Photographs of Miami Art Museum Contemporaries Social With 10×10 Miami on 5/21/11
Miami Art Museum Contemporaries Social With 10×10 Miami on Saturday, May 21, 2011.
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Photographs of Big Night in Little Haiti on 5/20/11
Big Night in Little Haiti at the Little Haiti Cultural Center on Friday, May 20, 2011.  This event happens every third Friday, the music and energy was so much fun.
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YPBH Get Ready For Summer Happy Hour 6/10/11
YPBH Get Ready For Summer Happy Hour June 10th
Please join us for our last event of the season!
4th Annual Taste Of The Gables 6/2/11
4th Annual Taste Of The Gables
Thursday, June 2nd, 6-8 pm
The Westin Colonnade
180 Aragon Avenue
Coral Gables, FL
Taste of the Gables sponosored by the Coral Gables Business Improvement District
Taste samplings from Coral Gables Restaurant Week participants and vote for your favorite dish! 21 and over.
General Admission: $25 in advance/ $35 day of event
VIP Admission: $100 in advance
Buy Tickets Online.
Proceeds will benefit the United Way of Miami-Dade
On Thursday, June 2, from 6 – 8 p.m., foodies will have the chance to cast their vote for the “Best Taste of the Gables†award after sampling various “tastes†from over 20 restaurants participating in Coral Gables Restaurant Week presented by Bacardi U.S.A., Inc.
Taste of the Gables will be held in the historic Rotunda of the Westin Colonnade Hotel. Advance tickets are $25 and can be purchased online at coralgablesrestaurantweek.com. VIP tickets to the all-new 1862 Bacardi Lounge are available at $100 per person and will be limited to the first 100 patrons. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to United Way of Miami-Dade.
Now in its fourth year, Coral Gables Restaurant Week will preview on June 2 following Taste of the Gables and will officially launch on June 6 and run through June 19.
During these two weeks, participating restaurants will offer special three-course lunch and dinner menus at savings of at least 20 percent. Guests (21 years and older) will also have the chance to try the Original BACARDI® Mojito Cocktail or a glass MARTINI® Prosecco wine, the official cocktails of Coral Gables Restaurant Week, at participating restaurants with full bars.
Coral Gables Restaurant Week serves to celebrate the international chefs and venues in Downtown Coral Gables. The two-week culinary event brings together restaurants including Anacapri on Ponce, Angelique Euro Cafe, Coral Gables Ale House, Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar, Fritz & Franz Bierhaus, Gables Diner, Graziano’s Restaurant, Il Grissino, John Martin’s Irish Pub & Restaurant, La Cofradia, Morton’s The Steakhouse, Norman’s 180, Pardo’s Peruvian Cuisine, Por Fin Restaurant & Lounge, Randazzo’s Little Italy, Red Koi Thai & Sushi Lounge, Season 52, Sushi Maki, Talavera Cocina Mexicana and Tarpon Bend Raw Bar & Grill.
Celebrate Father’s Day at CIFO 6/18/11
Saturday, June 18, 1pm @ CIFO Art Space
CIFO Art Space
1018 North Miami Avenue
Miami, FL 33136
Admission is $5 per child
Free for CIFO Members
Purchase your tickets online here
RSVP to rsvp@cifo.org
Space is limited
All kids must be accompanied by an adult.
Cost includes full entertainment, professional instruction, all materials, take home projects, and a snack! For kids ages 5-10
Remember, the Family Cultural Spot Programs are FREE for our Members. To learn more about Membership click here. To become a Member follow this link.
About the Instructor
Annie Blazejack has worked as an educator both at the Providence Children’s Museum and at the Deering Estate’s arts and nature summer camp. As a painter and performance artist, she collaborates with other Flagler Arts Space artists to create interactive exhibits and community events in Downtown Miami. She also works as a paintings conservator with Rustin Levenson Conservation Studio. Annie graduated from New World School of the Arts high school, earned her BFA with honors from Brown University, and is a candidate for the MFA program at the School of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston this fall.
Photographs of the Annual Art Of Found Objects Celebration Hosted By The Education Fund on 5/20/11
Annual Art Of Found Objects Celebration Hosted By The Education Fund at The Moore Building on Friday, May 20, 2011. Â What an amazing event!!!!
The charity auction combines the power of a child’s imagination with the ultimate recycling program. This year the auction will feature unique pieces of art created by Miami-Dade elementary, middle and high-school students and teachers representing close to 50 schools, many in low income neighborhoods. The original works were all crafted from supplies “found†at The Education Fund’s Ocean Bank Center for Educational Materials. The Center is stocked with donated supplies, where more than 15,000 teachers and their students have shopped free of charge for classroom supplies since 1993.
The culinary arts was also under the spotlight, featuring a food prepared by student chefs from Robert Morgan Senior High School’s award-winning culinary arts magnet program. The food was donated from Whole Foods, these students created signature dishes using the recipes provided by chefs Michael Schwartz of Michael’s Genuine Food and Drink, Michelle Bernstein of Michy’s, and Cindy Hutson of Ortinique on the Mile.
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Keith Hennessy Zero Performance 6/11/11
Saturday, June 11 at 8:00 pm
Colony Theatre
1040 Lincoln Road
Miami Beach
Tickets are $20 and $15 for students/seniors and may be purchased at fundarte.us or ticketmaster.com or by calling (800) 745-3000 or in-person at the Colony Theatre box office (305) 674-1040. For additional information about the event or the festival, visit outinthetropics.com or call (305) 910-7898.
CROTCH (all the Joseph Beuys references in the world cannot heal the pain, confusion, regret, cruelty, betrayal or trauma…)
Keith Hennessy’s Bessie-awarding winning piece was presented to critical acclaim at New York’s Dance Theatre Workshop in 2009. CROTCH references the images and actions of legendary conceptual artist Joseph Beuys. On the surface, the work is about art—its histories and heroes. On a deeper level, a sadness grows within a queer divorce melancholy. Hennessy was a pioneer in the queer performance scene in San Francisco during the 1980s and 1990s. He has been featured in several books and documentaries, including David Gere’s “How To Make Dances in an Epidemic,†Richard Mohr’s “Gay Ideas,†and Dancers in Exile.
Bitch In Concert 6/10/11
Bitch: In Concert
Friday, June 10 at 8:00 pm
Colony Theatre
1040 Lincoln Road
Miami Beach
Tickets are $20 and $15 for students/seniors and may be purchased at fundarte.us or ticketmaster.com or by calling (800) 745-3000 or in-person at the Colony Theatre box office (305) 674-1040. For additional information about the event or the festival, visit outinthetropics.com or call (305) 910-7898.
New York-based singer songwriter Bitch takes the stage at the Colony Theatre. According to The Village Voice, “Bitch’s mouthy wordplay and virtuous electric violin playing are ferociously hot.†Bitch, who appeared in John Cameron Mitchell’s 2006 film Shortbus and toured and recorded with Ani DiFranco, has been described as “a music box all of her own.†Bitch’s latest record, Blasted! (2010), continues to push the envelope with her wild-spirited avant-garde “theatrical punk†sound and has produced her most listenable and enjoyable album to date.
Play Reading At Gablestage 5/23/11
Monday, May 23rd at 7:30pm
GableStage at the Biltmore
1200 Anastasia Avenue
Coral Gables
Admission: Free
Presents a Reading of
What Are You Wearing?
A play by Alice Jay
with
Barbara Bradshaw, Avi Hoffman, Julie Kleiner, David Sirois and Laura Turnbull
Directed by Avi Hoffman
A play about sex set in Los Angeles in the new century before the crash. A collision of the famous: an interior designer, her film producer husband, their 20-year-old twins, and her sex therapist mother. The characters are on all amps in the boundary-less culture of distraction, disregard & deception.
GableStage is located in the eastern section of the Biltmore Hotel. Valet parking is available. Free parking is available in the Biltmore parking area west of the hotel.
Design House Launch to Benefit the Coral Gables Museum 5/26/11
Designhouse: Female-Owned Boutique Web, Print, And Brand Design Agency Opens In Coral Gables With A Boom
Thursday May 26, 6:30PM-9:30PM
Novecento
121 Alhambra Plaza #100
Coral Gables
Benefit (via voluntary donations and raffle) The Coral Gables Museum. For more information: Designhouse: www.designhousegroup.com |Novecento: www.novecento.com |Coral Gables Museum: www.CoralGablesMuseum.org.
Gretel Vi�as and Liz Rodriguez possess two different backgrounds and two sets of career paths. Yet, this duo has combined their talents and individual skill sets to create a dynamic and unique brand: Designhouse. Coral Gables will officially welcome Designhouse, a boutique web, print, and brand design agency to the �City Beautiful� and the business community overall on Thursday, May 26, 2011. The by invitation event will take place at Novecento located at 121 Alhambra Plaza #100 Coral Gables from 6:30pm-9:30pm with a presentation by Coral Gables Chamber president Mark A. Trowbridge, John O�Rourke III, chairman and Coral Gables Mayor Jim Cason.
Novecento Coral Gables will be the location for this fabulous event taking place next week. Guests can expect to enjoy delicious Novecento hors de oeuvres, Chambord Vodka and Barcelo cocktails, lounge music by DJ Mayner who will create a relaxed vibe while guests network, engage and interact. For those interested in an outdoor smoke, Extravaganza Cigars will be rolling fresh cigars on the terrace. This popular eatery is a perfect location for this to-do as Designhouse is also located in the lovely Alhambra Plaza.
As described by the founders, Designhouse is a �boutique web, print, and brand design agency�. When asked about their new venture, they both smiled and responded: �If you can dream it� we can create it.� Websites, logos, e-marketing, and branding are attacked with a holistic approach to give their clients a leg above the competition. This one-two punch power house design team takes pride in offering clients the personal touch which is what they feel has been missing in the creative world for a long while.The like-minded professionals met, and felt there was a void in the business community. They noticed growing changes and needs in the marketplace as well as a rising trend, a preference for working with boutique firms and local based ones more often times than not. The reason given by proprietors was simple, to get the service that was once paramount in a relationship with an agency but somehow lost during the last few years. Gretel Vi�as and Liz Rodriguez felt they had the perfect recipe as they both poses mind blowing talent combined with easy going personalities that fit the boutique style of business.
Designhouse was a concept born from change in the business world. Specifically, Rodriguez and Vi�as saw that they could provide top agency work and A1 service without charging clients large agency retainers. They have created a structure where the client will be able to gain strategic solutions, visuals and the marketing tools needed to set their company and brand apart from the rest while keeping a solid understanding of that client�s budget and long term goals.
With a great network of partners that are scattered across the map, these ladies have created a unique business model to service clients outside of South Florida. Gretel Vi�as and Liz Rodriguez welcome you to their home, Designhouse.
Photographs of Cirque Eloize iD Kickoff Party on the Plaza at the Adrienne Arsht Center on 5/19/11
Cirque Eloize iD Kickoff Party on the Plaza at the Adrienne Arsht Center on Thursday, May 19, 2011. Â This is going to be an awesome show, so want to go see it.
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Photographs from the FabulousMiami.com Business Card Exchange on The Roof Top at Mayfair Hotel on 5/19/11
FabulousMiami.com Business Card Exchange on The Roof Top at Mayfair Hotel on Thursday, May 19, 2011.
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Photographs from The Empowered Woman Miami Success Summit and Expo VIP Cocktail Reception 5/19/11
The Empowered Woman Miami Success Summit and Expo VIP Cocktail Reception at the Miami Science Museum Thursday, May 19, 2011.
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MLG Private Luxury Penthouse at the W Hotel Hottest Spot at the 2012 Miami Fashion Week 7/15-17/11
MLG Private Luxury Penthouse at the W Hotel will be the Hottest Spot at the 2012 Miami Fashion Week
July 15-17
W Hotel
2201 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, FL
Tickets providing access to the beauty and gifting suites and to the events available on a limited basis to 300 VIP guests. For tickets inquiry, contact Michael Martin, michael@michaelmartinparty.com
Miami Fashion Week is just around the corner, and this year’s edition is filled with many fresh adds-on that will make the town’s most awaited event very special. For this occasion, Muse Luxury Group, a Miami-based PR, marketing and events agency specialized in fashion and luxury, is partnering with one of the town’s most influential and well connected promoter, Michael Martin and VIP Magazine CEO to bring together the ‘who’s who’ in fashion.
From the 15th to the 17th of July, some of the best upcoming and world-renowned fashion designers will showcase their new collections at the Penthouse at the W South Beach, the hotel’s most extravagant space. A privileged audience comprising of selected designers, celebrities, fashion journalists, and buyers from around the world will have access to Muse Luxury Group’s Gifting and Beauty Suites at the very high-prized W Hotel in South Beach.
The event promises to be a one-of-kind. According to Events and Marketing Director for Muse Luxury Group, Elisea Nir Wolff: ‘This is the very first time since the beginning of IMG Mercedes-Benz Swim Week in Miami that handpicked, talented designers will have the unique opportunity to get together with the most influential players in the fashion industry, network, and connect while introducing next season’s fashion must-haves in the most glamorous venue in town, a luxurious waterfront, 3-story 3,000sq ft penthouse.
Each floor will be dedicated to fashion. There will be a Gifting suite where celebrities will receive complementary samples of the pieces of clothing they like, allowing designers to make connections with them; a Beauty Suite, which will be a very high-end area dedicated to treating our privileged guests with complementary beauty treatments, such as manicures, pedicures, massages, free make-over and hair sessions, and the rooftop area, which will be where all our exclusive events will take place’.
Sponsorship opportunities are still open, sponsorship@museluxurygroup.com
Photographs from Life Is Art Creative Connections #13 at Sol Gallery at CANDO Arts Co-op on 5/17/11
Life Is Art Creative Connections #13 at Sol Gallery at CANDO Arts Co-op on Tuesday, May 17, 2011.
The Law Office of William Peña Wells is a South Florida civil practice firm that offers a full range of legal services to a diversified client base, including arts and entertainment clients, The firm provides strategic marketing advice, licensing, contract negotiation and review to individuals, corporate clients, and nonprofit agencies in the United States and Europe. Mr. Wells sits on several nonprofit boards and is Legal Counsel to Artists for A Cause, a South Florida nonprofit group dedicated to providing opportunities for artists to contribute to social causes.
This seminar focused on the legal issues facing artists, particularly contracts. We know many artists who have been ripped off because they did not understand, or even read, the contracts they signed. Do not lose your art! This is a serious issue and one we are going to tackle for this seminar. Mr. Wells is going to break it down and give you some simple examples of how you can protect yourself. Mr. Wells understands these issues very well, being both a lawyer and an artist. Please bring any other legal questions you may have and we will try to cover as many as possible.
Check out Life is Art at www.lifeisartfest.org for more details on upcoming events.
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Unlimited Power Fit Club 5/28/11
Unlimited Power Fit Club
05-28-11, 1:30
P90X
Unlimited Power
4984 N. University Drive
Lauderhill Fl 33351
Join the action at a complimentary workout right in your neighborhood.
Jump. Punch. Kick. Our workouts are designed to get you
moving and feeling good. Come for a jolt of endorphins and
simple, healthy fun. Best of all, it’s FREE. From the makers
of P90X®, INSANITY®, and TurboFire®. All you need to do is bring your water bottle a towel and get ready to make new friends saturday march 12th and every saturday after! All fit levels welcome from beginner to advanced. You modify and follow along at your own pace.
Our workouts are always cardio based and all fitness levels are welcomed any workout is easily modified. There is no equipment involved and we will be using a projector with a big screen and a DVD player to showcase the workout. We’ll show you how you can workout using any Beachbody workout DVD system from the comfort of your own home. No gym memberships, it’s as easy as putting your dvd on and pressing play. We’re here to get you motivated and stop making excuses. We’re all in this together and we all live busy lives. Being a part of our team will keep you accountable of your own fitness goal. Remember all guests are free, bring a friend or family member! Hope to see you all there!
Orchids in the Park 5/28-29/11
Orchids in the Park
5-28 and 5-29, 2011, 10am – 5pm
Dante Fascell Park
8600 Sw 57th Ave (Red Road)
South Miami
www.orchidmania.org
Please join OrchidMania South Florida, as it hosts the 13th annual Orchids in the Park sale. At this event you’ll find an array of beautiful orchids of all kinds at great prices, including rare and exotic species. In addition, the world renouned “Orchid Doctor” will be on hand to answer all your orchid related questions, and there will be orchid potting and mounting demonstrations througout both days. Proceeds of this event benefit Project Cradle, an affiliate volunteer program at the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine that provides assistance to children and adolescent with HIV/AIDS in Miami-Dade County.
Beautiful orchids, a beautiful cause and great prices!
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Latin Auxiliary hosts annual Summer Luncheon and Boutique 6/15/11
The Latin AuxilIary of Douglas Gardens Presents its Summer Luncheon & Boutique Honoring Isaac and Nieves Olemberg Lifetime Achievement Award Recipients
Wednesday, June 15, 10:30am to 2:30pm
Miami Jewish Health Systems – Ruby Auditorium
5200 NE 2nd Avenue
Miami, FL 33137
COST: Tickets cost $54 per person
RSVP: To register, please contact Suzanne Hafkin at (305) 762-1382 or SHafkin@mjhha.org for more information.
Isaac and Nieves Olemberg will receive the Latin Auxiliary’s Lifetime Achievement Award.
The Latin Auxiliary of Douglas Gardens, a group of Miami Jewish Health Systems supporters, will present its prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award to Isaac and Nieves Olemberg at its 2011 Summer Luncheon & Boutique. Aside from a fabulous lunch, this year’s Boutique will be filled with unique vendors offering handbags, jewelry, plants, watches and more at great prices. All proceeds from the event will benefit the Latin Auxiliary-sponsored Music Therapy Program at Miami Jewish Health Systems.
Secrets, Regrets, Joys and Truths 6/11/2011
Secrets, Regrets, Joys, & Truths
06/11/2011, 8:00pm
Villa 221
221 NE 17th Street, Miami, FL 33132
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– Art N Hustle in partnership with artist Nate Dee are curating a summer art show entitled Secrets, Regrets, Joys… and Truths from June 10th – 11th, 2011. Secrets, Regrets, Joys… and Truths will feature works of art that explore the more subtle moments of life (secrets, regrets, joys, and truths) as expressed by Nicole Ricca, Todd Elliot Mansa, Nathan Delinois, and Vanessa Craan.
Art N Hustle has teamed up with The Christopher Miro Gallery & Villa 211, and The Artkitextural Foundation, to bring you this urban art event. Little Secrets, Regrets, Joys… and Truths will begin on June 11th, 2011 at 7PM with an hour long invitation-only private viewing for collectors, museum curators and press. Then will official open at 8PM for the general public. There will be live art and musical performances.
“” We want to change the perception of what urban art is, a genre that doesn’t get much respect to garner the buying power that others do. This is the first exhibit of many to if not change the minds of the art community at least open them to what “urban” is categorized as.”†says Art N Hustle Founder Corey Knight.
“This will be an art show, a cultural event, a party, and a most joyful spectacle that you will not want to miss.†says Art N Hustle Art Director Nate Dee.
Vanity Fair at Veronica’s Dollhouse 5/21/11
“Vanity Fair” at Veronica’s Dollhouse
Saturday May 21st, 12-6 p.m.
Veronicas’ Dollhouse
7221 s.w. 57 ct.
South Miami
33143
www.veronicasdollhouseboutique.com
“VANITY FAIR” at Veronica’s Dollhouse, a South Miami boutique known for it’s beautiful merchandise and retro charm. There will be Indie designers,hair and nail artists,vintage collections,sweets and more, for a fun carnival atmosphere!
Veronica’s Dollhouse is a unique boutique(made up to look like a victorian dollhouse) with pin-up style retro dresses,unique shoes,jewelry,candies and fabulous vintage in the attic!
and we’re known for our beautiful tea parties!
The Globe’s 8th Annual CubaLibre Block Party 5/20/11
The Globe’s 8th Annual CubaLibre Party
Friday, May 20 at 4pm
300 Block of Alhambra Circle
Coral Gables FL
Don’t miss The Globe’s 8th Annual CubaLibre Block Party this Friday, May 20 at 4pm, along the entire 300 block of Alhambra. Enjoy a FREE open-air concert, Bacardi bars serving traditional Cuban cocktails and more. Festival goers are encouraged to wear their best Cuban-chic attire!
www.theglobecafe.com
Celebrate Cuba’s rich cultural heritage with a night of music, dancing, cocktails, food and more along the entire 300 block of Alhambra Circle! Free/Gratis!
Performances by Albita and Tomasito Cruz!
Founding Sponsor: American Airlines
Benefiting: Regis House
Special Tribute to Dr. Elias Biscet
Sponsored by: Bacardi, Heineken, Living Social, Mojito Collection, The Globe Cafe, Lorrainne Travel, What A Hotel, One Burger, All Safe Insurance
Media Sponsors: El Sol, Romance 106.7, Classica 92.3, Gables Home Page, Great Gables
Marketing Sponsors: Socialated.com, VancasGroup.com, ButtonRevolution.com, Lulu & Petunia Photography
Production by: Master Sound Production
Destination Unknown Exhibition Opening Reception 6/3/11
Opening Reception Friday, June 3rd
8PM – Midnight
Sailboat Bend Artists Lofts
1310 S.W. 2nd Court / Loft 307
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Exhibition Dates: June 3rd – July 10th
The red carpet will roll out and the champagne will flow freely to honor Galerie Jenner’s One Year Anniversary Exhibition “Destination Unknown”.
In less than a year’s time, Jeremiah transformed a dim and dusty loft to an inspiring, crisp and welcoming industrial space filled with a dazzling array of global art.
This remarkable collection of paintings, sculpture, collage and photography spotlights the gem of South Florida’s brightest talent.
Be sure to join us in a memorable evening in a celebration of art, music and enjoyment featuring notable works by:
Janet Gold
Nancy Goldwin
Babette Herschberger
Jeremiah Jenner
Regina Jestrow
Ernesto Kunde
Jody Leshinsky
Lynne Libby
Robert McKeown
Isaac Allen Sandy
Bonnie Shapiro
You can preview their works here: www.galeriejenner.com
The Pattern Of Art One-Night Only Solo Exhibition of Baron Siamanto Levon 5/21/11
The Pattern Of Art, a Special, One-Night Only Solo Exhibition from Designer Baron Siamanto Levon Saturday, May 21, 8-11 p.m.
CocoWalk
3015 Grand Ave., Suite 237
Coconut Grove, FL 33133
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“A unique and interesting view into the relationship between art, fashion design, and garments created from painted canvases.”
Baron Siamanto Levon is a third generation extremist haute couture and visionary fashion designer. His fashion consists of conceptual elements and radical flourishings from violent glamour to edgy street.
Baron Siamanto Levon has become an icon in the world of design. But Levon is not limited to couture. He states, “A true designer will have no limits with imagination. The true designer should be able to create adding new dimension to any visual concept. Designers should know how to paint, how to sculpt, and how to carve. True designers should understand three dimensions and the shades of each color.” And that is just what Levon brings to this exhibition – his imagination.
Exxotica Official Afterparty with Roxy Reynolds 5/20/11
Friday May 20th:
All The Way Live Fridays
Sobe Live
203 Washington Ave.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
The Official Exxxotica Afterparty: Part 1 “Foreplay”
Hosted By Adult Film Stars: Roxy Reynolds & Candace Von
Ladies Are In Free & Drink Free Til 12:30am!
Free Entry With Exxxotica Ticket Stubs Til 1am!
Music By Dj Knowledge | Dj Kool G ( 99 Jamz) & D1themc
7th Circuit Productions and Moksha Family Arts Collective present Moksha Roots Live 5/20/11
The Moksha Gallery, Moksha boutique and Pleaidian Lounge will be open from 6:00pm-9:00pm (free)
Show begins @ 9:30pm-3:00am ($10.00)
18+Over
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The third Friday of every month, 7th Circuit Productions and Moksha Family Arts Collective present Moksha Roots Live. The after party for The Rhythm Foundation’s ~ Big Nights in Little Haiti. In May we are celebrating Haitian cultural month. Every third Friday we will feature our gallery, live music, d.j.’s, performance, live painting, vendors. The Moksha Family Arts Collective is a non-profit organization, all funds go to supp…ort our local artists and community projects. Come out and enjoy this cultural evening of good vibes and amazing energy. The last two third Fridays were burnin!
May 20th line-up:
~Jan Sebon and Kazak International~ (9:30pm)
Kazak’s unique fusion of “Rasin†(Haitian Roots music), jazz, political commentary and electric stage presence led it to be voted “Best Haitian Band†in the Miami New Times for three consecutive years. Sebon has been featured as a soloist with world-renowned musicians including Don Cherry, Nana Vasconselos, and the Urban Bush Women. In addition, he has performed with Teo Castllanos’ D-Project in China, Ecuador, Peru and across the United States.
~Moksha Family Roots Collective~
The Moksha Family Roots Collective band is a constant rotation of Miami’s finest roots and world music musicians with international guests. This evening we are featuring Bagga Traxx with special guest Mecca a.k.a Grimo, plus more.
~D.J. Moses ~
DJ Moses opens the door to authentic high quality world music and invites you in to discover how glorious, diverse and deep music can be. The African continent, Jamaica, Haiti, Brazil, the U.S. and Latin America are all represented in his selections. DJ Moses is one of a kind in our community. Originally from New York City, DJ Moses has been living and working in Miami since 1995.
~Brandon Paul (B-Paul), Painting live~
Brandon Paul’s art is an eclectic mix of pop culture and surrealism, with heavy influence from street art, tattooing, skateboarding, and urban culture.His paintings resemble a mass of organic matter, that somehow engulfed a piece of graffiti, and a hip hop concert then toss in some pretty ladies, sea life, birds, and what your left with is a beautiful piece of controlled chaos wearing nikes .
~Luckner Bruno and Tribe of the Red Moon ~
Actor, singer, dancer, choreographer, director, and circustician; Lucky Bruno, Tribe of the Red Moon, has been part of Moksha Family for the past 8 years performing eccentric, innovative, and other worldly performances. During his performances he aims to create a sense of global circus hysteria, with the extreme hope of touching and captivating his audiences with joy and inspiration.
~V.J. Care ~
Environmental light wizard aka VJ CARE is a south Florida multi-media artist originally from Seattle, Wa. She has traveled the world spreading light through creativity for a wide range of artists & visionaries including, Terrence McKenna, Michael Franti, Sonic Youth, George Clinton & The P-Funk All Stars, Dale Chuhily & many others. Transforming the physical space to support the experience, her vision is to create multi-sensory experiences that connect, inspire & engage.
YMCA Young Professionals Update and Invite 5/26/11
Thursday, May 26, 6-8 PM
Graziano’s Restaurant
177 SW 7th Street
Latitude One Building
Miami, FL 33130
FREE with RSVP*
The YMCA Young Professionals are back! After two successful events last year, the steering committee has been working to cultivate and amplify the YMCA Young Professionals’ Group, and we are having a kickoff event to let you know about our efforts and how you can get involved! The YMCA Young Professional’s Group is now a membership organization. As a member you will have the opportunity to participate in several Professional Networking and Executive Speaker events throughout the year as well as receive special YMCA benefits. All this while supporting underprivileged children in our community.
Please come out and join us on May 26th at Graziano’s to discover the benefits of membership and learn more about this incredible opportunity to strengthen and build our community while at the same time strengthening and building your professional network.
To rsvp please email Julie Wagner at jwagner@ymcamiami.org
Downtown Hollywood ArtWalk 5/21/11
Third Saturday of Every Month, May 21, 7pm-10pm
Downtown Hollywood ArtWalk
More Info.
Enjoy an enchanted evening strolling quaint, tree-lined sidewalks while being serenaded by the sounds of a jazz saxophone, or the soft strings of a violin or harp. Take a moment to look over the shoulder of an artist painting and visit the art galleries and businesses showcasing local, regional and international artwork.
Randy Singer Band At Van Dyke 5/23/11
Monday, May 23. 9:00pm – 12:00am
Van Dyke Cafe
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LIVE MUSIC-randy singer and airplay perform LIVE JAZZ, BLUES, POP–FRESH GROOVES! sting, james taylor, beatles, miles davis………. Turning pop tunes into jazz fresh grooves, delicious fun! van dyke , 9-1am, no cover– Come grab some!:-D
The Eric Charles Group Live 5/20/11
The Eric Charles Group Live!
May 20, 2011, 8pm-11pm
Crescendo Jazz and Blues Lounge
2201 Biscayne Blvd
Miami FL
www.crescendojazzandblues.com
Blues, Soul and R&B with a Chicago party groove.
Come early – sometimes standing room only after 10pm.
Jazz at Berries in the Grove 5/21/11
Jazz at Berries in the Grove
May 21, 2011, 10pm-1am
Berries in the Grove
2884 SW 27 Ave, Miami FL 33133
www.berriesinthegrove.com
Jazz music (traditional, easy-listening, modern) performed by Four on Six: Eric Charles (guitar/vocal), Joe Yeargin (bass), Mike Cohen (drums) and Allen Paul (keys).
Great Fool, Great Service, Great Music!
Havana Nights at Area 31 5/27/11
Havana Nights
Friday May 27th, 6pm-12am
Area 31 at the EPIC Hotel
270 Biscayne Blvd Way
Miami, FL
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Join us next Friday night May 27th, at Area 31 at the EPIC Hotel for Havana Nights…Camacho Cigars, Atlantico Rum, Veuve Clicquot on the Clock, and our resident dj Kristian Caro spinning Boleros, Salsa and Guaguanco! Music starts at 6pm!
The Have-Nots Present Forrest Shaw at Villa 221 5/26/11
The Have-Nots Present Forrest Shaw at Villa 221
Thursday, May 26th, 8:30pm – 11:00pm
Villa 221
221 NE 17th Street
Miami, FL 33132
www.villa221.com
Have-Nots Comedy and Villa 221 present a unique comedy show featuring some of South Florida’s best talent.
No cover
2-item minimum
Headliner: Forrest Shaw
Born in Miami and raised as an only child by a single hippie mother, Forrest Shaw got into stand-up comedy after a decade of life as a marine biologist. Saving manatees and counting seagrass by day, at night, Forrest dedicated himself to comedy, quickly working his way into regular club work. The influence of his former life as a biologist is evident in his material. Forrest delivers witty and clever anecdotes of his unorthodox with a wry smile. He shares his own faults and failures with the audience in hopes that they too can find the lighter side of those things in life, which sometimes seem too much to bear. He also isn’t fond of stupid people; but who is? Life is complicated and it shouldn’t be. We have created all of this stress and aggravation so the healthiest thing to do is make fun of ourselves and laugh about it.
