Dancing In Miami At Nikki Music Every Sundays Night 8/1/10

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Dancing In Miami At Nikki Music Every Sundays Night
From Aug 1 TO Aug 2 2010, From 7 pm to 5 am
Nikki Beach Miami
One Ocean Drive
Miami Beach Florida 33139
Every Sunday Night From 7pm to 5am Our most recent addition, Nikki Music, is our weekly Sunday night party providing you with the freshest tracks and entertainment. This week line up features Special Guest DJ DINO AND DIAGA , and Residents DJ Bruno and Felipe Kaval. For more information or to book your reservation call 305.538.1111 For reservations table and bottle reservations: viptables@nikkibeach.com

Photographs of Viernes Culturales Cultural Fridays in Little Havana on 7/30/10

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Viernes Culturales Cultural Fridays in Little Havana on Friday, July 30, 2010.  The evening started at 7:00 pm with a Historic Walking Tour of little Havana led by Dr. Paul George, where a very large crowd gathered at the Tower Theater and then proceeded through the Little Havana neighborhoods observing such interesting historic locales as the Belcher Homestead, the Shenandoah Presbyterian Church, as well as the many galleries lining Calle Ocho. At 7:30 pm Michel Calvo performed at the Domino Plaza and Alex del Sol performed at the Corner of 16th Avenue and 8th Street, plus all the galleries and shows in the many bars and clubs.

Secret Cocktail Society 7/31/10

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Secret Cocktail Society
31 July, 2010, 10 PM
B Bar at The Betsy Hotel
1440 Ocean Drive
Miami Beach, FL 33139

The Secret Cocktail Society is underway.

An eclectic, culturally and intellectually curious mix of South Beach locals and savvy tourists, The Secret Cocktail Society, will meet on the last day of July at B Bar at The Betsy Hotel. This week the Secret Ingredient will be WATERMELON.

Head Mixologist, Thomas Merolla (B Bar and W South Beach) will create a Secret Watermelon Cocktail to add sparkle to the already genius drink menu. Each guest will receive one complimentary Secret Cocktail with RSVP and arrival by 11 PM. The Secret Watermelon Cocktail will be available as a drink special all night.
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DJ James Dolby (former resident at the Setai) creates a great vibe with a great mix of chill out, international lounge, house and rock. B Bar is the perfect place to get your night going.

We will also be celebrating the birthday of Jennifer Orenstein (Elizabeth Arden DC, Standard Miami).

The Betsy is located on the world famous, Ocean Drive and was included on the 2010 Conde Nast Traveller Hot List. B Bar is the super chic, exclusive, sub-terranian lounge housed within that won the “Best Hotel Bar” as voted by New Times.

Secret Cocktail Society is the brainchild of and hosted by Charlie Phynes with master mixologist Thomas Merolla. Diva Tested, Diva Approved, thanks to Social Diva (www.socialdiva.com) for additional marketing support; if you’re not yet a member check out the site and sign up!

Cocktail Attire Required.

RSVP to SouthBeachHookUp@gmail.com

City of Miami Official 114 Birthday Celebation By Betty Alvarez

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Fellow Miamians gathered together to celebrate Miami’s Birthday in an evening filled with all the sights sounds and tastes of our Magic City. Guests enjoyed the live performances by Suenalo, and DJ Spam, tastings from local restaurants. Cocktails were served compliments of Grey Goose Vodka and more. Rudy Gil from Secret Society took us back to our younger years singing the hit songs that made him famous. Jon Secada made the honors to sing “Happy Birthday” to Miami. Finally, guests enjoyed the coconut rum cake made from the exquisite hands of the pastry chef of the Hotel Intercontinental.

Photos by Betty Alvarez

Sunset Music Festival 7/31/10

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Sunset Music Festival
Soho Studios
2136 NW 1st Avenue
Rain or Shine (we will dance in the rain!) 4pm -4am!
www.smfmiami.com

5 Stages!
Over 60 DJs & Live acts!
12 Hours of Non-stop Electronic Music!!
Over 80,000 watts Of Concert Sound & Lighting!
Full Das align array Concert Sound by High Intensity Sound!

On Saturday July 31st 2010, Miami will once again become home to another Hypnotic Productions electronic music festival in downtown Hypnotic Productions’s last Sunset event was nothing less than amazing with everyone coming together for a celebration of music, dance and unity. Watch as we transform the Soho Studios Venue into an amazing Cyber Space wonder world featuring; multiple themed areas, 5 musical stages, amusements, and over 60 World class DJs and artists with an eclectic array of musical styles. Make your plans now as we pull out all the stops to bring you our best Electronic Music Festival experience to date!
For more info on the venue follow this link http://www.sohostudiosmiami.com

Featuring:
George Acosta! (Trance/Progressive)
Ralph Falcon! (House/Progressive)
Cato K! (House/Electro)
Johnny Dangerously
Mark Ivan (Live) Ft. Corey Andrew
Miami Superstars Nikolas & Albert Day!!
Eran Hersh & Darmon
And many, many more

BLP Sunday Cookouts and Hurricane Bar Four Year Anniversary August

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Hurricane Bar & Lounge
BLP Sunday Night Cookout
640-7 East Atlantic Avenue
Delray Beach, FL 33483
www.hurricanelounge.com
*All shows – FREE | 8pm | FREE BBQ from 6-8pm featuring mojo-marinated chicken, sirloin burgers and beefy foot-long hotdogs (with the purchase of a drink).

8/1 – Mixed Culture (Hollywood, reggae)
www.myspace.com/mixedculture32

8/8 – Hurricane Bar & Lounge’s Four Year Anniversary with Cope (Tampa, jam-infused rock)
www.therealcope.com

8/15 – Cypress (Boca Raton, southern-jam rock)
www.wearecypress.com

8/22 – B-Liminal (Jupiter, surf rock) w/ DJ Hi-Grade (reggae)
www.b-liminal.com

8/29 – Fat Mannequin ft. Jeff Lloyd & Mike Garulli of The Heavy Pets (Deerfield Beach, acoustic guitar duo)
www.theheavypets.com

Brotherly Love Productions is bringing another great month of rock, reggae and everything in between to their weekly BLP Sunday Night Cookouts at the Hurricane Bar & Lounge. The Delray Beach bar favored by locals will be celebrating their four year anniversary on Sunday, August 8 with Tampa-based rockers Cope. Jamming inspired originals spanning from funk, reggae and rock to space disco and bluegrass while personalizing dance-inducing sing-along covers such as the Grateful Dead classic ‘I Know You Rider’ & the Cold War Genesis hit ‘Land of Confusion’, Cope is quickly becoming one of South Florida’s most sought-after live acts.

From the Creators of Stomp comes Pandemonium at the Adrienne Arsht Center 9/16-26/10

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From the creators of STOMP comes the US premiere of their next, long-awaited show!
September 16-26
Sanford and Dolores Ziff Ballet Opera House

Direct from sold-out performances in London, Sydney and Amsterdam, Pandemonium features a cast of 25 performers plus a 30-member choir! Where STOMP creates rhythm with everyday objects, PANDEMONIUM transforms everyday objects into a dazzling array of invented instruments.Performed by the Lost and Found Orchestra, PANDEMONIUM creates a symphony, using musical saws, bottles, whirly toys and traffic cones.

Pandemonium is an adventure of the imagination!

BUY EARLY AND SAVE!
-Tickets are only $40, but will increase to $55 on August 8!
-VIP tickets for the best seats in the house are $75

“A celebration of energy, rhythm and inventiveness!”
– The Independent
“Infectious and great fun… exhilarating!”
– The Guardian

A melodic orchestra and full choir featuring everyday objects transformed into a riveting urban symphonic celebration!

From the creators of the blockbuster hit Stomp, this modern, urban symphonic adventure features a cast of 26 performers plus a 30-member choir of local Miami singers. Fresh from sold-out performances in London, Sydney, and Amsterdam, PANDEMONIUM is poised to take Miami by storm!

Where Stomp creates rhythm with everyday objects, PANDEMONIUM: The Lost and Found Orchestra transforms everyday objects into orchestral instruments representing every section of a symphony orchestra, with strings, woodwind and brass replaced by musical saws, bottles, whirly toys, and traffic cones! Culminating with the addition of the human voice into the mix, what begins with simple melodies plucked, blown, thumped and brushed into life, ends in a complex symphonic and choral celebration.

Buy Tickets Now!
Or call the box office at 305.949.6722 to purchase your tickets today!

Third Annual Walk2Be Fit Health Fair presented by the Woman2Woman Breast Cancer Foundation 8/7/10

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Third Annual Walk2Be Fit Health Fair presented by the Woman2Woman Breast Cancer Foundation
Saturday, August 7, 2010, Walk begins at 8a.m. & Health Fair begins at 9a.m.
Deicke Auditorium 5700 Cypress Road, Plantation, Florida 33317
Open to the public for FREE
www.w2wbcf.org

The Woman2Woman Breast Cancer Foundation presents the Third Annual Walk2Be Fit Health Fair. The Walk2Be Fit Health Fair is a three-mile leisure walk to encourage physical activity and is immediately followed by a health fair that will feature creative ways to promote Health & Wellness at all age levels.

Exhibitors will include specialists in blood pressure, body mass index, chiropractic care, education and prevention, exercise and nutrition, Sickle Cell Disease, and more. Following the walk, post-activities include a bounce house; face painting, appearance by the local fire department, dunk tank, back to school supplies and more.

There will be lots of FREE prizes including a laptop for the individual that brings the most friends and family to the walk. Participants can also enter to win a Xbox 360 New Edition, IPOD Touch Next Generation and Olympus 14.1 Megapixel Digital Camera. All prizes given out at the event and the winners must be present to win.

SPONSORS: Walgreens, Sam’s Club, Best Buy, University of Miami Sylvester School of Cancer, Project Care, Chiropractic National Care Center and Dawg Golf.

REGISTER: Woman2Woman Breast Cancer Foundation at 954-730-7338

Fore N Pour at Cantina Laredo 8/12/10

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Fore N’ Pour
August 12, 2010, 6:00 PM-9:00 PM
Cantina Laredo
501 Silk Run
Hallandale, Fl 33009
www.livefromthelinks.com

Live from the Links is a website created by former NFL player Pat Dennis, who has established a premier golf community throughout the nation, which combines networking and social events with the game of golf.

On August 12, 2010, Live from the links is hosting a happy hour at Cantina Laredo in the Village of Gulfstream Park. Participants will enjoy drink and food specials, while mixing and mingling with people who have similar interests. You can enjoy the business benefits of the game without even swinging a club!

For the month of August all participants can enjoy Live From The Links premier events at the membership rate! We know you are sure to enjoy the signature events we have to offer. To enjoy these member rates all year long go to www.livefromthelinks.com!

Life Is Art Open Call for Art, Music, Fashion, Dance, Performance and More!

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Life Is Art and Soul Of Miami are excited to announce a new weekly series showcasing local talent:
River Of Art Party
Every Wednesday starting August 11th.

Open call to all visual artists, music artists, DJs fashion designers, dancers, performers and all others.

Each week, we will showcase two visual artists, a live band or DJ, and a performer or designer. If you are interested in showing your work or performing, please go to the following link and fill out the form:
http://www.lifeisartfest.org/blog/riverapp

ALL forms of artistic and creative expression are accepted.

Each week will be a fun night of art, music and networking.
Bleu Moon Café in the Double Grand
1717 North Bayshore Drive, Miami FL
6:30pm until Close

www.lifeisartfest.org

Pearl Sundays At Club O1 8/1/10

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PEARL SUNDAYS AT CLUB O1
From Aug 1 TO Aug 2 2010, From 11 pm to 5 am
CLUB O1
One Ocean Drive
Miami Beach Florida 33139
305 538 1111
WWW.CLUBO1.COM
Every Sundays From 11PM To 5 AM Club O1 brings back the classic Pearl Sundays! . This week features DJ Joe Dert . For more information or to book your reservation call 305.538.1111 For table and bottle reservations: reservation@clubo1.com

LADIESnight and Magda performs Live at MiniBar 8/7/10

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LADIESnight & MAGDA performs LIVE!
saturday, august 7th, 8pm to midnight!
miniBAR – 3612 ne 2 avenue – miami’s design district
3612 ne 2nd avenue
miami’s design district
corner of 36th street
plenty of metered and secure parking under the overpass!

miniBAR will commence having ladies night the first SATURDAY of every month!
join us this evening, 2 for 1 wine and beer for all ladies!
and a musical treat with magda!

After years of self-searching, Magda has come up with a sound that is true to her. “I write from experience. I like taking risks. I’ve loved and lost and loved again. It has always been worth it.” Her free-spirited, thought provoking outlook is reflected in the music she writes: a blend of soulful sounds and piercing lyrics with an edge. A California-born beach girl, she classifies her music as, “good for the soul.” If she were referring to the uplifting melodies that her soothing voice happily dances around, we’d say Magda’s music is, in fact, “good for the soul.” It makes you want to chill in the sun and relax all day.

Magda has been exposed to many worlds of music throughout her young age. She’s always appreciated the harmonies and head bopping sounds of alternative bands like NOFX, Nirvana and Live. She jokes, “As a tormented teen, Alanis Morissette and Fiona Apple were my best friends.” Growing up, she became fascinated with soul artists, old and new. “I really got into Etta James, Eva Cassidy, Lauryn Hill and Pink. I have definitely been inspired by the pure soul of Al Green and the individuality of Outkast too, but I’ve always particularly been taken by strong women with big voices who break from the norm and aren’t afraid to speak their minds.” Magda’s respect for artists who have something to say is deeply layered within the lines and voice of her own music.

Raised in Los Angeles, Magda has been involved in the arts from a young age. She started with musical theater in elementary school and continued acting and singing throughout her years in high school and college. She has sung the National Anthem for numerous college sporting events and has played all over Southern California, from Santa Barbara to Santa Monica to headlining her own gig at the famed House of Blues on Sunset Blvd. She now resides in Miami, Florida, where she continues to write and perform.

magda will perform from 8:00 pm until midnight!
2 for 1 starts at 9pm and ends at 11pm!
reservations for dinner are recommended.
miniBAR opens doors this evening at 6pm!

Sly Madden 10 Tournament 8/19/10

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Sly Madden 10 Tournament
August 19, 5:00pm – 11:00pm
Prize 500 cash for first place winner
Tiffany- Newport Hotel
16701 Collins Ave
Sunny Isles, FL
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Sly Madden 10 Tournament
Come battle it out with Florida’s best!
“2 round event”
8 Systems 4 PS3 and 4 Xbox360
1st place $500 cash

To Play: $25 if you pre-register and $35 at the door/walk-in ballers!
Free To Watch!
Bar & Food Specials!
For pre-registration IS A MUST THIS TIME. email SYelder@Hotmail.com
Remember email or text for next month game you want to play 3104014766 sly

Keep It Sexy at La Casa de Tula 8/19/10

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Keep It Sexy
August 19, 2010, 8:00 pm
La Casa de Tula
1513 SW 8 STREET Miami, FL
Website.

You’ll never look at whipped cream and bananas the same way again! KEEP IT SEXY is an unforgettable comedy experience that you’ll be telling your co-workers about the very next day.

Just like the price is right, the audience will “Come on down” and be part of some outrageously fun party games in order to win some prizes and free drinks. From the minds of two of Miami’s own, comes, your new favorite monthly event. It’s the only place in town where YOU are the star of the show!

Come on out to Miami’s World Famous “Calle OCHO”. KEEP IT SEXY will keep you begging for more! It’s the most fun you can have without taking your clothes off (but you can if you want to)! Hot Comedians, Sexy Opening acts, and PRIZE GIVE-AWAYS! KEEP IT SEXY has everything you need to keep you hot, well into the night!

Come early and leave late because we have some surprises up our sleeves! Be there when doors open and take advantage of the ½ price drinks that La Casa de Tula has to offer from 8:00 P.M to 8:30 P.M! Cover is only $5 and Ladies, if you show us your thong at the door you get in FREE! For FREE ENTRY before 8:30, R.S.V.P to keepitsexy@rocketmail.com and for V.I.P/ Bottle Reservation, email gilbert@lacasadetula.com.

Bar 721 Grindr Party at Hype 7/30/10

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Bar 721 – Grindr Party at HYPE
Friday July 30th, 10pm
721 N Lincoln Lane, Miami Beach FL 33139
Come and Grind with the hottest men in the South Florida area…Grindr party this Friday July 30 – HYPE Fridays at Bar 721.Drink Specials for Grindr users, Free Vodka Cocktails when you show the application to the bartenders, and enter to win a Bottle Service for you and your Grindr friends. No Cover!

Hedonism at Mojito’s Retreat and Luna Lounge 7/30/10

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Hedonism
Fridays, 9 PM
Mojito’s Retreat & Luna Lounge
129 N Federal Hwy, Lake Worth, FL 33460
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this week July 30th it the RIHANNA PRE-PARTY, CD Give Away!
Your new party dedicated to Dance music ! Palm Beach County’s only Friday night designed for the DANCE MUSIC enthusiasts & the GLBT community @ this upscale newly renovated multi-room venue.
DJ Silvio (Pride Nation) opens the night with luxurious house sounds from across the globe. At midnite S FL favorite DJ D-Stu (The Lounge/Stonewall) takes you to the next level with his in demand epic circuit style that is taking him all over the USA. Experience a authentic dance night by two of Florida’s most dedicated DJs. We wanna see you on the dance floor.
Spectacular show by Charlize Angel. Come see this honey earn her money.

Is it your Birthday?
Call 561- 582-3232 bring a party of 4 and we’ll have a FREE Bottle waiting for you!

Thank you we’ll see you on the dance floor.

Rik Rak Annual SALEabration 7/30-31/10

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Shop & Save at Rik Rak’s Annual
SALEabration Event

Friday, July 30th & Saturday, July 31st!
11am – 7pm

This year’s SALEabration will be hotter than Miami in the summer!
∙ Up to 70% off clothing & accessories in the boutique
∙ Essie nail polishes & select hair products at wholesale prices
∙ Up to 50% off designer looks handbags & accessories
∙ Avocado~licious salon treatments including:
1 hour spa pedicure $55 (was $75)
30 minute spa manicure $35 (was $55)
45 minute facial $75 (was $100)
20 minute hair conditioning treatment COMPLIMENTARY w/a blowdry

First 10 customers receive FREE Foot Reflexology Massage w/purchase of $100 from sale
∙ NEW tropical drinks & bites at 1/2 price from our signature bar/cafe
Including… Sakitinis, Tropical Punch & Jello Shots

The Standard at Himmarshee Sidebar 8/4/10

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The Standard
August 4th, 7-12pm
Himmarshee Sidebar
210 SW 2nd Street
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

twilightnotes.com
Himmarshee SideBar and Twilight Notes Present…
“The Standard”
Fort Lauderdale’s only monthly deep house event.
The First Wednesday of each month. 7pm- 12am.
Featuring Resident Dj’s Alyson Calagna, Shade, and Adam Foster, plus special guests.
This month- Special guest Dj Stell*R
(Podcast) http://www.podomatic.com/stella76
(Mngmnt) http://www.thedynamitegroup.com
Deep. Funky. Soulful. House.
Event Photography by Vionette

You are invited to join us at Himmarshee Sidebar on the first Wednesday of each month for “The Standard,” Fort Lauderdale’s premier dance music event. Come out to Sidebar for happy hour and lounge, dance, drink, and socialize with us.

Each month, Twilight Notes Dj’s Alyson Calagna, Shade, and Adam Foster will be bringing their sexy, sophisticated mix of deep, funky, and soulful house music to downtown Fort Lauderdale. The staff at SideBar will be serving up a special menu of their gourmet appetizers and drinks.

-No Cover!
-Ladies Night! 2-4-1 Drinks and Apps All Night
-Special menu of gourmet wines, apps, and drinks prepared each month!

Summer Freeze Vodka Tasting for A Cause at Blue Fish 7/30/10

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Summer Freeze – Vokda Tasting for A Cause @Blue Fish
7/30/201, 6pm -10pm
Blue Fish Sushi Delray
110 E. Atlantic Avenue #100
Delray Beach FL 33444
www.livingfla.com/vodka
Cocktail Party: $20 in Advance before July 27 and $25 After or (Cash Only) at the door.
Includes: 4 Specialty Premium Vodka Tastings and Blue Fish’s Famous Appetizers
VIP Dinner: $40 Advance before July 27 and $50 After or (Cash Only) at the door.
Tax & Gratuity Not Included
Includes: The above Cocktail Party PLUS Full 3 Course Dinner and VIP BAG for first 100 RSVP!
SEATING IS LIMITED!
Please Click to Register and Pay.

You’re invited to a special night of premier vodka tastings like only Blue Fish would dare to do!
Chill out and turn up the heat with luxury cars, and more and all for a great cause: The Milagro Center
Vodka Tastings by:
– Belvedere
– Ciroc
– Kettle One
– Chopin

VIP Dinner Menu
Hors D Oeuvres
-Miso soup
and
-Salad of spring greens, tomato, cucumber, and walnuts with our famous ginger dressing
OR
-Sashimi chopped salad: fresh sashimi, citrus, greens, with kimchee vinaigrette.

Appetizers
Tapas Trio: Vietnamese style spring roll with snow crab, shrimp, mango, mint; lump crab cake over wasabi mashed potatoes; tuna tartar over uzu infused crispy rice.

Main Entrees
-Blue Fish Duo: Gorgonzola stuffed filet mignon wraps in spicy Szechuan sauce with tempura fried wasabi mashed potatoes AND Sauteed jumbo prawns with mango-crawfish salsa over soba noodles
OR
-Blue Fish Sushi Boat: Assorted sushi pieces; spicy tuna roll; sundae roll.
-Dessert Tempura banana with vanilla ice cream and lemon honey sauce

This event is Sponsored By:
– Blue Fish
– Mercedes Benz of Delray
– LivingFLA.com
– Raymond James
– Coastal Wine and Spirits

SoLita Thursdays with Kimberlee and Erin Mia 7/29/10

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SoLita Thursdays with Kimberlee & Erin Mia
Thursday, July 29, 9PM ~ 2AM
SoLita Restaurant & Lounge ~ Las Olas
1032 East Las Olas Boulevard
Fort Lauderdale, FL
www.SoLitaLasOlas.com

~~ Tommy Pooch And Alan Roth ~~
In Association With: Brad Minto, Jenn Lawrence, Joseph Payne & Jay Brown
Proudly Present: ~~ :: Solita Thursdays :: ~~
With Dj Anthony Pisano
Hosted By: Kimberlee Etheridge & Erin Mia Milchman

~~ Reserve Tables Now !! ~~ Dinner Reservations & Bottle Service : 954.232.0772
Cocktails At The Bar From 6pm ~ 2am
Dinner Reservations Taken Until 11pm
** Prix ~ Fix Menu Available For $39. Per Person + Tax & Grat

** Celebrating Something Special ?
Let Me Reserve Our Circular Vip Booth ( As Featured In The Images Below ) And Suggest A Special Wine Selection Or Chilled Champagne Service.

Opportunities For Networking Events, Group Gatherings, & Business Happy ~ Hours
Ladies ~ Contact Me For Diva Dinner Parties, Birthday Celebrations, Divorce Parties & Bachelorette Events.

Dinner Reservations & Bottle Service
Erin Mia Milchman, shopaholik2457@aol.com
Follow Me On Twitter: http://twitter.com/ErinMiaPrtyDiva

Taverna Opa 2for Tuesdays 8/3/10

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Taverna Opa 2for Tuesdays
Tuesday, August 3, 8pm ~ 2am
Taverna Opa ~ Hollywood
410 N. Ocean Drive
Hollywood, FL 33019
www.tavernaoparestaurant.com

Taverna Opa 2for Tuesdays
Launch Party ~ 8pm Tuesday August 3rd
Party till the Ouzo runs out!

Announcing ~ The Vivacious Dj Hana in the main dining room spinning hot hot House, Sexy Middle Eastern Dance, Latin & Open Format till 2am!
Join us for dinner & 4 all new Summer Refresher Cocktails for $4. each at 8p…m!
2FOR 1 Appetizers, Cocktails, Wines, Ouzo Shots & Bottled Beers!
Family Style Prix ~ Fixe Menus starting at $30. p/p
$100. Bottles of Vodka, Rum, Gin ~ you name it!

