Around the World with La Diva cooking and cocktail class 6/3/10

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“Around the World with La Diva” cooking and cocktail class
June 3, 2010, 6 PM -8 PM
Epicure Gourmet Market-Sunny Isles store
17190 Collins Ave. Sunny Isles Beach FL 33160
http://www.epicuremarket.com/events

The Spanish aren’t the only ones to enjoy small plates! Come to Epicure’s Mediterranean Mezze Party! Attendees learn how to make simple but delicious Mediterranean tapas and a cocktail for a casual party. We’ll explore how to make white bean, garlic and sauteed tomatoes on a crunchy olive oil crostini and fried, cheese stuffed olives and paired with a sophisticated cocktail.

Classes are $25 prepaid. Please call 305 672 1861 TODAY as space is limited.

12 Nights of Electronic Music and Art at Harold Golen Gallery 5/22/10

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12 Nights of Electronic Music and Art III:
From the Middle of the Earth to Carmen: Contemporary video by contemporary composers
Works by J. Cooper, I. Elezovic, D.H. Miller, C. Miyama and S. Pena Young
May 22, 2010 at 8PM
Harold Golen Gallery
2294 NW 2nd Ave, Wynwood Art District, Miami FL, 33127
info@12nights.org
http://www.12nights.org

Rose Max and Ramatis Brazilian music schedule May-June

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Brazilian Live Music By Rose Max & Ramatis

Wednesday – May 19 – 7pm
Maxine’s Bistro & Bar @ The Catalina Hotel
1756 Collins Ave – Miami Beach – Fl

Friday – May 21 – 9pm
Rose & Ramatis + The Special Guest Rafael Satler (Drums & Brazilian Percussion)
@ Upstairs At The Vandyke Cafe
846 Lincoln Road – Miami Beach -Fl

Saturday – May 22 – 5pm
@ Segafredo Bal Harbour Shops – Collins Ave – Bal Harbour – Fl

Sunday – May 23 – 2pm
@ Biltmore Hotel
1200 Anastasia Avenue-Coral Gables – Fl
Free parking- Special drinks

Sunday – May 23 – 7:30pm
@ Boteco Brazilian Point –
916 NE – 79th Street – Miami – Fl
(305) 757 7735

Thursday – May 27 – 11:05pm
Jazid Brazil Monthly
Rose Max, Ramatis & Band
Jazid Music Bar
1342 Washington Ave-Miami Beach-Fl
No Cover

Sunday – June 6 – 7:30pm
Rose Max & Gemini Friends Birthday Party
Big Jam Session With Musician Friends
Come And Bring A Toy (New Or Used In Good Conditions)
For The Children In Amazon (Www.Projetodecolando.Com)
And / Or School Supplies For The Children In Haiti.
@ Boteco Brazilian Bar
916 NE – 79th Street-Miami- Fl
No cover

Rose Max & Ramatis contact, full schedule, bio, videos, photos at www.myspace.com/rosemax2
www.youtube.com/ramatis2

Motivational Music Night for the Kids 5/21/10

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Make A World Of Difference For Kids Through Music
Motivational Music Night for the kids
05/21/2010, 6:00pm- 11:00pm
Mia at Biscayne
20 Biscayne Blvd
www.sucsesfoundation.org

Come join us Friday, May 21st, 6pm-11pm at Mia at Biscayne to benefit The Motivational Edge, S.U.C.S.E.S. Foundation and Nina’s Kids.
Mia at Biscayne
20 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL
Buy your Tickets here.

Prepare yourself for a night of exceptional musical talents as they perform with you as our guest while you enjoy delicious foods, beverages and specialty drinks! Throughout the evening you will be inspired with the musical sounds presented by students and by local superstars such as
Cleaveland Jones
Local 34
Elastic Bond
Juan Turros of Suénalo
and Jordan Robinson

Musical genres will range from Ska to Latin Rock and everything in between. The music will be non-stop and so will the fun and excitement! Get ready for our one of a kind Concert Fundraiser, Motivational Music Night for the Kids 2010!

You will enjoy complimentary hors d’oeuvres and 1 Drink Tickets for every guest to enjoy at any time until 11pm

Sole Hosts Miami Stop for Extreme Athlete Tom Jones 5/23/10

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SOLE’ Hosts Miami Stop for Extreme Athlete Tom Jones
Key West to NYC Paddle Boarding
Sole’ will host the Miami Beach stop for Jones with a charity pool party.
Sunday May 23, 2010 starting at noon.
17315 Collins Ave, Sunny Isles Beach

Tom Jones is called an “extreme” athlete. But when people hear what he has accomplished, more often than not, they ask if “extreme” is an “extreme” enough word describing him. Why are Tom Jones endeavors so extreme? Because, he has an extreme passion for troubled youth and environmental causes, and staging these events is his way of drawing attention to and raising funds to eradicate the negative issues that will affect our future. Planning to break his own World Record by Stand-up paddle boarding from Key West to New York City leaving May 15, completing this adventure sometime in August.

Tom Feeley co-owns the new fully opened SOLE’ on the ocean, a boutique hotel on Sunny Isles Beach and Sole’ East in Montauk NY where the adventure ends in August with a paddle around the island of Manhattan For Autism Speaks. Everyone loves a pool party, with Music, dancing, grilled food, and our wonderful ocean just outside the door, we have planned a wonderful day to celebrate and contribute while enjoying a Sunday afternoon” says Feeley.
To start the day Surfrider Foundation is having a Beach Cleanup and paddle along with Tom Jones from Haulover Beach to the Sole’ party Located at 17315 Collins Ave.
The Event supports two charity’s, Surfrider Foundation who works to protect our oceans, waves and beaches and to protect Special beachfront places that are being destroyed by over development. Also Autism Speaks Foundation who is dedicated to funding global biomedical research into the causes, prevention, treatments, and cure for autism; to raising public awareness about autism and its effects on individuals, families, and society; and to bringing hope to all who deal with the hardships of this disorder.
“It’s around 2,800 miles which is more than double my current World Record of 1,250 miles set at the California Paddle Challenge in 2007” states Jones. Coming along for the ride as “Safety” is World Renowned Surf Champion, Darrick Doemer who has more big wave experience and know- how than anyone. You ask what has Tom Jones the Athlete done……. He has run the length of California several times–at a pace of a marathon (26.2 miles) per day. He has also run from California to New York at the same marathon per day pace. That’s right… 120 consecutive days… 26.2 miles per day. Make that 121 consecutive days, because when he arrived in NY, he competed in the New York City marathon, and finished in less than four hours. In 2003, Tom ran a marathon, and followed it up by competing in a sanctioned Muay Thai kickboxing match, which he won by KO in the third round. To make a long story short, “if it can’t be done, Tom will do it”.

Editors notes:
In 2007, Tom set a World Record by standup paddle boarding the entire length of the California Coast (1,250 miles) with “California Paddle”, to help raise awareness for the “plastic pollution” in our oceans. Tom successfully completed the Endurance Island challenge where he biked then ran (134 miles each portion), then stand-up paddle boarded around the island of Oahu (over 200+ miles) to again bring national and international attention to the seriousness of “plastic pollution” in our oceans.
In 2008, Tom traveled to Baghdad to help inspire and motivate our troops. He was extremely well received and the troops were encouraged and inspired but his presence and support.
* In 2009 Tom challenged himself to “Big Waves for Safe Kids”. For every 20’ plus wave that Tom can catch and document, 10k will be split between his Tom Jones Foundation, and Safe Surfing Foundation www.SafesurfinUSA.org.

www.tomjonestv.com www.soleontheocean.com www.soleeast.com www.surfrider.org

Photographs of National Hamburger Month Event at Q American Barbeque with Burger Beast on 5/17/10

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National Hamburger Month Event at Q American Barbeque with Burger Beast on Monday, May 17, 2010.  They had a one time only menu created by Chef Jonathan Eismann.  Burger Best gave away some Burger Beast items like Limited Edition Burger Beast National Hamburger Month Shirts and Burger Beast Aprons in a few giveaways.  It was a blast!!!!

LeNard Rutledge at Jazid 5/18/10

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KCC Productions and Jazid
present: Jazz at Jazid!
LeNard Rutledge
Tuesday, May 18, from 11PM – 2AM
1342 Washington Ave., South Beach
305-673-9372

Captivating, soul stirring, earthy and funky. These are just some of the words used to describe the song stylings of LeNard Rutledge. He has been a featured vocalist at area jazz spots in South Florida: The Van Dyke Café, the Museum of Contemporary Art, O’Hara’s Jazz Pub, and now Jazid are the most notable. LeNard has shared the stage with a number of highly respectable jazz artists such as: Nnena Freelon, Dee Dee Bridgewater, Kenny Drew Jr., The Fred Thomas Band, and Harry Allen. In May of 2006, LeNard was named BEST JAZZ ARTIST, by the Miami New Times magazine. His first CD release, Hello World, was released in November 2007.

Featuring:
LeNard Rutledge, vocals
Dave Siegel, piano
Leo Brooks, bass
Rodolfo Zuniga, drums

Jazid
KCC Productions

The Frost Art Museum to Open Summer Exhibitions during Target Wednesday After Hours 5/26/10

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The Patricia & Phillip Frost Art Museum to open summer exhibitions during
Target Wednesday After Hours
The Patricia & Phillip Frost Art Museum
10975 SW 17th Street
Miami, FL 33199
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Free and open to the public.
More information at http://thefrost.fiu.edu or 305.348.2890

Mask, Old Man, late 20th century, Wood, carved and painted, hair, 9 × 8 × 3 ½ inches, Courtesy of Joan & Paul Gluck, © Gary Mercer 2010

The Patricia & Phillip Frost Art Museum at Florida International University (FIU) will host the opening reception for four major exhibitions. These exhibitions take the visitor on a tour across the Americas and Caribbean: from Shaman artifacts of the Northwest Coast to works of art by Haitian artists to stunning photography in Mexico to the whimsical art of Volf Roitman.The opening reception will be Wednesday, May 26, 2010 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. and is free and open to the public.

TapTap: Celebrating The Art of Haiti- This exhibition is part of a larger project to contribute works lost in the January 2010 earthquake in Haiti and assist in the rebuilding of the island’s cultural and artistic heritage. The exhibition will feature the works by artists of the lost patrimony from The Frost Art Museum’s large collection of Haitian art.

Spiritual Healing – Shamans of the Northwest Coast is designed to illuminate the art associated with the Northwest Coast Native peoples’ healing practices. For countless centuries, tribes such as the Tlingit, Tsimshian and Haida believed that all nature is endowed with spirits which could manifest in the form of illness and disease. The shaman drives away illness using objects, such as masks, rattles and amulets. Represented on the objects are spirits which aid the shamans in healing. They embody the respect and fear generated by the shaman. Both historic and new objects representing those used in shamanic healing will be displayed. This exhibition is sponsored in part by Northern Trust and Williams-Sonoma.

Paul Strand in Mexico – These photographs provide a visual record of Paul Strand’s journey through Mexico from 1932-34 and his brief return visit in 1966. Today recognized as one of the great photographers of the twentieth century, Strand believed firmly in the power of art and social documentary. In Mexico, especially during his initial visit, he sought to chronicle what he thought of as the country’s essential character while fostering its revolutionary transformation through the tools of photography and filmmaking. Certainly, Strand found the Mexico he was looking for: a world of stark landscapes, baroque churches, religious sculptures, campesinos and indigenous and mestizo men, women, and children-a place charged with meaning and spirit, which he was determined to capture with his camera. The tension between reinforcing and questioning the ideological constructs associated with the “Mexican cultural revolution” of the 1920s and 1930s becomes apparent when we examine the full range of Strand’s Mexican photography. This exhibition is sponsored in part by the Mexican Consulate in Miami and is co-produced by the Aperture Foundation and Fundación Televisa. Support for the the Miami presentation of Paul Strand in Mexico is provided by the National Council for Culture and the Arts (CONACULTA), Mexico; the National Endowment for the Arts; and the Tinker Foundation.

Volf Roitman: From MADI to the Ludic Revolution – Volf Roitman: From MADI to the Ludic Revolution is a series of major works celebrating the 60-year-long career of Uruguayan painter, sculptor, architect, novelist, playwright, filmmaker, and humorist Volf Roitman. Samples of Roitman’s work from the ’50s to the present will be on view, including a splendid array of motorized, kinetic works of a humorous style. The exhibition will celebrate the Ludic, or playfulness and whimsical, which is the basis of his creations. His newest innovations include giant MADI banners and MADI lightboxes. Some say the letters MADI stand for Movimiento Artistico De Invencion or MAterialismo DIalectismo (Dialectical Materialism). The movement integrates complexity with playfulness by focusing on geometric shapes that spill out of the traditional frame, and articulated mobile structures. This exhibition is sponsored in part by Citizens Interested in Arts, Inc.

Target has teamed up with The Frost Art Museum to sponsor an event series designed to complement The Frost’s exhibitions. These events give visitors the chance to meet contemporary artists and engage with controversial art, live music, talks, films, dance, and performance art, while providing an excellent opportunity to socialize with other people interested in the arts. For information on future Target Wednesday After Hours, please visit http://thefrost.fiu.edu/wah.htm

DocMiami International Film Festival 5/27-30/10

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DOCMIAMI INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL ANNOUNCES
Inaugural International Documentary Film Festival and Concert Series
at the Doral Golf Resort & Spa- Memorial Day weekend May 28-30, 2010

Monica Rosales, CEO and co-founder of DocMiami , believes that “Everything You Dream is Real.”
DocMiami was born from a dream to create a major cultural event harnessing the power and popularity of the documentary film medium to showcase and spotlight attention on social responsibility issues, important causes, topics and events from around the world.
Their initial vision has been expanded to include a full Memorial Day weekend of cultural activities at the world famous Doral Golf Resort and Spa. With an initial grant from the City of Doral, in Miami-Dade County, the dream to create DocMiami has become a reality.
The DocMiami international Film Festival Award Gala will take place May 30, 2010 at the Doral Golf Resort and Spa. This very special evening will honor winning filmmakers as well as special awards presented by Tito Puente, Jr. and Gloria Ordaz to La Gloria De Cuba, Olga Guillot and a posthumous Lifetime Achievement Award presented to the children of Nicolas Guillén Landrián, Elvira Valdes and Nicolas Guillén.
The first press event took place on Thursday, January 28, 2010, at Romano’s Macaroni Grill in Doral located at 8700 NW 18th Terrace. Special guests included, City of Doral, Mayor Juan Carlos Bermudez, the organizer’s Chairperson of the Board Dr. Toni Bilbao, and the Chairperson of the Doral Cultural Affairs Advisory Board. The official 2010 DocMiami poster was unveiled, created by City of Doral artist Kristopher Del Angel, as well as the DocMiami “NGL” lifetime achievement award, created by sculptor Laura Tobi Carcano.
The Festival will open Memorial Day Weekend on May 27, 2010 in honor of American Soldiers. A special screening of “She Wore Silver Wings,” honoring the Women Air Force Service Pilots will be shown. Three Hundred U.S. Women Air Force Service Pilots are living today. Although “She Wore Silver Wings” is not a subject widely known, it is a very important part of U.S. history. This year, the WASPs will be awarded the Congressional Gold Medal of Honor in Washington D.C., making this subject timely and giving special importance to this opening screening on Memorial Day Weekend.

On May 28, 2010 a special screening of “MY RUN” will take place at DocMiami. Indiewood Pictures in Association with Destiny Pictures presents the award-winning, inspirational documentary of Terry Hitchcock, narrated by Academy Award winner Billy Bob Thornton.
After tragically losing his wife to breast cancer and struggling to raise three young children on his own, Terry Hitchcock seized on an idea. He wanted to accomplish the impossible: run 75 consecutive marathons in 75 consecutive days to bring attention to the incredibly difficult lives of single-parent families. The film is directed and produced by Tim VandeSteeg and produced by Mark Castaldo who will both be present at the screening, including Terry Hitchcock himself. All proceeds from this screening benefit the American Cancer Society, Doral Relay for Life.
On May 29, 2010 From Evolution to Revolution “Rock ‘n’ Roll Made in Mexico ” will be screened. This documentary is the story of Mexican rock ‘n’ roll told by intrepid filmmakers Lance Miccio and Rock icon Fito de la Parra. Both played with the 70’s band “Canned Heat” at Woodstock. Lance Miccio, Director of ”Rock n’Roll Made in Mexico”, will be present for a special networking meet-and-greet event for documentary filmmakers at DocMiami. The entire day is packed with Music related films such as PBS’s “Latin Divas”, “What About Me?”, and “Do It Again”. These documentaries combined, exhibit and chronical the contributions and talents of artists such as Gloria Estefan, The Kinks, Carlos Santana and more!
Closing the events on May 30, 2010 are special Screenings of “Mariel 25 and 50 Años de Exilio: el Documental”. In 2009, the Cuban Revolution celebrated 50 years in power. Ninety miles away, those who throughout half a decade, emigrated in waves to the United States, proved to be a testament of those who triumphed out of tragedy.
Followed by a special screening of “The Extraordinary Journey of Fernando Bujones”, Filmmaker Israel Rodriguez, a Cuban native and member of Orlando Ballet, danced under Mr. Bujones’ direction for many years. Amazingly, Rodriguez had been documenting Mr. Bujones’ work with the Orlando Ballet for two years when his sudden death from a rare form of cancer rocked the ballet world in 2005.
The event includes three days of cutting edge documentary filmmakers’ showings and three nights of outstanding music concerts. A true celebration of documentary filmmaking at a global level nestled in sunny South Florida. The festival brings together emerging documentary filmmakers, students, and film and music enthusiasts in a truly bohemian, one-of-a-kind event. Funds raised during the three evening concerts will benefit the non- profit organization, Brick by Brick Tanzania, Inc, dedicated to building schools in the African nation challenged not only by poverty but also by drought, hunger and AIDS.

The official host of the event is Tito Puente, Jr. He will be joined by Gloria Ordaz who will welcome Melton Mustafa, of the 14th Annual Melton Mustafa Jazz Festival. Fito Espinola, The Jonsons, featuring Eloy Rali and Luis Bofill & Band will be performing!

Visit http://docmiami.org for to purchase tickets and for more information

Miami Heart Gallery 2010 Exhibition Launch 6/4/10

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Miami Heart Gallery 2010 Exhibition Launch – Fri., June 4 @ 6 P.M.
The Children’s Trust Miami Heart Gallery Features New Portraits of Foster Children Available for Adoption in Third Annual Exhibit
Museum-Quality Photographs Taken by World-Renowned Photographers to show at HistoryMiami

The Children’s Trust Miami Heart Gallery is a traveling museum-quality exhibit featuring portraits of children in Miami-Dade’s foster care system who are available for adoption. The Art Deco theme of this year’s exhibit is inspired by Miami Beach’s historic Art Deco District where all 44 portraits were photographed. Now in its third year, the exhibit has a more than 50-percent adoption rate.

The Children’s Trust Miami Heart Gallery is a partnership between The Children’s Trust and Our Kids, the private agency responsible for foster care and adoption in Miami-Dade County and the Florida Keys. According to the state of Florida, more than 1,500 foster children are eligible for adoption in Florida and approximately 150 of them live in Miami-Dade. These children have been removed from their biological parents for reasons of abuse or neglect with no possibility of family reunification.

Tuesday, June 8 through Tuesday, July 6, 2010
Open to the public Tuesday – Friday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. / Saturday and Sunday, noon – 5 p.m. On the third Thursday of the month, the museum opens until 9 p.m. The exhibit tours the community after July 6.

HistoryMiami
Formerly Historic Museum of South Florida
101C West Flagler Street, Miami, FL 33130

Museum admission fee required. Adult admission $8; Senior citizens and Students $7; Children (6-12) $5 and Children under 6 FREE. For more information, call The Children’s Trust Helpline at 211 or visit www.miamiheartgallery.org.

Sensational Social Network At Viceroy Miami 5/21/10

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Franco Carusi & Nicole Shelley
invite you to
Sensational Social Network
Friday May 21, 2010
6pm-9pm
Viceroy Miami
485 Brickell Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33131

Your cocktail awaits…..
The view awaits…..
There is no mystery ……
Except for the perfecten raffle prizes….
Only the most sophisticated will attend
Are you on the list?
The clock is ticking…….
Special guests
Alison Reagin Founder Of Your Real Size
Piera Barahona Founder Of Ask Piera
Tatiana Pavlova Founder Of Free National Business Network

Win a chance for you or your business to be a special guests on fnbn’s monthly tv talk show
Drink specials starting at $5

$10 Suggested Donation
Proceeds To Benefit Take Stock In Children
www.takestockinchildren.com

rsvp: f.carousi@ymail.com/ 786 389 8124 or info@nicoleshelleymodels.com

June birthday celebration at Rocco’s Tacos 6/4/10

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Rocco’s Tacos in WPB is throwing a birthday celebration for all June babies on Rocco’s birthday, June 4.

Celebrate Rocco’s Birthday at Rocco’s Tacos & Tequila Bar in West Palm Beach
$3 Dos Equis, $5 Cabo Wabo Blanco Cocktails, DJ Adam Lipson and Pancho Villa Mariachi Band

Join owner Rocco Mangel and celebrate all June babies with a Mexican-style cumpleanos fiesta. Rocco’s Tacos presents a full sensory experience complete with a live Pancho Villa mariachi band, DJ Adam Lipson, $3 Dos Equis and $5 Cabo Wabo Blanco cocktails. Rocco will also give presents to anyone with a June birthday that brings an ID.

Friday, June 4
8:00 – midnight

224 Clematis Street
West Palm Beach, FL‎
(561) 650-1001‎
www.RoccosTacos.com or www.bigtimerestaurants.com

Sunset Lounge At Mondrian Premieres Tailored Fridays With A Performance By The Keyrats 5/21/10

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SUNSET LOUNGE AT MONDRIAN PREMIERES TAILORED FRIDAYS WITH A PERFORMANCE BY THE KEYRATS
SoBe Hotspot Celebrates the Launch of the NEW Friday Night Party with a Live Performance

Sunset Lounge at Mondrian debuts the latest Friday night event, Tailored Fridays, with a live performance by Miami favorite The Keyrats. The revered local band will play not one but two live sets for the premiere event at 10:30pm and midnight. The local talent will kick-off the party bringing guests classic sounds of summer with a mixture of melodic reggae, Latin funk and punk rock. Attendees are invited to party in style while enjoying any of the creative and delicious libations concocted at the esteemed lounge. While the Keyrats are not performing, partygoers will enjoy the smooth sounds of resident DJ Danny Blaze. Sunset Lounge has tailored every aspect of this party to give guests the perfect Miami summer nightlife experience.

Friday, May 21, 2010, 10 p.m.

Sunset Lounge at Mondrian
1100 West Avenue
Miami Beach, Fl 33139
FOR RESERVATIONS PLEASE CALL 305.514.1941

About Sunset Lounge at Mondrian: Joining the ranks of The Florida Room at Delano and Shore Club’s Skybar, the indoor/outdoor lounge offers the only bayside destination for watching the sunset over Miami’s downtown skyline. Designed by international superstar Marcel Wanders, Sunset Lounge is comprised of multiple spaces, including the lobby bar and lounge with Wanders’ signature silent bell light fixtures and a grand black spiraling staircase; as well as the poolside area with private cabanas created from curtains of living foliage, a tented adult–sized sandbox and a labyrinth garden with discrete “kissing corners.” Guests enjoy a poolside music program that blends island- and South American-inspired sounds, with later hours offering a more upbeat soundtrack. Morgans’ expert mixologists have produced an exclusive handcrafted specialty cocktail list, emphasizing infused Cachaças and flavored Caipirinhas made from exotic and local ingredients, as well as house-made sodas, syrups and juices. 1100 West Avenue, Miami Beach, FL |305.514.4955 | www.mondrian-miami.com

Miami Nightlife

Advertising Federation Of Greater Miami Annual Installation And Awards Banquet 6/8/10

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Advertising Federation Of Greater Miami’s Annual Installation And Awards Banquet

Join AdFed Miami for the installation of the 2010-2011 Board of Directors and the announcement of this year’s award recipients. Scholarships and awards will be presented to noteworthy members, philanthropists and students.

Tuesday, June 8th at 7pm
Viceroy Miami Hotel, 485 Brickell Avenue, Miami, Fl 33131

COST: $60.00 includes full course meal
Cash Bar

RSVP: www.adfedmiami.com, call 305 665-8411 or email maria.lazo@adfedmiami.com

AdFed Miami The Advertising Federation of Greater Miami, founded in 1924 is a professional trade organization fostering higher advertising industry standards in the community. It is one of the oldest continuing professional organizations in both Miami and the United States. With over 200 members representing all areas of the advertising profession, AdFed provides ongoing education through monthly events and scholarships and supports the community through public service programs. To learn more about the organization visit www.adfedmiami.com

Eve: Women Making a Difference Launches at Novecento Coral Gables 5/22/10

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Eve: Women Making a Difference
March 22nd, 2010, 11 AM to 3 PM
Novecento Coral Gables
Novecento Restaurant
121 Alhambra Plaza
Coral Gables, FL 33134-4549
www.oopababy.com/eve

“EVE: Women Making a Difference” Launches in Miami

A New Organization of Local Women Comes Together with an Inaugural Fashion Show and Shopping Event to Foster Community Among All Who Love Fashion, Leadership and Philanthropy. A portion of the proceeds to benefit local charity, Kristi House.

In celebration and support of local women entrepreneurs, the first event hosted by the newly-formed organization, “EVE: Women Making a Difference,” comes to life with a fashion show and shopping luncheon. The fashion show will feature some of Miami’s trendiest designers, including Calypso, Oopa Baby and Claudia E, all successful local businesses started by women entrepreneurs. There will also be an opportunity to shop for clothing, accessories and jewelry from the collections of local female designers.

Dancing In Miami At Nikki Music Every Sunday Night 5/23/10

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Dancing In Miami At Nikki Music Every Sunday Night
May 23 2010, From 7 pm to 5 am
Nikki Beach Miami
One Ocean Drive
Miami Beach Floria 33139
305 538 1111
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 LouisDee , 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

Miami Nightlife

Photographs of the First Annual Earth ‘N Us Jam on 5/16/10

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First Annual Earth ‘N Us Jam at the Earth N’ Us Farm on Saturday, May 15, 2010.   Earth N’ Us Farm is Miami’s most interesting urban organic farm,  this is a place you have to see to believe.  It is incredible, the gardens, the animals and  the tree house (and yes people live in the tree houses).  If you get a chance to go by you really need to, I would love to live there.

Coral Gables Museum Hosts Student Authors of Building a Dream 5/20/10

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Coral Gables Museum Hosts Building a Dream Book Signing

The Coral Gables Museum invites the public to a very special book signing and unveiling at the Museum on Thursday, May 20 at 6:00pm. Student authors of Building a Dream, a beautiful book detailing the development and architectural heritage of the City of Coral Gables, will be on hand to sign books and discuss their contributions to the project.

The students, who were participants in Shenandoah Middle Museum Magnet School Program, completed 15 hand-bound editions of the book last year. The book was so well-received that a group composed of The Villagers, Lynn Bauer, Claire-Frances Whitehurst and Robert Fewell decided to fund further production of the book. Building a Dream will be available for sale with proceeds to benefit children’s educational programs at the Museum.

The book signing and sale will be the first public event to be held in the new Community Room at the Museum, 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables. For further information, please call 305-910-3996 or e-mail chris@coralgablesmuseum.org.

Sierra and Beer Night at Titanic Brewery 5/18/10

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Come join us this Tuesday, May 18th at 7pm for our monthly social night at Titanic Brewery in Coral Gables. They have an award winning micro-brew and some of the best beer in town!

Hang out with other Sierra Club members and have a free beer on us!

Titanic Brewery is located at:
5813 Ponce de Leon Blvd., Coral Gables
(near US1 and South end of Univ. of Miami)

Everyone is welcome but only those 21 and over will be served alchohol.
See you there,
Sierra Club Miami

Latin Business Club of America Networking Event at Mia 5/25/10

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WHO YOU ARE LOOKING FOR IS LOOKING FOR YOU!

You are looking for someone who is sold on you and whose life or business would be greatly improved by your products or services; companies who can afford your rates; clients who value what you do for them so much that they want to recommend you to others. Think about it, wouldn’t these persons and businesses also be looking for you? After all, you would greatly improve their lives and businesses at an affordable price.

What if I told you that your perfect client might be at our next networking event? Would you come?…. or will you never know?

Join Latin Business Club of America for another fantastic Networking Event
Tuesday, May 25th, 2010
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Mia Biscayne
20 Biscayne Blvd.
Miami FL 33132
Where Flagler Meets Biscayne
www.MIABiscayne.com

FREE ADMISSION
COMPLIMENTARY DRINK & APPETIZERS
Over $1000* in Cash Raffle and Prizes will be given away
Valet parking available: $10
Our last cash winner went home with almost $500
In 2009, we gave away over $15,000 in cash and prizes
*$1000 refers to the combined value of cash and prizes that will be given away

Latin Business Club of America Networking Event
Joining us at our networking event will be:
The Doral and Airport West Chamber of Commerce
The Florida State Hispanic Chamber
Latin Chamber of Commerce of USA (Camacol)
Peruvian American Chamber of Commerce of Florida
American Nicaraguan Chamber of Commerce
Panamanian American Chamber of Commerce
LET’S GET NETWORKING!
View photos from past events
Visit our Website

DontDateHimGirl Book Launch Party at The Bookstore in the Grove 5/28/10

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On May 28 at 7p.m., The Bookstore in the Grove will host the launch party for my new self-help book DontDateHimGirl.com Presents: So the Bastard Broke Your Heart, Now What? and I’d love for you to join me! The party is being sponsored by Misha’s Cupcakes and Match.com. There will be free wine, delicious cupcakes and everyone who buys a book will get a goodie bag that includes a free trial membership on Match.com. Hope to see you there! J

7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Friday, May 28, 2010

The Bookstore in the Grove
3399 Virginia Street #620
Coconut Grove, FL 33133

Tasha Cunningham, Author, So the Bastard Broke Your Heart, Now What?
The Bookstore in the Grove
Match.com
Misha’s Cupcakes

If I Were Dictator film event at The Miami Science Museum 5/19/10

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You’re invited to a film event at the Miami Science Museum!
Wednesday, May 19th At 7 P.M.

Enjoy an open bar, network with the young professionals group of the Miami Science Museum, and watch If I Were Dictator in it’s entirety!
Don’t miss this event!
Wednesday, May 19th @ 7 P.M.
3280 South Miami Avenue

Log onto http://www.dictatormovie.com/screenings.html and look at the upcoming events page and also read the new dictator blog. http://www.dictatormovie.com/dictator_blog.html
And watch funny new videos!
We look forward to seeing you!

Celestial Music from Association of Performing Arts of India at ArtServe 5/23/10

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Information supplied courtesy Organiste.
Association of Performing Arts of India
Email: apaiart@comcast.net
http://www.apaiart.com
WHAT: Celestial Music featuring Pt. Ramakant and Pt. Umakant Gundecha , accompany on Pakhavaj (percussion) by Shri Akhilesh Gundecha
Check them out on Youtube.
WHEN: Sunday, May 23-2010
TIME : 5:30 PM TO 8:00 PM
WHERE: ArtServe,1350 East Sunrise Blvd,Ft.Lauderdale-FL-33304
TICKET: $20 , $25 (First Two Rows), Tickets can be purchased thru www.Ticketweb.com or one hour before the concert at the door
Special Rate for seniors and Students ( with current ID )-$5 off

Dhrupad style of vocal is 5000 years old tradition of Indian classical music, and the Gundecha Brothers are amongst the most respected and active vocal performers of the Dagar tradition of Dhrupad. They studied under the eminent gurus, Zia Mohiuddin and Zia Fariduddin Dagar and Srikant Mishra.
Umakant and Ramakant possess gifted voices with strong lower registers.
The Brothers have worked to expand the Dhrupad repertoire by incorporating texts by Hindi poets, such as Tulsidas, Padmakar and Nirala; they are probably the most recorded Dhrupad singers in India. The Gundecha Brothers have come to be regarded as a third force, on par with the senior and junior Dagars. Akhilesh Gundecha learned pakhawaj (percussion) playing from Shrikant Mishra and Raja Chhatrapati Singh JuDeo. He has also received scholarships from Ustad Allauddin Khan Sangeet Academy, Bhopal, and the government of India.
Bharti D. Chokshi
Founder / President
www.apaiart.com

For all your Classical Music needs, please see Organiste.net.

Frolicking with the Fairies at Golden Raccoon at Cauley Square 6/19/10

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Join us at The Golden Raccoon for a magical day of frolicking with the fairies!
All day Saturday, June, 19th, 11am to 8pm
Golden Raccoon at Cauley Square
22400 Old Dixie Highway

Just off US1 & SW 224th Street.
http://MysticalFlorida.com

Full day $85.00 per person

The Golden Raccoon @ Cauley Square 224th Street & US1
On this day wear your fairy best or come as you are for a fairy good time in the beautiful gardens of The Golden Raccoon in Historical Cauley Square Village.
with special guest, the Tropical Fairy herself, Atena Komar
The Golden Raccoon @ Cauley Square 224 & US1 – 786-307-5575
We will also have available for purchase beautiful wings made by Atena.

