Art Baseling at O. Ascanio Gallery in Wynwood 11/20/12

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Art Baseling at O. Ascanio Gallery in Wynwood
Tuesday, 11/20/2012, 06:30 pm –
O.-Ascanio-Gallery_Nov.-2012-v.-2O. Ascanio Gallery
2600 NW 27th Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33127
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O. ASCANIO GALLERY ANNOUNCES END-OF-YEAR EXHIBIT

A hub for Latin American and European modern and contemporary art, O. Ascanio Gallery will exhibit world-renowned greats alongside burgeoning artists who are transforming the art world

Miami, FL – O. Ascanio Gallery in Miami’s Wynwood Arts District will have an opening reception for Aesthetic Perfection at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, November 20. The collective exhibit, which runs from November 20 – December 31, 2012, features the works of established and emerging artists in a variety of media.

For his Art Basel-inspired exhibit, gallery owner Oscar Ascanio looks to attract art aficionados and collectors from around the globe by showing the works of Op and Kinetic art masters and newer artists who are exploring and transforming the world of contemporary arts. The twelve featured artists are: Jesus Soto, Carlos Cruz-Diez, Alejandro Otero, Victor Vasarely, Bernar Venet, Agostino Bonalumi, Victor Lucena, Hester, Jorge Blanco, Carlos Cabeza, Nanin and Francisco Salazar.

Jesus Soto, Carlos Cruz-Diez, Alejandro Otero, Victor Vasarely, Bernar Venet and Agostino Bonalumi are luminaries synonymous with Op and Kinetic art. A visionary, Ascanio is confident that newer artists such as Victor Lucena, Hester, Jorge Blanco, Carlos Cabeza, Francisco Salazar and Nanin will revolutionize the contemporary art world.

“The newer works represent an avant-garde generation of artists who are going beyond commonly accepted boundaries and creating a new realm of art, while redefining traditional aesthetics,” said Ascanio.

Added Ascanio: “Art Basel allows us to appreciate different art movements that are occurring simultaneously throughout the world. And through this exhibition, I want to do the same on a smaller scale.”

Each one of the artists featured in Aesthetic Perfection have created their own artistic, beautiful language through a host of mediums, which together, compose an electic expression of contemporary art.

Visitors will experience a visual feast with Cruz-Diez’s mysterious and changing chromatic spectrums, Soto’s magical compositions, Bonalumi’s and Otero’s subtle monochromatic masterpieces and will be awestruck by Vasarely’s geometric precision.

Photography by Hester explores the inter-reliant relationship between man and construction, construction and the environment and the unintentional emotional response to the design process. Nanin’s works create a musical language intertwined with time and space. And Carlos Cabeza’s stream-of-conscious modality creates movement through curved, ebbless sequential patterns that often showcase the female form.

Ascanio is an accomplished gallerist, artist manager, publisher and collector. He began his art career at the age of 17, while apprenticing with Alfredo Boulton. And in 1974 he co-launched Ediciones Macanao, a publishing company he formed with Boulton and Cruz Diez.

O. Ascanio Gallery is located at 2600 NW Second Ave in the Wynwood Arts District. For more information visit www.oascaniogallery.com.

Seminole Casino Coconut Creek Unveils Designated Parking Spaces for Disabled American Veterans with “Black Hawk Down” Inspiration Michael Durant 11/19/12

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Seminole Casino Coconut Creek Unveils Designated Parking Spaces for Disabled American Veterans with “Black Hawk Down” Inspiration Michael Durant
Monday, 11/19/2012, 10:00 am –
Durant_MichaelSeminole Casino Coconut Creek
5550 NW 40th Street,
Coconut Creek, Florida 33073
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Just one week after Veteran’s Day was observed across the nation, Seminole Casino Coconut Creek is proud to unveil special designated parking areas for Disabled American Veterans (DAV) on Monday, November 19 at 10 a.m. The covered parking spaces will be located on the third level of the new environmentally friendly garage featuring solar energy and green technology.

The ceremony will include several special guest speakers, including Broward County Commissioner Chip LaMarca, DAV of Vietnam and former Commander Chapter 133 Chuck McLaughlin, as well as the man whose life inspired the best-selling book and Academy Award-winning film “Black Hawk Down,” Michael Durant. Following the heartfelt presentation, the award-winning Fresh Harvest will provide a mouthwatering and nutritious meal to numerous invited veterans in gratitude of their patriotism and service.

Durant served in the United States Army 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment Airborne, known as the “Night Stalkers,” and was the pilot of a Black Hawk helicopter that was fired upon and subsequently crashed during a combat operation in Somalia in 1993. After a street battle, he was captured and held prisoner for 11 days and was badly injured. The events were recounted in Mark Bowden’s book “Black Hawk Down” and Ridley Scott’s movie of the same name. Durant has since turned his experiences into a powerful story of survival and inspiration for all as a renowned speaker and New York Times best-selling author of “In the Company of Heroes” and “The Night Stalkers.”

“Seminole Casino Coconut Creek is committed to supporting and giving back to those who have served our country,” said Steve Bonner, President of Seminole Casino Coconut Creek. “There are many veterans in our community, and we are proud to dedicate these special parking spaces solely to them in honor of their service.”

The 1.2 million-member DAV is a non-profit 501(c)(4) charity dedicated to building better lives for America’s disabled veterans and their families. The DAV was founded in 1920 by disabled veterans returning from World War I to represent their unique interests. The DAV’s Voluntary Services Program operates a comprehensive network of volunteers who provide veterans free rides to and from medical facilities and improve care and morale for sick and disabled veterans.

DAV members provide grassroots advocacy and services in communities nationwide. From educating lawmakers and the public about important issues, to supporting services and legislation to help disabled veterans, the DAV is there to promote its message of hope to all who have served and sacrificed.

For more information, please call 954-977-6700 or visit online at www.seminolecasinococonutcreek.com or www.facebook.com/seminolecasinocococreek.

About Seminole Casino Coconut Creek
The all-new Seminole Casino Coconut Creek is South Florida’s hottest place to play. With its recent $150 million expansion, the entertainment destination now features 65 table games of live Blackjack, Baccarat, Pai Gow Poker, Let it Ride and Spanish 21 plus a High-Limit area and lounge on a 100,000-square-foot casino floor. The new second floor non-smoking Stax Poker Lounge offers high stakes no-limit action including Texas Hold ‘em, 7-Card Stud and Omaha Hi Lo tournaments. More than 2,300 Las Vegas-style slots include Wide-Area Progressive Jackpots and Mega Jackpots. Three new restaurants – the upscale NYY Steak, Sorrisi Italian Restaurant and the New York-style 1st Street Deli – join the award winning Fresh Harvest, Nectar Lounge and Sunset Grill. Taking total guest enjoyment to a new level is The Pavilion, a 1,200-seat concert venue, and the revolutionary Player’s Club showcasing an innovative and immersive experience eliminating wait times. An environmentally friendly garage with solar energy and green art technology offers 2,400 covered parking spaces. An adjacent transportation hub is outfitted with valet service and a bus lounge for ultimate comfort and guest convenience. Open 24/7, 365 days, Seminole Casino Coconut Creek is located at the corner of U.S. 441 (State Road 7) and Sample Road at 5550 NW 40 Street. For more information, call 954-977-6700, visit us online at www.seminolecasinococonutcreek.com or www.facebook.com/seminolecasinocococreek. Follow us on Twitter @SemCasinoCoCo.

New Year’s Eve at B Ocean Fort Lauderdale 12/31/12

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New Year’s Eve at B Ocean Fort Lauderdale
Monday, 12/31/2012, 06:30 pm – 01:00 am
NYE-at-B-OceanB Ocean Fort Lauderdale
999 North Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd,
999 North Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd, Florida Fort Lauderdale
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RING IN THE NEW YEAR AT B OCEAN FORT LAUDERDALE
Celebrate the New Year at the Oceanfront “B On Top” Penthouse Party
Or Indulge in Decadent Prix-Fixe Menus at SAIA Sushi and B’Stro on the Beach
Ring in the New Year with friends & family at B Ocean Fort Lauderdale. Choose from three fun-filled options with creative culinary offerings and celebratory cocktails as we say goodbye to 2012, and “HELLO” to 2013. All hotel and dinner guests receive complimentary access to the VIP Poolside Party with a DJ spinning the latest dance music, a live feed of the ball drop in Times Square, party favors, a complimentary champagne toast at midnight and much more!
http://bhotelsandresorts.com/b-ocean-fort-lauderdale/new-years-specials.php

Join the New Year “Celebration” with Kool and the Gang at Seminole Casino Coconut Creek 12/31/12

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Join the New Year “Celebration” with Kool and the Gang at Seminole Casino Coconut Creek
Monday, 12/31/2012, 10:30 pm –
Kool-the-GangSeminole Casino Coconut Creek
5550 NW 40th Street,
Coconut Creek, Florida 33073
Webpage Link

Join the “celebration” and ring in 2013 with Kool and the Gang at The Pavilion at Seminole Casino Coconut Creek on Thursday, December 31 starting at 10:30 p.m. The beloved band will be playing all of South Florida fans favorites throughout the night, up until the ball drops at midnight.

Comprised of Khalis Bayyan and his brother Robert “Kool” Bell joined by Robert “Spike” Mickens, Dennis “Dee Tee” Thomas, Ricky Westfield, George Brown and Charles Smith, Kool and the Gang created a unique musical blend of jazz, soul and funk. The group solidified their musical chemistry early on by supporting acts like Bill Cosby, Ritchie Havens and Richard Pryor.

Their self-titled 1969 debut album introduced their signature instrumental sound and fierce horn arrangements, spawning their first Billboard R&B charted single, “Kool and the Gang,” and later “Let the Music Take Your Mind.” Their audacious sophomore set Live at the Sex Machine peaked at number six on Billboard’s R&B chart and yielded three hit singles, “Funky Man,” “Who’s Gonna Take the Weight” and “I Want to Take You Higher.”

The band’s stellar reputation grew with each album, and 1973’s gold disc Wild & Peaceful took Kool and the Gang to another level, spurring the immortal party anthems “Funky Stuff,” “Hollywood Swinging” and the platinum smash “Jungle Boogie.” Kool and the Gang saw continued success with the smashes “Open Sesame,” “Get Down On It,” “Take My Heart,” “Let’s Go Dancing,” “Cherish,” and “Fresh,” all helping to solidify the groups’ international stardom.

Kool and the Gang has sold over 70 million albums worldwide and influenced the music of three generations. The group has earned two Grammy Awards, seven American Music Awards, 25 Top Ten R&B hits, nine Top Ten Pop hits and 31 gold and platinum albums to date.

Tickets start at $90* and are available at www.ticketmaster.com. *Additional fees may apply

About Seminole Casino Coconut Creek
The all-new Seminole Casino Coconut Creek is South Florida’s hottest place to play. With its recent $150 million expansion, the entertainment destination now features 65 table games of live Blackjack, Baccarat, Pai Gow Poker, Let it Ride and Spanish 21 plus a High-Limit area and lounge on a 100,000-square-foot casino floor. The new second floor non-smoking Stax Poker Lounge offers high stakes no-limit action including Texas Hold ‘em, 7-Card Stud and Omaha Hi Lo tournaments. More than 2,300 Las Vegas-style slots include Wide-Area Progressive Jackpots and Mega Jackpots. Three new restaurants – the upscale NYY Steak, Sorrisi Italian Restaurant and the New York-style 1st Street Deli – join the award winning Fresh Harvest, Nectar Lounge and Sunset Grill. Taking total guest enjoyment to a new level is The Pavilion, a 1,200-seat concert venue, and the revolutionary Player’s Club showcasing an innovative and immersive experience eliminating wait times. An environmentally friendly garage with solar energy and green art technology offers 2,400 covered parking spaces. An adjacent transportation hub is outfitted with valet service and a bus lounge for ultimate comfort and guest convenience. Open 24/7, 365 days, Seminole Casino Coconut Creek is located at the corner of U.S. 441 (State Road 7) and Sample Road at 5550 NW 40 Street. For more information, call 954-977-6700, visit us online at www.seminolecasinococonutcreek.com or www.facebook.com/seminolecasinocococreek. Follow us on Twitter @SemCasinoCoCo.

Neon Splash Dash 2/9/13

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Neon Splash Dash
Saturday, 02/09/2013, 05:30 pm –
neonBB&T Center
1 Panther Pkwy,
sunrie, Florida 33323
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The Neon Splash Dash is a night time 5k run complete with performers, DJs, and a huge afterglow party. At the starting line, runners are under high powered ultra-violet black lights and then they are off to run through four different glow zones. Each zone will spray the runners with a different color of super intense U.V. glow water and finally at the finish line it will all come together again under U.V. black lights, where runners will be ready to party covered in different colored glow water.

Mute Miami and The Stage Miami Present Of Montreal LIVE! 11/28/12

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Mute Miami and The Stage Miami Present Of Montreal LIVE!
Wednesday, 11/28/2012, 09:00 pm –
ofmontreal_final_web-01The Stage Miami
170 Northeast 38th Street,
MIami, Florida 33137
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Mute Miami has done it again! We brought St. Vincent to The Stage in May and now we are bringing Elephant 6 alumni Kevin Barnes and “of Montreal” to The Stage in Miami on Wednesday, November 28th, 2012. You won’t want to miss this return to a rare intimate setting where every seat is the best seat in the house.

The band released “Paralytic Stalks” in February on Polyvinyl Records and has spent the summer playing shows in South America and Europe. If you’ve experienced Of Montreal live before, you know that their shows are always very theatrical, so we can’t wait to see what they have up their sleeve for us!

Ticket information: $18 pre-sale
Tickets @: www.thestagemiami.com
For more info:
Like Mute Miami on Facebook @ www.facebook.com/mutemiami
or
Follow us on Twitter: @MuteMiami

Charity Fashion Show to Benefit Feeding South Florida @ STK Miami 11/19/12

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Charity Fashion Show to Benefit Feeding South Florida @ STK Miami
Monday, 11/19/2012, 08:00 pm – 11:00 pm
54651_10151316495276063_1861390779_oSTK Miami
2377 Collins Ave,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
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Hunger is real problem in America that goes unacknowledged. Join Miami Metropolitan International Fashion Week for a charitable cause this Monday (Nov. 19th). BRING 5 CANNED GOOD items to STK MIAMI to benefit Feeding South Florida & receive a free glass of bubbly & free dessert with your STK dinner!

MMIFW will present a fashion show @10:30pm featuring Anastasia Sagalovich Haute Couture, Castro-Rojas & the models of Ms. Latina International Organization.

FOR PRESS PASSES PLEASE CONTACT SPINHOUSE PR:
www.SpinHousePR.com or info@spinhousepr.com

Greenberg Traurig Attorney Artpeace Workshop 11/18/12

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Greenberg Traurig Attorney Artpeace Workshop
Sunday, 11/18/2012, 02:00 pm – 05:00 pm
The Richard Shack Gallery
800 Lincoln Road,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
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The Miami office of international law firm Greenberg Traurig today announced the scheduling of ArtPeace, an art workshop for children between first grade and fifth grade. During the workshop, children will create art while their parents share through social media their thoughts about peace. The workshop is led by renowned Miami-based multimedia painter Alejandro Vigilante and co-initiated by Meital Stavinsky, an attorney with Greenberg Traurig.

Photographs of A Bitchin’ Evening with Nadia G & Apothic Wines at Awarehouse on 11/15/12

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A Bitchin’ Evening with Nadia G & Apothic Wines at the Awarehouse on Thursday, November 15, 2012.    What a awesome event with chef Nadia G of Nadia G’s Bitchin’ Kitchen as we got to watch her whip up some awesome bites to pair with the Apothic Wines.  The food was awesome and I loved the wine, the blend is amazing.

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Thanksgiving Dinner 11/22/12

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Thanksgiving Dinner
Thursday, 11/22/2012, 12:00 pm – 09:00 pm
Conrad Miami
1395 Brickell Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33131
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This Thanksgiving, Chef Jonathan McCann will dazzle taste buds with seasonal dishes that honor the holiday. Guests may choose from a family style feast at Conrad’s magnificent ballroom from 12pm to 4pm or a more intimate dinner at Atrio Restaurant starting at 5pm, each featuring autumn harvest salads, pumpkin and other seasonal soups, Vermont butter roast turkey and a variety of other options all ending with an impressive dessert buffet. Football games will be shown on big-screen TVs and specialty arts and crafts projects will be available for children. Family style prices are $42 for adults, $21 for kids. Thanksgiving dinner at Atrio is $48 for adults.

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

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J. Del Olmo’s End of the Year Sample Sale
Sunday, 11/18/2012, 11:00 am – 04:00 pm
imagesJ. Del Olmo Bridal Gallery and Couture
322 Miracle Mile,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Facebook Link

Join us for J. Del Olmo’s End of the Year Sample Sale where gowns will be 50-80% off, including flower girls dresses and accessories! Brides, grab your maid of honor and we will see you this Sunday.

The Drawing Lounge – The Art of Giving Thanks! 11/17/12

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The Drawing Lounge – The Art of Giving Thanks!
Saturday, 11/17/2012, 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Art-of-giving-thanksRomero Hidalgo Studios/MyArt Ventures, LLC
4241 SW 75th Ave.,
Miami, Florida 33155
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The Drawing Lounge – Is a place for artists of all levels to come and draw from a live model while listening to great music, and having their favorite drink! Models are dressed to celebrate the occasion. This month is the Art of Giving Thanks!

Bullseye Golf Contest Benefiting Miami Children’s Hospital Foundation 11/17/12

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Bullseye Golf Contest Benefiting Miami Children’s Hospital Foundation
Saturday, 11/17/2012, 12:00 pm – 06:00 pm
Email-blastMagic City Casino
450 NW 37 Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33125
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Magic City Casino, Miami’s first casino to offer Las Vegas style slot machines, will host its second Bullseye Golf Contest benefiting Miami Children’s Hospital Foundation on Saturday, November 17 and Sunday, November 18, 2012. Participation in the two-day event is free and will take place Saturday from 12pm to 6pm and by invitation on Sunday from 12pm to 3pm. Players will have the chance to win up to $17,500 in Free Play from Magic City Casino by participating in this event. Magic City Casino will also make matching donations of the Free Play won to Miami Children’s Hospital Foundation, up to $20,000.

Incan delights, entertainment, and art crafts all enjoyed at Taste of Peru By Betty Alvarez

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Taste of Peru’s 3rd Gastronomic Festival definitely gets better every year and this year is no exception. The festival featured more than 100 exhibitors, restaurants, food and beverage providers, hotel, tourism, fashion, arts & crafts, jewelry and real estate from this Incan country. The food is what really brought to me. Not only that the Peruvian South Florida restaurants were present but also restaurants from Peru itself came to this yearly event.

Other than the traditional ceviche, other peruvian delights were Lomo Saltado (chunks of meat, onions, and french fries) served alongside white rice. Aji de Gallina was another favorite consisting of shredded chicken with Peru’s finest yellow sauce complimented with white rice, Arroz Chaufa (Peruvian Chinese rice), Rocoto Relleno (Peru’s hot pepper filled with chicken or meat), Causa (made with potatoes and chicken or tuna), Anticuchos (beef hearts skewers), and for dessert none other than the Picarones (Peruvian doughnuts). Oh my goodness! The tastiness, the crunchiness, the savory food is what I really enjoyed.

At night, guests enjoyed “Noche de Jarana” an after hours party Peruvian style where music by many Peruvian groups and some of the restaurant booths stayed open and the Pisco Sours kept on flowing. The Peruvian Paso Horse show was very entertaining as the “Chalan” Peruvian cowboy delighted the crowd as the horses “danced” with a particular Peruvian folkloric dancer.

It was such a good event and I really enjoyed it. Can’t wait to next year as it will be an even better one!!

Photographs of The 13th Anniversary Celebration Of The Adventures of Bibi & Friends at Nikki Beach on 11/14/12

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The 13th Anniversary Celebration Of The Adventures of Bibi & Friends at Nikki Beach on Wednesday, November 14, 2012. We had such an awesome time with great people and an amazing Art Show of The Comic Book Characters Past & Present.

The comic character Art Show will continue as a video satellite show that will be featured at different venues around town before and during Art Basel week. The First Satellite Art Show”Organic Comic Art”  will be held at  Whole Foods Market South Beach on Thursday, November 29th from 7 – 9PM  to benefit The Miami Rescue Mission.

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Photographs by John Christi of Festival of Speed on 10/14/12

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Photographs taken by John Christi from Festivals of Speed Miami Yacht Hop & Motorsports Collection at the Epic Hotel on Sunday, October 14, 2012.

“Festivals of Speed was founded by Joe Sabatini in 2004 as Florida’s premier automotive and luxury lifestyle showcase for discerning enthusiasts with a passion for all forms of transportation.   Now in its eighth year, The Festivals of Speed has expanded to produce a series of successful luxury lifestyle weekends featuring the world’s finest vintage and contemporary automobiles, motorcycles, watercraft, and aircraft placed for display at exclusive venues.  In addition to the motor sports aspect, Festivals of Speed also showcases the world’s finest luxury lifestyle products including, jewelry, fine art, exquisite dining experiences, select wine and spirits, fashion, premier real estate, and more from the newest and most luxurious lifestyle products and services.”

El Portal Little River Celebration & 75th Village Anniversary 12/8/12

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El Portal Little River Celebration & 75th Village Anniversary
Saturday, 12/08/2012, 07:00 am – 05:30 am
LRF_DoorHanger_front_final-11El Portal
8950 NW 2nd Avenue,
El Portal, Florida 33138
RSVP Link

EL PORTAL LITTLE RIVER CELEBRATION SCHEDULE:

• 7 a.m. BIRD TOUR – Meet in front of the school’s main entrance for a one-hour walking bird tour led by Sadri Medina of the Tropical Audubon Society. Come prepared to spot a variety of feathered fauna, from woodpeckers and peacocks to orioles and ospreys. Horace Mann Middle School Main Gate – 8950 NW 2nd Avenue

• 9:30 a.m. HISTORY OF THE RIVER LECTURE – Meet just south of the school to hear a lively history of EL Portal’s Little River told by local professor Hugh Gladwin

• 10:30 p.m. RIVER SERENADE—Bring your canoe or kayak, or register in advance for free use of ours * and proceed with singers and musicians down the Little River for the River Serenade of Native and Afro-Indigenous Song; or appreciate the music as it passes below the NW 2nd Avenue footbridge, the N Miami Avenue bridge or the NE 2nd Avenue bridge. The River Serenade concludes at the Tequesta Mound with a community water blessing at the sacred fire. NW 2nd Avenue foot bridge to the Tequesta Burial Mound – 385 NE 85th Street * LIMITED SPACE- CONTACT littleriverelportal@gmail.com to reserve)

• 12:00-5:30 CONCERT & FAMILY PICNIC- Relax and hear live music, eat, peruse info from local organizations and vendors, learn about South Florida fauna at a native wildlife exhibit, and help celebrate the 75th Anniversary of the Village of El Portal! Horace Mann Middle School Field – 8950 NW 2nd Avenue

Le Petit Papillon Montessori School Hosts “Street Funk” Family-Friendly Art Basel Event 12/7/12

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Le Petit Papillon Montessori School Hosts “Street Funk” Family-Friendly Art Basel Event
Friday, 12/07/2012, 06:00 pm – 08:00 pm
Alec_Miller_6_years-%22Street-Funk%22-2012Le Petit Papillon Montessori School
1021 Biarritz Drive, Miami Beach ,
Miami Beach, Florida 33141
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Le Petit Papillon Montessori School, Miami Beach’s highly renowned Montessori School is thrilled to announce their second annual family-friendly event, “Street Funk,” as a complement to Art Basel (Miami Beach’s internationally acclaimed art show).

Following the tremendous success of last year’s “Dark Side of the Rainbow” showcase, Le Petit Papillon is once again providing an engaging artistic venue for families with children of all ages during Art Basel. The school’s mission is to create an unforgettable evening guaranteed to stimulate children’s senses and expose art appreciation through art and musical expression. Parents and children are invited to walk the enchanting grounds of the campus and observe photography installations, a cinematic documentary on oversize inflatable screens, and literary works by Le Petit Papillon’s savvy toddler, Pre-K and elementary students.

Preview exhibits including “Did You See That Funk” and “Baby Funk,” black and white photography installations; a poetry installation titled “Funk and It’s Junk;” and “Street Funk,” a film capturing student interpretations of funky breaking dancing moves. Students will also take center stage alongside locally renowned Miami street artist Daniel Fila of Krave Art (www.kraveart.com), as part of a live art mural presentation. Plus, enjoy a captivating dance off by Expression of Talent’s Break Dancers, a professional team of entertainers guaranteed to get your feet moving while they dance to the beats of DJ John Bordonaro.

The event is FREE to the public. Gourmet tastings will be served by The Village Stand (www.thevillagestand.com) and SYLTBAR (www.syltbar.com). Families are encouraged to wear funky streetwear attire.

YIN: Yoga In The Nightclub 11/17/12

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YIN: Yoga In The Nightclub
Saturday, 11/17/2012, 07:00 pm – 09:00 pm
Exhale at the Epic Residence + Hotel
270 biscayne blvd way, miami fl, ,
33131, Florida Miami
More Info Link

YIN: Yoga In the Nightclub. A multi dimensional interactive shakti experience with high tech sonics and visual effects
Having rocked the 2012 Bhakti Fest stage and chosen as the poster girl for Shakti Fest 2013, internationally acclaimed yogini/musician/activist Parvati has been featured on Entertainment Tonight and performed at New York’s Madison Square Garden, at London’s Earl Court and at Berlin’s Club Maria.

Parvati is coming to Exhale Miami to share her recent show: a transcendent electronic art experience called “YIN: Yoga in the Nightclub”. YIN brings to life Parvati’s new album of engaging, artful songs that combine dance grooves and luscious soundscapes, featuring traditional Sanskrit chants to the Divine Mother.

Created as a salutation to her beloved yoga community, this album displays Parvati’s musical mastery, with electronic tracks that feel organically alive. Drenched with devotion and rooted in profound yogic understanding, “YIN: Yoga in the Nightclub” embraces the divine feminine and takes devotional music to a whole new level.

Over a backdrop of beautiful lights and nature-inspired videos, Parvati’s enchanting vocals, sparkling costumes and layered sounds share the inspired message that we can meet the Divine everywhere.

Please come to sing along, do some mudras and yoga poses or freely dance in this rare opportunity for a profound experience and see Parvati live. A percentage of proceeds supports Embracing The World.

Guns N’ Roses Guitarist Gilby Clarke To Perform Free At Seminole Casino Coconut Creek 11/23/12

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Guns N’ Roses Guitarist Gilby Clarke To Perform Free At Seminole Casino Coconut Creek
Friday, 11/23/2012, 09:00 pm –
Gilby-ClarkeSeminole Casino Coconut Creek – Nectar Lounge
5550 NW 40th Street,
Coconut Creek, Florida 33073
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Don’t miss Guns N’ Roses guitarist Gilby Clarke when he performs FREE at Seminole Casino Coconut Creek’s Nectar Lounge following an opening by popular blues band Steady Freddy. Taking over for Izzy Stradlin, Clarke toured extensively with the band on their worldwide Use Your Illusion Tour between 1991 – 1993. He also appeared on several Guns N’ Roses albums, including The Spaghetti Incident?, Live Era ’88 – ’91 and Greatest Hits. While a member of the band he was a recipient of the MTV Video Vanguard Award.

Clarke went on to forge a solo career as well, playing guitar with Slash’s Snakepit, Heart, Nancy Sinatra, the Go-Go’s Kathy Valentine, MC5 and even forming his own group Rock Star Supernova with members of Metallica and Mötley Crüe.

Free Art Exhibit Works of Adria Llerena & Chris Riggs 11/16/12

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Free Art Exhibit Works of Adria Llerena & Chris Riggs
Friday, 11/16/2012, 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Adria-LlerenaFrames USA & Art Galllery
6822 SW 40th St ,
Miami, Florida 33155
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Friday, November 16 from 7:00pm to 10:00pm Frames USA & Art Gallery will be hosting an Exhibit featuring the art of Adria Llerena & Chris Riggs. Free Admission, Free Parking, & Free Drinks. For more information please check our Facebook page www.facebook.com/framesusa or call at 305-666-3355.

Free Art Exhibit Works of Nathalia Piedrahita 11/17/12

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Free Art Exhibit Works of Nathalia Piedrahita
Saturday, 11/17/2012, 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Ave-74-Nov-17Ave 74 A Miami Art Gallery
4432 SW 74 Ave,
Miami, Florida 33155
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Saturday November 17 from 7:00pm to 10:00pm Ave 74, A Miami Art Gallery, is hosting a free art exhibit featuring the works of Nathalia Piedrahita. Free Admission, Free Parking, Free Drinks. For more information please visit our Facebook page www.facebook.com/Ave74 or call at 305-666-3355.

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

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

The Miami Classical Guitar Society – 25th Anniversary, Opening Gala Celebration!

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

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

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

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

‘for artists…By Artists’ presents Matachos Art and Attila Lakatoush | 5th Annual Pay It Forward Thanksgiving Drive | Lisa Shaw’s Birthday Bash 11/18/12

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‘for artists…By Artists’ presents Matachos Art & Attila Lakatoush | 5th Annual Pay It Forward Thanksgiving Drive | Lisa Shaw’s Birthday Bash
Sunday, 11/18/2012, 07:00 pm –
faba1118HaVen Lounge
1237 Lincoln Road,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
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The 43rd installment of ‘for artists…By Artists’ presents a digital art exhibition of Matchos Art & a digital art exhibition by Attila Lakatoush.

The objective of ‘for artists……BY ARTISTS’ (www.facebook.com/forartistsByArtists) is to create a social colony for artists from all disciplines of the arts with the focal point being on painters, photographers, designers and sculptors. Utilization of the technology at Haven and maximizing its potential is what sets this weekly exhibition apart from others.
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5TH ANNUAL PAY IT FORWARD THANKSGIVING DRIVE
“NYC HURRICANE SANDY PROVISION EFFORT”

A handful of South Florida businesses have joined forces with ‘for artists…By Artists’ to host the 5th annual “Pay it Forward” Thanksgiving Drive, an event aimed at helping those in need of assistance during Thanksgiving. This year the event has teamed up to help raise funds for “NYC Hurricane Sandy Provision Effort”.
This can be done be directly visiting the link below or by a $5 suggested donation on Sunday November 18th at Haven Lounge.

Please donate:
http://hurricansandyprovisioneffort.chipin.com/hurrican-sandy-provision-effort-part-2
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About Matachos Art

Oscar Reyes nace en Cali, Colombia en 1970. desde temprana edad debido a motivos familiares, cambia frecuentemente de país, teniendo así en su época de formación muchas posibilidades de interactuar con diferentes culturas, despertando en él fascinación por los diferentes tipos de personalidades.
Desde muy joven, dibujaba bosquejos que sólo dejaba a lápiz y que además sólo mostraban la mitad del ro
stro, siempre haciendo énfasis en que todos tenemos un lado oculto que hace parte fundamental de lo que somos.

En el 2002, radicado en Miami, sus diseños encuentran de la mano de Isabel Estrada color, logrando por medio de esta alianza la creación de MATACHOS ART.

Isabel Estrada nacida en Cali, Colombia en 1977, desde muy niña se caracteriza por su favoritismo al arte, el cual la hace viajar a Mexico en busca de oportunidades y educación. Este país, lleno de color y folklore junto con su cultura natal, le dan la inspiración para llenar de alegría y magia los diseños de Oscar, creando así una maravillosa fusión.

De una manera creativa, alegre, probando diferentes tipos de trazos y texturas, y llegando a una aceptación del producto en el medio se ha ido desarrollando MATACHOS ART.

www.MatachosArt.com

About Attila Lakatoush

Ravish femme fatales full of passion, power and pride and exuding self-assurance and worldly knowledge
, these are Attila’s women. Women who know what they want and how to get it, women who control their own destiny. Attila has the ability to capture and dramatize his subjects’ inner sensuality and vulnerability while leaving no question as to who is in charge.

Based in Miami and New York, Attila Lakatoush is a highly gifted and trained artist. His career began at the early age of eight when he was offered a scholarship to study at the Pratt Institute. After completing his training as a top-notch fashion illustrator at the High School of Art and Design and finally the Fashion Institute of Technology, Attila discovered and refined his own style while traveling the world and working with such visionaries as Claude Montane, Vivienne Westwood, John Richmond, And Cynthia Rowly.

Intense and stylized portraits of powerful and seductive women have always been his trademark. Reminiscent of 40’s film icons like Jennifer Jones, Maria Felix, Hedy Lamarr, Marilyn Monroe, Rita Hayworth, Jean Simmons and Eva Gardner. These glamorous women are not the girls next door. Attila paints the mega-diva, strong willed and dramatic ladies who understand what it means to be a woman. They know how to use their wiles how to dress and act well, how to carry themselves with coexisting strength and femininity. Attila’s clients are today’s divas. A list that includes philanthropist/socialites Dorythia Green, actress Lucy Liu, actress Debbie Mazar, Super Model Linda Evangelista, Legend Eartha Kitt, Singer Kylie Minogue, International Super Star Joey Arias, Susanne Bartsch, Patricia Fields and Princess Anisha Sabnani.

Attila has also begun to create images that capture the male image in its masculine form, full of raw virile strength and dominant sexual energy.