Fire Breathing Bartenders!
Zorba Bombs ( like Jaager~Bombs )!
Belly Dancers!
Handsome, Zorba Dancing Waitstaff!
$3. Valet Parking!
Bring Your Friends ~ Bring Your Neighbors ~ Grab Your Office Staff It’s Time To Celebrate!
Come as you are ~ ALL ARE WELCOME!
Come by boat ~ we’ll bring the party on board!

Table reservations, Bottle service & Special event accommodations contact:
Erin Mia Milchman shopaholik2457@aol.com
Follow Me On Twitter: http://twitter.com/ErinMiaPrtyDiva

How to Marry a Millionaire with reality TV starlet Erin Newberg at La Fee Verte 7/31/10

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On Saturday, July 31 at 11 p.m. La Fee Verte’s co-owners Navid and Antoine Verglas along with Jose Ortiz present How to Marry a Millionaire – a birthday celebration for local party princess, socialite and reality TV starlet of VH1’s “Secrets of Aspen” Erin Newberg. The soirée will be hosted by the birthday girl and fashion designer Karelle Levy of Krel Wear. Guests will enjoy complimentary cocktails from 11 p.m. to midnight and catch special Marilyn Monroe inspired performances by the club’s Madames du Mischief at midnight. To attend this event, please RSVP to info@clublafeeverte.com

La Fee Verte is South Florida’s first and only tease burlesque and absinthe club. Its décor and ambiance are designed and meant to arouse the senses and seduce the crowds. La Fee Verte’s eye candy is served at midnight with tease burlesque shows and contortionists taking place every 20 minutes until 3 a.m. Guests can also enjoy the club’s 16 different types of absinthe and 20 custom absinthe-based signature cocktails. A membership or RSVP is necessary for entry.

La Fee Verte is located at 912 71st Street (NoBe North Beach) and is open Fridays and Saturdays 11:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. For a membership invitation, please email the owners at info@clublafeeverte.com.

Old Skool party with DJ Mark Leventhal at La Fee Verte 7/30/10

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On Friday, July 30 at 11 p.m. La Fee Verte presents Old Skool – a tribute to the hay days of South Beach and its most notorious parties such as Home Cookin’, Fat Black Pussy Cat and other favorites. Renowned local celebrity DJ Mark Leventhal – famous for playing at the aforementioned bashes and a favorite of former Miami residents Madonna, Sylvester Stallone and Prince – is set to seduce everyone in attendance with his dance classics, a little hip-hop and back again! Guests can also expect to be entertained by the club’s tantalizing Madames du Mischief as they perform to their favorite throwback anthems. Everyone will enjoy complimentary cocktails from 11 p.m. to midnight. To attend this event, guests must to RSVP to info@clublafeeverte.com

La Fee Verte is South Florida’s first and only tease burlesque and absinthe club. Its décor and ambiance are designed and meant to arouse the senses and seduce the crowds. La Fee Verte’s eye candy is served at midnight with tease burlesque shows and contortionists taking place every 20 minutes until 3 a.m. Guests can also enjoy the club’s 16 different types of absinthe and 20 custom absinthe-based signature cocktails. A membership or RSVP is necessary for entry.

La Fee Verte is located at 912 71st Street (NoBe North Beach) and is open Fridays and Saturdays 11:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. For a membership invitation, please email the owners at info@clublafeeverte.com.

Lewis Arts Academy Student Exhibition Opening Reception 7/30/10

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Opening Reception
Friday, July 30, 2010
…6:30pm – 8:30pm

Little Haiti Cultural Center
260 NE 59th Terrace, Miami, FL

Arts for Learning proudly invites you to attend its 2010 Lewis Arts Academy Student Exhibition

The Lewis Arts Academy Student Exhibition will feature the work of middle school students who developed fundamental fine art studio skills through the production of two-dimensional works of art as well as three-dimensional media including ceramics, printmaking and collaborative art installation. The Lewis Arts Academy is made possible by the Jonathan D. Lewis Foundation and is offered in partnership with the City of Miami Parks and Recreation and Design and Architecture Senior High.

For more information about Arts for Learning visit their website at http://a4lmiami.org

Somewhere Over The Rainbow Art Exhibition Amy Alonso Gallery 7/30/10

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“Somewhere Over The Rainbow” Art Exhibition

Amy Alonso Gallery
750 NE 124 ST Suite # 2 MOCA Plaza
North Miami, FL 33161
Date: July 30/ 2010
Opening Reception: 8pm-11pm

Amos Miller
Colors are bright when the scenes full of pathos require it, or they are watercolors when the artist prefers to give prominence to the figurative aspect; his strokes are darker when expressionist memories come back or slightly marked out when the landscape is more lyric.”

Carla Fache
“…My imagination travels to non-existing dimensions that I best describe through a process of layering. When I paint, I feel as if I am hypnotized by colors and textures, all of which will create soft, thin layers that hide or reveal a mark of an unspoken feeling, emotion, or thought…”
-Carla Fache.

she will be showing 3 Masterpieces paintings Acrylic on Canvas.
“Almas” (Souls) Mixed Media (invite picture)

Live Entertainment! Jazz at MOCA-Museum of Contemporary Art is sponsored by Starbucks Coffee Company and North Miami Community Redevelopment Agency.
Admission is free.

contact info: Amy Alonso amy@alonsored.com
www.fachearts.com
www.alonsored.com

Photographs of The City of Miami Official 114th Birthday Celebration on 7/28/10

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The City of Miami and DowntownMiami.com came together to present the City of Miami’s Official 114th Birthday Celebration! at the American Airlines Arena on Wednesday, July 28, 2010.  There was delicious food tastings from over 15 restaurants, cocktails courtesy of GREY GOOSE® Vodka, … and much more.   There was a live presentation by renowned local band Suénalo and music throughout the event provided by DJ Le Spam.

Viernes Culturales Cultural Fridays in Little Havana 7/30/10

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Friday, July 30th, Viernes Culturales
Schedule of Events:
7:00 pm Historic Walking Tour of little Havana – Tower Theater
7:30 pm Michel Calvo – Domino Plaza
7:30 pm Alex del Sol – Corner of 16th Avenue and 8th Street

Galleries
Cremata–Summer Exhibition: featuring 40 works by artists from the Gallery roster
Maxoly—Onesimo Hernandez-Recent works
Leal—— Exhibition by renowned Cuban artist Hector Catá
Imago— Collective exhibition by 8 Cuban artists
Cuba Ocho Art Center – permanent collection and Charanga night
Mildrey Guillot—permanent exhibition of Mildrey Guillot’s work
Agustin Gainza Gallery- permanent exhibition of Agustin Gainza’s work
Molina Gallery– permanent exhibition of Luis Molina’s work
Marta Ismail Gallery- permanent exhibition of Marta G. Ismail’s work
Unzueta Gallery- permanent exhibition of Ramon Unzueta’s work- this month presents “Meninas”
Nightclubs
En Alfaro’s
La Casa de Tula
KimbaraKumbara
Restaurants
10:00 pm – La Descarga con Gema Corredera en I Love Calle Ocho
7:30 pm – Homenaje a Olga Guillot en El Exquisito
Live music at El Pub and El Cristo Restaurant

Historic Walking Tour – 7:00pm
The tour features architectural details, cultural history and other interesting tidbits from the mind of South Florida’s most respected historian Dr. Paul George. Meet in front of the Tower Theater. This Special Tour is Educational, Interesting, and Absolutely Free!!!
Traipse thorough the site of the Belcher Homestead of long ago. Admire the wide variety of Mediterranean styled homes on S.W. 10th Street. Hear the story of the imposing Shenandoah Presbyterian Church and its role in the early spiritual history of Miami. See the site of both Shenandoah Elementary and Shenandoah Junior High Schools, which opened in the 1920s on former farmland. Observe Samuel Friedland’s Food Fair Supermarket and learn of the strong Jewish imprint on yesteryear’s Little Havana. Stroll along Calle Ocho when it was the Tamiami Trail and the gateway to the Everglades, and then note the stunning art galleries of today…

Eliecer Rodríguez – Recent Works
The Viernes Culturales / Cultural Fridays Gallery is opening an exhibition featuring the work of Venezuelan painter Eliecer Rodriguez this summer.
Rodriguez’s works really escapes his own limits, is a lie to say the painting is confined in inches. Without a doubt it goes beyond and cannot be contained only in a small space. The force emanating from the colors, their accents, contrast and brightness call us to a trap, and suddenly everything is dynamism, energy and passion. One thing is certain: one cannot be indifferent to his work.

“Art, painting, is a constant exercise of creation, where everything shown has become part of us. An exercise to shape what we know, we felt or what we observed of the world; what has called our attention and much more.” – Eliecer Rodriguez.

Opening reception: Wednesday July 28th, 2010 – 7:00pm

Exhibition will run until August 20th, 2010

Doing Business In Miami VII 8/11/10

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Doing Business In Miami VII
Wednesday August 11th
From 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
MIA Biscayne
20 Biscayne Blvd (Corner of Flagler & Biscayne)
RSVP cram@boxbe.com

Introduction to Enterprise Florida, the state’s official economic development organization”. & Ricardo Tribin Author of “Cuando Donato perdio a su Gato” and also will us Jose Ricardo Pinto “Escultor and Artist..
Business Opportunities with Latin American and The Caribbean

Join us and your friends to our Network Event where we’ll Explore Different Strategies and make your opportunities a success
Mingle with: Investors Groups and Hedge Funds. Project Developers. Funding & Capital Market companies. Real State Investor’s. Law firms. Foundations and Humanitarian Corporations. CPA and Bank and Trader’s officers and many more friends.

Complimentary Drink & Appetizers
Street parking and Valet parking available (USD $5.00 for guest to the event)
Music By Dj Of Cnt.
50 % H. Hour Drinks
Cram Group and its companies are honor to support
La Ventana de los Cielos Foundation.
S.U.C.E.S.S Foundation & A Gift for Life Foundation
Our main focus is in introducing, sharing, and becoming part of humanitarian and social charities. Be part of our events and know their programs, we can all be part of their Dream while we do Business and explore opportunities

Strategic Point Introduction to Enterprise Florida, the state’s official economic development organization”. & Ricardo Tribin Author of “Cuando Donato perdio a su Gato” and also will us Jose Ricardo Pinto “Escultor and Artist..
Business Opportunities with Latin American and The Caribbean

Van Dyke Upstairs Music Calendar August 2010

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The Van Dyke New Music Series

Rhythm And Blues Series (Featuring The Ike And Val Band)
Hot Funk, Soul And Rhythm And Blues.
1st Saturday Every Month

Latin Pop Music Series
La Onda Latina – Various Artists – Best In Latin Pop.
1st Sunday Of Every Month

Kcc Jazz Night Series (Various Artists)
Bringing The Best In Contemporary & Cutting Edge Jazz
2nd, 3rd And 4th Thursday Each Month

Latin Jazz And Percussion Series
(Featuring Sammy Figueroa)
2nd Friday Friday Of Every Month

Latin Jazz Series
The Best In Cutting Edge Latin Jazz (Featuring Oriente)
2nd Sunday Every Month

Hot Havana Nights Salsa Series (Alternating Featuring Descarga And Tony Succor
Dance All Night To The Best In Salsa
3rd Saturday Every Month

Nu Soul Sunday Music Series (Featuring The Leesa Richards Band)
3rd Sunday Of Every Month

Under The Covers Tribute Series
From The Beatles To Pink Floyd, Bob Marley And Rolling Stones, We Pay Tribute To Our Favorite Bands.
4th Monday Every Month

August-30-Beatles/ Sept- George Harrison/ Oct- Blood, Sweat And Tears/Chicago
Cuban Music Series
The Traditional Music Of Cuba Keeps Everyone Dancing All Night. (Featuring Conjunto Progresso)
4th Saturday Of Every Month

Songwriter Night Series
Featuring The Finest Singer Songwriters In South Florida And National Artists Acoustic And Unplugged.
4th Sunday Every Month

August 2010 Schedule

1- La Onda Latina Pop Music Series
Featuring Periko, Described As The Next Big Thing In Latin Pop
& Adrian Guerra,
Winner Of Both Billboard & John Lennon Songwriting Contests

2- Josh Hand
Acoustic Troubadour. Performing His 4th Studio Release Home
3- Jacob Jeffries
Vocals, Piano-Popster

4- Maryel Epps
Diva Of Song & Love

5- Feneiva
(Featuring Fabian Hernandez)
Fusion Of Soulful World Melodies

6- Latin Pop Fun Series
Sofy Encanto & The Elastic Bond.

7- Rhythm & Blues Series
Ike & Val Woods Revue
Soul & Blues Revue

8- Latin Jazz Series
Oriente
Afro-Cuban Fusion

9- Iko Iko
Blues & Acoustic Funk

10- Randy Bernsen
Guitar Fusion

11- Dana Paul & His Electrik
Fused Jazztet. Putting Vocal Artistry To Jazz Fusion

12- Artist Of The Month
Kcc Jazz Night Series
Kcc Productions Presents
Jowee Omicil & The Core
Saxophonist Hailed As Revelation Of The Year (2009)-Radio Jazz Plus

13- Latin Jazz & Percussion Series
Sammy Figueroa & Latin Jazz Explosion

14- Bobby Stringer
Extraordinary Soul And R&B

15- Sj
Acoustic Songman

16- The P-Lo Project
Jazz, Latin & Smooth Jazz

17- Airplay
Featuring Randy Singer, Bob Grabowski, Rodolfo Zuniga

18- The Miami Jazz Quartet
Carlos Averhoff, Don Coffman, Tom Lippincott & Reuben Hoch

19- Eversoklever
The Sounds Of Big Band Swing, Rockabilly, Ska, Jazz, Latin & Blues

20- Rose Max
Brazilian Jazz Featuring Rosemax & Ramatis

21- Hot Havana Salsa Night Series
Tony Succar Y El Grupo Mixtura
Latin. Jazz, A Journey Through S. America & The Latin Caribbean

22- Songwriter Nights Series
The Miami Music Authority
Music Industry Networking Party. Featuring Local Artists Including Baron Sisters, The Big Dogs, Melissa Burnos & More

23- Rosco Martinez
Upside Down & Backwards. Searing Rock & Blues Guitar & Vocals

24- The Resolvers
Contemporary Reggae Music

25- Nicole Henry
Internationally Acclaimed Jazz Vocalist

26- Kcc Jazz Night Series
Kcc Productions Presents
Felipe Lamoglia
Grammy-Winner. Afro-Cuban Brazilian Jazz Fusion

27- Lanzallamas!
Afro-Latin-America World Beat Mezcla

28- Cuban Music Series
Conjunto Progreso
Grammy Nominated Cuban Son & Descargas Cubanas

29- Nu Soul Sunday Series
Leesa Richards
Soulful Ballads, Rock & R&B. Recorded With Lenny Kravitz, Faith Hill, Whitney Houston…

30- Under The Covers Tribute Series
The Beethose
Beatles Tribute Band

31- The Chuck Bergeron/Gary Keller Quintet.
Founders Of The Miami Sax Quartet & The S. Fl Jazz Orchestra In Performance

Champion Sound Summer Mix CD Release Party 7/28/10

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This Week It’s The Release Party For Our Summer Mix Cd. Arrive Early For Your Free Copy!
Wednesday, July 28th
@ The Electric Pickle
Doors at 10pm
This Week:: Summer Mix CD -Release Party-
..come get a copy.. Free
w/ your local champs..
Lumin
A-Train
Sire Esq.
Mr.Brown
Manuvers
Drink Specials
2-4-1 Drinks from 9-11p
$5 Cocktail All Night
more info and goodies
Supported By:
Public Wizard
Frank 151
Wax Poetics
ATC
Soul of Miami
Catch pics, mixes & more on the blog.

Standard Sounds with Cleaveland Jones 7/28/10

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Cleaveland Jones LIVE!: Sexy Brazilian Tunes, Rhythms & Vibes
July 28, 9:00pm
the standard, miami
40 island avenue Miami Beach, FL
Cleaveland Jones Performs Live Wednesday, July 28th. Featuring Brian Potts On Percussion And Diogo Brown On Bass. 8pm Till 12pm. Music Starts @ 9:00pm. This Event Is Indoors Near The Bar And Will Take Place Rain Or Shine! Discounted Parking Too

We Do It On Thursdays! Escopazzo Organic Italian Restaurant 7/29/10

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We Do It On Thursdays! Escopazzo Organic Italian Restaurant
Thursday, July 29, 2010, 7 – 9 PM
Escopazzo Organic Italian Restaurant
1311 Washington Avenue
South Beach
www.Escopazzo.com

Escopazzo Organic Italian Restaurant invites you to a relaxed social evening of wine, light finger foods, stimulating conversation, sophisticated, unpretentious company and the expertise of one of our many partners in wine. The theme is casual and the wines are presented with knowledge and personal experience. This relaxed group of “wine apprecianados” is dedicated to enjoying small production, often hard-to-get wines of Italy in Escopazzo’s charming “courtyard” setting every Thursday evening from 7 to 9 PM.

Blue Martini Grand Opening 7/30/10

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Blue Martini Grand Opening
07/30/2010, 4:00 pm
The Palms at Town & Country Shopping center
8405 Mills Drive #205 Miami FL 33183
Blue Martini’s Grand Opening at The Palms at Town & Country in Kendall Friday July 30th, 2010 beginning at 4pm. This premier martini lounge will be one of the premiere nightlife offerings for residents of South and West Miami. Live entertainment and Special discounts on food and drinks.

Clevelander Dolls, Dames and Delights Tuesdays Burlesque/Variety Show on Ocean Drive

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Dolls, Dames & Delights Burlesque/Variety Show
The Clevelander, one of South Beach’s most iconic hotels, is bringing a “lost art” to the stage in a modern way. Dolls, Dames & Delights is Ocean Drive’s only Burlesque/Variety show. Every Tuesday night at 9pm, a cast of eleven highly trained artists perform new and original acts. Dolls, Dames & Delights transforms the Pool + Patio into a sexy, fun, and entertaining environment with a twist. You will never know what to expect next.
No cover charge, just a great time.
For table reservations : rsvp@clevelander.com or 305-532-4006 x3515.
The Clevelander, 1020 Ocean Drive, Miami, 33139

Tobacco Road Honors Local Legends Iko Iko 8/13/10

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On Friday August 13th 2010 IKO IKO and Tobacco Road invite you to relive the glory days of south Florida live music in the place where it all happened. The show starts at 7:30pm. 98 cent drinks and no cover before 9:30pm.

Tobacco Road officially reopened under the current ownership on Friday, August 13th 1982. It was quite a party. Free drinks, a five o’clock closing time and a kicking blues band. Over the years Tobacco Road and IKO IKO changed the course of live music in South Florida. Here they are rocking together twenty eight years later and the band is still kicking harder than ever.

Giants in the City at the Miami Beach Botanical Garden 8/1-6/10

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Irreversible Presents Giants in the City at the Miami Beach Botanical Garden
2000 Convention Center Drive Miami Beach, FL 33139

August 1, 2010 from 11:00 am
Opening Ceremony

August 3, 2010 from 10:00 am
GIANTS IN THE CITY Summer Camp and guided kids tour
all ages /please RSVP: norelkysb@irreversiblemagazine.com

August 4/5 from 10:00 am
Guided tours RSVP Only: norelkysb@irreversiblemagazine.com

August 6, 2010 from 7:00pm To Midnight
Closing Reception party
RSVP: norelkysb@irreversiblemagazine.com

www.giantsinthecity.com
www.irreversiblemagazine.com
www.mbgarden.org

Participants artists: Edouard Duval-Carri̩ РAngel Vapor РYovani Bauta РGisela Savdie РNicolas Leiva РSergio Garcia РMiguel Rodez РMariano Costa-Peuser РGino Tozzi РLeonel Matheu РPablo Laucerica РJoel Erland+ Kate Kaman РMaki Hashizume РLucinda Linderman- Noor Blazekovic- Karen Starosta-Gilinski- Ramon Williams- Miguel Fleitas- Jose Bedia- Alejandro Mendoza- Gustavo Acosta- Tomas Esson- Frank Hyder-Anja Marais- Othon Casta̱eda

The 2010 Summer Exhibition of Giants in the City, an inflatable sculpture public art project organized by founder and curator Alejandro Mendoza features twenty-five giant sculptures fabricated in nylon, inflated, and supported upright by a continuous supply of air through the interior. A family day on Tuesday, August 3rd from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. includes arts and craft projects for youngsters, tours and interactive performances with the giant sculptures. The exhibition closes with a giant reception on Friday, August 6th, 2010 from 7:00 to 11:00 p.m. offering music and refreshments. Artists invited to participate in the 2010 Giants in the City exhibition at the Miami Beach Botanical include: Edouard Duval Carrie, Gisela Savdie, Gustavo Acosta, Frank Hyder, Jose Bedia, Joel Erland+ Kate Kaman, Noor Blazekovic, Pablo Laucerica , Lucinda Linderman, Tomas Esson, Leonel Matheu, Miguel Fleitas, Alejandro Mendoza, Karen Gilinski, Miguel Rodez, Nicolas Leiva, Maki Hashizume, Ramon Williams, Mariano Costa Peuser, Sergio Garcia, Yovani Bauta, Gino Tozzi, Anja Marais, Angel Vapor, Othon Castañeda

The 2010 Summer Exhibition of Giants in the City, an inflatable sculpture public Art Project by founder and curator Alejandro Mendoza features 25 giant sculptures fabricated in nylon, inflated, and supported upright by a continuous supply of air through the interior.
A family day on Tuesday, August 3 from 10AM to 1PM includes arts and craft projects for youngsters, tours and interactive performances with the giant sculptures. Sponsored by Irreversible Magazine.
The exhibit closes with a giant reception on Friday, August 6, 7pm to 12am with music and refreshments.

W Fort Lauderdale crowns their Blissguy 7/29/10

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Bliss Spa at W Fort Lauderdale beckons South Florida’s men to put the ‘man’ in manicure with their first-ever Blissguy competition. Ten well-groomed guys will walk the runway in casual wear by Original Penguin and their own swimwear, followed by a fun and flirty Q&A to impress the judges panel. The lucky winner will receive the most fully loaded grand prize gift package this side of the sunshine state including: one year’s worth of Bliss spa services, $1,000 gift certificate to Original Penguin (redeemable at the Lincoln Road store), a mega gift basket of super spa-strength Bliss products (valued at over $1,000) and will be featured in a local Bliss Spa ad as the “Blissguy Fort Lauderdale.” For additional competition details please visit www.wfortlauderdalehotel.com/blissguy.
RSVP destiny@carmapr.com. Hope to see you there!