11:00am Fairy Spotting
We all know where to spot fairies on the English country sides, or in the highlands of Ireland , but did you know that fairies live amongst us right here in beautiful sunny Florida ? We will talk about the type of vegetation tropical fairies live in, how to spot their circles and find traces of their homes. Knowing how to find these spots gives you a better chance of spotting a real fairy.

Break and shop time… Grab a quick lunch or take the time to look for fairies in the Garden…

12:30 Meet Your Personal Fairy Guide Meditation
In the early afternoon we gather in the garden under the trees and cast a sacred fairy circle in which you will be anointed with juniper oil and perform a meditation to meet your fairy guide. This is a meditation in the garden guided by Atena.

1:15pm Fairy Photos
Get your magical photo custom made by Atena Komar. She will take several photos of you in the garden, and then magically transform you to the fairy realms – what a beautiful souvenir of your fairy experience. This is a link to some samples of Atena’s Fairfield photos: http://TropicalFairy.com

Break and shopping time…

4:00 Fairy Altar and Offerings.
Now that you have learned how to communicate with the fairy folk, learn how to build them an altar by which to honor them and invite them to your garden or home. We will also discuss the kind of things you can leave them as offerings or gifts and how to be sure you only attract the kind and loving fairy folk.

1 hour break and shopping time…

6:00pm Manifesting Fairy visualization
The night fairies are one of the most powerful allies you can have in helping you manifest your hearts desires. These magical beings of the night love to tend to our hopes and dreams but rarely have a clue of what we really want. In this guided meditation, Atena will guide though a visualization where you can contact your manifesting fairies and make a wish for your self and mother earth, charge a crystal with their magical blessing and keep it on your own Fairy Altar. Bring a crystal or purchase one here.

Break and shopping time…

7:00pm – 8pm – Fairy Types and Appearances
When one says the word fairy, a typical image comes to mind of a fairy that resembles a character Disney would envision. Though flower fairies are abundant, did you know that the fairy kingdom consist of also elves, water earth air and fire fairies, night fairies and light fairies. There are fairies of dreams and even gargoyles are part of the fairy family… Atena will explain a little about the differences between these species and what they all do. Also dispel some fairy misconceptions and explain why some fairies are thought to be evil.

7pm – Closing Fairy shopping spree, special sale to the fairy graduates from 7pm to closing time (9pm).

Join us at The Golden Raccoon for a magical day of frolicking with the fairies!
Registration is important to assure there will be room for you, if you can please register with the Golden Raccoon!

To register, please contact Ayessa (The Magical Fairy) at 786-307-5575

We Do It On Thursdays! Escopazzo Organic Italian Restaurant 5/20/10

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We Do It On Thursdays! Escopazzo Organic Italian Restaurant
Thursday, May 20, 2010, 7 – 9 PM
Escopazzo Organic Italian Restaurant
1311 Washington Avenue
South Beach
305-674-9450
www.Escopazzo.com

Every Thursday, from 7 – 9 PM, 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 week THE NORTH & THE SOUTH :: Trentino – Alto Adige & Puglia

J. Hofstatter Pinot Grigio 2008
J. Hofstatter Pinot Nero DOC 2007
Negroamaro La Corte Solyss 2007
Vinosia Primitivo 2007

$20 per person includes light finger foods, four wine tastings, stimulating conversation, relaxed atmosphere
Featured wines @ $6 / glass :: $9 & $12 small plates menu always available

For reservations or more information please call 305:674:9450 or 305:389:0009
or e-mail Irene@Escopazzo.com

Call For Artists: Tobacco Road Art and Blues Festival 2010 Supported by Life Is Art Deadline June 14, 2010

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Life Is Art is proud to support Event Rhythm Management and the Tobacco Road Art and Blue Festival on June 19, 2010.

CALLING ALL ARTISTS!
Tobacco Road Art and Blues Festival 2010
Saturday, June 19, 2010
5: PM – 2: AM
Tobacco Road
626 South Miami Ave
Miami, FL 33130

You are invited to participate in the Annual Art and Blues Festival at TOBACCO ROAD. The year’s festival will be held on Saturday, June 19, 2010 from 5pm to 2am.
The Legendary TOBACCO ROAD, “Voted one of the 100 Best Bars in America” presents the most brilliant new Artists and Local Legends as they light up the Downtown Skyline in celebration! Supported by Life Is Art.
TOBACCO ROAD, Miami’s oldest bar, restaurant, cabaret and Mecca for live music & art is giving artists (professional and amateur) the opportunity to leave a mark on their 2010 Art and Blues Festival!
This year TOBACCO ROAD has an incredible & electrifying lineup.
Some of these bands include:
One of the Original Blues Brothers
Blues Legend Matt “Guitar” Murphy
The Nouveax Honkies
Iko Iko

Life Is Art is one of the sponsors for this event.
Exhibitor Space is limited
Artists Submission Deadlines:
Early Artist Special – June 1st, 2010
Final Artist Deadline – June 14th, 2010
NO COST TO APPLY

Download application and Information:
MS Word Format
PDF Format
Be sure you mention Life Is Art on your application.

Return All Documents To:
Event Rhythm Management, LLC
7601 E. treasure Drive, #708
Miami Beach, Fl. 33141
Tel. 786-223-2554

Rock For Haiti A Miami Beach Benefit Concert 5/22/10

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ROCK FOR HAITI
A Miami Beach Benefit Concert
Saturday, May 22 , 7:00 p.m.
Byron Carlyle Theater, 500 71 Street

In celebration of Haitian Heritage Month, the City of Miami Beach presents a benefit concert, Rock for Haiti. The rock show is to raise funds to repair and outfit two rescue vehicles being donated by the City of Miami Beach to Project Medishare Haiti, Inc for use at its Port-au-Prince hospital.

Performances by Dungeon Records recording artist Jetstream, Jan Sebon and Bemol Telfort.
Representatives from Project Medishare will talk about their incredible work on the ground in Haiti.
General Admission: $10; VIP Reception $100.
BUY TICKETS ONLINE.
Contact: Caroline DeFreze, 305.673.7010, cdefreze@miamibeachfl.gov.
Benefit Concert

Evoking Frida Kahlo Art Exhibit at Viernes Culturales Art Gallery 5/26/10

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Viernes Culturales Art Gallery presents:
Evoking Frida Kahlo
Reception

Wednesday, May 26th,2010
7:00pm – 9:00pm
Viernes Culturales Art Gallery
742 SW 16th Avenue Miami, Fl 33135

Mariana Altamirano, Artist
Lily Winter, Jewelry Designer
Orlando Coré, Curator

Live music by songwriter Orlando Coré
Light refreshments will be served

Exhibition runs from May 14th to May 28th, 2010
Gallery hours Tuesday – Friday 2:00pm – 6:00pm
Parking is available in the metered parking lot next to our office. (Intersection of 7th Street and 16th Avenue)

For more information and special visits please contact (305) 643-5500 or info@viernesculturales.org

Viernes Culturales/Cultural Fridays, Inc.
742 SW 16th Avenue Miami, Florida 33135

ArtCenter Annual Winning Art Benefit Raffle and Silent Auction 5/15/10

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Want to get lucky?
Winning Art! Benefit Raffle
Saturday May 15 7-10 pm

Raffle Drawing and Silent Auction
An annual ArtCenter tradition – every one of the 40 paintings, drawings or sculptures in the exhibition is available for as little as one $10 tax-deductible raffle ticket. Choose the piece you want, buy a ticket, and try and win art!

A fantastic night filled with music, food, silent auctions, and fun for everyone. Everybody wins because all proceeds support education programs for children and special needs audiences – and it’s tax deductible!

And, don’t miss $5 raffle tickets to win one of five watches from ICE, the official timekeeper of the 2010 Winning Art! reception.

Tickets are available for purchase through May 15th in the 800 Lincoln Road gallery, by phone at 306.674.8278, or visit the studio of any Artist-in-Residence.

Silent auction featuring items from Nespresso, Harold Golen Gallery, Kiehls, Genius Jones, The Viceroy, Magic City Casino, Taschen Books, Museum of Contemporary Art,The Miami Institute , Miami Art Museum, and many others…..

ArtCenter/ South Florida Gallery
800 Lincoln Road at Meridian Avenue, Miami Beach
Winners don’t need to be present to win. But it’s a lot more fun if you are!

Free Kids Portrait Workshop by Charo Oquet at Edge Zones 5/22/10

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CHARO OQUET, born in Dominican Republic is a Miami-based interdisciplinary artist. Her work has been extensively exhibited internationally and reviewed and is included in many books and catalogs. Oquet has had numerous solo exhibitions in Museums in galleries around the world. Her work is in many museum collections in the US and in abroad. She is the recipient of several fellowships and awards most recently: Florida State Artists Fellowship; State of Florida Artists Enhancement Grant; S. Florida Cultural Consortium 2005 Visual and Media Artists Fellowship; Creative Capital Grant; S. Florida Cultural and Artists Access Grant. QE II Arts Council of N.Z. Artist Fellowship 84, 85 and 86. She received a BFA from Florida International University.

With the support of the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade County Mayor and Board of County Commissioners.

Edge Zones | 47 NE 25TH ST | MIAMI | FL | 33137

Literary Nights Series presents Neil de la Flor 5/21/10

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Literary Nights Series presents Neil de la Flor
Zu Galeria Fine Arts cordially invites you to Neil de la Flor’s book launch of
Almost Dorothy

Friday, May 21, 8pm
Neil will read his poetry and offer an impromptu writing workshop.
Refreshments will be served.

Neil’s first solo book, Almost Dorothy (Marsh Hawk Press, 2010) won the Marsh Hawk Press Poetry Prize. He also co-authored, with Maureen Seaton, Sinead O’Connor and Her Coat of a Thousand Bluebirds (forthcoming 2011, Firewheel Editions), winner of the 2010 Sentence Book Award. Neil teaches at Miami Dade College and Nova Southeastern University. His favorite word is ham and his favorite food is grilled squid.

About Almost Dorothy: “I like the naughtiness of de la Flor’s poetics: the speaker’s wordplay is double-speak and double-entendre, and no dust ever settles on a single meaning. Almost Dorothy is a challenging and unsettling reading experience, but there are plenty of cues and clues along the way to keep the reader constantly alert and sometimes startled…”
–Rigoberto Gonzalez

For more information go to Neil’s website at www.neildelaflor.com
zu galeria fine arts | 2248 SW 8th St. | Miami | FL | 33135

MOCA Time For Design Urban Beautification Through Street Art 5/19/10

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MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART, NORTH MIAMI
TIME FOR DESIGN
Urban Beautification Through Street Art
May 19, 2010 7-9 pmJoin us for a panel discussion featuring Wynwood developer Tony Goldman and artists Brandon Opalka, Space, Cruz and Books Bishof for a conversation about the evolution of street art in Wynwood, and the powerful presence it has in the neighborhood. Topics will include: graffiti and aerosol art, the Wynwood Walls Project and the impact street art has on its surrounding neighborhood.

FREE WITH MUSEUM ADMISSION

RSVP recommended : rsvp@mocanomi.org or 305 893 6211

Reception hosted by ArtNexus immediately following Time for Design
12500 NE 8th Avenue, North Miami, 2nd Floor

MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART, NORTH MIAMI
Joan Lehman Building / 770 NE 125th Street, North Miami, Florida 33161 / info@mocanomi.org

Claire Fontaine Economies Opening Reception at MOCA 6/3/10

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Claire Fontaine : Economies
Opening Reception June 3, 7-9 pm

Selected as a season highlight by ARTFORUM magazine, Claire Fontaine: Economies is the first comprehensive U.S. museum exhibition of the collective artist Claire Fontaine, formed in Paris in 2004. Working in neon, video, sculpture, painting, and text, Claire Fontaine uses an aesthetic language that questions authorship by filling pre-existing art forms with political content.

The exhibition is organized by MOCA, North Miami and is curated by MOCA Associate Curator Ruba Katrib. Call 305.893.6211 or email rsvp@mocanomi.org to RSVP for the opening reception.

MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART, NORTH MIAMI
Joan Lehman Building / 770 NE 125th Street, North Miami, Florida 33161 / info@mocanomi.org

Hilo and Sipping Fury from a Tea Cup at The Byron Carlyle Theater 6/5/10

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“Miami On Stage”
Presenting South Florida Performing Artists
Saturday, June 5th … a Theater Night with Two Premiers
Hilo (Thread) and Sipping Fury from a Tea Cup

Buy Tickets Here.
Date & Time: 06/05/2010 8:00 PM
Byron Carlyle Theater
500 71st Street
Miami Beach

“Hilo” by Jose Manuel Dominguez, directed by Lucia Aratanha
Hilo (Thread) is a physical theatre project that uses movement, poetry, visual art and sound to express subjects of evolution, adjustment, modification, and adaptation to change for the sake of survival. Having lost his eyesight many years ago, writer and actor José Manuel Domínguez juxtaposes his own memories with mythological characters, and incites the audience to contemplate their own limitations and possibilities of transformation. Directed by Lucia Aratanha, “Hilo” develops in a non-traditional format. Aratanha conceptualized a set with carefully woven ropes, constructing imaginary chambers and passageways like the Labyrinth in the Greek mythology. It through this maze of ropes that the scenes move from dream to reality with no apparent chronology as a metaphor to our own mind where memories and dreams mingle. “Hilo” puts into play the realm of myths known and unknown, a world of fatal choices and unexpected mystery.

José Manuel Domínguez is graduated from the Instituto Superior de Arte, Havana, Cuba having Vicente Revuelta as his mentor. José Manuel was a member of the controversial and avant-garde theatre troupe Teatro El Publico with director Carlos Diaz. Their polemic productions were staged in Cuba, Spain and Brazil.

Lucia Aratanha arrived from her native Brazil to Miami in the 1990’s with 20 years of experience as a performer, choreographer and director. Her work has been presented at the International Hispanic Theatre Festival and Miami Light Project Here & Now Festival. Lucia had the pleasure to collaborate with artists Ricky J. Martinez, Giovanni Luquini, Gary Lund and Pablo Cano. “Hilo” is the third collaboration between José Manuel Domínguez and Lucia Aratanha.

Sipping Fury from a Tea Cup
created by Elizabeth Doud and Jennylin Duany and performed by Elizabeth Doud and Carlos Caballero

Sipping Fury from a Tea Cup is a tale of a woman, a tea cup, and a roiling pot of fertility, mutiny, destiny and honey bees, which takes place in a not so impossible future when there are no honey bees left and our pollination systems become fantastic, reckless and uncertain. Imagine a world where there are no longer any bees. Imagine a day when the pastures of plenty that we think of as guaranteed to us cease to mature into fruits and vegetables. Imagine a day when you only have enough viable soil to fit into a teacup. In the absence of these principle pollinators of the edible species we rely on for our food, and for our food’s food, the anti-heroine of our story toils in the search for revived fertility for her and the planet. This multi-disciplinary performance work explores the mystery of the disappearance of bee colonies (known as Colony Collapse Disorder), and what lengths one might go to in order to rescue our planet’s best and most threatened fertility mechanisms.

Elizabeth Doud is a performer and writer who has been influenced by many contemporary literary and movement forms, and the culture and practice of Flamenco and Capoeira. She is an independent artist and was co-Artistic Director of the Miami based Las Negras Theater Collective with collaborator Jennylin Duany. Doud arrived in Miami in 1996 to launch an unrelenting performance and collaborative stint, creating, producing and touring over a dozen original performance productions locally, nationally and abroad.

Carlos Caballero, is graduate of the Instituto Superior de Arte de la Habana. Carlos has worked as an actor in theater and specifically with Teatro El Publico and La Ventana in Cuba. Carlos has performed in over 20 plays including plays by Shakespeare, Garcia Lorca, Cocteau, and other. He has worked extensively in film and television in Italy, Spain, Brazil, Panama, Peru, Mexico, and the United States.

Tickets: $20 General Admission, $15 students (under 25) and seniors (over 65), with I.D. Purchase through Ticketmaster at www.ticketmaster.com and by phone (800) 745-3000 (service charges apply), or in-person (no service charges) at the Byron Carlyle Theater day of show at 4:00 p.m. and in advance at the Colony Theatre box office, 1040 Lincoln Road. Miami Beach from 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. A limited number of $15 discounted general admission tickets are available for 33141 zip code buyers with I.D. in-person at all theater box offices only. Group rates are available by calling 305 316 6165
Buy Now

Spanish Reds with Amigos Miami Beach Veiled Wine Society 5/15/10

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DI SANTO, LLP AND RICE HOUSE OF KABOB PRESENT:
“SPANISH REDS WITH AMIGOS”
“AN OPEN CORK, AN OPEN HEART”
Saturday MAY 15th, 2010
100% OF ALL MONIES COLLECTED WILL BE DONATED TO AMIGOS FOR KIDS CHARITY

CLUB PLAY
1045 5th Street
Miami Beach, FL 33139
8PM sharp!

The Charity: Amigos For Kids® is a nonprofit organization dedicated to preventing child abuse and neglect by valuing children, strengthening families and educating communities. Why doesAmigos For Kids exist? Sadly, because children across the country continue to be victims of child abuse. National statistics indicate that abuse and/or neglect is the second leading cause of death among children and of those victims 85 % are under the age of four.

In 2008, Amigos became an affiliate of the National Council of La Raza (NCLR), the largest Hispanic civil rights and advocacy organization in the United States. Today, Amigos For Kidshas evolved into a mainstream nonprofit and its child abuse prevention message now reaches communities across the country – no matter their ethnicity or native language.

A word about our venue, Club Play: Club Play is the ideal setting for an array of events. The facility offers an unparalleled experience in quintessential South Beach and New York style through a successful mix of sensational yet distinctive nightclub/lounge concept. The management at Club Play has graciously welcomed The Miami Beach Veiled Wine Society and is excited about contributing to the community by allowing us to hold events at their establishment.

Parking: Valet parking will be available for a reduced cost of $10. Additionally, a municipal parking lot is conveniently located directly across the street from Club Play.

Two ways to RSVP:
Facebook: (Go the event invite on our page listed under the “events” section)

Email mbveiledwinesociety@gmail.com

SPONSORS:
Di Santo, LLP (Attorneys at Law)
1000 Fifth Street, Suite 200
Miami Beach, FL 33139
cbruno@disantolaw.com

Rice House of Kabob
1318 Alton Rd
Miami Beach, FL 33139

Fresh on Fifth Deli
458 Ocean Dr
Miami Beach, FL 33139

ONLY 2-3 players per team – (with a designated driver if needed)
A $10 suggested donation per person at the door (of course you can give more) to benefit Amigos For Kids (100% of the donated funds will go directly to the charity.)

Here’s how it works: Registration begins at 8pm SHARP and the event will begin at 9pm. If you are still in line and not registered by 9pm, you will be unable to compete, but you may participate. As a result, latecomers will be unable to compete for the winnings. The bottom line is: please arrive on time!

Each team of 2-3, must bring 3 bottles of the EXACT SAME Spanish Red (any red wine grape from the country of Spain). For example, a team may bring 3 bottles of Vega Sindoa Tempranillo/Merlot. Remember, it’s 3 bottles total per team and teams can consist of 2 to 3 people.

If you are alone and need to be part of a team to participate, let us know in your RSVP, and we will try to pair you up with someone else.
Also, please remember to think of a team name before arriving!
Food will NOT be served other than cheese and bread. Eat before arriving, or you may pay for it.

Upon arrival, the teams will first register. Subsequently, all 3 bottles will be given to the volunteers, who wrap two bottles to conceal the wine’s label. The wrapped bottles will have a number randomly assigned to them and will then be set out for tasting. The third bottle will be left unopened and will not be tasted or displayed.

Each team will be given a card and assigned to a specific group (A or B). The team will then participate in tasting the wine from their group. All the numbered wines for each group will be displayed on the board. At the end of the tasting period, each team must write down the number ranking of his or her favorite wine and least favorite wine. Cards will be collected and selections tallied.

The team that brought the top wine will take home 75% of the unopened bottles of wine. The second place team will take home 25% of the unopened bottles. The team that brought the least favorite bottle of wine will take back his or her unopened bottle of wine.

If 2 (or more) teams bring the same wine, it shouldn’t matter. The rankings can still differ depending upon the temperature of the wine, how it was stored, how long it has been open, etc.

Please remember, teams can consist of UP TO 3 PEOPLE ONLY. If, for example, 4 people wish to participate, they would be considered 2 teams; thus, they will need to bring 6 bottles to enter the event. This rule will be STRICTLY enforced at the door.

Finally, if you prefer to drink out of glasses, bring your own glass as you will be able to clean your glass between tastings. We will have plastic cups available for those who do not bring a wine glass. We look forward to seeing you and please arrive on time or you will miss the competition!

MBVWS
REMEMBER THE 3 GOLDEN RULES:
1) Come with a team (and a team name!) of 2-3 people!!
2) Bring 3 of the EXACT SAME wines per team!!
3) Read and understand the rules BEFORE arriving.
(Copyright: “Bacchanalian Society of Cincinnati; Kevin Ghassomian et. al.”)

Concert for Camillus by The Coffee House Gypsies 6/9/10

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Concert for Camillus by The Coffee House Gypsies

On Wednesday, June 9, 2010 @ 9:00 PM the legendary TOBACCO ROAD will once again host a COFFEE HOUSE GYPSIES concert for a cause.
This time the focus is on South Florida’s “Community In Need” and Camillus House.
The show will be an acoustic-themed performance featuring various special musical guests and an appearance by folk diva, Omine Keager.
The event takes place on the second floor at 626 South Miami Avenue in Miami, doors open at 8:30 PM.
All-you-can-eat BBQ rib dinners will be served for just $10.99.
Advanced tickets are $7 each and available from TIX@CoffeeHouseGypsies.com.
Admission at the door is $10. Must be 21 or older to attend.

Last December, at 11.8 percent, the Florida unemployment rate was the highest it had ever been since 1975: up 0.3 percent from November and a whopping 4.2 percent from December 2008. The Examiner referred to Miami-Dade as “one of the places most affected by the nation’s economic downturn.” Serving the South Florida community since 1960, Camillus House is a non-profit organization that provides humanitarian services to men, women and children who are poor and homeless. Camillus offers a full continuum of services that includes food, shelter, housing, rehabilitative treatment, and health care. Each service is carried out with the deeply held belief that every human being deserves love, respect and an opportunity to live a dignified life.

Active in Miami’s live music scene since 1997 they have performed in New York City and all over South Florida. They were the only band to-date to win nine Status QuO South Florida Live Music Awards with nominations in ten categories. In 2009 South Florida’s Sun Sentinnel called them “a band of nomads who keep moving to different musical genres” and The Miami Herald said “CHG’s sound is reminiscent of The Eagles, Fleetwood Mac and The Mamas and the Papas,” referring to them as “a quintessential jam band.” Miami New Times said “Fans of Fleetwood Mac, the Mamas and the Papas, and 97.3 FM should dig this group without question. Their harmonies, both vocal and instrumental, are soothing and give a generally upbeat feel”

Band music, free downloads, and online videos are available at: www.CoffeeHouseGypsies.com

Camillus House is the largest and most comprehensive provider of humanitarian services to persons who are poor and homeless in South Florida. Established in 1960 to meet the needs of Cuban exiles, Camillus has grown from a small soup kitchen into a full service agency offering comprehensive services countywide. Today, Camillus serves more than 12,000 persons each year at 16 locations throughout the County, and each night, more than 1,100 persons rest safely under a Camillus roof. The services offered by Camillus House and sister agency, Camillus Health Concern, include housing, primary health care, behavioral health treatment, employment services, and basic emergency services such as food, clothing, shelter and companionship. Camillus’s mission is to serve the hardest-to reach and poorest members of the community by giving them the hope and support they need to begin the long and often difficult transition to a new life and ultimate self-sufficiency.

Last year Camillus provided: 600,000 free meals. 4,700 patients quality health care through Camillus Health Concern. 110 persons substance abuse & mental health treatment (8 of every 10 successfully graduated). 280 persons successfully placed in gainful employment. A new Courtyard program which provided 740 street homeless men and women food, clothing, medical care, security services as well as pathways into housing, treatment and job placement to break the cycle.
For more information about Camillus visit: www.Camillus.org or email: SamGil@Camillus.org

Tobacco Road is Miami’s oldest bar. It has survived hurricanes and prohibition and seen eras of presidents dating back to William Howard Taft. Throughout its 96+ year history, artists like George Clinton and Koko Taylor have made appearances at the local venue, turning it into ‘the place where local legend and history meet live music’. Most recently Miami’s Cuban singer and icon, Gloria Estefan, was seen celebrating her birthday at The Road. And the upstairs Cabaret (where the concert will take place) is rumored to have once been the favorite hangout of gangster Al Capone and his associates.

For more information about Tobacco Road please visit www.Tobacco-Road.com or call 305-374-1198.

Check donations for Camillus will be accepted at the CHG concert and should be made payable to CAMILLUS. Local companies wanting to make a corporate donation to Camillus can get show tickets for donating. For more information about donations for tickets please contact TIX@CoffeeHouseGypsies.com.

Tickets to this show are on sale now. For ticket information please contact TIX@CoffeeHouseGypsies.com

The Miami Music Festival 11/12-14/10

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The Miami Music Festival

November 12-14, 2010

Evening events require a $10 cover charge. $15 wristbands available at each venue, for access to all venues on one evening
Daytime events in Bayfront Park require at $12 admission for adults and a $6 admission for children under 42″ for sale at The Bayfront Park Amphitheater
$25 wristbands purchased in advance via this website allow all-access to evening and daytime events at every venue plus Bayfront Park.
Admission is free for the kick-off concert at the Tina Hills Pavillion in Bayfront Park on Friday, November 12, 2010 at 5:30P
Purchase Tickets Online Now.

Venue List
Bardot ; 3456 N. Miami Ave, Miami, FL 33127
Bayfront Park Amphitheater; 301 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33132
Blush; 66 SW 6 Street, Miami, FL 33130
Bougainvillea’s; 7221 SW 58th Ave South, Miami, FL 33143
Cafeina; 297 NW 23rd Street, Miami, FL 33127
Charcoal Studio ; 2135 Northwest 1st Ave, Miami, FL 33127
Churchill’s; 5501 Northeast 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33137
Club Play; 1045 5th Street Street, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Flavour; 2895 McFarlane Road, Coconut Grove, FL 33133
Gemma; 529 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Globe Café & Bar; 377 Alhambra Circle, Coral Gables, FL 33134
Hotel Victor; 1144 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Hoy Como Ayer ; 2212 SW 8th Street, Miami, FL 33135
Hyatt Regency Miami Ballroom; 400 Southeast 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33131
Jada Coles; 2224 Coral Way, Miami, FL 33145
John Martin’s; 253 Miracle Mile, Miami, FL 33134
Kill Your Idol; 222 Espanola Way, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Kimbarakumbara; 1644 SW 8th Street, Miami, FL 33135
La Casa de Tula; 1513 SW 8 Street, Miami, FL 33134
Lounge 46; 190 NE 46th St Miami, Miami, FL 33137
Love Hate; 423 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Miami Beach Community Church ; 1620 Drexel Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Sobe Live; 1203 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
1020 Music Boxx at The Clevelander Hotel; 1020 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33139
The Grove Spot; 3324 Virginia Street, Miami, FL 33133
The Place; 833 SW 29th Ave, Miami, FL 33135
The Stage; 170 NE 38th Street, Miami, FL 33137
Tina Hills Pavillion; 301 N Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33131
Titanic; 5813 Ponce De Leon Blvd, Coral Gables, FL 33146
Tobacco Road; 626 S Miami Ave, Miami, FL 33130
Transit; 729 Southwest 1st Ave, Miami, FL 33130
Van Dyke Café; 846 Lincoln Road, Miami, FL 33139
Vinyl & Kai; 1131 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Yuca; 501 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach, FL 33139

Second annual event featuring diverse genres of new music will take place November 12-14 as key part of “Live Music Month in Miami”

Soul Of Miami Showcase!

MMF partners include Miami New Times, The State of Florida Film & Entertainment Office, Miami-Dade County Office of Cultural Affairs, The City of Miami Office of Cultural Affairs, The Miami-Dade Office of Film and Entertainment, The Miami Downtown Development Authority, The Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau, FilMiami

Organizers of the second annual Miami Music Festival will present more than 500 performances by new and developing artists in an expanded roster of venues throughout the city. The showcase will take place November 12-14 during the newly designated “Live Music Month in Miami” and will include two daytime sessions on five stages in Bayfront Park and a show at the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts.

A music industry and artists’ conference will take place at the Hyatt Regency Miami, the festival’s headquarters hotel, Friday, November 12, and Saturday, November 13. Musicians may submit showcase applications, register for the conference, and reserve discounted stays at the Hyatt at miamimusicfestival.org beginning May 15.

Partners include Miami New Times, The State of Florida Film & Entertainment Office, Miami-Dade County Office of Cultural Affairs, The City of Miami Office of Cultural Affairs, The Miami-Dade Office of Film and Entertainment, The Miami Downtown Development Authority, The Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau, and FilMiami. The Miami Music Festival and Conference is also produced in cooperation with the Recording Academy, The Urban Network, and performing rights organizations ASCAP, BMI, and SoundExchange.

Performing at showcase festivals has become important for independent musicians who are using new media tools to produce, distribute and market their own music in an effort to reach broad audiences and raise awareness among music industry executives. Events such as the MMF attract discerning audiences to hear new acts or new music from established acts. South by Southwest in Austin, Texas, is just one example of a gathering that has provided opportunities to network with other artists and gain distribution opportunities.

“The MMF will again present an amazing array of rock, alternative, and singer/songwriter acts but will feature in equal measure Latin, urban, Caribbean, and jazz artists,” said the festival’s CEO, Irwin Kornfeld. “Miami’s live music scene continues to develop and grow, and the MMF is growing with it.”

Said Miami New Times publisher Kevin Thornburg: “As the most authoritative voice in the marketplace for the live music scene, we are honored to be a part of the Miami Music Festival. Miami already hosts an array of world-class film, art, food, and electronic music events, and the only missing piece was a live music event like the MMF.”

“The development of Miami’s live music community is important to the vibrancy of this city. Our great clubs and restaurants are the reason why so many people want to visit and live here, and live music is again becoming one of their best attractions. This is why our organization and so many others here have been supporting the growth of The Miami Music Festival. We welcome the festival’s artists, sponsors and members of the world’s music industry and look forward to offering them Downtown Miami’s warmest hospitality,” said Alyce Robertson, Executive Director of the Miami Downtown Development Authority.

The inaugural MMF in December 2009 attracted more than 18,000 attendees to see 270 acts in 75 shows on 25 stages. Here is some feedback from last year’s participants:

“I have been managing bands for eight years and brought SELBY to your festival. We had a great experience with the venues, the conference, and your MMF Staff. Because of their appearance, NBC has asked SELBY to perform at Relay for Life in February and to perform again on the NBC Miami 6 morning show. Thank you, MMF! The conference was well-thought-out, as so many aspects of the industry were covered — the A&R and publishing segments were standouts. We were well informed and left with the tools and connections promised. Thank you for a great experience, and we hope to be back @ MMF next year!” — Annie Robinson, CEO of Cobalt Management, for SELBY

“After our MMF show, a member of Diddy’s camp introduced himself and booked us on the spot for Diddy’s Superbowl party for music industry insiders and celebrities!” — the Basiqs

“Our band had a great time and appreciate all your efforts in making Miami Music Festival a great success. From the D’Addario Stage to the Rolling Stone Showcase, it was terrific. We would love to come back for Miami Music Fest 2010” — the Adam Lasher Band

“Thanks for having us out for the MMF 2009. We appreciated the support. MMF Music conference was especially helpful. We attended many panels and received incredible knowledge. We look forward to MMF 2010. Thank you!” — La Paz

“First off, let me say how PROUD I am that the MMF was even thought about! I left South Florida in an attempt to get my music heard. I have been singing back-up for Joss Stone for six years. I was so excited to learn of this conference. I want to thank the organizers of this event for showing what South Florida has to offer. I also need to say what a BRILLIANT idea it was to utilize different venues so that these independent artists can see what venues are out there and give the venue owners a chance to see what quality artists they can have play there. I thoroughly enjoyed every aspect of the MMF, and I hope to be involved with MMF again. Thank you for the opportunity!” — Antonia Jenae

Conference speakers and festival sponsors will be announced in the coming weeks.

About Miami Music Festival
The Miami Music Festival is a three-day, multi-stage event and emerging artists’ conference taking place November 12-14, 2010. The festival, which is open to the public, will be held at various venues across Miami, featuring a variety of music genres by musicians hailing from Florida, the U.S. and around the world. The Miami Music Festival conference for emerging artists at the Hyatt Regency Miami will offer a series of panels, master classes, workshops and interactive sessions designed to give musicians hands-on instruction and information about navigating the new music industry. In 2009, the festival entertained 18,000 people with 270 acts across 75 shows and 25 stages. This November, the Miami Music Festival will serve as the centerpiece of “Live Music Month in Miami”, the city’s cooperative effort to support live music and emerging artists. For more information, please visit www.miamimusicfestival.org.

