music, performances, a silent auction, and other surprises. The goal of the evening is to raise funds so that this non-profit organization can continue to operate as the leading first-run art cinema and film arts center in South Florida. Steven Krams will also be recognized for his years of leadership as Founder and President of the Coral Gables Art Cinema.

The Coral Gables Art Cinema exhibits independent, international, and classic films, offering first-run, seven-day-a-week showcase presentations in both 35mm and true industry-standard theater quality digital projection. Cinema programs also include special events for families and children, film festivals and educational activities. It is located at 260 Aragon Avenue, across the street from Books & Books and the Coral Gables Museum, which is at 285 Aragon Avenue.

“We are so proud of the continued success of the Gables Cinema,” said Director Robert Rosenberg. “Our Cabaret fundraiser will help us to continue to grow and deepen our programs, with key community support.” A Night at Our Cabaret is expected to attract over 200 attendees who will come together in support of the film programming and educational activities of the Gables Cinema.

“A Night at Our Cabaret will be our biggest, most glamorous and fun annual fundraiser ever,” said Board Member and Event Chair of the Coral Gables Art Cinema Maritza Jacobson. “It’s an homage to both the film world and the arts community of South Florida.” Tickets for the event are $250 per person and are available for purchase at www.gablescinema.com or by calling (786) 472-2249.

Supporters for the evening include Bacardi, Continental Film & Digital Labs, FOX International Channels/Nat Geo Mundo, HBO Latin America, and Magna-Tech Electronic Co., Inc.

Funding for the Coral Gables Art Cinema comes in part from the City of Coral Gables; the Coral Gables Community Foundation; the Knight Foundation; Steven Krams and Midge Blumberg-Krams; Bacardi; the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Mayor and Board of County Commissioners; and the many businesses, individual donors and members who contribute to the Cinema’s work.