Free Holiday Movies For The Soul at The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove 12/3-17/11

Holiday Movies For The Soul
Saturdays, December 3, 10 and 17 from 7 p.m.
December 3: A Christmas Story
December 10: Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas
December 17: It’s A Wonderful Life
The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove, Miami
3300 Southwest 27th Avenue
Coconut Grove, Florida
305-644-4680
www.ritzcarlton.com/coconutgrove
Complimentary with no reservations required. Open to the public. $8 valet parking

The spirit of the season comes alive with holiday movie classics under the stars on Bizcaya Fountain Terrace, bringing back memories of hot cocoa, fresh-out-the-oven cookies and stories of sugar plum fairies, Jack Frost and our favorite man in red. The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove, Miami invites you to spend Saturday evenings watching some of the best holiday movie classics, sipping Hot Toddies and enjoying seasonal favorites as you rekindle childhood memories with family and friends.

Spread the joy by bringing an unwrapped ‘tween toy or gift card and we’ll personally deliver them to children in need just in time for the holidays.

Photographs of Won’t You Be My Neighbor? at Found on 11/17/11

Yo Miami and The Black Key Group ask: Won’t You Be My Neighbor? at Found on Thursday, November 17, 2011.

Providing the musical entertainment for the night was: The Ean Archer Band, Sirens and Sealions,  Arboles Libres and Deaf Poets.  Ms. Cheezious and Coolhaus food trucks were on site serving up scrumptious grilled cheeses and custom ice cream sandwiches!  Local artists’ that had there work on display were: Kazilla, Kelo, Vince “Bad Panda” Herrera, Torek and GG.

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The Macallan Single Malt Scotch at AD Oasis 12/2-4/11

AD Oasis
Friday, December 2, 12pm-6pm
Saturday, December 3, 12pm-6pm
Sunday, December 4, 10am-2pm
The Raleigh Hotel
1775 Collins Ave
Miami Beach, FL

The Macallan® Launch Party
Friday, December 2, 9pm-12am

adoasismiami.com
By Invitation only.
Please RSVP to events@archdigest.com

the AD Oasis is a luxurious retreat created for artists, designers, collectors, and VIPs in Miami Beach for the art world’s most significant U.S. event.

Architectural Digest will be taking over the Raleigh hotel to present “an exclusive luxurious retreat, created by celebrated designer Mark Cunningham” “where Art & Design unwind…”

The Macallan® Single Malt Scotch
Official Launch Of The Macallan’s Collaboration With World-Renowned X-Ray Photographer Nick Veasey
Friday, December 2, 9pm to Midnight

Grand Opening Party for The Armory Studios 11/26/11

Grand Opening Party for The Armory Studios
November 26th, 2011, 9 pm
The Armory Studios
572 NW 23RD STREET
Miami, FL 33127
www.thearmorymiami.com
RSVP to dw@thearmorymiami.com

Grand Opening of The Armory Studios.
This brand new space in Wynwood offers an indoor AND outdoor live music space. In addition The Armory offers recording studios and rehearsal space.
Join us for the opening party as we welcome DJ Nicolle Chirino and music by the band Fulah.
Doors open at 9pm.

The Palm Authority Project 11/30/11 – 12/4/11

The Palm Authority Project
11/30/11 – 12/04/11, 10am to 10pm
Bayfront Park
corner of Biscayne boulevard and NE 1st street
Website

The Palm Authority project is a large scale installation with 5 inflatable hands by New-York based artist Esmeralda Kosmatopoulos in collaboration with the youth social programs of AMA | Art Museum of the Americas, Organization of American States.

This public art project will be presented in Bayfront Park, Miami during Art Basel.

The installation will be in Bayfront park at the corner of Biscayne boulevard and NE 1st street.

The hands will be inflated from 9am to midnight, and will be lightened at night.
The audio will play every hour from 10am to 10pm.

Toyota Antics Presents Special Disco Version Miami 12/1/11

Toyota Antics Presents Special Disco Version Miami
12/01/2011, 10:00 PM
Grand Central
697 North Miami Avenue
Miami, FL 33136

RSVP Here

TOYOTA ANTICS presents Special Disco Version on Thursday, Dec. 1st in Miami

The free music event will showcase DJ sets by James Murphy/Pat Mahoney of LCD Soundsystem, a live performance by The Black Lips, a Midnight Surfer DJ set and more surprise guests.

The musical talent will be joined by retro-themed vehicle activations from Toyota.

To RSVP visit: http://uptheantics.com/discobasel

Calling all Event Planners! Safari Sneak Peek at Zoo Miami and Camp Owaissa Bauer Expedition 1/12/12

Calling all Event Planners! Safari Sneak Peek at Zoo Miami and Camp Owaissa Bauer Expedition
January 12, 2012, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Zoo Miami
12400 SW 152 Street
Miami, FL 33177
www.zoomiami.org

Calling all Event Planners! Safari Sneak Peek at Zoo Miami and Camp Owaissa Bauer Expedition

Are you an event planner who wants to give your clients that once-in-a-lifetime experience? If you’re looking for that unique, yet fun and elegant venue to plan an event for your clients, look no further. You found it at Zoo Miami! And now you can also experience the uniqueness of nearby Camp Owaissa Bauer – all in one day; all free!

Whether an elegant reception or wedding, corporate team-building session, company picnic, or special gathering for friends and family, Zoo Miami and Camp Owaissa Bauer offer the perfect spot – day or night, indoor or out.

On January 12, 2012, at 9 a.m., join Zoo Miami’s Group Sales Team at as we take you on a complimentary “Safari Sneak Peek” showcasing exotic event locations throughout our zoo! Visit the most beautiful and popular areas in which to host an event – with wild animals and lush vegetation as your background. Your visit will also include:
• Complimentary Zoo admission
• Guided tram tour
• Monorail all-day pass
• Light refreshments
• Exciting raffles
• Discount at concessions & gift shop valid on January 12, 2012
• 10% off your facility rental if you book within six months of your visit

After your zoo experience, the first 10 people who signed up for Safari Sneak Peek will get a free tour of Camp Owaissa Bauer. Your visit includes:
• Free transportation by van from Zoo Miami to Camp Owaissa Bauer
• Introduction to EcoAdventure staff who will describe the facility’s event venues
• Free lunch
• A guided tour of the facility
• Transportation back to Zoo Miami at 2 p.m.

Give us a try. We guarantee you’ll be glad you did! Reservations required to attend. Please call or email Terry Mallo, Special Events Manager, to reserve your spot at 305-251-0400, ext. 84939 or mallot@miamidade.gov. We look forward to meeting and seeing you at our wonderful and unique facilities!

Les Jacmeliens Art Basel Exclusive Show 12/1-2/11

Les Jacmeliens Art Basel Exclusive Show 12/1-2/11
December 1 and December 2, @ 7pm-10pm
Haitian Heritage Museum
4141 NE 2nd Ave
Design District Miami, FL 33137
More Info & RSVP

3 Amazing Haitian Artist 1 Spectacular Exhibition

“Les Jacmeliens” 2011 marks the official launch of the first art exhibition that bridges Haiti’s renowned, Arts district Jacmel with the local art scene in the Miami Design District. “Les Jacmeliens” debuts a group exhibition that will feature works by two Haitian artist from Jacmel; “Dufo”, son of Haitian master Prefete Duffaut, and Carel Blain, together with works by local Haitian American contemporary artist Reynald Poisson. The presentation will open across border dialogue of vibrant artistic expressions by Haitian artists throughout the diaspora and Haiti.

December 1, 2011 VIP Opening Reception 7-10pm

December 2, 2011 Intimate Talk and Q & A with the artists 7-10pm

“Les Jacmeliens” runs through March 2012

All taking place @ The Haitian Heritage Museum

Sponsors: DACRA, Wholefoods Market, Art Basel and Miami Design District. Tasty Treats by Chef Ron Duprat

New Theatre Finds Home With The Roxy Theatre Group For Current Season

New Theatre Finds Home With The Roxy Theatre Group For Current Season

Celebrating its 10th anniversary, The Roxy Theatre Group (RTG) a non-profit youth arts organization is honored to welcome professional theater company, New Theatre to The Roxy Performing Arts Center (1645 SW 107th Ave. Miami, FL). This collaboration marks the first time in recent years, an educational performing arts program houses a resident theatre ensemble in Miami-Dade County. As education and the creative spirit of the arts are instrumental principles for both organizations, this effort shall strengthen Miami’s arts network.

New Theatre had to seek another venue, as the 100-seat locale where they commissioned and world premiered over fifty ground breaking productions, such as Nilo Cruz’s Pulitzer Prize winning play Anna In The Tropics (2003), since 2001 is to be demolished in January, 2012. Established in a renovated movie-house since 2002 and best known for their children’s performing arts programming, The Roxy Theatre Group is thrilled to provide New Theatre with a headquarters for the 2011-2012 season.

As part of the partnership, RTG’s advanced students will have the opportunity to audition and work backstage for New Theatre’s shows, enabling young performers to gain Actors’ Equity Association credentials, essential for theatre professionals. Artists from New Theatre will also provide theater workshops to RTG students. While this commences an extraordinary culmination, each organization will remain producing artistic endeavors separately.

“We wanted to help New Theatre, as soon as we became aware of the situation. After all the show must go on!,” said Jorgina Fernandez, Artistic Director & Co-Founder for The Roxy Theatre Group.

“We are incredibly appreciative of The Roxy Theatre Group opening their home to us! It completely makes sense that a top-notch performing arts youth program partner with an award-winning, nationally recognized theatre company. Our individual missions can only be strengthened by our co-existence!,” said Ricky J. Martinez, New Theatre’s Artistic Director. Founded in 1986, New Theatre is a multi-cultural theatre producing a season of Nouveau Classic works, blending classics and new works.

Please visit www.RoxyPac.com & www.new-theatre.org for The Roxy Theatre Group’s and New Theatre’s respective seasons. The Roxy Theatre Group offers classes in drama, voice and dance to children ages 3-17, with year-round programs including two after school care programs and a performing arts summer camp. For more information please call 305-226-0030, email Ana Andreu, Programs Director via Aandreu@roxypac.com.

Photo attached: 2910, jpg. Caption: New Theatre, Artistic Director, Ricky J. Martinez, Managing Director, Eileen Suarez, The Roxy Theatre Group, Theatre Arts Director, Charles A. Sothers and Artistic Director, Jorgina Fernandez, celebrate this extraordinary collaboration. Photo by: Nora Oñate.

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2011 FLAIA Charity Cocktail Reception to benefit Hedge Funds Care 11/30/11

2011 FLAIA Charity Cocktail Reception to benefit Hedge Funds Care
November 30, 2011, 5:30 pm
Four Seasons Hotel Miami
1435 Brickell Avenue
Miami, FL 33131
www.flaia.org/hfc2011.php

Tickets are $175.

The Florida Alternative Investment Association (FLAIA), a not-for-profit association focused on establishing Florida as a leading center for alternative investment management, announced that the annual South Florida Charity Cocktail Reception to benefit Hedge Funds Care will take place at 5:30 p.m. November 30. All proceeds from the event will benefit leading national charities focused on the prevention and treatment of child abuse.

Ashbel “Ash” Williams, executive director and CIO of the Florida State Board of Administration (SBA), will serve as the keynote speaker. Williams works with SBA trustees, including Florida’s governor, chief financial officer and attorney general, to manage assets including the Florida Retirement System (FRS) Trust Fund, a $100 billion-plus pension fund and the fourth largest pension fund in the U.S.

The networking event, which includes cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, live music and a guest raffle with prizes donated by Miami-based businesses, coincides with the kick-off of Art Basel Miami Beach. Tickets for the event, which is open to the public, are available for $175.

Florida Alternative Investment Association (FAIA) and the event’s title sponsor, Kaufman, Rossin & Company

2011 FLAIA Charity Cocktail Reception to benefit Hedge Funds Care, an organization that supports child welfare organizations and raises awareness of the key issues related to child abuse

The Florida Alternative Investment Association (FLAIA) is a not-for-profit organization working to establish Florida as a leading center for alternative investment management. Founded in 2007, the organization provides a platform for educating, connecting, and better positioning Florida-based fund managers to attract significant sources of investment capital. For more information, visit www.flaia.org.

Soul Doctor Musical Opens 12/24/11

Soul Doctor Musical Opens
December 24 – January 8
Colony Theater
1040 Lincoln Road
Miami Beach.

January 10 – 29
Parker Playhouse
707 NE 8th Street.
Fort Lauderdale
www.shlomomusical.com

Individual tickets for the show can be purchased at the Colony Theatre (305.674.1040), Parker Playhouse (954.462.0222) or through Ticketmaster, www.ticketmaster.com.

For group sales, including kosher catered cast parties, call 954.364.7122 or email groups@shlomomusical.com. Student and senior citizen discounts are available.

Broadway-Bound Soul Doctor, The Journey of ‘Rock-Star Rabbi’ Shlomo Carlebach,
Opens December 24 in South Florida

Soul Doctor, the exhilarating, riveting and hilarious new Broadway-bound musical, tells the true story of the beloved and controversial father of popular Jewish music, Shlomo Carlebach. Deemed a “Certifiable Hit” by Larry King and examiner.com, the pre-Broadway premier debuts in South Florida on December 24, with shows first in Miami Beach, then Fort Lauderdale.

Steve Margoshes, the legendary composer/orchestrator of such Broadway hits as Elton John’s Aida, The WHO’s Tommy and Smokey Joe’s Café, has woven together 30 of Carlebach’s timeless hit songs into a show that CNN’s Larry King described as “A transformative theatrical experience, with soul-stirring melodies and a story that keeps the crowd roaring with laughter and song all night long!”

Soul Doctor takes us on a musical odyssey through the challenges and triumphs of this cultural phenomenon: his childhood escape from Nazi Germany, becoming a rabbinical prodigy in America; discovering Gospel and Soul music during his unlikely friendship with Nina Simone; his meteoric rise as a “Rock Star-Rabbi” in the 1960s, performing with Bob Dylan, Jefferson Airplane and The Grateful Dead; his struggle to reconcile his deep traditional roots with his desire to reach people of all backgrounds in the “free-love generation;” and his personal conflicts trying to keep his family together while traversing the globe as a “Soul Doctor,” bringing joy and song to the lonely, the searching and the brokenhearted.

“Shlomo himself was like a great theatrical experience,” said Daniel S. Wise, Soul Doctor’s playwright/producer. “Even if you were in a large crowd, Shlomo’s magnetism and charisma would reach you in the most personal and intimate way, igniting your imagination to discover a new level of joy.”

Six-time Tony Award winning Broadway Producer Richard Frankel says, “We produced Hairspray, which became an international mega hit because it had a ‘Life-is-a-joyful-adventure’ quality to it. And I feel the same quality in Soul Doctor, which thrills me and makes me really happy to be associated with it.”

Steve Margoshes has incorporated Carlebach’s original hits into a spectacular theatrical score. “His incredibly rich, gorgeous melodies are among the most theatrical of all the music I’ve worked on,” he says. “Broadway audiences are going to be taken in and carried away by this incredible and deeply moving story that is joyous and filled with laughter – like the great musical comedies.”

Soul Doctor has produced rave reviews www.shlomomusical.com/press.php “See it before it goes to Broadway,” wrote Playbill. “Powerful and touching! A charismatic, enlightening evening that rouses the soul … A must see!” wrote Bradley J. Troll of the New Orleans Times Picayune. Broadway World calls it “The first major Jewish-themed musical since Fiddler on the Roof.” “This show is already a hit and destined to become a hit on Broadway for many years to come!” raved Larry King

View Larry King review on YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D9UnoXrlOVo

WalkAbout Autism 1/28/12

WalkAbout Autism
January 28, 2012, 10am-2pm
Sun Life Stadium
347 Don Shula Drive
Miami Gardens, FL 33056

The Dan Marino Foundation is getting ready for its annual WalkAbout Autism, taking place on January 28th, 2012. Join this great effort to raise much needed funds for organizations making a difference in the lives of those living with Autism.

To register for the walk please go to: www.dmfwalkaboutautism.org

3rd Annual Pictures+Furniture Opening Reception 11/30/11

3rd Annual Pictures+Furniture Opening Reception
Wednesday, November 30th, 6-11pm
Avant Gallery
309 23rd Street (1 block west of Collins Ave)
Miami Beach
please RSVP by Nov. 28th to rsvp@avantgallery.com

You’re cordially invited to attend the Opening Reception for Avant Gallery’s 3rd Annual Pictures+Furniture Exhibition, celebrating the fusion of fine art and collectible design.
Featuring: Alec Monopoly, Alejandro Vigilante, Arno Elias, Nathan Sawaya, Chad Jensen, Kevin McHugh, Philip Michael Wolfson, Lukasz Opalinski, Pryor Callaway, Marcel Wanders, Julian Lwin, Guy Le Baube, Metis, John Jansheski, Jorge Cal, Guava, Bobo Ivancich de la Torriente.

Presented with support from Surface Magazine, Planar, 42 Below Vodka, AdRoyt

Inez Suen Video in Wynwood 11/30/11

Inez Suen Video in Wynwood
Wednesday, November 30, 2011 from 8-11pm
Curator’s Voice Art Projects
2509 NW 2nd Ave.
Miami, Fl 33127 / USA

Curator’s Voice Art Projects will present time a series of eight international video performances Chinese-American curator, Inez Suen, director of the International Chinese Fine Arts Council.

time is the first of a series of curated video exhibitions. These videos are a collection of works presented in a single-channel video screening environment.

Projected at the main outdoor wall, facing the north facade of Curator’s Voice Art Project in Wynwood, the 30-minute presentation will include the works of Brooklyn-based Arleen Delima, New York City-based Tad Beck, Rick Herron and Edin Vélez along with Berlin-based Martin Kohout, Shanghai-based artist Nina Chen, Taiwan artist Yen-Hua Lee and Miami-based artist, Sleeper.

“When asked to curate a video presentation, I immediately started thinking about time, the length of the show, time at which the show will start, the length of each video and timing of the editing,” said Inez Suen, Director of ICFAC and art consultant.

“I was inspired by Taiwan artist, Yen-Hua Lee, who showed me a piece entitled, ” Passage of Time,” which I decided to base the concept of this Art Basel screening all about ‘time’ drawing attention to how the artists utilize it along with their audio/visual decisions to come with a finished product,” added Suen.

Every video shows that the time factor is the main element of video that differentiate this medium from other forms of media art.

www.inezsuen.com
Born and raised into a family of art enthusiasts, Inez Suen has an eye for the obvious, the outrageous and the overlooked when it comes to discovering and promoting fine art. Moving to Miami after 10 years in the NYC art world, Suen now oversees and serves as director of the International Chinese Fine Arts Council (ICFAC). A native of Chicago by way of Taipei. She first learned about art from her grandfather, a Chinese painter and calligrapher. Suen holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the University of Illinois and attend the Masters Programs in the History of Design at the Cooper-Hewitt, National Design Museum, Parsons School of Design in New York. She is fluent in Mandarin Chinese. www.inezsuen.com

Curator’s Voice Art Projects (CVAP) is located at the center of the Wynwood Art District in Miami, Florida, USA, where all the leading contemporary art galleries present the most avant-garde shows in South Florida. CURATOR’S VOICE ART PROJECTS focuses on curatorial projects in Cutting Edge and Contemporary Art. CVAP is lead by Miami-based curator Dr. Milagros Bello, director and chief curator of this space. Dr. Bello obtained a Doctorate in Sociology of Art, and a French Master degree in Art History, both at Sorbonne University. She teaches art at South Florida Universities. She writes about art on different media. She has worked as an independent curator in the arts for over 20 years.

Eclectic Network is a new-media company initially registered in the State of Florida in 2007 by Internationalist & Journalist, Jesus M. Rojas Torres, MS’05 with a vision to produce and document artistic events that were taking place in the nascent Wynwood Arts District.

sleeper, video still from 6:24:00pm-6:24:32pm

101/exhibit presents Undertow 12/1/11

101/exhibit presents Undertow A solo exhibition of new works by Jason Shawn Alexander
Opening reception: December 1st. 7:00 – 10:00 p.m. Artist in attendance
101/exhibit
101 NE 40th Street
Miami, FL 33137

From December 2nd, 2011 – February 8th, 2012

101/exhibit continues its mission to discover, promote, and preserve the works of great contemporary artists. The Miami gallery is proud to present, Undertow, an exhibition of new works by Jason Shawn Alexander, the Los Angeles-based Expressionist figurative painter. The show opens on Friday, December 2 through February 8, 2012, and coincides with the publication of a comprehensive book about the artist and his work, also called Undertow.
Alexander’s masterfully rich figures inhabit settings that, at times, evoke the stillness of theater. The paintings offer the viewer a glimpse of private moments, captured in the wake of a great receding void. Alexander’s intense personal narrative combined with overtones of allegory, the paintings are imbued with an essential human drama that is his signature quality.

An expert draftsman, Alexander has developed a method for mounting paper to canvas, which enables him to use his inks at the idea’s inception. He draws with fluidity and an energy he has long sought to bring to his paintings. The ink serving as a gestural skeleton, the artist then uses models to help pull out realism and sculpt the flesh of his pieces. His intimate works penetrate to the core of human integrity, often depicting images of figures wrenched in that critical space where the strained coordination of mind, body, and spirit, hangs in the balance of existential woe.

A reviewer from ART NEWS was moved to write, “Recalling Bacon’s portraits, the figures seem to cry out… Alexander’s impassioned application of oil paints underscores the barely contained violence of the visions, lingering like intimations of half-remembered dreams.”

Abstract elements now and again emerge by way of exaggerated gestures, elongated limbs, the doubling or tripling of images, hints of apparitions, or the intrusion of foreign materials and text into the paint, which satisfy the rich psychological nature of Alexander’s work.

The artist will attend the VIP opening, December 1st from 7:00 – 10:00 p.m. and a second reception on December 2nd during Miami Design Night. The gallery will be open for viewing during all Miami Design District events December 2nd, 3rd, and 4th.

Team In Training Holiday Hour Fundraiser 11/29/11

Team In Training Holiday Hour Fundraiser
November 29, 2011, 6 pm – 9 pm
Fado Irish Pub & Restaurant
Mary Brickell Village
900 S. Miami Avenue
www.ochartinc.com

Join US – We are the Leukemia Society. A $10.00 donation gets you access to appetizers and Extended Happy Hour Drinks. How cool is that you reap the benefits from 6 pm through 9 pm and help a great cause.
Don’t forget to PRINT your FLYER to this event.

Raising funds for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society’s and running a marathon in memory of Lisa Marie Velázquez of Coral Springs, FL. Lisa, 44 year old mother of two. She is survived by her husband John and two sons – 15 year old Matthew and 7 year old Christian. Lisa is missed by family and friends.
Funds help find cures and more effective treatments for cancer.
You can also help with a $5.00 donation
http://pages.teamintraining.org/vtnt/honolulu11/mochart

High Heels and Handshakes’ At Your Service and Giving Thanks at Capital Grille, ladies support a worthwhile cause By Betty Alvarez

High Heels and Handshakes held their monthly networker at Capital Grille in Brickell. Nameing it “At Your Service and Giving Thanks This Holiday
with Champagne Dreams and Our Favorite Things”, it was networking in luxury. Appetizers and Louis Roederer Champagne were passed to guests as they got to peruse at the various displays from our vendors.

Although it was Thanksgiving week, attendance was an all time high giving a great experience to get to know about the organizations and meet other business professionals.

As an added bonus for members, Saks Fifth Avenue Gift Bags that included a gift from GBS Beauty Supply & Mary Kay Make-Overs. In addition, raffle items from The MiamiMarlins, My Best Friends Closet, The Capital Grille and many more were given. Congratulations to the winners!

High Heels and Handshakes’ monthly happy hour networking events serve to inspire camaraderie among professional women while donating a portion of the proceeds to partnership programs that support self-sufficiency amongst women in Miami, Florida, Afghanistan, Bosnia, Congo, Kosovo, Iraq, Nigeria, Rwanda, and Sudan.

High Heels and Handshakes goal is to make a difference in our local communities and abroad through organizations that provide opportunities for women to pursure their professional dreams.

For more information and to join for free please visit www.h3united.com

Photographs by Betty Alvarez copyright 2011

Mr. Magic and Team Gateway Logistics 12/1/11

Mr. Magic and Team Gateway Logistics
December 1, 2011, 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Bru’s Room in Coconut Creek
5460 W. Hillsboro Blvd.
Coconut Creek, FL 33073
(954) 571-6999
www.ochartinc.com

For $15.00 donation you get an awesome Magic Show, free glass of wine, beer, or soda, and get entered in 4 raffles for a chance to win an IPAD2, Fishing Excursion, Wine Basket or your own Magic Show. This event supports The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.

I’m running marathon in memory of Lisa Marie Velázquez of Coral Springs, FL. Lisa, 44 year old mother of two. She is survived by her husband John and two sons–15 year old Matthew and 7 year old Christian. Lisa is missed by family and friends.
You can also help with a $5.00 donation http://pages.teamintraining.org/vtnt/honolulu11/mochart

Ruben Ochoa Cores and Cutouts 11/29/11 – 12/3/11

Ruben Ochoa Cores and Cutouts
Reception: Thursday, December 1, 7-10pm
Gallery hours during Art Basel: November 29 – December 3, 9am – 4pm
Locust Projects
155 NE 38th Street #100
Miami, FL 33137

Locust Projects is pleased to announce CORES and CUTOUTS, Ruben Ochoa’s first solo exhibition in Miami. Known for using gritty, vernacular building materials such as concrete, dirt, and steel, the artist will create a new site-specific installation using the building’s substructure as source material. Ochoa will cut through the concrete floor to expose subterranean cross-sections of the gallery’s foundation, revealing the space where earth and architecture intersect. Cored segments of the poured concrete floor will totter on columns of substrate above their normal resting place.

Ochoa’s installations address an architectural disjuncture, conflating the gallery and the art object. With a nod to both archeology and earthworks, his work at Locust Projects further explores the materials and politics of infrastructure in the social fabric. Contemplating the materiality of the built environment, Ochoa’s work encourages viewers to have a deeper experience with their surroundings as they step out of the gallery and confront those same materials on the street.

About the artist: Born in 1974 in Oceanside, California, Ruben Ochoa currently lives and works in Los Angeles, CA. Recent exhibitions include a two person show at the San Jose Museum of Art, San Jose, CA, 2011; and group exhibitions in the FGAP @ Venice, Collateral Event of the 54th International Exhibition, La Biennale di Venezia, Palazzo Papadopoli, Venice, Italy, 2011; and The Artist’s Museum: Los Angeles Artists 1980-2010, Museum of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles, CA, 2010. Ochoa has had solo exhibitions at the Museum of Contemporary Art, San Diego, CA, 2010; Susanne Vielmetter Los Angeles Projects, LA, 2010; Charles H. Scott Gallery at Emily Carr University, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, 2009; and Site Santa Fe, NM, 2009. Ochoa was included in the 2008 Whitney Biennial at the Whitney Museum of American Art, NY and the 2004 California Biennial at the Orange County Museum of Art, CA. He has been awarded the John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation Fellowship, 2008 and a Creative Capital Foundation Grant, 2005. Following his exhibition at Locust Projects, Ruben Ochoa will be preparing for his first solo exhibition at James Cohan Gallery, NY in the spring of 2012.

A Pair of Nuts Live Final Show of 2011 Tour 12/9/11

A Pair of Nuts LIVE! – Final Show of 2011 Tour
12/9/11, 8PM
Just the Funny Theatre
3119 Coral Way
Miami, FL 33145
nutscomedy.com

The invasion is coming to PAX and no one is safe from these Nuts! They are Miami’s own Emmy Award winning comedy duo of Yamil Piedra and Johnny Trabanco… A Pair of Nuts! Selected as “Hot Comedy” for 2011 by Campus Activities Magazine, this year the Nuts toured all over the US with over 60 performances at various venues including colleges & military bases. Their work has garnered them critical acclaim and they have been featured on Comedy Central’s Tosh.0, Last Call with Carson Daly, and VH1’s Money Hungry. They are the stars and writers of the hit Spanish sketch comedy show on MegaTV, El Vacilon. Their online videos have been featured all over the internet garnering millions of views worldwide on videos like “Gayo, the Mayo for Gays” and “The Law Offices of Facmee & Diaz.” Their live stage show is an award winning multimedia sketch comedy show that features hilarious sketches and off the wall short videos. Their style of comedy has been compared to a modern day Abbott & Costello, a throwback to old school comedy duos with a modern, edgy flair. Whether you’ve seen them on the internet or on television, there’s nothing like seeing A Pair of Nuts LIVE. So don’t miss your chance to catch the Nuts as close out their 2011 tour in their hometown of MIAMI! Get a preview of the Nuts here: http://www.facebook.com/video/video.php?v=10150239113655144

Before They Were Famous presented by KIWI Arts Group 11/29/11 – 12/4/11

Before They Were Famous Reception & Film Screening
Thursday, December 1, 6:00 p.m Reception
KIWI Project Space
48 NW 29th Street
Wynwood
A special evening of music and refreshments

8:00 p.m. Screening
O Cinema
90 NW 29 Street
Wynwood
Screening of ‘Full Circle: Before They Were Famous’ – 40-minute film starring William John Kennedy, Robert Indiana, Ultra Violet, Taylor Mead and others,chronicling the journey of Kennedy’s images as they were brought to public view.

9:00 p.m.: After-party
The Breakwater Hotel
940 Ocean Drive
Miami Beach
complimentary hors d’oeuvres and kiwi martinis served 10:00 to 11:00 p.m. By invitation only.

Tel: 305.200.3047 | www.kiwiartsgroup.com

SCOPE Miami
VIP & Press Preview: Tuesday, November 29 from 4:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Fair Hours: Wednesday, November 30 to Saturday, December 3 from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Sunday, December 4 from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
NE 1st Avenue (Midtown Blvd) at NE 30th Street
Wynwood
www.scope-art.com for tickets and fair information.

‘Before They Were Famous: Behind the Lens of William John Kennedy’ – Nearly lost archives of Andy Warhol and Robert Indiana negatives find their fame. Miami resident William John Kennedy reveals 1960s photographs of iconic American pop artists at Scope Miami 2011.

After almost half a century in storage, the astonishing discovery of an archive of historically significant film negatives of Andy Warhol and Robert Indiana, taken in 1963 and 1964 by fine art photographer William John Kennedy, have fully surfaced and begun to emerge in the art world. Kennedy’s images capture the two artists and their soon-to-be iconic works at the seminal point of their careers and at the birth of the Pop Art Movement. Viewers of the only Miami-based, museum-style exhibition within SCOPE Miami will encounter a careful selection of Kennedy’s compelling photographic images—along with never-before-heard 1960s audio conversations between Warhol and artist Ultra Violet.

WALL Thanksgiving Week Lineup 11/22-26/11

WALL Thanksgiving Week Lineup 11/22-26/11
WALL
2201 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach.

Table reservations are available at 305.938.3130, rsvp@wallmiami.com or via the WALL iPhone application. More information at www.wallmiami.com.

The boutique nightclub and celebrity hotspot inside W South Beach will host a talented set of local and internationally acclaimed DJs every day of Thanksgiving week to help burn off the extra holiday carbs, including:
11/22 – Favela Beach party series with Ruen & DJ RossOne
11/23 – Special pre-Thanksgiving opening with sounds by rising Duth DJ and music producer R3HAB and an opening set by DJ Eye
11/24 – Party Thanksgiving night with DJ Tony G
11/25 – DJ Reach and closing set by Triarchy
11/26 – Close out the weekend with the super hot, super popular, blonde Aussie singer, songwriter, DJ Duo NERVO. The combo – who have enjoyed a year spinning in numerous continents around the globe and landing a song on Kylie Minogue’s upcoming album – will bring their talents to South Beach for a proper end to Thanksgiving Day weekend and high-energy precursor to Art Basel 2011.

STK Thanksgiving 11/23-24/11

STK Thanksgiving
Wednesday, November 23 – Thursday, November 24
STK
2377 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach.

For table reservations contact 305.604.6988 or infomiami@stkhouse.com. More information at www.togrp.com

The chic steakhouse inside Gansevoort Miami Beach invites guests to hop on the Gravy Train on Wednesday, November 23 and enjoy sounds by DJ Obscene, a special set by YSL and live performance by local band Bred Crumbs (more info here: http://www.reverbnation.com/BredCrumbs).

Beginning at 6pm the following day, STK will host a Thanksgiving Feast featuring a four-course $55 pre-fixe menu (half-off for children under 10) and $5 from each dinner will be donated to the Feeding South Florida charity organization.

Celebrate Cultural Fridays / Viernes Culturales 11/25/11


Come Celebrate Cultural Fridays / Viernes Culturales
Miami’s Best Arts and Music Festival on the last Friday of every month
Friday, November 25, 2011. From 7:00 to 11:00 p.m.
SW 8th Street (Calle Ocho) between 13th and 17th Avenues

Schedule Of Events
Where: Domino Stage at Domino Plaza. SW 15th Ave & 8th Street
7:30 – 8:00 pm – G Moss Fashion Show
8:00 – 8:30 pm – Learn To Dance
8:30 – 9:00 pm – Artistic Explosion
9:00 – 9:30 pm – Martial Arts Presentation
9:30 – 11:00 pm – Tony Swing
Admission: FREE
Rain Schedule will be posted on www.viernesculturales.org by 4:00 p.m. on day of event

Walking Tour Of Little Havana
When: 7:00 pm – Dr. Paul George – Walking tour of Little Havana
Where: Meet in front of the Tower Theater (1508 SW 8th Street)
Cost: FREE

On The Stage At Viernes Culturales

Tony Swing
The talented merenguero Tony Swing will bring the flavor of the Dominican Republic to Viernes Culturales. Ex-member of world renowned bands like Oro Solido and Pochy y la Coco band, Tony’s swing will spark up the night with the festive flair of contagious merengue. In his unique style, he embraces traditional merengue with merengue ripiao, adding a touch of urban flavor. This all around entertainer is currently filming a movie and is also an outstanding choreographer.