Featuring the hilarious Wendi Starling and Richy Lala
Additional guest appearances by The Have-Nots, Leon Arp, Scott Stern Josh Silverman and more!
Wine Class with Master Sommelier Andrew McNamara Cabernet and Chardonnay 5/25/11
Wine Class with Master Sommelier Andrew McNamara: Cabernet & Chardonnay
5/25/11, 7:00-9:00 pm
Norman’s 180
180 Aragon
Coral Gables, FL 33134
https://dinemag.smartevents.com
Join Dine Magazine for a wine class with Master Sommelier, Andrew McNamara. The topic for this class is “Chardonnay and Cabernet.†During the class, you will taste 3 Chardonnays and 3 Cabernet Sauvignons from around the world – talk about what makes the grape itself so fantastic, and how the regions have molded the grape into the style that shows in the bottle.
Andrew McNamara is one of 170 Master Sommeliers in the world, and one of only 12 that was awarded the Krug Cup (passing the Master Sommelier test on the first try and with the highest score). He also sits on the board of Directors Guild of Sommeliers.
Cost is $34 and includes food, wine and instruction.
RA Sushi Presents Seventh Annual Nicky’s Week 5/29-6/1/11
RA Sushi Presents Seventh Annual Nicky’s Week to be Held May 29 through June 4
RA Sushi in South Miami’s Nicky’s Week event line-up includes:
Sunday, May 29
Nicky’s Week Launch Party
8 p.m. to midnight
Event to celebrate no work the next day due to Memorial Day holiday. Party to coincide with the restaurant’s popular Sunday Flying Fish Lounge happy hour featuring food and drink specials all night. Special guest DJ will keep guests on their feet.
Saturday, June 4
Nicky’s Week Closing Party
7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Live DJ. Food and drink specials. Raffle benefitting St. Jude will close and winners will be announced.
Proceeds from select menu items benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
RA Sushi in South Miami will host its seventh annual “Nicky’s Week†fundraiser Sunday, May 29 through Saturday, June 4 to benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital®, the nation’s top children’s cancer research center. The Scottsdale-based restaurant and bar will donate 100 percent of the proceeds from the sale of a variety of menu items and beverages to St. Jude to help support the hospital’s lifesaving mission.
The special Nicky’s Week menu includes: Edamame, Tootsy Maki, Shrimp Nigiri, Pork Gyoza, Tuna Tataki, Chicken Yakitori and select beverages.
All 25 RA Sushi locations in Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Kansas, Maryland, Nevada and Texas will participate in the fundraiser. RA Sushi in South Miami is located at 5829 SW 73rd Street, Miami, FL.; 305.341.0092
In addition, guests who make a monetary donation to St. Jude on their check will receive a ticket to enter into RA Sushi in South Miami’s week-long raffle. Prizes include gift certificates to SEE Eyewear, bottle service at WALL South Beach, an overnight stay at legendary Hotel Breakwater on Ocean Drive, spa experience at mySpa at InterContinental Miami, three-month gym membership at Equinox, luxury accessory from Capretto Shoes and much more. Winning tickets will be drawn during Nicky’s Week closing party on Sat., June 4.
HeArt for Recovery Benefit in Delray Beach 5/21/11
Sunset House, Creative City Collaborative, Artist Michael Perez / Gallery 212 Miami
Present: HeArt For Recovery To Benefit Sunset House
Saturday, May 21, 2011 from 7-10pm
Arts Garage
180 NE 1st Street
Delray Beach, FL 33444
Tickets [$20 Presale].
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Join us as we celebrate in the beautiful City of Delray Beach, a Multi-Media Art Show Extravaganza to benefit Sunset House. Enjoy live performances, music, wine, soda, creative catering, high fashion and glamour photo shoots, tango and dancing, international talent and much, much more at the amazing Arts Garage space in the heart of The Pineapple Grove Arts District in Delray Beach.
$20 tickets in advance through Brown Paper Tickets, $25 at the door. Bring your business card for $20 at the door and you will be entered into our door prize drawing as well as be eligible to vote for your favorite art piece or performance, for one lucky artist’s or performer’s chance to win major exposure and publicity with Publicist Caitlin E. Slayback for a Second Saturday exhibition in gallery212 Contemporary Art Gallery in Miami with Artist Michael Perez. Take your chances on a unique Raffle and compete to win your favorite raffle items that include services and contemporary art pieces. Fine Art and rare collectible pieces will be available at incredible prices; there are so many ways to enjoy this event and go home with new treasures, while supporting an organization that does imperative work to help the people in the community who need it most.
Sunset House is a 501(c)(3) Non-profit substance abuse treatment center for men offering an extended care residential addiction treatment program in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.
The Mission Of Sunset House:
· This event Benefits Sunset House which is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) Florida Department of Children and Families licensed Level IV treatment center for men recovering from chemical dependency. Our mission is to safely and effectively transition our residents back into their communities with all of the tools necessary to maintain long-term, meaningful sobriety.
· What makes the Sunset House Program stand out among many other extended care facilities is the fact that we offer a highly structured environment that emphasizes client accountability and discipline. Our three to four month Program will see clients through a number of crucial real-world obstacles faced by the newly recovering individual. Money-management, job- and living-skills, and 12 Step enculturation are just some of the focal points of treatment at Sunset House.
· Another special feature of Sunset House is affordability. Some potential clients and their families cannot gather the resources required by many extended care programs. At Sunset House, 25% of client fees are subsidized through grant-writing and fundraising efforts. For $300 per week, our clients receive weekly group and individual therapy with a credentialed therapist, individualized treatment plans that are reviewed and updated throughout the course of treatment, auricular acupuncture to assist in stress-management and detoxification, nutritionist consultations, and 24/7 staff supervision and support. Our doors are always open to clients and their families, and people are viewed as people – not revenue.
The Arts Garage is a multi-disciplinary cultural hub for visual artists, musicians, performers, film presenters and arts educators. The mission of the Arts Garage is to collaborate with emerging artists and cultural innovators to facilitate an exchange of art and ideas and to present cutting-edge, interdisciplinary performances and exhibitions.
Creative City Collaborative, a nonprofit organization created to build the cultural infrastructure that celebrates Delray Beach as a creative, authentic, and intimate City, is tasked with implementing the City’s cultural plan, adopted by the City Commission in 2006 and CRA Plan’s Arts Based Economic Development Program. Major funding for the Creative City Collaborative is provided by the Delray Beach CRA, a local government agency that works to eliminate blighted conditions, foster redevelopment, and promote economic growth within downtown Delray Beach and much of the surrounding older residential and commercial areas.
Talent/Sponsors: Artists Michael Perez, Ed Ellers, Lea Vendetta, Doug Kinchley, Hazel Fimmano, Ashley Curtis; Art Photography by Russell Levine, Rudy Perez; High Fashion and Glamour Photo Shoots by Jonathan Dvoretz, Fred Love, Sean Murdock; Tango and Dance Performances by The Fred Astaire Dance Studio West Palm Beach; Original Music by John Epstein on the Organ performing Live Blues and Jazz and a Vocal Performance by Matthew Farmer. Creative Catering. Tickets by Brown Paper Tickets. Co-Hosted by Amy Pasquantonio of Sunset House and Michael Perez in representation of gallery212 Contemporary Art Gallery, Miami.
Dead Kenny Gs at the BLP Rockout with your Cookout 6/5/11
Jazz-Punk Trio The Dead Kenny Gs Take Over The Blp Rockout With Your Cookout
Sunday, June 5th
Hurricane Bar & Lounge
640-7 East Atlantic Avenue
Delray Beach, FL 33483
www.hurricanelounge.com
FREE show starts at 9pm | FREE BBQ from 6-8pm featuring mojo-marinated chicken, sirloin burgers and beefy foot-long hotdogs for bar patrons.
Free Feature Show Following Primus Supporting Role
It is our absolute pleasure to announce that jazz-punk trio The Dead Kenny Gs (DKGs) will be performing at the Hurricane Bar & Lounge on Sunday, June 5th for the weekly BLP Rockout with your Cookout. That’s right, the night after they open for Primus at the Fillmore Theatre in Miami, DKGs will play their only solo gig of their extended nationwide tour supporting Primus and throw down a FREE show in Delray Beach. Saxophonist Skerik (Critters Buggin, Garage a Trois, Col. Claypool’s Frog Brigade & Fancy Band, Crack Sabbath, bassist Brad Houser (New Bohemians, Critters Buggin, Mingtrones) and drummer/percussionist Mike Dillon (Anti DiFranco, Billy Goat, Hairy Apes BMX, Ten Hands) have been described by the New York Times as “a pinball between styles: Afro-pop, Balkan, Klezmer and pocket funk lashed to Middle Eastern modality.â€
If the moniker for the combustible punk jazz trio The Dead Kenny Gs (DKGs) doesn’t say it all at first glance, one listen to their new album Operation Long Leash quickly puts it all in focus. Saxophonist Skerik (Critters Buggin, Garage a Trois, Col. Claypool’s Frog Brigade & Fancy Band, Crack Sabbath, bassist Brad Houser (New Bohemians, Critters Buggin, Mingtrones, etc.) and drummer/percussionist Mike Dillon (Anti DiFranco, Billy Goat, Critters Buggin, Garage A Trois, hairy Apes BMX, Ten Hands, etc.) are committed to musical subversion of the highest order. Precisely shifting gears between a muso obsession of musical styles and sonic colors, The Dead Kenny Gs have both the courage and the chops to realize their wildest aural visions. At one moment they’ll draw inspiration from punk legends The Minutemen, the next finds them embracing the spirit of jazz giant Rahsaan Roland Kirk and yet still another twist finds the pull of indie rock progenitors Deerhoof; yet all the while sounding purely DKGs. To further that extent, it’s not just music informing the trio’s voice, but a keen understanding of political conspiracy in American history. The album’s title, Operation Long Leash, comes from the clandestine CIA operation in the late ‘40s to fund Abstract Expressionism as a means for Western culture to undermine the rigid, confined and conformist ideals of the Soviet Union during the early years of the Cold War. www.thedeadkennygs.com
KYMA Lounge Presents KYMA Friday’s Opening Party 5/20/11
Friday, May 20th 9:00PM
KYMA Lounge (EPIC HOTEL)
270 Biscayne Blvd Way
Miami, FL 33131
Join us for Miami’s most exclusive Friday night VIP experience!
Complimentary Premium Cocktails
RSVP @ info@Urbaniconsmarketing.com
PALO! at The Stage 5/20/11
The Stage Miami
170 NE 38th Street
Miami, FL 33137
(305) 576-9577
Hope to see you this Friday, May 20 for…
PALO! 20 de Mayo Bash at The Stage! – Click for info & RSVP
PALO! brings the Afro-Cuban Funk back to The Stage for an awesome party celebrating May 20: Cuban Independence Day.
FREE ENTRY!
7pm: We’ll be live on WDNA radio for Carlos Garcia’s Sound Theory Live show. Complimentary cigars courtesy of Berger & Argenti.
Late sets at 11pm & 12:30am.
You may win a box of Berger & Argenti cigars!
HOW TO WIN A FREE PALO! CD:
Text PALO to 65047 – KEEP THE WELCOME MESSAGE. The first 20 guests with the welcome message from the text list get a FREE PALO! CD.
Click here to read the Miami Herald article by Lydia Martin about PALO! and Steve Roitstein.
Visit PALO! on the Wild, Whacky Web:
youtube.com/gopalo – our new home on youtube.
gopalo.com – PALO! website
facebook.com/gopalo – please “like” our Facebook page
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Opening Mayami Son Machin 5/20/11
Opening Reception, Friday May 20th 7 – 10 PM
Mayami Son MachÃn< 174 NW 23 Street Miami, Florida 33127/p>
A project on Latin America, music, and gender
by Proyectos Ultravioleta, Guatemala City
The exhibition will remain on view thru July 23rd, 2011
Works by:
Abner Benaim, Bhakti Baxter, Juan Brenner, Buró de Intervenciones Públicas (BIP), Alfredo Ceibal, DETEXT, Juan Pablo Echeverri, Radamés “Juni†Figueroa, Hulda Guzmán, Jonathan Harker, Rita Indiana & Los Misterios + Noelia Quintero, Byron Mármol, Sofia Novella, Yoshua Okón, Fabi Pina, Naufus Ramirez-Figueroa, Carla Verea/Estudio Lake Verea in collaboration with Silverio, Carlos Woods
Mayami Son MachÃn is an exhibition which aims to explore common preconceptions about Latin American identity as seen through a fantasized place called Mayami, a city cloaked in a mystic haze of glory and glamour. The title of the exhibition is derived from The Miami Sound Machine, a 90’s era music group, which epitomized the notion of what it means to be latino living in Miami.
Maymi Son MachÃn departs from three principal notions;
1. “Mayami†as a referent and final destination of Latin American aspirations; both in terms of those who experience it via forced migration (economic, political, etc.) and those individuals for whom Miami becomes a Mecca of shopping and glamour.
2. “El Son†referencing the intrinsic rhythm of certain Latin American countries, music in general as the identifying characteristic of Latino cultures, along with the dances formed alongside these rhythms and their relationship to a sexual identity as characterized by a Latin American exoticism.
3. “Machîn†derived from “macho†which encompasses those works that construct and destroy the idea of the Latin American male, both in terms of an overly inflated notion of masculinity, alongside a stereotypical and caricature-like notion of female identity.
This exhibition was organized by Proyectos Ultravioleta, an artist run exhibition space located in downtown Guatemala City. The organizers were introduced to the gallery via New Methods, a symposium presented at The Museum of Contemporary Art, North Miami, organized by Ruba Katrib.
Carla Verea/Estudio Lake Verea in collaboration with Silverio Silverio, Ciudad de Mexico 2010 D print on metallic paper polyptich, 24″ x 16″ each
Jazz at New Theatre with Batuke Samba Funk 5/25/11
Jazz @ New Theatre Concert Series Presents Batuke Samba Funk
Wednesday, May 25, at 7:30 PM
New Theatre
4120 Laguna Street
Coral Gables
Tickets are $20 and are available for purchase online at www.new-theatre.org or at the New Theatre box office. For further information, call the New Theatre box office at 305.443.5909.
Batuke Samba Funk, Miami’s hottest Brazilian band, brings their special blend of samba, funk, and jazz to Coral Gables’ New Theatre as part of the “Jazz @ New Theatre†concert series.
Created by visionary Dr. Jules Oaklander, founder of the monthly “Jazz at MOCA†series, this new program brings Dr. Oaklander’s same community-oriented philosophy as the now 15 year-old and highly successful MOCA Jazz program, looking to expand the audience for quality jazz throughout the Miami area and keeping local musicians in the public eye.
Batuke is the act of drumming on any surface or with any object, that makes a sound. Recycled cans, plastic buckets and pieces of scrap metal have all been transformed into percussive instruments that enhance the musical atmosphere of this group established by bassist Diogo Oliveira in 2008. Batuke Samba Funk, comprised of four Miami-based musicians, offers a fusion of Brazilian rhythms including samba and samba rock with classic American funk. While the core group consists of bass, drums, keyboard and voice, the ensemble is joined by trombone, female vocals and Brazilian percussion when performing with their full seven-piece configuration. The program is produced by KCC Productions of Miami Beach.
New Theatre is a multi-cultural theatre producing a season of Nouveau Classic works, blending classics and new works, which speak to and about a diverse contemporary audience by stimulating, provoking, challenging, and entertaining since 1986. Entering their 25th Anniversary Season, the theatre has flourished under the energetic Artistic Direction of Ricky J. Martinez and Managing Director, Eileen Suarez, refining its focus on works which speak of social/religious/humanistic interests, relevant issues of discrimination based on race, gender and sexual orientation, the immigrant’s plight, the role of youth in our community, and for stories from the heart and for the soul which celebrate the mosaic that makes up the South Florida community, in addition to classics by Shakespeare, Tennessee Williams, and others.
Reset Miami 5/27/2011
Reset – Miami
05/27/2011, 5:00pm – 2:00am
The News Lounge
5580 NE 4th Court
The Courtyard @ 55th Street Station
Miami, FL 33137
Once again it’s time to Reset. Help us welcome the start of summer at The News Lounge with our incredible lineup of resident DJs and live painting from Miami’s favorite muralist, CP1.
Reset joins together the best music, emerging artists, top-shelf cocktail specials and the finest people from every scene. No cover, no attitude. Come and relax at happy hour from 5-9pm, and then stay late for pulsing DJ sets deep into the night.
Toast Our Teachers 6/1/11
Toast Our Teachers
June 1, 2011, 7:00PM
Vintage Liquors
3301 N.E. 1st Avenue
Miami, FL 33137
toastourteachers.eventbrite.com
“Toast Our Teachers†is a wine tasting fundraiser for The Education Fund, a non-profit organization that for more than 25 years has supported Miami-Dade public schools by directing resources from the private sector into the school system. The evening will include fine wines and spirits, tapas, and a live performance by Litus Music Installations. Guests are encouraged bring and host a local Miami-Dade School teacher.
“Toast Our Teachers†is sponsored by Vintage Liquors and Wine Bar. Vintage Liquor and wine offers more than 1600 boutique wines and a variety of spirits and gourmet beers that you won’t find at any other liquor store.
Theatre Night Alfred Hitchcock’s The 39 Steps 6/1/11
Theatre Night – Alfred Hitchcock’s The 39 Steps
6/1/11, 6:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Actor’s Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre
280 Miracle Mile
Coral Gables, FL 33134
Phone: 305.446.1657
Theatre Night is designed to highlight one of the many cultural facets that Coral Gables has to offer.
We will be viewing the two-time Tony Award winning play, Alfred Hitchcock’s The 39 Steps. Described as fast paced and zany, this comedic performance showcases four actors playing an incredibly diverse 150 roles. You can expect nothing less than an on-stage plane crash, handcuffs, severed fingers, some old fashioned romance, a dash of Monty Python and nonstop hilarity!
This event will begin at 6:30 PM with a cocktail and networking reception. This reception will last until 7:45 PM or when the Curtain Call is given. Showtime is at 8:00PM which typically concludes around 10:00 PM.
5 Ways To Grow Your Business 5/24/11
Tuesday, May 24 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
The Biltmore Hotel Offices
1200 Anastasia Ave, Suite100
Coral Gables, FL
Price: Free
The ActionCOACH 5 Ways to Grow Your Business Seminar is the fastest way to massively increase your profits because of one concept: Leverage, or as we define it; “ever more with ever less.”
If you are like most business owners, you want more: more customers, more revenues, or more profits. The problem is; all three of these factors are end results not what really drive your business.
Phone: 305.285-9264
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Miami Malls Cook Up Family Fun With Mini Chefs 6/11/11
Miami International Mall And The Falls Cook Up Family Fun With Simon Kidgits Club’s Super Duper Mini Chefs
Sat., June 11, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Miami International Mall (Center Court)
1455 NW 107th Avenue
Doral, Fla. 33172
The Falls (Center Court)
8888 SW 136th Street
Miami, Fla. 33176
Fun-filled culinary event will collect food items for Feeding South Florida
Miami International Mall and The Falls invite children of all ages to roll up their sleeves and explore the fun side of food with hands-on learning activities during the Simon Kidgits Club’s Super Duper Mini Chefs event. The mini chefs will transform the malls into magical kitchens as they make their own menu, decorate cupcakes and learn to make other culinary creations. Kids will receive an apron to help them make the sweet treats.
Kids are also encouraged to bring non-perishable food items to be donated to Feeding South Florida.
FREE to Kidgits Club members, $5 for nonmembers
For more information, please call Miami International Mall at (305) 593-1775 or call The Falls at (305) 255-4571.
The Simon Kidgits Club’s Super Duper Mini Chefs event is free to members. Families can sign up for the Kidgits Club, during regular mall hours, for an annual membership fee of $5. Membership includes a Kidgits Club membership card and T-shirt, scheduled entertainment and activities for families, a Birthday Club (including birthday card and gift redemption certificate), unique programs and offers, discounts and a quarterly newsletter. For more information, visit www.simon.com/kidgits.
Isn’t It Iconic,.. don’t you think? 6/4/11
Isn’t It Iconic,.. don’t you think?
June 4, 2011, 7pm to 10pm
Gallery 101
3350 NE 33rd St, (Galt Ocean Shops)
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33308
gallery-101.com
Gallery 101 will host a tru ly “ICONIC” Event when we present artworks from artists with the theme of ICONIC people, places and things…..
Look back at your life …does any product, person or place stand out that we would all be able to relate to? …Childhood candies, famous people we have looked up to, places that we all look at that somehow symbolizes the world today…
CALL TO ARTISTS:
We will be looking for artists to submit works based in three (3) categories: ICONIC PEOPLE, ICONIC PLACES AND ICONIC THINGS.
INTAKE: May 28th 12noon -4pm
$10 per piece entry fee (up to 4 pieces)
Great Prizes:
Over $1,000 in prizes
1st- Solo show at Gallery 101 ($750 value)
2nd-$150 Cash prize
3rd-$100 cash prize
2 Judges recognition prizes $50 each
Miami Writer’s Prize 2011 Awards Soiree 5/24/11
May 24th, 7pm – 9pm
Lester’s
2519 NW 2nd Avenue
Wynwood Arts District, Miami FL 33127
ARTLURKER.com is proud to announce the winner of the Miami Writer’s Prize, an annual prize aimed at encouraging residents of Miami who write critically about art made possible by a grant from the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation and donations kindly received from readers.
On Tuesday May 24th we will celebrate in an intimate award-giving soiree at Lester’s, a multifunctional venue in the Wynwood Arts District conceived by Daniel Milewski. Please join us for an evening of conversation and light refreshments and enjoy 25% off select drinks between 7pm -8pm.
For more information about this event please contact Lester’s: Email: info@lestersmiami.com, Phone: 305-456-1784
For more information about the Miami Writer’s Prize please visit www.artlurker.com.
ARTLURKER is an online Miami based contemporary art newsletter.
The Miami Writer’s Prize 2011 is held in association with Locust Projects.
Special thanks go to the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation.
Avatar Meets NASA Superman at Miami Science Museum 5/21/11
Saturday, May 21st at 10 a.m
Miami Science Museum
3280 South Miami Avenue
Miami, FL 33129.
NASA Astronaut Leland D. Melvin to lead presentation in Miami Science Museum’s NASA funded Youth EXPO Virtual World Island
Pro-football-player-turned-multi-mission-astronaut (an all-around Superman), Leland D. Melvin will meet and talk with museum-mentored high school students in a computer-generated, 3-D environment created by students on the Miami Science Museum’s Virtual World Island in Teen Second Life on Saturday, May 21st at 10 a.m. Using avatars that they have created, youth will interact with Mr. Melvin’s avatar, who will talk about his passion for science, lend insight into his career path, and answer students’ questions.
Young people interacting with such a powerful role model through this computer- simulated world is a revolutionary new way of making the presentation more engaging, deepening their science knowledge and making the students more comfortable asking questions of the speaker. The presentation will be broadcast in the virtual world and projected in the Museum’s Theater so that the public can observe the virtual event and also participate through an avatar.
The secondary purpose of the event is to showcase Youth EXPO, an educational resource based on NASA’s climate visualizations. Youth EXPO is available to other on-line visitors to the Museum’s island where they can investigate the causes and repercussions of climate change.
The “Youth EXPO†youth-development program, funded by NASA’s Competitive Program for Science Museums and Planetariums, serves as a model program to engage underrepresented minorities in science. The high school students serve as evaluators and testers of the climate change simulation.
“We feel so privileged that Mr. Melvin has selected our program to ‘visit’ and know it will be an interesting and inspiring event for all,†said Dr. Judy Brown, the Miami Science Museum’s Senior Vice President for Education. “This is a great opportunity to share with the public what wonderful work NASA is funding within our youth community.â€
Leland D. Melvin joined NASA in 1989 as an aerospace engineer at the agency’s Langley Research Center in Hampton, VA. He joined the astronaut corps in 1998 and has served as a mission specialist on two space shuttle missions. In 2003, Melvin co-managed the former Educator Astronaut Program, which recruited teachers to become fully trained astronauts in an effort to connect space exploration with students across the country.
Mr. Melvin was named the associate administrator for education at NASA Headquarters in October 2010. He is responsible for the development and implementation of NASA’s education programs. As a passionate advocate of science education, he has been developing strategies to improve NASA’s education offerings and to assist in establishing goals, processes and evaluation techniques to implement a sustainable and innovative Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) program. He is a two-time space shuttle astronaut and flew on missions STS-122 and STS-129 in 2008 and 2009, respectively. Prior to joining NASA, Mr. Melvin played in the National Football League for the Detroit Lions and the Dallas Cowboys.
Photographs of Mercadito Midtown’s One Year Anniversary Cocktail Reception on 5/18/11
Alfredo Sandoval, Felipe Sandoval, Chef Patricio Sandoval and Ocean Drive Magazine present Mercadito Midtown’s One Year Anniversary Cocktail Reception on Wednesday, May 18, 2011. Â The guacamole was Amazing and the drinks were so good.
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Quality Control Presents Armed Forces Day 5/20/11
Clevelander
1020 Ocean Drive
Miami Beach, FL 33139
Catering only to the sexiest people of South Florida, Saturday nights are all about Quality Control. End the weekend on a high note with DJ LS and a different guest DJ every week, giving you the best music Miami has to offer. This week we are saluting our military heroes. Complimentary admission with a Military ID and enjoy $5 Four-Star General cocktails all night!
NBA Playoffs Are Here 5/18-24/11
Clevelander
1020 Ocean Drive
Miami Beach, FL 33139
Starting April 16, Rockstar Rewards Members receive $10 Presidente Pitchers & $5 Southern Comfort Lime during every NBA Playoff Game! Don’t have a Rockstar Rewards Card? Sign up for free in the Gift Shop! Watch the game on our jumbo screen and get great giveaways every game! We are South Beach’s Miami Heat Playoff Headquarters!
Chicago Bulls Vs Miami Heat
– May 18 @ 8:30pm – Everyone Enjoy $20 Buckets of Budweiser when the Miami Heat play!
– May 22 @ 8:30pm – GAME 3!
– May 24 @ 8:30pm – GAME 4! Everyone Enjoy $20 Buckets of Budweiser when the Miami Heat play!
Fashion show presentation by JB Couture 6/12/11
Fashion show presentation by JB Couture
June 12, 2011, 5pm to 10pm
Double Tree Hotel in the Grand Ballroom
1717 North Bayshore Drive
www.blinkpr.com
The Miami Style Presents JB Couture by Judith Barnes, to help raise awareness and funds to benefit the Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center
The Miami Style, the authority of both fashion and flair, cordially invite you to attend an event presentation — JB Couture by Judith Barnes. Judith Barnes is one of the most eclectic, influential and inspirational couture fashion designers in Miami.
Judith Barnes will be presenting three different lines from JB Couture in a non-traditional format. There will also be a special guest performing at this exclusive event. Wine and hors d’ oeuvres will be served throughout the evening.
Blue Candy Jewelry Trunk Show 5/28/11
Blue Candy Jewelry Trunk Show
May 28, 2011, 12pm-5pm
Blink PR Showroom
2509 NW 2nd avenue
blinkpr.com
Shop for a Cause and enjoy light snacks and cocktails – 10% of all sales will benefit Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation!
Blue Candy Jewelry is a new line of chic elegant gemwear that is both exciting and addictive. BCJ features the finest natural precious and semi-precious stones combined with sterling silver, yellow and rose gold and leather to create the perfect outfit for any occasion.
Like Candy, these pieces lend themselves to craving more than just one. BCJ is also a proud supporter of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation and its efforts to find a cure. For further information, please contact katherine@blinkpr.com for sample requests, orders, pricing information and appointments to view the collection.
2nd Annual Eco Lifestyle Gala Hosted by Patricia Arquette 5/19/11
Thursday, May 19th at 6:30PM
Boca Raton Resort & Club
Please join David Arquette, Rosetta & Balthazar Getty, Michael Capponi, Reid Boren, Adam Frankel, Deshon Allen, Susan Penrod, Rita Johnson, Anthony Giudice and Michelle Sanchez for the 2nd Annual Eco Lifestyle Gala, Hosted by Eco-Lifestyle Pioneer Award Recipient PATRICIA ARQUETTE.
Your attendance is requested on Thursday, May 19th at 6:30PM at the Boca Raton Resort & Club to benefit GIVE LOVE, GLOBAL GREEN USA and OFFICE DEPOT Foundation.
100% of the proceeds will benefit these non-profits, $75 tickets are available in advance online: www.ecolifestylegala.com, or $100 donation will be accepted at the door.
This will be an amazing event featuring live comedy by Jessica Kirson, live musical performance from Robby Romero and poolside sounds by Miami’s own DJ Mark Leventhal.
Your support is greatly appreciated!
*GiveLove is working on community-led sanitation projects to treat and compost waste, improve public health, and create jobs around recycling in Haiti.
*Global Green is primarily focused on global climate change through our green affordable housing initiatives, National green Schools Initiative, national and regional green building policies, advocacy and education.
*Office Depot Foundation is supporting programs that enhance quality of life for children, strengthen communities, encourage local and international economic growth, and empower schools and non-profit organizations.
High Heels and Handshakes 5/20/11
Event Benefitting “Women for Women International”.org
This is a women’s only event
This is the monthly networking event with Bonnie Kilpatrick from Flemings to support Women for Women.org. Help us tell everyone! It benefits a great cause. Copy and paste this link and then scroll down to watch “The new definition of a business woman” to see what we are about. http://www.womenforwomen.org/help-women/success-opportunity-helping-women-videos.php
diNeila Fashion Show at Follow The Sun Boutique 5/19/11
diNeila Swimwear Fashion Show at Follow The Sun Boutique
Thursday May 19, 7pm
Follow The Sun Boutique
3301 SW 22nd St Suite 107
Coral Gables Fl
Join Follow The Sun Boutique this Thursday for complimentary sushi, drinks, gift bags, and a very special fashion show showcasing diNeila Brazil swimwear and styling by Paul Mitchell.
diNeila Brazil perfectly blends sensuality and elegance, using only hand picked fabrics and gems to create their masterpieces. This fast growing swimwear line has been featured in magazines such as Glamour, InStyle, Maxim, and the revered Sports Illustrated Swimsuit edition.