Morgans Hotel Group Spas Announce Locals Appreciation Program at Delano, Shore Club and Mondrian in South Beach

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Morgans Hotel Group’s Trifecta Of Celebrated Spas Announces Appreciation Program At Delano, Shore Club And Mondrian In South Beach

Morgans Hotel Group’s celebrated trio of South Beach serene retreats unveils the Relax and Repeat appreciation program. Local spa enthusiasts will indulge in a 30% discount on treatments including agua Spa at Delano’s famous Milk & Honey Body Treatment, The Spa at Shore Club’s Wild and Zesty Scalp and Body Massage and agua Spa at Mondrian’s legendary själ Blue Kashmir-Saphir Facial. Hotel pool access before and after treatments, $10 valet parking, complimentary surprise add-ons and retail specials are also included.

agua Spa at Delano
1685 Collins Avenue
305.674.6100

The Spa at Shore Club
1901 Collins Avenue
305.695.3292

agua Spa at Mondrian
1100 West Avenue
305.514.1950

Starting now
Valid Florida identification required.
For more information please call the above spa of your choice.

agua Spa at Delano: Since opening in 1996, agua Spa at Delano has gained accolades from spa aficionados and celebrities alike. The 5,300 sq ft relaxation center designed to resemble a Mediterranean bathhouse features ten treatment rooms, two manicure/pedicure stations and three outdoor private cabanas for spa services. Located on the hotel’s roof, the renowned spa is a serenely beautiful and peaceful space that offers state-of-the-art treatments aimed at rejuvenating the body, mind and spirit. Housed in a pristine white setting with an enormous private terrace and 360-degree views, agua is the ultimate sanctuary with celeb fans including Eva Longoria, Jamie Foxx and Kevin Spacey. agua Spa at Delano along with agua Spa at Mondrian in South Beach are the only two spas in the United States to carry products by själ. 1685 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, FL | 305.674.6100

The Spa at Shore Club: The Spa at Shore Club is a luxurious relaxation retreat located on the rooftop of the famous Miami Beach hotel. With 8,000-square-feet of rejuvenation facilities, The Spa features eight treatment rooms, an ocean view couples’ terrace and three additional terraces that provide secluded spaces to lounge, sun bathe and decompress before and after treatments. The teak, warm-toned materials and stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean create a serene, Zen-like atmosphere designed to inspire balance and synergy. Offering a vast selection of massages, facials, body and nail treatments, The Spa is most famous for their Wild and Zesty Scalp and Body Massage. The Spa also offers exclusive products from Eminence and Pure Fiji including specialty services like the Organic Facial (Eminence) and the Coconut Milk and Honey Body Indulgence (Pure Fiji). 1901 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, FL | 305.695.3292

agua Spa at Mondrian in South Beach: Since opening in February 2009, agua Spa at Mondrian in South Beach has gained national acclaim for its signature services and stunning Marcel Wanders’ design. Winner of the Travel + Leisure 2010 Design Award for Best Spa, the 4,000-sq-ft relaxation retreat boasts six treatment room all equipped to offer an extensive variety of specialty services including agua’s signature body treatment, Milk & Honey, and their själ Blue Kashmir-Saphir Facial. Agua also features a dry sauna, full locker room facilities for men and women and a private outside terrace perfect for relaxing or ordering room service. Agua’s white walls and over-sized furniture accent the peacefully beautiful space which has attracted celebs including Macy Gray, Maureen McCormick, Wilmer Valderrama and Jessica Szohr. Agua Spa at Mondrian in South Beach along with agua Spa at Delano are the only two spas in the United States to carry products by själ. 1100 West Ave., Miami Beach, FL | 305.514.1950

Mad Men Monday today at Mayfair Hotel Coconut Grove 8/2/10

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The Glamour Cocktail Hour Is Back In The Grove
Madmen Mondays
@ Mayfair Hotel Lobby Bar
Coconut Grove
Roll back to a true 60s Happy Hour Every Monday from 5:30 to 7:30 pm
Classic Martinis, Tom Collins, Harvey Wallbangers and other 60s drinks- $3.50!
(plus a little networking, MadMen style)
Mad Dinner: 3 course prix fixe $21! -see menu below

Mayfair Lobby Bar @ Mayfair Hotel & Spa | 3000 Florida Avenue Coconut Grove, FL 33133 | 305 445 8177

Mad Men Mondays Prix-Fixe Menu
1st Course, Choice of House Salad or Caesar Salad
2nd Course, Choice of Classic Burger | Filet Mignon with Au Jus | Grilled Salmon in Yellow Pepper Vinaigrette | Herb Roasted Chicken
3rd Course, Choice of Caramel Cheesecake or Key Lime Pie
$20.99 per person
(9% tax and service charge not included)

Pt. Hariprasad Chaurasia Flute Concert 9/4/10

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Pt. Hariprasad Chaurasia : World Renowned Bansuri (wooden flute) player with Pt. Anindo Chatterjee on Tabla, Mohini Athavale on Tanpura.
Saturday, September 4, 2010
Broward Center for the Performing Arts, Amaturo Theater,
201 SW Fifth Ave, Ft. Lauderdale-FL-33312
6:00 to 9:00 PM
Concert Only: $29- $125 ,
Fundraising dinner after the concert at Abdo New River Room, Broward Center : $75
To Purchase Ticket: www.browardcenter.org or please call 954-462-0222

Pt. Hariprasad Chaurasia is a world-renowned virtuoso of the Indian bansuri (Flute), who has delighted and enthralled the audiences around the world with his unique mastery of the North Indian bamboo flute (bansuri),with his versatility and inimitable style. He has collaborated with Western artists and groups from John McLaughlin’s Shakti to Ian Anderson’s Jethro Tull, to George Harrison, Mickey Hart, Jan Garbarek, Egberto Gismonti, Larry Coryell, to the Bay Area based saxophonist George Brooks and others, adding to his international appeal and widespread popularity. He is one of the busiest and most sought-after contemporary musicians in the world today. He is a flutist extraordinaire. His unparalleled mastery over the bansuri has won him the highest acclaim across the globe. He has toured the world, touching on almost every continent. He has hundreds of audio, video, and CD recordings to his credit.

Association of Performing Arts of India
www.apaiart.com
Non-Profit Organization

Di Fazio Cigars at El Clique Cigar and Lounge 7/29/10

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Di Fazio Cigars at El Clique Cigar and Lounge on Thursday July 29th starting at 7p
El Clique Cigar and Lounge
1252 Coral Way. Miami FL 33145

“Sometimes we can find peace and spirituality in a book or in company of a delightful cigar….”

In the luxurious atmosphere of “El Clique Cigar and Lounge” Carmelo Di Fazio, writer and Founder of Di Fazio Cigars will be presenting his book and offering his premium selection of handmade cigars.

Good friends and specials on cigars are part of the party!

We hope to see you there with your friends!

www.difaziocigars.com
www.elcliquecigarclub.com

Hot Summer Nights at Area 31 7/29/10

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Hot Summer Nights at AREA 31
07-29-2010, 5:00 PM
Area 31 Restuarant & Lounge at EPIC Hotel
270 Biscayne Blvd. Way – 16th Floor
EPIC Hotel – Miami, Fl 33131

ERA Entertainment Group
Invites you to come and celebrate with us Hot Summer Nights @ AREA 31 Restaurant & Lounge this Thursday July 29th 2010 ♦ 5:00PM – 10PM

Enjoy the spectacular views of the vibrant Miami Skyline and Biscayne Bay
from this Ultra-Modern outdoor Lounge.

Sounds by: EDDIE AYALA

Ladies, your first cocktail is complimentary, includes Champagne.

Happy Hour specials on Bar Bites and selected cocktails.

For RSVP: Please call or text EDDIE AYALA 305.793.7930

21+ • Casual Attire is permitted • Arrive early…

AREA 31 Restaurant & Lounge has been nominated one of the “Top Best New Restaurants in 2009” by Esquire magazine. A true culinary experience.
See More www.area31restaurant.com

Remix Award Tour Automotive Festival 7/31/10

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REMIX Award Tour invades Miami July 31, 2010.
Presented By South Florida Scion Dealers
World Champ Turntablist Dj Rocky Rock & Drummer Vs. Dj
The Remix Cover Model Vixens
Rides Magazine Presents Old Skoolz, Donks, & Lowriders Exclusive
Remix Award Tour & Hella Flush Vi
The World Of Dance Tour Makes A Stop At Remix Miami

General Admission Price Online and at Gate $20.00

Limited Pre-Sale Tickets:$15.00 with code REMIXNL2
Date: Saturday, July 31st
Time: 3:00pm – 10:00pm
Location: Sun Life Stadium. 2269 Dan Marino Blvd Miami, FL

REMIX is the nations premiere Automotive x Lifestyle Festival Featuring:
WHIPS. REMIX Award Tour Car Competition, $10,000 in awards & cash prizes
CHICKS. The RUNWAY, Girls of REMIX, come meet the top industry models
HITS. DROP THE NEEDLE, presented by SCRATCHTAG.com featuring the cornerstones of hip-hop: World of Dance, DJ battles, and a one of a kind producer showcase. Hosted by DJ ROCKY ROCK
JUST ADDED. 2 Wheel Showdown & Stuntin, see the hottest street bikes in action & The finest of RIDES MAGAZINE

General Admission Price Online and at Gate $20.00
Limited Pre-Sale Tickets:$15.00 with code REMIXNL1
BUY TICKETS NOW: HERE

REMIX Award Tour brought to you by: South Florida Scion Dealers, Strasse Forged Wheels, RIDES Magazine, Fatlace, World of Dance, XDC, Meister Watches, and Scratchtag.com

Miami Art Museum Exhibition Opening Focus Gallery Purvis Young 7/29/10

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Miami Art Museum Presents Focus Gallery Purvis Young
Opening Reception and Preview
Thursday, July 29, 2010
Preview, 6pm
Film screening, 7pm
(July 30 – November 7, 2010)
Seating is limited – first come, first seated.
For information contact 305.375.1704 or RSVP@miamiartmuseum.org.
MAM and MIFF members free, non-members $10

In collaboration with Miami International Film Festival, Miami Art Museum will mark the opening of a Purvis Young focus gallery with a special screening of the 2006 documentary: Purvis of Overtown. Opening remarks will be given by César Trasobares.

Miami Art Museum will open a new exhibition in the Focus Gallery section of its Permanent Collection installation, dedicated to works by the late Purvis Young. Focus Gallery: Purvis Young (July 30 – November 7, 2010) features a selection of Young’s paintings from the museum’s permanent collection that span the career of the celebrated, self-taught Miami painter who passed away in April of this year at the age of 67.

Purvis Young’s work reflects the condition experienced by residents of Miami’s Overtown, the historic African American neighborhood that was transformed from a thriving community to an impoverished inner-city environment in the 1960’s and 70’s, when interstate 95 was erected. Against this backdrop, Young’s work serves as inspiration for the capacity of the creative spirit to reclaim, transform, restore and renew.

“Through the decades, Young served as an eyewitness to changes in social conditions and Miami’s transformation from a modest city to a bustling metropolis that now carries many of the social, economic, and political problems that come with being a large city,” said Peter Boswell, MAM assistant director for programs/senior curator. “In this context, Young’s paintings act as a form of protest against injustice and as a testament to the resiliency of the human spirit in the midst of often dehumanizing urban conditions.”

Purvis Young is often and erroneously referred to as an “Outsider” artist, a term reserved for untrained artists with no concept of art, other than their own. Contrary to the term ‘Outsider’, Young was inspired by what he saw and read of the works by Van Gogh, Rubens, Rembrandt and Cézanne from books in the public library, as well as National Geographic magazine and public television documentaries. He was introduced to art as a child by relatives who were figurative artists and cartoonists. Although he was never formally trained, Purvis Young was socially and artistically aware. Limited in the resources available to him at the time he began painting, Young used whatever materials he could find on the street, scrap lumber, parts of packing crates, and cast-off doors. He initially gained public attention over 25 years ago by hanging his paintings on the fences and exteriors of buildings on a three-block length of NW 14th St. in Overtown known as Goodbread Alley. Even after gaining fame and financial stability, most of his paintings were executed with house paint on wood that has been exposed to the elements, resulting in the extremely raw quality that his work displays. His imagery includes wild horses, marching people, railroad tracks, pregnant women and angel heads. Young has explained that they represent various life experiences and that they each symbolize a vision of hope.

Focus Gallery: Purvis Young, is an exhibition within BETWEEN HERE AND THERE: Modern and Contemporary Art from the Permanent Collection, the Museum’s Permanent Collection installation. Changing every four to six months, the Focus Gallery presents mini-exhibitions of artists or themes considered cornerstones of MAM’s collection or collecting goals.

Focus Gallery: Purvis Young is organized by Miami Art Museum and supported by donations to MAM’s Annual Exhibition Fund. It s curated by Peter Boswell, MAM assistant director for programs/senior curator.

Miami Art Museum, a modern and contemporary art museum located in downtown Miami, FL, serves one of the most diverse and fast-growing regions of the country, where a confluence of North and Latin American cultures adds vibrancy and texture to the civic landscape. Miami Art Museum embraces its role as a cultural anchor and touchstone in a city that welcomes countless ethnic and age groups, lifestyles and ideas. Miami Art Museum’s far-ranging vision is expressed in the breadth and depth of its exhibition program, and education and public programs. The Museum continues to build its collection of holdings from the twentieth century through the present, as it embarks on a major new building and expansion project. The new Miami Art Museum at Museum Park, designed by Herzog & de Meuron, is scheduled for completion in 2013. For more information about Miami Art Museum, visit miamiartmuseum.org.

Miami Art Museum is located at 101 West Flagler Street, Miami, FL 33130. Hours: Tuesday through Friday, 10am – 5pm; Saturday through Sunday, Noon – 5pm; Closed Mondays. Admission is free for MAM members, children under 12 and students (with valid ID); adults $8; seniors $4; Second Saturdays are Free for Families. Parking is $5 (with museum validation) at 50 NW 2nd Ave. Metro: Government Center Station.

El Conjunto Folklórico Nacional de Cuba 8/26-27/10

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Fuego Entertainment & Miami Light Project In collaboration with CBDG, Inc present El Conjunto Folklórico Nacional de Cuba
August 26 and 27, 2010, 8:00pm
Fillmore Miami Beach at the Jackie Gleason
1700 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Tickets : $46.50/$66.50/$86.50
Ticket available through Ticketmaster
Click here to purchase or call 305.358.6626

“The Roots y El Tiempo” performance, under the direction and choreography of the internationally recognized professor Manolo Micler, will bring to life an energetic and colorful journey through Cuban rhythms – story of Cuba told through breathtaking dance and music.

Founded in 1962, The Conjunto Folklórico Nacional is Cuba’s premier folkloric ensemble, and represents the performance traditions of the entire country, with an emphasis on Cuba’s African-based genres, such as rumba, comparsa, and the performance traditions associated with Afro-Cuban religions – namely, Regla de Ocha, Palo Monte, Arará, Tumba Francesa, and Abakwá. It is an outstanding performance of traditional Afro-Cuban folkloric music, as well as featuring performances by one of the largest assemblage of Cuban folkloric masters ever. It is a classic – both as an incredible aesthetic experience and as a documentation of a time that has passed into history. The Ensemble has always had as its main purpose to contribute to the rescue and recovery of Cuba’s dance and musical roots.

Today, 48 years after its founding, the Ensemble has developed its own unique artistic style. El Conjunto Folklórico Nacional de Cuba has performed more than eight hundred thousand times, through its 93 international tours in Europe, America and Asia, and audiences from more than three hundred cities and towns worldwide have thrilled at their performances, different audiences have acclaimed in numerous languages the traditional songs and dances created by the Cuban people.

Taste of the Nation Miami 7/29/10

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Taste of the Nation: Miami
Thursday, July 29, 2010
Fairmont Turnberry Resort
19999 West Country Club Road
Aventura, FL 33180

Ticket Prices:
VIP Admission 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Pre Sale $195.00
At the Door $225.00
VIP tickets include early admission, chef meet & greet, Jacob’s Creek winery reception & gift bag.

General Admission 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Pre Sale $95.00
At the Door $125.00
Purchase tickets here.

Chef Chair Andre Bienvenu of Joe’s Stone Crab and Event Chair, Chef Allen Susser of Chef Allen’s and Taste Gastropub, invite you to join Miami’s finest chefs and restaurants for an incredible night of fine food, scintillating spirits, wonderful wine and a whole lot of fun with the single purpose to end childhood hunger in our community.

This year, funds raised through Taste of the Nation will support No Kid Hungry™, Share Our Strength’s campaign to end childhood hunger in America by 2015, as well as other international efforts.

Live and Dine in Miami at Viceroy Residences 7/27/10

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Celebrate the July/August 2nd Annual Restaurant issue of Miami Magazine!
July 27th, 7pm to 9pm
Viceroy Residences
485 Brickell Avenue
21st Floor, Miami

Ignite the senses with extraordinary cuisine by acclaimed restaurants:
Area 31 – BLT Steak – Bourbon Steak
Essensia – Kaspia – Mercadito – Solea

Within 7 model residences at Brickell’s prestigious Viceroy Residences, celebrating 225 closings.

Attend and enter raffle for lunch, dinner and spa memberships at Viceroy, benefiting the Gulf Relief Foundation. Valet is complimentary.
RSVP NOW: rsvpmiami@modernluxury.com

Hosted by Richard Martin, Editor in Chief
Melissa Cantor, Deputy Editor
Jen Karetnick, Dining Critic
Margit Bizstray, Food Writer
Michael Pisarri, Food Photographer

Miami Beach Resident Appreciation Day at Picnic 8/12/10

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Miami Beach Appreciation Day
August 12th, 7:00 PM – 10:30 PM
Picnic Miami
1400 20th ST, Corner of Bay Road, Miami Beach FL 33139
www.picnicmiami.com

Come join us this Thursday August 12th for complimentary nibbles and an open bar from 7 PM to 10:30 PM at PICNIC – 1400 20th ST, Miami Beach FL 33139.
Why You Ask?

At Picnic we would like to thank the residents that live in the beautiful resort we call Miami Beach, it is one of the top travel destination in the world. With the constant change of residents in South Beach we decided to host a special event for all Miami Beach residents to come mingle, relax and unwind with your local neighbors.

Coming to Picnic is like coming home. See you soon..
WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/PICNICMIAMI

Biz to Biz Networking at The Water Club Miami 7/27/10

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Biz to Biz Networking at The Water Club Miami
3969 NE 163rd Street
located in the Intracoastal Mall North Miami
The 27,500 square-foot facility, formerly “Miami Shooters”

Tuesday, July 27th 5:30pm – 8:00pm
There will be a table setup to display promotional items and brochures
$10 per person Includes a Great Selection of Appetizers
You may pay the $10 admission online and bring a new guest for FREE
You Must Pay Online for the 2 for 1 Special – Please bring your receipt
just click on the ADD TO CART at the top or bottom of this page or at the door $10 – No Credit Cards at Door – Cash or Checks
Bring A Friend and Introduce Them To Biz To Biz Networking

Andrea Curto-Randazzo – Chef of The Water Club
Andrea is a contestant on the Top chef show on
Bravo TV / every Wednesday at 9pm
Andrea and Frank Randazzo Chefs of the Water Club

Trina Turk Mocktail Reception at Bal Harbour Post Info and Images

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On Saturday, July 17, Miami fashionistas Amanda Fernandez-Leon, Jacquelynn Powers, Jilian Sanz and Sarah Arison hosted an intimate shopping soiree at Trina Turk Bal Harbour coinciding with Mercedes-Benz Miami Fashion Week Swim 2011. In celebration of the designer’s appointment as the Mercedes-Benz Presents designer, the event offered guests the opportunity to browse the new Swim & Spa collection as well as mingle with Trina Turk, herself.

Photos courtesy of Tara Ink.

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Fundraiser for The Motivational Edge Win a 7-Day Caribbean Cruise Giveaway for Two 9/10/10

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7-Day Caribbean Cruise Giveaway for 2!
The Motivational Edge, Inc.
CLICK HERE TO ENTER ONLINE
The duration of this giveaway is from July 10, 2010 to September 10, 2010. The winner will be revealed at 8:00PM on September 10th at Mike’s Restaurant and Irish Pub (555 NE 15th St. 9th Floor- Poolside Miami, FL 33132).

· $25 tax deductible donation supports underprivileged children’s education and gives you a chance to win a 2 person cruise for 7 days aboard the Norwegian Pearl of the Sea, departing from the Port of Miami!
· Eastern or Western Caribbean- YOUR CHOICE! No blackout dates!
· Guaranteed room with a balcony!
· All food, port fees, government taxes, service fees and gratuity included!
· No restrictions on amount of tickets purchased per person!
· Alcohol not included.
· Tickets sold from July 10, 2010 to September 10, 2010. To enter simply send a check or money order to The Motivational edge, Inc., 555 NE 15th St Suite 213 Miami, FL 33132 or you can enter HERE

The winner will be revealed at Mikes Restaurant and Irish Pub (555 NE 15th St. Miami, FL 33132- 9th Floor- Poolside)on September 10th, 2010 at 8:00 pm.

Rhythm and Wine Live Jazz Cabaret at La Bottega 7/30/10

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La Bottega Rhythm &Wine Presents An Evening Of Jazz With
Montserrat Franco
Piano Jazz Cabaret
Friday, July 30, 2 seatings: 8 pm & 10 pm
Limited seating, reserve early: 305 444-3493
$30 per person, includes glass of wine
A-la-carte Dinner Menu available
Admission free for La Cava Club Members
Grove Garden Trilogy: Calamari | La Bottega | Taurus
3540 Main Highway, Coconut Grove, FL 33133 305 441 0219

Commencing her musical training and career in classical music, she steadily evolved as a vocalist of eclectic versatility. Broadening her prodigious array of talents she researched and practiced diverse lyrical styles ranging from Jazz to World Sound in seven languages which she is fluent in, all with her own distinctive mastery and flair.

In the last few years, she both produced and recorded several CD’s in Israel along with research projects in ethnomusicology with the support of the State of Israel and the Spanish Government on the field of the “Sephardic Music” and in Paraguay about the music and culture of the Guarani’s ethnic group. Other productions include the “Ethnic Jazz Project”, “Songs of Inspiration” and “Sephardic Romances and Cantigas”.

She has performed classical and folk compositions in concerts around the world with prestigious symphonic and chamber orchestras, solo and “a capella” performances as well with jazz and folk urban bands. To date she has captivated the hearts of audiences and rave reviewers from Brazil, Italy, the Caribbean Islands, Spain, Israel, Paraguay, Croatia, Australia and currently the US.
www.montserratfranco.com.

Gallery Walk CANDO arts co-op 8/7/10

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Gallery Walk
Saturday August 7th, 6 to 10pm
CANDO arts co-op
309 23rd street
1 block east of Collins Ave., Miami Beach, FL
www.candoartscoop.com
This August 7th will be the 1st year anniversary of the First Saturday Gallery Walk on Lincoln Rd. And now for the first time the CANDO arts co-op will be participating. On view is the current exhibiting show titled “Freedom?”

La Bella Salon Cut-a-Thon to benefit Miami Animal Shelter Trust Fund 8/1/10

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The la bella salon Cut-a-Thon for charity is here!
la bella salon Annual Cut-a-Thon to benefit the Miami-Dade Animal Shelter Trust Fund
2604 Ponce de Leon Blvd., Coral Gables, FL 33134
Sunday, August 1st from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m.
Call 305-444-1412 to reserve

Calling all animal lovers! On Sunday, August 1st from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., la bella salon is hosting a cut-a-thon to benefit the Miami-dade Animal Shelter Trust Fund. One hundred percent of the proceeds will be donated to the Shelter. There will be snacks and refreshments available throughout the day, and plenty of opportunity to donate to the Shelter by taking part in all of the following:

– A la carte haircuts and blow dry’s for just $30.00 each (by appointment only)
– Stress relieving treatments for just $10.00 each (by appointment only)
– $5.00 raffle tickets will be sold with your chance to win one of the following gifts generously donated by your local business owners – four unique la bella salon gift baskets, and gift certificates from Natural K9, Emporium, Aqua, and Navarro Pharmacy.
– Donate a blanket, bath towel, collars, and any hard rubber toy for a dog or a cat.

To add even more value, those cool cats from Natural K9 will be handing out free samples of natural dog food and $5.00-off coupons for your pets. That’s a DOG gone good deal!

Madonna Material Girl Launch 8/3/10

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Be The First To Shop Like A “Material Girl”
Tuesday, August 3, 2010 at 10:00AM
Macy’s Fashion Store at Dadeland Mall
Use the Kendall Drive Main Level entrance
7303 SW 88th St. Miami, FL

At Macy’s At Dadeland Mall August 3rd
The First 200 Shoppers Will Receive Awesome Giveaways and Have a Chance to Win Items Autographed by Madonna and Macy’s Gift Cards of up to $500!

Be the first to shop Material Girl, the fast-fashion Juniors line from Madonna and daughter Lola available at Macy’s at Dadeland Mall for the first time at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, August 3rd! The first 200 shoppers to line-up and walk the “Pink Carpet” to shop the new collection will receive a Material Girl bandeau and a Macy’s Gift Card to be used that day. Join us at 10:00am for a chance to win great prizes including Material Girl tees autographed by Madonna and Macy’s Gift Cards of up to $500! While checking out the new line, shoppers can pose like a celebrity for some paparazzi photos!

Material Girl is a newly created fast-fashion junior’s collection that will launch exclusively in 200 Macy’s stores and online at www.macys.com on August 3, 2010 for the back-to-school season. The “Material Girl” collection was inspired and designed in collaboration with Madonna and her daughter Lola, along with Iconix Brand Group’s in-house fashion department. The collection consists of apparel, footwear, handbags and jewelry and retails from $12.00 to $40.00.