GMoss Urban Classy Fashion Show
Gmoss Designs provides graphic, realistic and cartoon illustrations and technical fashion design services. The fashion show will showcase an original and unique style to engage the youth and young adult markets. The “Gmoss Seek Eternal Purpose” line is an urban/anime/comic book influenced line of art, clothing, and accessories based the short novel “The Chronicles of Ann & Lo” written and illustrated by George Moss. www.gmossdesign.com was created to encourage youth to work hard, use their talents, and seek their eternal purpose.

Daniella Viotti
The Living Statue Performer, has been mesmerizing crowds at Viernes Culturales for many years. Daniela is a statue and award winning sculptor. She loves performing as a Living Statue at Viernes Culturales and giving so much positive energy to all that stop and pose with her!

Samaris Cassano – Mistress of Ceremony
Puerto Rican born and raised, Samaris is a talented singer, published author and radio personality. She is delighted to be working with us to help guide your Viernes Culturales experience.

Legendary local historian Dr. Paul George leads a walking tour of Little Havana each month. Learn the fascinating details about Little Havana’s history, people and places. This month’s tour will focus on Historic Shenandoah neighborhood. This special tour is educational, interesting and absolutely free. Learn of when Calle Ocho was a dirt road known in some parts as Orange Gable Road. See the site of historic Blecher Homestead and the historig Bridage 2506 Museum.

Viernes Culturales Art Gallery Presents Natalie Nauta
Dates: Friday, November 25, 2011. 7:00 – 10:00 p.m.
Where: 742 SW 16th Avenue, Miami FL 33135
Natalie’s profound appreciation and love for her environment expresses itself through an artistic use of paint textures and a saturated, and somewhat explosive use of color. Together, these elements create beautifully decorative and appealing reminders of the Caribbean and Miami. www.natalie-nauta.com.

Films At The Tower Theater
To all cinema lovers: We would like to invite you to discover one of Miami’s best-kept secrets, the historic Tower Theater. Enjoy top-quality foreign or independent films, film premiers, and even an art exhibition. To top it off, screenings have English (or Spanish) subtitles and prices are just $8 for general public and $7 for students and seniors! Can it get any better than this?

Galleries / Art
Agustin Gainza Fine Art – Exhibition of works by Agustin Gainza
Cremata Gallery – Exhibition of works by various artists
Marta G. Ismail Fine Art – Exhibition of works by Marta G. Ismail
Maxoly /Latin Art Core – Exhibition of works by Cuban Masters
Mildrey Guillot Fine Art – Exhibition of works by Mildrey Guillot
Molina Fine Art – Exhibition of works by Luis Molina
Obrapia Fine Art Restoration & Framing – Exhibition works by various artists
Unzueta Fine Art – Exhibition of works by Ramon Unzueta
Viernes Culturales Art Gallery-Exhibition of works by: Natalie Nauta

Dining & Entertainment
2B Asian Bristo – Alfaro’s – Azucar Ice Cream – Casa Panza Cafe – Cuba Ocho – Domino’s Pizza – El Cristo Restaurant & Cafeteria – El Pub – El Exquisito Restaurant – I Love Calle Ocho – La Casa de Tula – Little Havana to go – Salsa Art Dance Studio – McDonald’s Restaurant – Oriental Restaurant – Pizza Hut – Catharsis Restaurant – Subway -Tower Theater – Tutti Frutti Ice Cream

Other Activities
· Viernes Culturales is proud to announce Coca-Cola as our newest sponsor! The Coca-Cola stage on SW 8th Street and SW 16th Avenue will feature a DJ, music, and Salsa Contest. Stop by for a chance to win a variety of prizes. Join us as we welcome Coca-Cola to Little Havana!
· Domino Competition in Domino Park (anyone can participate). Starts at 8 pm. Street and sidewalk performers & activities
· Dozens of NEW local artists and artisans (including local authors) selling their wares in our outdoor Arts Fair
· Restaurants & bars featuring Cuban, Thai/Sushi, Chinese, Spanish and Mexican cuisine
· Traditional Fruteria at 13th Avenue & SW 8th Street
· Beautiful art galleries & artist studios open for you to explore (some featuring live music)
· Live music (and dance) in many of our local venues: flamenco, traditional Cuban music, Afro-Cuban rumba, more!
· Unique stores selling locally made cigars (cigars rolled in person), Latin music CDs, gifts, guayaberas and more!

Please make note, our December date is: DECEMBER 16, 2011

KCC Productions and the Van Dyke Cafe present Big Poppa E and the E Band 11/24/11

KCC Productions and the Van Dyke Cafe present Big Poppa E and the E Band
Thursday, November 24, at 9 PM
The Van Dyke
846 Lincoln Road
South Beach

Featured are Big Poppa E, harp and guitar, Darrell Raines, lead guitar, George Caldwell, bass, and Robert Slade Lemont, drums.

For more information, call 305-534-3600 or visit thevandykecafe.com.

Composer, multi-instrumentalist and vocalist Big Poppa E is a prominent and influential figure in the late 20th century blues and roots music. Though his career began more than four decades ago with American jazz, he has broadened his artistic scope over the years to include music representing many varied genres. Born Mutasim Ra’id Faisal in New York in 1948, his father was a jazz pianist, composer and arranger of Caribbean descent, and his mother was a gospel singing schoolteacher from Louisiana. Early in his childhood, the young musician learned to play the tenor and alto sax, trombone and harmonica, and he loved to sing. He discovered his father’s guitar and became serious about it in his early teens when a guitarist from Mississippi moved in next door and taught him the various styles of Muddy Waters, Lightnin’ Hopkins, John Lee Hooker and Jimmy Reed and other titans of Delta and Chicago blues.

Musi, as he was affectionately called, studied economics at Syracuse University in the late 1960s and later law at the University of Chicago. Inspired by a dream, he adopted the musical alias of E and later was crowned “Big Poppa E” by one of Miami’s top promoters, DJ Oski. After graduating, he headed west in to Los Angeles, where he worked as a studio musician for the next 15 years. Around this same time, Poppa E also mingled with various blues legends, including Koko Taylor, Muddy Waters, Junior Wells, and Sleepy John Estes. This diversity of musical experience served as the bedrock for Poppa E’s first three recordings: Southern Style: Blues Sessions (2006), Mississippi Reminiscence (2007) and Five Long Years, A Tribute to Carey Bell (2008). Drawing on all the sounds and styles he’d absorbed as a child and a young adult, these early albums showed signs of the musical exploration that would be Poppa E’s hallmark over the next few years.

In 2008, Poppa E carved out a unique musical niche with a string of adventurous recordings, including “Blues A Healer”, “Crossroads” and “Anthology du Blues”. In 2008, Poppa E’s version of “Terraplane Blues” was nominated by the International Academy of Independent Artist for Best Blues Song of the Year and his album, “Blues A Healer” was nominated for Best Blues Album of the Year by Cash Box Magazine. Poppa E’s recorded output slowed somewhat during 2010 as he toured relentlessly and immersed himself in the music and culture of his new home in Miami. Still, 2010 saw the well-received release of “Big Poppa E Live” in 2010, as well as his celebrated children’s album, “Children’s Classics” on the Black Owl Music label.

Poppa E is headed back into the studio in early 2011 to work on a new projected aptly entitled, “Bootleggers Blues”. As the title suggests, this twelve-track set marks the fortieth anniversary of Poppa E’s rich and varied recording career by mixing original material, chestnuts borrowed from classic sources, and songs written by a cadre of highly talented guest artists from around the globe. “The one thing I’ve always demanded of the records I’ve made is that they be listenable and danceable,” he says. “If the record is danceable, it’s listenable, it has lots of different rhythms, it’s accessible, it’s all right in front of you. It’s a lot of fun, and it represents where I am at this particular moment in my life. This record is just the beginning of another chapter, one that’s going to be open to more music and more ideas. Even at the end of forty years, in many ways my music is just getting started.”

South Florida Music Obsessed Presents Art Basel Pre-Party Kickoff with Space Between Words and Deaf Poets at Bardot 11/29/11

South Florida Music Obsessed Presents Art Basel Pre-Party Kickoff with Space Between Words and Deaf Poets
November 29, 2011, 10pm
Bardot
3456 North Miami Avenue
Miami, FL 33127
musicobsessed.com

21+ $5

Deaf Poets
www.facebook.com/deafpoets
soundcloud.com/deafpoets

Space Between Words
www.spacebetweenwords.com
www.facebook.com/SpaceBetweenWords
soundcloud.com/space-between-words

South Florida Music Obsessed

Seth Browarnik’s Art of Night Exhibition during Art Basel 2011 11/30/11 – 12/2/11

Wednesday, November 30th, 9pm-12am
Thursday, December 1st, 6pm-11pm
Friday, December 2nd, 8pm-11pm
Shelborne Hotel
1801 Collins Ave
Miami Beach, FL

Here is the lineup of events during the Art of Night exhibition:

Wednesday, November 30, 2011
9:00 pm – 12:00 am
The launch of Shelborne South Beach and Seth Browarnik’s Art of Night
the Opening Night Party for the exhibit, styled by iconic event producer, Susanne Bartsch, that will begin in the Shelborne’s newly renovated lobby and spill outside to the brand new infinity pool.
RSVP is mandatory at artofnight@meninhotels.com.

Thursday, December 1, 2011
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Beach front screening of Limelight The Movie at Lucy’s Cantina Royale
a screening under the stars of award-winning nightlife documentary, Limelight, which chronicles the rise and fall of one of New York’s most iconic clubs. Come nightfall, genre-transcending pianist, ELEW, will perform an hour-long set of jazz, rock and pop on a custom-created Yamaha piano.
8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
DJ Ross One and Rock Jazz pianist elew

Friday, December 2, 2011
8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Poolside performances by Theophilus London and Yound the Giant
hip hop artist, Theophilus London will perform outside, opening up for the night’s main event, Young the Giant.
a screening under the stars of award-winning nightlife documentary, Limelight, which chronicles the rise and fall of one of New York’s most iconic clubs. Come nightfall, genre-transcending pianist, ELEW, will perform an hour-long set of jazz, rock and pop on a custom-created Yamaha piano.
RSVP is mandatory at artofnight@meninhotels.com.

ART OF NIGHT is sponsored by Ciroc Vodka and Bing.

Borinquen Art Gallery Celebrates Art Basel 2011 11/30/11 – 12/4/11

Borinquen Art Gallery Celebrates Art Basel 2011
Wednesday November 30th-Saturday December 4th., 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. nightly
The Newly Built Borinquen Chronic Disease Clinic
100 NE 38 Street, Suite # 3
Miami Design District , FL 33137

Kindly RSVP TO bmn4288@gmail.com

Borinquen Art Gallery Requests The Pleasure Of Your Company To Celebrate Art Basel 2011 @ The Design Destrict

An Eclectic Body Of Work By Local Talents And Emerging Artists

Kourtney Eugene Brown, David Tupper, Sonia Neffetti and Many Others

Cocktails And Light Hors D’oeuvres
Livemusic

Rouge Waterfront Dining Opening 11/30/11

Rouge Waterfront Dining VIP Opening
Wednesday, November 30, 7 P.M.
Rouge Waterfront Dining
Intracoastal Mall
3957 NE 163rd Street
North Miami Beach, FL
www.rougewaterfront.com

Attire: Miami Chic

Advance RSVP Required.
The Gab Group
561-750-3500
events@thegabgroup.com

This November, discover a spectacular waterfront dining experience unlike any other….

Rouge, the latest dining masterpiece by visionary Restaurateur Alex Podolnyy arrives to North Miami Beach November 30.

Join us for Bubbles, Bites and other Delights at this exclusive reveal…

Multi Chamber of Commerce Appreciation Party and Wine Down Wednesday 12/7/11

RECOMMENDED BY SOUL OF MIAMI

FabulousMiami.com Appreciation Party
December 7th, 5:00 pm to 9:30 pm
HistoryMiami
101 W Flagler Street
Miami, FL 33130

The Chambers of Argentina, Camacol, Coconut Grove, Colombia, Costa Rica, Chile, Doral, Dominican Republic, Downtown Miami & Brickell, Ecuador, Honduras, Mexico, Miami Dade, Nicaragua, North Miami Beach, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Venezuela along with Brickell Rotary Club, Casa de Madrid, International Business Council of Florida, Little Havana Merchant Alliance and Mercado de Dinero invite you to celebrate their last Multi Chamber of Commerce of the year with an amazing appreciation party!

Join us on Wednesday, December 7th for a night of live music, entertainment, culinary treats from some of the best restaurants in Miami and open bar! Music by DJ Miguel Aya.

Guest of Honor: Miss Carnival 2011, Damaris Aguiar
Art display: Floyd, The Rock Artist and Sculptures from Ivan Galindo.

Members $20 in advance, $25 at the door.
Non members $30 in advance $35 at the door.

Free parking available at 50 NW 2nd Avenue

Purchase your ticket via Paypal
HERE – Members
HERE – Non Members
Must RSVP : RSVP@fabulousmiami.com

The Vagabond and Sweat Records Present The 9th Annual 80s Prom 11/23/11

The 9th Annual 80s Prom
Wednesday 11/23/2011, Doors at 9pm
The Vagabond
30 NE 14th Street
Downtown Miami, FL
www.thevagabondmiami.com

Purchase Advance Tickets at Wantickets.com/Vagabond

– The Vagabond + Sweat Records Present The 9th Annual 80s Prom
Prom band The State Of takes the main stage at midnight with a full set of ’80s covers!

In the Main Ballroom:
DJ Ray Milian + Tommy Gunn
play All Your Favorite New Wave and Dance Hits

In the Bar Room
DJs Hottpants + Madame Turk
spin Booty Jams, Freestyle, and Guilty Pleasures

In the Garden
Deejay Smeejay
plays Classic ’80s Makeout Music

Plus: elegant decorations, slow dances, prom photo booth, and $5 prom punch all night!

Dress sharp and tease, crimp, spray or mousse your hair!

For table reservations: Reservations@thevagabondmiami.com

Holiday Wellness Hour at Power fit Studios 11/22/11

Join Us For Our Holiday Wellness Happy Hour!
Tuesday – November 22, From 6-8pm
Spa Services at The Opera Tower
1750 N. Bayshore Drive – Miami FL
www.PowerFitStudios.com
RSVP NOW powerfitstudiosmiami@gmail.com

Come and Be Pampered! Free Mini Massages & Holiday Make-Up Lesson by Merixy
– Delicious Treats from Sawa –
– Tarot Card Reading –
and
Many More Surprises….
Including Fabulous Gift Ideas!

Must RSVP for Treatments and Make-Up Lesson

Toy Drive Benefiting Big Brothers Big Sisters
Please bring unwrapped toy ages 4-8

RA Sushi in South Miami Retail Therapy 11/25/11

November 25, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m
RA Sushi in South Miami
5829 SW 73rd St.
Miami, FL

On the busiest shopping day of the year, RA Sushi in South Miami is giving weary deal hunters a reason to take a break and relax. Escape the hustle and bustle of the crowds for some “RA Retail Therapy,” and enjoy all day happy hour at RA on November 25.

Celebrate Black Friday in the Red at RA by ordering from more than 35 sushi, appetizer, and tapas selections, plus a wide variety of beer, wine and signature cocktails ranging from $2 to $7. Popular happy hour dishes include Tootsy Maki, Viva Las Vegas Roll, “RA”ckin’ Shrimp, Spicy Sesame Chicken Wings and creative cocktails such as the Saketini, Dragon Bite, or Shiso Naughty.

RA Sushi’s happy hour is typically available from 3 to 7 p.m., but on November 25, happy hour specials will be extended from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Stop in to RA Sushi for some Retail Therapy at RA Sushi in South Miami (5829 SW 73rd St., Miami, FL). For more information, call 305. 341.0092 or visit www.RAsushi.com.

Turkey Palooza 11/23/11

Turkey Palooza
11.23.11, 9pm
Cafeina Wynwood Lounge
297 NW 23rd Street
www.cafeinamiami.com

Get your GOBBLE on this week at Cafeina!

The fun starts Wednesday night for Thanksgiving Eve with DJ Pres of Laserdisk Party Sex and continues throughout the weekend.

Thursday we will be closed to celebrate the holiday with family and friends.

Friday we open the doors and pump up the beats with J.P Rigaud & Ivano Bellini.

Saturday DJ Troy Kurtz on the 1’s and 2’s.

EVERY night enjoy $125 Svedka bottle specials and $4 Wild Turkey shots. NO COVER! And a late night kitchen serving Tapas until 1am.

We LUV Miami 11/25/11

We LUV Miami
11.25.11, 9pm
Cafeina Wynwood Lounge
297 NW 23rd Street
Miami
www.cafeinamiami.com

Hello Miami! We LUV you, with not one fabulous DJ but TWO!!

Join us after you shop till you drop for a fantastic night of beats, sounds, mixes and more!

Ivano Bellini and JP Rigaud take stage while you kick back, relax and enjoy $5 specialty cocktails and $3 shooters.

The night goes into the morning with LATE night Cafeina – doors open till 3am and serving Tapas until 1!

Stuart’s Wild Ride Grand Opening Party 11/26/11

Grand Opening Party
Saturday November 26, 2-4pm
Stuart’s Wild Ride
8177 West Glades Road #12
West Boca Place Shopping Center
Just west of the Glades Rd exit of the Florida Turnpike.
www.stuartswildride.com

Stuart’s Wild Ride Serves the South Florida Triathlon & Cycling Community
Boca Raton’s Exclusive Cervélo Cycles Showroom opens Saturday November 26

After 50 years as an avid tennis player and owner of the popular pro shop in Boca Raton, Stuart Abramson’s attention turned to cycling and soon he became quite passionate about the sport. While friends and fans know him from Stuart’s Of Boca as “the tennis guy,” all that will change this Saturday, November 26 when he launches Stuart’s Wild Ride at a Grand Opening Celebration from 2-4pm. The world’s first Cervélo concept store debuts at 8177 West Glades Road in the West Boca Place Shopping Center. Selling the elite racing brand Cervélo as well as upscale riding attire, helmets and gear, the new bike outpost is modeled after the top European cycling shops.

“I visited cycling shops all over the USA – attended the Interbike Show in the US and Eurobike in Germany – my interest became a passion, an obsession!” Determined to improve his performance, Abramson, who just celebrated his 60th birthday, wanted to purchase a Cervélo cycle but quickly discovered there was no place to actually test ride an assembled bike. “They offered to take my measurements and order one for me, but that just was not good enough.” Cervélo offers both road and time trial bikes which Stuart’s Wild Ride will feature along with Look, Pinarello and Scott cycles, premium wheels by Zipp and Mad Fibre plus pedals by Look and Speedplay.

Determined to provide the styles, selection and service for cycling connoisseurs just like him, Stuart’s Wild Ride offers an in-stock selection of Cervélo bikes and employs Nick Yanarella, a full time certified fit technician who utilizes the high tech RETÜL system in the shop to craft a precision ride. The store is outfitted with a state-of-the-art 32″ video monitor that riders can view while utilizing the RETÜL 3D Capture Bike Fit System. Avid cyclists know that highly accurate bike fit data can maximize their performance, improve riding efficiency and prevent the joint injury that is most common with ill-fitted bikes.

Later in the season, Garmin-Cervélo Team Rider Tom Danielson is scheduled to visit Stuart’s Wild Ride to interact with his fans and sign autographs. Danielson joined the team in 2008 and ranked as the top American in the 2011 Tour de France, finishing 9th overall. Because Cervélo makes the best selling Tri bikes, Stuart’s will also sell Tri Wear and shoes by Zoots, Sidi, Fizik and Giro alongside Italian cycling attire by Castelli and Assos clothing from Switzerland. Cycling fans can follow the progress at Stuart’s Wild Ride at Facebook.com/StuartsWildRide and join in the shop’s launch celebration Saturday November 26 from 2-4pm.

Sundays at Haven 11/27/11

Sundays at Haven
11/27/2011, 6:00pm – 3:00am
Haven South Beach
1237 Lincoln Road
Miami Beach, Fl
www.havenlounge.com

Hello all, we are really excited about working together with the awesome ownership, management and staff for Haven Lounge. Since our first production…..”A Dish, A Cocktail, & A Song by Lisa Shaw” we have been discussing ways to make the night enjoyable and interesting for the many individuals that are looking for a quality place to support, without the mainstream twist. Fortunately, that has been the “mindset'” of Haven Lounge since it’s inception.

The journey has led us to creating “Sundays at Haven” which will feature two resident dj’s George Vidal & Francisco Del. George will be starting the evening with groovy house sounds and exclusive vocal house remixes of artist like Sade, Lisa Shaw, Everything But the Girl, and Black Coffee. His set will also be sprinkled with some mushroom jazz and lounge tracks to set the dinner mode in motion. Great track selection carefully picked to make the listening experience as delightful as the many tapas and small bites that chef Todd Erickson will be preparing. As the evening progresses music selector Del will be adding the rare groove tunes, along with, the funky disco soul beats of the 70’s, 80’s, and the 90’s.

George and Del are looking forward to presenting the guest with a musical story from their catalog of music that they’ve acquired over their combined 20 plus years. One can expect not just a great dining experience, but also a unique listening session where the music, food and atmosphere creates a Sunday night vibe that keeps you coming back for more.

“Sundays at Haven” will also provide an avenue for artist of all genres to participate in the monthly industry event “for artist, by artist.” This monthly event will showcase the works of the artist bringing together an eclectic group of individuals that make up the arts and entertainment community. In addition, there will be special guest vocalist performances, guest dj’s and other elements to make the evening a great experience.

You can make dinner reservations at www.havenlounge.com for the evening.

Hosted by Rod Pratt, Sandra Garcia, George Vidal, & Francisco Del

Food & Drink Specials
Happy Hour 6PM – 8PM
Enjoy select dishes and cocktails
– Chef’s Special Sushi Roll
– Chef’s Special Slider
– Stoli Craft Cocktail
– Call Brand Liquor

Fung Ming Chip at Art Asia Miami 2011 11/30/11 12/4/11

Fung Ming Chip at Art Asia Miami 2011
Nov 30 – Dec 4, 2011, opens at 11.00 am
Booth D29, SCOPE / ART ASIA Pavilion in Midtown Miami
Booth D29
Scope/Art Asia Pavilion
NE 1st Avenue and NE 30th Street,
Midtown Miami
www.crimsongate.com

Crimson Gate Fine Art is excited to present a solo exhibition of the work of celebrated Chinese artist Fung Ming Chip during Art Basel Week at Booth D29 in the Scope/Art Asia pavilion located at NE 1st Avenue and NE 30th Street in Midtown Miami. The exhibition will feature a broad selection of the artist’s stunning contemporary ink-on-paper calligraphy and carved wooden seals.

Fung Ming Chip was born in a small village in Guandong province in 1951 and immigrated to the US in 1977. While living in New York City he developed an interest in Western abstract art, the influence of which was to be crucial to the artist’s own exploration of, and modern take on, traditional Chinese artistic practice and theory. Despite being entirely self-taught, and receiving only a primary school education, Fung’s influence on Chinese artistic tradition, and its reciprocal impact on his own life, has been dramatic. In the artist’s own words “By reviving the traditions of seal carving and calligraphy, and successfully reframing them within a contemporary context, my own destiny has been transformed.”

Fung’s passionate commitment to his work began with seal-carving, which he took up while recuperating from a serious illness. His seals, exaggerated in size, celebrate the carving itself rather than the print it produces. The seals are elevated from tool of the printing process to finished work of art in a distinctly contemporary twist on tradition. Presented as red and white textured blocks, the seal’s carved characters, finished in red acrylic, appear animated, almost in motion, against the blocks white relief.

The artist began working with calligraphy as a way to improve and expand his seal carving technique. He quickly embraced calligraphy on its own merits and set about developing script styles that, while paying tribute to tradition, are striking in their modernism. His work in ink on xuan paper evokes a lightness of motion and a harmonized temporal balance which is echoed in the primitivism of the medium, the deceptive simplicity of the scripts and characters, and the Zen-inspired poetry which permeates much of the work. The calligraphy pieces vary greatly in size and orientation with some being as large as 12 feet wide. Fung’s commitment to developing new approaches to one the world’s oldest forms of artistic expression continues to produce a startling range of work that is fresh, exciting, and often iconoclastic while also remaining thoroughly respectful of the traditions informing the work at its most fundamental level. As critic Paul Serfaty puts it, “Fung Ming C
hip’s calligraphy opens the heart of Chinese culture to the modern world.”

It is Fung Ming Chip’s awareness of the empathetic relationship between the modern and ancient elements inherent in his work that makes it appealing to a wide array of collectors. His work sits in some of the world’s most significant private collections and in such major public galleries as Metropolitan Museum of Art in NYC, Asian Art Museum in San Francisco, Princeton University Art Museum, and the Hong Kong Museum of Art.

In addition to being a carver of seals and a writer of calligraphy, Fung Ming Chip is also a sculptor, poet, and essayist and has created beautiful tableware designs for Hermes. He has also served as artist-in-residence at Cambridge University. He spends his time between Hong Kong, Taiwan, and New York City.

Crimson Gate Fine Art specializes in fine art and antiquities from throughout Asia.

Fung Ming Chip – Solo Exhibition
Crimson Gate Fine Art at Art Asia Miami, Booth D29
Nov 29 6pm – 9pm Vernissage
Nov 30-Dec 3 11am – 7pm Open to public
Dec 4 11am – 6pm Open to public

Brunch for the Animals 12/11/11

Sunday, December 11, 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Loews Miami Beach Hotel

Humane Society of Greater Miami and Loews Miami Beach Hotel Cordially invite you and your dogs to attend The 15th Annual Brunch for the Animals

Bring your sunglasses and wear your “coolest” Sunday brunch attire while you enjoy a scrumptious buffet and cocktails on the scenic lawn of the Loews Miami Beach Hotel.

$150 per person (dogs are complimentary)
$35 per child (ages 3-10)

People friendly, dog friendly, and polite dogs are welcome!
Seating is limited so please RSVP early!

Click here to purchase your brunch tickets and raffles now!

Contact Laurie at 305-749-1815 or Laurie@humanesocietymiami.org to purchase your tickets.

RODEZ Art Gallery Presents Fact or Fiction 12/3-24/11

RODEZ Art Gallery Presents Fact or Fiction
Vernissage on Saturday, December 3 from 7 to 10 pm
Special Fundraiser on Thursday, December 8 from 6 to 9 pm benefiting Family AIDS Coalition Foundation
RODEZ Art Gallery
CocoWalk, 3015 Grand Ave., Suite 237
Coconut Grove, FL 33133
www.RodezArtGallery.com

December 3 – 24, 2011

RODEZ Art Gallery presents “Fact or Fiction” an exhibition featuring the works of George Rodez, analyzing the relationship between real-life and dreams; representing the human struggle in understanding the incongruity of man’s conscious and subconscious mind.

This exhibit features a combination of surreal, abstract and expressionistic works of art, including three works from Rodez’s Dream series first exhibited in Spain as part of a solo-exhibit entitled Dream Symptoms, and is part of a much larger collection currently traveling on exhibit throughout Europe.

The exhibit will open during Coconut Grove Gallery Walk on Saturday, December 3 with a wine and cheese reception and will run through December 24.

Additionally, on December 8, 2011, Rodez Art Gallery will hold a fundraiser to benefit the Family Aids Coalition Foundation. The event will be from 6 to 9pm. Proceeds from all sales will go to benefit the Foundation.

Christina Pettersson The Sentinel Opening Reception 2/11/12

Christina Pettersson: The Sentinel Opening Reception
02/11/2012, 6pm to 9pm
Art and Culture Center of Hollywood, FL
1650 Harrison Street
Hollywood, FL 33020

artandculturecenter.org

Tonight is the opening reception for Christina Pettersson’s: The Sentinal. Her drawings examine the self not as one lives it, but as one’s imagination creates it. Pettersson’s figures, often herself, are shown tied to train tracks, are buried alive, float as if falling or flying, walk the proverbial plank, and are visited by demons in disguise. These visions, which examine fate, inevitability and her own way of “tricking death,” have won her numerous accolades and an impressive resume of exhibitions.

Holiday Magic At The Dadeland Mall Santa Photo Experience 11/18/11 – 12/24/11

Holiday Magic At The Dadeland Mall Santa Photo Experience

Holiday magic returns to Dadeland Mall as the Santa Photo Experience begins its annual run on November 18th. Area children can be photographed with Santa beginning November 18th through December 24th in the Center Court. Santa’s Photo Experience hours can be found by visiting www.simon.com or on Facebook at www.facebook.com/DadelandMall.

MetroPCS, home of “Wireless for All”, is proud to be the Presenting Sponsor for the 2011 Simon Santa Photo Experience in association with ABC Family which will be promoting its 25 Days of Christmas television programming event which begins on air December 1, by distributing keepsake programming guides. Other associate sponsors include Gymboree which will distribute coupons, Nintendo 3DS, and uDraw Studio.

“There is always a great deal of entertainment and fun at Simon malls during the holiday season but the Santa Photo Experience is something generations of families count on every year,” said Humberto Maldonado, director of mall marketing for Dadeland Mall

Something extra fun this season is the ‘Cutest Santa Photo Contest’, designed to find the most adorable children’s photo with Santa! The ‘Cutest Santa Photo Contest’ will be hosted on Dadeland Mall’s Facebook page. It’s easy – simply post your favorite photo of your kid with Santa on the Santa Photo App on Dadeland Mall’s Facebook page between November 1 and 12:00 p.m. on December 14. The winner gets a visit from Santa before Christmas Eve, with a sleigh full of prizes valued at more than $2,000. Details, important guidelines and Official Rules for the contest can be found at Dadeland Mall’s Facebook page.

The Noerr Programs, operators of the Santa Photo Experience at Dadeland Mall is sharing Santa’s spirit of generosity online this holiday season, through the following programs:

An innovative social media program called “BeMerrySanta®”. Families can keep up with Santa’s daily musings on his Facebook page at facebook.com/bemerrysanta or Twitter.com/bemerrysanta.

In addition, parents can reinforce Santa’s goodwill with their children, either by clicking on the BeMerrySanta page on Facebook, or bemerrysanta.com. In just a few moments, parents can input their child’s good deed into Santa’s Magical Badge Generator, then print out the badge to show Santa during their visit at [insert name of mall], where Santa will congratulate and reward them.

Guests to every Noerr set will have the opportunity to share Santa’s spirit of generosity by making a donation via The Noerr Programs to U.S. rural children in need through Save the Children, a 75-year-old non-profit organization. To create even more magic for donors, The Noerr Programs will offer a chance for a lucky family of four to win an all-expense paid trip to the American Idol finale and private after-parties with the stars in Hollywood, CA.

Feeding South Florida Come Together Fundraising Event 1/12/12

Feeding South Florida To Celebrate 30th Anniversary And Engage Community To Fight Hunger At January 12, 2012 “Come Together” Soiree
Thursday, Jan. 12, 7-10 p.m.
The Margulies Collection at the Warehouse
591 NW 27th Street
Miami, FL 33127
(305) 576-1051

Cost: Individual tickets are $125 per person.
RSVPS are required. To RSVP and/or for sponsorship information, contact Jessica Diaz at (954) 518-1839 or Jdiaz@feedingsouthflorida.org, or visit www.feedingsouthflorida.org.

Proceeds/Sponsorships from Event to Benefit Feeding South Florida
and Further Its Mission to Feed South Florida’s Over 936,000 Individuals Who are Hungry

Members of the South Florida community are invited to join the fight against hunger and attend Feeding South Florida’s (formerly Daily Bread Food Bank) “Come Together” evening event on Jan. 12, 2012. Celebrating its 30th anniversary, Feeding South Florida is hosting the soiree which will feature food, spirits, incredible artwork, live entertainment, some of South Florida’s top chefs, and more. Proceeds/sponsorships will benefit Feeding South Florida, a not-for-profit organization that feeds South Florida’s hungry in order to improve their lives.

Individuals and corporations are Feeding South Florida’s main sources of financial support. For every dollar donated, seven lifesaving pounds of food and grocery items are provided. Event sponsorships are available ranging from $25,000 (175,000 pounds sponsor) to $1000 (7000 pounds sponsor). Additional packages and sponsorship opportunities may be tailored to specific individual, corporate and community objectives. All donations are tax deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. Any and all donations are welcomed and needed.

Attendees should dress for the “Come Together” event however they feel comfortable – from jeans to tuxedos.

“Come Together” event chairs are Maria R. Millares, president of the Board of Directors for Feeding South Florida; Chef Allen Susser, one of South Florida’s top chefs; and Terry Zarikian of China Grill Management and New York’s City Harvest. Current event sponsors are JM Family and Millares & Company; in-kind sponsors are The Margulies Collection at the Warehouse, VSBrooks Advertising, Panache Party Rentals, Le Basque, Bacardi and Southern Wine & Spirits.

Also participating in “Come Together” are some of the South Florida’s top restaurants including China Grill, Asia de Cuba, Egg & Dart, City Hall, Mercadito, Ortanique on the Mile, Kane Steakhouse, Chef Allen, D Rodriguez Cuba on Ocean, Scarpetta, The Forge, La Palme D’Or Restaurant at the Biltmore, Makoto and 1500° at Eden Roc Renaissance Miami Beach.

Feeding South Florida’s mission is to feed South Florida’s hungry in order to improve their lives. It does this by distributing food and groceries through its network of not-for-profit organizations, educating the public about the issue, and engaging our community in the fight to end hunger.

In South Florida alone, 936,000 individuals are food insecure; 36 percent of those served are children. Feeding South Florida provides approximately 29 million pounds of food annually to over 700 agencies throughout Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach and Monroe Counties. Recently, Feeding South Florida’s agencies are reporting a 39 percent increase in the demand for food services, due to the current economic climate.

