Copywrite Performing Live at PS 14 5/16/09

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Event: Copywrite Performing Live
Date/Time: Saturday, May 16th 10PM- TILL
Location: PS14- 28 NE 14 Street, Miami, FL 33132
Artists: Copywrite, Phobia Nation, Punchanello, Rahsaan, Flow Official, The Secod hand Outfit, A1phanum3ric5
DJ: Cest One & DS
Cover/ Age Limit: $7 presale at Plentpresale.com – $10 @ Door// 18+
LIV: Busta Rhymes performing LIVE w/ Jesse Marco 5/15/09
Happy Hour at Club 50 to benefit Sobe Institute of the Arts 5/14/09

Join us this Thursday, May 14th, for Happy Hour at Club 50.
Miami.com Editor’s Pick for best happy hour.
5% of proceeds to benefit the Sobe Institute of the Arts, dedicated to building a world-class music and arts institute in Miami Beach.
Welcome cocktail from 6 to 8pm, courtesy of Chopin Vodka.
Happy Hour drink prices till 10pm.
Sounds by DJ Manuvers.
Club 50 at Viceroy Miami
485 Brickell Avenue
Miami, FL 33131
phone: 305.503.4400
Cleanse Miami seminar at Viceroy Miami 6/6/09
On Saturday, June 6, Viceroy Miami at IconBrickell will host the second Cleanse Miami seminar presented by Dr. Etti Ben-Zion. At the event, guests will learn about a healthier and happier way of living as they enjoy the breathtaking amenities of The Spa at IconBrickell, Yoga and 30% off treatments.
VICEROY MIAMI TO HOST DR. ETTI BEN-ZION’S CLEANSE MIAMI SEMINAR
WHAT: Kor Hotel Management’s Viceroy Miami at Icon Brickell hosts the second Cleanse Miami seminar on Saturday, June 6. Guests will enjoy the beauty and serenity of Viceroy’s 28,000-square-foot luxurious spa while experiencing Dr. Etti Ben-Zion’s intro to detox, including spa treatments, Yoga sessions, delicious juices, and easy to implement information. The Spa, centered around a 5,000 square-foot Water Lounge with a “floating library,†wading pool with waterborne sofas, three hot-and-cold plunge pools and fireplace will serve as the perfect platform for guests to experience better health, balance and happiness. All participants will receive 30% off Spa treatments for the weekend of the event, June 5-7, and overnight packages will be available.
Those looking for an escape from their hectic everyday lives will also have the opportunity to be among the first to visit the state-of-the-art fitness facilities, join group classes, and unwind with Viceroy’s newly launched Wellness Membership program. For more information on Viceroy’s Wellness program and other membership opportunities, please visit http://www.viceroyiconbrickell.com/spa/.
WHO: Men and women who share an interest in health and fitness, want to celebrate life and allow themselves to learn about a healthier and happier way of living.
WHEN: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Saturday, June 6
WHERE: Viceroy’s Spa at IconBrickell / 485 Brickell Avenue, Miami Florida 33131
About Viceroy: Viceroy Miami is the centerpiece of the unprecedented 10-acre Icon Brickell enclave in downtown Miami. Overlooking Biscayne Bay at the gateway to Miami’s financial district, this glamorous urban resort was conceived by South Florida’s most prominent developer, Jorge Perez, in collaboration with iconic figures in architecture (Arquitectonica), interior design (Kelly Wearstler) and hospitality (Kor Hotel Management). Wearstler created a provocative blend of modern sophistication and exotic Asian accents for the hotels 162 guestrooms, suites and residences, as well as for the lobby, restaurant and exclusive Club 50 Lounge located on the 50th floor with a private pool deck. Michelin-starred Chef Michael Psilakis and Restaurateur Donatella Arpaia’s Eos restaurant anchors the project’s two-acre outdoor living room and pool terrace. Borrowing ingredients from Spain, Portugal and Morocco, Psilakis offers modern expressions of his native Greek cuisine. The eclectic menu of raw and cooked small plates encourages tasting and sharing, allowing guests to tailor an experience to any appetite. The Spa at Icon Brickell, managed by Viceroy and design by Philippe Starck features 10 treatment rooms for signature Viceroy wellness experiences, a 5,000-square-foot water lounge and an expansive fitness facility. www.viceroymiami.com
About Cleanse Miami: Cleanse Miami is the summation of Dr Etti’s 10-year search for answers. She has extracted the most essential part of her seven-day program into a concentrated one-day seminar that is a fun and friendly intro to detox for anyone. “This is the beginning of a body, emotional, spiritual cleanse journey,” she says. “Cleanse Miami is a celebration of health and life; it is the health movement that is impacting our entire community in so many positive ways.†For more information or to register for Cleanse Miami please visit https://dretti.com/events.php.
PALO! Upstairs at the Van Dyke Cafe 5/16/09
PALO! Upstairs @ the Van Dyke Café!
Hope you can make it this Saturday, May 16, 9:30 – 1:30 for…
Van Dyke Cafe
846 Lincoln Road
Miami Beach, FL 33139
PALO! brings the live Afro-Cuban Funk to South Beach…
No cover! No minimum!
Click Here To RSVP For This Event (Facebook).
Visit us on the Wild, Wacky Web:
gopalo.com – A unique Cubano-Americano Experience!
Life Is Art OFFICIAL Call For Artists Deadline May 17, 2009
This is a very fast call for artists!
Application Deadline May 17, 2009
Show Date: May 30, 2009
Life Is Art partners with ECOMB (Environmental Coalition Of Miami Beach) to present
FIESTA! A Celebration of Life!
Life Is Art is now accepting applications for exhibiting artists. The deadline for application is May 17, 2009. Artists will be notified no later than May 20. The event will take place on May 30th at the Upper Eastside Gardens, 7244 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL.
All forms and styles of art are considered. There is NO fee to apply.
Artists must supply their own display materials. This is a garden style event. Pavillion tents will be provided.
Applications Are Now Closed
Artists will be notified by May 20th whether they have been chosen.
Note, this is an official Life Is Art call for artists. This event is co-produced by Life Is Art and ECOMB.
{For those that do not know, Life Is Art was founded by the same folks who run Soul Of Miami}
Ladies Night: Video Dance & Pole Fitness 5/14/09
{I know this isn’t our normal kind of stuff to list, but it just sounds so much fun!}

VIDEO DANCE & POLE FITNESS
This Thursday at the Shuichi Take Fitness Club we will be offering a preview of two new classes catered exclusively for women, by women.
At 11:30am and 6:00pm we will be showcasing VIDEO DANCE. If you have ever wanted to learn the sexy moves you’ve seen from the hottest music videos then this is the class for you. Veteran Miami Heat dancer, Dawn Price, will teach you how to strut your stuff to a signature choreographed movement sequence while moving to upbeat and sexy tunes. The class will combine original moves along with steps from your favorite music videos! This class is free to members of the Shuichi Take Fitne ss Club and only $10 per class for non-members.
The other new addition to the Shuichi Take Fitness Club is POLE FITNESS starting at 8:00pm. Due to the incredible turnout we received from our first preview class two weeks ago, we will be offering another preview for those of you who missed it. There is no time like now to rediscover the healing pleasure of moving your body to music! This women only, full body workout is inspired by Yoga, Pilates, Striptease and Pole Dancing. Pole Fitness emphasizes the balanced development of the body through core strength, flexibility and the awareness to support graceful movement. Treat this time like a meditation session in which you agree to allow yourself to fully inhabit your amazing body and get fit at the same time! Members receive discounted pricing for the eight week program.
For more information about the VIDEO DANCE and POLE FITNESS classes and pricing please call or email the Shuichi Take Fitness Club.
Shuichi Take Fitness Club
3250 NE 1st Ave #504
Miami, FL 33137
Club: 305.856.4588
Fax: 786.472.2963
info@shuichitakefitness.com
www.shuichitakefitness.com
Fine Wines at Fairchild 5/16/09
Buddhaverse A Vernissage for Tibetan Artist Karma Phuntsok and a benefit for the Tibetan Children’s Village 5/18/09

Presents: “Buddhaverse”
A Vernissage for Tibetan Artist Karma Phuntsok and a benefit for the Tibetan Children’s Village
Monday Evening
May 18th, 7 to 10 pm
Featuring a Celebration of Acrobatic Flying Performers,
Fire Dancer and Winged Dancer with Singing Bowls!!!
Accompanied by Musicians on Didgeridoo and Drums.
Tibetan Children’s Village – providing an integrated educational community for destitute Tibetan Children in exile.
At this event, 25% of all proceeds from food, drink and works of art will be donated to the TCV.
3144 COMMODORE PLAZA – COCONUT GROVE – TEL 305-444-7878
Please call ahead to make your reservations!
MDPL presents a screening of Strange Impersonation 5/12/09
ART DECO FILM SERIES
Tuesday 12 May 7:00 pm
FILM NOIR CLASSICS
Film noir, a cinematic term used primarily to describe stylish Hollywood crime dramas, often emphasizes moral ambiguity and sexual motivation, derived from the hard-boiled school of crime fiction that emerged in the United States during the Depression. Hollywood’s classic film noir period is generally regarded as stretching from the early 1940s to the late 1950s, and films of this genre are associated with a low-key black-and-white visual style that has roots in German Expressionist cinematography.

Strange Impersonation
Directed by Anthony Mann
USA/1946/68 minutes/B&W
Hard-boiled film noir masquerading as a women’s melodrama, Strange Impersonation is a twisted tale of jealousy, murder, revenge and facial disfigurement from director Anthony Mann (T-Men, Raw Deal). Brenda Marshall stars as Nora Goodrich, a single-minded scientist who spurns marriage for the sake of her pioneering work with anesthetics. When her jealous lab partner (Hillary Brooke) sabotages an experiment, Nora’s face is badly scarred, and–through a twist of fate–she swaps identities with a devious blackmailer (Ruth Ford), letting the world believe she is dead. Under the guise of Jane Karaski, Nora has her face surgically altered, establishes a new career and works her way back into the lives of her former enemies and lovers, where she can carry out her carefully planned revenge. Free admission.
Location: Art Deco Education Center at Historic City Hall, 1130 Washington Av, Miami Beach
Information: 305-672-2014 or www.mdpl.org
Art and Culture Center of Hollywood 12th Annual Cuisine for Art 5/14/09

12th Annual Cuisine for Art
Thursday, May 14, 2009
Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
Click here to purchase advanced tickets or to see more information about sponsoring this event.
Enjoy a fun and festive fund-raiser featuring public officials turned celebrity waiters; sumptuous food; wine, vodka, and beer; and a fabulous silent auction featuring vacation packages, bountiful gift baskets, sports and entertainment memorabilia, fine collectibles and more.
The evening begins with a 6 pm cocktail reception compliments of Southern Wine & Spirits and Grolsch. Dinner and silent auction will follow.
Advanced ticket sales extended through Wednesday, May 13 at noon. Buy yours now!
To purchase tickets, call 954. 921. 3274, download an RSVP form (pdf), or click the “Buy Now” button here.
Click here to bid in the Online Auction portion of Cuisine for Art. There’s only two days left to bid!
Celebrity Waiters:
Hon. Eleanor Sobel, State Senator
Hon. Joseph A. “Joe†Gibbons, State Representative
Hon. Elaine Schwartz, State Representative
Hon. Sue Gunzburger, Commissioner, Broward County
Hon. Jennifer Gottlieb, Vice Chair, Broward County School Board
Hon. Robin Bartleman, Broward County School Board Member
Hon. Ann Murray, Broward County School Board Member
Hon. Kevin Biederman, District Commissioner, Central Broward Water Control
Hon. Peter Bober, Mayor, City of Hollywood
Hon. Beam Furr, Vice Mayor, City of Hollywood
Hon. Patricia Asseff, Commissioner, City of Hollywood
Hon. Dick Blattner, Commissioner, City of Hollywood
Hon. Heidi O’Sheehan, Commissioner, City of Hollywood
Hon. Fran Russo, Commissioner, City of Hollywood
Hon. Linda Sherwood, Commissioner, City of Hollywood
Hon. Virgil Fernandez, Fire Rescue & Beach Safety Chief, City of Hollywood
Neil Fritz, Executive Director, Downtown Hollywood Community Redevelopment Agency
Art and Culture Center of Hollywood
1650 Harrison St.
Hollywood, FL 33020
954. 921. 3274
ArtAndCultureCenter.org
Green Schools Challenge Awards Ceremony 5/28/09
Space 9 Year Anniversary Celebration 5/16/09
This Saturday, May 16th, the one and only legendary Club Space continues to make history as they celebrate 9 Years of Space Miami! The lifespan of a nightclub in Miami can never be guessed. Some open up shop one month, only to shut down the next, and others don’t even make that year mark. But when it comes to Club Space and the excellent formatting they deliver week in and week out, it shouldn’t be a surprise that everyone’s favorite EDM palace is still around and better than ever. Come out this Saturday night and celebrate with Space Miami as they bring in Robbie Rivera, Oscar G., Cedric Gervais, Sultan, Patrick M., Louis Puig and Lazardi.
To reserve a table for this very special event please contact Tiffany via email at patiospacevip@aol.com or call 786.357.6456
Over 20 Dj’s & thousands of people will help us celebrate 9 amazing years this weekend ….. Please be one of them
Doors & The Terrace Will Both Open At 10pm Sharp
Robbie Rivera, Sultan, Oscar G, Cedric Gervais, Patrick M, Louis Puig, Lazardi, Maurizio & Danyelino, Cocodrills, Dsan Powell, Hardline, Juan Rojas, Radamas, Knowledge, And More …….
How to protect your legal rights at work 5/13/09

Miami-Dade Public Library System
Employment Seminar
Federal Employment Law
How to protect your legal rights at work
Special guest : Attorney Bruce Coane will be speaking about Federal Employment Law and legal rights in your Work Place.
¡P Labor and Employment Law:
– EEOC Complaints
– Overtime Pay
– Discrimination
¡P Civil Rights:
– Sexual harassment
– Retaliation
– Age Discrimination
– Race Discrimination
¡P Employee Retirement Income and Security Act:
– Employee Benefits
– Long-term and short-term disability claims
P Immigrant Worker Rights
Wednesday, May 13
6:30 -8:00 pm
Miami Beach Regional Library
227 22nd St * 305 535 4219
For reservations please call: 305 538 6800 or email yolanda@coane.com
Discover the Fusion of Ritmus at Mamajuana Restaurant 5/15/09
VIP Embassy and Laurent Bourgade presents Cozy Mondays with DJ Nuvex 80’s and 90’s musical atmosphere at Cozy Bar 5/11/09

VIP Embassy invites you to the launching of COZY Mondays
VIP Embassy teams up with Laurent Bourgade and the COZY family to provide you with a great new Monday night. We invite you every Monday night, along with DJ Nuvex, to enjoy with us a 80’s and 90’s musical atmosphere at Cozy Bar.
Gourmet delicatessen menu and small bites available.
Drinks and bottle specials: $10 Vodka & $12 Champagne by the glass.
$150 Champagne & $200 Vodka bottles.
Finally a really sophisticated option in South beach Monday night !!
Reservation: rsvp@VIPembassy.com or call 786.273.8600
Cozy Bar: 500 South Pointe Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Stylish Ladies Night Casting Call 5/13/09
Stylish Ladies Night Casting Call at Martini Bar
5701 Sunset Drive, www.martinibarmiami.com
Open casting call beginning at 8pm. Bring your resume & headshots!
Poplife announces 10 Year Anniversary Event 6/6/09
MIAMI’S INDIE CULTURE STAPLE LIVES ON AFTER TEN SPIRITED AND FRUITFUL YEARS
POPLIFE Celebrates a Decade of Indie Music and Nightlife
On Saturday, June 6, POPLIFE will commemorate 10 years of showcasing indie music and providing a compelling, alternative cultural hub for nightlife revelers. The 10-year anniversary celebration will feature a live performance by Atlanta indie rockers Snowden, along with very special surprise guests yet to be announced, DJ sets by Aramis, Induce and Mike Deuce, lots of giveaways (music, T-shirts, etc), and the unveiling of a new logo, all at White Room, 1306 North Miami Ave., Downtown Miami.
Every major city has its share of alternative platforms and weekly indie parties on the nightlife circuit. Yet Miami has seen very few live venues and nightlife-driven events that hone in on a colorful diversity of indie music. Back in 1999, POPLIFE emerged as an antidote to the homogenized sheen of South Beach nightlife. Founding partners Aramis Lorie and Barbara Basti (later joined by Jake Jefferson) envisioned a weekly event focused on music and the arts – a social gathering for individuals seeking an alternative to Miami nightlife, and a place to dance and mingle with like-minded individuals.
Throughout the years, POPLIFE has become instrumental in developing Miami as a viable market for non-mainstream acts and talent. In addition to offering a platform to local acts, the organization has produced and promoted numerous events and concerts, including Le Tigre, Peaches, MIA, Of Montreal, Interpol, The Magnetic Fields, Jose Gonzalez, Chicks on Speed, The Faint, Yelle, Ladytron, Ratatat, Prefuse 73, Lansing-Dreiden, Jamie Lidell, Spank Rock, The Walkmen, Mum, Santogold, Green Velvet, Junior Boys, Mylo, Calvin Harris, Chairlift, Cat Power, Modest Mouse, Animal Collective, and many, many more.
Good music is king in the realm of POPLIFE, and its longstanding mission has prevailed as an alternative music outlet, encompassing non-mainstream artists and genres. The POPLIFE nightcrawlers dig into everything from indie rock and electronica to grime, traversing all aural, subterranean spaces in between. The key is to listen and dance all the way through, caroused and blithe.
But POPLIFE has always been more than just a party. It is a culture, and its devotees are passionate and diehard. The founders actually pioneered areas of Miami that are now considered hip, such as the Design District in 2000 when the event was hosted at The Piccadilly Garden. Same with the 14th Street/Downtown Miami club row, when the event was moved to the newly-opened I/O in 2003. Lorie and Basti are downtown trailblazers who have owned and operated venues such as I/O Lounge, The District Restaurant and Lounge, PS14 (28 NE 14th St., 305-358-3600), and – most recently – the new Ecco Pizzateca and Lounge (168 SE 1st St., 305-960-1900), in Downtown Miami.
By now, POPLIFE has garnered international attention and various globetrotting characters have stopped by to join the party – from Moby to Michael Stipe to Irvine Welsh. POPLIFE patrons are innovators, artists, tastemakers, hip kids, and dancing queens. Expanding its horizons, the organization continues to pursue collaborations, such as with The Rhythm Foundation, Le Baron (Paris), MAP Magazine (themapmag.com), Design Miami, Galerie Emmanuel Perrotin, Locust Projects, O.H.W.O.W., and several more. Their official photographer, Nefariousgirl (nefariousgirl.com), has been documenting all the events since 2004.
The POPLIFE collective has also brought its distinct brand to the Beach, producing and promoting weekly parties, such as LoveLife Sundays at The Standard (since 2007, with its infamous, rollicking Bingo game), Good Clean Fun every Thursday at Rok Bar, and Dirty Hairy every Wednesday at LIV at the Fontainebleau.
Currently, the signature event is still hosted at White Room, 1306 North Miami Ave., Downtown Miami, every Saturday night starting at 10pm.
POPLIFE has come a long way from its first incarnation on June 4, 1999. Here’s to ten years, and many more fruitful ones to come.
Nicole Henry Voices United Jazz Fundraiser at Van Dyke Cafe 5/20/09
Photographs – Exxxotica Miami 2009 (NSFW) 5/10/09
So, it has been a while since I posted any photographs, but here are some good ones. Exxxotica Miami!
Note these are probably NOT SAFE FOR WORK. So, if the boss is around, you might want to come back later.
Unfortunately, we did not have much time to go, but we made it by Exxxotica Miami on Sunday afternoon. It was not packed, but there was definitely a decent crowd. I think the whole event was better than last year. More energetic, more starlets and semi-naked girls, more videos on display.
Photographs from Exxxotica Miami on Sunday, May 10, 2009
Yes, I took a lot of photos at Exxxotica this year. Everyone was very cooperative and friendly, and we had a great time! Â On with the show!
Last warning – NOT SAFE FOR WORK
For many more, head on over to my Examiner.com page.
Miami Rescue Mission Health Clinic to Open for Needy 5/14/09
You Are Invited!
May 14, 2009 2PM to 4PM
Dreams sometimes do come true. The vision of having a Health Clinic for the homeless and needy of Miami began in 2000. We are happy to announce that the Clinic will have a Grand Opening on May 14th at 2 PM. There will be a ceremony and then time for tours and refreshments.
The Medical Clinic will impact the lives of thousands of men, women, and children of Miami. We are so excited about this opportunity to serve others and we want you to be part of the Grand Opening.
The opening celebration will be held on May 14th, from 2 PM to 4 PM. This event will be part of a mini-health fair.
The Address is 2015 NW 1st Ave., Miami, FL 33127
Phone: 305.571.2245 or 305.572.2010
You should arrive by 1:30 PM. Parking is available with security. To learn more, see our video, and make your reservations online click here: Miami Rescue Mission Medical Clinic
This has been a labor of love and so many have made such spectacular gifts of their time, talents, and treasures. We would like to especially recognize Miami Dade College, Boston Scientific Foundation, Michael Capponi and others you will meet on May 14th.
The Miami Rescue Mission Health Clinic–Fact Sheet
A partnership between Miami Dade College and the Miami Rescue Mission
DESCRIPTION: The Miami Dade College Medical Center Campus (MDC) and the Miami Rescue Mission (MRM) have a long history of collaboration. Located less than one mile apart, hundreds of MDC nursing and health sciences students and faculty have provided services to the men, women, and children served by the Mission over the years; and many Mission graduates have enrolled and earned degrees from MDC. As part of this partnership, the MDC School of Nursing and the leaders of the MRM created “The Mission Project†in 2000 with the goals of improving student achievement and clinical skills, cultivating civic responsibility, expanding awareness of health needs, and most especially, improving the health of the community’s homeless. A long-term goal of the Mission Project has been to establish an on-site clinic at the Miami Rescue Mission, staffed partly by MDC Nursing and Health Sciences students and faculty, to serve the primary needs of those at the Mission and in the surrounding Overtown neighborhoods. This clinic is scheduled to open on May 14, 2009.
MAIN PARTNERS: Miami Rescue Mission, Miami Dade College Medical Center Campus, Miami-Dade Area Health Education Center (AHEC), MDC Center for Community Involvement.
RATIONALE: The MRM serves approximately 1,000 men, women and children a month. Many of these people have little or no access to health care. The new clinic will serve the clients of the MRM and eventually residents of the Overtown community. The area of the MRM is designated as a “Medically Underserved Area/Population†and as a “Health Professional Shortage Area†by the Department of Health and Human Services.
STAFFING: MRM is the host agency and site of the clinic. Dr. Peter Gutierrez, MD, MMS, PA-C, is Director of MDC’s Physician Assistant program and will coordinate clinical education for Physician Assistant students, while providing medical direction for the clinic. Annette Gibson MSN, MEd, RN, Professor, School of Nursing, will coordinate education and outreach service-learning programs involving MDC Nursing and Health Sciences students and faculty. The clinic will serve as a main clinical site for Physician Assistant students. MDC students and faculty from Nursing and Health Sciences will help staff the clinic, as will students from additional health profession programs from other colleges in South Florida.
CURRENT STATUS: Initial funding was provided by the Boston Scientific Foundation and the Michael Capponi Group for the development and construction of the on-site clinic. The clinic consists of a waiting room, two offices and two patient examination rooms with room for expansion. In February 2009, MRM and MDC personnel received the “Certificate of Need to Practice in an Area of Critical Need†from the Florida State Department of Health in order to open the clinic. Future grant proposals will focus on meeting long-term needs of the Mission Project health clinic including materials and additional staff necessary for operation, as well as outreach screening and education projects.
CLINIC KICK-OFF EVENT: The MRM and MDC are organizing a grand-opening ceremony of the on-site MRM Clinic. This event will include a health fair with education and screening, and treatment of the clinic’s first patients.
An Evening of Spirituality with Ma Jaya 5/30/09

Ma Jaya Sati Bhagavati is an American-born spiritual teacher. She is widely known for her compassionate work, serving those who are suffering, people living with AIDS, the homeless, the poor, and anyone in need. She is most passionate about the importance of service in spiritual life.
Ma teaches from profound inner realization. Her style is very direct and carried by a great love for her students that helps them to untie the knots of the heart and overcome the obstacles of the mind. Hers is a focused and fast path to the liberation of the Self. In her colorful, down-to-earth personality and her superb sense of humor, she is the perfect teacher for those who need spirituality to be practical as well as exalted.
On Saturday May 30, 2009, world renowned spiritual leader Ma Jaya Sati Bhagavati. Kali Natha Yoga master, acclaimed artist and founder of Kashi Ashram, will be teaching at Unity on the Bay in Miami. Musical guest Snatam Kaur, a lifelong student of Sikh Master Yogi Bhajan, will open the evening. Well known for the purity and beauty of her voice, she will share with us her unforgettable devotional chanting.
ECOMB and Life Is Art Present Fiesta! A Celebration of Life 5/30/09
{Official Soul Of Miami Event!}
Life Is Art is proud to partner with the Environmental Coalition Of Miami Beach (ECOMB) to present
FIESTA! A Celebration of Life!
Saturday May 30th, 7:00pm-12:00m
Upper East Side Gardens
7244 Biscayne Blvd
Miami, FL
SUPPORTED BY:
Metro 1 Properties
Marla Warrington with Event Rhythm Management
Culture In The City and Jonathan Rose
Soul Of Miami
Steaz Teas
Leblon Cachaca
After party at The Electric Pickle – 2826 North Miami Avenue (reduced admission for FIESTA attendees)
Art, Music, Food, Putt-Putt, Fun!
$5.00 Suggested Donation at the door (no pressure)
Complimentary Alcohol (donation bar)
Music Schedule (More to come)
7:00-8:00 Drum Circle
8:00-8:30 Kahra Keys
9:00-9:30 Melting Mandarin
9:30-10:00 UOM
after funky satellite radio or light acoustic
Participating Artists
Alissa Christine

MORE DETAILS NOW
Environmental Coalition Of Miami Beach
Life Is Art
Upper Eastside Garden
Zen Village Member Ria is performing 5/16/09