Attila’s views on the art are simple yet powerful, classic yet open minded and thoroughly focused on accessibility. He not only does commissioned pieces but has original works and limited edition lithographs on display at his own gallery (Attila Lakatoush Art & Design Studio) in the heart of Miami’s Art District and via the internet.
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Resident Music Composers:

Cales & Mr.Hyde, Umber Bandi-Ville & George Vidal

Celebrating SALTED Music Recording Artist

LISA SHAW’S BIRTHDAY BASH

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ENJOY OUR ARTISTS DINNER SPECIAL PAIRING MENU BY
elit By Stoli…

Dinner Reservations are highly recommended for this event.

elit by Stoli Dinner Pairing/Menu
$40 (Tax and gratuity not included)
RSVP for Dinner: 305.987.8885 or info@havenLounge.com

Mixology by Isaac Grillo

Culinary Cuisine prepared by Chef Todd Erickson

elit by STOLI…Cocktail Creations by Mixologist Isaac Grillo

HOSTED BY: SANDRA GARCIA, ROD PRATT
PROJECTION DESIGN BY: Ricardo Agudelo
CURATED BY: LOLA REYES

14th Annual Delray Beach Garlic Fest 2/8/13-2/10/13

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14th Annual Delray Beach Garlic Fest
garlicfestFriday, Feb. 8th, 2013 … from 4 pm to 11pm – $10
Saturday, Feb. 9th, 2013 … from 11 am to 11pm – $10
Sunday, Feb. 10th, 2013 … from 11 am to 8pm – $10
Downtown Delray Beach
Beginning on North Swinton Avenue and the grounds of the Historical Old School Square
www.dbgarlicfest.com

Nicknamed "The Best Stinkin’ Party in Town" and is a gated event occupying two city blocks in Downtown Delray Beach, on the grounds of Delray Beach Center for the Arts at Old School Square.
 
This three day event features live national act entertainment on the main stage, professional level cooking competitions and demonstrations at our Garlic Chef Stadium, large Childrens area with rides and activities, over 185 exhibitors, full liquor bars and wine garden and of course heavenly garlic goodies available in Gourmet Alley Food Court.
 
The event’s strong commitment to our community is conducted as a fund-raising opportunity for non-profit organizations that staff (over 500 volunteers and 10 organizations).

Main Stage Lineup, Friday, Feb. 8
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm, Fabulous Fleetwoods
8:30 pm – 10:00 pm, National Act being announced Dec. 1st!

Saturday, Feb. 9
12:00 pm – 1:30 pm, Andy Childs 
2:00 pm – 3:30 pm, Killbillies
4:00 pm – 5:30 pm , The Jay Blues Band
6:30 pm – 8:00 pm, Andy Childs Band
9:00 pm -10:30 pm, National Act being announced Dec. 1st!

Sunday, Feb. 10
12:00 pm – 1:30 pm, Andy Childs Band
2:00 pm – 3:30 pm, Captain Reese with Son of Man 
4:00 pm – 5:30 pm, Turnstiles, The Ultimate Tribute to the Music of Billy Joel
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm. The Long Run. Experience The Eagles

Miami short Film Festival 11/24/12-12/1/12

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Miami short Film Festival
Sunday, 11/24/2012, 12:00 pm –
MSFF_Website_HeaderParagon Grove 13
3015 Grand Ave #322,
Coconut Grove, Florida 33133
Webpage Link

The Miami short Film Festival (MsFF) is celebrating its 11th season from November 24 – December 1, 2012 at the Paragon Grove 13, Miami Beach Cinematheque, and other surrounding venues. This year, the festival received more than 700 films from around the world representing over 25 countries, some of them featuring celebrities like Mexican actor Gael Garcia Bernal, “Living Color” star David Alan Grier, Margaret Cho, Kevin Avery, and more. Along with the screenings, there will be multiple seminars, parties, and events all week long. Please visit www.miamishortfilmfestival.com for more information.

South florida natural Hair Beauty & welliness Expo 12/16/12

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South florida natural Hair Beauty & welliness Expo
Sunday, 12/16/2012, 10:00 am – 08:00 am
sf-v2Marriott North
6650 N. Andrews Ave,
Ft Lauderdale, Florida 33309
Webpage Link

Come one come all to celebrate this holiday gala.
This event is to promote natural hair and holistic way of living. We have free workshops,fashion showcase, entertainment, and vendors so you can shop til you drop. We will have hair demonstrations. And much more. This even have your name on it.

DoubleTree by Hilton invites holiday travelers to “Give a Little, Get a Little” with Little Things Project event in Miami 11/15/12

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DoubleTree by Hilton invites holiday travelers to “Give a Little, Get a Little” with Little Things Project event in Miami, Thurs. Nov. 15
Thursday, 11/15/2012, 11:00 am – 05:00 pm
Bayside Marketplace (By Main Entrance Flag Area)
401 Biscayne Boulevard,
Miami, Florida 33132
Facebook Link

DOUBLETREE BY HILTON “LITTLE THINGS PROJECT” PARTNERS WITH SHARE OUR STRENGTH’S NO KID HUNGRY® CAMPAIGN TO ENCOURAGE LITTLE ACTS THAT MAKE A BIG DIFFERENCE THIS HOLIDAY SEASON

Miami residents and travelers alike invited to get a cookie, take a pledge
and help end childhood hunger at nationwide pop-up event experience

WHEN:
Thursday, November 15
11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

WHERE:
Bayside Marketplace (By Main Entrance Flag Area)
401 Biscayne Boulevard
Bayside Marketplace
Miami, FL 33132

WHAT:
As the DoubleTree by Hilton Little Things Project travels across the country to ask people the “little things” that would make a difference when they travel and surprise consumers with some of those “little things,” this holiday season the brand is offering people a chance to give a little something back. DoubleTree has partnered with Share Our Strength’s No Kid Hungry® campaign to encourage little acts that make a big difference to help end child hunger. As part of the nationwide tour, for every person who attends a Little Things Project tour event between November 1 and November 30 and takes the Share Our Strength’s No Kid Hungry® pledge, DoubleTree by Hilton will donate $1 to the No Kid Hungry® campaign*.

Anyone unable to attend the events in person can visit www.facebook.com/doubletree and take the pledge on the Little Things Project tab. One dollar can help connect a child to up to 10 meals.

GIVE A LITTLE, GET A LITTLE
In addition to helping connect children in need to meals and help end childhood hunger, event attendees will get a few “little things” that consumers told us would make traveling a bit brighter, such as:
•Free DoubleTree by Hilton signature chocolate chip cookies – our brand’s legendary icon for warm and welcoming service;
•Free WiFi lounge and Plug-In station where visitors can take a moment to charge cell phones and more;
•Local deals and offers, to provide locals and travelers exclusive bargains while they’re traveling in the city; in Miami, event-goers will receive discount coupons to Jungle Island, Miami’s zoological, interactive theme park, plus $5 Holiday Gift Cards from Publix (while supplies last);
•And DoubleTree by Hilton will continue to listen and deliver those “little things” event attendees are telling us would brighten their days as the tour makes its way from city to city.

In addition to the event experience, Little Things Project ambassadors will be driving a “Swarm Car” throughout the city, asking travelers via Twitter what “little things” would make their holiday travel brighter and surprising some lucky people by fulfilling their request. Need a few supplies for your Thanksgiving Day gathering? A little help covering those pesky airline baggage fees? Consumers can tweet to @DoubleTree with their requests using #LittleThings for the Swarm Car to turn their request into a reality.

People can also follow the journey and submit new “little things” by visiting the DoubleTree by Hilton Facebook Page. Here people can also enter the Little Things Project Sweepstakes to win instant prizes and a $25,000 dream vacation getaway. Additionally, consumers can get an inside peek at tour stops through Instagram using #LittleThings, as well as follow the tour on Twitter (www.twitter.com/doubletree) and YouTube (www.youtube.com/doubletreehotels).

WHY:
DoubleTree by Hilton believes it’s the “little things” that add up to make a great travel experience. The concept isn’t new to DoubleTree by Hilton, which strives to offer the little things that mean everything at more than 300 hotel destinations in 25 countries worldwide.

Since January, the DoubleTree by Hilton Little Things Project has created conversations with travelers via Twitter and Facebook, asking what “little things” would make their travel experience better. Based on responses from over 5,000 consumers – and counting – DoubleTree by Hilton will provide each community with some of the “little things” they requested. Travelers and the general public may visit each tour stop and enjoy the “little things” – or just take a moment to relax from the day’s activities.

WHO:
The Little Things Project team and Miami DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel team members.

*DoubleTree will donate $1 to the No Kid Hungry campaign for every pledge taken between November 1 and November 30th, up to a maximum of $25,000. Gifts made to Share Our Strength and the No Kid Hungry Campaign represent a gift to our organizational mission and will be used to reach the highest number of children facing hunger in America. Share Our Strength does this by combining your gift with others to address child hunger community by community, state by state. Your gift will leverage the time, expertise, and additional funds needed to end childhood hunger once and for all.

** Photography and background information available upon request. **

PhilanthroFest 2013 Launch Party and Fundraiser 11/29/12

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PhilanthroFest 2013 Launch Party and Fundraiser
Thursday, November 29, 2012. 6:00pm-10:00pm
CCE Miami
1490 Biscayne Boulevard
Miami, FL 33132
Suggested Door Donation: $20.00 Benefits PhilanthroFest
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The PhilanthroFest 2013 launch party is a wonderful gathering of philanthropists, business professionals, non-profit staff and volunteers. It includes a sponsored bar, sponsored food, music, raffles and more. Everyone is welcome to attend!

The goal of this event is to promote the upcoming PhilanthroFest 2013, to be held in April of 2013. To raise funds, a small door donation will be requested, as well as lots of fun raffle items. Also, this will provide an excellent networking opportunity for south Florida non-profits and those interested in philanthropy.

Presentations by:
Marianne Maduro of Miami Foundation
Marlon hill

Thank You Sponsors!
CCE Miami
Crepemaker
KIND Healthy Snacks
Hungry Hippos Hoagies
Bocaditos
Mealeo Miami
Exclusive Entertainment Productions, Inc by Milian Enterprises International

Heineken Beer
Iceberg Vodka
Cockspur Rum
EPPA Superfruit Sangria

DJ Hank Justice
Monster Sound Pro
Claridge Hotel

Artists Painting Live
Alan Laird
Rebecca Head
Derek Wilson
Anya Nadal
Exhibit by: Griselda Lechini

Massages by Freshly Squeezed

NON-PROFITS ARE ENCOURAGED TO BRING YOUR PROMOTIONAL MATERIALS
Bring your pamphlets, flyers, cards, etc to place on our “PhilanthroTable”!

Parking/Transit:
*Plenty of metered street parking
*Parking garage at 1415 NE 2nd Ave.
*Across the street from Omni Metromover Station

PhilanthroFest is large-scale community event showcasing and celebrating South Florida philanthropic organizations, community resources and cultural arts. It also includes ongoing educational and networking events.

Kitchen 305 Celebrates Thanksgiving with an Endless Holiday Buffet 11/22/12

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Kitchen 305 Celebrates Thanksgiving with an Endless Holiday Buffet
Thursday, 11/22/2012, 01:00 pm – 06:00 pm
Kamali Burke
16701 Collins Ave.,
Sunny Isles Beach, Florida 33160
Webpage Link

Executive Chef Chris Wong has planned a Thanksgiving dinner designed for families and friends to enjoy at Kitchen 305. A combination of international gourmet cuisine and American holiday favorites, Wong is serving a hearty, all-you-can-eat Thanksgiving feast for $35 per person.

The holiday meal begins with a choice of starters from the cold bar including cranberry and tangerine compote, Sicilian olive salad with artichoke hearts, imported artisanal and domestic cheeses, an assortment of pates and traditional dilled Icelandic gravlax with champagne mustard sauce.

Diners will enjoy a carving station of oven-roasted turkey with Gilbert gravy, clove-studded, Smithfield Ham with maple glaze, prime rib with horseradish mouselline and herb roasted salmon topped with grain mustard cream sauce and salmon caviar.

Turkey day trimmings include spicy andouille and oyster corn bread stuffing and toffee candied yams with pecan glaze and apple cured bacon and walnuts.

An array of confections from apple and pear cobbler with Jack Daniel’s sauce, mini fresh fruit tartlets, flourless chocolate cake and old fashioned pumpkin pies promise to satisfy the sweet tooth.

Celebrate the holidays with the Kitchen 305 family by calling 305-749-2110 for reservations.

A Bitchin’ Evening with Nadia G & Apothic Wines 11/15/12

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A Bitchin’ Evening with Nadia G & Apothic Wines
Thursday, 11/15/2012, 07:00 pm – 09:00 pm
Apothic-Nadia-G.-Evite-Miami-11Awarehouse
550 NW 29th St,
Miami, Florida 33127
RSVP Link

Please join celebrity chef Nadia G of Nadia G’s Bitchin’ Kitchen as she whips up bold bites to pair with the intense flavors of Apothic Wines.

Please RSVP at ApothicNadiaG.eventbrite.com

Space is limited!

MUST BE 21+ AND MUST RSVP TO ATTEND.

First 50 people to arrive will get a free copy of the cookbook Nadia G’s BItchin’ Kitchen: Cookin’ for Trouble.

Ado’s CODE RED Birthday Bash Affair 11/17/12

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Ado’s CODE RED Birthday Bash Affair
Saturday, 11/17/2012, 10:30 pm – 05:00 am
Flyer-Cafeina-AdosBdayCafeina Wynwood Lounge
279 Northwest 23rd Street ,
Miami, Florida 33127
RSVP Link

Mexicanos en Miami & Cafeina Wynwood Lounge
Present
Ado’s CODE RED Birthday Bash Affair

Saturday November 17, 2012 at 10:30 pm.

Join me as I celebrate my 29th Birthday with a special theme…

Red Code Affair. You must wear something Red. For my guests we have special on drinks: $9 Drinks (Smirnoff Vodka, Dewar’s and Jack Daniel’s), also special prices in bottles.

Great venue, outstanding music, drinks and the color of passion, RED! Time for a great celebration, do not miss it.

NO COVER – MUST RSVP
RSVP: http://adosbday.eventbrite.com

Cafeina, known as an intimate sultry lounge, lush garden oasis & event space, tucked away in the heart of the Wynwood Arts District will be hosting Ado’s Birthday Bash RED CODE affair.

Rennie Harris Puremovement Dance Company 11/13/12

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Rennie Harris Puremovement Dance Company
Friday, 11/30/2012, 08:00 pm – 10:00 pm
RHPM_PalmCard_FINAL_Page_1The Colony Theatre
1040 Lincoln Road,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
Webpage Link

Internationally acclaimed dance company, Rennie Harris Puremovement (RHPM) celebrates its 20th anniversary with pure, contagious stage magic presented by Miami Dade College’s (MDC) MDC Live Arts. This troupe of self-taught street dancers turned professional performers is the international ambassador of hip-hop dance, delivering the true essence and spirit of hip-hop as a vital part of the fabric of American society and culture. Using music and story sources from around the globe, Harris revolutionizes contemporary dance by fusing unlikely influences into a powerful theatrical experience. The Village Voice describes their show as: “Hip hop dance to a higher power, in both the mathematical and the metaphysical senses.”

Mutant Beat Supper Club feat. GOODDROID & Patrick Walsh@ WIll Call Miami 11/14/12

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Mutant Beat Supper Club feat. GOODDROID & Patrick Walsh@ WIll Call Miami
Wednesday, 11/14/2012, 10:00 pm – 07:00 am
530825_10100605740672737_1053804387_nWill Call
700 NE 2nd Av,
Miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link

Every Wednesday, Get Weird with
:::MUTANT BEAT SUPPER CLUB:::

This Week:
We welcome Guest DJ:
GOODDROID

Resident DJ
PATRICK WALSH

Celebrating the birthday of JORDAN HURST

Space Boogie • Bumpin’ Re-Edits • Slow Burners
Balearic Gems • Deep Grooves • Italo Jams
Dirty Funk • Wonky Disco • Yacht, Kraut, Psych
& other assorted Rocks

(NO COVER)

DUKE’S 9-BALL TOURNAMENT
with Prizes!

25% OFF ‘In-the-Biz’
after midnight

Will Call | 700 NE 2nd Ave
https://www.facebook.com/WillCallMiami

Bird Road Art Walk 11/17/12

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Bird Road Art Walk
Saturday, 11/17/2012, 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Nov-Bird-Road-Art-WalkBird Road Art District
The Bird Road Art District is conveniently located just off of the Palmetto Expressway (SR 826) and Bird Road (SW 40th Street). The majority of the studios are located off of SW 75 Ave & SW 74 Ave. ,
Miami, Florida 33155
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Public Event · By Bird Road Art District

Saturday, November 17, 2012
7:00pm until 10:00pm

Join us for the Bird Road Art Walk on Saturday, November 17th, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, for an evening of live demonstrations, glass blowing, sculpture, ceramics, stained glass, drawing, painting, photography, installations, performance art, spoken word, poetry, dance, music and meet the artists who create them.

Invite your family and friends. This event is open and free to the public.

Enjoy ample free parking and a free shuttle service that loops continuously throughout the district stopping at each participating artists’ studio and gallery.

Start your Art Walk at any of the participating studios. Click here for listing: http://www.thebirdroadartdistrict.com/Bird-Road-Art-Walk.html

Our 30+ studios are open to the public during the Bird Road Art Walk on the 3rd Saturday of every month from 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm and by appointment all other times.

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

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

The Bird Road Art District is conveniently located just off of the Palmetto Expressway (SR 826) and Bird Road (SW 40th Street), . The majority of the studios are located off of SW 75 Ave & SW 74 Ave, Please check our website website for map and a complete listing of participating artists studios and galleries.

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

Start your art walk at any of the participating spaces:
http://www.thebirdroadartdistrict.com/Bird-Road-Art-Walk.html

MANO Fine Art presents Faded Memory: A Tribute to Operation Pedro Pan 11/17/12

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MANO Fine Art presents Faded Memory: A Tribute to Operation Pedro Pan
Saturday, 11/17/2012, 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
548901_485357634830369_1564458639_n1MANO Fine Art Project Space
4225 SW 75 Ave (2nd Flr),
Miami, Florida 33155
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“Never say goodbye because goodbye means going away and going away means forgetting”. J.M. Barrie, Peter Pan

MANO Fine Art is proud to present Faded Memory: A Tribute to Operation Pedro Pan with works by Humberto Calzada, MANO and Victoria Montoro Zamorano.

Faded Memory is an artistic tribute to Operation Pedro Pan, the 14,000 + Cuban children who were sent to the United States to avoid Castro’s political mandate, the parents who sacrificed and the many that made it possible
. Without question, their story is one of strength, courage and inspiration.

The artists in Faded Memory point to new bodies of work that reflect the myriad of sentiments tied to the heart-wrenching experience of Operation Pedro Pan. MANO’s poignant black and white canvases of children at an airport provoke a sense of lost childhood while Montoro-Zamorano’s brilliant photos of Cuba give way to memories of home and Calzada’s “Havana in Progress” prompts us to the reality of Cuba today.

Collectively, the exhibit beautifully restores a sense of hope and belonging and reminds the viewer that going away does not mean forgetting.

October 23, 2012 marked the 50th anniversary of the last Pedro Pan flight.

About the Pedro Pan Exodus:
Operation Pedro Pan was a program created in response to the thousands of parents in Cuba who feared for their children’s future under Castro. The program provided an opportunity to send Cuban children to the United States (primarily Miami) and avoid political indoctrination and forced encampment. Between 1960 and 1962 over 14,000 children left Cuba alone, most were between the ages of ten and sixteen but some were as young as four years old. October 23, 2012 marked the 50th anniversary of the last Pedro Pan flight. To date Operation Pedro Pan remains the largest exodus of unaccompanied children in the Western Hemisphere.

Learn more about the Operation Pedro Pan Exodus:
http://www.pedropan.org/category/resources
http://www.miami.edu/iccas
https://www.facebook.com/OPPGI

MANO Fine Art Project Space:
MANO Fine Art Project Space is the working studio of Miami-based artist MANO and an exhibition and project space for art related events. MANO Fine Art participates in the Bird Road Art Walk, held on the third Saturday of each month. For more information contact 305.467.6819 or visit http://www.manofineart.com/

Bird Road Art Walk:
The Bird Road Art Walk ( Ranked Miami’s Best Art Walk 2011 by Miami New Times) is held on the third Saturday of each month from 7:00 – 10:00 pm. Located just off of the Palmetto Expressway and Bird Road, visitors will find a thriving community of more than 30 artists’ studios, art galleries, art schools and live stage. During the monthly art walk visitors have the opportunity to meet the artists and visit their studios, which are not normally open to the public.

Something Special Presents “Enbotellarte Miami” Exhibit 11/16/12

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Something Special Presents “Enbotellarte Miami” Exhibit
Friday, 11/16/2012, 10:00 am – 04:00 pm
107.1-Enbottlearte-Miami_Logo-blueTrendy Studio
196 N.W. 24 Street, Miami, FL 33127,
196 N.W. 24 Street,, Florida 33127
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Something Special, a Pernod Ricard brand and one of the world’s most exclusive Scotch whiskeys famed for its diamond-shaped bottle, is celebrating ten years of collaboration with some of Latin America’s most talented artists, with the return of its famed “Enbotellarte” international art competition. The artwork for “Enbotellarte’s” 2012 international art competition will be showcased in the exclusive Miami exhibit, and will also include the special participation of this year’s talented winners.

The theme of this year’s “Enbotellarte” international art competition focused on having participating artists incorporate the iconic, diamond-shaped Something Special bottle into a self portrait or “auto portrayal” of their relationship with the Scotch whisky, using different techniques such as paint, 3D, animation, digital, photography and film, among others. Artists residing in South Florida and six countries in Latin America including: Venezuela, Colombia, Peru, Ecuador, Costa Rica and Guatemala, were invited to submit their entries.

The exhibit is open to the public on Friday, Nov. 16 and Saturday, Nov. 17 from 10 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. at Trendy Studio in Wynwood located at 196 N.W. 24 Street, Miami, FL 33127

The Savoy Hotel Bar and Lounge – Grand Opening 11/30/12

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The Savoy Hotel Bar and Lounge – Grand Opening
Friday, 11/30/2012, 05:00 pm – 12:00 am
The Savoy Hotel
425 Ocean Drive,
Miami, Florida 33139
Webpage Link

The Grand Opening Date has been set for The Savoy Hotel Bar and Lounge in Miami, Florida. On November 30, 2012 The Savoy Hotel will officially open its doors as the newest bar and lounge in South of Fifth.

This event is sure to be nothing short of exciting. DIRRECTCONNECT, a Chicago area entertainment group
will be presenting the event along with The Savoy Hotel staff. The grand opening will begin with happy hour at
5:00 p.m. then main event at 7:00 p.m.; guests will enjoy delectable passed hors doeuvres and signature
cocktails. The evening will also feature music and flowing bubbly provided by Perrier-Jouet. There will be
plenty of time for photo ops as there will be photographers capturing every moment.

Interest in Pinterest for Business 11/27/12

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Interest in Pinterest for Business
Tuesday, 11/27/2012, 06:30 pm – 08:30 pm
276996_156610214393144_115228389_nSeniorBridge
2424 North Federal Highway ,
Boca Raton, Florida 33431
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According to Bizrate Insights recent study, Social Image Sharing and Online Shopping, Pinterest is more often used as a destination for shopping inspiration, tracking, and product discovery. 69% of online consumers who visit Pinterest have found an item they’ve purchased or wanted to purchase as compared to only 40% of online consumers who visit Facebook.

Join Social Media Club Palm Beach County and two of South FL prominent social media expert for a candid discussion about Pinterest for business. Our two experts are:

Tara Husband is the Social Media Director at Edgyco Inc. in West Palm Beach, Florida @TaraHusband

Jeff Cohen, Social Media Director at MDG Advertising, Boca Raton, FL @iamJeffCohen

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Youth Fair Black Friday and Cyber Monday Deals 11/23/12-11/26/12

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Youth Fair Black Friday and Cyber Monday Deals
50% Off Fair Bucks and Savings of Up to 75%. Only Four Days, Black Friday through Cyber Monday, Nov. 23 – 26

To purchase Fair Bucks and other Youth Fair products this Thanksgiving Weekend, visit www.fairexpo.com/thefair . For more information, call (305) 223-7060. This special offer is brought to you by Miami’s Community Newspapers.

In celebration of Thanksgiving’s shopping madness and to kick off its online Advance Discount sales, the Miami-Dade County Youth Fair & Exposition is discounting its Fair Bucks 50% for a limited time.  This special Thanksgiving holiday online promotion takes place from 12:01 a.m. on Friday, November 23rd through 11:59 p.m. on Monday, November 26th.

Fair Bucks allow consumers to purchase 2013 Youth Fair admission tickets, ride and game coupons, Fair food, beverages and other Fair related products and services.  This is the first time The Youth Fair has presented this 50% discount offer to the community.

“Our Fair Bucks 50% off online promotion is an incredible offer for two reasons”, said Bob Hohenstein, newly elected President & CEO.  “It offers the families and guests planning to visit us next spring an easy and convenient way to save money and realize a great family entertainment value.  Also, families taking advantage of the offer support the many student academic, athletic, agricultural and artistic programs the Youth Fair provides year-round in our Miami-Dade community.”

The Miami-Dade County Fair & Exposition, known for generations as The Youth Fair, is a private, not-for- profit organization that has donated well over $10 million in scholarships, awards and cash premiums to Miami-Dade students and is dedicated to supporting education and South Florida agriculture.  The Youth  Fair will take place next spring, March 14-31, 2013.  For more information, please visit www.fairexpo.com  or call (305) 223-7060.

Sawgrass Mills Fashion So Sweet Shopping Party With Special Guest Lauren Tannehill 11/15/12

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Sawgrass Mills Fashion So Sweet Shopping Party With Special Guest Lauren Tannehill
Thursday, November 15, 6 p.m. 
Sawgrass Mills (Fashion Row)
12801 W Sunrise Blvd
Sunrise, FL 33323
www.sawgrassmills.com

A shopping party to celebrate the opening of several new fashion-forward retailers at Sawgrass Mills’ newest phase of development, Fashion Row. Special guest host, Lauren Tannehill, celebrity model and wife of Ryan Tannehill, Miami Dolphins Quarterback, will lead the way for an evening of Fashion So Sweet signature “Sweetinis,” luscious chocolate fountains and other decadent delights, along with the sounds of DJ mixologist Jeremie Moore. Fashion So Sweet will also give local fashionistas a chance to mix and mingle with Lauren Tannehill, as well as top South Florida fashion bloggers, and shop ‘til they drop with a complimentary Sawgrass Mills Coupon Book. 

Sawgrass Mills’ Fashion So Sweet will benefit local not-for-profit organization Emerge Broward, a program of Leadership Broward Foundation.

The Jim Henson Company Brings Pajanimals Live To The Fillmore 3/24/13

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The Jim Henson Company Brings Pajanimals Live To The Fillmore 
PJ_Stage_1Sunday, March 24th, 2013
The Fillmore Miami Beach At The Jackie Gleason Theater
1700 Washington Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33139
www.pajanimalslive.com

Reserved Seat tickets are $34.50 and $29.50 and go on sale Friday, November 16, 2012 at 10AM at LiveNation.com or charge by phone 800-745-3000 and at the Fillmore Box Office during normal business hours (Mon. – Fri., 11AM – 6PM and during show days).

For the first time ever, The Jim Henson Company’s Pajanimals are packing their bags and hitting the road to bring a brand new live musical production to the Fillmore Miami Beach in South Florida on Sunday, March 24th, 2013.  On November 13, a Sprout pre-sale begins along with the opportunity to purchase a special VIP package which includes premium seating and a meet and greet with the Pajanimals. Tickets go on-sale to the general public for most cities beginning November 17 at www.pajanimalslive.com.   

Pajanimals Live: Pajama Playdate is filled with lively music, interactive dance fun and silly adventures all set in the cozy, comfy environment of the Pajanimals world. This fun and nurturing show is designed to introduce kids and families to their first theater experience.  Seen in the U.S. every night on the 24-hour preschool channel Sprout and NBC Kids on Saturday mornings, Pajanimals has quickly become a favorite for preschoolers and their parents so fans of all ages are encouraged to wear their favorite pajamas to the show and join in on the fun.  
 
“Pajanimals is one of our most beloved shows, and families are invited to see these characters live on stage and share a special Pajanimals adventure with Squacky, Cowbella, Apollo and Sweet Pea Sue,” said Lisa Henson, CEO of The Jim Henson Company. “Our team always envisioned the property as a theatrical experience for families everywhere.  We know this new live show will be something that will create a lasting memory.”
 
“Families will be dancing in the aisles and singing the songs along with the Pajanimals. We encourage all children and caretakers to wear their favorite pajamas for an awesome play date with Pajanimals” says Jonathan Shank, executive producer of Pajanimals Live!
 
The Pajanimals are teaming up with CID Entertainment to offer a very special Pajanimals Party Package!  Packages include premium reserved seating in the first 10 rows of the theater, a meet & greet photo opportunity with the Pajanimals in an exclusive party room plus a poster and a VIP laminate.  Enhance your Pajama Playdate experience with this super fun party package!  For more information, visit www.cidentertainment.com/pajanimals.
 
Pajanimals Live: Pajama Playdate incorporates costumes and sets created by The Jim Henson Company. Written by Pajanimals co-creator Alex Rockwell along with, Bradley Zweig (Sid the Science Kid), the live show stars favorite characters including Squacky, Sweetpea Sue, Cowbella and Apollo who sing all of the Pajanimals’ greatest hits as well as new songs created exclusively for the live show. The tour is produced by Red Light Management and will be choreographed and directed by Myles Thorogood.  It is based on the television series created by Alex Rockwell and Jeff Muncy.
 
All dates, acts and ticket prices are subject to change without notice. All tickets are subject to applicable taxes, parking and service and handling charges.

Virginia Key Beach Park First Annual Holiday Fair

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Virginia Key Beach Park First Annual Holiday Fair
GiantGondolaWheelNovember 23 – 25, 2012
Historic Virginia Key Beach Park
4020 Virginia Beach Drive
Key Biscayne, FL 33149
www.virginiakeybeachpark.net

The Virginia Key Beach Park Trust announced the opening of the 1st Annual Holiday Fair to take place from November 23 through the 25th at Historic Virginia Key Beach Park. The fair will host thrilling rides, a fantastic assortment of vendors, musical guests, food and fun for the whole family with their Magic on the Bay Festival.

The Historic Virginia Key Beach Park (HVKBP) Holiday Fair welcomes Magic on the Bay. This art, music, sport and water festival will benefit a series of youth, non-profit organizations such as Aspira of Florida, Belen Jesuit Preparatory School, Udonis Haslem  Children’s  Foundation , Liga Contra el Cancer, Miami Medical Foundation and the Historic Virginia Key beach park.
 
This year’s edition of Magic on the Bay kick off on Friday November 23rd with the fundraiser “Lobster Feast Under the Stars”, a casual, but fantastic dinner party at the HVKBP outdoor VIP Pavillion. The entertainment for the evening will be provided by world-renowned artists Carlos Oliva y los Sobrinos del Juez. Saturday November 24th kicks off with the Rowing Races, Dragon boat Races and Fishing Tournament at the Miami Rowing & Watersports Center. “Noche Tropical”, a fundraising event that will feature a concert by beloved artist Willy Chirino. Sunday rolls around with the Kayak / Stand up Surf Ski Races and the long awaited  “Smokin on the Bay” Pig Roast Competition.

Virginia Key Beach Park was established in 1945 as the only beach for the “exclusive use of Negroes” in Miami Dade County. Its rich history earned it a place in the National Register of Historic Places. The park is managed by The Virginia Key Beach Park Trust, which organizes community fundraising events and activities to provide revenues for the operation and restoration of Historic Virginia Key Beach Park.  Since its creation in 2001, the Trust has raised more than $35 million for the restoration and operation of the Historic Beach Park. These renovations have transformed the once deserted beach into a thriving public recreation venue and regional cultural attraction.

“Through the years since the park’s reopening, we have held many events and taken many initiatives to continue generating revenues for the park,” said Guy Forchion, Executive Director of the Virginia Key Beach Park Trust, “this time we decided to hold an event that would be fun and exciting for families and showcase Historic Virginia Key Beach Park.”

The Historic Virginia Key Beach Park Holiday Fair will be open from November 23rd from noon to 11 pm and November 24th and 25th from 10 am to 11 pm. Entrance to the beach park is located at 4020 Virginia Beach Drive (turn left at the traffic light, across from the Miami Seaquarium). Admission to the Fair is free and open to the public with unlimited rides wristbands for only $25.   There will be a $6 per car entry fee. 

For more information on the 1st Annual Historic Virginia Beach Park Holiday Fair, please call 305.960.4600.

