Tag: 11/4/26

New Books in Cuban Studies 11/4/26

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New Books in Cuban Studies
Wednesday, 11/04/2026-, 02:00 pm-

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Cost: free

Join us for a virtual discussion with Reynaldo Lastre and Nils Longueira Borrego as we celebrate the publication of their new book, “Memory in Contemporary Cuban Film and Digital Media: Entangled Temporalities.”

The volume examines how Cuban filmmakers, journalists, artists, and activists have used film, digital technologies, and online platforms to revisit the past, recover suppressed or marginalized memories, and challenge established narratives of Cuban history and identity. Bringing together essays on contemporary and independent cinema, digital archives, online activism, and new forms of media production, the book explores how Cuba’s changing mediascape has become an important arena for debates over memory, citizenship, and the legacies of the Revolution.

The co-editors will introduce the book and discuss its central themes, followed by commentary from Paloma Duong and a Q&A with the online audience.

Presentations will be delivered in English and Spanish.

Uchiko’s Wine & Wagyu Dinner Series with Hundred Acre Wines 11/4/26

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Uchiko’s Wine & Wagyu Dinner Series with Hundred Acre Wines
Wednesday, 11/04/2026-, 06:30 pm-09:30 pm
Uchiko Miami Beach
1759 Purdy Ave,
Miami Beach, Florida, 33139
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Cost: $575

An evening of exceptional wines and premium Wagyu awaits at Uchiko Miami Beach on Wednesday, November 4. Join this Wine & Wagyu dinner event for an exclusive 10-course tasting experience paired with six sought-after wines from acclaimed Napa Valley winemaker Jayson Woodbridge’s Hundred Acre, Summer Dreams and Fortunate Son labels.
Guests will indulge in a specially curated menu featuring A5 Wagyu steak, bluefin tuna nigiri, crab and caviar handrolls, Hokkaido scallops and more. Highlights from the wine lineup include Hundred Acre’s WRAITH Crypt 2019 and ARK Vineyard 2023, the latter making its debut at the dinner. As an added perk, ticket holders will have the rare opportunity to purchase bottles of Hundred Acre wines, bypassing the winery’s four-year waiting list.
Tickets are $575 per person, excluding tax and gratuity. Reservations are limited.

The Art of Hosting a Dinner Party: Build Your Own Floral Arrangement at Plum Market Aventura 11/4/26

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The Art of Hosting a Dinner Party: Build Your Own Floral Arrangement at Plum Market Aventura
Wednesday, 11/04/2026-11/04/2026, 06:00 pm-07:00 pm
Plum Market Aventura
17801 Biscayne Blvd,,
Aventura, Florida, 33160
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Cost: Free

This holiday season, Plum Market Aventura is bringing its specialty departments together for “The Art of Hosting a Dinner Party,” a new four-part series beginning November 4 that takes guests through the essentials of entertaining at home, from creating a seasonal centerpiece and selecting the wine to preparing appetizers and assembling cheese boards. On Wednesday, November 4 from 6-7 p.m., Plum Market’s floral team will guide guests through winter floral design, from proper stem care and proportion to arranging focal blooms, fillers and greenery. Following a demonstration, guests will put the techniques into practice by creating their own seasonal arrangement in a Plum Market Mason jar to take home, along with tips for extending the life of their centerpiece.

MOAD Talks with Dr. Mauricio Castro 11/4/26

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MOAD Talks with Dr. Mauricio Castro
Wednesday, 11/04/2026-, 06:30 pm-08:30 pm
Freedom Tower
600 Biscayne Boulevard,
Miami, Florida, 33132
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Cost: Free

Join the Museum of Art and Design (MOAD) at Miami Dade College for an evening of reflection and learning. Dr. Mauricio Castro of Centre College will share invaluable information about the Cuban Refugee Program and its relationship to the history of the Freedom Tower. Castro is the author of Only a Few Blocks to Cuba: Cold War Refugee Policy, the Cuban Diaspora, and the Transformations of Miami, published in 2024 by the University of Pennsylvania Press.

Light refreshments will be served.

Event attendees may park for free in the MDC garage at 500 NE Second Avenue, between NE Fifth and NE Sixth Streets.

The Museum of Art and Design (MOAD) at MDC may document the event, including its attendees. By entering the area, and/or participating in the event, you consent to the recording and its use in any form.

The Poppy Project Pop-Up Living Garden at Galleria Fort Lauderdale 9/10/26 – 11/10/26

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The Poppy Project Pop-Up Living Garden at Galleria Fort Lauderdale
Thursday, 09/10/2026-11/10/2026, 10:00 am-08:00 pm
Galleria Fort Lauderdale
2414 East Sunrise Blvd.,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33304
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Cost: Free

Galleria Fort Lauderdale presents The Poppy Project Pop-Up Living Garden in support of Henderson Behavioral Health (HBH) in collaboration with the USS Fort Lauderdale (LPD28) Support Committee. This public art initiative is designed to honor veterans while raising awareness and funds for critical mental health services. Shoppers can take colorful photos and selfies to share online and connect with and donate to HBH’s virtual Legacy Wall which encourages friends and families to honor loved ones who have served or are currently serving our country. The cherished photo opportunity with the larger-than-life artistic poppy flowers will run through November 10 at Galleria Fort Lauderdale (2414 East Sunrise Blvd.).

Designed by South Florida based Ingham Landscaping and presented by Galleria Fort Lauderdale, the two-month living garden will be a colorful and lively setting featuring the five-and 6-foot striking handcrafted fiberglass poppy flowers which are a remembrance of those who protect and serve our country. The inside mall garden will include a variety of tropical ornamental plants and shrubs that will complement the artistic poppy works of art.

Adding to the installation, will be “Soldier Stories,” an exclusive exhibition by award-winning artist Marilyn Johansen honoring veterans and the military. Visitors will also be encouraged to select free postcards and add a personal message to current servicemen and women. This special moment is arranged by the USS Fort Lauderdale (LPD28) Support Committee. Special retail offers will coincide with this community project.

Inspired by the poppy’s historical significance as a symbol of sacrifice, rooted in the World War I poem “In Flanders Fields,” and later adopted as a national emblem of remembrance, HBH’s The Poppy Project brings this tradition to life in a local and meaningful way.

The effort is sponsored by key community partners and supporters including The Leo Goodwin Foundation, Arlene Pecora, the Henderson Behavioral Health Board of Directors, Florida Power & Light Company (FPL), USS Fort Lauderdale (LPD28) Support Committee, Community Foundation of Broward, Disabled American Veterans-Gold Coast Chapter 133, Riverwalk Fort Lauderdale and Galleria Fort Lauderdale.

To learn more, call (954) 564-1015 or visit www.galleriamall-fl.com.