This Fall 2010 season, the “Material Girl” is all about prints and embellishments in the newest silhouettes. She mixes hard and soft elements, like a tutu dress and studded combat boots, or an oversized boyfriend sweatshirt with a floral print mini skirt. It’s all about self-expression and playing with layering. “Material Girl” is never about just one piece but how you wear it all together to make a unique outfit. Piling on the layers allows you to create a look that is different from what anyone else would wear.

Visit www.macys.com/materialgirl or the “Material Girl” Facebook and Twitter pages to see more exciting imagery and behind the scenes videos featuring our Material Girl, along with Lola’s blog on what’s hot in fashion and a sweepstakes for a chance to meet Madonna at Macy’s Herald Square in September.

Miami International Mall 6th Annual Hispanic Heritage Celebration 10/1-3/10

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Miami International Mall Honors South Florida’s Cultural Diversity at 6th Annual Hispanic Heritage Celebration
Miami International Mall (Macy’s Women’s Court)
1455 NW 107th Avenue, Miami, FL
www.simon.com

Fri., Oct. 1, 2010, 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
“Noche de Honor” VIP Cocktail Reception
Fashion Show

Sat., Oct. 2, 2010, Noon – 5 p.m.
Fashion Show
City of Doral Presents Folkloric Performances

Sun., Oct. 3, 2010, Noon – 5 p.m.
Parade of Native Dresses
International Pavilion with festive activities throughout the day

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, Miami International Mall is celebrating the diverse cultures and flavors of various Latin American countries during its 6th Annual “Hispanic Heritage Celebration”. Together with the City of Doral, the free-to-the-public weekend celebration will feature three International pavilions showcasing folkloric music and dance, country exhibits, art and flag displays, live entertainment and the fashions of South America, Central America and the Caribbean.

The weekend celebration will kick-off with the “Noche de Honor” VIP Cocktail Reception, a special fundraising event which honors local Hispanic leaders who are making a difference in the community. The event includes an awards presentation and a high energy fashion show. Tickets are $35 with a portion of the proceeds to benefit the League Against Cancer (La Liga Contra el Cáncer) and the Simon Youth Foundation.

Local Community Leaders To Be Recognized at 6th Annual Hispanic Heritage Celebration at Miami International Mall, Fri., Oct. 1

Coveted Noche de Honor award to be presented as part of Hispanic Heritage kick-off reception

DORAL, Fla. (September 21, 2010) – Four leaders will be recognized for their dedication to the South Florida community during ‘Noche de Honor’, the kick-off reception to the 6th Annual Hispanic Heritage Celebration Presented by TACA Airlines at Miami International Mall, on Fri., Oct. 1 at 6 p.m. One nominee will be chosen as the recipient of the coveted Noche de Honor award and will join some of South Florida’s most celebrated leaders as the third individual to receive this award.

Nominees for the 2010 Noche de Honor award include:
Bettina Rodriguez Aguilera, economic development coordinator for the City of Doral
Dr. Alejandro Badia, M.D., F.A.C.S., Badia Hand to Shoulder Center
Raul Pino, general manager at Marriott’s Villas at Doral
Ana Maria Rodriguez, director of government and community relations for Baptist Health South Florida

“Miami International Mall is thrilled to recognize these outstanding leaders as part of the 6th Annual Hispanic Heritage Celebration, our biggest community event of the year,” said Maria Prado, mall manager, Miami International Mall. “It’s not everyday that individuals are recognized for their efforts in making the communities in which they live and do business a better place, but this year’s nominees truly exemplify what it means to be a Hispanic role model.”

The recognition will take place at the ‘Noche de Honor’ VIP cocktail reception, a special fundraising event featuring a high energy fashion show and a taste of the nations with authentic cuisine from The Knife Restaurant, Patacon, Mondongos, Braseros, Los Olivos, Mrs. Mendoza, Le Café Limoge, Cali Caracas, Cao Chocolote and Polar Beer. Tickets are $35 with a portion of the proceeds to benefit the League Against Cancer (La Liga Contra el Cáncer), a not-for-profit organization that provides free medical care for all cancer patients in need, and the Simon Youth Foundation, a not-for-profit organization that helps at risk children in communities with a Simon Mall to earn a high school diploma and scholarships for college.

The celebration will continue on Sat., Oct. 2 and Sun., Oct. 3 with family-friendly activities, country exhibits, arts and flag displays and more from 12 noon to 5 p.m. each day. Together with the City of Doral, attendees will enjoy authentic folkloric music and dance performances and a high-energy fashion show featuring the latest fall looks from Miami International Mall’s most popular retailers on Sat., while on Sun., a ‘Parade of Native Dresses,’ which will showcase traditional outfits from South American, Central America and the Caribbean, will wind its way through the mall.

Sponsors of the 6th Annual Hispanic Heritage Celebration Presented by TACA Airlines include Telemundo 51, El Nuevo Herald, the City of Doral, the Doral Business Council, Leon Medical Centers, Miami-Dade County, Baptist Health, the Doral Golf Resort and Meza Azul.

LaDame B Handbags Trunk Sale 7/24/10

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LaDame B Handbags Trunk Sale
July 24, 2010, 7-9pm

Red Koi Thai and Sushi Lounge
317 Miracle Mile
Coral Gables, Fl 33134

You are invited to LaDame B. Handbags 2010 Fall Collection Trunk Sale. LaDame B. has over 40 different styles in the Fall Collection. You can enjoy Sushi and Sake while you shop!This is an event you don’t want to miss. I will see you there!!!

Please call 305-776-9008 for further info.

Photographs by Anthony Jordon of Champion Sound One Year Anniversary on 7/21/10

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Champion Sound One Year Anniversary at The Electric Pickle on Wednesday, July 21, 2010.  With Special Guest DAZ-I-KUE (Atlanta/ London, Bugz in the Attic), also with DJs..Lumin, A-Train, Sire Esq., Mr.Brown, Manuvers and hosted by Saraswati & Aquabooty.

Photographs taken by Anthony Jordon to see more of his work go to his facebook page, click here.

The City of Miami Official 114th Birthday Celebration on 7/28/10

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The City of Miami’s Official 114th Birthday Celebration! on Wednesday, July 28th, 2010 from 6:00pm to 9:00pm at the American Airlines Arena.

The City of Miami and DowntownMiami.com have come together to present the Official celebration for the 114th birthday of the City of Miami.  This is the first of what will become a signature yearly celebration at the heart of the city, Downtown Miami. City of Miami residents and professionals will be getting together at the American Airlines Arena in Celebration of Miami’s 114th Birthday and also to recognize the very best that Downtown Miami has to offer in the return of Downtown Miami’s Best in its 2010 edition. This special event will feature the sights, sounds and tastes of Miami at the exciting American Airlines Arena’s center court.  There will be delicious food tastings from 20+ restaurants, cocktails courtesy of GREY GOOSE® Vodka, … and much more.  The American Airlines Arena center court will fill to capacity, with approximately 2500 guests expected to attend this unique and exciting celebration.  The celebration will be anchored by a live presentation by renowned local band ¡Suénalo! and music throughout the event provided by DJ Le Spam.  There will also be a post-event reception to present charities with the fundraising checks.

American Airlines Arena
601 Biscayne Boulevard
Miami, FL. 33132

Admission:

Tickets for this extraordinary event will be sold at $25 each through the American Airlines Arena website July 28th 2010, at the American Airlines Arena Get Your Tickets! Here with 100% of ticket sales going to several local charities:

  • Allapattah Community Action
  • Best Buddies
  • Big Brothers, Big Sisters
  • Centro Mater
  • Charlee House
  • Downtown Miami Partnership
  • Friends of Gusman
  • Friends of Marine Stadium
  • Friends of Miami-Dade Public Library
  • Hands On Miami
  • Switchboard Miami
  • VoiceS For Children
  • YWCA

Each attendee will have the opportunity to select the non-profit organization of their choice at the time of ticket purchase.


Rhythm Sundays in Bal Harbour 7/25/10

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Rhythm Sundays
Jul 25th, 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
The Bal Harbour Shops, ONE Bal Harbour Resort & Spa

At Bal Harbour Shops, Paco Fontana, an internationally recognized guitarist, singer and composer, will play traditional flamenco guitar.

At ONE Bal Harbour Resort & Spa, award-winning pianst Gabriel Saientz will play a Latin Jazz piano solo.

Bal Harbour has partnered with Rhythm Foundation, a non-profit arts organization dedicated to creating international awareness through world music, to create Rhythm Sundays.

Savor brunch specials at your favorite restaurant venues at Bal Harbour Shops and ONE Bal Harbour Resort & Spa and tune into a weekly roster of music programming. Rhythm Sundays will take place from Memorial Day through Labor Day from noon to 3pm.
For more information, please visit www.balharbourflorida.com.

Wonderland T Foam Party 7/25/10

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Wonderland T Foam Party
July 25, 2010, 5:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Klutch Nightclub
136 Collins Avenue
www.klutchmiami.com
Iceman, Michael M, Tony Lima present Wonderland-T Brings Back the Foam Party!
Sounds by Lazaro Leon
Hosted by: JEI, Ryan Wagner, Angel Infiniti, Asia Aviance, Danilo Guirola, Trew & Alexander, Daniel Gomez-Salazar, Santiago Luz

Image Remix Because everyone deserves to be haute this summer at Sunset Tavern 8/11/10

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Image Remix – Because everyone deserves to be haute this summer
August 11th, 6pm
Sunset Tavern
7230 SW 59th Avenue, South Miami, FL 33143 | P: 305.665.0606
http://www.delilane.com

Miamians are getting the opportunity to win a complete makeover valued at over $700…who couldn’t stand to get a new look?

Sunset Tavern has teamed up with Bliss Intoxicating Beauty, Vigi Miami, and Boca Tanning Club to give one lucky winner a complete makeover that includes hair cut & color, makeup, clothes, tan and teeth whitening valued at over $700!

Entrants must be over 21 or older and all they have to do is submit a picture & the reasons why she deserves a makeover to Facebook.com/delilane by August 4th. And of course, in true Sunset-Tavern style, there’ll be an after party with hors d’oeuvres, music, and drinks.

Impromedy Presents Get Big at the Roxy Performing Arts Center 7/30-8/20/10

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Impromedy Presents Get Big at the Roxy Performing Arts Center
An all-new sketch and improv show from South Florida’s premiere comedy company
Fridays from July 30 to August 20, 2010. Doors Open 8:30 PM
$10 General Admission / $8 with Student ID

This month, Impromedy proves once and for all that bigger is better with their all-new sketch and improv comedy show Get Big at the Roxy Performing Arts Center (1645 SW 107th Ave, Miami, FL 33165).
Get Big is a unique and uproariously funny blend of original sketch (think Saturday Night Live, Mad TV) and improv (think Who’s Line is it Anyway?) comedy by South Florida’s top improv performers. So what is improv comedy? It’s comedy made up right before your very eyes. No scripts, no memorized dialogue, no rehearsed scenes: just crazy ideas, tons of energy, and your suggestions. And that means: BIG audience, BIG funny!
Watch in amazement as Impromedy players (who have trained at The Second City, Upright Citizens Brigade, and Improv Olympic) bring audience suggestions to life on stage while also giving practical diet and exercise tips, like*:
· How to use the Shake Weight™ as a powerful and effective tool for building muscle mass.
· Why tripling the FDA-recommended daily servings of red meat can actually make you leaner and stronger.
· How to take your workout clothes from daytime to date night in a pinch.

So, if you have considered ordering the 48 oz. porterhouse from Shula’s Steakhouse… Or you have ever attempted the P90X™ workout series… Or you’re just in the mood for some BIG laughs this weekend… Don’t miss Get Big!

Visit www.impromedymiami.com for a calendar of upcoming shows, cast bios, video, and more.

*Impromedy does not actually recommend any of this.

Photographs by Larry Lacayo of Darker Side of Green at Grand Central on 7/20/10

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Here are some additional photographs by Larry Lacayo of the Lexus presents Darker Side of Green at Grand Central on Tuesday, July 20, 2010.    The event was hosted by Jamie Kennedy and the debate was between environmental journalist Amanda Little (the proponent) against professional cyclist Chris Horner (the skeptic).  DJ sets by the Misshapes and Yeah Yeah Yeahs guitarist Nick Zinner and complimentary cocktails were provided by Patron Spirits.

Photographs taken by Larry Lacayo to see more of his work go to his website, Shutter Concepts.

Rodezart.com Gallery Presents Eklekticity 8/7/10

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RODEZart.com Gallery Presents: Eklekticity: a collective exhibition of Eight Latin American, Mid-Career Artists.
The exhibition opens to the public during the Coconut Grove Gallery Walk
Saturday, August, 7, 7 to 10 p.m.
CocoWalk • 3015 Grand Ave., Suite 237, Coconut Grove, FL

RODEZart.com Gallery presents the diverse works of Chenco (Colombia), Vicente Dopico-Lerner (Cuba), Carlos Gámez de Francisco (Cuba), Daniel García (USA/Puerto Rico), Lidia Godoi (Cuba), Israel Guevara (Venezuela), George Rodez (USA/Cuba), and Ana María Sarlat (México).

An intensive presentation of personal journeys within a dramatic visual dialogue without reference to their native culture; these artists dare to express their independent voices in a combination of abstract, conceptual realism, and surreal landscapes, as well as startling subject matter that explore the contribution of diversified roles. A multiplicity of approaches where cultural differences abound and beckon the audience to reflect and know.

We welcome you to meet these prominent Latin American artists thinking outside the tank and to explore their contributions to the Latin American Art movement which has influenced mainstream popular culture and become an international movement. Exhibit runs August 7 – 31, 2010

Young collectors welcomed! We look forward to meeting you and thank you for supporting the Arts.

Visit Coconut Grove’s other galleries: Blue Moon Studio of Art, Coconut Grove Arts Festival, Cristina Chacon Studio/Gallery, Grove House Artists, Max in the Grove, Midori Gallery, Nomade Art Gallery, & Windisch-Hunt Fine Art.

GALERIA RODEZart.com Presenta:
EKLEKTICITY: Una muestra colectiva de ocho artistas de Media Carrera latinoamericanos.
Del 7 al 31 de agosto del 2010.

La Galería de RODEZart.com presenta las obras de Chenco (Colombia), Vicente Dopico-Lerner (Cuba), Carlos Gámez de Francisco (Cuba), Daniel García (EEUU/Puerto Rico), Lidia Godoi (Cuba), Israel Guevara (Venezuela), George Rodez (EEUU/Cuba) y Ana María Sarlat (México).

Intensa presentación de viajes personales dentro de un dramático diálogo visual sin hacer referencia a su cultura nativa; estos artistas osan expresar sus voces independientes en combinaciones de abstractos, realismos conceptuales y paisajes surrealistas, así como en temas sorprendentes que exploran la aportación de expresiones diversificadas. Una multiplicidad de enfoques donde abundan las diferencias culturales que invitan a la audiencia a reflexionar para así descubrir nuevos mundos.

Les damos la bienvenida para interactuar con estos prominentes artistas latinoamericanos que piensan “fuera del aljibe”, y explorar sus contribuciones al movimiento artístico latinoamericano que ha influenciado a la cultura popular convencional, y devenido movimiento de trascendencia internacional.

La exposición estará abierta al público en la “Galería de RODEZart.com”, desde el sábado 7 de agosto del 2010, durante la noche de galerías de Coconut Grove, hasta el 31 de agosto del 2010.

Inauguración:
7 de agosto del 2010, de 7 a 10 de la noche.

Horario regular de la Galería:
Domingos a jueves, de 11 a.m. a 7 p.m.
Viernes y sábado, de 11 a.m. a 10 p.m.

¡Coleccionistas de todas las edades son bienvenidos! Esperamos verlos y gracias por apoyar las Artes.

Visite las otras galerías de Coconut Grove: Blue Moon Studio of Art, Coconut Grove Arts Festival, Cristina Chacon Studio/Gallery, Grove House Artists, Max in the Grove, Midori Gallery, Nomade Art Gallery, y Windisch-Hunt Fine Art.

Secret Cocktail Society at B Bar at the Betsy Hotel 7/24/10

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Secret Cocktail Society
7.24.2010, 10 pm
B Bar at the Betsy Hotel
1440 Ocean Drive
Miami Beach
South Beach Hookup

Secret Cocktail Society
A Saturday Speakeasy Salon @ B Bar
10 PM until

The Secret Ingredient for this week is ……… Lychee!

Once again, there will be Complimentary Secret Cocktails between 10 and 11 PM created by Thomas Merolla.

DJ James Dolby (former resident at the Setai) creates a great vibe with a great mix of chill out, international lounge, house and rock. B Bar is the perfect place to get your night going.

This week we also welcome Social Diva (www.socialdiva.com) and all the Miami Divas! If you haven’t checked out this site ladies, you must – great events and deals in Miami, NYC, ATL, LA and more!

We will also be celebrating a Birthday… Toni Vlahakis (formerly Canyon Ranch now at Z Ocean Hotel)

Cocktail Attire.

See you there! Charlie and Tommy
RSVP southbeachhookup@gmail.com with name and number of guests

_glitch opening reception at CS Gallery 8/27/10

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_glitch
August 27th 2010, 7 to 10:30pm
CS Gallery
787 NE 125th STREET, NORTH MIAMI, FL 33161
Located across from the Museum of Contemporary Art (MoCA)
Tel: 305.308.6561
info@chirinossanchez.com

(_glitch) will be an exhibition presented in North Miami Beach, Florida, with an opening reception on August 27th, 2010. This exhibition will be held for three weeks for viewing at Chirinos Sanchez Gallery (CS Gallery). “Glitch” will be curated by Xibie Corea, who will also be exhibiting some of her own work. This event will showcase the following group of artists: Cris Bozas, Dario Posada, Gianfranco Bianchi, Humberto Busto, Juan Navarro, Raul Lopez Pomares, Tatiana Silvia Sainz and Tolibia. Every artist has been challenged to create a conceptual piece around the theme of a “glitch” (or going through a glitch) and what it means to each one of them: visceral, personal, and self. Through a variety of pieces during this exhibition, the audience will be entertained by different perceptions created by each artist featuring works around their own medium, such as painting, sculpture, motion graphics, illustration and mixed media. Pieces will be available for sale and artis
ts will be present at opening reception night for meet and greet.

Tan my Body at The Gansevoort Hotel Roof Top 7/24/10

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Tan my Body
07/24/10, 12pm to 8pm
The Gansevoort Hotel Roof Top
2377 Collins Ave
South Beach – Miami
Always remember to say that you’re on Ruben Campbell’s LIST at the door for free admission all day but please come early because capacity is limited …

From now on and Every Saturday, I want you to come with me and Relax by the pool at the Gansevoort Hotel Rooftop.

We will spend the day together from 12pm to 8pm getting some Vitamin D in our bodies, put some cream on eachother, swim in the pool, get refreshing cocktails and of course dance the best music by Justin Sheppard spinning from house music to open format …

*Get Hot *Get In *Get Wet *Get it All

Please text me for rsvp guest list & table/ bottle service Ruben Campbell Cel: 3057732013.

Miami for Ferre at Grand Central 7/23/10

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Miami for Ferre
Friday, July 23, 2010, 7 – 11 PM
Grand Central
697 N Miami AV
Miami FL 33136
305.377.2277
info@grandcentralmiami.com
ferre2010.com

Let’s get excited for this Senate election! On July 23rd, one month before the Primary, a host of young professionals will be organizing a Get out the Vote + Fundraising Drive for Maurice Ferre, Democratic candidate for the U.S. Senate. There will be live musical performances throughout the night, as well as complimentary drinks from 7-9pm, all while we register people to vote, sign up new volunteers, and provide t-shirts and campaign material to help “Get out the Vote”! Come show your support and make an impact in this important senate race! Learn more at www.ferre2010.com

{Please remember that the Soul Of Miami is a non-political website. We just post the parties!}

La Fee Verte MTV MTV and Tr3s host TR3S DOGS a soirée benefitting the Soi Dog Foundation 7/24/10

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On Saturday, July 24 at 11 p.m. La Fee Verte, MTV and Tr3s host TR3S DOGS a soir̩e benefitting the Soi Dog Foundation Рa not-for-profit, legally registered charitable organization helping the homeless, neglected and abused dogs and cats of Thailand.
La Fee Verte is located at 912 71st Street (NoBe North Beach) and is open Fridays and Saturdays 11:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. For a membership invitation, please email the owners at info@clublafeeverte.com.

MTV DJ extraordinaires Jose Tillan, Michael Dagnery and Mauricio Parra are set to take over the decks and keep everyone dancing till the wee hours. Guests will enjoy complimentary cocktails from 11 p.m. to midnight and catch a special burlesque show by lead performer Nicole Soden and the club’s Madames du Mischief at midnight. All guests are encouraged to make a monetary donation upon entering in order to help Soi Dog Foundation’s ongoing, tireless efforts to end animal abuse. To attend this event, please RSVP to info@clublafeeverte.com

La Fee Verte is South Florida’s first and only tease burlesque and absinthe club. Its décor and ambiance are designed and meant to arouse the senses and seduce the crowds. La Fee Verte’s eye candy is served at midnight with tease burlesque shows and contortionists taking place every 20 minutes until 3 a.m. Guests can also enjoy the club’s 16 different types of absinthe and 20 custom absinthe-based signature cocktails. A membership or RSVP is necessary for entry.

La Fee Verte A Sexy Circus Slideshow 7/23/10

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On Friday, July 23 at 11 p.m. La Fee Verte along with local entertainment production company Rainbow Circus present a Sexy Circus Slideshow – a one night only event extravaganza!
La Fee Verte is located at 912 71st Street (NoBe North Beach) and is open Fridays and Saturdays 11:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. For a membership invitation, please email the owners at info@clublafeeverte.com.

Everyone in attendance will witness erotic numbers and be entertained by sexy freaks as well as the club’s tantalizing Madames du Mischief. The first show will begin promptly at midnight and feature human oddities, aerialists, hootchie-kootchie acts and death defying deeds. Guests will also be treated to ear candy courtesy of DJ Sante and are encouraged to taste the club’s signature absinthe-based cocktails such as the Moulin Rouge or Devil’s Punch to enhance their experience. To attend this event, guests must to RSVP to info@clublafeeverte.com

La Fee Verte is South Florida’s first and only tease burlesque and absinthe club. Its décor and ambiance are designed and meant to arouse the senses and seduce the crowds. La Fee Verte’s eye candy is served at midnight with tease burlesque shows and contortionists taking place every 20 minutes until 3 a.m. Guests can also enjoy the club’s 16 different types of absinthe and 20 custom absinthe-based signature cocktails. A membership or RSVP is necessary for entry.

Photographs of Darker Side of Green at Grand Central on 7/20/10

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Lexus presents Darker Side of Green at Grand Central on Tuesday, July 20, 2010.    The event was hosted by Jamie Kennedy and the debate was between environmental journalist Amanda Little (the proponent) against professional cyclist Chris Horner (the skeptic).  DJ sets by the Misshapes and Yeah Yeah Yeahs guitarist Nick Zinner and complimentary cocktails were provided by Patron Spirits.

Flamenco Double Feature Film Screenings 7/24/10

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Flamenco Movies
Saturday, July 24, 2010: Hollywood Central Performing Arts Center 1770 Monroe Street (U.S. 1 and Monroe)
ArtAndCultureCenter.org

As part of the Flamenco in the Sun 2010 festival, the Art and Culture Center presents a double feature in conjunction with Bailes Ferrer.

Los Tarantos, 2 pm
Nominated for best foreign film, this 1963 classic tells the love story between two gypsies. Starring Carmen Amaya and Antonio Gades. Film by Sara Lezana and Daniel Martin.

Gypsy Caravan, When the Road Bends…, 8 pm
A look into the Romani Culture and Rom (Gypsies) from around the globe as five famous Romani groups, from Spain, India, Macedonia & Romania, tour the USA. Film by Jasmine Dellal.

Cost: $10 for one film, or $16 for both. ($8 and $10 for members of the Art and Culture Center or Bailes Ferrer.)

Visit ArtAndCultureCenter.org/flamenco-movies for more information and to purchase tickets.