Viernes Culturales / Cultural Fridays 11/30/12

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Viernes Culturales / Cultural Fridays
Friday, November 30, 2012, 7 – 11 pm
124Domino Park
804 SW 15th Avenue
Miami, Fl 33135
Art Gallery:      Viernes Culturales
1637 SW 8th St.
Miami, Fl 33135

A monthly arts & culture street festival and gallery stroll in Little Havana’s cultural district. Take the free walking tour of Little Havana with legendary local historian Dr. Paul George, artist fair with local painters, sculptors and artisans along Calle Ocho (SW 8th Street) between 12th and 17th Avenues, and a variety of galleries and local-owned restaurants. Takes place the last Friday of the month!      www.culturalfridays.org    www.facebook.com/vcmiami   www.twitter.com/@vcmiami
Un festival mensual de arte y cultura y un paseo a través de las galerías del distrito cultural de la Pequeña Habana. Tome un tour de la Pequena Habana gratuito con la compañía del legendario historiador,  Dr. Paul George, una feria artística con pintores locales, escultores y artesanos a lo largo de la Calle Ocho (SW 8th St.) entre las avenidas 12 y 17, y una gran variedad de galerías y restaurantes locales. El evento toma lugar el último viernes de cada mes. www.viernesculturales.org

Domino Plaza, at SW 15th Ave & 8th St.
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 Academy
Come enjoy a performance by members of this arts and dance academy for children from 3 to 12 years old.   Artevivo will delight us with an array of dances and artistry showcased by these talented children. Artevivo Art School  is committed to providing an excellent dance program in a safe, family-oriented environment.
Where: Domino Plaza
When: 7:30 – 8:00 pm

Belen Jazz Band

The Belen Jazz Band was founded in 2007 by Maestro, Marlene Urbay.
Celebrating its fifth year the Belen Jesuit Jazz Band launched their first CD featuring American & Latin Jazz standards in September.  The Jazz Band is integrated into the curriculum of the school and is treated as a subject; a student receives credit and a grade. Since its inception, the band has participated annually in the Disney Music Festival and won gold in 2010 and 2011. Other awards of distinction have been:  Best in Class (2010), Best Soloist (2011) at the Disney Music Festival and winning Perfect Score at the Miami Youth Fair in 2009. In April of 2012, the Jazz Band made their first appearance at Orlando Fest in Universal Orlando and won Silver.
Where: Domino Plaza
When: 8:00 pm to 8:45 pm

Walking Tour of Little Havana
This month’s tour features 1. A walk to Conch Hill, a onetime Bahamian enclave ;2. A look at St. Peter and Paul Church and school, and its story: 3. A stroll along Cuban Memorial Blvd., and a looks at 3 homes built in 1914; 4. A look at the Cuban prisoner home and reception on the Blvd.; 5. A look and explanation of 3 classic Bungalow-styled homes; 6. A look at a synagogue that is now an Hispanic Baptist church!!
Where: Meet in front of the Tower Theater (1508 SW 8th St.)
When: 7 pm

And much more.

Free Trolley Service
The City of Miami takes you to Viernes Culturales! The free Miami Trolley will be leaving from the Mary Brickell Village and the Brickell Metrorail/Metromover Station to the heart of the Viernes Culturales festival every 15 minutes.

Viernes Culturales is made possible with the support of our sponsors:
The James L. Knight Foundation, The Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs, The Cultural Affairs Council, The Miami-Dade County Mayor and
Board of County Commissioners.

Enjoy Thanksgiving at Kitchen 305 11/22/12

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Enjoy Thanksgiving at Kitchen 305
Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 22, 2012, 1p.m. to 6p.m.
Kitchen 305
at Newport Beachside Hotel & Resort
16701 Collins Ave.
Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160
For reservations, please call 305-949-1300

Executive Chef Chris Wong has planned a Thanksgiving dinner designed for families and friends to enjoy at Kitchen 305. A combination of international gourmet cuisine and American holiday favorites, Wong is serving a hearty, all-you-can-eat Thanksgiving feast for $35 per person.
 
The holiday meal begins with a choice of starters from the cold bar including cranberry and tangerine compote, Sicilian olive salad with artichoke hearts, imported artisanal and domestic cheeses, an assortment of pates and traditional dilled Icelandic gravlax with champagne mustard sauce.
 
Diners will enjoy a carving station of oven-roasted turkey with Gilbert gravy, clove-studded, Smithfield Ham with maple glaze, prime rib with horseradish mouselline and herb roasted salmon topped with grain mustard cream sauce and salmon caviar.
 
Turkey day trimmings include spicy andouille and oyster corn bread stuffing and toffee candied yams with pecan glaze and apple cured bacon and walnuts.
 
An array of confections from apple and pear cobbler with Jack Daniel’s sauce, mini fresh fruit tartlets, flourless chocolate cake and old fashioned pumpkin pies promise to satisfy the sweet tooth.
 
Celebrate the holidays with the Kitchen 305 family by calling 305-949-1300 for reservations.

Underwater Festival at Miami Science Museum 12/1/12-12/2/12

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Underwater Festival at Miami Science Museum
Saturday, Dec. 1 and Sunday, Dec. 2, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
underwater fest adMiami Science Museum
3280 South Miami Avenue
Miami, FL 33129
www.miamisci.org

Free with paid Museum admission. ONLY screenings: $8 per adult and $6 for children. Parking is free.
To reserve for the COSEE/NSF-sponsored event, please see our event website for more details.

Miami Science Museum’s 2nd Annual Miami Underwater Festival to Feature Prize-Winning Films, Fish On Display, Kids’ Activities And More

Miami Science Museum is collaborating with Festival Mondiale de l’Image Sous-Marines (World Festival of Underwater Images) from France to present its 2nd Annual Miami Underwater Festival. Highlighting a selection of prize-winning films from the 39th Festival Mondiale de l’Image Sous-Marines, the festival will showcase renowned artistic, photographic and cinematographic productions related to the underwater world. Films will be shown in French, English and/or Spanish.
 
Activities throughout the festival will include a special airing of a film by Ted Caplow (Fish Navy Films) on Saturday December 1st in the afternoon, special airings of WPBT’s Changing Seas episodes, special guest speakers, live fish, marine-themed kid-friendly activities, and much more.
 
On Saturday, Dec. 1 from 10:00am until 12:00pm, the Museum will offer a French breakfast along with French films as part of French Week and in collaboration with the French Consulate. The breakfast and screenings are included with admission.
 
Also on Saturday, Dec. 1 from 6:30pm until 8:30pm, the Museum will present a Centers for Ocean Science Education Excellence (COSEE) Florida/National Science Foundation sponsored event, showcasing films from the Beneath the Waves Film Festival founded by local graduate students from the University of Miami’s Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science.  Reservations are required for this event.
 
Marko and Shelly Dimitrijevic, founders of the Miami Underwater Festival, have worked diligently to bring the best of the original festival to South Florida audiences.

Will Call presents Madonnarama Post-Madonna concert party 11/19/12

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Will Call presents: Madonnarama!!! Post-Madonna concert party!!!”
Monday, 11/19/2012, 07:00 pm – 07:00 am
276983_496371390396670_346059169_nWill Call
700 NE 2nd Ave,
Miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link

What an event!!! No cover!!!

two nights of fun! 11/19 and 11/20!

Complimentary Smirnoff cocktail with Ticket Stub

Smirnoff girls sampling flavors from 7-8pm

Come in you best Madonna costume and win a Free Bartab!

Live performance by Robert Elias & the Revenge doing a Madonna Tribute w some very special guests!
https://www.facebook.com/roberteliasmusic?fref=ts

LIKE A VIRGIN Smirnoff drinks are $8 all night

James Woodley photo show 12/1/12

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James Woodley photo show
Saturday, 12/01/2012, 06:00 pm – 09:00 pm
J.-woodley-%22punch%22Group-X-Fit
3137 Commoodore plaza,
miami, Florida 33133
Facebook Link

Join us December 1st at Group-X-Fit as we showcase local photographer James Woodley.

London born James Woodley moved to Miami in 2009. He found his new challenge in photography with a new skyline and available natural lighting, the subject matter and backdrop to produce images that matched as close as possible to his imagination.

in the fast pace of Miami he realized his passion was freezing motion & action with a camera, to capture things that happen in the blink of an eye. Moments that happen too quickly too see, yet are too important to miss.

He also developed a fascination with people in his street photography. The ability to immortalize someone in an image is a powerful one, but to capture them when they’re not aware they are being seen. When they are natural, their pose and expression unaffected by the camera and its ability to heighten the feeling of self-consciousness.

The aim of his work is to show us the beauty in what we usually fail to see as the world rushes by us.

Group X Fit
3137 Commodore Plaza
Coconut Grove, Fl 33133
Phone: 305-444-3184

check out his facebook page below

https://www.facebook.com/Photogenpix?fref=ts

Miami Based Pop Artist Miguel Paredes Art Basel 2012 Events 12/5/12

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Miami Based Pop Artist Miguel Paredes Art Basel 2012 Events
Wednesday, 12/05/2012, 12:00 pm – 11:00 pm
inviteMiguel Paredes Fine Art Gallery
173 NW 23rd St. ,
Miami, Florida 33127
Webpage Link

Miguel Paredes, Miami based pop artist and New York native, will be exhibiting a new series of art with fellow artist, long time friend and mentor, Ronnie Cutrone. Paredes and Cutrone have spent the past months working together on this collaboration in Cutrone’s private studio located just outside New York City in time to debut through several events taking place during Art Basel Miami 2012.

The collaborative collection includes 5 paintings where Paredes has incorporated his style on Cutrone’s animated pieces of famed characters like Woody the Woodpecker and Felix the Cat. The two have also joined forces to re-imagine Cutrone’s most prized series of works the “Supermodels Suite” by combining different styles such as Street, Pop, and Anime. The series was created in 1997 and features top models from the era such as Naomi Campbell, Cindy Crawford, Elle McPherson and Claudia Schiffer and will be on display in Miguel Paredes Gallery during Art Basel, priced at $10,000 and up.

In addition to the collaborative pieces with Cutrone and his own original collection “Culture In A Bag”, Paredes will also showcase various works from Gruce Lurie Gallery and LAB ART Gallery, the largest art gallery in the nation dedicated to street art. Artwork by eight of LAB ART’s artists including Alec Monopoly, AJL, Louis XXX, Thank You X, Benjamin Alejandro, Mar, Gregory Siff and Skylar Grey.

The 6,000 square foot gallery in Miami’s Wynwood Arts district will be open for public viewings every day starting Dec.5th-9th from noon – 5pm with special events nightly from 7pm – 11pm each evening.

The kick-off event vernissage, to launch the “New, Used & Abused,” 2012 exhibit will be on December 5th from 8-11 pm, with a ‘throw-back’ feeling of 1980’s New York City,” the time and place when both Paredes and Cutrone were honing their crafts. Guests will enjoy cocktails by Pernod Absinthe, Alibi Whiskey & Wodka Vodka and music by DJ Ari X. Following the gallery event, guests, fans and collectors are invited to an after-party reception to be held at Riccochet Lounge in Midtown.

In addition to the daily events at the Wynwood Gallery, Paredes will also showcase his work at his store-front pop-up gallery the entire month of December at 412 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach from 1pm-1am.

Paredes’ work will also be featured at the Red Dot Art Fair Miami from December 4th-9th with Bruce Lurie Gallery, as well as at the Moore Building in the Design District on November 20th, as part of TigerDirect Holiday Technology Bash.

The 3rd Anniversary of Nikki Beach Miami What Women Want 11/17/12

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The 3rd Anniversary of Nikki Beach Miami What Women Want
Saturday, November 17, 2012 | 7 PM
whatwomenwantNikki Beach Miami Beach
One Ocean Drive
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
Open to the public.
RSVP Online for a complimentary glass of Nicolas Feuillatte champagne

The evening will feature a full runway show presenting the 2013 Resort Collection from Zeki and feature Sweet treats by Savvylicious Sweets; Nespresso coffee samples; fitness tips, reflexology and hand scrubs by Equinox Fitness Center & Spa;  trending tips by MANLIFY, the exclusive network for men, providing tips on style, and all things manly, and sounds by DJ and International Model Miss Tara.

Gentleman Jack Art, Beats and Lyrics at LMNT during Art Basel Miami 12/5/12

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Gentleman Jack Art, Beats and Lyrics @ LMNT during Art Basel Miami
Wednesday, December 5, 2012, 7:00pm until 12:00am
jackablLMNT
55 NW 36 Street
Miami, Florida 33127
Facebook Link

This is a free event with an open bar. RSVP Required.
Text "Miamiabl" To 68405 to RSVP
www.gentlemanjackabl.com

Gentleman Jack’s Art, Beats + Lyrics is an explosion of creativity and originality; a traveling art exhibition that infuses various mediums to produce a one night event that ignites the inner desire for innovation and freshness GJ AB+L, strives to bring to the masses a platform in which emerging artists are showcased with veterans deeply rooted in their craft to give the audience a first-hand and unfiltered art/music experience.

Words & Wine at Grand Central Featuring Orange Flight & Apollo Mars 11/14/12

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Words & Wine at Grand Central Featuring Orange Flight & Apollo Mars
Wednesday, 11/14/2012, 09:00 pm – 02:00 am
wnwGrand Central Annex
697 North Miami Ave.,
Downtown Miami, Florida 3136
Facebook Link

I am very pleased to announce that Words & Wine is once again on the move and we have found a new place to jam out. This upcoming Wednesday we will be at the Annex (downstairs) of Grand Central. Come join us for Jams, Poetry, Drums and an epic evening full of good times

Hosted By: JOHNNY FAMA & ALVARO RAMIREZ III

Featuring Orange Flight & Apollo From Mars

Special Appearance by Cuban Artist X Alfonso

This will be a bit different from THE JAM HOUSE. It will be NO COVER and the venue is 21 and over.

Drink Specials Will be:

Early Night Bird Special from 10-11p to be announced soon
4 $ Pbr’s (tax and tip included)
8 $ Pbr and Jameson Shot (tax and tip included)

Again NO COVER

NO OUTSIDE DRINKS!! WE WILL HAVE AWESOME DRINK SPECIALS AVAILABLE EACH EVENT.

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

We got plenty of space for Musicians, Poets, and yes DRUMMERS!
All we ask is that you respect the venue.

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

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

Any questions please call Nikki 786 529 5218 or 786 728 4748

Canned Food Drive at Blue Martini Brickell 11/14/12

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Canned Food Drive at Blue Martini Brickell
Wednesday, 11/14/2012, 05:00 pm – 09:00 pm
BLUE-MARTINI-FOODDRIVE-nov14-jpgBlue Martini Brickell
900 South Miami Avenue #250 ,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link

Blue Martini Brickell will be hosting a canned food drive on Wednesday, November 14th from 5pm-9pm. Each guest who brings 5 food cans or donates $10 will receive their first drink from the bar FREE.

Greater Miami & The Beaches Hotel Association’s 2nd Annual Hospitality Leadership Awards 11/27/12

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Greater Miami & The Beaches Hotel Association’s 2nd Annual Hospitality Leadership Awards
Tuesday, 11/27/2012, 06:30 pm – 09:00 pm
2nd_hospitality_leadership_awardsIntercontinental Miami
100 Chopin Plaza,
Miami, Florida 33131
Webpage Link

The Greater Miami & The Beaches Hotel Association (GMBHA) will recognize and honor outstanding managers of the various hotel departments in Miami-Dade. The event will attract hotel managers, hospitality partners and allied upgrade members.

The awards will cover the entire range of hotel management functions including General Manager, Food & Beverage, Human Resources, Engineering, Front Desk, Banquets, Sales & Marketing, Recreation, Housekeeping, Steward, Finance, Recreation and Security.

About the GMBHA:
The Greater Miami & The Beaches Hotel Association is a membership organization comprised of hoteliers and allied members across Miami-Dade County. The association’s goal is to promote the interest of its members through advocacy, education and partnerships and advance Miami as the visitor’s destination of choice. The GMBHA’s calendar of events includes monthly hotelier’s breakfast series and networkers as well as luncheons featuring top leaders and educators in the hospitality industry. For the past 18 years, the GMBHA has recognized exceptional hotel employees and hotel members during its annual Inn Key Awards ceremony. For more information, visit gmbha.com or call (305) 531-3553.

Tour and Tasting of Essensia’s Organic Chef’s Garden 11/14/12

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Tour and Tasting of Essensia’s Organic Chef’s Garden
Wednesday, 11/14/2012, 05:00 pm –
Essensia’s Organic Chef’s Garden
3025 Collins Ave,
Miami Beach, Florida 33140
Webpage Link

Join Chef Julie Frans for a private tour and tasting of Essensia’s Organic Chef’s Garden at The Palms Hotel & Spa. Hosted every Wednesday at 5:00 p.m., guests are welcome to attend the tour, which will commence in the sandy area in front of the garden’s entrance. Chef Julie will identify the organic produce, herbs and greens in the garden and prepare tasting utilizing ingredients from the garden.

Currently, Essensia’s Organic Chef’s Garden features many interesting herbs, such as thai basil, lemon basil, african blue basil, lemon balm, lemon grass, pineapple mint, tarragon, kaffir lime, lavender, and orange mint, as well as tomatoes, edible flowers, and garden greens like chard, collards, and kale. Ingredients are picked daily and used in our delicious Essensia recipes including our Grouper En Pappillote featuring Lemongrass and Thai basil, Seared Salmon with Lemon Balm Pesto, and “The Local” Vegetarian Sampler featuring garden herb chimicurri and the chef’s pick of local veggies. The herbs and produce grown will change from time to time according to the seasons.

Through the complimentary weekly garden tour and tasting, Chef Julie hopes to connect with guests in an effort to enhance their overall experience with food and life. You might even pick up a few tips and techniques on cooking, growing, gardening, and whole living. For more information, please call Essensia at 305.908.5458.

Starting November 7, every Wednesday at 5:00 p.m.

Essensia’s Organic Chef’s Garden
The Palms Hotel & Spa – 305.908.5458
3025 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33140 www.thepalmshotel.com

Essensia Restaurant follows a farm-to-table philosophy, offering a seasonal selection of wholesome global cuisine with emphasis on premium local and sustainable ingredients. Working with local farmers and carefully selected purveyors, Essensia’s menu features healthful and flavorful dishes made with produce, meats and seafood primarily sourced from within the State of Florida. Essensia’s exclusive wine list is committed to being sustainable, organic or biodynamic and has been selected for sharing Essensia’s mission to be good for you and the environment. For restaurant reservations, please call 305.908.5458 or visit www.essensiarestaurant.com.

Beauty Bash A Fashion And Entertainment Event Comemorating World Aids Day To Benefit Local Hispanic-Latino Lgbtq Rights Group Unity Coalition – Coalicion Unida 12/1/12

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Beauty Bash A Fashion And Entertainment Event Comemorating World Aids Day To Benefit Local Hispanic-Latino Lgbtq Rights Group Unity Coalition -Coalicion Unida
BeautyBashDec12012Saturday, December 1, 2012 9 PM to Midnight   
Kyma Lounge at the Epic Hotel
270 Biscayne Boulevard
Miami FL

Admission is FREE just RSVP in advance on Facebook at: De Fabulous Beauty and Fashion Event with a Cause World Aids Day

Beauty Bash: Now Is a Tomorrow for Everyone. An evening of Fashion, Beauty & Entertainment
To benefit UC|CU South Florida Latino|Hispanic|LGBTQ organization

Looking & dressing fierce under the Miami moon and glitz on Saturday December 1st – World AIDS Day – all while drinking, dancing and bidding on amazing stuff, has never been for a better cause. 

Beauty Bash – Now Is a Tomorrow for Everyone is a special night of Unity, Fashion, Beauty and Entertainment that will support the efforts of South Florida’s Unity Coalition|Coalición Unida (UC|CU) – a local non-profit dedicated to leadership, equality and rights for the Latino|Hispanic LGBTQ community.

Sponsored by industry greats De Fabulous, Miami Beach Beauty Show and SFG Magazine, this special event will feature Celebrity Fashion Designer Tanya Marie presenting her latest Fashion Week Collection. Masters of Ceremony will be the incredibly beautiful Gianina Acevedo, our Miss South Florida 2013, and the equally handsome Dr. Ivan Rusilko, Author of the Winemakers Dinner and Mr. USA.

This benefit event is free to attend, with complimentary cocktails from 9- 10 PM, a fashion show, silent auction, giveaways and live entertainment throughout the night.

“We are proud to put on this magical night for all, and especially to be helping out the Unity Coalition|Coalicion Unida, the first & only organization for the So. Fla. Latino|Hispanic|LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning) Community” Said event co-host & producer Edward J Oberle Lopez. Proceeds from the silent auction, raffle and red ribbon sales, along with donations, will provide much needed revenue to UC|CU, advancing Equality since 2002. “The work of UC|CU is 100% funded by events & private donations, and they are 100% staffed & managed by volunteers. Everything that comes in, goes right back out for programming, leading & assisting the LGBTQ community. I am thrilled to be helping UC|CU out, while glamming up Miami even more” added event co-host Nicol Pindelea.

DAG Presents Secret Societe at Gavanna Miami 11/16/12

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DAG Presents Secret Societe at Gavanna Miami!
Friday, 11/16/2012, 11:00 pm –
facebook_1227085213Gavanna Miami
10 NE 40th St,
Miami, Florida 33137
Webpage Link

SECRET SOCIETE

:::::: FRIDAYS AT GAVANNA MIAMI :::::

Lights, music, freedom and all the things in between are what makes Gavanna what it is, a place where vibe dictates a night, that is lived without boundaries. Born from the simple idea that enjoying the pleasures of life shouldn’t have to be complicated and might take you away from the masses, into the sophistication that Design District hides.

Say RICK C at the door for Complimentary Admission before 12AM!

Sounds by
DJ NIKOLAS
& ANDRES PUERTA

GAVANNA MIAMI
10 NE 40TH St, Miami, FL

The Beacon Council and Art for a Better World Access Breakfast and Sneak Preview of 100 Warhols 12/5/12

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The Beacon Council and Art for a Better World Access Breakfast and Sneak Preview of 100 Warhols
286Wednesday, December 5 at 8:30am
NW 34th Street and Buena Vista Avenue
Miami, Florida 33127

RSVP at beaconcouncil.com/events
Members: $20, Non-members: $30
No refunds.

The Beacon Council, in partnership with Art for a Better World, invites you to a special Access breakfast and sneak preview of: 100 Warhols

Join us for Overture Miami 2012. Take a special private tour of this exhibition, which comes to us during Art Basel Miami Beach. The economic impact of Miami-Dade County’s arts and cultural industry is $922 million every year.

Sizzling hot Industry Tuesdays at Wonderland Miami 11/13/12

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Sizzling hot Industry Tuesdays @Wonderland Miami!
Tuesday, 11/13/2012, 11:00 pm – 06:00 am
Wonderland-273-7401Wonderland Miami
7770 Biscayne Blvd,
Miami, Florida 33138
Webpage Link

Rick C Presents

Sizzling hot Industry Tuesdays @Wonderland Miami!

All my guests receive complimentary admission until 1am!
Text first and last name along with number of guests to

***786 303 2787 or 786 273 7401***

Rick C
VIP host
Wonderland Miami
786 303 2787 / 786 273 7401
Twitter @hmc2575
Instagram @hmc2575

Feed a Fever- Starve a Tumor Fundraiser 11/16/12

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Feed a Fever- Starve a Tumor
Friday, November 16,  2012, 6:30 pm to 10pm
lampidisThe Mayfair Hotel and Spa
3000 Florida avenue
Coconut Grove, Florida

Valet parking is available at the Mayfair hotel $5.

The Lampidis Foundation will be hosting their first fundraiser," Feed a Fever- Starve a Tumor"

Signature cocktails, tapas, great raffle prizes, auction items and wonderful parting gifts for the ladies
This fund raising event not only will be raising money for research, it also raises awareness to   ensure the continuity of Dr. Lampidis’ groundbreaking research effort for the good of mankind.

At this critical point, The Lampidis Foundation need to build a fund of $6 million that will support Dr. Lampidis research laboratory over the next ten years and to raise another $4 million to $6 million to bring these findings to clinical trial and eventually to production and direct delivery to patients.

Theodore Lampidis,Ph.D has devoted his scientific life to understanding the complexities of tumor cell biology and the mechanisms by which cancers become resistant to treatment  in hope of finding a common trait among all tumors that will allow for universal targeted treatment.  His years of scrupulous work have paid off; he has identified a metabolic process that is common to all tumors and he is working with his colleagues to develop treatment delivery methods. 

The overall goal of Dr. Lampidis’ work is to provide the preclinical data required to expand the clinical application of 2-DG from solely using it to kill the cells found in the hypoxic regions of solid tumors to targeting the entire tumor regardless of its environmental conditions, i.e. oxygen levels. The broader significance of his ideas is to use 2-DG to directly take advantage of selective glucose uptake in tumor vs. normal tissues, which presents the long-sought-after possibility of attacking a fundamental target common to all tumors.
 
  Dr. Lampidis illustrates the idea behind his work with the ease of a practiced teacher:  "This works just like the Atkins diet.  When you lower carbohydrates, you burn fats and proteins.  When you remove oxygen, these hard-to treat tumor cells cannot burn fats or proteins; blocking sugar metabolism with 2-DG  literally starves them to death."

Beacon Council Key Ceremony and Holiday Reception 11/11/12

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Beacon Council Key Ceremony and Holiday Reception
Tuesday, December 11, 2012, 6pm Registration
Vizcaya Museum & Gardens
3003251 South Miami Avenue
Miami, Florida 33129

Tickets via www.beaconcouncil.com/events
Members: $60
Non-members: $75

Join Miami-Dade County Mayor Carlos A. Gimenez, County Commissioners, local elected officials, and The Beacon Council as we honor companies that have located or expanded here in the past year.

Companies to be recognized at this year’s Key Ceremony:
Apex Fund Services
Art Focaccia
ASA Institute of Business & Computer Technology
Avadora USA
Banah International
BBVA Compass
Blooming Events International
Chopard Marketing Services
CleanClean
Cosas International
eGENTIC
First Take Studios
Green Gallon Solutions
HControl Holdings
Interfood
Lyoness Management Americas
Miami Open City Tour
Miami Tech
OHL USA
Orso Industries
SABMiller Latin America
SICE
The Mantha Group/dba INDIRA
Total Bank
Univision Networks

Artist Talk By Martin Casuso–Fiber Art Sculpture and Installation Art 11/20/12

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ARTIST TALK by MARTIN CASUSO–Fiber Art Sculpture & Installation art
Tuesday, 11/20/2012, 06:30 pm – 08:00 pm
UM1Broward North Regional/BC Library
1100 Coconut Creek Boulevard,
Coconut Creek, Florida 33066
Facebook Link

Casuso is a Cuban-American artist based in Miami.
With its origins in mainstream craft, his work involves
a deliberate shift from decorative home-based crafts to
conceptual works of art. His medium is a combination
of products, fiber and thrift store goods, handled in a
nostalgic way that shows layers of labor, representing
the ephemeral nature of our lives and the transitory
nature of value.

Location: Broward North Regional Library, Room 154 (Auditorium)
1000 Coconut Creek Blvd. Coconut Creek, FL 33066

This lecture is part of a series, presented by Broward College North Campus Fine Arts department and Student Life.
PLEASE SAVE THE DATES For the next Talks in this series:

Tuesday, January 29, 2013 at 6:30pm
KLAUDIO RODRIGUEZ, Assistant Curator at The Frost Art Museum at Florida International University

Wednesday February 20th, 2013 at 6:30pm
JAMES BRUTUS | Figurative Painting – In conjunction with Black History

Tuesday March 19th, 2013 at 6:30pm
JIM DRAIN | Sculpture & Installation art using recycled materials

Wednesday April 24th, 2013 at 6:30pm
FEDERICO URIBE | Found / repurposed object sculpture – Earth Week

Organized by Lisa Rockford, Assistant Professor

Art Fest: One day Art Sale and Exhibition 11/20/12

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ART FEST: One day Art Sale & Exhibition
Tuesday, 11/20/2012, 11:00 am – 06:00 pm
ArtFest_PressRelease-2Broward North Regional/BC Library
1100 Coconut Creek Boulevard,
Coconut Creek, Florida 33066
Facebook Link

The Art Club of Broward College North Campus presents the First Annual ART FEST.
This daylong event, features festivities which are free to the public, celebrating the visualarts and the art of talented Broward College students working in all disciplines.

Student Art Exhibition & Affordable Art Sale
An exhibition of two and three-dimensional works will be on display throughout the day presenting a spectrum of media and disciplines used by talented new and veteran artists currently working within the college’s Fine Arts Dept. Works will include visually stimulating paintings, drawings and design and ceramics ranging from purely sculptural to functional items like mugs, cups, bowls and other great
holiday present ideas. A collaborative art installation will also be on display which visitors can take part in.

Live Art Demonstrations, Food & Beverage Sale
One of our featured artists is Elisa Cresse, an advanced ceramics student who combines wheel throwing with hand building and finely crafted organic details. Her ambitious forms, influenced by nature, are often functional, including sculptural water fountains as part of her repertoire. Elisa will be doing a live wheel throwing demonstration. Other students will paint and draw for the public’s viewing pleasure.
Food and beverages will also be for sale. All proceeds from this and a portion from art sales will raise funds for future Art Club activities and events.

Artist Talk by Martin Casuso 6:30pm | Library Auditorium
Fiber Art Sculpture & Installation art
The celebration will culminate with a talk by acclaimed professional artist Martin Casuso at 6:30.
Casuso is a Cuban-American artist based in Miami. With its origins in mainstream craft, his work involves a deliberate shift from decorative home-based crafts to conceptual works of art. His medium is a combination of products, fiber and thrift store goods, handled in a nostalgic way that shows layers of labor, representing the ephemeral nature of our lives and the transitory nature of value.

Destination Plymouth Rock 11/17/12

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DESTINATION PLYMOUTH ROCK
Saturday, 11/17/2012, 10:00 pm – 05:00 pm
541277_203872543080737_1879323595_nHaven South Beach
1237 Lincoln Road,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
Webpage Link

Just several days away before we celebrate Thanksgiving early when DESTINATION Saturdays takes off for Plymouth Rock…this event you do not want to miss, since the last 4 have been incredibly packed. Come check out resident Kristian Caro and Dave Brookes on Violin this Saturday November 17….We encourage all sexy Indian and Pilgrim Costumes for that night as well. Try the new Fall Menu for dinner and stay to party, during the hottest new event that has taken over Miami Beach. Music begins at 10pm, for dinner or table reservations book with us at 306-987-8885.

Experience Authentic West African Yoruba Sacred Bata Dance And Drum With Osundara 11/18/12

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EXPERIENCE AUTHENTIC WEST AFRICAN YORUBA SACRED BATA DANCE AND DRUM WITH OSUNDARA
Sunday, 11/18/2012, 06:00 pm – 08:00 pm
Osundara-lands-in-MiamiSerenity Room
221 W Hallandale Beach Blvd Hallandale FL, 33009,
221 W Hallandale Beach Blvd Hallandale FL, 33009, Florida Hallandale
RSVP Link

Every Sunday 6-8 pm

E KAABO (WELCOME)

YORUBA BATA LANDS IN MIAMI FL

ONGOING SUNDAY COMMUNITY CLASSES

EXPERIENCE AUTHENTIC WEST AFRICAN YORUBA SACRED BATA DANCE AND DRUM WITH OSUNDARA

Come and explore sacred rhythmic journey to Yoruba Land Nigeria West Africa
Community Builders HDC, Serenity Room and OsunDara Yorùbá Dance Theater presents . . .

Featuring:
Prince Aderele {Int’l Artist in Residence at the Osun’s Village and African Caribbean Cultural Arts Corridor}

Schedule:
Introduction to the Sacred Yorùbá Bàtá Dance and Drum
Song
Dance & Drumming
Yoruba Language

Dress Code: Wear comfortable workout attire, bare feet, black leotard or biker’s shorts, tank top or fitted T-Shirt, African Wrapper, Small Notebook, Hair must be neatly pulled away from the face.

Fee: $10.00

Date: 11/18/2012

Location: Serenity Room

Address: 221 W Hallandale Beach Blvd
Hallandale FL, 33009

SERENITY ROOM is located on South side of Hallandale Beach Blvd., Two Blocks West of Dixie Highway (Next to Calvary Chapel) at 221 West Hallandale Beach Blvd. 2nd floor Suite # 4.

Time: 6:00pm – 8:00pm

OsunDara Yoruba Dance Theater is committed to the preservation of Yoruba Sacred Traditional Folklore. Our mission is to connect diverse communities that are culturally unique, yet similar in heritage, by stimulating an interest in the exciting traditions of Yoruba culture through dance, music and the arts; creating the opportunity for children and adults to increase their knowledge and awareness of West African customs and ethnic groups.

For more information Contact:
Osundara Yorùbá Dance Theater
Dedicated to the preservation of Yoruba Customs and Tradition.
Osundaradance@gmail.com
https://twitter.com/OsunDaraDance
https://www.facebook.com/OsunDaraYorubaDanceTheater
http://www.facebook.com/osundara.osundara
http://osundaradance.tumblr.com/
http://osundaradance.weebly.com/

COUPON OF THE WEEK
Courtesy of Community Builders HDC, Serenity Room & OsunDara Yorùbá Dance Theater decides to make this week dance class more fun.

Detail:
Invite 1 or 2 friend and you take the class for free
RSVP: osundaradance@gmail.com
(List your name and the your guest name)
SUBJECT LINE: {OSUNDARA BATA}

NEW MOVEMENT
Yorùbá Dance Network
Appreciating Yorùbá Rich Cultural Heritage
Uniting Students, Teachers, Performers & Supporters Worldwide

True Image of Culture
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E Kaabo! {Welcome}
This is growing community space where people connect through Yorùbá sacred traditional folklore. We welcome artists, teachers, students, researchers and dedicated Orisa practitioners who create a range of work related to Original Yorùbá Orisa songs, language, percussion and dance. We provide educational resources for varying levels of immersion and knowledge based on Yorùbá Culture, Customs and traditions. We also welcome folks to dialogue with us, collaborate to build performances, sharing experience and listings of Yorùbá classes and teachers around the world and near you!