Zen Village proudly announces a Member Event
This is a reminder that RIA will perform on May 16th @ 7pm
Please get your tickets ASAP as the price goes up the day of. Her manager has 5 new tickets in hand. So you can get them at regular price.
Buy A Ticket, Help A Cause, Support Ria And Get A Great Show
Contact me before they run out. CELL: 850.322.3925
Here II Here,
Samantha Natalie, and Ria in
The Concert of the Year!
Natural Awakenings Magazine and Dream Provider present
Miami Sounds: A Musical Celebration
DATE: Sat., May 16th, 2009
TIME: 7:00 pm (until 9:30pm)
COST: $35 (half of all proceeds will be donated to three local charities)
LOCATION: Gusman Hall-University of Miami, 1314 Miller Dr.
DETAILS: A musical celebration featuring the eclectic music stylings of Here II Here and singer/songwriters Samantha Natalie and Ria. Seats are limited and they are going fast!
FREE: First 200 to arrive will receive goodie bags worth hundreds!
To order tickets, call Natural Awakenings at 305-598-3315 or visit www.namiami.com/event and place your request. Seats are limited and they are going fast.
Benefiting: American Children’s Orchestras for Peace www.americanchildrensorchestras.org, Kids Love Mother Earth www.klme.org, Pride Lines Youth Services www.pridelines.org
Sponsors: GenTV, Fit 2 Go, Self-Enrichment Center, Motionborg
American Catastrophic Illness Organization Inc. Benefit Concert with the South Florida Philharmonic Orchestra Featuring art by GAPAL 5/17/09
American Catastrophic Illness Organization Inc. (ACIOI) a 501c3 Registered Charity that helps people that are unable to help themselves is having a Benefit Concert with the South Florida Philharmonic Orchestra Inc., (SFLPHL) a nonprofit Organization, and The Organ Donor Awareness Foundation
The Event will take place at the Hollywood Central Performing Arts Center
1770 Monroe Street at US1
6-10 PM on May 17, 2009.
The doors open to the Public at 6:30 PM and is limited to 600 people.
The Free Concert will be the Premier of the World Class Orchestra under World Renowned National Conductor Donald Covert. Impact Artists that will be creating Art Masterpieces during the performance will thrill the audience in this rare form of combining two different Art forms.
The Concert and evening activities will help raise funds for ACIOI, SFLPHL and The Organ Donor Awareness Foundation and bring awareness to other Organizations and the many Musicians, Artists and Sponsors that are involved in this worthy project.
There are two Rehearsals at Artserve (Home Base for the Orchestra and ACIOI)
1350 East Sunrise Blvd.
Rehearsals at 6-8 PM
May 12 and May 14
In the Auditorium.
The Press and Public are invited and the purpose of this event is to premier the South Florida Philharmonic Orchestra under the leadership of National Conductor and International Conductor Donald Covert. The Event will be videotaped for distribution to potential Sponsors, Agents, Venue’s and Investors. Contents of this event will be telecast.
GAPAL will be performing his unique Method Chromosymphony and painting 2 pieces each for the 3 concerts.
The Ensemble will be performing to a huge crowd, expected to be at the door and down US1 from the Performing Arts Center in Hollywood. All three Organizations have done a massive ad campaign since early February and we have scheduled several radio interviews and have the news media supporting these causes.
On April 12, ACIOI represented itself and the Orchestra during the Marlins Game at Dolphin Stadium to a large crowd, ACIOI displayed the rare tiger maple Violin donated to the Orchestra at the Community Clubhouse Booth, we are privileged to have the honor of being recognized by the Marlins for our community leadership.
The Art Division of ACIOI has a campaign for utilizing broken and severely damaged musical equipment and instruments and turning them into art. Sales from these treasures from trash will enable the Orchestra to continue in its development.
The funding for major scheduled productions needs Underwriters, Investors and Sponsors on every level. Sponsors that ACIOI does have are; Toshiba, Marlins, Panthers, Heat, Dolphins, Bills, Steelers, Prizewheel.com, The Florida Aquarium, Horse Power Sales of Boynton Beach, New Times, ARTSERVE, Hollywood Performing Arts Center, Association of Fundraising Professionals, S.C.O.R.E., Hard Rock, Chicago Bulls, Cuillo Center for Arts and WLRN.
The South Florida Philharmonic Orchestra is comprised of 40 of the World’s Best Musicians under the Leadership of International and US National Conductor Donald Covert. All of these Musician’s have an active background in touring, are competition winner’s and many of them are teachers. They have sacrificed long and hard to be at the pinnacle of their chosen Instrument and many have the training in several to many Instruments.
This is a team effort made up of outstanding soloists and throughout this endeavor, the Staff of SFLPHL will bring the individual to the forefront to allow that talent to be shared by all of us. The goal of US National Conductor Donald Covert is to bring a full Orchestra of which he is known for in Europe back to Europe with the World Class Musicians that he is presently training with.
Maestro Donald Covert is one of the very few Conductors worldwide that memorize the work and will lead the Orchestra without sheet music. His scholastic Degrees, Worldwide tours and training under Leonard Bernstein, give him the right to proclaim himself as US National Conductor and we agree with the Maestro.
Fabrika + Myspace Latino + Gibson present Soniko Cd Release Party at Transit Lounge 5/21/09
Thursday, May 21, 2009 at 9:00pm
Transit Lounge
729 SW 1st. Ave
South Miami, FL

Fabrikalink.com + Myspace Latino + Gibson + Transit Lounge invite you to: SONIKO CD Release Party
After their successful debut album “Kombustión”, which gave them 3 MTV Español Buzzworthy videos, concerts at LAMC, SXSW, Billboard Latin Music Conference and tour dates in California, NYC, Texas, N. Carolina, etc., SONIKO is back with an explosive new relase with the title of “ANTIDOTO PARCIAL”
The party will bring SONIKO back to a Miami stage affter an almost 2 yrs. absence.
SONIKO IS:
Alex Izaguirre
Toto Gonzalez
Javier Guell
Jorge Garcia
to hear a preview of their CD visit http://www.myspace.com/soniko
THIS IS A FREE EVENT!
1- You can check out our exclusive Myspace Cd Listening Station by visiting http://www.myspace.com/soniko
2- For all of you not in Miami we will have a Live Broadcast of the show starting at 10PM Eastern time on http://www.soniko.com thanks to our friends of N-VIVO
3- Our friends of Jack Daniels will also take care of all of us attending the show with open bar & drink specials all night
Sóniko is the creative sonic experience conformed by Alex Izaguirre, Javier Güell, Jorge GarcÃa and Toto González, rooted in Miami’s underground spectrum of various musical tendencies. The 90’s Grunge, Brit Pop, a decisive base of Rock en Español, and fine arrangements of electronic variations mainly influence their sound and style.
In Sóniko’s first album “Kombustiónâ€, their four members took on the enormous task of producing and working with renowned Grammy award winner Marcelo Añez (Shakira-Unplugged & ThalÃa), who put the final touches and reaffirmed the band’s desired sound.
A CD that got them 3 MTV Español top ten videos and concerts around the USA including SXSW, Latin Alternative Music Conference and Billboard Latin Music Conference among others.
Sóniko’s second album “AntÃdoto Parcial” shows their growth as composers and it’s evident in a collection of 12 excellent tracks. On this occasion, the band decided to bring back the locally acclaimed “Laberinto” which wasn’t released in “Kombustión”, with the special appearance of Gabriel from Minimal joining Alex on vocals.
The band will celebrate on May 21st at Transit Lounge the release or their new album in Miami with a free event supported by Myspace Latino, Jack Daniels, Gibson and Fábrika. This event will be special because SONIKO will do a live Internet broadcast for all their fans and friends outside Miami. This live broadcast will start at 10PM Eastern time at www.soniko.com
Since their origins in 2002, Sóniko is one of those bands that have triggered Miami’s interest in indie rock in both the Anglo and Latin community. Their local success has reached out to other places such as California, New York, Georgia, Texas and Puerto Rico. Through Fabrika, Myspace, Facebook and several other music related Internet sites, the band has built up a strong international fan base, which is awaiting the moment of Soniko’s powerful live performance to be back and also to be seen for the first time.
Artwalk afterparty Miami NYC LA 3 live bands & guest djs at Electric Pickle 5/9/09
Encore Reception – Pulp at Chelsea Galleria 5/9/09
Chopin for All series of free concerts presents: The American Virtuosi – Borowsky siblings 5/16-17/09
Chopin for All series of free concerts presents:
The American Virtuosi: Borowsky siblings:
Frances, cello, Emmanuel, violin & Elizabeth, piano
Saturday, May 16, 2009 at 7:00 PM
Broward County Main Library, 100 S. Andrews Ave, Ft. Lauderdale
Attention: Change of Time: Sunday, May 17, 2009 at 2:00 PM
Granada Presbyterian Church, 950 University Drive, Coral Gables
Program Music by Sarasate, Ravel, Twardowski, & Chopin
Complimentary Admission
For more information: Please call Chopin Foundation at 305-868-0624 or visit www.chopin.org
Hailed by the international press as “American Virtuosi,” the Borowsky siblings have been praised world-wide for their outstanding musicianship. Although young, they have won their way into the hearts of millions of people through their concerts in North America, Asia, the Middle East, and Europe; radio and television performances; and CD recordings. In 2004 they received the Erick Friedman Prize for Outstanding Young Musicians and were invited to perform their Carnegie Hall debut. In the last year, they have performed Pre-Olympic concerts in China (“One World, One Dream, One Family”), resided as Artists and Scholars in Residence at the Dilsberg Castle in Germany as recipients of a grant from the Rhein-Neckar Kulturstiftung, and were the featured soloists for the U.S. concert tour of the Young German Symphony Orchestra, performing the Beethoven Triple Concerto in Philadelphia, Harrisburg, Gettysburg, Emmitsburg, Baltimore, Washington, and New York.
Frances Grace has performed in Israel, Jordan, Indonesia, Japan, China, Vietnam, Singapore, Germany, Poland, Scandinavia, Canada, and the USA. She studies under the guidance of her mother, and also has been mentored by such cellists as Janos Starker, Michael Flaksman, and Zara Nelsova. At the age of fourteen, she was awarded a full scholarship for her studies at the University of Maryland/Towson University (Honor’s College Program). She recently was awarded the first prize in the prestigious Peggy Yale Gordon Music Competition.
Emmanuel has been lauded as an outstanding musician of his generation since his debut at age six. At the age of ten, he performed Vivaldi’s A minor concerto in Washington D.C. before a sold-out audience of over 9,000 people. He has since performed recitals and concerts throughout North America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East and has frequently been featured on television and radio programs. Among his teachers have been Jaime Laredo, Zoltan Szabo, Dorothy DeLay, Erick Friedman, Gudny Gudmundsdotir, and Mark Kaplan. He is a winner of the Montpelier Performing Arts Society Competition and recently performed the Mendelssohn Violin Concerto with the Indiana University Orchestra.
Elizabeth has achieved international recognition as a highly artistic pianist and composer. Since her debut at age seven, she has performed in renowned concert halls and participated in prestigious festivals throughout North America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. She has received an impressive array of awards including the International Young Artists Award, Heidelberg Grand Prix, Chopin Foundation of the United States Scholarship, Pro Sinfonika Award for Promoting Classical Music Among Youth, Jerusalem Medal for Composition, National Foundation for the Arts Merit Award, and Kosciuszko Foundation Scholarship for Graduate Studies. She has taught at Indiana University (Bloomington) and the International Music Institute and Festival USA.
www.theamericanvirtuosi.com
America’s Next Top Model Anchal Memorial 5/23/09
The Wolfsonian-FIU and kate spade Present Tim Gunn 5/14/09
Modernage and organicArma live this Saturday at The awarehouse 5/9/09
Modernage, one of the best indie-electronic rock bands to come out of Miami, and organicArma, Miami-based premier live electronic art band, will take the stage during The Awarehouse 2nd Saturday Artwalk event. DJPJ of Remote Controllers and NIGHTDRIVE fame will be opening the night with a unique & eclectic dj set. Also featured this month, Luis Perez Gallery presents fine artwork by Venezuelan constructivist Jesus Caviglia. Expect an evening of extraordinary performances, substantial people, exceptional art.
The Event is Free!
18+ are welcomed.
Modernage info: The indie quintette has toured the US east coast, Los Angeles, Mexico and all of Florida opening for major label acts such as Bloc Party, The Stills, The Walkmen, Magnet, Elefant and Peter Hook. Modernage videos have been on rotation in Mexico, South America, and various US networks including band profiles on MTV3 and Plum TV.
http://www.myspace.com/organicarma
http://www.myspace.com/modernage
www.acustronic.com | www.organicarma.com | www.luisperezgaleria.com
The Black Mangrove Collective presents Future Shock 5/29/09
FUTURE SHOCK!
The Black Mangrove Collective presents Future Shock! a two -day only show with an opening reception on Friday, May 29th from 8-11pm.
In a world caught in a perpetual state of flux, all the more felt by the dominance of communication technologies, Future Shock explores the work of twelve diverse artists who examine the effects of rapid technological, political, and social change in society. The title is a reference to a book written by the futurist Alvin Toffler in 1970. Themes of transience, identity, memory, communication, originality, and spirituality are explored as well as how people adapt to the pace of change at the dawn of the 21st century. The artwork in Future Shock raises fundamental questions about the impact that technology has on our experience of contemporary life. Artists present this through video, interactive installations, decollages, mixed media, sculpture, and photography.
Featured artists include Orlando Estrada, Kiwi Farah, Sam Gualtieri, The Human Observation Society, Cristina Molina, Federico Nessi, Roxy Ramos, Rosemarie Romero, Nancy Trevino, TV, Kacey Westall Keogh, and Mellissa Wallen
138 NW 37th Street
Miami, FL 33127
www.theblackmangrove.com
Melissa@theblackmangrove.com
Second annual True Elementz show at Wall Love 5/9/09

The second annual “True Elementz” show goes down this saturday. A celebration of the Miami Graffiti book release, this event will be a spectacular happening. There will be a graffiti exhibition with dozens of writers painting live, a b-boy battle, and an emcee battle. This is an exciting time for our culture and city, and we hope to see you there.
EVENTS
TRUE ELEMENTZ
http://www.wallove.com/
INFO True Elementz/ Miami Graffiti Book Release
Saturday, May 9th 2009, 11am-8pm
310 NW 24th St. Wynwood, Miami FL 33138
Entry fee is $6.00
Give Mom an unforgettable Art Night CityLoftArt 5/9/09

Hans-Jürgen R. Klemm
I N V I T A T I O N Happy Mothersday !
ART & DESIGN NIGHT – Saturday, May 9th. 2009, 7-10pm
Bring your Mom for a lovely night walk to experience the Design District at it’s best: night, light, music, nice stores, see what’s new in style and get ideas for your home. As a preview, check out and enjoy our brand new website: www.CityLoftArt.com
Discover “The Jules Verne II”, part of the “Tea-Pot Collectors Collection”, one-of-a-kind Artpieces mixed metals (aviation,rocket parts) each UNIQUE ITEM numbered and signed by our artist Ismael Gonzalez.
Appreciate our exhibition: “ACRYLART”, a world of transparent furniture pieces and sculptures.
Come and see yourself how we translate and show LIGHT meets COLOR, subtly transported by our media: Resin, Enamel, Laquer, Glass, Acrylic, Polycarbonate and even Water(-Jets).
And enjoy some beautiful live piano music entertainment with our pianist Domingo Aragu.
– Be very welcome ! –
www.CityLoftArt.com / www.euartgallerymiami.com
MDPL invites you to learn what’s planned for Flamingo Park 5/11/09

PREVIEW EXHIBIT OPENING RECEPTION
Monday 11 May
6:00 pm
Flamingo Park Masterplan
Images of Flamingo Neighborhood Improvement Program
The Flamingo Park Neighborhood Association, Miami Beach Community Development Corporation and the City of Miami Beach – CIP Department will jointly host a preview opening of a Special Exhibit of neighborhood improvement plans for Flamingo Park and Neighborhood Streetscape Improvement Projects.
Immediately preceding the 6:00 pm exhibit opening, the Flamingo Neighborhood Association will convene a brief business meeting, 5:00 to 6:00 pm to discuss special event applications.
The Neighborhood Exhibit presents images of the Flamingo Park Masterplan and Neighborhood Streetscape Improvement Projects for the information of residents of the area – bordered by Fifth Street on the South, Lincoln Road on the North, Washington Avenue on the East, and Alton Road on the West. This exhibit preview coincides with celebration of the 30th Year Anniversary of the Recognition of the Miami Beach Art Deco Architectural District on the National Register of Historic Places.
The City of Miami Beach Office of Capital Improvement Projects is working with architects/designers Wolfberg Alvarez on the Flamingo Park Masterplan which will include removal of the Property Maintenance, a new tennis center, upgrade of the tennis courts, improvements to Memorial Field football and track facilities, upgrade of restroom facilities, community garden, restoration of the historic building, improved pathways and edge treatments, enhanced landscaping, security lighting, site furnishings and other park improvements.
Proposed Neighborhood Improvements include water and stormwater projects to be funded by Water and Stormwater Bonds as well as above ground Streetscape Improvements primarily funded by G O Bonds. The Streetscape Improvement program evolved from a series of recommendations that emerged from resident initiated community design charrettes and City sponsored workshops.
Community Design Recommendations included:
Improvement in the way Flamingo Park relates to the Neighborhood
Increased native shade tree canopy protecting pedestrians from sun & rain
Slow down auto traffic on neighborhood streets through traffic calming
Use street corner landscaping and facilitate shorter pedestrian street crossings
Improve neighborhood connection to Biscayne Bay
Create a pedestrian Safe-way from Fisher Fienberg to Flamingo Park
Introduce Neighborhood Entrances and Pathfinder Signage
Provide pedestrian scale street lighting throughout the neighborhood
Create a strong pedestrian Link from Lincoln Road to Espanola Way to Ocean Drive
Repair, replace street pavement, sidewalks, curb and gutter and crosswalks
The project program adopted by the City Commission includes improvement to water distribution system, stormwater drainage system and streetscape improvements:
Traffic calming improvements to Euclid Avenue with narrow lanes and tree canopy
Extending landscaping and pedestrian amenities along Meridian Ave to Lincoln Rd
Creating Flamingo Park entrance features and School to Park Pedestrian Walk
Traffic calming – crosswalks and landscaped corners throughout the neighborhood
Pedestrian walkways along Tenth Street, 14th Street West, and 13th Street East
Special treatments along Pennsylvania Avenue creating a Plaza at 8th Street
Organizing the parking and swale west of Flamingo Park in Residential Area
Introducing Neighborhood Gateways between 5th and 6th Streets and other projects
All residents of the neighborhood are invited to attend and to participate.
Location: The Seymour, 945 Pennsylvania Av, Miami Beach
Information: 305-672-4782 or email to Denis Russ denis@miamibeachcdc.org
Poplife Saturday with the Jean Marie Live 5/9/09

Saturday May 9th
POPLIFE
Featuring a live performance by THE JEAN MARIE
And in the Red Room LOST DOG with music by DS and Benton
Open Bar from 10pm-11pm
2×1 Cocktails before midnight
18+ | Doors at 10 PM
Online Love: www.nefariousgirl.com
POPLIFE at White Room // 306 North Miami Ave // Downtown
Desiree Bordes at FlightStudio Gallery 5/9/09
Goldilocks And The Three Bears Momentum Dance Company 5/9/09

GOLDILOCKS AND THE THREE BEARS
The company’s final children’s program of the season
Saturday, May 9th. 11:00 AM
Coral Gables Public Library
3443 Segovia Avenue
For Information, telephone: 305-442-8706
Free & Open to the Public.Seating is Limited so Arrive Early
This fun-filled children’s classic tells the story of spoiled Goldilocks who learns a lesson from the three bears after she disrupts their charming home. Featuring colorful costumes and upbeat, character-oriented dance movement, the story is told through dance, music and narration. Goldilocks transforms from a spoiled brat into a delightful young lady after her encounter with the three bears.
Lamborghini Miami presents Dance Icon Crystal Waters Live at Mynt Lounge 5/9/09

www.myntlounge.com
Lamborghini Miami presents Dance Icon Crystal Waters Live at Mynt Lounge
The Cuervo Platino Music Series at The Florida Room 5/14/09

http://www.josecuervoplatino.com/
The Cuervo Platino Music Series at The Florida Room
Performances by Awesome New Republic (ANR) and The State Of
RSVP info@novelcomm.com
Brought to you by Jose Cuervo Platino, The Florida Room, One Fifty, NOVEL, Poplife, Sweat Records, and Honor Roll
Valentino The Last Emperor returns to Miami starting 5/8/09

VALENTINO The Last Emperor
a film by Matt Tyrnauer
If you missed the Opening Night screening at the Miami International Film Festival, you can still catch “The Fashion Movie of the Year.”
Opening Friday, May 8
in Miami at the Regal South Beach Cinema 18
Tickets at Fandango
SYNOPSIS
Shown in film festivals around the world to wide acclaim, VALENTINO THE LAST EMPEROR is a feature film that has captured the hearts and imaginations of audiences.
Directed by Matt Tyrnauer, the film takes the viewer inside the singular world of the legendary designer Valentino.
With unprecedented access, VALENTINO THE LAST EMPEROR follows the Italian maestro for the final two years of his celebrated career, capturing the end of an era in global fashion.
But at the heart of the film is a love story: the unique relationship between Valentino and his business partner of 50 years, Giancarlo Giammetti.
96 minutes – USA – Color – in English/Italian/French with English subtitles
What the critics are saying
“Flawless” TIME
“I am mesmerized. I love this movie.” Jeffrey Lyons, NBC Reel Talk
“Pure escapist fun…” The New York Times
“Amazing… you will adore this.” New York Magazine
“Fused with wit and self-deprecating humor. The film captures the deep-seated relationship of two men” André Leon Talley, Vogue
Pow Wow Pep Rally 5/11/09

WHEN: Monday, May 11, 6:30p-9:30p
WHERE: Miami Beach Convention Center, Hall D
WHAT: FREE party and pep rally with music, food, and drinks
NOTE: Bring ID that shows you are 21+ and live in Miami Beach or work in the hospitality industry.
ABOUT POW WOW
The U.S. Travel Association’s (formerly TIA) 41st annual International Pow Wow takes place in Greater Miami and the Beaches at the Miami Beach Convention Center on May 16-20, 2009. Pow Wow is the travel industry’s premier international marketplace and the largest generator of travel to the U.S. Approximately 5,000 travel professionals from around the world will conduct business negotiations that will result in more than $3.5 billion in travel with much of that benefitting our community. In addition, approximately 300 domestic and international travel journalists will be providing media coverage on Greater Miami and the Beaches.
Please make sure to welcome our visitors during Pow Wow. Remember Miami Begins with Me and Miami Begins with Us!
Art Exposition at 777 Studio Gallery 5/8/09

www.artbyfloyd.com
The Daily Bread Food Bank of South Florida is teaming up with all the post offices all over South Florida to collect cans for the hungry during their annual Mail Carrier’s Food Drive on Saturday, so Friday we will be in front of the gallery providing important information on how you can help end childhood hunger in South Florida. Bring cans and other non perishable foods as we will have a setup to take your donations. Visit www.dailybread.org for more info. Make sure to put out your cans in a plastic or paper bag on Saturday morning for the mail carriers to collect!
Pourings and Pairings with Beringer Estates Winery 5/20/09
Smith & Wollensky, America’s famous steakhouse, will join Napa Valley’s premier winery, Beringer Estates, in hosting a delicious 5-course dinner paired with 4 fabulous wines from the region’s oldest continuously operating winery on May 20 at 6:30pm. The standout menu will include colossal-lump crab cocktail, filet mignon and vanilla panna cotta among many delectable items.
Seating is limited for this event and ticket prices are $125. For Reservations please call 305.673.2800.
www.smithandwollensky.com
Pourings & Pairings 2009
A Year Long Celebration with World’s Finest Winemakers
The celebration continues in 2009, as Smith & Wollensky sets the table for acclaimed
Beringer Estates Winery. You will be guided through an evening of specially selected
pairings—four fabulous wines and four delicious courses, including dessert. Be sure
to visit our website each month for all the details.
Wednesday, May 20, 6:30 PM
Passed Hors d’ouevres
Colossal-Lump Crab Cocktail
Beringer Napa Sauvignon Blanc 2007
Brown Sugar, House-Cured Salmon
Beringer Reserve Chardonnay 2007
Filet Mignon
Beringer Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2005
Vanilla Panna Cotta
Beringer Nightingale 2004
A special offer from Florida Grand Opera and CCE Miami Madama Butterfly 5/9/09

A Special Event for the Cultural Center of Spain
Saturday, May 9th at 8pm.
Sanford & Dolores Ziff Opera House
Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts
In honor of the Spanish Consulate in Miami, Florida Grand Opera has a special offer to see Puccini’s Madama Butterfly. When you buy your tickets with the code CCE you’ll receive a 50% discount. Experience this emotionally charged drama overflowing with some of grand opera’s greatest music performed by a world renowned cast. Don’t miss Florida Grand Opera’s spectacular season finale, with this special offer for one night only …more info click here
Call for best available seats M-F 10 AM – 4 PM at 1-800-741-1010 or select-your-seat on-line today with the special code CCE at www.fgo.org
Courtest of CCE Miami
Miami Dance Festival Finale 5/9-10/09

Dance Now! Ensemble and the Miami Dance Festival present
Best of Now!
May 9-10, 2009
Byron Carlyle Theatre, Miami Beach
The Dance Now! Ensemble and the Miami Dance Festival present an exciting season finale in Best of Now! Through its signature contemporary dance movement, eclectic music selection and diverse themes, DNE presents two world premiers from directors, Salterini and Baumgarten and highlights from its repertory. DNE also presents the premiere performance of Josée Garant Dance, Miami’s newest contemporary dance company and winner of the 2008 Miami Dance Fellowship.
Tickets: $25 general; $20 advance; $15 students/seniors; group rates available
Tickets available at: Box Office 305-674-1040, Ticketmaster or www.momentumdance.com
For more information:
www.dancenowmiami.org
info@dancenowmiami.org
305-975-8489
Official Betty Bangs Fashion Show & Exxxotica Convention After Party 5/9/09

Official Betty Bangs Fashion Show & Exxxotica Convention After Party
For Vip Booking Information Email Vip@Cameomiami.Com
This Saturday night the nightlife pulse of Washington Avenue in South Beach, Cameo Nightclub, invites everyone to come out as they presents the official Betty Bangs after party and fashion show! Come out for this great event that features $2 cocktails until midnight, and music served up by the one and only Mr. Mauricio.
More Info
MOCA Art and Cocktail Hour in Wynwood 5/9/09
Music Video Workshop With Mtt And The New World Symphony 5/9/09

MUSIC VIDEO WORKSHOP
WITH MTT AND THE NEW WORLD SYMPHONY
Saturday, May 9 at 10:30 AM
Lincoln Theatre
FREE, no ticket required
It’s time to see classical music in a whole new way! Join us this Saturday morning for an informal workshop presentation combining orchestral and chamber music with works of video art. Featuring Michael Tilson Thomas as conductor and host, together with the orchestra and four video artists. Israeli artist/filmmaker Tal Rosner, San Francisco digital artist Travis Threlkel, NWS Video Production Director Clyde Scott, and NWS Bass Fellow Jory Herman reveal and discuss previously and newly created videos synchronized to music by Stravinsky, Debussy, Britten, Grieg, Reich and more. Grab your morning java and we’ll see you at the Lincoln Theatre for one last hoorah this season!
This workshop is made possible in part thanks to the generous support from The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation
2nd Annual Earl’s Riverfront Music Festival in Sebastian, Florida 5/23-25/09
2nd Annual Earl’s Riverfront Music Festival in Sebastian, Florida on Memorial Day Weekend – The Biggest Thing in Florida Summertime Blues!