Maybach Music Latino Launch Party at The White Room 5/30/10

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Come join us for the launching of Maybach Music Latino with the Maybach Music Group Family!
May 30, 2010 at 10pm to May 31, 2010 at 5am
The White Room
Organized By: Urban Union, LLC.
Come join us for the launching of Maybach Music Latino with the Maybach Music Group Family!

Hosted by Def Jam Recording artist: Gunplay Of Triple C’S!
With special live performances by: UB & Destinee of THC, Uncle Sam’s Favorite “Nephew”, Rich Kidd, Threat Chicos, Spoat of Poe Boy, Lee Major of Boss Grind, Sheyla, & More!
Music By: Dj Mega Mix

Special invited guests include: The Boss Ricky Ross, Torch, & Young Breed, Dj Sam Sneak, Masspike Miles, Deuce Pound Quis, Scotty Boi, Dj Khaled, Ace Hood, Brodae Ent., & More!

More Info and RSVP.

Miami Nightlife

Pearl Sundays At Club O1 5/16/10

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PEARL SUNDAYS AT CLUB O1
May 16 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

Miami Nightlife

Dancing In Miami At Nikki Music Every Sunday Night 5/16/10

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Dancing In Miami At Nikki Music Every Sundays Night
May 16 2010, From 7 pm to 5 am
Nikki Beach Miami
One Ocean Drive
Miami Beach Florida 33139
305 538 1111
www.nikkibeach.com

Nikki Beach proudly presesnts Special Guest DJ Cocodrills and residents Felipe Kaval & Bruno this Sunday night at the hottest party on Miami Beach!

For Bottle Service please email viptables.miami@nikkibeach.com

Miami Nightlife

O1 Saturdays O at Club O1 5/15/10

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O1 Saturdays – O at Club O1
May 15 2010, From 11 pm to 5 am
club o1
One Ocean Drive
Miami Beach Florida 33139
305 538 1111
WWW.CLUBO1.COM

Saturday May 15th 2010 From 11 pm to 5 am,Club O1 transforms into an aquatic lair of theatrics and surrealism, where all guests will take stage.

Introducing O at O1, a Cirque du Soleil inspired night designed by Miami’s top interactive entertainment group, Circ X. Music by J Felix.

VIPTABLES.MIAMI@nikkibeach.com

Miami Nightlife

2010 Wings Over Homestead Air Show 11/6-7/10

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2010 Wings Over Homestead Air Show
November 6 & 7, 9am to 5pm
Homestead Air Reserve Base
29050 Coral Sea Blvd
Homestead Fl, 33039
www.wingsoverhomestead.com

Jaw-dropping precision aerobatics will be highlighted against a backdrop of jet sound as the U.S. Navy’s Blue Angels headline an all-star list of performers at the Homestead Air Reserve Base “Wings Over Homestead” air show Nov. 6-7, 2010. This is a FREE event and open to the public!

The 482nd Fighter Wing, which maintains and operates Homestead Air Reserve Base, FL, is a combat-ready Air Force Reserve unit located 25 miles south of Miami. The wing consists of approximately 1,800 military and civilian members who reside here in South Florida.

Blue Angels – A Blue Angels flight demonstration exhibits choreographed refinements of skills possessed by all naval aviators. It includes the graceful aerobatic maneuvers of the four-plane Diamond Formation, in concert with the fast-paced, high-performance maneuvers of its two Solo Pilots. Finally, the team illustrates the pinnacle of precision flying, performing maneuvers locked as a unit in the renowned, six-jet Delta Formation…

Golden Knights – The United States Army Parachute Team, nicknamed and commonly known as the Golden Knights, is a demonstration and competition parachute team of the United States Army. It consists of demonstration and competition Parachutist teams, drawn from US Army Paratroopers who have demonstrated excellence in their parachuting skills…

Complex Simplicity at Colombostile 5/20/10

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Complex Simplicity
5/20/10, 6:00pm
Colombostile
4500 Biscayne Blvd, Miami,FL
www.colombostile.com

World-renowned and long time Miami Artist and Activist Noel, will unveil his New Collection “COMPLEX SIMPLICITY”. Do not miss an exciting evening, and experience a new body of work from this Miami Beach’s Pioneer on May 20th at Colombostile.

As the name of this collection says it, this time the complexity, movement, fluidity, bold strokes, theatrical influences, and carefully crafted anatomy that Noel is known for, will be seen in a totally new and simpler approach. For those that know his work well, it will be hard to categorize Noelʼs works as simple. In this collection, simplicity comes about in the execution, choice and application of colors, texture and strokes, that are quite far from the précised and controlled ones used in the past. As a result of a very unique piece Noel created for his exhibitʼs main sponsor (pictured on invite) OOK Fine Art Hardware, the use of bright metallic paints for the highlights, will create an intense contrast against the richest and monochromatic tones of the oils. The result has an almost POP feeling, as POP as this classical artist can get. Noel will also be introducing four paintings that had been in the works for several years now, his homage to the Four Elements…not to be missed!!!

The stage for Noelʼs new collection couldnʼt be more appropriate. COLOMBOSTILE, a Milan based design house known worldwide for their amazing and unique creations, materials, and perfectly hand made pieces, offers a unique way to live luxury and exclusivity. All made in Italy, their pieces are works of arts, adorning many residences, hotels and even palaces throughout the world. Noel was very pleased, when COLOMBOSTILE invited him to exhibit his new collection at their Miami sala di esposizione…”there is no better place for me to show this collection.”

Noel is one of those artists whose work is constantly evolving. As a result of traveling with his exhibits extensible all over, Noel has the fortune to be exposed to the creativity and energy that is constantly present all over the World, especially throughout Europe. “the best thing that can happen to an artist, is to travel as much as possible and realized how endless and amazing our World is”

For the past four years, Noel has been doing Guest Solo exhibits on the Connoisseur Luxury Liners of Princess, Cunard, Holland American, and P&O, where he is represented by Global Fine Arts. Here, Noel is in the company of contemporary Masters the likes of Alexandra Nechita, Martiros, Peter Max, Bill Mack, Howard Behrens and Pierre Matisse. Noel was invited twice to be the Guest Solo Artist on the Queen Mary 2 for the New York City to London crossings.

His gallery representation and popularity is in constant growth, as it is his creativity. This past June, Noel was invited by Crisolart Gallery that represents him in Barcelona, to be part of the prestigious International Art Expo at The Louvre’s Carrousel in Paris, an opportunity most artistsʼ only dream of. The European Library of Artists selected Noel for the 2007-2008-2009 editions of their “100 Contemporary Artists of the World” book. In March of 2010, Noel was chosen as one of the artist for the first edition of the book “100 Artists of the Male Image” written by Eric Gibbons, and published by Firehouse Studios Publications. This early South Beach pioneer and staple of the Miami art scene is in constant evolution, which to no surprise, his national and international appeal keeps growing, and the demand of his works escalating worldwide.

The Museum of the Americas Salon de Mayo 2010 5/14/10

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The Museum of the Americas cordially invites you and your guests to the opening of the exhibition “Salón de Mayo 2010”
(May International Art Exhibition)
featuring
Patricia Azabache Romero (Peru), Hugo Bautista-Sandoval (Colombia),
Jeannette Berndsen (The Netherlands), Luciano Boccardini (Italy),
Wilson Calderon (Colombia), Eva Castell (Argentina),
Cokee (Jorge Monroe) (Chile/USA), Jose Luis Cravero (Argentina),
Ana Cuevas (Mexico), Mika Drimer (Israel), Juan Eizaguirre (Spain),
El Vampi (Cesar Rodriguez) (Venezuela), Eni Heighes (Peru),
Elizabeth Gavotti (Venezuela), Laura Hidalgo (Italy),
Randa Yordi de Israwi (Venezuela),
Hector Lopez Figueroa (Puerto Rico), Marta Melniczuk (Germany),
Julio Natera (Dominican Republic),
Pancho (Francisco Varela) (Cuba/USA),
Hector Rafael (Puerto Rico), Shahla Rosa (U.S.A.),
Tony Ruano (Cuba/USA),
Pilar Segura (Spain) and Yaki Yaskvloski (Argentina)

on Friday, May 14 from 6:30 PM to 10:00 PM
Free admission to the reception and free parking.
This exhibition starts on Froday, May 7 ending on Saturday, May 29.
Museum hours: Tuesday-Friday, 11-5 – Saturdays by appointment only

MUSEUM OF THE AMERICAS
2500 NW 79 AVE #104 – #108 – Doral, FL 33122 – U.S.A.
Tel. 305.599.8089 –
Americasmuseum@aol.com
www.museumamericas.org

Crepe and Wine Tasting at CrepeMaker 5/14/10

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SUNBOX Eleven Winery…
taking wine to eleven.
FRIDAY NIGHT CREPE & WINE TASTING
Friday, May 14, 2010 (6:00pm – 8:00pm)
Cr̻peMaker (8247 Southwest 124th Street РMiami, FL)

Please join Sunny & Chef Superdave for a deeeeee-lish crepe & boutique wine tasting event, where handmade crepes will be perfectly paired by Chef Superdave with the following Sunbox Eleven wines:
the muse 2007 Petite Sirah, Eaglepoint Ranch, Mendocino
the salesman 2008 Pinot Noir, La Encantada Vineyard, Sta. Rita Hills
the maverick 2008 White Rhone Blend, Alder Springs Vineyard, Mendocino

COST: $5.00 COVER CHARGE per person for the tasting, which will be applied to any crepe or wine purchase in the cafe. Must be at least 21 year old to participate.

CrêpeMaker is home of the held-held crepe…fast, fresh, healthy and delicious! They have a phenomenal selection of savory and sweet crepes to meet every craving, with reasonably priced wines to match. Join us!
TO RSVP VIA FACEBOOK

GUESTS WELCOME, SO SHARE WITH FRIENDS!
THANKS AGAIN FOR FOLLOWING OUR STORY!
ONE PERSON CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE…OUR SUCCESS IS BECAUSE OF YOU!

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
Facebook: Sunny Fraser / Chef Superdave Gordon
Facebook Fan Page: SUNBOX ELEVEN WINERY (Chef Created…Muse Inspired)
Facebook Group: SUNBOX Eleven Winery
Tweet Sunny: @SunnySUNBOX
Tweet Chef Superdave: @ChefSuperdave
Tweet us: @SUNBOX11Winery
SUNBOX eleven Winery | 7430 Southwest 142nd Terrace | Miami | FL | 33158

Exxxotica Industry Party at Tantra 5/14/10

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SPECIAL EVENT:
5th Annual Industry Party
Friday Night, May 14th, 2010
To place yourself on the guest list, click here.
Tantra has a limited capacity, to purchase a VIP table, call 305.788.3673.

GUARANTEE YOUR VIP EXPERIENCE BY RESERVING YOUR VIP TABLE TODAY.
CALL or TEXT 305.788.3673 or visit http://SeanFord.com to RSVP.

For more information, please call/text Sean Ford at 305.788.3673.

2010 marks the 5th annual edition of the Official eXXXotica Industry Party by Sean Ford and Fernie Franco Last year’s party was so much fun we needed a venue capable of making this the biggest party yet. What better place than Tantra? Home of our famous Saturday SPOT parties for years, this venue offers that VIP feel that this event deserves.

Special VIP access will be available to those who place themselves on the official guest list at SeanFord.com.

Miami Nightlife

Aquabooty Miami & the Electric Pickle present King Britt and Guests Saturn Never Sleeps 5/14/10

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Friday May 16th
Aquabooty Miami & the Electric Pickle present:

Philadelphia legendary dj/ producer
KING BRITT (Saturn never sleeps/ Fivesix Media)

w/ opening sets by: Jason & Sheldon (Lust4house/ Miami)
& tomas of Aquabooty (Magic City Disco/ Miami)

doors 9pm – 5am
The Electric Pickle
2826 N Miami Ave Miami Fl 33127

Miami Nightlife

Supermarket and Metro 1 present Swap Miami at Cafeina 5/22/10

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Swap Miami
Saturday May 22, 2010 from 12pm-6pm
Cafeina
297 NW 23rd Street, Wynwood (Miami’s Art District), 33127

Swap Miami// The first of its kind in South Florida: an eco chic fashion and furniture event where you get to swap your finest items for free!!

Have the opportunity to swap for the coolest items ranging from chic vintage goods, accessories, home decor and accent pieces to high end retail!

All left over items will be donated to charity. Swap Miami will take place a few times year, to help you live sustainably, clean out your closet and declutter all while refreshing your wardrobe and home decor.

We all have things we really don’t need. So now is your chance to de-clutter, simplify and clean out your closet! We have a strict quality policy and will only accept items that are gently used and fashionable for our swappers.

The website for event info, swap drop locations and to purchase tickets visit the event website at www.swapmiami.com

For more info: 305.420.5110 or info@supermarketcreative.com

Open to the Public.

Stand Up For Kids presents Art Is Life at Bakehouse Art Complex 5/28/10

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StandUp for Kids Presents
ART IS LIFE – Fri May 28, 2010
7:00 VIP Reception | 8:30 Gallery Opening
Bakehouse Art Complex, 561 NW 32nd St, Wynwood – Miami
Featuring Artist Stephen Gamson +170 student art contest entries + art by the youth we serve
Food Stations by Smith & Wollensky and other Fine Establishments
Live Music by Arboles Libres, Sirens & Sealions, and more
Live Paintings | Silent Auction & Raffle | Dress: Miami Chic

ABOUT THE EVENT: ART IS LIFE is our second annual night that celebrates the power of art to put a face on youth homelessness here in Miami, where over 3,100 kids are registered as homeless in public schools. You’ll be treated to an elegant and inspiring evening with food, drink, chances to bid and win exquisite prizes, and plenty of entertainment. ART IS LIFE is about opening doors and dreaming about the future, for both homeless youth and the group that this committed to helping them.

ABOUT US: StandUp For Kids is a volunteer-based non-profit program that works with homeless and runaway youth through street outreach, a drop-in program, individual mentoring, life-skills training, prevention workshops, and vocal advocacy. Our goal is to help youth get off the streets and into healthy futures by creating trusting relationships that will afford them the same chances we would give to our own children.

Business sponsorship, advertising, and silent auction opportunities are available: Email miami@standupforkids.org to learn more.

StandUp For Kids has rescued homeless and runaway youth since 1990. Is it time YOU stood up?

RESERVE YOUR TICKETS TODAY
Hero: $100 (includes VIP reception, unlimited bar and food, silent auction previews, conversations with the artists, signed event poster by Stephen Gamson, name in program, 10 raffle tickets)
Champion: $50 (includes entry, unlimited bar and food, 5 raffle tickets)
Friend: $25 (includes entry, 1 cocktail, 2 raffle tickets)
Volunteer: Half off any ticket level you choose
Guests of Honor: Donations welcome. No charge for youth artists and immediate families – just show up at the door.

Instructions: Choose your contribution and purchase tickets now to be picked up at the door. List number of tickets desired and main ticket holder’s name in memo.
Tickets can be picked up at the door when the event starts.

WeMerge Magazine Wednesdays June Edition at Stage 84 6/9/10

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WeMerge Magazine Wednesdays – June Edition
Wednesday, June 9, 2010, 7PM
Stage 84
9118 W State Road 84
Davie, FL 33321
954.474.5040

info@stage84fl.com
www.stage84fl.com

At Pine Ridge Plaza, the same shopping center as Round Up,
next door to Kabooms. Entrance at I-595 & Pine Ridge Dr.

Get to Interstate 595 in Broward. From the East, exit at Pine Island Road and turn left (south) at the light. Turn right into the Publix plaza, then drive through that plaza. Cross Pine Ridge Drive into the RoundUp plaza, and continue west until you see Dunkin’ Donuts on your right and the lighted red sign MUSIC CAFÉ on your left. That’s Stage 84!
www.stage84fl.com

For the June edition of our monthly event, WeMerge Wednesdays, we will have two special featured acts, Andrew Bayuk (acoustic folk rock) and Nick Russo (piano, singer/songwriter), as well as Live Art by Michael Diaz. Plus, Open Mic, WeMerge T-Shirts, and WeMerge stickers. FREE Admission. And we will be celebrating the release of our Summer issue – our biggest issue yet – 48 pages.

7:00pm – Doors Open
7:30pm – Open Mic Sign Up Starts
8:00pm – Open Mic Starts
9:25pm – 10:00pm – NICK RUSSO – Feature Performance
10:20pm – 11:00pm – ANDREW BAYUK – Feature Performance
11:00pm – 2:00am – Open Mic Continues
ALL NIGHT – Live Art by Michael Diaz – http://www.MikeDiazArt.com

Iterative Expression at GAB Studio 6/5/10

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Iterative Expression
6/5/10, 7pm
GAB Studio
105 NW 23rd Street, Miami FL 33127

http://www.rossfordart.com/events.php

Ross Ford outlines his creative philosophy, Iterative Expression, a continuing exploration of emotion through a consistent process. The shape of chaos can be defined by consistent measurement. When Ford started showing his expressive iterations on Lincoln Road in 2006, they were recognizable faces, since then they have mutated into something else, become more abstract, complex and less recognizable. That progression is what Iterative Expression is all about: a constant metamorphosis of line and color that defines an internal subconscious space. Each painting is an evolution of the last. Whereas repetition aims to produce identical copies, the goal of iteration is produce unique variations. Since 2006 he has produced nearly 400 large paintings, each different, each evolved from the last. This progression will be on display at GAB Studio on June 5th. The paintings will be hung in chronological order so that the evolution can be experienced. In addition to the paintings, drawing
s and pages from his sketchbook illuminating the creative process will also be on display. This exhibit represents the last 4 years of work in Miami, beginning with paintings that he originally sold on the street to his most recent studio work.
Since 2006 Ford has been showing his work in various locations around Miami. Starting on the street, he graduated to nightclubs and alternative spaces, then to Butter Gallery in 2007. Ford and Butter parted ways when the original Butter in Coconut Grove closed in December 2008. Since then he has been working out of his studio at the Bakehouse Art Complex and participating in various shows at spaces like Artlab33, GAB Studio and the Overthrow booth at Aqua Art Fair in Wynwood.

For more information please visit www.rossfordart.com
There will be beer and a special musical performance by Artofficial. www.artofficialmusic.net

Pecha Kucha + AIA National Convention Miami Beach 6/10/10

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Pecha Kucha + AIA National Convention
Miami #8
at Miami Beach Botanical Garden
Donation
2000 Convention Center Drive Miami Beach, FL 33139-1806
http://www.mbgarden.org
http://www.pecha-kucha.org/night/miami/8
Pecha Kucha Miami teams up with World-architects.com for the AIA National Convention exploring the conference’s theme Design for the New Decade with a range of speakers presenting on urban planning, environmental conservation, international trends, technology application, and artistic vision. The event will bring together national and local chapters of the Young Architects Forum/Emerging Professionals Group and Architecture for Humaniy. Thank you to Rain Vodka for sponsoring and Miami Beach Botanical Garden for hosting.

Presenters: John Hill, Susan Szenasy, Christina Miller, Matthais Hollwich, Therry Norton, Melissa Abdo

For the city’s biggest event yet, Pecha Kucha Miami—an event for architects, designers, and innovators to meet, network and show their work in public—teams up with World-architects.com for the AIA National Convention exploring the conference’s theme Design for the New Decade. On Thursday, June 10th from 6-8PM at the Miami Beach Botanical Garden expect a dynamic range of speakers presenting on urban planning, environmental conservation, international trends, technology application, and artistic vision. The event will bring together national and local chapters of the AIA Young Architects Forum/Emerging Professionals Group, USGBC Emerging Professionals, and Architecture for Humanity. Thank you to Rain Vodka for sponsoring and Miami Beach Botanical Garden for hosting.

About Pecha Kucha
Pecha Kucha was conceived in Tokyo in February 2003 by architects Mark Dytham and Astrid Klein as an event where young designers could meet, network and show their work in public. Over time, it has evolved into a massive celebration of creativity, with events regularly being held in 300 cities including Miami. Last year, more than 6,000 presentations were hosted at over 600 Pecha Kucha events. Drawing its name from the Japanese phrase for the sound of conversation (“chit chat”), the Pecha Kucha format is simple—20 images x 20 seconds—and designed to keep presentations concise and moving at a rapid pace. For more information, visit www.pecha-kucha.org/cities/miami/8

About World-architects.com
Founded by Zurich-based PSA Publishers, world-architects.com utilizes a network of editors, critics, and designers at home, in its New York City branch, and in all of the countries for which national pages are maintained. Via the linking of the different disciplines and countries to one another, a reference work has been produced in which over 18,000 buildings by established and emerging offices can be searched according to themes or regions. World-architects.com is the premium network of outstanding architects, landscape architects, engineers, interior designers, lighting consultants, and architectural photographers—brings designers, clients, and contractors together in the goal of advancing quality in architecture. In addition to the over 2,000 offices profiled from over 35 countries, job listings, a showroom of quality products, and an events calendar help support architects and others in this goal. Some countries also feature an eMagazine editorializing recent events in the world of architecture, with more on the way. For more information, visit http://www.world-architects.com

Look Sexy Feel Sexy Notte Italiana at Maitardi 5/19/10

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Look Sexy Feel Sexy Notte Italiana
Maitardi, 163 NE 39th Street, Miami, FL 33137
Wednesday, May 19, 2010 from 7 p.m. until 10 p.m.
email to RSVP to the event: info@graspagroup.com

Enjoy Look Sexy Feel Sexy Una Notte Italiana at Maitardi’s mosaic patio walls under its grandiose oak trees on Wednesday, May 19 from 7 to 10 p.m. Not only can guests be among the first to catch a glimpse as Maserati showcases their new Maserati Gran Turismo convertible and Cosabella presents their stunning Mare collection, Skyy Vodka will also be onsite promoting the upcoming Sex in the City 2 movie. The first 25 dinner reservations for that evening will receive 2 tickets for the opening of the Sex and the City 2 movie.

Maitardi, located on NE 39th Street in the heart of Miami’s Design District, offers a casual, relaxed atmosphere with moderately priced Northern Italian cuisine for lunch and dinner. Boasting a fantastic four thousand square foot outdoor terrace shaded by 150-year-old white oak trees, Maitardi offers the best al fresco dining in the area. The outdoor courtyard is reminiscent of dining in a piazza in Florence, but with the distinct flavor Miami is known for. The venue’s brightly tiled mosaic mural is a beautiful backdrop to the terrace which boasts an outside bar and wood burning oven.

Hurricane Bar and Lounge Brotherly Love Sunday Cookout May-June Schedule

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Hurricane Bar & Lounge Brotherly Love Sunday Cookout – May & June Schedule
**Free BBQ (with the purchase of a drink) takes place from 6-8 PM with music starting at 8 PM. Admission is FREE.**

May 16 Aquaphonics

May 23 Sosos

May 30 Cope

June 6 Diocious

June 13 Shak Nasti

June 20 New Gravity

June 27 Cypress

Hurricane Bar & Lounge
640-7 East Atlantic Avenue
Delray Beach, FL 33483

The Collection Audi Quattro Cup Charity Golf Tournament 6/10/10

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The Collection Audi Quattro Cup Charity Golf Tournament
Thursday, June 10, 7:30 a.m.
The Biltmore
1200 Anastasia Avenue
Coral Gables, Fl 33134

www.bestbuddiesflorida.org/quattrocup

On Thursday, June 10, THE COLLECTION, South Florida’s foremost luxury automotive dealership, along with Best Buddies Miami, will proudly host the first ever THE COLLECTION Audi Quattro Cup Charity Golf Tournament benefiting Best Buddies Miami. The Audi quattro® Cup golf tournament series was established in 1991 and has grown to be the largest amateur golf series in the world with nearly 78,000 amateur golfers participating worldwide.

Taking place at the Biltmore’s luxurious Donald Ross Golf Course, teams will consist of two players and the entrance fee is a $150 minimum donation per golfer. Golfers will have the opportunity to swing alongside participating Miami Heat players. Immediately following the tournament, a BBQ Reception will be held where the tournament winners will be announced and a silent auction will take place.

The winning team will be eligible to participate in the Audi quattro® Cup U.S. Final to be held at the Kiawah Island Golf Resort in South Carolina from August 27 – 29, 2010.

For rules and registration, please visit www.bestbuddiesflorida.org/quattrocup, or contact Cynthia Gay at cynthiagay@bestbuddies.org.

PlayDate Miami Wanna Play? At Newport Beachside Hotel-Kitchen 305 Grand Ballroom 6/4/10

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PlayDate Miami…Wanna Play?
June 4, 2010, 9pm-1am
Newport Beachside Hotel-Kitchen 305 Grand Ballroom
16701 Collins Ave, Sunny Isles Beach 33160
http://www.PlayDateMiami.com

Something Different is coming and it’s called PlayDate Miami…Wanna PLAY?
You don’t stop playing because you get old; you get old because you stop playing!!!
PLAY With Us…Friday, June 4th from 9pm-1am.
View pics & learn more at http://www.PlayDateMiami.com.
Because the club scene is played out but we still wanna have fun…besides, I know you wanna play!!!

For only $10 you get to have the time of your life, PLAY like you’ve never done before, and experience what the rest of America has already experienced with PlayDate.
Pre-purchase tickets online at http://www.PlayDateMiami.com

PlayDate Miami is part of the national PlayDate brand that is now in 20 other cities including Atlanta, Orlando, Charlotte, San Francisco, D.C., Nashville, Houston, Savannah, etc. PlayDate is everything but your average game night. …it’s a very unique social experience. People come to PlayDate to have fun & interact in a warm and friendly atmosphere.

PlayDate is more than just games…we have way more fun than you can ever dream of. It’s games + music + dancing + food & drinks + people just like you who have outgrown the club scene but still likes to have a good time.

The games are what allows people to loosen up, interact, and socialize. Games played include Nintendo Wii, Taboo, Connect 4, Jenga, Twister, Dominoes, Chess, Uno, Spades, Scattegories, Pictionary, Scrabble, and many others. We even have interactive games like hula hoop & adult musical chairs.

Malini Murjani Trunk Show at Curve Soleil

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Malini Murjani’s Spring 2010 collection, champagne, and cupcakes were at the center of an elegant evening at the supremely chic Curve Soleil in the Gansevoort South, Miami Beach. This highly anticipated Trunk Show presented the Miami fashion forward set with a prime opportunity to peruse the designer’s spring handbag line while sipping some bubbly and indulging in Grand Marnier infused “Kupcakes by Kristie”. An attractive juxtaposition of the pieces, like the now famous Celine shoulder bag (as seen on the hit T.V show Gossip Girl) and trendy tortoise Megan clutch, lead the way as Trunk Show attendees surrendered to the Malini Murjani vision.

The Malini Murjani collection is a brilliant reflection of the designer’s lifestyle and constant osmosis from one culture to another; “Creativity is always at its zenith when it comes from a deeply personal place,” says Murjani. Signature elements like metallic mesh and tortoise shell, significant of the designer’s innovation and versatility, are exactly what attract style casters to her designs, often featuring the latest creations in international publications like Vogue Magazine and Harper’s Bazaar.

Curve Soleil has become the purveyor of global style on Miami Beach ensuring that residents are always on trend. Curve has built a solid reputation for having its finger on the pulse of fashion; with locations also in NYC & LA, the Miami offering made the perfect location for Murjani’s Trunk Show. “The Malini handbag line is fabulous and more importantly, current. We were really pleased to showcase this designer and make her introduction to Curve’s Miami customer,” raved Curve Soleil Manager Jennifer Binder. “We felt strongly that a collaboration between both the brpr spouses, Malini Murjani and Curve, was an obvious fit and that the boutique offered the ideal backdrop for Malini’s stunning pieces,” explained brpr Group partner Jennifer Batchelor. The night was all about fashion and catching up with Miami society in forecasting what else is going to be hot this season, other than the infamous Miami summer. This was definitely an evening where Serena Van Der Woodson herself would have certainly felt right at home.

Photographs supplied by BRPR  Group

For more information about Malini Murjani please see www.malinim.com
For more information about Curve Soleil please see www.shopcurve.com
For more information about The brpr Group please see www.brprgroup.com

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Photographs of Wynwood Art Walk on 5/8/10

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The Wynwood Art Walk on Saturday, May 8, 2010.  This happens every second Saturday in both the Wynwood Art District and The Design District.  But I would recommend only going to one per month, every time we try to go to both we always miss things we wanted to see in one or the other.  If you have not made it out to the art walks it is a great way to spend several hours looking at art and mingling with hundreds of people walking the streets and wondering from art gallery to art gallery.

Daryl Hance at Funky Buddha 5/21/10

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Daryl Hance, long-time electric and slide guitarist for soul-funk-blues band JJ Grey & Mofro will be making a rare solo appearance at the Funky Buddha in Boca Raton on Friday, May 21. His sound has everything to do with texture and color and his minimalist attitude shines through in his playing, reflecting a host of influences including Curtis Mayfield, Fred McDowell and Muddy Waters.

Daryl Hance, Yankee Slickers and Sosos
Friday, May 21
8pm/$8/18+

Funky Buddha
2621 North Federal Highway
Boca Raton, FL 33431
561.368.4643
www.thefunkybuddha.com

We Do It On Thursdays! Escopazzo Organic Italian Restaurant 5/13/10

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We Do It On Thursdays! Escopazzo Organic Italian Restaurant
May 13, 2010, 7 – 9 PM
Escopazzo Organic Italian Restaurant | 1311 Washington Avenue, South Beach
Escopazzo Organic Italian Restaurant
1311 Washington Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33139
www.Escopazzo.com

We Do It On Thursdays!
Every Thursday, from 7 – 9 PM, 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.

$20 per person includes light finger foods, four wine tastings, stimulating conversation, relaxed atmosphere :: featured wines @ $6 / glass :: $9 & $12 small plates menu always available

For reservations or more information please call 305 674 9450 or 305 389 0009 or e-mail irene@Escopazzo.com

This Week:
Fattoria Montellori – Chianti DOCG 2005
Fattoria Le Caselle – Chianti DOCG 2005
Fattoria Montellori – Super Tuscan “Salamartano” 2003
Fattoria Montellori – Rosso Toscano “MORO” 2004

Fattoria Montellori is tucked away in the Montalbano zone of Chianti. Although the Nieri family has been the guardian of this outstanding property only since 1895 – a relatively brief 115 years – the Montellori estate dates back eight centuries to 1293. Today the estate houses a modern winery and six distinct vineyards, all of which posses unique soil, microclimate, exposure and altitude. Boasting some of the finest hillside vineyards in Tuscany, Fattoria Montellori fashions wine of great character, distinction and personality. Hermes of International Wine Imports is our guide.

Open Mic Competition First Round Finals At Stage 84 5/29/10

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Open Mic Competition Finals At Stage 84 – Memorial Day Weekend
You are cordially invited to attend the highly anticipated final round of our (in)famous Open Mic Faceoff Competition. Best of the best from our Tuesday open mic sessions.
Line Up Includes:
Roxanne Lamendola
5 AM
The Flea Montgomery Band
Hunter Altschul
Jesse Perez
Come out for the highly anticipated final round of our (in)famous Open Mic Faceoff Competition. Best of the best from our Tuesday open mic sessions.

Food & drink Specials
Only $5 cover
Beer Pong
EVENT INFO: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=113250562033556

Saturday, May 29, 2010 at 7:00pm till 2:00am
STAGE 84
9118 W State Road 84
Davie, FL 33321
info@stage84fl.com
www.stage84fl.com
Official Holy Mackerel Taphouse

At Pine Ridge Plaza, the same shopping center as Round Up, next door to Kabooms. Entrance at I-595 & Pine Ridge Dr.

Stell*R and Shade at Oasis 5/13/10

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Stell*R and Shade are rocking the house this Thursday, May 13 at Oasis. Get ready to sweat!
Back room of Purdy Lounge
1811 Purdy Ave, Miami Beach
Pablo Lucero aka DJ StellR started playing music in 2002, djing open format at lounges and restaurants all around Miami. His appreciation for diverse world sounds, with musical ingredients from the Middle East, Africa, Jazz, Salsa, R&B, Soul, Latin Jazz, Funk and rare grooves brought him to the inevitable discovery of Global Soul.

Check out the interview with Stell*R at: Saraswati Miami

To get a little taste of what to expect from Stell*R’s set at Oasis this Thursday Click here.

saraswatimiami.com

Miami Nightlife

World Red Eye Launch Release 5/14/10

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RED EYE PRODUCTIONS LAUNCHES WORLDREDEYE.COM
Celebrity Photo Agency Expands to Blog and Website Offering Pop Culture News and Expanded Behind the Scenes Moments

World Red Eye celebrates their launch at  the penthouse of The Raleigh on Friday, May 14, 2010 at 8:00pm. The Raleigh Hotel is located at 1775 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, FL.

Red Eye Productions, (REP) the predominant celebrity/social photo agency in South Florida, celebrates the launch of WORLD RED EYE (www.worldredeye.com), a pop culture news content provider, website and blog capturing the backstage of events, reporting insiders’ point of view and news on various pop culture topics. World Red Eye will feature the most exciting moment at events with photos, video and reportage and provides an expanded platform to REP 5 million monthly viewers. The new website and blog enhances the audience experience allowing engagement and interaction on subject matters in the site such as photos and video from inside the velvet ropes as well as posted topics.