The diNeila Swimwear fashion show at Follow The Sun boutique will begin at 7pm this Thursday, May 19th. To reserve a gift bag, RSVP with full name to RSVP@yourvitaminc.com
Find Follow The Sun Boutique on Facebook:
www.Facebook.com/FollowTheSunMIA
Wedding Bootcamp 5/24/11
Wedding Bootcamp
May 24, 2011, 6:00pm-8:00pm
Chic Parisien
3308 Ponce De Leon Blvd
Coral Gables, FL 33134
www.weddingsalon.com
You are cordially invited to The Wedding Bootcamp at Chic Parisien
Learn How to Plan Your Dream Wedding, Discover Insider Secrets & Make Your Special Day Flawless
See Couture Royal Wedding Inspired Gowns Enjoy Treats & Goody Bags
For $15 Promotional Tickets ($25 Value, Admits 2) Use Code SOMP at www.WeddingSalon.com Call 212.631.7777
City Year Miami Women’s Bridge Builder Luncheon Honoring Florida Lieutenant Governor Jennifer Carroll 5/19/11
1st Annual City Year Miami Women’s Bridge Builder Luncheon Presented by Walmart
Thursday, May 19, 2011 ~ 11:30am – 1:30pm
City Year Miami’s Women’s Bridge Builder Luncheon
The Woman’s Club of Coconut Grove
2985 S. Bayshore Dr
Miami, FL 33133
Honoring Florida Lieutenant Governor, Jennifer Carroll;
Philanthropist and Children’s Book Author, Jaclyn Stapp
The Women’s Bridge Builder Luncheon will bring together City Year
Miami corps members along with 120 corporate, community and philanthropic leaders from across Miami-Dade County to celebrate the spirit of service among women. City Year Miami’s 82 corps members currently spend over 140,000 hours each year to help struggling students in eight schools get back on track towards graduation by serving as tutors, mentors and role models.
The luncheon will be an afternoon to recognize and celebrate women Bridge Builders in our community. At City Year, Bridge Builders are those individuals who use their talents and resources for worthy causes and invest in the future of our community.
– The Honorable Jennifer Carroll, Lieutenant Governor, State of Florida
– Jaclyn Stapp, Philanthropist, Children’s Book author & Former Mrs. Florida
– Heather Monahan, Vice President of Sales, Beasley Broadcast Group Inc.
– Michelle Azel Belaire, Senior Manager for Public Affairs & Government Relations, Walmart
– Vivianne Bohorques, Director of School Partnerships, City Year Miami
– City Year Miami corps members
Friday happy hour at Norman’s 180 5/20/11
Norman’s 180 & Lounge 180
180 Aragon Avenue
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Happy hour from 4pm-8pm
Well brand and draft beer $4, house wine $7
Lounge Bites $6
Live music from 6pm-9pm by Lanza Musica featuring Caribbean jazz, world music, reggae, and Latin funk!
Sole Mate 5/19/11
Sole Mate
05/19/11, 8:00pm-12:00am
Secret Location
Miami Beach
One of Krystal Barbie’s newest creations, “Sole Mate†is a glamorous cocktail party where the crème de la crème come out to mix amongst Miami’s most sophisticated single young professionals (Age Range 21-45). Ladies be sure to have your hair, makeup, and nails sugarcoated and receive relationship advice from Miami’s top dating experts. Gentlemen come in full swag to enjoy sumptuous hand-crafted cocktails, soulful house music by DJ La Trice, charity art raffle, live art performance by Im Art’s Marissa Gould, and a luxurious penthouse ambiance while mingling amongst beautiful, young, and sophisticated professionals in Fashion, Film, Art, Corporate, and Music Industries. Tastemakers along with Professional Athletes, Celebrities, and top Media Personalities, as well as other recognizable figures will also be in attendance. Open bar and food donation packages are available from $25-$50 dollars. Bottle Service Packages are also available starting at $500 dollars.
For more information or RSVP email krystalbarbiersvp@gmail.com.
Location will be provided once you submit your RSVP request.
Big Night in Little Haiti 5/20/11
Big Night in Little Haiti!
Friday, May 20, 2011. 6:00 – 10:00 p.m.
Little Haiti Cultural Center
212 NE 59th Terrace
Miami, FL 33137
www.bignightlittlehaiti.com
FREE Concert in the Plaza by Haitian Singer-songwriter Beethova Obas
In the Gallery: Opening Exhibit of Contemporary Haitian Textiles
Beethova Obas builds upon Haiti’s rich diverse traditions – the elegant contribution of French chanson, African roots music, lyrical Caribbean dance rhythms. Here is world music at its best – a true fusion that speaks strongly of Haiti even as it incorporates Brazilian, Cuban, and jazz stylings. Beethova received his name, foretelling a musical future, from his father the renowned painter Charles Obas. His father was murdered under the Duvalier regime, while Beethova was still a teen.
He became determined to carry out his father’s wish, that he become a great musical artist. Over the past 30 years, his music has become a symbol of courage and of serenity. In between ballad-like melodies and rhythmic African beats, he shares his life’s story with powerful lyrics and colorful tones. He is now working with his brother Emanuel, also a singer and visual artist, and has been active in humanitarian work since last year’s earthquake.
Also at the Center:
Opening of Contemporary Haitian Textiles exhibit, presented with the Haitian Cultural Arts Alliance
FIU College of Arts and Architecture / TAG Project: hands on activity to create wearable art and shoes for the children of Haiti
Mural project by MLK Community artists
Arts and crafts vendors -Food & Drinks
For more information about local openings and events, please visit www.miamiartguide.com
Toonz out of Control by Guava De Artist 5/18/11
Wednesday, May 18 · 7:00pm – 11:00pm
Palm Court building
309 23rd Street
Miami Beach, FL 33139
Hi this Wednesday I’m having a showing for Guava De Artist from 7-11pm. We will have music, drinks & a raffle to win a piece of art. Great way to spend Hump day!
Also on display Sol @ Cando CoOp, Howard Austin Feld & Christine Alfaro’s Pinup girls & Boudoir Diaries and Tomas Loewy’s burningman exhibit.
Miami Music Television Filming Underground Junction at The Stage 5/22/11
Underground Junction featuring Steven Bauer
Sunday, May 22, 5:00pm
The Stage
170 NE 38th Street
Design District, Miami, FL
www.undergroundjunction.net
www.miamimusictelevision.com
Come be on TV with Soul Of Miami! Miami Music Television is filming a performance by Underground Junction featuring Steven Bauer at The Stage and YOU can be a part! It is totally free!
Go Green Fashionista and Expo 6/25/11
Go Green Fashionista & Expo 2011
Saturday, June 25th 6pm
Mia at Biscayne
20 Biscayne Boulevard
Miami, FL 33132
Silent Auction includes art by Romero Britto, Tagua & Orange Peel Jewelry by Catalina Mora, certificates, items from ALL eco friendly designers,vendors and more!!
Free Raffle ticket for guests that donate to ANY charity!
Tickets: www.gogreenfashionista2011.eventbrite.com
Fab C., Miami Social Media Group, Romero Britto Art Gallery, and The Fashion Designers Expo cordially invites you to “Go Green Fashionista” 2011, an annual event going 3 years strong in honoring eco-friendly fashions and styles ranging from vintage clothing to original eco-friendly accessories and wardrobe vamping. “Go Green Fashionista” will be an evening of high fashion at its smartest. With the help of these new era designers, Stylist’s will assist and showcase along with the designer’s on our mission to have others to be inspired in this new way of style, and to provide another utilizing fashion idea, while lessening their expenses. A Special Japan tribute showcasing the uniqueness of Japanese fashion , styled by Celebrity Stylist Joey Rolon, pulling pieces from his South Beach store “Funky Sexy Coutureâ€. Rolon is known for enhancing fashion with a cutting edge, styling for fashionista’s such as Lady Gaga, Pink, Lil’ Kim, Ciara, Madonna and more. Rolon has his styles featured in high fashion magazines such as Elle, W, and of course Ocean Drive to name a few. You can also catch styles by Joey Rolon worn by celebs on many red carpet appearances. He is also behind the creation of the famous decorated eye wear glasses worn by “Jersey Shore†cast member Snooki.
Fashion Showcase will also include: RAX Collection, jewelry and accessories that are Earth friendly and handcrafted with natural materials from the environment; Inta Gansone’s funky style dresses made out of newspaper and other recycled products; Haitian Hand Bag Designer, Adjanie Muller, embodied by the environment with natural materials and great influence from her Caribbean lifestyle. You can find her collection in various stores in South Florida. AshikoBela by Jessica Jimenez designs exquisite handcrafted one-of-a-kind frames with designs adorned with reused chains, lace, studs, and crystals, with her personal artist (Joel Arellano) to hand-paint to transition their style. Vintage fashion is also one of the most popular fashion forward steps to going green. Enjoy fashion showcase filled with styles ranging from the 60’s to the 90’s with a bit of today’s edge by RagHouse:Vintage Indie Fashion. Joining “Go Green Fashionista†this year will be Miami’s own, The Fashion Designers Expo who will be coordinating the entire fashion show production.
Guests attending will be able to sample eco-friendly products as well as visit different vendor booth presenting their “green” products such as natural soaps, beauty products, skin care amongst others. Complimentary organic food, vegetarian appetizers, natural juices, fruits, and more!! Also enjoy Organic Vodka tasting inside!
This year, our eco friendly fashion designer’s will each represent a charity organization dealing with the environment, clothing the poor, donations, amongst others and help. ALL guests will be able to help their favorite designer by helping them in fundraising and donations to their chosen charity, including relief efforts for Japan and Haiti. Guests will also be provided with information on all organizations for their support. Enjoy a night of eco friendly fashion showcasing and art, while helping each with the awareness of their charity.
www.habitat.org
www.friendsoftheorphans.org
www.oglhaiti.com
www.thebigblueandyou.com
www.peaceloveinternational.org
www.cellphonesforsoldiers.com
www.miamirescuemission.com
www.fredomisnotfree.com
Business Card Exchange 5/19/11
FabulousMiami.com Business Card Exchange
Thursday, May 19th, 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm
The Roof Top at Mayfair Hotel
3000 Florida Ave
Coconut Grove
For a Night of Business Card Exchange
RSVP to RSVP@fabulousmiami.com by May 17th,2011
Bring your business card to participate in a raffle to win $50.00 gift certificate to the spa & 2 Marlins tickets.
Complimentary welcome drink by Revolucion Tequila
Dress Code: Business attire
For questions or Table Reservations please contact rsvp@fabulousmiami.com or at 786-393-5850 ext 201
Celebrate Green Schools ChallengeTeachers and school green initiatives 5/18/11
Wednesday May 18, 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Stearns Weaver Law Firm
150 West Flagler Street
3rd Floor
Miami, FL, FL 33130
Join Stearns Weaver and Dream in Green this Wednesday, May 18, 2011, 5:30pm- 7:30pm, to celebrate our Green Schools Challenge teachers and principals who have led the way in greening their schools this year.
Our teachers and principals are at the frontline of the future and their abounding energy and passion for creating a greener world is truly inspirational. Come out and show your appreciation for the awesome job they do every day!
Complimentary parking in the Museum Tower.
R.S.V.P. required, just click here.
2011 Summer Cabaret Concert Series featuring Kirk Green 6/25/11
Kirk Green – Jazz and Reggae
Saturday, June 25, 2011
Deering Estate at Cutler
16701 SW 72 Ave
Miami FL 33157
More Info.
The Deering Estate’s Cabaret Concert Series features eclectic and world music artists in the intimate setting of the historic Stone House Ballroom. All concerts begin at 8 pm; the main gate opens at 7 pm. It is recommended to arrive early for preferred seating. Guests are welcome to bring refreshments and snacks to enjoy during the show.
Single tickets are $20 or $55 for the three-concert series. Limited seating is available. Advance tickets are recommended. Tickets can be purchased online for an additional fee of $2.50 for each single ticket. Tickets can also be purchased by calling the Deering Estate Ticket Office at 305-235-1668 ext. 233.
VodkaPalooza at Midtown Miami Vintage Liquor and Wine Bar 5/28/11
Vintage Liquor and Wine Bar II at Midtown Miami to Host First-Ever Vodka-tasting Competitions
Saturday, May 28, 2:00pm – 6:00pm
Vintage Liquor and Wine Bar II
Midtown 4
3301 N.E. 1st Ave Suite 105
Miami, FL 33137
Vintage Liquor and Wine Bar II lifts “spirits†with their first-ever vodka tasting completion, Vodka-Palooza, where guests will have a chance to sample and vote for their favorites in the categories of Imported, Domestic and Flavored. Participating brands include Ciroc, Dekuyper, Smirnoff, Ketel One and Perfect Vodka, to name a few.
The event will feature two voting types, the “popular” vote which will be based on the votes casted by the guests attending and tasting, and the “professional” vote, which will be determined by a panel of judges. Of course, this will be a Blind Tasting!
Attendees will also have the chance to win a variety of prizes which include Glasses, Hats, T-Shirts, and other Surprises. Event fee is $5.00 per person.
Photographs of Miami Beach Art Speaks Many Languages at The Welcome Center on 5/16/11
Miami Beach Art Speaks Many Languages at The Miami Beach Welcome Center on Monday, May 16, 2011.  As part of its renewed programs, in 2011 the City of Miami Beach is hosting an international art exhibition in celebration of the City’s 11 sister cities, which represent the following countries: Brazil, Canada, Colombia, Israel, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Peru, and Spain.
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Ad Valorem Title Networker 5/18/11
Complimentary Drinks and Bites at Yardhouse | Ad Valorem Title Networker
Real Estate/Finance Networking
Meet New Colleagues, Make New Contacts…
Wed, May 18th, 2011
7:00pm – 10:00pm
…YardHouse at Gulfstream Park
Complimentary Admission and Hors d’oeuvres
Expected Turnout: 60-100 Representatives
For professionals in real estate related industries – Invited industries: Real Estate, Banking, Title, Foreclosure, Closings, Document Solutions, Roofing, Landscaping, Mortgages, Asset Management,
Hosted by: Ad Valorem title and Services
The Wolfsonian-FIU and the Yale Club Present More than Good Intentions 5/20/11
Friday, May 20, 2011
The Wolfsonian-FIU and the Yale Club Present More than Good
Intentions: How a New Economics is Helping to Solve Global Poverty–Friday, May 20
Meet Yale Professor of Economics Dean Karlan at The Wolfsonian–FIU
6pm: Open mixer for Yale, Stanford, Cornell and Duke alumni clubs plus interested Wolfsonian members. Professor Karlan will be present and meet attendees.
6:45pm: Presentation by Professor Karlan on his vision on global poverty and microfinancing. Professor Karlan will also answer questions from the audience.
7:30-9pm: Guided tours of The Wolfsonian including Yale University Art collection on loan.
For questions, contact Yale Club President David Sanchez at 305.562.9029 or by email at drsanchez@stonehaven-llc.com
Arts at St Johns presents Miami Brass 5/22/11
Sunday, May 22, 3 pm
Arts at St Johns at St Johns on the Lake
4760 Pinetree Dr
Miami Beach, 33140
www.artsatstjohns.com
Price: $20.00 at Door. $15.00 Online.
Miami Brass Featuring
Brian Neal – Trumpet
Bobby Keating – Trumpet
Domingo Pagliuca – Trombone
Dave Brubeck – Trombone
Miami Brass has been wowing South Florida audiences with the glorious sounds of a collection of soloists drawn from top-notch orchestras and ensembles.
Led by Brian Neal, former Dallas Brass solo-trumpet, Miami Brass produces a unique range of expression with a broad classical repertoire.
Program
Galliard Battaglia – Samuel Scheidt
Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring – J.S. Bach
Canzona per sonare No. 1 – Giovanni Gabrieli
Canzona Bergamasca – Samuel Scheidt
Quartet No. 5 – Wilhelm Ramsoe
That’s A-Plenty – arranged by Jack Gale
In The Company of Women 5/21/11
In The Company of Women
May 21, 2011, 7pm to 10pm
Gallery 101
3350 NE 33rd St.
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
www.gallery-101.com
The May Group Show “In the Company of Women” at Gallery 101 will highlight the amazing artworks of a group of three women artists:
Susan Wood (Susie Q)
Amalia Brujis
Wendy White
Susan Q Wood aka SusieQ, is an accomplished, award winning artist, author of Speak Your Truth, and Get on with Your Life and the publisher of Natural Awakenings Magazine in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. This magazine supports the health and wellness industry. She knew her art was on the right path when she started hearing how it made viewers feel. Once she heard them say that the artwork had become an important part of their environment, that it “spoke†to them in a loving way that fostered a positive attitude, she knew her creations were fulfilling their mission. By offering images in many different ways and formats, SusieQ intends to see her art fulfill its mission not only for individuals, groups and communities, but by contributing to the broader consciousness across the globe.
Amaila Brujis is fascinated with painting people. Initially, she painted these characters walking or running towards the horizon, melting in the distance with the colors of the sand and the sea. These landscapes were inspired in the deserts and the ocean near Lima, Peru where she grew up. There was a sense of loneliness, nostalgia of something gone, a quiet emotion, like the desert. The complexities of the human interaction in the streets of Miami, New York, London and Tel Aviv. Her images come from photographs I take in streets, museums or train stations. They come and go. Some appear to be in a hurry, and some are distracted, thoughtful, mysterious, lonely, or lost in the distance. Each person has his own story. In a multitude one may feel a sense of loneliness, but at the same time feel they are apart of humanity, going to the same place, sharing a common destiny.
Wendy White paints with the sensitivity of divine inspiration. Each painting is a medium in which she channels energies from the creative realm in order to manifest on the canvas. Using the medium of oils and glazes she strives to achieve a resonance of light that the “Old Masters” utilized in the Impressionist era. She often paints to music, and has found “rhythm†the unifying element of all the art forms including painting, writing, dance, and theatre. Each painting becomes a drum, as the “rhythm” of each brush stroke develops into a beating crescendo of colors vibrating to a complete musical symphony of tone. The rhythm floats the form – and the painting is revealed. Each painting has a destiny; and it is not hers as the artist to keep – the art of painting is a gift in which she receives in order to survive and she have learned to help others by utilizing this gift for the better good of the world. Painting is a consistent source of inspiration. As each canvas goes fo
rth in the world they are gifts of light for all to enjoy.
Come celebrate with us the Beautiful and seductive month of May, which we decided to designate as women’s month at Gallery 101.
Artist’s reception with wine & cheese will be served.
Exhibit runs from May 21-June 3
Networking at Club 50 5/19/2011
Networking @ Club 50
5/19/2011, Starts @ 7pm
Club 50 @ Viceroy in Brickell
485 Brickell Ave.
Miami, FL
More Info.
Come unwind with the USGBC SF Miami-Dade & Keys Branch THIS Thursday. Join us for Complimentary Cocktails from 7-8pm.
Enjoy an evening of GREENworking at the Viceroy’s Club 50 in Brickell. Expand your network while you mingle and meet with other professionals.
Must be 21+. Attire: Business Casual. See you there!
GG Art Show at Philippe 5/19/11
GG Art Show at Philippe
May 19, 2011, 10 p.m.
Philippe Chow
2305 Collins Ave. Miami Beach, FL 33130
www.taient.com
Tai Entertainment Presents Gg Artwork At Philippe
TAI Entertainment presents a very special evening at Philippe Chow
with Miami-based Pop Artist GG, on Thursday, May 19, at 10 p.m., at Philippe Chow in Miami Beach. In addition to GG’s work on display throughout Philippe, the artist will also be showcasing a live body painting demonstration on one of Miami Beaches
most beautiful women. Join us for a celebratory evening of one-of-a-kind
artwork, creative cocktails, and of course Philippe’s delectable menu
(VIP prix fixe menu available for $45/per person). GG’s work is based
on expression using characters, symbols and shapes, evolving into his many creations over the years.
Table and bottle reservations highly recommended – call (305) 674-0250.
RSVP at RSVP@taient.com.
In Somebody Wants To Say A Prayer 5/20-21/11
In Somebody Wants To Say A Prayer
Friday 20 de May and Saturday 21., 8;30 pm
“Akuara Teatro Workshop Theater Avellaneda”
Bird Road Art District
4599 Sw 75 Ave
Miami 33155
Tickets $ 20.00 .
free parking
For more info: 786 853 1283 Akuarateatro1@gmail.com
http://akuarateatro.blogspot.com
“Maroma Players” presents: “Somebody Wants To Say A Prayer”
by José Abreu Felippe.
Directed by: Rolando Moreno
In Somebody Wants To Say A Prayer, Abreu stirred by a overwhelming event (his mother died in 1995, after being hit by a car) assembles and disassembles, boldly, crucial passages in the life and death of a female victim of an accident; and the devastating effects that her sudden death causes on her loved ones. It is extremely difficult to summarize this complex and heart wrenching play, full of surprises, which explores with great theatrical expertise an absurd and dreadful incident.
CAST:
Tomás Doval / Actor 1
Leandro Peraza / Actor 2
KCC Productions and the Van Dyke Cafe present Silvano Monasterios and the Fourth World Ensemble 5/19/11
KCC Productions and the Van Dyke Cafe present Silvano Monasterios and the Fourth World Ensemble
Thursday, May 19, at 9 PM
The Van Dyke
846 Lincoln Road
South Beach.
For more information, call 305-534-3600 or visit thevandykecafe.com.
[featuring music from] their new CD, “Unconditional”.
Voted “Best Jazz Musician in Miami (2009)” by the Miami New Times, pianist-composer Silvano Monasterios hails from Caracas, Venezuela. After obtaining an “Outstanding Soloist Award†at the University of Colorado in 1991, Silvano received a music scholarship from the University of Miami, from which he earned a Bachelor of Music in 1995.
Silvano has performed with a number of important artists including Ira Sullivan, Terumasa Hino & the World Jazz All-Stars, Othello Molineaux, Dave Liebman, Melton Mustafa, Marc Johnson, Donald Byrd, Alan Harris, Paquito D’Rivera, Arturo Sandoval, Nathen Page, Randy Brecker, Sammy Figueroa, Paul Wertico, Mark Egan, Shakira, David Lee Roth, and Nestor Torres.
In 1998, Silvano was voted “New Artist of the Year†at the Hennessy Cognac Jazz Search in New York City. 1998 also marked the release of his first CD, Roads Not Taken, which received outstanding reviews in the U.S. and Latin America.
He earned his Master’s Degree in Jazz Piano and Pedagogy in 2004 from The University of Miami. DownBeat Magazine honored Silvano as the winner of its “Best Jazz Instrumental Soloist Award†in the 28th Annual (2005) Student Music Awards. In 2006, his new recording, Fostered, was released. Fostered features all original compositions, including “Avilaâ€, mentioned above.
In 2007, Dogleg Records, a new independent company, released a recording of a live concert by the Wertico/Egan/Monasterios Trio entitled “Jazz Impressions”. Silvano composed, performed & co-produced two songs, including the title track, of the 2008 GRAMMY-nominated album, “The Magician”, by Sammy Figueroa & His Latin Jazz Explosion. This wonderful CD has been nominated as “Best Latin Jazz Album of the Year”.
The 4th World Ensemble, emerging in 2007 from Monasterios’ desire to experiment with the fusion of Latin Rhythms, World Music and Pure Jazz, features Monasterios on piano, accompanied by percussion, drums, bass and saxophone. The ensemble performs all original music composed and arranged by Silvano, and this year will release a new CD, “Unconditional,†on Savant Records.
Refresh, Recharge and Rejuvenate at the Acqualina Wellness Expo 5/30/11
Refresh, Recharge, And Rejuvenate During Acqualina’s Inaugural Wellness Expo
5/30/11, 11-3pm
Acqualina Resort and Spa
17875 Collins Avenue
Sunny Isles Beach, FL
Acqualina Kicks Off Memorial Day Weekend with an Experiential Wellness Expo, Spa Wellness Package and Oceanfront Yoga Classes
Acqualina Resort & Spa on the Beach, South Florida’s ultra-luxury beachfront retreat, invites South Florida locals, guests and residents to join in a day of educational activities during its inaugural Wellness Expo on Monday, May 30th on the Great Lawn. The Wellness Expo will feature exhibits from local holistic wellness participants and allow guests to experience a full day of fitness and health.
Expo Participants include: • Acqualina Spa by ESPA • Aqquatix USA • Mind Body Weight Loss • Sobe Spine • Functional Holistic Wellness • Elite Hypnotherapy • Rohr Acupuncture • YOGIIZA • Anti-Aging Clinic FL • One Bag, One Life
Expo participants will display pop-up booths offering information on benefits of yoga, health foods, organic products and a holistic lifestyle. Guests are welcome to participate in 108 Sun Salutations Class Sponsored by Yogiiza from 1pm-3pm. A limited amount of mats will be provided (guests are welcome to bring their own mats). No prior experience is required.
Wellness Expo is complimentary for hotel guests and residents.
General Admission for locals is $35 per person. Valet parking is available at discounted price of $8. Children are welcome.
To purchase tickets for the Acqualina Wellness Expo, visit http:// wellnessatacqualina.eventbrite.com. For more information write to info@neptunecomm.com
Spa Wellness Package* Acqualina’s award-winning Spa by ESPA is also offering a relaxing Memorial Day weekend spa getaway with its “Spa Wellness Package.†This one weekend, enjoy a health and wellness escape inclusive of Two ESPA Holistic Facials, Two ESPA Aromatherapy Massages, Two Yoga Classes, Daily Continental Breakfast for Two and Complimentary Access for Two to the Acqualina Wellness Expo. Rooms rates ranging from Inracoastal rooms starting at $525 to Deluxe One-Bedroom Oceanfront Suites starting at $1225. The Spa Wellness Package is exclusively available from Friday, May 27th to Tuesday, May 31, 2011. Minimum three-night stay is required. For reservations please call (877) 729-3734.
Oceanfront Yoga Classes This Memorial Day weekend Acqualina also unveils a new offering to guests, residents and Diamond Rewards loyalty program members providing access to weekly yoga classes. Classes are held Wednesdays at 8:30am, Saturdays at 9:00am and Sundays at 9:00am beginning May 21st. Classes are $25 per session. For reservations please call 305-918-6844.
*Package available through May 31, 2011. Daily rates in US Dollars, based on single/ double occupancy, are subject availability and 13% tax. Rates and tax subject to change. Minimum night stay requirement is three nights. Subject to availability and blackout dates apply. Spa Wellness Package room rates vary by room type. Certain restrictions apply. Yoga classes are on Saturday and Sunday at 9am.
Friday, May 27th – Tuesday, May 31st 11:00am – 3:00pm
Acqualina Resort & Spa on the Beach is a place where the charm of a Mediterranean villa meets elegance on the beach and is the recipient of the coveted 2011 AAA Five Diamond Award for the second consecutive year. Located on 4.5 beachfront acres with 400 feet of stunning Atlantic Ocean coastline, Acqualina features 188 residences and 97 impeccable guests rooms and suites, a 20,000 s.f. ESPA oceanfront spa, two oceanfront restaurants including the acclaimed Il Mulino New York, three oceanfront swimming pools and an innovative marine biology-based AcquaMarine children’s program. Acqualina Resort & Spa on the Beach is located at 17875 Collins Avenue, Sunny Isles Beach, Florida. For more information on Acqualina, please visit www.acqualina.com. For reservations, please call 888.804.4338.
An Intimate Evening with the Teflon Don- Rick Ross Presented by Posh Nation 5/27/11
“An Intimate Evening with the Teflon Don- Rick Ross†Presented by Posh Nation
May 27, 2011, 10pm
Club Space
34 NE 11 Ave
Miami, Fl
33132
Club Space Friday May 27th 10pm — Posh Nation presents “An Intimate Evening with the Teflon Don†featuring hip-hop superstar Rick Ross. The indoor concert will kick off Memorial Day Weekend at Club Space, located in downtown Miami at 34 NE 11 Ave. Guest performers at the Posh Nation event will include Ace Hood, Black Dada and Scotty Boi. This will be Ross’ first concert performance for the Memorial Day Weekend festivities.
“An Intimate Evening with the Teflon Don†will take place during Urban Beach Weekend, with more than 350,000 urbanites expected to flock to Miami for the celebrations. The event will kick off the Memorial Day Weekend as one of the most highly anticipated events of the season. “Only a coveted few will get to experience this intimate VIP event. We are looking to cater to more discerning tastes,†said Eliseo Martinez co-founder of Posh Nation, “Not only will Rick Ross perform mere feet away, but party alongside concert goers as well.†“You can expect a lot of surprises, as many of my friends in the music industry will be in town and swing on by to support me. I’m excited for the opportunity to be able to perform among my fans,†explains Rick Ross.
“We thought it was the optimum time to provide a unique experience for patrons to enjoy and do something that they don’t ordinarily have the opportunity to do: at least that’s the goal in this case,†said Luis Fernandez, co-founder president of Posh Nation, “Rick Ross was the perfect choice in performer, and Space was the perfect venue.†Space which is known historically for its Techno and Dance themed crowds, and its generous 25,000 square feet of dance floor, will be transformed into a 12-hour indoor hip hop festival. The first floor of the venue will house ongoing performances by artists Ace Hood and Black Dada. The second floor of the venue where Ross will perform includes a sky room that is decorated with bamboo shoots, Asian structures, and an extended bar. Posh Nation co-founder Domingo Ramos stated, “This event is about bringing the fans into intimate contact with the artist; that’s what makes it so unique. You’ll be entertained and remember the great time that you had with one of your favorite artists. We want people to know that Posh Nation is a way of life.â€
General Admission tickets will be available for $50-$85, while VIP tickets are available starting at $100. Tickets can be purchased at wantickets.com and groovetickets.com. Dress code will be strictly enforced. Power 96 and 99 Jamz will distribute tickets through live, on-air ticket give-aways.
RODEZart.com Gallery Presents David Acevedo What Matters Most Opening 6/4/11
RODEZart.com Gallery Presents: “WHAT MATTERS MOST†a David Acevedo solo exhibition
Vernissage will be held on Saturday, June 4, 2011
during Coconut Grove Gallery Walk from 7 to 10 p.m.