Feeding South Florida™ (formerly Daily Bread Food Bank) is a not-for-profit organization that empowers other South Florida not-for-profit organizations to assist people in need and improve their lives. Feeding South Florida does this by providing food and other grocery products; and by educating and engaging our community to fight hunger and poverty. Through a local network of more than 700 other not-for-profit organizations, Feeding South Florida strives to serve children, the elderly, the mentally and physically challenged, veterans and the working poor with compassion and integrity. Feeding South Florida is a member of Feeding America, the nation’s leading domestic hunger-relief charity. Over 29 million pounds of food are distributed within the community by Feeding South Florida each year. Feeding South Florida’s headquarters is located at 2501 SW 32 Terrace, Pembroke Park, FL, 33023. For more information, please call (954) 518-1818 or visit www.feedingsouthflorida.org.

Porque, Cazador? (Why, Hunter?) 11/26/11 – 12/4/11

Porque, Cazador? (Why, Hunter?)
Nov. 26 and Dec. 3, 6-10 p.m.
all days in between, noon-6 p.m.
Flagler Arts Space
172 W. Flagler St., Miami, FL 33130
flaglerartsspace.com

Signature works by the artists of Flagler Arts Space, with a pre-Art Basel opening on Saturday, Nov. 26, and after-Basel party on Sunday, Dec. 4. Everyday between, the gallery will be open from noon to 6 p.m. The gallery is right across the street from Miami Art Museum.

Why, Hunter? refers to two art teachers from New World School of the Arts – Tom Wyroba and the late Jim Hunter.

I Used To Love H.E.R. Thanksgiving Weekend Edition 11/27/11

I Used To Love H.E.R. Thanksgiving Weekend Edition
11/27/2011, 10:00PM
The Stage Miami
170 Ne 38th Street
Miami, Florida 33137
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Back again the only consistent true hip hop party. No gimmicks just true hip hop
Addictive affairs & tyrannoserumrecords Presents
I used to love h.e.r. Thanksgiving weekend
Doors open @ 9 show starts @ 12

Performing live:
Weeeee’re baaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaack! This month coming live to The Stage will be no other than legendary Boston Emcee Reks!! You’ve heard on beats from Dj Premier to the Alchemist…. He’s been repping the culture across the world via touring…. And now he’s coming to I Used To Love H.E.R. To bless The Stage. RSVP asap!!!

Also performing live will be the school bus camp!
Including:
“Kairo Lavo3”
“Just This Crew”
“Life Around Creativity”

Music by Dj Heron
Hosted by Serum & Manifesto (who will also have copies of the new album “Hott Waxx” on deck)
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Support real true hip hop!

Inner Journey Exhibition Opening 11/26/11

Inner Journey Exhibition Opening
Nov. 26 2011, 5 pm to 10 pm
Kelley Roy Gallery
Wynwood Art District
50 Ne 29th St.
Miami, FL 33137
kelleyroygallery.com

From Nov. 26th 2011 to Jan. 28th 2012, Kelley Roy Gallery will showcase “Inner Journey”, a solo exhibition by renowned Miami artist, Heriberto Mora

These days, everyone talks about the economic crisis, and we all look for solutions, for signs of a way out.
But the true crisis is a human one; the economic crisis is just a product of it. And the solution is hidden within each one of us. Crises are nothing more than states of change, destined to evolve.

Timed to coincide with Art Basel 2011, “Inner Journey” is an invitation for introspection to achieve that evolution; an invitation to take the inner journey beyond our fences, hidden conventionalities, fears, beliefs and vanities.
Join us at the opening: Sat. Nov. 26th 2011 at 5pm

#SeaTweetup Update Day 2 Part 2 11/19/11

Day 2 was a busy day! We picked up with the social media presentations. It was seriously one of the best programs I have ever been to. Each presenter had about five minutes. That is enough time to get across your point, but not so long that you blather on about nonsense. I learned a lot of valuable information in a short amount of time. Each presenter was very informative and succinct.

We adjourned immediately to a cocktail hour sponsored by MillerCoors. Even the Captain joined us. Nearly the whole #SeaTweetup group was there and it was great to be able to chat with everyone for a bit. Such a good bunch of people we have with us. Everyone was already talking about next time.

After dinner, we hit the dance floor. And I mean we crushed it. #SeaTweetup owned the White Hot Party (somewhat different than the White Party we know in Miami). So much fun hanging out and meeting with people from all over the world.

Day 3, we spent the day walking Nassau, lots of photos from that.

I have to say, this is SO much better than even I imagined it would be!
-James Echols

Miami Book Fair International, yearly event brings many book fans By Betty Alvarez

The 28th edition of the nation’s finest and largest literary gathering, Miami Book Fair International, presented by the Center at Miami Dade College (MDC), took place November 13 – 20 at the college’s Wolfson Campus. The popular Street Fair with more than 200 exhibitors from around the country sold books in a festive atmosphere. This year, the Fair celebrated the literature and culture of China. This year’s event also included a Fall Writers Institute, fashioned after the Center’s very popular four-day event in May, and an expanded Student Literary Encounters program.

Photographs by Betty Alvarez copyright 2011

#SeaTweetup Update Day 1 11/18/11

Just a quick update for Day 1 of #SeaTweetup. (Larger photo galleries will be uploaded once we get back.) The reception by our host, Kristine, was spectacular. She has been so helpful and instrumental in making this all happen. Thanks to Norwegian for working with us, too! The weather was terrible, windy and rainy, and the seas were really rough, but despite all that, we were having a fabulous time.

After boarding the ship, we headed up to the pool deck for the tasting with MillerCoors. They hooked us all up with plenty of Fosters, Blue Moon and Miller Light and food pairings to go with them. The speakers were very interesting, and I actually learned a better appreciation of beer and how it enhances food (Disclaimer: normally I’m not a beer guy, prefering the hard stuff).

After a short break, we gathered for a sponsored cocktail party, hosted by Cruise Deals. Open open open bar for an hour! Not something you usually get on a cruise ship because they make a lot of their revenue off drinks.

I tried to make it to dinner, but after a week of almost no sleep preparing for Art Basel, and drinking all day, I was wiped out and uncharacteristically crashed out really early.
-James Echols

Coral Gables 2011 Holiday House Tour 12/10/11

Coral Gables 2011 Holiday House Tour
Saturday, December 10, 2011.

Tickets are $30 each. Your tax deductible donation supports The Villagers.
Please request your tickets from Monica Fidel monica@mgfappraisals.com.

The Villagers, Inc. is an organization dedicated to the restoration and preservation of historic sites.

It is that time of the year again. The theme this year is “Scouting For History”.

The Villagers Inc. is showcasing five historic homes in Coral Gables. All the houses were built in the 1920s.

Tours include delicious sweets and savories for our visitors.

Escape Art Exhibition during Art Basel Week at The Artlink 11/29/11 – 12/1/11

Escape Art Exhibition during Art Basel Week at The Artlink 11/29/11 – 12/1/11
Dec 1-4, 12:00 PM to 9 PM
VIP Reception November 29th from 7pm to 9pm RSVP 786-547-8681
The Artlink
130 NW 36 S.
Miami FL -33127
Wynwood Arts District

The ArtLink celebrates its 2nd Art Basel Week Exhibition honoring an amazing group of talented artists whose art has escaped from the past generating new ways of creation towards a major and constant development in their careers.

Guest artists: Edin Chavez – Eugene Do – Leo Dcroix – Jaime Ferreyros – Sandra Garcia Pardo – George Goodridge – Rodney Jackson – Mark Keffer – Ernesto Kunde – Christina Lihan – Simona Petrauskaite – Rigoberto Rosales – Jeffrey Scott Lewis – Joanne Stein- Kent Stetson – Aida Tejada

Organized by: The ArtLink www.TheArtLink.org

Sponsored by: Irreversible Magazine www.irreversiblemagazine.com
Collaboration of: ideaweb – Web Desing and Marketing Solutions www.ideaweb.us

Photograph Taken by Edin Chavez www.edinchavez.com

Soulful Songstress Nicole Henry Kicks Off the Holidays 12/1/11

Soulful Songstress Nicole Henry Kicks Off the Holidays!
December 1st
Miami Beach Stage Door
500 71st Street
Miami Beach

U.S. Launch of “Set For The Season” CD. Sophisticated, soulful and fun, Nicole Henry will debut songs from her Holiday CD Set For The Season: Live in Japan.

Nicole has won praise from both critics and audiences worldwide for her powerful ability to truly touch and inspire people with her beautiful voice and stunning presence. She has released four international Top 10 jazz CDs and has toured more than 14 countries.

Now, just months after the release of her critically-acclaimed CD Embraceable, Nicole keeps the momentum rolling with a joyous jazz collection of holiday-themed classics recorded live at the Cotton Club in Tokyo.

“Singing holiday music has always brought me so much joy, and being able to spread this joy is a rare privilege,” said the Miami-based Henry. “It truly is the season for sharing and giving joy generously from the heart, thus the perfect occasion to create a live musical holiday.”

Backed by Pete Wallace (piano), James McCoy (bass) and David Chiverton (drums, percussion), Nicole puts her own soulful and spirited spin on the festive tunes. From The Sound of Music, “My Favorite Things” is presented as an intricately arranged groovy waltz. Starting out playfully, “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” evolves from a children’s standard into a toe-tapping, finger-popping swinger. She delivers a sterling rendition of “The Christmas Song (Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire)” and belts out “Santa Claus Is Coming to Town” in the form of a New Orleans-seasoned march,

Sponsors for the event are KCC Productions, Miami Beach Arts Trust and MiamiArtZine.com. Nicole’s wardrobe is graciously provided by Nicole Miller.

The theatre’s lobby will be adorned with artwork by Lou-Lou Davila Hagopian, whose work reflects her Afro-Puerto Rican roots and her deep love for music. Tickets are $50, with VIP seating priced at $100, which includes a reception with Nicole at a private home following the performance and a signed copy of the CD.

Further information about Nicole Henry, along with a sample of her music, is available at www.nicolehenry.com.

Revival/Artist Angel Brynner at the Deco Walk during Art Basel Miami Beach 2011 12/1-4/11

Revival/Artist Angel Brynner at the Deco Walk during Art Basel Miami Beach 2011.
12/1/11- 12/4/11, 12/1/11 sunset-onward.
The Deco Walk.
928 Ocean Drive.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
www.globylboho.com

Revival is the 2011 ABMB/Art Week installation at the Deco Walk on Ocean Drive. Featuring artist Angel Brynner, the exhibit will showcase the Miami Skins section of the Angel Brynner/Art of Life project (a 1500+ collection of work produced on the road style since 2008 across north America and the Caribbean).

On December 4th, the Alto Paraiso rooftop will have a laid-back last night celebration for artists, those who love them, and all else still standing as the sun sets on the final day of the fair.

To rsvp for 12/4 and for more information, contact: revival@angelbrynner.com

Biscayne Capital Leonardo Hidalgo’s Sneak Preview Art Basel Exhibition 11/28/11

Biscayne Capital Leonardo Hidalgo’s Sneak Preview Art Basel Exhibition
Nov 28 from 7PM-11PM
Biscayne Capital Headquarters
1548 Brickell Ave
Miami FL

RSVP Required: rsvpmiamiart@gmail.com OR 786.217.0130

Biscayne Capital Invites You To Leonardo Hidalgo’s “Sneak Peek Preview” Private Reception Showcasing His New Series Of Art Work “Pop It!
There Will Be Posters & Limited Edition Embellished Prints For Purchase At This Event.

Established in 2005, Biscayne Capital as a new kind of wealth management firm — a boutique small enough to give unprecedented personal service, but big enough to provide all the services and options the financial world has to offer. Combining advanced technology platforms, global product offerings via one financial advisor and designing investment strategies around our clients needs has proven to be successful.

Hidalgo’s unique style combines pop art, the American way of life, comics of his time, and Japanese art. Ecuadorian by birth, Hidalgo, has made the United States his home since 1990 and lives painting as a career ever since. His work has attracted international acclaim and is collected worldwide for his fine art paintings and memorable portraits of famous faces. He melds photography, computer graphics, pastels, paint and fabric to create his wide variety of individual art pieces. He has been commissioned by corporate, public and private entities, including Marc Anthony, Alejandro Sanz, Hillary Clinton, Janine Howard, Enrique Iglesias, Dan Marino, The Convention Center of Guayaquil, The Jade Miami of Fortune International, The US Open Polo, and has been the official artist of the Supercar Experience for the past four years.

Art Basel Brunch at Sagamore The Art Hotel 12/3/11

Art Basel Brunch
When: Sat. 12/3, 9am – 1pm
Sagamore, The Art Hotel
1671 Collins Ave.
Miami Beach, FL

The Sagamore’s annual Art Basel Brunch, one of the most sought-after events of the season, is hosted by hotel owners, Marty and Cricket Taplin in partnership with six local museums: the Bass Museum of Art, Lowe Art Museum, Miami Art Museum, Museum of Contemporary Art North Miami, The Patricia & Phillip Frost Museum of Art at FIU and the Wolfsonian-FIU.

Vogue Lounge at Art Basel 12/2-3/11

Vogue Lounge at Art Basel
Thursday, December 1 & Friday, December 2, 12:00pm to 7:00pm
Sagamore, The Art Hotel
1671 Collins Ave.
Miami Beach, FL
Open to the public
www.sagamorehotel.com.

Fashion mavens and art moguls join forces with the opening of The Vogue Lounge during Art Basel, a two-day shopping experience featuring never-before-seen contemporary art with cutting-edge fashion collaborations by renowned brands, such as Keds at Opening Ceremony, Bond No. 9, Lexus and Dee & Ricky. Details are as follows:

The Lexus Fashion Workshop
Elevating the notion of recycling to an art form, Lexus challenged four of fashion’s most inventive designers to rethink their notions of automotive design. Using some of the more than 2,000 individual parts of a completely dismantled Lexus CT hybrid, a vehicle that is 90 percent recyclable, the designers created fashionable works of art as part of The Lexus Fashion Workshop. From crank bearings to exhaust gaskets, the designers took on the challenge with verve, turning some of the best engineered auto parts into innovative fashion accessories – all while driving home the beauty of recycling.

The four pieces, listed below, will be highlighted in a six-page advertisement in the January 2012 issue of Vogue, and will be sold via silent auction during the Vogue Lounge, with proceeds benefiting the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA), a not-for-profit trade association representing more than 400 of America’s foremost womenswear, menswear, jewelry, and accessory designers.
· “Environmental Crown of Virtue” – A truly head-turning piece designed by Moss Lipow using a transmission starter and exhaust manifold gasket.
· “The Valve Collection” – Designed by jewelry creator Eddie Borgo using valve lifters, crank bearings and hose clamps.
· “Nomadic Sanctuary” – A sleek trench coat designed by John Patrick, featuring floor mats made from plant-based plastic, sustainable sound dampening material, wire harness, leather seat covers and cargo covers.
· “The Luna Shoe” – Created by Alejandro Inglemo using armrest leather trim and clear plastic tubing.

Keds at Opening Ceremony
Keds, the original American sneaker brand founded in 1916, will host a pop-up at the Vogue Lounge with Opening Ceremony. The shop will feature a selection of Keds’ iconic footwear and its first limited edition apparel collection available exclusively at Opening Ceremony (OC). The Keds apparel line offers a contemporary twist on classic-inspired silhouettes and creates a fun, confident and easy look for men and women that is simple, clean and versatile.

Art Production Fund 2012 Artist Towel Series
The Art Production Fund will introduce its presentation of “Works on Whatever,” a 2012 Artist Towel Series by artists Barbara Kruger and Rirkrit Tiravanija.

Bond No. 9
In business for eight years, Bond No. 9 is an edgy downtown perfumery, committed to designing artisanal scented evocations of the neighborhoods and streets of New York—from Riverside Drive to Chinatown to Coney Island. Bond No. 9 has a dual mission: To restore artistry to perfumery, and to mark every New York neighborhood with a scent of its own. Available for purchase at The Vogue Lounge, each fragrance represents a specific downtown, midtown, or uptown locale or a city-wide sensibility.

Perrier® Sparkling Natural Mineral Water
For over a century Perrier has collaborated with some of the world’s most famous and distinguished artists. An all natural, sugar-free and calorie-free sparkling natural mineral water, Perrier will introduce two specialty beverages at The Vogue Lounge: the Perrier Cucumber and Perrier Ginger.

David Bromstad exhibition Body, Money, Death 12/1-3/11

David Bromstad exhibition Body, Money, Death
Private VIP opening Dec 1, 7:00-11:00pm
Open to the public December 2 and 3, 2011 from 5:00pm – 8:00pm
Z Ocean Hotel South Beach

HGTV’s David Bromstad transforms the Z Ocean Hotel in South Beach for his first public art exhibition – Body, Money, Death – to celebrate Art Basel Miami Beach 2011

Artist, Interior Designer and HGTV personality David Bromstad (www.bromstad.com) will celebrate his first open-to-the-public art exhibition, titled “Body, Money, Death,” at the Z Ocean Hotel South Beach on December 2 and 3, 2011 from 5:00pm – 8:00pm each day. In a unique twist to celebrate Art Basel 2011, the Z Ocean Hotel will be rebranded as “The Bromstad” for three days and feature a redesigned lobby and common areas, styled by one of the country’s most dynamic designers, David Bromstad.

The exhibition is comprised of paintings and customized furniture pieces created by Bromstad this year at his South Florida studio. As Bromstad explains, “The inspiration for the paintings and furniture pieces in this exhibition are the three things that we worry about most in life – our body, money and death. The imagery here reflects on my own personal struggle with body and money issues, as well as mortality, throughout my life.”

The Z Ocean Hotel has taken the unprecedented step of handing over the keys to the hotel for three days for David to transform the lobby and common areas of the hotel, giving “The Bromstad” a sleek new look to celebrate Art Basel Miami Beach. David will restyle public areas of the hotel with new chandeliers and customized furniture with that signature Bromstad flair. From December 1-3, hotel staff will wear custom black shirts featuring “The Bromstad” on the front, and one of David’s most memorable quotes, “Werq It Out” on the back.

Bromstad promises an entertaining experience for attendees, including fans who know him as the original HGTV Design Star and the host of the Miami-based Color Splash series, as well as curious art aficionados in town for the country’s biggest fine art event. Also making their first public appearance at this event will be David’s famous, hand-constructed Matroyshka dolls, which can be seen in David’s art studio on Color Splash.

“Everything in this show has my sense of humor and my style, but I also wanted to show another layer that viewers don’t always get to see on HGTV. I want my fans, both old and new, to walk into this exhibition and smile and be entertained. And maybe giggle a bit,” Bromstad says.

A private, invite-only event will be held on December 1 from 7:00-11:00pm to share the collection with media and VIPs. A special surprise performance is also planned for 10:00pm at the opening night celebration. The event and exhibition are sponsored by HGTV & HGTV Magazine, 1888 Mills, Penny Lane Publishing, Planet Lighting, Tiffany’s, Murals Your Way, Thirstystone,42 Below, and Z Ocean Hotel. Proceeds from art sold at the exhibition will benefit The Bakehouse Art Complex (www.bacfl.org).

David Bromstad, host of HGTV’s Color Splash, is no ordinary designer. The original winner of HGTV Design Star, who rejoined the show in 2011 as a contestant mentor, is known for his endless energy and out-of-the-box thinking. Bromstad began his career as a design student at the Ringling School of Art and Design in Sarasota, Fla. Earnest, passionate, talented, and innovative, Bromstad creates awe-inspiring works on many platforms, including custom art, furniture building and interior design. Bromstad has appeared on The Oprah Winfrey Show & The Ellen Degeneres Show and was featured in People magazine. He is also a Top Cop for the Us Weekly Fashion Police. In 2010, he was named to the OUT Magazine 100 list, and in 2011, David was given the HRC Visibility Award for living an out and proud lifestyle. He has a line of art reproductions available through Penny Lane Publishing, and his bedding & bath line with global textile manufacturer 1888 Mills will be available in 2012. www.bromstad.com

The Bakehouse Art Complex is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to attracting emerging and mid-career artists in South Florida to a workplace that provides affordable studios, exhibition galleries, and professional development opportunities. The artists, who are juried-in tenants, come from many different states and countries bringing with them many different intellectual, social and artistic experiences. By attracting and involving new audiences into the contemporary and culturally enriching world of the visual arts, the BAC continues to be an accessible vital resource to the diverse and dynamic South Florida art community and its patrons. The BAC facility is located in the internationally renowned Wynwood Arts District, a designated area of Miami comprising more than 50 galleries, alternative spaces, private collections and museums. www.bacfl.org

Z Ocean Hotel, a chic and intimate South Beach hotel, has redefined luxury boutique properties on Ocean Drive with its collection of 79 lavish suites, including 27 penthouses. The recipient of the AAA Four-Diamond by the American Automobile Association, the hotel boasts stylish décor and incomparable amenities such as its in-room spa services, Pool Lanai Deck and Pool Lanai Suites, and beach club. Reservations for Z Ocean Hotel may be made by calling 877.688.4232 or visiting our Web site at www.zoceanhotelsouthbeach.com.

Snowcone in the Stairs 11/19/11

Snowcone in the Stairs
Sat Nov 19 8pm – 11pm Eastern Time
Little River Yacht Club
70 NW 73rd St.

Brainfreeze, art, lights, you, concrete, homebrew & music. Tony & Maite from Pocket of Lollipops bring to you Snowcone in the stairs, Richard Vergez-Drowning the Virgin Silence & A Legion of Pigs.

Sophisticated Punk vibe wonderfully smashed and trashed together. This duo known as Pocket of Lollipops and their “odd” off balance sound. The music they make together channels the energy, spontaneity and antiestablishment ethos of the New York No Wave movement. Pocket of Lollipops paints a picture of saccharine harmony.

Richard Vergez records and performs under the name Drowning the Virgin Silence, a musical project which explores electro-acoustic and post-industrial music, through the use of prepared tapes and manipulated sound. Vergez’s recent concentration is scoring for modern dance as part of the Psychic Youth Inc. collective.

A Legion of Pigs is a free-form electronic audio project which combines aspects of multiple mu sical styles including industrial, ambient, noise and more to create audio collage soundscapes coupled with original video content and re-sourced material

Home brew samples from BrewBox Miami will also be provided. They are a full-service shop, with a wide selection of malt extracts, grains, hops, yeast and brewing equipment. It is the center of a growing community of South Florida residents who like to brew their own beer

Official Snowcone for the stairs after party @ lesters in Wynwood, Flute Salad with Liz & Amanda

Art Basel at Bakehouse Art Complext 11/26/11 – 12/4/11

Kick off Art Basel Week
Saturday, November 26th 2011 at 7pm
Bakehouse Art Complex
561 NW 32nd Street
Miami, FL 33127
www.bacfl.org
info@bacfl.org
305.576.2828

Join us as we kick off Art Basel Week!
Two brand new exhibitions in our galleries
70+ open studios
Free parking
& a live musical performance by The State Of
Check out the Facebook Event Page

Samantha Salzinger & Francie Bishop Good, a still from collaborative video Real and Reproduction, 2011

Furthering its mission of nurturing local artists, the Bakehouse Art Complex (BAC) will showcase the work of ten of the most widely recognized women artists in Miami. Timed to coincide with the 10th anniversary of Art Basel Miami Beach, “Woman to Woman” highlights these artists’ contributions to developing Miami’s vibrant art scene long before and since the fair began to attract international attention. Just as recent museum exhibitions have spotlighted 20th century artists whose achievements have often been under-recognized, the Bakehouse Art Complex is proud to present a unique perspective on the creative process of women making significant artwork in Miami today.

Samantha Salzinger & Francie Bishop Good, a still from collaborative video Real & Reproduction, 2011. Made specifically for BAC exhibition,
Woman to Woman

In early 2011, five rising talents were chosen by the Bakehouse curatorial committee, comprised of well-respected visual arts professionals in Miami. These artists – Elizabeth Cerejido, Julie Davidow, Felice Grodin, Vickie Pierre and Samantha Salzinger – were each asked to choose another woman in South Florida with whom to collaborate on a new artwork commissioned for “Woman to Woman.” The pairings are: Cerejido with Mia Leonin, Davidow with Carol Prusa, Grodin with Michelle Weinberg, Pierre with Sara Stites, and Salzinger with Francie Bishop Good. To provide additional context for the works they have made together, each artist will also display selections from her own oeuvre.

The opening reception of “Woman to Woman” will be held November 26, 2011, at 7:00 p.m. at the Audrey Love Gallery located in the Bakehouse Art Complex’s main facility. The opening reception will offer guests a wonderful evening featuring live musical performance from Miami’s The State Of, complimentary cocktails provided by Domain de Canton, and the unique opportunity to visit the studios of over 65 local emerging and midcareer artists.

Also on view: BAC Small works exhibition 2011
Browse the work of our BAC resident artists, and take a piece of Art Basel Miami 2011 home! All original work is under 200 square inches, and priced under $1,000. Their creations span a wide range of content and media, sure to please every aesthetic. This is a great opportunity to support your local artists during the Holiday season!
These exhibitions run through January 20th, 2012.

December 1st & 2nd, 9:00am – 12:00pm
Breakfast and Artist Studio Open House:
Guests will be greeted with a homemade breakfast spread created by BAC Artists and will have the opportunity to tour over 60 local working artist studios all under one roof! Experience the unique opportunity to step into the artists creative world, rather than only encountering the final product. Support local art and enjoy local music at this free event.

Drinks provided by Domaine de Canton, live performance by instrumental guitarist Peter Betan.

Book Nook By The Bay Giving 11/19/11

Book Nook By The Bay Giving
Saturday, November 19th, 10 am – 12 pm
Deering Estate at Cutler
16701 SW 72 Avenue
Miami, FL 33157
305-235-1668 ext. 233

The Deering Estate at Cutler, in collaboration with the Miami-Dade Public Library System, offers the enriching Book Nook by the Bay program on the 3rd Saturday of each month from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm. The program is free with admission to the Estate.

Enjoy family story time, on-site eco-arts and crafts, science programs and more! Each month features a different themed topic, story-time and a host of activities. The topic for November is “Giving.”

Beached Basel Bash at Electric Pickle 11/30/11

Beached Basel Bash
Wednesday, Nov. 30, 8 p.m. – 3 a.m.
Electric Pickle
2826 North Miami Ave
Miami, FL 33127
To RSVP, visit the FB event page.

It’s coming. Art Basel is going to sweep across Miami like a tsunami, and the best way to get your sea legs is with the Beached Basel Bash, presented by Beached Miami and 10K Islands. The bash will feature live music by ANR (Awesome New Republic), PLAINS, Little Beard, and Nicky Blitz, and DJ sets by Millionyoung, Laura of Miami, and Eddie P. Grolsch drink specials TBA. The BBB is $10 at the door, but you can visit www.beachedmiami.com/prepay to snag early-bird tickets for only $8.

Featuring live music by ANR (Awesome New Republic), PLAINS, Little Beard, and Nicky Blitz, and DJ sets by Millionyoung, Laura of Miami, and Eddie P.

Grolsch drink specials TBA.

$10 cover at the door.
$8 prepay at www.beachedmiami.com/prepay.

Listen to these artists. They are each amazing.
ANR: http://anrmiami.com/
Millionyoung: http://​www.millionyoung.com/
PLAINS: http://www.facebook.com/​PLAINSmusic
Little Beard: http://www.myspace.com/​littlebeardlovesyou
Nicky Blitz: http://www.nickyblitz.com/
Laura of Miami: http://​www.lauraofmiami.com/

Thanks to our sponsor, Grolsch, and to our partners, 10K Islands and Nightdrive Miami.
— Grolsch Miami (http://is.gd/GD09p7)
— 10K Islands (http://10kislands.com/)
— Nightdrive Miami (http://​nightdrivemiami.com/)

South West Rock Fest 11/18/11

South West Rock Fest
Friday November 18, 7:00pm until 3:00am
The Social Club
9600 S.W. 8th Street
Miami, FL

The 1st annual South West Rock Fest!
South West Rock Fest All-Stars

South Stage
Chris Alvy Band 7:30pm-8pm.
Franklin’s Wheel 830pm-9pm
Four Savant 930pm-10pm
Sunday Quarum 1030pm-11pm
Funeral For A Clown 1130pm-12am
7 Seas 1230am-1am
Naked Vengance 130pm-2am
Ekkoz 230am-3am

West Stage
Vice 7pm-730pm Just added!
Detonate Zero 8pm-830pm
Spoon Beach 9pm-930pm
Revolution 10pm-1030pm
Buddha Gonzalez- 11pm-1130pm
Kailey Billings 12am-1230am
Halfway To Moksha- 1am-130am
Kill That Rooster 2am-230am

Patio Stage 3
Behind The Houses 10pm-1030pm
Sneak Peek of The Film Noche Buena!!!!
DJ OSKI
DJ Darth Revan

Featuring 16 Original Live Bands on 3 stages.
South West Miami here we come!

Info 305.303.3976
An Official QOOL Show 2011
Support the locals.

Miami Book Fairaoke 11/18/11

Miami Book Fairaoke
Friday, November 18, 8 p.m. – Midnight
Lester’s Bar
2519 NW 2nd Ave.
Miami, FL 33127

All writers, readers, and book lovers are cordially invited to the First Annual Miami Book Fairaoke. What is Book Fairaoke? It’s not, as artist Kevin Arrow suggested, “James Joyce read aloud over Brian Eno” (great idea), but simply plain-old karaoke that happens during Miami Book Fair International. From 8 p.m. – Midnight on Friday, November 18th, come to Lester’s Bar in Wynwood and sign up to sing karaoke alongside authors and local celebrities, or just come to drink craft beer and listen to heartbreaking renditions of Phil Collins’ “Easy Lover.” Admission is free. Karaoke presented by Karaoke Miami.

Big Night in Little Haiti Papaloko and Loray Mistik celebrate 21 years 11/18/11

Big Night in Little Haiti: Papaloko & Loray Mistik celebrate 21 years
Friday, November 18th, 6PM – 10PM
Little Haiti Cultural Center Main Stage
212 NE 59th Terrace, Miami 33137
(305) 960-2969 – BigNightLittleHaiti.com

Papaloko and Loray Mistik: Ambassadors of 101 Voudou Nations
21st Anniversary Family Reunion with many special guests including Raimon Cajuste of Bossa Combo and others
Big Night in Little Haiti – FREE

Also at the Center:
Music between sets by Mizikpam.com, your online Haitian radio station and DJ Mack
In the Gallery: LHCC Local Artist Series II: Earth, Te, Tierra
Sketchy Miami in the studio
Family Art Corner by Positive Impact Foundation
Mural project by MLK Community artists
Arts and crafts vendors
Haitian Food by Suze & Drinks from Spuntino
Free Secured parking
Please bring a NEW unwrapped toy for the District 5 Wheels of Hope / Christmas in Haiti Toy Drive.

Haitian Cultural Arts Alliance (225 NE 59 Street) will be open (FREE), and features metal work of Serge Jolimeau and found object sculpture of Lionel St Eloi

7th Circuit Studios welcomes you to the After show at 10PM: the Moksha Roots All Stars with special guests.

BIG NIGHT IN LITTLE HAITI is produced by The Rhythm Foundation and The Little Haiti Cultural Center. Major support is received from the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation’s Knight Arts Challenge Grant. Additional support is received from AmericanAirlines, NoPin, Biscayne Times, Sak Pase Media, 1580AM WSRF, City of Miami, and Prestige Beer.

Bass Museum Of Art Erwin Wurm: Beauty Business during Art Basel Miami Beach VIP and Member Opening Reception 11/30/11

Bass Museum Of Art Erwin Wurm: Beauty Business during Art Basel Miami Beach VIP and Member Opening Reception
November 30 from 8:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Bass Museum of Art
2100 Collins Ave
Miami Beach, FL 33139

The exhibition showcases the artist’s first cohesive focus on the home or dwelling;
debuts December 1st during Art Basel Miami Beach 2011

The Bass Museum of Art is pleased to present its latest exhibition, Erwin Wurm: Beauty Business, making its debut during Art Basel Miami Beach 2011 with art and sculpture by artist Erwin Wurm. Wurm, an artist living and working in Vienna, combines various art forms: sculpture, photography and performance into a unique personal view of the everyday world. Drawing on history, humor and philosophy, Wurm creates light-hearted artworks with at times serious messages. His new sculptural works which have a grand theatrical scale and were created specifically for this exhibition, invite the viewer to interact and participate. Wurm’s smaller-scale Drinking Sculpture series ask the audience to engage and they literally do; it is a bar. The viewer can open drawers and interact with the piece.

Wurm’s well-known sweater pieces, in the format of large-scale wall works, blur the boundary between human form and the museum building. Here, Wurm eludes to dressing a portion of the museum for warmth and security. A series of smaller sweater sculptures also incorporate fashion – the sweater forms are stretched and altered by crude wooden braces. These altered works transform the visitor’s view of the sweater forms into the present moment, leaving any history, which can be at times painful, and the future, at best illusionary, out of the experience. Additionally, a new series of ‘hoodie’ works push the human form and showcase how balance can be found within the gallery spaces.

Beauty Business, is Wurm’s first cohesive focus on the home or dwelling. As architect Le Corbusier once remarked, the purpose of architecture is to move us. In his art, Wurm consistently realizes architecture’s highest aim as he creates works whose extraordinary power lies not only in how deeply they make us feel, but also in how they let us see the complexity of our feelings, in meaningful environments which help us to dwell. A dwelling is an in-between space where one may hesitate between worlds. The activity of dwelling is therefore a contemplative lingering – a way of remaining in a space or location that is responsive to the nature of that particular place, and open to whatever happens to trigger our imagination; through association, through fantasies, daydreams, desires, or memories.

Wurm’s greatest insights as an artist are that he believes our feelings about such locations are often mixed, that we are often drawn to what both attracts and repels – these are things the artist understands intuitively. If in the space surrounding his objects we experience our own ambivalence about certain issues more intensely, it is because of the way, in theme and structure, his work so elegantly holds contradictory elements in tension.