“Life behind the lens of a camera is an event and I want to bring those behind the scenes moments to our viewers and followers,” said Seth Browarnik, President and founder of World Red Eye and Red Eye Productions. “The making of an event whether it is on the red carpet, a music video or an ad campaign for a notable luxury brand has a humanistic side that only the photographers have access to. We don’t aim to show the underbelly of the industry, rather provide depth into the world of the privileged and celebrity while also serving as a pop culture source.”

World Red Eye engages in the fantasy world of celebrities and society expanding the user experience to provide expert opinion on trendsetting topics that shape today’s modern tastes. An important thread in the fast-paced media landscape of South Florida, World Red Eye photographers and guest bloggers – known as “Citizens” will post their opinions and comments on topics ranging from politics, art, fashion and music as well as on events and happenings.

World Red Eye will provide expanded coverage of the events its sister company, Red Eye, services to national weekly gossip magazines, entertainment news sources, monthly regional publications such as Ocean Drive magazine, newspapers such as The Miami Herald and Miami.com. As the preferred photo agency for some of the entertainment and arts and culture industry’s benchmark events World Red Eye will extensively chronicle such happenings as Art Basel Miami Beach, Design Miami, Super Bowl, MTV’s Video Music Awards, NASCAR, South Beach Food & Wine Festival and luxury brand launches and ad campaigns to continue to capture moments with the world’s top celebrities at the hottest nightclubs or in intimate settings.

Champion Sound ATC/ Mi Gente/ Dadewear present Nas and Damian Marley Listening Party 5/12/10

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Nas & Damian Marley “Distant Relatives” Album Listening Party
Presented By Atc + Dade Wear + Mi Gente
Wednesday, May 12th
@ The Electric Pickle
Come Be The First To Hear The New Nas & Damian Marley Album,
“Distant Relatives”
Featuring The Hit Single “As We Enter”
Presented Exclusively To Champion Sound By: Universal Motown Republic Records
From 10:30-11:30pm
Dj A.K. Will Be Cutting Up The Records — Hiphop And Reggae Style
As Well As Premiering Brand New Music From The Album!

~>No Cover<~ ~~~~>> Miami’s OG’s <<~~~~
…………….Presented by…………….
ATC + DADE WEAR + MI GENTE
+++ Exclusive Listening Party +++
NAS + Damian Marley’s “Distant Relatives” in stores May 18th
Free Goodies + $5 Drinks
W/ Djs..
✪ Aliyo
✪ Daai-Lo
✪ A-Train
✪ Sire Esq.
more info and goodies @ http://championsoundmia.blogspot.com
2-4-1 DRINKS from 9-11p
Supported By
ATC: http://www.ATCMIA.com
Mi Gente Clothing: http://migenteclothing.com/
Dadewear: http://www.dadewear.com/
Public Wizard: http://www.PublicWizardInc.com
Frank 151: http://www.Frank151.com
Soul of Miami: https://www.soulofmiami.org

Art Exhibit of Sexual Expression and Unclothed Beauties at Nomade Art Gallery 5/14/10

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SIREN: Art Exhibit of Sexual Expression and Unclothed Beauties
Friday, May 14, 7:00pm – 10:00pm
Nomade Art Gallery
3133 Commodore Plaza, Coconut Grove, FL 33133
http://current.com/groups/art-and-style/92428739_siren-an-art-exhibit-of-sexual-expression-unclothed-beauties-fri-5-14.htm

SIREN: an Art Exhibit at Nomade Gallery by Charis Kirchheimer, Danny Catania, Tamara Sky
Food + Drinks by Prometheus Springs & Tunes by DJ Tamara Sky
3133 Commodore Plaza, Coconut Grove, FL 33133
Friday May 14, 7 – 10pm

SIREN: A DARING EXHIBIT OF SEXUAL EXPRESSION AND UNCLOTHED BEAUTIES

Coconut Grove, Fl.– In what will be their first major gallery feature, local Miami artist Danny Catania and photographer Charis Kirchheimer will showcase their respective artistry in Coconut Grove’s latest unveiled gallery Nomade. On Friday May 14, Charis Kirchheimer will join Danny Catania for an exclusive art show titled “SIREN”.

SIREN is a daring exhibit that depicts sexual expression and unclothed beauties from watercolor, ink and photograph perspectives. Charis will showcase two series, “Zoophilia”, a daring black and white photographic collaboration with DJ Tamara Sky that captures an ethereal bunny-being sauntering in a ghostly dimension, and “Transience”, an engrossing pair of long exposure self-portrait photographs. Danny will add to his nude watercolor collection India ink pieces from his latest body of work, female figure studies that marry Greco-maritime aesthetic with raw feminine spirit.

The Nomade Gallery kicked off Coconut Grove’s Art Walk the first Saturday of the month, May 12010, with an unprecedented event of two live nude photo-shoots, the first inspired by the early 20th century sculpture masterpiece “Le Penseur” by artist Auguste Rodin, and the second a commemoration of the 1972 international “chess match of the century” recreated by the male and female models, an art affair that prompted The Miami New Times to dub Nomade’s May 1 show the “…highlight of [Coconut Grove’s] art walk…”.

Danny Catania is Nomade’s May “Feature Artist”. Danny is a native Floridian with a unique style easily recognized for its sensuality and modernity. His female figure studies have earned him a permanent home in the French restaurant Les Halles made famous by globetrotting chef Anthony Bourdain, and has been exhibited in local art shows and restaurants, as well as in private collections abroad. Miami’s finest professionals and cultured socialites gravitate towards Danny’s work, which celebrates the rejuvenation of art and beauty.

Charis Kirchheimer is a Miami based photographer who began her career in early 2007. She has mastered the craft of enchanting and engrossing in the same frame, while continually shaping new standards of photography. In addition to being an acute cityscape photographer, Charis excels at taking an individual and transforming them into an imposing character. Over Art Basel Miami Beach 2009, her “Zoophilia” series had an exclusive show at the Shore Club and was a feature artist in Miami’s Independent Thinkers multimedia art festival for her long-exposure series “Transience”, both of which will showcase during SIREN. Charis has also been featured and shot for Ocean Drive Magazine, 944 Magazine, The Miami New Times, Architectural Digest, Italian blog Camera Obscura and Missbehave Magazine.

ARTISTS: Georges Bourgoignie, Danny Catania, Charis Kirchhimer, Looi Long Lee, Aida Tejada, Pierre Traversat

For more information on Nomade and the artists, please visit their websites:
Nomade Gallery: wwww.NomadeArts.com
Danny Catania: www.DannyCatania.com
Charis Kirchheimer: www.CharisKirchheimer.com

Backstage Miami Swap Don’t Shop Party and Networking Social 5/19/10

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Backstage Miami’s Swap Don’t Shop’ Party & Networking Social
May 19, 2010, 6pm-9pm
miniBAR
3612 NE 2nd Ave. Miami, FL 33137

You are stylishly invited to attend Backstage Miami’s ‘Swap Don’t Shop’ Party & Networking Social.
Wednesday May 19th 2010 from 6pm to 9pm.
This fabulous event will take place at miniBAR (3612 NE 2nd Ave. Miami, FL 33137) in Miami’s Design District and hosted by the Editor of Style, Leon E. Frager (www.theLF2Group.com).
The swap party allows fashion enthusiasts the opportunity to mix, mingle and trade preloved items in an intimate and chic atmosphere.
For more info or RSVP please email Info@BackstageMiamiStyleStudio.com

www.BackstageMiamiStyleStudio.com

The swap party allows fashion enthusiasts the opportunity to mix, mingle and trade preloved items in an intimate and chic atmosphere.

plenty of metered parking under the highway overpass.
miniBAR on the corner of ne 36th street & 2nd avenue!

Bubbles and Beats Happy Hour at Essensia Lounge 5/13/10

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Come and join us every Thursday night at our new Happy Hour
BUBBLES & BEATS
Thursdays 6-9pm
at Essensia Lounge
The Palms Hotel & Spa
3025 Collins Avenue , Miami Beach , FL 33140
www.thepalmshotel.com

Complimentary Prosecco for Ladies
Live upbeat World Music by local artists
Special menu at Essensia Restaurant
This weeks beats by: DJ LeeOr featuring Pelusa on percussion

BUBBLES & BEATS SPECIAL PRIX FIXE
On Thursday nights Essensia Restaurant also invites you to enjoy a special 2-course prix-fixe menu featuring a sampling of Executive Chef Frank Jeannetti ’s highly praised wholesome cuisine
for only $29++

Casino Night Benefiting Miami Childrens Hospital at Novecento Coral Gables 5/14/10

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Vitamin C Communications and Novecento will be hosting the classiest Casino Night to hit the streets of Coral Gables. A charitable buy-in grants you funny money to be played at blackjack, roulette and craps tables from 7pm to 10pm. Proceeds of the gaming donations will benefit the Miami Children’s Hospital Foundation.

Novecento Coral Gable’s ongoing happy hour, STREETSIDE SOCIAL, will offer guests 2 for 1 drinks between the hours of 4-7 pm. Don’t miss this special event and the opportunity to gamble for charity.

Music by Miguel G & Vinni Soul
Friday, May 14th, 2010
121 Alhambra Plaza
Coral Gables Florida, 33134

About Vitamin C Communications
Vitamin C Communications is a full-service marketing and events company with a vast network of contacts and affiliates which has produced some of the most respected and talked about events in the South Florida region. As one of the fasted growing companies, Vitamin C provides countless special events and specializes in bringing innovation and creativity to corporate and promotional clients associated with Miami’s social life.

Our marketing campaigns are done in-house, using a strong viral program while keeping our traditional grass roots tactics. Our growing portfolio consists of venues, lounges and restaurants such as: Florida Room at The Delano Hotel, The Gansevoort South, The Shore Club, The National Hotel and Blue Martini.

Collaborating with the industry’s most recognized DJ’s, designers, artists and entertainers, allowing us to create an unforgettable experience bringing every vision to life.

About Miami Children’s Hospital: Founded in 1950, Miami Children’s Hospital® is South Florida’s only licensed specialty hospital exclusively for children. The 289-bed hospital is renowned for excellence in all aspects of pediatric medicine with several specialty programs ranked among the best in the nation in 2009 by U.S.News & World Report.

The hospital has also been designated an American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Magnet facility, the nursing profession’s most prestigious institutional honor and is home to the largest pediatric teaching program in the southeastern United States.

Outsider Art at Dadeland Mall 5/16/10

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South Florida’s first ever “Outsider Art”
Dadeland Mall, Miami’s premier fashion-forward shopping destination, will host South Florida’s first “Art of Giving: Outsider Art” exhibition, in association with Faye Clark’s New Horizons, which will display original artworks for sale created by persons with disabilities throughout the mall on Sun., May 16 from 12 noon to 7 p.m.

Dadeland Mall’s “The Art of Giving: Outsider Art” will welcome shoppers to get an up-close and personal look at outsider art and meet a collection of artists who use art as healing therapy and an expression of their life challenges. Outsider Art, known in Europe by its French name Art Brut, is recognized as art produced by those isolated from society, with little or no contact with the mainstream art world or art institutions.

The O Show at Octopus Gallery 5/15/10

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Octopus Gallery Presents The “O” Show! An exhibition devoted to The History of Miami, art work by Oliver Dominguez and The History of Music, art work by Orlando Sanchez. Please join us on Saturday May 15, 2010 at 7pm for its Opening Night! There will be food, drinks and music to enjoy. Hope to see you there.
Saturday, May 15, 2010 at 7:00pm to 10:30pm
Octopus Art Gallery, 169 NW 36th ST, Design District Miami, FL

doubting Thomas at Florida Room at the Delano Hotel 5/13/10

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doubting Thomas
5/13/2010, 11:00 pm
Florida Room at the Delano Hotel
1685 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL, 33139
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=112918038750552

-Thursday, May 13.
-Gorillas cordially invites all nonbelievers to a spot on the beach that is actually about good music and great drinks.

-Sometimes we need to see it to believe it.

…DOUBTING THOMAS @ the Florida Room

-Resident band Agape feat. Nadia Harris
-Resident DJ’s Maseo of De La Soul along with Induce and Stevie D.
-RSVP at the Florida Room. RSVP@morganshotelgroup.com
-Table reservations strongly recommended 305.674.6152

JAZZnight at miniBAR 5/14/10

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JAZZnight at miniBAR
friday, may 14th, 2010, 9:00 pm
miniBAR
3612 ne 2nd avenue
miami design district, fl 33137
www.minibarmiami.com

enjoy a wonderful friday night at miniBAR dining on tasteful delights & relaxing through an outstanding performance!

miniBAR introduces kevin muncy at 9pm this friday evening! may 14th!

kevin muncy is a south florida based multi instrumentalist, composer/arranger, and music educator. he studied classical, jazz, and world music at florida state university where he earned his B.A. in Music.

http://kevinmuncyjazz.com
http://elementalsaxquartet.com/KMuncy.html
www.minibarmiami.com

20(12): Twenty Twelve at Miami Art Space 6/12/10

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20(12): Twenty Twelve
Saturday, June 12th 2010, 6pm – 12am
Miami Art Space
244, Northwest 35th Street Miami, FL

20(12): A dozen Miami artists come together June 12 with works exploring the year 2012

Twelve artists from Miami will inaugurate an exhibition at Miami Art Space June 12 to offer predictions, guesses and feelings about the year 2012. The exhibition 2012 was organized by Miami painter Kiki Valdes. The inauguration is scheduled to run from 6 to 11 p.m. at 244, Northwest 35th Street, Miami. Included in the group exhibition are artists: Reinier Gamboa; Kiki Valdes; David Tamargo; George Sanchez-Calderon; David Marsh; Brian Gefen; John Sevigny; Raul Perdomo; Alvaro Ilizabe; Eric Torriente; and Oliver Sanchez. “Everything ties back to the number 12,” organizer Kiki Valdes said. “June 12th, 2012, 12 artists.”

After the inauguration the show will be open by appointment only (show runs till July 8th). To schedule an appointment, or make other inquiries, call 786-315-8369.

20(12): Twenty Twelve – June. (12) 2010
1. George Sanchez-Calderon
2. John Sevigny
3 .Reinier Gamboa
4. Kiki Valdes
5. Alvaro Ilizarbe Aka Freegums
6. Raul Perdomo
7. Oliver Sanchez
8. David Marish
9. Brian Gefen
10. Johnny Robles
11. Eric Torriente
(12) David Tamargo
Curator: Kiki Valdes

Axe Envy Headlines at First Annual Earth N Us Jam 5/15/10

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Axe Envy Headlines at First Annual Earth ‘N Us Jam!!
Saturday, May 15, 2010, 4:00pm – 10:00pm
Earth “N Us Farm
7630 NE 1st Ave., Miami, Florida

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=108069445902155

Come join us for Brad’s going away party!!!! Brad Schenk, who has touched so many of our lives, is leaving us for a new adventure. Come join us to give him a proper sendoff at Miami’s own mini-Woodstock, the Earth ‘n’ Us Jam at the world famous Earth ‘n’ Us Farm.

If you go to one event a year, or in a lifetime, this should be the one.

At the famous Earth ‘N Us Farm in Little Haiti, come hear some of Miami’s finest musicians. Axe Envy, We Live In Houses, Big Bad Brown, Chris Leonard and Summer Blizzard.

Bring the kids to see Miami’s most interesting urban organic farm, with farm animals, volleyball, face painting and more! Pot luck, so bring your very best dish, and make plenty. There will be a fire going, so you can cook whatever you want, and whatever you bring.

There promises to be some great jam sessions by these very fine musicians.

Be that person who can say “I was at the first Earth ‘N Us Jam”. You will not be sorry.

National Hamburger Month Event at Q American Barbeque with Burger Beast 5/17/10

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From Burger Beast:
Monday, May 17th at 8PM I’ll be celebrating National Hamburger Month at Q American Barbeque with a One Time Only Menu created by Chef Jonathan Eismann. I’ll be giving away some Burger Beast items like Limited Edition Burger Beast National Hamburger Month Shirts and Burger Beast Aprons in a few giveaways.

One last thing, like I said this is limited and on a “First Come First Serve” basis so only the 1st 100 people to come and ask to take advantage of the National Hamburger Month Menu will be able to. It’s going to be an awesome night, I’m hoping you can make it.

Q American Barbeque
4029 North Miami Avenue
305-227-2378

Get all the information and tons more foodie fun at BurgerBeast.com

Diogo Brown and The Funk Jazz Brazilian Group at Jazid 5/11/10

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KCC Productions and Jazid present: Jazz at Jazid!
Diogo Brown & the Funk Jazz Brazilian Group
Tuesday, May 11, from 11PM – 2AM
1342 Washington Ave., South Beach
305-673-9372
Diogo Brown, bass player, song writer and producer, 29 years old, is from Niteroi, Rio De Janeiro , Brazil. Diogo’s outstanding work has been showcased with artistis like: Antoio Adolfo, Cris Delano, Kenia, Paulo Moura, Brazilian Voices, Garry King, George Tandy Big band, Felipe Lamoglia, Liset Alea, Rose Max & Ramatis, Hot Brass Monkey Big Band, Banda Black Rio, Lanzallamas Monofonica, and so many others. Diogo also recorded the soundtracks for shows, jingles, commercials, and films, including “The Machine” by Joao Falcão, the film about the soccer player ” Ronaldinho Gaucho”, “The Little Prince the show” and released his CD, “Daqui Pro Mundo”, at the Arturo Sandoval Jazz Club featuring Mike Orta, Oscar Salas, Jean Caze, James McCrevy and others.

Jazid
KCC Productions

Miami Nightlife

Miami International Piano Festival presents its Discovery Series 5/13-16/10

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Miami International Piano Festival presents its Discovery Series
Lincoln Theatre. 541 Lincoln Road. Miami Beach, FL 33139
May 13th, 14th, 15th and 16th, 2010 at 8:00 p.m.
Plus Saturday, May 15th, 2010 at 2:00 p.m.

$15, $25 and $40. Subscription to all (5) concerts $100 (a 50% discount)
Half price tickets for Students under 22 with ID
Buy tickets online at www.miamipianofest.com, by phone at 1.888.722.2924 or in person at the Lincoln Theatre Box Office. Special Offer: Mention Pass code “MAG” and receive 25% off regular ticket price

The Miami International Piano Festival is celebrating its 13th Season in 2010. The May Discovery Series is held at the intimate Lincoln Theater (home of the New World Symphony) on Miami Beach. The Series opens with a sure crowd-pleaser that features works by two composers who are both celebrating 200 year anniversaries in 2010: Chopin and Schumann. To pay tribute to these prolific composers of the Romantic period, the Festival will present four fantastic pianists in one evening.
Kemal Gekic and Misha Dacic both hail from former-Yugoslavia and for this program Gekic will perform provocative Chopin selections (including Scherzo Op. 20 and Polonaise Op. 53) and Dacic tackles Schumann’s tour de force, “Humoresque.” Russian pianist Ilya Itin will offer his refined interpretation of several works by Chopin such as Fantaise in F minor and Waltz Op. 34 and Cuban legend, Jorge Luis Prats presents Schumann’s delightfully varied “Symphonic Etudes.” With so much talent and exquisite repertoire sharing the stage on one evening, this concert will likely run a bit longer than most.
On Friday, May 14th, the Festival is pleased to present the South Florida concert debut of Ran Jia (China). At twenty, Ms. Jia is already regarded as a striking musician with unusual natural abilities. Tan Dun hailed her a “piano poet with dramatic skill in music making.” Her program will feature four Sonatas by Scarlatti, Shubert’s Sonata in A minor Op. 42 and Le Tombeau de Couperin by Ravel.
The popular “Prodigies and Masters of Tomorrow” matinee concert on Saturday, May 15th will see the return of the astounding Aristo Sham (Hong Kong), now 14 years old. One could almost hear the jaws dropping at Aristo’s South Florida debut at the Festival last May. His current program will feature works by Scarlatti, Beethoven, Mendelssohn, Barber and Albeniz. Families with children are encouraged to attend this concert which seeks to inspire the next generation of classical music lovers.
On Saturday evening, Spanish pianist, Claudio Martinez-Mehner will make his Florida debut. Winner of numerous prizes, Mehner recently resumed his career as a solo artist and has a respected reputation as a teacher and chamber musician. His Festival program will include Beethoven Sonata Op. 109, Schumann’s Sonata Op/ 14 “Concerto without Orchestra” as well as works by Janacek and Debussy.
This year’s grand finale and closing night “Chamber Music Extravaganza” will welcome Igor Gruppman back to South Florida. Many remember Mr. Gruppman as the Concert Master of the Florida Philharmonic and at present, he is artistic director of the Concerto Rotterdam chamber orchestra and concertmaster of the Rotterdam Philharmonic. He will be joined by his wife, violinist/violist, Vesna Gruppman who teaches at the Rotterdam Conservatory in the Netherlands. Joining the Gruppmans will be pianists Ilya Itin (Russia) and Jorge Luis Prats (Cuba) as well as a special guest cellist. The program will include Schumann’s Fantasy Pieces Op. 73 and a special String Quintet transcription of Chopin’s Piano Concerto No. 2. Rounding out the program will be selections by Brahms including the Piano Quartet in G minor Op. 25.
All concerts start at 8:00 p.m. except for the Saturday Matinee “Prodigies” program which begins at 2:00 p.m. A series of pre-concert Lectures and Master Classes are planned as part of the 2010 Miami International Piano Festival. The following programs are FREE and open to the public:
Friday, May 14th, 2010. 7:00 p.m. PANEL DISCUSSION: Artists and their representatives engage in a lively discussion about the challenges facing artists today, what steps are required for their continued success, how to avoid failing and also why so many have lost the drive, faith and motivation to continue concertizing.
Saturday, May 15th, 2010. 7:00 p.m. LECTURE: Frank Cooper, Research Professor of Music from the University of Miami What makes a musical personality? There are traits which distinguish musicians from the average woman or man, and traits which distinguish one musician from another. This lecture explores the characteristics that set composers and performers apart from all others, allowing for great esthetic achievements and for all too human failures.
Sunday, May 16th, 2010 7:00 p.m. FILM: “The World’s Greatest Musical Prodigies.” A three-part documentary produced by Britain’s Channel 4 Television, which is currently being distributed by American Public Television. Episode 1: Alex Prior travels to Miami at the invitation of renowned prodigy-hunter Giselle Brodsky, who runs the Miami International Piano Festival. Giselle has selected five of America’s most gifted young musicians, who have flown in from all corners of the States to audition for Alex.
Miami International Piano Festival
Lincoln Theatre
541 Lincoln Road
Miami Beach, FL 33139
Ph: 305.935.5115
www.miamipianofest.com
For more information about local openings and events, please visit www.miamiartguide.com

Bakehouse Art Complex Open Night 5/14/10

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Friday Night, May 14th , 7-10pm
3 New Exhibitions
65 Artist Studios
Music & Wine

A silent auction of teeshirts created by BAC Resident Artists
All proceeds will go towards rebuilding the BAC’s landscape and help fund the purchase of replacement trees for the property.

Audrey Love Gallery: Contemporary Landscapes
Contemporary Landscapes addresses the use of new technologies in relationship to the historical practice. Artists of the twenty first century are relating themselves to their surroundings through video, digital media, and the exploration of fantastic worlds. These seemingly new approaches to dealing with the landscape are taking all factors of surroundings into consideration when creating a depiction of the world surrounding the artist. Artists in the show will include Richard Höglund, Samantha Salzinger & Julia Hetchman.
Curated by: Nina Johnson of Gallery Diet
Exhibition on view through May 24th, 2010

Project Room: Juan Greigo presents PA!
PA! consists of a bb rifle, a bamboo pole, and Luxembourg plates, all privately conserved, placed in a contemporary space and re-threaded through cohesive narrative by new BAC installation artist Juan Griego, who believes that deconstructing museum and gallery mechanics will lead us into neo-proper 21st century object acquisitions and display.

Swenson Gallery: MDC Kendall Campus: Less is More
Emerging Artists of the community.
The Miami Dade Kendall campus art students group exhibition “Less is more” small works exhibition. Featuring Photography, Drawing, and Painting, 8.5″ x 11″ or smaller.

BAKEHOUSE ART COMPLEX
www.bacfl.org
Bakehouse Art Complex | 561 NW 32nd Street | Miami | FL | 33127

SoBe Arts Fundraiser at Kruseville 5/22/10

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A Festive Night of music, open bar, food, and fun in a beautiful estate in Coconut Grove (map) to support SoBe Institute of the Arts. Saturday evening, May 22 (7pm-midnight). Entertainment by DJ Vidal, SoBe Chamber Players and Youth Chamber Ensemble.

Kruseville
1840 Chucunantah Road
Coconut Grove, Florida 33133
May 22, 2010
7:00PM-12:00AM

SoBe Arts is a small organization making a beautiful impact and I know of few other organizations where every dollar is leveraged so successfully into many more. The SoBe Arts faculty are professional musicians, actors, and dancers who provide top-quality arts instruction to children, teens, and adults, including hundreds of at-risk youth. SoBe Arts serve youth based on their potential and talent — regardless of income — and most students come from low-income families and benefit from invaluable exposure to classical instruments, chamber ensembles, and other performing arts.

In this difficult recession the institute has seen its share of government funding cut dramatically and stands in dire need of private donations to continue the fantastic work it does in making our community, indeed the world, a better place.

SoBe Arts is located in a charming but overlooked corner of Miami Beach, where the arts are bringing back to life some of the area’s oldest buildings — the beautiful Carl Fisher Clubhouse, and the long-dormant Little Stage Theater that was re-opened by SoBe Arts in January. Stop in to hear their popular professional chamber concerts, see multi-media talks by noted artists, or experience innovative theater in a new and intimate setting.

During the time we come together at my house on Saturday night, we will take in the SoBe Arts Youth Chamber Ensemble and see first hand the work the institute does with kids, hear classical guitarist and SoBe Arts professor Carl Ferrari and virtuoso violinist Luis Fernandez perform as well as mingle with an incredible group of fantastic people. Videos from SoBe Arts performances, such as “Toons ‘N Tunes” from Sleepless Night will be going on regularly. We will have a FULL open bar set-up in the jungle in the back serving top-shelf liquor from start to finish — a bar I am setting up not sponsors — so it will be first rate and go all night. Also hors d’oeuvres from a special guest celebrity chef will make the rounds. Furthermore, DJ Vidal — the resident DJ for Diesel (South Beach) and an opening act for Danny Tenaglia during Winter Music Conference will be spinning his grooves throughout the night. If you haven’t heard him before you’re in for a treat.

It’s going to be good. And it would mean a lot to me if you could join us or help in any way. We’re asking for a minimum donation of $40 — about what two drinks cost at Mynt –with every single penny going to SoBe Arts in their hour of need. If you find you can give more, it would be a beautiful thing.

SoBe Arts has set up a special link to donate for the party via Paypal. While we will be collecting donations at the door it would be really cool if you could settle a donation before arriving.

Thank you, thank you, thank you: for your help, your friendship and I look forward to welcoming you to what will be a great coming together at my house on May 22nd!

Carl Kruse
Board of Directors
SoBe Institute of the Arts

SoBe Institute of the Arts
Carl Fisher Clubhouse/Little Stage Theater Complex
2100 Washington Avenue
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
305-674-9220

Spam Allstars at Grand Central/Respectable Street/Transit Lounge 5/13-15/10

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Spam Allstars play Grand Central opening, Respectable Street, and Transit Lounge all this weekend. Please note the band will be off from Hoy Como Ayer for the next two weeks, and will resume their residency there on Thursday, May 27th.

Thursday – May 13th
Grand Central
697 N. Miami Ave.
Miami, FL
305.377.2277
www.grandcentralmiami.com/
9:30pm

Friday – May 14th
Respectable Street Café
518 Clematis Street
West Palm Beach, FL 33401-5304
561.832.9999
www.respectablestreet.com
10pm

Saturday – May 15th
Transit Lounge
729 Southwest 1st Avenue
Miami, FL 33130
(305) 377-4628
www.transitlounge.us
11pm
We hope to see you there!!
www.spamallstars.com

Big Poppa E and the E Band at Van Dyke 5/13/10

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Big Poppa E and the E Band at Van Dyke

Born in 1948 and now in his third decade as a professional performing artist, Big Poppa E continues to nurture his passion for the Blues. He has established himself as a ground-breaking harmonica player, adding powerful vocals to his exceptional skills. He delivers charismatic, compelling, and passionate performances that are charged with emotion and filled with his authentic signature style.

Featuring:
Big Poppa E, guitar, harmonica, vocals
George Caldwell, bass, vocals
Darrell Raines, lead guitar, vocals
Robert Slade Lamont, drums

www.kccproductions.com
www.thevandykecafe.com
www.poppae.com

Piero Mazzocchetti Performance at Colony Theatre 5/27/10

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Critically acclaimed Italian tenor Piero Mazzocchetti performs at Lincoln Road’s Colony Theatre

Italian Performer Piero Mazzocchetti in concert

Colony Theatre, 1040 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach FL 33139

Thursday, May 27, 2010 at 8 p.m.

Tickets are $35 and can be purchased here.

Italy’s newest and most critically acclaimed tenor Piero Mazzocchetti brings his one man show to Miami Beach’s Colony Theatre for one night only on Thursday, May 27 at 8 p.m. Adriano Aragozzini Production presents the concert for Dharma in collaboration with Italy-America Chamber of Commerce Southeast.

Mazzocchetti has been touted as Italy’s greatest crossover artist to hit the charts since Pavarotti. The larger than life tenor himself commented on the 32-year-old rising star’s vocal abilities in 2007 stating during an interview with Turin’s La Stampa Newspaper, “ he has a beautiful voice. Yes, really beautiful. Very interesting.”

About Colony Theatre:
The beautiful Art Deco-style Colony Theater first opened in 1934 as part of Paramount Pictures’ movie theater chain. The Colony was transformed into a performing arts theater in 1986, it recently emerged from a dramatic three-year, $6.5 million renovation/restoration to reclaim its place as the regions’ premiere mid-sized performance space.
About Italy-America Chamber of Commerce Southeast:
Since 1991, the Italy-America Chamber of Commerce Southeast has supported Italian entrepreneurs and companies in their business endeavors in this global hub. The IACC has registered significant growth in recent years, successfully establishing itself as one of the most important Italian Chambers in the U.S.

About Adriano Aragozzini:
He began his career as a personal manager working for acclaimed Italian artists and contributed to the worldwide success of Mario del Monaco and Gina Lollobrigida. In the last twenty years Adriano Aragozzini has produced and organized over one hundred and fifty events in Italy and abroad.

IDEA@thebass Free Family Day inspired by the new Egyptian Gallery 5/16/10

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Bass Museum of Art this Sunday, May 16 – IDEA@thebass Family Day.
This marks the first time Egyptian Gallery at Bass Museum will be open and accessible to guests of Family Day, with pieces being used as inspiration for Sunday’s programming.

IDEA@thebass is a program developed by Bass Museum in conjunction with Stanford University’s acclaimed Institute of Design to promote original thinking and keep the arts alive in Miami-Dade public schools (Grades K-2).

Family Day is monthly series of Sunday workshops taking place at Bass Museum from 2-4pm and is FREE and open to the community.

Address: Bass Museum of Art – 2121 Park Ave, Miami Beach

The upcoming Family Day schedule is:
May 16, 2010
June 27, 2010
July 25, 2010
September, 26, 2010
October 24, 2010

About the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation
The John S. and James L. Knight Foundation advances journalism in the digital age and invests in the vitality of communities where the Knight brothers owned newspapers. Knight Foundation focuses on projects that promote informed, engaged communities and lead to transformational change. For more, visit www.knightfoundation.org .

The Republik CD Release Party at Grace’s Cafe and Gallery 5/14/10

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The Republik CD Release Party
May 14, 2010, 7pm
Grace’s Cafe and Gallery
49 N Federal Hwy (US 1) Dania Beach Fl. 33004
www.Sonicbids.com/TheRepublik

May 14th 7-10pm Grace’s Cafe and Gallery with be hosting a Cd Release Party for The Republik at
49 N Federal Hwy (US 1) Dania Beach Fl. 33004 Parking in the back
Come out and get to know The Republik by being a part of our CD release party for our new album
“The Unexpected Answer”. We will perform and be available to chat with fans/friends
and autograph our new album.
The Republik represents a new age of alternative music. “The Unexpected Answer,” is the new sound to add to your music collection, this is a great opportunity to explore a new era of music with a good feel vibe.
You can listen at NumberOneMusic.com/TheRepublik/
and at our online press kit Sonicbids.com/TheRepublik
We look forward to meeting everyone soon. Thanks from The Republik

S.I.N. (Service Industry Night) Mondays at Bar 721 5/17/10

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S.I.N. (Service Industry Night) Mondays
Every Monday, 10pm-5am
Bar 721
721 North Lincoln Lane
Miami Beach, FL 33139
One street North of Lincoln Road on Meridian Avenue.
www.bar721.com

Bar 721 is taking over Monday Nights in South Beach. Everyone is invited as we launch our new SIN Mondays (Service Industry Night). In celebration of the entire service industry, we’re bringing you the best house music and drink specials in town. After seeing the specials being thrown around, you’re going to find yourself gladly giving away that Tuesday morning shift.
DJ’s: Ismael, Inbal Lankry & Guests

2 for 1 Drinks ALL NIGHT (that’s not a typo)
Drink Specials
$2 Bud Light
$3 Shots
Sex on the Beach
Blue Hawaiian
Melon Balls
Kamikazes
$5 – Long Island Iced Tea (think we’re crazy yet?)
Bottle Service $50 – Finlandia Vodka

Miami Nightlife

Spring 2010 Fashion Designers Expo at Newport Beachside Resort 5/13-14/10

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Spring 2010 Fashion Designers Expo
May 13th-14th, 9pm
Newport Beachside Resort
16701 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, Florida 33160
www.fashiondesignersexpo.com

We would love to have you come out for a night of Fun and Fashion.