CocoWalk
3015 Grand Ave., Suite 237
Coconut Grove, FL 33133
As an artist, David Acevedo has constantly experimented with multiple subjects and media. Just recently he has created a series of works in which he has simplified and aligned the subject matter in a very straight forward, yet honest way. Matters is a collection of paintings that explore a recent self-imposed remedy to ever-changing expressions for Acevedo. It consists in a body of work in which the relationship between color and shape are the primary subjects allowing the viewer to see what matters most, obvious at times but holding secrets yet to be discovered. The simplicity and back-to-basics nature of these works offer an appealing and rewarding experience to the artist. Acevedo states, “There are all sorts of ‘matters’ going on in my head and my heart during the creative process.†Moreover, to look into the world of David Acevedo is perhaps to mirror our own desire as individuals to return to a world of innocence, naiveté, and serenity as we all seek to find What Matters Most in our lives.
June 4 – 25, 2011
Gallery hours are Monday through Thursday, 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and
Friday and Saturday, 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Young collectors welcomed! We look forward to meeting you and thank you for supporting the Arts.
Artist Miguel Paredes and PK Graphics present 15th Annual Miami Pro-Am Dance Styles Expo 5/20-22/11
Artist Miguel Paredes & Pk Graphics Present 15th Annual Miami Pro-Am Dance Styles Expo
Friday, May 20
Kung Fu Lounge @ Catalina Hotel
1720 Collins Avenue, South Beach
Registration & Bboy History Panels 7pm – 9pm
Opening Party 9pm – 2am
DJ’s: Klassik, Metafour, Chillski, Jock D
Red Bar @ Catalina Hotel
1732 Collins Avenue, South Beach
DJ Panel & DJ Battle 7pm – 11pm
Hosted by DJ Sama
Guest Panelists & Judges: DJ Doo Wop (NYC), Epps (G-Unit), Nick V (Baka Boys), Stevie D, Jungle Boy, Larry Larr
MC Battle & After Party 11pm -2am
Hosted by: K-Solo & Serum
DJ’s: Solo 138, Heron
Saturday, May 21: 3pm -10pm
Grand Central Night Club
697 North Miami Avenue
Miami, FL 33136
$20 Entry, $10 for HS & College Student Groups of 5 or more w/ID
Free for kids under 12
Dance Competitions
Breaking, B-girl, 3on3, Brooklyn Rock and Popping Competitions
DJ’s: Trails, Solo 138, Magic, Slice, Stevie D, Juneski
Performances by Hip Hop Legends:
Featuring exclusive new material from K-Solo, Cannibus, Sharpshooters, Serum, Eddie Hizpanik, Butta Verses, 2e and for the first time ever on stage K-Solo’s 19 year old son “DaVinci”
Aerial show by Lash Lashway
After Party 10:30pm -3am
Maxine’s Lounge @ Catalina
1756 Collins Avenue, South Beach
DJ’s: TMS, Papito, Casey Masem, J-Sonic
Sunday, May 22: 2pm-7pm
9th Street & Ocean Dr. – South Beach
Dance Cyphers, Live Percussion and Writers Bench
Expo to showcase the best in break dance and hip-hop beginning May 20th
Local artist and urban realist Miguel Paredes and his nationwide graphic design and printing company, PK Graphics, are the presenting sponsors for the 15th annual MIAMI PRO-AM Dance Styles Expo, the first break dance conference in the world and longest running hip-hop dance competition in the US east coast. 2011’s expo begins on Friday, May 20th and runs through Sunday, May 22nd at various South Florida locations.
Since its inception in 1997 by break dance pioneer Richard “Speedy Legs” Fernandez, the MIAMI PRO-AM Dance Styles Expo has been instrumental in bringing together thousands of the world’s best dancers and hip-hop talent to Miami and South Beach. Dancers and artists are confirmed to compete from all parts of the world including the West Coast, New York, France, Morocco and Colombia. In addition, the expo will also feature a DJ and MC Battle, panels, displayed artwork, performances from hip-hop legends such as K-Solo and Cannibus and a closing party in Lummus Park.
The event is produced by Hip-Hop Elements and hosted by Speedy Legs & DJ Trails. Artist Miguel Paredes and Speedy Legs have a long-standing relationship dating back to the 80s, when Miguel was an active graffiti artist and Speedy was dancing on the streets of New York. Miguel and PK Graphics previously sponsored the PRO-AM Dance Styles Expo in late 90s.
Crescendo Lounge Premiere Party 5/25/11
Wednesday, May 25 · 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Crescendo Blues and Jazz Lounge
2201 Biscayne Blvd
Join us for an evening of excitement, Celebrating Downtown Miami’s Newest Hot Spot! Featuring a NEW menu, NEW staff, a NEW Bands. Its the Premiere Party and we would love and appreciate your attendance.
There will be Complimentary Champagne, Discreet Eats and Treats and Featured Chef Henry’s Specials.
Base Paint The Auction Event 5/25/11
Base Paint | The Auction
A Contemporary Art Auction Event & Curated Exhibition
To Help Raise Funds To Support The Secondary School At L’athletique D’haiti Where Base Paint Tents Will Be Installed
Wednesday, May 25th from 7:00 PM – 11:00PM
*Silent Auction closes at 10:00PM
Ideobox Artspace
2417 North Miami Avenue (Wynwood)
Miami, Florida 33137
www.ideobox.com
Ideobox Artspace, SaludArte Foundation, Fundación Manos del Sur, Step by Step Foundation, and Curators Antuan & Tanya Brillembourg join forces as they prepare for Base Paint | The Auction event to benefit the Base Paint Project. The tents have arrived in Haiti and will be installed this summer as part of a secondary school on the property of L’Athletique d’Haiti. The funds raised will help to finance the new school’s operational costs and ensure the continuation of the work that was begun with the Base Paint Tents. The contemporary art auction and curated exhibition is open to the public with complimentary admission.
Base Paint | The Auction will feature over 45 artists that have generously donated works of art to help raise these funds. For a list of artists and auction pieces, visit www.basepaint.org. While guests view the silent auction and place bids at Ideobox Artspace, the space will host a variety of refreshments and entertainment. On hand to set the vibe will be famed band Miami City Mix and later in the evening DJ Umber Bandi-Ville will be mixing beats. Artist Leni Ibarguengoytia will unveil her event installation on crate boxes which will act as lounge areas. Bacardi cocktails sponsored by a private donor will be available to quench the thirst of those who savor Diego’s Andalucia Tapas & Deli’s paella and Zucchero Ristorante Bistro’s hors d’oeuvres. Robert Duval, founder of L’Athletique d’Haiti, will be at the auction to announce a special thank you to everyone who has participated in the project including the artists, sponsors and volunteers. Duval will be available for interviews regarding the project, his school, and Haiti. For more information on the foundation, visit www.lathletiquedhaiti.org.
*Metered parking is available on North Miami Avenue and side-streets. Valet is also available.
The artwork will be on view at Ideobox Artspace until June 30, 2011 on Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM and on Saturdays by appointment. For appointments, please contact Alexandra Gauthier at 305.576.9878 or alexandragauthier@ideobox.com.
Kiki Hamann Opens Canine Couture Boutique 5/21/11
Saturday, May 21 · 8:00pm – 11:00pm
Coco walk Coconut Grove
Grand Ave
Coconut Grove, FL
www.kikihamann.com
scheduled for May 21, 2011, an affair that promises to be the greatest dog event ever.
Kiki Hamann’s personal publicist, Edward de Valle of AMGW agency in conjunction with the Coco Walk Management Group, will coordinate the happening. Guests from around the world are expected to attend
Kiki Hamann Canine Couture is an eccentric luxury lifestyle brand that creates the very best in high-end canine merchandise. Aimed at the stylish dog lover, designs are promised an exclusive hand-made touch, and range from one-of-a-kind harnesses and handbags to chic apparel. Kiki Hamann creates in the USA unique products from imported top quality materials such as leather, suede, faux fur, fine lace and silk, with guaranteed durability and attention to artisan-ship.
Coco Walk is Miami’s ultimate destination for shopping, dining & entertainment. As the first lifestyle center in Florida, Coco Walks’ unique grounds and buildings were carefully designed to blend seamlessly into the surroundings of Coconut Grove, a bayside boating village known for being eclectic and always exciting. Coco Walk is dog friendly and welcomes visitors and their fur friends in every venue.
AMGW agency was founded on April 12th, 2001 as a media buying company; today de Valle II has strategically positioned the company to be among the world’s premiere agencies – by expanding its global reach and by providing a service that is not only desired, but essential. AMGW agency executes marketing strategies in all seven continents. AMGW agency recently formed an alliance with Trusted Translations, Inc., a global translations company that offer translations services in more than 100 languages.
Connections and Cocktails Power Edition 5/18/11
Wednesday, May 18, 6:30-9:30pm
Ruth’s Chris, 2320 Salzedo Street
Coral Gables
CREATIVAS Group PR along with Body Sculpting & South Florida Luxury Guide Magazine invite you to a networking social event where South Florida top professionals meet to enhance their business and community.
As our guest we invite you to meet and mingle at the exclusive Ruth’s Chris Steak House. Enjoy savory bites from Ruth’s Chris’ award winning kitchen while sipping on Herradura Tequila cocktails.
RSVP: gpineres@creativasgroup.com
University Of Miami Wynwood Project Space Presents Audrey Hynes: neither here nor there 6/10-11/11
University Of Miami Wynwood Project Space Presents Audrey Hynes neither here nor there
two opening receptions for the artist,
Friday, June 10th from 7pm to 9pm
Saturday, June 11th from 2pm to 9pm
UM’s Wynwood Project Space
2200A NW 2nd Avenue.
www.as.miami.edu/art.
neither here nor there by Audrey Hynes will be on view from June 10 – 26, 2011
UM presents the Master of Fine Arts exhibition by Audrey Hynes on view beginning June 10, 2011. neither here nor there aims to evoke the familiar and the fantastical through non-site objects, on-site installation, site-specific installation, sculpture, video, sound and photography as documentation.
The basis of her work is conceptual, in an effort to rethink and recontextualize our perception of reality. The artist has said that the project specifically explores issues of material and location, by investigating an invasive species, the melaleuca tree, that has altered the physical terrain of the Everglades and South Florida. The exploration and manipulation of the materials becomes the process of each project, where the artwork is about process and time rather than static and enduring. The projects are relative to time and place within the site, they are temporary arrangements that are subject to change and become more of a sequence and narrative with each rearrangement, they are ephemeral like the material. The environmental, political and social conditions of the site are discovered through an exploration of location, material, process, and production.
Her projects are invented realities presented as fact that employ a pseudoscientific approach by using a variety of materials each with a corresponding process that becomes a major component for the overall inspiration and communication of the project. The actualization of the work occurs in two ways: either the artist begins with a solid idea and employs materials to certain ends, or my methodology begins as experimentation and leads to new discoveries and objects. This practice helps ensure an intuitive creative reaction that directly feeds her concept allowing an openness to new discoveries and provides fodder for developing dynamic, layered, stories. Her investigations frequent the topics of temporality, space, and time, and she is interested in the role that imagination plays in forming and reforming these physical properties of experience.
Her work is partially autobiographical and she attempts to detach herself from it to place it in a larger context with the intention of expressing a variety of feelings evident through human behavior. Each sculpture, photograph and installation relates to a theory where a subjective experience is in relation to a phenomena. The directedness that each project attempts to embody is an experience that is worldly, and inviting interaction and thought. By portraying her work as documentation of an actual experience, she attempts to evoke a sense of empathy with the object.
Hynes was born in Atlanta, Georgia and currently lives and works in Miami. She obtained her BFA from University of New Mexico in Studio Arts and a Post Baccaulaurette Certificate in New Genres from the San Francisco Art Institute.
Food trucks join local chefs at Feeding South Florida for service day 5/19/11
Food Trucks To Join Local Miami-Dade, Broward Chefs During Service Day At Feeding South Florida
Thursday, May 19, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Feeding South Florida
2501 SW 32 Terrace
Pembroke Park, FL 33023
Tel. 954-518-1818
No charge to participate in service day. However, anyone who purchases Taste of the Nation tickets that day will receive a 20% discount.
Community outreach project to kickoff two of South Florida’s premier culinary benefits, Share Our Strength’s Taste of the Nation Fort Lauderdale & Miami
Local chefs will take a short break from their kitchens to fill boxes with food for the hungry at Feeding South Florida to kickoff this year’s Share Our Strength’s Taste of the Nation Miami and Fort Lauderdale events. In support of this great effort, several Food Trucks will participate as well by selling lunch and donating partial proceeds back to the organization. So far chef participants who will work in the Feeding South Florida warehouse include Chef Allen’s, Inc., Joe’s Stone Crab, Fairmont Turnberry Isle, China Grill, BRIO Tuscan Grille, Blue Tree Café and Catered Bliss, and others will be announced closer to Thursday.
The public is invited to play a part in the service day, which will also include a DJ from Mike Sipe Entertainment.
South Florida’s premier culinary benefits return to the Broward County Convention Center on Thursday, June 2 and then to the legendary Fairmont Turnberry Isle resort on Thursday, July 7. All ticket sales will be contributed to Share Our Strength, the nation’s leading nonprofit organization working to end childhood hunger in America.
During the community service day, chefs will tour Feeding South Florida’s Broward headquarters and will spend a couple hours assisting the distribution center’s staff and volunteers with sorting donated food items and checking for expiration dates, dents, damages and leaks.
Each year, Miami-Dade and Broward’s hottest chefs and mixologists donate their time, talent and passion during Share Our Strength’s Taste of the Nation Miami with one goal in mind: to raise the critical funds needed to end childhood hunger. There are over 17 million kids in America with 637,000 of this total in Florida – that’s 1 in 4 children—who do not know when or where they’ll have their next meal. In South Florida, funds are distributed to a number of beneficiaries like Feeding South Florida, which is the state’s largest food bank. For more information and to purchase tickets for Taste of the Nation, call 1-877-26-TASTE or visit www.strengthflorida.org.
With the increase in demand for food, Feeding South Florida is always looking for volunteers. For more information on how you can help, visit www.feedingsouthflorida.org.
Art Walk in Wynwood, a great experience for art lovers By Betty Alvarez
I have always enjoyed artwalk in the Design District and that is where I usually go when I am in the area. However, I realized that I have not been to a Wynwood Art Walk for as long as I can remember. Therefore, as the date of the Wynwood Art Walk was approaching and two great events were happening in that area, I just had to try it out. This was the beginning of many firsts for me.
To begin, two of the galleries were opening at 5 p.m. instead of the usual 7 p.m., that gave me more time to scout the area. I parked near a parking lot which was the meeting place of the all-famous food trucks: Ms. Cheezious, The Mexican Gourmet, Daddy’s Grill, Che Grill, Red Koi, Sakaya Kitchen, and many more. It was a food truck lover’s delight. I have heard of the food trucks but never experience eating from one. I tried the pork croquettes from Sakaya kitchen and the Beef soft tacos from The Mexican Gourmet. YUM! It was hot right out of the oven and fresh. You just want to eat it right away. It was a great first time experience. I never knew that the area also had mobile bars and benches which art goers can enjoy their delectable meals. Although I understand that the food trucks have to work in an area where it is feasible for them but I would have liked that the parking lot to be more pedestrian friendly as the ground was not all smooth for walking. I had to walk in the midst of rocks and debris. Apart from that, a very good experience that I want to come back.
One of the first galleries I visited was Miguel Paredes Gallery. This contemporary artist is very gifted in his work. Very modernistic and every artwork is unique in its own way. I never seen anything like it. On this occasion, beverages was sponsored by Chivas and appetizers were from D. Rodriguez Cuba on Ocean. Chivas had two unique drinks: Chivas Smash and Punch. Although both were good, I personally loved the punch topped with an edible flower. Chef Douglas Rodriguez created some scrumptious appetizers such as small Marlin tacos, Tuna Tartar, Chicken Skewers, and the ever popular beef on a stick (it looked liked warm beef popsicle). I so wanted to try the “beef popsicle” but I had to go. That will be my appetizer when I go to the restaurant in the near future.
Gallery 212 was the destination of the launch of the art bus connecting Wynwood and Design District. Mayor Tomas Regalado was the guest of honor in the ribbon cutting ceremony. The Art Bus is a school bus that will take art lovers from Wynwood to Design District without the hassle of going to their cars and going to design district. This is convenient. As I waited for the Mayor and ceremony to begin, I strolled inside the gallery. There were many great works in many mediums but one type of artistic work that caught my eye was Michael Perez’s hand painted wine glasses. These one of a kind wine glasses are the type to have in a girls night. Although the artist told me that the wine glasses were not for drinking use due to the delicate artwork, he will be making wine glasses in a medium that people can drink from them while enjoying the wonderful artwork in them. I truly loved it.
Across the street, Harold Golen Gallery was holding an opening for the launch of Bunny Yeager’s book, Bouffant Beauties which featured her famous photographs of yesteryear’s beauties and centerfolds. As I skimmed through the book, she was incredibly a great photographer especially during the golden epoch era were there were many taboos especially for women.
As the night was heading to a close, I stopped by Cafeina for Miami Magazine’s/One Sotheby Tweet UP event. As this event was winding down, I went in to the gallery where it was suggested to go as there was a new installation. The works were wonderful as it reminded me of Bunny Yeager’s photographic book. As I went outside, the DJ was playing music from the 70’s but as I turned around to face the gallery, I noticed that the video was playing in sync with the music. What a flashback! As I stayed for 30 minutes, music from the 70s, 80s, and 90s played with the video. Definitely a blast from the past.
I visited other galleries in the area earlier that night and every gallery had a story of its own. I never knew how popular Wynwood has become over the years. There were so many people that I could barely walk on the sidewalk. Also, I went back to the food truck area and it was very crowded. People just love Wynwood for its modernistic, independent, futuristic artworks. Being different is to me the overall message that Wynwood wants to disseminate. Saturday, May 14 was a first experience that I want to relive over and over again. Kudos Wynwood as I will be coming back!!
Photographs by Betty Alvarez copyright 2011
Photographs from the 2011 Beauty Bash U.N.I.T.E. at the Pink Room on 5/14/11
2011 Beauty Bash U.N.I.T.E. at the Pink Room on Saturday, May 14, 2011.  This years Beauty Bash benefited Susan G. Komen for the Cure.  U.N.I.T.E, (Unity Now is a Tomorrow for Everyone) annual event and its founders, Edward J. Oberle and co-founder Matias Schwarz, brought South Florida’s beauty, fashion and entertainment industry together for a good cause.  Jo Blackwell-Preston, an Emmy Award winning Colorist, hosted the night and Tiffany Miranda, American Idol’s Contestant, performed live.
The Pyure Aveda Team provided all hair and make up for the both runway shows . Designer Jacqueline Quinn 2011 Renewable Collection featuring a Socialite in a dress made with Products provide by Pfizer Pharmaceuticals and other models will be wearing renewable resources form Emmediciotto Mia Color and Crest Combs to name a few of the 20 pieces in her collection. Cesar Rosario Collection direct from Fashion Week.
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Photographs from the Miami Magazine and One Sotheby’s Tweet-Up at Cafeina on 5/14/11
Miami Magazine and One Sotheby’s Tweet-Up at Cafeina on Saturday, May 14, 2011.  Had such a great time and loved the complimentary cocktail and hors d’oeuvres.
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Photographs of the Wynwood Art Walk on 5/14/11
Synesthesia featuring Dirty Vegas at New World Symphony 6/4/11
Saturday, June 4, 9:00pm – 12:30am
New World Center
500 17th Street
Miami Beach, FL
www.synevent.com
www.vvvmiami.com
www.giltcity.com/Miami
Tuzexx, Veni Vidi Vici And Bombay Sapphire® Present:Synesthesia†A One-Of-A-Kind Multi-Sensory Experience
Featuring Grammy Awarding Winning Artist “Dirty Vegas†At The Miami New World Symphony’s New World Center
Incorporating stimulation of the five senses, Synesthesia featuring Dirty Vegas presents a one-of-a-kind experience never before seen in the United States.
On Saturday, June 4, 2011, a never before experienced fusion of the five senses will be presented at the New World Center designed by Pritzker Prize winning architect, Frank Gehry. Synesthesia will feature the unique combination of a live 30-piece symphony orchestra performing in collaboration with live DJs and visual projections by Laurence Gartel & Psyberpixie, together with scent creating technology previously utilized by the likes of Cirque Du Soleil and Disney.
One of Synesthesia’s multi-sensory journeys will showcase a performance by Grammy Award winning artist Dirty Vegas. The second, featuring special guest, Michael Burian, takes attendees through a performance that highlights the history of House music.
Chef Laurent Tourondel of BLT Steak in The Betsy Hotel will create modern American steakhouse treats for those attending the pre-show VIP reception. BLT Steak’s dishes will be paired with custom crafted Bombay Sapphire® cocktails. Imagination is Bombay Sapphire®’s brand inspiration, deeming the partnership with Synesthesia a natural fit for an event so unique. To witness imagination at work, visit Gilt City Miami on sale May 25th, exclusive provider of tickets and VIP packages for Synesthesia. VIP tickets will be on sale This distinctive event will take place at Miami’s New World Center, the newest addition to Miami’s modern art scene. This multifunctional building, designed by Frank Gehry, was listed by BizBash as South Florida’s “most anticipated†venue of 2011.
“Miami is one of the music meccas of the world. By satisfying five basic senses we are creating the “Ultimate Experienceâ€, a show that sets new standards in the entertainment industry†said Daniel Saro, founder of Tuzexx.
Setting Synesthesia apart from any other event is its fusion between DJ and live-orchestra performance as well as its incorporation of the five senses:
HEAR, The sounds of DJ Dirty Vegas and Michael Burain with a live-orchestra in the state-of-the-art performance hall that was designed under the supervision of Grammy Award winning conductor Michael Tilson Thomas and critically acclaimed architect Frank Gehry to maximize the listener’s experience
SEE, Laurence Gartel, the father of digital art, and Psyberpixie VJ will use 280-degree projection capabilities to enhance visual experience
SMELL, the inclusion of scent creating technologies to enhance the overall experience
TASTE, cocktail and food pairing with Bombay Sapphire® and BLT Steak for VIPs and sponsors before the show
FEEL, the experience of live instruments and their vibrations in an incredible setting
Synesthesia takes place on Saturday, June 4th from 9pm to 12:30am at the New World Center. Additional media partners include, Miami magazine, Lincoln Mercury, The Betsy Hotel, Sweet Records, Supermarket Creative, Lords South Beach, Miami Independent Thinkers, Artists Wanted and more.
More info to be found:
www.nws.edu
www.dirtyvegas.com
www.synevent.com
www.michaelburian.com
Brickell Bazaar at Tobacco Road 5/21/11
Saturday, May 21 · 2:00pm – 8:00pm
Tobacco Road
626 S Miami Ave.
Miami, Florida
All ages!
Vendor Info: BrickellBazaar@gmail.com
Band Info: Q_O_T_S@yahoo.com
+ 35+ artists and crafters selling handmade, vintage, repurposed and upcycled goods, plus, fine art and more!
+ 10+ LIVE bands on TWO stages! Line up includes: The F.E.A.R. Ensemble, Vera La Dane, Vander Land, Scott Becker, In As Much, Agent Mercy, Ekkoz, Neolythyc, DJ Oski, Atomik, Detonate Zero
+ Raffle Prize Giveaways!
+ Full bar and good eats at Tobacco Road!
+ Henna Tattoos, Tarot Card Readings and more!
+ Perfect place to make friends, mingle, network and promote!
$5 Entry// Includes FREE raffle prize ticket!
** Free Swag Bags For The First 100 Guests **
Brickell Bazaar is an all new indie craft fair! By attending this event, you are supporting the independent arts movements, our local music scene, small businesses and the South Florida community!
Access to China Lecture Brian Dursum 5/19/11
“A survey of Chinese pottery and porcelain from the Neolithic to the Qing Dynastyâ€
Thursday, May 19th 6:30 pm
Buena Vista Building
180 NE 39th St.
Miami Design District
For more information or RSVP info@artlexing.com or 305.299 9732
As part of “Access to China†design district showcasing to celebrate the Asian Pacific American heritage month, International Chinese Fine Art Council (ICFAC) and ART LEXING invite you to a lecture by: Mr. Brian Dursum
Mr. Brian Dursum, the present director and curator of the Lowe Art Museum. Over the past 35 years, Dursum has been the most integral figure to the curation of the museumʼs wide array of exhibitions and collections. Dursumʼs passion for the arts is a product of his multicultural background. Dursum was born in Portugal and later moved to Brazil and then England. With his travels, his appreciation for the arts increased exponentially, eventually leading to his concentration in Asian art. Mr. Dursum lived for several years in Taiwan, and thatʼs his area of curatorial expertise here in the museum. Lowe Art Museum has a very significant Asian collection.
Lecture followed by panel discussion
Mr. Brian Dursum, Dr. Anthony Japoor and Mr. Franklin Tse on:
“Collecting Chinese art – embark on the hunting of old and new treasures from the eastâ€
Moderated by Lexing Zhang
Gourmet Mexican Takes Art Walk at Salsa Fiesta 5/14/11
Gourmet Mexican Takes Art Walk!
Saturday, May 14, 5pm-12am
Salsa Fiesta Urban Mexican Grill
2929 Biscayne Boulevard | Miami, FL
www.salsafiestagrill.com
$1.99 Imported Beers
$2.50 Margaritas
2 for 1 Mexicano Burritos
Roundtable Discussion About the Residency Experience 5/19/11
SeminArt: The Residency Experience
Thursday, March 19, 2011 / 6:30pm
LegalArt
1035 N Miami Avenue
Suite 200, Second floor
Miami, FL 33136
$10 Suggested Donation online or at the door
Julia Blaukopf, LegalArt Visiting Resident, will lead a round table discussion on the residency experience from many points of view: the artist, the director, and the curator. This will be an informative discussion for any artist who is planning or is interested in applying for residencies.
In attendance will be Claire Breukel (LegalArt Resident Curator,) Kathleen Carignan (LegalArt Executive Director,) and Kathryn Mikesell (Foundress of The Fountainhead Residency).
Parking: Our building is located on the corner of N Miami Ave and NE 11th Street. Parking is available in the lot located just south of our building on N Miami Ave, the entrance to the lot will be on your left. An attendant will give you a parking pass to display on your dashboard. Please be on time to ensure you get a parking pass. Metered parking is also available on N Miami Ave and on 11th and 10th Streets. Directions to LegalArt
For more information please email info@legalartmiami.org
Joaquin Sabina in Miami at American Airlines Arena 5/27/11
JoaquÃn Sabina for the first time in Miami!
Friday, May 27th · 8PM
American Airlines Arena
Tickets on sale now thru Ticketmaster.
www.jsabina.com
At the top of his successful career, legendary Spanish singer and composer JoaquÃn Sabina will perform for the first time in the U.S., as part of the world tour he began over a year ago, which has included more than 100 concerts in Spain and Latin America. He will bring his “El Penúltimo Tren Tour†to the U.S. accompanied by his own band with stops in New York (May 25), Miami (May 27) and Los Angeles (May 29). In New York, he will sing at the Hammerstein Ball Room, in the Manhattan Center; in Miami, at the American Airlines Arena, home of the NBA team Miami Heat, and in Los Angeles at the Nokia Theatre L.A. Live. The promoters have said Sabina will sing his greatest hits and some cuts of his latest album, “Vinagre y Rosas.â€
All the concerts of the “El Penúltimo Tren Tour†have been sold out, including the one at the Plaza de Toros de Las Ventas, in Madrid, attended by 20,000 spectators, and the one at La Bombonera stadium, home of soccer team Boca Juniors, in Buenos Aires, where 50,000 people came to see him. Sabina will return in March to the capital of Argentina to perform at the Luna Park coliseum, in another sold out concert.
Plastic is back at Lords 5/14/11
Plastic
Saturday May 14, 10 PM
Lords South Beach
1120 Collins Ave
Miami Beach, FL
Plastic is back this Saturday, May 14, at Lords. DJ Xavier (NYC: Club 57, The Ritz, Splash) will be providing the evening’s soundtrack. There are also some special performances planned! This event is free and begins at 10pm.
The Bright Light Social Hour Live in Concert 5/16/11
The Bright Light Social Hour LIVE in Concert
Monday, May 16th, 10 PM
Bougainvillea’s Old Florida Tavern
7221 SW Ave
South Miami, FL
Cover charge: None
The Bright Light Social Hour is coming back to Miami.
The guys are coming to Miami on Monday, May 16 to play at Bougainvillea’s, and we’d love for you to come out to the show or consider writing a show preview. Miami is one of their first stops on their nationwide tour in support of the band’s debut album and live EP. Replete with their vital sound, deep brotherhood, and ever-growing facial hair, the band takes on the road, bringing a bit of Austin’s live music culture with them to share with the rest of the U.S.
They’ve built their reputation through countless exhilarating live shows, including performances at Austin City Limits Festival, official showcases at South By Southwest 2011 and ACL Live at The Moody Theater with Ghostland Observatory. With the help of Jack’s moustache, the band has created a brand around their name, quickly becoming one of Austin’s most notable rock bands, which swept the 2011 Austin Music Awards during SXSW with six awards including Band of the Year, Album of the Year and Song of the Year (“Detroit”).
RW3 Sizzlin Summer Beach Body Boot Camp Fundraiser 5/21/11
RW3 Sizzlin Summer Beach Body Boot Camp Fundraiser
May 21st, 2011, 9am
Miami Beach
South Pointe Park
rw3fitness.com
San Diego Celebrity Personal Trainer Ray Wetterlund III will be throwing a kick butt complementary beach workout. The goal is to get people off the couch, inspired and get moving!
Team unity will be the focus, performing full body movements, calorie crushin it and having some fun!
Donations encouraged and all proceeds will go to the Susan Komen breast cancer foundation.
What can you expect from this 1,000+ Calorie Boot Camp?
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Workshop Why Men Never Remember and Women Never Forget 5/26/11
Informed Families Presents FREE “Lunch & Learn†workshop titled “Why Men Never Remember And Women Never Forgetâ€
Thursday, May 26, 12-1 p.m.
Informed Families/The Florida Family Partnership Corporate Headquarters
2490 Coral Way, 2nd Floor
Miami, FL 33145
To RSVP, e-mail aferro@informedfamilies.org. To purchase a boxed lunch for $11, visit www.informedfamilies.org/estore. Individuals needing special assistance must contact Informed Families within three business days prior to the event. Please call (786) 536-3283 for more information.
Free parking is available across the street from Informed Families/The Florida Family Partnership Corporate Headquarters on the north side of Coral Way.
Workshop Presented by Licensed Psychologist Dr. Kaia Calbeck, Ph.D.