Erwin Wurm: Beauty Business will be on view during Art Basel Miami Beach 2011. Special museum hours will be: Thursday, December 1 through Sunday, December 4, 2011, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and regular museum hours thereafter. The exhibition runs through March 4th, 2012.

This exhibition is produced in collaboration with Dallas Contemporary, Texas and curated by Peter Doroshenko, the Director of Dallas Contemporary. It will be presented at Dallas Contemporary and be on view April 14 through August 19, 2012.

Additional support for this exhibition was made possible by Galerie Thaddaeus Ropac, Paris and Salzburg; Xavier Hufkens, Brussels; and Lehmann Maupin Gallery, New York.

Known for his uniquely humorous approach to formalism, Wurm’s multi-disciplinary works have appeared in exhibitions throughout the world. Erwin Wurm has exhibited extensively with shows at the Museum of Contemporary Art, Sydney, Australia, (2005); Musée d’Art Contemporain de Lyon, France, (2007); Konstmuseum Malmö, Sweden, (2008); Kunstmuseum St. Gallen, Switzerland, (2008); the Moscow Biennial (2009); Ullens Center of Contemporary Art, Beijing, China (2010); Kunstmuseum Bonn (2010); Museum of Modern Art, New York (2010). The artist just recently revealed NARROW HOUSE at the 54th Venice Biennale, Italy (June 2011).

Works by Wurm are included in prestigious collections throughout the world at the Guggenheim Museum, New York; Peggy Guggenhein Collection, New York; the Walker Art Center, Minneapolis, MN; Museum Ludwig, Cologne, Germany; Kunstmuseum St. Gallen, St. Gallen, Switzerland; Musèe d`Art Contemporain de Lyon, Lyon, France; and Centre Pompidou, Paris, France, among others.

Erwin Wurm lives and works in Vienna, Austria.

Photo Captions
Erwin Wurm
Little Big Earth House, 2003/2005
Bronze, Silverplated, 20x34x25 cm
Courtesy of Galerie Thaddaeus Ropac, Paris; Xavier Hufkens, Brussels; and Lehmann Maupin Gallery, New York

Erwin Wurm
Untitled, 2011(Drinking Sculpture Series)
152 x 74 x 46 cm – wood, metal, glass
Photo Credit: Ottomura

ArtCenter/South Florida Local Artists Center of Attention during Art Basel Miami Week VIP Reception 12/2/11

ArtCenter/South Florida Makes Local Artists ‘Center of Attention’ during Art Basel Miami Week
ArtCenter’s VIP Basel Reception
Friday, December 2, 2011 from 8:00 to 11:00 p.m.
ArtCenter/South Florida Main Gallery
800 Lincoln Road at Meridian Avenue
Miami Beach

Sponsored by L’Chaim Vodka and SUSHISAMBA dromo, this special event is free and open to the public.

The exhibit will be on view through January 1, 2011. For more information, please call 305.674.8278 or visit the website at www.artcentersf.org.

Something for and by the locals!

Artcenter/South Florida Spotlights Miami Talent And Themes Through Photography, Mixed Media And Installation
‘Center of Attention’ Features 40 Artists-in-Residence during Art Basel Miami Beach Week

ArtCenter/South Florida presents ‘Center of Attention,’ an artist-in-residence group show that spotlights local, professional talent during Art Basel Miami Beach. Providing a platform for artists to educate, create and exhibit their work in 40 studios across properties at 800, 810 and 924 Lincoln Road, the non-profit organization is an incubator for contemporary art and has served as a launch-pad for many thriving careers.

Artists include Lissette Schaeffler, a Cuban-born photographer who deals with the exploration of identity. Her work is an extension of her environment, and for the ‘Center of Attention’ exhibit, is grounded in Miami’s seedy milieu of pay-by-the-hour motels. Aptly dubbed ‘By the Hour,’ Schaeffler visits South Florida relics, examining rooms and the remnants thereof.

From underbelly to ‘Understory,’ Nina Surel takes visitors to a world of whimsy with layered photographs decorated with jewelry, porcelain birds, buttons, textiles and lace coated in resin. Rapidly gaining momentum in the industry with shows at the prestigious Praxis Gallery and at fairs in London, Buenos Aires, New York and Chicago, Surel’s process of layering literally addresses the multi-faceted and multi-dimensional lives of her subjects.

Damian Sarno, an ACSF artist-in-residence since 2004, is highly recognized for his larger-than-life portraits that use shadows pierced with warm colors to evoke shape, features and emotion. In ‘Center of Attention,’ Sarno leaps from figurative painting to mixed media and installation. Using refined techniques to share his past experiences, what transpires in his new body of work are feelings of containment and power, submission and dominance. ‘Medusa,’ a handmade costume of interwoven black rope and knots, will be displayed on a dressmaker’s mannequin at ArtCenter/South Florida. “Storytelling is the inspiration for my work,” said Sarno.

Participating artists-in residence: Adriana Carvalho, Alex Heria, Amanda Serrano, Anthony Ardavin, Antonia Wright, Babette Herschberger, Beatricia Sagar, Damian Sarno, David Leroi, David Zalben, Doris Rodriguez-Graber, Ena Marrero, Franca Valeska Laufer, Franklin Sinanan, George Goodridge, Gustavo Matamoros, Hugo Moro, J. Kevin Foltz, Jules Lusson, Katerina Friderici, Kathy Kissik, Lissette Schaeffler, Luis Garcia-Nerey, Matu Croney, Natasha Duwin, Nina Surel, Pablo Contrisciani, Peter Hammar, Ramon F. Bofill, Regina Jestrow, Rene Barge, Rosa Naday Garmendia, Russell Sharon, Steven Gagnon, Susan Feliciano, Tom Cocotos, Tony Chimento, Venessa Monokian, W. Andre Allen and Wendy Coad.

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

Ruinart to Exhibit Works by Gideon Rubin as Official Champagne Partner of Art Basel Miami Beach 12/1-4/11

Ruinart to Exhibit Works by Gideon Rubin as Official Champagne Partner of Art Basel Miami Beach

As The Official Champagne Partner Of Art Basel Miami Beach, Ruinart Champagne Is Honored To Exhibit Works By Artist Gideon Rubin In Its Vip Lounge From December 1-4, 2011

Rubin has created 19 Portraits of Figures from the Worlds of Champagne, Philosophy, and Art

Ruinart Champagne, the first established Champagne House, founded in 1729, has passionately sought to foster and collaborate with artists since its establishment. In 1895, André Ruinart invited the Czech Painter, Alfons Mucha, to use his fine line drawing on the advertising posters for its champagne. More than a century later, Ruinart continues to forge close links with the art world vis-à-vis collaborations with contemporary artists and designers. Each year, as the official champagne partner for Art Basel and Art Basel Miami Beach, Ruinart dedicates its VIP lounge to an artist’s work. Following Nacho Carbonell and Patricia Urquiola, Ruinart has now partnered with Gideon Rubin, an Israeli-born artist represented by Galerie Karsten Greve, Cologne.

Born in Tel Aviv in 1973, Gideon Rubin has pondered the question of representing the individual through portraits devoid of faces. These anonymous, silent subjects provoke the imagination of the spectator left to weave a narrative informed by such clues as posture, dress, gesture, etc. In the series that Ruinart will present, “Collection of Ruinart Portraits,” the artist continues his styled approach, taking as his inspiration icons from the House of Ruinart, who pioneered relationships with the art world, and their circle of kings, artists, and philosophers.

Dug out of the Ruinart archives, Rubin has selected men and women throughout different periods of time who have embodied the spirit of Ruinart by their history, their influence on the House, or their creations.

With broad brush strokes, Rubin has painted these portraits onto old Ruinart Champagne presentation boxes and cartons where patterns and type mix with his muted palette of sand, slate blue, and off-white. The motifs become an integral part of the picture’s narration where a new dialogue takes over between cellar masters, philosophers, and inventors.

“This portrait gallery organized itself naturally as the creation advanced,” says Rubin. “Once the work was finished, I realized that it formed a real family. It is not the standard family structure, with father, brother, or sister as references. Rather, this installation induces another vision of the family, a family of ideas, history and traditions.”
The 19 portraits that will be presented depict the following 12 figures:
Dom Thierry Ruinart: The visionary intellectual sensed that the new “wine with bubbles” developed in his native Champagne would charm the public. He became one of its most fervent ambassadors at the royal court.
Nicolas Ruinart: The nephew of Dom Thierry Ruinart and founder of the House of Ruinart.
King Louis XV: By authorizing wine to be transported in bottles, he was indirectly linked to the discovery of the bottle fermentation that makes the cuvée effervescent, giving birth to Champagne.
Prince Joseph of Ligne: One of Ruinart’s most loyal clients in the Age of Enlightenment.
Voltaire: François-Marie Arouet, known as Voltaire, was a philosopher and paragon of this famous Age of Enlightenment, which saw the House of Ruinart’s rise to fame.
Antoine Hazart: Cellar Master at the end of the 18th century for Claude and François Irénée Ruinart, he was the first of a line of Cellar Masters who used their talents in close collaboration with the managers of the House.
Alfons Mucha: Commissioned in 1895 by André Ruinart, the master of Art Nouveau created a poster that caused a sensation with its modernity. This initial collaboration marked Ruinart’s first steps in the world of art.
Charlotte Ruinart: Vicomtesse Ruinart de Brimont, she took over the reins of the House in place of her 17 year old son, who was then too young to run the company. She was one of the rare women to have been head of a Champagne house.
Jean-François Barot: Cellar Master from 1985 to 2002 he breathed new life into the House by redesigning the “goût Ruinart”—the Ruinart taste. He contemplated highlighting the excellence of the Chardonnay, from then on dominant in Ruinart’s cuvées.
Frédéric Panaïotis: The current Ruinart Cellar Master since 2007.
Maarten Baas: Artist invited to reinterpret Ruinart’s image in 2008.
Nacho Carbonell: Artist invited to reinterpret Ruinart’s image in 2010.

This collaboration with Gideon Rubin is a continuation in a series of artist collaborations. In the past, the House has collaborated with artists and designers such as India Mahdavi, Christian Biecher, Maarten Baas, Patricia Urquiola, and Nacho Carbonell. As patron of the arts, Ruinart can be found at many major international art fairs such as ARCO, Carré Rive Gauche, London Design, and Art Basel and Art Basel Miami Beach.

Born in 1973 in Israel, Rubin received his BFA from the School of Visual Art in New York City and his MFA in 2002 from Slade School of Fine Art, University College, London. Rubin has exhibited internationally and will have solo exhibitions at Galerie Karsten Greve, Cologne, and Rokeby Gallery, London, in 2012.
www.GideonRubin.com

Ruinart Champagne is globally recognized as the discerning champagne choice cultivated since its founding in 1729 by Dom Thierry Ruinart, a learned Benedictine monk, who foresaw the promising future of “the wine with bubbles” and began crafting a limited production of Ruinart with no compromise to quality. The House of Ruinart appreciates that essential ingredients are key to the creation of exceptional Champagnes. Ruinart harvests only the finest Chardonnay grapes with a high concentration of Premiers Crus and houses it in the iconic transparent bottle inspired from the first Champagne bottles of the 18th century. In 1768, Ruinart acquired former Gallo-Roman chalk quarries to store its bottles, which became a World Heritage site in 1931. These crayères offer the triple benefit of a constantly stable temperature, the complete absence of vibration and a perfect humidity level, providing ideal conditions for the fermentation and maturation of the Ruinart wines and the golden thread of the Ruinart taste: pure, fine, and elegant. Dom Ruinart’s vision and heritage of excellence has been passed down and continues to be a core value and tradition at the House of Ruinart.
www.ruinart.com

Image: Gideon Rubin, Dom Thierry Ruinart, 2011, gouache on cardboard, 14 x 11 cm. Courtesy the artist and Ruinart Champagne

New Faces of Hollywood and KDA Foundation Motivational Youth Workshop 11/19/11

New Faces of Hollywood and KDA Foundation Motivational Youth Workshop
Saturday, November 19th, 2011 from 11am-2pm
Museum of Art Fort Lauderdale
One East Las Olas Boulevard
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301-1807

Limited Seating: ONLY 50 Seats Remaining RSVP by November 17, 2011 map650@gmail.com

*Free Admission *Free Admission*Free Admission

Free Youth Sports Entertainment Empowerment Workshop-Open to the Public
New Faces in Hollywood(NFOH) Alliance and KDA Foundation have come together to provide a distinguished panel of motivational speakers that include Isaih Washington IV, Cylk Cozart, Patrick Lowe, Gary Reid, Dr. Bob Arnot, Tim Grover, Michael Trammel and Gregory Griffith.

Motivational workshop for students ages 14-21. This workshop will help participants successfully matriculate their skill-sets, creativity, and innovation into entry level job opportunities on the New Faces of Hollywood studio lot. An estimated 600 jobs will be created in the mediums of Film, Television, Music, Video Design & Technology and Animation. NFOH is committed to providing a portal that celebrates a diverse cultural, financial and life coaching aesthetic for young men and women to present fresh “new” imaginative representations of life that catapult them into a new point of departure.
Saturday, November 19, 2011 from 11am-1pm

Sponsored by: NFOH Studios, LLC, IPO Real Medical Group, Paxonite and Larason Pharmaceutical Corporation

The KDA Foundation is a youth organization that specializes in empowering communities and providing opportunities for academic and athletic growth through sports and academic advisory camps, health and wellness programs and athletic scholarships and grants.

Photographs of AmnestyUM Presents First Annual Jamnesty Festival for Human Rights on 11/16/11

AmnestyUM Presents First Annual Jamnesty Festival for Human Rights at UC Rock at University of Miamion Wednesday, November 16, 2011. What an awesome event which featuring live art, interactive dialogue, activities, opportunities for involvement and music. This years theme was Women’s Empowerment Through Education a fundraiser benefiting a student project by Rotaract UM.

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Art Basel Miami Beach: Nest new exhibit Jazz and Models by Marco Glaviano 11/29/11

Art Basel Miami Beach: Nest new exhibit Jazz and Models by Marco Glaviano
Opening reception Tuesday, November 29, 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Nest Casa
1020 Lincoln Road
Miami Beach, FL 33139
RSVP: nestcasa@taraink.com or 305.864.3434 x133

Sara Colombo to host VIP reception in honor of world-renowned photographer on Tues., Nov. 29

Luxe design showplace NEST, along with owner Sara Colombo, will debut “Jazz & Models,” a collection of works by legendary photographer Marco Glaviano, during Art Basel Miami Beach. A VIP opening reception will be held on Tuesday, November 29, 2011 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. in honor of Glaviano, who is recognized as a pioneer in fashion photography having photographed more than 500 covers and editorials for the most prestigious international publications including Vogue, Elle, Vanity Fair and Harper’s Bazaar, among others.

“Jazz & Models” features 26 images spanning Glaviano’s career from the 1970’s until today. Capturing and combining his love for jazz and his eye for beauty – Glaviano is notably recognized as an influential force in developing the supermodel phenomenon in the 1980’s – the exhibit will showcase photography of supermodels such as Cindy Crawford, Eva Herzigová, Paulina Porizkova and Stephanie Seymour, and legendary jazz musicians such as Chet Baker, Sonny Rollins and Dizzy Gillespie. The exhibit will remain open until spring 2012.

Marco Glaviano is a reputable figure in the fashion industry as a premier photographer who has been sought after by famous supermodels such as Cindy Crawford, Paulina Porizkova, and Eva Herzigova. He has been the leading pioneer of digital photography and was the first to publish the first-ever digital picture in American Vogue in 1982. His photographs of landscapes, portraits and jazz have been showcased in famous museums and private collections worldwide. He also designed and founded Pier 59 Studios in New York which is still recognized today as the most important and well-known photo studio in the world.

NEST CASA is a design showplace featuring the finest in European furnishings and décor. Founded in 2008 by Sara Colombo, the 2,200-square-foot, two-story treasure trove combines her love for aesthetics, travel and global wares into one carefully curated, original collection of custom and vintage items. With a vast inventory covering every category, NEST attracts top interior designers and homeowners seeking high quality, superior pieces not found anywhere else, and has become known as a one-of-a-kind design leader for its fine artistry in custom upholstery, custom finishes, custom sizes and its ability to fulfill highly specialized requests.

TEDxMIAWomen The Conversation Continues 12/1/11

TEDxMIAWomen
The Conversation Continues
Thursday, December 1, 6pm – 10:30pm
MiamiShared
990 Biscayne Blvd, Suite 503
(above Miss Yip’s restaurant)

Tickets: Complimentary admission – Limited Seating! – Reserve your spot now
TEDxMIAWomen 2011 on TEDxMIA.com

TEDxMIA is hosting a free livestream watch party of selected sessions from the 2011 national TEDxWomen conference Thursday, December 1 from 6-10:30 p.m at MiamiShared in Miami, FL.

This intimate TEDxMIAWomen event offers the opportunity to witness the global conversation centered around women and women’s issues, showcasing leading-edge innovation and powerful ideas from dynamic women of all ages – as well as a few remarkable men. Additionally, we foster the discussion locally with fellow thinkers and innovators from the community at this gathering.

Mingling begins at the downtown offices of MiamiShared starting at 6 p.m. with light refreshments and great conversation. The video stream begins promptly at 7 o’clock.

Space is limited, so sign up quickly to ensure your participation in what promises to be a thought provoking and entertaining evening. Be ready to hear a few ideas worth sharing and to share your ideas with others!
This event is made possible through the generous support of our partner, the Knight Foundation, who is sponsoring TEDxWomen events across the nation.

A Special Thanks To: This event is sponsored by the Knight Foundation

Subliminal Seduction A Night of Art and Comedy 12/1-4/11

Subliminal Seduction – A Night of Art and Comedy!
December 1, 2011 and December 4, 2011
8:00 p.m. on December 1, 2011 and 7:00 p.m. on December 4, 2011
GAB Studio
105 NW 23rd Street
Miami, Florida 33127
www.newlightgallery.org and www.gabstudio.com

New Light Theatre Box Office: 954.829.0638
Tickets: $12

Subliminal Seduction – Wendy White’s newest one-act comedies triumphantly return to perform at GAB Studio during ART BASEL!

Two Performances!
Thursday Night – December 1, 2011 at 8:00 pm
Sunday Night – December 4, 2011at 7:00 pm

Introducing the revolutionary concept of LIVE performances in combination with the visual arts!

Subliminal Seduction is a series of one-act comedies totally inspired by true life experiences where joy and seduction are found in the most unusual of places” states playwright Wendy White, “expect the unexpected at your favorite Sushi Bar, Minit Mart, Happy Hour, Laundromat, by working as a Temp and by cutting your Hair!”

Featured actors include Adam White, Jessica Pusceddu, Luis Navarro, Robert Hernandez, the one and only Christina Jolie Breza and Laura Lalanne.

Wendy’s newest series of large abstract impressionist paintings will be on display at the same location at GAB Studio during Art Basel. “Combining art and theatre during the largest art show in the world is a dream come true” states Wendy. “I am forever grateful to Bridges Aderholdt, gallery owner of GAB Studio who was the first to say “yes” to perform our plays at his gallery. Thanks to Bridges opening his doors to the New Light Foundation and The Krane, we went forward to perform off-Broadway in New York City, at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in Scotland, in Hollywood, California and our new venue in Fort Lauderdale at Gallery 101, thanks to Gallery Director, Adam White seeing our production at GAB Studio in May of this year; “The New Light Theatre” was born!

The playwright and director, Wendy White has written over 120 one-act plays and was a resident playwright, curator and director at the Kraine Theater in the East Village of New York City from 1984 to 1992, and at the Expanded Arts Theater Company from 1994 to 2001, in the Lower East Side of New York City. Her off-Broadway productions are the base for her new venue at the New Light Theatre. She recently produced The Jewish Nun to sold out audiences in Off-Broadway’s 59e59 Theatre and at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in Edinburgh, Scotland.

In 2009, the New Light Foundation, Inc. represented the United States as Art Ambassadors by the 1-2-3 Kinderlachen e.V. foundation of Rottenburg, Germany by hosting the international “Global Gallery” project (www.123kinderlachen.org). During the course of this important project, the “world’s biggest canvas” emerged; painted by children – transcending all borders and conflicts.

The New Light Foundation, a 501(c)3 non-profit public foundation, has won numerous awards around the globe, has performed everywhere from Amsterdam to Paris; from Miami to Los Angeles to New York City; and has tackled subjects relating to women, love, politics, and Shakespeare. More information about the writer and director, Wendy White can be found on her website: www.newlightgallery.org. Please visit: http://www.newlightgallery.org/paintingswendy/theater-resume.html

Dangerflow Album Release Party 11/18/11

Dangerflow Album Release Party
11.18.11, 10pm
Cafeina Wynwood Lounge
297 NW 23rd Street
Miami
www.cafeinamiami.com

Enjoy a spectacular Friday night under the beautiful Miami sky with a special performance and LIVE record release for Dangerflow’s Win, Lose or Die.

Happy Hour starts the night off with 2-4-1 cocktails and $5 Tapas until 9pm. Then pull up a lounge seat, relax and mingle to the sounds of Dangerflow live with sounds by Pirate Stereo and Santiago Caballero.

$5 Peroni bottles all night. Reserve your table early and get 2 bottles for $275 including one bottle of Grey Goose and one Jose Cuervo.

The party goes until 3am, with delicious Tapas served till 1am so come early but stay LATE!

Stone Crab Mania 11/18/11

Stone Crab Mania
Every Friday, 5:30 p.m.
Kitchen 305
Newport Beachside Hotel & Resort
16701 Collins Avenue
Sunny Isles Beach, Florida 33160
www.kitchen305miami.com

Stone crabs lovers are invited to come dip and dance every Friday at Kitchen 305 in the Newport Beachside Hotel & Resort. The all-you-can-eat stone crabs feast will be complimented by a DJ spinning an eclectic mix of tantalizing tunes for $55 per person. Make sure to get your fill before the season for stone-crabbin’ is over!

Just a “stones” throw-away from the ocean, Kitchen 305 will serve-up claws in batches of five, accompanied by your choice of a bowl of New England Clam Chowder soup, a crisp Caesar Salad or our signature House blend. Endless refills are welcomed if there’s still room after the freshly baked bread and chef’s choice of two sides including rice pilaf, mashed potatoes, coleslaw, grilled Portobello mushrooms, charred-cheddar wrapped beefsteak tomatoes and creamed spinach.

So whether its butter, mustard or lemon that’s the sauce of choice, Kitchen305 wants seafood lovers to come “get their dip on.”

Thanksgiving at Kitchen 305 11/24/11

Thanksgiving at Kitchen 305
November 24, 2011, 1 p.m. to 5p.m.
Kitchen 305
16701 Collins Ave.
Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160

www.kitchen305miami.com

Executive Chef Christopher Wong plans a Thanksgiving dinner designed for families and friends to enjoy at Kitchen 305. Inspired by his family’s tradition and American holiday favorites, Wong is serving a hearty all-you-can-eat Thanksgiving feast for $30 per person.

The evening begins with a choice of starters including Polynesian Hearts of Palm salad, imported artisanal and domestic cheeses, an old-world olive bar, and traditional dilled Icelandic gravlax with champagne mustard sauce from the cold bar.

A variety of gourmet soups topped with cream fresh will accompany a carving station of oven-roasted turkey with gilbert gravy, clove-studded, Smithfield Ham with maple glaze and prime rib with horseradish mouselline.

Choose from a range of trimmings including spicy andouille and oyster corn bread stuffing to toffee candied yams with pecan glaze or apple cured bacon and walnuts.

Satisfy a sweet tooth with an assortment of desserts from apple and pear cobbler with whiskey sauce, chocolate-chip pecan pie or apple butter pumpkin pie.

Join the Kitchen 305 family to celebrate the holidays. Call 305-749-2110 for reservations.

CompARTiendo.us 12/1-3/11

CompARTiendo.us
Dec 1- 3, 11:00 am – 7:00 pm
The Art Miami Pavilion
Midtown Miami | Wynwood
3101 NE 1st Avenue
Miami, FL 33137

CompARTiendo.us es una pieza de arte que, como su propio nombre lo indica, su función es compartir arte. Dicha obra pretende estimular al coleccionismo, tanto a través de su compra simbólica como de su gesto al aportar una pieza similar a pueblos donde se quiere compartir el evento artístico. De esta forma el artista, Leonel Matheu, ha utilizado una obra serigráfica en forma de postal como recurso artístico para crear puentes de unión cultural entre pueblos.

Esta pieza interactiva de arte consta de varios pasos. Una es su promoción por la vía cibernética y su acceso, que a la vez funciona como escenario de la pieza de arte. Bajo ese concepto las personas compran la pieza y a la vez comparten la simetría de la misma con otro individuo en un lugar distante que se le entrega de forma humana y aleatoria, cumpliéndose así un puente de enlace cultural.

Esta obra se pretende anunciar durante las ferias de arte Art Basel y Art Miami en Diciembre 2011 con el propósito de presentarla dentro de un contexto que le facilita su promoción por su condición de pieza de arte conceptual. Luego que la pieza se compre vía cibernética, el artista pretende repartir el numero similar de las cantidades compradas, en este caso en Cuba por ser su país natal, y seria apropiado en el contexto de la 11a. Bienal de la Habana en el 2012 por su gran importancia dentro de las Artes Plásticas y en las Artes Visuales en el mundo.

La postal mide 6×8 pulgadas, y tanto el coleccionista como el transeúnte recibe una pieza de 6×4 pulgadas impresa en serigrafía, seriada y firmada por el artista.

Nikki At Night Sunday 11/27/11

Nikki At Night Sunday Nov 27th
11/27/2011, 7:00pm
Nikki Beach
One Ocean Drive, Miami Beach
www.nikkimiami.com

Join us every Sunday night where the best resident DJ’s collaborate with cutting edge producers and talent to bring you the newest, hottest music possible. Come out this week for a special celebration and music by our resident troublemakers Bruno Robles, Felipe Kaval and Armand Pena.

To Rsvp & List Info please contact: Rsvp@NikkiMiami.com or Text 786.942.2097
Once you enlist on “FABIAN’S VIP LIST” you will be rewarded with Free Admission From 7pm Till 12am. (Reduced After $10 Per Person till 2am) *Restrictions may apply.
Table reservations strongly suggested
Contact Vip@NikkiMiami.com for table reservations

*Dress code at Nikki Beach includes casual daywear and beach chic attire.

{Mandatory} Must Text Full Name + Email + Number Of Guests To 786.942.2097

Nikki Beach At Night Sunday 12/11/11

Nikki Beach At Night Sunday Dec 11th
12/11/2011, 7:00pm
Nikki Beach
One Ocean Drive,Miami Beach
www.nikkimiami.com

You’re Cordially Invited To

Join us every Sunday night where the best resident DJ’s collaborate with cutting edge producers and talent to bring you the newest, hottest music possible. Come out this week for a special celebration and music by our resident troublemakers Bruno Robles, Felipe Kaval and Armand Pena.

To Rsvp & List Info please contact: Rsvp@NikkiMiami.com or Text 786.942.2097
Once you enlist on “FABIAN’S VIP LIST” you will be rewarded with Free Admission From 7pm Till 12am. (Reduced After $10 Per Person till 2am) *Restrictions may apply.
Table reservations strongly suggested
Contact Vip@NikkiMiami.com for table reservations

*Dress code at Nikki Beach includes casual daywear and beach chic attire.

Nikki Beach Miami is the hidden jewel of South Beach, located at One Ocean Drive along the beautiful Atlantic Ocean amid swaying palms trees and warm sunny breezes. Nikki Beach has established itself as the landmark for ultimate parties, celebrations, and entertainment and always lives up to it’s reputation as a party playground for jet setters, celebrities, VIPs, guests and visitors alike.

{Mandatory} Must Text Full Name + Email + Number Of Guests To 786.942.2097

Nikki At Night Sunday 12/4/11

Nikki At Night Sunday Dec 4th
12/04/2011, 7:00pm
Nikki Beach
One Ocean Drive, Miami Beach
Www.Nikkimiami.Com

You’re Cordially Invited To Join us every Sunday night where the best resident DJ’s collaborate with cutting edge producers and talent to bring you the newest, hottest music possible. Come out this week for a special celebration and music by our resident troublemakers Bruno Robles, Felipe Kaval and Armand Pena.

To Rsvp & List Info please contact: Rsvp@NikkiMiami.com or Text 786.942.2097
Once you enlist on “Fabian’s Vip List” you will be rewarded with Free Admission From 7pm Till 12am. (Reduced After $10 Per Person till 2am) *Restrictions may apply.

Table reservations strongly suggested
Contact Vip@NikkiMiami.com for table reservations

*Dress code at Nikki Beach includes casual daywear and beach chic attire.

{Mandatory} Must Text Full Name + Email + Number Of Guests To 786.942.2097

Nikki at Night with Guest DJ’s Justin Sheppard and Spencer Gordon 11/20/11

Nikki at Night with Guest DJ’s Justin Sheppard and Spencer Gordon!
Nov 20, From 7 pm to 5 am
Nikki Beach Miami
One Ocean Drive
Miami Beach Florida 33139
305 538 1111
www.nikkibeachmiami.com

Join us every Sunday night where the best resident DJ’s collaborate with cutting edge producers and talent to bring you the newest, hottest music possible. Come out this week for a special celebration and music by our resident troublemakers Bruno Robles, Felipe Kaval and Armand Pena.

Joining them will be our Special Guests Justin Sheppard & Spencer Gordon! Upstairs Damaged Goods will be destroying the decks and pumping your favorite Open Format all night starting at 11PM!

For Table Reservations please call 305-538-1111 or Email Us Now, they will sell out!

Open House at the Ancient Spanish Monastery 11/17/11

Open House at the Ancient Spanish Monastery
Thursday, November 17, 2011, 6:00 – 9:00 PM
Ancient Spanish Monastery in North Miami Beach
16711 W. Dixie Highway
North Miami Beach, FL 33160
http://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Cloisters-Foundation-of-The-Ancient-Spanish-Monastery/113945418681473

ATTENTION: North Miami Beach and surrounding areas! TOMORROW! Come out to the Open House at the Ancient Spanish Monastery! FREE FOOD and FUN for the FAMILY!! ARE YOU A BUSINESS OWNER?? Here’s your chance to promote your goods and services in NMB!! Call today to register 305-945-1462.

SPECIAL EVENT >> If you have never visited, here’s your chance! We are inviting the community to come out and enjoy the beautiful grounds of the 900 year old Ancient Spanish Monastery in NMB, FL. FREE Food, Fun and Entertainment!

EcoArtFashion Week 2011 11/28/11 – 12/3/11

EcoArtFashion Week™ during Miami’s Art Week 2011
Dec 1 to 4, 2011 Opening Night party Nov 28, 2011
The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts.
1300 Biscayne Boulevard
Miami, FL 33132

L M N T
55 NW 36th St.
Wynwood Art District Miami, FL 33127

the Albion Rubell’s Collection Boutique Hotel
1650 James Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33139
www.ecoartfashionweek.com

EcoArtFashion Weekâ„¢ is the platform to express the present state of the ethical and new sustainable fashion world. The week to show the world’s latest eco-design concepts “Art to Wear”, unique fashion designs while raising environmental awareness.

EcoArtFashion Week™ was launched in 2010 during Miami’s Art Basel. It was held at the Albion Rubell’s collection Hotel, in the heart of Miami Beach on Lincoln Rd. It drew more than 10.000 people from around the world during the entire week.

EcoArtFashion Weekâ„¢ 2010 was such a success, that this year 2011 we will expand to three locations including two new venues to accommodate all the projects we are planning:

Event highlights
Nov 28, 2011: 8:30 pm to midnight ‘WRAP YOURSELF IN ART” Opening night party at LMNT. Art to wear runway show presenting “Biospherians” up-cycled couture by Luis Valenzuela. We will have the winning pieces of our first edition of the EcoArtccessories challenge as part of our opening night runway show. Winning piece designed by: Carla Nesci and the finalist pieces designed by Lisu Vega, Olga Saretsky and Pat Taylor. Music by “The Dance Commander” DJ Steven.

Nov 29, 2011: 11:00 am Opening to the public Trunk Show and Exhibition at the Albion Hotel.
9:00 pm at LMNT experience the lights, camera, and action of “THE PHOTO SHOOT”, designer and founder of EcoArtFashion Week™, Luis Valenzuela along with photographer and owner of LMNT, Gino Tozzi will host the performance of “THE PHOTO SHOOT”. Models wearing the latest collection of EcoArtFashion “Biospherians” up-cycled couture by Luis Valenzuela and the high-energy music.

Nov 30, 2011: 11:00 am to 7:00 pm Trunk Show and Exhibition at the Albion Hotel.

Dec 1, 2011: 11:00 am to 7:00 pm Trunk Show and Exhibition at the Albion Hotel.
8:30 pm to 10:00 pm Luis Valenzuela “Material Change” art to wear runway show Sponsored by SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS and LuLan Artisans at the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts, Video-Art by Lia Janoff, music by DJ Steven. Valenzuela has partnered with Lulan Artisans’ using Lulan’s high-quality, hand-woven, hand-dyed natural textiles in his collection. Lulan’s work elegantly merges original contemporary designs with centuries-old Asian weaving techniques. Lulan is a leader as an international for-profit social venture, emphasizing artistry and exquisite design while enhancing economic development and sustainable livelihoods of its weavers, dyers, spinners and finishers in Cambodia, Laos, Thailand, Vietnam and India as well as focusing on the prevention of human trafficking. Book signing by Lulan artisans founder Eve Blossom.

10:30 pm After Party at LMNT, music by DJ Steven, Organic Cocktails by VeeV.

Dec 2, 2011: 11:00 am to 7:00 pm Trunk Show and Exhibition at the Albion Hotel.
7:00 pm to 8:00 pm “Up-Cycled” runway show by Design and Architecture Senior High (DASH) students. At the Albion Hotel.
9:30 pm to 11:30 pm Luis Valenzuela’s “Iconic Women” collection, “Art to Wear” pieces made of recycled materials inspired by women who have made a powerful impact on world history. Albion Hotel.