Guests may RSVP to attend for FREE but this does not guarantee a seat! It’s standing room only!

To purchase seating passes, please visit
http://kimajekreationsinc.com/FDE_Tickets_Online.html
If you have any questions please feel free to email us at info@fashiondesignersexpo.com

For Art’s Sake at Gallery 101 at Fat Village 5/28-29/10

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For Art’s Sake
May 28 & 29, 7-12pm
Gallery 101 at Fat Village
501 N. Andrews Avenue
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
954-882-1861
www.thegallery101.net

Presented by Freedom Art, FOR ART’S SAKE! is an art series highlighting outstanding work in illustration & design. Freedom Art’s goal, through FOR ART’S SAKE!, is to showcase and support high-caliber artists and designers, as well as enhance and encourage the growth of the arts in the area.

EVENING ART SHOW: $5.00
DATES: May 28 & 29, 2010
TIMES: 7pm-12am

AFTERNOON EVENT : $10.00
EVENT: Luncheon with Meet and Greet, Lectures and Workshop
DATE: May 29, 2010
TIME: 12pm-3pm

ARTIST MEET AND GREET LUNCHEON: In conjunction with Birdwatch there will be an Artist Meet and Greet as well as a Luncheon Lecture & Workshop May 29, 2010. The Meet and Greet will be a great opportunity for you to come and meet the artists as they will be selling signed, limited edition prints.

LECTURES & WORKSHOP: At the Lecture and Workshop visitors will have a chance to ask questions and learn what it takes to create an art print as some of the selected artists demonstrate their process. Visitors will also be able to take part in a silkscreen workshop. You will also take home a print sample of the silk-screen work you do at no extra cost.

MEET AND GREET 12pm-1pm
LECTURES 1pm-2pm
WORKSHOP 2pm-3pm
COST for this Afternoon Event: $10.00

For more info visit: http://www.forartssakeshow.com

Casa de Ha-ha at Sweat Records 5/11/10

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Casa de Ha-ha
May 11, 2010, 9:00
Sweat Records
5505 NE 2nd Ave Miami, FL
www.SweatRecordsMiami.com

CASA DE HAHA IN YOUR FACEHOLES

Miami’s monthly stand-up comedy showcase. Every 2nd Tuesday.
This month, we are treated by the presence of comics from the hearty NORTHLANDS. Yes, Boca, West Palm, Delrey Beach. S’gonna be a good’n.

Hilarity Provided By:
Nhan Du
Lucas Peterson-Connolly
Jim Fredrick
Will Watkins
Steve Kopache
Antwon Robinson
Joshua Simkowitz
Sean Beagan
Dan DeCotiis
And Adrian Mesa
And Ivan IS DEAD… riding his corpse, we got DREW SPEARS!

And I’m Daniel. I make it go.

Enough with the naming of names. What else can I say to convince you to attend? Come and have the fun laughter times.

Giant Step presents a Svedka Vodka Listening Session The ArchAndroid hosted by Janelle Monáe at the Florida Room 5/13/10

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Giant Step and SVEDKA Vodka present the first installment of the SVEDKA Vodka Listening Session series; an exclusive listening party for the hotly anticipated release of The ArchAndroid, hosted by Janelle Monáe.

Her introduction will begin promptly at 10PM, at The Florida Room at Delano, in Miami Beach, FL.

This event is free, but strictly RSVP.

The Florida Room at Delano, A Morgans Hotel
1685 Collins Ave
Miami Beach, FL 33139
Doors Open At: 09:00 PM
Show Starts At: 10:00 PM

Listen to the brand new album The ArchAndroid
before it hits the stores – Tuesday, May 18th — and have your questions ready for a special Q & A hosted by Janelle Monáe.

Join us at Cafeina for God Save the Queen 5/14/10

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Join us at Cafeina for “God Save the Queen!” – Friday, May 14 @ 9:30pm

Your favorite “Fab Duo GI.JOE” (aka Gino and I) are co-hosting a party on Friday at Wynwood hotspot, Cafeina.

Snap for the kids! The theme is “God Save the Queen” as we are celebrating all things royal. There will be complimentary cocktails from 9:30 to 10:30 p.m. and complimentary valet is offered.

There is also going to be a special performance by international dance/pop recording artist Corey Michaels.

Please make sure to Google Map the address before leaving your house because finding this spot can be hard.

297 Northwest 23rd Street. Miami, FL 33137.

Hope to see all of you there!

Miami Nightlife

Vizcayans Evening Under The Stars Fundraiser 5/13/10

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Vizcayans Evening Under The Stars Fundraiser Features Heavenly Fare and Benefits Historic Venue

The Vizcayans are set to take their 13th Annual celestial wine-and-food-pairing event to new heights on Thursday, May 13, 2010, from 7:30 to 11 PM at Vizcaya Museum and Gardens, 3251 South Miami Avenue, Miami, 33129.

This rare opportunity to experience the historic main house and gardens by night and enjoy signature cuisine from South Florida’s top-tier restaurants, paired with select wines, hand-crafted Stella Artois brews and House of Bacardi spirits is well worth the $65 (members) admission price. Non-members pay $85.

Presented by a collection of prestigious and generous sponsors, including South Florida Lincoln-Mercury Dealers and the Cayman Islands, the evening features a range of unique activities: tastings, tours, strolling entertainment, DJ with dancing and a silent auction that speaks volumes about the kind of support the Young Professionals arm of one of South Florida’s nationally-accredited landmarks has—even in this challenging economy.

China Grill Management Director of Development Terry Zarikian will serve as Honorary Chair and popular foodie/WLRN radio personality/Miami Herald columnist and blogger Linda Gassenheimer will be a host of the free-flowing cocktail/chic affair, set against the incomparably lush Vizcaya backdrop.

Participating restaurants include Area 31, Crepemaker, El Scorpion, Gibraltar at Grove Isle Hotel, Ill Grissino, Mercadito, Mia on Biscayne, Palme D’Or at the Biltmore, RED, SAWA, Sugarcane and Wish at the Hotel.

21 and over, rain or shine, dress to impress. All proceeds benefit Vizcaya Museum and Gardens. Call 305-856-4866 or visit www.VizcayaUnderTheStars.com for more information and to pre-purchase tickets at a discounted price.

About Vizcaya Museum and Gardens: Built by famed agricultural industrialist James Deering in 1916, Vizcaya exemplifies the American Renaissance, combining older European cultural values with the social, material, and environmental context of modern Miami. The 50-acre property consists of a main house, featuring 34 decorated rooms that showcase nearly 3,000 art objects and furnishings spanning two millennium, 10 acres of formal gardens, an historic farm village currently in restoration and the estate’s natural areas, including the environmentally sensitive native hardwood hammock, mangroves, and waterfront.
Vizcaya plays a vital role as a diplomatic seat of government for Miami-Dade County, hosting renowned figures, like Queen Elizabeth II, Pope John Paul II, President Ronald Regan and King Juan Carlos I and Queen Sofia of Spain, and global events like the Summit of the Americas, the signing of the Free Trade Agreement, the 2009 International Women’s Conference and Art Basel activities.
About the Vizcayans: The Vizcayans, Inc. a non-profit Florida organization, engages in the preservation and advancement of Vizcaya Museum and Gardens as an accredited museum and a National Historic Landmark through financial support, advocacy and other activities. The Vizcayans Corporation is the private sector partner to the public sector Vizcaya Museum and Gardens Trust and works cooperatively and collaboratively with the Trust to advance the mission of Vizcaya.

Roger Waters Pink Floyd The Wall Live at BankAtlantic Center 11/13/10

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Roger Waters has confirmed dates for his long-rumored full-album performances of Pink Floyd’s “The Wall,” announcing a 33-city North American outing to launch this fall.

The trek, which gets underway Sept. 15 in Toronto, will travel to most parts of the US and several Canadian cities during its three-month run, with multi-night stops in Chicago (9/20-21), Philadelphia (11/8-9) and Los Angeles (11/29 and 12/1).

Tickets go on sale, Monday, May 10, at 10am.
BUY TICKETS NOW AT TICKETMASTER

See more dates and cities here.

Roger Waters was a primary creative force in Pink Floyd from 1965 to 1983. Pink Floyd’s recordings were moderately successful through 1972. But The Dark Side of the Moon (March 1973), for which Waters wrote all the lyrics and some of the music, was a commercial breakthrough that became one of the most successful albums in rock history. Following the release of The Final Cut, Pink Floyd broke up and its members launched solo careers. Waters re-emerged with The Pros and Cons of Hitchhiking (April 1984), which went gold. Following the fall of the Berlin Wall, Waters organized an all-star performance of The Wall in Berlin on July 21, 1990. It was filmed and recorded, resulting in the album The Wall: Live in Berlin (September 1990).
Biographical excerpts from All Music Guide. See more info and reviews here.

TV Celebrity and Macy’s Culinary Council Chef Ming Tsai Dishes the Secrets of Great Pan-Asian Cuisine 5/15/10

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TV Celebrity and Macy’s Culinary Council Chef Ming Tsai Dishes the Secrets of Great Pan-Asian Cuisine
Saturday, May 15, 2010, 1 pm
Macy’s Home Store at Dadeland Mall
Macy’s Home Store at Dadeland Mall
Culinary Kitchen, 2nd floor
7675 SW 88th Street
Miami, FL 33156
http://bit.ly/culinarycouncil

Macy’s and Ming Tsai team up to demonstrate “East Meets West Cooking” at the culinary kitchen at Macy’s Home Store in the Dadeland Mall. The award-winning chef will prepare: New Style Salmon Sashimi, Asian Ratatouille with Couscous and a Tamari Marinated Tofu Cucumber Salad.

Ming Tsai started cooking at his family’s Chinese restaurant as a teenager in Dayton, Ohio. He then pursued a mechanical engineering degree from Yale University, which proved to be a brief detour in a career that would lead him to Paris, where he Studied at Le Cordon Bleu. Soon afterwards, he began working at Fauchon and Natacha where he encountered east-west cuisine for the first time. Back in the United States, Ming earned his master’s degree in Hotel and Hospitality Administration and Marketing which led him to the Mandarin Oriental Hotel in San Francisco.

Fast forward to 1998, Ming returned to the Boston area and opened his three-star restaurant Blue Ginger. Shortly after opening, the restaurant was nominated as “Best New Restaurant of the Year 1998” by the James Beard Foundation, as well as Esquire Magazine honored Ming as the “Chef of the Year 1998.” Numerous accolades followed, including the James Beard award for the 2002 Best Chef Northeast and Second Most Popular Boston Restaurant by the Zagat Restaurant Guide for seven consecutive years.

Ming, an Emmy Award winner, currently hosts and is executive producer of the public television cooking show Simply Ming. Ming is the author of three cookbooks: Blue Ginger, Simply Ming, and Ming’s Master Recipes. He is a national spokesperson for FAAN (Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network) and hosts a weekly podcast offering tips and tutorials on everything from filleting fish to decanting wine. Ming is also a founding member of Chefs for Humanity, a coalition of chefs and culinary professionals who organize relief and fundraising for people in need throughout the world. He is proud to have cooked for the police force and displaced victims of Hurricane Katrina.

Jen Stark and Rory Macarthur at Carol Jazzar Art 5/14/10

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Jen Stark & Rory Macarthur
Friday May 14th from 7-11pm at Carol Jazzar
158 NW 91 Street, Miami, FL 33150
carol@cjazzart.com #305-490-6906

“Sunken Sediment” / 25″ x 38″ x 25″ / archival colored paper & foam core, light / 2010

Carol Jazzar is pleased to present Jen Stark / Rory Macarthur, a two person exhibition of new three-dimensional work. Miami based Jen Stark’s vibrant oeuvre of the last few years comes full circle here with works that pay homage to her own prolific trajectory. A recessed paper hole in the wall reminiscent of a seminal early work sets the tone for a reflective collection of characteristically mystifying sculptures…. read more here.

If you’re interested in viewing the new pieces, please contact carol@cjazzart.com.

LegalArt SeminArt Launching Your Writing Career 5/20/10

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SeminArt: Launching Your Writing Career

A LECTURE AND Q&A FEATURING LITERARY AGENT SHANNON O’NEILL AND AUTHOR SANDRA BEASLEY.

Thursday, May 20, 2010 / 7:00-9:00pm
Rubell Family Collection / Contemporary Arts Foundation
95 NW 29th Street
Miami, FL 33127
EMAIL legalartprograms@gmail.com TO REGISTER.

This SeminArt is a unique opportunity for emerging writers of all types to get the inside scoop on Launching Your Writing Career from the perspective of literary agent Shannon O’Neill, and author Sandra Beasley. An experienced literary agent, Shannon will discuss how to find an agent, what agents do, and how to know if you have a good agent. She will also give tips on ensuring a successful meeting with an editor, such as what to include in a pitch and book proposal. Sandra will share her experience as an author who works in different genres, and provide advice on how to take advantage of the variety of opportunities open to writers who are versatile.

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

About the Presenters
Shannon O’Neill is an editor and literary agent at The Sagalyn Agency, based in Washington DC. For over 20 years, The Sagalyn Agency has represented journalists, academics, business writers, and novelists, doing business primarily with the large New York houses and focusing on up market nonfiction, business books, and commercial fiction. Shannon also teaches writing and
publishing workshops at The Writer’s Center in Washington and serves as a guest panelist at events such as the annual Conversations and Connections Writer’s Conference. Shannon has a Master’s degree in Writing from Johns Hopkins University and graduated cum laude from Dartmouth College.

Sandra Beasley is the author of two poetry collections: I Was the Jukebox (W.W. Norton, 2010) and Theories of Falling (New Issues, 2008). Her nonfiction has appeared in the Washington Post Magazine, and she is working on Don’t Kill the Birthday Girl: Tales From an Allergic Life (Crown, 2011). She first studied literature as an undergraduate at the University of Virginia, and holds an M.F.A. in creative writing from American University. Beasley lives in Washington, D.C.,
where she serves on the Board of The Writer’s Center; in 2010 she received an Individual Artist Fellowship from the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities.

Special thanks to our host Rubell Family Collection / Contemporary Arts Foundation

Piano Slam Classical Poetry and Hip Hop Unite at the Adrienne Arsht Center 5/12/10

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FREE EVENT!
Wednesday, May 12 @ 7:30 p.m.
John S. and James L. Knight Concert Hall

Watch worlds collide…classical, poetry and hip hop unite in Piano Slam.

See Susan and Sarah Wang, 2008 Dranoff International Two Piano Competition winners, in a classical music and rap poetry mash-up. The performance is bursting with creativity and features prominent Miami spoken word artists Lela Lombardo, Summer Hill Seven, DJ The Brass King, and the voices of Miami-Dade Public School Poets FREE in concert.

RESERVE YOUR FREE* TICKETS NOW
or call our box office at 305.949.6722.
This is a free event, but tickets must be reserved for attendance.
* Reservations limited to 4 tickets per person. Reservations do not guarantee admission. Seating is limited and will be on a first-come, first-seated basis. Please arrive early.

The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County
1300 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami, Florida, 33132

Spring-Summer collection sneak peak at NaraCamicie Miami Store 5/13/10

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Spring-Summer collection sneak peak
5-13-2010, 7:00pm
NaraCamicie Miami Store
760 Ocean Drive suite 5, corner with 8th street.
Miami Beach Fl, 33139
www.naracamicie.it

Euro chic hits Miami! Nara Camicie is the most important brand in Italy for shirts. They have more than 400 stores around the world and just opened in Miami Beach this January.

Get a sneak peak of our beautiful men’s and women’s collection for this Summer 2010.You know no one does fashion like italians.

The Coffee House Gypsies It Could Be You concert to benefit the homeless in Miami at Tobacco Road 6/9/10

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When: Wednesday, June 9th (9:00 PM, doors open at 8:30)
What: The Coffee House Gypsies: It Could Be You
Description: An acoustic-themed concert to benefit the homeless in Miami
Where: Tobacco Road, 2nd floor – 626 South Miami Avenue (Miami, 33130)

Details: This is a CHG concert. It will benefit The Camillus House. The show features special guest, folk-rock diva, Omine Eager. All-you-can-eat BBQ rib dinners will be served during the show for just $10.99 with choice of salad or potato. Admission is $10 at the door or $7 for advanced tickets. Tickets are on sale now at CoffeeHouseGypsies.com or from Camillus House. Must be 21 or older to attend. The second floor opens to the public at 8:30, show starts at 9.
Venue website: www.Tobacco-Road.com
Band website offers free music downloads and live video footage: www.CoffeeHouseGypsies.com

For more information please call: 305-374-1198

Coffee House Gypsies Jam at Jada Coles 5/29/10

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When: Saturday, May 29th (9:30 PM)
What: Coffee House Gypsies: Jam
Description: Four hours of live alterna-rock jamming at Jada Coles
Where: 2224 Coral Way (Miami, 33145)
Details: Free Admission.
Live rock music by The Coffee House Gypsies.
Drink specials include: $7 Svedka Vodka; $6 Margarita Shots; $3 PBR Beer.
Kitchen offers burgers and chicken tenders.
One audience member will win a free bar tab.
Must be 21 or older to attend.
Venue website: www.JadaColes.com
Band website offers free music downloads and live video footage: www.CoffeeHouseGypsies.com
For more information please call: 305-456-9242.

FAT Village Art Walk and Masquerade at Gallery 101 5/22/10

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FAT Village Art Walk & “Masquerade” at Gallery 101
05/22/10, 7pm-11pm
Gallery 101 at Fat Village Arts District
501 N. Andrews Avenue.,
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
www.thegallery101.net

FAT Village Art District Art Walk
Featuring Artist’s Open Studios at FAT Village
AND
“MASQUERADE”:
A Multi-Media Arts Event and Masquerade Ball!
Opening reception and “masked gathering”
SATURDAY MAY 22nd, 2010 From 7-11 PM
this event is free and open to the public
Refreshments / Wine

This exhibit will include masks and other art works by artists responding to symbolic and concrete uses of masks related to carnival, ceremonial, spiritual, and other societal appearances of “masking”. The exhibition will examine the mask as a wearable work of art, as a means of hiding or changing the identity of a person, as a protective device, literal and metaphoric meanings of”masking” in contemporary culture.

Historically, mask-makers have shown great resourcefulness in selecting and combining a wide array of materials. Artists in this exhibition also incorporate familiar and unexpected materials in their works.

Poetry by Mia Roman-Hernandez
Special “Masked ” Performance by Jean Minuchin from 8:30 pm till 8:45pm
BE SURE TO BE HERE FOR THIS VERY SPECIAL TREAT!!

EXHIBIT WILL INCLUDE WORKS BY THE FOLLOWING FEATURED ARTISTS;
Lily Fernandez,Alex Heria, Adam White, Virginia Metayer, Elisabeta Hermann, Helene Ruiz, Sergio Cervantes, Lynnette Shelley, Mia Roman-Hernandez, kUrban, Janet Villasmil, Wahala Temi, Tammy Mae Moon, Patricia Ariel, Melissa Shawn Griffin, Jennifer Geiss, Damien Venditti, Rishona Cann, Judy Polstra, Jim Hammond, Joseph Intini, Jean Minuchin, Ellen Schefler, Nelson Santiago, Alex Benitez and Nadya of Dream Pieces and Outrageous Wear

This is a special event curated by Helene Ruiz, founder of The Urban Individualists in collaboration with Adam White, of Gallery 101. Exhibit runs through June 5th

(For those who may want to purchase a mask for this event, there will be a limited amount of masks available for sale at the door.)

Cat Shell Live Music Schedule May – June 2010

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Cat Shell, a seductive songstress hailing from Boca Raton, FL, is here to bring her unique acoustic sound to the listening ears of the world. Cat has taken her eclectic taste in music and formulated a style that combines the sounds of the past with the present. Cat Shell’s music brings with it an aura of familiarity and radio-friendly artistry.She lyrically explores and elaborates on themes of self-exploration, personal growth, and love, all in a manner that the whole world can relate to.

Saturday May 15 9-11:30pm @ Moonchine 7100 Biscayne Blvd (Miami)

Friday June 4 9pm-12:30am @ Seminole Casino 5550 NW 40th St (Coconut Creek)

Saturday June 5 10pm @ Jada Coles 2224 Coral Way (Miami)

Friday June 18 9-11:30pm @ Moonchine 7100 Biscayne Blvd (Miami)

More Info at  Cat Shell’s Website.

Photo by Starry  Night Photography

Photographs of The Good, Bad and the Kinky Party at MI-VI on 5/7/10

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The Good, Bad and the Kinky party at MI-IV on Friday, May 7, 2010.  This was  Miami’s 4th Annual Sexy Theme party for the Saints and Deviants
but not for the Faint of Heart!  They had Special Performances by: Azazel,  Fetish Entertainment by: Pamela Canellas and The Hot Jam Dancers, and
Latex Bodypainting by: Troy. Presented by: EroticSignature.com in association with Life Is Art and Taboo Exchange.

Photographs of the Miami Rum Renaissance Festival Grand Tasting on 5/8/10

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Miami Rum Renaissance Festival Grand Tasting at The Raleigh Hotel on Saturday, May 8,2010.  We got to experience the world’s best rums, including Abuelo, Appleton, Atlantico, Bacardi, Barcelo, Barrilito, Berkshire Mountain, Brugal, Caldas, Cartavio, Chairman’s Reserve, Sgt. Classick, Clement, Cruzan, Dictador, Diplomatico, Don Q, Dos Maderas, Flor De Caña, JM, Koloa, Leblon, Mahiki, Matusalem, Montanya, Ocumare, Palo Viejo, Plantation, Pussers, Ron Llave, Seven Tiki, St. Aubin, Santa Teresa, Skipper Demerara Rum, Tommy Bahama, Vizcaya, Zacapa, Zafra, Zaya and more.  If you missed this great time you have to put in on your calendar for next year, this is one event I will never miss.

Mode Lifestyle Magazine Launch of the Face of Mode Model Search and Edition Release Party 6/4/10

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MODE Lifestyle Magazine Launch of the “Face of MODE Model Search” All White Extravaganza and Edition Release Party
Friday, June 4th, 2010
8pm-10-30pm
After Party Starts at 11:00p
Mondrian Hotel South Beach
1100 West Ave
Miami Beach, FL 33139
http://www.modelifestylemagazine.com

MODE will start an exciting new model search to find “The Face Of Mode Lifestyle Magazine”. The first round of competition in the search will be held Friday, June 4th 2010 at the spectacular Mondrian Miami South Beach Hotel. These events will gain exposure for up and coming models whilst showcasing designs from an array of talented new designers as well as the high end name brands that we all know and love. It will also represent great networking opportunities.

In addition, the Friday, June 4th event will be a release party for an edition of Mode Lifestyle Magazine.

Look forward to seeing you there.

To be considered for the Model Search please send COMP cards, Information, pics, etc. to: Models@modelifestylemagazine.com

To RSVP for this event simply visit: www.modelifestylemagazine.com
You may also send email to registrations@ModeLifestylemagazine.com

Should be an exceptional time at a GORGEOUS venue

CoverGirl Clean Makeup for Clean Water Program Miami Event 5/15/10

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CoverGirl Clean Makeup for Clean Water Program Miami Event
Saturday, May 15, 2010, 12:00PM – 2:00PM
Walgreens
8327 W Flagler Street
Miami, FL 33144
http://www.covergirl.com/clean/instore_event.jsp

Meet television, movie actress and CoverGirl, Dania Ramirez, as she presents the NEW CoverGirl collection and the Clean Makeup for Clean Water Program in Miami on Saturday, May 15th, 2010.

Dania will be discussing her affiliation to the Clean Makeup for Clean Water Program at the Walgreens located in 8327 W Flagler Street from 12:00 – 2:00 PM.

Come by to enjoy FREE mini makeovers with CoverGirl beauty consultants! You will also have the chance to participate in a meet & greet with Dania as well as other CoverGirl giveaway opportunities.

Cafeina Hosts Special Event Honoring Songwriter Jamie Jo Harris and Producer Rudy Perez 5/13/10

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Cafeina Hosts Special Event Honoring Songwriter Jamie Jo Harris Along With Collaborator And Grammy Award-Winning Producer Rudy Perez

“People We Love” celebrates the debut of the dynamic music duo’s new tracks “Sexy Money” and “Rock On It”

Wynwood hotspot Cafeina sets the tune with the next installment of “People We Love,” an event series honoring Miami’s tastemakers, influencers and philanthropists. On Thursday, May 13, 2010, songwriter and now jewelry designer Jamie Jo Harris, along with collaborator and nine-time Grammy Award-winning producer Rudy Perez, will host the fourth installment of hit party series, complete with the exclusive debut of the duo’s new tracks “Sexy Money” and “Rock On It.”

Guests will enjoy hors d’oeuvres by Executive Chef Guily Booth and complimentary cocktails from 9:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. International mix-master and “People We Love” resident DJ Joe Dert will keep the crowd going until the early hours while hostess Jamie Jo is also expected to jump on the turntables to spin a selection of hand-picked beats including her chart-topping debut single, “U Turn Me On,” a pop confection duet with legendary vocalist Barry Gibb of Bee Gees fame.

One of the newest lifetime members of the Songwriters Hall of Fame, Jamie Jo is currently working with Rudy Perez to produce a selection of songs to be presented to his A-list clients including Leona Lewis and Beyonce, among others. As one of South Florida’s leading fashionistas and trendsetters, having walked the runway at various charitable fashion shows and been appointed hostess of events and store openings for some of the world’s most recognized designers, Jamie Jo has also just launched the first piece of her jewelry line, Belle Coeur.

About Cafeina:
Cafeina is a multi-room, restaurant-lounge-art gallery with a lush outdoor garden. It is located at 297 Northwest 23rd Street in the Miami Wynwood Art District. The kitchen, led by Executive Chef Guily Booth, offers light bites including Miniature Kobe Burgers ($11), Crab Cakes ($13) and Oriental Salmon Tartar ($13), and is open Wednesday through Saturday 6:00 p.m. to midnight; the bar is open until 3:00 a.m. Complimentary valet parking is available. For more information, please call 305.438.0792.

Thursday, May 13, 2010
9:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.

Cafeina
297 Northwest 23rd Street
Miami, FL 33137
For reservations: 305.438.0792

The Wolfsonian–Florida International University free admission as part of the Association of Art Museum Directors celebration of International Museum Day 5/18/10

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The Wolfsonian–Florida International University To Join In Association Of Art Museum Directors
Celebration Of International Museum Day On May 18, 2010

The Wolfsonian–Florida International University announced today that it will join museums around the United States in offering free gallery admission on Tuesday, May 18 as part of the Association of Art Museum Directors’ (AAMD) celebration of International Museum Day.
Participation by AAMD member museums will focus attention on the important roles that art museums serve in their communities, further showcase their remarkable collections, and increase opportunities for audiences to engage with the many educational programs art museums offer.

On this day visitors to The Wolfsonian may enjoy—in addition to the exhibitions on view—the museum’s display of works from the Page at a Time children’s program, which features handcrafted books created by students from Miami-Dade public schools as well as the display of works from the Artful Citizenship program, a language arts and social studies curriculum that uses The Wolfsonian’s collection as its primary teaching tool. The Page at a Time and the Artful Citizenship projects, which emphasize the connections between art, history, and ideas, and explore the visual power of words and images, will be on display in the lobby of The Wolfsonian Thursday May 6 through Sunday, June 6, 2010.

Every year AAMD member museums—located across the United States, Canada, and Mexico—including The Wolfsonian celebrate International Museum Day at the invitation of the International Council of Museums (ICOM). This year’s theme, “Museums for Social Harmony,” intends to raise awareness about the role of museums in teaching social harmony to the public at large. “We believe that art museums are crucial to our understanding of world history and cultures, and provide a unique and irreplaceable public service,” said Michael Conforti, president of AAMD and director of the Sterling and Francine Clark Art Institute in Williamstown, MA. “AAMD is committed to exploring new ways to underscore the value of the visual arts in civic society, and we are excited that The Wolfsonian is joining with us and the global community of museums to focus on this message of public service.”

A comprehensive list of participating AAMD member art museums will be available in the newsroom of the AAMD website. More information about ICOM’s International Museum Day can be found here.

The Page at a Time program is made possible by Carnival Foundation, with special thanks to the Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

Artful Citizenship is funded by the Children’s Trust, a dedicated source of revenue established by voter referendum to improve the lives of children and families in Miami-Dade County. With support of the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade County and Board of County Commissioners.

About The Wolfsonian–Florida International University
The Wolfsonian is a museum, library, and research center that uses objects to illustrate the persuasive power of art and design, to explore what it means to be modern, and to tell the story of social, historical, and technological changes that have transformed our world. The collections comprise approximately 120,000 objects from the period of 1885 to 1945—the height of the Industrial Revolution to the end of the Second World War—in a variety of media including furniture; industrial-design objects; works in glass, ceramics, and metal; rare books; periodicals; ephemera; works on paper; paintings; textiles; and medals.
The Wolfsonian is located at 1001 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach, FL. Admission is $7 for adults; $5 for seniors, students, and children age 6 -12; and free for Wolfsonian members, State University System
of Florida staff and students with ID, and children under six. The Wolfsonian, presently on a Summer Schedule through September 15, 2010, is open Thursday from noon-6pm; Friday from noon-9m; Saturday and Sunday from noon-6pm; and is closed Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday. Contact us at 305.531.1001 or visit us online at www.wolfsonian.org for further information.
The Wolfsonian receives ongoing support from The Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade County Mayor and Board of County Commissioners; the City of Miami Beach, Cultural Affairs Program, Cultural Arts Council; the William J. and Tina Rosenberg Foundation; Continental Airlines, the Official Airline of The Wolfsonian–FIU; Bacardi USA, Inc.; and Arrowood Vineyards & Winery.

Photographs of the Rums of Puerto Rico VIP Party at The Ritz Carlton on 5/7/10

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The Rums of Puerto Rico VIP Party at The Ritz Carlton in South Beach on Friday, May 7, 2010.  This is part of the Miami Rum Renaissance Festival that runs from May 5th – May 8th.  The Grand Tasting is being held at  The Raleigh Hotel on South Beach Saturday, May 8th and Sunday, May 9th.  This is where you can taste over 35 different rums.  If you love rum this is something you should not miss, or even if rum is not your favorite you never know when you might find one that you like.  See you there.

Sneak Peek at the Fisker Worlds First Premium Plug-In Hybrid at Fontainbleau 5/15/10

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Warren Henry Automobiles to host reception at Fontainebleau Miami Beach

Fisker Karma, the world’s first premium plug-in hybrid electric vehicle, will be in Miami for the first time when Warren Henry displays the Karma at the Fontainebleau Miami Beach,
4441 Collins Avenue
May 15th, beginning at 10:00 AM at the main valet entrance.
Hosted cocktail reception, 6p – 8p
RSVP to “Karma”: rsvp@warrenhenryauto.com

The event is part of a 42-city tour celebrating California-based Fisker Automotive’s new North American retail network. A full tour schedule and images are available online in the News section of www.fiskerautomotive.com

The Fisker Karma is the world’s first premium plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV). It combines world-class luxury and sports car-like performance with industry-leading economy and zero tailpipe emissions.

With 403hp it can reach 60mph in six seconds and a top speed of 125mph, yet it can achieve more than 100mpg on an annual basis. The Karma has a total range of 300 miles, 50 of which are electric-only and powered by a Lithium-ion battery from A123 Systems that can be fully recharged in as little as eight hours from any electrical outlet.

The four-seat sedan was designed by Fisker Automotive CEO Henrik Fisker, who also designed the Aston Martin DB9 and BMW Z8, both of which were featured in James Bond movies.

“In building our U.S. network we selected retailers with a successful track record handling established premium brands and delivering a premium customer experience,” said Mr. Fisker.

Warren Henry Automobiles has served South Florida for more than 34 years, and has consistently been a top performer in terms of sales and service. The group consists only of luxury brands, including Land Rover, Jaguar, Infiniti, Volvo, Fisker and Lamborghini.

Warren Henry Zinn, President of Warren Henry Automobiles, comments, “We’re very excited to bring the Fisker brand to Miami. The vehicle represents everything we appreciate in a car – style, performance and advanced technology. This is one car that truly is like no other, and it is a vehicle that people will need to drive to believe!”

Distinctive, stylish and green, the Karma is priced competitively within its segment and appeals to eco-friendly customers who don’t want to compromise their passion for driving.