Ase!
To get access and more information Sign Up
OsunDaraDance
http://osundaradance.weebly.com/

Adupe {Thank You}
Isese Lagba
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#OsunDaraDance #TeamOsunDara #YorùbáRhythm305 #OmoYorùbá #YorùbáDanceNetwork

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NOTE: Please be on time and be sure to register before you dance, thanks for your corporation.
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Miami Science Museum Art Commission Event During Art Basel for new Museum 12/7/12-12/8/12

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Miami Science Museum Art Commission Event During Art Basel for new Museum
On Dec. 7 and 8 from 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Miami Beach Public Library
2100 Collins Ave.
Miami Beach, Fla. 33139

With its upcoming initiation of commissioning large scale public artworks for the 2015 opening of its new world-class, state-of-the-art facility building – the Patricia and Phillip Frost Museum of Science – Miami Science Museum is releasing the Request for Proposals during Art Basel Miami Beach. Museum staff and architects will be in the auditorium of the Miami Beach Public Library.

During this event, which is open to the public, Museum staff and architects will be available to review the commission process, share details of the new building, in addition to the Museum’s architectural model, and digital video fly through.
 
Museum officials hope to receive cutting-edge, vibrant and engaging proposals for the new building. The Museum’s goal is to commission artworks that seamlessly merge with the overarching Miami Science Museum themes of People, Planet and Prosperity.
 
In 2015, Miami Science Museum will move from its current location to downtown Miami. The new Patricia and Phillip Frost Museum of Science will be in great company residing in the Museum Park with the newly renamed Perez Art Museum, formerly the Miami Art Museum.
 
“Art Basel provides us with a wonderful opportunity to engage with artists who could possibly provide pieces for the new Patricia and Phillip Frost Museum of Science,” said Miami Science Museum CEO & President Gillian Thomas. “We are very happy to launch this process during the most prestigious art show in the Americas to search for exceptional artists.”
 
For more information, contact Miami Science Museum Art & Collection Manager Kevin Arrow at karrow@miamisci.org or visit www.miamisci.org/publicartcommissions.

Miami Finance Forum November happy hour 11/14/12

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Miami Finance Forum November happy hour
6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, November 14
Haven
1237 Lincoln Rd.
Miami Beach, FL 33139

Members: Free. Non-Members: $25.
Call (877) FF-MIAMI or (877) 336-4264 or RSVP online

The Miami Finance Forum (MFF) will host a happy hour event for South Florida finance professionals in November 2012. Members and guests can enjoy hors d’oeuvres and cocktails while networking at a fine dining location. MFF events are open to members and non-members alike.

The MFF is a not-for-profit organization supporting the growth of South Florida’s network of finance and investment professionals. It is dedicated to expanding the knowledge base and professional practices of its members while ensuring the region continues to attract and retain top talent. Its membership roster is comprised of professionals experienced in private equity, hedge funds, venture capital, commercial banking, investment banking, wealth management, legal, accounting and other related professional-services industries. Since its founding in 2006, the MFF has been known for its event series, including its panel discussions, private roundtables and happy hour mixers. More information is available at www.miamifinanceforum.com .

J.J. Colagrande Reads From Novel at Book Fair 11/18/12

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J.J. Colagrande Reads From Novel at Book Fair
Sunday, 11/18/2012, 04:30 pm – 05:30 pm
DECO2Miami Book Fair
Miami Book Fair,
300 NE 2nd ave, Florida 33132
Webpage Link

Professor-by-day, Miami writer, J.J. Colagrande is reading from his second novel, Decò, a satire about an absurd life in contemporary Miami. The novel follows the central and title character, Decò, a young, naïve, Miami writer armed with five graduate degrees, $400,000 in student debt, and an American sense of entitlement which is supposed to guarantee him fame and riches, not always achieved through hard work.

Monthly Networking Event at Mister Collins 11/14/12

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Monthly Networking Event at Mister Collins
Wednesday, 11/14/2012, 06:00 pm –
mister-collins-eventnalene Rampersaud
10295 Collins Avenue,
Miami Beach, Florida 33154
RSVP Link

Enjoy the terrace which has unobstructed views of the Atlantic and also the Haulover Inlet. The service is fast and friendly, greeting each guest into their space as if it was your own home. Mister Collins features a craft beer list and also superb value on all wines, predominantly from the west coast.

Join us for our monthly networking event on Wednesday, November 14, 2012!

Pay $5 ($10 at the door), and enjoy one complimentary welcome drink, with reduced happy hour specials on wine, champagne, beer and bar bites for our group!

Don’t forget to bring plenty of business cards for Business Card Bingo and be a resource or find a resource for your business!

Register with link: http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07e6kzd7y5fcb72bc9&llr=6fqlzxdab

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

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Happy Hour at Mixtura Peruvian Cuisine with Savor Tonight
Thursday, 11/15/2012, 06:00 pm – 08:00 pm
Mixtura Peruvian Fusion Cuisine
160 Andalusia Ave,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Buy Tickets Link

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

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

Contradance 11/18/12

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Contradance
Sunday, 11/18/2012, 06:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Contradance-Post-Card-ObverseTobacco Road
626 S Miami Ave,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link

Contradance is a style of American, partnered folk dancing that originated in New England and is now found around the world. At most dances, a live band plays traditional songs and a caller leads participants through the dances. There’s no need to bring a partner as most folks come singly but couples and families are welcome. Contradance is easy to learn, there’s instruction about 30 minutes before every dance, it’s flirtatious, high-paced, energetic and active – come ready to get a workout. Most folks will be a little confused at first but they learn quickly and have fun from the beginning.

Music at this dance is by a great Contradance band Southern Atlantic Muse.

Photographs by Anthony Jordon of Lucky You! 5: Neon Lights the Night on 11/9/12

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Photographs taken by Anthony Jordon from Lucky You! 5: Neon Lights the Night at The Bakehouse Art Complex on Friday, November 9, 2012.   This amazing fundraising art raffle with more than 70 pieces of original artworks, live music by AMTRAC, VIP Lucky Lounge sponsored by Chivas Regal, wine by Jordan Vineyard & Winery, beer by Bud Light Premium, and specialty cocktails by KAPPA Pisco!

“The Bakehouse Art Complex is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to attracting emerging and midcareer artists in South Florida to a workplace that provides affordable studios, exhibition galleries, and professional development opportunities.”

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

Photographs of Downtown Miami Riverwalk Festival on 11/10/12

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Downtown Miami Riverwalk Festival at the Riverwalk of the historic Miami River on Brickell Avenue in Downtown Miami on Saturday, November 10, 2012.  The fifth annual Downtown Miami Riverwalk Festival and Boat Parade featuring a Jamaican Folk Festival in celebration of the Nation’s golden jubilee anniversary of Independence. This event was endorsed by the Consulate General of Jamaica and the Jamaica Tourist Board as Jamaicans across the Diaspora continue their celebration of the Nation’s 50th anniversary of Independence. Proceeds from the event will benefit Sierra Norwood Calvary Church Youth Group.

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MiamiArtZine 7th Anniversary Celebration Salsa in the Garden 11/19/12

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MiamiArtZine 7th Anniversary Celebration Salsa in the Garden
Monday, November 19 at 6.30 pm
Miami Beach Botanical Garden
2000 Convention Center Drive
Miami Beach, FL 33139
www.miamiartzine.com
Advance Tickets $20
At the door $25
Purchase advance tickets via Paypal. Indicate number of tickets.

Join us at our fundraising party and help us celebrate our 7th Anniversary

Event to Honor Joseph Adler, Ana Bolt and Jaie LaPlante

MiamiARTzine, the online magazine that serves as the Voice of the Miami Arts Scene, will celebrate its 7th anniversary at the Miami Beach Botanical Garden on Monday, November 19 at 6:30 pm.

A highlight of the evening is the presentation of the 5th Annual miamiARTzine Visionary Awards, so named for the ability of the honorees to think outside the box and envision and work toward a better Arts landscape. This year’s award recipients are Joseph Adler, Producing Artistic Director of GableStage at the Biltmore; Choreographer/Dancer Ana Bolt; and Jaie LaPlante, Director of Miami International Film Festival.

In keeping with the Salsa theme, KCC Productions presents a lively mélange of music, including two-time Grammy nominee Marlow Rosado and La Riqueña, the Kiki Sanchez Trio and Grammy-nominated artist Thania Sanz with special guest, trumpeter Julian Cifuentes. The celebration also features a silent auction, with tickets to many of South Florida’s exciting arts venues.

Venezuelan-born artist and miamiARTzine supporter Maria Rivas is the featured artist at the event, and her artwork will be on display throughout.

Sponsors for the event include Bolivar Fusion de Cocinas Tragos, KCC Productions, Miami Beach Botanical Garden, My Ceviche and We Take the Cake.

MiamiARTzine is a program of the Miami Beach Arts Trust, whose mission is to raise awareness and educate the public about the importance of the Arts. Publisher and Miami Beach Arts Trust chair Harvey J. Burstein conceived the idea of an online publication to better serve South Florida’s arts community and arts lovers.

Each issue of miamiARTzine contains original articles, reviews and photographs by local writers and photographers who volunteer their time and talent to inform readers about what is happening in the arts in South Florida. miamiARTzine has also served as a career conduit for these contributors, as many of its writers and photographers have been tapped for other assignments based on their work being seen, or the contacts they’ve made through the publication.

The miamiARTzine 7th Anniversary party takes place on Monday, November 19 at 6:30 pm at the Miami Beach Botanical Garden, 2000 Convention Center Drive. Tickets for the reception are $20 in advance, or $25 at the door, with all proceeds to benefit the Miami Beach Arts Trust. For tickets or more information, please call (305) 535-2448, email mbat@miamiartzine.com or visit www.miamiARTzine.com.

Photographs of The Dezer Collection’s James Bond Experience on 11/9/12

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The Dezer Collection’s James Bond Experience on Friday, November 9, 2012.  When I walked in I was so impressed with the vasts collection of James Bond memorabilia. will this is largest collection of James Bond cars and memorabilia, including the original “Golden Gun”.  We were served “Shaken Not Stirred” martinis made with Iceburg Vodka and had a taste of some wonderful canapés served by Celebrity Chef Adrianne Calvo.  Then we were whisked away to watch the new premier of the “Skyfall” movie.

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Photographs of the 4th Annual RAWards at The Stage Miami on 11/8/12

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4th Annual RAWards at The Stage Miami on Thursday, November 8, 2012.  What a wonderful event,  54 cities across the nation picked their most talented hometown artists, designers and performers. The top nominees in Miami were showcased at The Stage.  RAW selected three local judges and together with the attendee’s picked who will represent Miami in the RAWards Finals.

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12 Nights of Electronic Music and Art: Guitars, Bass and Electronics 11/16/12

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12 Nights of Electronic Music and Art: Guitars, Bass and Electronics
Friday, 11/16/2012, 08:00 pm – 09:00 pm
BonacossaHarold Golen Gallery
2294 NW 2nd Ave,
Miami, Florida 33127
Webpage Link

12 Nights of Electronic Music and Art:
Guitars, Bass and Electronics
featuring Bryan Jacobs, Federico Bonacossa and Kyle Motle
Harold Golen Gallery, 2294 NW 2nd Ave, Wynwood Art District, Miami FL, 33127 
Friday, November 16, 2012 at 8PM
More info at http://12nights.org/Season5/season5-9.html

http://www.facebook.com/events/175714432568149/
Contact: info@fetafoundation.org
Admissions: Free

Tonight we are presenting three musicians from Miami and New York performing on guitars, bass and electronics. Federico Bonacossa’s curiosity about the current guitar lead him to create a national call for works. Out of 100 submissions, Bonacossa selected 4 finalists. Kyong Mee Choi’s It only needs to be seen (one of the selected pieces that is presented tonight) was inspired by the Steve Hagen’s saying, “Truth does not need any explanation. It only needs to be seen. The only way we can be free in each moment is to become what the moment is.” Choi wants the  audience to experience being in the moment through the stream of sound that does not need any explanation but only needs to be heard. Bonacossa’s Sequitur VIII will feature a canonic layering of real-time audio processing in MAX/MSP. The Miami-based up-and-coming bassist and composer Kyle Motle will join Bonacossa in Tragos for double bass and live electronics that explores scratch tones and open strings. Bryan Jacobs’s Trigger will investigate the idea of presets in music. In fact, there are as many triggered presets as there are notes in this work! Compact Scecenes will feature Jacobs on guitar while operating fixed and live electronics. “This piece has a little to do with Milli Vanilli mouthing the words and a little to do with extending the acoustic tradition.”BJ

Burgerliscious – The Second Course

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by Ari Kane (@Aricurian) & Daniella Veras (@_DaniMiami)

Burgerlicious, living up to its catchy name, was truly defuckinlicious. This scrumptious soiree was held outdoors at the Ponce Circle Park in Coral Gables.  The beautiful balmy winter night was ideal for this epicurean grilling forgy (food orgy).  The crisp, cool weather gave South Floridians a chance to don their finest skiwear while New Yorkers rocked their “You Call This Cold?” t-shirts.  This venue, unlike past burger shindigs, did not leave the attendees smelling like the Eau de Ronald McDonald.  Over 20 competing restaurants, Sam Adams Beer, Naked Grape Wine and Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream were being served to the beat of cover band, Mad World. The VIP bar was stocked with delectable Seasons 52 mini desserts (heavenly pecan pies) and limitless Jack Daniels Tennessee Whisky and Tennessee Honey.

The “Best in Bun” was awarded to Shula’s 347 Grill for its caramelized onions, double gruyere cheese, garlic mayo and crushed garlic croutons burger while the “People’s Choice Award” went to The Dome for its barbecued infused cheeseburgers served with white cheddar, arugula, tomatoes, grilled onions and spicy mayo.

While those were solid offerings, the top two burgers that we devoured were hand-crafted by Pincho Factory and Seasons 52.  Pincho had a brisket patty that was soaked in brown sugar IPA beer with Havarti cheese and onions.  This culinary concoction was an utter delight and whose memory still induces a mouth-watering Pavlovian reaction.  Season’s 52 chose a healthier route to reflect its restaurant’s message and served up a turkey burger with crispy onions, spicy mayo and chili served on a decadent butter toasted make-you-challahhh roll.  Hands down, the best turkey burger we’ve ever had.

Honorable mentions include Rok Burger for its juicy Kobe burger with brie, BBQ bourbon bacon jam, on a homemade bun;  The Bar’s superb lager braised short rib, crispy onions, apple slaw and finger-lickin’ Jack Daniels sauce; and CRAVE Restaurant‘s savory pork and beef sliders.

The event was a deliciously fun, filling and reasonably priced ($50) foodie treat that will definitely have us returning for next year’s third course.

 

 

 

Brickell Singles Mixer 11/29/12

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Brickell Singles Mixer
Thursday, 11/29/2012, 07:00 pm – 09:00 pm
flyer_largeKukaramakara
1250 South Miami Ave.,
Miami, Florida 33130
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Get ready for what promises to be Miami’s most happening DATING experience. Meet up to 20 single professionals all in one night. Go on MANY dates, enjoy drink specials, and possibly meet your match.

Heart Tango caters to single professionals in some of the most unique settings in the city. In order to create the atmosphere we want, our signature speed dating events are hosted in some of the most elegant and sophisticated upscale restaurants and lounges in your city. We have been widely recognized for providing a rich, earth-toned atmosphere perfect for any dating experience. All of our events are specifically designed to reflect your image and refined taste and are brought to you by our network of talented hosts. Come experience the Heart Tango passion and find your match at one of our events.

Azari & III Performing Live 11/16/12

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Azari & III Performing Live
Friday, 11/16/2012, 10:00 pm – 03:00 am
AzariLatestGrand Central
697 N Miami Ave,
Miami, Florida 33136
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Poplife + Nightdrive + Grand Central present
AZARI & III performing (Live)

AZARI & III
http://facebook.com/azariandiii

A cerebral yet kinetic series of forgotten emotions, wandering hopes and crystalline fantasies, sinking into the impending darkness of the city in decent. Dinamo Azari and Alixander III convene at a West End recording facility, fashioning a massive analog/8 bit sync chain into which cascades the euphonic sinister…

Special Guest: Kurtz & Bomber

http://nightdrivemiami.com/
http://grandcentralmiami.com/

GRAND CENTRAL | 697 N MIAMI AVE | DOWNTOWN MIAMI | 305.377.2277

Media sponsored by: http://wynwoodradio.com/

car2go 100-Day Celebration 11/10/12

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car2go 100-Day Celebration
Saturday, 11/10/2012, 07:00 pm – 09:00 pm
car2go-generalLMNT
55 NW 36th street ,
Miami, Florida 33127
Webpage Link

car2go celebrates their 100-day mark this Saturday with evening full of art and music. A perfect way to kick off Art Walk, join us as we celebrate our members and supporters! The event will feature an exhibition with visual presentations by renowned Miami Fever lifestyle photographer Carlos Ramos and superstar film director Giancarlo Loffredo. Additionally, Miami-based latin-funk band Suenalo will perform.

TCG Presents Tips And Best Practices For Maintaining A High-Rise Condominium Seminar in West Palm Beach 11/15/12

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TCG Presents Tips And Best Practices For Maintaining A High-Rise Condominium Seminar in West Palm Beach
Thursday, 11/15/2012, 06:30 pm – 08:30 pm
West Palm Beach Hilton
150 Australian Avenue ,
West Palm Beach, Florida 33406
RSVP Link

The Continental Group is proud to present this free seminar as part of the Continental Certified Educational Program Series. This interactive discussion will have a panel of experts focusing on several key areas that impact a prospective buyers’ perception of your community including: avoiding costly special assessments; energy management savings; maintaining building systems efficiency; and extending the useful life of the assets.

To RSVP, please contact Astrid Marten at 954-734-5522 or amarten@tcgmgt.com. This seminar will be moderated by Julie Magaldi, Director of High-Rise Operations of The Continental Group.

Three Dog Night to Bring “Joy to the World” at Seminole Casino Coconut Creek 1/5/13

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Three Dog Night to Bring “Joy to the World” at Seminole Casino Coconut Creek
Saturday, 01/05/2013, 08:00 pm –
3dogASeminole Casino Coconut Creek
5550 NW 40th Street,
Coconut Creek, Florida 33073
Webpage Link

Three Dog Night, one of the most successful American bands of the ‘60s and ‘70s, will bring “joy to the world” on Saturday, January 5, 2013 at 8 p.m. at The Pavilion at Seminole Casino Coconut Creek.

Founding members and vocalists Cory Wells and Danny Hutton, original keyboardist Jimmy Greenspoon and guitarist Michael Allsup, as well as bassist Paul Kingery and drummer Pat Bautz will perform their beloved hits, plus some amazing new songs, sure to be enjoyed by South Florida Fans of all ages.

With their distinctive and sometimes extraordinary harmonic blend, the group became a sensation and their hits appeared on best-selling charts in multiple genres, including pop, rock and country. Boasting chart and sales records that are virtually unmatched in popular music, Three Dog Night had an impressive 21 consecutive Billboard Top 40 hits, including three number one singles, “Mama Told Me (Not to Come),” which was also a Top 10 hit in the United Kingdom, “Joy to the World,” and “Black and White.” Coincidentally, each one featured a different lead singer.

Three Dog Nights’ version of John Lennon and Paul McCartney’s ‘’It’s For You’’ typified the band at their best, but it was their original arrangements of the work of lesser-known writers that brought welcome exposure and considerable royalties to fresh talent. The group recorded the music of the best new songwriters of their time, including Harry Nilsson (“One”), Randy Newman (“Mama Told Me (Not to Come)”), Elton John (“Lady Samantha” and “Your Song”), Laura Nyro (“Eli’s Coming”), Paul Williams (“An Old Fashioned Love Song”) and Hoyt Axton (“Joy to the World”) among many others. The band was noted for its creative arrangements and interpretations, and their cover choices gave exposure to several of these talented songwriters.

As they mark more than 40 years of extraordinary music and touring on the road, Three Dog Nights’ records continue to sell around the world, reaching beyond the borders of the U.S. into Japan, Canada, Holland, England, Germany, Spain and more.

Tickets start at $40* and are available at www.ticketmaster.com. *Additional fees may apply

About Seminole Casino Coconut Creek
The all-new Seminole Casino Coconut Creek is South Florida’s hottest place to play. With its recent $150 million expansion, the entertainment destination now features 65 table games of live Blackjack, Baccarat, Pai Gow Poker, Let it Ride and Spanish 21 plus a High-Limit area and lounge on a 100,000-square-foot casino floor. The new second floor non-smoking Stax Poker Lounge offers high stakes no-limit action including Texas Hold ‘em, 7-Card Stud and Omaha Hi Lo tournaments. More than 2,300 Las Vegas-style slots include Wide-Area Progressive Jackpots and Mega Jackpots. Three new restaurants – the upscale NYY Steak, Sorrisi Italian Restaurant and the New York-style 1st Street Deli – join the award winning Fresh Harvest, Nectar Lounge and Sunset Grill. Taking total guest enjoyment to a new level is The Pavilion, a 1,200-seat concert venue, and the revolutionary Player’s Club showcasing an innovative and immersive experience eliminating wait times. An environmentally friendly garage with solar energy and green art technology offers 2,400 covered parking spaces. An adjacent transportation hub is outfitted with valet service and a bus lounge for ultimate comfort and guest convenience. Open 24/7, 365 days, Seminole Casino Coconut Creek is located at the corner of U.S. 441 (State Road 7) and Sample Road at 5550 NW 40 Street. For more information, call 954-977-6700, visit us online at www.seminolecasinococonutcreek.com or www.facebook.com/seminolecasinocococreek. Follow us on Twitter @SemCasinoCoCo.

Translucent Reflections of Nature and Life 11/17/12

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Translucent Reflections of Nature and Life
Saturday, 11/17/2012, 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Valmar
4150 SW 74th Court,
Miami, Florida 33155

Opening reception of an exhibition of recent works by fine art watercolorist Terry Arroyo Mulrooney. Terry’s art exemplifies the spirituality of life which shines through in her transparent watercolors. Her use of color, light and shadow brings out the spirituality of life and her portraits reflect the face and soul of her subject.

The Miami Symphony Orchestra Concert of Divertimento 11/10/12-11/11/12

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The Miami Symphony Orchestra Concert of Divertimento
Divertimento_MISO 11novNovember 10, 8:00pm
Herbert and Nicole Wertheim Performing Arts Center
10910 SW 17th Street
Miami, Florida 33199
 
November 11, 4:00pm
South Miami-Dade 
Cultural Arts Center
10950 SW 211th Street
Miami, FL 33189
www.themiso.org

The Miami Symphony Orchestra continues offering South Florida a magnificent season with another amazing concert: Divertimento! on November 10th and November 11th, 2012.

Divertimento will be conducted by Joshua Dos Santos, the conductor of the National System of Youth Orchestras of Venezuela (the brilliant orchestra of two highly anticipated performances of Haydn’s First Cello Concerto), along with the gifted young cellist Patrice Jackson.
The anticipated performances will take place at the Herbert and Nicole Wertheim Performing Arts Center and South Miami Dade Cultural Arts center.
Don’t miss it!

Pop-up Piano Miami presented by Steinway & Sons Miami and Miami Iron Side Pre-Art Basel Mixer 11/28/12

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Pop-up Piano Miami presented by Steinway & Sons Miami and Miami Iron Side Pre-Art Basel Mixer
Wednesday, November 28, 2012, 7:00PM – 9:00PM
Miami Iron Side
7500 NE 4th Court
Miami FL 33138

Open-to-the-public but RSVP is mandatory via www.miamiironside.com/popuppiano.

Pop-up Piano Miami presented by Steinway & Sons Miami and Miami Iron Side are pleased to host an official Pre-Art Basel Mixer in celebration of this year’s selected artists for the piano creations.

Media and the community will have the opportunity to meet & greet with Pop-Up Piano Miami’s official 2012 artists and the host committee. Come and enjoy sweets by Patty Cakes Cupcakes, warms sips by Steep City Teas, delicious KIND bars, cocktails by Deep Eddy Vodka, and other treats & libations. Miami Iron Side is where the artists are working diligently to finish the pianos in time for Art Basel Miami Beach week. The pianos were delivered on November 1st by our shipping sponsor Wynwood Shipping. Join us and get a sneak peak of the nearly completed pianos.
 
Pearl Paint, the largest art supply store in the world that began on Canal Street, New York in 1933 as a family-owned company, has graciously supplied all the artistic materials for the following artists to create their masterpieces on the pianos: Alexander Mijares (mijares.com); Desiree Kawass (desireekawass.com); Federico Carosio III (federicocarosioiii.com); Ivan Roque (allhailtla.com/Home.html); Rodrigo Gaya (rgayaphoto.photoshelter.com); Ross Von Rosenberg (rossvon7design.com); Ruben Ubiera (urbanpopsoul.com); and Waseone (iamwaseone.com).
 
The Black Key Group (Whitney Lykins and Isabella Acker) created a special host committee of young, savvy professionals throughout South Florida to assist in creating, executing, and facilitating Pop-Up Piano Miami. From curating artists to securing locations for the pianos, the following list of people volunteered on the committee: Patricia Baro (Mixed Media Collective); Gaudi Castro (HEARD.); Meris Thomas (Freelancer – Event Production); Arnaud Pages (Macias Advertising); Daniel Rivero (WLRN); and Jessica Wade Pfeffer (Jessica Wade Inc.).
 
Miami Iron Side was founded by design and real estate visionary Ofer Mizrahi. It is a destination created by an assemblage of old deserted commercial buildings in an underserved neighborhood. The complex is self-designed by occupants and has had extensive reforesting creating a façade of retro architecture. Miami Iron Side was transformed to become a vibrant, creative, and trendy live & work complex. Enclaves of creative and business-focused minds alike have come together and created a neighborhood which encourages organic growth with a sense of community. For more information, visit www.miamiironside.com.

Tigerdirect.Com And Intel® Present The First Annual Holiday Bash With Celebrity Guest Anna Kendrick 11/20/12

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Tigerdirect.Com And Intel® Present The First Annual Holiday Bash With Celebrity Guest Anna Kendrick
Tuesday, November 20th from 8pm  11pm
The Moore Building in the Design District
4040 NE 2nd Ave
Miami, Florida 33137
RSVP: To get your free ticket visit http://Techshowcase12.eventbrite.com. Enter the special promo code -Ultrabook- to get upgraded with free valet parking.

Just in time for the holidays, TigerDirect.com, a subsidiary of Systemax Inc. (NYSE: SYX) and retailer specializing in consumer electronics, technology products and computer services, and Intel®, a world leader in computing innovation, are proud to host a memorable evening of innovation, emerging technology and interactive entertainment at the historic Moore Building in the Design District on Tuesday, November 20, 2012 from 8pm  11pm. Bound to change the way we use and interact with our personal digital devices, TigerDirect.com and Intel® have created a full-fledged party celebrating the touch, play and imaginative nature of the new generation of products featuring Microsoft¹s groundbreaking Windows 8 operating system. 
 
The event will take place on three floors, each one boasting interactive games and features topped with complimentary food & cocktails and music by the Miami Dolphin¹s DJ Supersede. Below are examples of the sensational activities one can expect at the event:
 
·       A notable appearance by Oscar nominated actress Anna Kendrick of Up in the Air, Twilight and Pitch Perfect
·       Reggie Bush and Ryan Tannehill of The Dolphin¹s are scheduled to attend
·       Featuring live sets by DJ Supersede
·       Professional race car simulators
·       A Destructoid video game lounge
·       Animated and colorful projections throughout the building
·       There will be a dance competition where guests will be invited to rock out and the winner will go home with one of the new Windows 8 products
·       Ping-pong station by Chalk Ping Pong and Billiards Lounge will give guests the opportunity to put their tennis table skills to the test
·       Ms. LipShtick will be reading the palms of guests who want a glimpse into their future
·       State-of-the-art photo booth with props
·       1 in 3 guests will win prizes
·       Every attendee will walk away with gift bags full of merchandise
·       More special guests will be announced in the coming week
·       Featured products will include: Acer, Asus, Dell, HP, Lenovo, Razer, Samsung, Sony, and Toshiba featuring a selection of Ultrabook, Ultrabook Convertible, Intel® Atom Processor-based tablets, and more.

14 Chefs in The Kitchen at the Miami Book Fair International 11/17/12-11/18/12

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14 Chefs in The Kitchen
ChefsMBFIStreet Fair Weekend: Nov. 17 & 18, 2012

Cooking
Chefs cook. You eat. Delicioso!
Hiroko Shimbo | Anne Byrn | Raquel Roque | Maricel Presilla | Liz Gutman & Jen King | Yvan Lemoine

Talking
Just like having them in your own kitchen!
Norman Van Aken | Justin Van Aken | Alex Hitz | Julia Ross | Hedy Goldsmith
Seamus Mullen | Heather McPhersen

Special Dinner Event, Saturday, November 17
Dinner prepared by superstar chefs Norman Van Aken and Seamus Mullen at Tuyo.
$130. Limited seating. Ticket required.
305.237.3200

Irreversible Cover Featured Winners Release Party 11/30/12

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Irreversible Cover Featured Winners Release Party
8153659135_332e331057_bNovember 30TH 7PM
Wynwood Exhibition Center
297 Northwest 23rd Street
Miami, FL 33127
RSVP norelkysb@irreversiblemagazine.com
 
Foreword by Dr. Carol Damian
Director/ Chief Curator Frost Art Museum
 
A BIG and SPECIAL THANK YOU note goes to Rodolfo Vanmarke and Elaine Minionis founders of www.thelunchboxgallery.com whom witohut their unconditional support this competition would not be possible.
  
The Lunch Box Gallery Is a small but vibrant and cutting edge gallery llocated in the Wynwood Art District, Miami. Our emphasis is on contemporary photography, where conceptual, fine art, documentary and mixed media photography are subjects of exploration. www.facebook.com/thelunchboxgallery

  
Cover Featured Winner
Illustration 
Edwin Villasmil (venezuela)
  
1st Place Mixed Media
K. Kissik  (usa)
  
Honorable Mention
Sculpture Lori Nozick (usa)
  
Honorable Mention
Painting  Carlos Caballero (cub) 
 
20 winners
20 unique works invitations
Marina Font (ARG); Aimee Hertog (USA); Alexios Avlamis (GR); Amber Quimby (USA); Astolfo Funes (VNZLA); Clara Varas (CUB); Aida Tejada (RD); Cynthia Patrick (USA); Ernesto Kunde (BR); Jean Paul Mallozzi (USA); Jon Mcintosh (USA); Katiuska Gonzalez (VNZLA); Marcelo Daldoce (BR); Mariusz Navratil (POLAND); Patricia Gutierrez (USA); PJ Mills (USA); Tania Marmolejo (RD); Todd Brittingham (USA); Chika Matsuda (JP); Kerri Corser (USA)

image credit: Illustration  EDWIN VILLASMIL (Venezuela)

Ornare Tastemaker’s Showcase 12/3/12

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Ornare Tastemaker’s Showcase
Monday, December 3 at 7 p.m.
Ornare Miami
4040 N.E. 2nd Avenue
Miami Design District
RSVP Required: Events@OrnareUSA.com

Ornare’s Tastemaker’s Showcase, how in its sixth year, has become known as the unofficial kick off to Miami Art Week. The Brazilian ultra-luxury home design brand will honor top architects and interior designers with a chic evening event in its new location in the historic Moore Building. Enjoy music, cocktails and projections as you mix and mingle with Miami’s design elite.

SocialBuzzTV November Networker with Luly B 11/20/12

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

This is a Free event but you Must RSVP Online

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

 Click here for our Sponsor Package details.

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

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

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

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

 

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

The 13th Anniversary Celebration Of The Adventures of Bibi & Friends 11/14/12

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The 13th Anniversary Celebration Of The Adventures of Bibi & Friends
Wednesday November 14th, 2012, 8 PM- Midnight  
bibiNikki Beach
ONE Ocean Drive
Miami Beach, FL 33139
www.bibiadventures.com

$20 Donation in Advance or at the Door
(Portion of Proceeds will go to Victims of Hurricane Sandy in association with Whole Foods Market)
Featuring An Art Show of The Comic Book Characters Past & Present

We will be doing a Group Reunion Photo to appear in the upcoming Collectors Anniversary Issue

The comic character Art Show will continue as a video satellite show that will be featured at different venues around town before and during Art Basel week. The First Satellite Art Show"Organic Comic Art"  will be held at   Whole Foods Market South Beach, Thursday, November 29th, 7 – 9PM  Benefiting The Miami Rescue Mission. 

The Following Venues
Haven Lounge & Restaurant
Twist Nightclub
Q Lounge
Chalk Lounge & Mamushka Gallery in Midtown/Wynwood
will run exhibitions from Nov 26th – December 9th, 2012.
More Venues to Come

The Nightmare Before Christmas Paint Party 12/14/12

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The Nightmare Before Christmas Paint Party
Friday, 12/14/2012, 09:00 pm – 01:00 am
Nightmare-Before-ChristmasAve 74
4432 SW 74th Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33155
Webpage Link

Come celebrate an unorthodox Christmas with Miami’s most progressive art gallery- AVE 74!

FREE DRINKS WITH COVER CHARGE. 18+ TO PARTY, 21+ TO DRINK. $10 if you join this event on FB, OR $12 at the door.

Enjoy live DJs, live entertainment, street performers, contests, food trucks and yes, lots and lots of PAINT.

We wouldn’t be an art gallery without the element of art of course, so paints will be provided for those who are willing to get messy and have a little fun.

DRESS APPROPRIATELY. This is a themed event so get creative with your Tim Burton-esque outfits all the while taking into consideration that this can and will get very messy! This will be an indoor and outdoor event- so the paint party aspect of the event will be optional for those willing to have a little more fun.