Viernes Culturales presents the works of Eliecer Rodriguez 7/28/10

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Viernes Culturales presents the works of Eliecer Rodriguez
Opening Night: Wednesday, July 28th 2010 7:00pm
Refreshment will be served
Viernes Culturales Art Gallery
742 SW 16th Avenue Miami, Florida 33135

The work of Venezuelan painter Eliecer Rodriguez really escapes his own limits, is a lie to say the painting is confined in inches. Without
a doubt it goes beyond and cannot be contained only in a small space. The force emanating from the colors, their accents, contrast and brightness call us to a trap, and suddenly everything is dynamism, energy and passion. One thing is certain: one cannot be indifferent to his work.

“Art, painting, is a constant exercise of creation, where everything shown has become part of us… An exercise to shape what we know, we felt or what we observed of the world; what has called our attention and much more.” Eliecer

Exhibition will run from July 28th through August 20th, 2010

Drum Circle By The Fountain In Florentino Plaza 8/7/10

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Drum Circle By The Fountain In Florentino Plaza
Saturday, August 7, 8pm
3444 Main Highway, Coconut Grove
In conjunction with the Coconut Grove Art Walk and the BluMoon Studio Mandala Show,
Sheri Friedman and Karen Deilke invite you to join us in discovering or rediscovering the joy, peace, and community of the drum circle. Please join us. Extra drums will be available.

In conjunction with Coconut Grove Gallery Walk night and BluMoon Studio’s Mandala Art opening, we are having a drum circle in Florentino Plaza, 3444 Main Highway in Coconut Grove. Note new information: the event will be located at the grand avenue entrance to the plaza in the atrium beneath the knife restaurant, not on the Main Highway side as previously indicated. Access the atrium is available from either entrance. Parking is available in the lot on Grand directly in front of the atrium or on the street. Please join us for this event and discover or rediscover the joy, peace, and community of the drum circle. Chairs, extra drums and rainsticks will be available. Mark Richards, Karen Deilke and Sheri Friedman invite you to participate in this very special event.

EuroCircle Get-Together at Lou’s Beer Garden Bistro at the New Hotel 7/22/10

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Eurocircle Meets At The New Hotel – Lou’s Beer Garden And Bistro

Thursday, July 22, 2010 in Miami at 7:00 pm
Lou’s Beer Garden And Bistro At The New Hotel
7337 Harding Ave ( (one block west of Collins Ave) Miami Beach FL
Login & RSVP here.

Lou’s Beer Garden is a hip, hidden gem in the heart of NoBe

2 for 1 microbrew specials are available for EuroCircle members

The New Hotel is hosting an Art Fest on Thursday evening. Local artists will display handcrafted artifacts.

Guests can park at the public parking lot, between 72nd and 73rd Street.

Your Euro Ambassadors Gabriele and Gian

Bryan Gonzalez Live at The Winery 7/23-24/10

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Bryan Gonzalez Live at The Winery
Friday & Saturday Night
July 23rd & 24th, 6:00PM-11:00PM
Cover Charge:
$8.00 for adults
$4.00 for kids
More Info.

Happy Hour
Friday 6:00PM-7:00PM
Saturday 6:30PM-7:30PM
$10 per Bottle (Table Wines Only) Limit 4 Bottles
Bring Your Picnic!
Visit our friends at The Capri Restaurant mention you will be visiting Schnebly’s Friday Nights @ The Winery and receive 10% off your carry-out dish. Call them: (305) 247-1542

We’ll have ice buckets available to the public free of charge!
No Coolers or Outside Beverages allowed!

Cyndi Lauper One Night Only at The Adrienne Arsht Center 8/3/10

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Cyndi Lauper One Night Only
August 3 @ 8 p.m.
John S. and James L. Knight Concert Hall
The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County
1300 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami, FL 33132
arshtcenter.org

See her live on stage and enjoy the memories that her music brings back to you! Cyndi Lauper burst onto the world stage as the quintessential girl who wants to have fun! After more than 20 sterling years and global record sales in excess of 25 million, she has proven that she has the heart and soul to keep her legion of fans compelled by her every creative move.

With her newly minted collection, Bring Ya To The Brink, Cyndi firmly asserts her position as one of the most beguiling, innovative, and downright exciting recording artists of this — and or other — generation.

BUY TICKETS NOW!
Or call the box office at 305.949.6722 to purchase your tickets today!

Club Cyndi VIP Four Packs
Vip Four Packs are available via Box Office or phone only (305.949.6722.) VIP Four Packs are $600 and include:
– Four Tickets to the Performance
– Free Valet
– Entrance to the Private Patrons Salon with cash bar

Italian Cooking Show IV-A journey through the regional culinary traditions 8/19/10

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Italian Cooking Show IV-A journey through the regional culinary traditions
Thursday, August 19, 2010, 6:30 PM- 9:30 PM
Mia Cucina Showroom
105 Miracle Mile
Coral Gables, FL 33134
www.itcookingshow.com

By popular demand for the fourth consecutive year, the Italy-America Chamber of Commerce Has been proposing an increasingly popular initiative known as the Italian Cooking Show. The 4-series cooking class with the closing Grand Finale event has proven to be effective in promoting Italy’s authentic culinary tradition and genuine products.With Italy’s regional cuisines as the focus, each event will pit two top chefs from renowned local Italian restaurants against each other in a culinary battle before an attentive audience eager to learn the various cooking methods used in preparing some of Italy’s most distinctive dishes. Paring wines will also be served to complement the savory and enticing food prepared, making it possible to the audience to relish this entire experience to its full extent.This fourth event will feature Chef Giorgio Rapicavoli from 660 @ The Angler’s with the regional cuisine of Piemonte and Chef Fabio Vaccarella from Puntino Key Biscayne with the regional cuisine of Campania.

The class will run from 6:30 to 8:00 PM and an Italian Food & Wine festival will immediately follow the cooking demonstration until 9:30 PM, allowing guests to sample Italian delicacies and wines.

The reception will be open to the entire community of Italian food lovers.With the idea of celebrating authentic Italian ingredients and food & beverage products, the reception will propose the true spirit of an Italian Food and Wine Festival. Among the many sponsors participating in the last 3 editions are: Whole Foods Market Coral Gables, Mia Cucina, Slow Food, Martini, Ducati Miami, Academia Barilla, Orso Italian Specialty Food, Citterio, Westye Group Southeast, Sub-ZeroWolf, Alma Food Imports, ItalCibus Importers & Distributors of Miami, Comobar, Nestle Waters North America – San Pellegrino Acqua Panna, Delitia, Le 5 Stagioni, Francia, Saporosa di Puglia, Cocco, Savini Tartufi, PDF Foods, Delverde, Tomson Hospitality, Man Advertising, Il Decantino and FPMG Visual Services.

Cooking Class: $45 General Admission
$30 IACC Members

Italian food and wine festival (after 8PM): $10 general admission
Free for IACC Members

Warning Note: All guests (Members and non Members) who arrive before 8 PM must pay the full class entrance fee. No exceptions and No discounts.

Registration and payment by June 16, 2010
RSVP to Tanti@iacc-miami.com

Founded in 1991, the Italy-America Chamber of Commerce Southeast is a non-profit U.S. corporation, officially recognized by the Italian government, which is devoted to fostering trade between Italy and the United States. The Chamber is a staunch defender of artisan craftsmanship and small and medium sized businesses – the backbone of the Italian economy.
We actively promote trade between the United States and Italy in a whole host of sectors, including food & beverage, science & technology, design, and fashion. By organizing delegation visits of U.S. buyers to Italy, along with local trade and networking events designed to introduce Italian products to the U.S. market, we are the face of “Made in Italy” – a concept synonymous with quality and excellence – in the Southeastern United States.

Pearl Sundays At Club O1 7/25/10

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Pearl Sundays At Club O1
From July 25 To july 26 2010, From 11 pm to 5 am
Club O1
One ocean Drive, Miami Beach Florida
Every Sundays From 11pm to 5 am Club O1 brings back the classic Pearl Sundays! . This week features DJ Joe Dert . For more information or to book your reservation call 305.538.1111 For table and bottle reservations: reservation@clubo1.com

Dancing In Miami At Nikki Music Every Sundays Night 7/25/10

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Dancing In Miami At Nikki Music Every Sundays Night
From July 25 To july 26 2010, From 7 pm to 5 am
Nikki Beach Miami
One Ocean Drive, Miami Beach Florida
Every Sunday Night From 7pm to 5am Our most recent addition, Nikki Music, is our weekly Sunday night party providing you with the freshest tracks and entertainment. This week line up features Special Guest DJ Louis Dee , and Residents DJ Armand Pena and Felipe Kaval. For more information or to book your reservation call 305.538.1111 For reservations table and bottle reservations: viptables@nikkibeach.com

Summer Freeze Vodka Tastings For A Cause at Blue Fish 7/30/10

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Milagro Center Event

Summer Freeze Vodka Tastings For A Cause @ Blue Fish
Friday July 30, 2010
6:00 – 9:00 pm
You’re Invited to a Special Night of Premium Vodka Tastings like only Blue Fish would dare to do! Naked Hair will be doing their magical and glamorous hair styling and check out Mercedes Benz’s luxury vehicles and more

Cocktail Party: $20 in advance and $25 Day of or at the door (Cash Only).
Includes: 4 Specialty Premium Vodka Tastings & Blue Fish’s Famous Appetizers.

VIP Dinner: $40 in advance and $50 Day of or at the door (Cash Only).
Includes: The above Cocktail Party PLUS Full 3 Course Dinner and VIP BAG for first 100 RSVP! (Does not include tax or gratuity)

Limited Seating- Rsvp Today or call The Milagro Center for more info; 561-279-2970
Dinner Menu
Hors D Oeuvres
Miso soup and
Salad of spring greens, tomato, cucumber, and walnuts with our famous ginger dressing
OR
Sashimi chopped salad: fresh sashimi, citrus, greens, with kimchee vinaigrette. Appetizers
Tapas Trio: Vietnamese style spring roll with snow crab, shrimp, mango, mint; lump crab cake over wasabi mashed potatoes; tuna tartar over uzu infused crispy rice.
Main Entrees
Blue Fish Duo: Gorgonzola stuffed filet mignon wraps in spicy Szechuan sauce with tempura fried wasabi mashed potatoes AND Sautéed jumbo prawns with mango-crawfish salsa over soba noodles
OR
Blue Fish Sushi Boat: Assorted sushi pieces; spicy tuna roll; sundae roll.
-Dessert Tempura bananawith vanilla ice cream and lemon honey sauce

Artistic Networker for south Florida at Louis 8/6/10

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Connect Florida invites you to attend Got Volunteerism for the Arts?
Network and learn about Florida’s local arts charities
Friday, August 6, 10pm-12am
Louis, 2325 Collins Ave at Gansevoort, South Beach
More info & RSVP: connectflorida@gmail.com
$20 door donation includes open vodka/wine bar & silent auction
All proceeds donated to participating non-profits

2010 BACCF Independence Gala Dinner 9/11/10

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2010 Independence Gala Dinner

September 11, 2010
08:00 PM – 12:00 AM
The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove, Miami

Sponsorship Opportunities Available!

Contact us!

All reservations must be received by September 3, 2010. All reservations received after this date will be placed on a waiting list.

Brazilian-American Chamber of Commerce of Florida
Tel: 305-579-9030 www.brazilchamber.org

Photographs of Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Swim on Monday 7/19/10

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Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Swim at The Raleigh on Monday, July 19, 2010.

The first designer was Lisa Maree, her Spring/Summer 2010/2011 “Where the Wonderer’s Go” showcase ready to wear crochet and metallic thread swimsuits, bikini’s and cover-ups.

The second designer was Kooey Swimwear Australia,  Inspired by the vibrant colors of Australia, its native florals and its coastline, Kooey’s signature print for Kooey also reflects Australia’s Indigenous culture resulting in a range that truly is… ‘Australian for hello summer’.

The third designer was Aquarella Swimwear,  Aquarella Swimwear is a Costa Rican based couture company that develops high end fashion swimsuits for today’s women. This exclusive and elegant swimwear is designed with international standards with the best fabrics and prints.

The last designer was Lisa Blue Swimwear by Byron Bay.  Lisa Blue is a pioneer in combining beautiful fashion together with a cause to help preserve our marine environment. A full twenty five percent of the net profit for Lisa Blue is donated towards helping protect the whales and dolphins.  Lisa Blue reflects the inner beauty of the modern girl who cares to make a difference.  This is the way of the future.

Refrigerator Art Opening Reception 8/7/10

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Refrigerator Art Opening Reception
August 7, 2010, 7:00 pm
GroveHouse Artists Gallery
3390 Mary Street – Mayfair Promenade
Coconut Grove Florida 33133
http://www.grovehouseartists.net
Refrigerator Art Opening Reception!
Ever wonder what artists’ refrigerator art looks like? Were the artistic genes passed down? Join us for our opening reception on Saturday, August 7th, at 7:00 pm.
Be the first to see, and possibly purchase, pieces of art not available anywhere. A fun evening is planned!

Mondrian Fridays with Erin Mia 7/23/10

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MONDRIAN FRIDAYS with Erin Mia
Friday, July 23, 9:00 pm
Sunset Lounge at Mondrian Miami Beach
1100 West Avenue
Miami Beach, Florida
www.MondrianMiami.com

Dimitri, Guigo, Angelo, Mike & Erin Mia Present
Tailored Fridays At Mondrian
Fashion ~ Music ~ Vibe
The Sunset Lounge Overlooking The Bay
Progressive House Music By Dj Hana

Miami Beach Socialites & Local Celebs Mix & Mingle At The Trendy Sunset Lounge On Friday Nights Located In The Lobby Of The Decadent Mondrian Hotel On The Bay, Overlooking The Downtown Miami Skyline.

1100 West Avenue ~ Just West Of Alton Road In South Beach, Tailored Fridays Happens Every Friday, Just A Bit Earlier Than Most Miami Beach Nightlife And You Won’t Find Any Of The Ocean Drive Crowd Here. This One’s For The Fashionably Chic, The Lush-Life Locals & Definitely Not For Babies.

Vivacious & Sexy, Dj Hana Kicks Out European House & Open Format Till 4am.

Vip Table Reservations & Bottle Service Contact Erin Mia Milchman: 954.232.0772

Complimentary Bottles For:
Birthday/Bachelorette ~
Divorce/Girls Night Out ~

Luxury Hotel Accommodations & Dockage Available
Valet Parking ~ Self Park In Garage On Opposite Side Of Street

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( taken from ~ miami.com )
Start your weekend off right at the beautiful Mondrian Hotel Sunset Lounge starting at 10pm each and every Friday featuring sounds by the vivacious DJ Hana. This blond beauty will be spinning a great mix of progressive house to get the rhythm going for a fabulous weekend. Mix and mingle with Miami socialites in this decadent lounge while sipping away on delicious cocktails. The crowd is upscale, dress code is trendy and fashionable, and the vibe is just right for mixing it up before heading out for your adventures on the town.
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Table Reservations & Bottle Service ~
Erin Mia Milchman shopaholik2457@aol.com

SoLita Thursdays with Kimberlee and Erin Mia 7/22/10

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SoLita Thursdays with Kimberlee & Erin Mia
Thursday, July 21, 800 pm
SoLita ” South of Little Italy ” Las Olas
1032 East Las Olas Boulevard
Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33301
www.SoLitaLasOlas.com

Tommy Pooch And Alan Roth In Association With Brad Minto, Jenn Lawrence, Joseph Payne & Jay Brown Proudly Present
Solita Thursdays
With Dj Anthony Pisano
Hosted By Kimberlee Etheridge & Erin Mia Milchman

Reserve Tables Now
Dinner Reservations & Bottle Service 954.232.0772
Cocktails At The Bar From 6pm 2am

Dinner Reservations Taken Until 11pm
Prix Fixe Menu Available For $39. Per Person + Tax & Grat

Dinner Reservations & Bottle Service
Erin Mia Milchman shopaholik2457@aol.com

Vanity Wednesdays at JB Kitchen and Bar in the Heart of Brickell 7/21/10

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VANITY WEDNESDAYS at JB Kitchen & Bar in the Heart of Brickell
Wednesday, July 21, 8:00 pm
JB Kitchen & Bar in the Heart of Brickell
1250 South Miami Avenue
Miami, Florida
www.jbkitchenandbar.com

Local Vibe With An Accent On Fashion, Music & Fine Cuisine
Legendary Miami Dj, Mark Leventhal Spins Classic Rock, Disco Hustle, Old School Hip~Hop, Hot Funk, Eighties Faves, Top 40, Salsa & Merengue Till 2am

Hump Day Happy Hour
Half Priced Drinks & Appetizers 5 ~ 8 Pm

Oversized Flat Screens Inside & Out Featuring Select Sports, Fashion & Current Events

Whiskey Wednesdays
Half Off All Calls, Wells, Premiums & Super Premium Whiskeys,
Including Johnny Walker Blue Label
All Day ~ All Night

Ladies Night Libations
Five Dollar Fresh Cucumber Or Cantaloupe Martinis
Five Dollar Caipirinhas
Six Dollar House Reds & Whites
Two – Fifty Drafts & Domestic Bottles
All Night Long ~ Each And Every Wednesday

Join Us For Dinner Until 11pm
Featuring Cuisine With A Peruvian Flair By: Executive Chefs Frederick Kelly & Jeremy Fernandez
Extensive Wine List
$150. Bottle Service

Girls Night Out Hand Selected Prix ~ Fixe Menu Including Soup Or Salad & Dessert At Only $19. Per Person + Tax & Gratuity

Business Casual Attire ~
Erin Mia Milchman: shopaholik2457@aol.com

Hot Summer Nights at Area 31 7/22/10

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Hot Summer Nights
Thursday, July 22, 2010, 5pm-10pm
Area 31, 16th floor EPIC Hotel
270 Biscayne Blvd Way
16th floor, EPIC Hotel
Miami, FL 33131
area31restaurant.com

Join us this Thursday on the Area 31 terrace for Downtown Miami’s newest, longest, hottest happy hour. Ladies will be treated to a complimentary welcome cocktail courtesy of Stoli Vodka & Hendricks Gin. Happy hour prices on select cocktails and bar bites are extended til 10pm. DJ Kristian Caro will be spinning accompanied by two percussionists. Enjoy the company, cocktails, and amazing views this & every Thursday!

For restaurant reservations, call 305.424.5234.

Mack Mixer Miami 7/21/10

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Mack Mixer – Miami
Wednesday July 21, 7:00 – 10:00pm
Bar 721
Miami’s Newest Gay/Straight Friendly Professional Cocktail Social…
Hosted By: Dan Oropesa & Donald J. Harvey
It’s Time to mix Business with Pleasure!
Starting after work at 7:00pm and ending by 10pm, timing is set to get on the road early enough to avoid looking shabby Thursday morning.
There will be a $10 entry fee which includes one free cocktail.

Nextgen Spare Some Change Cocktail Series 7/22/10

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“Back To School”
Thursday July 22, 2010, 6:00pm – 8:30pm
Bar 721
721 N Lincoln Lane, Miami Beach
nextgen, the young professionals group of Community Partnership for Homeless, invites you to the Spare Some Change Cocktail Series. Your donation will ensure a succesful beginning to the new school year!
Complimentary for nextgen members, $20 for non-members. Drop off school supplies at the door and have your own summer break party. Enjoy complimentary rum cocktails & appetizers, video games, billiards and more.

Girls Night Out 7/23/10

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Girls Night Out
July 23, 2010, 4-7 pm
MiniBAr (Design District)
3612 NE 2nd Ave. Miami,FL 33137

ATTENTION FASHIONISTA’S
Please join us for a night of great food and wine while conversing about fashion from Mercedes Benz Fashion Week to the latest trends for the Fall/Winter seasons.LaDame Boutique will have a display of the Boutique’s handbags from the 2010 Fall Collection and accessories. These handbags are not available to the public.You will have the opportunity to be the first to have these handbags before anyone else.

Cafeina Goes Mad For Amanda Fernadez-Leon 7/22/10

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Wynwood hotspot toasts ambassador to the arts with “Mad Men” edition of People We Love
Thursday, July 22, 2010 , 9:00 PM to 3:00 A.M
Cafeina
297 Northwest 23rd Street, Miami, FL
www.cafeinamiami.com

Cafeina celebrates Calix Gustav Gallery owner/curator Amanda Fernadez-Leon with a special Mad Men-inspired installment of its “People We Love” party series on Thursday, July 22 at 9 PM. The young art aficionado selected the theme in honor of her favorite television drama, the stylized and provocative Golden Globe-winning series that follows Madison Avenue marketing executives circa 1960s Manhattan. Guests are encouraged to dress the part, i.e. plaid jackets, fedoras and skinny ties for the gents; cocktail dresses, white gloves and Jackie O. hairdos for the ladies. The soirée will also feature vintage mixes by the party’s resident DJ Joe Dert and complimentary period-inspired libations including Vodka Gimlets and Tom Collins. Mad Men will premier its 4th season on AMC the following Sunday.

Fernandez-Leon is the 8th host of the Wynwood haunt’s bi-weekly Thursday night bash honoring Miami’s tastemakers, influencers and philanthropists. Notable hosts include nine-time Grammy Award winning producer Rudy Perez, Ocean Drive’s Miami Beach “Design Queen” Sam Robin, and noted photographer Iran Issa-Khan, among others.

RSVP required to cafeina@taraink.com or 305.864.3434 ext. 125

Cafeina is a multi-room, restaurant-lounge-art gallery with a lush outdoor garden. It is located at 297 Northwest 23rd Street in the Wynwood Art District. The indoor/outdoor space is open Wednesday through Saturday 5:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m. Valet parking is available. For more information, please call 305.438.0792.

Four Time Billboard Sensation Erika Jayne Performs In Miami 7/20-24/10

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Four Time #1 Billboard Sensation Erika Jayne Performs In Miami

Tuesday, July 20th
8:00 PM – LEXUS – HYBRID event
Grand Central

Thursday, July 22nd
1 AM – Promotion and Give-Aways
TWIST South Beach Performance

Friday, July 23nd
1 AM – Liquid Fridays
LIVING ROOM Night Club Performance

Saturday, July 24th
1 AM – Promotion and Give-Aways
DISCOTEKKA Performance

Singer, songwriter and dance pop sensation Erika Jayne will make her debut in a series of concerts throughout Miami’s nightlife circuit, promoting her latest video of and performing her Billboard number one hit “Pretty Mess,” along with her unreleased single “One Hot Pleasure.” Jayne is scheduled to perform and make special appearances at The Setai, Kill Your Idol, B Bar, the Raleigh for Tyler Rose’s Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Swim 2011, TWIST, Living Room, DISCOTEKKA, and more.

Since launching in 1976, only 13 acts have taken (at least) their first four hits to number one on the Billboard charts. Following up on her three #1 Billboard hit singles–“Stars,” “Roller Coaster” and “Give You Everything”– her single “Pretty Mess” surpassed Lady Gaga on the dance charts, making Jayne a force to be reckoned with in the industry.

Jayne has worked with some of today’s most in-demand producers including Dave Aude, Tracy Young, DJ Escape & Johnny Vicious, Larry Tee, Bill Hamel, Klubjumpers, Peter Rafelson and Marshall Stack, to name a few. The Atlanta-born, Los Angeles transplant’s last batch of remixes was released in late 2009 with reworked editions of her hit single “Give You Everything” by Paul Harris, Mark Brown and Michael Woods. They shot to #2 on the Music Week Upfront Club Chart as well as #6 on the Music Week Commercial Pop Club Chart (marking the first time she ever landed on the U.K. charts) and hit #5 on Billboard’s 2009 year end Hot Dance Club Play Songs chart.

Unplug and Unwind Friday evenings at the Clevelander 7/23/10

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Unplug & Unwind, Friday evenings at the Clevelander, is quickly becoming the most exclusive and unique hot spot after work. Enjoy live acoustic performances by South Florida’s hottest singers six-stories above a breathtaking Ocean Drive view. This week at 8pm, enjoy the sounds of Maria Zouroudis. This Greek-American songstress is known for delivering a fusion of pop, R&B, and acoustic soul. Order from our $5 Munchies Menu and sample our Happy Hour cocktails. For more info : rsvp@clevelander.com
The Clevelander, 1020 Ocean Drive, Miami, 33139

Brazilian-American Chamber of Commerce of Florida Summer Extravaganza 7/31/10

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Summer Extravaganza

Join the BACCF Directors, Committee Chairs, Members and Friends for a mid-year luncheon

July 31, 2010
1 pm – 5 pm
Botequim Carioca
900 Biscayne Blvd.
Miami, FL 33132

Members $40.00
Non-members $65.00

For a reserved table, please add $25.00

Children 11 and younger half price

Walk-in’s will be accommodated on a first-come first-served basis and will be charged an additional $20.00 per person

Register Here!