Fisker Automotive created the premium plug-in hybrid segment when it introduced the Karma at the 2008 North American International Auto Show as a concept. Initial customer deliveries are expected to begin first quarter 2011. The Fisker Karma order bank already exceeds 1,600 vehicles.

In September 2009 Fisker Automotive was approved for a conditional Department of Energy loan of $528.7 million, which will go toward the development of a line of lower-priced plug-in hybrids as well as the purchase of a former GM assembly plant in Wilmington, Delaware. The company expects to create up to 5,000 direct and indirect U.S. jobs in the coming years.

For details call the Fisker Miami Personal Concierge line at: 888-616-6006 or 305-690-6006

Paper Opening Reception at Fredric Snitzer Gallery 5/8/10

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PAPER
May 8th through June 26th, 2010
Opening Saturday, May 8th, 2010 7-9 pm
Fredric Snitzer Gallery
2247 NW 1st Place, Miami, Fl 33127

Marks on paper, whether deliberately or accidentally made, become seeds of thought,
guidelines, if you will, for further interpretation in the process of creating. The skills for
thinking in two and three dimension are not natural companions or abilities accordingly
matched. Understanding space and how an object defines itself and its surroundings is
the thrust and challenge of a sculptor. But where does it begin?
The artists assembled in PAPER are all recognized for their work in sculpture and
installation. This exhibit at the Fredric Snitzer Gallery examines their other work, the
source.

Alice Aycock / Diana Al-Hadid / John Bock / Cooper / Jon Pylypchuk / Gavin Perry
Loriel Beltran / Cristina Lei Rodriguez / Yasue Maetake / Terence Koh

PAPER opens at the Fredric Snitzer Gallery, Miami, Florida on May 8th, 2010 at 7pm.

Family Resource Center Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament 6/4/10

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Join us at the Gables Chamber 2010 Golf Classic with a portion of proceeds to benefit Family Resource Center. On June 4, 2010, come out and enjoy a beautiful day of golf while supporting programs to benefit abused and neglected children. For more information or to secure your foursome, download the PDF Brochure here: Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament

Friday, June 4th 2010
Registration begins at 11:00am
Shotgun starts at Noon
The Biltmore Golf Course
1200 Anastasia Avenue
Coral Gables, Fl 33134

Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce
2010 Golf Classic

The lush Biltmore Hotel Golf Course sets the scene for this year’s competition. Don’t miss out on this outstanding opportunity to market your company on the faireway or the green during the annual golf tournament.

The golf classic will begin with the Shotgun at noon and end with the Awards Reception at 4:00pm. Even if you don’t play golf come out and enjoy special rates at the world renowned Biltmore Spa, Fontana Restaurant and even enjoy an overnight stay at the historic Biltmore Hotel!

RELAX, RECHARGE, REFRESH while supporting a good cause.

Teatro Abanico Presentando Stories from the sidewalk Historias desde la acera 5/14-15/10

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Dance Ensemble In Concert
Dance Concert & Silent Auction
Date: May 13 – 15, 2010
Location: Abanico Theater
Academy of Arts & Minds
3138 Commodore Plaza, Coconut Grove
General admission is $10 for adults, $3 for students.
Wonderful services, gifts and gift certificates have been donated for the Silent Auction both evenings.
Admissions and all proceeds from the auction will directly benefit the Dance program.
Come enjoy the A&M dance students’ performance in the Abanico Theater on May 14 and 15, 2010 at 8:00 p.m. Wonderful services, gifts and gift certificates have been donated for the Silent Auction both evenings. General admission is $10 for adults, $3 for students. Admissions and all proceeds from the auction will directly benefit the Dance program.

Anuncios del Teatro Abanico
Fecha: 5 / 14 y 15 /2010
Hora: 8:30 PM
Dirección: Karym Bejerano
Producción: Academy of Arts & Minds.
Actuan: Alumnos de Dansa del AA&M
Género: Danza
Los alumnos del programa de danza del AA&M tendran su presentación este próximo 14 y 15 de mayo en el teatro Abanico. Como directora de esta teatro les recomiendo este espectáculo, lleno frescura y modernidad. Serán solo dos funciones, por una suma módica de 10$ por persona y 3$ por joven, el viernes 14 tendremos también una subasta. Los esperamos.
Para más información entre la página web de A&M
Academy of Arts and Minds Website

Hilton’s Birthday Bash Salvation Reunion with DJ Abel 5/8/10

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This Saturday, May 8th at 10pm, help celebrate Hilton’s Birthday at the Salvation Reunion Party.

DJ Abel will be spinning a mixture of the latest music and many of the familiar classics and diva vocals from the Salvation era, often updated with brand new remixes so that the party always feels fresh and new.

One of Salvation’s original Diva’s, Kitty Meow, will be performing on Score’s exciting new suspended stage, that retracts up to the roof when not in use. If you haven’t been to the club recently you are in for a pleasant surprise.

On the second floor, Omar Gonzalez will be hosting Mr Big’s Room with music by Bryan Zero, spinning pop, R&B and top 40.

This is traditionally one of the busiest parties of the year so please get there early so that you are not kept waiting outside.

Hilton will be giving away 2 Mark Baker Weekend Passes to the Wonderland events in Orlando – visit www.MarkBakerEvents.com for more details. Make sure you look for the iPads to sign up for this drawing.

Miami Nightlife

Don’t Call Me Pretty! Women Artists at Pan American Art Projects5/8/10

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JOIN US THIS SATURDAY MAY 8th FOR SECOND SATURDAY
WYNWOOD GALLERY WALK: 6-9pm
Don’t Call Me Pretty! Women In Art
April 22 – June 5, 2010

Featuring selected works by:
Belkis Ayon, Jane Martin
Tania Bruguera, Elsa Mora
Ryder Cooley, Marta Maria Perez Bravo
Nora Correas, Sandra Ramos
Andrea Cote, Rosangela Renno
Maysey Craddock, Graciela Sacco
Antonia Eiriz, Carolina Sardi
Ana Fabry, Tracey Snelling
Aimee Garcia, Vibeke Tandberg
Cristina Lucas, Lucia Warck Meister

2450 NW 2nd Ave. Miami, FL 33127
t: 305.573.2400 f: 305.573.0720
miami@panamericanart.com
www.panamericanart.com

Sputnik Plunk Mark Atomos Pilon at Harold Golen Gallery 5/8/10

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“Sputnik Plunk” MARK ATOMOS PILON/ Harold Golen Gallery May 8th, 2010, 7-11pm
HAROLD GOLEN GALLERY
2294 NW 2nd AVE
MIAMI, FL 33127
Wynwood Art District
305-989-3359
haroldgolengallery.com

Opening Reception 7-11pm
Performing live during the opening: THE GOLDDUST LOUNGE

* In addition to the 9 fantastic large 20″x24″ paintings at $800 and 3 amazing medium size 8″x24″ paintings at $500, there will be 24 original 6″x6″ paintings at $150 each, this can be a great Mother’s Day gift idea that she’ll keep forever! ( this applies only to those who have cool moms…)

Mark Atomos Pilon was born under the Northern Lights, in Canada’s mysterious north. Perhaps it’s a childhood dwarfed by the aurora borealis that made him seek out his alias. After graduating from art school, Mark was researching an art project when he stumbled across a Walt Disney book called “Our Friend the ATOM”. The Greek name Atomos leapt out at him. “It means indivisible, or the smallest possible object,” Mark explains. “Mystery and science are a good working combination.”

Now based on the West Coast, he sent his imagination into a future that may never arrive. Every aspect of his art is carefully computer drawn and then meticulously painted in acrylic layers, to give them a sharp, print-like synthetic quality.

Mark has worked in magazine design for over 15 years as a designer and illustrator. Today he is one of three creative directors for Vancouver’s Georgia Straight Magazine His commercial clients include IKEA, Walgreens, the Sierra Club, and Virgin. He continues to illustrate for magazines worldwide and paints for galleries across North America. His paintings are a natural transition from his editorial illustrations, which are still computer constructed.

Those paintings grew out of Mark’s love of underground comics, space-age record jackets, scooter culture, and Moog music. “I’ve always been interested in the graphic arts of the 50s and 60s. They always used the best colours and lines. I love the work of Gene Deitch, Mary Blair, BC Binning, and Jim Flora.”

His most recent pieces reflect a post-pop conviction with an dab of surrealism that casts aside logic to reveal slices of modern life projected from dark holes into a dreamy multicolored world. It’s a style that can be recognized in an instant, but will stay with you for a lifetime. However, it’s not for everyone – if you’re looking for institutional, naturalistic art, keep on walking. “I have a lot of people tell me their kids can paint better than me,” Pilon says with a laugh. “I’m okay with that.”

In 2006, Mark received the Best Illustration Feature award for “Running on Empty” at the Western Magazine Awards.

Sultan at Space with Roland and LP 5/8/10

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Saturday, May 8th: Starts at 11pm
Event: Sultan
Location: The Terrace
Space is proud to present a repeat engagement from Montr�al’s own Sultan. After wowing the crowds during MMC, he returns for an exclusive engagement on the legendary Terrace. Joining him will be Space resident Louis Puig, and Roland…

Saturday, May 8th: Starts at 11pm
Event: The Techno Loft
Location: Techno Loft
The Techno Loft continues their mission to bring cutting-edge sounds to the masses with music by residents Maurizio + Danyelino and Dsan Powell, as well as guest DJs Basti and Miguel Diaz…

Saturday, May 8th: Starts at 11pm
Event: The Space Ballroom
Location: The Space Ballroom
The Space Ballroom, Miami’s longest-running hip-hop and open format party, is proud to present another night of music by resident DJs Radamas and Meta-4…

Buy Tickets Here.

Miami Nightlife

The Heavy Pets Album Release Party at Culture Room 5/8/10

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Florida’s own, The Heavy Pets (THP), are celebrating the release of their second full-length studio effort on Saturday, May 8 and we’d love for you to join us. The self-titled album features 12 colorful tracks, a slew of special guest musicians and a distinctly bold new statement from THP. CDs will be distributed at the launch party.

Culture Room
3045 Federal Highway | Fort Lauderdale

Saturday, May 8
Performance 9:00

The Heavy Pets (THP) are an American band whose contagious vibe blends rhythm and blues, jazz-funk and reggae fusion with homegrown rock and roll. Called “a living, breathing, force of nature” by Dan Sweeney of Relix magazine, THP are known for powerhouse performances spiked with hot electric licks and multi-climactic instrumental solos, as well as for their masterful acoustic acumen. In 2007, the group became an instant Sirius radio sensation with the release of their acclaimed double-disc debut album, Whale, driven by hit tracks “Operation of Flight” and “Sleep.” Major festival darlings, THP have taken the stage at Bonnaroo, moe.down, Langerado, New Orleans Backbeat Jazzfest, and their namesake PetZoo, a two-day, multi-band festival that draws hordes of Pets devotees to Bucks County, PA, to feast on the headliners’ live alchemy. www.theheavypets.com

Naturist Philosophy In Design At Glottman Warehouse 5/8/10

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naturist philosophy in design
saturday, may 8, 7 to 10:30 p.m
glottman warehouse 219 n.w. 26th st.
219 n.w. 26th st., Miami
www.glottman.com

glottman features experimental, artistic and limited edition furniture, objects and performance
in company of love contemporary; a movement of pure modern love.

exhibition “naturist philosophy in design”

glottman’s him and her chairs designed by fabio novembre will become integrated with the society of a lost eden as music by dj andrew zahn resonates through our wynwood warehouse.

shots of natural vintage nudity off the shores of the french riviera, curated by love contemporary magazine will be projected on a big screen to show you the secrets of this naturist colony

Taurus Affair at Club O1 5/7/10

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Friday May 7 2010 Taurus Affair at Club O1
05/7/2010, From 11 pm to 5 am
club o1
One Ocean Drive
Miami Beach Florida 33139
305 538 1111
WWW.CLUBO1.COM

Friday May 7 2010 at Club O1 From11pm to 5am
Evon Gordon and Damien “Omen”. will introduce to you a night of unforgettable memories. Taurus Affair Friday’s. With a blend of cultures fused together creating an irresistible experience; tasteful, chic, sexy, unique. Taurus Affair the new way to party, And Music by Renaissance and Dutty Dex. Dress code is strictly enforced at Club O1. No sandals, no sneakers, no flip-flops, no hats, no shorts, no t-shirts.
For more information or to book your reservation
call 305.538.1111 or 754.204.3753
For reservations table and bottle reservations:
reservations.miami@nikkibeach.com

Dancing In Miami At Nikki Music Every Sunday Night 5/9/10

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DANCING IN MIAMI AT NIKKI MUSIC EVERY SUNDAYS NIGHT
05/09/2010, from 7 pm to 5 am

NIKKI BEACH MIAMI
One Ocean drive
Miami beach Florida 33139
305 538 1111
WWW.NIKKIBEACH.COM

Every Sunday Night From 9pm 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 DJ Bruno and DJ Armand Pena.

For more information or to book your reservation call 305.538.1111 For reservations table and bottle reservations: viptables@nikkibeach.com

Miami International University of Art & Design Hosts its 8th Annual Student Exhibition 6/10/10

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Join us for an evening of art and refreshments. This unique exhibition showcases our students’ many talents, while offering them gallery exhibition learning experience. Each year over 200 pieces are submitted by students of all programs hoping that their piece will be one of the 45 selected to be displayed for the exhibition. The exhibit is juried by a local Miami artist who selects three honorable mentions and one best in show.

The exhibit opens Thursday, June 3rd and runs through July 15th. A Student Exhibit reception will be held on Thursday, June 10th, from 6 to 9 pm, and is open to the public at no charge. For more information about the exhibit or Miami International University of Art & Design, please visit www.mymiu.edu.

The exhibit will be in the Main Gallery at Miami International University of Art & Design, 1501 Biscayne Blvd., in Miami. Gallery is open to the public at no cost during regular university hours from 8am – 10pm, Monday – Friday. Metered parking is available on the street and parking is available in the Omni Garage for $12.00 per hour.

For more information on this and other university events, please contact Marcia Gomez, magomez@aii.edu.

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

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.

Kangarilla Road Wine Dinner at A Fish Called Avalon 5/17/10

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Kangarilla Road Wine Dinner at A Fish Called Avalon
Monday, May 17, 2010, 7:00 pm
A Fish Called Avalon
700 Ocean Dr
Miami Beach, FL
A Fish Called Avalon

Join DINE Magazine at A Fish Called Avalon for a fantastic Australian wine dinner with Kangarilla Road. For this event, we will be bringing in Kevin O’Brien, the winemaker, to walk us through the tasting. Cost is $64 all-inclusive. Each course will be paired with a different wine from the Kangarilla Road portfolio.

MENU:
Hors d’Oeurves
Mojo Marinated Local Rock Shrimp with an Avocado Pureè
Pan-Roasted Blue Crab Cake, Caper Remoulade

1st Course
Pepper-Seared Ahi Tuna, Riesling Poached Miyagi Oysters
Shaved Local Hearts of Palm, Florida Citrus Salad, Kangarilla Shiraz/Voigner Reduction

2nd Course
Hamachi Sashimi, Poached Local Spiny Lobster Tail, Succotash of Sweet Corn, Lima Bean, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Spicy Tomato Broth

3rd Course
Slow-Cooked Cumin and Coriander Rubbed Duck Breast
Spring Asparagus and Shiitake Mushroom Ragout with a Shiraz, Star Anise, Raisin Emulsion

4th Course
Dijon and Pine Nut Crusted Colorado Rack of Lamb
Parmesan Polenta, Shaved Truffled Pecorino, Peperonata

Dessert

Kangarilla Road is a producer of premium wines in South Australia’s McLaren Vale wine region.

Purchase your tickets here.

Celebrate the launch of Jonathan Adler for 7 For All Mankind 5/15/10

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WHO: Luxury denim brand 7 For All Mankind

WHAT: 7 For All Mankind invites guests to celebrate the launch of its latest collaboration: Jonathan Adler for 7 For All Mankind. Interior design powerhouse Jonathan Adler lent his whimsical aesthetic to 7 For All Mankind’s famous fits to create a totally unique, limited edition collection for men and women. While they shop guests will enjoy champagne, sweets, and music by Miami local DJ D-Up. Shoppers will receive an exclusive gift with any Jonathan Adler for 7 For All Mankind purchase (while supplies last). Plus, enter to win a $100 7 For All Mankind gift card.

WHEN: Saturday, May 15th
2:00pm – 5:00pm

WHERE: 7 For All Mankind – Aventura Mall
19501 Biscayne Blvd.
Aventura, FL 33180
305.932.2297

MORE: For further information about 7 For All Mankind or the event, please contact Ryan Dziadul: ryan_dziadul@vfc.com

Mykel Stevens and Rod Pratt Birthday Blow-Out at The Clevelander 5/7/10

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MYKEL STEVENS & ROD PRATT BIRTHDAY BLOW-OUT!!!!!
Friday, May 7, 2010 at 7:00pm, 7pm till 11pm & 11pm till 5am
The Clevelander Hotel (C-Level Rooftop Terrace)
1020 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach Fl (C-Level Rooftop Terrace)Entrance Thru Main Lobby.
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=123028097713951

FRIDAY MAY 7th 2010
SUNSET BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION
*MYKEL STEVENS/ ROD PRATT/VICTOR FIGUEROA
7pm TILL 11pm

“Inspirations from Above”
on C-Level the Rooftop Terrace of the Clevelander
(Located on the 6th Floor/Entrance in Hotel Lobby)

Complimentary Bud Light Lime, Jack Daniels Cocktails & Light Bites
Birthday Cake By: Jeff Lallouz!

Music by: Joshua Stedman accompanied by Max Farber
Special Guest Musical Acts: Carmen Amara / Maryel Epps
DJ’s: Stefano Ravisini & Wasabi

THE PARTY CONTINUES
11pm TILL 5am

****THERAPY****
1020 Music BoXX. (2nd Floor The Clevelander)
Special guest from FRANCE – DJ HALLEX. M UNITED MUSIC RECORDS – JELLYBEAN SOUL & Ivan Diaz along w/ vocalist LISA SHAW
TEXT or CALL to RSVP: Mykel Stevens (305.450.5154)

Ascension on The Roof Presents Sage Molotov 5/8/10

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ASCENSION on THE ROOF PRESENTS: SAGE MOLOTOV
Saturday, May 8, 2010, 12pm till 9pm
The Clevelander (C Level Roof Deck)
1020 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, Fl
(C Level Roof Deck) Entrance thru Main Lobby
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=103910026320900

ASCENSION on THE ROOF PRESENTS DJ SAGE MOLOTOV
Not only is the roof top sexy but wait till you see and hear her sexy beats.
This is a place where what happens on the roof top…….gets talked about all week!
With scenic views of Miami that makes you forget whats down below

It will be an amazing day of SUN and FUN, DRINKS and DANCING and anything else that may Ascend!!
* NO COVER
* Private elevator entrance
* Cozy VIP Cabanas
* Waterfall pools
* Parking in the garage behind hotel
BOTTLE SPECIALS 150.00
VODKA SPECIALS 5.00
BEER PITCHERS 10.00

NO LISTS this is a place where all your favorite people can be together…
You can wear a sexy swim suit or favorite shorts….or NOTHING…

CONTACT: for reservations
ERIN MIA 954-232-0772
KYM HEWETT 786-768-6659
MYKEL STEVENS 305-450-5154

Summer Shorts Theatre Festival 15th season: June 2010

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City Theatre Celebrates 15 Seasons With World-Premiere, Full-Length Lisa Loeb Musical & Stellar Line-Up Of “Shorts” Stars

It’s Summer, and it’s the season for shorts,
Summer Shorts, that is.
Coming June 2010, is the 15th season of the Summer Shorts Theatre Festival, and what a summer it will be!
Featuring…
* A world-premiere commissioned work by award-winning singer/songwriter Lisa Loeb, penned by Miami native/”Sons of Anarchy” staff writer/Summer Shorts playwright Marco Ramirez
* New work by Christopher Durang, Adam Sandler, Rolin Jones and a reprise of everyone’s favorite play, “Matterhorn” by Rich Orloff.
* Performed by a cast of leading S. Fla. actors, including “Mr. Summer Shorts” himself Stephen Trovillion and the wacky Elena Maria Garcia.

Mark your calendar, June 3-27, at the Arsht Center.
In partnership with Actors Theatre of Louisville, the nation’s pre-eminent theatre festival, Summer Shorts Theatre Festival offers the best in new short plays, a little of this, a little of that: dramas, comedies, musicals, farces, mysteries-an experience that covers the emotional landscape.


SODOM & GOMORRAH: PRICED TO SELL by Ken Brisbois offered audiences a bawdy and irreverent glimpse of Gomorrah with (from L to R) Stephen Trovillion, Laura Turnbull, John Manzelli and Stephen G. Anthony.

15th Anniversary Summer Season Features New, Full-Length Musical Penned by Grammy Award-Nominated Singer/Songwriter Lisa Loeb & Rising Star Marco Ramirez along with “Shorts” stars Christopher Durang, Rolin Jones, Rich Orloff … and “Mr. Summer Shorts”, Stephen Trovillion

WHAT: City Theatre celebrates the 15th Anniversary Season of the company’s acclaimed annual Summer Shorts Festival featuring two series of 5-20-minute one-act plays: Signature Short, the original series that put “shorts” on the map; and Undershorts, a late-night series of shorts for adults that is edgy, irreverent, and completely hilarious
City Theatre’s 15th Anniversary Season features the company’s first full-length World Premiere Musical with CAMP KAPPAWANNA, with music by Grammy-nominated singer/songwriter Lisa Loeb, book by rising star Marco Ramirez and conceived by City Theatre Producing Artistic Director Stephanie Norman


Stephen Trovillion, John Manzelli and David Hemphill were lost at sea in Brendan Andolsek Bradley’s JETTISON.

WHEN & WHERE: June 3 – 27: at and in association with the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts, Carnival Studio Theater in Miami; and July 1 – 3 at the Epstein Center for the Arts at Nova Southeastern University in Davie.

TICKETS: Miami: Tickets for performances in Miami available through the Adrienne Arsht Center’s Box Office at www.arshtcenter.org or (305) 949-6722


Festival favorite KITTY THE WAITRESS by Christopher Durang featured “shorts” veterans Stephen Trovillion and Elena Maria Garcia in a side-splitting comedy.

Broward: Tickets for performances in Broward available through the Epstein Center’s Box Office at www.citytheatre.com or (305) 365.5400

INFORMATION- (305) 755-9401 or online at www.citytheatre.com.

South Florida’s Signature Summer Event is having a birthday bash! More festive than ever, City Theatre’s 15th Anniversary Season features the company’s first full-length World Premiere Musical, CAMP KAPPAWANNA, with music by Grammy Award-nominated singer/songwriter Lisa Loeb, book by rising star Marco Ramirez and conceived by City Theatre Producing Artistic Director Stephanie Norman, along with the 15th season of the company’s acclaimed annual SUMMER SHORTS FESTIVAL featuring two series that bring the nation’s best “short” plays to South Florida audiences: SIGNATURE SHORTS, the original series that put “shorts” on the map; and UNDERSHORTS, a late-night series of shorts for adults that is edgy, irreverent, and completely hilarious. SUMMER SHORTS will feature “Mr. Summer Shorts” Stephen Trovillion, veteran of 71 roles in 13 previous festivals, and the zany Elena Maria Garcia, a comedic star of 32 roles in 6 previous festivals along with a company of South Florida brightest talents.
Taken together, City Theatre’s 15th Anniversary Season will perform at and in association with the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts in downtown Miami from June 3 – 27, 2010 followed by a new summer residency at the Epstein Center for the Arts at Nova Southeastern University in Davie to celebrate the holiday weekend, performing July 1 – 3, 2010.
The Carbonell Award-winning festival has become a nationally recognized event and something of a must-see/must-be-seen-there social outing for South Florida audiences. Says Stephanie Norman, Co-Founder and Producing Artistic Director, “In 15 years City Theatre has produced over 300 original “short” plays by the nation’s top playwrights. This year we have truly kicked things up a notch with the nation’s best new “short” plays – a celebration of 15 seasons of “shorts” – – the perfect way to bring something completely unique to our artists and audiences alike.”
CAMP KAPPAWANNA is the story of Jennifer Jenkins, awkward and adorable and 12, a kid who hasn’t really found herself just yet. She’s going away for the summer – her very first time leaving home. From the start, CAMP KAPPAWANNA makes audiences of all generations feel as if they, too, are joining in the fun of summer camp. Grammy Award-nominated multi-platinum selling singer/songwriter Lisa Loeb created CAMP KAPPAWANNA’S music and lyrics along with collaborators Dan Petty and Michelle Lewis in celebration of her days at camp, where she first learned to play the guitar. Lisa Loeb’s inspiration, “Summer camp is one of those life-changing experiences that every child should have. It teaches you to try new things, explore and make new friends. It won’t always be easy, but you can forge true friendships and make lifelong memories that will stay with you forever.”
The CAMP KAPPAWANNA musical was conceived by City Theatre Co-Founder Stephanie Norman, who tapped multi-Heideman Award winning playwright Marco Ramirez to write the book. Says Norman, “we’ve produced 7 of Marco’s plays on our stages, starting with his first professional production and leading to many accolades as one of the nation’s rising talents. His writing is smart, funny and strikes the right chord with kids –and adults.” Ramirez comes to CAMP KAPPAWANNA from training at the prestigious Tisch School of the Arts and The Juilliard School, and is currently a staff writer on FX’s “Sons of Anarchy.”
This season marks Marco Ramirez’s 8th City Theatre production, similar to City Theatre Co-Founder and Literary Director Susi Westfall, whose play LOOK AT ME will make its World Premiere in the company’s UNDERSHORTS series. Other “shorts” veterans include Obie Award-winning talent Christopher Durang, whose play NOT A CREATURE WAS STIRRING marks his 6th City Theatre production; Rolin Jones, a writer for the hit Showtime series “Weeds”, whose City Theatre entry EXTREMELY was a previous standout at the prestigious Humana Festival of New American Plays; and City Theatre’s most-produced playwright, Rich Orloff, who marks his 11th City Theatre production with a reprise of his classic comedy THE MATTERHORN, featuring “shorts” veterans Stephen Trovillion and Elena Maria Garcia.
City Theatre’s acting ensemble for Signature Shorts and undershorts includes Carbonell Award winners Chaz Mena and Laura Turnball, festival favorites Elena Maria Garcia and Stephen Trovillion along with South Florida talents Erin Joy Schmidt, David Hemphill, Scott Genn and Breeza Zeller. “Shorts” directors include City Theatre Founding Artistic Director Gail Garrisan along with noted directors Avi Hoffman, Marjorie O’Neill-Butler, John Manzelli, Barry Steinman, James Samuel Randolph and Hugh Murphy.
City Theatre’s production team for all three series of “shorts” includes scenic designer Sean McClelland, lighting designer Sevim Abaza, sound designer Steve Shapiro, and properties designer Jodi Dellaventura under the direction of Festival Consultant Gail Garrisan and Associate Festival Coordinator John Manzelli.

City Theatre’s launches its 15th season, presenting its Miami performances to the Adrienne Arsht Center for the fourth year and establishing a new performance home in Broward, the 750-seat Epstein Center for the Arts on the campus of Nova University School. The University School Art Institute is a new 70,800 square-foot arts complex on Nova Southeastern University’s beautiful 300-acre campus. The Art Institute offers in-school programming for University School students as well as a wealth of classes in dance, music, theatre and art for the community. Says Jenny Cook, Director of Arts at the Epstein Center, We are excited to complement our programming with a professional residency from one of South Florida’s premier theaters. We believe City Theatre’s summer season will offer audiences throughout the region an opportunity to see the acclaimed Summer Shorts Festival.”
Returning to the Festival this year is City Theatre’s 2nd Annual Art Contest, THE CAMP KAPPAWANNA ART CONTEST. Children in grades K – 8 may visit www.citytheatre.com/campkappawanna to download a template and registration form to enter. The contest runs April 1 – May 15 and winning entries will be enlarged and displayed at the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts and Epstein Center for the Arts as an exhibit of Florida’s finest young artists.

Says Co-Founder Stephanie Norman, “this year we have truly kicked things up a notch with the nation’s best new “short” plays – a celebration of 15 seasons of “shorts” – along with a fresh, original full-length musical – the perfect way to bring something completely unique to our artists and audiences alike. Taken together, our 15th Anniversary Season offers something for everyone, a summer chock full of performances, parties, family fun days and, always, City Theatre’s signature summer brand of ‘fun’”.
Production supported by: title sponsor Stearns Weaver Miller Weissler Alhadeff & Sitterson, P.A., the Florida Department of State Division of Cultural Affairs, the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs, the Mayor and the Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners, the Broward County Board of County Commissioners as recommended by the Broward Cultural Affairs Council, The Children’s Trust, America’s Capital Partners, Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts, the Shepard Broad Foundation, Citizens Interested in the Arts, Carnival Cruise Lines, Dramatists Guild Fund, Dunspaugh-Dalton Foundation, Lynn Wille Fichman Family Foundation, Funding Arts Broward, Gibraltar Private Bank & Trust, IBM, Islander News, Miami Salon Group, Northern Trust, The University School Art Institute at the Epstein Center for the Arts at Nova Southeastern University, Wachovia, WLR

Miami/Mumbai Evening Presented by the Miami Beach Dance Festival 5/6/10

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Miami/Mumbai Evening Presented by the Miami Beach Dance Festival FREE
Thursday, May 6, 6:30pm
Miami Beach Botanical Garden, 2000 Convention Center Drive
305.858.7002 www.momentumdance.com
A feature event of the Miami Dance Festival, the Miami/Mumbai evening presents guest artists GeetaDias and NeSh Dance as two of the world’s most compelling young dance styles come together.

Miami/Mumbai evening with Guest Artists Geeta Dias and NeSh Dance
May 6 at 6:30 PM
Miami Beach Botanical Garden,
2000 Convention Center Drive.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
Admission Free. Cash Bar.
Contact: 305-673-7256
For more info: www.momentumdance.com

Description: Two of the world’s most compelling young dance styles come together as Miami meets Mumbai! Miami/Mumbai Night at the beautiful Miami Beach Botanical Garden presents the latest in Bollywood and Semi-Classical Indian Dance with all of the flair, color and drama intrinsic to Mumbai, the home of Bollywood movies and dance. Under the direction of Geeta Dias, dance students from Momentum Dance Company’s Arts in Education Residency at Ferguson Senior High School and Miami Dade College perform original choreography. Plus the evening offers the premiere performance by the latest in Miami-style Hip-Hop with the newly-formed NeSh Dance, the most exciting new troupe on the local scene. NeSh is characterized by an extravagant array of cultural diversity with its international cast of dancers. The crew fuses diverse dance styles from modern to break dance, evolving a personal cultural style that is unique in the Miami hip hop scene. NeSh is committed to passionate creation that reflects a dream and a lifestyle with highly energized choreography in every performance!

Ride of Silence 5/19/10

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{The Soul Of Miami are bikers.}

“The Ride Of Silence is a free ride that asks its cyclists to ride no faster than 12 mph and remain silent during the ride. There is no brochure, no sponsors and no registration fees. The ride, which is held during Bike Safety month, aims to raise the awareness of motorists, police and city officials that cyclists have a legal right to the public roadways. The ride is also a chance to show respect for those who have been killed or injured.

Miami Seaquarium
4400 Rickenbacker Causeway
Miami FL 33149
305-361-5705
Wednesday, May 19, 2010 6:30 PM
Helmets are Required.

Cyclists will meet and set up at the Miami Seaquarium and gather at the west parking lot, Miami-Dade Police will control the traffic light at Mast Academy Drive. Once the cyclists are cued up and ready to go, police will hold inbound vehicle traffic. Cyclists will enter the roadway and travel on the inside vehicle travel lane, once the last cyclist in out, police will release vehicle traffic to travel on the outside lane. Vehicle traffic exiting the Village (outbound) will be routed onto the outside vehicle travel lane. Cyclists will continue their ride on inside inbound travel lane turning at the Crandon Park maintenance/firehouse circle, traveling westerly (outbound towards the mainland) in the center inside lane to the Mast Academy traffic light. At this point cyclists will turn and complete a send loop, returning to the point of origin. The ride will take place with the Miami-Dade County Police providing an escort type procession in marked squad cars. City of Miami, and Village of Key Biscayne Police will also provide services for the event.

The bike ride will depart from the Miami Seaqurium, west parking lot, on the south side of the Causeway and travel in an easterly direction (towards the Village of Key Biscayne) in the center inside travel lane of the Causeway, to the firehouse turn around loop prior to entering the Village. At this location, the ride will turn back traveling westerly (towards the mainland) in the center inside lane to the Mast Academy Drive traffic light , completing two laps, then return to the origin point. The ride will take place with the Miami-Dade County Police providing an escort type procession in marked squad cars. City of Miami, and Village of Key Biscayne Police will also provide services for the event.”

RSVP for the event. Critical Mass Meetup Group.

Ride Of Silence official website.