Parents/caregivers are invited to attend Informed Families’/The Florida Family Partnership’s FREE monthly Lunch & Learn workshop in May, titled “Why Men Never Remember and Women Never Forget.†Dr. Kaia Calbeck, Ph.D., a licensed psychologist, will present the workshop. The workshop is co-sponsored by Baptist Health South Florida.
Dr. Calbeck, who is on the medical staffs of South Miami Hospital and Baptist Hospital of Miami, provides psychoeducational and neuropsychological assessment/testing, psychotherapy, and clinical hypnosis. She works with a variety of client populations, ranging from children to senior citizens. Dr. Calbeck trained at University of Miami’s Counseling Psychology Doctoral Program.
An optional $11 box lunch is available for purchase at www.informedfamilies.org/estore.
A non-profit organization founded in 1982, the mission of Informed Families is helping kids grow up safe, healthy and drug-free. Informed Families focuses on educating, involving and empoweringparents to work together to set boundaries and monitor their children’s behavior to prevent underage drinking, substance abuse and other harmful behaviors. Affiliated with the National Family Partnership, Informed Families is best known for being the Florida Sponsor of the National Red Ribbon Campaign. Informed Families also boasts multiple school and community basedprevention programs targeting youth, parents and communities. For more information on Informed Families, please visit our website at www.informedfamilies.org, or call us at (305) 856-4886.
Summer Movie Shorts Fundraiser 5/20/11
Summer Movie Shorts Fundraiser
May 20, 2011, 7-11pm
Miami Beach Botanical Gardens
2000 Convention Center Dr.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
www.miamisurfrider.org
How Much: Advance Tickets are $8, and $10 at the door.
Surfrider Miami Chapter Presents Summer Shorts Fundraiser
Surfrider Miami is pleased to announce its May 20, 2011 Fundraiser, Summer Shorts Movie Night. . The event will take place at the Miami Beach Botanical Gardens at 7pm. Food will be served by Jefe’s Original Food Taco Truck, Kona Beer, and Barefoot Wines. Featured film shorts include, Sorry, We’re Open with SUPERbrand Team and Moments with Quiksilver’s A-list Team. Events include the presentation by Wholefoods of monies collected during their April 6 Community Giving Day, live acoustic music by Mike Maytin, and Raffle prizes from select sponsors. Please visit www.miamisurfrider.org for advance tickets.
Food By Jefe’s Fish Taco Truck, Barefoot Wines, Kona Beer, GREAT Raffle, Apple Store GIft Certificate, Roam Rides Vespa Rentals, NEW Surfboard, Ipad, many many more
Artists in Bloom at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden 5/13-15/11
Artists in Bloom
May13- 15th, 2011, 9 am – 4 pm
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden
10901 Old Cutler Road
Coral Gables, FL 33156
Event Page.
Fairchild art instructors and students will transform the Garden House into a gallery showcasing more than 150 original oil and acrylic paintings, watercolors and botanical illustrations. Here you will find exuberant and sedate landscapes, lush tropical fruit, riotous foliage, delicate flower details and sublime still-lifes hanging side by side in a visual feast of nature.
The exhibition and sale will be open from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and is free with garden admission.
Photographs of Attila Lakatoush Miami Opening Reception at Cafeina on 5/13/11
Attila Lakatoush Miami Opening Reception at Cafeina on Friday, May 13, 2011.
Attila, an artistic prodigy child, received a full scholarship to the Pratt Institute at the tender age of nine. While having illustrated for designers such as Cynthia Rowley, John Richmond, Vivian Westwood and John Paul Gaultier, he brings a style and flair that is both unique and captivating. Credited with the influencing the Miami Art scene in the 90’s along with the works of artists such as Kenny Scharf, NOEL and Laurence Gartel, Attila has returned from New York for his first show in South Florida in over a decade to promote his latest limited series prints of 30’s and 40’s Hollywood Icons.
The Attila Lakatoush Miami Show will run for 3 weeks in the Cafeina Gallery. Â For private viewings please contact Mykel Stevens at (305) 450.5154
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South Miami Manatee Festival 5/20/11
South Miami Manatee Festival
may 20, 2011, 6 – 9 p.m.
1st National Bank of South Miami
5750 Sunset Drive
South Miami, Florida 33145
Facebook Evite.
The South Miami Manatee Fest is a public art event that will take place on the streets of South Miami, Coral Gables, and unincorporated Dade County.
The project’s mission raise awareness of our natural resources, our beautiful waterways and Bay, our wildlife and aquatic treasures.
This will be the first glimpse of these fabulous 7 ft works of art before they take to the streets of South Miami.
Not Your Average Bar Grub at The Blue Piano New Dishes and Expanded Dessert Section
Not Your Average Bar Grub at The Blue Piano:
New Dishes & Expanded Dessert Section
Blue Piano
4600 NE 2nd Avenue
Buena Vista neighborhood
Miami’s only destination serving up an ecclectic selection of wine and craft beers alongside an inspired small plates menu offering a live musical selection that includes chilled out jazz and soulful blues.
Gone are the days when all anyone could find at a bar were chicken wings, burgers and onion rings. The Blue Piano features a menu inspired by a late-night breakfast cravings, classic American comfort foods and plays on American school lunch classics by adding whimsical twists here and there. Although high quality and local ingredients and produce are sourced, creator and Chef Cesar Zapata-Diaz employs various pop culture classic snacks like cheesy Cheetos or crunchy pork rinds for an added element surprise that tickles every grown up’s funny bone.
After recently launching a menu expansion, the Blue Piano is pleased to announce some menu updates and new additions. The menu is sub-divided in five sections: From the Chiller, Hot Stuff, Flats, Snacky Type Things and Sweet Stuff.
From the Chiller menu updates include a Classic Caesar Salad made with good ole egg yolks, anchovies and baby romaine heads sourced right from Miami’s backyard, aka. Doral; Spanish boquerones are utilized for a milder, more delicate salty, umami component. A Creamy Burrata is accompanied by caramelized peach wedges, baby arugula from Homestead, crostini and vin cotto reduction.
The Hot Stuff section provides items not to be missed. The 2am Huevos, the Chester Cheetah and the McLuvvin’ are items quickly becoming House Specialties. The 2am huevos is a terra cotta casserole with a soft roasted, farm fresh egg, thyme, crostini with English farmhouse cheddar and organic, Umbrian truffle infused oil, good enough for breakfast, but even better late at night; the Chester Cheetah, a dangerously, cheesy mac ‘n cheese made with fontina, edam, burrata and cheddar cheeses is topped and baked crisp with a Cheetos crumb topping and extra Cheetos for added crunch; and the Mc Luvvin’ is a riff on a breakfast sandwich with sautéed chistorra (a type of Spanish chorizo), chicharrones, chipotle crema and fried quail egg served on a sour dough English muffin and sweet pickles on the side.
Weekly rotating specials are added to the Hot Stuff section. This week features Buffalo Style Chicharrones, crispy pork belly tossed in homemade buffalo sauce served with traditional the wing garnish of carrots and celery sticks with ranch dressing ($9); a Green Grill’d Cheez, toasty brioche slathered up with a basil/parsley/scallion herb butter, melty edam cheese and homemade butter pickles ($8); and Clams ‘n Sausage, little neck clams, chistorra, confit garlic and parsley ($12). In an effort to be dynamic, the menu items change regularly, so don’t expect it to be the same on any two visits.
A newly developed dessert section, Sweet Stuff, has been added. Highlighting interesting sweet/savory combinations. The selection is concise, but to the point. BP Peanut Butter Cups ($7) sandwiches chunky peanut butter between Mexican chocolate that combines ancho chiles, smoked paprika, cinnamon and cumin and is served with a Szechuan peppercorn scented coconut tapioca pudding. Cherry Bourbon Brioche Bread Pudding ($14) takes bread pudding to another level by adding shaved foie gras and luscious crème anglaise to the mix. Lastly, Espresso Brownies ($8), bittersweet chocolate and espresso fudge cakes, are served with a maple bacon cream.
The Blue Piano serves its Munchies menu all night long – Tuesday/Wednesday until 12am and Thursday through Saturday until 2am. This late kitchen makes it the ideal place for late night snacking for party goers and people who work in the biz and get out later than the average Joe. Menu items are affordably priced with items ranging from $4 – $15 per plate.
Lisa Loeb’s Camp Kappawanna 6/9-7/3/11
City Theatre In Association With The Adrienne Arsht Center For The Performing Arts The Broward Center For The Performing Arts The Kravis Center For The Performing Arts Present Camp Kappawanna
The runaway hit musical, perfect for all ages!
With music & lyrics by Grammy® Award-nominated singer/songwriter Lisa Loeb
June 9 – 12, 2011
Kravis Center for the Performing Arts
Palm Beach: In association with the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts: June 9 – 12 (7 performances) Tickets available through the Kravis Center’s Box Office at www.kravis.org or (561) 832-7469.
June 15 – 26, 2011
Arsht Center for the Performing Arts
Miami: In association with the Arsht Center for the Performing Arts: June 15- 26, 2011 (15 performances) Tickets for performances available through the Adrienne Arsht Center’s Box Office at www.arshtcenter.org or (305) 949-6722
July 1-3, 2011
Broward Center for the Performing Arts
Broward: In association with the Broward Center for the Performing Arts: July 1 – 3, 2011 (4 performances) Tickets available through the Broward Center’s Box Office at www.browardcenter.org or (954) 462-0222.
See the FREE Sneak Preview on May 21 or 22!
City Theatre is joining with Grammy-Nominated singer/songwriter Lisa Loeb to mount a summer-long engagement of last year’s hit rock musical Camp Kappawanna.
The rollicking musical celebrates timeless summer camp experiences with hip, cool music and lyrics by Grammy® Award-nominated singer/songwriter Lisa Loeb along with veteran songwriters Michelle Lewis and Dan Petty and a script by rising national playwright and South Florida native Marco Ramirez. With this season’s must-see musical, Camp Kappawanna, City Theatre set out to create a new classic for all ages: a fresh, original take on leaving home for the first time that, from start to finish, makes everyone in the audience feel as if they, too, are joining in the fun of summer camp!
Camp Kappawanna tells the story of Jenny Jenkins, awkward and adorable and 12, a kid who hasn’t really found herself just yet. She’s going away for the summer – her very first time leaving home. From the start, Camp Kappawanna makes audiences of all generations feel as if they, too, are joining in the fun of summer camp. Camp Kappawanna marks Grammy® Award-nominated multi-platinum selling singer/songwriter Lisa Loeb’s first musical production. Loeb created Camp Kappawanna’s music and lyrics along with collaborators Dan Petty and Michelle Lewis in celebration of her days at camp, where she first learned to play the guitar.
In a unique collaboration, the set will be designed by multiple Carbonell Award winning designer Sean McClelland in conjunction with illustrations created by the Candela Creative Group. The husband and wife design team of Rafols Morales and Candela Demarco created Camp Kappawanna’s unique cartoon design, and are utilizing the same bold, bright cartoon-like aesthetic in collaborating with scenic designer Sean McClelland. Their goal is to create a completely unique environment and experience for attendees. As an artist, designer and producer, Candela Demarco brings her experience creating games, contests and websites for kids for companies such as the Discovery Channel to City Theatre’s family musical. She says, “though I’ve never worked on musical theatre before, as a parent and an artist I saw an opportunity to bring my years of illustration and design experience to help create a cool, creative environment that will completely engage kids.â€
Together, the South Florida creative team will join with Grammy-Nominated singer/songwriter Lisa Loeb, playwright Marco Ramirez and co-composers and lyricists Michelle Lewis and Dan Petty to put Camp Kappawanna on the cultural map throughout South Florida.
Free Sneak Preview of Lisa Loeb Musical Camp Kappawanna 5/21-22/11
Lisa Loeb Musical “Camp Kappawanna”- Free Sneak Preview on Miami Beach & Gables
Saturday, May 21 at 11:00 a.m.
Books & Books
265 Aragon Avenue
Coral Gables
Sunday, May 22 at 2:00 p.m.
Byron Carlyle Theater
500 71st Street
Miami Beach
“CAMP KAPPAWANNA brings to the community a warm and witty theatrical work that combines top-tier creative talent with a family-friendly story that will appeal to all generations,†said Stephanie Norman, City Theatre Producing Artistic Director. “CAMP KAPPAWANNA is an exciting new musical created and inspired by a creative team deeply rooted here in South Florida combined with noted national recording artist Lisa Loeb and her songwriting partners Michelle Lewis and Dan Petty. This production has all the right artistic ingredients to thrill and delight South Florida families and the potential to touch audiences of all ages.â€
3rd Annual Marissa Nestor Invitational Presented by The Beauty Prescription 5/21/11
3rd Annual Marissa Nestor Invitational Presented by The Beauty Prescription
Saturday, May 21, Event begins at 8:00 a.m.
Crandon Park Tennis Center
Key Biscayne
www.ucpsouthflorida.org
Registration Costs:
Single Entry: $85.00
Doubles Entry (two players): $150.00
Don’t Want to Play, But Join in on all the other fun:
Adults: $50.00
Children: $15.00
For more information on how you can get involved or become a sponsor, please contact Jessica Dominguez at (305) 325-9018
Join Eva Ritvo, M.D., co-author of The Beauty Prescription & Jason Starkman, Owner of Epicure Gourmet Market & Cafe as they host the 3rd Annual Marissa Nestor Invitational presented by The Beauty Prescription, benefiting United Cerebral Palsy of South Florida.
Event Registration includes:
Breakfast and lunch
Tennis tournament in Division A and Division B format
Singles & Doubles
ProAm competition
Awards Ceremony
Silent Auction/Raffle
& much more!
Finals will be played at Stadium Court!
Sponsored by: The Beauty Prescription, Epicure Gourmet Market & Cafe, BNY Mellon Wealth Management, Park Shore Pharmacy, Waste Management, SocialMiami.com, Galderma, USTA Florida
Rik Rak’s Spring into Beauty sprung at the JW Marriott Marquis By Betty Alvarez
For the first time ever Rik Rak Salon & Spa and Gilt City Miami, the widely acclaimed online destination for luxury services and experiences, are teamed up to host the SPRING INTO BEAUTY event at Rik Rak’s newest location, JW Marriott Marquis Miami.
Rik Rak and Gilt City friends relished in an evening of lavish pampering, delicious treats and savory cocktails while toasting to guilty pleasures. Guests experienced Rik Rak’s wide spectrum of miniature luxury services including eyelash applications, manicures and neck & hand massages, while indulging in frosted treats from Buttercream Cupcakes & Coffee.
Gilt City Miami has been delivering insider access to some of the most coveted and exclusive lifestyle experiences. To launch the SPRING INTO BEAUTY event, Gilt City Miami offered members a choice of two select packages: 50 minute Tropical Body Polish and Signature Manicure as well as a Women’s Cut, Style and Blow Dry. Both packages include a VIP invitation to the SPRING INTO BEAUTY event at the JW Marriot Marquis Miami.
For more information about Rik Rak Salon & Spa at the Marriott Marquis please call (305) 371-7324 or visit www.rikrak.com
Photographs by Betty Alvarez copyright 2011
MaiArt Presents River Of Art at MaiTardi 5/25/11
Life Is Art and Maitardi are excited to present River Of Art and MaiArt Showcase and Happy Hour!
Wednesday, May 25, 8:00pm-11:00pm
Maitardi
163 NE 39th Street
Design District, Miami, FL
NO Cover (FREE entry)
RSVP to sakhone@graspagroup.com
Complimentary Prosecco & Tapas 8-9pm
Featured Artists:
Danny Delgado
Molly Bowen
Pauline A. Goldsmith
GusColors
William Pena Wells
Alissa Christine
Music by: Soul P
Please join us for a late evening art happening. Note our summer hours of 8pm to 11pm, but come early to enjoy a complimentary Prosecco and passed Tapas. At each event we feature several south Florida artists, and encourage socializing and networking. A wonderful way to expand your connections in the art scene. In addition, a portion of the proceeds goes to support the arts in south Florida.
As always, we welcome all other arts organizations and artists to bring their promotional material for distribution.
Life Is Art, Inc is a non-profit organization dedicated to the support and promotion of the art community in south Florida.
Out in the Tropics a different kind of performing arts festival 6/9-19/11
FUNDarte presents: Out in the Tropics: a different kind of performing arts festival
Opening Kick Off Event
Thursday, June 9 at 7:00 pm
The Shore Club
1901 Collins Ave
Miami Beach.
June 9 – 19, 2011
www.outinthetropics.com
www.facebook/outinthetropics
info@fundarte.us
Out in the Tropics, a different kind of performing arts festival, brings a full range of award-winning, contemporary GLBTQ artists and arts events to South Florida, June 9 – 19, 2011.
Opening Kick Off Event including panel discussion, Words and Power, with Festival artists Bitch, Keith Hennessy, Andrea Askowitz and South Florida-based performance artist Octavio Campos and reception sponsored by The Shore Club and Meals That Heal on Thursday, June 9 at 7:00 pm at The Shore Club, 1901 Collins Ave, Miami Beach.
Bitch, described as “a music box all of her own†and whose music was heard on Showtime’s The L Word, on Friday, June 10 at 8:00 pm at the Colony Theater, 1040 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach.
Dirty Little Secrets by Jai Rodriguez, who is best known for his roles in the musical Rent and Bravo’s Queer Eye for the Straight Guy, co-presented with City Theater and Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts, on Fridays, June 10 & 17 at 10:00 pm and Sunday, June 19 at 7:30 pm at the Carnival Studio Theater at Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts, 1300 Biscayne Blvd, Miami.
Bessie-awarding winning dance theater work, CROTCH (all the Joseph Beuys references in the world cannot heal the pain, confusion, regret, cruelty, betrayal or trauma…) by Keith Hennessy/Zero Performance, one of the pioneers of queer performance, on Saturday, June 11 at 8:00 pm at the Colony Theater, 1040 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach.
A Women’s Reception and Screening of CRACKS, a feature film by Jordan Scott set in a 1930s-era isolated English all-girls boarding school on the eve of WWII, on Sunday, June 12 at 6:30 pm at Coral Gables Art Cinema, 260 Aragon Ave, Coral Gables. Reception sponsored by Mary D. Events.
Lip Service: True Stories Out Loud, Miami’s most popular literary event produced by Andrea Askowitz and Esther Martinez, on Saturday, June 18 at 8:00 pm at the Miracle Theater, 280 Miracle Mile, Coral Gables. The Afterparty at 10:00 pm will be hosted at Books and Books, Lip Service’s long-time sponsor.
VIP Festival passes are available at www.outinthetropics.com or by calling (305) 910-7898. The passes include one ticket to every event of the festival and additional perks for $100. No ticket surcharges apply to the festival passes. Tickets may be purchased in advance online for all events. Details for each event are outlined in the schedule of events. Advance ticket sales may also be purchased in-person at the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts and the Colony Theater without a service charge. Group sale discounts can also be arranged by calling (305) 910-7898. All venues are wheelchair accessible.
For anyone who wishes to stay overnight in South Beach during the festival there are discount room rates available at The Shore Club, the official host hotel, using code 802490 either online at www.shoreclub.com or by calling (877) 640-9500.
Photographs by Anthony Jordon of Red Bull Illume on 5/12/11
Photographs taken by Anthony Jordon of Red Bull Illume on Ocean Drive on Thursday, May 12, 2011.
Photographs taken by Anthony Jordon to see more of his work go to his flickr page or his facebook page.
Miami Finance Forum Happy Hour at China Grill South Beach 5/24/11
Join MFF for our Networking Happy Hour!
May 24th from 6 to 8pm
China Grill
South Beach
Event is complimentary to MFF Members, $25.00 to non-members
Please RSVP to elena@miamifinanceforum.com!
www.MiamiFinanceForum.com
The Miami Finance Forum Invites you to join us for our Monthly Networking Happy Hour to be held at the China Grill on May 24th from 6 to 8pm! Enjoy a complimentary glass of wine and passed appetizers, network with the leading finance professionals!
Not a Member Yet? Become a Miami Finance Forum Member today and enjoy complimentary admission to all MFF Happy Hours, $20.00 admission to CEO Power Breakfast Panel Discussions, VIP invitations, and discounts to affiliate events! Individual Membership is $195.00, Corporate Membership is $295.00, VIP Membership is $395.00
With any questions, please contact Elena Djakonova at
elena@miamifinanceforum.com
Frozen Music at PICNIC 2 5/15/11
Frozen Music: Acoustronic Happening
Sunday, May 15, noon to 5pm
Miami Beach Botanical Garden
2000 Convention Center Drive
Miami Beach
Join the members of Frozen Music gustavo matamoros | rene barge with guest artist kerry ware
FM: PICNIC
Another new five-hour-long site-specific environmental composition by Frozen Music featuring four channels of sound exploring interactions with the flora and the fauna at Miami Beach Botanical Garden.
Join us Sunday, May 15 from Noon to 5 PM. Bring your baskets, coolers and blankets and sunblock
Free & Open To The Public
For more information: www.subtropics.org
This event is produced by SFCA [isaw + subtropics.org] and presented in collaboration with Miami Beach Botanical Garden
FM presentations in Miami Beach are made possible with support from City of Miami Beach, Cultural Affairs Program, Cultural Arts Council and of the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade County Mayor and Board of County Commissioners. FM is FM thanks to a CBF grant from The State of Florida Division of Cultural Affairs
Red Bull Illume Presents Agustina Woodgate’s Solo Exhibition Collectivism 5/14/11
Red Bull illume Presents Collectivism: Agustina Woodgate an art of endless re – arrangement
Second Saturday, May 14th, 7pm-10pm
Spinello Projects
155 NE 38th Street, No. 101
Miami, Florida – 33137
Through May 28th, 2011
Agustina Woodgate (b. 1981 Buenos Aires) is an interdisciplinary artist based in Miami, FL since 2005. She earned her BFA from the National University of Visual Arts in Buenos Aires. Ms. Woodgate is an active member of the Miami art community and culture. She has exhibited and performed her work nationally and internationally at the Montreal Biennial (Canada), Casa Blanca Museum (Puerto Rico), Adrienne Arsht Center (Miami), Naples Art Museum, North Carolina Museum of Art, Portland Art Center, Salon Nacional de Instalacion (Bs. As), among other venues. Usually combining many disciplines and often collaborating with other artists of many fields, she pursues ongoing collaborations with groups from various background. Agustina works inclusively and socially, finding new access points for communication to create public, intensive, and process-oriented works. She is currently working on a Rug Collection made from recycled stuffed animal skins and a project in an abandoned amusement park in Berlin.
2nd Annual Health and Wellness Expo 5/21/11
2nd Annual Health & Wellness Expo
Saturday, May 21, 2011
10:30 am – 4:00 pm
Miami Dade College—Kendall Campus
Gibson Center Gymnasium
11011 SW 104th Street
Miami, Florida 33176
The West Kendall Business Association has been hosting highly successful expos for five years. Last year, at its fifth annual Business Expo in October, more than 120 businesses exhibited and networked with more than 1,300 guests from throughout Miami-Dade County.
From Guggenheim Venice to Miami 5/14/11
From Guggenheim Venice to Miami..Marco Nereo Rotelli/opening May 14
Please Join us at Sculpt Miami this Sat May 14th @ 6pm – 10pm
46 N.W. 36th Street Wynwood Arts District
Kavachnina Gallery Mid-Town Miami 33127
International Art Exhibit Wirtz Gallery in South Miami 5/13/11
Join Us for Opening Night International Art Exhibition
Friday, May 13th, 6:00- 9:00
Wirtz Gallery
First National Bank of South Miami
5750 Sunset Drive
South Miami, Florida 33143
Hosted by: “Aurum Collections”
Wine & Cheese Reception
Exposition Runs Throughout The Month Of May
Featured Artists include:
*Gago Chtchian *Tamaz Gogoladze, *Gilda Sacasas *JosEvelio Rodriguez Abreu* Hector Cata, *Maria Ramona Sanchez *Dania Sierra *CristinaChacon *Baua Devi
ING Miami Celebrity Domino Night Kick-Off Event 5/13/11
Friday, May 13 · 6:30pm – 9:30pm
The Collection
Audi Showroom
Corner of Bird Rd. & Ponce de Leon Blvd.
Coral Gables
To RSVP, call 305-279-1155 or email rsvp@amigosforkids.org
Everyone is invited to attend. Space is limited. RSVP today at rsvp@amigosforkids.org!
The Museum of the Americas opening of 7 Artists from 7 Countries 5/13/11
Cocktail Reception
Friday, May 13, 2011 from 6:30 PM to 10:00 PM
Museum of the Americas
2500 NW 79th. Avenue – Suites #104-#108
Doral , FL 33122
www.museumamericas.org
The Museum of the Americas cordially invites you and your guests to the opening of the exhibitions: “7 Artists from 7 Countries†(Exhibition #2/2011)
featuring Cristina Arnedo (Mexico)
Corrado De Benedictis (Italy)
MarÃa Susana Dos Santos (Argentina)
José M. Fajardo Antequera (Spain)
Marta Lowndes (Portugal)
Julia Martos de Azuaje (Venezuela)
Luisa Pulido (Colombia)
Exhibition at the Main Room #108
Individual exhibition by Mexican fine artist Cyntia Caballero (at the space #104)
Exhibitions end on Saturday, May 31, 2011
Free admission and parking.
This opening is part of the “Social Fridays†organized by the City of Doral, FL (Miami area)
The trolley leaves Doral Park CC promptly at 8pm
Doral Park Country Club is located at 5001 NW 104 Ave Doral, FL 33178
Whale and Star Lecture Arshile Gorky and Abstract Expressionism 5/18/11
Whale & Star Lecture Project. Lecture 7: Arshile Gorky and Abstract Expressionism: A Contested History by Michael R. Taylor
Wednesday, May 18, 2011, 7:00 p.m.
Whale & Star
2215 NW 1st Place
Miami, Florida 33127
www.whaleandstar.com
Admission: $5 Lecture Fee / Limited seating
RSVP: 305.576.6160
This lecture will explore Arshile Gorky’s complex and often misunderstood relationship with the Abstract Expressionist movement. The initial reception of Gorky’s work after his death in 1948 paved the way for his gradual assimilation into the canon of Abstract Expressionism as it was formed in the 1950s by, among others, Clement Greenberg, Harold Rosenberg, Thomas Hess, Sam Hunter, and Dore Ashton. Gorky’s work was acclaimed by these critics and art historians as an important precursor to the large-scale abstract paintings of his friends and colleagues, such as Willem de Kooning, Jackson Pollock, and Mark Rothko. Although universally accepted at the time, this reading of Gorky’s work has been contested in recent years, since it deliberately downplays the artist’s longstanding allegiance to Surrealism during his lifetime, leading to a fundamental misreading of his work and its meaning.
Michael R. Taylor is the Muriel and Philip Berman Curator of Modern Art at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. His most recent exhibitions at the Museum include Picasso and the Avant-Garde in Paris (2010); Marcel Duchamp: Etant donn’s (2009); Arshile Gorky: A Retrospective (2009); Salvador Dali: The Centennial Retrospective (2005); and Giorgio de Chirico and the Myth of Ariadne (2002). Dr. Taylor studied at the Courtauld Institute of Art in London, where he wrote a masters thesis on Richard Hamilton and a doctoral dissertation on Marcel Duchamp’s readymades. He has published widely on Duchamp, Dada, and Surrealism. In 2009 he co-curated with Carlos Basualdo the Bruce Nauman exhibition at the American Pavilion for the 53rd Venice Biennale (winner of the Golden Lion award for best national pavilion). Future projects include an exhibition on Surrealism in the 1940s that focuses on myth, magic, and eroticism. In 2010 Dr. Taylor’s book Marcel Duchamp: Etan t donnis won the George Wittenborn Prize for outstanding research and scholarship in the field of art history.
For more information about local openings and events, please visit www.miamiartguide.com
Transit Lounge is SAVED! Lisette Melendez and Synchronicity 5/13-14/11
Transit Lounge
729 sw 1st Avenue
Miami, Fl 33130
Friday, May 13 9:00pm – 3:00am
80’s Freestyle Artist Lisette Melendez
$10 at the door
Saturday, May 14, 10:00pm – Sunday at 1:00am
Synchronicity returns to Transit Lounge
No Cover
ArtCenter Presents the Museum & Art Technology Education Programs Student Showcase 5/14/11
Opening Reception / Saturday, May 14, 6-8PM
ArtCenter/ South Florida
924 Lincoln Road
Miami Beach, FL 33139
The 29th Annual Museum Education & Art Technology Programs Student Showcase is an exhibition comprised of adjudicated student artwork.
Over 150 artworks were selected from over 1,000 entries countywide. This artwork was inspired by the permanent as well as traveling exhibitions from seventeen museums, galleries, and outreach programs that co-partner with Miami-Dade County Public Schools. These collaborations have allowed students ranging in grade levels kindergarten through grade 12 to experience visits to these prestigious venues.
This exhibit rotates its venue annually, with the ArtCenter/ South Florida hosting this year’s student showcase. It is our hope that as you view this spectacular student show that you will join us in celebrating the outstanding talents of the students of Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the Museum Education & Technology Programs.
Exhibit On View / Friday, May 13 – Sunday, May 29, 2011
Momentum Dance Company Spring Season 5/14-15/11
Saturday, May 14 At 8 Pm
&
Sunday, May 15 At 7 Pm
Byron Carlyle Theater, 500 71st Street, Miami Beach
Tickets $30 in advance, $35 day of show
Students & Seniors $15/ Groups $10.
Colony Box Office: 305-674-1040
For Information and online ticketing go to: www.momentumdance.com
or call 305-858-7002
Miami Dance Festival Host Company
Momentum Dance Company
Artistic Director Delma Iles Presents Spring Season 2011
World Premieres of Pots and Pans and The Surface of the Moon plus Doris Humphrey’s groundbreaking 1928 work Water Study and repertory works Window, Cobia and Negotiation. Highway, addressing the great American Road Trip, closes the program.
Core Performance Company in Corazon Abriendo 5/13/11
Friday, May 13 At 8 Pm
Byron Carlyle Theater
500 71st Street
Miami Beach
Festival National Guest Company from Atlanta
Core Performance Company in Corazon Abriendo
Tickets $30 in advance, $35 day of show
Students & Seniors $15/ Groups $10.
Colony Box Office: 305-674-1040
For Information and online ticketing go to: www.momentumdance.com or call 305-858-7002
Corazón Abriendo (Heart Opening) is a portal to the vivid and extraordinary world of the Maya civilization. Audiences are transported on a skillfully threaded, multi-media cloth of dance, sculpture, video, and music. Echoes of ancient societies overlap with the energy of modern life as the artistic sensibilities of contemporary dancers meld with the traditional weaving arts of the Mayan people.