Brazilian-American Chamber of Commerce of Florida
Tel: 305-579-9030 www.brazilchamber.org

Trina Turk Swim & Spa 2011 Mercedes-Benz Swim Week post show recap

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TRINA TURK KICKED OFF MERCEDES-BENZ FASHION WEEK SWIM 2011
Los Angeles-Based Designer Brought “Acapulco Gold” to Miami Beach with her Swim & Spa 2011 Collection

MIAMI, FL (July 16, 2010) – The ultimate fiesta, hosted by Los Angeles-based designer Trina Turk invited guests to celebrate her first appearance at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Swim 2011 with a celebration of glitz and glamour to introduce her Swim & Spa 2011 collection. On Thursday, July 15, 2010 a global mix of fashion elite observed the preview of Trina Turk’s fresh approach to swimwear and beachwear.

Trina Turk set the stage with a dynamic collection inspired by the opulence of the Mexican world-class resort. The Swim & Spa 2011 collection, “Acapulco Gold,” included a strong variation of looks that included a range of exotic influences, vibrant colors and hypnotic prints. Acapulco’s pure exotica and tropical motif was featured throughout the collection of swimwear, beach apparel and accessories.

The collection’s color palette introduced citron, fuchsia and ultraviolet. Additional highlights included gold hardware inspired by handpicked vintage jewelry in brushed links, circular-textured rings and filigree X’s. The collection’s feminine silhouettes featured one-piece keyhole bandeaus, halters with intricately-woven fabrics through gold hardware, sash hipsters and bikinis with border prints.

Matching accessories such as light-weight cover-ups ranged from chiffon caftans and modal jersey keyhole halter dresses to border-printed silk tunics and super-fine knit jersey rompers. The collection also unveiled Mr. Turk menswear, classic American resort wear styling reworked with Trina Turk’s signature prints and bold colors adorning khaki-textured cotton shirts, polos, Bermudas and tweed shorts.

Clinique and Femme Coiffure Hair Spa teamed up with Trina Turk to complement the bold and flirty “Acapulco Gold” look with sun-kissed skin and flowing beach waves. Aside from the array of bikinis, one-pieces and cover-ups, several models pulled off an ultimate accessory – oversized straw hats.

Established in 1995, Trina Turk began as a collection of contemporary clothing for women and has since successfully grown into a lifestyle brand. Today, Trina Turk designs, markets and distributes full collections of women’s apparel, swimwear, accessories and home furnishings. Trina Turk is distributed throughout the United States in fine department stores including Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus, Bloomingdales and better specialty stores throughout the country. Her own boutiques in Los Angeles, Palm Springs, Burlingame and Newport Beach, CA, East Hampton and New York, NY, and Bal Harbour Shops in Bal Harbour, FL. For more information on Trina Turk, please visit www.trinaturk.com.

Photos courtesy Tara Ink.

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Photographs of the Quicksilver Launch at The Standard Hotel on 7/18/10

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Quicksilver launch at The Standard Hotel on Sunday, July 18, 2010.  The new limited edition retro Standard Boardshorts By Quiksilver are  inspired by each Standard hotel location in Hollywood, Downtown LA, Miami and New York and their respective color identities. The boardshorts come in two lengths, 16” and 18” and are made with Quiksilver’s Diamond Dobby technology.

The Roxy Theatre Group Presents Once Upon A Mattress 7/23-8/1/10

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The Roxy Theatre Group Presents The Musical Fairytale, Once Upon A Mattress
July 23rd, 2010-August 1, 2010, the Roxy Performing Arts Center

July 23rd-August 1st. Fridays & Saturdays, 8:00 p.m. Sundays, 3:00 p.m. General Admission Tickets are $20. Summer camp performances are available.

There will be a cocktail reception and after-show party on Saturday, July 24, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. and tickets are $50. All proceeds benefit RTG’s Student Scholarship Fund.

The Roxy Performing Arts Center, 1645 SW 107 Ave. Miami, FL 33165.

The Roxy Theatre Group (RTG), a non-profit arts organization for children, is proud to present the musical fairytale, Once Upon a Mattress, featuring a cast of 35 students, ages 12-22 and an orchestra of students from the Greater Miami Youth Symphony (GMYS), a non-profit organization dedicated to training young musicians. Once Upon A Mattress is an enchanting musical comedy fused with love, magic, and plenty of zany adventures.

The exuberant cast and orchestra are comprised of actors, dancers, singers and musicians representing over 18 different schools and colleges in Miami-Dade County.

ONCE UPON A MATTRESS is based on the classic fairy tale The Princess and the Pea by Hans Christian Andersen with music by Mary Rodgers, lyrics by Marshall Barer and book by Jay Thompson, Marshall Barer and Dean Fuller. For more information please call 305-226-0030, email SusannePinedo@gmail.com or visit www.RoxyPAC.com. The Roxy Theatre Group, (RTG) a non-profit organization, offers classes in drama, voice and dance to children ages 3-17, with year-round programs including an after school care program and a performing arts summer camp.

Comedy with a Sparkle Fundraiser 9/21/10

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Join us for this special fundraiser which will include dinner, raffles and a comdey show featuring nationally known comedian Chris Monty who has performed in Las Vegas, Atlantic City, New York City and vicinity,

Event will be held on Tuesday, September 21, 2010 from 5:30 – 9:00 PM

at Hughes Catering, 4351 NE 12 Terrace, Oakland Park, FL 33334

Buy Tickets Here.

There will also be an opportunity to see the latest Sparkle of Life Designs.

A portion of the door, 100% of raffle sales and 20% of jewelry sales will go to the Florida Breast Cancer Foundation.

Tickets are $100 per person and includes dinner, a comedy show and a goody bag containing a specially designed piece of jewelry unique for this event.

Inca Collection at Setai part of Miami Swim Week By Betty Alvarez

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On July 16, 2010 Setai on Miami Beach hosted a fashion show for the Inca collection part of Miami Swim week Guests were treated tastings of Hendrick’s cocktails. Although the show started at 11:45 p.m., it was worth the wait. The show started with a spectacular fire dancer followed by Conga dancers and Conga drum beaters. The actual swimsuit fashion show displayed vibrant colors and a vast array of stylish swimwear.

Photographs by Betty Alvarez

Men’s Swimsuit Show Ignited Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Swim Runway Swell Suits Miami 2011 Debuts All Male Swimwear Group Show By Betty Alvarez

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The annual Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week SWIM made a big splash this year in Miami with the much-anticipated debut of Swell Suits Miami 2011 – the first all male swimwear group show to hit the runway. Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week SWIM was a “by invitation only” event featuring worldwide top swimwear designers showcasing their collections in two runway venues, the Cabaña Grande and the Oasis, as well as Raleigh’s pool and penthouse.

Swell Suits Miami 2011 features the exclusive Spring/Summer swimwear collections of designers Naila, Olasul and parke & ronen. The show premiered on July 16 at 8 PM at the Oasis in the historic Raleigh Hotel in Miami Beach.

“This marks the launch of menswear getting the much-deserved attention in this all-important show,” said the producers of Swell Suits. “We are so excited to be making fashion history and believe this premiere marks a significant milestone that is greatly welcomed by the fashion community and IMG (the producers of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week SWIM).”

Men’s swimwear has come a long way in the last century. In the 1930s, men were still wearing full-body swimwear designed for modesty. Today, men’s swimwear offers versatile cuts, lengths, color and materials all designed to complement one’s physique.

This year’s featured Swell Suits Miami designers have established a design ethic with focus on detail and use of the finest materials.

Inspired by nature, Naila is oriented toward eco-friendly and innovative materials. Naila will be launching the first ever made recyclable and environmentally friendly men trunk short. Exclusively handmade in Italy, each piece in the collection features refined details, sleek silhouettes and European cuts in vibrant colorful palettes. Additional to the men line, Naila also carries an uber-chic women line and miniature version of daddy’s bathing suit.

Peruvian-born designer Lorenz Korder’s Olasul swimwear collection celebrates the unique Peruvian surf culture. Made from the highest quick-drying materials, the Olasul collection has been described as “chicly understated” with bold, funky colors. “Each piece tells a story and harkens back to a time and place where surfing was a gentleman’s sport,” Korder said.

parke & ronen – an exclusively all-male swimwear line – has grown to be a pioneer in the men’s swimwear world and a leader in the industry since 1997. The company has created a name for itself by reinventing the 50’s style men’s swim short with the creation of its signature Snap! Short. The company offers a range of styles, from knee-grazing board shorts to sexy briefs.

Randolph Engineering, as a sponsor of Swell Suits Miami will accessorize the models with their sleek lines of handcrafted premium sunglasses and shooting eyewear. Dee & Co. Hair Studio will work the backstage doing hair and makeup; owner of Dee & Co. Hair Studio and celebrity hair stylist, Dee Adames is also the winner of Bravo’s TV hit “Shear Genius” season 2.

Photographs by Betty Alvarez

Dyno’nite Film The Cabinet Of Dr Caligari 8/7/10

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Dyno’nite—Film
Friday, August 13, 7pm
The Wolfsonian
FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY
1001 Washington Avenue
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
www.wolfsonian.org
The Cabinet Of Dr. Caligari (1920, Germany, Robert Wiene, 72 minutes, b&w, DVD)—In this silent 1920s masterpiece, an insane asylum inmate explains to his psychiatrist how he came to the institution, telling the shrink the story of the evil hypnotist Caligari and his unwitting pawn, the sleepwalker Cesare. This stark expressionist film from German director Robert Wiene astonishes with the power of its sets and visuals, and the creepy plot easily raises hackles on the back of one’s neck. The Dynamo Café will offer 2-for-1 beer and wine from 6-9pm on Dyno’Nites, specially designed as a venue for the local community to present their talent and knowledge. For more information: 305.535.2680 or paola@thewolf.fiu.edu. Free.

Miami Finance Forum monthly Happy Hour at MIA 7/28/10

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The Miami Finance Forum invites you to join us for our Networking Happy Hour held at MIA at Biscayne. Enjoy a complimentary drink and appetizers, network with the leading professionals in the finance industry.
MIA is located at 20 Biscayne Blvd
Please RSVP in advance to: Elena Djakonova mailto:rsvp@miaifinanceforum.com or register on our web site.
Admission is complementary for Miami Finance Forum Members, $25 for guests, 20 if paid online!
You can find the pictures of the event on our website.

Sunshine Jazz Organization Presents Still Bill and Live Performances at Caleb 7/24/10

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Sunshine Jazz Organization of South Florida
Bill Withers Tribute with Documentary Film “Still Bill”
Featuring live music by The Kurt Wilson Band featuring Sunnie Wilson
Plus Special Performance by 2010 Grammy Award Nominee Eric Roberson
Saturday July 24, 2010
The Joseph Caleb Auditorium is located at 5400 NW 22nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33142 (305)636-2350 Tickets are $12.00 advance through Ticketmaster and The Caleb Box Office; and $20.00 at the door.
This information courtesy of JazzBluesFlorida.com

Prepare for explosions come Saturday, July 24, 2010, 7:00 p.m. when The Sunshine Jazz Organization presents this triple-header event featuring the acclaimed Bill Withers documentary, “Still Bill”, brought back by popular demand to The Joseph Caleb Auditorium. Withers has sung his way into the hearts of millions worldwide. His ability to say – what so many feel – is uncanny. Bill Withers is mentioned in the same breath as the greats – Stevie, Marvin, Donny – yet none sing with the directness, write with the frankness, nor compare in articulating the truth with much sparseness. He is a singer and songwriter who has topped pop charts and received awards, has been covered by Barbara Streisand and looped by Dr. Dre, and continues to influence an entire generation of artists. Honors include Soul Train, Grammy Songwriters, ASCAP Rhythm & Soul – Heritage Award, West Virginia Music and Rhythm & Blues Foundation – Pioneer Award and more. He has also received Grammy Awards for “Ain’t No Sunshine”, “Lean On Me”, and “Just The Two of Us”. The profound honesty and sensitivity found in his timeless music has made Bill Withers one of America’s premier singer/songwriters, combining soulful warmth and a genuine, folksy feel with his immediately recognizable voice.

Preceding the film will be a concert by The Kurt Wilson Band featuring Sunnie Wilson performing some of Bill Withers’ award winning hits. Following the film will be a very special appearance by Grammy-nominated Indie artist Eric Roberson touring in support of his new cd release “Music Fan First” with his song “Dealing”, featuring Lalah Hathaway.

The purpose of this event is to present an evening of live, quality music plus a legendary artist’s life story, as well as to raise awareness of the value of music and its significance in American culture. For close to a quarter of a century The Sunshine Jazz Organization has stood in the forefront of promoting this unique and precious art form for the benefit of present and future generations.

Photographs of Make Up for Ever Free Make Up Party at Sephora on 7/17/10

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Make Up For Ever Free Smudge-Proof Summer Make Up Party at Sephora on Saturday, July 17, 2010.  Make Up For Ever hosted a special Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Swim “Smudge-Proof Your Summer Make Up” party at Sephora’s South Beach location to celebrate the fun and fashion filled weekend. Anyone could have attended to have their make up done before going out for that evening… compliments of Make Up For Ever.

Photographs of Lifestyle Retreat Lounge at The Gansevoort Miami on 7/17/10

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Lifestyle Retreat Lounge at The Gansevoort Miami on Saturday, July 17, 2010.  The Lifestyle Retreat, was co-sponsored by STK and The One Group, at the Gansevoort Hotel Lounge during Miami Swim Week 2010 which consisted of gifting suites, beauty salons, ultra music lounges and business and social media areas. The Retreat gave companies the opportunity to showcase their brands in a unique carefree setting. The lounge also had a diverse area of social media outlets and live video stream from our website.  Also, Kendra Wilkinson was there doing her first official Florida book signing promoting her book Sliding into home.

SeminArt Contracts for Artists 7/21/10

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SeminArt: Contracts for Artists: Get it in Writing
Wednesday, July 21st / 6:30-7:30pm
Dorsch Gallery
151 NW 24th Street
Miami, FL 33127

Featuring attorneys Kathleen C. Carignan, Esquire, Executive Director, LegalArt and Brian Heller, Esquire, Senior Vice President, Business and Legal Affairs, Ladenburg Thalmann and Vice Chairman, LegalArt Board of Directors

This SeminArt is an introduction to basic contracts for artists. Kathleen Carignan and Brian Heller will outline common types of contracts professional artists use to protect and sustain their careers: gallery, commission, licensing, sale and work for hire. They will also discuss the difference between written and oral contracts. The presenters will also provide information on how to handle contract disputes and what to do when you want to terminate a contract. You will leave the SeminArt with better knowledge of the steps to take to avoid problems and to understand what contracts you are signing.

Kathleen and Brian will be available for specific questions at the end of the program. Stick around to meet other artists and community members, LegalArt SeminArts are great networking opportunities!

About the presenters:

Kathleen C. Carignan, Esquire
Executive Director, LegalArt
Before LegalArt, Ms. Carignan was an Adjunct Professor at Drexel University teaching Law and the Arts. While at UVA Law, she worked for the Thomas Jefferson Center for the Protection of Free Expression. Recent speaking engagements include: “Inspiration, Derivation, or Appropriation? Defining Ownership in the Arts,” Keynote Speaker, Drexel Scholarly Communications Symposium; “When to Call a Lawyer, and Who to Call,” Miami Music Festival Conference; “Can Copyright and the First Amendment be Reconciled in the Internet Age? Examining the Effects of Filtering, Takedown Notices, & the Role of Fair Use,” Penn Law Symposium on Copyright and the Internet.

Brian Heller, Esquire
Senior Vice President, Business and Legal Affairs, Ladenburg Thalmann
Mr. Heller, who currently serves as Vice-Chairman of the Board of Directors of LegalArt, is an attorney, art collector and long-standing supporter of the Miami arts community. Mr. Heller’s arts-related speaking engagements include: “Legal Issues for Artists and Arts Organizations,” Dade County Bar Association’s Put Something Back Program and “How to Art Basel,” LegalArt SeminArt.

Register now: legalartprograms@gmail.com

Special thanks to our host Dorsch Gallery

Sarruga Free Street Theater from Barcelona at Miami Beach Convention Center 7/22-25/10

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Giant “Insects” Take Over Miami Beach Convention Center
Sarruga Makes its Florida Premiere with Free Performances
Schedule:
Thursday & Friday, July 22 & 23, 10:30 a.m.: Demonstrations, arts and crafts for the kids
Saturday, July 24, 3:00 p.m.: Performance
Sunday, July 25, 11:00 a.m.: Performance
Miami Beach Convention Center, Hall B, 1800 Washington Avenue
For more information, contact Gary Farmer, cultural affairs program manager, at 305.673.7577, x6745.

What if you woke up one summer day and discovered that the tables had been turned – that you had shrunk to the size of an ant, and towering above you were a giant spider, an enormous praying mantis, and a huge, snapping Venus flytrap? No, it is not another sequel to “Honey, I Shrunk the Kids.”

It is the Florida premiere of Sarruga, Barcelona’s famed street theater group. Spectacular giant insects will cavort in an indoor show filled with music, lights and movement. The City of Miami Beach’s acclaimed Arts in the Parks series moves into the Miami Beach Convention Center for Sarruga’s spectacular “Insects.” This unique, not-to-be-missed entertainment will be held July 22 – 25 in Hall B. The family event is free.

“We’re so excited,” said Max Sklar, Miami Beach’s director of Tourism and Cultural Development. “We had hoped to bring Sarruga for the first Sleepless Night. When we heard they were coming to perform in Chicago’s Millennium Park this summer, we jumped on the chance to present them to the people of South Florida.”

“Insects” is made possible by the City of Miami Beach Department of Tourism and Cultural Development and Arts in the Parks, with Centro Cultural Español, the Bass Museum of Art, and the Catalina Hotel and Beach Club.

Gigantescos “Insectos” Toman Posesión del Centro de Convenciones de Miami Beach
– Sarruga Realiza su Estreno de Florida con Interpretaciones Gratuitas-

Miami Beach, FL — ¿Qué pasaría si usted despertara un día de verano y descubriera que las cosas habían cambiando – que usted se había encogido al tamaño de una hormiguita, y muy por encima de usted se encontraban una araña gigantesca, una mantis religiosa enorme, y un inmenso y mordiente Venus atrapamoscas? No, no es la secuela de “Querida, encogí a los niños”.

Se trata del estreno de Florida de Sarruga, el famoso grupo de teatro de calle de Barcelona. Los espectaculares insectos gigantescos harán de las suyas en un espectáculo lleno de música, luces y movimiento en el interior. La aclamada serie Artes en los Parques de la ciudad de Miami Beach se muda al Centro de Convenciones de Miami Beach para el espectacular show de los “Insectos” de Sarruga. Entretenimiento único, el cual no se debe perder, se presenta del 22 al 25 de julio en el pasillo B y es gratuito.

“Estamos muy contentos”, dijo Max Sklar, director del Departamento de Turismo y Desarrollo Cultural de la ciudad de Miami Beach. “Habíamos esperado traer a Sarruga para el primer evento Noche Insomne (Sleepless Night). Cuando nos enteramos que venían a hacer una interpretación en Millennium Park en Chicago este verano, enseguida tomamos la oportunidad para presentarlos a la gente del Sur de Florida”.

“Insectos” fue hecho posible por Artes en los Parques del Departamento de Turismo y Desarrollo Cultural de la ciudad de Miami Beach, con el Centro Cultural Español, el Bass Museum of Art, y el Catalina Hotel and Beach Club.

Horario:
Jueves y viernes, 10:30 a.m.: Demostraciones y artes para los niños
Sábado, 24 de julio, 3:00 p.m.: Interpretación
Domingo, 25 de julio, 11:00 a.m.: Interpretación
Centro de Convenciones de Miami Beach, Pasillo B, 1800 Washington Avenue

Miami Finance Forum CEO Power Breakfast Discussion on the Healthcare Reconciliation Act at Bankers Club 7/22/10

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The Miami Finance Forum is proud to present our next CEO Power Breakfast.
We invite you to participate in our timely panel discussion on Opportunities Presented by the Healthcare Reconciliation Act of 2010
Please join us Thursday, July 22nd from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM at the Bankers Club where Steven Ullman, professor in Health Care Management and Policy at University of Miami, will be the moderator for our knowledgeable speakers.

We are thrilled to present our panelists:
Penny S. Shaffer, Market President, Blue Cross/Blue Shield South Florida
Michael Levinson, JD/MD, Hogan Lovells US LLP
David R. Friedman, Corporate Vice President and General Counsel, Baptist Health South Florida

Don’t miss this excellent opportunity to meet other financial professionals, hear our well-informed speakers, discuss the topic of the day, and enjoy a full breakfast.

The Bankers Club is located at 1 Biscayne Tower on the 14th floor.
You MUST RSVP to attend this event, since space is limited!
Please contact Elena Djakonova at rsvp@miamifinanceforum.com or call 877-FF-MIAMI / 877-336-4264
Parking is available inside the building!
Admission is complimentary for Miami Finance Forum Members! For our guests, it is $40.00 if paid in advance, and $55.00 if paid at the event.
Become a Miami Finance Forum Member today and enjoy complimentary admission to all MFF events, VIP invitations, and other amenities! Individual Membership is $195.00, Corporate Membership is $295.00, VIP $395.00

European Chambers Summer Networking Happy Hour at Calamari Coconut Grove 7/21/10

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We are pleased to invite you to the upcoming networking event with the European Chambers Of Commerce in Miami along with the Coconut Grove Chamber Of Commerce. The event will be held on Wednesday, July 21st @ Calamari in Coconut Grove, starting at 6:30 pm.
Reservations strongly required. Complimentary
For reservations, please send an email to rsvp@iacc-miami.com by July 19th.

American Nicaraguan Chamber of Commerce Anniversary 7/21/10

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Doral Park Country Club
5001 NW 104th Avenue
Doral, FL 33178
Wednesday, July 21, 2010 at 06:30 PM to 09:30 PM
RSVP at: amnic@protocole.us

The President and the Board of Directors of the American Nicaraguan Chamber of Commerce cordially ask you to join in the celebration of their First Year Anniversary
The Francisco Hernández de Córdoba award, a hallmark of recognition, will be given for the first time at this event by AMNIC for outstanding achievement by a Small Business. Francisco Hernández de Córdoba is considered the founder of Nicaragua.

Meat Market Wine Dinner Series featuring Sunbox Eleven Winery 7/27/10

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Meat Market Wine Dinner Series featuring Sunbox Eleven Winery
Tuesday, July 27, 2010 (7 P.M.-Cocktails/8 P.M.-Dinner Seating)
Meat Market Miami (915 Lincoln Road, South Beach, FL)
$95 Per Person, Plus Tax and Gratuity
seats are limited, so reserve now: (305) 532-0088 or info@meatmarketmiami.com
to rsvp via facebook

Join Sunbox Eleven Winery Owner, Sunny Fraser, and Chef Winemaker Superdave Gordon for a specially designed four-course dinner prepared by Meat Market Executive Chef, Sean Brasel, to pair perfectly with a selection of Sunbox Eleven wines.

winemaker menu
first course: smoked, pan seared jumbo scallops
coconut caviar with griddle corn cake
and hazelnut pesto
paired with 2008 sunbox 11 “the maverick” white rhone blend alder springs vineyard, mendocino

second course: pan seared duck breast paired with
duck confit strudel with fresh cherries and boursin cheese dry cherry chutney and baby frisee salad
paired with 2008 sunbox 11 “the salesman” pinot noir
la encantada vineyard, sta. rita hills

third course: sliced, dry aged new york strip
morel mushroom and plum-parsnip hash
red wine pink peppercorn reduction
paired with 2007 sunbox 11 “the muse” petite sirah
eaglepoint ranch vineyard, mendocino

fourth course: goat cheese – cheesecake with fig chutney rosemary – ginger sand
baked brie with figs and plums
encapsulated mango-red wine caviar
candied walnuts and prailine
paired with 2008 sunbox 11 “the naughty” zinfandel
beatty ranch vineyard, howell mountain
(This magnificent Zinfandel is being presented in Sunbox11’s unique presentation “the vini” as an individual glass of wine presented in a glass tube, protected by argon gas and stelvin enclosure).

guests welcome, so share with friends!
We are a boutique, Miami-based California winery, with very limited production of superior quality wines. Thank you for continuing to follow our food & wine adventures and passing them along to your friends. Your consistent support through loyal listening/reading makes a difference in building our brand. Let us know what we can do to help you?