Earl’s Hideaway
405 Indian River Dr., Sebastian FL 32958
earlshideaway.com (772) 589-5700
Earl’s 2nd Annual Riverfront Music Festival
(FREE-FREE-FREE!)
Partial proceeds to benefit the Lions Club of Sebastian’s Summer Camp for Visually Impaired Children (So be sure to bring a couple bucks more than beer money!)
Saturday, May 23:
Raiford Starke 1:30pm
Diddley Squat 3pm
Sean Chambers Band 4:30pm
Albert Castiglia 7pm
Raiford Starke 9pm
Sunday, May 24:
Rev. Billy C. Wirtz 1:30pm
Mike Zito 2:45
Gina Sicilia 4pm
JP Soars & The Red Hots 6pm
David Shelley & Bluestone 8pm
Mike Zito 9:30pm
Monday, May 25:
Steve Thorpe Blues Band 2pm
Big Bill Morganfield 3pm
Cirque Dreams Jungle Fantasy Cast Party at Mansion 5/13/09

RVM Marketing together with the Opium Group & Adrienne Arsht Center would like to invite you to: Cirque Dreams ‘Jungle Fantasy’ @ Mansion Cast Party & Performance
Music by DJ Konflikt & Ron Luna
Cirque Dreams Jungle Fantasy
TICKETS
International Wednesdays at Mansion presents the “Cirque Dreams Jungle Fantasy” cast party featuring special performances by aerialist, acrobats, rolla bowla and many more. Music by residents Ron Luna and DJ Konflikt.
Cirque Dreams Jungle Fantasy Opens Next Week 5/12-17/09

Cirque Dreams Jungle Fantasy
May 12 – May 17
Ziff Ballet Opera House
Direct from Broadway! Cirque Dreams Jungle Fantasy has been “wowing” audiences. This show is the “grandest circus spectacle east of Vegas!” says New York Magazine. With stunning athleticism and explosive imagination, an international cast of soaring aerialists, spine-bending contortionists, acrobats, jugglers, and musicians create a breathtaking and exotic universe.
The Friends of the NWS Present Symphony and Mystery 5/9/09
The Best of Cannes in HD Tokyo sonata by Kiyoshi Kurosawa 5/8-10/09
08 FRI, 09, SAT, 10 SUN 8:30pm:
The Best of CANNES in HD!
An MBC Premiere HD DIGITAL Presentation!
In collaboration with Emerging Pictures
Cannes Film Festival 2008 WINNER Jury Prize!
Miami Theatrical Premiere!
Tokyo sonata
(Directed by Kiyoshi Kurosawa/Japan/2008)
With Teruyuki Kagawa, Kyôko Koizumi, Yû Koyanagi

Set in contemporary Tokyo, Tokyo sonata is a story of an ordinary Japanese family of four. The father, Ryuhei Sasaki, like any other Japanese businessman, is faithfully devoted to his work. His wife, Megumi, left on her own to manage the house, struggles to retain a bond with her oldest son in college, Takashi, and the youngest, Kenji, a sensitive boy in elementary school. From the exterior the family is seemingly normal, save for the tiny schisms that exist within.
In Japanese with English subtitles.
WINNER: Cannes Film Festival Un Certain Regard Jury Prize
Mara del Plata Film Festival Best Director
Kinema Jumpo Awards Best Actress, Best New Actor
“MIRACULOUS!â€-The New Yorker
“BRILLIANTLY DIRECTED… an impressive piece of filmmaking.. further proof of Kurosawa’s assured, deliberate artistry.â€-Indiewire
For tickets
Essential Arthouse in HD Knife In The Water (Nóz w wodzie) by Roman Polanski 5/7/09
07 THU 8:30pm:
ESSENTIAL ARTHOUSE in HD!
An MBC Premiere HD DIGITAL Presentation!
In collaboration with Emerging Pictures
Miami Theatrical HD Premiere!
Knife In The Water (Nóz w wodzie)
(Directed by Roman Polanski/Poland/1962)
With Leon Niemczyk, Jolanta Umecka, Zygmunt Malonowicz

Roman Polanski’s first feature is a brilliant psychological thriller that many critics still consider among his greatest work. The story is simple, yet the implications of its characters’ emotions and actions are profound. When a young hitchhiker joins a couple on a weekend yacht trip, psychological warfare breaks out as the two men compete for the woman’s attention. A storm forces the small crew below deck, and tension builds to a violent climax. With stinging dialogue and a mercilessly probing camera, Polanski creates a disturbing study of fear, humiliation, sexuality, and aggression. This remarkable directorial debut won Polanski worldwide acclaim, a place on the cover of Time, and his first Oscar nomination. In Polish with English subtitles.
WINNER: FIPRESCI Prize Venice Film Festival
“It was the maverick Roman Polanski who emerged onto the international film scene in the early 1960s obsessed not so much with the big issues of the day as with the quirks and backwaters of human nature.â€-Peter Cowie
For tickets
Bombay Sapphire Art Lounge 5/9/09
Bombay Sapphire Art Lounge
2234 NW 2nd Ave.
Behind David Castillo Gallery, Wynwood, Miami
Free Gin, Music, Art Party, What else do you need to know?
Pink Slip Networking Event South Florida 5/13/09
PINK SLIP NETWORKING EVENT SOUTH FLORIDA
Looking for a Job?
Looking to Hire?
Looking to explore your options?
Know someone who is job hunting? (then pass this on to them!)
Pink Slip Networking South Florida Event
May 13th, 6:00 PM – 7:45 PM in FT LAUDERDALE
How to Be 1 in a Million & STAND OUT Rather Than Having a 1 in a Million Shot
* LEARN from a great panel of speakers on how to differentiate yourself in the marketplace
* NETWORK with peers and;
* MEET with Hiring Managers, Staffing Companies, HR Directors, Headhunters & Recruiters
WHAT – Pink Slip Networking South Florida Event
WHERE – Emission Critical, 1967 Tigertail Blvd, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33004
HOW MUCH – Only $5 if you RSVP (see below), $15 if you do not RSVP. Payable at the door.
PARKING – Free and Snacks and Refreshments are included no extra charge at this meeting!
TO RSVP – http://www.PinkSlipNetworking.com/rsvp-sfl.php
or call 1-877-9-PinkSlip (877-974-6575)
ABOUT THE MEETING
There are numerous challenges to today’s job market. Our panel will show you a multi-step process to overcome these challenges, stand out from the crowd and succeed:
Step 1) How to find jobs that are not publicly posted (which is over 90% of all openings!)
Step 2) How to position yourself for what employers are looking for in today’s market
Step 3) Creative ways to actually get face to face with the decision makers
Step 4) How to take full advantage when you actually do get that elusive face time with the decision maker
A number of companies that are hiring will be at this event. If you are looking to hire, are a staffing firm, HR manager, recruiter, etc. contact me to exhibit at no charge.
TO RSVP – http://www.PinkSlipNetworking.com/rsvp-sfl.php
or call 1-877-9-PinkSlip (877-974-6575)
Miami.com Networking at Nikki Beach 5/8/09
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Miami.com Networking at Nikki Beach
Museo Vault Project Space presents Eneida Hartner Elementary School Art 5/9/09
Museo Vault Project Space presents Eneida Hartner Elementary School Art
museovault.com
Nouveaux Fashion Show proceeds for Breast Cancer Foundation 5/8/09
What: Nouveaux Fashion Show ’09
Presented by American Intercontinental University South Florida
When: Friday, May 8, 2009 at 7 PM ET
Where: Hyatt Regency Bonaventure
250 Racquet Club Rd
Weston, FL
Why: The event will showcase the latest spring fashions, as designed by AIU South Florida students. The Nouveaux theme will permeate throughout the show, which will focus on modern and fresh spring looks.
As AIU is dedicated to women, helping them grow personally and professionally, and empowering them, all event proceeds will benefit the locally funded Woman2Woman Breast Cancer Foundation, which was founded by Jacquelyn Gray, an AIU alum and breast cancer survivor. Woman2Woman offers low-cost or free mammograms and helps educate women on the importance of having mammograms and anything else pertaining to breast health issues. To learn more about the organization, visit http://www.w2wbcf.org/.
Additionally, Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz recently spoke at AIU South Florida during Women’s History Month, shortly after announcing her personal fight with breast cancer. Congresswoman Schultz discussed her EARLY Act legislation that will bring into the spotlight breast cancer risks facing young women under the age of 40 and empower them with the tools they need to prevent and fight the deadly disease.
Cost: $10 admission
*100% of the proceeds will benefit Woman2Woman Breast Cancer Foundation
For more information about the Nouveaux Fashion Show, please call 954.446.6100. To RSVP, email rsvp@aiufl.edu
Loose Cannons on the Run 5/7/09
Gamble to Save a Child’s Life Stand Up For Kids Blue Martini 5/6/09

Vitamin C in conjunction with CABA and StandUp For Kids invites you to gamble to save a child’s life. StandUp for Kids is a nationally acclaimed non-profit organization committed to the rescue of homeless and street kids. Thirteen children die everyday on our streets. In Miami alone there are over 2,700 homeless youth. Please join us to benefit this amazing organization at Blue Martini,Wednesday, May 6th at 8pm.
For Reservations please contact
RSVP@VitaminCcomm.com
Art & Design Night Illumination Of The Soul at Art Fusion Galleries 5/9/09

2ND INTERNATIONAL GROUP SHOW OF 2009!
WHY: Celebrating our new exhibition “Illumination of the Soul”
WHERE::Art Fusion Galleries
1 NE 40th Street,
STE 3, 6 & 7
Miami, FL 33137
WHEN: May 9, 2009 (7-10 pm)
Enjoy an evening with the smooth sounds “Lights Down Low”.
Complimentary wine and refreshments.
Valet Parking available by South Florida Parking.
A captivating collection of magnificent artwork is one way of describing our next exhibition entitled, “Illumination of the Soul”. This cohesive, artistic collaboration captures our artist’s inventive ideas & dreams and brings them to life through the use of their brilliant & mesmerizing colors. These daring, thought provoking creations are designed to stir the emotions as well as to challenge the senses of the art-lover in all of us. So join us in these upcoming months at Art Fusion Galleries and light up your world with “Illumination of the Soul”.
Dorsch Gallery nota bene a group show 5/9/09
Dorsch Gallery News 5.9.09
Please join us for the opening of nota bene: Illustrated demons & allegories, stripped of one religion, culture or narrative, are cast adrift and, accordingly, find new haunts. Curated by Tyler Emerson-Dorsch, this group exhibition features work by Rene Barge, Ernesto Caivano, Alyssa Phoebus, Shahzia Sikander, Reeve Schumacher, Patricia Smith, and Nora Woloszczuk of Team Team collective. Please join us for the opening reception at Dorsch Gallery on Saturday, May 9, 2009, 7-10pm. The exhibition will be on view through June 2, 2009.
Guitarists Jennifer Batten and Vicki Genfan to Perform in Florida Keys 5/18/09

Batten/Genfan
Monday, May 18
8 p.m.
TIB Amphitheater
On Monday, May 18, at the TIB Bank of the Keys Amphitheater, fans can experience two of the most critically acclaimed guitarists playing today — Jennifer Batten and Vicki Genfan.
At one point Batten was in 6 different bands, playing everything from straight ahead rock, to metal, fusion, and funk. A major turning point came when she was selected from more than 100 guitarists to play in Michael Jackson’s band, resulting in 3 world tours over 10 years and playing in front of almost 5 million people.
Spring of 98’ saw Batten joining legendary guitarist Jeff Beck, resulting in two CDs (“Who Else,” “You Had It Comingâ€) and corresponding world tours. Says
the Cleveland Plain Dealer of Jennifer’s Rock N Roll Hall of Fame performance honoring Les Paul: “The evening’s showstopper was Jennifer Batten…amazing and technically dazzling.”
Vicki Genfan has captivated both US and international audiences with a unique style that defies description. Winner of the prestigious 2008 Guitar Player’s “Guitar Superstarâ€Award, Vicki has developed a sound all her own.
As Joel Selvin of the San Francisco Chronicle writes, “Genfan doesn’t just play guitar. She also slaps it, tickles it, fondles it, scratches it, tosses it around in her hands and coaxes all kinds of unlikely, rhythmic sounds out of the otherwise simple instrument.â€
Vicki is that rare artist whose live performances are becoming legendary among fans.
Genfan’s newest release is “UnCovered.â€
Vagabond Weekly 5/7-10/09
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The Vagabond
you are no one. you are every one.
Tuesday 5/5/2009 – Stone Groove
jazz . blues . soul & spoken word
live music by 3rd party & dj a-train
hosted by marcus blake
Doors Open at 10pm
Thursday 5/7/2009 – (((SHAKE)))
Celebrates EXXXOTICA 2009
Hosted by The Legendary Kinship Of BangBros.com and GARCIA
With Special Guests Ava Rose . Lexi Stone . Rachel Roxxx . Jayden Jaymes . Sienna West
With Resident DJs Doormouse and Alex Caso
And Guest DJs Ryan Evans and Carmel Ophir
Dirty Hour Drink Specials Before Midnight
Ladies Receive Complimentary Admission All Night
+ 1 Free Drink Upon Entry
Friday 5/8/2009 – Fridays at The Vagabond Proudly Welcomes MIKE SIMONETTI DJ Set (Italians Do It Better)
Founder of esteemed Neo-Italodisco label Italians Do It Better, home to the CHROMATICS and GLASS CANDY – Simonetti throws down as he slays the main room floor. www.myspace.com/italiansdoitbetterrecords
With Resident DJs Ray Milian . Lolo . Mike Deuce. Danny Ashe . UVS . Carmel Ophir . Chris Graham & Guests
Doors Open at 10pm
$1 Stella and Rolling Rock Before Midnight
www.sweatrecordsmiami.com
Saturday 5/9/2009 – The Vagabond presents DANCE RITUAL an evening with “LITTLE LOUIE” VEGA!
with special guest ANANE…
A multi-talented singer and song-writer, Anane draws influences from dance, rock, R&B, soul, latin and Carribean music. This vibrant meld has brought her collaborative efforts with “Little Louie” Vega to the forefront of dance music on an international level, performing everywhere from the dance floors of Ibiza to the Superbowl with Cirque du Soleil. This Saturday watch her translate her musical prowess into a ritualistic celebration of dance.
Also Unveiling RAINBOW BRIGHT’ING The Art Installation of Pamela Wasabi
Vagabond Artist of the Month
Advanced Tickets Available at www.wantickets.com/vagabond
Featuring Resident DJs Shannon . Ray Milian . Ryan Evans . Carmel Ophir & A-Train
Doors Open at 10pm
Complimentary Belvedere Vodka Cocktails From 10pm-11pm
Deco Fridays at The Lounge at Shelborne 5/8/09

Deco Fridays at The Lounge at Shelborne
Club Hell Celebrates this Friday with Satan & Steph!This week I am extremely proud to announce a very special celebration. Please join me and the Club Hell cycling team as we celebrate 2550 miles ridden and $6,788.07 raised for the National MS Society.
Now come pat us (and yourself – you worked hard this week too after all!) on the back with a tequila shot or 7 at the Shelborne Lounge. Drink Specials:
$4 Domestic Beers
$6 Stoli
$6 Bacardi
$8 Chivas 12
Enjoy a free appetizer and/or order from the full menu. $2 parking just north of the Shelborne. Always a party, never a hassle!
Stash Gallery presents P(ART)Y with Aholsniffsglue 5/9/09

P(ART)Y
Date/Time:Sat., May 9, 7:00pm
Price: No cover
Contact Info: 305-992-7652
Location: Stash Gallery
162 NE 50th Terrace
Art, Straight from the Ahol BY RAINA MCLEOD Art, Straight from the Ahol With a beard like tar-soaked cotton candy and a mouthful of 24-karat dental work, Alouishous San Gomma is hard to miss. And lucky for our cultural landscape, the Hialeah-born artist and winner of Colt 45’s Ink the Can Contest produces pieces that are just as loud — his weapon of choice being the pen and his canvas all of Miami. Also known as Aholsniffsglue, this dude creates droopy-eyed characters that pepper lightpoles and brick walls city-wide, but this Saturday, catch his work at “P(ART)Y,†a full retrospective of his career and the first exhibit that showcases Ahol’s works exclusively. “I’ve been doing my thing for quite awhile, and I’ve been involved in many different aspects of Miami, from the punk scene to the party scene to art stuff,†Ahol explains. “And this is a collective of what I’ve been doing for the past 10 years.†At Stash Gallery from 7 p.m. to midnight, fellow party boys José El Rey and Slim Biscayne (the other two-thirds of the ¿Que Pasa M.I.A.? crew) will join him, which means there’ll be no better party than this one. Did we mention there’ll be grilled cheese sandwiches?
Perhaps most notorious around Miami for the cryptic stickers and tags bearing his name that pop up on every light pole, mailbox, bar wall, and bus stop, Aholsniffsglue is one of this city’s most mysterious, prolific, and off-the-wall creative spirits. If you’ve been around the gallery circuit a bit (or have even attended one of the raucous parties hosted by his crew, ¿Que Pasa Mia?), then you’ve no doubt seen at least one of his drawings, paintings, or printworks, which often showcase his meticulous line-work in blue ballpoint pen. If you haven’t, tonight is your chance to catch up, as Stash Gallery hosts a retrospective exhibition. Ahol’s ¿Que Pasa Mia? compadre Jose el Rey mans the decks.
Info thanks to Flavorpill
ESPN Friday Night Fights Live From Fontainebleau Miami Beach 5/22/09

Friday May 22, 2009 (Memorial Weekend)
Espn Friday Fight Nights In Association With Arena Box Promotions & Jaoli Fight Promotions *Night Of Legends*
Honoring Jake Lamotta & Roberto Duran
2 Time Gold Medal Winner Pro Debut Guillermo Rigondeaux
Featuring Erislandy Lara Two Time World Amateur Champion Richar Guiterrez Vs. Antwone Smith
WBA Regional Welterweight Title Plus Four Other Woldclass Fights
Doors Open At 730pm
“Sparkle” Ballroom Fontainebleau Miami Beach
For Ticket Info
1.800.595.4849
Paul Clemence Open House at Hollywood ArtsPark 5/7/09
Metropolis Fitness and Spa invites you to their Grand Opening Celebration 5/7/09

Metropolis Fitness & Spa Invites You To Their Grand Opening Celebration
Ribbon cutting by the honorable Mayor Don Slesnick
10% of memberships to benefit Miami Children’s Hospital Foundation
www.metropolisfitnessandspa.com
RSVP: ronny@theagencypr.com
Miami International University of Art & Design Student Exhibition @ Wynwood 5/9/09
Am Jam at the School of Arts & Minds 5/7/09

Am jam time again this Thursday at the School of Arts & Minds. It is a very well attended live display of the arts involving music, poetry and the visual arts- all manner of artistic expression- from students and professionals alike. It is an open call and all are invited to participate. Last month featured many musicians from around the city, and some from all the way from Chicago.
Thursday at Club 50, benefiting Big Brothers Big Sisters 5/7/09
2009 Cintas Finalist Exhibition on view at Frost Art Museum 5/20/09
Also opening May 20, 2009
What Comes After
Nancy Friedemann
On View May 20, 2009- September 20, 2009
Nancy Friedemann lives and works in Bogota, Colombia and New York. In her paintings, she manipulates symbols that deal with ideas about femininity and the role of women in art history. Friedemann is inspired by Spanish colonial painting styles and Minimalism. In painting these delicate objects in a careful and detailed way, Friedemann monumentalizes them, giving them a heroic place and scale. By re-enacting the process of making lace through drawing and painting, each done with tiny strokes and an economy of materials, Friedemann explores the experience of identity and memory from a feminist perspective.
Frost Art Museum | Florida International University | 10975 SW 17th Street | Miami | FL | 33199
Locust Projects presents Kate Gilmore 5/9/09

Locust Projects presents Kate Gilmore – Saturday, May 9th
http://www.locustprojects.org/
This Thursday- Last LoweDown of the season 5/7/09

Thursday, May 7, 7 – 9 pm
LoweDown Happy Hour
Celebrate Summer!
Featuring a guided tour of the UM Faculty Exhibition by Carsten Meier. Plus live music, light hors d’oeuvres, and cocktails compliments of PAMA spirits and Barefoot Wine and Bubbly; Herradura Tequila, El Dorado Rum, UV Vodka courtesy of AMC Liaisons.
$10 Admission; Free for Museum Members
Mothers Day at Karu and Y 5/10/09
Funding Green Buildings Seminar And Cocktail Reception 5/22-23/09
FUNDING Green BUILDINGS COCKTAIL RECEPTION | FRI. May 22, 2009 | 6PM-8pm
Refreshments, networking, tour of the Metro 1 Properties Green Resource Center followed by 1 Hour Funding Q & A Session with Jan McAdams (The Friday reception is entirely optional for anyone registered to attend the Saturday Seminar.)
Registration Fee: Free for seminar attendees
FUNDING Green BuildingS SEMINAR | SAT. May 23, 2009 | 8am-4pm
Instructed by: Jan McAdams, publisher of the “Funding Green Buildings Toolkit” and fundraising & grantwriting consultant.
Location: Metro 1 Green Building Resource Center | 120 NE 27th Street #200 Miami, FL 33137
Topics Covered:
Green building fundability factors
10 funding agencies to contact first
Step-by-step plan for securing major funding for a green building development or a capital campaign
Strategic planing for securing project funding
Case histories from funding green building projects that secured $5 million in 5 months
Alternative funding sources and an overview of funding resources available via the 2009 stimulus bill
At the end of the workshop you will recieve a certificate of completion
A copy of the Funding Green Buildings Toolkit 2009 Edition
Access to the Funding Green Buildings Online Resource Library (75 Documents)
Continuing education credit and a gourmet lunch
Registration Fee: $245 Per Person. Group Discount for 3 or more.
Location: Metro 1 Properties Green Resource Center
120 NE 27th St. Suite #200, Miami, Florida 33137
863-602-7322
Cocktail Reception: Free for seminar attendees and Metro 1 GBRC members | $10 for all others (complimentary cocktails)
Registration Fee: # $245/person (Group discounts for 3 or more—contact Jan McAdams for details.) To register online go to: www.fundinggreenbuildings.com and click Workshops or visit www.metro1gbrc.com and click programs & events
Logistics: A list of hotels is provided on the Workshop registration page at: www.fundinggreenbuildings.com
Registration includes:
• A copy of the Funding Green Buildings Toolkit 2009 Edition, and access to the Funding Green Buildings Online Resource Library (75 Documents)
• Gourmet Lunch
• Continuing Education Credit
For more information, please contact:
Carl Hildebrand, Workshop Host
Director of Green Building Initiatives
Metro 1 Properties, 120 NE 27 Street #200
Miami, Florida 33137, 863-602-7322
Jan McAdams, Workshop Coordinator & Presenter,
702-407-7888, jan@fundinggreenbuildings.com
Art Exhibition Patricia Schnall Gutierrez & Bruce McQuiston’s 5/9/09
D&G Art and Design Gallery Cordially invites you to join us in our Cocktail Reception of PATRICIA SCHNALL GUTIERREZ “RAW” Curated by Lucky Cancio & BRUCE McQUISTON’s Sculptured Fine Art
Saturday, May 9th, 2009 8pm-11pm

“RED” Patricia Schnall Gutiérrez, Mixed Media on Canvas, 66″ x 66″, 2000

“Lemos Nichol” Bruce McQuiston, Nickel Plated Aluminum/Slate, 24″ x 10″ x 8″, 2008
EXPRESS RSVP ONLINE
R.S.V.P. BY TELEPHONE 305-438-9798
R.S.V.P. BY EMAIL rsvp@dgfineart.com
D&G Art Design Gallery
Wynwood Art District, 540 NW 28th Street, Miami, FL 33127
www.DGFineArt.com
Opening Reception at Bakehouse Art Complex, 2 Exhibitions, 65 Open Studios, Live Music Peter Betan 5/8/09

Join Us Friday, May 8th 7-10pm!
2 Exhibitions, 65 Open Studios & Live Studio Demonstrations!
Live Music from Peter Betan, Instrumental Guitar
Bakehouse Art Complex
561 NW 32nd Street, Miami FL 33127
305.576.2828
www.bacfl.org
The Bakehouse Art Complex is proud to present works from visual art students of Miami-Dade College Kendall Campus.
Life to the Fullest Power March of Dimes event for Women 5/9/09

For Tickets: www.marchofdimes.com/florida
Life to the Fullest Power Event for Women
Celebrities include: Finola Hughes, Camille Winbush, Alicia Quarles, The Miami Bombshells, Sandy Jones
The Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale and Nova Southeastern University Present The Muscular Body as Living Art 7/9/09
The Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale and Nova Southeastern University Present: “The Muscular Body as Living Art†A live art exhibition and discussion
On Thursday, July 9, at 6:00 p.m., the Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale, Nova Southeastern University and the 2009 NPC Southern States Fitness, Figure, Bikini & Bodybuilding Championships will unite to present “The Muscular Body as Living Art.†The special event will be held at the Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale’s Horvitz Auditorium and outdoor Sculpture Terrace in the heart of downtown Fort Lauderdale, Florida. This summer’s event is inspired by the Whitney Museum of American Art’s 1976 live exhibition, “The Body as Art,†which featured Arnold Schwarzenegger, Frank Zane, and Ed Corney.