Dec 3, 2011: 11:00 am to 7:00 pm Trunk Show and Exhibition at the Albion Hotel.
8:00 pm “TRANSIT” runway show by Lisu Vega at Albion Hotel
9:30 pm to 11:00 pm “Convergent Evolution” art to wear” runway show by Fashion Designers Vivianne Valerius, Jacinta Ligon, Valeria Krasavina, Vanessa Tapia, Jessica Alma and Luis Valenzuela, Accessories Designers by Felipe Tonette and Alex Zapirain styling by Waina Chancy, Produced by Alberto Gonzalez and Waina Chancy.

EcoArtFashion Week™ exhibition at the Albion Hotel will feature Eco friendly Art Fashion collections and different multimedia art/fashion projects: Luis Valenzuela “Art to wear” creations, “Catalytic Clothing” video art, a public experiment between Fashion and Science, an Endeavour to purify the air we all breathe” presenting the brainchild of artist / designer Helen Storey (Professor of Fashion and Science at London College of Fashion/Center for Sustainable Fashion) and chemist Tony Ryan (PVC for the Faculty of Science at The University of Sheffield) people from very different worlds whose minds have come together over recent years in highly successful art/science collaborations. Jorge Parra Video Art-Fashion Installation. Video-art by Lia Janoff.

EcoArtFashion Weekâ„¢ has been created by EcoArtFashion founder designer Luis Valenzuela in collaboration with a team of experts in the fashion and art industry.

EcoArtFashion Weekâ„¢ proud to support Design and Architecture Senior High DASH

EcoArtFashion Week™ sponsored by: SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS / LMNT / Albion Rubell’s Hotel / Lulan Artisan / VeeV Açaí Spirit/ Sustainatopia / 305 Advertising. Media Sponsor: Miami Magazine

JUTE Allegories in Brawn and Beauty 11/19/11

JUTE: Allegories in Brawn & Beauty
Saturday, November 19, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
MANO Fine Art Project Space
MANO Fine Art Project Space
in the Bird Road Art District
4225 SW 75 Ave
Miami,FL 33155
http://www.manofineart.com

Join us for the Opening Reception of “JUTE: Allegories of Brawn & Beauty”, featuring MANO’s newest large format work using burlap and other unlikely materials. MANO exaggerates forms and minimizes details centered on depicting the abstract values and social implications of the strength and beauty of moral character.

The Opening Reception for JUTE will be held in conjunction with the Bird Road Art Walk, which features 40+ contemporary artists, open studios and exhibits.

About MANO Fine Art Project Space:
MANO Fine Art Project Space located in Miami’s Bird Road Art District is the working studio of mulitmedia artist, MANO. MANO Fine Art Project Space participates in the monthly Bird Road Art Walk presenting both MANO’s work and invited artists, additionally MANO Fine Art, hosts group exhibitions, events & workshops. For more info contact us at 305.467.6819 or visit www.manofineart.com facebook: MANO Nogueira Twitter: MANOfineART

Receptions in conjuction with JUTE
are also scheduled for:
Dec 17, 2011 & Jan 21, 2012

Bird Road Art Walk 11/19/11

Bird Road Art Walk
Saturday, November 19 (& every 3rd Saturday of the month), 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
The Bird Road Art District
www.thebirdroadartdistrict.com

Experience Miami’s Art Scene at the Bird Road Art Walk.

Nestled between Bird Road (S.W. 40th Street) and SW 48th Street, primarily along S.W. 75 Avenue, you’ll find a unique thriving community of more than 40 artists and an evolving art scene. The area features a broad range of contemporary, emerging and established artists working in a variety of disciplines. This month more than twenty studios and alternative spaces open their doors to feature hand-blown glass, mosaics, photography, painting in all genres and mediums, sculpture, installations, conceptual art, digital art, stained glass, ceramics, Spoken Word and live theater.

In less than a year the Bird Road Art Walk has doubled in size and continues to grow. Recently named “Miami’s Best Art Walk 2011”, by New Times Best of Miami, the monthly Art Walk is quickly becoming a favorite with art enthusiasts.

Please check our website for a complete listing of artists and venues.

Maps are available at art venues and on the shuttle bus, or if using a smart phone, maps can be accessed by scanning the Art Walks new QR code displayed throughout the event.

For more information about the Bird Road Art Walk contact us at 305.467.6819.

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

Final #SeaTweetup Itinerary 11/18-21/11

#SeaTweetup Itinerary

November 18-21, 2011
Aboard the Norwegian Sky
Sailing out of the Port Of Miami
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#SeaTweetup Itinerary
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Friday, November 18th
· 12:00-4:00pm – Board the Norwegian Sky
· 1:00-2:00pm – Beer and Food Pairing Sponsored by MillerCoors at Pool Deck (in front of Breakers Bar)
· 2:00-4:00pm – Social Media Scavenger Hunt with Prizes at Pool Deck (in front of Breakers Bar)
· 5:00-6:00pm – Sail Away Tweetup & BBQ – live tweet the action as you enjoy the views on the pool deck as we sail away from Miami.
· 7:00-8:00pm – Sponsored Cocktail Party by CruiseDeals at Captain Cooks Portside
· 8:30pm – Group Dinner at Crossings Main Dining Room
· 10:00-11:30pm – Karaoke at Outrigger Lounge
· 11:30-12:15am – 70’s Groove Dance Party at Dazzles Nightclub
· 12:15am – South Beach Rave Dance Party at Dazzles Nightclub

Saturday, November 19
· 8:00-4:30pm – Free time + free BBQ at Great Stirrup Cay (Norwegian Cruise Line’s Private Island – be among the first to experience all of the 20 Million in upgrades made to the Island).
· 6:00-7:00pm – Social Media Roundtable Presentations at Meeting Rooms
· 7:00-8:00pm –Sponsored Cocktail Party by MillerCoors and Norwegian Cruise Line at Outrigger Lounge
· 8:30pm – Group Dinner at Crossings Main Dining Room
· 9:00-11:00pm – Stardust Showtime: Comedy and Magic of Rich Purpura at Stardust Lounge
· 11:00pm – White Hot Dance Party – poolside

Sunday, November 20th
· 8:00-2:00pm – Free time at Nassau, Bahamas
· 2:00-3:30pm – Show & Tell Tweetup at Senor Frogs’ Mexican Room – Free WIFI
· 4:00pm – Board Norwegian Sky
· 6:00-8:00pm – Cocktails at Plantation Club
· 8:30-9:30pm – Group Dinner at Palace Main Dining Room
· 9:45-10:45pm – Latin Fiesta at Dazzles Nightclub
· 10:45-1:00am – Farewell Dance Party (Battle of the DJs)
· 1:00am – Late Night Party with DJ Watson at Dazzles Nightclub

Monday, November 21st
· 8:00am – Arrive at Port of Miami

Brought to you by Soul Of Miami @soulofmiami, Norwegian Cruise Line @CruiseNorwegian, SocialBuzzTV @socialbuzztv, Kaufman Rossin & Co @aubrey_swanson, Social Esquire @socialesquire, Jeff Cohen @iamJeffCohen and CruiseDeals @richtucker!

Eleazar Delgado Behind The Lights Miami 2011 Art Basel Reception 11/30/11

Eleazar Delgado Behind The Lights: Miami 2011 Art Basel Reception
Wednesday, November 30, 2011, 6:00pm – 11:00pm
Eleazar Delgado Studio
2703 NW 2 AV
Miami, FL 33127
www.eleazardelgado.com
rsvp@jl-pr.com

EMiami Magazine, Pernod Absinthe and JLPR
Invite You To a Special Art Basel Week Event
Honoring Miami’s Unique History and Vibrant Colors

Please Joins Us For the Unveiling Of Behind the Lights Miami 2011 By Eleazar Delgado

Enjoy complimentary cocktails courtesy of Pernod Absinthe

Model Profile: Ingrid Suarez

Model Profile: Ingrid Suarez: I carry my own seal of approval. Plenty of aptitude and the attitude to go with it.

Where did “The Suarez” come from??? Her momma, where else?! Actually the last name Suarez was her mother’s maiden name. Which after her untimely death. Ingrid decided to assume it as her own as a way of having her mom’s memory live on. In true Ingrid fashion she has taken this last name to another level.

She has made it possible for those who have yet to meet her, know who she is with just the mention of her name. She wants “The Suarez” to be more than just a name. She wants it to resonate for years to come. “The Suarez” is becoming a Brand and its own entity. Her taste is a diverse as they come. Which is why one day you see her as a Vampire and the next a Pinup Doll. She can be strong and sexy. And subtle and sweet.

There are no limits to her looks or persona, but one thing she is…Unique and Original! Which is why so many people are asking to work with and ask for “The Suarez by name. They want only what she can bring to the table. The Suarez is full of ideas and will always give you her insight. But she is also willing to hear the other person’s. She is an expert in marketing and networking. Her favorite motto is…”One hand washes the other”. And that is exactly what she does with those who do right by her.

She is as professional and loyal as they come! And always expects the same from those she decides to work with and bring into her circle. The Suarez has become synonymous with the very loved and charismatic Cuban Puppet Pepe Billete. She has been in numerous of his videos and there are plans for many more ventures in the Escoria Films camp. She has also joined forces to build and be featured in the skits for “EFFIN-TEE Productions” with Mister Takeover and Francisco Duran(Comedian).

The Suarez has recently added actress and agent to her resume. She is currently in the works of opening her own casting agency. So that she can bring fresh and undiscovered talents upfront and into the spotlight. The Suarez plans on letting her list of experiences and talents grow, there is no plans of her stopping or slowing down. She is a force to be reckoned with, her reach is extensive and very prominent! And her voice is always heard above everything and anything. When The Suarez speaks…people pay attention!

The Suarez has been in the music scene for the last 12 years. From the Breakbeat Days in Orlando, to the House Music scene in Miami. Because of this, she has become great friends with some world famous DJs and even some of the Local Talent. The Suarez’s taste in music is all over the place, she considers herself to be musically promiscuous. But if she were to consider herself as a child of any one genre? It would definitely be for her love of Rock Music.

The Suarez has friends from all walks of life. She will let anyone into her world so long as they keep it as real as she is. She speaks her mind, is blunt, honest, abrasive, and has no problem with letting you know she doesn’t like you. The Suarez is bringing her sexy and no bullshit attitude to the industry. Bitch or not, Love her or Hate her. She is one of the best people you will ever have the privilege meeting. Hopefully one day you will.

So you see…I’m not JUST a Model. There is much more to The Suarez than meets the eye.

thesuarez.net

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Ghost Tour Voices of the Past 11/17/11

Ghost Tour Voices of the Past
Thursday, November 17th, 7 pm – 9 pm
Deering Estate at Cutler
16701 SW 72 Avenue
Miami, FL 33157
305-235-1668 ext. 233

In partnership with the League of Paranormal Investigators, the Deering Estate at Cutler offers a variety of Ghost Tours and Paranormal Investigations!

Learn about the Evidence & Evidence Debunking Process. Examine the evidence captured during the paranormal investigations performed by the LPI team at the Estate. You will also learn how the LPI Team assures the evidence is actually paranormal (aka “Debunking”). Tickets are only $15.

For more information, or to purchase tickets, please visit the Deering Estate website.

Ghost Tours and Paranormal Investigations are offered throughout the year.

Meet Celeb Makeup Artist Ivan Pol at Walgreens’ Look Boutique 11/17/11

Meet Celeb Makeup Artist Ivan Pol at Walgreens’ Look Boutique
Thursday, November 17th, 5PM – 8PM
Walgreens
17534 Collins Ave.
Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160
(305) 935-5578

You are invited to an Exclusive Peek at the LOOK Boutique, Walgreens’ new beauty section!
· First 40 attendees receive a VIP Gift Bag!
· Receive complimentary make up application and trends & tips from celebrity makeup artist, Ivan Pol, whose clients include Jennifer Lopez, Kate Winslet, Pamela Anderson, Queen Rania of Jordan, Joss Stone and Candace Bushnell
· Meet the LOOK Boutique Beauty Advisors – your very own local team of beauty consultants
· Product demos and giveaways from Becca Cosmetics, Pur Minerals and pop Beauty
· Refreshments & Prizes, including Walgreens Gift Cards
Invite your friends to join you for a fun night out – we LOOK forward to seeing you there!

The Great Thanksgiving Banquet And Block Party To Feed The Homeless And Hungry 11/24/11

The Great Thanksgiving Banquet And Block Party To Feed The Homeless And Hungry
Thursday, November 24th, 2010.
8:00 AM – 1:00 PM at Miami Rescue Mission;
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM at both Broward Outreach Centers.
Meals served 11:15 AM – 12:15 PM.
Miami Rescue Mission: 2020 NW 1st Avenue Miami, FL 33127
Broward Outreach Center Hollywood: 2056 Scott Street Hollywood, FL 33020
Broward Outreach Center Pompano: 1700 Blount Road Pompano Beach, FL 33069

Miami and Hollywood will block off street for block party while Pompano Festivities will be held outside in ‘inner courtyard.’

Over 2,500 Thanksgiving Meals to be served on Miami Rescue Mission/Broward Outreach Centers Campuses

The Miami Rescue Mission/Broward Outreach Centers and over 600 volunteers will provide over 2,500 traditional Thanksgiving meals for the homeless and hungry of Miami-Dade and Broward County at The Great Thanksgiving Banquet and Outside Block Parties.

The Miami Rescue Mission/Broward Outreach Centers know that Thanksgiving is a time of celebration and is eager to help provide a festive atmosphere to the homeless and hungry of South Florida. All three campuses will be holding their annual block party and Great Thanksgiving Banquet to make the day special for our community.

In addition to a traditional Thanksgiving meal, there will be entertainment at each location for both children and adults that will include a “kid’s corner,” live music and other fun activities. Various giveaways and services will be on each campus during the outside event and festivities. Clothes and hygiene products will be given to those families in need as well as services such as haircuts, shoulder massages and blood pressure checks.

As The Great Thanksgiving Banquet approaches, the community is already coming together as shown by Gold Sponsor Jani-King, the King of Clean and those expected to serve as Honorary Chairs: Mayor of Tamarac Pamela Bushnell, Candidate for State Representative Katie Edwards, Radio Show Host Joe Johnson of Majic 102.7 FM and Radio Show Host Freddie Falcon of 103.5 FM Super X.

Since 1922 the Miami Rescue Mission (a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization) Centers have served the homeless and needy men, women, and children of Miami. Every day the organization provides food, shelter, clothing, education, job training, spiritual direction and long-term rehabilitation programs in Miami, Hollywood and Pompano to nearly 1,000 homeless. The mission also has at-risk after-school and summer day camp youth programs. The Miami Rescue Mission started reaching out to the homeless in Broward County in 1992 and in 1997 the Broward Outreach Center in Hollywood was opened. Then in 2002 the Broward Outreach Center in Pompano Beach was opened to serve the homeless in the north end of Broward. For additional information go to:
www.browardoutreachcenter.com or www.miamirescuemission.com

Artists Reception The Wind doesn’t have a plan 11/29/11

Artists’ Reception: The Wind doesn’t have a plan
Tuesday, November 29, 6 p.m.
Miami Dade College Freedom Tower
Second Floor Gallery
600 Biscayne Boulevard
Downtown Miami

To RSVP, email mdcevents@mdc.edu, call 305-237-3959 or visit www.mdc.edu/specialevents by Tuesday, November 15.

Parking is available at Miami Dade College Wolfson Campus Building 7, 500 N.E. Second Ave. Entrances to the parking garage are on N.E. Sixth Street and N.E. Fifth Street.

Dr. Eduardo J. Padrón, President, Miami Dade College in coordination with Galleria Ca’ d’Oro and The Brickellian cordially invites you to a special Artists’ Reception of The Wind doesn’t have a plan

Blue and Joy, characters created by renowned artists Fabio La Fauci and Daniele Sigalot, make their U.S. debut with an exciting indoor exhibition at the historic Freedom Tower Gallery. The exhibit features 26 of the artists’ works including small-scale versions of Paperplanes, an outdoor public art display on Brickell Avenue. The exhibition is curated by Gloria Porcella, Lamberto Petrecca and Stella Holmes.

The artists will be present at the reception.

The exhibition will be on display at the Freedom Tower from November 22 to December 16, 2011.
Gallery Hours: Tuesday through Saturday, Noon to 4 p.m.
Special Hours for Art Basel weekend: Sunday, December 4, Noon to 4 p.m.

High Heels and Handshakes 11/22/11

High Heels and Handshakes
Tuesday, November 22, 6pm-8pm
The Capital Grille
444 Brickell Ave
Miami, FL

“At Your Service and Giving Thanks This Holiday
with Champagne Dreams and Our Favorite Things”

Networking in Luxury at The Capital Grille
Next Tuesday November 22, 2011 6pm-8pm
Complimentary Hors D’ Oeuvres & Louis Roederer Champagne
Saks Fifth Avenue Gift Bags for Our Members
Gift from GBS Beauty Supply & Mary Kay Make-Overs
Raffle Items from The MiamiMarlins, My Best Friends Closet, The Capital Grille and Many More

Their monthly happy hour networking events serve to inspire camaraderie among professional women while donating a portion of the proceeds to partnership programs that support self-sufficiency amongst women in Miami, Florida, Afghanistan, Bosnia, Congo, Kosovo, Iraq, Nigeria, Rwanda, and Sudan.

High Heels and Handshakes goal is to make a difference in our local communities and abroad through organizations that provide opportunities for women to pursure their professional dreams.

$20 at the door & Complimentary Valet Parking
Highheelsandhandshakes.com

RSVP at rsvp@h3united.com

All proceeds will go to support Women for Women International.
Ladies! You have the opportunity to donate your high heels at the event.
**NOTE: Men! You are welcome as well!
Come join us for a fun and worthwhile night!
For more information please visit out website:
http://www.H3United.com

Late Night Cafeina 11/19/11

Late Night Cafeina
11.19.11, 1am
Cafeina Wynwood Lounge
297 NW 23rd Street
Miami
www.cafeinamiami.com

Call it a LATE night at Cafeina Saturday night and party into the wee hours of the night.

Pirate Stereo and Mark Leventhal will be rockin’ the beats into the night with $5 caffeinated drink specials from 1-3am, Patrol XO Cafe Shooters, and 2 bottles for $275!

Feed your hunger late also, with a kitchen pumping tasty favorites until 1am!

Luisa Mesa Artspace Group Show 11/19/11

Luisa Mesa Artspace – Group Show
Saturday, November 19, 2011, 7:00-10:00 PM
Luisa Mesa Artspace
4432 SW 74 Avenue
Miami, Fl 33155
More Info

Artists:
Luisa Mesa
Quenia Nuñez
Tere Pastoriza
Barbara Rivera
Diego J. Texera

Painting, Photography, Mixed-Media, Drawing

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS
Come check out the thought-provoking works of these five Miami-Based Artists!

Allies Book Collection and Distribution at MBFI 11/18-20/11

Allies Book Collection & Distribution @ MBFI
Friday, 11 /18 – Sunday, 11/20, 10am – 6pm
Miami Book Fair International Street Fair
300 NE 2nd Ave.
Miami, FL 33132
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The mission of Allies Book Collection & Distribution is to help the homeless and under-served communities of Miami rediscover the joy of reading. We’ll be collecting gently used children’s/YA books, fiction/non-fiction, magazines, and textbooks at our MBFI Street Fair booth. Feel free to contact us directly with any questions: abcdMIAMI@gmail.com. You can also find us on Twitter @abcdMIAMI. Hope to see you there!

Fridays at The Bank Miami 11/19/11

Fridays @ The Bank Miami
11/19/2011, 11:00 pm
The Bank Miami Gallery and Lounge
139 NE 1st St. Miami, FL. 33132
Facebook Evite

Now that we are officially open come to downtown Miami and party @ The Bank Miami
Enjoy some of the best house music in Miami.

Complimentary admission before 12, RSVP for free admission all night long.
For table reservations call 305-498-4000 or raymondproductions@gmail.com

Dress Code Strictly Enforced! – Dress to impress
No:
Sneakers
Hats
T-Shirts/polo shirts (Gents – must be button up)
21+

Check out the pictures from the 11-11-11 grand opening!

Sculpt Miami 11/29/11 -12/1/11

Sculpt Miami
Fair Hours (Schedule for both location)
Tuesday, November 29, VIP Preview & Press 6 pm – 10 pm
Wednesday, November 30 11 am – 7 pm
Thursday, December 1 11 am – 8 pm
Friday, December 2 11 am – 8 pm
Saturday, December 3 11 am – 8pm
Saturday, December 3, VIP event for SculptMiami in 46 NW 36th Street, Miami FL 33127 8 pm – 11pm
Sunday, December 4 11 am – 8pm
Kavachnina
46 NW 36 St. Wynwood
Art District Miami, Fl 33127

Red Dot Art Fair Tent
3011 NE 1st Ave.
Miami, FL 33127
sculptmiami.com

The fair will be held from November 30, 2010 through December 4, 2011 and will be centrally located at 2 sites:
I. in the heart of the popular Wynwood Art District on 46 NW 36th Street within walking distance of the Design District and Midtown, which hosts important satellite art fairs including: Art Miami, Scope, Asia, Red Dot and Photo Miami;

II. Inside /outside the Red Dot Art Fair Tent on 3011 NE 1 Ave.

Sculpt Miami will be inaugurated on November 29 with a Special Private Reception for VIP guests and members of the press / media in the Red Dot Tent Location.

Special VIP event to celebrate SculptMiami will be hold on December 3 in our location in Wynwood Art District : 46 NW 36th Street, Miami FL 33127

From December 6, 2011 to October 30, 2012.

Part of SculptMiami collection will be shown in the Sculpture garden on 46 NW 36th Street, Miami FL 33127 and might be visited from Monday to Friday from 11 am – 6 pm

Sculpt Miami positions itself among important international art fairs making their presence in Miami during the celebrated “Art Basel Season”.

The fair showcases outstanding large– scale indoor and outdoor sculptures by prominent modern artists from around the world. It focuses on the newest aesthetic tendencies in contemporary sculpture highlighting innovative techniques and the use of original materials. Sculpt Miami is the only art space completely dedicated to showcasing contemporary sculpture, making it a vital source for art lovers who wish to discover new developments in modern sculpturing.

5 In Retrospect 11/26/11

5 In Retrospect
Nov 26 2011, 7pm to 11pm
Rolling Stock Gallery
@ FAT Village Art District
506 NW 1st Ave
Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33301
More Info

-Solo retrospective of Artist Iain Barnes aka 5.
– 3 International DJs spinning D&B and Dubstep
– 4 Artists Painting Live
– 1 Artist doing a large wheatpaste mural
– mini car show of classic cars
– 4 beautiful modeling being body painted by 2 artists
– swimwear model thoughout the evening
– Art raffling benefiting Project Sebis
– Drink tickets and bands benefiting Kids In Distress
got to thought on 5 blog for the full line up and profiles…..5…..

For more information please contact:
Ryan James 954-822-9725 or
Iain Barnes aka 5 754-423-6510

YogArt 11/30/11 – 12/4/11

YogArt
Wednesday, November 30 at 5:30pm – December 4 at 6:30pm
Loews Miami Beach Hotel
1601 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33139

The most epic Yoga Music event in the history of SoFlo! Amazing yoga teachers & awesome musicians: Kino, Paul T, Loren Russo, Dawn b The Mayapuris back to rock it along with Trevor Hall. Get tickets www.Yogartevent.com—- Holla om shakti

South Florida’s own Dawn B. Feinberg, a widely recognized certified yoga instructor and licensed movement therapist, introduces YogArt at the Loews Miami Beach; an event officially supported by Art Basel Miami Beach. YogArt, which will become an annual installation, will provide participants at any level, from novice to seasoned students, with an enhanced yoga experience – a pairing of Jivamukti yoga practice with art and live music.

Beginning on Wednesday, November 30 the Loews Miami Beach will be home to five days of morning and sunset YogArt classes. The first two sunset classes will feature live performances by the acclaimed singer and songwriter Trevor Hall. This unique blend of yoga, art and live music will encourage participants to open their minds to a yoga experience that allows them to express themselves both artistically and physically. All classes will last approximately one hour and will end with a spread of healthy refreshments to complete the nourishing experience of YogArt.

All other YogArt classes will feature live music by The Mayapuris to accompany Dawn’s teaching as she guides participants through their enhanced experience. The five-piece band is known for its rhythm driven style, and specializes in bringing their Kirtan influences to the practice of yoga. Having worked with them before, the synergy emulated between Feinberg and The Mayapuris will allow participants to sink deeper into their experience without hesitation.

To reserve your spot during Art Basel 2011, visit www.yogartevent.com for pricing and a complete schedule of YogArt activities. YogArt sessions are made possible by valued sponsors Evian, lululemon Miami Beach and VeeV, The World’s First Açaí Spiritâ„¢. YogArt classes will partially benefit Design Architecture Senior High (DASH), a Miami-Dade magnet school. DASH aims to educate talented students to become confident and innovative thinkers through interdisciplinary challenges in the visual arts in preparation for college and a career in the design world.

Coconut Grove Business Networking and Cocktails at Panorama 11/16/11

Coconut Grove Business Networking and Cocktails at Panorama
Sonesta Bayfront Hotel
Panorama Restaurant & Sky Lounge
2889 McFarlane Road, 8th floor
Coconut Grove, FL 33133
Enjoy a complimentary well drink or wine & hors d’oeuvres with admission,
R.s.v.p. 305-444-7270 or info@coconutgrove.com

ADMISSION: $10 for Grove Chamber members $15 Non-Members

Promote Your Business, Make Contacts,
Have A Great Time & Win Prizes At The Grove’s Most Buzzing Cocktail Hour

Coconut Grove Chamber of Commerce Invites you to join us at Panorama Restaurant & Sky Lounge, (Voted Best Taste of The Grove in 2008, 2009, 2010 and 2011!)

Enjoy a complimentary well drink or wine & hors d’oeuvres with admission,
Special Drawing for 4 mosaic tiles created by Cyndy Hill and Eileen Seitz the artists who masterminded the Children’s Mosaic Mural on the Coconut Grove Post Office wall. Mosaic Raffle Tickets are $5

event partners:
Downtown Miami Brickell Chamber of Commerce
CoconutGroveGrapevine.com SocialFloridasGuide.com SocialBuzzTV.com
CoconutGroveGazette.com FabulousMiami.com and SoulofMiami.org

Sunday Fantasy Football Fest 11/20/11

Sunday Fantasy Football Fest
November 20th
Mayfair Hotel’s Rooftop

The Fins Lounge at Mayfair Hotel’s Rooftop is inviting Fantasy Football Players to enjoy their league’s winning glory at “Fantasy Football Fest” kick off on November 20th. No longer debating which TV is best for the game, the Fins Lounge will have cabana rentals with private TVs, bucket of beer and wings promotions, while the most valuable players win prizes.

For those who need to bring wives/girlfriends and children to join, they’ll receive free Prosecco and ice cream, while enjoying the rooftop pool.

Offers for players: Rewards only redeemable with a print out of the roster for Sunday/Monday’s games.
Prizes:
One of your players scored a touchdown this week: Domestic beer
Matchup winners: House drink
Ranked #1 in your league that week: Dozen wings

Fins Lounge regular Sunday promotions include:
Bucket of 5 Domestic beers at $20.00
Margherita Pizza & Bud Light Pitcher for $15.00
$3.00 Domestic beers
$0.50 a wing (minimum order 20 wings)

(Re)Thinking Sex with Jillian Hernandez 11/16/11

(Re)Thinking Sex with Jillian Hernandez
Wednesday, November 16, 7 pm
MOCA North Miami
770 NE 125 Street
North Miami Florida 33161
Register Here

Contemporary Art Boot Camp with Jillian Hernandez: Part II
(Re)Thinking Sex through Contemporary Art: The Politics of Scandal, Pleasure and Disappointment

This exciting lecture by Jillian Hernandez draws on queer theory and interdisciplinary sexuality studies to examine the way contemporary art influences how we think about sex. Jillian Hernandez, independent curator and MOCA Outreach Coordiantor, is a PhD candidate in Women and Gender Studies at Rutgers University.

*Contains explicit imagery.

MOCA Members $10, Non-members $5.

Image credit: Hernan Bas, Untitled (Crystal Ball) 2001, works on paper, 8 ½ x 11 inches, Collection of Museum of Contemporary Art, Gift of Debra and Dennis Scholl

MOCA by MOONLIGHT is sponsored by Stephanie and Tom Bloom.

LegalArt presents Four Minutes, Thirty-Three Seconds Brunch Reception 12/2/11

Legalart Presents “Four Minutes, Thirty-Three Seconds”, Curated By Omar Lopez-Chahoud
Brunch Reception: December 2nd, 2011 9am- 1pm
LegalArt
1035 N Miami Ave
Miami, FL 33136

Exhibition runs from November 30th to January 31st (Tuesday – Friday 12pm – 5pm)

On December 2nd a series of panel discussions, performances and open studios will be taking place. See schedule below.

Second Floor:
11:00am Ernesto Oroza: “Architecture of Necessity” The panelist talks about how Cubans intervene in architecture out of necessity and everyday survival in Cuba.
12:00pm Rodolfo Andaur: “Local Reality as Memory Desertification, Contemporary Art in the North of Chile” The Chilean curator talks about the political and geographical impact of art in the North of Chile.

Third Floor:
9:00am – 1:00pm Art Basel Brunch Reception
9:00am – 1:00pm Open Residency Studios: Viking Funeral, Pachi Giustinian, Jiae Hwang, Brookhart Jonquil, Manny Prieres and TM Sisters

Fourth Floor: Performance schedule TBA

LegalArt is proud to present “Four Minutes, Thirty-Three Seconds” an exhibition by visiting curator Omar Lopez-Chahoud inspired by the 1960’s Fluxus Movement. This exhibition will take place on the 2nd and 4th floor of LegalArt, with a reception on December 2nd from 9am to 1pm at the time of LegalArt’s “Art Basel Collector’s Brunch”.

“Four Minutes, Thirty-Three Seconds” revisits the liberated attitude towards the creative process that defines the Fluxus movement. This project coincides with significant exhibitions happening at MOMA, NY; the Grey Art Gallery; NYU and at the Storefront for Art and Architecture, in collaboration with Performa 2011. This leads us to reflect on the similar attitudes between Fluxus actionists and a younger generation of artists as well as the socio-economic context in which these responses arise.

The title of this exhibition makes reference to a piece by composer John Cage, a notable influence on the Fluxus work of Lithuanian-born artist George Maciunas. Maciunas (1931-1978) organized the first Fluxus event in 1961 at the AG Gallery in New York City and the first Fluxus festivals in Europe. The Fluxus art movement in the 1960’s and 1970’s was characterized by a strongly Dadaist attitude, promoting artistic experimentation mixed with social and political activism. Often celebrated anarchistic change, Fluxus members avoided any limiting art theories and spurned pure aesthetic objectives. Their activities resulted in events or situations often called Aktions (works challenging the definition of art) and included performances, guerilla or street theater and concerts of electronic music, many of them similar to what in America were known as Happenings.

In the spirit of the Fluxus tradition, Omar Lopez-Chahoud has invited local and international artists, collaboratives, situationists, and curators to present projects in the form of publications, events, discussions, performances, situations, and other actions. These groups and individuals will activate the space in a way similar to the Happenings of the Fluxus Movement, inspired by an anti-art and anti-consumer enthusiasm. Participants in this exhibition include: Augurari Editions, Rodolfo Andaur, Hackworth Ashley, Spring Break, Monserrat Rojas Corradi, Cat Dove, Viking Funeral, Andrea Galvani, Jay Hines, Scott Hug, Karlo Ibarra, Carlos Irijalba, Brookhart Jonquil, Jason Keeling, Kristin Korolowicz, Liz Magic Laser, Nicolas Lobo, Gean Moreno, Richard Mosse, Ernesto Oroza, Gaston Persico, Manny Prieres, Print and Paste Collective (FAU), Megan Riley, Tom Scicluna, Joaquin Segura, SOMA, Natika Soward, Lara Stein Pardo, Suzanne Stroebe, Third Streaming/Yona Baker, Cecilia Szalkowicz, TM Sisters, Pinar Yolacan and others.

Omar Lopez-Chahoud has made use of his LegalArt residency as a lab for ideas, strategies and questions that organically shape the content of this exhibition. This project, like Cage’s composition, creates a potential space for creative energy and responses, facilitating a fertile dialog with the community outside of the traditional gallery venue. Publications produced by artists, curators, and art organizations will be available for research on the second floor of LegalArt. The exhibition continues on the fourth floor with multimedia installations and performances.

Miami Book Fair International presents An Evening with John Sayles 11/16/11

Miami Book Fair International presents An Evening with John Sayles
Wednesday, Nov. 16th at 8:00 PM
Miami Dade College
Chapman Conference Center
(Building 3, 2nd Floor, Room 3210)
300 NE Second Ave.
Miami, FL 33132
Tickets

Best known as an independent filmmaker, John Sayles’s historical novel, A Moment in the Sun (McSweeney’s $29.00) is a sweeping story of the turn of the twentieth century. Spanning five years and half a dozen countries, from the white-racist coup in Wilmington, North Carolina to the bloody U.S. interventionism in the Philippines, from Mark Twain to the assassin of President McKinley, A Moment in the Sun is history rediscovered through the lives of the people who made it happen. Sayles is the author of three novels, two short-story collections, and a work of non-fiction.

Caring About the Strays fundraiser at Chili’s in Coconut Grove 11/18/11

Caring About the Strays fundraiser at Chili’s in Coconut Grove
Friday, November 18th All Day!

Eat at Chili’s in Coconut Grove and support Caring About the Strays! Our rescue group will receive 10% of the sales when the attached flyer is presented. You can go anytime during that day but we are getting a group together for dinner around 5:30pm. Join us! Make new friends, eat some fun food, and help homeless animals. Do not forget the flyer!

Invite all your friends!