Thanksgiving by the Bay 11/22/12

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Thanksgiving by the Bay
Thursday, 11/22/2012, 10:00 am – 10:00 pm
Bayside Marketplace
Bayside Marketplace,
R106, 401 Biscayne Blvd, Miam, Florida Miami
Webpage Link

A multi-cultural celebration that brings families and cuisines from all over the world together in one place. Encapsulating the unity that this time of year brings, as well as celebrating Miami’s diversity, Bayside Marketplace is offering a variety of Thanksgiving Day meal options from traditional ‘Turkey Day’ meals to Latin-infused feasts. Guests will be able to enjoy an all-day event with live music and holiday shopping.

· Since Miamians like to celebrate with lots of flair, a special Thanksgiving Day cruise aboard the Biscayne Lady Yacht with a buffet-style feast and open bar is open to the public.
· Unique takes on classic holiday dishes at Mambo Café, Latin American Cuban Cuisine, Hamburguesa, and Lombardi’s Italian Restaurant. Each are creating a twist on traditional Thanksgiving Day dishes.
· Full menus at The Knife Restaurant, Largo Bar and Grill, and Tradewinds for those craving a non-traditional dinner.
· Live music after dinner at the waterfront Marina Stage.

Insense Monthly Networking Event at Mister Collins 11/14/12

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Monthly Networking Event at Mister Collins
November 14, 2012, 6-8 PM
Mister Collins
10295 Collins Avenue
Bal Harbour, FL 33154
Register Online

Enjoy the terrace which has unobstructed views of the Atlantic and also the Haulover Inlet.  The service is fast and friendly, greeting each guest into their space as if it was your own home. Mister Collins features a craft beer list and also superb value on all wines, predominantly from the west coast.  
 
Join us for our monthly networking event on Wednesday, November 14, 2012!
 
Pay $5 ($10 at the door), and enjoy one complimentary welcome drink with reduced happy hour specials on wine, champagne, beer and bar bites for our group!
 
Don’t forget to bring plenty of business cards for Business Card Bingo and be a resource or find a resource for your business!

Ice Age Ice Palace Open for the 2012 Holidays at Dolphin Mall

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Ice Age Ice Palace Open for the Holidays at Dolphin Mall

This holiday season, visitors to Dolphin Mall are in store for some cool family fun when they step inside the centers’ spectacular holiday Ice Age Ice Palace. Visitors to the Ice Age Ice Palace can enjoy footage from the biggest family holiday release, Ice Age: Continental Drift, debuting on Blu-ray™ and DVD Dec. 11.

The Ice Age Ice Palace display at Dolphin Mall opened today and features a 30-foot ice dome with falling snow, a light show and, new this year, the beloved prehistoric herd from Ice Age: Continental Drift. Interactive globes will showcase Scrat on his endless mission to catch his precious acorn, while the whole Ice Age herd is adrift on an iceberg in pirate waters. Families can measure their prehistoric heights against Sid and Diego, go paw-to-paw with the herd and track down Scrat’s missing acorns throughout the palace. The high-seas adventure culminates with a visit to Santa and a special Ice Age gift, along with the exclusive option to pre-order Ice Age: Continental Drift on Blu-ray™ and DVD.

“The Ice Palace is the highlight of the holidays at our center, and there is hardly a more perfect film to showcase in an Ice Palace than the newest Ice Age,” says said General Manager, Pete Marrero. “We are thrilled to partner with Fox Home Entertainment to feature this popular family film.”

“We are incredibly proud of the success of Ice Age and are constantly looking for new ways to bring the characters and stories to life,” said Mary Daily, President of Worldwide Marketing & CMO for Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment. “Our partnership with Dolphin Mall allows us to engage with families during the Holiday season in ways we never imagined before for the franchise.”

Dolphin Mall is an enclosed value retail/entertainment/dining destination with more than 240 retailers. It is located just five miles west of Miami International Airport, where the Dolphin Expressway and the Florida Turnpike intersect. Shoppers can access the mall by taking Exit 27 off of the Florida Turnpike. Hours of operation are Monday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. and Sundays 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. with extended hours during the holidays and in the Ramblas entertainment area. Preview the stores, the styles and the savings at www.shopdolphinmall.com .

November 2nd Saturday at The Light Box! Have you always wanted to be a DJ? 11/10/12

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November 2nd Saturday at The Light Box! Have you always wanted to be a DJ?
266Saturday, November 10,  3:30 – 5:30 pm
The Light Box @ Goldman Warehouse
404 NW 26th St.
Miami, FL 33127

All Ages Welcome!
Free! 
To RSVP: RSVP@miamilightproject.com

Join PATH: Preserving, Archiving & Teaching Hiphop, Inc and Miami Light Project this Saturday for a free hands-on DJ master class taught by the one and only, The Brass King. You’ll get a technical, practical and theoretical introduction to the ART of DJing. Don’t miss this crash course on DJ history, music sources, equipment set up, equipment use, basic scratching & mixing and basic music theory for DJ’s.

Junior and Hatter with Sloane Square Barbers and Shoppe ‘Stache Bash 11/13/12

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Junior and Hatter with Sloane Square Barbers and Shoppe ‘Stache Bash
November 13, 2012 | 6pm – 9pm
Postcard Summer's Fading FRONT OKJunior & Hatter
2750 NW 3rd Avenue
Miami, Florida 33127

Hours of operation are Tuesday-Saturday, 10am-8pm.
 
Clients can book appointments online or RSVP for the fun by calling (305) 571-8361or e-mailing info@juniorandhatter.com.

In true November fashion, for gentlemen who come into Junior & Hatter rocking a mustache, Wynwood’s newest (and coolest) hair studio will be donating 25% of profits to raising awareness for prostate and testicular cancers.

Junior & Hatter will also be accepting "human coupons".  For any female guests who arrive with a mustached gent, J&H will donate 25% on their behalf.
 
In addition, the salon will be partnering with Sloane Square Barbers & Shoppe to offer hot lather shave services at the beginning (to create and maintain the ‘stache) and end of the month (to rid of the ‘stache).  The “’Stache Bash” will take place on Tuesday, November 13 where a percentage of the proceeds from the hot lather shaves and haircuts that evening will be donated to the cause. Guests are invited to recline in original Emil J Padir Chicago barber chairs from 1935 that still boast the original ashtrays and honing straps as they enjoy beer compliments of Duvel. On November 30, Junior & Hatter will have a Sloane barber on-hand for those who need a clean shave.

$45 for a men’s haircut
$38 for a shave, which includes hot towels, steam, oil, cleanser and scrub, warm lather, aftershave, and takes about 30 min.
$16 for ‘stache maintenance, which is just a clean up and takes about 15 min.

November 30, 2012, Junior & Hatter will have a Sloane barber at the salon during regular hours for gentlemen to get a clean shave.

Holiday Reception benefiting Toys for Tots

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Holiday Reception benefiting Toys for Tots
totsWednesday, November 14th 2012, 6:30 pm to 9:30pm
Vapiano Restaurant
1221 Brickell Avenue
Miami FL

Cost:$10 with a new unwrapped toy, $20 without it.
rsvp@fabulousmiami.com by Monday, November 12th 2012

The Town of Medley Chamber of Commerce along with the Chambers of Argentina, Camacol, Coconut Grove, Colombia, Chile, Greater Doral, Downtown Miami & Brickell, Ecuador, Haiti, Honduras, Netherlands, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Sweetwater along with Brickell Rotary Club, invite you to a Holiday Reception benefiting Toys for Tots

Celebrate the Holidays, expand your network and have fun!

As a thank you for your support you receive, Appetizers from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm courtesy of Vapiano Restaurant and a welcome drink of your choice courtesy of Iceberg Vodka,Cockspur rum, Papi Wine or Crema fina.
A complimentary Cigar courtesy of Cigar Aficionado

Complimentary photos by "FACES THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE"

Be part of this fundraising and make a difference in a child’s life!  invite your coworkers and friends Guest of Honor:  Members of United States Marine Corps

Dress Code: Business Attire

Grace Potter and The Nocturnals 2/16/13

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Grace Potter and The Nocturnals
Saturday, February 16th, 2013, 8:30pm.
Fillmore Miami Beach at The Jackie Gleason Theatre
1700 Washington Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33139

Grace Potter is the lead singer of powerhouse rock quintet Grace Potter & the Nocturnals. Potter has been on a steady rise since her band formed in 2002 while students as St. Lawrence University in upstate New York. Long praised as one of the best live acts in music today, Potter made headlines in late 2010 after being a featured performer alongside Katy Perry, Nicki Minaj and Sugarland on VH1’s "Divas Salute The Troops." Continuing on the upward trajectory, Potter stepped out of her comfort zone in a big way in 2011 when she was asked to duet with country superstar Kenny Chesney on “You and Tequila.” That duet went platinum and garnered the Vermont rocker numerous award nominations including: two CMA nominations, a Grammy nomination, three ACM nominations and two CMT nominations

The multi-instrumentalist and songwriter, who recently had the honor of being chosen for VH1’s coveted Storytellers series, also writes music for TV and film. She recently cowrote with the Flaming Lips frontman Wayne Coyne the music for the Tim Burton movie Frankenweenie. Grace also contributed an original song to Disney’s animated hit Tangled. She has been called, “…one of the rock world’s reigning elite female vocalists…” Her fourth studio album, The Lion The Beast The Beat, was released in June debuting at #17 in the country on Billboard’s Top 200 chart and #10 on Billboard’s Digital chart.

General Admission tickets are $26.50 in Advance and $28.50 Day of Show. They go on sale Friday, November 16, 2012 at 10AM at LiveNation.com  or charge by phone 800-745-3000 and at the Fillmore Box Office during normal business hours (Mon. – Fri., 11AM – 6PM and during show days).

All dates, acts and ticket prices are subject to change without notice. All tickets are subject to

Pecha Kucha Night at Girls’ Club 11/15/12

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Pecha Kecha Night at Girls’ Club
599Thursday, November 15, 7pm
Girls’ Club
117 NE 2nd Street
Fort Lauderdale  FL  33301

In partnership with Urban Matters CoLAB,  Girls’ Club hosts the second installment of Pecha Kucha FTL,  a series of rapid-fire artist presentations.

Artists from Girls’ Club collection and beyond share their involvement with line. 

Extending the line into new territories, these artists create with hand manipulated 16mm film, fiber and embroidery, photography, book making, large scale projection and installation.

Artists:  
Rosemarie Chiarlone and Susan Weiner
Nereida Garcia Ferraz 
Jiae Hwang
Maureen McQuillan
Dinorah de Jesús Rodriguez 
Carrie Sieh

Get Scrooged 11/27/12

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Get Scrooged!
scrooged11/27/12, 7pm
Bloom
2751 N. Miami Ave
Wynwood Miami, FL

Tickets
HistoryMiami/JCI Members: $15
Non-Members: $25

RSVP
305-375-5356
RSVP@historymiami.org

Join the HistoryMiami Flagler Street Society as we kick off the holiday season and launch Giving Tuesday.
 
Enjoy a Pisco cocktail specially made for our guests. Pair your cocktail with Latin American hors d’oeuvres as you mix ‘n mingle with Miami young professionals

Mayor’s Forum on Ending Homelessness for Homeless Awareness Day 11/15/12

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Mayor’s Forum on Ending Homelessness for Homeless Awareness Day
November 15, 2012, 8:00 am – 9:30 am
Chapman Partnership
1550 North Miami Avenue

Miami-Dade County Mayor Carlos A. Gimenez, along with The Miami-Dade County Homeless Trust, will kick off Homeless Awareness Day 2012 with the “Mayor’s Forum on Ending Homelessness.”  This business forum will be used to recognize local businesses that have a long track-record of hiring the homeless and of supporting efforts to end homelessness in ourcommunity.  In addition, an expanded and enhanced centralized employment helpline for businesses needing permanent or day-labor employees who are formerly homeless and are job-ready will be launched. The businesses to be recognized for their exemplary support of the homeless community include:
 
•  Patty King (Majesty Foods):  In the last four years, they have provided day-labor training to approximately 280 homeless or formerly homeless individuals and hired more than a dozen formerly homeless employees.
 
•   The City of Miami Beach, Public Works Department Sanitation Division, which has provided more than 10,000 hours of day labor training to homeless individuals in the past 15 years.
 
•   Macy’s Aventura and Dadeland Malls for hosting super-sized Britto Meters to collect spare change and bills; 100% percent of donations go directly to homeless services. 
 
•   Bayside Marketplace for sponsoring and installing Homeless Trust Meters since the Spare-Change Meter Program began four years ago, and donating fountain coins.

About Homeless Awareness Day:  The Miami-Dade County Homeless Trust is pleased to be the driving force behind four consecutive years of Homeless Awareness Day celebrations.  The day is designed to raise and create awareness and unify providers, our community, families andstudents in an effort to educate and inspire change, and ultimately, end homelessness.  For more information go to: www.miamidade.gov/homeless/ .

Anthony’s Light Foundation 5K Walk/Run for Carbon Monoxide Awareness 11/10/12

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Anthony’s Light Foundation 5K Walk/Run for Carbon Monoxide Awareness
Saturday, November 10, 2012 at 8:30 a.m.
Welcome speech by Vilma Perez at 9 a.m., a warm-up at 9:30 a.m. and the walk/run will start at 10 a.m.
Tropical Park Stadium
7900 SW 40th Street
Miami, FL 33155
This is event is free to the public.

Anthony’s Light Foundation, Inc. is a non-profit that was founded after the accidental carbon-monoxide poisoning death of Anthony Jason Perez, a Florida International University role model senior and Archon-President of PiKappa Phi.  The primary mission of Anthony’s Light is educating and promoting public awareness about the dangers of accidental carbon monoxide poisoning in an effort to save lives. 
 
“We believe that if we can save even one life, we have made a difference. We encourage you to join us as we SHOUT OUT the Silent Killer because one more victim to carbon monoxide poisoning is one victim too many,” said Anthony’s mother and non-profit founder Vilma Perez.
 
“Carbon monoxide is one of the deadliest of all poisons and kills hundreds of people in the United States each year.  This gas is odorless, colorless and tasteless, granting it the nickname of the Silent Killer,” added Perez.
 
Part of the event includes a Health and Wellness Fair with the presence of numerous causes and organizations.  There will be plenty of entertainment for the whole family, including music, food, raffles, give-a-ways, and face painting for the children.  The City of Sweetwater has donated off-duty police officers to help control traffic and will have its Breast Cancer Awareness and D’Amor Foundation for Autism police cars onsite.

In addition, because this event focuses on promoting safety and awareness, students in need of community service hours can receive those hours by attending.  Those students that are interested in volunteering to assist with the preparation and maintenance of the event may receive additional hours for their extended dedication and support.
 
If one would like to make a donations please do so at www.AnthonysLight.org or at the event. Bottled water and volunteers are needed.
 
You can also stay up to date with the latest news for Anthony’s Light by liking its Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/pages/Anthonys-Light-Foundation-Inc/97832892811.

New Life Community Pharmacy Presents the 18th annual Nike Florida All Star Football Game Hosted by Tournament of Champions 12/22/12

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New Life Community Pharmacy Presents the 18th annual Nike Florida All Star Football Game Hosted by Tournament of Champions
Poster Final11December 22, 2012 at 7:30pm
Traz Powell Stadium
11380 Northwest 27th Avenue
Miami Gardens, Florida

Elite South Florida Athletes Showcase their Talents and Skills

Tournament of Champions,Inc.(TOC), celebrating 20 years of fostering the academic and athletic growth of  Florida’s young aspiring athletes will host their 18th annual Nike Florida All Star Football game. New Life Community Pharmacy is the Presenting Sponsor. Tailgate activities start at 2:30pm and the game kicks off at 7:30pm. Admission is $10.00.  This is the 16th year that Nike has partnered with TOC for this competitive event. The game will include some of Florida’s most elite players  competing for the coveted notoriety title, bragging rights and scholarships.  Florida has more NFL players than any other region in the United States. In addition, Miami has more than any other city. Ninety-five percent of all NFL players born in South Florida have competed in TOC’s South Florida All-Star Football Game.

TOC continues their legacy of of producing a myriad of sporting events inclusive of the premier football and basketball events for high school athletes in South Florida. Some of the their signature events set for this year include:

TOC’s annual  "Shoot for the Stars":A Human Development/Positive Peer Leadership Training Symposium-Athletes on December 2nd from 12-3pm at the Miramar Cultural Arts Center. The symposium is designed to  educate and prepare high school student athletes for a smooth and successful grad graduation transition and subsequent collegiate matriculation. provides firsthand knowledge of what to expect as a collegiate athlete and how to balance these pressures and demands. The facilitators use presentations, role-playing, skits and interactive workshops, as well as group breakout sessions. Confirmed speakers include: Wesley Frater, John Kee , Lisa Starks, Detective Williams,Guy Wheeler, Dwight Freeman. Students must rsvp to attend.

Sunday, December 16th-Athletes to visit Baptist Children’s Hospital to spend some time with the kids and offer holiday cheer. Students set to play in the all star game are required to participate in this event.

On Friday, TOC celebrates with their annual holiday celebration Soiree on Friday, December 21, 2012. The event will be held at the JW Marquis.(255 Biscayne Boulevard Way). This event serves as an opportunity for TOC to thank all who have partnered with them to help support the young athletes of  Florida. The event is free and an RSVP is required to attend. Toys will be collected for the Nine Mile Foundation in Jamaica and distributed throughout Jamaica.

“We remain committed to providing the necessary tools that our athletes can use to help them on their journey through sports.  Preparing them life beyond sports is a crucial aspect of our program. We appreciate the support we have received to help continue foster this platform”, states TOC CEO and Founder, Wesley Frater.

“ We are dedicated to "everyday excellence" to the community we serve by continuously so this partnership with TOC is a great fit for us”, states Dr. Marsha Mallett, New Life Pharmacy.

Sponsors include Miramar Sports, Doctors Hospital Baptist Health South Florida, Warren Henry Automobile, JW Marquis Marriott, 560WQAM,South Florida High School Sports.com and Publix.

Miami Science Museum And Junior League Of Miami Opening Event for Busy Buzzing Bee Hive Children’s Exhibit 11/10/12

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Miami Science Museum And Junior League Of Miami Opening Event for Busy Buzzing Bee Hive Children’s Exhibit
Saturday, Nov. 10, 10:30–11:30 a.m.: Exhibit opens, presentation and activities
Miami Science Museum Discovery Room
3280 South Miami Avenue
Miami, FL 33129

Free for Junior League of Miami members and their children. General public: included with Museum admission. Students (with valid ID), seniors (62+) and children 3 – 12, $10.95; adults are $14.95. Admission is free for Miami Science Museum members and children under 3. Parking is free.

The public is invited to attend the official opening of the Miami Science Museum’s and Junior League of Miami, Inc.’s new “Busy Buzzing Bee Hive” observation exhibit for parents and children. Members of the Junior League, their children and representatives of the Museum will unveil the exhibit. Attendees will enjoy an opening presentation by beekeeper Inese Bunch from Bunch Farms, LLC, who was integral to the creation of the exhibit, along with the unveiling of the exhibit and a bee puppet show.
 
The Junior League of Miami, which takes pride in having founded the Miami Science Museum as a community children’s museum in 1949, donated $5,000 to create the exhibit. Junior League members also assisted in developing hands-on activities for small children related to the bee hive exhibit, which will be available on an ongoing basis in the Museum’s early childhood Discovery Room. These activities are part of the Museum’s ECHOS® (Early Childhood Hands-On Science) comprehensive early childhood science curriculum.
 
By observing the bees up close in their hive, parents and children will learn about the importance of relationships between animals (including humans) and plants (pollination), become more aware of agricultural practices (honey production), and witness non-human systems of communication, social organization and cooperation (the bee hive).
 
Bunch Farms beekeepers retrieved the exhibit’s bees from an avocado tree behind the Museum building, transported them to the farm where they observed and maintained them for a while, and later installed the hives in their new permanent location at the Museum. This process was necessary so that the bees would accept their new “home” at the Museum, and not return to the avocado tree.
 
“Honey bees are an engaging subject to which both parents and children can easily relate,” said Miami Science Museum CEO & President Gillian Thomas. “We would like to thank Junior League of Miami President Katie Lane Arriola and past President Dana Martorella for the League’s dedication to creating and giving continued support to the exhibit, and to Bunch Farms for providing us with their expertise and passion for bees.”

Photographs of Gringo Bingo at Wood Tavern on 11/7/12

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Gringo Bingo at Wood Tavern on Wednesday, November 7, 2012.  Yo Miami’s brought bingo but with this bingo you can win free booze, tacos and other really cool prizes. Daniel Reskin is the host and  he is so funny and entertaining when he calls out the numbers.  I won this week, I got an awesome t-shirt and a free drink so you too can win next month.  See you there!!!!!!!! BINGO

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CANCELLED Miami Jazz Fest 11/17/12-11/18/12

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THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED
Miami Jazz Fest
November 17th & 18th
Klipsch Amphitheater At Bayfront Park
www.miamijazzfest.com

Tickets On Sale Now!

Tired of Jazz Festivals that aren’t really Jazz Festivals? Well look no more!

The Miami Jazz Festâ„¢ is Jazz, pure Jazz! Scheduled for November 17th and 18th at the Klipsch Amphitheater at Bayfront Park adjacent to Biscayne Bay in Downtown Miami, the event promises to be a line-up of quality Jazz performances that will capture the excitement of fans throughout South Florida and beyond.

“There are many music festivals that call themselves ‘Jazz’ events, but are all too often watered down with other types of music” says event founder and producer, Carmen J. Cartiglia. “The Miami Jazz Festâ„¢ will be going back to the basics and will bring in some exceptional true jazz artists from around the world.”

Saturday night, November 17th will be dedicated to the exotic performances of Brazilian Jazz artists. It will feature a star studded line up of international musicians to introduce you to the unique and varied styles of Brazilian Jazz.

Then Sunday’s focus, November 18th, including Jazz great Monty Alexander, will be an all-day event that will bring in some swinging, no nonsense, straight ahead Jazz performances by world renowned musicians from across the globe. This will be a REAL Jazz Festival with the very best musicians the Jazz world has to offer coming together to create an experience not to be missed!

In addition to Monty Alexander performing on Sunday night, among the artists currently scheduled to perform are: Saturday night, dedicated to the sound of Jazz in Brazil, Trio De Paz, Maucha Adnet, Patty Ascher, Antonio Adolfo, and Joe Carter; and the line up on Sunday includes Mike DiRubbo, Don Friedman, Bucky Pizzarelli, Jack Wilkins, Jesse Jones, Warren Chaisson, Giacomo Gates and Bobby Lee Rogers Trio.

“We’re going ‘Old School’ for this event and bringing the people of Miami a true Jazz event that they can be proud of!” Mr. Cartiglia goes on to say that “this is the start of an annual Jazz festival that will grow with each year and establish Miami as the home for ‘True Jazz’ and the revival Jazz is enjoying.”

Tickets are on sale now for the Miami Jazz Festâ„¢ November 17th and 18th at the Klipsch Amphitheater at Bayfront Park. Advance two-day tickets are $130.00 for Reserved Seats and $110.00 for the Festival Lawn. Individual Day tickets are also available in advance: Saturday Reserved Seats are $55.00 and $45.00 for the Festival Lawn; Sunday all-day tickets are $90.00 for Reserved Seats and $75.00 for Festival Lawn and Evening only tickets are $55.00 for Reserved Seats and $45.00 for Festival Lawn. VIP packages are also available. Doors open 4:30PM on Saturday, November 17th and 12:30PM on Sunday, November 18th for all day tickets. Doors open for the evening performance on Sunday at 6PM. To purchase tickets go to www.livenation.com or charge by phone: 1-800-745-3000.

All dates, acts and ticket prices are subject to change without notice. All tickets are subject to applicable taxes, parking and service and handling charges.

A portion of each ticket sold will go to the American Society For Scleroderma Research, a grass roots non-profit organization founded in 2004. Scleroderma is an autoimmune disease affecting individuals of all age ranges, including children. To learn more about Scleroderma and A.S.F.S.R. please visit: www.ASFSR.org

Miami Jazz Fest is also proud to be partnering with the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO) as one of only seven Festivals featured in their National Tour With The Music Industry. Hospice assists terminally ill patients and their families. For many years hospices have used music as a powerful tool to bring comfort and hope to those they care for. Both industries now joining together for a greater good.

A Visual Diary of Jaime Ferreyros photography show 11/10/12

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A Visual Diary of Jaime Ferreyros photography show
98Saturday, November 10th from 7-10pm
The Lunch Box Gallery 
310 NW. 24th St.
Miami, FL 33127
www.thelunchboxgallery.com  

A Visual Diary of Jaime Ferreyros is about the everyday journey of a man who finds himself in deep connectedness with his iPhone… every step of his way. This show is exactly the brief, overt result of those private dialogues between Ferreyros’ personal eye and the eye of his device. His point of view shapes the world he sees, as soon as his iPhone then reinterprets what he wants it to interpret, once again. A fresh and spontaneous image is charged with mood and even with time, through additives like textures, scratches, blurs and vignettes, giving us the clues to his wide sensitivity: from nostalgia to logic, from curiosity to abstractionism, they all become part of this visual diary of his inner world.
 
Creativity and technology are automatically married when speaking of such an in-vogue trend like iPhoneography, where taking and editing pictures with the Apple’s iPhone becomes to many, an individual process of artistically documenting and registering "that" which immediately surrounds them.

1960s Garage Bands with Jeff Lemlich 11/17/12

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1960s Garage Bands with Jeff Lemlich
savagelostSaturday, November 17 at 2pm
Historymiami
101 West Flagler Street
Miami, FL 33130
www.historymiami.org

Members: FREE Non-Members: FREE with general museum admission ($8)

Do you remember where you were when you first heard the Beatles?  In 1964, rock was pop, and performing in a band was hip. Inspired by the Fab Four, teen bands in Miami played local gigs and opened for national headliners. Join music historian Jeff Lemlich, author of  "Savage Lost: Florida Garage Bands, The ’60s and Beyond," for a discussion of Miami’s garage band scene in the 1960s.

After – School All – Stars and Nicole Shelley Present Superfest 2012 12/1/12

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After – School All – Stars and Nicole Shelley Present Superfest 2012
WNdKaDecember 1, 2012, 9am-4pm
FIU Modesto Maidique Campus
11200 SW 8th Street
Miami, FL 33199

South Florida After – School All – Stars and Nicole Shelley unite to evolve generations of youth. 
Aspiring to increase public awareness and patronage in addition to attracting a new and broader audience, South Florida After-School All-Stars (SFASAS), one of South Florida’s most reputable and prominent organizations, providing comprehensive, school based after school programs for the inner city youth, has united with Nicole Shelley Inc (NSI), a one source solution for business development, to reach its most exigent objectives.

Designed to transform the lives of inner city youth through sports, health and wellness, academics and personal development, the Inner City Games Foundation was founded in Los Angeles California by Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger in 1992. Subsequently, in 1995, the Inner City Games was later renamed After-School All-Stars.  With the adoption of the new name, the South Florida chapter has been on a steadfast mission to better impact the lives of inner city students. 4000 plus students and 32 schools later, South Florida After-School All-Stars offers multiple programs comprising of fitness and health, sports, academics, and enrichment activities to keep the communities and its youth secure while presenting them with vital, favorably life altering and indelible instruments to aid them in school and in life. “The South Florida After-School All-Stars is a great organization that provides a much needed free service across the nation! For me it was a NO-BRAINER to dedicate some of my time, talents, and treasures to this incredible foundation”, says Jason T. Quimby, SFASAS Board Member and Fundraising Chairman.  “In South Florida we do a great job with the program and our kids but the general public does not know much about what we do.  Through our relationship with Nicole Shelley Inc., we are encouraged to make sure that by the end of 2013 SFASAS will be visually present within our community.  I know there are many more people just like me who will be willing to contribute their time, talents, and treasures to helping our most needy middle school kids thrive.”       

After a decade of event production in the South Florida community, Nicole Shelley Inc. has underscored its focus on business and organizational development by employing its most relevant services inclusive of event and project management with strategic integrated public relations and marketing to reach the most compelling needs of its clients and associates. NSI is slated to oversee ongoing community outreach and fundraising goals for SFASAS, the architect of a platform of awareness generation and meaningful fundraising while simultaneously managing to conflate successful businesses, community leaders, celebrity icons and not for profits in a commonality designed to triumph all parties collectively, most of all our youth. NSI’s fundraising portfolio of local, national and international clients and associates can anticipate a unique invitation and opportunity to constitute a bevy of diverse entities designed to catapult the SFASAS’s initiative in championship of our community’s future. 

We are honored to herald the significance and efficacy of such a vital program. Irrespective of income level, the SFASAS program positively benefits everyone in our community working collectively to not only educate our youth, inadvertently support our local workforce, commence early training of future community leaders and keep our communities healthy and safe. Few other programs can boast this pervasive amalgam and outreach stemming from one source. This integrated effort is certain to impact the lives of generations of children and our community now and for years to come, states Nicole Shelley Greenidge, Executive Director of Nicole Shelley Inc. 

South Florida After-School All-Stars and NSI will maximize awareness and garner indefatigable mainstay from the local community for its programs through a series of engaged and uniquely enticing events. We culminate the school year with Superfest, slated for December 1, 2012, arguably one of the largest and most revered kids festivals in the state, hosting 1700 kids and their families for one full day. This colossal kids “mecca”, now in its fifteenth year is shrouded in numerous sports tournaments, entertainment, food and beverage and awards with the maxim placed on physical activity, family involvement and elimination of stereotypes. Trailing this event, in the Spring of 2013, SFASAS will host its annual gala in unprecedented style with special celebrity guests from various genres and industries locally and nationally convening on one stage to support our youth and community. 
For more information or contribute to SFASAS, please contact Sean Prospect at 305-576-4026 or visit sfasas.org

The Betsy Kicks Off Annual Season of Gratitude with Screening of Nothing Can Be Done But Something Can be Said: A Documentary Collage/Homage 11/11/12

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The Betsy Kicks Off Annual Season of Gratitude with Screening of  Nothing Can Be Done But Something Can be Said: A Documentary Collage/Homage
Sunday, November 11 at 4 p.m.
The Betsy South Beach
1440 Ocean Drive
Miami Beach
www.thebetsyhotel.com

The Betsy South Beach kicks off its Third Annual Season of Gratitude on Veteran’s Day with a screening of Nothing Can Be Done But Something Can Be Said: A Documentary Collage/Homage created by The Betsy South Beach on The John Lennon Educational Tour Bus by emerging filmmaker, Seamus Harte.  The movie combines war poetry and footage based on the stories and sacrifices of veterans, placed against the backdrop of the role South Florida (and specifically South Beach) played as home to the Southern Command during World War II. This screening is free and open to the public with seating reserved for Wounded Warriors of Southern Florida.   The Betsy is ADA-accessible, but call ahead for special accommodations. 
 
The Betsy’s co-host for the kick-off event is writer and literary scholar Edward Moran, the movie’s narrator, who will speak briefly about the work of “soldier poet” Hyam Plutzik  (1911-1962). Hyam Plutzik, Betsy owner Jonathan Plutzik’s father, wrote a poem from which the last line, Nothing Can Be Done But Something Can be Said, was borrowed as inspiration, and then used as the title for the film. Moran, who will be a visiting writer-in-residence in The Writer’s Room at The Betsy, will also share several poems by other soldier poets, including Brian Turner, an Orlando-based poet whose poem, The Hurt Locker, was made into another award-winning movie. Turner will follow Mr. Moran as visiting writer in The Writer’s Room at The Betsy during the last week of November 2012.  (TheBetsyWritersRoom.com).
 
The Betsy’s Season of Gratitude, designed to salute the spirit of the fall holiday season while embracing the ‘one world’ model, runs until Valentine’s Day (February 14) and features wide-ranging events including a dinner donated by BLT Steak to Camillus House for Thanksgiving.  A Wish Tree, to be located in the hotel lobby, is installed throughout the season in cooperation with the Yoko Ono Wish Tree Project.  During Valentine’s Week, The Betsy invites artists to celebrate the culture of community through a series of salons and exhibitions. Decorations prominent in the hotel during the Season of Gratitude are called ‘Green Gracias’, a concept created by The Betsy partner roots&roots, exploring the power of green. There are also project initiatives that take place throughout the year and are realized through The Betsy’s ongoing programs in philanthropy, arts and culture.

Umber Bandi-Ville & Vidal 11/10/12

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Umber Bandi-Ville & Vidal
Saturday, 11/10/2012, 10:00 pm – 05:00 am
umbervidal-vibe1110The Vagabond
30 NE 14 Street,
Miami, Florida 33139
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the vagabond
presents
umber bandi-ville
& vidal
hosted by
back door bamby
live performance by
adora
featuring live & in the flesh…
bamby’s notorious sex kittens & naught misfits
resident djs
brad strickland . ray milian .
ryan evans . carmel ophir .
in the garden: the smoke-out bbq
with dj a-train
complimentary absolut vodka cocktails 10-11pm
back door bamby
http://facebook.com/backdoorbamby

Miami Mix 2012 11/10/12

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Miami Mix 2012
Saturday, 11/10/2012, 06:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Miami-Mix-2012-tallWynwood Warehouse Project
450 NW 27th St.,
Miami, Florida 33127
Webpage Link

MIAMI MIX 2012 at the THE WAREHOUSE PROJECT

The Art Place Wynwood, presents Miami Mix 2012 opening in their second location THE
WAREHOUSE PROJECT. Opening Reception is Saturday Nov. 10 , 6-10 PM during the
Wynwood Art Walk. The Exhibition will run from Nov. 10 – Dec. 10, 2012.