Photo credit: Copyright www.frankzane.com, used with permission
Photo credit: Michelangelo’s The David. Courtesy of Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale
Ellie Rodriguez, the entertainment reporter for Deco Drive, will host “The Muscular Body as Living Art†– a fun, live exhibition featuring NPC Bodybuilding Champions with commentary by noted faculty from Nova Southeastern University. The faculty will discuss male and female muscular body images throughout art history from sculpture to pop art. During the discussion, NPC Bodybuilding Champions will bring iconic sculptures such as The Thinker, Diana (goddess of the hunt), Hercules (of the Theatre of Pompey), and Michelangelo’s David to life-posed on pedestals. The audience is invited to participate in what promises to be a lively discussion on male and female muscular body images in society.
“Artists for centuries have studied the human body, its contours, beauty, and power,’’ said Irvin Lippman, Executive Director of the Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale. “Now, front and center for the first time, and guaranteed to be a one-day blockbuster, we offer you what promises to be an exceptional exhibition of muscular energy.â€
The event will be followed by an outdoor party with refreshments featuring bodybuilders posing, live musical performances and an extravagant wall-to-wall screening of the Arnold Schwarzenegger documentary “Pumping Iron.â€
“This event will be an exciting pre-event to our 2009 NPC Southern States Championships,†commented Peter W. Potter, NPC National Vice-President & Promoter. “From the classical times of the Greeks & Romans to the present, a muscular physique has been the subject of artists and sculptors world-wide. The participating bodybuilders will exhibit the finest physiques of the present, as they will be in contest shape ready for the July 10-11 2009 NPC Southern States Championships contest.”
“The Muscular Body as Living Art†will be an excellent preview to NPC Southern States Fitness, Figure, Bikini & Bodybuilding Championships on July 10th and July 11th at the War Memorial Auditorium in Fort Lauderdale. The NPC Southern States Fitness, Figure, Bikini & Bodybuilding Championships is the largest, regional national qualifier east of the Mississippi and includes teenage, adult and senior competitors (both men and women) from ten different states plus Puerto Rico. The NPC Southern States Fitness, Figure, Bikini & Bodybuilding Championships is open to any athlete registered by the NPC (National Physique Committee) which is a part of the International Federation of Body Builders, an international amateur sports organization. For more information about the 2009 NPC Southern States Competition please visit www.npcsouthernstates.com.
For tickets to “The Muscular Body as Living Art†and additional information contact Emily McCrater at (954) 262-0236 or e-mail her at emccrater@moafl.org. With advance notice, reduced ticket prices are $20 (will call). Ticket prices at the door are $25. Tickets for Members of the Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale and Nova Southeastern University students and faculty with a valid university I.D. are $15.
The Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale is located at One East Las Olas Boulevard at Andrews Avenue in Downtown Fort Lauderdale.
ABOUT THE MUSEUM OF ART | FORT LAUDERDALE
The Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale, a division of Nova Southeastern University, is open daily 11 am — 5 pm with extended hours on Thursdays until 8 pm. Summer Hours (run May 25th through November 16th) are Tuesday – Sunday 11 am – 5 pm with extended hours on Thursday until 8 pm and closed on Mondays. Suggested admission is $10 adults; $7 students (6 to 17) , military and seniors (65+). College students with a valid ID, children 5 and under, students 6 to 17 with a Broward County Library card and Museum members are admitted free. On the Third Thursday of each month: Free admission from 5 to 8 pm. The Museum of Art is located at One East Las Olas Boulevard at Andrews Avenue in Downtown Fort Lauderdale. The Studio Arts Creative Art Academy for adults and students (grades 1 to 12) offers a 10-week program, taught by professional artists. Courses on painting, drawing, design, art history, and musical theater. For more information call 954-262-0239 or email: education1@moafl.org. The Museum also features a Café Bar, which offers illy coffee, wines and beers.
MUSEUM FUNDING SUPPORT
The Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale is a division of Nova Southeastern University. Funding for the Museum us provided in part by the Broward County Board of County Commissioners as recommended by the Broward Cultural Council. In addition, the Museum is sponsored in part by the State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs, Florida Arts Council, and the National Endowment for the Arts; and the City of Fort Lauderdale.
Serve Her this Mother’s Day – Honor Mom with a Brunch fit for a Queen 5/10/09


Join us Sunday, May 10, 2009
at Angelo and Maxie’s and enjoy…
Sparkling Mimosas
Continental Breakfast
Action Stations
Hot Selections
Kids’ Corner
Decadent Desserts
and a Mother’s Day Surprise Just for Her
Full Mother’s Day Brunch Menu
$50 per person | $25 children 6 – 12
No charge for children 5 and under
Price includes brunch, surprise for Mom, and valet parking.
For reservations, call 305.445.8177 or place your reservations online at www.opentable.com
Angelo and Maxie’s is located at the Mayfair Hotel & Spa
3000 Florida Avenue, Coconut Grove, Florida 33133
www.angelo-maxies.com
Vivid Girls To Host 25th Anniversary Celebration At Karu & Y During Exxxoticon (NSFW) 5/9/09
Vivid Girls To Host Celebration At Karu & Y Ultralounge For Studio’s 25th Anniversary During Exxxotica Miami Beach
Saturday, May 9th Starting At 10pm
Vivid Girl Hanna Hilton, Nikki Jayne, Meggan Mallone, Savanna Samson, Photos courtesy of vivid.com
WHO: The world-famous Vivid Girls and adult super stars Hanna Hilton, Nikki Jayne, Meggan Mallone and Savanna Samson will host a celebration in honor of Vivid Entertainment’s 25th anniversary.
WHAT: A scorchin’ hot party to celebrate 25 years of Vivid, the world’s leading adult film studio, will be held during EXXXOTICA Miami Beach, the three-day erotic expo which will take place Friday, May 8 to Sunday, May 10.
This is Vivid’s first time at EXXXOTICA Miami Beach and it follows the studio’s successful debut at EXXXOTICA New York last September.
The party is the latest in Vivid’s 25th anniversary festivities, which are taking place throughout 2009. Visit 25YearsofVivid.com to view an exclusive collection of box cover and behind-the-scenes photo art online.
WHERE: Karu & Y Ultralounge, located at 71 NW 14th Street in Miami, FL (phone: 305-403-7850).
WHEN: Saturday, May 9th at 11pm.
RSVP: Email RSVP@karu-y.com or call 305-403-7850.
About Vivid: Vivid Entertainment Group, celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2009, is the world’s leading adult film company. Vivid has always placed heavy emphasis on high quality erotic film entertainment and has created wide brand-name awareness through its films and with a licensing and marketing program that extends to advertising, apparel, book publishing and many other products including the best selling book ‘How To Have A XXX Sex Life: The Ultimate Vivid Guide’ co-authored by the Vivid Girls and published by HarperCollins. For background on the company, visit www.vividentertainment.com.
Bass Museum Of Art Free Admission And Florida Grand Opera Outdoor Mother’s Day Concert In Collins Park 5/10/09
Bass Museum of Art
FREE MUSEUM ADMISSION & FLORIDA GRAND OPERA OUTDOOR MOTHER’S DAY CONCERT IN COLLINS PARK

Sunday, May 10 – Free Bass Museum admission 3:00-5:00PM. Concert begins at 5:00PM
Florida Grand Opera will present a free outdoor concert in Collins Park at the Bass Museum of Art on Sunday, May 10, 2009. The concert will begin at 5:00 p.m., and attendees can come early and enjoy free admission to the Bass Museum of Art from 3:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. on the same day.
Cast members from Florida Grand Opera’s current production of Puccini’s Madama Butterfly will perform selections from some of the world’s best loved operas, accompanied by FGO Resident Conductor Andrew Bisantz. The singers will include soprano Shu-Ying Li, who is currently performing the title role of Madama Butterfly, soprano Kate Mangiameli, who performs Kate Pinkerton, baritone Jake Gardner, who sings the American consul Sharpless, and tenor Jeffrey Halili, who performs the role of Goro, the marriage broker.
Please join us for a wonderful afternoon. What a great way to celebrate Mother’s Day!
Bass Museum of Art
2121 Park Avenue (in Collins Park)
Miami Beach, FL 33139
T: 305.673.7530
bassmuseum.org
Workshop at MOCA with Artist C.E.B. Reas 5/9/09

MOCA’s WORKSHOP series of in depth discussions on topics related to special exhibitions presents C.E.B. Reas, the creator of Processing, an open source programming language for creating images, animation and interaction. His work explores the dialectical relationship between naturally evolved systems and those that are engineered and synthetic.
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Opening Kristopher Benedict and Peter Labier – Citygarden and Microscope 5/9/09


Gallery Diet is pleased to announce Citygarden and Microscope, a two-person exhibition by Kristopher Benedict and Peter LaBier.
“Given the sobering adjustments one might expect following the world financial collapse, several weeks ago, New York Times film critic A.O. Scott posed the question ‘What kind of movies do we need now?’ His answer? What the people really need is… neo-realism. … Neo realist films, like other forms of realist art and literature, gain a sense of expository justice in showing ordinary, often boring, deviant or sometimes abject images…â€
For this exhibition, Benedict and LaBier have created a series of works that depict the mundane views, and objects of our everyday lives. In his extended exhibition text, Afterimages of the Everyday, Tom McGrath describes one of the title works, Microscope by saying, “It’s been a long time since science moved beyond what can be seen with the naked eye, and sometimes it feels like the artist got left behind in his studio with his brushes and a lousy microscope.â€
In art, the desire to turn toward something like “realism” in painting might have less to do with reality, and more to do with resolving some very abstract problems in the everyday.
Citygarden and Microscope will be on view at Gallery Diet from May 9th – June 6th, 2009 and will be accompanied by an extensive text written by Tom McGrath from which the quotes for this press release were taken.
About Diet:
Located at 174 NW 23 Street in Miami, Florida Diet represents five emerging and mid-career artists. Diet’s artist roster includes Brian Burkhardt, Charley Friedman, Richard Höglund, Abby Manock, and Daniel Milewski, whose work is exhibited alongside that of an invitational series of exhibitions by artists from around the world.
For more information or images please contact 305.571.2288
info@gallerydiet.com
30 Years Of Excellence A Night At The Eden Roc 5/29/09
Tommy Hilfiger + GQ Introduce South Beach Style 5/7/09

Tommy Hilfiger + GQ Introduce South Beach Style
Please RSVP by May 5th
rsvp@gq.com
More Info
Karaoke Wednesdays at Casa de Tula 5/6/09
Spring Miami Spice 5/1-31/09

The GMCVB presents its first Spring Miami Spice. Many of the 2008 Miami Spice participating restaurants will offer a special three-course lunch for $23 and/or dinner for $36 during May 1 – 31, 2009. Visit the web site for participating restaurants.
www.ilovemiamispice.com
Miami Museum Members Month May 5/1-31/09
{Collected here all the Museum Month offers we have gotten so far. Miami has some fun museums, we recommend you get out and check them out!}
Participating Institutions:
¤ Art Center/ South Florida
¤ Bakehouse Art Complex
¤ Bass Museum of Art
¤ The Haitian Heritage Museum
¤ Historical Museum of Southern Florida
¤ Jewish Museum of Florida
¤ Lowe Art Museum
¤ Miami Art Museum
¤ Miami Beach Botanical Garden
¤ Miami Children’s Museum
¤ Miami Science Museum
¤ Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA)
¤ The Patricia & Phillip Frost Art Museum
¤ Vizcaya Museum & Gardens
¤ The Wolfsonian-FIU
LOWE ART MUSEUM
Please contact Yina Balarezo to join the Lowe Art Museum, or for more information: yaba@miami.edu or 305.284.1540
In addition to the Lowe’s events, for the entire month, The Lowe Museum Store will be offering a 10% discount to all Museum Members!
Lowe Museum Month Calendar
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BASS MUSEUM
Not a member? There are 4 easy ways to join: call 305.673.7430 x 9-1013; email dwolpert@bassmuseum.org; fax to Denise Wolpert 786-394-4029; or join online www.bassmuseum.org
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BAKEHOUSE ART COMPLEX
Join the BAC today!
As a valued member of the Bakehouse Art Complex, your membership here will work as a free pass to any of the other participating institutions for the entire month of May!
This is an incredible opportunity to museum hop and experience the Miami cultural scene!
MEMBERSHIPS STARTING AS LOW AS $45.00!
JOIN NOW!!
Any Questions? Call us at 305.576.2828 or email to info@bacfl.org
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Curtis Lafollette: METAL at 101 Projects opening 5/9/09
Curtis Lafollette: Metal
May 9th Thru June 20th 2009
Public Opening May 9th 7-10pm

DECONSTRUCTED TEA POT
101/exhibit
101 NE 40th Street
Miami, FL 33137
305.573.2101
www.101exhibit.com
David Castillo Gallery presents Gallery Projects 5/9/09

David Castillo Gallery: Gallery Projects
Alder Guerrier, Aramis Gutierrez, Quisqueya Henriquez, Susan Lee-Chun, Pepe Mar, Glexis Novoa, Javier Piñón, Leyden Rodriguez-Casanova, Frances Trombly, Wendy Wischer
David Castillo Gallery
2234 NW 2nd Avenue, Miami
May 9- July 31, 2009
Reception May 9, 7-10 pm
David Castillo Gallery is proud to present Gallery Projects, a group show of new work by gallery artists Adler Guerrier, Aramis Gutierrez, Quisqueya Henriquez, Susan Lee-Chun, Pepe Mar, Glexis Novoa, Javier Piñón, Leyden Rodriguez- Casanova, Frances Trombly, and Wendy Wischer.
Glexis Novoa continues to develop a meticulous architecture in the realm of socio-political inquiry with a site-specific drawing for Gallery Projects. Novoa establishes a conduit to Pepe Mar’s site- specific installation of twisted multicolor fantasy, as Orwellian in its penchant for escapism as the brutality of Novoa’s lilliputian detail.
Dwelling in Novoa’s cityscape and illuminated by Mar’s Technicolor is the loss of innocence apparent, too, in the slippery circumstance of Aramis Gutierrez’s new oil on canvas. In At the Water Park, a pregnant couple fumbles to recapture the woman’s missing swimsuit top. The moment is one of greater disconnect similar to the everyday instances of racial and ethnic discrepancy elevated by Adler Guerrier as a black flâneur in his new work on paper.
Startling juxtapositions also exist as the pedestal of 1950’s beauty is shifted in a sinister collaboration between beauty and monstrosity in Javier Piñón’s Medusa collages, while Quisqueya Henriquez’s collages play with the perceived heightened masculinity of Latin cultures by manipulating symbolic male images.
The simplicity of everyday objects is reassessed through subtle alterations in Leyden Rodriguez- Casanova’s mirrored frame. Frances Trombly examines quality and function through painstaking precision to create the optical illusion of a seemingly typical rope, while Wendy Wischer constructs nature through the delicate skill of utilizing manufactured materials to create a moment of organic serenity. Susan Lee-Chun’s Susersize continues the artist’s theme of redefinition in creating a sculpture referencing exercise equipment and warping standard attention to structure.
David Castillo Gallery is proud to announce its participation at VOLTA5 Art Fair in Basel, Switzerland, June 2009. It also recognizes Leyden Rodriguez- Casanova, a Cintas Fellowship Finalist; as well as Susan Lee-Chun’s acceptance to the artist residency Three Walls in Chicago. In the Fall 2009, work by Aramis Gutierrez, Pepe Mar, and Glexis Novoa will be included in TIME + TEMP: Surveying the shifting climate of current painting in South Florida at the Art and Culture Center of Hollywood, FL. Work by Quisqueya Henriquez, Pepe Mar, and Javier Piñón will appear in a book of 21st century collage published in London; and Adler Guerrier’s monograph will be released by Miami’s [NAME] publications. Gallery artists’ work in current exhibitions include Quisqueya Henriquez, Susan Lee-Chun, and Frances Trombly in With You I Want to Live: The Collection of Francie Bishop Good & David Horvitz at the Museum of Art Fort Lauderdale, FL and Wendy Wischer in Bit, Byte, Dot, Spot: Post-digital Art at the Tampa Museum of Art, FL.
About David Castillo
David Castillo holds degrees in History and Art History from Yale University and the Angelicum in Rome. Since 2000, he has dealt in important Latin American, European, and American secondary market works. David Castillo Gallery opened in 2005 after transforming a dilapidated warehouse in Miami, Florida, USA into a 5,000 square foot gallery, project room and annex.
Bright Eyes free viewers’ choice movie from MDPL 5/9/09
Saturday 09 May 11:00 am
VIEWERS’ CHOICE
The only film series where the audience programs the films! View classic films, recommended by audience members – you might discover a new favorite!
Bright Eyes
Directed by David Butler
USA/1934/83 minutes/B&W

This film is one of the reasons that Shirley Temple is still emblazoned in the minds of Americans today, as Bright Eyes is the film that first brought the song On the Good Ship Lollipop to Depression-era audiences across the country. (Although the song has nothing to do with a ship!) The film features a stand-out performance by Temple, in addition to superb character actors and a broad range of emotions. Shirley Temple’s work in this film earned her a special pint-sized Oscar®, and lasting fame as America’s sweetheart. Free admission.
Location: Miami Beach Regional Library, 227 22nd Street, Miami Beach
Information: 305-535-4219 or www.mdpl.org
Lively Libations with MDPL 5/7/09
Thursday 07 May 7:00 pm
LIVELY LIBATIONS
Join us for our monthly series (first Thursdays) of a blend of cocktails and architecture. We meet each month at a different location for great conversation, fun drinks, and a brief history of the space.
Built in the 1930s by architect Henry Maloney, the two original Mediterranean Revival buildings that are a part of the Angler’s Resort are standouts in the Art Deco District. Come enjoy cocktails in the lobby bar, reportedly frequented by Ernest Hemingway back in the day.
Location: The Angler’s Resort, 660 Washington Av, Miami Beach
Information: 305-672-2014 or www.mdpl.org
Wolf Pack Den Night Pub Quiz 5/14/09
SPECIAL EVENT
Thursday, May 14, 7pm
WOLF PACK DEN NIGHT PUB QUIZ—Join us as the Wolf Pack, the Miami museums, and the Yelp Elite Squad battle it out in a night of trivia, pub food, and Grolsch beer. We’ll battle wits over esoterica large and small, past and present. RSVP requested: 305.535.2631 or rsvp@thewolf.fiu.edu
Wolf Pack Gives Back: Miami Rescue Mission 5/9/09
Time: May 9, 2009 from 12pm to 3pm
Location: Miami Rescue Mission (South of Design District)
Street: 2159 NW 1 Ct.
City/Town: Miami, FL 33127
Contact Info: 305.535.2644, cell: 786-473-4624
RSVP by Monday, May 4th to Attend! Space is limited.
Saturday, May 9, 12 – 3pm
Miami Rescue Mission
Feed the Homeless for Mother’s Day. Since this luncheon is in honor of Mother’s Day, we’ve been asked to dress in red or pink shirts, jeans, and sneakers. Children 14 and over can participate with parent.
2159 NW 1 Ct
Miami, FL 33127
(South of Design District)
If you are interested in car pooling, please let me know.
Would you like to help others in the community by contributing your time and skills? The Wolfsonian wants you! Join Wolf Pack Gives Back to learn, network, and give back to the community. As an added bonus, you can even earn free annual basic level museum membership. For more information: 305.535.2644 or lydia@thewolf.fiu.edu.
Saturday, May 9, 12–3pm
WOLF PACK GIVES BACK—Would you like to help others in the community by contributing your time and skills? The Wolfsonian wants you! Join the Wolf Pack Gives Back to learn, network, and give back to the community. As an added bonus, you can even earn discounted museum membership. The first volunteer opportunity takes place at the Miami Rescue Mission: 2159 N.W. 1st Ct., Miami, 33127, where we’ll feed the homeless in honor of Mother’s Day. For more information: 305.535.2644 or lydia@thewolf.fiu.edu. RSVP required at: http://wolfpublicprograms.ning.com/events/wolf-pack-gives-back-miami.
Nicole Richie Hosts House Of Harlow 1960 Premier at IDAandHARRY: Fontainebleau Miami Beach 5/6/09
Wednesday May 6, 2009

FONTAINEBLEAU Invites You To Join Us For A Special Evening Hosted By NICOLE RICHIE For The Premier Of Her HOUSE OF HARLOW 1960 JEWELRY COLLECTION To Be Offered EXCLUSIVELY At IDAandHARRY
Cocktail Reception 7pm-10pm
Mandatory RSVP to MMG 305.534.7101 or RSVP@miami-mg.com
FONTAINEBLEAU MIAMI BEACH
4441 Collins Avenue | Miami Beach, FL 33140
VIP Invitation Munticultural Networking – Mexico 5/21/09
Ocean Drive magazine & Miami’s Hottest Bachelors Cuervo Platino Penthouse at Cabana One Cinco de Mayo Toast 5/5/09

Ocean Drive magazine & Miami’s Hottest Bachelors
Invite you to The Cuervo Platino Penthouse at Cabana One to Toast Cinco de Mayo With an Exclusive Tasting of Jose Cuervo Platino The World’s Best Tasting Silver Tequila
Music by DJ Irie
Tuesday, May 5th 6.30 PM – 9 PM
Cabana One
3000 Florida Avenue
Coconut Grove
Hosted by: Randy Alonso, Zack Bush, Jordan Fein, David Gorson, Clement Reid, Matt Sinreich
Small – Fredric Snitzer Gallery – Opening Reception 5/9/09
SMALL
Opening Reception
Saturday May 9th, 2009 7:00 – 9:00pm
Fredric Snitzer Gallery is proud to present SMALL the first of three group exhibitions
that will precede the fall season.
Pushing away from the minimalist white cube, SMALL recaptures the intimacy of
artworks on paper, canvas and video presented in a small format.
Exhibiting a diverse group of gallery artists including Bhakti Baxter, COOPER,
Natalya Laskis and Beatriz Monteavaro, among others; the Fredric Snitzer Gallery
converts into an observatory for detail. This small format allows artists such as
Gavin Perry, Bert Rodriguez, Alex Sweet and Michael Vasquez to present new
perspectives on their work. Video works by Hernan Bas and Luis Gispert become
visual portals in small projection.
For more information or images regarding this exhibition please contact the gallery
at 305.448.8976 or info@snitzer.com.
Fredric Snitzer Gallery
2247 NW 1st PL
Miami, FL 33127
Artformz Alternative Is Pleased To Present “WELCOME” Featuring The Work Of The Newest Members Of The Gallery 5/9/09

RAI ESCALE
SIBEL KOCABASI
GUILLERMO PORTIELES
GISELA SAVDIE
Join us for a reception with the artists Saturday, May 9, from 7-10pm
Artformz
171 NW 23rd Street
Miami, FL 33127
Anja Marais has been awarded the “People’s Choice Award” at Sculpture Key West for her
installation “False Security” recently presented in Wynwood, Miami through Artformz Outzide –
Ramon Williams is currently exhibiting at Projects Gallery in “Aqui Estamos” in Philadelphia,
and is presented by Cruselle Fine Arts in the exhibit “Eclat” at Eichler Gallery in Orange, California.
Sibel Kocabasihas curated “Open Air Exhibit” a group show of mixed media projects opening in downtown Lake Worth, Saturday, May 16, 2009.
Alette Simmons-Jimenez has been invited to form part of a large group show including approximately 8 Miami artists with Nicolas Leiva and Tomas Esson, among others, sponsored by the “Centro Italiano per le Arti e la Cultura” originating in Turin, Italy and traveling to other countries for two years.
Rai Escale was selected for the “Fountainhead Residency” here in Miami, and has been working in residence for 2 months.
Chieko Tanemura, and former Artformz artist Roalndo dal Pezzo, have been awarded a Two Person show at the prestigious Konica Minolta Plaza Gallery in central Tokyo on February 1, 2010.
Gisela Savdie has two upcoming solo shows for 2009, one opening at NES Gallery, in Argentina in June, and another at La Cueva in Barranquilla, Colombia opening in September.
Bike Miami Days VII 5/17/09
Writers, Editors, Friends! Bike Miami Days is on Sunday, May 17
Bike Miami Days: Last Event of the Season Returns to Downtown on Sunday, May 17
-Local Businesses, Non-profits, Community Groups to Participate-
Bike Miami Days, Miami’s largest free and family-friendly street party, will return to Downtown Miami for its last event of the dry season. Downtown Miami streets will be CAR-FREE from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm so that people can explore the heart of Miami on foot, by bicycle, on a skateboard or any other form of self-propelled transportation. The event, created by City of Miami Mayor Manny Diaz in November 2009, seeks to reconnect people with the urban core by giving them the opportunity to explore it in a new way. Downtown businesses, local non-profits and cultural organizations are invited to promote their services before thousands of expected participants.
Bike Miami Days is an initiative by Mayor Diaz to promote community, livable streets, bicycling and walking. The event is not a race so there is no official beginning or end point nor registration.
ALL official activities are completely FREE and will include:
• Dance Contests for kids and adults; Prizes will be 6 brand new bicycles
• Public Rally on the Steps of the County Courthouse at 11am
• Expanded Children’s Corner, featuring bounce houses, face painting, arts and crafts
• Yoga and Stretching classes
• Live music throughout the streets, including Classic Rock covers by VIVA, and Latin Jazz Trumpet by Renior
• International Village, showcasing the consulates and cultural institutes of Miami
• Bike Clinics
• Bike Valet Services
• Street Performances by Jugglers, Unicyclists and Balloon Artists
• And much more, to be announced soon.
Participants coming by car are invited to park at Mary Brickell Village for a reduced flat rate of $3.00.
For the most up-to-date list of activities, more information, or to see the complete map for the event, please log on to www.BIKE-MIAMI.com.
Blues & Wine Festival in Mt. Dora, FL 5/29-31/09
~ Mount Dora Blues & Wine Festival ~
May 29th, 30th, and 31st 2009
The historic Lakeside Inn in downtown Mount Dora is hosting the new Blues and Wine Festival on Friday May 29th, Saturday May 30th and Sunday May 31st, 2009! This will be a fun weekend filled with earthy blues tunes and delicious wine! Music featuring Central Florida’s Top Blues Artists such as T Scott TropRockers with blues harmonica Greg “Fingers†Taylor, Apple Mary’s Blues, Jacqueline Jones, Bobby Blackmon, Ruth King Blues, and the Smokin’ Torpedos! Bring your lawn chairs and blankets, sit back and relax!
On Saturday, sample premiere wines from vineyards all over the USA! This event will be held from 4-7pm and is included in your ticket price! The major vineyards will showcase their best for you to sample from booths throughout Lakeside Inn grounds.
Three-Day Event Tickets $48 in advance! Saturday tickets at the door $38, Sunday tickets at the door $18. Three-Day ticket holders are invited to a special VIP Blues and Wine Tasting event in the Lakeside Inn Lobby from 5pm-7pm. Saturday festivities from 3pm-9pm and Sunday from 1pm-5pm.
Tickets available at the Mount Dora Chamber of Commerce, 352.383.2165. For the Lakeside Inn 2-Night Blues & Wine Package which includes two 3-Day Tickets, Dinner for Two and Gourmet Breakfast each morning call 800.972.7175 or visit www.lakeside-inn.com.
DETAILS:
Performing Artists Friday Evening 5 – 7 pm
‘Welcome Party’ 3-Day Ticket Only Invitation
T. Scott and DJ Chris
Wine Tasting Saturday 4 – 7 pm
Performing Artists Saturday 3 – 9 pm
The Smokin’ Torpedos
T. Scott TropRockers w/ blues harmonica player
Greg “Fingers†Taylor
Apple Mary Blues
Miss Jacqueline Jones
Performing Artists Sunday 1 – 5 pm
Beautiful Bobby Blackmon
Ruth King Blues
Rent Money Blues Band Jam
for more info: www.mountdorabluesandwinefest.com
LAKESIDE INN
100 North Alexander Street
Mount Dora, FL 32757 USA
Toll Free 800.556.5016 or Local 352.383.4101
Email: info@lakeside-inn.com
http://www.lakeside-inn.com/
Lakeside Inn is located 40 miles northwest of Orlando, Kissimmee/St. Cloud, Disney World, Epcot, Universal Orlando, SeaWorld and Cypress Gardens. Guests can explore the fun parks from an authentic, Old Florida masterpiece: Lakeside Inn, the heart of Central Florida’s Mount Dora. The 120-year-old historic landmark is rooted in a peaceful, romantic and genteel era yet offers the conveniences and activities of the modern times.
Mt. Dora is known as the “Antique Capital of the South” and “Festival City,” legendary for its throng of boutiques, antique shops and Renningers Antique Center. Many of the little village’s shops have endured for generations of shopkeepers and house home and apparel treasures not easily found elsewhere.
POPLIFE special guest Nick Catchdubs from Fool’s Gold 5/2/09
We’ve got a special guest in the house!
NICK CATCHDUBS from FOOL’S GOLD
Myspace page
He killed it during WMC, so he’s back again to throw it down along with Induce and Aramis!
And in the Red Room LOST DOG with music by Jonathan and Arun
Open Bar from 10pm-11pm
2×1 Cocktails before midnight
18+ | Doors at 10 PM
Online love: www.nefariousgirl.com
White Room // 1306 North Miami Ave // Downtown
Space Presents The Grand Opening of The Techno Loft 5/2/09