Caring About the Strays

LABA Presents The 2011 Thanksgiving Meal Give Away 11/19/11

LABA Presents The 2011 Thanksgiving Meal Give Away
November 19th, 10:00am – 12:00noon
Volunteers 8:00am
2301 NW 87th Avenue
Doral, Florida

With your help LABA will be distributing close to 500 Thanksgiving Meals to Families in need of our Community!

Sponsors, Donations and Volunteers are welcomed and appreciated!

Contact LABA for further information via e mail at info@uslaba.com or directly at (786)280-7330!

Happy Holidays from LABA!

Barbara Palacios Ex Miss universo en vivo en el College of Arts and Sciences Gallery 11/17/11

Barbara Palacios, Ex Miss universo en vivo
November 17th, 8 am – 10 am
College of Arts and Sciences Gallery
1210 Stanford Drive
Coral Gables 33146

Must RSVP to RSVP@fabulousmiami.com

Please Join us to discover the Journey of Barbara Palacios from Miss Universe to Entrepreneur. Barbara Palacios who catapulted from the runway to the boardroom by using her fashion sense and creating beauty products for women in the United States and Latin America.

Palacios founded the aptly named Barbara Palacios Corporation, a U.S. company that sells jewelry and beauty products in stores bearing her name. She owns the Barbara Palacios Casual line of products that’s distributed in several Latin American countries. Emprendt Latino is the only Hispanic Organization with an Event hosted by the Launch Pad of the University of Miami during the Global Entrepreneurship Week.

Le Beaujolais Nouveau est arrive! Come celebrate at Sofitel 11/17/11

Le Beaujolais Nouveau est arrive! Come celebrate at Sofitel!
November 17th, 6:00pm-9:00pm
Le Bar
5800 Blue Lagoon Drive
Miami FL 33126
(305)264-4888 – Ext.440
www.larivieramiami.com

Complimentary buffet of French Specialties!
Bread, Cheese, Charcuterie
Beaujolais Nouveau prices*:
Glass: $8
Bottle: $30

We look forward to celebrating the Beaujolais Nouveau with you!

* Tax and gratuity not included

The LABA Networking Event 11/16/11

The LABA Networking Event
November 16th, from 5:30pm – 8:00pm
Biltmore Hotel
1200 Anastasia Avenue
Coral Gables, FL

RSVP (786) 280-7330 info@uslaba.com
Non Members $15.00

Special Guest Miami-Dade County Property Appraiser Pedro J Garcia

Bring and invite your friends and business associates to enjoy, complimentary hors d’oeuvres, the LABA raffle, a cash bar and music all for just $15.00 for non-Members and free for Members! I hope to see you there!

Musing With Myra Installment #6 11/16/11

Musing With Myra Installment #6
Wednesday, November 16 · 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Wynwood Kitchen & Bar
2550 NW 2nd Avenue
Miami, FL
Show the LOVE.
RSVP required.

MUSING with MYRA Monthly Arts Networking Event
Small Bites Provided
Happy Hour Specials (5:30pm-7pm)

yo MOMMA is pleased to announce a special collaboration with the SCAD Alumni Association’s Kerry Mclaney , Founder/Creative Director of 305 Creative Group & Miami’s Independent Thinkers joining with Emma Galler Marketing Coordinator of Arsht Center for a dynamic evening.

Increase your visibility in the art’s community and participate in the dialogue.

BE There or Be SQUARE.

Strictly Business Charity Food Drive And Business Event 11/17/11

Strictly Business Charity Food Drive And Business Event
Thursday, November 17 from 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Marriott Biscayne Bay Hotel @ Catch Bar & Grill
1633 North Bayshore Drive
Miami, FL 33132

Join Strictly Business Networking Group, Creative Healthcare Marketing, Rod Pratt , James Mccoy and its affiliates for the fourth annual “Pay It Forward” benefit food drive to give back to our community for the holiday season. Please donate non-perishable foods, canned goods or gift cards for this cause. All donations will benefit “Big Mama Team Of Life”. A non-profit organization dedicated to helping our youth. www.bigmamahelp.com

Bring lots of business cards and mingle with local professionals and entrepreneurs in the area. This is an excellent way to grow your business or professional career. Enjoy 2 for $8 bud & bud light, $5 house wine & special cocktails, $5 popular appetizers, $5 valet parking all evening and live music featuring songwriter: Karina Iglesias.

Follow Us At Twitter:Com/Strictlybiznet

Facebook: “True Success” (Strictly Business Networking Group

Franco Pianegonda Hosts Holiday Event To Benefit Citizen’s Interested In Arts 12/7/11

Franco Pianegonda Hosts Holiday Event To Benefit Citizen’s Interested In Arts
Wednesday, Dec. 7, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
La Maison franco PIANEGONDA Boutique
Aventura Mall, second level
19501 Biscayne Blvd.
Aventura, FL 33180
RSVP: Pianegonda@taraink.com

Valet parking available at Bella Luna entrance

The La Maison franco PIANEGONDA boutique at Aventura Mall will be hosting a cocktail reception and holiday sale in celebration of its one-year anniversary on Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2011 from 6:30 to 8:30p.m. Jewelry designer Franco Pianegonda will be making a rare personal appearance from Italy, joined by stylish hosts Kirstie Bolitho, Rosalie Borg, Alex Fields, Stuart Geller, Cynthia Graham, Erin Newberg, Carole Pumpian, Sonia Tita Puopolo, Patty Soffer and Tracey Stein.

Guests will receive 20 percent off all items storewide, with a portion of sales from the event through Sunday benefiting Citizens Interested in Arts, Inc. Guests will enjoy cocktails and antipasti by Bella Luna.

6th Street Container meet the artist Jake Fernandezat 11/18/11

6th Street Container invites you to meet the artist Jake Fernandezat the opening of his exhibition titled”The Perpetual Frieze – Photo Mosaic 1984-2011”
November 18th, from 7-10pm.
6th street container
1155 (rear) SW 6th street
Miami, Florida 33130

This exhibition will run through December 12th.

Jake’s work has always impressed me. He takes chances and defies labeling, equally comfortable creating a technically complex painting as well as burning it when completed. Along the way he has won prestigious awards and accolades from museum directors and critics. He was praised by many, including Marcia Tucker from the New Museum. He has worked and collaborated with music icon Little Richard and Beatle George’s sister Louise Harrison. He was a co-founder of the prestigious Amy Merosa Foundation, and collaborated with Julio Mateo on his “Big Red Project” re-enactment in the NYC west side piers. His film “Las Meninas” was only shown once, as the audience’s reaction was reminiscent of a “Two Mattress” performance in its ferocity. Jake is currently working on a series of videos that chronicle the life and times of the late philosopher-artist and cult figure Jack Copons tentatively titled “Let the Monster Breathe”.

His work has been exhibited in numerous galleries and museums, including ACA Galleries, Westwood Gallery, Robert Friedus Gallery and Now Galleries in New York; Florida State University Museum, Jacksonville Museum of Art and Tampa Museum of Art, among many others. He had a one-man retrospective at the Museum of Art in Ft. Lauderdale titled “Ethereal Journeyman” in 2001.Jake Fernandez brings us a series of collages titled “The Perpetual Frieze” that he started in 1984 and has been working with to the present, currently reaching nearly15 feet. They take us into an unknown world of landscapes (rural and urban) which challenges our interpretation and perspective, depending upon our viewing distance from the artwork. From one vantage point they appear as landscapes; the closer one gets, the more intricate they become, as if the urban environment was weaving its way through the woods.

-Adal Delgado, Chief Curator

Coral Gables Museum First Friday Gallery Night Young Associates Launch Party on the Plaza 12/2/11

First Friday Gallery Night Young Associates Launch “Party on the Plaza”
December 2 at 7:00 p.m.
Coral Gables Museum
285 Aragon Avenue
Coral Gables, FL 33134
www.coralgablesmuseum.org

Featuring Works by Local Miami Artists and Award-Winning Entries from FIU “Festival of the Trees”

The Coral Gables Museum will celebrate the city’s “First Friday” gallery night on December 2 at 7:00 p.m. with a “Party on the Plaza.” The evening will mark the first event to be hosted by the Museum’s Young Associates Committee, chaired by Cristina Mas. The event will feature a range of artistic works by Miami artists Alex Yanes, Natasha Otrakji, Roberto Chamorro and Alexander Mijares, as well as a live exhibition by Joseph Ferlito. Also on display will be entries from FIU’s 25th Annual Festival of the Trees, a unique Christmas tree design competition.

“The Coral Gables Museum is proud to showcase the works of young Miami artists,” said Arva Moore Parks, Acting Director of the Museum. “The Party on the Plaza is a wonderful way for guests to ring in the holidays and appreciate our local talent in the arts.”

Guests will enjoy cocktails courtesy of Botran Rum, Wodka Vodka and Vita Coco. Hors d’oeuvres will also be provided by the renowned 1500° Restaurant at the Eden Roc Hotel, along with entertainment by DJ John Andrew. Tickets are $20 for members of the Museum and $25 for non-members, if purchased in advance. Tickets will be available at the door for $30. All proceeds from the event will benefit the Coral Gables Museum. To purchase tickets, go to www.coralgablesmuseum.org or call Christine Rupp at (305) 910-3996.

Highbar New Weekly Lineup 11/17-20/11

Highbar at Dream South Beach
1111 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, FL

Highbar Hosts Dj Jason Postrell
Thursday, November 17, 9:00 p.m.
Highbar at Dream South Beach launches new Thursday night party featuring DJ Jason Postrell, including 2 for 1 drinks from 9:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Highbar Hosts Full Moon Friday’s
Friday, November 18, 9:00 p.m.
Highbar at Dream South Beach hosts Full Moon Friday’s featuring DJ Lee Kalt, including 2 for 1 drinks from 9:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

“Sunday Dreamin” Pool Party At Highbar With Dj Ryan Evans & Dj Ruen
Sunday, November 20, 2:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
“Sunday Dreamin” is a weekly pool party hosted by HIGHBAR at Dream South Beach. Drink specials include $6 red stripe beers. Mojito cart will be making “Build Your Own Mojitos.” For reservations, call 305.534.8455

HIGHBAR, a sleek 70s inspired rooftop lounge atop the newly opened Dream South Beach hotel, is a chic lifestyle destination in a contemporary pool setting. Since opening in spring of 2011, under the direction of renowned hospitality management company Trust3 Hospitality, HIGHBAR has become a coveted pool and sky lounge for Miamians and tourists alike boasting spectacular 360° ocean views, high design and culinary prowess.

Built in 1939 as a classy, but tropical type resort, The Tudor Hotel, now known as Dream South Beach, was designed by pre-eminent architect L. Murray Dixon and is considered to be a historic landmark under the United States National Register. However, the building has recently undergone major renovations emphasizing the Art Deco features and tones it originally possessed, including the refurbishment of its rooftop lounge.

Floating high above Miami Beach’s Collins Avenue, HIGHBAR’s rooftop boasts views of the Atlantic Ocean, a lustrous heated pool and plush teak lounge chairs. Modern Art Deco design creates the perfect setting for a memorable experience of poolside luxury in modern tropical scenery. HIGHBAR also offers poolside casual dining with a varied menu selection of lighthearted seasonal dishes. Daybeds and chaise lounges are available, as well as cabanas which are ideal for spa treatments or watching TV in privacy. In the evenings, HIGHBAR transforms into a decadent nightlife destination featuring a variety of weekly events and national DJs. On Saturday and Sunday afternoons the lounge hosts high energy pool parties featuring music by Miami’s top DJs.

Essex House Hotel Miami Artists Showcase During Art Basel Weekend Natives An Exhibition by Local Artists 12/3/11

Essex House Hotel to Showcase Miami Artists During Art Basel Weekend with Natives: An Exhibition by Local Artists
Saturday, December 3 from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Essex House Hotel
1001 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, FL

Please RSVP to this event by emailing marketing@clevelander.com or by calling 786-276-1417.

The Essex House Hotel will present Natives, featuring original pieces from South Florida artists at a special cocktail reception featuring complimentary cocktails and light bites at Essex House Saturday December 3 from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm.

To create the Natives exhibition, the Essex House asked local artists to create work inspired by the Essex House lobby mural, which was painted in 1938 by artist Earl LePan. The mural depicts the swamps of Florida and was designed to tell early South Beach guests the story of South Florida. Artists will be creating paintings, photographs and mixed media pieces inspired by, but not directly reflecting the piece.

The reception will also include a silent auction, with a portion of the proceeds benefitting the American Indian Association, which was founded to promote and care for American Indian inter-tribal social and cultural needs through social gatherings, educational programs and special events. The event is supported by MIAMI Magazine and Leblon, and will feature live music, all set in the historic art deco lobby of the Essex House.

A cocktail party featuring new original works by South Florida artists, inspired by the lobby mural at the Essex House Hotel. More than just a cocktail party, proceeds from a silent auction of the original artwork will benefit the American Indian Association.

The Clevelander presents Quality Control in 1020 Lounge 11/19/11

Quality Control in 1020 Lounge
Saturday, November 19, 11pm
Clevelander
1020 Ocean Drive
Miami Beach, Fl 33139

Saturday night, head to The Clevelander for the ultimate in South Beach nightlife! Ocean Drive’s legendary party destination presents Quality Control in 1020 Lounge. Saturday nights at The Clevelander are all about Quality Control Party with the hottest crowd on the beach in the center of all the action. Doors open at 11PM. Entrance to 1020 Lounge is through The Clevelander’s Game On Sports Bar on 10th St.

Perrier to Take Over Art Basel 2011 11/29/11 – 12/4/11

Perrier to Take Over Art Basel 2011

Perrier® Sparkling Natural Mineral Water To Take Over Miami Art Week 2011
The ultimate refreshment for when things get hot will bring a splash of cultural cool to more than 30 events during this year’s internationally renowned Miami Art Week

Perrier® Sparkling Natural Mineral Water, the ultimate refreshment for the arts and the original water of disco, today announced its takeover of Miami Art Week 2011, the most important event in the U.S. for contemporary art. From November 29th to December 4th 2011, Perrier® Sparkling Water will have an integral role in more than 30 of the leading art fair’s most coveted events.

Perrier’s ubiquitous presence at this year’s Miami Art Week is an extension of the brand’s long-standing relationship with art, nightlife, fashion and culture. For over a decade Perrier Sparkling Water has fostered a creative culture, collaborating with some of the world’s most famous and distinguished artists. Andy Warhol immortalized the sparkling mineral water in his iconic Perrier prints. Salvador Dali paid tribute to Perrier in his “Pour la Source.” Top poster designers of the day, Bernard Villemot and Carlue Cassandre demonstrated their appreciation of the brand through their evocative Perrier posters. Introduced to the U.S. in 1976, Perrier was the “must have” social drink favored by the likes of Andy Warhol, Halston, Bruce Nevins, and Truman Capote. It had a reputation for being served at the finest restaurants and best clubs including Regine’s and Studio 54.

In its tenth year, Art Basel Miami Beach will see thousands of art, fashion and cultural enthusiasts from around the globe descend upon Miami. For five incredible days, more than 260 of the leading galleries from North and Latin America, Europe, Asia and Africa will showcase works by more than 2,000 artists. Additionally, Miami will host more than a dozen contemporary satellite art fairs. Perrier Sparkling Water will be at the center of all the Miami Art Week action, keeping social trendsetters cool at the hottest events, including:

· November 29-Presenting sponsor of the performance at the Launch party for Interview Russia and Interview Germany on Indian Creek
· December 1-Sponsor of Interview Magazine and The Andy Warhol Museum’s sneak peek screening of Andy Warhol’s unseen film San Diego Surf at The Standard Spa
· December 1-4-Spotify’s “Art Loves Music” at Ricochet Lounge featuring performances by Nas, Theophilus London, TV on the Radio, and Sharon Jones & the Dap Kings
· December 1-2-Refreshing visitors to The Vogue Lounge at Art Basel at The Sagamore Hotel
· December 1-4-PULSE featuring a special art giveaway from Perrier and LeBasse Projects offering four people the chance to win one of Geoff Hargadon’s Cash For Your Warhol limited edition prints
· December 1-4-Refreshing gallerists and fair attendees at NADA
· December 1-4- Fascinating exhibit, “STUCK-UP,” Featured in the Perrier Lounge at SCOPE Miami 2011. “STUCK-UP” spans the History of Sticker Culture exposing an unparalleled history of alternative & popular culture through stickers
· December 1-4-Refreshing gallerists and fair attendees at Primary Flight in the Design District
· December 1-4-Perrier Lounge at Miguel Parades Gallery in Wynwood
· December 1-4-Refreshing guests at Lord’s South Beach, Miami’s first “appropriately oriented hotel”

Whether checking out the art or party hopping in Wynwood, Miami Art Week attendees should be on the lookout for the custom 1978 Societe Perrier Rolls Royce Phantom and “driver,” who will be handing out complimentary bottles of Perrier Sparkling Water as well as with other Perrier surprises.

SocietePerrier.com, a new worldwide marketing platform, will dedicate a page exclusively to Miami Art Week, offering an insightful guide to the hottest parties, the most stylish beach spots and the ultimate after hour locales. Providing readers with access to the latest news, details on parties and events as well as other inside information, SocietePerrier.com will be the premier Miami Art Week resource for all things hot.

Welcome to Miami Art Week. Whether you see Perrier in the club, at the gallery, or at a party, you know you’re in the right place!

Perrier was first bottled in the south of France in 1863. Perrier is all natural, sugar-free and calorie-free. With its refreshingly unique bubbles and low mineral content, Perrier is perfect on its own, with a slice of lemon, or mixed with juices or spirits. The iconic green bottle is recognized around the world as the number one sparkling natural mineral water.

SociétéPerrier.com is the global enthusiast’s source for engaging content and great events. Curating the best in nightlife, art, music, fashion, travel, mixology and cocktail culture, Société Perrier is the trusted arbiter of what’s hot around the world.

Projects Gallery Square Foot Art Basel Miami 11/29/11 – 12/10/11

Projects Gallery Square Foot Art Basel Miami
November 29 – December 4, 3 to 11 p.m.
Wynwood Lofts – Unit 208
250 NW 23rd St.
Miami, FL 33127

November 29 through December 10, 2011
Second Saturday reception December 10 – 7 to 11 pm

For more information, please contact the gallery at info@projectsgallery.com or by phone 267-303-9652 or visit our website www.projectsgallery.com.

Square Foot Art Basel Miami initiates the first site-specific project at our Miami Wynwood location. During this year’s world-acclaimed Art Basel Miami, Projects Gallery will create a mosaic-style wall in its trendy Wynwood Lofts gallery in the Wynwood Arts District. Artists from around the world were selected in a call-to-artists process that guaranteed a spot on the wall for the first one hundred applicants. This truly democratic process resulted in hundreds of works being submitted and chosen. Creating a grid comprised on 12″ x 12″ individual spaces with works of all styles and media, including painting, drawing, photography and sculpture, Projects Gallery provides artists an opportunity to be part of the Art Basel Miami art fair events. The remarkable gathering of international art fairs and renown emerging venues creates an art-conscious concentration uniquely found in Miami every year in early December. It attracts collectors, curators and artists world wide in a variety of settings with a level of enthusiasm and energy that is fitting for this international destination. This square-foot format seeks to give exposure to familiar and unknown artists alike, and the installation will be dynamic, enriching and challenging. Square Foot Art Basel Miami will provide a “foot” print for this talented and diverse group. Please join us in their celebration.

Magic City Casino Presents George Thorogood and the Destroyers 11/26/11

Magic City Casino Presents George Thorogood and the Destroyers
Saturday, November 26 at 8pm
Magic City Casino
450 NW 37 Avenue
Miami

Tickets are available for all shows starting at $15, and parking is always free. Tickets can be purchased online at www.magiccitycasino.com or by calling 305-460-6579.

Magic City Casino, Miami’s first casino to offer Las Vegas style slot machines, welcomes American blues rock legend, George Thorogood and the Destroyers, to its Magic City Amphitheatre on Saturday, November 26 at 8pm. The performance will include classic favorites as well as music from their newest album, 2120 South Michigan Ave., a collection of blues covers assembled in a tribute to Chess Records, the legendary record label once located at that Chicago address.

Tickets are available starting at $15 and can be purchased online at www.magiccitycasino.com or by calling 305-460-6579. Magic City Casino also offers free parking, with Valet parking available.

“It will be a pleasure to have George Thorogood and the Destroyers perform their hits from the Magic City Amphitheatre stage,” said Scott Savin, Chief Operating Officer of Magic City Casino. “George Thorogood and the Destroyers will kick off our concert series in a big way! We invite the community to check out George’s signature blues rock sound and see what the Magic City Amphitheatre has to offer.”

George Thorogood’s best known hits include, “Bad to the Bone,” “Born to be Bad” and “You Talk Too Much,” as well as covers of blues standards such as Hank Williams’ “Move It On Over” and John Lee Hooker’s “One Bourbon, One Scotch, One Beer.” George Thorogood and the Destroyers have released 16 studio albums over the past 30 years they have been performing together, including two albums that were certified Platinum and six albums that have been certified Gold.

Magic City Casino features 800 Las Vegas-style slot machines, 18-table Poker Room, outdoor concert amphitheater, seasonal live greyhound racing and multiple food and beverage outlets, among other state-of-the-art amenities. The casino is open every day from 10am to 4am. For more information, visit www.magiccitycasino.com.

Creative Bellydance Retreat 11/27/11

Creative Bellydance Retreat
November 27th, 11am-5pm
Belly2Abs Dance Studio 2829 Bird Ave, Suite 7
2829 Bird avenue, Suite #7
Miami, Florida 33133
www.belly2abs.com

Join Hanan in an intimate, day-long creative retreat- exploring the use of metaphor and archetype to deepen your dance practice. Through theatrical practice, games, exercises, dialogue, intellectual inquiry, improvisation and choreography, Hanan will guide you in a process of self awakening, energetic purging and creative rebirth. Through the body and bellydance aesthetics, this retreat will help the performer and instructor lea…rn new pedagogical tools and deepen their storytelling through movement. It is also a space for those interested in a deeper connection with their own body, mind, ideas, gifts and feelings. Hanan will guide the participant through deep, personal, creative and theatrical processes. It will be a healing journey as well as a movement journey. This retreat is perfect for actors, dancers and performance artists, as the techniques derive from these three fields.

From this retreat, each dancer will emerge more self actualized, intellectually and creatively stimulated to further their own singular artistic path. This retreat requires a deep commitment from participants and will require outside reading and preparation.

cost: $150.00
time: 11am-5pm
date: Sunday Nov 27, 2011

This unique workshop is very limited and we ask that you register in advance. Hanan will be coming from NYC and will only be giving this workshop at Belly2Abs. Pay by phone: text HANAN to 786.768.3690 and get information.

Sneak Preview The Buck House Studios at Villa 221 11/18/11

Sneak Preview The Buck House Studios @ Villa 221
November 18, 2011, 9PM
Villa 221
221 NE 17th Street
Downtown Miami

Free Admission on Orlando’s List till 12AM

The most anticipated Friday night party is finally here in the heart of Downtown Miami across from The Omni Hotel. Where young professional can enjoy there Friday nights.
Join us for the Sneak Preview on 11-18-11.

This is one of Miami’s most unique and versatile venues.
2 floors ,14 Rooms, roof top area, outdoor patio, open-air terrace and tropical gardens all of which provide the perfect location for a Friday night destination and much more …..

Let us host your birthday or special event for everlasting memories.

Ladies receive vodka open bar 9-11PM
We have great B Day/Vip Bottle Specials
Dress code strictly enforced (Sexy /Trendy/Fashionable)
Reply for my Guest List / Vip Tables

Another Great Event!

For more information or to be added to our guest list: Text: 786-427-5354 or RSVP@beeventgroup.com

Alfredo Chacon Groove in Concert Latin Jazz at La Bodeguita 11/16/11

Alfredo Chacon Groove in Concert Latin Jazz
Wednesday November 16th 8:00 pm
La Bodeguita
3138 SW 22nd St (Coral Way)
Miami FL 33145
(305) 441-7016
www.alfredochacon.com

Alfredo Chacon Groove.
Project by Vibraphonist/Composer/Percussionist Alfredo Chacón, who’s presenting his new album MAGIC PLACE in which his cuban roots fusions with influences from other genres like funk, bossa, soul and bebop in a blend of beautiful melodies and groovy rhythms.
Resulting in fresh, colorful, joyous and elegant music, full of surprises that will get the listener in a good mood.

Alfredo Chacon – Vibes, Percussion & EWI
Pepe Montes – Piano
Nestor del Prado – Bass
Carlos Puig – Trumpet
Coky García – Drums

Miami Beach Community Health Center Through The Eyes Of Love Exhibition 11/29/11 – 12/3/11

Miami Beach Community Health Center Through The Eyes Of Love Exhibition
HIV/AIDS Inspired Art Exhibition And Quilt Opening Ceremony To Recognize World Aids Day
Dec. 1 at 9 a.m.
Miami Beach Community Health Center
South Beach location
710 Alton Road.

Open-to-the public commemorative AIDS Memorial Quilt Display Opening Ceremony
In conjunction with the NAMES Project Foundation, this event will bring together a host of other HIV/AIDS related organizations and supporters to recognize those who have lost the battle against AIDS over the years. Select quilt panels will be on display.

Opening Reception, Tuesday, November 29 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Wednesday through Friday, Dec. 2 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Saturday Dec. 3 from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Miami International University of Art & Design
1501 Biscayne Blvd.
Miami
The admission-free showing

Miami Beach Community Health Center, a federally qualified health center and respected not-for-profit comprehensive health care network established in 1977, will pay tribute to World AIDS Day on Dec. 1 with the fourth installment of its thought-provoking “Through the Eyes of Love” juried art exhibition and AIDS Memorial Quilt Opening ceremony. This spotlight on HIV/AIDS is vital as 1.2 million people in the United States are living with HIV infection, 1 in 5 are unaware of their infection and approximately 50,000 Americans are becoming infected with HIV each year.*

Miami Beach Community Health Center’s Through the Eyes of Love art exhibition will feature select works of art by esteemed artist Barry Gross, who discovers images that visually provide us with positive experiences dealing with the outer world of mankind and the movement inward toward the spirit. Gross, who recently opened his own gallery in Fort Lauderdale, is a recognized artist with past exhibitions in leading galleries throughout the country, including Ceasarea Gallery in Boca Raton, Florida; Brooklyn Museum in Brooklyn, New York and The Atlanta History Center in Atlanta, Georgia, as well as works in the Hartsfield International Airport and many private collections.

The art exhibition, symbolizing the depth of local artists’ thoughts and feelings as it relates to HIV/AIDS, will also include a diverse display of paintings, drawings and sculptures by other area artists including Alejandro Cuadra, Ali Miranda, Janet Muller, Noah Jones, Jonathan Brooks, Marco Gonzalez and more. Select artists will receive cash prizes for their work. In addition, there will be a red ribbon inspired fashion collection created by students from the Miami International University of Art and Design.

About Miami Beach Community Health Center
Miami Beach Community Health Center is a fully integrated health care network providing quality, affordable medical and support services. Board certified specialties include family medicine, pediatrics, obstetrics and gynecology, internal medicine, dental, geriatrics and behavioral health. Presently, MBCHC serves over 25,000 residents a year. Miami Beach Community Health Center provides Miami-Dade residents with free HIV testing and ongoing HIV/AIDS medical care, plus is an enrollment site for the AIDS Drug Assistance Program (ADAP) that provides free medication for patients living with HIV/AIDS.

Miami Beach Community Health Center, a member of Health Choice Network, operates centers in South Beach, North Beach, and North Miami-Dade. For more information about Miami Beach Community Health Center’s World AIDS Day events, please visit www.miamibeachhealth.org or call 305-538-8835.

Photo Caption:
Artist: Barry Gross
Titled: Eternal Energy
Materials: Oil on Belgium Linen

*As reported by the Centers for Disease Control

Philip Estlund Subprime/Subtropics Exhibition Opening Reception 3/23/12

Philip Estlund: Subprime/Subtropics Exhibition Opening Reception
03/23/2012, 6pm – 9pm
Art and Culture Center of Hollywood, FL
1650 Harrison Street
Hollywood, FL 33020

artandculturecenter.org

Subprime-Subtropics is Phillip Estlund’s first solo exhibition in Broward County. The Lake Worth-based contemporary visual artist will exhibit sculptures and two-dimensional collages that inhabit the psychological and physical terrain left behind by man-made and natural disasters. Estlund’s work deals with concepts that while at times are more urgent to the region are also global concerns. By taking the raw detritus that is left behind from natural disasters, such as hurricanes and tornadoes or manmade waste from old construction, he collects and reconfigures these materials as formal sculpture that reflects the “lower” architectural vernacular of South Florida.

Humane Society of Greater Miami Adopt-A-Pet 75th Anniversary Celebration 11/20/11

Humane Society of Greater Miami Adopt-A-Pet 75th Anniversary Celebration
Sunday, November 20, 12:00 – 4:00pm
Soffer and Fine Adoption Center
16101 West Dixie Highway,
North Miami Beach, 33160

Debut of our new Gimme Shelter jewelry line – a must see!
A FREE, “People Only” Workshop for All Dog Owners with Canine Counselors at 1:00pm!
Come meet tennis legend and Wimbeldon Champion, Gardnar Mulloy, at 2:00pm

Family, children and pet friendly
FREE community event!
Half off adoption fees or adoption fee waived*
Food Trucks
Face Painting, Arts and Crafts
Music provided by 101.5 LiteFM
Vendors
Start Your Holiday Shopping Early!

Rummage Sale – accepting items now!
* fee waived for pets at the shelter longer than 4 months (excluding county tag for dogs)

If you have gently used items for our rummage sale, or for more information, please call Lisa at 305-749-1820

A Toy’s Story 2 A Night for Giving 12/14/11

A Toy’s Story 2: A Night for Giving
December 14, 2011, 7:00pm – 10:00pm
The Manor
2345 Wilton Drive
Wilton Manors, FL 33305
(954) 626-0082
www.anightforgiving.com

The 2nd annual A Toy’s Story: A Night For Giving will feature special performances and appearances. The event will host silent auction and all proceeds (including ticket revennue) will go SunServe, Broward House, Kids in Distress, Pet Project and several other local charities. With so many local charities participating, A Toy’s Story is the perfect fit for anyone hoping to enrich our community.

Art4Vision Presents an Evening with Art Wolfe 12/3/11

Art4Vision Presents an Evening with Art Wolfe
December 3rd, 2010, 6:00pm-9:00pm
Museum of Art Fort Lauderdale
1 East Las Olas Blvd.
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
www.art4vision.org

The Art4Vision Foundation is pleased to present an evening with Art Wolfe to benefit the Macula Vision Research Foundation. This event will feature “Offering of the Angels: Old Master Paintings and Tapestries from the Uffizi Gallery” during a cocktail hour, followed by a multi-media presentation by world-renowned photographer, Art Wolfe, during a seated dinner. 100% of proceeds benefit the Macula Vision Research Foundation, a national non-profit organization focused on curing blindness by funding visionary research.

Tickets are $200 per plate, 100% of which directly benefits the Macula Vision Research Foundation, as all costs associated with the event are underwritten by the Art4Vision Foundation.

Holiday Magic at The Falls with The Santa Photo Experience 11/19/11 – 12/24/11

Holiday Magic at The Falls with The Santa Photo Experience
Saturday, November 19th through Saturday, December 24th
The Falls Center Court

Santa Claus is coming to The Falls, and he’s waiting for you to take a photo! “There is always a great deal of entertainment and fun at Simon malls during the holiday season but the Santa Photo Experience is something generations of families count on every year,” said Dailen Rodriguez, director of marketing at The Falls.

Santa Photo Hours:
Monday – Friday
Noon – 9:00 pm
Break Time: 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Saturday
Noon – 9:00 pm
Break Time: 3:00 pm – 3:45 pm (Subject to change)

Sunday
Noon – 7 pm
Break Time: 2:00 pm – 2:45 pm

Special Hours:
Thanksgiving Day, November 24th – Closed, Sunday, December 18th: 11:00 am – 7:00 pm, Break Time: 2:00 pm – 2:45 pm Sunday, December 24th (Christmas Eve): 9:00 am – 6:00 pm, Break Time: 1:00 pm – 1:45 pm

Pet Photo Days
Monday, December 5th: 6:00 – 9:00 pm
Monday, December 12th: 6:00 – 9:00 pm

Note: Santa takes daily breaks to feed his reindeer!

MetroPCS, home of “Wireless for All”, is proud to be the Presenting Sponsor for the 2011 Simon Santa Photo Experience in association with ABC Family which will be promoting its 25 Days of Christmas television programming event which begins on air December 1, by distributing keepsake programming guides. Other associate sponsors include Gymboree which will distribute coupons, Nintendo 3DS, and uDraw Studio.

Santa’s Photo House is also proudly presented by ABC Family, Gymboree, U Draw Studio, Nintendo 3DS, and Loopt.

Something extra fun this season is the ‘Cutest Santa Photo Contest’, designed to find the most adorable children’s photo with Santa! The ‘Cutest Santa Photo Contest’ will be hosted on The Falls ‘s Facebook page. It’s easy – simply post your favorite photo of your kid with Santa on the Santa Photo App on The Falls Facebook page between November 1 and 12:00 p.m. on December 14. The winner gets a visit from Santa before Christmas Eve, with a sleigh full of prizes valued at more than $2,000. Details, important guidelines and Official Rules for the contest can be found at The Falls Facebook page.

ORNARE Tastemakers Showcase 2011 Unofficial Art Basel Kick-Off 11/28/11

ORNARE Tastemakers Showcase 2011 – Unofficial Art Basel Kick-Off
Monday, November 28 at 8 – 11 p.m.
ORNARE’s Design District Showroom
3930 NE 2nd Ave Ste. 102/103
RSVP Required / Invite Only

The Fifth Annual ORNARE Tastemakers Showcase has evolved into an unofficial kick-off for Art Basel. Taking place on the Monday of Art Basel week, roughly 800 international architects, designers, artists and tastemakers attend the celebration that highlights the art of architecture and interior design. ORNARE, the world’s most prestigious luxury kitchen, closet and bath brand, hand picks the top talent in the design and architecture spheres to showcase their work at this event and during Miami Art Week.