The 8th Miami Dance Festival Recognition Award will be presented to Deborah J. Margol, Deputy Director of the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs prior to the 8PM performance.
Executive Chef Alejandro Piñero Hosts An Exclusive Cooking Demonstration At Whole Foods Market Coral Gables 5/25/11
Wednesday, May 25, 2011, at 7 p.m.
Lifestyle Center located at Whole Foods Market
6701 Red Road
Coral Gables, Florida
Space is limited; reservations are required. Telephone: (305) 421-9421.
Executive chef Alejandro Piñero of Midtown’s acclaimed eco-conscious eatery, Sustain Restaurant + Bar will host a special complimentary cooking demonstration at Whole Foods Market – Coral Gables.
He will demonstrate how to prepare seasonally-inspired dishes, using locally sourced ingredients, available for purchase at Whole Foods Market. After the demo, guests will have the opportunity to sample Piñero’s delectable cuisine.
About Whole Foods Market®
Founded in 1980 in Austin, Texas, Whole Foods Market (www.wholefoodsmarket.com), a leader in the natural and organic foods industry and America’s first national certified organic grocer, was named “America’s Healthiest Grocery Store†in 2008 by Health magazine. The Whole Foods Market motto, “Whole Foods, Whole People, Whole Planetâ€â„¢ captures the company’s mission to find success in customer satisfaction and wellness, employee excellence and happiness, enhanced shareholder value, community support and environmental improvement. Thanks to its 53,000 Team Members, Whole Foods Market has been ranked as one of the “100 Best Companies to Work For†in America by FORTUNE magazine for 12 consecutive years. In fiscal year 2008, the company had sales of $8 billion and currently has more than 275 stores in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Whole Foods Market, Fresh & WildTM, and Harry’s Farmers Market® are trademarks owned by Whole Foods Market IP, LP. Wild Oats® and Capers Community MarketTM are trademarks owned by Wild Marks, Inc.
About Sustain Restaurant + Bar:
Open December 2010, Sustain Restaurant + Bar, located in the hub of Midtown’s burgeoning restaurant row, is catering to discerning South Florida foodies with its progressive American fare prepared from local, sustainable products. At the helm of the kitchen is executive chef Alejandro Piñero, who has worked under famed chefs Dawn Sieber and Michelle Bernstein and, most recently, served as sous chef at Casa Tua, and was chef de cuisine at Fratelli Lyon. Here, he focuses on using seafood that complies with the Monterey Bay Fish Guide, as well as meat and produce from local sources and sustainable producers. The reasonably priced menu changes with the seasons and includes both the accessible and adventurous. A wood burning oven infuses flavor into vegetables, pork, chicken, and pizza. Food service extends to the bar, and to complement menu items, old-fashioned cocktails, artisanal beers, and a large selection of reasonably priced wines are available. Desserts, made on the premises, feature homey delights such as warm fresh-baked cookies, cobblers, and doughnuts. The restaurant’s 3,200 square foot space encompasses indoor/outdoor seating for approximately 100 guests and an additional 20 at the bar. Sustain Restaurant + Bar, located at 3252 NE 1st Avenue in Midtown Miami, serves lunch Monday- Friday; dinner nightly, and Saturday and Sunday brunch service. Telephone: (305) 424-9079. www.sustainmiami.com
The Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale Little Red Full Moon party Benefitting the American Heart Association 5/18/11
Let your inner werewolf out to howl at the moon at our little RED Full Moon party….
Wednesday, May 18 from 7 to 10 p.m.
The Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale
One Fort Lauderdale Beach Boulevard
The Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale Invites you to a Little Red Full Moon party Benefitting the American Heart Association
Take a mid-week break Wednesday, May 18 and howl at the moon as the gorgeous 7th floor tropical pool deck transforms into a sultry moonlit lounge with plush couches, music by DJ Rob Riggs, specialty priced bar bites, Eristoff cocktails and oversized telescopes at the city’s only Full Moon party.
This month, we’re proud to partner with the American Heart Association (www.heart.org) to support their efforts in helping people live healthier lives. Register for the 2012 Start! Heart Walk that draws thousands to Broward each spring, and donate $10 to the American Heart Association to receive a complimentary cocktail.
Casual, chic and sensual, these full moon parties make you feel like a VIP. Gorgeous Ritz-Carlton service, no cover charge, no reservations and just $5 valet parking.
Arrived by M-lon 5/14/11
“Arrived” by M-lon
05-14-11, 5:00 – 10:30pm
The Lunch Box Gallery
310 NW 24TH ST
Miami, Fl 33127
www.thelunchboxgallery.com
Arrived gathers 18 photographs intervened with digitalillustrations (mixed media) by Venezuelan artist, painter and illustrator M-Lon(Miguel Gonzalez), who combines photography with the use of a WACOM digitalpen, thus giving life to images that equally share the participation of bothreality and fantasy.
This series is born bythe need to awaken reflections about our environment, by means of the visit ofimaginary beings that interact with our context. These entities star in scenesof urban and natural encounters, particular or general ones, within a reality which we would consider they don’t belong to, butnevertheless where they try to find their own space.
By penetrating into anunknown society, these beings attempt to discover our world through innocentfrolicking; and the behavior that sometimes seems vile or spiteful, is nothingmore than a wild and instinctive interaction caused by not knowing the conduct codes of our world. In fact, these are interactions where the process of exploring turns them intopersonifications of feelings and moods in their maximum state of purity;emotions we can somehow relate to.
These approaches, many times nostalgic and curious butalways naïve, along with their visions confronted with joy or lack of it when entering our space, are an invitation todiscover, imagine and reconsider the world that surrounds us.
Arrived reflects on the M-Lon’s idea that when we trulycome close and stop to observe, admire and understand that all these elements,natural or man-made, mean something to someone, it is in that precise momentwhen we will begin to take care, enjoy and respect it all.
Crown Jewel Of Dancesport Championships 5/19-21/11
Thursday, May 19 – Saturday, May 21
9 a.m. to 11 p.m. each day, with Friday and Saturday evening performances by Latin Dance Champions Eugene and Maria.
The Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale
One Fort Lauderdale Beach Boulevard
Crown Jewel of DanceSport Championships featuring the best domestic and international dancers coming together for three days of dance competition with Pro/Am and Amateur events featuring International Ballroom Freestyles, American Rhythm Freestyles, American Smooth Freestyles, International Latin Freestyles, Trip Crown Scholarship Challenges, Rising Star American Rhythm & International Ballroom Championships, exhibitions, theatre arts, showcases, formations and much more in an exciting three days of unprecedented dance action.
Tickets: Ticket prices vary by show and are available by calling:
Through May 16: deansofdance@aol.com; 941-753-7940 Or toll-free at 888-684-7717
After May 17: Dance Consultant’s office at The Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale: 954-465-2300 or Mr. & Mrs. Dean at 561-308-6080.
Charmingly Dysfunctional Fashion Show 5/14/11
Clevelander
1020 Ocean Drive
Miami Beach, Fl 33139
clevelander.com
Featuring the most beautiful handmade accessories in Miami Beach, Charmingly Dysfunctional will take over the Essex House lobby (1001 Collins Ave). Sip on a $5 Dysfunctional Martini and watch an amazing fashion show starting at 7p.
Quality Control Presents Social Network Saturday 5/14/11
Clevelander
1020 Ocean Drive
Miami Beach, Fl 33139
clevelander.com
Catering only to the sexiest people of South Florida, Saturday nights are all about Quality Control. End the weekend on a high note with DJ LS and a different guest DJ every week, giving you the best music Miami has to offer. This week upload your photo to the Clevelander Facebook page and get a complimentary shot of Southern Comfort Lime.
Dirty Talk Presents One Shot Vision Calendar Casting 5/12/11
Clevelander
1020 Ocean Drive
Miami Beach, Fl 33139
clevelander.com
Every Thursday is the ultimate ladies’ night in Miami Beach with Dirty Talk. Featuring complimentary admission for ladies all night long. Early birds will receive complimentary champagne between 10p – 12a from the sexiest all-male bartender staff. This week party One Shot Vision will have their calendar casting! If you are the sexiest in Miami, we want to see you! Enjoy $5 Vision Shots all night!
NBA Playoffs Are Here 5/11-16/11
Clevelander
1020 Ocean Drive
Miami Beach, Fl 33139
clevelander.com
Starting April 16, Rockstar Rewards Members receive $10 Presidente Pitchers & $5 Southern Comfort Lime during every NBA Playoff Game! Don’t have a Rockstar Rewards Card? Sign up for free in the Gift Shop!
Boston Celtics Vs Miami Heat
– May 11 @ 7pm – Everyone Enjoy $20 Buckets of Budweiser when the Miami Heat play!
– May 16 @ 8pm (TBD) – Game 6! Everyone Enjoy $20 Buckets of Budweiser when the Miami Heat play!
Fadó Irish Pub And Restaurant 80’s theme Pub Quiz 5/17/11
Fadó Irish Pub And Restaurant Plays Up Pub Quiz With New Themes
Tuesday, May 17th, 9 p.m. to midnight
Every Tuesday
Fadó Irish Pub and Restaurant
900 South Miami Avenue
Miami, FL 33130
Boddingtons, Boxtys and Brains – some just have it all!
Bringing a 40-year-old European gaming tradition to Mary Brickell Village, Fadó Irish Pub and Restaurant has injected yet another dose of pub culture in Miami. Every Tuesday night, Fadó Irish Pub and Restaurant hosts a weekly pub quiz tournament to test guests’ trivia knowledge and compete against other teams for a variety of prizes offered throughout the night — and to take home the title of pub quiz champion!
On Tuesday, May 17th, Fado introduces a new theme to game night… the 80’s. Guests will need to brush up on their knowledge of Cyndi Lauper, 16 Candles and scrunchies as questions will test their knowledge of pop culture from the 1980’s.
Upon arrival, guests receive a pamphlet of answer sheets to set up teams for eight rounds of trivia. After each round of 10 questions, sheets are brought back up to a designated scorer who tallies up correct answers per each team and inputs them into a spreadsheet that is displayed on one of the pubs flat-screens so teams know their standing after each set. For round winners, a bonus question is offered by the “quiz master†to the top three teams for the opportunity to win additional points or prizes. At the end of the last round, a final tally totaling all of the scores from each round is conducted to determine the quiz victors and to reveal their ultimate prize. To make the game even more challenging, all electronic devices are prohibited from the pub quiz area to keep from having easy access to answers.
In between each round, guests enjoy music courtesy of the pub’s onsite DJ from 8 p.m. to midnight, and take advantage of Fadó’s extensive European draught beer selection including Boddingtons Pub Ale, Harp, Smithwick’s, Hoegaarden, as well as a variety of imported bottled beers, whiskey and scotch offerings, domestic wines and signature cocktails. Guests are also invited to pair their “liquid courage†with some delicious bites from Fadó’s dinner menu as the full menu will be available until midnight and offers tempting options such as the Guinness BBQ Wings, Smithwick’s Mini Burgers, Fish and Chips, Pulled Lamb Sandwich, Smoked Salmon Bites, Cheese Dip and Wedges and more.
A Conversation with Artist Naomi Fisher at Fredric Snitzer Gallery 5/18/11
Please join us for a Conversation with Artist Naomi Fisher
Wednesday May 18th, 7pm
Fredric Snitzer Gallery
2247 NW 1st Place
Miami, FL 33127
Naomi Fisher will discuss her current solo exhibition Myakka
Please RSVP to Laura Sheridan at Laura@Snitzer.com
VITA by Bâoli’s Industry Night Launch Party 5/16/11
Vita By Bâoli Offers Exclusive Perks To The Hospitality Industry
Monday, May 16, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
VITA By Bâoli
1906 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33139
305.674.8822
www.baoli-group.com
Industry insiders to celebrate a launch event featuring complimentary hors d’oeuvres and drinks
On Monday, May 16th, South Beach’s VITA by Bâoli will host a kick-off party celebrating the resto-lounge’s new industry insider perk program. Guests who work in the hospitality business will receive a 20 percent discount off all dishes, cocktails and bottle service. The soirée begins at 7:00 p.m. and will take place in Vita’s lush outdoor Tuscan garden. Attendees will enjoy complimentary signature bites and specialty cocktails throughout the evening. Please RSVP to events@vita-miami.com.
In order to take advantage of this discount, guests must present a valid and current employment ID/business card detailing their position and place of work. This offer is available every day of the week, except Wednesdays.
Industry insiders can receive a percentage off of any dish from the Mediterranean-inspired menu including an Ahi Tuna Tartar served with homemade spicy guacamole and fingerling potato chips; Artichoke & Lobster Salad with sundried tomatoes, scallions and shallots deglazed with sherry vinegar, topped with arugula salad and tomato and spinach coulis; Black Truffle Risotto topped with Piedmontese black truffle shavings and a decadent Chocolate Fondue for Two featuring melted dark Belgian chocolate, an assortment of fresh fruits, marshmallows, chocolate chip cookies and Madeleine cake. Cocktails include an invigorating Espresso Martini made with vanilla vodka, Kalhua, fresh espresso, dark Godiva chocolate and topped off with a sugar rim; and a refreshing Green Destiny drink prepared with vodka, muddled kiwi and cucumber, and topped with a splash of apple juice.
Wall Miami 5/12-14/11
Tuesday, May 10 – Saturday, May 14, 2011
11:00 p.m. – 4:30 a.m.
WALL Miami
2201 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33139
305.938.3130
www.wallmiami.com
To reserve a table email rsvp@wallmiami.com.
Thursday, May 12
Guest hosts Michael Capponi & Michael Martin present DJ Dijital’s signature techno set.
Friday, May 13
Miami’s Mr Mauricio with a closing set by Triarchy
Saturday, May 14
NYC native Orazio Rispo brings electronic music to the turntables
WALL Miami co-owners Karim Masri, Nicola Siervo, Navin Chatani and Jarred Grant present a lineup full of sexy sounds for the week of May 9, 2011. The 4,000-square-foot VIP hotspot and celeb favorite, nestled within the award-winning W South Beach, consistently attracts A-listers, jet-setters and nightlife aficionados from around the world, giving everyone a reason to keep their eyes firmly fixed on South Beach once again.
Singles, Sushi, and Salsa Japan Fundraiser Hosted by MiamiMatch and IronFlower Fitness 5/13/11
MiamiMatch & IronFlower Fitness invite you to Singles, Sushi and Salsa
Friday, May 13, 7:30 pm – 10:00 pm
IronFlower Fitness
7300 Biscayne Boulevard
Miami, FL 33138
RSVP: Pre-purchase tickets by calling IronFlower Fitness at 305.640.5270 or at www.IronFlowerFitnessMiami.com
An Evening of Singles in Miami giving back to Japan earthquake victims. Singles, Sushi, and Salsa Japan Fundraiser Hosted by MiamiMatch and IronFlower Fitness
Singles, Sushi and Salsa will be a FUN night of Salsa lessons with Nelson Fritz, featuring beats DJ Pipo, naked sushi samplings from Moonchine and cocktails by Gold Coast Beverage. Guests will also have the opportunity to purchase raffle tickets for surprise gift certificates from local businesses. Fifty percent of all proceeds from the evening will be donated to the American Red Cross International Response Fund, an organization that provides shelter, food, counseling and other services for disaster victims. Condom USA has donated condoms to promote safe sex. MiamiMatch’s first social philanthropic event for singles, a Valentine’s Day Party for over 100 homeless children at the Community Partnership for the Homeless Shelter in Miami’s Omni area, was a tremendous success.
MiamiMatch is a matchmaking service for selective Miami singles looking for an opportunity to connect in a more meaningful way. MiamiMatch creates events and a social atmosphere for singles to mix and mingle while giving back to a charitable organization. Singles in South Florida with kind hearts who are giving individuals will have the opportunity to meet other like minded singles through our MiamiMatch network. MiamiMatch helps others in the community who are less fortunate and generates opportunities to bring kind hearted singles to meet each other. MiamiMatch also provides dating and relationship coaching, Mock Dating and our unique “Dater Raterâ€. The MiamiMatch “Dater Rater” gives members the chance to hear feedback on how they rate on the dating scale. The owner of MiamiMatch, Alana Gissen, is a Licensed Clinical Therapist and a Sex Therapist who, along with her team of relationship and sex experts, work with client’s relationship issues. The MiamiMatch team focuses on individuals’ strengths in dating and helps clients enhance their best attributes.
Public Allies Miami annual fundraiser Leaders in Bloom 5/26/11
Public Allies Miami is hosting its annual fundraiser “Leaders in Bloomâ€
May 26, 2011, 6 p.m.
Fairchild Botanic Tropical Garden
Coral Gables , FL
www.catalystmiami.org
www.publicallies.org
The flourishing gardens will set the stage for this fun community event.
$25.00 Tickets may be purchased at the door or via Paypal.
Public Allies Miami is a community service and leadership training organization, and a program of The Human Services Coalition/Catalyst Miami. Public Allies Miami’s goal is to improve the Miami area by placing young people in its non-profit organizations for 10 month apprenticeships. These young people work to develop non -profit leadership skills while increasing the capacity of Miami’s non- profit organizations. Public Allies Miami believes that everyone can lead while making a difference.
This event will raise funds to continue to provide social services to Miami residents who need them most, in the areas of healthcare, affordable housing, afterschool programming; tutoring, youth mentoring and environmental education. At the event Public Allies and Alumni will speak about their nonprofit and leadership development experience, as well as the importance of serving their community. Money raised at the event will go directly to the costs of sponsoring the Allies and help the organization continue to change our community for the better.
Cirque Eloize iD Kickoff Party on the Plaza 5/19/11
May 19, 2011
6:30pm to 8:30pm
Adrienne Arsht Center
Thomson Plaza for the Arts
More Information.
RSVP: promotions@arshtcenter.org
Join us for this FREE event to celebrate the new theatrical summer spectacle, Cirque Éloize iD!
Live Graffiti Art! Temporary Tattoo Shop! Merchandise Giveaways
The first 50 guests get FREE cupcakes from Sugar Yummy Mama
Live Stunts by the iD Cast
Plus, enter to win a luxurious Miami “staycation” and show tickets!
FREE and Open to the Public
On May 19, the streets of Downtown Miami will be pulsating with an extraordinary blend of music, electrifying special effects and a sampling of incredible acts from Cirque Éloize’s newest show “iD.†Against a backdrop of video footage from the show, audiences will be taken on a breathtaking voyage known as iD as they get a sneak peek of the Trampo-wall and witness acts of great of strength and balance that include the Cyr wheel, a bike stunt and hand-to-hand acrobats. Live from the Thomson Plaza for the Arts, outside the Adrienne Arsht Center, South Floridians are invited to experience this unique spectacle from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. before its official premiere on July 26. This event is free and open to the public and is appropriate for all ages.
“South Florida’s diverse community and booming cultural scene make it the ideal location to present iD,†said John Richard, President and CEO of the Adrienne Arsht Center. “There is no doubt in our minds that it will appeal to Miami audiences of all ages and we look forward to convening the community to offer them a sneak peek at this terrific spectacle.â€
Primary Flight, a graffiti artist company, will be creating a live graffiti mural. A “tattoo†shop will also be on site for all those inspired by the surrounding artwork and design features to get a temporary tattoo. Attendees will be able to enter to win a staycation at the Kimpton’s EPIC Hotel and two tickets to the show this summer. The first 50 guests will receive free cupcakes from Sugar Yummy Mama. Those in attendance can capture their entire adventure, in the moment, post it to Facebook and take home a print through Funclick photo booth. iD merchandise giveaways including t-shirts, beach balls and posters and Adrienne Arsht Center swag will be available.
In a tale of merging and emerging identities, iD explores the concept of individuality, personal characteristics and their ability to unite as a clan. The show is a spectacular, mind-blowing fusion of new theatrical circus, urban dance, contortionists and a fearless stunt biker for all to enjoy. Created by the great contemporary cirque director JEANNOT PAINCHAUD, iD will open for a limited two-week engagement at the Adrienne Arsht Center.
Adrienne Arsht Center presents
Cirque Eloize iD
July 26 – August 7, 2011
Ziff Ballet Opera House
Adrienne Arsht Center
1300 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami, FL 33132
Tickets: $25 – $55; VIP Tickets available for $75
For reservations, visit www.arshtcenter.org or call the box office at (305) 949-6722.
InSense Miami presents Social Media 101 Boot Camp 5/25/11
InSense Miami presents: Social Media 101 Boot Camp
Wednesday May 25, 2011 from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Fado Irish Pub & Restaurant
900 South Miami Avenue
Suite 200
Miami Beach, FL 33130
$47 includes lunch or $60 at the door- Click Here to register.
One lucky attendee will win free a Iframe business fan page valued at $500!
Join us and you will learn about…
What is Social Media? Come on, it’s not going away!
Why does it work? And how it can work for your business.
Why do I need it in my business?
What are the most effective social media mediums?
Case studies and successful campaigns – you’ve got to see it to believe it!
Tips, tricks and tools and techniques to make you a success!
How to make a social media game plan that is specific for your company’s needs.
The 4th Annual Miss Runway Competition 5/15/11
The 4th Annual Miss Runway Competition
May 15, 2011, 6pm
The Hollywood Performance Center
1770 Monroe Street
Hollywood, FL 33020
Buy Tickets Online.
A Runway model competition for aspiring models ages 5-38 and models with curves sizes 14-24.
Age divisions mini, tiny, tween, teen, MISS, and curves
They compete in three categories beach, creative, evening.
Winners from each division will win, crown, sash, tropyh, flowers, gift bag, title for the year, selected winners will be featured in New York Fashion week and many other great opportunities.
Advance Tickets are $25 – $35 at the door. No one under age of 4 for recording purposes.
Red carpet starts at 4pm which free to the public.
InSense Miami Networking Event at Vinyl and Kai 5/18/11
InSense Miami Networking Event at Vinyl and Kai
May 18, 2011, 6-9 PM
Vinyl and Kai
1131 Washington Avenue
Miami Beach FL 33139
Click Here to register or RSVP.
InSense Miami is having our monthly networking event at Vinyl and Kai!
$10 get you in, a drink to wet your whistle and network with some of the best on the beach!
Plus, you’ll want to check out the drink and food specials at this gastropub rock spot, offering a varied menu of casual comfort food and gastro delights!
Don’t forget to bring enough business cards for networking, business card BINGO, prizes and raffles.
Check out our fan page for pix from the last event.
Parking is available less than a block away on 12th & Drexel.
Fordista Poster Exhibit Finissage 5/14/11
Fordista Poster Exhibit Finissage
Saturday, May 14, 2011, 7pm
Product/81 Gallery at Wynwood
2311 N.W. 2nd Avenue
Wynwood Art District
South Florida Ford Dealer and Product/81 are doing it again at this weekend’s Wynwood Art Walk.
Join us for the final chance to catch Miami-based creative lab, Product/81’s Fordista Poster Exhibit, a series of posters created by local artists in different media. As I mentioned last month, the exhibition is sponsored by South Florida Ford and includes work by Baller B, La Mano Fria, Memo, and Team Panza, to name a few. Stop by to view the exhibit one last time, pick up a limited-edition t-shirt and enjoy live music by ESS & EMM. The Purple People Eatery food truck will be onsite to redeem your personal coupon for a Fordista burger and beverage that was specially created for this event.
Join us for the closing of the first Fordista Poster collection
Social Sign Up 5/25/11
Social Sign Up
5/25/11, 8:00 pm
Bar 721
721 Lincoln Lane
Miami Beach, FL 33139
www.abilityexplosion.org
Please come out and join us for our 2nd Social Sign Up Event. We are growing and would like to invite you to join us and help us grow. For every new email we get you will receive a free drink ticket, so tell your friends and lets party the night away!
Ability Explosion is a weeklong series of special events held in historic Miami Beach and created for the enjoyment of the entire community. From “Lights Out Miami Beach” (A Dining in the dark experience) to the 5k Run, the mission of Ability Explosion is to celebrate the ABILITIES of people living with Disabilities, to encourage their acceptance by the entire community and to promote innovations that will improve their lives.
MoAFL Creative Summer Art Academy Open Enrollment
Open Enrollment Now Taking Place For Museum Of Art Fort Lauderdale’s Creative Summer Art Academy
Open to Children Entering Grades 1 – 12
Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
954.525.5500
www.moafl.org
The Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale, Nova Southeastern University, is pleased to offer its anticipated Creative Summer Art Academy (CSAA) in 2011. Open enrollment is now taking place for the two-week art workshops, which offer students focused instruction by local, professional artists and art instructors.
Five, two-week sessions will be offered beginning June 13, 2011 Sessions run as follows: June 13-24 | June 27-July 8 | July 11-22* | July 25-August 5* | August 8-19.
*Also, a Musical Theatre Production class will be offered during sessions III and IV for students entering grades 4-8 in collaboration with the Inside Out Theatre Company. Students entering grades 5-8 will participate in a Set Design class during this time.
Students may sign up for as many sessions as desired. High school students are encouraged to attend all sessions, as CSAA has been pivotal in working with students to create comprehensive portfolios for consideration at many of the country’s top art schools. Many CSAA alumni have gone on to receive noteworthy scholarships.
Grades 1-4
Painting, drawing, and design are explored using a variety of materials, with an emphasis on creativity, exploration, art vocabulary, and experimentation. Musical Theatre Production will be offered during sessions III and IV for students entering grades 4-8 in collaboration with the Inside Out Theatre Company.
Grades 5-8
Subjects covered include design, painting and drawing. Workshops build on the elements of composition, vocabulary, creativity, and the overall process involved with creating a work of art. Set Design will be included in the curriculum for students entering grades 5-8 during sessions III & IV in conjunction with Musical Theatre Production class.
Grades 9-12
Students will be introduced to Anatomy & Structure (study and analysis of the skeleton and muscular structure of the human figure) using a variety of live models and reference to the skeleton. Students will learn proportions of the human skeleton, as well as individual muscle identification. Students will draw and paint from models performing dynamic gestural poses and extended poses. Instructors encourage the development of the students’ technical drawing skills and ultimately their creative expression.
Registration is now open. Registrations are on a first-come, first-served basis; space is limited so register early! Museum Member and multiple session and child discounts are available.
Creative Summer Art Academy Sessions will run:
SESSION I: June 13 – June 24 9 am to 4 pm Before/After Care $125.00
SESSION II: June 27 – July 8 9 am to 4 pm Before/After Care $125.00
SESSION III: July 11 – July 22 9 am to 4 pm Before/After Care $125.00
SESSION IV: July 25 – Aug. 5 9 am to 4 pm Before/After Care $125.00
SESSION V: Aug. 8 – Aug. 19 9 am to 4 pm Before/After Care $125.00
The cost of CSAA is $450 per session. Multiple session and child discounts are available. In addition to session costs, morning and/or afternoon care is offered; price $50 for morning and $100 for afternoon or $125 for both.
Concurrently to the CSAA, the Studio School will offer “Summer Nights,†a 10-week semester for adults.
Since its founding in 1958, the Museum of Art I Fort Lauderdale has served our growing community as a gathering place for friends and neighbors, a lifelong learning center for children and adults, and as a dynamic hub for the cultural life of Broward County. Housed since 1986 in a distinguished modernist building designed by Edward Larrabee Barnes, the Museum is South Florida’s premier destination for qualityexhibitions and programs that encompass every facet of civilization’s visual history. During the past five years, more than 11Ž2 million visitors have enjoyed remarkable exhibitions like Vatican Splendors: A Journey through Faith and Art, Cradle of Christianity, Tutankhamun and the Golden Age of the Pharaohs, and American Chronicles: The Art of Norman Rockwell. In 2008, the Museum became part of Nova Southeastern University, the seventh-largest not-for-profit independent institution in the nation, to form an expanded arts campus that joins the school’s Davie location with the Museum’s downtown Fort Lauderdale address.
The Museum of Art is located at One East Las Olas Boulevard at Andrews Avenue and is always open at www.moafl.org.
Closing Night Party at Vita-a great end to Romance in a Can film festival by Betty Alvarez
On May 10, Vita by Baoli hosted the closing night party for Romance in a Can. Guests were treated with appetizers along with champagne and wine by Chamarre Wines. This closing night event served as a toast to another year to Romance in a Can. Several movie clips that were shown during the festival were featured to the guests as they enjoyed one more night of celebration.
For more information of Romance in a Can please visit www.romanceinacan.com
Photographs by Betty Alvarez copyright 2011
Latinbiz Networking Event 5/24/11
May 24, 2011 6:00-8:00pm
Lizarran
65 Alhambra Plaza
Coral Gables, FL 33134
FREE ADMISSION
Complimentary Drink
Appetizers
Prize Raffles
Cash Raffle
Meter coin street parking or public parking building by Galiano and Aragon
Ready for a taste of Spain? I’m excited to announce that the world renown Spanish franchise Lizarran has arrived to the beautiful city of Coral Gables and we will be hosting our next event there.
Come connect with other professionals; learn what they are doing and share with them how what you do, can help them in their businesses. The most effective and affordable way to market your business is through networking. Networking done right is the most efficient relationship building opportunity you can partake in. Come join us, as we proudly welcome our friends from Doral and Airport West Chamber of Commerce, The Florida State Hispanic Chamber, and Peruvian American Chamber of Commerce of Florida.
Can’t wait to see you there!
PanAmerican ArtProjects presents The African Caribbean: Santiago Olazabal, Manuel Mendive and David Boxer Closing 5/14/11
The African Caribbean: the works of Santiago Olazabal, Manuel Mendive and David Boxer Closing reception:
May 14th, 6-9 PM
PanAmerican ArtProjects
The exhibition explores the African influence in contemporary art through the works of three Caribbean artists: Santiago Olazabal, Manuel Mendive and David Boxer. Olazabal’s and Mendive’s works show the religious influence of African cultures while David Boxer’s commentary comes from a social viewpoint.
Rik Rak Spring Into Beauty at JW Marriott Marquis 5/12/11
Spring Into Beauty
Thursday, May 12th, 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
JW Marriott Marquis Rik Rak Salon & Spa
255 Biscayne Boulevard Way
Miami FL 33131
Rik Rak Salon & Spa and GIlt City
Invites you to sip cocktails and sample delectable hors d’oeuvres & sweets while you indulge in an evening of beauty featuring complimentary mini treatments including; hand, neck and shoulder massages, manicures and eyelash applications.