This Saturday night Space Miami presents The Grand Opening of The Techno Loft, with the party kicking off at 11PM. For this special event they’re bringing in Maurizio and Danyelino, Sabox, Dsan Powell and Mario Liberti to serve up all the sounds along with Simon Wish of Sleaze Tech. Don’t miss this special Grand Opening event at the legendary Club Space.
Cinco De Mayo on the River at Finnegans 5/5/09
PressitOn Art Gallery invites you to Visions Of Eternity 5/9/09
PressitOn Art Gallery invites you to “Visions Of Eternity”
www.pressitonart.com
Cintas Foundation Presents The 2009 William B. Warren Lifetime Achievement Award In Music Composition To Cuban Composer Aurelio De La Vega 5/20/09
CINTAS FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES THE 2009 WILLIAM B. WARREN LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD IN MUSIC COMPOSITION TO CUBAN COMPOSER AURELIO DE LA VEGA
The Cintas Foundation (www.cintasfoundation.org) will present the 2009 William B. Warren Lifetime Achievement Award in Music Composition to Cuban composer Aurelio de la Vega. The award is named after Cintas Foundation Chairman William B. Warren, who has led the foundation for the last 20 years as is its second president.
Aurelio de la Vega was born in Havana, Cuba, in 1925 and studied at the University of Havana (Ph.D. in Law), at the Conservatorio Ada Iglesias (Ph.D., Music Composition) and, independently, with Fritz Kramer (Havana) and Ernst Toch (Los Angeles). De la Vega settled in California in 1959 and became distinguished professor of Music and the director of the Electronic Music Studio at California State University, Northridge. His vast catalogue of works encompasses compositions in all media except opera. He has been very influential in the U.S. musical scene, promoting the contemporary classical music of Latin America. Throughout his teaching years and in the years since his retirement, de la Vega has been an active composer as well as a lecturer in the field of music. His list of compositions includes symphonic pieces, chamber music works, solo instrumental pieces, vocal works, piano, guitar and ballet music and electronic compositions. Major orchestras and prominent soloists throughout the world have performed his works. The composer has been the recipient of many prizes and distinctions, including the Friedheim Award of the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, which he has received twice. In 2000, de la Vega was honored by the Library of Congress when his graphic score, “The Magic Labyrinth,” was included in the library’s 733-page volume, “Music History from Primary Sources.” Among the music greats included with him were Bartók, Beethoven, Brahms, Chopin, Gershwin, Handel, Liszt, Mahler, Mendelssohn, Mozart, Puccini, Stravinsky and Verdi.
“As one of the best known Cuban composers of his generation, Aurelio de la Vega offers a dramatic, intense and expressive musical style,” said Hortensia E. Sampedro, president of the Cintas Foundation in announcing the award. “We are pleased to recognize the Maestro for a career that spans more than 50 years and includes recognition from around the world and most recently a nomination for a Latin Grammy for Best Classical Contemporary Composition for his piece Variación del Recuerdo (Variations of a Memory)”.
The award will be presented at a ceremony at the Frost Art Museum of Florida International University on May 20, 2009 at 7:00 pm. The public is invited.
About The Cintas Foundation
The Cintas Foundation was established with funds from the estate of the late Oscar B. Cintas (b. Sagua La Grande, Cuba 1887- d. New York City, 1957), a prominent industrialist and patron of arts. Since 1963, the Cintas Foundation has awarded more than 300 feelowships to artists of Cuban lineage who reside outside of Cuba. The first William B. Warren Lifetime Fellow in Music was granted to Bebo Valdes. Past music fellows have included Sergio Barroso, Mario Bauza (Known as the father of AfroCuban jazz), Jose Bernardo, Aldo Rafael Forte, Orlando Jacinto Garcia, Tania Leon and Julian Orbon, among many others.
About the Frost Art Museum – Florida International University
The Frost is an AAM accredited museum and Smithsonian affiliate. The museum is located at 10975 SW 17thSt across from the Blue garage and adjacent to the Wertheim Performing Arts Center on the University Park campus. Its hours of operation are Tuesday through Saturday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Sunday noon-5 p.m. The Frost is closed on Mondays and most legal holidays. For more information, please visit www.frostartmuseum.org or call 305-348-2890.
Spam All-Stars at Kitchen 305 Sunny Isles 5/2/09
Family Fest Free Event at the Adrienne Arsht Center this Saturday 5/2/09

Saturday, May 2 beginning at 11:30 AM
Parker and Vann Thomson Plaza for the Arts
This is the last Family Fest for this season so dont’ miss it!
The next Family Fest will begin on Nov 7th.
Introduce the whole family to the performing arts!
Spend a day at the Adrienne Arsht Center for family fun featuring engaging opportunities for parents and children, while introducing “up-close” involvement in the performing arts. Enjoy family-friendly out-of-doors activities, performances, hands-on demonstrations, mini-workshops and so much more!
Performances:
11:30 AM Animate Object’s Journey to Atlantis – aerial show
12:30 PM Matthew Sabatella and the Rambling String Band – sing-a-long American folk songs
Activities:
Summer Shorts for Kids – acting and hands on activities
Craft Corner – Jungle Fantasy animal masks
Movement Classes – learn some new dance moves
Physical Theater activities – try out acrobatic moves
Face Painting
Costumed characters
Food and Drinks will be available for purchase. For more information, call our box office at 305.949.6722.
Free Parking until 12:00 Noon in Lot C — across from the Center
Cinco de Mayo Pre-Celebration and Fashion Show 5/2/09

Cinco de Mayo Pre-Celebration Party
Saturday May 2nd.10pm
featuring Maria Lepe Designer Fashion Show.
Dinner reservations at Seecomar’s at Karu & Y 305 403 7850
Guest list rsvp@karu-y.com
www.karu-y.com
ARTundressed 2009 South Florida’s Annual Erotic Art Weekend 6/4-6/09
ARTundressed 2009: South Florida’s Annual Erotic Art Weekend

EROGENOUS ART FOR EVERYONE!!!
Miami — Erotic Signature announces its Second Annual Erotic Art Exhibition Weekend, namely ARTundressed, on June 4 – 6 2009. This event will kick off an Art Exhibition Tour in five different cities, featuring the winners from the Erotic Signature’s 2009 Art Competition. The Tour starts with the first exhibition in Miami, and will then travel to Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, and San Francisco, returning to Miami for the closing date in December 2009.
The location for the Miami Exhibition is at The Wynwood Social Club – 2501 NW 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33127; with the Opening Reception at The News Lounge @ the 55thStreetStation.com – 5580 NE 4th Court, Miami, FL 33137
The Event’s focal point includes a presentation of some of the world’s best erotic art, yet the weekend celebration will be so much more. This one of a kind event presents something for everyone; whether you are an art enthusiast or connoisseur; mainstream, or into Alternative and Sexy lifestyles; the collection of the artworks being showcased is designed to literally stimulate all of the senses.
In essence, Erotic Signature’s goal is to make sure that everyone has a spectacular and fun weekend while enjoying all aspects of an erogenous journey through entertainment, socializing, role playing, and interactive participation. Combined with some of the best local and international talents, superstar performers, as well as the support and participation of some of the most prominent organizations in the erotic art community, this year’s ARTundressed will definitely keep everyone talking long after it’s over!
ARTundressed 2009 includes:
Art Exhibition at two locations: The Wynwood Social Club, and The News Lounge @ 55thStreetStation.com
Live shows and performances; Live bands and deejays; Fashion Shows
Art contests such as Body Painting, Live Drawing, Fine Art and Photography
A Silent Art Auction during on Saturday evening to benefit The American Foundation for AIDS Research (amfAR)
The Closing Party: “the GOOD, the BAD, and the KINKY†Ball (Sat. night @ the ELECTRIC PICKLE nightclub)
The Art Exhibition presents:
Over 175 international artists featured in Erotic Signature’s “The World’s Greatest Erotic Art of Today†book.
160 participating artists registered to showcase about 300 pieces in the Art Exhibition
More than 60 international winning artists scheduled to attend the Exhibition.
Participation and installations by Local artists, as well as Masters of the Erotic Art.
Erotic Signature strives to provide strong relationships between all aspects of the erotic art market worldwide. Through various methods of publishing, special events, art exhibition and marketing, our organization works to validate erotic art and call attention to the achievements of this ever growing community, whether it is in music, art, fashion, entertainment, or commerce.
For more information, please visit the following websites:
www.artundressed.net – The ARTundressed Exhibition Tour, including Press / Media registration.
www.eroticsignature.com – “The World’s Greatest Erotic Art of Today†competition and publication
www.eroticsignature.ning.com – A Social Networking Community for Erotic Artists, Photographers and Art Enthusiasts.
Dopplereffekt at White Room 5/13/09
Miami is on fire this May….
Wednesday May 13th 2009
DOPPLEREFFEKT at White Room
Click here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MvF5Xi30rok
to watch the video promo!
Wednesday May 13th 2009
White Romm
1306 N Miami Ave
Miami, FL 33136 – Downtown Miami
Presented by:
scion.com/houseparty
Featuring:
DOPPLEREFFEKT
DISCOBELLEDJS
OTTOVONSCHIRACH
DANNYDAZE
UPROKK
A rare US performance by Dopplereffekt
For complimentary entrance everyone must RSVP to scion.com/houseparty
Dress For Success Miami And Simon Youth Foundation To Benefit From Ladies Night At The Falls 5/14/09
DRESS FOR SUCCESS MIAMI AND SIMON YOUTH FOUNDATION TO BENEFIT FROM LADIES NIGHT AT THE FALLS ON THURSDAY, MAY 14
First time event promises to be an evening of great fun and entertainment
The Falls, one of the largest open-air shopping, dining and entertainment complexes in the United States, presents its first ever “Ladies Night at The Falls†on Thurs., May 14, 2009 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. The high-energy, exciting event serves to engage local women in an evening of networking, fashion, delicious culinary tastings courtesy of Los Ranchos at The Falls, Caldas Rum Mojitos and incredible savings.
Famed South Florida Event Designer and Stylist Godfrey del Rio will present a spring “trend show†that will showcase the latest style looks. Guests will also enjoy interactive makeup demonstrations and enter for their chance to win fabulous prize packages courtesy of participating retailers at The Falls.
“The Falls is excited to present Ladies Night in celebration of local women,†said Julie Goldman, general manager at The Falls. “We are always looking for ways to show our appreciation to the community while giving back to causes we believe in – this event does just that.â€
The event will benefit Dress for Success Miami, a not-for-profit organization that provides free interview suits, employability skills training, confidence boosts, and career development to at-risk women in more than 100 cities worldwide, and the Simon Youth Foundation, which offers scholarships to local at risk teens in every community where there is a Simon mall.
The cost for attending the event is $10. For more event details, please contact The Falls at (305) 255-4570 or visit, www.simon.com.
About The Falls
The Falls, located at U.S. 1 and S.W. 136th Street in Miami, is one of Florida’s largest open-air retail and entertainment destinations, featuring Bloomingdale’s, Macy’s, more than 95 stores, restaurants, cafés and Regal Cinemas. In addition to the anchor tenants, The Falls features recognized retailers including Crate & Barrel, Pottery Barn, Ann Taylor, Brooks Brothers, bebe, Coach, BCBGMAXAZRIA, Talbots, Banana Republic, Williams-Sonoma Grand Cuisine, Cache, Brookstone, Lucky Brand Jeans, Vera Bradley, Origins, Mayor’s Jewelers, White House/Black Market and many other fine specialty retailers. Dining selections include Los Ranchos Restaurant, P.F. Chang’s China Bistro, Hops Restaurant & Bar, Café Med, Macy’s Taste Bar, TGIFriday’s and Johnny Rockets. For more information about The Falls, go to www.simon.com or call 305-255-4570.
About Dress For Success
Dress for Success Miami is part of Dress for Success Worldwide, an international not-for-profit organization that promotes the economic independence of disadvantaged women by providing professional attire, a network of support and the career development tools to help women thrive in work and in life. Since starting operations in 1994, Dress for Success Miami has provided free-of-charge employability skills training & professional attire to over 20,000 at-risk women- truly providing a second chance and a “suit to self-sufficiency.†Visit www.dressforsuccess.org/miami to learn more. Dress for Success Miami is located between Coconut Grove and Coral Gables at 2650 SW 27th Avenue, Suite 100 Miami, FL 33133
About Simon Property Group
Simon Property Group, Inc. is an S&P 500 company and the largest public U.S. real estate company. Simon is a fully integrated real estate company which operates from five retail real estate platforms: regional malls, Premium Outlet Centers®, The Mills®, community/lifestyle centers and international properties. It currently owns or has an interest in 386 properties comprising 263 million square feet of gross leasable area in North America, Europe and Asia. The Company is headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana and employs more than 5,000 people worldwide. Simon Property Group, Inc. is publicly traded on the NYSE under the symbol SPG. For further information, visit the Company’s website at www.simon.com.
Levi’s 501 Charity event Live Art by Floyd 5/1/09
Dine Out For Life – TODAY – 4/30/09

Today, April 30th, over 50 cities in the United States and Canada will take part in the Dining Out For Life fundraiser benefiting local HIV/AIDS charities.
When you dine at a participating restaurant, a portion of your food bill is donated Care Resource, South Florida’s oldest and largest HIV/AIDS community health provider, in the fight against AIDS.
Please make sure to visit one on the restaurants listed below during their participating meal service(s) and take part in this delicious one-day nationwide fundraiser.
OUR RESTAURANTS!
8 oz. Burger Bar
American
Tel: 305-397-8246
1080 Alton Rd
Miami Beach
Donation: 25%
Dinner
Bond Street Lounge
Sushi, Japanese
Tel: 305-398-1806
150 20th Street
Miami Beach
Donation: 25%
Dinner
Bulldog Barbecue
Barbecue
Tel: 305-940-9655
15400 Biscayne Boulevard
North Miami
Donation: 25%
Dinner
Cafe @ Books & Books
New South Florida
Tel: 305-695-8898
933 Lincoln Road
Miami Beach
Donation: 25%
Dinner
Eleven Leprechauns Irish Pub & Restaurant
Irish Pub
Tel: 305.297.7405
3120 Commodore Plaza
Coconut Grove
Donation: 25%
Lunch / Dinner
Fifi’s Place
Seafood
Tel: 305-865-5665
6934 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach
Donation: 25%
Dinner
Fratelli Lyon
Italian
Tel: 305-572-2901
4141 NE 2 Street
Miami
Donation: 25%
Dinner
Galanga
Sushi & Thai
Tel: 954-565-7577
2389 Wilton Drive
Wilton Manors
Donation: 25%
Dinner
Humpy’s Pizza
Italian
Tel: 954-566-2722
2244 Wilton Drive
Wilton Manors
Donation: 25%
Lunch
La Riviera
Mediterranean and
French
Tel: 305-264-4888
5800 Blue Lagoon
Miami
Donation: 25%
Dinner
The Last Carrot
Health Food
Tel: 305-445-0805
3133 Grand Avenue
Coconut Grove
Donation: 25%
Lunch
Lucky Strike Lanes American
Tel: 305-532-0307
1691 Michigan Avenue
Miami Beach
Donation: 25%
Lunch / Dinner
Peruvian House
Peruvian
Tel: 786-260-4312
1851 N. Federal Highway
Hollywood
Donation: 25%
Lunch / Dinner
Piola – Brickell
Italian, Pizza
Tel: 305-374-0031
1250 S. Miami Avenue
Miami
Donation: 25%
Lunch / Dinner
Piola – Hallandale
Italian, Pizza
Tel: 954-457-9394
1703 E. Hallandale Beach Boulevard, Hallandale
Donation: 25%
Lunch / Dinner
Pizza Rustica
Pizza
Tel: 305-538-6009
1447 Washington Avenue
Miami Beach
Donation:
Dinner
Qdoba Mexican Grill
Mexican
Tel: 305-668-3770
5748 Sunset Drive
South Miami
Donation: 25%
Dinner
Shooter’s Waterfront Cafe
American
Tel: 954-566-2855
3033 NE 32 Avenue
Fort Lauderdale
Donation: 25%
Dinner
Table 8
American
Tel: 305-695-4114
1458 Ocean Drive
Miami Beach
Donation: 25%
Dinner
Tap Tap
Haitian
Tel: 305-672-2898
819 5th Street
Miami Beach
Donation: 25%
Lunch / Dinner
Trina Restaurant and Lounge
Mediterranean
Tel: 954-567-8070
601 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Boulevard,
Fort Lauderdale
Donation: 25%
Dinner
Tuna’s Raw Bar & Grille
Seafood
Tel: 305-932-0630
17850 West Dixie Hwy
North Miami Beach
Donation: 25%
Dinner
Wish
Mediterranean
Tel: 305-674-9474
801 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach
Donation: 25%
Dinner
World Resource Cafe
Sushi & Thai
Tel: 305-535-8987
719 Lincoln Rd
Miami Beach
Donation: 25%
Dinner
Annual No Pants Day First Friday in May 5/1/09
{Okay, I think I just found my favorite new holiday! You girls, no cheating and wearing skirts!}

What in the world is No Pants Day?
No Pants Day is a day where everyone, be they students, respectable businessmen, or cherished community leaders, leave their pants behind. Usually this means wearing thick, appropriately modest boxer shorts, but bloomers, slips, briefs, and boxer-briefs all work as well.
20 Years anniversary of La Covacha / Cultura Profetica, Oscar D’ Leon and Harry Choo Choo Romero 5/1/09

This Friday :: 20 Years anniversary of La Covacha / Cultura Profetica, Oscar D’ Leon and Now Harry Choo Choo Romero
BUY DISCOUNT TICKETS NOW AT
http//www.wantickets.com/EventDetail.aspx?e_id=56210
LA COVACHA / 10730 NW 25th Street Miami Fl 33172
www.lacovacha.com . 305.594.3717
Sunfest VIP Party at Forte Martini Bar and Restaurant 4/30/09

Please join as we celebrate “Sunfest” at the all new Forte martini Bar and restaurant on Clematis street.
There will be $5.00 Martini’s,and a special food menu from award winning Chef Mark Liberman.
The music will be from Dj Jean Marc, Adam lipson and special guests.
Forte martini Bar and restaurant
225 Clematis street(corner of Clematis and Olive)
Downtown,West Palm beach
(561)833-3330
http://www.fortepalmbeach.com/
Back to the Garden at ArtCenter / South Florida 5/1/09

Back to the Garden at ArtCenter / South Florida – May 1st
Back to the Garden
Ray Azcuy and Marie Mennes
On view May 1 – June 7, 200
Friday, May 1st
7 – 10 pm
Opening Reception for Back to the Garden
The work of artists Ray Azcuy and Marie Mennes
800 Lincoln Road-Gallery
Opening day for Miami Museum Month
Happy Hour with a Conscience Thursdays at Club 50 4/30/09

Thursdays at Club 50 | Miami’s Happy Hour with a Cause
Experience Miami’s most exclusive after-work destination at Club 50, with a conscience. Every week, 5% of Club 50’s proceeds benefit a local cause or organization. Premieres this week!
Thursday, April 30th | 6.00 to 10.00 pm
Hosted by Clement Reid & Big Brothers Big Sisters
5% of the evening’s proceeds to benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters
Sounds by DJ Induce
Welcome Sunset Cocktail from 6.00 to 8.00pm, courtesy of Chopin Vodka
Happy Hour prices from 6.00 to 10.00pm: $10 Premium drink specials: Chopin Martinis, 10 Cane Mojitos, HennessyCognac, Glenmorangie Scotch and more…
Ruinart Champagne by the flute: $20 Ruinart Blanc de Blancs, $23 Ruinart Rose
Bottle specials from 6.00 to 10.00pm.
RSVP required | Dress code: Business Chic!
Please confirm the number in your party to generationcocktail@gmail.com
CLUB 50 at VICEROY MIAMI
485 Brickell Avenue
Miami, FL 33131
ph: 305.503.4400
www.viceroymiami.com
New Club Space Opens This Weekend 5/2/09
Extra! Extra! 4 Great Reasons Not To Miss The All New Space This Saturday

1. The Terrace Now Opens At 11 Pm With World Sounds & House Music All Night Long!

2. Special Midnight Terrace Set By Louis Puig!
Download Louis Puig’s Latest Mixes At www.Clubspace.Com
www.myspace.com/djlouispuig

3. The Opening Of The New Space Techno Loft Party! With Sounds By Simon Wish . Maurizio + Danyelinoi . Sabox Dsan Powell . Mario Liberti and more

4. Kicking It Now Moved To The Main Room!
With DJ Radamas and Knowledge All Night Long

VICE VENTURES . 20 NE 11 STREET . MIAMI FL 33132
olo World Cup After Parties hosted by Nacho Figueras 5/2-3/09
Miami Beach Polo World Cup After Parties
SATURDAY | SUNDAY
Join Nacho Figueras, Sunny Hale and the rest of their teammates as they host the official after parties at SET on Saturday & Sunday. Complimentary cocktails courtesy of Grey Goose 10PM- Midnight. Experience a special La Martina Fashion Show this Saturday and on Sunday a special Upstairs VIP lounge to end the festivities.
20th Annual ArtServe Encore Awards 5/15/09
ArtServe and title sponsor BankAtlantic are pleased to announce the winners of the 20th Annual ArtServe Encore Awards. The awards program, hosted this year by CBS4/My33 News Reporter Joan Murray, will recognize those who have shown outstanding dedication and support of the Broward County arts and cultural community. The 2009 honorees are:
Dr. Timothy Leistner – Individual Leadership Award
The Seminole Tribe of Florida – Business Leadership Award
Honorable Kristin Jacobs – Government Leadership Award
James Shermer – Arts Administrator Award
Hispanic Unity of Florida, United Way of Broward County, Nadine Floyd & Janie Casoria, Arts Collaboration Award
Francie Bishop Good- Artist of the Year for Community Impact
The John S. and James L. Knight Foundation – 20/20 Visionary Award
Broward County Libraries Division – Special Recognition Award as Outstanding partner and 35 yrs of service
The Moretti Award presented by the Cultural Foundation of Broward will be awarded to Barbara O’Keefe and the Coral Springs Museum of Art.
The winner from each category will receive an original piece of artwork created specially for this event by the 2008 Encore Artist of the Year, Timothy Leistner. The luncheon will take place on May 15, 2009 at 11:30am at the Hyatt Regency Pier Sixty-Six in the Panorama Ballroom. The luncheon will include a silent auction, champagne reception, and live entertainment including performances by JP Taravella ROTC Color Guard and the Sunshine Chordsmen.
Individual tickets for the event start at $75. For ticket information, go to www.artserve.org or contact Amber VanBuren at 954-462-8190 x202 or AmberV@artserve.org.
11:30am Welcome Reception and Silent Auction
12:30pm Lunch and Awards Ceremony
Hyatt Regency Pier 66 Panorama Ballroom
2301 SE 17th Street Causeway Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315
The Diesel Only The Brave Fragrance Launch Event 5/7/09
Get Connected at Cabana One 4/30/09