The event will unveil a window installation concept by DDM Advertising featuring photography of the top featured designers, creating the ORNARE logo. DDM will create an environment of luxurious design, floating cocktail-carrying guests between the plush Santamargherita Italian surfaces, ORNARE closets, kitchens and baths and displays of the Tastemakers’ best designs.

The 2011 Tastemakers include: Cristina & Monica Souza, Charlotte Dunagan, Juan Carlos Arcila-Duque, Hernan Arriaga, Sam Robin, Fanny Haim, Valeria Lopes, Deborah Wecselman, Michael Wolk, Rene Gonzalez, Mirtha Arriaran and Alison Antrobus.

Shrek The Musical 12/6-11/11

Shrek The Musical
December 6 – 11, 2011
Ziff Ballet Opera House
Click Here For Tickets

Shrek The Musical, based on the Oscar®-winning DreamWorks film that started it all, brings thehilarious story of everyone’s favorite ogre to life on stage. In a faraway kingdom turned upside down, things get ugly when an unseemly ogre – not a handsome prince – shows up to rescue a feisty princess. Throw in a donkey who won’t shut up, a villain with a SHORT temper, a cookie with an attitude and over a dozen other fairy tale misfits, and you’ve got the kind of mess that calls for a real hero. Luckily, there’s one on hand… and his name is Shrek. Featuring a terrific score of 19 all-new songs, big laughs, great dancing and breathtaking scenery.

For more information, log on to arshtcenter.org or call 305.949.6722.
To form a group, please contact Group Sales at 786-468-2326
For behind the scenes video, contests and more info click here!

or call 305-949-6722 to get your tickets today!

Stiltsville Illuminated Art Event 11/29-30/11

Stiltsville Illuminated Art Event
Tuesday, November 29th, and Wednesday, November 30, from 4:30-10pm
Shake-a-Leg Miami
2620 South Bayshore Drive
Miami, FL 33133.
For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.shakealegmiami.org or call (305) 858-5550.

Shake-a-Leg Miami, Ransom Everglades School and The Stiltsville Trust Present “Stiltsville Illuminated” Introducing Photographer Matt Stock, a unique art event sponsored by Bacardi and the Port of Miami to benefit the children of Shake-a-Leg Miami and The Stiltsville Trust.

Shake-a-Leg Miami, Ransom Everglades School and the Stiltsville Trust in association with Bacardi and the Port of Miami are proud to announce “Stiltsville Illuminated” Introducing Photographer Matt Stock, Painting with Light in the Dark® at Shake-a-Leg Miami and Stiltsville on Biscayne Bay. There are two shows during Art Basel Miami 2011; a private opening night reception on Tuesday, November 29th, 2011 and the second event the following day, Wednesday, November 30, 2011, both from 4:30-10pm. All ticket sales proceeds to benefit the children of Shake-a-Leg Miami and The Stiltsville Trust.

Shake-a-Leg Miami in partnership with Ransom Everglades School and The Stiltsville Trust are proud to present “Stiltsville Illuminated” Introducing Photographer Matt Stock, Painting with Light in the Dark® – a unique art event with two private receptions including catered gallery show in the Historic Coast Guard Hangar at Shake-a-Leg Miami, boat rides to and from Stiltsville, and an illuminated artistic presentation on Biscayne Bay. Sponsored by Bacardi and the Port of Miami, “Stiltsville Illuminated” will benefit the children of Shake-a-Leg Miami and The Stiltsville Trust.

Introducing Photographer Matt Stock, Painting with Light in the Dark® – From an early age, Matt Stock wanted to change the world. He just didn’t know how he would do it. He took the traditional path of attending medical school but saw the world differently. Through the lens of a camera he realized that his passion in life lay in photography and not medicine. He pursued his career in photography by studying at the renowned Miami Ad School on Miami Beach. Matt has always had an interest in bringing untold stories into the limelight; whether it is the under-appreciated history of a forgotten building or the story of those who cannot speak for themselves. Matt actively participates with the Special Olympics as an official photographer to tell inspiring stories of exceptional people and has been recognized through several awards including an Honorable Mention in the prestigious 2010
International Photography Awards. Stiltsville Illuminated represents the amazing product of a true artist, who likens himself to a conductor of an orchestra as he must coordinate and direct long and sometimes life-threatening shots in the water and then spend hours developing the perfect result through what he describes as the applied mathematics and science of photography. Visit http://www.mattstockphoto.com for the complete portfolio of Photographer Matt Stock and his photographic process of Painting with Light in the Dark®.

Additional artists and exhibitors in the historic Coast Guard hangar at Shake-a-Leg Miami include: Carlos Alves and J.C. Carroll, Michele Ariemma, Lynn Fecteau, “The Bridge Project”, Rebecca Kyourac, David Lebo, Joyce Neilsen, Erik Speyer, Ida Tejada, Paula Turk, Clara Varas, and “Emily C. Moises Center”.

Shake-a-Leg Miami http://www.shakealegmiami.org is a not-for-profit institution of Miami that, among many programs for the community, teaches disabled individuals how to sail and helps them gain confidence in life through the experience of navigating the water. Proceeds from ticket sales of Stiltsville Illuminated are going towards the continuation of programs for children at Shake-a-Leg Miami.

Ransom Everglades School http://www.ransomeverglades.org was founded in 1903 in Florida as the Southern half of an interdisciplinary, migratory boarding school for boys. In 1955 the school combined with an elite local girls’ school where the academic focus remained on the importance of experiential learning. Students have always been taught through the value of commitment to the community at Ransom Everglades School, which, with its incredible history remains the oldest waterfront institution in Coconut Grove, Florida. In addition to being very supportive of the arts and community the school has shown avid support for Shake-a-Leg Miami over the years.

The Stiltsville Trust http://www.stiltsvilletrust.org is a non-profit institution (501C3) made up of a group of volunteer caretakers in charge of the protection and preservation of the (only seven remaining) Stiltsville houses. Located one mile south of Key Biscayne and about eight miles East off the coast of downtown Miami, the Stiltsville houses are a stunning set of uniquely designed and colorful structures, on stilts to bare the tides, that were used as get-aways by fishermen and various characters – one was even used as a speakeasy back in the day! Access to Stiltsville is by permit only. Proceeds from ticket sales of Stiltsville Illuminated will help in the preservation and care of the seven remaining Stiltsville houses.

Pearl Restaurant and Champagne Lounge Returns 12/10/11

Pearl Restaurant & Champagne Lounge – The Icon Returns
Pearl Restaurant & Champagne Lounge
One Ocean Drive
Miami Beach, FL

Open Tuesday – Saturday from 6:30 PM until late, closed on Sunday and Monday.
Reservations: (786) 515-1150
www.PearlMiamiBeach.com
www.Twitter.com/Pearl_Lounge
www.facebook.com/PearlRestoLounge

International restaurant and lifestyle entrepreneurs Jack and Lucia Penrod are thrilled to announce the December 10, 2011 re-opening of their iconic Miami Beach venue Pearl Restaurant & Champagne Lounge. Pearl, which originally opened in 1999 and closed in December 2005, was a favorite among A-List celebrities including Jennifer Lopez, Matt Damon, Paris Hilton, Janet Jackson and Sting, to name a few. Pearl returns better than ever at the same address (One Ocean Drive, Miami Beach) and will offer guests a new exquisite menu of world cuisine served with an aesthetic flair by renowned Chef Sylvain Noel complemented by an extensive cocktail, wine and champagne menu. Upon entering Pearl Restaurant & Champagne Lounge, guests will delight in the 8,000 square foot space boasting the familiar yet chic all white décor with orange accents throughout and its famous champagne-only sunken bar in the center.

“Everywhere my wife and I traveled, people were always asking for Pearl. We figured that since everyone else missed it as much as we did, “let’s bring it back!”” said Jack Penrod, Founder of Nikki Beach and Pearl. “Pearl is very special for us. It has everything: delicious food, champagne, great entertainment and music that appeals to all ages and cultures. Our international clientele will love the glamorous return of Pearl” adds Lucia Penrod.

Executive Chef Sylvain Noel creates a feast for both the eyes and the palate with his use of eclectic flavors and sharp attention to detail. The menu will be comprised of an array of delectable dishes from around the world. Examples of menu items, which are organized by region, include: Middle Eastern: Organic Mixed Baby Vegetable Tagine and Crudite Pot with Hummus, Dates and Tangerine Lace; Latin American: Pan Seared Chilean Seabass and Heart of Palm Stuffed with Creamy White Bean and Epazot; American: 12 oz. Charred Ribeye and Frenched Colorado Rack of Lamb; Asian: Miso Black Cod and Beef Rolls deglazed with teriyaki sauce; and European: Atlantic Dover Sole with parsnip and emulsified caper butter. An exciting aspect of Pearl’s menu will be the premium selection of the world’s finest caviar. The champagne menu offers several distinct labels, both by the bottle and by the glass, and an eclectic wine list including the world’s leading varietals, upcoming artesian regions and select boutique brands. In addition to the spacious interior dining room, Pearl will also have a new oceanfront terrace and ceviche bar.

Pearl will combine superior service and quality with the casual vibe and high energy of a neighborhood hotspot. Dramatic white drapes will divide the restaurant from the lounge area and DJ booth during dinner hours. At 11 PM each night, the drapes will open turning the restaurant into a more lounge-like atmosphere where guests can enjoy music and cocktails with friends in a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere.

Living Artist Concert Series Voices through the Oceans 11/18/11

Living Artist Concert Series Voices through the Oceans
Friday, November 18th, 6pm
Deering Estate at Cutler
16701 SW 72 Avenue
Miami, FL 33157

Classical chamber music concerts through April 2012

For music enthusiasts, the Deering Estate Chamber Ensemble presents superb concerts intimately set in the historic Stone House Ballroom. Internationally acclaimed musicians collaborate with world-renowned guest composers, artists, and talented youth performers. Visual art exhibits and interpretative programs enhance each magical evening.

The concert on Friday, November 18th, “Voices Through the Oceans” will feature will feature Guest Composer Juraj Kojs and the Deering Estate Chamber Ensemble.
Enjoy works by Dvorak, Hummel and Jindrich Feld.
Meet the Artist reception at 6:30pm; Concerts begin at 7:15pm

TICKETS: $25 per concert; Student $12 per concert (Grades K-12 with Student I.D.)

Tickets can be purchased online or by calling the Deering Estate Ticket Office at 305-235-1668 x 233.

For more information, or for additional concert dates, please visit the Deering Estate website or call the Deering Estate Ticket Office at 305-235-1668 ext. 233.

PULSE Miami 12/1-4/11

PULSE Miami
December 1 – 4, 2011
The Ice Palace Studios
1400 North Miami Ave
Miami, Florida 33136
www.pulse-art.com

Private Preview VIP Brunch
Thursday, December 1, 10AM – 1PM

General Admission
Thursday, December 1. 1PM – 7PM
Friday, December 2, 11AM – 7PM
Saturday, December 3, 11AM – 7PM
Sunday, December 4, 11AM – 5PM

PULSE Contemporary Art Fair is proud to announce its 2011 Miami edition. Located at the Ice Palace Studios, in Miami’s Wynwood Arts District, the seventh edition of PULSE Miami will house 90 international exhibitors. With larger booths, more spacious aisles, and a new garden lounge, our visitors will enjoy an even larger slate of original programming in an inspiring atmosphere. The diverse roster of new and mainstay exhibitors hailing from thirteen countries present artists of all stripes. Masters, such as Robert Mapplethorpe, are on view at Galerie Stefan Roepke, Cologne as well as Vik Muniz in the booth of San Francisco’s Rena Bransten Gallery; while Tomlinson Kong Contemporary, the gallery recently established by Artware Editions, will feature the noted coffee table designed by Sol LeWitt, alongside works of wooden sculptures that resemble wrought iron, crafted by young American artist Christopher Kurtz. Also of note are a selection of drawings by enigmatic artist Henry Darger in the booth of frst-time exhibitor Andrew Edlin Gallery, New York.

Other highlights include photographs by mid-career South African artist Pieter Hugo on view at Yossi Milo, New York, as well as those of emerging Vietnamese artist Dinh Q. Lê at Shoshana Wayne, Santa Monica. Luis de Jesus Los Angeles will present the abstract works of neurology-trained painter Heather Gwen Martin, which were particularly popular in the recent PULSE New York 2011. Berlin based frst-time exhibitor WAGNER + PARTNER will present the frst American exhibition of notorious artist Natascha Stellmach in the solo-artist IMPULSE section. Stellmach, who made headlines for her 2008 exhibition Set Me Free, in which the artist invited volunteers to share a joint rolled with the ashes of Kurt Cobain, will create an installation of paintings and images based on the ferocious response to the prior work, while inviting visitors to have her tattoo quotes from the reactions on their bodies.

The increased size of the fair has allowed for an unprecedented focus on the signature PULSE Projects program of installations and large-scale sculpture, with this edition providing perhaps its most ambitious offering to date. The sixteen works include a new installation from Jim Campbell entitled Exploded Views, courtesy of Hosfelt Gallery, New York. Related to a recent commission of the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, the installation will transmit analogue signals into throughout a sculptural trellis featuring more than one thousand LED lights to create patterns and images. Culver City based Mark Moore Gallery will present Josh Azzarella’s Untitled #125 (Hickory). Derived through a complex layering and editing process from the scene in The Wizard of Oz in which Dorothy is transported from Kansas, the 150 hour long video is among the longest experimental videos ever created. No less epic is Mac Premo’s The Dumpster Project, courtesy of Pavel Zoubok Gallery, New York, a 30-yard dumpster containing thousands of found objects the artist has assembled and collaged together into a single enormous installation. More subtle is German artist Michael Laube’s 22-11, an installation courtesy of Kuckei + Kuckei, Berlin, in which the artist joins thin sheets of painted plexiglass into multilayered blocks, creating a myriad of potential perspectives and images within a discrete form.

PULSE Play>, the fair’s ongoing video lounge series, will be curated this year by artist Lucie Fontaine. Domesticity II, created with IKEA furniture, and reminiscent of the living room in the intro of The Simpsons, is a continuation of a trilogy of works that begin at the Prague Biennale 5 and will conclude at Marianne Boesky Gallery. On view are works by Ciprian Muresan, Daniella Isamit Morales, and Dor Guez, among many others.

The PULSE Committee will award the PULSE Prize, to an emerging artist of exceptional talent selected from those on view in the solo-artist IMPULSE section. The winner will receive a $2,500 cash grant, and the opportunity to design the limited edition tote bag provided to fair VIPs. For this edition, attendees will receive bags designed by PULSE Miami 2010 prize winner Jorge Díaz-Torres. Prior recipients include Eric Beltz, Chen Chien-Jen, David Ellis, Philip Gurrey, Alexander Massouras, Chris Natrop, OK Mountain, Emilio Chapela Perez, Duke Riley, and Travis Somerville.

PULSE Miami 2011 is brought to you in part by the following sponsors and partners: Friends of the New World Symphony, Heineken, Société Perrier, Travelers, Aesop, Miami Magazine, ligne roset, Elizabeth Stevens & Co., Spuntino Catering, Supergoop, SPACE | Design + Production, Epic Miami, AHOY, STUDIO TOTA, Gm Printing

The Fillmore And Embrace Present Honeymoon featuring Nero with Afrobeta and Caligula 12/30/11

The Fillmore And Embrace Present Honeymoon featuring Nero with Afrobeta and Caligula
Friday December 30, 9pm
The Fillmore Miami Beach

A Monthly Electronic Music Event

Tickets On Sale This Friday At 10am!
General Admission tickets are $23.00 in advance and $25.00 on day of show. They are on sale this Friday October 28 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). There is no service fee charged for tickets purchased at the Fillmore Box Office or at the door on night of show.

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

For more information go to FillmoreMB.com, livenation.com, Supported by our friends at Overthrow, Sweat Records, MiamiFadeCounty, Culture and MiamiDubstep.com, Dubstep Dr.’s, Dubstep101 MiamiFadeCounty.com, WVUM and WRGP.

Ultimate Holiday Girl’s Night Out Miami 12/8/11

Ultimate “Holiday” Girl’s Night Out Miami!
12/8/11, 7PM
Villa 221
221 NE 17th St.
Miami, FL 33132
More Info

Ultimate Holiday Girls Night Out
December 8th, 2010, 7:00pm-10:00pm
Villa221
221 NE 17th Street Miami, FL 33132
www.interviewher.com/events

General Admission: $12 pre-sale, $20 at the door
VIP ticket* $20-pre sale, $30- at the door, includes exclusive VIP Goodie Bag

The Holidays Never Looked So Pretty!

InterviewHer.com invites you to attend an exclusive holiday event for women in-the-know that celebrates beauty, fashion, and success.

Sip free holiday cocktails, score excellent deals up to 70% Off, take home loaded swag bags, get pretty, win holiday giveaways, network, take fun photos, munch on sweets and more! Most importantly, feel good about it! A portion of the proceeds will go to FINCA.org helping the world’s most impoverished women and their families all over the world.

Sign up with InterviewHer.com’s NEW interactive site and be entered in the giveaways to win fabulous prizes at the event!

All tickets include:
-Access to exclusive sales of 40%OFF and up!
-Complimentary “Holiday” cocktails 7-8 p.m.
-Fun photobooth pictures with your girlfriends!
-Up to 85%OFF beauty treatments including: eyebrow threading/shaping, lash extensions, manicures, hair extentions, feather extensions and more!
-Free cupcakes!
-Complimentary hair consults & hair styling: flat iron, blow-outs, curling by: Salon Vaso
-Complimentary eyebrow touchups and chair massages by The Spa @ Equinox

19th Annual 9 Mile Music Festival 3/3/12

19th Annual 9 Mile Music Festival
March 3, 2012, 2 PM to 2 AM
Historic Virginia Key Beach Park
4020 Virginia Beach Drive
Miami, FL 33149 (Key Biscayne)
www.bobmarleymovement.com

An annual all day music festival featuring a wide variety of international foods and an arts & crafts marketplace.

Live performances by:
Stephen Marley
Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley
Julian Marley
Burning Spear
Capleton
Cocoa Tea
Tarrus Riley
Collie Buddz & New Kingston
Kevens and more!

Four canned goods are required as part of the admission and will be donated to those in need throughout South Florida.

John Jansheski’s Gallery Opening and Pre-Show Event 12/3/11

John Jansheski’s Gallery Opening and Pre-Show Event
December 3, 2011, 6-9pm
Star Island- MAPS Studio
255 NW 25th Street
Miami, FL 33127

John will be hosting a gallery and artwork preview party at the Star Island-MAPS Studio on December 3, 2011 from 6-9 p.m.

John Jansheski, an emerging photographic artist based in Miami, Florida, will be hosting a gallery and artwork preview party at the Star Island-MAPS Studio on December 3, 2011 from 6 to 9 p.m.

This Miami-based photographer challenges the notion of conventional art, successfully blending the gaps between fashion, music, conventional art and photography into an artistic hybrid; the likes of which the world has not yet seen.

Mr. Jansheski’s work involves collaborating with some of the world’s most amazing and celebrated artists in the worlds of fashion, music and painting such as Romero Britto, Zilando Freitas, Coldplay and Cintia Dicker. John views all photography as pure art, as he feels there is something truly special in the manifestation of a magnificent idea turned into reality; regardless of the medium. It is this mentality that he conveys to the world through his collaborations that transcend the traditional boundaries of what we have come to know as “works of art.” The conveyance of what is being viewed through the camera in capturing a moment of the human spirit, a beautiful view, or just a face emoting such feeling that the intent is unmistakably and accurately captured for the observer.

With plans to open a new 8,000 sq. ft. studio in the Wynwood Art District of Miami at the end of 2011, John is poised to make a splash in the infamous South Florida art scene next year beginning with his showcase at the 10th edition of Art Basel Miami Beach from December 1st to the 4th, 2011. Being “the most prestigious art show in the Americas,” more than 260 leading galleries from North America, Europe, Latin America, Asia and Africa will take part, showcasing works by more than 2,000 artists of the 20th and 21st centuries.

This exclusive event will round out his latest artwork’s premiere with a more intimate look at the world through the eyes Mr. Jansheski; all coinciding with Miami’s most popular art event.

Words & Wine 11/16/11

Words & Wine
11/16/11, 9p-3a
The Electric Pickle
2826 North Miami Ave.
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Ladies, Gentlemen, honey badgers and the like:
If you have not had the pleasure of witnessing it for yourself, this is a lovely venue that offers local and international talent. It is very cozy, well lit atmosphere where everyone can be themselves.

Very exciting stuff happening! We just celebrated our one year anniversary and let me tell you we could have not been given a better birthday gift then the Award for Best Open Mic in 2011 published by the Miami New Times!

3$ Beers 5$Wine & 5$ Shots

This is just the very beginning, join us for our Open Mic Every Wednesday! 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.

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

The Electric Pickle will be opening up the back patio for us under two conditions. 1) No Jamming Outside, the neighbors have been complaining. We will have intermissions between acts for the jammers to play on stage throughout the night. Take it all out of your system on stage! 2) No Smuggling Of Drinks Please! If anyone is seen with a drink purchased outside of the pickle, you will be asked to leave and not return. Please respect this event and the establishment. Thanks guys! See you Tomorrow

18+ for girls
5$ For anyone under 21 and free for those over 21
Great Drink Specials Full Bar

Please help to continue this event at this venue. Please do not bring your own drinks, they have a full bar inside. Let’s Have a great time responsibly and keep this venue clean and beautiful.
If any questions please call

Nikki Rodriguez at 786|728|4748 or
Lou Roman 305|298|8759.

http://www.electricpicklemiami.com/

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Words-And-Wine-Poetry

Wine and Tapas at Las Olas Wine Bar 11/15/11

Wine & Tapas at Las Olas Wine Bar
11/15/11, 6:00-8:00 pm
Las Olas Wine Cafe
922 E Las Olas Blvd.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
http://lasolaswinecafe.com/

Join Dine Magazine for an evening of great times, great friends and great wine at Las Olas Wine Cafe where you will experience “Old World Hospitality with New World Technology.” This new wine bar/wine shop combo is part of the Weston Dining Group, that also owns East City Grill, DelVechhio’s Pizzeria, That Wine Place, Libation the Love of Wine and UdderSweets. It’s only been open since September, so you will be one of the first to experience this soon-to-be hotspot.

Hidden away in a corridor between 9th and 10th Avenues on Las Olas behind UdderSweets, Las Olas Wine Cafe offers a cozy setting, a large selection of wine from around the world (available by the taste, small sample, glass or bottle) and a delicious menu of culinary creations to pair with the wine — ranging from international cheese plates to tapas and desserts.

Cost is $10 in advance or $15 at the door. This includes 1 glass of wine and a selection of complimentary tapas. Buy now: http://bit.ly/tKq6uv

Paul & Young Ron Tailgate/Food Drive for Feeding South Florida at Dolphins Game 11/20/11

Paul & Young Ron Tailgate/Food Drive for Feeding South Florida at Dolphins Game
Sunday, Nov. 20
9 a.m.-12:45 p.m.: Badia Tailgate hosted by Paul and Young Ron
Donations accepted at each gate
Sun Life Stadium
2269 Dan Marino Blvd.
Miami Gardens, FL 33056
www.feedingsouthflorida.org
www.paulandyoungron.com

The “Paul & Young Ron Mornings™” radio show and its hosts Paul Castronovo and “Young” Ron Brewer are heading to the Miami Dolphins game on Sunday, Nov. 20 at Sun Life Stadium to hold a tailgate and the show’s 21st Annual Holiday Food Drive benefiting Feeding South Florida™ (formerly Daily Bread Food Bank).

Before the game, Paul and Young Ron invite the public to join them at the Badia Tailgate at the stadium’s Gate H from 9a – 1p, along with local celebrity chefs, Chef Ralph Pagano, Joe’s Stone Crabs, and a special visit from The Travel Channel: Adam Richman host of Man vs. Food. The chefswill be serving mouthwatering foods such as pulled pork sandwiches, sliders and more. Tickets for the tailgate, which can be purchased on-site, are $10 each. All proceeds from the Badia Tailgate will benefit Feeding South Florida.

For Paul & Young Ron’s 21st Annual Holiday Food Drive, Feeding South Florida representatives will be collecting non-perishable canned goods and dry products (preferably no glass) and money at each of the stadium’s gates from 11 a.m.-12:45 p.m. Some much-needed items include canned meats and tuna, canned stew and pasta, canned juices, rice and beans (dry or canned), canned fruits and vegetables, macaroni & cheese, and peanut butter and jelly (in plastic containers). Alcohol will not be accepted.

Also, food and money donations are being accepted at the web site www.paulandyoungron.com under “Paul & Young Ron’s Food Drive Events,” or at (877) 6-H-U-N-G-E-R. The fastest way to help is to text the word FEED to 52000. A charge of 5 dollars will appear on your cell phone bill. That will be enough to provide more than 35 pounds of food to those who are facing food insecurity.

Each year, Paul and Young Ron, with considerable help from listeners on its four South Florida radio stations, donates contributed money and more than a million pounds of food to feed hungry people in Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach and Monroe Counties.

Donations will go to Feeding South Florida and its network of over 700 agencies. In South Florida alone, 936,000 individuals are food insecure; 36 percent of those served are children. Feeding South Florida provides approximately 29 million pounds of food annually to over 700 agencies throughout Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach and Monroe Counties. Recently, Feeding South Florida’s agencies are reporting a 39 percent increase in the demand for food services, due to thecurrent economic climate.

“Through their annual food drive, Paul and Young Ron have for many years made a great difference in the lives of South Floridians who are food insecure,” said Judith Gatti, executive director of Feeding South Florida. “The food and funds collected will help many people enjoy holidays filled with much-needed food.”

KCC Productions and the Van Dyke Cafe present Artist of the Month Carlos Diaz 11/17/11

KCC Productions and the Van Dyke Cafe present Artist of the Month Carlos Diaz, formerly of Vocal Sampling
Thursday, November 17, at 9 PM
The Van Dyke
846 Lincoln Road
South Beach
For more information, call 305-534-3600 or visit thevandykecafe.com.

Carlos Diaz Laportilla graduated from the National School of Arts in Havana, Cuba in the Percussion and Choir programs. For over 20 years he has participated in a wide range of musical performances around the globe including Japan, Canada; European countries such as France, Italy, Belgium, Spain, Switzerland and Holland and in the South American countries of Argentina, Colombia, Brazil and others.

From 1989 to 1997 he was heavily involved in the vocal industry and was one of the creators of the Vocal Sampling Group, nominated for a Latin Grammy in 1995. Vocal Sampling is an all-male a cappella musical group from Cuba. They are distinctive for their rich a cappella adaptations of traditional Cuban salsa music, son, and Rumba, vocally imitating the piano, cowbell, conga, bass, and trumpet, used originally in such songs. Since coming to Miami, he founded his own vocal group, the Dlaportilla Sampler Show, in 1997, and has also worked with countless international artists and performers such as Oscar De Leon, Ruben Blades, Quincy Jones, Celia Cruz and others.

New Installation of works from the de la Cruz Collection 11/29/11 – 12/4/11

New Installation of works from the de la Cruz Collection
Tuesday, November 29 through Sunday, December 4, 2011 from 9am to 3pm

Rather than doing a traditional thematic exhibition or creating a dialogue between the individual artists, this year’s overall pattern could be interpreted as a large puzzle that transcends preconceived notions of authorship.

Some of the walls in the space will be installed reminiscent of salon style. At first glance the viewer will be overwhelmed by color and pattern, On closer observation, the pattern dissolves and the individual works reveal themselves becoming more familiar.

The de la Cruz Collection Contemporary Art Space opened in December 2009 in Miami’s Design District. This museum, privately funded by Rosa and Carlos de la Cruz, serves as an extension to their home, where their collection has and continues to be shown by appointment for the past 20 years. Besides exhibiting the collection, this new space has a strong educational programming that includes lectures, artist residencies and student workshops. As an initiative to support the local art scene, Rosa and Carlos de la Cruz established student and artist travel programs as well as scholarships for high school graduates.

Admission and all programs are free of charge year round.

Project Room: Maintain Right, a performative installation by Miami artist collaborative Justin H. Long and Robert Lorie (Funner Projects).

Chica Rica Swimwear Fashion Show 11/17/11

Chica Rica Swimwear Fashion Show
Thursday November 17th, 2011, 6pm
Follow The Sun Boutique
3301 sw 22nd ave suite 107
Miami, FL 33145
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Follow The Sun Boutique will be hosting a Chica Rica Swimwear Fashion Show this Thursday.

Guests will enjoy complimentary drinks, bites, raffles, and special discounts.

Event begins at 6pm. To RSVP send full name to RSVP@YourVitaminC.Com

Follow The Sun Boutique is located in Miracle Marketplace

Wine by the Bay Celebrates Art Basel Miami 2011 12/1-10/11

Wine by the Bay Celebrates Art Basel Miami 2011 A Showcase of Works by Warhol, Rauschenberg, Slonem, and Sultan
December 1 to 10, 2011 between 12:00 and 9:00 p.m.
Wine by the Bay
888 Biscayne Blvd., Suite 112
at Marina Blue
Miami, FL, 33132.

In the spirit of Art Basel Miami 2011, Wine by the Bay will stage some of the store’s best wines with a backdrop of works by renowned American artists Andy Warhol, Robert Rauschenberg, Hunt Slonem, and Donald Sultan.

Recently opened, Wine by the Bay is a fine wine and art boutique hosting an ever-changing art exhibition and regular wine tasting events. The boutique will also serve as a venue for cultural events such as poetry readings and lectures on the visual arts. The wine inventory will satisfy the connoisseur or simply curious (in both price range and selection) with a collection of Burgundies, Bordeaux, Montrachet, and top end Italian and California wines.

Wine by the Bay owner, Stefano Campanini’s merges two of his greatest pleasures: collecting art and wine. Campanini’s career as a gallerist began in New York and since 2004 he has co-owned Etra Fine Art in Miami’s Design District.

Commenting on being a part of a rapidly developing area Campanini remarks, “I love the crowd and the energy of Downtown Miami. An art and wine store across from the Miami Art Museum, the Miami Science Museum, next to the Genting Resorts World Miami, and the Freedom Tower is beyond what I could have ever imagined. Many upscale restaurants and bars have moved their headquarters there because soon it will be the top area in our city. The energy in Downtown is unique – you can’t find this vibe anywhere else in Miami.”

Located on 888 Biscayne Bay at the Marina Blue, Wine by the Bay overlooks the bay directly across from the American Airlines Arena. The 1200 square foot boutique will serve Miami’s downtown area and become a functional part of city’s new cultural identity. For more information on future events, visit www.winebtb.com.

Photo: Wine by the Bay located in Downtown Miami showcases renowned American artists: Andy Warhol, Robert Rauschenberg, Hunt Slonem, and Donald Sultan. Photo is “Red and Blacks” by leading contemporary still life artist, Donald Sultan (83×59”.)

Le Blorr at the Funky Buddha Lounger and Brewery 11/17/11

Thursday, November 17th at 9 PM
Funky Buddha Lounge & Brewery
2621 North Federal Highway
Boca Raton, FL 33431
561.368.4643 | www.thefunkybuddha.com
TICKETS: $5 | 18+

Jacksonville’s Le Blorr (bastard lovechild of rock n’ roll) will be performing live at the Funky Buddha Lounge & Brewery on Thursday, November 17th at 9 PM. Spawned from the sass of divas past and the acid trips of rock n’ roll ghosts, the duo of Chris Hess (cookie sugarhips) and Adam Winn (hot damm) combine booty shakin psychedelic rock n’ roll with a sense of grit and beauty that captures the hearts of their listeners. The dynamic duo, often compared to The Black Keys, are known for raucous guitar licks and thrilling keyboard solos, delivering tunes that shift from noisy and fast paced to dreamy and languid.

For more information visit: www.BlorrMusic.com. Watch Le Blorr at “Seven Sisters” Music Video or “Boy You Need Jesus” Music Video.

Friends of NWS Symphony After Hours 11/19/11

Saturday, November 19, 9pm
Marlin Hotel

Don’t miss the next Friends of NWS event on Saturday, November 19. Start off the evening at the New World Center with “Romeos and Juliets” – a full symphony orchestra concert, featuring works by Bernstein, Prokofiev and Tchaikovsky, all inspired by Shakespeare’s famed “star-crossed lovers”.

Following the performance, we will head down to the chic Marlin Hotel for Symphony After Hours, starting at 9:00pm. The highlight of the event will be a live performance by Tango Conspiracy, an electrifying blend of tango, acid jazz, dub and bossa nova. Producer/ Composer Jimena Fama will be singing these sultry songs and will be joined by her band comprised of guitars, accordion, drums, bass and a DJ.

In addition to a musical show, guests will enjoy delicious cuisine, GREY GOOSE vodka cocktails, VOGA Italia wine and FUZE non-alcoholic drinks.

** Concert tickets at the New World Center are SOLD OUT but there are still a limited number for new VIP Friends members. Friends membership for a year starts as low as $200 and includes more than 8 evenings of live music. After Hours tickets for the Marlin Hotel portion of the night are available for sale for $40 each and include an open bar, light bites and the exciting performance by the Tango Conspiracy. Contact the box office at 305-673-3331.

Heart Beats for East Africa A Benefit Concert 11/18/11

Heart Beats for East Africa – A Benefit Concert
Friday, November 18, 2:00pm – 11:30pm
North Beach Bandshell
Miami Beach, FL
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Buy tickets here
Door $10

—-Bands Lineup—-
Spam Allstars
Dusthead
Carlinga
Universal Citizens
TEZ

—-DJ Lineup—-
AXIOM
PHAXAS
FUMES
AXL
ORDEP Zerep
TOMAZ Hernandez

Live Painting by: Floyd

More info: thehandsomebeatsbrigade.us.org

The Handsome Beats Brigade is an independent non-profit organization whose mission is to provide absolute, transparent and accountable fund raising through music concerts and cultural events, with special focus given to world disaster relief initiatives.