The Art Place Wynwood is thrilled to announce the Grand Opening of THE WAREHOUSE
PROJECT! After 4 years on NW 2nd Avenue we have acquired a 7300 square foot warehouse
in the Heart of Wynwood. This is our second location, we are NOT moving, we are growing!
Now with two locations we can continue to provide a multitude of opportunities to local and
international artists. Join us next second Saturday to witness the launching of Miami Mix 2012,
our artist showcase for ART BASEL WEEK!

We will also have a live musical performance by ANIMAL SPOUSE a licenced Massage therapist and Becks Beer!

THE WAREHOUSE PROJECT
450 NW 27th St. Miami, FL 33127

ARTISTS
Marcela Garcia Bonini / Rishona Cann / Toa Castellanos / Claudia Di Paolo / Sol Gersh / Mark Gonzalez
/ Cory Hunter / Carolina Llano / Maranesi / Scott Marsicano / Alexis Martinez / Beatrice
McClelland / Lauren Ashley Munoz / Michelle Oravitz / Miguel Payano / Christy Perez / Judy
Polstra / Juan Restrepo / Dlynn Roll / Santiago Rueda / April Saler / Dale Stryker / Sacha Suarez

Sinbad Sports in Seminole Paradise Hosts Live! Sports Memorabilia Auction 11/16/12

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Sinbad Sports in Seminole Paradise Hosts Live! Sports Memorabilia Auction
Friday, 11/16/2012, 08:00 pm –
Sinbad Sports in Seminole Paradise at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
1 Seminole Way,
Hollywood, Florida 33314
Webpage Link

Sinbad Sports located in Seminole Paradise at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino will be hosting a live auction of over 300 rare and collectible items from some of Florida’s and the nation’s greatest athletes. Portions of the Proceeds to Benefit Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Foundation

The store will also host a live broadcast of the Marvin Jones Radio Show. Door prizes and other take homes will be given away throughout the event.

A sample of items to be auctioned includes:

• Signed NFL helmets
• Dan Marino memorabilia
• Rollie Fingers signed frames
• Miami Heat memorabilia
• New York Yankees memorabilia
• Lebron James painting
• Mike Tyson signed boxing glove
• NFL and MLB collage frames
• Team-signed Miami Heat Jersey
• Signed baseballs and footballs.

An online preview of the items is available at www.jaysugarman.com

MCM and My Trail Music presents: LATINOS UNIDOS 11/10/12

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MCM and My Trail Music presents: LATINOS UNIDOS
Saturday, 11/10/2012, 12:00 pm – 05:30 am
Flyer_LatinosUnidos_PostBayside Hut
3501 Rickenbacker Causeway,
Key Biscayne, Florida 33130
Webpage Link

MCM and My Trail Music presents: LATINOS UNIDOS at Bayside Hut
LATINOS UNIDOS is THE FIRST MUSIC AND ARTS FESTIVAL by MCM (Magic City Music and My Trail Music) happening in Key Biscayne – be part of this. Join us in this multi-cultural event. Two stages, fine artists, vendors, food, fun.

LINEUP/SCHEDULE
12:00 — 12:20 (TIKI STAGE) – Emily Tosta
12:20 — 12:40 (MAIN STAGE) – Alexis Salgado
12:40 — 1:00 (TIKI STAGE) – Scenerio
1:20 — 1:45 (MAIN STAGE) – Ramon ReVere
1:45 — 2:10 (TIKI STAGE) – Audio Clip
2:10 — 2:40 (MAIN STAGE) – Area 313
2:40 — 3:10 (TIKI STAGE) – Marz planet
3:10 — 3:40 (MAIN STAGE) – La Revo
3:40 — 4:10 (TIKI STAGE) – Jae Mazor
4:20 — 4:50 (MAIN STAGE) – Kill that rooster
5:00 — 5:30 (TIKI STAGE) – Flesh and Stone
5:30 — 6:10 (MAIN STAGE) – Vis Major
6:10 — 6:40 (TIKI STAGE) – Natures Fury
6:45 — 7:15 (MAIN STAGE) – Warrick
7:15 — 7:45 (TIKI STAGE) – Grind
7:45 — 8:20 (MAIN STAGE) – Anger
8:20 — 8:45 (TIKI STAGE) – MindYou
8:45 — 9:30 (MAIN STAGE) – Askultura
9:30 — 10:00 (TIKI STAGE) – Shako
10:00 — 10:45 (MAIN STAGE) – Endo
10:45 — 11:15(TIKI STAGE) – Origen
11:15 — 11:45 (MAIN STAGE) – Vanessa Cruz
11:55 — 12:25 (MAIN STAGE) – Trudy and Black Lillith
12:40 — 1:20 (MAIN STAGE) – SevenSins
1:30 — 2:10 (MAIN STAGE) – Revolution
2:30-???
DeeJay X Seven
DJ Chaos

*plus special guests!

Sponsors:
www.mytrailmusic.com
www.criticalrecordingstudio.com
www.boogietek.com

Admission: $10
FREE PARKING

Facebook event:
https://www.facebook.com/events/268863176565281/

Xibie 305 984 3889

Be part of the Secret Societe Fridays @ Gavanna Miami 11/9/12

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Be part of the Secret Societe Fridays @ Gavanna Miami
Friday, 11/09/2012, 11:30 pm – 05:00 am
secret-societe-mem11.09Gavanna Miami
10 NE 40TH St,,
Miami, Florida 33137
Facebook Link

SECRET SOCIETIE

:::::: FRIDAYS AT GAVANNA MIAMI :::::

Lights, music, freedom and all the things in between are what makes Gavanna what it is, a place where vibe dictates a night, that is lived without boundaries. Born from the simple idea that enjoying the pleasures of life shouldn’t have to be complicated and might take you away from the masses, into the sophistication that Design District hides.

Say invited by MEXICANOS EN MIAMI at the door for Complimentary Admission before 12AM!

Sounds by
DJ NIKOLAS
& ANDRES PUERTA

GAVANNA MIAMI
10 NE 40TH St, Miami, FL

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The best of Miami by the Mexicans in Miami

Join us on the different professional, social and recreational activities we organize, get to know our vibrant community of Mexicans in Miami, be aware of the best Mexican restaurants in town, be part of our celebrations enjoying our Traditions, Tequila & Mariachis and become a friend of Mexico!

Stay connected on:

Facebook – www.facebook.com/MexicanosEnMiami
Twitter – www.twitter.com/MexicanosEnMIA
LinkedIN – linkd.in/mexicanosenmiami

A Night of Charity & Fashion 12/1/12

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A Night of Charity & Fashion
Saturday, 12/01/2012, 06:00 pm – 11:00 pm
SOBreathe
401 W Atlantic Avenue,
Delray Beach, Florida 33444
Webpage Link

A Night of Charity & Fashion in Delray Beach, FL
on popular Atlantic Avenue. Come out and support
Toys for Tots and Miami Childrens Hospital. A portion
the proceeds will benefit Miami Childrens Hospital. Bring
an unwrapped toy and recieve complimentary drink!
$30 in Advance and $35 at the door.

‘for artists….BY ARTISTS’ presents the launch of *SECOND SUNDAY* featuring YURI TUMA 11/11/12

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‘for artists….BY ARTISTS’ presents the launch of *SECOND SUNDAY* featuring YURI TUMA
Sunday, 11/11/2012, 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
faba1111Haven Lounge
1237 Lincoln Road,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
Facebook Link

The 42st installation of “for artists….BY ARTISTS”presents the launch of *SECOND SUNDAY* featuring a sneak peek of Mirroring Imagist YURI TUMA’S “SYM CITY”

The objective of ‘for artists……BY ARTISTS’ (www.facebook.com/forartistsByArtists) is to create a social colony for artists from all disciplines of the arts with the focal point being on painters, photographers, designers and sculptors. Utilization of the technology at Haven and maximizing its potential is what sets this weekly exhibition apart from ot
hers.
_______________________________________________________

YURI TUMA

Garden Your Mind

To explain my work I first have to explain what confusion means to me. I see confusion as the amount of time our mind spends on being undecided between infinite choices in an uncertain moment! I see my artistic journey as “Confusion Study”. Most of my work is derived from that inspiration and desire to study the transitory moment between uncertainty and knowledge. For the past 4 years I have been exploring shapes and textures through photography applying digitally only a mirror image technique. They provide me with an accessible tool to communicate with and explore the mind.

So far, my “Confusion Study” has had three different approaches, resulting into three different photographical “series” or “collections”; titled as following: “Roof Less”, “Garden” and “Metropolis”.

The “Garden” Series is a collection of natural subjects transformed into abstract subjects. The mind, if taken care of as one would care for their garden, can reach infinity, for a garden is forever in growth (if unobstructed). These photographical creations are meant to promote a new mindset: “To Garden Your Mind”, a mindset of awareness development and infinite perceptions!

In the “Metropolis” and “Roof Less” Series I use designs formed through architectural textures in order to present a different way to perceive city-like structures. The inspiration usually comes from shapes, colors and materials. Just as in “Garden”, these two series reflect a mindset of cultivating a different way to receive information.

www.yurituma.com
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Resident Music Composers: Cales & Mr.Hyde

Special Guest DJ’s: Amalia Leandro & DJ DANK

LIVE Performance by: BROOKLYN RED

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ENJOY OUR ARTISTS DINNER SPECIAL PAIRING MENU BY
elit By Stoli…

Dinner Reservations are highly recommended for this event.

elit by Stoli Dinner Pairing/Menu
$40 (Tax and gratuity not included)
RSVP for Dinner: 305.987.8885 or info@havenLounge.com

Mixology by Isaac Grillo

Culinary Cuisine prepared by Chef Todd Erickson

elit by STOLI…Cocktail Creations by Mixologist Isaac Grillo

HOSTED BY: SANDRA GARCIA, ROD PRATT
PROJECTION DESIGN BY: Ricardo Agudelo
CURATED BY: JOHN HOOD

Haven South Beach
1237 Lincoln Road
Miami Beach, FL 33139

RSVP: 305.987.8885

Art-filled evening at Hotel Urbano 11/15/12

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Art-filled evening at Hotel Urbano
Wednesday, 11/15/2012, 07:00 pm – 09:30 pm
evite3Hotel Urbano
2500 Brickell Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33129
Webpage Link

Join us Thursday, November 15th for an art-filled evening at Hotel Urbano! Enjoy poolside cocktails, check out the new collection from Art Fusion Galleries and meet the artists, have yourself sketched by Erin Una, and groove to the tunes of The French Horn! Music curated by PAX.

FREE. RSVP Required

Photographs of Wine Down Wednesdays at HistoryMiami on 11/7/12

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Wine Down Wednesdays at HistoryMiami on Wednesday, November 7, 2012..  I love  HistoryMiami, always has the best exhibits and Wine Down Wednesday is the best time to go and see the museum.  Clos Bistro & Cafe has been catering with some amazing wines, empanadas and dessert.  Remember it is the first Wednesday of every month.  See you next month!!

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Visual Dialogue 12/5/12

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Visual Dialogue
Wednesday, 12/05/2012, 06:00 pm – 10:00 am
Visual-DialoguesFLyerThe Art place Wynwood
2722 NW 2nd Ave,
Miami, Florida 33127
Webpage Link

The Art Place Wynwood, presents Visual Dialogue, a showcase of 12 artists during ART BASEL WEEK 2012. Exhibitions runs from December 1 – 17th, 2012. The gallery is hosting an Opening Reception on Wednesday, December 5th, 6-9 PM.

Director, Danilo Gonzalez, has this to say about “Visual Dialogue”.

“When I arrived in the Wynwood Art District four years ago the future of Wynwood was far from certain. Today, we see that the Art District is at a crucial point in its development process. My position as both an artist and a gallery director has provided me an unique perspective on these changes. I have witnessed the area transform itself into the interesting and stylish community that it is today. This has given me the opportunity to work with international artists such as Sara Roitman, the impressive photographer from Ecuador; Ada Balcacer, Eliu Almonte and Grimaldy Polanco from the Dominican Republic; extraordinary German expressionist Horst Kohem; and established artist, Delia Solari from Argentina.

Wynwood has attracted Florida talents too, including sculptor, Deborah Gregg, environmentally conscious painter, Molly Bo, painter and spacial designer Debra Yates, abstract painter, Lauren Fogg and prominent artist, Carol Fryd. It is obvious that the Wynwood Art District has become a meeting point in the global art community for artists and art appreciators alike. I am proud to present “Visual Dialogues,” an exhibition whose objective is to expose the interconnection between different generations and the perspective of each artist that are connected yet different.

Together we are carving a space in the art world for the future of Wynwood.”

Photographs by Anthony Jordon of Bad Panda Opening Night at Blu Moon Studio on 11/3/12

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Photographs taken by Anthony Jordon from Vince Herrera a/k/a BAD Panda’s Opening Night at Blu Moon Studio on Saturday, November 3, 2012.

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

November Kickoff Cocktail featuring William Calvo 11/9/12

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November Kickoff Cocktail featuring William Calvo
Friday, 11/09/2012, 06:00 pm – 08:00 pm
William-Calvo-FlyerInterContinental at Doral Miami
2505 NW 87th Ave,
Doral, Florida 33172
Facebook Link

On November 9th, The InterContinental at Doral Miami is hosting its November Kickoff Cocktail featuring local sculptor, William Calvo, as part of its 2012 Artist Series. This month’s event will have an international flavor.
This month’s artist, William Calvo, is a Colombian-born sculptor whose work reflects a sense of strain by incorporating two contrasting aspects simultaneously: silence and the will to speak. His sculptures also reflect how human beings must struggle to comprehend, digest, and react to devastating violence like events that have clawed and ripped their way across Colombia, his homeland, over the past few decades.
This year was an important year in the trade and international arena between South Florida and Colombia, as the Free-Trade Agreement went into effect and Colombia is already South Florida’s #3 trade partner. This month’s Artist Series event will reflect how trade between countries is not just about hard goods, but human capital as well. Influential Colombians in the community will be recognized and the featured artist will present a sculpture to the Consul General of Colombia at the event as well.

International Afro-Caribbean Roots Rock Party Reggae Dancehal Cumbia Ska Hip-Hop Raggamuffin Dub 11/17/12

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International Afro-Caribbean Roots Rock Party! – Reggae ~ Dancehal ~ Cumbia ~ Ska ~ Hip-Hop ~ Raggamuffin ~ Dub
Saturday, 11/17/2012, 10:00 pm – 02:00 am
187767_162333483909233_1683036336_nPAX
337 S.W. 8 St. Miami, Fl. 33130,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link

International Afro-Caribbean Roots Rock Party!

Saturday November 17 – PAX, South Florida’s finest Performing Arts eXchange and Live Music venue brings you Miami’s hottest up-and-coming world dance party combining the best alternative fusion sounds of Reggae ~ Dancehall ~ Ska ~ Cumbia ~ Latin Alternative ~ Soca ~ Merengue ~ Samba ~ Hip-Hop ~ and way much more!!

Villa 221 Art Walk After Party + Fame Group Art Show 11/10/12

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Villa 221 Art Walk After Party + Fame Group Art Show
Saturday, 11/10/2012, 10:00 pm – 04:00 am
art_show_smallerVilla 221
221 N.E. 17th street,
Miami, Florida 33137
Facebook Link

This Saturday at VILLA our monthly Art Walk after party:

We will have multiple rooms with different DJ’s from 10p-4a +

A special art show presented by: FAME GROUP from 11p-2a

W/ $7 Shots + Cocktails Of Hornitos, Pinnacle, And Devils Cut

Rose Max at PAX! 11/29/12

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Rose Max at PAX!
Thursday, 11/29/2012, 08:00 pm – 02:00 am
rosemax2-199x300PAX
337 SW 8th St.,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link

Every last Thursday, South Florida’s favorite Brazilian singer Rose Max and her amazing guitarist Ramatis Moraes fire up the dance floor at PAX with an authentic night of classic samba music inspired by the nightclubs of the Lapa neighborhood of Rio de Janeiro. Accompanied by a pulsating band and an amazing percussion section, Rose and Ramatis will make you dance, sing and smile all night long.

International Mani-cure of Mystery 11/9/12

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International Mani-cure of Mystery
Friday, 11/09/2012, 09:00 am – 09:00 pm
OPI-SkyfallAveda Seven Seas Spa & Salon
16701 Collins Ave. ,
Sunny Isles Beach, Florida 33160
Webpage Link

The Aveda Seven Seas Spa & Salon is helping fashion assassins nail their next outing and celebrate the 50th anniversary of the 007 James Bond series with a Aveda Elemental Nature Manicure for $15 (reg. $20) with any of the new OPI Skyfall polishes. Every manicure is accompanied by a complimentary dirty martini, served shaken not stirred.

Indulge in any of the 12 new death defying shades from the limited edition holiday collection ranging from Golden Eye, a sparkling gold glitter; Die Another Day, a bold red; Tomorrow Never Dies, a deep, cobalt blue or The World is Not Enough, a rich gunmetal gray.

Conjunto Progreso & Los Herederos at PAX! 11/30/12

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Conjunto Progreso & Los Herederos at PAX!
Friday, 11/30/2012, 10:00 pm – 02:00 am
87-atlg4PAX
337 SW 8th St.,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link

Doors: 10:00 pm / Show: 11:00 pm
Led by singer Johnny Aguilo, Conjunto Progresso is considered one of the finest “keepers-of-the-flame” orchestras in the states. The conjunto sound, replete with tres finesse (Jose Elias), with powerful sones and deep-groove descarga jams, is alive and well.

Miami’s Independent Thinkers Art Basel 2012 12/6/12-12/9/12

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MIT_logoMiami’s Independent Thinkers Art Basel 2012
December 6th-9th, 2012
Thursday 5pm-9pm (VIP/PRESS), Friday 5pm-2am, Saturday 5pm-2am, Sunday, 1pm-5pm
The Armory Studios
572 NW 23rd Street
Wynwood FL 33127
Cost: $10. Free–VIP passes

Art Basel satellite fair dedicated to showcasing local artists announces location for the 4th edition event, December 6th-9th, 2012 at The Armory Studios.

Kerry McLaney (305 Creative Group), Heather Read, Sara Read and Laraine Hart present Miami’s Independent Thinkers ART BASEL 2012, a collaborative multimedia art exhibition showcasing Miami’s premiere, emerging and young artists. To be held at The Armory Studios, a 3,000 sq ft interior + 5,000 sq ft exterior warehouse space located in the heart of the Wynwood Arts District.

The 4-day fair aims to feature local artists working across a range of media – painters, photographers, filmmakers, sculptors, animators, writers, musicians, muralists, performance and new media artists. The fair will run from December 6th-9th, 2012 during Art Basel and will include live music, DJs, performance art, fashion and gastronomic edibles.

Again this year, Miami’s Independent Thinkers ART BASIL 2012, a co-op farmers market featuring organic fruits, vegetables, herbs, body products, baby products, vegan treats, yoga, sustainable clothes, accessories and kids activities. Will also include eco-friendly designers and artists.

Miami’s Independent Thinkers Artist Lineup:
Alfredo Perez; Alissa Alfonso; Andres Dominguez; Annie Y. Saldaña; Arnold Steiner; Art of Shade; Ashley Elizabeth Craig; Barbara M de Varona; Betsy Gandy; Breanna Elise Murphey; Carla Fache; Christian Hogue; Cindy Seip; Corey W. Campbell; Cynthia Mason; Dan Walker; Denise Diaz; Emerson Calderon; Erika Garcia; Gary Zimmerer; George Goodridge; Gerry Stecca; Gina Cunningham; Gretchen Scharnagl; Henry Ballate; Humberto M. Vento; Ivan Albreht; Jel Martinez; Jennifer Kay; John Pack; JuanCarlos Bravo; Katia Danilova; Lidija Slavkovic; Lori Nozick; Lorie Setton; Luis Arturo Mora; Maitejosune Urrechaga; Natasha Middagh; Orestes De La Paz; Rod Deal; Shades of Earth; Stefan Von Fouts; Taylor Pilote; Tracy Cristal; Vince BadPanda Herrera; Xiomara Ponce; Zak Hemsteger

Band Sets Include:
Albert Vargas + Oscar Guardado; Arboles Libres (acoustic) ; Flesh and Stone ; niki em; Talking Dogs

DJ Sets Include:
Aubrey Russell; Bonnie Beats; DJ Essential 6; DJ V; Gooddroid; Grace Jones; Haitian Hillbilly; Matt-E Love; Patrick Griffin; Ray Milian; Reset; Stravinsky (Cosmic Chronic Records)

Miami’s Independent Thinkers is a non-profit organization dedicated to the unity, development and promotion of Miami’s flourishing art community. Our assemblage embraces established, emerging and young artists, visionaries and intellectuals.

Our mission is to provide a sustainable support base for Miami’s creative community, including: painters, photographers, filmmakers, sculptors, animators, writers, musicians, performance and new media artists.

Please follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram or visit our website, www.MiamiThinkers.com for more information on who we are and our mission

Dunkin’ Donuts Launches Community Cups to Fight Hunger 11/5/12-11/18/12

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Dunkin’ Donuts Launches “Community Cups” to Fight Hunger

Fundraising Campaign to Benefit Feeding South Florida™ and The Dunkin’ Donuts & Baskin-Robbins Community Foundation
 
Dunkin’ Donuts, America’s favorite all-day, everyday stop for coffee and baked goods, has partnered with Feeding South Florida to collect donations in all of its South Florida restaurants from November 5 – 18 – just in time for Thanksgiving.  A portion of the proceeds will also benefit the Southeast chapter of the Dunkin’ Donuts & Baskin-Robbins Community Foundation (DDBRCF). The mission of The DDBRCF is to serve our neighborhoods by supporting initiatives that address hunger, safety and children’s health.
 
“With almost one million of our neighbors, including over 340,000 children going to bed hungry in South Florida every night, Feeding South Florida is thrilled to be partnering with Dunkin’ Donuts,” said Paco Velez, CEO and president. “We are truly grateful for their leadership and impact this campaign will have on the local community.”
 
During the campaign, $1 donations will be collected to support Feeding South Florida and The DDBRCF at all participating locations from the Treasure Coast to the Keys.  For each donation, guests will receive a “Community Cup” to sign and display in the restaurant. Fifty percent of the proceeds will be donated to Feeding South Florida to help fight the war on hunger in local communities. The remaining fifty percent will be donated to The DDBRCF and will be designated for grants to local charities in the Southeast that focus on hunger relief, safety and children’s health.
 
"It’s amazing to realize that Dunkin’ Donuts can truly make a difference in our local communities, especially knowing that a $1 donation will provide five and a half meals to our neighbors through Feeding South Florida,” said Melissa Goulette, Dunkin’ Donuts field marketing manager. “Through The Dunkin’ Donuts & Baskin-Robbins Community Foundation (DDBRCF), we are committed to giving back to the communities where we live and work, and look forward to further supporting local charities in the Southeast that focus on hunger relief, safety and children’s health.”

latinbiz 12th anniversary networking event 11/13/12

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latinbiz 12th anniversary networking event
653Tuesday, November 13, 2012, 6:00pm until 8:30pm
Doubletree Miami Hotel and Miami Airport Convention Center
711 NW 72nd Ave
Miami, Florida 33126

Happy Endings Bring Harmonious Beginnings

$10 admission includes complimentary drink, appetizers, entry to grand prize valued at $12,000, networking, and a fabulous Hora Loca finale! 
50% of our cash raffle will go to Miami Rescue Mission with the other 50% going to one lucky winner. 
Please take a moment to "Like" our Facebook page.

Latin Business Club of America is entering a new exciting phase in business and after 12 years, this will be our final latinbiz monthly networking event. It is definitely an event you don’t want to miss as it will be powerful networking. What better way to end twelve years of successful networking events than with an Hora Loca grand finale?

Yes this is definitely the event not to miss!

$10 admission includes complimentary drink, appetizers, entry to grand prize valued at $12,000,  networking, and a fabulous Hora Loca finale!

50% of our cash raffle will go to Miami Rescue Mission with the other 50% going to one lucky winner.

For exhibitor tables and sponsorship opportunities email: info@latinbiz.net or call 786-357-7998.

Thank you for your continuous support these last 12 years. It is a privilege to serve our community.

Safe House Thanksgiving Night 11/22/12

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Safe House Thanksgiving Night
Thursday, 11/22/2012, 11:00 pm – 04:00 am
VAULT_GrandOpen1Club VAULT
2801 Greene St,
Hollywood, Florida 33014
Webpage Link

Safe House Grand Opening
Music By Prodigy Movement Killa Mike & Don Hot
Hip Hop – Reggae – Open Format
Rsvp For Guest List At Majesticgroupevents@Gmail.Com Or Call 786-970-7403

â–º Ladies Drink Free B4 1230am
â–º Birthday Packages Available
â–º Vip Area
â–º Hookah Available

Secret Affair Bad Girls Club R&B Artist T.Carter Live 11/10/12

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Secret Affair | Bad Girls Club | R&Amp;B Artist T.Carter Live
Saturday, 11/10/2012, 11:00 pm – 04:00 am
Nov10FrontJUSTIN’s
17813 Biscayne Blvd,
Miami, Florida 33160
Facebook Link

Secret Affair Hosted By
Portia Beaman From Bad Girls Club Season 4
Birthday Bash For Brand Ambassador Charles Rush
R&Amp;B Soul Artist T.Carter Live
$150 Bottle “Award Winning Dragon Bleu Vodka”
Ladies Open Bar 10p – 12a
Music By Dj Killa Mike & Don Hot
RSVP for guest list at majesticgroupevents@gmail.com or call 786-970-7403

I Heart Art at LegalArt 11/16/12

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I Heart Art
Friday, 11/16/2012, 08:00 pm – 11:00 pm
iheartartinvite1_finalLegalArt
1035 N Miami Ave,
Miami, Florida 33136
Buy Tickets Link

I HEART ART is an art celebration and official launch of LegalArt’s new identity!

Sound & Visuals will be provided by TM Sisters, Sweat Records, Pioneer Winter, and Southernmost Situations.

A Silent Auction will original work by Daniel Arsham, designer jewelry, art fair VIP passes, and fantastic gift certificates.

Libations provided by kryogenifex, St Germain, Societe Perrier, and Peroni.

For more information visit www.legalartmiami.org

Average Joe Art Sale, Instant Grafitication edition 11/25/12

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Average Joe Art Sale, Instant Grafitication edition
Sunday, 11/25/2012, 03:00 pm – 09:00 pm
Average-Joe-flyerYo Space
294 NE 62nd St,
Miami, Florida 33138
Facebook Link

It’s about that time again:

Let’s face it, most of us can’t hang with the De La Cruz’s and Rubells of the world. We’re resigned to putting up our kids’ work on the fridge or buying some not-horrible mass produced Target art to decorate our homes.

NO MORE!!

Come out to Yo Space and aside from having a good time playing ping pong on our custom table, smoking hookah, and/or hobnobbing, check out some great works by local artists.

We’ll have a fresh batch of artists in the house along with our Resident Artists, selling everything from original works, to limited edition prints, and merchandise (Apparel, accessories, and more). The best part? We’re capping the selling price at $250 per item. You can walk away with an original piece of art to brighten up your place or to offer as an amazing unique gift for less than the price of an iPod.
(Disclaimer: Resident Artists may have more expensive work in their studios)

Resident Artists:
-Lorie Setton (http://www.loriesetton.com/)
-Kazilla (http://kazilla.biz/)
-Vince “Bad Panda” Herrera (http://vinceherrera.com/)

Visiting Artists:
-Alex Yanes: http://www.yanesart.com/
-Ulises Baine: http://ulisesbaine.com/
-Ivan Roque: http://allhailtla.com/Home.html
-James Brutus

More tba in the next week

TML (Touching Miami With Love) is returning with their painted plates which are always a hit. At $40 a plate, all proceeds go directly to the organization and goes to feed 35 underprivileged kids in Overtown through their Art That Feeds initiative.

We’re happy to welcome back our friends at Los Chamos food truck this time, they’ll be serving up their delicious empandas, arepas, etc. for you out front.

Also the familiar faces over at Jolt Radio will be back in the house supplying the music for the day.

More details tba in the next week

www.yo-miami.com
http://www.joltradio.org/
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Los-Chamos-Food-Truck/105756006182280?ref=ts&fref=ts
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Free Thanksgiving-themed Concerts for Kids 11/16/12

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Free Thanksgiving-themed Concerts for Kids
Friday, 11/16/2012, 07:00 pm – 08:00 pm
turkey-web1Miami Shores Presbyterian Church
602 NE 96 Street,
Miami Shores, Florida 33138
Webpage Link

Orchestra Miami is pleased to continue its series of Free Family Concerts designed to introduce young children to classical music. Tough Turkey in the Big City: A Thanksgiving Odyssey, by Bruce Adolphe and Louise Gikow, will be a treat for the whole family! Perfect for the attention spans of our young audience, this fun and engaging program will last approximately 45 minutes.

What happens when a turkey from the sticks meets a Park Avenue pigeon? With the feel of an old-time radio story, Tough Turkey in the Big City follows the comic blunders of Tom Turkey, who leaves the farm to try his luck in the big city. The story, related to the audience by a narrator, illustrates a close call with a menacing chef, a tussle at the “Turkey Club”, a brief romance with a pigeon, and a happy mix up at the Thanksgiving Day Parade. It’s a big-hearted story of a plucky bird on an unexpected journey. Tom is portrayed by the bass trombone and his barnyard friends by the violin and clarinet. The music of the farm is a swinging barnyard counterpoint, while the music of the city recalls the smoky jazz of film noire. There’s also some fun march music at the parade, and hot Latin rhythms at the Turkey Club.

• Friday, November 16- 7:00 PM at the Miami Shores Presbyterian Church, 602 NE 96 Street, Miami Shores, FL 33138
• Saturday, November 17- 1:30 PM at the North Dade Regional Library, 2455 NW 183 Street, Miami, FL 33056

Performances are sponsored in part by the Miami-Dade Public Library System. In the spirit of Thanksgiving, children are asked to bring canned goods, to be donated to local food banks.

Celebrating its Sixth Anniversary, Orchestra Miami’s mission is to bring world-class quality symphonic music to all South Floridians. For more information, please go to our website at www.OrchestraMiami.org or call (305) 274-2103.

Free Thanksgiving-themed Concerts for Kids 11/17/12

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Free Thanksgiving-themed Concerts for Kids
Saturday, 11/17/2012, 01:30 pm – 02:30 pm
turkey-web11North Dade Regional Branch Library
2455 NW 183 Street,
Miami, Florida 33056
Webpage Link

Orchestra Miami is pleased to continue its series of Free Family Concerts designed to introduce young children to classical music. Tough Turkey in the Big City: A Thanksgiving Odyssey, by Bruce Adolphe and Louise Gikow, will be a treat for the whole family! Perfect for the attention spans of our young audience, this fun and engaging program will last approximately 45 minutes.

What happens when a turkey from the sticks meets a Park Avenue pigeon? With the feel of an old-time radio story, Tough Turkey in the Big City follows the comic blunders of Tom Turkey, who leaves the farm to try his luck in the big city. The story, related to the audience by a narrator, illustrates a close call with a menacing chef, a tussle at the “Turkey Club”, a brief romance with a pigeon, and a happy mix up at the Thanksgiving Day Parade. It’s a big-hearted story of a plucky bird on an unexpected journey. Tom is portrayed by the bass trombone and his barnyard friends by the violin and clarinet. The music of the farm is a swinging barnyard counterpoint, while the music of the city recalls the smoky jazz of film noire. There’s also some fun march music at the parade, and hot Latin rhythms at the Turkey Club.

• Friday, November 16- 7:00 PM at the Miami Shores Presbyterian Church, 602 NE 96 Street, Miami Shores, FL 33138
• Saturday, November 17- 1:30 PM at the North Dade Regional Library, 2455 NW 183 Street, Miami, FL 33056

Performances are sponsored in part by the Miami-Dade Public Library System. In the spirit of Thanksgiving, children are asked to bring canned goods, to be donated to local food banks.

Celebrating its Sixth Anniversary, Orchestra Miami’s mission is to bring world-class quality symphonic music to all South Floridians. For more information, please go to our website at www.OrchestraMiami.org or call (305) 274-2103.

Photographs by Anthony Jordon of the Red Bull Flugtag at Bayfront Park on 11/3/12

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Photographs taken by Anthony Jordon from the Red Bull Flugtag Miami at Bayfront Park on Saturday, November 3, 2012.  If your German is a bit rusty, Flugtag means “flying day.”   Teams from across the east coast looked to defy gravity with their human-powered flying machines at Red Bull Flugtag Miami. In front of 90,000 people 31 teams got their chance to fly their outrageous flying machines.  All of the entries were awesome and some were very creative.  Can’t wait for next time…..GO RED BULL!!!

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

Jolly Joyful Jamboree 12/7/12

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Jolly Joyful Jamboree
Friday, 12/07/2012, 08:00 pm – 09:15 pm
Lake Worth Playhouse
713 lake avenue,
lake worth, Florida 33460
Webpage Link

It’s that magical time of year again. Come celebrate the yule in this all new review of holiday cheer that will put a song in your heart and a twinkle in your eye. Get in the spirit with four of the most talented professional performers in South Florida, as they light the season ablaze singing and dancing to all of your favorite holiday hits. You won’t want to miss this family style celebration including; We Need A Little Christmas, Winter Wonderland, and Sleigh Ride, The little ones will enjoy being a part of a reindeer parade with Rudolph, Frosty and Santa Claus is coming to town. Just try to stay in your seat as we rock the night away with Jingle Bell Rock and Rocking around the Christmas tree, and hoe down to Grandma Got Ran Over By A Reindeer and many, many more. Many memories will be made and hearts filled by spending the evening with us this holiday season.