ALLSTATE, BARTENDER’S SOCIETY, CABANA ONE, PRINT FARM & SOUTH FLORIDA BUSINESS JOURNAL PRESENT “GET CONNECTEDâ€
~ South Florida’s Premier Gathering of Young Professionals ~
On Thursday, April 30th, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., members of South Florida’s leading networking organizations for young professionals will gather to celebrate the premier of “GET CONNECTEDâ€, an event which offers young professionals a platform to network and build relationships in our community. The event will take place at Cabana One, Rooftop Bar at the Mayfair Hotel and Spa in Coconut Grove.
Participating in this year’s event will be the following groups:
v Brazilian-American Chamber of Commerce of Florida (BACCF) – is the largest bi-national chamber of the Americas in South Florida. With the mission to foster business relations and partnerships in order to increase trade and investments between the two regions, the BACCF is a dynamic organization that promotes and offers several activities and benefits, including luncheons with guest speakers, card-exchange events, networking opportunities, committees, business referrals, listings, special promotions, and much more. Our Brazilian-American Young Professionals Club fuses the diversity and livelihood of our local future business leaders and young entrepreneurs, seeking to engage the community in events such as the upcoming Young Pros Summit Event.
v Connect Florida – The first statewide organization of young professionals connecting Florida’s leaders in the 21 to 35 age range. The innovative new program, created by Leadership Florida, assists young professionals in making a positive impact on our state.
v Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce 20/30 Group – The 20/30 Group is a platform for emerging leaders within the Coral Gables Chamber to further develop their leadership and entrepreneurial skills, build their network, and contribute through philanthropic efforts.
v Coral Gables Rotaract Club – a nonprofit service club designed for young professionals and sponsored by the Rotary Club of Coral Gables. Coral Gables Rotaract is part of a global network of over 7,000 Rotaract clubs in about 163 countries, all centered on community service, international understanding, leadership training and professional development.
v Impact Circle of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Miami – Impact Circle is the fun, fabulous & philanthropic membership group of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Miami. Impact Circle is an exclusive group which provides access to unique events & interactive experiences to engage with other young, upscale members.
v Miami Children’s Museum – Founded in 1983, Miami Children’s Museum is dedicated to enriching the lives of all children by fostering a love of learning and enabling children to realize their highest potential. Visitors of all ages are encouraged to play together, learn, imagine and create.
v Ronald McDonald House of South Florida – the members of the young professional group of the Ronald McDonald House, located on the grounds of Jackson Memorial Hospital, work together to engage in the lives of families with sick children.
v United Way of Miami-Dade’s Young Leaders – a dynamic group of caring, generous, successful young professionals who have committed themselves to making our community the best it can be. By actively participating in volunteering, networking, personal and professional growth opportunities, Young Leaders are helping United Way make a lasting, positive impact in people’s lives and in our community. Today, over 1,600 Young Leaders representing a broad cross-section of Miami-Dade’s industries are involved, and the program continues to grow.
v Young Urban Professional Alumni (YUPA) – is a dynamic organization of Florida International University (FIU) graduates who are 39 years old or younger. YUPA provides a venue for young alumni to interact and network with each other for their professional/personal development. FIU has approximately 60,000 alumni who fit the South Florida YUPA criteria. The group was formed in 2006 and consists of young alumni professionals looking to advance in their careers and make the most out of life. This unique group stands apart and shares common interests that many young alumni have today. YUPA is open to FIU young alumni of all majors and every profession.
“This event certainly provides young professionals, like me, the opportunity to meet one-on-one to discuss the current state of our industries and discuss how we can collaborate to not only advance in our field but also help our community prosper,†noted Anthony Bayona, president of the Ronald McDonald House of Miami young professional group.
Young professionals in the South Florida community are urged to assist the first-ever GET CONNECTED event. This event is free of charge. A special thanks to Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse Coral Gables and the Florida Marlins for their participation. For more information, please contact Natalie Leon at (786) 537-0751 or Cristina Tacoronte at (305) 788-0808.
Miami Marketers May Happy Hour at Mamajuana Cafe 5/6/09
Get Luckies Kidrobot Launch Party + Art Show 5/7/09
An Art Show & Launch Event by FriendsWithYou Thursday May 7 Meet the artists + series release!

Hey Friends!
We’re super excited to invite you to join us @ the Kidrobot South Beach store next Thursday May 7th from 6-8pm for the much anticipated release of our NEW FriendsWithYou Zipper Pull Line “The Luckiesâ€!!! We can’t wait for you guys all to see how amazing these are!
There’s more…
This same night FriendsWithYou will be revealing 8 original limited edition prints made just for Kidrobot and shown in their new instore art gallery. Each of these limited edition prints are numbered and signed by Sam & Tury and will be the very first series of prints to have the official FWY embossed seal of authenticity. That’s right collector friends…you definitely want to get your hands on these must have prints!
So come meet FriendsWithYou’s Sam & Tury and celebrate with them and the rest of the FriendsWithYou family @ the Kidrobot South Beach Store located between 6th & 7th on Collins ave. Be the very FIRST to have the “Luckies†and these limited edition FWY signature prints!
Love, The FriendsWithYou!
Thursday, May 7, 2009 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Kidrobot Miami 638 Collins Ave Miami Beach, FL
friendswithyou.com
Refresh 3 year anniversary at Brikolodge 4/29/09
{Obviously, Soul Of Miami is all about the new media. So, we will probably be there. Stop on by! Sorry for the last minute notification, but we just found out.}
The third anniversary of RefreshMiami! We will be celebrating on April 29, 2009 at 7:30PM at the new Brikolodge.
Over a hundred and people have attended each of the past three RefreshMiami meetups and we’re expecting even more next Wednesday for the party. So if you haven’t attended yet, this is a great opportunity to meet the community.
There will be food, wine, beer, sodas, and other snacks and refreshments. We will also be joined by a local band! So bring a friend with you, but make sure you RSVP at the facebook page.
RefreshMiami events are free thanks to the generosity of these awesome sponsors!
Brikolodge
3301 NE 1st Ave Unit L207
Miami, FL
(305) 403-9747
Directions for getting to Brikolodge:
Brikolodge is in the Midtown4 building, on the south side of the building (follow the signs). Midtown 4 itself is at the southeast corner of NE 33rd street and NE 1st Avenue. There is plenty of parking along the street, and several garages a block or two away (next to target or the other stores on S Miami Ave).
Bass Museum Concert – Wine, Women and Song: A Performance of Women Composers 5/3/09
Bass Museum of Art

Concert – Wine, Women and Song: A Performance of Women Composers
Sunday, May 3 – 3:00PM
“Who does not love wine, women and song remains a fool his whole life long,”is an endearing quote penned by Johann Heinrich Voss in the late 1700’s. Soprano Karen Neal and pianist Galina Zavaliy, bring the three elements together for an afternoon of songs by some of the greatest women composers of our time.
Entertaining, informative, and accessible to all, this event will most certainly be a celebration of three of life’s greatest pleasures. Make a date to indulge in beautiful music surrounded by outstanding works of art and top it all off with a lovely glass of wine. Exquisite!
Free with museum admission. Seating limited to first 80 guests.
We gratefully acknowledge the program’s sponsors, Alicia Aixala and Bunny Bastian
Reception following concert, generously sponsored by Mr. and Mrs. Philip Davis and Señor Manuel Amor- Lastra.
Bass Museum of Art
2121 Park Avenue (in Collins Park)
Miami Beach, FL 33139
T: 305.673.7530
bassmuseum.org
Fashion Art Ball at the Fontainebleau 5/2/09

Fashion Art Ball benefiting The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation – at the Fontainebleau. $100 per ticket. 954-739-5006.
Restaurants such as Michy’s and Table 8 will provide the cuisine.
Roberto Cavalli, Luca Luca, and Onda de Mar swimwear will be on display on the Fashion Art Ball’s runway.
Contact Info: 954-739-5006
Sat., May 2, 8:00pm
Fontainebleau Miami Beach
4441 Collins Ave
Miami Beach, FL
305-538-2000
http://www.fontainebleau.com
Finally A Happy Hour That You Can Trust 4/30/09

THE STOP
Really one of Miami’s best
Happy Hour 7pm-12 midnight
$3 wells and $2.50 domestic’s
@The News

Happy Hour at The News at 55th Street Station on 55th Street & NE 4th Ct across from Andiamo Pizza! Come join us Thursday evening from 7pm-12midnight for half off drinks! You’ve worked hard all week, come relax in the outdoor patio!
Sounds by DJs Benton & Doormouse.
Artist Jose Alvarez and Contemporary Art Boot Camp at MOCA 4/29/09

7:30 PM
Contemporary Art Boot Camp offers 1 hour lectures on themes and issues in contemporary art presented by MOCA’s curator of Education, Dr. Adrienne von Lates. Miami-Dade County Art Educators will earn MPP points for attending. $10 per class for MOCA Members, North Miami Residents and city employees, $3 for college students with ID, $12 for all others. Student admission must be paid on day of lecture.
04.29 Topics include: Feminist and Post-Feminist Artists
More Info
Public Wizard and Murk’d Miami Present Back 2 Basics 5/3/09

Back 2 Basics
(Miami Re-Unites)
Event: Back 2 Basics (Miami Re-Unites)
Date/Time: Sunday, May 3rd 1 PM- 8 PM
Location: PS14 – 28 NE 14 Street., Downtown Miami, FL 33132 (map)
DJs: Salami Fingaz, DrasticX, DJ Sharpsound, DJ Tony Muhammad, DJ TMS, Big Eff, Semp Rok, Sire ESQ, DJ Klassik, Anonyms1
Artists: Rahsaan, Seven Star, Omniscient, LMS, A1phaNum3r1c5, MC Thousand, Saheed
Hosted by: Cynic
Cover/ Age Limit: Free for 21+ & Registered Competitors- $5 for Non-registered patrons 13-20// All Ages Event
Other Activities: Open Mic, Chess mentoring & Competition, Dominoes & More.
Register: http://www.publicwizardinc.com/back2basics/
The Miami Hip Hop scene unites at this monthly event for and by the Miami Hip Hop community, featuring great music and actvities for ALL Ages. This month’s activities includes a Chess Mentoring and Competion, Dominoes, Open Mic session, Ultimate B-Boy Cypher, Special guest performances and great summer time vibes by DJs from all around the Miami/Broward area. This event is brought to you by Public Wizard, Inc & Murk’d Miami, in association with Crazy Hood Productions, Dirty Dade Gear, SoFlo Entertainment, Gametag Radio & 305HipHop.com. Also from the extrodinairy help of Drastic X at WRGP 88.1 FM and Tony Muhammad.
Underground Gems: Nimencia & Huma Rojo at PS14 4/30/09

Underground Gems: Nimencia & Huma Rojo
Thursday, April 30th – 9:00pm – PS14
Jam Life Music presents a free concert at PS14 featuring live performances from Nimencia and Huma Rojo!
PS14
28ne 14 st
myspace.com/jamlifepromotions
Back in Miami Gema Corredera and Habana Abierta 5/22/09
FUNDarte presents Gema Corredera in concert
The great Cuban singer, Gema Corredera, will be in concert on May 22nd at the Artime Theater in Little Havana, Miami, after half a year of being detained in Puerto Rico due to immigration problems.

Date & Time: May 22, 2009, 8:30 PM
Tickets: Click here for secure online ticketing
$20 General Admission
1-800.595 4849
Location: Manuel Artime Theater
900 SW 1st Street, Miami
This concert is a fundraising event produced by the Miami-based non-profit cultural presenter FUNDarte in order to support Gema Corredera by covering some of the legal expenses the singer still faces in Puerto Rico and to help her resettle in Miami. The singer will bring to Miami the best of her repertory and use her voice, her greatest treasure, to thank everyone for the support she received during her unfortunate experience with the immigration authorities. She has invited a number of artists and friends to join her on stage, including Luis Enrique, Amaury Gutierrez, Lázaro Horta and Marisena Verena, among others. In addition, a band of local musicians will join her in her in this, her first solo concert in South Florida. The singer and composer Pavel Urkiza will also travel from Spain to support Gema, his partner in the famous duo Gema y Pavel.
BAA/FYI Fw: Happy Hour Brazilian Jazz at Grimpa 4/30/09

Happy Hour @ GRIMPA “BRAZILIAN†STEAKHOUSE where…
The best “CAIPIRINHAS†IN TOWN FLOWS!!!!
Live music: Rose Max & Ramatis
Thursdays Come and enjoy in an elegant and unique atmosphere!!!!
www.grimpa.com
901 Brickell Plaza
Miami, FL 33130
(305) 455-4757 Direct
Get Hype’d for Miami Chamber of Commerce’s Goals Conference 5/7/09
You are invited for complimentary tours and cocktails on Thursday May 7th at The Viceroy (485 Brickell Avenue) at 5:30pm. Come and learn more about The Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce’s Goals Conference and receive a special one time only opportunity to attend the Goals Conference at a discounted rate. There is a $10 registration fee for this event.
The 2009 Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce Goals Conference, May 29-30 at the newly renovated Hilton Miami Downtown, will attract more than 1,000 business leaders to celebrate the Chamber’s successes throughout the past year and develop programming and goals for 2009/2010 Chamber year. This year’s conference will reflect the challenges of the new economy with participant pricing designed to encourage members to attend and showcase their businesses. The two-day Trade Show Marketplace will showcase Chamber members and their products and services.
In addition to celebrating this year’s achievements and creating our Program of Work for the upcoming year, the two-day conference features several opportunities to network and participate in committee workshops, Friday’s South Florida Good to Great Awards® Luncheon; the Mojitos, Martinis and More networking reception; Saturday’s General Session featuring the presentation of the M. Athalie Range, Miami Pioneer for Progress Award to Ruth Shack and the Henry M. Flagler Award for Visionary Leadership to David Lawrence Jr.; and the closing luncheon, Picking Miami’s Next Mayor – 2009 City of Miami Mayoral Forum.
Wine and Shop Event- Grant Thornton, Nicole Shelley, Luca Luca, Galtrucco 5/7/09
Grant Thornton, Nicole Shelley Models, Luca Luca and Galtrucco Request The Honor Of Your Presence At “Wine And Shop”
A Private Pre Mother’s Day Wine Tasting And Fundraiser Benefiting The Breast Cancer Network Of Strength

What: Cocktail reception, informal modeling, complimentary wine and hors
d’oeuvres
When: May 07, 2009, 6-9 PM
Where: 9700 Collins Avenue, Bal Harbour Fl 33154
Dress Code: Elegantly Chic-Red, White, Pink or Black
Advanced Donation: $30
Minimum Donation at the door: $40
(Must RSVP to barbaratorviso@gt.com for advanced donation)
RSVP Deadline -May 05, 2009
Join the Fairchild Palms for the Annual Fine Wines 5/16/09

Join the Fairchild Palms for the Annual Fine Wines
Date: Saturday, May 16
Time: 7:30 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Location: Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden
Visitor Center Ballroom, North Entrance
10901 Old Cutler Road, Coral Gables, FL 33165
Enjoy an exquisite wine tasting paired with delicious gourmet cuisine from top local restaurants. This spectacular indoor/outdoor event at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden includes live music and a silent auction, all for a good cause.
Space is limited to 250 guests. Tickets will sell out quickly. Buy your tickets online now.
The presenting wine sponsors are award-winning Eric Solomon’s European Cellars and “W†Wine Bistro. Guests will have a unique opportunity to purchase the featured wines at discount prices.
Ticket Prices
$65 before May 12
$85 after May 12
Palms members enjoy a 10% discount
Free for Royal Palms members
Immediately after the event, guests are invited to head to the Gastropub at Jake’s, 6901 Red Road, South Miami, Fla., 33143.
The Wallflower Gallery 12 Year Anniversary Celebration 5/14-16/09
The Wallflower Gallery
12 Year Anniversary Celebration
Thursday, May 14 – VIP Cocktail Party & Fundraiser with
Carl Ferrari, Sonido Batido
Raffles, Complementary Drinks & Food
(Flamenco Guitar, Latin Jazz) @ 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. $15
Purchase Advance Tickets Online
Friday May 15 – Ploppy’s Podium Poetry Night
Free Speech Zone
(Open Mike Poetry & Spoken Word Forum) @ 9:30 p.m. Free
Saturday, May 16 – The Wallflower Gallery 12 Year Anniversary Celebration with
The Southwood Project, Addax, Kiwikey,
The 18 Wheelers, Coffee House Gypsies,
Shawn Snyder, Christian Rodriguez, Kuyayky,
Starving Artist Tour, Alonso, Mark A.S., Joe McNair,
Chunky, Serena Becroft, Linx, Interactive Improv Finale Jam & More
(Music, Spoken Word, Live Art & More)
@ 1:00 p.m. – 1:00 a.m.+? $5
Purchase Advance Tickets Online
The Wallflower Gallery is celebrating 12 Years of Art, Music, Spoken Word, Culture and Community Interaction on Saturday, May 16 with a full day fest from 1:00 p.m. – 1:00 a.m.+?
Featured performers include The Southwood Project, The 18 Wheelers, Kiwikey, Coffee House Gypsies, Eric Stinnett, Shawn Snyder, Kuyayky, Alonso, Mark A.S., Joe McNair, Chunky & more. There will be a live art presentation, plus an Interactive Improv Jam Finale!
Come join us to share in the creativity!
An all-ages venue.
The Wallflower Gallery 12 Year Anniversary Celebration
Saturday, May 16, 2009
1:00 p.m. – 1:00 a.m.+?
$5 admission.
Flash
Funk Finder, The Wallflower Gallery
10 N.E. 3rd Street
Downtown Miami 33132
305-579-0069
www.wallflowergallery.com
www.myspace.com/wallflowergallery
Harold Golen Gallery That 70’s Show 5/9/09
That 70’s Show! Featuring: Netherland, Ken Bernstein, Jason Snyder
Opening Reception: Saturday , May 9th 7-11
May 9th- June 5th
HAROLD GOLEN GALLERY
(Wynwood Art District)
2294 NW 2nd Ave.
Miami, Fl 33127
305-989-3359
New (Groovy)1970’s Themed Art at those Old (very affordable) 1970’s Prices!
NETHERLAND
Artist/ gallery curator David “Netherland” van Alphen lives and works in Chicago, Illinois. Though David’s family was from Holland, he was born in Toronto, and has been in Chicago for the last eight years. Being a child of the 70’s has influenced him greatly and is reflected in most of his work. Juxtaposing images, his color choices and the new modern context comes through his nostalgic imagery and helps to isolate and enhance them. David has shown at many galleries throughout the U.S. and sold out his first solo show last January.
KEN BERNSTEIN
As a baby boomer growing up in the suburbs of Miami, the majority of my childhood was spent in front of a television. I sat on the Florida room floor with a fold out TV tray and a bowl of Cap’n Crunch as the only separation between myself and the television screen. My eye sockets were black holes providing the portal for the right side of my brain to absorb all energy and matter produced by the flicker fusion television transmission of Outer Limits, Adams Family, Star Trek, Man from Uncle, Invaders, Shindig, Batman, 77 Sunset Strip, Time Tunnel, Lost in Space and all the other cult status programing.
Due to long term exposure of the Television’s electro magnetic radiation, I mutated into a robotic space probe. The Voyager 1 of POP, speeding in a solar wind through interstellar space to gather information on popular culture.
Fortunately, I have some ability to translate my information to canvas utilizing the brilliant vivid colors of acrylics, so others can see and feel what I see and feel.
JASON SNYDER
Jason Robert Snyder spent most of his childhood on a farm in Pennsylvania, studying his surroundings and formulating ideas of the world around him. he began transferring his ideas through oil paint while attending the Pennsylvania State University as an Architectural Engineering student. completely self taught, through trial and error in the years since, he has developed his unique style and interpretation of reality to what it is today. in each one of his pieces, he uses vibrant
colors and distorted figures to convey one idea about the human spirit. currently, in addition to fine art, Jason is a custom framer at Carmen’s Gallery and Design Studio in Solomons, Maryland, as well as a freehand pinstriper. Jason resides in Solomons with his wife, Laura; his dog, Leia; and his ’53 Buick.
Ja Rule Performing Live At Mansion 4/29/09
RVM Marketing together with the Opium Group would like to invite you to: Let’s Get Physical @ Mansion this Wednesday, April 29th.
Strap on your leg warmer and neon sweatbands as we flash back to the 80’s.
SPECIAL LIVE PERFORMANCE BY JA RULE.
Mansion| www.mansionmiami.com
1235 Washington Ave. Miami Beach Fl. 33139
Guest list and Table Reservations contact: Ryan Van Milligen
305.803.7338 call/text
midia@theopiumgroup.com
Piano Slam The Music Speaks Free Event at Adrienne Arsht Center 5/5/09
Piano Slam – The Music Speaks
Tuesday, May 5, 2009 @ 7:30 PM
Knight Concert Hall
This free event featuring Dranoff International Two Piano Competition winners Maarten and Jeroen van Veen, acclaimed spoken word artists Deborah Magdalena and Mecca aka Grimo, and The Brass King in a classical piano concert. Also featuring performances of award-winning poetry by Miami-Dade County Public Schools students.
Kinky + Pinkertones Jack Daniel’s Studio 7 5/1/09
Jack Daniel’s Studio No. 7
presents exclusive live performances by
Kinky (Mexico)
Pinkertones (Spain)
Friday, May 1st
Private Event
For more information and the opportunity
to obtain invitations visit
JDStudioNo7.com/Latino
21 + over • limited capacity
Your friends at Jack Daniel’s remind you to drink responsibly.
Jack Daniel’s and OLD NO. 7 are ® and © 2008 JACK DANIEL’S.
All Rights Reserved. Tennessee Whiskey Alcohol 40% by Volume [80 proof].
Distilled and Bottled by Jack Daniel Distillery. Lynchburg [Pop. 361], Tennessee.
Spinello Moves To Design District [ Spinello – 101: How To Make A Gallery A Home] 5/2/09

LEE MATERAZZI, “LADDER”, 40″ x 30″, C-PRINT, ED OF 5, 2009
SPINELLO GALLERY MOVES TO DESIGN DISTRICT: 155 NE 38 ST, No. 101, Miami, FL – 33137
HOUSE WARMING RECEPTION: Saturday, May 2nd, 7-10pm
Home Sweet Home. The nomadic SPINELLO GALLERY has officially found a new home in the beautiful Design District (155 NE 38th Street, No. 101, Miami FL- 33137). In what appears to be a pivotal shift within the Miami art scene, SPINELLO GALLERY will be the new kid on the block along side the newly relocated Locust Projects. In honor of the new 1600 sq ft. home, SPINELLO GALLERY is proud to present a house warming reception, “SPINELLO 101 – How to Make a Gallery a Home,” on Saturday, May 2nd, 7 – 10pm, featuring a group show of several Miami family members and friends: Sandra Bermudez, Blackbooks, Lee Materazzi, Christina Pettersson Santiago Rubino, Tatiana Vahan, TYPOE, and Agustina Woodgate.
SPINELLO GALLERY prides itself in exhibiting intelligent works of art in every medium by contemporary local Miami emerging artists. SPINELLO GALLERY has become the playground for unorthodox and experimental artists who don’t easily fit into the confines of the traditional gallery space. SPINELLO GALLERY is steadily making headway in the Miami Art Scene and beyond becoming a contender in the Art World.
Help break the home in, May 2nd, (7-10pm).
Exhibition through June 6, 2009.
Miami Beach Polo World Cup 2009 and After Parties 4/30-5/3/09

Miami Beach Polo World Cup 2009
April 30th – May 3rd
Purchase VIP tickets to Miami Beach Polo World Cup 2009 and enjoy exclusive after parties courtesy of The Opium Group!
Louis at the Gansevoort South
Thursday 4/30 – 11pm – 5am
Friday 5/1 – 10pm – 5am
SET Nightclub
Saturday 5/2 – 10pm -5am – La Martina Fashion Show!
Sunday 5/3 – 10pm – 5am – Upstairs VIP lounge
Complimentary Cocktails Courtesy of Bombay Sapphire and Grey Goose Vodka from 10pm – 2am for VIP Attendees to Miami Beach Polo 2009.
For Ticket Information visit www.miamipolo.com
Louis at the Gansevoort South
2337 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach
SET Nightclub
320 Lincoln Road, Miami beach
VIP Grand Opening of the new White Tulip 5/1/09
Irreversible Magazine invites you to Jerry’s Artarama new Miami art store 4/29/09