Funds raised will go to support The Prem Rawat Foundation (TPRF) and their programs that aid people suffering from the historic drought in East Africa. TPRF addresses fundamental human needs so that people everywhere can live their lives with dignity, peace and prosperity.

Sweet and Low Tuesdays Strictly RnB 11/15/11

Sweet and Low Tuesdays Strictly RnB
11/15/2011, 10pm
Chow Down Grill SoBe
920 Alton Rd
South Beach, FL 33139
chowdowngrill.com

“I don’t see nothin’ wrong… with a little Bump n Grind” – R. Kelly

The A Team presents:
Sweet & Low Tuesdays
A sexy party with nothing but the best RnB and Soul music…all night long.

*Every Tuesday*
$7 Lychee Bellinis
$2 Sweet Red Bean Dumplings
Kitchen til 4am
Music til 5am
-No Cover-

Finally. A night for sultry, feel-good tunes in a classy environment hits South Beach! That’s right, it’s sexy time at Chow Down, the hot new SoBe grill with delicious cocktails and a full menu providing healthy, fresh Asian cuisine.

DJ A-Train is taking over the bar area, playing strictly RnB jams that we all love, all night long. Miss Angelina is playing hostess, keeping the drinks flowing and dance floor groovin’ til the wee hours. So dress to impress and come get it on with us

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This event is every Tuesday night!

Itzhak Perlman at the Arsht 11/17/11

Perlman and Protégés One Night Only!
Thursday, November 17 @ 8:00 p.m.
The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts
1300 Biscayne Boulevard
Miami, FL 33132
Box office: 305.949.6722
Buy Tickets Online

Itzhak Perlman, the world’s greatest violin virtuoso, returns to the Arsht to host a brilliant showcase of young, virtuosic talent!

Perlman And Protégés will be a thrilling chamber music program performed by the next generation of classical music superstars.

Featuring a stunning program of Schumann, Shostakovich and Mendelssohn performed in the acoustically sound Knight Concert Hall.

Free!
Knight Mastworks Pre-Show Talks
Hosted by Steinway and Sons Miami
7:00 p.m., Peacock Education Center, Knight Concert Hall
A free series of pre-show talks prior to each concert of the Ziff Classical Music Series will begin with a talk hosted by Steinway and Sons Miami. Join us for an intimate conversation about the legendary Itzhak Perlman and the exciting work of The Perlman Music Program, presented just prior to the concert. Aleksandr Bernhard leads a spirited discussion of the master violinist’s legendary work.

Go to arshtcenter.org or call the box office at 305.949.6722 to guarantee your seats!
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For more information about local openings and events, please visit www.miamiartguide.com

A Night of Broadway Stars 12/16/11

A Night of Broadway Stars!
12/16/2011, 6pm-11pm
Broward Center for the Performing Arts
201 SW Fifth Avenue
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312

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Special thanks to our sponsors:
Sansome Foundation
The Batchelor Foundation
Covenant House International

A one-of-a-kind event benefiting Covenant House Florida’s shelter for teens!
6 p.m. • December 16, 2011 • Broward Center for the Performing Arts

$225 ticket price includes lavish dinner stations, cocktails and an elegant silent auction, followed by a spectacular Broadway performance by 7 Broadway Stars that you’ll never forget!

Post-show champagne mingle with the stars!
For more information call 954-568-7914.

Cranberry Jam 11/23/11

Cranberry jam!
11/23/2011, 6pm-11pm
YOLO Plaza
333 East Las Olas Blvd
Fort Lauderdal, FL 33301
www.youngpros.net

The 18th annual Cranberry Jam hosted by the Young Professionals for Covenant House.

Guests will enjoy Two Complimentary Drinks, Delicious Food Samples from the Jam’s Restaurant Competition (6-8pm), Live Music by Audio Heist and special guest DJ, Raffles, Giveaways, and more Thanksgiving fun!

The Cranberry Jam Restaurant Showdown: Featuring food samplings from the best restaurants in Fort Lauderdale! Two Top Culinary Awards will be given out based on The People’s Choice and Celebrity Judges!

Tickets To The Jam
Prepay at www.youngpros.net (available online until 11/23 at noon): $15 Young Pro Members, $20 Guests, $25 New Members (join YP and attend event)
At Event: $20 Young Pro Members, $25 Guests, $30 New Members (join YP and attend event)

Art of Night Exhibition During Art Basel Miami Beach 11/30/11 – 12/4/11

Art of Night Exhibition During Art Basel Miami Beach
Shelborne South Beach Resort
Wednesday, November 30 through Sunday, December 4

“Art of Night” during Art Basel 2011, the first ever photography exhibit of nightlife’s foremost photographer, Seth Browarnik.

The Art of Night exhibit will officially open in tandem with the relaunch of the Shelborne South Beach Resort.

Please save the date for the exhibition and the opening night party on November 30, 2011, which is being produced by Susanne Bartsch, whose outlandish over-the-top parties unite the haute and demi-monde.

Karl Lagerfeld, Yoko Ono, Jay Z, Dennis Hopper, Daphne Guinness and Michael Jackson are just a few of the icons on display in Art of Night. The collection shows a slice of celebrity life that often goes unseen while also portraying the passage of time and the evolution of pop culture. The photos expose moments of debauchery, of excess, of frantic backstage preparation, of pure unadulterated elation, of undeniable adoration. At Art of Night guests can get a glimpse at it all, and walk away with a piece of it. “Art of Night is a look at the world through my eyes over the last decade– it’s a momentary peek behind the velvet rope. All of these photos capture people and places at their best, and they all tell the story of a moment,” says Browarnik. “In its 10th year, Art Basel Miami Beach is a celebration of art, fashion, revelry and glamour – it felt like the right time to finally reflect on some of these moments and celebrate them once again.”

Caleidoscopio Big Night in Wynwood at Alberto Linero Gallery 12/3/11

Big Night in Wynwood
Saturday, December 3, 7:00 to 11:00 p.m.
Alberto Linero Gallery
2294 NW 2nd Avenue
Wynwood
Tel: 305.587.0172
www.albertolinerogallery.com

‘Caleidoscopio,’ contemporary and modern international art comes full circle in Wynwood

After a whirlwind year of renovations and new art direction, principal Alberto Linero has infused his central Wynwood space with fresh international and local talent. ‘Caleidoscopio’ features a wide spectrum of artists and is the visual narrative depicting how – and with who – Alberto Linero Gallery has come full circle. Participating artists include: Santiago Betancur, Breceda, Dario, Dana Milik, Jonathan Suarez Molinares, Orkomo, Romgo and Prieto.

Taste of Peru-Lots of food, fun and culture! By Betty Alvarez

The Peruvian American Chamber of Commerce of Miami Florida presented 2nd Gastronomic Festival “Taste of Peru 2011”, in the Miami Airport Convention Center (MACC).The community was invited to enjoy the exquisite food and to experiment the variety and richness of the Peruvian cuisine. Most impressive was that not only were the restaurant participation in this year’s festival. Not only local South Florida restaurants were there, but also restaurants directly from Peru. One of the main Peruvian dishes, Ceviche was a not to miss dish to try out of the festival. It was so good that one would believe that Peru never left Miami.

Pisco, Peru’s national alcohol was showcased in this two day festival alongside two of Peru’s well known beer, Cristal and Cuzquena. Pisco Sours from many brands were up for grabs for the attendees to taste. Another Peru’s delicacies the Panettone was also sold to the delight of Peru’s. Food portions was not to disappoint. Every station made sure that all guests got a good taste of their local culinary dish.

Peru is not only known for of its culture, nowadays it is known for its attractive gastronomic industry, for its climate variety, for its well known chefs and above all for integrating people who are willing to serve and share their cuisine. Throughout the event there were cooking classes, seminars and demos available to the public where Chefs were able to present their signature creation of their flagship dishes.

The Festival featured over 100 exhibitors with the majority being restaurants and renowned Chefs from Peru and the United states. There was a food and beverage product exhibition, hospitality and tourism services exhibition and consumer products to maximize the exposure to a niche market that served visitors both locally and from Latin America. Last year’s “Taste of Peru 2010” brought together over 3500 visitors during the first 2 days.

Great food, great drinks, and great people make Peru a country that you want to experience. I love Peru! Viva El Peru!

Until Next Year

Photos by Betty Alvarez copyright 2011

Center of Attention Reception 12/2/11

Center of Attention Reception
Friday, December 2, 7:00 to 10:00 p.m.
ArtCenter/South Florida
800 Lincoln Road
Miami Beach
Tel: 305.674.8278
www.artcentersf.org

‘Center of Attention,’ a group show spotlighting local professional emerging and established artists

Among the many imports descending upon Miami during Art Basel, ArtCenter/South Florida – contemporary art incubator since 1984 – puts the focus on local talent. Nearly 40 artists-in-residence will open their studios showcasing new works in the 800, 810 and 924 Lincoln Road buildings, while the ‘Center of Attention’ exhibit in the main gallery spotlights resident artists including: Ramon Bofill, Natasha Duwin, Katerina Friderici, Alex Heria, Adriana Carvalho, Venessa Monokian, Damian Sarno (pictured), Amanda Serrano, Antonia Wright and David Zalben.

Project New Born Gala 11/19/11

Project New Born Gala
Saturday, November 19, 7 p.m
InterContinental
Downtown Miami
Buy Tickets Online

Project: New Born cordially invites you to an elegant evening of Fashion and Entertainment at the Intercontinental Hotel, Presented by Bal Harbour Shops and Featuring A Celebration of the Generations in Recognition of our Founding Families. Project: New Born is dedicated to support and maintain the Schatzi Kassal Project: New Born Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Jackson Memorial Hospital.

Starting at 7 p.m., enjoy cocktails from the open bar, provided by Southern Wine & Spirits, while you browse the over-the-top silent auction, including designer jewelry, travel & getaways, as well as spa & dining packages.

From 8:30 p.m. the Grand Ballroom will be the place to be for this year’s dynamic Bal Harbour Shops Runway Fashion Show, featuring Oscar de la Renta Resort 2012 Collection. Following the fashion show, guests will dine on a three-course gourmet dinner while enjoying the sounds of Music Machine, a live 13-piece band. A multi-chef dessert extravaganza created by South Florida’s most prominent chefs and restaurants will offer an array of sweet indulgences to cap off an extraordinary gala event.

M Ensemble presents August Wilson’s Radio Golf 11/10-27/11

M Ensemble presents August Wilson’s Radio Golf
November 10-27, 2011
Thursday-Saturday – 8pm
Sunday Matinee- 3pm
No performance on Thanksgiving
The Light Box at Goldman Warehouse
404 NW 26 Street
Miami, FL 33127

For tickets call 305.899.2217

By August Wilson
Radio Golf is a fast-paced, dynamic and wonderfully funny work about the world today and the dreams we have for the future. Set in Pittsburgh in the late 1990’s, it’s the story of a successful entrepreneur who aspires to become the city’s first black mayor. But when the past begins to catch up with him, secrets get revealed that could be his undoing. This Pittsburgh mayoral candidate struggles to find the balance between ambition and honor of those before him when he decided to redevelop a historic African American neighborhood.

The most contemporary of all of August Wilson’s work, Radio Golf is the final play in his unprecedented 10-play cycle chronicling African-American life in the 20th century. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to experience his final play!

Radio Golf is directed by John Pryor and features a cast of Don Seward, William Barnes, Carey Hart, Keith Wade and Andre L. Gainey.

Wine Walk and Shop in Coral Gables 11/17/11

Thursday, November 17, 2011
Miracle Mile
Starts at Wolfe’s Wine Shoppe
Coral Gables, FL

Deadline to purchase tickets is Tuesday, November 15, 2011. Buy Tickets Here. No one under 21 will be admitted. Please drink responsibly.

Now a seasonal event by popular demand, Wine Walk & Shop on the Mile is returning on Thursday, November 17, 2011 to bring an enjoyable evening sampling fine wines, while strolling Miracle Mile’s tree-lined shops and restaurants. Wine lovers will enjoy the perfect wine selection for autumn, served with light bites and special pricing on merchandise at selected shops. The event kicks off at Wolfe’s Wine Shoppe, where each guest will receive a wine-tasting glass and an event program with a detailed overview of participating shops. The last stop is at Fleming’s, where Wine Walk & Shop guests can unwind and enjoy dinner at a special discounted rate.

The first 100 guests to purchase tickets will receive exclusive gift bags with giveaways from renowned Coral Gables vendors and restaurants. Two hours’ worth of complimentary parking will be offered to all guests at either of two garages: Miracle Theatre Garage behind the theatre or Museum Garage behind John Martin’s Irish Pub & Hillstone Restaurant. Featured wines will be available for purchase at a special 25-30 percent discount at Wolfe’s Wine Shoppe to all Wine Walk & Shop guests following the event. Guests will need their entrance ticket to purchase the wines at the discounted price.

Bloomingdale’s Celebrates Art Basel 12/1-4/11

In celebration of Art Basel Miami, Bloomingdale’s is proud to announce its partnership with Art Curator Luky Cancio of Cancio Contemporary featuring special exhibits in both our Aventura and Miami at The Falls stores. Starting this week, unique art from ten talented artists have been installed in the Aventura and Miami Furniture Departments, as well as Aventura’s 59th & Lex Cafe.

The exhibits will last through the month as well as during Art Basel Dec. 1-4. More information on the artists can be found here.

Orange Drive Miami Beach Music Festival 12/30/11 – 1/1/12

Orange Drive Miami Beach Music Festival
December 30th through January 1st
Between 7th and 9th Street on Ocean Drive
Miami Beach, FL

Leading up to the Discover Orange Bowl game, this South Beach music festival brings together an array of top music performers

Union Square Agency and the Orange Bowl Committee, announce the 2nd annual Orange Drive Miami Beach Music Festival. The festival will consist of a three-day event on the sands of Ocean Drive, bringing together a series of music artists, sponsored activations, a village opened to the public and Orange Bowl related festivities.

Taking place between 7th and 9th Street on Ocean Drive; the New Year’s Eve Weekend Festival will kick off December 30th and extend through January 1st welcoming over 100,000 visitors. A lavish and state of the art amphitheater will be constructed and placed on the sand which can hold up to 30,000 party goers each night. Orange Drive offers locals and tourists a unique opportunity to be a part of the largest New Year’s Eve beach festival in the world.

With internationally recognized music performers and DJ’s spinning nightly, Orange Drive 2011-2012 is pleased to announce a partial line up for this three-day event which includes; Pete Wentz, Ne-Yo, Jermaine Dupri, Boys II Men, Cee Lo Green, DJ Samantha Ronson and Miami’s very own DJ Irie. More exciting talent announcements to come. Tickets for Orange Drive are on sale and available via Ticketmaster nationwide.

“This year’s lineup will consist of A-list music artists from different genres. Orange Drive Miami Beach Music Festival will return to South Beach this winter bigger and better than ever,” said Gary Cioffi, CEO of Union Square Agency. “Visitors can purchase a three day pass to this one of a kind New Year’s beach festival. More artists will be announced between now and December 11th.”

For more information Orange Drive Miami Beach Music Festival or for updates please visit www.orangedr.com. Become a fan on Facebook at Orange Drive or follow us on Twitter @OrangeDriveFest for the latest information.

Coral Gables Museum Presents Winter Break Camp 12/19-23/11

Coral Gables Museum Presents Winter Break Camp
December 19 through 23, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m

The Coral Gables Museum invites children ages 5 to 12 to Winter Camp. The Museum promises to entertain children during school break and allow parents ample holiday shopping time. The Museum will present holiday arts and crafts activities along with one major group project: to design and create the Coral Gables Museum’s float and costumes for the 63rd annual Junior Orange Bowl Parade. Campers and their families will be invited to dress up and join the Museum’s unit on the day of the parade, Monday, January 2nd at 3 p.m.

The Junior Orange Bowl Parade is the signature event of the Junior Orange Bowl International Youth Festival. Hundreds of children and young people take to the streets of downtown Coral Gables in this celebration of active youth and community. This also marks the first year that the Coral Gables Museum will participate in this 63-year tradition.

“The Coral Gables Museum is delighted to present new creative programs for children and youth in the City. We are also excited to participate in the celebrated, long-standing tradition of the Junior Orange Bowl Parade,” says Director of Programs, Caroline Parker Santiago.

Tuition for Winter Camp is $150 for family members and $175 for nonmembers. Partial scholarships are available for families who can demonstrate financial need. To register for “Winter Break Camp: Join the Parade,” visit www.CoralGablesMuseum.org or call 305-603-8067.

Meet the Artist at Claridge Hotel Miami Beach 11/17/11

Claridge Hotel Miami Beach
Thursday, November 17 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Claridge Hotel
3500 Collins Ave
Miami Beach, FL 33140
786-342-7105

(Complimentary Public Parking Across From Hotel After 6pm)

The Claridge Hotel is bringing you an Art Exhibit featuring Claudia Carias. Come meet the artist and enjoy learning what has inspired her.
Enjoy the art, music, cocktails and bites.

RSVP by November 14 at 786-342-7105.

Happy Hour Priced-Cash Bar and Complimentary Hors d’oeuvres.

Primary Projects Here Lies Georges Wildenstein Exhibit during Art Basel Week 11/28/11 – 12/4/11

Primary Projects Here Lies Georges Wildenstein Exhibit during Art Basel Week
Monday, November 28 to Sunday, December 4 from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Primary Projects
4141 NE 2nd Ave, Suite 104
Design District, Miami
www.primaryprojectspace.com and www.primaryflight.com.

Primary Projects presents: Here Lies Georges Wildenstein a new exhibit debuting during Art Basel Miami Beach 2011
Wednesday, November 30 | Noon to 5:00 p.m. | Private Collectors Preview
Thursday, December 1 | 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. | Opening Reception
Daily, December 1 – 4 | 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. | the Daystarter. Complimentary coffee and pastries

An ambitious collection of works from fifteen artists builds to a fever pitch with Here Lies Georges Wildenstein at Primary Projects. Touching on the senses of repulsion and fascination felt within the highest circles of the art world, new works from artists who bridge a solidly established academic practice with a sexy, devil-may-care attitude are unveiled exclusively during Art Basel Miami Beach 2011. The title echoes the dubious, often scandalous, activities of the 20th century’s most influential family of dealers and researchers whose influence was so entrenched into the visual arts consciousness, that even allegations as being Nazi collaborators could not quell the media’s fascination with their limitless professional and personal clout.

Prompting a range of piercing questions, do artists allow their works to be swept up in the mass of collectors, curators, museum trustees (those who wield considerable socio-political powers over them) or do they throw a defiant, metaphoric spit in the face as their work critiques the ‘establishment’ they love and loathe? There’s no clean description of the works or artists, themselves. This is quite literal with Miru Kim’s performance piece of ‘The Pig That Therefore I Am’, as she comes into intimate, often dangerous, contact with a caged throng of live pigs. A self-professed hygiene freak, the performance emerges as a catalyst and nightmare for the 30 year-old photographer, lauded and decried for photographs placing her naked body set against forgotten industrial and urban landscapes.

The institutional stature of Ancient calligraphy and the clandestine nature of ‘cholo’ graffiti are meshed together by Retna, swathing available surfaces with his cryptic text. A dedicated approach to poetry binds elegant visual content with potent urban rhythms, drawing viewers from the social gutters all the way to the cosmos.

Installation artist Marc Bijl’s black pyramid raises and violates the public monument as a single gesture; the sanctity of a structure intended for intellectual praise and reflection is defaced with mark-making vandalism revealing its own dark truth. Further, Shelter Serra’s pure white resin casts of wilted roses, a noose and an Hermès Birkin bag are veritable ‘death masks’ of common objects carrying associations of privilege, excess and emptiness.

Regardless of the artist’s intentions, a highly cultivated audience is addressed, forced to confront a bold visual representation of greed, luxury, deceit, politics and entitlement that accompanies the ‘old money’ social strata comparable to that of Wildenstein, Rockefeller and Getty. The honesty of the works and their creators ultimately end up on the walls and collections of those who pointedly lack the artist’s creative powers. The aesthetic context is a broad chronology of power plays and behind closed-door contemporary art commerce. Deploying the concealed dynamics driving the most influential, seemingly unbreakable personalities in the art world towards their loftiest ambitions, the exhibition embodies the brash processes of manipulation that historic dealers, curators and artists, themselves, have engaged with for over three centuries. In this space, intelligent design and sheer creative force will come together with disturbing, intriguing and shocking results.

Here Lies Georges Wildenstein features new works from: Marc Bijl, Retna, Michael Vasquez, Miru Kim, Cleon Peterson, George Sánchez-Calderón, Manny Prieres, Andrew Nigon, Scott Shannon, Christina Pettersson, Shelter Serra, How & Nosm, Kenton Parker, Cole Sternberg, Jel Martinez and Edouard Nardon.

Primary Projects is a multidisciplinary space, positioned at the heart of Miami’s Design District, which aims to explore and promote multiple forms of aesthetic expression from established and emerging artists, alike. Utilizing extensive, and wholly specific, experience in producing street-level curatorial endeavors in Miami, the creative forces behind Primary Projects unites the commercial and critical efforts of artists, critics, curators, professionals and patrons; the result is the vital presence of an intelligent, alternative arts environment with an bold urban sensibility delivered through a diverse range of media. Here Lies Georges Wildenstein is curated by BooksIIII Bischof, TYPOE and Chris Oh.

Powered by artistic collective Primary Flight, Primary Projects is a multidisciplinary 4,000-square-foot space, exploring and promoting multiple forms of aesthetic expression from established and emerging artists. Utilizing their extensive experience in producing street-level curatorial endeavors in Miami, the creative forces behind Primary Projects (BooksIIII Bischof, TYOPE and Chris Oh) unite the commercial and critical efforts of artists, critics, curators, professionals and patrons resulting in a vital presence of an intelligent alternative arts environment with a bold, urban sensibility delivered through a diverse range of media. Since 2007, Primary Flight has brought together more than 150 of the world’s most influential artists to install their bodies of work live in the streets of Wynwood, the Design District and greater Miami-Dade. Serving the Miami contemporary art community as an incubator, the collective delivers a distinctive brand of outdoor and gallery-based works harboring the defiant spirit of counter-culture presented to the public through a sophisticated cultural outlet.

Photographs of The Fourth Annual Downtown Miami Riverwalk Festival and Boat Parade on 11/12/11

The Fourth Annual Downtown Miami Riverwalk Festival and Boat Parade on Saturday, November 12, 2011.

“This special multicultural event allows our local residents and visitors to explore and interact among the local arts and culture vendors, while also showcasing the unique surroundings at the mouth of the Miami River. This event will celebrate the revival and renaissance of Downtown Miami. “

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12 Nights of Electronic Music and Art IV Bassoon and the band 11/19/11

12 Nights of Electronic Music and Art IV: Bassoon and the band
Featuring Peter Lane and P-D-M-D
November 19, 2011 at 9PM
GAB Studio
105 Northwest 23rd Street
Wynwood Art District
Miami FL, 33127

info@12nights.org
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This concert will introduce Pater Lane, a Boston-based bassoonist and composer and the Miami own PDMD electronic music band.

Le Cercle Français and Pi Delta Phi present Voyageurs 11/16/11

Le Cercle Français and Pi Delta Phi present Voyageurs
November 16, 12 to 2 pm
FIU Frost Art Museum

I am pleased to extend an invitation to the exhibit: Voyageurs, that will take place on November 16th 2011 in the atrium at the Frost Museum in FIU from 12 to 2 pm. In this exhibit you will have a chance to admire my oil paintings and the photographs by artist Andrea Lahoz.

The theme of the exhibit is: Travelers. The idea is to present through our paintings and photographs different parts of the world that Andrea and I have visited. This event is free to all FIU students, alumni, faculty and staff. Please keep in mind that this event will only be taking place for those 2 hours.

This event is made possible thanks to the generous support and the contribution of the French Club and the French Honor Society at FIU.

In 2009, Jorge Fernandez prepared a backpack full of dreams and desires for adventure and embarked in a transatlantic cruise from the Dominican Republic to London. From there he traveled all around Europe to some of the most fascinating destinations in the old continent. Jorge has a passion for the world and has based his travel philosophy on the motto: Don’t be a tourist, be a traveler.”

In the fall of 2010, Andrea Lahoz circumnavigated the globe on a four-month-long academic voyage. During her Semester at Sea travels, she had the chance to explore 12 different countries including Ghana, India, Vietnam, and Japan. Through her camera lens, she reveals some of the world’s most marvelous cultures.

Ship Of Tolerance Art Exhibit At Children’s Museum 11/30/11 – 12/4/11

Ship Of Tolerance Art Exhibit At Children’s Museum
November 30-December 4, 2011
Miami Children’s Museum
980 MacArthur Causeway
Watson Island, Miami

Wolfgang Roth & Partners, Fine Art announces
Miami Children’s Museum (MCM) as Primary Educational Partner
for the Kabakovs’ Miami Ship of Tolerance project, 2011.

The Miami Children’s Museum has come aboard the Ship of Tolerance Project, by Ilya and Emilia Kabakov, providing coordination of all participating children, a forum for discussion about the universal theme of Tolerance and production assistance for all of the children’s artwork to be used on the project.

Currently in its fifth edition since 2005, the Ship of Tolerance was previously produced in Siwa, Egypt; Venice, Italy; St. Moritz, Switzerland and Sharjah, UAE. The Miami edition will be the first time that the project is realized in North America.

A non-profit children’s project, the Ship of Tolerance is the brainchild of artists Ilya and Emilia Kabakov who are Russian-born, American-based artists. The project gives a platform to local children between the ages of 6 and 13, to explore the universal theme of Tolerance.

Miami Children’s Museum, 980 MacArthur Causeway on Watson Island in Miami, will serve as the prime location for children to learn about the project and design and create their contributions. The Museum has long been a clearing house to explore issues of cultural diversity, racism, and understanding and has even designed one of their permanent exhibits as a constant example of learning acceptance.

MCM’s Teddy Bear and Me Exhibit uses the universal theme of teddy bears to show how the clothing and culture may be different, but underneath they are still all teddy bears. It deals with objectives in teaching ways in which all people are alike and different; how we relate to one another; and other issues of prejudice, words that hurt, showing respect and positive examples of how to resolve a conflict situation.

At MCM, after discussing this Ship of Tolerance theme as a group, individual children have been painting their own interpretation of Tolerance onto a large piece of canvas of uniform size. Approximately 150 of these canvas paintings are to be later hoisted onto the mast of an approximately 60 ft ship, which will be constructed on site at the Art Miami 2011 art fair. The entire exhibition will be available for public viewing during Art Miami, 2011 from November 30-December 4, 2011. The remaining paintings will be on exhibit in venues throughout the city during the first week of December.

Upon the completion of Art Miami 2011, the Ship of Tolerance is expected to move to the Miami Children’s Museum where it will be on exhibit until the end of January, 2012.

The Miami Children’s Museum welcomes the participation of local children in this unique and highly visible children’s art project. Please contact Victor Vincent at the Miami Children’s Museum, (305)373-5437 (KIDS) ext. 103 or go to the website: www.miamichildrensmuseum.org, for more information or to inquire about participation.

For more information on the Kabakovs or the Ship of Tolerance project, please contact Murdock MacKenzie at Wolfgang Roth & Partners, Fine Art.

Third Annual Black Friday Balloon Drop At Southland Mall 11/25/11

Third Annual Black Friday Balloon Drop
Friday, November 25, 2011 at 8am
Southland Mall
U.S. 1 and SW 205th Street off the Florida Turnpike
www.mysouthlandmall.com or call (305) 235-8880.

Southland Mall presents its third annual “Black Friday Balloon Drop” on Friday, November 25, 2011 at 8am. The day after the Thanksgiving holiday, is traditionally known as ‘Black Friday’. On that day, hundreds of balloons filled with store coupon offers, movie passes and mall gift cards will descend from the rafters in three separate locations inside the mall: the Sears Wing, Center Court, and Macy’s Wing. This year, the event will be sponsored by new radio partner ESPN Deportes; they will be broadcasting their morning shows live from the mall from 6am-12pm! Come meet radio personalities Joe Pujala, Ernesto Amador, Jorge Ebro, Veronica Paysse, and Jose del Valle! Enjoy interactive games for the kids, prize giveaways and more!

“Southland is excited to present its third annual Black Friday Balloon Drop,” said Maggie Anzardo, marketing director at Southland Mall. “The Balloon Drop has become a tradition at the center and is held yearly on Black Friday, as a way of rewarding our shoppers during the holidays.” And don’t forget to visit Santa! Families are invited to bring their children to take photos with Santa from November 18th through December 24th in the Sears Wing at Southland Mall.

Solo Exhibition of Rodrigo Echeverri at Ideobox Artspace 11/29/11 – 12/4/11

Solo Exhibition of Rodrigo Echeverri
Ideobox Artspace
2417 North Miami Avenue
Miami, FL 33127

Show will run until February 20, 2012

During the week of Art Basel Miami Beach 2011, Ideobox Artspace, an experimental art space in Miami’s Wynwood Arts District, will present internationally renowned Colombian artist Rodrigo Echeverri in his first solo exhibition in the United States.

On Tuesday, November 29, Ideobox Artspace’s Co-Founders & Directors, Tanya Brillembourg Capriles and Herman Leyba will host an exclusive, enchanting evening for their collectors, VIPs, and special guests to preview Echeverri’s latest collection alongside the recently published catalogue of his life and work titled Astilla en el Ojo (Splinter in the Eye).

Echeverri’s artwork is constructed with various types of mediums from acrylic/oil paints to wood dye on canvas, medium density fiberboard, and wood. With these materials, he creates the illusion of celestial bodies of boxes colliding and floating into larger entities, referring to an idea of chaos linked to moments of crisis and destruction. It is a gesture that paradoxically has been compiled from geometric order. His approach evokes different perspectives of suspended boxes depending on the angle from which they are viewed. His work eliminates the boundary between painting and sculpting as it unilaterally displays two-dimensional and three-dimensional points of view. Echeverri’s interest in texture and form begins with a cube shape that is ordinary, yet he uses colors such as red to create depth and illusion.

The exhibition will continue to be on display throughout the week and during the open-to-the-public event that Ideobox Artspace is hosting along with ZYR Vodka for Pop-Up Piano Miami on Saturday, December 3 from 8:30PM – 11:30PM, where there will be surprise guest performances. Pop-Up Piano Miami is a public arts project where ten pianos customized by different artists will be strategically placed throughout Miami. Additionally, Echeverri was carefully selected by a host committee to participate in the project by designing one of the pianos.

Lastly, Ideobox Artspace will also be hosting an Art Basel recovery party the following Saturday, December 10th during Wynwood’s Second Saturday Art Walk. All ten pianos will be on display and guests will have the opportunity to view Echeverri’s solo exhibition.

Photographs of The Stage One Year Anniversary on 11/11/11

The StageFirst Year Anniversary on Friday, November 11, 2011.  What a wonderful way to celebrate The Stage’s One Year Anniversary with performances by: Phillip Roebuck, Tristan Clopet, ArtOffical, Cody ChesnuTT, The Stooges (NOLA), DJ Drop.

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Filming the First Episode For Bibiandfriends.TV 11/16/11

Filming the First Episode For Bibiandfriends.TV
Nov 16, 7-10PM
Mamushka Gallery
31 NW 36th Street

Filming Premiere Episode of BibiandFriends.TV

We will be filming the first episode for BibiandFriends.TV
Where “Comic Book Meets Reality”. Please come camera ready
and you will have to sign a release!

The episode is the Tribute To Gianni Versace Live Art Event. We are filming the public autographing the canvas!

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First Annual Gala of Hope Benefitting Families of Spinal Muscular Atrophy 11/17/11

Thursday, November 17th, 7PM – 10PM
Gryphon Club
Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
1 Seminole Way
Davie, FL 33314

$100 per person or $150 for VIP access
www.fsma.org/GalaOfHope
Jennifer Miller-Smith 954.444.5937
Fiorenna Israel 954.696.6001

First Annual Gala of Hope Benefitting Families of Spinal Muscular Atrophy
On Thursday, November 17th, the Families of Spinal Muscular Atrophy present the first annual Gala of Hope to help find a cure for SMA. Hosted by NFL Super Bowl Champion Leonard Marshall, the fundraising event will be held at the Gryphon Club in the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino with endless entertainment from 7PM – 10PM. The Gala of Hope will feature a top-shelf open bar and an array of hors d’oeuvres by The Capital Grill, PF Chang’s, Sicilian Oven, The Flaming Greek and Hey Cupcake. Guests can participate in a silent auction and enter a raffle for a chance to win a $10,000 shopping spree to J.R. Dunn Jewelers. Entertainment will be provided by Gaby Villanueva, Cirque du Soleil-style acts, exotic cars showcased by Ferrari-Maserati of Fort Lauderdale and motorcycles from Bruce Rossmeyer’s Harley Davidson, live music by Rock With U Entertainment and much more. Come out and support the Families of Spinal Muscular Atrophy to help raise funds for critical research projects and enjoy a fun-filled night!

About Families of Spinal Muscular Atrophy: Families of SMA is a non-profit 501(c)3 tax exempt organization with 30 Chapters throughout the United States and over 85,000 members and supporters. Families of SMA funds and directs the leading SMA research programs. The successful results and progress from basic research to drug discovery programs to clinical trials provide real hope for families and patients. Families of Spinal Muscular Atrophy is dedicated to creating a treatment and cure by: Funding and advancing a comprehensive research program; Supporting SMA families through networking, information and services; Improving care for all SMA patients; Educating health professionals and the public about SMA; Enlisting government support for SMA; Embracing all touched by SMA in a caring community. FSMA’s vision is a world where Spinal Muscular Atrophy is treatable and curable. For more information, please visit www.curesma.org.