Spam Allstars at Hoy Como Ayer and Jazid 5/6,8/10

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First of all, we wanted to send our congratulations to Producer/Director Ali Codina, Monica & David for their Best Documentary Feature award at the Tribeca Film Festival! Monica & David love to dance and visited us at Hoy Como Ayer last year. They included a scene from this night, and Spam Allstars music in their film – Monica & David – which explores the marriage of two adults with Down syndrome. The film was made in association with HBO Documentary Films. For more info go to: http://www.monicaanddavid.com/

& we hope you will join us at two of our favorite places this week…

Thursday
Hoy Como Ayer
2212 SW 8th Street
Little Havana, FL
9pm doors, ladies free until 10:30
With special guests Rumberos de la 8
Saturday
Jazid
1342 Washington Avenue
Miami Beach, FL
11pm show

And heads up WPB for next week….5/14 – Spam Allstars play Respectable Street!!
www.spamallstars.com

This Saturday Only 2-for-1 Tickets On Sale at the Adrienne Arsht Center 5/8/10

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Don’t miss your chance to get the DEAL OF THE YEAR:
Buy two tickets for the price of one – to selected performances of the Adrienne Arsht Center’s 2010 Summer Season!
Purchase 2 for 1 Tickets* on May 8th!
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SPRING AWAKENING
Winner of 8 TONY® Awards Including Best Musical!
May 11 – 16
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SUMMER SHORTS
– Signature Shorts -The Series that put our -shorts- on the map!
– undershorts -Late-night shorts with an edge!
June 3 – 27
Carnival Studio Theater Ziff Ballet Opera House
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CAMP KAPPAWANNA
A world premiere musical for the entire family!
June 17 – 27
Carnival Studio Theater Ziff Ballet Opera House
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TAP DOGS
“A sexy, fast, and fabulous hit!” -San Francisco Chronicle
June 30 – July 10
Ziff Ballet Opera House
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SUMMER SEASON SALE
2 for 1 TICKETS!*
Saturday, May 8
In person, by phone, or online with promo code SUMMER2010

Don’t miss your chance to get the deal of the year: Buy two tickets for the price of one – to selected performances of the Adrienne Arsht Center’s 2010 Summer Season!

*Discount is limited, ticket fees apply, not applicable to previously-purchased tickets, valid for select price levels only and subject to availability. Offer subject to change. All sales are final, no refunds or exchanges.

SPONSORS: Our Partner in the Arts: The Miami Herald
Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County

PARKING: Parking is plentiful at every performance. Valet parking is also available.
ARSHTCENTER.ORG

Di Fazio Cigars at Smoke Shop II 5/7/10

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Di Fazio Cigars at Smoke Shop II on Friday May 7th from 12pm to 5pm
Join us this Friday May 7th for a unique event with Di Fazio Cigars at Smoke Shop II!
Di Fazio is made by the hottest cigar factory of the moment, Raices Cubanas, which has had more cigars on the Top 25 than any other factory .

Plus, you will enjoy Live Music with Roberto Rodriguez Latin Jazz Trio.
We will have snacks and sodas for everybody, and there will be some wicked specials on Di Fazio Cigars.

We hope that you will join us this
Friday May 7th from 12pm to 5pm
Smoke Shop II
130 SE 3rd Avenue
Miami, FL 33131

Remember there are plenty of parking meters around us!
Call us at 305-358-1886 if you have any questions.

Miguel Paredes and Area 23 Gallery Presents 20 X 20 5/8/10

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Miguel Paredes & Area 23 Gallery Presents: “20 X 20”
Saturday May 8th 2010, 6pm till 11pm
Area 23 Gallery (Wynwood Art District)
2294 b N.W. 2nd Av. Miami Fl. 33127 Wynwood Art District

Miguel Paredes & Area 23 Gallery Present:
“20 X 20” 22 artist exhibition.
Saturday May 8, 6pm-11pm 2294 b N.W. 2nd Av. Miami Fl. 33127 Wynwood Art District

22 Artists from 13 different nationalities were selected to produce unique works of Art as a token of their great talent, all pieces are done in a 20X20 inches format which gives the name to the exhibition. “20X20”
Area 23 Gallery is proud to share with all of our friends this great opportunity to experience the diversity, richness and self expression of these 22 artist.

May 8, 6:00 to 11:00 PM.
2294 b N.W. 2nd av, Miami Fl. 33127
Wynwood Art District

Joe Donato performs at Moonlight Jazz at The Kampong 5/15/10

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Joe Donato performs at Moonlight Jazz @ The Kampong
May 15th., 2010, 8:00 p.m. gates open, 9:00 p.m. music
The Kampong
4013 South Douglas Road
Coconut Grove, Fl 33133
http://kampongevents.ntbg.org

Enjoy a very special evening at the K Lounge with Joe Donato!
The Kampong Botanical Garden in Coconut Grove concludes the first season of its Moonlight jazz concerts with South Florida jazz legend Joe Donato at the new K Lounge. Donato’s style and flair with the saxophone and other instruments make him a charismatic performer who lights up the stage with the class and style reminiscent of Big Band days.

Becoming known as Miami’s newest upscale venue for fine jazz and live music, The Kampong transforms itself into the tropical ultra-chic K Lounge for the evening.

“The Kampong’s ‘K Lounge’ is one of the most enjoyable listening experiences in Miami,” says renowned jazz pianist Shelly Berg, Dean of the Frost School of Music at the University of Miami. “When you combine the incomparable atmosphere of the Kampong, the music of great artists, the wonderful acoustics of the venue, and the intimacy of the experience, it adds up to a very special evening”.

Series sponsors are Steinway & Sons and GREY GOOSE Vodka. Three seating categories are available, and all ticket prices include cocktails courtesy of GREY GOOSE Vodka. Guests seated in the prime K Lounge seating area are treated to a very special GREY GOOSE tableside “mixology” experience featuring custom-made artisanal cocktails.

K Lounge Seating: $ 100 – Prime Lounge seating including tableside mixology
Plumeria Seating: $ 90 – Cabaret Tables with barstools
Lotus Seating: $ 50 – individual seats
Information and Reservations: 305.442.7169 or http://kampongevents.ntbg.org

Proceeds from this concert support The Kampong’s living collections and education programs.

The Kampong is an 11-acre botanical garden in Coconut Grove, and was the home of plant explorer David Fairchild. It is one of the five gardens of the non-profit National Tropical Botanical Garden.

Moms and Mimosas at Pinecrest Gardens 5/9/10

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Moms and Mimosas
5/9/2010, 11:30 a.m.
Pinecrest Gardens
11000 Red Road
Pinecrest, FL 33156
www.pinecrestgardens.com

Bring your mother and family to the fabulous Pinecrest Gardens for a beautiful Mother’s Day Brunch overlooking Swan Lake, one of the most panoramic views in the garden. The brunch starts at 11:30 a.m. on Sunday, May 9, 2010 and will feature a myriad of delicious options. Visit www.pinecrestgardens.com for a look at the full menu. Pinecrest Gardens is located at 11000 Red Road, Pinecrest, FL 33156.

Adults only pay $55, children between the ages of 5-12 pay $30, and children 4 and under are free. We have limited seating to guarantee you an intimate setting in the garden, so please call to make your reservations early — (305) 284-0900. All major credit cards are accepted. You may also pay with cash or check in person at the Pinecrest Community Center located at 5855 SW 111 Street, Pinecrest, FL, 33156.

Motivational Music Night for the Kids 5/14/10

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“Motivational Music Night for the Kids” is going to be a very cool night of live music at the newly renovated Grand Beach Hotel at 4835 Collins Avenue. The event is a fund raiser for the The Motivational Edge’s summer music programs, of which Musical Missionary will hopefully play a part.

The Motivational Edge is one of Musical Missionary’s key partners. It is together with TME that Musical Missionary will be able to design and implement our own youth music programs as opposed to simply sponsoring kids in other programs. It will be a milestone for Musical Missionary to start its own youth music program, which can happen this summer with all of your support. With as little as $500, we can have our own summer class of 3 or 4 students learning how to play the keyboard and introduce them to the world of digital recording.

The more Musical Missionary supporters who come out to this event, the more money we will raise for our own youth music program this summer. Tickets are $35, which gets you dinner, 2 drinks and 4 hours of some of Miami’s best live music. There will also be cool items up for auction like hotel and cruise packages, sports memorabilia and a cash pot. A Porsche Boxster S will also be raffled off.

Tickets here

Full info here on Facebook.

MOTIVATIONAL MUSIC NIGHT FOR THE KIDS 2010

Brought to you by The Motivational Edge and its non profit partners, S.U.C.S.E.S. Foundation and Nina’s Kids

Join us on May 14th 2010 and learn how to enter and win a brand new 2010 Porsche Boxster S compliments of the Danielle DeMarzo Foundation.

Come join us Friday, May 14th, 6pm-11pm at the exquisite Grand Beach Hotel on Miami Beach to support The Motivational Edge’s summer programs for underprivileged children, S.U.C.S.E.S. Foundation and Nina’s Kids. Prepare yourself for a night of exceptional musical talents as they perform under the stars with you as our guest enjoying delicious foods, beverages, specialty drinks and many more surprises! Throughout the evening you will be inspired with the musical sounds presented by students and by local superstars such as Cleaveland Jones, Local 34, Elastic Bond, Komakozie, Juan Turros of Suénalo and many more. Musical genres will range from Ska to Latin Rock and everything in between. The music will be non-stop and so will the fun and excitement! Get ready for our one of a kind Concert Fundraiser, Motivational Music Night for the Kids 2010!

You will enjoy a complimentary and savory blend of Italian and Latin food prepared by A La Fusion Catering and 2 Drink Tickets for every guest to enjoy at any time until 11pm*

Motivational Music Night For The Kids

KOMAKOZIE of the Big Bounce
CLEAVELAND JONES
JUAN TURROS of Suénalo
LOCAL 34
ELASTIC BOND

Grand Beach Hotel
7TH Floor Terrace | 4835 Collins Avenue |
Miami Beach, FL 33140-2751 | (305) 538-8666
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Opening Sabrina Montiel-Soto and Lyndale Pettus at Hardcore 5/8/10

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Opening: Sabrina Montiel-Soto & Lyndale Pettus May 8th
May 8th to July 3rd, 2010., 19:00 – 22:00
Hardcore Art Contemporary Space
3326 N. Miami Ave, Miami, FL
http://www.hardcoreartmiami.com

Opening May 8th at HACS for the course of 2 months: French based Venezuelan artist Sabrina Montiel-Soto’s ”Soul Without FACE” and Local photographer Lyndale Pettus’s “Light” for one month.
”Soul Without Face” leads us through the internal conflicts of modern man and his lost identity, tells us about the psychology of our era, where our desire to achieve live in a world where the most difficult to find is our natural and vital essence that which we call: soul.
In the words of filmaker/photographer, Lyndale Pettus:
“My photos are interiors and exteriors, daylight and night shots of angles of concrete, steel and glass full of endless repetition mixed with depth, light, and shadows. I have a love of architecture and consider it an attractive subject waiting to pose for my camera.”

Gallery hours:
Tues to Friday: 10:00 – 17:00
Sat: 11:00 – 16:00

PALO! at D. Rodriguez Cuba at Hotel Astor 5/6/10

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Hope you can make it tomorrow, Thursday, May 6 @ 8pm for…
PALO! @ D. Rodriguez Cuba at Hotel Astor – Click here for more info & RSVP on Facebook
PALO! serves up their delicious, hot blend of Afro-Cuban, Funk and jazz at 8pm.
Order from the incredible menu, full bar, and tapas.
NO COVER CHARGE!
You may win a FREE CD!
“Who lives better than us?”
D. Rodriguez Cuba Restaurant at the New Hotel Astor
956 Washington Ave
Miami Beach, FL 33139
(305) 673-3763 – reservations are recommended – this thing gets PACKED!
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Psychic Youth Inc. Final Performance At De La Cruz Collection Contemporary Art Space 5/8/10

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Psychic Youth, Inc. | Final Installment
De La Cruz Collection Contemporary Art Space

Tri | Final Performance Includes: Aja Albertson , Rick Diaz, Ricardo Guerrero, Marcela Loayza, Ana Mendez, Federico Nessi, Alex Puentes, Sleeper, Richard Vergez, Agustina

Since March 13th, Psychic Youth, Inc. has been impulsively manipulating their installation at the de la Cruz Collection Contemporary Art Space aiming to attain the ideal environment for the improvised performances they’ve been holding within this site-specific piece. Approached with no predetermined direction, TRI has developed through an instinctual set of movements and/or chapters, during which the dynamic of the space has changed drastically, thus affecting the intention of each individual performance.

So far the nine performances have varied in both mood and concept, the collective altering everything from the tone of the light to the source of the sound to the presentation of their assemblages of everyday materials to the focus of their actions. The one consistent factor within the performances has been the groups’ endurance-based practice, each installment averaging three to four hours. They’ve ranged from the introduction of masked characters slowly maneuvering the structures, to group meditation sessions, to the reinterpretation of a 3-minute song into a 4-hour set of musical arrangements.

For the final installment, Saturday, May 8th, 2010, from 7-10pm, ten performers will inhabit the space; the lineup includes previous collaborators and some new advocators who were drawn to the intuitive approach. The final installment will serve as both the beginning and the end of what the collective had initially set out to do – create an enhanced living ritual environment.

de la Cruz Contemporary Art Space: 23 NE 41 Street, Miami, Florida 33137

Psychic Youth, Inc. is an interdisciplinary performance collective with a heavy emphasis on musical collaboration. Inspired by Throbbing Gristleʼs psychic rallies, PYI develops happenings that serve as ritualistic experiences where intuition and improvisation lead the usually task-driven acts. As a reaction to these times of global uncertainty and over-saturation of media, the collective focuses on obsessively analyzing human behavior and the power of the individual. A heavy dramatic intention and an appreciation for the occult are some of the components that form part of their ceremonies, during which they aim to engender empathy and attention in the viewer. “We believe the general public is in a state of emotional dormancy. The intention of our work is to disrupt this notion by stressing the importance of the recognition of emotion.” Psychic Youth, Inc., was founded in 2008 by Ricardo Guerrero, Ana Mendez and Federico Nessi.

Cinco De Mayo Fiesta at Finnegan’s River Margarita Huts and Bull Riding 5/5/10

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Vitamin C presents The 2nd Annual CINCO DE MAYO On The River
$3 Tacos
$3 Presidente
$5 Tequila Shots
(From 4 – 8pm)

Featuring a full line-up of festivities!
Mechanical Bull Riding
Mariachis
Taco Stands
Margarita Huts

Music Orchestrated by:
DJ / Producer Robin Louis
Ariel Assault
Flex
Ethics
Celebration begins at 4pm!
~Come By Land or Sea~
Finnegan’s River
401 SW 3rd AVE
Don’t miss the biggest Fiesta in town!
For table / bottle reservations email RSVP@vitaminccomm.com

Saturday Night is Mothers Day Night at CityLoftArt 5/8/10

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…Miracles of Mother’s Night…
“the flawless beauty in orchids
for each woman in this world”

ART & DESIGN NIGHT – Saturday May 9th. 2010, 7-10pm

You will have a GREAT night with light, music, drinks, nice stores, gastronomy at it’s best.  See how you can improve your wellbeing at home and… PARK, WALK, TALK and enjoy the European style pedestrians side walks, in addition to an amazing festive ambiance…

Appreciate our exhibition and enjoy our beautiful live piano music entertainment with our well known pianist Domingo Aragu.
Come and see how we translate and show LIGHT meets COLOR, subtly transported
by our media: Resin, Enamel, Laquer, Glass, Acrylic, Polycarbonate and even Water(-Jets).

Please visit our all actualized website: www.CityLoftArt.com
– Be very welcome ! –
Hans-Jürgen R. Klemm
CityLoftArt / European Art Gallery, LLC. – 61, NE 40th Street – Miami, Fl.33137 – Tel. 305 438 9006

Matt Guitar Murphy to Play The Blues in Davie Florida 5/12/10

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Matt “Guitar” Murphy
Big Dawgs 2
7357 Davie Road Ext., Davie FL 33024
$5, 7pm, May 12, 2010
Backed up by JC Crossfire Band & One Night Stan’s horn section The Hollywood Horns
Info provided by www.JazzBluesFlorida.com

Murphy has been living in South Miami since 2003 while recuperating in semi-retirement. In 2008 Tim O’Donnell from The Nouveaux Honkies coaxed Matt out to perform at a festival in Fellsmere, Florida. Since then Matt has performed with TNH at many venues throughout South Florida. O’Donnell’s label, Bluzpik Rekerdz, stepped up to put a booking agent and management in place and starting taping a Matt Murphy documentary which will finish filming at the Daytona Blues Festival on October 9, 2010.

Bluzpik President and Director of Artist Relations Leo Gale states, “It has been quite a unique experience working with a living legend and old school guitarist. There are always plenty of Blues Brothers fans at the shows and that is fun. But the real thrill for me is to watch the guitarists and other musicians in the crowd stand in awe with their mouths open. Matt has influenced generations of guitarists from Hubert Sumlin in the 50’s and Jeff Beck in the 60’s to future stars on the way up like Albert Castiglia and Tim O’Donnell. Mr. Murphy is healthy again, playing tremendously, looking forward to performing at big festivals and getting back into the studio.”

Known by millions from his role as guitarist in the smash movie “The Blues Brothers”, Matt “Guitar” Murphy is doing a final show locally before completing his comeback at the Chicago Blues Festival in June with his former band mate James Cotton. Matt is performing at major Blues Festivals this summer and fall for the first time since suffering a stroke in the early part of the decade. He will be performing with the James Cotton Band, The Legends Band featuring Pine Top Perkins, Hubert Sumlin and Willie “Big “ Eyes, and his Florida based band The Nouveaux Honkies over the summer and into 2011.

The May 12th show will kick off @ 8PM at Big Dawgs 2, 7357 Davie Road Extension in Davie Florida.
Call for reservations 954-272-3294
http://www.bluzpik.com/mattmurphy/bigdawg2.htm
Mattguitarmurphy.net
Bluzpik.com
MattGuitarMurphy.net
Tnhband.com

www.JazzBluesFlorida.com

Opening at Gallery Diet JJ Peet The Sunday Painter 5/7-8/10

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Opening Reception: Friday May 7th, 2010 6 – 9 PM
Zachary Schomburg poetry reading 8 PM presented by The University of Wynwood*

Second Saturday: Saturday May 8th, 2010 7 – 10 PM

Gallery Diet is pleased to present the first solo painting exhibition of NY-based artist JJ PEET entitled The Sunday Painter.

The Sunday Painter is part of an ongoing project in which PEET responds to contemporary social, economic and political events through the process of art-making. While PEET has previously dealt with these issues in a reactive manner using more immediate media such as audio, video, live broadcast and sculpture, The Sunday Painter is focused solely on the act of painting.

Painting, a very different type of practice, allows PEET to take a more contemplative approach to current affairs. This relates directly to the methods of the NY school of painters from the late 1950’s and early 1960’s in which artists were responding to a tumultuous cultural climate via painting. PEET will also explore the relationship of class and economics through the more high-bow leisure orientated act of painting versus the labor/working class act of making present in his previous project, The TV Show.

During the course of the exhibit, PEET will continue to work within a hidden painting studio that he designed to be modular and therefore mobile. The self-contained unit can be easily broken down and gives PEET a space that can be transported to different locations, allowing him to respond to political environments in specifics area around the world.

JJ PEET has exhibited in New York City at On Stellar Rays, where he is represented and is a graduate of the Yale School of Art’s prestigious MFA program. His work has been written about in Art in America twice and in Frieze.com, PEET’s work is in the permanent collections of The White House, The Minneapolis Institute of Arts, and the Minnesota Historical Society.

Gallery Diet represents five emerging and mid-career artists including Brian Burkhardt, Charley Friedman, Richard Höglund, Abby Manock, and Daniel Milewski. Exhibitions from the gallery have and are scheduled to travel to institutions such as The University of Wyoming Art Museum (Brian Burkhardt ’09), the Benton Museum at the University of Connecticut (Abby Manock, ’10), and MARTE in El Salvador (Abby Manock, ’10 forthcoming).

Zachary Schomburg will present a reading as part of the University of Wynwood visiting poet series. Schomburg is the author of two collections of poetry, The Man Suit (Black Ocean, 2007) and Scary, No Scary (Black Ocean, 2009).

Martiniville at Blue Martini Brickell Cinco de Mayo 5/5/10

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Vitamin C & True Blue Wednesdays present
Martiniville Cinco De Mayo
Happy Hour Specials:
$10 Lobster Tacos & $7 Margarita Martinis
Starting at “Las Cinco”
Email RSVP@vitaminccomm.com to be placed on the guest list for complimentary entrance and enter your office for a chance to win a bottle of Tequila for you and your co-workers!

Bring your business card for a chance to enter our company piñata raffle for a complimentary bottle.
Live Mariachi’s & Music by Miguel G.
Ladies receive your first drink free, the rest half off all night
Blue Martini Brickell . 900 S Miami Ave . Mary Brickell Village

Mothers Day Concert at the ArtCenter/ South Florida 5/9/10

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Give your Mother the gift of music at ArtCenter on Mother’s Day!
Sunday, May 9th at 11am
800 Lincoln Rd at Meridian Ave
Miami Beach

Tickets are $25 for adults and $15 for children
Info or tickets, 305.674.8278, or llederkremer@artcentersf.org
Space is limited RSVP recommended
Proceeds benefit ArtCenter and CEA’s non-profit missions of cultural education.

A very special Mother’s Day present from Center for Emerging Art & ArtCenter/ South Florida
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s The Magic Flute

Enjoy lively and entertaining selections from The Magic Flute, Mozart’s famous German singspiel, as performed by the Center For Emerging Art (CEA) Chamber Ensemble.

The Magic Flute tells a charming, fantastic story that includes a bird-seller, a captured princess, a prince who wants to rescue her, an evil Queen of the night, a priest and, of course, a magic flute.

Magic Flute Program
Sunday May 9, 2010 2:30 p.m.
CEA CHAMBER ENSEMBLE Ava L. Rado, Artistic Director Oderlyn Gutiez, flute; Beatriz Vera, violin; Paul Martin, guitar; Modesto Marcano, violin.
Six Arias from Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart ’s Magic Flute
Der Vogelfanger bin ich ja (I am a Man of Wide-spread Fame); Bei Mannern, welche Liebe fuhlen (The Man Who Feels Sweet Love’s Emotion); Das klinget so herrlich (Chorus of Slaves) Der Holle Rache kocht in meinem Herzen (With Wrath of Hell within my Breast I Cherish); Ach, ich fuhl’s, es ist verschwunden! (Ah, I feel, to grief and sadness); Ein Madchen oder Weibchen (I Give My Finest Feather); Intermission; Achtundzwanzigstes Quartet W. A. Mozart (arranged for trio by Paul Martin)

Wanna Get Lucky?
On view in ArtCenter’s Gallery Through May 16th:
Winning Art!
An annual ArtCenter tradition – every one of the 42 paintings, drawings or sculptures in the exhibition is available for as little as one $10 tax-deductible raffle ticket. Choose the piece you want, buy a ticket, and try and win art! Closing party and raffle drawing on Saturday, May 15th starting at 7 pm.
Winners do not need to be present to win. But it’s a lot more fun if you are!

Blow Smoke with Hecha Humo at Cuba Ocho 5/6/10

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Blow Smoke with Hecha Humo on May 6th

Cuba Ocho
1465 SW 8th Street, Suite 108
Miami, FL 33135
May 06, 2010 at 07:00 PM to 08:00 PM
The Hotel Humidor invites you to the launch of Hecha Humo, its first boutique line of cigars.

Produced in the Dominican Republic by the renowned master blender Augusto Reyes, Hecha Humo is meant to be savored by the true connoisseur and appreciated by the novice smoker.

Light up with Hotel Humidor’s CEO Robert Caldwell. The first glass of wine is on him.

Register Now!

Viva Tequila Cinco de Mayo Celebration at Biltmore 5/5/10

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Viva Tequila! Cinco de Mayo Celebration
The Biltmore Hotel. 1200 Anastasia Avenue Coral Gables, FL 33134
RSVP Required
Wednesday, May 05, 2010
With tunes by DJ Guillo Cartaya setting the pulse, celebrate Mexican-style at this festive event while sampling tasty appetizers and a variety of fine Tequilas, straight or in a choice of cocktail preparations.
Time: 7:00 – 8:30 PM
Location: Country Club Ballroom
Fees and Restrictions: Complimentary to Members, $25 for Non-Members
Attire: Business Casual

ThE FunnY GUY That Sticks His HAND IN the PAiNt BuckeT Carlos Rigau at Dimensions Variable 5/8/10

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Dimensions Variable Presents
ThE FunnY GUY That Sticks His HAND IN the PAiNt BuckeT- Carlos Rigau
MAY 8TH – JUNE 19TH, 2010
RECEPTION SATURDAY, MAY 8TH, 2010, 7 – 11 PM
Dimensions Variable is pleased to present ThE FunnY GUY That Sticks His HAND IN the PAiNt BuckeT, a solo project by Miami based artist Carlos Rigau. The exhibition will run from May 8th through June 19th, 2010. Dimensions Variable is located at 171 NE 38th Street in the Miami Design District.
Schools, gyms, hospitals, penitentiaries. Organized institutional behavior. Violence restrained for the sake of any institution. Its bathrooms, the break rooms, the classroom… the furniture. Holding areas for personal belongings. Places for excretion …and masturbation. Places where instincts are displaced and replaced.
Upon entering the exhibition the visitor will be encountering sound sculptures that propel them toward violence, frustration, and the general impotence that take place in these communal/corporate spaces. Objects like air conditioning shafts, lockers and urinal dividers to name a few, serve as compact models of the disciplinary mechanism.
“Discipline brings onto play its power which is analysis.” —Foucault.
Carlos Rigau was born in 1978 and was raised in Little Havana in Miami Florida. Carlos graduated in 2002 from F.I.U. with a double major in Fine Art and Television Communications. In 2009 Rigau completed Hunters MFA program in NYC. Carlos has exhibited his work in Berlin, New York, Chicago and Miami. His work is in the collections of Joseph S. Berg and Jefferson Godard.
ABOUT DIMENSIONS VARIABLE
Dimensions Variable is an exhibition space in the Miami Design District interested in innovative new projects in contemporary art.
The intention behind Dimensions Variable is to feature projects by individual artists and collaboratives. Rather than showcasing group or solo exhibitions in the usual format, we are interested in challenging individuals or collaboratives to address our space spicifically and produce one cohesive project. Dimensions Variable aspires to provide a forum for the introduction of unfamiliar, complex, collaborative and multidisciplinary practices to a Miami audience.

Dimensions Variable
171 NE 38th Street, Design District, Miami, Florida 33137, United States
dv@dimensionsvariable.net / www.dimensionsvariable.net

Gallery 101 presents Kirk Vaughn Solo exhibition bronze sculpture 5/15/10

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Gallery 101 presents: Kirk Vaughn Solo exhibition of Kirk’s magnificent bronze sculpture
Entitled: “The Eyes Teaching the Hands”
Sat May 15th, 7-11pm
Gallery 101 at Fat Village
501 N. Andrews Ave.
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
www.thegallery101.net

Complimentary Hors d’ Ouevres & Refreshments
kirkvaughn.com
Enjoy a relaxing and inspiring environment with fellow art lovers, collectors and neighbors.
Exhibit runs through May 27.

The Gallery 101 Has Moved To Fat Village Arts District
(5 blocks north of Broward Blvd.)
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

Local Impact Invites You To Rock Your Soul A Multimedia Exhibit at Miami Science Museum 5/20/10

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Local Impact, A Miami-Based Non-Profit Invites You To Medicine To Rock Your Soul
A multimedia video and photography exhibit

Video by Revulú
Photography By Lizzie Easton & Dimitri Zvetkov
Silent Auction to benefit Local Impact and Easter Seals of South Florida

Thursday, May 20th, 2010
7:30PM-11:00PM
Miami Science Museum
3280 South Miami Avenue
Miami, FL 33133
$10 Suggested Donation / Includes Open Bar

Local Impact, a Miami-based non-profit 501(c) 3, developed their first three-month music therapy pilot program this January, to benefit theEaster Seals South Florida Memory Gym. The weekly, one hour music session was not your typical “therapy program.” During the music session it was not surprising to see Alzheimer’s patients stomping their feet, dancing and playing with instruments to punk rock, reggae, hip hop and deep soul. The exhibition is based upon the connection of these two uncommon worlds and the creation and feelings it brought. There really were no rules of what type of music was brought but instead a push to expose and connect two different worlds for the first time. Top Miami-based talent such as Locos Por Juana, Arboles Libres, Omine Eager, AT Molina, Vincent Raffard, The State Of, Ketchy Shuby, Jan Sebon, Jose Elias, Elsten Torres, Xperimento, Bayonics and Michelle Forman donated one hour of their time every Tuesday at the Easter Seals of South Florida Memory Gym.

The entire program was documented through photography and video created by local photographers and filmmakers. The exhibit will take place Thursday, May 20th 2010 at the Miami Science Museum along with Live Music from some of the bands involved in the program. The night will also include a silent auction with 50% of all proceeds going to Local Impact and 50% to the Easter Seals South Florida.

For a short video clip of the music therapy session go to: http://vimeo.com/10362971

The program was developed by sisters Tanya and Natasha Bravo. Tanya Bravo has a strong background in the entertainment and music field while her sister Natasha Bravo is an occupational therapist. The sisters thought it was important to bring both these communities together and found the perfect opportunity through Local Impact.

The sisters also share a close tie with Easter Seals South Florida. Their father was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s twelve years ago and is currently a patient at Easter Seals South Florida.

“It makes us so proud to see the out pouring support from the Local Music community to support local health organizations in need of programming. The photography and videos really capture the magic moments between these two groups and it is evident how much both these communities can benefit from one another” “said Tanya Bravo, co-founder of Local Impact.

As many as 5.3 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease. Alzheimer’s destroys brain cells, causing memory loss and problems with thinking and behavior severe enough to affect work, lifelong hobbies or social life. Alzheimer’s gets worse over time and it is fatal. Today, it is the seventh-leading cause of death in the United States. People with Alzheimer’s may exhibit different states of behavior like apathy, anxiety, confusion. Music and its tempo can draw a person in and affect their behavior, feelings, memory, and provoke movement and the beats per minute can affect how brainwaves function.

About Local Impact
Local Impact’s goal is to create a seamless tie between the South Florida art community (musicians, artists, photographers, actors, writers, film makers) and social health and community-based organizations that are in need of programming. We hope to educate our local artists about health, social and environmental issues in our community and how their talents can be used to heal and expand people and issues in need.

About Easter Seals South Florida
Easter Seals is the leading non-profit provider of services for individuals with autism, developmental disabilities, physical disabilities and other special needs. For 90 years, Easter Seals has offered help and hope to children and adults living with disabilities, and to the families who love them. Through therapy, training, education and support services, Easter Seals creates life-changing solutions so that people with disabilities can live, learn, work and play. Support children and adults with disabilities at www.southflorida.easterseals.com

Contact Local Impact: Tanya Bravo: 786 521-6017, tanya@bravabravo.com
Natasha Bravo: 305 801-7756, natahsabravo@hotmail.com

For Donations: Please make checks payable to:
Juggerknot Theatre Company 104 Santander Ave. Coral Gables, Fl 33134
Local Impact is a project created by Juggerknot Theatre Company, a Florida 501(c)(3)

Locust Projects Presents Artlurker Miami Writers Prize Reception 6/17/10

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Miami Writer’s Prize 2010 in association with Locust Projects
March 29 – June 4, 2010
RECEPTION (new date!): June 17, Locust Projects 7 – 9pm
ARTLURKER announces Miami Writer’s Prize

With the help of a grant from the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation and donations kindly received from readers, ARTLURKER, an online Miami based contemporary art newsletter, is proud to announce the Miami Writer’s Prize, a new annual prize aimed squarely at promoting and encouraging residents of Miami who write critically about art.

Following a two-year trajectory where in a broad cross section of Miami’s art exhibitions and events have been archived, ARTLURKER, currently written by a cast of guest contributors including artists, curators and critics, is exploring the potential of its influence to cultivate a generation of exciting new writers and reinforce the blogging format.

Judged by a panel of distinguished local professionals and open to anyone from Miami, excluding those already on ARTLURKER’s roster, this year’s prize is held in association with Locust Projects, a leading non-profit art space located in Miami’s Design District that will host an intimate award giving soiree on June 17, 2010.

Hopefuls may submit one original review of a recent art related event. The winning entrant, in addition to having their text published, will be paid an honorary stipend of $800 dollars in return for a month’s worth of guest blogging (eight posts) on ARTLURKER.
Closing Date: June 4, 2010.
The winner will be announced via www.artlurker.com on Friday June 11.

PRIZE REQUIREMENTS:
-Entrants must submit one previously unpublished review of a recent art related event, approximately 800 words in length.
-Entries must be submitted in English, but may be a translation (this must be acknowledged).
-To qualify, entrants may only previously have had a maximum of three pieces of writing on art published in any national or regional newspaper or magazine. Previous online publication is permitted.
-Entrants must be over 18 years of age and reside in Miami or surrounding counties.
-Entries should be emailed as a word (.doc or .docx) attachment. Please do not send images.
-Closing date for submissions is June 4, 2010.