Photographs of FREC Star Gala 2012 on 11/3/12

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FREC – Film Recording Entertainment Council Star Gala 2012 at Magic City Casino on Saturday, November 3, 2012.  This was an amazing event, the food was wonderful and the entertainment was wonderful.

“The Film, Recording and Entertainment Council’s “Star Gala” honors dynamic industry leaders and talent who share a commitment to professional excellence and making a difference in the South Florida community.e South Florida community.”

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24th annual Festival of Chefs to Benefit Easter Seals South Florida 11/8/12

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24th annual Festival of Chefs to Benefit Easter Seals South Florida
Thursday, 11/08/2012, 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
230857_10151207881117417_770518558_nRusty Pelican Restaurant
3201 Rickenacker Causeway,
Key Biscayne, Florida 33149
Webpage Link

Join Co-hosts: Celebrity Chef Michael Gilligan and acclaimed Miami artist MANO for the 24th annual Festival of Chefs to benefit Easter Seals South Florida. The event is one of South Florida’s longest running premiere charity events, best described as “Where Culinary and Fine Arts Meet”.

The Festival of Chefs will take place from 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm on Thursday, November 8 at the newly renovated Rusty Pelican Restaurant in Key Biscaye. The event will feature some of South Florida’s hottest chefs presenting a tantalizing array of exquisite menu items for guests to sample the night away, a fabulous selection of international wines and an amazing auction featuring works by some of Miami’s most popular and talented visual artists, combined with other high end luxury items, resturant experiences, spa packages, trips etc… Bididng is always very enthusiastic so have your credit cards and check books ready. Always a favorite, the Easter Seals Culinary Arts High School chefs in training will prepare their very own culinary creations for all to enjoy!

Featured Chefs & Resturants:
1500 Degrees, Alba at the Sole, Anacapri on Ponce, Brother Jimmy’s BBQ, Chef George Catering & Cooking Classes, Easter Seals Culinary Arts Students, Lee & Marie’s Cakery, Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse – Miami, Timo, The Oceanaire Seafood Room, The Rusty Pelican, Valor Chocolates USA, Inc., Baires Grill – Miami Beach and Art Institute Ft. Lauderdale,

Featured Artists:
Antonio Guerrero, Carlos Stincer, Derek Wilson, Edward Berounsky, Ernesto Kunde, Luisa Mesa, Luis de Avila, Nuurs Ortiz, MANO, Marcy Grosso. Matthew Miller, Mila Tapperi Hajjar, Monique Lassooij, Oswaldo Franco, Sandra Suarez, Sheri Friedman, Tere Pastoriza and Tony Mendoza

Special Thanks to: Eugenia Beckwith McCrea, Shelly Daniel Rutherford, Mary & Frank Young, Barry & Judy Silverman, Paul & Ronni Bianco, Tom & Marie-Ilene Whitehurst, Dr. Byrce & Elizabeth Epstein, Wayne & Nicole Cypen, Bermont Advisory Group, Michael Gilligan and MANO.

Easter Seals South Florida
The mission of Easter Seals South Florida is to provide exceptional services to ensure that all children and adults with disabilities or special needs and their families have equal opportunities to live, learn, work and play in their communities. Easter Seals and its affiliate organizations are 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations.

Easter Seals of South Florida |1475 NW 14th Avenue| Miami, FL 33125-1692

(305)-547-4858 (voice) | (305)-325-0578 (fax) | www.southflorida.easterseals.com

International Afro-Caribbean Roots Rock Party 11/9/12

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International Afro-Caribbean Roots Rock Party – Reggae ~ Dancehal ~ Cumbia ~ Ska ~ Hip-Hop ~ Raggamuffin ~ Dub
Friday, 11/09/2012, 10:00 pm – 01:00 am
373166_290611694373806_1383713837_nHouse of Rock
9851 NW 58th ST #110 Doral, Florida 33178,
Doral, Florida 33178
Webpage Link

International Afro-Caribbean Roots Rock Party – Reggae ~ Dancehal ~ Cumbia ~ Ska ~ Hip-Hop ~ Raggamuffin ~ Dub

Doors at 10pm! Space limited, plan to arrive early!!

$10 Cover – 21+

XXML: Photography of Marc Lagrange 11/10/12

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XXML: Photography of Marc Lagrange
Saturday, 11/10/2012, 07:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Screen-Shot-2012-11-05-at-1.03.50-PMLMNT Arts
59 Northwest 36th Street,
Miami, Florida 33127
Webpage Link

Experience the evocative and provocative works of acclaimed European fashion and art photographer Marc Lagrange. His unique polaroid and large scale photographs have appeared in many of the continent’s leading magazines and left art critics buzzing for more than two decades. Lagrange presents his first solo U.S. show, XXML, in Miami at LMNT Arts in Midtown.

Annual Winterfest Boat Parade Party to benefit A Prom To Remember 12/15/12

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Annual Winterfest Boat Parade Party to benefit A Prom To Remember
Saturday, 12/15/2012, 06:00 pm – 11:00 pm
BoatParadeInviteOnePageJoee’s Private Intercoastal Residence
NE 39th St.,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33308
RSVP Link

Watch the boats from a great view right on the water from a private intercoastal residence. Not only is there a great view, great food and drinks, it also benefits a great cause. This Annual Winterfest Boat Parade Party benefits A Prom To Remember (www.aPromToRemember.org) which is a prom held each year for children with cancer. So please come out and support this great cause while having a great time with friends.

Miami Children’s Museum Sensory Saturday 11/5/12

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Miami Children’s Museum Sensory Saturday
Saturday, 12/15/2012, 09:00 am – 11:00 am
logoMichimuMiami Children’s Museum
980 Macarthur Causeway,
Miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link

Saturday, December 15th, 2012
9:00 – 11:00 AM
One Saturday a month from 9:00 am -11:00 am, Miami Children’s Museum will turn into an environment designed specifically for children with special needs and their families. MCM will be closed to the public to avoid large crowds and will provide modified lighting, sound adjustments and “cool down” rooms for children to relax in. Special programming includes yoga, art, music therapy, and more. Upcoming Dates: Saturday, November 10th, December 15th, January 12th, February 9th and March 9th. Admission for this special event will be at a reduced rate. Pre-registration for these events are required. Please email sensorysaturday@miamichildrensmuseum.org to register.
To learn more, please call (305) 373-KIDS (5437) or visit www.miamichildrensmuseum.org

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

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The Green Friday Market with Calamarie Shop
Friday, 11/16/2012, 04:00 pm – 09:00 pm
140Rina Yoga in the Roads
1250 Coral Way,
Miami, Florida 33145
Webpage Link

Forget Black Friday!
Shop Small. Shop Local. Shop Eco. Shop Handmade.
@ The Green Friday Market

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

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

Miami’s Economic Wave of Opportunity Event 11/6/12

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Miami’s Economic Wave of Opportunity Event
Friday, 11/16/2012, 08:00 am – 10:00 am
event_dropinBiltmore Hotel
1200 Anastasia Avenue ,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Webpage Link

On Friday, November 16 from 8:00 to 10:00 am, small business owners are invited to come learn about Miami’s newest wave of business expansions at Miami’s Economic Wave of Opportunity Event hosted by ActionCOACH Team Sage at the Biltmore Hotel in Coral Gables. The event, which will include an in-depth discussion about the upcoming opportunities in the local area, will also have a Q&A session with a panel of local experts who will share the 7-step process all small business owners should know about the new wave.

Wine by the Bay Presents, “Transitions” – An Art Exhibit Opening & Wine Tasting Event 12/1/12

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Wine by the Bay Presents, “Transitions” – An Art Exhibit Opening & Wine Tasting Event
Sunday, 12/01/2012, 06:00 pm – 09:00 pm
ValeriaYamamotoHighResPromoSmallWine by the Bay
888 Biscayne Blvd.,
Miami, Florida 33132
Facebook Link

As the eyes of the art world descend upon Miami just days before Art Basel 2012, a special art opening and wine tasting event will take place at Wine by the Bay in Downtown Miami. “Transitions” examines the connections between organic and construction through the works of three artists: Miami-based, Japanese-Argentinian artist Valeria Yamamoto; Colombian sculptor Claudia Hakim; and Iraqi-German painter Fahar. A similar connection can be derived from the terroir of the California landscape where wines reflect the personality of the state while drawing inspiration from afar.

The evening is the ideal opportunity for connoisseurs of both wine and art to converge and interact. Discover the complexities of some of California’s best wines through the expert guidance of Wine by the Bay owner/gallerist Stefano Campanini and his knowledgeable staff. Special guests, Mara Sartore and Matteo Bartoli co-founders and editors of My Art Guides will enlighten guests about the art presented and their experiences working at the most notable art fairs in the world: Venice Biennale, Art Basel Switzerland, Art Basel Miami Beach, and organizing international events such as The Dali Universe, Edge of Arabia, and Circuito Off (Italy’s most important video festival.)

The Opening Reception/Wine Tasting Event takes place on Saturday, December 1, 2012 at 6:00 p.m. The Media and Community are welcome at this free event, but RSVP is required to info@winebtb.com or 305.455.9791 – space is limited. Wine by the Bay, 888 Biscayne Blvd. at the Marina Blue condominium, Miami, FL, 33132, www.winebtb.com. The exhibit runs through the end of December. 2012.

Courtesy Photo: Valeria Yamamoto Sculptures
“Untitled” Installation/400 birds, Casting on Hydrocal

Media Inquiries: press@winebtb.com
General Inquiries: info@winebtb.com

Covers for the Cold 12/14/12

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Covers for the Cold
Friday, 12/14/2012, 09:00 pm –
Will Call Miami
700 ne nd ave ,
Miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link

The Miami Artists Exchange is proud to present:

Covers for the Cold: a fundraiser benefiting Camillus House at Will Call Miami, Friday Dec
14th.

…Every year our homeless population is caught off guard by the sudden drops in temperature our city experiences and we want to raise awareness and collect as much as we can to help

The night will feature performances by:

Comedy:
Kristen Black
Daleena Segui

Covers and original music by:

The Nothing Left
http://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Nothing-Left/79980459778?fref=ts

The Deadly Blank
http://www.facebook.com/thedeadlyblank?fref=ts

Krisp
http://www.facebook.com/KrispMusic?fref=ts

Artwork:

Xibie Corea
http://www.facebook.com/ArtistXibieCorea?fref=ts

Miguel Franco

Sergio Barrera

Kareem Piper

Tatiana Enriquez
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Tatiana-Enriquez-Art/264075247927?ref=ts&fref=ts

and more…

Also…
A silent auction and raffle will take place throughout the night!

Cover is a $10 donation and/or donations of canned food/ clothing/ shoes/ blankets to Camillus House.
http://www.camillus.org/

For more information please contact:
tatianaenriquezart@gmail.com
themiamiartistsexchange@gmail.com
or visit:
http://www.facebook.com/TheMiamiArtistsExchange?ref=hlSee More

Winter Fest at Broward Mall 11/16/12-11/18/12

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Winter Fest at Broward Mall
Friday, 11/16/2012, 11:00 am – 06:00 pm
Screen-Shot-2012-10-21-at-11.20.00-AMRafael Dominguez
8000 West Broward Boulevard, Plantation 333,
Boulevard, Florida 33388
Facebook Link

WINTER FEST AT BROWARD MALL

We invite you to come out and celebrate Winterfest taking place at BROWARD Mall These great event will feature a wide array of vendors and exhibitors selling and promoting the best of their products and services in a fun, safe, and family-oriented setting with activities for kids and live music and entertainment.

As a family-based event promotion company, it is our priority to organize family-oriented events like these, where small businesses, artists, & service providers can find a window of opportunity to promote their brands to the hundreds of visitors that come to these malls everyday at a very low cost. WINTERFEST will feature all the best of our community, including great art, music, dance, shopping, and more!

There will be fun entertainment for kids, including face painting, balloon animals, dancing, and more! Adults will enjoy great music, live entertainment, sampling of different products, and fun for the whole family. There is no better way to celebrate the arrival of winter!

Admission is completely FREE!

Christmas bazaar 2012 12/7/12-12/9/12

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Christmas bazaar 2012
Sunday, 12/07/2012, 11:00 am – 06:00 pm
Rafael Dominguez
8000 West Broward Boulevard, Plantation 333,
Boulevard, Florida 33388
Facebook Link

CHRISTMAS BAZAAR 2012 AT BROWARD MALL

We invite you to come out and celebrate CHRISTMAS BAZAAR 2012 taking place at BROWARD Mall These great event will feature a wide array of vendors and exhibitors selling and promoting the best of their products and services in a fun, safe, and family-oriented setting with activities for kids and live music and entertainment.

As a family-based event promotion company, it is our priority to organize family-oriented events like these, where small businesses, artists, & service providers can find a window of opportunity to promote their brands to the hundreds of visitors that come to these malls everyday at a very low cost. CHRISTMAS BAZAAR 2012 will feature all the best of our community, including great art, music, dance, shopping, and more!

There will be fun entertainment for kids, including face painting, balloon animals, dancing, and more! Adults will enjoy great music, live entertainment, sampling of different products, and fun for the whole family. There is no better way to celebrate the arrival of winter!

Admission is completely FREE!

Peruvian Food invades Miami with the Opening celebration of MPP Brickell By Betty Alvarez

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Downtown Brickell which is no stranger to fine dining establishments and now is about to get a culinary boost Peruvian style as the world renowned Mi Propiedad Privada (A.K.A. MPP) madesits way from Lima to the Magic City in the NEO Vertika Building. MPP celebrated their grand opening of the restaurant that has been awarded accolades for years in Peru. The red carpet event featured a ribbon cutting ceremony with an array of celebrities.

Chef Jose “Coco” Mendoza who is the owner and head chef of MPP in Lima, Peru considers himself a chef who specializes in expressing the sights, sounds, and tastes of Peru through his cuisine. The slogan at MPP Peru is “El sabor de la experiencia” or “The taste of the experience”. MPP’s cuisine is inspired by the ocean and boasts an amazing array of variety. Ceviche is only the tip of the iceberg at MPP. Chef Mendoza’s MPP over the course of 14 years has won countless awards, among them being included as one of a selected few who can use the official “Peru” logo alongside their brand, obtaining a “Bizz Award” and many others to date. MPP is a celebrated restaurant among locals, tourist, and celebrities.

Being only one of five Peruvian franchises to be able to branch outside the limits of Peru, Jose Mendoza quickly reached out to friend and associate Henry Malpartida (Peruvian born and current Brickell resident) to bring their award winning Peruvian cuisine to South Florida. Brickell seemed to be the obvious choice. Its multicultural population and vibrant nightlife is a perfect back drop for MPP’s US unveiling. Mr. Malpartida has a wide network that he has built within the business community will tie into this fabulous new venture, complimenting the established credibility with the Mi Propiedad Privada name. Joining in the venture is Hector Malpartida whom also has an extensive network and has been in South Florida for over a decade. He will join his brother in all efforts for MPP Brickell.

MPP prides itself on delicious food and amazing presentation while never losing its Peruvian essence. MPP Brickell plans to keep in line with its award winning ways as Chef Jose Mendoza has finalized the menu for the South Florida opening. A few of his favorites are the Causas Festival, which contains causa a la olive, with prawn, crabmeat causa and passion fruit causa. Another favorite is the Mixed Carpaccio which boasts thinly cut flounder slices, octopus and seashells, bathed in a sauce of lemon juice al natural with garlic. For the person who is simply looking for the classic ceviche he recommends the “Grandmother’s Ceviche” which is a flounder Ceviche using his grandmother’s recipe.

MPP has garnered worldwide accolades on the shores of the beach in Lima, Peru. The Miami team which features talent straight from Peru is looking forward to sharing their award winning recipes with the South Florida public.

Macy Gray Official After Party 11/8/12

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Macy Gray Official After Party
Thursday, 11/08/2012, 10:00 pm –
MACY-GRAY-WEBAvenue D Jazz & Blues Lounge
8 South Miami Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link

Join us for the Official Macy Gray After Party, following her concert at the Adrienne Arsht Center. 
Come dance while Macy DJ’s the night away along with the Roosevelt Collier Trio.
This is an exclusive party not to be missed!

Tickets at the door – $30 with your Adrienne Arsht concert ticket, $40 GA

Sizzling hot Industry Tuesdays @Wonderland Miami! 11/6/12

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Sizzling hot Industry Tuesdays @Wonderland Miami!
Tuesday, 11/06/2012, 11:00 pm –
In-the-biz-Tuesday-Wonderland-rickcWonderland Miami
7770 Biscayne Blvd,
miami, Florida 33138
Webpage Link

Rick C Presents

Sizzling hot Industry Tuesdays @Wonderland Miami!

All my guests receive complimentary admission until 1am!

Text first and last name along with number of guests to

***786 303 2787***
Rick C

VIP host

Wonderland Miami

786 303 2787 / 786 273 7401

Twitter @hmc2575

Instagram @hmc2575

NFTE Fundraising Bingo Happy Hour and Networker 11/9/12

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NFTE Fundraising Bingo Happy Hour and Networker
Friday, November 9, 6:30 p.m.
NFTE-South-Florida-Bingo-Invite-1022Fifty at Viceroy
485 Brickell Avenue
Miami, FL 33131

To buy your tickets for FIFTY for NFTE, visit us online at: www.nfte.com/FiftyforNFTE
$50 tickets include two premium drinks, three bingo games
Pay $20 and receive an additional 3 bingo games
Raffle Tickets Cost: 1 ticket for $5, 5 tickets for $20, 25 tickets for $50

Join the Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE) and its Young Professionals Division at FIFTY for NFTE, a fundraising Bingo Happy Hour event and raffle, featuring prizes and packages from notable hotels, restaurants, spas and cruise lines. The event takes places at Fifty, a venue famed for its panoramic views of Downtown Miami, and located on the 50th floor of the Viceroy Hotel. The event will feature Miami Dolphins cheerleaders, local business sponsors and guests, raffle prizes and speeches from NFTE executives, as well as a Success Story from NFTE Alumni, Andres Cardona, CEO and Founder of South Miami Basketball Academy. For additional information please refer to the flyer by clicking here.

Proceeds benefit NFTE South Florida, an organization with a goal and mission to inspire young students from low-income communities to stay in school, recognize business opportunities and plan for successful futures. The vision is to help all young people find their path to success. Since 2006, NFTE South Florida has impacted over 17,000 young people from low-income communities, and is currently an active program in 20 Miami-Dade high schools and 5 Broward high schools.

007 James Bond Night 11/7/12

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007 James Bond Night
Wednesday, 11/07/2012, 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
zieloZielo Restaurant
264 Giralda Ave,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Facebook Link

Freedom Concierge Services and Zielo’s Secret Service invites you to

“Bond 007 Night” in celebration of 50 years”

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

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

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

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

Please RSVP to info@freedomconciergeservices.com

Elisabeth Condon: The Seven Seas Opening 11/9/12

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Elisabeth Condon: The Seven Seas Opening Artists’ Reception
587Fri., Nov. 9, 6th 9 pm
Art and Culture Center of Hollywood
1650 Harrison St.
Hollywood, FL 33020
Learn more
RSVP on Facebook

Nov. 10, 2012 – Jan. 13, 2013
In her new painting and drawing exhibition, Elisabeth Condon introduces the 1980s Los Angeles nightclub scene as a metaphor for personal and social transformation. The Tampa and Brooklyn-based artist approaches this landscape as a repository for individual and shared memories, associations, and cultural experiences.

Image: Elisabeth Condon, White Lines (detail), 2011, Acrylic on linen.

Marc Lagrange Exhibition VIP Opening at LMNT 11/9/12

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Marc Lagrange Exhibition VIP Opening
LMNT Arts
marc59 nw 36th st.
Miami, Fl. 33127
www.l-m-n-t.com
RSVP: 305-989-6963 or info@l-m-n-t.com

You’re invited to view the first US solo show of European photographer legend, Marc Lagrange, before the public opening on Saturday Nov. 10th. There will be the opportunity to meet Lagrange in person as well as being some of the first people in the US to have access to the collection.

Evocative, sensual and voluptuous, Marc Lagrange’s work celebrates beauty and pleasure. The Antwerp-‐‑based photographer, who has a predilection for nudes and portraits, creates luxurious and timeless environments, where eroticism and intimacy play a central part. Lagrange’s work has been praised by critics and collected worldwide and now we are pleased to have the opportunity to host the first solo show in the US at LMNT with NAC Gallery.

in collaboration with NAC Gallery

Miami River Art Fair

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Miami River Art Fair
MiamiRiverDecember 4 – 9, 2012
Miami Convention Center
400 Southeast 2nd Avenue
Miami, FL 33131
miamiriverartfair.com

The Miami River Art Fair is proud to announce its new alliance with the Art Monaco Art Fair. The biggest international hits from Art Monaco will be on-view at the first edition of the Miami River Art Fair.

The Miami River Art Fair is an international contemporary art fair that will pioneer in the Downtown Miami-Brickell area. The Miami River Art Fair will take place at the Miami Convention Center and will run alongside Art Basel as one of its satellite art fairs. Art Basel week is a one-of-kind time where our city experiences a soaring influx of international art professionals, collectors, curators and enthusiasts that visit Art Basel, the largest contemporary art fair in the world.

There are numerous satellite fairs during Art Basel each offering something unique. The Miami River Art Fair is the first and only one located in the Downtown Miami-Brickell area, the heart of Miami’s financial district. As the only art fair in this untapped area, we will have direct access to our local target market that consists of the affluent, well-traveled inhabitants of the Brickell-Downtown area. In addition, this prime location offers visitors a unique urban atmosphere and convenient proximity to world-class entertainment and dining in Downtown Miami and Brickell.

As the only waterfront art fair during Art Basel week, a luxury amenity that will attract collectors and VIP patrons to the Miami River Art Fair, will be its unique access to a yacht docking area at the foot of the Riverfront Sculpture Mall of the art fair. This 800 linear feet public sculpture park on the edge of the historic Miami River will be footsteps away from the main fair and showcase monumental sculptures and installations from international artists.

The Miami River Art Fair has the decade-long revitalization efforts of the Miami River at its core. To do our part in the revitalization of this area, our mission is to redirect the tourism boom during Art Basel to this up-and-coming area. The Miami River Art Fair will be the first landmark fine art event in the area, and its magnitude and scope will lay the groundwork for this area to be one of Miami’s newest fine art destinations.

In this pioneering spirit, we ask that you accompany the Miami River Art Fair for these decisive, first steps in breaking open the art fair scene to the Downtown-Brickell area and the Miami River area.

Produced in collaboration with Foco Art (Foundation of Contemporary Art), the Miami River Art Fair aims to provide a unique fair-going experience while integrating the Miami River as a scenic, historic context for the fair. In partnership with the City of Miami and the Miami River Commission, the Miami River Art Fair will act as a launchpad for the revitalization efforts underway for the Miami River and its adjacent neighborhoods, Downtown Miami and Brickell, as a fine art destination for visitors during Art Basel Miami week.

Fashion Benefits Pure Water Project at The Betsy Hotel 11/10/12

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Fashion Benefits Pure Water Project at The Betsy Hotel
priscillaSaturday, November 10th,  8pm
The Betsy Hotel/B-Bar
1400 Ocean Drive
Miami Beach, Fl 331339

Purchase tickets & event details online 

Tickets include cocktails and hors d’oeurves.

Silent auction items include sports memorabilia, beauty products and art.

Please join us for a purely fun evening of fashion with Miami’s hottest young lingerie designer.   Priscilla Jade will preview her newest collection, Lullaby 2013.  The sneak peak fashion show will benefit the Pure Water Project, bringing clean water to communities in need. 

Photographs of Femme Factory a Ladies Retreat benefiting Breast Cancer Awareness at Q Lounge on 11/1/12

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“Femme Factory” a Ladies Retreat benefiting Breast Cancer Awareness at Q Lounge on Thursday, November 1, 2012.  I just love going to the Femme Factorys they are always so much fun and can always get great fashion at great prices.  Looking forward to the next one.

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Photographs from Boudoir Diaries Halloween Ball at LMNT Gallery on 10/31/12

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Boudoir Diaries Halloween Ball at LMNT Gallery on Wednesday, October 31, 2012.  The Boudoir Diaries Ball was presented by LMNT Gallery, Maxim Events and Live It Productions.  This was one of the best Halloween Party’s, so much fun.

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

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

November 1, 2012- January 31, 2012

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Wine Tasting at The Four Seasons by Bob Quesada

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It is 7:00 PM and we are on the “Outer Edge”; that is the bar space across from the “Edge” restaurant at the Four Seasons Hotel on Brickell… and yes… when they say: “…one of the most spectacular venues in South Florida”; they are not exaggerating…it is!

Wine educator Barry Alberts is about to take our palates on a tour of the west coast wine regions: Californa, Oregon and Washington. All of the selected wines happen to be perfect for pairing with Thanksgiving dinner (Turkey and Ham) and all are highly rated.  Barry, a west coast native who has been in the wine business for thirty five years, is an affable, articulate and down to earth individual who’s passion and knowledge for what he does becomes apparent the minute you meet him.

The setting is casual and the people that have gathered around the bar are talkative and friendly. We begin with a light Sauvignon Blanc and proceed to a Chardonnay followed by a Pinot Grigio, as we continue to move through the eleven varieties chosen for the evening, Barry makes comments and asks for feedback. The experience is enjoyable for both: the novice as well as the seasoned connoisseur.

After eleven different wines, talk about the harmony of fruits, acids and tannins and trying to determine the finish we come away with a deeper knowledge of wine and a renewed enthusiasm for what is poetry in a bottle.

All the wines tasted were moderately priced between $14.99 to $22.99 per bottle at full retail, the special tasting price is about 20% off.

If you are looking for which wine to serve with your holiday meals or if you just love wine, this is the place you need to visit. You will have the opportunity to taste a great selection of wines before you make your decision, this could be the best $20.00 you ever spent on wine.

When:   First and Third Fridays of each month

Where: Edge Restaurant on the Four Seasons hotel’s 7th floor (1435 Brickell Ave.)

Cost:     $20.00 per person

SOME IMAGES FROM THE EVENING

Etra Fine Art Design District Art Basel/Miami Art Week 2012 Winter Group Show

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Etra Fine Art Design District Basel/Miami Art Week 2012 Winter Group Show
December 8, 2012 to January 11, 2013
Etra Art Basel 2012 Listing Rainer Lagemann 2Etra Fine Art
50 NE 40 St.
Miami, FL 33137
305.438.4383
www.etrafineart.com

Opening Reception: Saturday, December 8, 2012 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. (Free)
Gallery Hours: Tuesday to Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Other hours available by appointment.
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As part of Art Basel 2012 and Miami Art Week, Etra Fine Art in Miami’s Design District, presents a “Winter Group Show” exhibiting the works of:  Rainer Lagemann, Christian Awe, Douglass Freed, Hunt Slonem, and Mario Velez.  The Opening Reception takes place on Saturday, December 8, 2012 from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. and the exhibit runs through January 11, 2013.

Encapsulating the spirit of Miami, this exhibit represents a microcosm of the variety of art presented to us at the peak of art season. From the hollow, metal squares that Rainer Lagemann (Germany) uses to sculpt the human form – a framework of the spirit and image of the body; the “resurrection of color” that restores emotional drama to abstraction found in Christian Awe’s (Berlin) paintings; landscapes by Douglass Freed (US) who names his paintings “structures” where shapes are fitted together to create a coherent whole; works of internationally renowned American artist Hunt Slonem who experiments with a unique method of cross-hatching to texturize his works; and Colombian artist Mario Velez, a minimalist artist who has been greatly inspired by the Bauhaus approach to design. This group show is a schema of all that the city has to offer in its unique, cultural diversity.

“As part of the Miami art fair season, we want to attract a wide and chosen audience,” comments Stefano Campanini, owner of Etra Fine Art.  “The show characterizes our evolving and dynamic city.”

About the Artists Presented:
Rainer Lagemann was born in Düsseldorf, Germany on September 14th, 1959. Studies and practice in interior design and welding began in Berkeley, California. Since 2008, he has resided and worked in Miami.  Rainer is fascinated by the human body, the classic theme of artistic expression and struggle, depicted in all shapes, materials and mediums since the existence of mankind. His sculpture captures the human body in motion–a freeze frame of classic, timeless gestures and emotions.  The sculptures are both ethereal and concrete.  The forms he creates are how one imagines a Nureyev or Baryshnikov would look in mid-flight.

Christian Awe began his painting career as an urban expressionist painter on the streets of Berlin in the early 90s. At the Berlin Universität der Künste he studied under Georg Baselitz and received his “Meisterschüler“ in 2006 under Daniel Richter.  As artist-in-residence at Princeton University, Awe taught experimental painting in Princeton in 2011. This year, he serves as Board Member for  “The Young Mesopotamians“ who mentors and teaches young Iraqi artists at Baghdad University’s College of Fine Arts.  Awes paintings oscillate between figuration and abstraction and astound with expressive color. He employs spray paint and acrylics, ink and watercolors, markers and oil pastels. Through scraping, ripping or even digging out entire chunks of color, he exposes hidden layers resting beneath, allowing them to resurface as poetic pictorial spaces.

Douglass Freed’s undergraduate and graduate degrees are from Fort Hays State University. He is represented by galleries in New York City, Boston, Miami, Chicago, San Francisco, Houston, Charleston, St. Louis and Kansas City.  Freed was the Director of the Daum Museum of Contemporary Art at State Fair Community College until his retirement in February, 2008 and helped build the Daum Museum collection from 200 objects to over 800 since its opening.  For nearly twenty years, he has made non-objective grid structured paintings. He has literalized those references by painting oil landscape vistas of horizons, clouds and bodies of water. These paintings consist of two or more vertical panels where one panel is landscape imagery and adjacent panels are often atmospheric voids with vestiges of recognizable landscapes.

Hunt Slonem – Since 1977, Slonem has had more than 350 exhibitions at prestigious galleries and museums internationally. More than 100 museums include his work in their collections, among them the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum and the Whitney Museum of American Art in New York City. He has been commissioned to paint large-scale murals for the Bryant Park Grill, New York City and the former World Trade Center, NYC.  He is recipient of the prestigious “Stars of Design” award, the Greenshields Foundation award, and the National Endowment for the Arts Grant in 1991.  He studied painting at Skowhegan School of Painting & Sculpture in Skowhegan, Maine and Vanderbilt University in Nashville, TN. For years, Slonem has been experimenting with a unique method of texturizing his works where he scrapes through multiple layers of wet paint using the whittled end of a paint brush handle. He describes it as a feeling of tapestry like weaving where he makes colors bleed into each other allowing light to come through so one can see five levels of paint, instead of one.

Mario Velez lives and works in Medellin, Colombia. He received his Bachelors of Arts degree at the National University of Colombia and Masters at the Hochschule der Künstein in Berlin. His work has been exhibited in solo and group shows in New York, Miami, California, Panama, Colombia, Japan, Austria Switzerland, Italy, Mexico, and Germany. His commissioned work includes corporate and public collections such as Inter-American Development Bank, Washington D.C.; Bloomingdales, New York; Ritz Carlton, Bangalore, India;  Museum of Latin American Art, Los Angeles, CA; Museo de Arte Moderno, Medellin, Colombia; and Galleria Armory-Arte Contemporanea, Perugia, Italy. Velez’ work both identifies and emancipates itself from two of the most identifiable characteristics of 20th century abstract art — one part structural geometric, austere — the other emotional, intuitive and organic. His work has been described as, “simplified geometric forms and the fine lines that traverse them creating an autonomous world that moves in a field created by the [works] themselves.”

Etra Courtesy Photo: Rainer Lagemann "Mila" 18 x 8 x 28"

Encore Performance of Aladdin by Roxy Theatre Group 11/9/12-11/18/12

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November 9th-18th, 2012. Fridays & Saturdays, 8:00p.m. & Sundays, 2:00p.m. & 5:00p.m.
There will not be a performance on Saturday, November 17, 2012.
1003The Roxy Performing Arts Center
1645 SW 107th Ave.
Miami, FL 33165
305.226.0030
General Admission, $20.00. All proceeds benefit RTG’s Student Scholarship Fund. To purchase tickets or for more information please call 305-226-0030, or visit RoxyPAC.com.

The Roxy Theatre Group (RTG) and the Greater Miami Youth Symphony (GMYS), two Miami-based youth arts programs, will embark on a magical musical theatre extravaganza with an encore performance of Disney’s Aladdin, Dual Language Edition. This epic and well-known tale is brought to the stage by a cast and orchestra of 70 students, ages 12-22, representing over 25 schools and colleges in Miami-Dade County.

This fairytale musical is a captivating story of dreams and adventure, complete with the Genie of the lamp, Abu and a flying carpet. Thanks to The Children’s Trust, GMYS provides a live orchestration for the performance with enchanting songs, such as A Whole New World, One Jump Ahead and Arabian Nights.  GMYS is dedicated to training young musicians, ages 5-18.  Music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Howard Ashman and Tim Rice and book by Jim Luigs and Jose Cruz Gonzalez.

“To play a princess once with the amazing cast and crew was the most fun I have had. And to perform an encore is an absolute dream,” said Michelle Negrin, 19, playing Princess Jasmine in Aladdin. Negrin attends Miami-Dade College, Kendall Campus and is majoring in Journalism.

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Tobacco Road Turns 100 Years Old 11/17/12

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Tobacco Road Turns 100 Years Old
Saturday, November 17, 6:00pm – 5:00am
tobaccoroadTobacco Road
626 S Miami Ave
Miami, Florida 33130-3016
Get your $10 tickets or $75 Gold VIP Open Bar tickets online

Tobacco Road Turns 100 Years Old with a Celebration Slam Packed with Top Local and National Artists, Performances, Musicians, Festivals & BBQs.