JERRY’S ARTARAMA NEW MIAMI STORE
www.jerrysartarama.com
Private cocktail reception prior to the grand opening !
Erick Peguero and his staff are inviting artists, art professors and students, gallerists and high profile art industry people to join them Wednesday April 29th from 6:00 to 10:00 pm to enjoy amazing discounts and refreshments.
Jerry’s Artarama is a one of kind art store… and is now open in Miami! Jerry’s Artarama Superstores provide more than just incredible discounted prices. They also provide instructional workshops, new art supply demos and special art related events, encouraging a sense of community for artists across the country.designers, Architects,
students and art lovers.
Who Artists, Interiors designers, Architects, students and art lovers
When Wednesday April 29th from 6:00 – 10:00 pm
Where 1140 SW 67th Ave, Miami FL 33144 (corner of SW 67th Ave and SW 8th Street)
Guests must RSVP info@urbaniconsmarketing.com
Style Miami – Showcasing Local Miami Designers 5/2/09
Style Miami
Showcasing Local Miami Designers
For Immediate Release: Miami April 28, 2009. Style Miami is a shopping event where local designers showcase their work and talent to the local style-savvy consumer. The event will take place in the lush landscape of Miami’s own Upper East Side garden, located on 7244 Biscayne Blvd, in the booming MiMo Historic District.
When: Saturday May 2nd, 2009 12-6pm
Where: Upper East Side Garden. Each vendor will be set up within the garden under tented areas.
Who: A partial list of confirmed designers include Krelwear, Noble Truth, Green Veranda, Gold Saturn, Funky Urban, Uhma Nagri, Naturally Naked, Clavahead, Bebecito Organic and others.
Cost: $5 each (includes refreshments, please see below)
Details: While the people are shopping they will be enjoying complimentary cocktails by sponsors Voodoo Tiki Tequila and Grolsch Beer all the while savoring food by local Artist/Grill Master, Jason Hedges; who’s minimalist smoker explores the beauty of food and drink and the evolution of mankind since learning to cook – according New York times November 25, 2007 issue. Additionally there will be complimentary mini golf at back 9 in the garden.
Upper East Side Garden is a non-profit organization going into its third year of operation. It features a native and endangered garden center, Back9 mini golf course, and it’s hosted a plethora of events from Janus film movies nights, to concerts by Matisyahu and Awesome New Republic to name a few. This summer the garden will begin a kids outdoor sculpture class, and adult gardening class. For more information please go to www.uppereastsidegarden.com
Contact: Becky Evans and Barbara Alfonzo
Phone: 786-973-6170 – 305-282-6341
E-mail: bsquaredmiami@gmail.com
Website: www.uppereastsidegarden.com
Article – Clevelander Re-Opens on MiamiBeach411.com
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{Greetings, Soul Of Miami Fans! Just wanted to let you know that I got an assignment to write an article over at MiamiBeach411.com about the Clevelander Re-opening. I got to stay overnight and check out the accommodations, as well as the food, and the nightlife. Please go over and check it out!}
miArte Gallery-Favorite Things Art & Wine Pairing 5/1/09
miArte Gallery: Favorite Things
Exhibit Opening Reception
Friday, May 1, 2009
7:00 – 10:30 pm
miArte Gallery
85 Merrick Way
Coral Gables, FL
305.445.2783
www.miartegallery.com
“Raindrops on roses…†so goes the song. miArte Gallery’s new exhibition Favorite Things features an assemblage of works on canvas and paper by artists MANO and George Rodez representative of their favorite pieces.
The artists worked with gallery staff to present a wide selection of works from their most popular collections that have captivated viewers time and again along with new favorites that are being exhibited for the first time. The exhibit conveys a freshness of thought and a contemporary approach bringing together things remembered and new possibilities.
Both artists will be in attendance at the opening reception on May 1 from 7:00 – 10:00 pm.
This exhibition of favorites will be on view at miArte Gallery from May 1 through May 23, 2009.
Wine & Art Pairing
Vinisimo Wines will present a Wine & Art Pairing during the Opening Reception of Favorite Things on Friday, May 1 from 7-10 pm. Ivette Echeverria Perez of Vinisimao and artists MANO and George Rodez will match their favorite wines to the art work based on the characteristics of the wine and their interpretation of the art work. Guests are invited to sample the wines and form their own pairings using the same criteria.
Vinisimo specializes in high quality wines from Spain, mostly, from the world famous Rioja, Ribera del Duero and Rias Baixas Regions.
Vinisimo is located at 2960 SW 22 Street (Coral Way) 305.648.2964 visit them on-line at www.vinisimo.us
Directions: miArte Gallery is located at 85 Merrick Way, one block north of Miracle Mile and west of Douglas Road.
Parking: Off-street metered marking available. Multi-storied Municipal Parking Garage located directly in front of miArte Gallery – use entrance on Aragon Avenue.
Katy Perry and Wyclef Jean Live At the Fillmore of Miami Beach Free 5/7/09
LIV Steve Aoki Dirty Hairy Wednesdays 4/29/09

Wednesday | April 29th 2009 | 10pm
DIRTY HAIRY Featuring
Special Guest DJ STEVE AOKI
Myspace Page
Sounds by CONTRA and DANNY DAZE
RSVP for complimentary admission, List closes at 7pm on the day of the event. info@epoplife.com
LIV at the Fontainebleau | 4441 Collins Ave | Miami Beach
Invite to the Grand Opening of Emena Spa 5/7/09
Yoly Muñoz Couture Fashion Cocktail Party 5/7/09
You and a guest are cordially invited to attend a fabulous fashion cocktail party hosted by Yoly Muñoz Couture Miami.
Join us as we Celebrate Over 30 Years of High Fashion and bring the industry together…
Thursday, May 07, 2009
6:30-8:30PM
2920 SW 27th Avenue
Coconut Grove, FL
Kindly RSVP to: 1peterrodd@gmail.com or Call 305-448-4414
Enjoy cocktails and passed hors d’oeurves as you network with peers and
mingle with friends.
Charity Event for American Cancer Society and AiMIU 5/2/09
JOINÂ THEÂ FIGHTÂ AGAINSTÂ CANCER!
RELAY FOR LIFE of Miami International University of Art & Design
May 2nd, 2009
Midtown Miami Pedestrian Park
110 NE 36 Street, Miami, FL 33137
Relay For Life is a unique celebration of life in honor and in memory of those touched by cancer.
Start a Team
Join us for the survivor lap
Be a Sponsor
Just Volunteer to Make a Difference!
For more information please visit the following link: www.relayforlife.org/miufl
For additional information: Frances.Rodriguez@cancer.org 305-779-2862

Miami International University of Art & Design Students, Faculty and Staff Gear Up for a
Special Assignment in Support of National Week of Service
What: American Cancer Society – RELAY FOR LIFE
When: May 2, 2009 — 10AM to 9PM
Luminaria Ceremony at 8PM
Where: Midtown Miami Pedestrian Park, 110 NE 36th Street, Miami, FL 33137
Who: Student, Faculty and Staff from Miami International University of Art & Design and the
surrounding community.
Additional Info: Miami International University of Art & Design is one of The Art Institutes, a system of 40 education institutions located throughout North America, providing an important source of design, media arts, fashion and culinary arts
professionals.
For more information about Miami International University of Art & Design’s National Week of Service event for the American Cancer Society [Relay for Life], contact Marcia Gomez at 305.428.5676 or magomez@aii.edu.
Sobe Arts Culinary Music Feast With Top Chef Micah Edelstein 5/15/09
SoBe Institute of the Arts / SoBe Music Institute
Friday, May 15, 2009 8:00pm – 11:00pm
2150 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach, FL

A Sobe Arts Culinary & Music Feast With Top Chef Micah Edelstein, Sommelier Patrick Sullivan & Sobe Arts Chamber Ensemble
When: Friday May 15, 2009 at 8:00PM
Where: Sobe Institute Of The Arts / Sobe Music Institute
2150 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach
Join Us For A Night Of Culinary Creativity And The Arts With Top Chef Contestant Micah Edelstein, Sommelier Extraordinaire Patrick Sullivan And A Live Performance Of J.S Bach’s “Brandenburg Concerto No. 4” By Sobe Arts Chamber Ensemble. Large Scale Painting Exhibition By Horst Kohlem.
Only 56 Tickets Available – Tickets Must Be Purchased In Advance (See Below) – Thank You From The Heart Of Sobe Arts!
100% of the proceeds go to SoBe Arts and renovations of the historic Miami Beach Little Stage theater. SoBe Institute of the Arts / SoBe Music Institute is a non-profit arts and education organization with a mission to provide high caliber arts education and performance events in our community.
Six wines picked with care by master sommelier, Wine & Spirits editor of “Dine Magazine” and the only oenophile who has guests all a giggle before he starts pouring, Patrick Sullivan
Six courses imagined & drawn to pair with perfection by high profile/celebrity caterer, menu guru & proprietor of “The Wandering Chef Caterers”, Micah from television’s Top Chef.
SoBe Institute of the Arts is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit arts & education organization. All tickets to the benefit are tax-deductible as allow by law.
Tickets may be purchased by credit card on our website at http://www.sobearts.org
Tickets may be purchased by cash or checkat at SoBe Arts, 2150 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach. Contact Silvia Lorenzo 305.674.9220 to make arrangements or for more information. (Please note: there are only 56 places available)
Purchase directly using a credit card at the links below:
To reserve 1 to 7 places ($200) – buy online.
To reserve a table for a party of 8 ($1200, at a savings of $50 per ticket) – buy online.
Please Come For A Great Event And Support Sobe Arts Mission At The Same Time!
We Will Also Have A Wonderful Silent Auction Available Online In Support Of Sobe Arts. Premiums Will Include A Pair Of Season Tickets To The Miami City Ballet And A Pair Of Season Tickets To The Florida Grand Opera And Much, Much More – Stay Tuned
Cremata Gallery presents Cuban artist Juan Erman Gonzlez 5/1/09

Opening reception: Friday, May 1st, 2009 at 7:30 p.m.
Location: Cremata Gallery. 1646 SW 8th Street. Miami, FL 33135
Cremata Gallery is pleased to present an exhibition of recent works by Cuban artist Juan “Erman†González. By using diverse techniques, this painter has been able to reproduce with vivid images, his visual experiences as an exiled. His exhibitions in diverse art galleries and art institutions have been praised by art critics, as one of the most important promises of the new emerging generation of painters.
Among his exhibitions “Art Basel†(Diáspora Vibe Gallery), “Center for Fine Arts†(Davie, Florida), “Combined Talents†(Museum of Fine Arts Tallahassee, Fl.), “Arts is in the Bag†(Ohio Arts Museum, Columbus, Ohio),“Beyond the Fringe†(Lowe Art Museum, Miami) ,“Unveiling†(Gayle Wilson Gallery, East Hampton, New York) “ Wearable Expressions†(Palos Verdes Art Center, California). Erman’s works form part of the permanent collection of the Miami Art Museum and many private collections such as Carl and Toni Randolph’s and Craig Robbins’. He has been the invited guest lecturer of Edna Manley College in Jamaica, FIT in NYC and Colorado State University among others.
Cremata Gallery
1646 SW 8th Street
Miami, FL 33135
Ph: 305.644.3315
Cell: 305.300.0068
Fax: 305.644.3319
cremata@crematagallery.com
www.crematagallery.com
PALO! at Kimbaracumbara this Friday 5/1/09
Hope you can make it this Friday, May 1 for PALO! @ Kimbaracumbara!
Facebook Invite
PALO! brings the live Afro-Cuban Funk to Little Havana…
FREE ENTRY until 10:30! $10 after.
Free surprises! Ochún in the house…
Click Here To RSVP For This Event via Facebook.
Visit us on the Wierd, Wonderful Web:
gopalo.com – A unique Cubano-Americano Experience!
PALO! brings their addictive mix of Afro-Cuban, Funk and Jazz to Little Havana.
FREE ENTRY until 10:30! $10 after.
Free surprises!
Ochún in the house!
Alfred Browning Parker Auction at Miami Art Space – Oxenberg Fine Art 5/1/09

Alfred Browning Parker Auction @ Miami Art Space (Oxenberg Fine Art)
REVMiami.com Presents: REV Miami III at PS14 5/2/09
May 2 – REV Miami III

REVMiami.com Presents: REV Miami III
PS14 // 28 NE 14th Street, DWNTWN Miami
Doors open at 9pm, performances start at 10!
REV – prefix, as in rev-olution, rev-ise, rev-olt: meaning the act of change, growth, and improvement
Hosting and performance by La Guardia and The Killer Moon
Art by:
D. Nana Designs
Tony Kapel
D. Bauchery
Alejandra Lemus
Joey Explodey
Ask for The REV – shot & a beer for $5
For booking, contact Ric Delgado (305)794-8093
Summit Thursdays at Black Sheep Bar 4/30/09
April 30 – Summit Thursdays @ Black Sheep Bar

Summit Thursdays
Black Sheep Bar (721 Lincoln Lane, South Beach)
LIVE MUSIC, NO COVER
Hosted by Benjamin (Theater de Underground) – Featuring his Original Poetry
The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County welcomed Miami resident Toya LaRenn as its one-millionth patron at the April 16, 2009 performance by Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
Adrienne Arsht Center For The Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County Introduces Its One-Millionth Patron To South Florida

Miami resident Toya LaRenn made Miami history on April 16, 2009 when she became the one-millionth patron to visit the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County. Upon entering the Sanford and Dolores Ziff Ballet Opera House for that evening’s performance by the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, Ms. LaRenn was notified of this milestone and invited to join M. John Richard, President and CEO of the Adrienne Arsht Center, in upgraded seats. She was also awarded a Supporting Level membership to the Adrienne Arsht Center and a subscription to the 2009-2010 RRA-Broadway Across America Miami series.
On April 20, Ms. LaRenn was introduced to the community during a special luncheon to announce the upcoming RRA-Broadway Across America series. Mr. Richard presented Ms. LaRenn with an oversized ticket commemorating her as the Center’s one-millionth guest.
“To think that we have welcomed one million people in such a short span speaks to the Adrienne Arsht Center’s extraordinary reach and broad-based community support,†said Mr. Richard. “Going forward, we are committed to driving new audiences to our diverse programs and events so as to unite South Florida through the performing arts. That
community spirit is what this Center was built for, and it’s what will drive our next million patrons through our doors.â€
Guests at the April 20th event were treated to a surprise performance by Montego Glover, who previously starred in the Broadway production of the hit musical The Color Purple. The luncheon also featured a sneak-preview of the 2009-2010 RRA-Broadway Across America Miami season, which will feature The Color Purple, October 27-November 1, 2009; 101 Dalmatians, December 30, 2009-January 3, 2010; Wicked, March 3-21, 2010; Mamma Mia!, March 30-April 4, 2010; and Spring Awakening, May 11-16, 2010. In addition to these hit musicals, the season will also include The Walworth Farce (November 4-7, 2009) and a dynamic performance by Broadway icon Brian Stokes Mitchell (December 12, 2009).
For tickets and membership information, please visit www.arshtcenter.org.
About the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County
The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County is one of the world’s leading performing arts organizations and venues. After opening its doors in 2006, the Adrienne Arsht Center has emerged as a cornerstone for the ongoing revitalization of downtown Miami’s urban core. Powered by a variety of theatrical, musical and educational programs, the Center offers world-class entertainment almost every day of the week. For more information, visit www.arshtcenter.org.
Miami Downtown Development Authority and the City of Miami Celebrate the Re-Opening of Paul S. Walker Park 4/28/09
Tuesday, April 28th @ 10:00 a.m.
Miami Downtown Development Authority and the City of Miami Celebrate the Re-Opening of Paul S. Walker Park
Three New ‘Pocket Parks’ Make Downtown More Pedestrian-Friendly and Enhance Livability
WHAT: Miami Downtown Development Authority and the City of Miami hold dedication ceremony in celebration of Downtown’s newest green space, Paul S. Walker Urbanscape.
The re-opening of Paul S. Walker Urbanscape marks the culmination of three new “pocket parks†in Downtown’s Central Business District, which are part of the DDA’s larger beautification program to create a more pedestrian-friendly environment and improve the quality of life in Downtown.
The DDA invested more than $350,000 to restore these parks, introducing approximately 23,000 sq. ft. of green space into Downtown.
Immediately following the dedication, on-site samplings by neighboring restaurants will take place at Paul S. Walker Park. Entertainment and live music performances at each of the three new mini parks will liven up the lunch hour for all to enjoy.
WHO: Remarks will be made by Mayor Manny Diaz, Commissioner Joe Sanchez, Commissioner Marc Sarnoff, City Manager Pete Hernandez, and Miami DDA Executive Director Alyce Robertson, who will all speak to the impact that creating more green spaces will have to enhance the livability in Downtown.
WHEN: Tuesday, April 28th – Dedication Ceremony at Paul S. Walker Urbanscape @ 10 a.m.
Music and entertainment at all three parks until 1:30 p.m. (all within walking distance; map embedded below)
WHERE: Paul S. Walker Urbanscape (46 W. Flagler St.)
Thirty years ago, the original park space (named after former DDA board member and community leader) was leased by the City and replaced with a building that since became rundown and dilapidated.
Joan Lehman Sculpture Plaza (Flagler St. at SW 1st Ave)
Previously closed off to the public, the Joan Lehman Sculpture Plaza now features enhanced pedestrian access with park benches, meandering pathways, and newly planted trees.
Robert F. Clark Plaza (NW 1st Avenue and NW 1st Street)
Also once removed from the public right-of-way, this pocket park was restored and enhanced with pedestrian-friendly features.
CANCELLED – Shine @ The Shelborne Dave Seaman & Jon Cowan 5/23/09
Unfortunately, this show has been cancelled.

Memorial Weekend House Party On The Beach
Shine @ The Shelborne Post Wmc Party
Dave Seaman And Jon Cowan
10 Pm – 5 Am
1801 Collins Ave.
New House Music, New Lights And Sound A New Experience
Bottle Service: Shine@Shelborne.Com
Info Line: 305 341 1455
Advance Tickets: $15.00 www.wantickets.com/shine
Join FBCCRF for a VIP Mother’s Day Preview Party at Sara Mique 5/9/09
FBCCRF Event for Mother’s Day at Jungle Island 5/10/09
Give Mom a day to Remember!
Treat Mom and the Family to a day of relaxation and fun, all while helping raise funds to end breast cancer!
May 10, 2009 – 10:00am – 6:00pm
See spectacular shows: Winged Wonders, our world famous bird show; and Tale of the Tiger with awesome tigers and much more. Our newest attraction is “Gator X-treme” brings man face-to-face with alligators in a thrilling encounter both in the water and out and Much, Much More at Jungle Island.
1111 Parrot Jungle Trail, Miami
305-400-7000
1-395 Macarthur Causeway Between Miami Beach and Downtown Miami
www.jungleisland.com
With a coupon all Florida Breast Cancer Coalition Research Foundation (FBCCRF) Supporters will receive Special Rates
Adults $24.00 plus tax
Children (3-10) $18.00 plus tax 2 and under are free
Parking is $7.00 per car
50% of all tickets sold with coupon will be donated to FBCCRF
For more information visit www.floridabreastcancer.org
Jazz & Blues Florida Weekly Schedule 4/27-5/3/09
All the info at Jazz & Blues Florida
Tuesday, April 28: Boston’s on the Beach, Delray Beach: Blue Tuesday w/ Famous Frank Ward w/ The Nucklebusters and Special Guest Sarasota Slim host WE-BE GOING TO WANEE ENTRY NIGHT
Wednesday, April 29: Bourbon Steak Restaurant: The Fairmont Turnberry Isle, Aventura; Rebecca & Tim Duo
Thursday, April 30: Leonardo’s 706, Gainesville; The Marty Liquori Jazztet
Friday, May 1: South Shores Tavern, Lake Worth: The Blues Dragon
Saturday, May 2: Web Radio: Stu Grant Hosts “Jazz Impressions” 6-9pm WXEL.org
Bourbon Street Restaurant & Music Hall, The Villages; Beautiful Bobby Blackmon
Sunday, May 3: Web Radio Morning: Ed Blanco Hosts “Jazz Cafe'” 7-9am, WDNA.org (live)
Earl’s Hideaway, Sebastian: 1-5pm, Jimmy Thackery and The Drivers host another WE-BE GOING TO WANEE ENTRY DAY
The Consulate General of Japan, Alliance Francaise de Miami present Japanese Cultural Week 5/11-16/09
The Consulate General of Japan, in partnership with the Alliance Francaise de Miami invite you to experience Japanese culture at the Alliance Francaise de Miami from May 11th to May 16th.
WHAT: Experience Japanese culture at JAPAN CULTURE WEEK, to be held at the Alliance Francaise de Miami on May 11th – 16th, 2009. The Consulate General of Japan, in partnership with the Alliance Francaise de Miami, organized this week-long celebration to share Japan’s traditional and contemporary culture with the South Florida community. Activities and exhibitions will highlight the best in Japanese art, music, photography, dance, fashion, martial arts, anime, robot technology, and cuisine.
WHEN: May 11th – 16th, 2009 JAPAN CULTURE WEEK is FREE and open to the public.
WHERE: The Alliance Francaise de Miami 618 SW 8th Street, Miami, FL. 33130 (305) 859-8760
CONTACT: Natali Garcia-Diaz Philippe Timon info@cgjmia.org / (305) 530-9090 ext. 142 ptimon@afmiami.org / (305) 859-8760
JAPAN CULTURE WEEK visitors will enjoy a variety of musical performances, film screenings, martial arts demonstrations, art displays, ikebana flower-arrangement workshops, video game competitions, cultural lectures and more. Discover Japanese crafts such as calligraphy, block origami, and candy art. Feel the sound and power of taiko drums. Learn the history of Kaiju figures and Zen Buddhism. Explore the world of pop Japanese fashion and cosplay through fabulous modern kimono and costume shows.
During JAPAN CULTURE WEEK, chefs will compete for the honor of Florida’s top sushi chef live on stage in the SushiMasters Florida Regional Competition. Attendees of this competition can sample delicious Japanese and Asian-fusion delicacies.
Also, the Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens will host an evening full of wonderful activities designed with the museum in mind. Visitors will witness a special tea ceremony presentation and are invited to participate in an exclusive raffle and receive coupons for discounts in admission – courtesy of the Morikami Museum.
For more information about JAPAN CULTURE WEEK and a complete schedule of activities, please contact (305) 530-9090 or visit http://www.miami.us.emb-japan.go.jp/JapanWeek09.html
“Parlez-vous français ?” Cabaret-Concert by French Artist Frederic STROUCK 5/1/09
“Parlez-vous français ?”
Cabaret-Concert by French Artist Frederic STROUCK
The incredible adventure of a French teacher who decided to go and live his american dream. The evolution of his teenage point of view make him face today’s US reality … The tone is very humoristic and the show is based on a recital of French tunes that became worldwide hits (My way, Beyond the sea, What now my love, where do I begin, …)
General Admission: $15 / $10 for members
Frédéric Strouck’s career has been far from typical. After studying science and armed with a passion for lighting design, he began by studying cinema in view of becoming a director of photography. Simultaneously, he taught himself the piano and started composing his first songs. Increasingly interested by the relationship between music and dramatic art and the use of music in film and opera, the works of composers including Stephen Sondheim and Claude-Michel Schönberg inevitably led him to what was to become a passion for musical theatre.
Encouraged by a friend and never having considered himself as a singer, Frédéric auditioned for the 1996 production of FAME, played the part of Nick Piazza and went on to perform in shows including: PIAF JE T’AIME, HAIR, the German production of LES MISERABLES and spent five years with Jerome Savary’s company at the Opera Comique. During this time, he continued his career as a composer, writing various jingles and theme-tunes and in 2000, was commissioned by Pascal Pistone to orchestrate his contemporary musical PETER. With co-author Grégory Blot-Rudolph, he began to write and their first musical LES 7 PECHES CAPTEAUX based on a concept of song parodies in a super-market, was performed at the Gymnase Marie Bell theatre, Paris in May 2004. Following interest from television companies, Frédéric and Gregory were soon invited to adapt the show into what became SOAPERETTE, a series of short musical programs that were to invent a new kind of “fictional-variety†show! Directed by Gilles Amado, the series was aired on FOX-Life, NRJ12 and PLUG-RTL in 2007 and 2008. Working as actor, author and musical director on the show not only furthered Frédéric’s already multi-facetted career but also led to him being asked to direct Marie Orlandi’s performance as Piaf at the Olympia Theatre, Paris in July 2007.
Frédéric Strouck a un parcours artistique assez alambiqué. Après des études scientifiques, passionné par la lumière, il s’engage dans des études de cinéma dans le but de devenir directeur de la photographie. En parallèle, presque par bravade, il se met au piano et commence, en autodidacte, à composer ses premières chansons. Extrêmement intéressé par les rapports qu’entretiennent la musique et la dramaturgie, il va s’orienter vers les musiques qui sont au service d’une intrigue et les intrigues qui servent la musique (l’opéra, la musique de films,…) C’est assez naturellement qu’il découvre l’univers de la comédie musicale anglo-saxonne pour lequel il aura une attirance démesurée : associant la richesse d’univers musicaux des plus hétéroclites à une certaine forme d’emphase et un fort rapport à l’intrigue, il reçoit comme un éléctro-choc l’écoute des spectacles de Stephen Sondheim ou de Claude-Michel Schönberg. Poussé par une amie, il se décide, alors qu’il ne se considère pas comme un chanteur, à passer une audition pour le spectacle ” Fame ” en 1996, il sera engagé pour le rôle de Nick Piazza et enchainera alors en tant qu’interprète des spectacles comme ” Piaf, je t’aime “, ” Hair “, ” Les Misérables ” (en Allemagne), puis intégrera la troupe de Jérôme Savary à l’Opéra Comique pendant 5 ans. En parallèle, il poursuit son parcours de compositeur en écrivant quelques génériques et jingles pour la radio et se met à l’orchestration symphonique sur la commande d’arrangements de Pascal Pistone et de sa comédie musicale contemporaine ” Peter ” en 2000. Il se lance alors dans l’écriture et c’est avec son co-auteur complice Grégory Blot-Rudolph qu’il accouche du spectacle musical ” Les 7 Péchés Capitaux ” qui sera joué au théâtre du Gymnase Marie Bell à paris en Mai 2004. Le concept du spectacle qui repose sur la contextualisation de parodies de chanson dans une intrigue sous forme de huis clos dans un supermarché intéresse alors la télévision. Avec Grégory, il adapte le concept de leur pièce pour créer ” Soaperette “. Ce programme court musical qui invente la ” variété-fiction ” sera réalisé par Gilles Amado et diffusé courant 2007/2008 sur les chaines FOX-Life, NRJ12, et PLUG-RTL. Cette expérience multiplie encore ses casquettes en le faisant travailler en tant qu’auteur, interprète, mais lui demande également de gérer l’artistique et la direction musicale. On lui propose alors de diriger Marie Orlandi dans son interprétation de Piaf sur la scène de l’Olympia en Juillet 2007.
More information at http://www.myspace.com/fredericstrouck
The Hate U Gave: The Tupac Shakur Story 5/1-2/09

Directed by Arturo Fernandez
Written by & Starring Meshaun Labrone
From Carbonell nominated and critically acclaimed South Florida actor / playwright Meshaun Labrone comes The Hate U Gave: The Tupac Shakur Story, an incendiary journey into the mind of Tupac through the playwright’s eyes. The intensity unfolds inside the mind of a man imprisoned by his past, society, self, reality, and regret, as he fights to wrestle away freedom from the enemies that lie within. His adversaries are reflections from his thoughts, each character representative of the demons that haunted his life, mind, and soul until his death.
Venue: The Byron Carlyle Theater*
Dates: May 1st – 2nd, 2009
Where: 500 71 Street, Miami Beach, FL 33141
Time: Friday & Saturday: 8:00 pm
Admission: VIP Seating: $40.00
General: $25.00
Seniors, Students & Military: $20.00
Reservation: BoxOffice@groundupandrising.org
Or call 305-867-4194
Purchase Tickets Online
The Mutiny Hotel Hosts Art Stroll Event 5/2/09