Unconventional people. Unconventional wine. Follow our dream. Taste our passion.
Taking it to eleven, Chef Superdave & Sunny www.sunboxeleven.com

Left of the Middle Art Exhibit 7/24/10

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Left of the Middle Art Exhibit
July 24, 2010, 6pm-1:30 am
Jakmel Art Gallery
7646 Biscayne Blvd
Miami Fl 33138

The Creative Revolution Presents: Left of the Middle Art Exhibit
Jonathan David Kane
Mychal McLaren
Sophie A. Bonet
James Olwell
Veronica Cabrera
Sterling Rook
Sergio Maciel
Bianca Gonzalez
Jared Dyer

Live Music
Complimentary Food & No Host Bar
Tunes By Dj Lex
Drum Circle After Hours
This event is FREE and it is a benefit for PAPALOKO4KIDS, a non-profit Haiti Relief Organization

Camillus House 50th Anniversary Party featuring Coffee House Gypsies 8/11/10

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Camillus House 50th Anniversary Party featuring Coffee House Gypsies
Tobacco Road, 826 South Miami Ave
All you can eat BBQ rib dinners for just $10.99
Benefits Camillus House
Tickets: $7 Advance, $10 at the door
Email tix@coffeehousegypsies.com

The Coffee House Gypsies & Fernando Perdomo (from Dreaming In Stereo) together in a very special concert to celebrate Camillus House and it’s 50 years of service to Miami

Two of Miami’s local music scene powerhouses, The Coffee House Gypsies and Dreaming In Stereo’s Fernando Perdomo, have teamed up to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Camillus House – the homeless shelter and service center of Miami-Dade County. The show takes place at 9:00 PM on Wednesday, August 11th on the second floor of Miami’s oldest live music venue; the legendary Tobacco Road (located at 626 South Miami Avenue). The program features a rare singer/songwriter-styled performance by Perdomo prior to the acoustic-jamming of The Coffee House Gypsies (with audience participation encouraged). The two performances will then be followed by an open drum circle finale. You must be 21 or older to attend. Second floor doors open at 8:30 PM and admission is $10 at the door. Tickets are on sale for just $7 at www.CoffeeHouseGypsies.com. Jamming with The CHG and drum circle participation is open to the public. Anyone wanting to bring a percussive instrument for participation will be required to have a Jam Pass. Jam Passes cost $3 online at www.CoffeeHouseGypsies.com or $10 at the door. The evening benefits Camillus House and the homeless in Miami.

Camillus House is a registered 501(c)3 Non-profit agency that provides humanitarian services to poor and homeless men, women and children in Miami-Dade County in Southern Florida. Founded in 1960, it is one of the oldest and largest continuously operated charities in South Florida, providing a variety of services (including direct care for homeless individuals, treatment programs and job training for individuals with substance abuse and mental health issues, emergency, transitional, and permanent housing for individuals and families, and healthcare for the homeless and uninsured). Camillus House has grown over the past 50 years from a small overnight shelter into a full service center offering a full “continuum of care” for persons who are poor and homeless.
Every service offered at Camillus is carried out with the deeply held belief that every human being is precious and deserves love, respect, and a chance to live a dignified life. Camillus does much more than offer a free meal, medical care, a shower, or drug treatment. It offers a second chance to the desperate, the lonely, and the ones society has left behind. Many of the clients who come to Camillus House have nowhere else to go. They have no friends, no family, and no loved ones to help them through their times of trouble. Camillus House becomes their family, giving them the hope and support they need to begin the long, difficult transition to a new life and self-sufficiency.

About The Coffee House Gypsies: Both The New Times and The Miami Herald compared the music of The Coffee House Gypsies to the likes of Fleetwood Mac and The Mamas and The Papas. The band has performed all over Florida and in New York, and has won several awards including one South Florida QOOL Shows Award and several STATUS QuO Awards. They’ve worked with names like Dorian Reyes of Pangea and Kevin Michaels of Billboard. Songs from their latest release, The Artist, can be heard playing South, on Clear Channel Communication stations in the Florida Keys, and as far North as WYEP in Pittsburgh. The band is preparing to release a new album fall of 2010 and invites everyone to visit them at www.CoffeeHouseGypsies.com.

About Fernando Perdomo: GrungeKat Magazine called him “the anti-midi” and The New Times referred to him as a “local guitar virtuoso.” Everyone agrees, this guitar slinging frontman is a musical genius. Having worked with names like Emilio Estefan, Cristian Castro, Jorge Moreno, MIKA, and Randy Barlow, Fernando Perdomo established himself early as a force to be reckoned with. His most recent releases include “Dreaming In Stereo” which sported local favorites like “Steal This Song” and “I’m not going to move to L.A.” and his recent collaboration with 70’s kid, Victor Kinglsey, “Fake Smiles.” Perdomo’s releases sell out faster than he can get them recorded and his collaborations are always superb. Visit him on mySpace at www.myspace.com/fernandoperdomo.

Free Sunset Cruise featuring The Coffee House Gypsies 8/7/10

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Free Sunset Cruise featuring The Coffee House Gypsies
Saturday, August 7 at 5pm
Pontunes Waterfront Tiki Bar
107690 Overseas Hwy, Key Largo
An alt-rock jam concert family friendly event
To reserve your free sunset cruise aboard the Queen Anne’s Revenge II pirate ship, call 305-393-5593
You must arrive by 5pm

The award-winning band, The Coffee House Gypsies, returns to the Florida Keys once again for another waterside concert. This time the band is performing as part of The 2010 Key Largo Food & Wine Festival, where Chef Stephan Stoltze will serve exquisite meals with a waterfront view. It all takes place on Saturday, Aug 7th. The hosting venue for The CHG’s alterna-pop-rock concert is “PONTUNES Tiki Bar & Grill and Marina”, located on Mile Marker 108 (Jewfish Creek) in Key Largo. The show starts at 5:00 PM and will last until 9:00 PM. There is no admission and all ages are welcome to attend.

As part of The 2010 Key Largo Food & Wine Festival, the evening features Chef Stephan Stoltze’s special; a delicious Two Course Dinner paired with fine wine for just $37. The Fleetwood Mac-like band will perform a concert of original songs and beloved covers for diners at the soire’. Afterward, PONTUNES is offering a free sunset cruise around Largo (aboard The Queen Anne’s Revenge II ship). The cruise is free for anyone with a reservation at the event. Reservations should be made in advance by phone at 305-393-5593.

About the band: Both The New Times and The Miami Herald compared the music of The Coffee House Gypsies to the likes of Fleetwood Mac and The Mamas and The Papas. The band has won several awards, including one South Florida QOOL Shows Award and several STATUS QuO Awards. Songs from their latest release can be heard playing on Clear Channel’s WKEZ’s Acoustic Key Sundays (96.9 in the upper keys and 93.5 in the lower keys). The band is preparing to release a new album this fall in 2010.

The band invites everyone to check them out online at www.CoffeeHouseGypsies.com where visitors can listen to songs, download free music, and watch live footage from past concerts.

For more information about this event please call 305-393-5593 or visit www.Pontunes.com.

Betsey Johnson Showcase: Mondrian One Year Anniversary 7/18/10

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This Sunday, you are invited to the One Year Anniversary of MONDRIAN SUNDAYS.
Join us for a great party.
Honoring Miami Swim Week 2010 with a Fashion Show by BETSEY JOHNSON Resort & Swimwear.
Complimentary Leblon Cocktails- 12pm-2pm.
Special Sunday Brunch at Asia De Cuba 12 to 4 pm.
For Brunch, VIP tables , Cabana Reservations call 305.244.8322.

Photographs of Funkshion presents Inca at Setai on 7/16/10

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Funkshion presents Inca at The Setai on Friday, July 16, 2010.  Inca is a sophisticated luxury swim wear and elegant resort wear collection.

This was not your typical fashion show, they had drummers and dancers out on the runway with the models.  The models were dancing while modeling the beautiful swimwear.  They also had a fire dancer, I love fire dancers, I enjoyed this show very much.

Photographs of Mercedes Benz Fashion Week at The Raleigh Hotel on 7/16/10

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Mercedes Benz Fashion Week at The Raleigh Hotel on Friday, July 16, 2010. The first fashion show we attended was Dolores Cortes Fashion Show at the Pool Deck of the Raleigh Hotel.  The second fashion show we attended was the debut of Swell Suits Miami 2011 an all male swim wear show  featuring the exclusive Spring/Summer swimwear collections of designers Naila, Olasul and parke & ronen.   The third fashion show was Ed Hardy.

Glamorous Mad Men Mondays Mayfair Hotel Coconut Grove 7/19/10

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The Glamour Cocktail Hour Is Back In The Grove
Mad Men Mondays
@ Mayfair Hotel Lobby Bar
Coconut Grove
Roll back to a true 60s Happy Hour EVERY MONDAY from 5:30 to 7:30 pm
Classic Martinis, Tom Collins, Harvey Wallbangers and other 60s drinks- $3.50!
(plus a little networking, Mad Men style)
Mad Dinner: 3 course prix fixe $21! -see menu below

Mayfair Lobby Bar @ Mayfair Hotel & Spa | 3000 Florida Avenue Coconut Grove, FL 33133 | 305 445 8177

Mad Men Mondays Prix-Fixe Menu

1st Course Choice of House Salad or Caesar Salad

2nd Course Choice of Classic Burger | Filet Mignon with Au Jus | Grilled Salmon in Yellow Pepper Vinaigrette | Herb Roasted Chicken

3rd Course Choice of Caramel Cheesecake or Key Lime Pie

$20.99 per person (9% tax and service charge not included)

Champion Sound One-Year Anniversary Special Guest Dj Daz-I-Kue 7/21/10

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Wednesday, July 21st @ The Electric Pickle
CHAMPION SOUND —– ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY
Special Guest
DAZ-I-KUE (Atlanta/ London, Bugz in the Attic)

w/ DJs..
Lumin
A-Train
Sire Esq.
Mr.Brown
Manuvers

Hosted By:
Saraswati & Aquabooty

Drink Specials
2-4-1 Drinks from 9-11p
$5 Cocktail All Night
$5 Entry
.more info and goodies

Supported By:
Public Wizard
Frank 151
Wax Poetics
ATC
Soul of Miami

Get Some Bass In You Face Upstairs
w/ [SMUT+BASS] Presents FIN DU MONDE Ω Electronica & Dubstep

Daz-I-Kue a Londoner now Atlantan resident and a member of the world respected production crew Bugz In The Attic, who have remixed the likes of Macy Gray, Soul II Soul and 4 Hero, seen widely as one of the pioneers broken beat genre. A vinyl junky from the age of 5, he’s a dj, producer, sound engineer and promoter, widely seen as the hardest working man in West London and now Atlanta, GA his new home

A Taste for Habitat at Nikki Beach 7/17/10

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A Taste for Habitat
Saturday, July 17, 2010, 7:30 PM
Nikki Beach
One Ocean Drive, Miami Beach
Facebook page.
This is a wine tasting event. Tasting is organized in teams of 2-3 people and each team is required to bring 3 identical bottles of California Red Wine to participate. Be prepared with a fun team-name and designated driver. All those who arrive after registration closes at 8:30 PM can donate, but will not be allowed to participate in the event. Get there early!!
$10 donation at the door
RSVP: hyp@miamihabitat.org

Just The Funny Theatre A Night Out With Your Ex 7/23/10

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Just The Funny Theatre will be hosting a stand-up comedy show on July 23, 2010 at 9 p.m. entitled, “A Night Out With Your Ex” (a Nanerbot Production) featuring the best and brightest of the Miami comedy scene. It will be a compilation of comedians from different backgrounds and styles, many of which are from reputable theatres and comedy clubs including The Second City in Chicago and The Miami, Hollywood and Ft. Lauderdale Improvs.

Photographs of the Opening of Surf Up at The Webster on 7/15/10

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Surfs Up! at The Webster on Thursday, July 15, 2010.  The Webster is the American flagship retail culture collection created by the brilliant retail, design and fashion team behind Paris’ Colette.  This was a sneak peek at the Surfrider Foundation collaboration… “Surf the Webster”  A curated space inside the Webster debuting hand-chosen pieces from exclusive surf inspired gear, ready-to-wear, accessories, art, and boards from Daniel Fuller, Lisa Marie Fernandez, Tori Praver, Saturdays, Basta, Sundeck, Ted Shred, Orlebar Brown, Feal Mor, and much more, with a portion of the proceeds benefiting the Surfrider Foundation.

Go Red for Women 7/16/10

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Friday, July 16th 2010
Mokai Friday presents the “GO RED EVENT” for The American Heart Association. Hosted by Brian Long, Todd Corder, Jason Odio, Gaudi Castro and Lyndon Smith. $10 donation at the door from 11pm-Midnight with complimentary red vodka cocktails. Proceeds donated to The American Heart Association: GO RED. Featuring the best in open format mixing from resident DJ Konflikt.
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Drago Milic presents Dog Days of Summer Opening Reception 7/17/10

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Drago Milic presents “Dog Days of Summer”
Opening Reception: Saturday, July 17, 7-11pm

Open to the public Benefits Bulldog Rescue

The beautiful oil paintings of artist Drago Milic will be on display at the Gallery 101.

Bring your doggies in their best outfit!
A prize will be given to the best dressed.

Join us for an evening of fun & surprises
with beverages and hors d’ ouevres served.

Location: Gallery 101
501 N. Andrews Ave.
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

Show runs from July 17 – July 30, 2010.
Gallery 101 is located just 5 blocks north of Broward Blvd. on Andrews Avenue.Lot of neighborhood parking and also dedicated parking lot available!
GALLERY 101 I 501 N. Andrews Ave. I Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
(954) 882-1861 www.thegallery101.net

Summer Specials at City Oyster and Sushi Bar Happy hour and 1/2 priced entrees

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City Oyster & Sushi Bar
213 E. Atlantic Ave, Delray Beach, FL 33444
561.272.0220
www.CityOysterDelray.com
Downtown Delray’s favorite neighborhood joint, City Oyster & Sushi Bar, is celebrating the summer with two sizzling offers that are available seven-days-a-week. From 4-7pm guests are invited to enjoy Happy Hour featuring a 2 for 1 deal on ALL drinks (wine, craft beer, top-shelf liquor, martinis) and a selection of half-priced appetizers including Jumbo Crab & Spinach Dip $5, Salt n’ Pepper rock Shrimp $6, Pizzetta with Roasted Peppers, Artichoke, Pesto, Goat Cheese and Arugula $5 (bar only).

For guests that want to indulge in a full dinner, purchase one entrée and receive the second at 50% off with their Summer Sundown Special. Available from 5-6:30pm, it includes the entire menu of entrées from the Chilean Sea Bass with Saffron Boullabaisse Sauce, Crostini and Swiss Chard to the Lobster Risotto with Mussels. *It may not be combined with other offer and the discount is taken on the lesser valued entrée.

New Bubbles Beer and Beats happy hour at Essensia kicks-off 7/22/10

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Essensia has added a new B to their Thursday happy hour… ‘Bubbles, Beer & Beats’!

This weekly social introduces the new specials starting next week on July 22nd.
Every Thursday from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Essensia Lounge @ The Palms Hotel & Spa
3025 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33140

Beer is the new B in BUBBLES, BEER & BEATS THURSDAYS at The Palms Hotel & Spa
Essensia Lounge adds new ½ off specials and a new time to its weekly happy hour

Beginning July 22nd, The Palms Hotel & Spa invites guests to join them for its new Bubbles, Beer & Beats Thursdays now featuring ½ off Roederer Champagne ($7 instead of $14), ½ off Stella Artois beer ($3.50 instead of $7) and ½ off its new lounge & restaurant appetizers, combined with live entertainment by local acts playing a range of upbeat world music. This weekly Happy Hour social takes place every Thursday night, now at a new time, from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at the Essensia Lounge.

Half-off appetizer highlights include Executive Frank Jeannetti’s signature Asian Chicken Salad Wraps ($6 instead of $12), Baked Goat Cheese Stuffed Artichoke Bottoms Stuffed with Mint & Basil Infused Goat Cheese ($7 instead of $14), Harissa Shrimp Tempura ($9.50 instead of $19), Mandarin Duck Salad ($6 instead of $12), Five Spiced Charred & Chilled Domestic Lamb Loin ($7 instead of $14), Grilled Giant Prawns with Mango Rice ($9 instead of $18), and much more.

Valet parking is $9.00 for Bubbles, Beer & Beats guests and complimentary if combined with full dinner at Essensia.

Essensia Restaurant & Lounge awakens the senses with natural gourmet cuisine, natural signature cocktails and an eco-friendly wine list in a sensuous and relaxing ambiance. The menus offer patrons a tasteful and wholesome variety of fresh and light worldly fare with a genuine focus on utilizing local, organic, and seasonal ingredients, and a wide selection of low calorie Spa selections. Essensia’s exclusive wine list is committed to being highly sustainable, organic or biodynamic and has been selected for sharing Essensia’s mission to be good for you and the environment. Essensia is open 7 days per week for breakfast, lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch. For restaurant reservations, please call 305.908.5458.

Forward Motion Records Kickoff 7/20/10

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Forward Motion Records Kickoff
7/20/2010, 8-1
Van Dyke Cafe
846 Lincoln Road
miami beach fl 33139
www.thevandyke.com

Fernando Perdomo CEO
Forwardmotionrecords.com
Fernandoperdomo@gmail.com
Forward Motion Records Kickoff Party featuring Grammy award winner Jorge Moreno, The Westar, Dreaming in Stereo and more

On Tuesday, July 20th 2010. Van Dyke Cafe presents the kickoff party for Forward Motion Records. This will also serve as a release party for Jorge Moreno’s new single “Thank You” released worldwide on the same day. Also performing are Omine, Jill Hartmann, Dreaming in Stereo, and The Westar. Van Dyke Cafe is located at 846 Lincoln Road in Miami Beach. Show starts promptly at 8pm and is free .

For information: Forwardmotionrecords.com or
Contact: forwardmotionrecordsinc@gmail.com

Photographs by Anthony Jordon of Splashion 2010 Swimwear Fashion Show at LIV on 7/14/10

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Here are some additional photographs byAnthony Jordon of the Splashion 2010 Swimwear Fashion Show at LIV Nightclub in the Fontainebleau Miami Beach on Wednesday, July 14, 2010. Miami magazine hosted the 3rd annual Splashion Summer Swimwear and Beauty Event.   We enjoyed a sultry runway show featuring the season’s hottest looks and essentials including BECCA by Rebecca Virtue, Betsey Johnson Swim Wear, La Martina and Supima Cotton. If that’s not enough, we indulged our skin at the Beauty Bar where experts from PHYTO haircare, Elemis Spa, Lancome and Miami Dermatology & Laser Institute offered luxe products and mini-treatments.  Complimentary Cointreau-politans and Stella Artois Beer were served.

Photographs taken by Anthony Jordon to see more of his work go to his facebook page, click here.

Photographs of Splashion 2010 Swimwear Fashion Show at LIV on 7/14/10

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Splashion 2010 Swimwear Fashion Show at LIV Nightclub in the Fontainebleau Miami Beach on Wednesday, July 14, 2010. Miami magazine hosted the 3rd annual Splashion Summer Swimwear and Beauty Event.   We enjoyed a sultry runway show featuring the season’s hottest looks and essentials including BECCA by Rebecca Virtue, Betsey Johnson Swim Wear, La Martina and Supima Cotton. If that’s not enough, we indulged our skin at the Beauty Bar where experts from PHYTO haircare, Elemis Spa, Lancome and Miami Dermatology & Laser Institute offered luxe products and mini-treatments.  Complimentary Cointreau-politans and Stella Artois Beer were served.

CoupTessa.com Announces Launch of Couponing Services and Tessa’s Dream Team in Miami 7/16/10

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daily deals for women in Miami

CoupTessa.com Announces Launch of Couponing Services and “Tessa’s Dream Team” in Miami

SIGN UP HERE NOW!

CoupTessa.com, the newest online couponing site and social media platform for women, announces both the launch of their services, as well as, the kickoff of their own panel of experts so appropriately named, “Tessa’s Dream Team” this Friday, July 16, 2010.

Both announcements are reinforced by CoupTessa.com’s daily deals for women of 50%-90% off and the site’s donations of $1 per daily indulgence purchased to CoupTessa.com’s recent partner Susan G. Komen for the Cure Miami/ Ft. Lauderdale.

Savings savvy gals in Miami may now revel in the notion of accessing the “holy grail” of online indulgence resources. CoupTessa.com is partnering with the revered fashion stylists at Cutler Salon-Miami to offer a three- day deal. The special, which will run from Friday to Sunday, comprises a host of posh services usually reserved for the glitterati.

Tessa, the animated hostess for CoupTessa.com, assembled a nonpareil team of expert panelists including stylists, makeup artists, yoga masters and the like, to give her subscribers exclusive tips on all issues regarding health and beauty. Emily Thomas, the Director of Cutler Salon- Miami, is the first expert who will share her hair know-how with the members of CoupTessa.com. Tessa will interview a different aficionado from “Tessa’s Dream Team” each day.

CoupTessa.com utilizes various social media platforms to cultivate a movement of women enlivened by the prospect of daily self-indulgence. Deals of 40% or less are mere afterthoughts as discount mavens use their savoir fair to procure daily deals at 50% to 90% off at highly desirable venues. Services previously deemed too expensive, will now be accessible to all women and even those services already being utilized daily will become all the more attractive to our chic sophisticate.

“The tough economic climate has proven a powerful motivator in consumers seeking the most value for their money. We see social media platforms, such as CoupTessa.com, as an incredibly effective vehicle for women to find the best deals in their area, while engaging with other likeminded women in their own communities in an effort to exchange information and tips on the services and issues most important to them,” explains brpr Group Creative Director Gerard Bush.

Coveted daily indulgences supplemented with the awe-inspiring “Tessa’s Dream Team” along with charity culminates into the only plausible conclusion- a society empowered by the buying prowess of women exercising their right to not only have it all, but to also communicate on a site styled to promote every aspect of what it means to be a real woman.

In order to participate in this self-fulfilling three-day inauguration this Friday, July 16 and every future daily indulgence, subscribe to CoupTessa.com.

For more information about CoupTessa visit: www.couptessa.com
For more information about Cutler Salon-Miami visit: www.cutlersalon.com
For more information about Susan G. Komen for the Cure Miami/ Ft. Lauderdale visit: www.komenmiaftl.org
For more information about The brpr Group visit: www.brprgroup.com

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Stay Healthy Stay in Business 7/29/10

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You are cordially invited to
Stay Healthy | Stay in Business
COCKTAIL NETWORKING EVENT

Thursday, July 29, 2010
7:00 – 10:00 PM

The Sports Club / LA
Four Seasons Tower
1441 Brickell Avenue, 4th Floor
Miami, FL 33131

Complimentary Hors D’ Oeuvres and Healthy Cocktails

Raffles will be conducted throughout the evening

Special valet parking price

Business Attire

Please RSVP
RSVP Required

After Party to follow at Novecento Brickell

For more information call 305.418.9494

Miami Birthday Celebration 7/28/10

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DWNTWN Event

Miami’s Birthday Celebration – July 28, 2010
@ American Airlines Arena
Buy Tickets Now!

Please join Mayor Tomas Regalado in celebrating the City of Miami’s 114th Birthday on Thursday July 28th, 2010 at 6:00 p.m. at the American Airlines Arena.

This will be a great event in DWNTWN Miami celebrating all that our City has to offer.