Hosted by Mark Weiser & DJ Oski.

Big Sam’s Funky Nation
The Heavy Pets
Iko-Iko
The Spam All Stars
Locos Por Juana
ArtOfficial
DJ Smooth
And more TBA

Considered Miami’s Oldest Bar, The Road has survived 10 decades of change: within it’s historic walls, and through the many adaptations of the neighborhood.  As Tobacco Road turns 100, it witnesses the biggest change yet; thousands of acres of open bulldozed land on 3 sides, and construction just beginning for what will be the towering Brikell CitiCenter, it’s anyone’s guess what lies in store for the Road and the neighborhood it’s called home for 100 years.  Tobacco Road has been many things; from a prohibition speakeasy hideout for Al Capone, a desolate working-man’s watering hole during the great depression, a stark salon with a country at War, threatened by many deadly hurricanes, ground-zero for race-riots, cocaine cowboys, and a big brother to the rise and fall and rise of South Beach — the Road has seen it all.  Through its time as a gambling den owned by the Chief of Police, a gay bar, strip joint and blues bar the two-story structure remains virtually unchanged since its inception in the early 1900s.

Tobacco Road turns 100 Years Old with a celebration slammed packed with top local and national artists, perfromances, muscians, festivals & BBQs — the Road Warriors will even show they can still compete with the kids at the upcoming Red Bull Flug Tag with a flying Birthday Cake lunged into Biscayne Bay on Novemebr 3rd in Bayfront Park.

Monight Night 11/16/12

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Monight Night
Friday, 11/16/2012, 05:30 pm – 08:30 pm
Movie-Night-2-copyRight Space 2 Meet
100 Miracle Mile, Suite 200,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Facebook Link

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

Free Beverages and Holiday Treats for all guest!

Photographs of Festival of Souls at The Village at Gulfstream Park on 10/31/12

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Festival of Souls 1st Annual Halloween Event at The Village at Gulfstream Park on  Wednesday, October 31st, 2012.  Demon Mansion was so awesome, I screamed all the way through it and in one of the rooms they got me 4 times.  They had a Zombie Micheal Jackson Thriller Flash Mob, I had so much fun  I can’t wait to go back next year.

Video of the Zombie Michael Jackson Thriller Flash Mob – video by Annette Peikert (@thepumagirl).
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Photographs of Brickell Art Walk on 10/30/12

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Brickell Art Walk on Tuesday, September 25, 2012.  The artist and venues that participated in this months art walk:

Carlos Antonio Rancano @ Red Bar & Gallery
Cuban art Project “Antonio Guerrero – Rafael Lopez Ramos – Guillermo Portieles” @ Dolores but you can call me Lolita
Eva Avila – Barbara de Varona – Antonio Fortuna @ Perricone’s Marketplace and Cafe
J Pablo Ravinet Josepo @ Oceanaire Seafood Room
Raul Lopez @ Balans
GG / Gabriel Gimenez @ Baru Urbano
Ted Vanclave @ Kukaramakara
Willie Arguelles @ Rice Kabob
Stephanie Tuorto –  Leon Young @ Mary Brickell Village / Burger and Beer Joint / Doraku / Brother Jimmys BBQ
Patricia Vanesa Beber@ Toscana Divino / Fado Irish Pub & Restaurant / Rosa Mexicano / Blue Martin
Liliana Botero @ Segafredo Brickell
Emanuele Viscuso @ Novecento
Luciano Rabuske @ Oyster place
Mohammed Shanti @ Tobacco Road

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Ultimate Miami Band Finals 11/10/12

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Ultimate Miami Band Finals
Saturday, 11/10/2012, 09:00 pm –
Stage 305 at Magic City Casino
450 NW 37 Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link

Watch seven bands battle for a cash prize of $5,000 and the title of Miami’s Ultimate Band. After the competition, nationally recognized Mix-Show DJ Cato K with special guest, Micah the Violinist will take the stage and spin his signature high energy tracks.

Admission is $40 and includes a complimentary drink and free hors d’oeuvres during the first hour of the show.

The “I Have A Dream” Foundation Of Miami 17th Annual Gala 11/14/12

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The “I Have A Dream” Foundation Of Miami 17th Annual Gala
Wednesday, 11/14/2012, 06:30 pm –
IHADFontainebleau Miami Beach Hotel
4441 Collins Avenue,
Miami Beach, Florida 33140
Webpage Link

Local Miami philanthropists will join together on Wednesday, November 14, 2012 for the 17th annual “I Have a Dream” Foundation of Miami Gala 2012 at Fontainebleau Miami Beach hosted by Stephanie, Jules, and Eddie Trump of Acqualina Resort & Spa on the Beach. The Foundation invites guests who have supported the cause to meet the Dreamers as they continue to invest in the future of the community, turning despair into dreams and converting obstacles into opportunities. Guests will enjoy a cocktail reception and silent auction followed by dinner and live auction with evening entertainment provided by acclaimed jazz artist, Nicole Henry. All funds raised during the memorable evening will be used to support I Have a Dream Foundation of Miami’s work in the local community for the class of 2020. In 2011, the annual “I Have a Dream” Celebration raised $500,000 for children’s programming in Miami.

To purchase tickets or to become a part of the beneficial program, contact Stephanie Trump at 305.937.7834 or stephanie@thetrumpgroup.com.

2nd Annual Water Party MIA 11/3/12

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2nd Annual Water Party MIA
Saturday, November 3rd, 2012, 9pm to 12pm
Cafeina Wynwood Lounge
WATER PARTY MIA 2012 Flyer297 NW 23rd Street
Miami, FL 33127

Tickets for the event are $25 in advance ($30 at the door) … to purchase tickets please click on the following link:
mycharitywater.org/water-party-mia-2012

GOAL: To raise +$10K to sponsor at least TWO FRESH CLEAN WATER WELLS for two villages in need

Click on the donate button and fill out the payment form, please keep in mind minimum donation amount for party entrance is $25 per ticket in advance.
If you cannot attend but still wish to join/contribute to our efforts, please feel free to click on the link and donate, too!
Please feel free to invite your family and friends. Together, we can make a difference in the global water crisis; every little bit counts!

JOIN US as we unite to raise enough funds to build at least two water wells for two impoverished villages in need!
100% of the events proceeds will benefit the non-profit charity:water.
Thanks to the generosity of our sponsors you’ll enjoy two cocktails (on us), music, a fashion show, a silent auction, raffles and so much …

CALL TO ARTISTS! DEADLINE IS NOVEMBER 30th. Fundraiser benefitting Camillus House is seeking artwork for display.

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The Miami Artists Exchange is proud to announce “Covers for the Cold”, a fundraiser benefiting Camillus House at Will Call Miami, Friday Dec 14th.

The purpose of the event is to collect warm clothing/ food

donations as well as cash donations to feed and clothe our city’s

homeless population during our winter months, when temperatures

unexpectedly dip.

The night will feature live local bands performing cover songs as well

as original music, visual art displays, comedians, a raffle, and

silent art auction.

We are seeking artwork with themes of :

hope

community

peace

love

generosity

kindness

for display and sale during the show. Please let us know if you would like to donate a piece for the silent auction.

We are also seeking live painters and body painters.

There is no commission for any artwork sold. Donations benefiting the fundraiser will be at the artists discretion and greatly appreciated.

Please send images of the pieces you would like to submit to:

themiamiartistsexchange@gmail.com

or

tatianaenriquezart@gmail.com

http://www.facebook.com/notes/the-miami-artists-exchange/call-to-artists-deadline-is-november-30th-fundraiser-benefitting-camillus-house-/238770006250199

Thank you so much for your support!

Teacher’s Fun Day! Miami International Book Fair 11/15/12

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Teacher’s Fun Day! Miami International Book Fair
Thursday, 11/15/2012, 10:00 am – 03:00 pm
TEACHERSFUNDAYADMiami Dade College-Wolfson
300 NE Second Ave,
Miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link

Hello Valued Educators!

The Center for Literature and Theater @Miami Dade College would like to invite you to Teacher’s Fun Day, a program running during the Miami International Bookfair on November 15th. Teacher’s Fun Day is designed for educators to share tips, lesson plans and ideas and find new ways to inspire students. (Credit offered for K-12 teachers)

For more information please visit our website:
http://miamibookfair.com/events/teachers_fun_day.aspx

Miami Book Fair 2012 Evenings With… Schedule 11/11/12-11/16/12

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Miami Book Fair 2012 Evenings With…. Schedule
11/11/12-11/16/12
Miami Dade MDC’s Wolfson Campus
300 NE Second Ave.
downtown Miami, FL
Tickets: $10
MiamiBookFair.com

Twilight Tastings: Mon-Fri., 5pm, 6100, FREE (cocktails & snacks)

Sunday, Nov. 11:
* 4 p.m. Inauguration ceremony – (Auditorium)
* 5 p.m. Opening Cocktail reception
* 6 p.m. Evening With… Tom Wolfe (Chapman, , $10)
Homero Aridjis in 2106
* 7 p.m. The Toledos, in conversation w/Judith Thurman of the New Yorker (Freedom Tower, FREE)
* 8 p.m. Tom Wolfe documentary by Miami based Oscar Corral, “Tom Wolfe Gets Back to Blood” (Auditorium, FREE)

Monday, Nov. 12:
* 4 pm – Lemony Snicket (Auditorium, FREE)
* 6:30 p.m. Evening With… Junot Diaz in conversation (Auditorium, $10)
* 8 p.m. – Evening With… Chris Hayes in conversation – (Chapman, $10)

Tuesday, Nov. 13
* 6:30pm: Mirta Ojito in conversation w/ Nicholas Lemann- (Auditorium, FREE)
* 8pm Evening With… Sandra Cisneros (Chapman, $10)

Wednesday, Nov. 14
* 6:30pm: Evening wit Dr. Brian Weiss any Amy Weiss (Chapman, $10)
* 8pm: Evening With… Jeffrey Toobin (Chapman, $10)

Thursday, Nov. 15
6 p.m. – Opening of Paraguay Pavilion
6:30 p.m. Evening With… Robert Caro – (Chapman, $10)
8 p.m. – Evening With… Gopnik – (Auditorium, $10)

Friday, Nov. 16
6:30 p.m. — Evening With… Emma Donoghue – (Chapman, $10)
7:30pm: Manny Diaz on Miami Transformed: Rebuilding America One Neighborhood, One City at a Time (Freedom Tower) FREE
8:00 — Evening With… Robert Weil in conversation with Alan Ryan –(Chapman $10)
10:30 p.m. – Literary Death Match –(Bardot, $10)

29th Miami Book Fair International 11/11/12-11/18/12

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29th Miami Book Fair International Presented and produced by The Center @ MDC
Nov. 11 – 18, 2012
Street Fair: Friday through Sunday, November 16 – 18
Miami Dade MDC’s Wolfson Campus
300 NE Second Ave.
downtown Miami, FL
MiamiBookFair.com

Tickets:
Evenings With…: $10
Evening With… Schedule

Street Fair
* Fri., Nov. 16: Free
* Sat & Sun., Nov. 17 & 18: $8/adult; Ages 13-18 & over 62: $5, Ages 12 & under: Free

Readings, Author signings and Topical Discussions

The 29th edition of the nation’s finest and largest literary gathering, Miami Book Fair International, presented by The Center for Literature and Theatre @ Miami Dade College (MDC), will take place November 11 – 18, 2012. The always-popular Street Fair includes more than 200 exhibitors from around the country selling books in a festive atmosphere.

The Fair, MDC’s flagship cultural event, will treat book lovers to eight days of cultural and educational activities, including the beloved Evenings With… series, the IberoAmerican Authors program, myriad learning activities for children, and programs for food enthusiasts in partnership with the college’s Miami Culinary Institute.

Top Confirmed Authors
The Fair continues to raise the bar of excellence by offering a fine roster of writers from the U.S. and abroad, and this year will be no exception. Confirmed authors include talk show host Bill O’Reilly, actress Molly Ringwald, political commentator Andrew Solomon, historians Robert Caro and Deborah Dash Moore, David Maraniss, Michael Grunwald; Pulitzer Prize winning Junot Diaz; essayists and commentators Adam Gopnik and Camille Paglia; novelists Sandra Cisneros, Emma Donoghue, Jess Walters, Ann Lamott Lauren Groff, Robert Goolrick, Thane Rosenbaum, personality Lemony Snickett; fashion designers Isabel and Ruben Toledo; best selling authors James Patterson, Jo Nesbo, RL Stine, Justin Torres, and opening the Fair on Nov. 11 is novelist and journalist Tom Wolfe, to name just a few of the 300 plus authors coming to Miami from all over the world to read from their newest works, to meet their readers and sign books.

The IberoAmerican program will present an array of Spanish-speaking literary voices from around the world, including Homero Aridjis (Mexico), Mayra Santos Febres (Puerto Rico), Abilio Estévez (Cuba-Spain), Santiago Roncagliolo (Perú) and more.

Back again this year is the fall edition of The Miami Writers Institute, with workshops taught by novelist Margot Livesey, literary agent Kimberly Witherspoon, and award-winning author Teresa Dovalpage with a workshop in Spanish, among others.

This year, the Fair continues to expand its children’s programming with Generation Genius Days, a component for toddlers, children, tweens and teens to explore, discover and learn through reading and writing, storytelling, art-making, music and theater. Age-appropriate, book-inspired activities will be offered, and will include a “musical petting zoo”, where kids can handle instruments; map-making and star-gazing; junior engineering projects and science experiments; creative writing and theater workshops, computer storyboarding for comics and cartoons, and other activities that can lead to learning and discovery in the various subject areas, such as English, math, history, geography, the sciences, the visual arts and others. An additional day of author readings for students on field trips is now on the schedule, as well as a fourth day of readings, storytelling and entertainment on the two children’s stages.

The Fair also continues special programming for educators with the day-long School of Comics and Graphic Novels — a series of workshops on how to use comics in the classroom–and adds workshops on how to teach creative writing to K-12 students. Miami Book Fair International 2012 promises to be another exceptional literary event!

Miami Book Fair International is the largest and is regarded as the finest literary gathering in America. It is the premier event of The Center for literature and theatre at Miami Dade College. The Center promotes reading and writing throughout the year by consistently presenting quality literary activities open to all in South Florida. Literacy projects target children of all ages—from kindergarten to high school—as well as college students and adults. Established and emerging writers from South Florida and all over the U.S. read, lecture, and teach workshops. They work with K-12, MDC students, and diverse members of the community, helping to deepen their understanding of literature, and encouraging their work of writers at all stages of development. The Center envisions South Florida as a nexus of literary activity in the Americas and beyond, and will continue to champion its mission of promoting the advancement and appreciation of the literary arts in all forms.

Miami Book Fair International is made possible through the generous support of the State of Florida and the National Endowment for the Arts; the City of Miami; Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade County Mayor and Board of County Commissioners; Miami-Dade County Public Schools; the Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau; the Miami Downtown Development; and the Friends of the Fair; as well as many corporate partners.

Miami Dade College has a long and rich history of involvement in the cultural arts, providing South Florida with a vast array of artistic and literary offerings including The Miami Book Fair International, The Florida Center for the Literary Arts, The Miami International Film Festival, the MDC Live! performing arts series, The MDC Tower Theater Cinema Series, the Miami Leadership Roundtable speakers’ series, the National Historic Landmark Freedom Tower, numerous renowned campus art galleries and theaters, and the nationally recognized School of Entertainment and Design Technology. With an enrollment of more than 174,000 students, MDC is the largest institution of higher education in the country and is a national model for many of its programs. The college’s eight campuses and outreach centers offer more than 300 distinct degree programs including baccalaureate, Associate in Arts and Science degrees and numerous career training certificates leading to in-demand jobs. MDC has served nearly 2,000,000 students since it opened its doors in 1960.

Van Dyke Upstairs Music Calendar November 2012

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Van Dyke Upstairs Music Calendar November 2012
Van Dyke Café
846 Lincoln Road
Miami Beach FL 33139
305-534-3600
www.thevandykecafe.com

November’s highlight includes IDA (Inspire & Develop Artists) seminar/reality shows for Singers & Singer/Songwriters with mentors pop superstar Jon Secada and music songwriting and production giants Rudy Perez, Mark Hudson and David Frangioni on site working with the participants and also performing on November 12th and 26th.

Named as one of Time Magazine’s Miami: 10 Things to Do in 24 Hours in 2010, Van Dyke Café is a favorite for its international fares, and continues the tradition as the only venue on Lincoln Road to catch live musical performances nightly with jazz, funk, rock, Latin, house, pop, blues, bossa, salsa, R&B and so much more.

1;  Brandon Wright;  Wright has worked with a diverse group of artists including Chuck Mangione, The Mingus Big Band, Doc Severinsen, and Fred Wesley. This one night engagement will feature the music from his latest release, “Journeyman”
2;  Iko Iko;  Local legendary blues band;
3;  Ike & Val;  Soul & blues revue;
4;  French Horn;  Miami based via Paris band creates uninhibited blending of styles of creativity. Their musical roots range from jazz, ska, polka, gypsy/parisian/ circus vibe/swing/ world beat;
5;  La Nueva Onda Latina Series;  Hosted by Adrian Guerra – Showcasing the finest in Latin rock and pop songwriters;
6;  Alfredo Chacon Groove;  Vibraphonist/Percussionist presenting;  Latin jazz, funk, bossa, beautiful melodies and groovy rhythms;
7;  Negroni’s Trio;  Nov 7th Negroni’s Trio + Federico Britos & Dr. Ed Calle : World Music 5 join forces to play music from the world!;
8;  Nicole Henry;  A soulful contemporary jazz and pop recording artist compared to the likes of Whitney Houston and Sarah Vaughn, with three top-10 albums and acclaimed around the world;
9;  Tony Succar y el grupo;  Mixtura Latin – A musical journey through South America and Latin Carribean.;  Funky salsa and merengue party;
10;  Elastic Bond;  Tropical soul groovesters even your mom would like – Cutting Edge… Billboard Magazine;
11;  Oriente;  Latin jazz-blues-rhythm-n-soul;
12;  IDA Pop superstar Jon Secada and music songwriting and production giants Rudy Perez, Mark Hudson and David Frangioni are mentoring and hosting IDA (Inspire & Develop Artists seminar/reality show for Singers & Singer/Songwriters. 12 – 16 IDA Participants will each perform live with the IDA band;
13;  Valerie Tyson;  “The Voice, Smooth and Sultry”,”The singer expressive and refined” acknowledged as one of the R&B divas of South Florida, Valerie Tyson is one of the area’s most sought after female vocalist;
14;  Kathleen Hollingsworth;  20-20: Neo cool jive jazz and swingster vocals fusing jazz, soul and rock featuring original compositions and deconstructed standards;
15;  Iresounds featuring Felipe Lamoglia;  Contemporary fusion of Afro Cuban;  jazz, rumba and guaguanco;
16;  Novell Nu Soul Series;  Classic and contemporary soul, funk, and R&B hits;
17;  Cuban Soul Nights;  A great night of traditional Cuban Music, full of boleros, guaguanco and rumba rhythms. Featuring musicians that play with Latin stars like Celia Cruz and others!;
18;  Ike & Val;  Soul & blues revue;
19;  Joey Gilmore Featuring Pat Hunter;  Two local legends unite for a evening of blues and soul;
20;  Randy Singer’s “Airplay”;  New beat and original American songbook, turning familiar classic rock/pop/jazz into blues, braz, jazz, bebop, fun;
21;  Van Dyke Open Mike Jazz Jam;  Hosted by Felipe Lamoglia;  Discover and re-discover South Florida’s finest musicians;
22;  Silvano Monasterios;  Grammy nominated pianist/composer. His latest record, “Unconditional” was chosen as one of the top 10 jazz records by jazzweek.com;
23;  Maryell Epps;  Diva of love, song, and the gospel funk;
24;  Frank Ward;  High energy, entertaining band that plays a wide variety of uptempo blues with a unique feel. The new CD “Somebody Better Have My Money” fwill be available at all shows;
25;  Aquaphonics;  A well stewed brew of jazz, funk, and electronica; with a dash of indie-dance-pop, and the right amount of soul;
26;  IDA Pop superstar Jon Secada and music songwriting and production giants Rudy Perez, Mark Hudson and David Frangioni are mentoring and hosting IDA (Inspire & Develop Artists seminar/reality show for Singers & Singer/Songwriters. 12 – 16 IDA All participants will each perform live with the IDA band.;
27;  John Hart;  Live from New York! A night of jazz guitar. John brings his unique style to the Van Dyke for one night only. With Chuck Bergeron on bass and John Yarling on drums.;
28;  The Aaron Lebos Reality;  High-energy jazz/rock fusion. Featuring original compositions by Aaron Lebos. Be prepared to be blown away;
29;  Albare iTD – 21st century guitarist Albare and his iTD virtuosic and international line up
30;  Albare iTD – Plays a new form of jazz and allows many contemporary cross overs at the same time… Albare’s music is lyrical at heart, with a deep sense of groove and sticky melodies

Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida’s Celebrates 15 Years Of Holiday Tradition With The Nutcracker Gala 12/9/12

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Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida’s Celebrates 15 Years Of Holiday Tradition With The Nutcracker Gala
7695395262_1498d27e36_cSunday December 9th at 7:00 pm
The Fillmore Miami Beach at the Jackie Gleason Theater
1700 Washington Ave
Miami Beach, FL 33139
Sunday, December 9, 2012, 7:00pm (VIP Gala at 6:00 pm)
Tickets: $82.50 (VIP), $47.50 – $52.50
Phone: 305-673-7300
www.FillmoreMB.com

Aventura Arts & Cultural Center
3385 NE 188th street
Aventura, FL 33180
Friday, December 14, 2012, 7:00 pm
Saturday, December 15, 2012, 7:00 pm
Sunday, December 16, 2012, 3:00 pm
Tickets: $35.00
Phone: 954-462-0222
www.aventuracenter.org

Parker Playhouse
707 NE 8th Street,
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
Saturday, December 22, 2012, 7:00 pm
Sunday, December 23, 2012, 3:00 pm
Tickets: $15 to $35.00
Phone: 954-462-0222
www.ParkerPlayhouse.com 

For more information regarding any of the season’s shows, visit www.artsballettheatre.org, or call (305) 948-4777

Beginning with a Gala Event, the company of the Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida will once again journey to the Land of the Sweets, as they perform the traditional annual audience favorite, The Nutcracker.  This holiday ‘chestnut’ depicts the tale of a young girl, Clara, on Christmas Eve and the adventure she undertakes when her most cherished Christmas present, a nutcracker, comes to life. Together they battle the Mouse King, travel to the Land of Sweets , enjoy festivities with delicious international treats, and finally travel home.
 
Company members of Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida are exceptionally excited about this year’s performances of The Nutcracker and are proud to give life to the roles of the Sugarplum Fairy and her cavalier, the Nutcracker Prince, the Marzipan dance, the Snow Queen and all of the other wonderful characters that light up the eyes of all ages of audiences during the holiday season, to celebrate Arts Ballet Theatre’s fifteen years of bringing affordable and exquisite ballet to South Florida!
 
There will be three venues showcasing the critically acclaimed performances of Vladimir Issaev’s holiday tradition – the stages of the Fillmore Miami Beach at the Jackie Gleason Theater, the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center and The Parker Playhouse of Fort Lauderdale. The company is most excited about the opening gala celebration performance at the Fillmore/Gleason, which will truly celebrate the company’s fifteen years of making holiday magic. For VIP Patrons, the December 9th Gala will begin at 6:00 pm, with tapas and libations, a reception with the international corps of dancers, and chances to bid on silent auction items that range from donations from Tiffany’s, to weekend getaways at the Ritz Carlton in Orlando, followed by the grand opening performance of the holiday season.
 
The principal roles in The Nutcracker will be commanded by Arts Ballet’s own delicious international treats – Jun Tanabe, Kaori Fukui and Miu Yamauhi and Takayuki Asai from Japan, Breeana Flannery from Australia, Lillian Hill of Ft. Lauderdale, Kelvin Rabines from Peru, DeeDee Rosner from North Carolina, and Hernan Montenegro from Chile with additional dancers from Japan, Cuba, France, Venezuela and Chile completing the rest of the cast.
 
Issaev’s engaging choreography preserves the Russian tradition, with music of P.I. Tchaikovsky, yet serves as an alternative to those who already have seen Balanchine’s version and every year the production is enhanced, adding special effects like falling snow and a growing Christmas tree, which enchant children and adults, making each year a ‘new’ experience for returning audiences.
 
Engage in the holiday gift loved ones will always cherish. Don’t miss the opportunity to share the excitement and charm of the great tradition of the holidays with Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida during their extraordinary performances of "The Nutcracker."

Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida receives funding from Miami Dade County Dept. of Cultural Affairs, Broward County Cultural Division, Florida Division of Cultural Affairs, Miami Salon Group, Funding Arts Broward, Citizens Interested in Arts, Target and Marlin Foundation, The Miami Childrens Trust to support a professional season of performances and community outreach events in Miami-Dade County for the 2012-2013 season.

Photos by JoeyG photography.

Ping Pong and Cocktails for A Cause 11/7/12

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Ping Pong & Cocktails for A Cause
Wednesday, November 7, 2012 At 9:00pm
Chalk Ping Pong and Billiard Lounge
1234 Washington Ave
Miami Beach, FL 33139
For more info or to RSVP, please email rebeccaanneyoakum@gmail.com  or call 407.701.1487.

Rebecca Yoakum will host a Ping Pong & Cocktails  event as part of the Team Challenge program in support of the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America. The event will feature complimentary ping pong and cocktails from 9:00 – 10:00pm for guests who make a $20 donation.  Funds raised at this event will support the funding for research for a cure for Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, and other irritable bowel diseases and the many programs that the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America provide to those in communities across the nation for those suffering from these debilitating diseases.

If you cannot attend but would still like to support Rebecca’s efforts, visit http://www.active.com/donate/sflorLV12/SFLRYoakum.

Are you ready to give yourself the ultimate challenge? Well, now is your chance! The Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America is recruiting individuals to participate in their bi-annual Team Challenge program, an endurance training and fundraising program. Through Team Challenge, you can run, or walk, 13.1 miles, or train for a triathlon or cycling event while helping to find a cure for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, two chronic and often debilitating digestive diseases that impact more than 1.4 millionAmericans.
 
“We are excited to expand our team of athletes accepting a challenge to find a cure,” said Amy Gray, executive director of Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America’s Florida Chapter. “For 5 years, we have provided participants an unparalleled level of training. In return, they have helped us to raise more than $32 million to support the research that is bringing us closer to finding a cure. It is an honor to see them in action and we cannot wait to meet our newest team members.”
 
Those who are ready to make a difference in their lives, and the lives of the millions ofindividuals living with Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis, will begin training and fundraising with their local team.. The South Florida Team Challenge team has training locations in Miami-Dade County, Broward County and Palm Beach County and will conclude with the Miami ING Half Marathon on January 27, 2013. In addition to training together, participants will work together to reach a team goal of $160,000 that will support research for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis.

For more information, visit www.ccteamchallenge.org  today or contact RachelKramer at rkramer@ccfa.org or 561-218-2929.

“Zip to the Polls” This Election Day With Half-Price Zipcar Rates 11/6/12

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“Zip to the Polls” This Election Day With Half-Price Zipcar Rates
Tuesday, 11/06/2012, 05:00 am – 09:00 pm
Zip-to-the-PollsMiami Polling Stations
All Zipcar locations and polling locations,
Miami, Florida Miami
More Info Link

In an effort to encourage members to get out and vote this Election Day, Zipcar, the world’s leading car sharing network, is offering a special 2012 Election Day discount to make it easier to get to the polling stations on November 6.

Zipcar launched in Miami on November 1, 2012, offering hybrids, convertibles, sedans, SUVs and pickup trucks, as well as Mercedes C250s and Audi A3s to Miami residents. Vehicles are conveniently located throughout Downtown Miami, Brickell, South Beach and Coral Gables.

As part of the “Zip to the Polls” program, hourly rates will be reduced by half on all Zipcars nationwide between the polling hours of 5am and 9pm (local time) on November 6, 2012.

Visit www.zipcar.com/zip-to-the-polls to learn more and to make a half-price hourly Zipcar reservation to “Zip to the Polls” on Election Day. All Zipcar rates include gas, 180 miles of travel per day, insurance, reserved parking spots and roadside assistance.

Mini Monday Mornings 11/5/12

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Mini Monday Mornings
Monday, 11/05/2012, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Miami Children’s Museum
980 Macarthur Causeway,
Miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link

Join MCM Educators every Monday morning in November for a special time just for the littlest members of the family! Mini Monday Mornings are designed for children three years and under to have a quiet time to explore the museum and enjoy programs made just for them. Children will engage all of their developing senses with painting, participating in sand play, story times, and more with MCM Educators! (To better accommodate our smallest friends, MCM will be school group-free on these mornings)

Wonderland’s 1st Year Anniversary Special Appearance by George Acosta 11/8/12

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Wonderland’s 1st Year Anniversary Special Appearance by George Acosta
Thursday, 11/08/2012, 11:00 pm – 06:00 am
PicsArt_1351047752477Wonderland Miami
7770 Biscayne Blvd,
miami, Florida 33138
Webpage Link

RICK C Presents

Wonderland’s 1st Year Anniversary!!

With a special appearance by George Acosta!

Complimentary Admission on Rick C’s List all night long!

Text /Call 786 303 2787 786 273 7401 for guest list or table reservations.
Rick C VIP Host Wonderland Miami

786 303 2787 / 786 273 7401

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Seductive Salsa/Bachata Thursdays 11/1/12

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Seductive Salsa/Bachata Thursdays
Thursday, 11/01/2012, 09:00 pm – 03:00 am
wellThe Well Lounge Miami Beach
444 West 41st Street,
Miami Beach, Florida 33140
Webpage Link

Ladies Love The Well Lounge Bachata Room Now Open

This Thursday DRESS To Impress Food Now Available

The party this Thursday is going to be at the world famous The Well Lounge in Miami Beach….next to The Forge.

Formerly known as The Glass and Jimmy Z’s
Salsa Classes: Starts At 9pm Sharp

Gentlemen: Cover only $10

Ladies: Free before 11PM After 11pm $5

We appreciate your Support

Equipped with polished wood floors, elegant venue with 2 full decked bars

Free parking at the meters And Free Parking in the Rear Did we say

We Are Serving Food As Well at The Well Ask the Bartenders for Menu

$7 Rum and Cokes

$7 Vodka Cranberries

$3 Waters

Free Beginners Salsa Class All the way from Salsa Central Dance Studios and Tapas y Tintos Ricky Torres will be teaching a LA style salsa class at 9PM sharp Don’t miss it Come get your early groove on

DJ Mike Calderon spinning the best Salsa Mambo Cha Cha all night

So come out tell a friend or two and let’s celebrate our love for music

In the Bachata Room, we will have have DJ Hervin Alvarez spinning Strictly the hottest Bachata in town

See you Lovely Ladies there This Event is About You

And “IF” you play Instruments, Feel Free to Bring them And get a Free Drink Ticket Congas, Bongos, Cow Bells, Claves, etc …But you gotta KNOW How to Playlol

Photographs of Art Live Fair benefiting the Lotus House Women Shelter on 10/28/12

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Art Live Fair benefiting the Lotus House Women Shelter at the Coconut Grove Convention Center on Sunday, October 28, 2012.

“Art Live 2012 is an interactive, performance based, contemporary “art happening” and fair in which artists and exhibitors are invited to share the creative process unfolding spontaneously in every form of artistic medium and to the extent possible, engage the fairgoers in the the creative process.”

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Dance Ritual 11/3/12

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Dance Ritual
Sunday, 11/03/2012, 10:00 pm –
danceritual1103The Vagabond
30 NE 14 Street,
Miami, Florida 33132
Facebook Link

Saturdays At The Vagabond
Presents
Dance Ritual
Feauring
“Little” Louie Vega
Advanced Tickets Available
http://wantickets.com/
Hosted By
Back Door Bamby
Resident DJs
Brad Strickland . Ray Milian . Ryan Evans .
Carmel Ophir. Wasabi
Featuring
Live And In The Flesh…
Bamby’s Notorious Sex Kittens & Naughty Misfits
In The Garden: The Smoke-Out BBQ
Complimentary Absolute Vodka Cocktails 10-11

Celebrate The Land Of The Free This Election Day With Free Pizza, Free Beer And Free Play At Seminole Casino Coconut Creek’s Sorrisi 11/6/12

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Celebrate The Land Of The Free This Election Day With Free Pizza, Free Beer And Free Play At Seminole Casino Coconut Creek’s Sorrisi
Tuesday, 11/06/2012, 03:00 pm – 08:00 pm
SCCC_Plasma_1296x2240_Election_DaySeminole Casino Coconut Creek – Sorrisi
5550 NW 40th Street,
Coconut Creek, Florida 33073
Webpage Link

Celebrate the land of the free this Election Day at Seminole Casino Coconut Creek. Enjoy mouthwatering free pizza, thirst-quenching free beer and receive free play when you vote for your favorite pizza and beer combo at the popular Italian restaurant Sorrisi. Plus, take a memorable photo with your favorite presidential candidate lookalike!

The tasty battling combos are the Northeastern Smoked Lobster and Alfredo Pizza with a Samuel Adams Boston Lager, against the Chicago Spicy Sausage and Peppers Pizza with Bell’s Oberon Ale. The winning pair will become a part of the regular menu at Sorrisi.

Participants must register online at www.facebook.com/seminolecasinocococreek to be eligible to cast their vote.