The Mutiny Hotel
On The Bay in Coconut Grove
Invites You to an Evening of
Pure Imagination
With Ed King Pop Art
Featuring a New Collection
Of Unique Neo-Pop Artwork
Sat. May 2, 2009
7-10 P.M.
Hors D’ouevres . Wine Pours . Cash Bar . Valet Parking
RSVP: Jean Villamizar
Tel: 305-441-2100 Ext. 2008
Mutiny Hotel
2951 S. Bayshore Drive.
Coconut Grove, FL 33133
A Portion of the Art Sales will Benefit
Family Resource Center of South Florida
Latin Business Club Next Event 5/5/09
Bleu Moon
1717 N. Bayshore Dr, Ste 200
(2nd Floor of the Doubletree Grand Hotel)
Miami, FL 33132
Inside the Doubletree Grand Hotel on Biscayne Bay is a jewel of a restaurant that has recently undergone a metamorphosis. And the result is nothing less than spectacular! Bleu Moon’s owners Mylene & Carlos Gonzalez along with critically acclaimed executive chef Myriam Cordova set out to create a dining experience for all of th e senses.
Join us at our Next Event as we Network with our friends from:
Doral and Airport West Chamber of Commerce
Florida State Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
HACE, Hispanic Alliance for Career Enhancement
The Latin Chamber of Commerce of the United States (CAMACOL)
National Society of Hispanic MBAs
LISTA, Latinos in Information Sciences and Technology Association
The Broward County Chamber of Commerce
The Florida China Chamber of Commerce
The Puerto Rican Chamber of Commerce
The Bolivian Business Council
Whatever is going on in your business or your professional life, ONLY YOU can take charge of YOUR fate and YOUR soul, so, don’t let hard times kill your spirit, your dreams, your ambitions, and your business! Get out there and GET NETWORKING! Now more than ever, it is about the relationships you build.
Don’t wait for things to get better (or worse). Get out there and shine!
In unity
Monica Puig
President and Founder
Latin Business Club of America
We are with you!
Join us for an exciting NETWORKING EVENT at Bleu Moon!
FREE ADMISSION
$5 Valet Parking at Double Tree Hotel
Complimentary Drink and Appetizers
Cash Raffle and Prizes
BRING LOTS OF BUSINESS CARDS!
BLEU MOON ADDRESS AND DIRECTIONS
Bleu Moon is located inside the Doubletree Grand Hotel in the heart of Biscayne Bay
1717 N. Bayshore Dr, Ste 200
(2nd Floor of the Doubletree Grand Hotel)
Miami, FL 33132
George Morel LIVE at Nikki Beach 4/26/09
George’s Set will Begin at Midnight.
Visit George on Myspace & Facebook
This Sunday Nikki Beach welcomes legendary DJ George Morel…..
George Morel is one of the biggest DJ’s ever to come out of U.S and a true pioneer in the world of dance music. He began in the late 80’s and has appeared as a guest DJ in all of the top clubs around the world. George is especially well known in Ibiza where he has held many residencies clubs such as Pacha, Space, Amnesia, El Divino and Privilege.
His evolved musical style and the sound found in his dynamic, energetic sets keeps him touring the globe and bringing countless audiences to their bliss. He is currently found touring night clubs in Asia, Belgium, Germany, Greece, Spain, Switzerland, Turkey and UAE.
Morel’s hard work and dedication was celebrated with several Gold and Platinum records, Billboard Music Awards and the worldwide recognition success of the dance label Strictly Rhythm Records.
Morel worked with and signed some of the best emerging House DJ’s America had to offer such as Erick Morillo, Roger Sanchez., Sandy Rivera, DJ Pierre, Felix Da Housecat, Roland Clark, Barbara Tucker, Ultra Nate and Planet Soul to name a few.
To date, Morel’s passion towards his productions encompasses all the new electronic sounds and elements, but still maintaining his unique Morel’s Groove. His recent productions include “Let’s Take Drugs” which was huge success and then was followed up by infamously funny, “Time To Party”. He is currently working on several remixes & original productions “Beautiful Life”, “Trip To Berlin”, Substance” & “Get On It” which will be out on his label, Groove On in May 2009.
POPLIFE / Saturday April 25th / White Room 4/25/09

Saturday | April 25th
POPLIFE
We are gearing up for our 10 year anniversary in June! Lots of surprises in store….
This Saturday, come out and dance, or have a cocktail and good conversation…
Music by: Induce | Mike Deuce | Aramis
And in the Red Room LOST DOG with music by Mikey (radioactive records) and Plot
Open Bar from 10pm-11pm
2×1 Cocktails before midnight
18+ | Doors at 10 PM
Online love: www.nefariousgirl.com
White Room // 1306 North Miami Ave // Downtown
Recession Specials Happy Meals at Chocolate Sundays 4/26/09
International Hispanic Network Annual Conference 5/7-10/09
The International Hispanic Network invites you to its 2009 conference held in the wonderfully renovated and luxurious EDEN ROC RESORT & SPA – Miami Beach – May 7-10 2009. IHN Conference attendees represent the upper levels of management in communities throughout the country. They are on the front-lines developing new ideas to address the newest challenges faced in present times. The 2009 IHN Conference will bring together the energy of Miami Beach with the expertise and knowledge that IHN members, as well as the rest of the region, have to offer � from cutting-edge best practices in local government management, to trends that will shape their decision-making in the future.
Sign up now and join us before all seats are taken!
12 Nights now at the new Wynwood Social Club 4/25/09

12 NIGHTS now at the new WYNWOOD SOCIAL CLUB! (come check it out)
12 Nights of Electronic Music and Art II
Profiles: Music of Jaime Reveles
What do Miami heat, humidity, sheep, donkeys, thunderstorm, train, muted piano, trabecula, the president and computer have in common?
In his profile concert, the emerging composer Jaime Reveles reflects on his experience of living in the Southern Florida and at large via music. The compositions feature C. Fitzgerald (performance art), D. Manoiu and V. Chavarria (conductors), S. Hale (soprano), A. Sugarman (clarinet), M. Preda (piano), G. Hecker and I. Centeno (percussions), D. Lamas (viola), D. Dickinson (double bass), D. Manoiu (piano), C. Martinez Bourguet (cello) and J. S. Reveles (computer).
Admission: $5
(live band following concert, included)
Saturday April 25, 2009 8pm
Wynwood Social Club
2501 NW 2nd Avenue (right across from Joye’s Restaurant)
434-284-2985
http://www.wynwoodsocialclub.com/
http://www.12nights.org
info@12nights.org
Guayabera Party from Totalbank & Hialeah Chamber of Commerce & Industries 4/30/09

Greetings!
You are invited to a Guayabera Party April 30th:
Estas cordialmente invitado a la fiesta de Guayabera el 30 de Abril:
Events Newsletter
GUAYABERA PARTY
4/30/2009 – 6:00 PM
www.hialeahchamber.org
The Godfather of House Frankie Knuckles presides at The Vagabond 4/25/09
The Vagabond
you are no one. you are every one.
Saturday 4/25/2009 – The Vagabond presents The Gospel According to The Godfathers of House Music featuring FRANKIE KNUCKLES
As one of the most renowned DJ’s in the world, Frankie Knuckles has been packing dance floors with his unique style for almost 30 years. Penned “The Godfather of House”, he has played a pivotal role in the creation and evolution of ‘House’ music. As a Producer and Re-mixer, he has lent his talents to some of R&B and Pop music’s elite. Artists such as Mary J. Blige, Sounds of Blackness, Michael Jackson, Janet Jackson, Diana Ross, Luther Vandross and Toni Braxton. Frankie’s production and mixing career was officially recognized by the music industry in 1997. He became the first recipient of a Grammy for “Re-mixer of The Year” and has served as a Governor and Trustee for the NYC chapter of The National Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences. On August 25th, 2004 the Mayor of Chicago proclaimed that date “Frankie Knuckles Day” and honored him with a street named “Frankie Knuckles Way”. Perpetually on the forefront of dance music, Frankie’s latest remixes of Hercules and Love Affair’s “Blind” and Depeche Mode’s “Wrong” has energized a new generation of dance floor devotees worldwide.
With Resident DJs
Shannon . Ray Milian . Ryan Evans . Carmel Ophir and A-Train
Doors Open at 10pm
Complimentary Belvedere Vodka Cocktails 10pm-11pm
Limited Availability Advanced Tickets Available At
www.wantickets.com/vagabond
Invitation to a Relay event this Friday 4/24/09
Can you please forward this to all your friends? This is for a Relay in West Kendall, is this Friday.
Check it out, the committee is made of about a dozen High School Kids (I worked with them) they have worked really really hard for the past six months on this event (even when they have final exams & fcats soon and they are doing an amazing job with this event).
I want to invite people to go and support them. Walk a lap with them and check out the Luminaria Ceremony (there they’ll light candles for those that lost their fight and those that survived this decease) and show them how important is to help out in the community and to support each other.
Why do I Relay?
I participate in Relay For Life because i have lost my grandfather in December 2008 from brain cancer after fighting other types of cancers for 6 years.
I relay because family friends were not able to fight the battle.
I relay because i don’t want to lose anymore loved ones.
I relay because i have friends who have lost loved ones.
I relay because i have friends with family who are currently battling cancer.
I relay because i know people who are currently fighting cancer.
I relay because i want to find the cure.
I relay because i care.
I relay because i am tired of having cancer take over innocent lives.
I relay because i need to spread the word.
We, the lakes of the meadow committee, relay because we want to play our part in fighting cancer, we want to make an event where we can promote awareness.
In the U.S men have a slightly less than a 1 in 2 lifetime risk of developing cancer: for women, the risk is a little more than 1 in 3. An average of 1.4 million people are diagnosed with cancer YEARLY, and statistics raise yearly. Florida is the second state with the largest amount of people diagnosed with cancer, at about 106,560 people yearly. so please come out to: LAKES OF THE MEADOW RELAY FOR LIFE !
located at 4450 S.W. 152 AVENUE (Bird & 152 Ave – Lakes of the Meadow Club House)
on APRIL 24TH – 25TH from 6PM TO 6AM
Overnight events symbolize:
-Cancer Never Stops.
-When a person is diagnosed with Cancer, their world crashes, it turns dark.
But then they find hope, which is when the sunrises.
The event is very symbolic, and surprisingly enough, very actively fun.
Please don’t hesitate to ask me or the LOTM committee any questions.
Visit our website: www.relayforlife.org/lakesofthemeadowfl
Join a team, create a team, donate or sign up as a volunteer and attend the event.
Participate for those you’ve lost to cancer, Participate because you care.
Please & Thank you,
-Bibiana Potestad
Team Development Chair and a Volunteer helping FIGHT Cancer.
24th Annual FRMBC Business Expo 2009 4/24/09
Workshop Description
Please join us for the FRMBC 24th Annual Business Expo, “How to Do Business With The NFL & Super Bowl XLIV Workshop.” It will be held at the Broward County Convention Center, 1950 Eisenhower Blvd., Ft. Lauderdale, FL from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. For additional information please call 305-762-6151 or visit www.frmbc.org.
South Florida Super Bowl Host Committee
Community Outreach Department
2269 Dan Marino Boulevard
Miami Gardens, Florida 33056
www.SouthFloridaSuperBowl.com
Miami Living Magazine Board Up 2009 Official Party 4/24/09
Crazy Pianos Dueling Piano Bar Grand Opening 5/6/09
May 6th 2009!!! Experience awesome food, first frozen beer taps in the US and the best entertainers in the world in a warm and engaging atmosphere!
We are all ages and families are welcome till 10pm nightly. Check out our Sunday brunch and show for kids and adults.
Crazy Pianos, where it’s always okay to sing with your mouth full!
Crazy Pianos is a highly successful duelling piano concept that is located at the most famous boulevard of Holland. By providing its customers with an outstanding entertainment experience, Crazy Pianos has attracted more than 1000 people every weekend. Crazy Pianos is open 7 days a week from 11:00 am till 3:00 am.
In the middle of the club is a stage featuring a pair of fire red pianos. The piano players are the ringmasters responsible for creating the excitement that characterizes a night at Crazy Pianos. These piano players are hand picked from the finest piano players of the world and are thoroughly trained to thrill and entertain the audience. Crazy Pianos strives to keep their shows fresh with a mainstream and recognizable format that allows their typical customer to sing along with all you favorite songs from yesterday and today.
Crazy Pianos is a total entertainment experience where the piano players and staff do not only entertain the guests; the guests become part of the show. The customers tend to be a diverse group of guests of all ages from all over the world. The regular clientele of Crazy Pianos is mixed by tourist, travelling business people and conventioneers in search of local colour. Crazy Pianos is a hot spot for birthdays, anniversaries, and other celebrations.
Art With Edge – Party with Tigertail 5/16/09
Party with us at Tigertail’s Art With Edge fundraiser
Besides the celebrity doorpersons, interactive entrance installation “Miamuh Swamp Adventure” by Clifton Childree, guerrilla theater, raffle, live entertainment, special closing opera aria, great food and open bar, Art With Edge will feature a silent auction, curated by Julie Davidow and William Keddell, with some of the best of Miami’s artists, including (to date):
Rakel Bernie, Pablo Cano, Elizabeth Cerejido, Robert Chambers, Clifton Childree, Paul Clemence, Julie Davidow, John DeFaro, Natasha Duwin, Alex Heria, Julie Kahn, William Keddell, Susan Lee-Chun, Kenneth McCoy, Gene Moreno, Peggy Nolan, Kerry Phillips, Vickie Pierre, Brian Reedy, David Rohn, Claudia Scalise, Sara Stites, Mette Tommerup, Tom Virgin, Michelle Weinberg, Tom Weinkle, Wendy Wischer, and Purvis Young.
SATURDAY MAY 16, 2009 8-11 PM
Party with us at a fundraiser for Tigertail at the stunning Galerie Adler Bertin-
Toublanc. Tigertail fundraising parties are legendary events. Enter with some
edge in your most outrageous outfit and enjoy over-the-edge entertainment.
Play along with costumed activities and borderline freakouts or line up for boundless
giveaways, subsidies and bailouts. Bid in Miami’s loudest silent auction, saddle up
America’s largest pink poodle and ride up for some scrumptious food and drink.
GALERIE ADLER BERTIN-TOUBLANC WYNWOOD ARTS DISTRICT, MIAMI
2534 NORTH MIAMI AVENUE
SECURE VALET PARKING
Tickets and donations by mail, online (see below) or by phone 305 545 8546
Celebrity doorpersons: Merle Weiss and Harvey Burstein
Interactive entrance installation: Clifton Childree
Guerrilla theater celebrity performer: Octavio Campos
Raffle celebrity: Gary Farmer MC: Jonathan Gans
Live entertainment: Jessie Jackson, Gustavo Matamoros, among others
Special closing opera aria
Silent auction of original artwork from Miami’s trend-setting best
Silent auction curators: Julie Davidow and William Keddell
WITH FOOD AND OPEN BAR AND SO MUCH MORE!
Tickets $100 per person $180 two persons
VIP Event Host $350 (receives four tickets)
VIP Event Sponsor $1,000 (receives eleven tickets, free valet parking)
Artists, Hosts and Sponsors will be acknowledged in Art with Edge
program book and in electronic media unless anonymity is requested.
EVENT CO-CHAIRS: Michael R. Caputo and Heber Siqueiros
EVENT COMMITTEE: Brian Antoni, David Beaty, John Beauregard, Harvey Burstein, Clifton Childree, Julie Davidow, Brook Dorsch, Alain Filiz, Nicole Fitzgerald, Chris Furlan, William Keddell, John Kramel, Mary Luft, Christopher Martinez, Will Rey, Fran Rollason, Nikki Rollason, Dianne Thorne, Merle Weiss and Beranton J. Whisenant, Jr.
For tickets, use our secure on-line ticket agent
OR Call in your order at 305 545 8546
OR Send your check to Tigertail at 842 NW 9th Ct, Miami, FL 33136
luux.me Saturdays Launch party VIP cocktail reception 4/25/09
Dear Friends:
It is with great pleasure that we invite you to experience the launch of luux•me SATURDAYS taking place this Saturday, April 25th, 2009 at La Folie 655 Washington Ave, South Beach. We will start the night with a complimentary cocktail reception featuring luux•me margaritas between 10pm-11pm.
Main Room: DJ LOUIS DEE playing his best selection of Ibiza house anthems and crowd pleasers
Garden: DJ DAVE SOL spinning old school funk, disco and house classics
Also featuring: live sax, percussion and ultra sexy, handpicked go-go dancers.
We look forward to seeing you on Saturday night!
About luux•me :
Inspired by their legendary and unforgettable summer parties in Ibiza, and a long-running background in the nightclub and house music scene of Scandinavia, luux•me is re-inventing your Miami party!
Every luux.me event is meticulously prepared and organized, and you will experience only the highest levels of service and attention to detail. luux•me parties will provide you with total stimulation of the senses, and we will ensure that not one of you will leave with anything less than total satisfaction and exhilaration.
You already need luux•me. You just don’t know it yet..
Toby English | Carsten Mikkelsen | Rick Delgado | Dan Hechtkopf | Joe Umphlett
* If you plan to attend, please RSVP to : RSVP@BossaPR.com
** For table reservations, please email : VIP@BossaPR.com
Join Britto + Stones for a special event at Conrad Miami 5/14/09
Dance Now! Ensemble and the Miami Dance Festival present Best of Now 5/9-10/09

Dance Now! Ensemble and the Miami Dance Festival present Best of Now!
May 9-10, 2009
Byron Carlyle Theatre, Miami Beach
FREE Preview Performances
May 2-4, 2009
Throughout Greater Miami
The Dance Now! Ensemble and the Miami Dance Festival present an exciting season finale in Best of Now! Through its signature contemporary dance movement, eclectic music selection and diverse themes, DNE presents two world premiers from directors, Salterini and Baumgarten and highlights from its repertory. DNE also presents the premiere performance of Josée Garant Dance, Miami’s newest contemporary dance company and winner of the 2008 Miami Dance Fellowship.
Leading up to the season finale, catch free preview performances May 2nd at PAN, May 3rd at Arts in the Park, and May 4th at Coral Gables Branch Library.
www.momentumdance.com
www.dancenowmiami.org
info@dancenowmiami.org
305-975-8489
Board Up Miami 4/25/09
Board Up Miami @ Marine Stadium Basin
3601 Rickenbacker Causeway
Key Biscayne, Fl 33149
BOARD UP™ is an action sports and entertainment event created by Miami Sports International (MSI) since 2006. BOARD UP™ was designed for television and to provide a festival atmosphere for spectators of all ages. BOARD UP™ got its start in Miami , known as the gateway to Latin America, and home to a multi-cultural community that features Hispanic Americans, the nation’s largest minority group; Miami is also a sports, fashion and entertainment breeding ground, and it is the ideal destination to host BOARD UP™. BOARD UP™ will be visiting a city near you soon.
MSI has prepared an innovative event for the action sport industry, and will add a concert act as a sideshow to the wakeboard Pro-Am. The event will be fully sanctioned by the USA Wakeboard Association, the sport’s governing body. An amateur tournament is offered in order to provide an unparalleled opportunity for the sport to continue to grow. In 2008, Miami played host to the Pan American Wakeboard Championships preceding the BOARD UP™ Pro Am. The Board Up crew will play host to the US OPEN of Wakeboarding in 2009.
Awesome Lineup in Store at Board Up Miami 2009
The best up and coming bands in South Florida have been selected to perform for you at Board Up Miami on April 25, 2009. Limited Tickets Available, buy them online now!!!
Kyle Crossland
Kyle CrosslandÕs music has recently been drawing the attention of students from the University of Miami. As a student singer-songwriter from the university, KyleÕs acoustic-rock style has been compared to that of John Mayer and Jack Johnson. His energetic performances and catchy up-beat songs are almost magnetic to whoever happens to be listening. From a young age, Kyle knew that somehow his life needed to incorporate music. He has been singing for as long as he can remember, and growing-up he idolized artists like James Taylor and the Beach Boys. His love for singing brought him to Dr. Phiillips a Magnet High School which focused on choral studies. It was in his junior year of high school when Kyle first picked up a guitar and started writing songs.
The KeyRats, Key Biscayne`s finest
On December 31, 2003, The Keyrats had been commissioned to play for a crowd approaching 1,000 people from the balcony of a Key Biscayne residence overlooking the Miami bay. The performance was a success, and shortly thereafter The Keyrats began receiving phone calls from local promoters interested in booking the band. Since then, The Keyrats have played at multiple popular venues in Miami including Oxygen Lounge, Bolero, Honey, Bayside Hut, Transit Lounge, Flavour, Grove Isle, CefaloÕs and the University of Miami. Other notable venues include Jewells, Boardwalk Tavern, B.E.D., and MiamiÕs Mega Club, Mansion. The Keyrats have evolved into a dynamic four piece band consisting of drums, bass, guitars and two vocalists. On some nights they even feature special guests on the keyboard, timbales, saxophone, and a trombone/Trumpet horn section.
You better check their website for more information
Third time was the charm for North Carolina native Adam Fields at Board Up™ Miami, South Florida’s premiere wakeboard festival April 23-25, 2009 in Miami, FL. In a mild upset with an exciting finish, amid mildly windy condition, Fields bested the final field of 10 professional and amateur riders to win the men’s crown at the fourth annual wakeboard festival. Over 60 amateur riders entered the pro-am competition itching for a chance to take on nearly 20 pro men and women wakeboarders and a chance at a combined prize purse of over $10,000.
An international group of riders that featured three Aussies and two Kiwis (from New Zealand) provided excitement from the preliminaries, including Daniel Watkins, who finished fourth, but closed out his opening round ride with a rail slide along the starting dock, and move that wasn’t scored, but certainly thrilled the crowd.
A crowd of 4,000 witnessed the final runs on both the pro men and pro women side, with the final results featuring Adam Fields as champion in his third appearance at the event defeating Dean Smith (2nd overall), and Jeff Weatherall (3rd overall). On the women’s side, as was expected, it was a case of sibling rivalry, just like tennis has the Williams’ sisters consistently vying for titles, wakeboarding has the Hoffman’s, and at this year’s Board Up™ Miami, big sister Raequel still had a few more tricks than her younger sibling Shawna who finished . Tennessee native Corrie Dyer finished 3rd.
Inclusive of this year’s festival was a nearly 4,000 square foot skate park that featured the Assailant and Amaxon Clothing best trick contest where Miami local D’Andre Pendergrass took home the $500 cash prize.
The festival atmosphere was in full effect with live musical performances by Kyle Crossland, The Key Rats, Streetkind, and headliner Araka, all of whom rocked the crowd. There was certainly some dazzle with two swim suit fashion shows that featured the girls from The House of Jackie Brown, and the girls of microkitten.com, me-ow!
For the participant sporting event enthusiast, Saturday morning kicked off the day with the Nike Swim Miami, an open water swimming competition that had over 700 athletes competing in a 10K (the swim marathon), 5K, and mile swim that saw among others, multiple time USA Olympian and 8-time Olympic medalist Gary Hall Jr compete in the mile. Israeli National Team Member, Michael Demetriev was the overall 10K swim champion in a blazing time of 2 hours and 2 minutes.
For additional information and complete results visit the event website @ www.boardup.net (for wakeboarding) and www.miamisportsinternational.com (for the open water swim)
Bike Miami Days in Coconut Grove Sponsored by BP MEdia + Partners and the City of Miami 4/26/09

Sunday Brunch in the Grove is a tradition for many Miami residents, families and cyclists. This Sunday, enjoy special brunch menus at Eleven Leprechauns, Ludo’s, Le Bouchon du Grove, Arts & Minds, BICE at CocoWalk and several other of Miami’s finest cafes and bistros. Smoothie King will be open by 8am for early risers, too. Just be sure to not miss the rally and Orange Parade at 10:30 in Peacock Park!
The Florida Bicycle Association President will present two free cycling workshops this Sunday. These mini-classes last for one hour and will be held in the air-conditioned space of the NET Office at Peacock Park. Learn ways to make your ride more comfortable and more safe; learn the “ABCs†of getting ready for every ride; ask any questions you like about cycling in Miami and Florida! Workshops are offered at 11:00am and 1:00pm. Ask any volunteer for directions.
More and more of the Grove’s local shops, street cafes and galleries are joining in support of Bike Miami Days. Be sure to view our Special to the Grove Page for a full list of participating groups and free promotions. From 20% off at the Hippo Children’s Boutique and free samples from Sweet Dreams Bakery & Cafe to complimentary drinks at SEKAI Asian Bistro and a special One Day Only Sale at Brenda’s Boutique… you’ll want to get here early and stay all day! Everyone who comes to Peacock Park in time for the 10:30 rally will receive a free orange t-shirt and other goodies so that they can join Miami’s First Annual Orange Parade and have the best chance of ‘renting’ a free bike for the day.
Benefit for Steven Guarin at Transit Lounge 4/25/09

SATURDAY – April 25th – Benefit for Steven Guarin at Transit Lounge – Miami, FL at 10pm with ¡MAYDAY!, ¡Suénalo!, DJ Le Spam and DJ Sharpsound, $10 donation…come by and help your music community raise some funds for Steven’s fight ….more info: http://www.miaminewtimes.com/events/2-am-benefit-1502922/
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Life to the Fullest Power – March of Dimes 5/9/09

Thank you for attending “Powering Up”, a kick-off for March of Dimes’ “Life to the Fullest Power” event on May 9th. We hope that you enjoyed the beautiful venue, gorgeous fashions and above all else, that you learned about the the March of Dimes and their quest to save babies. We are happy to report that we sold some tables and met our exhibitor booth goal. Wednesday’s event was just an “appetizer”. If you have not purchased your ticket, please do so now by going to https://www.marchofdimes.com/florida/eventRegTickets.asp.
True Colors Exhibition – Carla Fache @ Fache Arts & Amy Alonso Gallery 4/24/09

The popular Jazz at MOCA + NOMI GALLERY WALK
presents FREE outdoor concerts on the last Friday of every month.
Featuring some of the great jazz players locally and globally, Jazz at MOCA appeals to all audience, young and old.
Why not make a picnic out of it? Bring a blanket, a nice bottle of wine and pizza and have a romantic evening out on the town. Bring your own lawn chair if you want and sit back and enjoy the music!
NOMI GALLERY WALK!
So bring your friends, your family, or that special someone and see what MOCA PLAZA has to offer! Art for your eyes AND ears!
TRUE COLORS EXHIBITION – CARLA FACHE @ Fache Arts & Amy Alonso Gallery 750 NE 124 Street, Suite 2 (Next to the MOCA)
MOCA PLAZA – Nomi Art District
amy@alonsored.com
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