Guests will enjoy an evening of food tastings from 20 top restaurants, Grey Goose premium open bars, live entertainment by Suenalo! and DJ Le Spam and all guests will receive a complimentary poster featuring the original artwork of Stephen Gamson created for this special event…all this and much more for just $25.00 per person and 100% of the proceeds will go to help local organizations like Downtown Miami Partnership.

When purchasing your tickets please make sure to pick Downtown Miami Partnership as the entity to benefit from your ticket purchase.

Tickets can be purchased at http://aaarena.com/index.php?page=eventdetails&eventID=2551

Opening Reception for the Annual juried faculty exhibition by Miami International University of Art and Design 7/28/10

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IX Annual Faculty Exhibition 2010

Opening Reception for the Annual juried faculty exhibition featuring multimedia works by University faculty.
Opening Reception is Wednesday, July 28th from 5pm – 9pm
Exhibition opens July 22 and runs through August 13
Main Gallery of Miami International University of Art & Design, 1501 Biscayne Blvd. Miami, Fl 33132
A group art exhibit featuring the creative works of University faculty
Gallery reception is open to the public at no cost

Metered parking is available on the street as well in the Omni Garage for $12.00 per hour.

Miami International University of Art & Design is located near the heart of the arts district offering degree programs in Fashion Design, Fashion Merchandising, Accessory Design, Visual & Entertainment Arts, Photography, Interior Design, Graphic Design, Visual Effects & Motion Graphics, Computer Animation, Audio Production, and Film & Digital Production. We also offer Master of Fine Arts degree programs in Interior Design, Film, Graphic Design and Visual Arts. For more information on Miami International University of Art & Design, visit us at www.mymiu.edu.

Miami International University of Art & Design is one of The Art Institutes (www.artinstitutes.edu), a system of over 45 education institutions located throughout North America, providing an important source of design, media arts, visual arts, fashion and culinary arts professionals.

PlayDate Miami at Newport Beachside Hotel and Resort 7/16/10

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Yes, the Miami Heat is on fire with the Dream Team trio…but we’re talking about a different kind of Heat. This Friday, July 16th PlayDate Miami will be bringing that HEAT, but the AC will be on blast!!!

Friday, July 16, 2010 10pm-2am
Newport Beachside Hotel & Resort
(upstairs ballroom)
16701 Collins Avenue
Sunny Isles, FL

Who: Singles, couples, groups…EVERYBODY
What: Drink specials, music, great people, and GAMES!
Why: Because if you wanna have FUN you gotta PLAY!
Cost: $10 (21 and up)
Info Contact: 404.437.0078
Email: PlayDateMiami@gmail.com

Pre-purchase tickets online for $10

You heard about the launch of PlayDate Miami last month. If you missed it, you definitely have to experience PlayDate Miami yourself. If you were there, see you again for the return of PlayDate Miami on Friday, July 16th.
What is PlayDate?
It’s an alternative to the typical night out. PlayDate provides a fun and exciting atmosphere where you can enjoy good food & cocktails, listen to a variety of music, socialize, and meet great people all while playing games. ALL KINDS OF GAMES- from Poker to Chess, Twister to UNO, Monopoly to Taboo, Hungry Hungry Hippos to Rock ‘Em Sock ‘Em Robots, and EVERYTHING in between! We even feature nostalgic favorites like Pac-Man and PlayDate Signature games like Musical Chairs, Simon Says, and Hula Hoops.
HERE’S WHAT TO EXPECT AT PLAYDATE MIAMI JULY 16TH:
1) Much larger ballroom with over 6,500sq ft of space so that you have more than enough room to play games.
2) Lots more of your favorite games including Taboo, Uno, Jenga, Connect 4, and even a Nintendo Wii station.
3) A system to ensure that everyone gets a chance to play their favorite games without having to wait long for your turn.
4) 2 additional bars
5) Waitress staff so that you can place drinks orders while playing games without the need to get up & order at the bar.
6) The hotel will also ensure that their bar also accepts credit cards instead of cash only.

Pre-purchase tickets online for $10 at www.PlayDateMiami.com

Miguel Paredes Gallery Grand Opening during 2nd Saturday Art Walk in Wynwood 8/14/10

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Miguel Paredes Gallery Grand Opening (2nd Saturday Art Walk/Wynwood)
August 14th 2010, 8pm to 11pm
Miguel Paredes Fine Arts Studio
2311 NW 2ND AVE
Miami, FL 33127 (Wynwood)
www.miguelparedes.com
Guests should confirm their attendance by emailing: RSVP@miguelparedes.com

After-party at Florida Room inside South Beach’s Delano hotel
Begins at 11 p.m.
Guests must RSVP to LoveCat at lovecatllc@gmail.com

Local artist Miguel Paredes opens solo gallery space in the Wynwood Arts District in August
Pop artist & urban impressionist exhibits previous and new art collections at Paredes Fine Arts Studio

Celebrated local pop and multi-media artist, sculptor and urban impressionist, Miguel Paredes, will continue making his mark in the Wynwood Arts District with the opening of his first solo gallery Paredes Fine Arts Studio on Saturday, August 14, 2010 during the bourgeoning neighborhood’s monthly “2nd Saturdays Art Walk.” Paredes is scheduled to be present on opening night and be part of the gallery’s cocktail reception at 8 p.m. – open to the public! Guests should confirm their attendance by emailing: RSVP@miguelparedes.com

This marks Paredes’ third stop on his ongoing art tour leading up to Art Basel Miami Beach at the end of this year. The artist has shows scheduled in Seoul, KR; Los Angeles, CA; Boston, MA and New York, NY throughout the next few months. All guests are also invited to attend Paredes’ official after-party at Florida Room located inside South Beach’s Delano hotel. After-party event begins at 11 p.m. and guests must RSVP to LoveCat at lovecatllc@gmail.com

Paredes was born in New York and is of a Latin American descent. He is an artist who combines the exhilarating sense of New York City’s graffiti art with the skill and perceptiveness of a true exceptional artist. Growing up 72nd Street in the Upper West Side of Manhattan, Paredes exuded early signs of artistic ability and accepted an invitation to New York City’s prestigious Fiorello La Guardia High School of Music and Art – immortalized in the musical and movie Fame – in the early 1980s. His studies at Fiorello coincided with the explosion of street culture in the city. Paredes drew inspiration from notorious pop artists like Andy Warhol and Keith Haring and plunged into the world of graffiti and pop art taking the name “Mist” as his moniker.

Another influential figure in Paredes’ artistic career is his mentor Ronnie Cutrone. Cutrone was Andy Warhol’s immediate assistant at the Factory during the notorious pop artist’s most productive and prestigious years. To Paredes, his mentor’s paintings are the essence of pop: colorful, lively and highly accessible. Cutrone’s constant use of bright and fluorescent colors not only influenced Warhol’s return to such hues, but shaped Paredes’ color palette choices as well. Paredes’ piece “Ronnie is that you?” pays homage to Cutrone and features one of Paredes’ sons painted on a vintage Mickey Mouse bed cover. The child represents the artist looking for Ronnie.

In the late 80s, Paredes left New York to come to then burgeoning Miami Beach, FL. in search of new inspiration. He fell in love with the city and immediately submerged himself in its thriving art community. Almost 20 years later, Paredes remains a Miami resident and has established himself as a respected artist. In addition, he is owner and CEO of one of the most successful printing companies in the U.S., PK Graphics, and is happily married with three children which are his most current muses.

At Paredes Fine Arts Studio, the artist will exhibit select pieces and sculptures from collections such as Boroughs, Digital Art, Pop Collages, Urban Dreams and Los Niños.

With Los Niños Paredes has taken what he calls “the best masterpieces I have ever created in my life,” his children, and made them the subjects for his revealing drama about the timeless hopes of all parents and the resolutions needed to face the unknown battles of the future. The entire experience of these paintings is shockingly honest, risky and flies in the face of three decades of neo-Pop and post-modern ideas that no image is truer or deeper than the next. Paredes will unveil new works entitled “Guadalupe,” “Happy Buddha,” “Clowning 2” and a new 3D piece named “Tagger.”

In his Boroughs cycle of paintings, Paredes provides the viewer with the four compass points of his childhood: Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens and the Bronx. With white line work on the blackened surfaces, hints of colors glowing like bright neon lights, the paintings register as semi-familiar images, inverted in places, but clearly conveying the darkness of a humid city night.

Paredes’ Pop Collages paintings are neither illusions of psychological insight nor about the first impressions so many abstract constructions rely on. Instead, the artist’s roots in urban graffiti give him a special facility with collage work. He uses an overlapping technique as another way to express his belief that things are much more beautiful and energetic than we think.

In the artist’s Urban Dreams series, Paredes explores the parallel spectrums of color and tone and modifies the urban landscape, while combining photographic realism with the rich graphic elements of floating vines, flowers and leaves. Paredes animates New York’s brownstone crayons by darkening the darkest corners, layering one vanishing point across the other, squeezing streets and alleys into exaggerated vertical tunnels, and balancing brick, grit and white space into an ambiguous and deceptive surface.

Paredes’ latest series Digital Art showcases his most recent invention, Pulgha, and its colorful world of Birds, Geishas and puckish, child-like tricksters. Paredes’ admiration of Japanese anime is apparent in this collection, however, the artist’s imaginative hands re-create this specific language and re-enchant the original concerns – all through his Latin and urban sense of digital mysticism and narration. Pulgha means flea in Spanish, but there is nothing small or itchy about this rebellious character. Instead, Pulgha and Co. are creative emissaries, seeding innovation, luring younger generations of anonymous house-bound gamers and online exiles out into a public world of human interaction and community. Paredes donated one of his latest pieces “Pulgha World” and created a mural in the Wynwood Arts District near his new gallery.

Paredes Fine Arts Studio is located at 2399 NW 2nd Ave. Miami, FL. 33127. For more information, please visit www.miguelparedes.com.

Pearl Sundays At Club O1 7/18/10

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Pearl Sundays At Club O1
From 7 18 2010 To 7 19 2010, From 11 pm to 5 am
Club O1
One Ocean Drive
Miami beach Florida 33139
305 538 1111
www.clubo1.com
Every Sundays From 11PM To 5 AM Club O1 brings back the classic Pearl Sundays! . This week features DJ Joe Dert . For more information or to book your reservation call 305.538.1111 For table and bottle reservations: reservation@clubo1.com

Dancing In Miami At Nikki Music Every Sundays Night 7/18/10

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Dancing In Miami At Nikki Music Every Sundays Night
From 7 18 2010 To 7 19 2010, From 7 pm to 5 am
Nikki Beach Miami
One ocean Drive
Miami Beach Florida 33139
www.nikkibeach.com
Every Sunday Night From 7pm to 5am Our most recent addition, Nikki Music, is our weekly Sunday night party providing you with the freshest tracks and entertainment. This week line up features Special Guest DJ COCODRILLS , and Residents DJ Armand Pena and Felipe Kaval. For more information or to book your reservation call 305.538.1111 For reservations table and bottle reservations: viptables@nikkibeach.com

Saturdays Night At Club O1 7/17/10

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Saturdays Night At Club O1
From 7 17 2010 To 7 18 2010, From 11 pm to 5 am
Club O1
One Ocean Drive
Miami Beach Florida 33139
www.clubo1.com
Join Us Saturday July 17 2010 At Club 01 From 11 pm to 5 am. sounds by DJ Miguel G . For VIP Tables please contact viptables.miami@nikkibeach.com

Miami Style Lounge at The Gansevoort 8/19/10

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Miami Style Lounge
August 19, 2010, 6pm-11pm
The Gansevoort
2377 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33139
www.BeautyChronicles.com
The exclusive Fashion & Shopping event, enjoy complimentary cocktails, fabulous appetizers, sweet treats while shopping local & national designers, boutiques, & beauty products. Enjoy great sounds from the legendary mix master DJ Anthony Pisano while taking in the fabulous fashions from the love fashion shows.

Lights Camera Absinthe at La Fee Verte 7/17/10

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Lights, Camera…Absinthe at La Fee Verte
South Florida’s first tease burlesque and absinthe club celebrates the arrival of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Swim

On Saturday, July 17 at 11 p.m. La Fee Verte and Belle & Company host “LIGHTS, CAMERA…ABSINTHE” a soirée honoring top fashion industry photographers and professionals. Acclaimed, stylish shutterbugs such as Antoine Verglas, Greg Lotus, Beth Studenberg, Ben Shaul, Danny Cardozo, Billy Coleman, Dania Graibe and Navid will host the evening along with top agent Carole Ann Belle. Guests will enjoy complimentary cocktails from 11 p.m. to midnight courtesy of fenom Modern Absinthe and Van Gogh Blue Vodka and groove to the sounds of DJ Troy Kurtz. A special burlesque show by performer Nicole Soden and the club’s Madames du Mischief is set to tantalize the crowds at midnight. To attend this event, guests must to RSVP to info@belleandcompany.com

For more information, please visit:
Belle & Company; Antoine Verglas; Greg Lotus;
Beth Studenberg; Ben Shaul; Danny Cardozo; Dania Graibe; Navid and Paul Perdomo

About La Fee Verte:
La Fee Verte is South Florida’s first and only tease burlesque and absinthe club. Its décor and ambiance are designed and meant to arouse the senses and seduce the crowds. La Fee Verte’s eye candy is served at midnight with tease burlesque shows and contortionists taking place every 20 minutes until 3 a.m. Guests can also enjoy the club’s 16 different types of absinthe and 20 custom absinthe-based signature cocktails. A membership or RSVP is necessary for entry.

La Fee Verte is located at 912 71st Street (NoBe North Beach) and is open Fridays and Saturdays 11:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. For a membership invitation, please email the owners at info@clublafeeverte.com.

Collections on a Dance Floor at La Fee Verte 7/16/10

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Collections on a Dance Floor
South Florida’s first tease burlesque and absinthe club celebrates the arrival of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Swim

On Friday, July 16 at 11 p.m. La Fee Verte unveils “Collections on a Dance Floor” a fashion presentation showcasing KRELesque’s resort collection with accessories by Mixon and Rella and styling by Jessica Bosch. Guests will enjoy complimentary cocktails from 11 p.m. to midnight and dance the night away to the beats of South Florida’s latest DJ duo Ess & Emm (Sasha Lauzon and Michelle Leshem, Canadian-Miamian transplants). A special burlesque show by performer Nicole Soden and the club’s Madames du Mischief is set to tantalize the crowds at midnight. To attend this event, guests must to RSVP to rsvp@krelwear.com

KRELwear

La Fee Verte is South Florida’s first and only tease burlesque and absinthe club. Its décor and ambiance are designed and meant to arouse the senses and seduce the crowds. La Fee Verte’s eye candy is served at midnight with tease burlesque shows and contortionists taking place every 20 minutes until 3 a.m. Guests can also enjoy the club’s 16 different types of absinthe and 20 custom absinthe-based signature cocktails. A membership or RSVP is necessary for entry.

La Fee Verte is located at 912 71st Street (NoBe North Beach) and is open Fridays and Saturdays 11:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. For a membership invitation, please email the owners at info@clublafeeverte.com.

Photographs of Funkshion Cosmopolitans Summer Splash at The Setai on 7/14/10

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Funkshion Swim Wear Fashion Week presents Cosmopolitan’s Summer Splash at The Setai on Wednesday, July 14, 2010.   The master of ceremonies were Telemundo’s Azucena Cierco and Quique Usales.  The runway showcased the summer’s must-have items for every fashionista ranging from Ashley Paige, Charlie by Matthew Zink, Iemanjá Swimwear, Seduce, Sergio Rossi, Hublot Watches and Eva by Eva Longoria perfume, to K-Mart and Sears. Presenting sponsors CoverGirl and Pantene completed each look with heat and humidity-friendly make up and hair, respectively.

SEXXY POP by Richie Rich and Pachi Lake Swimwear Fashion Show 7/14/10

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•.♥.•* SEXXY POP*•.♥.• by Richie Rich and Pachi Lake Swimwear Fashion Show
July 14 2010, 6 pm
Betsy Hotel
1440 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach Florida 33139
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Join us for Music, Cocktails and an extraordinary Swimwear Fashion Show

•.♥.•”SEXXY POP”•.♥.•

Hosted By Pachi and Richie Rich

Complimentary cocktail from 7-8 pm..
Courtesy of LEBLON Caipirinhas

Giveaways: Great gift bags with goodies from “Cohen Optical, Richie Rich make up,
Glam, Pachi Boutique and more…

VIP Bottle table available, Wed, July 14th 2010 Starting at 6:00 pm
RSVP 305 244 8322 Ana Isabel
rsvp@vipembassy.com

IS GOING TO BE A GREAT AND FUN NIGHT…

and after follow us to celebrate BASTILLE DAY at VITA :)

PsychoRAMA at Bar 7/15/10

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Thursday July 15 at BAR
P S Y C H O R A M A
Just because you didn’t see it, doesn’t mean it won’t effect you.
Featuring an especially confounding video premier of THIRD ORBIT, a short film produced &
directed by hometown street artists 131 Projects , with music by Egg Foo Young, aka Michna.
With resident OVERTHROW djs
BAR • 28 NE 14th St • Dwntwn Miami • Doors open at 11pm

ZYNC from American Express presents Swim and Style 7/18/10

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Join us this Sunday for Swim & Style at The Raleigh

Zync from American Express presents Swim & Style
At Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Swim

Come enjoy a day at the pool with music and a special performance
Guests can make an appointment for a private, swimwear stylist session with Nic del Mar, Daily Candy’s “Sweetest Things” Fashion Boutique Winner

RSVP to attend and request a time for your session. Two reservations per RSVP.

Sunday, July 18th 11 AM – 4 PM
RSVP by July 16th to swimandstyle@imgworld.com

The Raleigh, 1775 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach
Rain or Shine, you must be 21 or older to attend.

Doing Business In Miami VI at Mia Biscayne 7/21/10

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DOING BUSINESS IN MIAMI VI
Special GUEST Enterprise Florida
Introduction to Enterprise Florida, the state’s official economic development organization”.
Ilona Vega Jaramillo Director International Business Development

JOIN US and your friends to OUR Network Event where we’ll Explore Different Strategies and make your opportunities a success
Mingle with:
Investors Groups and Hedge Funds. Project Developers. Funding & Capital Market companies. Real State Investor’s. Law firms. Foundations and Humanitarian Corporations. CPA and Bank and Trader’s officers and many more friends.
Wednesday July 21st
20 Biscayne Blvd (Corner of Flagler & Biscayne)

From 6:00 Pm to 9:00 Pm
COMPLIMENTARY DRINK & APPETIZERS
Street parking and Valet parking available (USD $5.00 for guest to the event)
MUSIC BY DJ OF CNT. 50 % H. Hour Drinks
(RSVP cram@boxbe.com)
Cram Group and its companies are honor to support
La Ventana de los Cielos Foundation.
S.U.C.E.S.S Foundation

Champion Sound Funk Night 7/14/10

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Champion Sound Funk Night This Wednesday!
Wednesday, July 14th
@ The Electric Pickle
Doors at 10pm
..come get down for the ALL FUNK EDITION of Champion Sound.
w/ DJs..
✪ MR.BROWN
✪ LUMIN
✪ A-TRAIN
CLASSIC FUNK // LATIN FUNK // AFRICAN FUNK // BOLLYWOOD FUNK ..as long as it’s funky.. (alriiight.. okaaaay..)
Drink Specials
2-4-1 DRINKS from 9-11p
5$ COCKTAIL ALL NIGHT
..more info and goodies
Supported By:
Public Wizard
Frank 151
Wax Poetics
ATC
Soul of Miami

Top Class Designs and Marketing Open House and Networking Event 7/27/10

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Top Class Designs and Marketing Open House
A Networking Event
Tuesday July 27th, 2010
2500 NW 79th Av.
Miami, Florida 33122
5:30PM – 8:00PM
Please RSVP by Thursday July 22nd, 2010 at cbennett2@topclassdesigns.com

Please be our guest…The Top Class Family cordially invites you their open house featuring the new showroom on Tuesday July 27th, 2010!

Open House Information
Top Class Designs and Marketing
The Top Class Family looks forward to having you join us for a successful evening of networking accompanied with hors d’oeuvres.
We will be raffling a free website, a banner, and business cards!
Don’t miss out on such a networking event and bring a lot of business cards! www.topclassdesigns.com

SEVEN at The Raleigh Continues as the Happiest Happy Hour During Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Swim

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Locals and visitors are invited to join the glitterati The Raleigh this week and enjoy the action of the 6th Annual Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Swim, even without show tickets or VIP passes. The historic Miami Beach hotel is celebrating their 70th anniversary and offering their SEVEN Happy Hour seven days a week from 4pm – 8pm. Stop by the restaurant at The Raleigh and the Martini Bar to enjoy $7 Martinis and Cocktails and a $7 Hors d’oeuvres menu. Hoping to catch a glimpse of sexy swimwear models like Irina Shayk before they make their way to the runways, SEVEN guests can enjoy cocktails outside in the garden and on The Raleigh patio as well.

The Raleigh will once again become the epicenter of the fashion industry from July 15‐19, 2010 as supermodels, celebrities, press and buyers come together to celebrate fashion and beauty with the sexiest swimwear designs in the world at the most elite swimwear event in the country. For the 6th year The Raleigh hosts Mercedes‐Benz Fashion Week Swim and serves as the backdrop for shows at the Cabaña Grande, Oasis and at The Raleigh’s historic pool and Penthouse.

As one of Miami’s most cherished landmarks, The Raleigh celebrates its 70th anniversary of fashion, elegance and glamour this year. The oceanfront hotel, with its expansive Oasis sanctuary of private cabanas and famed Esther Williams baroque pool, has been the backdrop for films and photo shoots, and host to countless events from Mercedes Benz Swim Week and the Chanel Fashion Show to the most exclusive Art Basel parties. Built and designed in 1940 by famed architect L. Murray Dixon, one of the most prolific architects of South Beach’s historic Art Deco District, guest rooms are adorned to match, with the fabrics and style of the 1940’s, featuring period furnishings and terrazzo floors. A stunning 3-bedroom, 6000 sq.ft. duplex penthouse with 1,950 sq.ft. terrace and outdoor shower crowns this grande dame of South Beach. The Raleigh’s Martini Bar was recently named of the “World’s Ten Best” by Details and The Restaurant serves Florida cuisine with a South American influence in a romantic outdoor garden setting. www.raleighhotel.com

Miami Baby Beachwear Miami launch during SwimShow 7/17-20/10

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Mandrake Public Relations Announces the Introduction of Miami Baby!
Hurricanes Are Not The Only Thing Coming to Miami This Summer

Fun and fearless women will soon take over the beaches of Miami as they strut and swagger in cutting edge designs by Miami Baby! beachwear . This London-based line has come to its source of inspiration, Miami, and will be making an appearance at this year’s Miami SwimShow for 2011, taking place at the Miami Beach Convention Center from July 17 to July 20, 2010.

After years of bad style on the beach, America is ready for a youthful makeover and Miami Baby! beachwear will do just that, with its on trend, body enhancing garments. The range includes fabulous details incorporating fringing, chains and Perspex. The Miami Baby! collection encapsulates the essence of South Beach style, which is whimsical cool and functional. As usual, Miami Baby! offers it’s signature seamless transitions from day to night with its complimentary dresses and outerwear.

Miami Baby! is all about standout swimwear and dresses that emit authentic Miami style with global flair. Since 2004, Miami Baby! has set its standards to offer an alternate proposition for beach lovers who seek luxury and quality. This Summer Miami Baby! offers another sizzling collection featuring signature style that’s all about well positioned cuts that accentuate and reveal just the right parts of a the body for a sexy chic look. Fun loving women everywhere with an eye for superior quality and high standards will certainly select Miami Baby! as their label of choice at the beach.

Miami Baby! is about sun-kissed days, sizzling nights and scorching looks. Unlike other brands of beachwear, this range promotes beach culture as something that continues beyond the sand and the sea ensuring you can go from the beach to the club or bar with ease, allowing a seamless transformation from day to night. It infuses a cutting-edge sense of style into the whole beach experience. The pieces define and reflect key trends in beach culture with the emphasis on fashion forward designs. These are fun garments with serious sex appeal complimenting women’s physical beauty in a unique way. Miami Baby! stands out from the crowd and totally caters to the beach fantasy. www.miamibabybeachwear.com