RSVP To: 305.534.0081 14 or jwrikrak@thepattongroupinc.com
Sponsors: Rik Rak Salon & Spa, Gilt City, JW Marriott Marquis, Voga Italia, Butter Cream Cupcakes, The Cheese Cake Gallery
The Super Hero Revolution Exhibition 5/14/11
The Super Hero Revolution Exhibition
May 14, 2011, 7PM
Madinitaly
Miami Design District
4 NE 39th Street
(Corner of North Miami Avenue & 39th St)
www.leonardohidalgo.com
RSVP to artinvasiongallery@gmail.com
Made In Italy is pleased to invite you to Wynwood’s Second Saturday Art Walk Showcasing Leonardo Hidalgo New Series Of Paintings The Super Hero Revolution
Leonardo inspired by the victory of the US special forces for capturing Osama Bin Laden, he executed this spectacular painting that will be in exhibition this Saturday. He dedicates this painting to the united states forces and the families that were victims of September 11th.
Painting: Victorious 86″ x 108″ Acrylic on Canvas Mounted on Wood
Bardot presents Radioboxer 5/19/11
Bardot presents: Radioboxer
May 19, 9pm
Bardot
3456 North Miami Avenue
Miami, FL 33127
Bardot’s doors open at 9PM / 21+. Radioboxer will be playing at 11:00PM sharp. The cost of the entrance is $5 and it is highly recommended to get there early due to limited space.
On Thursday May 19 Radioboxer will be bringing their Bi-Polar Pop show to Bardot. After their successful album release party, the Hialeah sextet is ready to show the entire 305 why the press repeatedly calls their shows “an explosion of energy†and what the Miami New Times claimed as, “something else entirely. Theatrics, props and all the stops.†With a fast growing fan base and features in Miami New Times, Miami Herald, NPR, NBC Miami, MySpace Music, AOL Music and other national and international media, Radioboxer has positioned themselves as one of the top live acts to catch in Florida.
Bardot has gained serious popularity due to its über-hip atmosphere inspired by the revolution in nightclubs between the 1920s (Berlin Cabarets) and the 1960s (London Rock Bars) and it’s equipped with state-of-the-art video and sound systems. Bardot is proud of its live music selections, stating that it showcases the best bands in Florida as well as top performers in every genre, giving seasoned and emerging bands a place to show their stuff. Radioboxer-Bardot collaborations in the past have resulted in a packed, half naked venue singing in perfect unison with a kind of satisfaction only eclipsed by the massive amounts of energy released.
Performance by Xavier Cha at the de la Cruz Collection 5/14/11
Saturday, May 14, 2011 from 7 pm to 10 pm
de la Cruz Collection
In February of 2011, artist-in-residence Xavier Cha created an open casting call for actors. After receiving more than 50 head shots within one week, she narrowed down the selection to 20 actors to audition for 3 parts.
The three parts of the audition are based on familiar cinematic conventions with no dialogue. Although the subtle gestures listed on the casting call are open to personal interpretation, they are mostly mimetic of something one has already seen on screen.
The first part of the auditions were open to a public audience on the second floor of the de la Cruz Collection in February 12, 2011. With the actors Cha has selected from these auditions, she, with the assistance of a crew and professional film apparatus will attempt through multiple takes to capture a “close” representation of these familiar shots during the Design District’s Second Saturday Gallery Walk at the de la Cruz Collection on Saturday, May 14, 2011 from 7 pm to 10 pm.
In The Project Room:
April 9 – July 9, 2011
Kevin Arrow’s Amor Infinitus is based on a selection of two 35mm slides from a trove of travel slides that the artist received from a source who traveled around the world. These images speak to a love of travel and question what it is to be someplace else, memories, evidence, eternal love, and impermanence.
Open House Sundays Celebrating Sandra Garcia’s Birthday Finale 5/15/11
Open House Sundays (Celebrating Sandra Garcia’s Birthday Finale)
05/15/2011, 4:00pm -5:00am
C-Level Rooftop Terrace at the Clevelander Hotel
1020 Ocean Drive
Miami Beach, FL
Leon Morley & Sandra Garcia Present “Open House Sundays” Where the Ocean Meets the Sky
Join this Sunday as we Celebrate Sandra Garcia on Day 5 of “A Little Something for Everyone…Get In….Where You Fit In….” Birthday Week the Extended Version with Special Guest set by “Djinji Brown”
Bringing the Best in Local & International DJs Weekly Sundays
“Open House” is proud to present our Sunday Residents:
Kristian Caro / Stefano Ravasini / Ivano Bellini
Giiving You A Fusion Of Progressive, Deep/Soulful & Classic House Music.
Along with Leon Morley on Sax
Hosted By Rod Pratt & Friends
Do you know someone who is celebrating a birthday? Celebrate it with us. We’ll provide the setting, music, and best drinks on the beach. Bottle Service is available, RSVP your table today.
Bottle Specials
Small Grey Goose + 4 Red Bulls = $65 (Best Deal)
2 for $450 (includes Johnnie Walker Black & Grey Goose)
Smash Art A Piñata Breaking Performance 5/21/11
Smash Art: A Piñata Breaking Performance
May 21, 7 – 10 p.m.
Flagler Arts Space
172 West Flagler Street
Miami, FL 33130
flaglerartsspace.com
Flagler Arts Space will unveil its newest interactive experiment, ‘Smash Art: A Piñata Breaking Performance,’ on Saturday, May 21, from 7-10 p.m. at 172 W. Flagler St., across from the Miami Art Museum.
This show, a collection of dozens of fine-art piñatas built by Flagler Arts Space members and other local artists, will feature a series of ‘you buy it, you break it’ piñata destructions. The hidden contents of each purchased piñata will be revealed, fulfilling the artwork’s purpose, and enabling viewers to appreciate the artist’s ideas. The show will remain open by appointment until Friday, June 4.
The gallery and studios were recently opened by a cooperative of eight local artists working to build welcoming and interactive exhibits in downtown Miami. The artists — Annie Blazejack, David Olivera, Juan Travieso, Leonardo Castañeda, Nicole Mucher, Nicole Serize, Noah Garcia, Ray Lopez, and Reinier Gamboa — began their art-making at Miami magnet arts high schools, and have recently returned from continuing their studies at some of the nation’s top art schools. Gallery and studio space has been donated by The Thomas Center, a real estate company committed to enlivening downtown Miami.
For more information, email flaglerartsspace@gmail.com or visit http://flaglerartsspace.wordpress.com
A Women’s Empowerment Brunch 6/4/11
A Women’s Empowerment Brunch
June 4, 2011, 11 am till 2 pm
Eden South Beach
210 23rd Street
Miami Beach, Florida
www.myempowoment.org
In keeping with this initiative and our overall vision, Social Esquire is hosting an empoWOMENt brunch where women will come together to celebrate their individuality.
We will also have a special honoree this year, Somy Ali. Somy Ali’s mother was a victim of domestic violence. Since 2006 Somy has been working as a human rights advocate through her non-profit organization, No More Tears, that stands in support of the Universal D…eclaration of Human Rights and its guarantees of safety, security and freedom for all humans. No More Tears’ mission is to eradicate violence in all its forms through collaborative projects involving awareness, education, activism, and advocacy for victims both domestically and abroad. No More Tears has rescued many women over the years; providing them with shelter, education, even assisting with immigration services for those not born in the U.S. It is our pleasure to shine a light on this organization.
The brunch will be held on June 4th, from 11:00 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the upscale Eden Restaurant in Miami Beach. To RSVP and make your donation, please go to www.myempowoment.org!
KCC Productions and the Miami Jazz Society present baritone LeNard Rutledge at Skylounge 5/11/11
KCC Productions and the Miami Jazz Society present baritone LeNard Rutledge at Skylounge
May 11 at 7 PM
Skylounge
100 SE 2nd Street
Miami
The Downtown Jazz Series, now in its fourth year, is free. Parking is available in the building for a $10 event rate, and the free Metro Mover’s Knight Center stop is in the building. Food and beverage are available in the Sky Lounge. For more information call 305-539-7084.
Captivating, soul stirring, earthy and funky. These are just some of the words used to describe the song stylings of LeNard Rutledge. Growing up in Miami, Florida, LeNard was always surrounded by many different musical styles. His parents had an extensive music collection ranging from Classical, Jazz, Hymns and the funk of James Brown.
In the fall of 1984, LeNard went to St. Augustine’s College in Raleigh, NC. LeNard was awarded a Band Scholarship by Dr. Harold Jeffries (Director of Bands). It was in Raleigh when LeNard’s musical journey took flight. In the fall of 1984, he recorded two jingles for WLLE, a local AM radio station. He played drums, co-wrote and sang background vocals. He played timpani and general percussion in the Concert band and was the back–up drummer for the Jazz Ensemble. After a year of hinting and periodic begging, LeNard got his first big break. In the fall of 1986, LeNard sang the ballad “Teach Me Tonight†at the Annual Spring Concert. His confidence grew as he sang more songs, which led to other projects such as studio work and voice-over jobs. For fear of letting his drumming chops falter, LeNard played at area clubs to keep the rust away. A musical friend (Rick Best) introduced him to song writing.
In 1992, Stanley Baird, an area saxophonist, asked LeNard to submit songs for his upcoming CD, Stop, Look & Listen. Stan recorded three of his songs and released them on his label, Saxony Records. In 1995, LeNard submitted two of those songs to the Billboard Songwriting Contest. One of the songs, “So In Love (with you)” placed in the top 1% of 50,000 R&B entries. In the fall of 1995, he returned for a while to Miami. Needing extra cash to return to school, a childhood friend, Alan Morley told him he could earn extra money producing Rap and Hip-Hop Music. He introduced him to Gary Bradshaw (a Miami Rapper). From October 1995 to January 1996, LeNard “ghost wrote†and produced 9 original tracks for Gary. After returning to school in January of 1996, LeNard made the Dean’s List and Graduated in May 1997 with a B.S. Degree in Industrial Hygiene and Safety.
In May 1997, LeNard moved back to Miami. In October 1997, LeNard auditioned as a vocalist for the Melton Mustafa Orchestra. He got the gig and was the featured vocalist until 2003. LeNard has been a featured vocalist at area jazz spots in South Florida. The Museum of Contemporary Art, the Van Dyke Café and O’Hara’s Jazz Pub are the most notable. LeNard has shared the stage with a number of highly respectable jazz artists such as: Nnenna Freelon, Dee Dee Bridgewater, Kenny Drew Jr., and Harry Allen. In May of 2006, LeNard was named BEST JAZZ ARTIST, by the Miami New Times magazine. His first CD, Hello World, was released in November.
MANO Fine Art presents Harriet’s Secret 5/21/11
MANO Fine Art presents “Harriet’s Secret”
Saturday, May 21, 2011, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
MANO Fine Art Project Space
4225 SW 75 Avenue
Miami, FL
For more info: 305.467.6819
www.manofineart.com
Join MANO Fine Art for the Opening Reception for Harriet’s Secret, an exhibition showcasing a new body of work by Miami-based artist, Derek Wilson.
Inspired by the memories of his late mother, Wilson has createed a poignant tribute to a mother’s legacy of love.
Wilson, recalls that the last conversation he had with his mother was a heated debate about her symptoms and the 911 call that he eventually made. Harriet Kathryn Michael as it reads on her birth certificate was struck by a massive heart attack. She passed away in her son’s arms on March 18, 2005 at the age of fifty-six. In his eulogy Wilson spoke about how close he and his mother had always been, “We were the best of friends†Wilson said. Yet, soon after her death he would discover that his mother had kept secrets from him. Some secrets were innocent, as is the story behind her name; Wilson grew up knowing her as Kathy not Harriet, other secrets were little white lies and some were deeper.
Wilson’s work weaves memories into a simple yet sophisticated iconography that gives the viewer a sense of who Kathryn was. Works such as “In A Dream We Spokeâ€, a portrait of his mother painted on yellow post-it-notes was inspired by her tendency to leave trails of messages around the house. With other pieces such as with the interactive installation “Secret Recipe†the viewer is invited to view a very private world, a world filled with medical recipes and their corresponding side effects. This piece attempts to unravel the web of secrets involving her health; secrets that she undoubtedly took with her.
Wilson, who earned his B.A. in Sculpture from Florida International University, attributes his eclectic taste in materials and media to the many experiences he had as an undergraduate student. “My methodology as it relates to art, is and has always been in a constant state of flux,†says Wilson. “I have an unquenchable thirst for the experiment, the process; this is what drives me.†Wilson, currently lives in Miami, Florida with his wife.
MANO Fine Art is located in the Bird Road Art District at 4225 SW 75 Avenue. For more information contact 305.467.6819 or visit www.manofineart.com
The Opening Reception for Harriett’s Secret will be held in conjunction with the Bird Road Art Walk. On the third Saturday of each month the artists and galleries of the Bird Road Art District open their doors to host a monthly art walk from 7:00 pm-10:00 pm. The Bird Road Art Walk is a unique opportunity to go behind-the-scenes and experience one of Miami’s oldest and most vibrant art districts, where you’ll discover a unique thriving community of more than 30 artists and an emerging gallery scene. The area features a broad range of contemporary, emerging and established artists working in a variety of disciplines.
Enjoy complimentary wine and light bites, plenty of free parking and a free shuttle bus that will take you to each particpating venue.
The Bird Road Art District is nestled between Bird Road (S.W. 40th Street) and SW 48th Street, from SW 75 Avenue to SW 72 Avenue.
For a complete listing of participating venues visit us at www.thebirdroadartdistrict.com.
Facebook: Bird Road Art District
Twitter: @BirdRoadArts
Art Auction from the UK to South Florida at LMNT 5/20/11
Art Auction from the UK to South Florida at LMNT
May 20th / 2011, 7:30pm
LMNT Contemporary Arts
59 NW 36th Street
Miami, FL 33127
Hammer & Block Auctioneers are pleased to present Miami’s newest auction house. Their live auction with emphasis on Latin American Art will take place at LMNT Contemporary Art located in Midtown Miami.
The auction will also be online. Catalog and online bidding information available at www.hammerandblock.com
Some of the art works that will be up for auction:
Marcelo Bonevardi, David Manzur,Enrique Grau, Diego Torres, Salustiano, Frank Hyder and much more.
Buyers Premium: 15%
AU#4168 AB#2992
Auction Begins at 7:30pm, please come earlier for registration.
No Admission or Registration Fee
The Wedding Salon 6/13/11
The Wedding Salon
Monday, June 13, 2011, 4:00pm-9:00pm
Gansevoort Miami Beach
2377 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33139
For $15 Promotional Tickets ($50 Value, Admits 2), Use Code SMLP at www.WeddingSalon.com, call 212.631.7777
The Wedding Salon is the Ultimate Bridal Shopping Event showcasing the latest trends in Gowns, Cakes, Honeymoons, Photographers, Florists and more. Register today to meet top celebrity bridal vendors including Ana Paz! Enter to win a Magical Honeymoon Giveaway from Secrets Resorts & Spas! Discover Fantasy Table Décor, Enjoy a Couture Fashion Show, Beauty Makeovers, Cocktails, Cake Tastings and a fabulous goodie bag.
Next performing Live 5/13/11
Next performing LIVE
5/13/2011, 5pm-3am
Palm Gardens
2700 NW 167 street
miami gardens fl. 33056
palmgardens.eventbrite.com
Platinum Group Next Will Be Performing Live! Dis Friday May 13, 2011 With Hits Like “Wifey” & “Too Close”…
& Don’t Miss Out On Happy Hour Everyone Drink *Free* From 5pm-10pm & Free Buffet! What! That’s What I Said!… What’s The Catch?… Buy A $20 Band => Unlimited Drinks Til 10pm & Enjoy The Free Buffet & Stay For The *Next* Concert This Friday May 13, 2011 Call 305.620.7424 Asap For Your Band!
KCC Productions and the Van Dyke Cafe present vocalist Sybil Gage 5/12/11
KCC Productions and the Van Dyke Cafe present vocalist Sybil Gage
Thursday May 12, at 9 PM
The Van Dyke
846 Lincoln Road
South Beach
For more information, call 305-534-3600 or visit thevandykecafe.com.
Sybil Gage is an award-winning singer, songwriter and Blues and Jazz artist who has been compared to Corinne Bailey-Rae, Laura Nyro, Janis Joplin, and Eartha Kitt. Sybil’s love for her hometown of New Orleans is evident in every part of her performance. Hats and boas are a big part of her style. She stops the show to packed houses every Tuesday night at Heidi’s Jazz Club in Cocoa Beach, FL where she has been in residence since 2009. Singing the music of Blu Lu and Danny Barker, Sippie Wallace, Oscar Brown Jr., Bessie Smith, Satchmo, and her own original music, Sybil has a devoted following that label themselves as “Sybilized.â€
Space Coast Living Magazine named her †Best Musician in Brevard County†for 2008. Her latest CD, NOLA Calling, reached #1 on the UVUMI internet charts last year and stayed there for 2 months. NOLA Calling was also nominated for Best Self-Produced CD by the International Blues Challenge in Memphis for 2011. Sybil has been invited back to the New Smyrna Beach Jazz Festival for the fourth time. She has performed for NBA great Vince Carter and also travels frequently to New York to perform. Last year she did a performance with vibraphonist Warren Chiasson at the UN for the Canadian delegation. In September 2010 she was special guest with the Five Points Band at The Delancey for a Max’s Kansas City Reunion.
Sybil has been an opening act for John Waite and Zydeco Queen Rosie Ledet. Sybil is also host of her own radio show, “The Stormy Monday Showâ€, on www. 1300WMEL.com . She is the recipient of 3 ASCAP awards for Excellence in Performance and Songwriting 2008-2010.
YouTube link, “Ding Dong Blues†(Sybil original): [tubepress video=”ly4atJ93yTk”]
RA Sushi in South Miami Hits the Spot with New Summer Promotion
RA Sushi in South Miami Hits the Spot with New Summer Promotion starting Monday, May 16
Late Night Menu offers $5 items Monday through Thursday
The “Summer 5-Spot†promotion will be available until Thursday, Sept. 22, is available for dine-in orders only, and is offered at RA Sushi in South Miami: 5829 SW 73rd St., Miami, FL., 305.341.0092
RA Sushi in South Miami is prepared to hit the spot with the launch of “Summer 5-Spot,†a new promotion featuring an array of menu items for just $5 each, available Monday through Thursday from 9 p.m. to midnight.
For those who are in need of a good happy hour but fall victim to a long day at the office or just a long day period, “Summer 5-Spot†presents guests with a second chance to end the day on a good note. Guests may choose between a variety of $5 menu items selected from the tapas menu, RA’s most popular dishes, as well as an extensive cocktail list.
Included are new menu items: Vegetable Tempura Roll (lightly battered asparagus, sweet potato & Japanese eggplant rolled & topped with colorful crunchy tempura bits; drizzled with a sweet eel sauce), Tropical Roll (cucumber, mango & avocado rolled & topped with spinach tempura bits, spicy shrimp mixed with masago & mango salsa), RA’s specialty rolls (Crunchy Shrimp Tempura Roll, Crunchy Calamari Roll), RA Chips & Salsa, RA Tapas (Sweet Onion Salmon, Shishito Peppers, Seared Tuna), Calamari Tempura, Pork Gyoza, Pineapple Cheese Wontons, Spicy Sesame Chicken Wings (glazed chicken wings with a sweet & spicy sesame sauce), Tootsy Maki (kani kama crab mix, shrimp & cucumber rolled & topped with crunchy tempura bits; drizzled with a sweet eel sauce), California Roll, Spicy Shrimp Roll, and Spicy Salmon Roll. An array of $5 drink specials will also be offered, including Kirin and Kirin Light beers (22 oz.) on Mondays, Sauza Margaritas and Cruzan Mojitos on Tuesdays, Sobieski Vodka Martinis on Wednesdays, and select wines by the glass on Thursdays.
RA Sushi Bar Restaurant, an upbeat, unconventional sushi bar, opened its first location in Scottsdale, Ariz. in October 1997. RA is best known for successfully combining distinctive sushi with a trendy, hip atmosphere. Fresh sushi is served to order along with outstanding Japanese fusion cuisine in a fun, lively environment. The result is a place that is both unpretentious and fashionable. Lunch is served from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily. Dinner is served until 11 p.m. Monday through Wednesday and until midnight Thursday through Sunday. The bar is open until 1 a.m. or later. Happy Hour food and beverage specials are offered Monday through Saturday, 3 to 7 p.m.
Toast to Awareness Wine Tasting 6/3/11
Friday June 3, 2011 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar
2525 Ponce De Leon Boulevard
Coral Gables, FL 33134
Please join us for a delicious Wine Tasting with paired Hors D’oeuvres
At the beautiful wine bar at
Fleming’s in Coral Gables
All proceeds go towards Family Resource’s Center’s Back to School On-Track campaign
to raise funds for backpacks and school supplies for children living in foster care.
Tickets $30 Online or at the Door
MAM Contemporaries Social With 10×10 Miami 5/21/11
Join Miami’s Young Professional Cultural Community At The Annual Mam Contemporaries Social With 10×10 Miami
Saturday, May 21, 7-10pm
Miami Art Museum
101 W Flagler St.
Miami, FL 33130
FREE garage parking at the Cultural Center Garage, 50 NW 2nd Ave.
Cost: Free for MAM Contemporaries and members of participating organizations.
Guests $10
(Organizations who wish to participate should contact mamcontemporaries@miamiartmuseum.org / 305.375.2617.)
Contact: mamcontemporaries@miamiartmuseum.org / 305.375.2617
Join the MAM Contemporaries and Miami’s non-profit and cultural organizations for an artful evening at the annual MAM Contemporaries Social. Learn about the organizations that have contributed to the cultural vitality of South Florida, and hear from 10 creative Miami minds during a special 10×10 Miami presentation with emcee Brandi Reddick, Art in Public Places, and: Stephanie Ansin, Playground Theatre; George Sanchez Calderon, Artist/ Tomorrowland; Claudio Faria, Ornare; Thais Fontenelle, Design Curator; Richard Haig, Panic Bomber; Michael Laas, ECS- Environmental Creative Solutions; Julian Martin and Erika Morales, Lemon Yellow; Ofer Mizrahi, Miami Ironside Studios; and Chad Oppenheim, Architect.
Partners include: ArtCenter/South Florida, Best Buddies, Community Partnership for the Homeless, Cornell Club, Ecomb, Girls’ Club, HistoryMiami, LegalArt, Miami Science Museum, NextGen, Rotaract, Surfrider Foundation, University of Chicago Alumni Association and Wynwood Art Fair.
Open, donation bar. Support provided by Novela Law. Hors d’Å“uvres provided by The Local. Media partner: SocialMiami.com. Decor provided by Koncept Events.
MAM Contemporaries Social on Facebook.
MAM Contemporaries, Miami Art Museum’s dynamic support organization, is a group of young professionals who are curious about Miami’s constantly evolving art scene. This cosmopolitan group, open to MAM members between the ages of 21 to 41, offers those interested in the visual arts the opportunity to contribute to the cultural vitality of South Florida through art-related events and programs.
The Miami Symphony Orchestra (MISO) and Miami International Airport (MIA) Music In Unsuspected Spaces 5/14/11
Music in Unsuspected Spaces at Miami International Airport
Saturday, May 14, 2011 at 2:00pm
MIA South Terminal – 3rd Floor – Meeter Greeter Lobby
MISO’s ninety-piece ensemble to perform for unsuspecting travelers in Miami International Airport’s South Terminal in a first seen concert of its kind.
The Miami Symphony Orchestra (MISO) has partnered with the Miami-Dade Aviation Department to perform a symphonic concert at Miami International Airport’s South Terminal on Saturday, May 14th, 2011. MISO wishes to surprise arriving passengers to Miami International Airport (MIA) by giving them a warm musical welcome as part of MIA’s mission to showcase Miami’s vast cultural offerings, including Miami Symphony Orchestra and in conjunction with MISO’s Music in Unsuspected Spaced community concert series.
Featuring the works of their Romantic Finale concert:
Brahms: Academic Festival Overture
Rachmaninoff: Piano Concerto No. 2 in C minor
Dvorak: Symphony No. 8 in G major
with Yury Shadrin, Piano
Eduardo Marturet, Conductor
A full size ninety piece symphony orchestra, accompanied by Russian born Virtuoso Yury Shadrin at the piano under the masterful conduction of Eduardo Marturet is indeed a world-class performance not many would expect to experience in an airport terminal but surely will delight the traveling passengers and will be a memorable cultural experience they will take away from Miami.
Meet and Greet Reception for VIP Guests to Immediately Follow
Music In Unsuspected Spacesis part of MISO’s community concert series, which brings their talented orchestra to various South Florida locations, surprising patrons with their amazing talent free of charge. A similar event was carried out in South Florida’s Aventura Mall on January 16th, 2010, which caused a crowd-stopping audience of hundreds of shoppers literally sitting on the floor to catch the show in beautiful awe.
The Miami-Dade Aviation Department, a strong supporter of MISO and cultural initiatives, agreed that providing this performance is step toward achieving their common goals of enriching the community. MISO’s generous support by Donald J. Pliner ensures that this world-class orchestra sets foot in style.
Miami Music Television Showcases South Florida
Miami Music Television show serves as a platform to feature musicians, bands and performers from the South Florida and international markets performing all genres and styles of music. The program will also include celebrity guest appearances and interviews from the music and entertainment industries. Miami Music Television targets the very desirable 18 to 39 year old demographic with strong numbers in older 65+ demographics as well.
ABC Television Saturday night on WPLG Channel 10 Miami Florida, Atlantic Broadband, Comcast Cable, Dish Network, Direct TV at 1am.
MCB Network Houston Texas Channel 55.4 Saturday night at 8 pm.
Hot TV Network, New York, Seattle, Dallas and Ft. Worth Saturday night.
Tele max 5 Haiti, Saturday night at 8pm on the #1 TV station in Haiti and .5 million online in Miami.
Any artists or musicians interested in appearing on the show go to www.MiamiMusicTelevision.com and send your information.
Family Fun Day The Majestic Andes 6/11/11
Saturday, June 11 from noon – 5pm
HistoryMiami
101C West Flagler Street
Miami, Florida 33130
Join the Masis Bolivian Cultural Center at HistoryMiami for an exciting performance of traditional music and dance from the Andean regions of South America. Then, get the chance to make your own beautiful Inca jewelry.
Free and open to the public.
Info: Call: 305-375-1629
Miami River Boat Tour 6/11/11
Saturday, June 11 10 am – 1 pm
Bayside Marketplace
401 Biscayne Boulevard
Miami
Enjoy this leisurely boat ride with HistoryMiami’s historian Dr. Paul George four miles upriver along the same banks where ancient Tequesta Indians settled. Discover the hidden communities, parks, restaurants, freshwater springs and the site of the rapids. Advance reservations and payment required.
Members: $44 Non-Members: $49 Children: $25
Info/RSVP: Call: 305-375-1621 or email: citytours@historymiami.org
Tropical Adventure Summer Camp 6/10/11
Beginning June 10, 2011 from 9 am – 5 pm
HistoryMiami
101C West Flagler Street
Miami, Florida 33130
HistoryMiami’s Summer Camp is a unique program designed to engage campers in thematic programs and activities that allow them to learn while having fun. For 10 weeks, campers are exposed to indoor and outdoor hands-on activities, including gallery games, music, arts and crafts, drama, field trips to historic sites and many more exciting summertime experiences.
Members: $165/week Non-Members: $190/week*
Free before and after care (8:30-9 am and 5-5:30 pm)
To register, call 305-375-1629, email: education@historymiami.org, or online at www.historymiami.org.
Wine Down Wednesday 6/1/11
Every first Wednesday of the month from 5 – 8pm
HistoryMiami
101 West Flagler Street
Miami
Don’t sit in rush hour traffic when you can be drinking wine, listening to live music and mingling with other professionals at HistoryMiami.
Free parking at 50 NW 2 Ave.
Free and open to the public.
Members: Complimentary Glass of Wine
RSVP to 305-375-1614 or rsvp@historymiami.org
Fisher Island South Beach Boat Tour 5/15/11
Sunday, May 15 from 10 am – 1 pm
Bayside Marketplace
401 Biscayne Boulevard
Miami
Join History Miami and listen to scandalous and amazing South Beach stories while on a leisurely cruise of Biscayne Bay with Dr. Paul George. See star-studded Star Island’s waterfront mansions, and Palm Island, before crossing to fabulous Fisher Island for a close-up view of this exclusive enclave. Advance reservations and payment required.
Members: $44 Non-Members: $49 Children: $25
Info/RSVP: Call: 305-375-1621 or email: citytours@historymiami.org
Little Havana Cuban Cuisine & Culture Walk 5/14/11
Saturday, May 14 from 10 am – 1 pm
Brigade 2506 torch monument across from Nuevo Siglo Market,
1305 SW 8 Street
Miami
HistoryMiami invites you to explore Cuban culture with guide Pepe Menendez. Walk through this dynamic neighborhood, as you sample the food and coffee. Visit a botanica, Domino Park and see neighborhood social clubs. Advance reservations suggested.
Members: $20 Non-Members: $25
Info/RSVP: Call: 305-375-1621 or email: citytours@historymiami.org
Family Fun Day Sunshine State Souvenirs 5/14/11
Saturday, May 14 from noon – 5pm
HistoryMiami
101C West Flagler Street
Miami, Florida 33130
For years, tourists have flocked to our region and returned home with mementos, such as those on view in our latest exhibit, Souvenir Maps and Plates of Florida. Come to HistoryMiami and have a look at them and enjoy making your own kitschy souvenirs!
Free and open to the public.
Info: Call: 305-375-1629 or email: education@historymiami.org
Photographs by Anthony Jordon of Martin Miller Gin Crawl on South Beach on 5/7/11
Photographs taken by Anthony Jordon of Martin Miller Gin Crawl on South Beach on Saturday, May 7, 2011. Â We meet at the Raleigh Hotel Bar and had four amazing gin cocktails and then we moved on to Eden Restaurant and some two gin cocktails paired with some amazing food made for us. Â Our last stop was at Waxy’s South Beach which we had three different gin cocktails. Â I have to say I normally don’t care for gin but some of these cocktails we had during this crawl has made me a gin fan. Â The Donatello at the Raleigh was my favorite, made with fresh blueberries, raspberries, orange , lemon and Martin Miller Gin, it was amazing.
Photographs taken by Anthony Jordon to see more of his work go to his flickr page or his facebook page.