GUEST BLOGGING REQUIREMENTS:
-Posts must be art related
-Author must have first hand experience if writing a review of a recent exhibition or event.

ABOUT THE JUDGES:
Scott Cunningham is the director of the University of Wynwood, an advocacy organization for the spoken and written word in Miami. His freelance journalism has appeared in HOME Magazine, Ocean Drive, Miami New Times, and DNR Magazine, while his poetry has been published in The Harvard Review and McSweeney’s Internet Tendency, among other journals. A nominee for a 2009 United States Artist Grant, he also serves as president of the Miami Poetry Collective and editor of the Cent Journal Series. He lives in Miami with his wife Alexandra.

Ruba Katrib is Associate Curator at the Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA), North Miami and Adjunct Professor at New World School of the Arts, Miami. Katrib has recently curated a group exhibition at MOCA, The Reach of Realism, with work by Alex Hubbard, Elad Lassry, Sara Vanderbeek, and others. She is currently working on solo survey exhibitions with Cory Arcangel and Claire Fontaine, each opening in 2010.

René Morales is associate curator at Miami Art Museum. At MAM, Morales has organized several exhibitions, such Space as Medium, Objects of Value, Mark Dion: South Florida Wildlife Rescue Unit, and Miami in Transition, and installed several traveling exhibitions including Ana Mendieta: Earth Body, Wifredo Lam in North America, and Andy Warhol: Moving Pictures. Prior to MAM, Morales worked at the RISD Museum in Providence.

Gean Moreno is an artist and writer based in Miami. His work has recently been exhibited at the North Miami MoCA, Kunsthaus Palais Thum and Taxis in Bregenz, Institute of Visual Arts in Milwaukee, Haifa Museum in Israel, Arndt & Partner in Zurich, and Invisible-Exports in New York. He has contributed texts to various magazines and catalogues. In 2008, he founded [NAME] Publications, a platform for book-based projects.

Artlurker is an online Miami based contemporary art newsletter.

The Miami Writer’s Prize 2010 is held in association with Locust Projects, an alternative, not for profit exhibition space dedicated to providing contemporary visual artists the freedom to experiment with new ideas without the pressures of gallery sales or limitations of conventional exhibition spaces.

Special thanks go to the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation.

You are invited to a sneak preview of Nowhere Lounge and Event Space 5/6/10

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You are invited to a sneak preview of Nowhere Lounge and Event Space. Enjoy a complimentary cocktail reception while mingling with industry professionals.

NOWHERE LOUNGE + EVENT SPACE HOSTS SNEAK PREVIEW MAY 6TH 2010

WHAT: (Miami, Florida)-Nowhere Lounge + Event Space will host a “sneak” preview of the venue on May 6th, 2010, for those interested in a private event space. Hosted by ñ Life personality Melissa Hernandez and WSVN Deco Drives’ Aubrey Aquino who will join “virtually” this will be a cocktail to showcase the 3000 square foot locale. Sponsored by Smirnoff Vodka, Barceló Rum, Generation ñ, BizBash Magazine, The Event Firm, JC Productions, 880amTheBiz, CIHYA.com,Where2Butlers, Captured Glory Promotions, and the Neat Stuff Organization the event will feature sounds by DJ Joe Dert.

WHEN: The by-invitation-only VIP Party will take place at Nowhere Lounge + event Space Thursday May 6, from 6:30PM- 9:00PM.
WHERE: 653 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach Florida 33139
WHO: For additional information, please contact: Creativas Group (305) 968-2384 and via email at: lmsantana@creativasgroup.com. Please visit Nowhere Lounge + Event Space on Face Book for more information.

Win a trip to NYC with Univision on Cinco de Mayo at El Scorpion 5/5/10

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Sing your way to NYC with Univision!

We are giving away an all-expenses paid trip to NYC to attend a private Univision Radio concert featuring Juan Luis Guerra.

Join us at El Scorpion in Miami Beach for our Cinco De Mayo bash! One winner who sings the Subway jingle in English or Spanish the best (or in the most clever way) will be leaving on a jet plane for NYC!

In addition to winning a trip to NYC (if that wasn’t enough) Coronas are free for the first 50 people (and only $2 each after that). And yes, we have Margaritas…the best Margaritas in town…and of course they are 2-for-1!

See you tomorrow (Wednesday, May 5th) at El Scorpion at 8pm (come at 7pm for those free Coronas!) on Miami Beach at 431 Washington Ave.

www.subwayartistasfrescos.com
Tweet us for special surprises @UnivisionLive

Acompáñanos mañana en nuestra celebración del 5deMayo @ El Scorpion en Miami Beach y participa con Univision Radio para ganar 1 viaje a NYC!

Roam Saturdays at Pure Ultra Lounge 5/8/10

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ROAM Saturdays
May 8, 2010, 10PM to 5AM
PURE Ultra Lounge
1437 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach, Florida
ROAM Entertainment presents ROAM Saturdays at PURE, Come join us rock this place, a full service bar and night club, remodeled with a massive sound system, a welcoming atmosphere and great energy, so bring your good vibes and enjoy the company of good looking people and the unique house sounds of DJ Omar Diaz….for table reservations you may contact Roamentertainment@gmail.com, Miguel Suarez @ 305-992-0196 or Rory Diaz @ 305-607-5895

Broadway Spring Awakening with the MiaSci Young Patrons 5/13/10

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Join the MiaSci Young Patrons for Spring Cocktails and Spring Awakening.

Here’s the 411:
– Thursday May 13th, 2010
– 6:45pm, Cocktail Hour with MiaSci Young Patrons
– 8:00pm, Spring Awakening
– Cost $70
– Orchestra Circle Seats

– Click here to purchase tickets
The catch is that tickets should be purchased by this Friday, May 7th!

Great deal! Open bar and a show! (tickets are regularly $66 just for the show!) And it’s now sold out!

See you Soon!
The MiaSci Young Patrons

Spring Awakening
WINNER OF 8 TONY® AWARDS
INCLUDING BEST MUSICAL!
Broadway’s most talked about new musical is now the biggest Tony® Award winner in years. SPRING AWAKENING is the groundbreaking fusion of morality, sexuality and rock & roll that has awakened Broadway like no other musical in years.

Dance Now! and the Miami Dance Festival Present 10 years of Now 5/8-9/10

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Tickets available through ticketmaster.com or at the festival website: www.momentumdance.com

The Dance Now! Ensemble concludes its 10th Anniversary Season at the Miami Dance Festival

DNE Program II: TEN YEARS OF NOW! Dance Now! at the Miami Dance Festival
May 8, 2010: 8:00 pm
May 9, 2010: 7:00 pp
Byron Carlyle Theater
500 71st Street, Miami Beach, FL 33141
$30 general; $25 advance; $15 students/seniors; group rates available
Box Office: 305-867-4194, Ticketmaster For info call: 305-975-8489/305-858-7002
www.dancenowmiami.org
www.momentumdance.com
Description: The Dance Now! Ensemble concludes its 10th anniversary season at the Miami Dance Festival with highlights from ten years of audience favorites, and presenting Melody in Four Parts: Just Traveling, a collaboration with Seattle-based poet Janée J. Baugher and Ohio-based composer Jenny Bernard Merkowitz, and featuring Decade, a retrospective of Dance Now!’s choreography celebrating the ten-year partnership between Diego Salterini and Hannah Baumgarten.

Art and Design Night for Inner Visions at Art Fusion Galleries 5/8/10

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Art Fusion Galleries is proud to present the second exhibition of 2010 titled “Inner Visions.” This exhibition features the powerful artistic expressions of 32 contemporary, emerging to mid-career artists from around the globe. These artists have meticulously crafted their dazzling works of art with the talents and skills of the masters. So, enjoy a night of music featuring the dynamic sounds of Amereida and our spectacular array of national and international artists as you explore and celebrate your own “Inner Visions.”

Art & Design Night will take place on Saturday, May 8th , 2010 from 7-10 pm at Art Fusion Galleries,
1 NE 40th Street, Suites 3, 6, 7 Miami, FL 33137. You may contact us at info@artfusiongalleries.com or 305.573.5730. Free Public Parking.
Wine and Refreshments
also Live Music

Valet Parking available by
South Florida Parking.

Art Fusion Galleries
1 N.E. 40th Street
Suites 3, 6 & 7
Miami, FL 33137

Special Mothers Day Dinner and Wine Tasting with Caffe Da Vinci 5/9/10

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Celebrate Mother’s Day With Caffe Da Vinci
Join us at Caffe Da Vinci this Mother’s Day with your family and show Mom how special she is!
Enjoy our free wine tasting hosted by
Ben Neji
&
Casa Vinicola Zonin!
Sunday May 9th, 2010
Reservations Recommended.
Call us today, to book your reservations. Space is filling up fast!!
*PLEASE DO NOT REPLY TO THIS EMAIL*
Should you have any questions or require more information, please call or send an email to: caffedavinci@yahoo.com

MOTHER’S DAY CHEF’S SPECIALS
APPETIZER
BOCCONCINO DI MOZZARELLA…………………………………………………………………..$13.00
Served with Porcini Mushrooms and Capers
Zonin Prosecco, Brut (Top 100 wines, by Wine Enthusiast)
“Calasole” Rocca Di Montemassi, Vermentino, Toscana

MAIN ENTREE
RAVIOLI “ASPARAGUS”………………………………………………………………………………….$19.00
Ravioli Stuffed with Fontina Cheese and Asperagus Alfredo Sauce
“Calasole” Rocca Di Montemassi, Vermentino, Toscana
Principi di Butera, Chardonnay, Sicilia

VEAL “SALTIMBOCA” …………………………………………………………………………………..$27.95
Veal Scaloppini Suateed with Prosciutto, Served with a bed of Spinach and Marsala Wine
“Sassabruna” Super Tuscan Rocca Di Montemassi” (Sangiovese/Merlot/Syrah)

GROUPER “ALLA FRANCESE”…………………………………………………………………………$23.95
Sauteed with Lemon-Butter and White Wine Sauce, Served with Pasta
Principi di Butera, Chardonnay, Sicilia

RISOTTO “GIOCONDA”……………………………………………………………………………………$21.95
Served with Grilled Chicken, Fresh Shitake Mushroom, Bamboo Shoots, Roasted Peppers and White Wine Sauce
Principi di Butera, Chardonnay, Sicilia

SACCHETTI “DI TRUFFLE”………………………………………………………………………………..$21.50
Sacchetti Pasta Served with Porcini Mushrooms Cream Sauce
Principi di Butera, Chardonnay, Sicilia
“Sassabruna” Super Tuscan Rocca Di Montemassi” (Sangiovese/Merlot/Syrah)

VEAL CHOPS…………………………………………………………………………………………………..$38.99
“Sassabruna” Super Tuscan Rocca Di Montemassi” (Sangiovese/Merlot/Syrah)

RACK OF LAMB……………………………………………………………………………………………….$38.99
Principi di Butera, Nero d”Avola, Sicilia

Caffe Da Vinci
1009 Kane Concourse, 96 Street • Bay Harbor Islands, FL 33154 • (305) 861-8166
www.CaffeDaVinci.com

Mothers Day Afternoon Tea Concert at SOLEA at W South Beach 5/9/10

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Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea Concert
9 May 2010, 2:30
SOLEA, W Hotel, South Beach
2201 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach
www.CenterForEmergingArt.org

WHO: SOLEA, W South Beach in partnership with the Center for Emerging Art CEA Chamber Ensemble

WHERE: SOLEA, W South Beach, 2201 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach

WHEN: Sunday, May 9, 2010 at 2:30 P.M

WHAT: Mother’s Day Concert and High Tea — Come step into our enchanted garden and enjoy a wonderful and magical ride in music during the Afternoon High Tea Concert on Mother’s Day when the CEA Chamber Ensemble will play excerpts from Mozart’s Magic Flute. The Magic Flute, Mozart’s famous German singspiel, will be performed by the Center For Emerging Art Chamber Ensemble with the story book narrated by Ava Rado, which tells a charming, fantastic story that includes a bird seller, a captured princess, a prince who wants to rescue her, an evil Queen of the night, a priest and, of course, a magic flute.

At the W South Beach, Executive Chef Michael Gilligan, has put together a wonderful menu, fashioned after the British Afternoon Tea, which includes tea sandwiches, Devonshire clotted cream, wonderful Cheddar Cheese Scones, and Fairy cakes and cookies for children of all ages.

Contact: Ava L. Rado, 305.323.8832
RSVP a MUST call 305.538.2803

Back in the Club Days Kiki Valdes at Cafeina Gallery 5/8/10

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KIKI VALDES: Back in the Club Days
Saturday, May 8th, 6pm – 12am
Cafeina Gallery
297 NW 23rd Street
Wynood Art District

KIKI VALDES: BACK IN THE CLUB DAYS
Live work from 2004 – 2006

The collection of work by Kiki Valdes that will be included in the show
“Back in the Club Days” at Cafeina Gallery is from the years the artist
spent live action painting at various nightclubs around Miami Beach and
New York between 2004 – 06. The work is intuitive and direct by
application of paint. The subject matter ranges from narratives of
Hispanic stereotypes amplified by motifs of Latin women and symbols of
Caribbean culture and folklore. Each work in the show was created in a
hurry and in limited time among party spectators.

Sneak Peak of show: Thursday May 6th 9pm

Show runs till June 9th

Latin Dance Party at Pavillion Grille Boca Raton 5/21/10

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Latin Dance Party
May 21st, 2010, 7:00 – 2:00am
Pavillion Grille
301 Yamato Rd.
Boca Raton, Fl. 33431

Tonights going to be a HOT night at this great venue. There is a large, beautifull wood dance floor with tables surrounding it. A big bar area with hight tops and a louge area behind it. Outdoor area for smokers.

We are starting off a new event ” LATIN DANCE NIGHT” I have been receiving a lot of requests for latin music, you have asked, I am delivering !

FREE CHA CHA LESSONS FROM 7:00- 8:00

MUSIC: 8:00 – ?????? — We have one of the best latin DJ’s in Florida —-
Elliott Crespo – blending the best latin music mix… BUT he will also mix in disco, w/c swing and slow dancing… So we will have a fabulous variety for all.

COVER CHARGE : $10.00 collected by venue. You get 1 free drink of house wine, domestic beer and well drinks… Call and top shelf brands available.

If you would like a something to eat. They have a deliciious. reasoanbly priced menu of appetizers and dinners… If you spend a minimum of $20.00 on food, your cover charge will be deducted from you bill… If you use your ticket for a drink… Your will not be able to use it towards your food.

DIRECTIONS: From north/south – Take I95 to Yamato Rd. East..When you get to Dixie Hwy, cross over the railroad tracks, make a left, then a right into the parking lot of The Stonegate Bank Building– Pavilion Grille is located in the atrium of the building.

When you pay at the door TELL THEM YOU ARE WITH DALE’S GROUP

Invite friends. singles, couples, the more people, the more fun and oportunity to meet new people

Get out your dancing shoes, be ready to meet new people, have fun and SHAKE THOSE HIPS

Tonights Going to be a Great Night Party at Pavilion Grille 5/15/10

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Tonights Going to be a Great Night Party
May 15th, 2010, 8:00-12:00
Pavilion Grille
301 Yamato Rd.
Boca raton, Fl. 33431

The last party was a hugh turnout & sucess… Thanks to all of you.. As these parties are for YOU and without YOU there would be no party… So let’s do it again. We have this wonderfull venue with a large, beautifull wood dance floor, with tables surrounding it. Enjoy the large bar area with high tops or the lounge area behind it.. Outdoor area for smokers.

TIME: Doors open at 7:oo BUT Party starts at 8:00

MUSIC: 8:00-12:00 — Dance to the fabulous and diversified band — KICKBACK They kept the floor packed ALL night

COVER CHARGE: $10.00 collected by venue. This includes a free drink of house wine, domestic beer and well drinks ( call & top shelf brands available) — Free appetizer and desert buffet.
The first 20 people that arrive AFTER 8:00 will receive a free drink ticket

Want a little more to eat ? They have a delicious and VERY reasonably priced menu of appetizers, sandwichs, wraps, salads, etc.
DINNER SPECIALS: They have a 3 course dinner special for $22.95 OR if you order a minimum of $20.00 on food, your cover charge will be deducted from your bill– NOTE: If you use your ticket for a drink, then IT WILL NOT BE DEDUCTED FROM YOUR BILL. Please mention to your server that you are with Dale’s party and give them your ticket… It is recomended that you arrive by 7:00 to have dinner AND make a reservation.

PLENTY OF FREE PARKING

HOST: Dale aka sunnyd

DIRECTIONS: From north/south – Take I95 to Yamato Rd. East.. When you get to Dixie Hwy, cross over the railroad tracks and make a left.. Then a right into the parking lot of The Stonegate Bank Building– Pavilion Grille is located in the atrium of the building.

HIT THAT SIGN UP .. Bring a friend/friends, singles, couples ALL are welcome to come and enjoy the party.

LET’S DO IT AGAIN and make tonight A GREAT NIGHT

Synthesis Festival .01 PREFUSE 73 at The Awarehouse 5/15/10

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Synthesis Festival .01 PREFUSE 73
May 15, 2010, 8pm-4am
The Awarehouse
550 NW 29TH ST
Miami, FL
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=117748634917898
ALL AGES EVENT
SYNTHESIS .01 with PREFUSE 73 Performing LIVE with his 4 piece band!
music x art x miami

Presented by:
Awarehouse // WVUM 90.5 FM // Radio X 88.5 FM // Radiate 88.1/95.3 FM // Smut + Bass // AV8 // Miami’s Independent Thinkers // Nightdrive

PREFUSE 73 BIO
“It’s hard to think of a name that carries as much weight in both hip-hop and avant-rock circles as Prefuse 73, who in the past year alone has been asked to remix TV On The Radio, Pelican, BLK JKS and Cornelius, not to mention his early collaborations with School of Seven Bells and Battles. These interactions have clearly helped to shape the evolving Prefuse 73 sonic aesthetic, which has expanded to include Herren’s twisted visions of prog-rock, “machine funk” and global psychedelia.
-Warp Records 2009

Producer Prefuse 73 (Scott Herren), also active as post-rocker Savath & Savalas, Miami-born, Atlanta-raised and Barcelona-resident, heralded laptop-based hip-hop with Vocal Studies + Uprock Narratives (2001), a tour de force of fractured, warped, incoherent stream of consciousness that mixed glitch music, deconstructed vocals and jazz patterns.

Live Performances by:
Prefuse 73 (Warp Records) (http://www.prefuse73.com/) (http://www.myspace.com/prefusion1973)

Otto von Schirach
(Ipecac, Schematic, Beta Bodega, Addict, Imputor, [42/18] ) (http://www.ottovonschirach.com/)
Peasants with Feathers ( CTC/ Nuclear Hamburger Eraser/ [42/18] ) (http://www.myspace.com/peasantswithfeathers)
David ( Thug Jesus ) Tamargo- Stage Performance.
Panic Bomber – DJ Set (YYZ, Schematic) (http://panicbomber.com/)
Animals of the Arctic (http://www.myspace.com/animalsofthearctic)
organicArma (Acustronic Concept Label) (http://www.myspace.com/organicarma)
The State Of (Paper Bird Records) (http://www.myspace.com/thestateofmusic)
Kentsoundz (Circuitree Recrods) (http://www.myspace.com/circuitreerecords)
Telekinetic Walrus and The Pride of Ions (http://www.myspace.com/telekineticwalrus)
Dino Felipe (Schematic, Rolax, Sublight, No Fun Production) (http://www.myspace.com/dinofelipe) (http://www.recessionrecordings.com)
+MORE

DJ Sets by:
Nightdrive DJs: L of M/ Patrick / Moshe (http://nightdrivemiami.com/) (http://lauraofmiami.com)
Dave Betamax & [Smut + Bass] Crew: Kill Bunnyfuzz / Banaboogie (http://www.smutandbass.com)
Heather Holiday (Pumps/mia) (http://soundcloud.com/hholiday08)
Juan Basshead (Basshead Music) (http://www.bassheadmusic.com)
Gooddroid (Down) (http://soundcloud.com/gooddroid)
Spinn Zinn (Bassment Sessions/WVUM) (http://www.soundcloud.com/spinnzinn)
+MORE TBA

Art Curated by: Miami’s Independent Thinkers (http://miamithinkers.com/)
Luis Perez Galeria, Tecne Collective, Yuri Tuma

GET YOUR TICKETS HERE. REDUCED PRICE FOR PRESALE!

Sponsored by: -WVUM 90.5 FM -Awarehouse -Acustronic -Luis Perez Galeria -Smut + Bass -Tecne Collective -AV8 -Nightdrive -Nova Southeastern University’s Radio X 88.5 FM -FIU’s Radiate 88.1/95.3 FM -Magic Hat beer -CoolJunkie.com -Fabrikalink
-Glaceau Vitamin Water -Sweat Records -Bin18 -Miami’s Independent Thinkers -wantickets.com

Comments on: Prefuse 73 – Everything She Touched Turned Ampexian
“Industrial electro popsych!”
 Cut Chemist

“All the sounds on this record are as distinctive as a vocal…even the drums are lyrical”
 Isaiah Ikey Owens, Mars Volta

“A.D.D concentration for the D.A.D generation. 49 precious minutes of sweet vindicaction.”
 Andy Votel

Get free Prefuse 73 mp3s here:

http://fakepennycomics.com/blog
PREF73_TheClassOf73BellsfeaturingSchoolOfSevenBells.mp3
http://www.mediafire.com/?m5tea1zyuz2

Advance tickets: (HIGHLY RECOMMENDED)

Mothers Day Special at Wynwood Gallery Walk 5/8/10

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Mother’s Day Special @ Wynwood Gallery Walk
Saturday May 8th, 1pm-10pm
The Windows at Wynwood
2511-2519-2523 NW 2nd Av, Miami FL 33127
http://www.facebook.com/find-friends/?expand=pymk&ref=hpb#!/event.php?eid=118391401517395

Ecoist, Plant the Future and Poj are offering an inspiring gift idea for this Mother’s Day.
We have put together two packages which include three products each.

The ECO Package, at $59.95 which includes a set of four Napking Rings by Ecoist, a Contemplative Mini-Garden by Plant the Future, and a Bamboo Tea Light Holder by Poj.

The MOTHER EARTH Package, at $99.95 which includes a Snack Bowl by Ecoist, a Contemplative Mini-Garden by Plant the Future, and a 13″ Bamboo Mirror by Poj.

Come this Saturday for a Gallery Walk and browse through these and other gift ideas for Mom.

Give her a gift that says how much you care for her and for Mother Earth!

Locust Projects presents How To Read a Book Conversation and Preview 5/6/10

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“HOW TO READ A BOOK”
Curated by Michael Wilson

Conversation and preview: Thursday, May 6, 6.30pm
Opening reception: Saturday, May 8, 7-10pm
Through June 19

Locust Projects is pleased to announce an exhibition curated by New York-based critic Michael Wilson, featuring work by Becky Beasley, Guy Ben-Ner, Lorin Davies, Harrell Fletcher, Jeff Gabel, Anna Gray and Ryan Wilson Paulsen, Graham Parker, Christina Pettersson, Leanne Shapton, Eve K. Tremblay, and Matt Wiegle.

“How to Read a Book” is an exhibition of contemporary art derived from, influenced by, or playfully exploitative of influential works of fiction, with a particular emphasis on celebrated ‘classic’ novels. The exhibition highlights work that reflects on ideas of longevity and adaptability, originality and authorship. It examines the process of translation from one medium to another, and the durability – or otherwise – of the Western literary canon as a source for new visual culture. The show’s title is appropriated from that of Mortimer Adler and Charles Van Doren’s famous study of 1940, which argues for an educational system based on a list of “Great Books.” While the emphasis predates a postcolonial view and now has connotations of cultural conservatism, many of the cited volumes remain touchstones for radical thinkers of all kinds, artists very much among them. “How to Read a Book” looks at how a selection of such individuals have variously celebrated and contested the authority and autonomy of their chosen inspirations.

While Matt Wiegle’s drawings of scenes from Cormac McCarthy’s Blood Meridian constitute an idiosyncratic attempt at illustration and Leanne Shapton’s covers for Charlotte Brontë’s ouevre offer a subtle reflection on the influence of design on reading, Guy Ben-Ner’s home-movie version of Moby Dick, Harrell Fletcher’s partial reading of Ulysses, and Jeff Gabel’s animated take on Thomas Mann’s Gladius Dei experiment with the possibilities of free adaptation. Other artists in the show exploit their sources as support structures for more or less tangential projects, looking at literature from the perspectives of reader and writer, interpreter and analyst. Anna Gray and Ryan Wilson Paulsen dissect To the Lighthouse according to its author’s mentions of different colors, while Graham Parker reveals the mining of Persuasion and David Copperfield by e-mail spammers, and Eve K. Tremblay reflects on the process and meaning of learning a foundational text by heart. Becky Beasley and Christina Pettersson approach writers’ real and invented environments by way of allusive objects and images, while Lorin Davies aligns Joseph Conrad’s Heart of Darkness with the London A-Z guide, suggesting that territories, and the books that shadow them, are both in constant flux.

Michael Wilson (b. 1970 in London, England) lives and works in Brooklyn. Wilson received an MFA from the University of Ulster at Belfast in 1996, and an MA(RCA) from the Royal College of Art, London, in 1999. His writing has appeared in Art Monthly, Artforum, Modern Painters, Time Out New York, and elsewhere, and he has contributed to exhibition catalogues published by Art in General, the Asia Society, Matthew Marks Gallery, and P. S. 1 Contemporary Art Center, among others. His most recent curatorial project, a collaboration with Frantiska and Tim Gilman-Sevcik, was “Slow Glass” at Lisa Cooley, New York (2008).

This exhibition is made possible with the support from: Andy Warhol Foundation; Galt & Skye Mikesell; Hannibal Cox Jr. Foundation; Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs, the Cultural Affairs Council, the Mayor, and the Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners. Special thanks to: Miguel Abreu Gallery, New York; Spencer Brownstone Gallery, New York; Fredericks & Freiser Gallery, New York; Laura Bartlett Galley, London; Postmasters, New York, and Private Collection, New York.

Seminar How to use facebook increase business and your network 5/5/10

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“How to use facebook increase business and your network”
Wednesday, May 5th, 2010, 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Broward Chamber of Commerce
2425 E. Commercial Blvd.
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
www.FastNetworker.com

“How to use facebook increase business and your network”
Format: Seminar
Speaker: Mike Owen from MikeOwenBiz.com
Date: Wednesday, May 5th, 2010
Time: 5:30 pm registration, 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm the seminar
Location: Broward Chamber of Commerce
2425 E. Commercial Blvd.
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
Admission: $15 pre-paid www.fastnetworker.com, $20 at the door
Sponsors: Broward County Chamber of Commerce, StartupBusinessBootCamp.com
Contact us 954.274.6007 – mikeowenbiz@gmail.com

The topics to be discussed:
* How to make a great first impression
* How to quickly build a database using facebook
* The dreadful mistakes people make in networking on facebook
* Learn Mike’s A,B,C’s of networking system
* How build a lasting brand and increase business on facebook
* Learn why facebook is the best way to promote your business

Stone Groove at The Vagabond 5/4/10

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Stone Groove
Every Tuesday night, 10pm – 3am
4-4-10, 10pm
The Vagabond
30 NE 14th Street Downtown Miami, Florida

http://www.thevagabondmiami.com/archives/category/featured

Open Mic, Signup at 10, be there early to get a good time, Poetry, Music, Art, whatever it is you do showcase it here.

Come join Downtown Miami’s own clan of crazy beautiful bohemian babies.

As always, the 3rd Party band, The Pharmacist keeps you moving and grooving to blues, jazz, & soul all night. Featuring the greatest creative artists of Miami hosted by Marcus Blake
With $4 Sam Adams and $5 Jameson home is @ The Vagabond every Tuesday night. 21+ FREE under 21 $5.
Doors open at 10pm…… get there early for the Open Mic sign up! Musicians bring instruments, Poets bring poems and everyone else bring what your vibe.

Every Tuesday,
Stone Groove

Miranda Sings in Miami at Area Stage Theatre at the Riviera Plaza 5/7/10

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Miranda Sings in Miami
May 7th, 8:00 pm
Area Stage Theatre at the Riviera Plaza
1560 South Dixie Highway
Coral Gables, FL 33146

www.areastagecompany.com

The Area Stage Company is proud to announce “Miranda Sings” Miami debut! International superstar Miranda Sings has been performing her one woman cabaret show to sold-out audiences since last spring when her Youtube channel went viral. Her hilarious shows consist of singing hit songs, onstage voice lessons, fashion makeovers, and dramatic readings of hate mail. You will not want to miss seeing this lipstick-wearing, epileptic-eye browed, crooked smiling beauty live! The show will also be hosted by Broadway actor AARON SIMON GROSS (original cast member member of the Broadway production “13”.) In addition, Miranda will give a singing lesson to the cast leads of the up and coming Area Stage Conservatory production of “Cabaret.”

Tickets: $35 & $25 – Premium Seats/ Backstage Pass: $50

Call Now For Reservations 305-666-2078 or visit our website at www.areastagecompany.com

WHO IS MIRANDA?
The creator of Miranda is a classically trained singer and actress named Colleen Ballinger. Her character is a satire of common YouTube videos featuring mediocre or even bad singers who film themselves singing as a form of self-promotion. Miranda sings comically off-key,
and, when confronted by viewers who take the videos seriously, uses the catchphrase “Haters back off!”. Ms. Ballinger’s character has enjoyed widespread popularity, particularly among musical theatre fans, and has recently appeared as Miranda Sings at live club and theater venues in New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Salt Lake City, London, and Australia. Special guests have included the casts of Mamma Mia, Billy Elliott, Bye Bye Birdie, Rock of Ages, Jersey Boys, Shrek, Ann Hampton Callaway, Shoshana Bean, Daniel Reichard, Seth Rudetsky, Christopher Sieber, and Scott Alan.

“youtube sensation Miranda seduces Broadway!”
– LA Times”This brilliant character is created by Colleen Ballinger. I’m obsessed.”
– Seth Rudetsky

“Spastic vocalist Miranda Sings has become one of the Internet’s biggest stars, and sold out venues in Los Angeles, New York, and
London!”
– BroadwayWorld

“Miranda Sings is the hottest, freshest and oddest breakout star in the musical theatre/cabaret scene!”
– the rrazz room, San Francisco

“I can’t walk anywhere without someone asking me if I’ve seen the Miranda videos!”
– Jason Robert Brown

CubaNostalgia at Fair Expo Center 5/21-23/10

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CubaNostalgia
May 21 – May 23, 11 AM – 11 PM
Fair Expo Center (Coral Way & SW 112 Ave)
Coral Way & SW 112 Ave
www.cubanostalgia.org

CubaNostalgia, the premier Cuban event outside of Cuba, returns to Miami for its 12th consecutive year. The numerous exhibits, which include recreations of historical Cuban landmarks, will take visitors back to what life was like in the Cuba of yesteryear. Authentic Cuban cuisine, memorabilia, and live music will give visitors a full experience of Cuban life and culture. The exhibit will be held at the Fair-Expo Center starting on Friday, May 21st, until Sunday May 23rd.

Relocation Celebration at Emporium 5/7/10

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Relocation Celebration
Friday, May 7th, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
emporium
2606 Ponce de Leon Blvd, Coral Gables.
www.shopemporium.com

JOIN EMPORIUM FOR A RELOCATION CELEBRATION!

There’s always a reason to celebrate! Join us just in time for Mother’s Day shopping on Friday, May 7th from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. for an ode to our new venue at 2606 ponce de leon blvd., in Coral Gables and receive 10% off your purchase.
Please bring in clothes you no longer use to donate to the The Lotus House, a unique resource center and residential facility serving homeless women and infants in the heart of the historic African American district of Overtown, Miami. With a holistic, gender specific and innovative format, Lotus House seeks to empower women to improve the quality of their lives on every level, achieve greater self sufficiency and transition to permanent homes off the streets.
Please take note of our new address is 2606 ponce de leon blvd. in Coral Gables.
Our new store hours are 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday and 12 to 7 p.m. on Saturdays. Here’s a link to our new directions! http://www.mapquest.com/mq/7-1U9NZ4BytP9HDbZYeVoA

Set Up Thursdays at SET launches 5/6/10

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Set Up Thursdays at SET

Need an alibi for your Thursday night revelry? Search no more. This Thursday, May 6 the Opium Group’s SET nightclub is launching its newest weekly party “The Set Up.” The Spy vs. Spy (Mad Magazine’s famed comic strip) inspired party will take place in the nightclub’s intimate, clandestine upstairs room and is hosted by well-known local purveyors of fun: Zac Courtney, Javier Pacheco and George Coronado. In honor of this week’s Cinco de Mayo holiday celebration, Mexican DJ sensation Gil Montiel will rock the decks along with his energetic drum show. DJs Oren Nizri and Nando are also slated to take their turns on the 1s and 2s and provide partygoers with a night full of electro-indie and house music.

“The Set Up” begins at 10 p.m.

SET is located at 320 Lincoln Road in Miami Beach, FL.

For more information, please call 305-531-2800 and/or visit www.setmiami.com.

No “moles” allowed!

Miami Nightlife