Silent Art Auction benefitting UNICEF 5/21/11
Silent Art Auction benefitting UNICEF
May 21st, 7 p.m.-10 p.m.
Aesthetic Gallery
2 N.E. 40th St.
Miami,FL 33137
You can help us make a difference!
Dr. Gabriel Salloum asks that you plan on joining us May 21st, 2011 for a silent art auction featuring over 10 local Miami artists. All proceeds from the auction will go directly to the UNICEF Tap project. Opening bids will vary and everyone is welcome! Amazing fact: $1 provides 40 days of clean drinking water for one child. Mark your calendar and join us in making a difference. For more information on UNICEF Tap, www.tapproject.org
Art Fest @ Doral 5/13-15/11
The annual event Art Fest @ Doral, presented by the Rotary Club of Doral
May 13th, 14th and 15th 2011
Carlos Albizu University, Miami Campus
2173 NW 99th Ave
Doral, FL 33172
www.artfestatdoral.com
Festival hours will be Friday from 6 pm to 10 pm, Saturday from 10 am to 11 pm, and Sunday from 10 am to 6 pm.
Art Fest @ Doral will transform Carlos Albizu University Campus into an artists’ gallery with the works of more than 60 artists from several states and foreign countries, as well as food, music, and products exhibitors. Don’t miss it!”
Coconut Grove Food, Wine and Music Festival, the start of something delicious for years to come By Betty Alvarez
The Coconut Grove Food, Wine and Music Festival transformed Coconut Grove into a food and wine lover’s paradise with specialty food items, culinary events, sophisticated parties and live musical entertainment. The event showcased the delightful flavors of many international wines and spirits along with the sampling for Miami’s most talented chefs.
Photographs by Betty Alvarez copyright 2011
Run to Home Base Fundraising Event 5/12/11
Thursday May 12th, 6pm-8pm.
Chophouse Miami
300 S. Biscayne Blvd
Miami, FL 33131
$10 Admission Gets You Your First Drink And 1 Raffle Ticket For A Chance To Win Prizes.
Daniel Stuart and Danshappyhour.Com are teaming up to raise money for the Red Sox Foundation and Massachusetts General Hospital Home Base Program.
The Run to Home Base will honor heroic veterans that have endured head trauma while serving, and help raise much needed funds for the Red Sox Foundation and Massachusetts General Hospital Home Base Program.
I will be running a unique 9K fundraising run through scenic Boston ending with an unforgettable experience of crossing “home base†(plate) at historic Fenway Park in Boston Mass on May 22, 2011.
Art and Design Night for Timeless Treasures 5/14/11
Saturday, May 14th, 7-10 pm
Art Fusion Galleries
1 NE 40th Street, Suites 3, 6, 7
Miami, FL 33137
Art Fusion Galleries is proud to present our second exhibition of the new year, 2011!
This group exhibition, titled “Timeless Treasures” will feature 32 dazzling, emerging, contemporary artists from around the globe. Come & join us for a night full of art & design at Art Fusion Galleries & discover the beauty and passion of the fine arts as we continue to seduce and paint the world. Be sure to highlight this great event on your calendar.
Live Music by: DJ Josh Nemcik
Complimentary Wine and Refreshments
Valet Parking available by South Florida Parking
Miami Light Project presents Dance Your @$$ Off 5/21/11
Miami Light Project presents Dance Your @$$ Off
Saturday, May 21 at 9:00PM
The Light Box at Goldman Warehouse
404 NW 26 street
Miami, FL 33127
Dance Party & Fundraiser
Featuring guest DJs, giveaways and wild performances, this wild dance party will allow you to cut loose and have a blast- raising money for Miami Light Project’s arts programs!
Coconut Grove Food, Wine and Music Festival kicked off a launch party with Charity casino night By Betty Alvarez
On May 6 at the Grove Isle Hotel & Spa guests celebrated the kick off party for the Coconut Grove Food, Wine and Music Festival. Invited guests enjoyed wine and appetizers as they tried their luck in a Casino full filled night all to benefit the Epilepsy Society of Florida. Guests also had the chance to meet and greet Carey Chen and have the opportunity to autographed the official Coconut Grove Food, Wine and Music Festival Poster.
Photographs by Betty Alvarez copyright 2011
An Evening of Experimental Music at the Center 5/13/11
An Evening of Experimental Music
Fri., May 13, 2011, 6-9 pm
1650 Harrison Street
Hollywood, FL 33020
fsik huvnx, Pocket of Lollipops, Richard Vergez, and Susan Telemetry will present an evening of experimental music and performance at the Center. fsik huvnx will create atmospheres of ambient noise through the use of instruments, field recordings, tape, and other media. Richard Vergez will focus on the use of microphones as instruments with the aid of tape loops and electric guitar.
Expect sophisticated punk rock, prog rock, shoe gaze, and electronics from Pocket of Lollipops. And Susan Telemetry will feature deconstructed live drums, electronics, and sampling. Admission is free for members and $10 for non-members.
This special night is part of the Center’s Fifth All-Media Juried Biennial exhibition, which is on display through Sunday, June 5. Sixty-six works by 34 Florida-based artists were chosen for the exhibition, which includes paintings, drawings, prints, sculpture, photography, video, computer-generated images, site-specific installations, and performance art.
Exhibition Jurors
Scott Murray, Owner and Director, Twenty Twenty Projects, Miami
Michelle Weinberg, artist, Creative Director, Girls’ Club, Ft. Lauderdale
Participating Artists
Nicholas Arehart, Jillian Mayer, Michael Balbone, Raul Mendez, Loriel Beltran, Raul Perdomo, Julie Davidow, Kerry Phillips, Marina Font, David Rohn, Gonzalo Fuenmayor, Gustavo Roman, Felice Grodin, Antonia Wright & Ruben Millares, Moira Holohan, Claudia Scalise, Bobbie Jo Horton, Carrie Sieh, Catalina Jaramillo, Peter Symons, Sinisa Kukec, Barry Treu, Tina LaPorta, Alba Triana, Don Lambert, Alex Trimino, Susan Lee-Chun, Stephan Tugrul, Marcela Loayza, Richard Vergez, Juan Andres Maristany, Jovan Karlo Villalba, Jordan Massengale, and Tom Virgin.
Young Professionals of the Miami Lighthouse at Burgundy Room 5/17/11
Tuesday, May 17th from 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Burgundy Room
3015 Grand Ave.
Second Floor of CocoWalk
Coconut Grove, FL
Please join the Young Professionals of the Miami Lighthouse for the Blind (YPOL). Learn about Miami Lighthouse’s collaboration with Miami-Dade Public Schools Programs for the Visually Impaired, network and enjoy complimentary wine and hors d’oeuvres.
Reggie Watts The Light Box at Goldman Warehouse 5/12-13/11
Reggie Watts
May 12-13, 2011, 8pm
The Light Box at Goldman Warehouse
404 NW 26 Street
Miami, FL 33127
$15, $50 VIP
Buy Tickets Online.
Evading capture or definition, Reggie Watts is the spellbinding vocal artist whose improvised songs of looped vocals delight audiences internationally. Reggie loves to disorientate and confuse people in the most entertaining way and creates an evening of improvised sonic revolution incorporating hip-hop, trip-hop, 80’s pop alternative, nu-metal and classical opera so no two songs, or shows are ever the same!
Spain in the European Union Reception 5/9/11
Monday, May 9 (Europe’s Day), 2011, 7:30pm
RSVP: 305 448 9677
Spanish Cultural Center (CCEMiami)
800 Douglas Road, Suite 170
Coral Gables, Fl 33134
Free and free copy of the book, for all attendees
info@ccemiami.org
www.ccemiami.org
Reception courtesy of Consulate General of Spain in Miami
Welcome and Opening: Cristina Barrios, Consul General of Spain
Presentation: JoaquÃn Roy, Director EU Center, University of Miami
CCEMiami, The Miami-Florida European Union Center of Excellence, a partnership with Florida International University, and the Jean Monnet Chair of the University of Miami, cordially invite you to the book presentation: Spain in the European Union: The First 25 Years (1986-2011)
“Spain is the problem. Europe is the solutionâ€. In this fashion Ortega y Gasset once dramatized the need to “Europeanize†Spain. The results over the first twenty five years of EU membership have been truly impressive. When Spain became a member of the EC, some of the best and brightest of Spain’s governmental cadres and universities joined the expanded European institutions, taking on positions of responsibility. Spain, in sum, “was not differentâ€, contrary to what old-fashion tourist publicity for the country used to say. It was a European country that was returning to its natural home after a long exile. Spain received considerable benefits from EU membership. From an index of 60 percent of the European average in 1986, today Spain’s income per head is in the range of 105 percent, with some regions surpassing 125 percent. From being a country that was a net receiver from the EU budget, Spain today is a net contributor. Reflecting this development, the present volume examines different dimensions of the deepening relationship between Spain and the rest of Europe through membership of the EU (its history, and its impact on policy development on economic growth and on relations with third countries). + info www.ccemiami.org
A Taste of South Beach to benefit the Sabina Merlino Memorial Fund By Betty Alvarez
An evening of culinary delights at South Beach’s Red Steakhouse, hosted by the Breakwater Hotel benefitted a great cause…The Sabina Merlino Memorial Fund. The gathering took place at the restaurant’s Roof Top Lounge which featured great food, music and some of the stunning views of South Beach. A silent auction also took place in which art designs, beauty enhancements, and other items were up for bids.
On July 1, 2008, Sabina Merlino lost her brave fight against lung cancer. She was a vibrant individual-a mother, a friend and a businesswoman. She dedicated much of her life to helping and caring for others.
The Sabina Merlino Memorial Fund is dedicated to giving cancer patients access the latest and best medical treatments despite their financial limitations. For more information please visit www.smmfund.org
Photographs by Betty Alvarez copyright 2011
EXPOSED the Art Project Exhibition Opening 6/4/11
Reception is on June 4, 7-11pm
Barry Gross Gallery
3335 NE 32nd Street
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Four artists reveal themselves and their subjects as a multimedia collaboration intended to bring awareness to social issues.
EXPOSED is comprised of figurative painter Barry Gross, composer/filmmaker Neal Fox, motion photographer Adela Holmes, and celebrity and fashion photographer Presscott MacDonald.
The project began a year ago with several days of photo shoots based on four themes: Social Commentary, Spirituality, Time and Chance, and Metamorphosis. While MacDonald and Holmes worked with the models, Gross captured images for his paintings, and Fox shot footage of the artists at work for his videos. Thus making the multimedia project multilevel as well with art within the art.
Now the work is ready for viewing in a most suitable venue: the brand new Barry Gross Gallery in Fort Lauderdale.
The exhibit runs through June 24th.
exposedtheartproject.org
Art Walk Park and Ride Shuttle Launch and gallery212 5/14/11
The Design District, Midtown & Wynwood Experience, Inc. is proud to announce the launch of its official Park & Ride Gallery Shuttle
Red Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Saturday, May 14th, 2011
Reception: 5-6pm
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony: 5:45pm (sharp)
Official Park & Ride Shuttle Launch & Gallery Night Celebrations: 6-10pm
gallery212
2407 NW 2nd Avenue
Wynwood Arts District Miami, FL 33127
www.designdistrictexperience.com
NY Pop Artist Michael Perez & NY Group Endorse Miami Art with Commitment to Wynwood Gallery “Michael Perez Art and Friends – A Collection Series†Featuring “Blue Collar Holiday†a rare piece by Larry Rivers Showcasing a Collectable Series of Cutting Edge Art & Photography by Select Guest Artists
The DMW Park & Ride Gallery Shuttle is another brilliant incentive of the company that leads this year, hands down, in innovation and ambition to increase awareness and business through elite service and guided tours in the Miami Art Districts. No more looking for parking spots, getting stranded or waiting for no-show taxi cabs – Offered to tourists and locals, art, fashion, design and culinary enthusiasts alike, DMW brings the long-awaited convenience and access for everyone to enjoy the action of our celebrity eateries and bars, galleries, design houses, warehouses and Walls of Wynwood in Miami’s three art-centric neighborhoods.
Now during Second Saturday Miami Art Walk & Gallery Nights, the Park & Ride Gallery Shuttle will run $15 and will accommodate the thousands who visit the area, putting all 3 Art Districts at the people’s convenience, with 7 shuttle stops running on rotation from ample parking space in Wynwood and “Unlimited Hop-On, Hop-Off†tickets, allowing an affordable, fun and long-awaited way for everyone to enjoy their Second Saturday experience. Riders can pick up the exclusive DMW Gallery Walk Passport and Official Event Guide that can be carried in-hand and is full of incentives and, most importantly, lists the events of all participating businesses throughout the districts and allows free entrance into all the action. You can’t miss this bus – In true DMW style, see our uniformed Ambassadors, Hop-On the bus with DMW’s lovely Tour Guides and “Rock-n- Roll†with music on board to rock the shuttle!
Photographs of the Martin Miller Gin Crawl on South Beach on 5/7/11
Martin Miller Gin Crawl on South Beach on Saturday, May 7, 2011. Â We meet at the Raleigh Hotel Bar and had four amazing gin cocktails and then we moved on to Eden Restaurant and some two gin cocktails paired with some amazing food made for us. Â Our last stop was at Waxy’s South Beach which we had three different gin cocktails. Â I have to say I normally don’t care for gin but some of these cocktails we had during this crawl has made me a gin fan. Â The Donatello at the Raleigh was my favorite, made with fresh blueberries, raspberries, orange , lemon and Martin Miller Gin, it was amazing.
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Fashionably Conscious Fundraiser for Coconut Grove Cares The Barnyard 5/13-14/11
Friday, May 13 from 6-9pm: VIP Preview Sale and Happy Hour
Saturday, May 14 from 10-5pm: All-day sale
Shops of Mayfair
3390 Mary Street
Coconut Grove
Fashionably Conscious, Miami’s Premier Fashion Fundraiser for Coconut Grove Cares’ The Barnyard, Returns for its Fourth Year, Expanding With Men’s items
The highly anticipated annual Fashionably Conscious fundraiser, featuring donated designer items from the coveted closets of Miami’s leading socialites and CEOs is back. This year’s expanded host committee includes Raysa Fanjul, Darlene & Jorge Perez, Edgardo and Ana Cristina Defortuna, Margarita Codina, Karla Dascal, Laura Buccellati, Brian Ehrlich, Lourdes Jofre-Collett, Mark Ferrari, Amy Hollub, Sue Kronick, Alan Randolph, Debra Scholl, Jolie Souto, Susanna Shubin, Annie Vasquez, Kim Wood, and more. Collections already include items from Prada, Armani, Christian Dior, Emmanuel Ungaro, Jimmy Choo, Trina Turk, Elie Tahari and vintage Besty Johnson, along with a brand new Tricia Fix gown. All clothing and accessories will be on sale to guests at discounted prices, ranging from $1 to $500.
The weekend event will kick off with a Friday VIP Preview Sale at a $25 entrance fee, granting first access to fashions, gift bags, libations sponsored by Peroni and Southern Wine & Spirits, and a one-of-a-kind space layout designed by KARLA Conceptual Event Experiences. Saturday’s all-day sale has a reduced $10 entrance fee, with a “Guilt-y Pleasure†candy station from Gilt City and sponsorships from POP Chips, Café Bustelo, Shops at Mayfair and The Fashionsta Boutique. All proceeds will go directly to fund Coconut Grove Cares’ The Barnyard, which offers free after-school and summer programs for over 250 children, and provides a much-needed safe haven for the West Grove community.
*Show proof of purchase from sale and get free glass of wine with meal at Spartico restaurant at Mayfair Hotel & Spa May 13-14.
Event Chair: Annette Lopez; Event Manager: Liza Walton
Executive Committee: Maria Eugenia Baco, Ali Codina, Monica DeFortuna, Alexandra Gonzalez, Cristobal Gonzalez, & Marcia Martinez
For more information on The Barnyard and its many charitable services, please visit www.coconutgrovecares.org or call (305) 446-6216.
Please contact fashionablyconscious@gmail.com for any assistance.
Stokeswood’s Miami Album Release Concert at The Stage 5/21/11
Introducing “In The Field Of The Vibrations” – Stokeswood’s highly anticipated/long overdue sophomore album.
May 21, 10 p.m. till
The Stage
170 NE 38th Street
Miami, FL 33137
Tickets $20 in advance.
http://www.wantickets.com/Events/ShowEvent.aspx?eventId=89528
All guests receive Stokeswood’s new music
Rain or Shine
Presented by Galena Mosovich Public Relations and produced by Music Matters Productions
You’ve seen us at The Stage a few times this year, but not like this…
Join our host Roxanne Vargas of NBC Miami as we share our new music with our home away from home.
Featuring an epic light show by Music Matters Productions
Special Guest DJ set by Panic Bomber (www.panicbomber.com)
www.stokeswood.net
As you may already know, Stokeswood is a killer electroacoustic rock band from Atlanta. They were essentially unknown in Miami one year ago. After a steadfast tour commitment, they now have a huge fan base here and in New York City. Stokeswood holds residencies and has played at some of South Beach’s most exclusive spots like the W South Beach, The Florida Room at Delano, Vagabond, The Standard, The Stage, Bardot, The Betsy Hotel, etc. The band also headlined the New Year’s Eve celebration at the W Montreal this year. In NYC, Stokeswood plays many live music hotspots like Brooklyn Bowl and Ella Lounge, as well as at high-end hotels like the Royalton and Salon Millesime at the Carlton. This summer, Stokeswood embarks on its “Manifest Destiny Tour,” which begins with the EMU Music Festival July 4th weekend in Snowmass Village, CO.
Atlanta-based electroacoustic band, Stokeswood, was formed in 2004 by lead vocalist and acoustic guitar player, Adam Patterson, and lead electric guitarist, Mark Godwin. The five-piece also comprises a drummer, keyboardist, and bass player. Stokeswood’s independently released debut album, Carassia (2009), is like a sonic excursion between the lines of a poet’s story-telling prowess. Thoughtful introspection on the human condition is amplified and challenged by the layered accents of electroacoustic guitars, pianos, synths, strings and drums. The soulful and captivating vocals of Patterson carry each melody flawlessly through the rhythms and musical harmonies of each track. From start to finish, the album sparkles with intelligent musicality and impressive originality. Their songs are layered and euphonious with stimulating idiosyncrasies. Stokeswood’s sophomore album, “In the Field of the Vibrations,†showcases a vocal-centric aesthetic and an array of synthesizers and guitars that are illuminated by infectious dance beats. The evolution from jam to joyfully danceable was a natural progression over the course of the past year in the studio with Justin Mullinix of Generator Sound Studios in Atlanta. Protégé to Billy Hume, Mullinix has been dubbed the “Wonderboy of Indie Rock†for his eclectic ear and ability to cultivate a band’s sound. The new album is slated for release in May 2011.
Photographs of Overtown Music Project Gospel Brunch Program on 5/7/11
Overtown Music Project To Host A Gospel Brunch Program at the Greater Bethel A.M.E. Church Overtown on Saturday, May 7, 2011.
Overtown Music Project is a two year old non-profit organization that celebrates the music, history and spirit of Overtown. They are dedicated to the area’s rich history in music. OMP shines a light on the different genres of music that once made Overtown’s integrated nightclubs the rhythmic epicenter of musical Miami. Having created a series of successful events in the past that have attracted about 500 or more people, OMP is in production on a documentary and is also working on the creation of a jazz and blues residency in Overtown to create opportunities for musicians who live in the area today with a blues and jazz residency.
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Iggy’s Bar Opens at City Cellar in WPB Two for One Drinks 5/16-23/11
Two for one cocktails (beer, wine, martinis & mixed drinks) *Bar only
May 16 – 23
All day and night
700 S. Rosemary Ave
West Palm Beach, FL 33401
www.CityCellarWPB.com
Big Time Restaurant Group’s City Cellar Wine Bar & Grill is celebrating the opening of ‘Iggy’s Bar’, their new outdoor bar, by inviting guests to enjoy two for one drinks May 16-23, all day and night. The new space is named after the restaurant’s much-loved general manager, Micheal ‘Iggy’ Ignatowicz, who’s been on the City Cellar team since the restaurant opened 10 years ago. The intimate al fresco bar serves City Cellar’s celebrated cuisine from pizza, salads and sandwiches, to their famed composted plates including Crab Stuffed Jumbo Shrimp, Parmesan Crusted Chicken Breast, Braised Lamb Shank, Certified Angus Hanger Steak and Gnocchi al Forno. For wine enthusiasts, City Cellar offers over 400+ bottles of wine from around the globe including more than fifty selections by the glass.
City Cellar Wine Bar & Grill: Set within West Palm Beach’s popular City Place overlooking the courtyard fountains, City Cellar is an upscale bar and grill with an exceptional award-winning wine list offering wines by the bottle, half bottle, glass and flight. The restaurant’s focal point is the magnificent floor to ceiling glass-enclosed wine cellar located behind the bar with a wine list that borders on enormous including fine vintages from around the world in all price ranges. The menu offers a variety of flavors and textures beautifully presented from pizza and pasta to steak and sea bass, along with a daily selection of local and imported artisanal cheeses from France, Spain and Italy. City Cellar’s energetic happy hour is driven by its two for one cocktail special and half priced appetizers from 4-7pm, creating a casual see-and-be-seen ambiance. City Cellar also has a second location in Westbury, New York.
Romance in a Can’s Opening Night celebrated at The Angler’s Boutique Resort By Betty Alvarez
Romance in a Can celebrated another year of romantic films on their Opening Night at The Anglers Boutique Resort in Miami Beach. Guests were treated to cocktails and appetizers as they anticipated for the first film, “The Age or Reason” with Sophie Marceau. A special welcoming presentation with the Executive Director of Romance in a Can, Isabelle Lambert was given.
The French film (with English subtitle) dealt with Margaret (Marceau) as a high-powered executive in the construction industry, who manages her career with steely determination. Her hyper-structured life revolves around Blackberry appointments, business dinners and a secret sexual relationship with her colleague Malcolm (Marton Csokas). But on her 40th birthday, a retired provincial solicitor delivers a package of long-forgotten letters from a long-forgotten stranger: her seven year-old self. Margaret quickly finds herself overwhelmed by hidden memories of her childhood that throw her worldview into chaos, as she realizes she’s become the exact opposite of what she hoped for herself.
In this film, Marceau delivered one of the most generous and expressive performances of her career, as the secrets and compromises of Margaret’s life come back to shake her. Fresh, bright and stylistically inventive with a touch of magic realism, here was a thoroughly-winning charmer that fans adored.
Photographs by Betty Alvarez copyright 2011
42BELOW Vodka and Bacardi Team Up and Raise Big for 150 Mile MS Bike Ride 5/14-15/11
May 14, 2011 at 7:00 a.m. – May 15, 2011
Homestead-Miami Speedway
1 Speedway Boulevard
Homestead, FL 33035-1500
42BELOW Vodka (42below.com) and Bacardi to team up to spin out Multiple Sclerosis (MS) for the third-year running in the 25th Anniversary of the Zimmerman MS Bike Ride. The 150-mile ride to fight MS is Florida’s largest charity bike tour and, together with eight-year partner, Bacardi, are looking to set a new standard in corporate social responsibility. To date, the Bacardi cyclists are leading the way in terms of participants, 290+ riders strong, as well as fundraising with $107,000 raised. When the two day trek concludes, Bacardi hopes to reach their goal of $140,000 toward research, programs and services to support the 6,000 South Floridians affected by multiple sclerosis.
Eight-year MS race veteran Claudette Halluk, Bacardi’s Director of Business Development, has worked hard to garner interest and participation from Bacardi employees and others in the community is excited about her teams efforts, “I’m so proud of Bacardi, 42BELOW, and the individual efforts of my teammates that make this a successful event every year,†said Claudette. “Because we can fight this disease by simply riding a bike and because we have chosen to help thousands of people through a contribution to the MS Bike Tour, every year we come one step closer to ending MS,†she added.
The MS Bike Ride is Florida’s premier and most exciting charity cycling event featuring an estimated 2,500 cyclists will make the two-day, 150-mile journey from the Maroone Start/Finish Village at Homestead-Miami Speedway to the 42BELOW Village in Key Largo and back as part of the Zimmerman MS Bike Ride Presented by Mack Cycle and Fitness featuring the $25,000 Challenge.
Once all riders arrive at the park, they will celebrate in true 42BELOW fashion with tasty cocktails, great food, and entertainment. Riders can either camp for free at the park or make hotel accommodations. After a good night’s sleep and a hearty breakfast, the riders will return back to the Speedway on May 15th for the finale where dedicated volunteers will cheer them across the finish line and present them with a medal. Rest stops will be available every 4 – 9 miles with food, drinks, first aid, bike repair, fun themes and more.
Summer Shorts Opens 6/2/11
June 2 – 26
Carnival Studio Theater
(in the Sanford and Dolores Ziff Ballet Opera House)
1300 Biscayne Boulevard
Miami, FL 33132
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Starring Bravo TV’s “Queer Eye for the Straight Guy” Jai Rodriguez
What’s a short? The freshest, funniest, fastest 5-20 minutes of your life!
Now in its 16th season, Summer Shorts gives you the chance to see seven of the nation’s best short plays in one program! Add Broadway and television star Jai Rodriguez to City Theater’s award-winning company, and you get a fresh, bold Summer Shorts unlike any other. Featuring works by award-winning playwrights including Bara Swain, Israel Horowitz, local fave, Marco Ramirez and more!
Chronicle Simpkins Will Cut Your Ass by Rolin Jones (Summer Shorts Revival)
It’s gang warfare on the playground where Chronicles don’t play by the rules defending her hardcore tetherball crown.
Left to right:
Ceci Fernandez, Jai Rodriguez, Finnerty Steeves
Photo credit: George Schiavone
What Strong Fences Make by Israel Horovitz (Southeastern Premiere)
Horovitz’s hard-hitting, emotionally charged and timely drama sets two friends against each other at an Israeli checkpoint.
From Left to Right: Gregg Weiner, Jai Rodriguez,
Photo credit: George Schiavone
Mickey Herman Saves The *%#@^* Universe by Marco Ramirez (World Premiere) Aliens bet the world against a gamer with a bitter broken heart, and loud music.
Left to right: Bottom Row: Finnerty Steeves, Gregg Weiner
Top Row: Ceci Fernandez, Stephen Trovillion, Jai Rodriguez
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Annual Art Of Found Objects Celebration Hosted By The Education Fund 5/20/11
May 20 at 7 p.m.
The Moore Building
4040 NE 2nd Avenue
Miami Design District
For tickets or more information on this event, please call 305-892-5099 ext 23, or visit the website.
Major sponsors of the event include Ocean Bank, The Children’s Trust, Whole Foods, Bacardi, Dacra and more.
Proceeds will benefit Arts programs in Miami-Dade County Public Schools
The most extraordinary arts and education event of the season is here! The Education Fund’s Annual Charity Auction “The Art of Found Objects†will take place at The Moore Building in the Miami Design District on May 20 at 7 p.m. This exclusive art and children’s education devotee event will showcase more than 200 one-of-a-kind artworks created by Miami-Dade County public school students and teachers. The event will feature live music by the New World School of the Arts and an epicurean feast with local celebrity chefs, as well as bids on exclusive items and luxury vacation packages.
The charity auction combines the power of a child’s imagination with the ultimate recycling program. This year the auction will feature unique pieces of art created by Miami-Dade elementary, middle and high-school students and teachers representing close to 50 schools, many in low income neighborhoods. The original works were all crafted from supplies “found†at The Education Fund’s Ocean Bank Center for Educational Materials. The Center is stocked with donated supplies, where more than 15,000 teachers and their students have shopped free of charge for classroom supplies since 1993.
This year also marks The Education Fund’s 25th anniversary. To celebrate, The Education Fund is honoring 25 local leaders who are all products of the Miami-Dade County public schools, showing what a public education can do for you! Honorees include the new head of Jackson Health System, a college president, the founder of Sushi Maki, two Congresswomen, a plastic surgeon and 19 others who have all achieved success.
This year, the auction will also spotlight the culinary arts, featuring a gourmet feast prepared by student chefs from Robert Morgan Senior High School’s award-winning culinary arts magnet program. With a charitable donation of food from Whole Foods, these junior chefs have created signature dishes using the recipes provided by respected chefs Michael Schwartz of Michael’s Genuine Food and Drink, Michelle Bernstein of Michy’s, and Cindy Hutson of Ortinique on the Mile.
For 25 years, The Education Fund has acted on the belief that the quality of our public schools must be the top priority for our community. Working side-by-side with the private sector, The Education Fund has raised more than $38 million to support and improve our public schools with an emphasis on designing and implementing innovative initiatives. The goal is to ensure that every child learns and succeeds. The Education Fund’s portfolio of programs focuses exclusively on Miami-Dade public schools, benefiting all 390 schools, all 20,000+ teachers and all 340,000 students.
Mario Diaz-Balart to host Congressional Art Competition 5/9/11
Congressional Art Competition Reception
Monday, May 9 from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Villa Aida Adult Center
20 West 6 Street
Hialeah, FL 33010 (Parking will be available in the City Hall Garage)
Diaz-Balart to Host Congressional Art Competition on Monday, May 9 at Villa Aida Adult Center
Invites parents, students, and teachers from District 21 to attend.
Display student’s artwork from high schools across Miami-Dade and Broward Counties.
Congressman Mario Diaz-Balart invites students, parents, and teachers to support the talent and creativity of high school students. Congressman Mario Diaz-Balart (R-FL) will host a reception in honor of the 2011 Congressional Art Competition “An Artistic Discovery” on Monday, May 9 from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at Villa Aida Adult Center in Hialeah.
“Each year the art competition grants me the opportunity to see the amazing talent and creativity of high school students. I look forward to meeting this year’s participants and congratulating them in person for their outstanding work,” said Diaz-Balart. “I want to thank the city of Hialeah for their help and support in organizing the event,” concluded Diaz-Balart.
This year marks the 29th Anniversary of the Congressional Art Competition, and Diaz-Balart has invited high schools from across the 21st District of Florida to participate. This year, eleven schools participated submitting more than 70 pieces of artwork that will be on display during the reception. The winner will be announced in the coming weeks and will have his or her piece displayed in a corridor of the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C.
The Congressional Art Competition began in 1982 as a way to recognize and encourage the artistic talent of the country’s youth. Since then, over 650,000 high school students have participated nationwide. Each spring a winner is selected from each Congressional District in the U.S.
